Owner’s Instructions HP-P5581 This device is a Class B digital apparatus.
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.
User Instructions Screen Image retention Do not display a still image (such as on a video game) on the plasma display panel for more than several minutes as it can cause screen image retention. This image retention is also known as “screen burn”. To avoid such image retention, refer to page 52 of this manual to reduce the degree of brightness and contrast of the screen when displaying a still image. Altitude The PDP will not operate normally at altitudes above 6500 ft.
CableCARD and Digital Cable Ready TVs CableCARD and Digital Cable Ready TVs are the products of a new digital cable standard. This new standard is called OpenCable and it is a concerted effort to standardize the digital cable service network interface in North America. For more information, please refer to www.cablelabs.com. Digital Cable Ready TVs are equipped with a proper digital cable tuner to receive digital cable signals from your local cable service provider.
Q&A 1. Is the antenna I use for existing TV reception good enough for DTV? Over-the-air (OTA) digital TV broadcasting uses the same channels as analog TV and works well with many existing TV antennas. However, DTV broadcast channel assignments are different than analog channels. You should find out whether your local DTV broadcasts are on VHF (channels 2-13) or UHF (channels 14-69) to see if you need a different antenna.
Table of Contents General Information Your New Plasma Display Panel ......................8 Remote Control Buttons ................................10 Wall Installation Instructions ..........................12 Installing the Speakers ................................16 How to assemble the Stand-Base ..................20 Connections Connecting VHF and UHF Antennas ..............22 Connecting Cable TV ..................................23 Connecting CableCARD ..............................25 Connecting a VCR .
P L A S M A D I S P L A Y P A N E L General Information Your New Plasma Display Panel ......................................................8 Remote Control Buttons ................................................................10 Wall Installation Instructions ..........................................................12 Installing the Speakers ..................................................................16 How to assemble the Stand-Base ..............................................
Your New Plasma Display Panel Front Panel Œ ´ ˇ ¨ ˆ Ø ∏ ” TOUCH buttons. Press to operate the TV. ’ Œ SOURCE button Press to display all of the available video sources (TV, AV1, AV2, S-VIDEO1, S-VIDEO2, COMPONENT, DVI, and HDMI). ˆ ENTER( Ø Power Indicator - Power Off : Red - Power On : Off - Timer On : Green ´ MENU button Displays the main on-screen menu. ˇ VOL(+,-) button ∏ Press to increase or decrease the volume. Also used to select or adjust items on the on-screen menu.
Side of the TV Ferrite Cores S-Video Input Video Input Audio Input (L, R) The ferrite cores are used to attenuate undesired signals. When connecting cables, attach one of these ferrite cores to the cable near the connector. When you connect Side AV cable, Digital Audio out(Coaxial), sub woofer cable, and Speaker cables, first bind the ferrite core around each cables to secure it. Rear Panel Œ POWER IN Connect the supplied power cord. ´ SERVICE Connector for service only.
Remote Control Buttons Remote Control Œ POWER button Turns the PDP on and off. ´ ANTENNA button Press to select “AIR” or “CABLE”. ˇ Number buttons ¨ - button ANTENNA Press to select additional channels (digital and analog) being broadcast by the same station. For example, to select channel “54-3”, press “54”, then press “-” and “3”. ˆ MUTE button Press to mute the PDP sound. Ø VOL (Volume) buttons Use it to adjust volume.
¸ MTS button Press to choose stereo, mono or Separate Audio Program (SAP broadcast). ˛ PIP button Activates picture in picture. ◊ ASPECT button Press to change the screen size. GUIDE ± STILL button Press to pause the current screen. ≠ DNIe button Activates DNIe (Digital Natural Image engine). – SRS button Selects TruSurround XT mode. — SET button FAV. CH CH. LIST Used during set up of this Samsung remote control, so that it will work compatibly with other devices (VCR, Cable Box and DVD).
Wall Installation Instructions 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. • Do not install in an area subjected to vibration or high voltage. • Do not install near or around any heating apparatus. Parts (Wall attachment panel is sold separately. Check with your dealer.
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 screws(4EA) 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.
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.
How to Adjust Mounting Angle Note : 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.
Installing the Speakers This speaker installation guide is for the PSN5542(BN96-01328A) speakers. Parts Speakers Middle Cabinet Speaker Dust Cover (Wall Mount Only) 1EA 2EA Screws Speaker Cable 1EA Screw 2EA! Screw 6EA@ How to Assemble the Speakers (When using the Stand) 1 16 Remove the screws indicated on the rear of the PDP (6 screws on the left and right sides).
