SAMSUNG PN50C540, PN50C550, PN50C590, PN58C540, PN58C550G1F User Manual

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

www.samsung.com/register

Model _____________ Serial No. _____________

BN68-02580B-02

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.

✎

Wide screen format PDP Displays (16:9, the aspect ratio of the screen width to height) are primarily designed to view wide screen format full-motion 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 side-bars on no expanded 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 PDP Displays that leave subtle, but permanent burned-in ghost images in the PDP picture. To avoid this, vary the programming and images, and primarily display full screen moving images, not stationary patterns or dark bars. On PDP 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 PDP 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

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

Getting Started

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

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

y Install the Stand ........................................................ 5

y Viewing the Control Panel .........................................6

y Viewing the Remote Control ...................................... 7

y Connecting to an Antenna ........................................ 9

y Plug & Play (Initial Setup) ...........................................9

Connections

y Connecting to an AV Device .................................... 10

y Connecting to an Audio Device ............................... 11

y Connecting to a PC ................................................ 12

y Changing the Input Source ..................................... 14

Basic Features

y How to Navigate Menus .......................................... 14

y Channel Menu ........................................................ 15

Seeing Channels 15 Using Favorite Channels 15 Memorizing channels 15 Editing Channels 16 Other Features 16

y Picture Menu .......................................................... 17

Changing the Preset Picture Mode 17 Adjusting Picture Settings 17 Economical Solutions 17 Changing the Picture Options 18 Setting up the TV with Your PC 20

y Sound Menu ........................................................... 21

Changing the Preset Sound Mode 21 Adjusting Sound Settings 21 Sound Settings 21

y Setup Menu ............................................................ 22

Setting the Time 22 Using the Sleep Timer 22 Setting the On / Off Timer 22 Locking Programs 23 Other Features 24 Picture In Picture (PIP) 26

y Support Menu ......................................................... 26

Advanced Features

y Network Connection ............................................... 28

Connecting to a Wired Network 28 Connecting to a Wireless Network 30

y Media Play .............................................................. 33

Connecting a USB Device 33 Connecting to your PC through a network 33 Screen Display 35 Playing Multiple Files 38 Media Play - Additional Functions 38

y Anynet+ .................................................................. 40

Setting Up Anynet+ 41 Switching between Anynet+ Devices 41 Recording 42 Listening through a Receiver 42 Troubleshooting for Anynet+ 43

y AllShare ..................................................................44

About AllShare 44 Setting Up AllShare 44

Other Information

y Installing the Wall Mount ......................................... 46

y Assembling the Cables ........................................... 47

y Securing the Installation Space ............................... 47

y Securing the TV to the Wall ..................................... 48

y Troubleshooting ...................................................... 49

y Speciﬁcations ......................................................... 52

y License ................................................................... 52

y Dimensions ............................................................. 53

y Index ...................................................................... 54

ENGLISH



TOOLS

This function can be used by pressing the

TOOLS button on the remote control.

Check the Symbol!

Note

Indicates additional information.

Step by Step Guide

Check here for instructions on how to open

the relevant submenu within the OSD (on

screen display).

English

Getting Started

List of Features

y Excellent Digital Interface & Networking never put a space before punctuation: With a built-in HD digital tuner,

nonsubscription HD broadcasts can be viewed without a cable box / STB (Set-Top-Box) satellite receiver.

y Media Play: Allows you to play music ﬁles, pictures, and movies saved on a USB device (p. 33). y AllShare: AllShare connects your TV and compatible Samsung mobile phones/devices through a network (p. 44). y Self Diagnosis: You can check to make sure picture and sound operate normally (p. 26).

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 (PN50C540, PN58540: BN59-00996A)

(PN50C550, PN50C590, PN58C550, PN58C590: BN59-01041A)

& Batteries (AAA x 2) y Owner’s Instructions y Warranty Card / Safety Guide / Quick Setup Guide

Blanking Bracket (BN63-06475A: PN50C540, PN50C550, PN50C590) / (BN63-06476A: PN58C540, PN58C550, PN58C590 )

y Cleaning Cloth (BN63-01798B) y Power Cord

M4 X L16

TV-Holder & Screw (M4)

(BN68-01788A)

Cable Tie

(BN61-05596A)

✎

Ferrite Core for Power Cord: The ferrite cores are used to shield the cables from interference. When connecting a cable, open the ferrite core and clip it around the cable near the plug as shown in the figure.

A (Distance between the ferrite core and one end of the cord put into the TV set): below

50mm B (Distance between the ferrite core and the other end of the cord put into the outlet): below

20mm

Ferrite Core for Power Cord (2EA)

(3301-002049)

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Input Cables (Sold Separately)

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

Install the Stand

50 inches model only

See separate guide for installing the stand.

01 Getting Started

Stand (1EA) Guide Stand (1EA) Screws (9EA)

Follow the steps below to connect the TV to the stand.

Screws (M4 X L12)

Guide Stand

Stand

Screws (M4 X L12)

Rear

1. Connect the Guide Stand to the Stand using ﬁve screws (M4 X L12) as shown.

Top view

Front

Rear

(M4 X L12)

2. With your TV upright, connect the TV to the Stand as

shown.

✎

NOTE

Make sure to distinguish between the front and back of the Stand and Guide Stand when assembling them.

Make sure that at least two persons lift and move the PDP TV.

Stand the product up and fasten the screws. If you fasten the screws with the PDP TV placed down, it may lean to

one side.

3. Fasten two screws (M4 X L12) at position 1, and then

fasten the screws (M4 X L12) at position 2.

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Getting Started

Viewing the Control Panel

✎

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

Power Indicator

Speakers

SOURCE

MENU Displays an on-screen menu, the OSD (on screen display) of your TV’s features.





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



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.



(Power)

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.

Adjusts the volume. In the OSD, use the and ► buttons on the remote control.

Changes the channels. In the OSD, use the ▼ and ▲ buttons on the remote control.

Turns the TV on or off.

Remote control sensor



buttons as you would use the ◄



buttons as you would use the

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Viewing the Remote Control

✎

This is a special remote control for the visually impaired and has Braille points on the Power, Channel and Volume buttons.

PN50C550 / PN50C590 / PN58C550 / PN58C590

01 Getting Started

Turns the TV on and off .

Displays and selects the available video

sources (p. 14).

Press to directly access channels.

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”.

Adjusts the volume.

