Haier P42A9-AKS Owner's Manual
Haier P42A9-AKS Owner's Manual

Haier P42A9-AKS Owner's Manual

Haier plasma tv owner's manual

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PLASMA TV
OWNER`S MANUAL
MODEL :
S
P42A9-AK
Please READ this manual carefully before
operating your TV, and retain it for future
reference.

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  • Page 1 PLASMA TV OWNER`S MANUAL MODEL : P42A9-AK Please READ this manual carefully before operating your TV, and retain it for future reference.
  • Page 2: Warning

    Congratulations on your purchase, and welcome to the family ! Dear Haier product owner: Thank you for your confidence in Haier. You`ve selected one of the best-built, best-backed products available today. We`ll do everything in our power to keep you happy with your purchase for many years to come.
  • Page 3: Important Safety Instructions

    Important 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 electrical 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.
  • Page 4 Important Safety Instructions a. When the power supply cord or plug is damaged or frayed. b. If liquid has been spilled, or objects have been fallen into the unit. c. If the unit has been exposed to rain or water. d.
  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Warning Important Safety Instructions... Accessories buttons and interface location... Front control panel Rear control panel... Remote controller Keys of remote controller Function introduction Effective range External Equipment Connections ... Operation Set up your TV... Switching ON/OFF the TV set... Choose the Menu Language...
  • Page 6: Buttons And Interface Location

    Buttons and interface location -This is a simplified representation of front panel. -Here shown may be somewhat different from your TV. Front control panel - CH + Buttons and functions 1 Channel number increase and decrease. 2 Volume decrease: for lowering the volume or adjusting the menu. Volume increase: for enhancing the volume or adjusting the menu.
  • Page 7: Rear Control Panel

    Buttons and interface location USB Socket VIDEO Input Connects the video signal from a video device. AUDIO Input connect to hear stereo sound from an external device. Switch power on/off Power Cord Socket This TV operates on AC power. The voltage is indicated on the specifications page.
  • Page 8: Remote Controller

    Remote controller Inserting Batteries .Slide open the cover of the battery compartment on the back of the remote controller. Precautions As strong light may interfere the signals, change your position to operate the remote controller if the television cannot be turned on or off as you expect.
  • Page 9: Keys Of Remote Controller

    Keys of remote controller - The remote controller cannot be operated unless the batteries are properly loaded. - When using the remote control, aim it at the remote control sensor on the TV. Function introduction STILL Picture static SLEEP Displaying sleep time, adjustable MUTE Switches the sound on or off...
  • Page 10: Effective Range

    Remote controller Effective range left Ensure the remote controller is pointed toward the remote controller window on the display. No obstacles should be placed between the remote controller and the remote controller window. The effective receiving scope for the signal is 8 meters to the front of the remote controller window, and 45 to the left or right side and 20 above or below the control window.
  • Page 11: External Equipment Connections

    External Equipment Connections Antenna Connection Generally speaking, to enjoy a clearer picture, we recommend that you use a CATV system or an outdoor antenna .In different places, the suitable antenna type and position are different. outdoor Mixer antenna additional purchase Antenna input 75 standard coaxial type...
  • Page 12: External Equipment Connection

    External Equipment Connection NOTE: All cables shown are not included with the TV. Choose Your Connection There are several ways to connect your television, depending on the components you want to connect and the quality of the signal you want to achieve. The following are examples of some ways to connect your TV.
  • Page 13: Dvd Connection

    External Equipment Connections DVD connection How to connect . Connect the DVD video outputs (Y, Pb/Cb, Pr/Cr) to the YUV IN jacks on the TV and connect the DVD audio outputs to the AUDIO IN jacks on the TV, as shown in the figure.
  • Page 14: Pc Connection

    External Equipment Connections PC connection How to connect . To get the best picture quality, adjust the PC graphics card to (>1024 x768),60Hz. . Use the TV`s VGA connections, depending on your PC connector. If the graphic card on the PC does not output analog and digital RGB simultaneously, connect only one of eitherVGA to display the PC on the...
  • Page 15 External Equipment Connections - The following chart illustrates only, please with your kind is purchased. Connect Loudhailer 1. Face the PDP screen upside down on a clean blanket or a bracket and pay attention not to indent the casing. Lay the two speaker aside of the PDP.
  • Page 16: Connecting Headphones

