Samsung TX-P1634 User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English)
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- Samsung TX-P1634 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 1
TXP1430F / TXP1634F TXP2022 COLOR TELEVISION Printed in Mexico AA68-02833A (ENG) Owner's Instructions - Samsung TX-P1634 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 2
Warning! Important Safety Instructions CAUTION RISKOFELECTRICSHOCK DONOTOPEN CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. This symbol indicates high voltage is present inside. It is - Samsung TX-P1634 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 3
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 - Samsung TX-P1634 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 4
instructions. Adjusting other controls may result in damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the TV receiver to normal. • When replacement parts are required, be sure the service technician uses television receiver provides display of television closed captioning - Samsung TX-P1634 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 5
1) Read these instructions. 2) Keep these instructions. 3) Heed all warnings. DOUBLE INSULATED - When servicing use only identical replacement parts. 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, - Samsung TX-P1634 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 6
Batteries in the Remote Control 2.7 Chapter 3: Operation 3.1 Turning the TV On and Off 3.1 Viewing the Menus and On-Screen Displays 3.1 Viewing and Erasing Channels (Manual Method 3.5 Changing Channels 3.6 Using the Channel Buttons 3.6 Directly Accessing Channels 3.6 Using the PRE-CH Button - Samsung TX-P1634 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 7
to Set up Restrictions using the MPAA Ratings: G, PG, PG-13, R, NC-17, X 4.15 How to Reset the TV after the V-Chip Blocks a Channel ("Emergency Escape 4.16 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 - Samsung TX-P1634 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 8
Chapter One YOUR NEW TV List of Features Your Samsung 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 • Easy-to-use on-screen menu system • Automatic timer to turn the TV on and off • Adjustable - Samsung TX-P1634 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 9
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. • TXN1430F • TXN1634F • TXN2022 Œ TURBO Press to feel the middle and low sound effects when watching a music program - Samsung TX-P1634 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 10
video signal from a DVD player. ´ VIDEO and AUDIO input jacks Use these jacks to connect a VCR or other video equipment. ˇ VHF/UHF Antenna terminal Use this terminal to connect an outdoor antenna or cable system. Note: This figure shows the Standard rear panel jack. The actual configuration for - Samsung TX-P1634 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 11
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. Œ POWER Press to turn the TV on and off. ´ TV/VIDEO Press to watch TV picture and a picture from a connected component (VCR, LDP etc.). ˇ Number - Samsung TX-P1634 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 12
your remote control to operate your TV. V C R Press to use your remote control to operate your VCR. C A B L E Press to use your remote control to operate a cable box. D V D Press to use your remote control to operate your DVD. Ô PRE-CH Tunes to the previous channel. MTS (Multichannel Television - Samsung TX-P1634 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 13
YOUR NEW TV Remote Control ¯ VCR Controls • REW (Rewind) Press to rewind a tape in your VCR. • F.F Press to fast forward the tape in your VCR. ˘ PIP Controls (Not available) S WA P Exchanges the video signal that is currently displayed on the main screen with the signal in the PIP window. T V / V I - Samsung TX-P1634 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 14
two antennas, see "Separate 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. 1 Place the wires from the twin leads under the screws - Samsung TX-P1634 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 15
combine the two antenna signals before connecting the antennas to the TV. This procedure requires a an optional combiner-adaptor (available at 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 - Samsung TX-P1634 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 16
of this cable to the VHF/UHF antenna terminal on the back 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 - Samsung TX-P1634 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 17
RF (A/B) switch. 6 Connect the last coaxial cable between the OUT terminal on the RF (A/B) switch and the VHF/UHF terminal on the rear of the TV. After you've made this connection, set the A/B switch to the "A" position for normal viewing. Set the A/B switch to the "B" position to view scrambled - Samsung TX-P1634 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 18
jacks on the VCR and the AUDIO jacks on the TV. 5 Connect a video cable between the VIDEO OUT jack on the VCR and the VIDEO jack on the TV. Follow the instructions in "Viewing a VCR or Camcorder Tape" to view your VCR tape. Note: This figure shows the Standard connector-jack panel. The actual - Samsung TX-P1634 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 19
