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Owner's Instructions PL-50D4H This device is a Class B digital apparatus. - Samsung PL-50D4H | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 2
formats used for viewing. Uneven PDP aging as a result of format selection and use, as well as burned-in images, are not covered by your Samsung limited warranty. 2 - Samsung PL-50D4H | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 3
User Instructions Screen Image retention Do not display a still image (such as on a video is also known as "screen burn". To avoid such image retention, refer to page 42 of this manual to reduce the degree of brightness and contrast of this screen when displaying a still image. Altitude The PDP - Samsung PL-50D4H | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 4
Plasma Display Panel 6 Remote Control Buttons 8 Wall Installation Instructions 10 Connecting Speakers 14 How to assemble the Stand- V-Chip 99 Appendix Troubleshooting 106 Care and Maintenance 107 Specifications 108 Note • The information contained in this User's Manual is subject to change - Samsung PL-50D4H | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 5
PLASMA DISPLAY PANEL General Information Your New Plasma Display Panel 6 Remote Control Buttons 8 Wall Installation Instructions 10 Connecting Speakers 14 How to assemble the Stand-Base 16 - Samsung PL-50D4H | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 6
to make sure that you have all the parts shown here. If any piece is missing or broken, call your dealer. Sold Separately Owner's Instructions Remote Control (BN59-00377G)/ Ferrite Core 2EA AAA Batteries (4301-000103) (3301-001110) S-VIDEO Cable DVI Cable Component Cables (RCA) (AA39-40001E) (BN39 - Samsung PL-50D4H | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 7
-R) Outputs for external devices. ˇ PC INPUT (RGB IN / AUDIO) Connect to the video and audio output jack on your PC. ¨ FOR SERVICE ONLY Connector for service only. ˆ S-VIDEO (S-VIDEO / L-AUDIO-R) Video and audio inputs for external devices with an S-Video output, such as a camcorder or VCR. Ø AV1 - Samsung PL-50D4H | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 8
screen size. ˇ Number buttons ¨ +100 button Press to select channels over 100. For example, to select channel 121, press "+100", then press "2" and "1." ˆ MUTE target device to be controlled by the Samsung remote control (i.e., VCR, Cable, DVD players or Samsung STB). If you change modes, the - Samsung PL-50D4H | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 9
. ≠ DNIe button Activates DNIe (Digital Natural Image engine). - CAPTION button Controls the caption decoder. - SET button Used during set up of this Samsung remote control, so that it will work compatibly with other devices (VCR, Cable Box, DVD) ÷ PIP control buttons SIZE : Press to make the - Samsung PL-50D4H | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 10
Instructions This wall mount bracket installation guide is for the following models: PL-50D4H Installation Notes 1 Do not install the PDP on any location other than a vertical wall. 2 To protect the performance of the PDP and prevent problems ASSY-HINGE 1EA Support Bars 2EA 10 LEFT :1EA RIGHT :1EA - Samsung PL-50D4H | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 11
-HINGE (LEFT) Separate ASSY-HINGE into Left and Right. Wall Mount Bracket ASSY-HINGE (RIGHT) 2 After installing the Wall Mount Bracket, assemble the support bars and hinges (as illustrated) using screws provided. (12 screws(@) are provided. For safety reasons, make sure all 12 screws are firmly - Samsung PL-50D4H | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 12
Wall Installation Instructions Fixing the PDP panel to the wall attachment panel bracket 1 Remove the screws from the back of the PDP. 2 Connect insulation holders to screws (see - Samsung PL-50D4H | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 13
1 Secure the SET to the wall mount bracket. (Please refer to the following instructions.) 2 Set the angle by pulling the upper end of the SET attached to adjust the angle. (0°~20° by 2°). Insert the Safety Pins to the front guide holes on both sides as illustrated in figure ´. 3 Viewing the PDP after - Samsung PL-50D4H | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 14
Connecting Speakers 1 Remove the screws on the rear of the PDP. 2 Hang the two "T" shaped hangers on the square holes on the rear of the PDP. 3 Tighten the PDP and the speaker bracket using the screws removed from the PDP. ➤ When moving your PDP, do NOT hold the speaker connected to your PDP. It may - Samsung PL-50D4H | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 15
Connect the speaker audio cable to the external speaker output jack on the rear of the PDP matching the "+" and "-" ends of the cable with the diagram on the PDP. ➤ The speakers MUST have to a power handling capability of 10 watts minimum (impedance 8Ω). When you connect the speaker wire to the - Samsung PL-50D4H | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 16
