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Owner’s Instructions

HP-P4261

This device is a Class B digital apparatus.

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BN68-00678A-01_cover 2004.4.28 6:11 PM Page 3 Owner’s Instructions HP-P4261 This device is a Class B digital apparatus.
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BN68-00678A-01_002~23 2004.4.28 6:12 PM Page 2 Important Warranty Information Regarding Television Format Viewing Wide screen format PDP Displays (16:9,the aspect ratio of the screen width to height) are primarily designed to view wide screen format full-motion video. The images displayed on them should primarily be in the wide screen 16:9 ratio format,or expanded to fill the screen if your model offers this feature and the images are constantly moving.
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BN68-00678A-01_002~23 2004.4.28 6:12 PM Page 3 Table of Contents General Information Your New Plasma Display Panel ......................6 Selecting the Internal Mute............................66 Remote Control Buttons ..................................8 Channel Control Wall Installation Instructions ..........................10 Fine Tuning Channels ..................................68 How to assemble the Stand-Base ..................14 LNA (Low Noise Amplifier) ..........................
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BN68-00678A-01_002~23 2004.4.28 6:12 PM P Page 5 L A S M A D I S P L A Y P A N E L General Information Your New Plasma Display Panel ......................................................6 Remote Control Buttons ..................................................................8 Wall Installation Instructions ..........................................................10 How to assemble the Stand-Base ....................................................
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BN68-00678A-01_002~23 2004.5.4 2:22 PM Page 6 Your New Plasma Display Panel Front Panel Speakers Remote Control Signal Receiver Aim the remote control towards this spot on the PDP. TOUCH button Touch the printed names of each button using your finger to operate it. SOURCE button I/ Press to turn the PDP on and off. Power Indicator - Power Off: Blue - Power On: Off Press to display all of the available video sources (TV, AV1, AV2, AV3, S-VIDEO1, S-VIDEO2, COMPONENT1, COMPONENT2, PC, DVI).
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BN68-00678A-01_002~23 2004.4.28 6:12 PM Page 7 Side of the TV S-Video Input Video Input Audio Input (L, R) Rear Panel Œ DVI INPUT (DVI-D / L-AUDIO-R) Connect to the digital video and audio output jack of a device with DVI output. ´ MONITOR OUT (VIDEO / L-AUDIO-R) Outputs for external devices. ˇ PC INPUT (RGB IN / AUDIO) Connect to the video and audio output jack on your PC. ¨ FOR SERVICE ONLY Connector for service only.
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BN68-00678A-01_002~23 2004.4.28 6:12 PM Page 8 Remote Control Buttons Remote Control Œ POWER button Turns the PDP on and off. ´ ASPECT button Press to change the screen size. ˇ Number buttons ¨ +100 button Press to select channels over 100. For example, to select channel 121, press “+100”, then press “2” and “1.” ˆ MUTE button Press to mute the PDP sound. Ø VOL (Volume) buttons Use it to adjust volume. ∏ SLEEP button Press to select a preset time interval for automatic shutoff.
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BN68-00678A-01_002~23 2004.4.28 6:12 PM Page 9 ¸ SRS TSXT button Selects Trusurround XT mode. ˛ MTS button Press to choose stereo, mono or Separate Audio Program (SAP broadcast). ◊ AUTO PROG. button The TV automatically cycles through all of the available channels and stores them in memory. ± ADD/DEL button Press to add or delete channels in the TV’s memory. ≠ DNIe button Activates DNIe (Digital Natural Image engine). – CAPTION button Controls the caption decoder.
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BN68-00678A-01_002~23 2004.4.28 6:12 PM Page 10 Wall Installation Instructions This wall mount bracket installation guide is for the following models:HP-P4261 Installation Notes 1 2 Do not install the PDP on any location other than a vertical wall. 3 Use only recommended parts and components. To protect the performance of the PDP and prevent problems, avoid the following locations: • Do not install next to smoke and fire detectors.
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BN68-00678A-01_002~23 2004.4.28 6:12 PM Page 11 How to assemble the Wall Mount Bracket 1 The wall mount comes packaged in 3 parts. These parts must be assembled together. Please tighten the captive screw in the direction of the arrow after assembling the bracket. Install the Wall Mount Bracket after the screws are securely inserted into the wall. Captive Screws ASSY-HINGE (LEFT) Wall Mount Bracket Separate ASSY-HINGE into Left and Right.
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BN68-00678A-01_002~23 2004.4.28 6:12 PM Page 12 Wall Installation Instructions Fixing the PDP panel to the wall attachment panel bracket 1 Remove the screws from the back of the PDP. 2 Connect insulation holders to screws (see the illustration below). 3 • If you are uncertain about installation, hire a specialist to install the wall mount bracket. • Be sure to check that the insulation holders are completely secured on both the left and right side after hanging the PDP on the wall mount bracket.
