This symbol indicates “dangerous
voltage” inside the product that
presents a risk of electric shock
or personal injury.
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE
COVER (OR BACK). NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
Precautions
Please read this manual carefully before using your Monitor and
keep the manual handy for future reference.
WARNING
TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARDS, DO NOT
EXPOSE THIS UNIT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. ALSO DO
NOT USE THIS UNIT’S PLUG WITH AN EXTENSION
CORD RECEPTACLE OR OTHER OUTLETS, UNLESS ALL
PRONGS CAN BE FULLY INSERTED. REFRAIN FROM
OPENING THE CABINET AS THERE ARE HIGH-VOLTAGE
COMPONENTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED
SERVICE PERSONNEL.
Industry Canada Compliance Notice
This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the
Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment Regulations.
Declaration of Conformity
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is
subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not
cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any
interference received, including interference that may cause
undesired operation.
Product: Cinema Screen Display
Equipment Classification: Class B Computer Peripheral
Model: PHD50300
We hereby declare that the equipment specified above conforms to
the technical standards as specified in the FCC rules.
Thomson multimedia Inc.
10330 N. Meridian St.
Indianapolis, IN 46290
Phone: 1-800-433-8974
Cable TV Installer: This reminder is provided to call your
attention to Article 820-40 of the National Electrical Code (Section
54 of the Canadian Electrical Code, Part 1) which provides
guidelines for proper grounding and, in particular, specifies that
the cable ground shall be connected to the grounding system of
the building as close to the point of cable entry as practical.
This symbol indicates
important instructions
accompanying the product.
FCC Information
•FCC Regulations state that unauthorized changes or
modifications to this equipment may void the user's authority
to operate it.
•This equipment has been type tested and found to comply
with the limits for a Class B Digital Device in accordance
with the specifications in Part 15 of the FCC rules. These
rules are designed to provide reasonable protection against
radio and television interference in a residential installation.
This equipment generates and can radiate radio frequency
and, if not installed and used in accordance with the
instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio
communications. However, there is no guarantee that
interference will not occur in a particular installation.
If this equipment does cause interference to the radio or
television reception (which you can determine by turning the
equipment off and on), try to correct the interference by one
or more of the following measures:
•Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna (that is,
the antenna for the radio or television that is
"receiving" the interference).
•Change the position of the monitor with respect to
the radio or television equipment that is receiving
the interference.
•Move the monitor away from the equipment
receiving the interference.
•Plug the monitor into a different wall outlet so the
receiver and the equipment are on different branch
circuits.
If these measures do not eliminate interference, please
consult your dealer or an experienced radio/television
technician for additional suggestions. Also, the Federal
Communications Commission has prepared a helpful
booklet, "How to Identify and Resolve Radio/TV Interference
Problems." This booklet is available from the U.S.
Government Printing Office, Washington D.C., 20402. Please
specify stock number 004-000-00345-4 when ordering copies.
Warnings and Safety Precautions
The 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 display panel consists of fine picture elements (cells).
Although the display panels are produced 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 in a closed cabinet or shelves.
The unit is equipped with cooling fans. If you install
the unit in an enclosure, be sure there is adequate
space at the top of the unit to allow hot air to rise and
escape.
If the monitor becomes too hot, the overheat protector
will be activated and the monitor will be turned off. If
this happens, turn off the power to the monitor and
un-plug 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 dealer for service.
2.Do not use the power cord plug with extension cords
or outlets unless all prongs can be completely inserted.
3.Do not expose unit to water or moisture.
4.Avoid damage to the power cord, and do not attempt
to modify the power cord.
5.Unplug unit during electrical storms or if unit will not
be used over a long period.
IMPORTANT TIPS: Caring for Your
Monitor
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
cause a fire hazard.
2.Handle the unit carefully when installing it.
3.Locate set away from heat, excessive dust, and direct
sunlight.
4.Protect the inside of the unit from liquids and small
metal objects. In case of accident, unplug the unit and
have it serviced by an authorized service center.
5.Do not hit or scratch the panel surface as this causes
flaws on the surface of the screen.
6.For correct installation and mounting it is strongly
recommended to use a trained, authorized dealer.
7.Like all phosphor-based display devices, monitors can
be susceptible to uneven phosphor aging under certain
circumstances. Certain operating conditions, such as
the continuous display of a static image over a
prolonged period of time, can result in uneven
phosphor aging if proper precautions are not taken. To
protect your investment in this monitor, please adhere
to the following guidelines and recommendations for
minimizing the occurrence of uneven phosphor aging:
•Always enable and use your computer’s screen saver
function during use with a computer input source.
•Display a moving image whenever possible.
•Always power down the monitor when you are
finished using it.
•If viewing with a 4/3 aspect ratio for long periods of
time, set side gray level at 3 or 4.
6.Do not open the unit which has potentially dangerous
high voltage components inside. If the unit is damaged
from opening the cabinet the warranty will be void.
Moreover, there is a serious risk of electric shock.
7.Do not attempt to service or repair the unit. Tmm is
not liable for any bodily harm or damage caused if
unqualified persons attempt service or open the back
cover. Refer all service to authorized Service Centers.
If the monitor is in long term use or
continuous operation take the following
measures to reduce the likelihood of uneven
phosphor aging:
•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.
Contents
Safety Information ................................................................................... 1
Warnings and Safety Precautions ................................................................................... 2
IMPORTANT TIPS: Caring for Your Monitor ................................................................... 2
Getting Started ......................................................................................... 5
Contents of the Package ..................................................................................................6
Part Names and Functions – Front View .........................................................................7
Part Names and Functions – Back View .......................................................................... 8
Index ................................................................................................................................ 57
Chapter 1
Connections and Setup
Chapter Overview:
•Contents of the Package
•Part Names and Functions
•Battery Installation
•Connections
•A Quick Tour of the Remote Control
Connections and Setup
Contents of the Package
Cinema Screen monitor
Power cord
Ferrite cores
RGB cable (Mini D-Sub 15-pin to Mini D-Sub 15- pin connector)
Remote control unit with two AA batteries
User’s manual
It is highly recommended that you have your monitor installed by a professional. If you are installing
the monitor yourself, refer to the Reference section.
NOTE: If you are planning on attaching the floor stand to your monitor (and not the optional wall mount unit) you may
want to use the safety metal fittings (provided) to give your monitor extra stability.
The safety metal fittings attach to the back of the screen and can then be used to secure the monitor to the wall with strong wire.
Contact your trained, authorized dealer for professional installation.
In order to conform to mandatory FCC standards, you must attach the supplied ferrite cores to both ends of the power
cable (see below).
If you are connecting a computer to the monitor, you must attach the ferrite cores to both ends of the DVI cable to meet
FCC standards.
Attaching the ferrite cores
Set the ferrite cores on the both ends of the DVI cable (supplied), and one end of the power cable (supplied). Close the lid
tightly until the clamps click. Use the band (supplied) to secure the ferrite core.
DVI cable
(not supplied)
core (small)
band
band
core (small)
connector
power cable (supplied)
band
(monitor side)
core (large)
6Chapter 1
Connections and Setup
Part Names and Functions – Front View
VOLUME
MENU• OK DOWN UP LEFT/- RIGHT/+ INPUT • GO BACK
V
M
ENU
• OK D
1
OWN
OLUME
U
2
P
L
EFT
/- R
IGHT
/+I
3
1.MENU•OK – If no menu is displayed, brings up the
menu. If a menu is displayed, press to select a
highlighted option.
2.VOLUME – Adjusts the volume. When an on-screen
menu is being displayed, moves highlight up and down
(▲ and ▼).
3.LEFT/- AND RIGHT/- – When Zoom mode is on (press OK
on the remote to turn ZOOM on and bring up the
zoom icon) press Right/+ to enlarge the image or Left/to reduce the image.
When a menu is being displayed, used to navigate
through menu ( and ).
POWER • STANDBY
P
OWER
• S
NPUT
• GO B
4
ACK
TANDBY
5
6
4.INPUT • GO BACK – Switches the input, in the following
order:
*Note: You can set up CMPNT1 or RGB2, but not both.
When an on-screen menu is being displayed, returns
you to the previous menu.
5.POWER/STANDBY indicator – When the power is on,
the light is green. When the power is in Standby
Mode, the light is red.
7.BNC SELECT –
RGB2: Inputs the analog RGB signal.
CMPNT2: Connect DVDs, Laserdiscs, etc. here.
8.RGB3 (DVI 29pin) – Inputs a digital RGB signal.
9.CONTROL LOCK – When CONTROL LOCK is in the ON position, the buttons on the
monitor’s control panel don’t function.
10. REMOTE CONTROL – This jack is for connecting a wired remote, which is primarily for
commercial applications. The remote included with your monitor is wireless and doesn’t
require connection to the monitor.
11. EXTERNAL CONTROL – This terminal is used when the monitor is controlled by external
equipment.
