Samsung Syncmaster T27a950 User Manual

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Getting Started
English
Accessories
 ✎Please make sure the following items are included with your T V. 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 if there is no accessory hidden behind packing materials when you open the box.
 yRemote Contr ol & Batteries (AAA x 2)
 yW

arranty Card / Safety Guide (Not available in some locations)
 yCable Holder
 yCleaning Cloth
 yPower Cor

d / DC-Adapter
 yUser Manual yQuick Setup Guide y3D Active Glasses & 
Battery(CR2025) 1EA / User Manual
 y HDMI Cable yA V/Component Adapter ySter eo Cable
 ✎For best cable connection to this product, be sure to use cables with a maximum thickness as below:
 yMaximum thickness - 0.55 inches (14mm)
  
						

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Getting Started
English
Viewing the Control Panel
 ✎The product colour and shape may vary depending on the model.
Remote control sensor 
Speakers
Power Indicator
m (Menu)Displays an on-screen menu, the OSD (on screen display) of your TV’s 
features.
 (Source)
Toggles between all the available input sources. In the on-screen menu, use 
this button as you would use the ENTE
rE button on the remote control.
o (Volume)Adjusts the volume. In the OSD, use the w and v buttons as you would 
use the l and r buttons on the remote control.
k (Channel) Changes the channels. In the OSD, use the < and > buttons as you 
would use the ▲ and ▼ buttons on the remote control.
Turns the 3D image on or off.
P (Power)
Power Indicator Turns the TV on or off. 
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.
Speakers -
Standby mode
Do not leave your TV in standby mode for long periods of time (when you\
 are away on a holiday, for example). A small amount 
of electric power is still consumed even when the power button is turned off. It is best to unplug the power cord.
 
						

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Getting Started
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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.
Installing batteries (Battery size: aaa)
CH LIST
MUTE
POWERON/OFF
PRE-CH
MENU
TOOLS
RETURN
E-MANUALP.SIZEAD/SUBT.
EXIT
INFO
TTX/MIX
ABCD
S O C I A LSEARCH
GUIDE
SOURCE
AA59-00445A
HUB
TV
SMART
Turns the TV on and off.
Displays and selects the available video 
sources.
Turns the remote control light on or 
off. When on, the buttons become 
illuminated for a moment when pressed.
(Using the remote control with this button 
set to on will reduce the battery usage 
time.)
Returns to the previous channel.
Cuts off the sound temporarily.
Changes channels.
Displays channel lists on the screen 
(p. 24).
Displays the EPG (Electronic Programme 
Guide) (p. 23).
Displays information on the TV screen.
Exits the on-screen menu.
Have direct access to channels.
Adjusts the volume.
Alternately select Teletext ON, Double, Mix or OFF.
Displays the main on-screen menu.
Quickly select frequently used functions. 
Link to various application services.
Returns to the previous menu.
Selects the on-screen menu items and 
changes the values seen on the menu.
These buttons are for the  Channel List, 
SMa rT  HuB 
menu, etc.
Use these buttons in SMa rT  HuB  and an
ynet+ modes. (p. 46, 63). SOCI
aL

 TV
: Connect to  Social TV 
application.
SE
a
 r
C
 H
: Support to recommendation 
search word and search function.
W: Sets the video, which provided with 
3D  signal. (p. 29).
E-M
aNu

a
L:

 Not Available.
P.SIZE : Selects the  Picture Size (p . 28).
aD

/S
uB
 T.: Turns the audio description 
on and off (not available in some 
locations) (p . 35). / Displays digital 
subtitles (p . 42). 
 
						

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Connections
Connecting to an Antenna
When the TV is initially powered on, basic settings proceed automatically.
 ✎Preset: Connecting the mains and antenna. 
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 T V, make sure the antenna cable is connected.
1Wired/Wireless network
connection Set up your network connection. Press the ENTE
rE button to start.
2Setting up the NetworkSet up your network connection. Press the ENTE rE button to start. If you do not 
know your network set up information or want to set to it later, select Skip. You can 
set up the network connection later using the Network menu.
3Selecting the usage mode Press the ◄ or ► button, then press the ENTE rE button.
Select the Home 
u
se mode. Store Demo mode is for retail environments. To 
return the unit’s settings from Store Demo to Home 
u se (standard): Press the 
volume button on the TV. When you see the volume OSD, press and hold MEN
u  
for 5 sec.
 y Stor

e Demo is only for shop display. If you select it, several functions are not 
able to use. Please select Home 
u
se when you watch at home.
4Select Country Press the ▲ or ▼ button, then press the ENTE rE button.
Select the appropriate country.
5Setting the Clock Mode Set the Clock Mode automatically or manually.
 ya

uto: Allows you to select a time zone.
 ✎Press the ▲ or ▼ button to highlight the time zone for your local area. 
Press the ENTErE button. (Australia only)
 yManual

