Samsung PS50A552S1R manual

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English - 2 © 2008 Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. All rights reserved. User Instructions  Screen Image retention Do not display a still image (such as on a video game or when hooking up a PC to this PDP) on the plasma monitor panel for more than 2 hours as it can cause screen image retention. This image retention is also known as “screen burn?[...]

English - 3 Symbols ☛ ➢ Press Important Note Contents General Information  User Instructions ............................................. 2  Checking Parts ................................................ 4  Using the Stand-Base ..................................... 4  Control Panel .................................................[...]

English - 4 Checking Parts Owner ’s Instructions Remote Control/ AAA Batteries Power Cord Cloth-Clean Registration Card Cover-Bottom / Screws (2ea) (Refer to page 47) Ferrite Core for Power Cord Ferrite Core for S-Video Ferrite Core for Component Sold Separately Antenna Cable Component Cables Audio Cables PC Cable Scart Cable PC Audio Cable HDMI [...]

English - 5 Control Panel 1 SOURCE T oggles between all the available input sources ( TV , Ext.1, Ext.2, A V , S-Video, Component, PC, HDMI1, HDMI2, HDMI3 ). ➢ In the on-screen menu, use this button as you would use the ENTER button on the remote control. 2 MENU Press to see an on-screen menu of your TV’ s features. 3 – + Press to increase or[...]

English - 6 Connection Panel Continued... ☛    Whenever you connect an audio or video system to your set, ensure that all elements are switched off.    When connecting an external device, match the colour of the connection terminal to the cable. 1 POWER IN Connect the supplied power cord. 2 COMPONENT IN Audio (AUDIO L/R) and vid[...]

English - 7 7 HDMI IN 1 , 2 − No additional Audio connection is needed for an HDMI to HDMI connection. - When using an HDMI/DVI cable connection, you must use the HDMI IN 2 jack. ➢ What is HDMI? - “High Definition Multimedia interface” allows the ansmission of high definition digital video data and multiple channels of digital audio. - T[...]

English - 8 V iewing the Remote Control 1 POWER button (turns the TV on and of f) 2 Selects the TV mode directly 3 Number buttons for direct channel access 4 One/T wo-digit channel selection 5 T emporary sound switch-off 6 V olume increase V olume decrease 7 Channel control button (Refer to page 15) 8 Use to quickly select frequently used functions[...]

English - 9 Installing Batteries in the Remote Control 1 Lift the cover at the back of the remote control upward as shown in the figure. 2 Install two AAA size batteries. ➢  Make sure to match the “ + ” and “ – ” ends of the batteries with the diagram inside the compartment.  Do not mix battery types, i.e. alkaline and ma[...]

English - 10 Plug & Play Feature When the television is initially powered on, several basic customer settings proceed automatically and subsequently . The following settings are available. ☛  If you accidentally select the wrong country for your TV , the characters on the screen may be wrongly displayed. 1 If the television is in standby m[...]

English - 11 7 Press the ENTER button to start search the channels. The channel search will start and end automatically . After all the available channels are stored, Clock Set menu is automatically displayed. Press the ENTER button. ➢ T o stop the search before it has finished, press the ENTER button with Stop selected. 8 Press the ◄ or ►[...]

English - 12 V iewing External Signal Sources Y ou can switch between viewing signals from connected equipment, such as a VCR, DVD, Set-T op Box, and the TV source (broadcast or cable). 1 Press the MENU button to display the menu. 2 Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select Input , then press the ENTER button. 3 Press the ENTER button again to select S[...]

English - 13 Editing Device Names Y ou can give a name to the external source. 1 Press the MENU button to display the menu. 2 Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select Input , then press the ENTER button. 3 Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select Edit Name , then press the ENTER button. 4 Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select the external source to be ed[...]

English - 14 Storing Channels Manually Y ou can store television channels, including those received via cable networks. When storing channels manually , you can choose:  Whether or not to store each of the channels found.  The programme number of each stored channel which you wish to identify . 1 Press the MENU button to display the men[...]

