NEC PlasmaSync 42PD2, PlasmaSync 50PD1 User Manual

User’s Manual

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Important Information

Precautions

Please read this manual carefully before using your NEC
Plasma Monitor and keep the manual handy for future ref­erence.

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 NO T EXPOSE
THIS UNIT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. ALSO DO NOT USE
THIS UNIT'S POLARIZED PLUG WITH AN EXTENSION CORD
RECEPT A CLE OR OTHER OUTLETS , UNLESS THE PR ONGS
CAN BE FULLY INSERTED. REFRAIN FROM OPENING THE
CABINET AS THERE ARE HIGH-VOLTAGE COMPONENTS
INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PER­SONNEL.

WARNING

This is a Class A product. In a domestic en vironment this product
may cause radio interference in which case the user may be re­quired to take adequate measures.

CAUTION

Warnings and Safety Precaution

The NEC 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). Although NEC produces the plasma dis­play panels with more than 99.99 percent active cells ,
there may be some cells that do not produce light or
remain lit.
For operating saf ety and to a v oid 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 in a
closed cabinet or shelves.
The unit is equipped with cooling fans. If you install
the unit in an enclosure, be 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 the monitor to cool for 60 min­utes. If the problem persists, contact your NEC dealer
for service.

2. Do not use the power cord polarized plug with exten­sion cords or outlets unless the prongs can be completely
inserted.

3. Do not expose unit to water or moisture.

4. Avoid damage to the power cord, and do not attempt to
modify the power cord.

5. Unplug unit during electrical storms or if 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. NEC 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 NEC Service Centers.

8. Do not attempt to install or mount the unit yourself.
Please contact your NEC dealer for installation.

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To avoid damage and prolong operating life:

1. Use only with 100-240V 50/60Hz AC power supply.
Continued operation at line voltages greater than 240
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. Locate set 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 unit and
have it serviced by an authorized NEC Service Center.

5. Do not hit or scratch the panel surface as this causes
flaws on the surface of the screen.

6. 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.

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 CE or C-Tick
standards.
Attaching the ferrite cores.
Set the ferrite cores on the both ends of the DVI cable
(not supplied), and the both ends of the power cable
(supplied).
Close the lid tightly until the clamps click.
Use the band translation you requested.

Set side

(Plasma Monitor side)

DVI cab le (not supplied)

core (small)

core (small)

Connector

Power cable (supplied)

core (large)

core (large)

band

band

band

band

Recommendations to avoid or minimize phosphor b urn-in

Like all phosphor-based display devices and all other gas
plasma displays, PlasmaSync 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 NEC PlasmaSync 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.
* Always power down the monitor when you are finished

using it.

NEC has built-in several operating modes in your
PlasmaSync PD Series monitor to help you reduce the
likelihood of phosphor burn. These are called the
AccuShield Phosphor Protection System. If the
Plasmasync monitor is in long-term use or continuous op­eration, use the functions available in AccuShield to re­duce the likelihood of perceptible phosphor burn or to di­minish its perceptible effects if it occurs. See pages E-40
and E-43 for instructions on how to use the Orbiter, Low
Brightness and Inverse RGB modes of AccuShield.

* Lower the Brightness and Contrast levels as much as

possible without impairing image readability.

(See page E-22, E-27)
* Display an image with many colors and color gradations

(ie. 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 when-

ever possible.
* Avoid displaying images with few colors and distinct,

sharply defined borders between colors.

Contact NEC affiliates on authorized dealer for other rec­ommended procedures that will best suit your particular
application needs.

Burn-in not covered by the warranty.

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Contents

How to Attacch Options to the Plasma Monitor ..........................................................................................E-6

Introduction

Introduction to the PlasmaSync 42PD2/50PD1 ............................................................................. E-7

The features you’ll enjoy include .................................................................................................. E-7

Contents of the Package............................................................................................................... E-7

OPTIONS................................................................................................................................... E-7

Setup Procedure ........................................................................................................................................ E-8

Part Names and Functions

Front View ............................................................................................................................... E-10

Side View Terminal Board L/R................................................................................................... E-11

Remote Controller..................................................................................................................... E-12

Battery Installation and Replacement ..........................................................................................................

