Pioneer PDP-5030HD, PDP-4330HD User Manual

PLASMA DISPLAY SYSTEM
SYSTEME D'ÉCRAN PLASMA

SISTEMA DE PANTALLA DE PLASMA

PDP-5030HD
PDP-4330HD

Operating Instructions
Mode d'emploi
Manual de instrucciones

Note to CATV system installer.
This reminder is provided to call the CATV system installer’s attention to Article 820-40 of the NEC that provides
guidelines for proper grounding and, in particular, specifies that the cable ground–shall be connected to the
grounding system of the building, as close to the point of cable entry as practical.

WARNING: THE APPARATUS IS NOT WATERPROOFS, TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT

EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE AND DO NOT PUT ANY WATER SOURCE NEAR THIS
APPARATUS, SUCH AS VASE, FLOWER POT, COSMETICS CONTAINER AND MEDICINE BOTTLE ETC.

NOTE:

15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a
residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed
and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. 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 receiver.

— Connect the equipment into 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.

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a class B digital device, pursuant to Part

Information to User

Alteration or modifications carried out without appropriate authorization may invalidate the user’s right to operate the
equipment.

[For Canadian model]

This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.

CAUTION:

This product satisfies FCC regulations when shielded cables and connectors are used to connect the unit to other
equipment. To prevent electromagnetic interference with electric appliances such as radios and televisions, use shielded
cables and connectors for connections.

FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION

DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY

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, and (2) this device must accept any interference received,
including interference that may cause undesired operation.

Product Name: Plasma Display System

Model Number: PDP-5030HD PDP-4330HD

Product Category: Class B Personal Computers & Peripherals

Responsible Party Name: PIONEER ELECTRONICS (USA), INC., Customer Support Div.

Address: P.O. BOX 1760, LONG BEACH, CA., 90801-1760 U.S.A.

Phone: [phone]

For Business Customer URL http://www.PioneerUSA.com

IMPORTANT NOTICE: The serial number for this equipment is located on the rear panel. Please write this
serial number on your enclosed warranty card and keep it in a secure area. This is for your security.

(Plasma Display)
(Media Receiver)

(PDP-503PU) (PDP-433PU)
(PDP-R03U) (PDP-R03U)

Dear customer

Thank you for your purchase of the PIONEER product. To ensure safety and many years of trouble-free operation
of your product, please read the IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS carefully before using this product.

Contents

Dear customer ……………………………………… 1
Contents ……………………………………………… 1
Important User Guidance Information ……………2
Features ……………………………………………… 3
Supplied accessories ………………………………4

Plasma Display ……………………………………4
Media Receiver …………………………………… 4

Preparation …………………………………………… 5

Installing the Plasma Display …………………… 5
Setting the system ……………………………… 6
How to route cables ……………………………… 7
Using the remote control unit ……………………8

Cautions regarding remote control unit …… 8
Inserting the batteries ……………………… 8
Cautions regarding batteries ………………8

Part names ……………………………………………9

Plasma Display ……………………………………9
Media Receiver ………………………………… 10
Remote control unit …………………………… 11

Watching TV ……………………………………… 12

Basic connection ……………………………… 12
Turning on the power ………………………… 14
Turning off the power ………………………… 14
Initial auto installation ………………………… 15
Simple button operations for changing

channels …………………………………… 16

Simple button operations for changing

volume/sound ……………………………… 17

Using FRONT SURR(SURROUND) on the

remote control unit ………………………… 18

Setting MTS/SAP stereo mode ……………… 19

Basic adjustment settings ……………………… 20

AV mode menu items ………………………… 20
PC mode menu items ………………………… 21
Moving the picture on the screen …………… 22
Auto installation ………………………………… 23
Channel setup ………………………………… 24
Language setting ……………………………… 26
Picture adjustments …………………………… 27

Color temperature ………………………… 28
Black ……………………………………… 28
3D-Y/C ……………………………………… 29
Black & White ……………………………… 29

PureCinema………………………………… 30
Sound adjustment ……………………………… 31
Power control …………………………………… 32

