Samsung TX-T2742 User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English)
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- Samsung TX-T2742 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 1
TX-S2740X COLOR TELEVISION Owner's Instructions Register your product at www.samsung.com/global/register - Samsung TX-T2742 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 2
used for viewing. Uneven CRT aging as a result of format selection and use, as well as other burned-in images, is not covered by your Samsung limited warranty. English-2 - Samsung TX-T2742 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 3
Text Messages 36 Selecting a Menu Language 37 Setting the Blue Screen Mode 37 Setting the On/Off Melody 38 Viewing the Demonstration 38 APPENDIX Identifying Problems 39 Specifications 39 Symbol Press Important ➢ Note One-Touch Button English-3 - Samsung TX-T2742 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 4
of Features Adjustable picture settings that can be stored in the TV's memory. Automatic timer to turn the TV on and off. A special missing, contact your dealer. Remote Control AAA Batteries Owner's Instructions / Safety Guide Manual The following parts are sold separately and are available at - Samsung TX-T2742 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 5
button as you would use the ... and † button on the remote control. 5 REMOTE CONTROL SENSOR Aim the remote control towards this spot on the TV. 6 Power Indicator Blinks and turns off when the power is on and lights up in stand-by mode. 7 POWER Press to turn the TV on and off. English-5 - Samsung TX-T2742 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 6
Viewing the Connection Panel Rear Panel Jacks Use the rear panel jacks to connect A/V components that will be connected continuously, such as VCR or DVD players. For more information on connecting equipment, see pages 8-12. 1 AV IN 1, 2 Connect to the video output jacks of VCRs, DVD players and - Samsung TX-T2742 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 7
point it directly at the TV You can also use your remote control to operate your VCR, Cable box, DVD player, or Set-Top Box. 1 POWER Turns the TV on and off. 2 NUMERIC BUTTONS Press to change the channel. video sources. $ INFO Press to display information on the TV screen. 3- Use - Samsung TX-T2742 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 8
reversed? 3. Are the batteries drained? 4. Is there a power outage, or is the power cord unplugged? 5. Is there a special fluorescent light or wires from the twin leads under the screws on a 300-75 Ω adapter (not supplied). Use a screwdriver to tighten the screws. 2. Plug the adaptor into the ANT - Samsung TX-T2742 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 9
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 Antenna Cable. (These items are available at most - Samsung TX-T2742 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 10
cable TV system (according to the instructions on pages 8-9). Skip step 1 a "mono" (non-stereo) VCR, use a Y-connector (not supplied) to hook up to the right and left audio input jacks of must connect two cables. Connecting an S-VHS VCR Your Samsung TV can be connected to an S-Video signal from an - Samsung TX-T2742 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 11
TV Rear Panel 3 Audio Cable (Not supplied) 2 Video Cable (Not supplied) 1 Antenna Cable (Not supplied) ➢ When connecting an external device, match 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. 3. Connect - Samsung TX-T2742 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 12
make it easy to connect a DVD player/Set-Top Box to your TV. DVD Player/Set-Top Box TV Rear Panel 2 Audio Cable (Not supplied) 1 Component Cable (Not supplied) 1. Connect a Component Cable between the COMPONENT IN (480i) [Y, PB, PR] jacks on the TV and the COMPONENT Y, PB, PR jacks on the DVD - Samsung TX-T2742 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 13
button on the remote control. You can also use the POWER button on the TV. Plug & Play Feature When the TV is initially powered on, basic customer settings proceed automatically and subsequently: Plug & Play 1. Press the POWER button on the remote control. The message "Plug & Play" is displayed - Samsung TX-T2742 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 14
If you want to reset this feature... TV Time Plug & Play V-Chip Caption † More Move Enter Setup Return Plug & Play 1. Press the MENU button to display the menu. Press the ... or † button to select "Setup", then press the ENTER button. 2. Press the ... or † button to select "Plug & Play", - Samsung TX-T2742 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 15
wait approximately 10 seconds and it disappears automatically. Viewing the Menus TV Input Source List : TV √ Edit Name √ Move Enter Return 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, Setup - Samsung TX-T2742 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 16
the channels (automatic) and adding and deleting channels (manual). Selecting the Video Signal-source Before your television ", "STD", "HRC", or "IRC". Press the EXIT button to exit. Storing Channels in Memory (Automatic Method) TV Auto Program Channel √ Add/Delete : Deleted √ Air/CATV : Air - Samsung TX-T2742 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 17
To Select the Source Use to select TV or other external input sources connected to the TV. Use to select the input source of your choice. TV Input Source List : TV √ Edit Name √ 1. Press the MENU button to display the menu. Press the ENTER button to select "Input". Move Enter Return TV - Samsung TX-T2742 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 18
Picture Control Using Automatic Picture Settings Your TV has four automatic picture settings ("Dynamic", "Standard", "Movie", "Custom") that are preset at the factory. You can activate either Dynamic, Standard, Movie, or Custom by making a selection from the menu. TV Mode Picture : Dynamic √ - Samsung TX-T2742 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 19
Adjusting the Color Tone You can change the color of the entire screen according to your preference. TV Mode Picture : Dynamic √ Custom √ Color Tone : Normal √ Size : Normal √ † More Move Enter Return 1. Press the MENU button to display the menu. Press the ... or † button to select " - Samsung TX-T2742 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 20
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. TV Picture ... More Digital NR : Off √ DNIe Jr : On √ 1. Press the MENU button to display - Samsung TX-T2742 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 21
