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Key features of your new Extender
• View movies, photos, recorded TV or sports and listen to music using Windows Media Center.
• Anynet+ (HDMI-CEC) is supported.
• Wireless network connection is supported.
• Extender is installable on the rear of your Samsung TV using the bracket rack.
• Record TV programs received through the TV tuner card installed on the PC.
• Enjoy viewing media contents of your Vista Home Premium or Vista Ultimate PC on your Samsung TV.
The menu items, contents, and services in this product are subject to change without prior notice.
For further information, please refer to Help and Support of your Vista PC.
Continuous viewing of 4:3 aspect ratio programs can result in screen burn-in (or "image retention" as it is known) and may damage
your display especially if you have a plasma type of display. We do not recommend watching 4:3 aspect ratio programs (with black
rectangle bars on its side) for an extended period of time. Beware this kind of image retention damage is not covered by most TV
manufacturers' warranty.
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- Page 1 Key features of your new Extender • View movies, photos, recorded TV or sports and listen to music using Windows Media Center. • Anynet+ (HDMI-CEC) is supported. • Wireless network connection is supported. • Extender is installable on the rear of your Samsung TV using the bracket rack. • Record TV programs received through the TV tuner card installed on the PC. • Enjoy viewing media contents of your Vista Home Premium or Vista Ultimate PC on your Samsung TV. The menu items, contents, and services in this product are subject to change without prior notice. For further information, please refer to Help and Support of your Vista PC. Continuous viewing of 4:3 aspect ratio programs can result in screen burn-in (or "image retention" as it is known) and may damage your display especially if you have a plasma type of display. We do not recommend watching 4:3 aspect ratio programs (with black rectangle bars on its side) for an extended period of time. Beware this kind of image retention damage is not covered by most TV manufacturers' warranty.
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Page 2: What's Included With Your New Extender
What's included with your new Extender Your new Extender device comes with following accessories. If any of these items is missing from your box, call Samsung’s Customer Care Center. Contact information is displayed on page 44. ▶ The exact shape of each item may vary by model. Remote Control Power Cord Adapter HDMI Cable Safety Guide Bracket Rack Screw Quick Guide Warranty Card Use a screw which fits your Samsung TV. ... -
Page 3: Table Of Contents
Contents KEy fEaturEs of your nEW ExtEndEr What's inCludEd With your nEW ExtEndE r ContEnts introduCing your nEW ExtEndEr Connection panels Front Rear panel jacks Remote control Replacing remote control battery ConnECtions Connecting to a TV Connecting to a router and PC Connecting to Anynet + Scanning and switching between Anynet+ devices ConnECting to Vista PC for thE first timE Setting up Media Center Extender for the first time sEttings mEnu Setting up Extender Setting TV resolution Setting screen saver... -
Page 4: Introducing Your New Extender
introducing your new Extender front 1 PoWEr lamP When Extender is powered on, the POWER LAMP lights up. -
Page 5: Rear Panel Jacks
introducing your new Extender rEar PanEl JaCKs HDMI, which stands for High Definition Multimedia Interface, is the latest audio video technology that allows you to 1 hdmi out connect digital audio video equipment with a digital TV with a single cable. 2 lan Connect an Ethernet/LAN cable (not included) for a wired network connection. 3 dC V Connect the supplied power adaptor. -
Page 6: Remote Control
3 baCK Returns to the previous menu. 4 uP/doWn/ Navigates through on-screen menus. lEft/right/oK 5 Vol Controls the volume. Controls playback (rewind/pause/fast forward/ 6 Play-rElatEd skip back/play/skip forward/stop) funCtions The operation of each button can vary depending on the contents being played. 7 rECord Records TV on your PC (if equipped with a TV tuner). 8 mutE Turns audio output on and off. 9 Ch Changes the channel. Displays more information and options for the 0 morE current media content. ! tV Exits Windows Media Center and enters TV mode. This simple remote control is for Samsung TVs with Anynet+ released since 2008. ■ You should point it at the TV. ■ You can also use your Samsung TV's remote control to operate Extender. ■ Press the DMA button on the Samsung TV's remote control. Windows Media Center will be launched. -
Page 7: Replacing Remote Control Battery
