Samsung LTM1575W Owner's Instructions Manual
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- Page 1 [e_ ] e[e]tau uun _v_ [o]_ PI D ir ....-Owner's Instructions...
- Page 2 l Warninq ! Important Safety Instructions CAUTION CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. dangerous to make any kind of contact with any inside part of This symbol indicates high voltage is present inside, It is this product.
- Page 3 Thank Choosing Samsung Thank you for choosing Samsung! Your new Samsung TV represents the latest in television technology, We designed it with easy to use on screen menus and closed captioning capabili ties, makhlg it one of the best products in its class.
- Page 4 • Protect the power cord. Power supply cords should be routed so that they won't be walked on or pinched by objects placed on or against them. Pay particular attention to cords at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the unit. •...
- Page 5 Read these hlstructions. OUBLE INSULATED When servidng Keep these instructions. use only identical replacement parts. Heed all warnings. Follow aI[ hlstruetions. Do not use this apparatus near water. Clean only with dry cloth. Do not block any ventilation openings, Install hi accordance with the manufacturerh instructions.
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Page 6: Table Of Contents
CONTENTS Chapter 1: Your ....List of Features .......... List of Parts ..........Familiarizing Yourself with Your New TV ...... Front Pand Buttons ....... Side Panel Jacks ........Rear Panel Jacks ........Remote Control ........Chapter 2: Installation ....Connecting VHF and UHP' Antennas ......Antennas with 300 ohm Flat ]bvin Leads .... - Page 7 CONTENTS Chapter 4: Special Features .... Fine llming Channels ........(Low t,NA Noise Amplifier) ........ Setting the Blue Screen Mode ....... Changing the Screen Size ........Freezing the Picture ........Special Sound Options ........4 ,5 Choosing a Multi Cf]alqlqe} Sound (MTS) Sourldtrack ..
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Page 8: Chapter 1: Your New Tv
Your List Features _ur TV was designed with the latest technology. This TV is a high per_rmance unit that includes the following special features: • Easy to use remote control Easy to use on screen menu system Automatic timer to turn the TV on and Adjustable picture and sound that can be stored in the TV_ memory... -
Page 9: Front Pand Buttons
Your NEw TV Familiarizing Yourself with Front Panel Buttons The buttons on the front pane[ control your TV_ basic f_atures, hldudhlg the on screen menu. To use the more advanced f_atures, you must use the remote control. POWER SOURCE Press to turn the TV on and off, Pressthis b utton todisplay a menu ofall t he available signal sources. -
Page 10: Side Panel Jacks
Your NEw TV Side Panel Jacks You can use the side panei jacks to connect an A/V component that is used only occasionally, such as a camcozdez or video game. (For information oil connecting equipment, see pages 2.9.) HEADPHONE JACK AUDIO INjacks Used to connect the audio signals from a cam... -
Page 11: Rear Panel Jacks
Your NEw TV Rear Panel Jacks Use the rear panel jacks to connect an A/V component that _viH be connected conth]uously, such as a VCR or a DVD player. For more infurmation on connecting equipment, see pages 2.1 2.9. (]1 POWER OUTPUT PC AUDIO INPUT... -
Page 12: Remote Control
Your NEw TV Remote Control You can use the remote control up to about 23 fi_et from the "FV_ When ushlg the remote, always point it direcdy at the TV You can also use your remote control to operate your VCR and cable box. See page 4.1 for details. - Page 13 INSTALLATION Connecting Antennas If your antenna has a set of leads that look like this, see "Antennas with 3OO ohm Flat 7_vin Leads," below. If your antenna has one lead that looks like this, see "Antennas with 75 ohm Round Leads," oil page 2.2. If you have two antennas, see "Separate VHF and UHF Antennas,"...
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Page 14: Chapter 2: Installation
INSTALLATION Antennas with 75-ohm Round Leads Plug the antenna tead into the TV ANTENNA terminal on the bottom of the back panel. Separate Antennas VH1 _ UHF), If' you have two separate antennas for your TV (one must TV This combine the tVMOanterula signa]s... -
Page 15: Connecting To A Cable Box That Descrambles All Channels
INSTALLATION Connecting to a Cable that Descrambles All Channels This terminal might be labeled "ANT OUT," "VI [F OUT," or simply, Findthe cablethat is "OUT." cooneotedtothe ANTflNNAOUT termmat onyourcab ebox Connect t he otherendof thiscableto theTV ANTENNA terminalon the backof the TV, Connecting to a Cable that... - Page 16 INSTALLATION Connect a coaxial cable between the ANTENNA QUTtermi- Incoming Cable eal on the cabIe box Splitter RF(A,_) and the B- IN terminal O_e Box Switch on the A/B switch. Connect another cable between the other QUTterminal on the Incoming splitter and the A- tN Cable terminaI on the RF...