Brings up the OSD.

Displays Media Play (USB) (p. 33).

Quickly select frequently used functions.

Returns to the previous menu.

Buttons used in the Channel list, Media

Play (USB) menu, etc.

Use these buttons in Media Play (USB)

and Anynet+ (HDMI-CEC) modes

(p. 33, 40). (: Controls recording

for Samsung recorders that have the

Anynet+ feature

POWER

SOURCE

CH LIST

MEDIA.P

TOOLS

RETURN

A B C D

S.MODE

P.MODE

SLEEP

P.SIZE

ON/OFF

PRE-CH

FAV.CH

INFO

EXIT

MTS

Turns the remote control light on or off. When on, the buttons become illuminated for a moment when pressed. (Using the remote control with this button set to on will reduce the battery usage time.)

Returns to the previous channel.

Cuts off the sound temporarily.

Changes channels.

Displays the channel list on the screen (p. 15). Displays Favorite Channel Lists on the screen (p. 15).

Displays information on the TV screen.

Selects the on-screen menu items and changes the values seen on the menu.

Exits the menu.

S.MODE: Press to select the sound

mode (p. 21).

SLEEP: Automatically shuts off the TV

at a preset time. (p. 22).

MTS: Press to choose stereo, mono

or Separate Audio Program (SAP broadcast) (p. 21).

P.MODE: Press to select the picture

mode (p. 17).

P.SIZE: Selects the picture size (p. 19). CC: Controls the caption decoder (p.

24).

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Getting Started

PN50C540 / PN58C540

Turns the TV on and off.

Press to directly access channels.

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”.

Adjusts the volume.

Brings up the OSD.

Displays Media Play (USB) (p. 33).

Quickly select frequently used functions.

Returns to the previous menu.

Buttons used in the Channel list, Media

Play (USB) menu, etc.

Use these buttons in Media Play (USB)

and Anynet+ (HDMI-CEC) modes

(p. 33, 40). (: Controls recording

for Samsung recorders that have the

Anynet+ feature

POWER

HDMI

MUTE

CH LIST

MEDIA.P

TOOLS

RETURN

A B C D

S.MODE

SLEEP

P.MODE P.SIZE

SOURCE

PRE-CH

FAV.CH

INFO

EXIT

MTS

Displays and selects the available video sources (p. 14).

Selects the HDMI mode directly.

Returns to the previous channel.

Cuts off the sound temporarily.

Changes channels.

Displays the channel list on the screen (p. 15). Displays Favorite Channel Lists on the screen (p. 15).

Displays information on the TV screen.

Selects the on-screen menu items and changes the values seen on the menu.

Exits the menu.

S.MODE: Press to select the sound

mode (p. 21).

SLEEP: Automatically shuts off the TV at

a preset time. (p. 22).

MTS: Press to choose stereo, mono

or Separate Audio Program (SAP broadcast) (p. 21).

P.MODE: Press to select the picture

mode (p. 17).

P.SIZE: Selects the picture size (p. 19). CC: Controls the caption decoder (p. 24).

Installing batteries (Battery size: AAA)

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✎

NOTE

Use the remote control within 23 feet from the 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.

Connecting to an Antenna

POWER

INFO GUIDE

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

✎

Connecting the power cord and antenna.

Antenna Cable (Not Supplied)

01 Getting Started

VHF/UHF Antenna

Power Input

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.

Selecting a language

Selecting Store Demo

or Home Use

Selecting an antenna

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

Press the ◄ or ► button, then press the ENTER

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.

Press the ▲ or ▼ button, then press the ENTER



button.



button.



button. Select Air, Cable or Auto.

Cable

ANT OUT

Selecting a channel

Setting the Clock

Mode

Viewing the HD

Connection Guide. Enjoy your TV.

Press the ▲ or ▼ button, then press the ENTER to memorize. When setting the antenna source to Cable, a step appears allowing you to assign numerical values (channel frequencies) to the channels. For more information, refer to Channel → Auto Program (p. 15).

✎

Press the ENTER button at any time to interrupt the memorization process.

Set the Clock Mode automatically or manually.

y Auto: Allows you to select DST (Daylight Saving Time) mode and time zone y Manual: Allows you to manually set the current date and time (p. 22).

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

Press the ENTER



button.



button. Select the channel source

If You Want to Reset This Feature...



→ Setup → Plug & Play → ENTER



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Connections

Connecting to an AV Device

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

Available devices: DVD, Blu-ray player, HD cable box, HD STB (Set-Top-Box) satellite receiver.

PN50C540 / PN58C540

Red White

HDMI Cable (Not Supplied)

Device Device

HDMI OUT

HDMI to DVI Cable (Not Supplied)

Audio Cable (Not Supplied)

DVI OUT

AUDIO OUT

R-AUDIO-L

PN50C550 / PN50C590 / PN58C550 / PN58C590

Red White

✎

HDMI IN 1(DVI), 2, 3, 4, PC/DVI AUDIO IN

When using an HDMI/DVI cable connection, you must use the HDMI IN 1(DVI) jack for video. A DVD, Blu-ray

HDMI Cable (Not Supplied)

HDMI to DVI Cable (Not Supplied)

Audio Cable (Not Supplied)

Device

HDMI OUT

Device

DVI OUT

AUDIO OUT

R-AUDIO-L

player, HD cable box, HD 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.

If an external device such as a DVD / Blu-ray player / cable box / STB satellite receiver supporting HDMI

versions older than 1.3 is connected, the TV may operate abnormally (e.g. no screen display / no sound / annoying flicker / abnormal color).

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.

It is recommended you purchase an HDMI-certified cable. Otherwise, the screen may appear blank or a

connection error may occur.

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



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

White

R GB

Red

Blue Green

Red

R W

Red White Yellow

02 Connections

Audio Cable (Not Supplied) Component Cable

Device

✎

COMPONENT IN 1, 2 / AV IN 1: When connecting to AV IN 1, the color of the AV IN 1 [Y/VIDEO] jack (green)

AUDIO OUT

R-AUDIO-L

R GB

R B G

COMPONENT OUT

PR PB Y

(Not Supplied)

Device

Audio Cable

(Not Supplied)

AUDIO OUT

R-AUDIO-L

VIDEO OUT

will not match the video cable (yellow).

