Samsung 4+ Series, PL42C430, PL50C430 User Manual
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BN68-02770A-00
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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.
User Instructions
• Screen Image retention
Do not display a still image (such as on a video game) on the plasma display panel for more than several minutes as it can cause screen image
retention. This image retention is also known as ‘screen burn’. To avoid such image retention, refer to page 14 of this manual to reduce the degree of
brightness and contrast of the screen when displaying a still image.
• Heat on the top of the Plasma TV
The top side of the product may be hot after long periods of use as heat dissipates from the panel through the vent hole in the upper part of the
product.
This is normal and does not indicate any defect or operation failure of the product.
However, children should be prevented from touching the upper part of the product.
• The product is making a ‘cracking’ noise.
A ‘cracking’ noise may occur when the product contracts or expands due to a change in the surrounding environment such as temperature or
humidity. This is normal and not a defect of the unit.
• Cell Defects
The PDP uses a panel consisting of 2,360,000(HD-level) to 6,221,000(FHD-level) pixels which require sophisticated technology to produce. However,
there may be a few bright or dark pixels on the screen. These pixels will have no impact on the performance of the product.
• Avoid operating the TV at temperatures below 41°F (5°C)
• A still image displayed too long may cause permanent damage to the PDP Panel.
Watching the Plasma TV in 4:3 format for a long period of time may leave traces of borders displayed on the left, right and center of
the screen caused by the difference of light emission on the screen. Playing a DVD or a game console may cause similar effects to
the screen.
Damages caused by the above effect are not covered by the Warranty.
• After-images on the Screen.
Displaying still images from Video games and PC for longer than a certain period of time may produce partial after-images.
To prevent this effect, reduce the ‘brightness’ and ‘contrast’ when displaying still images for a long time.
• Warranty
Warranty does not cover any damage caused by image retention.
Burn-in is not covered by the warranty.
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Contents
ENGLISH
English
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 Connecting to an Audio Device ................................. 9
y Connecting to a PC ..................................................9
y Changing the Input Source .....................................10
Basic Features
y How to Navigate Menus .......................................... 11
y Channel Menu ........................................................ 11
Seeing Channels 11
Memorizing channels 12
y Picture Menu ..........................................................12
Changing the Preset Picture Mode 12
Adjusting Picture Settings 12
Economical Solutions 12
Changing the Picture Options 13
Setting up the TV with Your PC 14
y Sound Menu ........................................................... 15
Changing the Preset Sound Mode 15
Adjusting sound settings 15
Sound Settings 15
y Setup Menu ............................................................ 16
Setting the Time 16
Using the Sleep Timer 16
Setting the On / Off Timer 16
Locking Programs 16
Other Features 16
Picture In Picture (PIP) 17
Advanced Features
y Media Play .............................................................. 18
Connecting a USB Device 18
Other Information
y Installing the Wall Mount .........................................21
y Securing the Installation Space ............................... 22
y Securing the TV to the Wall .....................................22
To Avoid the TV from Falling 22
y Troubleshooting ......................................................23
y Specifications ......................................................... 26
License 26
y Index ...................................................................... 27
Check the Symbol!
This function can be used by pressing the
TOOLS button on the remote control.
Note Step by Step Guide
Indicates additional information. Check here for instructions on how to open
the relevant submenu within the OSD (on
screen display).
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Getting Started
List of Features
y SRS TruSurround HD provides a virtual surround system (p. 15).
y Media Play (USB): Allows you to play music files, pictures saved on a USB device (p. 18).
Accessories
✎
Please make sure the following items are included with your PDP TV. If any items are missing, contact your dealer.
✎
The items’ colors and shapes may vary depending on the models.
y Remote Control & Batteries (AAA x 2) (Not available in some locations)
y Owner’s Instructions
y Warranty Card / Safety Guide (Not available in some locations)
y Cleaning Cloth
y Power Cord
y Blanking Bracket
Input Cables (Sold Separately)
HDMI HDMI-DVI Component Composite (AV) Coaxial (RF) VGA
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01 Getting Started
English
Viewing the Control Panel
✎
The product color and shape may vary depending on the model.
