Samsung STB-E7500, STB-E7900 Operation Manual [ml]

STB-E7500 STB-E7900

Samsung SMART PVR

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Safety InformationSafety Information

Warning

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE THE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS ARE INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE

PERSONNEL.

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

This symbol indicates "dangerous voltage" inside the product that presents a risk of electric shock or personal injury.

CAUTION:

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

This symbol indicates important instructions accompanying the product.

Do not install this equipment in a confined space such as a bookcase or similar unit.

WARNING

• To prevent damage which may result in fire or electric shock hazard, do not expose this appliance to rain or moisture.

IMPORTANT NOTE

The mains lead on this equipment is supplied with a molded plug incorporating a fuse. The value of the fuse is indicated on the pin face of the plug. If it requires replacing, a fuse approved to BS1362 of the same rating must be used.

Never use the plug with the fuse cover omitted if the cover is detachable. If a replacement fuse cover is required, it must be of the same colour as the pin face of the plug. Replacement covers are available from your dealer.

If the fitted plug is not suitable for the power points in your house or the cable is not long enough to reach a power point, you should obtain a suitable safety approved extension lead or consult your dealer for assistance.

However, if there is no alternative to cutting off the plug, remove the fuse and then safely dispose of the plug. Do not connect the plug to a mains jack, as there is a risk of shock hazard from the bared flexible cord.

To disconnect the apparatus from the mains, the plug must be pulled out from the mains socket, therefore the mains plug shall be readily operable.

The product unit accompanying this user manual is licenced under certain intellectual property rights of certain third parties.

Precautions

Important Safety Instructions

Read these operating instructions carefully before using the unit. Follow all the safety instructions listed below. Keep these operating instructions handy for future reference.

1. Read these instructions.

2. Keep these instructions.

3. Heed all warnings.

4. Follow all instructions.

5. Do not use this apparatus near water.

6. Clean only with a dry cloth.

7. Do not block any ventilation openings.

Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.

8. Do not install near any heat sources such

as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including AV receivers) that produce heat.

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9. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the

polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong are provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.

10. Protect the power cord from being walked on

or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where it exits the apparatus.

11. Only use attachments/accessories specified

by the manufacturer.

12. Use only with the cart,

stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over.

13. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms

or when unused for long periods of time.

14. Refer all servicing to qualified service

personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as when the power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.

Handling Cautions

• Do not expose this apparatus to dripping or splashing. Do not put objects filled with liquids, such as vases on the apparatus.

• To turn this apparatus off completely, you must pull the power plug out of the wall socket. Consequently, the power plug must be easily and readily accessible at all times.

• Do not touch the power plug with a wet hand. Otherwise, it can cause an electric shock.

• Do not plug multiple electric devices into the same wall socket. Ovedrloading a socket can cause it to overheat, resulting in a fire.

• Maintenance of Cabinet.

- Before connecting other components to this product, be sure to turn them off.

- If you move your product suddenly from a cold place to a warm place, condensation may occur on the operating parts and lens and cause abnormal disc playback. If this occurs, unplug the product, wait for two hours, and then connect the plug to the power outlet. Then, insert the disc, and try to play back again.

• If the product makes an abnormal noise or produces a burning smell or smoke, turn off the power switch immediately and disconnect the power plug from the wall outlet. Then, contact the nearest customer service centre for technical assistance. Do not use the product. Using the product as it is may cause a fire or an electric shock.

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Safety Information

Using the 3D function

IMPORTANT HEALTH AND SAFETY INFORMATION FOR 3D PICTURES. Read and understand the following safety information before using the 3D function.

• Some viewers may experience discomfort while viewing 3D TV such as dizziness, nausea, and headaches. If you experience any such symptom, stop viewing 3D TV, remove the 3D Active Glasses, and rest.

• Watching 3D images for an extended period of time may cause eye strain. If you feel eye strain, stop viewing 3D TV, remove your 3D Active Glasses, and rest.

• A responsible adult should frequently check on children who are using the 3D function. If there are any reports of tired eyes, headaches, dizziness, or nausea, have the child stop viewing 3D TV and rest.

• Do not use the 3D Active Glasses for other purposes. (Such as general eyeglasses, sunglasses, protective goggles, etc.)

• Do not use the 3D function or 3D Active Glasses while walking or moving around. Using the 3D function or 3D Active Glasses while moving around may cause you to bump into objects, trip, and/or fall, and cause serious injury.

• When displaying 3D programme with this model, the actual screen may appear as shown below:

• 3D programme reception, recording and playback of this model may not fully support 3D, due to the 3D broadcast format is not yet standardized worldwide. It is not the product’s malfunction or disorder.

• If you want to enjoy 3D content, connect a 3D device (3D compliant AV receiver or TV) to the product ’s HDMI OUT port using a high-speed HDMI cable. Put on 3D glasses before playing the 3D content.

• The product outputs 3D signals only through HDMI cable connected to the HDMI OUT port.

• As the video resolution in 3D play mode is fixed according to the resolution of the original 3D video, you can not change the resolution to your preference.

• Some functions such as BD Wise, screen size adjustment, and resolution adjustment may not operate properly in 3D play mode.

• You must use a high-speed HDMI cable for proper output of the 3D signal.

• Stay at least three times the width of the screen from the TV when watching 3D images. For example, if you have a 46-inch screen, stay 138 inches (11.5 feet) from the screen.

• Place the 3D video screen at eye level for the best 3D picture.

• When the product is connected to some 3D devices, the 3D effect may not function properly.

