TA350 TA550 LED TV MONITOR (MFM TV) user manual imagine the possibilities Thank you for purchasing this Samsung product. To receive more complete service, please register your product at www.samsung.
Figures and illustrations in this User Manual are provided for reference only and may differ from actual product appearance. Product design and specifications may be changed without notice. Digital TV notice 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. Functionalities related to Digital TV (DVB) are only available in countries/areas where DVB-T (MPEG2 and MPEG4 AVC) digital terrestrial signals are broadcasted or where you are able to access to a compatible DVB-C (MPEG2 and MPEG4 AAC) cable-TV service.
Contents Getting Started 4 4 11 12 13 14 Safety Precautions Accessories Installing the Stand Viewing the Control Panel Viewing the Remote Control Connections 15 15 15 16 18 19 20 21 Connecting to an Antenna Plug & Play (Initial Setup) Connecting to an AV Device Connecting to a COMMON INTERFACE slot Connecting to an Audio Device Connecting to a PC Changing the Input Source Basic Features 21 22 22 24 25 29 30 34 How to Navigate Menus Using the INFO button (Now & Next guide) Using
Getting Started Safety Precautions Icons used for safety precautions WARNING Failing to follow the precautions marked with this sign may result in a serious injury or even a fatality. CAUTION Failing to follow the precautions marked with this sign may result in a personal injury or property damage. Do not perform. Must be followed. This symbol indicates that high voltage is present inside. It is dangerous to make any kind of contact with any internal part of this product.
Getting Started Keep the power cord and the product away from a heater. yy Otherwise, it may result in electric shock or fire. If the pins of the power plug or the wall outlet are covered in dust, clean it using a dry cloth. yy Otherwise, it may result in fire. ! Caution Avoid unplugging the power plug while the product is operating. yy Otherwise, it may damage the product due to electric shock. ! When unplugging the power plug from the wall outlet, make sure to hold it by the plug and not by the cord.
Getting Started ! Avoid installing the product in a location exposed to direct sunlight and installing the product near a heat source such as a fireplace or heater. yy This may shorten the product life cycle or cause fire. Avoid installing the product where children may reach it. yy If a child touches the product, the product may fall and this may result in injury. yy Since the front part is heavier, install the product on a flat and stable surface.
Getting Started ¦¦ Cleaning Related Warning Before cleaning the product, unplug the power cord. yy Otherwise, it may result in electric shock or fire. When cleaning the product, do not spray water directly over the product parts. yy Make sure that water does not enter the product. yy Otherwise, it may result in fire, electric shock or a problem with the product. Avoid spraying cleansing agent directly onto the product.
Getting Started ! ! If the product generates a strange noise, a burning smell, or smoke, unplug the power plug immediately and contact a service centre. yy Otherwise, it may result in electric shock or fire. Avoid letting children hang or climb onto the product. yy Otherwise, it may result in the product falling and this may result in injury or death. If you drop the product or the case is damaged, turn the power off and unplug the power cord. Contact a service centre.
Getting Started Avoid placing a liquid container such as a vase, flowerpot, beverage, cosmetics or drugs, or a metal object over the product. yy If water or substances enter the product, turn the power off, unplug the power cord and contact a service centre. yy Otherwise, it may result in a problem with the product, electric shock or fire. Do not press down hard on the product. The product may become deformed or damaged.
Getting Started Keep the small accessories in a location out of the reach of children. ! ! Take care when adjusting the angle of the product or the height of the stand. yy If your hand or finger is caught, you may be injured. yy If the product is tilted excessively, the product may fall and this may result in injury. Avoid placing a heavy object over the product. yy Otherwise, it may result in a problem with the product or injury. When using headphones or earphones, do not turn the volume too high.
Getting Started Accessories ✎✎Please make sure the following items are included with your TV. If any items are missing, contact your dealer. ✎✎The items’ colours and shapes may vary depending on the models. ✎✎Cables not included in the package contents can be purchased separately. ✎✎Check that there is no accessory hidden behind packing materials when you open the box.
Getting Started Installing the Stand ✎✎Before assembling the product, place the product down on a flat and stable surface so that the screen is facing downwards. 1 Insert the Stand Connector into the Stand in the direction shown by the figure. 4 Place a soft cloth over the table to protect the product and place the product onto the cloth so that the front of the product is facing downwards. 2 Check if the Stand Connector is firmly connected.
