Color Plasma Display Monitor Model PD1 42PMA400E CMP4202E CMP4121HDE USER MANUAL MANUEL UTILISATEUR BEDIENUNGSANLEITUNG MANUAL DE USUARIO MANUALE D'USO The stand is an option. Le socle est en option. Der Stander ist Sonderzubehor. Il supporto di appoggio è un accessorio opzionale. El soporte es opcional. READ THE INSTRUCTIONS INSIDE CAREFULLY. KEEP THIS USER MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE. For future reference, record the serial number of your monitor. SERIAL NO. The serial number is located on the rear of the monitor. This monitor is ENERGY STAR ® compliant when used with a computer equipped with VESA DPMS. The ENERGY STAR ® emblem does not represent EPA endorsement of any product or service. As an ENERGY STAR ® Partner, Hitachi,Ltd. has determined that this product meets the ENERGY STAR ® guidelines for energy efficiency. USER'S MANUAL Thank you very much for purchasing the HITACHI Plasma Display Monitor. Before using your monitor, please carefully read the "SAFETY GUIDELINES" and this "USER'S MANUAL" so you will know how to operate the monitor properly. Keep this manual in a safe place. You will find it useful in the future. Notes on lnstallation Work: This product is marketed assuming that it is installed by qualifed personnel with enough skill and competence. Always have an installation specialist or your dealer install and set up the product. HITACHI cannot assume liabilities for damage caused by mistake in installation or mounting, misuse, modification or a natural disaster. Note for Dealers: After installation, be sure to deliver this manual to the customer and explain to the customer how to handle the product. ENGLISH FEATURES Large-screen, high-definition plasma display panel The 42-inch color plasma display panel, with a resolution of 1024 (H) x 1024(V) pixels, creates a high-definition, large-screen (aspect ratio : 16:9) and low-profile flat display. Free from electromagnetic interferences from geomagnetic sources and ambient power lines, the panel produces high-quality display images free from color misconvergence and display distortion. CONTENTS FEATURES ....................................................2 SAFETY GUIDELINES ..................................3 STANDARD ACCESSORIES ..........................7 Component Names ......................................8 Main Unit..............................................................................8 Remote controller ................................................................9 Loading Batteries ................................................................9 Handling the Remote Controller ..........................................9 Multimedia input support Two mini D-sub terminals have been provided for RGB input. It is possible to switch between RGB signals and component signals* from the Menu screen; therefore, use is possible with equipment ranging from personal computers to imaging devices. A speaker output terminal has also been provided. * It is possible when the VIDEO unit of an option is inserted. INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS ................10 Installation..........................................................................10 Anti-tumble measures........................................................10 Connecting to a PC ..........................................................11 Connecting to a Video Imaging Device ............................12 Power Cord Connection ....................................................13 Mounting the Video Unit ..................................................13 Mounting the Speaker Unit ..............................................13 Multiscan converter and Flexible Control LSI A wide range of personal computer signals can be handled, from 640 x 400, 640 x 480 VGA to 1600 x 1200 UXGA. OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS ....................14 Turning Power On and Off ................................................14 Input Switching ..................................................................15 Volume Adjustment............................................................15 Audio Mute ........................................................................15 Size Switching ..................................................................16 Displaying Two Screens ....................................................16 Input Signal Screen Display ..............................................16 Automatic Adjustment of Screen Position and the Clock ..17 Independent Operation of Multiple Monitors ....................17 Using the Menu Screen ....................................................17 PICTURE MENU ................................................................18 SOUND MENU ..................................................................19 DISPLAY MENU ................................................................20 FUNCTION MENU ............................................................22 OTHER MENU ..................................................................23 Easy-to-use remote controller and on screen display system The remote controller included eases the work of setting display controls. Further, the on-screen display system, displays the status of signal reception and display control settings in an easy-to-view fashion. Power saving system The International ENERGY STAR® power saver feature saves power consumption automatically when input signals are not available. When connected to a VESA DPMS-compliant PC, the