User manual NEC PLASMASYNC PX-42MP3

USER'S MANUAL 3-1 PlasmaSync Plasma Monitor User's Manual NEC Solutions Introduction Introduction to the PlasmaSync 42MP3,42MP4 Plasma Monitor NEC's PlasmaSyncTM is a seamless blend of cutting-edge visual technology and sophisticated design. At 42-inches, with a 16:9 aspect ratio, the PlasmaSync 42MP3, 42MP4 certainly makes a big impression. However, at a mere 3.5 inches/89 mm thin, the monitor's sleek techno-art lines blend in well with your environment. PlasmaSync's crisp, vivid image quality will transform data from any graphic medium from PCs to DVD players- into art. And weighing only 61.8 lbs/ 28.5 kg (42MP3), 65 lbs/ 29.5 kg (42MP4) it actually can be hung almost anywhere. NEC has made sure that a host of multimedia resources can be easily connected and displayed as brilliantly as intended on the PlasmaSyncTM monitor. * You can select RGB source, Component source or Video source for the 5BNC terminal. When selecting an RGB input, the source is switched to the RGB input (3); when selecting a component input, the source is switched to the DVD/HD input (2); when selecting a Video source, the source is switched to the Video input (3). Contents of the Package Plasma monitor Power cord RGB cable (Mini D-Sub 15-pin to Mini D-Sub 15-pin connector) Remote control with two AAA Batteries User's manual Remote cable Safety metal fittings* Screws for safety metal fitting* Ferrite core (small 2, large 2), band * These are fittings for fastening the unit to a wall to prevent tipping due to external shock when using the stand (option). Fasten the safety fittings to the holes in the back of the monitor using the safety fitting mount screws. The features you'll enjoy include: · · · · 42-inch screen 16:9 aspect ratio Capsulated Color Filter (CCF) and black matrix The enhanced display in red uses a two-stage filtering system where AccucrimsonTM is combined with our special CCF. 3.5 inch / 89 mm thin 42MP3: 61.8 lbs/ 28.5 kg light, 42MP4: 65 lbs/ 29.5 kg light High-resolution screen; 42MP3: 853 480 pixels, 42MP4: 1024 768 pixels 160-degrees of off-axis viewing, horizontally and vertically. Flicker - and warp - free display provides excellent image geometry even in screen corners Not affected by magnetic fields, no color drift or edge distortion. VGA, SVGA, XGA, SXGA, UXGA computer signal compatibility NTSC, PAL, SECAM, composite and S-Video signal compatibility 480P, 1080I, 720P and HDTV signal compatibility PCs, VCRs, Laser Disc and DVD player source compatibility AccuBlend scan conversion automatically converts SVGA, XGA, SXGA and UXGA signals to the panel's native resolution (42MP4: VGA, SVGA, SXGA, UXGA) Advanced Mass Area Sampling Progressive Scan method is employed. RGB input (3*), Video input (3*), DVD/HD input (2*), Audio input (3), External Control input (1) AccuColor control system provides user selectable onscreen color temperature settings New Drive Technology Component video input terminal for DVD, 15.75kHz (Y, CB, CR ) Digital broadcasting source compatibility OSM menu-driven on screen control system that makes image adjustments a snap Seven languages (English, German, French, Italian, Spanish, Swedish, and Japanese) · · · · · · · · · · · Options · Wall mount unit · Ceiling mount unit · Tilt mount unit · Stand · Attachable speakers · Pole unit · Horizontal pole mount unit · · · · · · · · Important Information Precautions Please read this manual carefully before using your plasma monitor and keep the manual handy for future reference. Warnings and Safety Precaution This plasma monitor is designed and manufactured to provide long, trouble-free service. No maintenance other than cleaning is required. Use a soft dry cloth to clean the panel. Never use solvents such as alcohol or thinner to clean the panel surface. The plasma display panel consists of fine picture elements (cells) with more than 99.99 percent active cells. There may be some cells that do not produce light or remain lit. For operating safety and to avoid damage to the unit, read carefully and observe the following instructions. To avoid shock and fire hazards: 1. Provide adequate space for ventilation to avoid internal heat build-up. Do not cover rear vents or install the unit in a closed cabinet or shelves. The unit is equipped with cooling fans (42XGA only). If you install the unit in an enclosure, make sure there is adequate space at the top of the unit to allow hot air to rise and escape. If the monitor becomes too hot, the overheat protector will be activated and the monitor will be turned off. If this happens, turn off the power to the monitor and unplug the power cord. If the room where the monitor is installed is particularly hot, move the monitor to a cooler location, and wait for 60 minutes to cool the monitor. If the problem persists, contact your dealer for service. 2. Do not use this unit polarized plug with extension cords or outlets unless the prongs can be completely inserted. 3. Do not expose the unit to water or moisture. 4. Avoid damage to the power cord, and do not attempt to modify the power cord. 5. Unplug the power cord during electrical storms or if the unit will not be used over a long period. 6. Do not open the cabinet which has potentially dangerous high voltage components inside. If the unit is damaged in this way the warranty will be void. Moreover, there is a serious risk of electric shock. 7. Do not attempt to service or repair the unit. This is not liable for any bodily harm or damage caused if unqualified persons attempt service or open the back cover. Refer all service to authorized Service Centers. CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN CAUTION:TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER. NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. This symbol warns the user that uninsulated voltage within the unit may have sufficient magnitude to cause electric shock. Therefore, it is dangerous to make any kind of contact with any part inside of this unit. This symbol alerts the user that important literature concerning the operation and maintenance of this unit has been included. Therefore, it should be read carefully in order to avoid any problems. WARNING TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARDS, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS UNIT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. ALSO DO NOT