Samsung SyncMaster TA550, SyncMaster TA300 User Manual

TA350

TA550

LED TV MONITOR

(MFM TV)

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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.

Still image warning

Avoid displaying still images (such as jpeg picture files) or still image elements (such as TV channel logos, panorama or 4:3 image format, stock or news bars at screen bottom etc.) on the screen. Constant displaying of still picture can cause ghosting of screen, which will affect image quality. To reduce risk of this effect, please follow below recommendations:

•Avoid displaying the same TV channel for long periods.

•Always try to display a full screen image.

•Reducing brightness and contrast will help to avoid the appearance of after-images.

•Use all TV features designed to reduce image retention and screen burn, refer to proper user manual section for details.

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.The actual appearance of the TV may differ from the images in this manual, depending on the model.

Be careful when you touch the TV. Some parts can be somewhat hot.

Installation with a stand

Installation with a wall-mount

10 cm

10 cm

10 cm

	10 cm
10 cm	10 cm
	10 cm

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Contents

	4	Safety Precautions
Getting Started
4	11	List of Features
	11	Accessories
	12	Installing the Stand
	13	Viewing the Control Panel
	14	Viewing the Remote Control
	15	Connecting to an Antenna
Connections
15	15	Plug & Play (Initial Setup)
	16	Connecting to an AV Device
	18	Connecting to an Audio Device
	19	Connecting to a PC
	20	Changing the Input Source

Basic Features

20

20How to Navigate Menus

21Using the INFO button (Now & Next guide)

21Using the Channel Menu

24Channel Menu

24Picture Menu

27Sound Menu

28Setting the Time

	33	Using the My Contents
Advanced Features
33	38	Anynet+ (HDMI-CEC)
	42	Installing the Device Driver
Other Information
42	43	Attaching a Wall Mount/Desktop Stand
	44	Assembling the Cables
	44	Anti-theft Kensington Lock
	45	Troubleshooting
	48	License
	49	Specifications
	50	Index

ENGLISH

Check the Symbol!

t

TOOLS	Note	Step by Step Guide
This function can be used by	Indicates additional information.	Check here for instructions on how to open the
pressing the TOOLS button on		relevant submenu within the OSD (on screen
the remote control.		display).

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Getting Started

				Safety Precautions
Icons used for safety precautions
			Warning	Failing to follow the precautions marked with this sign may result in a serious injury or
				even a fatality.
			Caution	Failing to follow the precautions marked with this sign may result in a personal injury or
				property damage.

	Do not perform.
	Must be followed.
	CAUTION			This symbol indicates that high voltage is
				present inside. It is dangerous to make any kind
	RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN			of contact with any internal part of this product.
	CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK,			This symbol alerts you that important literature
	DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). THERE ARE
	NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER ALL			concerning operation and maintenance has
	SERVICING TO QUALIFIED PERSONNEL.			been included with this product.

¦¦ Power Related

The following images are for your reference and may differ depending on models and countries.

Warning

Avoid using a damaged power cord or plug or a loose power

outlet.

yy Otherwise, it may result in electric shock or fire.

Avoid plugging in or unplugging the power supply with wet hands.

yy Otherwise, it may result in electric shock.

!

Avoid connecting multiple electric appliances to a single wall outlet.

yy Otherwise, it may result in fire due to overheating of the wall outlet.

Plug the power plug in firmly.

yy Otherwise, it may result in fire.

Make sure to connect the power cord to a grounded wall outlet (for insulation class 1 equipment only).

yy Otherwise, it may result in

electric shock or injury.

!

Keep the power cord and the product away from a heater.

yy Otherwise, it may result in electric shock or fire.

Avoid bending or twisting the power cord excessively and avoid placing heavy objects on the cord.

yy Otherwise, it may result in electric shock or fire due to a damaged power cord.

If the pins of the power plug or the wall outlet are covered in dust, clean it using a dry cloth.

yy Otherwise, it may result in fire.

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Caution

!

Avoid unplugging the power plug while the product is operating.

yy Otherwise, it may damage the product due to electric shock.

When unplugging the power plug from the wall outlet, make sure to hold it by the plug and not by the cord.

yy Otherwise, it may result in electric shock or fire.

