Samsung Flat Panel Television LE15S5 User Guide

LCD TV  
LE15S5  
LE20S5  
- AFTER SALES SERVICE  
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Do not hesitate to contact your retailer or service agent if a  
change in the performance of your product indicates that a faulty  
condition may be present.  
Owner’s Instructions  
Before operating the unit,  
please read this manual thoroughly,  
and retain it for future reference.  
Correct Disposal of This Product  
(Waste Electrical & Electronic Equipment)  
(Applicable in the European Union and other European countries with  
separate collection systems)  
This marking shown on the product or its literature, indicates that it  
should not be disposed with other household wastes at the end of its working life.  
To prevent possible harm to the environment or human health from uncontrolled  
waste disposal, please separate this from other types of wastes and recycle  
it responsibly to promote the sustainable reuse of material resources.  
Household users should contact either the retailer where they purchased this  
product, or their local government office, for details of where and how they can take  
this item for environmentally safe recycling.  
ON-SCREEN MENUS  
PC DISPLAY  
Business users should contact their supplier and check the terms and conditions of  
the purchase contract. This product should not be mixed with other commercial  
wastes for disposal.  
TELETEXT  
This device is a Class B digital apparatus.  
BN68-00940G-00  
 
Precautions When Displaying a Still Image  
A still image may cause permanent damage to the TV screen.  
Do not display a still image on the LCD panel for more than 2 hours as it can cause screen image retention.  
This image retention is also known as "screen burn".  
To avoid such image retention, reduce the degree of brightness and contrast of the screen when displaying a still image.  
Watching the LCD TV in 4:3 format for a long period of time may leave traces of borders displayed on the  
left, right and center of the screen caused by the difference of light emission on the screen.  
Playing a DVD or a game console may cause a similar effect to the screen.  
Damages caused by the above effect are not covered by the Warranty.  
Displaying still images from Video games and PC for longer than a certain period of time may produce partial after-images.  
To prevent this effect, reduce the ‘brightness’ and ‘contrast’ when displaying still images.  
 
Contents  
CONNECTING AND PREPARING YOUR TV  
SETTING THE OTHERS  
List of Parts ..............................................................  
How to Adjust the Stand ..........................................  
How to Adjust the Angle of the TV ......................  
Installing the Wall Mount Kit ....................................  
Installing VESA compliant mounting devices ..........  
Viewing the Control Panel ........................................  
Viewing the Connection Panel..................................  
Viewing the Remote Control ....................................  
Installing Batteries in the Remote Control................  
Switching On and Off................................................  
Placing Your Television in Standby Mode ................  
Plug & Play ..............................................................  
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Choosing Your Language ....................................14  
Setting the Blue Screen Mode..............................15  
Selecting the Source ............................................15  
Editing the Input Source Names ..........................15  
USING THE TELETEXT FEATURE  
Teletext Decoder ..................................................16  
Displaying the Teletext Information ......................16  
Selecting a Specific Teletext Page ......................17  
Using Fastext to Select a Teletext Page ..............17  
Storing Teletext Pages..........................................17  
SETTING THE CHANNELS  
SETTING THE PC  
Storing Channels Automatically................................  
Storing Channels Manually ......................................  
Editing the Channels ................................................  
Sorting the Stored Channels ....................................  
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Setting up Your PC Software  
(Based on Windows XP) ......................................18  
Display Modes......................................................18  
Setting the PC ......................................................19  
Assigning Channels Names ....................................10  
Fine Tuning Channel Reception ..............................10  
RECOMMENDATIONS FOR USE  
SETTING THE PICTURE  
Troubleshooting:  
Changing the Picture Standard ................................ 11  
Adjusting the Custom Picture .................................. 11  
Changing the Colour Tone........................................12  
Before Contacting Service Personnel ..................20  
Technical and Environmental Specifications ......20  
SETTING THE SOUND  
Changing the Sound Standard ............................12  
Adjusting the Volume Automatically ....................12  
SETTING THE TIME  
Setting and Displaying the Current Time..............13  
Setting the Sleep Timer........................................13  
Switching the Television  
On and Off Automatically......................................14  
Symbol  
Press  
Important  
Note  
One-Touch  
Button  
English-1  
 
