Hisense TA42P40M User manual

TA42P40M
USER'S MANUAL
COLOR PLASMA DISPLAY TV
Part No: IES030928
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Important safety instructions................................ .......... .......... .......... .......... .......... .....1
Brief operating instructions ................................. .......... .......... .......... .......... .......... .....3
Learning about your new TV ................................ .......... .......... .......... .......... .......... .....5
Selecting a location for the TV .............................. .......... .......... .......... .......... .......... .....6
Connecting your TV ........................................ .......... .......... .......... .......... .......... .....6
Connecting to A / V equipments......................... .......... .......... .......... .......... .......... .....6
Connecting to a computer .............................. .......... .......... .......... .......... .......... .....7
Connecting to an antenna .............................. .......... .......... .......... .......... .......... .....7
Connecting to a cable converter box .................... .......... .......... .......... .......... .......... .....8
Using the remote control.................................... .......... .......... .......... .......... .......... .....9
Preparing the remote control for use.................... .......... .......... .......... .......... .......... .....9
Learning about the remote control...................... .......... .......... .......... .......... .......... .....10
Using the TV features....................................... .......... .......... .......... .......... .......... .....11
Understanding the TV features ......................... .......... .......... .......... .......... .......... .....11
Basic operations........................................ .......... .......... .......... .......... .......... .... 11
Using the PRESET menu............................... .......... .......... .......... .......... .......... .... 13
Using the PICTURE menu ............................. .......... .......... .......... .......... .......... .....13
Using the SOUND menu ............................... .......... .......... .......... .......... .......... .....14
Using the CLOCKSETUP menu ....................... .......... .......... .......... .......... .......... .....14
Using the FUNCTION menu ........................... .......... .......... .......... .......... .......... .....14
Using the CCD/VCHIP menu .......................... .......... .......... .......... .......... .......... .....16
Appendix ................................................... .......... .......... .......... .......... .......... .....18
Cleaning and care ...................................... .......... .......... .......... .......... .......... .....18
Troubleshooting ....................................... .......... .......... .......... .......... .......... .....19
Specifications .......................................... .......... .......... .......... .......... .......... .....20
Limited Warranty ....................................... .......... .......... .......... .......... .......... .....21
This is an IEC safety class I product and must be grounded for safety.
SAFETY CLASS
Please read all the safety and operating instructions carefully before you begin.
WELCOME TO THE BRIGHT VIVID OF HISENSE PLASMA TVAND WORLD
Dear customer,
Thank you for purchasing this Plasma Display TV. We wish you many years of viewing pleasure. The goal of this manual
is to guide you through setting up and operating your TV as quickly as possible.
CONTENTS

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
CAUTION
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELEC-
TRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE
COVER(OR BACK).NO USER-
SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED
SERVICE PERSONNEL.
The lightning flashwith arrowhead symbol,within an
equilateral triangle isintended to alertthe user tothe
presence of uninsulateddangerous voltage withinthe
product s enclosure thatmay be ofsufficient magnitude
to constitute arisk of electricshock.
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The exclamation pointwithin an equilateraltriangle is
intended to alertthe user tothe presence of important
operating and maintenance(servicing)instructions in
the literature accompanyingthe TV.
CAUTION: Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance with
the FCC Rules could void the users authority to operate this equipment.
WARNING: TOPREVENT FIRE ORSHOCK HAZARD, DONOT EXPOSE THISAPPLIANCE TORAIN OR MOISTURE.
1. READ THESEINSTRUCTIONS
2. KEEP THESE INSTRUCTIONS
3. HEEDALL WARNINGS
4. FOLLOWALL INSTRUCTIONS
6. CLEAN ONLY WITH DRY CLOTH
Unplug the TVfrom the walloutlet before cleaning.Do not useliquid cleaners oraerosol cleaners. Usea damp cloth
for cleaning.
5. DO NOTUSE THIS APPARATUS NEAR WATER
Do not usethis TV nearwater. Forexample, do not use near abathtub, washbowl, kitchensink, or laundry tub, in awet
basement, or neara swimming pool,and the like.ThePlasma Monitor shallnot be exposedto dripping orsplashing. No
objects filled withliquids, such asvases, shall beplaced on thePlasma Monitor.
7. DO NOTBLOCK ANYVENTILATIONOPENINGS. INSTALL INACCORDANCE WITHTHE MANUFACTURERS
INSTRUCTIONS.
Slots and openingsin the cabinetback or bottomare provided forventilation, to ensurereliable operation ofthe TV andto
protect it fromoverheating. These openingsmust not beblocked or covered.The openings shouldnever be blocked by
placing the TVon a bed,sofa, rug, orother similar surface.This TV shouldnever be placednear or over a radiator orheat
resource. This TVshould not beplaced in abuilt-in installation suchas a bookcaseor rack unlessproper ventilation
is provided orthe manufacturer's instructionshave been adheredto.
9. DO NOTDEFEAT THE SAFETY PURPOSE OF THEPOLARIZED OR GROUNDING-TYPEPLUG. APOLARIZED PLUG
HAS TWO BLADESWITH ONE WIDERTHAN THE OTHER.A GROUNDING TYPE PLUGHAS TWO BLADESAND A
THIRD GROUNDING PRONG.THE WIDE BLADEOR THE THIRDPRONG ARE PROVIDED FOR YOUR SAFETY. IF THE
PROVIDED PLUG DOESNOT FIT INTO YOUR OUTLET,CONSULTAN ELECTRICIAN FOR REPLACEMENT OFTHE
OBSOLETE OUTLET.
8. DO NOTINSTALL NEAR ANYHEAT SOURCES SUCH AS RADIATORS, HEAT REGISTERS, STOVES, OR OTHER
APPARATUS (INCLUDE AMPLIFIERS) THAT PRODUCE HEAT.

