Samsung PN51F5300BF User Manual Ver.1.0 (English)

Samsung PN51F5300BF Manual

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    ❑❑ Memorizing channels 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 Air or Cable. If you select cable, when you start Auto Program, you must also
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    ■■ Auto Program OO MENUm → Broadcasting → Auto Program → ENTERE Scans for channels automatically and stores them in the TV's memory. To start Auto Program, follow these steps: 1. Select Auto Program, and then press ENTERE. 2. Press the ENTERE button to select Start. 3. Select Both, Air, or
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    4. If you selected Cable, you must specify your cable systems. First, select Digital Cable System, and then press ENTERE. 5. Select STD, HRC, or IRC, and then press ENTERE. 6. Repeat for Analog Cable System. 7. Select Scan, and then press ENTERE. Auto Program starts. NN After all the available
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    How to Stop Auto Programming 1. Press the ENTERE button to select Stop. 2. A message will ask Stop Auto Program? Select Yes by pressing the ◄ or ► button. 3. Press the ENTERE button. NN If you select Change Settings, the antenna setting screen appears. You can re-set the antenna settings and
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    ■■ Antenna OO MENUm → Broadcasting → Antenna → ENTERE To change the source of your TV signal, follow these steps: 1. Select Antenna, and then press ENTERE. 2. Select the source of your TV signal, Air or Cable. NN Selecting Air or Cable also changes the actual signal input from Air to Cable or Cable
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    ❑❑ Using the Channel menu ■■ Channel List OO MENU → Broadcasting → Channel List → ENTERE The Channel List contains the channels your TV displays (Added channels) when you press the channel button on your remote. On the Channel List screen, you can also view channel information, Added Ch., and
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    Channel Mode ●● Antenna: Switch between Air and Cable. ●● Edit Favorites: Set channels you watch frequently as favorites. Add or delete a selected channel in Favorites 1-5. NN For detailed information about using Edit Favorites, refer to "Edit Favorites". ●● Favorites 1-5: Show all favorite
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    ■■ Schedule Manager OO MENUm → Broadcasting → Schedule Manager → ENTERE You can schedule the TV to display a channel automatically at a selected time. In addition, you can view, modify, or delete the scheduled viewing information. NN You must set the current time first using the Time → Clock
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    ~Sun, Mon~Fri or Everyday. If you select Manual, you can set the day you want. NN A check (c) mark indicates a day you selected. ●● Date: You can set a desired date. NN Date is available only
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    ■■ Edit Channel OO MENUm → Broadcasting → Edit Channel → ENTERE You can add, edit, or delete channels from the Channel List. Deleting a channel from the Channel List 1 Go to Edit Channel screen. 2. Press the u/d buttons to select a channel, and then press the ENTERE ◀ button. The (c) mark
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    Adding a channel to the Channel List 1. On the Edit Channel screen, press the TOOLS button, and then select Category. 2. Select All and press the OK button. The All Channel List appears. NN Your TV will display all channels, including channels you deleted from the Channel List, in the All
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    NN Using the colored and function buttons with Edit Channel. ●● b Green (Delete / Add) -- Delete: Deletes a channel from the channel list. -- Add: Adds a deleted channel. It only appears when you select a deleted channel in All. ●● } Blue (Select All / Deselect All): Selects or deselects all
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    ●● T (Tools): Displays the option menu. The option menu items that appear may differ depending on the channel status and type. -- Antenna: Selects the broadcasting signal, air or cable. -- Category: Changes the channel mode. Select All, Added Ch., Recently Viewed, or Mostly Viewed. The channel
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    ■■ Edit Favorites t OO MENUm → Broadcasting → Edit Favorites → ENTERE You can add, edit, or delete favorite channels to or from one or more of 5 favorite lists. Adding a channel to Favorites 1-5 1. Go to the Edit Favorites screen. ◀ 2. Press the u/d buttons to select a channel, and then press
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    Deleting a channel from the Favorites 1-5 1. On the Edit Favorites screen, select a favorite list using b (Change Fav.) button. 2. Move to the favorite list, and then select the channel you want to delete. 3. Press the } (Delete) button. The selected channel is deleted from Favorites 1-5. NN If
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    NN Using the colored and function buttons with Edit Favorites. ●● a Red (Category / Change order) -- Category: Changes the channel mode to Added Ch., Recently Viewed, or Mostly Viewed, and then displays the selected channel mode. -- Change order: Changes the favorite channel order. -- E (Done
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    ● ● (Go To): Goes directly to a channel when you press the channel's numbers. For example, to go to Channel 12 press 1 then 2. ●● k (Page): Moves to the next or previous page. ●● T (Tools): Displays the option menu. The option menu items that appear may differ depending on the channel status and
