Contents Channel Preference Features Other Information • Memorizing channels 1 • Executing initial setup 69 • Viewing the e-Manual 118 • Using Channel menu 6 • Setting the Time 70 • Using Self Diagnosis 119 • Blocking Programs 18 • Using the Sleep Timer 72 • Updating the Software 122 • Other Features 29 • Setting the On/Off Timer 73 • Changing the Use Mode 125 • Economical Solutions 78 • Viewing Contact Samsung 126 • Other Features 80 • Using the Sports Mode 127 • Using t
❑❑ 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.
■■ 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 Cable by highlighting, and then pressing ENTERE.
. 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 channels are stored, Auto Program removes scrambled ◀ channels. When done, the Auto Program menu then reappears. This process can take up to 30 minutes.
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 start channel search again. NN Select Scan Again, and then press the ENTERE button to restart channel search.
■■ 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 to Air.
❑❑ 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 Favorites 1-5. Press the ►(Mode) button to change the channel mode. NN When you press the CH LIST button, the Channel List screen is displayed at ▶ once.
Channel Mode ●● Air / Cable: 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 channels, arranged in up to five groups. ◀ Each group has a separate screen. NN The TV displays Favorites 1-5 only if you have added favorites using ▶ Edit Favorites. ●● Added Ch.: Show all added channels.
■■ Schedule Manager OO MENUm → Broadcasting → Schedule Manager → ENTERE You can schedule a channel to be displayed 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 function in the System menu to use this function. ◀ 1. Select Schedule on the Schedule Manager screen, and then press the ENTERE button. The Schedule Viewing menu appears. 2.
●● Repeat: Select Once, Manual, Sat~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 when you select Once in Repeat. ●● Start Time: You can set the start time you want. NN If you want to edit or cancel a scheduled viewing, select the scheduled ◀ viewing on Schedule Manager. Then, press the ENTERE button and select Edit or Remove.
■■ 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 ▲/▼ buttons to select a channel, and then press the ENTERE button. The (c) mark indicates the channel you’ve selected. NN You can select more than one channel. NN Press ENTERE button again to deselect the channel. 3. Press the { (Delete) button.
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 Channel List. NN A gray-colored channel indicates the channel has been deleted from the Channel List. 3. Select a deleted channel, and then press the { (Add) button.
NN Using the colored and function buttons with the Edit Channel. ●● { Yellow (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 channels at ◀ once. ●● (Go To): Goes directly to a channel when you press channel numbers (0~9). ●● 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 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 mode you select is displayed. –– Edit Favorites: Go to Edit Favorites screen directly. –– Rename Channel (analog channels only): Lets you assign a name of ◀ up to five characters to a channel.
■■ 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 ▲/▼ buttons to select a channel, and then press the ENTERE button. 3. Choose a specific favorite list among Favorites 1-5 using the b (Change Fav.) button, and then press the { (Add) button.
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 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 you want to change the favorite channel order, press the a (Change order) button and change the order using the ▲/▼ buttons.
NN Using the colored and function buttons with Edit Favorites. ●● a Red (Category / Change order) –– Category: Changes the channel mode to All, Added Ch., Recently Viewed, or Mostly Viewed, and then displays the selected channel mode. –– Change order: Changes the favorite channel order. –– E (Done): Completes changing the channel order. ◀ ●● b Green (Change Fav.): Changes the displayed favorite list. ●● { Yellow (Add / Delete) –– Add: Adds selected channels to Favorites 1-5.
●● (Go To): Goes directly to a channel when you press channel numbers (0~9). ●● k (Page): Moves to next or previous page. ●● T (Tools): Displays the option menu. The option menu items that appear may differ depending on the channel status and type. –– Copy to Favorites: Edits the selected favorite channel in Favorites 1-5. You can add to or delete from favorite lists. ◀ –– –– –– –– Rename Favorites: Lets you assign names to favorite channels. Antenna: Selects the broadcasting signal, air or cable.
❑❑ 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 appears before the setup screen appears. NN Enter a 4-digit PIN. The default PIN is 0-0-0-0. Change the PIN using the Change PIN option.
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.
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 To unblock a category, click the lock. To unblock all the categories in a row, click the lock under ALL. NN To watch a blocked program, you must enter the Security code when ◀ requested.
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 locks and the following ratings categories: –– G: General audience (no restrictions). / PG: Parental guidance suggested. ◀ / PG-13: Parents strongly cautioned. / R: Restricted.
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 you block the PG-13 category, then R, NC-17 and X will automatically be blocked also. NN To unblock a category, click the lock.
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 children 8 years and over to watch on their own. / G: General programming, suitable for all audiences. / PG: Parental Guidance.
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 example, if you block the G category, then PG, 14+ and 18+ will automatically be blocked. NN To unblock a category, click the lock.
