Owner’s Guide Mitsubishi Plasma TV PD-4225S Technically Anything is Possible® © Copyright 2003, Mitsubishi Digital Electronics America
Warning Warning CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN 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” within the product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.
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 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.
Safety Instructions 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. Article 810 of the National Electrical Code (U.S.A.
Important Information Important Information PRECAUTIONS WARNINGS AND SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Please read this manual carefully before using your Mitsubishi plasma TV and keep the manual handy for future reference. The Mitsubishi plasma TV is designed and manufactured to provide long, trouble-free service. No maintenance other than cleaning is required. Use a soft dry cloth to clean the panel. Never use solvents such as alcohol or thinner to clean the panel surface.
Important Information To avoid damage and prolong operating life: 1. Use only with 120V 50/60Hz AC power supply. Continued operation at line voltages greater than 120 Volts AC will shorten the life of the unit, and might even cause a fire hazard. If the plasma monitor is in long term use or continuous operation, take the following measures to reduce the likelihood of uneven phosphor aging: *Do not turn off ORBITER.† 2. Handle the unit carefully when installing it and do not drop.
Important Information 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 picture types. The most frequently used picture types should fill the screen with constantly moving images rather than stationary images or patterns.
Cleaning Safeguards Cleaning Safeguards Plasma TV Screen & Cabinet Please follow the cleaning safeguards listed below to prevent 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. Cleaning Your Plasma TV Normally, light dusting with a dry, non-abrasive cloth will clean your Plasma TV.
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° - Wide angle range of vision Your flat panel plasma TV offers an exceptionally broad viewing angle -- over 160 degrees. This means that the TV is clear and visible to viewers anywhere in the room.
Contents Contents Manual Sound Control . . . . . . Stereo/SAP Broadcasts Setup Timer Menu Options Auto Clock Setup . . . . . . . . . . Manual Clock Setup . . . . . . . . On/Off Timer Setup . . . . . . . . Auto Off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Sleep Timer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Warning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2 Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3~4 Important Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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. CABLE/DBS/DTV VCR DVD AUDIO TV 2 1 3 POWER 4 5 6 7 8 9 SQV 0 QV CH VOL MTS GUIDE DEVICE DEVICE MENU CANCEL SLEEP INFO PIP CH PIP/POP PIP DEVICE 1.5V 1.
Installation Installing the Plasma TV on the Stand Preparations 3. Remove the stand from the box. 1. Unpack the plasma TV. 4. Insert the stand into the mounting legs of the plasma TV and fasten it. 1. Open the top of the cardboard in which the plasma TV is packed and remove the three pieces of styrofoam. 2. Pull off the cardboard from the top protective sheet. Use four of the included display mounting screws to fasten the TV to the stand. Styrofoam Protective sheet 2. Lay the plasma TV down.
Installation 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 • For correct installation and mounting, it is strongly recommended to use a trained, authorized dealer. Wall Mount Installation For proper ventilation, allow a clearance of 4” on each side and 2” from the wall.
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. 5. Remove Speaker wire from Accessories box. Remove precut plastic from both ends of the Speaker Wire. This will expose the copper wire. Twist the copper wire counter clockwise as shown below. 3. Fasten the right Speaker Bracket to the Right Speaker using the 3 included mounting screws.
Controls Front Panel Controls 1 S-VIDEO VIDEO (FRONT) AUDIO L (MONO) R MENU CH VOL DEVICE POWER POWER/ STANDBY 7 1. ON/OFF SWITCH Turns the TV’s power on and off. 6 5 4 8 2 3 / E) buttons 7. MENU Displays the main On-Screen Menu. Lights green. Lights red. 4. DEVICE Switches the input, in the following order ANT, VIDEO (REAR), VIDEO (FRONT), S–VIDEO, COMPONENT, RGB, MONITORLINK 5. VOLUME D and E Adjusts the volume. Functions as the ADJUST (F tons in the On-Screen Menu mode. ADJ 6.
Connection Options Front Connection Panel S-VIDEO VIDEO (FRONT) AUDIO L (MONO) R MENU CH VOL DEVICE POWER POWER/ STANDBY ADJ 2 1 1. VIDEO (FRONT) INPUT Connection for audio/video out from external equipment. 2. S-VIDEO Connection for video out from external equipment.
Connection Options Back Connection Panel 1 5 6 7 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. 4. TO DISPLAY (Factory Connected) Connect the TV to the Tuner with the tuner box cable. 5. EXTERNAL SPEAKER (8 ohm output) Connect to optional external speaker(s). 6.
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. Operation Installing the Batteries: (Figure 2) 1. Remove the remote control’s back cover by gently pressing the ridged tab in the direction of the arrow and sliding off the cover. CABLE/DBS/DTV VCR DVD AUDIO TV 2.
Remote Control Functions: Overview of the TV Layer Buttons 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. Turns power on and off for other connected A/V products. Numbers: Individually select channels or input information into TV. SQV (Super Quick View™): Scan through a memorized list of favorite channels. QV (Quick View™): Function not available in TV layer.