    External Equipment Connections Connecting Headphones You can connect a set of headphones to your set if you wish to watch a TV programme without disturbing the other people in the room. SWITCH AC-INPUT ANT IN Power source AC Outlet Wider Hole and Blade Polarized AC Cord Plug Plug a set of headphones into the 3.5mm...
  • Page 17: Set Up Your Tv

    Set up your TV -There are several options you might need to set up in order for your TV to work properly. Read the instructions that follow. -In the manual, the OSD(on screen display) may be different from your TV`s, because it is just an example to help you with the TV operation.
  • Page 18: Select Input Modes

    Select input modes MUTE STILL SLEEP DISPLAY SCAN ABC@ GHI$ JKL% POR& STUV WXYZ *#() TV/AV SWAP P.STD S.STD VOL- MENU VOL+ H.LOCK CH.LIST TIMER ZOOM EXIT Choose the input source If you hope to enjoy the picture from the external input source, before to select the source, you need to connect the devices, otherwise, when you select the source, the none or no signal will appears on the...
  • Page 19: Tuning Menu

    Tuning menu This TV set has three methods to set channels, which are respectively full automatic, manual search fine tune. In this section, how to use the remote control to set channel is explained. You can also use buttons on the TV set to set channel. Full automatic search mode MUTE STILL...
  • Page 20: Program Table

    Tuning menu MUTE STILL SLEEP DISPLAY SCAN ABC@ GHI$ JKL% POR& STUV WXYZ *#() TV/AV SWAP P.STD S.STD VOL- MENU VOL+ H.LOCK CH.LIST TIMER ZOOM EXIT Program Table Press MENU button and then CH+/- button, the icon to TUNING menu. Press VOL+/- button to enter submenu, and press CH+/- button to select...
  • Page 21: Manual Search

    Tuning menu MUTE STILL SLEEP DISPLAY SCAN ABC@ GHI$ JKL% POR& STUV WXYZ *#() TV/AV SWAP P.STD S.STD VOL- MENU VOL+ H.LOCK CH.LIST TIMER ZOOM EXIT Manual search If excessive channel signals of unwanted programs are received in local area, manual search function is recommended.
  • Page 22: Fine Tuning

    Tuning menu MUTE STILL DISPLAY SCAN SLEEP ABC@ GHI$ JKL% POR& STUV WXYZ *#() TV/AV SWAP P.STD S.STD VOL- MENU VOL+ H.LOCK CH.LIST TIMER ZOOM EXIT Fine Tuning If the picture and/or sound are poor, try using the FINE TUNING feature. Do not use this feature unless reception is poor.
  • Page 23: How To Select The Desired Program

    Tuning menu You can watch TV program in a presetting channel. MUTE STILL SLEEP DISPLAY SCAN ABC@ GHI$ JKL% POR& STUV WXYZ *#() TV/AV SWAP P.STD S.STD VOL- MENU VOL+ H.LOCK CH.LIST TIMER ZOOM EXIT How to select the desired program Using "Program number"...
  • Page 24: Edit Name

    Tuning menu MUTE STILL SLEEP DISPLAY SCAN ABC@ GHI$ JKL% POR& STUV WXYZ *#() TV/AV SWAP P.STD S.STD VOL- MENU VOL+ H.LOCK CH.LIST TIMER ZOOM EXIT If the colour of some channel is abnormal Usually this should be set in the auto position. However if the colour displayed on the screen are incorrect, you can manually select the correct colour system.
  • Page 25: Skip

    Tuning menu MUTE STILL DISPLAY SCAN SLEEP ABC@ GHI$ JKL% POR& STUV WXYZ *#() TV/AV SWAP P.STD S.STD VOL- MENU VOL+ H.LOCK CH.LIST TIMER ZOOM EXIT Skip After the programs are presetting, you can skip some programs so that to select your favorite channels only. .
  • Page 26: Picture Menu

