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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 • Anynet+ (HDMI-CEC) • Using the My Contents • Using the INFO button • Connecting to a Wired Network • Connecting a USB Device (Now & Next guide) For PDP 550 Series • Screen Display •...

  • Page 3: Channel Menu

    Channel Menu ❑ 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 program information for each channel according to the broadcasting time. ●...

  • Page 4: Using The Channel Menu

    ❑ Using the Channel Menu Press the CONTENT button to select Watch TV, and then select the menu you want to use. Each screen will be displayed. Watch TV Guide Schedule Manager ◀ ▶ Channel List Channel Manager My Contents Source ●...
  • Page 5 Guide ■ CONTENT → → → Watch TV Guide ENTERE The EPG (Electronic Program Guide) information is provided by broadcasters. Using program schedules provided by broadcasters, you can specify programs you want to watch in advance so that the channel automatically changes to the selected program channel at the specified time.
  • Page 6 Using the operation buttons with the Guide. ● (Schedule Mgr): Displays Guide Fri, 1 Jan 2:10 am DTV Air 05.1 Globo HD Schedule Manager. TELA QUENTE (HD) 10:05 pm - 12:10 pm ● Green (-24 Hours): Viewing the DESVENTURAS EM SERIE (HD) Channel View - All Channels list of program to be broadcasted Today...
  • Page 7 Schedule Manager ■ CONTENT → → → Watch TV Schedule Manager ENTERE You can view, modify or delete a channel you have reserved to watch. Using the 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.
  • Page 8 ● Repeat: Select Once, Manual, to set at Sat~Sun, Mon~Fri Everyday your convenience. If you select Manual, you can set the day you want. mark indicates the date you’ve selected. ● Date: you can set the desired date. It is available when you select in Repeat.
  • Page 9 On the screen, you can change or cancel a reserved Information information. ● Schedules: Cancel a show you have reserved to watch. Cancel ● Edit: Change a show you have reserved to watch. ● Return: Return to the previous screen. ◀...

  • Page 10: Channel List

    Channel List ■ You can view channel information. Channel List When you press the CH LIST button on the TV#6 TV#7 remote control, Channel List screen will be TV#6 TV#6 displayed at once. TV#6 Using the color buttons with the Channel Antenna Program View L Ch.Mode E Watch k Page...
  • Page 11 How to use Timer Viewing in Channel List (digital channels only) When you set the Timer Viewing Channel List, you can only set the program in Program View. 1. Press the CH LIST button, then select a desired digital channel. 2.
  • Page 12 Channel Manager ■ CONTENT → → → Watch TV Channel Manager ENTERE You can edit the channel to your preference. ● ) All: Shows all currently available Channel Manager Seclected item: 4 Channel Number channels. C -- C -- C -- C -- C -- C --...
  • Page 13 Channel Status Display Icons Icon Operations An analog channel. A channel selected. A channel set as a favorite. A locked channel. ◀ ▶ English...
  • Page 14 Channel Manager Option Menu Set each channel using the menu options (Watch, Add to Channel Manager Favorites Edit Favorites, Lock / Unlock, Channel Name Edit, Edit Channel Number, Delete, Deselect All, Select All). Option menu items may differ depending on the channel status. 1.
  • Page 15 ● Watch: Watch the selected channel. ● Add to Favorites Edit Favorites: Set channels you watch frequently as favorites. / Add or Delete the selected channel in Favourites 1-5. 1. Select the Add to Favorites Edit Favorites, then press the ENTERE button.
  • Page 16 ● / Unlock: Lock a channel so that the channel cannot be selected and Lock 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 17 ● Number: Edit the number by pressing the number buttons Edit Channel desired. This function may not be supported depending on the region. ● Delete: Delete a channel to display the channels you want. ● Select All: Select all the channels in the channel list. ◀...

  • Page 18: Memorising Channels

    ❑ Memorising Channels → → MENUm Channel ENTERE 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 or a Cable system).
  • Page 19 Auto Tuning ■ Scan for all channels with active broadcast stations and stores them in the TV. If the antenna is connected to ANT 2 IN (CABLE), select Cable and if it is connected to ANT 1 IN (AIR), select Air. If a channel is locked using the Channel Lock function, the PIN input window...
  • Page 20 Digital Manual Tuning ■ Scans for a channel manually and stores in the TV. Press the button to select New. If a channel is locked using the Channel Lock function, the PIN input window appears. ● Channel: Set the channel number using the u, or number (0-9) buttons.

  • Page 21: Other Features

    ❑ Other Features Fine Tune ■ If the reception is clear, you do not have to fine tune the channel, as this is done automatically during the search and store operation. If the signal is weak or distorted, fine tune the channel manually. Scroll to the left or right until the image is clear.

  • Page 22: Basic Features

    Basic Features ❑ Changing the Preset Picture Mode → → → MENUm Picture Picture Mode ENTERE Picture Mode ■ Select your preferred picture type. When connecting a PC, you can only select Entertain and Standard. ● Dynamic: Suitable for a bright room. ●...

