Gateway GTW-P42M102 User's Manual
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1. Your Gateway Plasma TV usersguide Setting up Troubleshooting G Gateway www gateway com Contents 1 Introducing Your Gateway Plasma TV 1 F AIUR S CK 2 Important oaregualcds atadas ea sl ee den de Den XC bad deca 3 Package CONIENIS sex Lee d d ur qe peus rni Gade Gru oe de oW fa duplo Kc salts doge 5 Turning on the main power 2eme beac eee e arae rm beak aw a e ga 8 Front panel controls 10 Back panel connections essa sessenta RI BR 12 Audio and video connections 13 RGB and DVIRCONMNECIIONS Ernie ken 14 2 Connecting Components 15 Understanding video connections 16 Connecting your DVD player 17 Connecting your HDTV decoder set top box 20 Connecting your VCR or video camera 22 Connecting off air TV or cable TV 25 Connecting external amplified speakers 26 Connecting an external receiver or amplifier 27 Connecting a subwoofer 28 Connecting a compUuleF seuss s even pis DE eS e RE E 0803 nine Nains So 29 Connecting an external monitor 31 3 Adjusting2. Switches between available input sources Receives signals from the remote control Do not block Not lit No AC power detected The main power button is off or the power cord is not connected Solid Yellow The main power is on and your plasma TV is off Solid Green Your plasma TV is on Turns your plasma TV on and off 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 O 000 00000000 50000 00000000 MEM Audio and video RGB and DVI connections connections Connector Description Audio and video connections See Audio and video connections on page 13 RGB and DVI connections See HGB and DVI connections on page 14 12 www gateway com Back panel connections Audio and video connections Antenna Audio In DVI Video 1 Audio In Component Video 1 Audio In Audio Out Subwoofer External Speaker Switch Connector Antenna DVI Audio In Video 1 Audio In Component Video 1 Audio In Audio Out External Speaker Switch Subwoofer RGB Audio In S Video Audio In Component Video 2 Audio In S Video Audio In RGB Component Video 2 Audio In Audio In Description Connects to a VHF UHF antenna Connects to the audio on a DVI device Connects to a composite audio video device such as a VCR Connects to acomponent audio video device such as acomponent video DVD pl
3. User s Guide SET PARENTAL CODE Sets a password for the Parental Guide You need the remote control to use this option For more information see Your Gateway Remote Control User s Guide SET RATE Blocks individual programs based on program ratings You need the remote control to use this option For more information see Your Gateway Remote Control User s Guide CH SEARCH When this option is turned on your plasma TV only displays channels that have a signal when you change channels TUNER SOURCE Sets the source for the tuner CABLE sets the tuner for cable or a satellite dish AIR sets the tuner for an antenna BACKGROUND Displays a background color when a video signal is not available BACKGROUND COLOR Changes the color of the background when the BACKGROUND option is turned on 40 www gateway com Using the OSD OSD Menu Description OTHER OSD TIMEOUT Turns the OSD timer on and off To avoid image burn in we recommend that you keep this timer turned on SET OSD TIME Specifies the number of seconds the OSD menu is displayed before it turns off automatically The OSD TIMEOUT option must be turned on to use this option OSD BRIGHTNESS Adjusts the brightness level of the OSD menu OSD BACKGROUND Switches the OSD menu background to blue or transparent OSD LANGUAGE Changes the language of the OSD menu SLEEP Turns the sleep timer on and off SLEEP TIME Adjusts the number of minutes the plasma TV w
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5. gt To connect your DVD player using component video AUDIO IN VIDEO AUDIO IN COMPONENT VIDEO AUDIO IN VIDEO1 R L Y1 Pe1 Ce1 Pr1 Cr1 BH L S VIDEO R L 000000 Q e V SS NS S DE X OO A X EN EN VM VF 33 77 1 Connect the green colored Y jack on the back of vour DVD player to the 8 J M play green colored Y1 jack on the back of your plasma TV 2 Connect the red colored Pp or Cp jack on the back of your DVD player to the red colored PR1 CR1 jack on the back of your plasma TV 3 Connect the blue colored Pg or Cp jack on the back of your DVD player to the blue colored Pp1 Cpl 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 and L audio in jacks on the back of your plasma TV www gateway com 17 Chapter 2 Connecting Components B To connect your DVD player using S Video AUDIO IN VIDEO AUDIO IN COMPONENT VIDEO AUDIO IN eec gt 000 00000000 O OO mm oo OOOO x 1 Connect the S Video jack on the back of your DVD player to the S 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 Rand L audio in jacks on the back of your plasma TV 18 www gateway com Connecting your DVD player gt To connect your DVD player using composite video AUDIO IN 00 IN COMPONENT VIDEO AUDIO IN Y2 e e f h A A EN MNA e MR ORO Me O e M X OVO
