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Page 1 E-MANUAL imagine the possibilities Thank you for purchasing this Samsung product. To receive more complete service, please register your product at www.samsung.com/register Model _____________ Serial No. _____________...
Page 2: Table Of Contents
Contents Channel Menu Preference Features Other Information • Using the INFO button (Now & Next guide) 1 • Network Menu • Analogue Channel Teletext Feature for LCD 550 series and above • Using Channel menu (Watch TV) • System Menu • Anti-theft Kensington Lock • Schedule Manager • Support Menu...
Page 3: Using The Info Button (Now & Next Guide)
❑ Using the INFO button (Now & Next guide) The display identifies the current channel and the status of certain audio-video settings. The Now & Next guide shows daily TV programme information for each channel according to the broadcasting time. ●...
Page 4: Using Channel Menu (Watch Tv)
❑ Using Channel menu (Watch TV) MENUm → → → ENTERE Support Contents Home Press the CONTENT button to select Watch TV, then select the desired menu. Each screen will be displayed. Guide ■ The EPG (Electronic Programme Watch TV Guide) information is provided by broadcasters.
Page 5 Using Guide Guide 19:10 Tue 1 Jun DTV Air 800 five Home and Away 19:00 - 19:30 Drama Dani is devastated when scott makes clear his views on marriage... 800 five Channel View - All Today 18:00 - 19:00 19:00 - 20:00 American Chopper Tine Team Discovery...
Page 6: Schedule Manager
Red (Sche.Mgr): Moves to the reserved programmes in Schedule Manager. Green (-24 Hour): Viewing the list of programmes to be broadcasted before 24 hours. Yellow (+24 Hours): Viewing the list of programmes to be broadcasted after 24 hours. Blue (Ch. Mode): Select the type of channels you want to display on the Channel List...
Page 7: Schedule Manager
Schedule Manager ■ Cancel or set the Timer Viewing to display the channel you want at the intended time. Using Timer Viewing You can set a desired channel to be displayed automatically at the intended time. Set the current time first to use this function. Press the ENTERE button to add programme to schedule manually.
Page 8 ● Repeat: Select Once, Manual, Sat~Sun, Mon~Fri Everyday to set at your convenience. If you select Manual, you can set the day you want. The (c) mark indicates the day you’ve selected. ● Date: You can set the desired date. It is available when you select Once in Repeat.
Page 9: Channel List
Channel List ■ You can view channel information, All, Channel List TV, Radio, Data/Other, Analogue TV#6 Favourites 1-5. The Spo... BBC ONE glogal News Pardon... When you press the CH LIST Real Sp... button on the remote control, The Daily Pros vs.
Page 10 Favourites 1-5 will be displayed when you set Add to Favourites. If you want to view favourite channels you added, press the CH LIST button and use L (Ch.Mode) button to move Favourites 1-5. Using the remote control buttons with the Channel List.
Page 11 ● (Watch / Information): Watches the channel you select. / Displays details of the selected programme. ● k (Page): Move to next or previous page. Channel Status Display Icons Icon Operations An analogue channel. A reserved programme. ◀ ▶ A locked channel. English...
Page 12: Channel List
How to use Timer Viewing in Channel List (digital channels only) When you set the Timer Viewing Channel List, you can only set the programme in Programme View. Press the CH LIST button, then select a desired digital channel. Press the (Programme View) button.
Page 13: Channel Manager
Channel Manager ■ You can edit the channel to your preference. ● ) Channels: Shows the channel Channel Manager 1/2 page Selected items: 4 Channel number list according to the channel type. ● Favourites 1-5: Shows favourites channels. Using the colour buttons with the Channel Manager.
Page 14 Channel Status Display Icons Icon Operations An analogue channel. A channel selected. A channel set as a favourite. A locked channel. Displays the Channel Manager option menu. ◀ ▶ English...
Page 15 Channel Manager Option Menu Set each channel using the Channel Manager menu options (Watch, Add to Favourites/Edit Favourites, Lock/Unlock, Edit Channel Name/Edit Channel All). Option menu items may differ depending Number, Delete, Select All/Deselect on the channel status. Select a channel and press the TOOLS button. Select a function and change its settings.
Page 16 ● Watch: Watch the selected channel. ● Add to Favourites/Edit Favourites: Set channels you watch frequently as favourites. Add or Delete the selected channel in Favourites 1-5. Select the Add to Favourites/Edit Favourites, then press the ENTERE button. If the channel is already added to favourite channel, Edit Favourites will be shown.
Page 17 ● Lock/Unlock: Lock a channel so that the channel cannot be selected and viewed. NOTE ● This function is available only when the is set to On. Channel Lock ● The PIN input screen appears. Enter your 4-digit PIN, the default of which is “0-0-0-0”.
Page 18: Channel List
● Delete: You can delete a channel to display the channels you want. ● Deselect All: Deselect all the selected channels. You can only select Deselect All when one or more channels are selected. ● Select All: Select all the channels in the channel list ◀...
Page 19: Retuning Channels
❑ Retuning Channels MENUm → → ENTERE Channel Country ■ (depending on the country) Select your country so that the TV can correctly auto-tune the broadcasting channels. The PIN input screen appears. Enter your 4 digit PIN number. The default PIN number is “0-0-0-0.”...
Page 20: Auto Tuning
Auto Tuning ■ (depending on the country) Scans for a channel automatically and stores in the TV. Automatically allocated programme numbers may not correspond to actual or desired programme numbers. If a channel is locked, the PIN input window appears. ●...
Page 21: Channel List
Manual Tuning ■ Scans for a channel manually and stores in the TV. If a channel is locked, the PIN input window appears. According to channel source, Manual Tuning may be supported. ● Digital Channel Tuning (Channel, Frequency, Bandwidth): When scanning has finished, channels are updated in the channel list.
Page 22 Channel mode ● (aerial channel mode) / (cable channel mode): These two modes allow you to select a channel by entering the assigned number for each aerial broadcasting station or cable channel. Edit Channel Number (Disable / Enable) ■ When this option is enabled, you can edit channel number. But you cannot update channel information.