Power control for AV source ……………… 32

Power control for PC source……………… 33

Using external equipment ……………………… 34

Watching a DVD image ……………………… 35

Connecting a DVD player ………………… 35
Displaying a DVD image ………………… 35

Watching a VCR image ……………………… 36

Connecting a VCR ………………………… 36
Displaying a VCR image ………………… 36

Watching broadcasts via a Digital tuner …… 37

Connecting a Digital tuner ……………… 37
Displaying broadcasts via a Digital tuner 37

Enjoying a game console or viewing camcorder

images ……………………………………… 38
Connecting a game console or
camcorder …………………………… 38
Displaying an image of the game console

or camcorder images ………………… 38

Viewing an image from a computer ………… 39

Connecting a computer ………………… 39
Displaying an image from a computer … 39

Control cord connection ……………………… 40

Useful adjustment settings ……………………… 41

Image position (AV mode only) ……………… 41
Auto Sync. adjustment (PC mode only) …… 42
Fine Sync. adjustment (PC mode only) ……… 42
Input signal source …………………………… 43
AV SELECTION ………………………………… 44
Wide Mode ……………………………………… 45
Audio out ……………………………………… 46
Sleep timer ……………………………………… 46
Closed caption ………………………………… 47
Parental control (setting V-CHIP level) ……… 48
Secret number setting for parental control

(AV mode only) …………………………… 52

How to temporarily release

the V-CHIP BLOCK ……………………… 54

Reactivating the temporarily released

V-CHIP BLOCK …………………………… 54

Useful features …………………………………… 55

Multiscreen functions ………………………… 55
Learning remote control function …………… 56
Using the TV remote control unit to

control other device ……………………… 58

Appendix ………………………………………… 64

Troubleshooting ………………………………… 64
Computer compatibility chart ………………… 65
Specifications ………………………………… 66

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Important User Guidance Information

In order to obtain maximum enjoyment from this Pioneer PureVision PDP-5030HD/PDP-4330HD Plasma Display System, please first read

this information carefully.

With the Pioneer PureVision PDP-5030HD/PDP-4330HD, you can be assured of a high quality Plasma Display System with long-life and
high reliability. To achieve images of exceptional quality, this Pioneer Plasma Display System incorporates state-of-the-art design and
construction, as well as very precise and highly advanced technology. On a total of nearly 3 million light cells, more than 99.999 percent
of the cells remain active.

Over the course of its lifetime, the luminosity of the Pioneer PDP-5030HD/PDP-4330HD Plasma Display System 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 Display System for many years to come, 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 Display Systems 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:

• 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).

• Avoid viewing the On Screen Display for extended periods, from a Digital tuner, 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 game, the “GAME” mode setting within “AV SELECTION” is strongly recommended. However, please limit its use to

less than 2 hours at a time.

• After playing a game, or displaying a PC image or any still image, it is best to view a normal moving picture in the “WIDE” or “FULL”
screen setting for over 3 times longer than the previous still/moving image.

• After using the Plasma Display System, always switch the display to “STAND BY” mode.

Installation guidelines

The Pioneer PureVision PDP-5030HD/PDP-4330HD Plasma Display System incorporates a very thin design. To ensure safety, please take
the proper measures to mount or install the Plasma Display, 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 when installing, make sure that the vents on the main unit are not blocked. To ensure proper heat
emission:

• Distance the unit slightly from other equipment, walls, etc. more than 10 cm(3 15/16 inch)

• 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.

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 a hazardous occurrence.

Malfunction can be caused by many factors: inappropriate installation site, improper assembly/installation/mounting, improper operation
of or modifications made to this product. However, PIONEER cannot be held responsible for accidents or malfunction caused by the

above.

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Typical effects and characteristics of a phosphor-based matrix display such as permanent residual images upon the phosphors of the
panel and the existence of a minute number of inactive light cells in the screen are not covered by local warranties.

About the Plasma Panel’s protection function

The brightness of this display will deteriorate slightly when an image with little movement such as a photograph or computer image is
continuously displayed. This is caused by the Plasma Panel's protection function which detects images with slight movement and
automatically adjusts brightness to protect the display, and is not a malfunction.

This function begins operating when the display detects no or little screen movement for a period of about three minutes.

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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.

1. 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
after-images to disappear depends on the luminance of the still images and the time they had been displayed.

