Samsung 5500 Series User Manual

Samsung 5500 Series User Manual

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  • Page 24 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 25: Table Of Contents

    Contents Channel Setting Preference Features Other Information • Using the Channel menu (Watch TV) • Network for LED 5500 Series • Troubleshooting • Memorizing Channels • System Menu • Anti-theft Kensington Lock • Other Features • Support Menu • License Basic Features Advanced Features • Picture Menu • My Contents • Sound Menu • Anynet+ • AllShare™ for LED 5500 Series...
  • Page 26: Using The Channel Menu (Watch Tv)

    ❑ Using the Channel menu (Watch TV) Press the CONTENT button to select Watch TV, and then select the desired menu item. Choose from Schedule Manager, Channel List, and Channel Manager. Schedule Manager ■ CONTENT → → → ENTERE Watch TV Schedule Manager Select the Schedule menu item to access the Timer Viewing...
  • Page 27 Using Timer Viewing You can set the TV to display a desired channel automatically on a day and at a time of your choice. → You must set the current time first using the function in the Time Clock menu to use this function. System To use Viewing, follow these steps:...
  • Page 28 ● Repeat: Select Once, Manual, Sat~Sun, Mon~Fri or Everyday. If you select Manual, you can set the day you want. A check (c) mark indicates a day you selected. ● Date: You can set a desired date. Date is available only when you select Once in Repeat.
  • Page 29: Channel List

    Channel List ■ CONTENT → → → ENTERE Watch TV Channel List contains the channels your TV displays (added channels) when Channel List you press the Channel button on your remote control. On the Channel List, you can view Added Channels, channel information, Favorites, and manage...
  • Page 30 The TV displays Favorites only if you have added favorites using Add to Favorites. If you want to view the list of favorite channels quickly, press the CH LIST button, and then press the ► Mode) button to display Favorites 1-5.
  • Page 31 ● ● (CH Mode / Channel): Toggles between the Favorites list (if you have added favorites using Favorites) and the Add to Added Channels. When you press the View) button, you can move to ●(Program other channels using L(Channel) button. ●...
  • Page 32 How to use Timer Viewing in Channel List (digital channels only) You can use to schedule a digital channel program for Timer Viewing Channel List viewing. The TV will turn on and display the digital channel program when the program begins.
  • Page 33: Channel Manager

    Channel Manager ■ CONTENT → → → ENTERE Watch TV Channel Manager Using Manager, you can add, edit, or delete Added and Favorite Channel channels. You can also edit channel names - for analog channels only. ● Added Ch.: Show all added Channel Manager Added Ch.
  • Page 34 Using the colored buttons with Channel Manager ● ● Red (Antenna): Switches between and Cable. ● ● Blue (Sorting): Sorts the channel list by channel number or by name. Using the Arrow buttons with Channel Manager Highlight a channel in the first column on the left, and then press the Left arrow button.
  • Page 35 Channel Status Display Icons Icon Description An analog channel. A selected channel. A favorite channel. Displays the option menu. Channel Manager ◀ ▶ Channel Manager Option Menu Manage channels using the menu options (Watch, Channel Manager Add to / Delete, Favorites Edit Favorites,...
  • Page 36 Use the arrow buttons to select a channel, and then press the button. A T●Tools check appears next to the channel. You can select more than one channel by highlighting each channel with the cursor, and then pressing ENTERE. Press the TOOLS button on your remote control. Select an option, and then press ENTERE to activate the option or change its settings.
  • Page 37 ● Add to Favorites Edit Favorites: Add to Favorites appears if the channel you selected is not already a favorite. Edit Favorites appears if the channel you selected is already a favorite. Using Add to Favorite to add a channel to the Favorites List: Select Add to Favorites, and then press the ENTERE button.
  • Page 38 Using Edit Favorites to delete a channel from the Favorites List: Select Favorites, and then press the ENTERE button. The Edit Edit screen appears. Favorite The Favorite Group you assigned to that channel is checked. Select the group, and then press ENTERE. The check disappears. Select OK, press ENTERE, and then press ENTERE again.
  • Page 39 ● Channel Name Edit (analog channels only): Assign a name of up to five characters to a channel. For example, Hist, Food, Golf, etc. This makes it easier to find and select the channel. ● Add / Delete: Add a channel or delete a channel from the channel list. When you use the channel button on your remote control to change channels, your TV only displays the channels on the channel list.
  • Page 40 Adding a Channel to the Channel List: Select a deleted channel on the All Channels list, and then press the ENTERE button. Deleted channels are grayed out. Press the TOOLS button on your remote control. The Options menu appears. Select Add, press ENTERE, and then press ENTERE again. NOTE ◀...
  • Page 41 ● only appears if you have selected a deleted channel on the list. Channels ● only appears if you have selected an added channel on the Delete Added Ch. All Channels list. ● Deselect All: Deselect all the selected channels. Deselect All apppears only when you have selected one or more channels.
  • Page 42: Memorizing Channels

    ❑ Memorizing channels MENUm → → ENTERE Channel Your TV memorizes channels and adds the memorized channels to the Channel List with the Auto Program function. Before your TV can memorize channels, you must specify the signal source, either or Cable. If you select cable, when you start Auto Program, you must also specify the cable system type, STD,...
  • Page 43 Antenna (Air / Cable) ■ To begin the memorizing procedure, follow these steps: Push MENUm → → ENTERE on your remote control. Channel Select Antenna, and then press ENTERE. Select the source of your TV signal, . Go to the next section, Cable Auto Program.
  • Page 44: Auto Program

    Auto Program ■ Scans for channels automatically and stores them in the TV’s memory. To start Auto Program, follow these steps: Push MENUm → → ENTERE on your remote control. Channel Select Auto Program, and then press ENTERE. Select Cable or both by highlighting and then pressing ENTERE.
  • Page 45 Select STD, HRC, or IRC, and then press ENTERE. Repeat for Analog Cable System. Select Search or Next, and then press ENTERE. Auto Program starts. After all the available channels are stored, Auto Program removes scrambled channels. When done, the Auto Program menu then reappears.This process can take up to 30 minutes...
  • Page 46: Other Features

