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- Samsung TSL3295HF | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 1
... TSK2792F/TSK2790F TSK3292F/TSK3290F TSK3092WF/TSL3294HF TSL3095WHF/TSL3295HF TSL2795HF COLOR TELEVISION AA68-01066D(ENG) Owner's Instructions - Samsung TSL3295HF | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 2
Instructions CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE As an ENERGY STAR Partner, Samsung Electronics America, Inc. has determined that this product - Samsung TSL3295HF | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 3
Samsung! Your new Samsung TV represents the latest in television technology. We designed it with easy-to-use on-screen menus and closed captioning capabilities, making it one of the best products in its class. We are proud to offer you a product that will provide convenient, dependable service - Samsung TSL3295HF | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 4
about proper grounding of the mast and supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in wire if the TV does not operate normally by following the operating instructions - if the TV has been dropped or the cabinet has been are required, be sure the service technician uses replacement parts specified by - Samsung TSL3295HF | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 5
3.4 Memorizing the Channels 3.5 Selecting the Video Signal-source 3.5 Storing Channels in Memory (Automatic Method 3.6 Adding and Erasing Channels (Manual Method 3.7 Changing Channels 3.7 Using the Channel Buttons 3.7 Directly Accessing Channels 3.7 Using the Pre-CH Button to select the - Samsung TSL3295HF | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 6
Ratings: G, PG, PG-13, R, NC-17, X 4.23 How to Reset the TV after the V-Chip Blocks a Channel ("Emergency Escape 4.24 Chapter 5: Troubleshooting 5.1 Identifying Problems 5.1 Appendix A.1 Cleaning and Maintaining Your TV A.1 Using Your TV in Another Country A.1 Specifications A.1 2 CONTENTS - Samsung TSL3295HF | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 7
that can be stored in the TV's memory • Automatic channel tuning for up to 181 channels • A special filter to reduce or eliminate reception problems • Fine tuning control for the sharpest picture possible • A built-in multi-channel sound decoder for stereo and bilingual listening • Built-in, dual - Samsung TSL3295HF | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 8
YOUR NEW TV 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. Œ TV/VIDEO Press this button to display a menu of all the available - Samsung TSL3295HF | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 9
YOUR NEW TV Side Panel Jacks You can use the side panel jacks to connect an A/V component that is used only occasionally, such as a camcorder or video game. (For information on connecting equipment, see pages 2.1 - 2.9.) The TV illustration shown does not necessary match the design of your TV set. - Samsung TSL3295HF | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 10
∏ AUDIO INPUTS Audio signals from VCRs, laserdisc players and similar devices. ˇ AUDIO-VIDEO MONITOR OUTPUTS Connect to the audio/video input jacks of a recording VCR. Note: The monitor out does not operate in DVD or DTV mode. ˆ SUPER VIDEO IN S-Video signal from an S-VHS VCR or DVD player. " DVD - Samsung TSL3295HF | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 11
/Pause Press to play or pause the tape. FF (Fast Forward) Press to fast forward a tape. ' MODE Selects a target device to be controlled by the Samsung remote control (i.e., TV, VCR, Cable box, or DVD). ˝ Pre-CH Tunes to the previous channel. Ô TV/Video Press to display all of the available video - Samsung TSL3295HF | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 12
surf Press the R.surf button to automatically return to a preferred channel after a user-preset time delay. ¸ Set Used during set up of this Samsung remote control, so that it will work compatibly with other devices (VCR, cable box, etc.) ˛ MTS (Multichannel Television Stereo) Press to choose stereo - Samsung TSL3295HF | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 13
2 C h a p t e r Tw o INSTALLATION 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 2.2. If you have two - Samsung TSL3295HF | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 14
the combiner into the VHF/UHF terminal on the bottom of the rear panel. Connecting Cable TV To connect to a cable TV system, follow the instructions below. Cable without a Cable Box 1 Plug the incoming cable into the VHF/UHF antenna terminal on back of the TV. M Because this TV is cable - Samsung TSL3295HF | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 15
of the TV. Connecting to a Cable Box that Descrambles Some 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 - Samsung TSL3295HF | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 16
INSTALLATION 4 Connect a coaxial cable between the ANTENNA OUT terminal on the cable box and the B-IN terminal on the A/B switch. 5 Connect another cable between the other OUT terminal on the splitter and the A-IN terminal on the RF (A/B) switch. 6 Connect the last coaxial cable between the OUT - Samsung TSL3295HF | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 17