: Allows you to manually set the current date and time.
6Selecting search options for auto
tuning Select the channel source to memorise among Digital & 
a nalogue / Digital / a
nalogue.
 ✎Press the ENTErE button at any time to interrupt the memorisation 
process.
7Enjoy your TV.  If you want to watch a broadcast programme, select Close. If you want to enjoy 
the Smart Hub, select the Smart Hub.
If You Want to 
r eset This Feature...
Select System - Plug & Play (Initial Setup). Enter your 4 digit PIN number. The default PIN number is “0-0-0-0". If you want to 
change the PIN number, use the Change PIN function.
You should do Plug & Play (MEN
u  → System) again at home although you did in shop.
 ✎If you forget the PIN code, press the remote control buttons in the following sequence in Standby mode, which resets 
the PIN to “0-0-0-0”: POWEr  (off) → MuT E → 8 → 2 → 4 → POWEr  (on).
Connections
ANT IN
DC 14V
Cable
ANT OUTPower Input
 
						

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Connections
Connecting to an AV Device
Connection using an HDMI or HDMI/DVI cable
Available devices: DVD, Blu-ray player, HD cable box, HD STB (Set-Top-Box) satellite receiver, VCR
 ✎HDMI IN 1 (DVI), 2 (arC ) / DVI  auD IO IN
 xConnecting the product to a digital device using an HDMI cable will improve the picture and sound quality.
 xThe HDMI cable does not require an additional audio cable as it supports digital video and audio signals.
 – A digital device that is not compatible with HDMI output can be connecte\
d using an HDMI/DVI cable and an audio 
cable.
 xThe picture may not display normally (if at all) or the audio may not work if an external device that uses an older 
version of HDMI mode is connected to the T V. If such a problem occurs, ask the manufacturer of the external device 
about the HDMI version and, if out of date, request an upgrade.
 xBe sure to use an HDMI cable with a thickness of 14 mm or less.
 xBe sure to purchase a certified HDMI cable. Otherwise, the picture may not display or a connection error may occur.
 ✎This T V supports the 3D and ARC (Audio Return Channel) functions. Note that the ARC function is only available 
when a cable is connected to the HDMI IN 2 (a rC ) port.
 xThe ARC function can be used to output digital sound via the HDMI IN 2 (a rC ) port and is only available when the 
T V is connected to an audio receiver that is compatible with the ARC function.
 xDefault Edit Name of HDMI IN 1 (DVI) terminal of this model is DVI PC for PC connection. When connecting to a AV 
device such as DVD or Blu-ray, it is required to change the Edit Name to the name of the connected device. (p. 20)
RW
RW
HDMI OUTAUDIO OUTDVI OUT
DVI
AUDIO IN2(ARC)1(DVI)
White
Red
Device
Device
    
						

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Connections
using a Component (up to 1080p) or an audio/Video (480i only)
A vailable devices: DVD, Blu-ray player, HD cable box, HD STB (Set-Top-Box) satellite receiver, VCR
 ✎When connecting to aV I N, the colour of the  aV I N [ VIDEO] jack (green) will not match the video cable (yellow).
 ✎To obtain the best picture quality, the Component connection is recommended over the A / V connection.
BRGY
Y
RW
BRGYW
RW
RW
RWBRG
AV IN
VIDEO
Y P
B RP AUDIO
COMPONENT IN
Device VC r  / DVD
Device
red
White Y
ellow Blue
Green
COMPONENT OuT VIDEO O u Tau
DIO O
u
Tau DIO O u T
    
						

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Connections
Connecting to an Audio Device
using an Optical (Digital) or a Headphone Connection
A vailable devices: digital audio system, amplifier, DVD home theatre, PC
 ✎DIGITaL  auD IO OuT ( OPTIC aL )
 xWhen a Digital Audio System is connected to the DIGITaL  auD IO OuT ( OPTIC aL ) jack, decrease the volume of 
both the T V and the system. 
 x5.1 CH (channel) audio is available when the T V is connected to an external device supporting 5.1 CH.
 xWhen the receiver (home theatre) is set to on, you can hear sound output from the T V’s optical jack. When the T V 
is receiving a DT V signal, the T V will send 5.1 CH sound to the home theatre receiver. When the source is a digital 
component such as a DVD / Blu-ray player / cable box / STB (Set-Top-Box) satellite receiver and is connected to the 
T V via HDMI, only 2 CH audio will be heard from the home theatre receiver. If you want to hear 5.1 CH audio, connect 
the digital audio out jack from your DVD / Blu-ray player / cable box / STB satellite receiver directly to an amplifier or 
home theatre.
 ✎Headphones H: You can connect your headphones to the headphones output on your set. While the headphones are 
connected, the sound from the built-in speakers will be disabled.
 xSound function may be restricted when  connecting headphones to the T V.
 xHeadphone volume and T V volume are adjusted separately.
Digital audio system
OPTICAL
    
						

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Connections
Connecting to a PC
Connection using an HDMI or HDMI/DVI cable
 ✎Connecting through the HDMI cable may not be supported depending on the PC.
 ✎A PC should be connected via the HDMI IN 1 (DVI) port.
 ✎If a non-standard video format is selected, the T V may not operate normally.
 ✎The interlaced scan mode is not supported.
 ✎This product offers a game driver (SyncMaster 3D Game Launcher (TriDef 3D) ) that allows you to play PC games with 
dynamic 3D images. Install the SyncMaster 3D Game Launcher (TriDef 3D) software provided on a CD.
 xAfter installing the software, you can enjoy the 3D effect by using the 3D function on this product.
 xFor details about how to use SyncMaster 3D Game Launcher (TriDef 3D) , refer to the "Online Help" for the 
software.
SErVICE
PBPR
Connector for service only.
HDMI OUT
HDMI IN
AUDIO OUT DVI OUT
or
       
