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Page 23 Rear Panel / Side Panel Jacks (LN32A450C1D, LN37A450C1D) SERVICE COMPONENT IN 1, 2 / AV IN 1 KENSINGTON LOCK DIGITAL AUDIO OUT (OPTICAL) ANT IN POWER INPUT PC IN [PC] / [AUDIO] HDMI IN 1, 2, 3 / DVI IN (HDMI1) AV IN 2 [R-AUDIO-L] AUDIO OUT...
Page 24: Remote Control
Press to exit the menu. Used to display Channel Lists on the screen. DMA (Digital Media Adapter) TOOLS Use this when connecting a SAMSUNG DMA device Use to quickly select frequently through an HDMI interface and used functions. switching to DMA mode. INFO...
Page 25 Connections (LN26A450C1D, LN40A450C1D) Connecting a DVD Player or Cable Box/Satellite receiver (Set-Top Box) via HDMI Connect an HDMI Cable between TV Side Panel the HDMI IN (1, 2 or 3) jack on the TV and the HDMI jack on the TV Rear Panel DVD Player or Cable Box/Satellite receiver (Set-Top Box).
Page 26: Via Component Cables
Connecting a DVD Player or Cable Box/Satellite receiver (Set-Top Box) via Component cables Connect a Component Cable between TV Rear Panel the COMPONENT IN (1 or 2) [Y, P ] jacks on the TV and the COMPONENT [Y, P ] jacks on the DVD Player or Cable Box/Satellite receiver (Set-Top Box).
Page 27: Connecting A Vcr
Connecting a VCR Video Connection Unplug the cable or antenna TV Side Panel TV Rear Panel from the back of the TV. VCR Rear Panel Connect the cable or antenna to the ANT IN terminal on the back of the VCR. Connect an RF Cable between the ANT OUT terminal on the VCR and the ANT IN terminal...
Page 28: Connecting A Digital Audio System
Connecting a Digital Audio System Connect an Optical Cable between TV Rear Panel the “DIGITAL AUDIO OUT (OPTICAL)” jacks on the TV and the Digital Audio Input jacks on the Digital Audio System. Digital Audio System When a Digital Audio System is connected to the “DIGITAL AUDIO OUT (OPTICAL)”...
Page 29: Connecting A Pc
Connecting a PC Using the D-Sub Cable TV Rear Panel Connect a D-Sub Cable between PC IN [PC] connector on the TV and the PC output connector on your computer. Connect a PC Audio Cable between the PC IN [AUDIO] jack on the TV and the Audio Out jack of the sound card on your computer.
Page 30 Connections (LN32A450C1D, LN37A450C1D) Connecting a DVD Player or Cable Box/Satellite receiver (Set-Top Box) via HDMI Connect an HDMI Cable between TV Side Panel TV Rear Panel the HDMI IN (1, 2 or 3) jack on the TV and the HDMI jack on the DVD Player or Cable Box/Satellite receiver (Set-Top Box).
Page 31 Connecting a DVD Player or Cable Box/Satellite receiver (Set-Top Box) via Component cables Connect a Component Cable TV Rear Panel between the COMPONENT IN (1 or 2) [Y, P ] jacks on the TV and the COMPONENT [Y, P ] jacks on the DVD Player or Cable Box/Satellite receiver (Set-Top Box).
Page 32 Connecting a VCR Video Connection Unplug the cable or antenna TV Rear Panel from the back of the TV. Connect the cable or antenna TV Side Panel to the ANT IN terminal on the back of the VCR. VCR Rear Panel Connect an RF Cable between the ANT OUT terminal on the VCR and the ANT IN terminal...
Page 33 Connecting a Digital Audio System Connect an Optical Cable between TV Rear Panel the “DIGITAL AUDIO OUT (OPTICAL)” jacks on the TV and the Digital Audio Input jacks on the Digital Audio System. Digital Audio System When a Digital Audio System is connected to the “DIGITAL AUDIO OUT (OPTICAL)”...
Page 34 Connecting a PC Using the D-Sub Cable TV Rear Panel Connect a D-Sub Cable between PC IN [PC] connector on the TV and the PC output connector on your computer. Connect a PC Audio Cable between the PC IN [AUDIO] jack on the TV and the Audio Out jack of the sound card on your computer.
Page 35: Turning The Tv On And Off
Turning the TV On and Off The TV begins memorizing all available stations. After all the available channels are stored, it start to remove scrambled channels. Press the POWER button on the remote control. Press the EXIT button to exit. You can also use the POWER button on the TV.
Page 36: Picture Mode
Setting the Channel List Picture Mode Using this menu, you can Add/Delete or set Favorite • Dynamic: Selects the picture for high-definition in a bright channels and use the program guide for digital broadcasts. room. To use the Channel List function, first run “Auto Program”. •...
Page 37: To Select The Source
To Select the Source Source List : ---- : ---- S-Video : ---- Component1 : ---- Component2 : ---- : ---- more Move Enter Return Press the SOURCE button on the Remote Control You can select the TV mode or an input source connected to the TV set. Use this button to choose an input source that you would like to watch.
Page 38 Troubleshooting If the TV seems to have a problem, first try this list of possible problems and solutions. If none of these troubleshooting tips apply, call your nearest Samsung service center. Problem Possible Solution Poor picture Try another channel. / Adjust the antenna. / Check all wire connections.
Page 39 Contact SAMSUNG WORLDWIDE If you have any questions or comments relating to Samsung products, please contact the SAMSUNG customer care center. Contacte con SAMSUNG WORLDWIDE Si tiene alguna pregunta o comentario referente a nuestros productos, por favor contacte con nuestro Servicio de Atención al Cliente.
Page 40 E-MANUAL imagine the possibilities Thank you for purchasing this Samsung product. To receive more complete service, please register your product at www.samsung.com/register Model _____________ Serial No. _____________...
Page 41: Table Of Contents
Contents Channel Setting Preference Features Other Information • Using the Channel menu (Watch TV) • Network for LCD 550 series • Troubleshooting • Memorizing channels • System Menu • Anti-theft Kensington Lock • Other Features • Support Menu • License Basic Features Advanced Features • Picture Menu • Contents • Sound Menu • Anynet+(HDMI-CEC) • AllShare™ for LCD 550 series...
Page 42: Using The Channel Menu (Watch Tv)
❑ Using the Channel menu (Watch TV) Press the CONTENT button to select Watch TV, and then select the desired menu item. Choose from Schedule Manager, Channel List, and Channel Manager. Schedule Manager ■ CONTENT → → → ENTERE Watch TV Schedule Manager Select the Schedule menu item to access the Timer Viewing...
Page 43 Using Timer Viewing You can set the TV to display a desired channel automatically on a day and at a time of your choice. → You must set the current time first using the function in the Time Clock menu to use this function. System To use Viewing, follow these steps:...
Page 44 ● Repeat: Select Once, Manual, Sat~Sun, Mon~Fri or Everyday. If you select Manual, you can set the day you want. A check (c) mark indicates a day you selected. ● Date: You can set a desired date. Date is available only when you select Once in Repeat.
Page 45: Channel List
Channel List ■ CONTENT → → → ENTERE Watch TV Channel List Channel List contains the channels your TV displays (added channels) when you press the Channel button on your remote control. On the Channel List, you can view Added Channels, channel information, Favorites, and manage...
