Microtek MHP1-HD User Manual

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PLASMA DISPLAY

USER MANUAL

MHP1-HD

Preface

Copyright

Copyright © 2005, Microtek International, Inc., all rights reserved. This document may not be
reproduced or copied in any way, stored electronically, or translated into any language, without the
permission of Microtek International, Inc.

Disclaimer

The contents of this manual have been checked carefully for accuracy and every effort has been made to
ensure that there are no errors. However, Microtek makes no guarantee as to the accuracy of the
contents of this document and reserves the right to make changes to the contents without prior warning.

FCC Compliance

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two
conditions:

(1) This device may not cause harmful interference.
(2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired

Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Statement

This equipment (Model Type: MP42H2NS) 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.

operation.

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. However,
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 to 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.

Caution: Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the manufacturer responsible for
compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.

I49-003994 A
November 2005

Microtek Lab, Inc.
16941 Keegan Avenue, Carson, CA 90746
Main: 310-687-5800, Fax: [phone], http://www.microtekusa.com

Microtek International, Inc.
6, Industry East Road 3, Science Based Industrial Park Hsinchu, 300, Taiwan
Tel: [phone], Fax: [phone], http://www.microtek.com

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Safety Precaution

Before you use the Plasma Display Panel (PDP), be sure to read the following safety precautions, which
detail the proper operation of the PDP and its accessories to prevent injuries or damage to users or
equipment.

• TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARDS, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS UNIT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

• TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK FROM DANGEROUS VOLTAGES, DO NOT REMOVE
THE FRONT OR BACK COVER. THERE ARE NO USER SERVICEABLE INSIDE. CONSULT
QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL FOR MAINTENANCE AND SERVICE.

1. Read all safety and operating instructions before operating the product.

2. Retain all safety and operating instructions for future reference.

3. Unplug this product from the power outlet before cleaning it or performing any maintenance. Do not
use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use only a soft, damp cloth for cleaning.

4. Do not use this product near water, for instance, near a bathtub, wash basin, kitchen sink, or
laundry tub, in a wet basement, or near a swimming pool.

5. Do not place this product on a slippery, slanted, or any other unstable surface. The product may
slide or fall, causing serious injury to people as well as serious damage to the product. Use only
with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table recommended by the manufacturer or sold with the
product.

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6. Move the product on a suitable cart or trolley, with care and caution. Quick stops, excessive force,
and uneven surfaces may cause the product and cart combination to overturn.

7. Do not use attachments or accessories not recommended by the product manufacturer as they may
cause safety hazards.

8. Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for ventilation to ensure reliable operation of the
product and to protect it from overheating; these openings must not be blocked or covered. Never
block the openings by placing the product on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surface. This product
should not be placed in an enclosed installation such as a bookcase or rack, unless proper
ventilation is provided, or the manufacturer’s instructions have been adhered to.

9. Never push objects of any kind into this product through its openings as they may touch dangerous
voltage points or short-circuit parts that could result in a fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of
any kind on the product.

10. Use a power source only with a power rating specified on the marking label. If you are not sure of
the type of power supply in your home, consult your product dealer or local power company.

11. This product is equipped with a three-wire grounding type plug, i.e., a plug having a third
(grounding) pin. This 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 to replace the obsolete outlet.
Do not defeat the safety purpose of the grounding-type plug by removing the third pin.

12. Place and route the power supply cord such that it is not likely to be walked on or pinched by items
placed upon or against them, paying particular attention to the cord near the power plugs,
convenience receptacles, and at the point where it exits from the product.

13. If an outdoor antenna or cable system is connected to the product, be sure the antenna or cable
system is grounded so as to provide some protection against voltage surges and built-up static
charges.

14. For added protection for this product during a lightning storm, or when it is left unattended and
unused for long periods of time, unplug it from the power outlet and disconnect the antenna or
cable system. This will prevent damage to the product due to lightning and power surges.

15. An outdoor antenna system should not be located in the vicinity of overhead power lines or power
circuits, or where it can fall into such power lines or circuits. When installing an outdoor antenna
system, extreme care should be taken to keep them from touching such power lines or circuits, as
contact with them might be fatal.

16. Do not overload wall outlets and extension cords as this can result in a risk of fire or electric shock.

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17. Unplug this product from the power outlet and consult qualified service personnel for servicing
under the following conditions:

a) If the power-supply cord or plug is damaged.
b) If liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the product.
c) If the product has been exposed to rain or water.
d) If the product does not operate normally by following the operating instructions. Adjust only

those controls that are covered by the operating instructions as an improper adjustment of other
controls may result in damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified technician to

restore the product to its normal operation.
e) If the product has been damaged after falling or being dropped
f) If the product appears to be operating abnormally.