    ❑ Other Features MENUm → → ENTERE Channel Clear Scrambled Channel ■ This function filters out scrambled channels after is completed. Auto Program This process may take up to 20~30 minutes. How to Stop the Clear Scrambled Channels Function Press the ENTERE button to select Stop. ◀...
  • Page 47: Fine Tune

    Fine Tune ■ (analog channels only) 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. ●...
  • Page 48: Picture Mode

    Standard: Suitable for a normal environment. ● Natural : For a display that is comfortable to the eye. for LED 5500 series ● Movie: Suitable for watching movies in a dark room. ● Entertain: Suitable for watching movies and games.
  • Page 49 Lean Back Mode: Select when viewing from a slightly lower position. Standing Mode: Select when viewing from the upper position. ● Mode: Adjust screen viewing angle. When Samsung MagicAngle is set to Lean Back Mode Standing Mode, Gamma is not available.
  • Page 50 Backlight / Contrast / Brightness / Sharpness / Color / Tint (G/R) ■ Your television has several options for adjusting picture quality. Select an option using the up and down arrow keys, and then press ENTERE. Use the arrow keys to adjust the option value or select an option setting. When done, press ENTERE.
  • Page 51 Screen Adjustment ■ MENUm → → → ENTERE Picture Screen Adjustment provides various picture size and aspect ratio options. Select Screen Adjustment an option using the up and down arrow keys, and then press ENTERE. Use the arrow keys to select an option in the sub-menu, and then press ENTERE. ●...
  • Page 52 Fit: When your TV inputs HDMI (720p / 1080i / 1080p) or Component (1080i / 1080p) signals, displays the full image without any cut-off. Smart View1 : Reduces original screen size by 50%. for LED 5500 series : Reduces original screen size by 75%. Smart View2 for LED 5500 series ◀...
  • Page 53 ● Position: Adjusts the picture position. Position is only available if Picture size is set to Zoom1, Zoom2, Wide Fit, Screen fit. To use the function after selecting Position Zoom1, Zoom2 Wide Fit, follow these steps: Select the Position, and then press the ENTERE button. Select the button, and then press ENTERE.
  • Page 54 To use the Position function after selecting Screen Fit when connected to an HDMI (1080i/1080p) or Component (1080i/1080p) source, follow these steps: Select the Position, and then press the ENTERE button. Select the Position button, and then press ENTERE. Press the ▲, ▼, ◄ or ► button to move the picture. Press the ENTERE button.
  • Page 55 HD (High Definition): 16:9 - 1080i/1080p (1920x1080), 720p (1280x720) You can adjust and store settings for each external device you have connected to an input on the TV. Picture Sizes available by Input Source: Input Source Picture Size ATV, AV 16:9, Zoom1, Zoom2, 4:3 Component (480i, 480p, 576i, 576p) 16:9, Zoom1, Zoom2, 4:3...
  • Page 56 ● PC Screen Adjustment Available in mode only. Fine: Removes or reduces picture noise. If the noise is not removed Coarse / by Fine-tuning alone, use the function to adjust the frequency as best Coarse as possible and Fine-tune again. After the noise has been reduced, re-adjust the picture so that it is aligned to the center of screen.
  • Page 57 Depending on your version of Windows and your video card, the procedure on your PC will probably differ slightly from the procedure presented here. However, the same basic information will apply in most cases. (If not, contact your computer manufacturer or Samsung Dealer.) English...
  • Page 58 On your PC, click “Control Panel” on the Windows start menu. Click “Appearance and Themes” in the “Control Panel” window. A display dialog-box appears. Click “Display”. Another display dialog box appears. Click the “Settings” tab on the display dialog-box. ● On the Settings tab, set the correct resolution.
  • Page 59: Advanced Settings

    ❑ Changing the Picture Options Advanced Settings ■ MENUm → → → ENTERE Picture Advanced Settings are available in the modes. In Advance Settings Standard Movie mode, you can only make changes to Gamma White Balance. They are not available when you are watching a digital channel. To use, select an option using the up and down arrow keys, and then press ENTERE.
  • Page 60 ● Black Tone (Off / Dark / Darker / Advanced Settings Darkest): Select the black level to Black Tone : Off ► adjust the screen depth. Dynamic Contrast : Medium Shadow Detail ● Dynamic Contrast (Off / Low / Gamma Medium / High): Adjusts the screen RGB Only Mode...
  • Page 61 On): Reduces power consumption by reducing screen brightness when the picture on the screen is motionless ● : Removes drag from fast scenes LED Motion Plus (Off / On) for LED 5500 series with a lot of movement to provide a clear picture. English...
  • Page 62: Picture Options

    Picture Options ■ MENUm → → → ENTERE Picture Picture Options Select an option using the up and down arrow keys, and then press ENTERE. Use the arrow keys to change the setting, and then press ENTERE. mode, you can only make changes to Color Tone.
  • Page 63 ● Digital Noise Filter (Off / Low / 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.
  • Page 64 ● HDMI Black Level (Normal / Low): Lets you select the black level on the screen to adjust the screen depth. Available only in mode (RGB signals). HDMI ● Auto2): Sets the TV so that it senses and then Film Mode (Off / Auto1 / processes film signals from all sources automatically and adjusts the picture for optimum quality.
  • Page 65: Sound Menu

    ❑ Changing the Preset Sound Modes MENUm → → → ENTERE Sound Sound Mode Sound Mode ■ Use the up and down arrow keys to select an option, and then press ENTERE. ● Standard: Selects the normal sound mode. ● Music: Emphasizes music over voices.
  • Page 66 ❑ Sound Settings MENUm → → → ENTERE Sound Sound Effect Sound Effect ■ (standard sound mode only) Use the up and down arrow keys to select an option, and then press ENTERE. ● SRS TruSurround HD (Off / On) This function provides a virtual 5.1 channel surround sound experience ◀...
  • Page 67 ● Equalizer Use Equalizer to customize sound setting for each speaker. Balance L/R: Adjusts the balance between the right and left speaker. (Bandwidth Adjustment): Adjusts the 100Hz / 300Hz / 1kHz / 3kHz / 10kHz volume level of specific bandwidth frequencies. Reset: Resets the equalizer to its default settings.
  • Page 68: Broadcast Audio Options

