Pioneer PDP-4270XA User Manual

PDP-4270XA

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Replacement and mounting of an AC plug on the power supply cord of this unit should be performed only by qualified service personnel.

The wire which is coloured brown must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter L or coloured red.

NOTE After replacing or changing a fuse, the fuse cover in the plug must be replaced with a fuse cover which corresponds to the colour of the insert in the base of the plug or the word that is embossed on the base of the plug, and the appliance must not be used without a fuse cover. If lost replacement fuse covers can be obtained from your dealer. Only 13 A fuses approved by B.S.I or A.S.T.A to B.S.1362 should be used.

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IMPORTANT

FOR USE IN THE UNITED KINGDOM.

The wires in this mains lead are coloured in accordance with the following code:

Green and Yellow : Earth Blue : Neutral Brown : Live

If the plug provided is unsuitable for your socket outlets, the plug must be cut off and a suitable plug fitted.

The cut- off plug should be disposed of and must not be inserted into any 13 amp socket as this can result in electric shock. The plug or adaptor or the distribution panel should be provided with 13 A fuse. As the colours of the wires in the mains lead of this appliance may not correspond with coloured markings identifying the terminals in your plug, proceed as follows ; The wire which is coloured green and yellow must be connected to the terminal in the plug which is marked with the letter E or by the earth symbol , or coloured green or green and yellow. The wire which is coloured blue must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter N or coloured black.

WARNING

This equipment is not waterproof. To prevent a fire or shock hazard, do not place any container filed with liquid near this equipment (such as a vase or flower pot) or expose it to dripping, splashing, rain or moisture.

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The following symbols are found on labels attached to the product. They alert the operators and service personnel of this equipment to any potentially dangerous conditions.

This product complies with the Low Voltage Directive (73/23/EEC, amended by 93/68/EEC), EMC Directives (89/336/EEC, amended by 92/31/EEC and 93/68/EEC).

WARNING

Before plugging in for the first time, read the following section carefully.

The voltage of the available power supply differs according to country or region. Be sure that the power supply voltage of the area where this unit will be used meets the required voltage (e.g., 230V or 120V) written on the rear panel.

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WARNING

This product equipped with a three-wire grounding (earthed) plug-aplugthathasathird(grounding)pin. This plug only fits a grounding-type power outlet. If you are unable to insert the plug into an outlet, contact a licensed electrician to replace the outlet with a properly grounded one. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the grounding plug.

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WARNING

This symbol refers to a hazard or unsafe practice which can result in personal injury or property damage.

CAUTION

This symbol refers to a hazard or unsafe practice which can result in severe personal injury or death.

WARNING

To prevent a fire hazard, do not place any naked flame sources (such as a lighted candle) on the equipment.

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VENTILATION CAUTION

When installing this unit, make sure to leave space around the unit for ventilation to improve heat radiation. For the minimum space required, see page 15.

WARNING

Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for ventilation to ensure reliable operation of the product, and to protect it from overheating. To prevent fire hazard, the openings should never be blocked or covered with items (such as newspapers, table-cloths, curtains) or by operating the equipment on thick carpet or a bed.

CAUTION

The power switch does not completely separate the unit from the mains in off position. Therefore install the unit suitable places easy to disconnect the mains plug in case of the accident. The mains plug of unit should be unplugged from the wall socket when left unused for a long period of time.

STANDBY/ON Button STANDBY:

power flow is cut and the unit is no longer fully operational.

When placed into the standby mode, the main

STANDBY/ON Indicator: The indicator is lit red when the

unit is in the standby mode and is lit blue when it is in the power-on mode.

Contents

Thank you for buying this Pioneer product.

Please read through these operating instructions so you will know how to operate your model properly. After you have finished reading the instructions, put them away in a safe place for future reference. In some countries of regions, the shape of the power plug and power outlet may sometimes differ from that shown in the explanatory drawings. However the method of connecting and operating the unit are the same.

Contents

01 Important user information

02 Safety precautions

Installation precautions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

03 Supplied accessories

04 Part names

Plasma television (front) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12

Plasma television (rear). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13

Remote control unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14

05 Preparation

Installing the plasma television . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15

Moving the plasma television . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15

Preventing the plasma television from falling over . . . . . . . . . . . . .16

Stabilizing on a table or floor. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16

Using a wall for stabilization . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16

Attaching/detaching the Pioneer stand. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16

Detaching the stand . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Reattaching the stand. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17

Basic connections. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18

Connecting the antenna . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

Routing cables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18

Attaching the ferrite core . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18

Connecting the power cord. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19

Preparing the remote control unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19

Inserting batteries. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

Operating range of the remote control unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19

06 Watching TV

Turning the power on . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21

Plasma television status indicators. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21

Changing channels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21

Using P+ / P– on the remote control unit. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22

Using 0 to 9 on the remote control unit. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22

Tuning to your favourite channels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

Changing the volume and sound. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22

