Pioneer PDP-50MXE10, PDP-50MXE11, PDP-50MXE1 Manual

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PDP-50MXE1 PDP-50MXE1-S PDP-43MXE1 PDP-43MXE1-S

Operating Instructions Mode d’emploi

Bedienungsanleitung

English

This unit has been designed for use as a computer display monitor. The optional video card is required if you wish to view other video signals on the monitor. For details consult your local retail dealer.

Français

Cet appareil est conçu pour une utilisation comme moniteur d’affichage d’ordinateur.

La carte vidéo optionnelle est nécessaire si vous souhaitez regarder d’autres signaux sur ce moniteur. Pour plus de renseignements, consultez votre revendeur.

Deutsch

Dieses Gerät ist als Monitor für Personalcomputer konzipiert.

Wenn andere Videosignale auf diesem Monitor betrachtet werden sollen, muss die optionale Videokarte installiert werden. Weitere Einzelheiten hierzu erfahren Sie von Ihrem Fachhändler.

Operating Instructions

English

Français

Thank you very much for purchasing this PIONEER product. Before using your Plasma Display, please read the “Safety Precautions” and these “Operating Instructions” carefully so you will know how to operate the Plasma Display properly. Keep this manual in a safe place. You will find it useful in the future.

Notes on Installation Work:

This product is marketed assuming that it is installed by qualified personnel with enough skill and competence. Always have an installation specialist or your dealer install and set up the product. PIONEER cannot assume liabilities for damage caused by mistake in installation or mounting, misuse, modification or a natural disaster.

Note for Dealers:

After installation, be sure to deliver this manual to the customer and explain to the customer how to handle the product.

Safety Precautions

If you want to dispose this product, do not mix it with general household waste. There is a separate collection system for used electronic products in accordance with legislation that requires proper treatment, recovery and recycling.

Private households in the 25 member states of the EU, in Switzerland and Norway may return their used electronic products free of charge to designated collection facilities or to a retailer (if you purchase a similar new one).

For countries not mentioned above, please contact your local authorities for the correct method of disposal.

By doing so you will ensure that your disposed product undergoes the necessary treatment, recovery and recycling and thus prevent potential negative effects on the environment and human health.

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Safety Precautions

IMPORTANT

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol,	CAUTION:	The exclamation point within an equilateral
within an equilateral triangle, is intended to	TO PREVENT THE RISK OF ELECTRIC	triangle is intended to alert the user to the
alert the user to the presence of uninsulated	SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR	presence of important operating and
"dangerous voltage" within the product's	BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS	maintenance (servicing) instructions in the
enclosure that may be of sufficient	INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED	literature accompanying the appliance.
magnitude to constitute a risk of electric	SERVICE PERSONNEL.
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WARNING: The apparatus is not waterproofs, to prevent fire or shocks hazard, do not expose this apparatus to rain or moisture and do not put any water source near this apparatus, such as vase, flower pot, cosmetics container and medicine bottle etc.

WARNING: THIS APPARATUS MUST BE EARTHED.

CAUTION: WHEN POSITIONING THIS EQUIPMENT

ENSURE THAT THE MAINS PLUG AND SOCKET IS EASILY ACCESSIBLE.

To ensure proper heat radiation, distance the unit slightly from other equipment, walls, etc. (normally more than 10 cm). Avoid the following installations which will block vents and cause heat to build up inside, resulting in fire hazards.

•Do not attempt to fit the unit inside narrow spaces where ventilation is poor

•Do not place on carpet

•Do not cover with cloth, etc.

•Do not place on its side

•Do not place it upside down

•If planning special installation such as fitting close to the wall, placing it horizontally, etc., be sure to consult your Pioneer dealer first.

WARNING: No naked flame sources, such as lighted candle, should be placed on the apparatus. If naked flame sources accidentally fall down, fire spread over the apparatus then may cause fire.

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This product complies with the Low Voltage Directive (73/23/EEC, amended by 93/68/EEC), EMC Directives (89/336/EEC, amended by 92/31/EEC and 93/68/EEC).

The following symbols are found on labels attached to the product. They alert the operators and service personnel of this equipment to any potentially dangerous conditions.

WARNING

This symbol refers to a hazard or unsafe practice which can result in personal injury or property damage.

CAUTION

This symbol refers to a hazard or unsafe practice which can result in severe personal injury or death.

Operating Environment

Operating environment temperature and humidity: 0 ºC – +40 ºC (+32 ºF – +104 ºF); less than 85 %RH (cooling vents not blocked)

Do not install in the following locations

•Location exposed to direct sunlight or strong artificial light

•Location exposed to high humidity, or poorly

ventilated location

WARNING:

BEFORE PLUGGING IN THE UNIT FOR THE FIRST TIME, READ THE FOLLOWING SECTION CAREFULLY. The voltage of the available power supply differs according to country or region. Be sure that the power supply voltage of the area where this unit will be used meets the required voltage (e.g., 230V or 120V) written on the rear panel.

WARNING

This product equipped with a three-wire grouding (earthing) type plug, a plug having a third (grounding, earthing) pin, it will only fit into a grouding (earthing) type power outlet. This is a safety feature. If you are unable to insert the plug into the outlet, contact your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the grouding (earthing) type plug.

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Contents
Safety Precautions ...................................	i
Features ...................................................	1
Before Proceeding ...................................	3
How to use this manual ......................................	3
Checking supplied accessories ..........................	5
Part Names and Functions .....................	6
Main unit ..............................................................	6
Remote control unit ............................................	7
Connection panel ................................................	8
Installation and Connections ...............	10
Installation of the unit .......................................	10
Connection to a personal computer ................	12
Audio connections ............................................	13
Power cord connection .....................................	14
How to route cables ..........................................	15
System Settings ....................................	16
Setting the onscreen display language ...........	16
Settings after connections ...............................	17
Operation ...............................................	19
Selecting input source ......................................	19
Adjusting sound volume ..................................	20
Muting the sound ..............................................	20
Confirming current status ................................	20
Changing screen size ........................................	21
Enlarging one part of the screen
(POINT ZOOM) ..................................................	22
Multiscreen display ...........................................	23
Automatic power-off
(POWER MANAGEMENT) ................................	24
PICTURE/SCREEN Adjustment ............	25
PICTURE adjustment ........................................	25
Adjusting screen POSITION, CLOCK, and PHASE
<automatic adjust> ...........................................	26
Adjusting screen POSITION, CLOCK, and PHASE
<manual adjust> ...............................................	27
Other Operations ..................................	29
Setting the orbiter (ORBITER) ..........................	29
Side mask position (MASK CONTROL) ...........	29
Screen management settings
(SCREEN MGT.) .................................................	30
Energy saving settings (ENERGY SAVE) .........	31
Automatic input switching
(AUTO FUNCTION) ...........................................	32
About audio output (AUDIO OUT)
(PDP-50MXE1/PDP-50MXE1-S/PDP-43MXE1/
PDP-43MXE1-S only) ........................................	33
Additional Information .........................	34
Cleaning .............................................................	34
Troubleshooting ................................................	34
Precautions regarding use ...............................	36
STANDBY and ON indicators ...........................	36
Specifications ....................................................	37
Appendix 1: Computer signal
compatibility table ............................................	38
Appendix 2: INPUT1/2 pin assignments .........	42
Explanation of terms ........................................	42

Features

PDP-50MXE10

¶ Introduces newly developed 50” XGA wide Plasma

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Panel

The new wide high-precision XGA 50” plasma panel (1280x768/ 16:9) further pushes the envelope of previous high-luminance panels, producing brighter, clearer images with higher contrast.

¶Newly developed image processing technology (P.U.R.E. Drive) including Advanced Super CLEAR

Drive reproduces images with higher definition and quality

The newly developed fully digital image processing circuitry (P.U.R.E. Drive) including Advanced Super CLEAR Drive designed exclusively for Pioneer’s high-definition plasma displays allows the reproduction of clearer, brighter images.

¶ ES (Expansion Solutions) Card Slot interfaces for enhanced potential

The display is provided with a built-in ES Card Slot Interfaces to allow the installation of cards for the connection of external devices, thus enhancing its expansion potential.

