PDP-507XG - TV PIONEER - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL PDP-507XG PIONEER

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PDP-507XG PDP-427XG

PLASMA DISPLAY PANTALLA DE PLASMA MONITOR DE PLASMA 電漿顯示器

IMPORTANT

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.

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN

CAUTION:

TO PREVENT THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.

The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance.

CAUTION

The POWER switch on this unit will not completely shut off all power from the AC outlet. Since the power cord serves as the main disconnect device for the unit, you will need to unplug it from the AC outlet to shut down all power. Therefore, make sure the unit has been installed so that the power cord can be easily unplugged from the AC outlet in case of an accident. To avoid fire hazard, the power cord should also be unplugged from the AC outlet when left unused for a long period of time (for example, when on vacation).

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WARNING

This equipment is not waterproof. To prevent a fire or shock hazard, do not place any container filed with liquid near this equipment (such as a vase or flower pot) or expose it to dripping, splashing, rain or moisture.

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WARNING

Before plugging in for the first time, read the following section carefully.

The voltage of the available power supply differs according to country or region. Be sure that the power supply voltage of the area where this unit will be used meets the required voltage (e.g., 230V or 120V) written on the rear panel.

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WARNING

This product equipped with a three-wire grounding (earthed) plug - a plug that has a third (grounding) pin.

This plug only fits a grounding-type power outlet. If you are unable to insert the plug into an outlet, contact a licensed electrician to replace the outlet with a properly grounded one. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the grounding plug.

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The following symbols are found on labels attached to the product. They alert the operators and service personnel of this equipment to any potentially dangerous conditions.

WARNING

This symbol refers to a hazard or unsafe practice which can result in personal injury or property damage.

CAUTION

This symbol refers to a hazard or unsafe practice which can result in severe personal injury or death.

WARNING

To prevent a fire hazard, do not place any naked flame sources (such as a lighted candle) on the equipment.

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VENTILATION CAUTION

When installing this unit, make sure to leave space around the unit for ventilation to improve heat radiation. For the minimum space required, see page 15.

WARNING

Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for ventilation to ensure reliable operation of the product, and to protect it from overheating. To prevent fire hazard, the openings should never be blocked or covered with items (such as newspapers, table-cloths, curtains) or by operating

STANDBY/ON Button

STANDBY: When placed into the standby mode, the main power flow is cut and the unit is no longer fully operational.

STANDBY/ON Indicator: The indicator is lit red when the unit is in the standby mode and is lit blue when it is in the power-on mode.

Contents

Thank you for buying this Pioneer product.

Please read through these operating instructions so you will know how to operate your model properly. After you have finished reading the instructions, put them away in a safe place for future reference.

In some countries of regions, the shape of the power plug and power outlet may sometimes differ from that shown in the explanatory drawings. However the method of connecting and operating the unit are the same.

Contents

01 Important user information

02 Safety precautions

Installation precautions....10

03 Supplied accessories

04 Part names

Plasma display (front) 12

Plasma display (rear)....13

Remote control unit....14

05 Preparation

Installing the plasma display ....15

Moving the plasma display....15

Preventing the plasma display from falling over....16

Stabilizing on a table or floor 16

Using a wall for stabilization ....16

Basic connections....16

Connecting the antenna 16

Routing cables....17

Attaching the ferrite core....17

Connecting the power cord ....17

Preparing the remote control unit ....18

Inserting batteries ....18

Operating range of the remote control unit ....18

06 Watching TV

Turning the power on....19

plasma display status indicators .....19

Changing channels ....20

Using P+ / P- on the remote control unit .....20

Using 0 to 9 on the remote control unit .....20

Changing the volume and sound .....20

Using △ + 7 △ - on the remote control unit .....20

Using ☐ in the remote control unit .....20

Switching the broadcast audio channel....21

Using the multiscreen functions .....21

Freezing images....22

07 The Home Menu

AV mode menu overview 23

PC mode menu overview .....23

Using the Home Menu....24

08 Setting up

Setting up TV channels automatically 25

Using Auto Installation 25

Setting up TV channels manually 25

Reducing video noise 26

Setting Child Lock....26

Suppressing audio distortion 26

Labeling TV channels 27

Sorting preset TV channels 27

Language setting 28

AV Selection 28

Basic picture adjustments 28

Advanced picture adjustments 29

Using PureCinema 29

Using Color Temp....29

Using CTI 30

Using Color Management....30

Using Color Space 30

Using Intelligent Color 31

Eliminating noise from images....31

Using the Dynamic Range Expander (DRE) functions.....31

Using the 3DYC and I-P Mode....32

Sound adjustments....32

FOCUS 33

Front Surround....33

Listening to audio from the sub screen using headphones .... 33

Power Control 34

Energy Save 34

No Signal off (AV mode only) 34

No Operation off (AV mode only)....34

Power Management (PC mode only)....34

09 Useful adjustment settings

Switching the vertical drive frequency....35

Adjusting image positions (AV mode only) 35

Adjusting image positions and clock automatically

(PC mode only) 35

Adjusting image positions and clock manually

(PC mode only) 35

Color system setting 36

Selecting a screen size manually 36

Selecting a screen size automatically 37

Selecting a screen size for 4:3 aspect ratio signals ..... 37

Changing the brightness at both sides of the screen

(Side Mask)....37

Sleep Timer....38

Using a password (AV mode only) 38

Entering a password....38

Contents

Changing the password 38

Resetting the password function 38

10 Using with other equipment

Connecting a digital tuner 40

Displaying broadcasts via a digital tuner 40

Connecting a DVD player 40

DVD playback.... 40

Connecting a VCR 41

VCR playback.... 41

Connecting a game console or camcorder.... 41

Displaying an image from the game console or camcorder.. 41

Connecting a personal computer 42

Displaying an image from a personal computer.... 42

Connecting an amplifier/AV receiver 42

Avoiding unwanted feedback 42

Using the HDMI Inputs.... 43

Connecting HDMI equipment 43

Using control cords 44

About SR+ 45

11 Using Teletext

Using the Teletext Functions.... 46

What is Teletext? 46

Operating the Teletext basics 46

Turning on and off Teletext.... 46

Selecting and operating Teletext pages 46

Displaying subpages 47

Displaying TOP Over View 47

Displaying subtitle pages.... 47

12 Additional information

Troubleshooting 48

Signal assignments for 15-pin D-sub connector....49

Standard channel allocation selections for countries and regions.... 49

Specifications.... 50

Trademarks 50

Chapter 1

Important user information

In order to obtain maximum enjoyment from this Pioneer PureVision PDP-507XG/PDP-427XG Plasma Display, please first read this information carefully.

With the Pioneer PureVision PDP-507XG/PDP-427XG, you can be assured of a high quality plasma display with long-life and high reliability. To achieve images of exceptional quality, this Pioneer plasma display incorporates state-of-the-art design and construction, as well as very precise and highly advanced technology.

The Pioneer PureVision PDP-507XG/PDP-427XG incorporates the latest in color filter technology: Direct Color Filter. This improves the color/picture reproduction of these models as compared to previous models. It also eliminates the need for a physical glass panel to be placed in front of the plasma panel, which furthers Pioneer's continued goal of reducing environmental waste in consumer electronics, now during the manufacturing process and in the future during the recycling process.

Over the course of its lifetime, the luminosity of the Pioneer PDP-507XG/PDP-427XG Plasma Display will diminish very slowly, such as with all phosphor-based screens (for example, a traditional tube-type television). To enjoy beautiful and bright images on your Pioneer plasma display for a long time, please carefully read and follow the usage guidelines below:

Usage guidelines

All phosphor-based screens (including conventional tube-type televisions) can be affected by displaying static images for a prolonged period. Plasma displays are no exception to this rule. After-image and permanent effects on the screen can be avoided by taking some basic precautions. By following the recommendations listed below, you can ensure longer and satisfactory results from your plasma:

• Whenever possible, avoid frequently displaying the same image or virtually still moving pictures (e.g. video game images which have static portions).
• Do not display Teletext for a prolonged period of time.
• Avoid viewing the On Screen Display for extended periods, from a digital tuner, DVD player, VCR and all other components.
• Do not leave the same picture freeze-framed or paused continuously over a long period of time, when using the still picture mode from a TV, VCR, DVD player or any other component.
• Images which have both very bright areas and very dark areas side by side should not be displayed for a prolonged period of time.
• When playing a game, the "GAME" mode setting within "AV Selection" is strongly recommended. However, please do not use this mode for long periods of time.
• After playing a game, displaying a PC image or any still image, it is best to view a normal moving picture in the "WIDE" or "FULL" screen setting for more than 3 times the length of the previous still moving image.
• After using the plasma display, always switch the display to "STANDBY" mode.

Installation guidelines

The Pioneer PureVision PDP-507XG/PDP-427XG Plasma Display incorporates a very thin design. To ensure safety, please take the proper measures to mount or install the plasma display, in order to prevent the unit from tipping over in the event of vibration or accidental movement.

This product should be installed by using only parts and accessories designed by Pioneer. Use of accessories other than the Pioneer stand or installation bracket may result in instability, and could cause injury. For custom installation, please consult the dealer where the unit was purchased. To ensure correct installation, experienced and qualified experts must install the unit. Pioneer will not be held responsible for accident or damage caused by the use of parts and accessories manufactured by other companies.

To avoid malfunction and overheating, make sure that the vents on the main unit are not blocked when installing to ensure proper heat emission:

• Distance the unit slightly from other equipment, walls, etc. For the minimum space required around the unit, see page 15.
• Do not fit the unit inside narrow spaces where ventilation is poor.
• Do not cover with a cloth, etc.
• Clean the vents on the sides and rear of the unit to remove dust build-up, by using a vacuum cleaner set to its lowest suction setting.
• Do not place the product on a carpet or blanket.
• Do not leave the product tilted over.
• Do not turn the product upside down.

Using the unit without proper ventilation may cause the internal temperature to rise, and could result in possible malfunction. When the surrounding or internal temperature exceeds a certain degree, the display will automatically power off in order to cool the internal electronics and prevent hazardous occurrences.

Any malfunction may occur due to: an inappropriate installation site, improper assembly, installation, mounting, or operation of this product, modifications made to the product. However, Pioneer cannot be held responsible for such accidents or malfunction.

Note

The following are typical effects and characteristics of a phosphor-based matrix display and as such, are not covered by the manufacturer's limited warranties:

• Permanent residual images upon the phosphors of the panel.
• The existence of a minute number of inactive light cells.
• Panel generated sounds, examples: Fan motor noise, and electrical circuit humming/glass panel buzzing

Caution

- Pioneer bears no responsibility for any damage arising from incorrect use of the product by you or other people, malfunctions when in use, other product related problems, and use of the product except in cases where the company must be liable.

Plasma display protection function

When still images (such as photos and computer images) stay on the screen for an extended period of time, the screen will be slightly dimmed. This is because the protection function of the plasma display automatically adjusts the brightness to protect the screen when detecting still images; so this does not designate malfunction. The screen is dimmed when a still image is detected for about three minutes.

Information of pixel defect

Plasma screens display information using pixels. Pioneer plasma display panels contain a very large number of pixels. (Depending on the panel size: over 2.3 million cells in case of a 42 inch display; over 3.1 million cells in the case of a 50 inch display). All Pioneer display panels are manufactured using a very high level of ultra-precision technology and undergo individual quality control.

In rare cases, some pixels can be permanently switched off, or on, resulting in either a black or colored pixel permanently fixed on the screen.

This effect is common to all plasma displays because it is a consequence of the technology.

If the defective pixels are visible at a normal viewing distance of between 2.5 meters and 3.5 meters whilst viewing a normal broadcast (i.e. not a test card, still image or single color display) please contact the supplying dealer.

If, however, they can only be seen close up or during single color displays then this is considered normal for this technology.

Infrared rays

The plasma display releases infrared rays because of its characteristics. Depending on how the plasma display is in use, the remote controls of nearby equipment may be adversely affected or wireless headphones using infrared rays are interfered by noise. If this is the case, place that equipment at a location where its remote control sensor is not affected.

Radio interference

While this product meets the required specifications, it emits a small amount of noise. If you place such equipment as an AM radio, personal computer, and VCR close to this product, that equipment may be interfered. If this happens, place that equipment far enough from this product.

Plasma display driving sound

The screen of the plasma display is composed of extremely fine pixels and these pixels emit light according to received video signals. This principle may make you hear buzz sound or electrical circuit humming from the plasma display.

Do not attach such items as labels and tape to the product

This may result in the discoloration or scratch of the cabinet.

When not using the product for a long period of time

If you do not use the product for a long period of time, the functions of the product may be adversely affected. Switch on and run the product occasionally.

Condensation

Condensation may take place on the surface or inside of the product when the product is rapidly moved from a cold place to a warm place or just after a heater is switched on in winter morning, for example. When condensation takes place, do not switch on the product and wait until condensation disappears. Using the product with condensation may result in malfunction.

Cleaning the surface of the screen and the glossy surface of the front cabinet

When cleaning the surface of the screen or the glossy surface of the front cabinet, gently wipe it with a dry soft cloth; the supplied cleaning cloth or other similar cloths (e.g., cotton and flannel). If you use a dusty or hard cloth or if you rub the screen hard, the surface of the product will be scratched.

If you clean the surface of the screen with a wet cloth, water droplets on the surface may enter into the product, resulting in malfunction.

Cleaning the cabinet

When cleaning the cabinet of this product, gently wipe it with a clean soft cloth (e.g., cotton and flannel). If you use a dusty or hard cloth or if you rub the cabinet hard, the surface of the cabinet will be scratched.

The cabinet of this product is mostly composed of plastic. Do not use chemicals such as benzene or thinner to clean the cabinet. Using these chemicals may result in quality deterioration or coating removal.

