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Owner’s Instructions HP-R4252C HP-R5052C This device is a Class B digital apparatus. Register your product at www.samsung.com/global/register...
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Be careful in the selection and duration of television formats used for viewing. Uneven PDP aging as a result of format selection and use, as well as burned-in images, are not covered by your Samsung limited warranty. U.S.A Only The product unit accompanying this user manual is licensed under certain intellectual property rights of certain third parties.
User Instructions Screen Image retention Do not display a still image (such as on a video game) on the plasma display panel for more than several minutes as it can cause screen image retention. This image retention is also known as “screen burn”.
Table of Contents General Information Your New Plasma Display Panel...8 Remote Control Buttons ...11 Wall Installation Instructions ...13 How to assemble the Stand-Base ...17 Connections Connecting VHF and UHF Antennas ...20 Connecting Cable TV ...21 Connecting a VCR ...23 Connecting a Camcorder ...24 Connecting a DVD Player (480i, 480p) ...25 Connecting a DTV Receiver (480p, 720p, 1080i) ...26...
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Electronic Program Guide ...129 Remind List ...133 Appendix Troubleshooting ...136 Care and Maintenance ...137 Specifications...138 Dimensions (HP-R4252C) ...139 Dimensions (HP-R5052C) ...141 Note • The information contained in this User’s Manual is subject to change without prior notice for improvement, and may vary depending on the version of the TV’s software...
P L A S M A D I S P L A Y P A N E L General Information Your New Plasma Display Panel ...8 Remote Control Buttons ...11 Wall Installation Instructions ...13 How to assemble the Stand-Base...17...
Your New Plasma Display Panel Front Panel ” ∏ Œ SOURCE button Press to display all of the available video sources (TV, AV, S-Video, Component1, Component2, PC, and HDMI). ´ MENU button Displays the main on-screen menu. ˇ VOL +, - buttons Press to increase or decrease the volume.
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Checking Accessories Once you have unpacked your TV, check to make sure that you have all the parts shown here. If any piece is missing or broken, call your dealer. Owner’s Instructions Remote Control (BN59-00462A) / Power Cord Anynet Cable AAA Batteries (3903-000144) (BN39-00518A)
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” COAXIAL DIGITAL AUDIO OUT Connect to a Digital Audio component. ’ Anynet Please refer to the Anynet Owner’s Instruction. This jack is for connecting to other Samsung Anynet-enabled devices. ˝ COMPONENT IN 1, 2 Video (Y/P ) and audio (L-AUDIO-R) component inputs.
Press to switch to your favorite channels. CH LIST button Displays the channel list. Ò MODE button Selects a target device to be controlled by the Samsung remote control (i.e., TV, STB, VCR, CABLE, or DVD). Ú PRE-CH button Tunes to the previous channel.
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Press to choose stereo, mono or Separate Audio Program (SAP broadcast). – SET button Used during set up of this Samsung remote control, so that it will work compatibly with other devices (VCR, Cable Box and DVD). — PIP button Activates picture in picture.
Installation Notes Contact a technician for installing the wall bracket. Samsung Electronics is not responsible for any damage to the product or injury to yourself or others if you elect to perform the wall installation. This product is for installing on cement walls. The product may not stay in place when installed on plaster or wood.
How to assemble the Wall Mount Bracket Insert and tighten the Captive Screw in the direction of the arrow. When done, mount the wall bracket on the wall. Hinge (Left) There are two hinges (left and right). Use the correct one. Before drilling into the wall, check if the length between the two locking holes at the back of the product is correct.
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Fixing the TV panel to the wall attachment panel bracket The shape of the product may vary depending on the model. (The assemblies of the plastic hanger and the screw are the same) Remove the 4 screws on the back of the product. Insert the screw into the plastic hanger.
How to Adjust Mounting Angle Note : Adjust the bracket angle to -2° before installing it on the wall. Note 1. Fix the product to the wall bracket. 2. Hold the product at the top in the center and pull it forward (direction of the arrow) to adjust the angle.
