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Page 1: User Manual
Contact SAMSUNG WORLD-WIDE If you have any questions or comments relating to Samsung products, please contact the SAMSUNG customer care centre. Country Customer Care Centre  Web Site AUSTRIA 0800-SAMSUNG(726-7864) www.samsung.com/at BELGIUM 0032 (0)2 201 24 18 www.samsung.com/be 844 000 844 www.samsung.com/cz...
Page 2: User Instructions
Contact SAMSUNG WORLDWIDE If you have any questions or comments relating to Samsung products, please contact the SAMSUNG customer care centre. (See back cover for more informations.) © 2008 Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. All rights reserved.
Page 3: Table Of Contents
Contents General Information PC Display  User Instructions ..........2  Setting up Your PC Software  Checking Parts ..........4 (Based on Windows XP) ....... 28  Using the Stand-Base ........4  Input Mode (PC) ..........29  Control Panel ..........5 ...
Page 4: Checking Parts
Checking Parts Owner’s Instructions Remote Control/ Power Cord Cloth-Clean Warranty Card/ AAA Batteries Safety Guide Manual (Not available in all locations) Cover-Bottom / Screws (2ea) Ferrite Core for Ferrite Core for Ferrite Core for Power Cord S-Video Component (Refer to page 59) Sold Separately Antenna Cable Component Cables...
Page 5: Control Panel
Control Panel Front Panel Front Panel buttons Touch each button to operate.  The product colour and shape may vary depending on the model. 5 Power Indicator 1 SOURCE Blinks and turns off when the power is on and Toggles between all the available input sources lights up in stand-by mode.
Page 6: Connection Panel
Connection Panel Rear Panel Cable Television Network  The product colour and shape may vary depending on the model.  Whenever you connect an audio or video system to your set, ensure that all elements are  switched off. When connecting an external device, match the colour of the connection terminal to the cable. ...
Page 7 8 HDMI IN 1, , DVI IN (HDMI ) AUDIO R/L − No additional Audio connection is needed DVI audio outputs for external devices. for an HDMI to HDMI connection. 9 ANT IN - When using an HDMI/DVI cable connection, 75Ω...
Page 8: Viewing The Remote Control
Exit the on-screen menu mode directly c Picture size selection 3 Number buttons for direct d Use this when connecting channel access a SAMSUNG DMA (Digital 4 One/Two-digit channel Media Adapter) device selection through an HDMI interface and switching to DMA 5 Temporary sound switch-off mode.
Page 9: Switching Your Television On And Off
Installing Batteries in the Remote Control Lift the cover at the back of the remote control upward as shown in the figure. Install two AAA size batteries.   Make sure to match the “+” and “–” ends of the batteries with the diagram inside the compartment.
Page 10: Plug & Play Feature
Plug & Play Feature When the television is initially powered on, several basic Plug & Play customer settings proceed automatically and subsequently. The following settings are available.  If you accidentally select the wrong country for your TV, the Start Plug & Play. characters on the screen may be wrongly displayed.
Page 11 Select No pressing the ◄ or ► button, then press the ENTER Plug & Play button. Auto Store menu is displayed. Clock Set Press the ENTER button to start search the channels. The Month Day Year channel search will start and end automatically. After all the ...
Page 12: Using The Tools Button
Using the TOOLS Button You can use the TOOLS button to select your frequently used functions quickly and easily. The “Tools” menu changes depending on which external input mode you are viewing. Press the TOOLS button. Tools The Tools menu will appear. Anynet+ (HDMI-CEC) Picture Mode Standard...
Page 13: Editing Device Names
Editing Device Names You can give a name to the external source. Input Press the MENU button to display the menu. Source List : TV  Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select Input, then press the Edit Name ...
Page 14: Storing Channels Manually
Storing Channels Manually  Not available in DTV or external input mode. Channel You can store television channels, including those received via Country : United Kingdom  cable networks. Auto Store  When storing channels manually, you can choose: Manual Store ...
Page 15: Adding / Locking Channels
Adding / Locking Channels  Not available in DTV or external input mode. Channel Using the Channel Manager, you can conveniently lock or add Country : United Kingdom  channels. Auto Store  Manual Store  Press the MENU button to display the menu. Channel Manager ...
Page 16: Sorting The Stored Channels
Sorting the Stored Channels  Not available in DTV or external input mode. Channel This operation allows you to change the programme numbers Country : United Kingdom  of the stored channels. Auto Store  This operation may be necessary after using the auto store. Manual Store ...