  • Page 23: Adjusting Picture Settings

    ❑ Adjusting Picture Settings → → MENUm Picture ENTERE Cell Light Contrast Brightness Sharpness Color Tint (G/R) ■ Your television has several setting options for picture quality control. In analog TV, modes of the PAL system, the Tint (G/R) function is not available.

  • Page 24: Changing The Picture Size

    ❑ Changing the Picture Size → → → MENUm Picture Screen Adjustment ENTERE Screen Adjustment ■ ● 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 25 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 center of the screen may cause image retention (screen burn) which are not covered by the warranty. Screen Fit: Displays the full image without any cut-off when HDMI (720p / 1080i / 1080p) or Component (1080i / 1080p) signals are inputted.

  • Page 26: Screen Fit

    Input Source Picture Size ATV, AV 16:9, Wide Zoom, Zoom, 4:3 DTV (720p, 1080i, 1080p) 16:9, Wide Zoom, Zoom, 4:3 Component (480i, 480p, 576i, 576p) 16:9, Wide Zoom, Zoom, 4:3 Component (720p ,1080i, 1080p) 16:9, Wide Zoom, Zoom, 4:3, Screen Fit HDMI (720p, 1080i, 1080p) 16:9, Wide Zoom, Zoom, 4:3, Screen Fit 16:9, 4:3...

  • Page 27: Changing The Picture Options

    Advanced Settings Movie mode) Black Tone : Off ► Dynamic Contrast : Medium Gamma Compared to previous models, new Samsung RGB Only Mode : Off Color Space : Native TVs have a more precise picture. White Balance ◀ ▶ Flesh Tone When connecting a PC, you can only make ▼...
  • Page 28 ● Black Tone (Off / Darkest): Select the black level to adjust the Dark Darker screen depth. ● Dynamic Contrast (Off / High): Adjust the screen contrast. Medium ● Gamma: Adjust the primary color intensity. ● RGB Only Mode (Off / Blue): Displays the Green Red, Green...
  • Page 29 ● Balance: Adjust the color temperature for a more natural picture. White R-Offset G-Offset / B-Offset: Adjust each color’s (red, green, blue) darkness. R-Gain G-Gain / B-Gain: Adjust each color’s (red, green, blue) brightness. Reset: Resets the White Balance to its default settings. ●...
  • Page 30 Picture Options ■ → → → MENUm Picture Picture Options ENTERE When connecting a PC, you can only make changes to the Color Tone. ● Color Tone (Cool Standard Warm1 Picture Options Color Tone : Standard ► Warm2) Digital Noise Filter : Auto MPEG Noise Filter : Auto...
  • Page 31 ● Digital Noise Filter (Off Medium High Auto Auto Visualization): 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. When the signal is weak, try other options until the best picture is displayed.
  • Page 32 ● HDMI Black Level (Low / Normal): Selects the black level on the screen to adjust the screen depth. Available only in HDMI mode. ● Film Mode (Off ): Sets the TV Auto1 Auto2 Cinema Smooth for 550 Series to automatically sense and process film signals from all sources and adjusts the picture for optimum quality.
  • Page 33 Reset Picture (OK / Cancel) ■ Resets your current picture mode to its default settings. ◀ ▶ English...

  • Page 34: Setting Up The Tv With Your Pc

    ❑ Setting up the TV with Your PC Set the input source to PC. Auto Adjustment ■ → → → MENUm Picture Auto Adjustment ENTERE Adjust frequency values / positions and fine tune the settings automatically. Not available when connecting with an HDMI to DVI cable. ◀...
  • Page 35 PC Screen Adjustment ■ → → → → MENUm Picture Screen Adjustment PC Screen Adjustment ENTERE ● Coarse / Fine: Removes or reduces picture noise. If the noise is not removed by Fine-tuning alone, then adjust the frequency as best as possible (Coarse) and Fine-tune again.
  • Page 36 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.) 1. Click on “Control Panel” on the Windows start menu.

  • Page 37: Changing The Preset Sound Mode

    ❑ Changing the Preset Sound Mode → → → MENUm Sound Sound Mode ENTERE Sound Mode ■ (standard sound mode only) ● Standard: Selects the normal sound mode. ● Music: Emphasizes music over voices. ● Movie: Provides the best sound for movies. ◀...

