Samsung MD32C User manual

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MD32C MD40C MD46C MD55C
BN46-00098S-03

Table of contents
Before Using the Product
Copyright 7
Safety Precautions 8
Symbols 8
Cleaning 8
Storage 9
Electricity and Safety 9
Installation 10
Operation 12
Preparations
Checking the Contents 15
Removing the Packaging
(for MD32C MD40C and MD46C models only) 15
Removing the Packaging (for MD55C models
only) 16
Checking the Components 17
Parts 19
Control Panel 19
Anti-theft Lock 22
Remote Control 23
Before Installing the Product (Installation
Guide) 26
Tilting Angle and Rotation 26
Ventilation 26
Dimensions 27
Installing the Wall Mount 28
Installing the Wall Mount Kit 28
Wall Mount Kit Specifications (VESA) 28
Remote Control (RS232C) 30
Cable Connection 30
Connection 33
Control Codes 34
Connecting and Using a Source
Device
Before Connecting 43
Pre-connection Checkpoints 43
Connecting to a PC 44
Connection using the D-SUB cable (Analogue
type) 44
Connection using a DVI cable (Digital type) 44
Connection Using an HDMI-DVI Cable 45
Connection Using an HDMI Cable 45
Changing the Resolution 46
Changing the Resolution on Windows XP 46
Changing the Resolution on Windows Vista 46
Changing the Resolution on Windows 7 47
Changing the Resolution on Windows 8 47
Connecting to a Video Device 48
Connection Using the AV Cable 48
Connection Using the component Cable 48
Connection Using an HDMI-DVI Cable 49
Connection Using an HDMI Cable 49
Connecting to an Audio System 50
Connecting the network box (Sold
separately) 51
MagicInfo 51
Changing the Input source 53
Source 53
Using MDC
Configuring Settings for Multi Control 54
Configuring settings for Multi Control 54
MDC Programmeme Installation/
Uninstallation 55
Installation 55
Uninstallation 55
What is MDC? 56
Connecting to MDC 56
Connection Management 59
User Login 60
Auto Set ID 61
Cloning 62
Command Retry 63
Getting Started with MDC 64
Main Screen Layout 65
Menus 65
Screen Adjustment 67
Advanced features 70
Sound Adjustment 72
System Setup 72
Tool Settings 81
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Other Functions 84
Group Management 85
Schedule Management 87
Troubleshooting Guide 89
Screen Adjustment
Picture Mode 91
If the input source is PC, DVI 91
If the input source is AV, Component, HDMI 91
Backlight / Contrast / Brightness /
Sharpness / Colour / Tint (G/R) 92
Screen Adjustment 93
Picture Size 93
Position 95
Zoom/Position 95
PC Screen Adjustm 96
Resolution Select 96
Auto Adjustment 97
Rotation 97
Aspect Ratio 98
Advanced Settings 99
Dynamic Contrast 100
Black Tone 100
Flesh Tone 100
RGB Only Mode 100
Colour Space 100
White Balance 101
10p White Balance 101
Gamma 101
Motion Lighting 101
Picture Options 102
Colour Tone 103
Colour Temp. 103
Digital Noise Filter 103
MPEG Noise Filter 103
HDMI Black Level 104
Film Mode 104
Motion Plus (for MD55C models only) 104
Dynamic Backlight 105
Reset Picture 105
Sound Adjustment
Sound Mode 106
Sound Effect 107
Speaker Settings 108
Reset Sound 109
Network
Network Settings 110
Connecting to a Wired Network 110
Wired Network Settings 111
Connecting to a Wireless Network 112
Wireless Network Setting 113
Manual Network Setup 113
WPS(PBC) 114
Network Status 115
Wi-Fi Direct 115
Soft AP 116
AllShare Settings 116
Device Name 116
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System
Multi Control 117
Configuring settings for Multi Control 117
Time 118
Clock Set 118
Sleep Timer 118
On Timer 119
Off Timer 120
Holiday Management 120
Menu Language 121
Rotate menu 122
Eco Solution 123
Energy Saving 123
Eco Sensor 123
No Signal Power Off 123
Auto Power Off 123
Security 124
Safety Lock 124
Button Lock 124
Change PIN 124
PIP 125
Auto Protection Time 126
Screen Burn Protection 127
Pixel Shift 127
Timer 128
Immediate display 129
Side Grey 129
Ticker 130
Video Wall 131
Video Wall 131
Format 131
Horizontal 131
Vertical 132
Screen Position 132
Source AutoSwitch Settings 133
Source AutoSwitch 133
Primary Source Recovery 133
Primary Source 133
Secondary Source 133
General 134
Max. Power Saving 134
Game Mode 134
BD Wise 134
Menu Transparency 134
Sound Feedback 135
Auto Power 135
Standby Control 135
Lamp Schedule 136
OSD Display 136
Power On Adjustment 136