Using i + / i – on the remote control unit . . . . . . . . . . . .22

Using e on the remote control unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23

Switching the broadcast audio channel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23

Freezing images . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23

07 The Home Menu

Home Menu overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

Using the Home Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

08 Setting up

Setting up TV channels. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

Using Auto Installation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

Setting up analogue TV channels manually . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

Reducing video noise . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

Setting Child Lock. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

Selecting a decoder input terminal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

Labeling TV channels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

Sorting preset TV channels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

Language setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

AV Selection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

Basic picture adjustments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

Advanced picture adjustments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

Using PureCinema. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

Using Colour Temp. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

Using CTI . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

Using Colour Management . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

Using Colour Space . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

Using Intelligent Colour . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

Eliminating noise from images. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

Using the Dynamic Range Expander (DRE) functions . . . . . . . . . 31

Using the 3DYC and I-P Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

Sound adjustments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

FOCUS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

Front Surround. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

Power Control. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33

Energy Save . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33

No Signal off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33

No Operation off. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33

09 Useful adjustment settings

Switching the vertical drive frequency . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34

Adjusting image positions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34

Selecting an input signal type. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34

Colour system setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34

Selecting a screen size manually . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35

Selecting a screen size automatically . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35

Selecting a screen size for 4:3 aspect ratio signals. . . . . . . . . . . . 36

Changing the brightness at both sides of the screen (Side Mask). . 36

Sleep Timer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36

Using a password . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36

Contents

Entering a password . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36

Changing the password. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37

Resetting the password function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37

Disabling the password function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37

10 Using with other equipment

Connecting a DVD player . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38

DVD playback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38

Connecting a decoder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38

Displaying a decoder image. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38

Connecting a VCR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38

VCR playback. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39

Connecting a game console or camcorder. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39

Displaying an image from the game console or camcorder . . . . . 39

Connecting an amplifier/AV receiver . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39

Using the HDMI Input . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40

Connecting HDMI equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40

Using i/o link.A. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41

Selecting the SCART terminal for use with i/o link.A . . . . . . . . . . 41

English

11 Using Teletext

Using the Teletext Functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42

What is Teletext? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42

Operating the Teletext basics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42

Turning on and off Teletext . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42

Selecting and operating Teletext pages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42

Displaying subpages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43

Displaying TOP Over View . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43

Displaying subtitle pages. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43

12 Additional information

Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44

SCART pin assignments. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45

Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46

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Chapter 1

Important user information

In order to obtain maximum enjoyment from this Pioneer PureVision PDP-4270XA Plasma Television, please first read this information carefully.

With the Pioneer PureVision PDP-4270XA, you can be assured of a high quality plasma television with long-life and high reliability. To achieve images of exceptional quality, this Pioneer plasma television incorporates state-of-the-art design and construction, as well as very precise and highly advanced technology.

The Pioneer PureVision PDP-4270XA Plasma Television incorporates the latest in colour filter technology: Direct Colour Filter. This improves the colour /picture reproduction of these models as compared to previous models. It also eliminates the need for a physical glass panel to be placed in front of the plasma display, which furthers Pioneer’s continued goal of reducing environmental waste in consumer electronics, now during the manufacturing process and in the future during the recycling process.

Over the course of its lifetime, the luminosity of the Pioneer PDP4270XA Plasma Television will diminish very slowly, such as with all phosphor-based screens (for example, a traditional tube-type television). To enjoy beautiful and bright images on your Pioneer plasma television for a long time, please carefully read and follow the usage guidelines below:

Usage guidelines

All phosphor-based screens (including conventional tube-type televisions) can be affected by displaying static images for a prolonged period. Plasma televisions are no exception to this rule. After-image and permanent effects on the screen can be avoided by taking some basic precautions. By following the recommendations listed below, you can ensure longer and satisfactory results from your plasma television:

• Whenever possible, avoid frequently displaying the same image or virtually still moving pictures (e.g. closed-captioned images or video game images which have static portions).

• Do not display Teletext for a prolonged period of time.

• Avoid viewing the on-screen display for extended periods, from a decoder, DVD player, VCR and all other components.

• Do not leave the same picture freeze-framed or paused continuously over a long period of time, when using the still picture mode from a TV, VCR, DVD player or any other component.

• Images which have both very bright areas and very dark areas side by side should not be displayed for a prolonged period of time.

• When playing a video game, the “GAME” mode setting within “AV Selection” is strongly recommended. However, please do not use this mode for long periods of time.

• After playing a game or displaying any still image, it is best to view a normal moving picture in the “WIDE” o r “FU LL” s cree n set ting for more than 3 times the length of the previous still moving image.

• After using the plasma television, always switch the display to “STANDBY” mode.

Installation guidelines

The Pioneer PureVision PDP-4270XA Plasma Television incorporates a very thin design. To ensure safety, please take the proper measures to mount or install the plasma television, in order to prevent the unit from tipping over in the event of vibration or accidental movement.

