Samsung TXN 2030F Owner's Instructions Manual
Samsung color television owner's instructions
Hide thumbs
Also See for TXN 2030F:
- Manual (2 pages) ,
- Owner's instructions manual (59 pages) ,
- Owner's instructions manual (60 pages)
Related Manuals for Samsung TXN 2030F
Summary of Contents for Samsung TXN 2030F
- Page 1 TXN2734F / TXN2434F / TXN2034F TXN2036F / TXN2730F / TXN2030F TXN2726 Owner’s Instructions Printed in Mexico AA68-02821A (ENG) COLOR TELEVISION...
-
Page 2: Safety Instructions
To prevent damage which may result in fire or electric shock hazard, do not expose this appliance to rain or moisture. As an ENERGY STAR Partner. Samsung Electronics America, Inc. has determined that this product or product model meets the ENERGY STAR guidelines for energy efficiency. CAUTION... - Page 3 Thank You for Choosing Samsung Thank you for choosing Samsung! Your new Samsung TV receiver represents the latest in television technology. It has easy-to-use, on-screen menus and closed-captioning capabilities, making this TV one of the best products in its class. This product will provide convenient, dependable service and enjoyment for years to come.
- Page 4 • Protect the power cord. Power supply cords should be routed so that they will not be walked on or pinched by items placed on or against them. Pay particular attention to cord placement at plugs, convenience receptacles, and at the point where they exit from the unit. •...
- Page 5 1) Read these instructions. 2) Keep these instructions. 3) Heed all warnings. 4) Follow all instructions. 5) Do not use this apparatus near water. 6) Clean only with dry cloth. 7) Do not block any ventilation openings, Install in accordance with the manufacturer’ s instructions.
-
Page 6: Table Of Contents
O N T E N T S Chapter 1: Your New TV ....1.1 Chapter 2: Installation ....2.1 Chapter 3: Operation . - Page 7 O N T E N T S Chapter 4: Special Features ... . 4.1 Customizing Your Remote Control ......4.1 Setting Up Your Remote Control to Operate Your VCR or DVD .
-
Page 8: List Of Features
C h a p t e r O n e O U R List of Features Your TV was designed with the latest technology. This TV is a high-performance unit that includes the following special features: • Easy-to-use remote control •... -
Page 9: Familiarizing Yourself With The Tv
O U R Familiarizing Yourself with The TV Front Panel Buttons The buttons on the front panel control your TV’ s basic features, including the on-screen menu. To use the more advanced features, you must use the remote control. TXN2734F / TXN2434F / TXN2034F TXN2730F / TXN2030F Œ... -
Page 10: Side Panel Jacks
O U R Side Panel Jacks You can use the Side panel jacks to connect an A/V component that is used only occa- sionally, such as a camcorder or video game. (For information on connecting equipment, see pages 2.1 – 2.8.) TXN2734F TXN2036F Œ... -
Page 11: Rear Panel Jacks
O U R Rear Panel Jacks Use the rear panel jacks to connect an A/V component that will be connected continuously, such as a VCR or a DVD player. Because there are two sets of input jacks, you can connect two different A/V components (i.e., a VCR and a DVD, 2 VCRs, etc.) For more information on connecting equipment, see pages 2.1 –... -
Page 12: Remote Control
O U R 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 and cable box. See page 4.1 for details. - Page 13 O U R Remote Control ¯ VCR Controls REW (Rewind) Press to rewind a tape in your VCR. STOP Press this button to stop a tape during play, record, rewind or fast forward. If the button is pressed during Full-Automatic play, the function will be can- celled.
-
Page 14: Number Buttons
O U R Remote Control Œ POWER Turns the TV on and off. ´ Number buttons Press to select channels directly on the TV. ˇ +100 Press to select channels over 100. For example, to select channel 121, press “+100,” then press “2”... -
Page 15: Chapter 2: Installation
C h a p t e r Tw o 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”... -
Page 16: 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 VHF/UHF terminal on the bottom of the back 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 17: 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 con- nected to the ANTENNA OUT terminal on your cable box. Connect the other end of this cable to the VHF/UHF antenna terminal on the back of the TV. -
Page 18: Connecting A Vcr
N S TA L L AT I O N Connect a coaxial cable between the ANTENNA OUT terminal on the cable box and the B–IN terminal on the A/B switch. Connect another cable between the other OUT terminal on the splitter and the A–IN terminal on the RF (A/B) switch. - Page 19 N S TA L L AT I O N Connect a coaxial cable between the ANTENNA OUT terminal on the VCR and the antenna terminal on the TV. A coaxial cable is usually included with a VCR. (If not, check your local electronics store).