Page 23: Fine Tune
Fine Tune ■ (analogue channels only) If the signal is weak or distorted, fine tune the channel manually. Fine tuned channels are marked with an asterisk “*”. To reset the fine-tuning, select Reset. ◀ ▶ English...
Page 24: Channel List
Transfer Channel List ■ Imports or exports the channel map. You should connect a USB storage to use this function. The PIN number input screen appears. Enter your 4 digit PIN number. The default PIN number of a new TV set is ‘0-0-0-0’. ●...
Page 25: Picture Menu
❑ Changing the Preset Picture Mode MENUm → → → ENTERE Picture Picture Mode Picture Mode ■ Select your preferred picture type. When connecting a PC, you can only make changes to the Entertain Standard. ● Dynamic: Suitable for a bright room. ●...
Page 26: Adjusting Picture Settings
❑ Adjusting Picture Settings Samsung MagicAngle ■ for LCD 400(19”, 22”), 450(22”) Model MENUm → → → ENTERE Picture Samsung MagicAngle Adjust screen viewing Angle to optimize screen quality according to your viewing position. ● Samsung MagicAngle: When viewing the screen at an angle from below or bove by setting the appropriate mode for each position you can obtain a similar picture quality as viewing the screen directly from the front.
Page 27 Backlight / Contrast / Brightness / Sharpness / Colour / Tint (G/ ■ MENUm → → → ENTERE Picture Backlight Your television has several setting options for picture quality control. NOTE ● In analogue TV, modes of the PAL system, the Tint (G/R) function is not available.
Page 28: Screen Adjustment
Screen Adjustment ■ MENUm → → → ENTERE Picture Screen Adjustment Set the various picture options such as picture size and aspect ratio. ● Picture Size: Your cable box/satellite receiver may have its own set of screen sizes as well. However, we highly recommend you use 16:9 mode most of the time.
Page 29 4:3: Sets the picture to basic (4:3) mode. Do not watch in 4:3 format for a long time. Traces of borders displayed on the left, right and centre of the screen may cause image retention (screen burn) which are not covered by the warranty. Fit: Displays the full image without any cut-off when HDMI (720p / Screen 1080i / 1080p) or Component (1080i / 1080p) signals are inputted.
Page 30 ● Position: Adjust the picture position. It is only available in Screen Fit Wide Zoom. ● : Adjust the picture position. It is only available in Zoom. Zoom/Position NOTE ● After selecting in HDMI (1080i / 1080p) or Component (1080i Screen Fit / 1080p) mode, you may need to centre the picture: Press the ▲...
Page 31 ● The available items may differ depending on the selected mode. ● When connecting a PC, only 16:9 modes can be adjusted. ● Settings can be adjusted and stored for each external device connected to an input on the TV. ●...
Page 32 ● PC Screen Adjustment It is available in mode. Fine: Removes or reduces picture noise. If the noise is not removed Coarse / by Fine-tuning alone, then adjust the frequency as best as possible (Coarse) and Fine-tune again. After the noise has been reduced, readjust the picture so that it is aligned to the centre of screen.
Page 33: Auto Adjustment
Depending on the version of Windows and the video card, the actual screens on your PC may differ in which case the same basic set-up information will almost always be applied. (If not, contact your computer manufacturer or Samsung Dealer.) English...
Page 34 Click on “Control Panel” on the Windows start menu. Click on “Appearance and Themes” in the “Control Panel” window and a display dialog-box will appear. Click on “Display” and a display dialog box will appear. Navigate to the “Settings” tab on the display dialog-box. ●...
Page 35: Changing The Picture Options
❑ Changing the Picture Options Advanced Settings ■ MENUm → → → ENTERE Picture Advanced Settings (available in mode) Standard / Movie Advanced Settings You can adjust the detailed setting for the ► screen including colour and contrast. Black Tone : Off Dynamic Contrast : Medium...
Page 36 ● Dynamic Contrast (Off / Low / Medium / High): Adjust the screen contrast. ● Shadow Detail: Increase the brightness of dark images. ● Gamma: Adjust the primary colour intensity. ● RGB Only Mode (Off / Red / Green / Blue): Displays the Red, Green and Blue colour for making fine adjustments to the hue and saturation.
Page 37 ● White Balance: Adjust the colour temperature for a more natural picture. B-Offset: Adjust each colour’s (red, green, blue) R-Offset / G-Offset / darkness. R-Gain / G-Gain / B-Gain: Adjust each colour’s (red, green, blue) brightness. Reset: Resets the White Balance to it’s default settings.
Page 38: Picture Options
Picture Options ■ MENUm → → → ENTERE Picture Picture Options When connecting a PC, you can only Picture Options make changes to the Colour Tone. Colour Tone : Standard ► ● Digital Noise Filter : Auto Colour Tone (Cool / Standard / MPEG Noise Filter : Auto Warm1 / Warm2)
Page 39 ● Digital Noise Filter (Off / Low / Medium / High / Auto / Auto Visualisation): If the broadcast signal received by your TV is weak, you can activate the Digital Noise Filter feature to reduce any static and ghosting that may appear on the screen.
Page 40 ● HDMI Black Level (Low / Normal): Selects the black level on the screen to adjust the screen depth. Available only in mode (RGB signals). HDMI ● Auto2): Sets the TV to automatically sense and Film Mode (Off / Auto1 / process film signals from all sources and adjust the picture for optimum quality.
Page 41 Reset Picture (OK / Cancel) ■ Resets your current picture mode to its default settings. ◀ ▶ English...
Page 42: Changing The Preset Sound Mode
❑ Changing the Preset Sound Mode MENUm → → → ENTERE Sound Sound Mode Sound Mode ■ ● Standard: Selects the normal sound mode. ● Music: Emphasizes music over voices. ● Movie: Provides the best sound for movies. ● Clear Voice: Emphasizes voices over other sounds.
Page 43: Sound Effect
❑ Sound Systems, Etc. MENUm → → ENTERE Sound Sound Effect ■ (standard sound mode only) Use the up and down arrow keys to select an option, and then press ENTERE. ● SRS TruSurround HD (Off / On) This function provides a virtual 5.1 channel surround sound experience through a pair of speakers using HRTF (Head Related Transfer Function) ◀...
