AA68-03556A-00Eng 3/23/05 5:06 PM Page 1 TX-R3079WH COLOR TELEVISION Owner’s Instructions Register your product at www.samsung.
AA68-03556A-00Eng 3/23/05 5:06 PM Page 2 Important Warranty Information Regarding Television Format Viewing Standard screen format televisions (4:3, the aspect ratio of the screen width to height) are primarily designed to view standard format full-motion video. The images displayed on them should primarily be in the standard 4:3 ratio format and constantly moving.
AA68-03556A-00Eng 3/23/05 5:06 PM Page 3 A Guide to Digital TV What is Digital Television? Digital television (DTV) is a new way of transmitting high quality video and audio to your TV set. Using DTV, broadcasters can transmit high definition TV (HDTV) images, Dolby digital surround audio, and new services such as multicasting (transmitting more than one program on the same TV channel) and datacasting (providing electronic program guides and interactive television).
AA68-03556A-00Eng 3/23/05 5:06 PM Page 4 How to View Digital Television There are three ways to watch DTV. The first is to use an integrated digital TV; one with a built-in digital television tuner. The second is to connect an external DTV set-top receiver to a DTV-ready television or monitor. This type of TV or monitor will have wideband component video and stereo audio inputs. You can also watch DTV signals with personal computer (PC) tuner cards and computer monitors. 1.
AA68-03556A-00Eng 3/23/05 5:06 PM Page 5 Q&A 1. Is the antenna I use for existing TV reception good enough for DTV? Over-the-air (OTA) digital TV broadcasting uses the same channels as analog TV and works well with many existing TV antennas. However, DTV broadcast channel assignments are different than analog channels. You should find out whether your local DTV broadcasts are on VHF (channels 2-13) or UHF (channels 14-69) to see if you need a different antenna.
AA68-03556A-00Eng 3/23/05 5:06 PM Page 6 CONTENTS Chapter 1: Your New TV . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 List of Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Familiarizing Yourself with the TV . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Control Buttons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
AA68-03556A-00Eng 3/23/05 5:06 PM Page 7 CONTENTS Sound Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39 Adjusting the Volume . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39 Using the MUTE Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39 Using Automatic Sound Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40 Customizing the Sound. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41 Setting the Clock. . . . . . . .
AA68-03556A-00Eng 3/23/05 5:06 PM Page 8 Y Op UR NEW TV Cha ter One YOUR NEW TV List of Features Your Samsung TV is designed with the latest technology.
AA68-03556A-00Eng 3/23/05 5:06 PM Page 9 YOUR NEW TV Familiarizing Yourself with the TV Control Buttons You can control your TV’s basic features, including the on-screen menu. To use the more advanced features, you must use the remote control. Œ SOURCE ˆ Remote Control Sensor Press to change between viewing TV programs and signals from other components. ´ MENU Ø Stand-By Indicator Press to see an on-screen menu of your TV's features. ˇ + VOL – Press to increase or decrease the volume.
AA68-03556A-00Eng 3/23/05 5:06 PM Page 10 YOUR NEW TV Connection Jacks (Side) You can connect an A/V component that is used only occasionally, such as a camcorder or video game. (For information on connecting equipment, see page 22.) Œ S-VIDEO Input Connect an S-Video signal from a camcorder or video game. ´ VIDEO Input Connect a video signal from a camcorder or video game. ˇ AUDIO Input Connect audio signals from a camcorder or video game.
AA68-03556A-00Eng 3/23/05 5:06 PM Page 11 YOUR NEW TV Connection Jacks (Rear) Use the rear panel jacks to connect an A/V component that will be connected continuously, such as a VCR or a DVD player. For more information on connecting equipment, see pages 14 – 24. Œ Digital Audio Output jack (OPTICAL) Connect to a Digital Audio component. ´ HDMI (High Definition Multimedia Interface) Input jacks Connect to the HDMI jack for device with HDMI output.