Page 46 The TV displays Favorites only if you have added favorites using Add to Favorites. If you want to view the list of favorite channels quickly, press the CH LIST button, and then press the ► Mode) button to display Favorites 1-5.
Page 47 ● ● (CH Mode / Channel): Toggles between the Favorites list (if you have added favorites using Add to Favorites) and the Added Channels. When you press the ●(Program View) button, you can move to other channels using L(Channel) button. ●...
Page 48 How to use Timer Viewing in Channel List (digital channels only) You can use Timer Viewing Channel List to schedule a digital channel program for viewing. The TV will turn on and display the digital channel program when the program begins.
Page 49: Channel Manager
Channel Manager ■ CONTENT → → → ENTERE Watch TV Channel Manager Using Channel Manager, you can add, edit, or delete Added and Favorite channels. You can also edit channel names - for analog channels only. ● Added Ch.: Show all added Channel Manager Added Ch.
Page 50 Using the colored buttons with Channel Manager ● ● Red (Antenna): Switches between and Cable. ● ● Blue (Sorting): Sorts the channel list by channel number or by name. Using the Arrow buttons with Channel Manager Highlight a channel in the first column on the left, and then press the Left arrow button.
Page 51 Channel Status Display Icons Icon Description An analog channel. A selected channel. A favorite channel. Displays the option menu. Channel Manager ◀ ▶ Channel Manager Option Menu Manage channels using the menu options (Watch, Channel Manager Add to / Delete, Favorites Edit Favorites,...
Page 52 Use the arrow buttons to select a channel, and then press the button. A T●Tools check appears next to the channel. You can select more than one channel by highlighting each channel with the cursor, and then pressing ENTERE. Press the TOOLS button on your remote control. Select an option, and then press ENTERE to activate the option or change its settings.
Page 53 ● Add to Favorites Edit Favorites: Add to Favorites appears if the channel you selected is not already a favorite. Edit Favorites appears if the channel you selected is already a favorite. Using Add to Favorite to add a channel to the Favorites List: Select Add to Favorites, and then press the ENTERE button.
Page 54 Using Edit Favorites to delete a channel from the Favorites List: Select Favorites, and then press the ENTERE button. The Edit Edit screen appears. Favorite The Favorite Group you assigned to that channel is checked. Select the group, and then press ENTERE. The check disappears. Select OK, press ENTERE, and then press ENTERE again.
Page 55 ● Channel Name Edit (analog channels only): Assign a name of up to five characters to a channel. For example, Hist, Food, Golf, etc. This makes it easier to find and select the channel. ● Add / Delete: Add a channel or delete a channel from the channel list. When you use the channel button on your remote control to change channels, your TV only displays the channels on the channel list.
Page 56 Adding a Channel to the Channel List: Select a deleted channel on the All Channels list, and then press the ENTERE button. Deleted channels are grayed out. Press the TOOLS button on your remote control. The Options menu appears. Select Add, press ENTERE, and then press ENTERE again. NOTE ◀...
Page 57 ● only appears if you have selected a deleted channel on the Channels list. ● only appears if you have selected an added channel on the Delete Added Ch. All Channels list. ● Deselect All: Deselect all the selected channels. Deselect All apppears only when you have selected one or more channels.
Page 58: Memorizing Channels
❑ Memorizing channels MENUm → → ENTERE Channel Your TV memorizes channels and adds the memorized channels to the Channel List with the Auto Program function. Before your TV can memorize channels, you must specify the signal source, either or Cable. If you select cable, when you start Auto Program, you must also specify the cable system type, STD,...
Page 59 Antenna (Air / Cable) ■ To begin the memorizing procedure, follow these steps: Push MENUm → → ENTERE on your remote control. Channel Select Antenna, and then press ENTERE. Select the source of your TV signal, . Go to the next section, Cable Auto Program.
Page 60: Auto Program
Auto Program ■ Scans for channels automatically and stores them in the TV’s memory. To start Auto Program, follow these steps: Push MENUm → → ENTERE on your remote control. Channel Select Auto Program, and then press ENTERE. Select Cable or both by highlighting and then pressing ENTERE.
Page 61 Select STD, HRC, or IRC, and then press ENTERE. Repeat for Analog Cable System. Select Search or Next, and then press ENTERE. Auto Program starts. After all the available channels are stored, Auto Program removes scrambled channels. When done, the Auto Program menu then reappears.This process can take up to 30 minutes...
Page 62: Other Features
❑ Other Features MENUm → → ENTERE Channel Clear Scrambled Channel ■ This function filters out scrambled channels after Auto Program is completed. This process may take up to 20~30 minutes. How to Stop the Clear Scrambled Channels Function Press the ENTERE button to select Stop. ◀...
Page 63: Fine Tune
Fine Tune ■ (analog channels only) If the reception is clear, you do not have to fine tune the channel, as this is done automatically during the search and store operation. If the signal is weak or distorted, fine tune the channel manually. ●...
Page 64 ❑ Changing the Preset Picture Mode MENUm → → → ENTERE Picture Picture Mode Picture Mode ■ Picture modes apply preset adjustments to the picture. Select a mode using the up and down arrow keys, and then press ENTERE. mode, you can only select Entertain and Standard.
Page 65 ❑ Adjusting picture settings MENUm → → → ENTERE Picture Backlight Backlight / Contrast / Brightness / Sharpness / Color / Tint (G/R) ■ Your television has several options for adjusting picture quality. Select an option using the up and down arrow keys, and then press ENTERE. Use the arrow keys to adjust the option value or select an option setting.
Page 66: Screen Adjustment
Screen Adjustment ■ MENUm → → → ENTERE Picture Screen Adjustment Screen Adjustment provides various picture size and aspect ratio options. Select an option using the up and down arrow keys, and then press ENTERE. Use the arrow keys to select an option in the sub-menu, and then press ENTERE. ●...
Page 67 4:3: Sets the picture to mode. For analog TV programs. Do not set your TV to format for a long time. The borders displayed on the left and right, or top and bottom of the screen may cause image retention (screen burn) which is not covered by the warranty. Screen Fit: When your TV inputs HDMI (720p / 1080i / 1080p) or Component (1080i / 1080p) signals, displays the full image without any cut-off.
Page 68 ● Position: Adjusts the picture position. Position is only available if Picture size is set to Zoom1, Zoom2, Wide Fit, Screen fit. To use the function after selecting Position Zoom1, Zoom2 Wide Fit, follow these steps: Select the Position, and then press the ENTERE button. Select the button, and then press ENTERE.
Page 69 To use the Position function after selecting Screen Fit when connected to an HDMI (1080i/1080p) or Component (1080i/1080p) source, follow these steps: Select the Position, and then press the ENTERE button. Select the Position button, and then press ENTERE. Press the ▲, ▼, ◄ or ► button to move the picture. Press the ENTERE button.
Page 70 HD (High Definition): 16:9 - 1080i/1080p (1920x1080), 720p (1280x720) You can adjust and store settings for each external device you have connected to an input on the TV. Picture Sizes available by Input Source: Input Source Picture Size ATV, AV 16:9, Zoom1, Zoom2, 4:3 Component (480i, 480p, 576i, 576p) 16:9, Zoom1, Zoom2, 4:3...