E-13

Operating Range / Using the wired remote control mode .............................................................................E-14

Making the DIP Switch Settings

DIP Switch Functions and Settings .............................................................................................. E-15

Power Management Function .................................................................................................... E-16

Power Management Modes....................................................................................................... E-16

Installation

Wiring Diagram....................................................................................................................... E-17

Connecting Your PC or Macintosh Computer .............................................................................. E-18

Connections with Equipment that has a Digital Interface .............................................................. E-18

Connecting Your VCR or Laser Disc Player ................................................................................. E-18

Connecting Your Document Camera .......................................................................................... E-18

Daisy-chaining Your monitors.................................................................................................... E-19

Operation

Power/General Controls/Adjustment of the Display .................................................................... E-20

Adjustment of the Display (Direct) .............................................................................................. E-21

Returning the Screen Adjustment to the Factory Default Settings (NORMAL) .................................. E-21

Adjustment of the Image ........................................................................................................... E-22

Returning the Image Adjustments to the Factory Default Settings (NORMAL).................................. E-22

Adjustment of the Display (Menu Control)

List of Setting Details ................................................................................................................. E-23

Before Making Adjustments....................................................................................................... E-24

To Reset the Adjustment Value (to the Factory Default Setting) During the Setting............................ E-25

Adjustment of the Image (Visual Controls)................................................................................... E-27

Adjustment of Screen Position (Horizontal) ................................................................................. E-28

Adjustment of Screen Position (Vertical) ...................................................................................... E-29

Color Temperature .................................................................................................................... E-30

Adjustment of the White Balance ............................................................................................... E-31

Adjustment of the On-screen Display Position ............................................................................. E-32

Setting the On-screen Display OFF Time..................................................................................... E-33

Adjustment of the Clock Frequency/Clock Phase (AUTO PICTURE) ............................................... E-34

Normal Screen......................................................................................................................... E-35

Next Page Screen..................................................................................................................... E-36

Information Screen ................................................................................................................... E-37

Timer Screen ............................................................................................................................ E-38

Auto Timer Screen .................................................................................................................... E-39

Multiple Screens ....................................................................................................................... E-41

Other Setting Screens (1) .......................................................................................................... E-42

Other Setting Screens (2) .......................................................................................................... E-43

Set Selection Screen for Allotting ID Numbers to Multiple Screens/Each Set .................................. E-44

Troubleshooting.......................................................................................................................................E-45

Specifications .......................................................................................................................................... E-46

Appendix

Signal Identification For Raster Preset......................................................................................... E-48

Pin Configuration and Signal Level of mini D-Sub 15-Pin (Analog) Input Connector ....................... E-49

Pin Configuration and Signal of the RGB 3 IN Connector (DVI Connector) .................................... E-49

Function and Pin Configuration of the External Control Connector ................................................ E-50

Cabinet dimensions ................................................................................................. E-61

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How to Attach Options to the Plasma Monitor

Drawing A

Drawing B

45mm (1.77")

50

mm (1.97")

50

mm (1.97")

31

mm

(1.22")

31

mm 

(1.22")

Wall

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Ventilation Requirements for en­closure mounting

To allow heat to disperse, leave space between surround­ing objects as shown in the diagram to the right.

You can attach your optional mounts or stand to the plasma
monitor in one of the following two ways:

* In the upright position. (See Drawing A)
* Lay 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.

This device cannot be used or installed with­out a separate Tabletop Stand or other op­tional mounting accessory. For proper instal­lation it is strongly recommended to use a
trained, NEC authorized serviceman. Failure
to follow correct mounting procedures could
result in damage to the equipment or injury to
the user or installer. Product warranty does
not cover damage caused by improper instal­lation. Failure to follow these recommenda­tions could result in voiding your warranty.

Notice:

* Installation of only the main unit is not possible. Be sure

to use and install the main unit in conjunction with a
stand or special unit.