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    ❑❑ Blocking Programs ■■ Program Rating Lock OO MENUm → Broadcasting → Program Rating Lock → ENTERE Prevent unauthorized users, such as children, from watching unsuitable programs. Access blocked programs when you enter the default or a user defined 4-digit PIN code. NN The PIN input screen
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    TV Rating: Lets you block TV programs based on their ratings. This function allows you to control which TV programs your children can watch. TV 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
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    Similarly, if you click TV-G under ALL, then all the categories in the young adult group will be blocked (TV-G, TV-PG, TV-14 and TV-MA). The subratings (D, L, S, V) work similarly. So, if you block the L sub-rating in TVPG, then the L sub-ratings in TV-14 and TV-MA will automatically be blocked. NN
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    Movie Rating (MPAA): You can block movies based on their MPAA 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 (MPAA) displays a column with
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    To block certain content, you select a lock, and press ENTERE (That is, you "click it".). For example, click the X 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
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    Canadian English Rating: You can block TV programs based on their Canadian English rating. Canadian English Rating displays a column with locks and the following ratings categories: -- C: Programming intended for children under age 8. / C8+: Programming generally considered acceptable for
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    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. For
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    Canadian French Rating: You can block TV programs based on their French Canadian rating. Canadian French Rating displays a column with locks and the following ratings categories: -- G: General / 8 ans+: Programming generally considered acceptable for children 8 years and over to watch on their
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    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
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    Downloadable U.S. Rating: Parental restriction information you can use while watching DTV channels. NN NOTE ●● If information is not downloaded from the broadcasting station, the Downloadable U.S. Rating menu is deactivated. ●● Parental restriction information is automatically downloaded while
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    ●● Parental restriction levels differ depending on the broadcasting station. The default menu name and Downloadable U.S. Rating change, depending on the downloaded information. ●● Even if you set the on-screen display to another language, the Downloadable U.S. Rating menu will appear in English
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    fine tune the channel. This is done automatically during the search and store operation. If the signal is weak or ◀ distorted, fine tune the channel manually. ▶ NN Fine tuned channels that have been saved have an asterisk ( * ) on the right-hand side of the channel number in the channel banner
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    ●● Clear Scrambled Channel This function filters out scrambled channels after Auto Program is completed. This process may take 20~30 minutes. How to Stop the Clear Scrambled Channels Function 1. Press the ENTERE button to select Stop. 2. Press the l button to select Yes. 3. Press the ENTERE
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    ■■ Audio Options OO MENUm → Broadcasting → Audio Options → ENTERE ●● Preferred Language (digital channels only) Use the u/d buttons to select a language, and then press ENTERE. Digital-TV broadcasts can simultaneously transmit many audio tracks (for example, simultaneous translations of the
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    ●● Multi-Track Sound t Select an option using the u/d buttons, 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. SAP: Choose to listen to the
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    ■■ Caption t (On-Screen Text Messages) OO MENUm → Broadcasting → Caption → ENTERE ●● Caption: You can turn the caption function on or off. If captions are not available, they will not be displayed on the screen. NN The Caption feature does not work with devices connected to the TV through the
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    Default / Service1~Service6 / CC1~CC4 / Text1~Text4: (digital channels only) The Digital Captions function works with digital channels. NN Service1~6 may not be available in digital caption mode depending on the broadcast. ●● Digital Caption Options: (digital channels only) Size: Options include
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    Background Color: You can change the background color of the caption. Options include Default, White, Black, Red, Green, Blue, Yellow, Magenta, and Cyan. Font Opacity: This adjusts the opacity of text. Options include Default, Transparent, Translucent, Solid, and Flashing. Background Opacity: This
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    NN NOTE ●● Digital Caption Options are available only when you can select Default and Service1 ~ Service6 in Caption Mode. ●● The availability of captions depends on the program being broadcast. ●● The Default setting follows the standards set by the broadcaster. ●● You cannot set the Foreground and
