CMP4221 USER'S MANUAL Thank you very much for purchasing the HITACHI Plasma Display Monitor. Before using your monitor, please carefully read the "SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS" 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. 1 ENGLISH IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS SAFETY POINTS THAT YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT YOUR HITACHI PLASMA MONITOR Our reputation has been built on the quality, performance, and ease of service of HITACHI Plasma monitor. Safety is also foremost in our minds in the design of these units. To help you operate these products properly, this section illustrates safety tips which will be of benefit to you. Please read it carefully and apply the knowledge you obtain from it to the proper operation of your HITACHI Plasma monitor. The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated "dangerous voltage" within the product's enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons. CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE THE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance. WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS MONITOR TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. THE MONITOR SHOULD NOT BE EXPOSED TO DRIPPING OR SPLASHING AND OBJECTS FILLED WITH LIQUIDS, SUCH AS VASES, SHOULD NOT BE PLACED ON THE MONITOR. There are no user serviceable parts inside the monitor. Model and serial numbers are indicated on the rear side of the monitor. NOTE: CAUTION: Adjust only those controls that are covered in these instructions, as improper changes or modifications not expressly approved by HITACHI could void the user's authority to operate the monitor. MODIFICATIONS: The FCC requires that the user be notified that any changes or modifications made to this device, that are not expressly approved by HITACHI America, Ltd. Home Electronics Division may void the user's authority to operate the equipment. POWER SOURCE THIS MONITOR IS DESIGNED TO OPERATE ON 100-240 VOLT 50/60Hz, AC CURRENT. INSERT THE POWER CORD INTO A 120 VOLT 60Hz OR 240 VOLT 50Hz OUTLET. TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT USE THE MONITOR'S (POLARIZED) PLUG WITH AN EXTENSION CORD, RECEPTACLE, OR OTHER OUTLET UNLESS THE BLADES AND GROUND TERMINAL CAN BE FULLY INSERTED TO PREVENT BLADE EXPOSURE. NEVER CONNECT THE MONITOR TO DIRECT CURRENT OR ANYTHING OTHER THAN THE SPECIFIED VOLTAGE. CAUTION: Never remove the back cover of the monitor as this can expose you to very high voltages and other hazards. If the monitor does not operate properly, unplug the monitor and call your authorized dealer or service center. 2 ENGLISH Follow all warnings and instructions marked on this monitor. IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Read before operating the appliance Follow all warnings and instructions marked on this monitor. 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 a dry cloth. 7. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with 17. The Shock Hazard Marking and Associated Graphical Symbol is provided on the bottom panel of the unit. 18. This appliance is designed to comply with the recommended safety standards for tilt and stability. product to overturn, resulting in damage to the product and/or personal injury. 19. Follow instructions for wall, shelf, or ceiling mounting as recommended by the manufacturer. 20. An outdoor antenna should not be located in the vicinity of overhead power lines or other electrical circuits. 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 groundingtype plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one 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 electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet. 10.Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched, particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and at the point where they exit from the apparatus. 11.Only use the attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer. 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 when a power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped. 15.To Reduce the Risk of Fire or Electric Shock, Do not Expose This Appliance To Rain or Moisture. 16.Apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing and no objects filled with liquids, shall not be placed on the apparatus. Do not place any objects on top of the monitor. They may fall or cause a child to climb up to retrieve the objects. Disposal of this product may require specific instructions pertaining to your resident state. For disposal or recycling information, please contact your local authorities or the Electronic Industries Alliance: www.eiae.org. CAUTION: PREVENTION OF SCREEN BURN IN Continuous on-screen displays such as video games, stock market quotations, computer generated graphics and other fixed (non-moving) patterns can cause permanent damage to the monitor. Such "SCREEN BURN IN" constitute misuse and are NOT COVERED by your HITACHI Factory Warranty. PUBLIC VIEWING OF COPYRIGHTED MATERIAL Public viewing of programs broadcast by TV stations and cable companies, as well as programs from other sources, may require prior authorization from the broadcaster or owner of the video program material. 