Page 44 ● Equalizer Use Equalizer to customize sound setting for each speaker. Balance: Adjusts the balance between the right and left speaker. (Bandwidth Adjustment): Adjusts the 100Hz / 300Hz / 1kHz / 3kHz / 10kHz level of specific bandwidth frequencies. Reset: Resets the equalizer to its default settings. Speaker Select is set to External Speaker, Sound Effect...
Page 45: Broadcast Audio Options
Broadcast Audio Options ■ ● Audio Language (digital channels only) Change the default value for audio languages. The available language may differ depending on the broadcast. ● Audio Format (digital channels only) When sound is emitted from both the main speaker and the audio receiver, ◀...
Page 46 ● Audio Description (not available in all locations) (digital channels only) This function handles the Audio Stream for the AD (Audio Description) which is sent along with the Main audio from the broadcaster. On): Turn the audio description function on or Audio Description (Off / off.
Page 47 Additional Setting ■ ● DTV Audio Level (MPEG / HE-AAC): (digital channels only) This function allows you to reduce the disparity of a voice signal (which is one of the signals received during a digital TV broadcast) to a desired level. According to the type of broadcast signal, MPEG / HE-AAC can be...
Page 48 ● SPDIF Output: SPDIF (Sony Philips Digital InterFace) is used to provide digital sound, reducing interference going to speakers and various digital devices such as a DVD player. Audio Format: You can select the Digital Audio output (SPDIF) format. The available Digital Audio output (SPDIF) format may differ depending on the input source.
Page 49 ● Dolby Digital Comp (Line / RF): This function minimizes signal disparity between a dolby digital signal and a voice signal (i.e. MPEG Audio, HE-AAC, ATV Sound). Select Line to obtain dynamic sound, and to reduce the difference between loud and soft sounds at night time. Line: Set the output level for signals greater or less than -31dB (reference) to either -20dB or -31dB.
Page 50: Speaker Settings
Speaker Settings ■ ● Speaker Select (External Speaker / TV Speaker) A sound echo may occur due to a difference in decoding speed between the main speaker and the audio receiver. In this case, set the TV to External Speaker. When Speaker Select is set to...
Page 51 ● Auto Volume (Off / Normal / Night) To equalize the volume level on each channel, set to Normal. Night: This mode provides an improved sound experience compared to Normal mode, making almost no noise. It is useful at night. To use the volume control on the source device connected to the TV, Auto Volume on the TV.
Page 52 Reset Sound (OK / Cancel) ■ Resets your current sound mode to its default settings. ◀ ▶ English...
Page 53 ❑ Selecting the Sound Mode t DUAL I-II → ENTERE When you set to Dual I-II, the current sound mode is displayed on the screen. Audio Type Dual I-II Default Mono Mono Automatic change A2 Stereo Stereo ↔ Stereo Mono Dual ↔...
Page 54: Network Menu For Lcd 550 Series And Above
❑ Setting the Network for LCD 550 series and above Network Settings ■ MENUm → → → ENTERE Network Network Settings Set the network connection to use AllShare™ and perform software upgrade. Network Status ■ MENUm → → → ENTERE Network Network Status You can check the current network and Internet status.
Page 55: Connecting To A Wired Network
❑ Connecting to a Wired Network You can attach your TV to your LAN using cable in three ways: ● You can attach your TV to your LAN by connecting the LAN port on the back of your TV to an external modem using a LAN cable. See the diagram below. TV Rear Panel External Modem The Modem Port on the Wall...
Page 56 ● You can attach your TV to your LAN by connecting the LAN port on the back of your TV to a IP Sharer which is connected to an external modem. Use LAN cable for the connection. See the diagram below. TV Rear Panel The Modem Port on the Wall External Modem...
Page 57 ● Depending on how your network is configured, you may be able to attach your TV to your LAN by connecting the LAN port on the back of your TV directly to a network wall outlet using a LAN cable. See the diagram below. Note that the wall outlet is attached to a modem or router elsewhere in your house.
Page 58 ● If you have a Dynamic Network, you should use an ADSL modem or router that supports Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP). Modems and routers that support DHCP automatically provide the IP address, subnet mask, gateway, and DNS values your TV needs to access the Internet so you do not have to enter them manually.
Page 59 ■ Network Setup (Auto) Use the Automatic Network Setup when connecting your TV to a network that supports DHCP. To set up your TV’s cable network connection automatically, follow these steps: How to set up automatically Go to Network Settings screen.
Page 60 If it fails to set automatically, check Network Settings Wired network and Internet connection completed. the connection of LAN port. MAC Address 00:40:30:30:20:10 IP Address 192.168.10.21 If you cannot find network Subnet Mask 255.255.255.0 Gateway 192.168.10.1 connection values or if you want DNS Server 203.248.252.2 to set connection manually, set it...
Page 61 ■ Network Setup (Manual) Use the Manual Network Setup when connecting your TV to a network that requires a Static IP address. Getting the Network Connection Values To get the Network connection values on most Windows computers, follow these steps: Right click the Network icon on the bottom right of the screen.
Page 62 How to set up manually To set up your TV’s cable network connection manually, follow these steps: Follow Steps 1 through 2 in the “How to set up automatically” procedure. Select the IP Setting on network connection screen. IP Mode to Manual.
Page 63 Enter the Mask, Gateway, and values. Address, Subnet DNS Server Use the number buttons on your remote to enter numbers and the arrow buttons to move from one entry field to another. When done, select the OK. The network connection screen appears, and network setting is done. ◀...
Page 64: Connecting To A Wireless Network
LCD 550 series and above To connect your TV to your network wireless, you need a wireless router or modem and a Samsung Wireless LAN Adapter (WIS09ABGN, WIS09ABGN2, WIS10ABGN), which you connect to your TV’s back or side panel USB port. See the illustration below.
Page 65 Samsung’s Wireless LAN adapter is sold separately and is offered by select retailers and Ecommerce sites. Samsung’s Wireless LAN adapter supports the IEEE 802.11a/b/g and n communication protocols. Samsung recommends using IEEE 802.11n. When you play video over a network connection, the video may not be played smoothly.