Page 71 ● PC Screen Adjustment Available in mode only. Fine: Removes or reduces picture noise. If the noise is not removed Coarse / by Fine-tuning alone, use the Coarse function to adjust the frequency as best as possible and Fine-tune again. After the noise has been reduced, re-adjust the picture so that it is aligned to the center of screen.
Page 72: Auto Adjustment
Depending on your version of Windows and your video card, the procedure on your PC will probably differ slightly from the procedure presented here. However, the same basic information will apply in most cases. (If not, contact your computer manufacturer or Samsung Dealer.) English...
Page 73 On your PC, click “Control Panel” on the Windows start menu. Click “Appearance and Themes” in the “Control Panel” window. A display dialog-box appears. Click “Display”. Another display dialog box appears. Click the “Settings” tab on the display dialog-box. ● On the Settings tab, set the correct resolution.
Page 74: Advanced Settings
❑ Changing the Picture Options Advanced Settings ■ MENUm → → → ENTERE Picture Advanced Settings Advance Settings are available in the Standard Movie modes. In mode, you can only make changes to Gamma White Balance. They are not available when you are watching a digital channel. To use, select an option using the up and down arrow keys, and then press ENTERE.
Page 75 ● Black Tone (Off / Dark / Darker / Advanced Settings Darkest): Select the black level to ► Black Tone : Off adjust the screen depth. Dynamic Contrast : Medium Shadow Detail ● Dynamic Contrast (Off / Low / Gamma Medium / High): Adjusts the screen RGB Only Mode...
Page 76 ● Color Space (Auto / Native): Adjusts the range of colors (the color gamut) available to create images. ● Balance: Adjusts the color temperature for a more natural picture. White R-Offset / G-Offset / B-Offset: Adjusts each color’s (red, green, blue) darkness.
Page 77: Picture Options
Picture Options ■ MENUm → → → ENTERE Picture Picture Options Select an option using the up and down arrow keys, and then press ENTERE. Use the arrow keys to change the setting, and then press ENTERE. mode, you can only make changes to Color Tone.
Page 78 ● Digital Noise Filter (Off / Low / Medium / High / Auto / Auto Visualization): If the broadcast signal received by your TV is weak, you can activate the Digital Noise Filter feature to reduce any static and ghosting that may appear on the screen.
Page 79 ● HDMI Black Level (Normal / Low): Lets you select the black level on the screen to adjust the screen depth. Available only in mode (RGB signals). HDMI ● Auto2): Sets the TV so that it senses and then Film Mode (Off / Auto1 / processes film signals from all sources automatically and adjusts the picture for optimum quality.
Page 80: Sound Mode
❑ Changing the Preset Sound Modes MENUm → → → ENTERE Sound Sound Mode Sound Mode ■ Use the up and down arrow keys to select an option, and then press ENTERE. ● Standard: Selects the normal sound mode. ● Music: Emphasizes music over voices.
Page 81: Sound Effect
❑ Sound Settings MENUm → → → ENTERE Sound Sound Effect Sound Effect ■ (standard sound mode only) Use the up and down arrow keys to select an option, and then press ENTERE. ● SRS TruSurround HD (Off / On) This function provides a virtual 5.1 channel surround sound experience ◀...
Page 82 ● Equalizer Use Equalizer to customize sound setting for each speaker. Balance L/R: Adjusts the balance between the right and left speaker. (Bandwidth Adjustment): Adjusts the 100Hz / 300Hz / 1kHz / 3kHz / 10kHz volume level of specific bandwidth frequencies. Reset: Resets the equalizer to its default settings.
Page 83: Broadcast Audio Options
❑ Adjusting Sound Settings Broadcast Audio Options ■ ● Preferred Language (digital channels only) Use the up and down arrow keys to select a language, and then press ENTERE. Digital-TV broadcasts can simultaneously transmit many audio tracks (for example, simultaneous translations of the program into foreign languages). ◀...
Page 84 ● Multi-Track Sound (MTS) (analog channels only) Select an option using the up and down arrow keys, and then press ENTERE. Mono: Choose for channels that are broadcasting in mono or if you are having difficulty receiving a stereo signal. Stereo: Choose for channels that are broadcasting in stereo.
Page 85: Spdif Output
SPDIF Output ■ The SPDIF (Sony Philips Digital InterFace) outputs an uncompressed digital audio signal when you connect the digital audio jack on the back of the TV to a digital audio in jack on a receiver or home theater. ●...
Page 86: Speaker Settings
Speaker Settings ■ ● Speaker Select (External Speaker / TV Speaker) If you are listening to the sound track of a broadcast or movie through an external receiver, you may hear a sound echo caused by the difference in decoding speed between the TV’s speakers and the speakers attached to your audio receiver.
Page 87 ● Auto Volume (Off / Normal / Night) equalizes the volume level on each channel, so that when you change Normal channels, the volume level is the same. Night equalizes and decrease the volume level on each channel, so each channel is quieter.
Page 88: Network Settings
❑ Setting the Network Connection for LCD 550 series Network Settings ■ MENUm → → → ENTERE Network Network Settings Set up your network connection so you can use AllShare™ and perform software upgrade. Network Status ■ MENUm → → →...
Page 89 ❑ Connecting to a Wired Network There are three ways to attach your TV to your LAN using cable: ● You can attach your TV to your LAN by connecting the LAN port on the back of your TV to an external modem using a LAN cable. See the diagram below. TV Rear Panel External Modem The Modem Port on the Wall...
Page 90 ● You can attach your TV to your LAN by connecting the LAN port on the back of your TV to a IP Sharer (router) which is connected to an external modem. Use LAN cable for the connection. See the diagram below. The Modem Port TV Rear Panel on the Wall...
Page 91 ● Depending on how your network is configured, you may be able to attach your TV to your LAN by connecting the LAN port on the back of your TV directly to a network wall outlet using a LAN cable. See the diagram below. Note that the wall outlet is attached to a modem or router elsewhere in your house.
Page 92 ● If you have a Dynamic Network, you should use an ADSL modem or router that supports the Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP). Modems and routers that support DHCP automatically provide the IP address, subnet mask, gateway, and DNS values your TV needs to access the Internet so you do not have to enter them manually.
Page 93 ■ Automatic Network Setup Use the Automatic Network Setup when connecting your TV to a network that supports DHCP. To set up your TV’s cable network connection automatically, follow these steps: How to set up automatically screen. (MENUm → → Go to the Network Settings Network...
Page 94 If the connection process fails, Network Settings check the LAN port connection. MAC Address 00:40:30:30:20:10 IP Address 192.168.10.21 If the automatic process cannot Subnet Mask 255.255.255.0 Gateway 192.168.10.1 find the network connection DNS Server 203.248.252.2 values or if you want to set the Internet is connected successfully.
Page 95 ■ Manual Network Setup Use the Manual Network Setup when connecting your TV to a network that requires a Static IP address. Getting the Network Connection Values To view the Network connection values on most Windows computers, follow these steps: Right click the Network icon on the bottom right of the screen.
Page 96 How to set up manually To set up your TV’s cable network connection manually, follow these steps: screen. (MENUm → → Go to the Network Settings Network Network → ENTERE) Settings Select Wired, and then press IP Settings ENTERE. The network ►...
