Samsung MD46B, MD40B User Manual

User Manual

MD32B MD40B MD46B MD55B

The color and the appearance may differ depending on

the product, and the specifications are subject to

change without prior notice to improve the performance.

BN46-00237A-01

BEFORE USING THE

PRODUCT

PREPARATIONS 22 Checking the Contents

11 Copyright

12 Cleaning

12 Storage

13 Safety Precautions

13 Symbols 14 Electricity and Safety 15 Installation 17 Operation

22 Removing the Packaging 23 Checking the Components

25 Parts

25 Control Panel 27 Reverse Side 28 Anti-theft Lock 29 Remote Control

CONNECTING AND USING

A SOURCE DEVICE

32 Before Installing the Product (Installation

Guide)

32 Tilting Angle and Rotation 33 Ventilation

35 Dimensions

36 Installing the Wall Mount

36 Installing the Wall Mount Kit 36 Wall Mount Kit Specifications (VESA)

38 Remote Control

38 Cable Connection 41 Connection 43 Control Codes

54 Before Connecting

54 Pre-connection Checkpoints

Table Of Contents

55 Connecting and Using a PC

55 Connecting to a PC 57 Changing the Resolution

59 Connecting to a Video Device

59 Connection Using the AV Cable 59 Connection Using the Component Cable 60 Connection Using an HDMI-DVI Cable 60 Connection Using an HDMI Cable 61 Connecting to an Audio System 61 Connecting to an Antenna

62 Connecting the network box(sold

separately)

62 MagicInfo

66 Changing the Input source

66 Source

USING MDC 67 Configuring Settings for Multi Control

67 Configuring settings for Multi Control

68 MDC Program Installation/Uninstallation

68 Installation 68 Uninstallation

Table Of Contents

69 What is MDC?

69 Connecting to MDC 71 Connection Management 72 Auto Set ID 73 Cloning 74 Command Retry 75 Getting Started with MDC 77 Main Screen Layout 78 Menus 80 Screen Adjustment 83 Sound Adjustment 84 System Setup 92 Tool Settings 94 Other Functions 99 Troubleshooting Guide

SCREEN ADJUSTMENT 101 Picture Mode

101 If the input source is PC or DVI 101 If the input source is AV, Component, HDMI or

102 Backlight / Contrast / Brightness /

Sharpness / Color / Tint (G/R)

103 Screen Adjustment

103 Picture Size 105 Position 105 PC Screen Adjustment 106 Resolution Select

106 Auto Adjustment

Table Of Contents

107 Advanced Settings

107 Black Tone 107 Dynamic Contrast 107 Shadow Detail 108 Gamma 108 Expert Pattern 108 RGB Only Mode 108 Color Space 108 White Balance 109 10p White Balance (Off / On) 109 Flesh Tone 109 Edge Enhancement (Off / On) 109 Motion Lighting (Off / On) 109 LED Motion Plus (Off / On)

110 Picture Options

110 Color Tone 110 Color Temp. 111 Digital Noise Filter 111 MPEG Noise Filter 111 HDMI Black Level 111 Film Mode

111 Reset Picture

SOUND ADJUSTMENT 112 Sound Mode

113 Sound Effect

114 Broadcast Audio Options

115 Speaker Settings

115 Reset Sound

MEDIA 116 Favorites

117 Functions on the Favorites Screen 117 Using Edit Mode to Delete a Favorite

Table Of Contents

118 Channel

118 Channel Manager 121 Antenna 121 Auto Program 122 Clear Scrambled Channel 122 Fine Tune

123 MagicInfo Lite

123 Videos

123 Playing a Video

127 Photos

127 Viewing a Photo (or Slide Show)

128 Music

128 Playing Music

130 Videos / Photos / Music - Additional

Functions

130 Sorting the file lists 131 Videos / Photos / Music Play Option menu

133 Source

133 Source 134 Edit Name 134 Edit Favorites 134 Information 134 Refresh

NETWORK 135 Network Setting

135 Connecting to a Wired Network 136 Wired Network Settings 139 Connecting to a Wireless Network 140 Wireless Network Setting 142 WPS(PBC) 143 One Foot Connection 144 Ad Hoc Network Setup