with the stand base and firmly secure both sides of the support pins using 8 screws provided. 2 Assemble the PDP with the stand and firmly secure the PDP using 4 screws provided. ➤ Two or more people should carry the - Samsung PL-50D4H | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 17
PLASMA DISPLAY PANEL Connections Connecting VHF and UHF Antennas 18 Connecting Cable TV 19 Connecting a VCR 21 Connecting a Camcorder 22 Connecting a DVD Player 23 Connecting a DTV Receiver 24 - Samsung PL-50D4H | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 18
Connecting VHF and UHF Antennas Antennas with 75-ohm Round Leads If your antenna looks like this: it has 75-ohm round leads. 1 Plug the antenna lead into the VHF/UHF terminal on the PDP. Use the Antenna Cable, an accessory included in the product package. 18 - Samsung PL-50D4H | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 19
Connecting Cable TV You can connect different cable systems to your PDP, including cable without a cable box, and cable with a cable box that descrambles some or all channels. Cable without a Cable Box 1 Plug the incoming cable into the VHF/UHF terminal on the PDP. Use the Antenna Cable, an - Samsung PL-50D4H | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 20
All) Channels To complete this connection you will need a two-way splitter, an RF (A/B) switch, and four coaxial cables (which you can buy from your Samsung dealer or any electronics store). 1 Find and disconnect the cable that is connected to the ANTENNA IN terminal of your cable box. This terminal - Samsung PL-50D4H | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 21
Connecting a VCR Connecting a VCR to the Video or S-Video/Audio jack PDP Power Plug VCR Audio Cable S-Video Cable Video Cable How to Connect Connect the Video/Audio cables between the VIDEO or S-VIDEO / L - AUDIO - R jacks on the PDP and VIDEO or S-VIDEO / L - AUDIO - R output jacks on the VCR. - Samsung PL-50D4H | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 22
to select "Video(AV1 or AV2)" or "S-Video". 3. Turn on your camcorder and set it to Video Mode. (For details, refer to your camcorder Owner's instructions.) 4. Set the IN/OUT switch on your camcorder to OUT. 5. Insert the tape into the camcorder and press the Play button. 22 - Samsung PL-50D4H | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 23
" or "COMPONENT2". 3. Turn on your DVD player, insert a DVD disc and press the Play button. • For an explanation of Component video, see your DVD owner's instructions. 23 - Samsung PL-50D4H | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 24
the SOURCE button to select "COMPONENT1", "COMPONENT2" or "DVI". 3. Turn on your DTV receiver. • For an explanation of Component video, see your DTV receiver owner's instructions. 24 - Samsung PL-50D4H | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 25
PLASMA DISPLAY PANEL Operation Turning the PDP On and Off 26 Plug & Play Feature 28 Memorizing the Channels 31 Setting Up Your Remote Control 36 Viewing an External Signal Source 38 - Samsung PL-50D4H | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 26
Turning the PDP On and Off Turning the PDP On and Off Press the POWER button on the remote control. The PDP will be turned on and you will be ready to use its features. You can also use the POWER ( ) button on the front of the PDP. Note: • If your PDP isn't turned on when the power button is - Samsung PL-50D4H | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 27
Displaying Status Information Press the INFO button on the remote control. The PDP will display the Picture mode, Sound mode, MTS, Caption, and Clock. Air 4 Mono V-Chip CC Picture Sound MTS Clock : Custom : Custom : Stereo : 12 : 00 am 27 - Samsung PL-50D4H | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 28
Plug & Play Feature When the television is initially powered ON, several basic customer settings proceed automatically and subsequently. The following settings are available. 1 If the television is in Standby mode, press the POWER button on the remote control. ➤ The message Start Plug & Play is - Samsung PL-50D4H | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 29
5 Select the correct signal source (Air, STD, HRC and IRC) by pressing the ▲ or ▼ button, then press the ENTER button. Air/CATV Air STD HRC IRC Move Enter Skip 6 To start the channel search, press the ENTER button. ➤ The search will end automatically. Channels are sorted and stored in an order - Samsung PL-50D4H | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 30
Plug & Play Feature (continued) If you want to reset this feature... 1 Press the MENU button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select "Setup", then press the ENTER button. 2 Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select "Miscellaneous", then press the ENTER button. TV Setup Language : English Time Caption - Samsung PL-50D4H | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 31
digits. There are three steps for memorizing channels: selecting a broadcast source, memorizing the channels (automatic) and adding and deleting channels (manual). Selecting the Video Signal-source Before your television can begin memorizing the available channels, you must specify the type of - Samsung PL-50D4H | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 32
