Sanyo PDP42H2A User Manual

Owner's Manual

PDP-42H2A

Multimedia Plasma Monitor

MODEL

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CAUTION : TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-

SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.

THIS SYMBOL INDICATES THAT DANGEROUS
VOLTAGE CONSTITUTING A RISK OF ELECTRIC
SHOCK IS PRESENT WITHIN THIS UNIT.

THIS SYMBOL INDICATES THAT THERE ARE IMPORTANT
OPERATING AND MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS IN THE
OWNER'S MANUAL WITH THIS UNIT.

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

Before operating this Plasma Monitor, read this manual thoroughly and operate the Plasma Monitor properly.
This Plasma Monitor provides many convenient features and functions. Operating the Plasma Monitor properly enables you to
manage those features and maintains it in better condition for a considerable time.
Improper operation may result in not only shortening the product-life, but also malfunctions, fire hazard, or other accidents.
If your Plasma Monitor seems to operate improperly, read this manual again, check operations and cable connections and try the
solutions in the “Trouble-shooting” section of the end of this booklet. If the problem still persists, contact the sales dealer where you
purchased the Plasma Monitor or the service center.

TO THE OWNER

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

WARNING : TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR

MOISTURE.

● This Plasma Monitor should be set in the way indicated. If not, it may result in a fire hazard.

● Take appropriate space on the top, sides and rear of the Plasma Monitor cabinet for allowing air circulation and cooling the

Plasma Monitor. Minimum distance should be taken. If the Plasma Monitor is to be built into a compartment or similarly
enclosed, the minimum distances must be maintained. Do not cover the
ventilation slot on the Plasma Monitor. Heat build-up can reduce the life
of your Plasma Monitor, and can also be dangerous.

● If the Plasma Monitor is not to be used for an extended time, unplug the

Plasma Monitor from the power outlet.

READ AND KEEP THIS OWNER'S MANUAL FOR LATER USE.

SIDE and TOP

CAUTION IN INSTALLING

●

Handle the

Plasma

Monitor carefully when installing it and do not drop.

●

Locate set away from heat, excessive dust, and direct sunlight.

●

For correct installation and mounting it is strongly recommended to use a trained, authorized dealer. Failure to follow
correct mounting procedures could result in damage to the equipment or injury to the installer.

10 cm

10 cm

10 cm

NOTE :

When Plasma Monitor is not used for a long period of time, unlighting dots may be observed. This is caused by characteristic of
the Plasma Monitor. If this occurs, turn the Plasma Monitor on and leave it on about 1 hour. These dots will gradually disappear.

6 cm

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Read these instructions.
Keep these instructions.
Heed all warnings.
Follow all instructions.
Do not use this apparatus near water.
Clean only with dry cloth.
Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance
with the manufacturer's instructions.
Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat
registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that
produce heat.
Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or
grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one
wider than the other. A grounding type plug has two blades
and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong
are provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit
into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the
obsolete outlet.
Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched
particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point
where they exit from the apparatus.
Only use attachments/accessories specified by the
manufacturer.
Use only with the car, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified
by the manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus. When a cart
is used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus
combination to avoid injury from tip-over.
Unplug this apparatus during lighting storms or when unused
for long periods of time.
Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is
required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way,
such as power-supply cord or plug is damages, liquid has
been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the
apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not
operate normally, or has been dropped.

CAUTION:

This

Plasma Monitor

for use only with following Stand and

Mount Unit

. Use with other stands or mount units is capable of

resulting in instability causing possible injury.

SANYO Table top stand KA-TD-H2S
SANYO Tilt mount unit KA-TI-H10
SANYO Wall mount unit KA-WA-H10WV

An appliance and cart combination
should be moved with care. Quick
stops, excessive force, and uneven
surfaces may cause the appliance and
cart combination to overturn.

Slots and openings in the back and top of the cabinet are
provided for ventilation, to insure reliable operation of the
equipment and to protect it from overheating.

Never push objects of any kind into this

Plasma Monitor

through cabinet slots as they may touch dangerous voltage
points or short out parts that could result in a fire or electric
shock. Never spill liquid of any kind on the

Plasma Monitor

.

