AA68-03782A-01Eng 3/17/06 7:08 PM Page 1 TX-R3079WH TX-R3080WH TX-R3081WH TX-S2782H TX-S2779H TX-S3082WH COLOR TELEVISION Owner’s Instructions Register your product at www.samsung.
AA68-03782A-01Eng 3/17/06 7:08 PM Page 2 Important Warranty Information Regarding Television Format Viewing Standard screen format televisions (4:3, the aspect ratio of the screen width to height) are primarily designed to view standard format full-motion video. The images displayed on them should primarily be in the standard 4:3 ratio format and constantly moving.
AA68-03782A-01Eng 3/17/06 7:08 PM Page 3 Contents GENERAL INFORMATION CHANNEL CONTROL List of Features .................................................................................. Accessories........................................................................................ Viewing the Control Panel.................................................................. Viewing the Connection Panel ........................................................... Remote Control ........................
AA68-03782A-01Eng 3/17/06 7:08 PM Page 4 General Information List 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 sleep timer. V-Chip function. Excellent Digital Interface & Networking: With a built-in HD digital tuner, non-subscription HD broadcasts can be viewed with no Set-Top Box needed. Remote Control The supplied remote can be used to operate the TV as well as most DVD players, Set-top boxes, Cable Boxes and VCRs.
AA68-03782A-01Eng 3/17/06 7:08 PM Page 5 Viewing the Control Panel Buttons on the Lower-Right Part of the Panel The buttons on the lower-right panel control your TV’s basic features, including the on-screen menu. To use the more advanced features, you must use the remote control. The product color and shape may very depending on the model.
AA68-03782A-01Eng 3/17/06 7:08 PM 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 8~13. The product color and shape may very depending on the model. TX-S2782H/TX-R3080WH/ TX-R3081WH/TX-S3082WH TX-S2779H/TX-R3079WH 1 AV IN 1 Video and audio inputs for external devices, such as a camcorder or VCR.
AA68-03782A-01Eng 3/17/06 7:08 PM Page 7 Remote Control You can use the remote control up to a distance of about 23 feet from the TV. When using the remote control, always 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. 3 – Press to select additional channels (digital and analog) being broadcast by the same station.
AA68-03782A-01Eng 3/17/06 7:08 PM Page 8 Installing Batteries in the Remote Control 1. Lift the cover at the back of the remote control upward as shown in the figure. 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, 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.
AA68-03782A-01Eng 3/17/06 7:08 PM Page 9 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 ANT 2 IN (CABLE) terminal on the back of the TV. ➢ Because this TV is cable-ready, you do not need a cable box to view unscrambled cable channels. Connecting to a Cable Box that Descrambles All Channels ANT IN 1. Find the cable that is connected to the ANT OUT terminal on your cable box.
AA68-03782A-01Eng 3/17/06 7:08 PM Page 10 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 8~9). 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. TV Rear Panel VCR Rear Panel 2. Connect the cable or antenna to the ANT IN terminal on the back of the VCR. 3.
AA68-03782A-01Eng 3/17/06 7:08 PM Page 11 Connecting a Second VCR to Record from the TV Your TV can send out signals of its picture and sound to be recorded by a second VCR. To do this, connect your second VCR as follows: TV Rear Panel VCR Rear Panel 2 Audio Cable (Not supplied) 1 Video Cable (Not supplied) ➢ When connecting an external device, match the color of the connection terminal to the cable. 1. Connect a video cable between the AV OUT [VIDEO] jack on the TV and the VIDEO IN jack on the VCR.
AA68-03782A-01Eng 3/17/06 7:08 PM Page 12 Connecting a DVD Player/Set-Top Box via HDMI This connection can only be made if there is an HDMI/DVI Output jack on the external device.
AA68-03782A-01Eng 3/17/06 7:08 PM Page 13 Connecting an Amplifier/DVD Home Theater TV Rear Panel Amplifier/DVD Home Theater Audio Cable (Not supplied) ➢ Each external input source device has a different back panel configuration. ➢ When connecting an external device, match the color of the connection terminal to the cable. 1. Connect Audio Cables between the AV OUT [LAUDIO-R] on the TV and AUDIO IN on the Amplifier/DVD Home Theater.
