Samsung BN68-02577A-04, PN50C450 User Manual

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Plasma TV

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Figures and illustrations in this User Manual are provided for reference only and may differ from actual product appearance.
Product design and specifications may be changed without notice.

Important Warranty Information Regarding Television Format Viewing

See the warranty card for more information on warranty terms.

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Wide screen format PDP Displays (16:9, the aspect ratio of the screen width to height) are primarily designed to view wide screen format full-motion video.
The images displayed on them should primarily be in the wide screen 16:9 ratio format, or expanded to fill the screen if your model offers this feature and
the images are constantly moving. Displaying stationary graphics and images on screen, such as the dark side bars on no expanded standard format
television video and programming, should be limited to no more than 5% of the total television viewing per week.
Additionally, viewing other stationary images and text such as stock market reports, video game displays, station logos, web sites or computer graphics
and patterns, should be limited as described above for all televisions. Displaying stationary images that exceed the above guidelines can cause uneven
aging of PDP Displays that leave subtle, but permanent burned-in ghost images in the PDP picture. To avoid this, vary the programming and images, and
primarily display full screen moving images, not stationary patterns or dark bars.
On PDP models that offer picture sizing features, use these controls to view different formats as a full screen picture.
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.

• SAMSUNG ELECTRONICS NORTH AMERICAN LIMITED WARRANTY STATEMENT

Subject to the requirements, conditions, exclusions and limitations of the original Limited Warranty supplied with Samsung Electronics (SAMSUNG)

products, and the requirements, conditions, exclusions and limitations contained herein, SAMSUNG will additionally provide Warranty Repair Service
in the United States on SAMSUNG products purchased in Canada, and in Canada on SAMSUNG products purchased in the United States, for the
warranty period originally specified, and to the Original Purchaser only.

The above described warranty repairs must be performed by a SAMSUNG Authorized Service Center. Along with this Statement, the Original Limited

Warranty Statement and a dated Bill of Sale as Proof of Purchase must be presented to the Service Center. Transportation to and from the Service
Center is the responsibility of the purchaser. Conditions covered are limited only to manufacturing defects in material or workmanship, and only those
encountered in normal use of the product.

Excluded, but not limited to, are any originally specified provisions for, in-home or on-site services, minimum or maximum repair times, exchanges or

replacements, accessories, options, upgrades, or consumables.

For the location of a SAMSUNG Authorized Service Center, please call toll-free:
– In the United States : 1-800-SAMSUNG (1-800-726-7864)
– In Canada : 1-800-SAMSUNG

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’. To avoid such image retention, refer to page 15 of this manual to reduce the degree of
brightness and contrast of the screen when displaying a still image.

• Heat on the top of the Plasma TV

The top side of the product may be hot after long periods of use as heat dissipates from the panel through the vent hole in the upper part of the

product.

This is normal and does not indicate any defect or operation failure of the product.
However, children should be prevented from touching the upper part of the product.

• The product is making a ‘cracking’ noise.

A ‘cracking’ noise may occur when the product contracts or expands due to a change in the surrounding environment such as temperature or

humidity. This is normal and not a defect of the unit.

• Cell Defects

The PDP uses a panel consisting of 2,360,000(HD-level) to 6,221,000(FHD-level) pixels which require sophisticated technology to produce. However,

there may be a few bright or dark pixels on the screen. These pixels will have no impact on the performance of the product.

• Avoid operating the TV at temperatures below 41°F (5°C)

• A still image displayed too long may cause permanent damage to the PDP Panel.
Watching the Plasma TV in 4:3 format for a long period of time may leave traces of borders displayed on the left, right and center of

the screen caused by the difference of light emission on the screen. Playing a DVD or a game console may cause similar effects to
the screen.
Damages caused by the above effect are not covered by the Warranty.

• After-images on the Screen.

Displaying still images from Video games and PC for longer than a certain period of time may produce partial after-images.
To prevent this effect, reduce the ‘brightness’ and ‘contrast’ when displaying still images for a long time.

• Warranty

Warranty does not cover any damage caused by image retention.
Burn-in is not covered by the warranty.

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Contents

Getting Started

y List of Features .........................................................4

y Accessories ..............................................................4

y Install the Stand ........................................................5

y Viewing the Control Panel .........................................6

y Viewing the Remote Control ...................................... 7

y Connecting to an Antenna ........................................ 8

y Plug & Play (Initial Setup) ...........................................8

Connections

y Connecting to an AV Device ...................................... 9

y Connecting to an Audio Device ............................... 10

y Connecting to a PC ................................................ 11

y Changing the Input Source ..................................... 12

Basic Features

y How to Navigate Menus .......................................... 12

y Channel Menu ........................................................ 13

Seeing Channels 13
Using Favorite Channels 13
Memorizing Channels 13
Editing Channels 14
Other Features 14

y Picture Menu .......................................................... 15

Changing the Preset Picture Mode 15
Adjusting Picture Settings 15
Changing the Picture Options 15
Setting up the TV with your PC 17

y Sound Menu ........................................................... 17

Changing the Preset Sound Mode 17
Adjusting Sound Settings 18
Sound Settings 18

y Setup Menu ............................................................ 18

Setting the Time 18
Using the Sleep Timer 19
Setting the On / Off Timer 19
Locking Programs 19
Economical Solutions 21
Other Features 21

y Support Menu ......................................................... 22

Advanced Features

y Media Play .............................................................. 23

Connecting a USB Device 23

y Anynet+ .................................................................. 26

Setting Up Anynet+ 27
Switching between Anynet+ Devices 28
Recording 28
Listening through a Receiver 28
Troubleshooting for Anynet+ 29

Other Information

y Installing the Wall Mount ......................................... 30

y Securing the Installation Space ............................... 31

y Securing the TV to the Wall ..................................... 32

y Troubleshooting ...................................................... 33

y Specifications ......................................................... 36

y License ................................................................... 36

y Dimensions ............................................................. 37

y Index ...................................................................... 38

ENGLISH

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This function can be used by pressing the

TOOLS button on the remote control.

Check the Symbol!

Note Step by Step Guide

Indicates additional information. Check here for instructions on how to open

the relevant submenu within the OSD (on

screen display).

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Getting Started

List of Features

y Excellent Digital Interface & Networking: With a built-in HD digital tuner, nonsubscription HD broadcasts can be viewed

without a cable box / STB (Set-Top-Box) satellite receiver.
y SRS TruSurround HD provides a virtual surround system (p 18).
y Media Play: Allows you to play music files, pictures saved on a USB device (p. 23).
y Self Diagnosis: You can check to make sure picture and sound operate normally (p. 22).

Accessories

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Please make sure the following items are included with your PDP TV. If any items are missing, contact your dealer.

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The items' colors and shapes may var y depending on the models.

y Remote Control (BN59-00997A) & Batteries (AAA x 2)
y Owner’s Instructions
y Warranty Card / Safety Guide / Quick Setup Guide

y Cleaning Cloth (BN63-01798B)
y Power Cord

Blanking Bracket (BN63-06456A) Ferrite Core for Power Cord (1EA)

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Ferrite Core for Power Cord: The ferrite cores are used to shield the cables from interference.

When connecting a cable, open the ferrite core and clip it around the cable near the plug as

shown in the figure.

A (Distance between the ferrite core and one end of the cord put into the TV set): below

x

50mm

Input Cables (Sold Separately)

HDMI HDMI-DVI Component Composite (AV) Coaxial (RF) VGA

(3301-002049)

A

Power Cord

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Install the Stand

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2

See separate guide for installing the stand.

Stand (1EA) Guide Stand (1EA) Screws (10EA)

Follow the steps below to connect the TV to the stand.

01 Getting Started

(M4 X L16)

Screws (M4 X L16)

Guide Stand

Stand

Rear

1. Connect the Guide Stand to the Stand
using six screws (M4 X L16) as shown.

Top view

2. With your TV upright, connect
the TV to the Stand as shown.

Screws (M4 X L16)

3. Fasten two screws (M4 X L16)

at position 1, and then fasten
two screws (M4 X L16) at
position 2.

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NOTE

Make sure to distinguish between the front and back of the Stand and Guide Stand when assembling them.

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Make sure that at least two persons lift and move the PDP TV.

x

Stand the product up and fasten the screws. If you fasten the screws with the PDP TV placed down, it may lean to

x

one side.

Do not insert your fingers into the stand base slot of the TV when installing the stand base.

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Getting Started

Viewing the Control Panel

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The product color and shape may vary depending on the model.

Power Indicator

Speakers

SOURCE

MENU Displays an on-screen menu, the OSD (on screen display) of your TV’s features.





Power Indicator Blinks and turns off when the power is on and lights up in standby mode.



Remote control sensor Aim the remote control towards this spot on the TV.

Standby mode

Do not leave your TV in standby mode for long periods of time (when you are away on a holiday, for example). A small amount
of electric power is still consumed even when the power button is turned off. It is best to unplug the power cord.



(Power)

Toggles between all the available input sources. In the on-screen menu, use this
button as you would use the ENTER button on the remote control.

Adjusts the volume. In the OSD, use the
◄ and ► buttons on the remote control.

Changes the channels. In the OSD, use the
▼ and ▲ buttons on the remote control.

Turns the TV on or off.





Remote control sensor

buttons as you would use the

buttons as you would use the

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Viewing the Remote Control

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This is a special remote control for the visually impaired and has Braille points on the Power, Channel and Volume
buttons.

01 Getting Started

Turns the TV on and off.

Press to directly access channels.

Press to select additional channels

(digital) being broadcasted by the same

station. For example, to select channel

“54-3”, press “54”, then press “–” and

“3”.

Adjusts the volume.

Brings up the OSD.

Displays Media Play (USB) (p. 23).

Quickly select frequently used functions.

Returns to the previous menu.

Buttons used in the Channel list,

Media Play (USB) menu, etc.

Use these buttons in Media Play (USB)

and Anynet+ (HDMI-CEC) modes

(p. 23, 26).

(: Controls recording for Samsung

recorders that have the Anynet+ feature)

A B C D

S.MODE SLEEP

P.MODE P.SIZE

Displays and selects the available video
sources (p. 12).

Returns to the previous channel.

Cuts off the sound temporarily.

Changes channels.

Displays the channel list on the screen
(p. 13).

Displays Favorite Channel Lists on the
screen (p. 13).

Displays information on the TV screen.

Selects the on-screen menu items and
changes the values seen on the menu.

Exits the menu.

S.MODE: Press to select the sound

mode (p. 17).

SLEEP: Automatically shuts off the TV at

a preset time (p. 19).

MTS: Press to choose stereo, mono

or Separate Audio Program (SAP
broadcast) (p. 18).