✎

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

Connecting to an Audio Device

Using an Optical Cable (Digital) or Audio (Analog) Cable Connection

Available devices: Digital Audio System, Ampliﬁer, DVD home theater

Digital Audio System

Ampliﬁer / DVD home

Red White

Optical Cable (Not Supplied)

Audio Cable (Not Supplied)

OPTICAL

AUDIO IN

R-AUDIO-L

Video Cable

(Not Supplied)

theater

✎

DIGITAL AUDIO OUT (OPTICAL)

When a Digital Audio System is connected to the DIGITAL AUDIO OUT (OPTICAL) jack, decrease the volume

of both the TV and the system.

5.1 CH (channel) audio is available when the TV is connected to an external device supporting 5.1 CH.

When the receiver (home theater) is set to on, you can hear sound output from the TV’s optical jack. When the

TV is receiving a DTV signal, the TV will send 5.1 CH sound to the home theater receiver. When the source is a digital component such as a DVD / Blu-ray player / cable box / STB (Set-Top-Box) satellite receiver and is connected to the TV via HDMI, only 2 CH audio will be heard from the home theater receiver. If you want to hear 5.1 CH audio, connect the digital audio out jack from your DVD / Blu-ray player / cable box / STB satellite receiver directly to an amplifier or home theater.

✎

AUDIO OUT: Connects to the audio input jacks on your amplifier/DVD home theater.

When connecting, use the appropriate connector.

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.

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Connections

Using an EX-Link Cable Connection

Available Devices: External devices that support EX-Link

EX-LINK: Connector for service only.

Connecting to a PC

Using an HDMI/DVI cable or a D-sub cable

PN50C540 / PN58C540

Audio Cable (Not Supplied)

AUDIO OUT

DVI OUT

HDMI to DVI Cable (Not Supplied)

PN50C550 / PN50C590 / PN58C550 / PN58C590

D-Sub Cable (Not Supplied)

Audio Cable (Not Supplied)

HDMI to DVI Cable (Not Supplied)

D-Sub Cable (Not Supplied)

Audio Cable (Not Supplied)

PC OUT

AUDIO OUT

DVI OUT

PC OUT

AUDIO OUT

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Display Modes (D-Sub and HDMI/DVI Input)

Optimal resolution is 1920 X 1080 @ 60 Hz.

Mode Resolution

IBM

MAC

VESA CVT

VESA DMT

VESA GTF

VESA DMT / DTV CEA

640 x 350 720 x 400

640 x 480 832 x 624

1152 x 870

720 x 576 1152 x 864 1280 x 720 1280 x 960

640 x 480

800 x 600

800 x 600 1024 x 768 1024 x 768 1024 x 768 1152 x 864

1280 x 1024 1280 x 1024

1280 x 720 1280 x 800 1280 x 800 1280 x 960 1360 x 768 1440 x 900 1440 x 900

1680 x 1050

1280 x 720

1280 x 1024

1920 x 1080p 67.500 60.000 148.500 +/+

Horizontal Frequency

(KHz)

31.469

35.000

49.726

68.681

35.910

53.783

56.456

75.231

31.469

37.861

37.500

37.879

48.077

46.875

48.363

56.476

60.023

67.500

63.981

79.976

45.000

49.702

62.795

60.000

47.712

55.935

70.635

65.290

52.500

74.620

Vertical Frequency

(Hz)

70.086

70.087

66.667

74.551

75.062

59.950

59.959

74.777

74.857

59.940

72.809

75.000

60.317

72.188

75.000

60.004

70.069

75.029

75.000

60.020

75.025

60.000

59.810

74.934

60.000

60.015

59.887

74.984

59.954

70.000

Pixel Clock Frequency

(MHz)

25.175

28.322

30.240

57.284

100.000

32.750

81.750

95.750

130.000

25.175

31.500

40.000

50.000

49.500

65.000

75.000

78.750

108.000

135.000

74.250

83.500

106.500

108.000

85.500

106.500

136.750

146.250

89.040

128.943

02 Connections

Sync Polarity

(H / V)

+/-

-/+

-/-

-/+

-/-

-/+/+ +/+ +/+

-/-

-/+/+ +/+ +/+ +/+ +/+

-/+

-/+ +/+ +/+

-/+

-/-

✎

NOTE

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

The interlace mode is not supported.

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

Separate and Composite modes are supported. SOG(Sync On Green) is not supported.

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Connections

SOURCE

POWER

POWERPOWER

OURC

ON/OFF

RE-CH

MEDIA.P

H LIST

RETURN

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 / PC / AV1 / AV2 / Component1 / Component2 / HDMI1/DVI / HDMI2 / HDMI3 / USB (PN50C540 / PN58C540)

■ TV / PC / AV1 / AV2 / Component1 / Component2 / HDMI1/DVI / HDMI2 / HDMI3 / HDMI4 / USB (PN50C550 / PN50C590 / PN58C550 / PN58C590)

✎

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.

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.

TOOL

1 MENU button: Displays the main on-screen menu. 2 ENTER

select an item. Conﬁrm the setting.

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

RETURN



/ Direction button: Move the cursor and

FAV.

INF

EXIT

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 a PC with a resolution of 1920 x 1080 @ 60Hz is connected to the HDMI IN 1(DVI) port, you should set to DVI PC mode under Edit Name.

✎

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.

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 ENTER 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 ENTER to conﬁrm the selection.

Press EXIT.

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Channel Menu

 Seeing Channels

Channel List

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



MENU → Channel → Channel List

→ ENTER

Select a channel in the All Channels, Added Channels, Favorite or Programmed

screen by pressing the ▲ / ▼ and ENTER buttons. Then you can watch the selected channel.

Added Channels

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6 Air 6-1 * TV #6

7 Air

8 Air 9 Air

9-1 * TV #9 10 Air

10-1 * TV #10 11-1 * TV #11

Air Antenna B Zoom Select  Page

All Channels: Shows all currently available

■ channels.

Added Channels: Shows all added channels.

■

Favorite: Shows all favorite channels.

■

Programmed: Shows all currently reserved

programs.

✎

Using the color buttons with the Channel List

Red (Antenna): Switches to Air or Cable.

Green (Zoom): Enlarges or shrinks a channel

number.

Yellow (Select): Selects multiple channel lists.

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



mark appears to the left of the selected channels.



(Page): Move to next or previous page.



(Tools): Displays the Channel List option menu.

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

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CH LIST

Tools

Channel Status Display Icons

Icons Operations



A channel selected. A channel set as a Favorite.