2 Set the speaker guide bracket into the square grooves located on either side of the PDP’s bottom rear, then push the speaker guide bracket towards the center (as the arrow illustrates). Secure the speaker guide bracket with provided screws @. (Always use the proper screws, as indicated.) Screw② 3 Secure the speaker dust cover by setting it into the grooves located on the front side of the speakers. 4 Connect the speakers to the PDP using the speaker cable.
Installing the Speakers How to Assemble the Speakers (Wall Mount) 1 Remove the screws indicated on the rear of the PDP (6 screws on the left and right sides, 2 screws on the center). 2 Set the speaker guide bracket into the square grooves located on either side of the PDP’s bottom rear, then push the speaker guide bracket towards the center (as the arrow illustrates). Secure the speaker guide bracket with provided screws @. Secure the middle cabinet to the center of the PDP with a screw !.
3 Secure the speaker dust cover by setting it into the grooves located on the front side of the speakers. 4 Connect the speakers to the PDP using the speaker cables. The connection terminals are on the rear side of both the PDP and the speakers. (Match the color coded terminals and cables.) BLACK RED BLACK RED Notes • When moving the PDP with the speakers attached, be sure to hold on to the PDP to prevent damage. (Damage may occur to the speaker connecting brackets or the speakers.
How to assemble the Stand-Base 1 Firmly secure the pegs to the both sides of the stand base using 8 screws provided. 2 Using the 4 screws for securing the stand pegs and the monitor, firmly attach the monitor to the stand pegs. (The exterior of the set may be different than the picture.) 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.
P L A S M A D I S P L A Y P A N E L Connections Connecting Connecting Connecting Connecting Connecting Connecting Connecting Connecting Connecting Connecting Connecting VHF and UHF Antennas ..............................................22 Cable TV....................................................................23 CableCARD................................................................25 a VCR........................................................................26 a Camcorder .......
Connecting VHF and UHF Antennas Antennas with 75-ohm Round Leads If your antenna looks like this: 1 it has 75-ohm round leads. Plug the antenna lead into the ANT 2 IN(AIR IN) on the PDP. Use the antenna cable, an accessory included in the product package. Note • When Antenna is set to AIR, ANT 1 IN(CABLE IN) signal will be the output from ANT1 OUT. (See “Selecting the antenna.” on page 84.
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 ANT 1 IN(CABLE IN) on the PDP. Use the antenna cable, an accessory included in the product package. Cable with a Cable Box that Descrambles All Channels 1 Find the cable connected to the ANTENNA OUT terminal on your Cable box.
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.
Connecting CableCARD You must obtain a CableCARD from a local cable service provider. PDP Power cord From cable TV Please insert the card as shown. How to Connect 1 Insert the CableCARD into the “CableCARD” slot and the message “CableCARD Inserted” is displayed on the screen. If the channel information does not exist, the message “Updating Channel List” is displayed during channel information configuration.
Connecting a VCR Connecting a VCR to the Video or S-Video/Audio jack VCR PDP Power cord 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, use an S-Video cable.) Note • Please be sure to match the color coded input terminals and cable jacks. Videotape Playback: 1. Turn on your PDP. 2.
Connecting a Camcorder Viewing camcorder tapes S-Video cable Camcorder PDP(SIDE AV2) PDP REAR PANEL Power cord Audio cable 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, use an S-VIDEO cable.) Note • Please be sure to match the color coded input terminals and cable jacks. Viewing Tapes 1. Turn on your PDP. 2.
Connecting a DVD Player (480i, 480p) This PDP displays the optimum picture in 720p mode. Playing DVD PDP DVD Player Power cord Component cable Audio cable How to Connect 1 Connect the Y, PB, PR (COMPONENT) input jacks on the PDP with Y, PB, PR output jacks on the DVD player using a component cable. 2 Connect the AUDIO L/R(COMPONENT) input jacks on the PDP with the AUDIO output jacks on the DVD player using a audio cable.
Connecting a DTV Receiver (480p, 720p, 1080i) This PDP displays the optimum picture in 720p mode. Watching DTV PDP DTV Receiver Power cord or Component cable Audio cable DVI cable Use a DVI-D video cable. How to Connect 1 2 Connect the cable or antenna to the antenna input jack on the DTV. 3 Connect the AUDIO L/R(COMPONENT or DVI) input jacks on the PDP with the AUDIO output jacks on the DTV receiver using an audio cable.