    Picture menu MUTE STILL SLEEP DISPLAY SCAN ABC@ GHI$ JKL% POR& STUV WXYZ *#() TV/AV SWAP P.STD S.STD VOL- MENU VOL+ H.LOCK CH.LIST TIMER ZOOM EXIT How to select picture modes You can quickly select the desired picture mode from three preset modes and one customized mode.
  • Page 27: Noise Reduction

    Picture menu MUTE STILL DISPLAY SCAN SLEEP ABC@ GHI$ JKL% POR& STUV WXYZ *#() TV/AV SWAP P.STD S.STD VOL- MENU VOL+ H.LOCK CH.LIST TIMER ZOOM EXIT Noise Reduction Automatically filters out and reduces the image noise and improves picture quality when receiving weak video signals.
  • Page 28: Sound Menu

    Sound menu MUTE STILL DISPLAY SCAN SLEEP ABC@ GHI$ JKL% POR& STUV WXYZ *#() TV/AV SWAP P.STD S.STD VOL- MENU VOL+ H.LOCK CH.LIST TIMER ZOOM EXIT To choose sound modes You can quickly select the desired sound mode from three preset modes and one customized mode. Press the S.STD button to call up Audio mode menu, and press CH+/- button to select the...
  • Page 29: Setting Five Equalizer Sound

    Sound menu MUTE STILL SLEEP DISPLAY SCAN ABC@ GHI$ JKL% POR& STUV WXYZ *#() TV/AV SWAP P.STD S.STD VOL- MENU VOL+ H.LOCK CH.LIST TIMER ZOOM EXIT Setting Five Equalizer sound The sound settings can be adjusted to suit your personal preferences. Press MENU button and then CH+/- button to select AUDIO menu.
  • Page 30: Setting The Auto Volume

    Sound menu MUTE STILL SLEEP DISPLAY SCAN ABC@ GHI$ JKL% POR& STUV WXYZ *#() TV/AV SWAP P.STD S.STD VOL- MENU VOL+ H.LOCK CH.LIST TIMER ZOOM EXIT Setting the Auto Volume Each broadcasting station has its own signal conditions, and so it is not easy for you to adjust the volume every time the channel is changed.
  • Page 31: Timer Menu

    Timer menu MUTE STILL SLEEP DISPLAY SCAN ABC@ GHI$ JKL% POR& STUV WXYZ *#() TV/AV SWAP P.STD S.STD VOL- MENU VOL+ H.LOCK CH.LIST TIMER ZOOM EXIT NOTE: .If Timer option is setting, the time you set for Time Off/Time On will be a point of time.
  • Page 32: On/Off Time\Timer On Prog\Timer Prog

    Timer menu You can set the On/Off timers so that the set will : Switch on automatically and tune to the channel of your choice at the time you select. Switch off automatically at the time you select. MUTE STILL SLEEP DISPLAY SCAN...
  • Page 33: Function Menu

    Function menu It is possible to select language, OSD transparent, position and screen display of the menu as follows: MUTE STILL DISPLAY SCAN SLEEP ABC@ GHI$ JKL% POR& STUV WXYZ *#() TV/AV SWAP P.STD S.STD VOL- MENU VOL+ H.LOCK CH.LIST TIMER ZOOM EXIT...
  • Page 34: Calendar Display And Check

    Function menu MUTE STILL SLEEP DISPLAY SCAN ABC@ GHI$ JKL% POR& STUV WXYZ *#() TV/AV SWAP P.STD S.STD VOL- MENU VOL+ H.LOCK CH.LIST TIMER ZOOM EXIT Function setup (continue) Calendar display and check Repeat step 3 and 4 to enter Calendar menu as follows: Sun.
  • Page 35: Adjust Menu

    Adjust menu MUTE STILL DISPLAY SCAN SLEEP ABC@ GHI$ JKL% POR& STUV WXYZ *#() TV/AV SWAP P.STD S.STD VOL- MENU VOL+ H.LOCK CH.LIST TIMER ZOOM EXIT Note: Under the HDTV VGA and DVI signal, there are only Normal and 4:3 mode to adjust. To choose picture aspect ratio Using ZOOM...
  • Page 36: H-Position And V-Position Adjust