A reserved Program.



 Using Favorite Channels



MENU → Channel → Channel List → ENTER



Add to Favorite / Delete from Favorite



Set channels you watch frequently as Favorites.

1. Select a channel and press the TOOLS button.

2. Add or delete a channel using the Add to Favorite or Delete from Favorite menu respectively.

Added Channels

Air Antenna B Zoom Select  Page

To show all Favorite channels, click on the button shown on the rignt.

6 Air 6-1 * TV #6

7 Air

8 Air 9 Air

9-1 * TV #9 10 Air

10-1 * TV #10 11-1 * TV #11

Delete Add to Favorite

Timer Viewing Channel Name Edit Select All

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Tools

FAV.CH

 Memorizing channels



MENU → Channel → ENTER



Antenna (Air / Cable)

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).

03 Basic Features

Auto Program

■ Air: Air antenna signal.

■ Cable: Cable antenna signal.

■ Auto: Air and Cable antenna.

English

Basic Features

■ NOTE 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.

After all the available channels are stored, it starts

to remove scrambled channels. The Auto program menu then reappears.

 Editing Channels



MENU → Channel → Channel List → ENTER

Channel Name Edit

1. Select a channel and press the TOOLS button.

2. Edit the channel name using the Channel Name Edit

menu.

■ Channel Name Edit (analog channels only): Assign your

own channel name.



 Other Features



MENU → Channel → ENTER



Clear Scrambled Channel

This function is used to ﬁlter out scrambled channels after Auto Program is completed. This process may take up to 20~30 minutes.

How to Stop Searching Scrambled Channels

1. Press the ENTER

2. Press the ◄ button to select Yes.

3. Press the ENTER

✎

This function is only available in Cable mode.



button to select Stop.



button.

Channel List

Channel List Option Menu Set each channel using the Channel List menu options (Add

/ Delete, Timer Viewing, Select All / Deselect All). Option

menu items may differ depending on the channel status.

1. Select a channel and press the TOOLS button.

2. Select a function and change its settings.

■ Add / Delete: Delete or add a channel to display the

channels you want.

✎

NOTE

All deleted channels will be shown on the All

Channels menu. A gray-colored channel indicates the channel

has been deleted. The Add menu only appears for deleted

channels. Delete a channel from the Added Channels or

Favorite menu in the same manner.

■ Timer Viewing: You can set a desired channel to be

displayed automatically at the reserved time. Set the current time ﬁrst to use this function.

1. Press the ◄ / ► / ▲ / ▼ buttons to select the desired channel in Channel List.

2. Press the TOOLS button, then select Timer Viewing.

3. Scroll up or down to adjust the settings in the box,

or use the numeric buttons on your remote for entering the date and time.

✎

If you selected Once, Every Week, or Every Day in Repeat, you can enter the date you want.

4. Select OK, then press the ENTER done.

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button when

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✎

NOTE

Only memorized channels can be reserved.

Reserved programs will be displayed in the

Programmed menu. When a digital channel is selected, press the ►

button to view the digital program.

■ Select All: Select all the channels in the channel list.

■ Deselect All: Deselect all the selected channels.

✎

You can only select Deselect All when one or more channels are selected.

Programmed

(in Channel List) You can view, modify or delete a show you have reserved

to watch. Programmed timer viewing is displayed here. Highlight a program and press the TOOLS button to display Options.

■ Change Info: Change a show you have reserved to

watch. Begin with step 3 of “Timer Viewing,” above.

■ Cancel Schedules: Cancel a show you have reserved

to watch.

✎

This deletes the highlighted or selected program(s).

■ Information: Display a show you have reserved

to watch. (You can also change the reservation Information.)

✎

Alternatively, you can view Information by highlighting a program and pressing the

ENTER button.

■ Select All / Deselect All: Select or deselect all reserved

programs.

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.

 Adjusting Picture Settings



MENU → Picture → ENTER



P.MODE

Cell Light / Contrast / Brightness / Sharpness / Color / Tint (G/R)

Your television has several setting options for picture quality control.

✎

NOTE

When you make changes to Cell Light, Contrast,

Brightness, Sharpness, Color or Tint (G/R) the OSD will be adjusted accordingly.

In PC mode, you can only make changes to

Cell Light, Contrast and Brightness. Settings can be adjusted and stored for each

external device connected to the TV.

03 Basic Features

Fine Tune

(analog channels only) 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.

 Economical Solutions



MENU → Picture → Eco Solution → ENTER

Eco Solution

■ Energy Saving (Off / Low / Medium / High / Picture Off): This adjusts the brightness of the TV in order to

reduce power consumption. If you select Picture Off, the screen is turned off, but the sound remains on. Press any button to turn on the screen again. Until the screen turns on again, a distorted picture will be displayed for about 4 seconds.

English



Basic Features

■ Eco Sensor (Off / On): To enhance your power savings;

the picture settings will automatically adapt to the light in the room.

✎

If you adjust the Cell Light, the Eco Sensor will be set to Off.

Min Cell Light: When Eco sensor is On, the minimum screen brightness can be adjusted manually.

✎

If Eco Sensor is On, the display brightness may change (become slightly darker or brighter) depending on the surrounding light intensity.

■ No Signal Power Off (Off / 15 min. / 30 min. / 60 min.): To avoid unnecessary energy consumption, set how long you want the TV to remain on if it's not receiving a signal.

✎

Disabled when the PC is in power saving mode.

 Changing the Picture Options

Advanced Settings



MENU → Picture → Advanced Settings → ENTER



(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 Dynamic Contrast, Gamma and White Balance.

Advanced Settings

Black Tone : Off ► Dynamic Contrast : Medium Gamma : 0 RGB Only Mode : Off Color Space : Native White Balance Flesh Tone : 0

▼

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Move

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Enter

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Return

■ 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.

Picture Options

Color Tone : Normal ► Size : 16:9 Digital Noise Filter : Auto MPEG Noise Filter : Auto

HDMI Black Level : Normal

Film Mode : Off Screen Burn Protection

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Move

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Enter

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Return

■ Color Tone (Cool / Normal / Warm1 / Warm2)

✎

Warm1 or Warm2 will be deactivated when the picture mode is Dynamic.

✎

Settings can be adjusted and stored for each external device connected to an input on the TV.

■ 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.

