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- Samsung TXN2434F | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 1
-SAMSUNG (1-800-726-7864) Samsung Electronics America Service Division 400 Valley Road, Suite 201 Mount Arlington, NJ 07856 www.samsungusa.com Samsung Electronics Canada Inc. Samsung Customer Care 7037 Financial Drive Mississauga, Ontario L5N 6R3 www.samsung.ca AA68-03165A-00 Owner's Instructions - Samsung TXN2434F | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 2
Warning! Important Safety 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 PERSONNEL. This symbol indicates high voltage is present inside. It - Samsung TXN2434F | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 3
receiver may fall, causing injury to people and/or damage to the TV. Use only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table recommended by the manufacturer or sold with the TV receiver. • Follow the manufacturer's instructions when mounting the unit, and use a mounting accessory recommended by the - Samsung TXN2434F | 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 TXN2434F | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 5
instructions. 2) Keep these instructions. 3) Heed all warnings. DOUBLE INSULATED - When servicing use only identical replacement parts. 4) Follow all instructions accessories specified by the manufacturer. 12) Use only with cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the manufacturer, or - Samsung TXN2434F | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 6
20 Connecting a Second VCR to Record from the TV 21 Connecting a DVD Player 21 Connecting a Camcorder 22 Installing Batteries in the Remote Control 23 Chapter 3: Operation 24 Turning the TV Automatic Method 29 Adding and Erasing Channels (Manual Method 30 Changing Channels 31 Using the - Samsung TXN2434F | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 7
Your Remote Control 40 Setting Up Your Remote Control to Operate Your VCR or DVD 40 Setting Up Your Remote Control to TV after the V-Chip Blocks a Channel ("Emergency Escape 57 Chapter 5: Troubleshooting 58 Identifying Problems 58 Appendix 59 Cleaning and Maintaining Your TV 59 Using Your TV - Samsung TXN2434F | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 8
-to-use remote control • Easy-to-use on-screen menu system • Automatic timer to turn the TV on and off • Adjustable picture and sound settings 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 - Samsung TXN2434F | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 9
advanced features, you must use the remote control. TXN2734F / TXN2434F / TXN2034F TXN2036F TXN2730F / TXN2030F TXN2726 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 - Samsung TXN2434F | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 10
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 15-22.) TXN2734F TXN2434F / TXN2730F TXN2034F / TXN2030F / TXN2726 TXN2036F Œ AUDIO - Samsung TXN2434F | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 11
. ˆ S-VIDEO INPUT (TXN2734F / TXN2434F / TXN2034F / TXN2036F / TXN2730F / TXN2726) Connect to an VIDEO INPUT Connect video from a DVD player. Note: Monitor Output doesn't operate in the DVD mode VHF/UHF Connect to an antenna or to a cable TV system. ¨ DVD AUDIO INPUTS (INPUT 2) Use these jacks - Samsung TXN2434F | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 12
are Normal, Zoom. ˝ R.SURF Press the R.SURF button to automatically return to a preferred channel after a user-preset time delay. Ô MODE Selects a target device to be controlled by the Samsung remote control (i.e., TV, Set Top Box, VCR, Cable box, or DVD). PRE-CH Tunes to the previous channel - Samsung TXN2434F | 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. SET Use this button when you are setting up your remote control to operate your Set Top Box, VCR, Cable box, or DVD. ˛ RESET If your remote control is not functioning properly, take out the batteries and press - Samsung TXN2434F | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 14
YOUR NEW TV Remote Control Œ POWER Turns the TV on and off. ´ Number buttons Press to select channels directly on the TV. ˇ +100 Press to select channels over 100. For example, to select return to a preferred channel after a user-preset time delay. TXN2730F / TXN2434F / TXN2034F / TXN2030F 14 - Samsung TXN2434F | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 15
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 16. If you have two antennas, - Samsung TXN2434F | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 16
antenna leads to the combiner. 2 Plug 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 - Samsung TXN2434F | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 17
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 TXN2434F | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 18
the cable box's output channel, which is usually channel 3 or 4.) Connecting a VCR These instructions assume that you have already connected your TV to an antenna or a cable TV system (according to the instructions on pages 15-17). Skip step 1 if you have not yet connected to an antenna or a cable - Samsung TXN2434F | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 19
OUT terminal on the VCR and the antenna terminal on the TV. A coaxial cable is usually included with a VCR. (If 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 - Samsung TXN2434F | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 20
