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sound , vision . sou / PLASMADISPLAYSYSTEM SYSTEMED'ECRANPLASMA SISTEMADEPANTALLADEPLASMA PDP - 505OHD PDP - 4350HD PDP - 5045HD PDP - 4345HD DD _ DIGITAL i . . . ll _ lrlrlll Operating Instructions - - ode d'emploi Manual de instrucciones
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IMPORTANT CAUTION The lightn ng flash wth arrowhead symbol , within an CAUTION : The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle s equilateral tr angle , is intended to alert the user to the TO PREVE NT THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK , DO NOT intended to alert the user to the presence of mportant presence of uninsulated " dangerous voltage " within the REMOVE COVER ( OR BACK ) . NO USER - SERVICEABLE operating and maintenance ( servicing ) instructions in the product's enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude PARTS INSIDE . REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED literature accompany ng the appliance . SERVICE PERSONNEL . to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons . IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 1 ) Read these instructions . 11 ) Only use attachments / accessories specified by the manufacturer . 2 ) Keep these instructions . 3 ) Heed all warnings . 12 ) Use only with the cart , stand , tripod , bracket , or 4 ) Follow all instructions . table specified by the manufacturer , or sold with the 5 ) Do not use this apparatus near water . apparatus . When a cart is used , use caution when 6 ) Clean only with dry cloth . moving the cart / apparatus combination to avoid 7 ) Do not block any ventilation openings . Install in injury from tip - over . accordance with the manufacturer's instructions . 8 ) Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators , heat registers , stoves , or other apparatus ( including amplifiers ) that produce heat . 9 ) Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding - type plug . A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other . A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding 13 ) Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or prong . The wide blade or the third prong are when unused for long periods of time . provided for your safety . If the provided plug does 14 ) Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel . not fit into your outlet , consult an electrician for Servicing is required when the apparatus has been replacement of the obsolete outlet . damaged in any way , such as power - supply cord or 10 ) Protect the power cord from being walked on or plug is damaged , liquid has been spilled or objects pinched particularly at plugs , convenience have fallen into the apparatus , the apparatus has receptacles , and the point where they exit from the been exposed to rain or moisture , does not operate normally , or has been dropped . apparatus . Note to CATV system installer . This reminder is provided to call the CATV system installer's attention to Article 820 - 40 of the NEC that provides guidelines for proper grounding and , in particular , specifies that the cable ground - shall be connected to the grounding system of the building , as close to the point of cable entry as practical .
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CAUTION : WARNING : THE APPARATUS IS NOT WATER - PROOFS , TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD , DO This product satisfies FCC regulatbns when shielded NOT EXPOSETHIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE cables and connectors are used to connect the unit to AND DO NOT PUT ANY WATER SOURCE NEAR THIS other equipment , To prevent electromagnetic interfer - APPARATUS , SUCH AS VASE , FLOWER POT , COSMET - ence with electric appliances such as radios and televi - ICS CONTAINER AND MEDICINE BOTTLE ETC , sions , use shielded cables and connectors for connec - tions , mm , WARNING : Handling the cord on this product or cords associated with accessories sold with the prod - FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION uct will expose you to lead , a chemical known to the DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY State of California and other governmental entities to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm , Wash hands after handling . This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules , Op - eration is subject to the following two conditions : ( 1 ) This device may not cause harmful interference , and ( 2 ) this device must accept any interference received , including NOTE : This equipment has been tested and found to interference that may cause undesired operation , comply with the limits for a class B digital device , pur - Product Name : Plasma Display System suant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules , These limits are de - ( Plasma Display ) signed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation , This equipment ( Media Receiver ) generates , uses , and can radiate radio frequency energy Model Number : PDP - B050HD PDP - 4350HD and , if not installed and used in accordance with the ( PDP - 505PU ) ( PDP - 435PU ) instructions , may cause harmful interference to radio ( PDP - AR05U ) ( PDP - AR05U ) communications , Howeve _ sthere is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation , If PDP - 5045HD PDP - 4345HD this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio ( PDP - 504PU ) ( PDP - 434PU ) or television reception , which can be determined by turn - ( PDP - R05U ) ( PDP - R05U ) ing the equipment off and on , the user is encouraged to Product Category : Class B Personal Computers & Periph - try to correct the interference by one or more of the fol - erals lowing measures : Responsible Party Name : PIONEER ELECTRONICS - - Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna , ( USA ) , INC , , Customer Support Div , - - Increase the separation between the equipment and receiven Address : RO , BOX 1760 , LONG BEACH , CA , , 90801 - 1760 U , S , A , - - Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected , Phone : ( 800 ) 421 - 1625 For Business Customer URL - - Consult the dealer or an experienced radio / TV tech - nician for help , http : / / www , PioneerUSA , com Information to User IMPORTANT NOTICE : The serial number for this equipment is located on the rear panel , Please write this Alteration or modifications carried out without appro - priate authorization may invalidate the user's right to serial number on your enclosed warranty card and keep it in a secure area , This is for your security , operate the equipment , [ For Canadian model ] WARNING : Be sure to plug this equipment into a grounding - type AC outlet , This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES - 003 ,
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, Contents " j B / , Thank you for buying this Pioneer product , Please read through these operating instructions so you will know how to operate your model properly , After you have finished reading the instructions , put them away in a safe place for future reference , In some countries or regions , the shape of the power plug and power outlet may sometimes differ from that shown in the explana - tory drawings , However the method of connecting and operating the unit is the same , Usingthe multiscreen functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 . . 8 . 01 Important User Guidance Information Splitting the screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 . . 8 . . 02 Safety Precautions Freezingimages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 . . 9 . . 03 Operational Precautions 08 Menu Setup Menu configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 . . 0 . . 04 Supplied Accessories AV mode menus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 . . 0 . . Plasma Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 . . 1 . . . PC mode menus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 . . 0 . . Media Receiver . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 . . 1 . . . Menu operations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 . . 0 . . . 05 Part Names 09 Tuner Setup Plasma Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 . . 2 . . . Setting upTV channels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 . . 1 . . Media Receiver . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 . . 2 . . . Using Auto Channel Preset . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 . . 1 . Remote control unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 . . 4 . . Setting for skipping unwanted channels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 . 1 Setting up ? # channels manually . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 . . 1 06 Preparation Naming TVchannels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 . . 2 . . Installing the Plasma Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 . . 5 . Checking signal strength . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 . . 2 . Installing the Media Receiver . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 . . 6 . Checking the CableCard ID . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 . . 2 Installing the Media Receiververtically . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 . 6 Enablingdata acquisition . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 . . 2 . Connecting the systemcable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 . . 8 . ParentalControl . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 . . 3 . . . Routing cables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 . . 9 . . . Changing the password . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 . . 3 . Preparingthe remotecontrol unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 . . 0 Clearing the password . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 . . 4 . Inserting batteries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 . . 0 . . Activating the Parental Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 . . 4 Cautions regarding batteries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 . . 0 Setting the voluntary movie rating system Allowed operation range of the remote ( MPAA ) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 . . 4 . . . control unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 . . 0 . . . Setting the TV ratings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 . . 5 . Cautions regarding the remote control unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 Setting the TV ParentalGuidelines _ V Guidelines ) , , , 35 Cable connections for watching digital and / or Blocking Not RatedTV programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 . . 5 conventional TVchannels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 . . 1 . Canadian rating systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 . . 6 . Connecting VHF / UHFantennasand a Cable Setting Canadian English ratings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 . . 6 Converter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 . . 1 . . . Setting Canadian Frenchratings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 . . 7 Cable connections for watching digital Temporarilydeactivating the Parental Control . . . . . . . . . . . 37 TV channels over air ( VHF / UHF ) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 . . 1 Setting your favorite channels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 . . 7 . Connecting VHF / UHFantennas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 . . 1 Setting up closed captions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 . . 7 . Switching betweenantenna A and B . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.2 Activating the closed caption . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 . . 8 Inserting the cable card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 . . 2 . Selectingthe type of conventional closed captions , , 38 Connecting the powercord . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 . . 3 . Selectingdigital closed captions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 . . 8 Selectingdigital closed caption parameters . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38 07 Basic Operations Clock Setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 . . 9 . . . Turning on the power ( Standby ) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 . . 4 Turning off the power ( Standby ) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 . . 4 Watching TVchannels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 . . 5 . . Selecting the antenna . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 . . 5 . Changing channels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 . . 5 . . Changing the volume and sound . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 . . 6 Viewing a channel banner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 . . 6 . Using the PODservice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 . . 7 . Changing the language . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 . . 7 . Setting MTS / SAPmode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 . . 7 . Er ]
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, ° Contents } Connecting other audio equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 . . 3 10 Adjustments and Settings Connecting an AVreceiver . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 . . 3 SleepTimer , . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 . . 0 . . . m AVSelection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 . . 0 . . . Watching a D - VHSimage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 . . 4 . What is i , LINK ? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 . . 4 . . Picture adjustments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 . . 1 . . Which i , LINKdevices are connectable ? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 . 4 ProAdjust . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 . . 1 . . . What can berecorded through i , LINK ? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 . 4 Sound adjustments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 . . 2 . . Connecting D - VHSrecorders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 . . 4 FOCUS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 . . 3 . . . FrontSurround . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 . . 3 . . When connecting a single D - VHSrecorder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54 PowerControl . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 . . 3 . . . When connecting two D - VHSrecorders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 . 4 Displaying a D - VHSimage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 . . 5 . EnergySave . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 . . 3 . . . Useful and important notification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.5 No Signal off ( AVmode only ) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 . . 3 . Setting up for controlling a D - VHSrecorder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56 No Operation off ( AVmode only ) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 . . 4 Editing the i , LINK list . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 . . 6 . PowerManagement ( PC mode only ) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4.4 Setting up for i , LINK standby . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 . . 7 Adjusting image positions ( AVmode only ) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4.4 Operating the control panelscreen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.7 Adjusting image positions and clock automatically Watching an image from a personal computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58 ( PCmode only ) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 . . 5 . . . Connecting a personal computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.8 Adjusting image positions and clock manually Displaying an image from a personal computer . . . . . . . 58 ( PCmode only ) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 . . 5 . . . Computer compatibility chart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 . . 8 . Selecting a screensize . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 . . 6 . . Connecting the VCRcontroller . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 . . 9 Changing the brightness at both sides of the screen The lists of controllable recording ( SideMask ) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 . . 7 . . . . equipment manufactures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 . . 0 . Languagesetting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 . . 7 . . Connecting control cords . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 . . 1 . 11 Timer Presetting About SR + . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 . . 1 . . . PresettingTV programs using the timer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4.8 13 Useful Remote Control Features Priority rules for overlapped presettings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4.9 Learningfunction of the remotecontrol unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 . 2 12 Enjoying through External Equipment Usingthe learning function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 . . 2 Watching a DVDimage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 . . 0 . . Presetting manufacture codes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 . . 2 Connecting a DVDplayer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 . . 0 . Manufacture codes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 . . 3 . . Displaying a DVDimage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 . . 0 . Using the remotecontrol unit to control other Watching aVCRimage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 . . 0 . . devices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 . . 4 . . . . Connecting a VCR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 . . 0 . . Receivercontrol buttons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 . . 4 . Displaying a VCRimage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 . . 0 . Cable control buttons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 . . 5 . Using HDMI Input . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 . . 1 . . . SATcontrol buttons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 . . 6 . . Connecting HDMI equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 . . 1 VCRcontrol buttons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 . . 7 . Enjoyinga game console or watching camcorder DVD / DVRcontrol buttons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 . . 8 . images . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 . . 2 . . . . 14 Appendix Connecting a game console or camcorder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52 Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 . . 9 . . Displaying an image of the game consob or camcorder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 . . 2 . . . Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 . . 9 . . . Recordingdigital TV programs using a VCRor DVDrecorder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 . . 2 . . . Avoiding unwanted feedback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 . . 2 Connecting a recorder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 . . 3 . 1.1 ER