Storing Channels in Memory (Automatic Method) 1 First, select the correct signal source (Air, STD, HRC and IRC). See steps on previous page. Press the MENU button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select "Channel", then press the ENTER button. 2 Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select "Auto Program", then - Samsung PL-50D4H | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 33
Adding and Erasing Channels (Manual Method) First, press the CH or CH button or the number buttons to select the channel you want to add or delete. 1 Press the MENU - Samsung PL-50D4H | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 34
To View Memorized Channels (PIP Mode) 1 Press the MENU button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select "Channel", then press the ENTER button. 2 Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select "Scan", then press the ENTER button. Only the memorized channels are chosen. ➤ When Channel scan starts, PIP mode will be - Samsung PL-50D4H | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 35
buttons, you can directly select channels that were either erased or not memorized. To select a channel over 100, press the +100 button. (For channel "112", press the +100 button, then "2", then "2". To change to single-digit channels (0~9) faster, press "0" before the single digit. (For channel - Samsung PL-50D4H | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 36
DVD Players, VCRs, Cable boxes. ● The remote control can only operate STB made by Samsung. Setting Up the Remote to Operate Your VCR, Cable box or DVD player 1 Turn VCR (or Cable box, DVD player) code listed on page 37 of this manual for your brand of VCR (or CATV, DVD). Make sure you enter three - Samsung PL-50D4H | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 37
Remote Control Codes VCR Codes Cable Box Codes DVD Codes 37 - Samsung PL-50D4H | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 38
Viewing an External Signal Source Use the remote control to switch between viewing signals from connected equipment, such as VCRs, DVD, Set-Top box and the TV source (broadcast or cable). Setting the Signal Source 1 Press the MENU button. Press the ENTER button to select "Input". ➤ Quick way to - Samsung PL-50D4H | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 39
Assigning Names to External input mode 1 Press the MENU button. Press the ENTER button to select "Input". TV Input Source List : TV √ Edit Name √ 2 Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select "Edit Name", then press the ENTER button. 3 Press the ENTER button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select external - Samsung PL-50D4H | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 40
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PLASMA DISPLAY PANEL Picture Control Customizing the Picture 42 Using Automatic Picture Settings 43 Selecting the Color Tone 44 DNIe (Digital Natural Image engine 45 Changing the Screen Size 46 Freezing the Picture 48 Viewing the Picture-in-Picture 49 Selecting a Signal Source (Antenna or - Samsung PL-50D4H | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 42
Customizing the Picture You can use the on-screen menus to change the Contrast, Brightness, Sharpness, Color, and Tint settings of your PDP. 1 Press the MENU button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select "Picture", then press the ENTER button. 2 Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select "Custom", then press - Samsung PL-50D4H | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 43
Using Automatic Picture Settings Your PDP has automatic picture settings that allow you to adjust the video display easily. 1 Press the MENU button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select "Picture", then press the ENTER button. ➤ Quick way to access the picture setting: Just press the "P.MODE" button on - Samsung PL-50D4H | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 44
Selecting the Color Tone 1 Press the MENU button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select "Picture", then press the ENTER button. 2 Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select "Color Tone", then press the ENTER button. 3 Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select "Cool2", "Cool1", "Normal", "Warm1" or "Warm2", then press - Samsung PL-50D4H | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 45
DNIe (Digital Natural Image engine) Samsung's New Technology brings you more detailed images with contrast, white enhancement and 3D noise reduction. 1 Press the MENU button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select " - Samsung PL-50D4H | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 46
Changing the Screen Size Screen size selection depends on the type of video input(DVD, PC etc.). 1 Press the MENU button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select "Picture", then press the ENTER button. ➤ Quick way to access the Screen Size menu : Just press the "ASPECT" button on the remote control. 2 - Samsung PL-50D4H | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 47
