Samsung LN32B550 User Manual
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- Page 1 LCD TV user 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 Electronics (SAMSUNG) products, and the requirements, conditions, exclusions and limitations contained herein, SAMSUNG will additionally provide Warranty Repair Service in the United States on SAMSUNG products purchased in Canada, and in Canada on SAMSUNG products purchased in the United States, for the warranty period originally speci¿ed, and to the Original Purchaser only.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
CONTENTS General Information Sound Control List of Features ..............2 Con¿guring the Sound Menu ..........21 Accessories ................2 Viewing the Control Panel ............3 Setup Viewing the Connection Panel ..........4 Con¿guring the Setup Menu ..........22 Remote Control ..............5 Installing Batteries in the Remote Control ......5 Input / Support Connections Con¿guring the Input Menu ..........26... -
Page 4: General Information
TV-Holder & Screw (M4 X 16) Batteries (AAA x 2) (BN96-10788A) (Depending on the model) Cover-Bottom Screw (M4 X L16) Screw (M4 X L14) (LN32B550 : BN63-05466A) (6002-001294) (LN32B550 : 6003-001334) (LN37B550 : BN63-05468A) (LN40B550 : BN63-05468A) (LN40B550 : BN63-05469A) (LN52B550 : BN63-05469A) Owner’s Instructions... -
Page 5: Viewing The Control Panel
¦ Viewing the Control Panel The product color and shape may vary depending on the model. The front panel buttons can be activated by touching them with your ¿nger. 1 SPEAKERS 2 REMOTE CONTROL SENSOR: Aim the remote control towards this spot on the TV. 3 SOURCEE: Toggles between all the available input sources. -
Page 6: Viewing The Connection Panel
¦ Viewing the Connection Panel [TV Rear Panel] [TV Side Panel] The product color and shape may vary depending on the model. 1 HDMI IN 1(DVI), 2, 3, 4 / DVI AUDIO IN [R-AUDIO-L] – Connects to the HDMI jack of a device with an HDMI output. No sound connection is needed for an HDMI to HDMI connection. -
Page 7: Remote Control
# Use these buttons in the DMA and Anynet + modes. (J: This c P.SIZE: Picture size selection. remote can be used to control d SRS: Selects SRS TruSurround recording on Samsung recorders HD mode. with the Anynet + feature) e CC: Controls the caption decoder. -
Page 8: Connections
CONNECTIONS ¦ Connecting VHF and UHF Antennas If your antenna has a set of leads that look like the diagram to the right, see ‘Antennas with 300 Flat Twin Leads’ below. If your antenna has one lead that looks like the diagram to the right, see ‘Antennas with 75 Round Leads’. -
Page 9: Connecting A Dvd / Blu-Ray Player / Cable Box / Satellite Receiver (Set-Top Box) Via Hdmi
Connecting to a Cable Box that Descrambles Some Channels If your cable box descrambles only some channels (such as premium channels), follow the instructions below. You will need a two- way splitter, an RF (A/B) switch and four lengths of RF cable. (These items are available at most electronics stores.) ANT IN Incoming cable TV Rear... -
Page 10: Connecting A Dvd / Blu-Ray Player / Cable Box / Satellite Receiver (Set-Top Box) Via Dvi
¦ Connecting a DVD / Blu-ray player / Cable Box / Satellite receiver (Set-Top Box) via DVI This connection can only be made if there is a DVI Output connector on the external device. TV Rear Panel DVD / Blu-ray player / Cable Box / Satellite receiver (Set-Top Box) 2 Audio Cable (Not supplied) 1 DVI to HDMI Cable (Not supplied) -
Page 11: Connecting A Vcr
¦ Connecting a VCR TV Side Panel TV Rear Panel VCR Rear Panel 2 Audio Cable (Not supplied) 1 Video Cable (Not supplied) 1. Connect a Video Cable between the AV IN 1 [Y/VIDEO] or AV IN 2 [VIDEO] jack on the TV and the VIDEO OUT jack on the VCR. -
Page 12: Connecting An Ampli¿Er / Dvd Home Theater
¦ Connecting an Ampli¿er / DVD Home Theater TV Rear Panel Ampli¿er/DVD Home Theater 1 Audio Cable (Not supplied) 1. Connect Audio Cables between the AUDIO OUT [R-AUDIO-L] jacks on the TV and Audio Input jacks on the Ampli¿er / DVD Home Theater. -
