Gateway GTW-P46M103 User's Manual
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1. Video Out S Video RGB In RS 232 Connector Audio Out Video Audio In Component Video Audio In DVI In Antenna Video Out S Video RGB In RS 232 Description Connects to an audio device such as a receiver Connects to a composite audio video device such as a VCR Connects to a component audio video device such as a DVD player Connects to a DVI video device such as a computer or set top box Connects to a VHF UHF antenna or cable TV BNC style cable connector Connects to an S Video device such as a Satellite dish receiver or digital cable box Connects to an RGB video device such as a computer or set top box Connects to a computer to display the computer image on the plasma TV using Customized software typically used by business education or government For more information see the RS 232 Serial Connection Technical Reference at support gateway com WWW Qatawav com VV VV VV VJ atewav cotrri es J Chapter 1 Introducing Your Gateway Plasma TV 14 www gateway com Connecting Components Read this chapter to learn how to connect m DVD players m HDTV decoder set top boxes B VCRs m Off air TV and cable TV m Computers Warning Before connecting any external components unplug your plasma TV To restart your plasma TV see Turning on your plasma TV on page 8 Chapter 2 Connecting Components Understanding video connections Your plasma TV has four types of standard video2. 39 Chapter 4 Maintenance and Troubleshooting The picture has abnormal patterns m Make sure that the input source cable is attached securely and correctly m Make sure that the video input source is within the range of your plasma TV Compare the video input source s specifications with your plasma TV specifications The display image does not cover the entire screen m If your are using RGB mode make sure that Aspect Ratio in the OSD is set correctly m If you are using TV AVI AV2 or component with 480i input use the WIDE button on the remote control to scroll through various screen modes You can see a picture but you cannot hear sound m Make sure that the volume is not turned down m Make sure that the sound is not muted m Make sure that your audio input source cables are connected securely and correctly The monitor has pixels that are always dark m Your plasma TV is manufactured using an extremely high level of precision technology However sometimes some pixels of your plasma TV may not display Pixel defects within industry specifications are inherent to this type of product and do not constitute a defective product An image remains on the screen even after you turn off your plasma TV m A still image may have been displayed for an extended period of time causing burn in For more information about burn in see page 39 You see noise or trash on the screen m When your plasma TV s digital cap
3. Your Gateway Plasma TV GTW P46M103 er sguide Setting up Troubleshooting Cc Gateway Contents 1 Introducing Your Gateway Plasma TV 1 mcus rr 2 Important satequards 23 222 wince pe ie 3 Package CONIGNIS zarte NO woes Seda nassen ad es i 5 hiee cood MM DI cec 7 Turrimg or your plasma IV pas Read ea er Een Dex ore Stace ee hee 8 FRONT COMMONS HELP 10 Back panel connections l clle 12 Audio video RGB and DVI connections llle 13 2 Connecting Components eseee eese eee 15 Understanding video connections llle 16 Connecting your DVD player 0 0c ee nennen 17 Using component video AV2 0 ccc eee 17 Using S Video AV 1 4 suce o wate tise sa SES REDE EE eee 18 Using composite video AV1 0 cc ee ees 19 Connecting your HDTV decoder set top box 2 cee eee 20 Using component video AV2 0 ccc ees 20 USING AGB VIGCO ars au dno i anu ces ced Geek ae Bien aid bd db dE 21 Connecting your VCR or video camera ee 22 Using S Video AV1 lllllllleeeee rn 22 Using composite video AV1 leen 23 Using coaxial RF audio and video VCR only llllsslus 24 Connecting off air TV or cable TV lllllllllelell ees 25 Using coaxial RF audio and video 0 cc ee 25 Connecting a computer 2 2c ard hardcoded R
4. Avoiding image burn in Displaying the same stationary image over an extended period of time such as a black bar stock ticker video game or shopping channel logo can leave a permanent ghost image burn in Avoid burn in by mixing your viewing patterns Do not show the same stationary image for more than 15 of your total TV viewing in any one week Use the Image Move option in the on screen display OSD menus to reduce the chance of image burn in For more information see Advanced on page 33 and Advanced on page 36 Your warranty does NOT cover screen burn in Troubleshooting Use the following information to solve common problems You cannot see a picture Make sure that the power cord is plugged into a grounded electrical outlet Make sure that the main power switch and power button are turned on Make sure that the selected input source is connected to a working input source Press the Input button on the front of your plasma TV until you select the correct input source If your plasma TV is connected to your computer in RGB mode press any key on your keyboard to wake your computer You see a distorted picture or hear unusual sound You may be getting interference from electrical appliances cars motorcycles or fluorescent lights Try moving your plasma TV to another location The color is abnormal Make sure that the input source cable is connected securely and correctly to the back of your plasma TV
