Samsung Syncmaster T27a950 User Manual

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Advanced Features
Videos/Music/Photos Play Option menu
The following functions are enabled during playback.
CategoryOperationsr ecorded
TV Videos Music Photos
List Return to the file list.
> > > >
resume / Play 
continuoslyA movie file will begin to play from where it was stopped.> >
Play / Pause
You can start or pause a video or music file. Alternatively, the � (Play) or � (Pause) button on the remote can be used.> >
Set Section repeatYou can set up the function to repeat some section. You can also watch 
some section you want to.>
Edit Favourites Set files you watch frequently as favourites.>
Scene SearchYou can use the Scene Search function during playback to view or start a 
movie from the scene of your choice.> >
Title Search You can move directly to another Title.> >
Time Search
You can search the movie using l and r buttons at intervals of 1 minute.> >
repeat ModeYou can play movie and music files repeatedly.> > >
Shuffle ModeYou can play the music sequentially or randomly.>
Picture SizeYou can adjust the picture size to your preference.>
Sound ModeYou can change the Sound Mode.> > > >
Picture Mode You can change the Picture Mode.> > >
SubtitleYou can view a subtitle. You can select a specific language if the subtitle file 
contains multiple languages.> >
Previous / NextGo to previous / next photo file.>
Subtitle SettingDisplays the Subtitle Setting . You can set up a subtitle option.> >
Start Slide Show / 
Stop Slide Show You can start or stop a slide show. Alternatively, the � or � button on 
the remote can be used.>
Slide Show Speed You can select the slide show speed during the slide show. Alternatively, the � or μ button on the remote can be used.>
Slide Show EffectYou can set various slide show effects.>
Background Music 
On / OffYou can start or stop a background music.>
Background Music 
SettingYou can set and select background music when watching a photo file or 
slide show.>
Zoom
You can zoom into images in full screen mode.>
rotate
You can rotate images.>
 ✎Pressing the INFO button while a device name is selected will display information about the selected device name.
 ✎Pressing the INFO button while a file is selected will display information about the selected file.
 
						

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Advanced Features
About AllShare™
allShare™ connects your TV and compatible Samsung 
mobile phones/ devices thr ough a network. On your TV, 
you can view call arrivals, SMS messages and schedules 
set on your mobile phones. In addition, you can play media 
contents including videos, photos and music saved on your 
mobile phones or the other devices (such as your PC) by 
controlling them on the TV via the network. Additionally, you 
can use your TV for browsing web pages in your mobile 
phones.
 ✎For more information, visit “www.samsung.com” or 
contact the Samsung call centre. Mobile devices may 
need additional software installation. For details, refer to 
each device’s user’s guide.
 ¦ Setting  u p  a llShare™
 OMENu → Network → allShare Settings → 
ENTE rE
allShare Settings
 ■Media (On / Of f): 
Enables or disables the 
media function. When 
the media function is 
on, Media contents play 
can be controlled by a 
mobile phone or other 
devices that support 
DLNA DMC.
Media
Shows a list of mobile phones or connected devices which 
have been set up with this TV for using the Media function.
 ✎The Media function is available in all devices which 
support DLNA DMC.
 ya

llowed / Denied: Allows/Blocks the the devices.
 y Delete

: Deletes the devices from the list.
 ✎This function only deletes the name of the device 
from the list. If the deleted device is turned on or 
tries to connect to the T V, it may appear on the 
list again.
using the Media Function
An alarm window appears informing the user that the media 
contents (videos, photos, music) sent fr
om a mobile phone 
will be displayed on your TV. The contents are played 
automatically 3 seconds after the alarm window appears. 
If you press the 
r ET ur N or EXIT button when the alarm 
window appears, the media contents are not played.
 ✎NOTE
 xIf the media function executes for the first time, 
the warning popup window appears. Press the 
ENTE
rE button to select al low, then you can use 
Media function on that device.
 xTo turn off the media contents transmission from 
the mobile phone, set Media to Off in the  al lShare 
Settings .
 xContents may not be played on your T V depending 
on their resolution and format.
 xThe ENTErE and l / r buttons may not work 
depending on the type of media content.
 xUsing the mobile device, you can control the media 
playing. For details, refer to each mobile’s user’s 
guide.
AllShare SettingsMedia
 y The displayed image may dif fer 
depending on the model.
 
