Samsung P42H-2 manual

ii PDP DISPLAY quick start guide P42H-2[...]

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 groov[...]

PDP Display Manuals Quick Setup Guide Warranty Card (Not available in all loca- tions) User's Guide Cables Power Cord Others Remote Control Batteries (AAA X 2) (Not available in all loca- tions) Ferrite Core for Power Cord Sold separately D-Sub Cable DVI Cable Wall Mount KIT Semi Stand KIT Note • You can only connect one external box. Ferrit[...]

• The ferrite cores are used to shield the cables from interfer- ence. • When connecting a cable, open the ferrite core and clip it around the cable near the plug. 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[...]

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. Rear[...]

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)) AV / COMPONE[...]

Kensington Lock The Kensington Lock is a device used to physically fix the system when using it in a public place. The locking device has to be purchased separately. The appearance and locking method may differ from the illustra- tion depending on the manufacturer. Refer to the manual provided with the Kensington Lock for proper use. The locking de[...]

POWER OFF Number Buttons DEL button + VOL - MUTE TV/DTV MENU INFO Color Buttons TTX/MIX STILL AUTO S.MODE MDC LOCK SOURCE ENTER/PRE-CH CH/P D.MENU GUIDE RETURN Up-Down Left-Right buttons EXIT SRS MagicInfo P.MODE DUAL/MTS PIP SWAP 1. POWER Turns the product On. 2. Off Turns the product Off. 3. Number Buttons Press to change the channel. Introductio[...]

4. DEL button The "-" button operates only for DTV. It is used to select MMS (multi-channel) for a DTV. 5. + VOL - Adjusts the audio volume. 6. MUTE Pauses (mutes) the audio output temporarily. This is dis- played on the lower left corner of the screen. The audio resumes if MUTE or - VOL + is pressed in the Mute mode. 7. TV/DTV Selects th[...]

22. GUIDE Electronic Program Guide (EPG) display. 23. RETURN Returns to the previous menu. 24. Up-Down Left-Right but- tons Moves from one menu item to another horizontally, vertically or adjusts selected menu values. 25. EXIT Exits from the menu screen. 26. SRS Selects SRS TruSurround XT mode. 27. MagicInfo MagicInfo Quick Launch Button. 28. P.MOD[...]

Mechanical Layout (P42H-2) Mechanical Layout NETWORK MODEL SIZE Introduction[...]

PDP Display Head NETWORK MODEL SIZE Installation VESA Bracket • When installing VESA, make sure to comply with the international VESA standards. • Purchasing VESA Bracket and Installation Information : Please contact your nearest SAMSUNG Distributor to place an order. After your order is placed, installation profes- sionals will visit you and i[...]

Notice For securing the bracket on a wall, use only machine screws of 6 mm diameter and 8 to 12 mm length. 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 [...]

A - Captive Screw B - Wall Bracket C - Hinge (Left) D - Hinge (Right) 2. 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. A - Length between the two locking holes 3. C[...]

1. Remove the 4 screws on the back of the product. 2. 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. • Be careful when installing the product on the bracket as fingers can be caught in the holes. • Make sure the wall bracket i[...]

A - PDP Display B - Wall Bracket C - Wall Wall Bracket Angle Adjustment Adjust the bracket angle to -2° before installing it on the wall. 1. Fix the product to the wall bracket. 2. Hold the product at the top in the center and pull it forward (direction of the arrow) to adjust the angle. Note You can adjust the bracket angle between -2° and 15°.[...]

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. Note AV input devices such as DVD players, VCRs or camcor[...]

Note • 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 co[...]

Connecting to a Camcorder 1. 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. 2. Connect a video cable between the VIDEO OUTPUT jack on the camcorder and the AV IN[...]

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 • Connect a set of audio cables between the AUX L, R jacks on the AUDIO[...]

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 1. Turn off both your computer and the PDP Display. 2. Unplug the video cable from the back of the computer. 3. Turn on the PDP Display. The f[...]

• 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. 2) Maintaining the Flat Panel Display Screen. Clean with a soft cloth (cotton flannel) smoothly. • Never use acetone, benzene or thinner. ( They may cause flaws or deformation of[...]

A: 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. Q: The screen is blank and the power indicator is off. A: Ensure that the power cord is firmly connected and th[...]

Q: The screen color is inconsistent. A: Adjust color using Custom under OSD Color Adjustment menu. Q: The color image is distorted by dark shadows. A: Adjust color using Custom under OSD Color Adjustment menu. Q: The color white is poor. A: Adjust color using Custom under OSD Color Adjustment menu. Q: The Power Indicator blinks. A: The PDP Display [...]

A: Check if the batteries are empty. A: Check if the power is on. A: Check if the power cord is securely connected. A: Check if a special fluorescent or neon lamp is on in the vicinity. Q & A Q: How can I change the frequency? A: The frequency can be changed by reconfiguring the video card. Note That video card support can vary, depending on th[...]

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. Troubleshooting[...]