5. TV The OSD opens 2 Press the MENU button on the front of your plasma TV to select the menu you want 3 Press the MENU A or 9 button on the front of your plasma TV to select a menu option 4 Press the MENU lt j Or p button on the front of your plasma TV to adjust the option setting After the OSD timeout period the OSD closes If you are using TV AV1 or AV2 for your video source go to OSD menus and options TV AV1 and AV2 video sources on page 31 If you are using DVI or RGB for your video source go to OSD menus and options DVI or RGB video sources on page 34 Using the OSD OSD menus and options TV AV1 and AV2 video sources You can use these OSD menus and options to adjust various settings for your plasma TV OSD Menu Setup Setup Se Iii TV Source Antenna a Channel O Add Erase V Chip EJ AutoProgram Channels Move FED Chan e Next Tab fen Exit EM cw 2 Video J C X Brightness Contrast Saturation 33 Hue 4A Sharpness Reset to defaults Advanced Settings CA Q f it Move cw Change Next Tab fen Exit Gx Description TV Source Sets the source for the tuner Select Cable for cable or a satellite dish or Antenna Channel Adds the channel to the channel list Erase removes the channel from the channel list V Chip Activates parental controls You need the remote control to use this option For more information see You
6. connections You should use the best connection available to get the best display For example if your DVD player supports a component video connection connect the DVD player to your plasma TV using component video instead of composite video or S Video Connection Cable and Connector Description Quality Basic Coaxial RF The video and audio signals are both carried in one cable the other three connection types only handle video and require separate connections for sound Coaxial is the only way to connect an antenna to your plasma TV Good Composite The video signal is carried through a single pin This connection method is the one that is most commonly found on devices Better S Video The video signal is split into two signals black and white and color Text displayed on screen through this connection will be noticeably sharper then composite or coaxial RF Best Component The video signal is split into three signals two color and one black and white Use component video to take advantage of the superior picture provided by signal sources as HDTV and progressive DVD SFY COD R4 a ON VANAINAL FCAXMVXATCAVAITOVI mM AMMN VAJMAJMA NO CAVA 7223VM IM ry 6 WWW Qqatewayvy Ccorr wj J Connecting your DVD player Connecting your DVD player Using component video AV2 gt To connect your DVD player using component video 1 Connect the green colored Y jack on the back of
7. is not displayed Audio Treble Adjusts the treble The Line Out option must be set to L Var to use this option Bass Adjusts the bass The Line Out option must dr Treble be set to L Var to use this option Balance Adjusts the balance level between the channels The Line Out option must be set to L Var to use this option SRS WOW Simulates surround sound Speakers Turns the built in or external speaker connectors on or off Line out Changes the audio output options for the plasma TV L Fixed Does not change with TV volume L Var Lets you adjust the type of output your plasma TV sends to the built in speakers or the external speaker connectors 32 www gateway com OSD Menu Advanced din MTS Select Info Stereo Advanced Je Sap Using the OSD Description MTS Changes the sound output for TV programs Switch between Stereo Sap Second Audio Program or Mono for audio simulcasts The TV program must support the output option Mono Image Reverse Reverses the display image Image Move Moves the display image to prevent image burn in Move Time Sets the time in seconds for image movement Language Changes the language of the OSD menu Choose between English French Spanish and Traditional Chinese Input Source Displays the current input source System Displays current system information Antenna Displays the current channel in TV mode Rating Displays the cur
8. the power cord into the outlet contact your electrician Do not alter the plug because this will defeat the safety feature m Do not rest objects on the power cord and avoid placing the power cord near high traffic areas m Do not overload wall outlets and extension cords because this can result in a risk of fire or electric shock m Unplug your plasma TV and contact qualified service personnel if m The power cord or plug is damaged or frayed m Liquid has been spilled into your plasma TV m Your plasma TV has been exposed to water or moisture m Your plasma TV does not operate normally when the operating instructions are followed Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions Incorrect adjustment of other controls may result in damage which often requires extensive work by a qualified technician to restore your plasma TV to normal operation m Your plasma TV has been dropped or the cabinet has been damaged Avoid image burn in m Displaying the same stationary images over an extended period of time such as a black bar stock ticker video game or a shopping channel logo can leave a permanent ghost image burn in Avoid burn in by mixing your viewing patterns Do not show the same stationary image for more than 1596 of your total TV viewing in any one week m Use the Image Move option in the on screen display OSD menus to reduce the chance of image burn in For more information see Advanced on page