monitor cuts its power consumption while it is idle. About the Optional Video Unit The following functions can be obtained by connecting the optional video unit. (1) A composite/S terminal and component terminal have been added. A composite video output terminal is also provided for use as a loop-through function. (2) A wide range of devices other than personal computers can also be connected. (3) A component input is attained at a D-Sub terminal (RGB1, RGB2). (4) The SCART signal of the European standard becomes possible. OTHER FEATURES ....................................24 Automatic Store ................................................................24 Signal Check ....................................................................24 Power Save Mode..............................................................25 Options Ask your local retail dealer for further details. 1. Desktop stand: CMPAD05 2. Wall-mount unit: Horizontal mount: CMPAK05 Vertical/horizontal mount: CMPAK15 These are brackets used to mount this device on a wall. 3. Ceiling-suspension unit: CMPAT05 4. Plasma monitor speaker: CMPAS04 (width:10.2mm)] This is a two-way speaker with one 2.5cm dome type tweeter and two 8cm round type woofers. 5. Video unit: CMPAV14 An expansion unit for viewing video with this device. TWO SCREEN TABLE..................................25 IMAGE RETENTION OF PLASMA DISPLAY ......26 NOTES ........................................................26 TROUBLESHOOTING ..................................27 Symptoms That Seemingly Appear to be Failures ............27 Actions to Correct Abnormal Displays ..............................29 PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS ......................30 Signal Input........................................................................31 Recommended Signal List ................................................31 Notes about This Manual · The information in this manual is subject to change without notice. · While meticulous care has been taken in the preparation of this manual, you are requested to notify your dealer or us should you have any comments, views or questions about our product. · Fully understand the prerequisites to using the product, such as hardware and software specifications and constraints, in using the product. We are not held liable for damages caused by improper handling of the product. · Reproduction of this manual in whole or in part without our prior written permission is prohibited. · The product names mentioned in this manual may be trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective owners. SAFETY GUIDELINES ENGLISH This monitor is designed to be safe to use. However, fire or serious injury may occur unless you use this monitor in the proper way. Please follow the instructions shown below in order to avoid injury. Keep the safety guideline Do not use the monitor if it fails If you find something unusual , * If smoke comes out, * If there is a strange smell, * If water enters the case, * If you drop the monitor or damage the cabinet, (1) Turn off the monitor (2) Disconnect the power plug from the mains (3) Request repair Warning and Caution are indicated in this guide and monitor itself. WARNING CAUTION Fire or electric shock may cause death or serious injury unless you follow the instruction. Electric shock or other accidents may cause serious injury or damage of your properties. WARNING Fire or electric shock may cause death or serious injury unless you follow the instruction below. · If something smells strange or smoke comes from the monitor: Turn off the monitor and disconnect the power plug from the mains immediately. Contact service center after confirming that the smoking has stopped. If you continue to operate the monitor with such abnormal condition, it may cause fire or you may receive an electric shock. · Do not drop water or a foreign substance on to the monitor. If you drop water or a foreign substance on to the monitor, it may cause fire or an electric shock. If it happens turn off the monitor and disconnect the power plug from the mains and ask service center for instruction. · Do not put the monitor on an unstable place. If you put the monitor on an uneven or unstable place, it may fall down and you may be injured. Put the monitor on a flat surface strong enough to take the weight. · Do not apply shock to the monitor. · Do not use monitor if glass is broken or damaged. If there is no picture appearance, broken glass , smoking or something smells after applying shock to the monitor, turn off the monitor and disconnect the power plug from the mains immediately. Then, call the service center. If you continue to operate the monitor with such abnormal conditions, it may cause fire or you may receive an electric shock. · Do not disassemble or modify the monitor. There is high voltage portion inside of the monitor. Disassembling or modification of the monitor may cause fire or electric shock. · Do not use the monitor in wet environment. If you use the monitor in a wet place such as bath or shower room, it may cause fire or electric shock. · Do not damage or modify the power cord. If you put something heavy on the power cord or pull, squeeze, heat the cord, it may be damaged and it may cause fire or electric shock. If the power cord is damaged, call service center. Cord Clamp YELLOW. The wire coloured BLUE must be connected to the terminal marked with the letter N or coloured BLUE or BLACK. 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