Connecting to HDMI (High Definition Multimedia Interface) (480p, 720p, 1080i) Watching DTV PDP HDMI cable DTV Set-Top Box Power cord How to Connect 1 2 Connect the cable or antenna to the antenna input jack on the DTV. Connect the HDMI IN jack on the TV with the HDMI OUT jack on the DTV Set-Top Box using a HDMI cable. Notes • Please make sure the HDMI source's power is on before selecting HDMI from the “Source List”. • The HDMI IN jack is not compatible with PC.
Connecting a Digital TV Set-Top Box (480p, 720p, 1080i) By inputting a high-bandwidth digital content protection High-Definition picture source to the DVI IN jack on the TV, High-Definition pictures can be displayed on the screen in their digital form. Connecting to DVI (Digital Visual Interface) PDP DTV Set-Top Box Power cord From cable or Antenna Audio cable DVI cable Use a DVI-D video cable.
Connecting a Digital Audio System There are many types of digital audio systems on the market today. A simplified illustration of an audio system is shown below. For more information, see your audio system owner’s manual. PDP Digital Audio System Power cord or Coaxial cable Optical cable How to Connect 32 1 If your audio system has a coaxial digital audio input, connect to the “COAXIAL” output jack on the PDP.
Connecting to an Analog Amplifier/ Sub woofer Speaker PDP Power cord Powered Subwoofer (Option) Audio cable Analog Amplifier How to Connect 1 The “AUDIO OUT” terminals cannot be used for external speakers. You must hook them up to an amplifier. When an audio amplifier is connected to the “AUDIO OUT” terminals: Decrease the gain (volume) of the audio amplifier, and adjust the volume level with the volume control on the PDP.
P L A S M A D I S P L A Y P A N E L Operation Turning the PDP On and Off ..........................................................36 Viewing the Menus and Displays....................................................39 Memorizing the Channels..............................................................40 Adding and Erasing Channels ......................................................43 Setting Up Your Remote Control ....................................................
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 able to use its features. You can also use the POWER ( ) button on the front of the PDP. Note • 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 ( ).
3 Press the ▲ or ▼ button to memorize the channels of the selected connection. Press the ENTER button to select “Start”. Notes • If the antenna is connected to ANT 1(CABLE IN), select “CABLE” and if it is connected to ANT 2(AIR IN), select “AIR”. • If both ANT 1 and ANT 2 are connected, select the “Air + Cable”. • If the CableCARD is inserted into the “CableCARD” slot on the rear panel, “Cable” and “Air+Cable” are not available. Plug & Play Select the antennas to memorize.
6 Press the ▲ or ▼ button to highlight the time zone for your local area (and to move the highlight to the appropriate time zone on the map of the United States). Press the ENTER button. If you have received a digital signal, the time will be set automatically. If not, see page 92 to set the clock. 7 Plug & Play Select your time zone in which you live. Eastern Central Mountain Pacific Alaska Hawaii Move Enter i Completed. Time will be updated automatically. The message “Completed.
Viewing the Menus and Displays Your PDP has a simple, easy-to-use menu system that appears on the PDP screen. This system makes it convenient and fast to use features on the PDP. Your PDP also lets you display the status of many of your PDP’s features. Viewing the Menus 1 With the power on, press the MENU button on the remote control. The main menu appears on the screen. The Input menu is selected.
Memorizing the Channels Your TV 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. There are three steps for memorizing channels: selecting a broadcast source, memorizing the channels (automatic) and adding and deleting channels (manual).
3 Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select the antenna connection, then press the ENTER button. TV Auto Program Select the antennas to memorize Notes If the CableCARD is inserted into the “CableCARD” slot on the rear panel, “Cable” and “Air+Cable” are not available. Start Start Start Air Cable Air + Cable • Air : “Air” antenna signal. • Cable : “Cable” antenna signal. • Air+Cable : “Air” and “Cable” antenna signals.
Storing Channels in Memory 4 Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select the antennas to memorize. Press the ENTER button to select “Start”. TV Auto Program Select the antennas to memorize Start Start Start Air Cable Air + Cable Move 5 Press the ENTER button to start the auto program. The TV begins memorizing all available stations. Press the ENTER button at any time to interrupt the memorization process. Press the EXIT button to exit.
Adding and Erasing Channels To add channels that were not memorized (or to delete unwanted channels from memory). 1 Press the MENU button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Channel”, then press the ENTER button. TV Channel Antenna Auto Program Add / Delete Favorite Channels Name Fine Tune † More Move 2 Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Add/Delete”, then press the ENTER button. TV Enter 3 Press the CH or CH button to switch to the appropriate channel, then repeat above.
