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Samsung TXN2798HF Owner's Instructions Manual

Samsung TXN2798HF Owner's Instructions Manual

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  • Page 1 TXN2771HF/TXN3071WHF TXN3271HF/TXN2798HF TXN3098WHF/TXN3298HF TXN2775HF/TXN3075WHF TXN3275HF/TXN2670WHF Owner’s Instructions AA68-02723A-00(ENG) COLOR TELEVISION...

  • Page 2: Safety Instructions

    Canadian Electrical Code, Part I), that provides guidelines for proper grounding and, in particular, specifies that the cable ground shall be connected to the grounding system of the building as close to the point of cable entry as practical. Caution: FCC/CSA regulations state that any unauthorized changes or modifica- tions to this equipment may void the user’...

  • Page 3: Important Safety Information

    We designed it with easy-to-use on-screen menus and closed captioning capabili- ties, making it one of the best products in its class. We are proud to offer you a product that will provide convenient, dependable service and enjoyment for years to come.
  • Page 4 • Avoid overhead power lines. An outside antenna system should not be placed in the vicinity of overhead power lines or other electric light or power circuits or where it can fall into such power lines or circuits. When installing an outside antenna system, be extremely careful to keep from touching the power lines or circuits.

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Connecting Cable TV ........2.2...
  • Page 6 Setting Up Your Remote Control to Operate Your Cable Box ..4.3 Fine Tuning Channels........4.4 LNA (Low Noise Amplifier) .

  • Page 7: Chapter 1: Your New

    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: • Full Flat Screen •...

  • Page 8: 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. • TXN2771HF •...

  • Page 9: Front Panel Jacks

    Front Panel Jacks You can use the front 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 – 2.10.) ¨...

  • Page 10: 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.)

  • Page 11: 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 and cable box. See page 4.1 for details.

  • Page 12: Vcr Controls

    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 13: Number Buttons

    (or select your personal, cus- tomized sound settings). TXN2798HF/TXN3098WHF/TXN3298HF ˝ MODE Selects a target device to be con- trolled by the Samsung remote control (i.e., TV, VCR, Cable box, or DVD). Ô Pre-CH Tunes to the previous channel.
  • Page 14 Note: The still function doesn’t operate in Component 1, 2 mode. Locate Press to move the PIP window to any of the four corners of the TV screen. Swap Exchanges the video signal that is currently displayed on the main screen with the signal in the PIP window.

  • Page 15: Chapter 2: Installation

    VHF and UHF Antennas,” on page 2.2. Antennas with 300-ohm Flat Twin Leads If you are using an off-air antenna (such as a roof antenna or “rabbit ears”) that has 300-ohm twin flat leads, follow the directions below. Place the wires from the...

  • Page 16: Antennas With 75-Ohm Round Leads

    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).

  • Page 17: Connecting To A Cable Box That Descrambles All Channels

    If your cable box descrambles only some channels (such as premium channels), follow the instructions below. You will need a two-way splitter, an RF (A/B) switch, and four lengths of coaxial cable. (These items are available at most electronics stores.)
  • Page 18 Set the A/B switch to the “B” position to view scrambled channels. (When you set the A/B switch to “B,” you will need to tune your TV to the cable box’ s output channel, which is usu- ally channel 3 or 4.)

  • Page 19: Connecting A Vcr

    TV. If you have a “mono” (non-stereo) VCR, use the Y-connector (not supplied) to hook up to the left and right audio input jacks of the TV. If your VCR is stereo, you must con- nect two cables.

  • Page 20: Connecting An S-Vhs Vcr

    Make sure the jacks you are using are underneath the number “1.” Connect an S-video cable between the S-VIDEO OUT jack on the VCR and the S-VIDEO INPUT jack on the TV. An S-video cable is usually included with an S-VHS VCR. (If not, check your local electronics store.) HAPTER NSTALLATION...

  • 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:...