						

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Advanced Features
Anynet+
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 hav\
e the Anynet+ feature. To be sure your 
Samsung device has this feature, check if there is an Anynet+ logo on it.
 yY

ou can only control Anynet+ devices using the TV remote control, not the buttons on the TV.
 yThe TV r

emote control may not work under certain conditions. If this occurs, reselect the Anynet+ device.
 yThe Anynet+ functions do not operate with other manufactur

ers’ products.
 yFor the method of connecting exter

nal devices, refer to the supported user manual.
To connect to Home Theatre
1.
 
Connect the 
 HDMI IN (1(DVI), 2( ar C)) jack on the TV and the HDMI OUT jack of the corresponding Anynet+ device using 
an HDMI cable.
2.
 
Connect the HDMI IN jack of the home theatr
 e and the HDMI OUT jack of the corresponding Anynet+ device using an 
HDMI cable.
 ✎NOTE 
 xConnect the Optical cable between the DIGITaL  auD IO OuT ( OPTIC aL ) jack on your T V and the Digital Audio Input 
on the Home Theatre.
 xWhen following the connection above, the Optical jack only outputs 2 channel audio. You will only hear sound from 
the Home Theatre’s Front, Left and Right speakers and the subwoofer. If you want to hear 5.1 channel audio, connect 
the DIGIT
aL 

au
D
 IO O
uT (
 OPTIC a
L
 ) jack on the DVD / Satellite Box (i.e. Anynet Device 1 or 2) directly to the 
Amplifier or Home Theatre, not the T V.
 xYou can connect only one Home Theatre.
 xYou can connect an Anynet+ device using the HDMI cable. Some HDMI cables may not support Anynet+ functions.
 xAnynet+ works when the AV device supporting Anynet+ is in the standby or on status.
 xAnynet+ supports up to 12 AV devices in total. Note that you can connect up to 3 devices of the same type.
HDMI OUT
HDMI OUT
HDMI INDigital Audio InputHDMI OUT
HDMI INDVI
AUDIO IN2(ARC)1(DVI)
Home Theatre Anynet+ 
Device 2Anynet+ 
Device 1
     
						

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Advanced Features
anynet+ Menu
The Anynet+ menu changes depending on the type and status of the Anynet+\
 devices connected to the TV .
anynet+ Menu DescriptionV iew TV Changes Anynet+ mode to TV broadcast mode.
Device List Shows the Anynet+ device list.
(device_name) MEN
u
Shows the connected device menus. E.g. If a DVD r
 ecorder is connected, the disc menu of 
the DVD recorder will appear.
(device_name) TOOLS Shows the tools menu of the connected device. E.g. If a DVD recorder is connected, the 
play menu of the DVD recorder will appear.
 ✎Depending on the device, this menu may not be available.
(device_name) Title Menu Shows the title menu of the connected device. E.g. If a DVD recorder is connected, the title 
menu of the DVD recorder will appear.
 ✎Depending on the device, this menu may not be available.
r

eceiver Sound is played through the receiver.
If more than one recording device is connected, they are displayed as (*recorder) and if only one recording device is 
connected, it will be represented as (*device_name).
 ¦ Setting  u p  a nynet+
 OMENum → System → anynet+ (HDMI-CEC) → ENTErE
 ■anynet+ (HDMI-CEC) (Off / On)
To use the Anynet+ Function,  a nynet+ (HDMI-CEC) must be set to On.
 ✎When the anynet+ (HDMI-CEC) function is disabled, all the Anynet+ related operations are deactivated.
 ■a

uto Turn Off (No / Yes): Setting an Anynet+ Device to turn off automatically when the TV is turned off.
 ✎If auto Turn Off is set to Yes , running external devices will turn off at the same time as the T V powers off. 
However, a device may not turn off if recording is in progress.
 ✎May not be enabled depending on the device.
 ¦ Switching between  a nynet+ Devices 
1. Press the TOOLS button to select  a nynet+ (HDMI-CEC). And then press the ENTE rE button to select Device List.
 ✎If you cannot find a device you want, select Refresh to refresh the list.
2.
 
Select a device and pr
 ess the ENTE r
E button. You can switch to the selected device.
 ✎The Device List menu will only appear when you set an ynet+ (HDMI-CEC) to On in the System menu.
 xSwitching to the selected device may take up to 2 minutes. You cannot cancel the operation during the switching 
operation.
 xIf you have selected external input mode by pressing the SOu rC E button, you cannot use the Anynet+ function. 
Make sure to switch to an Anynet+ device by using the Device List.
 
						

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Advanced Features
 ¦Listening thr ough a  r eceiver
You can listen to sound through a receiver (i.e Home Theatre) instead of the TV Speaker.
1.
 
Select 
 r eceiver and set to On.
2.
 