18. When replacement parts are required, be sure the service technician has used replacement parts that
are specified by the manufacturer or have the same characteristics as the original part. Unauthorized
substitutions may result in fire, electric shock, or other hazards.

19. Upon completion of any service or repairs to this product, ask the service technician to perform
safety checks to determine that the product is in proper operating condition.

20. The product should be situated away from heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or
other products (including amplifiers) that produce heat.

21. If you smell or see smoke coming from the product, turn off the product and disconnect the power
plug from the mains immediately. Contact a service center right away. If you continue to operate the
device under abnormal conditions, it may cause fire or you may receive an electric shock.

22. Do not hit or scratch the panel surface as this causes flaws on the surface of the screen.

23. Recommendations to avoid or minimize phosphor burn-in: Like all phosphor-based display devices
and all other gas plasma displays, plasma monitors can be susceptible to phosphor burn-in under
certain circumstances. Certain operating conditions, such as the continuous display of a static image
over a prolonged period of time, can result in phosphor burn if proper precautions are not taken. To
protect your investment in this plasma monitor, please adhere to the following guidelines and
recommendations to minimize the occurrence of image burn:

• Always enable and use your computer’s screen saver function during use with a computer input

source.

• Display moving images whenever possible.

• Change the position of the menu display from time to time.

• Always turn off the monitor when you are finished using it.

24. If the plasma monitor is in long-term use or continuous operation, take the following measures to
reduce the likelihood of phosphor burn:

Lower the brightness and contrast levels as much as possible without impairing image readability.

• Display an image with maximum number of colors and color gradations (for instant color

photographs).

• Create image content with minimal contrast between light and dark areas, for example white

characters on black backgrounds. Use complementary or pastel colors whenever possible.

• Avoid displaying images with few colors and distinct, sharply defined borders between colors.
NOTE: Burn-in is not covered by the warranty.

25. This monitor has been designed pursuant to the FCC class B Rules This is to prevent reception
problems for radio receivers.

• Keep the monitor away from radio receivers.

• Adjust radio antennas such that the monitor does not receive interference.

• The antenna cable of radio receivers should be kept away from the monitor.

• Use a coaxial cable for the antenna.

You can check if this monitor influences radio receivers by turning off all other equipment other than
the monitor.

If you find a problem receiving radio when using the monitor, make sure that you follow all the
instructions mentioned above.

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Table of Contents

Preface ................................................................................................................. 2

Safety Precautions................................................................................................ 3

CHAPTER 1

About Your PDP .................................................................................................... 7

Package Contents .............................................................................................................. 8

Front View ....................................................................................................................... 9

Rear Connectors .............................................................................................................. 10

Remote Control ............................................................................................................... 11

CHAPTER 2

Setting Up the PDP ............................................................................................. 12

Before Using Your PDP .................................................................................................... 12

Installing the Speakers ..................................................................................................... 13

CHAPTER 3

Making Connections ........................................................................................... 15

Connecting Power ..................................................................................................... 15

Viewing TV from Aerial Signals ................................................................................... 16

Connecting Cable for an Antenna or Cable TV ................................................... 16

Connecting a Cable TV Box ............................................................................ 17

Connecting External Devices to Your PDP ..................................................................... 18

Connecting to a VCR ..................................................................................... 19

Connecting to a DVD Player ........................................................................... 20

Connecting to a Camcorder or Video Game Set .................................................. 21

Connecting to a DTV Receiver (Set-Top Box) .................................................... 22

Connecting to a Second PDP or Monitor ........................................................... 23

Connecting to a Personal Computer .................................................................. 24

Specifications for Computer Modes ........................................................... 25

CHAPTER 4

Getting Started ................................................................................................... 26

Turning the PDP On ........................................................................................................ 26

Selecting the Input Source ................................................................................................ 26

Selecting the TV Input Source ..................................................................................... 26

Selecting the Video Input Source ................................................................................. 27

Selecting the TV System .................................................................................................. 27

Scanning for Channels ..................................................................................................... 27

Adding/Deleting Channels .......................................................................................... 28

Changing Channels .................................................................................................... 28

Channel Return ......................................................................................................... 28

Adjusting the Volume ...................................................................................................... 28

Changing the Screen Size ................................................................................................. 29

Selecting Stereo/SAP Broadcasts ....................................................................................... 29

Muting the Sound ........................................................................................................... 29

