RCA Scenium PHD50500 User Manual

PHD50500 Plasma Monitor User’s Guide

Safety Precautions

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

IMPORTANT NOTICE

The serial number for this equipment is located on the rear
panel. Please write this serial number on your enclosed
warranty card and keep it in a secure area. This is for your
security.

CAUTION: WHEN POSITIONING THIS EQUIPMENT

ENSURE THAT THE MAINS PLUG AND SOCKET IS EASILY
ACCESSIBLE.

WARNING

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

CAUTION

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

Product Registration

Please fill out the product registration card (packed separately) and return it immediately. For U.S. customers: Your RCA
Scenium Consumer Electronics product may also be registered at www.rcascenium.com/productregistration. Registering this
product allows us to contact you if needed.

Product Information

Keep your sales receipt to obtain warranty parts and service and for proof of purchase. Attach it here and record the serial and
model numbers in case you need them. The numbers are located on the back of the product.

Model No. _____________________________________________________________________

Serial No. ______________________________________________________________________

Purchase Date: _________________________________________________________________

Dealer/Address/Phone: __________________________________________________________

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Safety Precautions

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

READ INSTRUCTIONS — All the safety and operating

instructions should be read before the product is
operated.

RETAIN INSTRUCTIONS — The safety and operating

instructions should be retained for future
reference.

HEED WARNINGS — All warnings on the product and

in the operating instructions should be adhered to.

FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS — All operating and use

instructions should be followed.

CLEANING — Unplug this product from the wall outlet

before cleaning. The product should be cleaned
only with a polishing cloth or a soft dry cloth. Never
clean with furniture wax, benzine, insecticides or
other volatile liquids since they may corrode the
cabinet.

ATTACHMENTS — Do not use attachments not

recommended by the product manufacturer as
they may cause hazards.

WATER AND MOISTURE — Do not use this product

near water — for example, near a bathtub, wash
bowl, kitchen sink, or laundry tub; in a wet
basement; or near a swimming pool; and the like.

ACCESSORIES — Do not place this product on an

unstable cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table. The
product may fall, causing serious injury to a child
or adult, and serious damage to the product. Use
only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table
recommended by the manufacturer, or sold with
the product. Any mounting of the product should
follow the manufacturer’s instructions, and should
use a mounting accessory recommended by the
manufacturer.

CART — A product and cart combination should be

moved with care. Quick stops, excessive force,
and uneven surfaces may cause the product and
cart combination to overturn.

VENTILATION — Slots and openings in the cabinet

are provided for ventilation and to ensure reliable
operation of the product and to protect it from
overheating, and these openings must not be
blocked or covered. The openings should never
be blocked by placing the product on a bed, sofa,
rug, or other similar surface. This product should
not be placed in a built-in installation such as a
bookcase or rack unless proper ventilation is
provided or the manufacturer’s instructions have
been adhered to.

POWER SOURCES — This product should be operated

only from the type of power source indicated on
the marking label. If you are not sure of the type
of power supply to your home, consult your
product dealer or local power company.

LOCATION — The appliance should be installed in a

stable location.

NONUSE PERIODS — The power cord of the

appliance should be unplugged from the outlet
when left unused for a long period of time.

GROUNDING OR POLARIZATION

÷ If this product is equipped with a polarized

alternating current line plug (a plug having one
blade wider than the other), it will fit into the outlet
only one way. This is a safety feature. If you are
unable to insert the plug fully into the outlet, try
reversing the plug. If the plug should still fail to fit,
contact your electrician to replace your obsolete
outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the
polarized plug.

÷ If this product is equipped with a three-wire

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

POWER-CORD PROTECTION — Power-supply cords

should be routed so that they are not likely to be
walked on or pinched by items placed upon or
against them, paying particular attention to cords
at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point
where they exit from the product.

OUTDOOR ANTENNA GROUNDING — If an outside

antenna or cable system is connected to the
product, be sure the antenna or cable system is
grounded so as to provide some protection against
voltage surges and built-up static charges. Article
810 of the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA
70, provides information with regard to proper
grounding of the mast and supporting structure,
grounding of the lead-in wire to an antenna
discharge unit, size of grounding conductors,
location of antenna-discharge unit, connection to
grounding electrodes, and requirements for the
grounding electrode. See Figure A.

