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- Samsung TXM1967 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 1
T X M 1 9 6 7 T X M 1 3 6 7 T X M 1 9 9 7 COLOR TELEVISION Printed in Mexico AA68-02340A (ENG) Owner's Instructions - Samsung TXM1967 | 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 TXM1967 | 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 TXM1967 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 4
that are covered by the operating 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 replacement parts specified - Samsung TXM1967 | 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 TXM1967 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 6
to a Cable Box that Descrambles some Channels 2.3 Connecting a VCR 2.5 Connecting a Camcorder 2.7 Installing Batteries in the Remote Control 2.8 Chapter 3: Operation 3.1 Turning the TV On and Off 3.1 Viewing the Menus and On-Screen Displays 3.1 Viewing the Menus 3.1 Viewing the Display - Samsung TXM1967 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 7
Remote Control 4.1 Setting Up Your Remote Control to Operate Your VCR. . . . 4.1 Setting Up Your Remote Control TV after the V-Chip Blocks a Channel ("Emergency Escape 4.14 Chapter 5: Troubleshooting 5.1 Identifying Problems 5.1 Appendix A.1 Cleaning and Maintaining Your TV A.1 Using Your TV - Samsung TXM1967 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 8
• Easy-to-use remote control • Easy-to-use on-screen menu system • Automatic timer to turn the TV on and off • Adjustable picture setting 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 - Samsung TXM1967 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 9
on-screen menu. To use the more advanced features, you must use the remote control. Œ MENU Press to see an on-screen menu of your TV's features. ¨ Remote Control Sensor Aim the remote control towards this spot on the TV. ´ VOL - , + Press to increase or decrease the volume. Also used to select - Samsung TXM1967 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 10
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. For more or other video equipment. ´ VHF/UHF Antenna terminal Use this terminal to connect an outdoor antenna or cable system. 1.3 CHAPTER ONE: YOUR NEW TV - Samsung TXM1967 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 11
YOUR NEW TV Remote Control (Type 1) You can use the remote control up to a distance of 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, - Samsung TXM1967 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 12
NEW TV Remote Control (Type 2) You can use the remote control up to a distance of 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 most VCR's and cable boxes. See page 4.1 for details. Œ POWER Press to turn the TV - Samsung TXM1967 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 13
YOUR NEW TV Remote Control (Type 2) Ò TV Press to use your remote control to operate your TV. Ú VCR Press to use your remote control to operate your VCR. Æ CABLE Press to use your remote control to operate a cable box. ı SET Use this button when you are setting up your remote control to operate your - Samsung TXM1967 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 14
2 C h a p t e r Tw o I N S TA L L AT I O N 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 - Samsung TXM1967 | 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 TXM1967 | 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 TXM1967 | 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 TXM1967 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 18
assume that you have already connected your TV to an antenna or a cable TV system (according to the instructions on pages 2.1-2.4). 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 the TV. 2 Connect the cable or antenna to the - Samsung TXM1967 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 19
I N S TA L L AT I O N 6 Connect the other end of the cable to the TV's AUDIO IN terminal. 7 Connect a video cable to the VCR's VIDEO OUT terminal. 8 Connect the other end of the cable to the TV's VIDEO IN terminal. 2.6 CHAPTER TWO: INSTALLATION - Samsung TXM1967 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 20
O N Connecting a Camcorder You can connect a camcorder to your TV, which enables you to view camcorder tapes without a VCR. The camcorder's AUDIO OUT terminal. 3 Connect the other end of the cable to the TV's AUDIO IN terminal. 4 Connect a video cable to the camcorder's VIDEO OUT terminal. 5 Connect - Samsung TXM1967 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 21
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.) 2.8 CHAPTER TWO: INSTALLATION - Samsung TXM1967 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 22
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 will show the channel you are watching, and the time of day. The - Samsung TXM1967 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 23
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 TXM1967 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 24
digits. There are three steps for memorizing channels: selecting a broadcast source, memorizing the channels (automatic) and adding and deleting channels (manual ) STD, HRC or IRC (all cable TV). Note: STD, HRC and IRC identify various types of cable TV systems. Contact your local cable company to - Samsung TXM1967 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 25
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 TXM1967 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 26
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 TXM1967 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 27