English - 15 Adding / Locking Channels Using the Channel Manager , you can conveniently lock or add channels. 1 Press the MENU button to display the menu. 2 Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select Channel , then press the ENTER button. 3 Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select Channel Manager , then press the ENTER button.  Adding channels Using [...]

English - 16 Sorting the Stored Channels This operation allows you to change the programme numbers of the stored channels. This operation may be necessary after using the auto store. 1 Press the MENU button to display the menu. 2 Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select Channel , then press the ENTER button. 3 Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select Sor[...]

English - 17 Fine T uning Channel Reception 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, you may have to fine tune the channel manually . 1 Press the MENU button to display the menu. 2 Press the ▲ or ▼ button to sele[...]

English - 18 Customizing the Picture Settings Y our television has several setting options that allow you to control the picture quality . 1 Press the MENU button to display the menu. 2 Press the ENTER button to select Picture . 3 Press the ENTER button again to select Mode . 4 Select the required mode by pressing the ▲ or ▼ button, then press [...]

English - 19 Configuring Detailed Settings on the Picture Y ou can set detailed picture settings. 1 Press the MENU button to display the menu. 2 Press the ENTER button to select Picture . 3 Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select Detailed Settings , then press the ENTER button. 4 Select the required option by pressing the ▲ or ▼ button, then pres[...]

English - 20 Picture Options Y ou can set detailed picture settings. 1 Press the MENU button to display the menu. 2 Press the ENTER button to select Picture . 3 Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select Picture Options , then press the ENTER button. 4 Select the required option by pressing the ▲ or ▼ button, then press the ENTER button. 5 When you [...]

English - 21 Positioning and Sizing the screen using Zoom − Resi zing the screen using the Zoom enables the positi oning and sizing of the screen to up/dow n direction using the ▲ or ▼ button as well as the screen size. − Move the screen up/down using the ▲ or ▼ button after selecting the by pressing the ◄ or ► button. − Resize th[...]

English - 22 − P i x e l S h i f t : Using this function, you can minutely move p i x e l s o n t h e P D P i n h o r i z o n t a l o r v e r t i c a l d i r e c t i o n t o minimize after image on the screen. − Set Pixel Shift to On by pressing the ▲ or ▼ button, then press the ENTER button. − Select the required option by pressing the ?[...]

English - 23 Sound Features 1 Press the MENU button to display the menu. 2 Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select Sound , then press the ENTER button. 3 Select the required option by pressing the ▲ or ▼ button, then press the ENTER button. Available options: Mode , Equalizer , SRS TS XT , Auto V olume , TV Speaker , Sound Select 4 When you are s[...]

English - 24 Selecting the Sound Mode (depending on the model) The DUAL I-II button displays/controls the processing and output of the audio signal. When pow er is switched on, the mode is automatically preset to either “DUAL-I” or “Stereo”, depending on the current transmission. Easy Setting 1 Press the TOOLS button on the remote control. [...]

English - 25 T ime Features 1 Press the MENU button to display the menu. 2 Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select Setup , then press the ENTER button. 3 Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select Time , then press the ENTER button. 4 Select the required option by pressing the ▲ or ▼ button, then press the ENTER button. Available options: Clock Set , [...]

English - 26 Language / Light Effect / Melody / Entertainment / Energy Saving / PIP 1 Press the MENU button to display the menu. 2 Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select Setup , then press the ENTER button. 3 Select the required option by pressing the ▲ or ▼ button, then press the ENTER button. Available options: Language , Melody , Light Effect[...]

English - 27  Energy Saving : Off/Low/Medium/High This feature adjusts the screen brightness depending on the surrounding lighting conditions. − Off : Switches off the Energy Saving mode. − Low : Operates in standard mode regardless of the surrounding illumination. − Medium : Enters Medium power saving mode regardless of the surrounding[...]