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10. PROTECT THEPOWER CORD FROMBEING WALKEDON OR PINCHEDPARTICULARLY AT PLUGS, CONVENIENCE
RECEPTACLES, AND THEPOINT WHERE THEYEXIT FROM THEAPPARATUS.
11. ONLY USE ATTACHMENTS/ACCESSORIES SPECIFIED BYTHE MANUFACTURER.
12. USE ONLY WITH CART,STAND, TRIPOD, BRACKET, OR TABLE SPECIFIED BY
THE MANUFACTURER,OR SOLD WITHTHE APPARATUS. WHEN ACART IS USED,
USE CAUTION WHENMOVING THE CART/APPARATUS COMBINATIONTO AVOID
INJURY FROMTIP-OVER.
Do not placethis TV onan unstable cart,stand, tripod, bracket,or table. TheTV may
fall, causing seriousinjury to someone,and serious damageto the appliance.An TV
and cart combinationshould be movedwith care. Quickstops, excessive force,and
uneven surfaces maycause theTV andcart combination tooverturn.
13. UNPLUG THISAPPARATUS DURING LIGHTNINGSTORMS OR WHEN UNUSED
FOR LONG PERIODSOF TIME.
For added Protectionfor this TVreceiver during alightning storm, orwhen it isleft
unattended and unusedfor long periodof time, unplugit from thewall outlet and
disconnect the antennaor cable system.This will preventdamage to theTV due to
lightning and powerline surges.
14. REFERALL SERVICING TO QUALIFIEDSERVICE PERSONNEL.SERVICING ISREQUIRED WHEN THEAPPARATUS
HAS BEEN DAMAGEDIN ANYWAY,SUCH ASPOWER-SUPPLYCORD OR PLUGIS DAMAGED, LIQUIDHAS BEEN
SPILLED OR OBJECTSHAVE FALLEN INTO THE APPARATUS, THEAPPARATUS HAS BEENEXPOSED TO RAIN OR
MOISTURE, DOES NOTOPERATE NORMALLY, OR HASBEEN DROPPED.
15. WetLocation Marking -CANADA
Worded: ThePlasma Monitor shallnot be exposedto dripping orsplashing. No objects filled with liquids,such as
vases, shall beplaced on thePlasma Monitor.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Brief Operating Instructions
1.Connection
Connect the antenna lead or CATV cable or external equipments(such as Antenna, Cable TV ,VCD,DVD,
VTR,Set top box,etc.)to the corresponding terminals or interface on the TV rear(please refer to the
owner s manual of the equipment to be connected as well)and confirm that the signal source is available
and works normally.
2.The remote control
Open the back battery cover on the remote control and install two AAA size batteries and then close
the battery cover.
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3.Switching on/off
1)Connect the TV to power outlet, the power indicator will flicker and then turn blue. About 10 seconds later,
TV picture will display on the screen.
2)Press the power switch or the [POWER] button on the remote control to turn off the TV.
4.Signal source selection
Press the number [1-9]button or [ ] button to selectTV input; press the[VIDEO] button to selectVIDEO input;
press the [S-VIDEO] buttonto select S-VIDEO input;press the [ YCbCr]button to select YCbCrinput; press the
[ YPbPr] button toselect YPbPr input; pressthe [PC] button toselect PC input.
5.Air/Cable selection
Youcan select the signalreceiving method according tothe following steps:
1) Press the [MENU]button to enter themain menu.
2) Press the [ or ] button to select the itemPRESET, and press the
[ >] to enterPRESET menu.
3) Press the[ or ] button to select the itemRF INPUT.
4) Press the [< or >] buttonto change the item from amongAir,
CATV(STD),CATV(HRC) and CATV(IRC).
6.Channel search
1) Press the [MENU]button to enter themain menu.
2) Press the [ or ] button to selectthe item PRESET, and press the
[ >] to enterPRESET menu.
3) Press the [ or ] button to select the itemAuto-search.
3) Press the [< or >] buttonto start auto-searching.
7.Picture adjustment
1) Press the [MENU] button to enter the main menu.
2) Press the [ or ] button to select the item Picture, and press the
[ >] to enter Picture menu.
3) Press the [ or ] button to select the item you want to adjust.
4) Press the [ < or >] button to adjust the level.
8.Sound adjustment
1) Press the [MENU] button to enter the main menu.
2) Press the [ or ] button to select the item Sound, and press the
[ >] to enter Sound menu.
3) Press the [ or ] button to select the item you want to adjust.
4) Press the [ < or >] button to adjust the level.
Note: All buttons mentioned above are on the remote control unless indicated otherwise.
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POSITION
SKIP
RF INPUT
AUTO_SEARCH
PRESET
OFF
CATV(STD)
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VOLUME
TREBLE
BASS
BALANCE
MONO
SOUND
BTSC
PICTURE
BRIGHTNESS
CONTRAST
SHARPNESS
COLOR
COLOR TEMP Cool
HUE
POSITION
SKIP
RF INPUT
AUTO_SEARCH
PRESET
OFF
CATV(STD)
Select Set Previous
Select Set Previous
Select Set Previous
Brief Operating Instructions

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Learning about your new TV
Youcan operate yourTV by usingthe buttons onthe front panelor the remotecontrol. The terminalson the
back panel provideall the connectionsyou will needto connect otherequipment to yourTV.
Front Controls
MENU TV/AV VOL CH
MENU TV/AV VOL CH
Note: The above figures are for reference only, please refer to the actual units to determine their appearance.
Back Connections