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. For example, to select channel 27, press “2” then “7”.
Using the “-” Button The “-” button is used to select stations that broadcast both a digital and analog signal. For example, for Channel 7-1 (digital), press “7”, then “-”, then “1”. DTV CABLE 7-1 KYW-HD HD Picture Mode : Dynamic Sound Mode : Custom MTS : English No Time Information For channel 7-2 (analog), press “7”, then “-”, then “2”.
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 five different modes : TV, VCR, CATV, 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. Notes : ● The remote control may not be compatible with all DVD Players, VCRs, or Cable boxes.
Remote Control Codes VCR Codes Cable Box Codes DVD Codes 47
Viewing an External Signal Source Use the remote control to switch between viewing signals from connected equipment, such as VCR, 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”. TV Input Source List Edit Name √ √ ➤ Quick way to access viewing an external signal source : Just press the “SOURCE” button on the remote control. Move 2 Press the ENTER button to select “Source List”.
Assigning Names to External input mode 1 Press the MENU button. Press the ENTER button to select “Input”. TV Input Source List Edit Name √ √ Move 2 Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Edit Name”, then press the ENTER button. TV Enter Edit Name AV1 AV2 S-Video1 S-Video2 Component † More : : : : : Move 3 4 Press the ENTER button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select external device, then press the ENTER button.
P L A S M A D I S P L A Y P A N E L Picture Control Customizing the Picture ................................................................52 Using Automatic Picture Settings ....................................................53 Selecting the Color Tone................................................................54 DNIe (Digital Natural Image engine) ..............................................55 Changing the Screen Size ............................................................
Customizing the Picture You can use the on-screen menus to change the Contrast, Brightness, Sharpness, Color, and Tint settings of your PDP. Press the MENU button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Picture”, then press the ENTER button. 1 TV Picture Mode : Dynamic Custom Color Tone : Normal Size DNIe : On My Color Control † More Move 2 Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Custom”, then press the ENTER button. You will also see the items “Contrast”, “Brightness”, “Sharpness”, “Color”, and “Tint”.
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. TV Picture Mode : Dynamic Custom Color Tone : Normal Size DNIe : On My Color Control † 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”.
Selecting the Color Tone 1 Press the MENU button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Picture”, then press the ENTER button. TV Picture Mode : Dynamic Custom Color Tone : Normal Size DNIe : On My Color Control † More Move 2 Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Color Tone”, then press the ENTER button. TV 3 Picture TV 4 54 Enter Return Picture Mode : Dynamic Custom Cool2 Color Tone : Normal Cool1 Size Normal DNIe : On My Color Control Warm1 Warm2 † More Move Press the MENU button to exit.
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. TV Picture Mode : Dynamic Custom Color Tone : Normal Size DNIe : On My Color Control † More ➤ Quick way to select DNIe: Simply press the “DNIe” button under the cover of the remote control.
Changing the Screen Size Screen size selection depends on the type of video input. 1 Press the MENU button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Picture”, then press the ENTER button. TV Picture Mode : Dynamic Custom Color Tone : Normal Size DNIe : On My Color Control † More ➤ Quick way to change the Screen size: Simply press the ASPECT button under the cover of the remote control. Move 2 Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Size”, then press the ENTER button.
When you press the ASPECT button under the cover of the remote control, the PDP’s screen mode should appear in sequence. The screen displays in this order: 16:9, Panorama, Zoom1, Zoom2, 4:3. Note • If you watch a still image or the 4:3 mode for a long time (over 2 hours), an image may be burned onto the screen. View the TV in 16:9 or Panorama mode as much as possible. 16:9 Zoom2 Sets the picture to 16:9 wide mode. The screen size when the Zoom1 screen is vertically enlarged.
Freezing the Picture Still Press the STILL button on the remote control to freeze a moving picture. Press again to cancel. Notes • The still picture will automatically be released after 3 minutes to prevent screen burn. • If you press a remocon button in Still mode, the still picture will be cleared.
Viewing the Picture-in-Picture Selecting the PIP Screen 1 TV Press the MENU button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Picture”, then press the ENTER button. Picture Mode : Dynamic Custom Color Tone : Normal Size DNIe : On My Color Control † More ➤ Quick way to access the PIP mode: Just press the “PIP” button on the remote control. 2 Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “PIP”, then press the ENTER button. Move TV 3 Press the ENTER button, then press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “On”.
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. TV Picture Mode : Dynamic Custom Color Tone : Normal Size DNIe : On My Color Control † More Move 2 Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “PIP”, then press the ENTER button.