VIDEO 1
VIDEO 2
VIDEO 3
VIDEO INPUTS
L
(MONO)
R
AUDIO 1
Y
C
B
CMPNT 1
C
R
L
(MONO)
R
AUDIO 2
RGB 1
HD MONITOR IN
R
2
G
/CMPNT
2
B
H-SYNC
V-SYNC
BNC SELECT:/RGB
L
(MONO)
R
AUDIO 3
RGB 3
DIGITAL RGB
CONTROL
LOCK
on off
REMOTE
CONTROL
EXTERNAL
CONTROL
3
Y
P
B
P
R
5
6
4
C
R
P
R
Y
Y
C
P
B
B
7
8
9
10
11
8Chapter 1
Connections and Setup
Battery Installation
•Remove the battery compartment cover from the back of the remote
control.
•Insert batteries. Make sure the polarities (+ and -) are aligned
correctly.
•Replace cover.
Connecting an HD Receiver
Installing the batteries
The Back of the HD Receiver
ACCESS CARD
SATELLITE
IN
DIGITAL AUDIO
OUTPUT
PHONE JACK
RCA and PROSCAN HD (high definition) receivers come equipped with an
RGB output jack for optimum quality. Using the RGB cable provided,
connect the HD MONITOR OUT jack on the back of your HD receiver to
the RGB1 (HD MONITOR IN)/AUDIO1 IN jack on the back of the
monitor.
If your HD receiver does not have the type of jack pictured on the right,
connect your HD receiver using the component video jacks and RCA
cable.
For more information on HD receiver connections, see your HD receiver
user’s manual.
RGB cable
RRL
CONTROL
L
AUDIOVCR
VIDEO
OUT TO TV
S-VIDEO HD MONITOR OUT
ANTENNA B INANTENNA A
IN
HD MONITOR OUT jack
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Connections and Setup
RCA cables (audio/video cables) are sold as a bundled set.
Connecting Your VCR Or Laserdisc
Player
Use common RCA cables (not provided) to connect your VCR or laserdisc
player to your monitor. To connect your VCR or Laserdisc player:
1.Turn off the power to the 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 the monitor.
3.Use standard RCA cables to connect the audio from your VCR or
laser disc player to AUDIO2 input jacks on the 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.
4.Turn on the monitor and the VCR or laser disc player.
NOTE: Refer to your VCR or laser disc player user’s manual for more
information about your equipment’s video output requirements.
To connect your monitor to a DVD player:
1.Turn off the power to the monitor and DVD player.
2.Use a standard video cables to connect your DVD player to the CMNT1 input on the monitor,
or use the DVD player’s S-Video output. (Use a standard S-Video cable to connect to the SVideo input on the monitor.)
3.Turn on the monitor and the DVD player.
Connecting Your DVD Player
Connecting a Personal Computer
If you have a computer with digital RGB output, connect it to the RGB3 jack on the monitor.
For IBM VGA (or compatible) or Macintosh (or compatible) connect to the RGB1 jack on the
monitor.
10Chapter 1
Connections and Setup
Connecting Components to the Monitor
VIDEO 1
VIDEO 2
VIDEO 3
VIDEO INPUTS
VIDEO INPUTS
AUDIO 1
CMPNT 1
AUDIO 2
HD MONITOR IN
BNC SELECT:/RGB2/CMPNT2
AUDIO 3
on off
VIDEO 1
VIDEO 2
VIDEO 3
L
R
Y
C
C
L
R
RGB 1
R
G
B
H-SYNC
V-SYNC
L
R
RGB 3
DIGITAL RGB
CONTROL
LOCK
REMOTE
CONTROL
EXTERNAL
CONTROL
L(MONO)
R
AUDIO 1
Y
Y
C
P
B
B
CMPNT 1
C
R
P
R
L(MONO)
R
AUDIO 2
(MONO)
Y
P
B
B
R
P
R
(MONO)
C
R
P
R
Y
Y
C
P
B
B
(MONO)
RGB 1
HD MONITOR IN
R
2
/CMPNT
2
C
G
Y
B
C
R
P
R
Y
P
B
B
Signal cable (supplied)
To Mini D-Sub 15 pin connector on the
PlasmaSync 4210W
VCR or Laser Disc Player
DVD Player
IBM VGA or Compatibles
H-SYNC
V-SYNC
BNC SELECT:/RGB
Macintosh or Compatibles
Monitor adapter for Macintosh
AUDIO 3
L(MONO)
R
RGB 3
DIGITAL RGB
Personal computer with a digital RGB output
CONTROL
LOCK
on off
REMOTE
CONTROL
EXTERNAL
CONTROL
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Connections and Setup
+
LEFT
-
-
RIGHT
+
VIDEO INPUTS
AUDIO 1
CMPNT 1
AUDIO 2
HD MONITOR IN
2
/CMPNT
2
BNC SELECT:/RGB
AUDIO 3
on off
Y
C
C
VIDEO 1
VIDEO 2
VIDEO 3
L
(MONO)
R
B
R
L
(MONO)
R
RGB 1
R
G
B
H-SYNC
V-SYNC
L
(MONO)
R
RGB 3
DIGITAL RGB
CONTROL
LOCK
REMOTE
CONTROL
EXTERNAL
CONTROL
Y
P
B
P
R
C
R
P
R
Y
Y
C
P
B
B
Connecting External Speakers* to the Monitor
The monitor doesn’t have internal speakers, so in order to get sound you must connect external speakers. External speakers
can reproduce sound from VIDEO 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 monitor and all connected components before connecting external speakers. Use only speakers
with 6 to 8-ohm impedance and a power output rating of 7 watts or more.
To connect external speakers directly to the monitor:
1.Strip the ends of the speaker wires.
2.Press down the tabs below the speaker terminals and 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+.
*Not included
12Chapter 1
VCR1
ON•OFF
MONITOR
Connections and Setup
A Quick Tour of the Remote Control
In alphabetical order
1
4
7
DVD
MUTE
SLEEP
GUIDE
MENU
INPUT
RECORD
VCR2
O
Z
L
O
V
Z
O
Z
2
5
8
0
HD RCVR
AUX
WHO•MULTI
M
O
I
N
H
+
C
V
O
L
C
–
H
T
U
O
O
M
GO BACK
INFO
OK
O
O
M
CLEAR
3
6
9
ANTENNA
PLAY FORWARDREVERSE
STOPPAUSE
ANTENNA When the remote is in HD RCVR mode, switches the HD
receiver between Antenna A and Antenna B.
Arrows Use the arrows to navigate through the menu screens and moves
the Zoom pointer in Zoom mode.
AUX (auxiliary) You can program this button to control any one of the
following: a cable box; most GE, RCA, and PROSCAN audio components;
a laserdisc player; a VCR; or a satellite receiver. Press this button to
operate the component you’ve programmed to work with the AUX button.
CH+/CH– Changes channels on the HD receiver when the remote is in
HD receiver mode. When the Zoom mode is active, zooms in (CH+) or
out (CH-).
CINEMA Press to select one of four screen sizes to suit the type of input
you’re watching.
NOTE: When watching the HD receiver, screen size is controlled
through the HD receiver menu system.
CLEAR Clears on-screen displays and returns you to normal viewing.
CMPNT Toggles between CMPNT1 and CMPNT2 inputs.
GO BACK In HD receiver mode, returns you to the previous channel.
When in the menu system, returns you to the previous menu.
GUIDE In HD receiver mode, brings up the on-screen program guide.
INFO Brings up channel information.
RGB
CINEMA
CMPNT VIDEO
SOURCE
INPUT Changes the video input.
MENU Brings up the on-screen menu.
MONITOR Turns the power to the monitor on and puts the remote in
u n i v e r s a l
Monitor mode so you are able to control the monitor.
MUTE Reduces sound to an inaudible level.
Numbers Use the number keys to make numerical entries.
OK/ZOOM When in Monitor mode (press the MONITOR button) and
using on-screen menus, press OK to select a highlighted menu function.
When there are no on-screen menus displayed, press OK to bring up the
zoom pointer. Using the arrow buttons, position pointer on the part of the
screen you want to zoom on, then use the CH+/- buttons to zoom in/out.
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Connections and Setup
ON•OFF
VCR1
MONITOR
ON•OFF Toggles power on and off for the components that you have
programmed. For example, if you are in VCR mode, turns VCR on and
off.
4
7
1
DVD
MUTE
SLEEP
GUIDE
MENU
INPUT
VCR2
AUX
HD RCVR
REVERSE, PLAY, FORWARD, STOP, PAUSE, RECORD (transport keys)
Use with components programmed to work with your remote control
(VCR, DVD player, audio components).
WHO•MULTI
M
O
I
N
O
Z
H
+
C
L
O
V
Z
O
O
OK
V
O
L
C
–
H
T
U
O
M
GO BACK
INFO
RGB Depending on how you set up the monitor, toggles between RGB1,
RGB2*, and RGB3.
