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- Page 1 TX-R2664WA TX-R2765A TX-R2764A TX-R3064WA TX-R3065WA TX-R3264A TX-R3265A COLOR TELEVISION Owner’s Instructions Register your product at www.samsung.com/global/register...
- Page 2 Be careful in the selection and duration of television formats used for viewing. Uneven CRT aging as a result of format selection and use, as well as other burned-in images, is not covered by your Samsung limited warranty. English - 2...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
O N T E N T S Chapter 1: Your New TV ....5 List of Features ......... . . 5 Accessories . - Page 4 O N T E N T S Picture Control ......... . 34 Using Automatic Picture Settings .
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Page 5: Chapter 1: Your New Tv
C h a p t e r O n e O U R O U R List of Features Your TV is designed with the latest technology. This TV is a high-performance unit that includes the following special features: • Full Flat Screen •... -
Page 6: Familiarizing Yourself With The Tv
O U R 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. TX-R2664WA/TX-R2764A/TX-R3064WA/TX-R3264A TX-R2765A/TX-R3065WA/TX-R3265A Œ TV/VIDEO (TX-R2664WA/TX-R2764A/ & SOURCE... -
Page 7: Connection Jacks (Side)
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 19.) TX-R2664WA/TX-R2764A/ TX-R3064WA/TX-R3264A ΠAUDIO Input Connect audio signals from a camcorder or video game. -
Page 8: Connection Jacks (Rear)
O U R 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 11~20. ΠAudio Input jacks Connect to the audio output jacks of VCRs, DVD players and similar devices. -
Page 9: 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 some Samsung Set-top boxes. See pages 64~65 for details. Œ POWER Turns the TV on and off. - Page 10 ± SET Used during set up of this remote control, so that it will work compatibly with other devices (some Samsung Set-top boxes, VCR, Cable box, DVD, etc.) English - 10 ≠ STILL Press to stop the action during a particular scene.
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Page 11: Chapter 2: Installation
C h a p t e r Tw o N S TA L L AT I O N 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”... -
Page 12: Antennas With 75-Ohm Round Leads
N S TA L L AT I O N Antennas with 75-ohm Round Leads Plug the antenna lead into the “ANT IN” 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. -
Page 13: Connecting To A Cable Box That Descrambles All Channels
N S TA L L AT I O N Connecting to a Cable Box that Descrambles All Channels Find the cable that is connected to the ANTENNA OUT terminal on your cable box. Connect the other end of this cable to the “ANT IN” terminal on the rear panel. - Page 14 N S TA L L AT I O N Connect a coaxial cable between the ANTENNA OUT terminal on the cable Incoming Cable box and the B–IN terminal on the RF (A/B) switch. Connect another cable between the other OUT terminal on the splitter Incoming Cable...
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Page 15: Connecting A Vcr
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 11~14). Connect a coaxial cable between the “ANT IN ”... -
Page 16: Connecting A Second Vcr To Record From The Tv
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: Connect a set of audio cables between the AUDIO OUT jacks on the TV and the AUDIO IN jacks on the VCR. -
Page 17: Connecting A Dvd Player
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, P Connect a set of audio cables between the “COMPONENT IN 1 (L, R)”... -
Page 18: Connecting A Digital Tv Set-Top Box
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, P Connect a coaxial cable to the ANTENNA IN terminal on the set-top box. -
Page 19: Connecting A Camcorder
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. Locate the A/V output jacks on the Camcorder. -
Page 20: Connecting To An Analog Amplifier
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”... -
Page 21: Installing Batteries In The Remote Control
N S TA L L AT I O N Installing Batteries in the Remote Control Slide the cover out completely. Install two AAA size batteries. Replace the cover. œ Make sure to match the “ – “ diagram inside the compartment. œ... -
Page 22: Chapter 3: Operation
C h a p t e r T h r e e P E R AT I O N P E R AT I O N P E R AT I O N Turning the TV On and Off Press the POWER button on the remote control. You can also use the POWER button on the front panel. - Page 23 P E R AT I O N Auto program Make sure that the antenna is connected to the TV. And then press the œ œ or √ √ button to activate "Auto Program" or press the Exit MENU button to skip. (refer to “Auto program”...
