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- Samsung PN50C6500TF | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 1
www.samsung.com U.S.A 1-800-SAMSUNG (726-7864) www.samsung.com Address Samsung Electronics Canada Inc., Customer Service 55 Standish Court Mississauga, Ontario L5R 4B2 Canada Samsung Electronics America, Inc. 85 Challenger Road Ridgefield Park, NJ 07660-2112 Plasma TV user manual © 2010 Samsung - Samsung PN50C6500TF | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 2
. For the location of a SAMSUNG Authorized Service Center, please call toll-free: - In the United States : 1-800-SAMSUNG (1-800-726-7864) - In Canada : 1-800-SAMSUNG User Instructions • Screen Image retention Do not display a still image (such as on a video game) on the plasma display panel for more - Samsung PN50C6500TF | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 3
Internet@TV 42 Setting up Internet@TV 43 Using the Internet@TV service 45 PROFILE Widget 47 Widget Gallery 47 Troubleshooting for Internet@TV 48 yy AllShare 49 About AllShare 49 Setting Up AllShare 49 Other Information yy Installing the Wall Mount 51 yy Assembling the Cables 52 - Samsung PN50C6500TF | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 4
(AAA x 2) yy Owner's Instructions yy Cleaning Cloth (BN63-01798B) yy Warranty Card / Safety Guide / Quick Setup Guide (M4 X L10) Blanking Bracket & Screw (1EA) (50 inches: BN63-06481A) (58 inches: BN63-06485A) Cable Tie (BN61-05596A) Holder-Ring (4EA) Ferrite Core for Power Cord (1EA) (3301 - Samsung PN50C6500TF | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 5
Getting Started Install the Stand Stand (1EA) s s s s s Guide Stand (1EA) Follow the steps below to connect the TV to the stand. (50 inch model only) Screws (M4 X L12) Guide Stand Stand s s s s s Top view Front Rear Rear 1. Connect the Guide Stand to the Stand using five screws (M4 - Samsung PN50C6500TF | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 6
depending on the model. Remote control sensor Power Indicator Speakers Remote control sensor SOURCEE MENU y z Power Indicator P (Power) Aim the remote control towards this spot on the TV. Toggles between all the available input sources. In the on-screen menu, use this button as you would use - Samsung PN50C6500TF | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 7
button set to ON will reduce the battery usage time.) Returns to the previous channel. Cuts off the sound temporarily. Changes channels. Displays the channel list on the screen (p. 13). Link to various internet services (p. 42). Displays information on the TV screen. Selects the on-screen menu items - Samsung PN50C6500TF | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 8
DST (Daylight Saving Time) mode and time zone. yy Manual: Allows you to manually set the current date and time (p. 20). 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. If You Want to Reset This - Samsung PN50C6500TF | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 9
Using an HDMI or HDMI/DVI cable: HD connection (up to 1080p) We recommend using the HDMI connection for the best quality HD picture. Available devices: DVD, Blu-ray player, HD cable box, HD STB (Set-Top-Box) satellite receiver HDMI Cable (Not Supplied) Device HDMI OUT Device R W HDMI to DVI - Samsung PN50C6500TF | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 10
-ray player / cable box / STB (Set-Top-Box) satellite receiver and is connected to the TV via HDMI, only 2 CH TV and adjust the volume level with the Amplifier's volume control. Using an EX-Link Cable Connection Available Devices: External devices that support EX-Link EX-LINK: Connector for service - Samsung PN50C6500TF | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 11
900 1440 x 900 1680 x 1050 1280 x 720 1280 x 1024 1920 x 1080p Horizontal Frequency (KHz) 31.469 31.469 35.000 49.726 68.681 25.175 31.500 31.500 40.000 50.000 49.500 65.000 75.000 HDMI/DVI cable connection, you must use the HDMI IN 1(DVI) jack. xx The interlace mode is not supported. xx The set - Samsung PN50C6500TF | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 12
Display) The access step may differ depending on the selected menu. 1 MENUm 2 ▲/▼ 3 ENTERE 4 ▲/▼ 5 ◄/► 6 ENTERE 7 EXITe The main menu options appear on the screen: Picture, Sound, Channel, Setup, Input, Application, Support. Select an icon with the ▲ or ▼ button. Press ENTERE to access the sub - Samsung PN50C6500TF | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 13
→ Channel List → ENTERE Channel List Add, delete or set Favorite channels and use the program guide for digital broadcasts. OO MENUm → Channel → Channel List → ENTERE Select a channel in the All Channels, Added Channels, Favorite or Programmed screen by pressing the ▲ / ▼ and ENTERE buttons. Then - Samsung PN50C6500TF | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 14
. 3. Press the ENTERE button. ✎✎This function is only available in Cable mode. Channel List Channel List Option Menu Set each channel using the Channel List menu options (Add / Delete, Timer Viewing, Select All / Deselect All). Option menu items may differ depending on the channel status. 1. Select - Samsung PN50C6500TF | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 15
This adjusts 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 except the volume button to turn on the screen. Until the screen turns on again, a distorted picture will be displayed for about - Samsung PN50C6500TF | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 16