  • Page 38: Adjusting Sound Settings

    ❑ Adjusting Sound Settings → → MENUm Sound ENTERE Sound Effect ■ Speaker Select is set to External Speaker, Sound Effect is disabled. ● SRS TruSurround HD (Off / On) (standard sound mode only) This function provides a virtual 5.1 channel surround sound experience through ◀...
  • Page 39 ● Equalizer Adjusts the sound mode (standard sound mode only). ● Balance L/R: Adjusts the balance between the right and left speaker. ● 100Hz 300Hz 1kHz 3kHz 10kHz (Bandwidth Adjustment): Adjusts the level of specific bandwidth frequencies. ● Reset: Resets the equalizer to its default settings. ◀...
  • Page 40 Broadcast Audio Options ■ ● Multi-Track Sound (MTS) (analog channels only) Mono: Choose for channels that are broadcasting in mono or if you are having difficulty receiving a stereo signal. Stereo: Choose for channels that are broadcasting in stereo. SAP: Choose to listen to the Separate Audio Program, which is usually a foreign-language translation.
  • Page 41 ● (digital channels only) Audio Language 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, a sound echo may occur due to the decoding speed difference between the main speaker and the audio receiver.
  • Page 42 Additional Settings ■ (digital channels only) ● DTV Audio Level (MPEG / HE-AAC): 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...
  • Page 43 ● 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. Format: You can select the Digital Audio output (SPDIF) format. Audio The available Digital Audio output(SPDIF) format may differ depending on the input source.
  • Page 44 ● 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 RF 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 45 Speaker Settings ■ ● Speaker Select (External Speaker 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 External Speaker, the volume and MUTE buttons will not operate and the sound settings will be limited.
  • Page 46 ● Auto Volume (Off / Night) Normal 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. ◀ ▶...
  • Page 47 Reset Sound (Yes / No) ■ Reset all sound settings to the factory defaults. ◀ ▶ English...

  • Page 48: Preference Features

    Preference Features ❑ Connecting to a Wired Network For PDP 550 Series 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.
  • Page 49 ● 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. The Modem Port on the Wall External Modem...
  • Page 50 ● 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 51 ● 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 52 Network Settings ■ → → → MENUm Network Network Settings ENTERE Set the network connection to use AllShare™ and perform software upgrade. Network Status ■ → → → MENUm Network Network Status ENTERE You can check the current network and Internet status. ◀...
  • Page 53 Network Settings (Auto) ■ Use the Automatic Network Settings 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 1. Go to Network Settings screen.
  • Page 54 If it fails to set automatically, check the Network Setting Wired network and Internet connection completed. connection of LAN port. MAC Address 00:40:30:30:20:10 IP Address 192.168.10.21 Subnet Mask 255.255.255.0 If you cannot find network connection Gateway 192.168.10.1 DNS Server 203.248.252.2 Internet is connected successfully.
  • Page 55 Network Settings (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: 1.
  • Page 56 How to set up manually To set up your TV’s cable network connection manually, follow these steps: 1. Follow Steps 1 through 2 in the “How to set up automatically” procedure. 2. Select the on network test screen. IP Settings IP Settings Internet Protocol Setup : Manual...
  • Page 57 5. Enter the Gateway, and values. Use the IP Address, Subnet Mask, DNS Server number buttons on your remote to enter numbers and the arrow buttons to move from one entry field to another. 6. When done, select the OK. 7.

  • Page 58: Connecting To A Wireless Network

    To connect your TV to your network wireless, you need a wireless router or modem and a Samsung Wireless LAN Adapter (WIS09ABGN, WIS09ABGN2, WIS10ABGN - sold separately) , which you connect to your TV’s back or side panel USB port See the illustration below.
  • Page 59 Samsung’s Wireless LAN adapter is sold separately and is offered by selected retailers, Ecommerce sites and Samsungparts.com. 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 IEEE 802.11b/g connection, the video may not play smoothly.
  • Page 60 ● 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 AP, Samsung TVs will not support a connection in compliance with new Wi-Fi certification specifications. ◀...
  • Page 61 ● If your router, modem, or device is not certified, it may not connect to the TV. ● Ensure the TV is turned on before you connect the Samsung Wireless LAN Adapter. ● Connection Methods: You can setup the wireless network connection on five ways.
  • Page 62 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 63 ● Method: Connect via an extension cable To reconnect the Samsung Wireless LAN Adapter using the extension cable, follow these steps: 1. Connect the extension cable to the USB 1 (HDD) port. 2. Connect the extension cable and Samsung Wireless LAN Adapter.
  • Page 64 Network Settings (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 65 3. The function searches for available wireless networks. When done, it Network displays a list of the available networks. 4. In the list of networks, press the button to select a network, and then press the ENTERE button. If the Access Point (AP) is set to Hidden (Invisible), you have to select Network and enter the correct Network Name (SSID)
  • Page 66 6. If the AP has security, enter the Security key Network Settings Enter security key. 0 entered (Security or PIN), then select Next. When you enter the Security key (Security or PIN), use buttons on your remote to select Delete Space Done number/characters.
  • Page 67 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: 1.
  • Page 68 How to set up manually To set up your TV’s cable network connection manually, follow these steps: 1. Follow Steps 1 through 2 in the “How to set up automatically” procedure. 2. Select the IP Settings on network test screen. 3.
  • Page 69 Network Setup (WPS(PBC)) ■ How to set up using WPS(PBC) If your router has a PBC (WPS) button, follow these steps: 1. Go to Network Settings screen. To enter it, Network Setting Select a network connection type. follow the directions of Network Settings.
  • Page 70 Network Settings (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 Connection, you One Foot must connect using one of the other methods.
  • Page 71 If you want to try using Foot Connection again, reset the wireless router, disconnect the Samsung Wireless LAN Adapter and then try again from Step 1. You can also choose one of the other connection setup methods.
  • Page 72 4. The network connection screen appears, and network setting is done. 5. Place the wireless router in a desired location. If the wireless router settings change or you install a new wireless router, you must perform the procedure again, beginning One Foot Connection from Step 1.
  • Page 73 ▶ Turn on the power of wireless router and TV. 1. Insert USB memory stick into our Samsung wireless router and checking wireless router LED status (blinking → on). 2. Then take USB memory out and insert it into Samsung TV.
  • Page 74 Plug & Access again, reset the wireless router, disconnect the Samsung Wireless LAN Adapter and then try again from Step 1. You can also choose one of the other connection setup methods. 4. The network connection screen appears, and network setting is done.
  • Page 75 Samsung wireless Router is optimized HD AV streaming for Samsung DTV This is our product’s distinctive function. Samsung wireless Router can be connected with many devices, such as laptop, mobile phone, BD player etc. In case of connecting Samsung TV to Samsung wireless Router while other devices are connected, Samsung wireless Router will give Samsung TV a priority ◀...
  • Page 76 ■ You can connect to a mobile device supporting Ad-hoc without an AP through the “Samsung Wireless LAN Adapter”. When connecting mobile device, you can use files on device or connect internet using AllShare or Multimedia function. How to connect to new Ad-hoc 1.
  • Page 77 3. When finished searching a mobile device, set the Network Name (SSID) Security key of the device, and then connect the network. 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.
  • Page 78 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 79: Setting The Time