3 ENGLISH Do not pull the cabinet with excessive force. Doing so can cause the Important Please read this User's Manual thoroughly, especially the Safety Instructions on Page 4 to 7. Mis-use may cause damage to your plasma monitor, which could shorten its lifespan, or cause injury to yourself. Should you encounter any difficulty in the set-up or operation of your monitor, firstly refer to the Troubleshooting guide at the rear of this manual. In the unlikely event of a problem occurring with your plasma monitor, switch off at the mains sockets, pull out the plugs, and contact your dealer immediately. CARACT ÉRISTIQUES FEATURE 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. CAUTION Under no circumstances remove the rear cover of your plasma monitor. Never guess or take any chances with electrical equipment of any kind - it is better to be safe than sorry! Software Notice It is prohibited for the end user of this product to copy, reverse engineer or reverse compile the software included therein, save to the extent permitted by law. A wide range of input signals can be handled, including composite, component, and HDMI. High Definition Digital processor creates the fine-textured image with dynamic contrast. In addition, a wide range of personal computer signals can be handled, from 640 x 400, 640 x 480 VGA to 1600 x 1200 UXGA. (RGB Analog input) Plasma monitor After the plasma monitor has been on for any length of time, you will notice that the screen becomes warm. Please note that this is normal. Sometimes the screen might have some tiny bright or dark spots. Please note that this is normal. Easy-to-use remote control and on screen display system The remote control 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. CAUTION To prevent scratches or damages to the plasma screen, do not knock or rub the surface with sharp or hard objects. Clean the screen with a soft cloth moistened with warm water and dry with a soft cloth. A mild soap may be used if the screen is extremely dirty. Do not use harsh or abrasive cleaners! Connecting to an Audio Visual Device Two composite and S-Video terminal, two component terminal, a PC RGB terminal and a HDMI terminal have been added. A wide range of device can besides personal computers. CAUTION Use a soft cloth to clean the cabinet and control panel of the monitor. When excessively soiled dilute a neutral detergent in water, wet and wring out the soft cloth and afterward wipe with a dry soft cloth. Never use acid/alkaline detergent, alcoholic detergent, abrasive cleaner, powder soap, OA cleaner, car wax, glass cleaner, etc. especially because they would cause discoloration, scratches or cracks. Options Ask your local retail dealer for further details. 1. Desktop stand: CMPAD24 2. Plasma monitor speaker: CMPAS24 4 ENGLISH High Performance Digital Processor CONTENTS IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS....................2 FEATURE.................................................................4 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS.........................................6 COMPONENT NAMES............................................10 Main Unit..................................................................10 Remote Control.........................................................11 Loading the Batteries...................................................11 Handing the Remote Control.........................................11 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS............................12 Installation the Desktop stand(option)..............................12 Anti-tumble measures....................................................12 Mounting the Speaker Unit(option)....................................12 Connecting to Video Imaging Device...............................13 Connecting to a PC or a HDMI device..............................14 Power Cord Connection................................................15 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS.................................16 Turning Power On and Off.............................................16 Input Switching..............................................................17 Volume Adjustment.......................................................17 Audio Mute..................................................................17 Size Switching...............................................................18 Input Signal Screen Desplay........................................... 18 Automatic Adjustment of Screen Pocition and the clock...... 18 Using the Menu Screen...............................................19 Picture Menu....................................................................21 Image Menu.......................................... . . . ...... ... ..... . 22 Audio Menu..................................................................24 Function Menu..............................................................25 Setup1 Menu...............................................................27 Setup2 Menu.............................................................28 OTHER FEATURE.........................................................29 Automatic Store................................................................29 Signal Check (RGB Input).................................................30 IMAGE RETENTION OF PLASMA DISPLAY.................31 NOTES........................................................................31 TROUBLESHOOTIN ...