Pr
 ess the EXIT button to exit.
 ✎If your receiver supports audio only, it may not appear in the device list.
 ✎The receiver will work when you have properly connected the optical in jack of the receiver to the DIGITaL  auD IO 
OuT ( OPTIC aL ) jack of the T V.
 ✎When the receiver (i.e Home Theatre) is set to On , you can hear sound output from the T V’s Optical jack. When the 
T V is displaying a DT V (aerial) signal, the T V will send out 5.1 channel sound to the receiver. When the source is a 
digital component such as a DVD and is connected to the T V via HDMI, only 2 channel sound will be heard from 
the receiver.
u

sing the  ar C function
You can listen to sound through a receiver connected using an HDMI cable without the need for a separate op\
tical cable.
1.
 
Select 
 r eceiver and set to On.
2.
 
Pr

ess the EXIT button to exit.
 ✎To use the ARC function, a receiver which supports the HDMI-CEC and ARC features must be connected to the HDMI 
IN 2 (a rC ) port.
 ✎To disable the ARC function, set the re ceiver to Off. Even if the T V transmits the ARC signal continuously, the receiver 
will be blocked from receiving the signal.
 
						

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Advanced Features
 ¦Troubleshooting for  a nynet+
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 
an

ynet+ (HDMI-CEC) is set to On in the Anynet+ setup menu.
•	 Check whether the TV remote control is in TV mode.
•	 Check whether the remote control is Anynet+ compatible.
•	 Anynet+ doesn’t work in certain situations. (Searching channels, operating  Smart Hub or Plug & Play  (initial 
setup), etc.) 
•	 When connecting or removing the HDMI cable, please make sure to search devices again or turn your TV off 
and on again.
•	 Check if the Anynet+ Function of Anynet+ device is set on.
I want to start Anynet+. •	Check if the Anynet+ device is properly connected to the TV and check if the 
an

ynet+ (HDMI-CEC) is set to 
On  in the Anynet+ Setup menu.
•	 Press the  TOOLS button to display the Anynet+ menu and select a menu you want.
I want to exit Anynet+. •	Select  View TV  in the Anynet+ menu.
•	 Press the  SO
u

r
C
 E button on the TV remote control and select a device other than Anynet+ devices.
•	 Press 
, and  PrE-CH  to change the TV mode. (Note that the channel button operates only when a 
tuner-embedded Anynet+ device is not connected.)
The message “Connecting to 
Anynet+ device...” appears on the 
screen. •	
You cannot use the remote control when you are configuring Anynet+ or switching to a view mode.
•	 Use the remote control when the Anynet+ setting or switching to view mode is complete.
The Anynet+ device does not play. •	You cannot use the play function when  Plug & Play (Initial setup) is in progress.
The connected device is not 
displayed. •	
Check whether or not the device supports Anynet+ functions.
•	 Check whether or not the HDMI cable is properly connected.
•	 Check whether 
an

ynet+ (HDMI-CEC)  is set to On in the Anynet+ setup menu.
•	 Search Anynet+ devices again.
•	 You can connect an Anynet+ device using the HDMI cable only. Some HDMI cables may not support Anynet+ 
functions.
•	 If connection is terminated because there has been a power interruption or the HDMI cable has been 
disconnected, please repeat the device scan.
The TV sound is not output 
through the receiver. •	
Connect the optical cable between TV and the receiver.
•	 The ARC function enables digital output of sound using the  HDMI IN 2 (
a

r
C
 ) port and can only be operated 
when the TV is connected to an audio receiver that supports the ARC function.
 
						