9. your DVD player to the 8 J y play green AV2 jack on the back of your plasma TV 2 Connect the blue colored Pp or Cg jack on the back of your DVD player to the blue AV2 jack on the back of your plasma TV 3 Connect the red colored Pp or Cp jack on the back of your DVD player to the red AV2 jack on the back of your plasma TV 4 Connect the red R and white L audio jacks on the back of your DVD player to the R AV2 and L AV2 audio jacks on the back of your plasma TV 5 Select the AV2 input using the Input button on the front of your plasma TV www gateway com 17 Chapter 2 Connecting Components Using S Video AV1 B To connect your DVD player using S Video 6 NR sni N Dos Sen NC ove EA 1 Connect the S Video jack on the back of your DVD player to the S Video AV1 jack on the back of your plasma TV 2 Connect the red R and white L audio jacks on the back of your DVD player to the R AV1 and L AV1 audio jacks on the back of your plasma TV 3 Select the AV1 S Video input using the Input button on the front of your plasma TV 18 www gateway com Connecting your DVD player Using composite video AV1 To connect your DVD player using composite video 1 Connect the yellow video jack on the back of your DVD player to the y J y piay yellow AV1 video jack on the back of your plasma TV 2 Connect the red R and white L audio jacks on the back of your DVD player to the R AV1 and L AV1 audio jacks on
10. your computer using DVI video 1 Connect the DVI connector on your computer to the DVI In connector on the back of your plasma TV 2 Connect the Audio Out jack on your computer to the L AV2 and R AV2 audio jacks on the back of your plasma TV 3 Select the DVI input using the Input button on the front of your plasma TV 26 www gateway com Connecting a computer Using RGB video To connect your computer using RGB video 1 Connectthe 15 pin D Sub RGB connector on your computer to the RGB In connector on the back of your plasma TV 2 Connect the Audio Out jack on your computer to the L AV2 and R AV2 audio jacks on the back of your plasma TV 3 Select the RGB input using the Input button on the front of your plasma TV www gateway com 27 Chapter 2 Connecting Components 28 www gateway com Adjusting Your Plasma TV Settings Read this chapter to learn how to adjust your plasma TV settings from the on screen display OSD You can also use your remote control to change some settings For more information see Your Gateway Remote Control User s Guide Chapter 3 Adjusting Your Plasma TV Settings Using the OSD 30 Your plasma TV features an on screen display OSD that lets you adjust and save contrast brightness and other settings The TV saves changes you make to the settings even if you turn off the TV To adjust settings from the OSD 1 Press the MENU button on the front of your plasma
11. 33 and Advanced on page 36 Your warranty does NOT cover screen burn in Package contents Package contents Along with your plasma TV the packaging box contains the following items Remote control De SD 00009 e ee gt g 0000 O 000a b 000 y ad 0 2209 Yo sige 0 8 e ele oi 5 AA Two AA batteries D en NS v WW AZIS ddSb Power cord www gateway com 5 Chapter 1 Introducing Your Gateway Plasma TV User guide Remote control user guide 6 www gateway com Accessories Accessories You can purchase these optional accessories for your plasma TV m Stand mount kit The stand mount kit contains all of the required hardware for mounting your plasma TV to a stand For more information see the Stand Mount Installation Guide at support gateway com m Wall mount kit The wall mount kit contains all of the required hardware for mounting your plasma TV on your wall Gateway recommends you use a qualified installer For more information see the Wall Mount Installation Guide at support gateway com m Cable kits Gateway cable kits consist of high quality gold cables of various lengths including RCA composite video cable S Video cable RCA component video cable RCA audio cable VGA video cable DVI D video cable Contact Gateway for these and other accessories Chapter 1 Introducing Your Gateway Plasma TV Turning on your plasma TV gt To turn o
12. Changes the audio output options for the plasma TV L Fixed TV volume does not change L Var Lets you adjust the type of output your plasma TV sends to the built in speakers or the external speaker connectors www gateway com 35 Chapter 3 Adjusting Your Plasma TV Settings Advanced Image Reverse Reverses the display image Image Move Moves the display image to er prevent image burn in Image Reverse Enable Disable Move Time Sets the time in seconds for image movement Language Changes the language of the OSD menu Choose between English French Spanish and Traditional Chinese Color Space Shifts the color spectrum Color Temp Adjusts the color temperature to three preset modes You can also customize the red green and blue separately Resolution Displays the current screen resolution H Frequency Displays the current horizontal signal frequency V Frequency Displays the current vertical frequency Video W Input Displays the video input source of the PIP window if the PIP window is active Video W System Displays system information for the PIP window if active 36 www gateway com Maintenance and Troubleshooting Read this chapter to learn how to maintain and troubleshoot your plasma TV Chapter 4 Maintenance and Troubleshooting Cleaning and maintenance Cleaning the screen Do not use substances such as glass cleaners solvents and thinners The screen of your p