when the external input is set to HDMI or Component. ✎✎ Some external devices may not support this function. Picture Options OO MENUm → Picture → Picture Options → ENTERE ✎✎In PC mode, you can only make changes to the Color Tone, Size and Screen Burn Protection. Picture Options Color Tone Size - Samsung PN50C6500TF | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 17
) xx Settings can be adjusted and stored for each external device you have connected to an input on the TV. Input Source ATV, AV, Component (480i, 480p) DTV(1080i), Component (1080i, 1080p), HDMI (720p, 1080i, 1080p) PC Picture Size 16:9, Zoom1, Zoom2, 4:3 16:9, 4:3, Wide Fit, Screen Fit 16 - Samsung PN50C6500TF | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 18
values/positions and fine tune the settings automatically. ✎✎Not available when connecting with an HDMI/DVI cable. Screen ■■ Coarse / Fine: Removes or reduces picture noise. If the noise is not removed by Fine-tuning alone, then adjust the frequency as best as possible (Coarse) and Finetune again - Samsung PN50C6500TF | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 19
settings will be limited. ✎✎When Speaker Select is set to External Speaker xx TV Speaker: Off , External Speaker: On ✎✎When Speaker Select is set to TV Speaker xx TV Dolby Digital. ■■ Audio Delay: Correct audio-video sync problems, when watching TV or video, and when listening to digital audio output - Samsung PN50C6500TF | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 20
~Fri, Mon~Sat, Sat~Sun or Manual to set at you convenience. If you select Manual, you can set up the day you want to activate the timer. ✎✎ The c mark indicates the day is selected. ✎✎Auto Power Off (available only when the TV is turned on by the Timer): The TV will be automatically turned off after - Samsung PN50C6500TF | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 21
user must enter a PIN (personal identification number) before any of the V-Chip restrictions are set up or changed. ✎✎ NOTE xx V-Chip is not available in HDMI, Component or PC mode. xx The default PIN number of a new TV set , the Downloadable U.S. Rating menu is deactivated. xx Parental restriction - Samsung PN50C6500TF | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 22
) → MUTE → 8 → 2 → 4 → POWER (on) ¦¦ Other Features OO MENUm → Setup → ENTERE Menu Language Set the menu language. 1. Select Menu Language and press the ENTERE button. 2. Choose desired language and press the ENTERE button. ✎✎Choose between English, Español and Français. Caption (On-Screen Text - Samsung PN50C6500TF | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 23
Available when connecting Samsung products that support BD Wise through a HDMI cable. ■■ Menu Transparency (Bright / Dark): Set the Transparency of the menu. ■■ Melody (Off / Low / Medium / High): Set so that a melody plays when the TV is turned on or off. ¦¦ Picture In Picture (PIP) PIP t You can - Samsung PN50C6500TF | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 24
Adjust your antenna to increase signal strength. ■■ Troubleshooting: If the TV seems to have a problem, refer to this description. ✎✎ If none of these troubleshooting tips apply, contact the Samsung customer service center. Software Upgrade Software Upgrade can be performed by network connection or - Samsung PN50C6500TF | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 25
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 PN50C6500TF | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 26
of the screen. 2. In the pop-up menu that appears, click Status. 3. On the dialog that appears, click the Support tab. 4. On the Support Tab, click the Details button. The Network connection values are displayed. How to set up manually To set up your TV's cable network connection manually, follow - Samsung PN50C6500TF | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 27
than the systems listed below, it will not work with the TV. xx If you select the Pure High-throughput (Greenfield) 802.11N mode and set your AP's Security Encryption type to WEP, TKIP or TKIPAES (WPS2Mixed), your Samsung TV will not support the connection in compliance with new Wi-Fi certification - Samsung PN50C6500TF | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 28
), auto configuration, or manual configuration. ✎✎To use this function, you must set SWL (Samsung Wireless Link) to Off in the TV's on-screen menu. ✎✎You can check for equipment that supports Samsung Auto Configuration on www.samsung.com. How to set up using Samsung Auto Configuration 1. Place the - Samsung PN50C6500TF | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 29
set up using PBC (WPS) If your router has a PBC (WPS) button, follow these steps: 1. Connect your TV to Samsung Wireless LAN Adapter as described in the previous section. 2. Turn on your TV, press the MENU appears, go to Step 6. If the Network Connecting Screen appears, go to Step 10. 6. Press the ▲ - Samsung PN50C6500TF | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 30
click the Network icon on the bottom right of the screen. 2. In the pop-up menu, click Status. 3. On the dialog that appears, click the Support tab. 4. On the Support tab, click the Details button. The Network settings are displayed. How to set up manually To enter the Network connection values - Samsung PN50C6500TF | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 31