Page 97 In the top entry field, press ENTERE, and then set to Manual. IP Mode Press the ▼ button on your remote control to go to the IP Address entry field, and then press ENTERE. Enter the first portion of the IP Address (for example, 105) into the first entry field using the number keys on your remote control.
Page 98 When done entering Address, press ENTERE. 10. Press the down arrow key to go to the Subnet Mask fields, and then press ENTERE. 11. Repeat the same entry process for Subnet Mask, Gateway, and Server. 12. When done, select at the bottom of the page, and then press ENTERE.
Page 99 LCD 550 series To connect your TV to your wireless network, you need a wireless router or modem and a Samsung Wireless LAN Adapter (WIS09ABGN, WIS09ABGN2, or WIS10ABGN), which you connect to your TV’s back or side panel USB port. See the illustration below.
Page 100 Samsung’s Wireless LAN adapter is sold separately and is offered by selected retailers, Ecommerce sites, and Samsungparts.com. Samsung’s Wireless LAN adapter supports the IEEE 802.11a/b/g and n communication protocols. Samsung recommends using IEEE 802.11n. When you play video over a IEEE 802.11b/g connection, the video may not play smoothly.
Page 101 ◀ ▶ Encryption type is set to WEP, TKIP or TKIP AES (WPS2Mixed) for your wireless router, Samsung TVs will not support a connection in compliance with new Wi-Fi certification specifications. ● If your wireless router supports WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup), you can connect to the network via PBC (Push Button Configuration) or PIN (Personal Identification Number).
Page 102 ▶ – One Foot Connection – Ad hoc ● The TV may not recognize the Samsung Wireless LAN Adapter if it is connected to the TV using a USB hub or USB extension cable other than the cable supplied. English...
Page 103 The picture may appear corrupted or have static for some channels when the TV is connected to the Samsung Wireless LAN Adapter. In such a case, establish a connection using one of the following methods or connect the Samsung Wireless LAN Adapter using a USB cable in a place that is not affected by radio interference.
Page 104 Connect the extension cable to the USB 1 (HDD) port. Connect the extension cable and Samsung Wireless LAN Adapter. ◀ ▶ Using double-sided adhesive tape, attach the Samsung Wireless LAN Adapter to the back of the TV near the top. English...
Page 105 ■ Automatic Network Setup Most wireless networks have an optional security system that requires devices that access the network to transmit an encrypted security code called an Access or Security Key. The Security Key is based on a Pass Phrase, typically a word or a series of letters and numbers of a specified length you were asked to enter when you set up security for your wireless network.
Page 106 How to set up automatically Go to the Network Settings Network Settings screen. (MENUm → → Network Select a network connection type. → ENTERE) Network Settings Wired Select (General), and Wireless Wireless (General) then press ENTERE. WPS(PBC) Set up wireless network by selecting your Wireless Router.
Page 107 In the list of networks, press the ▲ or ▼ button to select a network, and then press the ENTERE button. If the wireless router is set to Hidden (Invisible), you have to select Network and enter the correct network Name (SSID) and Security key to establish the connection.
Page 108 You can also enter numbers by pressing the number buttons on your remote control. You should be able to find the Pass Phrase on one of the set up screens you used to set up your router or modem. When done, use the right arrow button to move the cursor to NEXT, and then press ENTERE.
Page 109 ■ Manual Network Setup Use Manual Network Setup when connecting your TV to a network that requires a Static IP address or if the automatic connection process has failed. Getting the Network Connection Values To view the Network connection values on most Windows computers, follow these steps: Right click the Network icon on the bottom right of the screen.
Page 110 How to set up manually To set up your TV’s cable network connection manually, follow these steps: screen. (MENUm → → Go to the Network Settings Network Network → ENTERE) Settings Select Wireless (General), and then press ENTERE. The Network function searches for available wireless networks. When done, it displays a list of the available networks.
Page 111 If the Enter security key screen appears, go to step 6. If you selected an AP or wireless router that does not have security, go to step 8. Enter the security key (Security key or PIN), and then select Done. When you enter the security key (Security key or PIN), use ▲/▼/◄...
Page 112 When done, use the r button to move the cursor to NEXT, and then press the ENTERE button. The network connection screen appears and the verification process starts. Press ENTERE to cancel. Select IP Setting on network connection screen. The IP Settings screen appears.
Page 113 13. Repeat the entry process for each field in the Address. If you make a mistake when entering a number, re-enter the number to correct it. You can also press the up or down arrow button to change the number one unit at a time. 14.
Page 114 ■ WPS(PBC) Network Setup How to set up using WPS(PBC) If your router has a PBC (WPS) button, follow these steps: Go to the Network Settings Network Settings screen. (MENUm → → Network Select a network connection type. → ENTERE) Network Settings Wired Select WPS(PBC), and...
Page 115 ■ One Foot Connection Network Setup One Foot Connection function lets you easily connect your Samsung TV automatically to a Samsung Wireless router. If your non-Samsung router does not support One Foot Connection, you must connect using one of the other methods.
Page 116 Connection, and press ENTERE, then press ENTERE One Foot again. Place the router in parallel with the Samsung Wireless LAN Adapter and no more than 10 inches (25cm) from the Adapter. Wait until the connection is automatically established. The network connection screen appears, and network set up is done.
Page 117 You can connect to a mobile device that supports Ad-hoc connections - without going through a wireless router - using the “Samsung Wireless LAN Adapter”. After you connect the TV to a mobile device, you can use the files on device.
Page 118 Select OK, and press ENTERE. The TV searches for the mobile device. When the TV finishes searching for mobile devices, input the generated Network Name (SSID) Security key into the device you want to connect. If network does not operate normally, check the Network Name again.
Page 119 The internet connection may fail because of a firewall problem. If this is the case, contact your Internet service provider. If you cannot connect to the Internet even after you have followed the procedures of your Internet service provider, please contact Samsung Electronics at 1-800-SAMSUNG. English...
Page 120 ❑ Setting the Time MENUm → → → ENTERE System Time Time ■ The current time will appear every time you press the INFO button. ● Clock: Set the clock to use the various timer features of the TV. If you disconnect the power cord, you have to set the clock again. Mode: Set the current time manually or automatically.
Page 121 ● Manual: Set the current time manually. Depending on the broadcast station and signal, the auto time set up may not be correct. In this case, set the time manually. Set: Set the Month, Day, Year, Hour, and am/pm. Clock Minute Select Clock...
Page 122 On): Switches the DST (Daylight Saving Time) function on or off. DST (Off / This function is only available when the Clock Mode is set to Auto. Time Zone: Select your time zone. This function is only available when the is set to Auto.
Page 123 ❑ Setting the On/Off Timer MENUm → → → ENTERE System Time On Timer so that your TV turns on automatically at a time and on a day of your choosing. ● Timer: You can set up three On Timer 1 separate On Timer configurations.
Page 124 Time: Set the hour, minute, am/pm. Use the number buttons or the up and down arrow keys to enter numbers. Use the left and right arrow buttons to change entry fields. Volume: Set the desired volume level. Use the left and right arrow buttons to change the volume level.
Page 125 If there is only one photo file in the USB, the Slide Show will not play. A folder with a name that is too long cannot be selected. Each USB device you use is assigned its own folder. When using more than one of the same type of USB device, make sure the folders assigned to each USB device have different names.