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BN68-00678A-01_002~23 2004.4.28 6:12 PM Page 13 How to Adjust Mounting Angle Notice : Please secure the mounting bracket on the wall surface after setting its angle at 0°. Factory default How to Adjust Mounting Angle Please tighten the captive screw in the direction of the arrow after assembling the bracket. Hold onto the middle of the PDP to adjust the angle (not the sides of the PDP). Change Angle 1 2 3 Secure the SET to the wall mount bracket. (Please refer to the following instructions.
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BN68-00678A-01_002~23 2004.4.28 6:12 PM Page 14 How to assemble the Stand-Base 1 Assemble two support pins with the stand base and firmly secure both sides of the support pins using 8 screws provided. 2 Assemble the PDP with the stand and firmly secure the PDP using 4 screws provided. Warning Firmly secure the stand for the PDP before moving it, as the stand may fall and could cause serious injury. ➤ Two or more people should carry the PDP.
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BN68-00678A-01_002~23 2004.4.28 6:12 PM P Page 15 L A S M A D I S P L A Y P A N E L Connections Connecting Connecting Connecting Connecting Connecting Connecting VHF and UHF Antennas ..............................................16 Cable TV....................................................................17 a VCR........................................................................19 a Camcorder ..............................................................20 a DVD Player.........
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BN68-00678A-01_002~23 2004.4.28 6:12 PM Page 16 Connecting VHF and UHF Antennas Antennas with 75-ohm Round Leads If your antenna looks like this: 1 16 it has 75-ohm round leads. Plug the antenna lead into the VHF/UHF terminal on the PDP. Use the Antenna Cable, an accessory included in the product package.
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BN68-00678A-01_002~23 2004.4.28 6:12 PM Page 17 Connecting Cable TV You can connect different cable systems to your PDP, including cable without a cable box, and cable with a cable box that descrambles some or all channels. Cable without a Cable Box 1 Plug the incoming cable into the VHF/UHF terminal on the PDP. Use the Antenna Cable, an accessory included in the product package.
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BN68-00678A-01_002~23 2004.4.28 6:12 PM Page 18 Cable with a Cable Box that Descrambles Some (But Not All) Channels To complete this connection you will need a two-way splitter, an RF (A/B) switch, and four coaxial cables (which you can buy from your Samsung dealer or any electronics store). 1 Find and disconnect the cable that is connected to the ANTENNA IN terminal of your cable box. This terminal might be labeled "ANT IN", "VHF IN" or simply, "IN". Connect this cable to a two-way splitter.
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BN68-00678A-01_002~23 2004.4.28 6:12 PM Page 19 Connecting a VCR Connecting a VCR to the Video or S-Video/Audio jack PDP VCR Power Plug Audio Cable S-Video Cable Video Cable How to Connect Connect the Video/Audio cables between the VIDEO or S-VIDEO / L - AUDIO - R jacks on the PDP and VIDEO or S-VIDEO / L - AUDIO - R output jacks on the VCR. (Note: For better video, you can use an S-Video cable.) Videotape Playback: 1. Turn on your PDP. 2.
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BN68-00678A-01_002~23 2004.4.28 6:12 PM Page 20 Connecting a Camcorder Viewing camcorder tapes S-Video Cable Camcorder PDP(SIDE AV3) PDP REAR PANEL Audio Cable Power Plug Video Cable How to Connect Connect a Video/Audio cable between the VIDEO or S-VIDEO / L - AUDIO - R jacks on the PDP and the VIDEO or S-VIDEO /AUDIO output jacks on the camcorder. (Note: For better video, you can use an S-VIDEO cable) Viewing Tapes 1. Turn on your PDP. 2.
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BN68-00678A-01_002~23 2004.4.28 6:12 PM Page 21 Connecting a DVD Player (480i, 480p) This PDP displays the optimum picture in 720p mode. Playing DVD PDP DVD Player Power Plug Video Cable Audio Cable How to Connect 1 Connect a Video Cable between the Y, Pb, Pr (COMPONENT1, 2) input jacks on the PDP and Y/PB/PR output jacks on the DVD player. 2 Connect a Audio Cable between the AUDIO L/R(COMPONENT1, 2) input jacks on the PDP and the AUDIO output jacks on the DVD player. To Play DVD: 1.
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BN68-00678A-01_002~23 2004.4.28 6:12 PM Page 22 Connecting a DTV Receiver (480p, 720p, 1080i) This PDP displays the optimum picture in 720p mode. Watching DTV PDP DTV Receiver Power Plug or Video Cable Audio Cable DVI Cable Use a DVI-D connection cable. (sold separately) How to Connect 1 2 3 Connect the cable or antenna to the antenna input jack on the DTV.