AA68-03556A-00Eng 3/23/05 5:06 PM Page 12 YOUR NEW TV Remote Control You can use the remote control up to about 23 feet from the TV. When using the remote, always point it directly at the TV. You can also use your remote control to operate your VCR, DVD, Cable box, and set-top box. See pages 74~75 for details. Œ POWER Ò MODE Turns the TV on and off. Selects a target device to be controlled by this remote control (i.e., TV, Samsung STB, VCR, Cable box, or DVD). ´ TV/COMP.
AA68-03556A-00Eng 3/23/05 5:06 PM Page 13 YOUR NEW TV Remote Control ÷ SLEEP ˛ ADD/DEL Press to add or erase channels in the TV’s memory. Press to select a preset time interval for automatic shut off. ◊ AUTO.PROG ® MTS (Multi-channel Television Press to display the memorized channels menu. Sound) Press to choose “Stereo”, “Mono”, or “SAP” (Secondary Audio Program). ± BBE BBE is a built-in effect that adds clarity, punch and dynamics to the sound. ∑ R.
AA68-03556A-00Eng 3/23/05 5:06 PM Page 14 N C h aI NpS TAt LeL ATr I OTw o I N S TA L L AT I O N Connecting VHF and UHF Antennas If your antenna has a set of leads that look like this, see “Antennas with 300-ohm Flat Twin Leads” below. If your antenna has one lead that looks like this, see “Antennas with 75-ohm Round Leads” on page 15. If you have two antennas, see “Separate VHF and UHF Antennas” on page 15.
AA68-03556A-00Eng 3/23/05 5:06 PM Page 15 I N S TA L L AT I O N Antennas with 75-ohm Round Leads 1 Plug the antenna lead into the “ANT 1 IN (Air)” terminal on the rear panel. Separate VHF and UHF Antennas If you have two separate antennas for your TV (one VHF and one UHF), you must combine the two antenna signals before connecting the antennas to the TV. This procedure requires an optional combiner-adaptor (available at most electronics shops). 1 Connect both antenna leads to the combiner.
AA68-03556A-00Eng 3/23/05 5:06 PM Page 16 I N S TA L L AT I O N Connecting to a Cable Box that Descrambles All Channels œ This terminal might be labeled “ANT OUT”, “VHF OUT” or simply, “OUT”. 1 Find the cable that is connected to the ANTENNA OUT terminal on your cable box. 2 Connect the other end of this cable to the “ANT 2 IN (Cable)” terminal on the rear panel.
AA68-03556A-00Eng 3/23/05 5:06 PM Page 17 I N S TA L L AT I O N 4 Connect a coaxial cable between the ANTENNA OUT terminal on the cable box and the B–IN terminal on the RF (A/B) switch. Incoming Cable Splitter RF (A/B) Switch Cable Box 5 Connect another cable between the other OUT terminal on the splitter and the A–IN terminal on the RF (A/B) switch.
AA68-03556A-00Eng 3/23/05 5:06 PM Page 18 I N S TA L L AT I O N Connecting a VCR These instructions assume that you have already connected your TV to an antenna or a cable TV system (according to the instructions on pages 14~17). TV Rear Panel 1 Connect a coaxial cable between the “ANT 1 IN (Air)” terminal on the TV and the antenna out terminal on the VCR. A coaxial cable is usually included with a VCR. (If not, check your local electronics store).
AA68-03556A-00Eng 3/23/05 5:06 PM Page 19 I N S TA L L AT I O N Connecting a Second VCR to Record from the TV Your TV can send out signals of its picture and sound to be recorded by a second VCR. To do this, connect your second VCR as follows: TV Rear Panel 1 Connect a set of audio cables between the AUDIO OUT jacks on the TV and the AUDIO IN jacks on the VCR. (The VCR input jacks might be either on the front or on back of the VCR.
AA68-03556A-00Eng 3/23/05 5:06 PM Page 20 I N S TA L L AT I O N Connecting a DVD Player The rear panel jacks on your TV make it easy to connect a DVD player to your TV. Connecting to Y, PB, PR TV Rear Panel 1 Connect a set of audio cables between the “COMPONENT IN 1 (L, R)” (or “COMPONENT IN 2 (L, R)”) jacks on the TV and the AUDIO OUT jacks on the DVD player.