Page 126 ● Timer: You can set up three Off Timer 1 separate Off Timer configurations. (Off Setup Timer Off Timer Off Timer Once You must set the clock before Off Time you can use Timer. Setup: Select Off, Once, Everyday, Mon~Fri, Mon~Sat, Sat~Sun Manual If you select Manual, you L Move ●U Adjust E Enter R Return...
Page 127 ❑ Blocking Programs MENUm → → → ENTERE System Security Security ■ When you access the Security functions for the first time, the PIN input screen appears. Enter a 4 digit PIN you will remember. The PIN screen closes and the Securty Menu appears.
Page 128 Rating: Lets you you block TV programs based on their ratings. This function allows you to control which TV programs your children can watch. Rating displays a grid with locks. The following categories are on the left side: – TV-Y: Young children / TV-Y7: Children 7 and over / TV-G: General audience / TV-PG: Parental guidance / TV-14: Viewers 14 and over / MA: Mature audience The following categories are on top:...
Page 129 Similarly, if you click under ALL, then all the categories in the young TV-G adult group will be blocked (TV-G, TV-PG, TV-14 and TV-MA). The sub- ratings (D, L, S, V) work similarly. So, if you block the L sub-rating in PG, then the L sub-ratings in TV-14 TV-MA...
Page 130 Rating(MPAA): You can block movies based on their MPAA rating. Movie The Motion Picture Association of America (MPAA) has implemented a rating system that provides parents or guardians with advanced information on which films are appropriate for children. Movie Rating displays a column with locks and the following ratings categories: –...
Page 131 To block certain content, you select a lock, and press ENTERE (That is, you “click it”.). For example, click the lock and you block all X-rated movies. The rating categories are also grouped so that clicking one category blocks all the categories a parent would block along with it. For example, if you block the PG-13 category, then R,...
Page 132 Rating: You can block TV programs based on their Canadian English Canadian English rating. Canadian English Rating displays a column with locks and the following ratings categories: – C: Programming intended for children under age 8. / C8+: Programming generally considered acceptable for children 8 years and over to watch on their own.
Page 133 To block certain content, you select a lock, and press ENTERE (That is, you “click it”.). For example, click the 18+ lock and you block all TV programs rated 18+. The rating categories are also grouped so that clicking one category blocks all the categories a parent would block along with it.
Page 134 Rating: You can block TV programs based on their French Canadian French Canadian rating. Canadian French Rating displays a column with locks and the following ratings categories: – G: General / ans+: Programming generally considered acceptable for children 8 years and over to watch on their own. / ans+: Programming may not be suitable for children under the age of 13.
Page 135 To block certain content, you select a lock, and press ENTERE (That is, you “click it”.). For example, click the 18 ans+ lock and you block all TV programs rated 18 ans+. The rating categories are also grouped so that clicking one category blocks all the categories a parent would block along with it.
Page 136 Rating: Parental restriction information you can use Downloadable U.S. while watching DTV channels. NOTE ● If information is not downloaded from the broadcasting station, Downloadable U.S. Rating menu is deactivated. ● Parental restriction information is automatically downloaded while you watch DTV channels. It may take several seconds. ●...
Page 137 ● Parental restriction levels differ depending on the broadcasting station. The default menu name and Downloadable U.S. Rating change depending on the downloaded information. ● Even if you set the on-screen display to another language, the menu will appear in English only. Downloadable U.S.
Page 138 ● Change PIN: The Change PIN screen will appear. Choose any 4 digits for your PIN and enter it in Enter New PIN. Re-enter the same 4 digits in Confirm New PIN. When the Confirm screen appears, press the button. The TV has memorized your new PIN.
Page 139 ❑ Picture In Picture (PIP) MENUm → → → ENTERE System ■ You can watch a program whose signal has passed through the TV’s tuner and watch one external video source simultaneously. For example, if you have a cable box connected to the Cable In jack, you can use to watch programs from the cable box and watch a movie from a Blu-ray player attached to the HDMI In jack.
Page 140 ● You may notice that the picture in the PIP window becomes slightly unnatural when you use the main screen to view a game or karaoke. ● When is on, you cannot use PIP. Program Rating Lock ● PIP Settings The picture from the external video source will be in the main screen and the picture from the TV’s tuner will be in the PIP sub-picture window.
Page 141 ● PIP (Off / On): Activate or deactivate the PIP function. ● Air/Cable (Air / Cable): Select either Cable as the input source for the sub-screen. ● Channel: Select the channel for the sub-screen. ● (Õ / Ã): Select a size for the sub-picture. Size ●...
Page 142: Picture Menu
❑ Economical Solutions Eco Solution ■ ● Energy Saving (Off / Low / Medium / High / Picture Off): Lets you adjust the brightness of the TV in order to reduce power consumption. If you select Picture Off, the screen is turned off, but the sound remains on. Press any button to turn on the screen again.
Page 143 Backlight: When is On, lets you manually adjust the ECO sensor minimum screen brightness. Eco Sensor is On, the display brightness may change (become slightly darker in most cases) depending on the surrounding light intensity. You can control the screen’s minimum brightness with the Min Backlight function.
Page 144: Auto Protection Time
Auto Protection Time ■ ● Auto Protection Time (Off / 2 hours / 4 hours / 8 hours / 10 hours): If the screen remains idle with a still image for a period of time you define, the TV activates the screen saver to prevent the formation of burnt in ghost images on the screen.
Page 145 Caption ■ (On-Screen Text Messages) ● Caption (Off / On): You can switch the caption function on or off. If captions are not available, they will not be displayed on the screen. The Caption feature does not work with devices connected to the TV through the Component, HDMI or PC input jacks.
Page 146 Text1~Text4: (digital channels Default / Service1~Service6 / CC1~CC4 / only) The Digital Captions function works with digital channels. Service1~6 may not be available in digital caption mode depending on the broadcast. ● Digital Caption Options: (digital channels only) Size: Options include Default, Small, Standard and Large. The default is Standard.
Page 147 Color: You can change the background color of the caption. Background Options include Default, White, Black, Red, Green, Blue, Yellow, Magenta and Cyan. The default is Black. Foreground Opacity: This adjusts the opacity of text. Options include Default, Transparent, Translucent, Solid and Flashing. Background Opacity: This adjusts the opacity of the caption background.
Page 148 NOTE ● Digital Caption Options are available only when you can select Default Service1 ~ Service6 Caption Mode. ● The availability of captions depends on the program being broadcast. ● Default setting follows the standards set by the broadcaster. ● You cannot set the Foreground and Background to the same color.
Page 149 General ■ ● Game Mode (Off / On): When you have connected a game console such as PlayStation™ or Xbox™ to the TV, you can enjoy a more realistic gaming experience if you set Game Mode NOTE ● Precautions and limitations for Game Mode: –...
Page 150 ● Game Mode is not available when you’ve set the input source to or PC. ● only after connecting a game console. If you Game Mode turn Game Mode on before you have attached the game console, you may notice reduced picture quality. ●...
Page 151: Anynet+(Hdmi-Cec)
Menu Transparency (Bright / Dark): Set the Transparency of the menu. ● Boot Logo (Off / On): Display the Samsung logo when the TV is turned on. ● TV name : Lets you change the TV’s name by selecting from for LCD 550 series a list of names (for example, Home TV) or by keying in a name manually.
