Maxent MX-42HPM20 User manual

Owners Manual
Plasma Flat Panel
42” PDP Monitor

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Important Safety Instructions
WARNING
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
WARNING: To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not remove the front or back covers.
No user-serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to qualified service personnel only.
The lightning flash with arrow-head
within a triangle is intended to inform
the user that parts inside the product
are a risk of electric shock.
The exclamation point within a triangle
is intended to tell the user that important
operating and servicing instructions are
explained.
Warnings & Precautions
Read these insturctions.
Keep these instructions.
Heed all warnings.
Follow all instructions.
Do not use this apparatus near water.
Clean only with dry cloth.
Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instruction.
Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators. Heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including
amplifiers) that produce heat.
Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type.Apolarized plug has two blades with
one wider than the other.Agrounding type plug has two blades and third grounding prong. The wide blade or
the third prong are provided for you safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an
electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.
Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and
the point where they exit from the apparatus.
Only use attachments/ accessories specified by the manufacturer.
Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the manufacturer, or sold with the
apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/ apparatus combination to avoid injury
fromtip-over.
Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.
Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged
in amy way, such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen
into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has
beendropped.
Attention, consult accompanying documents with respect to electric Shock,
The symbol in figure shall be shown adjacent to the text of time 12 above.
Special Notices
Certain programs may be copyrighted and any unauthorized recording in whole or in part may be in violation
of copyright laws in the U.S. and Canada.
FCC/CSA regulations state that any unauthorized modifications to this display may void user authority to
operate it.

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Important Safety Instructions
Avoid overhead power lines. An outdoor antenna system should not be placed in the vicinity of overhead
power lines, electric lights, or power circuits. When installing an outdoor antenna, be careful to not touch
any power lines or circuits as contact with these lines can be fatal.
Do not insert any foreign objects through the ventilation openings to the display. It may touch dangerous
voltage points or damage parts.
If an outdoor antenna or cable system is connected to the display, be sure the antenna or cable system is
grounded to provide some protection against voltage surges and static charge buildups. Section 810 of the
National Electrical Code,ANSI/NFPANo.70-1984, provides information about proper grounding of the mast
and supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in wire to an antenna discharge unit, size of grounding
conductors, location of antenna discharge unit, connection to grounding electrodes, and requirements for the
groundingelectrode.
If this display is equipped with separate speakers, please remove the speakers prior to moving the display.
Moving the display with the speakers attached may cause damage or injury.
Disconnect the unit from the main supply and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the follow-
ing conditions:
-Power cord or plug is damaged or frayed.
-Liquid has been spilled into the product and/or the unit has been exposed to water or moisture.
-Unit does not operate normally when the operating instructions are not followed.Adjust only those
controls that are covered by the operating instructions, improper adjustment of other controls may result
in damage which often requires extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the unit to normal
operation.
-Unit has been dropped or the cabinet has been damaged.
-Unit exhibits a distinct change in performance, indicating a need for service.
Cleaning & Maintenance
Disconnect from the electric outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners. Use only a slightly
damp cloth for cleaning.
Special Warranty Information
Cell Defects
Although the display panels are produced with more than 99% percent active cells, there may be some cells
that do not produce light or remain lit. This is considered normal and not a manufacturer defect.

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Regulatory Notice
FCC Statement
The Federal Communications Commission Radio Frequency Interference Statement includes the following
warning:
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 to radio
communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation.
If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television receptions, which can be determined by
turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the
followingmeasures:
-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/TV technician for help.
Warning
User must use shielded signal interface cables to maintain FCC compliance for the product. Provided with this
display is a detachable power supply cord with IEC320 style terminations. It may be suitable for connection to
any UL Listed personal computer with similar configuration. Before making the connection, make sure the
voltage rating of the computer convenience outlet is the same as the monitor and that the ampere rating
of the computer convenience outlet is equal to or exceeds the monitor voltage rating. For 120 Volt applications,
use only UL Listed detachable power cord with NEMA configuration 5-15P type (parallel blades) plug cap. For
240 Volt applications use only ULListedDetachable power supply cord with NEMAconfiguration 6015P type
(tandem blades) plug cap.
IC Compliance Notice
This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment Regula-
tions of ICES-003.
Cet appareil Numerique de classe B respecte toutes les exigences du Reglemont NMB-03 sur les equipements
produisant des interferences au Canada.
Notice de Conformit IC
Cet appareil numerique de classe B respecte toutes les exigences du Reglement ICES-003 sur les equipements
produisant des interferences au Canada.

