Warning arning arning WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage”...
Safety Instructions Safety Instructions Important safeguards for you and your new product Your product has been manufactured and tested with your safety in mind. However, improper use can result in potential elec- trical shock or fire hazards. To avoid defeating the safeguards that have been built into your new product, please read and observe the following safety points when installing and using your new product, and save them for future reference.
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Safety Instructions Safety Instructions continued Safety Instructions continued 14. Outdoor Antenna Grounding If an outside antenna or cable system is connected to the product, be sure the antenna or cable system is grounded so as to provide some protection against voltage surges and built-up static charges.
Refer all service to authorized Mitsubishi Service Centers. CAUTION PD-4225S can be used with the following optional acces- sories. Use with other optional accessories is capable of resulting in instability causing possible injury.
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† ORBITER - Uneven phosphor aging/burn-in reduction feature. To minimize the risk of uneven phosphor aging/burn-in when displaying still images, the Mitsubishi PD-4225S offers a built-in feature known as ORBITER. The ORBITER feature inter- mittently shifts the screen image horizontally and vertically in small increments. This intermittent screen movement is usu- ally not evident in full motion video.
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WARNING: Do not leave stationary or letterbox images on-screen for extended periods of time. Mix types of pictures shown. Uneven phosphor aging is NOT covered by your warranty. The normal use of a TV should include a mixture of TV pic- ture types.
Cleaning Safeguards Cleaning Safeguards Cleaning Safeguards Plasma TV Screen & Cabinet Please follow the cleaning safeguards listed below to pre- vent damage to your Plasma TV and retain this document for future reference. IMPORTANT: No Abrasives! DO NOT use any kind of abrasive cloth or cleaner or ammonia on the Plasma TV’s screen or cabinet.
Introduction Introduction What is a Plasma Display Panel (PDP)? If voltage is applied to gas within glass panels, ultraviolet rays are produced and fused with a fluorescent substance. At that instant, light is emitted. A Plasma Display is a next generation flat display using this phenomenon. 160°...
Installation Installation Ensure that the following accessories are included with your TV. If an accessory is missing, please contact the dealer where you purchased the product. Owner’s Manual D-sub 15 pin Cable Speakers (2) Speaker Wires (2) The plasma TV panel needs the matching stand (included) or other mounting hardware to stand vertically without tipping. Be sure to use the matching stand (included) or other mounting hardware that is designed specifically for this product.
Installation Installing the Plasma TV on the Stand Installing the Plasma TV on the Stand Preparations 1. Unpack the plasma TV. 1. Open the top of the cardboard in which the plasma TV is packed and remove the three pieces of styrofoam. 2.
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When mounting this TV to a wall, a UL 1678 listed wall mounting bracket suitable for the weight and mounting surface must be used. • Wall mounts not included. • Be sure to use mounting hardware that is designed specifically for this product •...
Matching Speaker Installation Matching Speaker Installation 1. Remove Speaker Brackets from the bottom of Plasma box. They are located underneath the styrofoam packaging at the bottom of the Plasma box. 2. Remove the speakers from the box. 3. Fasten the right Speaker Bracket to the Right Speaker using the 3 included mounting screws.
Controls Controls 1. ON/OFF SWITCH Turns the TV’s power on and off. 2. REMOTE SENSOR WINDOW Receives the signals from the remote control. 3. POWER/STANDBY INDICATOR When the TV is on When the TV is in the Standby mode 4. DEVICE Switches the input, in the following order ANT, VIDEO (REAR), VIDEO (FRONT), S–VIDEO, COM- PONENT, RGB, MONITORLINK...
Connection Options Connection Options 1. VIDEO (FRONT) INPUT Connection for audio/video out from external equipment. 2. S-VIDEO Connection for video out from external equipment. 16 Plasma TV Front Connection Panel Front Connection Panel AUDIO S-VIDEO VIDEO (FRONT) (MONO) MENU DEVICE POWER POWER/ STANDBY...
Connection Options Connection Options 1. ANTENNA INPUT PORT Connection for an over-the-air or terrestrial antenna, a cable TV wire, or cable box. 2. VIDEO (REAR) INPUT Connection for audio/video out from external equipment. 3. AV OUTPUT Connection for a second TV or monitor (ONLY). DO NOT CONNECT ANY OTHER INPUT SOURCES.