SOURCE
Toggles between all the available input sources. In the on-screen menu, use this
button as you would use the ENTER
button on the remote control.
MENU Displays an on-screen menu, the OSD (on screen display) of your TV’s features.
Adjusts the volume. In the OSD, use the
buttons as you would use the
◄ and ► buttons on the remote control.
Changes the channels. In the OSD, use the
buttons as you would use the
▼ and ▲ buttons on the remote control.
Power Indicator Blinks and turns off when the power is on and lights up in standby mode.
(Power)
Turns the TV on or off.
Remote control sensor Aim the remote control towards this spot on the TV.
Standby mode
Do not leave your TV in standby mode for long periods of time (when you are away on a holiday, for example). A small amount
of electric power is still consumed even when the power button is turned off. It is best to unplug the power cord.
Speakers
Power Indicator
Remote control sensor
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Getting Started
English
Viewing the Remote Control
Installing batteries (Battery size: AAA)
✎
NOTE
x
Use the remote control within 23 feet from the TV.
x
Bright light may affect the performance of the remote
control. Avoid use when nearby fl uorescent lights or neon
signs.
x
The color and shape may vary depending on the model.
HDMI
P.MODEP.SIZEFAV.CH
A B C D
Turns the TV on and off.
Returns to the previous channel.
Changes channels.
Displays and selects the available video
sources (p. 10).
Displays information on the TV screen.
Selects the HDMI mode directly.
Displays the channel list on the screen
(p. 11).
Selects the on-screen menu items and
changes the values seen on the menu.
Exits the menu.
FAV.CH: Not Available.
P.SIZE: Selects the picture size (p. 13).
P.MODE: Press to select the picture
mode (p. 12).
Press to directly access channels.
Use to select a channel over 100. For
example, for channel 122, press ,
then “2”, then “2”.
Adjusts the volume.
Brings up the OSD.
Quickly select frequently used functions.
Displays Media Play (USB) (p. 18).
Returns to the previous menu.
Buttons used in the Media Play (USB)
menu, etc.
Cuts off the sound temporarily.
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01 Getting Started
English
Connecting to an Antenna
When the TV is initially powered on, basic settings proceed automatically.
✎
Connecting the power cord and antenna.
Plug & Play (Initial Setup)
When the TV is initially powered on, a sequence of on-screen prompts will assist in configuring basic settings. Press the
POWER button. Plug & Play is available only when the Input source is set to TV.
✎
To return to the previous step, press the Red button.
1
Selecting a language
Press the ▲ or ▼ button, then press the ENTER
button. Select the
desired OSD (On Screen Display) language.
P
POWER
2
Selecting Store Demo
or Home Use
Press the ◄ or ► button, then press the ENTER 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 OSD, press and hold MENU for 5 sec.
3
Check antenna input. Select OK.
4
Selecting a channel
Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select Air, STD, HRC, or IRC, then press the ENTER
button. For more information, refer to Channel → Auto Program (p. 12).
✎
Press the ENTER button at any time to interrupt the memorization process.
5
Setting the Clock Set the Month, Day, Year, Hour, Minute, or am/pm.
6
Enjoy your TV.
Press the ENTER
button.
If You Want to Reset This Feature . . .
MENU → Setup → Plug & Play → ENTER
ANT OUT
VHF/UHF Antenna
or
Cable
Power Input
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Connections
Connecting to an AV Device
Using an HDMI or HDMI/DVI cable: HD connection (up to 720p/1080i)
Available devices: DVD, Blu-ray player, HD cable box, HD STB (Set-Top-Box) satellite receiver
✎
HDMI IN 1(DVI), 2, PC/DVI AUDIO IN
x
When using an HDMI/DVI cable connection, you must use the HDMI IN 1(DVI) 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 PC/DVI AUDIO IN jack is required for audio.
x
If an external device such as a DVD, Blu-ray player, cable box, STB satellite receiver supporting HDMI version
older than 1.3 is connected, the TV may operate abnormally (e.g. no screen display / no sound / annoying
flicker / abnormal color).
x
If there is no sound after connecting an HDMI cable, check the HDMI version of the external device. If you
suspect the version is older than 1.3, contact the provider of the device to confirm the HDMI version and
request an upgrade.
x
It 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 720p/1080i) or Audio/Video (480i only) Cable
Available devices: DVD, Blu-ray player, cable box, STB satellite receiver, VCR
✎
COMPONENT IN 1, 2 / AV IN: When connecting to AV IN, the color of the AV IN [Y/VIDEO] jack (green) will not
match the video cable (yellow).