How to assemble the Stand-Base Using the 4 screws for securing the stand pegs and the monitor, firmly attach the monitor to the stand pegs. (The exterior of the set may be different than the picture.) ➤ ➤ Two or more people should carry the TV. Never lay the TV on the floor because of possible damage to the screen. Always store the TV upright.
P L A S M A D I S P L A Y P A N E L Connections Connecting VHF and UHF Antennas ...20 Connecting Cable TV...21 Connecting a VCR...23 Connecting a Camcorder ...24 Connecting a DVD Player (480i, 480p)...25 Connecting a DTV Receiver (480p, 720p, 1080i) ...26 Connecting to HDMI (High Definition Multimedia Interface) (480p, 720p, 1080i) ...27...
Connecting VHF and UHF Antennas Antennas with 75-ohm Round Leads If your antenna looks like this: Plug the antenna lead into the ANT 2 IN (AIR IN) on the TV. Use an antenna cable. (Sold Separately) it has 75-ohm round leads.
Connecting Cable TV You can connect different cable systems to your TV, including cable without a Cable box, and cable with a Cable box that descrambles some or all channels. Cable without a Cable Box Plug the incoming cable into the ANT 1 IN (CABLE IN) on the TV.
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Cable with a Cable Box that Descrambles Some (But Not All) Channels To complete this connection you will need a two-way splitter, an RF (A/B) switch, and four coaxial cables (which you can buy from your Samsung dealer or any electronics store). Find and disconnect the cable that is connected to the ANTENNA IN terminal of your Splitter.
Connecting a VCR Connecting a VCR to the Video or S-Video/Audio jack TV Rear Panel Power cord Audio cable Video cable S-Video cable How to Connect Connect the Video/Audio cables between the VIDEO or S-VIDEO/AUDIO input jacks on the TV and VIDEO or S-VIDEO/AUDIO output jacks on the VCR. (Note: For better video, use an S-Video cable.) Note •...
Connecting a Camcorder Viewing camcorder tapes TV Rear Panel Power cord How to Connect Connect a Video/Audio cable between the VIDEO or S-VIDEO/AUDIO input jacks on the TV and the VIDEO or S-VIDEO/AUDIO output jacks on the camcorder. (Note: For better video, use an S-VIDEO cable.) Note •...
Connecting a DVD Player Playing DVD TV Rear Panel Power cord How to Connect Connect the Y, P (COMPONENT1, 2) input jacks on the TV to the Y, P on the DVD player using a component cable. Connect the AUDIO L/R (COMPONENT1, 2) input jacks on the TV to the AUDIO output jacks on the DVD player using a audio cable.
Connecting a DTV Receiver This TV displays the optimum picture in 720p mode. Watching DTV TV Rear Panel Power cord How to Connect Connect the cable or antenna to the antenna input jack on the DTV. Connect the Y, P (COMPONENT1, 2) or HDMI input jack on the TV to the Y, P DVI output jacks on the DTV receiver using a component or HDMI/DVI cable.
Connecting to HDMI Multimedia Interface) (480p, 720p, 1080i) Watching DTV TV Rear Panel Power cord HDMI cable How to Connect Connect the cable or antenna to the antenna input jack on the DTV. Connect the HDMI input jack on the TV with the HDMI output jack on the DTV Set-Top Box using an HDMI cable.
Connecting a Digital TV Set-Top Box (480p, 720p, 1080i) By inputting a high-bandwidth digital content protection High-Definition picture source to the HDMI input jack on the TV, High-Definition pictures can be displayed on the screen in their digital form. Connecting to HDMI (High Definition Multimedia Interface)/DVI Compatible TV Rear Panel Power cord How to Connect...
TV. Be certain to remove the black cover from the optical output before inserting the cable. If your system has both coaxial and optical digital audio inputs, SAMSUNG recommends you use the optical digital output on the TV.