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CHAPTER 5

Using the PDP’s Features .................................................................................... 30

Navigating the Menu ....................................................................................................... 30

Optimizing the Picture – Brightness, Contrast, Hue, Saturation, Sharpness, Mode, Swap ........... 31

Adjusting the Sound – Volume, Mute, Bass, Treble, Balance ................................................. 32

Selecting Input Source – HDTV, YCbCr, Video 1 or 2, TV1 or 2, S-Video 1 or 2, VGA, DVI ... 33

Adjusting TV Settings – Antenna, System, MTS, Scan, Edit, Preview .................................... 34

Adjusting PC Display Settings – Auto, Clock, Phase, H Position, V Position,

Contrast, Brightness ........................................................................................................ 35

Viewing Picture-in-Picture (PIP) .......................................................................................... 36

Opening a PIP Window .............................................................................................. 37

Selecting PIP Input Source .......................................................................................... 37

Changing the Location of the PIP Window ..................................................................... 38

Alternating the PIP and Main Screen Sources ................................................................. 38

Changing the Aspect Ratio – Normal, Wide, Fill, Zoom ......................................................... 39

PDP Setup – Language, CC Type, V-Chip, Color Temp, Sleep, Default .................................... 40

Setting the Sleep Timer .............................................................................................. 41

Using the Closed Captions .......................................................................................... 41

Using the V-Chip Parental Control ................................................................................ 42

Using the V-Chip ................................................................................................ 42

A. Turning the V-Chip on ............................................................................... 42

B. Changing the PIN code ............................................................................... 42

TV Rating .......................................................................................................... 43

Movie Rating ...................................................................................................... 44

CHAPTER 6

Appendix ............................................................................................................ 45

Care and Maintenance ...................................................................................................... 45

Troubleshooting .............................................................................................................. 46

Specifications ................................................................................................................. 47

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CHAPTER 1

About Your PDP

Congratulations on your purchase of the 42" Plasma Display Panel (PDP). Your new PDP incorporates
the latest plasma technology, along with a variety of options for connecting an input source and an
easy-to-use on screen display (OSD) to help you in fine-tuning your viewing experience. The PDP with
an attached optional tuner module supports the latest digital TV standards, including high-definition
digital TV (HDTV), while, multilayer on-screen menus give you control and access to the various PDP
features. The PDP is also designed to be versatile to meet your viewing needs and fit neatly into any
room. It can be mounted on a wall or a stand.

Key features:

• World-wide multistandard video support for NTSC, PAL, or SECAM systems

• High-performance panel with 10-bit output format

• Inverse 3:2 NTSC/2:2 PAL pulldown for a smoother, superior picture

• Picture In Picture (PIP) support

• Easy PIP swap and PIP placement, with built in de-interlace

• Multilayer on-screen display menus

• Progressive and interlaced component video inputs: 480i, 480p, 720p, and 1080i

• Auto detection of input format with programmable input window

• Auto clock-phase adjustment

• Auto input timing mode detection

• V-Chip function for parental control of content

• Closed Caption function

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Picture Effects

Plasma displays provide you with an excellent viewing experience, providing images of high quality and
high resolution. The picture remains bright and vibrant under all types of lighting conditions; the image
is smooth and even because there are no visible scan lines.

The PDP not only supports the latest digital technologies, it also offers the means to view the type of
high-quality images that only HDTV and DVD can provide. The color is rich and realistic, with a
spectrum of literally millions of color variations, far beyond what a conventional TV or even an LCD can
offer. Your 42-inch plasma display takes the plasma technology a step further with pixel enhancement
and color space converters. The digital comb filter eliminates blurred edges, so that the picture remains in
sharp focus at all times.

Wide viewing angles let you watch comfortably from anywhere in the room, and the wide 16:9 aspect
ratio takes full advantage of the large screen, especially for viewing HDTV, which also uses the same
aspect ratio. And because many TV programs continue to broadcast in the narrower 4:3 aspect ratio, the
PDP also includes aspect ratio conversion to automatically convert to a 16:9 aspect ratio.

Picture features:

• 3D Motion de-interlace, 3D comb filter (NTSC), 3D noise reduction

• Processing and reduction of 3D jagged edges

• Auto Film Mode detection with inverse 3:2 NTSC/2:2 PAL pull down

• Color Transient Improvement (CTI)/Luma Transient Improvement (LTI)

• Proprietary pixel enhancement technology

• 4:3 image display on 16:9 output and aspect ratio conversion

• Frame rate up/down conversion

• Built-in programmable color space converters to enhance color performance

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Package Contents

Ensure that the following items are included in your package. If there are any damaged or missing parts,
contact customer service.