Screen Display Description

Same screen duplicates horizontally.

Same screen duplicates vertically.

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Contents

SAFETY INFORMATION

2 Warning 2 Precautions 2 Important Safety Instructions 3 Handling Cautions 4 Using the 3D function 4 Copyright

GETTING STARTED

7 Format Compatibility 7 Supported Types and Contents your product can

play

7 Available Recording Time for internal HDD 7 Logos of Product 8 Supported Formats 11 Accessories 12 Front Panel 13 Rear Panel 14 Remote Control

CONNECTIONS

16 Connecting to a TV with an Audio/Video cables

and RF cable

17 Connecting to a TV 17 Method 1 Using an HDMI cable (not included) -

Best Quality (Recommended)

17 Method 2 Using a Video and an Audio cable -

Good Quality

18 Connecting to an Audio System 18 Method 1 Connecting to an HDMI supported AV

receiver

18 Method 2 Connecting to an AV receiver with

Optical input

18 Method 3 Connecting to a Stereo Amplifier with

an Audio Cable

19 Connecting to a Network Router 19 Wired Network 19 Wireless Network

SETTINGS

20 The Setup Procedure 20 The Home Screen 20 Accessing the Settings Screen 21 Buttons on the Remote Control used for the

Settings menu

22 Settings Menu Functions 31 Networks and the Internet 31 Configuring Your Network Connection 33 Wi-Fi Direct 34 Soft AP 35 AllShare Settings 35 Device Name 35 Upgrading Software 35 Online 36 By Channel 36 By USB 36 By Downloaded 36 Standby Mode Upgrade

MEDIA PLAY

37 Insert a USB or Mobile Phone to the USB port 37 Accessing the AllShare Play Screen 38 Using the AllShare Play Function 38 To download the AllShare software 39 Playing content located in your PC on the

Samsung SMART PVR

39 Playing content located in your Mobile device on

the Samsung SMART PVR

39 Controlling with your mobile device 40 Controlling Video Playback 40 Buttons on the Remote Control used for Video

Playback

40 Using the Tools Menu

Contents

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41 Controlling Music Playback 41 Buttons on the Remote Control used for Music

Playback 42 Using the Tools Menu 42 Repeating Tracks 42 Shuffling Tracks 42 Creating a Playlist 43 Playing Photo Contents 43 Using the Tools Menu 44 Using the Tools Menu when a file

is highlighted

DTV FUNCTIONS

47 Watching TV Channels 47 Using the Tools Menu 48 Using the PIP (Picture-In-Picture) function 48 Editing Channels 48 Channel List 49 Channel Screen 49 Using the Tools Menu 49 Viewing the Guide Screen 50 Schedule Manager 50 Using the Teletext Service

ADVANCED FUNCTION

52 Recording 52 Checking Available Storage Size 52 Recording the current TV channel you are

watching 53 Simultaneous Recording 53 Timeshift function 55 Playing the Recorded Title 55 Editing the Recorded Title 55 Splitting a Section of a Title (Divide into two) 56 Splitting a Section of a Title (Partial Delete) 56 Copy 56 Copying Videos, Music or Photos 56 3D Functions 56 3D Converter 57 Adjusting the 3D Depth 57 Viewing DTV with the 3D effect

NETWORK SERVICES

58 Using Smart Hub 58 Smart Hub at a Glance 59 Using the Web Browser 60 Samsung Smart View 60 Dual View

APPENDIX

61 Network Service Disclaimer 61 Licence 63 Recommendation - EU Only 64 Additional Information 67 Troubleshooting 68 Repairs 69 Specifications

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Getting Started

Format Compatibility

Supported Types and Contents your product can play

Contents Details

VIDEO Indicates a function available in a USB storage media containing DivX, MKV, MP4 contents.

MUSIC Indicates a function available in a USB storage media containing MP3 or WMA contents.

PHOTO Indicates a function available in a USB storage media containing JPEG contents.

VIDEO MUSIC PHOTO

* For more information on the file format, refer to pages 8~10.

Indicates a function available on the HDD or USB.

Available Recording Time for internal HDD

You can record digital broadcast on the internal HDD as below. Depending on the actual broadcast, available recording time may be different with the table shown below In On Screen Display, you can check available recording time as shown in "high" case in the table shown below.

Broadcast Type Estimated Bitrate

8Mbps (Normal)

20Mbps (High)

5Mbps (Normal)

10Mbps (High)

STB-E7900 STB-E7500

257 Hours 102 Hours 411 Hours 205 Hours

Recording Time

124 Hours

49 Hours

199 Hours

99 Hours

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| NOTE |

Since the product's Timeshift and other implemented functions require a certain amount of HDD space allocated internally, the total size shown in the "Storage Device Manager" of Settings menu may differ from the HDD's capacity shown in the manual.

Logos of Product

DivX PAL broadcast System in U.K., France, Germany, etc.

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Supported Formats

Video File Support

File Extension Container Video Codec Resolution

*.avi

*.mkv

*.asf *.wmv *.mp4

*.3gp

*.vro *.mpg

*.mpeg

*.ts *.tp

*.trp *.mov

*.flv

*.vob

*.svi

*.m2ts

*.mts *.divx

*.webm

`Limitations

- Even when the file is encoded by a supported codec listed above, a file might not be played if its content has a problem.

- Normal playback is not guaranteed if the file’s container information is wrong or the file itself is corrupted.

- Files having higher Bit rate/frame rate than indicated in the table above may stutter when played back.

- Seek (skip) function is not available if the file’s index table is damaged.