This product should be installed by using only parts and accessories designed by Pioneer. Use of accessories other than the Pioneer stand or installation bracket may result in instability, and could cause injury. For custom installation, please consult the dealer where the unit was purchased. To ensure correct installation, experienced and qualified experts must install the unit. Pioneer will not be held responsible for accident or damage caused by the use of parts and accessories manufactured by other companies.

To avoid malfunction and overheating, make sure that the vents on the main unit are not blocked when installing to ensure proper heat emission:

• Distance the unit slightly from other equipment, walls, etc. For the minimum space required around the unit, see page 15.

• Do not fit the unit inside narrow spaces where ventilation is poor.

• Do not cover with a cloth, etc.

• Clean the vents on the sides and rear of the unit to remove dust build-up, by using a vacuum cleaner set to its lowest suction setting.

• Do not place the product on a carpet or blanket.

• Do not leave the product tilted over.

• Do not turn the product upside down.

Using the unit without proper ventilation may cause the internal temperature to rise, and could result in possible malfunction. When the surrounding or internal temperature exceeds a certain degree, the display will automatically power off in order to cool the internal electronics and prevent hazardous occurrences.

Any malfunction may occur due to: an inappropriate installation site, improper assembly, installation, mounting, or operation of this product, modifications made to the product. However, Pioneer cannot be held responsible for such accidents or malfunction.

Note

The following are typical effects and characteristics of a phosphorbased matrix display and as such, are not covered by the manufacturer’s limited warranties:

• Permanent residual images upon the phosphors of the panel.

• The existence of a minute number of inactive light cells.

• Panel generated sounds, examples: Fan motor noise, and electrical circuit humming/glass panel buzzing

Caution

• Pioneer bears no responsibility for any damage arising from incorrect use of the product by you or other people, malfunctions when in use, other product related problems, and use of the product except in cases where the company must be liable.

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Plasma television protection function

When still images (such as photos and computer images) stay on the screen for an extended period of time, the screen will be slightly dimmed. This is because the protection function of the plasma television automatically adjusts the brightness to protect the screen when detecting still images; so this does not designate malfunction. The screen is dimmed when a still image is detected for about three minutes.

Information of pixel defect

Plasma displays display information using pixels. Pioneer plasma television panels contain a very large number of pixels. (Depending on the panel size; over 2.3 million cells in case of a 42 inch display). All Pioneer display panels are manufactured using a very high level of ultra-precision technology and undergo individual quality control.

In rare cases, some pixels can be permanently switched off, or on, resulting in either a black or coloured pixel permanently fixed on the screen.

This effect is common to all plasma televisions because it is a consequence of the technology.

If the defective pixels are visible at a normal viewing distance of between 2.5 meters and 3.5 meters whilst viewing a normal broadcast (i.e. not a test card, still image or single colour display) please contact the supplying dealer.

If, however, they can only be seen close up or during single colour displays then this is considered normal for this technology.

Infrared rays

The plasma television releases infrared rays because of its characteristics. Depending on how the plasma television is used, the remote controls of nearby equipment may be adversely affected or wireless headphones using infrared rays are interfered by noise. If this is the case, place that equipment at a location where its remote control sensor is not affected.

Radio interference

While this product meets the required specifications, it emits a small amount of noise. If you place such equipment as an AM radio, personal computer, and VCR close to this product, that equipment may be interfered. If this happens, place that equipment far enough from this product.

Plasma television driving sound

The screen of the plasma television is composed of extremely fine pixels and these pixels emit light according to received video signals. This principle may make you hear buzz sound or electrical circuit humming from the plasma television.

Do not attach such items as labels and tape to the product.

This may result in the discolouration or scratch of the cabinet.

When not using the product for a long period of time

If you do not use the product for a long period of time, the functions of the product may be adversely affected. Switch on and run the product occasionally.

Condensation

Condensation may take place on the surface or inside of the product when the product is rapidly moved from a cold place to a warm place or just after a heater is switched on in winter morning, for example. When condensation takes place, do not switch on the product and wait until condensation disappears. Using the product with condensation may result in malfunction.

Cleaning the surface of the screen and the glossy surface of the front cabinet

When cleaning the surface of the screen or the glossy surface of the front cabinet, gently wipe it with a dry soft cloth; the supplied cleaning cloth or other similar cloths (e.g., cotton and flannel). If you use a dusty or hard cloth or if you rub the screen hard, the surface of the product will be scratched.

If you clean the surface of the screen with a wet cloth, water droplets on the surface may enter into the product, resulting in malfunction.

Cleaning the cabinet

When cleaning the cabinet of this product, gently wipe it with a clean soft cloth (e.g., cotton and flannel). If you use a dusty or hard cloth or if you rub the cabinet hard, the surface of the cabinet will be scratched.

The cabinet of this product is mostly composed of plastic. Do not use chemicals such as benzene or thinner to clean the cabinet. Using these chemicals may result in quality deterioration or coating removal.