Make sure to use only the power

	cord supplied by our company. In
	addition, do not use the power cord
	of another electric appliance.
!	yy Otherwise, it may result in
	electric shock or fire.

Connect the power plug to a wall outlet that can be easily reached.

yy	When a problem occurs
	with the product, you must
!	unplug the power plug to cut
	the power off completely.
	You cannot cut the power
	off completely using only the
	power button on the product.

¦¦ Installation Related

Warning

Avoid placing burning candles, mosquitorepellentor cigarettes on

the product.

yy Otherwise, it may result in fire.

Avoid installing the product in a badly-ventilated location such as inside a bookshelf or closet.

yy Otherwise, it may result in fire due to internal over-heating.

		Ask an installation engineer or
		relevant company to install the
		product onto the wall.
		yy Otherwise, it may result in
	!	injury.
		yy Make sure to use the specified
		wall mount.
		Keep the plastic bags used to pack
		the product away from children.
		yy If children place the plastic
		bags over their heads, they may
	!	suffocate.

Avoid installing the product in a location that is unstable or exposed to excessive vibration

such as on an unstable or slanted shelf.

yy The product may fall and this may result in damage to the product or injury.

yy If you use the product in a location exposed to excessive vibrations, it may result in a problem with the product or fire.

!

Avoid installing the product in a location exposed to dust, moisture (sauna), oil, smoke or water (rain drops) and installing it within a vehicle.

yy This may result in electric shock or fire.

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Avoid installing the product in a location exposed to direct sunlight and installing the product near a heat source such as a fireplace or heater.

yy This may shorten the product life cycle or cause fire.

Avoid installing the product where children may reach it.

yy If a child touches the product, the product may fall and this may result in injury.

yy Since the front part is heavier, install the product on a flat and stable surface.

	Bend the outdoor antenna cable		Install the antenna far away from
	downwards at the location where		any high voltage cables.
	it comes in the house so that		yy If the antenna touches or falls
	rainwater does not flow in.		onto a high voltage cable, it
!	yy If rainwater enters the product,	!	may result in electric shock or
	it may result in electric shock		fire.

or fire.

Caution

Do not let the product drop while

moving it.

yy This may result in a problem with the product or injury.

!

When installing the product on a console or shelf, make sure that the front of the product does not protrude out of the console or shelf.

		yy Otherwise, this may cause the	!
		product to fall off and result in
		a malfunction or injury.
		yy Make sure to use a cabinet or
		shelf suitable to the size of the
		product.
		If the product is installed in a
		location where the operating
		conditions vary considerably,
	SAMSUNG	a serious quality problem may
		occur due to the surrounding
!
		environment. In this case, install
		the product only after consulting
		one of our service engineers about
		the matter.

yy Places exposed to microscopic dust, chemicals, too high or low temperature, high humidity, airports or stations where the product is continuously used.

Do not place the product face down on the floor.

yy This may damage the panel of the product.

When putting the product down, handle it gently.

yy Otherwise, it may result in a problem with the product or injury.

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Getting Started

¦¦ Cleaning Related

Warning

	Before cleaning the product,	When cleaning the product, do
	unplug the power cord.	not spray water directly over the
	yy Otherwise, it may result in	product parts.
	electric shock or fire.	yy Make sure that water does not
	!	enter the product.
		yy Otherwise, it may result in fire,
		electric shock or a problem with
		the product.

Caution

!

Avoid spraying cleansing agent directly onto the product.

yy This may result in discoloration
or cracking of the exterior
of the product or the panel	!
coming off.

If you can't get the product clean
with just the supplied cloth, use a
soft, damp cloth with a "monitor-
exclusive cleansing agent" and
wipe the product with it.	!
yy If no monitor-exclusive
cleansing agent is available,
dilute a cleansing agent with
water at a ratio of 1:10 before
cleaning the product.

When cleaning the product, disconnect the power cord and clean the product with the supplied cleaning cloth.

yy Avoid using chemicals such as wax, benzene, alcohol, thinner, mosquitorepellent, fragrance, lubrication or cleansing agent when cleaning the product.

