Samsung TX-R2728

YOUR NEW TV

Side Panel Jacks

You can use the side panel jacks to connect an A/V component that is used only occa-

sionally, such as a camcorder or video game. (For information on connecting equipment,

see page 18.)

AUDIOINPUT jacks

Used to connect the audio signals from a cam-

corder or video game.

VIDEO INPUT jack

Used to connect a video signal from a camcorder

or video game.

Contents

Main Important Warranty Information Regarding Television Format Viewing C Chapter 1: Your New TV . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Chapter 2: Installation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Chapter 3: Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 C Chapter 4: Special Features. . . . . . . . . . . . . 39 Chapter 5: Troubleshooting. . . . . . . . . . . . . 62 Appendix . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63 Chapter One List of Features Accessories Familiarizing Yourself with The TV Page Page Page Page Chapter Two Connecting VHF and UHF Antennas Connecting Cable TV To connect to a cable TV system, follow the instructions below. Page Page Follow the instructions in Viewing an External Signal Source to view your VCR tape. A coaxial cable is usually included with a VCR. (If not, check your local electronics store). Connecting a VCR Make sure the jacks you are using are underneath the number 2. Connecting an S-VHS VCR Connecting a Second VCR to Record from the TV Note: For an explanation of Component video, see your DVD player's owner's manual. (The VCR input jacks might be either on the front or on back of the VCR.) Connecting a DVD Player The rear panel jacks on your TV make it easy to connect a DVD player to your TV. Connecting a Camcorder Installing Batteries in the Remote Control Chapter Three Turning the TVOn and Off You can also use the POWER button on the front panel. Plug & Play Feature Note: Plug & Play feature doesnt work when in the AV mode. The display identifies the current channel and the status of certain audio-video settings. Viewing the Menus and On-Screen Displays Selecting a Menu Language Memorizing the Channels Storing Channels in Memory (Automatic Method) Adding and Erasing Channels (Manual Method) Changing Channels Use the number buttons to quickly tune to any channel. Labeling the Channels Note: You cannot select Name in the AV mode. Setting the Clock Option 1: Setting the Clock Manually Option 2: Setting the Clock Automatically The Clock can be set automatically if you are receiving a digital signal. Certain broadcasts may not transmit the correct time. In this case, set the time manually. Page Customizing the Picture After adjusting an item, the gauge will automatically disappear (after about 10 seconds). Using Automatic Picture Settings Adjusting the Volume At any time, you can temporarily cut off the sound using the MUTEbutton. Customizing the Sound Using Automatic Sound Settings Viewing an External Signal Source Setting the Signal Source Assigning Names to External input mode Chapter Four Changing the Color Tone Changing the Screen Size Quick way to access the Screen size: Just press the P.SIZE button on the remote control. Digital Noise Reduction Pressing the or button will alternate between On and Off. Tilt Using the R.Surf Feature Choosing a Multi-Channel Sound (MTS) Soundtrack The text at the bottom of the menu tells you if the incoming audio is Mono, Stereo or SAP. Quick way to access the MTS: Just press the MTS button on the remote control. Extra Sound Settings (Auto Volume, Turbo Sound or Pseudo Stereo) Setting the On/Off Timer To deactivate the On timer, select Off during this step. Setting the Sleep Timer The sleep timer automatically shuts off the TV after a preset time (from 30 to 180 minutes). Setting the Preferred Volume Level The preferred volume can be set for when the timer automatically turns on the TV. Using the V-Chip Setting Up Your Personal ID Number (PIN) How to Set up Restrictions Using the TV guidelines How to Enable/Disable the V-Chip Page How to Set up Restrictions using the MPAA Ratings:G, PG, PG- 13, R, NC-17, X How to Set up Restrictions Using the Canadian English How to Set up Restrictions Using the Canadian French How to Reset the TV after the V-Chip Blocks a Channel (Emergency Escape) Viewing Closed Captions Pressing the or button will alternate between On and Off. Setting the Blue Screen Mode Setting The On/Off Melody You can hear clear a melody sound when the TV is powered On or Off. Viewing the Demonstration Customizing Your Remote Control VCR Codes Remote Control Codes Cable Box Codes DVD Codes Chapter Five T Identifying Problems M M A Cleaning and Maintaining Your TV Using Your TV in Another Country Specifications