2. After-image (lag image) due to burning

Avoid displaying the same image on the Plasma Display continuously over a long period of time. If the same image is displayed
continuously for several hours, 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.

• The Energy save function can be set to help prevent damage from screen burning (See page 32-33).

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Features

• New WIDE XGA Plasma Panel

(H:1280 m V:768 pixels, PDP-5030HD)
(H:1024 m V:768 pixels, PDP-4330HD)

• Wide Viewing Angle

• SRS and FOCUS Sound System*

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• Dual TV Tuner

• Picture and Picture, Still Image Function

• 3-Language On Screen Display

• 4 Video Input and PC (XGA) Input

• Component Video Input and RGB Video Input

• Parental Control System (V-CHIP)

• Power-Saving Design

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Supplied accessories

Plasma Display

Power cord

Three bead bands

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• Always use the power cord supplied with the Plasma Display and the one supplied with the Media Receiver for each
respective unit.

Cleaning cloth

Warranty card

Three speed clamps

Media Receiver

Power cord Remote control unit

System cable Operating instruction

Two AA size batteries

(Alkaline battery)

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Preparation

Installing the Plasma Display

Over 50 cm

11

(19

/16 inch)

Over
10 cm

15

/16

(3
inch )

Locating

• Avoid the direct sunlight. Keep enough ventilation.

• The length of the system cable used to connect the

Plasma Display and the Media Receiver is about 3
m (118 inch).

• Because the Plasma Display is heavy, be sure to
move it by more than two persons.

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• If you place anything on top of the Media Receiver it will
not receive enough ventilation and not operate properly.

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• Keep enough space around the upper and back parts
when installing in order to ensure ventilation around the
backside.

Using the optional PIONEER stand

• For details on installation refer to the instruction
manual provided with the stand.

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• This product may be used only with model PDK-TS01
stand, use with other stands may result in instability
causing possible injury.

Using the optional PIONEER speakers

• For details on installation refer to the instruction
manual provided with the speaker.

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Operating Environment

Operating environment temperature and humidity: e0°C to
e40°C (e32F to e104F); less than 20 % to 80% RH (cooling

vents not blocked)
Avoid installing in the following locations:

• Under direct exposure to sunlight,

• Under strong artificial light,

• In high humidity,

• Poorly ventilated.

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Preparation

Setting the system

1. Connecting the system cable and the power cord to the Plasma Display

Plasma Display (rear view)

(bottom view)

(GRAY)(WHITE)

Power cord

For details on optional
PIONEER speaker
installation refer to the
speaker instruction
manual provided.

System cable

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• THESE SPEAKER TERMINALS CAN BE UNDER HAZARDOUS VOLTAGE WHEN YOU CONNECT OR DISCONNECT
THE SPEAKER CABLES. TO PREVENT THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT TOUCH UNINSULATED PARTS
BEFORE DISCONNECTING THE POWER CORD.

2. Connecting the system cable and the power cord to the Media Receiver

System cable

(GRAY) (WHITE)

Media Receiver (rear view)

AB

ANT/CABLE 75ΩOUT

MONITOR OUTPUT

RGB INPUT

COMPONENT VIDEO COMPONENT VIDEO

BPR

YP

INPUT 3

S-VIDEO

VIDEO R-AUDIO-L

YPBP

S-VIDEO VIDEO R-AUDIO-L

R

INPUT 1

IN

CONTROL

INPUT 2

OUT

RS-232C

(GRAY)

SYSTEM

CABLE

(WHITE)

AC INLET

Power cord

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Preparation

How to route cables

Speed clamps and bead bands are included with this System for bunching cables. Once properly bunched,
follow the steps below to route the cables.

To the left

System cable Speed clamps Bead bands Speaker cable

As viewed from the rear of the display.

To the right

System cableSpeaker cable Speed clamps Bead bands

Bunch cables using provided speed clamps

Attaching speed clamps to the main unit

Connect the speed clamps using the 4 holes marked with • below, depending on your routing system.

Attaching and removing speed clamps

Insert 1 into an appropriate hole on the rear of the Plasma Display and snap 2 into the back of 1 to fix the
clamp.
Speed clamps are designed to be difficult to undo once in place. Please attach carefully.
Use pliers to twist the clamp 90°, pulling outward. The clamp may deteriorate over time and become damaged
if removed.