This may result in the exterior being deformed or the print being removed.

Since the exterior of the product is easily scratched, be sure to use the supplied cleansing cloth.

¦¦ Usage Related

Warning

Since a high voltage runs through		To move the product, turn the
the product, never disassemble,		power off and unplug the power
repair or modify the product		cord, the antenna cable and any
yourself.		other wires connected to the
yy Otherwise, it may result in fire	!	product.
or electric shock.		yy Otherwise, it may result in
yy If the product needs to be		electric shock or fire due to the
fixed, contact a service center.		damaged power cord.

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If the product generates a strange noise, a burning smell, or smoke, unplug the power plug immediately and contact a service center.

!	yy Otherwise, it may result in
	electric shock or fire.

If you drop the product or the case is damaged, turn the power off and unplug the power cord. Contact a service center.

yy Otherwise, it may result in fire or electric shock.

When thunder or lighting occurs, unplug the power cord and under no circumstance touch the antenna cable as this is dangerous.

!	yy Otherwise, it may result in	!
	electric shock or fire.

Avoid moving the product by

pulling the power cord or antenna cable.

yy Otherwise, it may result in electric shock, fire or a problem with the product due !

to damage to the cable.

Avoid lifting up or moving the product by holding only the power

cord or signal cable.

yy Otherwise, it may result in electric shock, fire or a problem with the product due !

to damage to the cable.

Take care not to block the vent by a table cloth or curtain.

yy Otherwise, it may result in fire due to internal overheating.

Avoid letting children hang or climb onto the product.

yy Otherwise, it may result in the product falling and this may result in injury or death.

Avoid placing objects such as toys and cookies on top of the product.

yy If a child hangs over the product to grab an object, the object or the product may fall and this may result in injury or even death.

Avoid dropping an object over the product or cause impact to the product.

yy Otherwise, it may result in electric shock or fire.

When a gas leak occurs, do not touch the product or the power plug and ventilate immediately.

yy A spark may result in an

explosion or fire.

GAS

yy During a thunder or lighting storm, do not touch the power cord or antenna cable.

Avoid using or placing inflammable spray or objects near the product.

yy This may result in an explosion or fire.

	Avoid inserting metal objects such
100	as a chopsticks, coins or hairpins,
	or inflammable objects into the
	product (the vents, ports, etc).

yy If water or substances enters the product, turn the power off, unplug the power cord and contact a service center.

yy Otherwise, it may result in a problem with the product, electric shock or fire.

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Caution

!

!

Avoid placing a liquid container such as a vase, flowerpot, beverage, cosmetics or drugs, or a metal object over the product.

yy If water or substances enter the product, turn the power off, unplug the power cord and contact a service center.

yy Otherwise, it may result in a problem with the product, electric shock or fire.

Displaying a still image for a long

time may create a persistent image -_- or stain on the screen.

yy If you do not use the product

for a long time, use the power-saving mode or set the ! screensaver to the moving

picture mode.

Set the appropriate resolution and frequency for the product.

yy Otherwise, it may result in eye strain.

Watching the product from too close a distance continuously may damage your eyesight.

!

Do not press down hard on the product. The product may become deformed or damaged.

When not using the product for a long time such as leaving your

home, unplug the power cord from the wall outlet.

yy Otherwise, it may cause dust accumulation and result in fire caused by overheating or short circuit or result in an electric shock.

Avoid turning the product upside down or move the product holding only the stand.

yy This may cause the product to fall, resulting in damage to the product or injury.

Avoid using a humidifier or cooker near the product.

yy Otherwise, it may result in electric shock or fire.

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Getting Started

	It is important to give your eyes
	some rest (5 minutes every hour)
	when viewing the product screen
	for long periods of time.
!	yy This will alleviate any eye
	strain.
	Keep the small accessories in
	a location out of the reach of
	children.
!		!
	Avoid placing a heavy object over
	the product.
	yy Otherwise, it may result in a
	problem with the product or
	injury.
	Be careful that children do not
	place the batteries in their mouths
	when removed from the remote
	control. Place the battery in a
	location that children or infants	!
	cannot reach.
	yy If children have had the battery
	in their mouths, consult your
	doctor immediately.
	Use only specified standard
	batteries. Do not use new and
	used batteries together.
	yy This may cause a battery to
	break or leak and may cause	!
	fire, injury, or contamination
	(damage).

