Planar PDP42HD User manual

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Important Information
Warning: To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this product to rain or
moisture.
Caution: To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not remove cover (or back).
No user-serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to qualified service
Personnel.
Note to CATV system installer: This reminder is provided to call CATV system Installer’s
attention to Article 820-40 of the National Electrical Code (Section 54 of Canadian Electrical
Code, Part 1), that provides guidelines for proper grounding and, In particular, specifies that
the cable ground shall be connected to the grounding system of the building as close as to
the point of cable entry as practical.
Caution: FCC/ CSA regulations state that any unauthorized changes or modifications to this
equipment may void the user's authority to operate it.
Important: One Federal Court has held that unauthorized recording of copyrighted TV
programs is an infringement of U.S. copyright laws. Certain Canadian programs may also be
copyrighted and any unauthorized recording in whole or in part may be in violation of these
rights.
FCC Information
The FCC Radio Interface 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. When such interference to radio or television reception occurs, the user
will be required to correct the interference at own expense. The interference may be
correctly using one or more of the following measures:
-Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
-Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
-Connect the equipment into an different outlet from the receiver.
FCC Warning
To maintain FCC compliance for the product the user must use shielded signal interface
cables and UL approved
CAUTION
Risk of electric
shock. Do not open.

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Safety Precautions
1. Read these instructions.
2. Keep these instructions.
3. Heed all warnings.
4. Follow all instructions.
5. Do not use this apparatus near water.
6. Clean only with dry cloth.
7. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer's
instructions.
8. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other
apparatus(including amplifiers) that produce heat.
9. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized
plug has two blades with wider than the other. A grounding type plug has two blades and a
third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong are provided for your safety. If the
provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an eletrician for replacement of the
obsolete outlet.
10. Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs,
convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.
11. Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.
12. Use only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table sprecified by the manufacturer, or
sold with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus
combination to avoid injury from tip-over.
13. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.
14. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the
apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged,
liquid has been spilled or objects have gallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been
exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.
15. Apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing and no objects fill with liquids,
such as vases, shall be placed on the apparatus.

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Table of Contents
Product Features………………………………………………………..……………………5
Package Content……………………………………………………………………………..6
Standard Accessories……………………………………………………………….6
Optional Accessories………………………………………………………………..7
Plasma Display………………………………………………………………………………..8
Front Panel…………………………………………………………………………….8
Rear Panel……………………………….…………………………………………….9
Setting Up the Plasma…………………………………………………………………….10
Getting Started………………………………………………………………………10
Video/Audio Connection………………………………………………………….11
External Speaker…………………………………………………………………….12
Other Connections………………………………………………………………….13
Front Panel Controls……………………………………………………………….14
Remote Control………………………………………………………………………………15
Overview……………………………………………………………………………….15
Inserting Batteries………………………………………………………………….16
Precaution……………………………………………………………………………..16
Using the Remote Control……………………………………………………….17
OSD Functions……………………………………………………………………………….19
OSD Menu Overview………………………………………………………………19
OSD Menu Operation……………………………………………………………..20
Parental Control…………………………………………………………………………….25
V-Chip Setup…………………………………………………………………………25
Change Password………………………………………………………………….28
Close Caption………………………………………………………………………………..29
Using Close Caption……………………………………………………………….29
Specification………………………………………………………………………………….30
Factory Setting………………………………………………………………………………31
Troubleshooting…………………………………………………………………………….32
Care and Maintenance……………………………………………………………………35