the 5 Ghz band are not supported. SWL connect You can directly connect the TV to a Samsung device that supports PBC (WPS). ✎✎This function is available when SWL (Samsung Wireless Link) is set to On. ✎✎To use the SWL (Samsung Wireless Link) function, connect the Samsung Wireless LAN Adpater to the - Samsung PN50C6500TF | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 32
pictures, music and videos saved on your PC through a network connection in the Media Play mode. ✎ If you want to use Media Play to play files saved on your PC over your TV, you should download "PC Share Manager" and the users manual from "www.samsung.com." PC LAN External Modem (ADSL/VDSL/Cable TV - Samsung PN50C6500TF | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 33
recognized or may malfunction. xx If the TV has been no input during time set in Auto Protection Time, the Screensaver will run. xx The power-saving mode of some external hard disk drives may be released automatically when connected to the TV. xx If a USB extension cable is used, the USB device may - Samsung PN50C6500TF | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 34
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 Preference): Sets the file preference. (not supported in press the ENTERE button in the Media Play menu. 2. Press the button to select the - Samsung PN50C6500TF | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 35
Restrictions ✎✎ NOTE xx If there are problems with the contents of a codec, the codec will not be supported. xx If the information for a supported. • Only Samsung Techwin MJPEG is supported. • H.263 is not supported. Audio Decoder • Supports up to WMA 7, 8, 9, STD • WMA 9 PRO does not support - Samsung PN50C6500TF | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 36
✎✎ The Blue button is available when resuming play. ✎✎ If the Continuous Movie Play Help function is set to On in the Settings menu, a pop playing MP3 files, adjust the Equalizer in the Sound menu. (An over-modulated MP3 file may cause a sound problem.) Creating My Playlist 1. Press the button to - Samsung PN50C6500TF | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 37
select Photos, then press the ENTERE button in the Media Play menu. 2. Press the button to select the desired photo in the during the Slide Show if the Background Music is set to On. ✎✎The BGM Mode cannot be Functions Sorting the file list Press the Blue button in the file list to sort the - Samsung PN50C6500TF | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 38
when stream-type files which support multiple audio formats are played. You can start or stop a slide show. You can select the slide show speed during the slide show. You can set and select background music when watching a slide show. You can zoom into images in full screen mode. You can rotate - Samsung PN50C6500TF | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 39
connect to a Samsung Home Theater TV Rear Panel Optical Cable (Not Supplied) Home Theater Anynet+ Device 1 Anynet+ Device 2, 3, 4 HDMI cable (Not Supplied) HDMI cable (Not Supplied) HDMI cable (Not Supplied) 1. Connect the HDMI IN (1(DVI), 2, 3 or 4) jack on the TV and the HDMI OUT jack of - Samsung PN50C6500TF | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 40
to the TV are listed. ✎✎ If you cannot find a device you want, press the Red button to refresh the list. 2. Select a device and press the ENTERE button. You can switch to the selected device. ✎✎ The Device List menu will only appear when you set Anynet+ (HDMI-CEC) to On in the Application menu. xx - Samsung PN50C6500TF | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 41
+ (HDMI-CEC) is set to On in the Anynet+ setup menu. • Search Anynet+ devices again. • You can connect an Anynet+ device using the HDMI cable only. Some HDMI cables may not support Anynet+ functions. • If connection is terminated because there has been a power interruption or the HDMI cable has - Samsung PN50C6500TF | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 42
Started with Internet@TV @TV INTERNET Internet@TV brings useful and entertaining contents and services directly from the web to your TV. O MENUm → Application → Content View → Internet@TV → ENTERE Screen Display Recommended My Applications by Date 1/1 Samsung Apps Settings Login B Mark as - Samsung PN50C6500TF | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 43
the remote control. ✎✎ When login succeeds, User account will be displayed on the screen. ¦¦ Setting up Internet@TV ■■ System Setup Ticker Autorun (Off / On): You can set Ticker Autorun to come on when powering on the TV. ✎✎ The Ticker application provides useful News, News, Weather, Stock Market - Samsung PN50C6500TF | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 44
Internet@TV ID Before creating a User account, you should download application first on the Samsung Apps. 1. Using the button, select Settings. Then press the ENTERE button. 2. Press the ▼ button to select Internet@TV ID, then press the ENTERE or ► button. 3. Select Create. The Keypad screen will - Samsung PN50C6500TF | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 45