16:9(Wide) 16:9 Aspect Ratio that fits DVD and Wide Screen applications. Panorama Fits a 16:9 picture onto a 4:3 screen and displays it without clipping the image. Zoom Magnifies the 16:9 wide picture (in a vertical direction) to fit the screen size. Select by pressing the œ or √ button. Use the ▲ - Samsung PL-50D4H | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 48
Freezing the Picture Still Press the STILL button on the remote control to freeze a moving picture. Press again to cancel. 48 - Samsung PL-50D4H | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 49
in the corner of the screen. • Pressing the ▲ or ▼ button will alternate between "On" and "Off". Note • Check if the V-Chip Lock (refer to page 100) is ON if the PIP On/Off will not function. PIP does not function when the V-Chip Lock is set to On. Change the setting - Samsung PL-50D4H | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 50
Selecting an External Signal You can use PIP to view a signal from an external source, such as a VCR. 1 Press the MENU button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select "Picture", then press the ENTER button. 2 Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select "PIP", then press the ENTER button. 3 Press the ▲ or ▼ button - Samsung PL-50D4H | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 51
Swapping the Contents of the PIP and Main Image 1 Press the MENU button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select "Picture", then press the ENTER button. ➤ Quick way to access swapping: Just press the "SWAP" button under the cover of the remote control. 2 Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select "PIP", then - Samsung PL-50D4H | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 52
Changing the Size of the PIP Window 1 Press the MENU button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select "Picture", then press the ENTER button. ➤ Quick way to access PIP size: Just press the "SIZE" button under the cover of the remote control. 2 Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select "PIP", then press the ENTER - Samsung PL-50D4H | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 53
Changing the Location of the PIP Image 1 Press the MENU button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select "Picture", then press the ENTER button. 2 Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select "PIP", then press the ENTER button. 3 Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select "Position", then press the ENTER button. 4 Press the - Samsung PL-50D4H | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 54
Selecting a Signal Source (Antenna or Cable) for PIP If the PIP source is TV while PIP is ON, you can select a different broadcasting source for the PIP picture from the main picture. 1 Press the MENU button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select "Picture", then press the ENTER button. 2 Press the ▲ or - Samsung PL-50D4H | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 55
Changing the PIP Channel 1 Press the MENU button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select "Picture", then press the ENTER button. ➤ Quick way to change the PIP channel: Just press the "CH " or "CH " button under the cover of the remote control. 2 Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select "PIP", then press the - Samsung PL-50D4H | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 56
Setting the My Control Color Mode My Color Control Modes: My Color Control allows users to adjust colors to according to their preferences, by adjusting skin, sky, and grass tones using the predefined settings (Standard, Custom, Blue, Green, Pink) without affecting other colors on the screen. Using - Samsung PL-50D4H | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 57
My Color Control Mode Characteristics Using My Color Control Mode, you can enjoy vivid colors as shown below. Original Blue ➤ Standard Picture. Green ➤ Emphasizes Clear Blues. Pink ➤ Emphasizes Mild Greens. ➤ Emphasizes Warm Skin Colors. Note • Images shown above may differ from the actual - Samsung PL-50D4H | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 58
Setting the My Control Color Mode My Color Control Custom Settings Users can adjust the 3 My Color Control colors (Pink, Green, and Blue). 1 Press the MENU button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select "Picture", then press the ENTER button. 2 Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select "My Color Control", then - Samsung PL-50D4H | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 59
Resetting the My Color Control Colors to the Factory Defaults To return to the factory default settings for My Color Control colors, use the Reset function. 1 Press the MENU button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select "Picture", then press the ENTER button. 2 Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select "My - Samsung PL-50D4H | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 60