Do not expose the product to volatile gas or fluid such as pesticide. Do not make the product contact with rubber or vinyl products for a long period of time. The effect of plasticizer in the plastic may result in quality deterioration or coating removal.

If you clean the surface of the cabinet with a wet cloth, water droplets on the surface may enter into the product, resulting in malfunction.

Handles at the rear of the plasma display

Do not remove the handles from the rear of the plasma display.

When moving the plasma display, ask another person for help and use the handles attached to the rear of the plasma display. Do not move the plasma display by holding only a single handle. Use the handles as shown.

Do not use the handles to hang the product when installing or carrying the product, for example. Do not use the handles for the purpose of preventing the product from tilting over.

Fan noise

The rotation speed of the cooling fan motor increases when the ambient temperature of the plasma display becomes high. You may hear the sound of the fan motor at that time.

Caution

Panel sticking and after-image lag

Displaying the same images such as still images for a long time may cause after-image lagging. This may occur in the following two cases.

After-image lagging due to remaining electrical load

When image patterns with very high peak luminance are displayed for more than 1 minute, after-image lagging may occur due to the remaining electric load. The after-images remaining on the screen will disappear when moving images are displayed. The time for the after-images to disappear depends on the luminance of the still images and the time they had been displayed.

After-image (lag image) due to burning

Avoid displaying the same image on the plasma display continuously over a long period of time.

If the same image is displayed continuously for a long period, or for shorter periods of time over several days, a permanent after-image may remain on the screen due to burning of the fluorescent materials. Such images may become less noticeable if moving images are later displayed, but they will not disappear completely.

Note

• We recommend that you enjoy watching images displayed in full screen, except when doing so may result in copyright infringement (see page 36).
• To prevent screen burning, the display position is automatically changed slightly when the power is switched on or the input changed. Depending on the broadcast content, some parts of the picture may not be visible.
• The energy save function can be set to help prevent damage from screen burning (see page 34).

Chapter 2

Safety precautions

Electricity is used to perform many useful functions, but it can also cause personal injuries and property damage if improperly handled. This product has been engineered and manufactured with the highest priority on safety. However, improper use can result in electric shock and/or fire. In order to prevent potential danger, please observe the following instructions when installing, operating and cleaning the product. To ensure your safety and prolong the service life of your product, please read the following precautions carefully before using the product.

1. Read instructions - All operating instructions must be read and understood before the product is operated.
2. Keep this manual in a safe place - These safety and operating instructions must be kept in a safe place for future reference.
3. Observe warnings - All warnings on the product and in the instructions must be observed closely.
4. Follow instructions - All operating instructions must be followed.
5. Cleaning - Unplug the power cord from the AC outlet before cleaning the product. To clean the product, use the supplied cleaning cloth or other soft clothes (e.g., cotton, flannel). Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners.
6. Attachments - Do not use attachments not recommended by the manufacturer. Use of inadequate attachments can result in accidents.
7. Water and moisture - Do not use the product near water, such as bathtub, washbasin, kitchen sink and laundry tub, swimming pool and in a wet basement.
8. Stand - Do not place the product on an unstable cart, stand, tripod or table. Placing the product on an unstable base can cause the product to fall, resulting in serious personal injuries as well as damage to the product. Use only a cart, stand, tripod, bracket or table recommended by the manufacturer or sold with the product. When mounting the product on a wall, be sure to follow the manufacturer's instructions. Use only the mounting hardware recommended by the manufacturer.
9. When relocating the product placed on a cart, it must be moved with utmost care. Sudden stops, excessive force and uneven floor surface can cause the product to fall from the cart.

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1. Ventilation - The vents and other openings in the cabinet are designed for ventilation. Do not cover or block these vents and openings since insufficient ventilation can cause overheating and/or shorten the life of the product. Do not place the product on a bed, sofa, rug or other similar surface, since they can block ventilation openings. This product is not designed for built-in installation; do not place the product in an enclosed place such as a bookcase or rack, unless proper ventilation is provided or the manufacturer's instructions are followed.
2. Power source - This product must operate on a power source specified on the specification label. If you are not sure of the type of power supply used in your home, consult your dealer or local power company.

3. Power cord protection - The power cords must be routed properly to prevent people from stepping on them or objects from resting on them. Check the cords at the plugs and product.

4. The plasma display used in this product is made of glass. Therefore, it can break when the product is dropped or applied with impact. Be careful not to be injured by broken glass pieces in case the plasma Display breaks.

5. Overloading - Do not overload AC outlets or extension cords. Overloading can cause fire or electric shock.
6. Entering of objects and liquids - Never insert an object into the product through vents or openings. High voltage flows in the product, and inserting an object can cause electric shock and/or short internal parts. For the same reason, do not spill water or liquid on the product.
7. Servicing - Do not attempt to service the product yourself. Removing covers can expose you to high voltage and other dangerous conditions. Request a qualified service person to perform servicing.
8. Repair - If any of the following conditions occurs, unplug the power cord from the AC outlet, and request a qualified service person to perform repairs.

a. When the power cord or plug is damaged.
b. When a liquid was spilled on the product or when objects have fallen into the product.
c. When the product has been exposed to rain or water.
d. When the product does not operate properly as described in the operating instructions.

Do not touch the controls other than those described in the operating instructions. Improper adjustment of controls not described in the instructions can cause damage, which often requires extensive adjustment work by a qualified technician.

e. When the product has been dropped or damaged.
f. When the product displays an abnormal condition. Any noticeable abnormality in the product indicates that the product needs servicing.

1. Replacement parts - In case the product needs replacement parts, make sure that the service person uses replacement parts specified by the manufacturer, or those with the same characteristics and performance as the original parts. Use of unauthorized parts can result in fire, electric shock and/or other danger.

2. Safety checks - Upon completion of service or repair work, request the service technician to perform safety checks to ensure that the product is in proper operating condition.

3. Wall or ceiling mounting - When mounting the product on a wall or ceiling, be sure to install the product according to the method recommended by the manufacturer.
4. Heat sources - Keep the product away from heat sources such as radiators, heaters, stoves and other heat-generating products (including amplifiers).
5. Unplug the power cord from the AC outlet before installing the speakers.
6. Never expose the screen of the plasma display to a strong impact, for example, by hitting it. The screen may be broken, resulting in fire or personal injury.
7. Do not expose the plasma display to direct sunlight for a long period of time. The optical characteristics of the front protection panel changes, resulting in discoloration or warp.
8. The plasma display weighs about 34.1 kg for the PDP-507XG and about 29.0 kg for the PDP-427XG. Because it has small depth and is unstable, unpack, carry, and install the product with one more person at least and use the handles.

Installation precautions

Observe the following precautions when installing with any items such as the optional stand.

When using the optional stand, brackets, or equivalent items

Ask your dealer to perform the installation.

Be sure to use the supplied bolts.

For details, see the instruction manual that comes with the optional stand (or equivalent items).

When using other items

Consult your dealer.

The following six mounting holes can be used for the installation:

Rear (PDP-507XG) Mounting holes Mounting holes Median line Median line

Rear (PDP-427XG) Mounting holes Mounting holes Median line Median line

Side view

Plasma display Mounting surface Mounting bracket (or equivalent) M8 screw 12 mm to 18 mm

Caution

• Be sure to use four or more mounting holes symmetrical to the vertical and horizontal median lines.
• Use M8 screws, which go 12 mm to 18 mm in depth from the mounting surface of the plasma display. See the side view above.
• Be careful not to block the ventilation opening at the rear of the plasma display.
• Be sure to install the plasma display on a flat surface because it contains glass.
• The screw holes other than the above are to be used only for the specified products. Never use them for mounting non-specified products.

Note

• It is strongly recommended to use the optional Pioneer mounting products.
• Pioneer shall not be liable for any personal injury or product damage that results from the use of mounting items other than the optional Pioneer products.

Chapter 3

Supplied accessories

Check that all of the following accessories are supplied in the box.

Remote control AA size batteries x 2 Ferrite core Cable tie (for ferrite core) Speed clamps x 3 Bead bands x 3 Power cord

Cleaning cloth Warranty card Operating instructions

Chapter 4

Part names

Plasma display (front)

PDP-507XG Side Front Side 10 11 12 13 Power ON STANDAY 2 3 4 5 SLEEP 6 7 8 9

PDP-427XG Side Front Side 10 11 12 13 Viewed from the underside of the display 2 3 4 SR 5 Viewed from the front of the display

1 POWER button
2 POWER ON indicator
3 STANDBY indicator
4 SLEEP indicator
5 Remote control sensor
6 STANDBY/ON button
7 INPUT button

8 VOLUME +/- buttons
9 CHANNEL +/- buttons
10 PHONES output terminal
11 INPUT 5 terminal (S-VIDEO)
12 INPUT 5 terminal (VIDEO)
13 INPUT 5 terminal (AUDIO)

Plasma display (rear)

PDP-507XG 10 13 18 6 7 8 9 14 16 17 19 1 2 20 3 4 5 21 22 PDP-427XG 10 13 18 6 7 8 9 14 16 17 19 1 2 20 3 4 5

1 PC INPUT (analog RGB)
2 AC IN
3 INPUT 3, 4 (HDMI)
4 RS-232C terminal (used for factory setup)
5 ANT (antenna) in terminal
6 MONITOR OUT (VIDEO)
7 MONITOR OUT (AUDIO R, L)
8 INPUT 2 (COMPONENT VIDEO: Y, P B, PR)
9 INPUT 1 (COMPONENT VIDEO: Y, P B, PR)
10 SUBWOOFER output terminal

11 INPUT 3 (S-VIDEO)
12 INPUT 2 (S-VIDEO)
13 INPUT 1 (S-VIDEO)
14 INPUT 3 (VIDEO)
15 INPUT 3 (AUDIO L, R)
16 INPUT 2 (VIDEO)
17 INPUT 2 (AUDIO L, R)
18 INPUT 1 (VIDEO)
19 INPUT 1 (AUDIO L, R)
20 PC INPUT (AUDIO (STEREO))
21 CONTROL OUT
22 SPEAKERS L, R terminals (PDP-507XG only)

Remote control unit

Point the remote control at the plasma display to operate.

1 2 3 4 5 PC 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 CH RETURN 0 CH ENTER + P - RETURN HOME MENU ENTER 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 Pioneer PLASMA DISPLAY

1 ⏻

Turns on the power to the plasma display or places it into the standby mode.

2 INPUT

Selects an input source (INPUT 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 or PC)

3 0 -9

Switches on the power to the plasma display.

TV/External input mode: Selects a channel.

TELETEXT mode: Selects a page.

4 CH RETURN

Returns to the previously selected channel.

5 I-III-II

Sets the sound multiplex mode.

6 P+ / P-

TV/External input mode: Selects a channel.

TELETEXT mode: Selects a page.

7 ↻

R E T U

R N

Restores the previous menu screen.

8 ↑/↓/←/→

Selects a desired item on the setting screen.

ENTER

Executes a command.

TELETEXT mode: Selects a page.

10

TV/External input mode: Jumps to the Teletext subtitle page.

11 比难？

Displays hidden characters.

12 AV SELECTION

Selects audio and video settings. (AV mode: STANDARD, DYNAMIC, MOVIE, GAME, SPORT, USER. PC mode: STANDARD, USER.)

13 (●) (●)

Use to select a front-surround mode.

14

Press to select 2-Screen, Picture in Picture or Single Screen mode.

15

TV/External input mode: Displays the channel information.

16 CH ENTER

Executes a channel selection by the number buttons.

17

Sets the volume.

18

Mutes the sound.

19 HOME MENU

TV/External Input mode: Displays the Menu screen.

20

Selects the TELETEXT mode (all TV image, all TEXT image, TV/TEXT image).

21

TELETEXT mode: Displays an Index page for the CEEFAX/FLOF format.

22

TV/External input mode: Selects the screen size.

三

TELETEXT mode: Switches Teletext images. (full/upper half/lower half)

23

TV/External input mode: Freezes a frame from a moving image. Press again to cancel the function.

三

TELETEXT mode: Stops updating Teletext pages. Press again to release the hold mode.

24

Moves the position of the sub screen when in Picture in Picture mode.

25

Swaps the main and sub screens when in Picture in Picture or 2-Screen mode.

Chapter 5 Preparation

Installing the plasma display

Over 50 cm Over 10 cm

Location

• Avoid direct sunlight. Maintain adequate ventilation.
• Because the plasma display is heavy, be sure to have someone help you when moving it.

Caution

- If you do not leave sufficient space above the plasma display, it will not receive enough ventilation and will not operate properly.

Note

- Allow enough space around the upper and back parts when installing to ensure adequate ventilation of the rear of the unit.

Using the optional PIONEER stand

For details on installation, refer to the instruction manual supplied with the stand.

Using the optional PIONEER speakers(for PDP-507XG only)

For details on installation, refer to the instruction manual supplied with the speaker.

Caution

Operating Environment

Operating environment temperature and humidity: +0 °C to +40 °C; less than 85 % RH (cooling vents not blocked). Do not install this unit in a poorly ventilated area, or in locations exposed to high humidity or direct sunlight (or strong artificial light).

Moving the plasma display

(For PDP-507XG)

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Note

• Do not use the speaker to support the weight of the plasma display.
• Always remove the speakers before moving the plasma display. Do not hold the plasma display by the speaker mounting fittings.

Preventing the plasma display from falling over

After installing the stand, be sure to take special care to ensure that the plasma display will not fall over.

Stabilizing on a table or floor

Stabilize the plasma display as shown in the diagram using screws that are available on the market.

Note

- To stabilize the plasma display on a table or on the floor, use screws that have a nominal diameter of 6 mm and that are at least 20 mm long.

9 mm to 15 mm 6 mm 20 mm min.

