Samsung LE26A41B Owner's Instructions Manual
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- Page 1 LCD TV LW26A33W Owner’s Instructions Before operating the unit, please read this manual thoroughly, and retain it for future reference. ON-SCREEN MENUS PC DISPLAY PICTURE IN PICTURE (PIP) TELETEXT This device is a class B digital apparatus.
- Page 2 Precautions When Displaying a Still Image A still image may cause permanent damage to the TV screen. • Digital Ready TV: When you Although digital broadcasting must be in the select the regular screen (4:3) wide screen (16:9) HD format, broadcasters mode to watch an SD-grade sometimes show programs made originally digital broadcast (and the set-top...
- Page 3 • Integrated Digital TV Although digital broadcasting must be in the (Wide-screen): When the TV wide screen (16:9) HD format, broadcasters receives SD-grade (regular) sometimes show programs made originally broadcasting signals (receives in the regular screen format (4:3) by 480p regular signals). converting the signals into digital form, in which case the left and right side edges of •...
- Page 4 Precautions When Displaying a Still Image A still image may cause permanent damage to the TV screen. • Digital Ready TV: When you Although digital broadcasting must be in the select the regular screen (4:3) wide screen (16:9) HD format, broadcasters mode to watch an SD-grade sometimes show programs made originally digital broadcast (and the set-top...
- Page 5 • Integrated Digital TV Although digital broadcasting must be in the (Wide-screen): When the TV wide screen (16:9) HD format, broadcasters receives SD-grade (regular) sometimes show programs made originally broadcasting signals (receives in the regular screen format (4:3) by 480p regular signals). converting the signals into digital form, in which case the left and right side edges of •...
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Page 6: Table Of Contents
Contents ONNECTING AND REPARING Viewing the Control Panel ..................4 Viewing the Connection Panel................... 5 - Connecting an Aerial or Cable Television Network ..........5 - Connecting Set-Top Box, VCR or DVD ..............5 - Connecting External A/V Devices ................6 - Connecting Computer .................... - Page 7 Contents ETTING THE OUND Connecting Headphones ................... 36 Adjusting Your Headphone Preferences ..............36 Listening to the Sound of the Sub Picture ..............37 Sub Woofer......................... 37 ETTING THE Setting and Displaying the Current Time ..............38 Setting the Sleep Timer....................39 Switching the Television On and Off Automatically...........
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Page 8: Viewing The Control Panel
Viewing the Control Panel SOURCE (Power) Displays a menu of all of the available input Press to turn the TV on and off. sources (TV, Ext.1, Ext.2, AV3, S-Video, DVI, PC). Light Detecting Sensor You can also use the SOURCE button on Adjusts the brightness of the screen automatically the TV’s control panel to make selection. -
Page 9: Viewing The Connection Panel
Viewing the Connection Panel Power Input Whenever you connect an audio or video system to your set, ensure that all elements are switched off. 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... -
Page 10: Connecting External A/V Devices
Viewing the Connection Panel Connecting External A/V Devices Connect RCA or S-VIDEO cable to an appropriate external A/V device such as VCR, DVD or Camcorder. Connect RCA audio cables to “AUDIO(L)” and “AUDIO(R)” on the rear of your set and the other ends to corresponding audio out connectors on the A/V device. -
Page 11: Connecting Sub Woofer
Viewing the Connection Panel Connecting Sub Woofer Connecting DVI - Connect the DVI connector to the DVD connector. - Connect the stereo audio cable to “L - Audio - R” on the rear of your set and the other end to “Audio Out”... -
Page 12: Viewing The Remote Control (All Functions Except Teletext)
You can use the remote control up to a distance of about 23 feet from the TV. When using the remote, always point it directly at the TV. You can also use your remote control to operate your VCR, Cable box, DVD player or Samsung Set-Top box. English-8... -
Page 13: Viewing The Remote Control (Teletext Functions)
Viewing the Remote Control (Teletext Functions) Teletext display/mix both teletext information and the normal broadcast Teletext sub page : Teletext next page : Teletext previous page Teletext mode selection (LIST/FLOF) Teletext reveal Exit from the teletext display Teletext index Teletext cancel Teletext size selection Teletext store Teletext hold... -
Page 14: Installing Batteries In The Remote Control
Installing Batteries in the Remote Control Slide the cover out completely. Install two AAA size batteries. Make sure to match the “+” and “–” ends of the batteries with the diagram inside the compartment. 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. -
Page 15: Switching On And Off
Switching On and Off The mains lead is attached to the rear of your set. If you have purchased this set in the United Kingdom, refer to page 60 for further instructions on plug wiring. Plug the mains lead into an appropriate socket. Result: The main voltage is indicated on the rear of your set and the frequency is 50 or 60Hz. -
Page 16: Becoming Familiar With The Remote Control