✎
For better picture quality, the Component connection is recomended over the A/V connection.
HDMI OUT
R
W
DVI OUT
AUDIO OUT
R-AUDIO-L
(DVI)
R W
Device Device
Red White
R
B
RW
R
W
R GB
W R
W R
G
Y
Y
PR PB Y
COMPONENT OUT
AUDIO OUT
R-AUDIO-L
VIDEO OUT
AUDIO OUT
R-AUDIO-L
R W
Y
R
W
R GB
Device
Device
Red White Red Blue Green
Red White Yellow
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02 Connections
Connecting to an Audio Device
Using an Audio Cable Connection
Available devices: Digital Audio System, Amplifier, DVD home theater
✎
AUDIO OUT: Connects to the audio input jacks on your amplifier/home theater.
x
When connecting, use the appropriate connector.
x
When an audio amplifier is connected to the AUDIO OUT jacks: Decrease the volume of the TV and adjust the
volume level with the amplifier’s volume control.
Connecting to a PC
Using an HDMI/DVI Cable or a D-sub Cable
(DVI)
(DVI)
AUDIO OUT
DVI OUT
AUDIO OUT
PC OUT
R-AUDIO-L
AUDIO IN
R
W
Amplifier / DVD home theater
Red White
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Connections
Changing the Input Source
Source List
Use to select TV or an external input sources
such as a DVD / Blu-ray player / cable box /
STB satellite receiver.
MENU → Input → Source List →
ENTER
■ TV / AV / Component1 / Component2 /
PC / HDMI1/DVI / HDMI2
✎
You can only choose external
devices that are connected to the
TV. In the Source List, connected
inputs will be highlighted.
✎
In the Source List, PC is always
activated.
SOURCE
Edit Name
MENU → Input → Edit Name → ENTER
■ VCR / DVD / Cable STB / Satellite STB / PVR STB /
AV Receiver / Game / Camcorder / PC / DVI PC / DVI
Devices / TV / IPTV / Blu-ray / HD DVD / DMA: Name
the device connected to the input jacks to make your
input source selection easier.
✎
When connecting an HDMI/DVI cable to the HDMI IN
1 (DVI) port, you should set to DVI PC or DVI Devices
mode under Edit Name.
Display Modes (D-Sub and HDMI/DVI Input)
Optimal resolution
y PL42C430: 1024 X 768 @ 60Hz
y PL50C430: 1360 X 768 @ 60Hz
Mode Resolution
Horizontal
Frequency
(KHz)
Vertical
Frequency (Hz)
Pixel Clock
Frequency
(MHz)
Sync Polarity
(H / V)
PL42C430 PL50C430
IBM
640 x 350
720 x 400
31.469
31.469
70.086
70.087
25.175
28.322
+/-
-/+
MAC
640 x 480
832 x 624
35.000
49.726
66.667
74.551
30.240
57.284
-/-
-/-
VESA CVT
720 x 576
1280 x 720
35.910
56.456
59.950
74.777
32.750
95.750
-/+
-/+
VESA DMT
640 x 480
640 x 480
640 x 480
800 x 600
800 x 600
800 x 600
1024 x 768
1024 x 768
1024 x 768
1280 x 720
1360 x 768
31.469
37.500
37.861
37.879
46.875
48.077
48.363
56.476
60.023
45.000
47.712
59.940
75.000
72.809
60.317
75.000
72.188
60.004
70.069
75.029
60.000
60.015
25.175
31.500
31.500
40.000
49.500
50.000
65.000
75.000
78.750
74.250
85.500
-/-
-/-
-/+/+
+/+
+/+
-/-
-/+/+
+/+
+/+
VESA GTF
1280 x 720 52.500 70.000 89.040 -/+
✎
NOTE
x
For HDMI/DVI cable connection, you must use the HDMI IN 1(DVI) jack.
x
The interlace mode is not supported.
x
The set might operate abnormally if a non-standard video format is selected.
x
Separate and Composite modes are supported. SOG(Sync On Green) is not supported.