Caution

• A table or an area of the floor with adequate strength should always be used to support the plasma display. Failure to do so could result in personal injury and physical damage.
• When installing the plasma display, please take the necessary safety measures to prevent it from falling or overturning in case of emergencies, such as earthquakes, or of accidents.
• If you do not take these precautions, the plasma display could fall down and cause injury.
• The screws, hooks, chains and other fittings that you use to secure the plasma display to prevent it from overturning will vary according to the composition and thickness of the surface to which it will be attached.
• Select the appropriate screws, hooks, chains, and other fittings after first inspecting the surface carefully to determine its thickness and composition and after consulting a professional installer if necessary.

Using a wall for stabilization

1 Attach falling prevention bolts (hooks) to the plasma display.
2 Use strong cords to stabilize it appropriately and firmly to a wall, pillar, or other sturdy element.

Perform this work in the same way on the left and right sides.

Use hooks, cords and fittings that are available on the market.

Recommended hook: Nominal diameter 8 mm Length 12 mm to 15 mm.

Fitting 1. Hook 2. Cord M8 12 mm to 15 mm

Basic connections

Connecting the antenna

To enjoy a clearer picture, use an outdoor antenna. The following is a brief explanation of the types of connections that are used for a coaxial cable.

PDP-427XG (rear view) Standard DIN45325 plug (IEC169-2) 75-ohm coaxial cable (round cable) (commercially available)

• Connect the 75-ohm coaxial cable (commercially available) to the ANT IN (antenna input) terminal.

Antenna cable (commercially available)

If your outdoor antenna uses a 75-ohm coaxial cable with a standard DIN45325 plug (IEC169.2), plug it into the antenna terminal at the rear of the plasma display.

Note

- If the antenna is not connected correctly, the quality of reception may be impaired. If images are not displaying correctly, check whether the antenna connection is correct or not.

Routing cables

Use the speed clamps as necessary to route the connecting cables. The diagrams below show the location of the holes on the rear of the display.

Attaching and removing speed clamps

Insert [1] into an appropriate hole on the rear of the plasma display and snap [2] into the back of [1] to lock the clamp.

Diagram illustrating mechanical assembly steps with labeled components and directional arrows

• Speed clamps are designed to be difficult to undo once in place. Please attach them carefully.
• Use pliers to twist the clamp 90^ , pulling outward. The clamp may deteriorate over time and become damaged if removed.
• Be careful not to subject any connecting cables to strain.

Tidying the speaker cables (PDP-507XG only)

Use the supplied bead bands as necessary to tidy the speaker cables.

Speaker cables Bead band

Attaching the ferrite core

To help prevent noise, attach the supplied ferrite core to the connector end of the power cord as shown. Use the supplied cable tie to prevent the ferrite core from slipping on the cable.

1 2 3 4 Ferrite core Cable tie To power outlet AC power cord As close as possible

Note

- Disconnect the power cord from the power outlet when the plasma display is not going to be used for a long period of time.

Connecting the power cord

PDP-427KG (rear view) Power cord To power outlet

Preparing the remote control unit

Inserting batteries

1 Open the battery cover.

2 Load the supplied two AA size batteries while inserting their respective negative polarity (−) ends first.

Diagram of a remote control panel with two batteries and a handle (no text or symbols)

Place batteries with their terminals corresponding to the (+) and (−) indicators in the battery compartment.

3 Close the battery cover.

Caution

Improper use of batteries can result in chemical leakage or an explosion. Be sure to follow the instructions below.

• When you replace the batteries, use manganese or alkaline ones.
• Place the batteries with their terminals corresponding to the (+) and (-) indicators.
• Do not mix batteries of different types. Different types of batteries have different characteristics.
• Do not mix old and new batteries. Mixing old and new batteries can shorten the life of new batteries or cause chemical leakage in old batteries.
• Remove batteries as soon as they have worn out. Chemicals that leak from batteries can cause a rash. If you find any chemical leakage, wipe thoroughly with a cloth.
• The batteries supplied with this product may have a shorter life expectancy due to storage conditions.
• If you will not use the remote control unit for an extended period of time, remove the batteries from it.
• WHEN DISPOSING OF USED BATTERIES, PLEASE COMPLY WITH GOVERNMENTAL REGULATIONS OR ENVIRONMENTAL PUBLIC INSTITUTION'S RULES THAT APPLY IN YOUR COUNTRY/AREA.

Operating range of the remote control unit

Operate the remote control unit while pointing it toward the remote control sensor (SRI) located at the bottom right of the front panel of the plasma display. The distance from the remote control sensor must be within 7 m and the angle relative to the sensor must be within 30 degrees in the right, left, upward, or downward direction.

30° 7 m 30° Remote control sensor

Note

- With the PDP-427XG, the SR logo is located at the lower-right on the speaker, but the location of the remote control sensor is the same as with the PDP-507XG.

Caution

• Do not expose the remote control unit to shock. In addition, do not expose the remote control unit to liquids, and do not place in an area with high humidity.
• Do not install or place the remote control unit under direct sunlight. The heat may cause deformation of the unit.
• The remote control unit may not work properly if the remote control sensor of the plasma display is under direct sunlight or strong lighting. In such case, change the angle of the lighting or plasma display, or operate the remote control unit closer to the remote control sensor.
• When any obstacle exists between the remote control unit and the remote control sensor, the remote control unit may not function.
• As the batteries become empty, the remote control unit can function within a shorter distance from the remote control sensor. Replace the batteries with new ones early enough.
• The plasma display emits very weak infrared rays from its screen. If you place such equipment operated through infrared remote control as a VCR nearby, that equipment may not receive commands from its remote control unit properly or entirely. If this is the case, place that equipment at a location far enough from the plasma display.
• Depending on the installation environment, infrared rays from the plasma display may not allow this system to properly receive commands from the remote control unit or may shorten allowable distances between the remote control unit and the remote control sensor. The strength of infrared rays emitted from the screen differs, depending on images displayed on the screen.

Chapter 6 Watching TV

Important

- Before watching broadcast channels, the built-in TV tuner must be set up. See Setting up TV channels automatically on page 25 for how to do this.

Turning the power on

- To turn on the system, press POWER on the bottom-left of the front of the plasma display.

The POWER ON indicator lights blue.

- To switch the system back into standby, press ⏻ on the remote control unit or STANDBY/ON on the plasma display's control panel on the right-hand side.

The STANDBY indicator lights red.

INPUT 1 2 3 4 5 PC 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 CH RETURN 0 CH L-B

PDP-507XG POWER ON INDICATOR STANDBY INDICATOR POWER ON STANDBY POWER button

PDP-427XG POWER POWER ON indicator STANDBY indicator POWER ON STANDY

POWER button
- You can then turn on the system again by pressing ⏻ or 0 to 9 on the remote control or STANDBY/ON on the plasma display. If you press 0 on the remote control unit, images come from the INPUT 1 source. If you press 1 to 9, TV images display.
- You can also press Ⓧ POWER on the plasma display to turn off the system. However, you cannot then turn on the system again by pressing the buttons on the remote control unit or STANDBY/ON on the plasma display.

Note

- If you are not going to use the plasma display for a long period of time, be sure to remove the power cord from the power outlet.

plasma display status indicators

The table below shows the operational status of the plasma display. You can check the current status of the system with the indicators on the plasma display.

Indicator status	System status
POWER ON STANDBY
	The power cord of the plasma display has been disconnected. Or, the power cord of the plasma display has been connected but the POWER button of the plasma display is off.
	Power to the system is on.
	The system is in the standby mode.

For other than the above, see Troubleshooting on page 48.

Changing channels

Use the remote control or the control panel on the right-hand side of the plasma display to change channels.

INPUT 1 2 3 4 5 PC 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 CH RETURN 0 CH ENTER + P - RETURN HOME MENU

Using P+ / P- on the remote control unit

• Press P+ to increase the channel number.
• Press P– to decrease the channel number.

When viewing Teletext information:

• Press P+ to increase the page number.
• Press P– to decrease the page number.

See also Using the Teletext Functions on page 46.

Note

• Press CH RETURN to switch back to the previous channel. Press again to return to the current channel.
• The CHANNEL +/- buttons on the plasma display work in the same way as P+ / P-.
• P+ / P− cannot pick up channels that are set to skip. For Channel Skip, see steps 13 and 14 under Setting up TV channels manually on page 25.

Using 0 to 9 on the remote control unit

- Select channels directly by pressing buttons 0 to 9.

For example:

To select channel 2 (1-digit channel), press 2.

To select channel 12 (2-digit channel), press 1 then 2.

To select channel 123 (3-digit channel), press 1, 2 then 3.

When viewing Teletext information:

• View a page directly which is 3-digit page number from 100 to 899 by pressing buttons 0 to 9. See also Operating the Teletext basics on page 46.

Note

• Press CH RETURN to switch back to the previous channel. Press again to return to the current channel.
  • After entering a channel number you can press CH ENTER to tune in the channel more quickly.
• In standby, when you press 0, the power turns on and images come from the INPUT 1 source. Or, when you press any button from 1 to 9, TV images display.

Changing the volume and sound

Use the remote control or the control panel on the right-hand side of the plasma display to adjust the volume.

7 8 9 CH RETURN 0 CH ENTER + + P - I-II + - HOME MENU RETURN

Using + / - on the remote control unit

• To increase the volume, press
• To decrease the volume, press

Volume adjustment

• VOLUME +/- on the plasma display operates the same as

Using ☒ on the remote control unit

- Press ☐ to mute the sound.

appears on the screen.

Muting

- Press ☒ again or △ to restore the sound.

Switching the broadcast audio channel

Depending on the broadcast, you can switch the audio channel.

4 5 6 7 8 9 CH RETURN 0 CH ENTER + I-II + p - RETURN HOME MENU

- Press I-II to change the audio channel.

graph LR
    A["Stage 1: I mode"] --> B["Stage 2: I mode"]
    B --> C["Stage 3: I mode"]

The table below shows the available audio channels by broadcast audio type.

NICAM Broadcasts42 BroadcastS1		Setting
			MONOIII
Stereo	1AAA NICAM STEREO	1AAA NICAM STEREO	1AAA MONO
Bilingual	2BBB NICAM I	2BBB NICAM II	2BBB MONO
Monaural	3CCC NICAM MONO	3CCC NICAM MONO	3CCC MONO
Stereo	4DDD STEREO	4DDD STEREO	4DDD MONO
Bilingual	5BEE DUAL I	5BEE DUAL II	5BEE MONO
Monaural	6FFF MONO	6FFF MONO	6FFF MONO
Stereo	4GGG STEREO	4GGG STEREO	4GGG MONO
MAIN+SAP	5HHH MONO(SAP)	5HHH SAP(MAIN)	5HHH MONO
Stereo+SAP	5JJI STEREO(SAP)	5JJI SAP(STEREO)	5JJI MONO
Monaural	6KKK MONO	6KKK MAIN	6KKK MONO

CH RETURN 0 CH ENTER + + P - I-II + - 100 - RETURN HOME MENU ENTER 07 01 AV SELECTION (●) 18 18

1 Press ☐ to select the display mode.

Each time you press 📄e display mode is switched between 2-Screen, Picture in Picture, and Single-Screen modes.

• In 2-Screen or Picture in Picture mode, press to switch the position of the two screens shown.
• The left screen (in the 2-Screen mode) or the larger screen (in the Picture in Picture mode) is the active screen, indicated by a "♪" icon. You can use any of the normal functions to change the picture and sound.

Four-panel black-and-white photo collage showing urban scenes: storefronts, waterfront, city skyline, and building complex (no visible text or symbols)

- In 2-Screen mode, press 📁 change the size of the left screen.

- In Picture in Picture mode, press remove the position of the small screen anti-clockwise.

Four-panel black-and-white photo sequence showing city skyline changes under cloudy sky, with no visible text or symbols

2 To select the desired input source, press the appropriate input source button.

- If watching TV programs, press P+ / P− to change the channel.

Note

• The multiscreen function cannot display images from the same input source at the same time. If you make such an attempt, a warning message appears.
• The multiscreen function cannot display images from combinations of two external input sources (inputs 1 to 5, PC). It can display images from the following combinations of inputs sources: built-in TV tuner and one external source (inputs 1 to 5, PC).
• When you press HOME MENU, the single-screen mode is restored and the corresponding menu is displayed.

• When in the 2-Screen mode, images displayed on the right screen may look less fine, depending on images.

• If you select 1920 x 1080p@24 Hz for the main screen in the Picture in Picture or 2-Screen mode, video images may not be displayed properly because of the system's capability.

• With headphones connected, you can listen to audio coming from the sub screen when in the 2-Screen or Picture in Picture mode. For more information, see Listening to audio from the sub screen using headphones on page 33.

Freezing images

Use the following procedure to capture and freeze one frame from a moving image that you are watching.

Important

- Displaying a static image for a long period of time, or for shorter periods of time everyday, may result in image retention.

A still image appears on the right screen while a moving image is shown on the left screen.

Normal image Still image

- Press 📄 again to cancel the function.

Note

• You cannot freeze the picture when using the 2-Screen or Picture in Picture mode.
• When this function is not available, a warning message appears.

Chapter 7

The Home Menu

AV mode menu overview PC mode menu overview

Home Menu Item Page

Picture AV Selection 28
	Contrast 28
	Brightness 28
	Color 28
	Tint 28
	Sharpness 28
	Pro Adjust 29
	Reset 28
Sound Treble 32
	Bass 32
	Balance 32
	Reset 32
	FOCUS	33
	Front Surround	33
	Headphone Output	33
	Sub Volume	33
Power Control	Energy Save	34
	No Signal Off	34
	No Operation Off	34
Sleep Timer	-	38
Option	Position	35
	Auto Size	37
	4:3 Mode	37
	Side Mask 37
	HDMI Input	44
	Drive Mode	35
	Color System	36
	Monitor Out	42
Setup	Auto Installation	25
	Analog TV Setup	25
	Password	38
	Language	28

Home Menu Item Page

Picture AV Selection 28
	Contrast 28
	Brightness 28
	Red	28
	Green	28
	Blue 28
	Reset 28
Sound Treble 32
	Bass 32
	Balance 32
	Reset 32
	FOCUS	33
	Front Surround	33
	Headphone Output	33
	Sub Volume	33
Power Control	Energy Save	34
	Power Management 34
Sleep Timer	-	38
Option	Auto Setup	35
	Manual Setup	35

Using the Home Menu

The following describes the typical procedure for setting up the menus. For the actual procedures, see the appropriate pages that describe individual functions.