jacks on the TV and the AUDIO OUT jacks on the DVD player. 2 Connect a video cable between the DVD-IN (Y, Pb, Pr) jacks on the TV and the DVD-OUT (Y, Pb, Pr) jacks on the DVD player. Note: For an explanation of Component video, see your DVD player's owner's manual. 2.6 CHAPTER TWO: INSTALLATION - Samsung TX-P1634 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 20
3 Replace the cover. Remove the batteries and store them in a cool, dry place if you won't be using the remote control for a long time. The remote control can be used up to about 23 feet from the TV. (Assuming typical TV usage, the Batteries last for about one year.) 2.7 CHAPTER TWO: INSTALLATION - Samsung TX-P1634 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 21
to exit. The on-screen menus disappear from the screen after about thirty seconds. You can also use the MENU, CHANNEL, and VOLUME buttons on the control panel of the TV to make selections. Viewing the Display 1 Press the DISPLAY button. on the remote control. The on-screen display shows any or - Samsung TX-P1634 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 22
O P E R AT I O N Selecting a Menu Language 1 Press MENU to display the menu. Press CH w three times to select "Function", then press the VOL + button. 2 Press VOL + to select the appropriate language: English, Spanish, or French. 3 Press MENU twice to exit. 3.2 CHAPTER THREE: TV OPERATION - Samsung TX-P1634 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 23
digits. There are three steps for memorizing channels: selecting a broadcast source, memorizing the channels (automatic) and adding and deleting channels (manual). Selecting the Video Signal-source Before your television cable TV). Note: STD, HRC and IRC identify various types of cable TV systems. - Samsung TX-P1634 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 24
of the available channels. 4 After all the available channels are stored, the Auto program menu reappears. Press the MENU button twice to exit. The TV automatically cycles through all of the available channels and stores them in memory. This takes about one to two minutes. Press the MENU button at - Samsung TX-P1634 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 25
O P E R AT I O N Adding and Erasing Channels (Manual Method) 1 Press the MENU button. Press the CH w button twice to select "Channel", then press the VOL+ button. 2 Press the VOL+ or VOLbutton to select "Added" or "Erased". Press the MENU button three times to exit. 3.5 CHAPTER THREE: TV OPERATION - Samsung TX-P1634 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 26
single digit. (For channel "4," press "0," then "4.") Using the PRE-CH Button to select the Previous Channel 1 Press the PRE-CH button. The TV will the sound using the Mute button. 1 Press the MUTE button and the sound cuts off. The word "Mute" will appear in the lower-left corner of the screen. 2 - Samsung TX-P1634 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 27
menu. Press the VOL + button: The Time menu will appear on the screen, and "Clock" will be selected. 3 Press the VOL + button again (the hours digits will be selected). Press the CH v or CH w button repeatedly until The time will appear every time you press DISPLAY. 3.7 CHAPTER THREE: TV OPERATION - Samsung TX-P1634 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 28
, and Tint will appear on the screen.) Press the CH v or CH w button to select a particular item. 4 Press the VOL - or VOL + button to increase or decrease the value of a particular item. Press the MENU button four times to exit. 3.8 CHAPTER THREE: TV OPERATION Note: Sharpness and tint can't be - Samsung TX-P1634 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 29
O P E R AT I O N Using Automatic Picture Settings Your TV has three automatic picture settings ("Standard", "Natural", for the standard factory settings. • Natural: Optimal indoor screen condition. • Choose Mild ("Mild Contrast") when viewing the TV in low light, or when playing video games. • - Samsung TX-P1634 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 30
O 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. 1 Press the MENU button to display the menu. Press the - Samsung TX-P1634 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 31
select "Channel", then press the VOL+ button. Quick way to view the external signal: Simply press the TV/VIDEO button on the remote control. 2 Press the CH w button twice to select "TV/AV". 3 Press the VOL+ or VOLbutton. You will switch between viewing the signals coming from equipment connected - Samsung TX-P1634 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 32
your VCR or DVD. 2 On your Samsung remote control, press SET. 3 Press the VCR or DVD button on the top right of your remote control. 4 Enter both digits of the VCR or DVD code listed on the next page for your brand of VCR or DVD. The remote control has four "modes": "TV," "VCR", "DVD" and "Cable - Samsung TX-P1634 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 33
S P E C I A L F E AT U R E S VCR Codes DVD Codes 4.2 CHAPTER FOUR: SPECIAL FEATURES - Samsung TX-P1634 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 34
you want to use the remote to operate your cable box. Cable Box Codes The remote control has four "modes": "TV," "VCR," "DVD" and "CABLE". Press the "CABLE" button to switch the remote control to the "Cable" mode. Make sure you enter both digits of the code, even if the first digit is a "0." (If - Samsung TX-P1634 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 35