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 own. / 13 ans+: Programming may not be suitable for children under the age of 13. / 16 ans+: Programming is not suitable for children under the age of 16. / 18 ans+: Programming restricted to adults.
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. For example, if you block the 8 ans+ category, then 13 ans+, 16 ans+ and 18 ans+ will automatically be blocked also. NN To unblock a category, click the lock.
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 you watch DTV channels. It may take several seconds. ●● The Downloadable U.S. Rating menu is available for use after information is downloaded from the broadcasting station.
●● 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 only. ●● Blocking one rating level will automatically block other categories that deal with more sensitive material. ●● The rating titles (For example: Humor Level, etc.
❑❑ Other Features ■■ Channel Settings OO MENUm → Broadcasting → Channel Settings → ENTERE ●● Fine Tune (analog channels only) ◀ If the reception is clear, you do not have to 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 are marked with an asterisk “*” on the right-hand side of the channel number in the channel banner.
●● Clear Scrambled Channel This function filters out scrambled channels after Auto Program is completed. This process may take up to 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. Press the ENTERE button. NN This function is only available in Cable mode. 3.
■■ Audio Options OO MENUm → Broadcasting → Audio Options → ENTERE ●● Preferred Language (digital channels only) Use the ▲/▼ buttons to select a language, and then press ENTERE. Digital-TV broadcasts can simultaneously transmit many audio tracks (for example, simultaneous translations of the program into foreign languages). ◀ NN You can only select a language from among the ones being broadcast.
●● Multi-Track Sound t (analog channels only) Select an option using the ▲/▼ 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 Separate Audio Program, which is usually a foreign-language translation. ◀ NN Depending on the program being broadcast, you can listen to Mono, Stereo, or SAP.
●● Visual Impaired (digital channels only) Adds a verbal description to the main audio to help the visually impaired.
■■ 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 Component or HDMI input jacks. ◀ ●● Caption Mode: You can select the desired caption mode. NN The availability of captions depends on the program being broadcasted.
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 Default, Small, Standard and Large. Font Style: Options include Default and Styles 0 to 7. ◀ Font Color: You can change the color of the letters.
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 adjusts the opacity of the caption background. Options include Default, Transparent, Translucent, Solid, and Flashing.
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 Background to the same color. You cannot set both the Font Opacity and the Background Opacity to Transparent.
❑❑ 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 ▲/▼ buttons, and then press ENTERE. NN When the TV is connected to a PC, you can only select Entertain and ◀ Standard. ●● ●● ●● ●● ●● Dynamic: Suitable for a bright room. Standard: Suitable for a normal room environment. Natural for LED TV : Provides a display that is comfortable to the eye.
❑❑ Adjusting Picture Settings ■■ Backlight for LED TV / Cell Light for PDP TV / 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 ▲/▼/◄/► buttons, and then press ENTERE. ◀ NN NOTE ●● When you make changes to Backlight / Cell Light for PDP TV , 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 Backlight for LED TV / Cell Light for PDP TV , Contrast, Brightness, and Sharpness. ●● You can adjust and store settings for each external device connected to the TV. ●● Lowering picture brightness reduces power consumption.
■■ Picture Size t OO MENUm → Picture → Picture Size → ENTERE Picture Size provides various picture size and aspect ratio options. Select an option using the ▲/▼/◄/► buttons, and then press ENTERE. ●● Picture Size: If you have a cable box or satellite receiver, it may have its own set of screen sizes as well. However, we highly recommend you use your TV’s 16:9 mode most of the time. 16:9: Sets the picture to 16:9 wide screen mode. ◀ Zoom1: Magnifies the picture moderately. Cuts off the top and sides.
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 HDMI (720p / 1080i / 1080p) or Component (1080i / 1080p) signals, displays the full image without any cut-off. ◀ Smart View 1 for LED TV : Reduces the original screen by 50%.
●● 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 Position button, and then press ENTERE. 3. Press the ▲/▼ buttons to move the picture up or down. ◀ 4. Press the ENTERE button.
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 ▲/▼/◄/► buttons to move the picture. ◀ 4. Press the ENTERE button. NN If you want to reset the pictures to its original position, select Reset in the Position screen, and then press ENTERE.
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.
■■ PIP OO MENUm → Picture → PIP → ENTERE You can watch a program whose signal has passed through the TV’s tuner and watch one external video source simultaneously. For example, if you have a cable box connected to the Cable In jack, you can use PIP to watch programs from the 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.
●● 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 the TV’s tuner will be in the PIP sub-picture window.
●● 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 choose to listen to the sound from the Main picture or the Sub picture.
❑❑ 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 ▲/▼/◄/► buttons, and then press ENTERE. NN When the TV is connected to a PC, you can only make changes to the White ◀ Balance and Gamma. ●● Dynamic Contrast: Adjusts the screen contrast. ●● Black Tone: Select the black level to adjust the screen depth. ●● Flesh Tone: Adjusts the amount of red in skin tones.