-
Page 20: Connecting An S-Vhs Vcr (Option)
N S TA L L AT I O N Connecting an S-VHS VCR (Option) Your Samsung TV can be connected to an S-Video signal from an S-VHS VCR. (This connection delivers a better picture as compared to a standard VHS VCR.) To begin, follow steps 1–3 in the previous... -
Page 21: 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... -
Page 22: Connecting A Camcorder
N S TA L L AT I O N Connecting a Camcorder The rear 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. (Also see “Viewing a VCR or Camcorder Tape”... -
Page 23: 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 com- pletely. Install two AA size batteries. Replace the cover. Make sure to match the “ ” and – “ ” ends of the batteries with the diagram inside the compartment. -
Page 24: 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 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 25 P E R AT I O N Make sure that the antenna is connected to the TV. And then press the VOL+ or VOL- button to activate "Auto Program" or press the MENU button to skip. (refer to “Auto program” on page 3.6.) Press the VOL+ or VOL- button to move to the hour or minute.
-
Page 26: Viewing The Menus And On-Screen Displays
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 main menu appears on the screen. Its left side has four icons: Picture, Sound, Channel, and Function. -
Page 27: Selecting A Menu Language
P E R AT I O N Selecting a Menu Language Press MENU to display the menu. Press CH three times to Plug & Play select “Function”, then press the VOL + but- ton. Press VOL + to select the appropriate language: English, Spanish, or French. -
Page 28: 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 chan- nels by entering the channel digits. -
Page 29: Storing Channels In Memory (Automatic Method)
P E R AT I O N Storing Channels in Memory (Automatic Method) First, select the correct signal source (ANT, STD, HRC, IRC). See steps 1~3 on previous page. Labeling Press the MENU button, then press the CH but- ton twice to select “Channel,”... -
Page 30: Adding And Erasing Channels (Manual Method)
P E R AT I O N Adding and Erasing Channels (Manual Method) Press the MENU button. Press the CH twice to select “Channel”, then press the VOL+ but- ton. Press the CH button to select “Add/Erase”. Press the VOL+ button. Press the VOL-/+ or num- ber buttons to select the channel you want added... -
Page 31: 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 , the TV changes channels in sequence. You will see all the channels that the TV has memorized. -
Page 32: Labeling The Channels
P E R AT I O N Labeling the Channels (TXN2734F / TXN2434F / TXN2730F / TXN2726) 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 num- ber, “*”, or a blank. -
Page 33: Setting The Clock
P E R AT I O N Setting the Clock Press the MENU button to display the on-screen menu. Plug & Play Press the CH button three times to select “Function”. Press the VOL + button. Press the CH button to select “Time”... -
Page 34: 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, tint, color, and sharpness according to personal preference. (Alternatively, you can use one of the “automatic” settings. See next page.) Press MENU to display menu. -
Page 35: Using Automatic Picture Settings
P E R AT I O N Using Automatic Picture Settings Your TV has three 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. -
Page 36: Customizing The Sound
P E R AT I O N Customizing the Sound You can use the on-screen menus to adjust the bass, treble, and balance according to individual preference. (Alternatively, you can use one of the “automatic” settings. See next page.) Press the MENU button to display the menu. -
Page 37: Using Automatic Sound Settings
P E R AT I O N Using Automatic Sound Settings Your TV has four automatic sound settings (“Standard”, “Music”, “Movie” and “Speech”) that are preset at the factory. You can activate any of them by making a selection from the on-screen menu. -
Page 38: Setting The On/Off Melody
P E R AT I O N Setting The On/Off Melody You can hear clear melody sound when the TV is powered On or Off. Press the MENU button to display the menu. Press the CH select “Sound” menu , then press the VOL+ but- ton. -
Page 39: Viewing A Vcr Or Camcorder Tape
P E R AT I O N Viewing a VCR or Camcorder Tape You must select the appropriate mode in order to view the VCR or Camcorder signal on the TV. Press the MENU button to display the menu. Press the CH button twice to select Labeling... -
Page 40: Chapter 4: Special Features
TV, the universal remote can also operate a VCR, DVD and a cable box (even if your VCR, DVD and cable box are made by manufacturers other than Samsung). Setting Up Your Remote Control to Operate Your VCR or DVD Turn off your VCR or DVD. -
Page 41: Vcr Codes
