Samsung LN22D450G1F E-Manual

Samsung LN22D450G1F E-Manual

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  • Page 1 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 2: Table Of Contents

    Contents Channel Setting • Using the Channel menu (Watch TV) • Memorizing channels • Other Features Basic Features • Picture Menu • Sound Menu Preference Features • Network for LCD 550 series • System Menu • Support Menu Advanced Features • My Contents • Anynet+(HDMI-CEC) • AllShare™ for LCD 550 series Other Information • Troubleshooting • Anti-theft Kensington Lock • License...
  • Page 3: Using The Channel Menu (Watch Tv)

    ❑ Using the Channel menu (Watch TV) Press the CONTENT button to select menu item. Choose from Manager. Schedule Manager ■ CONTENT → Watch TV Select the Schedule menu item to access the Viewing let you display the channel you want at the time of your choice. Watch TV TV, and then select the desired Watch...
  • Page 4 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 System menu to use this function. To use Viewing, follow these steps: Timer Press the ENTERE button on the...
  • Page 5 ● Repeat: Select Once, Manual, Sat~Sun, 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 ● Start Time: You can set the start time you want.
  • Page 6: Channel List

    Channel List ■ CONTENT → Channel List you press the Channel button on your remote control. On the you can view Added Channels, channels. When you press the CH LIST button on the remote control, the Channel List ◀ at once. ●...
  • Page 7 The TV displays Favorites. If you want to view the list of favorite channels quickly, press the CH LIST button, and then press the ► 1-5. If you have favorites in more than one Favorite Group, press the ► Mode) to view the other groups. Press the ◄ return to the Using the colored and function buttons with the ●...
  • Page 8 ● ● (CH Mode / added favorites using When you press the other channels using L(Channel) button. ● ● (Watch / Displays details of the selected program. ● k●(Page): Scrolls the Channel Status Display Icons ◀ Icon An analog channel. A reserved program.
  • Page 9 How to use Timer Viewing in Channel List (digital channels only) You can use Timer Viewing viewing. The TV will turn on and display the digital channel program when the program begins. To schedule a digital program, follow these steps: Press the CH LIST button, then select a desired digital channel.
  • Page 10: Channel Manager

    Channel Manager ■ CONTENT → 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 channels. ● Channels: Show all currently available channels.
  • Page 11 Using the colored buttons with ● ● Red (Antenna): Switches between ● ● Blue (Sorting): Sorts the channel list by channel number or by name. Using the Arrow buttons with Highlight a channel in the first column on the left, and then press the Left arrow button.
  • Page 12 Channel Status Display Icons Icon An analog channel. A selected channel. A favorite channel. Displays the ◀ Channel Manager Option Menu Manage channels using the Favorites Edit Favorites, All).The Option menu items that appear may differ depending on the channel status and type.
  • Page 13 Use the arrow buttons to select a channel, and then press the 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 14 ● Add to Favorites you selected is not already a favorite. selected is already a favorite. Using Add to Favorite to add a channel to the Favorites List: Select Add to Favorites screen appears. Add to Favorites etc. You can add a favorite channel to any one of the groups. Select a group ◀...
  • Page 15 Using Edit Favorites to delete a channel from the Favorites List: Select Favorites, and then press the ENTERE button. The 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 16 ● Channel Name Edit 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 17 Adding a Channel to the Channel List: Select a deleted channel on 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 18 ● only appears if you have selected a deleted channel on the Channels ● only appears if you have selected an added channel on the Delete Added Ch. ● Deselect All: Deselect all the selected channels. Deselect All ● Select All: Select all the channels in the channel list.
  • Page 19: 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 20 Antenna (Air / Cable) ■ To begin the memorizing procedure, follow these steps: Push MENUm → Select Antenna, and then press ENTERE. Select the source of your TV signal, Auto Program. Selecting Cable to Air. Outside the menu, you can do the same thing by pressing ◀...
  • Page 21: 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 → Select Auto Select If you selected will already be selected. ◀ Select Search If you selected Cable, the Cable System screen appears. Select Cable System, and then press ENTERE.
  • Page 22 Select STD, HRC, or IRC, and then press ENTERE. Repeat for Analog Cable Select Search After all the available channels are stored, channels. When done, the can take up to 30 minutes How to Stop Auto Programming Press the ENTERE button. ◀...
  • Page 23: Other Features