Page 13: Connecting A Camcorder
¦ Connecting a Camcorder The side panel jacks on your TV make it easy to connect a camcorder to your TV. Using a Video Cable TV Side Panel 1 Video Cable (Not supplied) 2 Audio Cable (Not supplied) Camcorder 1. Connect a Video Cable between the AV IN 2 [VIDEO] jack on the TV and the VIDEO OUT jack on the camcorder. 2. -
Page 14: Connecting A Pc
¦ Connecting a PC Using a D-Sub Cable TV Rear Panel 1 D-Sub Cable (Not supplied) 2 PC Audio Cable (Not supplied) 1. Connect a D-Sub Cable between PC IN [PC] connector on the TV and the PC output connector on your computer. 2. -
Page 15: Operation
OPERATION ¦ Viewing the menus Before using the TV, follow the steps below to learn how to navigate the menu in order to select and adjust different functions. Mode : Standard 1. Press the MENU button. Backlight The main menu is displayed on the screen. Its left side has the following icons: Picture, Contrast : 95 Sound, Channel , Setup, Input, Application, Support. -
Page 16: Plug & Play Feature
¦ Plug & Play Feature When the TV is initially powered on, basic settings proceed automatically and subsequently. Plug & Play 1. Press the POWER P button on the remote control. Select Language of the OSD. You can also use the POWER P button on the TV. Menu Language : English The message Select Language of the OSD. -
Page 17: Channel Control
CHANNEL CONTROL ¦ Con¿guring the Channel Menu Antenna Air / Cable Before your television can begin memorizing the available channels, you must specify the type of signal source that is connected to the TV (i.e. an Air or a Cable system). Antenna : Air Press the TOOLS button to display the Tools menu. - Page 18 „ Programmed Shows all current reserved Programs. Select a channel in the All Channels, Added Channels or Favorite screen by pressing the buttons, and pressing the ENTERE button. Then you can watch the selected channel. Using the Color buttons with the Channel List –...
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Page 19: Picture Control
The energy consumed during use can be signi¿cantly reduced if the brightness level of the picture is lowered, which will reduce the overall running cost. Advanced Settings Samsung’s new TVs allow you to make even more precise picture settings than previous Advanced Settings models. - Page 20 „ Dynamic Contrast Off / Low / Medium / High You can adjust the screen contrast so that the optimal contrast is provided. „ Gamma You can adjust the primary color (red, green, blue) Intensity. (-3 ~ +3) „ Color Space Color space is a color matrix composed of red, green and blue colors.
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Page 21: Using Your Tv As A Computer (Pc) Display
Windows and your particular video card. However, 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. -
Page 22: Setting Up The Tv With Your Pc
Display Modes If the signal from the system equals the standard signal mode, the screen is adjusted automatically. 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 23: Sound Control
SOUND CONTROL ¦ Con¿guring the Sound Menu Mode Standard / Music / Movie / Clear Voice / Custom You can select a sound mode to suit your personal preferences. Press the TOOLS button to display the Tools menu. You can also con¿gure the sound Mode : Custom mode by selecting Tools... -
Page 24: Setup
Speaker Select When you watch TV with it connecting to a Home theater, turn the TV speakers off so you can listen to sound from the Home theater’s (external) speakers. „ External Speaker: Used to listen to the sound of the External (Home Theater) Speakers. „... - Page 25 „ Timer 1 / Timer 2 / Timer 3 Three different on / off timer settings can be made. You must set the clock ¿rst. On Time: Set the hour, minute, am/pm, and activate/inactivate. (To activate the timer with the setting you’ve chosen, set to Activate.) Off Time: Set the hour, minute, am/pm, and activate/inactivate.
