Samsung Electronics Co SPN4235 42" PDP TV Monitor User Manual 1

Samsung Electronics Co Ltd 42" PDP TV Monitor Users Manual 1

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Users Manual 1

AA68-0XXXXA-00(ENG)Owner’s InstructionsSPN4235SERVICE DIVISION400 Valley Road, Suite 201Mount Arlington, NJ 07856TEL : 1-800-SAMSUNG (1-800-726-7864)www.samsungusa.com
Thank you for choosing Samsung! Your new Samsung product represents the latest in television technology. We designed it with easy-to-use on-screen menus and closed captioning capabilities, making it one of the best products in its class. We are proud to offer you a product that will provideconvenient, dependable service and enjoyment for years to come.Important Safety InformationAlways be careful when using your PDP. To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, and other injuries,keep these safety precautions in mind when installing, using, and maintaining your machine.• Read all safety and operating instructions before operating your PDP.• Keep the safety and operating instructions for future reference.• Heed all warnings on the PDP and in the operating instructions.• Follow all operating and use instructions.• Unplug the PDP from the wall outlet before cleaning. Use a damp cloth; do not use liquid or aerosolcleaners.• Never add any attachments and/or equipment without approval of the manufacturer. Such additionscan increase the risk of fire, electric shock, or other personal injury.• Do not use the PDP where contact with or immersion in water is a possibility, such as near bath tubs,sinks, washing machines, swimming pools, etc.• Do not place the PDP on an unstable cart, stand, tripod, bracket,table, or floor where it can fall. A falling PDP can cause serious injuryto a child or adult, and serious damage to the appliance. Use onlywith a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table recommended by the man-ufacturer or sold with the PDP. Follow the manufacturer's instructionswhen mounting the unit, and use a mounting accessory recommendedby the manufacturer. Move the PDP and cart with care. Quick stops,excessive force, and uneven surfaces can make the unit and cartunsteady and likely to overturn.• Provide ventilation for the PDP. The unit is designed with slots in the cabinet for ventilation to protect itfrom overheating. Do not block these openings with any object, and do not place the PDP on a bed,sofa, rug, or other similar surface. Do not place it near a radiator or heat register. If you place thePDP on a rack or bookcase, ensure that there is adequate ventilation and that you've followed themanufacturer's instructions for mounting.• Operate your PDP only from the type of power source indicated on the marking label. If you are notsure of the type of power supplied to your home, consult your appliance dealer or local power com-pany.• Use only a grounded or polarized outlet. For your safety, this PDP is equipped with a polarized alter-nating current line plug having one blade wider than the other. This plug will fit into the power outletonly one way. If you are unable to insert the plug fully into the outlet, try reversing the plug. Ifthe plug still does not fit, contact your electrician to replace your outlet. Warning! Important Safety Instructions32CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USERSERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.This symbol indicates high voltage is present inside. It is dangerous to make any kind of contactwith any inside part of this product.This symbol alerts you that important literature concerning operation and maintenance has beenincluded with this product.Note to CATV system installer: This reminder is provided to call CATV system installer's attention to Arti-cle 820-40 of the National Electrical Code (Section 54 of Canadian Electrical Code, Part I), that providesguidelines for proper grounding and, in particular, specifies that the cable ground shall be connected to thegrounding system of the building as close to the point of cable entry as practical.Caution: FCC/CSA regulations state that any unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment mayvoid the user's authority to operate it.Caution: To prevent electric shock, match the wide blade of plug to the wide slot, and fully insert the plug.Attention: pour eviter les chocs electriques, introduire la lame le plus large de la fiche dans la borne corre-spondante de la prise et pousser jusqu'au fond.Important: One Federal Court has held that unauthorized recording of copyrighted TV programs is aninfringement of U.S. copyright laws.Certain Canadian programs may also be copyrighted and any unauthorized recording in whole or in partmay be in violation of these rights. TO PREVENT DAMAGE WHICH MAY RESULT IN FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THISAPPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.Thank You for Choosing Samsung