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    ❑❑ Changing the Preset Picture Mode ■■ Picture Mode t OO MENUm → Picture → Picture Mode → ENTERE Picture modes apply preset adjustments to the picture. Select a mode using the u/d buttons, and then press ENTERE. NN When the TV is connected to a PC, you can only select Entertain and Standard. ◀
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    ❑❑ Adjusting Picture Settings ■■ Cell Light / Contrast / Brightness / Sharpness / Color / Tint (G/ R) OO MENUm → Picture → Cell Light → ENTERE Your television has several options for adjusting picture quality. Select an option using the u/d/l/r buttons, and then press ENTERE. ◀ ▶
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    NN NOTE ●● When you make changes to Cell Light, Contrast, Brightness, Sharpness, Color or Tint (G/R), the OSD will be adjusted accordingly. ●● When the TV is connected to a PC, you can only make changes to Cell Light, Contrast, Brightness, and Sharpness. ●● You can adjust and store settings for each
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    ■■ Picture Size t OO MENUm → Picture → Picture Size → ENTERE Picture Size provides various picture size and aspect ratio options. Select an option using the u/d/l/r buttons, and then press ENTERE. ●● Picture Size: If you have a cable box or satellite receiver, it may have its own set of screen
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    4:3: Sets the picture to 4:3 mode. For analog TV programs. NN Do not set your TV to 4:3 format for a long time. The borders displayed on the left and right, or top and bottom of the screen may cause image retention (screen burn) which is not covered by the warranty. Screen Fit: When your TV inputs
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    ●● Position: Adjusts the picture position. Position is only available if Picture Size is set to Zoom1, Zoom2, Wide Fit, or Screen Fit. NN To use the Position function after selecting Zoom1, Zoom2, or Wide Fit, follow these steps: 1. Select Position, and then press the ENTERE button. 2. Select the
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    NN To use the Position function after selecting Screen Fit when connected to an HDMI (1080i/1080p) or Component (1080i/1080p) source, follow these steps: 1. Select Position, and then press the ENTERE button. 2. Select the Position button, and then press ENTERE. 3. Press the u/d/l/r buttons to
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    NN The picture size can vary depending on the input resolution when you play content using Videos in Media Play. NN HD (High Definition) is: 16:9 - 1080i/1080p (1920x1080) or 720p (1280x720) NN You can adjust and store settings for each external device you have connected to an input on the TV. NN
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    cable box and watch a movie from a Blu-ray player attached to the HDMI In jack. NN NOTE ◀ ●● For PIP sound, refer to the Sound Select instructions. ▶ ●● If you turn the TV off while watching in the PIP mode, the PIP function is reset to off. When you turn your TV on
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    ●● 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 is on, you cannot use PIP. ●● PIP Settings The picture from the external video source will be in the main screen and the picture from
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    ●● PIP: Activate or deactivate the PIP function. ●● Antenna: Select either Air or Cable as the input source for the sub- screen. ●● Channel: Select the channel for the sub-screen. ●● Size: Select a size for the sub-picture. ●● Position: Select a position for the sub-picture. ●● Sound Select: You can
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    ❑❑ Changing the Picture Options ■■ Advanced Settings OO MENUm → Picture → Advanced Settings → ENTERE Advanced Settings are available in the Standard and Movie modes. To use, select an option using the u/d/l/r buttons, and then press ENTERE. NN When the TV is connected to a PC, you can only make
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    ●● RGB Only Mode: Displays the Red, Green, and Blue color so you can make fine adjustments to hue and saturation. ●● Color Space: Adjusts the range and variety of colors (the color gamut) available to create images. NN To adjust Color, Red, Green, Blue, and Reset, set Color Space to Custom. ●●
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    Available when the picture mode is set to Movie. The external input (source) can be set to any input. NN Some external devices may not support this function. Level: Select a level to adjust 10 Point White Balance. Red: Adjust the red level. Green: Adjust the green level. ◀ Blue: Adjust the blue
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    color intensity. ●● Motion Lighting: Reduces power consumption by reducing screen brightness when the picture on the screen is motionless. NN This function is not supported in 3D mode. for PDP 4900 series NN When you change the Cell Light, Contrast, or Brightness, the TV sets Motion Lighting to Off
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    ■■ Picture Options OO MENUm → Picture → Picture Options → ENTERE Select an option using the u/d/l/r buttons, and then press ENTERE. NN When the TV is connected to a PC, you can only make changes to Color Tone. ●● Color Tone NN Warm1 or Warm2 will be deactivated when the picture mode is Dynamic.