TXN2434F / TXN2034F / TXN2036F / TXN2730F / TXN2726) Your Samsung TV can be TV. 2 Connect a set of audio cables between the AUDIO OUT jacks on the VCR and the AUDIO INPUT2 jacks on the TV . 3 Connect an S-video cable between the S-VIDEO OUT jack on the VCR and the S-VIDEO INPUT jack on the TV - Samsung TXN2434F | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 21
on the VCR. 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 jacks on your TV make it easy to connect a DVD player to your TV. Note: Only 480i formats are supported. 1 Connect a set of audio cables between - Samsung TXN2434F | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 22
OUTPUT jack on the camcorder and the VIDEO terminal on the side of the TV. The audio-video cables shown here are usually included with a Camcorder. (If to connect a set of two cables. Note: This figure shows the Standard connector-jack panel. The actual configuration for your TV may be different. 22 - Samsung TXN2434F | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 23
inside the compartment. 3 Replace the cover. M 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.) 23 - Samsung TXN2434F | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 24
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: Setting the language, Video signal source, Ant. input check, Auto - Samsung TXN2434F | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 25
OPERATION 4 Make sure that the antenna is connected to the TV. And then press the œ or √ button to activate "Auto Program" or press the Plug & Play and press the √ button. The message "Plug & Play" is displayed. Note: Plug & Play feature doesn't work when the V-chip is on or when in the A/V mode. 25 - Samsung TXN2434F | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 26
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 INFO button. on the remote control. The on-screen display shows any or all of the following: Active channel, Audio source and - Samsung TXN2434F | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 27
OPERATION Selecting a Menu Language 1 Press the MENU button to display the menu. Press the M button hree times to select "Function", then press the √ button. 2 Press the œ or √ button to select the appropriate language: English, Spanish or French. 3 Press the MENU button twice to exit. 27 - Samsung TXN2434F | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 28
the channels (automatic) and adding and deleting channels (manual). Selecting the Video Signal-source Before your television can 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 company to identify the type - Samsung TXN2434F | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 29
to select "Channel" then press the √ button. 2 Press the M button to select "Auto program". M 3 Press the œ or √ button. The TV will begin memorizing all of the available channels. The TV automatically cycles through all of the available channels and stores them in memory. This takes about one to - Samsung TXN2434F | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 30
OPERATION Adding and Erasing Channels (Manual Method) 1 Press the MENU button. Press the M button twice to select "Channel", then press the √ button. 2 Press the L or M button to select "Add/Erase". Press - Samsung TXN2434F | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 31
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. M To quickly switch between two channels that are far apart, tune to one channel, then use the number - Samsung TXN2434F | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 32
channel that will be labeled. 2 Press the MENU button to display the menu, then press the M button to select "Channel". Press the √ button. M Note: You cannot select "Labeling" in the A/V mode. 3 Press the M button to select "Labeling". Press the √ button to begin labeling. The left-most field - Samsung TXN2434F | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 33
OPERATION Setting the Clock 1 Press the MENU button to display the on-screen menu. Press the M button three times to select "Function". Press the √ button. 2 Press the M button to select "Time" menu. Press the √ button: The Time menu will appear on the screen, and "Clock" will be selected. 3 Press - Samsung TXN2434F | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 34
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 menu. 2 Press the œ or √ - Samsung TXN2434F | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 35
Standard", "Movie" or "Custom" picture setting. • Choose Dynamic for viewing the TV during the day or when there is brightlight in the room. • Standard: Optimal indoor screen condition. • Choose Movie when viewing the TV in low light, or when playing video games. • Choose Custom if - Samsung TXN2434F | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 36
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 M button to select "Sound" - Samsung TXN2434F | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 37
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 any of them by making a selection - Samsung TXN2434F | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 38
OPERATION Setting The On/Off Melody You can hear clear melody sound when the TV is powered On or Off. 1 Press the MENU button to display the menu. Press the M button to select "Sound" menu , then press the √ button. 2 Press - Samsung TXN2434F | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 39
mode in order to view the VCR or Camcorder signal on the TV. 1 Press the MENU button to display the menu. Press the M button twice to select "Channel", then press the √ button. 2 Press the M button twice to select the "TV/AV". 3 Press the œ or √ button . You will switch between viewing the signals - Samsung TXN2434F | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 40