RETURN HOME MENU ENTER

1 Press HOME MENU.

2 Press ↑/↓ to select a menu item, and then press ENTER.

3 Repeat step 2 until you access the desired submenu item.

The number of menu layers differs depending on the menu items.

4 Press ←/→ to select an option (or parameter), and then press ENTER.

For some menu items, press ↑/↓ instead of ←/→.

5 Press HOME MENU to exit the menu.

Note

- You can return to the upper menu levels by pressing RETURN.

Chapter 8 Setting up

Setting up TV channels automatically

This section describes how to automatically search for and set up TV channels.

Using Auto Installation

When the plasma display is switched on for the first time after purchase, the initial auto installation is initiated. You can set language, region and channels in successive operations.

1 Select "Language" (↑/↓).

2 Select a language ( / ).

Auto Installation Language English Region Auto Detection Channel Allocation Normal Installation Start

You can select from among 5 languages; English, Spanish, Portuguese, traditional Chinese and simplified Chinese.

3 Select "Region" (↑/↓).

4 Select your region (←/→).

Select the country or region in which you live. If it is not listed, select 'Auto Detection' for automatic setup.

5 Select "Channel Allocation" (↑/↓).

6 Select "Normal", "Air (US Type)" or "Cable (US Type)" (←/→).

The table on page 49 (Standard channel allocation selections for countries and regions) shows which option you should usually select in your country or region.

Item Description

Normal Scans to locate your regional broadcasting frequencies. The earlier the frequencies identified, the smaller the channel numbers used.

Air (US Type) Searches for the same broadcasting frequencies as for receiving over air in the U.S. This selection is effective when the system is receiving over air.

Cable (US Type) Searches for the same broadcasting frequencies as for watching cable TV in the U.S. This selection is effective when the system is receiving from a cable TV company.

7 Select "Start" (↑/↓ then ENTER).

Auto Installation automatically starts.

• To quit Auto Installation in progress, press RETURN.

8 After Auto Installation finishes, press HOME MENU to exit.

Note

- You can start Auto Installation from the Home menu after moving to another country, for example. Perform the following steps before starting Auto Installation: Press HOME MENU, select "Setup" (↑/↓ then ENTER), then "Auto Installation" (↑/↓ then ENTER). The password entry screen appears. Enter your 4-digit password using buttons 0 to 9.

- If no channels are found, check the antenna connections, and then retry Auto Installation.

Setting up TV channels manually

Use the Manual Adjust function to set up TV channels manually. Steps 5 to 14 differ depending on your selection for Channel Allocation.

1 Press HOME MENU.

2 Select "Setup" (↑/↓ then ENTER).

3 Select "Analog TV Setup" (↑/↓ then ENTER).

The password entry screen appears. Enter your 4-digit password using buttons 0 to 9. For the password, see Using a password (AV mode only) on page 38.

4 Select "Manual Adjust" (↑/↓ then ENTER).

5 Select "Program Entry" (↑/↓).

6 Select a program number (←/→).

- With "Normal" selected, you can select 1 through 99.

- With "Air (US Type)" selected, you can select 2 through 69.

- With "Cable (US Type)" selected, you can select 1 through 125.

Manual Adjust Program Entry 1 Search 44.25MHz System B/G Color System Auto Store Yes Tuner NR On Child Lock View High Deviation Off

7 Select "Search" (↑/↓).

8 Enter a frequency using buttons 0 to 9, then ENTER.

You can also press ←/→ to enter a frequency.

- With "Air (US Type)" or "Cable (US Type)" selected, you cannot change the display frequency.

Manual Adjust Program Entry 1 Search 44.25MHz System B/G Color System Auto

9 Select "System" (↑/↓).

10 Select a sound system ( / ).

You can select from among "B/G", "D/K", "I" and "M/N".

- With "Air (US Type)" or "Cable (US Type)" selected, you cannot change the factory default ("M/N").

Program Entry Search 44.25MHz System B/G Color System Auto Store No

11 Select "Color System" (↑/↓).

12 Select a color system (←/→).

You can select from "Auto", "PAL", "NTSC", "SECAM", "PAL-M", "PAL-N", and "4.43NTSC".

- With "Air (US Type)" or "Cable (US Type)" selected, you cannot change the factory default ("Auto").

Search 44.25MHz System B/G Color System Auto Store Yes Tuner NR On

14 Select "Yes" (←/→).

- With "Air (US Type)" or "Cable (US Type)" selected, press ↑/↓ to select "ADD/DEL", then press ←/→ to select "ADD".

System B/G Color System Auto Store Yes Tuner NR On Child Lock View

- With "Yes" selected, you can select the channel using P+ / P-. With "No" selected, you cannot select the channel using P+ / P-.

15 Press HOME MENU to exit the menu.

• Alternatively, to set up for another channel, repeat steps 5 to 14.

Note

• Manual Adjust also allows you to make selections for "Tuner NR", "Child Lock", and "High Deviation". See Reducing video noise, Setting Child Lock, and Suppressing audio distortion respectively below.
• This plasma display is equipped with the auto frequency tuning function that automatically adjusts tuning frequencies according to received signals. For this reason, the Manual Adjust menu may show slightly different frequencies from your entry when you access the menu next time. You cannot deactivate the Auto Frequency Tuning function.

Reducing video noise

For the individual channels, you can specify whether the plasma display should reduce video noise depending on the levels of broadcasting signals.

1 Repeat steps 1 to 6 provided for "Setting up TV channels manually".

After selecting a program number, perform the following steps:

2 Select "Tuner NR" (↑/↓).

3 Select "On" or "Off" (←/→).

Color System Store Tuner NR Child Lock High Deviation Auto Yes On View Off

4 Press HOME MENU to exit the menu.

Note

- This function may not achieve a satisfactory result, depending on the conditions of broadcasting signals.

Setting Child Lock

Child Lock inhibits selected TV channels from being tuned and watched.

1 Repeat steps 1 to 6 provided for "Setting up TV channels manually".

After selecting a program number, perform the following steps:

2 Select "Child Lock" (↑/↓).

3 Select "Block" (←/→).

Tuner NR Child Lock Block High Deviation On Off

- The selection is switched between "View" and "Block".

4 Press HOME MENU to exit the menu.

Suppressing audio distortion

You can suppress audio distortion that may be induced when too strong audio signals are received in the selected channel.

Note

- High Deviation is selectable only when you have selected "D/K" for "System" under Setting up TV channels manually on page 25.

1 Repeat steps 1 to 6 provided for "Setting up TV channels manually".

After selecting a program number, perform the following steps:

2 Select "High Deviation" (↑/↓).
3 Select "Off", "High", "Mid" or "Low" (←/→).

Tuner NR Child Lock High Deviation On View Off

Item Description

Off Deactivates the function.

High Suppresses audio distortion slightly; however, the audio volume is slightly lowered than when Off is selected.

Mid Suppresses audio distortion moderately.

Low Suppresses audio distortion further; however, the audio volume is further lowered.

4 Press HOME MENU to exit the menu.

Note

- While watching a TV channel with any High Deviation setting, you cannot change the sound multiplex mode.

Labeling TV channels

You can name TV channels that you have set up, using up to five characters. This may help you easily identify the channels during selections.

1 Press HOME MENU.
2 Select "Setup" (↑/↓ then ENTER).
3 Select "Analog TV Setup" (↑/↓ then ENTER).
Enter your 4-digit password using buttons 0 to 9 when prompted.
4 Select "Label" (↑/↓ then ENTER).
5 Select "Program Entry" (↑/↓).
6 Select a program number (←/→).

• With "Normal" selected, you can select 1 through 99.
• With "Air (US Type)" selected, you can select 2 through 69.
• With "Cable (US Type)" selected, you can select 1 through 125.

Label Program Entry 1 Label

7 Select "Label" (↑/↓ then ENTER).

The name entry screen appears.

8 Select the first character (↑/↓/←/→, then ENTER).

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 A B C D E F G H K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z , , : : ; & ' ( ) + - * / @ OK

• The cursor moves to the second character.

9 Repeat step 8 to enter up to five characters.

• To correct entered characters, select [←] or [→] on the screen, and then press ENTER. The cursor moves to the preceding or subsequent character.
• To delete the current character, select [Delete] on the screen, and then press ENTER.
• To put a space for the current character, select [Space] on the screen, and then press ENTER.

10 To complete the name entry, press ↑/↓ or ←/→ to select [OK] on the screen, and then press ENTER.

11 Press HOME MENU to exit the menu.

Sorting preset TV channels

After performing a "Normal" channel search, you can use the following procedure to change the sequence of the preset TV programs. (Sorting preset TV channels is not possible if you used "Air (US Type)" or "Cable (US Type)" for your channel search.)

1 Press HOME MENU.

2 Select "Setup" (↑/↓ then ENTER).

3 Select "Analog TV Setup" (↑/↓ then ENTER).

Enter your 4-digit password using buttons 0 to 9 when prompted.

4 Select "Sort" (↑/↓ then ENTER).

The sort screen appears.

Sort 1/4 01 AAAAA 10 IIII 18 RRRRR 02 BBBBB 11 JJJJJ 19 SSSSS 03 CCCCC 12 KKKKK 20 TTTTT 04 DDDDD 13 LLLLL 21 UUUUU 05 EEEEE 14 MMMMM 22 VYVVV 06 FFFFF 15 NNNNN 23 WWWWW 07 GGGGG 16 OOOOO 24 XXXXX 08 HHHHH 17 PPPPP 25 YYYYY ↓

5 Select a channel to be shifted (↑/↓/←/→ then ENTER).

6 Select a new location (↑/↓/←/→ then ENTER). Sorting is executed.

7 Press HOME MENU to exit the menu.

Note

- To change a page on the Sort screen in step 6, select ▲/▼ on the screen with ↑/↓ to select a page, and then press ENTER.

Language setting

You can select the language to be used for on-screen display such as menus and instructions, from among 5 languages; English, Spanish, Portuguese, traditional Chinese and simplified Chinese. For the language to be used in the TELETEXT mode, you can select from among West Europe, East Europe, Greece/Turkey, Russia, and Arabia.

1 Press HOME MENU.
2 Select "Setup" (↑/↓ then ENTER).
3 Select "Language" (↑/↓ then ENTER).
4 Select "Menu" (↑/↓).
5 Select a language (←/→).

Language Menu English Teletext West Europe

6 Select "Teletext" (↑/↓).
7 Select a language ( / ).
8 Press HOME MENU to exit the menu.

AV Selection

Select from the six viewing options, depending on the current environment (e.g., room brightness), the type of the current TV program, or the type of images input from external equipment.

1 Press HOME MENU.
2 Select "Picture" (↑/↓ then ENTER).
3 Select "AV Selection" (↑/↓ then ENTER).
4 Select the desired option (↑/↓ then ENTER).

AV Selection ● STANDARD DYNAMIC MOVIE GAME SPORT USER

For AV source

Item Description

STANDARD Well-defined image in a normally lit room.This setting is shared by both the external and TV input sources.

DYNAMIC Sharp imaging with the maximum contrast.Note that this mode does not allow manual image quality adjustment.This setting is shared by both the external and TV input sources.

MOVIE Optimized for movies.This setting is shared by both the external and TV input sources.

GAME Lowers image brightness for easier viewing.This setting is shared by both the external and TV input sources.

SPORT Optimized for sports programs.This setting is shared by both the external and TV input sources.

USER Allows the user to customize settings as desired. You can set the mode for each input source.

For PC source

Item Description

STANDARD Well defined image in a normally lit room.

USER Allows the user to customize settings as desired

5 Press HOME MENU to exit the menu.

Note

• You can also press AV SELECTION on the remote control to change the viewing option.
• If you have selected "DYNAMIC", you cannot select "Contrast", "Brightness", "Color", "Tint", "Sharpness", "Pro Adjust", and "Reset"; these menu items are dimmed.

Basic picture adjustments

Adjust the picture to your preference for the chosen AV Selection option (except DYNAMIC).

1 Press HOME MENU.
2 Select "Picture" (↑/↓ then ENTER).
3 Select an item to be adjusted (↑/↓ then ENTER).

Picture AV Selection STANDARD Contrast 40 Brightness 0 Color 0 Tint 0 Sharpness 0 Pro Adjust Reset

For a PC source, the following screen appears:

Picture AV Selection STANDARD Contrast 40 Brightness 0 Red R 0 Green G 0 Blue B 0 Reset

4 Select the desired level ( / ).

When an adjustment screen is in display, you can also change the item to be adjusted, by pressing ↑/↓.

5 Press HOME MENU to exit the menu.

For AV source

Item ← button → button

Contrast For less contrast For more contrast

Brightness For less brightness For more brightness

Color For less color intensity For more color intensity

Tint Skin tones become purplish Skin tones become greenish

Sharpness For less sharpness For more sharpness

For PC source

Item ← button → button
Contrast For less contrast For more contrast
Brightness For less brightness For more brightness
Red	For weaker red	For stronger red
Green	For weaker green	For stronger green
Blue	For weaker blue	For stronger blue

Note

• To perform advanced picture adjustments, select "Pro Adjust" in step 3 and then press ENTER. For the subsequent procedures see Advanced picture adjustments below.
• To restore the factory defaults for all items, press / to select "Reset" in step 3, and then press ENTER. A confirmation screen appears. Press / to select "Yes", and then press ENTER.