    ❑ Setting the Time → → MENUm System ENTERE Time ■ ● Clock: Setting the clock is for using various timer features of the TV. The current time will appear every time you press the INFO button. If you disconnect the power cord, you have to set the clock again. –...
  • Page 80 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. – Clock Set: Set the Day, Month, Year, Hour, Minute, am/pm. Available only when Clock Mode is set to Manual.
  • Page 81 Using the Sleep Timer → → → → MENUm System Time Sleep Timer ENTERE ● 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. Sleep ◀...
  • Page 82 Setting the On / Off Timer ● On Timer 1 On Timer 2 On Timer On Timer 1 Setup Three different on timer settings can be Once made. You must set the clock first. On Time Volume Setup: Select Off, Once, Everyday, Source Antenna Channel...
  • Page 83 Time: Set the hour, minute, and am/pm. Volume: Set the desired volume level. Source: Select content to be played when the TV is turned on automatically. (USB can be selected only when a USB device is connected to the TV) Antenna (when the Source...
  • Page 84 (available only when the TV is turned on by Timer): The Auto Power Off TV will be automatically turned off after 4 hours of being left idle to prevent overheating. 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.
  • Page 85 ● Each USB you use is assigned its own folder. When using more than one of the same type of USB, make sure the folders assigned to each USB have different names. ● It is recommended that you use a USB memory stick and a multi card reader when using Timer.
  • Page 86 ● Off Timer 1 Off Timer 2 Off Timer Off Timer 1 Three different off timer settings can be Setup Once made. You must set the clock first. Off Time Setup: Select Off, Once, Everyday, Mon~Fri, Mon~Sat, Sat~Sun Manual U Adjust E Enter R Return to set at your convenience.

  • Page 87: Locking Programs

    ❑ Locking Programs → → → MENUm System Security ENTERE Security ■ The PIN input screen appears, Enter your 4 digit PIN number. The default PIN number of a new TV set is “0-0-0-0”. ● Channel Lock (Off / On): Lock channels in Channel Manager, to prevent unauthorized users, such as children, from watching unsuitable program.
  • Page 88 ● PIN: The screen will appear. Choose any 4 digits for your Change Change PIN PIN and enter it in PIN. Re-enter the same 4 digits in Enter New Confirm New PIN. When the Confirm screen disappears, press the button. The TV has memorized your new PIN.

  • Page 89: Economical Solutions

    ❑ Economical Solutions Eco Solution ■ → → → MENUm System Eco Solution ENTERE ● Energy Saving (Off Medium High Picture Off) t: This adjusts the brightness of the TV in order to reduce power consumption. If you select Picture Off, the screen is turned off, but the sound remains on.
  • Page 90 Light: When is On, the minimum screen brightness can Min Cell Eco sensor be adjusted manually. Eco Sensor is On, the display brightness may change (become slightly darker or brighter) depending on the surrounding light intensity. ● No Signal Power Off (Off 15 min 30 min min): To avoid unnecessary...

  • Page 91: Picture In Picture (Pip)

    ❑ Picture In Picture (PIP) → → → MENUm System ENTERE ■ You can watch the TV tuner and one external video source simultaneously. (Picture-in-Picture) does not function in the same mode. ● PIP (Off / On): Activate or deactivate the PIP function. ●...
  • Page 92 NOTE ● For PIP sound, refer to the Sound Select instructions. ● If you turn the TV off while watching in PIP mode, the PIP window will disappear. ● The PIP funciton is not available in mode. for PDP 490 series and above ●...

