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Contact SAMSUNG WORLDWIDE If you have any questions or comments relating to Samsung products, please contact the SAMSUNG customer care centre. Country Customer Care Centre REPUBLIC OF IRELAND 0818 717 100 0870-SAMSUNG(726-7864) Web Site www.samsung.com/ie www.samsung.com/uk BN68-01182K-00 LCD TV LE22S8 Owner’s Instructions...
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IMPORTANT: Image retention issues are not covered by your Samsung® warranty. • Do not display a still image on the LCD panel for more than 2 hours as it can cause screen image retention.
Contents CONNECTING AND PREPARING YOuR TV List of Parts ... 3 Installing the Stand ... 3 Installing the Wall Mount Kit ... 3 Viewing the Control Panel... 4 Viewing the Connection Panel ... 5 Viewing the Remote Control ... 7 ...
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uSING ThE DTV FEATuRE Previewing the DTV Menu System ... 31 Updating the Channel List Automatically ... 32 Updating the Channel List Manually ... 32 Editing Your Favourite Channels ... 33 Selecting Channel List ... 35 ...
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.
Viewing the Control Panel The product colour and shape may vary depending on the model. 1 SOuRCE Toggles between all the available input sources (TV, Ext., AV, S-Video, Component, PC, HDMI, DTV). In the on-screen menu, use this button as you use the ENTER/OK button on the remote control.
Viewing the Connection Panel DVI IN Power Input The product colour and shape may vary depending on the model. 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. 1 Connecting Set-Top Box, VCR or DVD Connector Video...
Supported modes for HDMI/DVI and Component 480i HDMI/DVI 50Hz HDMI/DVI 60Hz Component - The HDMI/DVI IN jack support PC connection. 3 Connecting Computer - Connect the D- Sub cable (optional) to "PC (PC IN)" on the rear of your set and the other end to the Video Card of your computer.
Viewing the Remote Control 1 Selects a target device to be controlled by the Samsung remote control (TV, DVD, STB, CABLE, VCR) (Refer to page 47~50) 2 Television Standby button 3 Number buttons for direct channel access 4 One/Two-digit channel selection 5 It display "Channel List"...
Installing Batteries in the Remote Control 1. Lift the cover at the back of the remote control upward as shown in the figure. 2. Install two AAA size batteries. Make sure to match the "+" and "–" ends of the batteries with the diagram inside the compartment.
Plug & Play When the TV is initially powered on, several basic settings proceed automatically and subsequently. The following settings are available. Any functions related to Digital TV (DVB) will only work in coun- tries or areas where DVB-T (MPEG2) digital terrestrial signals are broadcasted.
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/OK button. 2. Press the ENTER/OK button again, to select "Plug & Play". .
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.
Setting the Channel lists Set the channels according to your preference. You can easily delete, add or lock the channel you want. 1. Press the MENu button to display the menu. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select "Channel", then press the ENTER/OK button.
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/OK button.
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 ▲...
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 ENTER/OK button, to select "Picture". 2. Press the ENTER/OK button again to select "Mode". .
Changing the Colour Tone You can select the most comfortable colour tone to your eyes. 1. To select the desired picture effect, follow the "Changing the Picture Standard" instructions number 1 to 3. (On page 15) 2. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select "Colour Tone", then press the ENTER/OK button.
Configuring Detailed Settings on the Picture You can set detailed picture settings. 1. Press the MENu button to display the menu. 2. Press the ENTER/OK button, to select "Picture". . Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select "Detailed Settings", then press the ENTER/OK button.
Changing the Picture Size You can select the picture size which best corresponds to your viewing requirements. 1. Press the MENu button to display the menu. Press the ENTER/OK button, to select "Picture". 2. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select "Size", then press the ENTER/OK button.
Freezing the Current Picture Press the STIll button to freeze a moving picture into a still one. Press again to cancel. Selecting the Screen Mode When setting the picture size to Auto Wide in a 1: wide TV, you can determine the picture size you want to see the : WSS (Wide Screen Service) image or nothing.
Digital NR / Active Colour / DNIe If the broadcast signal received by your TV is weak, you can activate the Digital Noise Reduction feature to help reduce any static and ghosting that may appear on the screen. 1. Press the MENu button to display the menu. Press the ENTER/OK button, to select “Picture”.
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 while watching the main picture. 1.
hDMI Black level You can directly select the black level on the screen to adjust the screen depth. 1. Press the MENu button to display the menu. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select "Setup", then press the ENTER/OK button. 2.
Adjusting the Sound Settings The sound settings can be adjusted to suit your personal preferences. 1. Press the MENu button to display the menu. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select "Sound", then press the ENTER/OK button. 2. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select "Equalizer", then press the ENTER/OK button.
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. When you insert the head set jack into the corresponding port, you can not operate "Internal Mute"...
Selecting the Internal Mute If you want to hear the sound through separate speakers, cancel the internal amplifier. 1. Press the MENu button to display the menu. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select "Sound", then press the ENTER/OK button. 2.
Resetting the Sound Settings to the Factory Defaults If "Game Mode" is On, the Reset Sound function is activated (Refer to page 2). Selecting the Reset function after setting the equalizer resets the equalizer setting to the factory defaults. 1. Press the MENu button to display the menu. Press the ▲...
Setting the Sleep Timer You can select a time period of between 0 and 10 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/OK button.