    ❑ Other Features MENUm → Clear Scrambled Channel ■ This function filters out scrambled channels after This process may take up to 20~30 minutes. How to Stop the Clear Scrambled Channels Function Press the ENTERE button to select Stop. ◀ Press the š...
  • Page 24: 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 25: Changing The Preset Picture Mode

    ❑ Changing the Preset Picture Mode MENUm → Picture Mode ■ Picture modes apply preset adjustments to the picture. Select a mode using the up and down arrow keys, and then press ENTERE. When connecting a PC, you can only select ●...
  • Page 26: Adjusting Picture Settings

    ❑ Adjusting picture settings MENUm → 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 27: Screen Adjustment

    Screen Adjustment ■ MENUm → Screen Adjustment 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. ● Picture Size: If you have a cable box or satellite receiver, it may have its own set of screen sizes as well.
  • Page 28 4:3: Sets the picture to Do not set your TV to 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 29 ● Position: Adjusts the picture position. is set to Zoom1, Zoom2, To use the follow these steps: Select the Position, and then press the ENTERE button. Select the Press the ▲ or ▼ button to move the picture up or down. Press the ENTERE button.
  • Page 30 To use the to an HDMI (1080i/1080p) or Component (1080i/1080p) source, follow these steps: Select the Position, and then press the ENTERE button. Select the Press the ▲, ▼, ◄ or ► button to move the picture. Press the ENTERE button. If you want to reset the pictures to its original position, select ◀...
  • Page 31 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: ATV, AV Component (480i, 480p, 576i, 576p) ◀...
  • Page 32 ● 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 33 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.) → Picture Auto Adjustment mode only.
  • Page 34 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 35: Changing The Picture Options

    ❑ Changing the Picture Options Advanced Settings ■ MENUm → Advance Settings connecting a PC, you can only make changes to 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 36 ● Black Tone (Off / Dark / Darker / Darkest): Select the black level to adjust the screen depth. ● Dynamic Contrast (Off / Low / Medium / High): Adjusts the screen contrast. ● Detail: Increases the Shadow brightness of dark images. ●...
  • Page 37 ● Color Space (Auto / available to create images. ● Balance: Adjusts the color temperature for a more natural picture. White R-Offset / G-Offset / darkness. R-Gain / G-Gain / Reset: Resets the ● Flesh Tone: Emphasizes pink “Flesh Tone”. ●...
  • Page 38: Picture Options

    Picture Options ■ MENUm → 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. When connecting a PC, you can only make changes to ●...
  • Page 39 ● Digital Noise Filter (Off / Low / Medium / High / Auto / Auto If the broadcast signal received by your TV is weak, you can activate the Digital Noise Filter on the screen. When the signal is weak, try each option until the TV displays best picture.
  • Page 40 ● HDMI Black Level (Low / screen to adjust the screen depth. Available only in ● Film Mode (Off / Auto1 / processes film signals from all sources automatically and adjusts the picture for optimum quality. Available in ATV, AV, COMPONENT (480i / 1080i) and HDMI (1080i). If the screen does not seem natural, change its option to ◀...
  • Page 41 Reset Picture (OK / Cancel) ■ Resets your current picture mode to its default settings. ◀ ▶ English...
  • Page 42: Changing The Preset Sound Modes

    ❑ Changing the Preset Sound Modes MENUm → 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. ● Movie: Provides the best sound for movies.
  • Page 43: Sound Settings

    ❑ Sound Settings MENUm → 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 through a pair of speakers or headphones using HRTF (Head Related Transfer ◀...
  • Page 44 ● 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 45: Adjusting Sound Settings

    ❑ 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 46 ● 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 47 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 48: 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 49 ● 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 50 Reset Sound (OK / Cancel) ■ Reset all sound settings to the factory defaults. Select OK, press ENTERE, select on the pop-up, and then press ENTERE again. ◀ ▶ English...
  • Page 51: Network Settings