Page 17: Fine Tuning Channel Reception
Fine Tuning Channel Reception  Not available in DTV or external input mode. Channel If the reception is clear, you do not have to fine tune the Country : United Kingdom  channel, as this is done automatically during the search and Auto Store ...
Page 18: Changing The Picture Standard
Changing the Picture Standard You can select the type of picture which best corresponds to Picture your viewing requirements. Mode : Standard  Cell Light Press the MENU button to display the menu. Contrast Press the ENTER button to select Picture. Brightness Sharpness Press the ENTER button again to select Mode.
Page 19: Configuring Detailed Settings On The Picture
Configuring Detailed Settings on the Picture You can set detailed picture settings. Picture Press the MENU button to display the menu. Mode : Standard  Cell Light Press the ENTER button to select Picture. Contrast Brightness Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select Detailed Settings, then Sharpness press the ENTER button.
Page 20: Picture Options
 Flesh Tone:-15~+15 You can emphasize the pink tone in the picture. Press the ◄ or ► button until you reach the optimal setting.  Changing the adjustment value will refresh the adjusted screen.  Edge Enhancement: Off/On You can emphasize object boundaries.  xvYCC: Off/On Setting the xvYCC mode to On increases detail and colour space when watching movies from an external device (ie.
Page 21 Positioning and Sizing the screen using Zoom − Resizing the screen using the Zoom enables the positioning and sizing of the screen to up/down direction using the ▲ or ▼ button as well as the screen size. − Move the screen up/down using the ▲ or ▼ button after selecting the by pressing the ◄...
Page 22: Resetting The Picture Settings To The Factory Defaults
− Pixel Shift: Using this function, you can minutely move Pixel Shift pixels on the PDP in horizontal or vertical direction to Pixel Shift : On  minimize after image on the screen. Horizontal Dot  − Set Pixel Shift to On by pressing the ▲ or ▼ button, Vertical Line ...
Page 23: Sound Features
Sound Features Press the MENU button to display the menu. Sound Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select Sound, then press the Mode : Custom  Equalizer ENTER button.  SRS TS XT : Off  Select the required option by pressing the ▲ or ▼ button, then Auto Volume : Off ...
Page 24: Selecting The Sound Mode (Depending On The Model)
Selecting the Sound Mode (depending on the model) The DUAL I-II button displays/controls the processing and output of the audio signal. When power is switched on, the mode is automatically preset to either “DUAL-I” or “Stereo”, depending on the current transmission. Easy Setting Tools Press the TOOLS button on the remote control.
Page 25: Time Features
Time Features Press the MENU button to display the menu. Setup Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select Setup, then press the Plug & Play  Language : English  ENTER button. Time  Auto Wall-Mount  Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select Time, then press the Melody : Off ...
Page 26: Language / Melody /Entertainment / Energy Saving / Pip
Language / Melody / Entertainment / Energy Saving / PIP Press the MENU button to display the menu. Setup Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select Setup, then press the Plug & Play  Language : English  ENTER button. Time ...
Page 27: Pip
 Energy Saving: Off/Low/Medium/High Setup This feature adjusts the screen brightness depending on the Plug & Play  surrounding lighting conditions. Language : English  Time  − Off: Switches off the Energy Saving mode. Auto Wall-Mount  − Low: Operates in standard mode regardless of the Melody : Off ...
Page 28: Setting Up Your Pc Software (Based On Windows Xp)
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.) Right click the mouse on the Windows Desktop, then click on Properties.
Page 29: Input Mode (Pc)
Input Mode (PC) Both screen position and size will vary depending on the type of PC monitor and its resolution. The table below shows all of the display modes that are supported: D-Sub Input Horizontal Vertical Pixel Clock Sync Polarity Mode Resolution Frequency...
Page 30: Setting The Pc
Setting the PC  Preset to the PC mode by pressing the SOURCE button. Picture Press the MENU button to display the menu. Mode : Standard  Cell Light Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select Picture, then press the Contrast ENTER button.
Page 31: Previewing The Dtv Menu System
Previewing the DTV Menu System  The company does not guarantee the normal operation  Digital Menu of the DTV menu for countries other than the 8 supported Guide countries (United Kingdom, France, Germany, Italy, Digital Channel Netherlands, Spain, Switzerland, Austria) because only Setup these country standards are supported.
