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.
Digital TV notice
1. Functionalities related to Digital TV (DVB) are only available in countries/areas where DVB-T (MPEG2 and MPEG4 AVC) digital terrestrial signals are
broadcasted or where you are able to access to a compatible DVB-C (MPEG2 and MPEG4 AAC) cable-TV service. Please check with your local
dealer the possibility to receive DVB-T or DVB-C signal.
2. DVB-T is the DVB European consortium standard for the broadcast transmission of digital terrestrial television and DVB-C is that for the broadcast
transmission of digital TV over cable. However, some differentiated features like EPG (Electric Programme Guide), VOD (Video On Demand) and so
on, are not included in this specification. So, they cannot be workable at this moment.
3. Although this TV set meets the latest DVB-T and DVB-C standards, as of [August, 2008], the compatibility with future DVB-T digital terrestrial and
DVB-C digital cable broadcasts cannot be guaranteed.
4. Depending on the countries/areas where this TV set is used some cable-TV providers may charge an additional fee for such a service and you may
be required to agree to terms and conditions of their business.
5. Some Digital TV functions might be unavailable in some countries or regions and DVB-C might not work correctly with some cable service providers.
6. For more information, please contact your local Samsung customer care centre.
The reception quality of TV may be affected due to differences in broadcasting method between the countries. Please check the TV performance in
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the local SAMSUNG Authorized Dealer, or the Samsung Call Centre whether it can be improved by reconfiguring TV setting or not.
Still image warning
Avoid displaying still images (like jpeg picture files) or still image element (like TV programme logo, panorama or 4:3 image format, stock or news bar at
screen bottom etc.) on the screen. Constant displaying of still picture can cause ghosting of LCD screen, which will affect image quality. To reduce risk of
this effect, please follow below recommendations:
Avoid displaying the same TV channel for long periods.•
Always try do display any image on full screen, use TV set picture format menu for best possible match.•
Reduce brightness and contrast values to minimum required to achieve desired picture quality, exceeded values may speed up the burnout process.•
Frequently use all TV features designed to reduce image retention and screen burnout, refer to proper user manual section for details.•
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.
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If you use parts provided by another manufacturer, it may result in a problem with the product or an injury due to the product falling.
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The appearance may differ depending on the product.
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Installation with a stand.Installation with a wall-mount.
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Correct Disposal of This Product (Waste Electrical & Electronic Equipment)
(Applicable in the European Union and other European countries with separate collection systems)
This marking on the product, accessories or literature indicates that the product and its electronic accessories (e.g. charger,
headset, USB cable) should not be disposed of with other household waste at the end of their working life. To prevent possible
harm to the environment or human health from uncontrolled waste disposal, please separate these items from other types of waste
and recycle them responsibly to promote the sustainable reuse of material resources. Household users should contact either the
retailer where they purchased this product, or their local government office, for details of where and how they can take these items
for environmentally safe recycling. Business users should contact their supplier and check the terms and conditions of the purchase
contract. This product and its electronic accessories should not be mixed with other commercial wastes for disposal.
Correct disposal of batteries in this product
(Applicable in the European Union and other European countries with separate battery return systems)
This marking on the battery, manual or packaging indicates that the batteries in this product should not be disposed of with other
household waste at the end of their working life. Where marked, the chemical symbols Hg, Cd or Pb indicate that the battery
contains mercury, cadmium or lead above the reference levels in EC Directive 2006/66. If batteries are not properly disposed of,
these substances can cause harm to human health or the environment. To protect natural resources and to promote material
reuse, please separate batteries from other types of waste and recycle them through your local, free battery return system.
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Contents
Getting Started
4
4 Accessories
4 Viewing the Control Panel
5 Viewing the Remote Control
6 Connecting to an Antenna
6 Plug & Play (Initial Setup)
Connections
7
7 Connecting to an AV Device
8 Connecting to an Audio Device
9 Changing the Input Source
Basic Features
9
9 How to Navigate Menus
10 Using the INFO button (Now & Next guide)
10 Planning Your Viewing
12 Channel Menu
13 Picture Menu
16 Sound Menu
18 Setup Menu
20 Support Menu
Advanced Features
22
22 Connecting to a PC
23 Network Connection
29 Media Play
36 Anynet
+
39 Internet@TV
42 AllShare
Other Information
44
44 Analogue Channel Teletext Feature
45 Installing the Wall Mount
46 Assembling the Cables
47 Anti-Theft Kensington Lock
47 Securing the TV to the Wall
48 Troubleshooting
51 Specifications
52 Index
53 Warning! Important Safety Instructions
54 Wiring the Mains Power Supply Plug (UK Only)
54 Warranty Card
Check the Symbol!