    ❑ Setting the Network Connection Network Settings ■ MENUm → Set up your network connection so you can use AllShare™ and perform software upgrade. Network Status ■ MENUm → ◀ Let you check the current network and Internet status. AllShare Settings ■...
  • Page 52: Connecting To A Wired Network

    ❑ 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 53 ● 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 on the Wall ◀...
  • Page 54 ● 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 55 ● 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 56 ■ 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 Go to the Network Settings →...
  • Page 57 If the connection process fails, check the LAN port connection. If the automatic process cannot find the network connection values or if you want to set the connection manually, go to the next secton, Manual Network Setup. ◀ Network Settings Internet is connected successfully.
  • Page 58 ■ 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 59 How to set up manually To set up your TV’s cable network connection manually, follow these steps: Go to the Network Settings → ENTERE) Settings Select Wired, and then press ENTERE. The network connection screen appears and the verification process starts. ◀...
  • Page 60 In the top entry field, press ENTERE, and then set 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 61 When done entering 10. Press the down arrow key to go to the Subnet Mask fields, and then press ENTERE. 11. Repeat the same entry process for Server. 12. When done, select ENTERE. The network connection screen appears and the verification process starts.
  • Page 62: Connecting To A Wireless Network

    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 63 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 network connection, the video may not be played smoothly.
  • Page 64 If you select the HIGH PURE THROUGHPUT (Greenfield) 802.11n mode ◀ and the 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. ●...
  • Page 65 – 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 66 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 67 Connect the extension cable to the USB 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 68 ■ 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 69 How to set up automatically Go to the Network Settings screen. (MENUm → Network Settings Select Wireless then press ENTERE. The Network function searches for available wireless networks. ◀ When done, it displays a list of the available networks. → Network Select a network connection type.
  • Page 70 In the list of networks, press the ▲ or ▼ button to select a network, and then press the ENTERE If the wireless router is set to Hidden (Invisible), you have to select Network establish the connection. If the Enter security key screen appears, go to step 6. If you select an wireless router that does not have security, go to step 8.
  • Page 71 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 72 ■ 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 73 How to set up manually To set up your TV’s cable network connection manually, follow these steps: Go to the Network Settings → ENTERE) Settings Select Wireless The Network function searches for available wireless networks. When done, it displays a list of the available networks. In the list of networks, press the ▲...
  • Page 74 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 75 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 screen. The In the top entry field, press ENTERE, and then set 10.
  • Page 76 13. Repeat the entry process for each field in the 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 77 ■ 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 screen. (MENUm → Network Settings Select WPS(PBC), and press ENTERE, then press ◀ ENTERE again. Press the WPS(PBC) button on your router within 2 minutes.
  • Page 78 ■ One Foot Connection Network Setup One Foot Connection automatically to a Samsung Wireless router. If your non-Samsung router does not support One Foot methods. You can check for equipment that supports samsung.com. How to Set Up Using One Foot Connection ◀...
  • Page 79 Select 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 80 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 81 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) connect. If network does not operate normally, check the Security key malfunction. If a device is connected once, it is added to the Network Setting list. When you connect it again, you can find it in the Network Setting list.
  • Page 82 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 83: Setting The Time

    ❑ Setting the Time MENUm → 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 84 ● 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, Clock Select Clock number buttons or the up and down arrow buttons to enter numbers.
  • Page 85: Using The Sleep Timer

    On): Switches the DST (Daylight Saving Time) function on or off. DST (Off / This function is only available when the Time Zone: Select your time zone. This function is only available when the ❑ Using the Sleep Timer MENUm → ●...
  • Page 86 ❑ Setting the On/Off Timer MENUm → 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 separate On Timer Timer On Timer You must set the clock before ◀...
  • Page 87 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 88 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 89: Off Timer

    ● Timer: You can set up three separate Off Timer Timer Off Timer You must set the clock before you can use Setup: Select Mon~Fri, Mon~Sat, Sat~Sun Manual If you select Manual, you can choose the days you want ◀ Timer to turn off your TV.
  • Page 90: Blocking Programs

