Samsung TX-P3076WH Specifications

Owner’s InstructionsDIGITAL TELEVISION...

10YOUR NEW DIGITAL TVŒAUDIO INPUT jacksUse to connect the audio signals from a camcorder or avideo game.´VIDEO1 INPUT jackUse to connect a video signa

11YOUR NEW DIGITAL TVRear Panel JacksUse the rear panel jacks to connect an A/V component that will be connected continu-ously, such as a VCR or a DVD

12YOUR NEW DIGITAL TVRemote ControlYou can use the remote control up to about 23 feet from the TV. When using the remote,always point it directly at t

13YOUR NEW DIGITAL TVRemote Control (continued)˛ADD/DELPress to add or erase channelsin the TV’s memory.◊AUTO.PROGPress to display the MemorizedChanne

14Connecting VHF and UHF AntennasIf your antenna has a set of leads that look like this, see “Antennas with 300-ohm Flat Twin Leads,” below.If your an

15Connecting Cable TVYou can connect different cable systems to your TV, including cable without a cable box,and cable with a cable box that descrambl

16INSTALLATIONCable with a Cable box that Descrambles All Channels1Find the cable that isconnected to theANTENNA OUT terminalon your cable box. Thiste

17INSTALLATION4Connect a coaxial cablebetween the ANTENNAOUT terminal on thecable box and the B–INterminal on the A/Bswitch.5Connect another cablebetw

18INSTALLATIONConnecting a VCRThese instructions assume that you have already connected your TV to an antenna or acable TV system (according to the in

19INSTALLATIONConnecting a Second VCR to Record from the TVYour TV can send out signals of its picture and sound to be recorded by a second VCR. To do

2Important Warranty InformationRegarding Television FormatViewingStandard screen format televisions (4:3, the aspect ratio of the screen width to heig

20INSTALLATIONConnecting a DVD Player Connecting to Y, PB, PRThe rear panel jacks on your TV make it easy to connect a DVD player to your TV.1Connect

21Connecting a Digital TV Set-Top Box(480p/720p/1080i) Connecting to Y, PB, PRConnect the Y, PB, and PR video outputs of the set-top box to their corr

22INSTALLATIONConnecting to DVI (Digital Visual Interface)By inputting a high-bandwidth Digital Content Protection high-definition picture source to t

23Connecting a CamcorderThe side panel jacks on your TV make it easy to connect a camcorder to your TV. They allowyou to view the camcorder tapes with

24Connecting to a Digital Audio System There are many types of audio systems on the market today.A simplified illustration of an audio system is shown

25▼3Replace the cover.Remove the batteries and storethem in a cool, dry place if you won’tbe using the remote control for along time.The remote contro

26OPERATIONChapter ThreeOPERATIONTurning the TV On and OffPress the POWER button.You can also use the POWER button on the front panel.Viewing the Menu

27OPERATIONSelecting a Menu Language2Press the ENTER button toselect “Language”.1Press the MENU button.Press the … or † buttonto select “Setup”, thenp

28OPERATIONSelecting the Antenna InputYou can connect two different signal sources by choosing the antenna input (Air or Cable).2Press the ENTER butto

29OPERATIONMemorizing the ChannelsYour TV can memorize and store all of the available channels for both “off-air”(antenna) and cable channels. After t

3A Guide to Digital TVWhat is Digital Television?Digital television (DTV) is a new way of transmitting high quality video and audio toyour TV set. Usi

30OPERATIONStoring Channels in Memory▼Press the ENTER button at anytime to interrupt the memorizationprocess and return to the Channelmenu.▼Note: The

31OPERATIONAdding and Erasing Channels To add channels that were not memorized (or to delete unwanted channels from memory):1Use the number buttonsto

32OPERATIONChanging ChannelsUsing the Channel ButtonsPress the CH or CH button to change channel.When you press CH or CH , the TV changes channels in

33OPERATIONSelecting Your Favorite ChannelsYou can store your favorite channels for each available input source (such as TV andCATV), This allows you