AA68-03782A-01Eng 3/17/06 7:08 PM Auto Program Auto Program in progress. Air 16 15% Stop Enter Skip Page 14 4. The TV will begin memorizing all of the available channels. After all the available channels are stored, the Auto program menu reappears. Press the ENTER button when channel memorization is complete. “Clock Mode.” menu is automatically displayed. ➢ To stop the search before it has finished, press the ENTER button with stop selected. Auto Program Auto Program is completed.
AA68-03782A-01Eng 3/17/06 7:09 PM Page 15 If you want to reset this feature... Setup Plug & Play Language : Time V-Chip Caption Menu Transparency: Blue Screen : Function Help : Move English Medium Off On Enter Menu language, Channels and Time will be set . Start √ √ √ √ √ √ √ √ 1. Press the MENU button to display the menu. Press the … or † button to select “Setup”, then press the ENTER button. Return 2. Press the ENTER button to select “Plug & Play”.
AA68-03782A-01Eng 3/17/06 7:09 PM Page 16 Adjusting the Volume 1. Press the VOL + or VOL – button to increase or decrease the volume. Using Mute Button At any time, you can cut off the sound using the MUTE button. 1. Press MUTE and the sound cuts off. The word “MUTE” will appear in the lower-left corner of the screen. 2. To turn mute off, press the MUTE button again, or simply press the VOL + or VOL – button.
AA68-03782A-01Eng 3/17/06 7:09 PM Page 17 Memorizing the Channels Your TV can memorize and store all of the available channels for both “off-air” (air) and cable channels. After the available channels are memorized, use the CH or CH button to scan through the channels. This eliminates the need to change channels by entering the channel digits. There are three steps for memorizing channels: selecting a broadcast source, memorizing the channels (automatic) and adding and deleting channels (manual).
AA68-03782A-01Eng 3/17/06 7:09 PM Page 18 Setting Up Your Remote Control After it has been set up properly, your remote control can operate in five different modes: TV, VCR, Cable, DVD, or Set-Top Box. Pressing the corresponding button on the remote control allows you to switch between these modes, and control whichever piece of equipment you choose. ➢ The remote control might not be compatible with all DVD Players, VCRs, Cable boxes, and Set-Top Boxes.
AA68-03782A-01Eng 3/17/06 7:09 PM Page 19 Setting Up the Remote control to Operate Your DVD 1. Turn off your DVD. 2. Press the DVD button on your TV’s remote control. 3. Press the SET button on your TV’s remote control. 4. Using the number buttons on your remote control, enter three digits of the DVD code listed on page 22 of this manual for your brand of DVD. Make sure you enter three digits of the code, even if the first digit is a “0”. (If more than one code is listed, try the first one.) 5.
AA68-03782A-01Eng 3/17/06 7:09 PM Page 20 Remote Control Codes VCR Brand SAMSUNG ADMIRAL AIWA AKAI AUDIO DYNAMICS BELL&HOWELL BROKSONIC CANDLE CANON CITIZEN COLORTYME CRAIG CURTIS MATHES DAEWOO DB DIMENSIA DYNATECH ELECTROHOME EMERSON FISHER FUNAI GENERAL ELECTRIC GO VIDEO LG(Goldstar) HARMAN KARDON HITACHI INSTANT REPLAY JC PENNEY JCL KENWOOD KLH LIOYD LOGIK LXI JVC MAGNAVOX MARANTZ MARTA KONIA ORION MEI MEMOREX MGA MIDLAND MINOLTA Code 000 001 002 003 004 005 077 078 079 020 025 004 027 032 007 026
AA68-03782A-01Eng 3/17/06 7:09 PM Page 21 CABLE BOX Brand SAMSUNG GI HAMLIN HITACHI JERROLD MACOM MAGNAVOX OAK PANASONIC PHILIPS PIONEER RCA REGAL Code 000 001 002 003 004 005 006 007 041 003 024 031 025 030 038 039 025 030 019 023 028 026 003 022 027 037 044 019 021 023 028 004 018 020 044 014 022 040 003 Brand REGENCY SA SCIENTIFIC ATLAN SPRUCER STARGATE 2000 SYLVANIA TEXSCAN TOCOM UNIVERSAL VIEWSTAR WAMER AMEX ZENITH Code 015 023 042 043 042 043 022 036 016 016 032 033 034 019 021 023 028 046 017
AA68-03782A-01Eng 3/17/06 7:09 PM Page 22 SAMSUNG DVD Product DVD DVDR BD Record VCR COMBO VCR Record DHR COMBO Code 000 001 002 003 004 005 006 007 008 009 010 011 012 013 Product Home Theater VCR COMBO HDD Record COMBO TWIN TRAY COMBO STB DVD COMBO DVD Receiver AV Receiver Code 014 015 016 017 018 019 020 021 Code 030 075 085 072 070 071 074 086 083 084 088 111 112 114 062 074 122 123 027 065 077 078 079 082 080 125 081 095 066 146 067 068 090 060 061 089 133 135 069 074 074 064 113 071 073 091 11
AA68-03782A-01Eng 3/17/06 7:09 PM Page 23 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. Input Source List Edit Name Move √ √ : TV Enter Return 2. Press the ENTER button to select “Source List”. Press the … or † button to select signal source, then press the ENTER button. Source List TV AV1 AV2 S-Video Component1 Component2 HDMI1 HDMI2 - Move Enter - 1. Press the MENU button to display the menu.