Advanced picture adjustments

The plasma display provides various advanced functions for optimizing the picture quality. For details on these functions, see the tables.

Using PureCinema

1 Press HOME MENU.
2 Select "Picture" (↑/↓ then ENTER).
3 Select "Pro Adjust" (↑/↓ then ENTER).
4 Select "PureCinema" (↑/↓ then ENTER).
5 Select the desired parameter (↑/↓ then ENTER).
For the selectable parameters, see the table.

PureCinema
Automatically detects a film-based source (originally encoded at 24 frames/second), analyses it, then recreates each still film frame for high-definition picture quality.

Selections	Off	Deactivates the PureCinema.
	Standard	Produces smooth and vivid moving images (film specific) by automatically detecting recorded image information when displaying DVD or high-definition images (e.g., movies) having 24 frames per second.
	ADV	Produces smooth and quality moving images (as shown on theatre screens) by converting to 72 Hz when displaying DVD images (e.g., movies) having 24 frames per second.

Note

• "Standard" is not selectable when 480p or 720p@60 Hz signals are input.
• "ADV" is not selectable when PAL, SECAM, 576i, or 1080i@50 Hz signals are input.
• Neither "Standard" nor "ADV" is selectable when 576p, 720p@50 Hz, or 1080p@24 Hz signals are input.

Using Color Temp

1 Press HOME MENU.

2 Select "Picture" (↑/↓ then ENTER).

3 Select "Pro Adjust" (↑/↓ then ENTER).

4 Select "Color Detail" (↑/↓ then ENTER).

5 Select "Color Temp" (↑/↓ then ENTER).

6 Select the desired parameter (↑/↓ then ENTER).

• If you have selected a desired parameter in this step, skip steps 7 and 8.
• You may rather want to perform fine adjustment. To do this, select "Manual" first and then press and hold ENTER for more than three seconds. The manual adjustment screen appears. Then go to step 7.

Color Temp

Adjusts the color temperature, resulting in a better white balance.
Selections High White with bluish tone
	Mid-High Intermediate tone between High and Mid
	Mid Natural tone
	Mid-Low Intermediate tone between Mid and Low
	Low White with reddish tone
	Manual Color temperature adjusted to your preference

7 Select an item to be adjusted (↑/↓ then ENTER).

8 Select the desired level ( / ).

Item ← button → button

R High Fine adjustment for bright portions		For weaker red For stronger red
G High For weaker green		For stronger green
B High		For weaker blue	For stronger blue
R Low	Fine adjustment for dark portions	For weaker red For stronger red
G Low		For weaker green	For stronger green
B Low		For weaker blue	For stronger blue

• To perform adjustment for another item, press RETURN, and then repeat steps 7 and 8.

- You may press ↑/↓ to immediately change an item to be adjusted.

9 Press HOME MENU to exit the menu.

Using CTI

1 Press HOME MENU.
2 Select "Picture" (↑/↓ then ENTER).
3 Select "Pro Adjust" (↑/↓ then ENTER).
4 Select "Color Detail" (↑/↓ then ENTER).
5 Select "CTI" (↑/↓ then ENTER).
6 Select the desired parameter (↑/↓ then ENTER).

CTI

Provides images with clearer color contours. CTI stands for Color Transient Improvement.

Selections Off	Deactivates CTI.
	On	Activates CTI.

7 Press HOME MENU to exit the menu.

Using Color Management

1 Press HOME MENU.
2 Select "Picture" (↑/↓ then ENTER).
3 Select "Pro Adjust" (↑/↓ then ENTER).
4 Select "Color Detail" (↑/↓ then ENTER).
5 Select "Color Management" (↑/↓ then ENTER).
6 Select an item to be adjusted ( / then ENTER).

Color Management R 0 Y 0 G 0 C 0 B 0 M 0

7 Select the desired level ( / ).

Item	← button	→ button
R	Closer to magenta	Closer to yellow
Y	Closer to red	Closer to green
G	Closer to yellow	Closer to cyan
C	Closer to green	Closer to blue
B	Closer to cyan	Closer to magenta
M	Closer to blue	Closer to red

• To perform adjustment for another item, press RETURN, and then repeat steps 6 and 7.
• You may press ↑/↓ to immediately change an item to be adjusted.

8 Press HOME MENU to exit the menu.

Using Color Space

5 Select "Color Space" (↑/↓ then ENTER).

1 Press HOME MENU.
2 Select "Picture" (↑/↓ then ENTER).
3 Select "Pro Adjust" (↑/↓ then ENTER).
4 Select "Color Detail" (↑/↓ then ENTER).
6 Select the desired parameter ( / then ENTER).

Color Space
Changes the color reproduction space.

Selections 1	Optimized for vivid, vibrant color reproduction.
	2	Standard color reproduction.

7 Press HOME MENU to exit the menu.

Using Intelligent Color

1 Press HOME MENU.

2 Select "Picture" (↑/↓ then ENTER).

3 Select "Pro Adjust" (↑/↓ then ENTER).

4 Select "Color Detail" (↑/↓ then ENTER).

5 Select "Intelligent Color" (↑/↓ then ENTER).

6 Select the desired parameter (↑/↓ then ENTER).

Intelligent Color

Performs such compensation that results in the optimum color tones for images.

Selections Off Deactivates Intelligent Color

On Activates Intelligent Color.

7 Press HOME MENU to exit the menu.

Eliminating noise from images

1 Press HOME MENU.

2 Select "Picture" (↑/↓ then ENTER).

3 Select "Pro Adjust" (↑/↓ then ENTER).

4 Select "NR" (↑/↓ then ENTER).

5 Select an item to be adjusted (↑/↓ then ENTER). You can select "DNR", "MPEG NR" or "BNR".

6 Select the desired parameter (↑/↓ then ENTER).

DNR

Eliminates video noise for clean crisp images. DNR stands for Digital Noise Reduction.

Selections Off Deactivates DNR

High Enhanced DNR

Mid Standard DNR

Low Moderate DNR

MPEG NR

Eliminates mosquito noise from video images when a digital TV channel is watched or a DVD is played, resulting in noise-free images.

Selections Off Deactivates MPEG NR.

High Enhanced MPEG NR

Mid Standard MPEG NR

Low Moderate MPEG NR

BNR

Helps reduce noise appearing in high-definition images. BNR stands for Block Noise Reduction.

Selections Off Deactivates BNR

On Activates BNR

7 Press HOME MENU to exit the menu.

Using the Dynamic Range Expander (DRE) functions

1 Press HOME MENU.

2 Select "Picture" (↑/↓ then ENTER).

3 Select "Pro Adjust" (↑/↓ then ENTER).

4 Select "DRE" (↑/↓ then ENTER).

5 Select an item to be adjusted (↑/↓ then ENTER).

- You can select "Dynamic Contrast", "Black Level", "ACL", "Gamma" or "Intelligent DRE".

6 Select the desired parameter (↑/↓ then ENTER).

Dynamic Contrast

Emphasizes the contrast on images so that the difference between brightness and darkness becomes more distinct.

Selections Off Deactivates Dynamic Contrast.

High Enhanced Dynamic Contrast

Mid Standard Dynamic Contrast

Low Moderate Dynamic Contrast

Black Level

Emphasizes dark portion on images so that the difference between brightness and darkness becomes more distinct.

Selections Off Deactivates Black Level.

On Activates Black Level.

ACL

Performs such compensation that results in the optimum contrast characteristics for images.

Selections Off Deactivates ACL.

On Activates ACL.

Gamma

Adjusts the gamma characteristics (image gradation characteristics).

Selections 1 Selects gamma characteristics 1.

2 Selects gamma characteristics 2.

3 Selects gamma characteristics 3.

Intelligent DRE

Optimizes image quality.

Selections Off Deactivates Intelligent DRE.

On Activates Intelligent DRE.

7 Press HOME MENU to exit the menu.

Using the 3DYC and I-P Mode

1 Press HOME MENU.
2 Select "Picture" (↑/↓ then ENTER).
3 Select "Pro Adjust" (↑/↓ then ENTER).
4 Select "Others" (↑/↓ then ENTER).
5 Select an item to be adjusted (↑/↓ then ENTER).
- You can select "3DYC" or "I-P Mode".
6 Select the desired parameter (↑/↓ then ENTER).

3DYC

Optimizes characteristics for separating brightness signals and color signals. This works for both video and still images.

Selections Off Deactivates 3DYC.

High Enhanced 3DYC

Mid Standard 3DYC

Low Moderate 3DYC

I-P Mode

Perform optimum conversion from interlace signals to progressive signals. This works for both video and still images.

Selections 1 Optimum for video images

2 Standard setting

3 Optimum for still images

7 Press HOME MENU to exit the menu.

Note

• The 3DYC setting is ineffective when SECAM, PAL-M, PAL-N or 4.43 NTSC signals are input.
• For the I-P Mode, the individual parameters are not selectable for the following input signals: 480p, 720p@60 Hz, 576p, 720p@50 Hz, 1080p@24 Hz.
• For the 3DYC, the individual parameters are selectable only when you have selected the analog tuner, or you have selected input 1, 2, 3 or 5 as the input source and there is a video signal present.

Sound adjustments

You can adjust the sound quality to your preference with the following settings.

Adjust the sound to your preference for the chosen AV Selection option (see AV Selection on page 28).

1 Press HOME MENU.
2 Select "Sound" (↑/↓ then ENTER).
3 Select an item to be adjusted (↑/↓).
4 Select the desired level ( / ).

Sound [STANDARD] Treble - + 2 + Bass 0 Balance 0 Reset FOCUS Off Front Surround Off Headphone Output Main Sub Volume 15

Item ← button → button

Treble For weaker treble For stronger treble

Bass For weaker bass For stronger bass

Balance Shifts the audio balance to the left

Shifts the audio balance to the right

5 Press HOME MENU to exit the menu.

Note

• You cannot adjust the sound quality for listening with headphones.
• If you perform sound adjustments with headphones connected, the new settings will become effective as soon as you disconnect the headphones.
• To restore the factory defaults for all items, press ↑/↓ to select "Reset" in step 3, and then press ENTER. A confirmation screen appears. Press ←/→ to select "Yes", and then press ENTER.

FOCUS

This shifts the apparent direction of the sound upward for more clearly defined sound.

1 Press HOME MENU.
2 Select "Sound" (↑/↓ then ENTER).
3 Select "FOCUS" (↑/↓).
4 Select the desired parameter ( / ).

Sound [STANDARD] Treble + 2 Bass 0 Balance 0 Reset FOCUS Off Front Surround Off Headphone Output Main Sub Volume 15

FOCUS

Selections Off Deactivates FOCUS.

On Activates FOCUS.

5 Press HOME MENU to exit the menu.

Note

• You cannot set up the sound field for listening with headphones.
• If you set up the sound field with headphones connected, the new setting will become effective as soon as you disconnect the headphones.
• The effect of this function differs depending on signals.

Front Surround

This provides three-dimensional sound effects and/or deep, rich bass.

1 Press HOME MENU.
2 Select "Sound" (↑/↓ then ENTER).
3 Select "Front Surround" (↑/↓).
4 Select the desired parameter ( / ).

Front Surround
Selections Off Deactivates both SRS and TruBass

SRS Reproduces highly effective three-dimensional sound.
TruBass (default)	Provides deep, rich bass using a new technology.
TruBass + SRS Provides both TruBass and SRS effects.

5 Press HOME MENU to exit the menu.

Note

• You cannot adjust the front surround effect for listening with headphones.
• If you change the front surround effect with headphones connected, the new setting will become effective as soon as you disconnect the headphones.
• You can also press (FRONT SURROUND) on the remote to change the selection.
  • SRS(●) (WOW) designates a status where the FOCUS is on and TruBass + SRS has been selected for Front Surround.
  • SRS(0) is a trademark of SRS Labs, Inc.
• WOW technology is incorporated under license from SRS Labs, Inc.
• The effect of this function differs depending on signals.

Listening to audio from the sub screen using headphones

With headphones connected, you can listen to audio coming from the sub screen when in the 2-Screen or Picture in Picture mode; audio coming from the main screen is output from the speakers.

1 Press HOME MENU.
2 Select "Sound" (↑/↓ then ENTER).
3 Select "Headphone Output" (↑/↓).
4 Select the desired parameter ( / ).

FOCUS Front Surround Headphone Output Sub Volume Off Off Main 15

Headphone Ouput

Selections Main Audio coming from the main screen is output from the PHONES output terminal.

Sub When in the 2-screen or picture-in-picture mode, audio coming from the sub screen is output from the PHONES output terminal.

5 Select "Sub Volume" (↑/↓).

6 Select the desired volume level ( / ).

Front Surround Off Headphone Output Sub Sub Volume 15

7 Press HOME MENU to exit the menu.

Note

- To adjust the volume for headphones after selecting "Sub", always use "Sub Volume" from the menu, whether the screen is in single, 2-picture or picture-in-picture mode. When the screen is in single mode with "Sub" selected, audio coming from the screen is output from the speakers even with headphones connected.

• Audio from a connected subwoofer is muted when you have selected "Sub" for "Headphone Output" and connected headphones.
• To adjust the volume of audio coming from the active (or main) screen with headphones, select "Main" in step 4 then use + / > on the remote.

Power Control

Power Control provides convenient functions for power saving.

Energy Save

You may use one of the three Energy Save modes to save power consumption.

1 Press HOME MENU.
2 Select "Power Control" (↑/↓ then ENTER).
3 Select "Energy Save" (↑/↓ then ENTER).

4 Select "Save1", "Save 2", or "Picture Off" (↑/↓ then ENTER).

Energy Save

Selections Standard Does not decrease the picture brightness.

Save1 Slightly lowers power consumption while slightly suppressing the brightness drop level.

Save2 Decreases the picture brightness and lowers power consumption.

