Akai PDP4273M User manual

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
PDP4273M
42 Widescreen Plasma HDTV Monitor

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1. Safety Guidelines
Caution: Always use a power cable is properly grounded. Please use the AC cords listed
below for each area:
USA ..................... UL
Canada ................ CSA/cUL
FCC Information
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital
device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide
reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This
equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy, and if not installed
and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference will not
occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause by turning the equipment
off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of
the following measures:
- Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
- Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
- Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the
receiver is connected.
- Consult the dealer or an experienced radio technician for help.
FCC Warning
To assure continued FCC compliance, the user must the provided grounded power
supply cord and the provided shielded video interface cables to connect to this equipment.
Also, any unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment would void the user’s
authority to operate this device.
HDMI, the HDMI logo and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered
trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC.
BBE is trademark of BBE Sound, Inc.
Manufactured under license from BBE Sound, Inc.
Licensed by BBE Sound, Inc. under USP4638258, 5510752 and 5736897.
BBE and BBE symbol are registered trademarks of BBE Sound, Inc.
BBE High Definition Sound restores clarity and presence for better speech
intelligibility and musical realism.

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2. Important Safeguards
Safety of operators has been taken into consideration at the design and manufacture
phase, but inappropriate operation may cause electric shock or fire. To prevent the
product from being damaged, the following rules should be observed for the installation,
use and maintenance of the product. Read the following safety instructions before
starting the operation.
The User Manual uses the following symbols to ensure a safe operation and prevent
any damage to operators or properties:
WARNING----- Ignorance or inappropriate use may cause
damage to the product.
ATTENTION---Ignorance or inappropriate use may cause injury
to the user.
Prohibition
Warning (Attention) symbol (indicating “Electric Shock”).
Do not install the product on sloping or unstable surface:
The product may drop or tip over.
Only the marked power source can be used for the product:
Any power source other than the specified one may
cause fire or electric shock.
Keep the product away from moisture:
- Do not expose this appliance to rain or moisture.
- If water penetrates into the product, stop the operation; unplug
the connector and contact with your dealer. Continuous use in
this case may result in fire or electric shock.
Examples:
WARNING
Do not place any objects on the top of the product:
Spilled water or metal objects may cause short circuit, fire or
electric shock if they penetrate into the housing of the product.
WARNING

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Do not install the product close to smoke or moisture:
Fire or electric shock may be caused when the product is
installed close to smoke or moisture.
Do not installed the product in an area with heavy dust or
high humidity:
Fire or electric shock may be caused when the product is
installed in a place with heavy dust or high humidity.
ATTENTION
Instructions for moving the product:
Ensure that the power connector and any other leads are unplugged
before moving the product.
The power cable should be kept away from heat sources:
The heat produced by any heat source may melt the covering of the
power cable.
WARNING
Avoid using dropped or damaged appliances:
If the product is dropped and the housing is damaged, the internal
components may function abnormally. Unplug the connector
immediately and contact the manufacturer for repair. Continuous use
of the product may cause fire or electric shock.
WARNING
Do not touch the power cord during lightening:
To avoid electric shock, avoid handling the power cord during
electrical storms.
Never use a damaged power cord:
Heavy objects, heat or tensile force may damage the power cord and
cause fire or electric shock.
Do not change or open the back cover:
Removing the back cover of the product may cause fire or electric
shock.
Contact the manufacturer when inspection or adjustment is required.
Do not use the product if any abnormality occurs:
If any smoke or odor becomes apparent, unplug the connector
and contact the manufacturer immediately. Do not try to repair
the product by yourself.

