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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 or when hooking up a PC to this PDP) on the plasma monitor panel for more than 2 hours

as it can cause screen image retention. This image retention is also known as “screen burn”. To avoid such image retention, 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 period 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 centre 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.

Securing the Installation Space

Keep the required distance between the product and other objects (e.g. walls) to ensure proper ventilation.
Failing to do so may result in fire or a problem with the product due to an increase in the internal temperature of the product.

When using a stand or wall-mount, use parts provided by Samsung Electronics only.

✎

If you use parts provided by another manufacturer, it may result in a problem with the product or an injury due to the product falling.

x

The appearance may differ depending on the product.

✎

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

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Contents

Getting Started

4

Connections

7

Basic Features

9

Advanced Features

15

Other Information

19

4 Accessories
4 Viewing the Control Panel
5 Viewing the Remote Control
6 Connecting to an Antenna
6 Plug & Play (Initial Setup)

7 Connecting to an AV Device
8 Connecting to an Audio Device
8 Changing the Input Source

9 How to Navigate Menus
9 Channel Menu
10 Picture Menu
12 Sound Menu
13 Setup Menu

15 Connecting to a PC
16 Media Play

19 Analogue Channel Teletext Feature
20 Installing the Wall Mount
21 Securing the TV to the wall
22 Troubleshooting
25 Specifications
26 Index

t

This function can be used by pressing the

TOOLS button on the remote control.

Check the Symbol!

Note One -Touch Button

Indicates additional information. Check here for instructions on how to open

the relevant submenu within the OSD (on

screen display).

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3

Getting Started

Accessories

✎

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

✎

The items’ colours and shapes may vary depending on the models.

y Remote Control & Batteries (AAA x 2)
y Owner’s Instructions
y Warranty Card / Safety Guide (Not available in some locations)

y Blanking Bracket y Ferrite Core for Power Cord (2EA)

✎

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.

Distance between the ferrite core and one end of the cord put into the TV set

x

y A : below 50 mm
y B : below 20 mm

A

(depending on the country) (supplied with 50-inch only in Israel)

B

C

y Cleaning Cloth
y Power Cord

(depending on the country)

y C : 100 ~ 150 mm
y D : below 15 mm

D

Viewing the Control Panel

✎

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

Power Indicator

Speakers

SOURCE

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

y

z

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

P

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.

E

(Power)

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

Adjusts the volume. In the 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.

y

z

Remote control sensor

buttons as you would use the

buttons as you would use the

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Viewing the Remote Control

01 Getting Started

Turns the TV on and off.

Have direct access to channels.

Alternately selects Teletext, Double or

Mix.

Adjusts the volume.

Opens the OSD.

Displays Media Play (USB) (p. 16).

Quickly select frequently used functions.

Returns to the previous menu.

These buttons are for the

Media Play (USB) menu, etc.

TTX/MIX

CH LIST

MEDIA.P

RETURN

A B C D

P.MODE

P.SIZE

SOURCE

HDMI

INFO

ΕΧΙΤ

SLEEP

Displays and selects the available video
sources (p. 8).

Returns to the previous channel.

To mute all TV output sound.

Changes channels.

Displays channel lists on the screen
(p. 9).

Selects the HDMI mode directly.

Displays information on the TV screen.

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

Exits the menu.

P.MODE: Press to select the picture

mode (p. 10).

P.SIZE: Selects the picture size (p. 11).
SLEEP: Use to set the sleep timer

function (p. 13).

Installing batteries (Battery size: AAA)

✎

NOTE

Use the remote control within 23 feet from TV.

x

Bright light may affect the per formance of the remote

x

control. Avoid to use nearby special fl uorescent light or neon
sign.

The colour and shape may vary depending on the model.

x

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Getting Started

POWER

Connecting to an Antenna

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

✎

Preset: Connecting the power cord and antenna.

VHF/UHF Antenna

Cable

or

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

POWERP 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

1

Selecting Store Demo

2

or Home Use

Check antenna input. Select OK.

Press the ▲ or ▼ button, then press the ENTERE button.
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.

E

button.

ANT OUT

P

3

Selecting an area

4

Selecting a channel

5

Setting the Clock Set Set the Month, Day, Year, Hour, Minute or am/pm.

6

Enjoy your TV.

Select the appropriate area by pressing the ▲ or ▼ button. Press the ENTER
confirm your choice.

The Auto Store menu is displayed with the Start selected. Press the ENTER

✎

The channel search will start and end automatically.

✎

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

Press the ENTER
Select the Month, Day, Year, Hour, Minute or am/pm by pressing the ◄ or ► button.
Set the Month, Day, Year, Hour, Minute or am/pm by pressing the ▲ or ▼ button.

✎

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

Press the ENTER

E

E

button.

button.

E

E

button.

button to

7

If You Want to Reset This Feature...

Select Setup - Plug & Play (Initial Setup).

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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, cable box, STB satellite receiver

02 Connections

R

Red White

(DVI)

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

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

x

connection, use a DVI to HDMI cable or DVI-HDMI (DVI to HDMI) adapter for video connection and the
PC/DVI AUDIO IN jacks for audio.

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

x

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

If there is no sound after connecting an HDMI cable, check the HDMI version of the external device. If you

x

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

x

connection error may occur.

Using a Component (up to 720p/1080i) or Audio/Video (480i only) Cable

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

W

DVD /

Blu-ray player

HDMI OUT

WR

DVD /

Blu-ray player

DVI OUT

AUDIO OUT

R-AUDIO-L

W R GBR W

Y

Red White

Yellow

Y

W R

AUDIO OUT

R-AUDIO-L

W R

VCR

Y

VIDEO OUT

✎

When connecting to AV IN, the colour of the AV IN [Y/VIDEO] jack (Green) does not match the colour of the

R

R

AUDIO OUT

R-AUDIO-L

W

W

R GB

RBG

COMPONENT OUT

PR PB Y

DVD / Blu-ray player

R

Red RedWhite Blue Green

video cable (Yellow).