Picture Off Deactivates the screen to save power. To restore the screen display, press any button other than + / = 1 (FRONT SURROUND) or 吹 .This setting is not memorized by the system.

5 Press HOME MENU to exit the menu.

Note

- When you change the Energy Save mode, you may notice a change in the panel sound. This is normal.

No Signal off (AV mode only)

The system will be automatically placed into the standby mode if no signal is received for 15 minutes.

1 Press HOME MENU.
2 Select "Power Control" (↑/↓ then ENTER).
3 Select "No Signal off" (↑/↓ then ENTER).
4 Select "Enable" (↑/↓ then ENTER).

No Signal Off

Selections Disable (default)	Does not place the system into the standby mode.
Enable Places the system into the standby mode if no signal is received for 15 minutes.

5 Press HOME MENU to exit the menu.

Note

• Five minutes before the system is placed into the standby mode, a message appears every minute.
• The system may not be placed into the standby mode when noise signals are present at the plasma display after a TV program finishes.

No Operation off (AV mode only)

The system will be automatically placed into the standby mode when no operation is performed for three hours.

1 Press HOME MENU.
2 Select "Power Control" (↑/↓ then ENTER).
3 Select "No Operation off" (↑/↓ then ENTER).
4 Select "Enable" (↑/↓ then ENTER).

No Operation Off

Selections Disable (default)	Does not place the system into the standby mode.
Enable Places the system into the standby mode if no operation is performed for three hours.

5 Press HOME MENU to exit the menu.

Note

- Five minutes before the system is placed into the standby mode, a message appears every minute.

Power Management (PC mode only)

The system will be automatically placed into the standby mode when no signal is received from the PC.

1 Press HOME MENU.
2 Select "Power Control" (↑/↓ then ENTER).
3 Select "Power Management" (↑/↓ then ENTER).
4 Select "Mode 1" or "Mode 2" (↑/↓ then ENTER).

Power Management
Selections Off (default) No power management

Mode 1 • Places the system into the standby mode when no signal is received from the personal computer for eight minutes. • Even when you start using the computer and a signal is received again, the system stays off. • The system is switched on again by pressing STANDBY/ON on the plasma display or ☑ on the remote control.

Mode 2 • Places the system into the standby mode when no signal is received from the personal computer for eight seconds.

• When you start using the computer and a signal is input again, the system is switched on.

• The system is switched on again by pressing STANDBY/ON on the plasma display or ☑ on the remote control.

5 Press HOME MENU to exit the menu.

Chapter 9

Useful adjustment settings

Switching the vertical drive frequency

You can switch the vertical drive frequency for screen display between 75 Hz and 100 Hz. Choose the drive frequency that best suits the broadcast signals in your area.

1 Press HOME MENU.
2 Select "Option" (↑/↓ then ENTER).
3 Select "Drive Mode" (↑/↓ then ENTER).
4 Select "75 Hz" or "100 Hz" (↑/↓ then ENTER).

Drive Mode ● 75Hz 100Hz

5 Press HOME MENU to exit the menu.

Note

• This setting can be made for each input source separately.
• Selections are effective only for the following input signals: PAL/SECAM, 576i, 576p, 1080i@50 Hz, 720p@50 Hz.
• This setting cannot be made when 480i, 480p, 1080i@60 Hz, 720p@60 Hz, or 1080p@24 Hz signals are input.
• If you select "Auto" for "Side Mask" (page 37), the selection for "Drive Mode" becomes ineffective.

Adjusting image positions (AV mode only)

Adjust the horizontal and vertical positions of images on the plasma display.

1 Press HOME MENU.
2 Select "Option" (↑/↓ then ENTER).
3 Select "Position" (↑/↓ then ENTER).
4 Select "H/V Position Adjust" (↑/↓ then ENTER).

Position H/V Position Adjust Reset

5 Adjust the vertical position (↑/↓) or the horizontal position (↔/→).

6 Press HOME MENU to exit the menu.

Note

• To restore the factory defaults for all items, press ↑/↓ to select "Reset" in step 4, and then press ENTER. A confirmation screen appears. Press ←/→ to select "Yes", and then press ENTER.
• Adjustments are stored separately according to input source.

- Depending on the displayed video, the image position may not change even after adjustment.

Adjusting image positions and clock automatically (PC mode only)

Use Auto Setup to automatically adjust the positions and clock of images coming from a personal computer.

1 Press HOME MENU.
2 Select "Option" (↑/↓ then ENTER).
3 Select "Auto Setup" (↑/↓ then ENTER).

Option Auto Setup Manual Setup

- Auto Setup starts.

4 Press HOME MENU to exit the menu.

Note

• When Auto Setup is finished, "Auto Setup completed." appears.
• Even when "Auto Setup completed." appears, Auto Setup may have failed, depending on conditions.
• Auto Setup may fail with a PC image composed of similar patterns or monochrome. If not successful, change the PC image and try again.
• Be sure to connect the computer to the plasma display and switch it on before starting Auto Setup.

Adjusting image positions and clock manually (PC mode only)

Usually you can easily adjust the positions and clock of images using Auto Setup. Use Manual Setup to optimize the positions and clock of images when necessary.

1 Press HOME MENU.
2 Select "Option" (↑/↓ then ENTER).
3 Select "Manual Setup" (↑/↓ then ENTER).
4 Select the item to be adjusted ( / then ENTER).

Manual Setup H/V Position Adjust Clock 0 Phase 0 Reset

5 Perform adjustment (↑/↓/←/→).

- With "Clock" or "Phase" selected, you can change the parameter using ↑/↓.

6 Press HOME MENU to exit the menu.

Note

- To restore the factory defaults for all the items, press ↑/↓ to select "Reset" in step 4, and then press ENTER. A confirmation screen appears. Press ←/→ to select "Yes", and then press ENTER.

Color system setting

If an image does not appear clearly, select another color system (e.g., PAL, NTSC).

1 Press HOME MENU.
2 Select "Option" (↑/↓ then ENTER).
3 Select "Color System" (↑/↓ then ENTER).
4 Select a video signal system (↑/↓ then ENTER).

Color System ● Auto PAL SECAM NTSC 4.43NTSC PAL-M PAL-N

• You can select "Auto", "PAL", "SECAM", "NTSC", "4.43NTSC", "PAL-M" or "PAL-N".
• With "Auto" selected, input signals are automatically identified.

5 Press HOME MENU to exit the menu.

Note

• The factory default is "Auto".
- You need to perform color system setting for each of INPUT 1, 2, 3 and 5.
- For the color system setting, see steps 11 and 12 under Setting up TV channels manually on page 25.

Selecting a screen size manually

Press 📄️ switch among the screen size options selectable for the type of video signals currently received.

Each time you press 📄 the selection is switched.

The selectable screen sizes differ depending on the types of input signals.

Important

- If images with black bands on both sides or top and bottom of the screen – when using the "4:3", "FULL 14:9", "Dot by Dot" or "CINEMA 14:9" modes, for example – are displayed continuously for long periods or for shorter periods of time over several days, image retention may result. It is recommended that you enjoy watching images displayed in full screen, except when doing so may result in copyright infringement.

AV mode

Item Description

4:3 For 4:3 'standard' pictures. A side mask appears on each side.

FULL 14:9 For 14:9 squeeze pictures. A thin side mask appears on each side.

CINEMA 14:9 For 14:9 letterbox pictures. A thin side mask appears on each side, and you may also see bars on the top and bottom with some programs.

WIDE In this mode the picture is progressively stretched toward each side of the screen.

FULL For 16:9 squeeze pictures.

ZOOM For 16:9 letterbox pictures. Bars may appear on the top and bottom with some programs.

CINEMA For 14:9 letterbox pictures. Bars may appear on the top and bottom on some programs.

PC mode (for non-XGA signals)

Item Description

4:3 Fills the screen without altering the input signal aspect ratio.

FULL Full 16:9 screen display.

Dot by Dot Matches input signal with same number of screen pixels.

PC mode (for XGA signals)

Item Description

4:3 Matches input signal with the same number of screen pixels. Optimized for 1024 x 768 display.

FULL 1 Full 16:9 screen display Optimized for 1024 x 768 display

FULL 2 For wide signal display Use when displaying 1360 x 768 signal resolution.

AV mode

graph TD
    A["4:3"] --> B["CINEMA"]
    A --> C["FULL 14:9"]
    B --> D["ZOOM"]
    C --> E["CINEMA 14:9"]
    D --> F["FULL"]
    E --> G["WIDE"]
    F --> H["Feedback to CINEMA"]

PC mode (for non-XGA signals)

PC mode (for XGA signals)

Note

• The specifications given for the PC mode are for the PDP-507XG. For the PDP-427XG, the number of panel pixels is different, and thus signal processing and actual viewing conditions will vary slightly.
• While watching High Definition TV broadcasting, pressing switches among FULL, WIDE, 4:3, and ZOOM.
• Some HD broadcasts may display 4:3 content with side masks, which may cause uneven wear. After viewing it is recommended to view full-screen motion video.

Selecting a screen size automatically

The plasma display automatically selects an appropriate screen size when the received video signals contain WSS (wide screen signaling) information or when video signals are received from a connected HDMI equipment (see Using the HDMI Inputs on page 43). To activate this function, use the following procedure.

1 Press HOME MENU.
2 Select "Option" (↑/↓ then ENTER).
3 Select "Auto Size" (↑/↓ then ENTER).
4 Select "On" (↑/↓ then ENTER).

Auto Size ● Off On

Item Description

Off (default) Deactivates the Auto Size function.

On Activates the Auto Size function.

5 Press HOME MENU to exit the menu.

Note

• Manually select an appropriate screen size if an image does not automatically switch to a correct screen format.
• When the video signal contains no aspect ratio information, the function will not work even with "On" selected.

Selecting a screen size for 4:3 aspect ratio signals

Specify whether the plasma display should choose the 4:3 mode or WIDE mode when 4:3 aspect ratio signals are received with the Auto Size function activated.

1 Press HOME MENU.
2 Select "Option" (↑/↓ then ENTER).
3 Select "4:3 Mode" (↑/↓ then ENTER).
4 Select "WIDE" or "4:3" (↑/↓ then ENTER).

4:3 Mode ● WIDE 4:3

Item Description

WIDE (default) Wide image without side masks.

4:3 Keeps the 4:3 aspect ratio and presents side masks.

WIDE 4:3

5 Press HOME MENU to exit the menu.

Changing the brightness at both sides of the screen (Side Mask)

With the 4:3, FULL 14:9, or CINEMA 14:9 screen size selected, you can change the brightness of the grey side masks that appear at both sides of the screen.

Important

- The "Auto" setting adjusts the brightness of the side masks according to the brightness of the screen and can reduce the possibility of image retention.

1 Press HOME MENU.
2 Select "Option" (↑/↓ then ENTER).
3 Select "Side Mask" (↑/↓ then ENTER).
4 Select the desired parameter (↑/↓ then ENTER).

Side Mask ● Fixed Auto

Item Description

Fixed (default) Always sets the same brightness for the grey side masks.

Auto Adjusts the brightness of the grey side masks according to the brightness of images.

5 Press HOME MENU to exit the menu.

Note

- If you select "Auto", the selection for "Drive Mode" (see page 35) becomes ineffective.

Sleep Timer

When the selected time elapses, the Sleep Timer automatically places the system into the standby mode.

1 Press HOME MENU.

2 Select "Sleep Timer" (↑/↓ then ENTER).

3 Select the desired time ( / then ENTER).

Select from "Off" (cancel), "30 min.", "60 min.", "90 min.", and "120 min.".

4 Press HOME MENU to exit the menu.

Note

• Five minutes before the selected time elapses, the remaining time appears every minute.
• To check the remaining time, perform steps 1 and 2. After checking the time, press HOME MENU to restore the previous display.
• The SLEEP indicator on the front of the plasma display lights up in orange when the Sleep Timer is set.

Using a password (AV mode only)

The plasma display provides a Child lock function for preventing children from watching inappropriate programs. You need to enter a password when watching programs with "Block" specified. Before the system is shipped, "1234" is preset as the factory-default password. You can however, change the password as you want.

You will need to enter the password before using the "Auto Installation", "Analog TV Setup", or "Password" functions from the Home Menu to prevent unauthorized changes to the settings.

Entering a password

In a case where you select a channel blocked with Child lock function or if password entry is requested when attempting to open the menu, enter a password correctly.

- Enter a correct 4-digit password using buttons 0 to 9.

Please Input Your Password.

Note

• If you fail password entry three times, "Invalid password," appears, and the menu is closed. In order to display the password entry screen again to unlock the password, select the blocked channel or open the menu again.
• If the password entry screen disappears before entry, you may recall it by pressing ENTER.

Changing the password

Use the following procedure to change the password.

1 Press HOME MENU.

2 Select "Setup" (↑/↓ then ENTER).

3 Select "Password" (↑/↓ then ENTER).

The password entry screen appears. Enter the current 4-digit password using buttons 0 to 9.

4 Select "Change Password" (↑/↓ then ENTER).

5 Enter a 4-digit password to be newly set, using the buttons 0 to 9.

Change Password Please Input New Password. Reconfirm New Password.

6 Enter the same password that you have entered in step 5.

• If a different password is entered, the operation goes back to step 5 for reentry from the beginning.
• You can try up to three times to reconfirm the new password before the Change Password screen is automatically exited.

7 Press HOME MENU to exit the menu.

Note

• Take a note of the newly set password and keep it handy.

Resetting the password function

1 Press HOME MENU.
2 Select "Setup" (↑/↓ then ENTER).
3 Select "Password" (↑/↓ then ENTER).
The password entry screen appears. Enter your 4-digit password using buttons 0 to 9.
4 Select "Reset" (↑/↓ then ENTER).
5 Select "Yes" (←/→ then ENTER).
6 Press HOME MENU to exit the menu.