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BN68-00678A-01_002~23 2004.4.28 6:12 PM P Page 23 L A S M A D I S P L A Y P A N E L Operation Turning the PDP On and Off ..........................................................24 Plug & Play Feature ......................................................................26 Memorizing the Channels..............................................................29 Setting Up Your Remote Control ....................................................34 Viewing an External Signal Source .......
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BN68-00678A-01_024~65 2004.4.28 6:14 PM Page 24 Turning the PDP On and Off Turning the PDP On and Off Press the POWER button on the remote control. The PDP will be turned on and you will be ready to use its features. You can also use the POWER ( )button on the front of the PDP. Notes: • If your PDP isn’t turned on when the power button is pressed: Press the MODE button to check if the TV mode has been chosen ( ).
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BN68-00678A-01_024~65 2004.4.28 6:14 PM Page 25 Displaying Status Information Press the INFO button on the remote control. The PDP will display the Picture mode, Sound mode, MTS, Caption, and Clock.
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BN68-00678A-01_024~65 2004.4.28 6:14 PM Page 26 Plug & Play Feature When the television is initially powered ON, several basic customer settings proceed automatically and subsequently. The following settings are available. 1 If the television is in Standby mode, press the POWER button on the remote control. Plug & Play Start Plug & Play ➤ The message Start Plug & Play is displayed and then the Language menu is automatically displayed.
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BN68-00678A-01_024~65 2004.4.28 5 6:14 PM Page 27 Select the correct signal source (Air, STD, HRC and IRC) by pressing the ▲ or ▼ button, then press the ENTER button. Air/CATV Air STD HRC IRC Move Enter Skip Auto Program 6 To start the channel search, press the ENTER button. ➤ The search will end automatically. Channels are sorted and stored in an order which reflects their position in the frequency range (with lowest first and highest last). When it has finished, the Clock Set menu is displayed.
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BN68-00678A-01_024~65 2004.4.28 6:14 PM Page 28 Plug & Play Feature (continued) If you want to reset this feature... 1 Press the MENU button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Setup”, then press the ENTER button. Setup TV Language : English Time Caption Digital NR : On V-Chip Miscellaneous PC Color Weakness : Off Move 2 3 Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Miscellaneous”, then press the ENTER button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Plug & Play”. Press the ENTER button.
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BN68-00678A-01_024~65 2004.4.28 6:14 PM Page 29 Memorizing the Channels Your PDP can memorize and store all of the available channels for both “off-air” (antenna) and cable channels. After the available channels are memorized, use the CH and CH buttons to scan through the channels. This eliminates the need to change channels by entering the channel digits.
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BN68-00678A-01_024~65 2004.4.28 6:14 PM Page 30 Storing Channels in Memory (Automatic Method) 1 First, select the correct signal source (Air, STD, HRC and IRC). See steps on previous page. Press the MENU button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Channel”, then press the ENTER button. Channel TV Air/CATV Auto Program Add/Delete Fine Tune LNA Scan Move 2 Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Auto Program”, then press the ENTER button.
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BN68-00678A-01_024~65 2004.4.28 6:14 PM Page 31 Adding and Erasing Channels (Manual Method) First, press the CH or CH button or the number buttons to select the channel you want to add or delete. 1 Press the MENU button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Channel”, then press the ENTER button. Channel TV Air/CATV Auto Program Add/Delete Fine Tune LNA Scan ➤ Quick way to access the Adding and Erasing Channels : Just press the “ADD/DEL” button on the remote control.
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BN68-00678A-01_024~65 2004.4.28 6:14 PM Page 32 To View Memorized Channels (PIP Mode) 1 Press the MENU button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Channel”, then press the ENTER button. Channel TV Air/CATV Auto Program Add/Delete Fine Tune LNA Scan : Air : On Move 2 Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Scan”, then press the ENTER button. Only the memorized channels are chosen. ➤ When Channel scan starts, PIP mode will be activated automatically.
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BN68-00678A-01_024~65 2004.4.28 6:14 PM Page 33 Changing Channels Using the Channel Buttons Press the CH or CH button to change channels. When you press the CH or CH button, the PDP changes channels in sequence. You will see all the channels that the PDP has memorized. (The PDP must have memorized at least three channels.) You will not see channels that were either erased or not memorized. Directly Accessing Channels Press the number buttons to go directly to a channel.
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BN68-00678A-01_024~65 2004.4.28 6:14 PM Page 34 Setting Up Your Remote Control This PDP's remote control can operate almost any VCR, cable box or DVD. After it has been set up properly, your remote control can operate in four different modes :TV , VCR, Cable, DVD or STB. Pressing the corresponding button on the remote control allows you to switch between these modes, and control whichever piece of equipment you choose.