2

1

Gather cables into a bunch, secure with provided bead bands

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• Cables can be routed to the right or left.

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Preparation

Using the remote control unit

Use the remote control unit by pointing it towards the remote sensor window.
Objects between the remote control unit and sensor window may prevent proper
operation.

Cautions regarding remote control unit

• 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 sensor window of
the Plasma Display is under direct sunlight or strong lighting. In such case,
change the angle of the lighting or Plasma Display set, or operate the remote
control unit closer to the remote sensor window.

Inserting the batteries

If the remote control unit fails to operate Plasma Display System functions,
replace the batteries in the remote control unit.

1 Open the battery cover. 2 Insert batteries (two AA size

3 Close the battery cover.

batteries supplied with product).

_

+

+

_

• Place batteries with their terminals

corresponding to the (e) and (f)
indicators in the battery compartment.

Cautions regarding batteries

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

• Do not use manganese batteries. When you replace the batteries, use alkaline ones.

• Place the batteries with their terminals corresponding to the (e) and (f) 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 do not plan to use the remote control unit for an extended period of time, remove the batteries from it.

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• WHEN DISPOSING OF USED BATTERIES, BE SURE TO COMPLY WITH GOVERNMENT REGULATIONS AND
ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION GUIDELINES THAT APPLY IN YOUR COUNTRY OR AREA.

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Part names

Plasma Display

Power indicator

MAIN POWER button

STANDBY/ON

INPUTSTANDBY/ON VOLUMECHANNEL

INPUT button VOLUME s/r buttons

STANDBY/ON button

CHANNEL s/r buttons Remote control sensor

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Part names

Media Receiver

Front view

INPUT 4 terminal (VIDEO)

PC INPUT terminal (ANALOG RGB)

CLEAR*

Push CLEAR lightly with the tip
of a pointed object like a
ballpoint pen.

MEDIA RECEIVER

STANDBY/ON

POWER

PDP-R03U

PC INPUT terminal (AUDIO) INPUT 4 terminals (AUDIO)

POWER button

INPUT 4 terminal (S-VIDEO)

* If you’re having problems operating the Media Receiver and want to return to normal screen, even when it

stays on (the indicator lights green), press CLEAR on the Media Receiver. Pressing CLEAR resets the System
as shown below.

• AV SELECTION resets to STANDARD

• TV channel returns to initial channel setting(Air:2ch, Cable:1 or 2ch)

• Multiscreen resets to normal

• Audio setting initializes

• SRS resets to Off.

• Image position initializes

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• Pressing CLEAR will not work if the System is in standby mode but the indicator lights red.

• Pressing CLEAR will not delete channel preset or secret number. See Page 53 for initializing factory preset settings when

you know your secret number. See Page 67 for initializing factory preset values when you have forgotten your secret
number.

Rear view

Antenna input
terminal (A)

Antenna input
terminal (B)

AB

INPUT 3
RGB INPUT
terminal

Antenna output
terminal

INPUT 3 COMPONENT
VIDEO terminals (Y, P

INPUT 3 terminal
(S-VIDEO)

ANT/CABLE 75ΩOUT

INPUT 3 terminal
(VIDEO)

COMPONENT VIDEO COMPONENT VIDEO

YP

INPUT 3

RGB INPUT

S-VIDEO

MONITOR OUTPUT

VIDEO R-AUDIO-L

MONITOR OUTPUT
terminal (S-VIDEO)

MONITOR OUTPUT
terminal (VIDEO)

MONITOR OUTPUT
terminals (AUDIO)

B, PR)

BPR

INPUT 3 terminals
(AUDIO)

INPUT 1 terminal
(S-VIDEO)

INPUT 1 terminal
(VIDEO)

YPBP

S-VIDEO VIDEO R-AUDIO-L

INPUT 2 terminals
(AUDIO)

INPUT 2 terminal
(VIDEO)

INPUT 2 terminal
(S-VIDEO)

INPUT 1 COMPONENT VIDEO
terminals (Y, P

B, PR)

INPUT 1 terminals
(AUDIO)