*Note: You can set up CMPNT2 OR RGB2, but not both. If CMPNT2 is
set up, RGB2 will not appear when you use the RGB button.
SLEEP Brings up the sleep timer, which is used to turn the monitor off
automatically after a set amount of time.
VCR1, VCR2, DVD, HD RCVR, MONITOR These are the component
buttons used to put the remote control into the correct mode to operate
Z
O
O
M
that particular component. The correct video source must first be selected
(VIDEO or RGB) or Autotuning must be set up.
CLEAR
2
3
VOL</VOL> Adjusts the volume.
VIDEO Selects whatever component is hooked up to the video source
5
8
0
6
9
ANTENNA
inputs.
WHO•MULTI When in Monitor mode, activates the multi-screen feature.
The Multi-screen feature allows you to select a screen mode for viewing a
single picture, side-by-side pictures, or picture-in-picture (PIP). Brings up
PLAY FORWARDREVERSE
personal viewer profiles for some components.
RECORD
CINEMA
STOPPAUSE
RGB
CMPNT VIDEO
ZOOM IN When in zoom mode (press the MONITOR button an then
the OK button to access zoom mode) enlarges the picture. When in zoom
mode, use the arrow buttons to pan and scan the entire picture.
ZOOM OUT When in zoom mode (press the MONITOR button an then
SOURCE
the OK button to access zoom mode) decreases the magnification of the
picture. If picture is distorted, zoom out to restore to normal.
u n i v e r s a l
14Chapter 1
Installing the batteries
Connections and Setup
Using Your Remote Control
Inserting Batteries
1.Remove the battery compartment cover from the remote control.
2.Insert batteries (included) as shown on the diagram inside the battery
compartment.
3.Replace the battery compartment cover.
Use your remote control from a distance of about 7m/23 feet from the
monitor’s remote control sensor and at a horizontal angle of within 30°.
The remote operates on line of sight, so if there is anything blocking the
path between the remote and the remote control sensor on the front of
the monitor, the remote may not work.
•Don’t expose the remote control sensor on the front of the monitor
to direct sunlight or strong artificial light.
•Don’t get the remote control wet.
•Avoid heat and humidity.
INPUT SELECT
•When not using the remote for a long period of time, remove the
batteries.
Programming the Remote
The universal remote control that came with your monitor is already
programmed to operate most RCA, GE, and PROSCAN VCRs, DVD
players, laserdisc players, and satellite receivers. This remote is also
capable of operating many other brands of remote-controllable electronic
components, but you must program it to do so.
Find Out If You Need to Program the Remote
POWER STANDBY
Approx.
30°30°
ON OFF
VCR1
MONITOR
SAT CABLE
DVD
VCR2
AUX
WHOMUTE
+
H
C
V
L
O
O
L
V
C
H
-
Z
Z
Z
SLEEP
GO BACK
INFO
GUIDE
OK
MENU
CLEAR
3
2
1
4
5
6
8
9
7
INPUT
ANTENNA
0
PLAY FORWARDREVERSE
STOP PAUSE
RECORD
Y u v
CINEMA
VGA
VIDEO
SOURCE
7m/23 ft.
VOLUME
To determine whether the universal remote needs to be programmed,
turn on one of your components, such as a VCR. Point the remote control
at the component and press the component button (for example, the VCR
button). Now press the ON•OFF button on the remote. If the component
doesn’t turn off, you need to program the remote control in order for it to
operate that component.
Chapter 115
Connections and Setup
How to Program the Remote
There are two ways to program the remote control: automatic code search and direct entry.
Using Automatic Code Search
1.Turn on the component you want the remote to operate (VCR, HD
ON•OFF
VCR
DVD
1
VCR
2
AUX
MONITOR
HD RCVR
Component Buttons
These are the buttons you program to operate another
component.
receiver, etc.)
2.Press and hold the component button that corresponds to the
component you want the remote to operate (VCR, HD receiver, etc.).
While you hold down the component button, press and hold
ON•OFF (when the red light on the remote turns on, release both
buttons).
Note: Automatic Code Search can’t be used with the AUX button.
3.Press PLAY (the red light on the remote starts flashing).
The remote is searching the first set of component codes (there are
several sets of codes). If the component you want to operate doesn’t
turn off automatically after 5 seconds, press PLAY again (the red light
starts flashing again as the remote searches through the next set of
codes).
Continue pressing PLAY until the component turns off.
NOTE: If the component doesn’t turn off after you’ve pressed the PLAY
button 20 times, the component can’t be programmed.
4.Press REVERSE and wait 2 seconds. Repeat this step until the
component turns back on.
5.To finish, press and hold the STOP button until the red light on the
remote turns off.
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Connections and Setup
Using Direct Entry
1.Turn on the component you want the remote to operate (the red light on the remote turns
on).
2.Look up the brand and code number(s) for the component on the code list on the following
pages.
3.Press and hold the component button that corresponds to the component you want the remote
to operate (VCR, RCA DVD, etc.).
4.Enter the code from the code list. When you begin entering numbers, the red light on the
remote turns off. When the last number is entered, the red light turns back on. If the incorrect
code is entered, the red light will flash.
5.Release the component button. The red light on the remote turns off.
6.Press ON•OFF to see if the component responds to the remote commands. If it doesn’t, try
pressing the component button and then ON•OFF again.
6.If you get no response, repeat these steps using the next code listed for your brand, until the
component responds to the remote commands.
How To Use the Remote Control After You’ve Programmed It
Once the remote control has been programmed successfully, you’re ready to use it to operate
other components.
1.Press one of the video source buttons to select a component (VIDEO or RGB) to operate.
2.Press the component button (MONITOR, VCR, DVD, AUX, or HD RCVR) to use the Transport
buttons (REVERSE, PLAY, FORWARD, STOP, PAUSE, and RECORD) to operate the component.
3.Press ON•OFF to turn the component on or off.
NOTE: If you keep pressing buttons and nothing happens, you may have the wrong video
source or wrong component selected. You must select the correct video source and the
component button that matches the component you want to operate.
1.Plug the power cord into an active AC power outlet.
2.Press the ON•OFF button on the remote control or the monitor button on the unit. The
monitor’s POWER/STANDBY indicator turns green when the monitor is on.
3.Press the ON•OFF button on the remote control or the unit to turn it off. 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 VOL > button (on the remote control or the unit) to increase to the desired
level.
2.Press and hold the VOL < button (on the remote control or the unit) to decrease to the
desired level.
Note: External speakers are required for sound.
Mute
Press the MUTE button on the remote control to reduce the sound to an inaudible level. Press
MUTE again to restore the sound.
Navigating the Menus
GUIDE
OK
Z
O
O
MENU
These are the buttons on the remote
you use to navigate through the
monitor’s on-screen menu system.
INFO
M
CLEAR
You can adjust monitor options through the monitor’s menu system. To
access the main menu, press the MENU button on the remote control or
MENU•OK on the front of the monitor.
There are a few things you need to know to navigate through the menu
system. The navigation buttons are the set of arrow-shaped buttons in
the middle of the remote (See illustration on left).
Use the ▲ and ▼ buttons on the remote to move the menu highlight up
and down.
Use the and buttons to move the highlight and change settings.
Press the GO BACK button on the remote to return to a previous menu.
You can return the monitor to the factory settings at any time by using
the RESET option in the FUNCTION menu. Remember, if you choose to
reset, ALL settings will return to the factory settings.
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The Menu System
The Multi-Screen Feature
The Multi-Screen feature is used to show either a single picture or two pictures on the screen at the
same time.
SINGLE – Displays a single picture on the screen.
SIDE BY SIDE – Displays two pictures from different input signals side-by-side.
PICTURE IN PICTURE – Displays two pictures from different input signals; one fills the screen and
one appears in a window on top of the other picture.
To use the Multi-Screen feature:
1.Press the WHO•MULTI button on the remote to select a mode.
2.If side-by-side mode or picture-in-picture mode has been selected, use the left/right arrow
buttons to position the subscreen as shown below.
Side-By-SidePicture-in-Picture
VIDEO1
VIDEO1
subscreen
VIDEO2
VIDEO2
Side-by-side 1:
VIDEO1 is the
active picture.
Side-by-side 2:
VIDEO1 is the
active picture.
VIDEO1
subscreen
main screen
main screen
VIDEO2
VIDEO2
VIDEO1
subscreen
3.The active picture (indicated in the above illustrations by the double box) is the picture that is
affected be remote actions and menu selections. To switch the active picture, press the OK
button. Press the OK button again to change back to the other picture.
Picture-in-picture
(window on the left):
VIDEO1 is the active
picture.
Picture-in-picture
(window on the right):
VIDEO1 is the active
picture.
Note: Changing the active picture doesn’t change the size or location of the pictures.