Note:

RETRACTABLE FEET ARE FOR TEMPORARY USE
ONLY AND ARE NOT INTENDED FOR PERMA­NENT INSTALLATION.
MODEL # PX-42VPU1-ST STAND IS REQUIRED
FOR PERMANENT TABLETOP INSTALLATION.
REPLACE THE FEET WHEN YOU MOVE THE
MONITOR.

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Pulling Out and Reinserting the
Retractable Feet

The Retractable Feet are housed at 2 locations on the bot­tom surface of the main unit.

1. Grasp the end and pull out.

2. The feet will open automatically when your hand is re­moved.
To house the Retractable Feet, close them and then
continue to push them inside the main unit.

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Introduction

Contents of the Package

The following lists all of the items included in your
PlasmaSync monitor package. Please save the original
box and packing materials for future transportation or
shipment of this monitor.

1. PlasmaSync 42PD2/50PD1

2. Power cord

3. Wireless/Wired remote control unit and two AAA
batteries

4. Remote cable

5. RGB cable (15-Pin mini D-Sub To 15-pin mini D-Sub
Connector)

6. User' s manual

7. Two cores (large) and two cores (small)

OSM and IPM are trademarks of NEC Technologies, Inc.
IBM PC/AT, PS/2, VGA, S-VGA, 8514/A and XGA are
registered trademarks of International Business Machines
Corporation.
Apple and Macintosh are registered trademarks of Apple
Computer, Inc.
Microsoft is a registered trademark of Microsoft
Corporation. Windows is a trademark of Microsoft
Corporation.

Introduction to the PlasmaSync
42PD2/50PD1

This section introduces you to your new PlasmaSync 42PD2/
50PD1, provides a list of materials that comes with your
monitor and describes the features and controls.

The features you’ll enjoy include:

* This unit can be used with IBM PC/AT, Macintosh, and

compatibles.
(For details, see “Factory Setting Values Preset Table.”
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* Easy-to-operate multifunction remote control and exter-

nal control connector
A single remote control can be used as a wireless or as a
wired remote control (with automatic switching by ca­ble connection) and the remote THROUGH OUT con­nector permits simultaneous operation of multiple moni­tors.
(A maximum of 3 units can be connected.)
The external control connector with a THROUGH OUT
feature permits various control functions to be made ex-

ternally.
* ID No. settings can be made for up to 256 units.
* NTSC, PAL, SECAM, and M-NTSC composite video

signals can be accommodated

Video signals from video cameras, video decks, video

disc players, and other video equipment adhering to

NTSC as well as PAL, SECAM, and M-NTSC (with a

4.43 MHz chroma signal) standards can be selected on

screen.
* Varied set of input connectors

Video input signals: BNC video connector, S video con-

nector. Each type is equipped with its own THROUGH

OUT connector, single system.

Analog RGB input: mini D-Sub 15-pin connector, BNC

(R, G, B, H/CS, V connectors). BNC is equipped with its

own THROUGH OUT connector, single system.
* Can be used with Digital RGB input (DVI standard com-

pliant)
* Can be used with multiple screens
* Power management function

RGB3 input mode complies with DMPM (Digital Moni-

tor Power Management) of DVI.

A great reduction in power consumption when not being

used is achieved through the VESA-proposed DPMS

system.

The unit can also be used with the Energy Star standard
(in which case power consumption will be 15 W or less
when not being used).

* The personal computer and the operating system that are

to be connected must be compatible with VESA DPMS.
Personal computers that are to be connected to the RGB3
input must be compatible with DVI DMPM.

* OSM (On Screen Manager) function

The OSM function displays a variety of screen adjust­ment and correction menus on the screen to allow fine
settings to be made.

* Plug and Play compatible

The RGB3 input is compatible with DDC2B only.
Ready to be used with Plug and Play which are supported
by Windows 98 and Windows 95.
(VESA DDC1 and DDC2 level B)

* Windows 98 or Windows 95 and a personal computer

with VESA DDC are required to use Plug and Play.

* Can be used with RS-232C

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1.Determine the installation location

* To ensure safe use, see “Before Use” and “Observe

the Following,” then install properly.