  • Page 93: Other Features

    ❑ Other Features → → MENUm System ENTERE Language ■ ● Menu Language: Set the menu language. ● Preference (Primary Audio Language / Secondary Audio Language / Primary Subtitle Language / Secondary Subtitle Language / Primary Teletext Language / Secondary Teletext Language): Select a language, ◀...
  • Page 94 Subtitle ■ (digital channels only) Use this menu to set the Subtitle mode. ● Subtitle (Off / On): Switches subtitles on or off. ● Mode (Normal / Hearing Impaired): Sets the subtitle mode. ● Subtitle Language: Sets the subtitle language. If the program you are watching does not support the Hearing Impaired ◀...
  • Page 95 (analog channels only) Caption ■ (On-Screen Text Messages) ● Caption (Off / On): You can switch the caption function on or off. If captions are not available, they will not be displayed on the screen. Caption feature does not work with devices connected to the TV through the Component, HDMI or PC input jacks.
  • Page 96 Screen Burn Protection ■ To reduce the possibility of screen burn, this unit is equipped with screen burn prevention technology. The Time setting allows you to program the time between movement of the picture in minutes. ● Pixel Shift (Off / On): Using this function, you can minutely move pixels on the PDP in horizontal or vertical direction to minimize after image on the screen.
  • Page 97 ● Auto Protection Time (Off hour): If the screen 10 min 20 min 40 min remains idle with a still image for a certain period of time defined by the user, the screen saver is activated to prevent the formation of ghost images on the screen.
  • Page 98 ● Side Grey (Light / Dark): When you watch TV with the screen ratio set to 4:3, the screen is prevented from any damage by adjusting the white balance on both extreme left and right sides. General ■ ● Game Mode (Off / On): When connecting to a game console such as PlayStation™...
  • Page 99 Menu Transparency (Bright / Dark): Set the Transparency of the menu. ● Boot Logo (Off / On): Display Samsung logo when the TV is turned on. ◀ ▶ ● : Sets the TV name so you can find it easily on a...
  • Page 100 DivX® Video On Demand ■ Shows the registration code authorized for the TV. If you connect to the DivX web site and register, you can download the VOD registration file. If you play the VOD registration using My Contents, the registration is completed. For more information on DivX®...
  • Page 101 Network Remote Control (On / Off) ■ for PDP 550 Series Turn on/off or give permission to Samsung mobile phones devices. You must have a Samsung Mobile phone/device which supports Wireless Remote Control. For more details, refer to each device’s manual. ◀ ▶...

  • Page 102: Support Menu

    ❑ Support Menu → → MENUm Support ENTERE e-Manual ■ You can read the introduction and instructions about the TV features stored in your For the detailed information about e-Manual Screen, refer to “How to view the e-Manual” in User Manual. ◀...
  • Page 103 Test: Use to check for picture problems. Yes: If the test pattern does not appear or there is noise in the test pattern, select Yes. There may be a problem with the TV. Contact Samsung’s Call Center for assistance. No: If the test pattern is properly displayed, select No. There may be a problem ◀...
  • Page 104 MUTE button. Yes: If you can hear sound only from one speaker or not at all during the sound test, select Yes. There may be a problem with the TV. Contact Samsung’s Call Center for assistance.
  • Page 105 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 center. ◀ ▶...

  • Page 106: Software Upgrade

    Software Upgrade ■ Software Upgrade can be performed by Software Upgrade network connection or downloading the latest Current Version 2011/01/18_000001 firmware from “www.samsung.com.” to a USB By USB memory device. By Online Alternative Software ----/--/--_----- Standby Mode Upgrade : Off Current Version the software already installed in the TV.
  • Page 107 ● USB: Insert a USB drive containing the firmware upgrade file, downloaded from TV Rear Panel “www.samsung.com,” into the TV. Please be careful not to disconnect the power or USB Drive remove the USB drive until upgrades are complete. The TV will be turned off and on ●...
  • Page 108 ● : Upgrade the software using the Internet. By Online for PDP 550 Series First, configure your network. For detailed procedures on using the Network Setup, refer to the “Network Settings” instructions. If the internet connection doesn’t operate properly, the connection may be broken.
  • Page 109 ● (backup) : Displays the software version Alternative Software for PDP 550 Series downloaded through Online. When the upgrade discontinue s from last step during the software upgrading, this function will be activated. ● Standby Mode Upgrade (Off 1 hour later 2 hour later 12:00 am 02:00...
  • Page 110 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 centers and how to download products and software. ◀ ▶ English...