- When you playback a file remotely through a network connection, video playback may stutter depending on the network speed.

- Some USB/Digital camera devices may not be compatible with the product.

`Video decoder

- Supports up to H.264 Level 4.1.

- Does not support H.264 FMO/ASO/RS, VC1 SP/MP/AP L4.

AVI

MKV

ASF MP4 3GP VRO VOB

WebM

WebM VP8

Divx 3.11/4.x/

5.x/6.x

MPEG4 SP/

ASP

H.264 BP/

MP/HP

Motion JPEG

Window

Media Video v9

MPEG2

MPEG1

VP6 640x480

SVAF

MVC

1920x1080 6~30 30

1920x1080

Frame rate

(fps)

24/25/30 40

6~30 8 Vorbis

Bit rate (Mbps) Audio Codec

AC3

LPCM

ADPCM

(IMA, MS)

AAC

HE-AAC

WMA DD+

MPEG(MP3)

DTS Core

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- CODECs except for MVC, VP8, VP6

1) Below 1280 x 720 : 60 frames max.

2) Above 1280 x 720 : 30 frames max.

3) Does not support GMC 2 or higher.

- Supports SVAF Top/Bottom, Side by Side.

- Supports BD MVC Spec.

`Audio decoder

- Supports WMA 10 PRO (Up to 5.1).

- Does not support WMA lossless audio.

- Does not support QCELP/AMR NB/WB.

- Supports vorbis (Up to 2ch), Supports codec only in webm container.

- Supported ADPCM IMA, MS. (MULAW, ALAW are not supported)

| NOTE |

\Playback of some MKV or MP4 file may not be supported

depending on their video resolution and frame rate.

Supported Subtitle File Formats

File

Extension

.ttxt .smi

.srt

.sub

.sub or.txt

.ssa

.ass

.psb

AVI

MKV

MP4

External

Internal

Name

MPEG-4 Timed text

SAMI

SubRip SubViewer Micro DVD

SubStation Alpha

Advanced SubStation

Alpha

Powerdivx

Xsub

SubStation Alpha

Advanced SubStation

Alpha

SubRip

MPEG-4 Timed text

Music File Support

File Extension Type Codec

*.mp3

*.m4a *.mpa

*.aac

*.flac

*.ogg

*.wma

MPEG

MPEG4

FLAC

OGG

WMA

MPEG1 Audio

Layer 3

AAC

FLAC

Vorbis

WMA

Picture File Support

File Extension Type Resolution

*.jpg

*.jpeg

*.png *.bmp *.mpo

JPEG

PNG BMP

MPO

15360x8640

1920x1080 1920x1080

15360x8640

Notes on the USB connection

• Your product supports USB storage media, MP3 products, digital cameras, and USB card readers.

• Some USB/digital camera devices may not be compatible with the product.

• Your product supports the FAT16, FAT32, and NTFS files systems (read only).

• Connect USB devices directly to the product’s USB port. Connecting through a USB cable may cause compatibility problems.

• Inserting more than one memory device into a multi-card reader may cause the reader to operate improperly.

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• The product supports the PTP protocol.

• Do not disconnect a USB device during a

"loading" process.

• The bigger the image resolution, the longer the image takes to display.

• This product cannot play MP3 files with DRM (Digital Rights Management) downloaded from commercial sites.

• Your product only supports video that is under 30fps (frame rate).

• Your product only supports USB Mass Storage Class (MSC) devices such as thumb drives, flash card readers and USB HDD. (HUB is not supported.)

• Certain USB HDD Devices, multi-card readers and thumb drives may not be compatible with this product.

• If some USB devices require excessive power, they may be limited by the circuit safety device.

• If playback from a USB HDD is unstable, provide additional power by plugging the HDD into a wall socket. If the problem continues, contact the USB HDD manufacturer.

• You must remove the USB storage device safely (by performing the "Safely Remove USB" function to prevent possible damage to the USB memory).

• SAMSUNG is not responsible for any data file damage or data loss.

• Your product does not support compression file, sparse file and encrption file of NTFS.

- Before disconnecting a USB device, please use USB Safety Removal.

- If you don't use USB Safety Removal, your data on USB device can be corrupted or lost

- You can repair or format a USB device on your Desktop PC. (MS-Windows OS only)

Connect a USB device before using the Timeshift and Recorded TV functions

Do not use a USB memory stick. We do not support a USB memory stick.

We recommend using a USB HDD with at least 5400 rpm, but a USB HDD of RAID type is not supported.

• To use the Timeshift mode or the Recorded TV function, a connected USB device must be execute the Device Format function to proper form for recording.

- During the device formatting, do not disconnect the device while formatting is in progress. If you format the device, all files will be deleted.

- Before formatting your device to this product, please back up your files to prevent them from damage or loss of data. SAMSUNG is not responsible for any data file damage or data loss.

• Recorded videos are DRM (digital rights managements) protected and cannot be played on a PC or other product. Note that files saved on the TV cannot be used after the main board is changed.

• At least 100MB of free space is required for recording.

• Recording will stop if the storage's free space becomes less than 50 MB.

• If the USB device has failed the Device Performance Test, the USB device must go through the Device Format and Device Performance Test again before you record with the Guide or Channel Manager. If the device has failed the Performance Test, It cannot be used for recording.

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Accessories

Check for the supplied accessories below.