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Selecting the Input Signals to be displayed
To change the input signals displayed in multiscreen operations:
1.Press the MULTI button to activate the Multiscreen function. Press the
OK button to make the desired picture active.
2.Press the RGB, VIDEO or CMPNT button to change the input signal.
VIDEO1
VIDEO2
The INPUT•GO BACK button on the front of the monitor can also
be used to change input selection.
VIDEO1
The top screen shows VIDEO1 as the
active picture. The bottom screen shows
VIDEO2 as the active picture.
VIDEO2
On-Screen Menu Operation
To access the main menu, press the MENU button on the remote. The MAIN MENU is displayed on
the screen. The main menu contains a list of all the menus that control your monitor. To select a
menu, use the up/down arrow buttons on the remote to highlight the desired menu. When the
desired menu is highlighted, press the OK or MENU button to select.
Note: Different components use different types of input (RGB, video, etc). Some menu
options apply to only one type of input, so they only appear when they apply to the currently
active input. For example, the COLOR and TINT options in the PICTURE QUALITY menu only
appear when you are adjusting standard video input (VIDEO1, VIDEO2, VIDEO3).
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The Picture Quality Menu
Setting the Picture Mode with the PRESETS Option
The monitor has preset viewing modes that can be selected depending on your viewing
environment. Each preset mode has the contrast, brightness and sharpness adjusted for a specific
viewing situation.
•MEMORY – This mode allows you to set and save your own picture adjustments.
•SOFT – Use this mode when watching your Monitor in a dark room. Soft mode provides a
darker, finer picture, like the screen in movie theaters. These settings are preset for you and
can’t be changed.
•BRIGHT – Use this mode when watching your monitor in a bright room. This mode provides a
picture with distinct differences between light and dark areas. These settings are preset for you
and can’t be changed.
•NORMAL – The factory default.
To change the picture mode:
MAIN MENU
PICTURE QUALITY
AUDIO
SCREEN
FUNCTION
OPTIONS
SETUP
AUTOTUNING SETUP
SEL.
This is the main menu with the PICTURE
QUALITY option highlighted. Press OK to
bring up the highlighted menu.
OK
EXIT
1.From the main menu, select PICTURE QUALITY. The PICTURE
QUALITY Menu will appear.
2.Highlight the PRESETS option and press the key on the remote to
select it. The PRESETS window appears.
3.Use the button on the remote to select the desired mode. The
mode switches as follows when the button is pressed:
Note: If you don’t push the button within 5 seconds, the current
selection is set and the previous screen reappears.
Once you’ve selected the desired mode, press OK or MENU. The picture
mode is now set and you are returned to the PICTURE QUALITY screen.
If you are using MEMORY mode, you can manually adjust the picture
settings (contrast, black level, and sharpness). You can continue adjusting
settings in the PICTURE QUALITY menu, return to the main menu, or
exit the menu system.
To return to the main menu, press the GO BACK button on the remote.
To exit the menu system, press CLEAR.
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The Menu System
Adjusting the Picture Settings in MEMORY Mode
In MEMORY mode, you can set and save the following picture adjustments:
CONTRAST – Changes the picture’s contrast (between light and dark).
BLACK LEVEL – Makes the picture lighter or darker.
SHARPNESS – Changes the picture’s sharpness.
COLOR – Changes color density (video input only).
TINT – Changes picture tint (video input only).
COLOR TEMP – Changes the color tone.
NOISE REDUCE – (noise reduction)– Removes extraneous information from the signal to make the picture clearer.
NOTE: Only the contrast and brightness can be adjusted when a computer signal is used.
Once you have selected MEMORY mode, you can adjust the picture settings. For example, to change the contrast setting:
PICTURE QUALITY
CONTRAST
BLACK LEVEL
SHARPNESS
COLOR
TINT
PRESETS
COLOR TEMP.
NOISE REDUCE
SEL.
This is the PICTURE QUALITY menu with the
PRESETS option highlighted.
R
: MEMORY
: NORMAL
: LOW
ADJ.
RETURN
1.Use the ▲ or ▼ button to highlight the CONTRAST option. Press the
button to select it. The CONTRAST window appears. Use and
buttons to adjust the contrast.
NOTE: If you don’t push the or button within 5 seconds, the
current setting is accepted and the previous screen reappears.
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2.Once the contrast is adjusted, press OK or MENU. The contrast is set
and you are returned to the PICTURE QUALITY menu.
3.Use the same procedure to adjust the black level and sharpness
settings.
4.When you are finished adjusting the picture settings, press GO BACK
to return to the main menu or press CLEAR to exit the menu system.
If the “CONTROL NOT AVAILABLE” message appears when you are
trying to change the picture settings, make sure the preset mode is set to
MEMORY. You can only change picture settings in MEMORY mode. The
other modes are pre-set and can’t be changed.
CONTRAST
This is the CONTRAST screen.
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COLOR TEMP .
This is the COLOR TEMP. screen with PRO as
the current selection.
: PRO
The Menu System
Setting the Color Temperature
The color temperature setting controls how warm (red) or cool (blue) your
picture is. The COLOR TEMP option has 4 settings:
Normal
Warm
Pro (lets you select settings individually)
Cool
For regular viewing, Normal, Warm or Cool is recommended. The PRO
setting is generally used only for professional applications. To change the
COLOR TEMP setting:
1.From the main menu, highlight and select the PICTURE QUALITY
menu.
WHITE BALANCE
GAIN
RED
GREEN
BLUE
BIAS
RED
GREEN
BLUE
SEL.
This is the WHITE BALANCE screen with the
RED GAIN option highlighted.
ADJ.
RETURN
2.Use the arrow buttons on the remote to highlight the COLOR TEMP
option. Press the button to select it. The COLOR TEMP screen
appears.
3.Use the and buttons to select the desired COLOR TEMP setting.
The settings switch as follows:
NOTE: If you don’t push the or button within 5 seconds, the
current setting is accepted and the previous screen reappears.
4. Once the desired color temp is selected, press OK or MENU. If you
choose the PRO setting, the WHITE BALANCE screen appears. It allows
individual setting of white and dark balance for each color (red, green
and blue).
GAINThis adjusts the color balance for light/bright colors.
BIASThis adjusts the color balance for dark colors.
To change the white balance GAIN setting:
1.Highlight the RED, GREEN or BLUE GAIN option and press the
button. The GAIN screen for that color appears.
2.Adjust the balance using the and keys.
NOTE: If you don’t push the or button within 5 seconds, the
current setting is accepted and the previous screen reappears.
RED
3.When you have the desired setting, press OK or MENU. The GAIN is
adjusted and you are returned to the WHITE BALANCE screen.
This is the R-GAIN (red gain) screen.
4.When you completed all the desired white balance adjustments,
Press the GO BACK button to return to the PICTURE menu. You can
continue adjusting picture settings, return to the main menu or press
CLEAR to exit the menu system.
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Reducing Noise in the Picture
Noise is a term used to describe extraneous bits of information in the signal that affect the
clearness of the picture. You can use the Noise Reduction (NOISE REDUCE) setting if your
reception is poor or when playing video tapes that have poor picture quality.
The NOISE REDUCE option has four settings, including OFF. The higher the setting, the stronger
the effect. The settings switch as follows when the button is pressed:
PICTURE QUALITY
CONTRAST
BLACK LEVEL
SHARPNESS
COLOR
TINT
PRESETS
COLOR TEMP.
NOISE REDUCE
SEL.
This is the PICTURE QUALITY menu with the
NOISE REDUCE (noise reduction) option
highlighted.
R
: MEMORY
: WARM
: HIGH
ADJ.
RETURN
To change the noise reduction setting:
1.From the PICTURE QUALITY menu, highlight the NOISE REDUCE
option, and select it by pressing the button. The NOISE REDUCE
SCREEN is displayed.
2.Use the and buttons to select the desired noise reduction
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setting.
NOTE: If you don’t push the or button within 5 seconds, the
current setting is accepted and the previous screen reappears.
3.When the desired setting is displayed, press OK to return to the
PICTURE QUALITY menu. You can continue adjusting picture
settings, return to the main menu, or press CLEAR to exit the menu
system.
NOISE REDUCE
This is the NOISE REDUCE (noise reduction)
screen.
: HIGH
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The Audio Menu
The AUDIO menu allows you to adjust the treble, bass and left/right balance of your external
speakers.
BASS – Changes the level of low frequency sound.
TREBLE – Changes the level of high frequency sound.
BALANCE – Changes the balance of the left and right speakers.
Menu Operations
To access the AUDIO menu:
AUDIO
BASS
TREBLE
ADJ.
L
RETURN
BALANCE
SEL.
This is the AUDIO menu with the BASS option
highlighted. Press the right arrow button to
select it.
1.From the main menu, highlight and select the AUDIO option. The
AUDIO menu is displayed.
2.Use the ▲ and ▼ arrow buttons on the remote to highlight an option
R
(for example, BASS).
