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Important Warranty Information Regarding Television Format Viewing
See the warranty card for more information on warranty terms.
Wide screen format LCD Displays (16:9, the aspect ratio of the screen w\
idth to height) are primarily designed to view wide screen format full-motion video. The images displayed on them should primarily be in the wide screen 16:9 ratio format, or expanded to fill the screen if your model offers this feature and the images are constantly moving. Displaying stationary graphics and images on screen, such as the dark sidebars on nonexpanded standard format tele\
vision video and programming, should be limited to no more than 5% of the total television viewing per week.
Additionally, viewing other stationary images and text such as stock market reports, video game displays, station logos, web sites or computer graphics and patterns, should be limited as described above \
for all televisions. Displaying stationary images that exceed the above guidelines can cause uneven aging of LCD Displays that \
leave subtle, but permanent burned-in ghost images in the LCD picture. To avoid this, vary the programming and images, and primarily display full screen moving images, not stationary patterns or dark bars.
On LCD models that offer picture sizing features, use these controls to view different formats as a full screen picture.
Be careful in the selection and duration of television formats used for \
viewing. Uneven LCD aging as a result of format selection and use, as well as burned-in images, are not covered by your Samsung li\
mited warranty.
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SAMSUNG ELECTRONICS NORTH AMERICAN LIMITED WARRANTY STATEMENT
Subject to the requirements, conditions, exclusions and limitations of t\
he original Limited Warranty supplied with Samsung Electronics (SAMSUNG) products, and the requirements, conditions, excl\
usions and limitations contained herein, SAMSUNG will additionally provide Warranty Repair Service in the United States on SAMSUNG products purchased in Canada, and in Canada on SAMSUNG products purchased in the United States, for the warranty period originally specified, and to the Original Purchaser only.
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Conditions covered are limited only to manufacturing defects in material\
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Precautions When Displaying a Still Image 
A still image may cause permanent damage to the TV screen
Do not display a still image on the LCD panel for more than 2 hours as i\
t can cause screen image retention. This image retention is also known as “screen burn”. To avoid such image retention, reduce the degree of brightness and contrast of the screen when displaying a still image.
   Watching the LCD TV in 4:3 format for a long period of time may leave traces of borders d\
isplayed on the left, right and center of the screen caused by the difference of light emission on the screen.  Playing a DVD or a game console may cause a similar effect to the screen.  Damages caused by the above effect are not covered by the Warranty.
Displaying still images from Video games and PC for longer than a certain period of time may produce partial after-images.  To prevent this effect, reduce the ‘brightness’ and ‘contrast’ when displaying still images. 
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General Information
List of Features .....................................................................2Accessories  ........................................................................\
..2Viewing the Control Panel  ....................................................3Viewing the Connection Panel  ..............................................4Remote Control  ....................................................................5Installing Batteries in the Remote Control  ............................5
Connections
Connecting VHF and UHF Antennas  ....................................6Connecting Cable TV  ...........................................................6Connecting a DVD / Blu-ray player / Cable Box / Satellite receiver (Set-Top Box) via HDMI  .............................................................7Connecting a DVD / Blu-ray player / Cable Box / Satellite receiver (Set-Top Box) via DVI  .............................................8Connecting a DVD / Blu-ray player / Cable Box / Satellite receiver (Set\
-Top Box) via Component cables  ......................................................................8Connecting a VCR  ................................................................9Connecting a Digital Audio System  ......................................9Connecting an Amplifier / DVD Home Theater  ...................10Connecting a Camcorder....................................................11Connecting a PC  ................................................................12
Operation
Viewing the menus  .............................................................13Plug & Play Feature............................................................14
Channel Control
Configuring the Channel Menu  ...........................................15Managing Channels ...........................................................15
Picture Control
Configuring the Picture Menu  .............................................17Using Your TV as a Computer (PC) Display  .......................19Setting up the TV with your PC  ..........................................20
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Configuring the Sound Menu  ..............................................21
Setup
Configuring the Setup Menu  ...............................................22
Input / Support
Configuring the Input Menu  ................................................26Configuring the Support Menu............................................26
Media Play (USB)
Using the Media Play (USB) Function  ................................27Using the Media Play (USB) Menu  .....................................28Using the PHOTO (JPEG) List  ...........................................28Using the MP3 List  .............................................................30
Anynet+
Connecting Anynet+ Devices  .............................................32Setting Up Anynet+  .............................................................33Switching between Anynet+ Devices  ..................................33Recording  ........................................................................\
...34Listening through a Receiver (Home theater).....................35Troubleshooting for Anynet+
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Appendix
Troubleshooting  ..................................................................36Installing the Stand  .............................................................37Disconnecting the Stand.....................................................37Wall Mount Kit Specifications (VESA)  ................................38Using the Anti-Theft Kensington Lock  ................................38Securing the TV to the Wall  ................................................39Specifications  .....................................................................40Dimensions  ........................................................................\
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CONTENTS
License
TruSurround HD, SRS and  Symbol are trademarks of SRS Labs, Inc. 