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Product Features
42 inch Plasma Display: With 720p native resolution (1024 x 768).
D-Sub 15 VGA Input: Allow user to connect computer to the plasma and use the
plasma as computer monitor.
Input Signals
Component Video (YCbCr/ YPbPr)
Composite Video
S-Video
RGB (D-Sub 15pin)
Digital DVI
RS232 Communication Port (D-Sub 9pin)
TV Tuner Built-in
16:9 Enhancement: Widescreen technology that maximizes picture quality when
playing widescreen enhanced video.
Channel Memory: Allow user to add and remove channel according to the personal
preference.
Picture in Picture: User may simultaneously watch two images from different video
sources
Parental Control: V-Chip technology allows parents to block unsuitable programming
for under age viewers.
Digital Visual Interface (DVI): To accommodate a DVI-D interfaces.
3-D Digital Comb Filter: Enhances color purity of Composite Video and S-video input
sources, reducing cross-color artifacts like dot crawl and moiré.
Color Temperature: With 3 options of user selectable color temperature allowing user
to optimize the image.
TV Tuner Built-in: Built-in NTSC tuner to receive conventional analog broadcasts;
de-interlacing circuit with 3:2 pull down converts interlaced analog sources to
progressive-scan display, significantly improving picture quality
Wide Viewing Angle: Over 160 degrees (horizontal and vertical) viewing angle.
Built-in TV and TV Audio Out: Outputs TV video/audio signal to other device.
Built-in Speakers: Stereo speakers built-in with 2 watts per channel.
Built-in Screen Move: Screen move feature to decease chances of screen burn.
(1) an optional set-top HDTV receiver box is required to receive digital signals
Package Content

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Standard Accessories
Plasma Stand Video/Audio Cables
Remote Control /AAA Battery S-Video cable
User Manual D-Sub 15 Video Cable
Power Cable
Optional Accessories

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Speakers Speaker Stand
Wallmount

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Plasma Display
Front Panel
Indicator Light Remote Control
Sensor
Infrared Receiver: Receives infrared signals from the remote control. Aim the remote
control within 30 degree left and right.
Indicator Light: This LED light is to indicate the main power status.
Indicator (Amber): Standby mode
Indicator (Blue): Power ON mode
Desktop Stand: Desktop stand comes as standard accessory. Allowing user to set the
plasma on the table.

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Rear Panel
Video Connection Interface: Video connection includes Component Video,
Composite Video, S-video, DVI, D-Sub 15, TV Tuner, and Video/Audio Out.
Main Power Switch: Master power switch to switch the plasma between Power Off
mode and Standby mode.
Power Input Jack: Power source for the plasma.
External Speaker Line Out: Allow user to connect external speakers to the plasma.
Video/Audio Connection
Interface
Power Input Jack
External Speaker
Line Out
Main Power Switch

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Setting Up the Plasma
Getting Started
Power Input Jack: Auto switch power supply accepts input of 110 V~240 V. Use only
UL approved power cord with proper grounding.
Main Power Switch: Turn the switch to on position before initial use of the plasma
unit. “-” Indicate on and “Ο” indicate off. When the switch is on the LED will turn to
amber color.

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Video/Audio Connection
Composite Input: For connect to composite video output on DVD Player, VCR or any
other device with composite video connection.
S-Video Input: For connect to DVD Player, VCR or any other device with s-video
connection.
Component Video Input: For connect to DVD player, DTV receiver or any other
device with component connection.
Composite/S-Video Audio: Audio input for the composite and s-video sources.
Component Audio: Audio input for the component Y/Cb/Cr and Y/Pb/Pr sources.
PC Audio: Audio input for the PC source with RCA connectors.
TV Video/Audio Out: Output TV video and audio signal to other device.

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External Speaker
External Speaker Line Out: External
speaker output. Please refer to the drawing for
the connection details. It is strongly
recommend using only Planar Accessories for
the performance and safety purpose.
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Other Connections
DVI: Stands for Digital Visual
Interface. Use for high quality PC
Display.
D-Sub: Regular analog RGB
connection for PC. Use D-Sub 15
VGA Cable.
RF: RF inputs that connects to
the antenna, cable box, or CATV
cable. Supports NTSC TV system
with 125 channels receivable.
RS-232: D-Sub 9 Serial port for communication between PC and plasma.

