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USER’S MANUAL (1/2)
(Specification and Part Names)
42” WIDE PLASMA DISPLAY
P42VHA30W/P42HHA30W
Contents
Page
• Accessories ······················································ E-2 Before Use
• Safety Precautions ··············· User’s manual (2/2)
• Part Names and Functions ······················· E-3–E-5
Usage
• Installation ······················································· E-6
• Handy Tips ···························· User’s manual (2/2)
• Options·······································
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ACCESSORIES CHECKING ACCESSORIES One remote control Two AA batteries Two user’s manuals One power cable Two big ferrite Two small ferrite cores cores CONNECTING THE DISPLAY TO EXTERNAL EQUIPMENT Carefully check the terminals for position and type before making any connections. Loose connectors can result in picture or color problems. Make sure that all connectors are securely inserted into their terminals. Ferrite cores These ferrite cores are used to attenuate undesired signals. Two big ferr
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PART NAMES AND FUNCTIONS DISPLAY SECTION – FRONT 1 Power indicator lamp (Right section) This lamp shows the state of the power supply. Lit (red): Stand-by Lit (green): Power ON Lit (orange): Power saving (DPMS: Power saving function) mode ON. (Please refer to E-30 of the User's Manual(2/2).) Flashing (red or green): Malfunction (Flashes differently depending on the type of malfunction.) 2 Remote control signal receiver Receives signals from the remote control. 3 Input mode selector button [MODE
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PART NAMES AND FUNCTIONS (Continued) Back and bottom 1 /I power switch When pressed while in the “OFF” state, the power indicator lamp lights and the display is placed in the “ON ” state, and the power can be turned “ON” or “OFF” by the remote control or on the control panel of the display. When pressed while in the “ON ” state, the power indicator lamp goes out and the display is placed in the “OFF” state where power is still partly supplied. 2 RS-232C terminal (RS-232C) This terminal is provid
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9 Audio3 input terminal (AUDIO3 INPUT) 0 Audio2 input terminal (AUDIO2 INPUT) A Audio1 input terminal (AUDIO1 INPUT) Connect this terminal to the audio output terminal of your VCR, etc. (See the User’s manual (2/2) for the selection of audio input for video input.) B External speaker output terminal (EXT SP) Connect this terminal to the optionally available speaker. When connecting a cable, attach a ferrite core to the cable. (See P. E-2.) *See the speaker instruction manual for more information
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INSTALLATION To prevent the display’s internal components from overheating, make sure that the display is installed in a well-ventilated location. Be sure to use the optional desktop stand, ceiling-mounting unit, wall-mounting unit and other unit when installing this display. Also, be sure that your dealer performs the installation. See the appropriate instruction manual for more information on the installation hardware you select. To ensure proper heat radiation, provide at least as much space
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OPTIONS Wall-mounting Bracket 0° to 15° mounting angle P-WB4201 Ceiling unit 0° to 15° mounting angle P-CT4200 Desktop Stand unit P-TT4200 Speaker P-SP4200 (1 set of 2 speakers) Desktop Speaker Stand P-ST4200 (1 set of 2 speakers stands) *When installing an option, make sure that all installation requirements for that option (as given in the relevant instruction manual) are met. *The colors of options do not match the display colors perfectly. *To improve the function and performance of optional
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MAIN SUPPORTED SIGNALS This display can store the latest four types of signals for RGB adjustment value. The fifth input signal will replace the adjustment value of the first input signal. To do this, select a desired signal and follow the instructions in “Adjusting Screen Position and Size” on the User’s manual (2/2) to adjust the parameters. When you finish, the settings will be automatically stored. Thus, when the display receives that signal, pictures will be displayed in accordance with t
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SPECIFICATION Model P42VHA30W P42HHA30W Screen size 42" wide screen: 42" wide screen: 92.1 cm (W) x 51.8 cm (H) (105.7 cm diagonal) 92.2 cm (W) x 52.2 cm (H) (106.0 cm diagonal) 36.3 inch (W) x 20.4 inch (H) (41.6 inch diagonal) 36.3 inch (W) x 20.6 inch (H) (41.7 inch diagonal) Aspect ratio 16:9 (wide) Weight 30 kg / 66 lbs Outer dimensions 103.7 (W) x 64.2 (H) x 8.5 (D) cm 40.8 (W) x 25.3 (H) x 3.3 (D) inch (does not include outer projections) Power supply 110–240 VAC 50/60 Hz Current rating
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USER’S MANUAL (2/2) (Precautions and Adjustment Methods) WIDE PLASMA DISPLAY Contents Page Before Use • Safety Precautions ···························································································· E-2–E-3 Usage • Handy Tips ·················································································································E-4 • Connecting the Display to External Equipment·············································· E-5–E-8 • Using the Remote Control ············