P.MODE: Press to select the picture

mode (p. 15).

P.SIZE: Selects the picture size (p. 16).
CC: Controls the caption decoder (p.

21).

Installing batteries (Battery size: AAA)

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NOTE

Use the remote control within 23 feet from the TV.

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Bright light may affect the per formance of the remote

x

control. Avoid use when nearby fluorescent lights or neon
signs.

The color and shape may vary depending on the model.

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Getting Started

Connecting to an Antenna

When the TV is initially powered on, basic settings proceed automatically.

✎

Connecting the power cord and antenna.

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The PDP device may interfere with an amateur radio or AM radio.

VHF/UHF Antenna

Antenna Cable (Not Supplied)

Cable

or

Power Input

Plug & Play (Initial Setup)

When the TV is initially powered on, a sequence of on-screen prompts will assist in configuring basic settings. Press the

POWER button. Plug & Play is available only when the Input source is set to TV.

✎

To return to the previous step, press the Red button.

Selecting a language

1

Selecting Store Demo

2

or Home Use

Selecting an antenna

Press the ▲ or ▼ button, then press the ENTER
Select the desired OSD (On Screen Display) language.

Press the ◄ or ► button, then press the ENTER

y Select the Home Use mode. Store Demo mode is for retail

environments.

y To return the unit’s settings from Store Demo to Home Use

(standard): Press the volume button on the TV. When you
see the volume OSD, press and hold MENU for 5 sec.

Press the ▲ or ▼ button, then press the ENTER



button.

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button.

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button. Select Air, Cable or Auto.

ANT OUT

POWER

P

3

Selecting a channel

4

Setting the

5

Clock Mode

View the

6

HD Connection Guide.
Enjoy your TV.

Press the ▲ or ▼ button, then press the ENTER
to memorize. When setting the antenna source to Cable, a step appears allowing you to
assign numerical values (channel frequencies) to the channels. For more information, refer to
Channel → Auto Program (p. 13).

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Press the ENTER button at any time to interrupt the memorization process.

Set the Clock Mode automatically or manually.

y Auto: Allows you to select DST (Daylight Saving Time) mode and time zone.
y Manual: Allows you to manually set the current date and time. (p. 19).

The connection method for the best HD screen quality is displayed.

Press the ENTER



button.



button. Select the channel source

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If You Want to Reset This Feature...

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MENU → Setup → Plug & Play → ENTER

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Connections

USB

HDMI IN 3

Connecting to an AV Device

Using an HDMI or HDMI/DVI cable: HD connection (up to 720p/1080i)

We recommend using the HDMI connection for the best quality HD picture.
Available devices: DVD, Blu-ray player, HD cable box, HD STB (Set-Top-Box) satellite receiver.

02 Connections

HDMI Cable (Not Supplied)

W

R

Red White

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HDMI IN 1(DVI), 2, 3, PC/DVI AUDIO IN

When using an HDMI/DVI cable connection, you must use the HDMI IN 1(DVI) jack for video. A DVD, Blu-ray

x

player, HD cable box, or HD STB satellite receiver may require a DVI-HDMI (DVI to HDMI) cable or DVI-HDMI
(DVI to HDMI) adapter. The PC/DVI AUDIO IN jack is required for audio.

The picture may not display normally (if at all) or the audio may not work if an external device that uses an older

x

version of HDMI mode is connected to the TV. If such a problem occurs, ask the manufacturer of the external
device about the HDMI version and, if out of date, request an upgrade.

Be sure to purchase a certified HDMI cable. Otherwise, the picture may not display or a connection error may

x

occur.

Using a Component (up to 720p/1080i) or Audio/Video (480i only) Cable

Available devices: DVD, Blu-ray player, cable box, STB satellite receiver, VCR

Device

HDMI OUT

HDMI to DVI Cable (Not Supplied)

R W

Audio Cable (Not Supplied)

Device

DVI OUT

AUDIO OUT

R-AUDIO-L

W

R

Red White

W R

Y

Video Cable
(Not Supplied)

Y

VIDEO OUT

✎

When connecting to AV IN, the color of the AV IN [Y/VIDEO] jack (green) will not match the video cable (yellow).

✎

For better picture quality, the Component connection is recommended over the A /V connection.

W R

AUDIO OUT

R-AUDIO-L

Audio Cable

(Not Supplied)

Device

R

RW

AUDIO OUT

R-AUDIO-L

W

R GB

RBG

COMPONENT OUT

PR PB Y

Component Cable
(Not Supplied)

Device

R GB

Red Blue Green

R W

Y

Red White Yellow

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Connections

R-AUDIO-L

Connecting to an Audio Device

Using an Optical (Digital) or Audio (Analog) Cable Connection

Available devices: Digital Audio System, Amplifier, DVD home theater

Optical Cable (Not Supplied)

W

R

Red White

✎

DIGITAL AUDIO OUT (OPTICAL)

When a Digital Audio System is connected to the DIGITAL AUDIO OUT (OPTICAL) jack, decrease the volume

x

of both the TV and the system.

5.1 CH (channel) audio is available when the T V is connected to an external device supporting 5.1 CH.

x

When the receiver (amplifier or DVD home theater) is set to on, you can hear sound output from the TV’s

x

optical jack. When the TV is receiving a DTV signal, the TV will send 5.1 CH sound to the amplifier or DVD
home theater. When the source is a digital component such as a DVD / Blu-ray player / cable box / STB
(Set-Top-Box) satellite receiver and is connected to the T V via HDMI, only 2 CH audio will be heard from the
amplifier or DVD home theater. If you want to hear 5.1 CH audio, connect the digital audio out jack from your
DVD / Blu-ray player / cable box / STB satellite receiver directly to an amplifier or home theater.

✎

AUDIO OUT: Connects to the audio input jacks on your amplifier/DVD home theater.

When connecting, use the appropriate connector.

x

When an audio amplifier is connected to the AUDIO OUT jacks: Decrease the volume of the TV and adjust the

x

volume level with the amplifier’s volume control.

Audio Cable (Not Supplied)

Digital Audio System

OPTICAL

Amplifier / DVD home theater

AUDIO IN

Using an EX-Link Cable Connection

Available Devices: External devices that support EX-Link

EX-LINK: Connector for service only.

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Using an HDMI/DVI Cable or a D-sub Cable

Connecting to a PC

02 Connections

Display Modes (D-Sub and HDMI/DVI Input)

Optimal resolution

y PN42C450: 1024 X 768 @ 60Hz
y PN50C450: 1360 X 768 @ 60Hz

Mode Resolution

IBM

MAC

VESA CVT

VESA DMT

VESA GTF

640 x 350
720 x 400

640 x 480
832 x 624

720 x 576

1280 x 720

640 x 480
640 x 480
640 x 480
800 x 600
800 x 600

800 x 600
1024 x 768
1024 x 768
1024 x 768
1280 x 720
1360 x 768

1280 x 720 52.500 70.000 89.040 -/+

Horizontal
Frequency

(KHz)

31.469

31.469

35.000

49.726

35.910

56.456

31.469

37.500

37.861

37.879

46.875

48.077

48.363

56.476

60.023

45.000

47.712

Vertical

Frequency

(Hz)

70.086

70.087

66.667

74.551

59.950

74.777

59.940

75.000

72.809

60.317

75.000

72.188

60.004

70.069

75.029

60.000

60.015

Pixel Clock

Frequency

(MHz)

25.175

28.322

30.240

57.284

32.750

95.750

25.175

31.500

31.500

40.000

49.500

50.000

65.000

75.000

78.750

74.250

85.500

Audio Cable (Not Supplied)

HDMI to DVI Cable (Not Supplied)

D-Sub Cable (Not Supplied)

Audio Cable (Not Supplied)

Sync Polarity

(H / V)

+/-

-/+

-/-

-/-

-/+

-/+

-/-

-/-

-/­+/+
+/+
+/+

-/-

-/­+/+
+/+
+/+

AUDIO OUT

DVI OUT

PC OUT

AUDIO OUT

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NOTE

For HDMI/DVI cable connection, you must use the HDMI IN 1(DVI) jack.

x

The interlace mode is not supported.

x

The set may operate abnormally if a non-standard video format is selected.

x

Separate and Composite modes are supported. SOG(Sync On Green) is not supported.

x

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Changing the Input Source

SOURCE

Source List

Use to select TV or an external input sources
such as a DVD / Blu-ray player / cable box /
STB satellite receiver.



MENU → Input → Source List →
ENTER



■ TV / PC / AV / Component1 / Component2 /

HDMI1/DVI / HDMI2 / HDMI3 / USB

✎

You can only choose external devices that
are connected to the TV. In the Source List,
connected inputs will be highlighted.

✎

In the Source List, PC is always activated.

Basic Features

Edit Name



MENU → Input → Edit Name → ENTER

■ VCR / DVD / Cable STB / Satellite STB / PVR STB /

AV Receiver / Game / Camcorder / PC / DVI PC /
DVI Devices / TV / IPTV / Blu-ray / HD DVD / DMA:

Name the device connected to the input jacks to make
your input source selection easier.

✎

When connecting an HDMI/DVI cable to the

HDMI IN 1(DVI) port, you should set the TV to DVI PC

or DVI Devices mode under Edit Name.



How to Navigate Menus

Before using the TV, follow the steps below to learn how to
navigate the menu and select and adjust different functions.

1

2

3 4

1 MENU button: Displays the main on-screen menu.
2 ENTER

3 RETURN button: Returns to the previous menu.
4 EXIT button: Exits the on-screen menu.

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

select an item. Confirm the setting.

/ Direction button: Move the cursor and

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How to Operate the OSD (On Screen Display)

The access step may differ depending on the selected menu.

MENU



1

▲ / ▼ Select an icon with the ▲ or ▼

2

ENTER



3

▲ / ▼

4

◄ / ►

5

ENTER



6

EXIT



The main menu options appear on
the screen:

Picture, Sound, Channel, Setup,
Input, Application, Support.

button.
Press ENTER to access the

sub-menu.
Select the desired submenu with

the ▲ or ▼ button.
Adjust the value of an item with the

◄ or ► button. The adjustment in
the OSD may differ depending on
the selected menu.

Press ENTER to confirm the
selection.

Press EXIT.

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Channel Menu

CHLIST

 Seeing Channels

 Using Favorite Channels



MENU → Channel → Channel List → ENTER

03 Basic Features



Channel List

Add, delete or set Favorite channels and use
the program guide for digital broadcasts.



MENU → Channel → Channel List

→ ENTER

Select a channel in the All Channels,
Added Channels, Favorite or Programmed

screen by pressing the ▲ / ▼ and

ENTER buttons. Then you can watch the

selected channel.

Added Channels

■ All Channels: Shows all currently available channels.