assume that you have already connected your TV to an antenna or a cable TV system (according to the instructions on pages 2.1-2.3). Skip step 1 if you have not yet connected to an antenna or a cable system. 1 Unplug the cable or antenna from the back of - Samsung TSL3295HF | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 18
INSTALLATION Connecting an S-VHS VCR Your Samsung TV can be connected to an S-Video signal from an S-VHS VCR. (This connection TV and the VIDEO IN jack on the VCR. Refer to your VCR's instructions for more information about how to record using this kind of connection. 2.6 CHAPTER TWO: INSTALLATION - Samsung TSL3295HF | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 19
(Y, Pb, Pr) jacks on the DVD player. Note: For an explanation of Component video, see your DVD player's owner's manual. Connecting a Digital TV Set-Top Box Connect the show a double or skewed image. To resolve this problem, please select DTV (or DVD) as the external input on the select menu - Samsung TSL3295HF | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 20
INSTALLATION Connecting a Surround Speakers 1 Connects to a rear-surround amp: Surround Left, Surround Right and Center. Connecting a Speakers (Variable Audio Output) 1 The "VARIABLE AUDIO OUT" terminals cannot be used for external speakers. You must hook them up to an amplifien. When an audio - Samsung TSL3295HF | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 21
INSTALLATION 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 a VCR or Camcorder Tape" on page 3.17) 1 Locate the A/V output jacks on the camcorder. They are - Samsung TSL3295HF | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 22
INSTALLATION Installing Batteries in the Remote Control 1 Slide the cover out completely. M 2 Install two AAA size batteries. Make sure to match the "+" and "-" ends of the batteries with the diagram inside the compartment. 3 Replace the cover. M Remove the batteries and store them in a cool, - Samsung TSL3295HF | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 23
Chapter Three OPERATION Turning the TV On and Off Press Power button. 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. - Samsung TSL3295HF | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 24
OPERATION 4 Press the VOL+ or VOL- buttons to select the desired video signal source. Press the Menu button to enter the video signal source, and then "Ant. Input check" is automatically displayed. 5 Make sure that the antenna is connected to the TV. Press the VOL+ or VOL- buttons. The "Auto Porgram - Samsung TSL3295HF | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 25
OPERATION Viewing the Menus and On-Screen Displays Viewing the Menus 1 With the power on, press the Menu button. The main menu appears on the screen. Its left side has five icons: PICTURE, SOUND, CHANNEL, FUNCTION and DOUBLE SCREEN. M The on-screen menus disappear from the screen after about - Samsung TSL3295HF | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 26
OPERATION Selecting a Menu Language 1 Press the Menu button to display the menu. Press the CH M button twice to select "FUNCTION." 2 Press the VOL + button to display the "FUNCTION" menu. Press the CH M button twice to select Language. 3 Press the VOL + button to select the appropriate language: - Samsung TSL3295HF | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 27
the channels (automatic) and adding and deleting channels (manual). Selecting the Video Signal-source Before your television can to cycle through these choices: ANT (antenna) STD, HRC or IRC (all cable TV). Note: STD, HRC and IRC identify various types of cable TV systems. Contact your local cable - Samsung TSL3295HF | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 28
return to the CHANNEL menu. 4 After all the available channels are stored, the Auto program menu reappears. Press the Menu button three times to exit. Note: Channel auto program does not function when the V-chip is active. 3.6 CHAPTER THREE: TV OPERATION - Samsung TSL3295HF | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 29
OPERATION Adding and Erasing Channels (Manual Method) 1 Use the number buttons to directly select the channel that will be added or erased. 2 Press the Add/Erase button: Repeatedly pressing this button - Samsung TSL3295HF | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 30
OPERATION Adjusting the Volume 1 Press the VOL + or - VOL buttons to increase or decrease the volume. Using Mute At any time, you can temporarily cut off the sound using the Mute button. 1 Press Mute and the sound cuts off. The word "Mute" will appear in the lower-left corner of the screen. 2 To - Samsung TSL3295HF | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 31
, as above. Repeat the process to select the last two digits. Press Menu twice to set the label and clear the menus from the screen. M Note: You cannot select "Labeling" in the A/V mode. 3.9 CHAPTER THREE: TV OPERATION - Samsung TSL3295HF | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 32
use the various timer features of the TV. Also, you can check the time while watching the TV. (Just press Display.) Option 1: Setting the Clock Manually 1 Press the Menu button to display the on-screen menu. Press the CH M button three times to select "FUNCTION." Press the VOL + button. 2 Press the - Samsung TSL3295HF | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 33