✎

To obtain the best picture quality, the Component connection is recommended over the A/V connection.

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Connections

SOURCE

R-AUDIO-L

Connecting to an Audio Device

Using an Audio (Analogue) Cable Connections

Available devices: digital audio system, amplifier, DVD home theatre

✎

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

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

x

volume level with the Amplifier’s volume control.

Input Cables (Sold Separately)

WR

Red White

digital audio system

AUDIO IN

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

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.

■ TV / AV / Component1 / Component2

/ PC / HDMI1/DVI / HDMI2

✎

In the Source List, connected
inputs will be highlighted.

Edit Name

■ VCR / DVD / Cable STB / Satellite STB / PVR STB

/ AV Receiver / Game / Camcorder / PC / DVI PC /
DVI / TV / IPTV / Blu-ray / HD DVD / DMA: Name the

device connected to the input jacks to make your input
source selection easier.

✎

When connecting an HDMI/DVI cable to the

HDMI IN 1(DVI) port, you should set to DVI PC

mode under Edit Name.

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M

P

C

H LI

ST

S

OURCE

TTX/MIX

INFO

CH LIST

Basic Features

How to Navigate Menu

Before using the TV, follow the steps below to learn how to
navigate the menu and select and adjust different functions.

Channel Menu

03 Basic Features

¦ Seeing Channels

1

2

3 4

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.

How to Operate the OSD (On Screen Display)

The access step may differ depending on the selected menu.

MENU

1

▲ / ▼ Select an icon with the ▲ or ▼

2

ENTER

3

▲ / ▼

4

◄ / ►

5

ENTER

6

EXIT

EDIA.

RETURN

E

/ Direction button: Move the cursor and

m

e

The main menu options appear on
the screen:

Picture, Sound, Channel, Setup,
Input.

button.

E

Press ENTERE to access the
sub-menu.

Select the desired submenu with
the ▲ or ▼ button.

Adjust the value of an item with the
◄ or ► button. The adjustment in
the OSD may differ depending on
the selected menu.

E

Press ENTERE to complete the
configuration.

Press EXIT.

ΕΧΙΤ

7

Channel List

You can see all the channels searched.

Channel List

P 2 C46

Prog.

0 C45
1 C46
2 C47
3 C48
4 C49
5 C50
6 C51
7 C52
8 C53
9 C54

#

Αdd Lock

n

Move

E

Page

R

Adding channels

y Move to the (

button, select a channel to be added, and press the

ENTERE button to add the channel.

y If you press the ENTER

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.

✎ \

y Move to the

button, select a channel to be locked, and press the

ENTERE button.

✎

#

is active when Child Lock is selected to On.

\

field by pressing the ▲, ▼, ◄ or ►

NOTE

The PIN number input screen appears. Enter

x

your 4 digit PIN number.
If you press the ENTERE button again, the c

x

symbol next to the channel disappears and the
channel lock is cancelled.

A blue screen is displayed when Child Lock is

x

activated.
Select On or Off in Child Lock to easily turn

x

the channels which selected on \ to be active
or inactive.

1 / 10

# \

c
c
c \
c
c
c

\

Enter

Return

) field by pressing the ▲, ▼, ◄ or ►





E

button again, the c symbol

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Basic Features

¦ Returning Channels

Area

You can change the area for channels.

Auto Store

Scans for a channel automatically and stores in the TV.

✎

Automatically allocated programme numbers may not
correspond to actual or desired programme numbers. If
a channel is locked using the Child Lock function, the
PIN input window appears.

Manual Store

Scans for a channel manually and stores in the TV.

■ Programme, Colour System, Sound System,
Channel, Search, Store: If there is abnormal sound or
no sound, reselect the sound standard required.

✎

Channel mode

P (programme mode): When tuning is complete,

x

the broadcasting stations in your area have been
assigned to position numbers from P00 to P99. You
can select a channel by entering the position number
in this mode.

C (aerial channel mode) / S (cable channel mode):

x

These two modes allow you to select a channel
by entering the assigned number for each aerial
broadcasting station or cable channel.

Sort

This operation allows you to change the programme
numbers of the stored channels. This operation may be
necessary after using the auto store.

Name

Channel names will be assigned automatically when channel
information is broadcast. These names can be changed,
allowing you to assign new names.

Fine Tune

If the signal is weak or distorted, fine tune the channel
manually.

✎

Fine tuned channels are marked with an asterisk “*.”

✎

To reset the fine-tuning, select Reset.

Picture Menu

¦ Changing the Preset Picture Mode

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

P.MODE

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

Your television has several setting options for picture quality
control.

✎

NOTE

In analogue TV, AV modes of the PAL system, the

x

Tint (G/R) function is not available.
In PC mode, you can only make changes to

x

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

x

external device connected to the TV.

¦ Economical Solutions

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.

¦ Changing the Picture Options

Advanced Settings

(available in Standard / Movie mode)
You can adjust the detailed setting for the screen including

colour and contrast.

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✎

In PC mode, you can only make changes to Gamma
and White Balance.

T V

Black Tone : Off ►

Dynamic Contrast : High ►

Gamma : 0 ►

Colour Space : Native ►

White Balance ►

Flesh Tone : 0 ►

Edge Enhancement : On ►

■ 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 colour intensity.

