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Samsung SyncMaster P42H-2 Quick Start Manual

Samsung SyncMaster P42H-2 Quick Start Manual

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  • Page 1 PDP DISPLAY quick start guide P42H-2...

  • Page 2: Checking The Contents Of The Package

    Introduction Package Contents Note Please make sure the following items are included with your PDP Display. If any items are missing, contact your dealer. Contact a local dealer to buy optional items. Checking the Contents of the Package Remove the lock from the package box, as shown in the figure above. Lift up the package box by holding the grooves on both sides of the package...
  • Page 3 Manuals Quick Setup Guide (Not available in all loca- Cables Power Cord Others Remote Control (Not available in all loca- Sold separately D-Sub Cable Semi Stand KIT Note • You can only connect one external box. Ferrite Core (Power Cord) Introduction PDP Display Warranty Card...
  • Page 4 • • Your PDP Display Front SOURCE button [SOURCE] Switches from PC mode to Video mode. Changing the source is only al- lowed for external devices that are connected to the PDP Display at the time. [PC] → [DVI] → [AV] → [HDMI] → [Component] Enter button [ Activates a highlighted menu item.
  • Page 5 Shows PowerSaver mode by blinking green Note See PowerSaver described in the manual for further information regarding power saving functions. For energy conservation, turn your PDP Display OFF when it is not needed or when leaving it unattended for long periods. Remote Control Sensor Aim the remote control towards this spot on the PDP Display.
  • Page 6 Introduction RS232C OUT/IN (RS232C Serial PORT) MDC(Multiple Display Control) Program Port RGB/COMPONENT IN (PC Video Con- nection Terminal) Using a D-Sub Cable (15 pin D-Sub) - PC mode (Analog PC) DVI IN (PC Video Connection Terminal) Using a DVI Cable (DVI-D to DVI-D) - DVI mode (Digital PC) DVI / RGB IN (PC/DVI Audio Connection Terminal (Input))

  • Page 7: Remote Control

    Note See Connecting Cables for further information regarding cable connections. Remote Control Note The performance of the remote control may be affected by a TV or other electronic device operating near the PDP Display , causing a malfunction due to interference with the frequen- Introduction Kensington Lock The Kensington Lock is a device used to...
  • Page 8 POWER 3. Number Buttons Introduction POWER Number Buttons button + VOL - MUTE TV/DTV MENU INFO Color Buttons TTX/MIX STILL AUTO S.MODE LOCK SOURCE ENTER/PRE-CH CH/P D.MENU GUIDE RETURN Up-Down Left-Right buttons EXIT MagicInfo P.MODE DUAL/MTS SWAP Turns the product On. Turns the product Off.
  • Page 9 4. DEL button 5. + VOL - MUTE 7. TV/DTV MENU INFO 11. Color Buttons TTX/MIX 13. STILL 14. AUTO 15. S.MODE 16. MDC 17. LOCK SOURCE ENTER/PRE-CH CH/P 21. D.MENU Introduction The "-" button operates only for DTV. It is used to select MMS (multi-channel) for a DTV.
  • Page 10 22. GUIDE RETURN 24. Up-Down Left-Right but- tons EXIT 27. MagicInfo 28. P.MODE DUAL/MTS 30. PIP 31. SWAP Introduction Electronic Program Guide (EPG) display. Returns to the previous menu. Moves from one menu item to another horizontally, vertically or adjusts selected menu values. Exits from the menu screen.
  • Page 11 Introduction Mechanical Layout (P42H-2) Mechanical Layout NETWORK MODEL SIZE...

  • Page 12: Network Model Size

    • At least 2 persons are needed in order to move the PDP Display. • SAMSUNG is not responsible for any product damage or any injury caused by installation at customer's discretion. Dimensions Introduction...

  • Page 13: Wall Bracket Installation

    • Contact a technician for installing the wall bracket. • SAMSUNG Electronics is not responsible for any damages to the product or harm to customers when the installation is done by the customer. • This product is for installing on cement walls. The product may not stay in place when installed on plaster or wood.