34OPERATIONLabeling the ChannelsUse this feature to assign an easy-to-remember label to any channel (i.e., “CBS”, “ESPN”,“PBS2”, CNN1”, etc.) A label

35OPERATION1Press the MENU button.Press the … or † buttonto select “Picture”, thenpress the ENTER button.Picture ControlYou can use the on-screen menu

36OPERATIONUsing Automatic Picture SettingsYour TV has three automatic picture settings (“Dynamic”, “Standard” and “Movie”) that arepreset at the fact

37OPERATION1Press the MENU button.Press the … or † buttonto select “Picture”, thenpress the ENTER button.Selecting the Color Tone2Press the … or † but

38OPERATION3Press the œ or √ button toselect a particular item to bechanged.Press the ▲ or ▼ button toincrease or decrease thevalue of a particular it

39OPERATIONUsing Automatic Sound SettingsYour TV has four automatic sound settings (“Standard”, “Music”, “Movie” and “Speech”)that are preset at the f

4How to View Digital TelevisionThere are three ways to watch DTV. The first is to use an integrated digital TV; one witha built-in digital television

40OPERATIONSetting the ClockSetting the clock is necessary in order to use the various timer features of the TV. Also, you can check the time while wa

41OPERATION▼The current time will appearevery time you press the INFO button.6Set the month you want by pressing the … or † button, then press the √ b

42OPERATIONOption 2: Setting the Clock Automatically The Clock can be set automatically if you are receiving a digital signal.1Press the MENU button.P

43OPERATION6Press the … or † button toselect the time zone for yourlocal area (and to move high-light to the appropriate timezone on the map of theUni

Alternate method:Simply press the TV/VIDEOor TV/COMP. button on theremote control to select anExternal Signal Source.TV/VIDEO : Video 1, Video2, Video

45OPERATION3Press the ENTER button.Press the … or † buttonto select the externaldevice: VCR, DVD, D-VHS,Cable STB, HD STB,Satellite STB, PVR STB, AVRe

46Chapter FourSPECIAL FEATURESFine Tuning Analog ChannelsThe Fine Tuning function lets you manually adjust the TV’s tuner if you have difficultytuning

Checking the Digital-Signal StrengthUnlike analog channels, which can vary in reception quality from “snowy” to clear,digital (HDTV) channels have eit

48SPECIAL FEATURES• 16:9 : Sets the picture to 16:9 wide mode. • Panorama : Use this mode for the wide aspect ratio of a panoramic picture.• Zoom 1 :

49SPECIAL FEATURESDNIeTM(Digital Natural Image engine)(TX-P3076WH)Samsung’s New Technology enables an improved image with detail, contrast and whiteen

5Q&A1.Is the antenna I use for existing TV reception good enough for DTV?Over-the-air (OTA) digital TV broadcasting uses the same channels as anal

50SPECIAL FEATURESTiltDue to the Earth’s magnetic field there may be some minor image tilt depending onthe TV’s location. When this occurs, follow th

51SPECIAL FEATURESUsing the R.Surf FeatureThis feature allows you to set the TV to return to a particular channel after a certainamount of time. For e

52SPECIAL FEATURES1Press the MENU button.Press the … or † buttonto select “Sound”, thenpress the ENTER button.2Press the … or † button toselect “Auto

53SPECIAL FEATURES1Press the MENU button.Press the … or † buttonto select “Sound”, thenpress the ENTER button.2Press the … or † button toselect “BBE”,

54SPECIAL FEATURES1Press the MENU button.Press the … or † buttonto select “Sound”, thenpress the ENTER button.2Press the … or † button toselect “Multi

55SPECIAL FEATURESWhen an Analog Signal is received Depending on the particular program being broadcast, you can listen to Mono, Stereo or aSAP.▼Quic

56SPECIAL FEATURESChoosing a Digital Sound Format Digital sound can be output from the rear-panel connector on your TV. The digital soundoutput is opt

57SPECIAL FEATURES6Press the … or † button toadjust “Hour”, then press the √button to move to the next step.Set other items using the samemethod as li