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lmportant User Guidance Information j In order to obtain maximum enjoyment from this Pioneer Installation guidelines PureVision PDP - 5050H D / P DP - 4350HD / PDP - 5045H D / P DP - The Pioneer PureVision PDP - 5050HD / PDP - 4350HD / PDP - 4345HD Plasma Display System , please first read this 5045HD / PDP - 4345HD Plasma Display System incorporates a information carefully , very thin design , To ensure safety , please take the proper measures to mount or install the Plasma Display , in order to With the Pioneer PureVision PDP - 5050HD / PDP - 4350HD / PDP - prevent the unit from tipping over in the event of vibration or 5045HD / PDP - 4345HD , you can be assured of a high quality accidental movement , Plasma Display System with long - life and high reliability , To achieve images of exceptional quality , this Pioneer Plasma This product should be installed by using only parts and Display System incorporates state - of - the - art design and accessories designed by PIONEER , Use of accessories other construction , as well as very precise and highly advanced than the PIONEER stand or installation bracket may result in technology , instability , and could cause injury , For custom installation , please consult the dealer where the unit was purchased , To Over the course of its lifetime , the luminosity of the Pioneer ensure correct installation , experienced and qualified experts PDP - 5050H D / PDP - 4350H D / P DP - 5045 HD / PDP - 4345H D Plasma must install the unit , PIONEER will not be held responsible for Display System will diminish very slowly , such as with all accident or damage caused by the use of parts and accessories phosphor - based screens ( for example , a traditional tube - type manufactured by other companies , television ) , To enjoy beautiful and bright images on your Pioneer Plasma Display System for many years to come , please To avoid malfunction and overheating when installing , make carefully read and follow the usage guidelines below , sure that the vents on the main unit are not blocked , To ensure proper heat emission : Usage guidelines • Distance the unit slightly from other equipment , walls , etc , All phosphor - based screens ( including conventional tube4ype For the minimum space required around the unit , see pages televisions ) can be affected by displaying static images for a 15 to 16 , prolonged period , Plasma Display Systems are no exception to • Do not fit the unit inside narrow spaces where ventilation is this rule , After - image and permanent effects on the screen can poor , be avoided by taking some basic precautions , By following the • Do not cover with a cloth , etc , recommendations listed below , you can ensure longer and satisfactory results from your plasma : • Clean the vents on the sides and rear of the unit to remove • Whenever possible , avoid frequently displaying the same dust build - up by using a vacuum cleaner set to its lowest image or virtually still moving pictures ( e , g , closed - captioned suction setting , images or video game images which have static portions ) , • Do not place the product on a carpet or blanket , • Avoid viewing the On Screen Display for extended periods , • Do not leave the product tilted over except the case of vertical from a DVD player , VCR , and all other components , installation of the Media Receiver , • Do not leave the same picture freeze - framed or paused • Do not reverse the product , continuously over a long period of time , when using the still Using the unit without proper ventilation may cause the picture mode from a TV , VCR , DVD player or any other internal temperature to rise , and could result in possible component , malfunction , When the surrounding or internal temperature exceeds a certain degree , the display will automatically power • Images which have both very bright areas and very dark off in order to cool the internal electronics and prevent a areas side by side should not be displayed for a prolonged hazardous occurrence , period of time , Malfunction can be caused by many factors : inappropriate • When playing a game , the " GAME " mode setting within " AV installation site , improper assembly / installation / mounting , Selection " is strongly recommended , However , please limit its improper operation of or modifications made to this product , use to less than 2 hours at a time , However , PIONEER cannot be held responsible for accidents or • After playing a game , or displaying a PC image or any still malfunction caused by the above , image , it is best to view a normal moving picture in the " WIDE " or " FULL " screen setting for over 3 times longer than r _ NOTE the previous stilYmoving image , Typical effects and characteristics of a phosphor - based matrix • After using the Plasma Display System , always switch the display such as permanent residual images upon the display to " STANDBY " mode , phosphors of the panel and the existence of a minute number of inactive light cells in the screen are not covered by local warranties , Erl
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Important User Guidance Information , _ CAUTION m Panel sticking and after - image lag • Displaying tile same images such as still images for a long t _ time may cause after - image lagging , This may occur in the following two cases , 1 . After - image lagging due to remaining electric load When image patterns with very high peak lumblance are displayed more than 1 minute , after - image lagging may occur due to the remaining electric load , The after - images remaining on the screen will disappear when moving images are displayed , The time for the after - images to disappear depends on the luminance of the still images and the time they had been displayed , 2 . After - image ( lag image ) due to burning Avoid displaying tile same image on tile Plasma Display continuously over a long period of time , If the same image is displayed continuously for several hours , or for shorter periods of time over several ( Jays , a permanent after - image may remain on the screen due to burning of the fluorescent materials , Such images may become less noticeable if moving images are later displayed , but they will not disappear completely , • The Energy save function can be set to help prevent damage from screen burning ( see page 43 ) , About operations through i . LINK , PIONEER shall not always assure normal video / audio recording or playback when a D - VHS is operated through i , LINK , , _ CAUTION DO NOT PLACE THIS PRODUCT ON AN UNSTABLE CART , STAND , TRIPOD , BRACKET , OR TABLE , THE PRODUCT MAY FALL , CAUSING SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURYAND SERIOUS DAMAGE TO THE PRODUC ] ] USE ONLY WITH A CART , STAND , TRIPOD , BRACKET , OR TABLE RECOMMENDED BYTHE MANUFACTURER , OR SOLD WITH THE PRODUC1 ] FOLLOW THE MANUFACTURE'S INSTRUCTIONS WHEN INSTALLING THE PRODUCT AND USE MOUNTING ACCESSORIES RECOMMENDED BYTHE MANUFACTURER , A PRODUCT AND CART COMBINATION SHOULD BE MOVED WITH THE CARE , QUICK STOPS , EXCESSIVE FORCE , AND UNEVEN SURFACES MAY CAUSE THE PRODUCT AND CART COMBINATION TO OVERTURN , ER
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IJ Safety Precautions / i Electricity is used to perform many useful functions , but it can 13 , The plasma Display used in this product is made of glass , also cause personal injudes and property damage if improperly Therefore , it can break when the product is dropped or handled , This product has been engineered and manufactured applied with impact , Be careful not to be injured by broken with the highest priority on safety , However , improper use can glass pieces in case the plasma Display breaks , result in electric shock and / or fire , In order to prevent potential 14 , Overloading - - Do not overload AC outlets or extension danger , please observe the following instructions when install - cords , Overloading can cause fire or electric shock , ing , operating and cleaning the product , To ensure your safety 15 , Entering of objects and liquids - - Never insert an object into and prolong the service life of your product , please read the the product through vents or openings , High voltage flows following precautions carefully before using the product , in the product , and inserting an object can cause electric 1 , Read instructions - - All operating instructions must be read shock and / or short internal parts , For the same reason , do and understood before the product is operated , not spill water or liquid on the product , 2 , Keep this manual in a safe place - - These safety and 16 , Servicing - - Do not attempt to service the product yourself , operating instructions must be kept in a safe place for Removing covers can expose you to high voltage and other future reference , dangerous conditions , Request a qualified service person to 3 , Observe warnings - - All warnings on the product and in the perform servicing , instructions must be observed closely , 17 , Repair - - If any of the following conditions occurs , unplug 4 , Follow instructions - - All operating instructions must be the power cord from the AC outlet , and request a qualified followed , service person to perform repairs , 5 , Cleaning - - Unplug the power cord from the AC outlet before a , When the power cord or plug is damaged , cleaning the product , Use a damp cloth to clean the b , When a liquid was spilled on the product or when product , Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners , objects have fallen into the product , 6 , Attachments - - Do not use attachments not recommended c , When the product has been exposed to rain or water , by the manufacturer , Use of inadequate attachments can d , When the product does not operate properly as de - result in accidents , scribed in the operating instructions , 7 , Water and moisture - - Do not use the product near water , Do not touch the controls other than those described in such as bathtub , washbasin , kitchen sink and laundrytub , the operating instructions , Improper adjustment of swimming pool and in a wet basement , controls not described in the instructions can cause 8 , Stand - - Do not place the product on an unstable cart , damage , which often requires extensive adjustment work stand , tripod or table , Placing the product on an unstable by a qualified technician , base can cause the product to fall , resulting in serious e , When the product has been dropped or damaged , personal injuries as well as damage to the product , Use f , When the product displays an abnormal condition , Any only a cart , stand , tripod , bracket or table recommended by noticeable abnormality in the product indicates that the the manufacturer or sold with the product , When mounting product needs servicing , the product on a wall , be sure to follow the manufacturer's 18 , Replacement parts - - In case the product needs replace - instructions , Use only the mounting hardware ment parts , make sure that the service person uses recommended by the manufacturer , replacement parts specified by the manufacturer , or those 9 , When relocating the product placed on a cart , it must be with the same characteristics and performance as the moved with utmost care , Sudden stops , excessive force and original parts , Use of unauthorized parts can result in fire , uneven floor surface can cause the product to fall from the electric shock and / or other dangen cart , 19 , Safety checks - - Upon completion of service or repair work , request the service technician to perform safety checks to ensure that the product is in proper operating condition , 20 , Wall or ceiling mounting - - When mounting the product on a wall or ceiling , be sure to install the product according to the method recommended by the manufacturer , 21 , Heat sources - - Keep the product away from heat sources such as radiators , heaters , stoves and other heat - generat - ing products ( including amplifiers ) , 10 , Ventilation - - The vents and other openings in the cabinet 22 , Unplug the power cord from the AC outlet before installing are designed for ventilation , Do not cover or block these the speakers , vents and openings since insufficient ventilation can cause overheating and / or shorten the life of the product , Do not 23 , Never expose the screen of the Plasma Display to a strong place the product on a bed , sofa , rug or other similar impact , for example , by hitting it , The screen may be surface , since they can block ventilation openings , This broken , resulting in fire or personal injury , product is not designed for built - in installation ; do not place 24 , Do not expose the Plasma Display to direct sunlight for a the product in an enclosed place such as a bookcase or long period of time , The optical characteristics of the front rack , unless proper ventilation is provided or the protection panel changes , resulting in discoloration or manufacturer's instructions are followed , warp , 11 , Power source - - This product must operate on a power 25 , The Plasma Display weighs about 32,8 kg ( 72,3 Ibs , ) for the source specified on the specification label , If you are not PDP - 505PU , about 38 kg ( 83,8 Ibs , ) for the PDP - 504PU , sure of the type of power supply used in your home , consult about 26,8 kg ( 59,1 Ibs , ) for the PDP - 435PU and about 30,5 your dealer or local power company , kg ( 67,3 Ibs , ) for the PDP - 434PU , Because it has small 12 , Power cord protection - - The power cords must be routed depth and is unstable , unpack , carry , and install the properly to prevent people from stepping on them or objects product with one more person at least and use the handles , from resting on them , Check the cords at the plugs and product , ER
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Safety Precautions } Installation Precautions Observethe following precautions when installing with any items such as tile optional stand , m When using the optional stand , brackets , or equivalent items • Ask your dealer to perform tile installation , t _ • Be sure to use the supplied bolts , • For details , see the instruction manual that comes with the optional stand ( or equivalent items ) , When using other items • Consult your dealer , • The following six mounting holes can be used for the installation : Rear view Side view Mounting surface Mounting Plasma bracket ( or Display equivalent item : i Mounting hole - Mounting hole Median line M8 screw 12 to 18 mm ( 0,5 to 0,7 inches ) I Median line Illustration shows PDP - 5045HD / 4345HD , , _ k CAUTION • Be sure to use four or more mounting holes symmetrical to the vertical and horizontal median lines , • Use M8 screws , which go 12to 18 mm ( 0,5 to 0,7 inches ) in depth from the mounting surface of the Plasma Display , See the side view above , • Be careful not to block the ventilation opening at the rear of the Plasma Display , • Be sure to install the Plasma Display on a flat surface because it contains glass , • The screw holes other than the above are to be used only for the specified products , Never use them for mounting non - specified products , • Do not mount or remove the Plasma Display to or from the stand , with speakers attached , _ ' _ NOTE • It is strongly recommended to use the optional PIONEER mounting products , • PIONEER shall not be liable for any personal injury or product damage that results from the use of mounting items other than the optional PIONEER products , Sn
