Sanyo DP42740 Plasma Hdtv Owners Manual

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1. Read these instructions.
2. Keep these instructions.
3. Heed all warnings.
4. Follow all instructions.
5. Do not use this apparatus near water.
6. Clean only with dry cloth.
7. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in 
accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
8. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators,
heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including
amplifiers) that produce heat.
9. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or
grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with
one wider than the other. A grounding-type plug has two
blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the
third prong are provided for your safety. If the provided
plug does not fit fully into your outlet, consult an electri-
cian for replacement of the obsolete outlet.
10. Protect the power cord from being walked on or
pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles,
and the point where they exit from the apparatus.
11. Only use attachments/accessories specified by the 
manufacturer.
12. Use only with the cart, stand, tripod,
bracket, or table specified by the 
manufacturer, or sold with the appara-
tus. When a cart is used, use caution
when moving the cart/apparatus com-
bination to avoid injury from tip-over.
13.Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when
unused for long periods of time.
14. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing
is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any
way, such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid
has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus,
the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does
not operate normally, or has been dropped.15. If an outside antenna is connected to the television
equipment, be sure the antenna system is grounded so
as to provide some protection against voltage surges
and built up static charges. In the U.S. Selection 810-21
of the National Electrical Code provides information with
respect to proper grounding of the mast and supporting
structure, grounding of the lead-in wire to an antenna
discharge unit, size of grounding conductors, location of
antenna discharge unit, connection to grounding elec-
trodes, and requirements for the grounding electrodes.
16. An outside antenna system should not be located in the
vicinity of overhead power lines or other electrical light
or power circuits, or where it can fall into such power
lines or circuits. When installing an outside antenna
system, extreme care should be taken to keep from
touching such power lines or circuits as contact with
them might be fatal.
17. Wall or Ceiling Mounting—The product should be
mounted to a wall or ceiling only as recommended by
the manufacturer.
18. Apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing
and no objects filled with liquids, such as vases, shall be
placed on the apparatus.
19. Where the Mains plug is used as the disconnect device,
the disconnect device shall remain readily operable.
20. A warning that an apparatus with Class1 construction
shall be connected to a Mains socket outlet with a 
protective earthing connection.
EXAMPLE OF ANTENNA GROUNDING ACCORDING
TO NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE, ANSI/NFPA 70
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK   DO NOT OPEN!
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER 
(OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED
SERVICE PERSONNEL.THIS SYMBOL INDICATES THAT DANGEROUS VOLTAGE CONSTITUTING A
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK IS PRESENT WITHIN THIS UNIT.
THIS SYMBOL INDICATES THAT THERE ARE IMPORTANT OPERATING AND
MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS IN THE LITERATURE ACCOMPANYING THIS
UNIT.
WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE
TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
“Note to CATV system installer:
This reminder is provided to call the CATV system installer’s attention to
Article 820-40 of the NEC that provides guidelines for proper grounding
and, in particular, specifies that the cable ground shall be connected to
the grounding system of the building, as close to the point of cable entry
as practical.” 
						

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FCC INFORMATION
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15
of the FCC Rules.  These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a 
residential installation.  This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed
and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.  However,
there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation.  If this equipment does cause 
harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on,
the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following  measures:  
– Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.  
– Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.  
– Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.  
– Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
CAUTION: FCC Regulations state that improper modifications or unauthorized changes to this unit may void 
the user’s authority to operate the unit.
“The Amercian Academy of Pediatrics discourages
television viewing for children younger than two
years of age”
SPECIFICATIONS
Power Requirement:  Source: AC 120V, 60Hz
Power Consumption: Weight:
DP42740    219 watts 53.8 lbs.
Dimensions:
MODEL WIDTH HEIGHT DEPTH
DP42740 41.5 28.4 9.6
w/o stand26.8 4.3
NOTE: Dimensions are in inches As an Energy Star ® Partner, Sanyo
Manufacturing Corporation has deter-
mined that this product meets the Energy
Star ® guidelines for energy efficiency.
This symbol on the nameplate means
the product is Listed by Underwriter’s
Laboratories Inc. It is designed and man-
ufactured to meet rigid U.L. safety stan-
dards against risk of fire, casualty and
electrical hazards.
TRADEMARKS
Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories.
“Dolby” is a trademark of Dolby Laboratories.
HDMI, the HDMI Logo and High-
Definition Multimedia Interface are
trademarks or registered trademarks 
of HDMI Licensing LLC in the United
States and other countries.
This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian
ICES-003.
Manufactured under license from
Audyssey Laboratories. U.S. and
foreign patents pending. Audyssey
Dynamic Volume
TM is a trademark of
Audyssey Laboratories. 
						