Audio/Video cable RF cable for TV Remote Control

Batteries for Remote Control (AAA Size) User Manual

POWER

RECEIVER

1 2 3

4 5 6

7 8 9

AD/SUBTITLE

CH LIST HOME GUIDE

A B C D

SMART HUB

DIGITAL

SOCIAL REC REC PAUSE

PANDORA SUBTITLE

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FUNCTION TV SOURCE

SUBTITLE

INPUT

TITLE MENU

AUDIO

TV MUTE

TV SOURCE

2D 3D

SUBTITLE

INPUT

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Front Panel

PROG BUTTON

STOP BUTTONREC BUTTON

PROG BUTTON

USB HOST

| NOTE |

\To upgrade the product's software through the USB Host jack, you must use a USB memory stick. \You must obtain a "CI CAM with CI or CI+ CARD" from a local cable service provider. \When removing the "CI CAM with CI or CI+ CARD", carefully pull it out with your hands since dropping the "CI CAM with CI

or CI+ CARD" may cause damage to it. \Insert the "CI CAM with CI or CI+ CARD" in the direction marked on the card. \The location of the CI card slot may be different depending on the model. \"CI CAM with CI or CI+ CARD" is not supported in some countries and regions; check with your authorized dealer.

If you have any problems, please contact a service provider.

COMMON

INTERFACE SLOT

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Rear Panel

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ANT OUT (TO TV)

ANT IN

HDMI OUT

LAN

USB HOST

AUDIO OUT

DIGITAL AUDIO OUT

VIDEO OUT

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Remote Control

Tour of the Remote Control

Turn the product on and off.

Press this to operate a TV.

Press this to operate Samsung SMART

Press numeric buttons to operate options

or to access channels directly.

Press this to set audio description and

Press to skip backwards or forwards.

Stops playback or recording.

Mutes the speakers of your TV.

TV volume adjustment.

PVR.

subtitle.

POWER

RECEIVER

1 2 3

4 5 6

7 8 9

AD/SUBTITLE

TV MUTE

TV SOURCE

SUBTITLE

FUNCTION TV SOURCE

INPUT

TITLE MENU

AUDIO

Turn the TV on and off.

Press this to see the full screen on a TV.

Alternately selects Teletext, Double or Mix.

Press this to select Dual I II.

Press to search backwards or forwards. Press this to pause a playback or pause the

Timeshift function. Press this to play or start the Timeshift function.

Press this to select a TV channel.

Displays channel lists on the screen.

Press to move to the home screen.

Press to use Tools menu.

Use to select menu items and change

Return to the previous menu.

Press to use Smart Hub.

Press to search contents.

Press this to use web browser function.

Press this to use Social TV.

Press this to use PIP function

menu value.

Installing batteries

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CH LIST HOME GUIDE

A B C D

SMART HUB

DIGITAL

SOCIAL REC REC PAUSE

PANDORA SUBTITLE

SUBTITLE

2D 3D

INPUT

| NOTE |

\If the remote does not operate properly:

- Check the polarity +/– of the batteries.

- Check if the batteries are drained.

- Check if the remote sensor is blocked by obstacles.

- Check if there is any fluorescent lighting nearby.

| CAUTION |

\Dispose of batteries according to local environmental

regulations. Do not put them in the household trash.

After setup, allows you to set the input source on your TV.

Displays the EPG (Electronic Programme Guide.)

Press this to display the playback information during playing a content in USB/HDD or display the information of TV channel.

Press to exit the menu.

These buttons are used both for menus on the product.

Press this when you want to use 3D function.

Press this to pause during recording.

Press this to make a recording.

Setting the Remote Control to Operate

Your TV



To determine whether your television is compatible, follow the instructions below.

1. Turn your television on.

2. Point the remote control towards the

television.

3. Press the TV button to set the TV mode.

4. Press and hold the TV POWER button, and

then enter the two-figure code in the table to the right that corresponds to the brand of your television by pressing the appropriate number buttons. If your television is compatible with the remote control, it will Turn off. The remote is now programmed to operate the TV.

| NOTE |

\If several codes are listed for your television brand, try

each one in turn until you find one that works.

\If you replace the remote control’s batteries, you must set

the brand code again.

You can control certain functions of your TV with

this remote control.

Button Function

TV POWER Number

TV VOL +/–

TV MUTE

,/.

PROG (

TV SOURCE

Used to Turn the television on and off. Used to input number directly. Used to adjust the volume of the

television. Used to toggle the sound on and off.

)

Used to select the desired channel. Used to select an external source

connected to the TV.

| NOTE |

\The functions listed above will not necessarily work on all

televisions. If you encounter problems, use the TV remote control.