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" Operational Precautions j , Condensation _ CAUTION • Condensation may take place on the surface or inside of tile PIONEER bears no responsibility for any damages arising from product when the product is rapidly moved from a cold place incorrect use of the product by you or other people , to a warm place or just after a heater is switched on in winter malfunctions when in use , other product related problems , and morning , for example , When condensation takes place , do use of the product except in cases where the company must be not switch on the product and wait until condensation liable , disappears , Using the product with condensation may result in malfunction , Plasma Display protection function When still images ( such as photos and computer images ) stay Cleaning the screen on the screen for an extended period of time , the screen will be • When cleaning the screen of this product , gently wipe it with slightly dimmed , This is because the protection function of the a soft dry cloth ; the supplied cleaning cloth or other similar Plasma Display automatically adjusts the brightness to protect cloths ( e , g , , cotton and flannel ) , If you use a hard cloth or rub the screen when detecting still images ; so this does not the screen hard , the surface of the screen will be scratched , designate malfunction , The screen is dimmed when a still image is detected for about three minutes , • If you clean the surface of the screen with a wet cloth , water droplets on the surface may enter into the product , resulting in malfunction , Infrared rays The Plasma Display releases infrared rays because of its characteristics , Depending on how the Plasma Display is in Cleaning the cabinet use , the remote controls of nearby equipment may be adversely • When cleaning the cabinet of this product , gently wipe it with affected or wireless headphones using infrared rays are a soft dry cloth ; the supplied cleaning cloth or other similar interfered by noise , If this is the case , place that equipment at a cloths ( e , g , , cotton and flannel ) , If you use a hard cloth or rub location where its remote control sensor is not affected , the cabinet hard , the surface of the cabinet will be scratched , • The cabinet of this product is mostly composed of plastic , Do Radio interference not use chemicals such as benzine or thinner to clean the While this product meets tile required specifications , it emits a cabinet , Using these chemicals may result in quality small amount of noise , If you place such equipment as an AM deterioration or coating removal , radio , personal computer , and VCR close to this product , that equipment may be interfered , If this happens , place that • Do not expose the product to volatile gas or fluid such as equipment far enough from this product , pesticide , Do not make the product contact with rubber or vinyl products for a long period of time , The effect of plasticizer in the plastic may result in quality deterioration or Fan motor noise coating removal , When ambient temperature of tile Media Receiver becomes • If you clean the surface of the cabinet with a wet cloth , water high , the rotation speed of the cooling fan motor increases , This may make you feel that the fan motor is noisy at such an droplets on the surface may enter into the product , resulting occasion , in malfunction , The fan motor keeps running until the power cord of the Media Receiver is removed from a wall outlet , Handles at the rear of the Plasma Display • Do not remove the handles from the rear of tile Plasma Do not attach such items as labels and tape to the Display , product . • When moving the Plasma Display , ask another person for • This may result in the discoloration or scratch of the cabinet , help and use the handles attached to the rear of the Plasma Display , Do not move the Plasma Display by holding only a When not using the product for a long period of time single handle , Use the handles as shown , • If you do not use the product for a long period of time , tile • Do not use the handles to hang the product when installing functions of the product may be adversely affected , Switch on or carrying the product , for example , Do not use the handles and run the product occasionally , for the purpose of preventing the product from tilting over ,
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Supplied Accessories } Plasma Display r Power cord ( 2 m / 6,6 feet ) Cleaning cloth Speed clampx 3 Speaker cushion x 3 Bead band x 3 Warranty card ( For PDP - 5045HD / 4345HD only ) ( Use when installing the optional speakers at the bottom of the Plasma Display , ) Media Receiver Power cord ( 2 m / 6,6 feet ) Remote control unit System cable ( 3 m / 9,8 feet ) Screw x 4 AA size batteryx 2 Stand ( for stand ) ( Alkaline battery ) VCR controller Screw hole cap x 4 Operating Instructions Instruction guide ( 1,8 m / 5,9 feet ) J NOTE • Always use the power cord supplied with the Plasma Display and the one supplied with the Media Receiver for each t'espective unit . Sn
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rPart Names I , / ) Plasma Display Illustrations show PDP - 5045HD / 4345HD , Front view ( right view ) 1 POWER button 2 STANDBY indicator 3 POWER ON indicator 4 Remote control sensor 5 STANDBY / ON button 6 INPUT button 7 VOLUME + / - buttons 8 CHANNEL + / - buttons Rear view : ; 10 SYSTEM CABLE terminal ( WHITE ) 11 SPEAKER ( right / left ) terminals _ 12 AC INLETterminal 14 The terminals have faced downward , Media Receiver Front view 1 POWER button 2 POWER ON indicator 3 STANDBY indicator 4 RECTIMER indicator 5 DATAACOUISITION indicator 6 INPUT 4 terminals ! ( COMPONENT VIDEO : Y , CB / PB , CR / PR ) 7 INPUT4terminal ( S - VIDEO ) 8 INPUT 4 terminal ( VIDEO ) 9 INPUT4terminals ( AUDIO ) 10 PC INPUTterminal ( AUDIO ) 11 PC INPUTterminal ( ANALOG RGB ) IL Ill En
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Part Names _ : , Rear view m € , Q 1 CONTROL IN terminal 14 RS - 232C terminal ( used for factory setup ) 2 CONTROL OUT terminal 15 ANTENNA B OUT terminal 3 VCR CONTROL terminal 16 INPUT 2 terminal ( S - VIDEO ) 4 ANTENNA B IN terminal 17 MONITOR OUT terminal ( S - VIDEO ) 5 ANTENNA / CABLEA IN terminal 18 MONITOR OUT terminal ( VIDEO ) 6 INPUT2 terminal ( VIDEO ) 19 MONITOR OUT terminals ( AUDIO ) 7 INPUT2 terminals ( AUDIO ) 20 INPUT 1 terminal ( VIDEO ) 8 i . LINK terminals 21 INPUT 1 terminal ( S - VIDEO ) 9 Cable CARD slot 22 INPUT 3 terminals ( AUDIO ) 23 INPUT 3 terminals 10 INPUT 1 terminals ( AUDIO ) ( COMPONENT VIDEO : Y , CB / PB , CR / PR ) 11 DIGITAL OUTterminal ( OPTICAL ) 24 HDMI terminals ( INPUT1 / INPUT3 ) 12 INPUT1 terminals ( COMPONENT VIDEO : Y , CB / PB , CR / PR ) 25 SYSTEM CABLE terminal ( WHITE ) 13 AC IN terminal 26 SYSTEM CABLE terminal ( BLACK ) E _ q
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/ Part Names I , / I 6 CH + / - : Selects the channel . Remote control unit 7 RETURN : Returns to the previous menu Mode switch ( with screen . [ , , 3 I _ 1 " TV " selected ) 8 ÷ / ÷ / ÷ / - I , : Selects a desired item on the menu screen . 9 DTV INFO : Shows more information on DTV _ I _ £ > SA ; _ T . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . programs . G - , 10 SPLIT : Switches the screen mode among 2 - screen , picture - in - picture , and single - screen . I I m 11 FREEZE : Freezes a frame from a moving image . Press again to cancel the function . @ @ 12 SWAP : Switches between the two screens @ @ @ @ when in the 2 - screen or picture - in - picture mode . 13 SHIFT : Moves the location of the small screen when in the picture - in - picture mode . 14 - . ' . 6 . ' - : Whenpressed , all buttons on the remote control unit will light . The lighting will turn off if no operations are performed within about 5 seconds . This button is used for performing operations in dark places . 15 ANT : Selects the antenna ( A , B ) . See pages 21 and 22 for details . 16 MTS : Selects the MTS / SAR 17 0 - 9 : Selects the channel . 18 CH ENTER : Executes a channel number . 19 VOL + / - : Sets the volume . 20 _ MUTING : Mutes the sound . 21 HOME MENU : Displays the menu screen . ki . . . . . . . . . . . _ ii 22 ENTER : Executes a command . HHHHHHH _ 23 FAVORITE CH ( A , B , C , D ) : Selects any of the four preset channels . See P # oneer H page 37 for details to set the FAVORITE CH . H ( PLASMA DISPLAY ) While watching , you can toggle the set chan - nels by pressing A , B , C and D . 24 SCREEN SIZE : Selects the screen size . With the mode switch set to TV 25 DISPLAY : Displays the channel information . 1 TV _ : Turns on the power to the Plasma 26 AV SELECTION : Selects audio and video Display or places it into standby mode . settings . ( AV mode : STANDARD , DYNAMIC , 2 Transmission confirmation LED MOVIE , GAME , USER . PC mode : STANDARD , USER . ) 3 INPUT : Selects an input source of the Plasma 27 SLEEP : Sets the sleep timer . Display . ( INPUT 1 , INPUT 2 , INPUT 3 , INPUT 4 , PC , i . LINK ) NOTE 4 , ( dot ) : Enters a dot . • When using the remote control unit , point it at the Plasma Display . 5 CH RETURN : Returns to the previous chan - • See pages 62 to 68 fo _ " operating buttons not listed on this page , nel . L En
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Preparation Using the optional PIONEER stand Installing the Plasma Display For details on installation , refer to the instruction manual supplied with the stand , m _ CAUTION ii , t _ • This product may be used only with model PDK - TS04 stand , Use with other stands may result in instability causing possible injury , Over 50 cm ( 19 _ / _ inches ) Using the optional PIONEER speakers For details on installation , refer to the instruction manual supplied with the speaken Over10 _ CAUTION cm ( 315 / 16 inches ) Operating Environment Operating environment temperature and humidity : + 0 ° C to + 40 ° C ( + 32 ° F to + 104 ° F ) 1 less than 85 % RH ( cooling vents not blocked ) Avoid installing at the following locations : • Under direct exposure to sunlight • Under strong arlificial light • In high humidity • Poorly ventilated Illustration shows PDP - 5045HD / 4345HD , Locating • Avoid direct sunlight , Maintain adequate ventilation , • The length of the system cable used to connect the Plasma Display and the Media Receiver is about 3 m ( 9 , Sleet ) , • Because the Plasma Display is heavy , be sure to have someone help you when moving it , _ lL CAUTION • If you place anything on the top of the Media Receiver it will not receive enough ventilation and will not operate properly , NOTE • Allow enough space around the upper and back parts when installing to ensure ventilation around the backside , En
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, , Preparation j _ Installing the Media Receiver vertically Installing the Media Receiver You carl use tile supplied stand to install the Media Receiver vertically , Plasma Display 1 . Insert the stand into the side of the Media Media Receiver Receiver . ' i ( vertical installation ) / / ' i2222 : : : : : : : : £ 222 _ ( horizontal installation ) ' , ' \ Right side J 0 System cable ( approx , 3 m / 9,8 feet ) _ k CAUTION • Do not place a VCR or any other device on the top of the Media Receiver . • When installing , allow enough space on the sides and above the Media Receiver . • Do not block the side cooling vents or the rear ventila - Secure the stand with the supplied screws . tion fan opening of the Media Receiver . Screws Over 5 cm ( 2 inches ) N Over 5 cm Over 5 cm ( 2 inches ) ( 2 inches ) Over 10 cm ( 3 lS / 16inches ) Over 10 cm ( 3 lS / 16inches ) Over 5 cm ( 2inches ) I I . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . / < N I - I Over 5 cm Over 5 cm ( 2 inches ) ( 2 inches ) L I [ , 1 Erl
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Preparation } 3 . Remove the shock absorbing pads . I " 11 Shock absorbing pad t _ Keep the shock absorbing pads and screws , They are required when you place the Media Receiver in the horizontal position , 4 . Plug the screw holes using the supplied caps . Remove the separation shee { ' _ Align with the hole and attach , Screw bob cap , _ CAUTION • When you have installed the Media Receiver vertically , be sure to use the supplied stand , If you place the unit directly on the floor , the cooling vents will be blocked , resulting in mechanical failure , ER
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, , Preparation , _ Connecting the system cable Connecting the system cable to the Plasma Display Plasma Display ( rear view ) ! ! For details on optional PIONEER speaker ( WHITE / ( BLACK ) installation , refer to the instruction manual that came with the speaker , System cable Connecting the system cable to the Media Receiver Media Receiver ( rear view ) < BLACK ) ( WHITE ) _ k CAUTION • THESE SPEAKER TERMINALS CAN BE APPLIED WITH HAZARDOUS VOLTAGE WHEN YOU CONNECT OR DIS - CONNECT THE SPEAKER CABLES . TO PREVENT THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK , DO NOT TOUCH UNINSULATED PARTS BEFORE DISCONNECTING THE POWER CORD . L i t : ] En
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Preparation Routing cables Speed clamps and bead bands are supplied for bunching cables , Once properly bunched , follow the steps below to route the m cables , ( rear view ) When the speakers are installed on the sides 0 _ / i / i / ii / Speaker cable Cable binders ( supplied Speed clamps Speaker cable with the stand ) * Attaching and removing speed clamps Attaching speed clamps to the main unit Inset1 [ 1 ] into an appropriate bole on tile rear of the Plasrna Attach the speed clamps using tile 4 holes marked with l Display and snap [ 2 ] into the back of [ 1 ] to lock the clamp , below , depending on your routing system , Speed clamps are designed to be difficult to undo once in place , Please attach them carefully , Use pliers to twist the clamp 90 ° , pulling outward , The clamp may deteriorate over time and become damaged if removed , When the speakers are installed at the bottom ( For PDPS045HD / 4345HD only ) I Speaker cable Speaker cable Cable binders ( supplied with the stand ) * * Cable binder Using the cable binders supplied with the stand , put the speaker and system cables together so that the cables are invisible from the front , At that time be careful not to apply any force to the connection sections of the cables , ER
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, , Preparation D f . _ \ Allowed operation range of the remote control Preparing the remote control unit unit Operate the remote control unit while pointing it toward tile Inserting batteries remote control sensor ( _ 1 ) located at the bottom right of the 1 Open the battery cover . front panel of the Plasma Display , The distance from the remote control sensor must be within 7 m ( 23 feet ) and the angle relative to the sensor must be within 30 degrees in the right or left direction , 2 Insert the supplied two AA size batteries . • The battery polarities must correspond with the ( + ) and Remote control ( - ) indicators in the battery compartment , 30 ° sensor 3 Close the battery cover . Cautions regarding the remote control unit • Do not expose the remote control unit to shock , liquid , or high humidity , Cautions regarding batteries • Do not place the remote control unit under direct sunlight ; • Tile remote control unit cannot operate the system if tile the unit may deform , batteries in the unit are empty , When this happens , replace the batteries with new ones , • The remote control unit may not work properly if the remote sensor window of the Plasma Display is under direct sunlight • Do not use manganese batteries , When you replace the or strong lighting , In such case , change the angle of the batteries , use alkaline ones , lighting or Plasma Display , or operate the remote control unit • Do not mix batteries of different types , Different types of closer to the remote sensor window , batteries have different characteristics , • When any obstacle exists between the remote control unit • Do not mix old and new batteries , Mixing old and new and the remote control sensor , the remote control unit may batteries can shorlen the life of new batteries or cause not function , chemical leakage in old batteries , • As the batteries become empty , the remote control unit can • Do not leave dead batteries in the remote control unit ; function within a shorler distance from the remote control chemical leakage will occur , If you find any chemical leakage , sensor , Replace the batteries with new ones if necessary , wipe thoroughly with a cloth , • The Plasma Display emits very weak infrared rays from its • The batteries supplied with this product may have a shorler screen , If you place such equipment operated through life expectancy due to storage conditions , infrared remote control as a VCR nearby , that equipment may • If you will not use the remote control unit for an extended not receive commands from its remote control unit properly period of time , remove the batteries from it , or entirely , If this is the case , place that equipment at a location far enough from the Plasma Display , _ k CAUTION • Depending on the installation environment , infrared rays from the Plasma Display may not allow this system to • WHEN DISPOSING OF USED BATTERIES , BE SURE TO COMPLY WITH GOVERNMENT REGULATIONS properly receive commands from the remote control unit or AND ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION GUIDELINES may shorten allowable distances between the remote control THAT APPLY IN YOUR COUNTRY OR AREA , unit and the remote control sensor , The strength of infrared rays emitted from the screen differs , depending on images displayed on the screen , IL pZl ] ER
