Samsung TXM 1491F User Manual
TXM1491F
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COLOR TELEVISION
Printed in Mexico
AA68-02341A (ENG)
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Owner’s
Instructions
Warning! Important
Safety Instructions
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
dangerous to make any kind of contact with any inside part of
this product.
This symbol alerts you that important literature concerning
operation and maintenance has been included with this product.
Note to CATV system installer: This reminder is provided to call CATV system
installer’s attention to Article 820-40 of the National Electrical Code (Section 54 of
Canadian Electrical Code, Part I), that provides guidelines for proper grounding
and, in particular, specifies that the cable ground shall be connected to the
grounding system of the building as close to the point of cable entry as practical.
Caution: FCC/CSA regulations state that any unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment may void the user’s authority to operate it.
Caution: To prevent electric shock, match the wide blade of plug to the wide slot,
and fully insert the plug.
Attention: pour eviter les chocs electriques, introduire la lame le plus large de la
fiche dans la borne correspondante de la prise et pousser jusqu’au fond.
Important: One Federal Court has held that unauthorized recording of
copyrighted TV programs is an infringement of U.S. copyright laws.
Certain Canadian programs may also be copyrighted and any unauthorized
recording in whole or in part may be in violation of these rights.
To prevent damage which may result in fire or electric shock
hazard, do not expose this appliance to rain or moisture.
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
As an ENERGY STAR Partner.
Samsung Electronics America, Inc. has determined that this product or product
model meets the ENERGY STAR guidelines for energy efficiency.
SAFETY 1
Thank You for Choosing 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 and enjoyment for years to come.
Important Safety Information
To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, and other injuries, keep these safety precautions in
mind when installing, using, and maintaining your machine.
• Read all safety and operating instructions before operating the TV receiver.
• Retain the safety and operating instructions for future reference.
• Heed all warnings on the TV receiver and in the operating instructions.
• Follow all operating instructions.
• Unplug the TV receiver from the wall outlet before cleaning, Use a damp cloth, Do not use
liquid or aerosol cleaners.
• Never add any attachments and/or equipment without approval of the manufacturer. Such
additions may cause risk of fire, electric shock, or other personal injury.
• Do not use the TV receiver where contact with or immersion in water is a possibility, such as
near bath tubs, sinks, washing machines, swimming pools, etc.
• Do not place the TV receiver on an unstable cart, stand, tripod,
bracket, or table. The TV receiver may fall, causing injury to
people and/or damage to the TV. Use only with a cart, stand,
tripod, bracket, or table not 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 manufacturer.
Move the TV receiver and its cart with care. Quick stops, excessive
force, and uneven surfaces may cause the unit and cart to overturn.
• Provide ventilation for the TV receiver. The unit is designed with slots in the cabinet for
ventilation to protect it from overheating. Do not block these openings with any object, and
do not place the TV receiver on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surface. Do not place it near
a radiator or heat register. If you place the TV receiver on a rack or bookcase, ensure that
there is adequate ventilation and that you’ve followed the manufacturer’s instructions for
mounting.
• Operate your TV receiver only from the type of power source indicated on the marking label.
If you are not sure of the type of power supplied to your home, consult your appliance dealer
or local power company.
• Use only a grounded or polarized outlet. For your safety, this TV is equipped with a polarized
alternating-current line plug having one blade wider than the other. This plug will fit into the
power outlet only one way. If you are unable to insert the plug fully into the outlet, try
reversing the plug. If the plug still does not fit, contact your electrician to replace your outlet.
• Protect the power cord. Power supply cords should be routed so that they will not be walked
on or pinched by items placed on or against them. Pay particular attention to cord placement
at plugs, convenience receptacles, and at the point where they exit from the unit.
• Unplug the TV receiver from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable system during a lightning storm or when left unattended and unused for long periods of time. This will
prevent damage to the unit due to lightning and power-line surges.
• An outside antenna system should not be placed in the vicinity of overhead power lines or
other electric light or power circuits or where it can fall into such power lines or circuits.
Avoid overhead power lines: When installing an outside antenna system, be extremely careful
to keep from touching the power lines or circuits. Contact with such lines might be fatal.