Page 152 For more information about DivX® VOD, visit “http://vod.divx.com”. Network Remote Control (On / Off) ■ for LCD 550 series Turn on/off or give permission to Samsung mobile phones devices to connect ◀ ▶ with and control the TV. You must have a Samsung Mobile phone/device which supports Network Remote Control.
Page 153: Self Diagnosis
Yes: Select Yes if the test picture does not appear or there is noise or distortion in the test picture. There may be a problem with the TV. Contact Samsung’s Call Center for assistance. English...
Page 154 MUTE button. Yes: Select Yes if you can hear sound from only one speaker or from neither speaker during the sound test. There may be a problem with the TV. Contact Samsung’s Call Center for assistance. English...
Page 155 ◀ ▶ RF or PC Issues, and Other Issues. If your TV seems to be having a problem, access the trouble shooting guide for a solution. If none of these troubleshooting tips apply, contact the Samsung customer service center. English...
Page 156: Software Upgrade
■ Software Upgrade Software Upgrade menu lets you Software Upgrade upgrade your TV’s software to the latest Current Version 2011/01/18_000001 version. This is the software Current Version: By USB version already installed in the TV. By Online Alternative Software ----/--/--_----- The current version is displayed in Standby Mode Upgrade : Off...
Page 157 Upgrading to the Latest Version You can upgrade in three ways: ● By USB ● By Internet ● By Standby Mode Upgrade The three methods are explained in the following pages. Be careful not to turn off the power until the upgrade is complete. The TV will turn off and on automatically after completing the firmware upgrade.
Page 158 By USB To upgrade by USB, follow these steps: TV Side Panel Visit www.samsung.com. Download the latest USB software upgrade exe archive to your computer. Copy the folder to a USB flash drive. Turn on the TV, and then insert the USB The placement of the USB jack may flash drive into the USB port of the TV.
Page 159 By Online for LCD 550 series By Online function lets you download the upgrade software directly from the Internet into your TV and then upgrade the software in one operation. To use By Online, you must have configured your TV to connect to your network and the TV must be connected to the Internet.
Page 160 When the download is complete, the Upgrade Query window appears with three choices: Upgrade Now, Upgrade Later, or Don’t Upgrade. If you select Upgrade Now, the TV upgrades the software, turns off, and then turns on automatically. If you do not make a selection in one minute or select Upgrade Later, the TV stores the new upgrade software.
Page 161 Alternative Software option lets you upgrade using a file the TV downloaded Alternative Software earlier, but you decided not to install immediately, or a file downloaded by the TV (See on the next page). Standby Mode Upgrade Standby Mode Upgrade To upgrade by Software, follow these steps: Alternative...
Page 162 Standby Mode Upgrade for LCD 550 series You can set the function so that the TV downloads new Standby Mode Upgrade upgrade software when it is in Standby mode. In Standby mode, the TV is off, but its Internet connection is active. This allows the TV to download upgrade software automatically, when you are not using it.
Page 163: Contact Samsung
TV must be connected to Standby Mode Upgrade the Internet. Contact Samsung ■ View this information when your TV does not work properly or when you want to upgrade the software. You can find information regarding our call centers and ◀...
Page 164 ❑ Using the My Contents Enjoy photos, music and/or movie files saved on a USB Mass Storage Class (MSC) device and/or your PC. Press the CONTENT button to My Contents select Contents. Videos Press ▲/▼ button to select the Photos Music desired menu (Videos, Photos, Music), then press the ENTERE...
Page 165 To view content on a USB device, you must plug the device into a USB jack on the TV. To view content located on your PC, you must have connected your TV and your PC to your LAN and downloaded and installed PC Share Manager on your PC.
Page 166 Devices should be connected directly to the TV’s USB port. ● Before connecting your device to the TV, 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. English...
Page 167 ● USB (HDD) is not supported. for LCD 450 series ● Connect USB HDDs to the dedicated port, USB 1 (HDD), only. for LCD 550 series ● Do not disconnect the USB device while it is loading. ● The higher the resolution of the image, the longer it takes to display on the screen.
Page 168 ● The TV cannot play MP3 files with DRM that have been downloaded from a for-pay site. Digital Rights Management (DRM) is a technology that supports the creation, distribution, and management of digital content in an integrated and comprehensive way, including protecting the rights and interests of content providers, preventing illegal copying of contents, and managing billings and settlements.
Page 169 ● If the TV has no input during the time set in Auto Protection Time, the Screensaver will run. ● The power-saving mode of some external hard disk drives may be released automatically when your connect them to the TV. ●...
Page 170 PC on your TV, you must download “PC Share Manager” and the Share Manager users manual from “www.samsung.com.” For more information on how to configure your TV and connect it to your network, see ‘Network Connection’.
Page 171 ● The � (REW) or µ (FF) button while a movie is playing. The Divx DRM, Multi-audio, embedded caption is not supported. ◀ Set your PC firewall program so that Samsung PC Share Manager is a ▶ permitted program. English...
Page 172 Depending on the Internet server, when you use My Contents through a network connection: ● The sorting method may vary. ● Play Continuously function, which resumes the playing of a video, may not be supported. – Play Continuously function does not support multiple users. (It memorizes only the point where the most recent user stopped playing a video.) ●...
Page 173 ❑ My Contents Selection Screen To play a file, move to the file using the ◄/►/▲/▼ buttons, and then press the ENTERE or � (Play) button. The TV plays the file. The My Contents screen may differ depending on how you accessed the screen or how files are sorted. Information: 1/1 page Folder View...
Page 174 Videos ■ Playing a Video Press the ◄/►/▲/▼ button to select the desired video in the file list. Press the ENTERE button or � (Play) button. – The file name appears on the ◀ ▶ top with its playing time. T Tools R Return L●Jump...
Page 175 – During video playback, you can search using the ◄ and ► button. – Press the RETURN button to exit the movie. In this mode, you can play movie clips contained in a game, but you cannot play the game itself. While a movie is playing, press the TOOLS button to access additional functions such as Repeat...
Page 176 ● Supported Video Formats Frame rate Bit rate File Extention Container Video Codec Resolution Audio Codec (fps) (Mbps) Divx 3.11 / 4.x 1920x1080 6 ~ 30 / 5.1 / 6.0 XviD 1920x1080 6 ~ 30 MP3 / AC3 *.avi H.264 BP / MP / LPCM / 1920x1080 6 ~ 30...
Page 177 Frame rate Bit rate File Extention Container Video Codec Resolution Audio Codec (fps) (Mbps) Divx 3.11 / 4.x 1920x1080 6 ~ 30 / 5.1 / 6.0 XviD 1920x1080 6 ~ 30 MP3 / AC3 H.264 BP/MP/ / LPCM / *.asf 1920x1080 6 ~ 30 ADPCM /...
Page 178 Frame rate Bit rate File Extention Container Video Codec Resolution Audio Codec (fps) (Mbps) H.264 BP / MP 1920x1080 6 ~ 30 / HP MP3 / ADPCM *.mp4 MPEG4 SP / 1920x1080 6 ~ 30 / AAC XVID 1920x1080 6 ~ 30 H.264 BP / MP 1920x1080 6 ~ 30...