Since the display panel is hot after using it for a long time, do not touch the product.

Take care when adjusting the angle of the product or the height of the stand.

yy If your hand or finger is caught, you may be injured.

yy If the product is tilted excessively, the product may fall and this may result in injury.

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

yy Having the sound too loud may damage your hearing.

When replacing the batteries, insert them with right polarity (+, -).

yy Otherwise, the battery may become damaged or it may cause fire, personal injury or damage due to leakage of the internal liquid.

The batteries (and rechargeable batteries) are not ordinary refuse and must be returned for recycling purposes. The customer is responsible for returning the used or rechargeable batteries for recycling.

yy The customer can return used or rechargeable batteries

to a nearby public recycling center or to a store selling the same type of the battery or rechargeable battery.

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Getting Started

List of Features

yy Excellent Digital Interface & Networking: With a built-in HD digital tuner, nonsubscription HD broadcasts can be viewed without a cable box / STB (Set-Top-Box) satellite receiver (Set-Top Box).

yy My Contents: Allows you to play music files, pictures and movies saved on a USB device (p. 33). yy Self Diagnosis: You can check whether picture or sound operate normally (p. 32).

Accessories

Please make sure the following items are included with your TV. If any items are missing, contact your dealer.The items' colors and shapes may vary depending on the models.

Cables not included in the package contents can be purchased separately.

Check that there is no accessory hidden behind packing materials when you open the box.

yy	Remote Control & Batteries (AAA x 2) (Not available in some locations)	yy	Cleaning Cloth
yy	Warranty Card / Safety Guide (Not available in some locations)	yy	Power cord

yy User Manual	yy Quick Setup Guide				yy D-sub Cable

yy Stereo Cable

yy AV/Component Adapter

yy Cable Holder

yy Stand Connector / Screws (2ea)

yy Stand Base

For best cable connection to this product, be sure to use cables with a maximum thickness as below:

yy Maximum thickness - 0.55 inches (14mm)

Input Cables (Sold Separately)

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

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Installing the Stand

Before assembling the product, place the product down on a flat and stable surface so that the screen is facing downwards.

1

2

3

Insert the Stand Connector into the Stand in the direction shown by the figure.

Check if the Stand Connector is firmly connected.

Turn the connecting screw at the bottom of the stand fully so that it is completely fixed.

4

5

6

Place a soft cloth over the table to protect the product and place the product onto the cloth so that the front of the product is facing downwards.

- Caution

If the height of "		A	" on one side is

different from the other side, unfasten the screws, adjust the heights, and re-assemble.

Push the assembled stand into the	Firmly fasten the stand using the
main body in the direction of the arrow	screws.
as shown in the figure.

Avoid lifting the product holding only the stand.

The cleaning cloth is supplied with black high-glossy models only.

The colour and the appearance may differ depending on the product, and the specifications are subject to change without prior notice to improve the performance.

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Getting Started

Viewing the Control Panel

The product color and shape may vary depending on the model.Contact with objects other than your finger may switch on the LED touchpad.

					Control Panel
					Speakers
	Remote control sensor	Aim the remote control towards this spot on the TV.
	Power Indicator	Blinks and turns off when the power is on and lights up in standby mode.
	SOURCEE	Toggles between all the available input sources. In the on-screen menu, use this
		button as you would use the ENTEREbutton on the remote control.
	MENU	Displays an on-screen menu, the OSD (on screen display) of your TV’s features.
		Adjusts the volume. In the OSD, use the ybuttons as you would use the

y◄ and ► buttons on the remote control.

Changes the channels. In the OSD, use the zbuttons as you would use the

z▼ and ▲ buttons on the remote control.

P(Power)

Turns the TV on or off.

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.

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Viewing the Remote Control

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

Turns the TV on and off. Selects the HDMI mode directly.

Have direct access to channels.

Not Available.