• Do not overload the wall outlet or extension cords. Overloading can result in fire or electric
shock.
• Do not insert foreign objects through openings in the unit, as they may touch dangerous
voltages or cause damage. Never spill liquid of any kind on the TV receiver.
• Ground outdoor antennas. If an outside antenna or cable
system is connected to the TV receiver, be sure the
antenna or cable system is grounded so as to provide
some protection against voltage surges and built-up static
charges. Read information with respect to proper
grounding of the mast and supporting structure,
grounding of the lead-in wire to an antenna
discharge unit, size of grounding conductors, location of
antenna-discharge unit, connection to grounding
electrodes, and requirements for the grounding electrode.
• Do not attempt to service the TV receiver yourself. Refer all servicing to qualified service
personnel. Unplug the unit from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service
personnel under the following conditions:
- When the power-supply cord or plug is damaged
- If liquid has been spilled on the unit or if objects have fallen into the TV
- If the TV receiver has been exposed to rain or water
- If the TV receiver does not operate normally by following the operating instructions
- If the TV receiver has been dropped or the cabinet has been damaged
- When the TV receiver exhibits a distinct degradation in performance
• If you make adjustments yourself, adjust only those controls 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 by the manufacturer or those that have the same characteristics as the original part.
Unauthorized substitutions may result in additional damage to the unit.
• Upon completion of any service or repairs to this TV receiver, ask the service technician to
perform safety checks to determine that the TV receiver is in a safe operating condition.
2SAFETY
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the
following two conditions:
(1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and
(2) This device must accept any interference that may cause undesired operation.
This television receiver provides display of television closed captioning in accordance
with §15.119 of the FCC rules.
EXAMPLE OF
ANTENNA GROUNDING
GROUND CLAMP
ELECTRIC
SERVICE
EQUIPMENT
ANTENNA
LEAD IN WIRE
ANTENNA
DISCHARGE UNIT
GROUNDING
CONDUCTORS
GROUND CLAMPS
POWER SERVICE GROUNDING
ELECTRODE SYSTEM
SAFETY 3
1) Read these instructions.
2) Keep these instructions.
3) Heed all warnings.
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, Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s
instructions.
8) Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, or other apparatus
(including amplifiers) that produce heat.
9) Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized
plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding type plug has two blades
and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong are provided for your
safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.
10) Protect the power cord from being from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs,
convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.
11) Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.
12) Use only with cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the manufacturer, or sold
with the apparatus. When a used, caution when moving the cart/apparatus combination to
avoid injury from tip-over.
13) Unplug this apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus
combination to avoid injury from tip-over.
14) Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus
has been damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has
been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to
rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.
DOUBLE INSULATED - When servicing
use only identical replacement parts.
1 CONTENTS
CONTENTS
Chapter 1: Your New TV . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1.1
List of Features. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.1
Familiarizing Yourself with The TV. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.2
Front Panel Buttons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.2
Front Panel Jacks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.2
Rear Panel Jacks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.3
Remote Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.4
Chapter 2: Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.1
Connecting VHF and UHF Antennas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.1
Antennas with 300-ohm Flat Twin Leads . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.1
Antennas with 75-ohm Round Leads . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.2
Separate VHF and UHF Antennas. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.2
Connecting Cable TV . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.2
Cable without a Cable Box. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.2
Connecting to a Cable Box that Descrambles
All Channels. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.3
Connecting to a Cable Box that Descrambles
some Channels. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.3
Connecting a VCR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.5
Connecting a Camcorder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.6
Installing Batteries in the Remote Control. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.7
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 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.1