TV Control Codes

Brand Code

TV POWER+01, +02,

SAMSUNG

OLUFSEN

BLAUPUNKT TV POWER+71

BRIONVEGA TV POWER+57

CONTINENTAL

DAEWOO

EMERSON TV POWER+64

FERGUSON TV POWER+73

FORMENTI TV POWER+57

GRADIENTE TV POWER+70

GRUNDIG

IMPERIAL TV POWER+52

LOEWE OPTA TV POWER+06, +57

MAGNAVOX TV POWER+40

MITSUBISHI

NEWSAN TV POWER+68

+03, +04, +05, +06, +07, +08, +09

AIWA TV POWER+82

TV POWER+10, +11,

ANAM

+12, +13, +14, +15, +16, +17, +18

BANG &

TV POWER+57

BRANDT TV POWER+73

CGE TV POWER+52

TV POWER+75

EDISON

TV POWER+19, +20, +23, +24, +25, +26, +27, +28, +29, +30, +31, +32, +33, +34

TV POWER+06,

FINLUX

+49, +57

FUJITSU TV POWER+84

TV POWER+49, +52, +71

TV POWER+60,

HITACHI

+72, +73, +75

JVC TV POWER+61, +79

TV POWER+06, +19,

+20, +21, +22, +78

LOEWE TV POWER+06, +69

METZ TV POWER+57

TV POWER+06, +48, +62, +65

MIVAR TV POWER+52, +77

NEC TV POWER+83

Brand Code

NOBLEX TV POWER+66

NOKIA TV POWER+74

NORDMENDE

PANASONIC

PHONOLA

RADIOMARELLI TV POWER+57

SCHNEIDER TV POWER+06

SINUDYNE TV POWER+57

TELEFUNKEN

THOMSON

THOMSON ASIA TV POWER+80, +81

TV POWER+72, +73, +75

TV POWER+53, +54, +74, +75

TV POWER+06,

PHILIPS

+55, +56, +57

TV POWER+06, +56, +57

TV POWER+58,

PIONEER

+59, +73, +74

RADIOLA TV POWER+06, +56

RCA TV POWER+45, +46

REX TV POWER+74

TV POWER+57,

SABA

+72, +73, +74, +75

SALORA TV POWER+74

TV POWER+41,

SANYO

+42, +43, +44, +48

SELECO TV POWER+74

TV POWER+36,

SHARP

+37, +38, +39, +48

SIEMENS TV POWER+71

SINGER TV POWER+57

SONY TV POWER+35, +48

TELEAVA TV POWER+73

TV POWER+67, +73, +75, +76

TV POWER+72, +73, +75

TV POWER+47,

TOSHIBA

+48, +49, +50,

+51, +52 WEGA TV POWER+57

YOKO TV POWER+06

ZENITH TV POWER+63

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ConnectionsConnections

Connecting to a TV with an Audio/Video cables and RF cable

1. Connect the RF cable as shown.

2. Using video/audio cables, connect the VIDEO OUT (yellow) / AUDIO OUT (white and red)

terminals on the rear of the product to the VIDEO IN (yellow) / AUDIO IN (white and red) terminals of your TV.

3. Plug in the product and TV.

4. Turn on the product and TV.

Red

To ANT IN

White

Yellow

To TV

RF cable

To ANT INPUT

| NOTE |

\The RF cable connection of this product sends only signals of TV. You must connect the Audio/Video cables to watch output

from your product. \Noise may be generated if the audio cable is placed too close to the power cable. \If you want to connect to an AV receiver, please refer to the AV receiver connection pages. (See page 18) \The number and position of terminals may vary depending on your TV set. Please refer to the user manual of your TV. \If there is only one audio input terminal on the TV, connect it to the AUDIO OUT (Red/white) terminal of the product.

| CAUTION |

\Do not connect the product to your TV through a VCR. Video signals fed through VCRs may be affected by copyright

protection systems and the picture will be distorted on the television.

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Audio

Video

Connecting to a TV

1. Connect the product to your TV using one of the methods illustrated below.

2. Turn on the product and TV.

- Do not connect the power cord until you have made all the other connections.

- When you change the connections, turn off all devices before you start.

3. Press the input selector on your TV remote control until the signal from the product appears on the

TV screen.

Method 1 Using an HDMI cable (not included) - Best Quality (Recommended)

Method 2 Using a Video and an Audio cable - Good Quality

Red

White

Yellow

Method 1

Audio Video

Audio

Match the colours

Method 2

Video

Match the colours

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| NOTE |

\If you use an HDMI-to-DVI cable to connect to your display device, you must also connect the Digital Audio Out on the

product to audio system to hear audio. \An HDMI cable outputs digital video/audio, so you don’t need to connect an audio cable. \Depending on your TV, certain HDMI output resolutions may not work. Please refer to the user manual of your TV. \When you connect the product to the TV using the HDMI cable for the first time or to a new TV, the HDMI output resolution

will be automatically set to the highest supported by the TV. \A long HDMI cable may cause a screen noise. If this occurs, set Deep Colour to Off in the menu. \If the product is connected to your TV in the HDMI 720p, 1080i, or 1080p output mode, you must use a High speed (category

2) HDMI cable.

\HDMI outputs only a pure digital signal to the TV.

If your TV does not support HDCP (High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection), random noise appears on the screen. \You must have an HDMI connection to enjoy videos with 3D technology.

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Connections

Connecting to an Audio System

You can connect the product to an audio system using one of the three methods illustrated below.

2. Turn on the product, audio system and TV.

- Do not connect the power cord until you have made all the other connections.

- When you change the connections, turn off all devices before you start.

3. Press the input selector of the connected audio system and TV until the video signal from the

product appears on your TV and you hear the audio signal through your audio system.

Method 1 Connecting to an HDMI supported AV receiver

• Use an HDMI cable (not included)

• Best quality (Recommended)

Method 2 Connecting to an AV receiver with Optical input

• Use an Optical Cable (not included)

• Better quality

• You will hear sound only throuugh the front two speakers with Digital Output set to PCM.

Method 3 Connecting to a Stereo Amplifier with an Audio Cable

• Good Quality

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Method 3

Audio

Method 1

Audio/Video

Method 2

Audio

Red

White

Connecting to a Network Router

You can connect your product to your network router using one of the methods illustrated below.