Temperature Control 136
Anynet+ (HDMI-CEC) 137
Anynet+ (HDMI-CEC) 137
Auto Turn Off 138
DivX®Video On Demand 141
Play Mode 141
Magic Clone 142
Reset System 142
Reset All 143
PC module power 143
Synced power-on 143
Synced power-off 143
Support
Software Update 144
By USB 144
Contact Samsung 145
Contents Home 146
MagicInfo Lite 146
MagicInfo Premium S 146
MagicInfo Videowall S 146
AllShare Play 147
Source 147
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AllShare Play
What is AllShare Play? 148
Read the following before using AllShare Play
with a USB device 148
Using a USB device 150
Connecting to a PC over a network 151
Using the AllShare Play features 152
Using the Basic AllShare Play Features 153
Sorting the file lists 153
Playing Selected Files 154
Copying Files 154
Creating a Playlist 154
My list 155
My list options 155
Videos 156
Playing a Video 156
Photos 157
Viewing a Photo (or Slide Show) 157
Music 158
Playing Music 158
Videos / Photos / Music Play Option menu 159
Supported Subtitle and AllShare Play file
formats 161
Subtitle 161
Supported image resolutions 161
Supported music file formats 162
Supported Video Formats 162
MagicInfo Lite
File Formats Compatible with
MagicInfo Lite player 164
Read before using MagicInfo Lite player 164
Approving a connected device from the
server 169
MagicInfo Lite 171
MagicInfo Lite player 171
Local Schedule Manager 174
Content manager 181
Settings 183
When Content is Running 185
MagicInfo Premium S
File Formats Compatible with MagicInfo
Premium S Player 187
Read before using MagicInfo Premium S Player 187
Approving a connected device from the
server 193
MagicInfo Premium S 195
MagicInfo Premium S Player 195
Local Schedule Manager 198
Template Manager 205
Content manager 208
Settings 210
When Content is Running 212
MagicInfo Videowall S
File Formats Compatible with
MagicInfo Videowall S Player 214
Read before using MagicInfo Videowall S Player 214
MagicInfo Videowall S 217
Settings 217
When Content is Running 218
Troubleshooting Guide
Requirements Before Contacting Samsung
Customer Service Centre 219
Testing the Product 219
Checking the Resolution and Frequency 219
Check the followings. 220
Q & A 227
Specifications
General 229
PowerSaver 232
Preset Timing Modes 233
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Appendix
Contact SAMSUNG WORLD WIDE 235
Responsibility for the Pay Service
(Cost to Customers) 244
Not a product defect 244
A Product damage caused by customer's fault 244
Others 244
WEEE 245
Correct Disposal of This Product (Waste Electrical &
Electronic Equipment) 245
Correct disposal of batteries in this product 245
Optimum Picture Quality and Afterimage Burn-
in Prevention 246
Optimum Picture Quality 246
Prevention of Afterimage Burn-in 247
Licence 249
Terminology 250
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Before Using the Product
Chapter 01
Copyright
The contents of this manual are subject to change without notice to improve quality.
©2013 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.
Microsoft, 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.
•An administration fee may be charged if either
-(a) an engineer is called out at your request and there is no defect in the product
(i.e. where you have failed to read this user manual).
-(b) you bring the unit to a repair centre and there is no defect in the product
(i.e. where you have failed to read this user manual).
•The amount of such administration charge will be advised to you before any work or home visit is carried out.

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Safety Precautions
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.
Symbols
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.
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.

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Storage
Due to the characteristics of high-glossy products, using a UV humidifier nearby may create
whitecoloured stains on the product.
―Contact Customer Service Centre 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.
!
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
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.
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.