Selecting a Menu Language. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.2
Memorizing the Channels. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.3
Selecting the Video Signal-source. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.3
Storing Channels in Memory (Automatic Method). . . . . . . 3.4
Adding and Erasing Channels (Manual Method) . . . . . . . . 3.5
Changing Channels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.6
Using the Channel Buttons. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.6
Directly Accessing Channels. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.6
Using the PRE-CH Button to select the Previous Channel. . 3.6
Adjusting the Volume. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.6
Using Mute. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.6
Setting the Clock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.7
Customizing the Picture . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.8
Using Automatic Picture Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.9
Using Automatic Sound Settings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.10
Viewing a VCR or Camcorder Tape. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.11
CONTENTS 2
CONTENTS
Chapter 4: Special Features . . . . . . . . . . . . 4.1
Fine Tuning Channels. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4.1
Changing the Screen Size . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4.2
Using the Surf Feature.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4.3
Setting the On/Off Timer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4.4
Setting the Sleep Timer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4.5
Sound Features. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4.6
Choosing a Multi-Channel Sound (MTS) Soundtrack. . . . . 4.6
Extra sound settings
(Turbo Sound, or Surround) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4.7
Viewing Closed Captions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4.8
Using the V-Chip . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4.9
Setting Up Your Personal ID Number (PIN) . . . . . . . . . . . . 4.9
How to Enable/Disable the V-Chip . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4.10
How to Set up Restrictions Using the “TV guidelines” . . . . 4.10
How to Set up Restrictions using the MPAA Ratings:
G, PG, PG-13, R, NC-17, X . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4.12
How to Reset the TV after the V-Chip Blocks a Channel
(“Emergency Escape”). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4.13
Chapter 5: Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.1
Identifying Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.1
Spanish Quick Reference . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6.1
Appendix . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A.1
Cleaning and Maintaining Your TV. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A.1
Using Your TV in Another Country . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A.1
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A.1
1.1 CHAPTER ONE: YOUR NEW TV
List of Features
Your Samsung TV was designed with the latest technology. This TV is a high-performance
unit that includes the following special features:
• Easy-to-use remote control
• Easy-to-use on-screen menu system
• Automatic timer to turn the TV on and off
• Adjustable picture settings that can be stored in the TV’s memory
• Automatic channel tuning for up to 181 channels
• Fine tuning control for the sharpest picture possible
• Built-in, dual channel speakers
• A special sleep timer
Chapter One
YOUR NEW TV
CHAPTER ONE: YOUR NEW TV 1.2
Front Panel Jacks
You can use the front 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 2.1 – 2.6.)
ΠEARPHONE jack
Connect a set of external
earphones to this jack for
private listening.
´ VIDEO and AUDIO input
jacks
Use these jacks to connect
a camcorder or video
game.
Familiarizing Yourself with The TV
Front Panel Buttons
The buttons on the front panel control your TV’s basic features, including the on-screen
menu. To use the more advanced features, you must use the remote control.
YOUR NEW TV
ΠTURBO
Press to feel the middle and low sound
effects when watching a music program.
´ – VOL and VOL +
Press to change the volume or to change
features on the menu.
MENU
Press the VOL+/- buttons simultaneously to
see the menu of TV function. (Same function
as the MENU button on the remote control.)
ˇ CH ▼and CH ▲
Press to change channels or to select features on the menu.
¨ Remote Control Sensor
Aim the remote control towards this spot on
the TV.
ˆ STAND BY
Lights up when you turn the power off.
Ø POWER
Press to turn the TV on or off.
1.3 CHAPTER ONE: YOUR NEW TV
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 information on connecting equipment, see pages 2.1 – 2.6.
ΠVIDEO and AUDIO input jacks
Use these jacks to connect a VCR or other
video equipment.
´ VHF/UHF Antenna terminal
Use this terminal to connect an outdoor
antenna or cable system.
CHAPTER ONE: YOUR NEW TV 1.4
Remote Control
You can use the remote control up to about 23 feet from the TV. When using the remote,
always point it directly at the TV.
ΠPOWER
Press to turn the TV on and off.
´ TV/VIDEO
Press to watch TV picture and
a picture from a connected
component (VCR, LDP etc.).
ˇ Number buttons
Press to directly select channels on the TV.
¨ +100
Press to directly select channels over 100. For example, to
select channel 121, press
+100, then press 2 and 1.
ˆ CH ▲and CH ▼(Channel)
Press CH ▲ or CH ▼ to
change channels. Also use
with the on-screen menu system.