User InstructionsThe Federal Communications Commission RadioFrequency Interference Statement includes the fol-lowing warning:NOTE: This equipment has been tested and foundto comply with the limits for a Class B digitaldevice, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.These limits are designed to provide reasonableprotection against harmful interference in a resi-dential installation. This equipment generates,uses, and can radiate radio frequency energyand, if not installed and used in accordance withthe instructions, may cause harmful interference toradio communications. However, there is no guar-antee that interference will not occur in a particu-lar installation .If this equipment does cause harmful interferenceto radio or television receptions, which can bedetermined by turning the equipment off and on,the user is encouraged to try to correct the inter-ference by one or more of the following mea-sures:• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.• Increase the separation between the equipmentand receiver.• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a cir-cuit different from that to which the receiver isconnected.• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TVtechnician for help.User InformationChanges or modifications not expressly approvedby the party responsible for compliance couldvoid the user’s authority to operate the equipment.If necessary, consult your dealer or an experi-enced radio/television technician for additionalsuggestions. You may find the booklet called Howto Identify and Resolve Radio/TV InterferenceProblems helpful. This booklet was prepared bythe Federal Communications Commission. It isavailable from the U.S. Government PrintingOffice, Washington, DC 20402, Stock Number004-000-00345-4 .The party responsible for product compliance:SAMSUNG ELECTRONICS CO., LTDAmerica QA Lab of Samsung3351 Michelson Drive,Suite #290, Irvine, CA92612 USAWarningUser must use shielded signal interface cables tomaintain FCC compliance for the product.Provided with this monitor is a detachable powersupply cord with IEC320 style terminations. It may be suitable for connection to any UL Listedpersonal computer with similar configuration.Before making the connection, make sure the volt-age rating of the computer convenience outlet isthe same as the monitor and that the ampere rat-ing of the computer convenience outlet is equal toor exceeds the monitor voltage rating.For 120 Volt applications, use only UL Listeddetachable power cord with NEMA configuration5-15P type (parallel blades) plug cap. For 240Volt applications use only UL Listed Detachablepower supply cord with NEMA configuration6015P type (tandem blades) plug cap.IC Compliance NoticeThis Class B digital apparatus meets all require-ments of the Canadian Interference-CausingEquipment Regulations of ICES-003.Cet appareil Numérique de classe B respectetoutes les exigences du Règlemont NMB-03 sur leséquipements produisant des interférences auCanada.Notice de Conformité ICCet appareil numérique de classe B respectetoutes les exigences du Règlement ICES-003 surles équipements produisant des interférences auCanada.VCCIThis is a Class B product based on the standardof the Voluntary Control Council for Interferenceby Information Technology Equipment (VCCI). Ifthis is used near a radio or television receiver in adomestic environment, it may cause radio interfer-ence. Install and use the equipment according tothe instruction manual.5• Protect the power cord. Power supply cords should be routed so that they won’t be walked on or pinchedby objects placed on or against them. Pay particular attention to cords at plugs, convenience recepta-cles, and the point where they exit from the unit.• Unplug the PDP from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable system during a lightning stormor when left unattended and unused for long periods of time. This will prevent damage to the unit due tolightning and power-line surges.• Avoid overhead power lines. An outside antenna system should not be placed in the vicinity of overheadpower lines or other electric light or power circuits or where it can fall into such power lines or circuits.When installing an outside antenna system, be extremely careful to keep from touching the power linesor circuits. Contact with such lines can be fatal.• Do not overload the wall outlet or extension cords. Overloading can result in fire or electric shock.• Do not insert anything through the openings in the unit, where they can touch dangerous voltage pointsor damage parts. Never spill liquid of any kind on the PDP.• Ground outdoor antennas. If an outside antenna or cable system is connected to the PDP, be sure theantenna or cable system is grounded so as to provide some protection against voltage surges and built-up static charges. Section 810 of the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA No.70-1984, provides infor-mation about proper grounding of the mast and supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in wire to anantenna discharge unit, size of grounding conductors, location of antenna discharge unit, connection togrounding electrodes, and requirements for the grounding electrode.• Do not attempt to service the PDP yourself. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Unplug theunit from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions:- when the power-supply cord or plug is damaged- if liquid has been spilled on the unit or if objects have fallen into the unit- if the PDP has been exposed to rain or water- if the PDP does not operate normally by following the operating instructions- if the PDP has been dropped or the cabinet has been damaged- when the PDP exhibits a distinct change in performance• If you make adjustments yourself, adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instruc-tions. Adjusting other controls may result in damage and will often require extensive work by a qualifiedtechnician to restore the PDP to normal.• When replacement parts are required, be sure the service technician uses replacement parts specified bythe manufacturer or those that have the same characteristics as the original part. Unauthorized substitu-tions may result in additional damage to the unit.• Upon completion of any service or repairs to this PDP, ask the service technician to perform safety checksto determine that the PDP is in a safe operating condition.• The PDP can properly operate in a temperature range of 32~104°F(0~40°C) and 80% humidity. Do not use in a hot and humid place.• Before moving the PDP equipped with speakers, separate the speakers from the PDP. If you move the PDPwith the speakers attached, it may result in damage or injury.4FCC Information