    ❑ Adjusting Sound Settings Broadcast Audio Options ■ ● Preferred Language (digital channels only) Use the up and down arrow keys to select a language, and then press ENTERE. Digital-TV broadcasts can simultaneously transmit many audio tracks (for example, simultaneous translations of the program into foreign languages). ◀...
  • Page 69 ● Multi-Track Sound (MTS) (analog channels only) Select an option using the up and down arrow keys, and then press ENTERE. 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.
  • Page 70 SPDIF Output ■ The SPDIF (Sony Philips Digital InterFace) outputs an uncompressed digital audio signal when you connect the digital audio jack on the back of the TV to a digital audio in jack on a receiver or home theater. ●...
  • Page 71: Speaker Settings

    Speaker Settings ■ ● Speaker Select (External Speaker / TV Speaker) If you are listening to the sound track of a broadcast or movie through an external receiver, you may hear a sound echo caused by the difference in decoding speed between the TV’s speakers and the speakers attached to your audio receiver.
  • Page 72 ● Auto Volume (Off / Normal / Night) equalizes the volume level on each channel, so that when you change Normal channels, the volume level is the same. Night equalizes and decrease the volume level on each channel, so each channel is quieter.
  • Page 73: Network For Led 5500 Series

    ❑ Setting the Network Connection for LED 5500 series Network Settings ■ MENUm → → → ENTERE Network Network Settings Set up your network connection so you can use AllShare™ and perform software upgrade. Network Status ■ MENUm → →...
  • Page 74 ❑ Connecting to a Wired Network There are three ways to attach your TV to your LAN using cable: ● 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. See the diagram below. TV Rear Panel External Modem The Modem Port on the Wall...
  • Page 75 ● You can attach your TV to your LAN by connecting the LAN port on the back of your TV to a IP Sharer (router) which is connected to an external modem. Use LAN cable for the connection. See the diagram below. TV Rear Panel The Modem Port on the Wall...
  • Page 76 ● 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 77 ● If you have a Dynamic Network, you should use an ADSL modem or router that supports the 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 78 ■ Automatic Network Setup Use the Automatic Network Setup 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 screen. (MENUm → → Go to the Network Settings Network...
  • Page 79 If the connection process fails, Network Settings check the LAN port connection. MAC Address 00:40:30:30:20:10 IP Address 192.168.10.21 If the automatic process cannot Subnet Mask 255.255.255.0 Gateway 192.168.10.1 find the network connection DNS Server 203.248.252.2 values or if you want to set the Internet is connected successfully.
  • Page 80 ■ Manual Network Setup Use the Manual Network Setup when connecting your TV to a network that requires a Static IP address. Getting the Network Connection Values To view the Network connection values on most Windows computers, follow these steps: Right click the Network icon on the bottom right of the screen.
  • Page 81 How to set up manually To set up your TV’s cable network connection manually, follow these steps: screen. (MENUm → → Go to the Network Settings Network Network → ENTERE) Settings Select Wired, and then press IP Settings ENTERE. The network ►...
  • Page 82 In the top entry field, press ENTERE, and then set to Manual. IP Mode Press the ▼ button on your remote control to go to the IP Address entry field, and then press ENTERE. Enter the first portion of the IP Address (for example, 105) into the first entry field using the number keys on your remote control.
  • Page 83 When done entering Address, press ENTERE. 10. Press the down arrow key to go to the Subnet Mask fields, and then press ENTERE. 11. Repeat the same entry process for Subnet Mask, Gateway, and Server. 12. When done, select at the bottom of the page, and then press ENTERE.
  • Page 84 LED 5500 series To connect your TV to your wireless network, you need a wireless router or modem and a Samsung Wireless LAN Adapter (WIS09ABGN, WIS09ABGN2, or WIS10ABGN), which you connect to your TV’s back or side panel USB port. See the illustration below.
  • Page 85 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 86 ◀ ▶ Encryption type is set to WEP, TKIP or TKIP AES (WPS2Mixed) for your wireless router, Samsung TVs will not support a connection in compliance with new Wi-Fi certification specifications. ● If your wireless router supports WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup), you can connect to the network via PBC (Push Button Configuration) or PIN (Personal Identification Number).
  • Page 87 ▶ – One Foot Connection – Ad hoc ● The TV may not recognize the Samsung Wireless LAN Adapter if it is connected to the TV using a USB hub or USB extension cable other than the cable supplied. English...
  • Page 88 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 89 Connect the extension cable to the USB 1 (HDD) port. Connect the extension cable and Samsung Wireless LAN Adapter. ◀ ▶ Using double-sided adhesive tape, attach the Samsung Wireless LAN Adapter to the back of the TV near the top. English...
  • Page 90 ■ Automatic Network Setup 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 91 How to set up automatically Go to the Network Settings Network Settings screen. (MENUm → → Network Select a network connection type. → ENTERE) Network Settings Wired Select (General), and Wireless Wireless (General) then press ENTERE. WPS(PBC) Set up wireless network by selecting your Wireless Router.
  • Page 92 In the list of networks, press the ▲ or ▼ button to select a network, and then press the ENTERE button. If the wireless router is set to Hidden (Invisible), you have to select Network and enter the correct network Name (SSID) and Security key to establish the connection.
  • Page 93 You can also enter numbers by pressing the number buttons on your remote control. You should be able to find the Pass Phrase on one of the set up screens you used to set up your router or modem. When done, use the right arrow button to move the cursor to NEXT, and then press ENTERE.
  • Page 94 ■ Manual Network Setup Use Manual Network Setup when connecting your TV to a network that requires a Static IP address or if the automatic connection process has failed. Getting the Network Connection Values To view the Network connection values on most Windows computers, follow these steps: Right click the Network icon on the bottom right of the screen.
  • Page 95 How to set up manually To set up your TV’s cable network connection manually, follow these steps: screen. (MENUm → → Go to the Network Settings Network Network → ENTERE) Settings Select Wireless (General), and then press ENTERE. The Network function searches for available wireless networks. When done, it displays a list of the available networks.
  • Page 96 If the Enter security key screen appears, go to step 6. If you selected an AP or wireless router that does not have security, go to step 8. Enter the security key (Security key or PIN), and then select Done. When you enter the security key (Security key or PIN), use ▲/▼/◄...
  • Page 97 When done, use the r button to move the cursor to NEXT, and then press the ENTERE button. The network connection screen appears and the verification process starts. Press ENTERE to cancel. Select IP Setting on network connection screen. The IP Settings screen appears.
  • Page 98 13. Repeat the entry process for each field in the Address. If you make a mistake when entering a number, re-enter the number to correct it. You can also press the up or down arrow button to change the number one unit at a time. 14.
  • Page 99 ■ WPS(PBC) Network Setup How to set up using WPS(PBC) If your router has a PBC (WPS) button, follow these steps: Go to the Network Settings Network Settings screen. (MENUm → → Network Select a network connection type. → ENTERE) Network Settings Wired Select WPS(PBC), and...
  • Page 100 ■ One Foot Connection Network Setup One Foot Connection function lets you easily connect your Samsung TV automatically to a Samsung Wireless router. If your non-Samsung router does not support One Foot Connection, you must connect using one of the other methods.
  • Page 101 Connection, and press ENTERE, then press ENTERE One Foot again. Place the router in parallel with the Samsung Wireless LAN Adapter and no more than 10 inches (25cm) from the Adapter. Wait until the connection is automatically established. The network connection screen appears, and network set up is done.
  • Page 102 You can connect to a mobile device that supports Ad-hoc connections - without going through a wireless router - using the “Samsung Wireless LAN Adapter”. After you connect the TV to a mobile device, you can use the files on device.
  • Page 103 Select OK, and press ENTERE. The TV searches for the mobile device. When the TV finishes searching for mobile devices, input the generated Network Name (SSID) Security key into the device you want to connect. If network does not operate normally, check the Network Name again.
  • Page 104 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 at 1-800-SAMSUNG. English...
  • Page 105: System Menu