¶ Supports wide range of computer signals (analog/ digital)

Supports non-compressed display of signals ranging from 640x400 and 640x480 (VGA) to 1024x768 (XGA) and 1280x768

(WXGA), and compressed display of 1280x768 (SXGA) and

1600x1200 (UXGA) signals.

* Supported signals are different on INPUT1 and INPUT2.

¶Free Installation Configuration

– Broader installation possibilities with thinner,

lighter, high-endurance design –

The display is only 98mm thick with lightweight. On the other hand, the efficient heat-radiating design greatly improves environmental operating conditions. The thinner, lighter design, coupled to high-endurance construction greatly broadens the range of possible installation locations and styles.

¶ High reliability for commercial applications

This display is provided with features giving it high dependability
in commercial applications, including the ability to suppress peak
luminance in accordance with the viewing program, and to	Features
¶ Power-Saving Design	Features

change the cooling fan’s speed in accordance with changes in operating environment.

While equipped with a high-precision (1280x768) panel, this unit achieves the highest energy-saving of any display in its class (50inch XGA class: 360W). The display is also provided with a variety of power-saving functions, including an automatic brightness function with ambient light sensor.

¶ Gray-body model specially for industrial and professional use

PDP-50MXE10 is colored by gray and it matches with a variety of installation situation, specially designed for industrial and professional use.

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Features

PDP-50MXE11

¶ Introduces newly developed 50” XGA wide Plasma

Panel

The new wide high-precision XGA 50” plasma panel (1280x768/ 16:9) further pushes the envelope of previous high-luminance panels, producing brighter, clearer images with higher contrast.

¶ Newly developed Direct Color Filter

The clear front of PDP-50MXE11 is actually a precisely manufactured optical-grade non-glass panel. It acts as a color filter that increases the spectrum of light emitted by the plasma, for a fuller range of colors and exceptional color accuracy. And increases contrast by limiting ambient light reflections in bright viewing environments.

¶Newly developed image processing technology (P.U.R.E. Drive) including Advanced Super CLEAR Drive reproduces images with higher definition and

quality

¶ ES (Expansion Solutions) Card Slot interfaces for enhanced potential

The display is provided with a built-in ES Card Slot Interfaces to allow the installation of cards for the connection of external devices, thus enhancing its expansion potential.

¶ Supports wide range of computer signals (analog/ digital)

Supports non-compressed display of signals ranging from 640x400 and 640x480 (VGA) to 1024x768 (XGA) and 1280x768 (WXGA), and compressed display of 1280x768 (SXGA) and 1600x1200 (UXGA) signals.

* Supported signals are different on INPUT1 and INPUT2.

¶Free Installation Configuration

– Broader installation possibilities with thinner,

lighter, high-endurance design –

¶ High reliability for commercial applications

This display is provided with features giving it high dependability in commercial applications, including the ability to suppress peak luminance in accordance with the viewing program, and to change the cooling fan’s speed in accordance with changes in operating environment.

¶ Power-Saving Design

¶ Stylish silver-body Model

Its sophisticated silver body makes this display a perfect part of any office décor, enhancing its use in presentations and conferences.

The high-precision plasma display PDP-50MXE11 incorporates the latest in color filter technology – 1st Surface Pure Color Filter. This improves the color / picture reproduction of these models as compared to previous models. It also eliminates the need for a physical glass panel to be placed in front of the plasma panel, which furthers Pioneer’s continued goal of reducing environmental waste in consumer electronics, now during the manufacturing process and in the future during the recycling process.

Note

The following are typical effects and characteristics of a phosphor-based matrix display and as such, are not covered by the manufacturer’s limited warranties:

•Permanent residual images upon the phosphors of the panel.

•The existence of a minute number of inactive light cells.

PDP-50MXE1/PDP-50MXE1-S/PDP-43MXE1/ PDP-43MXE1-S

¶ ES (Expansion Solutions) Card Slot interfaces for enhanced potential

The display is provided with a built-in ES Card Slot Interfaces to allow the installation of cards for the connection of external devices, thus enhancing its expansion potential.

¶ Supports wide range of computer signals (analog/ digital)

Supports non-compressed display of signals ranging from 640x400 and 640x480 (VGA) to 1024x768 (XGA) and 1280x768 (WXGA), and compressed display of 1280x768 (SXGA) and 1600x1200 (UXGA) signals.

* Supported signals are different on INPUT1 and INPUT2.

¶Free Installation Configuration

– Broader installation possibilities with thinner,

lighter, high-endurance design –

The thinner, lighter design, coupled to high-endurance construction greatly broadens the range of possible installation locations and styles.

¶ High reliability for commercial applications

¶ Power-Saving Design

While equipped with a high-precision (50-inch: 1280x768, 43inch: 1024x768) panel, this unit achieves the highest energysaving of any display in its class (50-inch XGA class: 360W, 43inch XGA class: 298W). The display is also provided with a variety of power-saving functions, including an automatic brightness function with ambient light sensor.

¶Optional line (sold separately)

(For details, please consult the dealer where this unit was purchased.)

1 Table top stand: PDP-50MXE10/PDP-50MXE11/PDP-50MXE1/ PDP-50MXE1-S/PDP-43MXE1/PDP-43MXE1-S display stand.

2 Wall installation unit:

Wall installation bracket designed as a wall interface for securing the unit.

3Speaker system designed specifically for plasma displays (width: 7.4 cm): 2-way speaker units featuring 2.5 cm dome

	conical tweeter and newly developed 14.6 x 6.2
	cm eliptical speaker in vertical arrangement.
	(When speakers are attached, the operation
	panel on this unit is not operable.)
4 Video card:	Expansion card allows viewing of video signals
	and computer analog RGB signals.
	Cards used in the expansion slots should be
	manufactured or recommended by Pioneer.
	Using other expansion cards may result in
	malfunction.

This product includes FontAvenue® fonts licensed by NEC Corporation.

FontAvenue is a registered trademark of NEC Corporation.

Before Proceeding

How to use this manual

This manual is set up to follow the course of actions and operations in the order that would seem most logical for someone setting up this unit.

Once the unit has been taken out of the box and it has been confirmed that all the parts have been received (page 5), it may be beneficial to look over the section “Part Names and Functions” starting on page 6 to become acquainted with the plasma monitor and remote control unit, as their respective buttons and controls will be referred to throughout this manual.

The section “Installation and Connections” starting on page 10 covers all the necessary points regarding installation of the plasma display and connections to a wide variety of components.

Regarding menu displays

The example menu displays provided in this manual are those for the PDP-50MXE10/PDP-50MXE11/PDP- 50MXE1/PDP-50MXE1-S model. The PDP-43MXE1/PDP- 43MXE1-S display differs as shown:

Example of PDP-50MXE10/PDP-50MXE11/PDP-
50MXE1/PDP-50MXE1-S Menu Display:
MENU			INPUT1
PICTURE SCREEN		SETUP	OPTION
CONTRAST	:	0
BRIGHTNESS	:	0
R.LEVEL	:	0
G.LEVEL	:	0
B.LEVEL	:	0
H.ENHANCE	:	0
V.ENHANCE	:	0
PICTURE RESET
SET ENTER		MENU	EXIT

The section “System Settings” starting on page 16 covers the on-screen settings necessary for correct operation of the plasma display with its connected components. Depending on the connections made, this section may or may not be necessary.

The remainder of the sections in this manual is dedicated to the basic operations associated with selecting a source component up to the more complex operations associated with adjusting the plasma display picture to match the requirements of specific components and personal preferences.

Example of PDP-43MXE1/PDP-43MXE1-S Menu
Display:
MENU				INPUT1
PICTURE	SCREEN	SETUP		OPTION
CONTRAST	:	0
BRIGHTNESS	:	0
R.LEVEL	:	0
G.LEVEL	:	0
B.LEVEL	:	0
H.ENHANCE	:	0
V.ENHANCE	:	0
PICTURE RESET
SET	ENTER	MENU	EXIT

	The PDP-50MXE1/PDP-43MXE1, PDP-50MXE10 and
	PDP-50MXE11/PDP-50MXE1-S/PDP-43MXE1-S have	Please note that the actual contents displayed are the
	differing external appearances, but their functions and
		same for both the PDP-50MXE10/PDP-50MXE11/
	operating methods are the same. These Operating
		PDP-50MXE1/PDP-50MXE1-S and PDP-43MXE1/
	Instructions will be based on the PDP-50MXE1/PDP-
		PDP-43MXE1-S.
	43MXE1 model.

