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 ! To prevent damage which may result in fire or shock hazard, do not expose this product to rain or moisture. ! To prevent electric shock, do not remove cover. No user serviceable parts are inside. Refer servicing to qualified service personnel only. ! Keep display away from excessive dust, high temperatures, moisture or direct sunlight. ! Use in a well-ventilated area and do not cover ventilation openings. ! Unauthorized modification this equipment or usage of an unshielded connecting cable may cause excessive interference. ! When the display is not in use for a long period of time, disconnect it from the electric outlet. ! If the picture displayed is in any way abnormal, turn off the unit and disconnect it from the electric outlet. Verify your signal wire connections and reconnect the display to the electric outlet. ! Disconnect from the electric outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners. Use only a slightly damp cloth for cleaning. ! Do not place this product on an unstable cart, stand or table. The product may fall, causing serious damage. ! Do not place the unit on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surfaces. Never place the unit near or over a radiator or heat source. Do not install unit in an enclosed area unless proper ventilation is provided. ! The unit should be operated from the type of power source indicated on the label. If the type of available power is unknown, consult your dealer or local power company. ! The unit is equipped with a 3-pin grounded plug. The plug will only fit into a grounded power outlet. This is a safety feature. If you are unable to insert the plug into the outlet, contact your electrician. Do not alter the plug; this will defeat the safety feature. ! Do not rest objects on the power cord & avoid placing power cord near high traffic areas. ! Do not overload wall outlets and extension cords as this can result in a risk of fire or electric shock. ! Disconnect the unit from the main supply and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions: · Power cord or plug is damaged or frayed. · Liquid has been spilled into the product. · Unit has been exposed to water or moisture. · Unit does not operate normally when the operating instructions are 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. 1 TABLE OF CONTENTS IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ............................................................................................ 1 TABLE OF CONTENTS .................................................................................................................... 2 FCC STATEMENT ............................................................................................................................ 3 CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE .................................................................................................... 4 PRODUCT FEATURES .................................................................................................................... 5 PACKAGE CONTENTS .................................................................................................................... 6 UNDERSTANDING YOUR DISPLAY Front View ........................................................................................................................... 7 Rear View ........................................................................................................................... 7 Full Function Remote Control .............................................................................................. 8 CONNECTING THE DISPLAY Connecting a DVD Player .................................................................................................... 9 Connecting a HDTV Decoder Set-Top Box ........................................................................... 10 Connecting a VCR ............................................................................................................... 11 TV/Cable TV Connections ................................................................................................... 11 External Audio Connections ................................................................................................ 12 Connecting a PC ................................................................................................................. 13 RS-232 Remote Control Connections .................................................................................. 14 USING THE DISPLAY - BASICS Powering ON/OFF ............................................................................................................... 15 Selecting Signal Source ...................................................................................................... 15 Adjusting Sound Volume ..................................................................................................... 16 Changing Channels (TV Mode Only) .................................................................................... 16 USING WITH HDTV Understanding HDTV ........................................................................................................... 17 ADVANCED FUNCTIONS Picture-In-Picture (PIP) / Side-by-Side Picture (POP) .......................................................... 19 Widescreen (16:9 Aspect Ratio) Viewing Modes ................................................................. 21 On-Screen Display (OSD) Settings ..................................................................................... 22 Sleep Timer Settings ........................................................................................................... 23 TV Tuner Settings ............................................................................................................... 24 Favorite Channel / Channel Lock ......................................................................................... 25 Variable and Fixed Audio Output ......................................................................................... 26 Quick View .......................................................................................................................... 26 Sound Adjustments ............................................................................................................. 26 SRS Surround ........................................................................................................ 26 BBE Sound ............................................................................................................ 26 Inner Speaker ON/OFF ........................................................................................... 27 Bass Extension ...................................................................................................... 27 V-Chip Settings ................................................................................................................... 27 PASSCODE Setting ............................................................................................................ 28 Signal Frequency Information Display .................................................................................. 29 ADVANCED CALIBRATION .............................................................................................................. 30 ADJUSTING PICTURE For TV / AV / Component Video(480i signal)........................................................................ 34 For Component Video(480p, 720p and 1080i signal) ............................................................ 35 For RGB / DVI ..................................................................................................................... 37 TROUBLESHOOTING ...................................................................................................................... 38 SPECIFICATIONS ............................................................................................................................ 39 WALL MOUNT (OPTIONAL) INSTALLATION .................................................................................... 45 2 FCC STATEMENT FCC Compliance Statement The equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of FCC rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in strict accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. There is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, 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 following measures: · Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. · Increase the separation between the equipment and the 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. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at the user's own expense. Shielded interconnected cables and shield power cords must be employed with this equipment to insure compliance with the pertinent RF emission limits governing this device. Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the manufacturer could void the user's authority to operate the equipment and invalidate the warranty. Canadian Compliance Statement This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference Causing Equipment Regulations. Cet appareil numérique de la Classe B respecte toutes les exigences du Règlement sur le matériel brouilleur du Canada. 3 CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE Cautions When Using the Plasma Display ! Do not bring your hands, face or objects close to the ventilation holes of the plasma display. Top of plasma display is usually very hot due to the high temperature of exhaust air being released through the ventilation holes. Burns or personal injuries may ocurr if any body parts are brought too close. Placing any object near the top of the display could also result in heat related damages to the object as well as the display itself. ! Be sure to disconnect all cables before moving the plasma display. Moving the display with its cables attached may damage the cables and thus case fire or electric shock danger. ! Disconnect the power plug from the wall outlet as a safety precaution before carrying out any type of cleaning or maintenance procedure. Front Panel Cleaning Instructions ! The front of the display has been specially treated. Wipe the surface gently using only a cleaning cloth or a soft, lint-free cloth. ! If the surface is particular dirty, soak a soft, lint-free cloth in a mild detergent solution. Wring the cloth to remove excess liquid. Wipe the surface of the display to remove dirt. Then use a dry cloth of the same type to dry. ! Do not scratch or hit the surface of the panel with fingers or hard objects of any kind. ! Do not use volatile substances such as insect sprays, solvents and thinners. Cabinet Cleaning Instructions ! If the cabinet becomes dirty, wipe the cabinet with a soft, dry cloth. ! If the cabinet is extremely dirty, soak a lint-free cloth in a mild detergent solution. Wring ! ! ! ! the cloth to remove as much moisture possible. Wipe the cabinet. Use another dry cloth to wipe over until the surface is dry. Do not allow any water or detergent to come into contact with the surface of the display. If water or moisture gets inside the unit, operating problems, electrical and shock hazards may result. Do not scratch or hit the cabinet with fingers or hard objects of any kind. Do not use volatile substances such as insect sprays, solvents and thinners on th ...