This symbol indicates “dangerous
voltage” inside the product that
presents a risk of electric shock or
personal injury.
Precautions
Please read this manual carefully before using your Monitor and keep
the manual handy for future reference.
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE
COVER (OR BACK). NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
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: PHD50400
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
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.
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.
Warnings and Safety Precautions
The monitor is designed and manufactured to provide long, troublefree 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.
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.
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.
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.
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Contents
Warnings and Safety Precautions ...................................... 1
IMPORTANT TIPS: Caring for Your Monitor ..................... 1
Chapter 1: Connections and Setup
Contents of the Package ..................................................... 5
Attaching the Ferrite Cores ................................................ 5
Part Names and Functions – Front View ........................... 6
Part Names and Functions – Back View ............................ 7
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 both ends of the power cable (supplied). Close the lid tightly
until the clamps click. Use the band (supplied) to secure the ferrite core.
DVI cable
(supplied)
band
core (small)
band
core (small)
connector
power cable (supplied)
band
core (small)
band
(monitor side)
core (large)
Chapter 15
Connections and Setup
Part Names and Functions – Front View
VOLUME
MENU• OK DOWN UP LEFT/- RIGHT/+ INPUT • GO BACK
V
M
ENU
1
• OK D
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 (s and t).
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
56
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.
6. – Turns the monitor’s power on and off.
6Chapter 1
Part Names and Functions – Back View
Connections and Setup
VIDEO 1
VIDEO 2
VIDEO 3
VIDEO INPUTS
L
(MONO)
R
AUDIO 1
Y
Y
B
B
C
P
CMPNT 1
C
R
P
R
L
(MONO)
R
AUDIO 2
RGB 1
HD MONITOR IN
R
R
P
R
C
2
Y
Y
G
/CMPNT
2
B
B
C
P
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
1
1. EXT SPEAKER L and R – Connect speakers here.
2. AC IN – Connect the included power cord here.
3. VIDEO 1, 2, 3 – Connect VCRs, DVDs, Laserdiscs, etc. here.
4. AUDIO1, AUDIO2, AUDIO3 – Connect audio here.
5. CMPNT1 – Connect Laser discs, etc. here.
6. RGB1 – Connect HD receiver here.
7. BNC SELECT –
RGB2: Inputs the analog RGB signal.
CMPNT2: Connect DVDs, Laserdiscs, etc. here.
8. RGB3 (DVI 29pin) – Inputs a digital RGB signal.
VIDEO 1
VIDEO 2
VIDEO 3
VIDEO INPUTS
L
(MONO)
R
AUDIO 1
Y
B
C
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
3
Y
B
P
P
R
5
6
4
R
P
R
C
Y
Y
B
B
C
P
7
8
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
CONTROL
LOCK
on off
REMOTE
CONTROL
9
10
primarily for commercial applications. The remote included with your monitor
is wireless and doesn’t require connection to the monitor.
EXTERNAL
CONTROL
11
11. EXTERNAL CONTROL – This terminal is used when the monitor is controlled by
external equipment.
Chapter 17
Connections and Setup
Installing the batteries
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
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, 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.
The Back of the HD Receiver
SATELLITE
ACCESS CARD
IN
DIGITAL AUDIO
OUTPUT
PHONE JACK
CONTROL
RRL
AUDIOVCR
RGB cable
L
VIDEO
OUT TO TV
S-VIDEO HD MONITOR OUT
ANTENNA B INANTENNA A
IN
HD MONITOR OUT jack
8Chapter 1
Connections and Setup
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 laserdisc 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 laserdisc player to AUDIO2 input jacks on the monitor (if your
VCR or laserdisc 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 laserdisc player.
NOTE: Refer to your VCR or laserdisc player user’s manual for more information about your equipment’s video output requirements.
Connecting Your DVD Player
To connect your monitor to a DVD player:
1. Turn off the power to the monitor and DVD player.
2. Use component video cables to connect your DVD player to the CMPNT1 input on the monitor, or use the DVD player’s S-Video
output. (Use a standard S-Video cable to connect to the S-Video input on the monitor.)