3.Use the and buttons to adjust to the desired setting.
4.You can continue adjusting audio settings, press GO BACK to return
to the main menu, or press CLEAR to exit the menu system.
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The Screen Menu
The SCREEN menu allows you to set the monitor to automatically select
the correct mode for viewing a particular movie and to change the
positions of on-screen menus.
Selecting a Viewing Size
When viewing with a component other than your HD receiver*, you can
set the screen mode to one of four screen sizes to suit the type of input
you are watching. Select the screen mode with the CINEMA button on
the remote control. The screen sizes are as follows:
FILL expands in both vertical and horizontal directions while the correct
Fill
proportions are maintained. The picture is not distorted, just closer.
NORMAL displays a picture with a 4:3 aspect ratio (standard video).
Because this mode fills the screen vertically, but not horizontally, black
bars will appear on the right and left sides of the picture.
Note: If viewing with a 4:3 aspect ratio for long periods of time,
set side gray level at 3 or 4.
FULL expands the picture in the horizontal direction only. This option
corrects the aspect ratio of images that have been compressed or
horizontally “squeezed.”
Normal
Full
Stadium
STADIUM expands in both the horizontal and vertical directions, but
varies the amount of stretch depending on the picture – the center of the
picture is almost normal while the edges are considerably expanded.
This mode is intended for watching video with a 4:3 aspect ratio on a
wide screen.
Note: In Stadium mode, only the V-position and H-position are
displayed. You can’t change the height and width.
To change the viewing size:
1.Press the CINEMA button on the remote control.
2.The current viewing size will be displayed. Press the CINEMA button
again to switch to the next size. The size switches as follows:
*Note: When viewing with an HD receiver, use the receiver’s screen format
selections to set the proper ratio.
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Adjusting the Picture Position and Size
The SCREEN menu lets you adjust the position and size of the picture.
The first two options, V-POSITION and H-POSITION, adjust the placement of the picture on the
screen. For example, if the picture is too far to the left, you can use the H-POSITION to move it to
the right. To adjust the position of the picture on the screen:
SCREEN
MODE
V-POSITION
H-POSITION
V-HEIGHT
H-WIDTH
SEL.
The SCREEN menu with the MODE option
highlighted.
MODE
V-POSITION
H-POSITION
V-HEIGHT
H-WIDTH
AUTO PICTURE
FINE PICTURE
PICTURE ADJ.
: NORMAL
ADJ.
SCREEN
: FULL
: OFF
RETURN
1.From the main menu, highlight and select the SCREEN option. The
SCREEN menu is displayed.
2.Use the ▲ and ▼ buttons to select the mode you want to change.
3.When the desired mode is highlighted, press the button. The
selected mode screen will be displayed.
Use the arrow buttons to adjust the position of the picture.
NOTE: If you don’t push the an arrow button within 5 seconds, the
current setting is accepted and the previous screen reappears.
4.When you’ve adjusted to the desired setting, press the GO BACK
button on the remote to return to the SCREEN menu.
The V-HEIGHT and H-WIDTH options expand and contract the size of
the picture to fill the screen. For example, if the picture is slightly wider
than the screen, you can use the H-WIDTH option to shrink the picture
horizontally.
Note: These options are not available in STADIUM mode.
To adjust the screen size:
1.Select the desired option from the screen menu and press the
button. The selected mode window will be displayed.
2.Use the arrow buttons to adjust the size of the picture.
NOTE: If you don’t push an arrow button within 5 seconds, the
current setting is accepted and the previous screen reappears.
3.When you’ve adjusted to the desired setting, press OK to select and
return to the SCREEN menu.
SEL.
The AUTO PICTURE option only appears if you
have a computer connected.
ADJ.
RETURN
Auto Picture
The AUTO PICTURE function appears in the SCREEN menu only if you
have a computer connected to the monitor. When this feature is turned
on, it automatically adjusts flickering and striped patterns in a computer
image. If you want to adjust these manually:
1.Select the AUTO PICTURE option from the SCREEN menu. Press the
button to turn AUTO PICTURE off. When AUTO PICTURE is
turned off, the FINE PICTURE and PICTURE ADJ. options are
displayed beneath it.
2.Select an option and press the button. The screen for that option
will be displayed. Use the and buttons to adjust that option.
Press OK to return to the SCREEN menu.
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The Function Menu
The FUNCTION menu contains options that control on-screen displays (other than the menu
system) and how the picture is displayed.
FUNCTION
DISPLAY
MENU ADJUST
POWER SAVER
GRAY LEVEL
FILM MODE
RGB3 ADJ.
SCREEN SAVER
RESET
SEL.
DISPLAY
MENU ADJUST
POWER SAVER
GRAY LEVEL
FILM MODE
RGB3 ADJ.
SCREEN SAVER
RESET
SEL.
ADJ.
FUNCTION
ADJ.
: ON
:1
: OFF
:3
: ON
: 1
:ON
: 2
: OFF
:3
:ON
: 1
RETURN
RETURN
On-Screen Displays
On-screen displays (different than the menu system) appear by default to
give you information about an option you have selected. For example,
When you switch inputs the currently selected input name (for example,
CMPNT1) is displayed on the screen. To turn on-screen displays off:
1.From the main menu, highlight and select the FUNCTION option.
The FUNCTION menu is displayed.
2.Highlight and select the DISPLAY option. Use the button to toggle
on-screen displays on or off.
Note: Turning the DISPLAY option off does not affect on-screen
menus. Menus can’t be turned off.
3.You can continue setting options in the FUNCTION menu, press GO
BACK to return to the main menu, or press CLEAR to exit the menu
system.
Adjusting the Position of the Menu Display
The on-screen menus can de displayed in different positions on the
screen. There are a total of nine possible positions shown in the grid on
the right.
To adjust the position of the on-screen menus:
1.From the main menu, highlight and select the FUNCTION option.
The FUNCTION menu is displayed.
2.Highlight and select the MENU ADJUST option. Use the button to
scroll through the menu positions As you press the button, the
menu will move around to the different positions.
3.When you have the menu in the desired position you can press the
▲ or ▼ arrow to select another option in the FUNCTION menu,
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press GO BACK to return to the main menu, or press CLEAR to exit
the menu system.
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789
The number 2 position will display on-screen
menus in the top center of your screen.
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FUNCTION
DISPLAY
MENU ADJUST
POWER SAVER
GRAY LEVEL
FILM MODE
RGB3 ADJ.
SCREEN SAVER
RESET
SEL.
This is the FUNCTION menu with the POWER
SAVER option highlighted.
ADJ.
:ON
:1
: ON
:3
:ON
: 1
RETURN
Setting the POWER SAVER for Computer Images
The POWER SAVER function can be used when the signal source to the
monitor comes from a computer conforming to the VESA DPMS format.
This function automatically reduces the monitor’s power consumption if
no operation is performed for a certain amount of time. POWER SAVER
can be turned on or off.
If the computer’s power isn’t turned on or if the computer and selector
tuner are not properly connected, POWER SAVER is set to OFF.
For instructions on using the computer’s power management function,
see your computer’s operating manual.
To turn the monitor’s POWER SAVER function on or off:
1.From the main menu, highlight and select FUNCTION. The
FUNCTION menu is displayed.
2.Highlight the POWER SAVER option.
3.Use the button to toggle the setting ON or OFF.
4.You can continue making adjustments in the FUNCTION menu,
return to the previous menu by pressing the GO BACK button or
press CLEAR to exit the menu system.
The POWER/STANDBY indicator shows the status of the POWER SAVER
function. See below for status and description.
POWER/STANDBY indicator
POWER
SAVER
Mode
On
Standby
Suspend
Off
POWER/
STANDBY
indicator
Green
Yellow
Red
Red
Power Saver
Operating StatusDescription
Not activated
Horizontal and vertical
synchronizing signals are
present from the computer.
Activated
No horizontal synchronizing
signals are present from the
computer.
Activated
No vertical synchronizing signals
are present from the computer.
Activated
No horizontal and vertical
synchronizing signals are present
from the computer.
Turning the Picture Back On
Picture already on.
Use the keyboard or mouse.
The picture reappears immediately.
Use the keyboard or mouse. The
picture reappears, but more slowly
than when in standby mode.
Use the keyboard or mouse. The
picture reappears, but more slowly
than when in either standby or
suspend mode.
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FUNCTION
DISPLAY
MENU ADJUST
POWER SAVER
GRAY LEVEL
FILM MODE
RGB ADJ.
SCREEN SAVER
RESET
SEL.
This is the FUNCTION menu with the GRAY
LEVEL option highlighted.
ADJ.
:ON
:1
: OFF
: 9
:ON
:1
RETURN
NOTE: Repeated watching with the
gray level set to black may effect the
quality of your picture. To reduce the
effects of uneven phosphor aging, set
the gray level to 3 or 4.
