BN68-01042A-00Eng_0316 3/16/06 9:56 AM Page 1 PDP-TELEVISION (PLASMA DISPLAY PANEL) Owner’s Instructions Before operating the unit, please read this manual thoroughly, and retain it for future reference. ON-SCREEN MENUS Picture In Picture (PIP) Energy Saving TELETEXT (Option) SRS TruSurroundXT Digital Natural Image engine This device is a Class B digital apparatus. Register your product at www.samsung.
BN68-01042A-00Eng_0316 3/16/06 9:56 AM Page 2 User Instructions ◆ Screen Image retention Do not display a still image (such as on a video game or when hooking up a PC to this PDP) on the plasma monitor panel for more than 2 hours as it can cause screen image retention. This image retention is also known as “screen burn”. To avoid such image retention, reduce the degree of brightness and contrast of the screen when displaying a still image.
n nt d BN68-01042A-00Eng_0316 3/16/06 9:56 AM Page 3 Contents ◆ GENERAL INFORMATION ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ User Instructions ................................................................................................... Checking Parts...................................................................................................... Control Panel ........................................................................................................ Connection Panel....................................
BN68-01042A-00Eng_0316 3/16/06 9:56 AM Page 4 Control Panel ➢ The product colour and shape may vary depending on the model. Œ SOURCE Displays a menu of all of the available input sources (TV, Ext.1, Ext.2, AV, S-Video, Component, PC, HDMI). Front (or Side) Panel PS-42E7H/PS-42E7S ´ MENU Press to see the on-screen menu of your TV’s features. + ˇ Press to decrease or increase the volume. In the on-screen menu, use the + buttons as you use the œ and √ buttons on the remote control. ¨ C/P.
BN68-01042A-00Eng_0316 3/16/06 9:56 AM Page 5 Connection Panel ➢ The product colour and shape may vary depending on the model. Rear Panel ∏ Œ or ” Cable Television Network . ns or Ø ˇ ˆ ´ ¨ ☛ Whenever you connect an audio or video system to your set, ensure that all elements are switched off. ☛ When connecting an external device, match the colour of the connection terminal to the cable. Œ ANT IN VHF/UHF (75Ω) - 75Ω Coaxial connector for Aerial/Cable Network.
BN68-01042A-00Eng_0316 3/16/06 9:56 AM Page 6 Using the Stand-Base ➢ ➢ Two or more people should carry the PDP. Never lay the PDP on the floor because of possible damage to the screen. Always keep the PDP upright. PS-42E7H/PS-42E7S Pull the folded stand in the direction of the arrow.
BN68-01042A-00Eng_0316 3/16/06 9:56 AM Page 7 Installing Batteries in the Remote Control 1 Lift the cover at the back of the remote control upward as shown in the figure. 2 Install two AAA size batteries. ➢ Make sure to match the “+” and “–” ends of the batteries with the diagram inside the compartment. 3 ➢ Close the cover as shown in the figure. Remove the batteries and store them in a cool, dry place if you won’t be using the remote control for a long time.
BN68-01042A-00Eng_0316 3/16/06 9:56 AM Page 8 Viewing the Menus TV Input Source List Edit Name Move 1 Press the MENU ( ) button. The main menu is displayed on the screen. Its left side has five icons: Input, Picture, Sound, Channel, and Setup. 2 Press the … or † button to select one of the icons. ) button to access the icon’s sub-menu. Press the ENTER ( 3 Press the … or † button to move to items in the menu. ) button to enter items in the menu.
. BN68-01042A-00Eng_0316 3/16/06 9:56 AM Page 9 Plug & Play Feature When the television is initially powered on, several basic customer settings proceed automatically and subsequently. The following settings are available. 1 2 3 Plug & Play If the television is in standby mode, press the POWER ( ) button on the remote control. The message to start Plug & Play is displayed. Start Plug & Play The Language menu will automatically appear after several seconds.
BN68-01042A-00Eng_0316 3/16/06 9:56 AM Page 10 Viewing an External Signal Source TV You can switch between viewing signal from connected equipment, such as a VCR, DVD, Set-Top Box, and the TV source (broadcast or cable). Input Source List Edit Name Move TV : TV Enter Return Source List TV Ext.1 Ext.2 AV S-Video Component PC HDMI Move : : : : : : : 1 Press the MENU ( ) button to display the menu. 2 Press the ENTER ( ) button to select Source List. 3 Press the ENTER ( ) button again.