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Page 17: Connecting A Vcr
INSTALLATION Connecting a VCR These instructions assume that you have already connected your TV to an antenna or a cable TV system (according to the instructions on pages 2.1 2.3). Skip step 1 if'you have not yet connected to an antenna or a cable system. -
Page 18: Connecting An S Vhs Vcr
INSTALLATION Connecting S-VHS Your Samsung TV can be connected to an S-Video signal fronl an S VHS VCR. (This connection delivers a better picture as compared to a standard VHS VCR.) VCR_ Panel TV Re_ panel Tobegin,fottows'teps _m., *_ _ g;t 7o17::it,e... - Page 19 INSTALLATION Connecting a DVD Player rear paneljacks on your TV make it easy to connect a DVD player to your DVD Ray_ Rear Pane_ _/Rear Panel Connect a set of audio cables between the L. R AUDIO INPUTjacKs on the TV and the AUDIO OUT acksonthe DVD AudloOable 3_aye£...
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Page 20: Connecting A Camcorder
INSTALLATION Connecting a Camcorder The side panel jacks o1-1 your TV make it easy to connect a carncorder to your TM They allow you to vievvrthe camcorder tapes without using a VCR. (Also "Viewil]g a VCR or Camcorder Tape" on page 3.17) Locatethe A/V output _Jl_ jacks on the camcorder,... -
Page 21: Installing Batteries In The Remote Control
INSTALLATION Installing Batteries in the Remote Control Make sure to match the "+" and "-" ends of the batteries with Install tw0 AAA size diagram inside the compartment. batteries_ -.11 Remove the batteries and store them in a cool, dry place if you won't Replace the cover. -
Page 22: Chapter 3: Operation
OPERATION Turning Press the POWERbutton, You can also use the Power button on the fl'ont panel. Plug & Play Feature W'hen the TV is initially powered basic customer settings proceed automatkally subsequently: Setting Auto program, Clock. Press the POWERbutton on the remote control. The message"... - Page 23 OPERATION Press the VOL+or VOL- button to select the desired video signaI Source, Press the MENU button [o enter the vlaeo s gnu Sourcff Blfl [r_en [Re Ant Inpu[ cnec_ _s automatica _yo_sp_ayeo Make sure that the antenna is connected to the [V.
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Page 24: Viewing The Menus And On Screen Displays
OPERATION Viewing Menus On-Screen Displays Viewing Menus The on-screen menus disappear fl'om the screen after about thirty seconds. With the Dower on press the MENU button, The main menu armear_ on me screen Its Ieft side has five icons: Picture, Sound. -
Page 25: Selecting A Menu Language
OPERATION Selecting a Menu Language Press the MENU button to ;1",,,: _ display the menu_ _..Ti,., • Press the CH V button to ..select _Function" then _::;_;_.'_ _" press the VO[ ÷ button. Press the CH V button to selePt Languagel ... -
Page 26: Memorizing The Channels
OPERATION Memorizing Channels Your TV can memorize and store all of the available channels for both "off air" (antenna) and cable channets. After the available channels are memorized, use the CH • and CH • buttons to scan through the channels. This eliminates the need to change channels by entering... - Page 27 OPERATION Storing Channels in Memory (Automatic Method) First, select the correct signal source (ANT, STD, Tune • • tlRC, IRe). see Steps !-4 Video • • on previous page. Press the MENU button, oM_,_ ±so_t _ Moo,, Press the CH V button to select"...