Connecting to an Analog Amplifier TV Rear Panel Power cord Audio cable Analog Amplifier How to Connect The “AUDIO OUT (AUDIO L/R)” terminals cannot be used for external speakers. You must hook them up to an amplifier. When an audio amplifier is connected to the “AUDIO OUT (AUDIO L/R)” terminals: Decrease the gain (volume) of the audio amplifier, turn the TV’s internal mute on and adjust the volume level with the volume control of the amplifier.
P L A S M A D I S P L A Y P A N E L Operation Turning the TV On and Off...32 Viewing the Menus and Displays ...36 Memorizing the Channels ...37 Adding and Erasing Channels ...39 Setting Up Your Remote Control ...42 Viewing an External Signal Source ...44...
Turning the TV On and Off Turning the TV On and Off Press the POWER button on the remote control. The TV will be turned on and you will be able to use its features. You can also use the Power button on the front of the TV. Note •...
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Press the ▲ or ▼ button to memorize the channels of the selected connection. Press the ENTER button to select “Start”. Notes • If the antenna is connected to ANT 1 IN (CABLE IN), select “Cable” and if it is connected to ANT 2 IN (AIR IN), select “Air”.
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Press the ENTER button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Yes” or “No”, then the ENTER button. “Select the time zone in which you live” menu is automatically displayed. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to highlight the time zone for your local area (and to move the highlight to the appropriate time zone on the map of the United States).
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If you want to reset this feature... Press the MENU button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Setup”, then press the ENTER button. Press the ENTER button to select “Plug & Play”. For further details on setting up options, refer to the previous page.
Viewing the Menus and Displays Your TV has a simple, easy-to-use menu system that appears on the TV screen. This system makes it convenient and fast to use features on the TV. Your TV also lets you display the status of many of your TV’s features. Viewing the Menus With the power on, press the MENU button on the remote control.
Memorizing the Channels Your TV 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 through the channels. This eliminates the need to change channels by entering the channel digits. There are three steps for memorizing channels: selecting a broadcast source, memorizing the channels (automatic) and adding and deleting channels (manual).
Storing Channels in Memory Select the correct signal source (STD, HRC, and IRC) by pressing the ▲ or ▼ button, then press the ENTER button Note • STD, HRC, and IRC identify various types of cable TV systems. Contact your local cable company to identify the type of cable system that exists in your particular area.
Adding and Erasing Channels To add channels that were not memorized (or to delete unwanted channels from memory): Press the MENU button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Channel”, then press the ENTER button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Add/Delete”, then press the ENTER button.
Changing Channels Using the Channel Buttons Press the CH or CH button to change channels. When you press the CH or CH in sequence. You will see all the channels that the TV has memorized. (The TV must have memorized at least three channels.) You will not see channels that were either erased or not memorized.
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Using the “-” Button The “-” button is used to select stations that broadcast both a digital and analog signal. For example, for Channel 7-1 (digital), press “7”, then “-”, then “1”. For channel 7-2 (analog), press “7”, then “-”, then “2”. Notes •...
Your TV comes equipped with a universal remote control. In addition to controlling the TV, the universal remote control can also operate a VCR, Cable box, DVD, and some Samsung Set-top boxes (even if your VCR, Cable box and DVD are made by manufacturers other than Samsung).
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Remote Control Codes VCR Codes Cable Box Codes DVD Codes...
Viewing an External Signal Source Use the remote control to switch between viewing signals from connected equipment, such as VCR, DVD, Set-Top Box, and the TV source (broadcast or cable). Setting the Signal Source Press the MENU button. Press the ENTER button to select “Input”. ➤...
Assigning Names to External input mode Press the MENU button. Press the ENTER button to select “Input”. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Edit Name”, then press the ENTER button. Press the ENTER button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select external device, then press the ENTER button.
P L A S M A D I S P L A Y P A N E L Picture Control Changing the Picture Standard ...48 Customizing the Picture Settings ...49 Viewing the DNIe Demonstration ...51 Changing the Screen Size ...52 Viewing the Picture-in-Picture...54 Selecting the Sound Source ...60 Setting the My Color Control Mode...61...
