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Owner's Instructions
PL50P3H/PL63P3H
IMPORTER
SAMSUNG ELECTRONICS MEXICO. S.A. DE C.V.
Saturno No. 44, Col. Nueva Industrial Vallejo
Gustavo A. Madero C.P. 07700, Mexico D.F. Mexico
TEL) 52-55-5747-5100
EXPORTER
Samsung Electronics co., Ltd.
416, Mae tan-3dong, Pal dal-Gu,
Suwon City, Kyungki-Do Korea
BN68-00452A-00
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- Page 1 Owner’s Instructions PL50P3H/PL63P3H IMPORTER SAMSUNG ELECTRONICS MEXICO. S.A. DE C.V. Saturno No. 44, Col. Nueva Industrial Vallejo Gustavo A. Madero C.P. 07700, Mexico D.F. Mexico TEL) 52-55-5747-5100 EXPORTER Samsung Electronics co., Ltd. 416, Mae tan-3dong, Pal dal-Gu, Suwon City, Kyungki-Do Korea...
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Page 2: Important Safety Information
Warning! Important Safety Instructions Thank You for Choosing Samsung Thank you for choosing Samsung! Your new Samsung product represents the latest in television technology. We designed it with easy-to-use on-screen menus and closed captioning capabilities, making it one of the best products in its class. We are proud to offer you a product that will provide convenient, dependable service and enjoyment for years to come. -
Page 3: Fcc Information
SAMSUNG ELECTRONICS CO., LTD conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada. • The PDP can properly operate in a temperature range of 32~104°F(0~40°C) and 80% humidity. America QA Lab of Samsung Do not use in a hot and humid place. 3351 Michelson Drive, Suite #290, Irvine, CA92612 USA •... -
Page 4: Table Of Contents
Be careful in the selection and duration of television formats used for viewing. Uneven PDP aging as a Connecting a DVD Player ......26 result of format selection and use,as well as burned-in images, are not covered by your Samsung limited warranty. -
Page 5: General Information
General Information Your New Plasma Display Panel ............10 Remote Control Buttons ..............12 Wall Installation Instructions ............14... -
Page 6: Your New Plasma Display Panel
Your New Plasma Display Panel Front Panel Rear Panel PL50P3H Œ Service jack Ø Component Video/Audio Input jacks For service only. (Y/P /Audio L/Audio R) ´ DVI Input jacks Connect to the audio and component output jacks of a DVD player or Set-Top Box. Receives the digital video/audio signals from a set top box or PC. -
Page 7: Remote Control Buttons
(or select your personal, customized picture settings.) Ú MODE button Selects a target device to be controlled by the Samsung Installing the Batteries in Your Remote Control remote control (ie., VCR, Cable, DVD players or STB). If you change modes, the new mode is momentarily displayed on LED. -
Page 8: Wall Installation Instructions
Wall Installation Instructions Installation Notes Fixing the PDP panel to the wall attachment panel bracket Remove the screws on the rear of the PDP panel. Do not install the PDP in any location other than a vertical wall. PL50P3H PL63P3H To protect the performance of the PDP and prevent problems, avoid the following places. - Page 9 How to Adjust Mounting Angle Put the 4 pegs on the PDP in the grooves of the wall mount bracket and pull down on the PDP (Œ) to secure it to the wall mount bracket. (´) Tighten the screws as shown Notice : Please secure the mounting bracket on the wall surface after setting its angle at 0°...