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03 Basic Features
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.
1
2
3
4
1 MENU button: Displays the main on-screen menu.
2 ENTER
/ 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.
1
MENU
The main menu options appear on
the screen:
Picture, Sound, Channel, Setup,
Input.
2
▲ / ▼ Select an icon with the ▲ or ▼
button.
3
ENTER
Press ENTER to access the
sub-menu.
4
▲ / ▼
Select the desired submenu with
the ▲ or ▼ button.
5
◄ / ►
Adjust the value of an item with the
◄ or ► button. The adjustment in
the OSD may differ depending on
the selected menu.
6
ENTER
Press ENTER to confirm the
selection.
7
EXIT
Press EXIT.
Channel Menu
Seeing Channels
Channel List
Using the Channel List, you can conveniently
lock or add channels.
MENU → Channel → Channel List
→ ENTER
CH LIST
Adding channels
y Move to the (
) field by pressing the ▲, ▼, ◄ or ►
button, select a channel to be added, and press the
ENTER button to add the channel.
y If you press the ENTER
button again, the symbol
next to the channel disappears and the channel is not
added.
Locking channels
This feature allows you to prevent unauthorized users, such
as children, from watching unsuitable programmes by muting
out video and audio.
✎
is active when Child Lock is selected to On.
y Move to the
field by pressing the ▲, ▼, ◄ or ►
button, select a channel to be locked, and press the
ENTER button.
✎
NOTE
x
The PIN number input screen appears. Enter
your 4 digit PIN number.
x
If you press the ENTER button again, the
symbol next to the channel disappears and the
channel lock is cancelled.
x
A blue screen is displayed when Child Lock is
activated.
x
Select On or Off in Child Lock to easily turn
the channels which selected on to be active
or inactive.
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2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
9
\
# \
c
c
c \
c
c
c
#
Channel List
Move
Enter
Page
Exit
Ch.
Air
Air
Air
Air
Air
Air
Air
Air
Air
Air
Air
Αdd Lock
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Basic Features
Memorizing channels
MENU → Channel → ENTER
Air/Cable (Air / STD / HRC / IRC)
Before your television can begin memorizing the available
channels, you must specify the type of signal source that is
connected to the TV (i.e. an Air or a Cable system).
✎
NOTE
x
When selecting the Cable TV system: STD, HRC
and IRC identify various types of cable TV systems.
Contact your local cable company to identify the
type of cable system that exists in your particular
area. At this point, the signal source has been
selected.
Auto Program
Scans for all channels with active broadcast stations and
stores them in the TV’s memory.
✎
If you want to stop Auto Programming, press the
ENTER button.
Fine Tune
If the reception is clear, you do not have to fine tune the
channel, as this is done automatically during the search and
store operation. If the signal is weak or distorted, fine tune
the channel manually. Scroll to the left or right until the image
is clear.
✎
Settings are applied to the channel your currently
watching.
✎
Fine tuned channels that have been saved are marked
with an asterisk “*” on the right-hand side of the
channel number in the channel banner.
✎
To reset the fine-tuning, select Reset.
Color System (Auto / PAL-M / PAL-N /
NTSC)
Normally the TV can receive image and sound with good
quality when in the mode auto. This mode detects the signal
color system automatically. In case of some signal reception
with color unsatisfactory, select the Color System Mode to
PAL-M, PAL-N or NTSC.
Picture Menu
Changing the Preset Picture Mode
MENU → Picture → Mode → ENTER
Mode
Select your preferred picture type.
■ Dynamic: Suitable for a bright room.
■ Standard: Suitable for a normal
environment.
■ Movie: Suitable for watching movies in
a dark room.
P.MODE
Adjusting Picture Settings
MENU → Picture → ENTER
Cell Light / Contrast / Brightness /
Sharpness / Color / Tint (G/R)
Your television has several setting options for picture quality
control.