LIGHTNING — For added protection for this product

during a lightning storm, or when it is left
unattended and unused for long periods of time,
unplug it from the wall outlet and disconnect the
antenna or cable system. This will prevent damage
to the product due to lightning and power-line
surges.

POWER LINES — An outside antenna system should

not be located in the vicinity of overhead power
lines or other electric light or power circuits, or
where it can fall into such power lines or circuits.
When installing an outside antenna system,
extreme care should be taken to keep from
touching such power lines or circuits as contact
with them might be fatal.

OVERLOADING — Do not overload wall outlets,

extension cords, or integral convenience
receptacles as this can result in a risk of fire or
electric shock.

GROUND
CLAMP

OBJECT AND LIQUID ENTRY — Never push objects

of any kind into this product through openings as
they may touch dangerous voltage points or short­out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock.
Never spill liquid of any kind on the product.

SERVICING — Do not attempt to service this product

yourself as opening or removing covers may
expose you to dangerous voltage or other hazards.
Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.

DAMAGE REQUIRING SERVICE — Unplug this

product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to
qualified service personnel under the following
conditions:

÷ When the power-supply cord or plug is damaged.
÷ If liquid has been spilled, or objects have fallen

into the product.

÷ If the product has been exposed to rain or water.
÷ If the product does not operate normally by

following the operating instructions. Adjust only
those controls that are covered by the operating
instructions as an improper adjustment of other
controls may result in damage and will often
require extensive work by a qualified technician to
restore the product to its normal operation.

÷ If the product has been dropped or damaged in

any way.

÷ When the product exhibits a distinct change in

performance — this indicates a need for service.

REPLACEMENT PARTS — When replacement parts

are required, be sure the service technician has
used replacement parts specified by the
manufacturer or have the same characteristics as
the original part. Unauthorized substitutions may
result in fire, electric shock, or other hazards.

SAFETY CHECK — Upon completion of any service

or repairs to this product, ask the service technician
to perform safety checks to determine that the
product is in proper operating condition.

HEAT — The product should be situated away from

heat sources such as radiators, heat registers,
stoves, or other products (including amplifiers) that
produce heat.

WALL OR CEILING MOUNTING — The product

should be mounted to a wall or ceiling only as
recommended by the manufacturer.

ANTENNA
LEAD IN
WIRE

ANTENNA
DISCHARGE UNIT
(NEC SECTION 810-20)

Safety Precautions

ELECTRIC
SERVICE
EQUIPMENT

Figure A

GROUNDING CONDUCTORS
(NEC SECTION 810-21)

GROUND CLAMPS

POWER SERVICE GROUNDING
ELECTRODE SYSTEM
(NEC ART 250, PART H)