Use of the Remote Control with Other A/V Products Programming the Remote Control to Use with Other Brands of Audio and Video Video Products: (Figures 1-3 this page, figures 4-5 following page) 1. Move the slide switch at the top of the remote to the product you want to control. CABLE/DBS/DTV VCR DVD AUDIO TV 3. Enter the first three digit code listed for your equipment, and then release the POWER button on the remote control. 4. Point the remote control to the equipment and press the POWER button.
Use of the Remote Control with Other A/V Products CABLE/DBS/DTV VCR DVD AUDIO TV 1. 3. DVD/LDP brand Mitsubishi JVC Panasonic Philips Pioneer DVD Samsung Sony Toshiba 2. POWER DVD Player Codes Code to enter: 003 257 250 258, 253, 272 252 261 254 253 If your DVD code is not listed here, please see page 48 for a complete listing. To reset to default code, enter 000 Figure 4. Programming the remote to control your DVD or LDP.
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 Picture-In-Picture (PIP) features allow you to view Programming in different ways. While watching the main screen, you can display programs from other channels and other inputs.
External Equipment Connections Antenna Connection - Antenna or Cable Service without a Cable Box Connection - For optimum picture quality, adjust antenna direction if needed. Multi-family Dwellings/Apartments (Connect to wall antenna socket) Wall Antenna Socket Bronze Wire RF Coaxial Wire (75 ohm) Turn clockwise to tighten. VHF Antenna UHF Antenna Bronze Wire Outdoor Antenna Be careful not to bend the bronze wire when connecting the antenna. • RF coaxial cable is not included with the TV.
NOTE: Not all cables shown are included with the TV. They are available at most consumer electronics stores. 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. If the 4:3 picture format is used, the fixed image may remain visible on the screen and create permanent phosphor burn-in.
NOTE: Not all cables shown are included with the TV. They are available at most consumer electronics stores. 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. When connecting the TV to external equipment, match the jack colors (Video = yellow, Audio Left = white, and Audio Right = red). How to use 1. Use the DEVICE button on the remote control to select Video (Rear). 2.
NOTE: Not all cables shown are included with the TV. They are available at most consumer electronics stores. 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. See the Operating Manual of the second TV or monitor for further details regarding that device’s input settings. NOTE: • Component, RGB-PC/DTV 480p/720p/1080i, S-video input sources cannot be used for Monitor out.
NOTE: Not all cables shown are included with the TV. They are available at most consumer electronics stores. HD-5000/MONITORLINK HD-5000/MONITORLINK SETUP 1. Connect a MonitorLink/DVI cable from the TV back panel to the Mitsubishi HD Receiver/Controller back panel. 2. Connect the MonitorLink Control/RS-232 cable from the TV back panel to the Mitsubishi HD Receiver/Controller back panel. 3.
Operation Turning on the TV POWER ON: 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. Press the POWER button on the remote control to turn the TV on. The POWER/STANDBY indicator will turn green when the TV is on. OFF: Press the goes off. (on/off) button (underneath the front panel) to turn off the TV.
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. If there are additional channels you want to add or delete, you can manually add or delete those channels with Manual Program.
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) • Video / S-Video / Component (480i) / TV Auto Picture Control - Auto Picture adjusts the TV for the best picture appearance. - When adjusting picture options (contrast, brightness, color, sharpness and tint) manually, Auto Picture automatically changes to Programmable. 1.
Sound Menu Options 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 to Programmable. 1. Press the TV MENU button and then use 2. Press the G button and then use D /E 3. Press the G button and then use D /E D /E button to select the SOUND menu. button to select Audio Mode. button to select any of the five sound modes. 4. Press the ENTER button to save.
T imer Menu Options 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 D /E button to select the TIMER menu. TIMER 2. Press the G 3. Press the G button and then use / E button to select Clock. D button and then use D /E button to select Auto. Clock Auto Off timer Manual On timer 4.
T imer Menu Options continued Auto Off Off - If there is no input signal, Auto off can be set to turn the TV off automatically after 10 minutes. TIMER Clock Off timer 1. Press the TV MENU button and then use D /E button to select the TIMER menu. 2. Press the G button and then use D /E button to select Auto off. 3. Press the G button and then use D /E button to select On or Off. On timer Auto off G On Off 4. Press the ENTER button to save. MENU Prev.
Special Menu Options 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. - This TV is programmed to remember which option it was last set to even if you turn the TV off. 1. Press the TV MENU button and then use D /E button to select the SPECIAL menu. 2. Press the G button and then use D /E button to select Button Lock. 3.
Special Menu Options continued Closed Captions Closed captioning is a process which converts the audio portion of a television program into written words which then appear as subtitles 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. For prerecorded programs, program dialogue can be arranged into captions in advance.
Caption/Text Caption/Text 1. Press the TV MENU button and then use D /E button to select the SPECIAL menu. SPECIAL 2. Press the G button and then use D /E button to select Caption/Text. 3. Press the G button and then use D / E button to select your caption selection. Your choices are: CC1, CC2, CC3, CC4, Text 1, Text 2, Text3 and Text4. Language CC 1 Button Lock CC 2 Long Life CC 3 Low power Caption / Text 4. Press the ENTER button to save.