■ RGB Only Mode (Off / Red / Green / Blue): Displays the Red, Green and Blue color for making ﬁne adjustments to the hue and saturation.

English

■ 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. Zoom1: Use for moderate magniﬁcation. Zoom2: Use for a stronger magniﬁcation. Wide Fit: Enlarges the aspect ratio of the picture to ﬁt

the entire screen.

✎

Available for HD 1080i / 720p signal in 16:9 mode.

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.

✎

NOTE

After selecting Zoom1, Zoom2 or Wide Fit:

1. Press the ► button to select Position.

2. Press the ENTER

3. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to move the picture up

or down.

4. Press the ENTER

5. Press the ► button to select Reset.

6. Press the ENTER

to its default position.

After selecting Screen Fit in HDMI (1080i/1080p) or

Component (1080i/1080p) mode, you made need to center the picture:

1. Press the ◄ or ► button to select Position.

2. Press the ENTER

3. Press the ▲, ▼, ◄ or ► button to move the

picture.

4. Press the ENTER

5. Press the ◄ or ► button to select Reset.

6. Press the ENTER

HD (High Definition): 16:9 - 1080i/1080p (1920x1080),

720p (1280x720)

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button.

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button.



button to reset the picture

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button.

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button.

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button.

P.SIZE

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) DTV(1080i), Component (1080i, 1080p), HDMI (720p, 1080i, 1080p) PC 16:9, 4:3

■ Digital Noise Filter (Off / Low / Medium / High / Auto / Auto Visualization): 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.

Auto Visualization: When changing analog channels, displays the intensity of the current signal and deﬁnes the screen noise ﬁlter.

✎

Only available for analog channels.

✎

When bar is green, is that the best possible signal.

■ MPEG Noise Filter (Off / Low / Medium / High / Auto): Reduces MPEG noise to provide improved picture quality.

■ 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 / Auto1 / Auto2 / Cinema Smooth): 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).

✎

Cinema Smooth mode is available in PN50C590/ PN58C590 model only.

■ 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.

16:9, Zoom1, Zoom2, 4:3

16:9, 4:3, Wide Fit, Screen Fit

03 Basic Features

English

Basic Features

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

Horizontal 0~4 4

Vertical 0~4 4

Time (minute) 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.

Auto Protection Time (10 min. / 20 min. / 40 min. / 1 hour / Off): Set the time the screen remains idle with a

still image until the screen saver is activated. The Screen Saver prevents the formation of ghost images on the screen.

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 (Light / Dark): 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.

TV/AV/Component/

HDMI/PC

Picture 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.

■ 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.

y The correct size setting (resolution) [Optimum: 1920 X

1080 pixels]

y 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.

English

Sound Menu

 Changing the Preset Sound Mode



MENU → Sound → Mode →ENTER



Dialog Clarity (Off / On)

03 Basic Features

(standard sound mode only) This function allows you to increase the intensity of a voice

over background music or sound effects so that dialog can be heard more clearly.

Mode

(standard sound mode only)

■ 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.

■ Amplify: Increase the intensity of high-

frequency sound to allow a better listening experience for the hearing impaired.

S.MODE

 Adjusting Sound Settings



MENU → Sound → Equalizer →ENTER



Equalizer

Adjusts the sound mode (standard sound mode only).

■ 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.

■ Reset: Resets the equalizer to its default settings.

 Sound Settings



MENU → Sound → ENTER



Virtual Surround (Off / On)

(standard sound mode only) This function provides a virtual 5.1 channel surround sound

experience through a pair of speakers or headphones using HRTF (Head Related Transfer Function) technology.

Preferred Language

(digital channels only) Digital-TV broadcasts are capable of

simultaneous transmission of many audio tracks (for example, simultaneous translations of the program into foreign languages).

✎

You can only select a language among the ones being broadcasted.

MTS

Multi-Track Sound (MTS)

(analog channels only)

■ 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.

MTS

Auto Volume (Off / Normal / Night)

To equalize the volume level on each channel, set to Normal.

■ Night: This mode provides an improved sound experience compared to Normal mode, making almost no noise. It is useful at night.

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

TV Speaker: Off, External Speaker: On

English

Basic Features

✎

When Speaker Select is set to TV Speaker

TV Speaker: On, External Speaker: On

✎

If there is no video signal, both speakers will be mute.

SPDIF Output

SPDIF (Sony Philips Digital Interface) is used to provide digital sound, reducing interference going to speakers and various digital devices such as an A/V Receiver/Home theater.

■ Audio Format: During the reception of a digital TV

broadcast, you can select the Digital Audio output (SPDIF) format from the options PCM or Dolby Digital.

■ Audio Delay: Correct audio-video sync problems, when

watching TV or video, and when listening to digital audio output using an external device such as an AV receiver (0ms ~ 250ms).

Sound Reset (OK / Cancel)

Reset all sound settings to the factory defaults.

Setup Menu

 Setting the Time



MENU → Setup → Time → ENTER



− Manual: Set the current time manually.

✎

Depending on the broadcast station and signal, the auto time set up may not be correct. In this case, set the time manually.

Clock Set: Set the Month, Day, Year, Hour, Minute and am/pm manually.

✎

Available only when Clock Mode is set to Manual.

✎

You can set the Month, Day, Year, Hour, and Minute directly by pressing the number buttons on the remote control.

DST (Daylight Saving Time) (Off / On): Switches the Daylight Saving Time function on or off.

✎

This function is only available when the Clock

Mode is set to Auto.

Time Zone: Select your time zone.

✎

This function is only available when the Clock

Mode is set to Auto.

 Using the Sleep Timer



MENU → Setup → Time → Sleep Timer → ENTER



■ Sleep Timer: Automatically shuts off the TV after a preset period of time (30, 60, 90, 120, 150 and 180 minutes).

✎

To cancel the Sleep Timer, select Off.

SLEEP

Time

■ Clock: 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 Mode (Auto / Manual)

− Auto: Set the current time automatically using the

time from a digital channel.

✎

The antenna must be connected in order to set the time automatically.

English

 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.

Timer 1

On Time

▲

Inactivate

▼

Off Time

Inactivate

Volume

10 TV Cable 1

Repeat

Once

00 am

Source Antenna Channel

Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat

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Move

00 am

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Enter

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Return

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On Time / Off Time: Set the hour, minute, and activate / inactivate. (To activate the timer with the setting you’ve chosen, set to Activate.)