    ❑ Blocking Programs MENUm → 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. Every time you access the Security functions, the PIN screen appears and you must enter that PIN.
  • Page 91 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 92 Similarly, if you click adult group will be blocked (TV-G, TV-PG, ratings (D, L, S, PG, then the L sub-ratings in blocked. To unblock a category, click the lock. To unblock all the categories in a row, click the lock under ALL. To watch a blocked program, you must enter the Security code when requested.
  • Page 93 Movie Rating 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 categories: – G: General audience (no restrictions). / PG: Parental guidance suggested. / PG-13: Parents strongly cautioned.
  • Page 94 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 95 Canadian English Canadian English rating. Canadian English Rating 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. / G: General programming, suitable for all audiences. / PG: Parental Guidance.
  • Page 96 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 97 Canadian French Canadian rating. Canadian French Rating ratings categories: – G: General / children 8 years and over to watch on their own. / may not be suitable for children under the age of 13. / Programming is not suitable for children under the age of 16. / Programming restricted to adults.
  • Page 98 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 99 Downloadable U.S. while watching DTV channels. NOTE ● If information is not downloaded from the broadcasting station, Downloadable U.S. Rating ● Parental restriction information is automatically downloaded while you watch DTV channels. It may take several seconds. ● Downloadable U.S. Rating information is downloaded from the broadcasting station.
  • Page 100 ● Parental restriction levels differ depending on the broadcasting station. The default menu name and change depending on the downloaded information. ● Even if you set the on-screen display to another language, the Downloadable U.S. Rating ● Blocking one rating level will automatically block other categories that deal with more sensitive material.
  • Page 101 ● Change PIN: The for your PIN and enter it in Confirm New The TV has memorized your new PIN. How to watch a restricted program or movie If the TV is tuned to a restricted program or movie, the will block it.
  • Page 102 ❑ Picture In Picture (PIP) MENUm → ■ 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 cable box and watch a movie from a Blu-ray player attached to the HDMI In jack.
  • Page 103 ● 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 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 104 ● PIP (Off / ● Air/Cable (Air / for the sub-screen. ● Channel: Select the channel for the sub-screen. ● (Õ / Ã): Select a size for the sub-picture. Size ● Position ● Sound Select (Main / from the ◀ On): Activate or deactivate the PIP function.
  • Page 105: Picture Menu

    ❑ Economical Solutions Eco Solution ■ ● Energy Saving (Off / Low / Medium / High / Picture 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 106 Backlight: When minimum screen brightness. Eco Sensor darker in most cases) depending on the surrounding light intensity. You can control the screen’s minimum brightness with the function. ● No Signal Power Off (Off / 15 min. / 30 min. / 60 the TV switches to standby mode if it is receiving no signal.
  • Page 107: Menu Language

    ❑ Other Features MENUm → Menu Language ■ Set the menu language. Select Menu Language, Choose a language, and then press the ENTERE button. Choose ◀ → ENTERE System and then press the ENTERE button. English, Español, or Français. English ▶...
  • Page 108 Caption ■ (On-Screen Text Messages) ● Caption (Off / 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 109 Default / Service1~Service6 / CC1~CC4 / only) The Digital Captions function works with digital channels. Service1~6 the broadcast. ● Digital Caption Size: Options include Default, Small, Standard and Large. The default is Standard. Font Style: Options include Default and Styles 0 to 7. The default is Style 0. ◀...
  • Page 110 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 Options include Default, Transparent, Translucent, Solid and Flashing. Return to Default: This option sets Size, Font Style, Foreground Color, Background Color, Foreground Opacity, and Background Opacity to their...
  • Page 111 NOTE ● Digital Caption Options Default ● The availability of captions depends on the program being broadcast. ● Default ● You cannot set the Foreground and Background to the same color. ● You cannot set both the Opacity ◀ are available only when you can select Service1 ~ Service6 setting follows the standards set by the broadcaster.
  • Page 112: 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 113 General ■ ● Game Mode (Off / as PlayStation™ or Xbox™ to the TV, you can enjoy a more realistic gaming experience if you set NOTE ● Precautions and limitations for – Before disconnecting a game console and connecting another external device, set ◀...
  • Page 114 ● Game Mode or PC. ● Game Mode turn Game Mode on before you have attached the game console, you may notice reduced picture quality. ● Game Mode – Picture Mode Movie. ◀ is not available when you’ve set the input source to only after connecting a game console.
  • Page 115 TV manually using your remote control. ◀ Dark): Set the Transparency of the menu. On): Display the Samsung logo when the TV is turned on. : Lets you change the TV’s name by selecting from Input, a keyboard appears on the screen and you can...
  • Page 116: Anynet+(Hdmi-Cec)