6. A O OC O a 1 Connect the yellow video jack on the back of your DVD player to the yellow VIDEO 1 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 and L audio in jacks on the back of your plasma TV www gateway com 19 Chapter 2 Connecting Components Connecting your HDTV decoder set top box To connect your HDTV decoder set top box using component video AUDIO IN VIDEO AUDIO IN COMPONENT VIDEO AUDIO IN R DVI L soco cepococe SUBWOOFER R RGB L Pe2 Cs2 Pr2 Cr2 AN MAOS M MA MN A 00000000000 RR EN a a WA M A E away wo O O 2 v e W AL m RO Li 1 Connect the green Y jack on the back of your HDTV set top box to the 8 J y P green Y2 jack on the back of your plasma TV 2 Connect the red PR or CR jack on the back of your HDTV set top box to the red Pp2 Cp2 jack on the back of your plasma TV 3 Connect the blue Pp or Cp jack on the back of your HDTV set top box to the blue Pp2 Cp2 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 and L audio in jacks on the back of your plasma TV 20 www gateway com Connecting your HDTV decoder set top box gt To connect your HDTV decoder set top box using RGB video Gu DVI IN RS 232 RGB OUT ot Jo ome ul AUDIO IN VIDEO AUDIO IN K ox Ke 1 Connect the 15 pin D S
7. CONTRAST Adjusts the contrast of the picture BRIGHT Adjusts the brightness of the picture You may need to readjust brightness after the plasma TV warms up COLOR Adjusts the color saturation making colors more intense TINT Adjusts the color of flesh tones SHARPNESS Adjust the amount of detail enhancement COLOR TEMPERATURE Adjusts the white balance CLOCK PHASE Adjusts your plasma TV to match the video input source SCREEN WIDTH Adjusts the screen width to 4 3 16 9 or PANORAMA viewing mode ZOOM Moves or stretches the display image when the screen width is set to 16 9 Zoom1 moves the image upward good for presentations with sub titles Zoom2 stretches 1 85 1 content to fill the screen Zoom3 stretches 2 35 1 content to fill the screen www gateway com 35 Chapter 3 Adjusting Your Plasma TV Settings OSD Menu PICTURE RGB DVI video sources Description INPUT SOURCE Switches between available video input sources CONTRAST Adjusts the contrast of the picture BRIGHTNESS Adjusts the brightness of the picture You may need to readjust brightness after the plasma TV warms up COLOR TEMPERATURE Adjusts the white balance CLOCK PHASE Adjusts your plasma TV to match the video input source SCREEN WIDTH Adjusts the screen width to 4 3 or 16 9 viewing mode V SIZE Adjusts the vertical screen size V CENTER Adjusts the vertical screen position H WIDTH Adjusts the horizontal screen size
8. H POSITION Adjusts the horizontal screen position 36 www gateway com OSD Menu SOUND Using the OSD Description BASS Adjusts the bass The AUDIO OUTPUT option must be set to VARIABLE to adjust this setting TREBLE Adjusts the treble The AUDIO OUTPUT option must be setto VARIABLE to use this option BALANCE Adjusts the balance level between the channels The AUDIO OUTPUT option must be set to VARIABLE to adjust this setting SURROUND Switches between STEREO MONO or turns surround OFF The AUDIO OUTPUT option must be setto VARIABLE to use this option BBE Turns the BBE option on or off Turn this option on when you are listening to live performance programs The AUDIO OUTPUT option must be setto VARIABLE to use this option BASS EXTENSION Extends the level of BASS sent to the audio out jack The AUDIO OUTPUT option must be setto VARIABLE and the INNER SPKR option must be turned off to use this option VOLUME Adjusts the volume The AUDIO OUTPUT option must be setto VARIABLE to use this option INNER SPKR Turns the built in speakers on or off The AUDIO OUTPUT option must be set to VARIABLE to use this option AUDIO OUTPUT Changes the audio output options for the plasma TV FIXED bypasses your plasma TV s internal sound controls VARIABLE lets you adjust the type of output your plasma TV sends to the built in speakers or the audio output jack www gateway com 37 Chapter 3 Adjusting Your Pl
9. 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 power switch is turned on Make sure that the selected input source is connected to a working 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 The picture has abnormal patterns Make sure that the input source cable is attached securely and correctly 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 45 Chapter 4 Maintenance and Troubleshooting The display image does not cover the entire screen m If your are using RGB mode make sure that H SIZE and V SIZE in the OSD are set correctly m Ifyou are using TV AV1 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