AA68-03556A-00Eng 3/23/05 5:06 PM Page 21 I N S TA L L AT I O N Connecting a Digital TV Set-Top Box The rear panel jacks on your TV make it easy to connect a set-top box to your TV. Connecting to Y, PB, PR TV Rear Panel 1 Connect a coaxial cable to the ANTENNA IN terminal on the set-top box. 2 Connect a set of audio cables between the “COMPONENT IN 1 (L, R)” (or “COMPONENT IN 2 (L, R)”) jacks on the TV and the AUDIO OUT jacks on the set-top box.
AA68-03556A-00Eng 3/23/05 5:06 PM Page 22 I N S TA L L AT I O N Connecting a Camcorder The side panel jacks on your TV make it easy to connect a Camcorder to your TV. They allow you to view the Camcorder tapes without using a VCR. TV Side Panel 1 Locate the A/V output jacks on the Camcorder. They are usually found on the side or rear of the Camcorder. 2 Connect a set of audio cables between the “AV IN 4 (L, R)” jacks on the TV and the AUDIO OUT jacks on the Camcorder.
AA68-03556A-00Eng 3/23/05 5:06 PM Page 23 I N S TA L L AT I O N Connecting to a Digital Audio System There are many types of digital audio systems on the market today. A simplified illustration of an audio system is shown below. For more information, see your audio system owner’s manual. TV Rear Panel If your audio system has an optical digital audio input, connect to the “DIGITAL AUDIO OUT (OPTICAL)” jack on the TV.
AA68-03556A-00Eng 3/23/05 5:06 PM Page 24 I N S TA L L AT I O N Connecting to an Analog Amplifier TV Rear Panel The “AUDIO OUT” terminals cannot be used for external speakers. You must hook them up to an amplifier. When an audio amplifier is connected to the “AUDIO OUT” terminals: Decrease the gain (volume) of the audio amplifier, and adjust the volume level with the volume control on the TV.
AA68-03556A-00Eng 3/23/05 5:06 PM Page 25 YOUR NEW TV Installing Batteries in the Remote Control 1 Slide the cover out completely. œ Make sure to match the “+” and “–” ends of the batteries with the diagram inside the compartment. 2 Install two AAA size batteries. œ Remove the batteries and store them in a cool, dry place if you won’t be using the remote control for a long time. 3 Replace the cover. The remote control can be used up to about 23 feet from the TV.
AA68-03556A-00Eng 3/23/05 5:06 PM Page 26 C h a pOtP EeR AT r I OTN h r e e O P E R AT I O N Turning the TV On and Off Press the POWER button. You can also use the POWER button on the front panel. Plug & Play Feature When the TV is initially powered On, basic customer settings proceed automatically and subsequently: Setting the language, Antenna input check, Channel Memorize and Time Setting. • The Plug & Play function operates after plugging in the TV for the first time.
AA68-03556A-00Eng 3/23/05 5:06 PM Page 27 O P E R AT I O N 4 The TV will begin memorizing all of the available channels. Press the ENTER button to stop. After all the available channels are stored, the “Auto Program” menu reappears. Press the MENU button when channel memorization is complete. Auto Program Memorize Channel Channel Memory in Process Air Channel 15 Stop Auto Program Stop 7 Channels were memorized. Air (ANT A) : 7, Cable (ANT B) : 0 Next “Set to daylight savings time” is displayed.
AA68-03556A-00Eng 3/23/05 5:06 PM Page 28 O P E R AT I O N Viewing the Menus and On-Screen Displays Viewing the Menus 1 TV Input √ √ Source List Edit Name With the power on, press the MENU button. The “Input” menu appears on the screen. Its left side has six icons: Input, Picture, Sound, Channel, Setup, and Guide. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select one of the six icons. Then press the ENTER button to access the icon’s sub-menu.
AA68-03556A-00Eng 3/23/05 5:06 PM Page 29 O P E R AT I O N Selecting a Menu Language 1 TV Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Setup”, then press the ENTER button. 2 Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Language”, then press the ENTER button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “English”, “Spanish”, or “French”, then press the ENTER button. Setup Plug & Play Language : English Time V-Chip Caption Menu Transparency : Medium Function Help : Off Press the MENU button.