NEC – NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE

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Table of Contents

Before Proceeding

How to Use This Manual .................. 2

How to Use the Menus ....................................... 4

Checking Supplied Parts .................. 4

Part Names and Functions

Main Unit ........................................... 5

Connection Panel .............................. 6

A Quick Tour of the Remote Control

The Remote Control.......................... 8

Button Descriptions for Monitor Mode ............. 8

Button Descriptions for Other Components ..... 9

Using Your Remote Control ............................. 10

Programming the Remote................................ 10

Find Out if You Need to Program the

Remote ........................................................... 10

How to Program the Remote ........................... 11

How to Use the Remote Control After

You’ve Programmed It .................................. 12

Programmable Codes for

the Remote Control ..................... 13

Setting Up the System

Setup after Connection .................. 25

Setting the Screen Mode/ Input Signal

Format ............................................................ 25

CLAMP POSITION Setup .................................. 26

Operations

Selecting an Input Source .............. 27

To Adjust the Volume ....................................... 28

To Mute the Sound ........................................... 28

To Confirm Display Settings ............................ 28

Screen Size Selection ..................... 29

Changing the Screen Size ................................ 29

Moving the Screen Position Upward or

Downward ...................................................... 29

Automatic Screen Size ..................................... 29

Partial Image Enlargement

(Zoom) ......................................... 30

Automatic Power OFF .................... 31

Monitor Panel Adjustments

Adjusting the Picture Quality......... 32

Installation and Connections

Installation of the Unit.................... 15

About the Input Connectors

on this Unit .................................. 16

Connection to INPUT1 and

INPUT2 ......................................... 16

Connection to AV Components ....................... 16

Connection to a Personal Computer ............... 18

Connection to INPUT3 .................... 20

Connection to INPUT5 .................... 20

Connection to INPUT4 .................... 20

About HDTV Set Top Box

Connection ................................... 21

Audio Connections.......................... 22

Power Cord Connection ................. 24

Monitor Panel Adjustments ........... 32

Adjusting the Image Position

and Clock (Automatic

Adjustment) ................................. 33

Manual Adjustment of Screen

Position and Clock ....................... 33

Other Operations

Changing the Color Temperature

(COLOR TEMP) ............................. 35

Reducing Video Noise

(DIGITAL NR) ................................ 35

Setting the Film Mode .................... 36

Viewing a Fast Moving Picture

(3D Y/C MODE) ............................ 36

Viewing in a Bright Location

(HIGH CONTRAST) ...................... 37

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Table of Contents

Audio Output (AUDIO OUT) ........... 38

Setting the Menu Language .......... 38

Additional Information

Cleaning ......................................... 39

Troubleshooting .............................. 40

Additional Notes and Cautions...... 43

Specifications .................................. 44

Supplement 1 .................................. 45

Supplement 2 .................................. 46

Supplement 3 .................................. 47

Supplement 4 .................................. 47

Explanation of Terms ...................... 47

Limited Warranty ............................ 48

FCC Declaration of Conformity

and Industry Canada

Information .................................. 50

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Before Proceeding

How to Use This Manual

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

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

The section “Installation and Connections” starting on
page 15 covers all the necessary points regarding
installation of the plasma monitor and connections to a
wide variety of components.

The section “Setting Up the System” starting on page 25
covers the necessary on-screen menu settings to
establish correct linkage between the plasma monitor and
connected components. Depending on the connections
made, this section may or not be necessary.

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

About operations in this manual

Operations in this manual are outlined in step by step
numbered procedures. Most of the procedures are
written in reference to the remote control unit unless the
button or control is only present on the main unit.
However, if a button or control on the main unit has the
same or similar name as that on the remote control unit,
that button can be used when performing operations.

Note

The screen displays depicted in this manual represent typical
display examples.
The actual items and contents seen in screen displays may vary
depending on input source and specific settings.

Apple and Macintosh are registered trademarks of Apple Computer, Inc.

Microsoft is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation.

NEC and PC-9800 are trademarks of NEC Corporation.

VESA and DDC are registered trademarks of Video Electronics Standards Association.

Power Management and Sun Microsystems are registered trademarks of Sun Microsystems, Inc.

VGA and XGA are registered trademarks of International Business Machines Co., Inc.

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Before Proceeding

STOP PAUSE

MONITOR

O
N•OFF

A
UX

DVD

SAT•CABLE

RECORD

PLAYFOR

W
ARDREV

ERS

E

AUTO SET

CIN

EM

A

M
UTE

INFO

MENU

OK

CLEAR

GU

IDE

ANTENNA

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

9

0

INPUT

VCR

1

A

VCR

2

C

H

+

C

H

–

V

O

L

V

O

L

GO BACK

REPEAT

AUDIO

ANGLE OPEN

Z

O

O

M

u n i v e r s a l

DVD

How to Use the Menus

The following example is an actual operation that shows how
you might set the horizontal and vertical positions of the
screen. The screens shown at each step are provided as a
visual guide to confirm that the procedure is proceeding as it
should. Please familiarize yourself with this process before
continuing with the rest of this manual.

1 Press MENU to display the menu screen.

MAIN MENU INPUT1

PICTURE

CONT RAST

BRIGHTNESS
CO LOR
TINT
SHARPNESS

SET UP

:

:
:
:
:

RSETE

SELECT ENTER EXIT

2 Press to select SCREEN.

MAIN MENU INPUT1

PICTURE

SCREEN

POS I T ION

P

CL OC HAS EK/ /

RSETE

OPTION

0

0
0
0
0

OK

SET UP OPTION

:

00

/

:

00

CLEAR

Checking Supplied Parts

Check that the following parts were supplied.