- Page 26 „ Canadian English C: Programming intended for children under age 8. C8+: Programming generally considered acceptable for children 8 years and over to watch on their own. G: General programming, suitable for all audiences. PG: Parental Guidance. 14+: Programming contains themes or content which may not be suitable for viewers under the age of 14. 18+: Adult programming.
- Page 27 „ Caption Mode You can select the desired caption mode. The availability of captions depends on the program being broadcast. Default / CC1~CC4 / Text1~Text4 (analog channels only) The Analog Caption function operates in either analog TV channel mode or when a signal is supplied from an external device to TV.
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Page 28: Input / Support
Yes: If the test pattern does not appear or there is noise in the test pattern, select Yes. Software Upgrade There may be a problem with the TV. Contact Samsung’s call center for assistance. HD Connection Guide No: If the test pattern is properly displayed, select No. There may be a problem with your Contact Samsung external equipment. -
Page 29: Media Play (Usb)
Transport device. Examples of MSC are Thumb drives and Flash Card Readers (Both USB HDD and HUB are not supported.) Before connecting your device to the TV, please back up your ¿les to prevent them from damage or loss of data. SAMSUNG is not responsible for any data ¿le damage or data loss. -
Page 30: Using The Media Play (Usb) Menu
¦ Using the Media Play (USB) Menu 1. Press the MENU button. Press the button to select Application, then press the Anynet+ (HDMI-CEC) ENTERE button. Media play (USB) 2. Press the button to select Media Play (USB), then press the ENTERE button. 3. - Page 31 Viewing a Slide Show 1. Press the INFO button to display the option View, Start Slide Show, Delete, Delete All, Deselect All. 2. Press the button to select Start Slide Show then press the ENTERE button. Up Folder Forder1 Photo 0001 Photo 0001 None View...
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Page 32: Using The Mp3 List
Using the Option Menu 1. Complete Steps 1 to 3 of ‘Using the Media Play (USB) Function’. (Refer to page 28) 2. Press the button to move to Photo, then press the ENTERE button. The saved ¿le information is displayed as a folder or ¿le. - Page 33 „ Repeat Music Select to repeatedly play MP3 ¿les in the current folder. You can select On or Off. „ Delete Select a MP3 ¿les to delete. Press the button to select Delete, then press the ENTERE button. While removing ¿les, don’t remove the USB memory device. You cannot recover deleted music ¿les.
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Page 34: 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 35: Setting Up Anynet
¦ Setting Up Anynet + Press the TOOLS button to display the Tools menu. You can also display Anynet + menu by selecting Tools Anynet + (HDMI-CEC). Setup „ Anynet + (HDMI-CEC) Off / On To use the Anynet + Function, Anynet + (HDMI-CEC) must be set to On. When the Anynet + (HDMI-CEC) function is disabled, all the Anynet + related operations Anynet (HDMI-CEC) -
Page 36: Recording
The K, G operations may differ depending on the device. ¦ Recording You can make a recording of a TV program using a Samsung recorder. 1. Press the TOOLS button. Press the ENTERE button to select Anynet + (HDMI-CEC). Viwe TV Device List 2. -
Page 37: Listening Through A Receiver (Home Theater)
¦ Listening through a Receiver (Home theater) You can listen to sound through a receiver instead of the TV speaker. 1. Press the TOOLS button. Press the ENTERE button to select Anynet + (HDMI-CEC). Viwe TV Device List 2. Press the button to select Receiver. -
Page 38: Appendix Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting If the TV seems to have a problem, ¿rst try this list of possible problems and solutions. If none of these troubleshooting tips apply, please visit Samsung.com or contact the Samsung call center at 1-800-SAMSUNG (726-7864). Problem Possible Solution Poor picture. -