3. Turn on the monitor and the 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.
Chapter 19
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
10Chapter 1
LEFT
RIGHT
Connections and Setup
VIDEO 1
VIDEO 2
VIDEO 3
VIDEO INPUTS
L
(MONO)
R
AUDIO 1
Y
Y
C
P
B
B
CMPNT 1
C
R
P
R
L
+
-
-
+
AUDIO 2
HD MONITOR IN
2
/CMPNT
2
BNC SELECT:/RGB
AUDIO 3
on off
(MONO)
R
RGB 1
R
G
B
H-SYNC
V-SYNC
L
(MONO)
R
RGB 3
DIGITAL RGB
CONTROL
LOCK
REMOTE
CONTROL
EXTERNAL
CONTROL
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
Chapter 111
Connections and Setup
The Remote Control
AUX Operates the component you’ve
programmed to work with the AUX button.
VCR1, VCR2, DVD, HD RCVR The
component buttons used to put the
remote into the correct mode to operate
that particular component. The correct
video source must first be selected or
Autotuning must be set up.
MUTE Makes sound inaudible.
VOL</VOL> Adjusts the volume.
SLEEP Brings up the sleep timer, which
turns the monitor off automatically after
a set amount of time.
GUIDE In HD receiver mode, brings
up the on-screen program guide.
OK/ZOOM In Monitor mode (using
on-screen menus), press OK to select a
highlighted item. When no menus are
displayed, press OK to bring up the
zoom pointer. Use the CH+/- buttons
to zoom in/out.
Arrows Use to navigate through the
menu screens and move the Zoom
pointer in Zoom mode.
MENU Brings up the on-screen menu.
Numbers Use to make numerical entries.
INPUT Press to toggle through all
inputs (RGB, Component, Video).
ON•OFF Toggles power on and
off for the components that you
have programmed.
ON•OFF
VCR
GUIDE
1
4
7
RECORD
CINEMA
DVD
MUTE
SLEEP
MENU
INPUT
1
VCR
Z
L
O
V
Z
O
2
5
8
0
RGB
MONITOR
HD RCVR
AUX
2
WHO•MULTI
M
O
I
N
O
H
+
C
V
O
L
C
–
H
T
U
O
O
M
GO BACK
INFO
OK
Z
O
O
M
CLEAR
3
6
9
ANTENNA
PLAY FORWARDREVERSE
STOPPAUSE
CMPNT VIDEO
SOURCE
MONITOR Turns the monitor on and puts the
remote in Monitor mode.
WHO•MULTI When in Monitor mode,
activates the multi-screen feature. The Multiscreen feature allows you to select a screen
mode for viewing a single picture, side-by-side
pictures, or picture-in-picture (PIP). Brings up
personal viewer profiles for some components.
ZOOM IN In zoom mode enlarges the picture.
Use the arrow buttons to pan and scan the
entire picture.
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-).
GO BACK In HD receiver mode, returns you to
the previous channel. When in the menu
system, returns you to the previous menu.
CLEAR Clears on-screen displays.
ANTENNA In HD RCVR mode, switches the
HD receiver between Antenna A and Antenna
B.
INFO Brings up channel information.
REVERSE, PLAY, FORWARD, STOP,
PAUSE, RECORD (transport keys) Use
with components programmed to work
with your remote control.
VIDEO Toggles through video inputs.
u n i v e r s a l
CMPNT Toggles between CMPNT1 and
CMPNT2 inputs.
CINEMA Select screen sizes to suit the
type of input you’re watching.
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.
12Chapter 1
INPUT SELECT
Connections and Setup
Using Your Remote Control
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.
POWER STANDBY
VOLUME
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.
• Don’t get the remote control wet.
• Avoid heat and humidity.
• 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
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.
How to Program the Remote
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 liston 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.
Chapter 113
Connections and Setup
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.