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Hold the power connector when removing the power cable:
Pulling the power cable itself may damage the wires inside the cable
and cause fire or electric shock.
Do not touch the connector with wet hands:
To avoid risk of electric shock.
Insert batteries in accordance with instructions:
Insert the batteries with correct polarities (positive and negative ).
Incorrect polarities may cause breakage and leakage of the
batteries, hurt operators and contaminate the remote controller.
Do not block or cover the vents:
Blocking the vents may cause overheating and fire. Do not install the
product in a place with little or no ventilation. Never cover the vents
with towels, blankets or dusters.
Unplug the connector:
Unplug the power connector when the product will not be used
for a long time.
ATTENTION
Unplug the connector
Image Sticking:
The plasma monitor illuminates phosphor to display images. The phosphor has a finite
illumination life. After extended periods of illumination, the brightness of the phosphor
will be degraded to such extent that stationary images would burn-in that part of the
screen as grayed-out images.
Tips to prevent such image sticking are:
- Do not display static images of high contrast and high brightness for long periods.
Use of video games and computers on this product may promote burn in of images
on the screen. Many portions of video game play and computer desktops do not
refresh and will contribute to this problem.
- Do not leave stationary images appearing for long, but try to refresh them at
appropriate intervals of time, or try to move them using screen saver function.
- Turn down the contrast and brightness control.
Note:
Such “Image Sticking” constitute misuse are NOT COVERED by the manufacturer’s
warranty.
Others:
This product is designed for indoor use only and is not suitable for out door use.
The operation temperature is 5°C ~ 33°C.
Unplug the connector

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1. Read all safety instructions and the User Manual before using the product.
2. The safety instructions and User Manual should be maintained in good condition for
future reference.
3. Unplug the power connector before cleaning the product. A wet cloth is sufficient for
the cleaning of the product, never use liquid or spray cleaner for cleaning the product.
4. Always use the accessories recommended by the manufacturer to avoid any risk.
5. When moving the product from an area of low temperature to an area of high
temperature, drops of water may condense on the housing. Do not turn on the
display immediately after moving so as not to cause fire, electric shock or component
damage.
6. Do not install the product on unstable fixtures or stands. The installation of the
product should be conducted in accordance with the instructions and using the
support recommended by the manufacturer.
7. Do not remove the earthing pin on the power plug. The product is supplied with a
three-pin earthing-type power plug, this plug will only fit an earthing-type power
outlet. This is a safety feature, if you are unable to insert the plug into the outlet,
contact an electrician.
8. Avoid overloading the power cord. Using extension cables or the cords of other
appliances may cause fire or electric shock.
9. If any of the following occurs please contact the retailer:
- The power supply or connector fails.
- Liquid sprays or any object drops into the Display.
- The Display is exposed to rain or other moisture.
- The Display is dropped or damaged in any way.
- The performance of the Display changes substantially.
10. A distance of at least 1 meter should be maintained between the product and any
heat source, i.e. radiator, heater, oven, amplifier etc.
11. To avoid the risk of electric shock or component damage, switch off the power before
connecting the PDP to other devices, such as VCR, DVD or PC.
12. The power cable must be replaced when using different voltage from that specified
in the User Manual. For more information, contact your dealer.
13. Operating environment:
Temperature: 5°C~33°C
Humidity: 20% to 85% non-condensing
Atmospheric pressure: 800 to 1100hPa

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Contents
1. Before use ..................................................................................................... 7
1.1 Open the Package .........................................................................................7
1.2 Installation ......................................................................................................7
2. Product Features ........................................................................................... 8
3. Accessories .................................................................................................. 8
4. Names and Functions of Parts ..................................................................... 9
4.1 Side View .......................................................................................................9
4.2 Front View ....................................................................................................10
4.3 Rear View ....................................................................................................11
4.4 Remote Control ............................................................................................12
5. Connection to External Equipment .............................................................. 15
6. Basic Operation ........................................................................................... 18
6.1 Power ON/OFF ............................................................................................18
6.2 Selection of Input Mode ...............................................................................18
6.3 Other Function .............................................................................................19
6.4 OSD Option Adjustment ...............................................................................20
6.5 OSD Functions .............................................................................................20
1 Picture Page ...........................................................................................................20
2 Window Page .........................................................................................................22
3 Audio Page .............................................................................................................24
4 Options Page ..........................................................................................................25
5 Layout Page ...........................................................................................................30
7. Technical Specification ................................................................................ 32
8. Support the Signal Mode ............................................................................. 33
9. Cleaning and Simple Troubleshooting ......................................................... 34