    ❑ Setting the Time MENUm → → → ENTERE System Time Time ■ The current time will appear every time you press the INFO button. ● Clock: Set the clock to use the various timer features of the TV. If you disconnect the power cord, you have to set the clock again. Mode: Set the current time manually or automatically.
  • Page 106 ● 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. Set: Set the Month, Day, Year, Hour, and am/pm. Clock Minute Select Clock...
  • Page 107 On): Switches the DST (Daylight Saving Time) function on or off. DST (Off / This function is only available when the Clock Mode is set to Auto. Time Zone: Select your time zone. This function is only available when the is set to Auto.
  • Page 108 ❑ Setting the On/Off Timer MENUm → → → ENTERE System Time On Timer so that your TV turns on automatically at a time and on a day of your choosing. ● Timer: You can set up three On Timer 1 separate On Timer configurations.
  • Page 109 Time: Set the hour, minute, am/pm. Use the number buttons or the up and down arrow keys to enter numbers. Use the left and right arrow buttons to change entry fields. Volume: Set the desired volume level. Use the left and right arrow buttons to change the volume level.
  • Page 110 If there is only one photo file in the USB, the Slide Show will not play. A folder with a name that is too long cannot be selected. Each USB device you use is assigned its own folder. When using more than one of the same type of USB device, make sure the folders assigned to each USB device have different names.
  • Page 111 ● Timer: You can set up three Off Timer 1 separate configurations. (Off Off Timer Setup Timer Off Timer Off Timer Once You must set the clock before Off Time you can use Timer. Setup: Select Off, Once, Everyday, Mon~Fri, Mon~Sat, Sat~Sun Manual If you select Manual, you L Move ●U Adjust E Enter R Return...
  • Page 112 ❑ Blocking Programs MENUm → → → ENTERE System Security Security ■ When you access the Security functions for the first time, the PIN input screen appears. Enter a 4 digit PIN you will remember. The PIN screen closes and the Securty Menu appears.
  • Page 113 Rating: Lets you you block TV programs based on their ratings. This function allows you to control which TV programs your children can watch. Rating displays a grid with locks. The following categories are on the left side: – TV-Y: Young children / TV-Y7: Children 7 and over / TV-G: General audience / TV-PG: Parental guidance / TV-14: Viewers 14 and over / MA: Mature audience The following categories are on top:...
  • Page 114 Similarly, if you click under ALL, then all the categories in the young TV-G adult group will be blocked (TV-G, TV-PG, and TV-MA). The sub- TV-14 ratings (D, L, S, V) work similarly. So, if you block the L sub-rating in PG, then the L sub-ratings in TV-14 TV-MA...
  • Page 115 Rating(MPAA): You can block movies based on their MPAA rating. Movie The Motion Picture Association of America (MPAA) has implemented a rating system that provides parents or guardians with advanced information on which films are appropriate for children. Movie Rating displays a column with locks and the following ratings categories: –...
  • Page 116 To block certain content, you select a lock, and press ENTERE (That is, you “click it”.). For example, click the lock and you block all X-rated movies. The rating categories are also grouped so that clicking one category blocks all the categories a parent would block along with it. For example, if you block the PG-13 category, then R,...
  • Page 117 Rating: You can block TV programs based on their Canadian English Canadian English rating. Canadian English Rating displays a column with locks and the following ratings categories: – C: Programming intended for children under age 8. / C8+: Programming generally considered acceptable for children 8 years and over to watch on their own.
  • Page 118 To block certain content, you select a lock, and press ENTERE (That is, you “click it”.). For example, click the 18+ lock and you block all TV programs rated 18+. The rating categories are also grouped so that clicking one category blocks all the categories a parent would block along with it.
  • Page 119 Rating: You can block TV programs based on their French Canadian French Canadian rating. Canadian French Rating displays a column with locks and the following ratings categories: – G: General / ans+: Programming generally considered acceptable for children 8 years and over to watch on their own. / ans+: Programming may not be suitable for children under the age of 13.
  • Page 120 To block certain content, you select a lock, and press ENTERE (That is, you “click it”.). For example, click the 18 ans+ lock and you block all TV programs rated 18 ans+. The rating categories are also grouped so that clicking one category blocks all the categories a parent would block along with it.
  • Page 121 Rating: Parental restriction information you can use Downloadable U.S. while watching DTV channels. NOTE ● If information is not downloaded from the broadcasting station, Downloadable U.S. Rating menu is deactivated. ● Parental restriction information is automatically downloaded while you watch DTV channels. It may take several seconds. ●...
  • Page 122 ● Parental restriction levels differ depending on the broadcasting station. The default menu name and Downloadable U.S. Rating change depending on the downloaded information. ● Even if you set the on-screen display to another language, the menu will appear in English only. Downloadable U.S.
  • Page 123 ● Change PIN: The Change PIN screen will appear. Choose any 4 digits for your PIN and enter it in PIN. Re-enter the same 4 digits in Enter New Confirm New PIN. When the Confirm screen appears, press the button. The TV has memorized your new PIN.
  • Page 124 ❑ Picture In Picture (PIP) MENUm → → → ENTERE System ■ You can watch a program whose signal has passed through the TV’s tuner and watch one external video source simultaneously. For example, if you have a cable box connected to the Cable In jack, you can use to watch programs from the cable box and watch a movie from a Blu-ray player attached to the HDMI In jack.
  • Page 125 ● You may notice that the picture in the PIP window becomes slightly unnatural when you use the main screen to view a game or karaoke. ● When is on, you cannot use PIP. Program Rating Lock ● PIP Settings The picture from the external video source will be in the main screen and the picture from the TV’s tuner will be in the PIP sub-picture window.
  • Page 126 ● PIP (Off / On): Activate or deactivate the PIP function. ● Air/Cable (Air / Cable): Select either Cable as the input source for the sub-screen. ● Channel: Select the channel for the sub-screen. ● (Õ / Ã): Select a size for the sub-picture. Size ●...
  • Page 127: Picture Menu