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    ●● Digital Clean View: If the broadcast signal received by your TV is weak, you can activate the Digital Clean View feature to reduce any static and ghosting that may appear on the screen. NN When the signal is weak, try each option in Digital Clean View until the TV displays the best picture. Auto
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    The Cinema Smooth function is only activated when an HDMI 24Hz signal is inputted. NN Available in TV mode and all external input modes which support SD (480i / 576i) and HD (1080i) signals except when connected to a PC. ◀ NN If the screen does not seem natural, change the Film Mode option
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    ●● Black optimizer: Deepens blacks on the screen and improves the contrast ratio. NN When the TV is connected to a PC, Black optimizer is deactivated. NN When the TV is operating other features, Black optimizer is deactivated. (ex. Media Play, PIP) ◀ ▶
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    ■■ Picture Off OO MENUm → Picture → Picture Off → ENTERE The screen is turned off but the sound remains on. Press any button except the volume button to turn on the screen. ◀ ▶
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    ■■ Reset Picture OO MENUm → Picture → Reset Picture → ENTERE Resets your current picture mode to its default settings. ◀ ▶
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    ❑❑ Changing the Preset Sound Modes ■■ Sound Mode OO MENUm → Sound → Sound Mode → ENTERE Use the u/d buttons 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. ◀ ●● Clear
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    ❑❑ Adjusting Sound Settings ■■ Sound Effect OO MENUm → Sound → Sound Effect → ENTERE (standard sound mode only) Use the u/d buttons to select an option, and then press ENTERE. ●● DTS TruSurround This function provides a virtual 5.1 channel surround sound experience ◀ through a pair of
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    ●● Equalizer Use Equalizer to customize the sound setting for each speaker. Balance: Adjusts the balance between the right and left speaker. 100Hz / 300Hz / 1kHz / 3kHz / 10kHz (Bandwidth Adjustment): Adjusts the volume level of specific bandwidth frequencies. Reset: Resets the equalizer to its
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    ■■ 3D Audio for PDP 4900 series OO MENUm → Sound → 3D Audio → ENTERE 3D audio technology that provides an immersive sound corresponding to the effect of 3D video by utilizing audio depth control in perspective. NN Available in only when the TV is displaying 3D images. ◀ ▶
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    ■■ Speaker Settings OO MENUm → Sound → Speaker Settings → ENTERE ●● Speaker Select 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
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    NN If there is no video signal, both the TV's speakers and the external speakers will be mute. ●● Auto Volume When you change channels, video sources, or content, Auto Volume automatically adjusts the TV's volume level so that the volume level remains the same for all sources. For example, if you
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    ■■ Digital Audio Out OO MENUm → Sound → Digital Audio Out → ENTERE Digital Audio Out outputs an uncompressed digital audio signal when you connect the digital audio out jack on the back of the TV to a digital audio in jack on a receiver or home theater. ●● Audio Format: You can select the Digital
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    ●● Audio Delay: Lets you correct timing mismatches between the audio track and the video when you are watching the TV and listening to digital audio output from the TV through an external device such as an AV receiver. When you select Audio Delay, a slider appears. Use the l/r buttons to adjust the
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    ■■ Reset Sound OO MENUm → Sound → Reset Sound → ENTERE Reset all sound settings to the factory defaults. Select Reset Sound, press ENTERE, select Yes in the pop-up, and then press ENTERE again. ◀ ▶
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    time when you set up the TV for the first time or when you reset the TV. NN To execute the initial setup, follow the instructions displayed on the TV screen. ◀ ▶
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    ❑❑ Setting the Time ■■ Time OO MENUm → System → Time → ENTERE NN 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. NN If you disconnect the power cord, you have to set the clock again. ◀ ▶
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    the time from a digital channel. NN You must have cable or an antenna connected to the TV to have the TV set the time automatically. ●● Manual: Set the current time manually. NN Depending on the broadcast station and signal, Auto may not set the time correctly. If this occurs, set the time
