Nec PLASMASYNC PX-50MP2, PLASMASYNC PX-50XM2A user Manual

PlasmaSync Plasma Monitor

User’s Manual

NEC Technologies

Important Information

Precautions

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

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

CAUTION:

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.

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

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.

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 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. 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 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 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 unit 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. 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.

NOTE:
When you connect a computer to this monitor, attach
the supplied ferrite cores. If you do not do this, this
monitor will not conform 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

core (small)

Power cable (supplied)

core (large)

band

Connector

core (small)

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 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. For correct installation and mounting it is strongly
recommended to use a trained,authorized NEC 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.

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 NEC 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.

Contact NEC Technologies at 1-800-836-0655 for other
recommended procedures that will best suit your particular
application needs.

Précautions

Veuillez lire ce manuel avec attention avant d’utiliser votre
moniteur PlasmaSync NEC et conserver ce manuel à portée
de la main pour une consultation ultérieure.

ATTENTION

RISQUE D’ELECTROCUTION

NE PAS OUVRIR

MISE EN GARDE:AFIN DE REDUIRE LES RISQUES D’ELECTRO-

CUTION, 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.

Mises en garde et précautions de
sécurité

Le moniteur PlasmaSync NEC 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 l’alcool ou le
diluant. Le panneau à affichage plasma est constitué
de fines particules d’images ou pixels (cellules). Bien
que NEC produise des panneaux à affichage plasma
avec plus de 99,99 % de cellules actives, il peut y
avoir des cellules qui ne produisent pas de lumière
ou qui restent allumées.
Pour des raisons de sécurité et pour é viter
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.
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 le moniteur est installé est
particulièrement excessive, déplacer l’appareil dans un
endroit plus frais et le laisser refroidir 60 minutes. Si le
problème persiste, prendre contact avec le revendeur NEC
pour le service après-vente.

2. Ne pas utiliser la fiche polarisée du cordon d’alimentation

avec des prolongateurs ou des prises de courant, sauf si
les lames peuvent être insérées à fond.

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 l’appareil pendant les tempêtes ou si

l’appareil n’est pas utilisé pendant une longue période.

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 de réparer ou entretenir l’appareil

soimême. NEC ne saura être tenu pour responsable
pour toute blessure ou dommage causé par des
personnes non qualifiées qui essayent de réparer ou
d’ouvrir le couvercle arrière. Confier toute réparation
à un centre de service agréé NEC.

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.

Pour éviter le risque de combustion au phosphore, les
mesures suivantes sont recommandées :

Comme tous les appareils d’affichage à base de phosphore
et tous les autres affichages à gaz plasma, les moniteurs
Plasmasync peuvent être sujets à la combustion au
phosphore dans certaines circonsatnces. Certaines
conditions d’utilisation, telles que l’affichage continu d’une
image statique pour une durée prolongée, peuvent causer des
brûlures au phophore si aucune précaution n’est prise. Pour
protéger votre investissement dans ce moniteur PlasmaSync
NEC, veuillez suivre les directives et les recommandations
suivantes pour minimiser l’occurence de brûlure d’image :

Câble DVI (non fourni)

Collier Collier

noyau (petit)

Câble d'alimentation
électrique (fourni)

noyau (large)

noyau (petit)

noyau (large)

Connecteur

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’accident,
débrancher l’appareil et le confier à un centre de service
agréé NEC.

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 effectuer une installation et un montage corrects,
il est recommandé de faire appel au concessionnaire
NEC autorisé et spécialisé.

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.

• 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 de
combustion au phosphore :

• 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.

Contactez NEC Technologies au 1-800-836-0655 pour
d’autres procédures recommandées qui conviendront le
mieux au besoin de votre appareil.

Limited Warranty Plasma Monitors

NEC Technologies, Inc. (hereinafter NECTECH) warrants
this product to be free from defects in material and
workmanship under the following terms and, subject to the
conditions set forth below, agrees to repair or replace (at
NECTECH’s sole option) any part of the enclosed unit
which proves defective. Replacement parts or products may
be new or refurbished and will meet specifications of the
original parts or products.

HOW LONG IS THE WARRANTY?