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Page 10: Connections
Connections Connecting VHF and UHF Antennas ..........20 Connecting Cable TV..............20 Connecting Speakers..............22 Connecting a VCR................24 Connecting a Camcorder ..............25 Connecting a DVD Player..............26 Connecting a DTV Receiver ............27... -
Page 11: Connecting Vhf And Uhf Antennas
If your antenna looks like this: it has 75-ohm round leads. cables (which you can buy from your Samsung dealer or any electronics store). Find and disconnect the cable that is con- Plug the antenna lead into the VHF/UHF terminal nected to the ANTENNA IN terminal of on the PDP. -
Page 12: Connecting Speakers
Connecting Speakers External speakers are sold seperately. Check with your dealer. PL50P3H Connecting PDP and Speakers Speaker Audio Cable Speaker Audio Cable PL50P3H Fix the bracket onto the guide pole located on the rear of speaker and fasten the screws. After removing the four screws on the rear of PDP. -
Page 13: Connecting A Vcr
Connecting a VCR Connecting a Camcorder Connecting a VCR to the Video or S-Video/Audio jack Viewing camcorder tapes Camcorder Power Plug Audio Cable Ferrite Cores(PL50P3H) Power Plug S-Video Cable Video Cable Video Cable Ferrite Cores(PL50P3H) Audio Cable How to Connect Connect the Video/Audio cables between the AUDIO(L/R)/VIDEO jacks on the PDP and AUDIO/VIDEO OUT jacks on the VCR. -
Page 14: Connecting A Dvd Player
Connecting a DVD Player Connecting a DTV Receiver (480i, 480p) (480p, 720p, 1080i) This PDP displays the optimum picture in 720p mode. This PDP displays the optimum picture in 720p mode. Playing DVD Watching DTV DVD Player DTV Receiver Power Plug Power Plug Video Cable... -
Page 15: Operation
Operation Turning the PDP On and Off ............30 Memorizing the Channels..............32 Setting Up Your Remote Control ............37... -
Page 16: Turning The Pdp On And Off
Turning the PDP On and Off Turning the PDP On and Off Displaying Status Information Press the INFO button on the remote control. The PDP will Ant 6 Press the Power button on the remote control. display the Picture mode, Sound mode, MTS, Signal and The PDP will be turned on and you will be ready to use it’s Caption. -
Page 17: Memorizing The Channels
Memorizing the Channels Your PDP can memorize and store all of the available channels for both “off-air” (antenna) and cable channels. After the available channels are memorized, use the CH and CH buttons to scan through the channels. This eliminates the need to change channels by entering the channel digits. - Page 18 Adding and Erasing Channels (Manual Method) To View Memorized Channel (PIP Mode) Use the number buttons to directly select the channel that Press the MENU button. Press the UP or DOWN Channel Ant 4 will be added or erased. button to select “Channel”, then press the ENTER Ant/ CATV button.
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Page 19: Setting Up Your Remote Control
The remote control may not be compatible with all DVD Players, VCRs, Cable boxes. Press the CH or CH buttons to change channels. The remote control can operate only on STB made by Samsung. When you press the CH or CH buttons, the PDP changes channels in sequence. -
Page 20: Picture Control
Remote Control Codes VCR Codes Cable Box Codes Picture Control Customizing the Picture ..............40 Using Automatic Picture Settings ............41 Selecting the Color Tone..............42 DNIe (Digital Natural Image engine) ..........43 Viewing the Picture-in-Picture............44 Changing the Screen Size ............50 Freezing the Picture ..............51 DVD Codes... -
Page 21: Customizing The Picture
Customizing the Picture Using Automatic Picture Settings You can use the on-screen menus to change the Contrast, Brightness, Sharpness, Color, Your PDP has automatic picture settings that allow you to adjust the video display easily. and Tint settings of your PDP. Press the MENU button, then press the ENTER Press the MENU button, then press the ENTER Picture... -
Page 22: Selecting The Color Tone
Selecting the Color Tone DNIe (Digital Natural Image engine) Samsung’ s New Technology brings you more detailed images with contrast and white enhancement and 3D noise reduction. Press the MENU button, then press the ENTER Press the MENU button, then press the ENTER... -
Page 23: Viewing The Picture-In-Picture
Viewing the Picture-in-Picture Selecting the PIP Screen Selecting an External Signal You can use PIP to view a signal from an external source, such as a VCR. Press the MENU button. Press the UP or DOWN button to select “PIP”, then press the ENTER button. Press the MENU button. - Page 24 Swapping the Contents of the PIP Image and Main Image Changing the Size of the PIP Window Press the MENU button. Press the UP or DOWN Press the MENU button. Press the UP or DOWN button to select “PIP”, then press the ENTER button. button to select “PIP”, then press the ENTER button.
