Samsung PE40C, PE55C, PE46C User Manual

User Manual

PE40C PE46C PE55C

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.

BN46-00299C-01

BEFORE USING THE

PRODUCT

PREPARATIONS 25 Checking the Contents

14 Copyright

15 Cleaning

15 Storage

16 Safety Precautions

16 Symbols 17 Electricity and Safety 18 Installation 20 Operation

25 Removing the Packaging (for PE40C and

PE46C models only)

26 Removing the Packaging (for PE55C models

only)

27 Checking the Components

30 Parts

30 Control Panel 32 Reverse Side 33 Anti-theft Lock 34 Remote Control 37 Connection Using an IR Stereo Cable

38 Before Installing the Product (Installation

Guide)

38 Tilting Angle and Rotation 39 Ventilation

40 Dimensions

41 Installing the Wall Mount

41 Preparing before installing Wall-Mount 41 Installing the Wall Mount Kit 41 Wall Mount Kit Specifications (VESA)

43 Remote Control

43 Cable Connection 46 Connection 48 Control Codes

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CONNECTING AND USING

A SOURCE DEVICE

62 Before Connecting

62 Pre-connection Checkpoints

63 Connecting and Using a PC

63 Connecting to a PC 66 Changing the Resolution

68 Connecting an External Monitor

69 Connecting to a Video Device

69 Connection Using the AV Cable 69 Connection Using the Component Cable 70 Connection Using an HDMI-DVI Cable 70 Connection Using an HDMI Cable 71 Connecting to an Audio System 71 Connecting to an Antenna

72 Connecting the PC module (sold

separately)

72 MagicInfo

75 Changing the Input source

75 Source

USING MDC 76 Configuring Settings for Multi Control

76 Configuring settings for Multi Control

77 MDC Program Installation/Uninstallation

77 Installation 77 Uninstallation

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78 What is MDC?

78 Connecting to MDC 80 Connection Management 81 User Login 82 Auto Set ID 83 Cloning 84 Command Retry 85 Getting Started with MDC 86 Main Screen Layout 87 Menus 90 Screen Adjustment 93 Advanced features 96 Sound Adjustment 96 System Setup 107 Tool Settings 111 Other Functions 116 Troubleshooting Guide

SCREEN ADJUSTMENT 118 Picture Mode

118 If the input source is PC, DVI or DisplayPort 119 If the input source is AV, Component, HDMI or

119 Backlight / Contrast / Brightness /

Sharpness / Color / Tint (G/R)

121 Screen Adjustment

121 Picture Size 122 Zoom/Position 123 PC Screen Adjustment 123 Resolution Select

123 Auto Adjustment

124 Rotation

125 Aspect Ratio

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126 Advanced Settings

127 Dynamic Contrast 127 Black Tone 127 Flesh Tone 127 RGB Only Mode 127 Color Space 127 White Balance 127 10p White Balance (Off / On) 128 Gamma 128 Expert Pattern 128 Motion Lighting (Off / On)

129 Picture Options

130 Color Tone 130 Color Temp. 130 Digital Noise Filter 130 MPEG Noise Filter 131 HDMI Black Level 131 Film Mode 131 Calibrated Value 131 Dynamic Backlight

131 Reset Picture

SOUND ADJUSTMENT 133 Sound Mode

134 Sound Effect

135 Broadcast Audio Options

135 Speaker Settings

136 Reset Sound

CHANNEL 137 Antenna (Air / Cable)

138 Auto Program

138 Clear Scrambled Channel

139 Fine Tune

139 Crosstalk Noise Reduction

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NETWORK

140 Network Setting

140 Connecting to a Wired Network 141 Wired Network Settings 144 Connecting to a Wireless Network 145 Wireless Network Setting 147 WPS(PBC)