Ø DISPLAY
Press to see the time, channel,
etc., on-screen. Also press to
exit (quit) the menu system.
∏ SURF
Press when viewing a channel
to automatically return to that
channel after an amount of
time that you set.
” P-STD
Press to adjust the TV picture
by selecting one of the special
factory settings or your own
custom setting.
’ MUTE
Press to mute (silence) the
volume.
˝ MENU
Press this button to see the
easy-to-use menu system.
Ô VOL – and VOL + (Volume)
Press VOL – to lower the volume; press VOL + to raise the
volume. Also use with the
menu system.
SLEEP
Press for the TV to automatically turn off after an amount
of time that you set.
Ò CH.SCAN (Channel Scan)
Press to have the TV automatically scan all of the channels it
has memorized.
Ú PRE-CH (Previous Channel)
Press to see the last channel
you were watching.
Æ TURBO
Press to feel the middle and
low sound effects when
watching a music program.
ı MTS
Press to select stereo, mono,
or secondary audio program
(SAP).
POWER
TV/VIDEO
CH.SCAN
P.STD
SURF
DISPLAYMUTE
SLEEP
PRE-CH
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YOUR NEW TV
2.1 CHAPTER TWO: 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 2.2.
If you have two antennas, see “Separate
VHF and UHF Antennas,” on page 2.2.
Antennas with 300-ohm Flat Twin Leads
If you are using an off-air antenna (such as a roof antenna or “rabbit ears”) that has
300-ohm twin flat leads, follow the directions below.
Chapter Two
INSTALLATION
1
Place the wires from the
twin leads under the
screws on the 300-75 ohm
adaptor (not supplied).
Use a screwdriver to
tighten the screws.
2
Plug the adaptor into the
VHF/UHF terminal on the
bottom of the back panel.
2
CHAPTER TWO: INSTALLATION 2.2
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 TV.
Because this TV is cable-ready,
you do not need a cable box to view
unscrambled cable channels.
2
Plug the combiner into the
VHF/UHF terminal on the
bottom of the rear panel.
INSTALLATION
Separate VHF and UHF Antennas
If you have two separate antennas for your TV (one VHF and one UHF), you must
combine the two antenna signals before connecting the antennas to the TV. This
procedure requires a an optional combiner-adaptor (available at most electronics shops).
1
Connect both antenna
leads to the combiner.
Antennas with 75-ohm Round Leads
1
Plug the antenna lead into
the VHF/UHF
terminal on the bottom of
the back panel.
VHF
UHF
2.3 CHAPTER TWO: INSTALLATION
INSTALLATION
Connecting to a Cable Box that Descrambles All Channels
▼
1
Find the cable that is connected to the ANTENNA
OUT terminal on your
cable box.
This terminal might be labeled
“ANT OUT,” “VHF OUT,” or simply,
“OUT.”
2
Connect the other end 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 lengths of
coaxial cable. (These items are available at most electronics stores.)
▼
1
Find and disconnect the
cable that is connected to
the ANTENNA IN
terminal on your cable
box.
This terminal might be labeled
“ANT IN,” “VHF IN,” or simply,
“IN.”
2
Connect this cable to a
two-way splitter.
3
Connect a coaxial cable
between an OUTPUT terminal on the splitter and
the IN terminal on the
cable box.
CHAPTER TWO: INSTALLATION 2.4
4
Connect a coaxial cable
between the ANTENNA
OUT terminal on the cable
box and the B–IN terminal
on the A/B switch.
5
Connect another cable
between the other OUT
terminal on the splitter
and the A–IN terminal on
the 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.
INSTALLATION
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 channels. (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.)
2.5 CHAPTER TWO: INSTALLATION
INSTALLATION
3
Connect a coaxial cable
between the ANTENNA
OUT terminal on the VCR
and the antenna
terminal on the TV.
4
Connect a set of audio
cables between the
AUDIO OUTjacks on the
VCR and the AUDIOjacks
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 view your VCR tape.
A coaxial cable is usually included with a VCR. (If not, check your local electronics
store).
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 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
ANTENNA INterminal on
the back of the VCR.
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