Page 39: Installing The Stand
Problem Possible Solution The picture appears distorted in the If Screen Fit is selected with some external devices, the picture may appear distorted in corner of the screen. the corner of the screen. This symptom is caused by the external devices, not TV. The ‘Resets all settings to the This appears when you press and hold the EXIT button for a while. -
Page 40: Wall Mount Kit Speci¿Cations (Vesa)
Do not fasten the screws too strongly, this may damage the product or cause the product to fall, leading to personal injury. Samsung is not liable for these kinds of accidents. Samsung is not liable for product damage or personal injury when a non-VESA or non-speci¿ed wall mount is used or the consumer fails to follow the product installation instructions. -
Page 41: Securing The Tv To The Wall
¦ Securing the TV to the Wall Caution: Pulling, pushing, or climbing on the TV may cause the TV to fall. In particular, ensure your children do not hang over or destabilize the TV; doing so may cause the TV to tip over, causing serious injuries or death. Follow all safety precautions provided on the included Safety Flyer. -
Page 42: Speci¿Cations
¦ Speci¿cations Model Name LN32B550 LN37B550 LN40B550 Screen Size 32 inches 37 inches 40 inches (Diagonal) (31.5 inches measured (37.0 inches measured (39.9 inches measured diagonally) diagonally) diagonally) PC Resolution (Optimum) 1920 x 1080 @ 60 Hz 1920 x 1080 @ 60 Hz... -
Page 43: Dimensions
NOTE: All drawings are not necessarily to scale. Some dimensions are subject to change without prior notice. Refer to the dimensions prior to performing installation of your TV. Not responsible for typographical or printed errors. © 2009 Samsung Electronics America, Inc English - 41... - Page 44 NOTE: All drawings are not necessarily to scale. Some dimensions are subject to change without prior notice. Refer to the dimensions prior to performing installation of your TV. Not responsible for typographical or printed errors. © 2009 Samsung Electronics America, Inc English - 42...
- Page 45 NOTE: All drawings are not necessarily to scale. Some dimensions are subject to change without prior notice. Refer to the dimensions prior to performing installation of your TV. Not responsible for typographical or printed errors. © 2009 Samsung Electronics America, Inc English - 43...
- Page 46 NOTE: All drawings are not necessarily to scale. Some dimensions are subject to change without prior notice. Refer to the dimensions prior to performing installation of your TV. Not responsible for typographical or printed errors. © 2009 Samsung Electronics America, Inc English - 44...
- Page 47 NOTE: All drawings are not necessarily to scale. Some dimensions are subject to change without prior notice. Refer to the dimensions prior to performing installation of your TV. Not responsible for typographical or printed errors. © 2009 Samsung Electronics America, Inc English - 45...
- Page 48 If you have any questions or comments relating to Samsung products, please contact the SAMSUNG customer care center. Comuníquese con SAMSUNG WORLDWIDE Si desea formular alguna pregunta o comentario en relación con los productos de Samsung, comuníquese con el centro de atención al cliente de SAMSUNG.
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Page 49: Rear Panel
1-800-SAMSUNG (7267864) Samsung Electronics America, Inc. 105 Challenger Road Ridgefield Park, NJ 07660-0511 Samsung Electronics Canada Inc., Customer Service 55 Standish Court Mississauga, Ontario L5R 4B2 Call center hours of operation (Mon-Sun 9AM-12AM EST). To register this product please visit www.samsung.com/register... - Page 50 Picture size selection. Use these buttons in the DMA and Anynet+ modes. (J: Selects SRS TruSurround HD This remote can be used to control recording on Samsung mode. recorders with the Anynet+ feature) Controls the caption decoder. Press to choose stereo, mono or Separate Audio Program (SAP broadcast).