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Before Proceeding

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Before Proceeding

About operations in this manual

Each operation is described in its proper operating order. These Operating Instructions will refer to the operating controls found on the remote control unit, with the exception of those buttons found only on the main plasma display itself. When the plasma display controls include equivalent buttons to those found on the remote control unit, the commands can be performed on the main unit as well.

The following illustrations are an example of the actual operations used for the section “PICTURE adjustment”. The examples are provided to allow you to confirm whether the operation is performed correctly or not.

Note

The screen images depicted in these Operating Instructions should be considered typical images; some difference will be seen in practice, depending on the screen item displayed and its contents, the input source and various other control settings.

Before Proceeding

PICTURE/SCREEN Adjustment

PICTURE adjustment

5/∞

2/3

SET

5/∞

Main unit operating	Remote control unit
panel

1 Press the MENU button to display the menu

screen.
MENU				INPUT1
PICTURE	SCREEN		SETUP	OPTION
CONTRAST		:	0
BRIGHTNESS		:	0
R.LEVEL		:	0
G.LEVEL		:	0
B.LEVEL		:	0
H.ENHANCE		:	0
V.ENHANCE		:	0
PICTURE RESET
SET	ENTER		MENU	EXIT

2Use the 5/∞ buttons to select the adjustment item, then press the SET button.

MENU				INPUT1
PICTURE	SCREEN		SETUP	OPTION
CONTRAST		:	0
BRIGHTNESS		:	0
R.LEVEL		:	0
G.LEVEL		:	0
B.LEVEL		:	0
H.ENHANCE		:	0
V.ENHANCE		:	0
PICTURE RESET
SET	ENTER		MENU	EXIT

3Use the 2/3 buttons to adjust the picture quality as desired.

4Press the SET button.

Pressing the SET button writes the value into the memory and returns the display to the step 2 screen.

5When the setup is finished, press the MENU button to exit the menu screen.

Note

Make these adjustments for each input (INPUT1 or INPUT2) and signals.

[PICTURE] mode adjustment items

Below are brief descriptions of the options that can be set in the [PICTURE] mode.

CONTRAST ············· Adjust according to the surrounding brightness so that the picture can be seen clearly.

BRIGHTNESS ·········· Adjust so that the dark parts of the picture can be seen clearly.

R. LEVEL ················· Adjust the amount of red in the picture.

G. LEVEL ················· Adjust the amount of green in the picture.

B. LEVEL ················· Adjust the amount of blue in the picture.

H. ENHANCE ··········· Sharpens the image in the horizontal direction.

V. ENHANCE ··········· Sharpens the image in the vertical direction.

To reset [PICTURE] mode settings to the default

If settings have been adjusted excessively or the picture on the screen no longer appears natural, it may prove more beneficial to reset the [PICTURE] mode to default settings instead of trying to make adjustments under already adjusted conditions.

1In step 2 in the previous procedure, use the 5/∞ buttons to select [PICTURE RESET], then press the SET button.

PICTURE RESET

	YES		NO


SET	SET	MENU	EXIT

2Use the 2/3 buttons to select [YES], and press the SET button.

All [PICTURE] mode settings are returned to the factory set default.

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PICTURE/SCREEN Adjustment

Before Proceeding

Checking supplied accessories

Check that the following accessories were supplied.

1 Remote control unit

2 AA (R6) batteries (x 2)

3 Cleaning cloth (for screen)

4 Speed clamps (x 2)

5 Bead bands (x 2)

7 Display stands (x 2)

8 Washers (x 2)

9 Hex hole bolts (x 2)

0 Remote control unit holder

Use as a holder for the remote control unit. When attaching to the rear of the main unit, be careful not to cover the vents.

- Cable tie

÷ These Operating Instructions

6 Ferrite core

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Before Proceeding

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Part Names and Functions

Main unit			Operation panel on the main unit
Main unit		PDP-43MXE1/
		PDP-43MXE1/
	6	PDP-43MXE1-S
Main unit	6
Main unit		6	7
PDP-50MXE10/			8
PDP-50MXE11/
PDP-50MXE1/			9
PDP-50MXE1-S

0 -

	1	2	Note
			When optional speakers have been connected,
3	4 5		the operation panel on the main unit will not be
3	4 5		operable.
			operable.

Main unit

1 Display stand

2Remote control sensor

Point the remote control toward the remote sensor to operate the unit (page 8).

3Ambient light sensor

This sensor measures the level of light inside the viewing room; it is enabled when the [ENERGY SAVE] option is set to [AUTO] (page 31).

4ON indicator

Lights green when the plasma display is operating (page 19).

When flashing, the indicator is used to indicate error messages (page 36).

The indicator flashes green once every one second when the [POWER MANAGEMENT] function is operating (page 24).

5STANDBY indicator

Lights red when the unit is in standby mode (page 19). When flashing, the indicator is used to indicate error messages (page 36).

6Handles

The plasma displays PDP-50MXE10/PDP-50MXE11/ PDP-50MXE1/PDP-50MXE1-S and PDP-43MXE1/PDP- 43MXE1-S utilize differing methods of handle attachment, but the handles themselves are used in the same way (page 11).

Operation panel on the main unit

7STANDBY/ON button

Press to put the display in operation or standby mode (page 19).

8INPUT button

Press to select the input (page 19).

9MENU button

Press to open and close the on-screen menu (pages 16 to 33).

0ADJUST (///) buttons

Use these buttons to move the onscreen cursor between selection options, and to perform adjustments. Instructions for use are given with each command option onscreen (pages 16 to 33).

-VOLUME (+/–) buttons

When not indicated for use in onscreen menu items, these buttons are used for adjusting the sound volume (pages 19 and 20).

=SET/DISPLAY button

Use to confirm onscreen menu selections, and to change settings (pages 16 to 33).

When not indicated by onscreen menus, used to display the current set status (page 20).

~SCREEN SIZE button

Press to select the screen size (page 21).

!AUTO SET UP button

When using computer signal input, automatically sets the [POSITION], [CLOCK] and [PHASE] to optimum values (page 26).

Part Names and Functions

Remote control unit

1 9

2 -

3	=
4
5
6	~
7	!
8	@

When handling the remote control unit

¶Do not drop the remote control unit or expose it to moisture.

¶Do not use the remote control unit in a location subject to direct sunlight, heat radiation from a heater, or in a place subject to excessive humidity.

¶When the remote control unit’s batteries begin to wear out, the operable distance will gradually become shorter. When this occurs, replace all batteries with new ones as soon as possible.

1SCREEN SIZE button

Press to select the screen size (page 21).

2INPUT buttons

Press to select the input (page 19).

3MENU button

Press to open and close the on-screen menu (pages 16 to 33).

4ADJUST (5/∞/3/2) buttons

Use to navigate menu screens and to adjust various settings on the unit (pages 16 to 33).

5SET button

Press to adjust or enter various settings on the unit (pages 16 to 33).

6SUB INPUT button

During multi-screen display, use this button to change inputs to subscreens (page 23).

7SPLIT button

Press to switch to multi-screen display (page 23).

8MUTING button

Press to mute the volume (page 20).

9AUTO SET UP button

When using computer signal input, automatically sets the [POSITION], [CLOCK] and [PHASE] to optimum values (page 26).

0STANDBY/ON button

Press to put the unit in operation or standby mode (page 19).

-DISPLAY button

Press to view the unit’s current input and setup mode (page 20).

=POINT ZOOM button

Use to select and enlarge one part of the screen (page 22).

~SWAP button

During multi-screen display, use this button to switch between main screen and subscreen (page 23).

!PIP SHIFT button

When using PinP mode with multi-screen display, use this button to move the position of subscreen (page 23).

@VOLUME (+/–) buttons

Use to adjust the volume (pages 19 and 20).

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Part Names and Functions

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Part Names and Functions

Operating range of the remote control unit

When operating the remote control unit, point it at the remote sensor (Î) located on the front panel of the main unit. The remote control unit is operable up to 7 m from the unit and within a 30 angle on each side of the sensor.

