Samsung PS-42A5S User Manual

PDP-MONITOR (PLASMA DISPLAY PANEL)

PS-42A5S

Owner’s Instructions

Before operating the unit,

please read this manual thoroughly,

and retain it for future reference.

Intended for Commercial Use and Operation

ON-SCREEN MENUS

Picture In Picture (PIP)

MDC

(Multiple Display Control)

Screen Burn Protection

Digital Natural Image engine

This device is a Class A digital apparatus.

User Instructions

◆ Screen Image retention

Do not display a still image (such as on a video game or when hooking up a PC to this PDP Monitor) on the plasma monitor panel for more than 2 hours as it can cause screen image retention. This image retention is also known as “screen burn”. To avoid such image retention, reduce the degree of brightness and contrast of the screen when displaying a still image.

◆ Height

The PDP Monitor can normally operate only under 2000m in height. It might abnormally function at a place over 2000m in height so do not install and operate there.

◆ Heat on the top of the PDP Monitor

The top side of the product may be hot after long periods of use as heat dissipates from the panel through the vent hole in the upper part of the product. This is normal and does not indicate any defect or operation failure of the product. However, children should be prevented from touching the upper part of the product.

◆ The product is making a ‘cracking’ noise.

A ‘cracking’ noise may occur when the product contracts or expands due to a change of surrounding environment such as temperature or humidity. This is normal and not a defect of the unit.

◆ Cell Defects

The PDP Monitor uses a panel consisting of 1,230,000(SD-level) to 3,150,000(HD-level) pixels which require sophisticated technology to produce. However, there may a few bright or dark pixels on the screen. These pixels will have no impact on the performance of the product.

◆ Avoid operating the PDP Monitor at temperatures below 5°C(41°F)

◆ A still image displayed too long may cause permanent damage to the PDP Monitor Panel

Watching the PDP Monitor in 4:3 format for a long period of time may leave traces of borders displayed on the left, right and center of the screen caused by the difference of light emission on the screen. Playing a DVD or a game console may cause similar effect to the screen. Damage caused by the above effect are not covered by the Warranty.

◆ Afterimage on the Screen.

Displaying still images from Video games and PC for longer than a certain period of time may

produce partial afterimages.

To prevent this effect, reduce the ‘brightness’ and ‘contrast’ when displaying still images for a

long time.

◆ Warranty

- Warranty does not cover any damage caused by image retention.

- Burn-in is not covered by the warranty.

◆ Installation

Be sure to contact an authorized service center, when installing your monitor in a location with heavy dust, high or low temperatures, high humidity, chemical substance and where it operates for 24 hours such as the airport, the train station or etc. Failure to do so may cause a serious damage to your monitor. Installing the product in an airtight place may shorten the lifetime of the product.

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Checking Parts

Owner’s Instructions

Ferrite Cores for

Speaker Wire (2EA)

(Refer to page 14)

Remote Control/

AAA Batteries

Stand-Base

(2EA)

Power Cord

Screws

(4EA)

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◆ FOREWORD

■ User Instructions............................................................................................ 2

◆ CONNECTING AND PREPARING YOUR DISPLAY

■ Control Panel................................................................................................. 6

■ Infrared Remote Control ................................................................................ 8

■ Inserting the Batteries in the Remote Control................................................ 9

■ Assembling the Stand-Base .......................................................................... 9

■ Installing the Display on the Wall Attachment Panel ..................................... 10

■ Before Using the Multiple Display Control function ....................................... 12

■ Connecting Speakers .................................................................................... 13

■ Switching Your PDP Monitor On and Off....................................................... 15

■ Choosing Your Language.............................................................................. 15

◆ USING YOUR DISPLAY

■ Changing the Picture Standard ..................................................................... 16

■ Customizing the Picture Settings................................................................... 17

■ Adjusting the RGB Color (PC Mode) ............................................................. 18

■ Setting the Picture (PC Mode)....................................................................... 19

■ Using Zoom function (PC Mode) ................................................................... 21

■ Viewing the PC Information ........................................................................... 22

■ Selecting the Picture Size.............................................................................. 23

■ Freezing the Current Picture ......................................................................... 24

■ Changing the Sound Standard ...................................................................... 24

■ Extra Sound Settings..................................................................................... 25

■ Activating Panel Button Lock......................................................................... 26

■ Activating Remote Control Button Lock......................................................... 27

■ Setting Up Your Personal ID Number............................................................ 28

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Contents (continued)