10. 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 GTW P42M102 Plasma TV GTW P42M203 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 authority to operate 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 reglement sur le brouillage radio lectrique dict par Industrie Canada 54 Regulatory compliance statements Laser saf
11. off signals 28 www gateway com Connecting a computer Connecting a computer gt To connect your computer using DVI video RGB IN RGB OUT DVI IN RS 232 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 DVI Audio In jacks on the back of your plasma TV www gateway com 29 Chapter 2 Connecting Components gt To connect your computer using RGB video LEE IE P wewerere lei N SAR Yu rrrerzrrf Mg ease A CELTELELIEE A 7 ve K e aa N QU gt Y a e I Po 1 Connect the 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 RGB Audio In jacks on the back of your plasma TV 30 www gateway com Connecting a computer Connecting an external monitor A RGB loop out labeled RGB Out lets you connect another RGB monitor The RGB loop out displays the same signal as the RGB In video input source gt To connect your external monitor Ve WW zrzzzrrz e x E Terre zzzeeezel m Connect the RGB connector on your monitor to the RGB Out connector on the back of your plasma TV The maximum physical display resolution of the external monitor is 640 x 480 when the aspect ratio is set to 4 3 and 852 x 480 when the ratio is set to 16 9 If t
12. 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 area 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 m Do not place your plasma TV on a bed sofa rug or other similar surfaces Never place your plasma TV near or over a radiator
13. 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 41 You see noise or trash onthe screen m When your plasma TV s digital capabilities 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 46 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 47 Chapter 4 Maintenance and Troubleshooting 48 www ga
14. your off air TV or cable TV cable to the ANT connector on the back of your VCR If an outdoor antenna or cable system is connected to your plasma TV make sure that the antenna or cable system is correctly grounded For more information see Television antenna connectors protection for systems fitted with TV cable TV tuner cards on page 55 Warning e 25 www gateway com Chapter 2 Connecting Components Connecting external amplified speakers You can connect your plasma TV to a set of external amplified speakers using the AUDIO OUT jacks located on the back of your plasma TV If your external speakers have remote turn on off capability connect the external speaker switch To connect your external amplified speakers AUDIO IN VIDEO AUDIO IN COMPONENT VIDEO AUDIO IN VIDEO1 R L Y1 PB1 Ce1 Pr1 Cr1 E L S VIDEO R L Y2 R L SUBWOOFER R RGB L Ps2 Cs2 Pr2 Cr2 NY MA A A CCA A RAN A HO k 000 00000009 gt 7 J A V 4 v XA ea A 0069 000000 9 1 Connect the red R and white L audio jacks on the back of your speakers to the AUDIO OUT jacks on the back of your plasma TV 2 If your external amplified speakers accept remote turn on off signals connect the external speaker switch Not all external amplified speakers can accept remote turn on off signals 26 www gateway com Connecting an external receiver or amplifier Connecting an external receiver or amplifier You can connect an e
15. A 852 x 480 WVGA 640 x 480 Apple 832 x 624 Apple 1152 x 870 Apple These modes not available in RGB mode with DVI output 52 Refresh 75 85 70 50 60 60 70 60 67 75 75 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 53 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 reception 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 Increase 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
16. For more information see Turning on the main power on page 8 Chapter 2 Connecting Components Understanding video connections Your plasma TV has four types of standard video 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 Quality Basic Good Better Best ANANDA xS E PRATO AARA A A N ITO i 6 VVVVVV UAGALOVWAaAy U Description 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 Composite The video signal is carried through a single pin This connection method is the one that is most commonly found on devices 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 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 Connecting your DVD player Connecting your DVD player
