Samsung SyncMaster TA550, SyncMaster TA300 User Manual

LED TV MONITOR

(MFM TV)

user manual

TA350 TA550

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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.

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

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Installation with a stand Installation with a wall-mount

10 cm

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Contents

Getting Started

Connections

Basic Features

Advanced Features

4 Safety Precautions 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 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

20 How to Navigate Menus 21 Using the INFO button (Now & Next guide) 21 Using the Channel Menu 24 Channel Menu 24 Picture Menu 27 Sound Menu 28 Setting the Time

33 Using the My Contents 38 Anynet+ (HDMI-CEC)

TOOLS

Other Information

This function can be used by

pressing the TOOLS button on

the remote control.

42 Installing the Device Driver 43 Attaching a Wall Mount/Desktop Stand

Check the Symbol!

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

44 Assembling the Cables 44 Anti-theft Kensington Lock 45 Troubleshooting 48 License 49 Speciﬁcations 50 Index

Note Step by Step Guide

relevant submenu within the OSD (on screen

display).

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Icons used for safety precautions

Safety Precautions

WARNING

CAUTION

Do not perform.

Must be followed.

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN

CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK,

DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). THERE ARE

NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER ALL

SERVICING TO QUALIFIED PERSONNEL.

Failing to follow the precautions marked with this sign may result in a serious injury or even a fatality.

Failing to follow the precautions marked with this sign may result in a personal injury or property damage.

This symbol indicates that high voltage is present inside. It is dangerous to make any kind of contact with any internal part of this product.

This symbol alerts you that important literature concerning operation and maintenance has been included with this product.

¦ Power Related

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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.

y Otherwise, it may result in

electric shock or ﬁre.

Avoid connecting multiple electric appliances to a single wall outlet.

y Otherwise, it may result in ﬁre

due to overheating of the wall outlet.

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

y Otherwise, it may result in

electric shock.

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

y Otherwise, it may result in

electric shock or injury.

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

y Otherwise, it may result in

electric shock or ﬁre.

Plug the power plug in ﬁrmly.

y Otherwise, it may result in ﬁre.

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

y 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.

y Otherwise, it may result in ﬁre.

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Caution

Avoid unplugging the power plug while the product is operating.

y 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.

y Otherwise, it may result in

electric shock or ﬁre.

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Warning

Avoid placing burning candles, mosquitorepellentor cigarettes on the product.

y Otherwise, it may result in 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.

y Otherwise, it may result in

electric shock or ﬁre.

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

y 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.

Ask an installation engineer or relevant company to install the product onto the wall.

y Otherwise, it may result in

injury.

y Make sure to use the speciﬁed

wall mount.

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

y Otherwise, it may result in ﬁre

due to internal over-heating.

Avoid installing the product in a location that is unstable or exposed to excessive vibration such as on an unstable or slanted shelf.

y The product may fall and this

may result in damage to the product or injury.

y If you use the product in a

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

Keep the plastic bags used to pack the product away from children.

y If children place the plastic

bags over their heads, they may suffocate.

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

y This may result in electric shock

or ﬁre.

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Caution

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.

y This may shorten the product

life cycle or cause ﬁre.

Bend the outdoor antenna cable downwards at the location where it comes in the house so that rainwater does not ﬂow in.

y If rainwater enters the product,

it may result in electric shock or ﬁre.

Do not let the product drop while moving it.

y 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.

y Otherwise, this may cause the

product to fall off and result in a malfunction or injury.

y 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, 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.

y Places exposed to

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

Avoid installing the product where children may reach it.

y If a child touches the product,

the product may fall and this may result in injury.

y Since the front part is heavier,

install the product on a ﬂat and stable surface.

Install the antenna far away from any high voltage cables.

y If the antenna touches or falls

onto a high voltage cable, it may result in electric shock or ﬁre.

Do not place the product face down on the ﬂoor.

y This may damage the panel of

the product.

When putting the product down, handle it gently.

y Otherwise, it may result in a

problem with the product or injury.

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¦ Cleaning Related

Warning

Before cleaning the product, unplug the power cord.

y Otherwise, it may result in

electric shock or ﬁre.

Caution

Avoid spraying cleansing agent directly onto the product.

y This may result in discoloration

or cracking of the exterior of the product or the panel coming off.

When cleaning the product, do not spray water directly over the product parts.

y Make sure that water does not

enter the product.

y Otherwise, it may result in ﬁre,

electric shock or a problem with the product.

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

y 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.

