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Figures and illustrations in this User Manual are provided for reference 

only and may differ from actual product appearance. Product design and 

specifications may be changed without notice.

Important Warranty Information Regarding 
Television Format Viewing

 

See the warranty card for more information on warranty terms.

Wide screen format PDP Displays (with 16:9 aspect ratios, the ratio of the 

screen width to height) are primarily designed to view wide screen format 

full-motion video. The images displayed on them should primarily be in the wide 

screen 16:9 ratio format, or expanded to fill the screen if your model offers this 

feature, with the images constantly in motion. Displaying stationary graphics 

and images on the screen, such as the dark sidebars on non-expanded 

standard format television video and programming, should be limited to no 

more than 5% of the total television viewing per week.
Additionally, viewing other stationary images and text such as stock market 

crawls, video game displays, station logos, web sites or computer graphics and 

patterns, should be limited as described above for all televisions. Displaying 

stationary images for more than 5% of total viewing time can cause uneven 

aging of your PDP display and leave subtle, but permanent burned-in ghost 

images in the PDP picture. To avoid this, vary the programming and images, 

and primarily display full screen moving images, not stationary patterns or dark 

bars. On PDP models that offer picture sizing features, use these controls to 

view different formats as a full screen picture.
Be careful in the selection of television formats you use for viewing and the 

amount of time you view them. Uneven PDP aging as a result of format 

selection and use, as well as burned in images, are not covered by your 

Samsung limited warranty.
• SAMSUNG ELECTRONICS NORTH AMERICAN LIMITED WARRANTY 

STATEMENT
Subject to the requirements, conditions, exclusions and limitations of the original 

Limited Warranty supplied with Samsung Electronics (SAMSUNG) products, 

and the requirements, conditions, exclusions and limitations contained herein, 

SAMSUNG will additionally provide Warranty Repair Service in the United States 

on SAMSUNG products purchased in Canada, and in Canada on SAMSUNG 

products purchased in the United States, for the warranty period originally 

specified, and to the Original Purchaser only.
The above described warranty repairs must be performed by a SAMSUNG 

Authorized Service Center. Along with this Statement, the Original Limited 

Warranty Statement and a dated Bill of Sale as Proof of Purchase must be 

presented to the Service Center. Transportation to and from the Service Center 

is the responsibility of the purchaser. Conditions covered are limited only to 

manufacturing defects in material or workmanship, and only those encountered 

in normal use of the product.
Excluded, but not limited to, are any originally specified provisions for, in-

home or on-site services, minimum or maximum repair times, exchanges or 

replacements, accessories, options, upgrades, or consumables.
For the location of a SAMSUNG Authorized Service Center, please call toll-free:
– In the United States : 1-800-SAMSUNG (1-800-726-7864)
– In Canada : 1-800-SAMSUNG

Important User Information

• 

Screen Image retention

 Do not display a still image (such as that from a video game) on the plasma 

display panel for more than a few minutes. Still images can cause screen 

image retention (burn in). To avoid such image retention, reduce the degree 

of brightness and contrast of the screen when displaying a still image.

• 

Heat on the top of the Plasma TV

The top side of the TV may become hot after long periods of use as heat 

dissipates from the panel through the vent hole in the upper part of the TV. 

This is normal and does not indicate any defect or operational failure of unit.
However, children should be prevented from touching the upper part of 

the TV.

• 

The TV is making a ‘cracking’ noise.

A ‘cracking’ noise may occur when the TV contracts or expands due 

changes in the surrounding environment such as temperature or humidity. 
This is normal and not a def

ect.

• 

Cell Defects

Your plasma TV has a panel containing 2,360,000 (HD-level) to 6,221,000 

(FHD-level) pixels which require sophisticated technology to produce. 

However, there may be a few bright or dark pixels on the screen. These 

pixels will have no impact on the performance of the product.

• 

Avoid operating the TV at temperatures below 41°F (5°C)

• 

A still image displayed too long may cause permanent damage to the 

PDP Panel.

Watching the Plasma TV in 4:3 format for a long period of 

time may leave traces of the borders on the left, right, top, or 

bottom of the screen. Playing a DVD or a game console may 

have a similar effect. Damage caused by the above effect is 

not covered by the warranty.

• 

After-images on the Screen.

Displaying still images from Video games or a PC for longer than a certain 

period of time may produce partial after-images. To prevent this effect, 

reduce the ‘brightness’ and ‘contrast’ when displaying still images for a 
long time.

• 

Warranty

Warranty does not cover any damage caused by image retention.

Burn-in is not covered by the warranty.

• 

Caution

The glass screen of your PDP TV can break if you accidently drop 

the TV. Handle the TV with care. When moving the TV, always have 

two or more people pick it up and carry it as a safety precaution. 

Do not lay the TV flat on its face or back.

Your Samsung Plasma TV is a high quality television that has been carefully 

packaged to protect the integrity of its glass panel and component parts during 

shipment. It is, nonetheless, a fragile piece of electronics that requires careful 

handling. Refrain from putting undue stress on any part of the packaging when 

shipping or unpacking the TV. Use care when installing the TV. Avoid placing 

the TV in a location where it may be struck, exposed to sharp impacts, or 

fall. Panel breakage caused by a fall or impact strike is not covered under the 

manufacturer’s warranty.

Contact SAMSUNG WORLDWIDE

If you have any questions or comments relating to Samsung products, please contact the 
SAMSUNG customer care center.

Country

CANADA

U.S.A.

Address

Samsung Electronics 
Canada Inc., Customer 
Service 55 Standish Court 
Mississauga, Ontario L5R 
4B2 Canada

Samsung Electronics 
America, Inc.  
85 Challenger Road 
Ridgefield Park, NJ 
07660-2112

Customer Care 
Center 

1-800-SAMSUNG(726-7864)

Web Site

www.samsung.com

BN68-04214C

BN68-04214C-02

Plasma TV

user manual

© 2012 Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. All rights reserved.