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Page 28: Adding And Erasing Channels (Manual Method)
OPERATION Adding Erasing Channels (Manual Method) Use the number buttons to directly se!ept the channel that will be added O r eEased, Press the ABD/EP.ASE button, Repeatedly pressing this button wiII alternate between "Added" and" Erased," You can view any channel (including an erased channel) -
Page 29: Ac]Justing The Volume
OPERATION Adjusting Volume Press the VO/+ or VOL- buttons to increase or decrease the volume. Using Mute At any time, you can temporarily cut off the sound using the Mute button. Theword Mute" willaPpearinthe ower'eftgnrnerofthescreen. TOturn mute off, press the MUTE button again, or simpIy press either the VUL + or VOL- button. -
Page 30: Setting The Clock
OPERATION Setting Clock Setting the clock is neccessary in order to use the various timer fbatures of the TVI Also, you can check the time while the TVI (_Just press DISPLAY.) watching "Function", thenpress ±s0,0_t _M0o_ the VOL+ button, • i i Press the rot + button, Press the Ctl •... -
Page 31: Customizing The Picture
OPERATION Customizing Picture You can use the on screen menus to change the contrast, brightness, sharpness, color tint according to personal preference. (Alternatively, can use one of' the "automatic" settings. See next page.) 1 iZ ¸¸¸ Press tbe MENU button to Press the VO[ + button to display the menu, display the picture menu. -
Page 32: Using Automatic Picture Settings
OPERATION Using Automatic Picture Settings Yuur TV has two automatic picture settings ("Standard", _MiM" and "Dynamic") that are preset at the factory. You can activate either Standard, Mild or Dynamic by pressing RSTD (or by making a selection from the menu). Or, you can select "Custoln" vvhich automatically recalls your personalized picture settings. - Page 33 OPERATION Customizing Sound The sound settings can be adjusted to suit your personal preference. (Alternatively, can use one of the "automatic" settings. See next page.) Press the MENU button to [i::[is _ [[ display the menu, ..... Vir [ual Dolby Press the CH Y button to _°'_°...
- Page 34 OPERATION Using Automatic Sound Settings Yuur TV has four automatic sound settings ("Standard," "Music," "Movie" and "Speech") that are preset at the factory. Yuu can activate any of them by pressing the S.STD button (or by making a selection from the oil screen menu). Or, you can select "Equalizer," which automatically recalls your personalized sound settings.
- Page 35 OPERATION Viewing a VCR or Camcorder Tape You must select the appropriate mode in order to view the VCR or Camcorder signal on the TV_ Quick way to access the external signal: Simply press the TV/VIDEO button on the remote control. Press tie MENU button m display me menu.
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Page 36: Chapter 4: Special Features
SPECIAL FEATURES Fine Tuning Channels Use fine tuning to manually a¢]just a particular channel for optimal reception. Selectthe appropriate cna_ne i_ _ • Press the MENU put[on m display themenu, Press the CH • button twice to select °Channel men Dress the VOL + bL[- Press the CU •... - Page 37 SPECIAL FEATURES (Low Noise Amplifier) If' the TV is operating in a weak signal area, sometimes the LNA [unction can improve the reception (a low noise preamplifier boosts the incoming signal). Press the MENU button to display the menu_ ....•...
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Page 38: Setting The Blue Screen Mode
SPECIAL FEATURES Setting 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, must set the "Blue screen" mode to "Oil _'. Press the MENU button to <... -
Page 39: Changing The Screen Size
SPECIAL FEATURES Changing Screen Size Press the P.SIZEbutton to change me screen s_ze Wide: Sets the picture to 16:9 wide mode. Panorama : Use this mode fbr the wide aspect ratio of a panoramic picture. Zoom: Magnifies the size of the picture on screen. -
Page 40: Special Sound Options
SPECIAL FEATURES Special Sound Options Choosing a Multi-Channel Sound (MTS) Soundtrack Depending on the particular program being broadcast, can listen to stereo, mono, (SAP a Separate Audio Program. audio is usually a ft;reign language translation. Some times SAP has unrelated information like news or weather.) -
Page 41: Auto Vulume
SPECIAL FEATURES Auto Volume Each broadeasthlg station has its own signal eondRions, and it is inconvenient to adjust the volume every time the channel is changed. "Auto volume" automatically adjusts the volume of the desired channel by lowering the sound output when the modulation hal is high or by raising the sound... -