Parts and labor are warranted for (1) one year from the date
of the first customer purchase.

WHO IS PROTECTED?

This warranty may be enforced only by the first purchaser.

WHAT IS COVERED AND WHAT IS NOT COVERED

Except as specified below, this warranty covers all defects in
material or workmanship in this product. The following are
not covered by the warranty:

1. Any product which is not distributed in the U.S.A., Canada
or Mexico by NECTECH or which is not purchased in the
U.S.A., Canada or Mexico from an authorized NECTECH
dealer.

2. Any product of which the serial number has been defaced,
modified or removed.

3.Damage, deterioration or malfunction resulting from:
a. Accident, misuse, abuse, neglect, fire, water, lightning

or other acts of nature, unauthorized product
modification, or failure to follow instructions supplied
with the product.

b.Repair or attempted repair by anyone not authorized by

NECTECH.

c. Any shipment of the product (claims must be presented

to the carrier).
d.Removal or installation of the product.
e. Any other cause which does not relate to a product defect.
f. Burns or residual images upon the phosphor of the panel.

4.Cartons, carrying cases, batteries, external cabinets,
magnetic tapes, or any accessories used in connection with
the product.

5.Service outside of the U.S.A. and Canada.

WHAT WE WILL PAY FOR AND WHAT WE WILL
NOT PAY FOR

We will pay labor and material expenses for covered items,
but we will not pay for the following:

1. Removal or installation charges.

2. Costs of initial technical adjustments (set-up), including

adjustment of user controls. These costs are the
responsibility of the NECTECH dealer from whom the
product was purchased.

3. Shipping charges.

HOW YOU CAN GET WARRANTY SERVICE

1.To obtain service on your product, consult the dealer from
whom you purchased the product.

2.Whenever warranty service is required, the original dated
invoice (or a copy) must be presented as proof of warranty
coverage. Please also include in any mailing your name,
address and a description of the problem(s).

3. For the name of the nearest NECTECH authorized service
center, call NECTECH at 800-836-0655.

LIMITATIONS OF LIABILITY

Except for the obligations specifically set forth in this warranty
statement, we will not be liable for any direct, indirect, special,
incidental, consequential, or other types of damages, whether
based on contract, tort, or any other legal theory, whether or
not we have been advised of the possibility of such damages.
This warranty is in lieu of all other warranties expressed or
implied, including, but not limited to, the implied warranties
of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose.

EXCLUSION OF DAMAGES

NECTECH’ s liability for any defective product is limited to
the repair or replacement of the product at our option.
NECTECH shall not be liable for:

1.Damage to other property caused by any defects in this
product, damages based upon inconvenience, loss of use
of the product, loss of time, commercial loss; or

2.Any other damages whether incidental, consequential
or otherwise. Some states do not allow limitation on
how long an implied warranty lasts and/or do not allow
the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential
damages, so the above limitations and exclusions may
not apply to you.

HOW STATE LAW RELATES TO THE WARRANTY

This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may
also have other rights which vary from state to state.

FOR MORE INFORMATION,
TELEPHONE [phone]
NEC TECHNOLOGIES, INC.
1250 N. Arlington Heights Road, Suite 500
Itasca, Illinois 60143-1248

Note:

All products returned to NECTECH for service
MUST have prior approval. To get approval, call NEC
Technologies at 800-836-0655.

Contents

How to Attach Options to the Plasma Monitor .... 1

Introduction ..................................................... 2

Introduction to the PlasmaSync 50MP2

Plasma Monitor........................................................ 2

The features you’ll enjoy include:............................... 2

Contents of the Package ........................................... 2

Options .................................................................. 2

Part Names and Function .................................. 3

Front View............................................................... 3

Rear View / Terminal Board ...................................... 4

Remote Control ........................................................ 5

Battery Installation and Replacement ........................... 6

Using the wired remote control mode ..........................7

Operating Range .......................................................... 7

Handling the remote control ......................................... 7

Installation ...................................................... 8

Connecting Your PC or Macintosh Computer ............... 9

Connections with Equipment that has a Digital Interface ...