145 Network Status

Table Of Contents

146 MagicInfo Lite Settings

SYSTEM 147 Plug & Play

148 Multi Control

148 Configuring settings for Multi Control

149 Time

149 Clock 150 Sleep Timer 150 On Timer 151 Off Timer 151 Holiday Management

152 Menu Language

152 Eco Solution

152 Energy Saving 153 Eco Sensor (Off / On) 153 No Signal Power Off 153 Auto Power Off (Off / On)

154 Caption

154 Caption 154 Caption Mode 155 Digital Caption Options

156 Security

156 Safety Lock (Off / On) 156 Button Lock (Off / On) 157 Program Rating Lock (Off / On) 159 Change PIN

159 PIP

160 Auto Protection Time

161 Screen Burn Protection

161 Pixel Shift 162 Timer 162 Pixel 162 Side Gray

Table Of Contents

163 Video Wall

163 Video Wall 164 Format 164 Horizontal 164 Vertical 165 Screen Position

166 Source AutoSwitch Settings

167 General

167 Max. Power Saving 167 Game Mode 168 BD Wise 168 Auto Power 168 Standby Control 168 Lamp Schedule 168 OSD Display 169 Power On Adjustment 169 Temperature Control 169 Device Name

170 Anynet+(HDMI-CEC)

170 Anynet+(HDMI-CEC) 171 Auto Turn Off (No / Yes) 172 Receiver

173 DivX® Video On Demand

174 Network Remote Control

174 Reset System

174 Reset All

SUPPORT 175 Software Upgrade

175 By USB 176 Alternative Software

176 Contact Samsung

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MAGICINFO LITE

177 File Formats Compatible with MagicInfo

Lite Player

177 Video / Audio

181 Network Schedule

181 Connecting to a server 182 MagicInfo Lite Settings 182 Approving a connected device from the server 185 Setting the current time

186 Local Schedule

186 Local Schedule Manager

186 Registering a Local Schedule 189 Modifying a Local Schedule 190 Deleting a Local Schedule 192 Running a Local Schedule 193 Stopping a Local Schedule 194 Viewing the details of a Local Schedule

TROUBLESHOOTING

GUIDE

195 Contents Manager

195 Copying content 196 Deleting content

197 Internal AutoPlay

197 Running Internal AutoPlay

197 USB AutoPlay

197 Running Internal AutoPlay

198 When Content is Running

198 Viewing the details of the content that is running 199 Changing the settings for the content that is

running

200 Requirements Before Contacting

Samsung Customer Service Center

200 Testing the Product 200 Checking the Resolution and Frequency 201 Check the followings.

Table Of Contents

204 Q & A

SPECIFICATIONS 206 General

207 PowerSaver

209 Preset Timing Modes

211 License

APPENDIX 212 Contact SAMSUNG WORLDWIDE

213 Responsibility for the Pay Service (Cost

to Customers)

INDEX

213 Not a product defect 213 A Product damage caused by customer's fault 213 Others

214 Optimum Picture Quality and Afterimage

Burn-in Prevention

214 Optimum Picture Quality 215 Prevention of Afterimage Burn-in

217 Terminology

Table Of Contents

Copyright

The contents of this manual are subject to change without notice to improve quality.

Samsung Electronics owns the copyright for this manual.

Use or reproduction of this manual in parts or entirety without the authorization of Samsung Electronics is

prohibited.

The SAMSUNG and SyncMaster logos are registered trademarks of Samsung Electronics.

Microsoft and Windows are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation.

Before Using the Product

VESA, DPM and DDC are registered trademarks of the Video Electronics Standards Association.

Ownership of all other trademarks is attributed to their due owner.

