Samsung BE43R User manual

User Manual
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BE43R BE49R
The color and the appearance may differ depending on the product, and the content in
the manual is subject to change without prior notice to improve the performance.
Recommended hours of use per day of this product is under 8 hours.
If the product is used for longer than 8 hours a day, the warranty may be void.

Table of contents
Before Using the Product
Safety Precautions 6
Safety symbols 6
Cleaning 7
Storage 7
Electricity and Safety 7
Installation 9
Operation 10
Preparations
Checking the Components 14
Components 14
Parts 15
Control Panel 15
Reverse Side 17
Anti-theft Lock 18
Remote Control 19
Before Installing the Product (Installation
Guide) 21
Ventilation 21
Installing the Wall Mount 22
Installing the Wall Mount Kit 22
Wall Mount Kit Specifications (VESA) 22
Connecting and Using
a Source Device
Before Connecting 23
Pre-connection Checkpoints 23
Connecting to a PC 23
Connection using the DVI-RGB Cable 23
Connection using a DVI Cable (Digital type) 24
Connection Using an HDMI-DVI Cable 24
Connection Using an HDMI Cable 25
Connecting to a Video Device 26
Connection Using the AV Cable 26
Connection Using the component Cable 26
Connection Using an HDMI Cable 27
Connection Using an HDMI-DVI Cable 27
Connecting to an Audio System 28
Connecting the Antenna 28
Connecting the LAN Cable 29
Changing the Input source 30
Source 30
Multiple Display Control
Cable Connection 31
RS232C Cable 31
LAN Cable 32
Connection 34
Control Codes 35
Using MDC 44
MDC Program Installation/Uninstallation 44
Screen Adjustment
Picture Mode 45
If the input source is PC, DVI(PC), HDMI(PC) 45
If the input source is TV, AV, Component, DVI(AV),
HDMI(AV) 45
Backlight / Contrast / Brightness / Sharpness /
Color / Tint (G/R) 46
Gamma 46
Calibrated Value 47
Picture Size 48
Picture Size 48
Position 49
Zoom/Position 49
Resolution Select 50
Auto Adjustment 50
PC Screen Adjustment 51
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PIP 52
Advanced Settings 53
Dynamic Contrast 54
Black Tone 54
Flesh Tone 54
RGB Only Mode 54
Color Space 54
White Balance 55
Motion Lighting 55
Picture Options 56
Color Tone 57
Color Temp. 57
Digital Clean View 57
MPEG Noise Filter 57
HDMI Black Level 58
Film Mode 58
Dynamic Backlight 58
Picture Off 59
Reset Picture 59
Sound Adjustment
Sound Mode 60
HDMI Sound 61
Sound Effect 62
Equalizer 62
Speaker Settings 63
Speaker Select 63
Auto Volume 63
Reset Sound 64
Broadcasting
Auto Program 65
Antenna 66
Channel List 67
Mode 67
Guide 68
Schedule Manager 68
Edit Channel 69
Edit Favorites 71
Channel Settings 74
Fine Tune 74
Clear Scrambled Channel 74
Audio Options 75
Preferred Language 75
Multi-Track Sound 75
Visual Impaired 75
Program Rating Lock 76
Caption 78
Caption 78
Network
Network Status 80
Network Settings 80
Network type 80
Network Settings (Wired) 81
AllShare Settings 83
Content Sharing 83
Server Network Settings 83
Connect to Server 83
Server Access 83
FTP Mode 83
Device Name 84
Applications
Source List 85
Refresh 85
Edit Name 85
Information 85
MagicInfo Lite 86
Playing content from the internal memory or
USB 86
Network Channel 87
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System
Setup 89
Menu Language 90
Multi Control 90
Configuring settings for Multi Control 90
Time 91
Clock 91
Sleep Timer 92
On Timer 92
Off Timer 93
Holiday Management 93
Eco Solution 94
Energy Saving 94
Eco Sensor 94
No Signal Power Off 94
Auto Power Off 94
Auto Protection Time 95
Screen Burn Protection 96
Pixel Shift 96
Timer 97
Immediate Display 98
Side Gray 98
Ticker 99
Video Wall 100
Video Wall
100
Format 100
Horizontal 100
Vertical 101
Screen Position 101
Source AutoSwitch Settings 102
Source AutoSwitch 102
Primary Source Recovery 102
Primary Source 102
Secondary Source 103
Change PIN 104
General 105
Max. Power Saving 105
Game Mode 105
Auto Power On 105
Safety Lock 105
Button Lock 106
Standby Control 106
Network Standby 106
Lamp Schedule 107
OSD Display 108
Power On Adjustment 108
Temperature Control 108
Power Button 108
Anynet+ (HDMI-CEC)109
Anynet+ (HDMI-CEC)109
Auto Turn Off 110
Troubleshooting for Anynet+ 111
Clone Product 113
DVI Connection 113
Reset System 114
Reset All 114
PC Module Power 115
Synced Power-On 115
Synced Power-Off 115
Support
Software Update 116
Update now 116
Contact Samsung 116
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Playing photos, videos and
music (Media Play)
Read the following before using media play with
a USB device 117
Using a USB device 119
Menu items in the media content list page 120
Available buttons and features during photo
playback 121
Available buttons and features during video
playback 122
Available buttons and features during music
playback 123
Supported Subtitle and Media play file
formats 124
Subtitle 124
Compatible image file format 124
Supported music file formats 125
Supported Video Formats 125
Troubleshooting Guide
Requirements Before Contacting Samsung
Customer Service Center 128
Testing the Product 128
Checking the Resolution and Frequency 128
Check the followings. 129
Specifications
General 135
Preset Timing Modes 136
Appendix
Responsibility for the Pay Service (Cost to
Customers) 137
Not a product defect 137
A Product damage caused by customer's
fault 137
Others 137
Prevention of Afterimage Burn-in 138
What is afterimage burn-in? 138
Recommended prevention practices 138
License 139
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Before Using the Product
Chapter 01
Safety Precautions
The following safety instructions are to ensure your personal safety and prevent property
damage. Please read the following to ensure the proper use of the product.
Safety symbols
Symbol Name Meaning
Warning A serious or fatal injury may result if instructions are not followed.
Caution
Personal injury or damage to properties may result if instructions
are not followed.
Prohibition Do NOT attempt.
Instruction Follow directions.
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK. DO NOT OPEN.
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). THERE
ARE NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER ALL SERVICING TO QUALIFIED PERSONNEL.
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.
AC voltage: Rated voltage marked
with this symbol is AC voltage.
This symbol indicates that this
product has included important
literature concerning operation and
maintenance.
DC voltage: Rated voltage marked
with this symbol is DC voltage.
Class II product: This symbol
indicates that a safety connection
to electrical earth (ground) is not
required. If this symbol is not present
on a product with a mains lead,
the product MUST have a reliable
connection to protective earth
(ground).
Caution. Consult instructions for use:
This symbol instructs the user to
consult the user manual for further
safety related information.