Note

- The above procedure will reset the password to the factory default (1 2 3 4).

We suggest you write down your password so you don't forget it.

PDP-507XG / PDP-427XG Your password No.:

If you forget the password

When the message "Please Input Your Password" is displayed, press the ENTER button on the remote control unit and hold it down for 3 seconds or longer.

The password reverts to "1234".

Chapter 10

Using with other equipment

You can connect many types of external equipment to your plasma display, like a digital tuner, VCR, DVD player, personal computer, game console, and camcorder.

To view images coming from external equipment, select the input source using the INPUT buttons on the remote control (page 14) or the INPUT button on the plasma display.

Caution

- To protect all equipment, always unplug the plasma display from the power outlet before connecting to a digital tuner, VCR, DVD player, personal computer, game console, camcorder, or other external equipment.

Note

• Unless stated otherwise, the connecting cables shown in the illustrations are readily available commercially, but are not supplied with this product.
• Refer to the relevant operation manual (DVD player, personal computer, etc.) carefully before making connections.

Connecting a digital tuner

You can use the INPUT 1 terminal when connecting a digital tuner and other audiovisual equipment.

Use either a component, S-Video or standard video cable for the video signal. Use a stereo audio cable for the audio. (If you're using the standard video input, you can use a red/white/yellow audio/video cable.)

PDP-427XG (rear) S-Video cable Audio/Video cable Component video cable Digital tuner

Displaying broadcasts via a digital tuner

To watch a digital tuner image, press INPUT 1 on the remote control unit or use the INPUT button on the plasma display to select INPUT 1.

Note

• Signal priority for the INPUT 1 terminals is (1) Component video, (2) S-Video, (3) Video.
• Connect only the type of video cable that will actually be used.
• Refer to your digital tuner operation manual for the signal types available.

Connecting a DVD player

Use the INPUT 2 terminal when connecting to a DVD player and other audiovisual equipment.

Use either a component, S-Video or standard video cable for the video signal. Use a stereo audio cable for the audio. (If you're using the standard video input, you can use a red/white/yellow audio/video cable.)

PDP-427XG (rear) S-Video cable Audio/Video cable Component video cable DVD player

DVD playback

To watch a DVD, press INPUT 2 on the remote control unit or press INPUT on the plasma display to select INPUT 2.

Note

• Signal priority for the INPUT 2 terminals is (1) Component video, (2) S-Video, (3) Video.
• Connect only the type of video cable that will actually be used.
• Refer to your DVD player operation manual for the signal types available.

Connecting a VCR

Use the INPUT 3 terminals when connecting a VCR and other audiovisual equipment.

Use either an S-Video or standard video cable for the video signal. Use a stereo audio cable for the audio. (If you're using the standard video input, you can use a red/white/yellow audio/video cable.)

PDP-427XG (rear) S-Video cable Audio/Video cable VCR

VCR playback

To watch a VCR image, press INPUT 3 on the remote control unit or press INPUT on the plasma display to select INPUT 3.

Note

• Signal priority for the INPUT 3 terminals is (1) S-Video, (2) Video.
• Connect only the type of video cable that will actually be used.
  • Refer to your VCR operation manual for the signal types available.

Connecting a game console or camcorder

Use the INPUT 5 terminals to connect a game console, camcorder and other audiovisual equipment.

Use either an S-Video or standard video cable for the video signal. Use a stereo audio cable for the audio. (If you're using the standard video input, you can use a red/white/yellow audio/video cable.)

Audio/Video cable S-Video cable Game console / camcorder

Displaying an image from the game console or camcorder

To watch an image coming from the game console or camcorder, press INPUT 5 on the remote control unit or press INPUT on the plasma display to select INPUT 5.

Note

• Signal priority for the INPUT 5 terminals is (1) S-Video, (2) Video.
• Connect only the type of video cable that will actually be used.

Connecting a personal computer

Use the PC terminals to connect a personal computer.

• The PC input terminal is DDC1/2B-compatible.

PDP-427XG (rear) Stereo mini jack cable RGB cable PC

Displaying an image from a personal computer

To watch an image coming from the personal computer, press PC on the remote control unit or use the INPUT button on the plasma display to select PC.

When connecting to a personal computer, the correct input signal type is automatically detected. If the personal computer image does not come in clearly, you may need to use Auto Setup menu. See page 35.

Note

- The PC terminals cannot be used for audiovisual equipment.

Resolution Frequency
720 x 400 70 Hz
640 x 480 60 Hz
	72 Hz
	75 Hz
800 x 600 56 Hz
	60 Hz
	72 Hz
	75 Hz
1024 x 768 60 Hz
	70 Hz
	75 Hz
1360 x 768	60 Hz

Connecting an amplifier/AV receiver

You can enjoy more powerful sound by connecting an amplifier/AV receiver and subwoofer to the plasma display.

PDP-427XG (rear) Audio cable Stereo audio cable Amplifier/ AV receiver Subwoofer

Note

• For details, refer to the operation manual for the audio equipment to be connected.
• If your amplifier/AV receiver has a subwoofer output, it is not necessary to connect the subwoofer output on the plasma display.
• Audio signals corresponding to the currently displayed images are always output to the MONITOR OUT and SUBWOOFER terminals.
• Audio from a connected subwoofer is muted when you have selected "Sub" for "Headphone Output" (page 33) and connected headphones.

Avoiding unwanted feedback

You can prevent unwanted feedback from adversely affecting the quality of images. Specify the output terminal whose output is to be inhibited.

1 Press HOME MENU.
2 Select "Option" (↑/↓ then ENTER).
3 Select "Monitor Out" (↑/↓ then ENTER).
4 Select the desired parameter (↑/↓ then ENTER).

Monitor Out ● Always Output INPUT1 Prohibit INPUT2 Prohibit INPUT3 Prohibit INPUT4 Prohibit INPUT5 Prohibit

Item Description

Always Output Outputs composite video and audio signals no matter which input source is selected.

INPUT 1 Prohibit Does not output composite video and audio signals when INPUT 1 is selected.

INPUT 2 Prohibit Does not output composite video and audio signals when INPUT 2 is selected.

INPUT 3 Prohibit Does not output composite video and audio signals when INPUT 3 is selected.

INPUT 4 Prohibit Does not output composite video and audio signals when INPUT 4 is selected.

INPUT 5 Prohibit Does not output composite video and audio signals when INPUT 5 is selected.

5 Press HOME MENU to exit the menu.

Note

- The INPUT 4 video signal is not output from the MONITOR OUT jack regardless of this setting.

Using the HDMI Inputs

The INPUT 3 and INPUT 4 terminals include HDMI terminals to which digital video and audio signals can be input. To use the HDMI terminals, activate the terminal and specify the types of video and audio signals to be received from the connected equipment. For the types of these signals, see the operation manual that came with the connected equipment.

Before starting the menu, press INPUT 3 or INPUT 4 on the remote control unit or press INPUT on the plasma display to select INPUT 3 or INPUT 4.

Input signal correlation table

1920 x 1080i@50 Hz

720 x 576p@50 Hz

1280 x 720p@50 Hz

720(1440) x 576 @50 Hz

1920 x 1080i@59.94 Hz/60 Hz

720 x 480p@59.94 Hz/60 Hz

1280 x 720p@59.94 Hz/60 Hz

720(1440) x 480 @o9.94 Hz/60 Hz

1920 x 1080p@24 Hz

For audio, the system supports the following:

• Linear PCM (STEREO 2ch)
• Sampling frequency: 32 kHz, 44.1 kHz, 48 kHz

Note

• PC signals are not compatible with the HDMI terminal.
• It may take a short while until the image is displayed, depending on the equipment connected.

Connecting HDMI equipment

There are two HDMI inputs, labeled INPUT 3 and INPUT 4.

For INPUT 3, connect an HDMI cable for the video and (if necessary) a stereo audio cable for analog audio. You can select the audio and video format according to the device you've connected – see below for more.

PDP-427XG (rear) Stereo audio cable HDMI cable carrying the HDMI mark HDMI device

For INPUT 4, connect just an HDMI cable – this carries both the audio and video signals.

PDP-427XG (rear) HDMI cable carrying the HDMI mark HDMI device

Activating the INPUT 3 HDMI terminal

1 Press HOME MENU.
2 Select "Option" (↑/↓ then ENTER).
3 Select "HDMI Input" (↑/↓ then ENTER).
4 Select "Setting" (↑/↓ then ENTER).
5 Select "Enable" (↑/↓ then ENTER).

Item Description

Disable (default) Deactivates the INPUT 3 HDMI terminal.

Enable Activates the INPUT 3 HDMI terminal.

6 Press HOME MENU to exit the menu.

Note

- You need not manually activate the INPUT 4 HDMI terminal.

To specify the type of digital video signals:

1 Repeat steps 1 to 3 provided for "Activating the INPUT 3 HDMI terminal".
2 Select "Video" (↑/↓ then ENTER).
3 Select the type of digital video signals (↑/↓ then ENTER).

- If you select "Auto", an attempt will be made to identify the type of digital video signals when digital video signals are received.

Item Description

Auto (default) Automatically identifies input digital video signals.

Color-1 Digital Component Video signals (4:2:2) locked

Color-2 Digital Component Video signals (4:4:4) locked

Color-3 Digital RGB signals locked

4 Press HOME MENU to exit the menu.

Note

• If you select a parameter other than "Auto", make such a setting that results in natural color.
• If no image appears, or images appear in inappropriate colors, specify another digital video signal type.
• For the digital video signal types to be specified, check the operation manual that came with the connected equipment.

To specify the type of audio signals:

When using the INPUT 3 HDMI terminal, you need to specify the type of audio signals.

1 Repeat steps 1 to 3 provided for "Activating the INPUT 3 HDMI terminal".
2 Select "Audio" (↑/↓ then ENTER).
3 Select the type of audio signals (↑/↓ then ENTER).

- If you select "Auto", an attempt will be made to identify the type of audio signals when audio signals are received.

Item Description

Auto (default) Automatically identifies the input signals.

Digital Accepts digital audio signals.

analog Accepts analog audio signals.

4 Press HOME MENU to exit the menu.

Note

• The INPUT 4 HDMI terminal accepts only digital audio signals.
• If no sound is output, specify another audio signal type.
• For the audio signal types to be specified, check the operation manual that came with the connected equipment.
• Depending on the equipment to be connected, you also need to connect analog audio cables.

Using control cords

Connect control cords between the plasma display and other Pioneer equipment having the F-F SR go to be able to operate the connected equipment via the remote control sensor on the plasma display.

After the CONTROL IN terminals have been connected, the remote control sensors on the connected equipment do not accept commands from the remote control units. Face the remote control units to the remote control sensor on the plasma display when operating the connected equipment.

graph TD
    A["PDP-427XG (rear)"] --> B["Mono mini jack cable"]
    B --> C1["CONTROL1"]
    B --> C2["CONTROL1"]
    B --> C3["CONTROL1"]
    B --> C4["CONTROL1"]
    C1 --> D1["Server"]
    C2 --> D2["Server"]
    C3 --> D3["Server"]
    C4 --> D4["Server"]

Note

• Use no-resistance mono mini jack audio cables for SR connections.
• Make sure that the power is turned off when making connections.
• Complete all component connections before making control cord connections.

About SR+

The CONTROL OUT terminal supports SR+ to allow linked operations with a Pioneer AV receiver. SR+ features functions such as automatic input switching and DSP surround mode display.

For more information, see the user's manual for the Pioneer AV receiver supporting SR+.

Note

• Use special SR+ cables available from Pioneer for the connection.
• When using SR+, connect the plasma display directly to the receiver with the SR+ cable.
• When connected with SR+, the volume of the plasma display is temporarily muted.

Chapter 11

Using Teletext

Using the Teletext Functions

What is Teletext?

Teletext broadcasts pages of information and entertainment to specially equipped television sets. Your plasma display receives Teletext signals broadcast by TV networks, and decodes them into graphical format for viewing. News, weather and sports information, stock exchange prices and program previews are among many services available.

Important

- Displaying Teletext pages for a long period of time, or for shorter periods of time everyday, may result in image retention.

INPUT 1 2 3 4 B PC 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 ON RETURN ON + I-B + - - RETURN HOME MENU ENTER IN SELECTED 55 56

graph TD
    A["Image Processing"] --> B["TELETEXT"]
    B --> C["Output"]

Operating the Teletext basics

Turning on and off Teletext

1 Select a TV channel or external input source providing a Teletext program.

2 Press ☐ to display the Teletext (full screen).

3 Press 📄 again to display the Teletext on the right screen and normal image on the left screen.

• Each time you press 📄, the screen switches as shown to the left.
- If you select a program with no Teletext signal, "Cannot display Teletext." appears.

Selecting and operating Teletext pages

Use the following remote control buttons to select and operate Teletext pages.

Color (RED/GREEN/YELLOW/BLUE):

You can select a group or block of pages displayed in the colored brackets at the bottom of the screen by pressing the corresponding color (RED/GREEN/YELLOW/BLUE) on the remote control unit.

0 to 9:

Directly select any page from 100 to 899 by using 0 to 9.

/

Selects the next or previous page.

图：

Each time you press 🔒, the teletext image switches as shown below.

≡? :

To display hidden information such as an answer to a quiz, press E?

Press ☑ again to hide the information.

图：

To stop updating Teletext pages, press 📄

Press again to release the hold mode.

图：

Displays an Index page for the CEEFAX/FLOF format. Displays a TOP Over View page for the TOP format.

Note

- Before displaying the Teletext, return the screen to the single-screen mode.

Displaying subpages

You can display several subpages as they are transmitted.

203 TEXT 203 01:44:37 P- P+ Life Promis 01 02 03 04

1 Press ☐ to display Teletext.

- If you open a page containing subpages, the subpages are automatically displayed in sequence.