Changing the Picture Standard You can select the type of picture which best corresponds to your viewing requirements. Press the MENU button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Picture”, then press the ENTER button. Press the ENTER button again to select “Mode”. Press the ENTER button.
Customizing the Picture Settings You can use the on-screen menus to change the “Contrast”, “Brightness”, “Sharpness”, “Color”, “Tint”, and “Color Tone” according to personal preference. You can select “Standard” which automatically recalls your personalized picture settings. Press the MENU button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Picture”, then press the ENTER button.
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Press the ENTER button to return to “Mode”. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Color Tone”, then press the ENTER button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select a particular option (Cool2, Cool1, Normal, Warm1, or Warm2), then press the ENTER button.
Viewing the DNIe Demonstration This TV includes the DNIe function so as to provide a high visual quality. If you set DNIe Demo to On, you can view the applied DNIe and normal pictures on the screen, for demonstration purposes. Using this function, you can view the difference in the visual quality. Press the MENU button.
Changing the Screen Size Screen size selection depends on the type of video input. Press the MENU button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Picture”, then press the ENTER button. ➤ ➤ Quick way to change the Screen size: Simply press the P.SIZE button under the cover of the remote control.
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When you press the P.SIZE button under the cover of the remote control, the TV’s screen mode should appear in sequence. The screen displays in this order: 16:9, Panorama, Zoom1, Zoom2, 4:3. Note • If you watch a still image or the 4:3 mode for a long time (over 2 hours), an image may be burned onto the screen.
Viewing the Picture-in-Picture Selecting the PIP Screen Press the MENU button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Picture”, then press the ENTER button. ➤ ➤ Quick way to access the PIP mode: Simply press the “PIP” button under the cover of the remote control.
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 ▲ or ▼ button to select “Picture”, then press the ENTER button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “PIP”, then press the ENTER button.
Swapping the Contents of the PIP and Main Image Press the MENU button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Picture”, then press the ENTER button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “PIP”, then press the ENTER button. Press the ▲...
Changing the Size of the PIP Window Press the MENU button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Picture”, then press the ENTER button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “PIP”, then press the ENTER button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Size”, then press the ENTER button.
Changing the Location of the PIP Image Press the MENU button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Picture”, then press the ENTER button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “PIP”, then press the ENTER button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Position”, then press the ENTER button.
Changing the PIP Channel Press the MENU button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Picture”, then press the ENTER button. ➤ ➤ Quick way to change the PIP channel: Just press the “CH “CH ” button under the cover of the remote control. Press the ▲...
Selecting the Sound Source You can use this feature to hear sound from the main or sub (PIP) picture. Press the MENU button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Sound”, then press the ENTER button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Sound Select”, then press the ENTER button.
Setting the My Color Control Mode My Color Control allows you to adjust colors according to your preference, by adjusting skin, sky, and grass tones using the predefined settings (Standard, Custom, Red, Green, Blue, Yellow, Pink, White) without affecting other colors on the screen. Using the My Color Control Function in the Easy Control Menu Skin, sky and grass tones are easily adjustable to suit your preferences.
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My Color Control Mode Characteristics Using My Color Control mode, you can enjoy vivid colors as shown below. Standard ➤ ➤ Standard Picture. Blue ➤ ➤ Emphasizes Clear Blues. White ➤ ➤ Emphasizes Whites. Note • Images shown above may differ from the actual adjustment on the screen. These images are presented for illustrative purposes.
My Color Control Custom Settings Users can adjust the 6 My Color Control colors (Red, Green, Blue, Yellow, Pink, and White). Press the MENU button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Picture”, then press the ENTER button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “My Color Control”, then press the ENTER button.
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Resetting the My Color Control Colors to the Factory Defaults To return to the factory default settings for My Color Control colors, use the Reset function. Press the MENU button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Picture”, then press the ENTER button. Press the ▲...