■



■

■
programs.

✎

Using the color buttons with the Channel List

x

number.

x

Select desired channels and press the Yellow button
to set all the selected channels at the same time. The




x

(The options menus may differ depending on the
situation.)

Channel Status Display Icons

Icons Operations









6 Air
6-1 * TV #6

7 Air

8 Air
9 Air

9-1 * TV #9
10 Air

10-1 * TV #10
11-1 * TV #11

Air Zoom Select

Added Channels: Shows all added channels.

Favorite: Shows all favorite channels.

Programmed: Shows all currently reserved

Green (Zoom): Enlarges or shrinks a channel

Yellow (Select): Selects multiple channel lists.

mark appears to the left of the selected channels.
(Tools): Displays the Channel List option menu.

A channel selected.
A channel set as a Favorite.
A reserved Program.



Tools

Add to Favorite / Delete from Favorite



Set channels you watch frequently as Favorites.

1. Select a channel and press the TOOLS button.

2. Add or delete a the channel using the Add to Favorite
or Delete from Favorite menu respectively.

Added Channels

To show all Favorite channels, click on
the button shown on the right.

6 Air
6-1 * TV #6

7 Air

8 Air
9 Air

9-1 * TV #9
10 Air

10-1 * TV #10
11-1 * TV #11

Air Zoom Select

Delete

Add to Favorite

Timer Viewing

Channel Name Edit

Select All

Auto Program



Tools

FAV.CH

 Memorizing Channels



MENU → Channel → ENTER

Antenna (Air / Cable)

Before your television can begin memorizing the available
channels, you must specify the type of signal source that is
connected to the TV (i.e. an Air or a Cable system).





Auto Program

■ Air: Air antenna signal.

■ Cable: Cable antenna signal.

■ Auto: Air and Cable antenna.

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Basic Features

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NOTE

When selecting the Cable TV system: STD, HRC

x

and IRC identify various types of cable TV systems.
Contact your local cable company to identif y the
type of cable system that exists in your particular
area. At this point, the signal source has been
selected.

After all the available channels are stored, it starts

x

to remove scrambled channels. The Auto Program
menu then reappears.

 Editing Channels



MENU → Channel → Channel List → ENTER

Channel Name Edit

1. Select a channel and press the TOOLS button.

2. Edit the channel name using the Channel Name Edit

menu.

■ Channel Name Edit (analog channels only): Assign your
own channel name.

 Other Features



MENU → Channel → ENTER



Clear Scrambled Channel

This function is used to filter out scrambled channels after
Auto Program is completed. This process may take up to
20~30 minutes.

How to Stop Searching Scrambled Channels

1. Press the ENTER

2. Press the ◄ button to select Yes.

3. Press the ENTER

✎

This function is only available in Cable mode.



button to select Stop.



button.

Channel List

Channel List Option Menu
Set each channel using the Channel List menu options (Add

/ Delete, Timer Viewing, Select All / Deselect All). Option

menu items may differ depending on the channel status.

1. Select a channel and press the TOOLS button.

2. Select a function and change its settings.

■ Add / Delete: Delete or add a channel to display the
channels you want.

✎

NOTE

All deleted channels will be shown on the

x

All Channels menu.



A gray-colored channel indicates the channel

x

has been deleted.
The Add menu only appears for deleted

x

channels.
Delete a channel from the Added Channels or

x

Favorite menu in the same manner.

■ Timer Viewing: You can set a desired channel to be
displayed automatically at the reserved time. Set the
current time first to use this function.

1. Press the ◄ / ► / ▲ / ▼ buttons to select the

desired channel in Channel List.

2. Press the TOOLS button, then select

Timer Viewing.

3. Scroll up or down to adjust the settings in the box,

or use the numeric buttons on your remote to enter
the date and time.

✎

If you selected Once, Every Week or Everyday
in Repeat, you can enter the date you want.

4. Select OK, then press the ENTER

done.

✎

NOTE

Only memorized channels can be reserved.

x

Reserved programs will be displayed in the

x

Programmed menu.
When a digital channel is selected, press the ►

x

button to view the digital program.

■ Select All: Select all the channels in the channel list.

■ Deselect All: Deselect all the selected channels.

✎

You can only select Deselect All when one or
more channels are selected.



button when

Programmed

(in Channel List)
You can view, modify or delete a show you have reserved

to watch. Programmed timer viewing is displayed here.
Highlight a program and press the TOOLS button to display
options.

■ Change Info: Change a show you have reserved to
watch. Begin with step 3 of “Timer Viewing,” above.

■ Cancel Schedules: Cancel a show you have reserved
to watch.

✎

This deletes the highlighted or selected
program(s).

■ Information: Display a show you have reserved
to watch. (You can also change the reservation
Information.)

✎

Alternatively, you can view Information by
highlighting a program and pressing the



ENTER

■ Select All / Deselect All: Select or deselect all reserved
programs.

button.

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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. Scroll to the left or right until the image
is clear.

✎

Settings are applied to the channel you're currently
watching.

✎

Fine tuned channels that have been saved are marked
with an asterisk “*” on the right-hand side of the
channel number in the channel banner.

✎

To reset the fine-tuning, select Reset.

Picture Menu

 Changing the Preset Picture Mode



MENU → Picture → Mode → ENTER



 Changing the Picture Options

Advanced Settings



MENU → Picture → Advanced Settings →
ENTER



(Advanced Settings are available in Standard / Movie mode)
Compared to previous models, new Samsung TVs have a

more precise picture.

✎

In PC mode, you can only make changes to Gamma
and White Balance.

Advanced Settings

Black Tone : Off ►

Dynamic Contrast : Medium

Gamma : 0

Color Space : Native

White Balance

Flesh Tone : 0

Edge Enhancement : On

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Mode

Select your preferred picture type.

■ Dynamic: Suitable for a bright room.

■ Standard: Suitable for a normal
environment.

■ Movie: Suitable for watching movies in
a dark room.

 Adjusting Picture Settings



MENU → Picture → ENTER



P.MODE

Cell Light / Contrast / Brightness /
Sharpness / Color / Tint (G/R)

Your television has several setting options for picture quality
control.

✎

NOTE

When you make changes to Cell Light, Contrast,

x

Brightness, Sharpness, Color or Tint (G/R), the
OSD will be adjusted accordingly.

In PC mode, you can only make changes to

x

Cell Light, Contrast and Brightness.
Settings can be adjusted and stored for each

x

external device connected to the TV.



Move



Enter



Return

■ Black Tone (Off / Dark / Darker / Darkest): Select the
black level to adjust the screen depth.

■ Dynamic Contrast (Off / Low / Medium / High): Adjust
the screen contrast.

■ Gamma: Adjust the primary color intensity.

■ Color Space (Auto / Native / Custom): Adjust the
range of colors available to create the image. To adjust
Color, Red, Green, Blue and Reset, set Color Space
to Custom.

■ White Balance: Adjust the color temperature for a more
natural picture.

R-Offset / G-Offset / B-Offset: Adjust each color’s (red,
green, blue) darkness.

R-Gain / G-Gain / B-Gain: Adjust each color’s (red,
green, blue) brightness.

Reset: Resets the White Balance to it’s default settings.

■ Flesh Tone: Emphasize pink “Flesh Tone.”

■ Edge Enhancement (Off / On): Emphasize object
boundaries.

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Picture Options



MENU → Picture → Picture Options →



ENTER

✎

In PC mode, you can only make changes to the Color
Tone, Size and Screen Burn Protection.

Picture Options

Color Tone : Normal ►

Size : 16:9

Digital Noise Filter : Auto

HDMI Black Level : Normal

Film Mode : Off

Screen Burn Protection



Move



Enter



Return

■ Color Tone (Cool / Normal / Warm1 / Warm2)

✎

Warm1 or Warm2 will be deactivated when the picture
mode is Dynamic or Standard.

✎

Settings can be adjusted and stored for each external
device connected to an input on the T V.

■ Size: Your cable box/satellite receiver
may have its own set of screen sizes as
well. However, we highly recommend you
use 16:9 mode most of the time.

16:9 : Sets the picture to 16:9 wide
mode.

Zoom1: Use for moderate magnification.
Zoom2: Use for a stronger magnification.
Wide Fit: Enlarges the aspect ratio of the picture to fit

the entire screen.

✎

Available with HD 1080i / 720p signals in 16:9
mode.

4:3 : Sets the picture to basic (4:3) mode.

✎

Do not watch in 4:3 format for a long time. Traces
of borders displayed on the left, right and center
of the screen may cause image retention(screen
burn) which are not covered by the warranty.

Screen Fit: Displays the full image without any cut-off
when HDMI (720p / 1080i / 1080p) or Component
(1080i / 1080p) signals are inputted.

✎

NOTE

After selecting Zoom1, Zoom2 or Wide Fit:

x

1. Press the ► button to select Position.

2. Press the ENTER

3. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to move the picture up

or down.



button.

P.SIZE

4. Press the ENTER

5. Press the ► button to select Reset.

6. Press the ENTER

to its default position.

After selecting Screen Fit in HDMI (1080i/1080p) or

x

Component (1080i/1080p) mode, you may need to
center the picture:

1. Press the ◄ or ► button to select Position.

2. Press the ENTER

3. Press the ▲, ▼, ◄ or ► button to move the

picture.

4. Press the ENTER

5. Press the ◄ or ► button to select Reset.

6. Press the ENTER

HD (High Definition): 16:9 - 1080i/1080p (1920x1080),

x

720p (1280x720)
Settings can be adjusted and stored for each

x

external device you have connected to an input on
the TV.

Input Source Picture Size

ATV, AV,
Component (480i, 480p)
DTV(1080i),
Component (1080i, 1080p),
HDMI (720p, 1080i, 1080p)
PC 16:9, 4:3

■ 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.

✎

When the signal is weak, try other options until the
best picture is displayed.

Auto Visualization: When changing analog channels,
displays signal strength.

✎

Only available for analog channels.

✎

When bar is green, is that the best possible signal.

■ HDMI Black Level (Normal / Low): Selects the black
level on the screen to adjust the screen depth.

✎

Available only in HDMI mode.

■ Film Mode (Off / Auto): Sets the TV to automatically
sense and process film signals from all sources and
adjusts the picture for optimum quality.

✎

Available in TV, AV, COMPONENT (480i / 1080i)
and HDMI (480i / 1080i).

■ Screen Burn Protection: To reduce the possibility of
screen burn, this unit is equipped with screen burn
prevention technology. The Time setting allows you to
program the time between movement of the picture in
minutes.



button.



button to reset the picture



button.



button.



button.