■ Colour Space (Auto / Native): Adjust the range of
colours available to create the image.

■ White Balance: Adjust the colour temperature for a
more natural picture.

R-Offset / G-Offset / B-Offset: Adjust each colour’s
(red, green, blue) darkness.

R-Gain / G-Gain / B-Gain: Adjust each colour’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.

Advanced Settings

U

Move

E

Enter

R

Return

Picture Options

✎

In PC mode, you can only make changes to the
Colour Tone, Size and Screen Burn Protection.

T V

Colour Tone : Normal ►

Size : 16:9 ►

Digital Noise Filter : Auto ►

HDMI Black Level : Normal ►

Film Mode : Off ►

Screen Burn Protection ►

Picture Options

U

Move

E

Enter

R

Return

■ 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: Adjusts the picture size to 16:9 for
DVDs or wide broadcasting.

Wide Zoom: Magnifies the picture size
more than 4:3.

✎

Adjusts the Position by using ▲, ▼ buttons.

Zoom: Magnifies the 16:9 wide pictures vertically to fit
the screen size.

✎

Adjusts the Position or Size by using ▲, ▼ button.

4:3: The default setting for a movie or normal
broadcasting.

✎

Do not watch in 4:3 format for a long time. Traces
of borders displayed on the left, right and centre
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

Depending on the input source, the picture size

x

options may vary.
The available items may differ depending on the

x

selected mode.
In PC mode, only 16:9 and 4:3 modes can be

x

adjusted.
Settings can be adjusted and stored for each

x

external device connected to an input on the T V.
After selecting Screen Fit in HDMI (1080i / 1080p)

x

or Component (1080i / 1080p) mode: Adjusts the
Position or Size by using ▲, ▼, ◄, ► button.

If you use the Screen Fit function with HDMI 720p

x

input, 1 line will be cut at the top, bottom, left and
right as in the overscan function.

■ Digital Noise Filter (Off / Low / Medium / High /
Auto): When the broadcast signal is weak, some static
and ghosting may appear. Select one of the 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 (RGB signals).

■ Film Mode (Off / Auto): Sets the TV to automatically
sense and process film signals from all sources and
adjust the picture for optimum quality.

✎

Available in TV, AV, COMPONENT (480i / 1080i)
and HDMI (480i / 1080i).

P.SIZE

03 Basic Features

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

✎

Warm1, Warm2 is only activated when the picture
mode is Movie.

✎

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

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Basic Features

■ 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
programme 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 image 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
monitor 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 Grey (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.

TV/AV/Component/

HDMI/PC

Reset (OK / Cancel)

Resets your current picture mode to its default settings.

■ PC Position: Adjust the PC screen position with
direction button (▲ / ▼ / ◄ / ►).

■ 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 may differ in which case the
same basic set-up information will almost always be applied.
(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: 42" : 1024 X 768 / 50" : 1360 X 768 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.

Sound Menu

¦ Changing the Preset Sound Mode

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.

¦ Setting up the TV with Your PC

Set the input source to PC.

Auto Adjustment

Adjust frequency values/positions and fine tune the settings
automatically.

✎

Not available when connecting with an HDMI/DVI cable.

t

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 centre of screen.

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¦ Adjusting Sound Settings

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 Systems, Etc.

Setup Menu

03 Basic Features

SRS TruSurround HD (Off / On)

(standard sound mode only)
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.

t

Auto Volume (Off / On)

Because each broadcasting station has its own signal
conditions, the volume can vary as you switch between
channels. 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.

TV Speaker: Off, External Speaker: On

x

✎

When Speaker Select is set to TV Speaker.

TV Speaker: On, External Speaker: On

x

✎

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

f-g

f

 Dual

t

g

f

Default

Automatic

change

Dual

f

Automatic

change

f

Dual

Selecting the Sound Mode

When you set to Dual f-g, the current sound mode is
displayed on the screen.

Audio

Type

A2

Stereo

NICAM
Stereo

✎

✎
✎

Mono Mono

Stereo

Dual

Mono Mono

Stereo

Dual

If the stereo signal is weak and an automatic switching
occurs, then switch to the mono.

Only activated in stereo sound signal.

Only available when the Input source is set to TV.

Dual

Stereo  Mono

Dual

Mono  Stereo
Mono  Dual

 Dual g 

¦ Setting the Time

Time

■ Time: Setting the clock is for using various timer features
of the TV.

O

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

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

✎

To cancel Sleep Timer, select

Off.

¦ Setting the On / Off Timer

■ Timer 1 / Timer 2 / Timer 3: Three different on / off
timer settings can be made. You must set the clock first.

T V

Repeat: Select Once, Everyday, Mon~Fri, Mon~Sat
or Sat~Sun.

Volume: Set the desired volume level.
Programme: Select the desired channel.

✎

Auto Power Off (available only when the TV is turned on
by Timer): The TV will be automatically turned off after 3
hours of being left idle to prevent overheating.

On Time

▲

12

▼

Off Time

12

Repeat

10 03

r

Timer 1

:

00

:

00

Once

Move

U

am

am

Adjust

ProgrammeVolume

SLEEP

Inactivate

Inactivate

R

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Basic Features

¦ Locking Programmes

Child Lock (Off / On)

Lock channels in Channel Manager, to prevent
unauthorized users, such as children, from watching
unsuitable programme.

✎

Available only when the Input 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

Language

Set the menu language.

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 game mode.

✎

NOTE

Precautions and limitations for game mode

x

– 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

x

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

x

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

If Game Mode is On:

x

– Picture mode is set to Standard and Sound mode

is set to Movie.

– Equalizer is not available.