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BN68-00678A-01_024~65 2004.4.28 6:14 PM Page 36 Viewing an External Signal Source Use the remote control to switch between viewing signals from connected equipment, such as VCRs, DVD, Set-Top box and the TV source (broadcast or cable). Setting the Signal Source 1 Press the MENU button. Press the ENTER button to select “Input”. Input TV Source List Edit Name : TV √ √ Enter Return ➤ Quick way to access viewing an external signal source : Just press the “SOURCE” button on the remote control.
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BN68-00678A-01_024~65 2004.4.28 6:14 PM Page 37 Assigning Names to External input mode 1 Press the MENU button. Press the ENTER button to select “Input”. Input TV Source List Edit Name : TV √ √ Edit Name Move 2 Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Edit Name”, then press the ENTER button. 3 4 Return Edit Name TV AV1 AV2 AV3 S-Video1 S-Video2 Component1 Component2 †More Move Press the ENTER button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select external device, then press the ENTER button.
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BN68-00678A-01_024~65 2004.4.28 6:14 PM P Page 39 L A S M A D I S P L A Y P A N E L Picture Control Customizing the Picture ................................................................40 Using Automatic Picture Settings ....................................................41 Selecting the Color Tone................................................................42 DNIe (Digital Natural Image engine) ............................................43 Changing the Screen Size ............
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BN68-00678A-01_024~65 2004.4.28 6:14 PM Page 40 Customizing the Picture You can use the on-screen menus to change the Contrast, Brightness, Sharpness, Color, and Tint settings of your PDP. 1 Press the MENU button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Picture”, then press the ENTER button. Picture TV Mode Custom Color Tone Color Control Film Mode Size PIP † More Move 2 Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Custom”, then press the ENTER button.
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BN68-00678A-01_024~65 2004.4.28 6:14 PM Page 41 Using Automatic Picture Settings Your PDP has automatic picture settings that allow you to adjust the video display easily. 1 Press the MENU button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Picture”, then press the ENTER button. Picture TV Mode Custom Color Tone Color Control Film Mode Size PIP † More ➤ Quick way to access the picture setting: Just press the “P.MODE” button on the remote control. Move 2 Press the ENTER button to select “Mode”.
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BN68-00678A-01_024~65 2004.4.28 6:14 PM Page 42 Selecting the Color Tone 1 Press the MENU button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Picture”, then press the ENTER button. Picture TV Mode Custom Color Tone Color Control Film Mode Size PIP † More Move 2 Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Color Tone”, then press the ENTER button.
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BN68-00678A-01_024~65 2004.4.28 6:15 PM Page 43 DNIe (Digital Natural Image engine) Samsung’s New Technology brings you more detailed images with contrast, white enhancement and 3D noise reduction. 1 Press the MENU button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Picture”, then press the ENTER button. Picture TV Mode Custom Color Tone Color Control Film Mode Size PIP † More ➤ Quick way to select DNIe: Simply press the “DNIe” button under the cover of the remote control.
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BN68-00678A-01_024~65 2004.4.28 6:15 PM Page 44 Changing the Screen Size Screen size selection depends on the type of video input(DVD, PC etc.). 1 Press the MENU button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Picture”, then press the ENTER button. Picture TV Mode Custom Color Tone Color Control Film Mode Size PIP † More ➤ Quick way to access the Screen Size menu : Just press the “ASPECT” button on the remote control. Move 2 Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Size”, then press the ENTER button.
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BN68-00678A-01_024~65 2004.4.28 6:15 PM Page 45 16:9(W ide) 16:9 Aspect Ratio that fits DVD and Wide Screen applications. 16:9 Panorama Fits a 16:9 picture onto a 4:3 screen and displays it without clipping the image. Panorama Zoom Magnifies the 16:9 wide picture (in a vertical direction) to fit the screen size. Select by pressing the œ or √ button. Use the ▲ or ▼ button to move the picture up and down.
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BN68-00678A-01_024~65 2004.4.28 6:15 PM Page 46 Freezing the Picture Still Press the STILL button on the remote control to freeze a moving picture. Press again to cancel.
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BN68-00678A-01_024~65 2004.4.28 6:15 PM Page 47 Viewing the Picture-in-Picture Selecting the PIP Screen 1 Picture TV Press the MENU button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Picture”, then press the ENTER button. Mode Custom Color Tone Color Control Film Mode Size PIP † More ➤ Quick way to access the PIP mode: Just press the “PIP” button on the remote control. ➤ For further information on “Sound Select”, refer to page 65.
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BN68-00678A-01_024~65 2004.4.28 6:15 PM Page 48 Selecting an External Signal You can use PIP to view a signal from an external source, such as a VCR. 1 Press the MENU button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Picture”, then press the ENTER button. Picture TV Mode Custom Color Tone Color Control Film Mode Size PIP † More Move 2 Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “PIP”, then press the ENTER button.
