Additional Information
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Additional Information
General problems
Problems
C
ommonly
M
istaken as
a Malfuction
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No power
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Unit cannot be operated
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Remote control does not work
.
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Picture is cut off
• S
trange color, light color, or
dark, or color misalignment
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Power suddenly turns OFF
.
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No picture
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Verify that the power cord is connected and properly seated (page 14)
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Check that the MAIN POWER switch is set to ON (page 9)
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External influences such as lightning, static electricity, etc., may cause improper operation. f this
occurs, cycle the unit's power OFF then ON or unplug the power cord then re-plug the cord in
after 1 to 2 minutes.
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Verify that batteries are inserted with polarity (+, –) correctly aligned (page 8)
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Worn out batteries, replace with new batteries
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Check that an object is not blocking the remote signal receiver (page 8)
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Point the remote control directly toward the remote signal receiver when operating (page 8)
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Confirm that the selected screen size correct
Switch to another screen size if necessary (page 21)
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Verify that [SCREEN] mode adjustments such as picture size are correct (pages 21, 22, 26 to 28)
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Is the POINT ZOOM function being used? (page 22)
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Adjust the picture tone (page 25)
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Room may be too bright
The picture may seem dark in a room that is too bright.
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Check the [CLAMP POSITION] setup and change if necessary (page 18)
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Panel’s internal temperature has increased because air vents are blocked
Remove any objects blocking or clogging one or more vents (page 34)
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Confirm that the [POWER MANAGEMENT] function set to [ON] (page 24)
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The t[SCREEN MGT.] function may be set to [ONCE] or [REPEAT] (pages 30 and 31)
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Check connections to any other components (pages 12 to 13)
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Verify that the setup has been performed properly (pages 16 to 18)
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Confirm that the correct input is selected (page 19)
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Check for a non-compatible signal being input (pages 38 to 41)
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Confirm that the [PICTURE] setting is correct (page 25)
Problem
Possible Solution
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Screen display is too small
.
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Letters broken or jumbled
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A sharp sound periodically
heard from the cabinet
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Bright portions of an image
appear to be losing intensity
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Speckles, snow, or noise
appear on screen
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Stripes appear on the screen
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Sound heard from within
the unit
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Fan is not moving
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Fan speed changes
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ON (green) indicator fails
to light
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Panel is making sounds/noises
• Confirm that the correct screen size is selected (pages 21, 22, 26 and 27)
• Adjust using [SCREEN] mode on the menu screen (page 27)
If there is still no improvement, the unit may be limiting the displayable range. Check the
Computer signal compatibility table (pages 38 to 41)
• Expansion/contraction caused by surrounding temperature changes may result in sounds being
heard from the cabinet. This is not a malfunction.
• When the video input signal’s level is too high, the bright portions of an image may appear to lose
intensity.
Increase the adjustment level of the contrast and check the picture (page 25).
• May be caused by radio wave interference from appliances with motors such as hair dryers,
electric vacuum cleaners, electric power drills, ignition systems of cars, motorcycles etc.
Switch away devises such as thermostats, neon signs, etc. or avoid discharging power lines
• May be caused by radio wave mingling from TV station, FM station, amateur radios, public radios
(simplified radios), a nearby personal computer, TV, or other video/audio component.
• A strong electromagnetic field may cause picture distortion and similar problems.
• Normal sound of the cooling fan and internal sliding parts of the plasma display panel. Not a
malfunction.
• Fan is set to operate only after ambient temperature exceeds 35°C (differs depending on
installation conditions). Not a malfunction.
• Fan speed changes automatically in accordance with ambient conditions. Not a malfunction.
• The ON indicator may not light in some cases depending on the installer's chosen settings.
Consult with your installation technician.
• Panels generate sounds such as: Fan motor noise, Electrical Circuit Humming/Glass Panel.
Buzzing noises are normal operation of a phosphor-based matrix display.
Problem
Possible Solution