2 To quit automatic subpage change, press ←/→.

- You can then manually change subpages by pressing / .

Note

- Pressing ☐/☐Causes the page to be changed and the subpage screen to disappear.

- Pressing stops automatic subpage change and performs its respective button function.

Displaying TOP Over View

When receiving TOP Teletext, you can read a TOP text overview.

TOP Over View BLOCK PAGES TV PROGRAMS COLOUR BAR WEATHER NEWS MOVIE LOCAL SPORTS BLOCK 1 BLOCK 2 BLOCK 3 GROUP PAGES FOOT BALL BASKETBALL TENNIS SKI JUDO SWIM GROUP 1 GROUP 2 GROUP 3 GROUP 4

1 Press ☐ to display Teletext.

2 While receiving TOP Teletext, press 📄 to display TOP Over View.

3 Press ↑/↓ and ←/→ to select the desired block or group pages, and then press ENTER.

Note

- When the TOP Over View screen is in display, no other buttons are available than + / - 1 = 1 and

Displaying subtitle pages

You can display several subtitles as they are transmitted.

1 Press ☐ to display the subtitle.

Subtitle is updated by the information sent by the broadcasting station.

2 Press ☐ again to access next available subtitle screen.

Chapter 12

Additional information

Troubleshooting

Problem Possible solution
• No power.• The system cannot be switched on.	• Is the power cord disconnected? (See page 17.)• Has POWER switch been turned on? (See page 19.)• Check if you pressed buttons 0 to 9 or 0 on the remote control unit. (See page 19.)• If the indicator on the system lights up red, press a number button, 0 to 9, or 0.
• The system cannot be operated.	• External influences such as lightning, static electricity, etc., may cause improper operation.• In this case, operate the system after first turning off the power of the plasma display, or unplugging the power cord and re-plugging it in after 1 or 2 minutes.
• Remote control unit does not operate.	• Are batteries inserted with polarity (+,-) aligned? (See page 18.)• Are batteries worn out? Replace with new batteries. (See page 18.)• Operate the remote control unit while pointing it toward the remote control sensor on the plasma display. (See page 18.)• Are you using it under strong or fluorescent lighting?• Is a fluorescent light illuminated to remote control sensor?
• No image and audio is presented.	• Check if an external input has been unintentionally selected although you want to watch a TV channel. (See page 20.)• Check if you have selected a channel blocked with Child Lock. (See page 26.)• Enter a password to temporarily cancel Child Lock. (See page 38.)• Check the cable connection with the antenna. (See page 16.)• Check the cable connection with the other equipment. (See pages 40 to 44.)
• No picture.• Is connection to other components correct? (See pages 40 to 44.)• Is a non-compatible PC signal being input? (See page 42.)
• Audio is output but no image is presented.	• Check if you have selected "Picture Off" for Energy Save. With this option selected, the screen is deactivated: only sound is output. To restore the screen display, press any button other than (FRONT SURROUND). △+/- or △-see page 34).
• Images are presented but no audio is output.	• Check if you have selected the minimum volume. (See page 20.)• Check that no headphones are connected.• Check that the sound is not muted. (See page 20.)• Check that the audio input is also connected. (See pages 40 to 42.)• Check the sound system selected for a TV channel where problems have occurred (see page 21). Reselect the correct sound system.
• Sound is output from only a single speaker.	• Has the balance been correctly adjusted? (See page 32.)• Check that the speakers are connected properly (PDP-507XG only).
• Sound is reversed between the left and right speakers (PDP-507XG only).	• The speakers are wired to the wrong speaker terminals.
• Picture is cut off.• Is the image position correct? (See page 35.)• Has the correct screen size been selected? (See page 36.)
• Strange color, light color, dark or color misalignment.	• Adjust the picture tone. (See pages 28 to 31.)• Is the room too bright? The picture may look dark in a room that is too bright.• Check the color system setting. (See page 36.)
• After-image lag.	• After displaying a still image or a very bright image for a certain period of time, if the screen is then switched to a darker scene, the previous image may appear as an after-image.• This can be rectified by playing a rather bright moving image for several minutes. However, displaying a still image for excessively long periods of time may cause permanent display deterioration.
• Brightness and color tone on both sides differ from those in the center in 4:3 mode.	• If images in 4:3 mode or letterbox images are displayed for long periods or for shorter periods over several days, an after-image may remain due to burning. This is a characteristic of plasma displays.• We recommend that you enjoy watching images in a full screen mode as much as possible. (See page 36.)• When watching images in 4:3 mode, we recommend you select "Auto" for the Side Mask setting. This adjusts the brightness of the grey side masks according to the brightness of the main image. (See page 37.)
• Power is suddenly turned off.	• The system's internal temperature has increased. Remove any objects blocking vent or clean. (See page 15.)• Check the power control setting. (See page 34.)• Check the sleep timer setting. (See page 38.)
• Panel sounds /noises.	• Panel generated sounds-for example, fan motor noise, electrical circuit humming, glass panel buzzing-are normal operation of a phosphor-based matrix display.• When you change the Energy Save mode, you may notice a change in the panel sound. This is normal.

Problem Possible solution

- POWER ON indicator or STANDBY indicator is quickly flashing.

• Internal protective circuits may have been activated. First turn the main power off by pressing POWER on the plasma display, and then turn the power on again in after one minute or more.
• If the problem is not solved with this, contact a Pioneer Service Center or Pioneer Authorized Independent Service company. These are listed on your warranty card for each country or region.

If the following error codes appear on the screen, check the corresponding items in the table.

Code Message Check

SD04 and SD11 Powering off. Internal temperature too high.Check temperature around PDP.		Check if the ambient temperature of the plasma display is high.
SD05 PDP-507XG	Internal protection circuit turns power off.Is there a short in the speaker cable?PDP-427XGInternal protection circuit turns power off.	Check the speaker cable connections between the plasma display and the speakers.Contact a Pioneer Service Center or Pioneer Authorized Independent Service company. These are listed on your warranty card for each country or region.

Signal assignments for 15-pin D-sub connector

Pin No. Signal assignment Pin No. Signal assignment

1 R 9 +5 V
2 G 10 GND (ground)
3 B 11 Not connected
4 Not connected 12 SDA
5 Not connected 13 HD
6 GND (ground) 14 VD
7 GND (ground) 15 SCL
8 GND (ground)

Standard channel allocation selections for countries and regions

Region Standard channel allocation Region Standard channel allocation

Taiwan Cable (US Type)	Lebanon Normal
Hong Kong	Normal	United Arab Emirates	Normal
Philippines	Cable (US Type)	Mexico	Cable (US Type)
Thailand Normal	Chile	Cable (US Type)
Malaysia	Normal	Brazil	Cable (US Type)
Singapore	Normal	Australia	Normal
Indonesia	Normal	New Zealand	Normal
Saudi Arabia	Normal	Egypt	Normal
Israel	Normal	South Africa	Normal

Specifications

Item 50" Plasma Display, model: PDP-507XG 42" Plasma Display, model: PDP-427XG
Number of pixels 1365 x 768 pixels 1024 x 768 pixels
Audio amplifier 13 W + 13 W (1 kHz, 10 %, 8 Ω)
Speakers - Woofer: 4.8 cm x 13 cm cone type
			-Tweeter: 2.5 cm semidome type
Surround System SRS/FOCUS/TruBass
Power Requirements			110 V to 240 V ~, 50 Hz/60 Hz, 348 W (0.2 W Standby)	110 V to 240 V ~, 50 Hz/60 Hz, 293 W (0.2 W Standby)
Dimensions 1224 mm (W) x 717 mm (H) x 115 mm (D) 1040 mm (W) x 679 mm (H) x 115 mm (D)
Weight			34.1 kg (75.2 lbs.)	29.0 kg (64.0 lbs.)
Color System			PAL/SECAM/NTSC/4.43 NTSC/PAL-M/PAL-N
TV Function	Receiving System		PAL: B/G, D/K, I SECAM: B/G, D/K NTSC: M/N
	Turner	VHF/UHF	44.25 MHz to 863.25 MHz
		CATV	Hyper-band, S1 ch to S41ch
	Auto Channel Preset		99 ch (Normal), 68 ch (Air, US Type), 125 ch (Cable, US Type), Auto Preset
	Audio multiplex		NICAM/A2/BTSC System
Terminals	Rear	INPUT 1	COMPONENT VIDEO in, S-VIDEO in, AV in
		INPUT 2	COMPONENT VIDEO in, S-VIDEO in, AV in
		INPUT 3	S-VIDEO in, AV in, HDMI In*1
		INPUT 4	HDMI In*1
		PC INPUT	ANALOG RGB, AUDIO (STEREO) in
		CONTROL OUT	1
		MONITOR OUT	AV out
		SUBWOOFER	Variable
		SPEAKER	8 Ω to 16 Ω	-
		Antenna	75 Ω Din Type for VHF/UHF in
	Side	INPUT 5	S-VIDEO, AV in
		PHONES OUTPUT	16 Ω to 32 Ω recommended

^** This conforms to HDMI1.1 and HDCP1.1, HDMI (High Definition Multimedia Interface) is a digital interface that handles both video and audio using a single cable. HDCP (High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection) is a technology used to protect copyrighted digital contents that use the Digital Visual Interface (DVI).
Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.

Trademarks

- FOCUS, WOW, SRS and (●)® symbol are trademarks of SRS Labs, Inc.

- FOCUS and SRS technologies are incorporated under license from SRS Labs, Inc.

- This product includes FontAvenue ^® fonts licensed by NEC Corporation.

• FontAvenue is a registered trademark of NEC Corporation.

• Microsoft is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation.

• HDMI, the HDMI logo and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC.

• The names of companies or institutions are trademarks or registered trademarks of the respective companies or institutions.

IMPORTANTE

Surround frontal....33

Illustration of two hand positioning diagrams showing a device with highlighted regions (no text or symbols)

Nota

Technical diagram of a device rear panel with labeled ports and internal components, including a close-up view of the component.

PDP-507XG (parte trasera)

Technical diagram of a server rack with an attached drive, showing no text or symbols

Diagram illustrating mechanical assembly steps with labeled components and directional arrows

Speaker cables Bead band

Diagram of a battery pack with two batteries and a tray, no text or symbols present

graph LR
    A["III MONO"] --> B["Block"]
    B --> C["Block"]

Side-by-side comparison of a lakeside scene with houses and trees, showing structural changes (no text or symbols)

Split black-and-white photo showing a city skyline on the left and a building with a large sign on the right, both without any visible text or symbols.

Black-and-white cityscape photo showing a modern high-rise building with a blue sky and clouds, alongside a side-by-side comparison of the same building (no text or symbols visible)

Two black-and-white photos showing urban buildings under a cloudy sky, with no visible text or symbols.

AIF SELECTION (●)

- P u . s e

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 A B C D E F G H I J Delete K L M N O P Q R S T Space U V W X Y Z , . : ; & ' ( ) + - * / @ OK

graph TD
    A["Cityscape image"] --> B["Teletexto"]
    B --> C["Teletexto"]
    C --> A

1 2 3 4 5 PC 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 PIONEER PLASMA DISPLAY 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 WHIP WHIP WHIP WHIP WHIP WHIP WHIP WHIP WHIP WHIP WHIP WHIP WHIP WHIP WHIP WHIP WHIP WHIP WHIP WHIP WHIP WHIP WHIP WHIP WHIP WHIP WHIP WHIP WHIP WHIP WHIP WHIP

1

Liga o monitor de plasma ou coloca-o no modo de espera.

2 INPUT

Illustration showing two hand positioning exercises with magnified views of a device (no text or symbols)

Nota

Technical diagram of a device rear panel with labeled ports and a magnified inset showing a component detail.

PDP-507XG (parte traseira)

Technical diagram of an electronic device rear panel with a zoomed-in inset showing internal components (no text or labels)

Diagram illustrating two mechanical or electrical setups with labeled components and directional arrows

Speaker cables Bead band

Diagram of a remote control casing with battery terminals and internal compartments (no text or symbols)

Sensor 30° 7 m 30° Sensor do controle remoto SR

Nota

graph LR
    A["III MONO"] --> B["III MONO"]
    B --> C["III MONO"]

Black-and-white cityscape with modern buildings and waterfront, no visible text or symbols

Four-panel black-and-white photo collage showing urban and commercial scenes: storefronts, waterfront, city skyline, and building complex (no visible text or symbols)

Four-panel black-and-white photo sequence showing city skyline changes under cloudy sky, with arrows indicating direction of change (no text or symbols)

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 A B C D E F G H I J Delete K L M N O P Q R S T Space U V W X Y Z , . : ; & ' ( ) + - * / _ @ OK

graph TD
    A["Input Image"] --> B["Teletexto"]
    B --> C["Output Image"]
    C --> D["Final Output Image"]

Copyright © 2005 Pioneer Corporation.

20 PC INPUT (AUDIO(STEREO))

21 CONTROL OUT

Two-step illustration showing hand positioning on a device, with magnified views highlighting internal components (no text or symbols)

備註

PDP-427XG (後面)

PDP-507XG (後面)

安裝和拆卸扎線扣

Diagram illustrating two mechanical or electrical setups with labeled components and directional arrows

Diagram of a battery pack with two cylindrical batteries and a slot, no text or symbols present

Side-by-side comparison of a lakeside scene with houses and trees, showing structural changes (no text or symbols)

Black-and-white cityscape photo showing a modern building with a large signboard and adjacent urban skyline under a cloudy sky (no visible text or symbols)

Two black-and-white photos showing a city skyline with buildings and a person walking, one with an arrow pointing to the left (no text or symbols visible)

Two black-and-white photos showing urban buildings under a cloudy sky, with no visible text or symbols.

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 A B C D E F G H JDelete K L M N O P Q R S T Space U V W X Y Z , . : : & ' ( ) + - * / @ OK

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