Volume: Set the desired volume level. Source: Select TV or USB content to be played when

the TV is turned on automatically. (USB can be selected only when a USB device is connected to the TV)

Antenna (when the Source is set to TV): Select Air or Cable.

Channel (when the Source is set to TV): Select the

desired channel. Contents (when the Source is set to USB): Select a

folder in the USB device containing music or photo ﬁles to be played when the TV is turned on automatically.

✎

NOTE

If there is no music file on the USB device or the

folder containing a music file is not selected, the Timer function does not operate correctly.

When there is only one photo file in the USB,

the Slide Show will not play. If a folder name is too long, the folder cannot be

selected. Each USB you use is assigned its own folder.

When using more than one of the same type of USB, make sure the folders assigned to each USB have different names.

Repeat: Select Once, Everyday, Mon~Fri, Mon~Sat, Sat~Sun or Manual to set at you convenience. If you

select Manual, you can set up the day you want to activate the timer.

✎

The  mark indicates the day is selected.

✎

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 → Security → ENTER



Security

■ V-Chip: The V-Chip feature automatically locks out

programs that are deemed inappropriate for children. The user must enter a PIN (personal identiﬁcation number) before any of the V-Chip restrictions are set up or changed.

✎

NOTE

V-Chip is not available in HDMI, Component

or PC mode. The default PIN number of a new TV set is

“0-0-0-0”. Allow All: Press to unlock all TV ratings.

Block All: Press to lock all TV ratings.

V-Chip Lock (Off / On): You can block rated TV Programs.

TV Parental Guidelines: You can block TV programs depending on their rating. This function allows you to control what your children are watching.

− TV-Y: Young children / TV-Y7: Children 7 and over / TV-G: General audience / TV-PG: Parental guidance / TV-14: Viewers 14 and over / TV-MA: Mature audience

− ALL: Lock all TV ratings. / FV: Fantasy violence / V: Violence / S: Sexual situation / L: Adult Language / D: Sexually Suggestive Dialog

✎

The V-Chip will automatically block certain categories dealing with more sensitive material. For example, if you block the TV-Y category, then TV-Y7 will automatically be blocked. Similarly, if you block the TV-G category, then all the categories in the young adult group will be blocked (TV-G, TV-PG, TV-14 and TV-MA). The sub-ratings (D, L, S, V) work similarly. So, if you block the L sub-rating in TV-PG, then the L sub-ratings in TV-14 and TV-MA will automatically be blocked.

MPAA Rating: You can block movies depending on their MPAA rating. The Motion Picture Association of America (MPAA) has implemented a rating system that provides parents or guardians with advanced information on which ﬁlms are appropriate for children.

− G: General audience (no restrictions). / PG: Parental guidance suggested. / PG-13: Parents strongly cautioned. / R: Restricted. Children under 17 should be accompanied by an adult. / NC-17: No children under age 17. / X: Adults only. / NR: Not rated.

✎

The V-Chip will automatically block any category that deals with more sensitive material. For example, if you block the PG-13 category, then R, NC-17 and X will automatically be blocked.

03 Basic Features

English

Basic Features

Canadian English: You can block TV programs depending on their Anglophone Canadian ratings.

− C: Programming intended for children under age 8. / C8+: Programming generally considered acceptable for children 8 years and over to watch on their own. / G: General programming, suitable for all audiences. / PG: Parental Guidance. / 14+: Programming contains themes or content which may not be suitable for viewers under the age of 14. / 18+: Adult programming.

✎

The V-Chip will automatically block any category that deals with more sensitive material. For example, if you block the 8 ans+ category, then 13 ans+, 16 ans+ and 18 ans+ will automatically be blocked also.

Canadian French: You can block TV programs depending on their French Canadian rating.

− G: General / 8 ans+: Programming generally considered acceptable for children 8 years and over to watch on their own. / 13 ans+: Programming may not be suitable for children under the age of 13. / 16 ans+: Programming is not suitable for children under the age of 16. / 18 ans+: Programming restricted to adults.

✎

Downloadable U.S. Rating: Parental restriction information can be used while watching DTV channels.

✎

NOTE

If information is not downloaded

from the broadcasting station, the Downloadable U.S. Rating menu is deactivated.

Parental restriction information is automatically

downloaded while watching DTV channels. It may take several seconds.

The Downloadable U.S. Rating menu

is available for use after information is downloaded from the broadcasting station. However, depending on the information from the broadcasting station, it may not be available for use.

Parental restriction levels differ depending on

the broadcasting station. The default menu name and Downloadable US Rating change depending on the downloaded information.

Even if you set the on-screen display to another

language, the Downloadable U.S. Rating menu will appear in English only.

The rating will automatically block certain

categories that deal with more sensitive material.

The rating titles (For example: Humor Level..etc)

and TV ratings (For example: DH, MH, H..etc) may differ depending on the broadcasting station.

■ Change PIN: The Change PIN screen will appear.

Choose any 4 digits for your PIN and enter them. As soon as the 4 digits are entered, the Conﬁrm New PIN screen appears. Re-enter the same 4 digits. When the Conﬁrm screen disappears, your PIN has been memorized.

How to watch a restricted channel

If the TV is tuned to a restricted channel, the V-Chip will block it. The screen will go blank and the following message will appear:

This channel is blocked by V-Chip. Please enter the PIN to unblock.

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If you forget the PIN, press the remote-control buttons in the following sequence, which resets the pin to “0-00-0”: POWER (off) → MUTE → 8 → 2 → 4 → POWER (on)

 Other Features

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MENU → Setup → ENTER

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Menu Language

Set the menu language.

1. Select Menu Language and press the ENTER

button.

2. Choose desired language and press the ENTER

button.

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Choose between English, Español and Français.

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Caption

(On-Screen Text Messages)

■ 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.

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The Caption feature doesn’t work in Component, HDMI or PC modes.

English

■ Caption Mode: You can select the desired caption

mode.

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The availability of captions depends on the program being broadcast.

Default / CC1~CC4 / Text1~Text4: (analog channels only) The Analog Caption function operates in either analog TV channel mode or when a signal is supplied from an external device to the TV. (Depending on the broadcasting signal, the Analog Caption function may or may not work with digital channels.)

Default / Service1~Service6 / CC1~CC4 / Text1~Text4: (digital channels only) The Digital Captions

function works with digital channels.