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Preparation } Cable connections for watching digital Cable connections for watching digital and / or conventional TV channels m TV channels over air ( VHF / UHF ) This system is equipped with two terminals for inputting TV If using VHF and UHF antennas to , watch digital TV channels , connect the coaxial cables as shown , broadcasting signals : ANTENNA / CABLE A IN and ANTENNA B , t _ The ANTENNA / CABLE A IN terminal accepts both digital and conventional TV broadcasting signals while the ANTENNA B terminal accepts only conventional TV broadcasting signals , Connecting VHF / UHF antennas When using a cable TV to watch digital and / or conventional TV channels , connect to the ANTENNA / CABLE A IN terminal as VHF antenna UHF antenna shown , In addition , you may connect an antenna to the ANTENNA B terminal as shown ; use an outdoor antenna to enjoy clearer pictures , If your outdoor uses a 75 - ohm coaxial cable with an F - type connector , plug it into the antenna terminal at the rear of the Media Receiven T . { _ _ ' / v mixer _ 4 } _ Connecting VHF / UHF antennas and a Cable Converter Media Receiver ( rear ) 1 Cable TV H Splitter ! I Cable Converter ! Media Receiver ( rear ) OUT I ( ( o ) ) 1 Media Receiver ( rear ) r _ J NOTE • Be sure to connect coaxial cables as shown above , Signal reception may fail if not properly connected , OUT r _ NOTE • Be sure to connect coaxial cables as shown above . Signal reception may fail if not properly connected , En
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, , Preparation D ' x _ _ \ 3 Insert the specified cable card into the Cable CARD slot Switching between antenna A and B as far as it goes . To watch broadcasts via the two antennas , you carl select it by pressing ANT on the remote control unit . • While watching a broadcast , press ANT to view the image received from the other antenna . • Pressing ANT while watching in the 2 - screen mode ( rv image and video image ) with TV selected will display the TV image of the other antenna . • Pressing ANT while watching in the 2 - screen mode with two TV images displayed will not have any effect . • Pressing ANT while watching in the 2 - screen mode with two video images displayed will switch the selected screen to a TV image . Inserting the cable card Tile Media Receiver is equipped with a slot for inserting a cable card . When you are watching digital and / or High Definition TV NOTE channels over cable , the card allows you to use the POD service provided by the cable TV company ; the POD stands for • Be sure to insert only the specified cable card , Point of Deployment . This service presents various types of • Do not insert a PCMCIA card , useful information , using HTML text . 1 Confirm that the ANTENNA / CABLEA IN terminal has been connected with the coaxial cable from the Cable Converter . See page 21 . 2 Hold the tab of the slot cover on the rear of the Media Receiver , and remove the cover while releasing the tab's latch . Tab IL ER
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Preparation Connecting the power cord Connect the power cord after all component connections have been completed , m Plasma Display ( rear view ) L I : a i _ , i ii . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14i i ii ; i l / Noise filter Partially eliminates noise caused by the power source , Media Receiver ( rear view ) Power cord / Noise filter Partially eliminates noise caused by the power source , NOTE _ CAUTION • Always turn off the power of the Plasma Display and Media Receiver • Use only the supplied power cord . when connecting the power cords . • Be sure to use the specified power supply voltage ; • Disconnect the power cord from the power outlet when the Plasma neglecting this can result in fire or electric shock . Display System is not going to be used for a long period of time , • For the Plasma Display System , a three - core power cord with a ground terminal is used for efficiency protection . Always connect the power cord to a three - pronged outlet and make sure that the cord is properly grounded . En
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I / Basic Operations / i Plasma Display Turning on the power ( Standby ) LL 1 Press POWER on tile Plasma Display if tile STANDBY indicator is off . • The STANDBY indicator on the Plasma Display lights , . , , , up red . 2 Confirm that the STANDBY indicators light up red , and then press TVdDon the remote control unit or - ' STANDBY indicator STANDBY / ON on the Plasma Display or POWER on the Media Receiver to turn the system on . POWER ON indicator • The POWER ON indicators on the Plasma Display and POWER button Media Receiver light up green . H ] ustrationshows PDP - 5045HD / 4345HD , [ ] NOTE • In this manual , " system " means the Plasma Display Panel and Media ( right view ) Receiver , STAN DBY / Turning off the power ( Standby ) ON button 1 Press TV _ on the remote control unit or STANDBY / ON on the Plasma Display or POWER on the Media Receiver . • The system enters the standby mode and the image on the screen disappears . • Both STANDBY indicators light up red . • It is recommended to place the system into the standby / mode by pressing TV dOon the remote control unit . This allows the system to automatically receive digital TV program information in the standby mode . Media Receiver NOTE • If you are not going to usethis system for a long period of time , press POWER on the Plasma Display and remove the power cord from the power outlet . _ I = ) : _ ER _ i | : _ : NDSY i ndicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _ POWER button Plasma Display / Media Receiver status indicators Plasma Display Media Receiver POWER ON STANDBY POWER ON STANDBY Powerto the PlasmaDisplay and Media Receiveris off . Or the power cords havebeen disconnected . _ * _ _ 0 _ _ Powerto the system is on . _ O _ The system is in the standby mode . _ , [ - The power cord hasbeen disconnected from the Media Receiver . Flashing . _ , 0 _ [ Powerto the PlasmaDisplay is off . Or the power cord has been disconnected Flashing from the PlasmaDisplay . For other than the above , see " Troubleshooting " on page 69 . L ER
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Basic Operations Plasma Display Watching TV channels ( right view ) Unless you set up TV channels that you carl watch under the m current conditions , you cannot tune in those channels , Forthe € . Q procedure , see " Setting up TV channels " on page 31 , _ ' _ NOTE • When watching a digital TV program , you may see emergency alert messages scrolling at the top of the screen . Those messages are broadcasted by TV stations as necessary when in emergency situations , Selecting the antenna After confirming that the Mode switch on tile remote control unit has been set to " TV " , press ANT on the remote control unit to select antenna A or B , i i ' i _ i ? : : : ! ! i _ , / • Make this selection depending on the connections to the iiiiiiil ] iiil ] , ! ' , _ TTil ] iiiiil ] ] ] ] _ ii ! ] iiiiil ] ] i _ antenna input terminals on the Media Receiver ( page 21 ) , / Changing channels To increase the channel number , press CH + on the remote control unit , To decrease the channel number , press CH - , • CHANNEL + / - on the Plasma Display operates the same as CH + / - on the remote control unit , • Press CH RETURN to switch the currently tuned channel to the previously tuned channel , m i'iii Press CH RETURN again to restore the currently tuned I CH RETURN channel , Using 0 - 9 and • ( dot ) on the remote control unit Select channels directly by pressing buttons 0 to 9 , To select subchannels , also use the • ( dot ) button , EXAMPLE • To select channel 5 ( 1 - digit channel ) , press 5 , • To select channel 25 ( 2 - digit channel ) , press 2 then 5 , • To select channel 125 ( 3 - digit channel ) , press 1 , 2 , then 5 , Channelbanner • To select subchannel 10,01 , press 1 , 0 , • ( dot ) , 0 , then 1 , • To select subchannel 10,001 ( for the cable TV ) , press 1 , 0 , • ( dot ) , 0 , 0 , then 1 , _ ' _ NOTE • After entering a channel or subchannel number , you may press CH FNTFR to tune in the channel more quickly . • Each time you change a channel , such a channel banner appears that shows information about the currently selected channel . To clear the channel banner , press DTV INFO For more information about the channel banner , see " Viewing a channel banner " on page 26 , En
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i , / Basic Operations / i Changing the volume and sound Viewing a channel banner To increase the volume , press VOL + on the remote control While watching a digital TV program , pressing DTV INFO unit , To decrease the volume , press VOL - , causes tile following banner to appear , Pressing DTV INFO again causes tile banner to disappean • VOLUME + / - on the Plasma Display operates the same as VOL + / - on the remote control unit , • To mute the sound output , press MUTING , " 1 _ - ( " appears on the screen , To quit muting , press MUTING again , Pressing VOL + also quits muting , Plasma Display ( right view ) III _ , I vo , uM + E / - - - [ E ; 1 Station name 2 Current time 3 Channel number 4 Input ( Ant , A or Ant , B ) 5 Program time schedule 6 Program title 7 TV rating and program description ( This may be unavailable for some programs , ) Volume adjustment NOTE • The above information is not displayed if not included in broadcast signals . • If " # " is shown at the bottom right of the channel banner containing program description , press , _ / ' _ IFto scroll the program description , Muting L I , z , l ER
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Basic Operations Using the POD service Setting MTS / SAP mode If you have watched digital and / or High Definition TV channels When watching conventional TV programs , you may enjoy m over cable , you can use the POD service ) rovided by the cable stereo sound and / or Secondary Audio Programs ( SAP ) , using TV company , This service presents various types of useful the Multi - channel Television Sound ( MTS ) function , € _ information , using HTML text , • Stereo broadcasts t _ You can enjoy , for example , sports , shows , and concerts in dynamic stereo sound , e • SAP broadcasts C : i . . . . . . . . . . . . MAIN sound : The normal program soundtrack ( either in mono or stereo ) , _ f _ i ii _ CIIIIIIIi _ ii SAP sound : Listen to second language , supplementary commentary and other information , ( SAP is mono sound , ) r _ NOTE • Conventional T ' ? channels in this manual designate TV channels that Press HOME MENU , 9 , 9 , then 9 to view the POD display , are received through the conventional VHE / UHF frequencies or conventional cable TV channels . • When stereo sound is difficult to hear , you may manually switch to r _ NOTE the MONO mode to obtain clearer sound . • If you have enabled data acquisition using the menu , POD • Once the MONO mode is selected , the Plasma Display System information is automatically acquired even wben the system is in the sound t'emains mono even if the system receives a stereo broadcast . standby mode , See page 32 . You must reselect the STEREO mode if you want to hear stereo sound again , • Selecting MTS while the input source is INPUT 1 to 4 or PC does not Changing the language change the type of sound . In this case , sound is determined by the If you have selected a digital TV program that provides multi - video source , language services , you can switch among the languages by pressing MTS on the remote control unit , i iil ] i ! li i : E : Each time you press MTS , MTS toggles as shown below , Each time you press MTS , the language switches , STEREO mode SAP mode MONO mode _ J NOTE • Switchable languagesdiffer depending on tbe current broadcast . • If tbe languageselected through language setting is available when the channel or program is changed , you will hear that language , NOTE • h ° _ each of the MTS / SAP modes selected using the MTS button , the display changes depending on broadcasting signals being received , En
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IJ Basic Operations j When receiving STEREO sound signals Using the multiscreen functions In STEREO mode Splitting the screen Use tile following procedure to select the 2 - screen or picture - in - picture mode , 2 - screen In SAP mode In MONO mode When receiving MAIN + SAP sound signals Picture - in - picture In STEREO mode In SAP mode In MONO mode When receiving STEREO + SAP sound signals In STEREO mode In SAP mode SPLIT SCREEN SWAP SHIFT In MONO mode I I : : : : : : : : : : : Z ¸ : ¸ : ; Press SPLIT to select the display mode . When receiving MONO sound signals • Each time you press SPLIT , the display mode is switched among 2 - screen , picture - in - picture , and In STEREO mode single - screen . In SAP mode In MONO mode L I , , _ : ] ER
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Basic Operations • In 2 - screen or picture - in - picture mode , press SWAP to Freezing images switch the position of the 2 screens shown . Use the followb _ g procedure to capture and freeze one frame Left screen is the active screen which will be indicated m from a moving image that you are watching . by " jb " . The user is allowed to operate picture and sound . t _ Normal image Still image : ? % 19 ¸ ¸ ¸ ¸ ¸ ¸ ¸ • In 2 - screen mode , press SCREEN SIZE to change the size of the left screen . • In picture - in - picture mode , press SHIFT to move the FREEZE position of the small screen in anti - clockwise . i ! ! iiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiliiiiiiiiiiiiiiii _ iiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiii _ ii _ 1 Press FREEZE . • Astill image appears on the right screen while a t moving image is shown on the left screen . 2 Press FREEZE again to cancel the function . NOTE • With the screen split , any image cannot be frozen . • When this function is not available , a warning message appears . To select the desired input source , press the appropriate input source button . • If watching TV programs , press CH + / - to change the channel . NOTE • The multiscreen function cannot display images from the same input source at the same time . If you make such an attempt , a warning message appears . • When you press HOME MENU or DlV INFO , the single - screen mode is restored and the cemesponding menu is displayed . • When the two screens show the same analog broadcasting coming through antenna A and B . the picture quality may differ between the two screens . En
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IJ , Menu Setup / I PC mode menus Menu configuration AV Selection 40 AV mode menus Contrast 41 Brightness 41 40 Red 41 Green 41 41 41 Blue 41 Reset 41 41 41 41 Treble 42 41 just Bass 42 Reset 41 Balance 42 Reset 42 FOCUS 43 Treble 42 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . F . . r . . o . . n . . t . . . S . . u . . r . . r . o . . u . . n . . d . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43 Bass 42 42 Balance Reset 42 iiii iii i iIEineir ySiiaiviieiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiIiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiii i iiii i ! ! ! i ! ! i ! i FOCUS 43 Power Management 44 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . F . . r . o . . n . . t . . . S . . . u . . r . r . o . . u . . n . . d . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43 li _ i I - 140 I 43 Energy Save 43 No Signal off 44 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . N . . o . . . . O . . . p . . e . . r . a . . t . i . o . . n . . . . . . o . . f . f . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Auto Setup 44t _ _ . 55 t Manual Setup I i I - [ 4o I Position 44 Menu operations Side Mask 47 The following describes the typical procedure for setting up the 51,52 HDMI Input menus . For the actual procedures , see the appropriate pages Monitor Out 52 , 53 that describe individual functions . 54 Digital Audio Out 47 Language 31,32 Channel Setup Parental Control 33 - 37 Favorites 37 37 - 39 Closed Captions 56 - 57 Recorder Setup 1 Press HOME MENU . Clock 39 2 Press _ / _ to select a menu item , and then press ENTER . [ ! i _ i _ ! _ i _ i _ ii _ ii _ - ii _ ii _ ii _ ii _ ii _ ii _ ii _ ii4 _ 8 , ii4 _ 9 ii _ ii _ ii _ ; 3ii _ Rieip _ eaiti _ stieip _ i2i _ unitiil _ yioiu _ iaic _ ceisis _ itih _ e idie _ siireid _ iis _ ubimi _ eniui _ iitie _ mi . i _ ii _ ii _ ii _ ii _ ii _ ii _ ii _ ii _ ii _ ii _ ii _ ii _ ii _ ii _ ii _ ii _ ii _ ii _ ii _ ii _ ii _ ii _ ii _ ii _ ii _ ii _ iiiii _ i ! _ i ! _ ! _ ! _ • The number of menu layers differs depending on menu items . • If you select " Tuner Setup " or " Timers " , a menu bar appears at the bottom of the screen . To select a submenu item on the bar , press ÷ / - _ instead of ÷ / _ 1 , . 4 Press ÷ / - b to select an option ( or parameter ) , and then press ENTER . • For some menu items , press _ / _ I , instead of 4 - / _ . 5 Press HOME MENU to exit the menu . NOTE • You can return to the upper menu levels by pressing RETURN . IL ER