English - 28 Setting up Y our PC Software (Based on Windows XP) The Windows display-settings for a typical computer are shown below . But the actual screens on your PC will probably be different, depending upon your particular version of Windows and your particular video card. But even if your ac tual sc reens lo ok diff erent , the same , basic se[...]

English - 29 Input Mode (PC) Both screen position and size will vary depending on the type of PC monitor and its resolution. The table below shows all of the display modes that are supported: D-Sub Input Mode Resolution Horizontal Frequency (kHz) V ertical Frequency (Hz) Pixel Clock Frequency (MHz) Sync Polarity (H/V) IBM 640 x 350 720 x 400 31.469[...]

English - 30 Setting the PC ➢ Preset to the PC mode by pressing the SOURCE button. 1 Press the MENU button to display the menu. 2 Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select Picture , then press the ENTER button. 3 Select the required option by pressing the ▲ or ▼ button, then press the ENTER button. 4 When you are satisfied with your setting, pres[...]

English - 31 Using the WISELINK Function This function enables you to view and listen to photo (JPEG) and audio files (MP3) saved on a USB Mass Storage Class (MSC) device. Press the POWER button on the remote control or front panel. Connect a USB device containing JPEG and/or MP3 files to the WISELINK jack (USB jack) on the side of the TV . If you [...]

English - 32 Using the Remote Control Button in WISELINK Menu Button Operations Move the cursor and select an item. Select the currently selected item. Play or pause the Slide Show or MP3 file. Return to the previous menu. Run various functions from the Photo and Music menus. Stop the current slide show or MP3 file. Page Up or Down (file list item)[...]

English - 33 Using the PHOT O (JPEG) List This menu shows JPEG files and folders saved on an USB memory device. 1 Complete Steps 1 to 3 of Using the WISELINK Menu . (Refer to page 32) 2 Press the ◄ or ► button to move to Photo , then press the ENTER button. The saved file information is displayed as a folder or file. 3 Press the ▲, ▼, ◄ a[...]

English - 34 Using the Menu during a Slide Show Slide Show Speed: Select to control the slide show speed. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select the required option( Fast , Normal , Slow ), then press the ENTER button. Background Music: Select to choose whether you want to play an MP3 file during a slide show . Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select [...]

English - 35 Using the Option Menu 1 Complete Steps 1 to 3 of Using the WISELINK Menu . (Refer to page 32) 2 Press the ◄ or ► button to move to Photo , then press the ENTER button. The saved file information is displayed as a folder or file. 3 Press the ▲, ▼, ◄ and ► button to select a file, then press the ENTER button. Pressing the but[...]

English - 36 Using the MP3 List This menu shows MP3 files from among the files saved on a USB memory device. 1 Complete Steps 1 to 3 of Using the WISELINK Menu . (Refer to page 32) 2 Press the ◄ or ► button to move to Music , then press the ENTER button. The saved file information is displayed as a folder or file. 3 Press the ▲ or ▼ button [...]

English - 37 Using the Setup Menu Setup displays the user settings of the WISELINK menu. 1 Complete Steps 1 to 3 of Using the WISELINK Menu . (Refer to page 32) 2 Press the ◄ or ► button to move to Setup , then press the ENTER button. 3 Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select an item you want, then press the ENTER button. ( Slide Show Speed , Bac[...]

English - 38 Repeat Music: Select to determine whether to repeat playing the music when all MP3 files in the current folder have been played. Screen Saver: Select to set the waiting time before the screen saver appears. The screensaver will appear when no button is pressed for 1, 5 or 10 minutes. Move Enter Return Slide Show Speed : Fast Background[...]

English - 39 What is Anynet + ? Anynet + is an A V network system that enables an easy-to-use A V interface for users by controlling all connected A V devices through the Anynet + menu when Samsung Electronics A V devices are connected. Connecting Anynet + Devices The Anynet + system supports A V devices supporting Anynet + only . Check if there is[...]