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BN68-00678A-01_024~65 2004.4.28 6:15 PM Page 49 Swapping the Contents of the PIP and Main Image 1 Press the MENU button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Picture”, then press the ENTER button. Picture TV Mode Custom Color Tone Color Control Film Mode Size PIP † More ➤ Quick way to access swapping: Just press the “SWAP” button under the cover of the remote control. Move 2 Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “PIP”, then press the ENTER button.
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BN68-00678A-01_024~65 2004.4.28 6:15 PM Page 50 Changing the Size of the PIP Window 1 Press the MENU button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Picture”, then press the ENTER button. Picture TV Mode Custom Color Tone Color Control Film Mode Size PIP † More ➤ Quick way to access PIP size: Just press the “SIZE” button under the cover of the remote control. Move 2 Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “PIP”, then press the ENTER button.
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BN68-00678A-01_024~65 2004.4.28 6:15 PM Page 51 Changing the Location of the PIP Image 1 Press the MENU button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Picture”, then press the ENTER button. Picture TV Mode Custom Color Tone Color Control Film Mode Size PIP † More Move 2 Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “PIP”, then press the ENTER button.
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BN68-00678A-01_024~65 2004.4.28 6:15 PM Page 52 Selecting a Signal Source (Antenna or Cable) for PIP If the PIP source is TV while PIP is ON, you can select a different broadcasting source for the PIP picture from the main picture. 1 Press the MENU button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Picture”, then press the ENTER button. Picture TV Mode Custom Color Tone Color Control Film Mode Size PIP † More Move 2 Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “PIP”, then press the ENTER button.
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BN68-00678A-01_024~65 2004.4.28 6:15 PM Page 53 Changing the PIP Channel 1 Press the MENU button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Picture”, then press the ENTER button. ➤ Quick way to change the PIP channel: Just press the “CH “CH Picture TV Mode Custom Color Tone Color Control Film Mode Size PIP † More “ or ” button under the cover of the remote control. Move 2 Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “PIP”, then press the ENTER button.
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BN68-00678A-01_024~65 2004.4.28 6:15 PM Page 54 Setting the MCC(My Control Color) Mode MCC (My Color Control) Modes: MCC allows users to adjust colors to according to their preferences, by adjusting skin, sky, and grass tones using the predefined settings (Standard, Custom, Turkish Blue, Emerald Green, Indian Pink) without affecting other colors on the screen. Using the MCC Function in the Easy Control Menu Skin, sky and grass tones are easily adjustable to suit your preferences.
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BN68-00678A-01_024~65 2004.4.28 6:15 PM Page 55 MCC Mode Characteristics Using MCC Mode, you can enjoy vivid colors as shown below. Original ➤ Standard Picture. Emerald Green ➤ Emphasizes Mild Greens. Turkish Blue ➤ Emphasizes Clear Blues. Indian Pink ➤ Emphasizes Warm Skin Colors. Note • Images shown above may differ from the actual adjustment on the screen. These images are presented for illustrative purposes.
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BN68-00678A-01_024~65 2004.4.28 6:15 PM Page 56 Setting the MCC(My Control Color) Mode MCC Custom Settings Users can adjust the 3 MCC colors (Skin, Sky, and Grass Tones). 1 Press the MENU button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Picture”, then press the ENTER button. Picture TV Mode Custom Color Tone Color Control Film Mode Size PIP † More : Custom : Normal : Off : 16:9 Move 2 Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “MCC”, then press the ENTER button.
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BN68-00678A-01_024~65 2004.4.28 6:15 PM Page 57 Resetting the MCC Colors to the Factory Defaults To return to the factory default settings for MCC colors, use the Reset function. 1 Press the MENU button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Picture”, then press the ENTER button. Picture TV Mode Custom Color Tone Color Control Film Mode Size PIP † More : Custom : Normal : Off : 16:9 Move 2 Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “MCC”, then press the ENTER button.
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BN68-00678A-01_024~65 2004.4.28 6:15 PM P Page 59 L A S M A D I S P L A Y P A N E L Sound Control Customizing the Sound ................................................................60 Using Automatic Sound Settings ....................................................61 Choosing a Multi-Channel Sound (MTS)Soundtrack ..........................62 Using the Auto Volume ..................................................................63 Setting the TruSurround XT .......................
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BN68-00678A-01_024~65 2004.4.28 6:15 PM Page 60 Customizing the Sound 1 Press the MENU button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Sound”, then press the ENTER button. Sound TV Mode Custom MTS Auto Volume SRS TSXT Internal Mute Move 2 Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Custom”, then press the ENTER button.
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BN68-00678A-01_024~65 2004.4.28 6:15 PM Page 61 Using Automatic Sound Settings 1 Press the MENU button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Sound”, then press the ENTER button. Sound TV Mode Custom MTS Auto Volume SRS TSXT Internal Mute Move 2 Press the ENTER button to select “Mode”. Move 3 4 Press the MENU button to exit.