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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 p\
ages 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. Press the button 
twice to overlap the Teletext mode 
with the current broadcasting 
screen. Press it one more time to 
exit teletext.
2
8 (store): Stores the Teletext 
pages.
3
4 (size): Displays the teletext 
on the upper half of the screen in 
double-size. To move the text to 
the lower half of the screen, press 
it again. For normal display, press 
it once again.
4
9 (hold): Holds the display at 
the current page, in the case that 
there are several secondary pages 
that follow automaticially. To undo, 
press it again.
5 Colour buttons (red, green, yellow, 
blue): If the FASTEXT system 
is used by the broadcasting 
company, the different topics on 
a Teletext page are colour-coded 
and can be selected by pressing 
the coloured buttons. Press the 
colour corresponding to the topic 
of your choice. A new colour-
coded page is displayed. Items 
can be selected in the same way. 
To display the previous or next 
page, press the corresponding 
coloured button.
6
0 (mode): Selects the Teletext 
mode (LIST/ FLOF).
If pressed during LIST mode, 
switches the mode to List save 
mode. In List save mode, you can 
save a Teletext page into a list 
using the 
8(store) button.
7
1 (sub-page): Displays the 
available sub-page.
82 (page up): Displays the next 
Teletext page.
9
3 (page down): Displays the 
previous Teletext page.
0
6 (index): Displays the index 
(contents) page at any time while 
you are viewing Teletext.
!
5 (reveal): Displays the hidden 
text (answers to quiz games, for 
example). To display the normal 
screen, press it again.
@
7 (cancel): Shrinks the Teletext 
display to overlap with the current 
broadcast.
Typical Teletext page
Part Contents
aSelected page 
number
 .
B Broadcasting channel 
identity.
C Current page number 
or search indications.
D Date and time.
E Text.
F Status information. 
FASTEXT information.
CH LIST
MENU
TOOLS
RETURNEXIT
INFO
TTX/MIX
ABCD
6
7
8
9
!
@
0
1
3
2
4
5
GPRE-CH
SOURCE
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Other Information
Assembling the Cables
Use the Cable Holder to hide the cables behind the stand.
 ✎The colour and the appearance may differ depending on the product, and the specifications are subject to change 
without prior notice to improve the performance.
Anti-theft Kensington Lock
The Kensington Lock is not supplied by Samsung. It is a device used to p\
hysically 
fix the system when using it in a public place. The appearance and loc\
king method 
may differ from the illustration depending on the manufacturer. Refer to the manual 
provided with the Kensington Lock for additional information on proper use.
 ✎Please find a “K” icon on the rear of the T V. A kensington slot is beside the “K” 
icon.
To lock the product, follow these steps:
1.
 
W

rap the Kensington lock cable around a large, stationary object such as desk 
or chair.
2.
 
Slide the end of the cable with the lock attached thr

ough the looped end of the 
Kensington lock cable.
3.
 
Insert the locking device into the Kensington slot on the pr

oduct (1).
4.
 
Lock the lock.
 ✎These are general instructions. For exact instructions, see the User manual supplied with the locking device.
 ✎The locking device has to be purchased separately.
 ✎The location of the Kensington slot may be different depending on the T V model.
 y The displayed image may dif
 fer 
depending on the model.
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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.
IssuesSolutions 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. 19). 
PC is always shown on the source list, 
even if a PC is not connected. •	
This is normal; “PC” is always shown on the source list, regardless of whether a PC is connected.
The video is OK but there is no audio. •	If you are using a HDMI connection, check the audio output setting on your PC.
Picture Quality First of all, please perform the Picture Test and confirm that your TV is properly displaying test image. 
(go to  MEN
u 

- Support - Self Diagnosis  - Picture Test ) (p. 44)
If the test image is properly displayed, the poor picture may caused by the source or signal.
The TV image does not look as good as it 
did in the store. •	
If you have an analogue cable/set top box, upgrade to a digital set top box. Use HDMI or Component 
cables to deliver HD (high definition) picture quality.
•	 Cable/Satellite subscribers: Try HD stations from the channel line up.
•	 Antenna connection: Try HD stations after performing Auto programme.
 ✎Many HD channels are up scaled from SD(Standard Definition) contents.
•	 Adjust the Cable/Set top box video output resolution to 1080i or 720p.
•	 Make sure you are watching the TV at the minimum recommended distance based on the size and 
definition of the signal.
The picture is distorted: macro block error, 
small block, dots, pixelization •	
Compression of video contents may cause picture distortion especially in fast moving pictures such 
as sports and action movies.
•	 Low signal level or bad quality can cause picture distortion. This is not a TV issue.
•	 Mobile phones used close to the TV (cca up to 1m) may cause noise in picture on analogue and 
digital TV.
Colour is wrong or missing. •	If you’re using a component connection, make sure the component cables are connected to the 
correct jacks. Incorrect or loose connections may cause colour problems or a blank screen.
There is poor colour or brightness. •	Adjust the  Picture options in the TV menu. (go to  Picture Mode / Colour / Brightness / Sharpness ) 
(p. 28) 
•	 Adjust  Energy Saving  option in the TV menu. (go to  MEN
u 

- System - Eco Solution - Energy 
Saving ) (p. 41)
•	 Try resetting the picture to view the default picture settings. (go to  MEN
u 