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    . Use the l/r buttons to move from one entry field to the next. Press ENTERE when done. NN Available only when Clock Mode is set to Manual. DST: Switches the DST (Daylight Saving Time) function on or off. NN This function is only available when the Clock Mode is set to Auto
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    Time Zone: Select your time zone. NN This function is only available when the Clock Mode is set to Auto. Time Offset for PDP 4900 series : Adjusts the time when your TV receives the time information via Internet. Set the right time by selecting an offset. NN The current time will be set through a
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    ❑❑ Using the Sleep Timer OO MENUm → System → Time → Sleep Timer → ENTERE ●● Sleep Timer t: Automatically shuts off the TV after a preset period of time. (30, 60, 90, 120, 150, or 180 minutes). NN Use the u/d buttons to select a period of time, and then press ENTERE. To cancel the Sleep Timer, select
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    configurations. NN You must set the clock before you can use On Timer. Setup: Select Off, Once, Everyday, Mon~Fri, Mon~Sat, Sat~Sun, or ◀ Manual. If you select Manual, you can choose the days you want On Timer ▶ to turn on your TV. NN The c mark indicates days you've selected.
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    Time: Set the hour, minute, am/pm. Use the number buttons or the u/d buttons to enter numbers. Use the l/r buttons to change entry fields. Volume: Set the desired volume level. Use the l/r buttons to change the volume level. Source: To select the source of the content that will play when the TV
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    NN If you select a source other than TV or USB, you must: ●● Have a cable or satellite set-top box attached to that source ●● Set the set-top box to the channel you want to watch when the TV goes on ●● Leave the set-top box turned on. NN When you select a source other than TV or USB, the Antenna and
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    NN If there is no music file on the USB device or you don't select a folder containing a music file, the Timer function does not operate correctly. NN If there is only one photo file in the USB, the Slide Show will not play. NN A folder with a name that is too long cannot be selected. NN Each
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    You must set the clock before you can use Off Timer. Setup: Select Off, Once, Everyday, Mon~Fri, Mon~Sat, Sat~Sun or Manual. If you select Manual, you can choose the days you want Off Timer to turn off your TV. NN The c mark indicates days you've selected. Time: Set
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    ❑❑ Economical Solutions ■■ Eco Solution OO MENUm → System → Eco Solution → ENTERE ●● Energy Saving: Lets you adjust the brightness of the TV to reduce power consumption. ●● Eco Sensor: To enhance your power savings, the picture settings will automatically adapt to the light in the room. ◀ NN
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    Min Cell Light: When Eco Sensor is On, lets you manually adjust the minimum screen brightness. NN If Eco Sensor is On, the display brightness may change (become slightly darker in most cases) depending on the
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    ❑❑ Other Features ■■ Menu Language OO MENUm → System → Menu Language → ENTERE Set the menu language. 1. Select Menu Language, and then press the ENTERE button. 2. Choose a language, and then press the ENTERE button. ◀ NN Choose English, Español, or Français. ▶
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    ■■ Screen Burn Protection OO MENUm → System → Screen Burn Protection → ENTERE To reduce the possibility of screen burn, this unit is equipped with Pixel Shift and other screen burn prevention technology. Pixel Shift moves the picture slightly on the screen. The Pixel Shift Time setting function
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    ●● Pixel Shift: Using this function, you can set the TV to move pixels minutely on the PDP screen in a horizontal or vertical direction to minimize after images on the screen. NN Available Pixel Shift Settings and Optimum Settings Available Settings Optimum Settings for TV/AV/ Component/HDMI
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    ●● Scrolling: This function removes after-images on the screen by illuminating all the pixels on the screen according to a pattern. Use this function when there are after images or symbols on the screen, especially when you displayed a still image on the screen for a long time. NN The after-
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    ■■ Change PIN OO MENUm → System → Change PIN → ENTERE When you access Change PIN, the PIN input screen appears. Enter the current or default PIN. Then, the Change PIN screen appears. Choose any 4 digits for your PIN and enter them in Enter New PIN. Re-enter the same 4 digits in Confirm New PIN.