AA68-03556A-00Eng 3/23/05 5:06 PM Page 30 O P E R AT I O N Memorizing the Channels Your TV can memorize and store all of the available channels for both “off-air” (antenna) and cable channels. After the available channels are memorized, use the CH and CH buttons to scan through the channels. This eliminates the need to change channels by entering the channel digits.
AA68-03556A-00Eng 3/23/05 5:06 PM Page 31 O P E R AT I O N 4 TV Air : “Air” antenna signal Cable : “Cable” antenna signal Select the antennas to memorize Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select the antenna connection, then press the ENTER button. When selecting Cable TV system: Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Cable”, then press the ENTER button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “STD”, “HRC”, or “IRC”, then press the ENTER button.
AA68-03556A-00Eng 3/23/05 5:06 PM Page 32 O P E R AT I O N Adding and Erasing Channels To add channels that were not memorized (or to delete unwanted channels from memory): 1 TV Press the MENU button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Channel”, then press the ENTER button. 2 Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Add/Delete”, then press the ENTER button.
AA68-03556A-00Eng 3/23/05 5:06 PM Page 33 O P E R AT I O N Changing Channels Using the Channel Buttons Press the CH or CH button to change channels. When you press CH or CH , the TV changes channels in sequence. You will see all the channels that the TV has memorized. (The TV must have memorized at least three channels.) You will not see channels that were either erased or not memorized. Using the Number Buttons Use the number buttons to quickly tune to any channel.
AA68-03556A-00Eng 3/23/05 5:06 PM Page 34 O P E R AT I O N Selecting Your Favorite Channels You can store your favorite channels for each available input source (such as TV and CATV). Then, when you press the FAV.CH button on the remote control, the TV displays only the favorite channels you previously stored, allowing you to quickly and easily find frequently watched channels. To Store Your Favorite Channels: 1 TV Press the MENU button.
3/23/05 5:06 PM Page 35 O P E R AT I O N Labeling the Channels Use this feature to assign an easy-to-remember label to any channel (i.e., “CBS”, “ESPN”, “PBS2”, CNN1”, etc.) A label consists of five fields, where each field is a letter, a number or a blank. When the INFO button is pressed, the channel label will appear next to the channel number. 1 TV Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Channel”, then press the ENTER button. 2 TV Press the … or † button to select a letter, a number or a blank.
AA68-03556A-00Eng 3/23/05 5:06 PM Page 36 O P E R AT I O N Picture Control You can select the type of picture which best corresponds to your viewing requirements. Using Automatic Picture Settings Your TV has automatic picture settings (“Dynamic”, “Standard”, and “Movie”) that are preset at the factory. You can activate either Dynamic, Standard, or Movie by making a selection from the menu. Or, you can select “Custom” which automatically recalls your personalized picture settings.
AA68-03556A-00Eng 3/23/05 5:06 PM Page 37 O P E R AT I O N Customizing the Picture You can use the on-screen menus to change the “Contrast”, “Brightness”, “Sharpness”, “Color”, “Tint”, and “Color Tone” according to personal preference. 1 TV Picture Mode Size Tilt Press the MENU button. : Dynamic : 16:9 √ √ √ Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Picture”, then press the ENTER button.
AA68-03556A-00Eng 3/23/05 5:06 PM Page 38 O P E R AT I O N 5 TV Custom Mode Contrast Brightness Sharpness Color Tint G 50 Color Tone Reset Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Color Tone”, then press the ENTER button. Press the … or † button to select a particular item (“Cool 2”, “Cool 1”, “Normal”, “Warm 1”, or “Warm 2”), then press the ENTER button.
AA68-03556A-00Eng 3/23/05 5:06 PM Page 39 O P E R AT I O N Sound Control Adjusting the Volume Press the VOL + or VOL - buttons to increase or decrease the volume. Using the MUTE Button At any time, you can temporarily cut off the sound using the MUTE button. 1 Press the MUTE button and the sound cuts off. The “MUTE” is displayed. MUTE 2 To turn MUTE off, press the MUTE button again, or press either the VOL + or VOL - button.