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Cleaning
―Exercise care when cleaning as the panel and exterior of advanced LCDs are easily scratched.
―Take the following steps when cleaning.
―The following images are for reference only. Real-life situations may differ from what is
shown in the images.
1
Power off the product and computer.
2
Disconnect the power cord from the product.
―Hold the power cable by the plug and do not touch the cable with
wet hands. Otherwise, an electric shock may result.
!
3
Wipe the product with a clean, soft and dry cloth.
•Do not use detergents that contain alcohol, solvent
or surface-active agents.
•Do not spray water or detergent directly on the
product.
4
Wet a soft and dry cloth in water and wring thoroughly to clean
the exterior of the product.
5
Connect the power cord to the product when cleaning is
finished.
6
Power on the product and computer.
Storage
Due to the characteristics of high-glossy products, using a UV humidifier nearby may create
white-colored stains on the product.
―Contact Customer Service Center if the inside of the product needs cleaning (service fee will
be charged).
Electricity and Safety
―The following images are for reference only. Real-life situations may differ from what is
shown in the images.
Warning
Do not use a damaged power cord or plug, or a loose power socket.
•An electric shock or fire may result.
Do not use multiple products with a single power socket.
•Overheated power sockets may cause a fire.
Do not touch the power plug with wet hands. Otherwise, an electric
shock may result.
!
Insert the power plug all the way in so it is not loose.
•An unsecure connection may cause a fire.