USE THIS UNIT'S POLARIZED PLUG WITH AN EXTENSION CORD RECEPTACLE OR OTHER OUTLETS, UNLESS THE PRONGS CAN BE FULLY INSERTED. REFRAIN FROM OPENING THE CABINET AS THERE ARE HIGH-VOLTAGE COMPONENTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. Warning This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense. NOTE: When you connect a computer to this monitor, attach the supplied ferrite cores. If you do not do this, this monitor will not comform to mandatory FCC standards. Attaching the ferrite cores: Set the ferrite cores on both ends of the DVI cable (not supplied), and both ends of the power cable (supplied). Close the lid tightly until the clamps click. Use the band to fasten the ferrite core (supplied) to the DVI cable. DVI cable (not supplied) band band Connector Recommendations to avoid or minimize phosphor burn-in Like all phosphor-based display devices and all other gas plasma displays, plasma monitors can be susceptible to phosphor burn under certain circumstances. Certain operating conditions, such as the continuous display of a static image over a prolonged period of time, can result in phosphor burn if proper precautions are not taken. To protect your investment in this plasma monitor, please adhere to the following guidelines and recommendations for minimizing the occurrence of image burn: * Always enable and use your computer's screen saver function during use with a computer input source. * Display a moving image whenever possible. * Change the position of the menu display from time to time. * Always power down the monitor when you are finished using it. If the plasma monitor is in long term use or continuous operation take the following measures to reduce the likelihood of phosphor burn: * Lower the Brightness and Contrast levels as much as possible without impairing image readability. * Display an image with many colors and color gradations (i.e. photographic or photo-realistic images). * Create image content with minimal contrast between light and dark areas, for example white characters on black backgrounds. Use complementary or pastel color whenever possible. * Avoid displaying images with few colors and distinct, sharply defined borders between colors. * Burn-in is not covered by the warranty. Contact your dealer for other recommended procedures that will best suit your particular application needs. core (small) core (small) Power cable (supplied) core (large) core (large) To avoid damage and prolong operating life: 1. Use only with 120V 50/60Hz AC power supply. Continued operation at line voltages greater than 120 Volts AC will shorten the life of the unit, and might even cause a fire hazard. 2. Handle the unit carefully when installing it and do not drop. 3. Set the unit away from heat, excessive dust, and direct sunlight. 4. Protect the inside of the unit from liquids and small metal objects. In case of accident, unplug the power cord and have it serviced by an authorized Service Center. 5. Do not hit or scratch the panel surface as this causes flaws on the surface of the screen. 6. For correct installation and mounting it is strongly recommended to use a trained, authorized dealer. 7. As is the case with any phosphor-based display (like a CRT monitor, for example) light output will gradually decrease over the life of a Plasma Display Panel. Recommandations importantes Précautions Veuillez lire avec attention ce manuel avant d'utiliser le moniteur à plasma et le conserver accessible pour s'y référer ultérieurement. Mises en garde et précautions de sécurité Ce moniteur à plasma a été conçu et fabriqué pour une utilisation fiable et durable. Il ne nécessite aucun entretien en dehors du nettoyage. Utiliser un chiffon doux et sec pour nettoyer la surface de l'écran. Ne jamais utiliser de solvant comme de l'alcool ou du diluant. Le panneau à affichage plasma est constitué de fines particules d'images (cellules) dont plus de 99,99%sont actives. Certaines d'entre elles ne produisent pas de lumière ou restent allumées. Pour des raisons de sécurité et pour éviter d'endommager l'appareil, lire attentivement les instructions suivantes. Pour éviter les risques d'éléctrocution et d'incendie: 1. Laisser suffisament d'espace autour de l'appareil pour la ventilation et éviter toute augmentation excessive de la température interne. Ne pas couvrir les évents ou l'installer dans un endroit trop exigu. L'appareil est équipé de ventilateurs de refroidissement (uniquement wide-VGA). Si vous installez l'appareil dans un espace clos, assurezvous qu'il y ait suffisamment d'espace au dessus pour permettre à l'air chaud de s'élever et de s'évacuer. Si la température du moniteur devient excessive, la protection contre les surchauffes entrera en action et coupera l'alimentation. Dans ce cas, éteindre l'appareil et débrancher le câble d'alimentation. Si la température de la pièce dans laquelle se trouve le moniteur est particulièrement élevée, déplacer celui-ci dans un endroit plus frais et attendre environ 60 minutes qu'il refroidisse. Si le problème persiste, prendre contact avec votre revendeur. 2. Ne pas raccorder la prise d'alimentation polarisée de ce périphérique à une rallonge ou une prise murale si les fiches ne peuvent pas être complètement insérées. 3. Ne pas exposer à L'eau ou à l'humidité. 4. Eviter d'endommager le cordon d'alimentation, et ne pas modifier le cordon d'alimentation. 5. Débrancher le câble d'alimentation électrique pendant les orages ou les longues périodes d'inactivité. 6. Ne pas ouvrir le coffret. Des composants de haute tension se trouvent à l'intérieur. Si l'appareil est endommagé de cette manière, la garantie devient caduque. De plus, il y a risque d'électrocution. 