P L A S M A D I S P L A Y P A N E L Sound Control Customizing the Sound ...66 Using Automatic Sound Settings ...67 Setting the TruSurround XT ...68 Choosing a Multi-Channel Sound (MTS) track - Digital...69 Choosing a Multi-Channel Sound (MTS) track - Analog ...70 Using the Auto Volume...71 Choosing a Digital Sound Format ...72...
Customizing the Sound The sound settings can be adjusted to suit your personal preferences. (Alternatively, you can use one of the “automatic” settings. See next page.) Press the MENU button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Sound”, then press the ENTER button. Press the ▲...
Using Automatic Sound Settings Your TV has automatic sound settings (“Standard”, “Music”, “Movie”, and “Speech”) that are preset at the factory. Or, you can select “Custom,” which automatically recalls your personalized sound settings. Press the MENU button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Sound”, then press the ENTER button.
Setting the TruSurround XT TruSurround XT is a patented SRS technology that solves the problem of playing 5.1 multichannel content over two speakers. TruSurround delivers a compelling, virtual surround sound experience through any two-speaker playback system, including internal television speakers. It is fully compatible with all multichannel formats.
Choosing a Multi-Channel Sound (MTS) track - Digital The digital-TV transmission system is capable of simultaneous transmission of many audio tracks (for example, simultaneous translations of the program into foreign languages). The availability of these additional “multitracks” depends upon the program. Press the MENU button.
Choosing a Multi-Channel Sound (MTS) track - Analog Depending on the particular program being broadcast, you can listen to Mono, Stereo or SAP. Press the MENU button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Sound”, then press the ENTER button. ➤...
Using the Auto Volume 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 modulation signal is high or by raising the sound output when the modulation signal is low.
Choosing a Digital Sound Format Digital sound can be output from the rear panel connector on your TV. The digital sound outputs are connectors labeled “Optical” and “Coaxial”. After connecting a digital-audio component, you must specify the transmission format (Dolby or PCM, as appropriate to your digital audio component).
Setting the On/Off Melody A melody sound can be set to come on when the TV is powered On or Off. Press the MENU button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Sound”, then press the ENTER button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Melody”, then press the ENTER button.
Selecting the Internal Mute Sound output from the TV speakers is muted. Press the MENU button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Sound”, then press the ENTER button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Internal Mute”, then press the ENTER button.
P L A S M A D I S P L A Y P A N E L Channel Control Selecting the Antenna ...76 Selecting Your Favorite Channels ...77 Labeling the Channels ...78 Viewing the Channel Lists...79 Editing the Channel Lists ...80 Fine Tuning Analog Channels ...81 Checking the Digital-Signal Strength ...82 LNA (Low Noise Amplifier) ...83...
Selecting the Antenna Press the MENU button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Channel”, then press the ENTER button. Press the ENTER button to select “Antenna”. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Air” or “Cable”, then press the ENTER button. Notes •...
Selecting Your Favorite Channels You can store your favorite channels for each available input source (such as TV and Cable box). Then, when you press the FAV.CH button on the remote control, the TV displays only the favorite channels you previously stored, allowing you to quickly and easily find frequently watched channels. To Store Your Favorite Channels: Press the MENU button.
Labeling the Channels Use this feature to assign an easy-to-remember label to any channel (i.e., “CBS”, “ESPN”, “PBS2”, “CNN1”, etc.) A label consists of five fields, where each field is a letter, a number or a blank. When the INFO button is pressed, the channel label will appear next to the channel number. Press the MENU button.
Viewing the Channel Lists You can display a list of all channels or your favorite channels. Press the MENU button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Channel”, then press the ENTER button. ➤ ➤ Quick way to view the Channel Lists: Just press the “CH LIST” button on the remote control.
Editing the Channel Lists You can edit channels to be added or deleted. Press the MENU button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Channel”, then press the ENTER button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Channel List”, then press the ENTER button.
Fine Tuning Analog Channels Use fine tuning to manually adjust a particular channel for optimal reception. Press the MENU button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Channel”, then press the ENTER button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Fine Tune”, then press the ENTER button.