- Page 25 Changing the Location of the PIP Image Changing the PIP Channel Press the MENU button. Press the UP or DOWN Press the MENU button. Press the UP or DOWN button to select “PIP”, then press the ENTER button. button to select “PIP”, then press the ENTER button. Select Select Source...
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Page 26: Changing The Screen Size
Changing the Screen Size Changing the Screen Size When you press the ASPECT button on the remote control, the PDP’s screen mode should appear in Still sequence. The screen displays in this order: Wide, Panorama, Zoom1, Zoom2, Normal. Press the Still button on the remote control to freeze a moving picture. -
Page 27: Sound Control
Sound Control Customizing the Sound ..............54 Using Automatic Sound Settings ............55 Choosing a Multi-Channel Sound (MTS)Soundtrack ......56 Using the Auto Volume ..............57 Using Dolby Virtual ..............58 Using a Subwoofer ..............59... -
Page 28: Customizing The Sound
Customizing the Sound Using Automatic Sound Settings Press the MENU button. Press the UP or DOWN Press the MENU button. Press the UP or DOWN Sound Sound button to select “Sound”, then press the ENTER button to select “Sound”, then press the ENTER Mode Custom Mode... -
Page 29: Choosing A Multi-Channel Sound (Mts)Soundtrack
Choosing a Multi-Channel Sound (MTS) Using the Auto Volume Soundtrack Each broadcasting station has its own signal conditions, which can make it necessary to adjust the volume every time the channel is changed. “Auto volume” lets you automatically adjust the volume of the desired channel by lowering the sound output when the modula- Depending on the particular program being broadcast, you can listen to stereo, mono, tion signal is high or by raising the sound output when the modulation signal is low. -
Page 30: Using Dolby Virtual
Using Dolby Virtual Using a Subwoofer This feature allows the PDP’s optional L/R speakers to provide a Home Theater-like Dolby effect. The center and surround sounds are mixed into the L/R speakers. Press the MENU button. Press the UP or DOWN Sound button to select “Sound”, then press the ENTER Mode... -
Page 31: Channel Control
Channel Control Fine Tuning Channels..............62 LNA (Low Noise Amplifier) ............63... -
Page 32: Fine Tuning Channels
Fine Tuning Channels LNA (Low Noise Amplifier) Use fine tuning to manually adjust a particular channel for optimal reception. If the TV is operating in a weak-signal area, sometimes the LNA function can improve the reception (a low-noise preamplifier boosts the incoming signal). Press the MENU button. -
Page 33: Connecting A Pc And Operation
Connecting a PC and Operation Connecting to a PC ..............66 Adjusting the PC Screen..............70 Changing the Position of the Image..........71 Changing the Size of the Image ............72 Information ..................73 Picture Quality Adjustment ............74... -
Page 34: Connecting To A Pc
Connecting to a PC Connection to a Macintosh computer may require in adapter. Pin Configuration D-Sub Cable DVI-D Cable (Digital-Only Connector) • 15Pin Signal Cable (based on protruded pin) Power Plug Ferrite Cores(HPN5039) Use the DVI-D connection cable. (sold separately) DVI Cable PC Cable Audio Cable... - Page 35 But even if your actual screens look different, the same, basic set-up information Frequency (Hz) Frequency (KHz) polarity polarity will apply in almost all cases. (If not, contact your computer manufacturer or Samsung Dealer.) 640 X 350 70.086 31.469 85.080 37.861...