7. Ne pas essayer d'intervenir ou de réparer l'appareil. Ceci n'est en aucune manière responsable des blessures corporelles ou dégâts matériels pouvant survenir si une personne non qualifiée tente une réparation en ouvrant le boîtier arrière. S'adresser aux services après-vente autorisés. ATTENTION RISQUE D'ELECTROCUTION NE PAS OUVRIR MISE EN GARDE: AFIN DE REDUIRE LES RISQUES D'ELECTROCUTION, NE PAS DEPOSER LE COUVERCLE, IL N'Y A AUCUNE PIECE UTILISABLE A L'INTERIEUR DE CET APPAREIL. NE CONFIER LES TRAVAUX D'ENTRETIEN QU'A UN PERSONNEL QUALIFIE. Ce symbole a pour but de prévenir l'utilisateur de la présence d'une tension dangereuse, non isolée se trouvant à l'intérieur de l'appareil. Elle est d'une intensité suffisante pour constituer un risque d'électrocution. Eviter le contact avec les pièces à l'intérieur de cet appareil. Ce symbole a pour but de prévenir l'utilisateur de la présence d'importantes instructions concernant l'entretien et le fonctionnement de cet appareil. Par conséquent, elles doivent être lues attentivement afin d'éviter des problèmes. AVERTISSEMENT AFIN DE REDUIRE LES RISQUES D'INCENDIE OU D'ELECTROCUTION, NE PAS EXPOSER CET APPAREIL A LA PLUIE OU A L'HUMIDITE. AUSSI, NE PAS UTILISER LA FICHE POLARISEE AVEC UN PROLONGATEUR OU UNE AUTRE PRISE DE COURANT SAUF SI CES LAMES PEUVENT ETRE INSEREES A FOND. NE PAS OUVRIR LE COFFRET, DES COMPOSANTS HAUTE TENSION SE TROUVENT A L'INTERIEUR. LAISSER A UN PERSONNEL QUALIFIE LE SOIN DE REPARER CET APPAREIL. DOC avis de conformation Cet appareil numérigue de la classe A respecte toutes les exigences du Réglement sur le Matériel Brouilleur du Canada. REMARQUE: Lorsque vous branchez un micro-ordinateur sur ce moniteur, fixez les noyaux en ferrites fournis. Si vous ne le faîtes, le moniteur ne sera pas en conformité avec les exigences des standards FCC. Fixation des noyaux en ferrite. Monter les tores en ferrite aux deux extrêmités du câble DVI (non fourni) et aux deux extrêmités du câble d'alimentation électrique (fourni). Fermez doucement le couvercle jusqu'à ce que les crans se clipsent. Fixer le tore en ferrite (fourni) au câble DVI à l'aide d'un collier. Câble DVI (non fourni) Collier Collier Connecteur Pour éviter les risques de brûlage du luminophore, les mesures suivantes sont recommandées: Comme tous les périphériques d'affichage à base luminophore et tous les autres affichages gaz plasma, les moniteurs plasma peuvent être sujets au brûlage du luminophore dans certaines circonstances. Certaines conditions d'utilisation, telles que l'affichage continu d'une image statique pour une durée prolongée, peuvent causer le brûlage du luminophore si aucune précaution n'est prise. Pour protéger votre investissement dans ce moniteur à plasma, veuillez suivre les directives et les conseils suivantes pour minimiser l'occurence le marquage de l'écran: · Assurez-vous de mettre en marche et d'utliser l'économisateur d'écran chaque fois que c'est possible lorsque vous l'utilisez avec une source d'entrée d'ordinateur. · Affichez une image en mouvement aussi souvent que possible. · Changer la position de l'affichage de menu de temps à autre. · Coupez toujours l'alimentation lorsque vous avez terminé d'utiliser la moniteur. Si le moniteur est en usage continu ou longue durée, prenez les mesures suivantes afin d'éviter l'occurence le brûlage du luminophore: · Abaissez le niveau de l'image (contraste, luminosité) autant que possible, sans faire perdre la lisibilité de l'image. · Affichez une image avec de nombreuses couleurs et graduations de couleur (par ex. des images photographiques ou photo-réalistes). · Créez un contenu d'image avec un contraste minimal entre les zones sombres et les zones claires, par exemple, des caractères blancs sur un fond noir. Utilisez des couleurs complémentaires ou pastels le plus souvent possible. · Évitez d'afficher des images avec peu de couleurs et des limites nettes et clairement définies entre les couleurs. * Le brûlage de l'écran n'est pas couvert par la garantie. Contactez un revendeur agréé ou un revendeur de marque pour d'autres procédures qui conviendront le mieux à vos besoins particuliers. noyau (petit) noyau (petit) Câble d'alimentation électrique (fourni) noyau (large) noyau (large) Pour éviter des dommages et prolonger la durée de service de l'appareil: 1. N'utiliser qu'une source d'alimentation de 120 V 50/ 60 Hz CA. Le fait d'utiliser l'appareil en continu à des tensions de ligne supérieures à 120 Volts CA réduit sa durée de vie et risque de provoquer un incendie. 2. Manipuler l'appareil avec soin pendant son déplacement et ne pas le faire tomber. 3. Eloigner l'appareil des endroits chauds, très poussiéreux et exposés en plein soleil. 4. Eviter que des liquides et des petits objets métalliques pénètrent à l'intérieur de l'appareil. En cas d'incident de ce genre, débrancher le câble d'alimentation électrique et confier le moniteur à un service après-vente agréé. 5. Ne pas frapper ou rayer la surface de la écran plasma, car des défauts risquent de se produire sur la surface de la écran plasma. 6. Pour un montage et une installation correcte, il est fortement recommandé de faire appel à un revendeur agréé et qualifié. 7. Comme c'est le cas pour tout affichage à base de phosphore (comme un moniteur CRT, par exemple), la puissance de lumière baisse graduellement au cours de la vie du Panneau d'Affichage à Plasma. Contents How to Attach Options to the Plasma Monitor .... 1 Part Names and Function .................................. 2 Front View ............................................................... Rear View / Terminal Board ...................................... Remote Control ........................................................ Battery Installation and Replacement .......................... Using the wired remote control mode ......................... Operating Range ..................................................... Handling the remote control ...................................... 2 3 4 5 6 6 6 OSM Controls ................................................. 15 Menu Operations ................................................... 15 Picture Settings Menu ............................................. 17 Adjusting the picture ................................................. 17 Setting the picture mode according to the brightness of the room ............................................... 18 Setting the color temperature .................................... 19 Adjusting the color to the desired quality ................... 20 Reducing noise in the picture ..................................... 21 Sound Settings Menu .............................................. 22 Adjusting the treble, bass and left/right balance ........ 22 Screen Settings Menu ............................................. 23 Adjusting the Position, Size, Fine Picture, Picture Adj ................................................................ 23 Function Settings Menu .......................................... 24 Setting the on-screen menu ....................................... 24 Adjusting the position of the menu display ................ 