7 m

30°

Remote Sensor

If you are having difficulty with operation of the remote control unit

¶The remote control unit may not operate if there are objects placed between it and the display.

¶Operational distance will gradually become shorter as the batteries begin to wear out, replace weak batteries with new ones as soon as possible.

¶This unit discharges infrared rays from the screen. Placing a video deck or other component that is operated by an infrared remote control unit near this unit may hamper that component’s reception of the remote control’s signal, or prevent it from receiving the signal entirely. Should this occur, move the component to a position further away from this unit.

Inserting the batteries in the remote control unit

While pressing down lightly, slide in the direction of the arrow.

Two AA (R6) batteries

CAUTION

¶Insert batteries so that the plus (+) and minus (–) sides are aligned according to the markings in the battery case.

¶When not using the remote control unit for a long period of time (1 month or more), remove the batteries from the remote control unit to prevent leaking of battery fluid. If battery liquid has leaked, thoroughly wipe the inside of the case until all liquid is removed, and then insert new batteries.

When disposing of used batteries, please comply with governmental regulations or environmental public instruction’s rules that apply in your country/area.

NO!

¶Do not mix new batteries with used ones.

¶The voltage of batteries may differ even if they are the same shape. Please do not mix different kinds of batteries together.

¶Do not charge, short, disassemble or throw the provided batteries in a fire.

Connection panel

The connection panel is provided with two video input terminals and one video output terminal. Audio input/ output and speaker output terminals are also provided. For instructions regarding connections, consult the pages noted in parentheses by each item.

¶Depending on the installation surroundings, this unit’s remote control unit may be influenced by the infrared rays discharged from the plasma display, hampering reception of its rays or limiting its operational distance. The strength of infrared rays discharged from the screen will differ according to the picture displayed.

1SPEAKER (R) terminal

For connection of an external right speaker. Connect a speaker that has an impedance of 8 -16 Ω

(page 13).

2COMBINATION IN/OUT

Never connect any component to these connectors without first consulting your Pioneer installation technician.

These connectors are used for plasma display setup adjustments.

Part Names and Functions

Illustration depicts PDP-50MXE10/PDP-50MXE11/PDP-50MXE1/PDP-50MXE1-S model.

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POWER

AC IN

OFF ON

SPEAKER		L
+	–
8Ω ~16Ω

0 - =

R	SPEAKER		IN	OUT	ANALOG RGB IN	ANALOG RGB OUT INPUT1			INPUT2	OUTPUT
					D-Sub	D-Sub	AUDIO	DIGITAL RGB	AUDIO	AUDIO
	8Ω ~16Ω
	+	–						DVI-D

	COMBINATION	RS-232C
1	2	3	4	5	6	7	89

3RS-232C

Never connect any component to this connector without first consulting your Pioneer installation technician.

This connector is used for plasma display setup adjustments.

4ANALOG RGB IN (INPUT1) (mini D-sub 15 pin)

For connection of a personal computer (PC) or similar component. Make sure that the connection made corresponds to the format of the signal output from the connected component (page 12).

5ANALOG RGB OUT (INPUT1) (mini D-sub 15 pin)

Use the ANALOG RGB OUT (INPUT1) terminal to output the video signal to an external monitor or other component.

Note: The video signal will not be output from the ANALOG RGB OUT (INPUT1) terminal when the main power of this unit is off or in standby mode.

(page 12)

8AUDIO (INPUT2) (Stereo mini jack)

Use to obtain sound when INPUT2 is selected. Connect the audio output jack of components connected to INPUT2 to this unit (page 13).

9AUDIO (OUTPUT) (Stereo mini jack)

Use to output the audio of the selected source component connected to this unit to an AV amplifier or similar component.

Note: No sound is produced from the AUDIO (OUTPUT) jack when the MAIN POWER switch is set to OFF or ON (standby) (page 13).

0MAIN POWER switch

Use to switch the main power of the unit on and off.

-AC IN

Use to connect a power cord to an AC outlet (page 14).

=SPEAKER (L) terminal

For connection of an external left speaker. Connect a speaker that has an impedance of 8 -16 Ω (page 13).

6AUDIO (INPUT1) (Stereo mini jack)

Use to obtain sound when INPUT1 is selected. Connect the audio output jack of components connected to INPUT1 to this unit (page 13).

7DIGITAL RGB (INPUT2) (DVI-D jack)

Use to connect a computer.

Note: This unit does not support the display of copyguard-protected video signals (page 12).

Part Names and Functions

English

Installation and Connections

Installation of the unit

Installation using the supplied display stands

Be sure to fix the supplied stands to the installation surface. Use commercially available M8 bolts that are 25 mm longer than the thickness of the installation surface.

1Fix the supplied stands to the installation surface at each of the 4 prepared holes using commercially available M8 bolts.

Front
		PDP-50MXE10/PDP-50MXE11/
		PDP-50MXE1/PDP-50MXE1-S:
		798 mm (Bolt hole thread pitch)
	Rear	PDP-43MXE1/PDP-43MXE1-S:
		880 mm (Bolt hole thread pitch)
	Always install the supplied display stands
	according to the dimensions shown in
110 mm	the accompanying illustration.
110 mm

2 Set this unit in the stands.

3 Fix this unit using the supplied washer and bolt.

Use a 6 mm hex wrench

to bolt them.

CAUTION

This display unit weighs at least 30 kg and has little front-to-back depth, making it very unstable when stood on edge. As a result, two or more persons should cooperate when unpacking, moving, or installing the display.

Installation using the optional PIONEER stand or installation bracket

÷Please be sure to request installation or mounting of this unit or the installation bracket by an installation specialist or the dealer where purchased.

÷When installing, be sure to use the bolts provided with the stand or installation bracket.

÷For details concerning installation, please refer to the instruction manual provided with the stand or installation bracket.

Installation using accessories other than the PIONEER stand or installation bracket (sold separately)

÷When possible, please install using parts and accessories manufactured by PIONEER. PIONEER will not be held responsible for accident or damage caused by the use of parts and accessories manufactured by other companies.

÷For custom installation, please consult the dealer where the unit was purchased, or a qualified installer.

Wall-mount installation of the unit

This unit has been designed with bolt holes for wall-mount installation, etc. The installation holes provided are shown in the accompanying illustration.

÷Be sure to attach in 4 or more locations above and below, left and right of the center line.

÷Use bolts that are long enough to be inserted 12 mm to 18 mm into the main unit from the attaching surface for both a holes and b holes. Refer to the side view diagram in the accompanying illustration.

÷As this unit is constructed with glass, be sure to install it on a flat, unwarped surface.

CAUTION

To avoid malfunction, overheating of this unit, and possible fire hazard, make sure that the vents on the main unit are not blocked when installing. Also, as hot air is expelled from the air vents, be careful of deterioration and dirt build up on rear surface wall, etc..

CAUTION

Please be sure to use an M8 (Pitch = 1.25 mm) bolt. (Only this size bolt can be used.)

CAUTION

This unit incorporates a thin design. To ensure safety if vibrated or shaken, please be sure to take measures to prevent the unit from tipping over.

Pioneer PDP-50MXE10, PDP-50MXE11, PDP-50MXE1 Manual

Installation and Connections

CAUTION

NO!

÷Handles should not be removed or reattached by anyone other than the professional installation technician or service personnel.

÷If handles must be removed due to specific installation conditions, the mounting screws should be stored carefully together with the handles. To ensure safety, the mounting screws should be tightened to a minimum torque of 2N·m (20 kgf·cm) when reattaching the handles.

÷When moving the display, it should always be carried by two persons holding the rear handles in the manner shown.

÷Never attempt to move the plasma display by holding only one of the handles.

÷When installing the plasma display, do not use the handles as means of hanging the display; also do not use them as devices to prevent tipping over (see illustration).