◆ USING YOUR DISPLAY (CONTINUED)

■ Setting the MDC (Multiple Display Control) ................................................... 29

■ Preventing Screen Burn-in ............................................................................ 30

■ Reducing the Effects of Screen Burn ............................................................ 31

■ Setting the Screen Burn Protection Timer ..................................................... 32

■ Displaying the Setting Information................................................................. 33

■ Setting and Displaying the Current Time....................................................... 33

■ Switching the PDP Monitor On and Off Automatically................................... 34

■ Setting the Film Mode.................................................................................... 36

■ Viewing the Picture in Picture (PIP)............................................................... 37

■ Listening to the Sound of the Sub Picture ..................................................... 39

■ Viewing an External Signal Source ............................................................... 40

◆ ADDITIONAL INFORMATION AND CONNECTIONS

■ Connecting to the Audio/Video Input............................................................. 41

■ Connecting to the S-Video Input.................................................................... 42

■ Connecting to the Component Input.............................................................. 42

■ Connecting to the DVD/DTV Receiver Input ................................................. 43

■ Connecting to the DVI Input .......................................................................... 44

■ Connecting to the PC Input ........................................................................... 44

■ Setting up Your PC Software (Windows only) ............................................... 45

■ Input Mode (PC/DVI) ..................................................................................... 46

■ Power Saver (PC1 mode only) ...................................................................... 47

◆ RECOMMENDATIONS FOR USE

■ Troubleshooting: Before Contacting Service Personnel................................ 48

■ Technical Specifications ................................................................................ 49

Symbols

Press Important Note

☛

➢

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Control Panel

The actual configuration of your PDP Monitor may be different,

➢

depending on your model.

Front of the PDP Monitor

Speaker Speaker

SOURCE

- Select the external input source.

- Store your settings in the menu.

- When the Main menu is displayed on screen, the Main menu is not operated with source key.

Display the on-screen menu.

VOL +

- Adjust the volume.

- Adjust an option value respectively.

(VOL + : Enter to the selected menu.)

SEL

Control the cursor in the menu.

I /

Press to turn the PDP Monitor on and off.

◆ You can use the

➢

mode depending on the model.

◆ The VOL

on the remote control.

◆ If the remote control no longer works or you have misplaced it, you can use the controls on the panel of the PDP Monitor.

-,+ and

SEL ,

a b c

Power Indicator

- Power Off; Black

- Power On; Green

Remote Control Sensor

Aim the remote control towards this spot on the PDP Monitor.

buttons to switch on the PDP Monitor when it is in standby

buttons have the same function as the ▲/▼/œ/√ buttons

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Control Panel (continued)

The actual configuration of your PDP Monitor may be different,

➢

depending on your model.

Rear Panel

a) POWER IN

Connect the supplied power cord.

b) EXT SPEAKER (8Ω)

Connect external speakers.

c) PC1 IN/OUT

IN : Connect to the video output jack on your PC.

OUT : Connect to the video input jack on

external devices.

AUDIO : Connect to the audio output jack on

your PC.

AUDIO is an audio input jack for PC1 and PC2

➢

modes.

d) PC2 (BNC) IN

Connect for RGB HV video signal input from the PC.

“PC Mode” from this page onward means

➢

PC1/PC2 mode using RGB2(PC2).

e) RS-232C

IN : Used for the MDC function when connecting

PC or RS-232C output of another PDP Monitor.

OUT : Used for the MDC function when

connecting with RS-232C input of another PDP Monitor.

RGB1(PC1) and

f) DVI IN

DVI : Connect to the video output jack for device

g) COMPONENT IN

Video (Y/PB/PR) and audio (L/R) inputs for component.

h) AV (VIDEO/AUDIO L/R)

i) S-VIDEO IN

Video input for external devices with an S-Video output, such as a camcorder or VCR.

with DVI output.

AUDIO : Connect to the audio output jack for

devices with DVI output.

IN : Video and audio inputs for external devices,

such as a camcorder or VCR.

OUT : Outputs for external devices.

For further details about connections, refer to

➢

Page 12.

For further details about connection, refer to pages 41~44.

➢

Whenever you connect an audio or video system to your PDP Monitor, ensure that all elements are

➢

switched off. Refer to the documentation supplied with your equipment for detailed connection instructions and associated safety precautions.