2.Connect the equipment

Set the termination switch (75Ω/high impedance).
Set the DIP switches to suit the application and system
structure. (See Page E-15.)
(Loop-out connections are for one unit, maximum.)

3.Install the remote control batteries.

* To use the remote control in the wired arrangement,

connect the supplied remote control cable.

4.Connect the supplied power cable

* The maximum current rating 5.6(A) : 42PD2
* The maximum current rating 7.4(A) : 50PD1

5. Switch on the power of each of the

devices

* When connected with a computer, switch on the

power of the computer first.

6.Input an analog RGB signal or a video

signal to this unit

7.Select the input mode

* Select the appropriate RGB input or video input.

8.Adjust the screen

* Make adjustments when adjustment of the screen

display position or distortion is required.

9.Adjust the image

* Make adjustments when adjustment of the tint, bright-

ness, or contrast is required.

Setup Procedure

Warning

For proper installation and mounting it is strongly recom­mended to use a trained, authorized NEC dealer.
Failure to follow correct mounting procedures could re­sult in damage to the unit or injury to the installer.
Product warranty does not cover damage caused by im­proper installation.

Notice:

This monitor requires the use of a tabletop stand or wall
mount unit for permanent installation and use.
This monitor cannot be used without one of these accesso­ries.

Note:

RETRACTABLE FEET ARE FOR TEMPORARY USE
ONLY AND ARE NOT INTENDED FOR PERMA­NENT INSTALLATION.
MODEL # PX-42VPU1-ST STAND IS REQUIRED
FOR PERMANENT TABLETOP INSTALLATION.
REPLACE THE FEET WHEN YOU MOVE THE
MONITOR.

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Opening the Terminal Board
Cover

Slide the knob and at the same time lift the cover.

Knob

Removing the Terminal Board
Cover

This unit’s terminal board cover can be removed.
First, open the cover and then:

1. Pull the top hook in the direction of the arrow.

2. Pull the entire terminal board cover downward.
To attach the terminal board cover, insert the bottom hook
into the hole, then pull the top hook and insert it into the
hole.

Hook

Attaching the Remote Control
Holder

Insert the top hook of the remote control holder into the
installation hole of the main unit and then insert the bot­tom hook into its respective hole.
To remove the remote control holder, first release the bot­tom hook, then release the top hook.

1

2

Housing the Remote Control in
the Remote Control Holder

First insert the bottom part of the remote control and con­tinue to push it in until the top part clicks into place.
To remove, lift the remote control up from the top part and
remove it from the holder.

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2

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Part Names and Functions

Front View

1 POWER/STANDBY

The lamp color indicates the mode of power on/standby
or power management.

2 Remote control sensor

Receives the signal from the remote control (when using
the wireless remote control).

3 VIDEO button

Switches to the signal connected with the VIDEO input
connector.
Functions as the (-) button in the on-screen display
(OSM) mode.

4 RGB button

Switches to the signal connected with the RGB input
connector. (Toggle switches between RGB1/RGB2/
RGB3.)
Functions as the (+) button in the on-screen display
(OSM) mode.

5 UP button

Functions as the (▲) button in the on-screen display
(OSM) mode.

6 DOWN button

Functions as the (▼) button in the on-screen display
(OSM) mode.

7 PROCEED button

Sets the on-screen display (OSM) mode and displays
the on-screen menu.

8 EXIT button

Exits the on-screen display (OSM) mode.

9 POWER button

Switches the main power on/off.

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3

495678

Note:

When the “CONTROL LOCK” toggle switc h on the monitor’s input panel is set to “ON”, the buttons on the

set’s front bezel control panel do not function.

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Side View.... Terminal Board L/R

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10

11
12

13

AC-IN

OUT

IN

RGB1

HIGH 75Ω

RGB2

VIDEOG B H/CS

V

R S-VIDEO

10 DIP SW

Sets the various modes of this unit.

11 RGB3 (DVI 29pin)

IN connector: Inputs a digital RGB signal. (TMDS)

Note:

This connector does not support analog input.