CONNECTING AND PREPARING YOUR TV  
List of Parts  
Please make sure the following items are included with your LCD TV.  
If any items are missing, contact your dealer.  
Remote Control  
& Batteries (AAA x 2)  
Power Cord  
Wall Mount kit  
Safety Guide  
Owner’s Instructions  
Warranty card  
Service Network Card  
Registration Cards  
How to Adjust the Stand  
1. Place the front of the TV onto a soft cloth  
or cushion on a table as in Figure (1).  
- Align the TV bottom along the table  
edge.  
2. Press on the center of the TV back.  
Adjust the stand as in Figure (2) while  
pressing the “PUSH” button on the back of  
the stand.  
3. Place the TV on the table so that the TV  
sits safely.  
(1)  
(2)  
When you adjust the stand, press the “PUSH"  
button on the back of the stand.  
PUSH button  
How to Adjust the Angle of the TV  
(1) Angle adjustment when using the  
TV on its stand.  
(2) Angle adjustment when converting  
from Stand to Wall mount (1 3, 3 1)  
(3) Angle adjustment when LCD TV  
is wall-mounted  
When you adjust the stand, press the “PUSH" button on the back of the stand.  
1. Figure (1) shows the adjustment angle (0°~13°) when you use the LCD on its stand .  
Excessive tilting can turn the LCD TV over which may cause damage.  
2. Figure (2) shows the adjustment angle (13°~80°) when you convert the LCD from stand-based use  
to wall-mount.  
3. Figure (3) shows the adjustment angle (0°~10°) when you mount the LCD TV to a wall.  
You will hear a “Click ” sound when changing the angle from 1 to 2 or 3 to 2.  
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Installing the Wall Mount Kit  
Wall mount items (sold separately) allow you to mount the TV on the wall. For detailed information on  
installing the wall mount, see the instructions provided with the Wall Mount items. Contact a technician for  
assistance when installing the wall mounted bracket. Samsung Electronics is not responsible for any  
damage to the product or injury to yourself or others if you elect to install the TV on your own.  
Installing VESA compliant mounting devices  
1. Place the TV faced down on a soft cloth or cushion  
on a table.  
Mounting pad  
(sold separately)  
PUSH button  
2. Adjust the stand, pressing the "PUSH"  
button on the back of the stand.  
3. Align the mounting interface pad (not supplied) with  
the holes in the stand bottom and secure it with the  
four screws that come with the arm-type base,  
wall mount hanger or other bases (not supplied).  
(2)  
(3)  
When you adjust the stand, press the “PUSH" button on  
the back of the stand.  
Viewing the Control Panel  
The product colour and shape may vary depending on the model.  
Speakers  
Press to change channels. In the on-screen menu, use the  
SOURCE  
buttons as you use the and buttons on  
the remote control. (Without the Remote Control, You can  
turn on TV by using the Channel buttons.)  
Toggles between all the available input sources  
(TV - Ext. - AV - S-Video - PC).  
In the on-screen menu, use this button as you use the  
POWER  
ENTER  
button on the remote control.  
Press to turn the TV on and off.  
MENU  
Press to see an on-screen menu of your TV’s features.  
(Headphone Jack)  
Connect a set of external headphones to this jack for private  
listening.  
Press to decrease or increase the volume.  
In the on-screen menu, use the  
buttons  
Remote Control Sensor  
as you use the and buttons on the remote control.  
Aim the remote control towards this spot on the TV.  
Power Indicator  
Blinks and turns off when the power is on and lights up in  
stand-by mode.  
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Viewing the Connection Panel  
The product colour and shape may vary depending on the model.  
Power Input  
Whenever you connect an external device to your TV, make sure that power on the unit is turned off.  
When connecting an external device, match the colour of the connection terminal to the cable.  
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Connecting an Aerial or Cable Television Network  
To view television channels correctly, a signal must be received by the set from one of the following sources:  
- An outdoor aerial / A cable television network / A satellite network  
Connecting External A/V Devices  
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Connect RCA (optional) or S-VIDEO cable (optional) to an appropriate external A/V device such as VCR, DVD or Camcorder.  
- Connect RCA audio cables (optional) to “L - AUDIO - R” on the rear of your set and the other ends to corresponding audio  
out connectors on the A/V device.  
Connecting Set-Top Box, VCR or DVD  
- Connect the VCR or DVD SCART cable (optional) to the SCART connector of the VCR or DVD.  
- If you wish to connect both the Set-Top Box and VCR (or DVD), you should connect the Set-Top Box to the VCR (or DVD)  
and connect the VCR (or DVD) to your set.  
Connecting Computer  
- Connect the D- Sub cable (optional) to “PC IN” on the rear of your set and the other end to the  
Video Card of your computer.  
- Connect the stereo audio cable (optional) to “PC AUDIO IN” on the rear of your set and the other end to “Audio Out” of the  
sound card on your computer.  
Kensington Lock  
- The Kensington lock (optional) is a device used to physically fix the system when used in a public place.  
- If you want to use a locking device, contact the dealer where you purchased the TV.  
- The place of the Kensington Lock may be different depending on its model.  
Viewing the Remote Control  
Teletext Functions  
Television Standby button  
Teletext hold  
Number buttons for direct  
channel access  
Exit from the teletext display  
Teletext index  
One/Two-digit channel selection  
: Volume increase  
: Volume decrease  
Teletext sub page  
Teletext display/mix both teletext  
Temporary sound switch-off  
Selects the TV mode directly  
Displays the main on-screen menu  
Sound effect selection  
information and the normal broadcast  
Fastext topic selection  
P
P
: Teletext next page  
: Teletext previous page  
Teletext mode selection (LIST/FLOF)  
Teletext reveal  
Previous channel  
P
P
: Next channel  
: Previous channel  
Teletext store  
Available source selection  
Teletext size selection  
Use to see information on the  
current broadcast  
Exit the on-screen menu  
Control the cursor in the menu  
Automatic Power-off  
Picture effect selection  
Sound mode selection  
The performance of the remote control may be affected by bright light.  
For details, refer to further instructions.  
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Installing Batteries in the Remote Control  
1. Slide the cover out completely.  
2. Install two AAA size batteries.  
Make sure to match the “+” and “–” ends of the batteries with the diagram inside the compartment.  
3. Replace the cover.  
Remove the batteries and store them in a cool, dry place if you won’t be using the  
remote control for a long time. The remote control can be used up to about 23 feet from  
the TV. (Assuming typical TV usage, the batteries last for about one year.)  
If the remote control doesn’t work, check the following:  
1. Is the TV power on?  
2. Are the plus and minus ends of the batteries reversed?  
3. Are the batteries drained?  
4. Is there a power outage, or is the power cord unplugged?  
5. Is there a special fluorescent light or neon sign nearby?  
Switching On and Off  
The mains lead is attached to the rear of your set.  
1. Plug the mains lead into an appropriate socket.  
The standby indicator lights up on the lower-right panel.  
2. Press the POWER  
button on the right side of the panel.  
The programme that you were watching last is reselected automatically.  
3. Press the numeric button (0~9) or channel up/down (  
/
) button on the remote control or  
button on the right side of the panel.  
When you switch the set on for the very first time, you will be asked to choose language in which the menus  
are to be displayed.  
4. To switch your set off, press the POWER  
button again.  
Placing Your Television in Standby Mode  
Your set can be placed in standby mode in order to reduce the power consumption. The standby mode  
can be useful when you wish to interrupt viewing temporarily (during a meal, for example).  
1. Press the POWER  
button on the remote control.  
The screen is turned off and a standby indicator appears on the lower-right panel.  
2. To switch your set back on, simply press the POWER , numeric buttons (0~9) or channel  
up/down (  
/
) button again.  
Do not leave your set in standby mode for long periods of time (when you are away on holiday, for example).  
It is best to unplug the set from the mains and aerial.  
Plug & Play  
When the TV is initially powered on, several basic settings proceed  
automatically and subsequently. The following settings are available.  
1. Press the POWER  
button on the remote control.  
The message “Start Plug & Play” is displayed with “OK” selected.  
2. Select the appropriate language by pressing the or button.  
Press the ENTER  
3. The message “Check antenna input.” is displayed with “OK” selected.  
Press the ENTER button.  
button to confirm your choice.  
Please check that the antenna cable is connected correctly.  
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4. Select the appropriate country by pressing the or button.  
Press the ENTER button to confirm your choice.  
5. The “Auto Store” menu is displayed with the “Start” selected.  
Press the ENTER button.  
The channel search will start and end automatically.  
After all the available channels are stored, the “Clock Set” menu appears.  
Press the ENTER  
button at any time to interrupt the memorization process.  
6. Press the ENTER  
button.  
or ꢁ  
Select the “Hour” or “Minute” by pressing the  
button.  
or ꢂ  
Set the “Hour” or “Minute” by pressing the  
button.  
You can also set the hour and minute by pressing the number buttons on the  
remote control.  
7. Press the ENTER  
button to confirm your setting.  
Language: Select your language.  
Country: Select your country.  
Auto Store: Automatically scans for and stores channels available in the local area.  
Clock Set: Sets the current time for the TV clock.  
If you want to reset this feature...  
1. Press the MENU button to display the menu.  
Press the or button to select “Setup”, then press the ENTER  
button.  
2. Press the or button to select “Plug & Play”, then  
press the ENTER  
button.  
3. This will change or reset the settings.  
SETTING THE CHANNELS  
Storing Channels Automatically  
You can scan for the frequency ranges available to you (and availability  
depends on your country). Automatically allocated programme numbers  
may not correspond to actual or desired programme numbers.  
However, you can sort numbers manually and clear any channels you do  
not wish to watch.  
1. Press the MENU button to display the menu.  
Press the or button to select “Channel”,  
then press the ENTER  
button.  
2. Press the ENTER  
button to select “Country”.  
3. Select the appropriate country by pressing the or button.  
Press the ENTER button to confirm your choice.  
4. Press the or button to select “Auto Store”,  
then press the ENTER  
button.  
5. Press the ENTER  
button.  
The TV will begin memorizing all of the available channels.  
Press the ENTER  
button at any time to interrupt the memorization process  
and return to the “Channel” menu.  
6. After all the available channels are stored, the “Sort” menu appears.  
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Storing Channels Manually  
You can store up to 100 channels, including those received via cable  
networks. When storing channels manually, you can choose:  
Whether or not to store each of the channels found.  
The programme number of each stored channel which you wish  
to identify.  
1. Press the MENU button to display the menu.  
Press the or button to select “Channel”,  
then press the ENTER  
button.  
2. Press the or button to select “Manual Store”,  
then press the ENTER  
button.  
3. Press the ENTER  
button to select “Programme”.  
4. To assign a programme number to a channel, find the correct number  
by pressing the or button and then press the ENTER  
button.  
5. Press the or button to select “Colour System”,  
then press the ENTER  
6. Select the colour standard required by pressing the or button,  
then press the ENTER button.  
7. Press the or button to select “Sound System”,  
then press the ENTER button.  
8. Select the sound standard required by pressing the or button,  
then press the ENTER button.  
button.  
If there is an abnormal sound or no sound, re-select the sound system required.  
9. If you know the number of the channel to be stored,  
press the or button to select “Channel”.  
Press the ENTER  
button. Select C (Air channel) or S (Cable channel)  
by pressing the or button. Press the button to select channel.  
Select the required number by pressing the or button and then  
press the ENTER  
button.  
Channel mode: P (Programme mode)  
C (Air channel mode)  
S (Cable channel mode)  
10. If you do not know the channel numbers,  
press the or button to select “Search”. Press the ENTER  
Search by pressing the or button and then  
button.  
button.  
press the ENTER  
11. Press the or button to select “Store”,  
then press the ENTER button.  
button.  
Press the or button to select “OK”, then press the ENTER  
12. Repeat steps 3 to 11 for each channel to be stored.  
Programme: Selects a program number for the channel.  
Colour System: Sets the colour supporting system.  
Sound System: Sets the sound supporting system.  
Channel: Selects a channel.  
Search: Scans for the frequency value for the channel.  
Store: Saves your settings.  
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Editing the Channels  
You can exclude the channels you chose from the channels you  
scanned. When you scan through the stored channels, those you  
have chosen to skip are not displayed.  
All channels that you do not specifically choose to skip are displayed  
during scanning.  
1. Use the number buttons to directly select the channel that  
will be added or deleted.  
2. Press the MENU button to display the menu.  
Press the or button to select “Channel”,  
then press the ENTER  
3. Press the or button to select “Add/Delete”,  
then press the ENTER button.  
button.  
4. Repeatedly pressing the ENTER  
button will alternate between add  
channel and delete channel.  
5. Press the P  
or P  
buttons to switch to the appropriate channel,  
then repeat above.  
6. Press the EXIT button to exit.  
You can view any channel (including an erased channel) by using the number buttons  
on the remote control.  
Sorting the Stored Channels  
You can exchange the numbers of two channels, in order to:  
Modify the numeric order in which the channels have been  
automatically stored.  
Give easily remembered numbers to the channels that you watch  
most often.  
1. Press the MENU button to display the menu. Press the or button to  
select “Channel”, then press the ENTER  
button.  
2. Press the or button to select “Sort”,  
then press the ENTER  
button.  
3. Press the ENTER  
button to select “From”. Press the or button  
until the channel number that you wish to change is displayed.  
Press the ENTER button.  
4. Press the or button to select “To”, then press the ENTER  
button.  
Press the or button until the new number by which you wish to  
identify the channel is displayed.  
Press the ENTER  
5. Press the or button to select “Store”,  
then press the ENTER button.  
Press the or button to select “OK”, then press the ENTER  
button.  
button.  
The selected channel is exchanged with the one previously stored to the chosen  
number.  
6. Repeat steps 3 to 5 for another channel to be sorted.  
7. Press the EXIT button to exit.  
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Assigning Channels Names  
Channel names will be assigned automatically when channel information  
is broadcast.  
These names can be changed, allowing you to assign new names.  
1. Press the MENU button to display the menu. Press the or button to  
select “Channel”, then press the ENTER  
button.  
2. Press the or button to select “Name”,  
then press the ENTER  
3. If necessary, select the channel to be assigned to a new name by  
pressing the or button. Press the ENTER button.  
button.  
4.  
To...  
Then...  
Press the or button  
Select a letter, number or symbol  
Move on the next letter  
Move back the previous letter  
Confirm the name  
Press the  
Press the  
button  
button  
Press the ENTER  
button  
The characters available are :  
Letters of the alphabet (A~Z)  
Numbers (0~9)  
Special characters ( -, space)  
5. Repeat steps 3 to 4 for each channel to be assigned to a new name.  
6. Press the EXIT button to exit.  
Fine Tuning Channel Reception  
Use fine tuning to manually adjust a particular channel for optimal  
reception.  
1. Use the number buttons to directly select the channel that  
you want to fine tune.  
2. Press the MENU button to display the menu.  
Press the or button to select “Channel”,  
then press the ENTER  
3. Press the or button to select “Fine Tune”,  
then press the ENTER button.  
4. Press the or button to adjust the fine tuning.  
Press the ENTER button.  
button.  
5. Press the EXIT button to exit.  
Fine tuned channels that have been saved are marked with an asterisk “*” on the  
right-hand side of the channel number in the channel banner. And the channel number  
turns red.  
To reset the fine-tuning, select “Reset” by pressing the or button and then press  
the ENTER  
button.  
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SETTING THE PICTURE  
Changing the Picture Standard  
You can select the type of picture which best corresponds to your  
viewing requirements.  
1. Press the MENU button to display the menu. Press the or button to  
select “Picture”, then press the ENTER  
2. Press the ENTER button to select “Mode”.  
3. Press the or button to select the desired picture effect.  
Press the ENTER button.  
button.  
4. Press the EXIT button to exit.  
Dynamic: Selects the picture for high-definition in a bright room.  
Standard: Selects the picture for optimum display in a normal environment.  
Movie: Selects the picture for comfortable display in a dark room.  
Custom: Select to view your favorite display settings.  
You can also press the  
P.MODE button on the remote  
control to select one of the  
picture settings.  
(Refer to “Adjusting the Custom Picture” on page 11)  
The Picture mode must be adjusted separately for each input source.  
Adjusting the Custom Picture  
Your set has several settings which allow you to control picture quality.  
1. Press the MENU button to display the menu. Press the or button to  
select “Picture”, then press the ENTER  
2. Press the or button to select “Custom”,  
then press the ENTER button.  
3. Press the or button to select a particular item.  
Press the ENTER button.  
4. Press the or button to decrease or increase the value of a  
button.  
particular item. Press the ENTER  
button.  
5. Press the EXIT button to exit.  
Contrast: Adjusts the lightness and darkness between objects and the background.  
Brightness: Adjusts the brightness of the whole screen.  
Sharpness: Adjusts the outline of objects to either sharpen them or make them more dull.  
Colour: Adjusts the colours, making them lighter or darker.  
Tint (NTSC only): Adjusts the colour of objects, making them more red or green for a more  
natural look.  
If you make any changes to these settings, the picture mode is automatically switched  
to “Custom”.  
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Changing the Colour Tone  
You can select the most comfortable colour tone to your eyes.  
1. Press the MENU button to display the menu. Press the or button to  
select “Picture”, then press the ENTER button.  
2. Press the or button to select “Colour Tone”, then press the  
ENTER button.  
3. Press the or button to select the desired colour tone setting.  
Press the ENTER button.  
4. Press the EXIT button to exit.  
Cool 2: Makes the colour temperature bluer than “Cool 1” menu.  
Cool 1: Makes whites bluish.  
Normal: Keeps whites white.  
Warm1: Makes whites reddish.  
Warm2: Makes the colour temperature redder than “Warm1” menu.  
SETTING THE SOUND  
Changing the Sound Standard  
You can select the type of the special sound effect to be used when  
watching a given broadcast.  
1. Press the MENU button to display the menu. Press the or button to  
select “Sound”, then press the ENTER  
2. Press the ENTER button to select “Mode”.  
3. Press the or button to select the desired sound effect.  
Press the ENTER button.  
button.  
4. Press the EXIT button to exit.  
Standard: Selects the normal sound mode.  
Speech: Emphasizes voices over other sounds.  
You can also select these  
options by simply pressing the  
S.MODE button on the remote  
control.  
Adjusting the Volume Automatically  
Each broadcasting station has its own signal conditions, and so it is not  
easy for you to adjust the volume every time the channel is changed.  
This feature let you automatically adjust the volume of the desired  
channel by lowering the sound output when the modulation signal is  
high or by raising the sound output when the modulation signal is low.  
1. Press the MENU button to display the menu. Press the or button to  
select “Sound”, then press the ENTER  
2. Press the or button to select “Auto Volume”, then press the  
ENTER button.  
button.  
3. Press the or button to select “On” or “Off”. Press the ENTER  
button.  
4. Press the EXIT button to exit.  
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SETTING THE TIME  
Setting and Displaying the Current Time  
You can set the TV’s clock so that the current time is displayed when  
you press the INFO button. You must also set the time if you wish to  
use the automatic On/Off timers.  
1. Press the MENU button to display the menu. Press the or button to  
select “Setup”, then press the ENTER  
button.  
2. Press the ENTER  
button to select “Time”.  
3. Press the ENTER  
button to select “Clock Set”.  
4.  
To...  
Press the...  
Move to “Hour” or “Minute”  
Set the “Hour” or “Minute”  
or button.  
or button.  
Press the ENTER  
button.  
5. Press the EXIT button to exit.  
If you disconnect the power cord, you have to set the clock again.  
You can also set hour and minute by pressing the number buttons on the remote control.  
Setting the Sleep Timer  
You can select a time period of between 30 and 180 minutes after which  
the television automatically switches to standby mode.  
1. Press the MENU button to display the menu. Press the or button to  
select “Setup”, then press the ENTER  
2. Press the ENTER button to select “Time”.  
3. Press the or button to select “Sleep Timer”, then press the  
ENTER button.  
4. Press the or button repeatedly until the desired time appears  
(Off, 30, 60, 90, 120, 150, 180). Press the ENTER button.  
The TV automatically switches to standby mode when the timer reaches 0.  
5. Press the EXIT button to exit.  
button.  
Press the SLEEP button on  
the remote control repeatedly  
until the appropriate time  
interval appears.  
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Switching the Television On and Off Automatically  
You can set the On/Off timers so that the set will:  
Switch on automatically and tune to the channel of your choice at  
the time you select.  
Switch off automatically at the time you select.  
1. Press the MENU button to display the menu. Press the or button to  
select “Setup”, then press the ENTER  
2. Press the ENTER button to select “Time”.  
3. Press the or button to select “On Timer”, then press the  
ENTER button.  
button.  
4. Press the or button to adjust “Hour”, then press the button to  
move to the next step. Set other items using the same method as above.  
When finished, press the ENTER  
5. Press the or button to select “Off Timer”,  
then press the ENTER button.  
button to return.  
6. Press the or button to adjust “Hour”, then press the button to  
move to the next step. Set other items using the same method as above.  
When finished, press the ENTER  
7. Press the EXIT button to exit.  
The first step is to set the television’s clock.  
button to return.  
(refer to “Setting and Displaying the Current Time” on page 13)  
You can also set hour and minute by pressing the number buttons on the remote control.  
The "Activation" setting must be set to "On" in order for the timers to work.  
SETTING THE OTHERS  
Choosing Your Language  
When you start using your set for the first time, you must select the  
language which will be used for displaying menus and indications.  
1. Press the MENU button to display the on-screen menu.  
Press the or button to select “Setup”, then press the  
ENTER  
2. Press the or button to select “Language”,  
then press the ENTER button.  
3. Select a particular language by pressing the or button repeatedly.  
Press the ENTER button.  
button.  
You can choose one of 12 languages.  
4. Press the EXIT button to exit.  
English-14  
 