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Page 24: Viewing The Menus And On-Screen Displays (On-Screen Text Messages)
P E R AT I O N Viewing the Menus and On-Screen Displays Viewing the Menus With the power on, press the MENU button. The “Input” menu appears on the screen. Its left side has five icons: Input, Picture, Sound, Channel, Setup. Press the ▲... -
Page 25: Selecting A Menu Language
P E R AT I O N Selecting a Menu Language Press the MENU button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Setup”, then press the ENTER button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Language”. Press the œ œ or √ √ button to select “English”, “Español”, or “Français”. -
Page 26: Memorizing The Channels
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 buttons to scan through the channels. This eliminates the need to change channels by entering the channel digits. -
Page 27: Storing Channels In Memory (Automatic Method)
P E R AT I O N Storing Channels in Memory (Automatic Method) Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Auto Program”. Auto program Press the ENTER button. The TV begin memorizing all available channels. After all the available channels are stored, the channel menu reappears. -
Page 28: Adding And Erasing Channels (Manual Method)
P E R AT I O N Adding and Erasing Channels (Manual Method) To add channels that were not memorized (or to delete unwanted channels from memory): Press the MENU button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Channel”, then press the ENTER button. -
Page 29: Changing Channels
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 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. -
Page 30: Labeling The Channels
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 four 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. -
Page 31: Setting The Clock
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 Press the MENU button. -
Page 32: Option 2: Setting The Clock Automatically
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. Press the MENU button. Press the … or † button to select “Setup”, then press the ENTER button. - Page 33 P E R AT I O N Press the … or † button to select “PBS Channel”, then press the œ or √ button to select your local PBS channel. Press the … or † button to select “Time Zone”, then press the œ...
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Page 34: Picture Control
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. -
Page 35: Customizing The Picture
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. Press the MENU button. Press the … or † button to select “Picture”, then press the ENTER button. -
Page 36: Resetting The Picture Settings To The Factory Defaults
P E R AT I O N Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Color tone”, then press the ENTER button. Press the œ œ or √ √ button to select a particular item (“Cool 2”, “Cool 1”, “Normal”, “Warm 1”, or “Warm 2”). -
Page 37: Sound Control
P E R AT I O N Sound Control Adjusting the Volume Press the VOL + or VOL – button to increase or decrease the volume. Using the MUTE Button At any time, you can temporarily cut off the sound using the MUTE button. Press the MUTE button and the sound cuts off. -
Page 38: Using Automatic Sound Settings
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. -
Page 39: Customizing The Sound
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 38.) Press the MENU button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Sound”, then press the ENTER button. -
Page 40: Viewing An External Signal Source
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 a VCR, DVD, set-top box and the TV source (broadcast or cable). Setting the Signal Source Press the MENU button. -
Page 41: Assigning Names To External Input Mode
P E R AT I O N Assigning Names to External Input Mode Press the MENU button. Press the ENTER button to select “Input”. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Edit Name”, then press the ENTER button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select the signal source to be edited. -
Page 42: Chapter 4: Special Features
C h a p t e r F o u r P E C I A L E AT U R E S P E C I A L E AT U R E S Fine Tuning Channels The Fine Tuning function lets you manually adjust the TV’ s tuner if you have difficulty tuning channels. -
Page 43: Changing The Screen Size (Depending On The Model)
P E C I A L E AT U R E S Changing the Screen Size (depending on the model) Press the MENU button. Press the … or † button to select “Picture”, then press the ENTER button. Press the … or † button to select “Size”. -
Page 44: Digital Noise Reduction
P E C I A L E AT U R E S Digital Noise Reduction If the broadcast signal received by your TV is weak, you can activate the Digital Noise Reduction feature to help reduce any static and ghosting that may appear on the screen. Press the MENU button. -
Page 45: Tilt
P E C I A L 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. Press the MENU button. -
Page 46: Using The R.surf Feature
P E C I A L 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. -