Do not expose the product to volatile gas or fluid such as pesticide. Do not make the product contact with rubber or vinyl products for a long period of time. The effect of plasticizer in the plastic may result in quality deterioration or coating removal.

If you clean the surface of the cabinet with a wet cloth, water droplets on the surface may enter into the product, resulting in malfunction.

Handles at the rear of the plasma television

Do not remove the handles from the rear of the plasma television. When moving the plasma television, ask another person for help and

use the handles attached to the rear of the plasma television. Do not move the plasma television by holding only a single handle. Use the handles as shown.

Do not use the handles to hang the product when installing or carrying the product, for example. Do not use the handles for the purpose of preventing the product from tilting over.

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Fan motor noise

The rotation speed of the cooling fan motor increases when the ambient temperature of the plasma television becomes high. You may hear the sound of the fan motor at that time.

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Caution

Panel sticking and after-image lag

Displaying the same images such as still images for a long time may cause after-image lagging. This may occur in the following two cases.

After-image lagging due to remaining electrical load

When image patterns with very high peak luminance are displayed for more than 1 minute, after-image lagging may occur due to the remaining electric load. The after-images remaining on the screen will disappear when moving images are displayed. The time for the afterimages to disappear depends on the luminance of the still images and the time they had been displayed.

After-image (lag image) due to burning

Avoid displaying the same image on the plasma television continuously over a long period of time.

If the same image is displayed continuously for a long period, or for shorter periods of time over several days, a permanent after-image may remain on the screen due to burning of the fluorescent materials. Such images may become less noticeable if moving images are later displayed, but they will not disappear completely.

Note

• To prevent screen burning, the display position is automatically changed slightly when the power is switched on or the input changed. Depending on the broadcast content, some parts of the picture may not be visible.

Preventing Damage from screen burning

• We recommend that you enjoy watching images displayed in full screen, except when doing so may result in copyright infringement (see page 35).

• The energy save function can be set to help prevent damage from screen burning (see page 33).

If you want to dispose this product, do not mix it with general household waste. There is a separate collection system for used electronic products in accordance with legislation that requires proper treatment, recovery and recycling.

Private households in the 25 member states of the EU, in Switzerland and Norway may return their used electronic products free of charge to designated collection facilities or to a retailer (if you purchase a similar new one).

For countries not mentioned above, please contact your local authorities for the correct method of disposal. By doing so you will ensure that your disposed product undergoes the necessary treatment, recovery and recycling and thus prevent potential

negative effects on the environment and human health.

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Chapter 2

Safety precautions

Electricity is used to perform many useful functions, but it can also cause personal injuries and property damage if improperly handled. This product has been engineered and manufactured with the highest priority on safety. However, improper use can result in electric shock and/or fire. In order to prevent potential danger, please observe the following instructions when installing, operating and cleaning the product. To ensure your safety and prolong the service life of your product, please read the following precautions carefully before using the product.

1. Read instructions - All operating instructions must be read and understood before the product is operated.

2. Keep this manual in a safe place - These safety and operating instructions must be kept in a safe place for future reference.

3. Observe warnings - All warnings on the product and in the instructions must be observed closely.

4. Follow instructions - All operating instructions must be followed.

5. Cleaning - Unplug the power cord from the AC outlet before cleaning the product. To clean the product, use the supplied cleaning cloth or other soft clothes (e.g., cotton, flannel). Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners.

6. Attachments - Do not use attachments not recommended by the manufacturer. Use of inadequate attachments can result in accidents.

7. Water and moisture - Do not use the product near water, such as bathtub, washbasin, kitchen sink and laundry tub, swimming pool and in a wet basement.

8. Stand - Do not place the product on an unstable cart, stand, tripod or table. Placing the product on an unstable base can cause the product to fall, resulting in serious personal injuries as well as damage to the product. Use only a cart, stand, tripod, bracket or table recommended by the manufacturer or sold with the product. When mounting the product on a wall, be sure to follow the manufacturer's instructions. Use only the mounting hardware recommended by the manufacturer.

9. When relocating the product placed on a cart, it must be moved with utmost care. Sudden stops, excessive force and uneven floor surface can cause the product to fall from the cart.

10. Ventilation - The vents and other openings in the cabinet are designed for ventilation. Do not cover or block these vents and openings since insufficient ventilation can cause overheating and/or shorten the life of the product. Do not place the product on a bed, sofa, rug or other similar surface, since they can block ventilation openings. This product is not designed for built-in installation; do not place the product in an enclosed place such as a bookcase or rack, unless proper ventilation is provided or the manufacturer's instructions are followed.

11. Power source - This product must operate on a power source specified on the specification label. If you are not sure of the type of power supply used in your home, consult your dealer or local power company.

12. Power cord protection - The power cords must be routed properly to prevent people from stepping on them or objects from resting on them. Check the cords at the plugs and product.

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13. The plasma television used in this product is made of glass. Therefore, it can break when the product is dropped or applied with impact. Be careful not to be injured by broken glass pieces in case the plasma television breaks.