16:9, Zoom1,
Zoom2, 4:3

16:9, 4:3, Wide Fit,
Screen Fit

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Pixel Shift (Off / On): Using this function, you can
minutely move pixels on the PDP in horizontal or vertical
direction to minimize after images on the screen.

✎

Optimum condition for pixel shift

Item

Horizontal 0~4 4

Vertical 0~4 4

Time (minute) 1~4 min 4 min

✎

The Pixel Shift value may differ depending on the
TV size (inches) and mode.

✎

This function is not available in the Screen Fit
mode.

Auto Protection Time (10 min / 20 min / 40 min /
1 hour / Off): If the screen remains idle with a still image

for a certain period of time defined by the user, the
screen saver is activated to prevent the formation of
ghost images on the screen.

Scrolling: This function removes after-images on the
screen by moving all the pixels on the PDP according
to a pattern. Use this function when there are remaining
after-images or symbols on the screen, especially when
you displayed a still image on the screen for a long time.

✎

The after-image removal function has to be
executed for a long time (approximately 1 hour)
to effectively remove after-images on the screen.
If the after-image is not removed after performing
the function, repeat the function again.

✎

Press any key on the remote control to cancel this
feature.

Side Gray (Dark / Light): When you watch TV with the
screen ratio set to 4:3, the screen is prevented from any
damage by adjusting the white balance on both extreme
left and right sides.

TV/AV/Component/

HDMI/PC

Picture Reset (Reset Picture Mode /
Cancel)

Resets your current picture mode to its default settings.

 Setting up the TV with your PC

Set the input source to PC.



MENU → Picture → ENTER

Auto Adjustment

Adjust frequency values/positions and fine tune the settings
automatically.

✎

Not available when connecting with an HDMI/DVI cable.





Screen

■ Coarse / Fine: Removes or reduces picture noise. If the
noise is not removed by Fine-tuning alone, then adjust
the frequency as best as possible (Coarse) and Fine­tune again. After the noise has been reduced, readjust
the picture so that it is aligned to the center of screen.

■ Position: Adjust the PC’s screen positioning if it does
not fit the TV screen. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to adjust
the Vertical-Position. Press the ◄ or ► button to adjust
the Horizontal-Position.

■ Image Reset: Resets the image to default settings.

Using Your TV as a Computer (PC) Display

Setting Up Your PC Software (Based on Windows XP)
Depending on the version of Windows and the video card,

the actual screens on your PC will probably look different, but
the same basic set-up information will apply in most cases.
(If not, contact your computer manufacturer or Samsung
Dealer.)

1. Click on “Control Panel” on the Windows start menu.

2. Click on “Appearance and Themes” in the “Control

Panel” window and a display dialog-box will appear.

3. Click on “Display” and a display dialog box will appear.

4. Navigate to the “Settings” tab on the display dialog-box.

y The correct size setting (resolution) [Optimum:

PN42C450: 1024 X 768 @ 60Hz, PN50C450: 1360 X
768 @ 60Hz]

y If a vertical-frequency option exists on your display

settings dialog box, the correct value is “60” or “60 Hz’.
Otherwise, just click “OK” and exit the dialog box.

Sound Menu

 Changing the Preset Sound Mode



MENU → Sound → Mode → ENTER

Mode



■ Standard: Selects the normal sound
mode.

■ Music: Emphasizes music over voices.

■ Movie: Provides the best sound for
movies.

■ Clear Voice: Emphasizes voices over
other sounds.

■ Custom: Increase the intensity of
high-frequency sound to allow a better
listening experience for the hearing
impaired.



S.MODE

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 Adjusting Sound Settings



MENU → Sound → Equalizer → ENTER



Equalizer

Adjusts the sound mode.

■ Balance L/R: Adjusts the balance between the right and
left speaker.

■ 100Hz / 300Hz / 1kHz / 3kHz / 10kHz (Bandwidth
Adjustment): Adjusts the level of specific bandwidth
frequencies.

■ Reset: Resets the equalizer to its default settings.

 Sound Settings



MENU → Sound → ENTER



SRS TruSurround HD (Off / On)

This function provides a virtual 5.1 channel surround sound
experience through a pair of speakers using HRTF (Head
Related Transfer Function) technology.

Preferred Language

(digital channels only)
Digital-TV broadcasts are capable of

simultaneous transmission of many audio
tracks (for example, simultaneous translations
of the program into foreign languages).

✎

You can only select a language among
the ones being broadcasted.

MTS

Auto Volume (Off / On)

Because each broadcasting station has its own signal
conditions, the volume can vary as you switch between
channels. This feature 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.

Speaker Select (External Speaker /
TV Speaker)

A sound echo may occur due to a difference in decoding
speed between the main speaker and the audio receiver. In
this case, set the TV to External Speaker.

✎

When Speaker Select is set to External Speaker, the
volume and MUTE buttons will not operate and the
sound settings will be limited.

✎

When Speaker Select is set to External Speaker.

TV Speaker: Off, External Speaker: On

x

✎

When Speaker Select is set to TV Speaker.

TV Speaker: On, External Speaker: On

x

✎

If there is no video signal, both speakers will be mute.

Sound Reset (Reset All /
Reset Sound Mode / Cancel)

■ Reset All: Restore all sound settings to the factory
defaults.

■ Reset Sound Mode: Returns all sound values in the
currently selected mode to the default settings.

Setup Menu

Multi-Track Sound (MTS)

(analog channels only)

■ Mono: Choose for channels that are
broadcasting in mono or if you are having
difficulty receiving a stereo signal.

■ Stereo: Choose for channels that are
broadcasting in stereo.

■ SAP: Choose to listen to the Separate
Audio Program, which is usually a
foreign-language translation.

✎

Depending on the particular program being broadcast,
you can listen to Mono, Stereo or SAP.

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MTS

 Setting the Time



MENU → Setup → Time → ENTER



Time

■ Clock: Setting the clock is for using various timer
features of the TV.



The current time will appear every time you press
the INFO button.

✎

If you disconnect the power cord, you have to set
the clock again.

Clock Mode (Auto / Manual)

– Auto: Set the current time automatically using the

time from a digital channel.

✎

The antenna must be connected in order to set
the time automatically.

– Manual: Set the current time manually.

✎

Depending on the broadcast station and signal,
the auto time set up may not be correct. In this
case, set the time manually.

Clock Set: Set the Month, Day, Year, Hour, Minute and
am/pm manually.

✎

Available only when Clock Mode is set to
Manual.

✎

You can set the Month, Day, Year, Hour and
Minute directly by pressing the number buttons
on the remote control.

Time Zone: Select your time zone.

✎

This function is only available when the

Clock Mode is set to Auto.

DST (Daylight Saving Time) (Off / On / Auto):

Switches the Daylight Saving Time function on or off.

✎

This function is only available when the

Clock Mode is set to Auto.

 Using the Sleep Timer



MENU → Setup → Time → Sleep Timer →
ENTER



■ Sleep Timer: Automatically shuts off the
TV after a preset period of time. (30, 60,
90, 120, 150 and 180 minutes).

✎

To cancel the Sleep Timer, select
Off.

SLEEP

 Setting the On / Off Timer



MENU → Setup → Time → Timer 1 →
ENTER



You can set the TV to turn on automatically at a preset time.

■ Timer 1 / Timer 2 / Timer 3: Three different on / off
timer settings can be made. You must set the clock first.

On Time

▲

00 00 am

▼

Off Time

00 00 am

Volume

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Repeat

Once

On Time / Off Time: Set the hour, minute, and activate
/ inactivate. (To activate the timer with the setting you’ve
chosen, set to Activate.)

Timer 1

Inactivate

Inactivate

Contents

Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat



Move

Adjust 

Enter



Return

Volume: Set the desired volume level.
Contents: Select a folder in the USB device containing

music or photo files to be played when the TV is turned
on automatically.

✎

NOTE

If there is no music file on the USB device or the

x

folder containing a music file is not selected, the
Timer function does not operate correctly.

When there is only one photo file in the USB,

x

the Slide Show will not play.
If a folder name is too long, the folder cannot be

x

selected.
Each USB you use is assigned its own folder.

x

When using more than one of the same type of
USB, make sure the folders assigned to each
USB have different names.

Repeat: Select Once, Everyday, Mon~Fri, Mon~Sat,
Sat~Sun or Manual to set at you convenience. If you

select Manual, you can set up the day you want to
activate the timer.

✎

The  mark indicates the day is selected.

✎

Auto Power Off (available only when the TV is turned
on by the Timer): The TV will be automatically turned off
after 3 hours of being left idle to prevent overheating.

 Locking Programs

V-Chip

The V-Chip feature automatically locks out programs that
are deemed inappropriate for children. The user must enter a
PIN (personal identification number) before any of the V-Chip
restrictions are set up or changed.

✎

NOTE

V-Chip is not available in HDMI, Component or PC

x

mode.
The default PIN number of a new TV set is “0-0-0-0”

x

Allow All: Press to unlock all TV ratings.

x

Block All: Press to lock all TV ratings.

x

■ V-Chip Lock (Off / On): You can block rated TV
Programs.

TV Parental Guidelines: You can block TV programs
depending on their rating. This function allows you to
control what your children are watching.

– TV-Y: Young children / TV-Y7: Children 7 and over /

TV-G: General audience / TV-PG: Parental guidance
/ TV-14: Viewers 14 and over / TV-MA: Mature
audience

– ALL: Lock all TV ratings. / FV: Fantasy violence /

V: Violence / S: Sexual situation / L: Adult Language /
D: Sexually Suggestive Dialog

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✎

The V-Chip will automatically block cer tain
categories dealing with more sensitive material.
For example, if you block the TV-Y category,
then TV-Y7 will automatically be blocked.
Similarly, if you block the T V-G category, then all
the categories in the young adult group will be
blocked (TV-G, TV-PG, T V-14 and TV-MA). The
sub-ratings (D, L, S, V) work similarly. So, if you
block the L sub-rating in TV-PG, then the L sub­ratings in T V-14 and TV-MA will automatically be
blocked.

MPAA Rating: You can block movies depending on
their MPAA rating. 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.

– G: General audience (no restrictions). / PG: Parental

guidance suggested. / PG-13: Parents strongly
cautioned. / R: Restricted. Children under 17 should
be accompanied by an adult. / NC-17: No children
under age 17. / X: Adults only. / NR: Not rated.

✎

The V-Chip will automatically block any category
that deals with more sensitive material. For
example, if you block the PG-13 category, then R,

NC-17 and X will automatically be blocked.

Canadian English: You can block TV programs

depending on their Anglophone Canadian ratings.

– C: Programming intended for children under age 8. /

C8+: Programming generally considered acceptable
for children 8 years and over to watch on their own.
/ G: General programming, suitable for all audiences.
/ PG: Parental Guidance. / 14+: Programming
contains themes or content which may not be
suitable for viewers under the age of 14. / 18+: Adult
programming.