Page 66 ● To use a wireless network, your TV must be connected to a wireless IP sharer (either a router or a modem). If the wireless IP sharer supports DHCP, your TV can use a DHCP or static IP address to connect to the wireless network.
Page 67 If Pure High-throughput (Greenfield) 802.11n mode is selected and the Encryption type is set to WEP, TKIP or TKIP AES (WPS2Mixed) for your wireless router, Samsung TVs will not support a connection in compliance with new Wi-Fi certification specifications. ●...
Page 68 If your router, modem, or device is not certified, it may not connect to the TV via the “Samsung Wireless LAN Adapter.” ● Ensure the TV is turned off before you connect the Samsung Wireless LAN Adapter. ● Connection Methods: You can setup the wireless network connection on five ways.
Page 69 The picture may appear corrupted or have static for some channels when the TV is connected to the Samsung Wireless LAN Adapter. In such a case, establish a connection using one of the following methods or connect the Samsung Wireless LAN Adapter using a USB cable in a place that is not affected by radio interference.
Page 70 Connect the extension cable to the USB 1 (HDD) port. Connect the extension cable and Samsung ◀ ▶ Wireless LAN Adapter. Attach the Samsung Wireless LAN Adapter to the back of the TV near the top, using double-sided adhesive tape. English...
Page 71 ■ Network Setup (Auto) Most wireless networks have an optional security system that requires devices that access the network to transmit an encrypted security code called an Access or Security Key. The Security Key is based on a Pass Phrase, typically a word or a series of letters and numbers of a specified length you were asked to enter when you set up security for your wireless network.
Page 72 Select the Wireless(general). Network Settings Select a network connection type. The Network function searches Wired for available wireless networks. When done, it displays a list of Wireless (general) the available networks. Set up wireless network by selecting your Access WPS(PBC) Point.
Page 73 If the wireless router has security, Network Settings enter the Security key(Security or Enter security key. 0 entered PIN), then select Done. When you enter the Security key(Security or PIN), use ▲/▼/◄ /► buttons on your Delete Space Done remote to select number/ characters.
Page 74 ■ Network Setup (Manual) Use the Manual Network Setup when connecting your TV to a network that requires a Static IP address. Getting the Network Connection Values To get the Network connection values on most Windows computers, follow these steps: Right click the Network icon on the bottom right of the screen.
Page 75 How to set up manually To set up your TV’s cable network connection manually, follow these steps: Follow Steps 1 through 7 in the “How to set up automatically” procedure. Select the IP Settings on network connection screen. IP Mode to Manual.
Page 76 ■ Network Setup (WPS(PBC)) How to set up using WPS(PBC) If your router has a WPS(PBC) button, follow these steps: Go to Network Settings screen. To enter it, follow the directions of Network Settings. Select the WPS(PBC). Network Settings Select a network connection type. Press the WPS(PBC) button on your router within 2 minutes.
Page 77 ■ Network Setup (One Foot Connection) One Foot connection make you easy to connect samsung TV and samsung wireless router by placing samsung wireless router within 1foot(25cm) from samsung TV. If your wireless router does not support One Foot Connection, you must connect using one of the other methods.
Page 78 One Foot Connection. Network Settings Select a network connection type. Place the wireless router in parallel Wired with the Samsung Wireless LAN Adapter giving a gap no larger Wireless (general) than 25cm. Connect to wireless network automatically if your WPS(PBC) wireless router supports One Foot Connection.
Page 79 ■ Network Setup (Ad-Hoc) You can connect to a mobile device supporting Ad-hoc without an wireless router through the “Samsung Wireless LAN Adapter”. When connecting mobile device, you can use files on device. How to connect to new Ad-hoc Go to Network Settings screen.
Page 80 Input the generated into the Network Name (SSID) Security Key device you want to connect. If network does not operate normally, check the Network Name (SSID) Security key again. An incorrect Security key may cause a malfunction. If a device is connected once, it is displayed in Network Setting list. When you connect it again, you can find it in network setting list.
Page 81 The internet connection may fail because of a firewall problem. If this is the case, contact your Internet service provider. If you cannot connect to the Internet even after you have followed the procedures of your Internet service provider, please contact Samsung Electronics. English...
Page 82: System Menu
❑ Setting the Time MENUm → → → ENTERE System Time Time ■ The current time will appear every time you press the INFO button. ● Clock: Setting the clock is for using various timer features of the TV. If you disconnect the power cord, you have to set the clock again. Clock Mode: Set up the current time manually or automatically.
Page 83 – Manual: Set the current time manually. Depending on the broadcast station and signal, the auto time set up may not be correct. In this case, set the time manually. Set: Set the manually. Clock Day, Month, Year, Hour Minute Available only when Clock Mode is set to Manual.
Page 84: Using The Sleep Timer
❑ Using the Sleep Timer MENUm → → → → ENTERE System Time Sleep Timer ● Sleep Timer t: Automatically shuts off the TV after a preset period of time. (30, 60, 90, 120, 150 and 180 minutes). To cancel Timer, select Off.
Page 85 – Setup: Select Off, Once, Everyday, Mon~Fri, Mon~Sat, Sat~Sun Manual to set at your convenience. If you select Manual, you can set up the day you want to activate the timer. The c mark indicates the day you’ve selected. – Time: Set the hour, minute.
Page 86 NOTE ● If there is no music file on the USB device or the folder containing a music file is not selected, the Timer function does not operate correctly. ● When there is only one photo file in the USB device, the Slide Show will not play.
Page 87 ● Off Timer 1 / Off Timer 2 / Off Timer Off Timer 1 3: Three different off timer settings Setup can be made. You must set the clock Once first. Off Time Setup: Select Off, Once, Everyday, Mon~Fri, Mon~Sat, Sat~Sun Manual to set at you convenience.
Page 88 ❑ Locking Programme MENUm → → → ENTERE System Security Security ■ The PIN input screen appears before the setup screen. Enter your 4-digit PIN, the default of which is “0-0-0-0”. Change the PIN using the Change PIN option. ● Channel Lock (Off / On): Lock channels in Channel Manager, to prevent unauthorized users, such as children, from watching unsuitable programme.