This

Plasma Monitor

should be operated only from the type
of power source indicated on the marking label. If you are not
sure of the type of power supplied, consult your authorized
dealer or local power company.

Do not attempt to service this

Plasma Monitor

yourself as
opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous
voltage or other hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified
service personnel.

Unplug this

Plasma Monitor

from wall outlet and refer
servicing to qualified service personnel under the following
conditions:
a. When the power cord or plug is damaged or frayed.
b. If liquid has been spilled into the

Plasma Monitor

.

c. If the

Plasma Monitor

has been exposed to rain or water.

d. If the

Plasma Monitor

does not operate normally by
following the operating instructions. Adjust only those
controls that are covered by the operating instructions as
improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage
and will often require extensive work by a qualified
technician to restore the

Plasma Monitor

to normal

operation.

e. If the

Plasma Monitor

has been dropped or the cabinet

has been damaged.

f. When the

Plasma Monitor

exhibits a distinct change in

performance-this indicates a need for service.

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

Upon completion of any service or repairs to this

Plasma

Monitor

, ask the service technician to perform routine safety

checks to determine that the

Plasma Monitor

is in safe

operating condition.

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COMPLIANCE

The AC Power Cord supplied with this Plasma Monitor meets the requirement for use in the country you purchased it.

AC Power Cord for the United States and Canada :

AC Power Cord used in the United States and Canada is listed by the Underwriters
Laboratories (UL) and certified by the Canadian Standard Association (CSA).
AC Power Cord has a grounding-type AC line plug. This is a safety feature to be sure that the
plug will fit into the power outlet. Do not try to defeat this safety feature. Should you be
unable to insert the plug into the outlet, contact your electrician.

THE SOCKET-OUTLET SHOULD BE INSTALLED NEAR THE EQUIPMENT AND EASILY ACCESSIBLE.

AC POWER CORD REQUIREMENT

Declaration of Conformity

Model Number : PDP-42H2A
Trade Name : Sanyo

Responsible party : SANYO FISHER COMPANY
Address : 21605 Plummer Street, Chatsworth, California 91311

Telephone No. : [phone]
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.

● Do not bump or scratch the panel surface as this causes flaws on the surface of the screen.

● Do not display one non-movement still picture on the screen for a long time. Otherwise, an

afterimage or ghost may appear on a part of the panel. To prevent this symptoms, apply the screen
saver function in the Plasma Monitor.

● There may be some tiny black points and/or blight points on the Plasma Display Panel. These points

are normal.

CARE FOR USING PLASMA MONITOR

GROUND

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

BEFORE OPERATION 16

COMPUTER MODE 29

VIDEO MODE 33

SETTING 34

APPENDIX 38

PREPARATION 6

NAME OF EACH PART OF PLASMA MONITOR 7
SETTING-UP PLASMA MONITOR 8

CONNECTING PLASMA MONITOR

10

TERMINALS OF PLASMA MONITOR 10
CONNECTING TO VIDEO EQUIPMENT 13
CONNECTING TO COMPONENT VIDEO EQUIPMENT

14

CONNECTING TO COMPUTER 15

OPERATION OF REMOTE CONTROL 16

SELECTING INPUT SOURCE 29
SELECTING COMPUTER SYSTEM 29
PC ADJUSTMENT 30

SELECTING INPUT SOURCE 33

PICTURE SETUP 34
INITIAL SETUP 35
SCREEN SAVER FUNCTION 36
INFORMATION MENU 37
CLEANING THE PLASMA MONITOR 37

TROUBLESHOOTING 38
FUNCTIONS OF PRODUCT SAFETY FEATURES

39

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS 41

BASIC OPERATION 18

TRADEMARKS

● Apple, Macintosh, and PowerBook are trademarks or registered trademarks of Apple Computer,Inc.

● IBM and PS/2 are trademarks or registered trademarks of International Business Machines, Inc.

● Each name of corporations or products in the owner's manual is a trademark or a registered trademark of its respective

corporation.