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CONTENTS
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
FCC INFORMATION  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
TRADEMARKS  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
SPECIFICATIONS  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
CONTENTS  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
PROTECTING THE PLASMA SCREEN  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
POSITIONING PRECAUTIONS  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
STAND REMOVAL / WALL MOUNTING  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
GETTING STARTED—
Remote Control Battery Installation  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
Antenna Connections for off-air or cable  . . . . . . . . . . .5
BACK PANEL JACKS  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
A/V CONNECTIONS  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
POWER CONNECTION / INITIAL CHANNEL SEARCH  . . .8
REMOTE CONTROL OPERATION  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
ON-SCREEN MENU OPERATION—
Channel Setting  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
Channel Search  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
Channel Scan Memory  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
Input Setting  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
Video2 Setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
Setup  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
Menu Language  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
Digital Caption  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
Light Sensor  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
Energy Saver . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
Clock Timer  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
Panel Protection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
V-Chip . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
Picture  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
Sound  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
PHOTO VIEWER  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
WARRANTY  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17
PROTECTING THE SCREEN
CAUTION: The screen can be damaged if it is not
maintained properly. 
•Do not use hard objects such as hard cloth or
paper to clean the screen.
•Do not use excessive pressure when cleaning
the screen; excessive pressure can cause 
permanent discoloration or dark spots.
•NEVERspray liquids on the screen.
HANDLING PRECAUTIONS
•Handle by the cabinet only. Handling by more
than two people is recommended.
•Never touch the screen when handling.
•Handling damage is notcovered under warranty.
Please read before
operating your HDTV!
POSITIONING PRECAUTIONS
•Place this Plasma HDTV as indicated here. 
Failure to do so may result in a fire hazard.
Allowing the proper amount of space at the top,
sides, and rear of the Plasma HDTV cabinet is
critical for proper air circulation and cooling of
the unit. If the Plasma HDTV is to be built into 
a compartment or similarly enclosed, these 
minimum distances must be maintained. 
•Do not cover the ventilation slots on the Plasma
HDTV. Heat build-up can reduce the life of your
Plasma HDTV, and can be dangerous.
•If Plasma HDTV is not to be used for an extended
period of time, unplug it from the power outlet. 
Minimum space required 
						

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GETTING STARTED
Install two (2) “AAA” batteries in the remote
control. (Not included)
To ensure safe operation, please observe the
following precautions:
• Replace both batteries at the same time. Do not use a
new battery with a used battery. 
• There’s a risk of explosion if a battery is replaced by
an incorrect type.
• Do not expose the Remote Control unit to moisture 
or heat.
• Be sure to match the “+”and “
–”signs on the 
batteries with marks inside the remote control.
ANTENNA CONNECTION FOR 
OFF-AIR SIGNALS OR CABLE
ANTENNA
CABLEANALOG / DIGITAL
ANTENNA IN
BATTERY INSTALLATION
Hook up your antenna or your cable service to
the HDTV’s ANTterminal with the use of a 75
OHM coaxial cable.
NOTE: Keep your indoor antenna at least 3 ft. away
from the television set and any other electronic
equipment.
The tuner in this HDTV can receive:
• Digital and Analog off air signals from an antenna
• Analog or ClearQAM cable channels from a direct
Cable TV connection.
STAND BASE ASSEMBLY 
IMPORTANT NOTE:
Place HDTV face downon a padded or cushioned
surface that is larger than the screen size to 
protect the screen and finish. Handling by more
than two people is recommended.
Tools Needed:Phillips screwdriver No. 3
1
Carefully insert the stand base to the bottom of
the HDTV as shown.
2Secure the stand base with the two (2) screws
supplied in the literature package.
CAUTION: Wall mounting of the HDTV must be
performed by a skilled person.
Use the screws that are threaded into the four (4)
inserts on the back of your Plasma HDTV to
secure it to a wall mounting kit (not included.)
UNIVERSAL standard interface: 400 x 280
Mounting screws measurements: 
M6 Diameter, Length—12mm (max.)
WALL MOUNTING
HDTV BACK NOTE: Do not assemble the stand base if you are wall 
mounting the HDTV. 
						