✎
NOTE
x
When you make changes to Cell Light, Contrast,
Brightness, Sharpness, Color or Tint (G/R) the
OSD will be adjusted accordingly.
x
In PC mode, you can only make changes to Cell
Light, Contrast and Brightness.
x
Settings can be adjusted and stored for each
external device connected to the TV.
x
Lowering picture brightness reduces power
consumption.
Economical Solutions
MENU → Picture → Eco Sensor → ENTER
Eco Sensor (Off / On)
Eco Sensor detects surrounding light intensity using an
optical sensor and adjusts the screen’s brightness.
■ Eco Sensor (Off / On): Turns the sensor off or on.
✎
If you adjust the Cell Light, the Eco Sensor will
be set to Off.
■ Min Cell Light: Manually adjust the screen brightness
(0~10).
✎
If Eco Sensor is On, the display brightness
may change (become slightly darker or brighter)
depending on the surrounding light intensity.
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03 Basic Features
Changing the Picture Options
MENU → Picture → Advanced Settings →
ENTER
Advanced Settings
(Advanced Settings are available in Standard / Movie mode)
Compared to previous models, new Samsung TVs have a
more precise picture.
✎
In PC mode, you can only make changes to Gamma
and White Balance.
■ Black Tone (Off / Dark / Darker / Darkest): Select the
black level to adjust the screen depth.
■ Dynamic Contrast (Off / Low / Medium / High): Adjust
the screen contrast.
■ Gamma: Adjust the primary color intensity.
■ Color Space (Auto / Native): Adjust the range of colors
available to create the image.
■ White Balance: Adjust the color temperature for a more
natural picture.
R-Offset / G-Offset / B-Offset: Adjust each color’s (red,
green, blue) darkness.
R-Gain / G-Gain / B-Gain: Adjust each color’s (red,
green, blue) brightness.
Reset: Resets the White Balance to it’s default settings.
■ Flesh Tone: Emphasize pink “Flesh Tone.”
■ Edge Enhancement (Off / On): Emphasize object
boundaries.
Picture Options
MENU → Picture → Picture Options →
ENTER
✎
In PC mode, you can only make changes to the Color
Tone, Size and Screen Burn Protection.
■ Color Tone (Cool / Normal / Warm1 / Warm2)
✎
Warm1 or Warm2 will be deactivated when the picture
mode is Dynamic or Standard.
✎
Settings can be adjusted and stored for each external
device connected to an input on the TV.
■ Size: Your cable box/satellite receiver may have its
own set of screen sizes as well. However, we highly
recommend you use 16:9 mode most of the time.
16:9 : Sets the picture to 16:9 wide
mode.
Wide Zoom: Magnify the size of the
picture more than 4:3.
✎
Adjusts the Position by using ▲, ▼
buttons.
Zoom: Magnifies the 16:9 wide picture (in
the vertical direction) to fit the screen size.
P.SIZE
✎
Adjusts the Position or Size by using ▲, ▼ button.
4:3 : Sets the picture to basic (4:3) mode.
✎
Do not watch in 4:3 format for a long time. Traces
of borders displayed on the left, right and center
of the screen may cause image retention(screen
burn) which are not covered by the warranty.
Screen Fit: Displays the full image without any cut-off
when HDMI (720p / 1080i / 1080p) or Component
(1080i / 1080p) signals are inputted.
Picture
Sound
Channel
Setup
Input
T V
Black Tone : Off ►
Dynamic Contrast : High ►
Gamma : 0 ►
Color Space : Native ►
White Balance ►
Flesh Tone : 0 ►
Edge Enhancement : On ►
Move
Enter
Return
Advanced Settings
Picture
Sound
Channel
Setup
Input
T V
Color Tone : Cool ►
Size : 16:9 ►
Digital Noise Filter : Auto ►
HDMI Black Level : Normal ►
Film Mode : Off ►
Screen Burn Protection ►
Move
Enter
Return
Picture Options
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Basic Features
✎
NOTE
x
After selecting Screen Fit in HDMI (720p, 1080i,
1080p) or Component (1080i/1080p) may you made
need to center the picture:
1. Press the ◄ or ► button to select Position.
2. Press the ENTER
button.
3. Press the ▲, ▼, ◄ or ► button to move the
picture.
4. Press the ENTER
button.