P E C I A L E AT U R E S VCR Codes 26,31,32 16,18,22,54,55,61 16,18,22,54,55,61 9,16,17,23,24,55 62,73,76 3,4,5,6,7,8,22,54,85 17,18,19,22,24,29,32,36,43 50,51,56,58,66,71,74,76,77,79 11,21,27,28,52,57,67 9,16,17,41,62 18,23,55,69 DVD Codes 15,88 14,24,44,45 11,14,16,17,23,25,39 22,25 44,60,62 11,17,23,25,39,55 11,23,25,39,55 17,62 16,21 17,38,62,65 11,17,23,25,38,39,55,70 23,25 16,24,40,41 11,23,25,39,55,70,73 17,62,84,86 17,38,62,65... -
Page 42: Setting Up Your Remote Control To Operate Your Cable Box
Setting Up Your Remote Control to Operate Your Cable Box Turn off your cable box. On your Samsung remote control, press SET. Press the CABLE button on the top right of your remote control. Enter both digits of the cable box code listed below for your brand of cable box. -
Page 43: Fine Tuning Channels
P E C I A L E AT U R E S Fine Tuning Channels Use fine tuning to manually adjust a particular channel for optimal reception. Select the appropriate channel. Press the MENU button to display the menu. Press the CH button twice to select “Channel”... -
Page 44: Changing The Screen Size
P E C I A L E AT U R E S Changing the Screen Size Press the MENU button to display the menu. Press the VOL + button to select the “Picture” menu. Press the CH select "Size". Press the VOL + or VOL - button repeatedly to select “Normal”... -
Page 45: 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. -
Page 46: Tilt
P E C I A L E AT U R E S Tilt (TXN2734F / TXN2730F) Due to the Earth’ s magnetic field there may be same minor image tilt depending on the TV’ s location. When this occurs, follow the steps below. Press the MENU button to display the menu. -
Page 47: Using The Surf Feature
P E C I A L E AT U R E S Using the 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. -
Page 48: 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 to display the menu. Press the CH three times to select "Function" menu, then press the VOL+ button. Press the CH select "Time", then press the VOL+ button. -
Page 49: Setting The Sleep Timer
P E C I A L E AT U R E S Press the VOL + button to select “On/Off.” Press the CH (or CH button to turn the on- timer “On.” (Repeatedly pressing the CH button will alter- nate between on and off.) When finished, press the VOL + button . -
Page 50: Sound Features
P E C I A L E AT U R E S Sound Features Choosing a Multi-Channel Sound (MTS) Soundtrack Depending on the particular program being broadcast, you can listen to stereo, mono, or a Separate Audio Program. (SAP audio is usually a foreign-language translation. Sometimes SAP has unrelated information like news or weather.) Press the MENU button to display the menu. -
Page 51: Extra Sound Settings (Turbo Sound, Surround, Or Auto Volume)
P E C I A L E AT U R E S Extra sound settings (Turbo Sound, Surround, or Auto Volume ) • Turbo Sound Turbo sound suitably emphasizes both higher and lower bands of sound (and includes other effects). •... -
Page 52: Viewing Closed Captions
P E C I A L E AT U R E S Viewing Closed Captions 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 trans- lations. -
Page 53: Using The V-Chip
P E C I A L E AT U R E S Using the V-Chip The V-Chip feature automatically locks out programming that is deemed inappropriate for children. The user must first enter a PIN (personal ID number) before any of the V-Chip restrictions can be set up or changed. -
Page 54: How To Enable/Disable The V-Chip
P E C I A L E AT U R E S How to Enable/Disable the V-Chip Press the MENU button to display the menu. Press the CH three times to select the “Function” menu. Press the VOL+ button. Press the CH three times to select the “V-chip”... - Page 55 P E C I A L E AT U R E S Press the CH button three times to select the “V-chip” menu. Press the VOL+ button. The “Enter pin” screen will appear. Enter your 4- digit PIN number. The “V-chip” screen will appear.
-
Page 56: How To Set Up Restrictions Using The Mpaa Ratings: G, Pg, Pg-13, R, Nc-17, X
P E C I A L E AT U R E S How to set the FV, V, S, L and D sub-ratings: First, highlight one of these TV-Ratings: TV-Y7, TV-PG, TV-14 or TV-MA (See Step 4, on previous page). Next, while the TV-Rating is highlighted, repeatedly press the VOL + button. -
Page 57: How To Reset The Tv After The V-Chip Blocks A Channel ("Emergency Escape")
P E C I A L E AT U R E S The “V-chip” screen will appear. Press the CH button twice, and select “MPAA rating”. While “MPAA rating” is selected, press the VOL + button. The “MPAA rat- ing” screen will appear. Repeatedly press the CH button to select a particular MPAA category. -
Page 58: Chapter 5: Troubleshooting
C h a p t e r F i v e 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 service center. -
Page 59: Appendix
P P E N D I X Cleaning and Maintaining Your TV With proper care, your TV unit will give you many years of service. 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. •...