Planar PD42ED Plasma TV User`s Guide
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1. Video Audio Connection Interface External Speaker Line Out O 4 co po a a9 ED vb e qr TO 3C U C lt Q cc OD cs WU cr C Lf O ok DA I SO oO o vs 4 E Cun Qo WU Qo co C Or Un og SE O uU m M oo Qo OOo XI a Out ai Main Power Switch Master power switch to switch the plasma TV between Power Off mode and Standby mode Power Input Jack Power source for the plasma TV External Speaker Line Out Allows users to connect external speakers to the plasmaTV Lai p PLANAR Set up Instructions Getting Started o o o o nd 0969 6 5 Due ue ne nie hi gi Jt Me Me Me Rs M RC ui IN 0 et mom Pn aen oop op ap oop ap ap orn Besse ss ee 0 hon ERA IR ORARE oo oa oo oOo Meme pe pend 95 95 95 ad S c c EORR NON NN QNOD ORARE E dE up dE p m ROOKIE EXORDIO OC Les CX CC 2 uisi 0 EE bars I a I CC RR ano ano ani Poo Dao D 2 C 2 race 2000001 o o paar SER SS x ot 20 ot x ot 90 Ma Nn a ji M a e 9 0 0 0 0 0 b prune2. M e o Dnononcongongongoncgogcgogcgogcgoagoacgocgoocono n Pa e oer 0000000000000 n e ne no no no n o ne n as x ao POWER SWITCH 4 Power Input Jack Auto switch power supply accepts input of 100 VAC 240 VAC Use only UL approved power cord with proper grounding Main Power Switch Press the Power Switch on the back of your plasma TV The Indicator Light on the front will turn to Amber color indicating the plasma TV is in Standby mode If the plasma TV will not be used for an extended period of time turn off your plasma TV with the Main Power Switch p PLANAR Video Audio Connection vocnonpononococonococ coocogoogocogocgogogong 2 C Z 90909090909 Baloo oa pa NE EE SINE E deett E ata E ze ea ME Aaaa Oo upon or MC TU Nm Nm mme D dote ARAR a pec AERAR RAA RARA oe Poe po Poo Se ERARE SAIS CRIS SS ASS SS orp c oP orp mn o CC ROIG AAR 0000000000 bea CMe 00S o oo ao om RC RC RC RC RCM 502002002001 a Se o a o a oaa p a p a CR 0n 0 00000 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 m n e c e o e o e o e o e it O Cr Pr pC i Y Cb Cr
3. Image Settings Fill AII IJ Scaling One to One Press Menu Key to Next Page VOL gt Enter Select Press Menu Key to Next Page VOL gt Enter Select m 4 Normally PC outputs 4 3 aspect ratios When under PC mode user may choose between having the image fill the whole screen or one to one lm When under Video mode user may select different signal format But it is recommend to set at Auto for auto detect lal When under Video mode user may choose different aspect ratios including Full Fill Aspect Ratio 4 3 to 16 9 LB to 16 9 LB Subtitles to 16 9 One to One 20 p PLANAR Language and Color Temp PC Video De El jaye Language English es Color Temp Cool Neutral Warm User Red NEC 23 Press Menu Key to Next Page VOL gt Enter Select Image color and language functions and selections are identical for both PC mode and Video mode For OSD language item user may select from 10 different languages including English German French Italian Spanish Portuguese Netherlands Traditional Chinese Simplified Chinese and Japanese For the image color user may adjust the luminance of R G B colors and color temperature When selecting Cool Neutral and Warm for the Color Temperature R G B colors will be disabled Q Audio Settings F PC Video min kx ESTERI D Mute Enable Disable Q Volume 23 Bass aaa 23 Balance 2 AA Speaker Internal Exte
4. Optional Accessories External Speakers and Stands al Wall mount bracket p PLANAR Quick Start Front Panel Indicator Light Remote Control Sensor 4 Remote Control Sensor Receives infrared signals from the remote control Aim the remote control within 30 degrees left and right lal Indicator Light This LED light indicates the main power status Indicator Amber Standby mode Indicator Blue Power ON mode p PLANAR Front Panel Controls oat Menu Volume Up Down Select Channel Up Down Standby On Displays the OSD menu Volume Up P a pressing to decrease the volume and P to Down i 2 Change the configurations under the OSD menu Switches between signal sources The signal source selection is in a loop Composite Video gt S Video Component Video gt TV gt ANALOG VGA gt DVI Select Channel Up A 1 Changing channel under TV mode Down V 2 Select options under OSD menu Standby On Power on the plasma TV or change to Standby mode p PLANAR dee ee 6 pm DeC aP x ER RC DE p Eo ed 19 Main Power Switch Power Input Jack a ere MET Sotho non ono VENUES x 0000090001 CD eo n n n n n n n nu o o Rear Panel o 050 0 0 09 0 9 0 0 TREE qe edes 6901 0 0 0 0 RRR GRO a a o a