✎

The V-Chip will automatically block any category
that deals with more sensitive material. For
example, if you block the G category, then

PG, 14+ and 18+ will automatically be blocked.

Canadian French: You can block TV programs

depending on their Anglophone Canadian ratings.

– G: General / 8 ans+: Programming generally

considered acceptable for children 8 years and over
to watch on their own. / 13 ans+: Programming may
not be suitable for children under the age of 13. /
16 ans+: Programming is not suitable for children
under the age of 16. / 18 ans+: Programming
restricted to adults.

✎

The V-Chip will automatically block any category
that deals with more sensitive material. For
example, if you block the 8 ans+ category, then
13 ans+, 16 ans+ and 18 ans+ will automatically
be blocked also.

Downloadable U.S. Rating: Parental restriction
information can be used while watching DTV channels.

✎

NOTE

If information is not downloaded from the

x

broadcasting station, the
Downloadable U.S. Rating menu is
deactivated.

Parental restriction information is automatically

x

downloaded while watching DTV channels. It
may take several seconds.

The Downloadable U.S. Rating menu

x

is available for use after information is
downloaded from the broadcasting station.
However, depending on the information from
the broadcasting station, it may not be available
for use.

Parental restriction levels dif fer depending on

x

the broadcasting station. The default menu
name and Downloadable US Rating change
depending on the downloaded information.

Even if you set the on-screen display to another

x

language, the Downloadable U.S. Rating
menu will appear in English only.

The rating will automatically block certain

x

categories that deal with more sensitive
material.

The rating titles (For example: Humor Level..etc)

x

and TV ratings (For example: DH, MH, H..etc)
may differ depending on the broadcasting
station.

■ Change PIN: The Change PIN screen will appear.
Choose any 4 digits for your PIN and enter them. As
soon as the 4 digits are entered, the
Confirm New PIN screen appears. Re-enter the same
4 digits. When the Confirm screen disappears, your PIN
has been memorized.

How to watch a restricted channel

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:

This channel is blocked by V-Chip. Please enter the PIN to
unblock.

✎

If you forget the PIN, press the remote-control buttons
in the following sequence, which resets the pin to
“0-0-0-0:” POWER (off) → MUTE → 8 → 2 → 4 →

POWER(on)

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 Economical Solutions



MENU → Setup → ENTER

The Eco Function can be used to enhance your power
savings.



Energy Saving (Off / Low / Medium /
High)

This adjusts the brightness of the TV in order to reduce
power consumption. Until the screen turns on again, a
distorted picture will be displayed for about 4 seconds.

Eco Sensor (Off / On)

Eco Sensor detects surrounding light intensity using an
optical sensor and adjusts the screen’s brightness.

■ Eco Sensor (Off / On): Turns the sensor off or on.

✎

If you adjust the Cell Light, the Eco Sensor will
be set to Off.

■ Min Cell Light: Manually adjust the screen brightness
(0~10).

✎

If Eco Sensor is On, the display brightness
may change (become slightly darker or brighter)
depending on the surrounding light intensity.

 Other Features



MENU → Setup → ENTER



Language

Set the menu language.

1. Select Language and press the ENTER

2. Choose desired language and press the ENTER

button.

✎

Choose between English, Español and Français.



button.



Game Mode (Off / On)

When connecting to a game console such as PlayStation™
or Xbox™, you can enjoy a more realistic gaming experience
by selecting the game mode.

✎

NOTE

Precautions and limitations for game mode.

x

– To disconnect the game console and connect

another external device, set Game Mode to Off in
the setup menu.

– If you display the TV menu in Game Mode, the

screen shakes slightly.

Game Mode is not available when the input source

x

is set to TV or PC.

After connecting the game console, set Game Mode

x

to On. Unfortunately, you may notice reduced picture
quality.

If Game Mode is On:

x

– Picture mode is set to Standard and Sound mode

is set to Movie.

– Equalizer is not available.

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 doesn’t work in Component,
HDMI or PC modes.

■ Caption Mode: You can select the desired caption
mode.

✎

The availability of captions depends on the
program being broadcast.

Default / CC1~CC4 / Text1~Text4: (analog channels
only) The Analog Caption function operates in either
analog TV channel mode or when a signal is supplied
from an external device to the TV. (Depending on the
broadcasting signal, the Analog Caption function may
not work with digital channels.)

Default / Service1~Service6 / CC1~CC4 /
Text1~Text4: (digital channels 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.
Font Style: Options include Default and Styles 0 to 7.

The default is Style 0.
Foreground Color: Options include Default, White,

Black, Red, Green, Blue, Yellow, Magenta and Cyan. You
can change the color of the letter. The default is White.

Background Color: This adjusts the opacity of text.
Options include of Default, White, Black, Red, Green,
Blue, Yellow, Magenta and Cyan. You can change the
background color of the caption. The default is Black.

Foreground Opacity: Options include Default,
Transparent, Translucent, Solid and Flashing.

Background Opacity: This adjusts the opacity of
the caption background. Options include Default,
Transparent, Translucent, Solid and Flashing.

Return to Default: This option sets each Size,
Font Style, Foreground Color, Background Color,
Foreground Opacity and Background Opacity to its
default.

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Basic Features

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3

✎

NOTE

Digital Caption Options are available only

x

when Default and Service1 ~ Service6 can be
selected in Caption Mode.

The availability of captions depends on the

x

program being broadcasted.
The Default setting follows the standards set by

x

the broadcaster.
The Foreground and Background cannot be set

x

to have the same color.
You cannot set both the Foreground Opacity

x

and the Background Opacity to Transparent.

Melody (Off / Low / Medium / High)

Set so that a melody plays when the TV is turned on or off.

✎

The Melody does not play.

When no sound is output from the TV because the

x

MUTE button has been pressed.

When no sound is output from the TV because the

x

volume has been reduced to minimum with the VOL

– button.

When the T V is turned off by Sleep Timer function.

x

Support Menu



MENU → Support → ENTER

Self Diagnosis



Yes: If you can hear sound only from one speaker or not
at all during the sound test, select Yes. There may be a
problem with the TV. Contact Samsung’s Call Center for
assistance (1-800-SAMSUNG).

No: If you can hear sound from the speakers, select No.
There may be a problem with your external equipment.
Please check your connections. If the problem persists,
refer to the external device’s user manual.

■ Signal Strength: (Digital channels only) An HD channel’s
reception quality is either perfect or the channels are
unavailable. Adjust your antenna to increase signal
strength.

Software Upgrade

Samsung may offer upgrades
for your TV’s firmware in
the future. Please visit
Samsung.com or contact
the Samsung call center at
1-800-SAMSUNG (726-7864)
to receive information about
downloading upgrades and
using a USB drive. Upgrades
will be possible by connecting
a USB drive to the USB port.

✎

When software is upgraded, video and audio settings
you have made will return to their default (factory)
settings.

✎

We recommend you write down your settings so that
you can easily reset them after the upgrade.

USB Drive

TV Side Panel

HDMI IN 3

USB

✎

Self Diagnostic might take few seconds, this is part of
the normal operation of the TV.

■ Picture Test (Yes / No): Use to check for picture
problems.

Yes: If the test pattern does not appear or there is
noise in the test pattern, select Yes. There may be a
problem with the TV. Contact Samsung’s Call Center for
assistance (1-800-SAMSUNG).

No: If the test pattern is properly displayed, select No.
There may be a problem with your external equipment.
Please check your connections. If the problem persists,
refer to the external device’s user manual.

■ Sound Test (Yes / No): Use the built-in melody sound to
check for sound problems.

✎

If you hear no sound from the TV’s speakers,
before per forming the sound test, make sure

Speaker Select is set to TV Speaker in the
Sound menu.

✎

The melody will be heard during the test even if
Speaker Select is set to External Speaker or the
sound is muted by pressing the MUTE button.

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HD Connection Guide

Refer to this information when connecting external devices
to the TV.

Contact Samsung

View this information when your TV does not work properly
or when you want to upgrade the software. You can find
information regarding our call centers and how to download
products and software.

Advanced Features

IN

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USB

Media Play

04 Advanced Features

MEDIA.P

Enjoy photos and/or music fi les saved on a USB
Mass Storage Class (MSC) device.



MENU → Application → Media Play

(USB) → ENTER



Device Name

USB

SUM

315.0MB/495.0MB Free



 Connecting a USB Device

1. Turn on your TV.

2. Connect a USB device containing photo and/or music fi les to the USB jack on the

side of the TV.

3. When the Input selection screen is displayed, press the ► button to select Media
Play (USB), then press the ENTER



button.

USB Drive

Using the Media Play Menu

Viewing a Photo (or Slide Show)

1. Press the MENU button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select Input,

then press the ENTER



button.

2. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select Media Play (USB), then press the

ENTER



button.

3. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select the corresponding USB Memory
Device, then press the ENTER

✎

The Media Play menu differs depending on the USB Memory



button.

Device connected to TV.

✎

Some devices may not be supported due to compatibility
problems.

4. Press the ◄ or ► button to select an icon (Photo, Music, Setup),
then press the ENTER

✎

It might not work properly with unlicensed multimedia files.

✎

Need-to-Know List before using Media Play (USB)

Only alphanumeric characters must be used as a folder name or file name (photo, music).

x

The file system only supports FAT16/32 (The NTFS file system is not supported) Certain types of USB Digital camera

x



button.

and audio devices may not be compatible with this TV.
Media Play (USB) only supports the USB Mass Storage Class device (MSC). MSC is a Mass Storage Class Bulk-

x

Only Transport device. Examples of MSC are Thumb drives and Flash Card Readers (Both USB and HUB are not
supported.)

Before connecting your device to the TV, please back up your files to prevent them from damage or loss of data.

x

SAMSUNG is not responsible for any data file damage or data loss.
Please connect directly to the USB port of your TV. If you are using a separate cable connection, there may be a USB

x

Compatibility problem.

Photo

SUM

307.2MB/973.7MB

Photo Music Setup



Move



Enter



Exit

TV Side Panel

Play



Return

HDMI IN 3

USB

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Photo

Photo Music Setup

SUM

307.2MB/973.7MB

Music

Photo Music Setup

SUM

307.2MB/973.7MB

USB

Only MP3 and JPEG file formats are supported.

x

The Media Play (USB) mp3 format only supports music files with a high sampling frequency (32 kHz, 44.1 kHz, or 48

x

kHz).
We recommend the sequential jpeg format.

x

Do not disconnect the USB device while it is loading.

x

MSC supports MP3 and JPEG files, and the PTP device supports JPEG files only.

x

MTP (Media Transfer Protocol) is not supported.

x

The playing duration of an mp3 file may be displayed as “00:00:00” if its playing time information is not found at the

x

start of the file.
The higher the resolution of the image, the longer it takes to display on the screen.

x

The Photo or Music List displays up to 300 folders or files.

x

Loading may take some time depending on the size of the file.

x

MP3 files with DRM that have been downloaded from a non-free site cannot be played.

x

Digital Rights Management (DRM) is a technology that supports the creation, distribution and management of the

x

content in an integrated and comprehensive way, including the protection of the rights and interests of the content
providers, the prevention of the illegal copying of contents, as well as managing billings and settlements.