Before Using the Product

Cleaning

Before Using the Product

Exercise care when cleaning as the panel and exterior of advanced LCDs are easily scratched.

Take the following steps when cleaning.

The following images are for reference only. Real-life situations may differ from what is shown in the images.

1. Power off the product and computer.

2. Disconnect the power cord from the product.

Hold the power cable by the plug and do not touch the cable with wet hands. Otherwise, an electric shock may result.

3. Wipe the product with a clean, soft and dry cloth.

z Do not use detergents that contain alcohol, solvent or

surface-active agents.

z Do not spray water or detergent directly on the product.

4. Wet a soft and dry cloth in water and wring thoroughly to clean the exterior of the product.

5. Connect the power cord to the product when cleaning is finished.

6. Power on the product and computer.

Storage

High-glossy models can develop white stains on the surface if an ultrasonic wave humidifier is used

nearby.

Contact Customer Service Center if the inside of the product needs cleaning (service fee will be charged).

Before Using the Product

Safety Precautions

CAUTION : TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). THERE ARE NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER ALL SERVICING TO QUALIFIED PERSONNEL.

This symbol indicates that high voltage is present inside. It is dangerous to make any kind of contact with any internal part of this product.

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN

Symbols

Warning

Caution

This symbol alerts you that important literature concerning operation and maintenance has been included with this product.

A serious or fatal injury may result if instructions are not followed.

Personal injury or damage to properties may result if instructions are not followed.

Activities marked by this symbol are prohibited.

Instructions marked by this symbol must be followed.

Before Using the Product

Electricity and Safety

The following images are for reference only. Real-life situations may differ from what is shown in the images.

Warning

Do not use a damaged power cord or plug, or a loose power socket.

z An electric shock or fire may result.

Do not use multiple products with a single power socket.

z Overheated power sockets may cause a fire.

Do not touch the power plug with wet hands. Otherwise, an electric shock may result.

Insert the power plug all the way in so it is not loose.

z An unsecure connection may cause a fire.

Connect the power plug to a grounded power socket (type 1 insulated devices only).

z An electric shock or injury may result.

Do not bend or pull the power cord with force. Be careful not to leave the power cord under a heavy object.

z Damage to the cord may result in a fire or electric shock.

Do not place the power cord or product near heat sources.

z A fire or electric shock may result.

Clean any dust around the pins of the power plug or the power socket with a dry cloth.

z A fire may result.

Before Using the Product

Caution

Do not disconnect the power cord while the product is being used.

z The product may become damaged by an electric shock.

Only use the power cord provided with your product by Samsung. Do not use the power cord with other products.

z A fire or electric shock may result.

Keep the power socket where the power cord is connected unobstructed.

z The power cord must be disconnected to cut off power to the product when

an issue occurs.

Installation

Warning

z Note that the product is not completely powered down by using only the

power button on the remote.

Hold the plug when disconnecting the power cord from the power socket.

z An electric shock or fire may result.

DO NOT PLACE CANDLES, INSECT REPELLANTS OR CIGARETTES ON TOP OF THE PRODUCT. DO NOT INSTALL THE PRODUCT NEAR HEAT SOURCES.

z A fire may result.

Have a technician install the wall-mount hanger.

z Installation by an unqualified person can result in an injury.

z Only use approved cabinets.

Do not install the product in poorly ventilated spaces such as a bookcase or closet.

z An increased internal temperature may cause a fire.

Install the product at least 10cm away from the wall to allow ventilation.

z An increased internal temperature may cause a fire.

Before Using the Product

Keep the plastic packaging out of the reach of children.

z Children may suffocate.

Do not install the product on an unstable or vibrating surface (insecure shelf, sloped surface, etc.)

z The product may fall and become damaged and/or cause an injury.

z Using the product in an area with excess vibration may damage the product

or cause a fire.

Do not install the product in a vehicle or a place exposed to dust, moisture (water drips, etc.), oil, or smoke.

z A fire or electric shock may result.