●● 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. ●● White Balance: Adjusts the color temperature of the picture so that white ◀ objects look white (instead of, for example, slightly pink or slightly yellow) and the overall color of the picture looks natural.
●● 10p White Balance: Controls the white balance by adjusting the red, green, and blue brightness over 10 specific intervals. NN 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. Interval: Select interval to adjust. Red: Adjust the red level. Green: Adjust the green level. ◀ Blue: Adjust the blue level. Reset: Resets the 10p White Balance to its default settings.
●● Expert Pattern: By running the Expert Pattern function, you can calibrate the picture without a generator or filter. If the OSD menu disappears or a menu other than the Picture menu is opened, the TV saves the calibration and the Expert Pattern window disappears. NN While the Expert Pattern is running, the TV does not output sound. NN Only enabled when you select a Component or HDMI source.
■■ Picture Options OO MENUm → Picture → Picture Options → ENTERE Select an option using the ▲/▼/◄/► 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. NN You can adjust and store settings for each external device connected to an input on the TV.
●● 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 Visualization: When you change from one analog channel to another, displays the signal strength. ◀ NN Only available for analog channels.
●● HDMI Black Level: Lets you select the black level on the screen to adjust the screen depth. NN Available only in HDMI mode (RGB signals). ●● Film Mode: Sets the TV so that it senses and then processes film signals ◀ from all sources automatically and adjusts the picture for optimum quality. NN The Cinema Smooth function is only activated when an HDMI 24Hz signal is inputted.
●● Auto Motion Plus for LED 6100 series : Enhances motion in fast moving scenes. NN The info screen on your TV displays the resolution and frequency of the incoming video signal (60Hz). This frequency is not the frequency of the picture the TV is displaying when you have Auto Motion Plus on. NN If noise occurs on the screen, please set Auto Motion Plus to Off. If Auto Motion Plus is set to Custom, you can set Blur Reduction, Judder Reduction, LED Clear Motion, or Reset manually.
●● Black optimizer for PDP TV : Deepens blacks on the screen and improves the contrast ratio. NN When the TV is connected to a PC, Black optimizer deactivated. NN When the TV is operating other features, Black optimizer is deactivated. (ex.
■■ 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.
■■ Reset Picture OO MENUm → Picture → Reset Picture → ENTERE Resets your current picture mode to its default settings.
❑❑ Changing the Preset Sound Modes ■■ Sound Mode OO MENUm → Sound → Sound Mode → ENTERE Use the ▲/▼ 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 Voice: Emphasizes voices over other sounds. Amplify: Increase the intensity of high-frequency sounds to allow a better listening experience for the hearing impaired.
❑❑ Adjusting Sound Settings ■■ Sound Effect OO MENUm → Sound → Sound Effect → ENTERE (standard sound mode only) Use the ▲/▼ 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 speakers or headphones using HRTF (Head Related Transfer Function) technology.
●● 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 default settings. NN If Speaker Select is set to External Speaker, Sound Effect is disabled.
■■ 3D Audio for PDP 4900 / LED 6100 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.
■■ 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 to your audio receiver. If this occurs, set the TV to External Speaker. ◀ NN When you set Speaker Select to External Speaker, the TV’s speakers are turned off.
NN When Speaker Select is set to External Speaker, the VOLUME and MUTE buttons will not operate and the sound settings will be limited. NN If there is no video signal, both the TV’s speakers and the external speakers will be mute. ●● Auto Volume Normal equalizes the volume level on each channel, so that when you change channels, the volume level is the same. ◀ Night equalizes and decrease the volume level on each channel, so each channel is quieter.
■■ 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 Audio output format. The available ◀ Digital Audio output format may differ depending on the input source. NN By connecting the TV to a receiver or home theater with Dolby Digital and 5.
●● 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 ◄/► buttons to adjust the slider, from 0ms ~ 250ms. Press ENTERE when done.
■■ 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.
❑❑ Executing initial setup ■■ Setup OO MENUm → System → Setup → ENTERE Configure the channels and set the 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.
❑❑ 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. ◀ Clock Mode: Set the current time manually or automatically. ●● Auto: The TV sets the current time automatically using the time from a digital channel.
Clock Set: Set the Date and Time. Select Clock Set. Select Date or Time, and then press ENTERE. Use the number buttons or the ▲/▼ buttons to enter numbers. Use the ◄/► 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. Time Zone: Select your time zone.
❑❑ 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 and 180 minutes). NN Use the ▲/▼ buttons to select a period of time, and then press ENTERE. To cancel the Sleep Timer, select Off.