1 Power cord

2 Remote control

3 AA (R6) batteries ( x 2)

SELECT ENTER EXIT

OK

CLEAR

3 Press / to select the item to be adjusted.

4 Stereo mini to RCA plugs cable

MAIN MENU INPUT1

PICTURE

SCREEN

POS I T ION

P

CL OC HAS EK/ /

RSETE

SET UP OPTION

:

00

/

:

00

5 BNC to RCA phono jack adapters ( x 5)

(may be attached to the back of the monitor)

SELECT ENTER EXIT

OK

CLEAR

4 Press OK to display the adjustment screen for the

selected item.

POH. S I T ION
POV. S I T I ON

5 Press / / / to adjust the value.

4

ADJUS

:

0

:

0

CLEAR

EXI

T

T

O

K

SE

T

Main Unit

POWER

4

INPUT

CINEMA

VOLUME ++

Main unit

STANDBY/ON

Part Names and Functions

POWER

– VOLUME +

INPUT

CINEMA

1

Front of the Plasma Monitor

1 STANDBY/ON indicator

This indicator is red during standby mode, and turns
to green when the unit is in the operation mode
(page 27).
Flashes green when Power-Management function is
operating (page 31).
The flashing pattern is also used to indicate error
messages (page 43).

2 POWER button

Turns plasma monitor on and off.

2

Operation panel on the main unit

3

POWER

INPUT

CINEMA

5

–– VOLUME

6

4 CINEMA button

Press to select the screen size (page 29).

5 VOLUME –/+ buttons

Press to adjust the volume.

6 Remote control sensor

Point the remote control toward the remote sensor to
operate the unit (page 10)

3 INPUT button

Press to select input (page 27).

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Part Names and Functions

Connection Panel

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

1 SPEAKER (R) terminal

For connecting an external right speaker.
Connect a speaker whose impedance is 8 –16 Ω
(page 22).

2 UPGRADE PORT

DO NOT MAKE ANY CONNECTIONS TO THIS
TERMINAL.

This terminal is used in the factory setup.

3 INPUT1 (mini D-sub 15 pin)

For connection of components that have RGB or
component output jacks such as a personal
computer, HD receiver, DVD player, or external RGB
decoder. Make sure that the connection made
corresponds to the format of the signal output from
the connected component (pages 16-19).

4 OUTPUT (INPUT1) (mini D-sub 15 pin)

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

Note: The video signal will not be output from the OUTPUT
(INPUT1) terminal when the main power of this unit is off or in
standby mode (page 18).

6 Synchronizing signal impedance selector switch

Depending on the connections made at INPUT2, it
may be necessary to set this switch to match the
output impedance of the connected component’s
synchronization signal.
When the output impedance of the component’s
synchronization signal is 75 Ω, set this switch to the
75 Ω position (pages 17-19).

7 AUDIO INPUT (Stereo mini jack)

Use to obtain sound when INPUT1 or INPUT2 is
selected.
Connect the audio output terminal of components
connected to INPUT1 or INPUT2 (page 22).

8 AUDIO OUTPUT (Stereo mini jack)

Use to output the audio of the selected source
component connected to this unit to an AV amplifier
or similar component (page 22). Use the supplied
stereo mini to RCA phono plugs cable.

9 DVI VIDEO INPUT5 (DVI jack)

For connection of components that have a DVI digital
video output terminal such as a video camera,
LaserDisc player, or DVD player (page 20).

0 AUDIO INPUT5 (RCA Pin jacks)

Use to obtain sound when INPUT5 is selected.
Connect these jacks to the audio output connectors of
components connected to INPUT5 (page 23).

Note: The left audio channel (L) jack is not compatible with
monaural input sources.

5 INPUT2 (BNC jacks with RCA jack adapter)

For connection of components that have RGB or
component output jacks such as a personal computer,
DVD player, or external RGB decoder. Make sure that
the connection made corresponds to the format of
the signal output from the connected component
(pages 16-19).

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Part Names and Functions

8Ω ~16Ω
SPEAKER

R

+ –

123 45678

DVI VIDEO

9

INPUT5

AUDIO

R

0

AUDIO

R

L

L

AUDIO

R

L

=-

~

!

S-VIDEO VIDEO

INPUT3 INPUT4

- AUDIO INPUT3 (RCA Pin jacks)

Use to obtain sound when INPUT3 is selected.
Connect these jacks to the audio output connectors of
components connected to INPUT3 (page 22).

Note: The left audio channel (L) jack is not compatible with
monaural input sources.