Checking the Digital-Signal Strength Unlike analog channels, which can vary in reception quality from “snowy” to clear, digital (HDTV) channels have either perfect reception quality or you will not receive them at all. So, unlike analog channels, you cannot fine tune a digital channel. You can, however, adjust your antenna to improve the reception of available digital channels.
LNA (Low Noise Amplifier) 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. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Channel”, then press the ENTER button.
P L A S M A D I S P L A Y P A N E L Connecting a PC and Operation Connecting a PC...86 Changing the Position of the Image...90 Picture Quality Adjustment ...91 Image Reset ...94...
Connecting a PC Connection to a Macintosh computer may require an adapter. TV Rear Panel Power cord Connecting a PC (15p D-SUB) to the TV Connect a PC cable between the PC Output jack on the PC and the RGB input jack (PC IN) on the TV.
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Setting up Your TV (Plug and Play) Our adoption of the new VESA Plug and Play solution eliminates complicated and time consuming setup. It allows you to install your monitor in a Plug and Play compatible system, without the usual setup hassles and confusion.
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PC will probably be different, depending upon your particular version of Windows and your particular video card. But even if your actual screens look different, the same, basic set-up information will apply in almost all cases. (If not, contact your computer manufacturer or Samsung Dealer.) 1. Right click the mouse on the Windows Desktop, then click on Properties.
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• A “✔” mark means that this mode can be supported. Notes • The PC text quality of HP-R4252C is optimum in XGA mode (1024 x 768@60Hz). • The PC text quality of HP-R5052C is optimum in WXGA mode (1360 x 768@60Hz).
Changing the Position of the Image After connecting the TV to your PC, adjust the position of the screen if it is not well-aligned. Preset: • Press the SOURCE button to select “PC.” Press the MENU button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Setup”, then press the ENTER button.
Picture Quality Adjustment Picture Automatic Adjustment Preset: • Press the SOURCE button to select “PC”. Press the MENU button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Setup”, then press the ENTER button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “PC”, then press the ENTER button.
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Coarse Adjustment Preset: • Press the SOURCE button to select “PC”. Press the MENU button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Setup”, then press the ENTER button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “PC”, then press the ENTER button.
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Fine Tuning (Fine) Preset: • Press the SOURCE button to select “PC”. Press the MENU button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Setup”, then press the ENTER button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “PC”, then press the ENTER button.
Image Reset Preset: • Press the SOURCE button to select “PC”. Press the MENU button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Setup”, then press the ENTER button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “PC”, then press the ENTER button.
Setting the Clock Setting the clock is necessary in order to use the various timer features of the TV. Also, you can check the time while watching the TV. (Just press the INFO button.) Option 1: Setting the Clock Manually Press the MENU button.
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Option 2: Setting the Clock Automatically The Clock can be set automatically if you are receiving a digital signal. Press the MENU button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Setup”, then press the ENTER button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Time”, then press the ENTER button.
Setting the On/Off Timer Press the MENU button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Setup”, then press the ENTER button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Time”, then press the ENTER button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “On Timer”, then press the ENTER button.
Setting the Sleep Timer The sleep timer automatically shuts off the TV after a preset time (from 30 to 180 minutes). Press the MENU button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Setup”, then press the ENTER button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Time”, then press the ENTER button.
P L A S M A D I S P L A Y P A N E L Function Description Selecting a Menu Language ...102 Digital Noise Reduction ...103 Selecting the Film Mode...104 Setting the Blue Screen ...105 Using the Color Weakness Enhancement Option ...106 Viewing Closed Captions (On-Screen Text Messages) - Analog...107 Viewing Closed Captions (On-Screen Text Messages) - Digital...108 Menu Transparency Level ...110...
Selecting a Menu Language Press the MENU button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Setup”, then press the ENTER button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Language”, then press the ENTER button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select the appropriate language: “English”, “Spanish”, or “French”.
Digital Noise Reduction If the broadcast signal received by your TV is weak, you can activate the Digital Noise Reduction feature to help reduce any static and ghosting that may appear on the screen. Press the MENU button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Picture”, then press the ENTER button.