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GETTING STARTED
HDTV INPUT/OUTPUT REFERENCE
HDMI (INPUT1, INPUT2)
An all digital AV interface that can accept
uncompressed video signals for the very best
picture possible.
NOTE: A DVI conection is possible via the HDMI (DVI)
INPUT1 jack using a DVI to HDMI cable or an
appropriate adapter and connecting the audio to
the VIDEO3 Audio jacks.
Analog / Digital Antenna Input
USB Input
View pictures stored in a USB flash drive.
Stereo Audio Out (L/R) Jacks2
3
4
5
6
7
8
1Composite Video Input (VIDEO1)
Yellow (Video), plus white and red (Audio) inputs.
S-Video Input (VIDEO1)
NOTE: An S-Video connection will replace and override
a connection to the Video1 (yellow) input jack.
Component Video Input (VIDEO2 or VIDEO3)
Green (Y), blue (Pb), and red (Pr) Video inputs plus
the white and red Audio inputs.
NOTE: A composite connection is possible via VIDEO
INPUT2 using the Y (VIDEO) jack and the L/R
audio jacks. (See Video 2 Setting on page 11.)
Digital Audio Output (Coaxial)
Composite
Component
NOTE: Composite, S-Video, Component, and DVI video connections need their appropriate white and
red audio connections. High Definition image available from HD signals and HD equipment.
Standard DefinitionHigh DefinitionOptimum
High Definition
S-Video
H D M I
(or DVI to HDMI
cable/adapter) 
						

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GETTING STARTED
AUDIO / VIDEO CONNECTIONS
Composite connectionsare used
to hookup your analog equip-
ment such as a VCR or an older
DVD player.
NOTE: S-Video input may be used
instead of the yellow Composite
video input.
Digital Audio Output is used to hookup a 
multichannel receiver with the use of a phono-
type digital audio cable.
Componentconnections will accept SDTV,
EDTV and HDTV video signals. Use them for
great image quality from digital devices.
Audio Output L/R are used
to hookup an external stereo
Amplifier. (Do not connect
external speakers directly to
the HDTV)HDMI (DVI) INPUT1 can be used to hookup a DVI
device with the use of an appropriate DVI to HDMI
cable or adapter. (VIDEO3 Audio in L/R jacks need
to be hooked up to the DVI device as well.)
NOTE: HDMI INPUT1 may also be used to hookup any 
digital device with an HDMI output, without the 
use of the L/R audio jacks.
USB FLASH
DRIVE DVD PLAYER 
(or similar device)
VCR 
(or analog device) STEREO
AMPLIFIERMULTICHANNEL
RECEIVER
NOTE: Audio/Video cables are not supplied.HD DVD PLAYER,
SATELLITE RECEIVER
(or similar device)DVI
HDMI INPUT1 & 2 are used to hookup
HD digital devices such as a Blu-ray
player, HD Cable Box, HD Satellite
Receiver or Video-game System.
DVD PLAYER 
(or similar device)
HDMI 
						

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CONNECT AC POWER CORD
(120V AC, 60Hz) to the HDTV
and plug in to AC outlet.
GETTING STARTED
INITIAL CHANNEL SEARCH
Before proceeding, please make sure to hook up
your antenna or cable connection and all AV
equipment correctly to your HDTV.
INITIAL CHANNEL/SIGNAL SEARCH
SETUP SCREEN
CHANNEL SEARCH PROGRESS SCREEN
INITIAL ENERGY SAVING
MODE SCREEN
CHANNEL/SIGNAL LIST SCREEN
TURN ON TV (PRESS POWER BUTTON)
Wait for on-screen instructions to set an Initial
Energy Saving Mode, and perform an Initial
Channel/Signal Search.
Press the CHkey to perform a channel
search from an Antenna or a direct Cable
connection, and a signal search from devices
hooked up to the HDTV’s AV input jacks.
AV INPUT SELECTION
Press the INPUTkey to select the correct AV
input for the video source you wish to watch.
TV SET LOCATION SELECTION:
Select “Home Mode” by pressing the CHkey to set
the HDTV’s backlight to an Energy Star qualified level,
or select “Store Mode” by pressing CHto set the
backlight to a retail display level.
CHANNEL AND AV SIGNAL SEARCH:
CHANNEL AND SIGNAL SETUP SCREEN
The final setup screen displays analog and digital
channels found as well as AV inputs detected. Pressing
the CHkey finalizes the setup process.
NOTE: To repeat the initial setup process press VOL.
Press the CHkey if you wish to access an
on screen trouble shooting guide.
NOTE: On screen help is also accesible via the
main menu.
ON SCREEN HELP (OPTIONAL) 
						