Page 89 ● Only available when the Input source is set to TV. ● (depending on the country): Prevent unauthorized Program Rating Lock users, such as children, from watching unsuitable programme with a user- defined 4-digit PIN code. If the selected channel is locked, the “\” symbol will be displayed.
Page 90 ❑ Picture In Picture (PIP) MENUm → → → ENTERE System ■ You can watch the TV tuner and one external video source simultaneously. (Picture-in-Picture) does not function in the same mode. NOTE ● For PIP sound, refer to the instructions.
Page 91 ● PIP settings Main picture Sub picture Component, HDMI, PC ● PIP (Off / On): Activate or deactivate the PIP function. ● Channel: Select the channel for the sub-screen. ● Size (Õ / Ã): Select a size for the sub-picture. ◀...
Page 92: Economical Solutions
❑ Economical Solutions MENUm → → ENTERE System Eco Solution ❑ ● t: This Energy Saving (Off / Low / Medium / High / Picture Off) adjusts the brightness of the TV in order to reduce power consumption. If you select Off, the screen is turned off, but the sound remains on.
Page 93: Auto Protection Time
● No-Signal Power Off (Off / 15 min / 30 min / 60 min): To avoid unnecessary energy consumption, set how long you want the TV to remain on if it’s not receiving a signal. Disabled when the PC is in power saving mode. ●...
Page 94: Other Features
❑ Other Features MENUm → → ENTERE System Language ■ ● Teletext Language: Set a desired language for teletext. English is the default in cases where the selected language is unavailable in the broadcast. ● Preference (Primary Audio Language / Secondary Audio Language / Primary Subtitle Language / Secondary Subtitle Language / Primary ◀...
Page 95 Subtitle ■ Use this menu to set the Subtitle mode. ● Subtitle (Off / On): Switches subtitles on or off. ● Impaired): Sets the subtitle mode. Subtitle Mode (Normal / Hearing ● Subtitle Language: Sets the subtitle language. If the programme you are watching does not support the Hearing function, automatically activates even if the...
Page 96 General ■ ● Game Mode (Off / On): When connecting to a game console such as PlayStation™ or Xbox™, you can enjoy a more realistic gaming experience by selecting game mode. NOTE ● Precautions and limitations for game mode – To disconnect the game console and connect another external device, set Game Mode...
Page 97 ● Menu Transparency (Bright / Dark): Set the Transparency of the menu. ● Boot Logo (Off / On): Display Samsung logo when the TV is turned on. ● TV name : Make changes the name. for LCD 550 series and above ◀...
Page 98 Anynet+(HDMI-CEC) ■ For details on set up options, refer to the “Anynet+(HDMI-CEC)” instructions. ◀ ▶ English...
Page 99 ■ for LCD 550 series and above Turn on/off or give permission to Samsung mobile phones devices to connect with and control the TV. You must have a Samsung Mobile phone/device which ◀ ▶ supports Network Remote Control. For more details, refer to each device’s manual.
Page 100: Support Menu
❑ Support Menu MENUm → → ENTERE Support e-Manual ■ You can read the introduction and instructions about the TV features stored in your TV. For the detailed information about e-Manual Screen, refer to “How to use the e-Manual” in User Manual. ◀...
Page 101: Sound Menu
Adjust your antenna to increase signal strength. ● Troubleshooting: If the TV seems to have a problem, refer to this description. If none of these troubleshooting tips apply, contact the Samsung customer service centre. English...
Page 102: Software Upgrade
Software Upgrade ■ Software Upgrade can be performed Software Upgrade by downloading the latest firmware from Current Version 2011/01/18_000001 “www.samsung.com” to a USB memory device. By USB Current Version the software already By Online Alternative Software ----/--/--_------ installed in the TV.
Page 103 USB: Insert a USB drive containing the TV Side Panel firmware upgrade file, downloaded from “www.samsung.com,” into the TV. Please be careful not to disconnect the power or remove the USB drive until upgrades are complete. The TV will be turned off and on automatically after completing * It may differ depending on the model.
Page 104 ● : Upgrade the software using the Internet. By Online for LCD 550 series and above First, configure your network. For detailed procedures on using the Network Setup, refer to the “Network Connection” instructions. If the internet connection doesn’t operate properly, the connection may be broken.
Page 105 ● Standby Mode Upgrade (Off / 1 hour later / 2 hours later/ 00:00 / 02:00 / 12:00 / 14:00) : A manual upgrade will be for LCD 450 series and above automatically performed at selected time. Since the power of the unit is turned on internally, the screen may be turned on slightly for the product.
Page 106: Contact Samsung
Contact Samsung ■ View this information when your TV does not work properly or when you want to upgrade the software. You can find information regarding our call centres, and how to download products and software. Contents Home ■ You can enjoy useful and various contents.
Page 107: My Downloads
❑ Using the My Downloads Enjoy photos, music and movie files saved on a USB Mass Storage Class (MSC) device and your PC. Press the CONTENT button to My Downloads select Downloads. Videos Press ▲/▼ button to select Photos Music desired menu (Videos, Photos, Music), then press the ENTERE button.
Page 108: Connecting A Usb Device
❑ Connecting a USB Device Turn on your TV. TV Side Panel Connect a USB device containing photo, music and movie files to the USB jack on the side of the TV. When USB is connected to the TV, popup window appears. Then you can select Connected Device.
Page 109 Devices should be connected directly to the TV’s USB port. ● Before connecting your device to the TV, please back up your files to prevent them from damage or loss of data. SAMSUNG is not responsible for any data file damage or data loss. English...
Page 110 ● USB (HDD) is not supported. for LCD 400, 450 series ● Connect a USB HDD to the dedicated port, USB 1 (HDD) port. for LCD 550 series and above ● Do not disconnect the USB device while it is loading. ●...
Page 111 ● MP3 files with DRM that have been downloaded from a non-free site cannot be played. Digital Rights Management (DRM) is a technology that supports the creation, distribution and management of the content in an integrated and comprehensive way, including the protection of the rights and interests of the content providers, the prevention of the illegal copying of contents, as well as managing billings and settlements.