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Front Panel Controls
Standby/On: Power on the plasma or change to Standby mode.
Channel Up/Down:
Changing channel under TV mode
Select options under OSD menu.
Select: Switching between signal sources. The signal sources selection is in a loop.
Composite-Video ÆS-Video ÆComponent-VideoÆTV ÆRGB ÆDVI
Volume Up/Down:
Adjust volume by pressing “W” to decrease the volume and “X” to increase the
volume.
Change configurations under the OSD menu.
Menu: Display the OSD menu.
Menu Volume Up/Down
or Ente
r
Channel Up/Down Standby/On
Select

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Remote Control
Overview
1. Power Button
Turn the Plasma on or Standby.
2. Scaling Button
Adjust image aspect.
3. Display Button
Display the TV information.
4. Audio Swap Button
Switch audio between main display and PIP display.
5. Swap Button
Switch video between main display and PIP display.
6. PIP Position Button
Adjust PIP display position.
7. PIP Size Button
Adjust PIP display size
8. PIP Input Button
Activate picture in picture and select picture in picture signal
input source
9. Quick+/Quick- Buttons
Shortcut for access the plasma features.
10. Zoom +/- Buttons
Zoom in and out on the image.
11. Auto Button
Auto adjusts.
12. Freeze Button
Pause the image
13. MTS Button
Switch between Mono, Stereo, and SAP
14. Exit Button
Exit the OSD menu or displayed information.
15. Menu Button
OSD menu.
16. Up/Down/Left/Right Buttons
Press to select the OSD items.(Right Buttons also defined as “ENTER” key)
17. Channel Up/Down Buttons
Change TV channel.
18. Recall Button
Recall previous channel.

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19. Mute Button
Mute the volume
20. Volume Up/Down Buttons
Change the volume.
21. Numbers Buttons
Number keys for channel selection.
22. Sleep Button
Sleep timer.
23. TV Button
Switch to TV mode.
24. YCbCr Button
Switch to YCbCr mode.
25. AV Button
Switch to composite mode.
26. PC Button
Switch to PC mode.
27. YPbPr Button
Switch to YPbPr mode.
28. S-Video Button
Switch to S-Video mode.
Inserting Batteries
Remove the battery cover from the back of the remote control.
Insert two AA batteries by matching + and – sign on both battery to the diagram inside
the remote control battery compartment.
Replace the battery back cover.
Precaution
Always make sure to have the batteries install correctly. Incorrectly installation can
cause damage to the remote control.
Always replace the batteries in pair. Do not mix the old battery with new ones. Be sure
to use the same type of batteries.
Remove the batteries when knowing the remote control will not be used for an
extended period of time to avoid damage from possible battery leakage.
To ensure normal operation, the remote control should not be drop or damage in any
way.

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Using the Remote Control
Power Button: Press Power button to turn the TV on. The LED indicator will turn to
blue. Press again to turn the TV into standby mode. The LED indicator will turn to amber.
Scaling Button: Press repeatedly to change image to different aspects. Aspects
include Full, Fill Aspect Ratio, 4:3 to 16:9, LB to 16:9, LB Subtitles to 16:9.
Display Button: Press to enable information display such as TV channel and source of
connection. Press again to turn off the display.
Audio Swap Button: Press to exchange the main audio signal source with PIP audio
signal source.
Swap Button: Press to exchange the main video signal source with PIP video signal
source.
PIP Position Button: Press to select 9 different PIP icon positions.
PIP Size Button: Press to select 3 different PIP icon sizes.
PIP Input Button: Activate PIP by pressing PIP Input button to select desired video
input. To turn off PIP by keep pressing PIP Input button until the PIP window disappear. PIP
source cannot be the same with main video source.
Quick+/Quick- Buttons: Shortcut to access the Brightness, Contrast, Volume, Treble,
Bass, and Balance adjustment. Make selection by pressing + and – and use Volume
Up/Down to change the setting. Press repeatedly to circle through the selections.
Zoom +/- Buttons: Zoom in on the image by pressing Zoom + button and press
Zoom – button to zoom out.
Auto Button: When the image is not even or not in the center of the screen under PC
mode, press Auto button for auto adjustment.
Freeze Button: Freeze button allows user to temporarily pause current image. Press to
freeze the image. Press again to restore the picture.
MTS Button: Press MTS button to select Mono, Stereo, and SAP (Second Audio
Program) under TV mode.
Exit: Press to exit the OSD menu.