Selecting the Film Mode On: Automatically senses and processes film signals from all sources and adjusts the picture for optimum quality. Off: Switches off the Film mode. Press the MENU button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Picture”, then press the ENTER button. Press the ▲...
Setting the Blue Screen If no signal is being received or the signal is very weak, a blue screen automatically replaces the noisy picture background. If you wish to continue viewing the poor picture, you must set the “Blue Screen“ mode to “Off“. Press the MENU button.
Using the Color Weakness Enhancement Option This option adjusts the Red, Blue or Green color to enhance the image according to the user's particular color weakness. Press the MENU button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Picture”, then press the ENTER button. Press the ▲...
Viewing Closed Captions (On-Screen Text Messages) - Analog The Analog Caption function operates in either analog RF channel mode or external signal mode. Press the Menu button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Setup”, then press the ENTER button. ➤...
Viewing Closed Captions (On-Screen Text Messages) - Digital The Digital Captions function operates on digital channels. Press the MENU button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Setup”, then press the ENTER button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Caption”, then press the ENTER button.
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Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Size”, then press the ENTER button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select the desired Caption option, then press the ENTER button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select the desired sub-menu options(see options below), then press ENTER.
Menu Transparency Level Adjusts the transparency of the menu screen. Press the MENU button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Setup”, then press the ENTER button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Menu Transparency”, then press the ENTER button. Press the ▲...
Using the Energy Saving Feature This feature adjusts the screen brightness automatically depending on the surrounding lighting conditions. Press the MENU button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Setup”, then press the ENTER button. ➤ ➤ Quick way to select Energy Saving: Simply press the “E.SAVING” button under the cover of the remote control.
Preventing Screen Burn-in To reduce the possibility of screen burn, this unit is equipped with screen burn prevention technology. This technology enables you to set picture movement up/down (Vertical Line) and side to side (Horizontal Dot). The Time setting allows you to program the time between movement of the picture in minutes.
Reducing the Effects of Screen Burn If screen burn has occurred, you can select a white screen or signal pattern (rolling screen) to help remove screen burn artifacts. Press the MENU button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Setup”, then press the ENTER button.
Setting the Function Help Displays help on the menu functions. Press the MENU button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Setup”, then press the ENTER button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Function Help”, then press the ENTER button. Press the ▼...
Using the V-Chip (for USA) 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. Notes : When the V-chip feature is activated, the PIP features do not function.
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How to Enable/Disable the V-Chip Press the MENU button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Setup”, then press the ENTER button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “V-Chip”, then press the ENTER button. The message “Enter PIN” will appear. Enter your 4 digit PIN number.
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How to Set up Restrictions using the “TV Parental Guidelines” First, set up a personal identification number (PIN), and enable the V-Chip. (See previous section.) Parental restrictions can be set up using either of two methods: The TV guidelines or the MPAA rating. Press the MENU button.
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At this point, one of the TV-Ratings is selected. Press the ENTER button. Depending on your existing setup, a symbol will be selected. (Blank = Unblocked, While “ ” is selected, press the ENTER button to block or unblock the category. To select a different TV-Rating, press the ▲...
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How to Set up Restrictions using the MPAA Ratings: G, PG, PG-13, R, NC-17, X, NR The MPAA rating system uses the Motion Picture Association of America (MPAA) system, and its main application is for movies. When the V-Chip lock is on, the TV will automatically block any programs that are coded with objectionable ratings (either MPAA or TV-Ratings).
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How to Reset the TV after the V-Chip Blocks a Channel (“Emergency Escape”) If the TV is tuned to a restricted channel, the V-Chip will block it. The screen will go blank and the following message will appear: Enter your PIN number. To resume normal viewing, tune to a different channel using CH Under certain conditions (depending on the rating of the local TV programs) the V-Chip might lock out all the channels.
Using the V-Chip (for Canada) 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. Notes : When the V-chip feature is activated, the PIP features do not function.