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Infrared Remote Control

PDP MONITOR ON

DIRECT CHANNEL SELECTION

PDP MONITOR OFF

NOT AVAILABLE

VOLUME INCREASE

TEMPORARY SOUND SWITCH-OFF

VOLUME DECREASE

SETTING THE TIMER

MENU DISPLAY

MOVE TO THE REQUIRED MENU

ADJUST AN OPTION VALUE

PICTURE EFFECT SELECTION

AUTO ADJUSTMENT IN PC MODE

OPTION/

RESPECTIVELY

PICTURE STILL

NEXT CHANNEL

EXTERNAL INPUT SELECTION

PREVIOUS CHANNEL

INFORMATION DISPLAY

EXIT FROM ANY DISPLAY

CONFIRM YOUR CHOICE (STORE OR ENTER)

SOUND EFFECT SELECTION

PICTURE SIZE

PIP FUNCTIONS:

- PIP ACTIVATION OR DEACTIVATION (PIP)

- SWAPPING THE MAIN AND THE SUB PICTURE (SWAP)

- SIZE SELECTION (SIZE)

- SOURCE SELECTION (SOURCE)

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The performance of the remote control may be affected by bright light.

➢

Inserting the Batteries in the Remote Control

You must insert or replace the batteries in the remote control when you:

◆ Purchase the PDP Monitor

◆ Find that the remote control is no longer operating

correctly

1 Remove the cover on the rear of the remote control by pressing

the symbol ( ) downwards and then pulling firmly to remove it.

2 Insert two R03, UM4, “AAA” 1.5V or equivalent batteries taking

care to respect the polarities:

◆-on the battery against -on the remote control

◆+on the battery against +on the remote control

3 Replace the cover by aligning it with the base of the remote

control and pressing it back into place. Do not mix battery types, i.e. alkaline and manganese.

Assembling the Stand-Base

1 Assemble the PDP Monitor with the stand and firmly

secure the PDP Monitor using 4 screws provided.

Two or more people should carry the PDP Monitor.

➢

Never lay the PDP Monitor on the floor because of possible damage to the screen. Always store the PDP Monitor upright.

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Installing the Display on the Wall Attachment Panel

Refer to the correct installation guide according to your wall bracket.

➢

Installation Notes

◆

Contact a technician for installing the wall bracket.

◆

Samsung Electronics is not responsible for any damages to the product or harm to customers when the installation is done by the customer.

◆

This product is for installing on cement walls. The product may not stay in place when installed on plaster or wood.

Components

◆

Only use the components and accessories shipped with the product.

Wall Bracket

1 Left: 1 Right: 1

Hinge

Wall Bracket Assembly

1 Insert and tighten the Captive Screw in

the direction of the arrow. When done, mount the wall bracket on the wall.

Captive Screw

Hinge (Left)

There are two hinges (left and right). Use the correct one.

Wall Bracket

Hinge (Right)

Accessories

Plastic Hanger: 4 Screw : 11

Screw : 4

Anchor : 11

2 Before drilling into the wall, check if the length

between the two locking holes at the back of the product is correct. If the length is too short or long, loosen all or some of the 4 screws on the wall bracket to adjust the length.

Length between the two locking holes

3 Check the installation diagram and mark the drill

points on the wall. Use the 5.0 mm bit to drill holes deeper than 35 mm. Fix each anchor in the corresponding hole. Match each of the brackets and hinge holes to the corresponding anchor holes and insert and tighten the 11 screws .

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Installing the Display on the Wall Attachment Panel (continued)

To mount the product on the wall bracket

◆ The shape of the product may vary depending on the model. (The assemblies of the plastic hanger and the screw are the same)

1 Remove the 4 screws on the back of the product.

3 Tighten the 4 screws in step 2 (plastic hanger

+ screw ) to the rear holes of the product.

2 Insert the screw into the plastic hanger.

(See the figure below)

◆ Mount the product on the wall bracket

☛

Remove safety pin (#) and insert the 4 product holders into the corresponding bracket holes ( place the product ( bracket. Make sure to reinsert and tighten the safety pin (

PDP Monitor

and make sure it is properly fixed to the left and right plastic hangers.

◆ Be careful when installing the product on the bracket as fingers can be caught in the holes.

◆ Make sure the wall bracket is securely fixed to the wall, or the product may not stay in place after installation.

!). Then

@) so that it is firmly fixed to the

#) to securely hold the product to the bracket.

Wall Bracket Angle Adjustment

Adjust the bracket angle to -

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1 Fix the product to the wall bracket.

