Samsung PN50A400C2DXZA User Manual

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  • Page 1 Contact $AMSUNG WORLD=WiDE if you have any questions or comments relating to Samsung products, please contact the 8AMSUNG customer care center, Contacte con SAM$UNG WORLD WiDE Si tiene alguna pregunta o comentario referente a nuestros productos, por favor contacte con nuestro Servicio de Ateneion al Cliente i!i_!!i_i_!i_!;_i_i_!i_ii_ii_ii_i...
  • Page 2 SAMSUNG will additionally provide Warranty Repair Service in the United States on SAMSUNG products purchased in Canada, and in Canada on SAMSUNG products purchased in the United States, for the warranty period originally specified, and to the Original Purchaser only.
  • Page 3 i User instructions O Screen Image retention Do not display a still image (such as on a video game) on the plasma display panel for more than several minutes as it can cause screen image retention. This image retention is also known as "screen burn"=Toavoid such image retention, refer to page 23 of this manual to reduce the degree of brightness and contrast of the screen when displaying a still image.
  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    i Contents List of Features ..............5 Selecting the Antenna ............36 Accessories ................ 5 Clearing Scrambled Channels - Digital ......36 Viewing the Control Panel..........6 Adding and Erasing Channels ......... 37 Viewing the Connection Panel ........... 7 Viewing the Channel Lists..........38 Remote Control ..............
  • Page 5: List Of Features

    i General information List of Features • Adjustable picture settings that can be stored in the TV's memory. • Automatic timer to turn the TV on and off. • A special sleep timer. • V-Chip function. • Excellent Digital Interface & Networking : With a built-in HD digital tuner, non-subscription HD broadcasts can be viewed with no Set-Top Box needed.
  • Page 6: Viewing The Control Panel

    Viewing the Control Panel Buttons on the Lower-Right Part of the Panel The buttons on the lower=rightpanel control your TV's basic features, including the on=screenmenu. To use the more advanced features, you must use the remote control. , ......................< ©...
  • Page 7: Viewing The Connection Panel

    Viewing the Connection Panel Rear Panel Jacks Usethe rear panel jacks to connect A!Vcomponents that will be connected continuously, such as VCR or DVD players. For more information on connecting equipment, see pages 9-15. The product color and shape may vary depending on the model. O POWER IN O ANT IN Uses a 75D Coaxial connector for an Air/Cable...
  • Page 8: Remote Control

    Remote Control You can use the remote control up to a distance of about 23 feet from the TV. POWER SOURCE Turns the TV on and off. Press to display all of the available video sources. O TV Selects the TV mode directly. PRE-CH POWER Tunes to the previous channel.
  • Page 9: Installing Batteries In The Remote Control

    Installing Batteries in the Remote Control Lift the cover at the back of the remote control upward as shown in the figure. Install twoAAAsize batteries. Make sure to match the "+" and "-" ends of the batteries with the diagram inside the compartment.
  • Page 10: Connecting Cable Tv

    Connecting Cable TV To connect to a cable TV system, follow the instructions below. Cable without a Cable Box Plug the incoming cable into the ANT IN terminal on the back of the TV. _" Because this TV is cable-ready, you do not need a cable box to view unscrambled cable channels.
  • Page 11: Connecting A Dvd Player Or Cable Box / Satellite Receiver

    Connecting a DVD Player or Cable Box / Satellite receiver (Set-Top Box) via HDlVil This connection can only be made if there is an HDMi Output jack on the external device. This connection wiii provide the highest quality picture. Connect an HDMI Cable TV Rear Panel between the HDMI IN(1 or 2) DVD Player or Cable Box /...
  • Page 12: Connecting A Dvdplayerorcablebox/ Satellitereceiver(Set.topbox)Via Component Cables

    Connecting a DVDPlayerorCableBox/ Satellitereceiver(Set.TopBox)via Component cables The rear panel jacks on your TV make it easy to connect a DVD Player or Cable Box / Satellite receiver (Set=Top Box) to your TV. Connect Component Cables TV Rear Panel between the COMPONENT IN (1 or 2) [Y, PB, PR] jacks on the TV and the DVD Player or Cable Box/...
  • Page 13: Connecting A Vcr