Wired Network

Broadband modem

(with integrated router)

Broadband

Router

Broadband

modem

| NOTE |

\Internet access to Samsung’s software update server

may not be allowed, depending on the router you use or

your ISP’s policy. For more information, contact your ISP

(Internet Service Provider). \DSL users, please use a router to make a network

connection. \To use the AllShare function with your PC, you must

connect your PC.

service

Broadband service

Wireless Network

Wireless Router

Broadband

service

| NOTE |

\If the wireless router supports DHCP, your product can

use a DHCP or static IP address to connect to the wireless network.

\Set your wireless router to Infrastructure mode. Ad-hoc

mode is not supported.

\The product supports only the following wireless security

key protocols:

- WEP (OPEN/SHARED), WPA-PSK (TKIP/AES), WPA2-

PSK (TKIP/AES)

\Select a channel on the wireless router that is not

currently being used. If the channel set for the wireless router is currently being used by another device nearby, it will result in interference and communication failure.

\If you select the Pure High-throughput (Greenfield)

802.11n mode and set the Encryption type on your router or router to WEP, TKIP or TKIP-AES (WPS2Mixed), the product will not support a connection in compliance with new Wi-Fi certification specifications.

\If your router 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.

\Wireless LAN, by its nature, may cause interference,

depending on the operating conditions (router performance, distance, obstacles, interference by other radio devices, etc).

To use the AllShare function with your PC, you must connect your PC.

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SettingsSettings

The Setup Procedure

• The Home screen will not appear if you do not configure the initial settings.

• The OSD (On Screen Display) of this product may change after you upgrade the software version.

• The access steps may differ depending on the menu you selected.

The Setup Procedure lets you set the OSD and menu languages, configure the connection to your home network, choose the aspect ratio output (screen size and format) that is correct for your TV, and search desired channels.

| NOTE |

\When the product is connected to the TV for the first

time, the product turns on automatically. This is normal operation.

\Password : Enter the desired 4-digit password using the

number buttons.

- France, Italy : You can not set the password to "0000".

Please choose other numbers.

- Others : Default password is set to 0000.

\Channel Ordering menu can be displayed when the

country set to Italy.

The Home Screen

Channel : Lets you configure your TV channels with

features such as country and auto tune.

Schedule Manager : Lets you set or edit recording

schedules.

Settings : Opens the Settings menu.

`To select an option on the Home screen:

1. Use the ◄► buttons to move the cursor so

that it highlights your choice, and then press

button.

TV Aspect Ratio 16:9 Original

Display

Smart Hub Screen Size Size 3

BD Wise On

Audio

Resolution Auto

Channel

DTV Smart Resolution Off Movie Frame (24Fs) Auto

Network

HDMI Colour Format Auto

System

HDMI Deep Colour Auto

Support

| NOTE |

\In the Home menu screen, it will switch to DTV Channel

mode after 3 minutes. When accessing the Settings menu, the screen saver will be activated after 5 minutes.

Accessing the Settings Screen

Settings

Set various functions to suit your personal preferences.

AllShare Play Schedule ManagerChannel

Smart Hub

Smart Hub : Starts Smart Hub. From Smart Hub,

you can access YouTube, games, and other apps.

AllShare Play : Lets you select contents located on connected devices by type to view or play. You can

select videos, photos, or music.

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1. Select Settings on the Home screen, and

then press v button. The Settings screen appears.

2. To access the Settings menus, sub-menus,

and options, please refer to the remote control illustration and the setting table (See pages 21~30).

TITLE MENU

FUNCTION TV SOURCE

POWER

RECEIVER

1 2 3

4 5 6

7 8 9

SUBTITLE

INPUT

AD/SUBTITLE

AUDIO

TV MUTE

TV SOURCE

CH LIST HOME GUIDE

Buttons on the Remote Control used for the Settings menu

2 4

HOME Button : Press to move to the Home screen.

RETURN Button : Return to the previous menu.

(Enter) / DIRECTION Buttons :

• Press ▲▼◄► to move the cursor or select an item.

• Press the v button to activate the currently selected item or confirm a setting.

EXIT Button : Press to exit the current menu.

Detailed Function Information

Each Settings function, menu item, and individual option is explained in detail on-screen. To view an explanation, use the ▲▼◄► buttons to select the function, menu item, or option. The explanation will usually appear on the screen. A short description of each Settings function starts on the next page. Additional information on some of the functions is also in the Appendix of this manual.

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Settings

Settings Menu Functions

Display

TV Aspect Ratio

Smart Hub Screen Size

BD Wise

Resolution

DTV Smart Resolution

Movie Frame (24Fs)

HDMI Colour Format

HDMI Deep Colour

Lets you adjust the output of the product to the screen size of your TV.

Lets you select the optimal size for the Smart Hub Screen.

Provides optimal picture quality when connected to a Samsung TV that supports the "BD Wise" function. The picture will be richer and better quality.

Set the output resolution of the HDMI video signal. The number indicates the number of lines of video per frame. The i and p indicate interlaced and progressive scan, respectively. The more lines, the higher quality.

Use this function to automatically optimise screen resolution for digital broadcasts.

| NOTE |

\When you use the BD wise function, this menu will not

appear.

Setting the Movie Frame (24Fs) feature to Auto lets the play adjust its HDMI output to 24 frames per second for improved picture quality.

•

You can enjoy the Movie Frame (24Fs) feature only on a TV supporting this frame rate.

•

Movie Frame is only available when the product is in the HDMI 1080i or 1080p output resolution modes.

| NOTE |

\When you use the BD wise function, this menu will not

appear.

Lets you set the colour space format for HDMI output to match the capabilities of the connected device (TV, monitor, etc).

Lets you output video from the HDMI OUT jack with Deep colour. Deep colour provides more accurate colour reproduction with greater colour depth.