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!
Connect the power plug to a grounded power socket (type 1 insulated
devices only).
•An electric shock or injury may result.
Do not bend or pull the power cord with force. Be careful not to leave
the power cord under a heavy object.
•Damage to the cord may result in a fire or electric shock.
Do not place the power cord or product near heat sources.
•A fire or electric shock may result.
!
Clean any dust around the pins of the power plug or the power socket
with a dry cloth.
•A fire may result.
Caution
Do not disconnect the power cord while the product is being used.
•The product may become damaged by an electric shock.
!
Only use the power cord provided with your product by Samsung. Do
not use the power cord with other products.
•A fire or electric shock may result.
!
Keep the power socket where the power cord is connected
unobstructed.
•The power cord must be disconnected to cut off power to the
product when an issue occurs.
•Note that the product is not completely powered down by using
only the power button on the remote.
!
Hold the plug when disconnecting the power cord from the power
socket.
•An electric shock or fire may result.

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Installation
Warning
DO NOT PLACE CANDLES, INSECT REPELLANTS OR CIGARETTES ON
TOP OF THE PRODUCT. DO NOT INSTALL THE PRODUCT NEAR HEAT
SOURCES.
•A fire may result.
!
Have a technician install the wall-mount hanger.
•Installation by an unqualified person can result in an injury.
•Only use approved cabinets.
Do not install the product in poorly ventilated spaces such as a
bookcase or closet.
•An increased internal temperature may cause a fire.
!
Install the product at least 10cm away from the wall to allow
ventilation.
•An increased internal temperature may cause a fire.
!
Keep the plastic packaging out of the reach of children.
•Children may suffocate.
!
Bend and keep part of the outdoor TV antenna cable hanging
downwards (the part inside the room) to prevent rainwater from
entering the product.
•If rainwater enters the product, a fire or electric shock can occur.
!
When using an outdoor antenna, be sure to install the antenna away
from nearby power lines to prevent the antenna from collapsing onto
them in strong winds.
•A collapsed antenna can cause an electric shock or injury.
Do not install the product on an unstable or vibrating surface
(insecure shelf, sloped surface, etc.)
•The product may fall and become damaged and/or cause an
injury.
•Using the product in an area with excess vibration may damage
the product or cause a fire.
!
Do not install the product in a vehicle or a place exposed to dust,
moisture (water drips, etc.), oil, or smoke.
•A fire or electric shock may result.
Do not expose the product to direct sunlight, heat, or a hot object
such as a stove.
•The product lifespan may be reduced or a fire may result.
Do not install the product within the reach of young children.
•The product may fall and injure children.
•As the front is heavy, install the product on a flat and stable
surface.
Edible oil, such as soybean oil, can damage or deform the product. Do
not install the product in a kitchen or near a kitchen counter.

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Caution
!
Do not drop the product while moving.
•Product failure or personal injury may result.
Do not set down the product on its front.
•The screen may become damaged.
When installing the product on a cabinet or shelf, make sure that the
bottom edge of the front of the product is not protruding.
•The product may fall and become damaged and/or cause an
injury.
•Install the product only on cabinets or shelves of the right size.
!
Set down the product gently.
•Product failure or personal injury may result.
SAMSUNG
!
Installing the product in an unusual place (a place exposed to a lot of
fine dust, chemical substances, extreme temperatures or a significant
presence of moisture, or a place where the product will operate
continuously for an extended period of time) may seriously affect its
performance.
•Be sure to consult Samsung Customer Service Center if you want
to install the product at such a place.
Operation
Warning
There is a high voltage inside the product. Never disassemble, repair
or modify the product yourself.
•A fire or electric shock may result.
•Contact Samsung Customer Service Center for repairs.
!
Before moving the product, turn off the power switch and disconnect
the power cord, antenna cable and all other connected cables.
•Damage to the cord may result in a fire or electric shock.
!
If the product generates abnormal sounds, a burning smell or smoke,
disconnect the power cord immediately and contact Samsung
Customer Service Center.
•An electric shock or fire may result.
Do not let children hang from the product or climb on top of it.
•Children may become injured or seriously harmed.
If the product is dropped or the outer case is damaged, turn off the
power switch and disconnect the power cord. Then contact Samsung
Customer Service Center.
•Continued use can result in a fire or electric shock.