5. Press the ◄ or ► button to select Reset.
6. Press the ENTER
button.
x
HD (High Definition): 16:9 - 1080i/1080p (1920x1080),
720p (1280x720)
x
Settings can be adjusted and stored for each
external device you have connected to an input on
the TV.
Input Source Picture Size
ATV, AV, Component (480i,
480p)
16:9, Wide Zoom,
Zoom, 4:3
Component (1080i, 1080p),
HDMI (720p, 1080i, 1080p)
16:9, Wide Zoom,
Zoom, 4:3, Screen
Fit
PC 16:9, 4:3
■ Digital Noise Filter (Off / Low / Medium / High /
Auto): If the broadcast signal received by your TV is
weak, you can activate the Digital Noise Filter feature
to reduce any static and ghosting that may appear on
the screen.
✎
When the signal is weak, try other options until the
best picture is displayed.
■ HDMI Black Level (Normal / Low): Selects the black
level on the screen to adjust the screen depth.
✎
Available only in HDMI mode.
■ Film Mode (Off / Auto): Sets the TV to automatically
sense and process film signals from all sources and
adjusts the picture for optimum quality.
✎
Available in TV, AV, COMPONENT (480i / 1080i)
and HDMI (480i / 1080i).
■ Screen Burn Protection: To reduce the possibility of
screen burn, this unit is equipped with screen burn
prevention technology. The Time setting allows you to
program the time between movement of the picture in
minutes.
Pixel Shift (Off / On): Using this function, you can
minutely move pixels on the PDP in horizontal or vertical
direction to minimize after images on the screen.
✎
Optimum condition for pixel shift
Item
TV/AV/Component/
HDMI/PC
Horizontal 0~4 4
Vertical 0~4 4
Time 1~4 min. 4 min.
✎
The Pixel Shift value may differ depending on the
TV size (inches) and mode.
✎
This function is not available in the Screen Fit
mode.
Scrolling: This function removes after-images on the
screen by moving all the pixels on the PDP according
to a pattern. Use this function when there are remaining
after-images or symbols on the screen, especially when
you displayed a still image on the screen for a long time.
✎
The after-image removal function has to be
executed for a long time (approximately 1 hour)
to effectively remove after-images on the screen.
If the after-image is not removed after performing
the function, repeat the function again.
✎
Press any key on the remote control to cancel this
feature.
Side Gray (Dark / Light): When you watch TV with the
screen ratio set to 4:3, the screen is prevented from any
damage by adjusting the white balance on both extreme
left and right sides.
Reset (OK / Cancel)
Resets your current picture mode to its default settings.
Setting up the TV with Your PC
Set the input source to PC.
MENU → Picture → ENTER
Auto Adjustment
Adjust frequency values/positions and fine tune the settings
automatically.
✎
Not available when connecting with an HDMI/DVI cable.
Screen
■ Coarse / Fine: Removes or reduces picture noise. If the
noise is not removed by Fine-tuning alone, then adjust
the frequency as best as possible (Coarse) and Finetune again. After the noise has been reduced, readjust
the picture so that it is aligned to the center of screen.
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■ PC Position: Adjust the PC’s screen positioning if it
does not fit the TV screen. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to
adjust the Vertical-Position. Press the ◄ or ► button to
adjust the Horizontal-Position.
■ Image Reset: Resets the image to default settings.
Using Your TV as a Computer (PC) Display
Setting Up Your PC Software (Based on Windows XP)
Depending on the version of Windows and the video card,
the actual screens on your PC will probably look different, but
the same basic set-up information will apply in most cases.
(If not, contact your computer manufacturer or Samsung
Dealer.)
1. Click on “Control Panel” on the Windows start menu.
2. Click on “Appearance and Themes” in the “Control
Panel” window and a display dialog-box will appear.
3. Click on “Display” and a display dialog box will appear.
4. Navigate to the “Settings” tab on the display dialog-box.
– The correct size setting (resolution)
[Optimum: PL42C430: 1024 X 768 pixels, PL50C430:
1360 X 768 pixels]
– If a vertical-frequency option exists on your display
settings dialog box, the correct value is ‘60’ or ‘60
Hz’. Otherwise, just click ‘OK’ and exit the dialog box.
