Samsung TXM 1367, TXM 1997, TXM 1967 manual Chapter Five, Identifying Problems

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Chapter Five

T R O U B L E S H O O T I N G

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	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 TV/VIDEO button.
	Make sure the TV is plugged in.
	Check the antenna connections.

No color, wrong colors or tints.	Make sure the program is broadcast in color.
	Adjust the picture settings.
	If the set is moved or turned in a different
	direction, the power should be OFF for
	at least 30 minutes.

Picture rolls vertically.	Adjust the antenna.
	Check all wire connections.

The TV operates erratically	Unplug the TV for 30 seconds, then try
	operating it again.

The TV won’t turn on.	Make sure the wall outlet is working.

CHAPTER FIVE: TROUBLESHOOTING 5.1

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Contents Owner’s Riskofelectricshock Donotopen Thank You for Choosing Samsung With §15.119 of the FCC rules Read these instructions Operation InstallationYour New TV Troubleshooting Special FeaturesChapter One List of FeaturesFamiliarizing Yourself with The TV Video and Audio input jacks ´ VHF/UHF Antenna terminal Rear Panel JacksSleep Remote Control TypeNumber buttons ¨ +100∏ REWRewind ´ Number buttonsErase +100Press to use your remote con- trol to operate a cable box SET˘ FF Fast Forward Press to use your remote con- trol to operate your VCRAntennas with 300-ohm Flat Twin Leads Connecting VHF and UHF AntennasCable without a Cable Box Connecting Cable TVAntennas with 75-ohm Round Leads Separate VHF and UHF AntennasConnect this cable to a two-way splitter Connecting to a Cable Box that Descrambles All ChannelsConnecting to a Cable Box that Descrambles Some Channels S TA L L AT I O N Connect an audio cable to the VCR’s Audio OUT terminal Connecting a VCRS TA L L AT I O N Connecting a Camcorder Installing Batteries in the Remote Control Viewing the Menus Press the Power button on the remote controlTurning the TV On and Off Viewing the Menus and On-Screen DisplaysSelecting a Menu Language ANT antenna STD, HRC or IRC all cable TV Selecting the Video Signal-sourceMemorizing the Channels Press the CH button to select Auto program Storing Channels in Memory Automatic MethodPress the VOL+ or VOL- button to select Added or Erased Adding and Erasing Channels Manual MethodChanging Channels Adjusting the VolumeOr CH button repeat- edly until the correct hour appears Setting the ClockPress the Menu button to display the menu Customizing the PictureUsing Automatic Picture Settings Auto Volume Press the Menu button twice to exit Viewing a VCR or Camcorder TapePress the VOL+ or VOL- button Setting Up Your Remote Control to Operate Your VCR Customizing Your Remote ControlVCR Codes Cable Box Codes Setting Up Your Remote Control to Operate Your Cable BoxFine Tuning Channels Changing the Screen Size Using the Surf Feature Setting the On/Off Timer Press the Sleep button on the remote control Setting the Sleep TimerViewing Closed Captions Press the Menu button three times to exit Using the V-ChipSetting Up Your Personal ID Number PIN How to Set up Restrictions Using the TV guidelines How to Enable/Disable the V-ChipTV-14 TV-Y Young children TV-Y7 Children 7 and overGeneral audience Parental guidanceE C I a L FE AT U R E S General audience no restrictions Repeatedly press the CH Button to select aChapter Five Identifying ProblemsSpecifications Cleaning and Maintaining Your TVUsing Your TV in Another Country