148 Network Status

148 Wi-Fi Direct

149 Soft AP

149 AllShare Settings

150 Using the AllShare Play Function

150 Device Name

SYSTEM 151 Setup

152 Multi Control

152 Configuring settings for Multi Control

153 Time

153 Clock 154 Sleep Timer 154 On Timer 155 Off Timer 155 Holiday Management

156 Menu Language

156 Rotate Menu

157 Eco Solution

157 Energy Saving 157 Eco Sensor (Off / On) 157 No Signal Power Off 158 Auto Power Off (Off / On)

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158 Caption

158 Caption 158 Caption Mode 159 Digital Caption Options

160 Security

160 Safety Lock (Off / On) 160 Button Lock (Off / On) 161 Program Rating Lock (Off / On) 163 Change PIN

163 PIP

164 Auto Protection Time

165 Screen Burn Protection

165 Pixel Shift 166 Timer 166 Immediate Display 167 Side Gray

167 Ticker

168 Video Wall

168 Video Wall 168 Format 169 Horizontal 169 Vertical 169 Screen Position

170 Source AutoSwitch Settings

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171 General

171 Max. Power Saving 171 Game Mode 172 BD Wise 172 Menu Transparency 172 Sound Feedback 172 Auto Power 172 Standby Control 173 Lamp Schedule 173 OSD Display 173 Power On Adjustment 173 Temperature Control

174 Anynet+ (HDMI-CEC)

174 Anynet+ (HDMI-CEC) 175 Auto Turn Off (No / Yes)

177 DivX® Video On Demand

177 Player Mode

178 Magic Clone

178 Reset System

178 Reset All

178 PC Module Power

179 Synced Power-On 179 Synced Power-Off

SUPPORT 180 Software Update

180 By USB 180 Alternative Software

181 Contact Samsung

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181 Contents Home

181 Channel List 182 Channel Manager 183 MagicInfo Lite 183 MagicInfo Premium S 184 MagicInfo Videowall S 184 AllShare Play 185 Source

ALLSHARE PLAY 186 What is AllShare Play?

186 Read the following before using AllShare Play

with a USB device 188 Using a USB device 189 Connecting to a PC over a network 190 Using the AllShare Play features

191 Using the Basic AllShare Play Features

191 Sorting the file lists 192 Playing Selected Files 192 Copying Files 193 Creating a Playlist

194 My List

194 My List options

195 Videos

195 Playing a Video

196 Photos

196 Viewing a Photo (or Slide Show)

197 Music

197 Playing Music

198 Videos / Photos / Music Play Option

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200 Supported Subtitle and AllShare Play file

formats

200 Subtitle 200 Supported image resolutions 201 Supported music file formats 201 Supported Video Formats

MAGICINFO LITE 203 File Formats Compatible with MagicInfo

Lite Player

204 Contents

211 MagicInfo Lite

211 Network Schedule 212 Local schedule 213 Internal AutoPlay 214 USB AutoPlay

215 Local Schedule Manager

215 Registering a Local schedule 219 Modifying a Local schedule 221 Deleting a Local schedule 222 Running a Local schedule 223 Stopping a Local Schedule 224 Viewing the details of a Local schedule 226 Copying a Local schedule

228 Content Manager

228 Copying content 229 Deleting content

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230 Settings

230 Server Network Setting 231 Default content duration 231 Content ratio 231 Image Effect 231 Default content 231 Screen layout 231 Schedule Name 232 Safety Remove USB 232 Delete all content 232 Reset Settings

233 When Content is Running

233 Viewing the details of the content that is running 234 Changing the settings for the content that is

running

MAGICINFO PREMIUM S 235 File Formats Compatible with MagicInfo

Premium S Player

239 Network Schedule Multiframe 239 Template files and LFD(.lfd) files 240 Others

245 MagicInfo Premium S

245 Network Schedule 246 Local Schedule 247 Template Player 248 Internal AutoPlay 249 USB AutoPlay

250 Local Schedule Manager

250 Registering a Local Schedule 254 Modifying a Local Schedule 256 Deleting a Local schedule 257 Running a Local Schedule 258 Stopping a Local Schedule 259 Viewing the details of a Local Schedule 261 Copying a Local Schedule

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263 Template Manager

263 Registering a Template

267 Content Manager

267 Copying content 268 Deleting content

269 Settings

269 Server Network Setting 270 Default content duration 270 Content ratio 270 Image Effect 270 Default content 270 Screen layout 270 Schedule Name 270 Safety Remove USB 271 Delete all content 271 Reset Settings

272 When Content is Running

272 Viewing the details of the content that is running 273 Changing the settings for the content that is

running

MAGICINFO VIDEOWALL S 274 File Formats Compatible with MagicInfo

Videowall S Player

276 Restrictions

277 MagicInfo Videowall S

277 Settings 277 Default Storage 277 Default Content 277 Screen Layout 278 Port 278 Safety Remove USB Device 278 Reset Settings