Setting the Blue Screen Mode  
If no signal is being received or the signal is very weak, a blue screen  
automatically replaces the noisy picture background. If you wish to  
continue viewing the poor picture, you must set the "Blue Screen"  
mode to "Off".  
1. Press the MENU button to display the menu. Press the or button to  
select “Setup”, then press the ENTER  
2. Press the or button to select “Blue Screen”  
then press the ENTER button.  
3. Press the or button to select “On” or “Off”.  
Press the ENTER button.  
4. Press the EXIT button to exit.  
button.  
Selecting the Source  
You can select among external sources connected to  
your TV’s input jacks.  
1. Press the MENU button to display the menu.  
Press the ENTER  
button to select “Input”.  
2. Press the ENTER  
button to select “Source List”.  
3. Select the required device by pressing the or button.  
Press the ENTER button.  
Press the SOURCE button on the remote control to toggel between all the available  
source. TV mode can be selected by pressing the TV or P button on the  
remote control but you cannot select it by pressing the SOURCE button.  
/
Editing the Input Source Names  
Name the device connected to the input jacks to make your input  
source selection easier.  
1. Press the MENU button to display the menu.  
Press the ENTER  
2. Press the or button to select “Edit Name”, then press the  
ENTER button.  
3. Press the or button to input select input source that you wish to edit.  
Press the ENTER button.  
4. Press the or button to select the required device.  
Press the ENTER button.  
button, to select “Input”.  
5. Press the EXIT button to exit.  
English-15  
 