Becoming Familiar with the Remote Control The remote control is used mainly to: Change channels and adjust the volume Set up your set using the on-screen menu system The following table presents the most frequently used buttons and their functions. Button Viewing Function Menu Function... -
Page 17: Plug And Play
Plug and Play When the set is initially powered ON, several basic customer settings proceed automatically and subsequently. The following settings are available. If the set is in standby mode, press the POWER ( ) button on the remote control. Result: The message Plug &... -
Page 18: Choosing Your Language
Plug and Play If you want to reset this feature... Press the MENU button. Result: The main menu is displayed. Press the button to select Setup. Press the ENTER button. Result: The options available in the Setup group are displayed. Press the button to select Plug &... -
Page 19: Storing Channels Automatically
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. -
Page 20: Storing Channels Manually
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 Press the MENU button. - Page 21 Storing Channels Manually If you know the number of the channel to be stored..Press the button to select Channel and then press the ENTER button. Select C (Air channel) or S (Cable channel) by pressing the button. Press the button to select Channel.
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Page 22: Editing The Channels
Editing the Channels You can exclude the channels you chosen 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. -
Page 23: Sorting The Stored Channels
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. Press the MENU button. Result: The main menu is displayed. -
Page 24: Assigning Channels Names
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. Press the MENU button. Result: The main menu is displayed. Press the button to select Channel. Press the ENTER button. -
Page 25: Fine Tuning Channel Reception
Fine Tuning Channel Reception If the reception is clear, you do not have to fine-tune the channel, as this is done automatically during the search and store operation. If however the signal is weak or distorted, you may have to fine-tune the channel manually. -
Page 26: Changing The Picture Standard
Changing the Picture Standard You can select the type of picture which best corresponds to your viewing requirements. Press the MENU button. Result: The main menu is displayed. Press the button to select Picture. Result: The options available in the Picture group are displayed. -
Page 27: Adjusting The Custom Picture
Adjusting the Custom Picture Your set has several settings which allow you to control picture quality. Press the MENU button. Result: The main menu is displayed. Press the button to select Picture. Result: The options available in the Picture group are displayed. -
Page 28: Changing The Colour Tone
Changing the Colour Tone You can select the most comfortable colour tone to your eye. Press the MENU button. Result: The main menu is displayed. Press the button to select Picture. Result: The options available in the Picture group are displayed. -
Page 29: Changing The Picture Size
Changing the Picture Size You can select the picture size which best corresponds to your viewing requirements. Press the MENU button. Result: The main menu is displayed. Press the button to select Picture. Result: The options available in the Picture group are displayed. -
Page 30: Freezing The Current Picture
Press the "STILL" button to freeze a moving picture into a still one. Press again to cancel. DNIe(Digital Natural Image engine) Samsung’s New Technology brings you more detailed images with contrast and white enhancement. A new image compensation algorithm gives viewers brighter and clearer image. -
Page 31: My Colour Control
My Colour Control My Colour Control is to adust the most preferred colours such as Blue, Green, Pink without interfering with other colours in order for each consumer to enjoy screen colour of their choice. Press the MENU button. Result: The main menu is displayed. -
Page 32: Dynamic Contrast
Dynamic Contrast Dynamic Contrast is to automatically detect distribution of inputted visual signal and adjust to create optimum contrast. Press the MENU button. Result: The main menu is displayed. Press the button to select Picture. Result: The options available in the Picture group are displayed. -
Page 33: Brightness Sensor
Brightness Sensor Brightness Sensor is to adjust brightness of screen either automatically or manually by detecting brightness of surrounding environment using light detecting sensor. Press the MENU button. Result: The main menu is displayed. Press the button to select Picture. Result: The options available in the Picture group are displayed. -
Page 34: Viewing The Picture In Picture (Pip)
Viewing the Picture In Picture (PIP) You can display a sub picture within the main picture of set programme or video input. In this way, you can watch the picture of set programme or video input from any connected equipment whiling watching the main picture. - Page 35 Viewing the Picture In Picture (PIP) Press the button to select Position and then press the ENTER button. Select the position of sub picture by pressing the button and then press the ENTER button. Result: You can move the sub picture. When the size of sub picture is set to , this feature does not work.