25 Setting the power management for computer images ..... 26 POWER/STANDBY indicator ................................... 27 Setting the gray level for the sides of the screen ......... 28 Setting the picture to suit the movie ........................... 28 Setting RGB3 ADJ. .................................................... 29 Reducing burn-in of the screen .................................. 29 Setting the time for "INVERSE" ................................ 30 Setting the time for "SCREEN WIPER" .................... 31 Resetting to the default values .................................... 32 Options Settings Menu ............................................ 33 Setting the allocation of the audio connectors ........... 33 Setting the BNC connectors ...................................... 34 Setting a computer image to the correct RGB select screen ............................................................. 34 Setting high definition images to the suitable screen size ............................................................... 35 Information Menu ................................................. 36 Checking the frequencies, polarities of input signals, and resolution ........................................................... 36 Setting the language for the menus ............................. 36 Setting the video signal format .................................. 37 Installation ...................................................... 7 Connecting Your PC or Macintosh Computer ............... 8 Connections with Equipment that has a Digital Interface ... 8 Connecting Your Document Camera ........................... 8 Connecting Your VCR or Laser Disc Player .................. 8 Connecting Your DVD Player ..................................... 8 Attachable Speaker Connections ................................ 9 Pin Assignments and Signal Levels for 15 pin RGB (Analog) ......................................... 10 Pin Configuration and Signal of the RGB 3 IN Connector (DVI Connector) .............. 10 Basic Operations ............................................. 11 POWER ................................................................ 11 To turn the unit ON and OFF: .................................... 11 VOLUME .............................................................. 11 To adjust the sound volume: ...................................... 11 MUTE ................................................................... 11 To cancel the sound: .................................................. 11 DISPLAY ................................................................ 11 To check the settings: ................................................. 11 DIGITAL ZOOM ..................................................... 11 OFF TIMER ........................................................... 12 To set the off timer: ................................................... 12 To check the remaining time: ..................................... 12 To cancel the off timer ............................................... 12 WIDE Operations ............................................. 13 Watching with a wide screen (manual) .................... 13 When watching videos or digital video discs ............. 13 When watching high definition video source ............. 13 Watching computer images with a wide screen ......... 14 External Control ............................................. 38 Table of Signals Supported .............................. 51 Supported resolution .............................................. 51 Troubleshooting ............................................. 53 Specifications ................................................. 54 How to Attach Options to the Plasma Monitor You can attach your optional mounts or stand to the plasma monitor in one of the following two ways: * While it is upright. (See Drawing A) * As it is laid down with the screen face down (See Drawing B). Lay the protective sheet, which was wrapped around the monitor when it was packaged, beneath the screen surface so as not to scratch the screen face. Drawing A · This device cannot be installed on its own. Be sure to use a stand or original mounting unit. (Wall mount unit, Stand, etc.) * See the inside of a cover. · For correct installation and mounting it is strongly recommended to use a trained, authorized dealer. Failure to follow correct mounting procedures could result in damage to the equipment or injury to the installer. Product warranty does not cover damage caused by improper installation. Drawing B * Use only Listed Cart or Stand, or mounting kit or stand provided by manufacturer. Ventilation Requirements for enclosure mounting To allow heat to disperse, leave space between surrounding objects as shown on the diagram below when installing. 31mm (1.22") Wall 1110mm (43.7") 50mm (2") 31mm (1.22") Wall 748mm (29.5") 1 50mm (2") 50mm (2") Part Names and Function Front View PROCEED VOLUME DOWN UP LEFT/- RIGHT/+ INPUT SELECT /EXIT POWER/STANDBY PROCEED VOLUME DOWN UP LEFT/ - RIGHT/ + INPUT SELECT /EXIT POWER/STANDBY 7 6 5 4 321 q Power Turns the monitor's power on and off. w Remote sensor window Receives the signals from the remote control. e POWER/STANDBY indicator When the power is on ............................. Lights green. When the power is in the standby mode ... Lights red. r INPUT SELECT / EXIT Switches the input, in the following order. The available inputs depend on the setting of "BNC SELECT". VIDEO1 VIDEO2 HD/DVD/DTV RGB: RGB/PC3 RGB/PC2 RGB/PC1 t LEFT/­ and RIGHT/+ Enlarges or reduces the image. Functions as the CURSOR ( / ) buttons in the On-Screen Menu (OSM) mode. y VOLUME DOWN and UP Adjusts the volume. Functions as the CURSOR (v/ w) buttons in the On-Screen Menu (OSM) mode. u PROCEED Sets the On-Screen Menu (OSM) mode and displays the main menu. COMP.: VIDEO: VIDEO1 VIDEO2 HD1/DVD1/DTV1 RGB/PC3 RGB/PC1 HD2/DVD2/DTV2 VIDEO1 VIDEO2 VIDEO3 RGB/PC3 RGB/PC1 HD/DVD/DTV Functions as the EXIT buttons in the On-Screen Menu (OSM) mode. 2 Rear View/ Terminal Board VIDEO 1 VIDEO 2 D AUDIO 1 L ( MONO ) R Y VIDEO 1 VIDEO 2 AUDIO 1 L ( MONO ) R Y CB / PB CR / PR DVD1/HD1 DVD1 / HD1 CB / PB CR / PR L ( MONO ) R AUDIO 2 L ( MONO ) R F R / CR / PR RGB2 / DVD2 / HD2 G/Y / VIDEO 3 B / CB / PB HD VD AUDIO 3 L ( MONO ) R CONTROL LOCK AUDIO 2 RGB 1 RGB 1 / OFF RGB 3 ( D i g i t a l RGB ) ON REMOTE CONTROL G EXTERNAL CONTROL AC IN