❑❑ Setting the On/Off Timer OO MENUm → System → Time → On Timer Off Timer → ENTERE Set On Timer so that your TV turns on automatically at a time and on a day of your choosing. ●● On Timer: You can set up three separate On Timer 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.
Time: Set the hour, minute, am/pm. Use the number buttons or the ▲/▼ buttons to enter numbers. Use the ◄/► buttons to change entry fields. Volume: Set the desired volume level. Use the ◄/► buttons to change the volume level. Source: To select the source of the content that will play when the TV turns on. You can: ●● Select TV and have the TV display a specific air or cable channel. ●● Select USB and have the TV play back photo or audio files from a USB ◀ device.
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 Channel options will disappear. Antenna (when the Source is set to TV): Select Air or Cable. ◀ Channel (when the Source is set to TV): Select the desired channel.
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 USB device you use is assigned its own folder. When using more ◀ than one of the same type of USB device, make sure the folders assigned to each USB device have different names.
●● Off Timer: You can set up three separate Off Timer configurations. NN 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 the hour, minute, and am/pm. Use the number buttons or the ▲/▼ buttons to enter numbers. Use the ◄/► buttons to change entry fields.
❑❑ Economical Solutions ■■ Eco Solution OO MENUm → System → Eco Solution → ENTERE ●● Energy Saving: Lets you adjust the brightness of the TV in order to reduce ◀ power consumption. ●● Eco Sensor: To enhance your power savings, the picture settings will automatically adapt to the light in the room. NN If you adjust Backlight for LED TV / Cell Light for PDP TV in the Picture menu, Eco Sensor is set to Off.
Min. Backlight for LED TV / Min Cell Light for PDP TV : 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 surrounding light intensity. You can control the screen’s minimum brightness with the Min. Backlight for LED TV / Min Cell Light for PDP TV function. ●● No Signal Power Off : Sets how quickly the TV switches to standby mode if ◀ it is receiving no signal.
❑❑ 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.
■■ Auto Protection Time for LED TV OO MENUm → System → Auto Protection Time → ENTERE ●● Auto Protection Time: If the screen remains idle with a still image for a certain period of time defined by the user, the screen saver is activated to prevent the formation of ghost images on the screen.
■■ Screen Burn Protection for PDP TV OO MENUm → System → Screen Burn Protection → ENTERE To reduce the possibility of screen burn, this unit is equipped with Pixel Shift screen burn prevention technology. Pixel Shift moves the picture slightly on the screen. The Time function setting allows you to program the time between movement of the picture in minutes.
●● 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 Horizontal 0~4 (pixels) 4 Vertical 0~4 (pixels) 4 Time (minute) 1~4 min 4 min NN The Pixel Shift value may differ depending on the TV's size (in inches) and the mode.
●● 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-image removal function has to be executed for a long time (approximately 1 hour) to remove after-images on the screen effectively.
■■ Change PIN OO MENUm → System → Change PIN → ENTERE First, 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. When the Confirm screen appears, press the Close button. The TV has memorized your new PIN. NN Whenever you access the Change PIN function, the PIN input screen ◀ appears. Enter the current or default PIN.
■■ 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 disconnecting a game console and connecting another external device, set Game Mode to Off. –– If you display the TV menu in Game Mode, the screen shakes slightly.
●● 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 Sound Mode is set to Movie. ●● Panel Lock: Lock or unlock all the keys on the panel. ●● Boot Logo: Enable/disable displaying the logo while the TV starts up.
■■ 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 registration is completed. NN For more information about DivX® VOD, visit “http://vod.divx.com”.
❑❑ Using the Source List ■■ Source List OO MENUm → Applications → Source List→ ENTERE NN When you press the SOURCE button, the Source screen is displayed at once. NN You can only choose external devices that are connected 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.
❑❑ 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 of the device. Depending on how the contents is arranged, you will see either folders, individual files, or both. 5. If necessary, use the ▲/▼/◄/► buttons to select a folder, and then press the ENTERE button.
6. Select a file to view or play, and then press the ENTERE button. 7. For information about controlling playback, go to "Using Media Play" 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 screen. 9. To disconnect the USB device, go to Disconnecting a USB Device in the e-Manual.
NN The TV may not be 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. ●● Supported file systems are FAT and exFAT. ●● Certain types of USB Digital camera and audio devices may not be ◀ compatible with this TV. ●● The TV only supports sequential jpeg format. ●● The TV only supports USB Mass Storage Class (MSC) devices. MSC is a Mass Storage Class Bulk-Only Transport device.
●● Before connecting your device to the TV, please 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. The TV does not support HDDs (Hard Disk Drives) connected to the USB port. Do not disconnect the USB device while it is loading. The higher the resolution of the image, the longer it takes to display on the screen. The maximum supported JPEG resolution is 15360 x 8640 pixels.