Connecting Your Document Camera ........................... 9

Connecting Your VCR or Laser Disc Player.................. 9

Connecting Your DVD Player ..................................... 9

External Speaker Connections.................................. 10

Pin Assignments and Signal Levels

for 15 pin RGB (Analog) ......................................... 11

Pin Configuration and Signal

of the RGB 3 IN Connector (DVI Connector) .............. 11

Basic Operations ............................................. 12

POWER ................................................................ 12

To turn the unit ON and OFF: .................................... 12

VOLUME .............................................................. 12

To adjust the volume:................................................ 12

MUTE ................................................................... 12

To cancel the sound:.................................................. 12

DISPLAY ................................................................ 12

To check the settings: ................................................. 12

DIGITAL ZOOM ..................................................... 12

AUTO ADJUST ...................................................... 12

To adjust the size or quality of the picture

automatically: ............................................................ 12

OFF TIMER ........................................................... 13

To set the off timer: ................................................... 13

To check the remaining time: ..................................... 13

To cancel the off timer ............................................... 13

OSM Controls ................................................. 18

Menu Operations ................................................... 18

Picture Settings Menu ............................................. 20

Adjusting the picture ................................................. 20

Setting the picture mode according to the

brightness of the room ............................................... 21

Setting the color temperature .................................... 22

Adjusting the color to the desired quality ................... 23

Reducing noise in the picture ..................................... 24

Sound Settings Menu .............................................. 25

Adjusting the treble, bass and left/right balance ........ 25

Screen Settings Menu ............................................. 26

Adjusting the Position, Size, Fine Picture,

Picture Adj ................................................................ 26

Function Settings Menu .......................................... 27

Setting the on-screen menu ....................................... 27

Adjusting the position of the menu display ................ 28

Setting the power management for computer images .....

POWER/STANDBY indicator ................................... 30

Setting the gray level for the sides of the screen ......... 31

9

Setting the picture to suit the movie ........................... 31

Setting RGB3 ADJ..................................................... 32

Reducing burn-in of the screen .................................. 32

Setting the time for “INVERSE”................................ 33

Setting the time for “SCREEN WIPER” .................... 34

Resetting to the default values .................................... 35

Options Settings Menu ............................................ 36

Setting the allocation of the audio connectors ........... 36

Setting the BNC connectors ...................................... 36

Setting a computer image to the correct RGB

select screen ............................................................. 37

Setting high definition images to the suitable

screen size ............................................................... 38

Setting the picture size for RGB input signals ............ 38

Information Menu ................................................. 39

Checking the frequencies, polarities of input signals,

and resolution ........................................................... 39

Setting the language for the menus............................. 39

Setting the video signal format .................................. 40

29

External Control ............................................. 41

Table of Signals Supported .............................. 55

Supported resolution .............................................. 55

Troubleshooting ............................................. 57

Specifications ................................................. 58

WIDE Operations ............................................. 14

Watching with a wide screen (manual) .................... 14

When watching videos or digital video discs............. 14

When watching high definition video source ............. 14

Watching computer images with a wide screen ......... 15

When “PICTURE SIZE” is set to “OFF” ...................15

MULTI SCREEN Operations ............................... 16

Showing a couple of pictures on the screen

at the same time ................................................... 16

Operations in the Side-by-side mode .......................... 16

Operations in the Picture-in-picture mode .................. 17

Selecting the input signals to be displayed ................. 17

Adjusting the OSM controls...................................... 17

How to Attach Options to the Plasma Monitor

Drawing B

50mm (2")

1340

mm

(52.8")

866

mm

(34.2")

50mm (2")

50

mm

(2") 50

mm

(2")

Wall

Wall

50mm (2")

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.

• This device cannot be installed on its own.
Be sure to use a stand or original mounting
unit. (Wall mount unit, Stand, etc.)

* See page 2.

• For correct 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
equipment or injury to the installer.

Product warranty does not cover damage
caused by improper installation.

* Use only Listed Cart or Stand, or mounting

kit or stand provided by manufacturer.

Drawing A

Ventilation Requirements for
enclosure mounting

To allow heat to disperse, leave space between
surrounding objects as shown on the diagram
below when installing.