RIGHT LEFT SPEAKERS MUST HAVE MORE THAN 7WATT RATING IMPEDANCE 6 OHM R / CR / PR RGB2/DVD2/HD2 G/Y / VIDEO 3 B / CB / PB H HD VD RGB 3 AUDIO 3 ( D i g i t a l RGB ) E AC IN RIGHT LEFT L ( MONO ) R SPEAKERS MUST HAVE MORE THAN 7WATT RATING IMPEDANCE 6 OHM CONTROL LOCK ON / OFF REMOTE CONTROL I J K EXTERNAL CONTROL A B C A AC IN Connect the included power cord here. B EXT SPEAKER L and R Connect speakers here. Maintain the correct polarity. C RGB3 (DVI 29pin) Inputs a digital RGB signal (TMDS). D VIDEO1, 2 Connect VCR's, DVD's or Laser Discs, etc. here. E AUDIO1, AUDIO2, AUDIO3 These are audio input terminals. The input is selectable. Set which video image to allot them to on the menu screen. F DVD1 / HD1 Connect DVD's, High Definition or Laser Discs, etc. here. G RGB1 Inputs the analog RGB signal of personal computer, etc. H RGB2/ DVD2/ HD2 RGB2: Inputs the analog RGB signal and the syncronization signal. DVD2/ HD2: Connect DVD's, High Definition or Laser Discs, etc. here. VIDEO3: Connect VCR's, DVD's or Laser Discs, etc. here. I CONTROL LOCK When "CONTROL LOCK" is set "ON", the buttons on the set's control panel do not function. J REMOTE CONTROL Connect the supplied remote cable here. K EXTERNAL CONTROL This terminal is used when power ON/OFF, input selection and AUDIO MUTE and other controls are operated externally (by external control). See also page 38 for external control. 3 Remote Control w RGB/PC Press this button to select RGB/PC as the source. The available sources depend on the setting of "BNC SELECT". RGB: RGB/PC1 RGB/PC2 RGB/PC3 COMP. or VIDEO: RGB/PC1 RGB/PC3 RGB/PC can also be selected using the INPUT SELECT button on the monitor. e DVD / HD Press this button to select DVD/HD as the source. The available sources depend on the setting of "BNC SELECT". RGB or VIDEO: HD/DVD/DTV COMP.: HD1/DVD1/DTV1 HD2/DVD2/DTV2 DVD/HD can also be selected using the INPUT SELECT button on the monitor. r VIDEO Press this button to select VIDEO as the source. The available sources depend on the setting of "BNC SELECT". VIDEO: VIDEO1 VIDEO2 VIDEO3 RGB or COMP.: VIDEO1 VIDEO2 VIDEO can also be selected using the INPUT SELECT button on the monitor. t PROCEED Press this button to access the OSM controls. Press this button during the display of the main menu to go to the sub menu. y CURSOR (v / w / / ) Use these buttons to select items or settings and to adjust settings or switch the display patterns. u EXIT Press this button to exit the OSM controls in the main menu. Press this button during the display of the sub menu to return to the main menu. q POWER ON/OFF Switches Power ON/OFF. (This does not operate when POWER/STANDBY indicator of the main unit is off.) i POINTER Press this button to display the pointer. o ZOOM (+ /­) Enlarges or reduces the image. !0 VOLUME (+ /­) Adjusts the sound volume. !1 MUTE Mutes the sound. 4 !2 WIDE The type of broadcast is detected automatically, and the recommended wide screen is set. !3 DISPLAY Displays the source settings on the screen. !4 OFF TIMER Activates the off timer for the unit. !5 Remote control signal transmitter Transmits the remote control signals. !6 Remote Jack Insert the plug of the supplied remote cable here when using the supplied remote control in the wired condition. Battery Installation and Replacement Insert the 2 "AAA" batteries, making sure to set them in with the proper polarity. 1.Press and open the cover. 2.Align the batteries according to the (+) and (­) indication inside the case. 3.Replace the cover. 5 Using the wired remote control mode Connect the supplied remote cable to the remote control's remote jack and the "REMOTE CONTROL" terminal on the monitor. When the cable is connected, the mode automatically switches to wired remote control. When the wired remote control mode is used, the remote control can be operated even if no batteries are loaded. Operating Range * Use the remote control within a distance of about 7 m/ 23ft. from the front of the monitor's remote control sensor and at horizontal and vertical angles of up to approximately 30°. * The remote control operation may not function if the monitor's remote control sensor is exposed to direct sunlight or strong artificial light, or if there is an obstacle between the sensor and the remote control. R VIDEO 1 VIDEO 2 AUDIO 1 CONTROL LOCK ON / OFF L ( MONO ) R Y CB / PB CR / PR L ( MONO ) R DVD1 / HD1 AUDIO 2 REMOTE CONTROL RGB 1 R / CR / PR RGB2 /DVD2 / HD2 G/Y / VIDEO 3 B / CB / PB EXTERNAL CONTROL HD VD AUDIO 3 L ( MONO ) R PROCEED VOLUME DOWN UP LEFT/- RIGHT/+ INPUT SELECT /EXIT POWER/STANDBY CONTROL LOCK RGB 3 ( D i g i t a l RGB ) ON / OFF REMOTE CONTROL EXTERNAL CONTROL Approx. 7m / 23ft Remote Control Cable To Remote Jack Handling the remote control · Do not drop or mishandle the remote control. · Do not get the remote control wet. If the remote control gets wet, wipe it dry immediately. · Avoid heat and humidity. · When not using the remote control for a long period, remove the batteries. · Do not use new and old batteries together, or use different types together. · Do not take apart the batteries, heat them, or throw them into a fire. · When using the remote control in the wireless condition, be sure to unplug the remote cable from the REMOTE CONTROL terminal on the monitor. 6 Installation VCR or Laser Disc Player VIDEO 1 VIDEO 2 To video inputs on the plasma monitor AUDIO 1 L ( MONO ) R Y CB / PB CR / PR L ( MONO ) R Document Camera IBM VGA or Compatibles AUDIO 2 DVD1 / HD1 RGB 1 Macintosh or Compatibles R / CR / PR (Desk top type) RGB2 / DVD2 / HD2 G/Y / VIDEO 3 B / CB / PB HD VD L ( MONO ) R Monitor adapter for Macintosh Signal cable (supplied) To Mini D-Sub 15 pin connector on the plasma monitor AUDIO 3 CONTROL LOCK RGB 3 ( D i g i t a l RGB ) ON / OFF REMOTE CONTROL EXTERNAL CONTROL DVD Player Personal computer with a digital RGB output 7 Connecting Your PC or Macintosh Computer Connecting your PC or Macintosh computer to your plasma monitor will enable you to display your computer's screen image for an impressive presentation. The plasma monitor supports the signals described on page 51. To connect a PC, Macintosh or compatible graphics adapter, simply: 1. Turn off the power to your plasma monitor and computer. 2. If your PC does not support SXGA/XGA/SVGA/VGA you will need to install an SXGA/XGA/SVGA/VGA graphics board. Consult your computer's owner's manual for your SXGA/XGA/SVGA/VGA configuration. If you need to install a new board, see the manual that comes with your new graphics board for installation instructions. 