●● MP3 files with DRM that you have downloaded from a commercial site ●● ◀ ●● ●● ●● cannot be played. Digital Rights Management (DRM) is a technology that supports the creation, distribution, and management of content in an integrated and comprehensive way, including the protection of the rights and interests of the content providers, the prevention of the illegal copying of contents, as well as managing billings and settlements. PTP connection mode is fully available only with digital cameras.
●● 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 recognized, the list of files on the device is corrupted, or a file in the list is not played, connect the USB device to a PC, re-format the device, and then copy the files onto the device again.
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 USB device from the TV, we recommend that you use the Remove USB function.
❑❑ 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. ◀ 3. The Content Type screen appears. Select Photos, Videos, or Music, and then press the ENTERE button. 4. The Content screen appears, listing the contents of the device.
4. If necessary, use the ▲/▼/◄/► buttons to select a folder, and then press the ENTERE button. 5. Select a file to view or play, and then press the ENTERE or ∂ button on your remote. 6. For information about controlling playback, go to "Playing selected files" and "Controlling Photo / Video / Music Playback" in the e-Manual. 7. Press the RETURN button to exit a current screen and go to the previous screen. Press the EXIT button to exit to the TV screen. ◀ 8.
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 until you are back at the Content Type Selection screen, and then selecting the Content Type (Photos, Videos, or Music) again.
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 ▲ button to select Options at the top right of the screen, and then select Play Selected. 2. Select the desired files. NN A check appears to the left of each selected file. NN Press the ENTERE button again to deselect the file. ◀ 3. Press the ▲ button to select Play at the top of the screen, and then press the ENTERE button.
❑❑ 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 displayed, press the TOOLS button. NN You can also use ∂/∑/∫/π/µ buttons on the remote control during playback to control playback.
Playback controls These buttons appear on the bottom of the screen when you press the ENTERE button while playing back photos or videos. Some are displayed automatically when you play a music file. ◀ Button Operation Photos Videos Music / Previous / Next ● / Start Slide Show / Stop Slide Show ● Play / Pause Mini Player* ● ● / Previous / Next Mini Player* ● ● / Rewind / Fast forward ● ● * When you set Background Music to Mini Player in Photos, these buttons appear.
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 You can set the Speed and Effects during the slide show. Zoom You can zoom into (enlarge) images in full screen mode. Rotate You can rotate images in full screen mode. Background Music / Mini Player You can set background music when watching a slide show. / You can control simple playback menus.
NN During a slide show, all files in the file list are displayed in order. NN When you press the ∂ (Play) button (or ▲ button → Options → Slide Show) on a screen displaying photos, the slide show starts immediately. NN During the slide show, you can adjust the slide show speed using π (REW) or μ (FF) button. ●● Supported Photo Formats NN For the details, refer to “Specifications” in the paper user's manual.
● Videos These buttons appear on the bottom of the screen when you press the ENTERE button while playing back videos. Button Operation Search Search Titles: You can select and start other video files directly. Search Time bar: You can search the video using the ◄ and ► buttons at one minute interval or by entering a time value directly. ◀ N The Search Time bar may not be supported depending on the input source. Repeat Mode You can automatically play movie files repeatedly.
Button Operation Settings Subtitle Settings: You can 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: You can select the picture or sound mode (Dynamic, Standard, etc./Standard, Movie, etc.) Audio Language: You can change the audio language if the video has more than one language. Information: You can see detailed information about the file being played.
NN If video time information is unknown, play time and the 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's manual.
● Music These buttons appear automatically on the bottom left of the screen when you play a music file. Button ◀ Operation Repeat You can automatically play music files repeatedly. Shuffle You can play the music files randomly. Sound Mode You can select the sound mode (Standard, Movie, etc.). N The TV only displays the files with supported music file extensions. Other file extensions are not displayed, even if they are saved on the same USB device.
Setting the Encoding language Set the encoding language if the text you want to view does not appear correctly. 1. Press the ▲ button to select Options at the top of music main screen and select Encoding. 2. Select the desired encoding language.
❑❑ Using the 3D function for PDP 4900 / LED 6100 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 3D TV such as dizziness, nausea and headaches. If you experience any such symptoms, stop viewing 3D TV, remove the 3D Active Glasses and rest.
●● A responsible adult should frequently check on children who are using the 3D function. If there are any reports of tired eyes, headaches, dizziness, or nausea, have the child stop viewing 3D TV and rest. ●● Do not use the 3D Active Glasses for other purposes (such as general eyeglasses, sunglasses, protective goggles, etc.) ●● Do not use the 3D function or 3D Active Glasses while walking or moving around.
●● The 3D Active 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 viewing distance when watching 3D pictures. Otherwise, you may not be able to enjoy proper 3D effects. ●● The ideal viewing distance is three times or more the height of the screen.