The power-saving mode of some external hard disk drives may be released automatically when connected to the T V.

x

If a USB extension cable is used, the USB device may not be recognized or the files on the device may not be read.

x

If a USB device connected to the TV is not recognized, the list of files on the device is corrupted or a file in the list is

x

not played, connect the USB device to the PC, format the device and check the connection.
If a file deleted from the PC is still found when Media Play is run, use the “Empty the Recycle Bin” function on the PC

x

to permanently delete the file.

Photo



button.



button to make a change.



button to make a change.

Photo

440

580

*

78.0KB

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03 / 14

SUM

307.2MB/973.7MB

DSC_0558.JPG

Upper Fold... Folder

File.....jpg File.....jpg

Free

File.....jpg File.....jpg File.....jpg



Select Move Option

File.....jpg

File.....jpg File.....jpg File.....jpg

File.....jpg File.....jpg



Viewing a Photo (or Slide Show)

1. Press the INFO button to display the option View, Start Slide Show,
Delete, Delete All, Deselect All.

2. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select Start Slide Show then press the

ENTER

✎

During the slide show, files are displayed in order from the
currently shown file.

✎

MP3 files can be automatically played during the Slide Show
if the Default Background Music is set to On. To enable this
function, MP3 files and other photo files must be located in the
same folder on the USB Memory Device.

✎

Press the INFO button during the slide show to set the following options Slide Show Speed, Background Music,
Background Music Setting, List. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select the option, then press the ENTER button.

– After setting the option press the ENTER

✎

Press the INFO button during the photo view to set the following options Start Slide Show, Zoom, Rotate, List. Press
the ▲ or ▼ button to select the option, then press the ENTER button.

– After setting the option press the ENTER

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Return

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Photo

Photo Music Setup

SUM

307.2MB/973.7MB

Music

Photo Music Setup

SUM

307.2MB/973.7MB

DSC_0558.JPG

580

440

78.0KB

03 / 14

SUM

*

Photo

307.2MB/973.7MB

File.....jpg File.....jpg File.....jpg

File.....jpg File.....jpg File.....jpg

File.....jpg File.....jpg

File.....jpg File.....jpg

File.....jpg File.....jpg File.....jpg

USB

Using the MP3 List

04 Advanced Features

Folder icon

Music

SUM

307.2MB/973.7MB

Music list icon

Move to the previous folder stage icon

✎

Press the  (REW) or  (FF) buttons to change pages.

✎

The selected file is displayed on the top with its playing time.

1. To select all files or a file, press the INFO button to display the Music
menus.

Press the ENTER
Files), Repeat Music, Delete (or Delete Selected File), Delete All or



button to select Play (or Play the Selected

Deselect All.

2. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to move to an icon, then press the

ENTER



button.

Pressing the ENTER



button over a musical note icon immediately

plays the music file.
Pressing the ENTER



button over a folder icon shows the music

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Play the selected le

Repeat Music : Off

Delete Selected File

Delete All

SUM

307.2MB/973.7MB

Deselect All

06-I Will Carry You.mp3 00:00:00

Upper Folder

Folder

01-The Way.mp3 00:03:25

02-Run To Me.mp3 00:03:25

03-No More Sad Songs.mp3 00:03:25

04-Interference-gold.mp3 00:03:25

05-marketa_irglova-The_hill.mp3 00:03:25

06-I Will Carry You.mp3 00:03:25

07-marketa_irglova.mp3 00:03:25

08-Super World.mp3 00:03:25



 Select  Move  Option

Exit



Move



Play





Play

files included in the folder.

■ Play: Select to play MP3 files.

✎

This menu only shows files with the MP3 file extension. Files with other file extensions are not displayed, even if
they are saved on the same USB device.

✎

To adjust the music volume, press the



MUTE button on the remote control.



button on the remote control. To mute the sound, press the

■ Repeat Music (On / Off): Select to repeatedly play MP3 files in the current folder.

Playing Music

y Only displays files with the MP3 file extension. Other file extensions are not displayed, even if they are saved on the same

USB device.

y If the sound is strange when playing MP3 files, adjust the Equalizer and SRS TruSurround HD in the Sound menu. (An

over-modulated MP3 file may cause a sound problem.)

y Music function information icons





Return

1/4 Page

Return

Repeat Music is On.

Repeat Music is Off.

When pressing the  (Play) /  (Pause) button on the remote control while music is playing.

When pressing the  (Stop) button on the remote control, the music stops.

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HDMI IN 3

Photo

Photo Music Setup

SUM

307.2MB/973.7MB

Music

Photo Music Setup

SUM

307.2MB/973.7MB

DSC_0558.JPG

580

440

78.0KB

03 / 14

SUM

*

Photo

307.2MB/973.7MB

File.....jpg File.....jpg File.....jpg

File.....jpg File.....jpg File.....jpg

File.....jpg File.....jpg

File.....jpg File.....jpg

File.....jpg File.....jpg File.....jpg

Music

4.3MB

2 / 31

06-I Will Carry You.mp3 00:00:00

01-The Way.mp3 00:03:25

02-Run To Me.mp3 00:03:25

03-No More Sad Songs.mp3 00:03:25

04-Interference-gold.mp3 00:03:25

05-marketa_irglova-The_hill.mp3 00:03:25

06-I Will Carry You.mp3 00:03:25

07-marketa_irglova.mp3 00:03:25

08-Super World.mp3 00:03:25

SUM

307.2MB/973.7MB

USB

Setup

Using the Setup Menu

■ Slide Show speed: Select to control the slide show speed. You can
select Fast, Normal or Slow.

■ Background Music: Select to determine whether to play an MP3 file
during a slide show. You can select Music On or Music Off.

■ Background Music Setting: While a slide show is in progress, use
the Background Music Setting to select a music file to listen to.
Select an MP3 file as the background music.

■ Repeat Music: Select to determine whether to repeat playing the
music when all MP3 files in the current folder have been played.

■ Screen Saver: Select to set the waiting time before the screen saver appears. The screensaver will appear when no
button is pressed for 10 min, 20 min, 40 min, 1 hour or Off.

■ Safe Remove: You can remove the device safely from the TV.

Playing the selected photos / music files

1. Press the Yellow button.

2. Repeat the above operation to select desired photos / music files.

✎

3. Press the

What is Anynet+?

Anynet+ is a function that enables you to control all connected Samsung devices that support Anynet+ with your Samsung
TV’s remote. The Anynet+ system can be used only with Samsung devices that have the Anynet+ feature. To be sure your
Samsung device has this feature, check if there is an Anynet+ logo on it.

To connect to a Samsung Home Theater

Setup

Selected photos or files are marked with the symbol . To cancel a selection, press the Yellow button again.



(Play) / ENTER button to play the selected photos or files.

Slide show Speed : Fast

Background Music : On

Background Music Setting

Repeat Music : On

Screen Saver : 10 min

Safe Remove



Move



Enter

Anynet+





Return

TV

HDMI Cable (Not Supplied)

Optical Cable (Not Supplied)

Anynet+ Device 1

HDMI Cable (Not Supplied)

Home Theater

Anynet+ Device

2, 3

HDMI Cable (Not Supplied)

1. Connect the HDMI IN (1(DVI), 2, 3) jack on the TV and the HDMI OUT jack of the corresponding Anynet+ device using an
HDMI cable.

2. Connect the HDMI IN jack of the home theater and the HDMI OUT jack of the corresponding Anynet+ device using an
HDMI cable.

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✎

NOTE

Connect the Optical cable between the DIGITAL AUDIO OUT (OPTICAL) jack on your TV and the Digital Audio Input

x

on the Home Theater.
When following the connection above, the Optical jack only outputs 2 channel audio. You will only hear sound from

x

the Home Theater’s Front, Left and Right speakers and the subwoofer. If you want to hear 5.1 channel audio, connect
the DIGITAL AUDIO OUT (OPTICAL) jack on the DVD / Satellite Box (i.e. Anynet Device 1 or 2) directly to the
Amplifier or Home Theater, not the TV.

You can connect only one Home Theater.

x

You can connect an Anynet+ device using the HDMI cable. Some HDMI cables may not support Anynet+ functions.

x

Anynet+ works when the AV device supporting Anynet+ is in the standby or on status.

x

Anynet+ supports up to 12 AV devices in total. Note that you can connect up to 3 devices of the same type.

x

Anynet+ Menu

The Anynet+ menu changes depending on the type and status of the Anynet+ devices connected to the TV.

Anynet+ Menu Description

View TV Changes Anynet+ mode to TV broadcast mode.

Device List Shows the Anynet+ device list.

(device_name) MENU Shows the connected device menus. E.g. If a DVD recorder is connected, the disc menu of

(device_name) INFO Shows the play menu of the connected device. E.g. If a DVD recorder is connected, the

Recording: (*recorder) Starts recording immediately using the recorder. (This is only available for devices that

Stop Recording: (*recorder) Stops recording.

Receiver Sound is played through the receiver.

If more than one recording device is connected, they are displayed as (*recorder) and if only one recording device is
connected, it will be represented as (*device_name).

the DVD recorder will appear.

play menu of the DVD recorder will appear.

support the recording function.)

04 Advanced Features

 Setting Up Anynet+



MENU → Application → Anynet+ (HDMI-CEC) → ENTER

■ Setup
Anynet+ (HDMI-CEC) (Off / On): To use the Anynet+ Function, Anynet+ (HDMI-CEC) must be set to On.

✎

When the Anynet+ (HDMI-CEC) function is disabled, all the Anynet+ related operations are deactivated.

Auto Turn Off (No / Yes): Setting an Anynet+ Device to turn off automatically when the TV is turned off.

✎

If Auto Turn Off is set to Yes, running external devices will turn off at the same time as the TV powers off.
However, a device may not turn off if recording is in progress.

✎

May not be enabled depending on the device.



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Advanced Features

 Switching between Anynet+ Devices

1. Anynet+ devices connected to the TV are listed.

✎

If you cannot find a device you want, press the Red button to refresh the list.

2. Select a device and press the ENTER

✎

The Device List menu will only appear when you set Anynet+ (HDMI-CEC) to On in the Application menu.