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/OK button.
Setting the Blue Screen Mode / Selecting the Melody 1. Press the MENu button to display the menu. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select "Setup", then press the ENTER/OK button. 2. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select "Blue Screen" or "Melody". Press the ENTER/OK 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 ▲ or ▼ button to select "Input", then press the ENTER/OK button. 2. Press the ENTER/OK button again, to select "Source List". When no external device is connected to your set, only "TV", "Ext.", "DTV"...
Previewing the DTV Menu System The company does not guarantee the normal operation of the DTV menu for countries other than the 6 supported countries (United Kingdom, Germany, France, Italy, Spain, Austria) because only these country standards are supported. In addition, when the country of the broadcast stream differs from the country selected by the current user, the string appearing in the channel banner, Info, Guide, Channel...
updating the Channel list Automatically You can update the channel list when the broadcaster adds new Services or if you move the TV to a new location. 1. Press the D.MENu button to display the DTV menu. 2. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select "Channel", then press the ENTER/OK button.
Editing Your Favourite Channels You can edit your favourite channels using the four colour buttons. 1. Press the D.MENu button to display the DTV menu. 2. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select "Channel", then press the ENTER/OK button. .
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Renumber (depending on the country) 1. Press the D.MENu button to display the DTV menu. 2. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select "Channel", then press the ENTER/OK button. . Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select "Edit Favourite Channels", then press the ENTER/OK button.
Selecting Channel list You can exclude the channels you have chosen from the channels you have 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.
Viewing the EPG (Electronic Programme Guide) Information The EPG (Electronic Programme Guide) information is provided by the broadcasters. Programme entries may appear blank or out of date as a result of the information broadcast on a given channel. The display will dynamically update as soon as new information becomes available.
using the Scheduled list If you make a scheduled viewing list of programs you may like to see, the channel will be automatically switched to the scheduled program at the scheduled time even if you are watching another program. 1. Press the D.MENu button to display the DTV menu. 2.
Viewing All Channels and Favourite Channels In the EPG menu, you can display all channels or favourite channels. 1. Press the D.MENu button to display the DTV menu. 2. Press the ENTER/OK button again, to select "Guide". . Select the your required guide ("Now & Next Guide" or "Full Guide") by pressing the ▲...
Setting up the Parental lock This feature allows you to prevent unauthorized users, such as children, from watching unsuitable programmes by a -digit PIN (Personal Identification Number) code that is defined by the user. The on-screen menu will instruct you to assign a PIN code (you can change it later, if necessary).
Setting the Subtitle You can activate and deactivate the subtitles. 1. Press the D.MENu button to display the DTV menu. 2. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select "Setup", then press the ENTER/OK button. . Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select "Subtitle ", then press the ENTER/OK button.
Viewing Product Information You can view your product information. For service or repair, please contact a Samsung approved dealer. 1. Press the D.MENu button to display the DTV menu. 2. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select "Setup", then press the ENTER/OK button.
Checking the Signal Information You can get information about the signal status. 1. Press the D.MENu button to display the DTV menu. 2. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select "Setup", then press the ENTER/OK button. . Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select "System", then press the ENTER/OK button.
Viewing Common Interface This contains information on CAM inserted in the CI slot and displays it. 1. Press the D.MENu button to display the DTV menu. 2. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select "Setup", then press the ENTER/OK button. .
Resetting You can reset the values stored to the factory default values. The Reset operation deletes all channel information and user preferences returning all values to their default factory state. 1. Press the D.MENu button to display the DTV menu. 2.
Preference This menu consists of sub-menus: Primary Subtitle language, Secondary Subtitle language, Primary Audio language, Secondary Audio language, Primary Teletext language and Secondary Teletext language. Using this feature, users can select one of the languages (English, German, Italian, Swedish, French, Welsh, Gaelic, Irish, Danish, Finnish, Norwegian, Spanish, Czech and Greek).
Teletext Feature Most television stations provide written information services via teletext. The index page of the teletext service gives you information on how to use the service. In addition, you can select various options to suit your requirements by using the remote control buttons.
The teletext pages are organized according to six categories: Part Contents Selected page number. Broadcasting channel identity. Current page number or search indications. Date and time. Text. Status information. FASTEXT information. Teletext information is often divided between several pages displayed in sequence, which can be accessed by: ...
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.
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 frequency as best as possible (coarse) and Fine-tune again.
Setting the home Theatre PC You can view higher quality pictures by configuring the screen settings in PC Mode. If you set the "home Theatre PC" function to On, you can configure the "Detail Settings" (when Picture Mode is set to Standard or Movie) as in PC Mode. 1.
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 dif- fer from the illustration depending on the manufacturer. Please refer to the manual provided with the Kensington lock for proper use.
Technical and Environmental Specifications Model Name Screen Size (Diagonal) PC Resolution Sound Output Dimension (WxDxh) Body With stand Weight With stand Environmental Considerations Operating Temperature Operating Humidity Storage Temperature Storage Humidity Design and specifications are subject to change without prior notice. This device is a Class B digital apparatus.
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Warning! Important Safety Instructions Please read the appropriate section that corresponds to the marking on your Samsung product before attempting to install the product. CAuTION RISK OF ElECTRIC ShOCK DO NOT OPEN CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK).
LETTER E OR BY THE EARTH SYMBOL Warranty Card 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.
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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.