Page 179 Frame rate Bit rate File Extention Container Video Codec Resolution Audio Codec (fps) (Mbps) MPEG1 1920x1080 24 / 25 / 30 *.mpg AC3 / MPEG / MPEG2 1920x1080 24 / 25 / 30 *.mpeg LPCM / AAC H.264 1920x1080 6 ~ 30 MPEG2 1920x1080 24 / 25 / 30...
Page 180 Other Restrictions NOTE ● If there are problems with the contents of a codec, the codec will not be supported. ● If the information for a Container is incorrect and the file is in error, the Container will not be able to play correctly. ●...
Page 181 ● The menu may take longer to appear if the video’s bit rate exceeds 10Mbps. ● Some USB/digital camera devices may not be compatible with the TV. Video Decoder Audio Decoder ● ● Supports up to H.264, Level 4.1 Supports up to WMA 7, 8, 9 STD, 9 PRO. ●...
Page 182 Playing movie continuously (Resume Play) If you exit a movie when it is playing, you can play the movie later from the point where you stopped it. Select the movie file you stopped and want to resume by pressing the ◄ or ► button. Press the �...
Page 183 Music ■ Playing Music Press the ◄/►/▲/▼ button to Music select the desired music file in the file list. Press the ENTERE button or � (Play) button. – You can use the � (REW), ◀ ▶ µ (FF), Pause, Stop, and E Enter T Tools R Return...
Page 184 While a music file is playing, press the TOOLS button to access additional functions such as Repeat Mode, Shuffle Mode, Sound Mode, and Information. only displays files with MP3 and PCM file extensions. Other My Contents file extensions are not displayed, even if they are saved on the same USB device.
Page 185 Playing selected music Press the (Edit Mode) button. A check box appears on the left side of all the music files. Using the arrow keys, highlight a file you want to play, and then press ENTERE. A check appears in the check box of the selected file. Repeat for each file you want to play.
Page 186 Photos ■ Viewing a Photo (or Slide Show) Press the ◄/►/▲/▼ button to Nomal select the desired photo in the file list. Press the ENTERE button. ● To view files manually, one at a time, press the left or right ◀...
Page 187 During a Slide Show, press the TOOLS button to access additional functions such as Slide Show Speed, Background Music, Zoom, and Rotate. You can add background music to a slide show if you have music files on your USB device or PC by setting Background Music in the Tools...
Page 188 ❑ My Contents - Additional Functions Sorting the file lists Press the button in the file list to sort the files. Checks indicate which media the sort criteria apply to. Sort Criteria Operation Videos Music Photos Displays the whole folder. You can Folder View view a photo by selecting the folder.
Page 189 Sort Criteria Operation Videos Music Photos Sorts music files by artist in Artist alphabetical order. Sorts music file by album in Album alphabetical order. Genre Sorts music files by the genre. Sorts and shows photo files by Monthly month. ◀ ▶...
Page 190 Videos/Music/Photos Play Option menus When playing a file, press the TOOLS button. Checks indicate which media the options apply to. Option Name Operation Videos Music Photos You immediately load a video file Title Search you select. You can search a video at one minute intervals using the ◄...
Page 191 Option Name Operation Videos Music Photos You can adjust the picture size Picture Size to your preference. You can adjust the picture Picture Mode setting. You can adjust the sound Sound Mode setting. You can enjoy a video in a supported languages.
Page 192 Option Name Operation Videos Music Photos You can play a video with Subtitles. This function only works if the subtitle file has the Subtitle Setting same file name as the video file and the appropriate file extension. For example, Avatar. ttxt.
Page 193 Option Name Operation Videos Music Photos You can select background Background Music music when watching a Slide Setting Show. You can zoom into images in full screen mode. Use the ENTERE button to increase Zoom or decrease the zoom. Use the arrow buttons to select the area to enlarge.
Page 194 Anynet+ with your Samsung TV’s remote control. The Anynet+ system can be used only with Samsung devices that have the Anynet+ feature. To be sure your Samsung device has this feature, check if there is an Anynet+ logo on it.
Page 195 Anynet+ Menu The Anynet+ menu changes depending on the type and status of the Anynet+ devices connected to the TV. Anynet+ Menu Description View TV Changes Anynet+ mode to TV broadcast mode. Device List Shows the Anynet+ device list. (device_name) Shows the connected device menus.
Page 196 Anynet+ Menu Description Shows the title menu of the connected device. For example, if a DVD player is connected, the title menu of the movie in the DVD (device_name) player will appear. Title Menu Depending on the device, this menu may not be available. Receiver Sound is played through the receiver.
Page 197 ❑ Setting Up Anynet+ MENUm → → → ENTERE System Anynet+ (HDMI-CEC) Anynet+ (HDMI-CEC) ■ Anynet+ (HDMI-CEC) (Off / On): To use the Anynet+ Function, you must set Anynet+ (HDMI-CEC) to On. When the Anynet+ (HDMI-CEC) function is disabled, all the Anynet+ related operations are deactivated.
Page 198 ❑ Switching between Anynet+ Devices Press the TOOLS button, select Anynet+ (HDMI-CEC), and then press ENTERE Select List, and then press the ENTERE●button. Device If you cannot find a device you want, press the button to refresh the list. Select a device, and then press the ENTERE button. You can switch to the selected device.
Page 199 ❑ Listening through a Receiver You can listen through a receiver (i.e Home Theater) instead of the TV speaker. Select Receiver and set to On. Press the EXIT button to exit. If your receiver supports audio only, it may not appear in the device list. The receiver will work when you have properly connected the optical in jack of the receiver to the DIGITAL AUDIO OUT (OPTICAL) jack of the TV.
Page 200 NOTE ● You can only control Anynet+ devices using the TV remote control, not the buttons on the TV. ● The TV remote control may not work under certain conditions. If this occurs, reselect the Anynet+ device. ● The Anynet+ functions do not operate with other manufacturers’ products.
Page 201 ❑ Troubleshooting for Anynet+ Problem Possible Solution ● Check if the device is an Anynet+ device. The Anynet+ system Anynet+ does not work. supports Anynet+ devices only. ● You can connect only one receiver (home theater) connected. ● Check if the Anynet+ device power cord is properly connected. ●...
Page 202 Problem Possible Solution ● Check whether the TV remote control is in mode. Anynet+ does not work. ● Check whether the remote control is Anynet+ compatible. ● Anynet+ does not work in certain situations. (Searching channels, operating My Contents Plug & Play (initial setup), etc.) ●...
Page 203 Problem Possible Solution ● Check if the Anynet+ device is properly connected to the TV I want to start Anynet+. and check if the Anynet+ (HDMI-CEC) is set to in the System menu. ● Press the TOOLS button to display the Anynet+ menu and select a menu you want.
Page 204 Problem Possible Solution ● You cannot use the remote control when the TV is in the The message ‘Connecting process of configuring Anynet+ or switching to a view mode. to Anynet+ ● Use the remote control after the TV has finished Anynet+ device...’...
Page 205 Problem Possible Solution ● Check whether or not the device supports Anynet+ functions. The connected device is not ● Check whether or not the HDMI cable is properly connected. displayed. ● Check whether Anynet+ (HDMI-CEC) is set to in the System menu.