Page 42: Virtual Dolby
SPECIAL FEATURES Virtual Dolby This feature allows the TV_ L/R speakers to provide a home Theater like Dolby effect. The center and surround sounds are mixed into the L/R speakers. -,11 Quick way to access the Virtual Dolby menu: Simply press the 9:DOLBY button... -
Page 43: Adjusting The Headphone Sound
SPECIAL FEATURES AdJusting Headphone Sound The headphone option is especially useful when simultaneously watching the main screen and the PIP window. -,11 Note: l[eadphones must be purchased separately, Press the MENU button to d!splay the menu_ e,l,,_liz_, • Vi_tu_lDolby Press the CHT button to select ?Sound", then Press the VOL+ button Press the 6HV button to... -
Page 44: Selecting The Headphone Sound
SPECIAL FEATURES Selecting Headphone Sound You can select either Main or Sub when PIP is On. Press the MENU button to diSplay the menu ..• Press the CItY button to _ln_ ,.,TS _ _,i,,_ ,_,r,,,,, press the VOL+ button ±... -
Page 45: Setting The On/Off Timer
SPECIAL FEATURES Setting On/Off Timer -ql Before using the timer you must ¸1¸¸¸¸¸ ¸ set the TV's clock. (See "Setting the Clock" on page 3.{)) Press the MENU button to ;_"';_F display the on-screen • Ti ..• menu. IO i_rl Press the CHV button ... -
Page 46: Setting The Sleep Timer
SPECIAL FEATURES To deactivate the "On time," select "Off" during this step. CH T buttons will alter, hate between on and off,) When finished, press the VOL +buR0n: To set the Off time, press the CFIV button to select "Offtime" Ti[i iiyi Press the VOL ÷... -
Page 47: Viewing Closed Captions
SPECIAL FEATURES Viewing Closed Captions Yuur TV decodes and displays the closed captions that are broadcast with certain TV shows. These captions are usually subtitles for the bearing h]lpaired oi- foreign language trails lations. All VCRs record the closed caption signal from television programs, so home recorded... -
Page 48: Viewing Picture In Picture
SPECIAL FEATURES Viewing Picture-in-Picture You can use the PIP feature to simultaneously to watch two video sources. Activating Picture-in-Picture -_1 Quick way to access the PIP menu: Simply press the PIP button on the remote control. Press the MENU button to _o_,,., •... - Page 49 SPECIAL FEATURES Selecting a Signal Source (External A/V) for PIP For more information about Press the TVNIDE0(PIP) button repeatedly tg cycle through external A/V components and sig- all of the available signaI sources: nals, see "Viewing a VCR or Cam- TV,"_Video ,"...
- Page 50 SPECIAL FEATURES Using the V-Chip The _Chip feature automaticaRy locks out programming that is deemed inappropriate children. The user must first enter a PIN (personal ID number) before any of' the VChip restrictions can be set up or changed. Setting Up Your Personal ID Number...
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Page 51: How To Enable/Disable The Vchip
SPECIAL FEATURES to Enable/Disable V-Chip Press the MENU button to .._ L_n b_g • En i_ • disPlaytbe menu Pressthe CH V button to select" Function", then p_essthe VOL + button, ii i " Press the CH V button to select"... - Page 52 SPECIAL FEATURES Press me CN • button m select "V-oh D ..[ZSZ3 press the VOk+ DUttOn The "Enter pin" screen wili aeoear, Enter your 4_ oNit PIN number. Press the CN • butter [o select "TV Guidelines" LhenDress the VOL+ button -_1 Note: These categories consist...
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Page 53: How To Set Up Restrictions Using The Mpaa Ratings
SPECIAL FEATURES How to set the FV D. L S and V sub-raung_ First. h gnttgnt one of these TV-Ratings: TV-Y7.TV-PG. [V*14 or TV-M._ (See Step 4, on previous page] Next while the TV-Rating s setectea, repeateety press the VOL+button. ] his will cycte m/ougn me avail- aDtesun-raunas IFV.L S. -
Page 54: How To Reset The Tv After The Vchip
SPECIAL FEATURES ¸!3¸¸¸¸¸¸¸¸¸¸¸ : Press the CH • button to then press [he VO] tOn, General audience (no restrictions). Pare_ta! 9_!da_ce >_99ested: Repeatedly press the CH PG:]3!Paren!ss!rong!_caut!oned): .P9:13 • butt0ntoseiectapar_ R (Restricted, Children under 17should F_-I3 • tieular MPAA categ0ry. •... -
Page 55: Chapter 5: Pc Display
PC DISPLAY Using Your as a Computer (PC) Display to Connect Your PC to the Note: This figure Si_O_rS the Standard Connector jack panel. The actual configuration your TV may be different, depending on the model. PC rear TV rear pane] •... - Page 56 (If not, contact your computer manufacturer or Samsung Dealer.) First, click on" Settings" on the Win- dows start menu, While °Settings" is highlighted, move the cursor so that _Control Panel" is highlighted.