    Adjust menu In PC and HDMI/DVI input mode, H-Position and V-Position can be adjusted to eliminate transverse line interference and decentered picture as follows: MUTE STILL DISPLAY SCAN SLEEP ABC@ GHI$ JKL% POR& STUV WXYZ *#() TV/AV SWAP P.STD S.STD VOL- MENU VOL+...
  • Page 37: Rgb/Default/Auto Sync

    Adjust menu MUTE STILL DISPLAY SCAN SLEEP ABC@ GHI$ JKL% POR& STUV WXYZ *#() TV/AV SWAP P.STD S.STD VOL- MENU VOL+ H.LOCK CH.LIST TIMER ZOOM EXIT RGB/Default/Auto Sync 1) RGB is opted for adjustment of the numerical value of red, green and blue in PC,HDMI/DVI mode.
  • Page 38: Lock Setup

    Lock setup The television has the function of security default lock. Password needs to be entered when the program lock mode is to be set. MUTE STILL DISPLAY SLEEP SCAN ABC@ GHI$ JKL% POR& STUV WXYZ *#() TV/AV SWAP P.STD S.STD VOL- MENU...
  • Page 39: Prog Num

    Lock setup MUTE STILL SLEEP DISPLAY SCAN ABC@ GHI$ JKL% POR& STUV WXYZ *#() TV/AV SWAP P.STD S.STD VOL- MENU VOL+ H.LOCK CH.LIST TIMER ZOOM EXIT Tuner Lock Press CH+/- to select Tuner Lock and VOL+/- to set On/ Off. (To set On, some operation such as search will be not available.
  • Page 40: Child Lock

    Lock setup MUTE STILL SLEEP DISPLAY SCAN ABC@ GHI$ JKL% POR& STUV WXYZ *#() TV/AV SWAP P.STD S.STD VOL- MENU VOL+ H.LOCK CH.LIST TIMER ZOOM EXIT Child Lock Press CH+/- button to select Child Lock. Press VOL+/- button to set On or Off mode. If lock on mode is set, Child Lock is in activated automatically.
  • Page 41: Picture In Picture

    Picture in Picture MUTE STILL SLEEP DISPLAY SCAN ABC@ GHI$ JKL% POR& STUV WXYZ *#() TV/AV SWAP P.STD S.STD VOL- MENU VOL+ H.LOCK CH.LIST TIMER ZOOM EXIT NOTE: If to use PIP function, you need to select one of two in main picture source and available sub picture source;...
  • Page 42: Other Functions

    Others functions MUTE STILL SLEEP DISPLAY SCAN ABC@ GHI$ JKL% POR& STUV WXYZ *#() TV/AV SWAP P.STD S.STD VOL- MENU VOL+ H.LOCK CH.LIST TIMER ZOOM EXIT NICAM If the broadcaster is transmitting Bilingual sound service. The button on the remote controller will allow up to 2 separate languages to be selected.
  • Page 43: Others Functions

    Others functions Note: The ON TIME setup and the SLEEP setup is absolute one another. MUTE STILL SLEEP DISPLAY SCAN ABC@ GHI$ JKL% POR& STUV WXYZ *#() TV/AV SWAP P.STD S.STD VOL- MENU VOL+ H.LOCK CH.LIST TIMER ZOOM EXIT Sleep The TV set will switch automatically to standby at the preset time with the SLEEP time on.
  • Page 44: Teletext Functions

    Teletext functions Teletext is an information system, broadcast by certain channels, which can be read like a newspaper . It also provides subtitles for people with hearing difficulties or those who are unfamiliar with the language in which a particular programme is being broadcast (cable networks, satellite channels, etc.).
  • Page 45 Teletext functions (MIX) While in Teletext mode press the superimposed on top of the TV picture. Press the button again to revert back to Full text. (HOLD) Pressing the button will stop the teletext page automatically updating. This feature is very useful where there are several teletext pages or data on the same page number.
  • Page 46: Stream Media Broadcast System