Two AAA batteries

(for use with remote control)

PDP with base stand attached

User Manual Power cable

Accessories for PDP Speakers

Speakers for the PDP are included in your
plasma display as standard accessories.
Make sure that the following items are
included after you have unpacked your
speakers.

Remote control

Screws (8)

Speakers (2)

Speaker cables (2)

Speaker brackets (4)

Cable clamps (2)

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Front View

CH

VOL

M

E

N

U

SOURCE

The following illustration shows the components on the front side of the PDP.

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SOURCE button

Press this button to switch between source signals:
HDTV (YPbPr), S-Video 1, Video 1, TV1
YCbCr, S-Video 2, Video 2, and TV2 (optional)

MENU button

Press this button to open the on-screen menu.

VOL (–/+) button

Press VOL+ to increase the volume.
Press VOL – to decrease the volume.

CH ( / ) button

Press CH to increase the channel number.
Press CH

to decrease the channel number.

(Power/Standby) button

Press this button to turn on the PDP or switch the
PDP to standby mode.

Power indicator

Indicates when the power is on.
Standby state — Red
Operating state — Green
Warm up state – Orange

IR receiver

Point the remote control at the IR (Infrared Remote)
receiver to operate the PDP.

Base unit

*

* The base unit you receive will depend on the
configuration of the PDP purchased.

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Rear Connectors

The following illustration show the connectors on the rear side of the PDP.

DVI In

Connects to devices such as a DVD player, set top
box, or computer with a DVI interface cable.

RS232 In

For Factory use only. Do not make any connections
to this port.

VGA In

Connects to computer using a VGA cable.

Component Video (Y, Cb, Cr)/Audio (L, R)

Connects to video output from devices such as a
DVD player, set top box, or cable TV box using a
YCbCr (Component video) cable and audio cables.

Component Video (Y, Pb, Pr)/Audio (L, R)

Connects to video output from devices such as a
DVD player, set top box, or high-definition TV
(HDTV) using a YPbPr (Component video) cable and
audio cables.

Audio (L, R)

Connects to the audio output of the input source
using audio cables.

Video 1 and Video 2

Connects to the composite video outputs of devices
such as a VCR or DVD player using a Standard
composite (AV) cable.

S-Video 1 and S-Video 2

Connects to the S-Video output port from devices
such as a DVD player or VCR using an S-Video
cable.

Video Out

Connects to the video input of a second PDP or
monitor or to devices such as a VCR or DVD
recorder using a composite video cable.

Audio Out (L, R)

Connects to the audio input of the input source
using audio cables.

Audio In

Connects to computer audio output.

Speaker Out

Connects to auxiliary stereo speakers.

Antenna In

Connects to an antenna or a cable box with a coaxial
antenna cable.

Power Switch

This is the master power switch to turn power on or
off.

Power Connector

Connects to the power cord.

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Remote Control

TV/VIDEO:

Selects main source signals.

DISPLAY:

Displays the

source and channel information.

MUTE:

Enables or disables audio.

SLEEP:

Sets a time interval after which the

PDP powers off (0, 30, 60, 90, 120

minutes).

CAPTION:

Press to enable closed captions and

teletext mode (OFF, CC1, CC2, CC3,

CC4, T1, T2, T3, T4).

PREVIEW:

Enables you to preview channels in

nine thumbnail windows.

CH SCAN:

Auto scan TV channels.

ANT/CABLE:

Selects TV source (antenna, cable TV).

MTS:

Multi-Channel Sound selection (Mono,

Stereo, SAP).

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POWER ( ):
Press to turn the PDP on and off.

CHANNEL NUMBERS:

Use these buttons to input the channel
number directly.

BACK:

Returns to the previously viewed channel.

MENU:

Opens or exit on-screen menu.

WIDE:

Sets the aspect ratios. (Normal, Wide,
Zoom, Fill).

CH : Moves up to the next channel.
CH : Moves down to the next channel.
VOL+: Increases the volume.
VOL–: Lowers the volume.

ENTER:

Enters settings or executes a command.

4-Way Arrow buttons ( / / / ):
Used for navigating the OSD menus (up,
down, left and right) or for adjusting the
settings when OSD menu is present.

PIP:

Press to enable PIP (Picture In Picture)
mode.

SOURCE:

Press to select the source signal for the PIP
window.

Inserting Remote Control Batteries

Remove the cover from
the remote control
battery compartment.

Insert two AAA batteries
into the compartment,
aligned according to the
correct polarity.