UPGRADE PORT

OUTPUT

AC INLET

(ON SYNC) (H/V SYNC)

INPUT2 AUDIO

GBRHDVD

8Ω ~16Ω
SPEAKER

+ –

INPUT

(INPUT1/2)

75 2.2

Ô

Ω κΩ

L

INPUT1

ANALOG RGB (ANALOG RGB)

$#@

! INPUT4 (RCA jack)

For connection of components that have a composite
video output terminal such as a video deck, video
camera, LaserDisc player, or DVD player (page 20).

@ Main power switch

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

OUTPUT

= INPUT3 (S-video jack)

For connection of components that have an S-video
output terminal such as a video deck, video camera,
LaserDisc player, or DVD player. (page 20)

~ AUDIO INPUT4 (RCA jacks)

Use to obtain sound when INPUT4 is selected.
Connect these terminals to the audio output
connectors of components connected to INPUT4
(page 23).

Note: The left audio channel (L) jack is not compatible with
monaural input sources.

# AC INLET

Use to connect the supplied power cord to an AC outlet
(page 24).

$ SPEAKER (L) terminal

For connection of an external left speaker. Connect a
speaker that has an impedance of 8 –16 Ω (page 22).

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A Quick Tour of the Remote Control

The Remote Control

Button Descriptions for Monitor Mode

In addition to operating your Plasma Monitor, the remote that came with it can operate your other components. However,
this page only describes the buttons on the remote that you will use with your monitor.

For descriptions of remote control buttons to be used with your other components, go to the next page.

In alphabetical order

ON•OFF

VCR

1

DVD

MUTE

L

A

AUTO SET

GUIDE

VCR

O

V

MONITOR

SAT•CABLE

AUX

2

Arrow buttons Use the arrows to navigate through the menu
screens and move the Zoom pointer in Zoom mode.

AUTO SET When using a computer signal input, automatically sets

CINEMA

H

+

C

V

O

L

C

–

H

GO BACK

INFO

OK

the Position and Clock/Phase settings to optimum values.

Backlight Lights up some of the remote buttons in the dark.

CINEMA Selects one of four screen sizes to suit the type of input

you’re watching.

CLEAR Clears on-screen displays and returns you to normal viewing.

INFO Brings up display information.

INPUT Changes the video input.

Z

O

O

M

MENU

2

1

4

5

7

8

INPUT

CLEAR

3

6

9

ANTENNA

0

PLAY FORWARDREVERSE

RECORD

REPEAT

STOP PAUSE

ANGLE OPEN

AUDIO

DVD

u n i v e r s a l

Note: This remote operates most RCA, GE, and
Proscan products.

MENU Brings up the on-screen menu.

MONITOR Turns the power to the monitor on and puts the remote in

Monitor mode so you are able to control the monitor.

MUTE Reduces sound to an inaudible level.

OK/ZOOM When in Monitor mode 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 the pointer on the part of the screen
you want to zoom on, then use the OK/ZOOM button to choose the
zoom ratio.

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.

VOL< and > buttons Adjust the volume.

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Remote Control

Button Descriptions for Other Components

This remote operates most brands of other components (VCRs, DVD players, satellite receivers, etc). The following list (in
alphabetical order) provides basic information about how these buttons will operate in these modes.

(0-9) Number buttons When the remote is in HD receiver mode (SAT•CABLE

VCR

DVD

ON•OFF

1

VCR

MONITOR

SAT•CABLE

AUX

2

button), select channels up to 99 by pressing two number buttons. Selects 3­digit channels by pressing and holding 1 until 1 - - appears on the screen. Then
press the other two numbers.

MUTE

L

O

V

A

AUTO SET

GUIDE

MENU

2

1

4

5

7

8

INPUT

0

RECORD

AUDIO

REPEAT

u n i v e r s a l

CINEMA

H

+

C

C

–

H

GO BACK

OK

Z

O

O

M

CLEAR

3

6

9

ANTENNA

PLAY FORWARDREVERSE

STOP PAUSE

ANGLE OPEN

DVD

V

O

L

INFO

ANGLE Accesses various camera angles when using a compatible RCA, GE, or
Proscan DVD player (if available on the DVD disc).

ANTENNA When the remote is in HD RCVR mode, switches the HD receiver
between Antenna A and Antenna B.