3. This plasma monitor provides signal compatibility up to VESA 1600 1200 (UXGA). However, it is not recommended to use this resolution due to image readability on the monitor's native pixel resolution panel (42Wide VGA: 853 480, 42XGA: 1024 768). 4. Use the signal cable that's supplied to connect your PC or Macintosh computer to the plasma monitor. For Macintosh, use the monitor adapter to connect to your computer's video port. 5. Turn on the plasma monitor and the computer. 6. If the plasma monitor goes blank after a period of inactivity, it may be caused by a screen saver installed on the computer you've connected to the plasma monitor. When using a Macintosh with the plasma monitor, the following four display standards are supported using the Macintosh adapter : 13" fixed mode 16" fixed mode 19" fixed mode 21" fixed mode The 13" fixed mode is recommended for your 42Wide VGA, and the 19" fixed mode is recommended for your 42XGA. Connecting Your Document Camera You can connect your plasma monitor to a document camera. To do so, simply: 1. Turn off the power to your plasma monitor and document camera. 2. Use a standard video cable to connect your document camera to the Video input on your plasma monitor. 3. Turn on the plasma monitor and the document camera. Note: Refer to your document camera owner's manual for more information about your camera's video output requirements. Connecting Your VCR or Laser Disc Player Use common RCA cables (not provided) to connect your VCR or laser disc player to your plasma monitor. To make these connections, simply: 1. Turn off the power to your plasma monitor and VCR or laser disc player. 2. Connect one end of your RCA cable to the video output connector on the back of your VCR or laser disc player, connect the other end to the Video input on your plasma monitor. Use standard RCA audio patch cords to connect the audio from your VCR or laser disc player to your plasma monitor (if your VCR or laser disc player has this capability). Be careful to keep your right and left channel connections correct for stereo sound. 3. Turn on the plasma monitor and the VCR or laser disc player. Note: Refer to your VCR or laser disc player owner's manual for more information about your equipment's video output requirements. Connections with Equipment that has a Digital Interface Connections can be made with equipment that is equipped with a digital interface compliant with the DVI (Digital Visual Interface) standard. * Use a DVI 29-pin signal cable and the ferrite cores (supplied) when making connections to the RGB3 IN (DVI) connector of the main unit. Note that the RGB3 IN(DVI) terminal does not support analog RGB input source. Connecting Your DVD Player You can connect your plasma monitor to a DVD player. To do so, simply: 1. Turn off the power to your plasma monitor and DVD player. 2. Use a standard video cable to connect your DVD player to the Y, Cb, and Cr inputs on your plasma monitor. Or use the DVD-player's S-Video output. Use a standard S-Video cable to connect to the S-Video input on the plasma monitor. 3. Turn on the plasma monitor and the DVD player. Note: 1. Input TMDS signals conforming to DVI standards. The TMDS input corresponds to 1 link. 2. To maintain display quality, use a cable with a quality prescribed by DVI standards that is within 5 meters in length. 8 Attachable Speaker Connections VIDEO 1 VIDEO 2 AUDIO 1 L ( MONO ) R Y CB / PB CR / PR AUDIO 2 DVD1 / HD1 L ( MONO ) R RGB 1 R / CR / PR RGB2 /DVD2 /HD2 G/Y / VIDEO 3 B / CB / PB RIGHT LEFT HD VD AUDIO 3 L ( MONO ) R CONTROL LOCK RGB 3 ( D i g i t a l RGB ) ON /OFF REMOTE CONTROL EXTERNAL CONTROL AC IN RIGHT LEFT SPEAKERS MUST HAVE MORE THAN 7WATT RATING IMPEDANCE 6 OHM Attachable speakers (option) may be connected to the plasma monitor to reproduce sound from VIDEO, DVD or RGB signal sources. Attachable speakers may be connected directly to the SPEAKERS terminals or indirectly by connecting a stereo system amplifier to the audio outputs. CAUTION: Unplug the plasma monitor and all connected components before connecting external speakers. Use only speakers with 6-ohm impedance and a power input rating of 7 watts or more. To connect attachable speakers directly to the plasma monitor: 1. Strip the ends of the speaker wires. 2. Press up the tabs below the SPEAKERS terminals, insert the speaker wire and release the tab to secure the speaker wire connection: [a] Connect the right speaker (located at right side of the monitor when viewed from the front) positive (+) wire to RIGHT +. [b] Connect the right speaker negative (­) wire to RIGHT ­. [c] Connect the left speaker negative (­) wire to LEFT­. [d] Connect the left speaker positive (+) wire to LEFT+. 9 Pin Assignments and Signal Levels for 15 pin RGB (Analog) 5 4 3 2 1 10 9 8 7 6 15 14 13 12 11 Pin No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 Signal (Analog) Red Green or sync-on-green Blue No connection Ground Red ground Green ground Blue ground No connection Sync signal ground No connection Bi-directional DATA (SDA) Horizontal sync or Composite sync Vertical sync Data clock Pin Configuration and Signal of the RGB 3 IN Connector (DVI Connector) The unit is equipped with a type of connector commonly used for both analog and digital. (Functionally, this cannot be used for an analog input.) (TMDS can be used for one link only.) Pin No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 Signal (Digital) T.M.D.S Data 2 T.M.D.S Data 2 + T.M.D.S Data 2 Shield No connection No connection DDC Clock DDC Data No connection T.M.D.S Data 1 T.M.D.S Data 1 + T.M.D.S Data 1 Shield No connection No connection +5V Power Ground Hot Plug Detect T.M.D.S Data 0 T.M.D.S Data 0 + T.M.D.S Data 0 Shield No connection No connection T.M.D.S Clock Shield T.M.D.S Clock + T.M.D.S Clock No connection No connection No connection No connection No connection RGB 3 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 25 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 27 29 26 28 10 Basic Operations POWER To turn the unit ON and OFF: 1. Plug the power cord into an active AC power outlet. 