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Tuner Setup Setting for skipping unwanted channels Setting up TV channels From among TV channels searched and set up using Auto This section describes how to search and set up TV channels m Channel Preset , you can select channels to be skipped when that you can watch under the current conditions . Unless you set CH + / - are operated . up TV channels using Auto Channel Preset , you may not be able to tune in those channels . 1 Press HOME MENU . t _ 2 Select " Tuner Setup " . ( + / _ 1 , then ENTER ) Using Auto Channel Preset 3 Select " Channel Setup " . ( ÷ / - b then ENTER ) Auto Channel Preset automatically searches and sets up TV 4 Select " Ant . A " or " Ant . B " . ( + / + then ENTER ) channels . 5 Select " Channel Keep / Skip " . ( 4 ' , / + then ENTER ) 1 Press HOME MENU . 6 Select a channel to be skipped . ( ÷ / _ F then ENTER ) 2 Select " Tuner Setup " . ( ÷ / + then ENTER ) 3 Select " Channel Setup " . ( + / - b then ENTER ) 4 Select " Ant . A " or " Ant . B " . ( 4 " / _ F then ENTER ) 5 Select " Auto Channel Preset " . ( 4 ' - / + then ENTER ) 6 Select " Air " or " Cable " . ( _ 1 " / _ 1t , hen ENTER ) • For the skipped channel , a check mark disappears . 7 Press HOME MENU to exit the menu . NOTE • To restore skipped channels , use the above procedure except that you select a skipped channel in step 6 . • Channel search automatically starts . • When using the Cable Converte _ i you may need to manually add Cable Converter output channels . Setting up TV channels manually This section describes how to manually set up TV channels that have not been set up byAuto Channel Preset . 1 Press HOME MENU . • To quit Auto Channel Preset halfway , press D . 2 Select " Tuner Setup " . ( ÷ / _ then ENTER ) 7 After Auto Channel Preset has been finished , press HOME MENU to exit the menu . 3 Select " Channel Setup " . ( + / - > then ENTER ) 4 Select " Ant . A " or " Ant . B " . ( + / + then ENTER ) NOTE 5 Select " Add Channel " . ( + / _ k then ENTER ) • When using the Cable Converter , you may need to manually add Cable Converter output channels . 6 Select a channel number to be added . ( ÷ / + then ENTER ) • You can also use buttons 0 - 9 to enter a channel number . • After ENTER has been pressed , a confirmation screen appears . 7 Press A to complete the setup processing . 8 Press HOME MENU to exit the menu . En
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Tuner Setup j Naming TV channels Checking the Cable Card ID The Media Receiver has a slot for a cable card that is used for You car ] name TV channels that you have set up for antenna B . This may help you easily identify the channels during selections . managing your information by the cable TV company . The following procedure allows you to check your Cable Card ID and 1 Press HOME MENU . the Host ID . 2 Select " Tuner Setup " . ( ÷ / 4 , then ENTER ) 1 Press HOME MENU . 3 Select " Channel Setup " . ( ÷ / - b then ENTER ) 2 Select " Tuner Setup " . ( ÷ / 4 , then ENTER ) 4 Select " Ant . B " . ( ÷ / 4 , then ENTER ) 3 Select " Channel Setup " . ( ÷ / - b then ENTER ) 5 Select " Name Channel " . ( , _ / , ! , then ENTER ) 4 Select " POD ID " . ( 41 " / 41 , ) 6 Select a channel . ( ÷ / _ 1 , then ENTER ) • The Host ID and Cable Card ID appear . • You can also use buttons 0 - 9to enter a channel 5 Press HOME MENU to exit the menu . number . Enabling data acquisition Use this function to enable the system to automatically acquire information about digital TV programs even when in the standby mode , 1 Press HOME MENU . 2 Select " Tuner Setup " . ( 4F / , I , then ENTER ) 7 Enter up to 7 alphanumeric characters using 41 " / _ , 4 - / - b , and ENTER . 3 Select " Channel Setup " . ( ÷ / - _ then ENTER ) • To clear the last character , press B . 4 Select " Data Acqu " . ( ÷ / _ 1 , then ENTER ) 5 Select " Enabled " . ( ÷ / , 1 , then ENTER ) 6 Press HOME MENU to exit the menu . r _ NOTE • The DATA ACQUISITION indicator on the front of the Media Receiver lights while data is being acquired , 8 Press A . 9 Press HOME MENU to exit the menu . Checking signal strength When you have selected antenna A , you carl check the current channel's signal strength . You may use this function when receiving a channel through a VHF / UHF antenna . 1 Press HOME MENU . 2 Select " Tuner Setup " . ( 4 _ / _ , 1 then ENTER ) 3 Select " Channel Setup " . ( ÷ / - b then ENTER ) 4 Select " Ant . A " . ( 4 , / 4r then ENTER ) 5 Select " Signal Strength " . ( ÷ / 4r then ENTER ) • Adjust the direction of the antenna so that the current signal strength reaches as close to the maximum signal strength as possible . Press HOME MENU to exit the menu . ic _ , " 1 _ ER
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Tuner Setup TV Parental Guidelines Parental Control With the Parental Control , parents can prevent their children from watching inappropriate TV programs , VCR or DVD contents , When an attempt is made to watch a program ( or content ) blocked by parents , the Plasma Display shows nothing but a message , The Parental Control functions for both TV - Y conventional and digital TV channels , ( Allchildren } In the U , S , three rating systems have been provided : the TV ratings , TV Parental Guidelines , and movie ratings , Movie TV - Y7 ratings are provided by the Motion Picture Association of ( Directetodoldecrhildren ) America ( MPAA ) and are used for original movies not edited for TV - G television , Age - Base ( Generaauldience ) For the rating system in Canada , see pages 36 and 37 , TV - PG X ( Parengtuaildanscue @ ested ) Voluntary movie rating system ( MPAA ) TV - ] 4 X ( Parensttsrongclyautioned ) G General audiences . All ages admitted , TV - MA PG Parental guidance suggested . Some material ( Maturaeudiencoenly } may not be suitable for children . X : Content rating can be set . PG - 13 Parents strongly cautioned . Some material may be inappropriate for children under lg , Age - Base R Restricted , Under 17 requires accompanying Changing the password parent or adult guardian ( age varies in some Using a password prevents other persons from changing jurisdictions ) . Parental Control settings , A default password ( 1234 ) has been set before shipment , Use the following procedure to change the NC - 17 No one 17 and under admitted . password , Adult A rating that has now been superseded by 1 Press HOME MENU . NC - 1Z 2 Select " Tuner Setup " . ( ÷ / @ then ENTER ) NR Not rated , 3 Select " Parental Control " . ( ÷ / @ then ENTER ) 4 Select " Password " . ( ÷ / @ then ENTER ) NOTE 5 Select " Change Password " . ( ÷ / @ then ENTER ) • The voluntary movie rating system only uses an age - based rating . TV ratings TV - Y All children TV - Y7 Children 7 and above 6 Enter the current 4 - digit password , using buttons 0 - 9 . TV - G General audiences Age - Base 7 Enter a 4 - digit password to be newly set , using buttons TV - PG Parental guidance suggested 0 - 9 . TV - 14 8 Enter the same password that you have entered in step 7 . Parents strongly cautioned • A confirmation screen appears . TV - MA Mature audiences only 9 Press A . 10 Press HOME MENU to exit the menu . r ' _ NOTE • Take a note of the newly set password and keep it handy . ER
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Tuner Setup j Clearing the password Setting the voluntary movie rating system Use the following procedure to clear the password . ( MPAA ) 1 Press HOME MENU . 1 Press HOME MENU . 2 Select " Tuner Setup " . ( 41 " / _ Fthen ENTER ) 2 Select " Tuner Setup " . ( ÷ / , I , then ENTER ) ; 3 Select " Parental Control " . ( 4 - / - i , then ENTER ) ; 3 Select " Parental Control " . ( 4 - / ' i ' then ENTER ) 4 Select " Password " . ( 41 " / 4 , then ENTER ) 4 Select " MPAA Ratings " . ( ÷ / , I , then ENTER ) 5 Select " Clear Password " . ( ÷ / _ 1 , then ENTER ) 5 Select the desired rating and change the setting . ( ÷ / _ 1 , then ENTER ) 6 Enter the current 4 - digit password , using buttons 0 - 9 . • The password entry screen appears . Enter your 4 - digit • A confirmation screen appears . password using buttons 0 - 9 . 7 Press A . • Each time you press ENTER , the setting is switched . 8 Press HOME MENU to exit the menu . • A lock icon appears beside the blocked rating . • All the ratinqs have been unblocked before shipment . NOTE 6 Press HOME MENU to exit the menu . The abovep { _ ocedurewill reset the passwordto the factory default _ ' _ NOTE • Blocking a rating causes more severe l'atings to be automatically blocked as well . Likewise , unblocking a rating causes less severe Activating the Parental Control ratings to be automatically unblocked . 1 Press HOME MENU . 2 Select " Tuner Setup " . ( + / _ then ENTER ) 3 Select " Parental Control " . ( ÷ / _ then ENTER ) 4 Select " Status " . ( _ / 4 , then ENTER ) 5 Select " On " . ( ÷ / 41 , then ENTER ) • The password entry screen appears . Enter your 4 - digit password using buttons 0 - 9 . 6 Press HOME MENU to exit the menu . _ ' _ NOTE • If you select " Off " in step 5 , then select ' Reset on Startup " or " Don't Reset " . With " Reset on Startup " selected , the Parental Control is autornatically activated when the power to the system is turned off and on . With " Don't Reset " selected , the Parental Control remains off when the power to the system is off and on . IL En
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Tuner Setup } Setting the TV ratings Blocking Not Rated TV programs _ > _ _ ' _ i _ ! , _ @ _ Use the following procedure to block TV programs whose rating 1 Press HOME MENU . information is unavailabb , m 2 Select " Tuner Setup " . ( _ / _ then ENTER ) 1 Press HOME MENU . i , 3 Select " Parental Control " . ( 4 - / ' I ' then ENTER ) 2 Select " Tuner Setup " . ( ÷ / _ then ENTER ) _ . - 4 Select " TV Ratings " . ( 4 = / _ kthen ENTER ) ; 3 Select " Parental Control " . ( ÷ / - _ then ENTER ) 5 Select the desired rating and change the setting . ( 4k / _ l , 4 Select " Unavailable Ratings " . ( 4 _ M , I then ENTER ) then ENTER ) 5 Select " Block " or " Don't Block " . ( ÷ MI , then ENTER ) • The password entry screen appears . Enter your 4 - digit password using buttons 0 - 9 . • The password entry screen appears . Enter your 4 - digit • Each time you press ENTER , the setting is switched . password using buttons 0 - 9 . • A lock icon appears beside the blocked rating . • The factory default is " Don't Block " . • All the ratinos have been unblocked before shipment . Press HOME MENU to exit the menu . 6 Press HOME MENU to exit the menu . r ' _ NOTE • Blocking a rating causes more severe ratings to be automatically blocked as well . Likewise , unblocking a rating causes less severe ratings to be automatically unblocked . Setting the TV Parental Guidelines ( TV Guidelines ) 1 Press HOME MENU . 2 Select " Tuner Setup " . ( ÷ / _ 1 , then ENTER ) 3 Select " Parental Control " . ( ÷ / - b then ENTER ) 4 Select " TV Parental Guidelines " . ( 41 " / _ then ENTER ) 5 Select the desired rating and change the setting . ( ÷ / _ 1 , then ENTER ) • The password entry screen appears . Enter your 4 - digit password using buttons 0 - 9 . • Each time you press ENTER , the setting is switched . • A lock icon appears beside the blocked rating . • All the ratinos have been unblocked before shipment . 6 Press HOME MENU to exit the menu . r _ NOTE • Blocking a rating causes more severe ratings to be automatically blocked as well . Likewise , unblocking a rating causes less severe ratings to be automatically unblocked . Sn
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Tuner Setup j Canadian French ratings Canadian rating systems In Canada you carl choose the Canadian English ratings or tile Exempt programming . Canadian French ratings . These ratings are based on the E Canadian Radio - Television and Telecommunications G General : All ages and children , contains Commission ( CRTC ) policy . minimal direct violence , but may be integrated into the plot in a humorous or unrealistic manner . Canadian English ratings 8ans + General but inadvisable for young children : May be viewed by a wide public audience , Exempt : Includes news , sports , documenta - but could contain scenes disturbing to ries and other information programming ; talk children under eight who cannot distinguish shows , music videos , and variety programming . Age - Base between imaginary and real situations . Recommended for viewing with parent . Children : Intended for younger children 13arts + Over 13 years : Could contain scenes of under the age of 8 years . Pays careful attention to themes that could threaten their frequent violent scenes and therefore recommended for viewing with parent . sense of security and well - being . C8 + 16arts + Over 16 years : Could contain frequent Children over 8 years old : Contains no violent scenes and intense violence . portrayal of violence as the preferred , acceptable , or only way to resolve conflict ; 18arts + Over 18 years : Only for adult viewing . Could nor encourage children to imitate dangerous contain frequent violent scenes and extreme acts which they may see on the screen . violence . G General : Considered acceptable for all age groups , Appropriate viewing for the entire family + contains very little violence , physical , verbal or emotional . Setting Canadian English ratings Age - Base PG Parental Guidance : Intended for a general 1 Press HOME MENU . audience , but may not be suitable for 2 Select " Tuner Setup " . ( ÷ / _ 1 , then ENTER ) younger children ( under the age of 8 ) because it could contain controversial 3 Select " Parental Control " . ( ÷ / - I _ then ENTER ) themes or issues . 4 Select " Canadian English Ratings " . ( ÷ / 4 , then ENTER ) 14 + Over 14 Years : Could contain themes where 5 Select the desired rating and change the setting . ( @ / ÷ violence is one of the dominant elements of then ENTER ) the storyline , but it must be integral to the development of plot or character . Language usage could be profane and nudity present within the context of the theme . 18 + Adults : Intended for viewers 18 years and older and might contain depictions of violence , which while related to the develop - ment of plot , character or themes , are • The password entry screen appears . Enter your 4 - digit intended for adult viewing . Could contain password using buttons 0 - 9 . graphic language and portrayals of sex and • Each time you press ENTER , the setting is switched . nudity . • A lock icon appears beside the blocked rating . • All the ratinqs have been unblocked before shipment . Press HOME MENU to exit the menu . L ER
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Tuner Setup } Setting Canadian French ratings Setting your favorite channels 1 Press HOME MENU . Set up to 10 TV channeb to each of tile four color buttons on m the remote control unit ( 40 channels in total ) . You can then , m 2 Select " Tuner Setup " . ( _ / _ then ENTER ) quickly select from only your favorite channels . 3 Select " Parental Control " . ( ÷ / - k then ENTER ) t _ 1 Press HOME MENU . 4 Select " Canadian French Ratings " . ( ÷ / , 1 , then ENTER ) 2 Select " Tuner Setup " . ( 4 _ / , Ikthen ENTER ) 5 Select the desired rating and change the setting . ( _ / _ 3 Select " Favorites " . ( ÷ / _ then ENTER ) then ENTER ) 4 Select a color button ( A , B , C , D ) . ( ÷ / _ 1 , then ENTER ) 5 Select a TV channel to be registered . ( ÷ / _ 1 , then ENTER ) • The password entry screen appears . Enter your 4 - digit password using buttons 0 - 9 . • Each time you press ENTER , the setting is switched . • A star appears beside the favorite channels currently • A lock icon appears beside the blocked rating . selected . • All the ratinos have been unblocked before shipment . • To register another TV channel under the same color Press HOME MENU to exit the menu . button , repeat step 5 . To register another TV channel under a different color button , repeat steps 4 and 5 . Press HOME MENU to exit the menu . Temporarily deactivating the Parental Control When the Parental Control is working and censors a blocked TV program ( or content ) , the Plasma Display shows nothing but a message . Setting up closed captions Your Plasma Display System is equipped ' with an internal closed The method for temporarily deactivating the Parental Control caption decoder . Closed caption allows you to view differs , depending on the currently selected input source . conversations , narration , and sound effects in TV programs and Antenna A , antenna B , or i . LINK : home videos as subtitles on your Plasma Display screen . Press ENTER and then enter your 4 - digit password , You may enjoy digital closed captions when watching digital TV programs . Digital dosed captions allow you to change parameters such as fonts and colors . • Not all programs and videos offer closed caption . Please look for the " 1 _ " symbol to ensure that captions will be shown . • The password entry screen stays only for one minute , After the screen disappears , pressing ENTER causes it to appear again , Input 1 - 4 : Enter your 4 - digit password . You need not press ENTER first , pressing ENTER causes the password entry screen to disappear . • The above password entry screen will also be shown during 2 - screen mode , pictureqn - picture , and while freezing an image , • The password entry screen stays only for one minute , After the screen disappears , pressing ENTER causes it to appear again , Sn