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    ■■ General OO MENUm → System → General → ENTERE ●● Game Mode: When you have connected a game console such as a PlayStation™ or Xbox™ to the TV, you can enjoy a more realistic gaming experience if you set Game Mode on. NN NOTE ●● Precautions and limitations for Game Mode: -- Before
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    ●● Game Mode is not available when you've set the input source to TV. ●● Set Game Mode to On only after connecting a game console. If you turn Game Mode on before you have attached the game console, you may notice reduced picture quality. ●● If Game Mode is On: -- Picture Mode is set to Standard and
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    ■■ DivX® Video On Demand OO MENUm → System → DivX® Video On Demand → ENTERE Shows the registration code authorized for the TV. If you connect to the DivX web site and register with 10-digit registration code, you can download the VOD activation file. Once you play it using Media Play, the
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    to the TV. In the Source list, connected inputs are highlighted. ◀ NN For detailed information, refer to "Changing the Input Source" in the paper ▶ User Manual.
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    ❑❑ Connecting a USB Device 1. Turn on your TV. 2. Connect a USB device containing photo, music, or movie files to the USB port on the side of the TV. 3. A pop-up window appears. Select Photos, Videos, or Music, and then press the ENTERE button. 4. The Content screen appears, listing the contents
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    previous screen. Press the EXIT button to exit to the TV screen. 9. To disconnect the USB device, go to "Disconnecting a USB Device" in the e-Manual. NN Even though the player will display folders for all Content Types, it will only display ◀ files of the Content Type (Photos, Videos, or Music
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    able to play unlicensed multimedia files properly. NN What you need to know before using a USB Device. ●● MTP (Media Transfer Protocol) is not supported. ●● The TV supports the FAT and exFAT file systems. ●● Certain types of USB Digital camera and audio devices may not be compatible with this TV
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    back up your files to protect them from damage or loss of data. SAMSUNG is not responsible for any data file damage or data loss. ●● Do on the screen. ●● The maximum supported JPEG resolution is 15360 x 8640 pixels. ●● The TV displays the "Not Supported File Format"message when it encounters
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    TV using PTP mode, it may not be recognized. ●● A USB device that requires high power (more than 500mA or 5V) may ◀ not be supported. The TV does not support HDDs (Hard Disk Drives) ▶ connected to the USB port. ●● If the TV receives no input during the time set in Auto Protection Time
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    ●● The power-saving mode of some external hard disk drives may be released automatically when connected 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. ●● If a USB device connected to the TV is not
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    Disconnecting a USB Device 1. Press the SOURCE button. 2. Select the USB device, and then press the TOOLS button. The Tools menu appears. 3. Select Remove USB, and then wait until the USB device is disconnected. After the device is disconnected, remove the USB device from the TV. NN To remove a
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    ❑❑ Using Media Play OO MENUm → Applications → Media Play → ENTERE Enjoy photos, music, and movie files saved on a USB Mass Storage Class (MSC) device. 1. Insert a USB device into the USB jack on the side of the TV. 2. Press the MEDIA.P button on your remote or select Media Play in the TV's menu
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    or ∂ button on your remote. 7. For information about controlling playback, go to "Playing selected files" and "Controlling Photo / Video / Music Playback" in the e-Manual. 8. Press the RETURN button to exit a current screen and go to the previous screen. Press the EXIT button to exit to the TV
