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Gateway GTW-P46M103 User Manual

Your Gateway Plasma TV
GTW-P46M103
user'sguide
Setting up
Troubleshooting
Contents
1 Introducing Your Gateway Plasma TV. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Important safeguards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Turning on your plasma TV . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Front controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Back panel connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Audio, video, RGB, and DVI connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
2 Connecting Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Understanding video connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Connecting your DVD player . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Using component video (AV2) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Using S-Video (AV1) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Using composite video (AV1) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Connecting your HDTV decoder set-top box . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Using component video (AV2) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Using RGB video . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Connecting your VCR or video camera . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Using S-Video (AV1) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Using composite video (AV1) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Using coaxial (RF) audio and video (VCR only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Connecting off-air TV or cable TV . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Using coaxial (RF) audio and video . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Connecting a computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Using DVI video . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Using RGB video . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
3 Adjusting Your Plasma TV Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Using the OSD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
OSD menus and options (TV, AV1, and AV2 video sources) . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
OSD menus and options (DVI or RGB video sources) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
4 Maintenance and Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Cleaning and maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Cleaning the screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Cleaning the exterior . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
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Avoiding image burn-in . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39
Telephone support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .41
A Safety, Regulatory, and Legal Information. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .43
Index. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
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Introducing
Your Gateway
Plasma TV
This chapter provides basic information about your Gateway Plasma TV.
Read this chapter to learn about:
■ Features
■ Warnings and safeguards
■ Package contents
■ Controls and connections
Illustrations in this guide show the TV mounted to the stand. You may have purchased the wall mount instead.
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Features

Your plasma TV features:
■ Bright, flicker-free image
■ Automatic detection and conversion of film content for correct display
with minimal motion artifacts (noise)
■ Accurate color processing
■ Picture-in-picture (PIP)
■ HDTV signal compatibility using an external HDTV decoder with RGB or
component video outputs
■ Advanced Zoom and Freeze functions
■ Multi-Scan support
■ Selectable fixed/variable audio outputs
■ Built-in internal amplifier and speakers
■ Built-in Digital Visual Interface (DVI) to eliminate the need for
digital-to-analog conversion
■ 852 × 480 XGA support for computer input.
■ 720p and 1080i support for HDTV signals
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Important safeguards

Warning Risk of electric shock - Do not open

To reduce the risk of electric shock, do no remove the back cover. There are no user-serviceable parts inside. Removing the back cover voids the warranty.
Have your plasma TV repaired by qualified service personnel only.
Warnings and precautions
■ Do not place your hands, face, or objects close to the ventilation openings
of your plasma TV. The top of your plasma TV gets very hot from exhaust air that is released through the ventilation openings. Burns or personal injuries may occur if you are too close to the plasma TV. Damage may occur if you place any object near the top of your plasma TV.
■ Disconnect all cables before moving your plasma TV. Moving your
plasma TV with its cables attached may damage the cables and cause fire or electric shock danger.
■ Do not expose your plasma TV to rain or moisture.
Important safeguards
■ Keep your plasma TV away from excessive dust, high temperatures,
moisture, or direct sunlight.
■ Use your plasma TV in a well-ventilated area and do not cover the
ventilation openings.
■ Do not modify your plasma TV or use an unshielded power cord or video
input source cable, or you may experience excessive interference.
■ Disconnect your plasma TV and unplug the power cord when the TV is
not used for a long period of time.
■ If the picture displayed is in any way abnormal, turn off your plasma TV,
then disconnect it from the electrical outlet. Make sure that your video input source cable is connected correctly, then reconnect your plasma TV to the electrical outlet.
■ Disconnect your plasma TV from the electrical outlet before cleaning or
performing maintenance. Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners. Use only a slightly damp cloth for cleaning.
■ Do not place your plasma TV on an unstable cart, stand, or table. Your
plasma TV may fall, causing serious damage.
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■ Do not place your plasma TV on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surfaces.
■ Never place your plasma TV near or over a radiator or heat source.
■ Do not install your plasma TV in an enclosed area unless correct
ventilation is provided.
■ Your plasma TV should be operated from the type of power source
indicated on the label. If the type of available power is unknown, consult your electrician or local power company.
■ Your plasma TV 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 cannot plug the power cord into the outlet, contact your electrician. Do not alter the plug because this will defeat the safety feature.
■ Do not rest objects on the power cord and avoid placing the power cord
near high traffic areas.
■ Do not overload wall outlets and extension cords because this can result
in a risk of fire or electric shock.
■ Unplug your plasma TV and contact qualified service personnel if:
■ The power cord or plug is damaged or frayed.
■ Liquid has been spilled into your plasma TV.
■ Your plasma TV has been exposed to water or moisture.
■ Your plasma TV does not operate normally when the operating
instructions are followed. Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions. Incorrect adjustment of other controls may result in damage which often requires extensive work by a qualified technician to restore your plasma TV to normal operation.
■ Your plasma TV has been dropped or the cabinet has been damaged.
Avoid image burn-in
■ Displaying the same stationary images over an extended period of time,
such as a black bar, stock ticker, video game, or a shopping channel logo, can leave a permanent ghost image (burn-in). Avoid burn-in by mixing your viewing patterns. Do not show the same stationary image for more than 15% of your total TV viewing in any one week.
■ Use the Image Move option in the on-screen display (OSD) menus to
reduce the chance of image burn-in. For more information, see “Advanced” on page 33 and “Advanced” on page 36.
Your warranty does NOT cover screen burn-in.
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Package contents

