Samsung ME32C User manual

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prior notice to improve the performance.
ME32C ME40C ME46C ME55C
BN46-00359B-01

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 ME32C ME40C and ME46C models only) 15
Removing the Packaging
(for ME55C models only) 16
Checking the Components 17
Parts 19
Control Panel 19
Anti-theft Lock 22
Remote Control 23
Connection Using an IR Stereo Cable
(sold separately) 26
Before Installing the Product
(Installation Guide) 27
Tilting Angle and Rotation 27
Ventilation 27
Dimensions 28
Installing the Wall Mount 29
Preparing before installing Wall-Mount 29
Installing the Wall Mount Kit 29
Wall Mount Kit Specifications (VESA) 30
Remote Control (RS232C) 31
Cable Connection 31
Connection 34
Control Codes 35
Connecting and Using a Source
Device
Before Connecting 44
Pre-connection Checkpoints 44
Connecting to a PC 45
Connection using the D-SUB cable (Analog type) 45
Connection using a DVI cable (Digital type) 45
Connection Using an HDMI-DVI Cable 46
Connection Using an HDMI Cable 46
Connection Using an DP Cable 47
Changing the Resolution 48
Changing the Resolution on Windows XP 48
Changing the Resolution on Windows Vista 48
Changing the Resolution on Windows 7 49
Changing the Resolution on Windows 8 49
Connecting to a Video Device 50
Connection Using an HDMI-DVI Cable 50
Connection Using an HDMI Cable 50
Connecting to an Audio System 51
Connecting an External Monitor 51
Connecting the network box
(Sold separately) 52
MagicInfo 52
Changing the Input source 54
Source 54
Using MDC
Configuring Settings for Multi Control 55
Configuring settings for Multi Control 55
MDC Program Installation/Uninstallation 56
Installation 56
Uninstallation 56
What is MDC? 57
Connecting to MDC 57
Connection Management 60
User Login 61
Auto Set ID 62
Cloning 63
Command Retry 64
Getting Started with MDC 65
Main Screen Layout 66
Menus 66
Screen Adjustment 68
Advanced features 71
Sound Adjustment 73
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System Setup 73
Tool Settings 82
Other Functions 85
Group Management 86
Schedule Management 88
Troubleshooting Guide 90
Screen Adjustment
Picture Mode 92
If the input source is PC, DVI or DisplayPort 92
If the input source is HDMI1, HDMI2 92
Backlight / Contrast / Brightness /
Sharpness / Color / Tint (G/R) 93
Screen Adjustment 94
Picture Size 94
Position 96
Zoom/Position 96
PC Screen Adjustment 97
Resolution Select 97
Auto Adjustment 98
Rotation 98
Aspect Ratio 99
Advanced Settings 100
Dynamic Contrast 101
Black Tone 101
Flesh Tone 101
RGB Only Mode 101
Color Space 101
White Balance 102
10p White Balance 102
Gamma 102
Expert Pattern 103
Motion Lighting 103
Picture Options 104
Color Tone 105
Color Temp. 105
Digital Noise Filter 105
MPEG Noise Filter 105
HDMI Black Level 106
Film Mode 106
Auto Motion Plus (for ME55C models only) 106
Dynamic Backlight 107
Reset Picture 107
Sound Adjustment
Sound Mode 108
Sound Effect 109
Speaker Settings 110
Reset Sound 111
Network
Network Settings 112
Connecting to a Wired Network 112
Wired Network Settings 113
Connecting to a Wireless Network 114
Wireless Network Setting 115
Manual Network Setup 115
WPS(PBC) 116
Network Status 117
Wi-Fi Direct 117
Soft AP 118
AllShare Settings 118
Device Name 118
System
Multi Control 119
Configuring settings for Multi Control 119
Time 120
Clock Set 120
Sleep Timer 120
On Timer 121
Off Timer 122
Holiday Management 122
Menu Language 123
Rotate Menu 124
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Eco Solution 125
Energy Saving 125
Eco Sensor 125
No Signal Power Off 125
Auto Power Off 125
Security 126
Safety Lock 126
Button Lock 126
Change PIN 126
PIP 127
Auto Protection Time 128
Screen Burn Protection 129
Pixel Shift 129
Timer 130
Immediate Display 131
Side Gray 131
Ticker 132
Video Wall 133
Video Wall 133
Format 133
Horizontal 133
Vertical 134
Screen Position 134
Source AutoSwitch Settings 135
Source AutoSwitch 135
Primary Source Recovery 135
Primary Source 135
Secondary Source 135
General 136
Max. Power Saving 136
Game Mode 136
BD Wise 136
Menu Transparency 136
Sound Feedback 137
Auto Power 137
Standby Control 137
Lamp Schedule 138
OSD Display 138
Power On Adjustment 138
Temperature Control 138
Anynet+ (HDMI-CEC) 139
Anynet+ (HDMI-CEC) 139
Auto Turn Off 140
DivX®Video On Demand 143
Player Mode 143
Magic Clone 144
Reset System 144
Reset All 145
PC Module Power 145
Synced Power-On 145
Synced Power-Off 145
Support
Software Update 146
By USB 146
Contact Samsung 146
Contents Home 147
MagicInfo Lite 147
MagicInfo Premium S 147
MagicInfo Videowall S 147
AllShare Play 148
Source 148
AllShare Play
What is AllShare Play? 149
Read the following before using
AllShare Play with a USB device 149
Using a USB device 151
Connecting to a PC over a network 152
Using the AllShare Play features 153
Using the Basic AllShare Play Features 154
Sorting the file lists 154
Playing Selected Files 155
Copying Files 155
Creating a Playlist 155
My List 156
My List options 156
Videos 157
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Playing a Video 157
Photos 158
Viewing a Photo (or Slide Show) 158
Music 159
Playing Music 159
Videos / Photos / Music Play Option menu 160
Supported Subtitle and AllShare Play file
formats 162
Subtitle 162
Supported image resolutions 162
Supported music file formats 163
Supported Video Formats 163
MagicInfo Lite
File Formats Compatible with
MagicInfo Lite Player 165
Read before using MagicInfo Lite Player 165
Approving a connected device from
the server 170
MagicInfo Lite 172
MagicInfo Lite Player 172
Local Schedule Manager 175
Content Manager 182
Settings 184
When Content is Running 186
MagicInfo Premium S
File Formats Compatible with MagicInfo
Premium S Player 188
Read before using
MagicInfo Premium S Player 188
Approving a connected
device from the server 194
MagicInfo Premium S 196
MagicInfo Premium S Player 196
Local Schedule Manager 199
Template Manager 206
Content Manager 209
Settings 211
When Content is Running 213
MagicInfo Videowall S
File Formats Compatible with
MagicInfo Videowall S Player 215
Read before using
MagicInfo Videowall S Player 215
MagicInfo Videowall S 218
Settings 218
When Content is Running 219
Troubleshooting Guide
Requirements Before Contacting Samsung
Customer Service Center 220
Testing the Product 220
Checking the Resolution and Frequency 220
Check the followings. 221
Q & A 228
Specifications
General 230
PowerSaver 233
Preset Timing Modes 234
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Appendix
Contact SAMSUNG WORLD WIDE 236
Responsibility for the Pay Service
(Cost to Customers) 239
Not a product defect 239
A Product damage caused by customer's fault 239
Others 239
Optimum Picture Quality and
Afterimage Burn-in Prevention 240
Optimum Picture Quality 240
Prevention of Afterimage Burn-in 241
License 243
Terminology 244
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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.

8
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.

9
Storage
Due to the characteristics of high-glossy products, using a UV humidifier nearby may create whitecolored
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.
!
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.