USING THE TELETEXT FEATURE  
Teletext Decoder  
Most set channels carry “ teletext ”, pages of written  
information that provide information such as:  
Television programme times.  
News bulletins and Weather forecasts.  
Sports results.  
Subtitles for the hard of hearing.  
The teletext pages are organized according to six categories:  
Part  
A
Contents  
Selected page number.  
Broadcasting station identity.  
Current page number or search status.  
Date and time.  
B
C
D
E
Text.  
F
Status information.  
Displaying the Teletext Information  
You can display teletext information at any time, but signal reception  
must be good. Otherwise:  
Information may be missing.  
Some pages may not be displayed.  
To activate the teletext mode and display the contents page:  
1. Using the P  
teletext service.  
2. Press the TTX/MIX (  
The contents page is displayed. It can be redisplayed at any time by pressing  
the MENU ( ) button.  
(
) or P  
(
) button, select the channel providing the  
) button to activate the teletext mode.  
3. Press the TTX/MIX (  
) button again.  
The actual broadcast will be displayed simultaneously with the teletext page  
on the screen.  
4. Press the TV(  
) button again to exit from the Text display.  
If any broken character appears while Text is being viewed, make sure that the  
Text language is identical with the language in the “Setup” menu mode. If both languages  
are different, select the same language with the Text language on the “Setup” menu.  
English-16  
 