English

Français

	Air vents (fan)
b hole	b hole

					Attaching surface
					Installation
					bracket, etc..
				Main unit	a hole
				Main unit
				Center line	Bolt	Connections
b hole	a hole		a hole	b hole	Bolt
b hole	a hole		a hole	b hole
					12 mm to 18 mm
					12 mm to 18 mm	and
						and
					Bolt	Installation
				b hole
	b hole	Center line	b hole	12 mm to 18 mm
				12 mm to 18 mm

Rear view diagram (PDP-50MXE10/PDP-50MXE11/	Side view diagram
PDP-50MXE1/PDP-50MXE1-S)
Air vents (fan)

			Center line
b hole	a hole		a hole
			b hole
	b hole	Center line	b hole
	b hole		b hole

Rear view diagram (PDP-43MXE1/PDP-43MXE1-S)

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Installation and Connections

When connecting to ANALOG RGB OUT (INPUT1)

Connection to a personal computer

Connection method differs depending on the computer type. When connecting, please thoroughly read the computer’s instruction manual.

Before making connections, be sure to make sure that the personal computer’s power and this unit’s main power is off.

Connection to INPUT1

Connect the display’s D-sub input connector to the D-sub output (analog RGB) from the computer.

This connector also supports G ON SYNC (output with green signal combined with sync signal), and composite SYNC (output with combined horizontal and vertical sync signals).

When connecting to ANALOG RGB IN (INPUT1)

ANALOG RGB IN	ANALOG RGB OUT	INPUT1
D-Sub	D-Sub	AUDIO

Connect the cable corresponding to the shape of the input terminal on this unit and the personal computer’s output terminal.

Secure by tightening the terminal screws on both units.

Following completing connections, on-screen setup is necessary. See pages 16 to 18 for details.

Note

Depending on the type of computer model being connected, a conversion connector or adapter etc. provided with the computer or sold separately may be necessary.

For details, please read your PC’s instruction manual or consult the maker or nearest dealer of your computer.

NOTICE

¶INPUT1 supports Microsoft “Plug & Play” (VESA DDC 1/2B) components. See Appendix 2-1/2 (page 42) when making connections to INPUT1.

¶See Appendix 1 (pages 38 and 40) for information regarding signals and display formats supported by INPUT1.

ANALOG RGB IN	ANALOG RGB OUT	INPUT1
D-Sub	D-Sub	AUDIO
		AUDIO

To an external monitor

With this unit, it is possible to output the video signal to an external monitor or other component from the ANALOG RGB OUT (INPUT1) terminal.

Note

A video signal will not be output from the ANALOG RGB OUT (INPUT1) terminal when the main power of this unit is off or in standby.

Connection to INPUT2

A computer equipped with DVI output (digital RGB signal) can be connected to the video card’s DVI connector.

						INPUT2
	DIGITAL RGB					AUDIO
	DVI-D

Following completing connections, on-screen setup is necessary. See pages 16 to 18 for details.

Notes

¶Use a DVI-D 24-pin (digital only) cable for the connection.

¶This unit does not support the display of copyguard-protected video signals.

NOTICE

¶INPUT2 supports Microsoft “Plug & Play” (VESA DDC 2B) components. See Appendix 2-2/2 (page 42) when making connections to INPUT2.

¶See Appendix 1 (pages 39 and 41) for information regarding signals and display formats supported by INPUT2.

Push tab to the open position, and insert the wire. Then, close tab firmly to secure the wire in place.

Installation and Connections

		Audio connections for component (computer)
	Audio connections
		connected to INPUT1

Before making connections, be sure to check that the audio component’s power and the unit’s main power is off.

Connecting the speakers

This unit is equipped with speaker output terminals for connection to the speaker system (not supplied) specially designed for use with this unit. Refer to the illustrations

below when making connections to the speaker terminals
on this unit.		Twist exposed
		Twist exposed
12	mm	wire strands
		together.

ANALOG RGB OUT INPUT1

D-Sub	AUDIO

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Français

Notes

÷After connecting the wires, pull gently on the cables to confirm that the wire cores are fastened securely in their terminals. Insecure connections will result in noise or interrupted sound.

÷Do not allow the wire cores of the ª and · speaker cables to protrude excessively, since they may touch each other, causing a short circuit. This will produce excessive load on the plasma display, causing operation to malfunction or stop.

Connection to audio output connector

Use a stereo miniplug to connect the plasma display’s AUDIO (OUTPUT) stereo mini jack (L/R) to an AV amplifier or other component.

	INPUT2	OUTPUT
DIGITAL RGB	AUDIO	AUDIO
DVI-D

A stereo miniplug cable can be used to connect the audio output from the component connected to INPUT1, to the plasma display’s AUDIO (INPUT1) stereo mini jack (L/R).

Sound is output from both the AUDIO (OUTPUT) stereo mini jack (L/R) and the SPEAKER (L/R) terminals according to the video input selection.

Audio connections for component (computer) connected to INPUT2

	INPUT2
DIGITAL RGB	AUDIO
DVI-D

Installation and Connections

Making connections to the audio inputs on this unit

This unit features two audio inputs and one audio output. The following chart shows the video inputs and the corresponding audio input terminals.

Video	Audio input jacks	Sound output
input	Audio input jacks	Sound output
input

INPUT1	Stereo mini jack	Sound of the selected video
INPUT1	(L/R)	input is output from the
	(L/R)	input is output from the
INPUT2	Stereo mini jack	• SPEAKER (L/R) terminals
INPUT2	(L/R)	• Stereo mini jack (L/R)
	(L/R)	• Stereo mini jack (L/R)

A stereo miniplug cable can be used to connect the audio output from the component connected to INPUT2, to the plasma display’s AUDIO (INPUT2) stereo mini jack (L/R).

Sound is output from both the AUDIO (OUTPUT) stereo mini jack (L/R) and the SPEAKER (L/R) terminals according to the video input selection.

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Installation and Connections

Power cord connection

Connect a power cord after all component connections have been completed.

PDP-50MXE10/PDP-50MXE11/PDP-50MXE1/ PDP-50MXE1-S/PDP-43MXE1/PDP-43MXE1-S power cord ratings

Cord ..........................	Cross-sectional area 3 x 1.0 mm2
	(According to CEE 13)
Connector ...................................................	10 A, 250 V
	(According to EN60320 Sheet C13)
Plug ................................	International use (10 A, 250 V)

Example:

UK : UK 13 Amp Plug with rated 13 Amp fuse (According to BS1363)

EURO : 10 A/16 A 250 V (According to CEE 7, 1 V)

CAUTION

For the plasma display, a three-core power cord with a ground terminal is used for efficiency protection.

Always be sure to connect the power cord to a three-pronged grounded outlet and make sure that the cord is properly grounded. If you use a power source converter plug, use an outlet with a ground terminal and screw down the ground line.

NO!

Do not use a power supply voltage other than that indicated (AC 100 - 240 V, 50/60 Hz) as this may cause fire or electric shock.

Attaching the ferrite core

To help prevent noise, attach the accessory ferrite core to the connector end of the power cord as shown in the accompanying illustration. Use the provided cable tie to prevent the ferrite core from slipping on the cable.

Ferrite core

Cable tie

To power



		To AC IN
outlet		To AC IN
AC power cord
AC power cord	As close as possible
	As close as possible

How to route cables

Installation and Connections

English

Speed clamps and bead bands are included with this unit for bunching cables together. Once components are connected, follow the following steps to route cables.

* As viewed from the rear of the display.

1 2

1Organize cables together using the provided speed clamps.

Insert 1 into an appropriate hole on the rear of the unit, then snap 2 into the back of 1 to fix the clamp.

Speed clamps are designed to be difficult to undo once in place. Please attach carefully.

2Bunch separated cables together and secure them with the provided bead bands.

Do not allow excessive stress to be placed on the ends of cables.

Note

Cables can be routed to the right or left.

To attach the speed clamps to the main unit
Connect the speed clamps using the 6 holes marked with
“‡” below, depending on the situation.	Illustration depicts PDP-50MXE10/PDP-50MXE11/
	Illustration depicts PDP-50MXE10/PDP-50MXE11/
	PDP-50MXE1/PDP-50MXE1-S model.
	* As viewed from the rear of the display.

To remove speed clamps

Using pliers, twist the clamp 90° and pull it outward. In some cases the clamp may have deteriorated over time and may get damaged when removed.

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Installation and Connections

English

System Settings

Setting the onscreen display language

The onscreen display language has been set to English as the factory default. To change to another language, the screen setting must be changed. Follow the procedures below to change the setting.