TruSurround HD technology is incorporated under license from SRS Labs, Inc.
Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. Dolby and the double\
-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.
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GENERAL INFORMATION
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 in order to enh ance product performance.
List of Features
Adjustable picture settings that can be stored in the TV’s memory.  
Automatic timer to turn the TV on and off.
A special sleep timer.
Excellent Digital Interface & Networking :
With a built-in HD digital tuner, non-subscription HD broadcasts can be viewed with no Cable Box/Satellite receiver (Set-Top Box) needed.
HDMI/DVI connection of your PC to this TV.
Excellent Picture Quality
SRS TruSurround HD provides a virtual surround system.
Accessories
Remote Control (BN59-00852A) &  Batteries (AAA x 2)Power Cord (3903-000144)TV-Holder & Screw (M4 X 16) 
(BN96-10788A)
(Depending on the model)
Cover-Bottom 
(LN32B550 : BN63-05466A)
(LN37B550 : BN63-05468A)
(LN40B550 : BN63-05468A)
(LN40B550 : BN63-05469A)
(LN52B550 : BN63-05469A)
Screw (M4 X L16)
(6002-001294)
Screw (M4 X L14)
(LN32B550 : 6003-001334)
Owner’s InstructionsWarranty Card /  Safety Guide Cleaning Cloth (BN63-01798B)
Please make sure the following items are included with your LCD TV. If any items are missing, contact your dealer.
The items color and shape may vary depending on the model.
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Viewing the Control Panel
The product color and shape may vary depending on the model.
The front panel buttons can be activated by touching them with your finger.
1 SPEAKERS
2 REMOTE CONTROL SENSOR:  Aim the remote control towards this spot on the TV. 
3 SOURCEE: Toggles between all the available input sources. In the on-screen menu, u\
se this button as you use the ENTERE button on the remote control.
4 MENU: Press to see an on-screen menu of your TV’s features.
5 y: Press to increase or decrease the volume. In the on-screen menu, use t\
he y buttons as you would use the ◄ and ► buttons on the remote control.
6 z: Press to change channels. In the on-screen menu, use the z buttons as you would use the ▼ and ▲ buttons on the remote control.
7 POWER INDICATOR: Blinks and turns off when the power is on and lights up in stand-by mode.
8 P (POWER): Press to turn the TV on and off.
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Viewing the Connection Panel
The product color and shape may vary depending on the model.
1 HDMI IN 1(DVI), 2, , 4 / DVI AUDIO IN [R-AUDIO-L]
Connects to the HDMI jack of a device with an HDMI output.
No sound connection is needed for an HDMI to HDMI connection.
Use the HDMI IN 1 (DVI) jack for DVI connection to an external device. Use a DVI to HDMI cable \
or DVI-HDMI adapter (DVI to HDMI) for video connection and the DVI AUDIO IN [R-AUDIO-L] jacks for audio.
When using an HDMI/DVI cable connection, you must use the HDMI IN 1 (DVI) jack.
You can also use the ports to connect to a PC.
2 PC IN [PC] / [AUDIO]
Connects to the video and audio output jacks on your PC.
3 DIGITAL AUDIO OUT (OPTICAL)
Connects to a Digital Audio component such as a Home theater receiver.
4 EX-LINK
Connector for service only.
5 AUDIO OUT
Connects to the audio input jacks on your Amplifier/Home theater.
6 USB
Connector for software upgrades and Media Play, etc.
7 AV IN 2
Video and audio inputs for external devices, such as a camcorder or VCR.
8 ANT IN
Connects to an antenna or cable TV system.
9 COMPONENT IN 1, 2 / AV IN 1
Connects Component video / audio. The COMPONENT IN 1 jack is also used as the AV IN 1 jack.
Connect the video cable to the COMPONENT IN 1 [Y/VIDEO] jack and the audio cable to the COMPONENT IN 1 [R-AUDIO-L] jacks.
0 KENSINGTON LOCK
The Kensington Lock (optional) is a device used to physically fix the system when  used in a public place. If you want to use a locking device, contact the dealer where you purchased the TV.
The location of the Kensington Lock may be different depending on its model.
! POWER INPUT
Connects the supplied power cord.
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Remote Control
You can use the remote control up to a distance of about 23 feet from the\
 TV.
The performance of the remote control may be affected by bright light.
The product color and shape may vary depending on the model.
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1 POWER: Turns the TV on and off.