F E AT U R E S Fine Tuning Channels Use fine tuning to manually adjust a particular channel for optimal reception. 1 Select the + and VOLbuttons to adjust the fine tuning. 4 To store the fine tuning setting in the TV's memory, press the CH w button to select "Select". Press the VOL+ or VOLbutton to - Samsung TX-P1634 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 36
S P E C I A L F E AT U R E S Changing the Screen Size 1 Press the MENU button to display the menu. Press the VOL + button to select the "Picture MENU button twice to exit. • Normal : Sets the picture to 4:3 normal mode. This is a standard TV screen size. • Zoom : Magnifies the size of the picture on - Samsung TX-P1634 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 37
"5 minutes", then switch channels. After 5 minutes, the TV will return to the original channel. To use the Surf feature: 1 While you are watching the channel set will begin counting down on the screen. When the time runs out, the TV will return to the channel you were watching when you set - Samsung TX-P1634 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 38
select "Function" menu, then press the VOL+ button. Before using the timer, you must set the TV's clock. (See "Setting the Clock" on page 3.7). 2 hours (i.e., the hour when the TV will turn on.) 4 Press VOL+ to select the "On time" minutes. (The minutes digits will be highlighted.) Press CH v - Samsung TX-P1634 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 39
button three times to exit. Setting the Sleep Timer The sleep timer automatically shuts off the TV after a preset time (from 10 to 180 minutes). 1 Press the SLEEP button on the remote control. 2 Press the SLEEP button repeatedly until the appropriate time interval appears (any of the preset values - Samsung TX-P1634 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 40
Separate Audio Program, which is usually a foreign-language translation. You can also change the MTS setting by pressing the "MTS" button on the remote control. (When you change channels, MTS is set to "Stereo" automatically. To listen in 'SAP' or 'Mono,' change the MTS setting.) 4.9 CHAPTER FOUR - Samsung TX-P1634 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 41
to the sound. • Surround Your Samsung TV creates a "Surround" effect such that the sound seems to come from all directions. Once the "Surround" is set to "On" or "Off", the setting applies to the sound effects such as Standard, Music, Movie and Speech. Note - Samsung TX-P1634 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 42
TV shows. These captions are usually subtitles for the hearing impaired or foreign-language translations. All VCRs record the closed caption signal from television of the screen. 5 Depending on the particular broadcast, it might be necessary to make changes to "Channels" and "Field": Use the CH - Samsung TX-P1634 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 43
pin." 4 While the "Change pin" field is selected, press the VOL + button. The Change pin screen will appear. Choose any 4-digits for your PIN and enter them. Note: If you forget the PIN, press the remote-control keys in the following sequence, which resets the pin to 0-0-0-0: POWER OFF § MUTE - Samsung TX-P1634 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 44
. 3 The "V-Chip" screen will appear, and "V-Chip lock" will be selected (turns blue color). To enable the V-Chip feature, press the VOL + button so that the "V-Chip lock" field is Yes. (Pressing VOL + will alternate between Yes and No.) How to Set up Restrictions Using the "TV guidelines" First, set - Samsung TX-P1634 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 45
will be highlighted, and no letters will blink. To exit this screen, press MENU again. To select a different TV-Rating, press the CH v or CH w button and then repeat the process. Note 1: The TV-Y7, TV-PG, TV-14 and TV-MA have additional options. See the next step to change any of the following - Samsung TX-P1634 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 46
then the "L" sub-ratings in TV-14 and TV-MA will automatically be blocked. 7 Press the MENU button three times to clear all the screens. (Or proceed to the next section, and set up additional restrictions based on the MPAA codes). How to Set up Restrictions using the MPAA Ratings: G, PG, PG13, R, NC - Samsung TX-P1634 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 47
settings and to clear all screens. Note: The V-Chip will 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." To resume normal viewing, tune to a different channel using 16 CHAPTER FOUR: SPECIAL FEATURES - Samsung TX-P1634 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 48
Chapter 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 Poor picture Poor sound quality. No picture - Samsung TX-P1634 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 49
country, please be aware of the different television systems that are in use around the world. A TV designed for one system may not work properly with another system due to differences in the TV channel frequencies. Specifications Model Voltage Frequency of Operation TXN1430F / TXN1634F / TXN2022
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Printed in Mexico
AA68-02833A (ENG)