5. g DPMS On off Closed Caption PIP Set TV Channel Setup Press Menu Key to Next Page VOL gt Enter Select Press Menu Key to Next Page This menu will also allow user to enter advance mode and change DPMS setting al When under Video mode user can set up V Chip and Closed Caption PC Video RGB Signal Information Video Signal Information Resolution 640 Main Signal Source Component Vertical Frequency 60 Main Signal Format PAL 50Hz 4 43MHz Horizontal Frequency PIP Video Source S Video PIP Video Source PIP Video Format Press Menu Key to Next Page Press Menu Key to Next Page J When under PC mode Signal Format will display Resolution Horizontal Vertical Frequency PIP Video Source and PIP Video Format al When under Video mode Signal Format will display Main Signal Source Main Signal Format and PIP Video Source 23 p PLANAR Q Advanced Settings ie PC Video This menu is for changing setting of PIP mode for both PC and Video User may change setting for PIP Size Source Position Brightness Contrast and Saturation Swap feature is not available when under main source of PC or Component To begin choosing a TV source from either AIR or CATV Before using the TV mode user must perform Channel Auto Search for the TV to search through channel This menu allow user to scan and memorize all desired channel including broadcast TV system and cable TV s
6. Cb Pb Y Pb Pr Composite AV Input Single RCA connector to connect with the composite video output of a DVD Player VCR or any other device with a composite video connection S Video Input Single S video connector to connect with the S video output of a DVD Player VCR or any other device with a S video connection Component Video Input 3 RCA connectors to connect with the component video output of a DVD player DTV receiver or any other device with a component connection Composite AV S Video Audio 2 RCA connectors to connect with the audio output of the composite or s video source Component Audio 2 RCA connectors to connect with the audio output of the component Y Cb Cr or Y Pb Pr source PC Audio 2 RCA connectors to connect with the audio output of a PC TV Video Audio Out 3 RCA connectors 1 video and 2 audio that output the TV video and audio signals to an external device 10 External Speakers 3i uu E RRR RR RRR RR RNR MRM SX ort a CR SNC ON NEN 2 EJ aso nono 0 n o 2 nono nono no no D C D C D D non p PLANAR C jue uu eis Ri e M iC M 90909090909 AAA ASIA ASIA tetto oae o neg n a n e n o neo nog 90909090909 PED GREECE GE RR RR RR RR DENEN OEKDEK YN KIT 5500005050000 sens nen sna mM ao non a C x c PoP PP GR i PP o 0000 0 00 AAA ees d DT
7. Mutes the volume Volume Up Down Buttons Changes the volume Numbers Buttons Number keys for channel selection Sleep Button Sleep timer 23 TV Button Direct key to the TV mode 24 YCbCr Button 25 26 Direct key to the YCbCr mode AV Button Direct key to the Composite mode PC Button Direct key to the PC mode 27 YPbPr Button 28 Direct key to the YPbPr mode S Video Button Direct key to the S Video mode 14 PLANAR Using the Remote Control Inserting Batteries Remove the battery cover from the back of the remote control Insert two AAA batteries by matching and sign on both batteries to the diagram inside the remote control battery compartment Replace the battery back cover Q Precaution Always make sure to have the batteries installed correctly Incorrect installation can cause damage to the remote control Always replace the batteries in pair Do not mix an old battery with a new battery Be sure to use the same type of batteries Remove the batteries when knowing the remote control will not be used for an extended period of time to avoid damage from possible battery leakage To ensure normal operation the remote control should not be dropped or damaged in any way Q Using the Remote Control al al l Power Button Press the Power button to turn ON the TV The LED indicator will become Blue Press the button again to turn OFF the TV into Standby mode The LED indicat
8. P N 5030009013D Customer Service Online Support http planar custhelp com Email desktopmonitors planar com Tel 1 866 PLANAR 1 1 866 752 6271 Hours m f 8am 9pm Eastern Time 2004 Planar Systems Inc Planar is a registered trademark of Planar Systems Inc Other brands and names are the property of their respective owners Technical information in this document is subject to change without notice P N 5030009013D
9. cce ettet o e eee bte Genie A E 18 OSD Menu 19 DIsplay S Stn 20 image SEINE ERIE EDTA DISEASE ENA NSS se rey Pe 20 Language and Color Temps anaes 21 Aadio SCING S e t ETHERS 21 OSD WIN OW Settings st BSED LTRS LST ERE PUTAS ERAS 22 PRON AICO Cs CLUNIGS sor ESET TTB 23 Advanced Settlligs see eite e toe eene vertes eere e VOR E VADER 24 Parental CONO st detener A is Mit NEP I AU EOD 25 Me 25 Change Password 28 Closed Catia sci cnet eg cel PP vA IEEE X NR INR PEREAT Rs 29 Using closed 1 quete a a pedea osa t epis Ne 29 Techiieal TA FOV AL oque eter aeree rad obere RECEN Celer ee fre oodd 30 SPEC lS atender cv Dom dure riiv roi vn EC esr ie Dolus 30 Vdeo Modes P 32 GOUT NOON ood RWSL Se HG DEB 33 Planar Customer First 1 Year Warranty eese tentent terna tosta tosta estas 36 Maintenance Guidelines sisii a oa 40 Regulatory Informatio usate D tete Dea Pide RR EROR TTS vt Pet ester 41 Agency ADDFOVaIS maet uet ais dvo re RR iuis utc oss 41 41 PE PLANAR 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 o