STANDBY/
ON
	STANDBY/
MENU	ON
5/∞
2/3
	MENU
SET	2/3
SET
	SET
	5/∞
Main unit operating	Remote control unit
panel

1Set the rear panel MAIN POWER switch to ON.

The STANDBY indicator on the front panel will light red.

2Press the STANDBY/ON button to turn the power ON.

The ON indicator on the front panel will light green.

3Press the MENU button to display the menu

4 Use the 2/3 buttons to select [OPTION].

MENU			INPUT1
PICTURE	SCREEN	SETUP	OPTION
LANGUAGE			: ENGLISH
ENERGY SAVE			: STANDARD
SCREEN MGT.			: OFF
ORBITER			: OFF
MASK CONTROL			: ON
AUTO SET UP MODE			: INACTIVE
AUTO FUNCTION			: OFF
AUDIO OUT			: FIXED
SET	ENTER	MENU	EXIT

5Use the 5/∞ buttons to select [LANGUAGE], then press the SET button.

LANGUAGE	:	ENGLISH
SET SET		MENU EXIT

6Use the 2/3 buttons to select the desired language.

Each time the 2/3 buttons are pressed, the language alternates between those available, in the following order:

3 ENGLISH 2 3 FRANÇAIS 2 3 ESPAÑOL 2

32 32 3 ITALIANO 2 3 DEUTSCH 2

screen.
MENU					INPUT1
PICTURE	SCREEN		SETUP		OPTION
CONTRAST		:	0
BRIGHTNESS		:	0
R.LEVEL		:	0
G.LEVEL		:	0
B.LEVEL		:	0
H.ENHANCE		:	0
V.ENHANCE		:	0
PICTURE RESET
SET	ENTER		MENU	EXIT	7
					7
					8

LANGUAGE	:	ENGLISH
SET SET		MENU EXIT

With the desired language displayed, press the SET button.

The selected language will be set in memory, and the screen will return to that shown in step 4.

When settings are completed, press the MENU

button to return to the normal screen image.

Note

When the onscreen display language is set for either INPUT1 or INPUT2, the display language for the other input will be set to the same language.

System Settings

Settings after connections

After components have been connected to INPUT1 or INPUT2, on-screen setup is necessary.

Follow the procedure described below and make settings as they apply to the type of components connected.

[SIGNAL FORMAT] setup

Note

These settings are required only when using the following input signal refresh rates: 1 31.5 kHz horizontal / 60 Hz vertical; 2 48.4 kHz horizontal / 60 Hz vertical, or 56.1 kHz horizontal / 70 Hz vertical; 3 64 kHz horizontal / 60 Hz vertical, 80 kHz horizontal / 75 Hz vertical, or 91.2 kHz horizontal / 85 Hz vertical. No manual setup is necessary for signals with other refresh rates, since adjustments are performed automatically (the [SIGNAL FORMAT] item will not be displayed).

5/∞

2/3

SET

5/∞

3Use the 5/∞ buttons to select [SIGNAL FORMAT], then press the SET button.

MENU		INPUT1
PICTURE SCREEN	SETUP	OPTION
POWER MANAGEMENT : OFF
CLAMP POSITION	: AUTO
SIGNAL FORMAT	: V G A

4 Use the 2/3 buttons to select the display mode.

SIGNAL FORMAT :	VGA
SET SET	MENU EXIT

1When the input signal has a refresh rate of 31.5 kHz horizontal / 60 Hz vertical, pressing 2/3 will cause the display mode to change alternately as follows:

3 VGA 2

3 WVGA 2

2When the input signal has a refresh rate of 48.4 kHz horizontal / 60 Hz vertical, or 56.1 kHz horizontal / 70 Hz vertical, pressing 2/3 will cause the display mode to change alternately as follows:

3 PC AUTO 2 3 XGA 2

3 WXGA 2

3When the input signal has a refresh rate of 64 kHz horizontal / 60 Hz vertical, 80 kHz horizontal / 75 Hz vertical, or 91.2 kHz horizontal / 85 Hz vertical, pressing 2/3 will cause the display mode to change alternately as follows:

Main unit operating	Remote control unit	3 SXGA 2 3 SXGA+ 2
panel		3 SXGA 2 3 SXGA+ 2
panel

Press the MENU button to display the menu

screen.
MENU				INPUT1
PICTURE	SCREEN		SETUP	OPTION
CONTRAST		:	0
BRIGHTNESS		:	0
R.LEVEL		:	0
G.LEVEL		:	0
B.LEVEL		:	0
H.ENHANCE		:	0
V.ENHANCE		:	0
PICTURE RESET
SET	ENTER		MENU	EXIT

Use the 2/3 buttons to select [SETUP].

MENU		INPUT1
PICTURE SCREEN	SETUP	OPTION
POWER MANAGEMENT : OFF
CLAMP POSITION	: AUTO
SIGNAL FORMAT	: V GA

If the [PC AUTO] setting is selected when using the above PC input signals, screen resolution will automatically switch between [XGA] and [WXGA].

Notes

÷The [PC AUTO] setting supports automatic signal selection only when using RGB separate SYNC inputs.

÷When G ON SYNC or Composite SYNC signals are input, selecting [PC AUTO] will cause the screen resolution to be set to [XGA] only.

÷When using G ON SYNC or Composite SYNC with WXGA inputs, set [SIGNAL FORMAT] manually to [WXGA].

5Press the SET button.

The setting is stored in memory and the screen returns to that shown in step 3.

6When the setup is completed, press the MENU button to exit the menu screen.

Note

Make [SIGNAL FORMAT] setting for each input (INPUT1 and INPUT2).

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Français

System Settings

English

System Settings

[CLAMP POSITION] setup

Depending on the signal, analog RGB signals may result in the screen image appearing with a whitish or greenish cast. In such cases, set [CLAMP POSITION] to [LOCKED]. Normally, leave this setting at [AUTO].

5/∞

2/3

SET

5/∞

3 Use the 5/∞ buttons to select [CLAMP POSITION].

MENU		INPUT1
PICTURE SCREEN	SETUP	OPTION
POWER MANAGEMENT : OFF
CLAMP POSITION	: AUTO
SIGNAL FORMAT	: V G A

SET CHANGE

MENU EXIT

4Press the SET button to select [LOCKED].

The factory default setting is [AUTO].

Mode selection will change as follows each time the SET button is pressed:

3 AUTO

LOCKED 2

5When the setup is completed, press the MENU button to exit the menu screen.

Main unit operating	Remote control unit
panel

1 Press the MENU button to display the menu

screen.
MENU				INPUT1
PICTURE	SCREEN		SETUP	OPTION
CONTRAST		:	0
BRIGHTNESS		:	0
R.LEVEL		:	0
G.LEVEL		:	0
B.LEVEL		:	0
H.ENHANCE		:	0
V.ENHANCE		:	0
PICTURE RESET
SET	ENTER		MENU	EXIT

Notes

÷The [CLAMP POSITION] setting is supported only for INPUT1.

÷When making this setting, be sure to confirm the signal output of the component used. For details, consult the component’s Operating Instructions.

2 Use the 2/3 buttons to select [SETUP].

MENU		INPUT1
PICTURE SCREEN	SETUP	OPTION
POWER MANAGEMENT : OFF
CLAMP POSITION	: AUTO
SIGNAL FORMAT	: V GA

SET

CHANGE

EXIT

Operation

Selecting input source

This section explains the basic operation of this unit. Outlined on the following pages is how to turn the main power on and off, put this unit in the operation or standby mode and how to select connected components.

Before you begin, make sure you have:

•Made connections between this unit and personal computer as described in the section “Installation and Connections” starting on page 10.

•Set up the on-screen menu to input signals from components connected to INPUT1 and INPUT2 as described in the section “System Settings” starting on page 16.

If no connections are made to these terminals, on-screen setup is not necessary.

STANDBY/
ON	STANDBY/
	ON

INPUT

VOLUME

[+/–]

VOLUME [+/–]

Main unit operating	Remote control unit
panel

1Set the rear panel MAIN POWER switch to ON.

The STANDBY indicator on the front panel will light red.

2Press the STANDBY/ON button to turn the power ON.