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    NN Even though the player will display folders for all Content Types, it will only display files of the Content Type (Photos, Videos, or Music) you selected in Step 3. For example, if you selected Music, you will only be able to see music files. You can change this by pressing the RETURN button
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    Playing selected files (Creating a play list) These instructions apply to all content, Photos, Videos, and Music. 1. On a screen displaying content, press the u button to select Options at the top right of the screen,
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    ❑❑ Controlling Photo / Video / Music Playback When playing a video or photo file, press the ENTERE button to display the playback controls. The playback controls for music are displayed at the bottom left of the screen automatically when you play a music file. NN If the option menu is not
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    Playback controls These buttons appear on the bottom of the screen when you press the TOOLS button while playing back photos or videos. Some are displayed automatically when you play a music file. Button / / ◀ / / Operation Previous / Next Start Slide Show / Stop Slide Show Play / Pause
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    Content Settings buttons ●● Photos These buttons appear on the bottom of the screen when you press the ENTERE button while playing back photos. Button Operation Slideshow Settings Lets you set the Speed and Effects during the slide show. Zoom Lets you zoom into (enlarge) images in full screen
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    displaying photos, the slide show starts immediately. NN During the slide show, you can adjust the slide show speed using the π (REW) or μ (FF) button. ●● Supported Photo Formats NN For the details, refer to "Specifications" in the paper user
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    video at one minute intervals using the l and r buttons or by entering a time value directly. NN The Search Time bar may not be supported depending on the input source. ◀ Repeat Mode Lets you automatically play movie files repeatedly. ▶ Picture Size Lets you adjust the picture size to your
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    Button Settings ◀ Operation Subtitle Settings: Lets you play a video with subtitles. This function only works if the subtitles have the same file name as the video. For example, Bats.mp4 and Bats.smi. Picture Mode / Sound Mode: Lets you select the picture or sound mode (Dynamic, Standard, etc./
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    progress bar are not displayed. NN In video playback mode, you can watch movie clips contained in a game, but you cannot play the game itself. ●● Supported Subtitle / Video Formats NN For the details, refer to "Specifications" in the paper user
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    sound mode (Standard, Movie, etc.). ◀ NN The TV only displays the files with supported music file extensions. Other file ▶ extensions are not displayed, even if they are saved may cause a sound problem.) ●● Supported Music Formats NN For the details, refer to "Specifications" in the paper user
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    Setting the Encoding language Set the encoding language if the text you want to view does not appear correctly. 1. Press the u button to select Options at the top of the music main screen, and then select Encoding. 2. Select the desired encoding language. ◀ ▶
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    ❑❑ Using the 3D function for PDP 4900 series Viewing TV using the 3D function IMPORTANT HEALTH AND SAFETY INFORMATION FOR 3D PICTURES. Read and understand the following safety information before using the TV's 3D function. [[WARNING ◀ ●● Some viewers may experience discomfort while viewing
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    due to running into objects, tripping, and/or falling. Before using the 3D function... ◀ ●● 3D Active Glasses from Samsung's previous product (IR type) or other ▶ manufacturers are not supported. ●● After the TV is initially powered on, it may take some time until the 3D display is optimized.