introducing your new Extender rEPlaCing rEmotE Control battEry Turn the battery holder counterclockwise (as indicated with ( Insert the battery into the battery holder with the positive (+) terminal facing down and press it firmly until a locking sound is heard. Place the battery holder back in the remote control. Match its ( ) mark with the ( ) mark on the remote control and turn the battery holder clockwise to lock it. ) mark) using your fingernail. The battery holder opens. -
Page 8: Connections
Connections ConnECting to a tV hdmi HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) is the new, uncompressed, all-digital audio and video interface. The single cable carries both audio and video. Connect an HDMI cable between the HDMI jack on the TV and the HDMI jack on the Extender device. ■ <samsung tV with anynet+> Each TV must be connected to only one Extender. If connected to 2 or more Extenders, malfunction may occur. ■ The Extender supports only Samsung TVs with Anynet+ released since 2008. ■ <Extender> <rear of tV> hdmi Cable... -
Page 9: Connecting To A Router And Pc
ConnECting to a routEr and PC Connect Ethernet/LAN cables between the LAN jack on the Extender device and a LAN jack of the router and between the router and a PC. ■ <samsung tV with anynet+> hdmi Cable For using your Extender on a wireless network, Windows certified routers are recommended. ■ The Extender device does not support direct connection to the PC using a cross cable. ■ To use your Extender on a wireless network, unplug the Ethernet/LAN cable from the Extender and run the Network Setup Wizard by selecting Settings followed by ■ Network. <Extender> Ethernet/lan Cable <Vista PC> <router> <lan Jack on the Wall> Ethernet/lan Cable... -
Page 10: Connecting To Anynet
: ConnECting to anynet + The Extender supports only Samsung TVs with Anynet+ released since 2008. to use the anynet+, anynet+(hdmi-CEC) must be set to ‘on’ on the tV menu. Press the mEnu button to display the menu. Press the or button to select application (or input), then press the EntEr ( button. Press the or button to select anynet+ (hdmi-CEC), then press the EntEr ( Press the or button to select on, then press the EntEr ( • The Anynet+ (hdmi-CEC) function is enabled. • If you select Off, anynet+ (hdmi-CEC) is disabled. TV menu operation. ■ ) button. ) button. -
Page 11: Scanning And Switching Between Anynet+ Devices
tV : sCanning and sWitChing bEtWEEn anynEt+ dEViCEs Press the tools button. • Press the or button to select “Device List”, then press the EntEr ( • Anynet+ devices connected to the TV are listed. • If you cannot find a device you want, press the red button to scan for devices. Press the or button to select "Media Center" and press the EntEr ( Only when you set “Anynet+ (HDMI-CEC)” to On in the “Application” menu, the “Device List” menu appears. • Switching to the selected devices may take up to 2 minutes. Once selected, the operation cannot be cancelled. • The time required to scan for devices is determined by the number of connected devices. • When the device scan is completed, the number of devices found is not displayed. • t he tV automatically scans devices when it is turned on. if you connect your Extender after the tV is on, select the searching Connections menu on the tV to search for devices. -
Page 12: Connecting To Vista Pc For The First Time
Connecting to Vista PC for the first time sEtting uP mEdia CEntEr ExtEndEr for thE first timE You can connect your Media Center Extender to your Vista PC following the steps below. Extender setup Welcome to Windows media Center if you have a PC with Windows Vista™ home Premium or ultimate (or later) and a home network, you can set up this device as a media Center Extender. - Page 13 Connecting to Vista PC for the first time Steps 1-1 ~ 1-3 are only for WIRELESS networking. network setup Choose your Wireless network wirelessaP : unsecure b/g/n aiportthru : unsecure comp : unsecure b/g not listed back next Cancel Press / to select Wireless Network and press the oK button. Press / to select “next”, then press the oK button. When connecting by wireless network, make sure that Ethernet/LAN cable is not connected. When using wireless network, the video quality may be poor depending on the network condition. ■ network setup acquiring iP address Please wait...
- Page 14 Connecting to Vista PC for the first time To complete setting up Extender in the PC, run Windows Media Center from the start menu of the PC. Click / to select “task” Click “next.” and /to select “add extender.” The menu items are subject to change without notice. ■ Enter the 8 digit setup key Click “next.” that is displayed on the TV then click “next.”...
- Page 15 Connecting to Vista PC for the first time S elect the desired item then click “next.” Y our Media Center Extender is connecting to your PC. Configuration is in progress. W hen the connection is complete, the menu screen of the Windows Media Center appears on TV. Click “finish.”...