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BN68-00678A-01_024~65 2004.4.28 6:15 PM Page 62 Choosing a Multi-Channel Sound (MTS) Soundtrack Depending on the particular program being broadcast, you can listen to stereo, mono, or a Separate Audio Program. (SAP audio is usually a foreign-language translation. Sometimes SAP has unrelated information like news or weather.) 1 Press the MENU button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Sound”, then press the ENTER button.
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BN68-00678A-01_024~65 2004.4.28 6:15 PM Page 63 Using the Auto Volume Each broadcasting station has its own signal conditions, which can make it necessary to adjust the volume every time the channel is changed. “Auto volume” lets you automatically adjust the volume of the desired channel by lowering the sound output when the modulation signal is high or by raising the sound output when the modulation signal is low. 1 Press the MENU button.
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BN68-00678A-01_024~65 2004.4.28 6:15 PM Page 64 Setting the TruSurround XT TruSurround XT is a patented SRS technology that solves the problem of playing 5.1 multichannel content over two speakers. Trusurround delivers a compelling, virtual surround sound experience through any two-speaker playback system, including internal television speakers. It is fully compatible with all multichannel formats. 1 Press the MENU button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Sound”, then press the ENTER button.
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BN68-00678A-01_024~65 2004.4.28 6:15 PM Page 65 Listening to the Sound of the Sub(PIP) Picture When the PIP feature is activated, you can listen to the sound of the sub picture. 1 Press the MENU button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Picture”, then press the ENTER button. Picture TV Mode Custom Color Tone Color Control Film Mode Size PIP † More Move 2 Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “PIP”, then press the ENTER button.
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BN68-00678A-01_066~81 2004.4.28 6:18 PM Page 66 Selecting the Internal Mute The internal speakers can be muted in order to hear sound from external speakers you've connected. 1 Press the MENU button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Sound”, then press the ENTER button. Sound TV Mode Custom MTS Auto Volume SRS TSXT Internal Mute Move 2 Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Internal Mute”, then press the ENTER button. 3 • Pressing the ▲ or ▼ button will alternate between “On” and “Off”.
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BN68-00678A-01_066~81 2004.4.28 6:18 PM Page 68 Fine Tuning Channels Use fine tuning to manually adjust a particular channel for optimal reception. 1 Press the MENU button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Channel”, then press the ENTER button. TV Channel Air/CATV Auto Program Add/Delete Fine Tune LNA Scan Move 2 Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Fine Tune”, then press the ENTER button.
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BN68-00678A-01_066~81 2004.4.28 6:18 PM Page 69 LNA (Low Noise Amplifier) If the TV is operating in a weak-signal area, sometimes the LNA function can improve the reception (a low-noise preamplifier boosts the incoming signal). 1 Press the MENU button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Channel”, then press the ENTER button. Channel TV Air/CATV Auto Program Add/Delete Fine Tune LNA Scan Move 2 Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “LNA”, then press the ENTER button.
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BN68-00678A-01_066~81 2004.4.28 6:18 PM P L Page 71 A S M A D I S P L A Y P A N E L Connecting a PC and Operation Connecting a PC..........................................................................72 Adjusting the PC Screen................................................................76 Changing the Position of the Image................................................77 Picture Quality Adjustment ............................................................78 Information .......
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BN68-00678A-01_066~81 2004.4.28 6:18 PM Page 72 Connecting a PC Connection to a Macintosh computer may require an adapter. PDP DVI Cable Power Plug or Use a DVI-D connection cable. (sold separately) Audio Cable PC Cable Audio Cable DVI jack PC (The actual configuration on your PC may be different, depending on the model.) Connecting a PC (15p D-SUB) to the PDP 1 Connect a PC cable between the PC Output jack on the PC and the RGB input jack on the PDP.
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BN68-00678A-01_066~81 2004.4.28 6:18 PM Page 73 Pin Configuration D-Sub Cable DVI-D Cable (Digital-Only Connector) • 15Pin Signal Cable (based on protruded pin) Setting up Your PDP (Plug and Play) Our adoption of the new VESA Plug and Play solution eliminates complicated and time consuming setup. It allows you to install your monitor in a Plug and Play compatible system, without the usual setup hassles and confusion. Your PC system can easily identify and configure itself for use with your display.
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BN68-00678A-01_066~81 2004.4.28 6:18 PM Page 74 How to Set up Your PC Software (Windows only) The Windows display-settings for a typical computer are shown below. However, the actual screens on your PC will probably be different, depending upon your particular version of Windows and your particular video card. Even if your actual screens look different, the same, basic set-up information will apply in almost all cases. (If not, contact your computer manufacturer or Samsung Dealer.
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BN68-00678A-01_066~81 2004.4.28 6:18 PM Page 76 Adjusting the PC Screen Adjusting the R.G.B Preset: • Press the SOURCE button to select “PC”. 1 Press the MENU button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Picture”, then press the ENTER button. Picture TV Mode Custom Color Tone Color Control Film Mode Size PIP † More Move 2 Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Color Control”, then press the ENTER button. The “Color Control” is available only when the “Color Tone” is set to Custom and a PC is connected.