Page 112 ● If an over-power warning message is displayed while you are connecting or using a USB device, the device may not be recognized or may malfunction. ● If the TV has been no input during time set in Time, the Auto Protection Screensaver will run.
Page 113 ● If a USB extension cable is used, the USB device may not be recognised or the files on the device may not be read. ● If a USB device connected to the TV is not recognised, the list of files on the device is corrupted or a file in the list is not played, connect the USB device to the PC, format the device and check the connection.
Page 114 If you want to use to play files saved on your PC over your My Downloads TV, you should download “AllShare PC Software” and users manual from “www.samsung.com.” For more information on how to configure your network, refer to ‘Network Connection’. ◀...
Page 115 Using a LAN cable, connect between the external modem and the PC onto which the AllShare PC Software programme will be installed. – You can connect the TV to the PC directly without connecting it through a Sharer (Router). Functions that are not supported when connecting to a PC through a network: ●...
Page 116 When you use My Downloads mode through a network connection, according to functions of the provided server: ● The sorting method may vary. ● The � (REW), µ (FF) or � (Pause) buttons may not work depending on the content information. If you experience any file stuttering issue while playing a video over a wireless network, we recommend using a wired network.
Page 117: Screen Display
❑ Screen Display Move to the desired file using the ◄/►/▲/▼ buttons and then press the ENTERE or � (Play) button. The file is played. My Downloads screen may differ depending on the way to enter the screen. Information: Vídeos 1/1 page Folder View You can ascertain the...
Page 118 Videos ■ Playing Video Press the ◄/►/▲/▼ button to select the desired video in the file list. Press the ENTERE button or � (Play) button. – The selected file name is ◀ ▶ displayed on the top with its L Jump T Tools R Return playing time.
Page 119 – During video playback, you can search using ◄ and ► button. – You can use (�) (REW) and (µ) (FF) buttons during playback. In this mode, you can enjoy movie clips contained on a Game, but you cannot play the Game itself. ●...
Page 120: Supported Video Formats
● Supported Video Formats Frame rate Bit rate File Extention Container Video Codec Resolution Audio Codec (fps) (Mbps) DivX 3.11/4. 1920 x 1080 6 ~ 30 x/5.1/6.0 MP3 / AC3 / H.264 BP/MP/ *.avi 1920 x 1080 6 ~ 30 LPCM / ADPCM / *.mkv DTS Core...
Page 121 Frame rate Bit rate File Extention Container Video Codec Resolution Audio Codec (fps) (Mbps) DivX 3.11/4. 1920 x 1080 6 ~ 30 x/5.1/6.0 MP3 / AC3 / H.264 BP/MP/ 1920 x 1080 6 ~ 30 *.asf LPCM / ADPCM / MPEG4 SP/ASP 1920 x 1080 6 ~ 30...
Page 122 Frame rate Bit rate File Extention Container Video Codec Resolution Audio Codec (fps) (Mbps) H.264 BP/MP/ 1920 x 1080 6 ~ 30 MP3 / ADPCM / *.mp4 MPEG4 SP/ 1920 x 1080 6 ~ 30 H.264 BP/MP/ 1920 x 1080 6 ~ 30 ADPCM / AAC / *.3gp...
Page 123 Frame rate Bit rate File Extention Container Video Codec Resolution Audio Codec (fps) (Mbps) MPEG1 1920 x 1080 24/25/30 "*.mpg AC3 / MPEG / MPEG2 1920 x 1080 24/25/30 *.mpeg" LPCM / AAC H.264 1920 x 1080 6 ~ 30 MPEG2 1920 x 1080 24/25/30...
Page 124 Other Restrictions NOTE ● Video content will not play, or not play correctly, if there is an error in the content or the container. ● Sound or video may not work if the contents have a standard bit rate/ frame rate above the compatible Frame/sec listed in the table above. ●...
Page 125 Video Decoder Audio Decoder ● ● Supports up to H.264, Level 4.1 Supports up to WMA 7, 8, 9, STD, 9 PRO ● ● H.264 FMO / ASO / RS, VC1 SP / MP / AP L4 WMA Lossless, Voice Lossless, Voice is and AVCHD are not supported.
Page 126 Music ■ Playing Music Press the ◄/►/▲/▼ button to Music select the desired Music in the file list. Press the ENTERE button or � (Play) button. – You can use � (REW) ◀ ▶ and µ (FF) buttons during playback. E Enter E Enter L Pages L Pages...
Page 127 Only displays the files with MP3 extension. Other file extensions are not displayed, even if they are saved on the same USB device. If the sound is abnormal when playing MP3 files, adjust the Equalizer in the Sound menu. (An over-modulated MP3 file may cause a sound problem.) Playing selected music Press the (Edit...
Page 128 Photos ■ Viewing a Photo (or Slide Show) Press the ◄/►/▲/▼ button to Normal select the desired photo in the file list. Press the ENTERE button. ● When a selected photo is displayed, press the ◀ ▶ ENTERE button to start the E Pause L Previous/Next T Tools R Return...
Page 129 Music files can be automatically played during the Slide Show if the Background Music is set to On. ❑ My Downloads - Additional Functions Videos/Music/Photos Play Option menu During playing a file, press the TOOLS button. Category Operation Videos Music Photos You can move the other file Title Search...
Page 130 Category Operation Videos Music Photos You can play the music Shuffle Mode randomly. You can play movie and music Repeat Mode files repeatedly. You can adjust the picture size Picture Size to your preference. ◀ ▶ You can adjust the picture Picture Mode setting.
Page 131 Category Operation Videos Music Photos You can adjust the sound Sound Mode setting. You can play the video with Subtitles. This function only Subtitle Setting works if the subtitles are the same file name as the video. You can enjoy video in one of supported languages as ◀...
Page 132 Category Operation Videos Music Photos Start Slide Show / You can start or pause a Slide Show. Pause Slide Show You can select the slide show Slide Show Speed speed during the slide show. You can on/off background Background Music music when watching a Slide Show.
Page 133 Category Operation Videos Music Photos You can select background Background Music music when watching a Slide Setting Show. You can zoom into images in full Zoom screen mode. You can rotate images in full Rotate screen mode. You can see detailed information ◀...