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. TV Picture Mode : Dynamic Custom Color Tone : Normal Size DNIe : On My Color Control † More Move 2 Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “PIP”, then press the ENTER button. TV 3 Note • If main picture is in TV(DTV), COMPONENT, DVI, or HDMI mode, Swap is not available.
Changing the Size of the PIP Window 1 Press the MENU button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Picture”, then press the ENTER button. TV Picture Mode : Dynamic Custom Color Tone : Normal Size DNIe : On My Color Control † More Move 2 Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “PIP”, then press the ENTER button. TV 3 PIP Source Swap Size Position PIP Channel TV 4 PIP Source Swap Size Position PIP Channel TV 62 Press the MENU button to exit.
Changing the Location of the PIP Image 1 Press the MENU button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Picture”, then press the ENTER button. TV Picture Mode : Dynamic Custom Color Tone : Normal Size DNIe : On My Color Control † More Move 2 Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “PIP”, then press the ENTER button.
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 TV Picture Mode : Dynamic Custom Color Tone : Normal Size DNIe : On My Color Control † More “ or ” button under the cover of the remote control. Move 2 Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “PIP”, then press the ENTER button.
Setting the My Color Control Mode My Color Control mode allows users to adjust colors according to thier preferences, by adjusting skin, sky, and grass tones using the predefined settings (Standard, Custom, Blue, Green, Pink) without affecting other colors on the screen. Using the My Color Control Function in the Easy Control Menu Skin, sky and grass tones are easily adjustable to suit your preferences. 1 Press the MENU button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Picture”, then press the ENTER button.
My Color Control Mode Characteristics Using My Color Control mode, you can enjoy vivid colors as shown below. Original ➤ Standard Picture. Green ➤ Emphasizes Mild Greens. Note Blue ➤ Emphasizes Clear Blues. Pink ➤ Emphasizes Warm Skin Colors. • Images shown above may differ from the actual adjustment on the screen. These images are presented for illustrative purposes.
Setting the My Color Control Mode My Color Control Custom Settings Users can adjust the 3 My Color Control colors (Pink, Green and Blue). 1 Press the MENU button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Picture”, then press the ENTER button. TV Picture Mode : Dynamic Custom Color Tone : Normal Size DNIe : On My Color Control † More Move 2 Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “My Color Control”, then press the ENTER button.
Resetting the My Color Control Colors to the Factory Defaults To return to the factory default settings for My Color Control colors, use the Reset function. 1 Press the MENU button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Picture”, then press the ENTER button. TV Picture Mode : Dynamic Custom Color Tone : Normal Size DNIe : On My Color Control † More Move 2 Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “My Color Control”, then press the ENTER button.
Selecting the DVI Standard This feature is for aligning the screen image center dislocated by differences between various DVI and HDMI signal sources. The initial setting is “861B”. If you experience a mis-aligned screen image OK when the “DVI and HDMI INPUT” jack on the rear of your TV is used for an external device, switch the setting to “SMPTE”. This feature only works when the external source is set to “DVI and HDMI”. Refer to the “Viewing an External Signal Source” on the page 48 for further details.
P L A S M A D I S P L A Y P A N E L Sound Control Customizing the Sound ................................................................72 Using Automatic Sound Settings ....................................................73 Setting the TruSurround XT ............................................................74 Setting up DNSe (Digital Natural Sound engine) ..............................75 Choosing a Multi-Channel Sound (MTS) track - Digital ......................
Customizing the Sound The sound settings can be adjusted to suit your personal preferences. (Alternatively, you can use one of the “automatic” settings. See next page.) 1 Press the MENU button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Sound”, then press the ENTER button. TV Sound Mode : Custom Equalizer SRS TruSurround XT : Off DNSe Multi-Track Options Auto Volume : Off † More Move 2 Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Equalizer”, then press the ENTER button.
Using Automatic Sound Settings Your TV has automatic sound settings (“Standard”, “Music”, “Movie”, and “Speech”) that are preset at the factory. Or, you can select “Custom,” which automatically recalls your personalized sound settings. 1 Press the MENU button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Sound”, then press the ENTER button. TV Sound Mode : Custom Equalizer SRS TruSurround XT : Off DNSe Multi-Track Options Auto Volume : Off † More Move 2 Press the ENTER button to select “Mode”.
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.