10. encoding program To set up MPAA first to select MPAA Rating and then press Up Down button to select the rating to change Then choose either Show the rating or Block the rating MPAA G Show x MPAA PG Show x MPAA 6 13 Block x MPAA R Block x MPAA NC 17 Block EJ MPAA x Block EI MPAA NR Show Press Menu Key to Next Page VOL Enter Select G General audience no restrictions PG Parental guidance suggested PG 13 Parents strongly cautioned R Restricted Children under 17 should be accompanied by an adult NC 17 No Children under 17 X Adults only 27 p PLANAR Change Password Lal To change password enter the Change Password Number option in the V Chip function press Right button to change password Enter six digital password in enter new password number And then confirm the password by enter same password again V chip Volatile lal After finishing setting the restricted channel and Pressing Up Down button to select the V chip Volatile with ON it will be saved in memory to keep original settings when turning on the power at next time On the contrary selecting V chip Volatile with OFF it will recall original factory default that is to say all the ratings will set to Show E V Chip Lock When going into the restricted channel V Chip will activate and turn the screen into blurred and blank The message Excessive Rating will display on the scr
11. 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 PLANAR Product Features The Product features include a Screen Move Screen move feature to reduce the possibility of screen urn 3 D Digital Comb Filter Enhances color n of Composite Video and TV input sources reducing cross color artifacts like dot crawl and moir 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
12. 1 first press 100 and then press Oand 1 Sleep Button Press the sleep button repeatedly to set the sleep timer to 30 60 90 and 120 minutes TV Button Press to switch directly to the TV mode YCbCr Button Press to switch directly to Component YCbCr mode AV Button Press to switch directly to Composite mode PC Button Press to switch directly to PC mode Press again to change between D Sub 15 and DVI mode YPbPr Button Press to switch directly to Component YPbPr mode S Video Button Press to switch directly to S Video mode 17 On Screen Display OSD Settings a PLANAR OSD Menu Overview PC Mode t Language and 1 Display Image Audio elles esistere OSD Info Video Format Reset nage Mute Language OSD Position Format Scaling Brightness Volume Color Temperature OSD Timeout PIP Set Contrast Treble Red OSD Background Advance a Move Screen Power H Position Bass Green Mode Management V Position Balance Blue Move Screen Time Phase Adjust Speaker System Reset Clock Adjust Note This function is only available under analog VGA Video Format PIP Set TV Channel Setup Video Format Video Format Video Format Resolution PIP Size TV Source V Freq PIP Source Channel Auto Search H Freq PIP Position Channel Edit PIP Signal PIP Brightness Channel Add Erase Audio Video Mode Display AV System Reset Format AUTO Brightness NTSC M Contrast NTSC Japan Saturation PAL Hue SECAM Sharpness Scaling PIP Contrast
13. FF Standby mode the Plasma TV 2 Scaling Button Adjusts image aspect ratio 3 Display Button Displays status information 4 Audio Swap Button Switches audio between the main display and the PIP display 5 Swap Button Switches video between the main display and the PIP display 6 PIP Position Button Adjusts the position of the PIP display PIP Size Button Adjusts the size of the PIP display 8 PIP Input Button Activates the picture in picture display and selects the source of the picture in picture display 9 Quick Quick Buttons Shortcut to access the product s features N 10 Zoom Buttons Zooms In or Out on the image 11 Auto Button Auto adjusts the image 12 Freeze Button Pauses the image 13 MTS Button Switches between Mono Stereo and SAP 14 Exit Button Exits the OSD menu or displayed information 15 Menu Button Activates the OSD menu 13 a l Audio Swap Display Scaling Power PIP Input PIPSize PIP Position Swap Zoom Zoom Quick Quick 2 1 d a DN Ne a pt je Menu as LA 2 Volume mon Channel Mute 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Sleep 0 100 AV YCbCr TV S Video YPbPr PC _ _ 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 PLANAR Up Down Left Right Buttons Navigation buttons for the OSD menu The Right Arrow button also functions as the ENTER key Channel Up Down Buttons Changes TV channels Recall Button Recalls to the previous channel Mute Button
