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Canada Samsung Electronics America, Inc. 85 Challenger Road Ridgefield Park, NJ 07660-2112 LCD TV user manual BN68-02604A-05 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 - Samsung LN37C550J1F | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 2
match. • Reduce brightness and contrast values to minimum required to achieve desired picture quality, exceeded values may speed up the burnout process. • Frequently use all TV features designed to reduce image retention and screen burnout, refer to proper user manual section for details. Securing - Samsung LN37C550J1F | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 3
Mode Adjusting picture settings 14 yy Troubleshooting 44 14 Storage and Maintenance 46 Economical Solutions 14 Setting up the TV with your PC 14 Changing the Picture Options 15 yy Sound Menu 16 Changing the Preset Sound Mode 16 yy Specifications 47 License 47 yy Dimensions 48 - Samsung LN37C550J1F | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 4
are included with your LCD TV. If any items are missing, contact your dealer. ✎✎The items' colors and shapes may vary depending on the models. yy Remote Control (BN59-01041A) & Batteries (AAA x 2) yy Owner's Instructions yy Warranty Card / Safety Guide / Quick Setup Guide yy Cleaning Cloth (BN63 - Samsung LN37C550J1F | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 5
LCD TV. ✎✎Stand the product up and fasten the screws. If you fasten the screws with the LCD TV placed down, it may lean to one side. Viewing the Control Panel ✎✎The product color and shape may vary depending on the model. Remote control sensor Power Indicator Speakers P (Power) Remote control - Samsung LN37C550J1F | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 6
the remote control with this button set to off will reduce the battery usage time.) Returns to the previous channel. Cut off the sound temporarily. Changes channels. Displays the main on-screen menu. Displays Favorite Channel Lists on the screen. (P. 12) Press to display information on the TV screen - Samsung LN37C550J1F | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 7
Mode Set the Clock Mode automatically or manually. ✎✎If you select the Auto, set the daylight saving time. Select the time zone where you live. 6 Viewing the HD Connection Guide The connection method for the best HD screen quality is displayed. 7 Enjoy your TV. Press the ENTERE button. FAV.CH - Samsung LN37C550J1F | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 8
to HDMI) adapter. The PC/DVI AUDIO IN jack is required for audio. xx The picture may not display normally (if at all) or the audio may not work if an external device that uses an older version of HDMI mode is connected to the TV. If such a problem occurs, ask the manufacturer of the external - Samsung LN37C550J1F | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 9
xx 5.1 CH (channel) audio is available when the TV is connected to an external device supporting 5.1 CH. xx When the receiver (home theater) is set to on, you can hear sound output from the TV's optical jack. When the TV is receiving a DTV signal, the TV will send 5.1 CH sound to the home theater - Samsung LN37C550J1F | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 10
65.290 52.500 74.620 67.500 Vertical Frequency (Hz) 70.086 70.087 66.667 74.551 75.062 750 95.750 130.000 25.175 31.500 31.500 40.000 50.000 49.500 65.000 75.000 78.750 modes are supported. SOG(Sync On Green) is not supported. Sync Polarity (H / V) EX-LINK Connector for service only. Input - Samsung LN37C550J1F | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 11
Edit Name. Basic FeaturesPRE-CH How to Navigate Menus Before using the TV, follow the steps below to learn how to navigate the menu and ◄/► 6 ENTER E 7 EXIT e The main menu options appear on the screen: Picture, Sound, Channel, Setup, Input, Application, Support. Select an icon with the ▲ or ▼ - Samsung LN37C550J1F | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 12
guide for digital broadcasts. Select a channel in the AlIlNCFhOannels, Added Channels, Favorite or Programmed screen Cable. S.MODE Ax x B GCreenD number. (Zoom):CECnlarges or shrinks a chaMnEnDeIAl type of signal source that is connected to the TV (i.e. an Air or a Cable system). Auto Program - Samsung LN37C550J1F | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 13
to adjust the settings in the box, or use the numeric buttons on your remote for entering the date and time. ✎✎ If you selected Once, Every Week or store operation. If the signal is weak or distorted, fine tune the channel manually. yy Select Fine Tune in the Channel menu. ✎✎Fine tuned channels that - Samsung LN37C550J1F | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 14
pictureCqCuality control. ✎✎NOTE xx When you make changes to Backlight, Contrast, Picture Off / Auto): This adjust the brightness of the TV in order to reduce power consumption. If you select Picture Off, the screen is turned off , but the sound remains on. Press any button to turn on the screen - Samsung LN37C550J1F | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 15
/ High): ■■ Adjust the screen contrast. Shadow Detail: Increase the brightness of dark imagFeAsV..CH ✎✎ Disabled under PC mode. Zoom2: Use for a stronger magnification. Wide Fit: Enlarges the aspect ratio of the picture to fit the entire screen. 4:3: Sets the picture to basic (4:3) mode - Samsung LN37C550J1F | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 16
of time defined by the user, the screen saver is activated to prevent the formation of ghost images on the screen. SLEEP Picture Reset (OK / Cancel) Resets your current picture mode to its default settings. Sound Menu ¦¦ Changing the Preset Sound ModeFAV.CH OO MENUm → Sound → Mode → ENTERE Mode - Samsung LN37C550J1F | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 17