Sound Menu
Changing the Preset Sound Mode
MENU → Sound → Mode → ENTER
Mode
■ Standard: Selects the normal sound mode.
■ Music: Emphasizes music over voices.
■ Movie: Provides the best sound for movies.
■ Clear Voice: Emphasizes voices over other sounds.
■ Custom: Increase the intensity of high-frequency sound
to allow a better listening experience for the hearing
impaired.
Adjusting sound settings
MENU → Sound → Equalizer → ENTER
Equalizer
Adjusts the sound mode.
■ Balance L/R: Adjusts the balance between the right and
left speaker.
■ 100Hz / 300Hz / 1KHz / 3KHz / 10KHz (Bandwidth
Adjustment): Adjusts the level of specific bandwidth
frequencies.
Sound Settings
MENU → Sound → ENTER
SRS TruSurround HD (Off / On)
SRS TruSurround HD is a patented SRS technology that
solves the problem of playing 5.1 multichannel content
over two speakers. TruSurround delivers a compelling,
virtual surround sound experience through any two-speaker
playback system, including internal television speakers. It is
fully compatible with all multichannel formats.
Multi-Track Sound (MTS)
■ Mono: Choose for channels that are broadcasting in
mono or if you are having difficulty receiving a stereo
signal.
■ Stereo: Choose for channels that are broadcasting in
stereo.
■ SAP: Choose to listen to the Separate Audio Program,
which is usually a foreign-language translation.
✎
Depending on the particular program being broadcast,
you can listen to Mono, Stereo or SAP.
Auto Volume (Off / On)
Because each broadcasting station has its own signal
conditions, the volume may fluctuate each time channel
is changed. This feature lets you automatically adjust the
volume of the desired channel by lowering the sound output
when the modulation signal is high or by raising the sound
output when the modulation signal is low.
Speaker Select (External Speaker / TV
Speaker)
A sound echo may occur due to a difference in decoding
speed between the main speaker and the audio receiver. In
this case, set the TV to External Speaker.
✎
When Speaker Select is set to External Speaker, the
volume and MUTE buttons will not operate and the
sound settings will be limited.
✎
When Speaker Select is set to External Speaker
x
TV Speaker: Off , External Speaker: On
✎
When Speaker Select is set to TV Speaker
x
TV Speaker: On , External Speaker: On
✎
If there is no video signal, both speakers will be mute.
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Setup Menu
Setting the Time
MENU → Setup → Time → ENTER
Time
■ Time: Setting the clock is for using various timer features
of the TV.
The current time will appear every time you press
the INFO button.
✎
If you disconnect the power cord, you have to set
the clock again.
Clock Set: Set the Month, Day, Year, Hour, Minute
and am/pm manually.
✎
You can set the Month, Day, Year, Hour and
Minute directly by pressing the number buttons
on the remote control.
Using the Sleep Timer
MENU → Setup → Time → Sleep Timer →
ENTER
■ Sleep Timer
: Automatically shuts down the
TV after a preset period of time. (30, 60, 90, 120, 150
and 180 minutes).
✎
To cancel the Sleep Timer, select Off.
Setting the On / Off Timer
MENU → Setup → Time → Timer 1 →
ENTER
■ Timer 1 / Timer 2 / Timer 3: Three different on / off
timer settings can be made.
✎
You must set the clock first.
On Time / Off Time: Set the hour, minute, and activate
/ inactivate. (To activate the timer with the setting you’ve
chosen, set to Activate.)
Repeat: Select Once, Everyday, Mon~Fri, Mon~Sat
or Sat~Sun.
Volume: Set the desired volume level.
Channel: Select the desired channel.
✎
Auto Power Off (available only when the TV is turned
on by the Timer): The TV will be automatically turned off
after 3 hours of being left idle to prevent overheating.
Locking Programs
MENU → Setup → ENTER
Child Lock (Off / On)
Lock channels in Channel List, to prevent unauthorized
users,such as children, from watching unsuitable
programme.
✎
Available only when the Setup source is set to TV.
✎
The PIN input screen appears before the setup screen.
Enter your 4-digit PIN, the default of which is “0-0-0-0.”