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How to Enable/Disable the V-Chip Press the MENU button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Setup”, then press the ENTER button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “V-Chip”, then press the ENTER button. The message “Enter PIN” will appear. Enter your 4 digit PIN number.
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How to Set up Restrictions using the “TV Parental Guidelines” First, set up a personal identification number (PIN), and enable the V-Chip. (See previous section.) Parental restrictions can be set up using either of two methods: The TV guidelines or the MPAA rating. Press the MENU button.
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At this point, one of the TV-Ratings is selected. Press the ENTER button. Depending on your existing setup, a symbol will be selected. (Blank = Unblocked, While “ ” is selected, press the ENTER button to block or unblock the category. To select a different TV-Rating, press the ▲...
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How to Set up Restrictions using the MPAA Ratings: G, PG, PG-13, R, NC-17, X, NR The MPAA rating system uses the Motion Picture Association of America (MPAA) system, and its main application is for movies. When the V-Chip lock is on, the TV will automatically block any programs that are coded with objectionable ratings (either MPAA or TV-Ratings).
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How to Set up Restrictions using “Canadian English”: E, C, C8+, G, PG, 14+, 18+ First, set up a personal identification number (PIN), and enable the V-Chip. (refer to page 122) Press the MENU button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Setup”, then press the ENTER button.
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How to Set up Restrictions using “Canadian French”: E, G, 8 ans +, 13 ans +, 16 ans +, 18 ans + First, set up a personal identification number (PIN), and enable the V-Chip. (refer to page 122) Press the MENU button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Setup”, then press the ENTER button.
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How to Reset the TV after the V-Chip Blocks a Channel (“Emergency Escape”) If the TV is tuned to a restricted channel, the V-Chip will block it. The screen will go blank and the following message will appear: Enter your PIN number. To resume normal viewing, tune to a different channel using CH Under certain conditions (depending on the rating of the local TV programs) the V-Chip might lock out all the channels.
Electronic Program Guide Your TV has an “Electronic Program Guide” to help you navigate through all the possible viewing options. The EPG supplies information, such as program lists, start and end times of all available channels. In addition, detailed information about the program is often available in the EPG.
Using the Electronic Program Guide Press the MENU button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Guide”, then press the ENTER button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Default Guide”, then press the ENTER button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Mini Guide” or “Full Guide”, then press the ENTER button.
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Viewing Information about a Single Channel Press the MENU button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Guide”, then press the ENTER button. Press the ENTER button to select “Mini Guide”. Press the ▲ or ▼ buttons to view information about one channel by time.
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Viewing Information about Channels Displays the program time and content for all channels. This function is available only when the program is digital. Press the MENU button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Guide”, then press the ENTER button. Press the ▲...
Remind List Viewing the Remind List If you have made a scheduled viewing list of programs you would like to see, the channel will be automatically switched to the scheduled program at the scheduled time even if you are watching another program.
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To view the Remind List Press the MENU button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Guide”, then press the ENTER button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Remind List”, then press the ENTER button. To remove the scheduled programs Press the ▲...
P L A S M A D I S P L A Y P A N E L Appendix Troubleshooting...136 Care and Maintenance ...137 Specifications ...138 Dimensions (HP-R4252C) ...139 Dimensions (HP-R5052C) ...141...
Troubleshooting If the TV seems to have a problem, first try this list of possible problems and solutions. If none of these troubleshooting tips apply, then call your nearest service center. Problem Poor picture. No picture or sound. Poor sound quality. Your remote control does not operate the TV.
Care and Maintenance With proper care, your TV will give you many years of service. Please follow these guidelines to get the maximum performance from your TV. Identifying Problems • Do not put the TV near extremely hot, cold, humid or dusty places. •...
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1-800-SAMSUNG (1-800-726-7864) Samsung Electronics America Service Division 400 Valley Road, Suite 201 Mount Arlington, NJ 07856 www.samsung.com Samsung Electronics Canada Inc. Samsung Customer Care 55 Standish Court Mississauga, Ontario L5R 4B2 www.samsung.ca BN68-00835N-01...