13. D Not lit No AC power is detected The main power switch is off or the power cord is disconnected Solid Red The main power is on and your plasma TV is off Solid Green Your plasma TV is on Remote Control Sensor Receives signals from the remote control Do not block Switches between available input sources Channel Changes the channel Menu A y Selects on screen display OSD options For more information see Using the OSD on page 30 Volume Increases or decreases the volume Menu lt gt Adjusts on screen display OSD options For more information see Using the OSD on page 30 Opens the OSD OSD Active Advances to the next main menu within the OSD For more information see Using the OSD on page 30 Turns your plasma TV on and off after the main power switch is turned on When you turn your plasma TV on or off wait three seconds before pressing this button again 11 Chapter 1 Introducing Your Gateway Plasma TV Back panel connections External speaker Audio video RGB and DVI External speaker connections connections connections Connector Description External speaker connections Connects additional external speakers Audio video RGB and DVI See Audio video RGB and DVI connections on page 13 connections 12 www gateway com Back panel connections Audio video RGB and DVI connections Antenna Video Component Audio Out Audio In Video Audio In DVI In
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15. Resets the sub picture settings to the factory default OSD Position Adjusts the position of the OSD within the display image OSD Timeout Specifies the number of seconds the OSD menu is displayed before it turns off automatically OSD Rotation Turns the OSD display 180 34 Display u DI Aspect Ratio EG Fill Screen Using the OSD Brightness Adjusts the brightness of the picture You may need to readjust brightness after the plasma TV warms up Contrast Adjusts the contrast of the picture Gamma Adjust the ratio of black to white Reset to defaults Resets picture settings to the factory default Aspect Ratio Adjusts the screen width to fill the screen or to display one to one E H Position Adjusts the horizontal screen One to One position V Position Adjusts the vertical screen position Phase Adj Removes any horizontal distortion and clears or sharpens the displayed characters Sync Adj Removes any vertical distortion and clears or sharpens the displayed characters Treble Adjusts the treble The Line Out option must be set to L Var to use this option Bass Adjusts the bass The Line Out option must be set to L Var to use this option Balance Adjusts the balance level between the channels The Line Out option must be set to L Var to use this option SRS WOW Simulates surround sound Speakers Turns the built in or external speaker connectors on or off Line out
16. abilities exceed a digital broadcast signal the signal is up converted increased to match your plasma TV s display capabilities Up converting can cause noise or trash Screen brightness is diminished m Video display devices experience degradation of brightness over the life of the device Normal brightness degradation is not covered by your warranty 40 Troubleshooting Telephone support If this troubleshooting information does not resolve your problem or if you have other questions relating to your plasma TV call our Service Center at 888 737 MyGW 6949 For more information about Gateway visit www gateway com 41 Chapter 4 Maintenance and Troubleshooting 42 www gateway com Safety Regulatory and Legal Information Regulatory compliance statements United States of America Federal Communications Commission FCC Unintentional emitter per FCC Part 15 This device has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation 1 nn vr iis rI Zn a PM iid L gs e Safety Regulatory and Legal Information This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions may cause harmful interference to radio or television recepti