14. PIP Saturation PIP Swap Audio Language and Color OSD Information Temperature Mute Language OSD Position Volume Color Temperature OSD Timeout Treble Red OSD Background Bass Green Move Screen Mode Balance Blue Move Screen Time Speaker System Reset 18 Video Format Format Advance PIP Set TV Channel Setup p PLANAR OSD Menu Operation How to Operate a Press Menu button to enter OSD Menu Refer to the picture above there are six icons on the top and seven options to choose from For the top icons icon highlighted in yellow is the one being selected To change to different icon simply press Menu button repeatedly until correct icon is being selected To access the options simply press Up Down button until reaches the correct option and then use Right buttons to change the settings 19 p PLANAR Q Display Settings e Brightness Se Brightness Contrast C Contrast 2 3 tcp H Position 23 5 Saturation 23 V Position 23 T Hue 23 E Phase 23 Sharpness 23 Press Menu Key to Next Page VOL gt Enter Select Press Menu Key to Next Page VOL gt Enter Select al The Reset function works the same under both PC mode and Video mode Use Reset function to recall factory setting 2 When under PC mode user may adjust Brightness Contrast H V Position Phase Clock and Reset al When under Video mode user may adjust Brightness Contrast Saturation Hue Sharpness and Reset
15. T RRR vo iui ue ui eso External Speaker Line Out External speaker output Please refer to the drawing for the connection details Tt is strongly recommend to use only Planar Accessories for performance and safety purposes 11 p PLANAR Other Connections i 5d CE E E E EEE EEEE oc9oogoogogogogoogog D Q D UD 0909 650505050585 2 onto EUN 0000000000 n amp 5no56nonono0n0 6 CEN EA ao oogog oc og kd B g 5 p MEME cuu EUM PME o a D D D D D D Bono 0 0 a a a a a a a o eo Sooo Fo 80 8 ERR RSS SR RCH RRC ROSCOE REE ERO ESD TS ISS SS 96280553959 A TERT s 5050 05 Saee spo eto e I eas 5 6 6 ER RRR ORR RARIOR Wes RODA e Doro or o pg Jn an BOCA OC OC OC Cota a RR FC c ampganmnaoanaoanaopno o o o 9 o o o 9 o o o DVI DVI D connector for high quality digital PC connection al D Sub 15 Regular analog VGA connection for PC usage 1 RF RF input that connects to the antenna cable box or CATV cable Supports NTSCTV system with 125 channels receivable RS 232 D Sub 9 Serial port for communication between the display and the PC 12 Full Function Remote Control PLANAR Remote Control Overview 1 Power Button Turns ON or O
16. Zoom Buttons Zoom in on the image by pressing the Zoom button and press the Zoom button to zoom out Auto Button When the image is not even or not in the center of the screen under PC mode press Auto button for auto adjustment Freeze Button Freeze button allows the user to temporarily pause the current image displayed Press to freeze the image Press again to restore the picture MTS Button Press MTS button to select Mono Stereo and SAP Second Audio Program under TV mode Exit Press to exit the OSD menu Menu Button Press to access the OSD menu for features adjustment Up Down Left Right Buttons fF Press the Up Down Left Right buttons to select the options under OSD menu f Press the Right button to change the setting Channel Up Down Buttons Press the Channel Up Down buttons to switch to TV mode when under video mode f When TV is the PIP window s input source users may press Up Down or Number buttons to change the channel directly Recall Button Press to jump back and forth between two channels Mute Button Press to mute the volume Press again to restore the volume Volume Up Down Buttons f l Press the Volume Up button to increase the volume Press the Volume Down button to decrease the volume 16 al Lal a PLANAR Number Buttons Use Number buttons to choose specific channel For example to select channel 27 first press 2 and then press 7 For channel 10
17. ak The state of the broadcast may also bad Make sure the antenna is not disconnected Picture is light or improperly tinted Check color adjustment Check color system setting The picture is too dark Press the Brightness button Check PICTURE and BLACK LEVEL adjustment Backlight may have reached the end of service life Remote control does not work Check the batteries Make sure the remote control is within operating range Check that there are no obstacles between the Remote Control and the Remote Control Window 34 PLANAR The picture is not sharp The reception may be weak The state of the broadcast may also be bad Make sure the antenna is not disconnected The reception may be weak The state of the broadcast may also be bad Make sure the antenna is not disconnected Make sure the antenna is facing the right direction There may be reflected electric waves from mountains or buildings There may be interference from automobiles trains high voltage lines neon light etc There may be interference between the antenna cable and power cable Try possible them further apart Is the unit receiving interference from other devices Transmission antennas of radio broadcasting station and transmission antennas of amateur radio and cellular phones may also cause interference Use the units as far apart as possible from device that may cause possible interferen
18. any unauthorized recording in whole or in part may be in violation of these rights PLANAR 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