Setting up DNSe (Digital Natural Sound engine) What is the Speaker Equalizer? The Speaker Equalizer improves the sound quality the speaker by compensating for the bandwidth of speakers. What is DRC (Dynamic Range Control)? The DRC modulates the high and low volume sound from the speakers. It is useful when watching TV late at night. 1 Press the MENU button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Sound”, then press the ENTER button.
Choosing a Multi-Channel Sound (MTS) track - Digital The digital-TV transmission system is capable of simultaneous transmission of many audio tracks (for example, simultaneous translations of the program into foreign languages). The availability of these additional “multitracks” depends upon the program. 1 Press the MENU button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Sound”, then press the ENTER button.
Choosing a Multi-Channel Sound (MTS) track - Analog Depending on the particular program being broadcast, you can listen to Mono, Stereo or SAP. 1 Press the MENU button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Sound”, then press the ENTER button. TV Sound Mode : Custom Equalizer SRS TruSurround XT : Off DNSe Multi-Track Options Auto Volume : Off † More ➤ Quick way to access the MTS menu: Just press the “MTS” button on the remote control repeatedly to select one of the settings.
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. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Sound”, then press the ENTER button.
Choosing a Digital Sound Format Digital sound can be output from the rear panel connector on your TV. The digital sound outputs are connectors labeled “Optical” and “Coaxial”. After connecting a digital-audio component, you must specify the transmission format (Dolby or PCM, as appropriate to your digital audio component). 1 Press the MENU button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Sound”, then press the ENTER button.
Setting up the Sub Woofer Output After connecting a Sub Woofer Speaker (sold separately), you may set the activation, volume and cut-off frequency. 1 Press the MENU button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Sound”, then press the ENTER button. TV Sound Mode : Custom Equalizer SRS TruSurround XT : Off DNSe Multi-Track Options Auto Volume : Off † More Move 2 Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Sub Woofer”, then press the ENTER button.
Setting the On/Off Melody A melody sound can be set to come on when the TV is powered On or Off. 1 Press the MENU button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Sound”, then press the ENTER button. TV Sound Mode : Custom Equalizer SRS TruSurround XT : Off DNSe Multi-Track Options Auto Volume : Off † More Move 2 Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Melody”, then press the ENTER button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “On” or “Off”, then press the ENTER button.
Selecting the Internal Mute Sound output from the TV speakers is muted. 1 Press the MENU button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Sound”, then press the ENTER button. TV Sound Mode : Custom Equalizer SRS TruSurround XT : Off DNSe Multi-Track Options Auto Volume : Off † More Move 2 Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Internal Mute”, then press the ENTER button. TV 3 • Pressing the ▲ or ▼ button will alternate between “On” and “Off”.
P L A S M A D I S P L A Y P A N E L Channel Control Selecting the antenna ..................................................................84 Selecting Your Favorite Channels ..................................................85 Labeling the Channels ..................................................................86 Viewing the Channel Lists..............................................................87 Fine Tuning Analog Channels ........................................................
Selecting the antenna 1 Press the MENU button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Channel”, then press the ENTER button. TV Channel Antenna Auto Program Add / Delete Favorite Channels Name Fine Tune † More Move 2 Press the ENTER button to select “Antenna”. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Air”, or “Cable”, then press the ENTER button.
Selecting Your Favorite Channels You can store of your favorite channels for each available input source (such as TV and Cable box). Then, when you press the FAV.CH button on the remote control, the TV displays only the favorite channels you previously stored, allowing you to quickly and easily find frequently watched channels. To Store Your Favorite Channels: 1 Press the MENU button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Channel”, then press the ENTER button.
Labeling the Channels Use this feature to assign an easy-to-remember label to any channel (i.e., “CBS”, “ESPN”, “PBS2”, “CNN1”, etc.) A label consists of five fields, where each field is a letter, a number or a blank. When the INFO button is pressed, the channel label will appear next to the channel number. 1 Press the MENU button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Channel”, then press the ENTER button.
Viewing the Channel Lists You can display a list of all channels or your favorite channels. 1 Press the MENU button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Channel”, then press the ENTER button. TV Channel Antenna Auto Program Add / Delete Favorite Channels Name Fine Tune † More ➤ Quick way to view the Channel Lists: Just press the “CH.LIST” button on the remote control. Move 2 Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Channel List”, then press the ENTER button.
Fine Tuning Analog 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 Antenna Auto Program Add / Delete Favorite Channels Name Fine Tune † More Move 2 Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Fine Tune”, then press the ENTER button.
Checking the Digital-Signal Strength Unlike analog channels, which can vary in reception quality from “snowy” to clear, digital (HDTV) channels have either perfect reception quality or you will not receive them at all. So, unlike analog channels, you cannot fine tune a digital channel. You can, however, adjust your antenna to improve the reception of available digital channels. 1 Press the MENU button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Channel”, then press the ENTER button.