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    Glasses may not work properly if there is any other 3D product or electronic devices turned on near the glasses or TV. If there is a problem, keep other electronic devices as far away as possible from the 3D Active Glasses. ●● Be sure to stay within the viewing angle and optimum TV
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    ■■ 3D OO MENUm → Picture → 3D → ENTERE This exciting new feature enables you to view 3D content. NN "Full HD 3D Glasses™" Logo indicates compatibility between display products and 3D Glasses which are compliant with the "Full HD 3D Glasses™" format, and does not indicate the picture quality of
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    off. 2D → 3D Changes a 2D image to 3D. NN Some file formats may not be supported. ◀ Side by Side Displays two images next to each other. ▶ Top & Bottom Displays one Off automatically when you access Media Play or the e-Manual functions. NN 3D Mode is set to a memorized configuration value automatically when you change
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    ●● 3D Perspective: Adjust the overall 3D perspective of the on-screen image. ●● Depth: Adjust overall depth. ●● L/R Change: Swap the left and right pictures. ●● 3D → 2D: Displays the image for the left eye only. NN This function is deactivated when 3D Mode set to " " or " Off ". ◀ ▶
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    Supported resolutions (16:9 only) ●● HDMI Source Resolution Frequency (Hz) / 1280 x 720p 59.94 / 60 Hz 1920 x 1080i 59.94 / 60 Hz 1920 x 1080p 23.98 / 24 /
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    / 60 Hz 59.94 / 60 Hz 59.94 / 60 Hz ●● Videos / Photos (In Media Play) ◀ For the details, refer to "Specifications" in the paper user's manual. ▶
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    ❑❑ Viewing the e-Manual ■■ e-Manual OO MENUm → Support → e-Manual → ENTERE Provides instructions that explain how to use the features of your TV. NN For detailed information about using the e-Manual Screen, refer to "How to view the e-Manual" in the paper user's manual. ◀ ▶
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    ■■ Self Diagnosis OO MENUm → Support → Self Diagnosis → ENTERE ●● Picture Test: Use to check for picture problems. Picture test displays a high 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
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    ●● Sound Test: Use to check for sound problems. Sound test plays a built-in melody that tests both speaker or from neither ◀ 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.
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    ●● Signal Information: (digital channels only) The reception quality of over- the-air HD channels is either perfect or the channels are unavailable. Signal Information displays HD channel signal strength so you can adjust your antenna to increase signal strength and receive HD channels. ●● Reset
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    → Support → Software Update → ENTERE The Software Update menu lets you upgrade your TV's software to the latest version. Current ver.: This is the software version already installed in the TV. ●● Update now: You can perform a Software Update by downloading the latest ◀ firmware from www.samsung
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    the software, follow these steps: 1. Visit www.samsung.com. 2. Click SUPPORT on the top right of the page. 3. drop down list. 5. On the page that appears, scroll down to and then click Firmware ◀ Manuals & Downloads. ▶ 6. Click Firmware in the center of the page. 7. Click the ZIP button
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    a single folder with the same name as the zip file. 10. Copy the folder to a USB flash drive. 11. In the TV's menu, go to Support → Software Update. 12. Select Update now. 13. The TV searches for the software on the USB drive. When it finds the software, the Update Request
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    ❑❑ Changing the Use Mode ■■ Use Mode OO MENUm → Support → Use Mode → ENTERE Select the Use Mode suitable for the location in which you will use the TV. We strongly recommend you select Home Use.
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    ❑❑ Viewing Contact Samsung ■■ Contact Samsung OO MENUm → Support → Contact Samsung → ENTERE View this information when your TV does not work properly or when you want to upgrade the software. You can find information about our
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    ❑❑ Using the Soccer Mode ■■ Soccer Mode OO MENUm → Applications → Soccer Mode → ENTERE This mode provides optimized condition for watching games. ●● a (Zoom): Pause playback and divide the picture into 9 parts. Select a part to zoom it in. NN This functions is not available in the U.S. and
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    series NN For the details, go to www.samsung.com → GET SUPPORT → Find Product Support. On the Support page, enter your TV's model number. Select your model from the drop down list that appears, and then press the Enter button. On the Support page for your model, enter Wireless Network into
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    ❑❑ Managing the Network Connected Devices for PDP 4900 series NN For the details, go to www.samsung.com → GET SUPPORT → Find Product Support. On the Support page, enter your TV's model number. Select your model from the drop down list that appears, and then press the Enter button. On the
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    4900 series NN For the details, go to www.samsung.com → GET SUPPORT → Find Product Support. On the Support page, enter your TV's model number. Select your model from the drop down list that appears, and then press the Enter button. On the Support page for your model, enter either DLNA functions or
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Memorizing channels
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
Air
or
Cable
. If you select cable, when
you start
Auto Program
, you must also specify the cable system type,
STD
,
HRC
, or
IRC
. If you don’t know your cable system type, contact your local cable
company for the information. Most cable companies use
STD
.
N
If you have connected your TV to a cable or satellite set top box, you do not
need to run the
Auto Program
function.