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- Samsung TX-R2435 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 1
TX-R2735/TX-R2435 TX-R2728 COLOR TELEVISION Owner's Instructions - Samsung TX-R2435 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 2
Television Format Viewing Standard screen format televisions television viewing per week. Wide screen format televisions television video and programming, should be limited to no more than 15% of the total television televisions the television picture. television duration of television formats used for - Samsung TX-R2435 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 3
23 Memorizing the Channels 24 Selecting the Video Signal-source 24 Storing Channels in Memory (Automatic Method 25 Adding and Erasing Channels (Manual Method 26 Changing Channels 27 Using the Channel Buttons 27 Directly Accessing Channels 27 Using the PRE-CH Button to select the Previous - Samsung TX-R2435 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 4
the V-Chip 49 Viewing Closed Captions 56 Setting the Blue Screen Mode 57 Setting The On/Off Melody 58 Viewing the Demonstration 59 Chapter 5: Troubleshooting 60 Identifying Problems 60 Appendix 61 Cleaning and Maintaining Your TV 61 Using Your TV in Another Country 61 Specifications 61 4 - Samsung TX-R2435 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 5
channel tuning for up to 181 channels • A special filter to reduce or eliminate reception problems • A built-in multi-channel sound decoder for stereo and bilingual listening • Built-in Remote Control AAA Batteries Owner's Instructions/ Safety Guide Manual Warranty Card; 2EA/ Registration Card 5 - Samsung TX-R2435 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 6
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. TX-R2435 / TX-R2735 TX-R2728 ˛ MENU Press to see an on-screen menu of your TV's features. « VOL - and + Press to increase or decrease the volume. Also used - Samsung TX-R2435 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 7
an A/V component that is used only occasionally, such as a camcorder or video game. (For information on connecting equipment, see page 18.) TX-R2735 TX-R2728 TX-R2434 ˛ AUDIO INPUT jacks Used to connect the audio signals from a camcorder or video game. « VIDEO INPUT jack Used to connect a video - Samsung TX-R2435 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 8
YOUR NEW TV 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 - Samsung TX-R2435 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 9
YOUR NEW TV ˛ VIDEO INPUT jack ‹ SUPER VIDEO INPUT jack Video signals from VCRs, DVD players and similar (Depends on the model) devices. S-Video signal from an S-VHS VCR or DVD player. Note: In S-Video mode, Audio Output depends « AUDIO INPUTS (INPUT1 and 2)/DVD AUDIO INPUTS what kind of - Samsung TX-R2435 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 10
or decrease the volume. SLEEP Press to select a preset time interval for automatic shutoff. fl MENU Displays the main on-screen menu. , MTS (Multichannel Television Stereo) Press to choose stereo, mono or Separate Audio Program (SAP broadcast). PRE-CH Tunes to the previous channel. TV/VIDEO Press to - Samsung TX-R2435 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 11
C h aI NpS TtA LeL ArT I OTN w 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 next page. If you have - Samsung TX-R2435 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 12
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. ▼ Because this TV is cable - Samsung TX-R2435 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 13
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 TX-R2435 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 14
INSTALLATION 4 Connect a coaxial cable between the ANTENNA OUT terminal on the cable box and the B-IN terminal on the RF(A/B) switch. Incoming Cable Splitter Cable Box RF (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) - Samsung TX-R2435 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 15
that you have already connected your TV to an antenna or a cable TV system (according to the instructions on pages 11-14). Skip step 1 if you have not yet connected to an antenna or a cable system. 1 Unplug the cable or antenna from the - Samsung TX-R2435 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 16
INSTALLATION Connecting an S-VHS VCR (Depends on the model) 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.) 1 To begin, - Samsung TX-R2435 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 17
VIDEO IN jack on the VCR. TV Rear Panel Video Cable VCR Input Panel Refer to your VCR's instructions for more information about how to record using this kind of connection. Connecting a DVD Player The rear panel : For an explanation of Component video, see your DVD player's owner's manual. 17 - Samsung TX-R2435 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 18
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 an External Signal Source" on page 37) 1 Locate the A/V output jacks on the camcorder. They are - Samsung TX-R2435 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 19
INSTALLATION Installing Batteries in the Remote Control 1 Slide the cover out completely. ▼ 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. ▼ Remove the batteries and store them in a cool, - Samsung TX-R2435 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 20
C h a pOtPEeRArTIOTN h r e e OPERATION 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. Plug & Play Feature When the TV is initially powered On, five basic customer settings proceed automatically and subsequently: - Samsung TX-R2435 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 21
OPERATION 5 Press the MENU button and then the "Auto Program" is automatically displayed. Auto Program Air 3 Start Enter Skip 6 Press the ENTER button to start "Auto Program" or press the MENU button to return. (refer to "Auto program" on page 25.) The TV will begin memorizing all of the - Samsung TX-R2435 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 22