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1. Before use
The product is a 42” WXGA (WXGA resolution) Plasma Display. It has passed the Class-B
EMC test and the UL and cUL safety certifications, and is ideal for both consumer and
commercial use. The product is a precise electronic product. Users should read the
following instructions carefully to maximise the performance of the product:
1.1 Open the Package
- The product is packaged in a carton together with other standard accessories. Any
optional accessories shall be packed separately in another carton.
- Due to the size & weight of the product, it is recommended that it should be moved
by a minimum of two people.
- The protective glass and the glass substrate are installed on the front of the product.
Since both glasses can be broken and scraped easily, move the product gently.
Never place the unit with the glass facing downwards unless it is protected with soft
pads.
- When opening the carton, check that the product is in good condition and that all
standard accessories and items are included.
- Whenever possible, use the handles on the back of the Display for transport.
1.2 Installation
- Please use caution if wall mounting this product. Follow all directions from the
manufacturer of the wall mount and be sure to securely fasten the product to the mount.
While the TV can be wall mounted, improper wall installation may void the warranty.
- Due to the higher power consumption, always use the jack exclusively designed for
this product. If an extended line is required, please consult with your service agent.
- The product should be installed on a flat surface to avoid tipping. The distance
between the back of the product and the wall should be maintained for proper
ventilation.
- Avoid installing the product in the kitchen, bathroom or any other places with higher
humidity so as not to shorten the service life of the electronic components.
- Please ensure the product be installed horizontally, any 90 degree clockwise or
counterclockwise installation may induce poor ventilation and subsequent component
damage.
- To protect the screen and avoid screen burn, do not hold on a static picture for a long
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2. Product Features
The 42” PDP provides quality image displays and is suitable for a variety of multimedia
applications:
1. Available input signals
- The standard PC module provides VGA (D-SUB 15 PIN) and HDMI input connectors.
The product supports PC image resolutions up to (1024 x 768@60Hz) with a vertical
frequency of 60 Hz.
- The Video module provides composite video (RCA), S-Video (DIN 5 PIN) and component
video (RCA) input connectors. It supports the quality input images of DVD and HDTV
(480p/720p/1080i). The Video module also provides six sets of stereo audio input connectors,
one set of audio output
connector (RCA) and one set of video output connector (RCA).
2. Power Management Function
The machine provides an automatic power control function.
3. Fan-free Design
The unit does not require any fans for ventilation, eliminating any bothersome noise that
may be generated. It also lowers the power consumption of the unit.
4. BBE Sound system
This unit adopts technologies of BBE which can enhance the overall sound effect and
performance of the music program.
5. Others
- PIP Function: The user can watch two programs at the same time in multiwindow. (Refer
to P31.)
- The product includes a set 15W + 15W loudspeakers.
- The Plasma unit provides warm, normal and cool color temperature options. The user
may customize their favorite color temperature.
3. Accessories
1 Stand x 1 (pre-assembled)
2 User Manual x 1
3 AC Cable x 1
4 Remote Control x 1
5 Battery (UM-4/R03P/AAA) x 2
6 Warranty Card x 1
7 Insertion Card x 1

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4. Names and Functions of Parts
4.1 Side View
- Connect the power cable to the product then connect the main plug to the wall outlet.
- Push the power switch (O: Off, I: On). The power indicator on the front of the panel
should now display red, indicating that the plasma is in standby mode.
Note: Shut down the power switch, turn on it again after the power indicator is extinguished
entirely.
Power Switch
Power Inlet