- Page 51 Installing the Stand (LN32B550) Back Front Place the Guide Stand and Cover Neck onto the stand and fasten it using the three screws. Attach your LCD TV to the stand. Two or more people should carry the TV. Make sure to distinguish between the front and back of the stand when attaching it.
- Page 52 Connections Connecting a DVD / Blu-ray player / Cable Box / Satellite receiver (Set-Top Box) via HDMI Connect an HDMI Cable between TV Rear Panel TV Side Panel the HDMI IN 1 (DVI), 2, 3 or 4 jack on the TV and the HDMI jack on the DVD / Blu-ray Player or Cable Box / Satellite receiver (Set-Top Box).
- Page 53 Connecting a DVD / Blu-ray player / Cable Box / Satellite receiver (Set-Top Box) via Component cables Connect a Component Cable TV Rear Panel between the COMPONENT IN (1 or 2) [Y, P ] jacks on the TV and the COMPONENT [Y, P ] jacks on the DVD / Blu-ray player / Cable Box /...
- Page 54 Connecting a Digital Audio System Connect an Optical Cable TV Rear Panel between the DIGITAL AUDIO OUT (OPTICAL) jacks on the TV and the Digital Audio Input jacks on the Digital Audio Digital Audio System System. Optical Cable (Not supplied) When a Digital Audio System is connected to the DIGITAL AUDIO OUT (OPTICAL) jack: Decrease the volume of the TV and adjust the volume level with the system’s volume control.
- Page 55 Connecting a Camcorder Using a Video Cable Connect a Video Cable between TV Side Panel the AV IN 2 [VIDEO] jack on the TV and the VIDEO OUT jack on the camcorder. Camcorder Connect Audio Cables between the AV IN 2 [R-AUDIO-L] jacks on the Video Cable (Not supplied TV and the AUDIO OUT jacks on the camcorder.
- Page 56 Connecting a PC Using a D-Sub Cable Using a D-Sub Cable TV Rear Panel Connect a D-Sub Cable between PC IN [PC] connector on the TV and the PC output connector on your computer. Connect a PC Audio Cable between the PC IN [AUDIO] jack on the TV and the Audio Out jack of the sound card on your computer.
- Page 57 Turning the TV On and Off When selecting the Cable TV system: Press the ENTERE button to start the auto program. Press the POWER button on the remote control. Press the to select the correct analog You can also use the POWER button on the TV.
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Page 58: Changing The Picture Standard
Setting the Channel List Changing the Picture Standard You can delete or add a channel to display the channels You can select the type of picture which best corresponds you want. to your viewing requirements. Press the MENU button. Press the button to Press the MENU button to display the menu. -
Page 59: Picture Adjustment
Customizing the Picture Settings Setting the Screen Size Your television has several setting options that allow you to Occasionally, you may want to change the size of the control the picture quality. image on your screen. Your TV comes with six screen size options, each designed to work best with specific types of To select the desired picture mode, follow the video input. -
Page 60: To Select The Source
Available signal sources: TV, AV1, AV2, Component1, Component2, PC, HDMI1/DVI, HDMI2, HDMI3. (LN52B550) TV, AV, Component, PC, HDMI1/DVI, HDMI2, HDMI3. (LN32B550, LN37B550, LN40B550, LN46B550) You can choose only those external devices that are connected to the TV. In the “Source List”, connected inputs will be highlighted and sorted to the top. - Page 61 Troubleshooting 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 Samsung customer service at 1-800-SAMSUNG. (726-7864) Problem Possible Solution Poor picture Try another channel. / Adjust the antenna. / Check all wire connections.
- Page 62 If you have any questions or comments relating to Samsung products, please contact the SAMSUNG customer care center. Comuníquese con SAMSUNG WORLDWIDE Si desea formular alguna pregunta o comentario en relación con los productos de Samsung, comuníquese con el centro de atención al cliente de SAMSUNG.