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Important Safety Instructions ...................................................................................................................2
Special Notices.................................................................................................................................2
Warnings & Precautions ...................................................................................................................2
Cleaning & Maintenance ...................................................................................................................3
Special Warranty Info........................................................................................................................3
RegulatoryNotice ....................................................................................................................................4
Getting to Know YourDisplay ..................................................................................................................7
Package Contents ............................................................................................................................8
Front Panel Controls ......................................................................................................................... 9
Rear Panel Connections ................................................................................................................... 10
RemoteControl.................................................................................................................................11
Display Connections ...............................................................................................................................13
Connecting a VCR ............................................................................................................................14
Connecting aDVD............................................................................................................................. 15
Connecting a Set-Top Box ................................................................................................................17
ExternalAudio Connections.............................................................................................................. 18
Connecting a PC ..............................................................................................................................19
RS-232Connection...........................................................................................................................21
Basic Operations.....................................................................................................................................25
PoweringOn/Off................................................................................................................................26
ChangeInputs................................................................................................................................... 26
VolumeAdjustment...........................................................................................................................27
On-ScreenDisplay Menu .................................................................................................................. 28
On-Screen StatusDisplay................................................................................................................. 29
Understanding Widescreen Modes ....................................................................................................30
ChangingAspect Ratios.................................................................................................................... 31
Picture Controls ...................................................................................................................................... 33
Adjusting Picture Settings................................................................................................................. 34
Picture-in-Picture ..............................................................................................................................36
Noise Reduction ...............................................................................................................................38
Imagie Shift ...................................................................................................................................... 39
Adjusting Screen Size ......................................................................................................................40
Picture Mode ....................................................................................................................................41
Quick Access Menu .........................................................................................................................42
Sound Controls .......................................................................................................................................43
Adjusting Sound Settings ................................................................................................................. 44
Using Surround Sound ......................................................................................................................45
Built-in Amplification (Speaker).........................................................................................................47
Fixed / VariableAudio Output ........................................................................................................... 48
Advanced Functions ................................................................................................................................49
SleepTimer ...................................................................................................................................... 50
OSDMenu Language ........................................................................................................................50
Full White ......................................................................................................................................... 51
PowerSaveMode............................................................................................................................. 52
Multi-Color ........................................................................................................................................52
InformationDisplay............................................................................................................................53
Advanced Functions Setup ............................................................................................................... 54
UnderstandingHDTV .........................................................................................................................55
Appendix.................................................................................................................................................57
Troubleshooting ................................................................................................................................58
Wall Mount InsturctionsGuide ..........................................................................................................59
Specifications................................................................................................................................... 61
Index ................................................................................................................................................63
Table of Contents

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Table of Contents

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Getting to Know
Your Display
Flat Panel Monitor

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Getting to Know Your Display
Package Contents
Flat Panel Display RemoteControl Batteries
UserManual
Warranty Card
Power Cord Quick StartGuide

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Getting to Know Your Display
Front Panel Controls
IR Sensor
Status LED
Volume Adjustment Buttons
Use these buttons to adjust volume up and down.
These keys also serve as navigation and adjustment
keys when On ScreenDisplay menu is engaged.
Select Buttons
Use these buttons to navigate through the On Screen
Display menu.
Menu Button
Use this button to engage the On Screen Display menu.
Input Button
Use this button to switch between available inputs.
Orange - Standby (Power OFF) with AC
power detected.
The LEDwill illuminate in orange color if the
monitor is shut-off but the main power cord
is plugged into the back of the unit.
Solid Green - Power ON
Power (Standby) Button
Turns power on/off from standby mode.

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Rear Panel Connections
Composite / S-Video Inputs
Connect Composite or S-Video signals from
external sources such VCRs or DVDplayers.
Component Video Inputs
Auto-detecting component video inputs (Y/Pb/Pr
or Y/Cb/Cr) for connecting to the component
output of a DVDplayer or Set-Top Box.
Audio Output
Variable or fixed audio output for connecting to
an external audio amplifier.
RGB Input
Connect to RGB output of computer or Set-Top
Box.
Digital HDMI Inputs
Connect to the digital video signals from a
Set-Top Box .
RS-232 Connector
Connect to a computer serial port.
Getting to Know Your Display