    Connecting a VCR These instructions assume that you have already connected your TV to an antenna or a cable TV system (according to the instructions on pages 9-10). Skip step 1 if you have not yet connected to an antenna or a cable system.
  • Page 14: Connecting A Digitalaudio System

    Connecting a Digital Audio System The rear panel jacks on your TV make it easy to connect a Digital Audio System(Home theaterlReceiver) to your Connect an Optical Cable between the DIGITALAUDIO TV Rear Panel OUT (OPTICAL) jacks on Digital Audio System the TV and the Digital Audio Input (OPTICAL) jacks on the...
  • Page 15: Connecting A Pc

    Connecting a PC _the D=SubCable Using the D=SubCable Connect a D-Sub Cable TV Rear Panel between PC IN [PC] jack on the TV and the PC output jack on your computer. Connect a PCAudio Cable between PC IN [AUDIO] jack on the TV and the Audio Out jack of the sound card on your computer.
  • Page 16: Turning The Tv On And Off

    i Operation Turning the TV On and Off Press the POWER button on the remote control. You can also use the POWER button on the TV. It may take a while before you see a full picture. Plug & Play Feature The first time you turn on your new TV, choose your basic settings for language, input source and channels, and time of day using the plug and play feature.
  • Page 17 The TV will begin memorizing all of the available channels. _" To stop the search before it has finished, press the ENTER button with Stop selected. After all the available channels are stored, the TV starts to remove scrambled channels(see page37). The Auto program menu then reappears. Press the ENTER button when channel memorization is complete.
  • Page 18: Changing Channels

    ifj/ou want to reset this feature... Press the MENU button to display the menu. Press the _, or _' button to select Setup, then press the ENTER button. Press the ENTER button to select Plug & Play, For further details on setting up options, refer to the pages 16~17.
  • Page 19: Adjusting The Volume

    Adjusting the Volume Using the Volume Buttons rl j Press the VOL (.*_or VOL i-_ button to increase or decrease the volume. the Mute Button At any time, you can cut off the sound using the MUTE button. Press MUTE and the sound cuts off. Mute will displayed on the screen.
  • Page 20: Viewing The Menus

    Viewing the Menus With the power on, press the MENU button. The main menu appears on the screen, its left side has five icons: Picture, Sound, Channel, Setup, input Press the A or _' button to select one of the icons. Then press the ENTER button to access the icon's sub-menu.
  • Page 21 Storing Channels in Memory(Automatic Method) Press the MENU button to display the menu. Press the A or _' button to select Channel, then press the ENTER button. Press the A or _' button to select Auto Program, then press the ENTER button.
  • Page 22: To Select The Source

    To Select the Source Use to select TV or other external input sources such as DVD players or Set=top/Cable boxes connected to the TV. Use to select the input source of your choice. Press the MENU button to display the menu. Press the A or _' button to select Input, then press the ENTER button.
  • Page 23: Changing The Picture Standard

    i Picture Control Changing the Picture Standard You can select the type of picture which best corresponds to your viewing requirements. Press the MENU button to display the menu. Press the ENTER button to select Picture, Press the ENTER button to select Mode. Press the A or •...
  • Page 24: Adjusting The Detailed Settings

    Adjusting the Detailed Settings Samsung's new TVs allow you to make even more precise picture settings than previous models. See below to adjust detailed picture settings. Activating_ Detailed Settings Press the MENU button to display the menu. Press the ENTER button to select Picture.
  • Page 25 _the Color S pace Color space is a color matrix composed of red, green and blue colors. Select your favorite color space to experience the most natural color. 10 Press the ,t, or _' button to select Color Space, then press the ENTER button. 11 Press the ENTER button again to select Color Space.
  • Page 26: Configuring Picture Options