2. Press the POWER ON button (on the remote control) to turn on the unit. The monitor's POWER/STANDBY indicator will light up (green) when the unit is on. 3. Press the POWER OFF button (on the remote control or the unit) to turn off the unit. The monitor's POWER/STANDBY indicator turns red and the standby mode is set (only when turning off the unit with the remote control). DIGITAL ZOOM Digital zoom specifies the picture position and enlarges the picture. 1. Press the POINTER button to display the pointer. ( ) To change the size of the picture: Press the ZOOM+ button and enlarge the picture. The pointer will change to resemble a magnifying glass. ( ) A press of the ZOOM- button will reduce the picture and return it to its original size. To change the picture position: Select the position with the vw buttons. 2. Press the POINTER button to delete the pointer. VOLUME To adjust the sound volume: 1. Press and hold the VOLUME button (on the remote control or the unit) to increase sound output to the desired level. 2. Press and hold the VOLUME button (on the remote control or the unit) to decrease to the desired level. MUTE To cancel the sound: Press the MUTE button on the remote control to cancel the sound; press again to restore. DISPLAY To check the settings: 1. The screen changes each time the DISPLAY button is pressed. 2. If the button is not pressed for approximately three seconds, the indication will disappear. 11 OFF TIMER To set the off timer: The off timer can be set to turn the power off after 30, 60, 90 or 120 minutes. 1. Press the OFF TIMER button to start the timer at 30 minutes. 2. Press the OFF TIMER button to the desired time. 3. The timer starts when the menu turns off. 30 60 90 120 0 To cancel the off timer: 1. Press the OFF TIMER button twice in a row. 2. The off timer is canceled. OFF TIMER 0 OFF TIMER 30 Note: After the power is turned off with the off timer ... A slight current is still supplied to the monitor. When you are leaving the room or do not plan to use the system for a long period of time, turn off the power of the monitor. To check the remaining time: 1. Once the off timer has been set, press the OFF TIMER button once. 2. The remaining time is displayed, then turns off after a few seconds. 3. When five minutes remain the remaining time appears until it reaches zero. OFF TIMER 28 12 WIDE Operations Watching with a wide screen (manual) With this function, you can select one of four screen sizes. STADIUM size screen When watching videos or digital video discs 1. Press the WIDE button on the remote control. 2. Within 3 seconds ... Press the WIDE button again. The screen size switches as follows: ZOOM NORMAL FULL STADIUM The picture is expanded in the horizontal and vertical directions at different ratios. * Use this for watching normal video programs (4:3) with a wide screen. ZOOM size screen When watching high definition video source 1. Press the WIDE button on the remote control. FULL size screen (16 : 9) The picture is expanded in the horizontal and vertical direction, maintaining the original proportions. * Use this for theater size (wide) movies, etc. NORMAL size screen (4:3) The full size screen is displayed. * The picture has the same size as video pictures (16 : 9). The normal size screen is displayed. * The picture has the same size as video pictures with a 4 : 3 aspect ratio. FULL size screen The image is expanded in the horizontal direction. * Images compressed in the horizontal direction ("squeezed images") are expanded in the horizontal direction and displayed on the entire screen. (Normal images are expanded in the horizontal direction.) 13 Watching computer images with a wide screen Switch to the wide screen mode to expand the 4 : 3 image to fill the entire screen. 1. Press the WIDE button on the remote control. 2. Within 3 seconds ... Press the WIDE button again. The screen size switches as follows: NORMAL FULL Information Supported resolution See page 51 for details on the display output of the various VESA signal standards supported by the monitor. When 852 (848) dot 480 line wide VGA* signals with a vertical frequency of 60 Hz and horizontal frequency of 31.7 (31.0) kHz are input Select an appropriate setting for RGB SELECT mode referring to the"Table of Signals Supported" on page 51. * " IBM PC/AT" and "VGA" are registered trademarks of IBM, Inc. of the United States. NORMAL size screen (4:3 or SXGA 5:4) The picture has the same size as the normal computer image. FULL size screen The image is expanded in the horizontal direction. When wide signals are input. FULL size screen 14 OSM(On Screen Menu) Controls Menu Operations The OSM window is displayed with respect to the screen as shown on the diagram. * Depending on the screen's mode, the OSM may be displayed differently. In the explanation, the OSM section is shown close up. MAIN MENU PICTURE SOUND SCREEN FUNCTION OPTIONS INFORMATION 5. The adjustment or the setting which you stored is remained. The change is stored until you change it again. 6. Repeat steps 2 ­ 5 to adjust an additional item, or press the EXIT button on the remote control to return to the main menu. Note: The main menu disappears by pressing the EXIT button. SEL. PROCEED OK EXIT EXIT The following describes how to use the menus and the selected items. 1. Press the PROCEED button on the remote control to display the MAIN MENU. MAIN MENU PICTURE SOUND SCREEN FUNCTION OPTIONS INFORMATION SEL. PROCEED OK EXIT EXIT 2. Press the cursor buttons v w on the remote control to highlight the menu you wish to enter. 3. Press the PROCEED button on the remote control to select a submenu or item. PICTURE CONTRAST BRIGHTNESS SHARPNESS COLOR TINT PICTURE MODE COLOR TEMP. NR SEL. ADJ. R G : MEMORY :2 : OFF EXIT RETURN 4. Adjust the level or change the setting of the selected item by using the cursor buttons on the remote control. 