Do not expose the product to direct sunlight, heat, or a hot object such as a stove.

z The product lifespan may be reduced or a fire may result.

Do not install the product within the reach of young children.

z The product may fall and injure children.

z As the front is heavy, install the product on a flat and stable surface.

Bend and keep part of the outdoor TV antenna cable hanging downwards (the part inside the room) to prevent rainwater from entering the product.

z If rainwater enters the product, a fire or electric shock can occur.

When using an outdoor antenna, be sure to install the antenna away from nearby power lines to prevent the antenna from collapsing onto them in strong winds.

z A collapsed antenna can cause an electric shock or injury.

Edible oil, such as soybean oil, can damage or deform the product. Do not install the product in a kitchen or near a kitchen counter.

Before Using the Product

SAMSUNG

Caution

Do not drop the product while moving.

z Product failure or personal injury may result.

Do not set down the product on its front.

z The screen may become damaged.

When installing the product on a cabinet or shelf, make sure that the bottom edge of the front of the product is not protruding.

Operation

Warning

z The product may fall and become damaged and/or cause an injury.

z Install the product only on cabinets or shelves of the right size.

Set down the product gently

z Product failure or personal injury may result.

Installing the product in an unusual place (a place exposed to a lot of fine particles, chemical substances or extreme temperatures, or an airport or train station where the product should operate continuously for an extended period of time) may seriously affect its performance.

z Be sure to consult Samsung Customer Service Center if you want to install

the product at such a place.

There is a high voltage inside the product. Never disassemble, repair or modify the product yourself.

z A fire or electric shock may result.

z Contact Samsung Customer Service Center for repairs.

Before moving the product, turn off the power switch and disconnect the power cord, antenna cable and all other connected cables.

z Damage to the cord may result in a fire or electric shock.

Before Using the Product

GAS

If the product generates abnormal sounds, a burning smell or smoke, disconnect the power cord immediately and contact Samsung Customer Service Center.

z An electric shock or fire may result.

Do not let children hang from the product or climb on top of it.

z Children may become injured or seriously harmed.

If the product is dropped or the outer case is damaged, turn off the power switch and disconnect the power cord. Then contact Samsung Customer Service Center.

z Continued use can result in a fire or electric shock.

Do not leave heavy objects or items that children like (toys, sweets, etc.) on top of the product.

z The product or heavy objects may fall as children try to reach for the toys or

sweets resulting in a serious injury.

During a lightning or thunderstorm, power off the product and remove the power cable.

z A fire or electric shock may result.

Do not drop objects on the product or apply impact.

z A fire or electric shock may result.

Do not move the product by pulling the power cord or any cable.

z Product failure, an electric shock or fire may result from a damaged cable.

If a gas leakage is found, do not touch the product or power plug. Also, ventilate the area immediately.

z Sparks can cause an explosion or fire.

Do not lift or move the product by pulling the power cord or any cable.

z Product failure, an electric shock or fire may result from a damaged cable.

Do not use or keep combustible spray or an inflammable substance near the product.

z An explosion or fire may result.

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Ensure the vents are not blocked by tablecloths or curtains.

z An increased internal temperature may cause a fire.

Do not insert metallic objects (chopsticks, coins, hairpins, etc) or objects that burn easily (paper, matches, etc) into the product (via the vent or input/output ports, etc).

z Be sure to power off the product and disconnect the power cord when water

or other foreign substances have entered the product. Then contact Samsung Customer Service Center.

z Product failure, an electric shock or fire may result.

Do not place objects containing liquid (vases, pots, bottles, etc) or metallic objects on top of the product.

Caution

z Be sure to power off the product and disconnect the power cord when water

or other foreign substances have entered the product. Then contact Samsung Customer Service Center.

z Product failure, an electric shock or fire may result.

Leaving the screen fixed on a stationary image for an extended period of time may cause afterimage burn-in or defective pixels.

z Activate power-saving mode or a moving-picture screen saver if you will not

be using the product for an extended period of time.