The ON indicator on the front panel will light green.

3Press the INPUT button on the remote control unit or the main unit to select the input.

Input changes each time the main unit’s INPUT button is pressed as follows:

3INPUT1 INPUT2 2

•When the menu screen is displayed, changing the signal input will cause the menu screen to turn off.

•If the input computer signal is not supported by the display, the following message will be displayed:

INPUT1

CAUTION

UNSUPPORTED SIGNAL

f H :	8 6 .	7	k H z
f V :	8 8 .	5	H z
1 1	5 2 X 8 6		4

FULL

INPUT1

CAUTION

OUT OF RANGE

f H : 7 5 .	7 k H z
f V : 1 2 0 .	0 H z
– – – –

FULL

4Use VOLUME (+/–) buttons on the remote control unit or the main unit to adjust the sound volume.

If no audio connections are made to this unit, this step is not necessary.

5When viewing is finished, press the STANDBY/ON button to put the unit in standby mode.

6Set the rear panel MAIN POWER switch to OFF.

The STANDBY indicator may continue to light for a short while even after the main power is turned off. This is a result of residual electric load impressed on the circuitry, and the light will turn off presently.

Note

Please do not leave the same picture displayed on the screen for a long time. Doing so may cause a phenomenon known as “screen burn” which leaves a ghost, or residual, image of the picture on the screen.

English

Operation

English

Operation

Adjusting sound volume

Confirming current status

Operation

VOLUME [+/–]

Remote control unit

Main unit operating panel

Press the VOLUME buttons.

Press the [–] or [+] button to respectively decrease and increase the volume of sound from the speakers.

VOLUME : 5

Muting the sound

MUTING

Press the MUTING button on the remote control unit.

Press the MUTING button again to restore the sound. Muting is automatically canceled about 8 minutes after the button is pressed, and the volume level is adjusted to the minimum level.

Press VOLUME + or VOLUME – to adjust the volume at a desired level.

DISPLAY

Main unit operating panel

Remote control unit

Press the DISPLAY button.

The currently selected input, screen size and refresh rates will be displayed for about 3 seconds.

INPUT1

f H :	3 1 .	5	k H z
f V :	6 0 .	0	H z
6 4 0 X 4 8			0

DOT BY D OT

Notes

¶The displayed refresh rates may be slightly different from actual values.

¶When using the Point zoom function (page 22) or Multiscreen function (page 23), the position and input information for the enlarged screen area will be displayed.

¶When the screen management function is active, the [SCREEN MGT.] message will also be displayed at the lower left corner of the screen.

Operation

Changing screen size

This unit incorporates screen modes of various height and width ratios. For optimal viewing, we recommend that you select the screen mode that best matches the video source that you are viewing. Although these modes are designed for full display of a picture on a wide screen, it is our hope that you make use of them with a full understanding of the manufacturer’s intentions.

Screen size selection

The size of the image displayed on the screen, and the range of the image shown can be set in one of four modes.

Press the SCREEN SIZE button to select the size.

SCREEN

SIZE

Remote control unit

SCREEN SIZE

Main unit operating panel

The screen size changes each time the SCREEN SIZE button is pressed as follows.

[PDP-50MXE10/PDP-50MXE11/PDP-50MXE1/ PDP-50MXE1-S]

3 DOT BY DOT

3 PARTIAL

FULL 2

4:3

FULL 2

4:3 2

[PDP-43MXE1/PDP-43MXE1-S]

3 DOT BY DOT

3 4:3

3 ZOOM

FULL 2

4:3 2

Consult the Computer signal compatibility table (pages 38 to 41) for information regarding screen sizes supported by each signal format.

Notes

÷When the [PARTIAL], [ZOOM] or [FULL] setting is used to display a non-wide screen 4:3 picture fully on a wide screen, a portion of the picture may be cut off or appear deformed.

÷Be aware that when the display is used for commercial or public viewing purposes, selecting the [PARTIAL], [ZOOM] or [FULL] mode settings may violate the rights of authors protected under copyright law.

÷When [DOT BY DOT] or [4:3] screen size is selected, the display position is moved slightly each time the power is turned on, in order to prevent image burning.

During personal computer signal input

1 DOT BY DOT

The input signal and the screen maintain a dot to line ratio of 1:1 and is thus highly faithful to the source.

[PDP-50MXE10/PDP-50MXE11/PDP-50MXE1/ PDP-50MXE1-S]


A
A	480 lines
	480 lines

		768 lines

640 dots

1280 dots (Illustration shows 640 x 480 input.)

[PDP-43MXE1/PDP-43MXE1-S]

*The PDP-43MXE1/PDP-43MXE1-S is designed with horizontally oblong elements, with the result that the image displayed will appear more oblong than the original input signal.


A
A	480 lines
	480 lines


		768 lines

640 dots

1024 dots

(Illustration shows 640 x 480 input.)

2 4:3

The display fills the screen as much as possible without altering the aspect ratio of the input signal.

3 FULL

The display is presented with a widescreen aspect ratio of 16:9 and fills the entire screen.

English

Operation

English

Operation

4 PARTIAL (*Supported only on PDP-50MXE10/PDP-

50MXE11/PDP-50MXE1/PDP-50MXE1-S)

The [PARTIAL] setting is available only during personal computer input (1280 x 1024 input only).

The input signal and the screen maintain a dot to line ratio of 1:1. Display is highly faithful to the source. However, in order to maintain the 1:1 ratio, a portion of the display will not appear on the screen.

768 lines

1024 lines

Use the 5/∞ buttons to adjust the vertical position of the video image on the screen.

5 ZOOM (*Supported only on PDP-43MXE1/PDP-

43MXE1-S)

The [ZOOM] setting is available only during personal computer input (1280 x 1024 input only).

A portion of the display will not appear on the screen.

768 lines

1024 lines

Use the 5/∞ buttons to adjust the vertical position of the video image on the screen.

Moving the screen position upward or downward

Press the 5/∞ buttons.

When playing a [PARTIAL] or [ZOOM] image (1280 x 1024 input only) from a computer, the vertical position of the screen image can be adjusted. This adjusted position cannot, however, be stored in memory.

Note

The image cannot be moved in the horizontal direction.

Enlarging one part of the screen (POINT ZOOM)

This plasma display allows enlarging of the screen image by ratios of [x 1.5], [x 2], and [x 3]. When enlarging the screen, the 5/∞/2/3 buttons can be used to move the enlarged viewing area around the screen.

¶The range of zoom possible can be confirmed by viewing the Zoom-Area subscreen at the upper right of the main screen. The Zoom-Area subscreen is displayed for about three seconds whenever the POINT ZOOM button, one of the 5/∞/2/3 buttons, or DISPLAY button is pressed.

DISPLAY

POINT

ZOOM

5/∞/2/3

1 Press the remote control unit’s POINT ZOOM

button.
x 1.5	66.0
24		R12
		22.1
	10SCROLL	P.ZOOM	ZOOM

Zoom-Area subscreen

Each time the POINT ZOOM button is pressed, the zoom ratio alternates in the following order:

3 OFF

3 x 1.5

3 x 2

3 x 3

Notes

¶During use of the POINT ZOOM function, the screen size cannot be changed.

¶When using the plasma display in a profit-making activity, or when exhibiting images publicly, using the screen size function to compress or stretch the image may result in infringement of the copyrights of the image owners.

Operation

2Using the 5/∞/2/3 buttons, move the screen to the desired part of the image.

x 1.5
24	R12
	22.1
			10	50
	SCROLL	P.ZOOM	ZOOM
84.3	10

÷Pressing the POINT ZOOM and 5/∞/2/3 buttons again will change the zoom ratio and the position of screen enlarged.

÷If the input signal changes, or if the menu screen is displayed and the input is changed, or if the multiscreen mode is selected, the POINT ZOOM function will be canceled.

Multiscreen display

The plasma display’s multiscreen function allows the simultaneous display of two inputs. The multiscreen display include three modes, 2-SCREEN, PinP, and PoutP.

DISPLAY

12-SCREEN

The main screen is displayed on the left and the subscreen on the right.

	66.0
24	R12
	22.1
	10

2PinP

The subscreen is displayed in one of the four corners of the main screen.