Page 32: Displaying Programme Information
Language Language Audio Language Audio Language Subtitle Language Subtitle Language Teletext Language Teletext Language Preference  Preference Primary Audio Language Secondary Audio Language Primary Subtitle Language Move Enter Return Secondary Subtitle Language Primary Teletext Language Secondary Teletext Language (depending on the Country) ...
Page 33: Operating The Dtv Menu
Operating the DTV Menu Viewing the DTV Menu Digital Menu After installing your antenna system and TV with appropriate Guide connectors. Digital Channel Setup  Plug in the AC main power and switch on the TV. Language  Press the MENU button to display the menu. Press the ▲...
Page 34  Press the red button to start the scan for digital services. When it has finished, channels are updated in the channel list.  You can input by pressing the button on the remote control.  You can not change only frequency and when changing a channel the Frequency will be automatically changed.
Page 35 1.5 Channel List Channel List BBC TWO All Channels-All You can display a list of all channels or your favourite channels. 1. Test Card ‘M’... 40. BBC NEWS4 0 arte . BBC TWO 51. BBCi . Vida00b 00 ARD-MHP-DATA  Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select Channel List, then 01 ARD-OnLine-K..
Page 36  To view programme information, press the ▲/▼/◄/► button to select a programme of your choice, then press the INFO button.  Information such as the channel number, programme title and running time, status bar,  and brief summary of the highlighted programme will be displayed in the top right corner of the screen.
Page 37 .4 All Channels and Favorite Channels Guide In the EPG menu, you can display all channels or favourite Now & Next Guide channels. Full Guide  Press the green button repeatedly to toggle between the Scheduled List  all and favourite channels list. Default Guide : Full Guide ...
Page 38 . Preference Language This menu consists of 6 sub-menus: Audio Language Primary Audio Language, Secondary Audio Language, Subtitle Language Primary Subtitle Language, Secondary Subtitle Language, Teletext Language Primary Teletext Language, and Secondary Teletext Preference  Language (depending on the Country). Using this feature, users can select one of the languages (English, German, Italian, Swedish, French, Welsh, Gaelic, Move...
Page 39 4. Setup Setup This menu consists of 11 sub-menus: Menu Transparency : Medium  Menu Transparency, Change PIN, Parental Lock, Subtitle, Change PIN  Subtitle Mode, Audio Format, Audio Description, Digital Parental Lock  Text, Time Zone, Common Interface and System. Subtitle : Off ...
Page 40 4. Subtitle / Subtitle Mode / Audio Format / Audio Description / Setup Digital Text Menu Transparency : Medium  You can use various settings to suit your personal preferences. Change PIN  Parental Lock   Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select required menu Subtitle : On ...
Page 41 4.5 Common Interface Application Info.  Installing the CI Card Type: CA a. Purchase the CI CAM module by visiting your Manufacturer: Canal Plus nearest dealer or by phone. Info: Top Up TV b. Insert the CI CARD into the CAM in the direction of the arrow until it fits.
Page 42 System  Upgrade, and Reset. − Product Information You can view your product information. For service or repair, please contact a Samsung approved dealer.  Press the ENTER button with Product Information Move Enter Return selected. The product information menu is displayed.
Page 43: Using The Wiselink Function
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. Recommended image resolution for Wiselink is 6 mega pixels.
Page 44: Using The Wiselink Menu
Using the WISELINK Menu Press the MENU button. Input Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select Input, then press the ENTER Source List : TV  Edit Name  button. Anynet+ (HDMI-CEC) WISELINK Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select WISELINK, then press the ENTER button.
Page 45: Using The Photo (Jpeg) List
Using the PHOTO (JPEG) List This menu shows JPEG files and folders saved on an USB memory device. Photo Complete Steps 1 to 3 of Using the WISELINK Menu. CELLDISK2.0 315MB/495MB Free (Refer to page 44) Press the ◄ or ► button to move to Photo, then press the ENTER button.
Page 46 Using the Menu during a Slide Show Slide Show Speed: Select to control the slide show speed. Normal Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select the required option(Fast, Normal, Slow), then press the ENTER button. Slide Show Speed : Normal  Fast Background Music : On ...
Page 47 Using the Option Menu Complete Steps 1 to 3 of Using the WISELINK Menu. (Refer to page 44) Press the ◄ or ► button to move to Photo, then press the ENTER button. The saved file information is displayed as a folder or file. Start Slide Show Press the ▲, ▼, ◄...
