Samsung LN46E550 User Manual

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Country Customer Care Center

CANADA 1-800-SAMSUNG(726-7864) www.samsung.com

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Web Site Address

Samsung Electronics Canada Inc., Customer Service 55 Standish Court Mississauga, Ontario L5R 4B2 Canada

Samsung Electronique Canada Inc., Service à la Clientèle 55 Standish Court Mississauga, Ontario L5R 4B2 Canada

Samsung Electronics America, Inc. 85 Challenger Road Ridgefield Park, NJ 07660-2112

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Thank you for purchasing this Samsung product. To receive more complete service, please register your product at

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If you have any questions, please call us at 1-800-SAMSUNG (1-800-726-7864) for assistance.

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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 LCD Displays (16:9, the aspect ratio of the screen width to height) are primarily designed to view wide screen format fullmotion 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 sidebars on nonexpanded 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 LCD Displays that leave subtle, but permanent burned-in ghost images in the LCD picture. To avoid this, vary the programming and images, and primarily display full screen moving images, not stationary patterns or dark bars. On LCD 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 LCD 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

Still image warning

Avoid displaying still images (such as jpeg picture ﬁles) or still image elements (such as TV channel logos, panorama or 4:3 image format, stock or news bars at screen bottom etc.) on the screen. Constant displaying of still pictures 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 to 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.

The appearance may differ depending on the product.

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Be careful when you contact the TV because some parts can be somewhat hot.

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

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Contents

Getting Started

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

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

y Viewing the Control Panel ......................................... 5

y Viewing the Remote Control ...................................... 6

y Connecting to an Antenna ........................................ 7

y Plug & Play (Initial Setup) ........................................... 7

Connections

y Connecting to an AV Device ...................................... 8

y Changing the Input source ...................................... 10

Basic Features

y How to Navigate Menus .......................................... 11

y Channel Menu ........................................................ 11

Seeing Channels 11 Using Favorite Channels 12 Memorizing channels 12 Editing channels 12 Other Features 12

y Picture Menu .......................................................... 14

Changing the Preset Picture Mode 14 Adjusting picture settings 14 Changing the Picture Options 14

y Sound Menu ........................................................... 16

Changing the Preset Sound Mode 16 Adjusting sound settings 16 Sound Settings 16

y Setup Menu ............................................................ 17

Setting the Time 17 Using the Sleep Timer 17 Setting the On/Off Timer 17 Locking Programs 18 Other Features 19

y Support Menu ......................................................... 20

Advanced Features

y Media Play .............................................................. 21

Connecting a USB Device 21

Other Information

y Installing the Wall Mount .........................................25

y Securing the TV to the Wall

(depending on the model) ........................................ 26

y Anti-Theft Kensington Lock ..................................... 28

y Troubleshooting ...................................................... 29

Storage and Maintenance 32

y Speciﬁcations ......................................................... 33

License 33

y Dimensions ............................................................. 34

y Index ...................................................................... 35

ENGLISH

Check the Symbol!

This function can be used by pressing the TOOLS button on the remote control.

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Note :

Important information

Informs you how to access

Step by step guide :

the menu.

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Getting Started

List of Features

■ 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.

■ Media Play: Allows you to play music ﬁles, and pictures saved on a USB device. (P. 21)

■ Self Diagnosis: You can check picture and sound operation. (P. 20)

Accessories

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

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

■ Remote Control (BN59-01006A) & Batteries (AAA x 2)

■ Warranty Card / Safety Guide / Quick Setup Guide

■ Owner’s Instructions

Input Cables (Sold Separately)

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

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Check the cable before plug-in

Cable Ports

HDMI

USB

Do not plug cable upside down. Be sure to check before plug-in.

Warning

■ Cleaning Cloth (BN63-01798B)

■ Power Cord

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Viewing the Control Panel

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

Speakers

01 Getting Started

Control Panel

P (Power)

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

SOURCEE

MENU Displays an on-screen menu of your TV’s features.

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

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.

Press to turn the TV on and off.

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

Adjusts the volume. In the on-screen menu, use the y buttons as you would use the ◄ and ► buttons on the remote control.

Changes the channels. In the on-screen menu, use the z buttons as you would use the ▼ and ▲ buttons on the remote control.

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Getting Started

Viewing the Remote Control

Turns the TV on and off.