If viewing with a 4:3 aspect ratio
for long periods of time, set side
gray level at 3 or 4.
Setting the Gray Level for the Sides of the Screen
The GRAY LEVEL function allows you to set the gray level for the sides of
the screen where nothing is displayed (on the left and right sides of the
screen when it is set to 4:3 size). The level can be adjusted from 0 to 15.
The factory setting is 3 (dark gray).
NOTE: Repeated watching with the gray level set to black may effect
the quality of your picture. To reduce the effects of uneven phosphor
aging, set the gray level to 3 or 4.
To adjust the gray level for the sides of the screen:
1.From the main menu, highlight and select FUNCTION. The
FUNCTION menu is displayed.
2.Highlight the GRAY LEVEL option.
3.Use the
4.When the desired gray level is highlighted, press the
button to scroll through the levels.
button to
return to the FUNCTION menu options. You can continue making
adjustments within the FUNCTION menu, press GO BACK to return to
the previous menu or press CLEAR to exit the menu system.
Adjusting for Flickering with Film Mode
There is some amount of flickering that occurs in an image when it is
transferred from film to video.
FUNCTION
DISPLAY
MENU ADJUST
POWER SAVER
GRAY LEVEL
FILM MODE
RGB3 ADJ.
SCREEN SAVER
RESET
SEL.
This is the FUNCTION menu with the FILM
MODE option highlighted.
ADJ.
:ON
:1
: OFF
:3
: ON
: 1
RETURN
ON All images are displayed in film mode.
OFF Film mode is off.
To turn FILM MODE ON:
1.From the main menu, highlight and select FUNCTION. The
FUNCTION menu is displayed.
2.Highlight the FILM MODE option.
3.Use the button to scroll through the three modes until ON is
displayed.
4.Press the button to return to the FUNCTION menu options. You
can continue making adjustments within the FUNCTION menu, return
to the previous menu by pressing GO BACK or press CLEAR to exit
the menu system.
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FUNCTION
DISPLAY
MENU ADJUST
POWER SAVER
GRAY LEVEL
FILM MODE
RGB3 ADJ.
SCREEN SAVER
RESET
SEL.
This is the FUNCTION menu with the RGB3
ADJ. option highlighted.
DISPLAY
MENU ADJUST
POWER SAVER
GRAY LEVEL
FILM MODE
RGB3 ADJ.
SCREEN SAVER
RESET
:ON
:1
: OFF
:3
:ON
: 1
ADJ.
FUNCTION
:ON
:1
:OFF
:3
:ON
: 1
RETURN
Adjusting the Monitor in RGB3 Input Mode
If the picture is not stable in RGB3 mode, use the RGB3 ADJUST feature
to adjust it.
1.From the main menu, highlight and select OPTIONS. The OPTIONS
menu is displayed.
2.Highlight the RGB3 ADJUST option.
3.Use the
button to select the desired adjustment (1, 2 or 3). The
choices scroll as follows:
4.When the desired number is selected, press the button to return to
the FUNCTION menu items. You can continue making adjustments
within the FUNCTION menu, press GO BACK to return to the
previous menu or press MENU or CLEAR to exit the menu system.
Note: When AUTO PICTURE is on, switch it off and back on again
to return the display position to its original position.
Setting the SCREEN SAVER
The SCREEN SAVER option contains three features in one. These features
are used principally for PC operation.
The PLE (Peak Luminance Enhancement) function sets the luminance
level to a fixed mode to reduce the effects of phosphor aging.
The ORBITER (Peak Luminance Enhancement) moves the image around
the screen intermittently to reduce the effects of phosphor aging.
The INVERSE function works in RGB mode only. INVERSE inverts the
video signal, playing the image in a negative format.
SEL.
ADJ.
RETURN
Setting the PLE
This is the FUNCTION menu with the SCREEN
SAVER option highlighted.
Setting PLE to LOCK is
recommended if you are displaying
stationary pictures.
PLE has two options:
AUTO – luminance level (contrast) is normal.
LOCK – dims picture to reduce phosphor aging.
The factory setting is AUTO. Setting the PLE option to LOCK dims the
picture – the contrast will be lower than normal.
To set the PLE level to LOCK:
1.From the main menu, highlight and select FUNCTION. The
FUNCTION menu is displayed.
2.Highlight the PLE option.
3.Use the button to select LOCK.
4.Press the button to return to the FUNCTION menu options. You
can continue making adjustments within the FUNCTION menu,
return to the previous menu or press MENU or CLEAR to exit the
menu system.
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SCREEN SAVER
PLE
ORBITER
INVERSE
SEL.
This is the SCREEN SAVER menu with the
ORBITER option highlighted.
ADJ.
: AUTO
: ON
: OFF
RETURN
Turning ORBITER on
The factory setting for ORBITER is OFF. To turn ORBITER ON:
1.From the main menu, highlight and select FUNCTION. The
FUNCTION menu is displayed.
2.Highlight the SCREEN SAVER option (the SCREEN SAVER menu is
displayed).
3.Highlight the ORBITER option.
4.Use the button to select ON.
5.Press the button to return to the FUNCTION menu options. You
can continue making adjustments within the FUNCTION menu,
return to the previous menu or press MENU or CLEAR to exit the
menu system.
Setting the INVERSE
INVERSE has three options:
ON – The picture is alternatively displayed as a positive and negative
image.
OFF – INVERSE is off.
WHITE – The screen turns white.
The factory setting is OFF. To change the INVERSE mode:
1.From the main menu, highlight and select FUNCTION. The
FUNCTION menu is displayed.
2.Highlight and select the SCREEN SAVER option.
3. Highlight the INVERSE option.
4.Use the button to select your choice.
5.Press the button to return to the FUNCTION menu options. You
can continue making adjustments within the FUNCTION menu,
return to the previous menu or press MENU or CLEAR to exit the
menu system.
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RESET
RETURN
SEL.
RESET
OK
RESET
NOW RESETTING
RETURN
Resetting to Default Values
The RESET function allows you to reset all adjustments to the factory
default settings. Caution: this will reset all adjustments you have
made in
To reset to the factory default settings:
1.From the main menu, highlight and select FUNCTION. The
2.Highlight the RESET function and press OK.
3.The RESET screen is displayed.
4.Use the ▲ or ▼ button to highlight the RESET option and press OK
When you are done, press GO BACK to return to the FUNCTION menu
or pres CLEAR to exit the menu system.
all menus, including autotuning configuration settings.
FUNCTION menu is displayed.
or MENU. The RESET screen will display the message NOW
RESETTING. When the settings are restored to the factory default
you are returned to the RESET screen.
These are the RESET screens. Choose the
RESET option if you want to reset ALL
options in all menus back to the factory
default.
Chapter 637
The Menu System
The Options menu
Setting the Audio Inputs
The monitor’s audio sources are programmable to the each of the monitor’s video sources. For
example, you can program AUDIO1 source to work with the RGB2 video source.
This feature is generally used only for commercial applications.
1.From the main menu, highlight and select OPTIONS. The OPTIONS
menu is displayed.
2.Highlight the one of the audio input options.
3.Use the button to scroll through the available video sources. The
modes scroll as follows:
4.When the desired mode is selected, press the button to return to
the OPTIONS menu items. You can continue making adjustments
within the OPTION menu, press GO BACK to return to the previous
menu or press MENU or CLEAR to exit the menu system.
The factory defaults are as follows:
• AUDIO1 – VIDEO1
• AUDIO 2 – CMPNT1
• AUDIO3 – RGB1
If you use the reset option in the FUNCTION menu, the settings will
return to the factory default settings listed above.
Setting the BNC Connectors
If the component you are connecting to the monitor doesn’t have
composite video jacks, you can set the BNC inputs to act as component
video inputs.
1.From the main menu, highlight and select OPTIONS. The OPTIONS
menu is displayed.
2.Highlight the BNC SELECT option.
3.Use the button to toggle between RGB2 (composite) and
CMPNT2. (component).
4.Once you’ve selected the desired setting, press the button to
return to the OPTIONS menu items or press CLEAR to return to the
main menu.
38Chapter 6
Setting a Computer Image to the Correct RGB
Select Mode
The RGB SELECT function allows you to select the correct viewing mode
for the type of computer image you are displaying.
The RGB SELECT function has six modes:
AUTO – Automatically selects the most suitable mode for displaying the
input signal.
STILL – Use this mode to display VESA standard signals (still image from a
computer).
MOTION – Use this mode for moving images from a computer. Converts
the signal to RGB signal for best viewing.
WIDE1– Prevents horizontal compression when the input signal is 852 dot
X 480 line signal with a horizontal frequency of 31.7kHz.
WIDE2 – Prevents horizontal compression when the input signal is 848
dot X 480 line signal with a horizontal frequency of 31.0kHz.
The Menu System
DTV – This mode is primarily used to optimize picture quality if you are
using a generic-brand DTV receiver which outputs signal at 480P
(progressive scan) lines.