19. ccessible without the aid of ladders or other tools b The Plasma display utilizes a standard Wall or Desk mounting solution or is placed on the floor C The Plasma display is not a built in or a part of custom paneling molding or woodwork In instances where Planar Systems at its sole discretion determines the above conditions have not been met the customer will be responsible for placing the non functioning Plasma display in a location that meets all requirements Planar Systems will not reinstall software or other programs related to customers peripheral equipment Limitation of Implied Warranties THERE ARE NO WARRANTIES EXTRESS OR IMPLIED WHICH EXTEND BEYOND THE DESCRIPTION CONTAINED HEREIN INCLUDING THE IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PPURPOSE 38 a PLANAR Exclusion of damages PLANAR S LIABILITY IS LIMITED TO THE COST OF REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT OF THE PRODUCT PLANAR SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR 1 DAMAGE TO OTHER PEOPERTY CAUSED BY ANY DEFECTS IN THE PRODUCT DAMAGESBASED UPON INCONVENIENCE LOSS OF USE OF THE PRODUCT LOSS OF TIME LOSS OF PROFITS LOSS OF BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY LOSS OF GOODWILL INTERFERENCE WITH BUSINESS RELATIONSHIPS OR OTHER COMMERCIAL LOSS EVEN IF ADVISED OF THEIR POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES 2 ANYOTHER DAMAGES WHETHER INCIDENTAL INDIRECT CONSEQUENTIAL OR OTHERWISE 3 ANY CLAIM AGAINST THE CUSTOMER BY ANY OTHER PARTY Effect of Local Law The warrant
20. ce 35 PLANAR Planar Customer First 1 Year Warranty Features Plasma display Systems Standard Warranty Standard 1 year warranty Replacement Plasma TV ships immediately upon determination that customer s display is non functional Plasma TV immediately replaced upon confirmation of defect no returns to depot for repair Technical Support and Warranty Claim Procedure As a Planar Standard Warranty customer here is the simple procedure to follow if you have a non functioning Plasma display Planar s customer service staff will attempt to correct any minor issues that may be causing the problem Once Planar has determined the customer has a non functioning product Planar will arrange or delivery of the replacement unit and pickup of the non functioning product Contact Planar via the web at http www planar com support or call 866 LANAR1 866 752 6271 The customer must have the model number serial number and proof of purchase for their Plasma display available Our customer service staff will attempt to correct any minor issues that may be causing the problem If we are unable to fix the problem to the customers satisfaction Planar will schedule an appointment for the non functioning Plasma TV unit to be replaced Upon arrival Planar s onsite service technician will confirm the unit s malfunction replace the unit and remove the non functioning unit The customer will not be as
21. defined ratings For TV PG it will display these cycling contents SHOW BLOCK D S L V DL DS DV LS LV SV DLS DLV DSV LSV DLSV as the below list For TV Rating press P key to change to Rating Off Then all the ratings will set to Show Lest Led H m 77 76 Show gj Tv 14 Show m Tv MA Show El TV Rating Rating Off The age defined ratings for Television TV Y Young children TV Y7 Children 7 and over TV G General audience TV PG Parental guidance TV 14 Viewers 14 and over TV MA Mature audience Lal TV Guidelines is for the younger ages When restricting the younger ages the elder ages will also have certain level of restrictions Setting LSV for TV PG the TV 14 and TV MA are also restrict to LSV or the system will automatically set content at LSV for the three ratings But it does not affect the TV Y TV Y7 and TV G ratings While watching TV with parents it will conceal the improper programs for the youngest children in family 26 a PLANAR The contents of TV Guidelines rating Show Block FY y gt L D TV Y7 Show Block FV TV 14 Show Block TV MA Show Block FV Fantasy violence D Sexual suggestive dialog L Adultlanguage S Sexual situation V Violence MPAA Ratings The MPAA stands for The Motion Picture Association of America system It is mainly restrictions for the movies When using V Chip TV will automatically block any critical
22. een For normally programming the user will need to press the Number button to go into other channels 28 p PLANAR Closed Caption E For some TV programs the PDP has the de coding and Closed Caption functions This caption is usually served for the deaf or the foreign language translation All of the VCRs can record the Closed Caption signals from TV program so the family video types also serve for Closed Caption function And similarly for business videotapes you can check cc mark on the box of video type Using Closed Caption 4 Select Closed Caption in the OSD Menu by pressing Menu key on remote and select video information page Use Up Down Button to Select Closed Caption and then use button to choose between OFF CC1 CC2 TT1 TT2 a Use CC Background to choose between Transparent and Black for the closed caption display 29 PLANAR Technical Information Specifications Model PDP42HD General Specifications and Features Plasma TV Panel Size 42 inch Pixel Resolution 1024 X 768 pixels Display Color 16 7 millions of colors R G B each 256 scales Brightness 1000 Cd m typical w o filter Contrast Ratio 3000 1 typical w o filter Comb Filter 3D Digital Comb Filter for more accurate color processing on TV and Composite Video Viewing Angle Over 160 Horizontal and vertical Audio Function Built in Soeakers with 2 Watts per channel Picture in Picture Second sub