    Anynet+ (HDMI-CEC) ■ For details on set up options, refer to the “Anynet+ (HDMI-CEC)” instructions. ◀ ▶ English...
  • Page 117 DivX® Video On Demand ■ Shows the registration code authorized for the TV. If you connect to the DivX web site and register using that code, you can download the VOD registration file. If you activate the VOD registration using Contents, the registration is completed.
  • Page 118 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. For more details, refer to each device’s manual.
  • Page 119: Support Menu

    ❑ Support Menu MENUm → e-Manual ■ You can read the introduction and instructions about the TV features stored in your TV. For the detailed information about e-Manual Screen, refer to “How to view the e-Manual” in the User Manual. ◀...
  • Page 120: 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. No: Select No if the test picture displays properly. There may be a problem with your external equipment.
  • Page 121 ◀ speaker during the sound test. There may be a problem with the TV. Contact Samsung’s Call Center for assistance. No: Select No if you can hear sound from the speakers. There may be a problem with your external equipment. Please check your connections. If the problem persists, refer to the external device’s user manual.
  • Page 122 Poor or Distorted Picture, Distorted Sound or No Sound, 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.
  • Page 123: Software Upgrade

    ■ Software Upgrade Software Upgrade upgrade your TV’s software to the latest version. Current Version: version already installed in the TV. The current version is displayed in the following format: Year/Month/ Day_Version number. ◀ menu lets you This is the software English Software Upgrade Current Version...
  • Page 124 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 125 By USB To upgrade by USB, follow these steps: 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 flash drive into the USB port of the TV.
  • Page 126 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 127 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 128 Alternative Software Alternative Software earlier, but you decided not to install immediately, or a file downloaded by the TV Standby Mode Upgrade To upgrade by Alternative If upgrade software has been downloaded, you will see the software version number to the right of Select Alternative ◀...
  • Page 129 Standby Mode Upgrade You can set the 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. Because the TV is turned on internally, the screen may glow slightly.
  • Page 130 ● On: If you select On, the TV will automatically download new upgrade software when it is in Standby mode with the power off. If it downloads new upgrade software, the TV will ask you if you want to install it when you turn the TV on.
  • Page 131: Contact Samsung

    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 how to download products and software. Contents Home ■ You can enjoy useful and various contents.
  • Page 132: Using The My Contents

    ❑ Using the My Contents Enjoy photos, music and movie files saved on a USB Mass Storage Class (MSC) device and your PC. Press the CONTENT button to select Contents. Press ▲/▼ button to select desired menu (Videos, Photos, Music), then press the ENTERE button.
  • Page 133: Connecting A Usb Device