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Audio

Digital Output

PCM Downsampling Set whether to use downsampling processing or not.

Set Digital output option suitable for your TV or AV Receiver. For more details, please refer to the digital output selection table. (See page 66)

Audio

Set Dynamic Range Control option for Dolby Digital and Dolby Digital Plus.

Off : You can enjoy original sound without

compressing Dynamic Range of the sound.

On : The Dynamic Range is compressed appropriately

by boosting low level sound and reducing extremely

Dynamic Range Control

Downmixing Mode Select Downmix method for stereo output.

Audio Sync

Connected Device

loud sound.

| NOTE |

\This Setting is not applied to HDMI and Optical output in

case of "Digital Output" setting is "Bitstream(Unprocessed)" and the "Audio Description" is set to "Off".

\This Setting is not applied when you are watching DTV

Program.

In some cases when the product is connected to a digital TV, the audio signal may not synchronize with the video signal. If this occurs, adjust the audio delay time to match the video signal.

•

You can set the audio delay time between 0 msec and 200 msec. Adjust it to the optimal setting.

| NOTE |

\The audio delay time you specify may not be exact depending

on the played content.

Choose an equipment that you have connected to this product to hear the sound in addition to your TV. Loudness of DTV Program will be adjusted according to your equipment.

AV Receiver : Select this If you use a general AV

Receiver / Home Theatre Equipment or a Television to hear sound.

AV Receiver (Offset Mode) : Slect this if your case is

one of two shown below.

- If you use THX Certified AV Receiver / Home Theatre Equipment.

- In case "Digital Output" is set to "Bitstream", and If you feel the the Dolby Audio much louder than MPEG1 Layer2 Audio while watching DTV Program, select this even if your AV Receiver is not THX Certified one.



Stereo Device : Select this if you use a Stereo Amplifier or Recording Device that support Optical Digital Audio Input as PCM format.

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Settings

Audio

Channel

Connected Device

Aerial

Country

| NOTE |

For users whose TV is the only sound-producing device:

If the TV does not support Dolby Digital bitstream input via HDMI, no specific setting is required.

If the TV supports Dolby Digital bitstream input via HDMI, set "Digital Output" to "PCM". By doing so, the "Connected Device" will not require further setup.

\If the DTV Program you are watching is produced according

to EBU R128, The Average Loudness between MPEG1 Layer2 Audio and Dolby Digital / Dolby Digital Plus audio can be reduced. If the DTV Program do not meet the EBU R128, There may be still some amount of difference of average Loudness between a TV Programs.

\Substantial number of AV Receiver / Home Theatre Device

decode Dolby Digital / Dolby Digital Plus with +4dB OFFSET when compared to same encoding level of PCM input. This kind of product include both THX Certified one and also none THX Certified one. If user select "AV Receiver(Offset mode)", the average loudness between Dolby Digtial / Dolby Digital Plus audio decoded by such a product and MPEG1 Layer2 Audio decoded by this product will be similar.

Selects an appropriate type of antenna for digital broadcasts. Before your product can begin memorizing the available channels, you must specify the type of signal source that is connected to the this product.

Select this to change the country. Enter the desired 4-digit password using the number buttons. Default password is set to 0000.

| NOTE |

\Password : Enter the desired 4-digit password using the

number buttons.

- France, Italy : You can not set the password to "0000".

Please choose other numbers.

- Others : Default password is set to 0000.

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Channel

Auto Tuning

Manual Tuning

Cable Search Option

Transfer Channel List

Edit Channel Number

Scans for all channels with active broadcast stations and stores them.

Scans for a channel automatically and stores in the product.

Automatically allocated programme numbers may not correspond to actual or desired programme numbers.

Scans for a channel manually and stores in the product. When scanning has finished, channels are updated in the channel list.

Sets additional search options such as the frequency and symbol rate for a cable network search.

This function can import or export the channel map. You should connect a USB storage to use this function.

Export to USB : Export channel list to USB.

This function is available when USB is connected.

Import from USB : Import channel list from USB.

| NOTE |

\If you set the country to Netherlands and Antenna source set

to cable, this menu will not appear.

Use this to change channel number. When channel number is changed, channel information is not updated automatically. If this menu does not appear, Select Channel on the Home screen, and then press TOOLS button.

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Network

Network Settings

Network Status Lets you check the current network and Internet status.

Wi-Fi Direct

Soft AP

Configure the network connection so you can enjoy various features such as Internet services or AllShare Wi-Fi functionality, and perform software Updates.

Lets you connect a Wi-Fi Direct device to the product using a peer-to-pear network, without a wireless router. By Wi-Fi Direct, you may use one device to control other devices.

Lets you connect other types of Wi-Fi devices to the product wirelessly. Requires that you create a security

key which you must enter into the other Wi-Fi devices when you are connecting them to the network.

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Settings

Network

System

AllShare Settings

Device Name

Setup

Clock

Data Service

Anynet+(HDMI-CEC)

Manage your network connected devices and set this product's hard drive sharing options.

Device List : Set whether to allow a network

connected device, like a mobile device or tablet, to share content with or control this product.

Share hard drive : Set whether to share contents

from this product with other network connected devices, such as mobile devices.

Lets you input a name for the product that will identify it on your networks.

Sets the channels and the time when setting up this product for the first time or when resetting it.

Sets the current date and time.

| NOTE |

\If Schedule Viewing and Schedule Recording is set using

GUIDE, Channel List, or Info menu, It will work based on the time information of the TV programme. If you set the Clock Mode to Manual and change time manually, Schedule Viewing and Schedule Recording function can be limited or work abnormally.