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REMOTE CONTROL OPERATION
• PIX SHAPE Key—Cycles through the available
aspect ratios. The different settings either
stretch, zoom, or fill the image on your screen.
Bars may appear on top and bottom of your
screen (or on left and right sides) depending on
the broadcasted signal or program.
NOTE: Pix6-7 are setup as Pix1-2 in PC mode. Use of
Pix6-7 in TV mode is not recommended.
• DYN VOL Key—Modifies the Dyanmic Volume
feature settings (see page 15.)
• MENU—Displays or hides the on-screen menu.
• HELP—Displays on-screen Help menu.
• Cursor (UP)(DOWN) keys—Move the on-
screen cursor up and down.
• Cursor (LEFT) (RIGHT) keys—Move the on-
screen cursor left and right.
• ENTER Key—Set or select the highlighted option
on the screen.
• EXIT Key—Exits the on-screen menu. • POWER Key—Turns your HDTV On or Off.
• INPUT Key—Selects the video source to view.
Holding down the key displays the Input List.
• ECO Key—Modifies the Energy Saverlevel (see
page 11.)
• AUDIO Key—Selects the desired Audio mode.
Stereo, Mono, or SAP (when available.)
• ON TIMER Key—Displays the current switch on
time (see Clock Timeron page 12.)
• CAPTION Key—Cycles through the available
Caption modes.
• RESET Key—Pressing it twice restores your
HDTV to its factory settings. All user customized
settings will be cleared.
• SLEEP Key—Displays the “Off” Timer. While Off
Timer is on-screen, press the “0” key to Set the
amount of time (in 30 minute increments) at
which the HDTV will turn off.
• NUMERICAL Keys—Select channels directly.
NOTE: For channels 100 and up, press and hold the
first number, then enter the remaining two numbers.
• Channelkeys—Scan through the channels
in the memory database.
• Volume 
+
+– –keys—Increases or decreases the
audio level.
• RECALL Key—Switch between current channel
and last selected channel.
• 
– –(sub ch) key —Allows for the direct selection
of  digital subchannels. For example: to select
channel 39.1 press the 
3and 9 keys followed by
the dash 
– –, and 1keys.
• MUTE Key—Mute or restore the sound.
• INFO Key—Displays the Channel Information
banner. 
						

							CHANNEL SETTING___________
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ON-SCREEN MENU OPERATION
CHANNEL SCAN MEMORY SCREEN
INPUT SETTING SCREEN
MAIN MENU SCREEN
CHANNEL SETTING SCREEN
Auto –Searches the detected mode, Cable or Air.
Cable –Searches for analog and unscrambled
(ClearQAM) digital cable channels.
Air (Antenna) –Searches for analog and digital off-air
channels.
Digital Add-On –Searches digital off-air channels
adding newly found digital channels to the channel
map database.
Channel Search
Display the On Screen menu and use the
CURSORkeys to select Channel Setting.
Press ENTER.
NOTE: Digital Add-On option is not available when the 
current mode is Cable.
Channel Scan Memory lists all Analog and Digital
channels found. It also lists Analog channels that were
not found, which can be added.
Use the CURSORkeys to move the channel select
bar throuh all enabled and disabled channels, or use
the CHkeys to skip all disabled channels.
Press ENTERto enable or disable the selected channel.
Channel Scan Memory
NOTE: For information on local digital channels, visit
www.antennaweb.org
IMPORTANT FACT:This HDTV maintains only one database of
digital channels. Therefore, when you search for cable chan-
nels, the database of antenna digital channels will be deleted.
You will only be able to receive those ClearQAM channels your
cable company provides. 
Input Setting feature allows the removal of unused
inputs from the AV input loop.
Use the CURSORkeys to select an AV input. Press
ENTERto disable (uncheck) or enable (check) the high-
lighted  input.
NOTE: At least one input must and will remain checked.
:Skip is for reference only.
Input Setting