Press to directly access to channels.

Press to select additional channels

(digital) being broadcast by the same

station. For example, to select channel

‘54-3’, press ‘54’, then press ‘-’ and ‘3’.

Adjusts the volume.

Displays the channel list on the screen. (P. 11)

View the Media Play. (P. 21)

Quickly select frequently used functions.

Select on-screen menu items and

change menu values.

Return to the previous menu.

Buttons used in the Channel List,

Media Play menu, etc.

MEDIA.P

A B C D

MTS

FAV.CH

P.SIZE CC

Display and select the available video sources. (P. 10)

Return to the previous channel.

Cut off the sound temporarily.

Change channels.

Displays the main on-screen menu.

Display favorite channel lists on the screen.

(p. 12)

Press to display information on the TV screen.

Exit the menu.

MTS: Press to choose stereo, mono or

Separate Audio Program (SAP broadcast). (P. 16)

P.SIZE: Choose the picture size. (P. 15) CC: Controls the caption decoder. (P. 19)

Installing batteries (Battery size: AAA)

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NOTE

Use the remote control within 23 feet from TV.

Bright light may affect the performance of the remote control.

Avoid use when nearby fluorescent lights or neon signs.

The Color and shape may vary depending on the model.

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Connecting to an Antenna

POWER

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

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Connecting the power cord and antenna.

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When you move or swivel the TV with Antenna cable tightly connected, there is high risk antenna jack on TV will be broken off.

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The position of power input por t may differ depending on the model.

TV Rear Panel

Cable

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 POWERP button. Plug & Play is available only when the Input source is set to T V.

Selecting a language

Selecting Store Demo

or Home Use

Selecting an antenna

Selecting a channel The channel search will start automatically.

Setting the Clock

Mode

Viewing the HD

Connection Guide Enjoy your TV.

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

Press the ◄ or ► button, then press the ENTERE button.

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 in the OSD, press and hold MENU for 5 sec.

Press the ▲ or ▼ button, then press the ENTERE button. Select Air, Cable or Auto.

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In Cable mode, you can select the correct signal source among STD, HRC, and IRC by pressing the ▲, ▼, ◄ or ► button, then press the ENTERE button.

For more information, refer to Channel → Auto Program. (P. 12)

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Press the ENTERE button at any time to interrupt the memorization process.

Set the Clock Mode automatically or manually.

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If you select the Auto, set the daylight saving time. Select the time zone where you live.

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

Press the ENTERE button.

VHF/UHF Antenna

01 Getting Started

If You Want to Reset This Feature...

MENUm → Setup → Plug & Play → ENTER

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Setup

Plug & Play

Language : English

Time

Game Mode : Off

V-Chip

Caption

Melody : Medium

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R PB Y

R-AUDIO-L

R PB Y

R-AUDIO-L

R PB Y

ConnectionsConnections

Connecting to an AV Device

Using an HDMI cable or HDMI to DVI Cable: HD connection (up to 1080p)

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

BD/DVD player/

HD cable/sat box

TV Rear

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HDMI IN 1(DVI), 2

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

player, HD cable box, HD STB satellite receiver, cable box, or STB satellite receiver may require a DVI-HDMI (DVI to HDMI) cable or DVI-HDMI (DVI to HDMI) adapter.

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

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

occur.

If an HDMI to DVI cable is connected to the HDMI IN 1(DVI) port, the audio does not work.

Using a Component Cable: (up to 1080p), Using an Audio/Video Cable: (480i only)

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

TV Rear

HDMI OUT

DVI OUT

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When connecting to AV IN, the color of the AV IN [Y/VIDEO] jack (Green) does not match the color of the video cable (Yellow).

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

W Y

VIDEO OUT

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AUDIO OUT

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VCR

AUDIO OUT

BGR

COMPONENT OUT

Blu-ray player

W W

Yellow Red White Red Blue Green

BGRRWY

Display Modes (HDMI/DVI Input)

Connector for service only.

Optimal resolution is 1920x1080@60Hz.