Replace the cover.

POSITION:

Press to change the position of the PIP
window.

SWAP:

Alternates main screen and PIP window
input sources.

Effective Operating Range

For best results, point the remote control directly
at the PDP and make sure nothing is blocking the
signal from the remote control to the PDP.

VOL

MENU

SOURCE

CH

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CHAPTER 2

Setting Up the PDP

This section explains how to install the PDP, connect it to power, and connect it to an antenna or TV
cable to view TV programs. It also explains how to connect to various audio/video devices using the
inputs located on the rear panel of the PDP.

Before Using Your PDP

Follow these guidelines when placing your PDP:

• Use only the stand (or wall mount unit) or mounting kit made especially for the PDP to mount the
PDP.

• Improper installation (or incorrect mounting steps) could result in damage to the PDP or injury to the
installer.

• Ensure that the PDP has adequate ventilation. Do not block the ventilation slots, and do not place
the rear of the PDP too close to a wall or furniture.

• Do not use the PDP in locations where there are extremes of temperature. Do not place the PDP in
direct sunlight.

• Do not expose the PDP to excessive humidity or dust.

• Do not place the PDP in locations where it may come in contact with water or liquids.

• Do not place the PDP on furniture that is unstable. The PDP could fall, causing harm to others, and
damage to the PDP.

• Do not place objects on the PDP.

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Installing the Speakers

Two side-mounted speakers are included in the PDP package. Follow the steps to mount the speakers
and connect them to the speaker outputs on the rear panel of the PDP:

1. Before beginning, make sure the main power switch on the PDP’s rear panel is switched off.

2. The screws for the speakers are already installed in the PDP. Remove the four screws from the left
and right edges of the rear panel, as indicated in the diagram below.

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.

3. Two speaker brackets are provided for each speaker,
along with two screws for each bracket. Attach the
brackets to the rear of each speakers, then tighten with
a screwdriver.

4. To fasten the speakers to the PDP unit, align each speaker with the holes on the rear side of the
PDP. Reinsert the screws removed from the panel in step one, then tighten.

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5. Connect the speaker cables to the Speaker Out connectors on the rear panel of the PDP and the
connectors on the speakers .

The speaker connectors and the cables are color coded according to polarity (red for +, black for –).
Match these colors and polarities when connecting the speaker cables. If connections are not made
correctly, the sound will lack fidelity and have a weak bass.

Each speaker has a cable with two jacks at each end. The connectors on the speakers and the rear
of the PDP have tabs. To insert cable jacks, first press on the tab, then insert the cable jacks.
Release the tabs to secure the cable jacks.

Tab

6. To keep the cables behind the PDP neat and in place, you can secure them with the supplied cable
clamps.

Warning:

When moving the PDP panel, hold the main PDP unit. Do not hold the speakers in case they are not
fixed to the panel securely.

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CHAPTER 3

Making Connections

Follow the instructions in this section to connect your PDP to various audio/video devices, or to view
TV programming from an aerial signal, cable box, or a digital set-top box.

Connecting Power

A master power switch is located at the rear of the PDP to completely turn power on and off. After
connecting the power cord, you can control the PDP’s power with this switch. For everyday use, you

can quickly and conveniently turn the PDP on or put it in standby mode by pressing the POWER ( )
button on the remote control.

1. Plug the power cord into the power connector on the rear of the PDP unit.

2. Plug the other end of the power cord into a wall socket.

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Power switch

To turn on the PDP:

1. Switch the power of the PDP to on. The power indicator on the front panel should stay in standby
(lights in red) status.

2. Press the POWER ( ) button on the remote control or on the PDP to turn on the PDP.

When the PDP is turned on, the power indicator changes from red to green; the PDP begins to
detect the previously set input signal source. When an input signal source is detected, the source
will be displayed on the PDP screen. If no signal is detected, a “No input signal” message will be
displayed on the PDP screen

To turn off the PDP:

1. Press the POWER ( ) button on the remote control or on the PDP to turn off the PDP.

When the PDP is turned off, the power indicator then changes to red, indicating the PDP is in
standby mode. You can leave the PDP in this state or switch the power to the “OFF” position.
Disconnect the power cord when the PDP is not used for an extended period of time.

2. Disconnect the power cord from the PDP.

NOTE:

• Only use the provided power cable. The cable includes a three-prong grounded plug. To keep

power properly grounded, use an appropriate outlet or converter plug.

• Use only the indicated voltages (AC 100 – 240 V, 50/60 Hz) to avoid fire or electric shock.

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