- Picture - 
re

set Picture) 
(p. 33)
There is a dotted line on the edge of the 
screen. •	
If the picture size is set to  Screen Fit, change it to  16:9 (p. 28). 
•	 Change cable/set top box resolution.
The picture is black and white. •	If you are using an AV composite input, connect the video cable (yellow) to the Green jack of 
component input 1 on the TV.
When changing channels, the picture 
freezes or is distorted or delayed. •	
If connected with a cable box, please try to reset the cable box. Reconnect the AC cord and wait until 
the cable box reboots. It may take up to 20 minutes.
•	 Set the output resolution of the cable box to 1080i or 720p.
3D
The 3D Active Glasses are not working 
correctly •	
Make sure the glasses are turned on.
•	 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.
The screen seems to flicker slightly when 
you watch 3D images. •	
You may notice a small amount of screen flickering when watching 3D images under a fluorescent 
lamp (50Hz ~ 60Hz), a 3 wavelength lamp, or a strobe light. If this occures, dim the light or turn it off 
entirely.
The 3D images don’t look quite right. •	The ideal viewing distance is three times or more the height of the screen.
•	 We also recommend sitting with viewer’s eyes on a level with the screen
The batteries in the 3D glasses don’t last •	Turn off 3D glasses while not using them. If you leave 3D glasses on, battery lifespan is shortened
 
						

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IssuesSolutions and Explanations
Sound Quality First of all, please perform the Sound Test to confirm that your TV audio is properly operating.
(go to  MENu 
- Support - Self Diagnosis - Sound Test ) (p. 44)
If the audio is  OK, the sound problem may caused by the source or signal.
There is no sound or the sound is too low 
at maximum volume. •	
Please check the volume the of external device connected to your TV.
The picture is good but there is no sound. •	Set the  Speaker Select  option to TV Speaker  in the sound menu (p. 35).
•	 If you are using an external device, make sure the audio cables are connected to the correct audio 
input jacks on the TV.
•	 If you are using an external device, check the device’s audio output option (ex. you may need to 
change your cable box’s audio option to HDMI when you have a HDMI connected to your TV).
•	 If you are using a DVI to HDMI cable, a separate audio cable is required.
•	 If your TV has a headphone jack, make sure there is nothing plugged into it.
The speakers are making an inappropriate 
noise. •	
Check the cable connections. Make sure a video cable is not connected to an audio input.
•	 For antenna or cable connections, check the signal strength. Low signal level may cause sound 
distortion.
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  POWE
r 

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. •	Ensure the  Sleep Timer  is set to Off in the  System  menu (p. 40). 
•	 If your PC is connected to the TV, check your PC power settings.
•	 Make sure the AC power cord is plugged in securely to the wall outlet and the TV.
•	 When watching TV from an antenna or cable connection, the TV will turn off after 10 ~ 15 minutes if 
there is no signal.
There is no picture/Video. •	Check cable connections (remove and reconnect all cables connected to the TV and external 
devices).
•	 Set your external devices’ (Cable/Set top Box, DVD, Blu-ray etc) video outputs to match the 
connections to the TV input. For example, if an external device’s output is HDMI, it should be connect 
to an HDMI input on the TV.
•	 Make sure your connected devices are powered on.
•	 Be sure to select the TV’s correct source by pressing the  SO
u

r
C
 E button on the TV remote.
RF(Cable/Antenna) Connection
The TV is not receiving all channels. •	Make sure the Antenna cable is connected securely.
•	 Please try  Plug & Play  (Initial setup) to add available channels to the channel list. Go to  MEN
u 

- 
System - Plug & Play  (Initial setup) and wait for all available channels to be stored (p. 14).
•	 Verify the Antenna is positioned correctly.
The picture is distorted: macro block error 
small block, dots, pixelization •	
Compression of video contents may cause picture distortion, especially with fast moving pictures 
such as sports and action movies.
•	 A low signal can cause picture distortion. This is not a TV issue.
Network Connection
The wireless network connection failed. •	The Samsung Wireless USB dongle is required to use a wireless network.
•	 Make sure the Network Connection is set to  Wireless.
•	 Make sure the TV is connected to a wireless IP sharer (router).
Software Upgrade over the network fails. •	Run  Network Test  in the Network  menu to confirm the connection.
•	 If you have the latest Software (SW) version, the SW upgrade will not proceed.
Recording / Timeshift
The USB device is not recognized or a 
Device Format , Checking Device  or 
Device Performance Test  fails.•	
See the manual for the USB device to check that the USB device supports recording.
•	 If the USB device has a lock, ensure it is off.
•	 Check that the USB device can be formatted when connected to the PC. Connect the USB to the TV 
and format it. (Formatting may fail intermittently.)
•	 If a Device Performance Test  or formatting failed, it means that there is a problem with the USB 
hardware or the performance of the USB hardware is too low.