  • Page 111: Advanced Features

    ■ This exciting new feature enables you to view 3D content. In order to fully enjoy this feature, you must purchase a pair of Samsung 3D Active Glasses (SSG-3100GB, SSG-3300GR, SSG-3300CR, SSG-3700CR) to view 3D video. Samsung 3D Active Glasses are sold separately. For more detailed purchasing information, contact the retailer where you purchased this TV.
  • Page 112 IMPORTANT HEALTH AND SAFETY INFORMATION FOR 3D PICTURES. Read and understand the following safety information before using the TV’s 3D function. WARNING ● Some viewers may experience discomfort while viewing 3D TV such as dizziness, nausea and headaches. If you experience any such symptom, stop viewing 3D TV, remove 3D Active Glasses and rest.
  • Page 113 ● A responsible adult should frequently check on children who are using the 3D function. If there are any reports of tired eyes, headaches, dizziness, or nausea, have the child stop viewing 3D TV and rest. ● Do not use the 3D Active Glasses for other purposes (such as general eyeglasses, sunglasses, protective goggles, etc.) ●...
  • Page 114 ● Mode: Select the 3D input format. If you want to feel the 3D effect fully, please wear the 3D Active Glasses first, and then select 3D Mode from the list below that provides the best 3D viewing experience. When watching 3D images, turn on 3D Active Glasses. 3D Mode Operation Turns the 3D function off.
  • Page 115 → 3D.” Some file format may not supported the “2D “Side by Side” and “Top & Bottom” are available when the resolution is 720p, 1080i and 1080p in DTV, HDMI and USB mode or when set to PC and the PC is connected through an HDMI/DVI cable. ●...
  • Page 116 Resolution supported for HDMI PC mode The resolution for HDMI PC mode is optimized to 1920 x 1080 input. An input resolution other than 1920 x 1080 may not be displayed properly in 3D display or full screen mode. ◀ ▶...
  • Page 117 How to watch the 3D image Some 3D modes may not be available depending on the format of the image source. To watch in 3D, wear 3D Active Glasses and press the power button on the glasses. 1. Press the MENU button on your remote, use the button to select Picture, 3D Mode...
  • Page 118 3. Use the button to select Mode, and 3D Mode then press the button. ENTERE 4. Use the button to select the Mode. 5. Using the buttons on your remote control, select the 3D Mode of the image you want to U Off LMove E Enter R Return view.
  • Page 119 Supported formats and operating specifications for Standard HDMI 3D The 3D formats indicated below are recommended by the HDMI association and must be supported. Source signal format Standard HDMI 1.4 3D 1920x1080p@24Hz x 2 1920x2205p@24Hz 1280x720p@50Hz/60Hz x 2 1280x1470p@50Hz/60Hz ◀ ▶...
  • Page 120 Before using 3D function... NOTE ● You may notice a small amount of screen flickering when watching 3D images in poor light conditions (from a strobe light, etc.), or under a fluorescent lamp (50Hz ~ 60Hz) or 3 wavelength lamp. If so, dim the light or turn the lamp off.
  • Page 121 ● is not supported in mode. ● 3D Active Glasses from Samsung’s previous product (IR type) or other manufacturers may not be supported. ● When the TV is initially powered on, may take some time until the 3D display is optimized.
  • Page 122 ● When watching pictures from a 50Hz 3D source visually-sensitive viewers may see some flicker on bright images. ● Be sure to stay within the viewing angle and optimum TV viewing distance when watching 3D pictures. Otherwise, you may not be able to enjoy proper 3D effects.

  • Page 123: Allshare™ For Pdp 550 Series

    For PDP 550 Series 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 124 If your Samsung TV connects to a non-Samsung DLNA server, a compatibility issue may occur during video playback. By connecting your Samsung TV to a network via AllShare™, you can use Samsung’s original functions as follows: – Playback of various video formats (DivX,XVID, MP4, 3GPP, AVI, ASF, MKV, etc.)
  • Page 125 ❑ Setting Up AllShare™ For PDP 550 Series → → → MENUm Network AllShare Settings ENTERE AllShare Settings ■ ● Media (On / Off): Enables or disables the AllShare Settings media function. When the media function is Media : On ►...
  • Page 126 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. ● Allowed / Denied: Allows/Blocks the the devices. ●...
  • Page 127 Using the Media Function An alarm window appears informing the user that the media contents (videos, photos, music) sent from a mobile phone will be displayed on your TV. The contents are played automatically 3 seconds after the alarm window appears. If you press the RETURN or EXIT button when the alarm window appears, the media contents are not played.
  • Page 128 ● To turn off the media contents transmission from the mobile phone, set Media in the AllShare Settings. ● Contents may not be played on your TV depending on their resolution and format. ● ENTERE buttons may not work depending on the type of media content.

  • Page 129: Anynet+ (Hdmi-Cec)

    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 130 For the method of connecting external devices , refer to the supported user manual. NOTE ● Connect the Optical cable between the DIGITAL AUDIO OUT (OPTICAL) jack on your TV and the Digital Audio Input on the Home Theater. ● When following the connection above, the Optical jack only outputs 2 channel audio.
  • Page 131 ● You can connect only one Home Theater. ● You can connect an Anynet+ device using the HDMI cable. Some HDMI cables may not support Anynet+ functions. ● Anynet+ works when the AV device supporting Anynet+ is in the standby or on status.
  • Page 132 Anynet+ Menu 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) MENU Shows the connected device menus.