58SPECIAL FEATURESSetting the Sleep TimerThe sleep timer automatically shuts off the TV after a preset time (from 30 to 180 minutes).1Press the MENU b

59SPECIAL FEATURES4Press the … or † button toselect “Enter New PIN”,then press the ENTER button.V-Chip Lock : On √TV Parental Guidelines √Movie Rating

6CONTENTSChapter 1: Your New Digital TV . . . . . . . . . .8List of Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

60SPECIAL FEATURESPassword Error:• If you forget the password, re-do steps 1~2. At step 3, when the display asks you to enter the current password,pre

61SPECIAL FEATURESHow to Set up Restrictions Using the “TV Parental Guidelines”Parental restrictions can be set up using either of two methods: The TV

62SPECIAL FEATURES1Press the MENU button.Press the … or † button toselect “Setup”, then pressthe ENTER button.2Press the … or † button toselect “V-Chi

63SPECIAL FEATURESImportant Notes About Parental Locks Explanation of the MPAA and TV (FCC) Rating Systems:TV (FCC) Age-Based RatingsTV-MAMature audie

64SPECIAL FEATURES3Press the ENTER button.Press the … or † buttonto select “On”, then pressthe ENTER button.Viewing Closed CaptionsSetting Up Analog C

65SPECIAL FEATURES3Press the ENTER button.Press the … or † buttonto select “On”, then pressthe ENTER button.Setting Up Digital Captions (On-Screen Tex

66SPECIAL FEATURES5Press the ▲ or ▼ button toselect the option(Service,Size, Style, Foreground orBackground) you want.Caption Service :This option con

67SPECIAL FEATURESMenu Transparency LevelAdjusts the transparency of the menu screen.2Press the … or † button toselect “Menu Transparency”,then press

68SPECIAL FEATURESSetting the Function HelpDisplays help on the menu functions.2Press the … or † button toselect “Function Help”, thenpress the ENTER

69SPECIAL FEATURESNote • Depending on your STB(Set Top Box), the picture size may vary.Setting the DVI StandardWhen your set top box is connected thro

7CONTENTSChapter 3: Operation (Cont.) . . . . . . . . . . . .40Setting the Clock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

70SPECIAL FEATURESElectronic Program GuideYour TV has an “Electronic Program Guide” to help you navigate through all the possible viewing options. The

71SPECIAL FEATURESUsing the Electronic Program Guide2Press the … or † buttonto select “DefaultGuide”, then press theENTER button.1Press the MENU butto

72SPECIAL FEATURESViewing Information about a Single Channel2Press the … or † buttonto select “Mini Guide”,then press the ENTERbutton.4Press the Blue

73SPECIAL FEATURESViewing Information about ChannelsDisplays the program time and content for all channels. This function is availableonly when the pr

74SPECIAL FEATURESReminder ListReminded Viewing ListIf you have made a scheduled viewing list of programs you would like to see, the channel will be a

75SPECIAL FEATURESTo view the Reminder List2Press the … or † buttonto select “Reminder List”,then press the ENTERbutton.1First, select the channelyou

76SPECIAL FEATURES1Turn off your VCR(orDVD).2Press the MODE button and make sure that the VCR (or DVD) LED isilluminated.3On your Samsung remote contr

77SPECIAL FEATURES▼4Enter 3 digits of the cable box code listed on the 78 page for your brandof cable box.Make sure you enter 3 digits ofthe code, eve

78SPECIAL FEATURESCable Box CodesVCR CodesNote: The remote control might not be compatible with all DVD Players, VCRs, and Cable boxes.DVD Codes

79If 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 yo

8YOUR NEW DIGITAL TVList of FeaturesYour Samsung TV was designed with the latest technology. This TV is a high-performanceunit that includes the follo

80APPENDIXCleaning and Maintaining Your TVWith proper care, your TV unit will give you many years of service. Please follow theseguidelines to get the

MEMO

MEMO

MEMO

9YOUR NEW DIGITAL TVFamiliarizing Yourself with Your New TVFront/Side Panel ButtonsThe buttons on the front/side panel control your TV’s basic feature