AA68-03556A-00Eng 3/23/05 5:06 PM Page 40 O P E R AT I O N Using Automatic Sound Settings Your TV has automatic sound settings (“Standard”, “Music”, “Movie”, and “Speech”) that are preset at the factory. You can activate either Standard, Music, Movie or Speech by making a selection from the menu. Or, you can select “Custom,” which automatically recalls your personalized sound settings. 1 Mode Equalizer Multi-Track Options Auto Volume Digital Output BBE Press the MENU button.
AA68-03556A-00Eng 3/23/05 5:06 PM Page 41 O P E R AT I O N Customizing the Sound The sound settings can be adjusted to suit your personal preferences. (Alternatively, you can use one of the “automatic” settings. See page 40.) 1 TV Press the MENU button. Press the … or † button to select “Sound”, then press the ENTER button. 2 Press the … or † button to select “Equalizer”, then press the ENTER button.
AA68-03556A-00Eng 3/23/05 5:06 PM Page 42 O P E R AT I O N Setting the Clock Setting the clock is necessary in order to use the various timer features of the TV. Also, you can check the time while watching the TV. (Just press the INFO button.) Option 1: Setting the Clock Manually 1 TV Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Setup”, then press the ENTER button.
AA68-03556A-00Eng 3/23/05 5:06 PM Page 43 O P E R AT I O N Option 2: Setting the Clock Automatically The clock can be set automatically if you are receiving a digital signal. 1 TV Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Setup”, then press the ENTER button. 2 TV TV √ √ √ √ Clock Set TV : Auto Manual Auto : Eastern : No Time Zone Select the time zone in which you live. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Time Zone”, then press the ENTER button.
AA68-03556A-00Eng 3/23/05 5:06 PM Page 44 O P E R AT I O N Viewing an External Signal Source Use the remote control to switch between viewing signals from connected equipment, such as a VCR, DVD, set-top box, and the TV source (broadcast or cable). Setting the Signal Source 1 Input TV Press the MENU button. √ √ Source List Edit Name Press the ENTER button to select “Input”. 2 Press the ENTER button to select “Source List”.
AA68-03556A-00Eng 3/23/05 5:06 PM Page 45 O P E R AT I O N Assigning Names to External Input Mode 1 Input TV Press the MENU button. √ √ Source List Edit Name Press the ENTER button to select “Input”. 2 3 Input TV Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Edit Name”, then press the ENTER button. Edit Name TV Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select the signal source to be edited, then press the ENTER button.
AA68-03556A-00Eng 3/23/05 5:06 PM Page 46 C I A L F E AT U R E S C hSaP Ep ter Four S P E C I A L F E AT U R E S Analog Fine Tuning Analog Channels The Fine Tuning function lets you manually adjust the TV’s tuner if you have difficulty tuning channels. 1 TV Channel Antenna : Air Auto Program Add / Delete Favorite Channels Name Fine Tune Signal Strength LNA : On Press the MENU button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Channel”, then press the ENTER button.
AA68-03556A-00Eng 3/23/05 5:06 PM Page 47 S P E C I A L F E AT U R E S Digital Checking the Digital-Signal Strength Unlike analog channels, which can vary in reception quality from “snowy” to clear, digital (HDTV) channels have either perfect reception quality or you will not receive them at all. So, unlike analog channels, you cannot fine tune a digital channel. You can, however, adjust your antenna to improve the reception of available digital channels. 1 TV Press the MENU button.
AA68-03556A-00Eng 3/23/05 5:06 PM Page 48 S P E C I A L F E AT U R E S Changing the Screen Size 1 TV Picture Mode Size Tilt Press the MENU button. √ √ √ : Dynamic : 16:9 Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Picture”, then press the ENTER button. 2 TV Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Size”, then press the ENTER button. œ Changing the Screen Format feature availability depends on the current broadcasting signal format.