Disconnect the power cord from the power socket if you do not plan on using the product for an extended period of time (vacation, etc).

z Dust accumulation combined with heat can cause a fire, electric shock or

electric leakage.

Use the product at the recommended resolution and frequency.

z Your eyesight may deteriorate.

Do not hold the product upside-down or move it by holding the stand.

z The product may fall and become damaged or cause an injury.

Before Using the Product

Looking at the screen too close for an extended period of time can deteriorate your eyesight.

Do not use humidifiers or stoves around the product.

z A fire or electric shock may result.

Rest your eyes for more than 5 minutes for every 1 hour of product use.

z Eye fatigue will be relieved.

Do not touch the screen when the product has been turned on for an extended period of time as it will become hot.

Store small accessories out of the reach of children.

Exercise caution when adjusting the product angle or stand height.

z Your hand or finger may get stuck and injured.

z Tilting the product at an excessive angle may cause the product to fall and

an injury may result.

Do not place heavy objects on the product.

z Product failure or personal injury may result.

When using headphones or earphones, do not turn the volume too high.

z Having the sound too loud may damage your hearing.

Be careful that children do not place the battery in their mouths when removed from the remote control. Place the battery in a location that children or infants cannot reach.

z If children have had the battery in their mouths, consult your doctor

immediately.

Use only the specified standardized batteries, and do not use a new battery and a used battery at the same time.

z Otherwise, the batteries may be damaged or cause fire, personal injury or

damage due to a leakage of the internal liquid.

Before Using the Product

When replacing the battery, insert it with the right polarity (+, -).

z Otherwise, the battery may become damaged or it may cause fire, personal

injury or damage due to leakage of the internal liquid.

The batteries (and rechargeable batteries) are not ordinary refuse and must be returned for recycling purposes. The customer is responsible for returning the used or rechargeable batteries for recycling.

z The customer can return used or rechargeable batteries to a nearby public

recycling center or to a store selling the same type of the battery or rechargeable battery.

Before Using the Product

Preparations

321

1.1 Checking the Contents

1.1.1 Removing the Packaging

1 Remove the black locking device at the bottom of the box.

2 Using the grooves in the box, lift and remove the top of the box.

3 Check the components and remove the styrofoam and plastic bag.

The appearance of actual components may differ from the image shown.

This image is for reference only.

4 Store the box in a dry area so that it can be used when moving the product in the future.

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Preparations

1.1.2 Checking the Components

z Contact the vendor where you purchased the product if any components are missing.

z The appearance of the components and items sold separately may differ from the image shown.

z A stand is not provided with the product. To install a stand, you can purchase one separately.

Components

Components may differ in different locations.

Warranty card

Quick setup guide

(Not available in some

locations)

User manual

MagicInfo Lite Edition

Software CD

Batteries

(Not available in some

locations)

Power cord Remote Control

D-SUB cable

1 Preparations

Preparations

Items sold separately

The following items can be purchased at your nearest retailer.

Wall-mount KIT RS232C cable DVI cable

HDMI-DVI cable HDMI cable RCA stereo cable

LAN cable Stereo cable Component cable

RCA cable Video cable Network box

1 Preparations

Preparations

Remote sensor

POWER

1.2 Parts

1.2.1 Control Panel

Panel Key

Location Description

Power on the product.

If you press the [ ] button when the product is turned on, the control

menu will be displayed.

To exit the OSD menu, press and hold the panel key for at least one second.

Move to the upper or lower menu. You can also adjust the value of an option.

In TV mode, you can change the channel by moving the panel key up or down when the control menu is not displayed.

Move to the left or right menu.

You can adjust the volume by moving the panel key left or right when the control menu is not displayed.

Remote sensor

The color and shape of parts may differ from what is shown. Specifications are subject to change without notice to improve quality.

To control the remote control in front of the product, lower the remote control sensor in the direction of the arrow.

