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TXN2734F / TXN2434F / TXN2034F TXN2036F / TXN2730F / TXN2030F TXN2726 COLOR TELEVISION ... AA68-02821A-00 Owner's Instructions - Samsung TXN2726 | 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 TXN2726 | 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 TXN2726 | 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 TXN2726 | 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 TXN2726 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 6
Channels (Manual Method 30 Changing Channels 31 Using the Channel Buttons 31 Directly Accessing Channels 31 Using the PRE-CH Button to select the Previous Channel . . . 31 Adjusting the Volume 31 Using Mute 31 Labeling the Channels 32 Setting the Clock 33 Customizing the Picture 34 - Samsung TXN2726 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 7
Using the MPAA Ratings: G, PG, PG-13, R, NC-17, X 56 How to Reset the 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 in Another Country 59 Specifications 59 7 - Samsung TXN2726 | 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 TXN2726 | 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 TXN2726 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 10
TXN2034F TXN2030F / TXN2726 TXN2036F Œ AUDIO INPUTS Audio signals from VCRs, DVD players and similar devices. ´ VIDEO INPUT Video signals from VCRs, DVD players and similar devices. ˇ S-VIDEO INPUT (Option) Connect to an S-VHS VCR or DVD player. ¨ HEADPHONE Connect a set of external headphones - Samsung TXN2726 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 11
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 TXN2726 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 12
are Normal, Zoom1. ˝ 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 TXN2726 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 13
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 the reset button for about 2~3 seconds. Re-insert the batteries and try using the remote control again. TXN2734F / TXN2036F / TXN2726 - Samsung TXN2726 | 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 automatically return to a preferred channel after a user-preset time delay. TXN2730F / TXN2434F / TXN2034F / TXN2030F 14 - Samsung TXN2726 | 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, - Samsung TXN2726 | 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 TXN2726 | 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 TXN2726 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 18
. (When you set the A/B switch to "B", you will need to tune your TV to 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 - Samsung TXN2726 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 19
not, check your local electronics store). 4 Connect a set of audio cables between the AUDIO OUT 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 - Samsung TXN2726 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 20
VCR (Option) 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, follow steps 1-3 in the previous section to connect the antenna or cable to your VCR and your TV. 2 Connect a set of audio - Samsung TXN2726 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 21
jack 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 (Option) The rear panel jacks on your TV make it easy to connect a DVD player to your TV. 1 Connect a set of audio cables between the AUDIO INPUT 2 jacks - Samsung TXN2726 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 22
the camcorder and the VIDEO terminal on the rear of the TV. The audio-video cables shown here are usually included with a Camcorder. (If not, check your local electronics store.) If your camcorder is stereo, you need to connect a set of two cables. Note: This figure shows the Standard connector-jack - Samsung TXN2726 | 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 TXN2726 | 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 TXN2726 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 25
sure that the antenna is connected to the TV. And then press the œ or √ button to activate "Auto Program" or press the MENU button to skip. (refer to "Auto program" on page 29.) 5 Press the œ or √ button to move to the hour or minute. Set the hour or minute by pressing the - Samsung TXN2726 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 26
button. The main menu appears on the screen. Its left side has four icons: Picture, Sound, Channel, and Function. 2 Use the L and M buttons to highlight one 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 - Samsung TXN2726 | 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 TXN2726 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 28
memorizing the channels (automatic) and adding and deleting channels (manual). Selecting the Video Signal-source Before your television can begin channels, you must specify the type of signal source that is connected to the TV (i.e., an antenna or a cable system). 1 Press the MENU button to display - Samsung TXN2726 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 29
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 TXN2726 | 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 TXN2726 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 31
the number buttons to quickly tune to any channel. 1 Press the number buttons to go directly to a channel. For example, to select channel 27, press "2", then "7". The TV will change channels when you press the second number. When you use the number buttons, you can directly select channels that were - Samsung TXN2726 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 32
OPERATION Labeling the Channels (TXN2734F / TXN2434F / TXN2730F / TXN2726) Use this feature to assign an easy-to-remember label to any channel (i.e., "CBS", "ESPN", above. Repeat the process to select the last two digits. Press the MENU button to set the label and clear the menus from the screen. 32 - Samsung TXN2726 | 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 - Samsung TXN2726 | 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 TXN2726 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 35
Press the MENU button to display the menu. 2 Press the œ or √ button to select the "Dynamic", "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 - Samsung TXN2726 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 36
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" menu. 2 Press the œ or √ button repeatedly - Samsung TXN2726 | 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 from the on-screen menu. - Samsung TXN2726 | 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 TXN2726 | 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 TXN2726 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 40
and make sure that the VCR (or DVD) 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 "VCR" (or DVD) mode. 4 Enter 3 digits of the VCR (or - Samsung TXN2726 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 41
SPECIAL FEATURES VCR Codes DVD Codes 41 - Samsung TXN2726 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 42
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 listed below for your brand of - Samsung TXN2726 | 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. Press 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 - Samsung TXN2726 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 44
. Press the √ button to select the "Picture" menu. 2 Press the M button to select "Size". 3 Press the 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 - Samsung TXN2726 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 45
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 √ button to select the "Picture" menu. 2 Press the M button to select - Samsung TXN2726 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 46
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 the M button to select "Tilt". 3 press the œ or √ buttons to - Samsung TXN2726 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 47
channel after a certain amount 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 - Samsung TXN2726 | 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 TXN2726 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 49
the timer "On" (when you 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 - Samsung TXN2726 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 50
• Choose SAP to listen 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 - Samsung TXN2726 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 51
other effects). • Surround "Surround" converts a monaural sound signal into two identical left and right channels. Once the "Surround" is set to "On" or "Off", the setting applies to the sound effects such as Standard, Music, Movie and Speech. • Auto Volume Each broadcasting station has its own - Samsung TXN2726 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 52
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 √ bottom of the screen, and they usually cover only a small portion of the picture. In text mode, information unrelated to the program, such as news or - Samsung TXN2726 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 53
user must first enter a PIN (personal ID number) before any of the V-Chip restrictions can be set up or changed. Setting default PIN number for a new TV set is "0-0-0-0." 3 After entering a valid Note: If you forget the PIN, press the remote-control keys in the following sequence, which resets the - Samsung TXN2726 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 54
feature, press the √ 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 - Samsung TXN2726 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 55
work independently: If a household includes very young children as well as young adults, the TV guidelines must be set up separately for each age group. (See next step.) 5 At this point, one of the TV-Ratings is highlighted. Press the √ button: Depending on your existing setup, a letter "U" or - Samsung TXN2726 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 56
the MENU button once to save the TV guidelines. A TV-Rating will be highlighted, and no letters will blink. To set up additional restrictions based on the MPAA codes). How to Set up Restrictions Using the MPAA Ratings: G, PG, PG-13, R, NC-17, X The MPAA rating system uses the Motion Picture - Samsung TXN2726 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 57
Press L or M to select "U" 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 buttons. Under certain conditions (depending on the rating of the local TV programs) the V-Chip might lock out all the channels. In this - Samsung TXN2726 | 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 TXN2726 | User Manual (user Manual) (ver.1.0) (English) - Page 59
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 / 28.74
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TXN2734F / TXN2434F / TXN2034F
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TXN2726
AA68-02821A-00