23. faces or other audio video equipment Installation and set up service charges The program allows for exchange of a non working unit with a comparable refurbished or new unit The customer agrees to retain the replacement of the Plasma display and the customer s non working display shall become the property of Planar 37 PLANAR In the continental U S calls must be received by 12 00 p m Eastern Time Saturday Sundays and major U S holidays excluded Subject to availability of replacement stock Delivery in certain areas may be delayed due to the shipper s practices Customer agrees to be present for the entire scheduled appointment Failure to comply may result in refusal of service and or service charges If symptom reported by the customer is determined by Planar Systems to be deliberately incorrect the customer may be charged for all related expenses including materials shipping handling and administrative costs De installation Removal and Replacement of non functioning Plasma display The customer always has the option to place the non functioning Plasma display on the floor for exchange If the following conditions are met Planar s Service Technicians will remove the customer s non functioning Plasma display and re install the replacement unit Including re establishing the existing connections to peripheral equipment DVD Players PCs etc a The Plasma display is readily and immediately a
24. ked to pay any service shipping handling or other fees 36 PLANAR Standard Warranty Limitations and Exclusions 1 7 Plasma TV warranty is valid only for the first customer purchaser non transferable The customer must provide original proof of purchase of the Plasma TV system Onsite service is only available within the contiguous 48 United States Planar offers web mail and phone support for displays worldwide Any damage or dissatisfaction associated with latent images burn in or any other damage determined by Planar to be the result of customer use patterns Any product with a defaced modified or removed serial number Any product with damage deterioration or malfunction resulting from a 2 5 2 amp fD Accident misuse neglect fire water lightning or other acts of nature unauthorized product modification or failure to follow instructions supplied with the product Repair or attempted repair by anyone not authorized by Planar Any damage of the product due to shipment Removal or installation of the product Cause external to the product such as electric power fluctuations failure Use of suppliers or parts not meeting Planar s specifications Normal wear and tear including backlights dimming over time Any other cause which does not relate to a product defect Any damage related to peripherals not provided by Planar Systems including TV Tuners Cat 5 Inter
25. n 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 ANTENNA LEAD IN WIRE ANTENNA DISCHARGE UNIT NEC SECTION 810 20 GROUNDING CONDUCTORS NEC SECTION 810 21 Hif ET VA GROUND CLAMP POWER SERVICE GROUNDING ELECTRODE SYSTEM NEC ART 250 PART H NEC NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE 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
26. or will become Amber Scaling Button Press the Scaling button to change the image to different aspects Aspects include Full Fill Aspect Ratio 4 3 to 16 9 Letterbox to 16 9 Letterbox Subtitles to 16 9 One to One Display Button Press the Display button to enable information display such as TV channel or source of connection Press the button again to turn off the information display Audio Swap Button Press the Audio Swap button to swap the main window s audio signal source with the PIP window s audio signal source Swap Button Press the Swap button to swap the main window s video signal source with the PIP window s video signal source PIP Position Button Press the PIP Position button to cycle through 9 different PIP window positions 15 al mal l PLANAR PIP Size Button Press the PIP Size button to select through 3 different PIP window sizes PIP Input Button Press the PIP Input button to activate the PIP window Pressing the PIP Input button will cycle the PIP window through all available input sources The PIP window will deactivate once it cycles through all inputs Note The PIP input source cannot be the same with the main window s input source Quick Quick Buttons Shortcut to access the Brightness Contrast Volume Treble Bass and Balance adjustment Make selection by pressing and and use Volume Up Down to change the setting Press repeatedly to circle through the selections