    ● Eco Sensor (Off / On) : To enhance your power savings, the for LED 5500 series picture settings will automatically adapt to the light in the room. ◀ ▶ If you adjust in the Picture menu, is set to Off.
  • Page 128 Backlight: When is On, lets you manually adjust the ECO sensor minimum screen brightness. Eco Sensor is On, the display brightness may change (become slightly darker in most cases) depending on the surrounding light intensity. You can control the screen’s minimum brightness with the Min Backlight function.
  • Page 129: Menu Language

    Auto Protection Time ■ ● Auto Protection Time (Off / 2 hours / 4 hours / 8 hours / 10 hours): If the screen remains idle with a still image for a period of time you define, the TV activates the screen saver to prevent the formation of burnt in ghost images on the screen.
  • Page 130 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. The Caption feature does not work with devices connected to the TV through the Component, HDMI or PC input jacks.
  • Page 131 Text1~Text4: (digital channels Default / Service1~Service6 / CC1~CC4 / only) The Digital Captions function works with digital channels. Service1~6 may not be available in digital caption mode depending on the broadcast. ● Digital Caption Options: (digital channels only) Size: Options include Default, Small, Standard and Large. The default is Standard.
  • Page 132 Color: You can change the background color of the caption. Background Options include Default, White, Black, Red, Green, Blue, Yellow, Magenta and Cyan. The default is Black. Foreground Opacity: This adjusts the opacity of text. Options include Default, Transparent, Translucent, Solid and Flashing. Background Opacity: This adjusts the opacity of the caption background.
  • Page 133 NOTE ● Digital Caption Options are available only when you can select Default Service1 ~ Service6 Caption Mode. ● The availability of captions depends on the program being broadcast. ● Default setting follows the standards set by the broadcaster. ● You cannot set the Foreground and Background to the same color.
  • Page 134 General ■ ● Game Mode (Off / On): When you have connected a game console such as PlayStation™ or Xbox™ to the TV, you can enjoy a more realistic gaming experience if you set Game Mode NOTE ● Precautions and limitations for Game Mode: –...
  • Page 135 ● Game Mode is not available when you’ve set the input source to or PC. ● only after connecting a game console. If you Game Mode turn Game Mode on before you have attached the game console, you may notice reduced picture quality. ●...
  • Page 136 Menu Transparency (Bright / Dark): Set the Transparency of the menu. ● Boot Logo (Off / On): Display the Samsung logo when the TV is turned on. ● TV name : Lets you change the TV’s name by selecting from for LED 5500 series a list of names (for example, Home TV) or by keying in a name manually.
  • Page 137 For more information about DivX® VOD, visit “http://vod.divx.com”. Network Remote Control (On / Off) ■ for LED 5500 series Turn on/off or give permission to Samsung mobile phones devices to connect ◀ ▶ with and control the TV. You must have a Samsung Mobile phone/device which supports Network Remote Control.
  • Page 138: Support Menu

    Yes: Select Yes if the test picture does not appear or there is noise or distortion in the test picture. There may be a problem with the TV. Contact Samsung’s Call Center for assistance. English...
  • Page 139 MUTE button. Yes: Select Yes if you can hear sound from only one speaker or from neither speaker during the sound test. There may be a problem with the TV. Contact Samsung’s Call Center for assistance. English...
  • Page 140 ◀ ▶ RF or PC Issues, and Other Issues. If your TV seems to be having a problem, access the trouble shooting guide for a solution. If none of these troubleshooting tips apply, contact the Samsung customer service center. English...
  • Page 141: Software Upgrade