12 REMOTE (Mini jack)

IN jack: This jack connects the wired remote control.
THROUGH OUT jack: Outputs as is the remote con-

trol signal that is connected to the REMOTE IN jack.

* This is used when operating multiple monitors (i.e., of

this unit) with a single remote control.

13 EXTERNAL CONTROL (mini D-Sub 15 pin)

Controlled by the computer’s RS-232C interface.
IN connector: Used when operating this unit with
EXTERNAL CONTROL from a personal computer.
THROUGH OUT connector: Outputs as is the signal
that is input to the EXTERNAL CONTROL IN con­nector.

14 CONTROL LOCK

When “CONTROL LOCK” is set to “ON”, the buttons
on the set’s front bezel control panel do not function.

14

15

16

17

18

15 VIDEO

IN [BNC] connector (BNC): Inputs the video (com-

posite video signal).
IN [S] connector (DIN 4 pin): Inputs the S video (Y/
C separate signal).

*When connections are made to both the BNC connec-

tor and the S video connector, the signal of the S video
connector has priority.
THROUGH OUT [BNC] connector (BNC): Outputs
the same signal connected to the VIDEO IN [BNC]
THROUGH OUT [S] connector (DIN 4 pin): Out­puts the same signal connector to the connector. con­nector.

16 RGB2 [R, G, B, H/CS, V] (BNC)

IN connector: Inputs the analog RGB signal.

The H/V composite signal is connected to the H/CS
connector.
THROUGH OUT connector: Outputs as is the signal
input to the RGB2 IN connector.
75Ω/HIGH switch: This switch selects the impedance
of the connector. It is usually used in the “75Ω” posi­tion.

17 RGB1 (mini D-Sub 15 pin)

IN connector: Inputs the analog RGB signal of a per-

sonal computer, etc.

18 AC IN connector

Connects with the supplied power cable.

Insert the prongs completely.

* for PLUGGABLE EQUIPMENT, tee

socket-outlet shall be installed near the
equipment and shall be easily accessible.

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POWER

ON

POWER

OFF

RGB 1

RGB 2

POSITION / CONTROL

RGB 3

EXIT

PROCEED

VIDEO

CONTRAST

RGB/VIDEO

BRIGHT

COLOR

VIDEO

TINT

SHARPNESS

VISUAL

NORMAL

RASTER
NORMAL

ID SELECT CLEAR

1

1 POWER ON/OFF button:

Switches the power on/off.
(If the POWER/STANDBY let is not glowing, then
these controls will not work.)

2 Input selection buttons:

Select the input signal that will be displayed on the
screen.
VIDEO: Switches to the signal that is connected to the
VIDEO IN connector.
RGB1: Switches to the signal that is connected to the
RGB1 IN (mini D-sub 15-pin) connector.
RGB2: Switches to the signal that is connected to the
RGB2 IN (BNC type: R, G, B, H/CS, V) connector.
RGB3: Switches to the signal that is connected to the
RGB3 IN connector.

RASTER CONTROL (Screen Adjustment)
3 POSITION/CONTROL buttons (▲▼§ ©):

Used for screen position adjustment and on-screen
manager (OSM) mode adjustment settings.

4 POSITION/CONTROL buttons (§ ©):

Enable item selection and adjustments/settings.

ON SCREEN (Screen and Image Adjustment via Menu
Control)
5 PROCEED button:

Displays the main menu of screen and image adjust­ments.
Press this button during the display of the main menu
to go to the sub menu.

6 EXIT button:

Exits the on-screen adjustments.
Press this button during the display of the sub menu to
return to the main menu.

VISUAL CONTROL (Image Adjustment)
7 CONTRAST button:

Adjusts the contrast of the RGB signal and the video
signal.

8 BRIGHT button:

Adjusts the brightness of the RGB signal and the video
signal.

9 COLOR button:

Adjusts the saturation of the video signal colors.

10 TINT button:

Adjusts the tint of the video signal.
(Does not function in the PAL or SECAM settings.)

2

4

6

7
8

9

10
11

12
14

16 17

3

5

13
15

Remote Controller

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1. Press and open the cover.