AA68-03782A-01Eng 3/17/06 7:09 PM Page 24 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.
AA68-03782A-01Eng 3/17/06 7:09 PM Page 25 7. Press the … or † button to select “Cool2”, “Cool1”, “Normal”, “Warm1”, or “Warm2”, then press the ENTER button. Mode Mode Contrast Brightness Sharpness Color Tint G 50 Color Tone Reset Move : Dynamic Cool2 Cool1 Normal Warm1 : Cool1 Warm2 Enter 100 45 75 55 R50 Return Resetting the Picture Settings to the Factory Defaults Mode Mode Contrast Brightness Sharpness Color Tint G 50 Color Tone Reset Move : Dynamic : Cool1 Enter √ 100 45 75 55 R50 √ 8.
AA68-03782A-01Eng 3/17/06 7:09 PM Page 26 Tilt Due to the Earth’s magnetic field there may be some 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. Picture Press the … or † button to select “Picture”, then press the ENTER button. Mode : Dynamic √ Size Tilt Film Mode √ √ √ : 16:9 : Off 2. Press the … or † button to select “Tilt”, then press the ENTER button. Press the œ or √ button to adjust screen tilt.
AA68-03782A-01Eng 3/17/06 7:09 PM Page 27 Sound Mode : Equalizer SRS TruSurround XT : Auto Volume : Multi-Track Options Melody : Move Choose Standard for the standard factory settings. Choose Music when watching music videos or concerts. Choose Movie when watching movies. Choose Speech when watching a show that is mostly dialog (i.e., news). Choose Custom to recall your personalized settings (see “Customizing the Sound”).
AA68-03782A-01Eng 3/17/06 7:09 PM Page 28 Press the SRS button on the remote control to select “On” or “Off”. TRADEMARK & LABEL LICENSE NOTICE TruSurround XT, SRS and Symbol are trademarks of SRS Labs, Inc. TruSurround XT technology is incorporated under license from SRS Labs, Inc. Automatic Volume Control Reduces the differences in volume level among broadcasters.
AA68-03782A-01Eng 3/17/06 7:09 PM Page 29 Choosing a Multi-Channel Sound (MTS) track - Analog Multi-Track Sound Sound Mode : Equalizer SRS TruSurround XT : Auto Volume : Multi-Track Options Melody : Move √ √ √ √ √ √ Custom Off Off On Enter 1. Press the MENU button to display the menu. Press the … or † button to select “Sound”, then press the ENTER button. 2. Press the … or † button to select “Multi-Track Options”, then press the ENTER button. Return 3.
AA68-03782A-01Eng 3/17/06 7:09 PM Page 30 Channel Control Selecting the Antenna 1. Press the MENU button to display the menu. Press the … or † button to select “Channel”, then press the ENTER button. Channel Antenna : Air Air Auto Program Cable Channel Manager Name Fine Tune Signal Strength 2. Press the ENTER button to select “Antenna”. Press the … or † button to select “Air” or “Cable”, then press the ENTER button. Press the EXIT button to exit.