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Page 36: Adjusting The Volume
Adjusting the Volume You can adjust the volume using your remote control. Press the VOL( )button to increase the volume. Result: A horizontal bar is displayed and the volume increases until you release the button. The cursor moves to the right to indicate the volume. -
Page 37: Switching The Sound Off Temporarily
Switching the Sound Off Temporarily You can switch the sound off temporarily. Example: You wish to answer the telephone. Press the MUTE ( ) button. Result: The sound is switched off and “Mute” is displayed. When you wish to turn the sound back on, press the MUTE ( button again or either of the volume buttons. -
Page 38: Changing The Sound Standard
Changing the Sound Standard You can select the type of special sound effect to be used when watching a given broadcast. Press the MENU button. Result: The main menu is displayed. Press the button to select Sound. Result: The options available in the Sound group are displayed. Press the ENTER button. -
Page 39: Selecting Wow Surround
Selecting WOW Surround Select the Wow Surround feature to amplify the mid- to low-range sounds or create a surround sound effect. Press the MENU button. Result: The main menu is displayed. Press the button to select Sound. Result: The options available in the Sound group are displayed. Press the ENTER button. -
Page 40: Connecting Headphones
Connecting Headphones You can connect a set of headphones to your set if you wish to watch a TV programme without disturbing the other people in the room. Plug a set of headphones into the 3.5mm mini-jack socket on the rear panel of the set. -
Page 41: Listening To The Sound Of The Sub Picture
Listening to the Sound of the Sub Picture During the PIP feature is activating, you can listen to the sound of the sub picture. Press the MENU button. Result: The main menu is displayed. Press the button to select Sound. Result: The options available in the Sound group are displayed. -
Page 42: Setting And Displaying The Current 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. If you disconnect the power cord, you have to set the clock again. -
Page 43: Setting The Sleep Timer
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. Press the MENU button. Result: The main menu is displayed. Press the button to select Setup. Press the ENTER button Result:... -
Page 44: Switching The Television On And Off Automatically
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. The first step is to set the television’s clock (refer to “Setting and Displaying the Current Time”... -
Page 45: Setting The Blue Screen Mode
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". Press the MENU button. -
Page 46: Colour Weakness
Colour Weakness Colour Weakness is a feature that enables those with a colour Weakness to view images as those with normal colour vision do. The feature provides nine different colour adjustment layers each for red, green and blue. Press the MENU button. Result: The main menu is displayed. -
Page 47: Selecting The Melody
Selecting the Melody You can hear melody sound when the television is powered on or off. Press the MENU button. Result: The main menu is displayed. Press the button to select Setup. Press the ENTER button Result: The options available in the Setup group are displayed. Press the button to select Melody. -
Page 48: Selecting A Device From External Sources
Selecting a Device from External Sources Your set enables you to choose which audio/video signals are output to the external connector. Press the MENU button. Press the ENTER button to select Input. Result: The options available in the Input group are displayed. Press the ENTER button. -
Page 49: Setting Up Your Pc Software (Based On Windows 2000 Or Xp)
PC will probably be different, depending upon your particular version of Windows and your particular video card. But 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.) First, click on “ Settings” on the Windows start menu. -
Page 50: Adjusting The Pc Screen Automatically
Adjusting the PC Screen Automatically 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. Press the PC button on the remote control to select the PC mode. This function does not work in DVI-Digital mode. -
Page 51: Coarse And Fine Tuning Of The Image
Coarse and Fine Tuning of the Image 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 frequency 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. -
Page 52: Changing The Image Position
Changing the Image Position Press the PC button on the remote control to select the PC mode. Press the MENU button. Result: The main menu is displayed. Press the button to select Setup. Press the ENTER button. Press the button to select PC. Press the ENTER button. -
Page 53: Initializing The Image Settings