    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 AllShare PC Software on your PC.
  • Page 134 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. My Contents only supports USB Mass Storage Class (MSC) devices.
  • Page 135 ● USB (HDD) is not supported. ● Connect USB HDDs to the dedicated port, USB 1 (HDD), only. ● 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 136 ● 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 137 ● If the TV has no input during the time set in Screensaver will run. ● The power-saving mode of some external hard disk drives may be released automatically when your connect them to the TV. ● If you use a USB extension cable, the TV may not recognize the USB device or may not be able to read the files on the device.
  • Page 138 To use My Contents download “AllShare PC Software” and the AllShare PC Software users manual from “www.samsung.com”. For more information on how to configure your TV and connect it to your network, see ‘Network Connection’. We recommend you locate both your TV and PC in the same network subnet.
  • Page 139 You need a router and/or modem to connect your PC to the Internet. For information about connecting your PC to your network, see the instructions for the router or modem. The following playing media from a PC connected through a network: ●...
  • Page 140 Depending on the Internet server, when you use network connection: ● The sorting method may vary. ● Play Continuously may not be supported. – Play Continuously memorizes only the point where the most recent user stopped playing a video.) ● The �...
  • Page 141 ❑ 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: Displays the selected content category (Music,...
  • Page 142 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. – If video time information is unknown, playing time and the progress bar are not displayed.
  • Page 143 – 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 Mode.
  • Page 144 ● Supported Video Formats File Extention Container *.avi *.mkv ◀ Video Codec Resolution DivX 3.11 / 4.x 1920x1080 / 5.1 / 6.0 H.264 BP / MP 1920x1080 / HP MPEG4 SP / 1920x1080 Motion JPEG 640x480 English Frame rate Bit rate Audio Codec (fps) (Mbps)
  • Page 145 File Extention Container *.asf ◀ *.wmv Frame rate Video Codec Resolution DivX 3.11 / 4.x 1920x1080 / 5.1 / 6.0 H.264 BP/MP/ 1920x1080 MPEG4 SP / 1920x1080 Motion JPEG 640x480 Window Media 1920x1080 Video v9 English Bit rate Audio Codec (fps) (Mbps) 6 ~ 30...
  • Page 146 File Extention Container *.mp4 *.3gp 3GPP ◀ *.vro Video Codec Resolution H.264 BP / MP 1920x1080 / HP MPEG4 SP / 1920x1080 H.264 BP / MP 1920x1080 / HP MPEG4 SP / 1920x1080 MPEG1 1920x1080 24 / 25 / 30 MPEG2 1920x1080 24 / 25 / 30...
  • Page 147 File Extention Container *.mpg *.mpeg *.ts *.tp *.trp ◀ Frame rate Video Codec Resolution MPEG1 1920x1080 24 / 25 / 30 MPEG2 1920x1080 24 / 25 / 30 H.264 1920x1080 MPEG2 1920x1080 24 / 25 / 30 H.264 1920x1080 1920x1080 English Bit rate Audio Codec...
  • Page 148 Other Restrictions NOTE ● Video content will not play, or not play correctly, if there is an error in the content or the container. ● Sound or video may not work if the contents have a standard bit rate/ frame rate above the compatible Frame/sec listed in the table above. ●...
  • Page 149 ● Some USB/digital camera devices may not be compatible with the TV. ● Video content can not be played, if there are many contents in one file. ● Supports up to H.264, Level 4.1 ● H.264 FMO / ASO / RS, VC1 SP / MP / AP L4 and AVCHD are not supported.
  • Page 150 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 151 Music ■ Playing Music Press the ◄/►/▲/▼ button to 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 Play buttons on the bottom of your remote control during playback.
  • Page 152 While a music file is playing, press the TOOLS button to access additional functions such as Information. My Contents extensions are not displayed, even if they are saved on the same USB device. If the sound is abnormal when you play MP3 files, adjust the in the Sound problem.)
  • Page 153 Playing selected music Press the 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. Press the TOOLS button, and then select ◀...
  • Page 154 Photos ■ Viewing a Photo (or Slide Show) Press the ◄/►/▲/▼ button to 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 ◀ arrow buttons.
  • Page 155 During a Slide such as Slide Show You can add background music to a slide show if you have music files on your USB device or PC by setting menu, and then selecting music files to play. You can use the Pause, Stop, and Play buttons on the bottom of your remote control during a slide show.
  • Page 156 ❑ 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 Displays the whole folder. You can Folder View view a photo by selecting the folder.
  • Page 157 Sort Criteria 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. ◀ Operation Videos English Music Photos ▶...
  • Page 158 Videos/Music/Photos Play Option menus When playing a file, press the TOOLS button. Checks indicate which media the options apply to. Option Name Title Search ◀ Time Search Shuffle Mode Repeat Mode Operation You immediately load a video file you select. You can search a video at one minute intervals using the ◄...
  • Page 159 Option Name Picture Size Picture Mode Sound Mode ◀ Subtitle Language Operation You can adjust the picture size to your preference. You can adjust the picture setting. You can adjust the sound setting. You can enjoy a video in a supported languages.
  • Page 160 Option Name Subtitle Setting Start Slide Show / ◀ Pause Slide Show Slide Show Speed Background Music Operation You can play a video with Subtitles. This function only works if the subtitle file has the same file name as the video file and the appropriate file extension.
  • Page 161 Option Name Background Music Setting Zoom ◀ Rotate Information Operation You can select background music when watching a Slide Show. You can zoom into images in full screen mode. Use the ENTERE button to increase or decrease the zoom. Use the arrow buttons to select the area to enlarge.
  • Page 162 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 163 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 164 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 165: Setting Up Anynet