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Tuner Setup j Activating the closed caption Selecting digital closed captions Usetile following procedure to select digital closed captions , 1 Press HOME MENU . 1 Press HOME MENU . 2 Select " Tuner Setup " . ( ÷ / _ then ENTER ) 2 Select " Tuner Setup " . ( ÷ / , ! , then ENTER ) 3 Select " Closed Captions " . ( 4 - / ' i ' then ENTER ) 3 Select " Closed Captions " . ( ÷ / - k then ENTER ) 4 Select " Status " . ( ÷ / _ 1 , then ENTER ) 4 Select " Digital Settings " . ( _ / _ 1 , then ENTER ) 5 Select " On " or " On If Mute " . ( ÷ / , 1 , then ENTER ) 5 Select " Digital Service " . ( ÷ / _ 1 , then ENTER ) 6 Select the desired closed caption . ( _ / _ k then ENTER ) Off Does not show closed captions . ( factory default ) • The factory default is " Service 1 " . On 7 Press HOME MENU to exit the menu . Always shows closed captions . On If Mute Shows closed captions only while sound is NOTE being muted . • The Primary Caption Service is usually offered for Service 1 . and the Secondary Language Service is usually offered for 6 Press HOME MENU to exit the menu . Service 2 if these services are available . NOTE For MONFOR OUT , only conventional closed caption signals are Selecting digital closed caption parameters output ; digital closed caption signals are not output . Use tile following procedure to change such parameters of digital closed captions as font size , font type , foreground and background colors . Selecting the type of conventional closed 1 Press HOME MENU . captions 2 Select " Tuner Setup " . ( ÷ / , ! , then ENTER ) Select tile type of conventional closed captions that you will watch after tuning to a conventional TV channel . This selection 3 Select " Closed Captions " . ( ÷ / - b then ENTER ) also becomes effective when a selected digital TV program 4 Select " Digital Settings " . ( _ F / _ I , then ENTER ) provides only conventional closed captions . 5 Select " Font Size " , " Font " , or any other item . ( _ / _ F then • " CC1 " , " CC2 " . " CC3 " , or " CC4 " displays subtitles of TV dramas ENTER ) and news programs while allowing a full view of the picture . 6 Select the desired parameter . ( _ / , I , then ENTER ) • " Text1 " , " Text2 " , " Text3 " , or " Text4 " superimposes on the picture other information ( e . g . TV guide , weather ) that is independent of the TV in progress . 1 Press HOME MENU . 2 Select " Tuner Setup " . ( ÷ / _ 1 , then ENTER ) 3 Select " Closed Captions " . ( ÷ / - 1 ' then ENTER ) 4 Select " Analog Settings " . ( ÷ / _ then ENTER ) 7 Repeat steps 5 and 6 as necessary . ( ÷ , ÷ / 41 , ) 5 Select the desired closed caption . ( 4k / , Ik then ENTER ) 8 Press HOME MENU to exit the menu . • The factory default is " CCI " . 6 Press HOME MENU to exit the menu . t : ] E : ] " En
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Tuner Setup The following table shows the parameters selectable for each 7 Select " Applies " or " Does Not Apply " . ( 41 " / 4 , then ENTER item . • Make this selection , depending on whether summer time is employed in your area . m Font Size Auto / Large / Standard / Small € _ ii , Font _ Auto / Font 1 / Font 2 / Font 3 / Font 4 / t _ Font 5 / Font 6 / Font 7 Font Color Auto / Black / White / Red / Green / Blue / Yellow / Magenta / Cyan Font Opacity Auto / Solid / Transparent / Translucent / 8 Select " Auto / Manual Set " . ( ÷ , 4 . / 4 , , then ENTER ) Flashing 9 Select " Auto Set " or " Manual Set " . ( 4 . / 4 , then ENTER ) Background Color Auto / Black / White / Red / Green / Blue / 10 If you select " Auto Set " , select an antenna ( A or B ) and a Yellow / Magenta / Cyan channel number using " 1 " / 4 , and ENTER . Background Opacity Auto / Solid / Transparent / Translucent 1 Font 1 ( monospaced with serifs ) / Font 2 ( proportionally spaced with serifs ) / Font 3 ( rnonospaced without serifs ) / Font 4 ( proportionally spaced without serifs ) / Font 5 ( casual font ) / Font 6 ( cursive font ) / Font 7 ( small capitals font ) With " Auto " selected , parameters specified by the provider are used ; if not specified by the provider , the boided default • The date and time will be automatically corrected using parameters are used . If you select parameters other than data from the selected channel . " Auto " , the selected parameters are used regardless of If you select " Manual Set " , manually set the date and provider's specifications . time using 4 . / 4 , , 4 . / 4 . and ENTER . Clock Setting With " Auto Set " selected for Clock Setting , tile system acquires and sets time information automatically , You can also manually set the correct time , If you disconnect the power cord from the power outlet or power blackout occurs , the set time is cleared , 11 Press HOME MENU to exit the menu . 1 Press HOME MENU . r _ NOTE 2 Select " Tuner Setup " . ( ÷ / 4 , then ENTER ) • When the time has not been set , the RECTIMER indicator on the ; 3 Select " Clock " . ( 4 . / 4 . then ENTER ) front of the Media Receiver blinks . 4 Select " Time Zone " . ( 4 . / 4 , then ENTER ) • When the time has not yet been set , you cannot view channel banner information , use auto channel select , and preset TV programs for 5 Select a time zone for your area . ( ÷ / 4 , then ENTER ) recording . 6 Select " D . S . T . " ( 4 - , 4 . / 4 , , then ENTER ) En
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Adjustments and Settings " i You can also use the menu to change the options . Sleep Timer 1 Press HOME MENU . When the selected time elapses , tile Sleep Timer automatically 2 Select " Picture " . ( ÷ / _ ! , then ENTER ) places the system into the standby mode . Press SLEEP to select the desired time . 3 Select " AV Selection " . ( ÷ / _ ! , then ENTER ) • The timer starts counting . 4 Select the desired option . ( _ 1 " / _ 1t , hen ENTER ) • Each time you press SLEEP , the selection is switched as below : • STANDARD 30 . _ 60 . _ 90 t . _ _ 1 ( cancel ) Off _ 120 ( minutes ) • The factory default is " Off " . _ ' _ NOTE • Tocancel the Sleep Timer , select " Off " by pressing SLEEP , For AM source • Five minutes before the selected time elapses , the remaining time appears every minute , STANDARD Fora highly defined image in a normally bright room You can also use the menu to set the Sleep Timen DYNAMIC Fora very sharp image with the maximum 1 Press HOME MENU . contrast This mode does not allow manualimage 2 Select " Sleep Timer " . ( ÷ / _ 1 , then ENTER ) quality adjustment . 3 Select the desired time . ( ÷ / _ 1 , - then ENTER ) MOVIE Fora movie 4 Press HOME MENU to exit the menu . GAME Lowers image brightness for easier viewing , USER Allows the user to customize settings as AV Selection desired . You can set the mode for each input source , Select from tile five viewing options , depending on the current environment ( e . g . , room brightness ) , the type of the current TV program , or the type of images input from external equipment . For PC source 1 Press AM SELECTION . • The current AV Selection mode appears . STANDARD For a highly defined image in a normally 2 Press AM SELECTION again before the displayed mode ( factory default ) bright room disappears . USER Allows the user to customize settings as • ForAV source , the mode is switched in the order ; desired . You can set the mode for each input STANDARD , DYNAMIC , MOVIE , GAME , then USER . SOUrce , • For PC source , the mode is switched between STANDARD and USER . 5 Press HOME MENU to exit the menu . L ER
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Adjustments and Settings For PC source Picture adjustments Adjust the picture to your preference for the chosen AV m Contrast For less contrast For more contrast Selection option ( except DYNAMIC ) . For less brightness For more brightness 1 Press HOME MENU . Brightness t _ Red For weaker red For stronger red 2 Select " Picture " . ( 4 _ / , I , then ENTER ) For weaker green For stronger green 3 Select an item to be adjusted . ( ÷ / _ 1 , then ENTER ) Green Blue For weaker blue For stronger blue NOTE • To make settings for ' PureCinema " , " Color Temp " , " MPEG NR " , " DNR ' , " CTI " , and " DRE ' , select " Pro Adjust " in step 3 , and then press ENTER . For the subsequent procedures , see " Pro Adjust " . • To restore the factory defaults for all the items , press " _ / _ 1 , to select " Reset " in step 3 , and then press ENTER . A confirmation screen appears . Press 41L / _ rIto select " Yes " . and then press ENTER . Pro Adjust This system provides various advanced functions for optimizing For PC source , the following screen appears : the picture quality . 1 Press HOME MENU . 2 Select " Picture " . ( ' _ / _ then ENTER ) 3 Select " Pro Adjust " . ( ÷ / _ k then ENTER ) 4 Select an item to be adjusted . ( ' _ / _ then ENTER ) • You can select " PureCinema " , " Color Temp " , " MPEG NR " , " DNR " , " CTI " , or " DRE " . 5 Select the desired parameter . ( @ / , 1 , then ENTER ) • For the selectable parameters , see the table . Automatically detects a film - based source ( originally encoded at 24 frames / second ) , analyzes it , then recreates each still film 4 Select the desired level . ( ÷ / - _ then ENTER ) frame for high - definition picture quality , Selections Off Deactivates the PureCinema . Standard Produces smooth and vivid moving images ( film specific ) by automatically detecting recorded • When an adjustment screen is in display , you can also image information when displaying change an item to be adjusted , by pressing _ / _ . DVD or 1080i HDTV images ( e . g . , 5 Press HOME MENU to exit the menu . movies ) having 24 frames per second . For AV source ADV Produces smooth and quality moving images ( as shown on theater screens ) by converting to 72 Hz Contrast For less contrast For more contrast when displaying DVD images ( e , g , , Brightness For less brightness For more brightness movies ) having 24 frames per second . Color For less color intensity For more color intensity Remark You cannot select " Standard " when 480p or 720p Tint Skin tones become Skin tones become signals are being input . purplish greenish Sharpness For less sharpness For more sharpness ER
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Adjustments and Settings " i Sound adjustments Adjusts the color temperature , resulting in a better white Adjust the sound to your preference for the chosen AV balance , Selection option , See page 40 , Selections High White with bluish tone 1 Press HOME MENU . Mid Natural tone 2 Select " Sound " . ( ÷ / , 1 , then ENTER ) Low White with reddish tone 3 Select an item to be adjusted . ( ÷ / _ F ) 4 Select the desired level . ( ÷ / - _ ' ) _ ld _ [ q _ lt ! Eliminates mosquito noise from video images when a digital TV channel is watched or a DVD is played , resulting in noise - free images , Selections Off Deactivates the MPEG NR , On Activates the MPEG NR , Eliminates video noise for clean crisp images , The DNR stands for Digital Noise Reduction , Selections Off Deactivates the DNR , High Enhanced DNR Treble For weaker treble For stronger treble Mid Standard DNR Bass For weaker bass For stronger bass Low Moderate DNR Balance Decreases audio from Decreases audio from the right speaker the left speaker q / I Provides images with clearer color contours , The CTI stands for 5 Press HOME MENU to exit the menu . Color Transient Improvement , NOTE Selections Off Deactivates the CTI . • To restore the factory defaults for all the items , press 4F / _ " to select On Activates the CTI . " Reset " irl step 3 , and then press ENTER . A confirmation screen appears . Press Al ' / _ lr to select " Yes " , and then press ENTER . Adjusts dark and bright porlions on images so that the contrast between brightness and darkness becomes clearer , Selections Off Deactivates the DRE . On Activates the DRE . L ER
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Adjustments and Settings FOCUS Power Control This shifts the sound coming direction ( sound images ) upward Power Control provides convenient functions for power saving . and produces clear sound contours . 1 Press HOME MENU . m , Energy Save 2 Select " Sound " . ( ÷ / 4 , then ENTER ) You carl save power consumption by decreasing the picture 3 Select " FOCUS " . ( _ / _ 1 , ) brightness , When you need not watch the screen and want to enjoy only audio , you can also deactivate the screen , 4 Select the desired parameter . ( ÷ / - k ) 1 Press HOME MENU . 2 Select " Power Control " . ( 4 _ / _ then ENTER ) Off Deactivates the FOCUS . ( factory default ) 3 Select " Energy Save " . ( _ / _ k then ENTER ) On Activates the FOCUS . 4 Select " Save " or " Picture Off " . ( _ / _ k then ENTER ) 5 Press HOME MENU to exit the menu . Standard Does not decrease picture brightness . ( factory default ) Save Decreases picture brightness to save power . Front Surround Picture Off Deactivates the screen to save power . To This provk _ es three < _ imensional sound effects and / or deep , rich bass . restore the screen display , press any button other than VOL 4 - / - and MUTING . 1 Press HOME MENU . This setting is not memorized by the system . 2 Select " Sound " . ( ÷ / 4 , then ENTER ) 3 Select " Front Surround " . ( 4 _ / _ ) 5 Press HOME MENU to exit the menu . 4 Select the desired parameter . ( ÷ / - k ) NOTE • You car / also select this function using the Home menu when the Off Deactivates both the SRS and TruBass . input source is a PC . SRS Reproduces highly effective three - dimensional sound . No Signal off ( AV mode only ) TruBass Provides deep , rich bass using a new The system will be automatically placed into the standby mode ( factory default ) technology . if no signal is received for 15 minutes , TruBass + SRS Provides both TruBass and SRS effects . 1 Press HOME MENU . 2 Select " Power Control " . ( ÷ / , 1 , then ENTER ) 5 Press HOME MENU to exit the menu . 3 Select " No Signal off " . ( ÷ / , 1 , then ENTER ) 4 Select " Enable " . ( ÷ / , 1 , then ENTER ) _ ' _ NOTE • _ ( WOW ) designates a status where the FOCUS is on and TruBass + SRS has been selected for Front Surround . Disable Does not place the system into the ( factory default ) standby mode . • _ is a trademark of SRS Labs , Inc . • WOW technology is incorporated under license from SRS Labs , Inc . Enable Places the system into the standby mode if no signal is received for 15 minutes . 5 Press HOME MENU to exit the menu . NOTE • Five minutes before the system is placed into the standby mode , a message appears every minute . • The system may not be placed into the standby mode when noise signals are present at the Media Receiver after a TV program finishes . En
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Adjustments and Settings " i No Operation off ( AV mode only ) Adjusting image positions Tile system will be automatically placed into the standby mode ( AV mode only ) when no operation is performed for three hours , Adjust tile horizontal and vertical positions of images on the 1 Press HOME MENU . Plasma Display , 2 Select " Power Control " . ( 4 _ / 4 , then ENTER ) 1 Press HOME MENU . ; 3 Select " No Operation off " . ( ÷ / 4 , then ENTER ) 2 Select " Option " . ( ' 1 , / 41 , then ENTER ) 4 Select " Enable " . ( _ / 4 , then ENTER ) 3 Select " Position " . ( ÷ / 4k then ENTER ) 4 Select " H / V Position Adjust " . ( + / 4 , then ENTER ) Disable Does not place the system into the ( factory default ) standby mode , Enable Places the system into the standby mode if no operation is performed for three hours . 5 Press HOME MENU to exit the menu . 5 Adjust the vertical position ( 41 " / 4 , ) or horizontal position [ ] NOTE ( ÷ / ÷ ) . Five minutes before the system is placed into the standby mode , a 6 Press HOME MENU to exit the menu . message appears every minute , r _ NOTE Power Management ( PC mode only ) • To restore the factory defaults for all the items , press _ / 4 , to select The system will be automatically placed into the standby mode " Reset " in step 4 , and then press ENTER . A confirmation screen when no signal is received from the personal computer , appears . Press " t _ ' / 4 , to select " Yes " , and then press ENTER . • Adjustments are stored separately according to input source , 1 Press HOME MENU . 2 Select " Power Control " . ( ÷ / 4 , then ENTER ) 3 Select " Power Management " . ( ÷ / 4 , then ENTER ) 4 Select " Model " or " Mode2 " . ( ' 1 " / 4 , then ENTER ) Off No power management ( factory default ) Model • Places the system into the standby mode when no signal is received from the personal computer for eight minutes , • Even when you start using the computer and a signal is received again , the system stays off , • The system is switched on again by pressing STANDBY / ON on the Plasma Display or TV ( _ on the remote control unit . Mode2 • Places the system into the standby mode when no signal is received for eight seconds . • When you start using the computer and a signal is received again , the system is switched on . • The system is switched on again by pressing STANDBY / ON on the Plasma Display or TV ( . bon the remote control unit . 5 Press HOME MENU to exit the menu . L _ ! ER
