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Contents Important Information...........................................................................................................................1 Safety Precautions ...................................................................................................................................2 Product Features ......................................................................................................................................3 Content of Package.................................................................................................................................4 Quick Start..................................................................................................................................................6 Front Panel ..................................................................................................................................6 Front Panel Controls ................................................................................................................7 Rear Panel....................................................................................................................................8 Set-up Instructions..................................................................................................................................9 Getting Started..........................................................................................................................9 Video/Audio Connection.................................................................................................... 10 External Speakers .................................................................................................................. 11 Other Connections................................................................................................................ 12 Full Function Remote Control .......................................................................................................... 13 Remote Control Overview.................................................................................................. 13 Using the Remote Control.................................................................................................. 15 On-Screen Display (OSD) Settings .................................................................................................. 18 OSD Menu Overview............................................................................................................ 18 OSD Menu Operation........................................................................................................... 19 Display Settings ............................................................................................................20 Image Settings ..............................................................................................................20 Language and Color Temp........................................................................................21 Audio Settings...............................................................................................................21 OSD Window Settings ................................................................................................22 Advanced Settings.......................................................................................................23 Advanced Settings.......................................................................................................24 Parental Control..................................................................................................................................... 25 V-Chip Setup ........................................................................................................................... 25 Change Password .................................................................................................................. 28 Closed Caption ...................................................................................................................................... 29 Using Closed Caption........................................................................................................... 29 Technical Information ......................................................................................................................... 30 Specifications.......................................................................................................................... 30 Video Modes............................................................................................................................ 32 Troubleshooting.................................................................................................................................... 33 Planar Customer FirstTM 1--Year Warranty ................................................................................... 36 Maintenance Guidelines .................................................................................................................... 40 Regulatory Information ...................................................................................................................... 41 Agency Approvals ................................................................................................................. 41 FCC Information..................................................................................................................... 41 Important Information "CAUTION: If the same image is displayed continuously, a permanent image may remain on the screen. This is due to burning of the fluorescent material and is typical for all Plasma displays. To minimize this, use at least the display picture move feature, selectable through the on-screen display adjustment menu (OSD)." Warning: To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this product to rain or moisture. CAUTION Risk of electric shock. Do not open. 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. Example of antenna grounding as per National Electrical Code is as the following picture. 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. 1 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 one wider than the other. A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong is 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 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 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 period 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 galled 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 filled with liquids, such as vases, shall be placed on the apparatus. 2 Product Features The Product features include: Built-in Screen Move: Screen move feature to reduce the possibility of screen burn. 3-D Digital Comb Filter: Enhances color purity of Composite Video and TV input sources, reducing cross-color artifacts like dot crawl and moiré. Wide Viewing Angle: Over 160 degrees (horizontal and vertical) viewing angle. Picture in Picture: Users may simultaneously watch two images from different video sources. Channel Memory: Allows users to add and remove channel according to personal preference. 16:9 Enhancement: Widescreen technology that maximizes picture quality when playing widescreen enhanced video. Parental Control: V-Chip technology allows parents to block unsuitable programming for under age viewers. Color Temperature: 3 user selectable color temperature settings are available for image optimization. D-Sub 15 VGA Input: Allows users to connect the computer to the plasma TV to use the plasma TV as a computer monitor. Digital Visual Interface (DVI): This product is equipped with a DVI-D interface for a digital-to-digital connection. TV Tuner Built-in: Built-in NTSC tuner to receive conventional analog broadcasts; de-interlacing circuit with 3:2 pull down converting interlaced analog sources to the progressive-scan display, significantly improving picture quality Built-in TV Video and Audio Out: Outputs TV video/audio signal to an external device. Built-in Speakers: Built-in stereo speakers with 3 watts per channel. Input Signals Component Video (YCbCr/ YPbPr) Composite Video S-Video Analog VGA (D-Sub 15pin) Digital DVI RS232 Communication Port (D-Sub 9pin) TV Tuner Built-in (1) an optional set-top HDTV receiver box is required to receive digital signals 3 Content of Package When you are unpacking the product, make sure that you have the following items: Plasma TV Monitor Monitor Stand Power cord S-Video cable Analog video signal cable (D-Sub 15 cable) RCA Video/Audio cable Remote Control and AAA Battery User's Manual 4 If you find that any of these items are missing or appear damaged, please contact your dealer immediately. Do not throw away the packing material or shipping carton in case you need to ship or store the plasma TV in the future. Optional Accessories External Speakers and Stands Wall mount bracket 5 Quick Start Front Panel Indicator Light Remote Control Sensor Remote Control Sensor: Receives infrared signals from the remote control. Aim the remote control within 30 degrees left and right. Indicator Light: This LED light indicates the main power status. Indicator (Amber): Standby mode Indicator (Blue): Power ON mode 6 Front Panel Controls Menu Volume Up/Down Select Channel Up/Down Standby/On Button Menu Volume Up ( ) Down ( ) Function Displays the OSD menu (1) Adjust volume by pressing " " to decrease the volume and " " to increase the volume (2) Change the configurations under the OSD menu Switches between signal sources. The signal source selection is in a loop: Composite-Video --> S-Video --> Component-Video --> TV --> ANALOG VGA --> DVI (1) Changing channel under TV mode (2) Select options under OSD menu Power on the plasma TV or change to Standby mode Select Channel Up ( ) Down ( ) Standby/On 7 Rear Panel Main Power Switch External Speaker Line Out Video/Audio Connection Interface Power Input Jack Video/Audio Connection Interface: Video connection includes Component Video, Composite Video, S-video, DVI, D-Sub 15, TV Tuner, a ...