Brazil only : Press to select additional channels (digital) being broadcasted by the same station. For example, to select channel “54.3”, press “54”, then press “-” and “3”.

Adjusts the volume.

Displays the main on-screen menu.

Displays the Content Home, which includes Watch TV(p.21),

My Contents(p.33) and Source(p.20).

Quickly select frequently used functions.

Move the cursor and select an item. Confirm the setting.

Returns to the previous menu.

These buttons are for the Channel List,

Channel Manager, My Contents menu, etc.

Use these buttons in My Contents and

Anynet+ (HDMI-CEC) modes (p. 33, 38)

POWER SOURCE

HDMI

PRE-CH

MUTE

CH LIST

MENU CONTENT GUIDE

TOOLS INFO

RETURN EXIT

A B C D

Displays and selects the available video sources.

Returns to the previous channel.

Cuts off the sound temporarily.

Changes channels.

Displays the channel list on the screen (p. 22).

Displays the EPG (Electronic Program Guide) (p.21).

Displays information on the TV screen.

Exits the menu.

E-MANUAL	SRS			P.MODE			E-MANUAL: Not Available.
							SRS: Selects SRS TruSurround HD
P.SIZE	CC			MTS			mode.
							P.MODE: Press to select the Picture
							Mode (p. 24).
							P.SIZE: Selects the Picture Size (p . 25).
							CC: Controls the caption decoder(p. 30).
							MTS: Press to choose stereo, mono
							or Separate Audio Program (SAP
							broadcast) (p. 28).

Installing batteries (Battery size: AAA)

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Connections

Connecting to an Antenna

When the TV is initially powered on, basic settings proceed automatically.Connecting the power cord and antenna.

VHF/UHF Antenna

	Cable
or	ANT OUT

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 POWERPbutton. Plug & Play is available only when the Input Source is set to TV.

To return to the previous step, press the Red button.

1	Selecting a language
2	Selecting Store Demo
	or Home Use

3	ModeSetting the Clock
4	Selecting an antenna
5	Selecting a channel
6	Enjoy your TV.

Press the ▲ or ▼ button, then press the ENTEREbutton. Select		POWER
the desired OSD (On Screen Display) language.		P
Press the ◄ or ► button, then press the ENTEREbutton.
y	Select the Home Use mode. Store Demo mode is for retail
	y environments.

yy 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.

yy Store Demo is only for shop display. If you select it, several functions are not able to use. Please select Home Use when you watch at home.

Set the Clock Mode automatically or manually. yy Auto: Allows you to select time zone.

yy Manual: Allows you to manually set the current date and time (p. 28). Press the ▲ or ▼ button, then press the ENTEREbutton.

yy If the antenna is connected to ANT 1 IN (AIR), select Air and if it is connected to ANT 2 IN (CABLE), select Cable.

yy If both ANT 1 IN (AIR) and ANT 2 IN (CABLE) are connected, select Air+Cable.

After selecting the antenna source to memorize, select Search. The TV will begin memorizing all of the available channels. For more information, refer to Channel → Auto Program (p. 24).

yy Press the ENTEREbutton at any time to interrupt the memorization process. Press the ENTEREbutton.

If You Want to Reset This Feature...

OO MENUm→ System → Plug & Play → ENTERE

You should do Plug & Play again at home although you did in shop.

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

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Connections

Connecting to an AV Device

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

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

R W

Red White

W R

HDMI OUT

DVI OUT

AUDIO OUT

R-AUDIO-L

Device

Device

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

xx For better picture and audio quality, connect to a digital device using an HDMI cable.

xx An HDMI cable supports digital video and audio signals, and does not require an audio cable.

–– To connect the TV to a digital device that does not support HDMI output, use an HDMI/DVI and audio cables.

xx The picture may not display normally (if at all) or the audio may not work if an external device that uses an older version of HDMI mode is connected to the TV. If such a problem occurs, ask the manufacturer of the external device about the HDMI version and, if out of date, request an upgrade.

xx Be sure to purchase a certified HDMI cable. Otherwise, the picture may not display or a connection error may occur.

xx A basic high-speed HDMI cable or one with ethernet is recommended. This product does not support the ethernet function via HDMI.

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