2. Align the batteries according to the (+) and (-)
indications inside the case.

3. Replace the cover.

Battery Installation and Replacement

The remote control is powered by two 1.5V AAA batteries.

11 SHARPNESS:

Adjusts the fine screen quality of the video screen.

12 VISUAL NORMAL button:

Returns the screen adjustments to the default factory
visual settings.

13 RASTER NORMAL button:

Returns the screen adjustments to the default factory
raster settings.

14 ID SELECT:

Selects the ID number of each monitor in a video wall
so that each monitor can be adjusted with the remote
control one at a time.

15 CLEAR:

Deletes the ID number that was set with ID SELECT.

16 Remote control transmitter:

Transmits the remote control signal. (Used with the
wireless remote control.)

17 Remote jack:

Connects the supplied remote control cable when used
as a wired remote control.

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Using the wired remote control mode

Connect the included remote control cable to the remote
control's remote jack and "REMOTE IN" jack 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 unit can be operated even if no batteries are loaded.

Operating Range

* Use the remote controller within a distance of about 7 m

/ 23ft. from the front of the monitor's remote control sen­sor and at a horizontal angle of within 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 unit.

Note:

Do not connect the wired r emote control to the REMO TE
THROUGH OUT jack. If doing so, the remote control
does not work.

Remote Control Cable

To Remote Jack

POWER

ON

POWER

OFF

RGB 1

RGB 2

POSITION / CONTROL

RGB 3

EXIT

PROCEED

VIDEO

CONTRAST

RGB/VIDEO

BRIGHT

COLOR

VIDEO

TINT

SHARPNESS

VISUAL
NORMAL

RASTER
NORMAL

ID SELECT CLEAR

Approx.
7m/23ft

30˚ 30˚

POWER

ON

POWER

OFF

RGB 1

RGB 2

POSITION / CONTROL

RGB 3

EXIT

PROCEED

VIDEO

CONTRAST

RGB/VIDEO

BRIGHT

COLOR

VIDEO

TINT

SHARPNESS

VISUAL

NORMAL

RASTER
NORMAL

ID SELECT CLEAR

Note:

When you connect a remote control cable to this moni­tor , attach the supplied ferrite core. If you do not do
this, this monitor will not conform to mandatory FCC
standards. (42PD2 only)

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Setting details

On-off switching of on-screen display (OSM)

On-off switching of wireless remote control

Setting when shipped

On
On

Switch position

ON

ON
OFF
OFF

Sync control mode

Automatic selection

PIn No.

1
2
3
4

Automatic
Manual 1 (Composite)
Manual 2 (Sync-on-green)

No.4
OFF

ON

OFF

Sync control setting

No.3
OFF
OFF

ON

Switch position

Making the DIP Switch Settings

Before connections are made, the DIP switch should be set to suit the application and
the system structure.

* DIP switches are moved up or down with something fine and pointed such as a

miniature screwdriver or the tip of a ballpoint pen.

Note:

Be sure to switch off the main power before making settings.

1 2 3 4

ON

DIP Switch Functions and Settings

Factory Default Settings

No. 1: On/off switching of on-screen display (OSM)

* Set to “ON” when performing adjustments and viewing displays with the on-screen

display.
Set to “OFF” when displays are not desired.

No. 2: On/off switching of wireless remote control

* When using multiple units under wireless remote control operation, the remote

control signal also enters other monitors and may control them at the same time.
Monitors for which the reception of the wireless remote control signal is not desired
should be set to “OFF.”

* Be sure to switch the units on when the wireless remote control is to be used.

Note:

that use of the wired remote control is not related to this setting.

Pin Nos. 3 and 4 Sync Control Settings

* These are settings of the input sync signals.
* When this unit is set to automatic, it automatically detects the separate sync,

composite sync, and green sync (sync-on-green).
Separate sync should be recgnized automatically.

Note:

When both pins No. 1 and No. 2 ar e set “ON” the synchronization may be

disturbed. Do not set both these pins “ON.”