TURNING ON / OFF PLASMA MONITOR 18
OFF TIMER 19
WIDE SCREEN OPERATION 20
SELECTING INPUT SOURCE 21
PICTURE IMAGE LEVEL SELECT 22
OPERATING ON-SCREEN MENU 23
PICTURE ADJUSTMENT 26
SOUND ADJUSTMENT 27
SCREEN ADJUSTMENT 28

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PREPARATION

NAME OF EACH PART OF PLASMA MONITOR

!0 INPUT/ OK button

Used to select input source or execute the selected
menu on the On-Screen Menu. (P21, 23)

!1 MENU button

Used to open or close the On-Screen Menu. (P23)

y Infrared Remote Receiver

r

POWER indicator

Lights in green when power is on.
Lights in red when the power is off with the Remote
Control Unit (standby mode), or the Plasma Monitor is in
Power save mode. (P18)

i CURSOR (Up

ee

/Down

dd

) buttons

Used to select an item on the On-Screen Menu. (P23)

t OFF TIMER indicator

Lights in red when the Off timer function is on.
(P19)

e MAIN ON–OFF Switch

Used to turn Plasma Monitor on or off. (P18)

r

q

e

w

tyuio

o CURSOR (Left

77

/Right

88

) /VOLUME +/- buttons

Used to set or adjust the menu data on the On-Screen
Menu or adjust volume. (P23, 27)

Front

!0!1

q Plasma Display Panel

w Front Control and Indicators

u Light Sensor

Detects the ambient light to adjust the display brightness
and contrast. (P34)

OK

–+

INPUTMENU

VOLUME

4

7

PREPARATION

NAME OF EACH PART OF PLASMA MONITOR

NOTE:
This Plasma Monitor detects internal temperature and automatically

controls operating power of Cooling Fans.

q Cooling Fan

Back

e

Speaker Output Terminals (Left Side)

(Refer to the Optional Speakers's Installation manual.)

t Terminals and Connectors (Bottom Center)

(Refer to P12)

w Terminals and Connectors (Left Side)

(Refer to P10)

q

w

y

t

e

r

u

✽

✽ Terminals for Service

These terminals cannot be used in this equipment.

u Speaker Output Terminals (Right Side)

(Refer to the Optional Speakers's Installation manual.)

y Power Cord Connector

r Terminals and Connectors (Bottom Left)

(Refer to P12)

i

i RS232C Terminal and Optional Net Organizer & switch

(Right Side) (Refer to P11)

This Plasma Monitor can be installed in two ways,
normal (horizontal) and vertical.

CAUTION:
DO NOT INSTALL UNSPECIFIED DIRECTION, OR
COOLING AIR CIRCULATION IS PREVENTED AND
IT MAY RESULT IN FIRE HAZARD.

INSTALL PLASMA MONITOR IN PROPER DIRECTION

Front Controls should
be located lower.

Horizontal

Vertical

8

SETTING-UP PLASMA MONITOR

PREPARATION

This Plasma Monitor uses nominal input voltages of 100­120 V AC. It is designed to work with single-phase power
systems having a grounded neutral conductor. To
reduce the risk of electrical shock, do not plug into any
other type of power system.
Consult your authorized dealer or service station if you
are not sure of the type of power supply being in use.
Connect the Plasma Monitor to the peripheral equipment
before turning on the Plasma Monitor. (Refer to P13 ~ 15
for connection.)

CAUTION

For safety, unplug the AC Power Cord when the
appliance is not used.

CONNECTING AC POWER CORD

Connect the AC Power Cord
(supplied) to the Plasma Monitor.
The AC outlet must be near this
equipment and easily accessible.

To the POWER CORD CONNECTOR

on Plasma Monitor

Plasma Monitor side AC Outlet side

Ground

NOTE ON THE POWER CORD

The AC Power Cord must meet the requirement of the country where you use the Plasma Monitor.
Confirm the AC plug type with the chart below and the proper AC Power Cord must be used.
If the supplied AC Power Cord does not match the AC outlet, contact your sales dealer.

To the AC Outlet.

(120 V AC)

9

PREPARATION

INSTALLATION OF OPTIONAL SPEAKERS AND STAND

Place the Speakers to each side of the Plasma

Monitor and attach Right and Left brackets with the

specified screws. Mount each screw on proper screw

hole position and fix it securely.

Connect the red wire to the red terminal on both of

the Plasma Monitor and the speakers and connect

the black wire to the black terminal to make correct

polarity.