AUDIO Brings up the Audio language info display on a compatible RCA, GE, or
Proscan DVD player.

AUX (auxiliary) You can program this button to control any one of the following:
a cable box; some GE and RCA 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– buttons Change channels on the HD receiver when the remote is in
HD receiver mode.

DVD Turns on a compatible RCA, GE, or Proscan DVD player and sets the
remote to control the DVD player. Also used with the ON•OFF button to turn on
other compatible DVD players.

FORWARD Fast forwards a tape or searches forward on a DVD disc on a
compatible VCR or DVD player.

GO BACK In HD receiver mode, returns you to the previous channel.

GUIDE In HD receiver mode, brings up the on-screen program guide.

OPEN Opens and closes the DVD disc tray on a compatible DVD player.

PAUSE Pauses playback or recording on a compatible VCR. Pauses a DVD

disc on a DVD player.

PLAY Plays a tape or DVD disc on a compatible VCR or DVD player.

RECORD Starts recording on a compatible VCR.

REPEAT Brings up the Repeat info display on a compatible RCA, GE, or Proscan DVD player. You can repeat

part or all of a title, chapter, or track.

REVERSE Rewinds a tape or searches backward on a DVD disc on a compatible VCR or DVD player.

SAT•CABLE Turns on a compatible RCA, GE, or Proscan satellite receiver or HD receiver, puts the remote in

receiver or cable box mode, and can also be programmed to operate some compatible receivers or cable boxes.

STOP Stops the current function (play, record, reverse, etc.) on a compatible VCR or DVD player.

VCR1 and VCR2 buttons Turn on a compatible RCA, GE, or Proscan VCR and set the remote to control the

VCR. Also used with the ON•OFF button to turn on other compatible VCRs.

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Remote Control

Installing the batteries

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.

POWER

– VOLUME +

INPUT

STANDBY/ON

CINEMA

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

GUIDE

INFO

OK

MENU

CLEAR

3

2

1

4

5

6

8

9

7

INPUT

ANTENNA

0

PLAYFORWARDREVERSE

STOPPAUSE

RECORD

Y u v

CINEMA

VGA

VIDEO

SOURCE

CAUTION

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

• Do not mix new batteries with used ones.

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

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

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

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

Approx.
7m/23 ft.

• 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, audio receivers, 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.

When handling the remote control unit

• Do not drop or shake the remote control.

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

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

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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 receiver, etc.)

ON•OFF

VCR

Light

DVD

1

SAT•CABLE

AUX

VCR

2

2. Press and hold the component button that corresponds to
the component you want the remote to operate (VCR,
satellite receiver, etc.). While you hold down the
component button, press and hold ON•OFF (when the
light on the remote turns on, release both buttons).

Note: You can also use Automatic Code Search to program the AUX button for
audio components.

Remote Control

Component Buttons

These are the buttons you program to operate another
component.

Important: The remote may not be compatible with all
models of all brands of components. It may also not
operate all functions of the remote that came with your
component.

3. Press PLAY (the 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 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. When the component turns on, press and hold the STOP
button until the light on the remote turns off.

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Remote Control

VCR

DVD

Light

MUTE

AUTO SET

GUIDE

MENU

1

Using Direct Entry

1. Turn on the component you want the remote to operate.

ON•OFF

1

VCR

MONITOR

SAT•CABLE

AUX

2

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

CINEMA

component you want the remote to operate (VCR, RCA DVD, etc.).
(The light on the remote comes on.)

H

+

C

L

O

V

A

V

O

L

C

–

H

GO BACK

INFO

4. Enter the code from the code list. When you begin entering
numbers, the light on the remote turns off. When the last number is
entered, the light turns back on. If the incorrect code is entered, the
light will flash.

5. Release the component button. The light on the remote turns off.

6. Press ON•OFF to see if the component responds to the remote

OK

commands. If it doesn’t, try pressing the component button and
then ON•OFF again.

Z

O

O

M

CLEAR

3

2

7. If you get no response, repeat these steps using the next code listed
for your brand, until the component responds to the remote
commands.

4

5

7

8

INPUT

0

RECORD

AUDIO

REPEAT

u n i v e r s a l

6

9

ANTENNA

PLAY FORWARDREVERSE

STOP PAUSE

ANGLE OPEN

DVD

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 and release INPUT until the desired input is displayed.