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PLASMA DISPLAY PANEL Sound Control Customizing the Sound 62 Using Automatic Sound Settings 63 Choosing a Multi-Channel Sound (MTS)Soundtrack 64 Using the Auto Volume 65 Setting the TruSurround XT 66 Listening to the Sound of the Sub(PIP) Picture 67 Selecting the Internal Mute 68 - Samsung PL-50D4H | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 62
TV Sound Mode : Custom √ Custom √ MTS : Stereo √ Auto Volume : Off √ SRS TSXT : Stereo √ Internal Mute : Off √ Move Enter Return TV Custom 0 R L 100 300 1K 3K 10K Adjust Move Return 4 Press the MENU button to exit. ➤ If you make any changes to the equalizer settings, the - Samsung PL-50D4H | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 63
Using Automatic Sound Settings 1 Press the MENU button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select "Sound", then press the ENTER button. 2 Press the ENTER button to select "Mode". 3 Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select "Standard", "Music", "Movie", "Speech" or "Custom" sound setting, then press the ENTER - Samsung PL-50D4H | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 64
Choosing a Multi-Channel Sound (MTS) Soundtrack Depending on the particular program being broadcast, you can listen to stereo, mono, or a Separate Audio Program. (SAP audio is usually a foreign-language translation. Sometimes SAP has unrelated information like news or weather.) 1 Press the MENU - Samsung PL-50D4H | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 65
Using the Auto Volume Each broadcasting station has its own signal conditions, which can make it necessary to adjust the volume every time the channel is changed. "Auto volume" lets you automatically adjust the volume of the desired channel by lowering the sound output when the modulation signal is - Samsung PL-50D4H | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 66
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. - Samsung PL-50D4H | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 67
Listening to the Sound of the Sub(PIP) Picture When the PIP feature is activated, you can listen to the sound of the sub picture. 1 Press the MENU button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select "Picture", then press the ENTER button. 2 Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select "PIP", then press the ENTER button - Samsung PL-50D4H | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 68
Selecting the Internal Mute The internal speakers can be muted in order to hear sound from external speakers you've connected. 1 Press the MENU button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select "Sound", then press the ENTER button. 2 Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select "Internal Mute", then press the ENTER - Samsung PL-50D4H | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 69
PLASMA DISPLAY PANEL Channel Control Fine Tuning Channels 70 LNA (Low Noise Amplifier 71 - Samsung PL-50D4H | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 70
Fine Tuning Channels Use fine tuning to manually adjust a particular channel for optimal reception. 1 Press the MENU button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select "Channel", then press the ENTER button. 2 Press the ▲ or ▼ - Samsung PL-50D4H | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 71
LNA (Low Noise Amplifier) If the TV is operating in a weak-signal area, sometimes the LNA function can improve the reception (a low-noise preamplifier boosts the incoming signal). 1 Press the MENU button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select "Channel", then press the ENTER button. 2 Press the ▲ or ▼ - Samsung PL-50D4H | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 72
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PLASMA DISPLAY PANEL Connecting a PC and Operation Connecting a PC 74 Adjusting the PC Screen 78 Changing the Position of the Image 79 Picture Quality Adjustment 80 Information 83 - Samsung PL-50D4H | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 74
Connecting a PC Connection to a Macintosh computer may require an adapter. PDP Power Plug PC Cable DVI Cable or Audio Cable Use a DVI-D connection cable. (sold separately) DVI jack (The actual configuration on your PC may be different, depending on the model.) PC Audio Cable Connecting a - Samsung PL-50D4H | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 75
Pin Configuration D-Sub Cable • 15Pin Signal Cable (based on protruded pin) DVI-D Cable (Digital-Only Connector) Setting up Your PDP (Plug and Play) Our adoption of the new VESA Plug and Play solution eliminates complicated and time consuming setup. It allows you to install your monitor in a Plug - Samsung PL-50D4H | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 76
screens look different, the same, basic set-up information will apply in almost all cases. (If not, contact your computer manufacturer or Samsung Dealer.) On the windows screen, select in the following sequence : Start ➝ Settings ➝ Control Panel. When the control panel screen appears, click on - Samsung PL-50D4H | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 77