						

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Connections
Compatible PC resolutions (when the PC is connected to the HDMI IN 1 (DVI) port)
If a signal that belongs to one of the following standard signal modes is transmitted from the PC, the TV screen will 
automatically be adjusted. If a signal outside of the standard signal modes is transmitted from the PC, the TV screen may go 
blank and only the power indicator may turn on. To resolve this issue, adjust the resolution according to the following table, 
referring to the user guide for the graphics card.
ModeresolutionHorizontal Frequency 
(KHz) Vertical Frequency 
(Hz) Pixel Clock Frequency
(MHz) Sync Polarity 
(H / V)
IBM  640 x 350 70Hz 31.469 70.086 25.175 +/-
VES
a  DMT  640 x 480 60Hz 31.469 59.940 25.175 -/-
M
a C  640 x 480 67Hz 35.000 66.667 30.240 -/-
VES
a  DMT  640 x 480 72Hz
37.861  72.809 31.500 -/-
75Hz 37.500  75.000 31.500 -/-
IBM  720 x 400 70Hz 31.469 70.087 28.322 -/+
VES
a  DMT 800 x 600 56Hz 35.156 56.250 36.000 +/+
VES
a  DMT 800 x 600 60Hz 37.879 60.317 40.000 +/+
VES
a  DMT 800 x 600 72Hz
48.077  72.188 50.000 +/+
75Hz 46.875  75.000 49.500 +/+
M
a C 832 x 624 75Hz 49.726 74.551 57.284 -/-
VES
a  DMT 1024 x 768 60Hz
48.363  60.004 65.000 -/-
70Hz 56.476  70.069 75.000 -/-
VES
a  DMT 1024 x 768 75Hz 60.023 75.029 78.750 +/+
VES
a  DMT 1152 x 864 75Hz 67.500 75.000 108.000 +/+
M
a C 1152 x 870 75Hz 68.681 75.062 100.000  -/-
VES
a  DMT 1280 x 800 60Hz
49.702 59.810 83.500 -/+ 
1280 x 960 60Hz 60.000 60.000 108.000 +/+  
VES
a  DMT 1280 x 1024 60Hz 63.981 60.020 108.000 +/+
VES
a  DMT 1280 x 1024 75Hz
79.976 75.025 135.000 +/+
1360 x 768 60Hz 47.712 60.015 85.500 +/+
1440 x 900 60Hz
55.935  59.887 106.500  -/+ 
75Hz 70.635  74.984 136.750  -/+
1680 x 1050 60Hz 65.290 59.954 146.250  -/+ 
VES
a  DMT 1920 x 1080 60Hz 67.500 60.000 148.500 +/+
 ✎The above display settings table observes the IBM/ VESA requirements and has been prepared based on an analogue 
input source.
 ✎The optimum display resolution is 1920x1080@60Hz. The optimum Timing mode is a vertical resolution of 60 Hz.
 
						

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Connections
Changing the Input Source
Source
 OSOurCE → ENTErE
Use to select TV or an external input 
sources such as a DVD / Blu-ray player / 
cable box / STB satellite receiver.
 ■TV / HDMI1/DVI / HDMI2 / 

a
V / 
Component / 

u SB /  a llShare
 ✎In the Source, connected inputs 
will be highlighted.
Edit Name
 OSOurCE → TOOLS → Edit Name
In the  Source, press the TOOLS button, and then you can 
set an external input sources name you want.
 ■ VC

r  / DVD / Cable STB / Satellite STB / PV r  STB / 
aV 

r eceiver / Game / Camcorder / PC / DVI PC /  
DVI Devices / TV / IPTV / Blu-ray / HD DVD / DM
a : 
Name the device connected to the input jacks to make 
your input source selection easier
 ✎When connecting a PC to the HDMI IN 1(DVI) port with 
HDMI cable, you should set the T V to PC mode under 
Edit Name .
 ✎When connecting a PC to the HDMI IN 1(DVI) port with 
HDMI to DVI cable, you should set the T V to DVI PC 
mode under Edit Name .
 ✎When connecting an AV devices to the HDMI IN 1(DVI) 
port with HDMI to DVI cable, you should set the T V to 
DVI Devices mode under Edit Name .
Edit Favourites
 OSOurCE → TOOLS → Edit Favourites
In the  Source, press the TOOLS button to select 
Edit Favourites. You can set an external input source to 
Favourites.
Information
 OSOurCE → TOOLS → Information
Y
ou can see detailed information about the selected external 
device.
refresh
 OSOurCE → TOOLS → refresh
In the  Source, If the external devices are not displayed, 
press the TOOLS button to select 
r efresh. Search for 
connected devices.
SOURCE