1

Introduction

Introduction to the PlasmaSync 50MP2
Plasma Monitor

NEC’s PlasmaSync™ is a seamless blend of cutting-edge
visual technology and sophisticated design. At 50-inches,
with a 16:9 aspect ratio, the PlasmaSync 50MP2 certainly
makes a big impression. However, at a mere 4.2 inches/
107 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 98 lbs/ 44.5 kg, 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 PlasmaSync™ monitor.

The features you’ll enjoy include:

• 50-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 Accucrimson™ is combined with our
special CCF.

• 4.2 inch / 107 mm thin

• 98 lbs/ 44.5 kg light

• High-resolution screen: 1365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
VGA, SVGA, XGA, SXGA and UXGA signals to the
panel’s native resolution

• 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, C

B, CR )

• Digital broadcasting source compatibitly

• NEC’s OSM™ menu-driven on screen control system
that makes image adjustments a snap

• Seven languages (English, German, French, Italian,
Spanish, Swedish, and Japanese)

* You can select RGB source or Component 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).

Contents of the Package

 PlasmaSync™ 50MP2 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.

Options

• Wall mount unit

• Ceiling mount unit

• Tilt mount unit

• Tabletop stand

• Speakers

• Others

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Part Names and Function

Front View

INPUT SELECT VOLUME

PROCEED

VOLUME

DOWN LEFT/— RIGHT/+UP

q PROCEED

Sets the On-Screen Menu (OSM) mode and displays
the main menu.

w VOLUME DOWN and UP

Adjusts the volume. Functions as the CURSOR (▲/
▼) buttons in the On-Screen Menu (OSM) mode.

e LEFT/– and RIGHT/+

Enlarges or reduces the image. Functions as the



CURSOR (

/ ) buttons in the On-Screen Menu

(OSM) mode.

POWER/STANDBY

INPUT SELECT

/EXIT

POWER/STANDBY

t POWER/STANDBY indicator

When the power is on ............................. Lights green.

When the power is in the standby mode ... Lights red.

y Power

Turns the monitor’s power on and off.

u Remote sensor window

Receives the signals from the remote control.

r INPUT SELECT / EXIT

Switches the input, in the following order.

→ VIDEO1 → VIDEO2 → VIDEO3→ DVD/HD

RGB/PC3 ← RGB/PC2 ← RGB/PC1←

Functions as the EXIT buttons in the On-Screen Menu
(OSM) mode.

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Rear View/ Terminal Board

AC-IN

K

SPEAKERS MUST

HAVE MORE THAN

7WATT RATING

IMPEDANCE 6 OHM

RIGHT LEFT

SPEAKERS MUST
HAVE MORE THAN
7WATT RATING

IMPEDANCE 6 OHM

RIGHT LEFT

A

VIDEO 1

VIDEO 2

VIDEO 3

)

VIDEO 1

VIDEO 2

VIDEO 3

)

L ( MONO

R

Y

CB/PB

CR/PR

)

L ( MONO

R

AUDIO 2 DVD1/HD1AUDIO 3 AUDIO 1RGB2/DVD2/HD2

RGB 1

R/CR/PR

G/Y

B/CB/PB

HD

VD

)

L ( MONO

R

RGB 3

(

)

Digital RGB

CONTROL
LOCK

ON /OFF

REMOTE
CONTROL

EXTERNAL
CONTROL

J

L ( MONO

R

Y

CB/ PB

CR/ PR

)

L ( MONO

R

AUDIO 2 DVD1/ HD1AUDIO 3 AUDIO 1RGB2/ DVD2/HD2

RGB 1

R/CR/PR

G/Y

B/CB/PB

HD

VD

)

L ( MONO

R

RGB 3

(

)

Digital RGB

CONTROL
LOCK

ON / OFF

REMOTE
CONTROL

EXTERNAL
CONTROL

B

C

D

E

F

G
H

I

A EXT SPEAKER L and R

Connect speakers here. Maintain the correct polarity.

B VIDEO1, 2, 3

Connect VCR’s, DVD’s or Laser Discs, etc. here.