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: Input, Picture, Sound, Channel and Setup. Source List : TV Edit Name Move Enter Input ˆ ˆ Exit 2 Use the ▲ and ▼ - Samsung TX-R2435 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 23
OPERATION Selecting a Menu Language 1 Press the MENU button to display the menu. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select "Setup", then press the ENTER button. Time Plug & Play V-Chip Caption ▼ More Move Enter Setup ˆ ˆ ˆ ˆ Return 2 Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select "Language", then press the ENTER - Samsung TX-R2435 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 24
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 can begin memorizing the available channels, you must specify the type of signal source that is - Samsung TX-R2435 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 25
OPERATION Storing Channels in Memory (Automatic Method) 1 First, select the correct signal source (Air, STD, HRC, IRC). See steps 1~3 on previous page. Channel Auto Program ˆ Add/Delete : Deleted ˆ Air/CATV : Air Name : ---- Move Adjust Return 2 Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select "Auto - Samsung TX-R2435 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 26
OPERATION Adding and Erasing Channels (Manual Method) First, press the CH or CH button or the number buttons to select the channel you want to add or delete. 1 Press the MENU - Samsung TX-R2435 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 27
OPERATION Changing Channels Using the Channel Buttons 1 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. (The TV must have memorized at least three channels.) You will not see - Samsung TX-R2435 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 28
OPERATION 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 - Samsung TX-R2435 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 29
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 1 Press the MENU button to display the menu. Press the or button to select "Setup", then press the ENTER button. Time Plug & Play V-Chip Caption - Samsung TX-R2435 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 30
Clock Set Clock : MMaannuuaall ˆ - A- u: t- o- am Move Enter Return ▼ Certain broadcasts may not transmit the correct time. In this case, set the time manually. 4 Press the or button to select "PBS Channel". Press the ˇ or ˆ button to select your local PBS channel. Clock Mode : Auto PBS - Samsung TX-R2435 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 31
the broadcasting station and signal when you set up auto time. If there is a difference between the real time and set time, please set up manual time. 6 Press the or button to select "DST" (Daylight Saving Time), then press the ENTER button. Press the or button to select "Yes" or "No - Samsung TX-R2435 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 32
OPERATION 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.) 1 Press the MENU button to display the menu. Press the or - Samsung TX-R2435 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 33
OPERATION 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, Movie or Custom by making a selection from the menu. Or, you can select "Custom" which - Samsung TX-R2435 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 34
OPERATION 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. 1 Press the MUTE button and the sound cuts off. The word "Mute" will appear in the lower-left corner of - Samsung TX-R2435 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 35
OPERATION 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.) 1 Press the MENU button to display the menu. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select the - Samsung TX-R2435 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 36
OPERATION 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 either Standard, Music, Movie or Speech by making a selection from the menu. Or, you can select "Custom", which - Samsung TX-R2435 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 37
OPERATION Viewing an External Signal Source Use the remote control to switch between viewing signals from connected equipment, such as VCRs, DVD, Set-Top Box and the TV source (broadcast or cable). Setting the Signal Source 1 Press the MENU button to display menu, then press the ENTER button. - Samsung TX-R2435 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 38
OPERATION Assigning Names to External input mode 1 Press the MENU button to display menu, then press the ENTER button. Source List : TV Edit Name Input ˆ ˆ Move Enter Return 2 Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select the "Edit Name", then press the ENTER button. Source List : AV1 Edit Name Input - Samsung TX-R2435 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 39
C hSaP EpC I AtLeF ErAT UFR EoS u r SPECIAL FEATURES Changing the Color Tone 1 Press the MENU button to display the menu. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select the "Picture", then press the ENTER button. Mode Custom Color Tone Size ▼ More Picture : Dynamic ˆ ˆ : Warm1 ˆ : Normal ˆ Move Enter - Samsung TX-R2435 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 40
SPECIAL FEATURES Changing the Screen Size 1 Press the MENU button to display the menu. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select the "Picture", then press the ENTER button. Mode Custom Color Tone Size ▼ More Picture : Custom ˆ ˆ : Warm1 ˆ : Normal ˆ Move Enter Return 2 Press the ▲ or ▼ button to - Samsung TX-R2435 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 41
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 ▲ or ▼ button to select - Samsung TX-R2435 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 42
SPECIAL FEATURES Tilt (Depends on the model) 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. 1 Press the MENU button to display the menu. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select the "Picture", then press the - Samsung TX-R2435 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 43
SPECIAL FEATURES 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. After minutes, the TV - Samsung TX-R2435 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 44