14. Overloading - Do not overload AC outlets or extension cords. Overloading can cause fire or electric shock.

15. Entering of objects and liquids - Never insert an object into the product through vents or openings. High voltage flows in the product, and inserting an object can cause electric shock and/or short internal parts. For the same reason, do not spill water or liquid on the product.

16. Servicing - Do not attempt to service the product yourself. Removing covers can expose you to high voltage and other dangerous conditions. Request a qualified service person to perform servicing.

17. Repair - If any of the following conditions occurs, unplug the power cord from the AC outlet, and request a qualified service person to perform repairs.

a. When the power cord or plug is damaged. b. When a liquid was spilled on the product or when objects have

fallen into the product. c. When the product has been exposed to rain or water. d. When the product does not operate properly as described in the

operating instructions. Do not touch the controls other than those described in the operating

instructions. Improper adjustment of controls not described in the instructions can cause damage, which often requires extensive adjustment work by a qualified technician.

e. When the product has been dropped or damaged. f. When the product displays an abnormal condition. Any noticeable

abnormality in the product indicates that the product needs

servicing.

18. Replacement parts - In case the product needs replacement parts, make sure that the service person uses replacement parts specified by the manufacturer, or those with the same characteristics and performance as the original parts. Use of unauthorized parts can result in fire, electric shock and/or other danger.

19. Safety checks - Upon completion of service or repair work, request the service technician to perform safety checks to ensure that the product is in proper operating condition.

20. Wall or ceiling mounting - When mounting the product on a wall or ceiling, be sure to install the product according to the method recommended by the manufacturer.

21. Heat sources - Keep the product away from heat sources such as radiators, heaters, stoves and other heat- generating products (including amplifiers).

22. Unplug the power cord from the AC outlet before installing the speakers.

23. Never expose the screen of the plasma television to a strong impact, for example, by hitting it. The screen may be broken, resulting in fire or personal injury.

24. Do not expose the plasma television to direct sunlight for a long period of time. The optical characteristics of the front protection panel changes, resulting in discoloration or warp.

25. The plasma television weighs about 31.5 kg (69.5 lbs.). Because it has small depth and is unstable, unpack, carry, and install the product with one more person at least and use the handles.

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Installation precautions

Observe the following precautions when installing with any items such as the optional stand.

When using the optional stand, brackets, or equivalent items

• Ask your dealer to perform the installation.

• Be sure to use the supplied bolts.

• For details, see the instruction manual that comes with the optional stand (or equivalent items).

When using other items

• Consult your dealer.

• The following six mounting holes can be used for the installation:

Rear view

Mounting holes Mounting holes

Median line

Caution

• Be sure to use four or more mounting holes symmetrical to the vertical and horizontal median lines.

• Use M8 screws, which go 12 to 18 mm in depth from the mounting surface of the plasma television. See the side view above.

• Be careful not to block the ventilation opening at the rear of the plasma television.

• Be sure to install the plasma television on a flat surface because it contains glass.

• The screw holes other than the above are to be used only for the specified products. Never use them for mounting non-specified products.

Note

• It is strongly recommended to use the optional Pioneer mounting products.

• Pioneer shall not be liable for any personal injury or product damage that results from the use of mounting items other than the optional Pioneer products.

Side view

Median line

Plasma television

Mounting surface

Mounting bracket (or equivalent)

12 mm to 18 mm

M8 screw

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Chapter 3

Supplied accessories

Check that all of the following accessories are supplied in the box.

Remote control

AA size batteries x 2

Ferrite core

Cable tie (for ferrite core)

Speed clamps x 3

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Power cable

Only the power cable appropriate for your country or region is supplied:

For Europe, except UK and Republic of Ireland

For UK and Republic of Ireland

Bead bands x 3

Cleaning cloth

Warranty card

Operating instructions x 2

Hexagonal wrench (Diagonal size : 6 mm)

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Chapter 4

Part names

Plasma television (front)

Side Front

INPUT 4

POWER

Viewed from the underside of the display

Side

6 7

2 3 4

SLEEPON STANDBY

1POWER button 2 POWER ON indicator 3 STANDBY indicator 4 SLEEP indicator 5 Remote control sensor 6 STANDBY/ON button 7 INPUT button 8VOLUME +/– buttons 9 CHANNEL +/– buttons 10 PHONES output terminal 11 INPUT 4 terminal (S-VIDEO) 12 INPUT 4 terminal (VIDEO) 13 INPUT 4 terminal (AUDIO)

Viewed from the front of the display

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Plasma television (rear)

Rear

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7 8

1 AC IN terminal 2 INPUT 3 terminal (HDMI) 3 RS-232C terminal (used for factory setup) 4 ANT (Antenna) input terminal 5 INPUT 1 terminal (SCART) 6 INPUT 2 terminal (SCART) 7 INPUT 3 terminal (SCART) 8 INPUT 2 terminal

(COMPONENT VIDEO: Y, P

9 AUDIO OUTPUT terminals

, PR)

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Remote control unit

Point the remote control at the plasma television to operate.