Getting Started Viewing the Control Panel ✎✎The product colour and shape may vary depending on the model. Control Panel Power Indicator Blinks and turns off when the power is on and lights up in standby mode. Remote control sensor Aim the remote control towards this spot on the TV. SOURCEE Toggles between all the available input sources. In the on-screen menu, use this button as you would use the ENTERE button on the remote control.
Getting Started Viewing the Remote Control ✎✎This is a special remote control for the visually impaired persons and has Braille points on the Power, Channel and Volume buttons. POWER SOURCE Displays and selects the available video sources. Turns the TV on and off. Selects the HDMI mode directly. HDMI Have direct access to channels. Alternately select Teletext ON, Double, Mix or OFF. PRE-CH TTX/MIX Cuts off the sound temporarily. MUTE Changes channels. Adjusts the volume.
Connections Connecting to an Antenna When the TV is initially powered on, basic settings proceed automatically. ✎✎Preset: Connecting the mains and antenna. ANT OUT Plug & Play (Initial Setup) When the TV is initially powered on, a sequence of on-screen prompts will assist in configuring basic settings. Press the POWERP button. Plug & Play is available only when the Input Source is set to TV. ✎✎Before turning on the TV, make sure the antenna cable is connected.
Connections Connecting to an AV Device Using an HDMI or an HDMI to DVI cable (up to 1080p) Available devices: DVD, Blu-ray player, HD cable box, HD STB (Set-Top-Box) satellite receiver, VCR HDMI OUT DVD / Blu-ray player DVI OUT Red White W W DVD / Blu-ray player R R AUDIO OUT R-AUDIO-L ✎✎HDMI IN 1(DVI), 2 / PC/DVI AUDIO IN xx For better picture and audio quality, connect to a digital device using an HDMI cable.
Connections Using a Component (up to 1080p) or an Audio/Video (480i only) and a Scart Cable Available devices: DVD, Blu-ray player, HD cable box, HD STB (Set-Top-Box) satellite receiver, VCR DVD / Blu-ray player AUDIO OUT R-AUDIO-L W COMPONENT OUT AUDIO OUT PR PB Y R-AUDIO-L R B G R VIDEO OUT Y W R G VCR / DVD B R W R R VCR W EXT W R Red White Red B G Y W R Y R Blue Green Red White Yellow ✎✎In Ext. mode, DTV Out supports MPEG SD Video and Audio only.
Connections Connecting to a COMMON INTERFACE slot Attaching the CI Card Adapter Attach the adapter as shown below. To connect the CI CARD Adapter, follow these steps. ✎✎We recommend attaching the adapter before installing the wall mount, or TV Rear inserting the “CI or CI+ CARD.” 1. Insert the CI CARD Adapter into the two holes on the product 1. ✎✎ Please find a two holes on the rear of the TV. A two holes is beside the COMMON INTERFACE port. 2.
Connections Connecting to an Audio Device Using an Optical (Digital) or a Headphone Connection Available devices: digital audio system, amplifier, DVD home theatre, PC Ddigital audio system OPTICAL ✎✎DIGITAL AUDIO OUT (OPTICAL) xx When a Digital Audio System is connected to the DIGITAL AUDIO OUT (OPTICAL) jack, decrease the volume of both the TV and the system. xx 5.1 CH (channel) audio is available when the TV is connected to an external device supporting 5.1 CH.
Connections Connecting to a PC Using an HDMI cable or an HDMI to DVI cable or a D-sub cable ✎✎Connecting through the HDMI cable may not be supported depending on the PC.
Connections Changing the Input Source Edit Name OO SOURCE → TOOLS → Edit Name → ENTERE Source In the Source, press the TOOLS button, and then you can set an external input sources name you want. OO SOURCE → Source Use to select TV or an external input sources such as a DVD / Blu-ray player / cable box /STB satellite receiver. SOURCE ■■ TV / Ext.
Basic Features Using the INFO button (Now & Next guide) The display identifies the current channel INFO and the status of certain audio-video settings. The Now & Next guide shows daily TV programme information for each channel according to the broadcasting time. yy Scroll l / r to view information for a desired programme while watching the current channel. yy Scroll u / d to view information for other channels. If you want to move to the currently selected channel, press the ENTERE button.
Basic Features yy Antenna: Select the desired antenna source. yy Channel: Select the desired channel. yy Repeat: Select Once, Manual, Sat~Sun, Mon~Fri or Everyday to set at your convenience. If you select Manual, you can set the day you want. ✎✎ The c mark indicates the date is selected. How to use Timer Viewing in Channel List (digital channels only) When you set the Timer Viewing in Channel List, you can only set the programme in Programme View. 1.