TV Speaker) A sound echo may occur due to a difference in decoding speed between the main speaker and the audio receiver. In this case, set the TV be connected in order to set the time automatically. -- Manual: Set the current time manually. ✎✎ Depending on the broadcast station and signal, the auto - Samsung LN37C550J1F | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 18
, Day, Year, Hour, Minute and am/pm. ✎✎ Available only when Clock Mode is set to Manual. ✎✎ You can set the month, day, year, hour and minute directly by pressing the number buttons on the remote control. DST (Off / On): Switches the DST(Daylight Saving Time) function on or off. ✎✎ This function - Samsung LN37C550J1F | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 19
control what your children are watching. -- TV-Y: Young children / TV-Y7: Children 7 and over / TV-G: General audience / TV-PG: Parental guidance / TV-14: Viewers 14 and over / TV-MA: Mature audience -- ALL: Lock all TV xx Even if you set the on-screen display to another language, the Downloadable - Samsung LN37C550J1F | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 20
channel INFO 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: This channel is blocked by V-Chip. Please enter the PIN to unblock. ✎✎ If you forget the PIN, press the remote-control buttons in the following - Samsung LN37C550J1F | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 21
may be a problem with the TV. Contact Samsung's Call Center for assistance (1-800-SAMSUNG). No: If you can hear sound from the speakers, select No. 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 - Samsung LN37C550J1F | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 22
.samsung.com, into the TV. Please be careful not to disconnect the power or remove the USB drive until or TV Rear Panel upgrades are complete. The TV will be turned off and on automatically after completing USB Drive the firmware upgrade. When software is upgraded, video and audio settings - Samsung LN37C550J1F | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 23
must enter the IP address, subnet mask, gateway, and DNS values manually on your TV's Cable Setup Screen when you set up the network connection. To get the IP address, subnet mask, gateway, and DNS values, contact your Internet Service Provider (ISP). If you have a Windows computer, you can also get - Samsung LN37C550J1F | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 24
set up automatically" procedure. 2. Set Internet Protocol Setup to Manual. 3. Press the ▼ button on your remote to go to the first entry field. 4. Enter the IP Address, Subnet Mask, Gateway, and DNS Server values. Use the number buttons on your remote to enter numbers and the arrow buttons to move - Samsung LN37C550J1F | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 25
your AP, Samsung TVs will not support a connection in compliance with new Wi-Fi certification specifications. xx If your AP supports WPS (Wi- Auto Setup (Using the Auto Network Search function) -- Manual Setup -- Ad-Hoc xx The Samsung Wireless LAN Adapter may not be recognized when using a - Samsung LN37C550J1F | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 26
a network Internet Protocol Setup : Not Selected ► : Auto IP Address : Subnet Mask : Gateway : DNS DNS Server : Auto : A PBC(WPS) U Move E Enter R Return 7. Press the Red button on your remote. 8. Press the PBC (WPS) button on your router within 2 minutes. Your TV player automatically - Samsung LN37C550J1F | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 27
set up using PBC (WPS)". (P. 26) 2. Press the ▼ button to select Internet Protocol Setup, and then press the ENTERE button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to number buttons on your remote to enter numbers. -- Use the direction buttons on your remote to move from button to button on the Security Key screen. - Samsung LN37C550J1F | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 28
the procedures required to connect devices other than a PC (such as your TV) to the Internet. If your Internet service provider requires an ID or password to connect to the Internet, your TV may not be able to connect to the Internet. If this is the case, you must enter your ID or password when - Samsung LN37C550J1F | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 29
want to use Media Play to play files saved on your PC over your TV, you should download "PC Share Manager" and users manual from "www.samsung.com." TV Side Panel PC LAN or External Modem (ADSL/VDSL/Cable TV) Samsung Wireless TV Rear Panel LAN Adapter Wireless IP sharer LAN Cable 1. For more - Samsung LN37C550J1F | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 30
✎✎The Divx DRM, Multi-audio, embedded caption does not supported. ✎✎Samsung PC Share manager should be supported. -- The Play Continuously function does not support multiple users. (It will have only memorized the point where the most recent user may malfunction. xx If the TV has been no input during - Samsung LN37C550J1F | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 31
Features ¦¦ Screen Display Move to the desired file using the up/down/right/left buttons and then press the ENTERE or � (Play) button. The file is played. ✎✎Supports the View Devices and Contents Mode in Media Play homepage. Information: You can ascertain the selected file name and the number of - Samsung LN37C550J1F | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 32
8 30 30 30 30 25 30 25 25 Audio Codec MP3 / AC3 / LPCM / ADPCM / problems with the contents of a codec, the codec will not be supported Sound or video may not work if the contents have a standard bitrate/frame rate above the compatible Frame/sec listed in the table above. Video Decoder • Supports - Samsung LN37C550J1F | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 33
If the sound is abnormal when playing MP3 files, adjust the Equalizer in the Sound menu. (An over-modulated MP3 file may cause a sound problem.) I photo list is displayed, press the � (Play) / ENTERE button on the remote control to start the slide show. -- All files in the file list section will - Samsung LN37C550J1F | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 34