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Page 57: Adjusting The Screen Quality
DISPLAY Adjusting Screen Quality The purpose of picture quality adjustment is to remove or reduce picture noise. If the noise is not removed by fine tuning aIone, then do the frequency adjustments to tile utmost and fine tune again. After the noise has been reduced, re adjust the picture so that it is a11gned on the center of screen... -
Page 58: Changing The Screen Position
DISPLAY Changing Screen Position Press the PC button on the remote control to select the PC mode Press me MENU button to d_splay[ne menu Fir. Press the CH • bu[ron [o select" PC". then Dress r, ,, R.,, • the VOL+ button, Press the CH •... -
Page 59: Changing The Screencolor Standard
DISPLAY Changing Screen Color Standard Press the PC button on the remote controi to seiect the PC mode Press the MENU button m disDIaythe menu, _pL_ Press LheCH • button to select"PC men press LheVOL+ buKon. Press the CH • button to setect Color Adjust". - Page 60 DISPLAY Adjusting Screen Color Settings Press the PC button on the remote control to select the PC mode. Press the MENU button to dBplay me men_. B-ess the CU • button select"PC men Dress r, ,, R.,, • the VOL + button, Dress the 6U •...
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Page 61: Identifying Problems
TROUBLESttOOTING If the TV seems to have a problem, first try this list of possible problems and solutions. If none of' these troubleshooting tips apply, call your nearest service center. Identifying Problems Problem Possible Solulion Poor picture Try anotber channel. Adjust tbe antenna. -
Page 62: Chapter 6: Troubleshooting
TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Possible Solution "Not Supported Mode!" rues- Check the maximum resolution and the frequency of' sage. the video Adapter. Compare these values with the data in the Display Modes Timing Chart. The image is too light or too Adjust the Brighmess and Contrast. dark. -
Page 63: Appendix
APPENDIX Display Modes If the signal from the system equals the standard signal mode, the screen is adjusted automatical[]< If the signal from the system doesn't equal the standard signal mode, adjust the mode by referring to your Videocard user guide; otherwise there may be no video. - Page 64 APPENDIX Installing VESA compliant mounting devices Refer to page A.3 to remove the base. Rear cover Mounting Align the mourldng irlterfhce pad with the holes in the rear cover mounting pad and sectn_ it with the Iotn screws that come wit]q the algl type base, wai] motlYK hanger oi¸...
- Page 65 APPENDIX Attaching a Wall or Arm mounting device 'File TV supports VESA mounting standard for use with various VESA mounthlg devkes. install VESA mounting device, please follow instructions given. <B> <A> Lay the LCD IV face-down on a ftt surface with a cushion or o[ner soft materials to {_ro[ect me screen...
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Page 66: Retractable Stand
APPENDIX Retractable Stand Note: The maximum tilt angle is ]5 degrees in the backward direction. Please do not tilt the TV outside the specified range• Using excessive force to tilt the TV/Monitor cause permanent damage mechanical part of the stand. Using Anti-Theft Kensington... -
Page 67: Pin Assignments
APPENDIX Assignments Pin D Sub Connection £ Separate Green Blue GND- _ND-Sync G ND HSync VSync r0DC£eu_ -Red -Green BItJe ;onnec_ion Se]lTes{ ..SPA ..SCL Cleaning Maintaining Your With proper care, your TV unit will give you many years of"service. Please follow these guidelines to get the maximum performance... -
Page 68: Specifications
APPENDIX .Specifications LTM1575W LTM1775W Panel Size DispIay 150< Diagonal 17.0< Diagonal Size ]9pe Pixel 334 08(H) X 200.448(V)mrn 370 56(H) X 222.336(V)mrn TI?T active matrix TI?T active matrix Angle 0.261(H) X 0.261 IV)ram 0.2895(H) X 0.2895IV)ram 75/75/60/60 (L/R/U/D) 75/75/60/60 (L/R/U/D) *Frequency Horizontal 30-61 kIIz... - Page 69 S_sung El_-t_ _edca inc. 105 Cha|lenser Road, Rtdge_e_dPaL'k,N.J. 07660 SERVICE DIVISION'. TEL" 1-800-SAMSUNG (1-800-726-786_} BN68-_248E.-00(ENG')