AA68-03556A-00Eng 3/23/05 5:06 PM Page 49 S P E C I A L F E AT U R E S Tilt Due to the Earth’s magnetic field there may be some minor image tilt depending on the TV’s location. When this occurs, follow the steps below. 1 TV Picture Mode Size Tilt Press the MENU button. √ √ √ : Dynamic : 16:9 Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Picture”, then press the ENTER button. 2 TV Picture Mode Size Tilt Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Tilt”, then press the ENTER button.
AA68-03556A-00Eng 3/23/05 5:06 PM Page 50 S P E C I A L F E AT U R E S Using the R.Surf Feature This feature allows you to set the TV to return to a particular channel after a certain amount of time. For example, you may be watching a channel when commercials start. You can set the R.Surf to “5 minutes”, then switch channels. After 5 minutes, the TV will return to the original channel. To use the R.Surf feature: 1 While you are watching the channel to which you want to return, press the R.SURF button.
AA68-03556A-00Eng 3/23/05 5:06 PM Page 51 S P E C I A L F E AT U R E S Digital Choosing a Multi-Channel Sound (MTS) track The digital-TV transmission system is capable of simultaneous transmission of many audio tracks (for example, simultaneous translations of the program into foreign languages). The availability of these additional “multitracks” depends upon the program. 1 Mode Equalizer Multi-Track Options Auto Volume Digital Output BBE Press the MENU button.
AA68-03556A-00Eng 3/23/05 5:06 PM Page 52 S P E C I A L F E AT U R E S Analog Choosing a Multi-Channel Sound (MTS) track Depending on the particular program being broadcast, you can listen to Mono, Stereo, or SAP. 1 TV Press the … or † button to select “Sound”, then press the ENTER button. 2 TV Press the … or † button to select “Multi-Track Sound”, then press the ENTER button. Press the … or † button to select a setting you want, then press the ENTER button.
AA68-03556A-00Eng 3/23/05 5:06 PM Page 53 S P E C I A L F E AT U R E S Auto Volume Each broadcasting station has its own signal conditions, and it is inconvenient to adjust the volume every time the channel is changed. “Auto Volume” automatically adjusts the volume of the desired channel by lowering the sound output when the modulation signal is high or by raising the sound output when the modulation signal is low. 1 TV Press the MENU button.
AA68-03556A-00Eng 3/23/05 5:06 PM Page 54 S P E C I A L F E AT U R E S Digital Choosing a Digital Sound Format Digital sound can be output from the rear-panel connector on your TV. The digital sound output is an optical connector labeled “DIGITAL AUDIO OUT (OPTICAL)”. After connecting an optical digital-audio component, you must specify the transmission format (Dolby or PCM, as appropriate to your digital audio component).
AA68-03556A-00Eng 3/23/05 5:06 PM Page 55 S P E C I A L F E AT U R E S BBE BBE is a built-in effect that adds clarity, punch and dynamics to the sound. 1 TV Press the MENU button. Press the … or † button to select “Sound”, then press the ENTER button. 2 Press the … or † button to select “BBE”, then press the ENTER button. Press the … or † button to select “On” or “Off”, then press the ENTER button.
AA68-03556A-00Eng 3/23/05 5:07 PM Page 56 S P E C I A L F E AT U R E S Setting the On/Off Timer 1 TV Press the MENU button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Setup”, then press the ENTER button. 2 œ You must set the clock first. Setup Plug & Play Language : English Time V-Chip Caption Menu Transparency : Medium Function Help : Off TV √ √ √ √ √ √ √ œ The current time will appear every time you press the INFO button.
AA68-03556A-00Eng 3/23/05 5:07 PM Page 57 S P E C I A L F E AT U R E S Setting the Sleep Timer The sleep timer automatically shuts off the TV after a preset time (from 30 to 180 minutes). 1 TV Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Setup”, then press the ENTER button. 2 TV √ √ √ √ √ √ √ Time 03/ 02/ 2005/ 1 :36 pm Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Time”, then press the ENTER button.
AA68-03556A-00Eng 3/23/05 5:07 PM Page 58 S P E C I A L F E AT U R E S Using the V-Chip (USA) Access to channels and programs is controlled by a password (i.e., a 4-digit secret code that is defined by the user). The on-screen menu will instruct you to assign a password (and you can change it later, if necessary). How to Change Your Password 1 TV Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Setup”, then press the ENTER button.