Selecting a Specific Teletext Page  
Press the number buttons on the remote control to enter the page  
number directly:  
1. Enter the three-digit page number listed in the contents by pressing the  
corresponding numeric buttons.  
2. If the selected page is linked with several secondary pages, the secondary  
pages are displayed in sequence. To freeze the display on a given page,  
press the  
(
). Press the  
(
)
button again to resume.  
3. Using the various display options:  
To display...  
Press the...  
Both teletext information and the normal broadcast  
Hidden text (answers to quiz games, for example)  
The normal screen  
TTX/MIX (  
INFO (  
)
)
)
INFO (  
A secondary page, by entering its 4-digit number  
DUAL I-II (  
)
The next page  
P
P
(
(
)
)
The previous page  
Double-size letters in the:  
Upper half of the screen  
Lower half of the screen  
(
)
Once  
Twice  
Normal screen  
Three times  
Using Fastext to Select a Teletext Page  
The various topics included in the teletext pages are colour-coded, and can  
be selected by pressing the coloured buttons on the remote control.  
1. Display the teletext contents page by pressing the  
TTX/MIX (  
)
button.  
2. Press the coloured button corresponding to the topic that you wish to  
select (The available topics are listed on the status information line).  
3. Press the Red button to display the previous page.  
Press the Green button to display the next page.  
4. Press the TV (  
) button again to exit from the Text display.  
Storing Teletext Pages  
You can store up to four teletext pages to display them later at leisure.  
(
)
1. Select the LIST mode using the SOURCE  
button.  
(
)
The SOURCE  
button is used to switch between the LIST and FLOF modes.  
2. Press the coloured button corresponding to the page that will be replaced.  
3. Enter the new page number using the numeric buttons.  
4. Repeat steps 2 and 3 for each page to be stored, using a different  
coloured button each time.  
(
)
5. Press the SLEEP  
button until the corresponding blocks blink.  
English-17  
 