OPERATION Option 2: Using the Local PBS Channel to Automatically Set the TV Clock 1 Press the Menu button to display the menu. Press the CH M button three times to highlight "FUNCTION." Press the VOL + button. 2 Press the VOL + button to select Clock set "Auto". 3 Press the CH M button to select " - Samsung TSL3295HF | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 34
OPERATION 5 Press the CH M button to select "Time zone". While "Time zone" is selected, press either the VOL+ or VOL- buttons to change the Time zone. Sequence: ATL., EAST, CEN., MTN., PAC., ALAS., HAW. 6 Press the CH M button to select "DST"(Daylight Saving Time). While "DST" is selected, press VOL - Samsung TSL3295HF | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 35
OPERATION 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.) 1 Press the Menu button to display the menu. The PICTURE - Samsung TSL3295HF | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 36
OPERATION Using Automatic Picture Settings Your TV has two automatic picture settings ("Standard" and "Mild") that are preset at the factory. You can activate either Standard or Mild by pressing P.Mode (or by making a selection from the menu). Or, you can select "Custom" which automatically recalls - Samsung TSL3295HF | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 37
OPERATION 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.) 1 Press the Menu button to display the menu. Press the CH M button to highlight the SOUND icon (starts blinking). 2 Press - Samsung TSL3295HF | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 38
OPERATION Using Automatic Sound Settings Your TV has four automatic sound settings ("Standard," "Music," "Speech," and "Movie") that are preset at the factory. You can activate any of them by pressing the S.Mode button (or by making a selection from the on-screen menu). Or, you can select "Equalizer - Samsung TSL3295HF | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 39
exit. When you press the TV/Video button, the on-screen display identifies all the active video sources (and their corresponding input jacks): Notes: DVD menu mode selection- Intended for standard interlaced source material at 480i such as a DVD Player (Non Progressive Scan). DTV menu mode selection - Samsung TSL3295HF | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 40
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). Note: The remote control might not be compatible with DVD Player, VCR, Cable box and others manufactured by another company. Setting Up Your Remote Control - Samsung TSL3295HF | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 41
, 009, 012, 013, 015, 027, 031, 035 Yamaha 002, 014, 016, 030, 046 Zenith 011, 017, 026, 079 Philips Proscan RCA Toshiba Panasonic Sony Samsung 001 Note: The remote control might not be compatible with DVD 002 Player, VCR, Cable box and others manufactured by another 002 company. 003 004 008 - Samsung TSL3295HF | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 42
the MODE button and make sure that the Cable LED is illuminated. 3 On your Samsung remote control, press Set. M The remote control has four "modes": "TV," "VCR control buttons (PLAY, PAUSE, etc.) will still operate your VCR. Note: The remote control might not be compatible with DVD Player, VCR - Samsung TSL3295HF | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 43
SPECIAL FEATURES Fine Tuning Channels Use fine tuning to manually adjust a particular channel for optimal reception. 1 Select the appropriate channel. 2 Press the MENU button to display the menu. Press the CH M button twice to highlight " - Samsung TSL3295HF | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 44
SPECIAL FEATURES LNA (Low Noise Amplifier) 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). 1 Press the MENU button to display the menu. Press the CH M button twice to highlight the "CHANNEL" - Samsung TSL3295HF | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 45
SPECIAL FEATURES 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. 1 Press the Menu button to display the menu. Press the CH M button three times to - Samsung TSL3295HF | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 46
SPECIAL FEATURES 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 Press the MENU button to display the menu. Press the CHM button three times to highlight the "FUNCTION" menu. 2 Press the VOL+ button - Samsung TSL3295HF | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 47
SPECIAL FEATURES Changing the Screen Size Note: The Wide, Normal and Panorama modes cannot be selected when you are in Component (Y, Pb, Pr) mode. You must be in the RF, Video or S- - Samsung TSL3295HF | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 48
SPECIAL FEATURES Freezing the Picture 1 Press the Still picture button to freeze a moving picture. (Normal sound will still be heard.) Press again to cancel. Using the R.Surf This feature allows you to set the TV to return to a particular channel after a certain amount of time. For example, you may - Samsung TSL3295HF | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 49