• When this PDP is used as a PC display, 32-bit color is supported. • Depending on the manufacturer, your PC display screen might appear different. (and depending on your particular version of Windows.) Check your PC instruction book for information about connecting your PC to a PDP. • If a vertical - Samsung PL-50D4H | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 78
to change, then press the ENTER button. Press the œ or √ button to change the value of the item, using the on-screen gauge as your guide. Move Enter Return R 50 4 Press the MENU button to exit. 78 - Samsung PL-50D4H | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 79
Changing the Position of the Image After connecting the PDP to your PC, adjust the position of the screen if it is not well-aligned. Preset: • Press the SOURCE button to select "PC." 1 Press the MENU button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select "Setup", then press the ENTER button. 2 Press the ▲ or ▼ - Samsung PL-50D4H | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 80
Picture Quality Adjustment Picture Automatic Adjustment Preset: • Press the SOURCE button to select "PC". 1 Press the MENU button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select "Setup", then press the ENTER button. 2 Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select "PC", then press the ENTER button. TV Setup Language : - Samsung PL-50D4H | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 81
Coarse Adjustment Preset: • Press the SOURCE button to select "PC". 1 Press the MENU button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select "Setup", then press the ENTER button. 2 Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select "PC", then press the ENTER button. TV Setup Language : English Time Caption Digital NR : - Samsung PL-50D4H | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 82
Fine Tuning (Fine) Preset: • Press the SOURCE button to select "PC". 1 Press the MENU button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select "Setup", then press the ENTER button. 2 Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select "PC", then press the ENTER button. TV Setup Language : English Time Caption Digital NR : - Samsung PL-50D4H | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 83
Information Preset: • Press the SOURCE button to select "PC". 1 Press the MENU button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select "Setup", then press the ENTER button. 2 Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select "PC", then press the ENTER button. TV Setup Language : English Time Caption Digital NR : On V- - Samsung PL-50D4H | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 84
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PLASMA DISPLAY PANEL Time Setting Setting the Clock 86 Setting the Sleep Timer 87 Setting the Timers 88 - Samsung PL-50D4H | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 86
Setting the Clock 1 Press the MENU button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select "Setup", then press the ENTER button. 2 Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select "Time", then press the ENTER button. TV Setup Language : English Time Caption Digital NR : On V-Chip Miscellaneous PC Color Weakness : - Samsung PL-50D4H | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 87
Setting the Sleep Timer You can set your PDP to automatically turn off after a preset interval. 1 Press the MENU button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select "Setup", then press the ENTER button. TV ➤ Quick way to access the sleep timer setting: Just press the "SLEEP" button on the remote control. - Samsung PL-50D4H | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 88
Setting the Timers This PDP can be set to turn on or off automatically at specific times that you choose. Before using the timers, you must set the PDP's clock, as described previously. 1 Press the MENU button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select "Setup", then press the ENTER button. 2 Press the ▲ or - Samsung PL-50D4H | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 89
6 Press the √ button to select "Channel", then press the ▲ or ▼ button to select the channel you want when PDP turns on. TV On Timer Hour Minute am/pm 12 00 am Channel Volume Activation Air 3 10 Off Adjust Move Return 7 Press the √ button to select "Volume", then press the ▲ or ▼ button - Samsung PL-50D4H | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 90
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PLASMA DISPLAY PANEL Function Description Selecting a Menu Language 92 Digital Noise Reduction 93 Selecting the Film Mode 94 Using the Color Weakness Enhancement Option 95 Setting the Melody Sound 96 Setting the Blue Screen 97 Viewing Closed Captions 98 Using the V-Chip 99 - Samsung PL-50D4H | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 92
: Off Move Enter Return TV Configuration Langue : FrEanngçalisish Heure Français Sous-titres Réduct. bruit num. : MEasrpcahñeol puce V Divers PC Faibl. couleurs : Arrêt Dépl Entrée Retour 92 - Samsung PL-50D4H | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 93