2 Hold the product at the top in the center and pull it

forward (direction of the arrow) to adjust the angle. (See the figure to the right)

3 You can adjust the bracket angle between -2° and 15°.

2obefore installing it on the wall.

Wall Bracket

Make sure to use the top center, and not the left or the right side of the product to adjust the angle.

Wall

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Before Using the Multiple Display Control function

1 Please create ID for each PDP Monitor

before installing them close together. It may be difficult to create IDs when operating the remote control for PDPs that are installed close to each other.

For details about Multiple Display Control, refer to “Setting the MDC (Multiple D the Help section in MDC program CD. (About MDC software, ask at your local retailer.)

Rear of the PDP Monitor

isplay Control)” on page 29 and

②

①

Rear of the PDP Monitor

◆ You can connect a Composite (Video) without a distributor as you would connect a PC.

➢

◆ Select ID input on the menu. Use the numeric buttons to enter the ID for PDP Monitor

adjustment. You can operate the remote control only for the PDP Monitor that has been selected.

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Connecting Speakers

Speakers are optional. You have to purchase the speakers

➢

additionally.

1 Remove the screws on the rear of the PDP Monitor.

2 Hang the two “T” shaped hangers on the square

holes on the rear of the PDP Monitor.

3 Tighten the PDP Monitor and the speaker bracket

using the screws removed from the PDP Monitor.

When moving your PDP Monitor, do NOT hold the speaker connected to your PDP Monitor. It may

➢

damage the bracket clamping the speaker and your PDP Monitor together and result in a drop of your PDP Monitor and a risk of personal damage and injury.

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Connecting Speakers (continued)

Connect the speaker audio cable to the external speaker output jack on the rear of the PDP Monitor matching the “+” and “

◆ The speakers MUST have a power handling capability of 10 watts minimum (impedance 8Ω).

➢

◆ When you connect the speaker wire to the external speaker out connector, first bind the

” ends of the cable with the diagram on the PDP Monitor.

speaker wire round the ferrite core to secure it.

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Ferrite Cores

The ferrite cores are used to attenuate undesired signals. When connecting cables, attach one of these ferrite cores to the cable near the connector.

Switching Your PDP Monitor On and Off

The mains lead is attached to the rear of your PDP Monitor.

1 Plug the mains lead into an appropriate socket.

Result

: The Standby indicator on the front of the PDP Monitor

lights up.

The main voltage is indicated on the rear of the PDP

➢

Monitor and the frequency is 50 or 60Hz.

2 Press the “ ” button on the front of the PDP Monitor (or the ON

() button on the remote control) to switch the PDP Monitor on.

3 To switch your PDP Monitor off, press the “ ” button again (or

the

OFF () button on the remote control).

Choosing Your Language

Front of the PDP Monitor

When you start using your PDP Monitor for the first time, you must select the language which will be used for displaying menus and indications.

1 Press the MENU ()button.

: The main menu is displayed.

Result

2 Press the … or † button to select Setup.

: The Setup menu is displayed.

Result

3 Press the ENTER () button.

4 Press the … or † button to select Language.

Press the Result

ENTER () button.

: The available languages are listed.

5 Select the appropriate language by pressing the … or † button.

Press the

ENTER () button.

Setup

Time

Language : English

Move Enter Return

Setup

Time

Language : English

Move Enter Return

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English

Français

Deutsch

Italiano

Español

Português

††

√√ √√

√√

Changing the Picture Standard

Picture

Mode : Dynamic

Custom

Color Tone : Normal

Color Control

Film Mode : Off

Size : 16:9

PIP

Move Enter Return

You can select the type of picture which best corresponds to your viewing requirements.

√√

1 Press the MENU ()button.

: The main menu is displayed.

Result

2 Press the … or † button to select Picture.

The

Result

Picture menu is displayed.

3 Press the ENTER () button.

The

Result

Mode is selected.

Picture

Mode : Dynamic

Custom

Color Tone : Normal

Color Control

Film Mode : Off

Size : 16:9

PIP

Move Enter Return

Dynamic

Standard

Movie

Custom

4 Press the ENTER () button again.

The available options are listed.

Result

5 Select the required option by pressing the … or † button.

options

: The following

Result

are available.

◆ Dynamic - Standard - Movie - Custom

◆ Entertain - Internet - Text - Custom

: PC or DVI Mode.

6 Press the ENTER () button.

You can also set these options simply by pressing the

➢

P.MODE (Picture Mode) button on the remote control.

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