2 TV: Selects the TV mode directly
3 NUMERIC BUTTONS: Press to change the channel.
4 _: Press to select additional channels (digital) being broadcast by the same station. For example, to select channel ‘54-3’, press ‘54’, then press _ and ‘3’.
5 MUTE M: Press to temporarily cut off the sound.
6 y: Press to increase or decrease the volume.
7 CH LIST: Used to display Channel Lists on the screen.
8 TOOLS: Use to quickly select frequently used functions.
9 INFO: Press to display information on the TV screen.
0 COLOR BUTTONS: Use these buttons in the Channel list menus etc.
! MEDIA.P: Allows you to play music files, pictures, and movies.
@ P.MODE: Press to select the picture mode.
# Use these buttons in the DMA and Anynet+ modes. (∏: This remote can be used to control recording on Samsung recorders with the Anynet+ feature)
$ ON/OFF @: Pressing the ON/OFF @ light button toggles between on and off. When the remote control is on, and a button is pressed on the remote control, the remote control buttons will be lit for a moment. (Using the remote control with the ON/OFF @ light button set to On will reduce the battery usage time.)
% PRE-CH: Enables you to return to the previous channel you were watching.
^ z : Press to change channels.
& SOURCE: Press to display and select the available video sources.
* FAV.CH: Press to switch to your favorite channels.
( MENU: Displays the main on-screen menu.
) RETURN: Returns to the previous menu.
a	 UP▲/DOWN▼/LEFT◄/RIGHT►/ENTERE: Use to select on-screen menu items and change menu values.
b EXIT: Press to exit the menu.
c P.SIZE: Picture size selection.
d SRS: Selects SRS TruSurround HD mode.
e CC: Controls the caption decoder.
f MTS: Press to choose stereo, mono or Separate Audio Program (SAP broadcast).
Installing Batteries in the Remote Control
1. Lift the cover at the back of the remote control upward as shown in the figure.
2. 
Install two AAA size batteries.
Make sure to match the ‘+’ and ‘–’ ends of the batteries with the diagram inside the compartment.
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Replace the cover.
Remove the batteries and store them in a cool, dry place if you won’t\
 be using the remote control for a long time. (Assuming typical TV usage, the batteries should last for about one year.)
If the remote control doesn’t work, check the following:
Is the TV power on?
Are the plus and minus ends of the batteries reversed?
Are the batteries drained?
Is there a power outage  or is the power cord unplugged?
Is there a special fluorescent light or neon sign nearby?
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CONNECTIONS
Connecting VHF and UHF Antennas
If your antenna has a set of leads that look like the diagram to the rig\
ht, see ‘Antennas with 300 Ω Flat Twin Leads’ below.
If your antenna has one lead that looks like the diagram to the right, see ‘Antennas with 75 Ω Round Leads’.
If you have two antennas, see ‘Separate VHF and UHF Antennas’.
Antennas	with	300	Ω	Flat	Twin	Leads
If you are using an off-air antenna (such as a roof antenna or ‘rabbit ears’) that has 300Ω twin flat leads, follow the directions below.
1. 
Place the wires from the twin leads under the screws on a 300-75 Ω adapter (not  supplied). Use a screwdriver to tighten the screws.
2. 
Plug the adaptor into the ANT IN terminal on the back of the TV. 
Antennas	with	75	Ω	Round	Leads
Plug the antenna lead into the ANT IN terminal on the back of the TV.
Separate VHF and UHF Antennas
If you have two separate antennas for your TV (one VHF and one UHF), you must combine the two antenna signals before connecting the antennas to the TV. This procedure requires an optional combiner-adaptor (available at most electronics shops). 1. 
Connect both antenna leads to the combiner.
2. 
Plug the combiner into the ANT IN terminal on the bottom of the rear panel.
Connecting Cable TV
To connect to a cable TV system, follow the instructions below.
Cable without a Cable Box
Plug the incoming cable into the ANT IN terminal on the back of the TV.
Because this TV is cable-ready, you do not need a cable box to view unscrambled cable channels.
Connecting to a Cable Box that Descrambles All Channels
1. Find the cable that is connected to the ANT OUT terminal on your cable box.
This terminal might be labeled ‘ANT OUT’, ‘VHF OUT’ or simply, ‘OUT’.
2. 
Connect the other end of this cable to the ANT IN terminal on the back of the TV.
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Connecting to a Cable Box that Descrambles Some Channels
If your cable box descrambles only some channels (such as premium chann\
els), follow the instructions below. You will need a two-way splitter, an RF (A/B) switch and four lengths of RF cable. (These items are a\
vailable at most electronics stores.)
1. Find and disconnect the cable that is connected to the ANT IN terminal on your cable box.
This terminal might be labeled ‘ANT IN’, ‘VHF IN’ or simply, ‘IN’.