■■ 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 display products. ◀ NN Some 3D modes may not be available depending on the format of the image source.
●● 3D Mode If you want to feel the 3D effect fully, please put on the 3D Active Glasses first, and then select a 3D Mode from the list below that provides the best 3D viewing experience. 3D Mode Off Operation Off Turns the 3D function 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 image above another.
●● ●● ●● ●● 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 ”.
Supported resolutions (16:9 only) ●● HDMI Source / Frame Packing ◀ Resolution Frequency (Hz) 1280 x 720p 59.94 / 60 Hz 1920 x 1080i 59.94 / 60 Hz 1920 x 1080p 23.98 / 24 / 29.97 / 30 / 59.94 / 60 Hz 1280 x 720p 59.94 / 60 Hz 1920 x 1080i 59.94 / 60 Hz 1920 x 1080p 23.98 / 24 / 29.
●● Components & DTV Source Components DTV ◀ Resolution Frequency (Hz) 1280 x 720p 59.94 / 60 Hz 1920 x 1080i 59.94 / 60 Hz 1920 x 1080p 23.98 / 24 / 29.97 / 30 / 59.94 / 60 Hz 1280 x 720p 59.94 / 60 Hz 1920 x 1080i 59.94 / 60 Hz ●● Videos / Photos (In Media Play) For the details, refer to “Specifications” in the paper user's manual.
❑❑ Viewing the e-Manual ■■ e-Manual OO MENUm → Support → e-Manual → ENTERE You can read 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.
❑❑ Using Self Diagnosis ■■ Self Diagnosis OO MENUm → Support → Self Diagnosis → ENTERE ●● Picture Test: Use to check for picture problems. Picture test displays a high ◀ definition picture that you can examine for flaws or faults. Yes: Select Yes if the test picture does not appear or there is noise or distortion in 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 displays properly.
●● Sound Test: Use to check for sound problems. Sound test plays a built-in ◀ melody that tests both speakers. NN If you hear no sound from the TV’s speakers, make sure Speaker Select is set to TV Speaker in the Sound menu and then try the speakers again before performing the sound test. NN You will hear the melody during the test even if you have set Speaker Select to External Speaker or have muted the sound by pressing the MUTE button.
●● 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: Reset all settings to the factory defaults except network settings. NN The PIN input screen appears before the setup screen.
❑❑ Updating the Software ■■ Software Update OO MENUm → 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.com to a USB memory device, attaching the device to your TV, and then selecting Update now.
To upgrade the software, follow these steps: ◀ 1. Visit www.samsung.com. 2. Click SUPPORT on the top right of the page. 3. Enter the product's model number into the search field. As you enter the model number, a drop down will display products that match the model number. 4. Left click your product's model number in the 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.
9. Unzip the zip archive to your computer. You should have a single folder with the same name as the zip file. 10. Copy the folder to a USB flash drive. 11. In the product’s menu, go to Support → Software Update. 12. Select Update now. 13. The product searches for the software on the USB drive. When it finds the software, the Update Request pop-up appears. ◀ 14. Select OK. The product upgrades the software, turns off, and then turns on automatically.
❑❑ 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. NN If your TV has been unintentionally set to Store Demo, you can change the ◀ mode with this option. ●● Home Use: Home Use is the default setting. ●● Store Demo: Store Demo is for retail environments only.
❑❑ 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 call centers and how to download products and software.
❑❑ Using the Sports Mode ■■ Sports Mode OO MENUm → Applications → Sports Mode → ENTERE This mode provides optimized settings for watching sports. NN This functions is not available on U.S and Canada. NN When the Sports Mode is On, the picture and sound modes are set to ◀ Stadium automatically. NN If you turn the TV off while watching Sports Mode, the Sports Mode will be disable.
❑❑ Using the Wireless Network for PDP 4900 series Using a wireless router or modem and the Samsung Wireless LAN Adapter (WIS09ABGNX, WIS12ABGNX), you can connect your TV to a wireless network. NN For detailed information about the wireless network connection, refer to the paper user's manual. NN NOTE ◀ ●● If the wireless router or modem supports DHCP, your TV can use a DHCP or static IP address to connect to the wireless network.
●● You must use the “Samsung Wireless LAN Adapter” (WIS09ABGNX, ◀ WIS12ABGNX) to connect the TV to a wireless network. The Samsung Wireless LAN Adapter and the USB extension Cable are sold separately and are offered by selected retailers, E-commerce sites, and SamsungParts.com. ●● Your TV supports only the following wireless network security protocols. –– Authentication Mode: WEP, WPAPSK, WPA2PSK –– Encryption Type: WEP, TKIP, AES ●● If you select the HIGH PURE THROUGHPUT (Greenfield) 802.