Basic Features Channel Menu Channel Status Display Icons Icons Operations a An analogue channel. c A channel selected. F A channel set as a Favourite. \ A locked channel. Channel Manager Option Menut Set each channel using the Channel Manager menu options (Watch, Add to Favourites / Edit Favourites, Lock / Unlock, Edit Channel Name, Edit Channel Number, Delete, Deselect All / Select All). Option menu items may differ depending on the channel status. 1.
Basic Features ■■ Cable Search Option (depending on the country) Sets additional search options such as the frequency and symbol rate for a cable network search. –– Start Frequency / Stop Frequency: Set the start or stop frequency (differs in each country). –– Symbol Rate: Displays available symbol rates. –– Modulation: Displays available modulation values. Manual Tuning Scans for a channel manually and stores in the TV.
Basic Features ¦¦ Adjusting Picture Settings Screen Adjustment OO MENUm → Picture → ENTERE ■■ Picture Size: Your cable box / satellite receiver may have its own set of screen sizes as well. However, we highly recommend you use 16:9 mode most of the time. Samsung MagicAngle This feature allows you to see optimal screen quality according to your viewing position.
Basic Features ■■ PC Screen Adjustment ✎✎ Available only PC mode. Maintaining the Correct Posture when Using this Product 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. After the noise has been reduced, readjust the picture so that it is aligned to the centre of screen. Position: Adjusts the PC screen position with direction button (u / d / l / r).
Basic Features Advanced Settings Black Tone : Off ► Dynamic Contrast : Medium Shadow Detail : -2 Gamma :0 RGB Only Mode : Off Colour Space : Native White Balance ▼ U Move E Enter R Return ■■ Black Tone (Off / Dark / Darker / Darkest): Select the black level to adjust the screen depth. Picture Options OO MENUm → Picture → Picture Options → ENTERE ✎✎In PC mode, you can only make changes to the Colour Tone.
Basic Features Reset Picture (OK / Cancel) ¦¦ Sound Systems, Etc. Resets your current picture mode to its default settings. OO MENUm → Sound → ENTERE Sound Menu Broadcast Audio Options ¦¦ Changing the Preset Sound Mode ■■ Audio Language OO MENUm → Sound → Sound Mode → ENTERE Sound Mode t ✎✎ ■■ Audio Format ■■ 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.
Basic Features ■■ SPDIF Output: SPDIF (Sony Philips Digital InterFace) is used to provide digital sound, reducing interference going to speakers and various digital devices such as a DVD player. ¦¦ Selecting the Sound Mode When you set to Dual fg, the current sound mode is displayed on the screen. DUALf-g Audio Format: You can select the Digital Audio output (SPDIF) format. The available Digital Audio output (SPDIF) format may differ depending on the input source.
Basic Features Clock Set: Set the Day, Month, Year, Hour and Minute manually. Available only when Clock Mode is set to Manual. ✎✎ ✎✎ You can set the Day, Month, Year, Hour and Minute directly by pressing the number buttons on the remote control. Time Zone (Auto / Manual): Set the time zone to GMT. This function is only available when the Clock Mode is set to Auto. ✎✎ –– GMT(GMT-3:00~GMT-1:00 / GMT / GMT+1:00~GMT+ 12:00): Selects your time zone.
Basic Features ■■ Off Timer 1 / Off Timer 2 / Off Timer 3: Three different off timer settings can be made. You must set the clock first. Off Timer 1 ✎✎ When Program Rating Lock is set to 18, the PIN input screen appears before changing the channels (France only). ✎✎ You can block TV programs by set up rating in Program Rating Lock as the I (children), T (All public), SC (Unclassified) and X (X rated).
Basic Features ¦¦ Other Features General OO MENUm → System → ENTERE ■■ Max. Power Saving (Off / On): Turn off PC monitor when PC is not used for certain length of time to reduce power consumption. ✎✎ Available only PC mode. Language ■■ Menu Language: Set the menu language. ■■ Teletext Language: Set a desired language for teletext. ✎✎ English is the default in cases where the selected language is unavailable in the broadcast.