RS-232C terminal
(used in the factory setup)

R

INPUT 1

INPUT 2

IN

CONTROL

RS-232C

OUT

(GRAY)

SYSTEM

SYSTEM CABLE terminal
(GRAY)

CONTROL terminals
(IN/OUT)

CABLE

SYSTEM CABLE
terminal (WHITE)

(WHITE)

AC INLET

AC INLET terminal

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Part names

Remote control unit

11224 13

2

3

4
5

6

7

8

9

10

11

TV VCRCBL

/SAT

TV

/DTV

ANT INPUT

FRONT

SURR

AV

SELECTION

SPLIT

SCREEN

FREEZE

MODE

SLEEP LEARNEDIT/

DISPLAY

123

456

789

0

ⴐ

CH VOL

ⴑ

MENU TV/SAT/DVD

RETURN

SOURCE DTV/SAT

ABCD

CH

RETURN

MUTING

MENU

SET/

ENTER

FAVORITE CH

INPUT VOL

RECEIVER

PLASMA DISPLAY

Mode switch

DVD
/LD

MTS CC

ⴐ

SELECT

SUB SUB CH

INPUT ⴑ

CH

ENTER

ⴐ

ⴑ

DTV/DVD TOP

MENU

GUIDE

DTV/SAT

INFO

VCR REC

ⴑ

VOL

Set the mode switch to TV.

1TV a: Switch the Plasma Display power on or off.
2 FRONT SURR: Set SRS and FOCUS Sound System.
3 AV SELECTION: Select an audio or video setting.

14

15

4 SCREEN MODE: Select the screen size.

16

17

18

19

20

21

22

23

ⴐ

5 DISPLAY: Display the channel information.
6 SLEEP: Set the SLEEP timer.
7 CH RETURN: Return to the previous channel.
8CH k/l: Select the channel.
9 MENU: Display the menu screen.
10 MENU RETURN: Return to the previous menu screen.
11 a/b/c/d: Select a desired item on the setting screen.
12 ANT: Select the antenna. (A, B) (See page 12 for details)
13 INPUT: Select an input source of the Plasma Display.

(TV, INPUT 1, INPUT 2, INPUT 3, INPUT 4, PC)

: When pressed all buttons on the remote control unit

14

will light. The lighting will turn off if no operations
are performed within about 5 seconds. This button
is used for performing operations in dark places.

15 MTS: Select the MTS/SAP.
16 CC: Display captions during closed-caption source.
17 Dual picture mode select buttons

SPLIT: Set the dual picture mode. Press again to return

to normal screen.

FREEZE: Set the still image. Press again to return to

normal screen.

SELECT: Select the active screen.
SUB INPUT: Select an input source of sub screen.
SUB CH k/l: Select the channel of sub screen.

18 0 – 9: Set the channel.
19 CH ENTER: Execute a channel number.
20 VOL k/l: Set the volume.
21 e MUTING: Mute the sound.
22 SET/ENTER: Execute a command.
23 FAVORITE CH

A, B, C, D: Select any of four preset channels. (See

page 25 for ditails to set the FAVORITE CH.)
While watching you can toggle the set channels by
pressing A, B, C and D.

24 LED for transmission confirmation

(AV mode: STANDARD, DYNAMIC,
MOVIE, GAME, USER.
PC mode: STANDARD, USER.)

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• When using the remote control unit, point it at the Plasma
Display.

• See pages 56 to 63 for operating buttons not listed on
this page.

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Watching TV

Simple operations for watching a TV program

Basic connection

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. If your outdoor antenna uses a 75-ohm coaxial cable with an F-type connector,
plug it into the antenna terminal at the rear of the Media Receiver.

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• The Antenna and CABLE Converter cannot be connected at the same time.

Connecting VHF/UHF antenna

VHF antenna UHF antenna

The coaxial cable is already
connected at the time of
purchase.

A

OUT

B

U/V mixer

Media Receiver (rear)

Connecting the CABLE Converter

CABLE TV

A

CABLE Converter

OUT

Media Receiver (rear)

A

• Be sure connect the Antenna or the CABLE Converter as explained above. Signal reception may fail if not properly
connected.

• Be sure that the CABLE Converter output signal is assigned to the ANT-B input on the Media Receiver.