27. ory Information Agency Approvals european usa sey lus emissions 66058 Immunity ergonomic Federal Communications Commissions FCC Statement FCC Information The FCC Radio Interface Statement includes the following warning This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to part 15 of the FCC rules These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions may cause harmful interference to radio communications When such interference to radio or television reception occurs the user will be required to correct the interference at own expense The interference may be correctly using one or more of the following measures Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna Connect the equipment into an different outlet from the receiver FCC Warning To assure continued FCC compliance the user must use the provided grounded power supply cord and the provided shielded video interface cables to connect to this equipment Changes or modifications not expressly approved by Planar Systems Inc could void the FCC compliance and negate the user s authority to operate the product 41 PLANAR
28. out of range message on the screen x Refer to Video information menu in OSD menu to ensure the correct format of input signal 32 Troubleshooting a PLANAR Before calling the technical support or service technician please read through this lists of problems and possible solutions According to the industrial standards there are a certain number of defective pixels both bright and dark that are acceptable Although we produce panel with more than 99 99 percent active cells there still may be some cells that do not produce light or remain lit For more information please contact sales or the technical support There is no picture or sound Make sure the power cord is properly inserted in the Power outlet Reception other than those of broadcasting stations can be considered Make sure the main power switch of the unit is on There is no picture from AV Picture There is no sound Make sure the BLACK LEVEL is properly adjusted Backlight may have reached the end of service life Make sure all the video connections are connected properly Make sure the volume is not set to minimum Make sure the sound is not set to mute Make sure that speaker are properly connected 33 p PLANAR There is no picture or sound just noise The reception may be weak The state of the broadcast may also be bad Make sure the antenna is not disconnected Picture is not clear The reception may be we
29. rnal Press Menu Key to Next Page Audio functions and selections are identical for both PC mode and Video mode User may adjust Mute Volume Treble Bass Balance and Speaker from this menu Most of the functions in this menu can also access by using Quick button on the remote control 21 p PLANAR Q OSD Window Settings fal PC Video 2 E2 fH rr a 7 a OSD Position E O 0O e JI eJ Ls e JI eJ Ll R E Move Screen Time 23 Seconds rl en Press Menu Key to Next Page VOL gt Enter Select This menu is for adjusting the OSD menu window User may change OSD Position OSD Timeout OSD Background and System Reset for back to default Lal OSD Position EJ OO AAG EJ LJ 9 OSD Background Opaque Translucent lE Move Screen Mode Off Model Mode2 Move Screen Time 23 Seconds biih System Reset Press Menu Key to Next Page VOL gt Enter Select The screen move feature decreases chance of image burn When a static image is being displayed on the screen for an extended period of time enable the move screen mode feature to protect the screen Under move screen mode user may select from 3 different types including off model and mode2 For move screen time item user may adjust the length of time between the images from 5 to 255 sec 22 PLANAR Advanced Settings PIP Set Z Advance Advance V chip
30. screen to show different input source simultaneously Zoom and Freeze Function Enlarge minimize or freeze the image Screen Aspect Ratio Control 16 9 or 4 3 HDTV Signal Compatible Accepts HDTV signals up to 1080i when using external DTV receiver OSD Language 10 Languages TV Tuner NTSC TV System 125 Channel Receivable Supports Closed Caption Supports V Chip TV Rating Function Interface AV Input S Video Composite Video Audio L R Component Video Y Cb Cr Y Pb Pr TV Output TV Video Audio out PC Interface DVI connector and D Sub 15 Communication Port 9 Pin Serial Port Power Supply Power Input AV 100 VAC 240 VAC Frequency 50 Hz 60 Hz Power Consumption 430Watts Average pr PLANAR Environment Operating environment Temperature 5 C to 40 C Relative humidity 20 to 85 non condensing Storage environment Temperature 20 C to 60 C 40 to 140 F Relative humidity 5 to 95 non condensing Dimension and Weight Dimension 1030 mm W x 700 mm H x 300 mm D with Stand Weight 34 kg without Stand Display Size 922 mm W X 518mm H Aspect Ratio 16 9 31 a PLANAR Video Modes There are total of 15 default timing modes in factory setting listed in the table below Factory Setting Modes ANALOG VGA Resolution Horizontal Vertical Remark Horizontal Frequency Frequency KHz O 1 Hz 7 n x When the input signal exceeds the unit s allowable range it will display Signal