This is the OPTIONS menu with the RGB
SELECT option highlighted.
: VIDEO1
: CMPNT1
: RGB1
: RGB2
: AUTO
: 1080A
: ON
ADJ.
RETURN
To change the RGB SELECT mode:
1.From the main menu, highlight and select the OPTIONS menu. The
OPTIONS menu is displayed.
2.Highlight the RGB SELECT option.
3.Use the button to scroll through the mode choices. The settings
switch as follows:
AUTOSTILLMOTIONWIDE1WIDE2DTV
4.When the desired mode is selected, press the button to return to
the OPTIONS menu items. You can continue making adjustments
within the OPTIONS menu, press GO BACK to return to the previous
menu or press CLEAR to exit the menu system.
Chapter 639
The Menu System
Setting the Monitor to the correct HD Receiver Mode
The HD SELECT function allows you to select the correct mode for the monitor to work with your
HD receiver. The default setting is 1080A. This is the correct setting for all RCA and PROSCAN HD
receivers. If you have another brand of HD receiver, your picture may appear broken or off-center.
If so, you need to switch HD SELECT modes.
1080A – Use this option for RCA or PROSCAN HD receivers.
1080B – Use this option if you have any other brand of HD receiver.
To change the receiver mode:
1.From the main menu, highlight and select OPTIONS. The OPTIONS menu is displayed.
This is the OPTIONS menu with the PICTURE
SIZE option highlighted.
: VIDEO1
: CMPNT1
: RGB1
: RGB2
: RGB
: 1080A
ON
ADJ.
OPTIONS
: VIDEO1
: CMPNT1
:RGB1
:RGB2
:RGB
: 1080A
: ON
ADJ.
RETURN
RETURN
2.Highlight the HD SELECT option.
3.Use the button to select the desired mode (1080 A or 1080 B).
4.When the desired number is selected, press the button to return to
the OPTIONS menu items. You can continue making adjustments
within the OPTIONS menu, press GO BACK to return to the previous
menu or press MENU or CLEAR to exit the menu system.
Setting the Picture Size for RGB Input
The PICTURE SIZE option is used to adjust the picture size when the
input signal is RGB. Use this feature for graphic arts and checking
photos. In TRUE mode, there is no distortion of the picture. In NORMAL
mode, the picture will be scaled vertically but will keep the correct
aspect ratio.
ON – When the picture size option is on and in NORMAL mode, the
picture is scaled to fill the screen vertically while horizontally keeping the
correct aspect ratio. In FULL mode, the horizontal will be scaled to fit the
screen.
OFF – When the picture size option is off, TRUE mode displays the
picture pixel-for-pixel, exactly the size of the image. If FULL mode, the
image is scaled to fit the screen.
Note: When using a DTC100 HD receiver, the only available mode is
FULL. The picture will be scaled to fill the screen.
40Chapter 6
The Menu System
The Setup Menu
The SETUP menu controls the way your monitor communicates.
Confirming the Frequencies, Polarities, Mode and Resolution of
Input Signals
The FREQUENCY function is used to confirm the frequencies, polarities, mode and resolution of
the signals coming from a computer.
To confirm frequencies, polarities, mode and resolution:
SETUP
FREQUENCY
MENU LANGUAGE
COLOR SYSTEM
SEL.
This is the SETUP menu with the FREQUENCY
option highlighted.
H. FREQUENCY
V. FREQUENCY
H. POLARITY
V. POLARITY
OK
FREQUENCY
: 37.5KHz
: 75.0Hz
: NEG.
: NEG.
RETURN
1.From the main menu, highlight and select the SETUP option. The
SETUP menu is displayed.
2.Highlight the FREQUENCY option and press OK.
3.The FREQUENCY screen is displayed.
Press GO BACK to return to the SETUP menu, or press CLEAR to exit
the menu system.
MODE
RESOLUTION
This is the FREQUENCY screen.
: 8
: 640 X 480
RETURN
Chapter 641
The Menu System
Selecting the Language for the Menus
The menu display can be set to one of three languages: English, French or Spanish. The default is
English. To change the default setting:
MENU LANGUAGE
LANGUAGE
OK
˜
RETURN
: ESPANOL
ADJ.
This is the MENU LANGUAGE screen with
Spanish as the selected language.
1.From the main menu, highlight and select the SETUP option. The
SETUP menu is displayed.
2.Highlight the MENU LANGUAGE option. The MENU LANGUAGE
screen is displayed.
3.Use the button to scroll through the language choices. The
settings switch as follows:
4.When the desired language is highlighted, press GO BACK to return
to the SETUP menu. You can continue making adjustments within
the SETUP menu, press GO BACK to return to the main menu, or
press CLEAR to exit the menu system.
Setting the Video Signal Format
The COLOR SYSTEM option is used to set the video signal format.
Different countries used different formats for video signals. The AUTO
option automatically detects the correct video signal and sets the correct
format. This setting should not be changed.
42Chapter 6
The Menu System
The Autotuning Menu
Autotuning the Component buttons on the Remote Control
The AUTOTUNING feature lets you easily program the component buttons on the remote to operate
the components hooked up to the monitor. To autotune your components to the buttons on the
remote:
AUTOTUNING SETUP
HD RCVR BTN
AUX BUTTON
VCR1 BUTTON
DVD BUTTON
SEL.
This is the AUTOTUNING SETUP menu with
the DVD BUTTON option highlighted.
ADJ.
: RGB1
: NONE
: VIDEO1
: CMPNT1
RETURN
1.From the main menu, highlight and select the AUTOTUNING SETUP
option. The AUTOTUNING SETUP menu is displayed.
2.Highlight an option which corresponds to a component which
you’ve connected. For example, if you have a DVD player
connected, highlight the DVD BUTTON option.
3.Use the button to scroll through the output choices. Select the
choice which corresponds to the jacks you used to connect the DVD
player. In the example illustration on the right, the DVD button on
the remote will operate the component connected to the CMPNT1
jacks (the DVD player).
4.When the desired option is displayed, press the button to return
to the AUTOTUNING menu options. You can continue making
adjustments within the OPTIONS menu, press GO BACK to return to
the previous menu or press CLEAR to exit the menu system.
Chapter 643
The Menu System
Sleep Timer
The sleep timer is a feature that allows you to set the monitor to turn off after a prescribed amount
of time. It can be set to turn the power off after 30, 60, 90 or 120 minutes.
Setting the Sleep Timer
1. Press the SLEEP button on the remote to turn on the timer. The default is 30 minutes.
2. Press the SLEEP button again to move to the next time increment. Press the SLEEP button
until you get to the desired time.
3. The timer starts when the Sleep display disappears from the screen.
To check the Remaining Time:
1. Once the sleep timer has been set and the menu has turned off, press the SLEEP button
once.
2. The remaining time is displayed, then disappears after a few seconds.
3. When five minutes remain, the remaining time appears until it reaches zero.
Cancelling the Sleep Timer
1. Press the SLEEP button twice in a row.
2. The sleep timer is canceled.
NOTE: After the power is turned off with the sleep timer, a slight current is still supplied
to the monitor. If you do not plan to use the system for a long period of time, turn the
power off with the remote or on the unit.
44Chapter 6
Chapter 3
Other Information
Chapter Overview:
•Installation
•Connecting Your PC or Macintosh
Computer
•Specifications
•Troubleshooting
•The Menu System
•Supported Resolution
•Limited Warranty
•Accessory Information
Other Information
REFERENCE
Installing the Cinema Screen Monitor
IMPORTANT
• This device cannot stand on its own. Be sure to use a stand or original mounting unit.
• For correct installation and mounting it is strongly recommended to use a trained, authorized Cinema Screen
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.
Attaching optional mounts or stand to the Cinema Screen monitor
The Cinema Screen monitor can be mounted on the wall using an optional wall mount or you can attach a floor stand (also
optional). For more information on mounting your Cinema Screen Display, see your Cinema Screen dealer.
If you choose to use the optional wall mount, it can be attached to the Cinema Screen monitor in one of the following two
ways:
• While it is upright.
• While it is laying with the screen face down. If you choose this option, lay the protective sheet that came wrapped
around the monitor beneath the screen surface so it doesn’t get scratched.
Ventilation requirements for enclosure mounting
To allow heat to disperse, leave space between surrounding objects as shown on the diagram below when installing.
WALL
50mm (2”)50mm (2”)
1240mm (48.8”)
766mm (30.2”)
50mm (2”)
WALL
50mm (2”)
50mm (2”)
46Chapter 7
REFERENCE
Other Information
Connecting Your PC Or Macintosh
Computer
Connecting your PC or Macintosh computer to your
Cinema Screen monitor will enable you to display
computer images on the monitor. The Cinema Screen
monitor supports the signals described on page 48.
To connect to a PC, Macintosh or compatible graphics
adapter:
1.Turn off the power to your monitor and computer.