SPECIAL FEATURES Special Sound Options: Dolby Surround, MTS, Auto Volume, and Headphone Depending on the particular type of audio that is being broadcast, you can listen to any of three modes: Mono, Stereo and SAP (Secondary Audio Programming, which is typically a foreign-language translation). The - Samsung TSL3295HF | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 50
SPECIAL 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.) 1 - Samsung TSL3295HF | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 51
+ button. 3 Press the VOL+ or VOLbuttons to select "Main" or "Sub". M Note: You can select either Main or Sub during PIP On. 4 Press the CHL or CHM or VOLbuttons to increase or decrease the value of a particular item. M Note: When you want to listen to TV with headphones only, press the MUTE - Samsung TSL3295HF | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 52
SPECIAL FEATURES 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 - Samsung TSL3295HF | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 53
SPECIAL FEATURES Switching the Internal Speakers On/Off When the internal speakers are switched off, all the sound is routed to the external speakers. 1 Press the Menu button to display the menu. Press the CHM button once to highlight "SOUND" and press the VOL+ button. 2 Press the CHM button six - Samsung TSL3295HF | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 54
SPECIAL FEATURES Setting the On/Off Timer 1 Press the Menu button to display the menu. Press the CH M button three times to highlight the "FUNCTION" menu. M Before using the timer, you must set the TV's clock. (See "Setting the Clock" on page 3.10) 2 Press the VOL + button to select the " - Samsung TSL3295HF | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 55
SPECIAL FEATURES 5 Press the VOL + button to highlight "On/Off." Press the CH L or CH M buttons to turn the ontimer "On." (Repeatedly pressing the CH L or CH M buttons will alternate between on and off.) 6 When finished, press the VOL + button. M To deactivate the "On time," select "Off" during - Samsung TSL3295HF | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 56
pre-recorded commercial video tapes provide closed captions as well. Check for the closed caption symbol in your television schedule and on the tape's packaging: . Note: The Caption feature does not work with DVD or DTV signals. 1 Press the Menu button to display the menu. M Quick way to access - Samsung TSL3295HF | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 57
SPECIAL FEATURES Viewing Picture-in-Picture You can use the PIP feature to simultaneously to watch two video sources. Note: The PIP feature does not work with DVD or DTV signals. Activating Picture-in-Picture 1 Press the Menu button to display the menu. Press the - Samsung TSL3295HF | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 58
SPECIAL FEATURES Selecting a Signal Source (External A/V) for PIP Press the Source button repeatedly to cycle through all of the available signal sources: "TV," "Video 1," "Video 2," "Video 3," "Video 4," "S-Video 1," "S-Video 2" and "DVD". M For more information about external A/V components - Samsung TSL3295HF | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 59
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, the PIP and channel-auto program features does not function. Setting Up Your Personal ID Number (PIN) 1 Press - Samsung TSL3295HF | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 60
SPECIAL FEATURES How to Enable/Disable the V-Chip 1 Press the Menu button. Press the CH M button three times to select the "FUNCTION" menu. Press the VOL + button. 2 Press the CH M button six times to highlight the "V-chip" menu. Press the VOL+ button. The "Enter pin" screen will appear. Enter your - Samsung TSL3295HF | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 61
-PG Parental guidance TV-14 Viewers 14 and over TV-MA Mature audience M Note: These categories consist of two separate groups: TV-Y and TV-Y7 (young TV-Rating, press the CH L or CH M buttons and then repeat the process. Note 1: The TV-Y7, TV-PG, TV-14 and TV-MA have additional options. See - Samsung TSL3295HF | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 62
To exit this screen, press the Menu button again. To select a different TV-Rating, press the CH L or CH M buttons and then repeat the process. Note: The V-chip will automatically block certain categories that are "More restrictive". For example, if you block "L" sub-rating in TV-PG, then the "L" sub - Samsung TSL3295HF | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 63
displayed. Press the CH L or CH M buttons to select "U" or"B". Press the Menu button three times to save the settings and to clear all screens. Note: The V-Chip will automatically block any category that is "more restrictive." For example, if you block the "PG-13" category, then "R," "NC-17," and - Samsung TSL3295HF | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 64
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. Identifying Problems Problem Poor picture Poor sound quality. No picture or sound. No color, wrong colors or - Samsung TSL3295HF | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 65
APPENDIX 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
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TSK2792F/TSK2790F
TSK3292F/TSK3290F
TSK3092WF/TSL3294HF
TSL3095WHF/TSL3295HF
TSL2795HF
AA68-01066D(ENG)