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O
This function can be used by
pressing the TOOLS button on the
remote control.
NoteOne-Touch Button
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Getting Started
Accessories
Please make sure the following items are included with your LCD TV. If any items are missing, contact your dealer.
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The items’ colours and shapes may vary depending on the models.
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Remote Control & Batteries (AAA x 2) y
Owner’s Instructions y
Cleaning Cloth y
Power Cord y
(46 ~ 55 inch TVs)
Blanking Bracket yCable tie yHolder-Ring (4ea) y
See separate guide for installing the stand.
or
(M4 X L12)
Stand (1EA) yGuide Stand (1EA) yScrews (9EA) y
(32 inch model only: 8EA)
Viewing the Control Panel
The product colour and shape may vary depending on the model.
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P
(Power)
Turns the TV on or off.
Power IndicatorBlinks and turns off when the power is on and lights up in standby mode.
SOURCE
E
Toggles between all the available input sources. In the on-screen menu, use this
button as you would use the ENTER
E
button on the remote control.
MENUDisplays an on-screen menu, the OSD (on screen display), of your TV’s features.
Y
Adjusts the volume. In the OSD, use the Y buttons as you would use the
◄ and ► buttons on the remote control.
z
Changes the channels. In the OSD, use the z buttons as you would use the
▼ and ▲ buttons on the remote control.
Remote control sensorAim 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.
Speakers
Power IndicatorRemote control sensor
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Viewing the Remote Control
This is a special remote control for the visually impaired persons and has Braille points on the Power, Channel, and
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Volume buttons.
Installing batteries (Battery size: AAA)
NOTE
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Use the remote control within 23 feet from the TV.
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Bright light may affect the performance of the remote
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control. Avoid using nearby special fluorescent light or neon
signs.
The colour and shape may vary depending on the model.
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ABCD
Displays and selects the available video
sources. (P. 9)
When the ON/OFF light button is set to ON and a
certain button is pressed, the remote control buttons
will be lit for a moment.
(Using the remote control with this button set to On
will reduce the battery usage time.)
Turns the TV on and off. (P. 6)
Press to directly access to channels.
Displays the EPG (Electronic Programme Guide).
(P. 10)
Changes channels.
Quickly selects frequently used functions.
Displays information on the TV screen. (P. 10)
Displays the main on-screen menu.
(P. 9)
Adjusts the volume.
Returns to the previous channel.
Buttons in the Channel Manager, Internet@
TV, Media Play menu, etc.
Use these buttons in the Media Play and
Anynet+ modes. (P. 29, 36)
(: controls recording on Samsung recorders
with the Anynet+ feature)
Cuts off the sound temporarily.
Returns to the previous menu.
Selects on-screen menu items and change
menu values.
Exits the menu.
MEDIA.P: Views the Media play. (P. 29)
INTERNET: Links to various Internet services.
(P. 39)
DUAL I-II: Selects sound mode. (P. 17)
AD: Audio Description selection. (Not available in
some locations) (P. 17)
P.SIZE: Choose the picture size. (P. 15)
SUBT.: Digital subtitle display (P. 19)
Displays the Content View, which includes
Guide, Internet@TV, Media Play, and AllShare.
Alternately select Teletext ON, Double,
Mix or OFF.
Displays channel list on the screen. (P. 13)
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Connecting to an Antenna
When the TV is initially powered on, basic settings proceed automatically.
Preset: Connecting the mains and antenna.
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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
P
button. Plug & Play is available only when the Input source is set to TV.
To return to the previous step, press the red button.
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1
Selecting a language
Press the ▲ or ▼ button, then press the ENTER
E
button.
Select the desired OSD (On Screen Display) language.
2
Selecting Store Demo
or Home Use
Press the ◄ or ► button, then press the ENTER
E
button.
Select the yHome Use mode. Store Demo Mode is for retail
environments.
Return the unit’s settings from yStore Demo to Home Use
(standard): Press the volume button on the TV. When the OSD
volume is displayed, press and hold MENU for 5 sec.
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Selecting a country
Press the ▲ or ▼ button, then press the ENTER
E
button.
Select the appropriate country. If the desired country does not exist on the menu, select
Others.