2.If your PC does not support XGA/SVGA/VGA you will
need to install an 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 Cinema Screen monitor provides signal
compatibility with VESA 128021024@60MHz (SXGA).
However, we recommend not using this resolution due to
image readability on the monitor’s 853 X 480 native pixel
resolution panel.
4.Use the signal cable that’s supplied to connect your
PC or Macintosh computer to the Cinema Screen monitor.
For Macintosh, you will need a monitor adapter (not
supplied) to connect to your computer’s video port.
5.Turn on the monitor and the computer.
6.If the Cinema Screen 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
monitor.
When using a Macintosh with the Cinema Screen
monitor, the following three display standards are
supported using the included Macintosh adapter : 13" fixed
mode, 16" fixed mode, and 19" fixed mode. The 13" fixed
mode is recommended for the Cinema Screen monitor.
Mini D-sub 15 Pin VGA Signal
Composition
5 4 3 2 1
9 8 7 6
10
15 14 13 12 11
Pin No.Signal to be connected
1RED
2GREEN or sync. on Green
3BLUE
4No connection
5GND
6 RED (GND)
7GREEN (GND)
8BLUE (GND)
Aspect Ratio
Resolution
Color Reproduction
Input Signals
RGB Input terminals
RGB 1
RGB 2
RGB 3
Video Input terminals
Video 1
Video 2
Video 3
DVD/HD/DTV
Audio
External Control
Sound Output
Power Supply
Current Rating
Power Consumption
Dimensions (WxDxD)
Net Weight
Environmental Considerations
Operating temperature
Humidity
Altitude
Storage temperature
Humidity
Front Panel User Controls
Other Features
Accessories
Regulations
PHD50300 Cinema Screen Monitor
43.5"(H) X 24.5"(V) inches
1106(H) X 622(V)mm
diagonal 50"
16 : 9
1365(H) X 768(V) pixels
256 levels, 16,770,000 colors
RGB, NTSC (3.58 4.43), PAL (B, G, M, N),
B[CB
2
], PR[CR])
1
, DVD*1, DTV*
PAL60, SECAM, HD*
mini D-sub 15-pin
BNC (R, G, B, H/CS, V) X1
DVI-I 29-pin X 1*
RCA-pin X 1
BNC X 1
S-Video: DIN 4-pin X 1
RCA-pin (Y, P
Stereo RCA X 3
D-sub 9-pin X1 (RS-232C)
7W+7W at 6 ohm
AC120V 50/60Hz
5.9A (maximum)
595W (typical)
1240 X 766 X 107mm (w/o stand)
48.8 X 30.2 X 4.2 inches (w/o stand)
1240 X 826 X 400mm (with stand)
46 Kg/101.3 lbs. (w/o stand)
0°C to 35°C/32°F to 95°F
20 to 80%
0 to 1900m/0 to 6230 ft.
-10°C to 50°C/14°F to 122°F
10 to 90%
Power on/off, Input source select
Volume up/down/OSD control
Power Management, plug and play (DDCI,
DDC2b, RGB3: DDC2b only)
Remote control with two AA batteries, RGB
cable (Mini D-sub 15 pin to Mini D-sub 15-pin
connector), power cord, safety metal fitting,
screw for safety metal fitting, User’s Manual
UL approved (UL 1950, CSA 950)
DOC Canada requirements
Meets FCC class B requirements for home
application
The features and specifications may be subject to change
without notice.
* HD/DVD/DTV input signals supported on this system
*1Only when using a graphic accelerator board that is capable of displaying 848 X 480.
*2Aspect ratio is 5:4. This signal is converted to a 600 X 480 line signal.
*3The picture is displayed in the original resolution.
*4The aspect ratiois 5:4. This signal is converted to a 900 dot X by 768 line signal.
*5Normally the RGB SELECT mode is set automatically. If the picture is not displayed properly, set the mode for the input signals listed in the table.
*6To connect the monitor to a Macintosh computer, use a D-sub 15-pin monitor adaptor with your computer’s video port. If your computer has a D-sub
15-pin connector, use an RGB cable.
*7Other Screen modes are also available.
Notes:
•When the input signals comply with the resolution listed in the table above, the position and size of the picturemay need to be adjusted.
•When a 1280 X 1024 line signal or a 1600 dot X 1200 line signal is input, the picture will be compressed.
•This monitor has a resolution of 1365 dot X 768 line. It is recommended that the input signal be XGA, wide XGA, or equivalent.
•Some signals are not accepted with digital input.
•The synch may be disturbed when a nonstandard signal other than those previously mentioned is input.
•If you are connecting a composite synch signal, use the HD terminal.
* IBM is a registered trademark of International Business Machines Corporation of the United States.
* Macintosh is a registered trademark of Apple Computer, Inc. of the United States.
Chapter 753
Other Information
REFERENCE
RCA Plasma Monitor
Limited Warranty
What your warranty covers:
•Defects in materials or workmanship.
For how long after your purchase:
•One year from date of purchase for labor.
•One year from date of purchase for parts.
The warranty period for rental units begins with the first rental or 45 days from date of shipment to the rental firm,
whichever comes first.
What we will do:
Pay an Authorized Service Center the labor charges to repair your unit.
Pay an Authorized Service Center for the new, or at our option, refurbished replacement parts required to repair your unit.
How you get service:
•Call 1-800-433-8974 and have your unit’s date of purchase and model/serial number ready.
•A representative will troubleshoot your problem over the phone.
•If the representative determines that you should receive service, they will provide you with the name(s) of the Authorized
Service Center in your area.
•Contact the Service Center and arrange for home or pick up, repair, and return service, provided that your unit is located
within the geographic territory covered by an Authorized Service Center. If not, you must take your unit to the Service
Center location at your own expense, or pay for the cost the Service Center may charge to transport your unit to and from
your home.
•Proof of purchase in the form of a bill of sale or receipted invoice which is evidence that the product is within the
warranty period must be presented to obtain warranty service. For rental firms, proof of first rental is also required.
What your warranty does not cover:
•Customer instruction. (Your Owner’s Manual describes how to install, adjust, and operate your unit. Any additional
information should be obtained from your dealer.)
•Installation and related adjustments.
•Damage resulting from non-approved installation methods.
•Signal reception problems not caused by your unit.
•Damage from misuse or neglect.
•Batteries.
•A television that has been modified or incorporated into other products.
•A unit purchased or serviced outside the U.S.A.
•Acts of nature, such as but not limited to lightning damage.
Product Registration:
•Please complete and mail the Product Registration Card packed with your unit. It will make it easier to contact you
should it ever be necessary. The return of the card is not required for warranty coverage.
54Chapter 7
Other Information
REFERENCE
Limitation of Warranty:
•THE WARRANTY STATED ABOVE IS THE ONLY WARRANTY APPLICABLE TO THIS PRODUCT. ALL OTHER
WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLED (INCLUDING ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR
FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE) ARE HEREBY DISCLAIMED. NO VERBAL OR WRITTEN INFORMATION
GIVEN BY THOMSON MULTIMEDIA INC., ITS AGENTS OR EMPLOYEES SHALL CREATE A GUARANTY OR IN ANY
WAY INCREASE THE SCOPE OF THIS WARRANTY.
•REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT AS PROVIDED UNDER THIS WARRANTY IS THE EXCLUSIVE REMEDY OF THE
CONSUMER. THOMSON MULTIMEDIA INC. SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL
DAMAGES RESULTING FROM THE USE OF THIS PRODUCT OR ARISING OUT OF ANY BREACH OF ANY EXPRESS
OR IMPLIED WARRANTY ON THIS PRODUCT. THIS DISCLAIMER OF WARRANTIES AND LIMITED WARRANTY
ARE GOVERNED BY THE LAWS OF THE STATE OF INDIANA. EXCEPT TO THE EXTENT PROHIBITED BY
APPLICABLE LAW, ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE
ON THIS PRODUCT IS LIMITED TO THE APPLICABLE WARRANTY PERIOD SET FORTH ABOVE.
How State Law relates to warranty:
•Some states do not allow the exclusion nor limitation of incidental or consequential damages, or limitations on how long
an implied warranty lasts, so the above limitations or exclusions may not apply to you.
•This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you also may have other rights that vary from state to state.
If you purchased your unit outside the United States:
•This warranty does not apply. Contact your dealer for warranty information.
Service calls which do not involve defective materials or workmanship are not covered by this warranty. Costs
of such service calls are the sole responsibility of the purchaser.
Chapter 755
Accessories
The accessories listed below are available from your Cinema Screen Dealer. See your dealer for prices.
Attachable Speakers – SPK50
56
Monitor Stand – PLB50
Index
Symbols
1080A 39
1080B 39
A
Antenna button 13
Arrow buttons 13
Audio input 38
Audio menu 29, 50
Automatic Code Search 16
Auto picture 31
Autotuning 43, 51
Aux button 13