Viewing Picture-in-Picture You can display a sub picture within the main picture of TV program or external A/V devices such as VCR or DVD. In this way you can watch TV program or monitor the video input from any connected devices while watching TV or other video input. While V-Chip is in operation, - Samsung TX-T2742 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 22
Changing the Position of the PIP Window TV PIP Source Swap : On PIP √ : S-Video √ 5. Press the ... or † button to select "Position", then press the ENTER button. Press the ... or † button to select the desired PIP window position, then press the ENTER button. Position : Channel : Air 3 Move - Samsung TX-T2742 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 23
Customizing the Sound The sound settings can be adjusted to suit your personal preference. (Alternatively, you can use one of the "Automatic" settings.) TV Mode Sound : Custom √ Custom √ MTS : Stereo √ Auto Volume : Off √ † More 1. Press the MENU button to display the menu. Press the ... - Samsung TX-T2742 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 24
Automatic Volume Control Reduces the differences in volume level among broadcasters. TV Mode Sound : Custom √ Custom √ MTS : Stereo √ Auto Volume : Off √ † More Move Enter Return 1. Press the MENU button to display the menu. Press the ... or † button to select "Sound", then press the - Samsung TX-T2742 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 25
TV Sound ... More Turbo Sound : Off √ Pseudo Stereo : Off On 3. Press the ... or † button to select "Off" or "On", then press the ENTER button. Press the EXIT button to exit. Move Enter Return Channel Control Adding and Erasing Channels You can add or delete a channel to display the - Samsung TX-T2742 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 26
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). TV Auto Program Channel √ Add/Delete : Deleted √ 1. Press the MENU button to display the menu. Press the ... or † - Samsung TX-T2742 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 27
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 TV Time Plug & Play V-Chip Caption † More Move Enter Setup Return TV Clock Time --:--am √ On Timer --:--am Off Off Timer --:--am Off Sleep - Samsung TX-T2742 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 28
EXIT button to exit. ➢ Depending on the broadcast station and signal, the auto time may not be set correctly. If this occurs, set the time manually. ➢ Antenna or cable must be connected in order to set the time automatically. English-28 - Samsung TX-T2742 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 29
move to "Off". To activate the "On Timer", set to "On" by pressing the ... or † button. When finished, press the MENU button to return. Auto Power Off When you set the timer "On", the TV will eventually turn off, if no controls are operated for 3 hours after the TV was turned - Samsung TX-T2742 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 30
. Press the EXIT button to exit. ➢ If you forget the PIN, press the remote control buttons in the following sequence, which resets the pin to 0-0-0-0 : Power Off. → Mute → 8 → 2 → 4 → Power On. English-30 - Samsung TX-T2742 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 31
How to Enable/Disable the V-Chip TV Time Plug & Play V-Chip Caption † More Move Enter Setup Return 1. Press the MENU button to display the menu. Press the ... or † button to select "Setup", then press the ENTER button. 2. Press the ... or † button to select "V-Chip", then press the ENTER - Samsung TX-T2742 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 32
TV TV Parental Guidelines All TV-Y √ U TV-Y7 √ U TV-G √ U TV-PG √ U TV-14 √ U TV-MA √ U FV V S L D U UUUU UUUU UUU B:Blocked U:Unblocked œ √ Move Adjust Return Young Children 4. At this point, one of the TV-Ratings is selected. Press the ENTER or √ button. Depending on your existing setup, - Samsung TX-T2742 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 33
How to Set up Restrictions Using the MPAA Ratings: G, PG, PG-13, R, NC-17, X, NR The MPAA rating system uses the Motion Picture Association of America (MPAA) system, and its main application is for movies. When the V-Chip lock is on, the TV will automatically block any programs that are coded with - Samsung TX-T2742 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 34
How to Set up Restrictions Using the 'Canadian English' TV Time Plug & Play V-Chip Caption † More Setup 1. Press the MENU button to display the menu. Press the ... or † button to select "Setup", then press the ENTER button. 2. Press the ... or † button to select "V-Chip", then press the ENTER - Samsung TX-T2742 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 35
How to Set up Restrictions Using the 'Canadian French' TV Time Plug & Play V-Chip Caption † More Setup 1. Press the MENU button to display the menu. Press the ... or † button to select "Setup", then press the ENTER button. 2. Press the ... or † button to select "V-Chip", then press the ENTER - Samsung TX-T2742 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 36
Viewing Closed Captions(On-Screen Text Messages) The Caption function operates in either analog RF channel mode or external signal mode. (Depending on the broadcasting signal, the Caption function may operate on digital channels.) TV Time Plug & Play Setup √ √ 1. Press the MENU button to display - Samsung TX-T2742 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 37
Selecting a Menu Language TV Time Plug & Play V-Chip Caption † More Move Enter Setup Return TV ... More Setup Language : English Blue Screen : On √ Melody : On √ Demonstration √ Move œ √ Adjust Return 1. Press the MENU button to display the menu. Press the ... or † button to - Samsung TX-T2742 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 38
Setting the On/Off Melody A melody sound can be set to come on when the TV is powered On or Off. TV Time Plug & Play V-Chip Caption † More Setup 1. Press the MENU button to display the menu. Press the ... or † button to select " - Samsung TX-T2742 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 39
problem, first try this list of possible problems and solutions. If none of these troubleshooting tips apply, call your nearest Samsung service center. Problem Specifications Model Name Voltage Frequency of Operation Dimensions (W x D x H) Weight TX-S2740 AC110 - 120 V 60 Hz 36.7 x 15.9 x 22.3 - Samsung TX-T2742 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 40
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