Melody (Off / Low / Medium / High)

Set so that a melody plays when the TV is turned on or off.

✎

The Melody does not play.

When no sound is output from the TV because the

x

MUTE button has been pressed.

When no sound is output from the TV because the

x

volume has been reduced to minimum with the

VOL – button.

When the T V is turned off by Sleep Timer function.

x

Energy Saving (Off / Low / Medium /

t

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.

¦ Picture In Picture (PIP)

t

PIP

You can watch the TV tuner and one external video source
simultaneously. PIP (Picture-in-Picture) does not function in
the same mode.

✎

NOTE

For PIP sound, refer to the Sound Select

x

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

x

PIP window will disappear.
You may notice that the picture in the PIP window

x

becomes slightly unnatural when you use the main
screen to view a game or karaoke.

PIP settings

x

Main picture Sub picture
Component1 TV
Component2, HDMI1/DVI,

HDMI2, PC

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

■ Source (TV, AV): You can select a source of the sub-
picture.

Õ

■ Size (

■ Position (
sub-picture.

■ Programme: You can select a channel of the sub-
picture only when the Source is set to TV.

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

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

✎

This function is available in HDMI mode.

Ã

/ – / — / œ): Select a position for the

TV, AV

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Advanced Features

)

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

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

Optimal resolution

y 42" : 1024 X 768 @ 60Hz
y 50": 1360 X 768 @ 60Hz

Mode Resolution

IBM

MAC

VESA CVT

VESA DMT

VESA GTF

640 x 350
720 x 400

640 x 480
832 x 624

720 x 576

1280 x 720

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

1280 x 720 52.500 70.000 89.040 -/+

Horizontal

Frequency

(KHz)

31.469

31.469

35.000

49.726

35.910

56.456

31.469

37.500

37.861

37.879

46.875

48.077

48.363

56.476

60.023

45.000

47.712

Connecting to a PC

DVI

(DVI)

Vertical

Frequency

(Hz)

70.086

70.087

66.667

74.551

59.950

74.777

59.940

75.000

72.809

60.317

75.000

72.188

60.004

70.069

75.029

60.000

60.015

Pixel Clock

Frequency

(MHz)

25.175

28.322

30.240

57.284

32.750

95.750

25.175

31.500

31.500

40.000

49.500

50.000

65.000

75.000

78.750

74.250

85.500

Sync Polarity

(H / V)

+/-

-/+

-/-

-/-

-/+

-/+

-/-

-/-

-/­+/+
+/+
+/+

-/-

-/­+/+
+/+
+/+

AUDIO OUT

DVI OUT

AUDIO OUT

PC OUT

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04 Advanced Features

✎

NOTE

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

x

The interlace mode is not supported.

x

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

x

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

x

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Advanced Features

Media Play

MEDIA.P

Enjoy photos, music and/or movie files saved on
a USB Mass Storage Class (MSC) device.

Device Name

USB

SUM

315.0MB/495.0MB Free

E

¦ Connecting a USB Device

1. Turn on your TV.

2. Connect a USB device containing photo, music and/or movie files to the USB jack

on the side of the TV.

3. When the Input selection screen is displayed, press the  button to select
Media Play (USB), then press the ENTER

✎

It might not work properly with unlicenced multimedia files.

✎

Need-to-Know List before using Media Play (USB)

Only alphanumeric characters must be used as a folder name or file name (photo, music).

x

The file system only supports FAT16/32 (The NTFS file system is not supported) Certain types of USB Digital camera

x

and audio devices may not be compatible with this TV.
Media Play (USB) only supports the USB Mass Storage Class device (MSC). MSC is a Mass Storage Class Bulk-Only

x

Transport device. Examples of MSC are Thumb drives and Flash Card Readers (USB HDD, HUB and any usb device
more than 16GB are not supported.)

Before connecting your device to the TV, please back up your files to prevent them from damage or loss of data.

x

SAMSUNG is not responsible for any data file damage or data loss.
Please connect directly to the USB port of your TV. If you are using a separate cable connection, there may be a USB

x

Compatibility problem.
Only MP3 and JPEG file formats are supported.

x

The Media Play (USB) mp3 format only supports music files with a high sampling frequency (32 kHz, 44.1 kHz, or 48

x

kHz).
We recommend the sequential jpeg format.

x

Do not disconnect the USB device while it is loading.

x

MTP (Media Transfer Protocol) is not supported.

x

The playing duration of an mp3 file may be displayed as “00:00:00” if its playing time information is not found at the

x

start of the file.
The higher the resolution of the image, the longer it takes to display on the screen.

x

The Photo or Music List displays up to 300 folders or files.

x

Loading may take some time depending on the size of the file.

x

MP3 files with DRM that have been downloaded from a non-free site cannot be played.

x

Digital Rights Management (DRM) is a technology that supports the creation of content, the distribution and

x

management of the content in an integrated and comprehensive way, including the protection of the rights and
interests of the content providers, the prevention of the illegal copying of contents, as well as managing billings and
settlements.

The power-saving mode of some external hard disk drives may be released automatically when connected to the T V.

x

If a USB extension cable is used, the USB device may not be recognized or the files on the device may not be read.

x

E

button.

USB Drive

Enter

e

TV Side Panel

Exit

USB

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If a USB device connected to the TV is not recognized, the list of files on the device is corrupted or a file in the list is

Photo

Photo Music Setup

SUM

307.2MB/973.7MB

Music

Photo Music Setup

SUM

307.2MB/973.7MB

DSC_0558.JPG

580

440

78.0KB

03 / 14

SUM

*

Photo

307.2MB/973.7MB

File.....jpg File.....jpg File.....jpg

File.....jpg File.....jpg File.....jpg

File.....jpg File.....jpg

File.....jpg File.....jpg

File.....jpg File.....jpg File.....jpg

USB

c

Photo

Photo Music Setup

SUM

307.2MB/973.7MB

Music

Photo Music Setup

SUM

307.2MB/973.7MB

USB

x

not played, connect the USB device to the PC, format the device and check the connection.
If a file deleted from the PC is still found when Media Play is run, use the “Empty the Recycle Bin” function on the PC

x

to permanently delete the file.