Page 47: Choosing A Multi-Channel Sound (Mts) Track
P E C I A L E AT U R E S Choosing a Multi-Channel Sound (MTS) track Depending on the particular program being broadcast, you can listen to Mono, Stereo, or SAP. Press the MENU button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Sound”, then press the ENTER button. -
Page 48: Auto Volume
P E C I A L 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. -
Page 49: Setting The Surround
E AT U R E S Setting the Surround Your Samsung TV can create a “surround” effect such that the sound seems to come from all directions. Once the “Surround” is set to “On”, the setting applies to sound effects such as “Standard”, “Music”, “Movie”, and “Speech”. -
Page 50: Setting The Turbo Sound
P E C I A L E AT U R E S Setting the Turbo Sound Turbo sound emphasizes the bass and treble frequencies to add fullness to the sound. Press the MENU button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Sound”, then press the ENTER button. -
Page 51: Setting The On/Off Timer
P E C I A L E AT U R E S Setting the On/Off Timer Press the MENU button. Press the … or † button to select “Setup”, then press the ENTER button. Press the … or † button to select “Time”, then press the ENTER button. -
Page 52: Setting The Sleep Timer
P E C I A L 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). Press the MENU button. Press the … or † button to select “Setup”, then press the ENTER button. -
Page 53: Setting The Preferred Volume Level And Channel
P E C I A L E AT U R E S Setting the Preferred Volume Level and Channel The preferred volume and channel can be set for when the timer automatically turns on the TV. Press the MENU button. Press the …... -
Page 54: Viewing Closed Captions
P E C I A L E AT U R E S Viewing Closed Captions (On-Screen Text Messages) Your TV decodes and displays the closed captions that are broadcast with certain TV shows. These captions are usually subtitles for the hearing impaired or foreign-language translations. All VCRs record the closed caption signal from television programs, so home-recorded video tapes also provide closed captions. -
Page 55: Setting The On/Off Melody
P E C I A L E AT U R E S Setting the On/Off Melody You can hear a melody sound when the TV is powered On or Off. Press the MENU button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Setup”, then press the ENTER button. -
Page 56: Using The V-Chip
P E C I A L E AT U R E S Using the V-Chip 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). -
Page 57: How To Enable/Disable The Rating Controls
P E C I A L E AT U R E S How to Enable/Disable the Rating Controls Press the MENU button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Setup”, then press the ENTER button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “V-chip”, then press the ENTER button. -
Page 58: How To Set Up Restrictions Using The "Tv Parental Guidelines
P E C I A L 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”. Press the MENU button. -
Page 59: How To Set Up Restrictions Using The Movie Ratings: G, Pg, Pg-13, R, Nc-17
P E C I A L 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). -
Page 60: Important Notes About Parental Locks
P E C I A L 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. -
Page 61: How To Set Up Restrictions Using The "Canadian English
P E C I A L E AT U R E S How to Set up Restrictions Using the “Canadian English” Press the MENU button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Setup”, then press the ENTER button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “V-chip”, then press the ENTER button. -
Page 62: How To Set Up Restrictions Using The "Canadian French
P E C I A L E AT U R E S How to Set up Restrictions Using the “Canadian French” Press the MENU button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Setup”, then press the ENTER button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “V-chip”, then press the ENTER button. -
Page 63: How To Reset The Tv After The V-Chip Blocks ("Emergency Escape")
P E C I A L E AT U R E S How to Reset the TV after the V-Chip Blocks (“Emergency Escape”) If the TV is tuned to a restricted channel, the V-Chip will block it. The screen will go blank and the following message will appear: “Excessive rating.”... -
Page 64: 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 some Samsung Set-top boxes (even if your VCR, Cable box and DVD are made by manufacturers other than Samsung). - Page 65 P E C I A L E AT U R E S Remote Control Codes VCR Codes Cable Box Codes DVD Codes English - 65...
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Page 66: Chapter 5: Troubleshooting
R O U B L E S H O O T I N G 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. -
Page 67: Appendix
A TV designed for one system may not work properly with another system due to differences in the TV channel frequencies. Specifications Model Voltage of Operation TX-R2664WA 120V TX-R2764A 120V TX-R2765A 120V... - Page 68 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 55 Standish Court Mississauga, Ontario L5R 4B2 www.samsung.ca AA68-03644A-00...