  • Page 22: Connecting A Digital Tv Set-Top Box (480P/1080I)

    Connecting to Y,Pb,Pr Connect the Y, P on the TV. Next, connect the Left and Right audio from the set-top box to the corre- sponding L and R terminals on the TV. (The connections for a typical set-top box are shown below.)

  • Page 23: Connecting To Dvi (Digital Visual Interface)

    For detailed information, refer to the Set Top Box instruction manual. • The DIGITAL INPUT jack is not compatible with the picture signal of a personal computer. • Use a DVI 25-pin cable (commercially available) in order to digitally connect the TV with a DTV decoder.

  • Page 24: 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. (Also see “Viewing an External Signal Source”...

  • Page 25: 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/AAA size batteries. Replace the cover. Make sure to match the “ ” and – “ ” ends of the batteries with the diagram inside the compartment.

  • Page 26: Turning The Tv On And Off

    You can also use the POWER button on the front panel. Plug & Play Feature When the TV is initially powered On, five basic customer settings proceed automatically and subsequently: Setting the language, Video signal source, Ant. input check, Auto pro- gram, and Clock.
  • Page 27 Plug & Play and press the VOL+ but- ton. The message “Plug & Play” is displayed. Note: Plug & Play feature doesn’t work when the V-chip is on or when in the A/V mode. : TV O HAPTER HREE...

  • Page 28: Viewing The Menus And On-Screen Displays

    Sound, Channel, Function and PIP. Use the CH and CH Then press the VOL+ button to access the icon’s sub-menu. Press the MENU button to exit. Viewing the Display The display identifies the current channel and the status of certain audio-video settings.

  • Page 29: Selecting A Menu Language

    P E R AT I O N Selecting a Menu Language Press the MENU button to display the menu. Press the CH button to select “Function”, then press the VOL + button Press the VOL + button to select the appropriate lan- guage: English, Español,...

  • Page 30: Memorizing The Channels

    Selecting the Video Signal-source Before your television can begin memorizing the available channels, you must specify the type of signal source that is connected to the TV (i.e., an antenna or a cable system). Press the MENU button to display the menu.

  • Page 31: Storing Channels In Memory (Automatic Method)

    Auto program menu reap- pears. Press the MENU button to exit. Note: Channel auto program does not function when the V-chip is active. The TV automatically cycles through all of the available channels and stores them in memory. This takes about one to two minutes.

  • Page 32: Adding And Erasing Channels (Manual Method)

    P E R AT I O N Adding and Erasing Channels (Manual Method) Press the MENU button to display the menu. Press the CH select “Channel”, then press the VOL+ button. Press the CH button to select “Add/Erase”, then press the VOL+ button.

  • Page 33: Changing Channels

    For example, to select channel 27, press “2” then “7”. The TV will change channels when you press the second number. When you use the number buttons, you can directly select channels that were either erased or not memorized. To select a channel over 100, press the +100 button.

  • Page 34: 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 num- ber, “*”, or a blank. When the DISPLAY button is pressed, the channel label will appear next to the channel number.

  • Page 35: 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 DISPLAY button).

  • Page 36: Option 2: Using The Local Pbs Channel To Automatically Set The Tv Clock

    P E R AT I O N Option 2: Using the Local PBS Channel to Automatically Set the TV Clock Press the MENU button to display the menu. Press the CH select “Function”, then press the VOL + button. Press the CH select “Auto clock set”...
  • Page 37 P E R AT I O N Press the CH button to select “Time zone”. While “Time zone” is selected, then press the VOL+ or VOL- to change the Time zone. Sequence: ATL., EAST, CEN., MTN., PAC., ALAS., HAW.. Press the CH button to select “DST”(Daylight...

  • Page 38: 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 according to personal preference. (Alternatively, you can use one of the “automatic” settings. See next page.) Press the MENU button to display menu.

  • Page 39: 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 Standard, Mild or Dynamic by pressing the P.MODE button (or by making a selection from the menu). Or, you can select “Custom”...