Photos

04 Advanced Features

Viewing a Photo (or Slide Show)

1. Press the INFO button to display the option Start Slide Show,
Select All (or Deselect All).

2. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select Start Slide Show then press the

ENTER

E

button.

✎

During the slide show, files are displayed in order from the
currently shown file.

✎

MP3 files can be automatically played during the Slide Show
if the Default Background Music is set to On. To enable this

Photo

440

580

*

78.0KB

Jan 7, 2010

03 / 14

SUM

307.2MB/973.7MB

DSC_0558.JPG

c

Move

E

File.....jpg

File.....jpg File.....jpg File.....jpg

File.....jpg File.....jpg

Enter I Option

Upper Fold... Folder

File.....jpg File.....jpg

Free

File.....jpg File.....jpg File.....jpg

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Select

n

function, MP3 files and other photo files must be located in the
same folder on the USB Memory Device.

✎

Press the INFO button during the slide show to set the following options Slide Show Speed, Background Music,
Background Music Setting, List. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select the option, then press the ENTERE button.

– After setting the option press the ENTER

✎

Press the INFO button during the photo view to set the following options Start Slide Show, Zoom, Rotate, List. Press

E

button to make a change.

the ▲ or ▼ button to select the option, then press the ENTERE button.

– After setting the option press the ENTER

E

button to make a change.

Music

Using the MP3 List

Folder icon

Music list icon

Move to the previous folder stage icon

✎

The selected file is displayed on the top with its playing time.

Music

SUM

307.2MB/973.7MB

Photo Music Setup

L

Move

File.....jpg File.....jpg

E

Enter

1/1 Page

R

R

Return

Return

1. To select all files or a file, press the INFO button to display the Music
menus.
Press the ENTER

Repeat Music, Select All (or Deselect All).

2. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to move to an icon, then press the

ENTER

Pressing the ENTERE button over a musical note icon immediately
plays the music file.
Pressing the ENTERE button over a folder icon shows the music
files included in the folder.

■ Play: Select to play MP3 files.

■ Repeat Music (On / Off): Select to repeatedly play MP3 files in the current folder.

E

button to select Play or Play the selected file,

E

button.

✎

This menu only shows files with the MP3 file extension. Files with other file extensions are not displayed, even if

Music

4.3MB

Jan 7, 2010

2 / 31

Play

Repeat Music Off

Select All

SUM

307.2MB/973.7MB

Deselect All

I

ExitI Exit

06-I Will Carry You.mp3 00:00:00

Upper Folder

Folder

01-The Way.mp3 00:03:25

02-Run To Me.mp3 00:03:25

03-No More Sad Songs.mp3 00:03:25

04-Interference-gold.mp3 00:03:25

r

05-marketa_irglova-The_hill.mp3 00:03:25

06-I Will Carry You.mp3 00:03:25

07-marketa_irglova.mp3 00:03:25

08-Super World.mp3 00:03:25

'

Select

n

Move

E

Enter I Option

they are saved on the same USB device.

✎

To adjust the music volume, press the

M

MUTE button on the remote control.

y

button on the remote control. To mute the sound, press the

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Photo

Photo Music Setup

SUM

307.2MB/973.7MB

Music

Photo Music Setup

SUM

307.2MB/973.7MB

DSC_0558.JPG

580

440

78.0KB

03 / 14

SUM

*

Photo

307.2MB/973.7MB

File.....jpg File.....jpg File.....jpg

File.....jpg File.....jpg File.....jpg

File.....jpg File.....jpg

File.....jpg File.....jpg

File.....jpg File.....jpg File.....jpg

Music

4.3MB

2 / 31

06-I Will Carry You.mp3 00:00:00

01-The Way.mp3 00:03:25

02-Run To Me.mp3 00:03:25

03-No More Sad Songs.mp3 00:03:25

04-Interference-gold.mp3 00:03:25

05-marketa_irglova-The_hill.mp3 00:03:25

06-I Will Carry You.mp3 00:03:25

07-marketa_irglova.mp3 00:03:25

08-Super World.mp3 00:03:25

SUM

307.2MB/973.7MB

USB

c

Playing Music

y Only displays files with the MP3 file extension. Other file extensions are not displayed, even if they are saved on the same

USB device.

y If the sound is strange when playing MP3 files, adjust the Equalizer and SRS TruSurround HD in the Sound menu. (An

over-modulated MP3 file may cause a sound problem.)

y Music function information icons

✎

To adjust Equalizer and SRS TruSurround HD you have to exit Media Play.

Setup

Using the Setup Menu

■ Slide Show Speed: Select to control the slide show speed. You can
select Fast, Normal or Slow.

■ Background Music: Select to determine whether to play an MP3 file
during a slide show. You can select Music On or Music Off.

■ Background Music Setting: While a slide show is in progress, use
the Background Music Setting to select a music file to listen to.
Select an MP3 file as the background music.

■ Repeat Music: Select to determine whether to repeat playing the
music when all MP3 files in the current folder have been played.

■ Screen Saver: Select to set the waiting time before the screen saver appears. The screensaver will appear when no
button is pressed for 10 min, 20 min and 1 hour.