    Stream media broadcast system Stream media play prepare 1. Supporting equipment 1.Equipment supporting Mass and Storage agreements include USB, mobile hard disk, card reader, some MP3 and digital camera. 2 . E q u i p m e n t s u p p o r t i n g P T P agreement includes some digital camera.
  • Page 47 - Do not subject the card to excessive pressure or strong impacts. - Malfunctions of the unit or card may result in data loss or damage to the card. - Haier shall not accept any liability for damage or loss of stored data. Warning: Memory cards can be swallowed by young children.
  • Page 48 Stream media broadcast system MUTE STILL SLEEP DISPLAY SCAN ABC@ GHI$ JKL% POR& STUV WXYZ *#() TV/AV SWAP P.STD S.STD VOL- MENU VOL+ H.LOCK CH.LIST TIMER ZOOM EXIT Note: If on operating, the saver will appears on the screen. To start the media play .
  • Page 49 Stream media broadcast system MUTE STILL SLEEP DISPLAY SCAN ABC@ GHI$ JKL% POR& STUV WXYZ *#() TV/AV SWAP P.STD S.STD VOL- MENU VOL+ H.LOCK CH.LIST TIMER ZOOM EXIT Note: the play file menu are different with your USB devices. To select stream media broadcast system Press button to select "Card"or "USB".
  • Page 50 Stream media broadcast system MUTE STILL SLEEP DISPLAY SCAN ABC@ GHI$ JKL% POR& STUV WXYZ *#() TV/AV SWAP P.STD S.STD VOL- MENU VOL+ H.LOCK CH.LIST TIMER ZOOM EXIT To enjoy music . Press button to select " Music" option. . Press button to enter play menu.
  • Page 51 Stream media broadcast system To play Movie . Press "Movie" option. . Press MUTE STILL menu. SLEEP DISPLAY SCAN . Press again ABC@ select desired music, and GHI$ JKL% press again POR& STUV WXYZ *#() TV/AV SWAP 4. On display, press P.STD S.STD to select in turn:...
  • Page 52 Stream media broadcast system MUTE STILL SLEEP DISPLAY SCAN ABC@ GHI$ JKL% POR& STUV WXYZ *#() TV/AV SWAP P.STD S.STD VOL- MENU VOL+ H.LOCK CH.LIST TIMER ZOOM EXIT To select the Music and PIC item . Press button to select "Music and PIC"...
  • Page 53 Stream media broadcast system MUTE STILL SLEEP DISPLAY SCAN ABC@ GHI$ JKL% POR& STUV WXYZ *#() TV/AV SWAP P.STD S.STD VOL- MENU VOL+ H.LOCK CH.LIST TIMER ZOOM EXIT Note: button to select the all files; button to cancel. Copy file function .
  • Page 54 Stream media broadcast system MUTE STILL SLEEP DISPLAY SCAN ABC@ GHI$ JKL% POR& STUV WXYZ *#() TV/AV SWAP P.STD S.STD VOL- MENU VOL+ H.LOCK CH.LIST TIMER ZOOM EXIT To select language . Press button to select "SETUP " item. . Press button to enter the SETUP menu, .and press again...
  • Page 55: Maintenance

    Maintenance - Early malfunctions can be prevented. Careful and regular cleaning can extend the amount of time you will have your new TV. Be sure to turn the power off and unplug the power cord before you begin any cleaning. Cleaning the Screen .
  • Page 56: Specifications And Functions

    Specifications and functions Type Viewing angle Screen Diagonal Color system Sound system TV/VIDEO Video input DTV YCbCr YPbPr Sound UPO Power Dimensions (WxHxD) mm (With stand Power consumption Standby consumption Condition P42A9-AK PLASMA DISPLAY PANEL >170 (H)/170 (V) PAL, SECAM, NTSC-M D/K I B/G M SCART (CVBS, Y/C, RGB), YCbCr 480i/p, 576i/p, 720p, 1080i...
  • Page 57: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting For the sake of time and cost, it is strongly recommended that you check out the problem by yourself according to the instructions listed hereunder before contacting the after-sales service for technical assistance. No picture, no sound Blank screen No sound Poor sound No picture in some...
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