Remote Control Functions: Care and Operation Remote Control Functions: Care and Operation - When using the remote control, aim it at the remote control sensor on the TV. - Under certain conditions such as if the remote IR signal is interrupted, the remote control may not function. Press the key again as necessary.
Remote Control Functions: Overview of the TV Remote Control Functions: Overview of the TV Layer Buttons Layer Buttons Overview Overview (Figure 1, preceding page) Slide Switch: Select A/V product to be controlled by the remote control. POWER: Switches the TV from Standby to ON. Switches the TV from ON to Standby.
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Use of the Remote Control with Other Use of the Remote Control with Other Programming the Remote Control to Use with Programming the Remote Control to Use with Other Brands of Audio and V Other Brands of Audio and V (Figures 1-3 this page, figures 4-5 following page) 1.
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Use of the Remote Control with Other Use of the Remote Control with Other CABLE/DBS/DTV AUDIO DVD Player Codes DVD/LDP brand Code to enter: Mitsubishi Panasonic Philips 258, 253, 272 Pioneer DVD Samsung Sony Toshiba To reset to default code, enter 000 Figure 4.
Remote Control Functions: Special Functions Remote Control Functions: Special Functions When your remote control has been Programmed to operate another manufacturer’s product, the function performed on each layer may vary. The most common functions are: Remote Control Functions: Operation of PIP Remote Control Functions: Operation of PIP Picture-In-Picture (PIP)
NOTE: Not all cables shown are included with the TV. They are available at most consumer electronics stores. VCR Setup VCR Setup - To avoid picture noise (interference), leave an adequate distance between the VCR and TV. - Use the Long Life feature to avoid having a fixed image remain on the screen for a long period of time, i.e. a frozen still picture from a VCR.
NOTE: Not all cables shown are included with the TV. They are available at most consumer electronics stores. External A/V Source Setup External A/V Source Setup How to connect Connect the audio and video cables from the external equipment's output jacks to the TV input jacks, as shown in the figure.
NOTE: Not all cables shown are included with the TV. They are available at most consumer electronics stores. Monitor Out Setup Monitor Out Setup The TV has a special signal output capability which allows you to hook up a second TV or monitor. Connect the second TV or monitor to the TV AV OUTPUT.
NOTE: Not all cables shown are included with the TV. They are available at most consumer electronics stores. HD-5000/MONIT ORLINK SETUP HD-5000/MONIT ORLINK SETUP 1. Connect a MonitorLink/DVI cable from the TV back panel to the Mitsubishi HD Receiver/Controller back panel.
Operation Operation urning on the TV urning on the TV POWER 1. Plug the power cord into an active AC power outlet. 2. Press the (on/off) button located underneath the left side of the front panel/frame. The TV’s POWER/STANDBY indicator turns red and the TV is switched to standby mode. 3.
Channel Menu Options Channel Menu Options Auto Programming is used to memorize all the active channels in your area before you can use the TV. There are two ways of storing channels in the Tuner's memory. One is called AUTO PROGRAM and the other is called MANUAL PROGRAM. In AUTO PROGRAM mode, the TV will memorize the channels in ascending numerical order.
Picture Menu Options Picture Menu Options - PICTURE menu adjustments are unique to each input source. Readjust PICTURE menu settings for each input source as preferred. • RGB (PC) / DVI (PC), • RGB (DTV) / DVI (DTV) / Component (480p, 720p, 1080i) •...
Sound Menu Options Sound Menu Options Audio Mode Audio Mode - Audio Mode lets you enjoy the best sound without any special adjustment. - When adjusting sound options (treble, bass, and balance) manually, Audio Mode automatically changes Programmable 1. Press the TV MENU button and then use 2.
imer Menu Options imer Menu Options Auto Clock Setup Auto Clock Setup - The time is set automatically from the PBS broadcast signal. - The PBS channel signal includes information for the correct time and daylight savings time. 1. Press the TV MENU button and then use 2.
imer Menu Options continued imer Menu Options continued Auto Of Auto Of - If there is no input signal, Auto off can be set to turn the TV off automatically after 10 minutes. 1. Press the TV MENU button and then use 2.