General InformationYour New Plasma Display Panel ........................10Remote Control Buttons ....................................12Wall Installation Instructions ..............................14ConnectionConnecting VHF and UHF Antennas ..................20Connecting Cable TV ......................................22Connecting a Speaker ....................................24Connecting a VCR ..........................................25Connecting a Camcorder ................................26Connecting a DVD Player ................................27Connecting a DTV Receiver ..............................28OperationTurning the PDP(PDP) On and Off ....................32Memorizing the Channels ................................34Setting Up Your Remote Control ........................38Picture ControlCustomizing the Picture ..................................42Using Automatic Picture Settings ......................43Selecting the Color Tone ..................................44Viewing the Picture-in-Picture ............................45Changing the PIP channel ................................50Changing the Screen Size ..............................51Freezing the Picture .........................................52Sound ControlCustomizing the Sound ....................................54Using Automatic Sound Settings .......................55Choosing a Multi-Channel Sound (MTS)Soundtrack..........56Using the Auto Volume ....................................57Using Virtual Dolby ........................................58Using a Subwoofer..........................................59Channel ControlFine Tuning Channels ......................................62LNA (Low Noise Amplifier) ..............................63Connecting a PC and OperationConnecting to a PC ........................................66Adjusting the PC Screen ..................................70Changing the Position of the Image....................71Changing the Size of the Image ......................72Information ....................................................73Picture Quality Adjustment ..............................74Power Saver (PC mode only) ............................75Time SettingSetting the Clock ............................................80Setting the Sleep Timer ....................................81Setting the Timers ............................................82Setting the Preferred Channel Volume Level ........84Function DescriptionSelecting a Menu Language ............................86Picture Quality Adjustment ..............................87Digital Noise Reduction ..................................88Setting a Auto Power ......................................89Using the V-Chip..............................................90AppendixTroubleshooting ..............................................98Care and Maintenance ....................................99Specifications ................................................1007Important Warranty InformationRegarding Television Format ViewingUser Instructions Wide screen format PDP Displays (16:9,the aspect ratio of the screen width to height) are primarilydesigned to view wide screen format full-motion video.The images displayed on them should primarily bein the wide screen 16:9 ratio format,or expanded to fill the screen if your model offers this feature and con-stantly moving. Displaying stationary graphics and images on screen, such as the dark side-bars on non-expanded standard format television video and programming, should be limited to no more than 5% of thetotal television viewing per week.Additionally,viewing other stationary images and text such as stock market reports, video gamedisplays,station logos,web sites or computer graphics and patterns,should be limited as described abovefor all televisions. Displaying stationary images that exceed the above guidelines cancause uneven aging of PDP Displays that leave subtle,but permanent burned-in ghost images in the PDP picture.To avoid this,vary the programming and images, and primarily display full screen moving images,not stationary patterns or dark bars.On PDP models that offer picture sizing features,use these controls to view different formats as a full screenpicture.Be careful in the selection and duration of television formats used for viewing. Uneven PDP aging as aresult of format selection and use,as well as burned-in images, are not covered by your Samsung limitedwarranty.6Table of ContentsScreen Image retentionDo not display a still image (such as on a video game or when hooking up a PC to this Monitor) on theplasma monitor panel for more than several minutes as it can cause screen image retention. This imageretention is also known as “screen burn”. To avoid such image retention, refer to page 24 of this manual toreduce the degree of brightness and contrast of this screen when displaying a still image.Cell DefectThe plasma display panel consists of fine cells. Although the panels are produced with more than 99.9 percent active cells, there may be some cells that do not produce light or remain lit.AltitudeThe PDP will not operate normally at altitudes above 6500 ft.WarrantyWarranty Period: One year starting from the purchase of your Monitor.Warranty does not cover any damage caused by image retention.