    Flesh Tone You can emphasize the pink flesh tone in the picture. 20 Press the A or _' button to select Flesh Tone, then press the ENTER button. 21 Press the 41or _ button to decrease or increase the value. Press the ENTER button= _-_ Changing the adjustment value wiJJrefresh the adjusted screen.
  • Page 27 _the Screen Size Occasionally, you may want to change the size of the image on your screen. Your TV comes with six screen size options, each designed to work best with specific types of video input. Your cable box or satellite receiver may have its own set of screen sizes as well.
  • Page 28 Zoom! Zoom2 The screen size when The screen size when Sets the picture to 16:9 wide mode. Wide screen is vertically the Zoom1 screen is enlargea, vertically enlarged. Just Scan Wide FLt 4:3= Enlarges the aspect ratio Sets the picture to 4:3 Use the function to see the of the picture to fit the normal mode.
  • Page 29 DNle Di ital Natural Ima e en ine This TV includes the DNle function to provide high visual quality. If you set DNle to on, you can view the screen with the DNle feature activated. Follow the Activating Picture Options instructions numbers 1 and 2. (Refer to page 26) Press the ,i, or _' button to select DNle, then press the ENTER button.
  • Page 30 Setting the Blue Only_Mode This function is for AV device measurement experts. This function displays the blue signal only by removing the red and green signals from the video signal so as to provide a Blue Filter effect that is used to adjust the Color and Tint of video equip- ment such as DVD players, Home Theaters, etc.
  • Page 31: Resetting The Picture Settings To The Factory Defaults

    Preventing_ Screen Burn-in To reduce the possibility of screen burn, this unit is equipped with screen burn prevention technology. This technology enables you to set picture movement up/down (Vertical Line) and side to side (Horizontal Dot). The Time setting allows you to program the time between movement of the picture in minutes.
  • Page 32: Changing The Sound Standard

    i Sound Control Changing the Sound Standard You can select the sound mode to best suit the programming you're watching. Press the MENU button to display the menu. Press the ,i, or _' button to select Sound, then press the ENTER button. Press the ENTER button to select Mode.
  • Page 33: Setting The Trusurround Xt

    Setting the TruSurround XT TruSurround XT is a patented SRS technology that solves the problem of playing 5.1 multichannel content over two=speakers.TruSurround delivers a compelling, virtual surround sound experience through any two-speaker playback system, including internal television speakers, it is fully compatible with all multi channel formats. Press the MENU button to display the menu.
  • Page 34: Choosing A Muati-Channelsound (Mts) Track - Analog

    Choosing a Multi-Channel Sound (MTS) Track -Analog Depending on the particular program being broadcast, you can listen to Mono, Stereo or SAP. Multi=Track Sound Press the MENU button to display the menu. Press the A or _' button to select Sound, then press the ENTER button. Press the A or _' button to select Multi=Track Options, then press the ENTER button.
  • Page 35: Setting The Tv Speakers On/Off

    Setting the TV Speakers On/Off Sound output from the TV speakers is muted. Press the MENU button to display the menu. Press the A or _' button to select Sound, then press the ENTER button. Press the A or _' button to select TV Speaker, then press the ENTER button. Press the _, or _' button to select Off or On, then press the ENTER button.
  • Page 36: Selecting The Antenna

    i Channel Control Selecting the Antenna Press the MENU button to display the menu. Press the At,or _' button to select Channel, then press the ENTER button. Press the ENTER button to select Antenna. Press the A or _' button to select Air or Cable, then press the ENTER button. Press the EXIT button to exit, Clearing Scrambled Channels - Digital The Clear Scrambled Channel function is used to filter out scrambled channels after Auto Program is completed.
  • Page 37: Adding And Erasing Channels

    Adding and Erasing Channels You can add or delete a channel to display the channels you want. Press the MENU button to display the menu. Press the A or _' button to select Channel, then press the ENTER button. Press the A or _' button to select Channel List, then press the ENTER button. Press the A or _' button to select Added, then press the ENTER button.
  • Page 38: Viewing The Channel Lists

    Viewing the Channel Lists You can display a list of all channels, added channels or your favorite channels. Press the MENU button to display the menu. Press the A or _' button to select Channel, then press the ENTER button. Press the A or _' button to select Channel List, then press the ENTER button.
  • Page 39: Labeling Channels

    Press the A or T button to select Favorite, then press the ENTER button. The "V" symbol will be highlighted and the channel will be set as a Favorite. To cancel your Favorite channel selection, press the ENTER button until the "_"...
  • Page 40: Fine Tuning Analog Channels