AA68-03782A-01Eng 3/17/06 7:09 PM Page 31 Channel Manager /All DTV Air 7-1 1/2 DTV Air 2-1 Air 4 Air 6 DTV Air 7-1 Air 8 Air 9 Air 10 DTV Air 10-1 DTV Air 10-2 DTV Air 10-3 DTV Air 11-1 Watch DTV Air 11-2 Add DTV Air 11-3 Delete DTV Air 12-1 Favorite DTV Air 12-2 DTV Air 12-3 List Mode Move Air 13 DTV Air 13-1 DTV Air 13-2 DTV Air 13-3 DTV Air 13-4 Air 17 DTV Air 12-2 Air 28 5. Press the … or † button to select a channel to add, then press the ENTER button.
AA68-03782A-01Eng 3/17/06 7:09 PM Page 32 Viewing the Channel Lists You can display a list of all channels, added channels or your favorite channels. 1. Press the MENU button to display the menu. Press the … or † button to select “Channel”, then press the ENTER button. Channel √ √ √ √ √ √ Antenna : Air Auto Program Channel Manager Name Fine Tune Signal Strength Move Enter 2. Press the … or † button to select “Channel Manager”, then press the ENTER button. Return 3.
AA68-03782A-01Eng 3/17/06 7:09 PM Page 33 Labeling Channels Channel √ √ √ √ √ √ Antenna : Air Auto Program Channel Manager Name Fine Tune Signal Strength Move Enter Return Name 6 Clear Air 7 Clear Air 9 Clear Air 11 Clear Air 13 OK Press the EXIT button to exit. Clear † Move Enter ➢ The names of digital broadcasting channels are automatically assigned and thus cannot be Return assigned by users.
AA68-03782A-01Eng 3/17/06 7:09 PM Page 34 Checking the Digital-Signal Strength Unlike analog channels, which can vary in reception quality from “snowy” to clear, digital (HDTV) channels have either perfect reception quality or you will not receive them at all. So, unlike analog channels, you cannot fine tune a digital channel. You can, however, adjust your antenna to improve the reception of available digital channels.
AA68-03782A-01Eng 3/17/06 7:09 PM Page 35 Time Setting Setting the Time Setting the clock is necessary in order to use the 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 Setup Plug & Play Language : Time V-Chip Caption Menu Transparency: Blue Screen : Function Help : Move English Medium Off On Enter √ √ √ √ √ √ √ √ 1. Press the MENU button to display the menu.
AA68-03782A-01Eng 3/17/06 7:09 PM Page 36 Option 2: Setting the Clock Automatically Setup Plug & Play Language : Time V-Chip Caption Menu Transparency: Blue Screen : Function Help : Move English Medium Off On Enter √ √ √ √ √ √ √ √ 1. Press the MENU button to display the menu. Press the … or † button to select “Setup”, then press the ENTER button. Press the … or † button to select “Time”, then press the ENTER button. Return 2. Press the ENTER button to select “Clock”.
AA68-03782A-01Eng 3/17/06 7:09 PM Page 37 2. Press the … or † button to select “On Timer”, then press the ENTER button. Clock 12/ 24/ 2005/ 1 : 07 pm Clock Sleep Timer On Timer Off Timer : Off : Inactivated : Inactivated Move Enter √ √ √ √ Return 3. Press the … or † button to set the hour, then press the √ button to move to the next step. Set other items using the same method as above. ➢ When finished, press the MENU button to return.
AA68-03782A-01Eng 3/17/06 7:10 PM Page 38 Function Description Selecting a Menu Language Setup Plug & Play Language : Time V-Chip Caption Menu Transparency: Blue Screen : Function Help : Move English Medium Off On Enter √ √ √ √ √ √ √ √ Return 2. Press the … or † button to select the appropriate language: “English”, “Español” or “Français”, then press the ENTER button. Setup Plug & Play Language : Time V-Chip Caption Menu Transparency: Blue Screen : Function Help : Move 1.
AA68-03782A-01Eng 3/17/06 7:10 PM Page 39 How to Enable/Disable the V-Chip Setup Plug & Play Language : Time V-Chip Caption Menu Transparency: Blue Screen : Function Help : Move English Medium Off On Enter √ √ √ √ √ √ √ √ 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 button. The message “Enter PIN” will appear. Enter your 4 digit PIN number.