PLASMA DISPLAY PANELGeneral InformationYour New Plasma Display Panel ....................................................10Remote Control Buttons ................................................................12Wall Installation Instructions ..........................................................14
Remote Control Signal Receiver Aim the remote control towards this spot on the PDP.Power Indicator Power Off : LED RedPower On (Timer On) : LED GreenPower On (Timer Off): LED OffFront Panel11Your New Plasma Display Panel10RFBRear PanelChecking AccessoriesRemote Control/AAA BatteriesS-Video Cable Antenna Cable Speaker CablesPower CordAudio/Video CablesOwner’sInstructionsŒService jack´DVI Input jacks Receives the digital video/audio signals froma set top box or PC.ˇPC(RGB) Input jack(15pin)Connect to the video output jack on your PC.¨S-Video Input jackConnect a S-Video signal from externalsources such VCRs or DVD players.ˆVideo Input jacksConnect a video/audio signals from externalsources such VCRs or DVD players.ØComponent Video/Audio Input jacks(Y/Pb/Pr/Audio L/Audio R)Connect to the audio and component outputjacks of a DVD player or Set-Top Box.∏External Speaker Out jacksConnect external speakers.”Antenna jackConnect to antenna.’Sub-woofer speaker output jackConnect to the Sub-woofer speaker jack.˝Power Input jackConnect the supplied power cord.Speakers(optional)SOURCE buttonPress to display all of the available video sources(ie., Video, S-Video, Component1, Component2, PC ).MENU buttonDisplays the main on-screen menu.VOL(+,-) buttonPress to increase or decrease the volume. Also used to adjust items on the on-screen menu. CH(▼,▲) buttonPress CH▲ or CH▼to change Channels. Also used to select items on the on-screen menus.POWER buttonPress to turn the PDP on and off.PC Cable
˘Sleep buttonPress to select a preset time interval for automatic shutoff.¿CH.Scan button Press to memorize(scan) the available channels. ¸Caption buttonControls the caption decoder.˛PIP control buttonsSource : Press to select one of the available signal sources for the PIP window.Swap : Exchanges the video signal that is currently displayed on the main screen with the signal in the PIP window.Locate : Press to move the PIP window on the screen.S.Swap: Press to select the audio (PIP or Main).Size : Press to make the PIP window Large, Small or Double. CH▲,▼: Displays the available channels in sequence. (These buttons change channels in the PIP window only).¸Auto Program buttonThe TV automatically cycles through all of the availablechannels and stores them in memory. ¿SET buttonUsed during setup of this remote control, so that it willwork compatibly with other devices (VCR, cable box,DVD, etc.)¸Add/Erase buttonPress to add or erase channels in the TV’s memory.¸VCR, DVD control buttonsControls VCR tape or DVD disc functions: Stop, Rewind,Play/Pause, Fast Forward.13Remote Control ButtonsŒPower buttonTurns the PDP on and off.´Number buttonsˇ+100 buttonPress to select channels over 100. For example, to selectchannel 121, press “+100”, then press “2” and “1.”¨Menu buttonDisplays the main on-screen menu.ˆCH (Channel) and VOL (Volume) buttonsPress CH▲ or CH▼to change Channels. Also used to select items on the on-screen menus.ØMute buttonPress to mute the PDP sound.∏PIP buttonActivates picture in picture.”Aspect buttonPress to change the screen size.’P.Mode buttonAdjust the PDP picture by selecting one of the preset factory settings (or select your personal, customized picture settings.)˝S.Mode buttonAdjust the PDP sound by selecting one of the preset factory settings (or select your personal, customizedsound settings.)ÔMode buttonSelects a target device to be controlled by the Samsungremote control (ie., VCR, Cable, or DVD players).Pre-CH buttonTunes to the previous channel.