Samsung PS42A451P1XXC manuale d’uso

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English - 2 © 2008 Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. All rights reserved. User Instructions  Screen Image retention Do not display a still image (such as on a video game or when hooking up a PC to this PDP) on the plasma monitor panel for more than 2 hours as it can cause screen image retention. This image retention is also known as “screen burn?[...]

English - 3 Symbols ☛ ➢ Press Important Note Contents General Information  User Instructions ............................................. 2  Checking Parts ................................................ 4  Using the Stand-Base ..................................... 4  Control Panel .................................................[...]

English - 4 Checking Parts Owner ’s Instructions Remote Control/ AAA Batteries Power Cord Cloth-Clean Registration Card Cover-Bottom / Screws (2ea) (Refer to page 38) Ferrite Core for Power Cord Ferrite Core for S-Video Sold Separately Antenna Cable Component Cables Audio Cables PC Cable Scart Cable PC Audio Cable HDMI Cable HDMI/DVI Cable ➢ Fe[...]

English - 5 Control Panel 1 SOURCE T oggles between all the available input sources ( TV , Ext.1 , Ext.2 , A V , S-V ideo , Component , PC , HDMI1 , HDMI2, HDMI3) . ➢ In the on-screen menu, use this button as you would use the ENTER button on the remote control. 2 MENU Press to see an on-screen menu of your TV’s features. 3 – + Press to incre[...]

English - 6 Connection Panel Continued... ☛    Whenever you connect an audio or video system to your set, ensure that all elements are switched off.    When connecting an external device, match the colour of the connection terminal to the cable. 1 POWER IN Connect the supplied power cord. 2 COMPONENT IN Audio (AUDIO L/R) and vid[...]

English - 7 7 HDMI IN 1,2 − No additional Audio connection is needed for an HDMI to HDMI connection. − When using an HDMI/DVI cable connection, you must use the HDMI IN 2 jack. ➢ What is HDMI? - “High Definition Multimedia interface” allows the transmission of high definition digital video data and multiple channels of digital audio. - Th[...]

English - 8 Viewing the Remote Control 1 POWER button (turns the TV on and of f) 2 Selects the TV mode directly 3 Number buttons for direct channel access 4 One/T wo-digit channel selection 5 T emporary sound switch-off 6 V olume increase V olume decrease 7 Channel control button (Refer to page 15) 8 Use to quickly select frequently used functions.[...]

English - 9 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.  Do not mix battery types, i.e. alkaline and ma[...]

English - 10 Plug & Play Feature When the television is initially powered on, several basic customer settings proceed automatically and subsequently . The following settings are available. ☛  If you accidentally select the wrong country for your TV , the characters on the screen may be wrongly displayed. 1 If the television is in standby m[...]

English - 1 1 7 Press the ENTER button to start search the channels. The channel search will start and end automatically . After all the available channels are stored, Clock Set menu is automatically displayed. Press the ENTER button. 8 Press the ◄ or ► button to select Month , Day , Y ear , Hour , or Minute . Set these by pressing the ▲ or ?[...]

English - 12 Viewing External Signal Sources Y ou can switch between viewing signals from connected equipment, such as a VCR, DVD, Set-T op Box, and the TV source (broadcast or cable). 1 Press the MENU button to display the menu. 2 Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select Input , then press the ENTER button. 3 Press the ENTER button again to select So[...]

English - 13 Editing Device Names Y ou can give a name to the external source. 1 Press the MENU button to display the menu. 2 Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select Input , then press the ENTER button. 3 Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select Edit Name , then press the ENTER button. 4 Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select the external source to be ed[...]

English - 14 Storing Channels Manually Y ou can store television channels, including those received via cable networks. When storing channels manually , you can choose:  Whether or not to store each of the channels found.  The programme number of each stored channel which you wish to identify . 1 Press the MENU button to display the men[...]

English - 15 Adding / Locking Channels Using the Channel Manager , you can conveniently lock or add channels. 1 Press the MENU button to display the menu. 2 Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select Channel , then press the ENTER button. 3 Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select Channel Manager , then press the ENTER button.  Adding channels Using [...]

English - 16 Sorting the Stored Channels This operation allows you to change the programme numbers of the stored channels. This operation may be necessary after using the auto store. 1 Press the MENU button to display the menu. 2 Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select Channel , then press the ENTER button. 3 Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select Sor[...]