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Power Management Function

The power management function is an energy saving function that automatically reduces the power consumption of the
display when the keyboard or the mouse have not been used for a fixed period. The power management function of the
display becomes operational when the monitor is used with a personal computer based on the VESA DPMS and DVI
DMPM system.
When preparing to display a personal computer screen, check that the personal computer is properly connected to this unit
and that the personal computer power is on.
When the personal computer power is off, the po w er management function will be acti vated and this unit will be set to the
off mode.
For information about the power management setting method, see the operating system (OS) manual of the personal
computer you are using. To see the video when the power management function is operating, setting the input selection to
video will switch the function off.

Power Management Modes

There are three modes in the power management function.

* Standby mode

The standby mode is set when the horizontal sync signal from the personal computer is not input.
The image will be displayed immediately upon the input of the horizontal sync signal.

* Suspend mode

The suspend mode is set when the vertical sync signal from the personal computer is not input.
The image will be displayed about 4 seconds after the input of the vertical sync signal.

* Off mode

This unit is set to the off mode when the horizontal/vertical sync signals from the personal computer are not input.
The image will be displayed about 4 seconds after the input of the horizontal/vertical sync signal.
This is the only power management mode using RGB3 input. When there is no TMDS link, the off mode is set. (This

power state is equivalent to the DPMS “off” state.) Displayed approximately 4 seconds after the TMDS link is restored.

The color in which the STANDBY/POWER lamp lights indicates the mode (listed below) in which the unit is set.

Mode

Power ON

Standby

Suspend

OFF

* Standby suspend, off in the table is the condition that exists when power management is ON.

This is not the standby condition set by the remote control.

STANDBY/POWER lamp display

Green

Yellow
Orange
Orange
Orange

Not lit

Notes

---­Immediate return to normal display
15 W or less, returns to normal display in about 4 seconds
Maximum 8 W or less, returns to normal display in about 4 seconds
Remote control in standby mode
Power cord not connected

Power OFF

*
*
*

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Installation

Wiring Diagram

AC-IN

OUT

IN

RGB1

HIGH 75Ω

RGB2

VIDEOG B H/CS

V

R S-VIDEO

EXTERNAL
CONTROL



Plasma monitor

IBM XGA/SuperVGA/VGA or
Compatibles or Macintosh G3 series

Macintosh or
Compatibles

Document camera VCR, Video copy
stand or Multimedia application

RGBcable (Supplied)
To mini D-SUB 15 Pin input

To R,G,B,H/CS, V inputs 
(BNC)

To VIDEO IN inputs

Pin adapter for Macintosh
(not supplied)

RGBcable (Supplied)

To mini D-SUB 15 Pin input
To EXTERNAL CONTROL
(mini D-SUB 15 Pin input)

External equipment
e.g., Personal computer

To RGB3 DVI 29pin
(not supplied)

Personal computer 
with a digital 
RGB (TMDS) output

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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. All of these following display
standards are supported:

To connect to a PC, Macintosh or computer equipped with
an XGA/SuperVGA/VGA adapter or compatible graphics
adapter, simply:

1. Turn off the power to your monitor and computer.

2. If your PC does not support XGA/SuperVGA/VGA
you will need to install an XGA/SuperVGA/VGA
graphics board. Consult your computer's owner's
manual for your XGA/SuperVGA/VGA configuration.
If you need to install a new board, see the manual that
comes with your new graphics board for installation in­structions.

3. Use the signal cable that’s supplied to connect your PC
or Macintosh computer to the RGB1 input terminal.

4. Turn on the monitor and the computer.

Note:

Refer to your computer's owner's manual for
more information about your computer's video output
requirements and any special identification or
configuring your monitor's image and monitor may
require.

Connecting Your VCR DVD or
Laser Disc Player

Use a composite video cable with BNC connector and
RCA video cables (not provided) to connect your VCR,
DVD or laser disc player to your PlasmaSync monitor.
To make these connections, simply:

1. Turn off the power to your monitor and VCR, DVD or
laser disc player.

2. Connect one end of your video cable to the video out­put connector on the back of your VCR, DVD or laser
disc player, connect the other and to the VIDEO input
terminal (BNC type) of the monitor.