ÒSource buttonPress to display all of the available video sources (ie., Video, S-Video, Component1, Component2, PC, DVI).ÚJoystick buttonUsed to adjust items on the on-screen menu.ÆDisplay buttonPress to display information on the PDP screen.ıStill buttonPress to pause the current screen.˜MTS buttonPress to choose stereo, mono or Separate Audio Program (SAP broadcast).¯Virtual Dolby buttonThis feature allows the TV’s L/R speakers to provide aHome Theater-like Dolby effect. The center and sur-round sounds are mixed into the L/R speakers.12Remote ControlFlip the cover openin the arrow direction.Installing the Batteries in Your Remote Control1Slide the back coverto open the batterycompartment of theremote control.3Slide the cover back intoplace.2Install two AAA size batter-ies. Make sure to match the“+” and “-” ends of the bat-teries with the diagraminside the compartment.Remote Control Operation Range.You can use your remote control within a distance of 23 feet and an angle of 30 degreesfrom the left and right sides of the remote control receiver of the TV.
1 See the drawing of the wall attachment panel shown in page 14 to check forthe stability of the wall where the PDP is to be installed. If the wall is not enough strong to support the PDP, strengthen the wall before installation.2 Fix the wall attachment panel on the wall using bolts as shown in the followingfigure: Fixing bolts must protrude from the wall appox. 0.6 inches. 3 Using the wall attachment panel, you may adjust the angle of the display from0 to 20 degrees. The angle can be set in 5 stages with 5 degrees of distance each, using the angle control holes on the sides of the panel. 15Wall Installation Instructions1 Do not install the PDP in any location other than a vertical wall.2 To protect the performance of the PDP and prevent problems, avoid the followingplaces.• Do not install next to smoke and fire detectors.• Do not install in an area subjected to vibration.• Do not install in an area subjected to high voltage.• Do not install near or around any heating apparatus.3 Use only recommended parts and components.14Wall attachment panelInsulation holder879mm(34.6 inches)624mm(24.5 inches)boltInstallation NotesParts (Wall attachment panel is sold separately. Check with your dealer)Installing the Display on the Wall Attachment PanelWhen the anglehas been set to 5degrees. When the anglehas been set to15 degrees. When the panelhasn't been tilted. Angle control holes5 degrees of tilt10 degrees of tilt15 degrees of tiltNo tilt20 degrees of tiltContinued...
17164 Remove four small screws from the rear side of the display, than separate thestand from the PDP.5 Remove four large screws from the rear side of the display. 6 Insert the bolts and insulation holders into the four screw-holes as shown in thefollowing figure:ŒBolt ´Insulation holder 7 Hang the protruding plastic part on the rear of the PDP in the groove on thetop of the wall attachment panel. Then, slide down the PDP. (Do not slide down the PDP with too much force. The protruding plastic part might be taken off.)´ŒSeparating the Display from the Wall Attachment Panel´Œ
PLASMA DISPLAY PANELConnectionsConnecting VHF and UHF Antennas ..............................................20Connecting Cable TV....................................................................22Connecting Speakers....................................................................24Connecting a VCR........................................................................25Connecting a Camcorder..............................................................26Connecting a DVD Player..............................................................27Connecting a DTV Receiver ..........................................................28

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