After selecting the country in the
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Country menu, some models may proceed with an
additional option to setup the pin number.
When you input the PIN number,
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0-0-0-0 is not available.
4
Selecting an antenna
Press the ▲ or ▼ button, then press the ENTER
E
button.
Select Air or Cable.
5
Selecting a channel
Press the ▲ or ▼ button, then press the ENTER
E
button.
Select the channel source to memorise. 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 Store (P. 12).
Press the
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ENTER
E
button at any time to interrupt the memorization process.
6
Setting the Clock
Mode
Set the Clock Mode automatically or manually.
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Viewing the HD
Connection Guide.
The connection method for the best HD screen quality is displayed.
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Enjoy your TV.
Press the ENTER
E
button.
If You Want to Reset This Feature...
Select Setup - Plug & Play (Initial Setup). Enter your 4 digit PIN number. The default PIN number is “0-0-0-0.” If you want to
change the PIN number, use the Change PIN function.
or
Power Input
VHF/UHF Antenna
Cable
ANT OUT
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02Connections
Connections
Connecting to an AV Device
Using an HDMI / DVI Cable: HD connection (up to 1080p)
Available devices: DVD, Blu-ray player, HD cable box, HD STB (Set-Top-Box) satellite receiver, cable box, satellite receiver (STB)
HDMI IN 1
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(DVI), 2, 3, 4 / PC/DVI AUDIO IN
When using an HDMI/DVI cable connection, you must use the
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HDMI IN 1(DVI)jack. For the DVI cable
connection, use a DVI to HDMI cable or DVI-HDMI (DVI to HDMI) adapter for video connection and the PC/DVI
AUDIO IN jacks for audio.
If an external device such as a DVD / Blu-ray player / cable box /
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STB satellite receiver supporting a HDMI
versions older than 1.3 is connected, the TV may operate abnormally (e.g. no screen display / no sound /
annoying flicker / abnormal colour).
If there is no sound after connecting an HDMI cable, check the HDMI version of the external device. If you
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suspect the version is older than 1.3, contact the provider of the device to confirm the HDMI version and
request an upgrade.
It
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is recommended you purchase an HDMI-certified cable. Otherwise, the screen may appear blank or a
connection error may occur.
Using a Component (up to 1080p) or Audio / Video (480i only) Cable and Using a Scart Cable
Available devices: VCR, DVD, Blu-ray player, cable box, STB satellite receiver
In
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Ext. mode, DTV Out supports MPEG SD Video and Audio only.
To obtain the best picture quality, the Component connection is recommended over the A/V connection.
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DVI OUT
HDMI OUT
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Connections
Connecting to an Audio Device
Using an Optical or Audio Cable Connection
Available devices: digital audio system, amplifier, DVD home theatre
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DIGITAL AUDIO OUT (OPTICAL)
When a digital audio system is connected to the
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DIGITAL AUDIO OUT (OPTICAL) jack, decrease the volume
of both the TV and the system.
5.1 CH (channel) audio is available when the TV is connected to an external device supporting 5.1 CH.
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When the receiver (home theatre) 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 home theatre receiver. 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 TV via HDMI, only 2 CH audio will be heard from the home theatre receiver. 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 theatre.
Headphones
✎H
: You can connect your headphones to the headphones output on your set. While the
headphones are connected, the sound from the built-in speakers will be disabled.
Sound function may be restricted when connecting headphones to the TV.
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Headphone volume and TV volume are adjusted separately.
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CONNECTIONS COMMON INTERFACE Slot
To watch paid channels, the “CI or CI+ CARD” must be inserted.
If you do not insert the “CI or CI+ CARD,” some channels will y
display the message “Scrambled Signal”.
The pairing information containing a telephone number, the “CI or y
CI+ CARD” ID the Host ID and other information will be displayed
in about 2~3 minutes. If an error message is displayed, please
contact your service provider.
When the configuration of channel information has finished, the y
message “Updating Completed” is displayed, indicating the
channel list is updated.
NOTE
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You must obtain a “CI or CI+ CARD” from a local cable service provider.
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When removing the “CI or CI+ CARD”, carefully pull it out with your hands since dropping the “CI or CI+ CARD” may
x
cause damage to it.
Insert the “CI or CI+ CARD” in the direction marked on the card.
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The location of the
x
COMMON INTERFACE slot may be different depending on the model.
“CI or CI+ CARD” is not supported in some countries and regions; check with your authorized dealer.
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If you have any problems, please contact a service provider.