Playing the selected photos / music files

y Press the Yellow button.
y Repeat the above operation to select desired photos / music files.

✎

y Press the ENTER

Repeat Mode is On.

Repeat Mode is Off.

Setup

Selected photos or files are marked with the symbol c. To cancel a selection, press the Yellow button again.

E

button to play the selected photos or files.

Slide show Speed : Fast

Background Music : Off

Background Music Setting

Repeat Music : On

Screen Saver : 10 min

U

Move

E

Enter

R

r

r

r

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Other Information

Analogue Channel Teletext Feature

The index page of the Teletext service gives you information on how to use the service. For Teletext information to be displayed
correctly, channel reception must be stable. Otherwise, information may be missing or some pages may not be displayed.

✎

You can change Teletext pages by pressing the numeric buttons on the remote control.

/

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

(Teletext on/mix): Activate
the Teletext mode after selecting
the channel providing the Teletext
service. Press it twice to overlap
the Teletext mode with the current
broadcasting screen.

8

(store): Store the Teletext

pages.

6

(index): Display the index
(contents) page at any time while
you are viewing Teletext.

4

(size): Display the double-size
letters on the upper half of the
screen. For the lower half of the
screen, press it again. To display
the normal screen, press it once
again.

9

(hold): Hold the display on
a given page if the selected
page is linked with several
secondary pages which follow on
automatically. To resume, press
it again.

Colour buttons (red/green/ yellow/
blue): If the FASTEXT system is
used by a broadcasting company,
the different topics covered
on a Teletext page are colour­coded and can be selected by
pressing the coloured buttons.
Press one of them corresponding
to the required. The page is
displayed with other coloured
information that can be selected
in the same way. To display the
previous or next page, press the
corresponding coloured button.

0

(mode): Select the Teletext
mode (LIST/ FLOF).

If you press this button in the
LIST mode, the mode is switched
into the List save mode. In the
List save mode, you can save a
Teletext page into list using the

8

(store) button.

1

2

3

4

5

6

TTX/MIX

CH LIST

RETURN

A B C D

SOURCE

INFO

ΕΧΙΤ

7

8
9

0

!

@

1

(sub-page): Display the

available sub-page.

2

(page up): Display the next

3

(page down): Display the

5

(reveal): Display the hidden

text (answers to quiz games, for

example). To display the normal

7

(cancel): Display the current

broadcast when searching for a

Typical Teletext page

Part Contents

A Selected page

B Broadcasting channel

C Current page number

D Date and time.
E Text.

F Status information.

Teletext page.

previous Teletext page.

screen, press it again.

page.

number.

identity.

or search indications.

FASTEXT information.

8

9

0

!

@

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Other Information

Installing the Wall Mount

Assembling the Blanking Bracket

When installing the TV onto a wall, attach the Blanking Bracket as shown.

Blanking Bracket

Installing the Wall Mount Kit

The wall mount kit (sold separately) allows you to mount the TV on the wall.
For detailed information on installing the wall mount, see the instructions provided with the wall mount. Contact a technician for

assistance when installing the wall mount bracket.
Samsung Electronics is not responsible for any damage to the product or injury to yourself or others if you elect to install the

TV on your own.

Wall Mount Kit Specifications (VESA)

✎

The wall mount kit is not supplied, but sold separately.

Install your wall mount on a solid wall perpendicular to the floor. When attaching to other building materials, please contact
your nearest dealer. If installed on a ceiling or slanted wall, it may fall and result in severe personal injury.

✎

NOTE

Standard dimensions for wall mount kits are shown in the table below.

x

When purchasing our wall mount kit, a detailed installation manual and all parts necessary for assembly are provided.

x

Do not use screws that do not comply with the VESA standard screw specifications.

x

Do not use screws that are longer than the standard dimension or do not comply with the VESA standard screw

x

specifications. Screws that are too long may cause damage to the inside of the TV set.
For wall mounts that do not comply with the VESA standard screw specifications, the length of the screws may differ

x

depending on the wall mount specifications.
Do not fasten the screws too strongly; this may damage the product or cause the product to fall, leading to personal

x

injury. Samsung is not liable for these kinds of accidents.
Samsung is not liable for product damage or personal injury when a non-VESA or non-specified wall mount is used or

x

the consumer fails to follow the product installation instructions.
Our 57” and 63” models do not comply with VESA Specifications. Therefore, you should use our dedicated wall

x

mount kit for this model.
Do not mount the TV at more than a 15 degree tilt.

x

Product Family inches VESA Spec. (A * B) Standard Screw Quantity

42~50 400 X 400

58~63 600 X 400

20

PDP TV

✎

Unscrew the hole around before installing Wall-Mount on the wall.

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70~79 800 X 400

80~ 1400 X 800

Do not install your Wall Mount Kit while your TV is turned on. It may result in personal injury due to
electric shock.

M8 4

Caution: Pulling, pushing, or climbing onto the TV may cause the TV to fall. In particular, ensure that your
children do not hang over or destabilize the TV; doing so may cause the TV to tip over, resulting in serious
injuries or death. Follow all safety precautions provided in the included Safety Flyer. For added stability and
safety, install the anti-fall device as follows.

¦ To Avoid the TV from Falling

Securing the TV to the wall

05 Other Information

1. Put the screws into the clamps and firmly fasten them onto the wall.

Confirm that the screws have been firmly installed onto the wall.

✎

You may need additional material such as an anchor depending on
the type of wall.

✎

Since the necessary clamps, screws, and string are not supplied,
please purchase these additionally.

2. Remove the screws from the back centre of the TV, put the screws into
the clamps, and then fasten the screws onto the TV again.