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 TX-R2435 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 45
SPECIAL FEATURES Extra Sound Settings (Auto Volume, Turbo Sound or Pseudo Stereo) The following sound settings can be adjusted to suit your personal preferences • Auto Volume Each broadcasting station has its own signal conditions, which can make it necessary to adjust the volume every time the - Samsung TX-R2435 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 46
SPECIAL FEATURES Setting the On/Off Timer 1 Press the MENU button to display the menu. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select the "Setup", then press the ENTER button. Time Plug & Play V-Chip Caption ▼ More Move Enter Setup ˆ ˆ ˆ ˆ Return ▼ Before using the timer, you must set the TV's clock. ( - Samsung TX-R2435 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 47
Timer - - : - - am Sleep Timer : Off On Timer Volume : Time ˆ On Off 10 Move Adjust Return ▼ Absent Power Off When you set the timer "On", your television will eventually be turned off, if you do not operate any controls during the 3 hours after the TV is turned on by timer. This function - Samsung TX-R2435 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 48
SPECIAL FEATURES Setting the Preferred Volume Level The preferred volume can be set for when the timer automatically turns on the TV. 1 Press the MENU button to display the menu. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select the "Setup", then press the ENTER button. Time Plug & Play V-Chip Caption ▼ More - Samsung TX-R2435 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 49
SPECIAL FEATURES 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- - Samsung TX-R2435 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 50
SPECIAL FEATURES How to Enable/Disable the V-Chip 1 Press the MENU button to display the menu. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select the "Setup", then press the ENTER button. Time Plug & Play V-Chip Caption ▼ More Move Enter Setup ˆ ˆ ˆ ˆ Return 2 Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select the "V-Chip", - Samsung TX-R2435 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 51
SPECIAL FEATURES 3 Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select the "TV Parental Guidelines", then press the ENTER button. V-Chip V-Chip Lock : Yes TV Parental Guidelines ˆ MPAA Rating ˆ Change PIN ˆ Move Enter Return V-Chip V-Chip Lock : Yes TV Parental Guidelines ˆ MPAA - Samsung TX-R2435 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 52
SPECIAL FEATURES 6 How to set the FV, D, L, S and V sub-ratings: First, select 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 selected , repeatedly press the ˆ button. This will cycle through the available sub-ratings (FV,L, S, D - Samsung TX-R2435 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 53
SPECIAL FEATURES 3 Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select the "MPAA Rating", then press the ENTER button. V-Chip V-Chip Lock : Yes TV Parental Guidelines ˆ MPAA Rating ˆ Change PIN ˆ Move Enter Return V-Chip V-Chip Lock : Yes TV Parental Guidelines ˆ MPAA Rating ˆ - Samsung TX-R2435 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 54
SPECIAL FEATURES 3 Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select the "Canadian English", then press the ENTER button. V-Chip V-Chip Lock : Yes TV Parental Guidelines ˆ MPAA Rating ˆ Canadian English ˆ ▼ More Move Enter Return 4 The "Canadian English" screen will appear. Repeatedly press the ▲ or ▼ - Samsung TX-R2435 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 55
SPECIAL FEATURES 3 Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select the "Canadian French", then press the ENTER button. ▲ More Canadian French Change PIN V-Chip ˆ ˆ Move Enter Return 4 The "Canadian French" screen will appear. Repeatedly press the ▲ or ▼ button to select a particular Canadian French - Samsung TX-R2435 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 56
also provide closed captions. Most 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: . 1 Press the MENU button to display the menu. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select the "Setup", then - Samsung TX-R2435 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 57
SPECIAL FEATURES Setting the Blue Screen Mode If no signal is being received or the signal is very weak, a blue screen automatically replaces the noisy picture background. If you wish to continue viewing the poor picture, you must set the "Blue screen" mode to "Off". 1 Press the MENU button to - Samsung TX-R2435 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 58
SPECIAL FEATURES Setting The On/Off Melody You can hear clear a melody sound when the TV is powered On or Off. 1 Press the MENU button to display the menu. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select the "Setup", then press the ENTER button. Time Plug & Play V-Chip Caption ▼ More Move Enter Setup ˆ ˆ ˆ - Samsung TX-R2435 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 59
SPECIAL FEATURES Viewing the Demonstration To become familiar with the various menus provided by your television, you can view the in built demonstration. 1 Press the MENU button to display the menu. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select the "Setup", then press - Samsung TX-R2435 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 60
hSaP EpC I AtL eF ErAT UFR EiSv e 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 service center. Identifying Problems Problem Poor picture Poor sound quality. No picture - Samsung TX-R2435 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 61
give you many years of service. Please follow these guidelines country, please be aware of the different television systems that are in use around the world TX-R2735 730 X 485 X 575/ 28.74 X 19.09 X 22.64 43.5/95.90 TX-R2728 AC120 V 60 Hz 766 X 558 X 586/ 30.16 X 21.97 X 23.07 41/ 90.39 TX-R2435 - Samsung TX-R2435 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 62
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