17. arge unit NEC Section 810 20 Ground clamp N O MA CO N Antenna lead in wire 46 Notices Notices Copyright O 2003 Gateway Inc All Rights Reserved 14303 Gateway Place Poway CA 92064 USA All Rights Reserved This publication is protected by copyright and all rights are reserved No part of it may be reproduced or transmitted by any means or in any form without prior consent in writing from Gateway The information in this manual has been carefully checked and is believed to be accurate However changes are made periodically These changes are incorporated in newer publication editions Gateway may improve and or change products described in this publication at any time Due to continuing system improvements Gateway is not responsible for inaccurate information which may appear in this manual For the latest product updates consult the Gateway Web site at www gateway com In no event will Gateway be liable for direct indirect special exemplary incidental or consequential damages resulting from any defect or omission in this manual even if advised of the possibility of such damages In the interest of continued product development Gateway reserves the right to make improvements in this manual and the products it describes at any time without notices or obligation Trademark Acknowledgments 1 800 GATEWAY ActiveCPR ALR AnyKey black and white spot design CrystalScan Destination DestiVu EZ Pad EZ Point Field
18. asma TV www gateway com 21 Chapter 2 Connecting Components Connecting your VCR or video camera Using S Video AV1 To connect your VCR or video camera using S Video 1 Connect the S Video jack on the back of your VCR or video camera to the S Video AV1 jack on the back of your plasma TV 2 Connect the red R and white L audio jacks on the back of your VCR or video camera to the R AVI and L AV1 audio jacks on the back of your plasma TV 3 Select the AV1 S Video input using the Input button on the front of your plasma TV 22 www gateway com Connecting your VCR or video camera Using composite video AV1 To connect your VCR or video camera using composite video 1 Connect the yellow video jack on the back of your VCR or video camera to the yellow AV1 video jack on the back of your plasma TV 2 Connect the red R and white L audio jacks on the back of your VCR or video camera to the R AV1 and L AV1 audio jacks on the back of your plasma TV 3 Select the AV1 Video input using the Input button on the front of your plasma TV www gateway com 23 Chapter 2 Connecting Components Using coaxial RF audio and video VCR only gt To connect your VCR using coaxial RF audio and video 5 FE coo ENER 1 Connect the output to TV RF out or Antenna out jack on the back of your VCR to the TV In connector on the back of your plasma TV 2 Select the TV Cable input using
19. ds External television antenna grounding If an outside antenna or cable system is to be connected to your Gateway PC make sure that the antenna or cable system is electrically grounded to provide some protection against voltage surges and static charges Article 810 of the National Electrical Code ANSI NFPSA 70 provides information with regard to proper grounding of the mast and supporting structure grounding of the lead in wire to an antenna discharge unit size of grounding conductors location of antenna discharge unit connection to grounding electrodes and requirements for the grounding electrode Lightning protection For added protection of any Gateway product during a lightning storm or when it is left unattended or unused for long periods of time unplug the product from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable system 45 Safety Regulatory and Legal Information Power lines Do not locate the antenna near overhead light or power circuits or where it could fall into such power lines or circuits Warning When installing or realigning an outside antenna system extreme care should be taken to keep from touching such power lines or circuits Contact with them could be fatal Antenna and satellite grounding Reference Grounding component 1 Electric service equipment Power service grounding electrode system NEC Art 250 Part H Ground clamps Grounding conductors NEC Section 810 21 Antenna disch
20. e a bt UR oae rien 26 USING ADV VIGGO aai eine Qo ssc qu dic Den ante 26 Using RGB Video sax iuri ms 2 9 PUE Dota ha E ono Mob er near 27 3 Adjusting Your Plasma TV Settings 29 Steg DC 30 OSD menus and options TV AV1 and AV2 video sources 31 OSD menus and options DVI or RGB video sources 34 4 Maintenance and Troubleshooting 37 Cleaning and maintenance sese 38 Cleaning the screen ce rre 38 Cleaning the exterior llli nn 38 Avoiding image burn in llle Ih rn TEOUDIOSIIOOUELYQ sarengi dear E Dawn Lean de dios doter Telephone sUDDOTE 1i due dti eod rr iE RUE tn iq oi e oa rid 2 A Safety Regulatory and Legal Information Introducing Your Gateway Plasma TV This chapter provides basic information about your Gateway Plasma TV Read this chapter to learn about Features Warnings and safeguards Package contents Controls and connections Illustrations in this guide show the TV mounted to the stand You may have purchased the wall mount instead Chapter 1 Introducing Your Gateway Plasma TV Features Your plasma TV features Bright flicker free image m Automatic detection and conversion of film content for correct display with minimal motion artifacts noise m Accurate color processing Picture in picture PIP HDTV signa