• How to change channels when the CABLE Converter output signal is connected to the ANT-B input on the Media Receiver.

•Press ANT on the remote control unit to switch to ANT-B.

•You can view an image right after selecting the output channel on the CABLE Converter.

B

Switching between Tuner A and Tuner B

To watch broadcasts via the two tuners, you can select it by pressing ANT on the remote control unit.

• While watching a broadcast press ANT to view the image received from the other tuner.

• Pressing ANT while viewing in Dual Screen mode (TV image and video image) with TV selected will display the TV image

of the other tuner.

• Pressing ANT while viewing Dual Screen with video selected will not change the image displayed.

• Pressing ANT while viewing Dual Screen with two TV images displayed will not have any effect.

• Pressing ANT while viewing Dual Screen with two video images displayed will switch the selected screen to a TV image.

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Watching TV

Connecting the power cord

Connect the power cord after all component connections have been completed.

Plasma Display (bottom view)

AC INLET

Power cord

Media Receiver (rear view)

COMPONENT VIDEO COMPONENT VIDEO

YP

RGB INPUT

MONITOR OUTPUT

INPUT 3

S-VIDEO

VIDEO R-AUDIO-L

AB

ANT/CABLE 75ΩOUT

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• Use only the power cord provided.

• Do not use a power supply voltage other than that indicated (AC 120 V, 60 Hz) as this may cause fire or electric shock.

• For the Plasma Display System, a three-core power cord with a ground terminal is used for efficiency protection. Always

be sure to connect the power cord to a three-pronged outlet and make sure that the cord is properly grounded. If you use
a power source converter plug, use an outlet with a ground terminal and screw down the ground line.

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• Always turn off the main power of Plasma Display and Media Receiver when connecting the power cords.

• Disconnect the power cord from the power outlet when the Plasma Display System is not going to be used for a long

period of time.

BPR

YPBP

S-VIDEO VIDEO R-AUDIO-L

R

INPUT 1

INPUT 2

SYSTEM
CABLE

(WHITE)

RS-232C

(GRAY)

OUT

IN

CONTROL

AC INLET

AC INLET

Power cord

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Watching TV

STANDBY/ON

STANDBY/ON

Power indicator

MAIN POWER

STANDBY/ON

POWER

POWER

Power indicator

Plasma Display

INPUTSTANDBY/ON VOLUMECHANNEL

Media Receiver

PLASMA DISPLAY SYSTEM

/SAT
/DTV

DVD
/LD

MTS CC

SELECT

SUB SUB CH

INPUT ⴑ

TV

AV

SELECTION

SCREEN

MODE

DISPLAY

TV VCRCBL

ANT INPUT

FRONT

SURR

SPLIT

FREEZE

SLEEP LEARNEDIT/

123

456

789

0

CH

ENTER

Turning on the power

1 Press MAIN POWER on the Plasma Display.

• The power indicator on the Plasma Display flashes red.

2 Press POWER on the Media Receiver.

• The System turns the power on.

• The power indicators on the Plasma Display and Media

Receiver lights up green.

• If the power indicators still light up red, press TV a on

the remote control unit or STANDBY/ON on the Plasma
Display to turn the System on.

First time turning on Media Receiver

MEDIA RECEIVER

PUSH

PDP-R03U

1 Press POWER on the Media Receiver.

• The power indicator on the Media Receiver lights up
red.

2 Press MAIN POWER on the Plasma Display.

• The System turns the power on.

• The power indicators on the Plasma Display and Media

Receiver lights up green.

• If the power indicators still light up red, press TV a on
the remote control unit or STANDBY/ON on the Plasma
Display to turn the System on.

A

• In this manual, “System” mean the Plasma Display Panel and
Media Receiver.

ⴐ

Turning off the power

1 Press TV a on the remote control unit or STANDBY/

ON on the Plasma Display.

• The System enters standby mode and the image on
the screen disappears.

• Both power indicators change from green to red.

2 Press POWER on the Media Receiver.

• The power indicator on the Media Receiver turns off
and the one on the Plasma Display flashes red.

3 Press MAIN POWER on the Plasma Display.

• The power indicator on the Plasma Display turns off
after approximately 5 seconds.