Page 48: Using The Mp3 List
Using the MP List This menu shows MP files from among the files saved on a USB memory device. Music Complete Steps 1 to 3 of Using the WISELINK Menu. CELLDISK2.0 315MB/495MB Free (Refer to page 44) Press the ◄ or ► button to move to Music, then press the ENTER button.
Page 49: Using The Setup Menu
Using the Setup Menu Setup displays the user settings of the WISELINK menu. Complete Steps 1 to 3 of Using the WISELINK Menu. (Refer to page 44) Press the ◄ or ► button to move to Setup, then press the ENTER button.
Page 50: Screen Saver
Repeat Music: Select to determine whether to repeat playing the music when all Slide Show Speed : Fast MP3 files in the current folder have been played. Background Music : On Background Music Setting You can select Off or On. Repeat Music : On Screen Saver...
Page 51: What Is Anynet
What is Anynet + ? Anynet + is an AV network system that enables an easy-to-use AV interface for users by controlling all connected AV devices through the Anynet + menu when Samsung Electronics AV devices are connected. Connecting Anynet + Devices The Anynet + system supports AV devices supporting Anynet + only.
Page 52: Setting Up Anynet
Setting Up Anynet + The following settings are to use Anynet + functions. Using the Anynet + Function View TV Press the MENU button to display the menu. Press the ▲ or ▼ Select Device  button to select Input, then press the ENTER button. Record ...
Page 53: Recording
Anynet + Menu The Anynet + menu changes depending on the type and status of the Anynet + devices connected to the TV. Anynet + Menu Description Switches from Anynet + to TV broadcast mode. View TV Select Device Your TV connects to the corresponding device. Record Starts a recording.
Page 54: Listening Through A Receiver
Listening through a Receiver You can listen to sound through a receiver instead of the TV speaker. Press the MENU button to display the menu. View TV Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select Input, then press the ENTER button. Press the ▲...
Page 55: Teletext Feature (Depending On The Model)
Teletext Feature (depending on the model) Most television stations provide written information services via teletext. The index page of the teletext service gives you information on how to use the service. In addition, you can select various options to suit your requirements by using the remote control buttons. ...
Page 56 The teletext pages are organized according to six categories: Part Contents Selected page number. Broadcasting channel identity. Current page number or search indications. Date and time. Text. Status information. FASTEXT information.  Teletext information is often divided between several pages displayed in sequence, which can be accessed by: Entering the page number ...
Page 57: Wall Mount Kit Specifications (Vesa)
Samsung is not liable for these kinds of accidents.  Samsung is not liable for product damage or personal injury when a non-VESA or non-specified wall mount is used or the consumer fails to follow the product installation instructions.
Page 58: Auto Wall- Mount Adjustment
Auto Wall- mount adjustment (Sold separately)(PS50A5) Once the auto wall mount is installed, the position of your TV can be easily adjusted. Auto Wall-Mount Rear Panel Serial Cable(1P to 1P)(Not supplied) Entering the menu Press the ▲, ▼, ◄ or ► button on your remote control. Setup ...
Page 59: Preparing Before Installing Wall- Mount On The Wall
Install Wall Mount with the torque range of 15kgf·cm or less. Make sure that parts can be damaged if the torque is out of the specified range. Accessory Kit contains Holder–Ring [①] for installing other company’s Wall-Mount on Samsung TV. (Case B)
Page 60: Securing The Tv To The Wall
Securing the TV to the Wall Caution: Pulling, pushing, or climbing on the TV may cause the TV to fall. In particular, ensure your children do not hang over or destabilize the TV; doing so may cause the TV to tip over, causing serious injuries or death.
Page 61: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting Before contacting the Samsung after-sales service, perform the following simple checks. If you cannot solve the problem using the instructions below, note the model and serial number of the television and contact your local dealer. No sound or picture Check that the mains lead has been connected to a wall socket.
Page 62: Specifications
Specifications The descriptions and characteristics in this booklet are given for information purposes only and are subject to modification without notice. Model Name PS50A5 PS5A5 Screen Size (Diagonal) 50 inch 58 inch 1920 x 1080 @ 60 Hz 1920 x 1080 @ 60 Hz PC Resolution Sound (Output) 10Wx2...
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Page 65: Correct Disposal Of This Product
Correct Disposal of This Product (Waste Electrical & Electronic Equipment) (Applicable in the European Union and other European countries with separate collection systems) This marking shown on the product or its literature, indicates that it should not be disposed with other household wastes at the end of its working life.

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