21. ea and do not cover the ventilation openings m Do not modify your plasma TV or use an unshielded power cord or video input source cable or you may experience excessive interference m Disconnect your plasma TV and unplug the power cord when the TV is not used for a long period of time m If the picture displayed is in any way abnormal turn off your plasma TV then disconnect it from the electrical outlet Make sure that your video input source cable is connected correctly then reconnect your plasma TV to the electrical outlet m Disconnect your plasma TV from the electrical outlet before cleaning or performing maintenance Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners Use only a slightly damp cloth for cleaning m Do not place your plasma TV on an unstable cart stand or table Your plasma TV may fall causing serious damage Chapter 1 Introducing Your Gateway Plasma TV Do not place your plasma TV on a bed sofa rug or other similar surfaces m Never place your plasma TV near or over a radiator or heat source m Do not install your plasma TV in an enclosed area unless correct ventilation is provided m Your plasma TV should be operated from the type of power source indicated on the label If the type of available power is unknown consult your electrician or local power company m Your plasma TV is equipped with a 3 pin grounded plug The plug will only fit into a grounded power outlet This is a safety feature If you cannot plug
22. erate the product Canada Industry Canada IC Unintentional emitter per ICES 003 This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise emissions from digital apparatus as set out in the radio interference regulations of Industry Canada Le pr sent appareil num rique n met pas de bruits radio lectriques d passant les limites applicables aux appareils num riques de Classe B prescrites dans le r glement sur le brouillage radio lectrique dict par Industrie Canada 44 Regulatory compliance statements Laser safety statement All Gateway systems equipped with CD and DVD drives comply with the appropriate safety standards including IEC 825 The laser devices in these components are classified as Class 1 Laser Products under a US Department of Health and Human Services DHHS Radiation Performance Standard Should the unit ever need servicing contact an authorized service location Warning Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified in this manual may CL result in hazardous radiation exposure To prevent exposure to laser beams do not try to open the enclosure of a CD or DVD drive California Proposition 65 Warning Warning This product contains chemicals including lead known to the State of California to cause cancer and or birth defects D or reproductive harm Television antenna connectors protection for systems fitted with TV cable TV tuner car
23. l compatibility using an external HDTV decoder with RGB or component video outputs Advanced Zoom and Freeze functions Multi Scan support Selectable fixed variable audio outputs Built in internal amplifier and speakers Built in Digital Visual Interface DVI to eliminate the need for digital to analog conversion 852 x 480 XGA support for computer input 720p and 1080i support for HDTV signals Important safeguards Important safeguards Warning Risk of electric shock Do not open To reduce the risk of electric shock do no remove the back C cover There are no user serviceable parts inside Removing the back cover voids the warranty Have your plasma TV repaired by qualified service personnel only Warnings and precautions m Do not place your hands face or objects close to the ventilation openings of your plasma TV The top of your plasma TV gets very hot from exhaust air that is released through the ventilation openings Burns or personal injuries may occur if you are too close to the plasma TV Damage may occur if you place any object near the top of your plasma TV m Disconnect all cables before moving your plasma TV Moving your plasma TV with its cables attached may damage the cables and cause fire or electric shock danger m Do not expose your plasma TV to rain or moisture m Keep your plasma TV away from excessive dust high temperatures moisture or direct sunlight m Use your plasma TV in a well ventilated ar
24. lasma TV has been specially treated Wipe the surface gently using only a cleaning cloth or a soft lint free cloth If the surface is particular dirty use a soft cloth and water to clean the screen Squirt a little water on the cloth never directly on the screen then wipe the screen with the cloth Warning The screen of your plasma TV is made of specially coated glass and can be scratched or damaged by abrasive or CL ammonia based window cleaners Do not scratch or hit the surface of the screen with your fingers or any hard objects Scratches on the bezel or glass are not covered by your warranty Cleaning the exterior 38 Your plasma TV is cooled by air circulated through the vents on the case so keep the vents free of dust With your plasma TV turned off and unplugged brush the dust away from the vents with a damp cloth Be careful not to drip any water into the vents Do not attempt to clean dust from the inside of your plasma TV Do not use abrasive or solvent cleaners because they can damage the finish on components Do not allow any excessive water or moisture to come into contact with the surface of your plasma TV If water or moisture gets inside your plasma TV operating problems and electrical and shock hazards may result Do not scratch or hit the cabinet with your fingers or any hard objects Do not place articles made from rubber or PVC near the cabinet for any extended periods of time Troubleshooting