AA68-03782A-01Eng 3/17/06 7:10 PM TV Parental Guidelines ALL FV V S L TV-Y D Allow All TV-Y7 Block All TV-G TV-PG TV-14 TV-MA Move Enter Return Page 40 5. At this point, one of the TV-Ratings is selected. Press the ENTER button. Depending on your existing setup, the “ ” symbol will be selected. (Blank = Unblocked, = Blocked) While “ ” is selected, press the ENTER button to block or unblock the category. To select a different TV-Rating, press the … or † button and then repeat the process.
AA68-03782A-01Eng 3/17/06 7:10 PM Page 41 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 objectionable ratings (either MPAA or TV-Ratings).
AA68-03782A-01Eng 3/17/06 7:10 PM Page 42 How to Set up Restrictions Using the ‘Canadian English’ Setup Plug & Play Language : Time V-Chip Caption Menu Transparency: Blue Screen : Function Help : Move English Medium Off On Enter √ √ √ √ √ √ √ √ 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 button. The message “Enter PIN” will appear.
AA68-03782A-01Eng 3/17/06 7:10 PM Page 43 How to Set up Restrictions Using the ‘Canadian French’ Setup Plug & Play Language : Time V-Chip Caption Menu Transparency: Blue Screen : Function Help : Move English Medium Off On Enter √ √ √ √ √ √ √ √ 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 button. The message “Enter PIN” will appear.
AA68-03782A-01Eng 3/17/06 7:10 PM Page 44 Using the V-Chip for Digital channels Parental restriction information can be used while watching DTV channels. Setup Plug & Play Language : Time V-Chip Caption Menu Transparency: Blue Screen : Function Help : Move English Medium Off On Enter √ √ √ √ √ √ √ √ 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 button.
AA68-03782A-01Eng 3/17/06 7:10 PM Page 45 Viewing Closed Captions(On-Screen Text Messages) - Digital The Digital Captions function operates on digital channels. Setup Plug & Play Language : Time V-Chip Caption Menu Transparency: Blue Screen : Function Help : Move English Medium Off On Enter √ √ √ √ √ √ √ √ 2. Press the … or † button to select “Caption”, then press the ENTER button. Return 3. Press the ENTER button to select “Caption”.
AA68-03782A-01Eng 3/17/06 7:10 PM Page 46 Background Opacity: This option consists of “Default”, “Solid”, “Flashing”, “Translucent”, and “Transparent”. You can change the background opacity of the caption. Return to Default: This option sets each of “Size”, “Font style”, “Foreground Color”, “Background Color”, “Foreground Opacity”, and “Background Opacity” to its factory default. You can also press the CAPTION button on the remote control to select Captions “On” or “Off”.
AA68-03782A-01Eng 3/17/06 7:10 PM Page 47 Menu Transparency Level Adjusts the transparency of the menu screen. Setup Plug & Play Language : Time V-Chip Caption Menu Transparency: Blue Screen : Function Help : Move English Medium Off On Enter √ √ √ √ √ √ √ √ Return 2. Press the … or † button to select “Menu Transparency”, then press the ENTER button. Press the … or † button to select the level you want, then press the ENTER button.
AA68-03782A-01Eng 3/17/06 7:10 PM Page 48 Appendix Identifying Problems If the TV seems to have a problem, first try this list of possible problems and solutions. If none of these troubleshooting tips apply, call your nearest Samsung service center. Problem Possible Solution Poor picture Try another channel. Adjust the antenna. Check all wire connections. Poor sound quality. Try another channel. Adjust the antenna. No picture or sound. Try another channel. Press the SOURCE button.
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AA68-03782A-01Eng 3/17/06 7:10 PM Page 52 Contact SAMSUNG WORLD-WIDE If you have any questions or comments relating to Samsung products, please contact the SAMSUNG customer care center. Country Customer Care Center Web Site CANADA 1-800-SAMSUNG (7267864) www.samsung.com/ca U.S.A 1-800-SAMSUNG (7267864) www.samsung.com Address Samsung Electronics Canada Inc., Customer Service 55 Standish Court Mississauga, Ontario L5R 4B2 Canada Samsung Electronique Canada Inc.