Switching to the selected device may take up to 2 minutes. You cannot cancel the operation during the switching

x

operation.
If you have selected external input mode by pressing the SOURCE button, you cannot use the Anynet+ function.

x

Make sure to switch to an Anynet+ device by using the Device List.

 Recording

You can make a recording of a TV Program using a Samsung recorder.

1. Select Recording.

✎

When there are more than two recording devices

When multiple recording devices are connected, the recording devices are listed. Select one recording device in

x

the Device List.

✎

When the recording device is not displayed, select Device List and press the Red button to search devices.

2. Press the EXIT button to exit.

✎

You can record the source streams by selecting Recording: (device_name).

✎

Pressing the  (REC) button will record whatever you are currently watching. If you are watching video from
another device, the video from the device is recorded.

✎

Before recording, check whether the antenna jack is properly connected to the recording device. To properly
connect an antenna to a recording device, refer to the recording device’s users manual.



button. You can switch to the selected device.

 Listening through a Receiver

You can listen to sound through a receiver (i.e Home Theater) instead of the TV Speaker.

1. Select Receiver and set to On.

2. Press the EXIT button to exit.

✎

If your receiver supports audio only, it may not appear in the device list.

✎

The receiver will work when you have properly connected the optical in jack of the receiver to the DIGITAL AUDIO

OUT (OPTICAL) jack of the TV.

✎

When the receiver (i.e Home Theater) is set to On, you can hear sound output from the TV’s Optical jack. When
the TV is displaying a DTV (air) signal, the TV will send out 5.1 channel sound to the receiver. When the source is a
digital component such as a DVD and is connected to the TV via HDMI, only 2 channel sound will be heard from
the receiver.

✎

NOTE

You can only control Anynet+ devices using the TV remote control, not the buttons on the T V.

x

The TV remote control may not work under certain conditions. If this occurs, reselect the Anynet+ device.

x

The Anynet+ functions do not operate with other manufacturers’ products.

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 Troubleshooting for Anynet+

Problem Possible Solution

Anynet+ does not work. • Check if the device is an Anynet+ device. The Anynet+ system supports Anynet+ devices only.

I want to start Anynet+. • Check if the Anynet+ device is properly connected to the TV and check if the Anynet+ (HDMI-CEC) is set to

I want to exit Anynet+. • Select View TV in the Anynet+ menu.

The message “Connecting to
Anynet+ device...” appears on the
screen.

The Anynet+ device does not play. • You cannot use the play function when Plug & Play (initial setup) is in progress.

• Only one receiver (home theater) can be connected.

• Check if the Anynet+ device power cord is properly connected.

• Check the Anynet+ device’s Video/Audio/HDMI cable connections.

• Check whether Anynet+ (HDMI-CEC) is set to On in the Anynet+ setup menu.

• Check whether the TV remote control is in TV mode.

• Check whether the remote control is Anynet+ compatible.

• Anynet+ doesn’t work in certain situations. (Searching channels, operating Media Play (USB) or Plug & Play
(initial setup), etc.)

• When connecting or removing the HDMI cable, please make sure to search devices again or turn your TV off
and on again.

• Check if the Anynet+ Function of Anynet+ device is set on.

On in the Anynet+ Setup menu.

• Press the TOOLS button to display the Anynet+ menu and select a menu you want.

• Press the SOURCE button on the TV remote control and select a non- Anynet+ device.



• Press
only when a tuner-embedded Anynet+ device is not connected.)

• You cannot use the remote control when you are configuring Anynet+ or switching to a view mode.

• Use the remote control when the Anynet+ setting or switching to view mode is complete.

, PRE-CH, and FAV.CH to change the TV mode. (Note that the channel button operates

04 Advanced Features

The connected device is not
displayed.

The TV Program cannot be
recorded.

The TV sound is not output
through the receiver.

• Check whether or not the device supports Anynet+ functions.

• Check whether or not the HDMI cable is properly connected.

• Check whether Anynet+ (HDMI-CEC) is set to On in the Anynet+ setup menu.

• Search Anynet+ devices again.

• You can connect an Anynet+ device using the HDMI cable only. Some HDMI cables may not support Anynet+
functions.

• If connection is terminated because there has been a power interruption or the HDMI cable has been
disconnected, please repeat the device scan.

• Check whether the antenna jack on the recording device is properly connected.

• Connect the optical cable between TV and the receiver.

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Other Information

Installing the Wall Mount

Attaching the Blanking Bracket

When installing the TV onto a wall, attach the Blanking Bracket as shown.

Blanking Bracket

Installing the Wall Mount Kit

The wall mount kit (sold separately) allows you to mount the TV on the wall.
For detailed information on installing the wall mount, see the instructions provided with the wall mount. Contact a technician for

assistance when installing the wall mount bracket.
Samsung Electronics is not responsible for any damage to the product or injury to yourself or others if you elect to install the

TV on your own.

Wall Mount Kit Specifications (VESA)

✎

The wall mount kit is not supplied, but sold separately.

Install your wall mount on a solid wall perpendicular to the floor. When attaching to other building materials, please contact
your nearest dealer. If installed on a ceiling or slanted wall, it may fall and result in severe personal injury.

✎

NOTE

Standard dimensions for wall mount kits are shown in the table below.

x

When purchasing our wall mount kit, a detailed installation manual and all parts necessary for assembly are provided.

x

Do not use screws that do not comply with the VESA standard screw specifications.

x

Do not use screws that are longer than the standard dimension or do not comply with the VESA standard screw

x

specifications. Screws that are too long may cause damage to the inside of the TV set.
For wall mounts that do not comply with the VESA standard screw specifications, the length of the screws may differ

x

depending on the wall mount specifications.
Do not fasten the screws too strongly; this may damage the product or cause the product to fall, leading to personal

x

injury. 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

x

the consumer fails to follow the product installation instructions.
Do not mount the TV at more than a 15 degree tilt.

x

Always use two people to mount the TV to a wall.

x

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Product Family inches

42~50 400 X 400

58~63 600 X 400

PDP TV

70~79 800 X 400

80~ 1400 X 800

✎

Unscrew the hole around before installing Wall-Mount on the wall.

Do not install your Wall Mount Kit while your TV is turned on. It may result in personal injury due to
electric shock.

VESA Spec.

(A * B)

Standard

Screw

M8 4

Quantity

Securing the Installation Space

Keep the required distances between the product and other objects (e.g. walls) to ensure proper ventilation.
Failing to do so may result in fire or a problem with the product due to an increase in the internal temperature of the product.

✎

When using a stand or wall-mount, use parts provided by Samsung Electronics only.

If you use parts provided by another manufacturer, it may result in a problem with the product or an injury due to the

x

product falling.

✎

The appearance may differ depending on the product.

Installation with a stand. Installation with a wall-mount.

05 Other Information

4 inches

4 inches

4 inches

4 inches

4 inches

4 inches

4 inches

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Other Information

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.
Follow all safety precautions provided in the included Safety Flyer with your TV. For added stability and safety,
you can purchase and install the anti fall device as described below.

The TV-Holder Kit (Sold Separately):

The parts below are included in the TV Holder kit. In addition, you need to provide a wood screw, screw and molly, or other screw
appropriate for the wall or cabinet you intend to secure the TV-Holder string to. We recommend a size M4xL20 wood screw.

TV-Holder (BN96-15753A) Screw (M8 x L19)

Installing the TV-Holder

1. Remove the screw attached to the back of your TV, and then connect the TV-Holder to the TV with the screw included in the TV-

Holder Kit that is designated for your TV.

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Make sure to use only the appropriate supplied screw. If you use a different screw, you can damage your TV.

2. Firmly fasten the screw you provided (size M4xL20 or similar) to the wall or cabinet where the TV is to be installed.

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If you fasten the screw to the wall, we recommend you drive the screw into a stud. If that is not possible, use a molly to
anchor the screw.

3. Tie the TV-Holder cord to the screw fastened on the wall or cabinet so that the TV is fixed. See the illustrations below.

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Install the TV close to the wall so that it does not fall.

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When attaching the TV-Holder cord to the wall, tie the cord level with the ground or slanted downwards for safety purposes.

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Check the cord occasionally to make sure it is secure.

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Before moving the TV, separate the connected cord first.

4. Verify all connections are properly secured. Periodically check the connections for any sign of fatigue or failure. If you have any doubt
about the security of your connections, contact a professional installer.

To purchase the TV-Holder Kit, contact Samsung Customer Care

– In the United States: 1-800-SAMSUNG (1-800-726-7864)
– In Canada: 1-800-SAMSUNG (1-800-726-7864)

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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, visit “www.samsung.com,” then click on Support, or call Samsung customer service at 1-800-SAMSUNG.

Issues Solutions and Explanations

Poor picture First of all, please perform the Picture Test and confirm that your TV is properly displaying the test image.

The TV image does not look as good as it
did in the store.

The picture is distorted: macro block error,
small block, dots, pixelization.

Color is wrong or missing. • If you’re using Component connection, make sure the component cables are connected to the

There is poor color or brightness. • Adjust the Picture options in the TV menu. (go to Picture mode / Color / Brightness / Sharpness)

There is a dotted line on the edge of the
screen.

The picture is black and white. • If you are using an AV composite input, connect the video cable (yellow) to the Green jack of

When changing channels, the picture
freezes or is distorted or delayed.

Sound Problem First of all, please perform the Sound Test to confirm that your TV audio is properly operating.

There is no sound or the sound is too low
at maximum volume.

The picture is good but there is no sound. • Set the Speaker Select option to TV Speaker in the Sound menu (p. 18).

The speakers are making an inappropriate
noise.

(go to MENU - Support - Self Diagnosis - Picture Test) (p. 22)
If the test image is properly displayed, the poor picture may be caused by the source or signal.

• If you have an analog cable/satellite box, upgrade to an HD digital set top box. Use HDMI or
Component cables to deliver HD (high definition) picture quality.

• Cable/Satellite subscribers: Try HD stations from the channel line up.

• Antenna connection: Try HD stations after performing Auto program.

Many HD channels are up scaled from SD (Standard Definition) contents.

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• Adjust the Cable/Sat box video output resolution to 1080i or 720p.

• Compression of video contents may cause picture distortion, especially in fast moving pictures such
as sports and action movies.

• Low signal level can cause picture distortion. This is not a TV problem.

• Mobile phones used close to the TV (up to 3.3 ft) may cause noise in picture on analog and digital TV.

correct jacks. Incorrect or loose connections may cause color problems or a blank screen.

(p. 15)

• Adjust Energy Saving option in the Setup menu (p. 21)

• Try resetting the picture to view the default picture settings. (go to MENU - Picture - Picture Reset)
(p. 17)

• If the picture size is set to Screen Fit, change it to 16:9 (p. 16).