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Do not leave heavy objects or items that children like (toys, sweets,
etc.) on top of the product.
•The product or heavy objects may fall as children try to reach for
the toys or sweets resulting in a serious injury.
!
During a lightning or thunderstorm, remove the power cable and do
not touch the antenna cable.
•A fire or electric shock may result.
!
Do not drop objects on the product or apply impact.
•A fire or electric shock may result.
Do not move the product by pulling the power cord or any cable.
•Product failure, an electric shock or fire may result from a
damaged cable.
!GAS
If a gas leakage is found, do not touch the product or power plug.
Also, ventilate the area immediately.
•Sparks can cause an explosion or fire.
Do not lift or move the product by pulling the power cord or any
cable.
•Product failure, an electric shock or fire may result from a
damaged cable.
!
Do not use or keep combustible spray or an inflammable substance
near the product.
•An explosion or fire may result.
Ensure the vents are not blocked by tablecloths or curtains.
•An increased internal temperature may cause a fire.
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Do not insert metallic objects (chopsticks, coins, hairpins, etc) or
objects that burn easily (paper, matches, etc) into the product (via the
vent or input/output ports, etc).
•Be sure to power off the product and disconnect the power
cord when water or other foreign substances have entered the
product. Then contact Samsung Customer Service Center.
•Product failure, an electric shock or fire may result.
Do not place objects containing liquid (vases, pots, bottles, etc) or
metallic objects on top of the product.
•Be sure to power off the product and disconnect the power
cord when water or other foreign substances have entered the
product. Then contact Samsung Customer Service Center.
•Product failure, an electric shock or fire may result.

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Caution
!
Leaving the screen fixed on a stationary image for an extended period
of time may cause afterimage burn-in or defective pixels.
•Activate power-saving mode or a moving-picture screen saver if
you will not be using the product for an extended period of time.
-_-
!
Disconnect the power cord from the power socket if you do not plan
on using the product for an extended period of time (vacation, etc).
•Dust accumulation combined with heat can cause a fire, electric
shock or electric leakage.
!
Use the product at the recommended resolution and frequency.
•Your eyesight may deteriorate.
Do not hold the product upside-down or move it by holding the stand.
•The product may fall and become damaged or cause an injury.
!
Looking at the screen too close for an extended period of time can
deteriorate your eyesight.
Do not use humidifiers or stoves around the product.
•A fire or electric shock may result.
!
Rest your eyes for more than 5 minutes for every 1 hour of product
use.
•Eye fatigue will be relieved.
Do not touch the screen when the product has been turned on for an
extended period of time as it will become hot.
!
Store small accessories out of the reach of children.
!
Exercise caution when adjusting the product angle or stand height.
•Your hand or finger may get stuck and injured.
•Tilting the product at an excessive angle may cause the product
to fall and an injury may result.
Do not place heavy objects on the product.
•Product failure or personal injury may result.
When using headphones or earphones, do not turn the volume too
high.
•Having the sound too loud may damage your hearing.

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Be careful that children do not place the battery in their mouths
when removed from the remote control. Place the battery in a
location that children or infants cannot reach.
•If children have had the battery in their mouths, consult your
doctor immediately.
!
When replacing the battery, insert it with the right polarity (+, -).
•Otherwise, the battery may become damaged or it may cause
fire, personal injury or damage due to leakage of the internal
liquid.
Use only the specified standardized batteries, and do not use a new
battery and a used battery at the same time.
•Otherwise, the batteries may be damaged or cause fire, personal
injury or damage due to a leakage of the internal liquid.
!
The batteries (and rechargeable batteries) are not ordinary refuse
and must be returned for recycling purposes. The customer is
responsible for returning the used or rechargeable batteries for
recycling.
•The customer can return used or rechargeable batteries to a
nearby public recycling center or to a store selling the same
type of the battery or rechargeable battery.

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Preparations
Chapter 02
– Contact the vendor where you
purchased the product if any
components are missing.
– The pictures may look different from
the actual components.
– The RS232C adapter can be used to
connect to another monitor using the
D-SUB (9-pin) type RS232C cable.
Checking the Components
Components
Quick Setup Guide Warranty card
(Not available in some locations) Regulatory guide Power cord
Batteries (AAA x 2)
(Not available in some locations) Remote Control RS232C adapter

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Parts
Control Panel
Power indicator & Remote sensor
Speaker
Power button
Remote sensor
―The color and shape of parts may differ from what is shown. Specifications are subject to change without notice
to improve quality.
Parts Description
Power button Turns the product on or off.
Remote sensor
Press a button on the remote control pointing at the remote sensor on the product to
perform the corresponding function.
―Using other display devices in the same space as the remote control of this product
can cause the other display devices to be inadvertently controlled.
Use the remote control within 7 m to 10 m from the sensor on the product at an angle
of 30° from the left and right.
―Store used batteries out of reach of children and recycle.
―Do not use a new and used battery together. Replace both batteries at the same
time.
―Remove batteries when the remote control is not to be used for an extended period
of time.