C DVD1 / HD1

Connect DVD’s, High Definition or Laser Discs, etc.
here.

D RGB1

Inputs the analog RGB signal of personal computer,
etc.

E RGB2/ DVD2/ HD2

RGB2: Inputs the analog RGB signal.
DVD2/ HD2: Connect DVD’s, High Definition or

Laser Discs, etc. here.

F RGB3

(DVI 29pin)

Inputs a digital RGB signal (TMDS).

G CONTROL LOCK

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

H REMOTE CONTROL

Connect the supplied remote cable here.

I 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
41 for external control.

J AUDIO1, AUDIO2, AUDIO3

These are audio input terminals.
The input is selectable. Set which video image to allot
them to on the menu screen.

K AC IN

Connect the included power cord here.

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Remote Control

w RGB/PC

Press this button to select RGB/PC as the source.

→ RGB/PC1 → RGB/PC2 → RGB/PC3

RGB/PC can also be selected using the INPUT
SELECT button on the monitor. The input switches as
follows each time the button is pressed:

→ VIDEO1 → VIDEO2→ VIDEO3→ DVD/HD

RGB/PC3 ← RGB/PC2 ← RGB/PC1 ←

e DVD / HD

Press this button to select DVD/HD as the source.
DVD/HD can also be selected using the INPUT
SELECT button on the monitor. The input switches as
follows each time the button is pressed:

→ VIDEO1 → VIDEO2→ VIDEO3→ DVD/HD

RGB/PC3 ← RGB/PC2 ← RGB/PC1 ←

r VIDEO

Press this button to select VIDEO as the source.

→ VIDEO1 → VIDEO2 → VIDEO3

VIDEO can also be selected using the INPUT SELECT
button on the monitor. The input switches as follows
each time the button is pressed:

→ VIDEO1 → VIDEO2→ VIDEO3→ DVD/HD

RGB/PC3 ← RGB/PC2 ← RGB/PC1 ←

q POWER ON/OFF

Switches Power ON/OFF.
(This does not operate when POWER/STANDBY
indicator of the main unit is off.)

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 (▲ / ▼ /



/ )

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.

i POINTER

Press this button to display the pointer.

o ZOOM (+ /–)

Enlarges or reduces the image.

!0 VOLUME (+ /–)

Adjusts the volume.

!1 MUTE

Mutes the sound.

!2 WIDE

The type of broadcast is detected automatically, and
the recommended wide screen is set.

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!3 DISPLAY

Displays the source settings on the screen.

!4 OFF TIMER

Activates the off timer for the unit.

!5 MULTI

Press this button to select a screen mode from among
single mode, side by side, and picture in picture.

!6 SELECT

Press this button to select the active picture in a multi
screen mode.

!7 AUTO ADJUST

Press this button to adjust Fine Picture, Picture ADJ,
Position, and Contrast automatically, or to switch the
screen size to ZOOM mode automatically with the
superimposed caption displayed fully only when the
picture contains dark areas above and below the picture.

!8 Remote control signal transmitter

Transmits the remote control signals.

!9 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.

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L

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.

VIDEO 1

CONTROL

VIDEO 2

LOCK

VIDEO 3

)

L ( MONO

ON / OFF

R

Y

CB/PB

SPEAKERS MUST

HAVE MORE THAN

7WATT RATING

IMPEDANCE 6 OHM

RIGHT LEFT

CR/PR

L ( MONO

R

AUDIO 2 DVD1/HD1AUDIO 3 AUDIO 1RGB2/DVD2/HD2

RGB 1

R/CR/PR

G/Y

B/CB/PB

HD

VD

L ( MONO

R

RGB 3

(
Digital RGB

CONTROL
LOCK

ON /OFF

REMOTE
CONTROL

EXTERNAL
CONTROL

REMOTE

)

CONTROL

EXTERNAL
CONTROL

)

)

Remote Control
Cable

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.

UME

INPUT SELECT

UP

/EXITLEFT/— RIGHT/+

POWER/STANDBY

Approx.
7m/ 23ft

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.