BN68-01042A-00Eng_0316 3/16/06 9:56 AM Page 11 Storing Channels Automatically You can scan for the frequency ranges available to you (availability depends on your country). Automatically allocated programme numbers may not correspond to actual or desired programme numbers. However you can sort numbers manually and clear any channels you do not wish to watch. 1 Press the MENU ( 2 Press the … or † button to select Channel, then press the ENTER ( ) button to display the menu.
BN68-01042A-00Eng_0316 3/16/06 9:56 AM Page 12 Storing Channels Manually You can store television channels, including those received via cable networks. When storing channels manually, you can choose: ◆ Whether or not to store each of the channels found. ◆ The programme number of each stored channel which you wish to identify.
BN68-01042A-00Eng_0316 3/16/06 9:56 AM Page 13 Adding / Locking Channels Using the Channel Manager, you can conveniently lock or add channels. 1 Press the MENU ( TV ) button to display the menu. 2 Press the … or † button to select Channel, then press the ENTER ( 3 Press the … or † button to select Channel Manager, then press the ENTER ( ) button. ) button. Move ◆ Adding channels Using the Channel Manager, you can add channels.
BN68-01042A-00Eng_0316 3/16/06 9:56 AM Page 14 Sorting the Stored Channels TV This operation allows you to change the programme numbers of stored channels. This operation may be necessary after using auto store. Channel Country : Belgium Auto Store Manual Store Channel Manager Sort Name Fine Tune Move TV Enter Return Sort Prog. Ch. Press the MENU ( ) button to display the menu.
BN68-01042A-00Eng_0316 3/16/06 9:56 AM Page 15 Fine Tuning Channel Reception If the reception is clear, you do not have to fine tune the channel, as this is done automatically during the search and store operation. If the signal is weak or distorted, you may have to fine tune the channel manually. 1 Press the MENU ( 2 Press the … or † button to select Channel, then press the ENTER ( button. 3 Press the … or † button to select Fine Tune, then press the ENTER ( button. on. n.
BN68-01042A-00Eng_0316 3/16/06 9:56 AM Page 16 Changing the Picture Standard You can select the type of picture which best corresponds to your viewing requirements. TV Picture Mode Size Digital NR DNIe Demo PIP : Dynamic : Auto Wide : On : Off Move TV Enter Return 1 Press the MENU ( ) button to display the menu. 2 Press the … or † button to select Picture, then press the ENTER ( button.
BN68-01042A-00Eng_0316 3/16/06 9:56 AM Page 17 Selecting the Picture Size You can select the picture size which best corresponds to your viewing requirements. 1 Press the MENU ( 2 Press the … or † button to select Picture, then press the ENTER ( button. TV ) button to display the menu. ) 3 Press the … or † button to select Size, then press the ENTER ( 4 Select the required option by pressing the … or † button, then press the ENTER ( ) button. ) button.
BN68-01042A-00Eng_0316 3/16/06 9:56 AM Page 18 Viewing the Picture in Picture (PIP) You can display a sub picture within the main picture. In this way you can watch TV program or monitor the video input from any connected devices. TV Picture Mode Size Digital NR DNIe Demo PIP Move TV : Dynamic : 16:9 : On : Off Enter 1 Press the MENU ( 2 Press the … or † button to select Picture, then press the ENTER ( button.
BN68-01042A-00Eng_0316 3/16/06 9:56 AM Page 19 Sound Features 1 TV ) button to display the menu. 2 Press the … or † button to select Sound, then press the ENTER ( 3 Select the required option by pressing the … or † button, then press the ENTER ( ) button. 4 When you are satisfied with your setting, press the ENTER ( 5 Press the EXIT button to exit. ) button. : Custom : Off : Off : Off Move ) button.
BN68-01042A-00Eng_0316 3/16/06 9:56 AM Page 20 Time Features TV Setup Plug & Play Language Time Game Mode Blue Screen Melody PC More Move TV : English : Off : Off : Off Enter 1 Press the MENU ( 2 Press the … or † button to select Setup, then press the ENTER ( ) button. 3 Press the … or † button to select Time, then press the ENTER ( ) button. 4 Select the required option by pressing the … or † button, then press the ENTER ( ) button.
on. n. ons n. n. y BN68-01042A-00Eng_0316 3/16/06 9:56 AM Page 21 Language / Blue Screen / Melody / Energy Saving 1 2 3 Press the MENU ( TV ) button to display the menu. Press the … or † button to select Setup, then press the ENTER ( ) button. Select the required option by pressing the … or † button, then press the ENTER ( ) button.