Along with your plasma TV, the packaging box contains the following items:
Remote control
Two AA batteries
Package contents
Power cord
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User guide
Remote control user guide
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Accessories

You can purchase these optional accessories for your plasma TV:
■ Stand mount kit. The stand mount kit contains all of the required
hardware for mounting your plasma TV to a stand. For more information, see the Stand Mount Installation Guide at support.gateway.com
■ Wall mount kit. The wall mount kit contains all of the required hardware
for mounting your plasma TV on your wall. (Gateway recommends you use a qualified installer.) For more information, see the Wall Mount Installation Guide at support.gateway.com
■ Cable kits. Gateway cable kits consist of high-quality gold cables of various
lengths, including:

■ RCA composite video cable

■ S-Video cable

■ RCA component video cable

■ RCA audio cable

■ VGA video cable

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Accessories
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■ DVI-D video cable
Contact Gateway for these and other accessories.
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Turning on your plasma TV
To turn on your plasma TV:
1 Connect the power cord to the power cord connector on the side of your
plasma TV, then plug the other end of the power cord into a correctly grounded electrical outlet or surge protector.
Power cord connector
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Turning on your plasma TV
2 Press the main power switch on the side of your plasma TV. The Status LED
on the front turns red and your plasma TV is ready to turn on.
Main power switch
3 Press the power button on the front of your plasma TV. The Status LED
on the front turns green.

Warning If you will be away for an extended period of time, turn off

your plasma TV with the main power switch instead of using the remote control or front POWER button.
For added protection during a lightning storm or when it is left unattended or unused for long periods of time, unplug your plasma TV from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable system.
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Front controls

Status LED and
Remote Control Sensor
Input
Channel and
Menu
Vol um e an d Menu
Menu
Power
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Button Description
Front controls
Status LED and Remote control sensor
Status LED.
■
Not lit - No AC power is detected. The main power switch is off or the power cord is disconnected.
■
Solid Red - The main power is on and your plasma TV is off.
■
Solid Green - Your plasma TV is on.
Remote Control Sensor. Receives signals from the remote control. Do not block.
Input Switches between available input sources.
Channel and Menu Channel. Changes the channel.
Menu . Selects on-screen display (OSD) options. For more information, see “Using the OSD” on page 30.
Volume and Menu Vol um e. Increases or decreases the volume.
Menu . Adjusts on-screen display (OSD) options. For more information, see “Using the OSD” on page 30.
Menu Opens the OSD.
OSD Active: Advances to the next main menu within the OSD. For more information, see “Using the OSD” on page 30.
Power Turns your plasma TV on and off after the main power switch is
turned on. When you turn your plasma TV on or off, wait three seconds before pressing this button again.
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Back panel connections

External speaker
connections
Connector Description
External speaker connections Connects additional external speakers.
Audio, video, RGB and DVI connections
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See “Audio, video, RGB, and DVI connections” on page 13.
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External speaker connections
Back panel connections

Audio, video, RGB, and DVI connections

Video/
Audio Out
Antenna
Connector
Audio Out Connects to an audio device, such as a receiver.
Video/Audio In Connects to a composite audio/video device, such as a VCR.
Component Video/Audio In
DVI In Connects to a DVI video device, such as a computer or set-top box.
Antenna Connects to a VHF/UHF antenna or cable TV.
Video Out
Description
Connects to a component audio/video device, such as a DVD player.
Audio In
S-Video
Component
Video/Audio In
RGB In
DVI In
RS-232
Video Out BNC-style cable connector.
S-Video Connects to an S-Video device, such as a satellite dish receiver or digital
cable box.
RGB In Connects to an RGB video device, such as a computer or set-top box.
RS-232 Connects to a computer to display the computer image on the plasma TV
using customized software (typically used by business, education, or government). For more information see the
Technical Reference
at support.gateway.com.
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RS-232 Serial Connection
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