15 Main menu PICTURE Sub menu CONTRAST BRIGHTNESS SHARPNESS COLOR TINT PICTURE MODE COLOR TEMP NR Functions Adjusts the contrast. Adjusts the brightness. Adjusts the sharpness. Adjusts the color. Adjusts the tint. Sets the picture mode according to the VIDEO environment and image software. Adjusts the color temperature and white balance. Reduces noise visible in image. Functions Sets the bass. Sets the treble. Sets the left/right balance. Functions Default Center Center Center/1 Center Center MEMORY 2 OFF Default Center Center Center Default Reset Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Reset Yes Yes Yes Reset Yes Yes Yes Yes No Yes Yes Reset Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes -- Main menu SOUND Sub menu BASS TREBLE BALANCE Sub menu V-POSITION H-POSITION V-HEIGHT H-WIDTH AUTO PICTURE FINE PICTURE PICTURE ADJ. Main menu SCREEN Adjusts the vertical position. Center Adjusts the horizontal position. Center Adjusts the vertical size. Min Adjusts the horizontal size. Min Turn this on to have the monitor automatically adjust "FINE PICTURE" OFF*1 and "PICTURE ADJ". Adjusts for flickering on the computer image. Min*1 Adjusts for striped patterns on the computer image. Center*1 Functions Default Main menu FUNCTION Sub menu OSM OSM ADJ. POWER MGT GRAY LEVEL CINEMA MODE RGB3 ADJ. LONG LIFE RESET Turns the on-screen menu (screen mode, etc.) off (when set to "OFF"). ON When set to "ON", the on-screen menu is displayed. Adjusts the vertical and horizontal positions of the menu display. 1 Sets the monitor for use as an energy-saving display when used with a OFF computer. In case of 4 : 3, sets the luminance of both sides. 3 Sets the picture to suit the movie. ON Adjusts the picture when the picture input from the RGB3 input 1 terminal is distorted. Sets the picture to reduce burn-in of the display. *2 Resets all the settings (PICTURE, SOUND, SCREEN, FUNCTION, -- etc.) to the factory default values. Functions Default 3 Main menu OPTIONS Sub menu AUDIO INPUT BNC SELECT RGB SELECT HD SELECT Reset Yes Yes Yes No Reset -- No No Sets the allocation of the audio connectors. * Sets the BNC connectors. RGB Sets the appropriate mode for the computer image. AUTO RGB (VGA signals), VIDEO (Moving picture), WIDE (WIDE VGA) DTV. Sets the digital broadcasting (1080A,1080B) or the High Vision (1035I). 1080B Functions Default Main menu INFORMATION Sub menu FREQUENCY LANGUAGE COLOR SYSTEM Used to check the frequency and synchronizing polarities of the signal -- currently being inputted. Sets the language of the menus (Japanese, English, German, French, English Swedish, Italian or Spanish). Sets the VIDEO format (AUTO1, AUTO2, PAL, PAL-M, PAL-N, PAL60, AUTO1 SECAM, 4.43 NTSC or 3.58 NTSC). *1 RGB/PC only. *2 PLE: AUTO ORBITER: OFF INVERSE: OFF SCREEN WIPER: OFF *3 AUDIO1: VIDEO1 AUDIO2: HD/DVD1 AUDIO3: RGB1 16 Picture Settings Menu Adjusting the picture The contrast, brightness, sharpness, color and tint can be adjusted as desired. Example: Adjusting the contrast Press the PROCEED button on the remote control to display the MAIN MENU on the screen, then... 1. Use the v and w buttons to select "PICTURE", then press the PROCEED button. The "PICTURE" screen appears. 2. Use the v and w buttons to select "CONTRAST". PICTURE CONTRAST BRIGHTNESS SHARPNESS COLOR TINT PICTURE MODE COLOR TEMP. NR SEL. ADJ. R G 4. Once the adjustment is completed ... Press the EXIT button to return to the main menu. To delete the main menu, press the EXIT button once more. Note: If "CAN NOT ADJUST" appears ... When trying to enter the PICTURE submenu, make sure PICTURE MODE is set to MEMORY. Information Picture adjustment screen CONTRAST .... Changes the picture's contrast. BRIGHTNESS . Changes the picture's brightness. SHARPNESS .. Changes the picture's sharpness. Adjusts picture detail of VIDEO display. COLOR ........... Changes the color density. TINT ................ Changes the picture's tint. Adjust for natural colored skin, background, etc. Adjusting the computer image Only the contrast and brightness can be adjusted when a computer signal is connected. Restoring the factory default settings Select "RESET" under the "PICTURE MODE" settings. : MEMORY :2 : OFF EXIT RETURN 3. Use the and buttons to adjust the contrast. CONTRAST * If neither the or button is pressed within 5 seconds, the current setting is set and the previous screen reappears. 17 Setting the picture mode according to the brightness of the room There are four picture modes that can be used effectively according to the environment in which you are viewing the display. Example: Setting the "THEATER" mode Press the PROCEED button on the remote control to display the MAIN MENU on the screen, then... 1. Use the v and w buttons to select "PICTURE", then press the PROCEED button. The "PICTURE" screen appears. 2. Use the v and w buttons to select "PICTURE MODE". PICTURE CONTRAST BRIGHTNESS SHARPNESS COLOR TINT PICTURE MODE COLOR TEMP. NR SEL. ADJ. R G 4. Once the adjustment is completed ... Press the EXIT button to return to the main menu. To delete the main menu, press the EXIT button once more. Information Types of picture modes MEMORY ........ The last picture adjustments are stored here. THEATER ........ Set this mode when watching video in a dark room. This mode provides darker, finer pictures, like the screen in movie theaters. CONTRAST = 80% for RESET mode BRIGHTNESS = 95% for RESET mode NORMAL ......... Set this mode when watching video in a bright room. This mode provides dynamic pictures with distinct differences between light and dark sections. CONTRAST = 96% for RESET mode RESET ............ Use this to reset the picture to the factory default settings. : MEMORY :2 : OFF EXIT RETURN 3. To set to "THEATER" ... Use the and buttons to select "THEATER". and The mode switches as follows when the buttons are pressed: MEMORY THEATER NORMAL RESET PICTURE MODE : THEATER * If neither the or button is pressed within 5 seconds, the current selection is set and the previous screen reappears. 18 Setting the color temperature Use this procedure to set color tone produced by the plasma display. Example: Setting "1" Press the PROCEED button on the remote control to display the MAIN MENU on the screen, then... 1. Use the v and w buttons to select "PICTURE", then press the PROCEED button. The "PICTURE" screen appears. 2. Use the v and w buttons to select "COLOR TEMP.". PICTURE CONTRAST BRIGHTNESS SHARPNESS COLOR TINT PICTURE MODE COLOR TEMP. NR SEL. ADJ. R G 4. Once the setting is completed... Press the EXIT button to return to the main menu. To delete the main menu, press the EXIT button once more. Information Setting the color temperature 1 ...................... High (bluer) 2 ......................... Middle (Standard) 3 ...................... Low (redder) Restoring the factory default settings Select "RESET" under the function menu. Note that this also restores other settings to the factory defaults. : MEMORY :2 : OFF EXIT RETURN 3. Use the and buttons to select "1". and The mode switches as follows when the buttons are pressed: 1 2 3 PRO