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Service1~6 may not be available in digital caption mode depending on the broadcast.

■ Digital Caption Options: (digital channels only) Size: Options include Default, Small, Standard and

Large. The default is Standard. Font Style: Options include Default and Styles 0 to 7.

The default is Style 0. Foreground Color: Options include Default, White,

Black, Red, Green, Blue, Yellow, Magenta and Cyan. You can change the color of the letter. The default is White.

Background Color: Options include Default, White, Black, Red, Green, Blue, Yellow, Magenta and Cyan. You can change the background color of the caption. The default is Black.

Foreground Opacity: This adjusts the opacity of text. Options include Default, Transparent, Translucent, Solid and Flashing.

Background Opacity: This adjusts the opacity of the caption background. Options include Default, Transparent, Translucent, Solid and Flashing.

Return to Default: This option sets each Size, Font Style, Foreground Color, Background Color, Foreground Opacity and Background Opacity to its default.

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NOTE

Digital Caption Options are available only

when Default and Service1 ~ Service6 can be selected in Caption Mode.

The availability of captions depends on the

program being broadcasted. The Default setting follows the standards set by

the broadcaster. The Foreground and Background cannot be set

to have the same color. You cannot set both the Foreground Opacity

and the Background Opacity to Transparent.

Network (Network Type / Network Setup / Network Test)

For details on set up options, refer to the “Network Connection” instructions (p. 28).

General

■ 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.

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NOTE

Restrictions on game mode (caution)

– 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.

Game Mode is not available when the input source

is set to TV or PC. After connecting the game console, set Game Mode

to On. Unfortunately, you may notice reduced picture quality.

If Game Mode is On:

– Picture mode is set to Standard and Sound mode

is set to Movie.

– Equalizer is not available.

■ Menu Transparency (Bright / Dark): Set the

Transparency of the menu.

■ Melody (Off / Low / Medium / High): Set so that a

melody plays when the TV is turned on or off.

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Advanced Features

 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.

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MENU → Setup → PIP → ENTER

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NOTE

For PIP sound, refer to the Sound Select

instructions. If you turn the TV off while watching in PIP mode, the

PIP window will disappear. 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.

While V-Chip is in operation, the PIP function cannot

be used. PIP Settings

(PN50C540 / PN58C540)

Main picture Sub picture Component, HDMI1/DVI,

HDMI2, HDMI3, PC

PIP Settings

(PN50C550 / PN50C590 / PN50C590 / PN58C590)

Main picture Sub picture Component, HDMI1/

DVI, HDMI2, HDMI3, PC, HDMI4

■ PIP (Off / On): Activate or deactivate the PIP function.

■ Air/Cable (Air / Cable): Select either Air or Cable as the input source for the sub-screen.

■ Channel: Select the channel for the sub-screen.

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■ Size (

■ Position ( sub-picture.

■ Sound Select (Main / Sub): You can choose the desired sound (Main / Sub) in the PIP mode.

■ Wireless Remote Control (On/Off): Turn on/off or give permission to Samsung mobile phones / devices. You must have a Samsung Mobile phone /device which supports Wireless Remote Control. For more details, refer to each device's manual.

/ ): Select a size for the sub-picture.

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/  /  / ): Select a position for the

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Support Menu

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MENU → Support → ENTER

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Self Diagnosis

✎

Self Diagnostic might take few seconds, this is part of the normal operation of the TV.

■ Picture Test: Use to check for picture problems. Yes: If the test pattern does not appear or there is

noise in the test pattern, select Yes. There may be a problem with the TV. Contact Samsung’s Call Center for assistance (1-800-SAMSUNG).

No: If the test pattern is properly displayed, select No. There may be a problem with your external equipment. Please check your connections. If the problem still persists, refer to the external device’s user manual.

■ Sound Test (Yes / No): Use the built-in melody sound to check for sound problems.

✎

If you hear no sound from the TV’s speakers, before performing the sound test, make sure

Speaker Select is set to TV Speaker in the Sound menu.

✎

The melody will be heard during the test even if Speaker Select is set to External Speaker or the sound is muted by pressing the MUTE button.

Yes: If you can hear sound only from one speaker or not at all during the sound test, select Yes. There may be a problem with the TV. Contact Samsung’s Call Center for assistance (1-800-SAMSUNG).

No: If you can hear sound from the speakers, select No. There may be a problem with your external equipment. Please check your connections. If the problem still persists, refer to the external device’s user manual.

■ Signal Information: (digital channels only) An HD channel’s reception quality is either perfect or the channels are unavailable. Adjust your antenna to increase signal strength.

■ Troubleshooting: If the TV seems to have a problem, refer to this description.

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If none of these troubleshooting tips apply, contact the Samsung customer service center.

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Software Upgrade

Software Upgrade can be performed by network

connection or downloading the latest ﬁrmware from “www.samsung.com,” to a USB memory device.

Current Version - the software already installed in the TV.

✎

Software is represented as “Year/Month/Day_Version”.

Software Upgrade

Current Version 2010/01/18_000001

By USB ► By Online

Alternative Software ----/--/--_-----

■ Alternative Software (backup): Displays the software version downloaded through By Online. During the software upgrading, When the Upgrade will discontinue from last step, this function be activated.

HD Connection Guide

Refer to this information when connecting external devices to the TV.

Contact Samsung

View this information when your TV does not work properly or when you want to upgrade the software. You can ﬁnd information regarding our call centers, and how to download products and software.

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Installing the Latest Version

■ By USB: Insert a USB

drive containing the ﬁrmware upgrade ﬁle, downloaded from “www. samsung.com,” into the TV. Please be careful not to disconnect the power or remove the USB drive until upgrades are complete. The TV will be turned off and on automatically after completing the ﬁrmware upgrade. When software is upgraded, video and audio settings you have made will return to their default settings. We advise you to write down your settings so that you can easily reset them after the upgrade.

■ By Online: Upgrade the software using the Internet.

✎

First, configure your network. For detailed procedures on using the Network Setup, refer to the “Network Connection” instructions.

✎

If the internet connection doesn’t operate properly, the connection may be broken. Please retry downloading. If the problem persists, download by USB and upgrade.

Enter

USB Drive

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Advanced Features

Network Connection

You can set up your TV so that it can access the Internet through your local area network (LAN) using a wired or wireless connection.