12 13

6 7

10 11

15 16

17 18

5P+/P–

TV/External input mode: Selects a channel.

w/x

TELETEXT mode: Selects a page.

6 g

Sets the sound multiplex mode.

7 RETURN

Restores the previous menu screen.

8 ///

Selects a desired item on the setting screen.

ENTER

Executes a command.

9 Colour (RED/GREEN/YELLOW/BLUE)

TELETEXT mode: Selects a page.

10 [

TV/External input mode: Jumps to the Teletext subtitle page.

11 k

Displays hidden characters.

12 f

TV/External input mode: Selects the screen size.

TELETEXT mode: Switches Teletext images. (full/upper half/lower half)

13 d

TV/External input mode: Freezes a frame from a moving image. Press again to cancel the function.

1 

Turns on the power to the plasma television or places it into the standby mode.

2 INPUT

Selects an input source of the plasma television. (INPUT 1, INPUT 2, INPUT 3, INPUT 4)

30 - 9

TV/External input mode: Selects a channel. TELETEXT mode: Selects a page.

4 p y

TV/External input mode: Displays the channel information.

TELETEXT mode: Stops updating Teletext pages. Press again to release the hold mode.

14 i +/i –

Sets the volume.

15 e

Mutes the sound.

16 HOME MENU

TV/External Input mode: Displays the Menu screen.

17 m

Selects the TELETEXT mode (all TV image, all TEXT image, TV/TEXT image).

18 l

TELETEXT mode: Displays an Index page for the CEEFAX/FLOF format. Displays a TOP Over View page for the TOP format.

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Chapter 5

Preparation

Installing the plasma television

Over 50 cm

Over 10 cm

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Moving the plasma television

When installing on a rack, etc., hold the plasma television as shown below.

Location

• Avoid direct sunlight. Maintain adequate ventilation.

• Because the plasma television is heavy, be sure to have someone help you when moving it.

Caution

• If you do not leave sufficient space above the plasma television, it will not receive enough ventilation and will not operate properly.

Note

• Allow enough space around the upper and back parts when installing to ensure adequate ventilation of the rear of the unit.

Caution

Operating Environment

Operating environment temperature and humidity: +0 ºC to +40 ºC; less than 85 % RH (cooling vents not blocked). Do not install this unit in a poorly ventilated area, or in locations exposed to high humidity or direct sunlight (or strong artificial light).

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Preventing the plasma television from falling over

After installing the stand, be sure to take special care to ensure that the plasma television will not fall over.

Stabilizing on a table or floor

Stabilize the plasma television as shown in the diagram using screws that are available on the market.

Note

• To stabilize the plasma television on a table or on the floor, use screws that have a nominal diameter of 6 mm and that are at least 20 mm long.

6 mm

9 mm to 15 mm

20 mm min.

Using a wall for stabilization

1 Attach falling prevention bolts (hooks) to the plasma television.

2 Use strong cords to stabilize it appropriately and firmly to a wall, pillar, or other sturdy element.

Perform this work in the same way on the left and right sides. Use hooks, cords and fittings that are available on the market.

Recommended hook: Nominal diameter 8 mm, length 12 mm to 15 mm

12 mm to 15 mm

1. Hook

2. Cord

Fitting

Caution

• A table or an area of the floor with adequate strength should always be used to support the plasma television. Failure to do so could result in personal injury and physical damage.

• When installing the plasma television, please take the necessary safety measures to prevent it from falling or overturning in case of emergencies, such as earthquakes, or of accidents.

• If you do not take these precautions, the plasma television could fall down and cause injury.

• The screws, hooks, chains and other fittings that you use to secure the plasma television to prevent it from overturning will vary according to the composition and thickness of the surface to which it will be attached.

• Select the appropriate screws, hooks, chains, and other fittings after first inspecting the surface carefully to determine its thickness and composition and after consulting a professional installer if necessary.

Attaching/detaching the Pioneer stand

Caution

• The weight of a 42 inch plasma television is about 31.5 kg (69.5 lbs.), it has little depth, and is unstable. Therefore, at least two people must assemble and install it.

Detaching the stand

1 Loosen and remove the two installation bolts (1) using the supplied hexagonal wrench.

Installation bolts (1) (M8 x 30 mm: silver)

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2 Loosen and remove the two installation bolts (2) using the supplied hexagonal wrench.

Installation bolts (2) (M8 x 60 mm: silver)

3 Remove the plasma television from the stand.

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Line up the column supports with the bottom of the plasma television, as indicated in the accompanying diagram.

2 Attach the plasma television at the points indicated by the arrows and tighten the installation bolts (2) firmly using the supplied hexagonal wrench.

• Make sure to keep the installation bolts (1) and (2) that have been removed as they are reused when attaching the stand to the plasma television.

Note

• Be sure to install the plasma television in a flat, stable location.