Page 134: Anynet
What is Anynet+? Anynet+ is a function that enables you to control all connected Samsung devices that support Anynet+ with your Samsung TV’s remote. The Anynet+ system can be used only with Samsung devices that have the Anynet+ feature. To be sure your Samsung device has this feature, check if there is an Anynet+ logo on it.
Page 135 ● When following the connection above, the Optical jack only outputs 2 channel audio. You will only hear sound from the Home Theatre’s Front Left and Right speakers and the subwoofer. If you want to hear 5.1 channel audio, connect the DIGITAL AUDIO OUT (OPTICAL) jack on the DVD / Satellite Box (i.e.
Page 136 Anynet+ Menu TOOLST → → ENTERE Sound The Anynet+ menu changes depending on the type and status of the Anynet+ devices connected to the TV. Anynet+ Menu Description View TV Changes Anynet+ mode to TV broadcast mode. Device List Shows the Anynet+ device list. (device_name) Shows the connected device menus.
Page 137 Anynet+ Menu Description Shows the play menu of the connected device. E.g. If a DVD (device_name) recorder is connected, the play menu of the DVD recorder will TOOLS appear. Shows the title menu of the connected device. E.g. If a DVD recorder is connected, the title menu of the DVD recorder will (device_name) appear.
Page 138: Setting Up Anynet
❑ Setting Up Anynet+ MENUm → → → ENTERE System Anynet+ (HDMI-CEC) Setup ■ On): To use the Anynet+ Function, Anynet+ (HDMI-CEC) (Off / Anynet+ (HDMI- CEC) must be set to On. When the Anynet+ (HDMI-CEC) function is disabled, all the Anynet+ related operations are deactivated.
Page 139 ❑ Switching between Anynet+ Devices Press the TOOLS button, then select Anynet+ (HDMI-CEC). Anynet+ devices connected to the TV are listed in Device List. If you cannot find a device you want, press the button to refresh the list. Select a device and press the ENTERE button. You can switch to the selected device.
Page 140: Listening Through A Receiver
❑ Listening through a Receiver You can listen to sound through a receiver (i.e Home Theatre) instead of the TV speaker. Select Receiver and set to On. Press the EXIT button to exit. If your receiver supports audio only, it may not appear in the device list. The receiver will work when you have properly connected the optical in jack of the receiver to the DIGITAL AUDIO OUT (OPTICAL) jack of the TV.
Page 141 NOTE ● You can only control Anynet+ devices using the TV remote control, not the buttons on the TV. ● The TV remote control may not work under certain conditions. If this occurs, reselect the Anynet+ device. ◀ ▶ English...
Page 142: Troubleshooting For Anynet
❑ Troubleshooting for Anynet+ Problem Possible Solution ● Check if the device is an Anynet+ device. The Anynet+ Anynet+ does not work. system supports Anynet+ devices only. ● Only one receiver (home theatre) can be connected. ● Check if the Anynet+ device power cord is properly connected.
Page 143 Problem Possible Solution ● Check whether the TV remote control is in mode. Anynet+ does not work. ● Check whether the remote control is Anynet+ compatible. ● Anynet+ does not work in certain situations. (Searching channels, operating My Downloads Plug & Play (initial setup), etc.) ●...
Page 144 Problem Possible Solution ● Check if the Anynet+ device is properly connected to I want to start Anynet+. the TV and check if the Anynet+ (HDMI-CEC) is set to in the System menu. ● Press the TOOLS button to display the Anynet+ menu and select a menu you want.
Page 145 Problem Possible Solution ● You cannot use the remote control when you are The message “Connecting to Anynet+ configuring Anynet+ or switching to a view mode. device...” appears on the ● Use the remote control when the Anynet+ setting or screen.
Page 146 Problem Possible Solution ● Check whether or not the device supports Anynet+ The connected device is not displayed. functions. ● Check whether or not the HDMI cable is properly connected. ● Check whether is set to Anynet+ (HDMI-CEC) System menu. ●...
Page 147 Problem Possible Solution ● Connect the optical cable between TV and the receiver. The TV sound is not output through the receiver. ◀ ▶ English...
Page 148: Allshare™ For Lcd 550 Series And Above
❑ About AllShare™ for LCD 550 series and above AllShare™ connects your TV and compatible Samsung mobile phones / devices through a network. You can play media contents including videos, photos and music saved on your mobile phones or the other devices (such as your PC) by controlling them on the TV via the network.
Page 149: Setting Up Allshare
❑ Setting Up AllShare™ MENUm → → → ENTERE Network AllShare Settings AllShare Settings ■ AllShare Settings ● Off): Enables or disables Media (On / the media function. When the media function is on, Media contents play Media ► can be controlled by mobile phones or other devices that support DLNA ◀...
Page 150 Media ■ Shows a list of mobile phones or connected devices which have been set up with this TV for using the Media function. Media function is available in all devices which support DLNA DMC. ● Allow / Deny: Allows/Blocks the devices. ●...
Page 151 Using the Media Function You can play media contents including videos, photos and music saved on your mobile phones or the other devices (such as your PC) by controlling them on the TV via the network. ● To turn off the media contents transmission from the devices, set Media in the AllShare...
Page 152: Analogue Channel Teletext Feature
❑ Analogue Channel Teletext Feature The index page of the Teletext service gives you information on how to use the service. For Teletext information to be displayed correctly, channel reception must be stable. Otherwise, information may be missing or some pages may not be displayed. You can change Teletext pages by pressing the numeric buttons on the remote control.
Page 153 ● 1 (sub-page): Displays the available sub-page. ● 8 (store): Stores the Teletext pages. ● 6 (index): Displays the index (contents) page at any time while you are viewing Teletext. ● 4 (size): Displays the teletext on the upper half of the screen in double-size. To move the text to the lower half of the screen, press it again.
Page 154 ● 5 (reveal): Displays the hidden text (answers to quiz games, for example). To display the normal screen, press it again. ● 7 (cancel): Shrinks the Teletext display to overlap with the current broadcast. ● Colour buttons (red, green, yellow, blue): If the FASTEXT system is used by the broadcasting company, the different topics on a Teletext page are colour- coded and can be selected by pressing the coloured buttons.