17. Your Plasma TV Settings 33 USING de OSD HE ceeds Sid DA DES hed GS TEA ESA ein 34 OSD menus and options 35 4 Maintenance and Troubleshooting 43 Cleaning and maintenance 44 Cleaning the screen 44 Cleaning the exterior 44 Avoiding image burn in 45 THOUDICSNOOUNG as aus ated een beam en ad Rianne a gen ds 45 Telephone support 47 A Signal Frequency Information 49 ANE ANA and AVZ INPUTS sas iara aba ed e Ooo bo Od CERA dE 50 Component 1 and Component 2 inputs 50 RGB and DVVINDUIS 23 eR te Eb x Eod EE ure imbutus 51 Introducing Your Gateway Plasma IV This chapter provides basic information about your Gateway Plasma TV Read this chapter to learn about m Features m Warnings and safeguards m Package contents B Controls and connections Chapter 1 Introducing Your Gateway Plasma TV Features Your plasma TV features A bright flicker free image Automatic detection and conversion of film content for correct display with minimal motion artifacts noise Accurate color processing m Two high definition component video input
18. aits before it automatically turns off You can specify from 1 to 120 minutes The SLEEP option must be turned on POWER SAVE Turns power save mode on or off The plasma TV goes into sleep mode with RGB and DVI video input For more information see the documentation that came with your computer S W VERSION Shows the version of the software your plasma TV is using INPUT H FREQ KHZ Shows the current horizontal signal frequency For more information see Signal Frequency Information on page 49 INPUT V FREQ HZ Shows the current vertical frequency For more information see Signal Frequency Information on page 49 www gateway com 41 Chapter 3 Adjusting Your Plasma TV Settings 42 www gateway com Maintenance and Troubleshooting Read this chapter to learn how to maintain and troubleshoot your plasma TV 43 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 plasma 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 damage
19. asma TV Settings OSD Menu PIP POP Description PIP Turns PIP mode on or off When PIP is turned on you can display two pictures at one time One picture is displayed on the full screen and the other picture is displayed in a small window The picture on the full screen isthe main picture The picture in the window is the sub picture You can use PIP mode if your video input source is set to TV AV S Video Component 1 or Component 2 and the video input source is 480i or lower such as a non progressive DVD player PIP mode does not work with component video input sources higher than 480i such as a HDTV set top box or progressive DVD player RGB or DVI video sources SOURCE Changes the video input source ofthe sub picture when PIP is turned on POSITION Moves the sub picture within the Screen FIXED lets you use the H LOCATOR and V LOCATOR options to place the sub picture in one of the four corners of the screen VARIABLE lets you use the H LOCATOR and V LOCATOR options to move the sub picture anywhere within the screen H LOCATOR Moves the sub picture left or right V LOCATOR Moves the sub picture up or down SWAP Swaps the picture and the sub picture 38 www gateway com Using the OSD OSD Menu Description PIP POP continued POP Turns POP mode on or off When POP is turned on the screen is split into two pictures The picture on the left side of your screen is the main picture The picture on the righ
20. ayer Connects to an audio video receiver or to external speakers Connecis to the speaker switch jack on switchable external speakers or an external receiver or amplifier Connecis to an external subwoofer Connects to the audio on an RGB device Connects to an S Video device such as a satellite dish receiver Connecis to a component video device such as a HDTV set top box 13 Chapter 1 Introducing Your Gateway Plasma TV RGB and DVI connections 14 RGB In Connector RGB In RGB Out DVI In RS 232 RGB Out DVI In RS 232 ES RGB OUT Gs amp j _ Description Connects to an RGB video device such as a computer or set top box Connects to an external RGB monitor Connects to a DVI video device such as a computer or set top box Connects to a computer for plasma TV control 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 gateway com Connecting Components Read this chapter to learn how to connect m DVD players m HDTV decoder set top boxes m VCRs m Off air TV and cable TV m External audio devices m Computers Warning Before connecting any external components turn off your plasma TV using the remote control or front panel button then turn off the main power using the MAIN POWER button on the back of your plasma TV