    Fine Tuning Analog Channels Use fine tuning to manually adjust a particular channel for optimal reception. Press the MENU button to display the menu. Press the A or _' button to select Channel, then press the ENTER button. Press the A or _' button to select Fine Tune, then press the ENTER button. Press the 4 or _ button to adjust the fine tuning.
  • Page 41: Using Your Tv As A Computer (Pc) Display

    i PC Display Using Your TV as a Computer (PC) Display Your PC Software {Based on Windows XP)_ The Windows display-settings for a typical computer are shown below. The actual screens on your PC will probably be different depending upon your particular version of Windows and your particular video card. However, even if your actual screens look different, the same basic set-up information will apply in almost all cases.
  • Page 42: Setting Up The Tv With Your Pc

    • The interlace mode is not supported. • The TV operates abnormally if a non-standard video format is selected. • The table above conforms to IBM/VESA regulations and is based on using the Analog Input. • "_" mark means that this mode is supported. •...
  • Page 43 Press the ENTER button to select Image Lock. Press the ,t, or _' button to select Coarse or Fine, then press the ENTER button. Press the 4 or _ button to adjust the screen quality, then press the ENTER button. Press the EXIT button to exit.
  • Page 44: Setting The Time

    i Time Setting Setting the Time Setting the clock is necessary in order to use the various timer features of the TV. Also, you can check the time while watching the TV. (Just press the INFO button.) Option 1: Settin the Clock Manuall Press the MENU button to display the menu.
  • Page 45 Option 2: Settin_q the Clock Automatically The Clock can be set automatically if you are receiving a digital signal. Press the MENU button to display the menu. Press the A or T button to select Setup, then press the ENTER button. Press the A or _' button to select Time, then press the ENTER button.
  • Page 46 Three different On/Off Timer Settings can be made. Press the A or T" button to select Timer1, Timer2,or Timer& then press the ENTER button. The timer menu is displayed. Press the A or T" button to adjust hour, then press the _- button to move to the next step.
  • Page 47: Selecting A Menu Language

    i Function Description Selecting a Menu Language Setting the clock is necessary in order to use the various timer features of the TV. Also, you can check the time while watching the TV. (Just press the INFO button.) Press the MENU button to display the menu. Press the ,t, or T button to select Setup, then press the ENTER button= Press the A or _' button to select Language, then press the ENTER button.
  • Page 48 Press the ,i. or T button to select Caption Mode, then press the ENTER button. Press the ,J,or • button to select submenu (Default, Servicel~Service6, CC1~CC4 or Textl~Text4) you want, then press the ENTER button. _" Service1~6 in digital caption mode may not be available depending on the broadcast.
  • Page 49: Viewing Closed Captions (On-Screen Text Messages) -Analog

    Viewing Closed Captions (On-Screen Text Messages) -Analog The Analog Caption function operates in either analog TV channel mode or when a signal is supplied from an external device. (Depending on the broadcasting signal, the Analog Caption function may operate on digital channels.) Press the MENU button to display the menu.
  • Page 50: Adjusting The Tv On/Off Melody Sound

    Adjusting the TV On/Off Melody Sound The TV power on/off melody sound volume can be adjusted. Press the MENU button to display the menu. Press the A or _' button to select Setup, then pressthe ENTER button. Press the A or _' button to select External Settings, then press the ENTER button.
  • Page 51: Setting The Entertainment Mode

    Setting the Entertainment mode The Entertainment mode enables you to select the optimal display and sound for sports, cinema and games. Press the MENU button to display the menu. Press the A or _' button to select Setup, then press the ENTER button. Press the A or _' button to select Entertainment, then press the ENTER button, Press the A or T button to select Off, Sports, Cinema or Game, then press...
  • Page 52: Upgrading The Software

    Upgrading the Software Samsung may offer upgrades for your TV's firmware in the future. Please contact the Samsung call center at 1=800=SAMSUNGto receive information about downloading upgrades and using a USB drive. Upgrades will be possible by connecting a USB drive to the USB port.
  • Page 53: Using The V-Chip