English - 40 Setting Up Anynet + The following settings are to use Anynet + functions. Using the Anynet + Function 1 Press the MENU button to display the menu. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select Input , then press the ENTER button. 2 Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select Anynet + (HDMI-CEC) , then press the ENTER button. 3 Press the ▲ or ▼ b[...]

English - 41 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 Switches from Anynet + to TV broadcast mode. Select Device Y our TV connects to the corresponding device. Record Starts a recording. (This menu works only for a device supporting recor[...]

English - 42 Listening through a Receiver Y ou can listen to sound through a receiver instead of the TV speaker . 1 Press the MENU button to display the menu. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select Input , then press the ENTER button. 2 Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select Anynet + (HDMI-CEC) , then press the ENTER button. 3 Press the ▲ or ▼ bu[...]

English - 43 T eletext Feature (depending on the model) Most television stations provide written information services via teletext. The index page of the teletext service gives you information on how to use the service. In addition, you can select various options to suit your requirements by using the remote control buttons. ☛ For teletext inform[...]

English - 44 The teletext pages are organized according to six categories: Part Contents A B C D E F Selected page number . Broadcasting channel identity . Current page number or search indications. Date and time. T ext. Status information. F ASTEXT information. ➢ T eletext information is often divided between several pages displayed in sequence,[...]

English - 45 W all Mount Kit Specifications (VESA) Install your wall mount on a solid wall perpendicular to the floor . When attaching to other building materials, please contact your nearest dealer . If installed on a ceiling or slanted wall, it may fall and result in severe personal injury . Product Family inch VESA Spec. (A * B) Standard Screw Q[...]

English - 46 Serial Cable(1P to 1P)(Not supplied) Rear Panel Auto W all-Mount W all- mount adjustment (Sold separately) Once the auto wall mount is installed, the position of your TV can be easily adjusted. Entering the menu 1 Press the ▲, ▼, ◄ or ► button on your remote control. ➢ The W all Mount Adjustment screen is displayed. ➢ If th[...]

English - 47 How to assemble the Stand-Base (depending on the model) Using the 6 screws for securing the stand base and the monitor , firmly attach the monitor to the stand base. (The exterior of the set may be different than the picture.) In case of installing your TV on the wall, close the cover ( 1 ) on the stand-base connection part using two s[...]

English - 48 T roubleshooting Before contacting the Samsung after-sales service, perform the following simple checks. If you cannot solve the problem using the instructions below, note the model and serial number of the television and contact your local dealer . No sound or picture   Check that the mains lead has been connected to a wall sock[...]

English - 49 Specifications The descriptions and characteristics in this booklet are given for information purposes only and are subject to modification without notice. Model Name PS50A550/PS50A551 PS50A552 Screen Size (Diagonal) 50 inch PC Resolution 1920 x 1080 @ 60 Hz Sound (Output) 10 W + 10 W Dimension (WxHxD) Body With stand 1231 x 770 x 95 m[...]

English - 50 • The slots and openings in the cabinet and in the back or bottom are provided for necessary ventilation. T o ensure reliable operation of this apparatus, and to protect it from overheating, these slots and openings must never be blocked or covered. - Do not cover the slots and openings with a cloth or other materials. - Do not block[...]

English - 51 IMPORT ANT NOTICE The mains lead on this equipment is supplied with a moulded plug incorporating a fuse. The value of the fuse is indicated on the pin face of the plug and, if it requires replacing, a fuse approved to BSI1362 of the same rating must be used. Never use the plug with the fuse cover omitted if the cover is detachable. If [...]

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Correct Disposal of This Product ( W aste E lectrical & E lectronic E quipment) (Applicable in the European Union and other European countries with separate collection systems) This marking shown on the product or its literature, indicates that it should not be disposed with other household wastes at the end of its working life. T o prevent pos[...]