A

• If you are not going to use this System for a long time, be sure to
remove the Power cord from the power outlet.

Plasma Display status indicators

Off

Flashing red

Red

Green

Power off

Media Receiver does not turn on or its power cord is disconnected.

The Plasma Display System is in standby mode.

The Plasma Display System turns the power on.

Media Receiver status indicators

Off

Red

Green

Power off

Only the Media Receiver is in standby mode or the Plasma Display System is in standby mode.

The Plasma Display System turns the power on.

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Watching TV

Initial auto installation

When you turn on the Plasma Display System for the first time, it will automatically memorize the broadcasting
channels where you live. Perform the following steps before you press TV a.

1. Insert the batteries into the remote control unit. (See page 8.)

2. Connect the antenna cable to the Media Receiver. (See page 12.)

3. Plug in the power cord to the wall outlet. (See page 13.)

Language

English

Français

Español

Air/Cable

Air

Cable

Language menu

Antenna menu

1. Setting a language

1 Press a/b to select the desired language listed

on the screen.

2 Press SET/ENTER to enter the setting.

2. Setting the antenna mode

1 Press a/b to select “Air” or “Cable” on the screen.
2 Press SET/ENTER to enter the setting.

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Searching TV channels

CH Search

Air 2

3. Automatic channel searching

Channel auto search makes the Plasma Display System
look for all channels viewable in the set area.

A

• If no channel is found, “No program found. Is antenna
connected properly?” displays. And the auto channel
search finishes.

• If you want to try auto installation again, see page 23.

• Channel search function is available for ANT-A only.

• ANT-B cannot perform channel search.

• You may need to manually add the CABLE Converter

output channel setting (fixed), when connecting the CABLE
Converter output signal to the B terminal (ANT/CABLE
75q) on the Media Receiver (Rear).(See page 25.)

Watching TV

STANDBY/ON

Plasma Display

INPUTSTANDBY/ON VOLUMECHANNEL

CHANNEL /

/SAT
/DTV

ANT INPUT

MTS CC

SELECT

SUB SUB CH

INPUT ⴑ

DVD
/LD

TV

AV

SELECTION

SCREEN

MODE

DISPLAY

TV VCRCBL

FRONT

SURR

SPLIT

FREEZE

SLEEP LEARNEDIT/

123

456

789

Simple button operations for changing
channels

kk

Using CH

• Press CH

• Press CH

A

• CHANNEL s/r on the Plasma Display operates the

same as CH

ⴐ

Using CH RETURN on the remote control
unit

Press CH RETURN to switch the currently tuned
channel to the previously tuned channel.
Press CH RETURN again to switch back to the
currently tuned channel.

ll

k/

l on the remote control unit

kk

ll

kk

k to increase channel number.

kk
ll

l to decrease channel number.

ll

ll

kk

l/

k.

ll

kk

CH

0

ENTER

ⴐ

CH VOL

ⴑ

CH

RETURN

MUTING

Channel display

38

ANT-A

STEREO

ⴐ

ⴑ

Using 0 – 9 on the remote control unit

Select the channels directly by pressing buttons 0 to

9.

a

• To select channel 8, a 1-digit channel, press 8.

• To select channel 38, a 2-digit channel, press 3,

followed by 8.

• To select channel 138, a 3-digit channel, press 1,
then 3, followed by 8.

• You can tune in channels more quickly if you press

CH ENTER after pressing 0 to 9.

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Watching TV

STANDBY/ON

Plasma Display

INPUTSTANDBY/ON VOLUMECHANNEL

TV

AV

SELECTION

SCREEN

MODE

DISPLAY

TV VCRCBL

ANT INPUT

FRONT

SURR

SPLIT

FREEZE

SLEEP LEARNEDIT/

/SAT
/DTV

DVD
/LD

MTS CC

SELECT

SUB SUB CH

INPUT ⴑ

123

456

789

VOLUME /

ⴐ

Simple button operations for changing
volume/sound

kk

Using VOL

• To increase the volume, press VOL

• To decrease the volume, press VOL

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• VOLUME s/r on the Plasma Display operates the same
as VOL