AA68-03556A-00Eng 3/23/05 5:07 PM Page 59 S P E C I A L F E AT U R E S How to Enable/Disable the Rating Controls 1 TV Press the MENU button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Setup”, then press the ENTER button. 2 Setup Plug & Play Language : English Time V-Chip Caption Menu Transparency : Medium Function Help : Off TV V-Chip Enter your PIN Press the … or † button to select “V-Chip”, then press the ENTER button. * * * Press the number buttons to enter your current 4-digit PIN.
AA68-03556A-00Eng 3/23/05 5:07 PM Page 60 S P E C I A L F E AT U R E S How to Set up Restrictions Using the “TV Parental Guidelines” The parental restrictions can be set up using either of two methods: The “TV Parental Guidelines” or “MPAA Rating”. 1 TV Press the MENU button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Setup”, then press the ENTER button.
AA68-03556A-00Eng 3/23/05 5:07 PM Page 61 S P E C I A L F E AT U R E S How to Set up Restrictions using the Movie Ratings: G, PG, PG-13, R, NC-17, X The Movie rating system uses the Motion Picture Association of America (MPAA) system, and its main application is for movies. When the Rating Control is on, the TV will automatically block any programs that are coded with objectionable ratings (either MPAA or TV-Ratings).
AA68-03556A-00Eng 3/23/05 5:07 PM Page 62 S P E C I A L F E AT U R E S Important Notes About Parental Locks Explanation of the MPAA and TV (FCC) Rating Systems: TV (FCC) Age-Based Ratings TV-MA Mature audiences only. This program may contain mature themes, profane language, graphic violence and explicit sexual content. TV-G General audience. It contains little or no violence, no strong language, and little or no sexual dialog or situations. TV-Y7 Directed to older children.
AA68-03556A-00Eng 3/23/05 5:07 PM Page 63 S P E C I A L F E AT U R E S Analog Viewing Closed Captions (On-Screen Text Messages) The Analog Caption function operates in either analog RF channel mode or external signal mode. (Depending on the broadcasting signal, the Analog Caption function may operate on digital channels.) 1 TV Press the MENU button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Setup”, then press the ENTER button.
AA68-03556A-00Eng 3/23/05 5:07 PM Page 64 S P E C I A L F E AT U R E S • The default is “CC1”. CC1 : The Primary Synchronous Caption Service. These are captions in the primary language that must be in sync with the sound, preferably matched to a specific frame. CC2 : The Special Non-Synchronous Use Captions. This channel carries data that is intended to augment information carried in the program. CC3 : Secondary Synchronous Caption Service.
AA68-03556A-00Eng 3/23/05 5:07 PM Page 65 S P E C I A L F E AT U R E S Digital Viewing Closed Captions (On-Screen Text Messages) The Digital Captions function operates on digital channels. 1 TV Press the MENU button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Setup”, then press the ENTER button.
AA68-03556A-00Eng 3/23/05 5:07 PM Page 66 S P E C I A L F E AT U R E S 6 Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Size”, then press the ENTER button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select one you want, then press the ENTER button. TV œ • The availability of Digital Caption Options Size Style Foreground Background Foreground Opacity Background Opacity Return to Default : : : : : : Default Default Default Default Default Default √ √ √ √ √ √ captions depends on the program being broadcast.
AA68-03556A-00Eng 3/23/05 5:07 PM Page 67 S P E C I A L F E AT U R E S Menu Transparency Level Adjusts the transparency of the menu screen. 1 TV Press the MENU button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Setup”, then press the ENTER button.
AA68-03556A-00Eng 3/23/05 5:07 PM Page 68 S P E C I A L F E AT U R E S Digital Electronic Program Guide Your TV has an “Electronic Program Guide” to help you navigate through all the possible viewing options. The EPG supplies information, such as program lists, start and end times of all available channels. In addition, detailed information about the program is often available in the EPG. (The availability and the amount of program details will vary depending on the broadcaster.