Speakers and stands to upgrade your Plasma Monitor are provided separately. Please read the each

option's instruction manual (or installation manual) for more detail on the installation.

Soft Cloth

Left Speaker

Right Speaker

Small Screws

(2pcs)

Small Screws

(2pcs)

Speakers (Optional)

Assemble Table top stand according to the

installation manual of the stand.

Mount the stand on the back of the Plasma Monitor

by fixing the Arms with screws (3 pcs. for each

arm).

Screws (3pcs)

Screws (3pcs)

Speaker

Speaker

●Through installation work, handling with more than two people is recommended.

● When holding (moving or lifting) the Plasma Monitor, hold the Monitor's body. Do not handle it by

holding the attached accessory parts (the Speakers), otherwise damage could be result.

● Leave the sufficient space for the installation work. The surface must be flat and maintained with soft

material (cloth or blanket) for protecting the screen surface.

● Before placing the Plasma Monitor Screen facing down, make sure there is no object under the screen.

Leaving any object may cause damage on the screen surface.

CAUTION IN INSTALLATION

Table Top Stand (Optional)

Table Top Stand

10

CONNECTING PLASMA MONITOR

TERMINALS OF PLASMA MONITOR

This Plasma Monitor has INPUT and OUTPUT terminals on its left and right sides and back for connecting
computers and video equipment. Refer to P13 to 15 for connections.

Side (Left)

q AV 3 IN Input Jacks

Connect video and audio outputs from a video
equipment. (Refer to P13.)

● AUDIO R and L(MONO) (RCA-type)

● VIDEO (RCA-type)

● S-VIDEO (Mini DIN 4-type)

e

COMPUTER IN Input Terminals

Connect computer and audio outputs to these terminals.
(Refer to P15.)

● AUDIO R/L (Stereo Mini Jack)

● RGB (D-SUB)

w DVI-D (HDCP/PC) IN Input Terminals

Connect DVI-D and audio outputs to these terminals.
(Refer to P15.)

● AUDIO R/L (Stereo Mini Jack)

● DVI-D (Digital)

r HEADPHONE Jack

Connect a headphone (stereo).

q

w

e

r

NOTE:

Video input jacks have the following priority.
When 2 cables are connected to one of the inputs and the other
inputs are disconnected, S-VIDEO jack has priority over VIDEO
jack.

NOTE:

The Speaker Output Terminals are provided for both sides of the
Plasma Monitor in addition to the terminals described above.

11

CONNECTING PLASMA MONITOR

q

w RS-232C Terminal

When controlling this Plasma Monitor by computer,
connect your computer to this terminal. (Refer to P43.)

e

q Option Terminal

Input terminal for Net Organizer (optionally supplied).

e Option Switch

Set the switch position to CENTER in controlling this
Plasma Monitor with your computer connected to RS­232C terminal. Otherwise, controlling the Plasma
Monitor through the RS-232C terminal is invalid.

Top: for Net Organizer (optionally supplied) use
Center: for RS-232C control
Bottom: for service use

Side (Right)

Top

w

Bottom

Center

12

CONNECTING PLASMA MONITOR

q

w e r

q Monitor Output Jacks

Connect another monitor, a video recorder or an external
audio amplifier to these jacks. (Refer to P13~15)

● VIDEO (BNC-type)

● VIDEO (RCA-type)

● AUDIO R and L (RCA-type)

These terminals are outputs for:

• Video and audio signals from VIDEO1-3 inputs

• Audio signals from PC ,DVI-D and COMPONENT1/2

IN inputs (Not for video signals)

NOTE:

Video input jacks have the following priority.
When 2 or 3 cables are connected to one of the inputs and the
other inputs are disconnected, S-VIDEO jack has priority over
VIDEO jack, and BNC jack has priority over RCA jack.

