Samsung DE40C User manual

User Manual
DE40C
DE46C
DE55C
The color and the appearance may differ depending on
the product, and the specifications are subject to
change without prior notice to improve the performance.
BN46-00299B-03

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Table Of Contents
BEFORE USING THE
PRODUCT
12 Copyright
13 Cleaning
13 Storage
14 Safety Precautions
14 Symbols
15 Electricity and Safety
16 Installation
18 Operation
PREPARATIONS 22 Checking the Contents
22 Removing the Packaging (for DE40C and
DE46C models only)
23 Removing the Packaging (for DE55C models
only)
24 Checking the Components
27 Parts
27 Control Panel
29 Reverse Side
30 Anti-theft Lock
31 Remote Control
34 Connection Using an IR Stereo Cable
35 Before Installing the Product (Installation
Guide)
35 Tilting Angle and Rotation
36 Ventilation
37 Dimensions
38 Installing the Wall Mount
38 Preparing before installing Wall-Mount
38 Installing the Wall Mount Kit
38 Wall Mount Kit Specifications (VESA)
40 Remote Control
40 Cable Connection
43 Connection
45 Control Codes

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CONNECTING AND USING
A SOURCE DEVICE
56 Before Connecting
56 Pre-connection Checkpoints
57 Connecting and Using a PC
57 Connecting to a PC
60 Changing the Resolution
62 Connecting an External Monitor
63 Connecting to a Video Device
63 Connection Using the AV Cable
63 Connection Using the Component Cable
64 Connection Using an HDMI-DVI Cable
64 Connection Using an HDMI Cable
65 Connecting to an Audio System
66 Connecting the network box (Sold
separately)
66 MagicInfo
70 Changing the Input source
70 Source
USING MDC 71 Configuring Settings for Multi Control
71 Configuring settings for Multi Control
72 MDC Program Installation/Uninstallation
72 Installation
72 Uninstallation

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73 What is MDC?
73 Connecting to MDC
75 Connection Management
76 Auto Set ID
77 Cloning
78 Command Retry
79 Getting Started with MDC
81 Main Screen Layout
82 Menus
84 Screen Adjustment
87 Sound Adjustment
88 System Setup
97 Tool Settings
100 Other Functions
105 Troubleshooting Guide
SCREEN ADJUSTMENT 107 Picture Mode
107 If the input source is PC, DVI or DisplayPort
108 If the input source is AV, Component, HDMI
108 Backlight / Contrast / Brightness /
Sharpness / Colo(u)r / Tint (G/R)
109 Screen Adjustment
109 Picture Size
110 Zoom/Position
111 PC Screen Adjustment
111 Resolution Select
111 Auto Adjustment

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112 Advanced Settings
113 Dynamic Contrast
113 Black Tone
113 Flesh Tone
113 RGB Only Mode
113 Colo(u)r Space
113 White Balance
114 10p White Balance (Off / On)
114 Gamma
114 Expert Pattern
114 Motion Lighting (Off / On)
115 Picture Options
116 Colo(u)r Tone
116 Colo(u)r Temp.
116 Digital Noise Filter
116 MPEG Noise Filter
117 HDMI Black Level
117 Film Mode
117 Calibrated Value
117 Dynamic Backlight
117 Reset Picture
SOUND ADJUSTMENT 118 Sound Mode
119 Sound Effect
120 Speaker Settings
120 Reset Sound
NETWORK 121 Network Setting
121 Connecting to a Wired Network
122 Wired Network Settings
125 Connecting to a Wireless Network
126 Wireless Network Setting
128 WPS(PBC)
129 Network Status

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130 MagicInfo Lite Settings
131 Wi-Fi Direct
131 Soft AP
132 AllShare Settings
132 Using the AllShare Play Function
133 Device Name
SYSTEM 134 Multi Control
134 Configuring settings for Multi Control
135 Time
135 Clock set
135 Sleep Timer
136 On Timer
136 Off Timer
137 Holiday Management
138 Language
138 Rotate menu
138 Eco Solution
138 Energy Saving
139 Eco Sensor (Off / On)
139 No Signal Power Off
139 Auto Power Off (Off / On)
140 Security
140 Safety Lock (Off / On)
140 Button Lock (Off / On)
140 Change PIN
141 PIP
141 Auto Protection Time