 Connecting to a Wired Network

You can attach your TV to your LAN using cable in three ways:

y You can attach your TV to your LAN by connecting the LAN port on the back of your TV to an external modem using a Cat

5 cable. See the diagram below.

The Modem Port on the Wall TV Rear Panel

y You can attach your TV to your LAN by connecting the LAN port on the back of your TV to a IP Sharer which is connected

to an external modem. Use Cat 5 cable for the connection. See the diagram below.

The Modem Port on the Wall TV Rear Panel

y Depending on how your network is conﬁgured, you may be able to attach your TV to your LAN by connecting the LAN

port on the back of your TV directly to a network wall outlet using a Cat 5 cable. See the diagram below. Note that the wall outlet is attached to a modem or router elsewhere in your house.

The LAN Port on the Wall TV Rear Panel

External Modem

(ADSL / VDSL / Cable TV)

External Modem

(ADSL / VDSL / Cable TV)

LAN Cable (Not Supplied)Modem Cable (Not Supplied)

IP Sharer

(having DHCP server)

LAN Cable (Not Supplied)LAN Cable (Not Supplied)Modem Cable (Not Supplied)

LAN Cable (Not Supplied)

If you have a Dynamic Network, you should use an ADSL modem or router that supports Dynamic Host Conﬁguration Protocol (DHCP). Modems and routers that support DHCP automatically provide the IP address, subnet mask, gateway, and DNS values your TV needs to access the Internet so you don’t have to enter them manually. Most home networks are Dynamic Networks.

Some networks require a Static IP address. If your network requires a Static IP address, you must enter the IP address, subnet mask, gateway, and DNS values manually on your TV’s Cable Setup Screen when you set up the network connection. To get the IP address, subnet mask, gateway, and DNS values, contact your Internet Service Provider (ISP). If you have a Windows computer, you can also get these values through your computer.

✎

You can use ADSL modems that support DHCP if your network requires a Static IP address. ADSL modems that support DHCP also let you use Static IP addresses.

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Network Setup (Auto)

Use the Automatic Network Setup when connecting your TV to a network that supports DHCP. To set up your TV’s cable network connection automatically, follow these steps:

How to set up automatically

1. Connect your TV to your LAN as described in the

previous section.

2. Turn on your TV, press the MENU button on your remote, use the ▲ or ▼ button to select Setup, and then press the ENTER

3. Use the ▲ or ▼ button to select Network in the Setup menu, and then press the ENTER Network screen appears.

Network Type : Wired ► Network Setup Network Test

4. On the Network screen, select Network Type.

5. Set Network Type to Wired.

6. Select Network Setup. The Network Setup screen

appears.

Internet Protocol Setup : Auto ►

IP Address : Subnet Mask : Gateway :

DNS : Auto

DNS Server :

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button.

Network

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Move

Network Setup

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button. The

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Enter

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Network Setup (Manual)

Use the Manual Network Setup when connecting your TV to a network that requires a Static IP address.

Getting the Network Connection Values

To get the Network connection values on most Windows computers, follow these steps:

1. Right click the Network icon on the bottom right of the

screen.

2. In the pop-up menu that appears, click Status.

3. On the dialog that appears, click the Support tab.

4. On the Support Tab, click the Details button. The

Network connection values are displayed.

How to set up manually

To set up your TV’s cable network connection manually, follow these steps:

1. Follow Steps 1 through 6 in the “How to set up

automatically” procedure.

2. Set Internet Protocol Setup to Manual.

3. Press the ▼ button on your remote to go to the ﬁrst

entry ﬁeld.

4. Enter the IP Address, Subnet Mask, Gateway, and DNS Server values. Use the number buttons on your

remote to enter numbers and the arrow buttons to move from one entry ﬁeld to another.

5. When done, press the RETURN button on your remote.

6. Select Network Test to check the Internet connectivity.

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Enter

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7. Set Internet Protocol Setup to Auto.

8. Auto acquires and enters the needed Internet values

automatically.

9. When done, press the RETURN button on your remote.

10. Select Network Test to check the Internet connectivity.

11. If the Network Function has not acquired the network

connection values, go to the directions for Manual.

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Advanced Features

 Connecting to a Wireless Network

To connect your TV to your network wirelessly, you need a wireless router or modem and a Samsung Wireless LAN Adapter (WIS09ABGN), which you connect to your TV’s back or side panel USB jack. See the illustration below.

TV Side Panel

The LAN Port on the Wall

LAN Cable (Not Supplied)

Samsung’s Wireless LAN adapter is sold separately and is offered by select retailers, Ecommerce sites and Samsungparts. com. Samsung’s Wireless LAN adapter supports the IEEE 802.11A/B/G and N communication protocols. Samsung recommends using IEEE 802.11N. When you play the video over a IEEE 802.11B/G connection, the video may not play smoothly.

✎

NOTE

You must use the “Samsung Wireless LAN Adapter” (WIS09ABGN) to use a wireless network.

Samsung’s Wireless LAN adapter is sold separately. The WIS09ABGN Wireless LAN adapter is offered by select

retailers, Ecommerce sites and Samsungparts.com. To use a wireless network, your TV must be connected to a wireless IP sharer. If the wireless IP sharer supports

DHCP, your TV can use a DHCP or static IP address to connect to the wireless network. Select a channel for the wireless IP sharer that is not currently being used. If the channel set for the wireless IP sharer

is currently being used by another device nearby, this will result in interference and communication failure. If you apply a security system other than the systems listed blow, it will not work with the TV.

If Pure High-throughput (Greenfield) 802.11n mode is selected and the Encryption type is set to WEP, TKIP or TKIP-

AES (WPS2Mixed) for your AP, Samsung TVs will not support a connection in compliance with new Wi-Fi certification specifications.

If your AP supports WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup), you can connect to the network via PBC (Push Button

Configuration) or PIN (Personal Identification Number). WPS will automatically configure the SSID and WPA key in either mode.

If your router, modem, or device isn’t certified, it may not connect to the TV via the “Samsung Wireless LAN Adapter.”

Connection Methods: You can setup the wireless network connection 4 ways.

– PBC (WPS) – Auto Setup (Using the Auto Network Search function) – Manual Setup – Ad-Hoc

All of Samsung Wireless LAN Adapter shoud be connected directly to the TV's USB port. USB HUB are not

supported.

Wireless IP sharer

(AP having DHCP server)

Samsung Wireless

LAN Adapter

TV Rear Panel

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