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Installation

VIDEO 1

VIDEO 2

VIDEO 3

)

L ( MONO

R

Y

CB/ PB

CR/ PR

)

L ( MONO

R

AUDIO 2 DVD1/ HD1AUDIO 3 AUDIO 1RGB2/ DVD2/HD2

RGB 1

R/CR/PR

G/Y

B/CB/PB

HD

VD

)

L ( MONO

R

RGB 3

(

)

Digital RGB

To video inputs on
the plasma monitor

Signal cable (supplied)
To Mini D-Sub 15 pin connector on the plasma monitor

VCR or Laser Disc Player

Document Camera

IBM VGA or

Compatibles

Macintosh or Compatibles

(Desk top type)

Monitor adapter for
Macintosh

CONTROL
LOCK

ON / OFF

REMOTE
CONTROL

EXTERNAL
CONTROL

An image may not be displayed
correctly if a video source like a
VCR is connected to the DVD terminals.

Personal computer with a
digital RGB output

DVD Player

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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 for an impressive presentation. The plasma monitor
supports the signals described on page 55.
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. The 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 monitors 1365768 native pixel
resolution panel.

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:

for more information about your camera’s video output
requirements.

Refer to your document camera owner’s manual

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:

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 19" fixed mode is recommended for the plasma monitor.

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.

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.

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:

manual for more information about your equipment’s video
output requirements.

Refer to your VCR or laser disc player owner’s

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.

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External Speaker Connections

RIGHT LEFT

AC-IN

SPEAKERS MUST

HAVE MORE THAN

7WATT RATING

IMPEDANCE 6 OHM

RIGHT LEFT

VIDEO 1

VIDEO 2

VIDEO 3

)

L ( MONO

R

Y

CB/PB

CR/PR

)

L ( MONO

R

AUDIO 2 DVD1/HD1AUDIO 3 AUDIO 1RGB2/DVD2/HD2

RGB 1

R/CR/PR

G/Y

B/CB/PB

HD

VD

)

L ( MONO

R

RGB 3

(

)

Digital RGB

CONTROL
LOCK

ON /OFF

REMOTE
CONTROL

EXTERNAL
CONTROL

External speakers (option) may be connected to the plasma
monitor to reproduce sound from VIDEO, DVD or RGB
signal sources.

External 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 external speakers directly to the plasma
monitor:

1. Strip the ends of the speaker wires.

2. Press down 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+.

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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

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

Signal (Analog)

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.)

RGB 3

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

9

10

11

12

17

18

19

20

8 25 26

13

14

15

16

21

27 28

22

23

24

29

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

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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).

VOLUME

To adjust the volume:

1. Press and hold the VOLUME button (on the remote
control or the unit) to increase to the desired level.

2. Press and hold the VOLUME
control or the unit) to decrease to the desired level.

button (on the remote

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 menu turns off.

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 ▲▼

2. Press the POINTER button to delete the pointer.

)

 

buttons.

AUTO ADJUST

To adjust the size or quality of the picture
automatically:

Press the AUTO ADJUST button.

Information

 AUTO ADJUST ON setting

When RGB (still picture) input

is selected ...... Fine Picture, Picture ADJ, Position,

and Contrast will be adjusted
automatically.

When RGB (motion picture),
VIDEO, or Y/Pb/Pr (component) input

is selected ...... The screen size switches to ZOOM

mode automatically with the
superimposed caption displayed fully
only when the picture contains dark
areas above and below the picture.

)

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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.

To cancel the off timer:

1. Press the OFF TIMER button twice in a row.

2. The off timer is canceled.

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

OFF TIMER 30

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.

OFF TIMER 0

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.

3. When five minutes remain the remaining time appears
until it reaches zero.

OFF TIMER 28

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WIDE Operations

Watching with a wide screen

With this function, you can select one of four screen sizes.

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

ZOOM size screen

The picture is expanded in the horizontal and vertical
direction, maintaining the original proportions.
* Use this for theater size (wide) movies, etc.

(manual)

STADIUM size screen

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.

When watching high definition video source

1. Press the WIDE button on the remote control.

FULL size screen (16 : 9)

NORMAL size screen (4:3)

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.)

The full size screen is displayed.
* The picture has the same size as video pictures (16 : 9).

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