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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS IMPORTANT INFORMATION IMPORTANT CAUTION: The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle TO PREVENT THE RISK OF ELECTRIC an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user is intended to alert the user to the presence of SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR to the presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage” important operating and maintenance (servicing) BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS within the product’s enclosure that
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12) 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 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
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HANDY TIPS RECEPTACLE Make sure that the power cable’s grounding wire is grounded. The display comes with a 3-prong power plug; one prong is connected to the grounding wire. If you have only a 2-hole receptacle, you will need to have it replaced. Contact your dealer for more information. •Have the display inspected and cleaned by your dealer at regular intervals. • Pictures may become “burnt” into the screen phosphors if the screen is left on for extended periods. To ensure that the display h
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CONNECTING THE DISPLAY TO EXTERNAL EQUIPMENT EXAMPLE OF CONNECTION TO EXTERNAL COMPONENTS Be sure to turn OFF the power to the display and external equipment before making any connections. No cables are supplied with the display for connection to external equipment. The type of cable to be used varies depending on the PC model. Contact your dealer for more information. Speaker (optional) Speaker Display Remote control VCR or other external components See P. VCR Satellite tuner PC DVD playe
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CONNECTING THE DISPLAY TO EXTERNAL EQUIPMENT (Continued) VCR • Connect the video signal cable to either the S-video input terminal or the video input terminal. To video output To S-video output To S-video input To audio outputs To audio inputs To video input Bottom of Display Note • Unplug the power cord from the AC outlet before you connect external components. • Also refer to the instructions for the component to be connected. * When inputting voice see “Selecting input terminals (page E-30)”
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DVD PLAYER • Connect the video signal cable to the component video input terminal, S-video input terminal, or the video input terminal. • If the component to be connected is equipped with component video output terminal, it is recommended to connect to the component video terminal. To component video output To video output To video input To S-video output To S-video input To audio outputs To audio To component inputs video input Bottom of Display SATELLITE TUNER • Connect the video signal cable
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CONNECTING THE DISPLAY TO EXTERNAL EQUIPMENT (Continued) PC • As the cable for connecting a PC differs with the PC model, please consult your dealer for information on the right cable to purchase. •The PC can be connected to either the front side or the rear side, whichever is most convenient. To RGB output (DVI-D) To RGB output (mD-sub) To audio output To RGB2 To audio To RGB1 input input input (DVI-D) (mD-sub) Bottom of Display Note • Unplug the power cord from the AC outlet before you connec
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USING THE REMOTE CONTROL REMOTE CONTROL For details, see page . 1 button 2 MUTE button Switches between power ON and standby Temporarily mutes the audio. state. 5 PICTURE MEMORY button 3 DISPLAY OFF button Recalls the PICTURE MEMORY. For showing on-screen-information. 6 WIDE button 4 PICTURE MODE button Switches the screen over to a desired wide Switches the picture mode. screen. 7 RGB input mode selector button 8 RGB3/VIDEO4 input mode selector [RGB 1 – 2] button [RGB3/VIDEO4] Selects RGB
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USING THE REMOTE CONTROL (Continued) PUTTING BATTERIES IN THE REMOTE CONTROL 1 To remove the cover, slide it 2 Place two AA batteries in the 3 Close the cover until it snaps into outwards while pressing it down. remote control. Make sure that the place. batteries are properly oriented. PRECAUTIONS To prevent malfunction, be sure not to apply any form of severe shock to the remote control. To prevent malfunction or deformation, be sure not to allow the remote control to become wet; also, keep it
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EFFECTIVE RANGE FOR THE REMOTE CONTROL Point the remote control at the display’s signal receiver when using it. Make sure that there are no obstacles between the remote control and the display’s signal receiver. Upper 20° 20° Lower Display – side Left Right 30° 30° 5 m (Front) Display – front Information The remote control may not function properly if you use a high-frequency fluorescent lamp. If you experience problems, move the lamp or use the remote control from a different position. E-11 P