• Change cable/satellite box resolution.

component input 1 on the TV.

• If connected to a cable box, please try to reset it. (reconnect the AC cord and wait until the cable box
reboots. It may take up to 20 minutes)

• Set the output resolution of the cable box to 1080i or 720p.

(go to MENU - Support - Self Diagnosis - Sound Test) (p. 22)
If the audio is OK, the sound problem may caused by the source or signal.

• Please check the volume of the device (Cable/Sat Box, DVD, Blu-ray etc) connected to your TV.

• If you are using an external device, make sure the audio cables are connected to the correct audio
input jacks on the TV.

• 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 when you have a HDMI connected to your TV).

• If you are using a DVI to HDMI cable, a separate audio cable is required.

• If your TV has a headphone jack, make sure there is nothing plugged into it.

• Reboot the connected device by reconnecting the device’s power cable.

• Check cable connections. Make sure a video cable is not connected to an audio input.

• For antenna or Cable connections, check the signal strength. Low signal level may cause sound
distortion.

• Perform the Sound Test as explained above.

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Issues Solutions and Explanations

No Picture, No Video

The TV won’t turn on. • Make sure the AC power cord is securely plugged in to the wall outlet and the TV.

The TV turns off automatically. • Ensure the Sleep Timer is set to Off in the Setup menu (p. 19).

There is no picture/video. • Check cable connections (remove and reconnect all cables connected to the TV and external

RF(Cable/Antenna) Connection

The TV is not receiving all channels. • Make sure the coaxial cable is connected securely.

No Caption on digital channels. • Check Caption Setup menu. Try changing Caption Mode Service1 to CC1 (p. 21).

The picture is distorted: macro block error,
small block, dots, pixelization.

PC Connection

A “Mode Not Supported” message
appears.

“PC” is always shown on the source list,
even if a PC is not connected.

The video is OK but there is no audio. • If you are using an HDMI connection, check the audio output setting on your PC.

Others

Purple/green rolling horizontal bars and
buzzing noise from the TV speakers with
Component cable connection.

The picture won’t display in full screen. • HD channels will have black bars on either side of the screen when displaying up scaled SD (4:3)

• Make sure the wall outlet is working.

• Try pressing the POWER button on the TV to make sure the problem is not the remote. If the TV turns
on, refer to “Remote control does not work” below.

• 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.

• When watching TV from an antenna or cable connection, the TV will turn off after 10 - 15 minutes if
there is no signal.

devices).

• Set your external device’s (Cable/Sat Box, DVD, Blu-ray etc) video outputs to match the connections
to the TV input. For example, if an external device’s output is HDMI, it should be connected to an
HDMI input on the TV.

• Make sure your connected devices are powered on.

• Be sure to select the TV’s correct source by pressing the SOURCE button on the remote control.

• Reboot the connected device by reconnecting the device’s power cable.

• Please try Auto Program to add available channels to the channel list. Go to MENU - Channel -
Auto Program then select Auto and make sure the correct Cable TV signal type is set in the menu.
There are 3 options (STD, HRC and IRC) (p. 13).

• Verify the Antenna is positioned correctly.

• Some channels may not have caption data.

• Compression of video contents may cause picture distortion, especially with fast moving pictures
such as sports and action movies.

• A low signal can cause picture distortion. This is not a TV problem.

• Set your PC’s output resolution so it match the resolutions supported by the TV (p. 11).

• This is normal; “PC” is always shown on the source list, regardless of whether a PC is connected.

• Remove the left and right audio connections from the set-top-box. If the buzzing stops, this indicates
that the set-top-box has a grounding issue. Replace the Component video cables with an HDMI
connection.

contents.

• Black bars on the Top & Bottom will be shown on movies that have aspect ratios different from your
TV.

• Adjust the picture size options on your external device or TV to full screen.

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Issues Solutions and Explanations

The remote control does not work. • Replace the remote control batteries with the poles (+/–) in the right direction.

The TV is making a humming noise. • Plasma TVs typically make a soft humming sound. This is normal. It’s caused by the electrical charges

Image Retention (Burn In) Issue. • To minimize the possibility of screen burn, this unit is equipped with screen burn reduction technology.

The cable/set top box remote control
doesn’t turn the TV on or off, or adjust the
volume.

A “Mode Not Supported” message
appears.

Caption on TV menu is greyed out. • Caption can not be selected in the TV menu when connected via HDMI or Component (p. 21).

There is a plastic smell from the TV. • This smell is normal and will dissipate over time.

The TV Signal Strength is unavailable in
the Self Diagnostic Test menu.

The TV is tilted to the side. • Remove the base stand from the TV and reassemble it.

The channel menu is greyed out
(unavailable).

Your settings are lost after 30 minutes or
every time the TV is turned off.

You have intermittent loss of audio or
video.

You see small particles when you look
closely at the edge of the frame of the TV.

• Clean the sensor’s transmission window on the remote.

• Try pointing the remote directly at the TV from 5~6 feet away.

that are used to create the images on the screen.

• If the humming sound is loud, you may have set the brightness on the TV too high. Try setting the
brightness lower.

• You can also have loud humming if the back of your Plasma TV is too close to a wall or other hard
surface. Also try rerouting your connection cables.

• Improper installation of wall mount can create excessive noise.

Pixel Shift technology enables you to set picture movement up/down (Vertical Line) and side to side
(Horizontal Dot).

• Program the Cable/Set remote control to operate the TV. Refer to the Cable/Set user manual for the
SAMSUNG TV code.

• Check the supported resolution of the TV, and adjust the external device’s output resolution
accordingly. Refer to the resolution settings on page 11 of this manual.

• Caption must be activated on the external device (p. 21).

• This function is only available with digital channels from an Antenna / RF/Coax connection (p. 22).

• The Channel menu is only available when the TV source is selected.

• If the TV is in the Store Demo mode, it will reset audio and picture settings every 30 minutes. Change
the settings from Store Demo mode to Home Use mode in the Plug & Play procedure. Press the

SOURCE button to select TV mode, and go to MENU → Setup → Plug & Play → ENTER

• Check the cable connections and reconnect them.

• Loss of audio or video can be caused by using overly rigid or thick cables. Make sure the cables are
flexible enough for long term use. If mounting the TV to a wall, we recommend using cables with 90
degree connectors.

• This is part of the product’s design and is not a defect.

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(p. 8).

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POP (TV’s internal banner ad) appears on
the screen.

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Some of above pictures and functions are available at specific models only.

• Select Home Use under Plug & Play mode. For details, refer to Plug & Play Feature (p. 8).

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Specifications

Environmental Considerations
Operating Temperature
Operating Humidity
Storage Temperature
Storage Humidity

Stand Swivel (Left / Right) -20˚ ~ 20˚
Model Name PN42C450 PN50C450
Screen Size

(Diagonal)
Sound

(Output) 10 W X 2 10 W X 2
Dimensions (WxDxH)

Body

With stand

Weight
Without Stand
With Stand

Display Resolution 1024 X 768 1360 X 768

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Design and specifications are subject to change without prior notice.

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This device is a Class B digital apparatus.

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For information about power supply, and more about power consumption, refer to the label attached to the product.

(42.3 inches measured diagonally)

42 inches

40.6 x 2.8 x 24.8 inches

(1031 x 70.9 x 631.0 mm)

40.6 x 11.2 x 27.4 inches

(1031 x 284.5 x 695.5 mm)

38.6 Ibs (17.5 kg)

43.0 Ibs (19.5 kg)

50°F to 104°F (10°C to 40°C)

10% to 80%, non-condensing

-4°F to 113°F (-20°C to 45°C)
5% to 95%, non-condensing

50 inches

(49.9 inches measured diagonally)

47.3 x 2.7 x 28.4 inches

(1202.6 x 69.5 x 720.5 mm)

47.3 x 11.2 x 31.0 inches

(1202.6 x 284.3 x 786.3 mm)

50.7 Ibs (23 kg)

55.1 Ibs (25 kg)

License

TruSurround HD, SRS and symbol are trademarks of SRS Labs, Inc.
TruSurround HD 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.

Open Source License Notice

In the case of using open source software, Open Source Licenses are available on the product menu.
Open Source License Notice is written only English.

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■ Front view / Side view

Dimensions

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Model name

1

2

3

4

5

6

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8

PN42C450 40.6 37.0 21.1 23.3 24.8 27.4 2.8 11.2
PN50C450 47.3 43.7 24.6 23.3 28.4 31.0 2.7 11.2

■ Jack panel detail / Rear view

5

6

1

4

2

3

(Unit: inches)

(Unit: inches)

Model name

1 2 3 4 5 6

PN42C450 15.2 3.4 3.2 29.2 15.7 15.7
PN50C450 19.4 3.7 2.5 35.7 15.7 15.7

NOTE: All drawings are not necessarily to scale. Some dimensions are subject to change without prior notice. Refer to the
dimensions prior to performing installation of your TV. Not responsible for typographical or printed errors.

© 2010 Samsung Electronics America, Inc

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Other Information

Index

A

Antenna 13
Anynet+ 26

AUDIO OUT 10

Auto Adjustment 17
Auto Volume 18

B

Background Music 26
Balance L/R 18
Batteries 7
Black Tone 15
Blanking Bracket 30
Brightness 15

C

Change PIN 20
Channel Menu 13
Clock 18
Color Tone 16
Component 9
Connecting to a PC 11
Connecting to an Audio Device 10

D

DIGITAL AUDIO OUT 10, 26

D-sub 11
Dynamic 15
Dynamic Contrast 15

E

Eco Sensor 21
Edit Name 12
Editing Channels 14
Energy Saving 21
Equalizer 18
External Speaker 18

F

FAV.CH button 7, 13

Film Mode 16
Fine Tune 15
Flesh Tone 15
Frequency 11

H

HDMI 9, 26
Home Theater 10, 26

I

Installation Space 31

L

Language 21
License 36

M

Media Play 23
Melody 22
Mono 18
Music 25

N

Navigate 12

O

Optimal resolution 11

P

Photo 24
Picture Size 16
Plug & Play 8
Power Indicator 6

R

Receiver 28
Recording 28
Remote Control 7
Repeat Music 25

S

Select All 14
Self Diagnosis 22
Sharpness 15
Sleep Timer 19
Slide Show 24
Software Upgrade 22
Source List 12
Speaker Select 18
Specifications 36
Standby mode 6
Symbol 3

T

Timer 19
Tools 3
Troubleshooting 33
TV Speaker 18

U

USB Drive 22, 23

V

Volume 6

W

Wall Mount 30
Warm 16
White Balance 15

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