31. 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 E TV Video and Audio Out Outputs TV video audio signal to an external evice Built in Speakers Built in stereo speakers with 3 watts per channel Input Signals it Component Video YCbCr YPbPr Composite Video it S Video Analog VGA D Sub 15pin fte Digital DVI RS232 Communication Port D Sub 9pin TV Tuner Built in 1 anoptional set top HDTV receiver box is required to receive digital signals p PLANAR Content of Package When you are unpacking the product make sure that you have the following items Plasma TV Monitor 2 Monitor Stand D Power cord 2 S Video cable nd M lal Analog video signal cable RCA Video Audio cable D Sub 15 cable Lal Remote Control and AAA Battery User s Manual fA tiie wm V mp OTF png aa PLANAR PLANAR 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
32. y gives you specific legal rights and you may have other rights which vary from locality to locality Some localities do not allow limitations on implied warranties and or do not allow the exclusion of incidental or consequential damages so the above limitations and exclusions may not apply to you 39 PLANAR Maintenance Guidelines It is required to provide proper care to the PDP Please follow the instructions on the maintaining your PDP al e Attention Before cleaning be sure to unplug the power core f Do not use the PDP near water as it contains sensitive electronic parts and high voltage Do not use any chemical or alcohol to clean the surface of the PDP Do not drop liquid of any kind or stick any object into the PDP Cleaning for Cover and Remote ft Use soft cotton cloth When the dust gets on cover or remote control dipping cloth in diluted neutral detergent dry it to wipe out the dust do not let liquid goes inside of unit and then clean it with cloth Cleaning for Screen The surface of screen is fragile glass do not clean with sharp objects for fear of scraping glass Do not heavily press or slap glass to prevent glass crack t When cleaning the PDP glass use a soft or a lint free cloth with alcohol to gently clean the glass Do not use window cleaners or solutions that contain ammonia and chemical of any kind to clean the display 40 PLANAR Regulat
33. ystem After the channel being saved user may use the Up Down button on the remote to search through channel It also allow user add or erase channels according to the user preference To add or erase the channel select channel edit first and enter channel number by the Number Buttons After entering the number select Channel Add Erase and then use Right button to select Add or Erase 24 p PLANAR Parental Control V Chip Setup lal V Chip technology allows parents to block unsuitable programming for under age viewers First user must set up a password Press Menu button on the remote control to select Video Information page and then select V Chip Press Right button and then key in 111111 to enter the password change screen Enter new password and then exit out of the menu If you have forgotten your password you may use reminder code 168168 to go into Change Password Number screen al After setting up the password go back into V Chip menu with the new password It will display the following items TV Guidelines MPAA Rating and Change Password Number and V chip Volatile p PLANAR tet gt Press Menu Key to Next Page To set up parental control select TV Guidelines Blocking and then press Right button to the set the TV Guidelines Blocking Press Up Down buttons to select any rating then press Right button it will display the different contents of age
34. z x PLANAR PDA2ED Plasma TV USER S GUIDE www planar com The information contained in this document is subject to change without notice This document contains proprietary information that is protected by copyright All rights are reserved No part of this document may be reproduced translated to another language or stored in a retrieval system or transmitted by any means electronic mechanical photocopying recording or otherwise without prior written permission Windows is a registered trademark of Microsoft Inc Other brand or product names are trademarks of their respective holders Contents Itnportatit Inforteatiopi vas ont e e ada i rtt ea bb Lt e D NEA oes 1 Satety Precautii 2 100 3 Gohitentob Package casas te t onmi et or etis tc tod re e da tette 4 OUICR orat deo suc CnC E M MEM MM ME 6 FTODEPPaHel ies ER LORS RESO GLICO 6 Front Panel Controls sR neice tun N BELLS est nee ees 7 PRAM NS een cco ves tava tmb BES ER nu CMS EE 8 SS Uv TENS UCONN doas ta e tra e o en Ro PEE ad 9 Getting Started ioco ei PR date de n dta rdc dut 9 Video Audio 10 External 11 Other connects caede e o uoa na rt dn 12 Full Function Remote CODIETOLG s orto IR REI FOE RR DEED TO RETRO ERR 13 Remote Control Overviews odios P TR TORT TO Gi SCAM HERE 13 Using the Remote CODETFO siete teo ehe ees bees r 15 On Screen Display OSD 18 OSD Vlenui OVEN EW
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