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Adjustments and Settings _ : , 5 Perform adjustment . ( ÷ / - il , and 4L / _ F ) Adjusting image positions and clock • Use ÷ / _ only when you adjust the vertical position m automatically ( PC mode only ) after selecting " H / V Position Adjust " . Use Auto Setup to automatically adjust positions and clock of 6 Press HOME MENU to exit the menu . € _ ii , images coming from a personal computer . t _ r _ NOTE 1 Press HOME MENU . • To restore the factory defaults for all the items , press _ IL / _ to select 2 Select " Option " . ( ÷ / _ then ENTER ) " Reset " in step 4 , and then press ENTER . A confirmation sc / _ een ; 3 Select " Auto Setup " . ( ÷ / _ k then ENTER ) appears . Press _ IL / _ rI to select " Yes " . and then press ENTER . • Auto Setup starts . 4 Press HOME MENU to exit the menu . NOTE • When Auto Setup is finished , " Auto Setup completed . " appears . • Even when " Auto Setup completed . " appears , Auto Setup may have failed , depending on conditions . • Auto Setup may fail with a PC image composed of similar patterns or monochrome . If not successful , change the PC image and try again . • Be sure to connect the computer to the Media Receiver and switch it on before starting Auto Setup . Adjusting image positions and clock manually ( PC mode only ) Usually you can easily adjust the positions and clock of images using Auto Setup . Use Manual Setup to optimize the positions and clock of images when necessary . 1 Press HOME MENU . 2 Select " Option " . ( + / , IF then ENTER ) ; 3 Select " Manual Setup " . ( _ / _ 1 , then ENTER ) 4 Select an item to be adjusted . ( _ / _ k then ENTER ) ER
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Adjustments and Settings " i AV mode Selecting a screen size In single - screen mode , press SCREEN SIZE to change tile size of the screen from among the sebctable options for the type of 4 : 3 video signals currently received , • The selectable screen sizes differ depending on the types of input signals , / , r AV mode i WIDE FULL I 4 : 3 For 4 : 3 " standard " pictures . A side bar appears on each side , FULL For 16 : 9 squeeze pictures , ZOOM For 16 : 9 letterbox pictures . Bars may appear on the • CINEMA . - ZOOM I top and bottom with some programs . CINEMA For 14 : 9 letterbox pictures . Bars may appear on the top and bottom on some programs . WIDE In this mode pictures are progressively stretched toward each side of the screen . PC mode except for XGA signals PC mode except for XGA signals 4 : 3 4 : 3 Fills the screen without altering the input signal aspect ratio . FULL Full 16 : 9 screen display Dot by Dot by Dot Matches input signal with same number of screen Dot pixels . I PC mode for XGA signals ( Ex , 1024 x 768 input at PDP - 5045HD ) PC mode for XGA signals 4 : 3 Matches input signal with the same number of screen pixels . Optimized for 1024 x 768 display 4 : 3 FULL1 Full 16 : 9 screen display Optimized for 1024 x 768 display FULL2 For wide signal display Use when displaying 1280 x 768 signal resolution . l FULL2 * - FULLI I r _ NOTE • in 2 - screen mode , press SCREEN SIZE to change the size of left screen . • The PC mode above is for the PDP - 5045HD . For the PDP - 4345HD the number of panel pixels is different , so sigrlal processing and actual viewing conditions will vary slightly . • While watckfing High Definition TV broadcastirlg , pressing SCREEN SIZE switches between FULL and WIDE . • if you watch High Definition TV broadcasting with WIDE selected , part of the screen ( e . g , , images , graphic interface ) can be missed , if this is the case , select FULL . L En
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Adjustments and Settings _ , : , Changing the brightness at both sides of m the screen ( Side Mask ) With tile 4 : 3 screen size selected for tile AV mode , you carl € _ change the brightness of the gray side masks that appear at t _ both sides of the screen . 1 Press HOME MENU . 2 Select " Option " . ( ÷ / _ 1 , then ENTER ) 3 Select " Side Mask " . ( _ I ' / , F then ENTER ) 4 Select the desired parameter . ( ÷ / _ 1 , then ENTER ) Fixed Always sets the same brightness for the ( factory default ) gray side masks . Auto Adjusts the brightness of the gray side masks according to the brightness of images . 5 Press HOME MENU to exit the menu . Language setting You carl select a language to be used for on - screen display such as menus from among three languages : English , French , and Spanish . 1 Press HOME MENU . 2 Select " Option " . ( ÷ / _ 1 , then ENTER ) 3 Select " Language " . ( 4 " / , ! , then ENTER ) 4 Select a language . ( ÷ / - b ) 5 Press HOME MENU to exit the menu . ER
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Timer Presetting " } 7 Specify a channel number . ( _ / _ 1 , then ENTER for each Presetting TV programs using the timer digit ) Using tile menu , you carl easily preset TV programs for watching later ( auto channel select ) , recording with a D - VHS recorder , or recording via the supplied VCR controller . With the power to the system left on , the Auto Channel Preset automatically selects the preset TV program when its on - air time comes . Then you will not miss an important TV program when you are enjoying another TV program . For the connections with a D - VHS recorder , see pages 54 and 8 Select a recording device . ( ÷ / _ 1 , then ENTER ) 55 . For the connections with the supplied VCR controller , see • To preset for auto channel select , select " None " . page 59 . r _ NOTE Youcan make upto 32 presettings in total . • In steps4 to 8 . you can also press ÷ / " i ' to movethe cursor . 1 Press HOME MENU . 2 Select " Timers " . ( ÷ / _ 1 , then ENTER ) 3 Select a list number . ( ÷ / , It then ENTER ) 9 Press HOME MENU to exit the menu . An alarm screen appears slightly before the preset timer is activated . If watching a TV channel through antenna A or B in a single - screen mode , the screen allows you to cancel the presetting by pressing D . Specify a date . ( ÷ / _ 1 , then ENTER ) • The selections include the days of the week ( e . g . , Mondays ) , " Weekdays " , " Weekends " , and " Everyday " . Selecting one of these will cause the timer to activate periodically . The icons beside the list numbers have the following meanings . Preset for recording ; no conflicts with other timers exist . Preset for auto channel select ; no conflicts with other timers exist . Preset for recording ; conflicts with other timers exist . Specify the start and end times . ( ' 1 _ / ' I , then ENTER for each field ) Preset for auto channel select ; conflicts with other ® timers exist . Preset for recording ; the timer start has been delayed . Preset for auto channel select ; the timer start has been delayed . 6 Select antenna A or B . ( _ / _ 1 , then ENTER ) IL _ . _ : i ER
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Timer Presetting NOTE • If you set atimer to record a future digital program on a VCR , you m must first turn off Parental Control . Otherwise , you will record onJy a black screen , See ' Temporarily deactivating the Parental Control " on page 37 . t _ • To change the TV program presetting , repeat the above procedure . To cancel the presetting , press D after selecting a list number in step 4 , • Switch on the recording equipment at least 30 seconds before the start of the preset program ; otherwise recording will not be executed . • When presetting for recording , finish the operations two minutes ( one minute for auto channel select ) before the start of the program ; otherwise presetting may fail . • Auto channel select is not executed when the system is in the standby mode . • Recording is net executed if recordable D - VHS tape is not present in the D - VHS recorder when the preset program starts . This is also true when a specified D - VHS recorder is not in connection . • For recording with a VCR , confirm that the video output terminals on the Media Receiver have been connected to the signal input terminals on tbe VCR . • Presettings become ineffective if the start time and the end time are identical , Priority rules for overlapped presettings When preset TV programs are overlapped , the following three rules are used to determine a higher priority , If more than one of the three rules are met , the rules are applied in the order ; 1,2 , then 3 , Rule 1 : Presetting for recording is given a higher priority over presetting for auto channel select , Presetting for recording I Presetting for auto channel select The shaded area is not executed , Rule 2 : If two presettings are overlapped , presetting with earlier start time is given a higher priority , If two presettings are sequential , the last portion of the first program may not be recorded for 60 seconds ( or less ) because recording of the second program is started at the exact start time , Program A I Program B The shaded area is not executed , Rule 3 : If presettings at the same start time are overlapped , presetting with a higher list number is given a higher priority , En
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Enjoying through External Equipment " } You can connect many types of external equipment to your Displaying a DVD image Plasma Display System , like a DVD player , VCR , personal To watch a DVD image , press INPUT 1 on the remote control computer , game console , and camcorden unit or press INPUT on the Plasma Display to select INPUT1 , To view images coming from external equipment , select the input source using the INPUT buttons on the remote control r ' _ NOTE ( page 14 ) or the INPUT button on the Plasma Display , • Refer to your DVD player instruction manual for the signal type , • The iNPUT 1 terminals are checked for cable connections in the _ CAUTION order where ; 1 ) Component Video , 2 ) S - Video , 3 ) Video . • To protect all equipment , always turn off the system before • Connect external equipment to only terminals that are to be actually connecting to a DVD player , VCR , personal computer , game used , console , camcorder , or other external equipment , • You can also use the INPUT3 terminals when connecting onlywith the Component Video output terminals on a DVD player . NOTE • Refer to the relevant instruction manual ( DVD player , personal i computer , etc , ) carefully before making connections , Watching a VCR image Watching a DVD image Connecting a VCR Use the INPUT 2 terminals when connecting a VCR and other audiovisual equipment , Connecting a DVD player Use the INPUT 1 terr - ninals when connecting a DVD player and Media Receiver ( rear view ) other audiovisual equipment , AV cable ( commercially available ) RMe % dii % er t _ Component Videocable ( rear view ) t _ ( commercially available ) t S - Video cable ( commerciall , available ) VCR Displaying a VCR image To watch a VCR image , press INPUT 2 on the remote control unit or press INPUT on the Plasma Display to select INPUT2 , DVD player r _ NOTE • The INPUT2 terminals are checked for cable connections in the order where ; 1 ) S - Video , 2 ) Video . • Connect external equipment to only terminals that are to be actually used , IL En
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Enjoying through External Equipment To activate the HDMI terminal : Using HDMI Input 1 Press HOME MENU . Tile INPUT 1 and INPUT3terminals include HDMI terminals to m 2 Select " Option " . ( 4 = / 4 , then ENTER ) which digital video and audio signals can be input . To use the HDMI terminal , activate the terminal and specify the types of 3 Select " HDMI Input " . ( + / ÷ then ENTER ) video and audio signals to be received from the connected t _ 4 Select " Setting " . ( ÷ / + then ENTER ) equipment . Forthe types of these signals , see the operation 5 Select " Enable " . ( + / 4 , then ENTER ) manual that came with the connected equipment . Before starting the menu , press INPUT 1 ( or INPUT 3 ) on the remote control unit or press INPUT on the Plasma Display to Disable Deactivates the HDMI terminal . select INPUT 1 ( or INPUT 3 ) . ( factory default ) Enable Activates the HDMI terminal . 1920 * 1080i @ 59.94 / 60Hz 720 * 480p @ 59.94 / 60Hz 6 Press HOME MENU to exit the menu . 1280 * 720p @ 59.94 / 60Hz To specify the type of digital video signals : 720 ( 1440 ) * 480i @ 59.94 / 60Hz 1 Press HOME MENU . 2 Select " Option " . ( ÷ / 4 , then ENTER ) NOTE 3 Select " HDMI Input " . ( + / _ " then ENTER ) • PC signals are not supported , 4 Select " Video " . ( + / _ 1 , then ENTER ) 5 Select the type of digital video signals . ( + / _ k then Connecting HDMI equipment ENTER ) • If you select " Auto " , an attempt will be made to identify Media Receiver ( rear view ) the type of digital video signals when digital video signals are received . ID ] ' & " CTJl : ' gt ¢ _ Auto Automatically identifies input digital video ( factory default ) signals . Color - 1 Digital Component Video signals ( 4 : 2 : 2 ) locked Color - 2 Digital Component Video signals ( 4 : 4 : 4 ) locked Color - 3 Digital RGB signals locked 6 Press HOME MENU to exit the menu . NOTE • If you select a parameter other than " Auto " , make such a setting that results in natural color . • if no image appears , specify another digital video signal type . • For the digital video signal types to be specified , check the operation manual that came with the connected equipment . HDMI equipment To specify the type of audio signals : 1 Press HOME MENU . 2 Select " Option " . ( + / 4 , then ENTER ) 3 Select " HDMI Input " . ( ÷ / _ 1 , then ENTER ) 4 Select " Audio " . ( 4F / _ k then ENTER ) 5 Select the type of audio signals . ( ÷ / + then ENTER ) • If you select " Auto " , an attempt will be made to identify the type of audio signals when audio signals are received . En
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_ Enjoying through External Equipment " i _ r _ NOTE Auto Automatically identifies input audio • The INPUT 4 terminals are checked for cable connections in the ( factory default ) signals . order where ; 1 ) Component Video , 2 ) S - Video , 3 ) Video . Digital Accepts digital audio signals . • Connect external equipment to only terminals that are to be actually used , Analog Accepts analog audio signals . Displaying an image of the game console or 6 Press HOME MENU to exit the menu . camcorder To watch an image coming from the game console or r _ NOTE camcorder , press INPUT 4 on the remote control unit or press • If no sound is output , specify another audio signal type . INPUT on the Plasma Display to select INPUT4 . • For the audio signal types to be specified , check the operation manual that came with the connected equipment . • Depending on the equipment to be connected , you also need to connect analog audio cables , Recording digital TV programs using a VCR or DVD recorder If you connect recording equipment such as a VCR or DVD Enjoying a game console or watching recorder to the MONITOR OUT terminals on the rear of the Media Receiver , you can record , for example , digital TV camcorder images programs using the recording equipment . You can also record digital TV programs more easily by using Connecting a game console or camcorder the supplied VCR controller . Connect the VCR controller to the VCR control terminal on the rear of the Media Receiver and Use the INPUT 4 terminals to connect a game console , then position the controller so that its light emitting section camcorder and other audiovisual equipment . faces the remote control sensor on the recording equipment . For more information , see page 59 . Media Receiver ( front view ) Avoiding unwanted feedback You can prevent unwanted feedback from adversely affecting the quality of images . Specify the output terminal whose output is to be inhibited . 1 Press HOME MENU . 2 Select " Option " . ( ÷ / _ 1 , then ENTER ) 3 Select " Monitor Out " . ( ÷ / 4k then ENTER ) AV cable 4 Select " INPUT1 Prohibit " , " INPUT2 Prohibit " , " INPUT3 ( commercially available ) Prohibit " , or " INPUT4 Prohibit " . ( ÷ / 4k then ENTER ) 5 Press HOME MENU to exit the menu . S - Video cable ( commercially available ) Game console / Camcorder L I . " P _ I ER