25. n your plasma TV 1 Connect the power cord to the power cord connector on the side of your plasma TV then plug the other end of the power cord into a correctly grounded electrical outlet or surge protector 4 mi aW Power cord connector 8 www gateway com Turning on your plasma TV 2 Press the main power switch on the side of your plasma TV The Status LED on the front turns red and your plasma TV is ready to turn on Im mess Main power switch SESS ESS Ses B c AM m i coll We H aM Wh is Ns i 1 i P AC INLET a v d Pe 3 Press the power button on the front of your plasma TV The Status LED on the front turns green Warning If you will be away for an extended period of time turn off your plasma TV with the main power switch instead of D using the remote control or front POWER button For added protection during a lightning storm or when it is left unattended or unused for long periods of time unplug your plasma TV from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable system www gateway com 9 Chapter 1 Introducing Your Gateway Plasma TV Front controls eeee m os TOME Status LED and Remote Control Sensor Input Channel and Volume and Menu Power Menu A y Menu gp 10 www gateway com Button Status LED and Remote control sensor Input Channel and Menu A 7 Volume and Menu dp Menu Power Front controls Description Status LE
26. on However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation If this equipment does cause interference to radio and television reception which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna ncrease the separation between the equipment and receiver Connect the equipment to an outlet on a different circuit from that to which the receiver is connected Consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV technician for help Compliance Accessories The accessories associated with this equipment are shielded video cable when an external monitor is connected These accessories are required to be used in order to ensure compliance with FCC rules FCC declaration of conformity Responsible party Gateway Companies Inc 610 Gateway Drive North Sioux City SD 57049 605 232 2000 Fax 605 232 2023 Product GIW P46M103 Plasma TV This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation of this product is subject to the following two conditions 1 this device may not cause harmful interference and 2 this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation Caution Changes or modifications not expressly approved by Gateway could void the FCC compliance and negate your in authority to op
27. r Gateway Remote Control User s Guide AutoProgram Channels When TV is the selected video input source your plasma TV adds all channels that have a signal to the channel list Brightness Adjusts the brightness of the picture You may need to readjust brightness after the plasma TV warms up Contrast Adjusts the contrast of the picture Saturation Adjusts the color saturation to make colors more intense Hue Adjusts the color of flesh tones Sharpness Adjusts the amount of detail enhancement Reset to defaults Resets settings to the factory default Advanced Settings Opens a sub menu that controls Color Space Shifts the color spectrum Color Temp Adjusts the color temperature to three preset modes You can also customize the red green and blue separately Gamma Adjust the ratio of black to white Reset to defaults Resets advanced settings to the factory default 31 Chapter 3 Adjusting Your Plasma TV Settings OSD Menu Description Display Shape Size Adjusts the screen width to 4 3 16 9 Panorama or Letterbox viewing mode p OSD Position Adjusts the position of the OSD within the display image OSD Timeout Specifies the number of seconds the OSD menu is displayed before it turns off automatically OSD Rotation Turns the OSD display 180 Closed Captioning Activates and sets closed captioning Background Color Changes the color of the background where a video signal
28. rent program rating www gateway com 33 Chapter 3 Adjusting Your Plasma TV Settings OSD menus and options DVI or RGB video sources PIP amp OSD PIP Size Turns PIP mode on or off and sets the size of the PIP window When PIP is turned on FREDEDE you can display two pictures at one time The AR E picture on the full screen is the main picture The E PIP Size LBS LL ML UNE picture in the window is the sub picture ug PIP Source Video S Video AV2 TY ER PIP Position di CcBODmemeP PIP mode only works when the picture displayed f PIP Settings on the full screen comes from either the DVI or OSD Position a0 GO O CA AP RGB video input osD Deut RUNE The sub picture video input source can be set to bilis AES ou REID i the TV AV1 Video AV1 S Video or AV2 Move SEP Change 9 Next Tab M Exit l PIP Source Changes the video input source of the sub picture when PIP is turned on PIP Position Moves the sub picture within the display image PIP Settings Opens a sub menu that controls Brightness Adjusts the brightness of the sub picture You may need to readjust brightness after the plasma TV warms up Contrast Adjusts the contrast of the sub picture Saturation Adjusts the color saturation to make colors more intense in the sub picture Hue Adjusts the color of flesh tones in the sub picture Sharpness Adjusts the amount of detail enhancement in the sub picture Reset to defaults