  • Page 40: Customizing The Sound

    P E R AT I O N Customizing the Sound The sound settings can be adjusted to suit your personal perferences. (Alternatively, you can use one of the “automatic” settings. See next page.) Press the MENU button to display the menu.

  • Page 41: Using Automatic Sound Settings

    You can activate either Standard, Music, Movie or Speech by pressing the S.MODE button (or by making a selection from the menu). Or, you can select “Custom,” which automatically recalls your personalized sound settings.

  • Page 42: Viewing An External Signal Source

    P E R AT I O N Viewing an External Signal Source You must select the appropriate mode in order to view the external signal on the TV. Press the MENU button to display the menu. Press the CH select “Channel”, then press the VOL+ button.

  • Page 43: Chapter 4: Special Features

    Your TV comes equipped with a “universal” remote control. In addition to controlling the TV, the universal remote can also operate a VCR, DVD and a cable box (even if your VCR and cable box are made by manufacturers other than Samsung).

  • Page 44: Vcr Codes

    P E C I A L E AT U R E S VCR Codes DVD Codes HAPTER PECIAL EATURES...

  • Page 45: Cable Box Codes

    Press the MODE button and make sure that the CABLE LED is illuminated. On your Samsung remote control, press the SET button. Enter 3 digits of the cable box code listed below for your brand of cable box. Press the POWER button. Your cable box should turn on. If your cable box turns on, your remote control is now “set up”...

  • Page 46: 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 optional reception. Select the appropriate channel. Press MENU to display the menu. Press the CH select the “Channel”, then...

  • Page 47: Lna (Low Noise Amplifier)

    E AT U R E S LNA (Low Noise Amplifier) (TXN2798HF/ TXN3098WHF/TXN3298HF) If the TV is operating in a weak-signal area, sometimes the LNA function can improve the reception (a low-noise preamplifier boosts the incoming signal). Press the MENU button to display the menu.

  • Page 48: Tilt

    P E C I A L E AT U R E S Tilt 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 49: Dnie Tm (Digital Natural Image Engine)

    E AT U R E S DNIe (Digital Natural Image engine) TXN2798HF/TXN3098WHF/TXN3298HF Samsung’ s New Technology enables an improved image with detail, contrast and white enhancement and 3D noise reduction. Press the MENU button to display the menu. Press the CH...

  • Page 50: Digital Noise Reduction

    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 51: Changing The Screen Size

    You can also move the picture on screen using the joystick up or down. • 4:3(Normal): Sets the picture to 4:3 normal mode. Notes: Screen size cannot be changed in the PIP mode. When the Aspect button is selected and then the appropriate OSD(On-Screen Display) is displayed, the Channel Up/Down but- tons don't operate for about three seconds.

  • Page 52: Changing The Color Tone

    VOL+ button. Press the CH select “P.Function”, then press the VOL+ button. Press the CH select "Color Tone". Press the VOL + or VOL - buttons to select ”Normal”, “Warm 1”, “Cool 1”, “Warm 2”or “Cool 2” according to personal preference.

  • Page 53: Using The R.surf Feature

    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.

  • Page 54: Setting The On/Off Timer

    CH or CH Before using the timer, you must set the TV’ s clock. (See “Setting the Clock” on page 3.10). When any of the timers are set, the “Timer” LED will illuminate (front panel of TV.)

  • Page 55: Setting The Sleep Timer

    When finished setting the timer, press the MENU button to exit. Setting the Sleep Timer The sleep timer automatically shuts off the TV after a preset time (from 10 to 180 minutes). Press the SLEEP button on the remote control.

  • Page 56: Choosing A Multi-Channel Sound (Mts) Soundtrack

    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 57: Extra Sound Settings (Turbo Sound, Surround, Auto Volume, Melody, Bbe Or Woofer)

    Turbo sound emphasizes the bass and treble frequencies to add fullness to the sound. • 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 58 P E C I A L E AT U R E S Settings Turbo Sound, Surround, Auto Volume, Melody or BBE Press the CH select “S.Function”, the press the VOL + button. Press the CH button to select the required item, the press the VOL + button to select “On”.