Priority:

Back (Bottom Left and Center)

w AV 1 IN or AV 2 IN Input Jacks

Connect video and audio outputs from a video
equipment. (Refer to P13)

● VIDEO (BNC-type)

● VIDEO (RCA-type)

● S-VIDEO (Mini DIN 4-type)

● AUDIO R and L (RCA-type)

e COMPONENT1 IN Input Jacks

Connect component video and audio outputs to these
jacks. (Refer to P14)

● COMPONENT (BNC-type)

● AUDIO R and L (RCA-type)

r COMPONENT2 IN Input Jacks

Connect component video and audio outputs to these
jacks. (Refer to P14)

● COMPONENT (RCA-type)

● AUDIO R and L (RCA-type)

S-VIDEO > VIDEO(BNC) > VIDEO(RCA)

VIDEO

VIDEO

R

L

AUDIO

VIDEO

VIDEO

S-VIDEO

AUDIO

R

L

VIDEO

VIDEO

S-VIDEO

R

L

AUDIO

Pr/Cr Pb/Cb

Y

AUDIO

R

L

Pr/Cr Pb/Cb

R

AUDIO

L

Y

MONITOR OUT

AV 1 IN

AV 2 IN

COMPONENT 1 IN COMPONENT 2 IN

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CONNECTING PLASMA MONITOR

CONNECTING TO VIDEO EQUIPMENT

Video Source (example)

Video Cassette Recorder Video Disc Player

Video Cable
(RCA x 3)

S-VIDEO
Cable

Audio Speaker

(stereo)

S-VIDEO

Output

Audio Amplifier

Cables used for connection ( Cables are not supplied with this Plasma Monitor.)

• Video Cable (BNC x 1)

• Video Cable (RCA x 3)

• S-VIDEO Cable

• Audio Cable (RCA x 2)

NOTE :
When connecting the Plasma Monitor, AC Power
Cords of both the Plasma Monitor and external
equipment should be disconnected from the AC
outlet.

External Audio

Equipment

R L

S-VIDEO

VIDEO

Composite Video

and Audio Output

Audio Cable

(RCA x 2)

VIDEO and

AUDIO

R/L(MONO)

BNC Cable

Composite Video

and Audio Input

VIDEO

Input

External Monitor

Video Cable

(RCA x 3)

VIDEO and
AUDIO R/L

BNC
Cable

VIDEO

AUDIO

VIDEO
Output

SIDE TERMINALS

REAR TERMINALS

S-VIDEO VIDEO and

AUDIO

R/L(MONO)

S-VIDEO

Output

Composite Video

and Audio Output

Video Cable
(RCA x 3)

S-VIDEO
Cable

VIDEO

VIDEO

MONITOR OUT

AUDIO

R

AUDIO

L

VIDEO

S-VIDEO

AV 3 IN

AUDIO

R

VIDEO

L

S-VIDEO

VIDEO

AV 2 IN

R

L

VIDEO

VIDEO

S-VIDEO

AV 1 IN

R

L

AUDIO

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CONNECTING PLASMA MONITOR

CONNECTING TO COMPONENT VIDEO EQUIPMENT

Component

Video Source

(example)

DVD player

Video Cable

(RCA x 3)

Cables used for connection (Cables are not supplied with this Plasma Monitor.)

• Video Cable (RCA x 3) or (BNC x 3)

• Audio Cable (RCA x 2)

• BNC/RCA Adapters (BNC x 3, Supplied)

NOTE :
When connecting the Plasma Monitor, AC Power
Cords of both the Plasma Monitor and external
equipment should be disconnected from the AC
outlet.

Audio Output

Y

Component video output equipment.

(such as DVD player or

high-definition TV source.)

Audio Cable

(RCA x 2)

Component Video

Output

Video
Cable

(BNC x 3)

Pr/Cr Pb/Cb

or

Audio Speaker

(stereo)

Audio Cable

(RCA x 2)

Audio Amplifier

External Audio

Equipment

R L

REAR TERMINALS

R L

BNC/RCA

Adapters

(Supplied)

VIDEO

VIDEO

R

L

AUDIO

VIDEO

VIDEO

S-VIDEO

AUDIO

R

VIDEO

L

S-VIDEO

VIDEO

AUDIO

R

L

Pr/Cr Pb/Cb

AUDIO

L

R

L

AUDIO

Y

R

Pr/Cr Pb/Cb

Y

MONITOR OUT

AV 1 IN

AV 2 IN

COMPONENT 1 IN COMPONENT 2 IN