Audio status

Output device

Speaker

MONITOR OUT

* When “Audio Out” is set to “Variable”, the indicator on the

screen changes as shown below.

ll

l/

ll

ll

k/

l on the remote control unit

kk

kk

k.

kk

ll

kk

k.

kk

ll

l.

ll

Audio out

Variable sound

Constant as

specified

Variable sound

VariableFixed

Mute

CH

0

ENTER

ⴐ

CH VOL

ⴑ

MENU TV/SAT/DVD

RETURN

CH

RETURN

MUTING

MENU

ⴐ

ⴑ

DTV/DVD TOP

MENU

Volume adjustment

Mute

20

A

• See page 46 for details on the audio out function.

Using e MUTING on the remote control unit

e mutes the current sound output.

1 Press e MUTING.

•“M” displays on the screen for 8 minutes, muting the

sound.

• When mute mode finishes, the volume level is set to 0,
preventing the system from suddenly outputting a loud
sound.

2 Press e MUTING again to cancel the mute.

kk

• Pressing VOL
cancel the mute.

ll

k/

l and MTS (TV mode only) can also

kk

ll

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Watching TV

TV VCRCBL

/SAT

TV

/DTV

ANT INPUT

FRONT

MTS CC

SURR

AV

SELECTION

SELECT

SPLIT

SCREEN

MODE

DISPLAY

SUB SUB CH

FREEZE

INPUT ⴑ

SLEEP LEARNEDIT/

123

456

789

0

: Off

DVD
/LD

CH

ENTER

Using FRONT SURR (SURROUND) on
the remote control unit

h produces SRS and FOCUS effect from the
speakers. Each time you press FRONT SURR

ⴐ

(SURROUND), the mode changes among SRS,
FOCUS, FOCUS e SRS and Off.

SRS sound options

• SRS (Sound Retrieval System): Creates a more
natural sound, retrieving the spatial information
from any stereo recording and restoring the
original three-dimensional sound field.

• FOCUS: Repositions a sound image from two
speakers to a more optimal listening position or
height without moving them.

• FOCUS e SRS: Produces both SRS and FOCUS
effects.

• Off: Outputs the normal sound.

: SRS

: FOCUS

: FOCUSⴐSRS

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Watching TV

38

ANT-A

MONO

38

ANT-A

MONO

38

ANT-A

MONO

Setting MTS/SAP stereo mode

The Plasma Display System has a feature that allows reception of sound other than the main audio for the
program. This feature is called Multi-channel Television Sound(MTS). The Plasma Display System with MTS can
receive mono sound, stereo sound and Secondary Audio Programs (SAP). The SAP feature allows a TV station
to broadcast other information, witch could be audio in another language or something completely different like
weather information.

You can enjoy Hi-Fi stereo sound or SAP broadcasts where available.

• Stereo broadcasts

View programs like live sporting events, shows and concerts in dynamic stereo sound.

• SAP broadcasts

Receive TV broadcasts in either MAIN or SAP sound.
MAIN sound: The normal program soundtrack (either in mono or stereo).
SAP sound: Listen to second language, supplementary commentary and other information. (SAP is mono sound.)

If stereo sound is difficult to hear.

• Obtain a clearer sound by manually switching to fixed mono-sound mode.

A

• Once “MONO” mode is selected, the Plasma Display System sound remains mono even if the System receives a stereo
broadcast. You must switch the mode back to “STEREO” if you want to hear stereo sound again.

• Selecting MTS while in the input mode does not change the type of sound. In this case, sound is determined by the video
source.

Each time you press MTS, MTS toggles as shown

/SAT
/DTV

DVD
/LD

MTS CC

SELECT

SUB SUB CH

INPUT ⴑ

below.

ⴐ

TV

AV

SELECTION

SCREEN

MODE

TV VCRCBL

ANT INPUT

FRONT

SURR

SPLIT

FREEZE

STEREO mode MAINkSAP mode STEREOkSAP mode MONO mode

38

ANT-A

STEREO

38

ANT-A

STEREO

38

ANT-A
MONO

38

ANT-A

MAIN

38

ANT-A

SAP

38

ANT-A
MONO

38

ANT-A

ST(SAP)

38

ANT-A

SAP(ST)

38

ANT-A

MONO

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