Page 155 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. ◀ ▶ English...
Page 156: Anti-Theft Kensington Lock
❑ Anti-theft Kensington Lock The Kensington Lock is not supplied by Samsung. It is a device used to physically fix the system when using it in a public place. The appearance and locking method may differ from the illustration depending on the manufacturer. Refer to the manual provided with the Kensington Lock for additional information on proper use.
Page 157 To lock the product, follow these steps: Wrap the Kensington lock cable around a large, stationary object such as desk or chair. Slide the end of the cable with the lock attached through the looped end of the Kensington lock cable. Insert the locking device into the Kensington slot on the product Lock the lock.
Page 158: Troubleshooting
❑ Troubleshooting If you have any questions about the TV, first refer to this list. If none of these troubleshooting tips apply, please visit “www.samsung.com”, then click on Support. Issues Solutions and Explanations Picture Quality First of all, please perform the...
Page 159 Issues Solutions and Explanations ● If you have an analogue cable/set top box, upgrade to a The TV image does not look as good as it digital set top box. Use HDMI or Component cables to did in the store. deliver HD (high definition) picture quality.
Page 160 Issues Solutions and Explanations ● Compression of video contents may cause picture The picture is distorted: macroblock distortion especially in fast moving pictures such as error, small block, sports and action movies. dots, pixelization ● Low signal level or bad quality can cause picture distortion.
Page 161 Issues Solutions and Explanations ● Adjust the Picture options in the TV menu. (go to There is poor colour or brightness. Picture Mode Colour / Brightness / Sharpness) ● Adjust Energy Saving option in the TV menu. (go to MENU - System - Eco Solution - Energy Saving) ●...
Page 162 Issues Solutions and Explanations The picture is black If you are using an AV composite input, connect the video and white. cable (yellow) to the Green jack of component input 1 on the TV. ● If connected with a cable box, please try to reset the When changing channels, the picture cable box.
Page 163 Issues Solutions and Explanations Sound Quality First of all, please perform the Sound Test to confirm that your TV audio is properly operating. (go to MENU - Support - Self Diagnosis - Sound Test) If the audio is OK, the sound problem may caused by the source or signal.
Page 164 Issues Solutions and Explanations ● Set the Speaker Select option to TV speaker in the The picture is good but there is no sound. sound menu. ● If you are using an external device, make sure the audio cables are connected to the correct audio input jacks on the TV.
Page 165 Issues Solutions and Explanations ● Check the cable connections. Make sure a video cable The speakers are making an is not connected to an audio input. inappropriate noise. ● For antenna or cable connections, check the signal strength. Low signal level may cause sound distortion. No Picture, No Video ●...
Page 166 Issues Solutions and Explanations ● Ensure the Sleep Timer is set to in the System The TV turns off automatically. menu. ● If your PC is connected to the TV, check your PC power settings. ● Make sure the AC power cord is plugged in securely to the wall outlet and the TV.
Page 167 Issues Solutions and Explanations ● Check cable connections (remove and reconnect all There is no picture/ video. cables connected to the TV and external devices). ● Set your external devices’ (Cable/Set top Box, DVD, Blu-ray etc) video outputs to match the connections to the TV input.
Page 168 Issues Solutions and Explanations RF(Cable/Antenna) Connection ● Make sure the Antenna cable is connected securely. The TV is not receiving all channels. ● Please try Plug & Play (Initial setup) to add available channels to the channel list. Go to MENU - System - Plug &...
Page 169 Issues Solutions and Explanations PC Connection ● Set your PC’s output resolution so it matches the “Mode Not Supported” message resolutions supported by the TV. appears. ● This is normal; “PC” is always shown on the source list, “PC” is always shown on the source list, regardless of whether a is connected.
Page 170 Issues Solutions and Explanations Network Connection for LCD 550 series and above The wireless network Samsung Wireless USB dongle is required to use a wireless connection failed. network. ● Make sure the Network Connection is set to Wireless.) ● Make sure the TV is connected to a wireless IP sharer (Router).
Page 171 TV. Refer to the Cable/Set user manual for ◀ ▶ turn the TV on or off, the SAMSUNG TV code. or adjust the volume. ● Check the supported resolution of the TV, and adjust the “Mode Not Supported”...
Page 172 Issues Solutions and Explanations ● This function is only available with digital channels from The TV Signal Information an Antenna / RF / Coax connection. unavailable in the Self Diagnosis Test menu. ● Remove the base stand from the TV and reassemble it. TV is tilted to the right or left side.
Page 173 Issues Solutions and Explanations ● If the TV is in the Store Demo mode, it will reset audio Your settings are lost after 30 minutes or and picture settings every 30 minutes. Change the every time the TV is settings from Store Demo mode to Home Use...
Page 174 Issues Solutions and Explanations ● This is part of the product’s design and is not a defect. You see small particles when you look closely at the edge of the frame of the TV. ● functionality is only available when you are using a menu is not available.
Page 175 Issues Solutions and Explanations ● To prevent this, use felt pads on any surface of the TV A reaction may occur between the rubber that comes in direct contact with furniture. cushion pads on the base stand and the top finish of some furniture.
Page 176: Licence
❑ Licence Manufactured under licence from Dolby Laboratories. Dolby and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories. Manufactured under licence under U.S. Patent #’s: 5,451,942; 5,956,674; 5,974,380; 5,978,762; 6,487,535 & other U.S. and worldwide patents issued & pending. DTS and the Symbol are registered trademarks. & DTS 2.0+ Digital Out ◀...
Page 177 DivX Certified to play DivX video up to HD 1080p, including premium content. ® ABOUT DIVX VIDEO: DivX is a digital video format created by DivX,Inc. This is an official DivX Certified device that plays DivX video. Visit www.divx.com for more information and software ®...
Page 178 TheaterSound, SRS and symbol are trademarks of SRS Labs, Inc. TheaterSound technology is incorporated under licence from SRS Labs, Inc. Open Source Licence Notice In the case of using open source software, Open Source Licences are available on the product menu. Open Source Licence Notice is written only English. ◀...

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