Basic Features Common Interface ■■ PIP (Off / On): Activate or deactivate the PIP function. ■■ CI Menu: This enables the user to select from the CAMprovided menu. Select the CI Menu based on the menu PC Card. ■■ Application Info: View information on the CAM inserted into the CI slot and on the “CI or CI+ CARD” which is inserted into the CAM. You can install the CAM anytime whether the TV is on or off. 1. Purchase a CI CAM module at your nearest dealer or by phone. 2.
Basic Features ■■ Signal Information: (digital channels only) An HD channel’s reception quality is either perfect or the channels are unavailable. 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 centre. Software Upgrade Software Upgrade can be performed via a broadcasting signal or downloading the latest firmware from “www. samsung.
Advanced Features Using the My Downloads Enjoy photos, music and/or movie files saved on a USB Mass Storage Class (MSC). My Downloads Videos Photos 1. Press the CONTENT button. 2. Press the u / d / l / r button to select desired menu (Videos, Photos, Music), then press the ENTERE button. Music Source Watch TV OO CONTENT → My Downloads → ENTERE ¦¦ Connecting a USB Device 1. Turn on your TV. 2. Connect a USB device containing photo, music and/or movie files to the USB jack on the side of the TV. 3.
Advanced Features xx 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 the PC, format the device and check the connection. xx If a file deleted from the PC is still found when My Downloads is run, use the “Empty the Recycle Bin” function on the PC to permanently delete the file. xx My Downloads only supports sequential jpeg format.
Advanced Features yy Supported Video Formats File Extension Container *.avi *.mkv ASF *.wmv ASF *.mp4 MP4 *.3gp 3GPP *.vro VRO VOB *.mpg *.mpeg PS Resolution Frame rate (fps) Bit rate (Mbps) DivX 3.11 / 4.x / 5.1 / 6.0 1920x1080 6 ~ 30 8 H.264 BP / MP / HP 1920x1080 6 ~ 30 25 MPEG4 SP / ASP 1920x1080 6 ~ 30 8 AVI MKV *.asf *.ts *.tp *.trp Video Codec Motion JPEG 640x480 6 ~ 30 8 DivX 3.11 / 4.x / 5.1 / 6.0 1920x1080 6 ~ 30 8 H.
Advanced Features Music Playing Music 1. Press the u / d / l / r button to select the desired Music in the file list. 2. Press the ENTERE button or � (Play) button. Music 1/2 –– You can use � (REW) and µ (FF) buttons during playback. ✎✎Only displays the files with MP3 and PCM file extension. Other file extensions are not displayed, even if they are saved on the same USB device. ✎✎If the sound is abnormal when playing MP3 files, adjust the Equalizer in the Sound menu.
Advanced Features ¦¦ My Downloads - Additional Functions Videos/Music/Photos Play Option menu During playing a file, press the TOOLS button. Category Operations Videos Music Photos Title Search You can move the other file directly. > Time Search You can search the video using l and r button at one minute interval or entering the number directly. > Shuffle Mode You can play the music randomly. Repeat Mode You can play movie and music files repeatedly.
Advanced Features Anynet+ (HDMI-CEC) What is Anynet+? t Anynet+ is a function that enables you to control all connected Samsung devices that support Anynet+ with your Samsung TV’s remote. The Anynet+ system can be used only with Samsung devices that have the Anynet+ feature. To be sure your Samsung device has this feature, check if there is an Anynet+ logo on it. yy You can only control Anynet+ devices using the TV remote control, not the buttons on the TV.
Advanced Features Anynet+ Menu The Anynet+ menu changes depending on the type and status of the Anynet+ devices connected to the TV. Anynet+ Menu View TV Device List Recording: (*recorder) (device_name) MENU (device_name) Tools Description Changes Anynet+ mode to TV broadcast mode. Shows the Anynet+ device list. Starts recording immediately using the recorder. (This is only available for devices that support the recording function.) Shows the connected device menus. E.g.
Advanced Features ¦¦ Recording You can make a recording of a TV Programme using a Samsung recorder. 1. Select Recording. ✎✎ When there are more than two recording devices xx When multiple recording devices are connected, the recording devices are listed. Select one recording device in the Device List. ✎✎ When the recording device is not displayed, press the a button in the Device List menu to search devices. 2. Press the EXIT button to exit.
Advanced Features ¦¦ Troubleshooting for Anynet+ Problem Possible Solution Anynet+ does not work. • • • • • • • • Check if the device is an Anynet+ device. The Anynet+ system supports Anynet+ devices only. Only one receiver (home theatre) can be connected. Check if the Anynet+ device power cord is properly connected. Check the Anynet+ device’s Video/Audio/HDMI cable connections. Check whether Anynet+ (HDMI-CEC) is set to On in the Anynet+ setup menu.