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. TV Channel Antenna Auto Program Add / Delete Favorite Channels Name Fine Tune † More Move 2 Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “LNA”, then press the ENTER button.
P L A S M A D I S P L A Y P A N E Time Setting Setting the Clock .......................................................................92 Setting the Sleep Timer...............................................................94 Setting the On/Off Timer............................................................
Setting the Clock Setting the clock is necessary in order to use the various timer features of the TV. Also, you can check the time while watching the TV. (Just press the INFO button.) Option 1: Setting the Clock Manually 1 Press the MENU button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Setup”, then press the ENTER button. TV Setup Language : English Time V-Chip Caption Menu Transparency : Medium Function Help : Off † More Move 2 Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Time”, then press the ENTER button.
Option 2: Setting the Clock Automatically The Clock can be set automatically if you are receiving a digital signal. 1 Press the MENU button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Setup”, then press the ENTER button. TV Setup Language : English Time V-Chip Caption Menu Transparency : Medium Function Help : Off † More Move 2 Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Time”, then press the ENTER button. Press the ENTER button to select “Clock”.
Setting the Sleep Timer The sleep timer automatically shuts off the TV after a preset time (from 30 to 180 minutes). 1 Press the MENU button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Setup”, then press the ENTER button. TV Setup Language : English Time V-Chip Caption Menu Transparency : Medium Function Help : Off † More ➤ Quick way to access the sleep timer setting: Simply press the “SLEEP” button under the cover of the remote control.
Setting the On/Off Timer 1 Press the MENU button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Setup”, then press the ENTER button. TV Setup Language : English Time V-Chip Caption Menu Transparency : Medium Function Help : Off † More Move 2 Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Time”, then press the ENTER button. Enter TV √ √ √ √ √ √ Return Time 07/ 07/ 2004/ 03 : 43 pm Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “On Timer”, then press the ENTER button.
P L A S M A D I S P L A Y P A N E Function Description Selecting a Menu Language .....................................................98 Selecting the Film Mode ...........................................................99 Digital Noise Reduction .........................................................100 Using the Color Weakness Enhancement Option .......................101 Selecting the Fan...................................................................
Selecting a Menu Language 1 Press the MENU button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Setup”, then press the ENTER button. TV Setup Language : English Time V-Chip Caption Menu Transparency : Medium Function Help : Off † More Move 2 Press the ENTER button to select “Language”. Enter TV Language : English English Time Spanish French V-Chip Caption Menu Transparency : Medium Function Help : Off † More Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select the appropriate language: “English”, “Spanish”, or “French”.
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. TV Picture Mode : Dynamic Custom Color Tone : Normal Size DNIe : On My Color Control † More Move 2 Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Film Mode”, then press the ENTER button.
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 “Picture”, then press the ENTER button. TV Picture Mode : Dynamic Custom Color Tone : Normal Size DNIe : On My Color Control † More Move 2 Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Digital NR”, then press the ENTER button.
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. TV Setup Language : English Time V-Chip Caption Menu Transparency : Medium Function Help : Off † More Move 2 Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Color Weakness ”, then press the ENTER button.
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. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Setup”, then press the ENTER button.
Viewing Closed Captions (On-Screen Text Messages) - Analog The Analog Caption function operates in either analog RF channel mode or external signal mode. 1 Press the Menu button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Setup”, then press the ENTER button. TV Language : English Time V-Chip Caption Menu Transparency : Medium Function Help : Off † More ➤ Quick way to select Caption: Simply press the “CAPTION” button under the cover of the remote control.
Viewing Closed Captions (On-Screen Text Messages) - Digital The Digital Captions function operates on digital channels. 1 Press the MENU button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Setup”, then press the ENTER button. TV Setup Language : English Time V-Chip Caption Menu Transparency : Medium Function Help : Off † More Move 2 Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Caption”, then press the ENTER button.
6 Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Size”, then press the ENTER button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select the desired Caption option, then press the ENTER button. Press the Up or Down button to select the desired sub-menu options(see options below), then press ENTER.
Menu Transparency Level Adjusts the transparency of the menu screen. 1 Press the MENU button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Setup”, then press the ENTER button. TV Setup Language : English Time V-Chip Caption Menu Transparency : Medium Function Help : Off † More Move 2 Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Menu Transparency”, then press the ENTER button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select level, then press the ENTER button. TV 106 Press the MENU button to exit.