  • Page 133: Setting Up Anynet

    ❑ Setting Up Anynet+ → → → MENUm System Anynet+ (HDMI-CEC) ENTERE 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 are deactivated.
  • Page 134 ❑ Switching between Anynet+ Devices 1. Press the TOOLS button to select Anynet+ (HDMI-CEC). And then press the ENTERE button to select Device List. If you cannot find a device you want, press the button to refresh the list. 2. Select a device and press the ENTERE button.

  • Page 135: Listening Through A Receiver

    ❑ Listening through a Receiver You can listen to sound through a receiver (i.e Home Theater) instead of the Speaker. 1. Select Receiver and set to On. 2. 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 ◀...

  • Page 136: Troubleshooting For Anynet

    ❑ Troubleshooting for Anynet+ Problem Possible Solution • Check if the device is an Anynet+ device. The Anynet+ system Anynet+ does not work. supports Anynet+ devices only. • Only one receiver (home Theater) can be connected. • Check if the Anynet+ device power cord is properly connected. •...
  • Page 137 Problem Possible Solution • Check if the Anynet+ device is properly connected to the TV and I want to start Anynet+. check if the Anynet+ (HDMI-CEC) is set to in the Anynet+ Setup menu. • Press the TOOLS button to display the Anynet+ menu and select a menu you want.
  • Page 138 Problem Possible Solution • Check whether or not the device supports Anynet+ functions. The connected device is not displayed. • Check whether or not the HDMI cable is properly connected. • Check whether Anynet+ (HDMI-CEC) is set to in the Anynet+ setup menu.

  • Page 139: Using The My Contents

    ❑ Using the My Contents Enjoy photos, music and/or movie files saved on My Contents a USB Mass Storage Class (MSC) Videos Photos Music 1. Press the CONTENT button. 2. Press the button to select Source Watch TV desired menu (Videos, Photos, Music), then press the...

  • Page 140: Connecting A Usb Device

    ❑ Connecting a USB Device 1. Turn on your TV. 2. Connect a USB device containing photo, music and/or movie files to the USB jack TV Rear Panel on the side of the TV. 3. When USB is connected to the TV, popup USB Drive window appears.
  • Page 141 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 142 ● Do not disconnect the USB device while it is loading. ● The higher the resolution of the image, the longer it takes to display on the screen. ● The maximum supported JPEG resolution is 15360X8640 pixels. ● For unsupported or corrupted files, the “Not Supported File Format” message is displayed.
  • Page 143 ● If more than 2 PTP devices are connected, you can only use one at a time. ● If more than two MSC devices are connected, some of them may not be recognized. A USB device that requires high power (more than 500mA or 5V) may not be supported.
  • Page 144 ● If a USB extension cable is used, the USB device may not be recognized or the files on the device may not be read. ● If a USB device connected to the TV is not recognized, 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 145: Screen Display

    ❑ Screen Display Move to the desired file using the buttons and then press the ENTERE (Play) button. The file is played. My Contents screen may differ ∂ depending on the way to enter the screen. Information: You can ascertain the selected device name, contents mode, folder/file name, page and sorting list.

  • Page 146: Videos

    Videos ■ Playing Video 1. Press the button to select the desired video in the file list. 2. Press the ENTERE button or (Play) ∂ button. – The selected file name is displayed on L Jump T Tools R Return ◀...
  • Page 147 – During video playback, you can search using 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 148 ● Supported Video Formats Frame rate Bit rate File Extension Container Video Codec Resolution Audio Codec (fps) (Mbps) DivX 3.11 / 4.x / 5.1 / 6.0 1920x1080 6 ~ 30 MP3 / AC3 XviD 1920x1080 6 ~ 30 *.avi / LPCM / H.264 BP / MP / HP 1920x1080 6 ~ 30...
  • Page 149 Frame rate Bit rate File Extension Container Video Codec Resolution Audio Codec (fps) (Mbps) H.264 BP / MP / HP 1920x1080 6 ~ 30 ADPCM / *.3gp 3GPP AAC / HE- MPEG4 SP / ASP 1920x1080 6 ~ 30 MPEG1 1920x1080 24 / 25 / 30 AC3 / MPEG...
  • Page 150 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 bitrate/frame rate above the compatible Frame/sec listed in the table above. ●...
  • Page 151 Video Decoder Audio Decoder • • Supports up to H.264, Level 4.1 Supports up to WMA 7, 8, 9 STD and 9 PRO • • H.264 FMO / ASO / RS, VC1 SP / MP / AP L4 WMA sampling rate 22050Hz mono is not and AVCHD are not supported.

  • Page 152: Music

    Music ■ Playing Music 1. Press the button to select the desired Music in the file list. 2. Press the ENTERE button or (Play) ∂ button. – You can use (REW) and (FF) � µ E Enter L Pages T Tools R Return ◀...
  • Page 153 Playing selected music 1. Press the (Edit Mode) button. 2. Select the desired music. mark appears to the left of the selected files. 3. Press the TOOLS button and select Play Selected Contents. You can select or deselect all music pressing the Select All Deselect All.