✎
Change the PIN using the Change PIN option.
Change PIN
Change your personal ID number required to set up the TV.
✎
If you forget the PIN code, press the remote control
buttons in the following sequence, which resets the PIN
to “0-0-0-0”: POWER (Off) → MUTE → 8 → 2 → 4 →
POWER (On).
Other Features
MENU → Setup → ENTER
Language
Set the menu language.
1. Select Language and press the ENTER
button.
2. Choose desired language and press the ENTER
button.
Caption
(On-Screen Text Messages)
The Caption function operates when watching regular analog
channels or when you have an analog external component
(such as a VCR) connected.
Picture
Sound
Channel
Setup
Input
T V
:
00
am
00
▲
▼
:
00
am
00
10 03
On Time
Off Time
Repeat
Inactivate
Inactivate
Once
Channel
Air
Volume
Move
Adjust
Return
Timer 1
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■ Caption (Off / On): You can switch the caption function
on or off. If captions are not available, they will not be
displayed on the screen.
✎
The Caption feature doesn’t work in Component,
HDMI or PC modes.
■ Mode (Caption / Text): You can select the desired
caption mode.
■ Channel / Field
✎
Depending on the particular broadcast, it might be
necessary to alter the settings to Channel and Field.
✎
Different channels and fields display different
information: Field 2 carries additional information that
supplements the
✎
information in Field 1. (For example, Channel 1 may
have subtitles in English, while Channel 2 has subtitles
in Spanish)
Game Mode (Off / On)
When connecting to a game console such as PlayStation™
or Xbox™, you can enjoy a more realistic gaming experience
by selecting the game mode.
✎
NOTE
x
Precautions and limitations for game mode.
– To disconnect the game console and connect
another external device, set Game Mode to Off in
the setup menu.
– If you display the TV menu in Game Mode, the
screen shakes slightly.
x
Game Mode is not available when the input source
is set to TV or PC.
x
After connecting the game console, set Game Mode
to On to prevent poor picture quality.
x
If Game Mode is On: Picture mode is set to
Standard and Sound mode is set to Movie.
x
Selecting Reset after adjusting the equalizer returns
the equalizer to its default settings.
Melody (Off / Low / Medium / High)
Set so that a melody plays when the TV is turned on or off.
✎
The Melody does not play.
x
When no sound is output from the TV because the
MUTE button has been pressed.
x
When no sound is output from the TV because the
volume has been reduced to minimum with the VOL
– button.
x
When the TV is turned off by Sleep Timer function.
Energy Saving (Off / Low / Medium /
High)
This adjusts the brightness of the TV in order to reduce
power consumption. When watching TV at night, set the
Energy Saving to High to reduce eye fatigue as well as
power consumption.
AV Color System (Auto / PAL-M / PAL-N
/ NTSC)
You can set the color encoding standards for external signal
inputs. Normally the TV can receive image and sound with
good quality in Auto mode. This mode detects the color
signal sources automatically. If the color implementation is
unsatisfactory, select any of PAL-M, PAL-N or NTSC.
✎
This function is available only in AV mode.
Picture In Picture (PIP)
PIP
You can watch the TV tuner and one external video source
simultaneously. PIP (Picture-in-Picture) does not function in
the same mode.
MENU → Setup → PIP → ENTER
✎
NOTE
x
For PIP sound, refer to the Sound Select
instructions.
x
If you turn the TV off while watching in PIP mode, the
PIP window will disappear.
x
You may notice that the picture in the PIP window
becomes slightly unnatural when you use the main
screen to view a game or karaoke.
x
PIP Settings
Main picture Sub picture
Component, HDMI1/DVI,
HDMI2, PC
TV, AV
■ PIP (Off / On): Activate or deactivate the PIP function.
■ Source (TV / AV): You can select a source of the sub-
picture.
■ Size (
/ / ): Select a size for the sub-picture.
✎
This function is available in HDMI mode.
■ Position (
/ / / ): Select a position for the
sub-picture.
✎
In Double (, ) mode, Position cannot be
selected.
■ Channel: Select the channel for the sub-screen.
■ Sound Select (Main / Sub): You can choose the
desired sound (Main / Sub) in the PIP mode.
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