✎

Screws may not be supplied with the product. In this case, please
purchase the screws of the following specifications.

3. Connect the clamps fixed onto the TV and the clamps fixed onto the wall
with a strong cable and then tie the string tightly.

✎

NOTE

Install the TV near to the wall so that it does not fall backwards.

x

It is safe to connect the string so that the clamps fixed on the

x

wall are equal to or lower than the clamps fixed on the TV.
Untie the string before moving the TV.

x

4. Verify all connections are properly secured. Periodically check
connections for any sign of fatigue for failure. If you have any doubt about
the security of your connections, contact a professional installer.

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Other Information

Troubleshooting

If you have any questions about the TV, first refer to this list. If none of these troubleshooting tips apply, please visit “www.
samsung.com,” then click on Support, or contact the call centre listed on the back-cover of this manual.

Issues Solutions and Explanations

The TV image does not look as good as it
did in the store.

The picture is distorted: macro block error,
small block, dots, pixelization

Colour is wrong or missing. • If you’re using a component connection, make sure the component cables are connected to the

There is poor colour or brightness. • Adjust the Picture options in the TV menu. (go to Picture mode / Colour / Brightness / Sharpness)

There is a dotted line on the edge of the
screen.

Picture is black and white. • If you are using an AV composite input, connect the video cable (yellow) to the Green jack of

When changing channels, the picture
freezes or is distorted or delayed.

There is no sound or the sound is too low
at maximum volume.

The picture is good but there is no sound. • Set the Speaker Select option to TV speaker in the sound menu (p. 13).

The speakers are making an inappropriate
noise.

• If you have an analogue cable/set top box, upgrade to a digital set top box. Use HDMI or Component
cables to deliver HD (high definition) picture quality.

• Cable/Satellite subscribers: Try HD stations from the channel line up.

• Antenna connection: Try HD stations after performing Auto programme.

Many HD channels are up scaled from SD(Standard Definition) contents.

✎

• Adjust the Cable/Set top box video output resolution to 1080i or 720p.

• Make sure you are watching the TV at the minimum recommended distance based on the size and
definition of the signal.

• Compression of video contents may cause picture distortion especially in fast moving pictures such
as sports and action movies.

• Low signal level or bad quality can cause picture distortion. This is not a TV issue.

correct jacks. Incorrect or loose connections may cause colour problems or a blank screen.

(p. 10)

• Adjust Energy Saving option in the Setup menu (p. 14).

• Try resetting the picture to view the default picture settings. (go to MENU - Picture - Reset) (p. 12)

• If the picture size is set to Screen Fit, change it to 16:9 (p. 11).

• Change cable/set top box resolution.

component input 1 on the TV.

• If connected with a cable box, please try to reset the cable box. Reconnect the AC cord and wait until
the cable box reboots. It may take up to 20 minutes.

• Set the output resolution of the cable box to 1080i or 720p.

• Please check the volume the of external device connected to your TV.

• If you are using an external device, make sure the audio cables are connected to the correct audio
input jacks on the TV.

• If you are using an external device, check the device’s audio output option (ex. you may need to
change your cable box’s audio option to HDMI when you have a HDMI connected to your TV).

• If you are using a DVI to HDMI cable, a separate audio cable is required.

• Deactivate the SRS function if you are setting the volume to over 30.

• If your TV has a headphone jack, make sure there is nothing plugged into it.

• Check the cable connections. Make sure a video cable is not connected to an audio input.

• For antenna or Cable connections, check the signal strength. Low signal level may cause sound
distortion.

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Issues Solutions and Explanations

No Picture, No Video

The TV won’t turn on. • Make sure the AC power cord is securely plugged in to the wall outlet and the TV.

The TV turns off automatically. • Ensure the Sleep Timer is set to Off in the Setup menu (p. 13).

There is picture/Video. • Check cable connections (remove and reconnect all cables connected to the of TV and external

RF(Cable/Antenna) Connection

The TV is not receiving all channels. • Make sure the Antenna cable is connected securely.

The picture is distorted: macro block error
small block, dots, pixelization

PC Connection

A “Mode Not Supported” message
appears.

“PC” is always shown on the source list,
even if a PC is not connected.

The video is OK but there is no audio. • If you are using a HDMI connection, check the audio output setting on your PC.

• Make sure the wall outlet is working.

• Try pressing the POWER button on the TV to make sure the problem is not the remote. If the TV turns
on, refer to “Remote control does not work” below.

• If your PC is connected to the TV, check your PC power settings.

• Make sure the AC power cord is plugged in securely to the wall outlet and the TV.

• When watching TV from an antenna or cable connection, the TV will turn off after 10 - 15 minutes if
there is no signal.

devices).

• Set your external devices’ (Cable/Set top Box, DVD, Blu-ray etc) video outputs to match the
connections to the TV input. For example, if an external device’s output is HDMI, it should be
connected to an HDMI input on the TV.

• Make sure your connected devices are powered on.

• Be sure to select the TV’s correct source by pressing the SOURCE button on the TV remote.

• Please try Plug & Play (Initial setup) to add available channels to the channel list. Go to MENU -
Setup - Plug & Play (Initial setup) and wait for all available channels to be stored (p. 6).

• Verify the Antenna is positioned correctly.

• Compression of video contents may cause picture distortion, especially with fast moving pictures
such as sports and action movies.

• A low signal can cause picture distortion. This is not a TV issue.

• Set your PC’s output resolution and frequency so they match the resolutions supported by the TV (p.

15).

• This is normal; “PC” is always shown on the source list, regardless of whether a PC is connected.

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Others

The remote control does not work. • Replace the remote control batteries with the poles (+/–) in the right direction.