Red (Login): To log in to the internet service. xx B Green (Thumbnail View): To change the view mode. xx Blue (Sort by): To sort the applications by Featured, Most downloaded, Most recent or Name. xx R Return: Moves to previous menu. Using the Samsung Apps by category The following categories are - Samsung PN50C6500TF | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 46
TV for the first time, you will be prompted to configure the basic settings. ✎ Depending on your country's regulations, some applications may have limited service or not be supported. Screen logo and Current menu. Contents List : The current selection is highlighted in blue. Displays the current - Samsung PN50C6500TF | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 47
8 → EXIT → POWER (off) → POWER (on) → YAHOO! (If Yahoo Service is displayed on the TV Screen, You should stop the Yahoo Service using EXIT button in advance). yy From the Administrative Controls menu you can: -- Configure the Screen Saver timeout to avoid screen burn-in. -- Create Owner PIN and set - Samsung PN50C6500TF | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 48
Advanced Features ¦¦ Troubleshooting for Internet@TV Problem Some application contents only appear in English. How can I change the language? Some application services do not work. When a network error occurs, I can only use the setting menu. Possible Solution The Application content language may - Samsung PN50C6500TF | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 49
, you can use your TV for browsing web pages in your mobile phones. ✎✎For more information, visit "www.samsung.com" or contact the Samsung call center. Mobile devices may need additional software installation. For details, refer to each device's user's guide. ¦¦ Setting Up AllShare Setup ■■ Message - Samsung PN50C6500TF | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 50
Simply Before you can use this feature, you must connect to a Samsung mobile phone that supports ScreenShare functions. When operating the TV with your mobile phone, only the POWER, y, z and MUTE buttons are supported. ✎✎Even if you keep pressing down on a control button (channel or volume) on the - Samsung PN50C6500TF | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 51
TV on the wall. For detailed information on installing the wall mount, see the instructions provided with the wall mount. Contact a technician for assistance when installing the wall mount bracket. Samsung detailed installation manual and all parts necessary for assembly inside of the TV set. xx For - Samsung PN50C6500TF | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 52
a problem with the product or an injury due to the product falling. ✎✎The appearance may differ depending on the product. ✎✎Be careful when you contact the TV because some parts can be somewhat hot. Installation with a stand. Installation with a wall-mount. 4 inches 4 inches 4 inches 4 inches - Samsung PN50C6500TF | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 53
anti fall device as described below. The TV-Holder Kit (Sold Separately): The parts below are included in the TV Holder kit. In addition, you need to purchase the TV-Holder Kit, contact Samsung Customer Care -- In the United States: 1-800-SAMSUNG (1-800-726-7864) -- In Canada: 1-800-SAMSUNG (1-800- - Samsung PN50C6500TF | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 54
Information 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 "www.samsung.com," then click on Support, or call Samsung customer service at 1-800-SAMSUNG. Issues Poor picture The TV image - Samsung PN50C6500TF | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 55
failed. Software Upgrade over the network fails. Others Purple/green rolling horizontal bars and buzzing noise from the TV speakers with Component cable connection. The picture won't display in full screen. The remote control does not work. Solutions and Explanations • Make sure the AC power cord - Samsung PN50C6500TF | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 56
the TV. Refer to the Cable/Set user manual for the SAMSUNG TV code. A "Mode Not Supported" message appears. • Check the supported resolution of the TV, and adjust the external device's output resolution accordingly. Refer to the resolution settings on page 11 of this manual. Caption on TV menu is - Samsung PN50C6500TF | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 57
Screen Size (Diagonal) Sound (Output) Dimensions (WxDxH) Body With Stand Weight Without Stand With Stand 1920 x 1080 50°F to 104°F (10°C to 40°C) 10% to 80%, non-condensing -4°F to 113°F (-20°C to 45°C) 5% to 95%, non-condensing -20˚ ~ 20˚ PN50C6400 / PN50C6500 PN58C6400 / PN58C6500 50 inches - Samsung PN50C6500TF | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 58
50.7 28.6 24.4 33.2 35.9 ■■ Jack panel detail / Rear view (Unit: inches) 7 8 1.4 11.4 1.4 13.2 1 2 3 4 56 (Unit: inches) Model name 1 2 3 4 5 6 PN50C6400 / PN50C6500 TV. Not responsible for typographical or printed errors. © 2010 Samsung Electronics America, Inc 58 English - Samsung PN50C6500TF | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 59
Frequency H HDMI Home Theater I Installation Space Internet@TV L Language License M Media Play Melody Menu Transparency Mono Music N Navigate Network Connection Network Setup O ON/OFF button Optimal resolution P Password Photos Picture Size PIP (Picture in Picture) Plug & Play Power Indicator 7, 13 - Samsung PN50C6500TF | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 60
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