29. teway com Index A accessories 7 adjust brightness 31 34 35 color 31 34 contrast 31 34 35 shape size 32 35 sound 32 35 TV settings 31 antenna connection 13 audio and video connection 12 13 audio in connection 13 audio out connection 13 B back panel connections 12 batteries 5 burn in 4 39 C cable kits 7 cable TV connecting coaxial RF 25 channel up and down buttons 11 cleaning 38 exterior 38 screen 38 closed captioning 32 coaxial RF video 16 connection 13 component video 16 connection 13 composite video 16 connection 13 computer connecting 26 connecting DVI video 26 connecting RGB video 27 connecting cable TV 25 computer 26 DVD player 17 HDTV decoder set top box 20 off air TV 25 power cord 8 VCR 22 video camera 22 connections antenna 13 audio and video 12 13 audio in 13 audio out 13 back panel 12 component video 13 composite video 13 DVI 12 13 DVI in 13 RGB 12 13 RGB in 13 RS 232 13 S Video 13 D DVD player connecting component video 17 connecting composite video 19 connecting S Video 18 DVI connection 12 13 DVI in connection 13 F features 2 front controls 10 H HDTV decoder set top box connecting component video 20 connecting RGB video 21 49 image burn in 4 39 Input button 11 M main power button 9 turning on 9 maintenance 37 38 Menu button 11 30 Menu left and right buttons 11 30 Menu up and down buttons 11 30 mounting ki
30. the Input button on the front of your plasma TV If you have an off air antenna or cable box connect your off air antenna or cable TV cable to the ANT connector on the back of your VCR Warning If an outdoor antenna or cable system is connected to your plasma TV make sure that the antenna or cable system D is correctly grounded For more information see Television antenna connectors protection for systems fitted with TV cable TV tuner cards on page 45 24 www gateway com Connecting off air TV or cable TV Connecting off air TV or cable TV Using coaxial RF audio and video gt To connect off air TV or cable TV using coaxial RF audio and video 1 Connect the coaxial RF connector from your antenna cable TV or cable box to the TV In connector on the back of your plasma TV 2 Select the TV Cable input using the Input button on the front of your plasma TV If you have connected a VCR to the ANT connector on the back of your plasma TV connect your off air TV or cable TV cable to the ANT connector on the back of your VCR Warning If an outdoor antenna or cable system is connected to your plasma TV make sure that the antenna or cable system D is correctly grounded For more information see Television antenna connectors protection for systems fitted with TV cable TV tuner cards on page 45 www gateway com 25 Chapter 2 Connecting Components Connecting a computer Using DVI video To connect
31. the back of your plasma TV 3 Select the AV1 Video input using the Input button on the front of your plasma TV www gateway com 19 Chapter 2 Connecting Components Connecting your HDTV decoder set top box Using component video AV2 gt To connect your HDTV decoder set top box using component video f gt gt P 1 Connect the green Y jack on the back of vour HDTV set top box to the 8 J y p green AV2 jack on the back of your plasma TV 2 Connect the blue Pg or Cp jack on the back of your HDTV set top box to the blue AV2 jack on the back of your plasma TV 3 Connect the red Pr or Cr jack on the back of your HDTV set top box to the red AV2 jack on the back of your plasma TV 4 Connect the red R and white L audio jacks on the back of your HDTV set top box to the R AV2 and L AV2 audio jacks on the back of your plasma TV 5 Select the AV2 input using the Input button on the front of your plasma TV 20 www gateway com Connecting your HDTV decoder set top box Using RGB video To connect your HDTV decoder set top box using RGB video 1 Connect the 15 pin D Sub RGB jack on the back of your HDTV set top box to the RGB In connector on the back of your plasma TV 2 Connect the red R and white L audio out jacks on the back of your HDTV set top box to the R AV2 and L AV2 audio jacks on the back of your plasma TV 3 Select the RGB input using the Input button on the front of your pl
32. ts 7 O off air TV connecting coaxial RF 25 on screen display see OSD OSD 30 brightness 31 34 35 closed captioning 32 contrast 31 34 35 menu advanced 33 36 audio 32 35 display 32 35 info 33 36 PIP amp OSD 34 setup 31 Video 35 video 31 Parental Guide 31 PIP mode 34 Saturation 31 34 screen width 32 35 P parental controls 31 PIP mode 34 power main switch 9 turning on 9 50 power button 11 power cord 5 connection 8 R remote control 5 remote control sensor 11 Remote control user guide 6 RGB connection 12 13 RGB in connection 13 RS 232 connection 13 S safety 3 screen width 32 35 Service Center 41 setting up safety precautions 3 stand 7 stand mount kit 7 status LED 11 support 41 S Video 16 connection 13 T troubleshooting 37 39 V VCR connecting coaxial RF 24 connecting composite video 23 connecting S Video 22 video camera connecting composite video 23 connecting S Video 22 video connections types of 16 video out connection 13 volume up and down buttons 11 W wall 7 wall mount kit 7 51 52 MAN MON 46 PLASMA GDE R 4 03 8509161
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