    ❑ Setting Up Anynet+ MENUm → Anynet+ (HDMI-CEC) ■ Anynet+ (HDMI-CEC) (Off / Anynet+ (HDMI-CEC) When the Anynet+ (HDMI-CEC) operations are deactivated. Auto Turn Off (No / ◀ the TV is turned off. Auto Turn Off same time as the TV turns off. Auto Turn Off →...
  • Page 166 ❑ Switching between Anynet+ Devices Press the TOOLS button, select ENTERE Select Device If you cannot find a device you want, press the Select a device, and then press the ENTERE button. You can switch to the selected device. Device List ◀...
  • Page 167: Listening Through A Receiver

    ❑ Listening through a Receiver You can listen through a receiver (i.e Home Theater) instead of the TV speaker. Select Receiver 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 168 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 169: Troubleshooting For Anynet

    ❑ Troubleshooting for Anynet+ Problem ● Anynet+ does not work. ● ● ● ◀ ● Possible Solution Check if the device is an Anynet+ device. The Anynet+ system supports Anynet+ devices only. You can connect only one receiver (home theater) connected. Check if the Anynet+ device power cord is properly connected.
  • Page 170 Problem ● Anynet+ does not work. ● ● ● ◀ ● Possible Solution Check whether the TV remote control is in Check whether the remote control is Anynet+ compatible. Anynet+ does not work in certain situations. (Searching channels, operating My Contents etc.) When connecting or removing the HDMI cable, please make sure to search devices again or turn your TV off and on again.
  • Page 171 Problem ● I want to start Anynet+. ● ● I want to exit Anynet+. ● ◀ ● Possible Solution Check if the Anynet+ device is properly connected to the TV and check if the Anynet+ (HDMI-CEC) System menu. Press the TOOLS button to display the Anynet+ menu and select a menu you want.
  • Page 172 Problem ● The message ‘Connecting to Anynet+ ● device...’ appears on the screen. ● The Anynet+ device does not ◀ play. Possible Solution You cannot use the remote control when the TV is in the process of configuring Anynet+ or switching to a view mode. Use the remote control after the TV has finished Anynet+ configuration or has finished switching to Anynet+.
  • Page 173 Problem ● The connected device is not ● displayed. ● ● ● ◀ ● ● The TV sound is not output through the receiver. Possible Solution Check whether or not the device supports Anynet+ functions. Check whether or not the HDMI cable is properly connected. Check whether Anynet+ (HDMI-CEC) System...
  • Page 174 For more information, visit “www.samsung.com” or contact the Samsung call center. Mobile devices may need additional software installation. For details, refer to each device’s user’s guide. If your Samsung TV connects to a non-Samsung DLNA server, a compatibility ◀ issue may occur during video playback.
  • Page 175 By connecting your Samsung TV to a network via AllShare™, you can use Samsung’s original functions as follows: – Playback of various video formats (DivX, MP4, 3GPP, AVI, ASF, MKV, etc.) – Video thumbnail feature – Bookmark function (to resume video playback) –...
  • Page 176: Setting Up Allshare