Summary of Contents for PN43E440

Page 1: ...he United States 1 800 SAMSUNG 1 800 726 7864 In Canada 1 800 SAMSUNG Important User Information Screen Image retention Do not display a still image such as that from a video game on the plasma display panel for more than a few minutes Still images can cause screen image retention burn in To avoid such image retention reduce the degree of brightness and contrast of the screen when displaying a sti...

Page 2: ...a and White Balance Color Space Auto Native Auto automatically matches the range of colors available to create pictures to the color range of the video source Native provides a color range wider than the color range of the video source White Balance Adjusts the color temperature of the picture so that white objects look white instead of for example slightly pink or slightly yellow and the overall ...

Page 3: ...ct the color of the sidebars your TV displays when you set the screen size to 4 3 Picture Reset Reset Picture Mode Cancel Resets the picture settings to their factory defaults Sound Menu Mode t Standard Selects the normal sound mode Music Emphasizes music over voices Movie Provides the best sound for movies Clear Voice Emphasizes voices over other sounds Amplify Increase the intensity of high freq...

Page 4: ... Channel List To start Auto Program follow these steps 1 Push MENUm Channel ENTERE on your remote The Antenna Source screen appears 2 On the Antenna Source screen select the source of your TV signal Air If your TV is connected to an antenna choose Air and then press ENTERE The TV will automatically start memorizing channels Cable If your TV is connected to a cable outlet choose Cable and then pres...

Page 5: ...n when you are watching another channel You must set the current time first in the Time Clock function to use Time Viewing To schedule a channel follow these steps 1 Select a channel in the Added Channels list using the buttons and the Yellow Select button on your remote 2 Press the TOOLS button on your remote The Tools menu appears 3 Select Time Viewing in the Tools menu and then press the ENTERE...

Page 6: ... automatically during the search and store operation If the signal is weak or distorted fine tune the channel manually Select the channel and then select Fine Tune Fine tuned channels that have been saved are marked with an asterisk on the right hand side of the channel number in the channel banner To reset fine tuning select the channel select Fine Tune and then select Reset on the Fine Tune scre...

Page 7: ...ter a PIN When the Rating Lock screen appears select Program Rating Lock and then press ENTERE Select ON and then press the ENTERE key again Depending on what type of programs or movies you want to block select one of the options on the screen and then press the ENTERE button The options are listed below TV Parental Guidelines You can block TV programs based on their ratings This function allows y...

Page 8: ... Picture Off the screen is turned off but the sound remains on Press any button except the volume button to turn on the screen Eco Sensor Off On To enhance power savings the picture settings will automatically adapt to the light in the room If you adjust Cell Light in the Picture menu the Eco Sensor will be set to Off Min Cell Light When Eco Sensor is On you can manually adjust the minimum screen ...

Page 9: ...vice to a PC format the device and check the connection x x If a file you deleted from the PC is still found when you run Media Play use the Empty the Recycle Bin function on the PC to permanently delete the file x x Photos only supports the sequential jpeg format x x The Videos option does not support the scene search and thumbnail functions x x If the number of files and folders saved on a USB s...

Page 10: ...f they are saved on the same USB device If the sound is abnormal when playing MP3 files adjust the Equalizer in the Sound menu An over modulated MP3 file may cause a sound problem Photos Image1024 jpg 1024x768 2010 2 1 3 15 SUM E Pause L Previous Next T Tools R Return Normal 1 In the Media Play menu press the or button to select Photos then press the ENTERE button 2 Press the buttons to select a p...

Page 11: ...l parts necessary for assembly are provided x x Do not use screws that do not comply with the VESA standard screw specifications x x Do not use screws that are longer than the standard dimension or do not comply with the VESA standard screw specifications Screws that are too long may cause damage to the inside of the TV set x x For wall mounts that do not comply with the VESA standard screw specif...

Page 12: ...f Diagnosis User Menu Support Self Diagnosis Picture Test y y If the test is ok try making sure y y Your connections are all consistent For example if you ve used the AV In jack on your TV make sure you have used the AV Out jack on your video source y y Try making sure you have connected to the correct jacks For example if you use the Component jacks labeled Pb Pr and Y to connect your TV and vide...

Page 13: ... may take up to 20 minutes Set the output resolution of the cable box to 1080i or 720p Sound Problems Perform the Sound Test to confirm that your TV audio is properly operating go to MENU Support Self Diagnosis Sound Test If the audio is OK the sound problem may be caused by the source or signal There is no sound or the sound is too low at maximum volume Check the volume of the device Cable Sat Bo...

Page 14: ...box remote control does not turn the TV on or off or adjust the volume Program the Cable Set top box remote control to operate the TV Refer to the Cable Set top box user manual for the SAMSUNG TV code A Mode Not Supported message appears Check the supported resolution of the TV and adjust the external device s output resolution accordingly Refer to resolution settings in this manual Caption on the...

Page 15: ...al Out is a trademark of DTS Inc Product includes software DTS Inc All Rights Reserved The terms HDMI and HDMI High Definition Multimedia Interface and the HDMI Logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC in the United States and other countries Open Source License Notice Open Source used in this product can be found on the following webpage http opensource samsung com Open ...

Page 16: ...Ibs 20 8 kg Design and specifications are subject to change without prior notice This device is a Class B digital apparatus For information about the power required and more about power consumption refer to the label attached to the product Typical power consumption is measured according to Energy Star Program requirements for televisions Dispose unwanted electronics through an approved recycler T...

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