  • Page 154: Photos

    Photos ■ Viewing a Photo (or Slide Show) 1. Press the button to select Nomal the desired photo in the file list. 2. Press the ENTERE button. ● When a selected photo is displayed, press the ENTERE button to start the E Pause L Previous/Next T Tools...
  • Page 155 ● During the slide show, all files in the file list will be displayed in order. When you press the (Play) button in the file list, slide show will be ∂ started immediately. Music files can be automatically played during the Slide Show if the Background Music is set to On.

  • Page 156: Additional Functions

    My Contents - Additional Functions ❑ Videos/Music/Photos Play Option menu During playing a file, press the TOOLS button. Category Operation Videos Music Photos Title Search You can move the other file directly. You can search the video using Time Search button at one minute interval or entering the ◀...
  • Page 157 Category Operation Videos Music Photos Sound Mode You can adjust the sound setting. Start Slide Show / You can start or pause a Slide Show. Pause Slide Show You can select the slide show speed during Slide Show Speed the slide show. You can on/off background music when Background Music watching a Slide Show.
  • Page 158 Category Operation Videos Music Photos Rotate You can rotate images in full screen mode. You can see detailed information about the Information played file. You can play a video with Subtitles. This Subtitle Setting function only works if the subtitles file has the same file name as the video.

  • Page 159: Other Information

    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, or contact the call center listed on the back-cover of this manual.
  • Page 160 Issues Solutions and Explanations • Compression of video contents may cause picture distortion especially The picture is distorted: macro block error, small block, dots, in fast moving pictures such as sports and action movies. pixelization • Low signal level or bad quality can cause picture distortion. This is not a TV issue.
  • Page 161 Issues Solutions and Explanations • If the picture size is set to Screen Fit, change it to 16:9. There is a dotted line on the edge of the screen. • Change cable/satellite box resolution. • If you are using an AV composite input, connect the video cable (yellow) The picture is black and white.
  • Page 162 Issues Solutions and Explanations • Set the Speaker Select option to TV Speaker in the Sound menu. The picture is good but there is no sound. • If you are using an external device, make sure the audio cables are connected to the correct audio input jacks on the TV.
  • Page 163 Issues Solutions and Explanations No Picture, No Video • Ensure the Sleep Timer is set to in the System menu. The TV turns off automatically. • 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 164 PC. Network Connection For PDP 550 Series ◀ ▶ • The Samsung Wireless LAN Adapter is required to use a wireless The wireless network network. connection failed. • Make sure the Network Connection is set to Wireless. •...
  • Page 165 Issues Solutions and Explanations 3D For PDP 490 Series and above • If there is a problem, keep other electronic devices as far away as The 3D Active Glasses may not work properly if there is any possible from the 3D Active Glasses. other 3D product or electronic devices turned on near the glasses or TV.
  • Page 166 Issues Solutions and Explanations Others • Remove the left and right audio connections from the set-top-box. If the Purple/green rolling horizontal bars and buzzing noise buzzing stops, this indicates that the set-top-box has a grounding issue. from the TV speakers with Replace the Component video cables with an HDMI connection.
  • Page 167 Issues Solutions and Explanations • HD channels will have black bars on either side of the screen when The picture won’t display in full screen. displaying up scaled SD (4:3) contents. • Black bars on the Top & Bottom will be shown on movies that have aspect ratios different from your TV.
  • Page 168 Issues Solutions and Explanations • This function is only available with digital channels from an Antenna / The TV Signal Information is unavailable in the Self Diagnosis RF/ Coax connection. menu. • Remove the base stand from the TV and reassemble it. The TV is tilted to the side.
  • Page 169 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 HDMI, PC or menu is not available.

  • Page 170: Anti-Theft Kensington Lock

    ❑ Anti-theft Kensington Lock The Kensington Lock is not supplied by Samsung. It is a device used to physically fix <TV Rear> the system when using it in a public place. The appearance and locking method may differ from the illustration depending on the manufacturer.
  • Page 171 To lock the product, follow these steps: 1. Wrap the Kensington Lock cable around a large, stationary object such as desk or chair. 2. Slide the end of the cable with the lock attached through the looped end of the Kensington Lock cable.

  • Page 172: License

    ❑ License TheaterSound, SRS and symbol are trademarks of SRS Labs, Inc. TheaterSound technology is incorporated under license from SRS Labs, Inc. Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. Dolby and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories. Manufactured under license under U.S. Patent #’s: 5,451,942; 5,956,674; 5,974,380; ◀...
  • Page 173 DivX Certified® to play DivX® video up to HD 1080p, including premium content. DivX®, DivX Certified® and associated logos are trademarks of DivX, Inc. and are used under license. ABOUT DIVX VIDEO: DivX® is a digital video format created by DivX, Inc. This is an official DivX Certified® device that plays DivX video.

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