channels (0-9) faster, press "0" before the 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 switch to the last channel viewed. To quickly switch between two channels that are far apart, tune to - Samsung TXM1967 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 28
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 correct . Press the MENU button three times to exit. 3.7 CHAPTER THREE: TV OPERATION When selecting the hours, be sure to select the proper time - Samsung TXM1967 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 29
exit. Note: Sharpness and tint can't be adjusted in DVD mode. After adjusting an item, the gauge will automatically disappear (after about 5 seconds). 3.8 CHAPTER THREE: TV OPERATION - Samsung TXM1967 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 30
picture setting. • Choose Standard 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. • Choose Custom if you want to adjust the settings according to personal pref- erence (see - Samsung TXM1967 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 31
- button. 2 Press the VOL - button to select "On/Off". (Repeatedly pressing the VOL - or VOL + button will alternate between On and Off.) 3.10 CHAPTER THREE: TV OPERATION - Samsung TXM1967 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 32
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 TXM1967 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 33
the VCR button on the top right of your remote control. 4 Enter both digits of the VCR code listed on the next page for your brand of VCR. The remote control has three "modes": "TV," "VCR", and "Cable" Press the "VCR" button to switch the remote control to the "VCR" mode. Make sure you enter both - Samsung TXM1967 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 34
S P E C I A L F E AT U R E S VCR Codes 4.2 CHAPTER FOUR: SPECIAL FEATURES - Samsung TXM1967 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 35
CABLE button on the top right of your remote control. 4 Enter both digits of the cable box code listed below for your brand of cable box. The remote control has three "modes": "TV," "VCR," and "CABLE". Press the "CABLE" button to switch the remote control to the "Cable" mode. Make sure you enter - Samsung TXM1967 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 36
U R E S Fine Tuning Channels Use fine tuning to manually adjust a particular channel for optimal reception. 1 Select the appropriate 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 - Samsung TXM1967 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 37
VOL button repeatedly to select "Normal" or "Zoom". Press the 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-screen. 4.5 CHAPTER FOUR: SPECIAL FEATURES - Samsung TXM1967 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 38
of time. For example, you may be watching a channel when commercials start. You can set the Surf to "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 to which you want to return, press the - Samsung TXM1967 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 39
, 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 Press the CH w appropriate 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 TXM1967 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 40
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 TXM1967 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 41
displays the closed captions that are broadcast with certain TV shows. These captions are usually subtitles for the may be a small delay before captions appear when you change channels. These are not malfunctions of the TV. 4 Press the CH w button to select "Mode." Press the VOL - or VOL + button - Samsung TXM1967 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 42
pin" screen will appear. Enter your 4-digit PIN number. Note: The default PIN number for a new TV set is "0-0-0-0." 3 After entering a 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 - Samsung TXM1967 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 43
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. 1 Press the MENU button to display the menu. Press the CH w button three times to select the "Function" menu - Samsung TXM1967 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 44
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 sub-ratings - Samsung TXM1967 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 45
. (Eventually, movie videocassettes will be encoded with MPAA ratings.) When the V-Chip lock is on, the TV will automatically block any programs that are coded with objectionable ratings (either MPAA or TV-Ratings). 1 Press the MENU button to display the menu. Press the CH w button three times to - Samsung TXM1967 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 46
"Excessive rating." To resume normal viewing, tune to a different channel using the number buttons. Under certain conditions (depending on the rating of the local TV programs) the V-Chip might lock out all the channels. In this case, use the V-Chip function for an "emergency escape": Press the MENU - Samsung TXM1967 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 47
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 TXM1967 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 48
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 TXM1367 / TXM1967 / TXM1997 AC 120V 60Hz A.1 APPENDIX
Owner’s
Instructions
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T E L E V I S I O N
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TXM1967
TXM1367
TXM1997
Printed in Mexico
AA68-02340A (ENG)