279 When Content is Running

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TROUBLESHOOTING

GUIDE

SPECIFICATIONS 291 General

APPENDIX 297 Contact SAMSUNG WORLD WIDE

280 Requirements Before Contacting

Samsung Customer Service Center

280 Testing the Product 280 Checking the Resolution and Frequency 281 Check the followings.

289 Q & A

293 PowerSaver

294 Standard Signal Mode Table

296 License

299 Responsibility for the Pay Service (Cost

to Customers)

INDEX

299 Not a product defect 299 A Product damage caused by customer's fault 299 Others

300 Optimum Picture Quality and Afterimage

Burn-in Prevention

300 Optimum Picture Quality 301 Prevention of Afterimage Burn-in

303 Terminology

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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.

Microsoft and Windows are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation.

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

Before Using the Product

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.

 Do not use detergents that contain alcohol, solvent or

surface-active agents.

 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).

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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.

 An electric shock or fire may result.

Do not use multiple products with a single power socket.

 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.

 An unsecure connection may cause a fire.

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

 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.

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

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

 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.

 A fire may result.

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Caution

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

 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.

 A fire or electric shock may result.

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

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

an issue occurs.

Installation

Warning

 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.

 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.

 A fire may result.

Have a technician install the wall-mount hanger.

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

 Only use approved cabinets.

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

 An increased internal temperature may cause a fire.

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

 An increased internal temperature may cause a fire.

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Keep the plastic packaging out of the reach of children.

 Children may suffocate.

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

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

 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.

 A fire or electric shock may result.

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

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

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

 The product may fall and injure children.

 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.

 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.

 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.

 Product failure or personal injury may result.

Do not set down the product on its front.

 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

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

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

Set down the product gently

 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.

 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.

 A fire or electric shock may result.

 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.

 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.

 An electric shock or fire may result.

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

 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.

 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.

 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.

 A fire or electric shock may result.

Do not drop objects on the product or apply impact.

 A fire or electric shock may result.

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

 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.

 Sparks can cause an explosion or fire.

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

 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.

 An explosion or fire may result.

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Ensure the vents are not blocked by tablecloths or curtains.

 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).

 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.

 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

 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.

 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.

 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).

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

electric leakage.

Use the product at the recommended resolution and frequency.

 Your eyesight may deteriorate.

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

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

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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.

 A fire or electric shock may result.

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

 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.

 Your hand or finger may get stuck and injured.

 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.

 Product failure or personal injury may result.

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

 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.

 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.

 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 (+, -).

 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.

 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

1.1 Checking the Contents

The appearance of the actual product may differ from the images shown.

1.1.1 Removing the Packaging (for PE40C and PE46C models only)

1 Open the packaging box. Be careful not to damage the product when you open the packaging with

a sharp instrument.

2 Remove the styrofoam from the product.

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

The appearance of the actual product 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 Removing the Packaging (for PE55C models only)

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.

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

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

This image is for reference only.

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Preparations

1.1.3 Checking the Components

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

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

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

Components

Components may differ in different locations.

Quick setup guide Warranty card

(Not available in some locations)

MagicInfo Lite Edition

Holder-Wire stand Holder-Ring (4EA)

Software CD

Power cord Remote Control Batteries

(Not available in some locations)

User manual

D-SUB cable

1 Preparations

Preparations

Items sold separately

 The stand is not supplied.

 The following items can be purchased at your nearest retailer.

Wall-mount Kit Stand RS232C-Stereo cable

DVI cable HDMI-DVI cable DP cable

HDMI cable Video cable Component cable

Stereo cable AV cable RCA stereo cable

External sensor Kit PIM LAN cable

AV/Component Adapter AUDIO Adapter RS232C(OUT) Adapter

1 Preparations

Preparations

RS232C(IN) Adapter

The RS232C adapter can be used to connect to another monitor using the D-SUB (9-pin) type RS232C cable. Ensure you connect each of the adapters to the correct RS232C IN or OUT port on the product.

1 Preparations

Preparations

POWER

Panel Key

Remote sensor

Speaker

1.2 Parts

1.2.1 Control Panel

Panel Key

Buttons 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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