TXN2036F / TXN2726) Your TV comes equipped with a "universal" remote control. In addition to controlling the TV, the universal remote can also operate a VCR, DVD and a cable box (even if your VCR, DVD and cable box are made by manufacturers other than Samsung). Note: The remote control might not be - Samsung TXN2434F | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 41
SPECIAL FEATURES VCR Codes DVD Codes 41 - Samsung TXN2434F | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 42
button and make sure that the CABLE LED is illuminated. 3 On your Samsung remote control, press the SET button. M The remote control has four "modes": "TV", "VCR", "Cable" and "DVD". Press the MODE button to switch the remote control to the "Cable" mode. 4 Enter 3 digits of the cable box code - Samsung TXN2434F | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 43
FEATURES Fine Tuning Channels Use fine tuning to manually adjust a particular channel for optimal reception. the œ and √ buttons to adjust the fine tuning. M 4 To store the fine tuning setting in the TV's memory, press the M button to select "Select". Press the œ or √ button to select "Added". To - Samsung TXN2434F | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 44
œ or √ 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. 44 - Samsung TXN2434F | 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 - Samsung TXN2434F | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 46
SPECIAL FEATURES Tilt (TXN2734F / TXN2730F) 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 √ button to select the "Picture" menu. 2 Press - Samsung TXN2434F | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 47
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: 1 While you are watching the channel to which you want to return, press the R.SURF - Samsung TXN2434F | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 48
to display the menu. Press the M button three times to select "Function" menu, then press the √ button. M Before using the timer, you must set the TV's clock. (See "Setting the Clock" on page 33). 2 Press the M button to select "Time", then press the √ button. 3 Press the M button to select "On - Samsung TXN2434F | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 49
are away on holiday, for example). 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 - Samsung TXN2434F | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 50
to the 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.) 50 - Samsung TXN2434F | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 51
SPECIAL FEATURES Extra sound settings (Turbo Sound, Surround or Auto Volume ) • Turbo Sound Turbo sound suitably emphasizes both higher and lower bands of sound (and includes other effects). • Surround "Surround" converts a monaural sound signal into two identical left and right channels. Once the " - Samsung TXN2434F | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 52
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 M button to select "Mode". Press the œ or √ button to select "Caption - Samsung TXN2434F | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 53
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 valid PIN any 4-digits for your PIN and enter them. M ➜ Note: If you forget the PIN, press the remote-control keys in the following sequence, which resets the pin to 0-0-0-0: - Samsung TXN2434F | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 54
√ button so that the "V-Chip lock" field is Yes. (Pressing √ will alternate between Yes and No.) How to Set up Restrictions Using the "TV guidelines" First, set up a personal identification number (PIN), and enable the V-Chip. (See previous section.) Parental restrictions can be set up using either - Samsung TXN2434F | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 55
, and no letters will blink. To exit this screen, press the MENU button again. To select a different TV-Rating, press the L or M 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: FV - Samsung TXN2434F | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 56
will be highlighted, and no letters will blink. To exit this screen, press MENU again. To select a different TV-Rating, press the L or M button 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 - Samsung TXN2434F | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 57
or"B". Press MENU four 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 . Under certain conditions (depending on the rating of the local TV programs) the V-Chip might lock out all the channels. In - Samsung TXN2434F | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 58
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 service center. Identifying Problems Problem Poor picture Poor sound quality. No picture or sound. No color, - Samsung TXN2434F | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 59
may not work properly with another system due to differences in the TV channel frequencies. Specifications Model Voltage Frequency of Operation Dimensions (mm/inches) Weight (Kg/ lbs) TXN2734F / TXN2434F / TXN2034F / TXN2036F / TXN2730F TXN2030F / TXN2726 AC 120V 60Hz TXN2734F: 730 x 485 x 575 mm
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TXN2734F / TXN2434F / TXN2034F
TXN2036F / TXN2730F / TXN2030F
TXN2726
AA68-03165A-00
1-800-SAMSUNG (1-800-726-7864)
Samsung Electronics America
Service Division
400 Valley Road, Suite 201
Mount Arlington, NJ 07856
www.samsungusa.com
Samsung Electronics Canada Inc.
Samsung Customer Care
7037 Financial Drive
Mississauga, Ontario
L5N 6R3
www.samsung.ca