¦ Usage Related

Warning

If you can't get the product clean with just the supplied cloth, use a soft, damp cloth with a "monitorexclusive cleansing agent" and wipe the product with it.

y If no monitor-exclusive

cleansing agent is available, dilute a cleansing agent with water at a ratio of 1:10 before cleaning the product.

Since a high voltage runs through the product, never disassemble, repair or modify the product yourself.

y Otherwise, it may result in ﬁre

or electric shock.

y If the product needs to be

ﬁxed, contact a service center.

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

To move the product, turn the power off and unplug the power cord, the antenna cable and any other wires connected to the product.

y Otherwise, it may result in

electric shock or ﬁre due to the damaged power cord.

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GAS

100

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

y 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.

y 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.

y Otherwise, it may result in

electric shock or ﬁre.

Avoid moving the product by pulling the power cord or antenna cable.

y 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.

y Otherwise, it may result

in electric shock, ﬁre or a problem with the product due to damage to the cable.

Avoid letting children hang or climb onto the product.

y 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.

y 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.

y 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.

y A spark may result in an

explosion or ﬁre.

y 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.

y This may result in an explosion

or ﬁre.

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

y Otherwise, it may result in ﬁre

due to internal overheating.

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

y If water or substances enters

the product, turn the power off, unplug the power cord and contact a service center.

y 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.

y If water or substances enter

the product, turn the power off, unplug the power cord and contact a service center.

y 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.

y 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.

y Otherwise, it may result in eye

strain.

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.

y 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.

y This may cause the product to

fall, resulting in damage to the product or injury.

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

Avoid using a humidiﬁer or cooker near the product.

y Otherwise, it may result in

electric shock or ﬁre.

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It is important to give your eyes some rest (5 minutes every hour) when viewing the product screen for long periods of time.

y 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.

y 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.

y 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.

y 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.

y If your hand or ﬁnger is caught,

you may be injured.

y 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.

y Having the sound too loud may

damage your hearing.

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

y 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.

y 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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List of Features

y 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).

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

Accessories

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

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The items' colors and shapes may var y depending on the models.

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

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

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

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

y Cleaning Cloth y Power cord

y Stereo Cable y AV/Component Adapter y Cable Holder

y Stand Connector / Screws (2ea) y Stand Base

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

y 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

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

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

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

Check if the Stand Connector is ﬁrmly connected.

Push the assembled stand into the main body in the direction of the arrow as shown in the ﬁgure.

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

Firmly fasten the stand using the screws.

If the height of " different from the other side, unfasten the screws, adjust the heights, and re-assemble.

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

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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.

" on one side is

Avoid lifting the product holding only the stand.

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Viewing the Control Panel

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

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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.

SOURCE

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

(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.

buttons as you would use the

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

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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.

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”.

Displays the main on-screen menu.

Displays the Content Home, which

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

Quickly select frequently used functions.

These buttons are for the Channel List,

Channel Manager, My Contents menu,

Use these buttons in My Contents and

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

includes Watch TV(p.21),

Move the cursor and select an item.

Returns to the previous menu.

Not Available.

Adjusts the volume.

Conﬁrm the setting.

etc.

POWER

CONTENT

TOOLS

RETURN

A B C D

E-MANUAL

P.SIZE

SOURCE

HDMI

MUTE

CH LIST

SRS

PRE-CH

GUIDE

INFO

EXIT

P.MODE

MTSCC

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: Not Available. SRS: Selects SRS TruSurround HD

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

POWER

INFO GUIDE

Connections

Connecting to an Antenna

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

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Connecting the power cord and antenna.

VHF/UHF Antenna

Cable

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.

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

Selecting a language

Selecting Store Demo

or Home Use

Setting the Clock

Mode

Selecting an antenna

Selecting a channel After selecting the antenna source to memorize, select Search. The TV will begin

Enjoy your TV.

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

y 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.

y Auto: Allows you to select time zone. y Manual: Allows you to manually set the current date and time (p. 28).

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

y If the antenna is connected to ANT 1 IN (AIR), select Air and if it is connected to ANT 2

IN (CABLE), select Cable.

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

memorizing all of the available channels. For more information, refer to Channel → Auto Program (p. 24).

y Press the ENTER

Press the ENTER

button at any time to interrupt the memorization process.

button.

button. Select

button.

ANT OUT

If You Want to Reset This Feature...

MENUm → System → Plug & Play → ENTER

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

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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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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

HDMI OUT

DVI OUT

AUDIO OUT

WhiteRed

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

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

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.

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.

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

occur.

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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