21. ble Contact Gateway for these and other accessories Chapter 1 Introducing Your Gateway Plasma TV Turning on the main power gt To turn on the main power 1 Connect the power cord to the power cord connector on the back of your plasma TV then plug the other end of the power cord into a correctly grounded electrical outlet or surge protector 8 www gateway com Turning on the main power 2 Press the MAIN POWER button The Status LED on the front panel turns yellow and your plasma TV is ready to turn on D MAIN POWER OR T MAIN POWER Warning If you will be away for an extended period of time turn off your plasma TV with the MAIN POWER button instead of D using the remote control or front panel POWER button 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 www gateway com 9 Chapter 1 Introducing Your Gateway Plasma TV Front panel controls vo O MENU INPUT Volume and Menu Input Remote Status Power Adjust Control LED Sensor 10 www gateway com Button Volume and Adjustment Menu Input Remote control sensor Status LED Power Front panel controls Description VOL ADJ Increases or decreases the volume and adjusts on screen display OSD options MENU Opens the OSD
22. d by abrasive or D ammonia based window cleaners Scratches on the bezel or glass are not covered by your warranty Do not scratch or hit the surface of the screen with your fingers or any hard objects Cleaning the exterior 44 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 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 Your warranty does NOT cover screen burn in
23. ding 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 95 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 D 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 discharge unit NEC Section 810 20 Ground clamp N O 0 A W nm Antenna lead in wire 56 Notices Notices Copyright 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 peri
24. ety 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 q result in hazardous radiation exposure To prevent QU 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 cards 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 groun
25. he computer s display resolution exceeds these maximums the external monitor eliminates the extra dots which results in a loss of detail and picture clarity www gateway com 31 Chapter 2 Connecting Components 32 www gateway com Adjusting Your Plasma IV 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 33 Chapter 3 Adjusting Your Plasma TV Settings Using the OSD 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 gt To adjust settings from the OSD 1 Press the MENU or button on the front control panel The OSD opens 2 Press the ADJ or button on the front control panel to select the menu you want 3 Press the MENU or button on the front control panel to select a menu option 4 Press the ADJ or button on the front control panel to adjust the option setting 34 Using the OSD OSD menus and options You can use these OSD menus and options to adjust various settings for your plasma TV OSD Menu PICTURE TV AV1 AV2 Component 1 and Component 2 video sources Description INPUT SOURCE Switches between available video input sources
26. ing 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 burn in a permanent ghost image 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 m 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 ee ee ee 0000990 000 0000 CAD o O 0000 4 Bo Ine v AB olo o 0 010 A Ee 1 oe e Two AA batteries pere ns ONINEYM NS V YY IZIS ddSY Power cord www gateway com Chapter 1 Introducing Your Gateway Plasma TV User guide TV ma gawd ict c so Remote control user guide 6 www gateway com Package contents You can purchase these optional accessories for your plasma TV 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 ca
27. mponent Video 1 connection 13 Component Video 2 connection 13 composite video 16 connection 13 computer connecting 29 connecting DVI video 29 connecting RGB video 30 connecting amplifier 27 cable TV 25 computer 29 DVD player 17 external amplified speakers 26 external monitor 31 external receiver 27 HDTV decoder set top box 20 off air TV 25 power cord 8 subwoofer 28 VCR 22 video camera 22 connections antenna 13 audio and video 12 13 audio in 13 audio out 13 back panel 12 Component Video 1 13 Component Video 2 13 composite video 13 DVI 12 14 DVI audio in 13 DVI in 14 external speaker switch 13 RGB 12 14 RGB audio in 13 RGB in 14 RGB out 14 RS 232 14 subwoofer 13 S Video 13 Video 1 13 DVD player connecting component video 17 59 connecting composite video 19 connecting S Video 18 DVI audio in connection 13 DVI connection 12 14 DVI in connection 14 E external amplified speakers connecting 26 external monitor connecting 31 external receiver connecting 27 external speaker switch connection 13 F features 2 front panel buttons 10 H HDTV decoder set top box connecting component video 20 connecting RGB video 21 image burn in 4 45 Input button 11 M main power button 9 turning on 9 maintenance 43 44 menu 11 Menu button 11 34 O off air TV connecting coaxial RF 25 on screen display see OSD OSD 34 brightness 35 36 60 channel statu