Earliest Date Artist Operation Displays the whole folder. You can view the photo by selecting the folder. Sorts and displays the file title in Symbol/Number/Alphabet/Special order. Sorts and displays the file by preference. You can change the file preference in the file list section using the Green - Samsung LN37C550J1F | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 35
and music files repeatedly. Picture Size (Mode1 / Mode2 / Original) Picture Setting You can adjust the picture size to your preference. You can adjust the picture setting. (p. 14, 15, 16) Sound Setting You can adjust the sound setting. (p. 16, 17) Subtitle Setting Audio Stop Slide Show / Start - Samsung LN37C550J1F | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 36
Anynet+? t Anynet+ is a function that enables you to control all connected Samsung devices that support Anynet+ with your Samsung TV's remote. 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 - Samsung LN37C550J1F | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 37
(This is only available for devices that support the recording function.) Stops recording. Sound is played through the receiver. If more List. ¦¦ Recording You can make a recording of a TV Program using a Samsung recorder. 1. Select Recording. ✎✎ When there are more than 's users manual. 37 English - Samsung LN37C550J1F | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 38
using the TV remote control, not the buttons on the TV. xx The TV remote control may not work under certain conditions. If this occurs, reselect the Anynet+ device. xx The Anynet+ functions do not operate with other manufacturers' products. ¦¦ Troubleshooting for Anynet+ Problem Anynet+ does - Samsung LN37C550J1F | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 39
that supports AllShare. ■■ ScreenShare (On / Off): Enables or disables the ScreenShare function for using mobile phone as a remote control. ■■ TV name: Sets the TV name so you can find it easily on a mobile device. ✎✎ If you select User Input, you can type on the TV using the OSK (On Screen Keyboard - Samsung LN37C550J1F | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 40
content. xx Using the mobile device, you can control the media playing. For details, refer to each mobile's user's guide. xx When you want to play media contents from your PC, select the PC icon on the main display of AllShare. Then the TV's Media Play menu automatically changes. For more detail - Samsung LN37C550J1F | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 41
instructions, see the User manual supplied with the locking device. ✎✎The locking device has to be purchased separately. ✎✎The location of the Kensington slot may be different depending on the TV model. Installing the Wall Mount Assembling the Blanking Bracket When installing the TV - Samsung LN37C550J1F | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 42
consumer fails to follow the product installation instructions. xx Do not mount the TV at more than a 15 degree tilt. xx Always use two people to mount the TV to a wall. Product Family inches LCD-TV 19~22 23~29 30~40 46~55 57~65 70~80 80~ VESA Spec. (A * B) 75 X 75 100 X 100 200 X 100 - Samsung LN37C550J1F | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 43
Separately) The parts below are included in the TV Holder kit. In addition, you need to provide a wood screw, screw and molly, or other screw appropriate for the wall or cabinet you intend to secure the TV-Holder string to. We recommend a size M4xL20 wood screw. (M6 X L16 : 32 ~ 40 inch TVs) (M8 - Samsung LN37C550J1F | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 44
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, visit samsung.com, then click on Support, or call Samsung customer service at 1-800-SAMSUNG. Issues Solutions and Explanations Poor picture - Samsung LN37C550J1F | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 45
Picture, No Video The TV will not turn on. • Make sure the AC power cord is securely plugged into the wall outlet and the TV. • Make sure the wall outlet is working. • Try pressing the POWER button on the TV to make sure the problem is not the remote. If the TV turns on, refer to 'Remote control - Samsung LN37C550J1F | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 46
/set top box remote control does not turn the TV on or off, or adjust the volume. • Program the Cable/Sat remote control to the operate the TV. Refer to the Cable/Sat user manual for SAMSUNG TV code. A "Mode Not Supported" message appears. • Check the supported resolution of the TV and adjust the - Samsung LN37C550J1F | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 47
05 Other Information Specifications Display Resolution Environmental Considerations Operating Temperature Operating Humidity Storage Temperature Storage Humidity Stand Swivel (Left / Right) Model Name Screen Size (Diagonal) Sound Output Dimensions (WxDxH) LN32C550 32 inches (31.5 inches measured - Samsung LN37C550J1F | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 48
31.8 15.7 15.7 NOTE: All drawings are not necessarily to scale. Some dimensions are subject to change without prior notice. Refer to the dimensions prior to performing installation of your TV. Not responsible for typographical or printed errors. © 2010 Samsung Electronics America, Inc 48 English - Samsung LN37C550J1F | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 49
Audio out DST (Daylight Saving Time) D-sub Dynamic Contrast E Energy Saving Equalizer External Speaker F FAV.CH button Favorite Channel H HD HDMI Home theater Index I 39 Internet view Picture Reset PIN number PIP Position Power Indicator R Remote Control RGB 6, 12 12 16 8 9, 35 S 24 Screen Fit - Samsung LN37C550J1F | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 50
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