●● If your router, modem, or device is not certified, it may not connect to the ◀ TV via the “Samsung Wireless LAN Adapter”. ●● Connection Methods : You can setup the wireless network connection in four ways: –– Auto Setup (Using the Auto Network Search function) –– Manual Setup –– WPS(PBC) –– Wi-Fi Direct ●● Ensure the TV is turned off before you connect the Samsung Wireless LAN Adapter.
How to connect the Samsung Wireless LAN Adapter You can connect the LAN Adapter in one of two ways: 1 Connect the LAN Adapter using the USB right angle adapter. 2 Connect the LAN Adapter via the USB extension cable.
NN The picture may appear corrupted or have static for some channels when the TV is connected to the Samsung Wireless LAN Adapter. In such a case, connect the Samsung Wireless LAN Adapter using the USB extension cable. Put the Adapter in a place where it does not affect the picture. NN The position of the USB port may differ depending on the model.
■■ Network Status OO MENUm → Network → Network Status → ENTERE You can check the your TV's current network and Internet status. ■■ Network Settings OO MENUm → Network → Network Settings → ENTERE Set the network connection to use AllShare™. ◀ NN You can only use the Internet to share content via AllShare™.
■■ Auto Network Setup Most wireless networks have an optional security system that requires devices that access the network to transmit an encrypted security code called an Access or Security Key. The Security Key is based on a Pass Phrase, typically a word or a series of letters and numbers of a specified length you were asked to enter when you set up wireless security for your wireless network.
2. The Network function searches for available wireless networks. When done, it displays a list of the available networks. 3. In the list of networks, press the ▲/▼ buttons to select a network, and then press ENTERE button. NN If the wireless router is set to Hidden (Invisible), you have to select Add Network, and then enter the correct network name and Security key to establish the connection. ◀ 4. If the Enter security key screen appears, go to step 5.
5. Enter the security key using ▲/▼/◄/► buttons, and then select Done. NN You can also enter numbers by pressing the number buttons. NN You should be able to find the Pass Phrase on one of the set up screens you used to set up your router or modem. 6. The network connection screen appears, and network set up is done. NN If the Security key you enter fails, select Retry or IP Settings. NN If you want to set up the connection manually, select IP Settings.
WPS(PBC) Wireless Setup If your router has a WPS(PBC) button, follow these steps. 1. In the TV's menu, go to the Network Settings screen. (Network → Network Settings) 2. The Network function searches for available wireless networks. When done, it displays a list of the available networks. 3. Scroll through the list. Find, and then select WPS(PBC). ◀ 4. Press the WPS(PBC) button on your router within 2 minutes.
■■ Manual Network Setup Use the Manual Network Setup when connecting your TV to a network that requires a Static IP address. NN You can get the network connection values from you Internet provider. How to set up manually To set up your TV’s wireless network connection manually, follow these steps. 1. In the TV's menu, go to the Network Settings screen. ◀ (Network → Network Settings) 2. The network function searches for available wireless networks. When done, it displays a list of the available networks.
4. If the Enter security key screen appears, go to step 5. If you select a wireless router that does not have wireless security, go to step 7. 5. To set wireless security for the router, enter the Security Key. –– Enter the Security Key using the keyboard pop-up screen and your remote. –– You should be able to find the Pass Phrase on one of the set up screens you used to set up your router. ◀ 6. When finished, select Done. The network connection screen appears and the verification process starts. 7.
10. Enter the first portion of the IP Address (for example, 105) into the first entry field using your remote. When done, go to the next field. 11. Enter the next portion of the IP Address. When done, go to the next field. 12. Repeat the entry process for each field in the IP Address. –– If you make a mistake when entering a number, re-enter the number to correct it. 13. When done, go to the Subnet Mask fields. ◀ 14. Repeat the same entry process for Subnet Mask, Gateway, and DNS Server. 15.
If Your TV Fails to Connect to the Internet If your TV fails to connect to the Internet, read the information below and view the troubleshooting guide on the following pages. Your TV may not be able to connect to the Internet because your ISP has permanently registered the MAC address (a unique identifying number) of your PC or modem, which it then authenticates each time you connect to the Internet as a way of preventing unauthorized access.
Troubleshooting a wireless network connection failure If the wireless network connection fails, try the following solutions: Issue Solutions and Explanations Wireless network connection failed. • No wireless router selected. Go to Network Settings to select your router. Unable to connect to wireless router. • Check if the router is turned on, and if it is on, try turning it off and on again. • Check if you need to enter a security key to use the router.
Issue IP auto setting failed. Solutions and Explanations • Try the following to set your IP address automatically or set your IP address manually by selecting IP Settings. - Ensure DHCP server is enabled on the router, and then unplug and plug-in the router. - Check if you need to enter a security key to use the router. - Contact your Internet Service Provider for more information. Unable to connect to the network. ◀ • Check if your IP address is set correctly in IP Settings.