Plasma TV is making humming noise. • Plasma TVs typically make a soft humming sound. This is normal. It’s caused by the electrical charges

Image Retention (Burn In) Issue. • To minimize the possibility of screen burn, this unit is equipped with screen burn reduction technology.

• Clean the sensor’s transmission window on the remote.

• Try pointing the remote directly at the TV from 5~6 feet away.

that are used to create the images on the screen.

• If the humming sound is loud, you may have set the brightness on the TV too high. Try setting the
brightness lower.

• You can also have loud humming if the back of your Plasma TV is too close to a wall or other hard
surface. Also try rerouting your connection cables.

• Improper installation of wall mount can create excessive noise.

Pixel Shift technology enables you to set picture movement up/down (Vertical Line) and side to side
(Horizontal Dot).

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Issues Solutions and Explanations

The cable/set top box remote control
doesn’t turn the TV on or off, or adjust the
volume.

A “Mode Not Supported” message
appears.

There is a plastic smell from the TV. • This smell is normal and will dissipate over time.

The TV is tilted to the side. • Remove the base stand from the TV and reassemble it.

There are difficulties assembling the stand
base.

The channel menu is greyed out.
(unavailable)

Your settings are lost after 30 minutes or
every time the TV is turned off.

You have intermittent loss of audio or
video.

You see small particles when you look
closely at the edge of the frame of the TV.

The PIP menu is not available. • PIP functionality is only available when you are using a HDMI, PC or components source (p. 14).

You turned the TV off 45 minutes ago, and
it turned on again.

There are recurrent picture/sound issues. • Check and change the signal/source.

A reaction may occur between the rubber
cushion pads on the base stand and the
top finish of some furniture.

• Programme the Cable/Set top box remote control to operate the TV. Refer to the Cable/Set user
manual for the SAMSUNG TV code.

• Check the supported resolution of the TV, and adjust the external device’s output resolution
accordingly. Refer to the resolution settings on page 15 of this manual.

• Make sure the TV is placed on a flat surface. It is necessary to use magnetized screw driver if you
cannot remove the screws from the TV.

• The Channel menu is only available when the TV source is selected.

• If the TV is in the Store Demo mode, it will reset audio and picture settings every 30 minutes. Change
the settings from Store Demo mode to Home Use mode in the Plug & Play (Initial setup) procedure.
Press the SOURCE button to select TV mode, and go to MENU → Setup → Plug & Play (Initial
setup) → ENTER

• Check the cable connections and reconnect them.

• Loss of audio or video can be caused by using overly rigid or thick cables. Make sure the cables are
flexible enough for long term use. If mounting the TV to the wall, we recommend using cables with 90
degree connectors.

• This is part of the product’s design and is not a defect.

• It is normal. The TV operates the OTA (Over The Aerial) function itself to upgrade firmware
downloaded whilst your watching TV.

• To prevent this, use felt pads on any surface of the TV that comes in direct contact with furniture.

E

(p. 6).

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Specifications

Environmental Considerations
Operating Temperature
Operating Humidity
Storage Temperature
Storage Humidity

Stand Swivel (Left / Right) -20˚ ~ 20˚
Model Name PS42C430

Screen Size 42 inches 50 inches
Sound

(Output) 10W x 2
Dimensions (WxDxH)

Body
With Stand

Weight
Without Stand
With Stand

Panel native 1024 X 768 @ 60Hz 1360 X 768 @ 60Hz

✎

Design and specifications are subject to change without prior notice.

✎

For information about power supply, and more about power consumption, refer to the label attached to the product.

PS42C431

1031 x 70.9 x 631.0 mm

1031 x 284.5 x 695.5 mm

17.5 kg

19.5 kg

10°C to 40°C (50°F to 104°F)
10% to 80%, non-condensing

-20°C to 45°C (-4°F to 113°F)
5% to 95%, non-condensing

PS50C430
PS50C431

1202.5 x 69.5 x 720.5 mm

1202.5 x 284.5 x 788 mm

23.4 kg

25.4 kg

¦ Licence

TruSurround HD, SRS and symbol are trademarks of SRS Labs, Inc. TruSurround HD technology
is incorporated under licence from SRS Labs, Inc.

05 Other Information

Open Source Licence Notice

In the case of using open source software, Open Source Licences are available on the product menu.

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Index

A

AUDIO OUT 8

Auto Adjustment 12
Auto Volume 13

B

Blanking Bracket 20
Balance L/R 12
Batteries 5
Brightness 10
Background Music 18
Black Tone 11

C

Component 7
Channel Menu 9
Colour Tone 11
Connecting to a PC 15
Connecting to an Audio Device 8
Change PIN 14

D

D-sub 15
Dynamic 10
Dynamic Contrast 11

E

Equalizer 12
External Speaker 13
Eco Sensor 10
Edit Name 8

F

Fine Tune 10
Flesh Tone 11
Film Mode 11
Frequency 15

H

HDMI 7
Home Theatre 8

I

Installation Space 2

L

Licence 25
Language 14

M

Media Play 16
Music 17

N

Navigate 9

O

Optimal resolution 15

P

Photos 17
PIP (Picture in Picture) 14
Power Indicator 4
Plug & Play 6
Picture Size 11

R

Remote Control 5
Rotate 17
Repeat Mode 18

S

Sleep Timer 13
Slide Show 17
Source List 8
Speaker Select 13
Standby mode 4
Sharpness 10
Specifications 25
Symbol 3

T

Timer 13
Tools 3
Troubleshooting 22
TV Speaker 13

U

USB Drive 16

V

Volume 4
VCR 7

W

Wall Mount 20
Warm 11
White Balance 11

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