  • Page 59: Viewing Closed Captions

    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. All VCRs record the closed caption signal from television programs, so home-record- ed video tapes also provide closed captions.

  • Page 60: Viewing Picture-In-Picture

    Viewing Picture-in-Picture (TXN2798HF/ TXN3098WHF/TXN3298HF) You can use the PIP feature to simultaneously to watch two video sources. Note:The PIP feature does not work with DVD signals and S-Video mode. When PIP is selected in the Zoom mode, the Mode is automatically converted into the Normal mode.

  • Page 61: Selecting A Signal Source (External A/V) For Pip

    P E C I A L E AT U R E S Selecting a Signal Source (External A/V) for PIP Press the MENU button to display the menu. Press the CH to select the “PIP”, then press the VOL + button.

  • Page 62: Changing The Size Of The Pip Window

    PECIAL EATURES to select to select Quick way to access the PIP size: Just press the SIZE button on the remote control. Press the SIZE button repeatedly to cycle through this sequence: double screen window, large window, small window and...

  • Page 63: Swapping The Contents Of The Pip Image And Main Image

    P E C I A L E AT U R E S Swapping the Contents of the PIP image and Main image Press the MENU button to display the menu. Press the CH to select the “PIP”, then press the VOL + button.

  • Page 64: Changing The Pip Channel

    PIP window. Press the MENU button to exit. 4.22 HAPTER PECIAL EATURES to select to select or CH Quick way to access the PIP channel: Just press the CH or CH button(blue color) on the remote control.

  • Page 65: Using The V-Chip

    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. Note : When the V-chip feature is active, channel-auto program features do not function.

  • Page 66: How To Enable/Disable The V-Chip

    How to Set up Restrictions Using the “TV guidelines” First, set up a personal identification number (PIN), and enable the V-Chip. (See previous section.) Parental restrictions can be set up using either of two methods: The TV guidelines or the MPAA rating.
  • Page 67 While the “U” or ”B” is red, press the CH Press the MENU button once to save the TV guidelines. A TV-Rating will be selected (BLUE), and no letters will blink. To exit this screen, press the MENU button again. To select a different TV-Rating, press the CH or CH button and then repeat the process.

  • Page 68: How To Set Up Restrictions Using The Mpaa Ratings: G, Pg, Pg-13, R, Nc-17, X

    Next, while the TV-Rating is selected (BLUE), repeatedly press the VOL + button. This will cycle through the available sub-ratings (FV,L, S, D or V). A blinking letter (“U” or “B”) will be displayed for each sub-rating. While the “U” or “B” is blinking, press the CH or CH Press the MENU button once to save the TV guidelines.

  • Page 69: How To Set Up Restrictions Using The Canadian English (Only Canada)

    NC-17 No children under age 17. X (Adults only). Not rated. While a particular category is selected, press VOL + to activate it. A letter (“U” or “B”) will be displayed. Press the CH button to select “U” or”B”. Press the MENU button to save the settings and to clear all screens.

  • Page 70: How To Set Up Restrictions Using The Canadian French (Only Canada)

    While a particular category is selected, press VOL + to activate it. A letter (“U” or “B”) will be displayed. Press the CH Press the MENU button to save the settings and to clear all screens. How to Set up Restrictions Using the...

  • Page 71: How To Reset The Tv After The V-Chip Blocks A Channel ("Emergency Escape")

    How to Reset the TV after the V-Chip Blocks a Channel (“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 72: Viewing The Demonstration

    P E C I A L E AT U R E S Viewing the Demonstration (TXN2798HF/TXN3098WHF/TXN3298HF) To become familiar with the various menus provided by your television, you can view the in built demonstration. Press the MENU button to display the menu.

  • Page 73: 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 service center.

  • Page 74: Appendix

    Using Your TV in Another Country If you plan to take your TV with you to a foreign country, please be aware of the different television systems that are in use around the world. A TV designed for one system may...
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