28. odically 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 Mouse Gateway 2000 Gateway Country gateway net Gateway stylized logo Perfect Scholar Solo TelePath Vivitron stylized G design and You ve got a friend in the business slogan are registered trademarks and black and white spotted box logo GATEWAY Gateway Astro Gateway Work Gateway Connected touch pad Gateway Connected music player Gateway Cyber Ware Gateway Education Ware Gateway Flex Case Gateway Gaming Ware Gateway GoBack Gateway Gold Gateway Learning Ware Gateway Magazine Gateway Micro Server Gateway Money
29. or heat source 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 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 Disconnect your plasma TV from the main power supply 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 Display
30. plasma TV 2 Connect the red R and white L audio jacks on the back of your VCR or video camera to the Rand L audio in jacks on the back of your plasma TV www gateway com 23 Chapter 2 Connecting Components gt To connect your VCR using coaxial RF audio and video AUDIO IN VIDEO AUDIO IN COMPONENT VIDEO AUDIO IN CO A n A SNL e TA A A 5 4 NE 000 0000000 Cy 8 0 e M K X AN 45 Le m Connect the output to TV RF out or Antenna out jack on the back of your VCR to the ANT jack on the back 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 55 24 Www gateway com Connecting off air TV or cable TV Connecting off air TV or cable TV gt To connect off air TV or cable TV using coaxial RF audio and video AUDIO IN VIDEO AUDIO IN COMPONENT VIDEO AUDIO IN 000 00000000 u J e KJO 0 2020 020 e N m Connect the coaxial RF connector from your antenna or cable box to the ANT connector on the back of your plasma TV If you have connected a VCR to the ANT connector on the back of your plasma TV connect
31. s 40 closed captioning 40 color 35 contrast 35 36 language 41 menu other 41 picture 35 36 PIP POP 38 sound 37 TV 40 Parental Guide 40 PIP mode 38 POP mode 39 screen width 35 36 timeout 41 zoom 35 P Parental Guide 40 PIP mode 38 POP mode 39 power main button 9 turning on 9 power button 11 power cord 5 connection 8 R remote control 5 remote control sensor 11 Remote control user guide 6 RGB audio in connection 13 RGB connection 12 14 RGB in connection 14 RGB out connection 14 RS 232 connection 14 S safety 3 screen width 35 36 Service Center 47 setting up safety precautions 3 signal frequency Component 1 and Component 2 50 RGB and DVI 51 TV AV1 and AV2 50 status LED 11 subwoofer connecting 28 connection 13 support 47 S Video 16 connection 13 T troubleshooting 43 45 V VCR connecting coaxial RF 24 connecting composite video 23 connecting S Video 22 Video 1 connection 13 video camera connecting composite video 23 connecting S Video 22 video connections types of 16 volume button 11 W wall mount kit 7 Z zoom 35 61 62 www gateway com MAN MON 42 PLASMA TV GDE R2 3 03 8509141
32. sources that automatically synchronize the display to match the incoming source Picture in picture PIP and picture on picture POP modes that let you watch two programs simultaneously HDTV signal compatibility using an external HDTV decoder with RGB or component video outputs Digital zoom modes get rid of black bars around the display image m A built in BBE sound processor that maximizes the sound quality m A built in SRS sound processor that simulates surround effects using only two speakers Selectable fixed variable audio outputs Built in internal amplifier and speakers Connections for adding a separate powered subwoofer A built in Digital Visual Interface DVI to eliminate the need for digital to analog conversion 1280 x 1024 SXGA support for computer input 720p and 1080i support for HDTV signals Important Safeguards Important Safeguards Warning Risk of electric shock Do not open i To reduce the risk of electric shock do no remove the back 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 holes Burns or personal injuries may occur if you are too close to the