English - 17 Fine T uning Channel Reception If the reception is clear , you do not have to fine tune the channel, as this is done automatically during the search and store operation. If the signal is weak or distorted, you may have to fine tune the channel manually . 1 Press the MENU button to display the menu. 2 Press the ▲ or ▼ button to sele[...]

English - 18 Customizing the Picture Settings Y our television has several setting options that allow you to control the picture quality . 1 Press the MENU button to display the menu. 2 Press the ENTER button to select Picture . 3 Press the ENTER button again to select Mode . 4 Select the required mode by pressing the ▲ or ▼ button, then press [...]

English - 19 Configuring Detailed Settings on the Picture Y ou can set detailed picture settings. 1 Press the MENU button to display the menu. 2 Press the ENTER button to select Picture . 3 Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select Detailed Settings , then press the ENTER button. 4 Select the required option by pressing the ▲ or ▼ button, then pres[...]

English - 20 Picture Options Y ou can set detailed picture settings. 1 Press the MENU button to display the menu. 2 Press the ENTER button to select Picture . 3 Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select Picture Options , then press the ENTER button. 4 Select the required option by pressing the ▲ or ▼ button, then press the ENTER button. 5 When you [...]

English - 21  Screen Mode: 16:9/Wide Zoom/Zoom/4:3 When setting the picture size to Auto Wide in a 16:9 wide TV , you can determine the picture size you want to see the 4:3 WSS (Wide Screen Service) image or nothing. Each individual European country requires different picture size so this function is intended for users to select it. − 16:9 [...]

English - 22  ➢ Optimum condition for pixel shift; PC TV/Ext/A V/Component/HDMI Horizontal Dot 1 2 V ertical Line 1 2 Time (minute) 2 2 min  ➢ The Pixel Shift value may differ depending on the monitor size (inches) and mode.  ➢  This function is not available in the Just Scan mode. − White : This function helps remov[...]

English - 23 Sound Features 1 Press the MENU button to display the menu. 2 Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select Sound , then press the ENTER button. 3 Select the required option by pressing the ▲ or ▼ button, then press the ENTER button. Available options: Mode , Equalizer , SRS TS XT , Auto V olume , TV Speaker , Select Sound 4 When you are s[...]

English - 24 Selecting the Sound Mode (depending on the model) The DUAL I-II button displays/controls the processing and output of the audio signal. When power is switched on, the mode is automatically preset to either “DUAL-I” or “Stereo”, depending on the current transmission. Easy Setting 1 Press the TOOLS button on the remote control. 2[...]

English - 25 Time Features 1 Press the MENU button to display the menu. 2 Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select Setup , then press the ENTER button. 3 Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select Time , then press the ENTER button. 4 Select the required option by pressing the ▲ or ▼ button, then press the ENTER button. Available options: Clock Set , S[...]

English - 26 Language / Melody / Light Effect / Entertainment / Energy Saving / PIP 1 Press the MENU button to display the menu. 2 Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select Setup , then press the ENTER button. 3 Select the required option by pressing the ▲ or ▼ button, then press the ENTER button. Available options: Language , Melody , Light Effect[...]

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English - 28 Input Mode (PC) Both screen position and size will vary depending on the type of PC monitor and its resolution. The table below shows all of the display modes that are supported: D-Sub Input Mode Resolution Horizontal Frequency (kHz) V ertical Frequency (Hz) Pixel Clock Frequency (MHz) Sync Polarity (H/V) PS42A450/ PS42A451 PS50A450/ P[...]

English - 29 Setting the PC ➢ Preset to the PC mode by pressing the SOURCE button. 1 Press the MENU button to display the menu. 2 Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select Picture , then press the ENTER button. 3 Select the required option by pressing the ▲ or ▼ button, then press the ENTER button. 4 When you are satisfied with your setting, pres[...]

English - 30 Connecting Anynet + Devices The Anynet + system supports A V devices supporting Anynet + only . Check if there is an Anynet + mark on the A V device to be connected to the TV . T o directly connect to TV Connect the [HDMI 1], [HDMI 2] or [HDMI 3] jack on the TV and the HDMI OUT jack of the corresponding Anynet + device using the HDMI c[...]