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Return

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Control menu

If you press the [ ] button on the panel key ("1.2.1 Control Panel") when the product is turned on, the control menu will be displayed.

Location Description

Select the connected input source.

Move the panel key right to select Source [ ] in the control menu.

When the list of input sources is displayed, move the panel key up or down to select the desired input source. Next, press the panel key.

Display the OSD menu.

Move the panel key left to select menu [ ] in the control menu.

The OSD control screen will appear. Move the panel key right to select the desired menu. You can select a sub-menu item by moving the panel key up, down, left, or right. To change settings, select the desired menu and press the panel key.

Enter MagicInfo Lite mode.

Move the panel key up to select MagicInfo Lite [ ] in the control

menu.

Power off the product.

Move the panel key down to select Power off[ ] in the control menu.

Next, press the panel key.

Exit the control menu.

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1.2.2 Reverse Side

The color and shape of parts may differ from what is shown. Specifications are subject to change without notice to improve quality.

Port Description

[RGB / DVI / HDMI AUDIO IN] Receives sound from a PC via an audio cable.

[AUDIO OUT] Connects to the audio of a source device.

[USB ]

[HDMI IN] Connects to a source device using an HDMI cable.

[RGB IN] Connects to a source device using the D-SUB cable.

[DVI IN] Connects to a source device using a DVI cable or HDMI-DVI cable.

[COMPONENT IN / AV IN] Connects to a source device using the AV/component cable.

[ANT IN] Connect to an antenna cable.

[RJ45] Connects to MDC using a LAN cable.

[RS232C IN / OUT]

USB memory device port.

Connects to MDC using an RS232C cable.

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Preparations

1.2.3 Anti-theft Lock

z An anti-theft lock allows you to use the product securely even in public places.

z The locking device shape and locking method depend on the manufacturer. Refer to the user

guide provided with your anti-theft locking device for details.

To lock an anti-theft locking device

1 Fix the cable of your anti-theft locking device to a heavy object

such as a desk.

2 Put one end of the cable through the loop on the other end. 3 Insert the locking device into the anti-theft lock slot at the back of

the product.

4 Lock the locking device.

z An anti-theft locking device can be purchased separately.

z Refer to the user guide provided with your anti-theft locking

device for details.

z Anti-theft locking devices can be purchased at electronics

retailers or online.

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Power off the product.

Not available.

Return to the previous menu.

Change the channel in TV mode.

Select a connected source device.

Display or hide the onscreen display menu,

or return to the previous menu.

Move to the upper, lower, left or right menu, or adjust an option's setting. Activates a highlighted menu item.

Mute the sound. Unmuting the sound: Press MUTE again or press the volume control (+ VOL -) button.

Adjust the volume.

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”.

Display information on the screen.

Exit the current menu.

Use these buttons in Videos, Photos, Music and Anynet+ modes.

MagicInfo Quick Launch Button.

MagicInfo can only be enabled when

a network box is connected.

This button is disabled for products

that do not support MagicInfo.

Quickly select frequently used functions.

Power on the product.

Not available.

MagicInfo Lite Launch Button.

It sets safe lock function.

Enter the password in the OSD menu, or change the channel.

In TV mode, settings for various functions can be configured such as the program guide for digital channels. For other modes (except for TV mode), source devices can be selected manually. When using a media-related menu or the HDMI-CEC menu, a function can be selected by pressing a color button on the remote control that corresponds to a button of the same color on the screen.

Preparations

1.2.4 Remote Control

Using other display devices in the same space as the remote control of this product can cause the other display devices to be inadvertently controlled.

z Remote control button functions may differ for different products.

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Preparations

Adjusting the OSD with the Remote Control

1. Open the OSD menu.

2. Select from Picture, Sound, Media, Network, System or Support in the displayed OSD menu screen.

3. Change settings as desired.

4. Finish setting.

5. Close the onscreen display (OSD) menu.

To place batteries in the remote control

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