    ■ Software Upgrade Software Upgrade menu lets you Software Upgrade upgrade your TV’s software to the latest Current Version 2011/01/18_000001 version. This is the software Current Version: By USB version already installed in the TV. By Online Alternative Software ----/--/--_----- The current version is displayed in Standby Mode Upgrade : Off...
  • Page 142 Upgrading to the Latest Version You can upgrade in three ways: ● By USB ● By Internet ● By Standby Mode Upgrade The three methods are explained in the following pages. Be careful not to turn off the power until the upgrade is complete. The TV will turn off and on automatically after completing the firmware upgrade.
  • Page 143 By USB To upgrade by USB, follow these steps: TV Side Panel Visit www.samsung.com. Download the latest USB software upgrade exe archive to your computer. Copy the folder to a USB flash drive. Turn on the TV, and then insert the USB The placement of the USB jack may flash drive into the USB port of the TV.
  • Page 144 By Online for LED 5500 series By Online function lets you download the upgrade software directly from the Internet into your TV and then upgrade the software in one operation. To use By Online, you must have configured your TV to connect to your network and the TV must be connected to the Internet.
  • Page 145 When the download is complete, the Upgrade Query window appears with three choices: Upgrade Now, Upgrade Later, or Don’t Upgrade. If you select Upgrade Now, the TV upgrades the software, turns off, and then turns on automatically. If you do not make a selection in one minute or select Upgrade Later, the TV stores the new upgrade software.
  • Page 146 Alternative Software option lets you upgrade using a file the TV downloaded Alternative Software earlier, but you decided not to install immediately, or a file downloaded by the TV (See on the next page). Standby Mode Upgrade Standby Mode Upgrade To upgrade by Software, follow these steps: Alternative...
  • Page 147 Standby Mode Upgrade for LED 5500 series You can set the function so that the TV downloads new Standby Mode Upgrade upgrade software when it is in Standby mode. In Standby mode, the TV is off, but its Internet connection is active. This allows the TV to download upgrade software automatically, when you are not using it.
  • Page 148: Contact Samsung

    TV must be connected to Standby Mode Upgrade the Internet. 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 ◀...
  • Page 149: My Contents

    ❑ Using the My Contents Enjoy photos, music and movie files saved on a USB Mass Storage Class (MSC) device and/or your PC. Press the CONTENT button to My Contents select Contents. Videos Press ▲/▼ button to select the Photos Music desired menu (Videos, Photos, Music), then press the ENTERE...
  • Page 150 To view content on a USB device, you must plug the device into a USB jack on the TV. To view content located on your PC, you must have connected your TV and your PC to your LAN and downloaded and installed PC Share Manager on your PC.
  • Page 151 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 152 USB (HDD) is not supported. for LED 4000. 5000 series ● Connect USB HDDs to the dedicated port, USB 1 (HDD), only. for LED 5500 series ● 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.
  • Page 153 ● The TV cannot play MP3 files with DRM that have been downloaded from a for-pay site. Digital Rights Management (DRM) is a technology that supports the creation, distribution, and management of digital content in an integrated and comprehensive way, including protecting the rights and interests of content providers, preventing illegal copying of contents, and managing billings and settlements.
  • Page 154 ● If the TV has no input during the time set in Auto Protection Time, the Screensaver will run. ● The power-saving mode of some external hard disk drives may be released automatically when your connect them to the TV. ●...
  • Page 155 ❑ Connecting to a PC through your network for LED 5500 series You can play pictures, music, and videos saved in your PC on your TV through a network connection using Contents. To use My Contents to play files saved in your PC on your TV, you must download “PC Share Manager”...
  • Page 156 ● The � (REW) or µ (FF) button while a movie is playing. The Divx DRM, Multi-audio, embedded caption is not supported. ◀ Set your PC firewall program so that Samsung PC Share Manager is a ▶ permitted program. English...
  • Page 157 Depending on the Internet server, when you use My Contents through a network connection: ● The sorting method may vary. ● Play Continuously function, which resumes the playing of a video, may not be supported. – Play Continuously function does not support multiple users. (It memorizes only the point where the most recent user stopped playing a video.) ●...
  • Page 158 ❑ My Contents Selection Screen To play a file, move to the file using the ◄/►/▲/▼ buttons, and then press the ENTERE or � (Play) button. The TV plays the file. The screen My Contents may differ depending on how you accessed the screen or how files are sorted. Information: Videos 1/1 page...
  • Page 159 Videos ■ Playing a Video Press the ◄/►/▲/▼ button to select the desired video in the file list. Press the ENTERE button or � (Play) button. – The file name appears on the ◀ ▶ top with its playing time. T Tools R Return L●Jump...
  • Page 160 – During video playback, you can search using the ◄ and ► button. – Press the RETURN button to exit the movie. In this mode, you can play movie clips contained in a game, but you cannot play the game itself. While a movie is playing, press the TOOLS button to access additional functions such as Mode, and...
  • Page 161 ● Supported Video Formats Frame rate Bit rate File Extention Container Video Codec Resolution Audio Codec (fps) (Mbps) Divx 3.11 / 4.x 1920x1080 6 ~ 30 / 5.1 / 6.0 XviD 1920x1080 6 ~ 30 MP3 / AC3 *.avi H.264 BP / MP / LPCM / 1920x1080 6 ~ 30...
  • Page 162 Frame rate Bit rate File Extention Container Video Codec Resolution Audio Codec (fps) (Mbps) Divx 3.11 / 4.x 1920x1080 6 ~ 30 / 5.1 / 6.0 XviD 1920x1080 6 ~ 30 MP3 / AC3 H.264 BP/MP/ / LPCM / *.asf 1920x1080 6 ~ 30 ADPCM /...
  • Page 163 Frame rate Bit rate File Extention Container Video Codec Resolution Audio Codec (fps) (Mbps) H.264 BP / MP 1920x1080 6 ~ 30 / HP MP3 / ADPCM *.mp4 MPEG4 SP / 1920x1080 6 ~ 30 / AAC XVID 1920x1080 6 ~ 30 H.264 BP / MP 1920x1080 6 ~ 30...
  • Page 164 Frame rate Bit rate File Extention Container Video Codec Resolution Audio Codec (fps) (Mbps) MPEG1 1920x1080 24 / 25 / 30 *.mpg AC3 / MPEG / MPEG2 1920x1080 24 / 25 / 30 *.mpeg LPCM / AAC H.264 1920x1080 6 ~ 30 MPEG2 1920x1080 24 / 25 / 30...
  • Page 165 ◀ ▶ ● If the Index Table is in error, the Seek (Jump) function is not supported. ● When you play a video through your network, it may not play, depending on the network status. for LED 5500 series English...
  • Page 166 ● The menu may take longer to appear if the video’s bit rate exceeds 10Mbps. ● Some USB/digital camera devices may not be compatible with the TV. Video Decoder Audio Decoder ● ● Supports up to H.264, Level 4.1 Supports up to WMA 7, 8, 9 STD, 9 PRO. ●...
  • Page 167 Playing movie continuously (Resume Play) If you exit a movie when it is playing, you can play the movie later from the point where you stopped it. Select the movie file you stopped and want to resume by pressing the ◄ or ► button. Press the �...
  • Page 168 Music ■ Playing Music Press the ◄/►/▲/▼ button to Music select the desired music file in the file list. Press the ENTERE button or � (Play) button. – You can use the � (REW), ◀ ▶ µ (FF), Pause, Stop, and E Enter T Tools R Return...
  • Page 169 While a music file is playing, press the TOOLS button to access additional functions such as Mode, and Repeat Mode, Shuffle Mode, Sound Information. only displays files with MP3 file extensions. Other file My Contents extensions are not displayed, even if they are saved on the same USB device.
  • Page 170 Playing selected music Press the (Edit Mode) button. A check box appears on the left side of all the music files. Using the arrow keys, highlight a file you want to play, and then press ENTERE. A check appears in the check box of the selected file. Repeat for each file you want to play.
  • Page 171 Photos ■ Viewing a Photo (or Slide Show) Press the ◄/►/▲/▼ button to Nomal select the desired photo in the file list. Press the ENTERE button. ● To view files manually, one at a time, press the left or right ◀...
  • Page 172 During a Slide Show, press the TOOLS button to access additional functions such as Slide Show Speed, Background Music, Zoom, and Rotate. You can add background music to a slide show if you have music files on your USB device or PC by setting Background Music in the Tools...
  • Page 173 ❑ My Contents - Additional Functions Sorting the file lists Press the button in the file list to sort the files. Checks indicate which media the sort criteria apply to. Sort Criteria Operation Videos Music Photos Displays the whole folder. You can Folder View view a photo by selecting the folder.
  • Page 174 Sort Criteria Operation Videos Music Photos Sorts music files by artist in Artist alphabetical order. Sorts music file by album in Album alphabetical order. Genre Sorts music files by the genre. Sorts and shows photo files by Monthly month. ◀ ▶...
  • Page 175 Videos/Music/Photos Play Option menus When playing a file, press the TOOLS button. Checks indicate which media the options apply to. Option Name Operation Videos Music Photos You immediately load a video file Title Search file you select. You can search a video at one minute intervals using the ◄...
  • Page 176 Option Name Operation Videos Music Photos You can adjust the picture size Picture Size to your preference. You can adjust the picture Picture Mode setting. You can adjust the sound Sound Mode setting. You can enjoy a video in a supported languages.
  • Page 177 Option Name Operation Videos Music Photos You can play a video with Subtitles. This function only works if the subtitle file has the Subtitle Setting same file name as the video file and the appropriate file extension. For example, Avatar. ttxt.
  • Page 178 Option Name Operation Videos Music Photos You can select background Background Music music when watching a Slide Setting Show. You can zoom into images in full screen mode. Use the ENTERE button to increase Zoom or decrease the zoom. Use the arrow buttons to select the area to enlarge.
  • Page 179: Anynet