  • Page 14: To Mount The Product On The Wall Bracket

    Before drilling into the wall, check if the length between the two locking holes at the back of the product is correct. If the length is too short or long, loosen all or some of the 4screws on the wall bracket to adjust the length.
  • Page 15 Remove the 4 screws on the back of the product. Insert the screw B into the plastic hanger. Notice • Mount the product on the wall bracket and make sure it is properly fixed to the left and right plastic hangers. •...

  • Page 16: Wall Bracket Angle Adjustment

    Wall Bracket Angle Adjustment Adjust the bracket angle to -2° before installing it on the wall. Fix the product to the wall bracket. Hold the product at the top in the center and pull it forward (direction of the arrow) to adjust the angle.

  • Page 17: Connecting A Computer

    Connections Connecting a Computer Using a Power cord with Earth • In the event of failure, the earth lead may cause electric shock. Make sure to wire the earth lead in correctly, before connecting the AC power. When un-wiring the earth lead, make sure to disconnect the AC power in advance.

  • Page 18: Connecting Av Devices

    Turn on both your computer and the PDP Display. • The DVI cable is optional. • Contact a local SAMSUNG Electronics Service Center to buy optional items. Connecting to Other devices Using a Power cord with Earth • In the event of failure, the earth lead may cause electric shock. Make sure to wire the earth lead in correctly, before connecting the AC power.

  • Page 19: Connecting To A Camcorder

    Connecting to a Camcorder Locate the AV output jacks on the camcorder. They are usually found on the side or back of the camcorder. Connect a set of audio cables between the AUDIO OUTPUT jacks on the camcorder and the AV AUDIO IN [L-AUDIO-R] on the PDP Display. Connect a video cable between the VIDEO OUTPUT jack on the camcorder and the AV IN [VIDEO] on the PDP Display.

  • Page 20: Connecting Using A Dvi To Hdmi Cable

    Connecting Using a DVI to HDMI Cable Note • Connect the DVI output terminal of a digital output device to the DVI IN terminal of the PDP Display using a DVI cable. • Set the name of DVI input to AV device in Source -> Edit Name Menu. Connecting to an Audio System Note •...

  • Page 21: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Self-Test Feature Check Note Check the following items yourself before calling for assistance. Contact a Service Center for problems that you cannot solve by yourself. Self-Test Feature Check Turn off both your computer and the PDP Display. Unplug the video cable from the back of the computer. Turn on the PDP Display.

  • Page 22: Symptoms And Recommended Actions

    • Do not use benzene, thinner or other flammable sub- stances, or a wet cloth. • We recommend that a SAMSUNG cleansing agent is used to prevent damage to the screen. • Never use acetone, benzene or thinner. (They may cause flaws or deformation of the screen surface.)

  • Page 23: Problems Related To The Screen

    Check if the signal cable between the computer and the PDP Display is securely con- nected. (Refer to Connecting a Computer) Problems related to the Screen Note Problems related to the PDP Display screen and their solutions are listed. The screen is blank and the power indicator is off. Ensure that the power cord is firmly connected and the PDP Display is on.

  • Page 24: Problems Related To Audio

    The screen color is inconsistent. Adjust color using Custom under OSD Color Adjustment menu. The color image is distorted by dark shadows. Adjust color using Custom under OSD Color Adjustment menu. The color white is poor. Adjust color using Custom under OSD Color Adjustment menu. The Power Indicator blinks.
  • Page 25 Check if the batteries are empty. Check if the power is on. Check if the power cord is securely connected. Check if a special fluorescent or neon lamp is on in the vicinity. Q & A How can I change the frequency? The frequency can be changed by reconfiguring the video card.
  • Page 26 Troubleshooting Note Before calling for assistance, check the information in this section to see if you can remedy any problems yourself. If you do need assistance, please call the phone number on the In- formation section or contact your dealer.

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