33. t side of the screen is the sub picture You can use POP mode if your video input source is setto TV AV S Video Component 1 or Component 2 and the video input source is 480i or lower such as a non progressive DVD player POP mode does not work with component video input sources higher than 480i such as a HDTV set top box or progressive DVD player RGB or DVI video sources SOURCE Changes the video input source ofthe sub picture when POP is turned on SCREEN RATE Changes the aspect ratio ofthe sub picture SWAP Swaps the picture and the sub picture 39 Chapter 3 Adjusting Your Plasma TV Settings OSD Menu TV Description CHANNEL Changes the TV channel CHANNEL STATUS Sets the status of the TV channel NORMAL is the default FAV programs the channel as a favorite channel For more information see Your Gateway Remote Control User s Guide LOCK prevents the channel from being viewed You need the remote control to use this option For more information see Your Gateway Remote Control User s Guide ERASE removes the channel from the channel list MTS Changes the sound output for TV programs Switch between STEREO MONO or SAP Second Audio Program for audio simulcasts The TV program must support the output option CCD Activates closed captioning V CHIP Activates the Parental Guide You need the remote control to use this option For more information see Your Gateway Remote Control
34. teway com Frequency Information Read this appendix for signal frequency information For more information see OSD menu OTHER on page 41 Appendix A Signal Frequency Information TV AV1 and AV2 inputs Horizontal KHz Vertical Hz Format 15 7 60 NTSC Video 15 6 50 PAL Video Component 1 and Component 2 inputs Horizontal KHz Vertical Hz Format 15 7 60 NTSC Video 15 6 50 PAL Video 15 7 60 480i SDTV 31 5 60 480P EDTV 33 0 60 1080i HDTV 45 0 60 720P HDTV 50 RGB and DVI inputs RGB and DVI inputs Mode Horizontal KHz Vertical Hz Format Refresh 1 31 5 59 9 640 x 480 VGA 60 2 37 9 72 8 640 x 480 VGA 72 3 37 5 75 0 640 x 480 VGA 75 4 43 3 85 0 640 x 480 VGA 85 5 35 1 56 3 800 x 600 SVGA 56 6 37 9 60 3 800 x 600 SVGA 60 7 48 1 72 2 800 x 600 SVGA 72 8 46 9 75 0 800 x 600 SVGA 75 9 53 7 85 0 800 x 600 SVGA 85 10 48 4 60 0 1024 x 768 XGA 60 11 56 5 70 0 1024 x 768 XGA 70 12 60 0 75 0 1024 x 768 XGA 75 13 68 7 85 0 1024 x 768 XGA 85 14 64 0 60 0 1280 x 1024 SXGA 60 51 Appendix A Signal Frequency Information Mode 15 16 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 Horizontal KHz 80 0 91 1 31 5 31 5 45 2 33 8 31 5 31 4 35 0 49 7 68 7 Vertical Hz 75 0 85 0 70 0 50 0 60 0 60i 70 0 60 0 66 7 74 6 75 0 Format 1280 x 1024 SXGA 1280 x 1024 SXGA 720 x 400 DOS 640 x 480 VGA 1266 x 720P HDTV 1920 x 1080i HDTV 640 x 350 VG
35. ub RGB jack on the back of your HDTV set top box to the RGB IN jack 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 and L audio in jacks on the back of your plasma TV n After you connect your HDTV set top box to the RGB input jack on your plasma TV you may need to adjust various plasma TV picture settings to correctly match the output from the HDTV set top box see PICTURE RGB DVI video sources on page 36 21 www gateway com Chapter 2 Connecting Components Connecting your VCR or video camera gt To connect your VCR or video camera using S Video AUDIO IN VIDEO AUDIO IN SN S AN a AA CCDA ON OX e O e Co DO 4 OO 00 O O O0 00 Tt oo000100 A S gt 4 OR 1 Connect the S Video jack on the back of your VCR or video camera to the S 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 Rand L audio in jacks on the back of your plasma TV 22 www gateway com Connecting your VCR or video camera gt To connect your VCR or video camera using composite video AUDIO IN VIDEO AUDIO IN COMPONENT VIDEO AUDIO IN AN a AR PN N UN a MM EEE x 4 LO OOM O N 1 S 2 Ub 7 OV r 0 OR 1 Connect the yellow video jack on the back of your VCR or video camera to the yellow VIDEO 1 jack on the back of your
36. xternal amplifier to your plasma TV Your plasma TV is equipped with a external speaker switch that can automatically send a remote turn on off signal to an external receiver or amplifier B To connect your external receiver or amplifier AUDIO IN VIDEO AUDIO IN COMPONENT VIDEO AUDIO IN Y1 Ps1 Cet Pri Cai R L EOZOIOIOIOIOLIO S VIDEO R L Y2 R L R Ps2 Cs2 Pr2 Cr2 gt 000 00000009 2 A gy 00 000 0 f 1 Connect the red R and white L audio jacks on the back of your external amplifier or receiver to the AUDIO OUT jacks on the back of your plasma TV 2 If your external amplifier or receiver accepts remote turn on off signals connect the external speaker switch Not all external amplifiers or receivers can accept remote turn on off signals www gateway com 27 Chapter 2 Connecting Components Connecting a subwoofer Your plasma TV has built in speakers You can enhance the bass response of your plasma TV s sound by connecting an external amplified subwoofer gt To connect your subwoofer AUDIO IN VIDEO AUDIO IN COMPONENT VIDEO AUDIO IN S 00000006 AU N us NL A NL A gt AK e C 00000000 Q C oO e e 6 4 45 ke O SM AN 1 Connect the audio jack on the back of your subwoofer to the SUBWOOFER jack on the back of your plasma TV 2 If your subwoofer accepts remote turn on off signals connect the external speaker switch Not all subwoofers can accept remote turn on
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