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Page 16: Settings Menu 6
settings menu sEtting uP ExtEndEr set up Extender Set up your Extender to enjoy Windows Media Center. settings Press / to select “settings,” then press the oK button. settings Extender settings… network tV resolution screen saver software update Product support reset system operating manual Press / to select “Extender settings…,” then press the oK button. ExtEndEr sEttings settings learn more set up Extender launch Extender remove Extender information Press / to select “set up Extender,”... - Page 17 settings menu Extender setup Welcome to Windows media Center if you have a PC with Windows Vista™ home Premium or ultimate (or later) and a home network, you can set up this device as a media Center Extender. for more information on Extender before setup, select learn more. to proceed with setup now, select next.
- Page 18 settings menu learn more You can get more information on Windows Media Center. settings Press / to select “settings,” then press the oK button. settings Extender settings… network tV resolution screen saver software update Product support reset system operating manual Press / to select “Extender settings…,” then press the oK button. settings ExtEndEr sEttings learn more set up Extender launch Extender remove Extender information Press / to select “learn more,” then press the oK button.
- Page 19 settings menu about media Center Extenders media Center Extenders bring the richest digital entertainment experience to your tV. Watch and record tV shows, view your digital photos, listen to your music collection, and share your home videos - then press the remove to let friends and family join in the fun! learn more at: www.WindowsVista.com/extender select next to begin.
- Page 20 settings menu launch Extender You can start Windows Media Center. settings Press / to select “settings,” then press the oK button. The Extender connects to the PC. settings Extender settings… network tV resolution screen saver software update Product support reset system operating manual Press / to select “Extender settings…,” then press the oK button. ExtEndEr sEttings settings learn more set up Extender launch Extender remove Extender information Press / to select “launch Extender,”...
- Page 21 settings menu remove Extender information You can remove the Extender’s connection to the PC. This option allows you to set up the Extender for use with a different PC. settings Press / to select “settings,” then press the oK button. settings Extender settings… network tV resolution screen saver software update Product support reset system operating manual Press / to select “Extender settings…,” then press the oK button. settings ExtEndEr sEttings learn more set up Extender launch Extender remove Extender information Press / to select “remove Extender information,” then press the oK button.
- Page 22 settings menu Extender setup remove Extender information removing Extender information will prevent this Extender from connecting to your Windows media Center PC. if you continue, you may set up this Extender at a later time by pressing the green button on the remote control or by selecting the set up Extender option in the Extender device menu.
- Page 23 settings menu You can manually set network settings. This option allows you to use static IP address. to set iP address manually settings Press / to select “settings,” then press the oK button. settings Extender settings… network tV resolution screen saver software update Product support reset system operating manual Press / to select “network,” then press the oK button. network setup Current settings Wired network iP address(dhCP) 9.68.0.7 subnet mask ...0...
- Page 24 settings menu network setup Enter your iP address 9.68.0. CaPs shift ' ClEar bKsP sPaCE back next Cancel Press the number buttons and / / / to enter the IP address. Press / to select “next,” then press the oK button. network setup Enter your subnet mask ...0 CaPs shift ' ClEar bKsP sPaCE back next Cancel Press the number buttons and / /...
- Page 25 settings menu network setup Enter your dns server 0... CaPs shift ' ClEar bKsP sPaCE back next Cancel P ress the number buttons and / / / to enter the DNS server. Press the / to select "next,” then press the oK button. network setup review settings you have entered these settings: iP address: 9.68.0. subnet mask: ...0 gateway: 9.68.0. dns:...
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Page 26: Setting Tv Resolution
You can set your Samsung TV’s resolution. For better display quality, 720p or 1080i is recommended. settings Press / to select “settings,” then press the oK button. settings Extender settings… network tV resolution screen saver software update Product support reset system operating manual Press / to select “tV resolution,” then press the oK button. tV resolution set tV resolution 480p 70p 080i finish Cancel Press / to select the desired item then press the oK button. Select “finish,"... -
Page 27: Setting Screen Saver
settings menu sEtting sCrEEn saVEr You can choose the length of time after which this screen saver turns on. settings Press / to select “settings,” then press the oK button. settings Extender settings… network tV resolution screen saver software update Product support reset system operating manual Press / to select “screen saver,” then press the oK button. screen saver set timing set the screen saver to turn on after : minutes 0 minutes minutes... -
Page 28: Updating Software
settings menu uPdating softWarE You can update to a newer version of the Extender software (requires a network connection). settings Press / to select “settings,” then press the oK button. settings Extender settings… network tV resolution screen saver software update Product support reset system operating manual Press / to select “software update,” then press the oK button. software update new update available a new update is available for your Extender. after the update, your Extender will restart. - Page 29 settings menu software update downloading update Please wait while the Extender downloads the update. 00% Complete next Cancel Select "Next" when the downloading is complete. software update installig update Please wait while the Extender installs the update. 00% Complete do not power off your tV or Extender. the Extenderwill restart automatically when next is selected.