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Getting to Know Your Display
Remote Control
Standby Power On/Off
Push this button to turn on the monitor from Standby
mode. Push it again to turn off to Standby mode.
Number Keypad
These keys are not applicable to this monitor.
Input Select
Press to select input signal modes sequentially.
Sound Mute On/Off
To switch the sound off and back on again.
Smart ID
This key is not available for this monitor.
Display
Press to show the status of the monitor.
WIDE
Toggles between various aspect ratio settings.
Select Up/Down
Press to navigate through the On ScreenDisplay menu.
Volume/Adjust Up/Down
Press to turn volume up or down. These keys also serve
as navigation and adjustment keys when On Screen
Display menu is engaged.
Menu
Engages the OSD menu.
Quick Access Menu
Engages QuickAccess menu.
Recall
Recalls default picture settings.
PIP (Picture-in-Picture Button)
Turns on PIP (Picture-in-Picture) feature under HDMI
input mode. Press it again to turn off PIP feature.
PIP Source
Changes the input source of the PIP sub-window among
AV/Component input sources.
Swap
This key is not applicable to this monitor.
PIP Position
This key changes the PIP sub-window to 4 different
corner locations.
Note:
RGB 2 direct input key is not applicable to this monitor.
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Remote Control (con’t)
Closed Captioning
Turns on Closed Captioning Mode.
Picture Mode
Press to select Picture Modes sequentially.
3D Digital COMB
Filter Direct key. Turns 3DDigital Comb Filter on and off.
Sleep Timer
Engages Sleep Timer settings.
Direct Input Selection Keys
Directly change input signal selection by pressing the
appropriate key.
Discrete Power ON/OFF
Press OFF to send monitor into standby mode. Press
ONto power on from standby mode.
Getting to Know Your Display
Battery Installation
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Display
Connections
Flat Panel Monitor

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Using Composite Input
Display Connections
Connecting a VCR
Using S-Video Input
Connect the red (R) and white (L) audio output
from the VCR to the R and L audio input
located next to the S-Video connector.
Note:
There are two sets of S-Video inputs
provided.
For TV Channels setup please refer to VCR
user manual for details.
Connect the S-Video (4-pin DIN) connector
from the VCR to the S-Video input on the back
of monitor.
Connect the Video (yellow) out connector from
the VCR to the Video (yellow) input on the back
of monitor.
Connect the red (R) and white (L) audio output
from the VCR to the R and Laudio input located
next to the Video (yellow) connector.
Note:
There are two sets of composite inputs
provided.
For TVChannels setup please refer to VCR
user manual for details.
Ant. In
Antenna
Ant. In
Antenna

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Display Connections
Connecting a DVD
Using Component Video Input
There are two sets of component video inputs provided. You can use either set of component inputs to connect
your DVD.
Connect the green-colored (labeled as Y) jack
from the DVD to the green-colored jack of the
monitor.
Connect the red-colored (labed as PRor CR)
jack from the DVDto the red-colored PR/CRjack
of the monitor.
Connect the blue-colored (labed as PBor CB)
jack from the DVDto the blue-colored PB/CBjack
of the monitor.
Connect the red (R) and white (L) audio jacks
from the DVD to the R and L audio-in jacks
located next to the PR/CRconnector.
Note:
There are two sets of component inputs
provided.

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Display Connections
Using S-Video Input
Connect the red (R) and white (L) audio jacks
from theDVD to the R and L audio-in jacks
located next to the S-Video connector.
Note:
There are two sets of S-Video inputs
provided.
Connect the S-Video (4-pin DIN) connector from
the DVD to the S-Video input on the back of
monitor.
Using Composite Input
Connecting a DVD (con’t)
Connect the Video (yellow) out connector from
the DVDto the Video (yellow) input on the back
of monitor.
Connect the red (R) and white (L) audio-out
jacks from theDVD to the R and Laudio-in jacks
located next to the Video (yellow) connector.
Note:
There are two sets of composite inputs
provided.

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Display Connections
Using RGB Input
Connecting a Set-Top Box
Using Component Video Input
There are two sets of component video inputs provided. You can use either set of component inputs to connect
your Set-Top Box. Some HDTVSet-Top Boxes may not have a Component Video output. Instead, use RGB
input method.
Connect the green-colored (labeled as Y) jack
from the Set-Top Box to the green-colored jack
of the monitor.
Connect the red-colored (labed as PRor CR)
jack from the Set-Top Box to the red-colored
PR/CRjack of the monitor.
Connect the blue-colored (labed as PBor CB)
jack from the Set-Top Box to the blue-colored
PB/CBjack of the monitor.
Connect the red (R) and white (L) audio jacks
from the Set-Top Box to the R and L audio-in
jacks located next to the PR/CRconnector.
Connect the 15-pin D-Sub RGB connector from
the back of the HDTV Set-Top Box to the RGB-
INConnector located on the back of the
monitor.
Connect the red (R) and white (L) audio-out
jacks from the HDTV Set-Top Box to the R and
L audio-in jacks located next to the RGB
connector.
Notes:
Some HDTV Set-Top Boxes may not have a RGB output. Use Component Video input or HDMI input
method if this is the case.
Upon connecting your HDTV Set-Top Box to the RGB input of the monitor, it may be necessary to
adjust various picture settings on the monitor to correctly match the output of the HDTV Set-Top Box.
This is caused by the different video timings set by various HDTV Set-Top Box manufacturers.