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142 Screen Burn Protection
142 Pixel Shift
143 Timer
143 Immediate Display
144 Side Gray
144 Ticker
145 Video Wall
145 Video Wall
145 Format
146 Horizontal
146 Vertical
147 Screen Position
148 Source AutoSwitch Settings
149 General
149 Max. Power Saving
149 Game Mode
150 BD Wise
150 Menu Transparency
150 Sound Feedback
150 Auto Power
150 Standby Control
150 Lamp Schedule
151 OSD Display
151 Power On Adjustment
151 Temperature Control
152 Anynet+(HDMI-CEC)
152 Anynet+(HDMI-CEC)
153 Auto Turn Off (No / Yes)
155 DivX® Video On Demand
155 Reset System
155 Reset All

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156 PC Module Power
156 Synced Power-On
156 Synced Power-Off
SUPPORT 157 Software Update
157 By USB
157 Alternative Software
158 Contact Samsung
158 Contents Home
158 MagicInfo Lite
158 AllShare Play
159 Source
ALLSHARE PLAY 160 What is AllShare Play?
160 Read the following before using AllShare Play
with a USB device
162 Using a USB device
163 Connecting to a PC over a network
164 Using the DLNA features
165 Using the Basic AllShare Play Features
165 Sorting the file lists
166 Playing Selected Files
166 Copying Files
167 Creating a Playlist (Playlist)
168 My List
168 My List options
169 Videos
169 Playing a Video
170 Photos
170 Viewing a Photo (or Slide Show)
171 Music
171 Playing Music

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172 Videos / Photos / Music Play Option
menu
174 Supported Subtitle and AllShare Play file
formats
174 Subtitle
174 Supported image resolutions
174 Supported music file formats
175 Supported Video Formats
MAGICINFO LITE 177 File Formats Compatible with MagicInfo
Lite Player
178 Contents
182 MagicInfo Lite Player
182 Network Schedule
187 Local Schedule
188 Internal AutoPlay
189 USB AutoPlay
190 Local Schedule Manager
190 Registering a Local Schedule
194 Modifying a Local Schedule
196 Deleting a Local Schedule
197 Running a Local Schedule
198 Stopping a Local Schedule
199 Viewing the details of a Local Schedule
201 Copying a Local Schedule (Local Schedule)
203 Content Manager
203 Copying content
204 Deleting content

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205 Settings
205 Default Content Duration
205 Content Ratio
205 Image Effect
205 Default Content
206 Screen Layout
206 Delete All Content
206 Safety Remove USB Device
207 When Content is Running
207 Viewing the details of the content that is running
208 Changing the settings for the content that is
running
TROUBLESHOOTING
GUIDE
209 Requirements Before Contacting
Samsung Customer Service Center
209 Testing the Product
209 Checking the Resolution and Frequency
210 Check the followings.
213 Q & A
SPECIFICATIONS 215 General
217 PowerSaver
218 Standard Signal Mode Table
220 License
APPENDIX 221 Contact SAMSUNG WORLD WIDE
227 Responsibility for the Pay Service (Cost
to Customers)
227 Not a product defect
227 A Product damage caused by customer's fault
227 Others

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228 Optimum Picture Quality and Afterimage
Burn-in Prevention
228 Optimum Picture Quality
229 Prevention of Afterimage Burn-in
231 Correct Disposal
231 Correct Disposal of This Product (Waste
Electrical & Electronic Equipment)
231 Correct disposal of batteries in this product
232 Terminology
INDEX

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Before Using the Product
Copyright
The contents of this manual are subject to change without notice to improve quality.
© 2012 Samsung Electronics
Samsung Electronics owns the copyright for this manual.
Use or reproduction of this manual in parts or entirety without the authorization of Samsung Electronics is
prohibited.
The SAMSUNG and SyncMaster logos are registered trademarks of Samsung Electronics.
Microsoft and Windows are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation.
VESA, DPM and DDC are registered trademarks of the Video Electronics Standards Association.
Ownership of all other trademarks is attributed to their due owner.

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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.
Storage
High-glossy models can develop white stains on the surface if an ultrasonic wave humidifier is used
nearby.
Contact Customer Service Center if the inside of the product needs cleaning (service fee will be
charged).
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.
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Safety Precautions
Symbols
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.
This symbol alerts you that important literature concerning operation and
maintenance has been included with this product.
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.
Activities marked by this symbol are prohibited.
Instructions marked by this symbol must be followed.

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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.
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.
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Caution
Installation
Warning
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.
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 10 cm away from the wall to allow ventilation.
An increased internal temperature may cause a fire.
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Caution
Keep the plastic packaging out of the reach of children.
Children may suffocate.
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.
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.
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Operation
Warning
Set down the product gently
Product failure or personal injury may result.
Installing the product in an unusual place (a place exposed to a lot of fine
particles, chemical substances or extreme temperatures, or an airport or train
station where the product should 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.
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
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.
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.
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Before Using the Product
During a lightning or thunderstorm, power off the product and remove the power
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.
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.
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.
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