English - 31 Setting Up Anynet + The following settings are to use Anynet + functions. Using the Anynet + Function 1 Press the MENU button to display the menu. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select Input , then press the ENTER button. 2 Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select Anynet + (HDMI-CEC) , then press the ENTER button. 3 Press the ▲ or ▼ b[...]

English - 32 Anynet + Menu The Anynet + menu changes depending on the type and status of the Anynet + devices connected to the TV . Anynet + Menu Description View TV Switches from Anynet + to TV broadcast mode. Select Device Y our TV connects to the corresponding device. Record Starts a recording. (This menu works only for a device supporting recor[...]

English - 33 Listening through a Receiver Y ou can listen to sound through a receiver instead of the TV speaker . 1 Press the MENU button to display the menu. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select Input , then press the ENTER button. 2 Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select Anynet + (HDMI-CEC) , then press the ENTER button. 3 Press the ▲ or ▼ bu[...]

English - 34 T eletext Feature (depending on the model) Most television stations provide written information services via teletext. The index page of the teletext service gives you information on how to use the service. In addition, you can select various options to suit your requirements by using the remote control buttons. ☛ For teletext inform[...]

English - 35 The teletext pages are organized according to six categories: Part Contents A B C D E F Selected page number . Broadcasting channel identity . Current page number or search indications. Date and time. T ext. Status information. F ASTEXT information. ➢ T eletext information is often divided between several pages displayed in sequence,[...]

English - 36 W all Mount Kit Specifications (VESA) Install your wall mount on a solid wall perpendicular to the floor . When attaching to other building materials, please contact your nearest dealer . If installed on a ceiling or slanted wall, it may fall and result in severe personal injury . Product Family inch VESA Spec. (A * B) Standard Screw Q[...]

English - 37 Entering the menu 1 Press the ▲, ▼, ◄ or ► button on your remote control. ➢ The W all Mount Adjustment screen is displayed. ➢ If the W all Mount Adjustment screen is not displayed when clicking on a direction button while watching your TV , use the menu to display that screen. • Press the MENU button to display the menu. [...]

English - 38 How to assemble the Stand-Base (depending on the model) Using the 6 screws for securing the stand base and the monitor , firmly attach the monitor to the stand base. (The exterior of the set may be different than the picture.) In case of installing your TV on the wall, close the cover ( 1 ) on the stand-base connection part using two s[...]

English - 39 Securing the TV to the W all Pulling, pushing, or climbing on the TV may cause the TV to fall. In particular , ensure your children do not hang over or destabilize the TV; doing so may cause the TV to tip over , causing serious injuries or death. Follow all safety precautions provided on the included Safety Flyer . For added stability [...]

English - 40 T roubleshooting Before contacting the Samsung after-sales service, perform the following simple checks. If you cannot solve the problem using the instructions below , note the model and serial number of the television and contact your local dealer . No sound or picture   Check that the mains lead has been connected to a wall soc[...]

English - 41 Specifications The descriptions and characteristics in this booklet are given for information purposes only and are subject to modification without notice. Model Name PS42A450/PS42A451 PS50A450/PS50A451 Screen Size (Diagonal) 42 inch 50 inch PC Resolution 1024 x 768 @ 60 Hz 1360 x 768 @ 60 Hz Sound (Output) 10 W x 2 10 W x 2 Dimension [...]

• The slots and openings in the cabinet and in the back or bottom are provided for necessary ventilation. T o ensure reliable operation of this apparatus, and to protect it from overheating, these slots and openings must never be blocked or covered. - Do not cover the slots and openings with a cloth or other materials. - Do not block the slots an[...]

IMPORT ANT NOTICE The mains lead on this equipment is supplied with a moulded plug incorporating a fuse. The value of the fuse is indicated on the pin face of the plug and, if it requires replacing, a fuse approved to BSI1362 of the same rating must be used. Never use the plug with the fuse cover omitted if the cover is detachable. If a replacement[...]

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Correct Disposal of This Product ( W aste E lectrical & E lectronic E quipment) (Applicable in the European Union and other European countries with separate collection systems) This marking shown on the product or its literature, indicates that it should not be disposed with other household wastes at the end of its working life. T o prevent pos[...]