NOTE:

You will need a BNC to RCA adapter (not
included) to connect a video cable with an RCA pin
jack to the BNC input terminal of the PlasmaSync
monitor.

3. Turn on the monitor and the VCR, DVD 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.

Note:

S-VIDEO IN terminals will take prefer ence
over VIDEO IN terminals when a component is con­nected to each terminal and S-VIDEO selected.

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 monitor and document
camera.

2.Use a standard video cable to connect your document
camera to the VIDEO input terminal(BNC-type) of the
monitor.

3.Turn on the monitor and the document camera.

Note:

Refer to your document camera's owner's
manual for more information about your camera'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 (available separately)

and the ferrite cores (supplied) when making connec­tions to the RGB3 IN (DVI) connector of the main unit.

Notes:

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.

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Daisy-chaining Your monitors

The REMOTE IN/OUT terminals allow you to control
multiple monitors using one remote control.

1. Connect the REMOTE OUT of the monitor to the RE­MOTE IN of the next monitor using the optional re­mote cable.

When using the VIDEO inputs:

THROUGH OUT Connections

1. To pass the VIDEO IN (BNC-type) or S-VIDEO sig­nals, connect THROUGH OUT BNC or S-VIDEO to
the external equipment.

When using the RGB2 Input:

THROUGH OUT Connections

1. To pass the RGB2 signal, connect the THROUGH
OUT RGBH/V (RGBCS) to the external equipment.

Note:

“Plug and Play” is not available for the

RGB2 BNC terminals.

Note:

In order to make sure that there is no signal
loss, do not loop out to more than 3 other devices
(maximum 4 units when taking the first unit into con­sideration).

Note:

When looping from one unit to the next, make
sure that the 75ohm termination switch is set only on
the last unit. All other units should be set in the HIGH
position.

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Power

The main unit enters the standby mode when the AC cable
is plugged in.
This section describes how to select a computer or video
source and how to adjust the picture.

General Controls

Before you turn on your PlasmaSync monitor ensure that
the computer or video source is turned on.

1)To adjust:

1. Turn On The Monitor

The power button is on the front panel of the monitor. By
turning this switch on, the POWER/STANDBY
indicator will turn to green and the monitor will become
ready to use. OSM is also usable from the front panel.
After you press the POWER OFF button on the remote
control, the monitor will go into its standby mode and the
POWER/STANDBY indicator will glow orange.

NOTE:

The monitor is set to the standby mode when

the power cord is plugged in.

2. Select The Computer Or Video Source

Press the “VIDEO” or “RGB 1” “RGB 2” or “RGB
3”(computer) button on the remote control to display
the image. Or press the button on the front panel to
select your video source: “VIDEO”, “RGB 1”, “RGB
2” or “RGB 3”.

NOTE 1:

In the U.S.A. the standard video signal
format is NTSC, therefore make sure that the AUTO
or NTSC is selected on OSM system control menu.
See page E-41.

NOTE 2:

Select the over scan mode for VIDEO
display.
When the RGB input is used, the mode of the power
management function can only be in the off state.
In the absence of TMDS signal input, the unit will be
in the off state.
(The DVI standard DMPM Active-off power state is
equivalent to this.)
The picture will be projected about 4 seconds after
the TMDS signal input returns.

3. Adjust The Raster or The Picture Control.

You can adjust the raster such as the horizontal size,
vertical size and the brightness and contrast of the
image with the remote control.

4. Turning Off The monitor.

Press the POWER OFF button on the remote control or
press the POWER button on the front panel.

Operation

Adjustment of the Display

There are two methods of adjusting the screen/image using
the remote control. One way is direct adjustment by
pressing the various buttons and displaying the desired
adjustment screens. The other way is to select the menu
and display the adjustment screen. This is the menu control
adjustment.

When Using the Power Management Function

This unit is designed for use with power management
function of the VESA DPMS and DVI DMPM system.
When connected with a personal computer or other
equipment incorporating the power management software,
power consumption is reduced while the monitor is not
being used. During power management operation, the
STANDBY/POWER lamp changes color to orange or
yellow.

* The fan may stop during power management operation.

This does not indicate a failure.