    Anynet+ with your Samsung TV’s remote control. 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 180 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) Shows the connected device menus.
  • Page 181 Anynet+ Menu Description Shows the title menu of the connected device. For example, if a DVD player is connected, the title menu of the movie in the DVD (device_name) player will appear. Title Menu Depending on the device, this menu may not be available. Sound is played through the receiver.
  • Page 182 ❑ Setting Up Anynet+ MENUm → → → ENTERE System Anynet+ (HDMI-CEC) Anynet+ (HDMI-CEC) ■ On): To use the Anynet+ Function, you must set Anynet+ (HDMI-CEC) (Off / Anynet+ (HDMI-CEC) to On. When the Anynet+ (HDMI-CEC) function is disabled, all the Anynet+ related operations are deactivated.
  • Page 183 ❑ Switching between Anynet+ Devices Press the TOOLS button, select Anynet+ (HDMI-CEC), and then press ENTERE Select List, and then press the ENTERE●button. Device If you cannot find a device you want, press the button to refresh the list. Select a device, and then press the ENTERE button. You can switch to the selected device.
  • Page 184 ❑ Listening through a Receiver You can listen through a receiver (i.e Home Theater) instead of the TV speaker. Select Receiver and set to On. 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 of the receiver to the DIGITAL AUDIO OUT (OPTICAL) jack of the TV.
  • Page 185 NOTE ● You can only control Anynet+ devices using the TV remote control, not the buttons on the TV. ● The TV remote control may not work under certain conditions. If this occurs, reselect the Anynet+ device. ● The Anynet+ functions do not operate with other manufacturers’ products.
  • Page 186 ❑ 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. ● You can connect only one receiver (home theater) connected. ● Check if the Anynet+ device power cord is properly connected. ●...
  • Page 187 Problem Possible Solution ● Check whether the TV remote control is in mode. Anynet+ does not work. ● Check whether the remote control is Anynet+ compatible. ● Anynet+ does not work in certain situations. (Searching channels, operating My Contents Plug & Play (initial setup), etc.) ●...
  • Page 188 Problem Possible Solution ● Check if the Anynet+ device is properly connected to the TV I want to start Anynet+. and check if the Anynet+ (HDMI-CEC) is set to in the System menu. ● Press the TOOLS button to display the Anynet+ menu and select a menu you want.
  • Page 189 Problem Possible Solution ● You cannot use the remote control when the TV is in the The message ‘Connecting process of configuring Anynet+ or switching to a view mode. to Anynet+ ● Use the remote control after the TV has finished Anynet+ device...’...
  • Page 190 Problem Possible Solution ● Check whether or not the device supports Anynet+ functions. The connected device is not ● Check whether or not the HDMI cable is properly connected. displayed. ● Check whether Anynet+ (HDMI-CEC) is set to in the System menu.
  • Page 191: Allshare