Screen Menu Options Auto Adjustment - RGB (PC) mode only; This function doesn’t work for RGB-DTV mode. - Automatically adjusts picture position and minimizes image shaking. - Auto Adjust and Manual Adjust are not active in DVI mode. 1. Press the TV MENU button and then use 2. Press the G button and then use D /E D /E button to select the SCREEN menu. button to select Auto Adjust. 3. Press the G button to run Auto adjustment.
Adjusting Horizontal/ Vertical Vertical Position - This function works in the following modes: RGB-PC, RGB-DTV (480p,720p,1080i), DVI-DTV (480p,720p,1080i), COMPONENT (480p,720p,1080i). SCREEN Auto Adjust Format Zoom in/out 1. Press the TV MENU button and then use D /E 2. Press the G button and then use D /E 3. Press the G button and then use D /E /F /G button to select the SCREEN menu. button to select Position. button to adjust the position.
Screen Menu Options continued Luminance Noise Reduction (TV, (TV, Video(Exp.), Video(Exp.), Video, Video, S-Video S-Video and Component 480i modes only) - 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 G button and then use 3. Press the G button and then use D /E D /E D /E button to select the SCREEN menu. button to select YNR. button to select On or Off. SCREEN Auto Adjust Format Zoom in/out 4.
PIP (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 option in LOCK menu is set to On. - You can also adjust the PIP features in the PIP menu (Except Swap function). Watching the PIP Swapping the PIP Press the EXCH button to exchange the main and sub pictures. Press the PIP button repeatedly to turn PIP on or off.
Sub Picture Size Adjustment 1. Press the TV MENU button and then use 2. Press G the button and then use 3. Press the G button and press the D /E F /G D /E button to select PIP menu. button to select Win. Size. button to change the sub picture size. 4. Press the HOME button to exit.
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. Viewing can be blocked by the type of program and by the categories chosen to be blocked.
Lock Menu Options continued 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 G button. D /E button to select the Lock menu. LOCK Lock on/off • If Lock is already set, enter the password then requested. • The TV is set with the initial password “0-0-0-0”. Set password G On Off MPAA Age block 2. Setting lock on/off: Press the D /E Press the G Content block button to select Lock on/off.
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. - NOTE: Not all cables shown are included with the TV. They are available at most consumer electronics stores.
Troubleshooting Checklist • Check whether the TV is turned on. No picture & No sound • Power cord inserted into wall outlet? • Test the wall power outlet, plug other product’s power cord into the wall outlet where the TV’s power cord was plugged in. Picture OK & No sound • Press the VOLUME (D) button. • Sound muted? Press MUTE button. • Check to see if there is any object between the TV and the remote control causing obstruction.
Troubleshooting Checklist continued No output from one of the speakers Unusual sound from inside the TV Lines or streaks in picture • Adjust BALANCE in the SOUND menu. (Refer to p.31) • A change in ambient humidity or temperature may result in an unusual noise when the TV is turned on or off and does not indicate a fault with the TV. • Check antenna (Change the direction of the antenna). Poor stereo sound • Check the kind of input signal and select Mono, Stereo or SAP with the MTS button.
Product Specifications PD-4225S MODEL TV TV w/ Speakers & Base Width (inches) 40 3/4" 49 5/8" Height (inches) 26" 27 5/8" Depth (inches) 4 3/8" 10 7/8" Weight (pounds) 65.2 81.
Appendix Appendix A: Remote Control Programming Codes A/V Receivers Mitsubishi . .. . .. .. .. .. Admiral . .. .. Aiwa . .. .. .. B & K . .. .. Bose. .. .. .. Denon . .. .. . .. .. .. .. Fisher . .. .. Gerrard . .. .. Harman Kardon Jensen . .. .. JVC . .. .. .. Kenwood . .. KLH . .. .. .. Koss . .. .. .. Magnavox . .. Marantz . .. .. McIntosh . .. Nakamichi . .. Onkyo . .. .. Optimus. .. .. Panasonic . .. Parasound . .. Philips . .. .. Pioneer . .. .. Polk Audio . .. Quasar . .. .. RCA . .. .. .. Sansui .
Appendix Appendix A: Remote Control Programming Codes, continued Satellite Receivers /DBS/DTV Mitsubishi HD/Satellite Receiver Echostar/Dishnetwork Express Vu. .. . GE . .. .. .. . Gradient . .. . Hitachi . .. .. . Hughes . .. .. . Maganavox. .. . Panasonic . .. . Philips . .. .. . RCA/Proscan . . Samsung . .. . Sony . .. .. .. . Star Choice . . Toshiba . .. .. . . .. .. .. .. . Uniden . .. .. . WebTV . .. .. .
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Mitsubishi Plasma Display Panel Limited Warranty 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 workmanship and/or material: a. Parts. All parts are warranted for a period of one year from the date of the original purchase at retail. We will repair or replace, at our option, any defective part without charge for the part.
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