Page 206 ❑ About AllShare™ for LCD 550 series AllShare™ connects your TV and compatible Samsung mobile phones / devices through a network. On your TV, you can view call arrivals and SMS messages received by your mobile phones. In addition, you can play media contents including videos, photos and music saved on your mobile phones or the other devices (such as your PC) by controlling them on the TV via the network.
Page 207 ❑ Setting Up AllShare™ MENUm → → → ENTERE Network AllShare Settings AllShare Settings ■ ● Off): Enables or disables Media (On / AllShare Settings the media function. When the media function is on, you can control Media contents play using mobile phones Media ►...
Page 208 Media / Message ■ Shows a list of mobile phones or connected devices which have been set up to use the Media Message function with this TV. Media function is available in all devices which support DLNA DMC. ● Allow / Deny: Allows/Blocks the devices.
Page 209 Using the Media Function You can play media contents including videos, photos and music saved on your mobile phones or the other devices (such as your PC) by controlling them on the TV via the network. NOTE ● To turn off the media contents transmission from the devices, set Media in the AllShare...
Page 210 Using the Message Function You can view call arrivals and SMS messages received by your mobile phone, through the alarm window, while watching TV. NOTE ● To disable the alarm window, set Message in the AllShare Settings. ● is selected, or if is not selected after the message has appeared once, the message will be deleted.
Page 211 Message View If a new SMS message arrives while you are watching TV, the alarm window appears. If you click the OK button, the contents of the message are displayed. You can configure the viewing settings for SMS messages on your mobile phones.
Page 212 Call Arrival Alarm If a call arrives while you are watching TV, the alarm window appears. Schedule Alarm While you are watching TV, the alarm window appears to display the scheduled event. You can configure viewing settings for schedule contents on your mobile phone.
Page 213: Troubleshooting
❑ Troubleshooting If the TV seems to have a problem, first review this list of problems and solutions. If none of these troubleshooting tips apply, visit samsung.com, then click on Support, or call Samsung customer service at 1-800-SAMSUNG. Issues Solutions and Explanations...
Page 214 Issues Solutions and Explanations The TV image does Store displays are typically tuned to digital, HD (high not look as good as it definition) channels. did in the store. ● If you have an analog cable/satellite box, upgrade to a digital set top box.
Page 215 Issues Solutions and Explanations ● The compression of video contents may cause picture The picture is distorted: macroblock distortion, especially in fast moving pictures such as error, small block, sports and action movies. dots, pixelization. ● A weak signal can cause picture distortion. This is not a TV problem.
Page 216 Issues Solutions and Explanations ● Adjust the Picture options in the TV menu. (go to There is poor color or Picture brightness. Mode Color Brightness / Sharpness) ● Adjust the Energy Saving option in the TV menu (go to MENU - System ECO Solution Energy...
Page 217 Issues Solutions and Explanations ● If the TV is connected to a cable box, please try to reset When changing channels, the picture the box. (Reconnect the AC cord and wait until the cable freezes or is distorted box reboots. It may take up to 20 minutes.) or delayed.
Page 218 Issues Solutions and Explanations ● Set the option to in the The picture is good Speaker Select TV speaker but there is no sound. menu. Sound ● If you are using an external device, check the device’s audio output option (Ex. You may need to change your cable box’s audio option to HDMI if you have the box connected to your TV using an HDMI cable.).
Page 219 Issues Solutions and Explanations ● Check the cable connections. Make sure a video cable The speakers are making an is not connected to an audio input. inappropriate noise. ● For Antenna or Cable connections, check the signal information. A weak signal may cause sound distortion. ●...
Page 220 Issues Solutions and Explanations ● Ensure the is set to in the The TV turns off Sleep Timer System automatically. menu. ● If your PC is connected to the TV, check your PC power settings. ● Make sure the AC power cord is plugged in securely to the wall outlet and the TV.
Page 221 Issues Solutions and Explanations ● Check the cable connections. (Remove and reconnect There is no picture/ video all cables connected to the TV and external devices). ● Set your external device’s (Cable/Sat Box, DVD, Blu- ray etc) video outputs to match the connections to the TV input.
Page 222 Issues Solutions and Explanations RF(Cable/Antenna) Connection ● Make sure the coaxial cable is connected securely. The TV is not receiving all channels. ● Auto Program to add available channels to the channel list. Go to MENU - Channel Auto Program then select Auto and make sure to select the correct Cable TV signal type.
Page 223 Issues Solutions and Explanations ● Compression of video contents may cause picture The picture is distorted: macroblock, distortion. especially on fast moving pictures such as error, small block, sports and action movies. dots, pixelization. ● A weak signal can cause picture distortion. This is not a TV problem.
Page 224 PC. Network Connection for LCD 550 series ● The Samsung Wireless USB dongle is required to use a The wireless network connection failed. wireless network. ● Make sure the network connection is set to Wireless (General).
Page 225 Issues Solutions and Explanations ● Network Settings in the Network menu. Software Upgrade over the network fails. ● If you have latest SW version, SW upgrade will not proceed. Others ● Remove the left and right audio connections from the Purple/green rolling horizontal bars and set-top-box.
Page 226 Issues Solutions and Explanations ● HD channels will have black bars on either side of the The picture will not display in full screen. screen when displaying up scaled SD (4:3) contents. ● Black bars will appear on the top and bottom of the screen when you watch movies that have aspect ratios different from your TV.
Page 227 The cable/set top box remote control does operate the TV. Refer to the Cable/Set top box user not turn the TV on manual for the SAMSUNG TV code. or off, or adjust the volume. ● Check the supported resolution of the TV and adjust the “Mode Not...
Page 228 Issues Solutions and Explanations ● This smell is normal and will dissipate over time. There is a plastic smell from the TV. ● This function is only available for digital channels the TV Signal Information receives from an Antenna / RF/Coax connection. unavailable in the Self Diagnosis...
Page 229 Issues Solutions and Explanations ● If TV is in the Store Demo mode, it will reset audio and Your settings are lost after 30 minutes or picture settings every 30 minutes. Please change from every time the TV is Store Demo mode to Home Use mode using the...
Page 230 Issues Solutions and Explanations ● functionality is only available when you are using an menu is not available. HDMI, PC, or source. Component ● This is part of the product’s design and is not a defect. You see small particles when you look closely at the edge of the frame of the TV.
Page 231: Anti-Theft Kensington Lock
The appearance and locking method may differ from the illustration below depending on the manufacturer. Refer to the manual provided with the Kensington Lock for additional information on proper use. The Kensington Lock is not supplied by Samsung. ◀ ▶...
Page 232 To lock the product, follow these steps: Wrap the Kensington lock cable around a large, stationary object such as desk or chair. Slide the end of the cable with the lock attached through the looped end of the Kensington lock cable. Insert the locking device into the Kensington slot on the product ( 1 ).
Page 233: License
❑ License TheaterSound, SRS and the symbol are trademarks of SRS Labs, Inc. TheaterSound technology is incorporated under license from SRS Labs, Inc. Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. Dolby and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories. ◀ ▶...
Page 234 DivX Certified® to play DivX® video up to HD 1080p, including premium content. DivX®, DivX Certified® and associated logos are trademarks of DivX, Inc. and are used under license. ABOUT DIVX VIDEO: DivX® is a digital video format created by DivX, Inc. This is an official DivX Certified®...

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