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Page 30: Viewing Product Support
Product support support information if you are experiencing problems, please visit <http://www.samsung.com> Windows media Center 00.00.096.008 firmware Version uPnP device information samsung medialive maC hardware address for wired adapter 00:6:E8:af:70:0 maC hardware address for wireless adapter 00:6:E8:af:70:04 finish Cancel Press the oK button to exit. -
Page 31: Resetting System
settings menu rEsEtting systEm You can reset your Extender to its factory default settings. settings Press / to select “settings,” then press the oK button. settings Extender settings… network tV resolution screen saver software update Product support reset system operating manual Press / to select “reset system,” then press the oK button. reset system restore to factory settings? are you sure want to restore this Extendr to its factory settings? all of your current settings will be removed and the Extender will restart. -
Page 32: Operating Manual
settings menu oPErating manual You can view the operating manual of product. settings Press / to select “settings,” then press the oK button. settings Extender settings… network tV resolution screen saver software update Product support reset system operating manual Press / to select “operating manual,” then press the oK button. operating manual select Chapter Key features of your new Extender settings menu What's included With your new Extender mounting your Extender Contents troubleshooting... -
Page 33: Using Windows Media Center Extender
using Windows media Center Extender ViEWing PiCturEs or VidEos • You can add folders on your PC as your library by selecting Tasks > settings > Library Setup > Add Folders. Press / to select “Pictures + Videos.” Press / to select the desired items then press the oK button. • more pictures : You can view online streamed pictures. • pictures library : You can view all the pictures in your library. • play all: You can play slide show of all the pictures in your library. • video library: You can view information about all the videos in your library. -
Page 34: Listening To Music
using Windows media Center Extender listEning to musiC You can listen to music which is saved in your PC or in the internet. • Streaming CD/DVD from your PC to a Media Center Extender is not provided. • You can add folders on your PC as your library by selecting Tasks > settings > Library Setup > Add Folders. Press / to select “music.” Press / to select the desired items then press the oK button. • more music : You can play online streamed music. • music library : You can view all the music in your library. • play all: You can play all the music in your library. • radio: You can play online stations that you have subscribed to. • search: You can look for available music by artist, song or genre. -
Page 35: Viewing Tv Or Movies
using Windows media Center Extender ViEWing tV or moViEs You can watch or record TV programs when the Vista Certified TV tuner card is installed in your PC. • Streaming CD/DVD from your PC to a Media Center Extender is not provided. Press / to select “tV + movie.” Press / to select the desired items then press the oK button. • more tv : You can view online streamed show. • recorded tv: You can play a recorded tv program. • live tv : You can watch a live tv program. • guide : Y ou can use your internet connection to download the Electronic Programming Guide. internet tv : Y ou can watch a tv program broadcasted through internet. • (available in U.S.A. only) • search : You can search for available tv program. -
Page 36: Watching Sports
using Windows media Center Extender WatChing sPorts You can watch sports when the TV tuner card is installed in your PC. Press / to select “sports.” Press / to select the desired items then press the oK button. • more sports: You can view online streamed sports programs. • on now: You can view sports programs currently playing. • on later: Y ou can view a guide of upcoming sports programs. (only for U.S.A. and Canada) • scores: Y ou can view scores and details of major league sports. (only for U.S.A. and Canada's major league sports) • players: Y ou can add players to track fantasy and favorite players. (only for U.S.A. and Canada's major league sports) -
Page 37: Using Online Media
using Windows media Center Extender using onlinE mEdia Press / to select “online media.” Press / to select the desired items then press the oK button. • program library: You can find the desired program. • explore: You can explore various contents in the internet. -
Page 38: Setting Tasks
using Windows media Center Extender sEtting tasKs Press / to select “tasks.” Press / to select the desired items then press the oK button. • settings: You can set basic functions of Windows Media Center. • close: You can exit the Windows Media Center. • tune network: You can tune network performance. -