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BN68-00678A-01_066~81 2004.4.28 6:18 PM Page 77 Changing the Position of the Image After connecting the PDP to your PC, adjust the position of the screen if it is not well-aligned. Preset: • Press the SOURCE button to select “PC.” 1 Press the MENU button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Setup”, then press the ENTER button.
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BN68-00678A-01_066~81 2004.4.28 6:18 PM Page 78 Picture Quality Adjustment Picture Automatic Adjustment Preset: • Press the SOURCE button to select “PC”. 1 Press the MENU button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Setup”, then press the ENTER button. Setup TV Language : English Time Caption Digital NR : On V-Chip Miscellaneous PC Color Weakness : Off Move 2 Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “PC”, then press the ENTER button.
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BN68-00678A-01_066~81 2004.4.28 6:18 PM Page 79 Coarse Adjustment Preset: • Press the SOURCE button to select “PC”. 1 Press the MENU button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Setup”, then press the ENTER button. Setup TV Language : English Time Caption Digital NR : On V-Chip Miscellaneous PC Color Weakness : Off Move 2 Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “PC”, then press the ENTER button.
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BN68-00678A-01_066~81 2004.4.28 6:18 PM Page 80 Fine Tuning (Fine) Preset: • Press the SOURCE button to select “PC”. 1 Press the MENU button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Setup”, then press the ENTER button. Setup TV Language : English Time Caption Digital NR : On V-Chip Miscellaneous PC Color Weakness : Off Move 2 Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “PC”, then press the ENTER button. 3 Image Lock Position Information Auto Adjustment 80 4 5 Press the MENU button to exit.
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BN68-00678A-01_066~81 2004.4.28 6:18 PM Page 81 Information Preset: • Press the SOURCE button to select “PC”. 1 Press the MENU button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Setup”, then press the ENTER button. Setup TV Language : English Time Caption Digital NR : On V-Chip Miscellaneous PC Color Weakness : Off Move 2 Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “PC”, then press the ENTER button.
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BN68-00678A-01_082~103 2004.4.28 6:23 PM Page 84 Setting the Clock 1 Press the MENU button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Setup”, then press the ENTER button. Setup TV Language : English Time Caption Digital NR : On V-Chip Miscellaneous PC Color Weakness : Off Move 2 Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Time”, then press the ENTER button.
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BN68-00678A-01_082~103 2004.4.28 6:23 PM Page 85 Setting the Sleep Timer You can set your PDP to automatically turn off after a preset interval. 1 Press the MENU button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Setup”, then press the ENTER button. Setup TV Language : English Time Caption Digital NR : On V-Chip Miscellaneous PC Color Weakness : Off ➤ Quick way to access the sleep timer setting: Just press the “SLEEP” button on the remote control.
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BN68-00678A-01_082~103 2004.4.28 6:23 PM Page 86 Setting the Timers This PDP can be set to turn on or off automatically at specific times that you choose. Before using the timers, you must set the PDP’s clock, as described previously. 1 Press the MENU button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Setup”, then press the ENTER button.
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BN68-00678A-01_082~103 2004.4.28 6:23 PM Page 90 Selecting a Menu Language 1 Press the MENU button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Setup”, then press the ENTER button. Setup TV Language : English Time Caption Digital NR : On V-Chip Miscellaneous PC Color Weakness : Off Move 2 Press the ENTER button to select “Language”.
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BN68-00678A-01_082~103 2004.4.28 6:23 PM Page 91 Digital Noise Reduction If the broadcast signal received by your TV is weak, you can activate the Digital Noise Reduction feature to help reduce any static and ghosting that may appear on the screen. 1 Press the MENU button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Setup”, then press the ENTER button.
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BN68-00678A-01_082~103 2004.4.28 6:23 PM Page 92 Selecting the Film Mode On: Automatically senses and processes film signals from all sources and adjusts the picture for optimum quality. Off: Switches off the Film mode. 1 Press the MENU button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Picture”, then press the ENTER button. Picture TV Mode Custom Color Tone Color Control Film Mode Size PIP ▼ More Move 2 Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Film Mode”, then press the ENTER button.
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BN68-00678A-01_082~103 2004.4.28 6:23 PM Page 93 Using the Color Weakness Enhancement Option This option adjusts the Red, Blue or Green color to enhance the image according to the user's particular color weakness. 1 Press the MENU button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Setup”, then press the ENTER button. Setup TV Language : English Time Caption Digital NR : On V-Chip Miscellaneous PC Color Weakness : On Move 2 Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Color Weakness”, then press the ENTER button.