2. 
Connect this cable to a two-way splitter.
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Connect an RF cable between the OUTPUT terminal on the splitter and the IN terminal on the cable box.
4. 
Connect an RF cable between the ANT OUT terminal on the cable box and the B–IN terminal on the RF(A/B) switch.
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Connect another cable between the other OUT terminal on the splitter and the A–IN terminal on the RF (A/B) switch.
6. 
Connect the last RF cable between the OUT terminal on the RF (A/B) switch and the ANT IN terminal on the rear of the TV.
After you have made this connection, set the A/B switch to the ‘A’ position for normal viewing. Set the A/B switch to the ‘B’ position to view scrambled channels. (When you set the A/B switch to ‘B’, you will need to tune your TV to the cable box’s output channel, which is usually channel 3 or 4.)
Connecting a DVD / Blu-ray player / Cable Box / Satellite receiver (Set-Top Box) via HDMI
This connection can only be made if there is an HDMI Output connector on\
 the external device.
1. Connect an HDMI Cable between the HDMI IN 1 (DVI), 2,  or 4 jack on the TV and the HDMI jack on the DVD / Blu-ray Player or Cable Box / Satellite receiver (Set-Top Box).
What is HDMI?
HDMI(High-Definition Multimedia Interface), is an interface that enables the transmi ssion of digital audio and video signals using a single cable.
The difference between HDMI and DVI is that the HDMI device is smaller in size \
and has the HDCP (High Bandwidth Digital Copy Protection) coding feature installed.
Each DVD / Blu-ray player / Cable Box / Satellite receiver (Set-Top Box) has a different back panel configuration.
The TV may not output sound and pictures may be displayed with abnormal color when DVD / Blu-ray player / Cable Box / Satellite receiver (Set-Top Box) supporting HDMI versions older than 1.3 are connected. When connecting an older HDMI cable and there is no sound, connect the HDMI cable to the HDMI IN 1 (DVI) jack and the audio cables to the DVI AUDIO IN [R-AUDIO-L] jacks on the back of the TV. If this happens, contact the company that provided the DVD / Blu-ray p\
layer / Cable Box / Satellite receiver (Set-Top Box) to confirm the HDMI version, then request an upgrade.
HDMI cables that are not 1.3 may cause annoying flicker or no screen display .
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DVD / Blu-ray player / Cable Box /  Satellite receiver (Set-Top Box)TV Side PanelTV Rear Panel
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Connecting a DVD / Blu-ray player / Cable Box / Satellite receiver (Set-Top Box) via DVI
This connection can only be made if there is a DVI Output connector on t\
he external device.
1. Connect a DVI to HDMI Cable or DVI-HDMI Adapter between the HDMI IN 1 (DVI) jack on the TV and the DVI jack on the DVD / Blu-ray player / Cable Box / Satellite receiver (Set-Top Box).
2. 
Connect Audio Cables between the DVI AUDIO IN [R-AUDIO-L] jack on the TV and the DVD / Blu-ray player / Cable Box / Satellite receiver (Set-Top Box).
Each DVD / Blu-ray player / Cable Box / Satellite receiver (Set-T op Box) has a different back panel configuration.
When connecting a DVD / Blu-ray player / Cable Box / Satellite receiver \
(Set-Top Box), match the color of the connection terminal to the cable.
When using an HDMI / DVI cable connection, you must use the HDMI IN 1 (DVI) jack.
Connecting a DVD / Blu-ray player / Cable Box / Satellite receiver (Set\
-Top Box) via Component cables
The rear panel jacks on your TV make it easy to connect a DVD / Blu-ray player / Cable Box / Satellit\
e receiver (Set-Top Box) to your TV.
1. Connect a Component Cable between the COMPONENT IN (1 or 2) [Y, PB, PR] jacks on the TV and the COMPONENT [Y, PB, PR] jacks on the DVD / Blu-ray player / Cable Box / Satellite receiver (S\
et-Top Box).
2. 
Connect Audio Cables between the COMPONENT IN(1 or 2) [R-AUDIO-L] jacks on the TV and the AUDIO OUT jacks on the DVD / Blu-ray player / Cable Box / Satellite receiver (Set-Top Box).
Component video separates the video into Y (Luminance (brightness)), Pb (Blue) and Pr (Red) for enhanced video quality. Be sure to match the component video and audio connections. For example,\
 if connecting a Component video cable to COMPONENT IN 1, connect the audio cable to COMPONENT IN 1 also.
Each DVD / Blu-ray player / Cable Box / Satellite receiver (Set-T op Box) has a different back panel configuration.
When connecting a DVD / Blu-ray player / Cable Box / Satellite receiver \
(Set-Top Box), match the color of the connection terminal to the cable.
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