SETTING THE PC  
Setting up Your PC Software (Based on Windows XP)  
The Windows display-settings for a typical computer are shown below. The actual screens on your PC  
may be different depending upon your particular version of Windows and your particular video card.  
Even if your actual screens look different, the same, basic set-up information will apply in almost all  
cases. (If not, contact your computer manufacturer or Samsung Dealer.)  
1. First, click on “Control Panel” on the Windows start menu.  
2. When the control panel window appears, click on “Appearance and  
Themes” and a display dialog-box will appear.  
3. When the control panel window appears, click on “Display” and  
a display dialog-box will appear.  
4. Navigate to the “Settings” tab on the display dialog-box.  
The correct size setting (resolution):  
Optimum - LE15S5: 1024 X 768  
LE20S5: 800 X 600  
If a vertical-frequency option exists on your display settings dialog  
box, the correct value is “60” or “60 Hz”. Otherwise, just click “OK”  
and exit the dialog box.  
Display Modes  
Both screen position and size will vary depending on the type of PC monitor and its resolution.  
The resolutions in the table are recommended. (All resolutions between the supported limits are supported)  
Mode  
Resolution  
Horizontal  
Frequency (kHz)  
Vertical  
Frequency (Hz)  
Pixel Clock  
Frequency (MHz)  
Sync Polarity  
(H/V)  
VGA  
720X400  
640X480  
640X480  
31.469  
31.469  
37.500  
70.087  
59.940  
75.000  
28.322  
25.175  
31.500  
- / +  
- / -  
- / -  
SVGA  
800X600  
800X600  
46.875  
37.879  
75.000  
60.317  
49.500  
40.000  
+ / +  
+ / +  
XGA  
LE15S5  
1024X768  
1024X768  
48.363  
60.023  
60.004  
75.029  
65.000  
78.750  
- / -  
+ / +  
The interlace mode is not supported.  
The set might operate abnormally if a non-standard video format is selected.  
English-18  
 