BN68-01042A-00Eng_0316 3/16/06 9:56 AM Page 22 Screen Burn Protection TV To reduce the possibility of screen burn, this unit is equipped with screen burn prevention technology. This technology enables you to set picture movement up/down (Vertical Line) and side to side (Horizontal Dot). The Time setting allows you to program the time between movement of the picture in minutes.
s on. BN68-01042A-00Eng_0316 3/16/06 9:56 AM Page 23 Setting up Your PC Software (Based on Windows XP) The Windows display-settings for a typical computer are shown below. But the actual screens on your PC will probably be different, depending upon your particular version of Windows and your particular video card. But even if your actual screens look different, the same, basic set-up information will apply in almost all cases. (If not, contact your computer manufacturer or Samsung Dealer.
BN68-01042A-00Eng_0316 3/16/06 9:56 AM Page 24 Input Mode (PC) Both screen position and size will vary depending on the type of PC monitor and its resolution. The table below shows all of the display modes that are supported: Video Signal Resolution (Dot X Line) Vertical frequency (Hz) Horizontal frequency (kHz) Vertical polarity Horizontal polarity 640 x 350 720 x 400 70.086 70.087 59.940 70.000 72.809 75.000 56.250 60.317 70.000 72.188 75.000 60.000 74.769 60.004 70.069 72.000 75.029 31.
BN68-01042A-00Eng_0316 3/16/06 9:56 AM Page 25 Setting the PC ➢ Preset to the PC mode by pressing the SOURCE ( 1 Press the MENU ( TV ) button. ) button to display the menu. 2 Press the … or † button to select Setup, then press the ENTER ( 3 Press the … or † button to select PC, then press the ENTER ( 4 Select the required option by pressing the … or † button, then press the ENTER ( ) button. Setup Plug & Play Language Time Game Mode Blue Screen Melody PC More ) button. ) button.
BN68-01042A-00Eng_0316 3/16/06 9:56 AM Page 26 Teletext Feature (depending on the model) Most television stations provide written information services via teletext. The index page of the teletext service gives you information on how to use the service. In addition, you can select various options to suit your requirements by using the remote control buttons. ☛ Œ For teletext information to be displayed correctly, channel reception must be stable.
BN68-01042A-00Eng_0316 3/16/06 9:56 AM Page 27 Teletext Feature (depending on the model) The teletext pages are organized according to six categories: Part A B C D E F ➢ ➢ Contents Selected page number. Broadcasting channel identity. Current page number or search indications. Date and time. Text. Status information. FASTEXT information.
BN68-01042A-00Eng_0316 3/16/06 9:56 AM Page 28 How to Install the Wall Mount Bracket ➢ This installation guide may be different from the PDP User’s manual. Please refer to the proper installation guide for your product. Installation Notes ◆ 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.
s o BN68-01042A-00Eng_0316 3/16/06 9:56 AM Page 29 How to Install the Wall Mount Bracket 3 Tighten the screws of the plastic hanger (shown in picture 2) to the back side of the PDP. 4 Remove the Safety Pins. Fasten the 4 plastic latches assembled at step (#) on the back side of the PDP using the guide holes of the wall mount, push (!) and hook (@) down to secure the PDP on the wall mount as illustrated. Secure the PDP by inserting the Safety Pins, not to fall from the wall mount.
BN68-01042A-00Eng_0316 3/16/06 9:56 AM Page 30 Troubleshooting Before contacting the Samsung after-sales service, perform the following simple checks. If you cannot solve the problem using the instructions below, note the model and serial number of the television and contact your local dealer. No sound or picture ◆ Check that the mains lead has been connected to a wall socket.
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BN68-01042A-00Eng_0316 3/16/06 9:56 AM Page 32 Correct Disposal of This Product (Waste Electrical & Electronic Equipment) (Applicable in the European Union and other European countries with separate collection systems) This marking shown on the product or its literature, indicates that it should not be disposed with other household wastes at the end of its working life.