Mode Resolution Horizontal Frequency (KHz) Vertical Frequency (Hz) Pixel Clock Frequency (MHz) Sync Polarity (H / V)

IBM

MAC

VESA DMT

VESA DMT / DTV CEA 1920 x 1080p 67.500 60.000 148.500 +/+

640 x 350 31.469 70.086 25.175 +/-

720 x 400 31.469 70.087 28.322 -/+

640 x 480 35.000 66.667 30.240 -/-

832 x 624 49.726 74.551 57.284 -/-

1152 x 870 68.681 75.062 100.000 -/-

640 x 480 31.469 59.940 25.175 -/-

640 x 480 37.861 72.809 31.500 -/-

640 x 480 37.500 75.000 31.500 -/-

800 x 600 37.879 60.317 40.000 +/+

800 x 600 48.077 72.188 50.000 +/+

800 x 600 46.875 75.000 49.500 +/+

1024 x 768 48.363 60.004 65.000 -/-

1024 x 768 56.476 70.069 75.000 -/-

1024 x 768 60.023 75.029 78.750 +/+

1152 x 864 67.500 75.000 108.000 +/+

1280 x 1024 63.981 60.020 108.000 +/+

1280 x 1024 79.976 75.025 135.000 +/+

1280 x 800 49.702 59.810 83.500 -/+

1280 x 800 62.795 74.934 106.500 -/+

1280 x 960 60.000 60.000 108.000 +/+

1360 x 768 47.712 60.015 85.500 +/+

1440 x 900 55.935 59.887 106.500 -/+

1440 x 900 70.635 74.984 136.750 -/+

1680 x 1050 65.290 59.954 146.250 -/+

02 Connections

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NOTE

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

The interlace mode is not supported.

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

PC(D-Sub) input is not supported.

If an HDMI to DVI cable is connected to the HDMI IN 1(DVI) port, the audio does not work.

SERVICE

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Connections

P.SIZE

Changing the Input source

Source List

MENUm → Input → Source List → ENTER

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

■ TV / AV / Component / HDMI1/DVI / HDMI2

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

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PC(D-Sub) input is not supported. If you want to connect PC to the TV, use HDMI1/DVI input.

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You can use the Edit Name and Information when you press the TOOLS button in the Source

List.

Information

You can see detailed information about the selected external device.

Edit Name

MENUm → Input → Edit Name → ENTER

■ VCR / DVD / Cable STB / Satellite STB / PVR STB / AV Receiver / Game / Camcorder / PC / DVI PC / DVI / TV / IPTV / Blu-ray / HD DVD / DMA: Name the device connected to the input jacks to make your input source selection

easier.

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When connecting a PC to the HDMI IN 1(DVI) port with HDMI cable, you should set the TV to PC mode under Edit Name.

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When connecting a PC to the HDMI IN 1(DVI) port with HDMI to DVI cable, you should set the TV to DVI PC mode under Edit Name.

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When connecting an AV devices to the HDMI IN 1(DVI) port with HDMI to DVI cable, you should set the T V to DVI mode under Edit Name.

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MEDIA.P

Basic Features

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.

Channel Menu

¦ Seeing Channels

03 Basic Features

1 MENU button: Displays the main on-screen menu. 2 ENTERE / Direction button: Move the cursor and

select an item. Conﬁrm the setting.

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

How to Operate the OSD (On Screen Display)

The access step may differ depending on the selected menu.

▲ / ▼ Select an icon with the ▲ or ▼

ENTER

▲ / ▼

◄ / ►

ENTER

EXIT

The main menu options appear on the screen:

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

button.

Press ENTERE 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 ENTERE to conﬁrm the selection.

Press EXIT.

AV.

Channel List

MENUm → Channel → Channel List → ENTER

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

Select a channel in the All Channels, Added Channels, Favorite or Programmed screen by pressing the ▲ / ▼ buttons, and pressing the ENTERE button. Then you can watch the selected channel.

Added Channels

Air B Zoom C Select T Tools

■ All Channels: Shows all currently available

■ Added Channels: Shows all added channels.

■* Favorite: Shows all favorite channels.

■ Programmed: Shows all currently reserved

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Using the color buttons with the Channel List

number.

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

c T

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

Channel Status Display Icons

6 Air 6-1 ♥ TV #6

7-1 ♥ TV #7

8 Air 9 Air 9-1 ♥ TV #9 10 Air 10-1 ♥ TV #10 11-1 ♥ TV #11

channels.

programs.

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.

Icons Operations

A channel selected.

A channel set as a Favorite.

A reserved program.

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A program currently being broadcast.

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