Reattaching the stand.

1 Fit the stand's support columns to the bottom of the plasma television as indicated by the arrows, then slowly insert them vertically.

• Be extremely careful not to insert the support columns of the stand into any part of the plasma television other than the stand insertion slots. Doing so might damage the plasma television panel or its ports or result in warping of the stand.

Installation bolts (2) (M8 x 60 mm: silver)

3 Tighten the installation bolts (1) firmly using the supplied hexagonal wrench.

Installation bolts (1) (M8 x 30 mm: silver)

Note

• Be sure to install the plasma television in a flat, stable location.

• Insert the screws into the holes vertically and do not tighten them with more force than necessary.

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Basic connections

Connecting the antenna

To enjoy a clearer picture, use an outdoor antenna. The following is a brief explanation of the types of connections that are used for a coaxial cable.

Standard DIN45325 plug (IEC169-2)

75-ohm coaxial cable (round cable) (commercially available)

• Connect a 75-ohm coaxial cable (commercially available) to the ANT terminal.

Antenna cable (commercially available)

If your outdoor antenna uses a 75-ohm coaxial cable with a standard DIN45325 plug (IEC169-2), plug it into the antenna terminal at the rear of the plasma television.

Routing cables

Use the speed clamps as necessary to route the connecting cables. cables. The diagrams below show the location of the holes on the rear of the plasma television.

Attaching and removing speed clamps

Insert [1] into an appropriate hole on the rear of the plasma television and snap [2] into the back of [1] to lock the clamp.

• Speed clamps are designed to be difficult to undo once in place. Please attach them carefully.

• Use pliers to twist the clamp 90º, pulling outward. The clamp may deteriorate over time and become damaged if removed.

• Be careful not to subject any connecting cables to strain.

Note

• Use the speed clamps as necessary.

Attaching the ferrite core

To help prevent noise, attach the supplied ferrite core to the connector end of the power cord as shown. Use the supplied cable tie to prevent the ferrite core from slipping on the cable.

Note

• If the antenna is not connected correctly, the quality of reception may be impaired. If images are not displaying correctly, check whether the antenna connection is correct or not.

To power outlet

AC power cord

As close as possible

Ferrite core

Cable tie

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Note

• Disconnect the power cord from the power outlet when the plasma television is not going to be used for a long period of time.

Connecting the power cord

Rear view

Europe, except UK and Republic of Ireland

Power cord

UK and Republic of Ireland

Preparing the remote control unit

Inserting batteries

1 Open the battery cover.

3 Close the battery cover.

Caution

Improper use of batteries can result in chemical leakage or an explosion. Be sure to follow the instructions below.

• When you replace the batteries, use manganese or alkaline ones.

• Place the batteries with their terminals corresponding to the (+) and (–) indicators.

• Do not mix batteries of different types. Different types of batteries have different characteristics.

• Do not mix old and new batteries. Mixing old and new batteries can shorten the life of new batteries or cause chemical leakage in old batteries.

• Remove batteries as soon as they have worn out. Chemicals that leak from batteries can cause a rash. If you find any chemical leakage, wipe thoroughly with a cloth.

• The batteries supplied with this product may have a shorter life expectancy due to storage conditions.

• If you will not use the remote control unit for an extended period of time, remove the batteries from it.

• WHEN DISPOSING OF USED BATTERIES, PLEASE COMPLY WITH GOVERNMENTAL REGULATIONS OR ENVIRONMENTAL PUBLIC INSTITUTION’S RULES THAT APPLY IN YOUR COUNTRY/AREA.

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2 Load the supplied two AA size batteries while inserting their respective negative polarity (–) ends first.

Place batteries with their terminals corresponding to the (+) and (–) indicators in the battery compartment.

Operating range of the remote control unit

Operate the remote control unit while pointing it toward the remote control sensor (t) located at the bottom right of the front panel of the plasma television. The distance from the remote control sensor must be within 7 m and the angle relative to the sensor must be within 30 degrees in the right, left, upward, or downward direction.

30 º

7 m

Remote control sensor

30 º

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Caution

• Do not expose the remote control unit to shock. In addition, do not expose the remote control unit to liquids, and do not place in an area with high humidity.

• Do not install or place the remote control unit under direct sunlight. The heat may cause deformation of the unit.

• The remote control unit may not work properly if the remote control sensor of the plasma television is under direct sunlight or strong lighting. In such case, change the angle of the lighting or plasma television, or operate the remote control unit closer to the remote control sensor.

• When any obstacle exists between the remote control unit and the remote control sensor, the remote control unit may not function.

• As the batteries become empty, the remote control unit can function within a shorter distance from the remote control sensor. Replace the batteries with new ones early enough.

• The plasma television emits very weak infrared rays from its screen. If you place such equipment operated through infrared remote control as a VCR nearby, that equipment may not receive commands from its remote control unit properly or entirely. If this is the case, place that equipment at a location far enough from the plasma television.