Special Menu Options Special Menu Options Button Lock Button Lock - The TV can be set up so that it can only be used with the remote control. - This feature can be used to prevent unauthorized viewing by locking out the front panel controls.
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Special Menu Options continued Special Menu Options continued Closed Captions Closed Captions Closed captioning is a process which converts the audio portion of a television program into written words which then appear as sub- titles on the television screen. Closed captions allow viewers to read the dialogue and narration of television programs. Using Closed Captions Captions are the subtitles of the dialogue and narration of television programs.
Caption/T Caption/T 1. Press the TV MENU button and then use 2. Press the button and then use D / E 3. Press the button and then use D / E Your choices are: 4. Press the ENTER button to save. Captions Captions 1.
Screen Menu Options Screen Menu Options Auto Adjustment Auto Adjustment - RGB (PC) mode only; This function doesn’t work for RGB-DTV mode. - Automatically adjusts picture position and minimizes image shaking. are not active in DVI mode. Auto Adjust Manual Adjust 1.
Adjusting Horizontal/ V ertical Position Adjusting Horizontal/ V ertical Position - This function works in the following modes: RGB-PC, RGB-DTV (480p,720p,1080i), COMPONENT (480p,720p,1080i). 1. Press the TV MENU button and then use 2. Press the button and then use D / E D / E / F / G 3.
Screen Menu Options continued Screen Menu Options continued Luminance Noise Reduction (TV Luminance Noise Reduction (TV - Use YNR to reduce the picture noise that may appear on the screen. 1. Press the TV MENU button and then use 2. Press the button and then use D / E 3.
(Picture-In-Picture) Feature (Picture-In-Picture) Feature - PIP lets you view 2 different inputs (sources) on your TV at the same time. One source will be large, and the other source will show a smaller inset image. - PIP is not available if the lock on/off - You can also adjust the PIP features in the PIP menu (Except Swap function).
Sub Picture Size Adjustment Sub Picture Size Adjustment 1. Press the TV MENU button and then use D / E button to select menu. 2. Press the button and then use D / E button to select Win. Size. F / G 3.
Lock Menu Options Lock Menu Options Parental Control can be used to block specific channels, ratings and other viewing sources. The password will be required to gain access to Parental Control. The Parental Control Function (V-Chip) is used to block program viewing based on the ratings sent by the broadcasting station. The default setting is to allow all programs to be viewed.
Lock Menu Options continued Lock Menu Options continued Lock Setup Lock Setup - Select TV, Video (Rear), Video (Front), or S-video input source to use this function. 1. Press the TV MENU button and then use Then, press the button. •...
External Control Device Setup External Control Device Setup - Connect the MONITORLINK CONTROL/RS-232C input jack to an external control device (such as the Mitsubishi HD-5000 Receiver/Controller or an A/V control system) and control the TV’s functions externally. - Connect the serial port of the control device to the RS-232C jack on the TV back panel. - RS-232C connection cables are not supplied with the TV.
roubleshooting Checklist roubleshooting Checklist No picture & No sound Picture OK & No sound The remote control doesn’t work Picture appears slowly after switching on No or Poor color or Poor picture Horizontal/vertical bars or picture shaking • Check whether the TV is turned on. •...
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roubleshooting Checklist continued roubleshooting Checklist continued No output from one of the speakers Unusual sound from inside the TV Lines or streaks in picture Poor stereo sound Auto programming doesn’t stop Picture moves intermittently around the screen 46 Plasma TV •...
Television System Program Coverage Resolution Color Operating Temperature Range Operating Humidity Range • The specifications shown above may be changed without notice for quality improvement. PD-4225S TV w/ Speakers & Base 40 3/4" 49 5/8" 26" 27 5/8" 4 3/8"...
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Mitsubishi Plasma Display Panel Limited W arranty Mitsubishi Plasma Display Panel Limited W arranty MITSUBISHI DIGITAL ELECTRONICS AMERICA, INC. (“MDEA”) warrants to the original purchaser of this Plasma Display Panel that if purchased from an authorized MITSUBISHI Audio/Video Dealer, should it prove defective by reason of improper workman- ship and/or material: a.
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