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Page 36: Adjusting The Pc Screen
Adjusting the PC Screen Changing the Position of the Image Adjusting the R.G.B After connecting the PDP to your PC, adjust the position of the screen if it is not well-aligned. Preset: • Press the TV/VIDEO button, then press the UP or DOWN button to select PC. Press the ENTER button to select PC mode. -
Page 37: Changing The Size Of The Image
Changing the Size of the Image Information Preset: Preset: • Press the TV/VIDEO button, then press the UP or DOWN button to select PC. • Press the TV/VIDEO button, then press the UP or DOWN button to select PC. Press the ENTER button to select PC mode. Press the ENTER button to select PC mode. -
Page 38: Picture Quality Adjustment
Picture Quality Adjustment Picture Automatic Adjustment Coarse Adjustment Preset: Preset: • Press the TV/VIDEO button, then press the UP or DOWN button to select PC. • Press the TV/VIDEO button, then press the UP or DOWN button to select PC. Press the ENTER button to select PC mode. -
Page 39: Time Setting
Fine Tuning (Fine) Preset: • Press the TV/VIDEO button, then press the UP or DOWN button to select PC. Press the ENTER button to select PC mode. Press the MENU button. Press the UP or DOWN button to select “PC”, then press the ENTER button. Position Adjust Scaling... -
Page 40: Setting The Clock
Setting the Clock Setting the Sleep Timer You can set your PDP to automatically turn off after a preset interval. Press the MENU button. Press the UP or DOWN Press the MENU button. Press the UP or DOWN Function Function button to select “Function”, then press the ENTER button to select “Function”, then press the ENTER Language... -
Page 41: Setting The Timers
Setting the Timers This PDP can be set to turn on or off automatically at specific times that you choose. Before using the timers, you must set the PDP’s clock, as described previously. Setting the On/Off Timer Press the LEFT or RIGHT button to select “Off” or Press the MENU button. -
Page 42: Setting The Preferred Channel And Volume Level
Setting the Preferred Channel and Volume Level The preferred channel and volume can be set for when the timer automatically turns on the TV. Press the MENU button. Press the UP or DOWN Function button to select “Function”, then press the ENTER button. -
Page 43: Selecting A Menu Language
Selecting a Menu Language Viewing Closed Captions Your TV decodes and displays the closed captions that are broadcast with certain TV shows. These captions are usually subtitles for the hearing impaired or foreign- language translations. All VCRs record the closed caption signal from television programs, so home-recorded video tapes also provide closed captions. -
Page 44: Digital Noise Reduction
Digital Noise Reduction Setting Auto Power Off If the broadcast signal received by your TV is weak, you can activate the Digital Noise The PDP can be set to turn off automatically if no buttons are pressed for 3 hours Reduction feature to help reduce any static and ghosting that may appear on the screen. -
Page 45: Using The V-Chip
Using the V-Chip The V-Chip feature automatically locks out programs that are deemed inappropriate for children. The user must enter a PIN (personal ID number) before any of the V-Chip restrictions are set up or changed. Note : When the V-chip feature is activated, the PIP and auto channel program features do not function. - Page 46 How to Set up Restrictions Using the “TV guidelines” At this point, one of the TV-Ratings is selected. Press the RIGHT button : Depending on your existing setup, a letter “U” or “B” will start First, set up a personal identification number (PIN), and enable the V-Chip. (See previous section.) blinking.
- Page 47 How to Set up Restrictions using the MPAA Ratings: G, PG, PG-13, R, NC-17, X How to Reset the TV after the V-Chip Blocks a Channel (“Emergency Escape”) The MPAA rating system uses the Motion Picture Association of America (MPAA) system, and its main application is If the TV is tuned to a restricted channel, the V-Chip will block it.
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Page 48: Selecting The Film Mode
Selecting the Film Mode Press the MENU button. Press the UP or DOWN Function button to select “Function”, then press the ENTER Language English button. Time Caption Auto Power Off V-Chip Film Mode Move Select Menu Press the DOWN button to select Film Mode, then Function press the RIGHT or LEFT button to select “On”... -
Page 49: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting Care and Maintenance With proper care, your PDP will give you many years of service. Please follow these guidelines to get Before you call a service technician, please scan this list of problems and possible solutions. It may save you the maximum performance from your PDP. -
Page 50: Specifications
Specifications Memo Exterior design and product specifications are subject to change without prior notice to improve the performance of this product. This PDP applies to Class B digital device. (Note: Class B system is for home use.) This PDP has been registered for residential use in terms of EMI. So it can be used in all areas as well as residential areas.