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BN68-00678A-01_082~103 2004.4.28 6:23 PM Page 94 Setting the Melody Sound You can set a melody to sound when the television is powered on or off. 1 Press the MENU button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Setup”, then press the ENTER button. Setup TV Language : English Time Caption Digital NR : On V-Chip Miscellaneous PC Color Weakness : On Move 2 3 Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Miscellaneous”, then press the ENTER button.
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BN68-00678A-01_082~103 2004.4.28 6:23 PM Page 95 Setting the Blue Screen If no signal is being received or the signal is very weak, a blue screen automatically replaces the noisy picture background. If you wish to continue viewing the poor picture, you must set the “Blue Screen“ mode to “Off“. 1 Press the MENU button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Setup”, then press the ENTER button.
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BN68-00678A-01_082~103 2004.4.28 6:23 PM Page 96 Selecting the Fan Operates or stops the TV’s internal Fan. Fans inside the TV are used to reduce the temperature inside the TV. To reduce the noise of the fan, you may stop the fan by setting the Fan to “Off”. The temperature of the top and the front of the TV may increase when you watch the TV for a long period of time while the fan is stopped, but the TV will operate normally. 1 Press the MENU button.
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BN68-00678A-01_082~103 2004.4.28 6:23 PM Page 97 Viewing Closed Captions Your TV decodes and displays the closed captions that are broadcast with certain TV shows. These captions are usually subtitles for the hearing impaired or foreign language translations. All VCRs record the closed caption signal from television programs, so home-recorded video tapes also provide closed captions. Most prerecorded commercial video tapes provide closed captions as well.
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BN68-00678A-01_082~103 2004.4.28 6:23 PM Page 98 Using the V-Chip The V-Chip feature automatically locks out programs that are deemed inappropriate for children. The user must enter a PIN (personal ID number) before any of the V-Chip restrictions are set up or changed. Note: When the V-chip feature is activated, the PIP and auto channel program features do not function. Setting Up Your Personal ID Number (PIN) 1 Press the MENU button.
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BN68-00678A-01_082~103 2004.4.28 6:23 PM Page 99 How to Enable/Disable the V-Chip 1 Press the MENU button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Setup”, then press the ENTER button. Setup TV Language : English Time Caption Digital NR : On V-Chip Miscellaneous PC Color Weakness : Off Move 2 Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “V-Chip”, then press the ENTER button. The message “Enter PIN” will appear. Enter your 4 digit PIN number.
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BN68-00678A-01_082~103 2004.4.28 6:23 PM Page 100 How to Set up Restrictions using the “TV guidelines” First, set up a personal identification number (PIN), and enable the V-Chip. (See previous section.) Parental restrictions can be set up using either of two methods: The TV guidelines or the MPAA rating. 1 Press the MENU button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Setup”, then press the ENTER button.
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BN68-00678A-01_082~103 2004.4.28 6:24 PM Page 102 How to Set up Restrictions using the MPAA Ratings: G, PG, PG-13, R, NC-17, X The MPAA rating system uses the Motion Picture Association of America (MPAA) system, and its main application is for movies. When the V-Chip lock is on, the TV will automatically block any programs that are coded with objectionable ratings (either MPAA or TV-Ratings). 1 Press the MENU button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Setup”, then press the ENTER button.
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BN68-00678A-01_082~103 2004.4.28 6:24 PM Page 103 How to Reset the TV after the V-Chip Blocks a Channel (“Emergency Escape”) If the TV is tuned to a restricted channel, the V-Chip will block it. The screen will go blank and the following message will appear: 1 Press the ENTER button. Received Rating : TV-PG This channel is blocked by V-Chip. Press ENTER to unblock. OK Change 2 Enter your PIN number. This channel is blocked by V-Chip. Enter PIN to unblock.
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BN68-00678A-01_104~111 2004.4.28 6:26 PM Page 106 Troubleshooting Before you call a service technician, please scan this list of problems and possible solutions. It may save you time and money. Problem 106 Possible Solution Poor picture. Check all wire connections. Your Remote control does not operate the PDP. Press the “MODE” button to put your remote control in the “TV” mode. The PDP won’t turn on. Check if the power plug is connected. There is no screen image.
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BN68-00678A-01_104~111 2004.4.28 6:26 PM Page 107 Care and Maintenance With proper care, your PDP will give you many years of service. Please follow these guidelines to get the maximum performance from your PDP. Identifying Problems • • • • Do not put the PDP near extremely hot, cold, humid or dusty places. Do not put the PDP near appliances that create magnetic fields. Keep the ventilation openings clear. Do not place the PDP on a rough and slanted surface, such as cloth or paper.
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BN68-00678A-01_104~111 2004.4.28 6:26 PM Page 108 Specifications Exterior design and product specifications are subject to change without prior notice to improve the performance of this product. HP-P4261 Model Dimensions Display 1050 (W) X 86 (D) X 755 (H) mm / 41.3 (W) X 3.4 (D) X 29.
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