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( Enjoying through External Equipment Connecting a recorder Connecting other audio equipment The digital audio output terminal ( optical ) on this system carl m output Dolby Digital signals , Using an optical digital cable , Media Receiver ( rear view ) connect an AV receiver to the digital audio output terminal ( optical ) on the rear of the Media Receiver , This allows audio _ " such as digital TV broadcasting to be played in high quality , = r If your AV receiver does not have a digital audio input terminal ( optical ) , connect the MONITOR OUTterminals ( AUDIO ) on the rear of the Media Receiver to the audio input terminals on the AV receiver , NOTE • When using the digital audio output terminal ( optical ) , you need to make settings depending on your AV receiver . For more information , t AV cable see the instruction manual that came with the AV receiver , ( commerciall _ available ) Connecting an AV receiver S - Video cable ( commercially available ) Media Receiver ( rear view ) VCR controller ( for presetting digital TV / programs for recording ) = VCR or DVD recorder r ' _ NOTE • About the MONITOR OUT terminals The MONITOR OUT terminals cannot output the following signals : 1 Video signals input from the COMPONENTVIDEO terminal 2 Video signals from a personal computer 3 S - Video signals when a conventional ] M channel is being received 4 S - Video signals when Video signals ( INPUT 1,2 , and 4 ) are being input AV receiver 5 Digital video and audio signals from the HDMI terminals • When watching images played back on a VCR or DVD recorder connected to the MONITOR OUT terminals , select an input source ( e . g . , TV channel reception ) on the recording equipment other than external input sources . Selecting an external input source may result in distorted images or noise . • Analog broadcasting signals are not sent to the MONITOR OUT ( S - VIDEO ) terminal . This is also true of composite signals coming from INPUT 1,2 , or4 , En
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Enjoying through External Equipment Switching the optical audio signal type When connecting a single D - VHS recorder Set up for the DIGITAL AUDIO output terminal ( OPTICAL ) , depending on your AV receiver , Media Receiver ( rear view ) 1 Press HOME MENU . 2 Select " Option " . ( ÷ / , I , then ENTER ) 3 Select " Digital Audio Out " . ( _ / _ 1 , then ENTER ) 4 Select " Dolby Digital " or " PCM " . ( _ / _ 1 , then ENTER ) IDT _ m1 = F . gm11 PCM Always outputs in the PCM format ( factory default ) regardless of the types of signals . Dolby Digital For Dolby Digital encoded signals , outputs in the Dolby Digital format . For PCM encoded signals , outputs in the PCM format . i , LINK cable ( commercially available ) 5 Press HOME MENU to exit the menu . Tcoonunseecti , LoINnlKy , aynoui , LnIeNeKd ctaoble ; Watching a D - VHS image you need not connect cables to the video and audio terminals , What is i . LINK ? i , LINK is a digital serial interface for handling digital video , digital audio , and other data in two directions , i , LINK is Sony's term for the IEEE 1394 data transport bus , Digital AV equipment compatible with i , LINK can be connected using a single i , LINK cable , The i , LINK interface allows this PDP system to control one of up to two i , LINK compatible devices ( in connection ) that D - VHS recorder can be identified , Which i . LINK devices are connectable ? For i , LINK devices , this system supports only D - VHS recorders , When connecting two D - VHS recorders The i , LINK terminals on this system cannot be connected with You can connect two D - VHS recorders directly to the i , LINK other equipment such as DVD recorders , digital video cameras , terminals on the rear of the Media Receiver , personal computers , and PC peripheral devices because of differences in the specifications , i . LINK cables Media Receiver D - VHS recorder What can be recorded through i . LINK ? With D - VHS recorders connected to this system through i , LINK , you can record only digital TV programs , You cannot record conventional TV channels nor contents coming from external input sources and personal computers , D - VHS recorder Connecting D - VHS recorders Usethe i , LINK terminals when connecting D - VHSrecorders , L b " _ ! ER
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Enjoying through External Equipment Using i , LINK cables you can also connect up to two D - VHS recorders in a daisy chain , Displaying a D - VHS image To watch a D - VHS image , press i . LINK on the remote control m unit or press INPUT on the Plasma Display to select i , LINK , i . LINK cable / t _ Useful and important notification Useful information • D - VHS recorders connected through i , LINK can play back digital TV programs recorded using this system , • D - VHS recorders connected through i , LINK can record only D - VHS recorder digital TV programs , Using i , LINK , those recorders cannot record conventional TV channels nor contents coming from external input sources , • This system can be simultaneously connected with up to two D - VHS recorders that support i , LINK , You can control one of Precautions about i . LI NK , connections these D - VHS recorders ( basic functions only ) , • Use $ 400 i , LINK cables that have 4 - pin plugs and are shorter • Some D - VHS recorders connected through i , LINK may not than 3,5 m ( 11,48 feet ) , allow this system to control through the control panel screen or to display images and output sound , • Some i , LINK devices cannot relay data when their power is off , • To record digital TV programs using connected D - VHS recorders , use D - VHS tape , You cannot use VHS tape nor • Do not make the following loop connections : S - VHS tape , • Some D - VHS recorders connected though i , LINK may not Media Receiver D - VHS recorder allow this system to play back images and sound recorded on VHS tape , S - VHS tape , or ( if with analog signals ) D - VHS tape , If this is the case , connect the analog output terminals on the D - VHS recorder to INPUT 1,2 , 3 , or 4 terminals on this system , See page 50 , • This system supports the Digital Transmission Content Protection ( DTCP ) technology , The DTCP is a copy protection technology that presents data coding and device authentication , • i , LINK may not allow copy - restricted video , audio , and other Media Receiver D - VHS recorder data to be copied from one i , LINK device to another , It also may not allow video , audio , and other data to be transferred with equipment that does not support the DTCR Precautions • While one D - VHS recorder connected through i , LINK is recording or playing back , do not switch on or off the other connected D - VHS recorder ( not in use ) or do not connect or disconnect the i , LINK cable from that D - VHS recorder , Doing so can result in image and sound interruption , • Some D - VHS recorders that support i , LINK cannot relay data when their power is off , Check the instruction manual that came with your D - VHS recorden This system allows you to change the setting for data relay in the standby mode , See " Setting up for i , LINK standby " on page 57 , ER
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Enjoying through External Equipment Setting up for controlling a D - VHS recorder Editing the i . LINK list You carl operate the connected D - VHS recorder from tile Tile i . LINK list shows all devices connected through i . LINK Plasma Display that shows the control panel screen . After interfaces . In this list , you can change the name or order of devices or delete device information . making the connections , use the menu to specify the model of the D - VHS recorder to be operated . You can operate only a 1 Press HOME MENU . single D - VHS recorder from the Plasma Display . 2 Select " Tuner Setup " . ( 4 = / 4 , then ENTER ) 1 Press HOME MENU . 3 Select " Recorder Setup " . ( ÷ / . _ then ENTER ) 2 Select " Tuner Setup " . ( 4F / 4 , then ENTER ) 4 Select " i . LINK Setup " . ( 4 = / 4,1then ENTER ) 3 Select " Recorder Setup " . ( ÷ / - b then ENTER ) 5 Select " i . LINK List " . ( 4 = / 4 , then ENTER ) 4 Select " i . LINKSetup " . ( ÷ / , l , then ENTER ) 6 Select the desired device . ( ÷ / 4k ) 5 Select " i . LINK List " . ( ÷ / 4k then ENTER ) 6 Select the D - VHS recorder model to be operated . ( ÷ / 4 , then ENTER ) The following procedure differs depending on what you want to perform . 7 Press A to select " Connect " . To change the name of a device : 8 Press HOME MENU to exit the menu . 7 Press B to select " Rename " . 8 Enter up to 7 characters using ÷ / 4k , ÷ / - b and ENTER . r _ NOTE • The following information appears at the right end of the i . LINK list to indicate the connection status of the D - VHS recorders : Control : Data connection with the D - VHS recorder has been established and the recorder is ready for control , Link : The D - VHS recorder has been physically con - nected , and can be controlled if it is selected for controk - - : Currently not physically connected 9 Press A . • When connected to any device other than a D - VHS , the device is not 10 Press HOME MENU to exit the menu . listed in the i , LINK List . To change the order of devices : 7 Press C to select " Move " . 8 Select the new desired position . ( ÷ / 4 , then ENTER ) • The selected device is moved to the selected position . 9 Press HOME MENU to exit the menu . To delete information about a device : 7 Press D to select " Delete " . • A confirmation message appears . • A warning message appears if the selected device has been preset for recording with the timer or if its power is on . If this is the case , you cannot delete the device that you have selected . 8 Press A to execute the deletion . 9 Press HOME MENU to exit the menu . En
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Enjoying through External Equipment Setting up for i . LINK standby Operating the control panel screen Use tile following procedure to enable data transfer between The control panel screen appears when you press i . LINK , It m multiple i , LINK devices even when the system is in the standby disappears when you press i . LINK again , Toselect a button on mode , the control panel screen , press 4k / _ kor ÷ / _ , and then press ENTER on the remote control , 1 Press HOME MENU . t _ 2 Select " Tuner Setup " . ( 4 = / _ then ENTER ) 3 Select " Recorder Setup " . ( ÷ / _ then ENTER ) 4 Select " i . LINK Setup " . ( ÷ / _ k then ENTER ) 5 Select " i . LINK Standby " . ( ÷ / _ then ENTER ) 6 Select " Enable " . ( ÷ / _ then ENTER ) 7 Press HOME MENU to exit the menu . r _ NOTE • With " Enable " selected , the system relays data between multiple i , LINK devices even when in the standby mode ; the i , LINK circuits are energized in that mode , 1 Shows the current status of the D - VHS recorder , 2 Shows the name of the currently selected device , In standby mode 3 Shows counter time output by the D - VHS recorder 4 Shows the manufacture name of the D - VHS recorder to be i . LINK device Media Receiver i . LINK device operated , @ 5 Shows the model name of the D - VHS recorder to be operated , No data relay 6 Shows the type of inserted video tape ; D for D - VHS , S for S - VHS , and no display for VHS , 7 Appears when any tape has been inserted , 8 Appears when the inserted tape has been write protected , The inserted tape cannot be used for recording when this indicator appears , 9 Appears when the D - VHS recorder has been preset for recording and is in the standby mode , 10 Switches on and off the D - VHS recorder , 11 Starts recording , 12 Rewinds to the start of the current program , 13 Rewinds the tape , 14 Pauses the tape , 15 Stops the current tape motion , 16 Starts playing back , 17 Forwards to the start of the next program , 18 Forwards the tape , 19 Exits the control panel screen and displays the i , LINK Setup menu , 20 Allows you to change the D - VHS recorder to be operated , After pressing this button , press + / _ k to select the desired model from the list , and then press ENTER , NOTE • If no i . LINK device has been connected , " No i . LINK devices are connected . " appears , tf this is the case , connect i . LtNK devices . • If none of the connected equipment has been supported for control , you cannot execute control , En
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Enjoying through External Equipment " ) Signal names for 15 - pin mini D - sub connecter Watching an image from a personal computer Connecting a personal computer Use the PC terminals to connect a personal cornpute _ ( front view ) [ ] NOTE • The PC input terminals are DDC2B _ cornpatible . 1 R • Plug & Play may not correctly function , depending on personal 2 G computers in use , 3 B 4 Not connected Media Receiver ( front view ) 5 Not connected 6 GND ( ground ) 7 GND ( ground ) 8 GND ( ground ) 9 + 5V 10 GND ( ground ) 11 Not connected 12 SDA 13 HD 14 VD 15 SCL RGB cable pl3 ] ' 5 c _ luestere ° mi n i - I _ t ( commercially available ) ( commercially available ) _ r _ NOTE • A Macintosh adaptor may be required for use with some Macintosh computers , Computer compatibility chart Personal computer 720 x 400 70 Hz 640 x 480 60 Hz 65 Hz Macintosh 13 " ( 67 Hz ) Displaying an image from a personal computer 72 Hz When connecting to a personal computer , tile input signal type is automatically identified , If the personal computer image does 75 Hz not come in clearly , you may need to use Auto Setup in the 800x 600 56 Hz menu , See page 45 , To watch an image coming from the personal computer , press 60 Hz PC on the remote control unit or press INPUT on the Plasma 72 Hz Display to select " PC " , 75 Hz NOTE 832 x 624 74.5 Hz Macintosh 16 " • The PC terminals cannot be used for audiovisual equipment . 1024 x 768 60 Hz 70 Hz 75 Hz Macintosh 19 " 1280x 768 56 Hz 60 Hz 70 Hz L ER
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{ Enjoying through External Equipment Use the following procedure to set the manufacture of the recording equipment : Connecting the VCR controller Connect the supplied VCR controller to the Media Receiver . This 1 Press HOME MENU . m allows you to preset digital TV programs for recording ; see page 2 Select " Tuner Setup " . ( ÷ / _ 1 , then ENTER ) 48 . When the specified time comes , the system in the standby mode is automatically switched on and the specified TV 3 t _ Select " Recorder Setup " . ( 4 - / ' I ' then ENTER program is recorded using the connected VCR or DVD recorder . 4 Select " VCR Setup " . ( + / + then ENTER ) 5 Select the manufacture of the recording equipment . NOTE ( + / , 1 , then ENTER ) • Make sure to leave the VCR power on when presetting TV programs for recording with the VCR controller . • Be sure to fh'mly connect the VCR controller to the VCR control terminal on the rear of the Media Receiver . if you have mistakenly connected it to the CONTROL iN or CONTROL OUT terminal , remote control or other operations may be disabled , Media Receiver ( rear view ) • The screen for recording test appears . 6 Check that the power to the recording equipment is on , and insert tape into the slot . • Insert tape you think it all right to erase its contents . The contents will be erased because Rec and Stop codes are output in the test . • Check that the light emitting section on the VCR controller cable faces the recording equipment . ( Once you have positioned thehe 7 Press A to execute recording test . VCR controller , secure with t • If the recording equipment fails to start and stop recording , check and change the specified recording equipment manufacture . _ supplied tape , ) 8 Press A to select " Yes , Store Setting " . 9 Press HOME MENU to exit the menu . VCR or DVD recorder _ ' _ NOTE Position the light emitting section • Even if you correctly specify the manufacture of the recording on the VCR equipment , control of some models may be disabled . controller cable • Perform the recording test when the recording equipment is not in so that it faces recording standby or is not recording . the VCR . • The recording test takes approximately 10 seconds . • The PIONEER has been set as the factory default . Remote control sensor En
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Enjoying through External Equipment The lists of controllable recording equipment manufactures Toshiba Admiral Harley Davidson Philco Totevision Advantz Harman / Kardon Philips Adventura Harwood Pilot Unitech Vector Aiko Headquarter Pioneer Aiwa Hitachi Portland Vector Research Akai JVC Profitronic Video Concepts Videosonic American High Jensen Proscan Asha KEC Protec Wards Audiovox KLH Pulsar White Westinghouse Beaumark Kenwood Quarter XR - IO00 Yamaha Bell & Howell Kodak Quartz Zenith Broksonic LXI Quasar CCE Lloyd's RCA Some modes of the listed Calix Logik Radio Shack manufactures may not allow control through the VCR Canon MEI Radix controller , Capehart MGA Randex Carver MGN Technology Realistic Cineral MTC Ricoh Citizen Magnasonic Runco Colt Magnavox STS Craig Magnin Salora Curtis Mathes Marantz Samsung Cybernex Marta Sanky Daewoo Matsushita Sansui Daytron Memorex Sanyo Denon Minolta Scott Dynatech Mitsubishi Sears Electrohome Motorola Setup Electrophonic Multitech Sharp Emerex NAD Shintom Emerson NEC Shogun Fisher Nikko Singer Fuji Nikon Sony Funai Noblex Sylvania GE Olympus Symphonic Garrard Optimus TMK Go Video Optonica Tatung GoldStar Orion Teac Gradiente Panasonic Technics Grundig Penney Teknika HI - Q Pentax Thomas L [ . _ l ] ER