	66.0
24	R12
	22.1
	10

3PoutP

The subscreen is displayed outside the right side of the main screen.

	66.0
24	R12
	22.1
	10

English

Operation

SPLIT PIP SHIFT

SUB INPUT

SWAP

1Press the remote control unit’s SPLIT button.

Each time the button is pressed the multiscreen display changes in the following order:

3 2-SCREEN	3 PinP	3 PoutP	3 OFF
3 2-SCREEN	3 PinP	3 PoutP	3 OFF

2Press the remote control unit’s SUB INPUT button to select the subscreen input source.

To exchange the main screen and subscreen inputs

Press the remote control unit’s SWAP button.

¶When 2-SCREEN mode has been selected:

The right and left sides of the display will switch; what was previously the main screen will now show the subscreen, and vice versa.

¶When PinP or PoutP has been selected:

What was previously the main screen image will now

appear in reduced size as the subscreen image, and	23
vice versa.

English

Operation

To change the position of the subscreen in PinP mode:

Press the remote control unit’s PIP SHIFT.

Each time the button is pressed, the position of the subscreen moves in the following order:

To display the currently selected input:

Press the DISPLAY button.

If the DISPLAY button is pressed while in multiscreen mode, the main screen and sub-screen will each be displayed with its currently selected input.

Notes

¶If the multiscreen display is left on for an extended period of time, or if the same multiscreen display is repeatedly shown for short periods on an everyday basis, a residual image pattern may be burned onto the screen.

¶When selecting the 2-SCREEN mode, the screen image may appear somewhat rougher, depending on the source used.

¶The multiscreen mode will be canceled if a menu is opened, or if POINT ZOOM is performed.

¶The screen size cannot be changed during multiscreen display.

¶The sound of the input selected in the main screen is outputted when using the multiscreen function.

Automatic power-off (POWER MANAGEMENT)

This display is equipped with [POWER MANAGEMENT] function, which allows the unit to automatically switch to standby mode when no sync signal is detected.

(A warning message is displayed before this function operates.)

Note

Always turn off the plasma display’s main power switch when not using the display for extended periods of time.

INPUT

2/3

SET

Main unit operating	Remote control unit
panel

1 Press the MENU button to display the menu

screen.
MENU				INPUT1
PICTURE	SCREEN		SETUP	OPTION
CONTRAST		:	0
BRIGHTNESS		:	0
R.LEVEL		:	0
G.LEVEL		:	0
B.LEVEL		:	0
H.ENHANCE		:	0
V.ENHANCE		:	0
PICTURE RESET
SET	ENTER		MENU	EXIT

2 Use the 2/3 buttons to select [SETUP].

MENU		INPUT1
PICTURE SCREEN	SETUP	OPTION
POWER MANAGEMENT : OFF
CLAMP POSITION	: AUTO
SIGNAL FORMAT	: V GA

SET

CHANGE

EXIT

3Press the SET button to confirm selection of [POWER MANAGEMENT].

The factory default setting is [OFF].

Each time the button is pressed, the setting alternates

as follows:

3 OFF

ON 2

÷ OFF ..... The display will continue in operating mode, regardless of the presence/absence of an input sync signal.

÷ ON ....... If a sync signal is not detected, a warning message is first displayed for 8 seconds, after which the display automatically enters the standby mode (*1), and the ON indicator flashes green. If a sync signal is input again later, the plasma display automatically returns to normal operating mode (*2).

*1. Power consumption about 1W

*2. Except when input signal is G ON SYNC or

composite SYNC

4 When the setup is finished, press the MENU button to exit the menu screen.

Note

The [POWER MANAGEMENT] function must be set individually for each input (INPUT1 or INPUT2).

To return to operating mode:

To return to normal operation from the [POWER MANAGEMENT] function’s standby mode, either operate your computer, or press the INPUT button on the plasma display or remote control unit.

PICTURE/SCREEN Adjustment

PICTURE adjustment

5/∞

2/3

SET

5/∞

Main unit operating	Remote control unit
panel

1 Press the MENU button to display the menu

screen.
MENU				INPUT1
PICTURE	SCREEN		SETUP	OPTION
CONTRAST		:	0
BRIGHTNESS		:	0
R.LEVEL		:	0
G.LEVEL		:	0
B.LEVEL		:	0
H.ENHANCE		:	0
V.ENHANCE		:	0
PICTURE RESET
SET	ENTER		MENU	EXIT

2Use the 5/∞ buttons to select the adjustment item, then press the SET button.

MENU				INPUT1
PICTURE	SCREEN		SETUP	OPTION
CONTRAST		:	0
BRIGHTNESS		:	0
R.LEVEL		:	0
G.LEVEL		:	0
B.LEVEL		:	0
H.ENHANCE		:	0
V.ENHANCE		:	0
PICTURE RESET
SET	ENTER		MENU	EXIT

3Use the 2/3 buttons to adjust the picture quality as desired.

4Press the SET button.

Pressing the SET button writes the value into the memory and returns the display to the step 2 screen.

5When the setup is finished, press the MENU button to exit the menu screen.

Note

Make these adjustments for each input (INPUT1 or INPUT2) and signals.

[PICTURE] mode adjustment items

Below are brief descriptions of the options that can be set in the [PICTURE] mode.

CONTRAST ············· Adjust according to the surrounding brightness so that the picture can be seen clearly.

BRIGHTNESS ·········· Adjust so that the dark parts of the picture can be seen clearly.

R. LEVEL ················· Adjust the amount of red in the picture.

G. LEVEL ················· Adjust the amount of green in the picture.

B. LEVEL ················· Adjust the amount of blue in the picture.

H. ENHANCE··········· Sharpens the image in the horizontal direction.

V. ENHANCE ··········· Sharpens the image in the vertical direction.

To reset [PICTURE] mode settings to the default

1In step 2 in the previous procedure, use the 5/∞ buttons to select [PICTURE RESET], then press the SET button.

PICTURE RESET

	YES		NO


	SET		EXIT
SET	SET	MENU	EXIT

2Use the 2/3 buttons to select [YES], and press the SET button.

All [PICTURE] mode settings are returned to the factory set default.

English

PICTURE/SCREEN Adjustment

English

PICTURE/SCREEN Adjustment

Adjusting screen POSITION, CLOCK, and PHASE <automatic adjust>

By pressing the AUTO SET UP button on either remote control unit or the plasma display’s operating panel (or by selecting [AUTO SET UP MODE] from the menu), the unit will automatically set the screen position and clock to best match the current image input.

Note

This setting is supported only when INPUT1 is selected. The function is disabled when INPUT2 is selected.

When the button is pressed, the optimum settings are automatically selected for the current input source.

AUTO

SET UP

Remote control unit

AUTO SET UP

Main unit operating panel

Press the AUTO SET UP button on either the main unit or remote control unit.

AUTO SET UP

When the automatic setup mode is selected, the unit will automatically be adjusted to the optimum image settings whenever the power is turned on, the input source is changed, or the type of input signal is changed.

5/∞

2/3

SET

5/∞

Main unit operating	Remote control unit
panel

1 Press the MENU button to display the menu

screen.
MENU				INPUT1
PICTURE	SCREEN		SETUP	OPTION
CONTRAST		:	0
BRIGHTNESS		:	0
R.LEVEL		:	0
G.LEVEL		:	0
B.LEVEL		:	0
H.ENHANCE		:	0
V.ENHANCE		:	0
PICTURE RESET
SET	ENTER		MENU	EXIT

2 Use the 2/3 buttons to select [OPTION].

MENU			INPUT1
PICTURE	SCREEN	SETUP	OPTION
LANGUAGE			: ENGLISH
ENERGY SAVE			: STANDARD
SCREEN MGT.			: OFF
ORBITER			: OFF
MASK CONTROL			: ON
AUTO SET UP MODE			: INACTIVE
AUTO FUNCTION			: OFF
AUDIO OUT			: FIXED
SET	ENTER	MENU	EXIT

Note

Optimum settings may not be possible for low-luminance and certain other signals. In such cases, set the [AUTO SET UP MODE] to [INACTIVE], and use the manual adjustment methods explained in the following section, “Adjusting screen POSITION, CLOCK, and PHASE <manual adjust>“.

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