    Using the V-Chip I U.S.AOnly This productis coveredbythe followingU.S.patents• US4,930,158 US4,930,160 The V-Chip feature automatically locks out programs that are deemed inappropriate for children. The user must enter a PiN (personal ID number) before any of the V-Chip restrictions are set up or changed. V-Chip function is not available in NDMI, Component or PC mode.
  • Page 54 How to Enable/Disable the V=Chip Press the MENU button to display the menu. Press the A or _' button to select Setup, then press the ENTER button. Press the A or V" button to select V-Chip, then press the ENTER button. The message Enter PiN will appear.
  • Page 55 The TV Parental Guidelines screen will appear. Press the _, or _' button to select one of the six aged based categories: • TV,Y:All children.The themes andelements inthis programare specifically designedfor a very young audience,includingchildren from ages two to six. - TV-Y7: Directedto older children.The themesand elementsin this program may includemild physical or comedicviolence, or may frightenchildren under the age of seven.
  • Page 56 How to Set up Restrictions Using "MPAA Ratin_ (_G, P G, PG-13,R, NC-17,X, NR) The MPAA rating system uses the Motion Picture Association of America (MPAA) system, and its main application is for movies. When the V=Chip lock is on, the TV will automatically block any programs that are coded with objectionable ratings (either MPAA or TV=Ratings).
  • Page 57 How to Set up Restrictions Using "Canadian En_for Canada Models)_ Press the MENU button to display the menu. Press the A or _' button to select Setup, then press the ENTER button. Press the A or T button to select V=Chip, then press the ENTER button. The message Enter PiN will appear.
  • Page 58 How to Set up Restrictions Using "Canadian French" (for Canada Models ! Press the MENU button to display the menu. Press the A or _' button to select Setup, then press the ENTER button. Press the A or T button to select V-Chip, then press the ENTER button. The message Enter PIN will appear.
  • Page 59 Usin the V=Chi for Di ital channels Parental restriction information can be used while watching DTV channels. Press the MENU button to display the menu. Press the A or _' button to select Setup, then press the ENTER button. Press the A or T button to select V-Chip, then press the ENTER button. The message Enter PiN will appear.
  • Page 60 How to Reset the TV after the V-Chi Blocks a Channel "Emer eric Esca e" if the TV is tuned to a restricted channel, the V-Chip will block it. The screen will go blank and the following message will appear: Enter your PIN.
  • Page 61: Securing The Tv To The Wall

    i Appendix Securing the TV to the Wall Puiling, puShingl or Climbing Onihe TV may CaUsethe TV t0faE !n paiticuiar, ensure yeur Chi!drendo hang over or destabi ize the TV doing so may cause the TV to tip over, causing serious injuries or death. Follow aHsafety piecautions provided On!he included Safety Flyer'.
  • Page 62: Troubleshooting

    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 Samsung customer service at I=800=SAMSUNG. Problem Possible Solution Poor picture quality. Try another channel.
  • Page 63: Wall- Mount Adjustment (Sold Separately)

    Wall- mount adjustment (Sold separately) Once the wall mount is installed, the position of your TV can be easily adjusted. TV Rear Panel Auto Wall-Mount m _, "I EX-LINK Cable (Not supplied) Entering_ the menu Press the A, T, ,_ or I_ button on your remote control. The Wall Mount Adjustment screen is displayed.
  • Page 64: Preparing Before Installing Wall- Mount On The Wall

    Install Wall Mount with the torque range of 15kgf.cm or less. Make sure that parts can be damaged if the torque is out of the specified range. Accessory Kit contains Holder-Ring [@]for installing other company's Wall-Mount on Samsung TV. (Case B)
  • Page 65: Wall Mount Kit Specifications (Vesa)

    Samsung is not liable for these kinds of accidents. Samsung is not liable for product damage or personal injury when a non-VESA or non-specified wall mount is used or the consumer fails to follow the product installation instructions.
  • Page 66: How To Assemble The Stand-Base

    How to assemble the Stand-Base Using the 6 screws for securing the stand base and the monitor, firmly When mounting your TV on a wall, install attach the monitor to the stand base. the cover (O) on the stand-base using two screws.
  • Page 67: Dimensions (Pn42A400C2D)

    SIDE VIEW REARVtEW NOTE: All drawings not necessarily to scale• Some dimensions are subject to change without pnor t_ofice Refer to dimensions on each unit prior to performing carpentry Not respot_sible for typographical printed errors (c) 2008 Samsung Eieclronics America,...
  • Page 68: Dimensions (Pn50A400C2D)

    SiDE ViEW REAR VIEW NOTE: All drawings not necessarily to scale Some dimensions are subject to change without prior notice Refer to dimensions on each unit prior to performing carpentry responsible for typographical printed errors @ 2008 Samsung Electronics Amenca,...

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