Setting the PC  
Coarse and Fine Tuning of the Image (Image Lock):  
The purpose of picture quality adjustment is to remove or reduce picture  
noise. If the noise is not removed by Fine-tuning alone, then adjust the fre-  
quency as best as possible (coarse) and Fine-tune again. After the noise has  
been reduced, re-adjust the picture so that it is aligned on the center of  
screen.  
1. Preset: Press the SOURCE button to select PC mode.  
2. Press the MENU button to display the menu.  
Press the or button to select “Setup”,  
then press the ENTER  
button.  
3. Press the or button to select “PC”, then  
press the ENTER  
button.  
4. Press the ENTER  
button to select “Image Lock”.  
5. Press the or button to select “Coarse” or “Fine”,  
then press the ENTER button.  
6. Press the or button to adjust the screen quality.  
Press the ENTER button.  
7. Press the EXIT button to exit.  
Changing the Image Position (Position):  
Adjust the PC’s screen positioning if it does not fit the TV screen.  
1. Follow the “Coarse and Fine Tuning of the Image (Image Lock)”  
instructions number 1 to 3.  
2. Press the or button to select “Position”,  
then press the ENTER  
button.  
3. Press the or button to adjusting the Vertical-Position.  
Press the or button to adjust the Horizontal-Position.  
Press the ENTER  
button.  
4. Press the EXIT button to exit.  
Initializing the Image Settings (Image Reset):  
You can replace all image settings with the factory default values.  
1. Follow the “Coarse and Fine Tuning of the Image (Image Lock)”  
instructions number 1 to 3.  
2. Press the or button to select “Image Reset”,  
then press the ENTER  
button.  
3. Press the EXIT button to exit.  
Adjusting the PC Screen Automatically (Auto Adjustment):  
Auto adjustment allows the PC screen of set to self-adjust to the  
incoming PC video signal. The values of fine, coarse and position are  
adjusted automatically.  
1. Follow the “Coarse and Fine Tuning of the Image (Image Lock)”  
instructions number 1 to 3.  
2. Press the or button to select “Auto Adjustment”,  
then press the ENTER  
button.  
3. Press the EXIT button to exit.  
English-19  
 
RECOMMENDATIONS FOR USE  
Troubleshooting: Before Contacting Service Personnel  
No sound or picture  
Check that the mains lead has been connected to a wall socket.  
Check that you have pressed the POWER  
Check the picture contrast and brightness settings.  
Check the volume.  
buttons on the right side of the panel.  
Normal picture but no sound  
Check the volume.  
Check whether the MUTE button has been pressed on the remote control.  
No picture or black and white picture  
Sound and picture interference  
Adjust the colour settings.  
Check that the broadcast system selected is correct.  
Try to identify the electrical appliance that is affecting the set and move it further away.  
Plug your set into a different mains socket.  
Blurred or snowy picture,  
distorted sound  
Check the direction, location and connections of your aerial.  
This interference is often due to the use of an indoor aerial.  
Remote control malfunctions  
Replace the remote control batteries.  
Clean the upper edge of the remote control (transmission window).  
Check the battery terminals.  
“Check signal cable.”  
message is displayed.  
Check that the signal cable is firmly connected to the PC or video sources.  
Check that the PC or video sources are turned on.  
On PC mode, “Not Supported Mode.”  
message is displayed.  
Check the maximum resolution and the frequency of the video adaptor.  
Compare these values with the data in the Display Modes.  
The TFT LCD panel uses a panel consisting of sub pixels (LE15S5 - 2,359,296, LE20S5 - 1,440,000) which require  
sophisticated technology to produce. However, there may be few bright or dark pixels on the screen. These pixels will have no  
impact on the performance of the product.  
Technical and Environmental Specifications  
Model Name  
LE15S5  
LE20S5  
Panel  
Size  
15” Diagonal  
20” Diagonal  
Display Size  
Pixel Pitch  
304.1 (H) x 228.1 (V) mm  
0.297 (H) x 0.297 (V) mm  
408.0 (H) x 306.0 (V) mm  
0.6375 (H) x 0.6375 (V) mm  
Frequency  
Horizontal / Vertical  
30 ~ 69 kHz / 50 ~ 75 Hz  
1024 x 768 @ 60 Hz  
28 ~ 33 kHz / 50 ~ 75 Hz  
800 x 600 @ 60 Hz  
PC Resolution (Optimum)  
Power Supply (Input)  
AC 220 V ~ 240 V (50 / 60 Hz)  
AC 220 V ~ 240 V (50 / 60 Hz)  
Power Consumption  
Normal / Power Saving  
40 W / < 3 W  
55 W / < 3 W  
Dimension (WxDxH)  
Body  
With stand  
496.0 x 82.0 x 333.0 mm  
496.0 x 170.0 x 359.0 mm  
607.0 x 94.0 x 436.0 mm  
607.0 x 215.0 x 464.0 mm  
Weight  
With stand  
4.0 kg (8.81 lbs)  
7.8 kg (17.19 lbs)  
Environmental Considerations  
Operating Temperature  
Operating Humidity  
Storage Temperature  
Storage Humidity  
10 °C to 40 °C (50 °F to 104 °F)  
10 % to 80 %, non-condensing  
-20 °C to 45 °C (-4 °F to 113 °F)  
5 % to 95 %, non-condensing  
10 °C to 40 °C (50 °F to 104 °F)  
10 % to 80 %, non-condensing  
-20 °C to 45 °C (-4 °F to 113 °F)  
5 % to 95 %, non-condensing  
English-20  
 