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―The power button is located on the bottom right front of the product.
―If you press the power button on the product when the product is turned
on, the control menu will be displayed.
Control menu
Press: Move
Press & Hold: Select
Power Off
Buttons Description
Power Off
Power off the product.
With the control menu screen displayed, briefly press the power button to
move the cursor to Power Off , and then press and hold the power button
to turn off the product.
Source
Select the connected input source.
With the control menu screen displayed, briefly press the power button to
move the cursor to Source , and then press and hold the power button to
display the input source screen.
With the input source screen displayed, press and hold the power button to
switch to the desired input source.
―The power button can only be used for Power Off and Source.
―To exit from the control menu screen, wait for 3 seconds or more without pressing the power button.

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Reverse Side
―The color and shape of parts may differ from what is shown.
Specifications are subject to change without notice to improve quality.
Port Description
USB ¨(1.0A)
Connect to a USB memory device.
―The USB ports on the product accept a maximum constant current of
1.0A. If the maximum value is exceeded, USB ports may not work.
HDMI IN 1
Connects to a source device using a HDMI cable or HDMI-DVI cable.
―HDMI sources do not support DOLBY AUDIO.
HDMI IN 2
DVI/MAGICINFO IN
DVI IN: Connects to a source device using a DVI cable or HDMI-DVI cable.
MAGICINFO IN: Connects to a network box using DP-DVI cable to use
Magicinfo.
RS232C IN
Connects to MDC using an RS232C adapter.
AV/COMPONENT IN
Connects to a source device using the AV/Component adapter.
RJ45 •Connect to a network using the LAN cable. (10/100 Mbps)
•Connect to MDC using the LAN cable.
ANT IN
Connect to an antenna cable.
AV/COMPONENT/DVI/HDMI AUDIO IN
Receives sound from a source device via an audio cable.
AUDIO OUT
Outputs sound to an audio device via an audio cable.

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Anti-theft Lock
―An anti-theft lock allows you to use the product securely even in public places.
―The locking device shape and locking method depend on the manufacturer. Refer to the user guide provided with your anti-theft locking device for
details.
―The following images are for reference only. Real-life situations may differ from what is shown in the images.
To lock an anti-theft locking device:
1
Fix the cable of your anti-theft locking device to a heavy object such as a desk.
2
Put one end of the cable through the loop on the other end.
3
Insert the locking device into the anti-theft lock slot at the back of the product.
4
Lock the locking device.
– An anti-theft locking device can be purchased separately.
– Refer to the user guide provided with your anti-theft locking device for details.
– Anti-theft locking devices can be purchased at electronics retailers or online.

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– Remote control button functions
may differ for different products.
Remote Control
―Using other display devices in the same space as the remote control of this product can cause the other display devices to be inadvertently controlled.
―A button without a description in the image below is not supported on the product.
Power off the product.
Number buttons
Use to enter a PIN, enter a Date, etc.
Mute the sound.
•Unmuting the sound: Press MUTE again
or press the volume control(+ VOL -)
button.
A shortcut button to Home screen
(MagicInfo).
Change the channel in TV mode.
Display or hide the onscreen display.
Power on the product.
Press to select additional channels (digital)
being broadcasted by the same station. For
example, to select channel “54-3”, press “54”,
then press “-” and “3”.
Adjust the volume.
Change the input source.
Use this hotkey to directly access MagicInfo.
―This hotkey is available when a network
box is connected. You can purchase a
network box separately.
Channel List Launch Button.

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Display information about the current input
source.
Move to the upper, lower, left or right menu,
or adjust an option's setting.
Confirm a menu selection.
Exit the current menu.
Select from the connected external devices.
―This function is not available in TV mode.
Used in Anynet+mode and multimedia mode.
Quickly select frequently used functions by
pressing it while a content is playing.
Return to the previous menu.
It sets safe lock function.
– Remote control button functions
may differ for different products.
To place batteries in the remote control (AAA x 2)