• Depending on the installation environment, infrared rays from the plasma television may not allow this system to properly receive commands from the remote control unit or may shorten allowable distances between the remote control unit and the remote control sensor. The strength of infrared rays emitted from the screen differs, depending on images displayed on the screen.

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Chapter 6

Watching TV

Important

• Before watching broadcast channels, the built-in TV tuner must be set up. See Setting up TV channels on page 25 for how to do this.

Turning the power on

• To turn on the system, press POWER on the bottom-left of the front of the plasma television.

The POWER ON indicator lights blue.

• To switch the system back into standby, press  on the remote control unit or STANDBY/ON on the plasma television’s control panel on the right-hand side.

The STANDBY indicator lights red.

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Plasma television status indicators

The table below shows the operational status of the plasma television. You can check the current status of the system with the indicators on the plasma television.

Indicator status System status

POWER ON STANDBY

The power cord of the plasma television has been disconnected. Or, the power cord of the plasma television has been connected but the POWER button of the plasma television is off.

Power to the system is on.

The system is in the standby mode.

For other than the above, see Troubleshooting on page 44.

Changing channels

Use the remote control or the control panel on the right-hand side of the plasma television to change channels.

• You can then turn on the system again by pressing  or 0 to 9 on the remote control or STANDBY/ON on the plasma television. If you press 0 on the remote control unit, images come from the INPUT 1 source. If you press 1 to 9, TV images display.

• You can also press POWER on the plasma television to turn off the system. However, you cannot then turn on the system again by pressing the buttons on the remote control unit or STANDBY/ON on the plasma television.

Note

• When the system is placed into standby mode, the main power flow is cut and the system is no longer fully operational. A minute flow of power feeds the system to maintain operational readiness.

• If you are not going to use the plasma television for a long period of time, be sure to remove the power cord from the power outlet.

Channel display

AAA

STEREO

10:00

STANDARD

FULL

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Using P+ / P– on the remote control unit

• Press P+ to increase the channel number.

• Press P– to decrease the channel number.

When viewing Teletext information:

• Press P+ to increase the page number.

• Press P– to decrease the page number.

See also Using the Teletext Functions on page 42.

Note

•The CHANNEL +/– buttons on the plasma television work in the same way as P+ / P–.

• P+ / P– cannot pick up channels that are set to skip. For Channel Skip, see steps 13 and 14 under Setting up analogue TV channels manually on page 25.

• P+ / P– cannot pick up channels that are not registered as favourites. For favourite channel registration, see steps 13 and 14 under Setting up analogue TV channels manually on page 25.

Using 0 to 9 on the remote control unit

• Select channels directly by pressing buttons 0 to 9.

For example: To select channel 2 (1-digit channel), press 2. To select channel 12 (2-digit channel), press 1 then 2.

When viewing Teletext information:

• View a page directly which is 3-digit page number from 100 to 899 by pressing buttons 0 to 9. See also Operating the Teletext basics on page 42.

Tuning to your favourite channels

If you have registered your favourite channels, selecting from the registered list may be the easiest way to tune to those channels.

Note

• You can register up to 16 channels as your favourite channels. For the registration, see steps 13 and 14 under Setting up analogue TV channels manually on page 25.

1 While watching broadcasts, press ENTER to call up the Favourite Channel List.

Favourites

**********

****

**********

****

2 Select a favourite channel to tune in (/, / then ENTER).

• Press RETURN to exit the Favourite Channel List.

Changing the volume and sound

Note

• In standby, when you press 0, the power turns on and images come from the INPUT 1 source. Or, when you press any button from 1 to 9, TV images display.

Use the remote control or the control panel on the right-hand side of the plasma television to adjust the volume.

Using

+ /

– on the remote control unit

• To increase the volume, press i +.

• To decrease the volume, press i –.

Volume adjustment

• VOLUME +/– on the plasma television operates the same as i + / i –.

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Using e on the remote control unit

• Press e to mute the sound. e appears on the screen.

Muting

• Press e again or i + to restore the sound.

Switching the broadcast audio channel

Depending on the broadcast, you can switch the audio channel.

• Press - to change the audio channel.

 mode  mode

I II MONO

MONO mode

Note

• In each of the sound multiplex mode selected using the - button, the display changes depending on broadcasting signals being received.

• Once the MONO mode is selected, the sound remains mono even if the system receives a stereo broadcast. You must switch the mode back to  or  mode if you want to hear stereo sound again.

• Selecting a sound multiplex mode while the input source is INPUT 1 to 4 does not change the type of sound. In this case, sound is determined by the video source.

Freezing images

Use the following procedure to capture and freeze one frame from a moving image that you are watching.

Important

• Displaying a static image for a long period of time, or for shorter periods of time everyday, may result in image retention.

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The table below shows the available audio channels by broadcast audio type.

NICAM BroadcastsA2 Broadc asts

Stereo

Bilingual

Monaural

Stereo

Bilingual

Monaural

AAA

NICAM STEREO