Initializing the Image Settings You can replace all image settings with the factory default values. Press the PC button on the remote control to select the PC mode. Press the MENU button. Result: The main menu is displayed. Press the button to select Setup. -
Page 54: Teletext Decoder
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 Contents Selected page number. -
Page 55: Selecting A Specific Teletext Page
Selecting a Specific Teletext Page Press the number buttons on the remote control to enter the page number directly: Enter the three-digit page number listed in the contents by pressing the corresponding numeric buttons. Result: The current page counter is incremented and the page is then displayed. -
Page 56: Using Flof To Select A Teletext Page
Using FLOF 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. Display the teletext contents page by pressing the TTX/MIX ( button. -
Page 57: Troubleshooting: Before Contacting Service Personnel
Troubleshooting: Before Contacting Service Personnel Before contacting Samsung after-sales service, perform the following simple checks. If you cannot solve the problem using the instructions below, note the model and serial number of your set and contact your local dealer. No sound or picture Check that the mains lead has been connected to a wall socket. -
Page 58: Installing Stand
Installing Stand <1> <2> Lower the TV set in the direction of the arrow and fix the stand. Use the four screws to tightly fix the stand. Maintenance of Your LCD TV WARNING: To avoid risk of electric shock, do not disassemble the TV cabinet. Users cannot service the TV. -
Page 59: Using The Anti-Theft Kensington Lock
Using the Anti-Theft Kensington Lock The Kensington lock is a device used to physically fix the system when using it in a public place. The locking device has to be purchased separately. The appearance and locking method may differ from the illustration depending on the manufacturer. -
Page 60: Installing The Wall Mount Kit
Installing the Wall Mount Kit Note: This installation is to be used when attaching the wall mount to a concrete wall. When attaching to other building materials, please contact your nearest dealer. Components (Sold separately) M4 X L15 M4 X L20 Wall-Bracket Set-Bracket Screw: 8EA... -
Page 61: Technical And Environmental Specifications
Technical and Environmental Specifications Model Name LW26A33W Panel Size 26” Diagonal Display Size 556.4 (H) x 339.84 (V) mm Type a-si TFT active matrix Pixel Pitch 0.4425 (H) x 0.4425 (V) mm Viewing Angle 170/170 (H/V) Frequency Horizontal 30 ~ 68 kHz Vertical 56 ~ 85 Hz Display Colour... -
Page 62: Display Mode (Pc)
Technical and Environmental Specifications Model LW26A33W Environmental Considerations Operating Temperature 50 °F to 104 °F (10 °C to 40 °C) Operating Humidity 10% to 80%, non-condensing Storage Temperature -13 °F to 113 °F (-25 °C to 45 °C) Storage Humidity 5% to 95%, non-condensing Audio Characteristics Audio Input... -
Page 63: Pin Configurations
Pin Configurations DVI - D Connector Description Description Rx 2- Output Signal Connection Rx 2+ Rx 0- Grounding Rx 0+ No connection Grounding No connection No connection DDC Clock (SCL) No connection DDC Data (SDA) Grounding Analog Vertical Sync Rx C- Rx 1- Rx C+ Rx 1+... -
Page 64: Wiring The Mains Power Supply Plug (Uk Only)
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. -
Page 65: Setting Up Your Remote Control
Setting Up Your Remote Control After it has been set up properly, your remote control can operate in five different modes: TV, VCR, CABLE, DVD, Samsung Set-top box. Pressing the corresponding button on the remote control allows you to switch between these modes, and control whichever piece of equipment you choose. - Page 66 Setting Up Your Remote Control Setting Up the Remote to Operate Your Cable Box Turn off your cable box. Press the SELECT button and make sure that the CABLE LED is illuminated. Press the SET button on your TV’s remote control. Using the number buttons on your remote control, enter three digits of the cable box code listed on page 64 of this manual for your brand of cable box.
- Page 67 Setting Up Your Remote Control Setting Up the Remote to Operate Your DVD Turn off your DVD. Press the SELECT button and make sure that the DVD LED is illuminated. Press the SET button on your TV’s remote control. Using the number buttons on your remote control, enter three digits of the DVD code listed on page 64 of this manual for your brand of DVD.
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Page 68: Remote Control Codes
017 062 084 086 Philco 017 038 062 065 Philips Pioneer 014 025 042 059 009 014 016 017 037 044 046 063 078 Samsung Sanyo 011 021 Sears 011 014 018 021 027 028 044 052 057 Sharp 015 036 048 054... - Page 69 - AFTER SALES SERVICE - 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. ELECTRONICS...