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Menu Button: Press to access OSD menu for features adjustment.
Up/Down/Left/Right Buttons:
Press Up/Down/Left/Right buttons to select the options under OSD menu.
Press Right button to change the setting.
Channel Up/Down Buttons:
Press Channel Up/Down buttons to switch to TV mode when under video mode.
When TV is PIP input source, user may press Up/Down or Number buttons to
change channel directly.
Recall Button: Press to jump back and forth between two channels.
Mute Button: Press to mute the volume. Press again to restore the volume.
Volume Up/Down Buttons:
Press Volume Up button to increase the volume.
Press Volume Down button to decrease the volume.
Number Buttons: Use Number buttons to choose specific channel. For example when
choose channel 27, first press 2 and then press 7. When choose 101, first press +100 and
then press 1.
Sleep Button: Press the sleep button repeatedly to set the sleep timer to 30, 60, 90,
and 120 minutes.
TV Button: Press to switch directly to the TV mode. Also can press Up/Down buttons
to switch to TV mode.
YCbCr Button: Press to switch directly to Component YCbCr mode.
AV Button: Press to switch directly to Comosite mode.
PC Button: Press to switch directly to PC mode. Press again to change between D-Sub
15 and DVI mode.
YPbPr Button: Press to switch directly to Component YPbPr mode.
S-Video Button: Press to switch directly to S-Video mode.

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OSD Functions
OSD Menu Overview
PC Mode
Display Image Audio
Language and
Color
Temperature
OSD Info Video Format
Reset Image Scaling Mute Language OSD Position Format
Brightness Volume Color
Temperature
OSD Timeout PIP Set
Contrast Treble Red OSD
Background
Advance
H. Position Bass Green System Reset Power
Management
V. Posi ti on ∗Balance Blue
Phase Adjust ∗
Clock Adjust ∗
∗Note: This function is only available under analog RGA.
Video Format PIP Set TV Channel Setup
Audio/Video Mode
Display AV System Audio
Language and
Color
Temperature
OSD Information Video Format
Reset Format AUTO Mute Language OSD Position Format
Brightness NTSC-M Volume Color
Temperature
OSD Timeout Advance
Contrast NTSC-Japan Treble Red OSD Background PIP Set
Saturation PAL Bass Green System Reset TV Channel Setup
Hue SECAM Balance Blue
Sharpness Scaling
Video Format
Resolution
V. Freq.
H. Freq.
PIP Signal
Video Format
PIP Size
PIP Source
PIP Position
PIP Brightness
PIP Contrast
PIP Saturation
PIP Swap
Video Format
TV Source
Channel Auto Search
Channel Edit
Channel Add/Erase

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OSD Menu Operation
1. How to Operate?
Press Menu button to enter OSD Menu. Refer to the picture above; there are six icons
on the top and seven options to choose from. For the top icons, icon highlighted in
yellow is the one being selected. To change to different icon simply press Menu button
repeatedly until correct icon is being selected. To access the options simply press
Up/Down button until reaches the correct option and then use Right buttons to change
the settings.
2. Display
PC Video
The Reset function works the same under both PC mode and Video mode. Use Reset
function to recall factory setting.
When under PC mode, user may adjust Brightness, Contrast, H/V Position, Phase,
Clock, and Reset.
When under Video mode, user may adjust Brightness, Contrast, Saturation, Hue,
Sharpness and Reset.