Digital Noise Reduction If the broadcast signal received by your TV is weak, you can activate the Digital Noise Reduction feature to help reduce any static and ghosting that may appear on the screen. 1 Press the MENU button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select "Setup", then press the ENTER button. 2 - Samsung PL-50D4H | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 94
Picture Mode Custom Color Tone Color Control Film Mode Size PIP ▼ More : Custom : Normal : Off Off : 16:9On Move Enter Return Note • Film mode is supported in TV, VIDEO, S-VIDEO and COMPONENT 480i. 94 - Samsung PL-50D4H | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 95
Using the Color Weakness Enhancement Option This option adjusts the Red, Blue or Green color to enhance the image according to the user's particular color weakness. 1 Press the MENU button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select "Setup", then press the ENTER button. 2 Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select " - Samsung PL-50D4H | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 96
Setting the Melody Sound You can set a melody to sound when the television is powered on or off. 1 Press the MENU button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select "Setup", then press the ENTER button. 2 Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select "Miscellaneous", then press the ENTER button. TV Setup Language - Samsung PL-50D4H | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 97
Setting the Blue Screen If no signal is being received or the signal is very weak, a blue screen automatically replaces the noisy picture background. If you wish to continue viewing the poor picture, you must set the "Blue Screen" mode to "Off". 1 Press the MENU button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to - Samsung PL-50D4H | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 98
Viewing Closed Captions Your TV decodes and displays the closed captions that are broadcast with certain TV shows. These captions are usually subtitles for the hearing impaired or foreign language translations. All VCRs record the closed caption signal from television programs, so home-recorded - Samsung PL-50D4H | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 99
Using the V-Chip 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. Note: When the V-chip feature is activated, the PIP and auto channel program - Samsung PL-50D4H | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 100
PIN Return TV V-Chip V-Chip Lock : Off Off TV Parental Guidelines On MPAA Rating Change PIN 4 Press the MENU button to exit. Move Enter Return 100 - Samsung PL-50D4H | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 101
How to Set up Restrictions using the "TV Parental Guidelines" First, set up a personal identification number (PIN), and enable the V-Chip. (See previous section.) Parental restrictions can be set up using either of two methods: The TV guidelines or the MPAA rating. 1 Press the MENU button. Press - Samsung PL-50D4H | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 102
5 At this point, one of the TV-Ratings is selected. Press the ENTER button. Depending on your existing TV setup, a symbol will be selected. (Blank = Unblocked, = Blocked) TV Parental Guidelines While " " is selected, press the ENTER button to block or unblock the category. To select a different - Samsung PL-50D4H | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 103
How to Set up Restrictions using the MPAA Ratings: G, PG, 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 - Samsung PL-50D4H | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 104
How to Reset the TV after the V-Chip Blocks a Channel ("Emergency Escape") 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: 1 Press the ENTER button. Received Rating : TV-PG This channel is blocked by V-Chip. - Samsung PL-50D4H | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 105
PLASMA DISPLAY PANEL Appendix Troubleshooting 106 Care and Maintenance 107 Specifications 108 - Samsung PL-50D4H | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 106
Troubleshooting Before you call a service technician, please scan this list of problems and possible solutions. It may save you time and money. Problem Poor picture. Your Remote control does not operate the PDP. The PDP won't turn on. There is no screen image. The image is too light - Samsung PL-50D4H | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 107
Care and Maintenance With proper care, your PDP will give you many years of service. Please follow these guidelines to get the maximum performance from your PDP. Identifying Problems • Do not put the PDP near extremely hot, cold, humid or dusty places. • Do not put the PDP near appliances that - Samsung PL-50D4H | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 108
of Pixels Screen Size ANTENNA input VIDEO input AUDIO input Monitor Output Speaker Output PL-50D4H 1205.5 (W) X 81.5 (D) X 725 (H) mm / 47.47 (W) X 3.21 (D) X 28.54 (H) inches 41.7 kg (Without Stand) / 91.9 lbs 100 - 240 V~, 50/60 Hz 1366 (H) x 768 (V) 127 Cm/50 inches (16:9) VHF, UHF (75 - Samsung PL-50D4H | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 109
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PL-50D4H
This device is a Class B digital apparatus.