Enable or disable the data service autorun feature, which activates data service automatically.

| NOTE |

This menu can be displayed when the country set to Germany, Austria, Switzerland, France, Spain, Belgium, and Netherlands.

\Data Service allows you to use information (text, still images,

graphics, documents, software, etc.) transmitted via broadcast media if the channel you are currently watching provides data service.

\In some countries, the Data Service item will not be listed in

the menu.

\Some data services are available only when the product is

connected to the network.

\During recording, data service is not available.

Anynet+ is a convenient function that offers linked operations with other Samsung products that have the Anynet+ feature. To operate this function, connect this product to an Anynet+ Samsung TV using an HDMI cable.

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System

Storage Device Manager

Device Manager

Manage storage devices such as internal HDD or an external HDD connected via USB port for recording.

Format Device : Format selected device. All contents

will be deleted from that device.

Check Device : Check to see if there is an error with

the selected device.

Device Performance Test : Test the recording

performance of the device.

Select Device for Recording : Change the location

of where you store recorded files.

| NOTE |

\Since the product's Timeshift and other implemented

functions require a certain amount of HDD space allocated internally, the total size shown in the "Storage Device Manager" of Settings menu may differ from the HDD's capacity shown in the manual. (See page 52)

You can connect a wireless USB keyboard or mouse to the USB port on the front of the product.

Keyboard settings : Lets you configure a wireless

USB keyboard connected to the product.

| NOTE |

You can use the Keyboard only when a QWERTY keyboard screen or window appears in the Web Browser and Smart Hub.

Mouse settings : Lets you configure a wireless USB

mouse connected to the product. You can use the mouse in the product's menu in the same way you use a mouse on your PC.

| NOTE |

\You can use the mouse only when a screen or window

appears in the Web Browser and Smart Hub.

`To use a mouse with the product's menu:

Connect the USB mouse to the product.

Click the primary button you selected in Mouse Settings. The Simple Menu appears.

Click the menu options you want.

| NOTE |

\Depending on the model of the USB HID keyboard and mouse

may not be compatible with your product. \Some HID keyboard keys may not work. \Wired USB keyboards are not supported. \Some applications may not be supported. \If a wireless HID Keyboard does not operate because of

interference, move the keyboard closer to the product.

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Settings

System

Language

Security

General

You can select the language you prefer.

•

The selected language will only appear if it is supported broadcast channel.

When you access this function, the security screen appears. Enter the your Security password. (The default password is 0000.)

DTV Channel Lock : You can lock some channels

using the Channel Lock function so that children cannot watch them.

DTV Program Rating Lock : This function works

in conjunction with DTV that have been assigned a rating, which helps you control the types of DTV that your family watches. Select the rating level you want to set.

Change PIN : Change the 4-digit password used to

access security functions.

`If you forgot your password

1. Press the HOME Button to move to the Home

screen.

2. Remove USB storage device.

3. Press and hold the @ button on the front panel

for 5 seconds or more. All settings will revert to the factory settings.

| NOTE |

\Password : Enter the desired 4-digit password using the

number buttons.

- France, Italy : You can not set the password to "0000".

Please choose other numbers.

- Others : Default password is set to 0000.

You can change the options listed below to match your preferences.

Advanced Music Copy : When you copy music files,

information can be updated automatically. The copying time may be increased.

| NOTE |

\This feature is available only when the product is connected

to the network



Menu Transparency : Adjust the transparency of the menu box.

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System

DivX® Video On Demand

Common Interface

View DivX® VOD Registration Codes to purchase and play DivX® VOD contents.

Show the CI Menu Information screen.

CI Menu : This enables the user to select from the

CAM provided menu. Select the CI Menu based on the menu PC Card.

Application Info. : View information on the

CAM(Conditional Access Module) inserted into the CI slot and on the "CI CAM with CI or CI+ CARD" which is inserted into the CAM. You can install the CAM anytime whether the product is on or off.

Purchase a CI CAM at your nearest dealer or by phone.

Firmly insert the "CI CAM with CI or CI+ CARD"

Insert the CAM with the "CI CAM with CI or CI+ CARD" into the common interface slot, in the direction of the arrow so that it aligns parallel with the slot.

Check if you can see a picture on a scrambled signal channel.

| NOTE |

\This product works with CI and CI+ CAM.

But in case of some local DVB-T association, this product

may not have perfect compatibility with all kinds of CAM. \If the inserted CAM does not operate properly, pull the CAM

CARD out of the product and insert it into the slot again. \If a popup message appears, please take a step referring

the follows.(This is not a product malfunction. Please contact

your service provider for more information.)

1. "Wrong smart card inserted." : Smart card is

inserted incorrectly.

2. " Inserted smart card not supported." : Wrong

smart card is inserted

3. "The credit of your smart card has expired. Your

smart card is not authorized for this service." : The credit of your smart card has expired.

4. "No smart card is inserted." : Smart card is not

inserted correctly.

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Settings

Support

Software Update

Contact Samsung

Remote Management

Reset

Software Update menu lets you upgrade your product’s software to the latest version.

Provides contact information for assistance with your product.

Remote management lets our Call Centre access your samsung product remotely to troubleshoot a problem.

To use this program, please accept the Terms of Service Agreement.

| NOTE |

\To connect to remote management, please contact our call

centre first.

\Remote management service might not be available in some

countries.

Resets all settings to their default settings except for the network and Smart Hub settings. The default security PIN is 0000.

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