AA68-03556A-00Eng 3/23/05 5:07 PM Page 69 S P E C I A L F E AT U R E S Using the Electronic Program Guide 1 TV Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Guide”, then press the ENTER button. 2 TV Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Mini Guide” or “Full Guide”, then press the ENTER button. : Mini Guide √ √ √ √ Guide Mini Guide Full Guide Remind List Default Guide Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Default Guide”, then press the ENTER button.
AA68-03556A-00Eng 3/23/05 5:07 PM Page 70 S P E C I A L F E AT U R E S Viewing Information about a Single Channel 1 TV Guide Mini Guide Full Guide Remind List Default Guide Press the MENU button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Guide”, then press the ENTER button. 2 Press the ENTER button to select “Mini Guide”. Press the ▲ or ▼ buttons to view information about one channel by time. You can switch between Full Guide mode and Mini Guide mode by pressing the Red button repeatedly.
AA68-03556A-00Eng 3/23/05 5:07 PM Page 71 S P E C I A L F E AT U R E S Viewing Information about Channels Displays the program time and content for all channels. This function is available only when the program is digital. 1 TV Guide Mini Guide Full Guide Remind List Default Guide Press the MENU button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Guide”, then press the ENTER button.
AA68-03556A-00Eng 3/23/05 5:07 PM Page 72 S P E C I A L F E AT U R E S Remind List Reminded Viewing List If you have made a scheduled viewing list of programs you would like to see, the channel will be automatically switched to the scheduled program at the scheduled time even if you are watching another program. 1 TV Guide Mini Guide Full Guide Remind List Default Guide Press the MENU button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Guide”, then press the ENTER button.
AA68-03556A-00Eng 3/23/05 5:07 PM Page 73 S P E C I A L F E AT U R E S To View the Remind List 1 TV Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Guide”, then press the ENTER button. 2 Guide Mini Guide Full Guide Remind List Default Guide Press the MENU button. : Mini Guide TV Guide Mini Guide Full Guide Remind List Default Guide Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Remind List”, then press the ENTER button.
AA68-03556A-00Eng 3/23/05 5:07 PM Page 74 S P E C I A L F E AT U R E S Customizing Your Remote Control Your TV comes equipped with a universal remote control. In addition to controlling the TV, the universal remote control can also operate a VCR, Cable box, DVD, and set-top box. • The remote control might not be compatible with all VCRs, DVD players, Cable box, and set-top box. Setting Up Your Remote Control to Operate Your VCR (Cable box or DVD player) 1 Turn off your VCR (Cable box or DVD player).
AA68-03556A-00Eng 3/23/05 5:07 PM Page 75 S P E C I A L F E AT U R E S Remote Control Codes VCR Codes Cable Box Codes DVD Codes English - 75
AA68-03556A-00Eng 3/23/05 5:07 PM Page 76 P E C I A L F E AT U R E S C hSa pter Five TROUBLESHOOTING If the TV seems to have a problem, first try this list of possible problems and solutions. If none of these troubleshooting tips apply, then call your nearest Samsung authorized service center. Identifying Problems Problem Possible Solution Poor picture. Try another channel. Adjust the antenna. Check all wire connections. Poor sound quality. Try another channel. Adjust the antenna.
AA68-03556A-00Eng 3/23/05 5:07 PM Page 77 EMO A p pMe ndix Cleaning and Maintaining Your TV Please follow these guidelines to get the maximum performance from your TV. Placement • Do not place the TV near extremely hot, cold, humid or dusty places. • Do not place the TV near appliances with electric motors that create magnetic fields, such as vacuum cleaners. • Keep the ventilation openings clear; do not place the TV on a soft surface, such as cloth or paper.
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AA68-03556A-00Eng 3/23/05 5:07 PM Page 80 1-800-SAMSUNG (1-800-726-7864) Samsung Electronics America Service Division 400 Valley Road, Suite 201 Mount Arlington, NJ 07856 www.samsung.com Samsung Electronics Canada Inc. Samsung Customer Care 7037 Financial Drive Mississauga, Ontario L5N 6R3 www.samsung.