Warning! Important Safety Instructions  
Please read the appropriate section that corresponds to the marking on your Samsung product before  
attempting to install the product.  
This symbol indicates that high voltage is  
CAUTION  
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN  
present inside.  
It is dangerous to make any kind of contact  
with any internal part of this product.  
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK,  
DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). THERE ARE NO  
USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER ALL SERVICING  
TO QUALIFIED PERSONNEL.  
This symbol alerts you that important  
literature concerning operation and maintenance  
has been included with this product.  
• The slots and openings in the cabinet and in the back or bottom are provided for necessary ventilation.  
To ensure reliable operation of this apparatus, and to protect it from overheating, these slots and openings must never be  
blocked or covered.  
- Do not cover the slots and openings with a cloth or other materials.  
- Do not block the slots and openings by placing this apparatus on a bed, sofa, rug or other similar surface.  
- Do not place this apparatus in a confined space, such as a bookcase, or built-in cabinet, unless proper ventilation  
is provided.  
• Do not place this apparatus near or over a radiator or heat register, or where it is exposed to direct sunlight.  
• Do not place sources of heat on this apparatus, such as a candles, ash trays, incense or other similar items.  
• Do not place a water containing vessel on this apparatus, as this can result in a risk of fire or electric shock.  
• Do not expose this apparatus to rain or place it near water(near a bathtub, washbowl, kitchen sink, or laundry tub,  
in a wet basement, or near a swimming pool etc.).  
If this appratus accidentally gets wet, unplug it and contact an authorized dealer immediately.  
You can clean this apparatus with damp cloth when necessary, but be sure to unplug the apparatus first.  
• Do not expose this apparatus to extreme temperature conditions or to extreme humidity conditions.  
• This appratus use batteries. In your community there might be regulations that require you to dispose of these batteries  
properly under environmental considerations. Please contact your local authorities for disposal or recycling information.  
• To cut off the power source, unplug this apparatus from the wall outlet.  
• Do not overload wall outlets, extension cords or adaptors beyond their capacity, since this can result in fire or electric  
shock.  
• Power-supply cords should be routed so that they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed upon or  
against them, paying particular attention to cords at plug end, adaptors and the point where they exit from the appliance.  
• To protect this apparatus from a lightning storm, or when it is left unattended and unused for long periods of time, unplug  
it from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable system.  
This will prevent damage to the set due to lightning and power line surges.  
• Before connecting the AC power cord to the DC adaptor outlet, make sure the voltage designation of the DC adaptor  
corrsponds to the local electrical supply.  
• Never insert anything metallic into the open parts of this apparatus. Doing so many create a danger of electric shock.  
• To avoid electric shock, never touch the inside of this apparatus. Only a qualified technician should open this apparatus.  
• Be sure to hold the plug, not the cord, when disconnecting this apparatus from an electric socket.  
• Locate this apparatus near an easily acessible AC outlet.  
• If this appratus does not operate normally - in particular, if there are any unusual sounds or smells coming from it  
- unplug it immediately and contact an authorized dealer or service center.  
• Unplug this apparatus from the AC outlet before any service.  
• Be sure to pull the power plug out of the outlet if the TV is to remain unused or if you are to leave the house for an  
extended period of time (especially when children, elderly or disabled people will be left alone in the house).  
- Accumulated dust can cause an electric shock, an electric leakage or a fire by causing the power cord to generate  
sparks and heat or the insulation to deteriorate.  
• Be sure to contact an authorized service center, when installing your set in a location with heavy dust, high or low  
temperatures, high humidity, chemical substances and where it operates for 24 hours such as the airport, the train station  
etc. Failure to do so may cause serious damage to your set.  
 
Wiring the Mains Power Supply Plug(UK Only)  
IMPORTANT NOTICE  
The mains lead on this equipment is supplied with a moulded plug incorporating a fuse. The value of the fuse is  
indicated on the pin face of the plug and, if it requires replacing, a fuse approved to BSI1362 of the same rating  
must be used. Never use the plug with the fuse cover omitted if the cover is detachable. If a replacement fuse  
cover is required, it must be of the same colour as the pin face of the plug. Replacement covers are available  
from your dealer. If the fitted plug is not suitable for the power points in your house or the cable is not long  
enough to reach a power point, you should obtain a suitable safety approved extension lead or consult your  
dealer for assistance. However, if there is no alternative but to cut off the plug, remove the fuse and then safely  
dispose of the plug. Do NOT connect the plug to a mains socket as there is a risk of shock hazard from the  
bared flexible cord.  
IMPORTANT  
The wires in the mains lead are coloured in accordance with the following code:  
BLUE - NEUTRAL BROWN - LIVE  
As these colours may not correspond to the coloured markings identifying the terminals in your plug, proceed as  
follows: The wire coloured BLUE must be connected to the terminal marked with the letter N or coloured BLUE  
or BLACK. The wire coloured BROWN must be connected to the terminal marked with the letter L or coloured  
BROWN or RED.  
WARNING:  
DO NOT CONNECT EITHER WIRE TO THE EARTH TERMINAL, WHICH IS MARKED WITH THE  
LETTER E OR BY THE EARTH SYMBOL , OR COLOURED GREEN OR GREEN AND YELLOW.  
Warranty Card  
UNITED KINGDOM  
This Samsung product is warranted for a period of twelve (12) months from the original date of purchase,  
against defective materials and workmanship. In the event that warranty service is required, you should return  
the product to the retailer from whom it was purchased. However, Samsung Authorised Dealers and Authorised  
Service Centres in other EC Countries will comply with the warranty on the terms issued to purchasers in the  
country concerned. In case of difficulty, details of our Authorised Service Centres are available from:  
Samsung Electronics (U.K.) Ltd.,  
Unit C, Customer Care Centre, Stafford Park 12,  
TELFORD, Shropshire TF3 3BJ,  
Tel: 0870) 242 0303, Fax: 01952) 297617  
WARRANTY CONDITIONS  
1. The warranty is only valid if, when warranty service is required, the warranty card is fully and properly  
completed and is presented with the original invoice or sales slip or confirmation, and the serial number on  
the product has not been defaced.  
2. Samsung’s obligations are limited to the repair or, at its discretion, replacement of the product or the  
defective part.  
3. Warranty repairs must be carried out by Authorised Samsung Dealers or Authorised Service Centres.  
No re-imbursement will be made for repairs carried out by non Samsung Dealers and, any such repair work  
and damage to the products caused by such repair work will not be covered by this warranty.  
4. This product is not considered to be defective in materials nor workmanship by reason that it requires  
adaptation in order to conform to national or local technical or safety standards in force in any Country other  
than the one for which the product was originally designed and manufactured.  
 
MEMO  
 
MEMO  
 

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