Setting the Function Help Displays help on the menu functions. 1 Press the MENU button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Setup”, then press the ENTER button. TV Setup Language : English Time V-Chip Caption Menu Transparency : Medium Function Help : Off † More Move 2 Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Function Help”, then press the ENTER button.
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. Notes : ● When the V-chip feature is activated, the PIP features do not function. ● The V-Chip does not work if the input is DTV (HD or SD). Setting Up Your Personal ID Number (PIN) 1 Press the MENU button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Setup”, then press the ENTER button.
How to Enable/Disable the V-Chip 1 Press the MENU button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Setup”, then press the ENTER button. TV Setup Language : English Time V-Chip Caption Menu Transparency : Medium Function Help : Off † More 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.
How to Set up Restrictions using the “TV Parental 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.
5 At this point, one of the TV-Ratings is selected. Press the ENTER button. Depending on your existing setup, a symbol will be selected. (Blank = Unblocked, = Blocked) TV TV Parental Guidelines Allow All Block All While “ ” is selected, press the ENTER button to block or unblock the category. To select a different TV-Rating, press the ▲ or ▼ button and then repeat the process. Move Enter Return Note 1: The TV-Y, TV-Y7, TV-G, TV-PG, TV-14 and TV-MA have additional options.
How to Set up Restrictions using the MPAA Ratings: G, PG, PG-13, R, NC-17, X, NR 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.
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 Enter your PIN number. Channel Is Locked by TV-pg[ S ] Use the NUMBER buttons to enter your pin number to unlock all channels. Press EXIT to clear PIN. Press MENU for main menu. Channel Is Locked by TV-pg[ L ] Use the NUMBER buttons to enter your pin number to unlock all channels.
Electronic Program Guide Your TV has an “Electronic Program Guide” to help you navigate through all the possible viewing options. The EPG supplies information, such as program lists, start and end times of all available channels. In addition, detailed information about the program is often available in the EPG. (The availability and the amount of program details will vary depending on the broadcaster.
Using the Electronic Program Guide 1 Press the MENU button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Guide”, then press the ENTER button. TV Guide Mini Guide Full Guide Reminder List Default Guide Move 2 Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Default Guide”, then press the ENTER button.
Viewing Information about a Single Channel 1 Press the MENU button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Guide”, then press the ENTER button. TV Guide Mini Guide Full Guide Reminder List Default Guide : Mini Guide Move 2 Press the ENTER button to select “Mini Guide”. Return Mini Guide 3 Press the ▲ or ▼ buttons to view information about one channel by time. You can switch between Full Guide mode and Mini Guide mode by pressing the Red button repeatedly.
Viewing Information about Channels Displays the program time and content for all channels. This function is available only when the program is digital. 1 Press the MENU button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Guide”, then press the ENTER button. 2 Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Full Guide”, then press the ENTER button.
Reminder List Viewing the Reminder List If you have made a scheduled viewing list of programs you would like to see, the channel will be automatically switched to the scheduled program at the scheduled time even if you are watching another program. 1 Press the MENU button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Guide”, then press the ENTER button. TV Guide Mini Guide Full Guide Reminder List Default Guide Move 2 3 Press the ENTER button to select “Full Guide”.
To view the Reminder List 1 Press the MENU button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Guide”, then press the ENTER button. TV Guide Mini Guide Full Guide Reminder List Default Guide Move 2 Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select “Reminder List”, then press the ENTER button.
P L A S M A D I S P L A Y P A N E L Appendix Troubleshooting..........................................................................122 Care and Maintenance ..............................................................123 Specifications ............................................................................
Troubleshooting Before you call a service technician, please scan this list of problems and possible solutions. It may save you time and money. Problem 122 Possible Solution Poor picture. Check all wire connections. No picture or sound. Try another channel. Press the SOURCE button. Make sure the TV is plugged in. Check the antenna connections. Poor sound quality. Try another channel. Adjust the volume. Your remote control does not operate the PDP.
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. Liquids • Do not place liquids near or on the PDP.
Specifications Exterior design and product specifications are subject to change without prior notice to improve the performance of this product. HP-P5581 Model Dimensions Display 1425 (W) x 114 (D) x 825.4 (H) mm / 56.10 (W) X 4.49 (D) X 32.50 (H) inches (Without Stand) 1425 (W) x 490 (D) x 921 (H) mm / 56.10 (W) X 19.29 (D) X 36.26 (H) inches (With Stand) Weight Display 59.2 Kg / 130.5 lbs (Without Stand) 68 Kg / 149.
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