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Display Connections
External Audio Connections
Connecting to an External Amplifiers
Note:
The AUDIO OUT RCA jacks can be set to
either Fixed orVariable audio output levels.
This monitor can be connected to an external
amplifier using the AUDIO OUT jacks located
on the back of the monitor.
Connect the red (R) and white (L)AUDIO OUT
jacks from right side of the connector panel to
the external amplifier.
Using HDMI Input
Notes:
Some HDTV Set-Top Boxes may not have a HDMI output. Use ComponentVideo input or RGB input
method if this is the case.
Upon connecting your HDTV Set-Top Box to the HDMI input of the monitor, it may be necessary to
adjust various picture settings on the monitor to correctly match the output of the HDTV Set-Top Box.
This is caused by the different video timings set by various HDTV Set-Top Box manufacturers.
Connect the HDMI connector from the back of
the HDTVSet-Top Box to the HDMI Connector
located on the back of the monitor.
Connecting a Set-Top Box (con’t)
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HDM
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HDMI Cable

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Display Connections
Connecting a PC
Using RGB Video Input
Connect the red (R) and white (L) audio jacks
from the PC to the R and L jacks located next
to the RGB connector.
For most PCs, connect the 15-pin D-Sub RGB
connector from the back of the PC to the RGB-
INConnector located on the back of the
monitor.
Note:
A RGB loop-out labeled RGB Out will allow
another RGB monitor to be connected. The RGB
loop-out will display the same signal as the RGB
In signal source.
Audio
(3.5 mm Mini-Stereo to RCA cable)
RGB Cable
(15 Pin D-Sub)
Setting Up Your Monitor Using Plug and Play
This monitor adheres toVESAPlug and Play standard to eliminate complicated and time consuming setup of
monitors. This monitor identifies itself to the computer and automatically sends the PC its Extended
Display IdentificationData (EDID) usingDisplayData Channel (DDC) protocols.
How to Set up Your PC for Use with Monitor (Windows)
The display settings for a typicalWindows-based computer are shown below; however, actual screens on your
computer will differ depending on the version of Windows and video card equipped with the computer. Even
though the actual screen may look different from example displayed below, basic set-up routine will apply in
most cases.
Go to Window’s CONTROL PANEL by clicking:
START, SETTINGS, CONTROL PANEL. The
CONTROLPANELWindow is displayed.
Select theDISPLAY icon from this window.

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Connecting a PC (con’t)
Display Connections
TheDISPLAY PROPERTIES dialog box is
displayed. Select the SETTINGS tab to display
your computer’s video output settings.
Set the “Screen Resolution” settings to 1024x768
PIXELS. For COLOR QUALITY, select 32 BIT
COLOR (might also be expressed as 16 million
colors).
If a vertical-frequency option exists, set the value to
60 or 60 Hz.
Click OK to complete the setting.
Note:
Both screen position and size will vary, depending on the type of PC graphics card and its resolution
selected.
Supported Resolutions
This monitor supports the following resolutions
Note:
This monitor does not support Macintosh resolutions.
Resolution with is only available for 42” ED Monitor.
Resolution with is only available for 42” HD Monitor.
Resolutions with are type of video signal.
Horizontal Vertical
Frequency Frequency DotRate Vertical Horizontal
Dot x Line (KHz) (Hz) (MHz) Polarity Polarity
720 x 400@70Hz 31.469 70.087 28.322 + -
640 x 480@60Hz 31.469 59.940 25.175 - -
852 x 480@60Hz 31.413 59.835 30.000 - -
800 x 600@60Hz 37.879 60.317 40.000 + +
1024 x 768@60Hz 48.363 60.004 65.000 - -
1280 x 1024@60Hz 63.981 60.020 108.000 + +
720 x 480p@60Hz 31.469 59.940 27.000 - -
1280 x 720p@60Hz 45.000 60.000 74.250 + +
1920 x 1080i@60Hz 33.750 60.000 74.250 + +
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