Page 39: Mounting Your Extender 9
Extender installing thE braCKEt raCK Separate the supporting ring from the lower right part of the provided bracket rack. Insert the supporting ring into one of the VESA mounting holes on the rear of your Samsung TV. Place the bracket rack upright then align its mounting hole with the VESA mounting hole on the rear of the TV. Insert one of the screws provided (use one that fits into the hole) through the bracket hole and into the TV hole then tighten it with a screwdriver. Align the four holes on the rear of the Extender device with the four hooks on the bracket rack. Slide the device in the direction of the arrow on the bracket rack. Arrange the cables connecting to your Extender device using the hook located on the lower right of the bracket rack. If you mount the Extender device on the rear of the TV, Wireless network performance may decrease. ■ <rear of tV>... -
Page 40: Uninstalling The Bracket Rack
mounting your Extender uninstalling thE braCKEt raCK Push the Extender device to the right as you press down on the lever extending from the bracket to separate the Extender device from the bracket rack. Loosen the screw holding the bracket in place with a screwdriver. Remove the bracket rack and the supporting ring. -
Page 41: Troubleshooting
Samsung is working hard to ensure that you don't have many problems with your new Extender. If you are experiencing problems getting your Extender to work, first try the troubleshooting tips below. Additional troubleshooting tips are on page 42. For questions about Windows Media Center and Extender, please see Windows Help and Support. On your PC, go to the Start menu and select Help and Support. Always make sure you have downloaded the latest updates on your PC. Problem • Check that the HDMI cable is firmly in place. no video • Check that the TV is set to the correct input. • Turn the TV off and then back on. • Check that the HDMI cable is firmly in place. no audio • Make sure the volume on your TV is turned up to an audible level. • Check that the Ethernet/LAN cable is connected to the correct ports (on both ends) and firmly in place. Wired network • Check that the router is powered on and operating correctly. connection failure • M ake sure that DHCP was selected in the network section of the Media Center Extender setup or that the correct static IP setting has been configured, if DHCP is not used on the network. • Check that you have set the Extender device to use a wireless connection. Wireless network • Make sure you have set wireless security settings to match exactly what you have set up your router to use. connection failure • Check that the distance from the Media Center Extender to the router is within the router's wireless range. solution... - Page 42 • T ry restarting both devices. Shut off the Extender device. Restart the computer and wait for it to fully start; fails to setup in Vista. make sure Media Center has started as well. Then turn back on the Extender device and try association again. you can't find your files on the • C heck that the files are in a watched folder in Vista Media Center. If they are not, add the folder containing Vista media Center the files by selecting Tasks > settings > Library Setup > Add Folders. or media Center Extender. • Check the batteries (the TV should indicate activity if it is receiving a signal). • Check that you are pointing the remote control directly at the TV. remote control • Check that the Samsung TV supports Anynet+ (2008 and later models). does not work. • Anynet+ (HDMI-CEC) must be set to On in the TV's menu. • If you connect your Extender after the TV is on, select the Searching Connections menu on the TV to search for attached devices. (see page 11) solution...
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Page 43: Specifications
PC system requirement Microsoft Windows Vista™ Home Premium or Ultimate Video format MPEG-1/2/4, H.264, WMV (VC-1) audio format PCM, MP3, AC3, WMA, WMApro Picture format JPEG dimension (W*d*h) 154 x 125.4 x 31 (mm) Weight 0.4 kg Some files may not be played. ■ following samsung 008 tV supports the media Center Extender LCD TV 9 series : 46" 55" 8 series : 46" 52" 7 series : 40" 46" 52" 6 series : 32" 40" 46" 52" 5 series : 32" 37" 40" 46" 52" 4 series : 32" 37" 40" PDP TV 7 series : 50" 58" 63" 6 series : 50" 58" 63" 5 series : 50" 58" 4 series : 42" 50" DLP TV 7 series : 61" 67" 6 series : 50" 56" 61" 72"... -
Page 44: Contact Information
Contact information ContaCt information Contact Samsung WORLD-WIDE If you have any questions or comments regarding Samsung products, please contact Samsung customer care center. Country Customer Care Center Web Site Address Samsung Electronics America Inc., 105 Challenger U.S.A. 1-800-SAMSUNG (7267864) www.samsung.com Road, Ridgefield Park, NJ 07660-0511.