Other Information Installing the Device Driver ✎✎If you install the device driver, you can set up the appropriate resolution and frequency for the product. The device driver is included on the CD supplied with the product. If the supplied drive file is corrupted, please visit the Samsung Electronics website (www.samsung.com), and download the driver. 1. Insert the driver installation CD into the CD-ROM drive. 2. Click on Windows Driver. 3.
Other Information Analogue Channel Teletext Feature The index page of the Teletext service gives you information on how to use the service. For Teletext information to be displayed correctly, channel reception must be stable. Otherwise, information may be missing or some pages may not be displayed. ✎✎You can change Teletext pages by pressing the numeric buttons on the remote control. 1 / (Teletext on/mix/off): Activates the Teletext mode for the current channel.
Other Information Attaching a Wall Mount/Desktop Stand Preparing before installing Wall-Mount/Desktop Stand 1. Turn the product off and unplug the power cord from the wall outlet. 2. Place a soft cloth or cushion on a flat surface to protect the panel and place the product face down. 3. Separate the screw at the rear of the product. 4. Hold the main body of the product with your hand as shown by the figure. Pull the stand in the direction of the arrow as shown in the figure to separate it.
Other Information xx Avoid using screws that are incompatible with the standard VESA specifications and avoid assembling them using excessive force. This may result in damage to the product or injury due to the product falling. Samsung shall not be held liable for any damage or injury.
Other Information Troubleshooting If you have any questions about the TV, first refer to this list. If none of these troubleshooting tips apply, please visit “www. samsung.com,” then click on Support, or contact the call centre listed on the back-cover of this manual. Issues Solutions and Explanations PC Connection A Mode Not Supported message appears. • Set your PC’s output resolution and frequency so they match the resolutions supported by the TV (p. 20).
Other Information Issues Solutions and Explanations No Picture, No Video The TV won’t turn on. • Make sure the AC power cord is securely plugged in to the wall outlet and the TV. • Make sure the wall outlet is working. • Try pressing the POWER button on the TV to make sure the problem is not the remote. If the TV turns on, refer to “The remote control does not work” below. The TV turns off automatically. • • • • There is no picture/Video.
Other Information Issues Solutions and Explanations The channel menu is greyed out. (unavailable) • The Channel menu is only available when the TV source is selected. Your settings are lost after 30 minutes or every time the TV is turned off. • If the TV is in the Store Demo mode, it will reset audio and picture settings every 30 minutes. Change the settings from Store Demo mode to Home Use mode in the Plug & Play (Initial setup) procedure.
Other Information ¦¦ Licence TheaterSound, SRS and the symbol are trademarks of SRS Labs, Inc. TheaterSound technology is incorporated under licence from SRS Labs, Inc. Manufactured under licence from Dolby Laboratories. Dolby and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories. Manufactured under licence under U.S. Patent #’s: 5,451,942; 5,956,674; 5,974,380; 5,978,762; 6,487,535 & other U.S. and worldwide patents issued & pending. DTS and the Symbol are registered trademarks. & DTS 2.
Other Information Specifications Environmental considerations Operating Temperature : 50°F ~ 104°F (10°C ~ 40°C) Humidity : 10 % ~ 80 %, non-condensing Storage Temperature : -4°F ~ 113°F (-20°C ~ 45°C) Humidity : 5 % ~ 95 %, non-condensing Tilt -2°~ 22° Analogue: B/G, D/K, L, I (Depending on your country selection) Digital: DVB-T/DVB-C TV System Analogue: PAL, SECAM, NTSC-4.43, NTSC-3.58, PAL60 Digital: MPEG-2 MP@ML, MPEG-4, H.264/AVC MP@L3, MP@L4.0, HP@L4.0 Colour/Video System Sound System BG.
Other Information Index A Accessories Advanced Settings Amplify Antenna Anynet+ (HDMI-CEC) Audio Description Auto Adjustment Auto Volume F 11 27 29 15 41 29 27 30 B Background Music Balance L/R Batteries Black Tone Brightness 40 29 14 28 26 C Cable Holder Change PIN Channel List Channel Manager Channel Menu Cleaning Related Clock Colour Tone Component Connecting to a PC Connecting to an Antenna Connecting to an Audio Device Connecting to an AV Device 48 32 23 23 24 7 30 28 17
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