    ❑ About AllShare™ for LED 5500 series AllShare™ connects your TV and compatible Samsung mobile phones / devices through a network. On your TV, you can view call arrivals and SMS messages received by your mobile phones. In addition, 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 192 ❑ Setting Up AllShare™ MENUm → → → ENTERE Network AllShare Settings AllShare Settings ■ ● Off): Enables or disables Media (On / AllShare Settings the media function. When the media function is on, you can control Media contents play using mobile phones Media ►...
  • Page 193 Media / Message ■ Shows a list of mobile phones or connected devices which have been set up to use the Media Message function with this TV. Media function is available in all devices which support DLNA DMC. ● Allow / Deny: Allows/Blocks the devices.
  • Page 194 Using the Media Function 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. NOTE ● To turn off the media contents transmission from the devices, set Media in the AllShare...
  • Page 195 Using the Message Function You can view call arrivals and SMS messages received by your mobile phone, through the alarm window, while watching TV. NOTE ● To disable the alarm window, set Message in the AllShare Settings. ● is selected, or if is not selected after the message has appeared once, the message will be deleted.
  • Page 196 Message View If a new SMS message arrives while you are watching TV, the alarm window appears. If you click the OK button, the contents of the message are displayed. You can configure the viewing settings for SMS messages on your mobile phones.
  • Page 197 Call Arrival Alarm If a call arrives while you are watching TV, the alarm window appears. Schedule Alarm While you are watching TV, the alarm window appears to display the scheduled event. You can configure viewing settings for schedule contents on your mobile phone.
  • Page 198: Troubleshooting

    ❑ Troubleshooting If the TV seems to have a problem, first review this list of problems and solutions. If none of these troubleshooting tips apply, visit samsung.com, then click on Support, or call Samsung customer service at 1-800-SAMSUNG. Issues Solutions and Explanations...
  • Page 199 Issues Solutions and Explanations The TV image does Store displays are typically tuned to digital, HD (high not look as good as it definition) channels. did in the store. ● If you have an analog cable/satellite box, upgrade to a digital set top box.
  • Page 200 Issues Solutions and Explanations ● The compression of video contents may cause picture The picture is distorted: macroblock distortion, especially in fast moving pictures such as error, small block, sports and action movies. dots, pixelization. ● A weak signal can cause picture distortion. This is not a TV problem.
  • Page 201 Issues Solutions and Explanations ● Adjust the Picture options in the TV menu. (go to There is poor color or Picture brightness. Mode Color Brightness / Sharpness) ● Adjust the Energy Saving option in the TV menu (go to MENU - System ECO Solution Energy...
  • Page 202 Issues Solutions and Explanations ● If the TV is connected to a cable box, please try to reset When changing channels, the picture the box. (Reconnect the AC cord and wait until the cable freezes or is distorted box reboots. It may take up to 20 minutes.) or delayed.
  • Page 203 Issues Solutions and Explanations ● Set the option to in the The picture is good Speaker Select TV speaker but there is no sound. menu. Sound ● If you are using an external device, check the device’s audio output option (Ex. You may need to change your cable box’s audio option to HDMI if you have the box connected to your TV using an HDMI cable.).
  • Page 204 Issues Solutions and Explanations ● Check the cable connections. Make sure a video cable The speakers are making an is not connected to an audio input. inappropriate noise. ● For Antenna or Cable connections, check the signal information. A weak signal may cause sound distortion. ●...
  • Page 205 Issues Solutions and Explanations ● Ensure the is set to in the The TV turns off Sleep Timer System automatically. menu. ● 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 206 Issues Solutions and Explanations ● Check the cable connections. (Remove and reconnect There is no picture/ video all cables connected to the TV and external devices). ● Set your external device’s (Cable/Sat Box, DVD, Blu- ray etc) video outputs to match the connections to the TV input.
  • Page 207 Issues Solutions and Explanations RF(Cable/Antenna) Connection ● Make sure the coaxial cable is connected securely. The TV is not receiving all channels. ● Auto Program to add available channels to the channel list. Go to MENU - Channel Auto Program then select Auto and make sure to select the correct Cable TV signal type.
  • Page 208 Issues Solutions and Explanations ● Compression of video contents may cause picture The picture is distorted: macroblock, distortion. especially on fast moving pictures such as error, small block, sports and action movies. dots, pixelization. ● A weak signal can cause picture distortion. This is not a TV problem.
  • Page 209 PC. Network Connection for LED 5500 series ● The Samsung Wireless USB dongle is required to use a The wireless network connection failed. wireless network. ● Make sure the network connection is set to Wireless (General).
  • Page 210 Issues Solutions and Explanations ● in the menu. Software Upgrade Network Settings Network over the network fails. ● If you have latest SW version, SW upgrade will not proceed. Others ● Remove the left and right audio connections from the Purple/green rolling horizontal bars and set-top-box.
  • Page 211 Issues Solutions and Explanations ● HD channels will have black bars on either side of the The picture will not display in full screen. screen when displaying up scaled SD (4:3) contents. ● Black bars will appear on the top and bottom of the screen when you watch movies that have aspect ratios different from your TV.
  • Page 212 The cable/set top box remote control does operate the TV. Refer to the Cable/Set top box user not turn the TV on manual for the SAMSUNG TV code. or off, or adjust the volume. ● Check the supported resolution of the TV and adjust the “Mode Not...
  • Page 213 Issues Solutions and Explanations ● This smell is normal and will dissipate over time. There is a plastic smell from the TV. ● This function is only available for digital channels the TV Signal Information receives from an Antenna / RF/Coax connection. unavailable in the Self Diagnosis...
  • Page 214 Issues Solutions and Explanations ● If TV is in the mode, it will reset audio and Your settings are lost Store Demo after 30 minutes or picture settings every 30 minutes. Please change from every time the TV is mode to mode using the Store Demo Home Use...
  • Page 215 Issues Solutions and Explanations ● functionality is only available when you are using an menu is not available. HDMI, PC, or source. Component ● 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.
  • Page 216: Anti-Theft Kensington Lock

    The appearance and locking method may differ from the illustration below depending on the manufacturer. Refer to the manual provided with the Kensington Lock for additional information on proper use. The Kensington Lock is not supplied by Samsung. ◀ ▶...
  • Page 217 To lock the product, follow these steps: Wrap the Kensington lock cable around a large, stationary object such as desk or chair. Slide the end of the cable with the lock attached through the looped end of the Kensington lock cable. Insert the locking device into the Kensington slot on the product ( 1 ).
  • Page 218: License

    ❑ License TheaterSound, SRS and the 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. ◀ ▶...
  • Page 219 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®...

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