    ❑ Setting Up AllShare™ MENUm → AllShare Settings ■ ● Off): Enables or disables Media (On / the media function. When the media function is on, you can control Media contents play using mobile phones or other devices that support DLNA ◀...
  • Page 177 Media ■ Shows a list of mobile phones or connected devices which have been set up to use the Media function with this TV. Media function is available in all devices which support DLNA DMC. ● Allow / Deny: Allows/Blocks the devices. ●...
  • Page 178 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 in the AllShare ●...
  • Page 179: 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 Poor picture ◀...
  • Page 180 Issues The TV image does not look as good as it did in the store. ◀ Solutions and Explanations Store displays are typically tuned to digital, HD (high definition) channels. ● If you have an analog cable/satellite box, upgrade to a digital set top box.
  • Page 181 Issues The picture is distorted: macroblock error, small block, dots, pixelization. ◀ Color is wrong or missing. Solutions and Explanations ● The compression of video contents may cause picture distortion, especially in fast moving pictures such as sports and action movies. ●...
  • Page 182 Issues There is poor color or brightness. There is a dotted line ◀ on the edge of the screen. The picture is black and white. Solutions and Explanations ● Adjust the Picture options in the TV menu. (go to Mode Color Brightness ●...
  • Page 183 Issues When changing channels, the picture freezes or is distorted or delayed. Sound Problem ◀ There is no sound or the sound is too low at maximum volume. Solutions and Explanations ● If the TV is connected to a cable box, please try to reset the box.
  • Page 184 Issues The picture is good but there is no sound. ◀ Solutions and Explanations ● Set the Speaker Select 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 185 Issues The speakers are making an inappropriate noise. No Picture, No Video ◀ The TV will not turn Solutions and Explanations ● Check the cable connections. Make sure a video cable is not connected to an audio input. ● For Antenna or Cable connections, check the signal information.
  • Page 186 Issues The TV turns off automatically. ◀ Solutions and Explanations ● Ensure the Sleep Timer 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 187 Issues There is no picture/ video ◀ Solutions and Explanations ● Check the cable connections. (Remove and reconnect 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 188 Issues RF(Cable/Antenna) Connection The TV is not receiving all channels. ◀ No Caption on digital channels. Solutions and Explanations ● Make sure the coaxial cable is connected securely. ● Auto Program to add available channels to the channel list. Go to MENU - then select Auto and make sure to select the correct Cable TV signal type.
  • Page 189 Issues The picture is distorted: macroblock, error, small block, dots, pixelization. PC Connection “Mode Not ◀ Supported” message appears. “PC” is always shown on the source list, even if a is not connected. Solutions and Explanations ● Compression of video contents may cause picture distortion.
  • Page 190 If you are using an HDMI connection, check the audio output setting on your PC. for LCD 550 series ● The Samsung Wireless USB dongle is required to use a wireless network. ● Make sure the network connection is set to (General).
  • Page 191 Issues Software Upgrade over the network fails. Others Purple/green rolling horizontal bars and buzzing noise from ◀ the TV speakers with Component cable connection. Solutions and Explanations ● Network Settings ● If you have latest SW version, SW upgrade will not proceed.
  • Page 192 Issues The picture will not display in full screen. ◀ The remote control does not work. Solutions and Explanations ● HD channels will have black bars on either side of the 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 193 ● Program the Cable/Set top box remote control to operate the TV. Refer to the Cable/Set top box user manual for the SAMSUNG TV code. ● Check the supported resolution of the TV and adjust the external device’s output resolution accordingly. Refer to resolution settings in this manual.
  • Page 194 Issues There is a plastic smell from the TV. Signal Information unavailable in the Self Diagnosis Test menu. TV is tilted to the right ◀ or left side. Channel menu is grey out (unavailable). Solutions and Explanations ● This smell is normal and will dissipate over time. ●...
  • Page 195 Issues Your settings are lost after 30 minutes or every time the TV is turned off. You have intermittent loss of audio or video. ◀ Solutions and Explanations ● If TV is in the Store Demo picture settings every 30 minutes. Please change from Store Demo mode to &...
  • Page 196 Issues menu is not available. You see small particles when you look closely at the edge of the frame of the TV. POP (TV’s internal ◀ banner ad) appears on the screen. Solutions and Explanations ● functionality is only available when you are using an HDMI, PC, or Component ●...
  • Page 197: 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. ◀ Please find a “K” icon on the rear of the TV.
  • Page 198 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.
  • Page 199: License

    ❑ License TheaterSound, SRS and TheaterSound technology is incorporated under license from SRS Labs, Inc. SRS TheaterSound™ provides the most immersive surround sound experience from front-facing speaker configurations, while maintaining steady volume and delivering rich bass and clear dialog. Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. Dolby and the ◀...
  • Page 200 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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