Issue Connected to your local network, but cannot connect to the Internet. Solutions and Explanations • Make sure your Internet LAN cable is connected correctly to the LAN port of the router. • Check the DNS settings in IP Settings. • If the problem persists, contact your Internet Service Provider to access the Internet. Network setup • Confirm that your router is connected to the Internet.
❑❑ Managing the Network Connected Devices for PDP 4900 series ■■ Wi-Fi Direct OO MENUm → Network → Wi-Fi Direct→ ENTERE Use to connect the TV to wireless mobile devices. Using this function, you can connect wireless mobile devices with your TV directly without a wireless router. ◀ NN You can use this function only when the Samsung Wireless LAN Adapter is connected to the TV. NN Wi-Fi Direct only supports the Media Play function.
How to connect a device to your TV using the Wi-Fi Direct function NN To use this function, you must turn on the Wi-Fi Direct function on your device. 1. In the TV's menu, go to Wi-Fi Direct. The TV starts to search for devices. (Network → Wi-Fi Direct) 2. Select a device from the list that the TV displays, and then press ENTERE button. ◀ 3. When the connection message appears on your device, allow it.
■■ AllShare Settings OO MENUm → Network → AllShare Settings → ENTERE Lets you allow a network connected device such as a smartphone or tablet to share content with or control the TV using an application downloaded to the mobile device. For details on set up options, refer to the “Using the AllShare Settings Functions”. ■■ Device Name ◀ OO MENUm → Network → Device Name → ENTERE Change the TV’s name. NN When selecting User Input, you can key in a name for your TV manually.
❑❑ Using the DLNA Functions (AllShare™) for PDP 4900 series Via your network, you can play videos, photos, and music saved on your mobile phone or on other devices (such as your PC) through your TV, and control playback using controls on the TV via the network. NN NOTE ◀ ●● This model only supports the DLNA function in AllShare™. ●● First, connect your TV to your network. For detailed network connection instructions, refer to “Network Settings”. ●● For more information, visit “www.samsung.
NN By connecting your Samsung TV to a network via AllShare™, you can use Samsung’s original functions, controls, and capabilities as follows: –– –– –– –– –– –– ◀ Playback of various video formats (DivX, MP4, 3GPP, AVI, ASF, MKV, etc.
Playing the media contents saved on the devices 1. Connect a mobile phone or another device which supports AllShare™ to your network, and then select and play a media file on the device. A popup screen appears on the bottom of your TV. 2. Select Allow to accept the connected device. The media contents of the device can now be played on your TV. NN You can find the allowed devices on AllShare Settings.
Using the Media Play function, play the media contents of the devices connected to your TV through AllShare™. 1. Press the MEDIA.P button to select Media Play. 2. Press ▲/▼ button to select the desired category (Videos, Photos, or Music), and then press the ENTERE button. 3. When the DLNA device is selected, press the ENTERE button again. 4. Press the ▲/▼/◄/► button to select the desired file. ◀ 5. Press the ENTERE button.
NN NOTE ●● Contents may not play on your TV depending on their resolution and format. ●● The ENTERE and ◄/► buttons may not work depending on the type of media content. ●● Using the mobile device, you can control the media playback. For details, refer to each device's user’s guide.
Using the AllShare Settings function OO MENUm → Network → AllShare Settings → Content Sharing → ENTERE Shows a list of mobile phones or connected devices which have been set up with this TV to use the AllShare Settings function. NN The AllShare Settings function is available in all devices which support DLNA DMC. ◀ ●● Allow / Deny: Allows/Blocks the devices. ●● Delete: Deletes the devices from the list. NN This function only deletes the name of the devices from the list.
Connecting to a PC through your network You can play pictures, music, and videos saved on your PC via a network connection through your TV using Media Play. NN If you want to use Media Play to play files saved on your PC through your TV, you should download “AllShare PC Software” and the AllShare user's manual from “www.samsung.com”. 1. Connect your TV to your network. For network connection instructions, refer to "Network Settings". ◀ –– We recommend you locate both TV and PC in same subnet.
2. Connect the PC on which you will install or have installed AllShare PC software and your TV to the same network. NN Functions that are not supported by Media Play when the TV is connected to a PC through a network: ●● Background music when playing a slide show. ●● The π (REW) or µ (FF) button while a movie is playing. ◀ NN The DivX DRM, Multi-audio, embedded caption is not supported. NN Make sure AllShare PC Software is permitted by the firewall program on your PC.
NN When you use Media Play through a network connection, depending on the functions of the server: ●● The sorting method may vary. ●● The π (REW), µ (FF) or ∑ (Pause) buttons may not work depending on the content information. NN When you play video through a network, the video may not run depending on the network status. Also, when you play video over a network connection, the video may not play smoothly.