2. Press the component button (MONITOR, VCR, DVD, AUX, or
SAT•CABLE) 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.

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Programmable Codes for the Remote Control

VCR (VCR1, VCR2 or AUX

button)

Remote Control

Admiral ......................................... 2132

Adventura ..................................... 2026

Aiko .............................................. 2027

Aiwa ............................................. 2026

Akai ............... 2003, 2004, 2005, 2007,

....................... 2008, 2111, 2112, 2113

American High ............................. 2021

Asha ............................................. 2013

Audio Dynamics ................. 2009, 2010

Audiovox ...................................... 2014

Beaumark ..................................... 2013

Bell & Howell ............................... 2011

Broksonic ........................... 2012, 2025

Calix ............................................. 2014

Candle ........... 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016,

................................. 2017, 2018, 2019

Canon ....................... 2021, 2022, 2114

Capehart ............................. 2020, 2110

Carver ........................................... 2062

CCE .................................... 2027, 2061

Citizen ..................... 2013, 2014, 2015,

............. 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2027

Colortyme .................................... 2009

Colt ............................................... 2061

Craig ............... 2013, 2014, 2023, 2061

Curtis Mathes ................... 2000, 2009,

...................... 2013, 2016, 2018, 2021,

....................... 2022, 2024, 2115, 2131

Cybernex ...................................... 2013

Daewoo ................... 2015, 2017, 2019,

............. 2025, 2026, 2027, 2028, 2110

Daytron ........................................ 2110

DBX .................................... 2009, 2010

Dimensia ............................ 2000, 2131

Dynatech ...................................... 2026

Electrohome ....................... 2014, 2029

Electrophonic ............................... 2014

Emerson .................. 2012, 2014, 2015,

............ 2021, 2024, 2025, 2026, 2029,

............ 2030, 2031, 2032, 2033, 2034,

............ 2035, 2036, 2037, 2038, 2039,

............ 2040, 2041, 2042, 2044, 2045,

............ 2046, 2047, 2065, 2113, 2116,

........................................... 2117, 2130

Fisher ............ 2011, 2023, 2048, 2049,

....................... 2050, 2051, 2052, 2118

Fuji ..................................... 2021, 2119

Funai ............................................ 2026

Garrard ......................................... 2026

GE ............. 2000 (VCR1), 2001 (VCR2),

...................... 2013, 2021, 2022, 2053,

................................. 2115, 2120, 2131

Goldstar .......... 2009, 2014, 2018, 2054

Gradiente ..................................... 2026

Harley Davidson ........................... 2026

Harman Kardon ............................ 2009

Harwood ...................................... 2061

Headquarter ................................. 2011

Hi-Q .............................................. 2023

Hitachi ........... 2055, 2056, 2057, 2107,

................................. 2111, 2120, 2122

Instant Replay .............................. 2021

JCPenney ...... 2009, 2010, 2011, 2013,

............ 2014, 2021, 2022, 2055, 2056,

............. 2058, 2059, 2060, 2107, 2118

JCL ............................................... 2021

Jensen ..................... 2055, 2056, 2111

JVC ................ 2009, 2010, 2011, 2018,

........................................... 2111, 2123

Kenwood ................. 2009, 2010, 2011,

....................... 2016, 2018, 2111, 2123

KLH .............................................. 2061

Kodak ................................. 2014, 2021

Lloyd ............................................ 2026

Logik ............................................ 2061

LXI ................................................ 2014

Magnavox ..... 2021, 2022, 2062, 2063,

....................... 2104, 2105, 2108, 2124

Magnin ......................................... 2013

Marantz ......... 2009, 2010, 2011, 2016,

....................... 2018, 2021, 2062, 2064

Marta ............................................ 2014

Masushita .................................... 2021

MEI .............................................. 2021

Memorex ...... 2011, 2013, 2014, 2021,

....................... 2023, 2026, 2104, 2132

MGA ......................... 2029, 2065, 2113

MGN Technology ......................... 2013

Midland ........................................ 2053

Minolta ..................... 2055, 2056, 2107

Mitsubishi ..... 2029, 2055, 2056, 2065,

...................... 2066, 2067, 2068, 2069,

...................... 2070, 2071, 2072, 2073,

....................... 2074, 2106, 2113, 2123

Montgomery Ward ............. 2075, 2132

Motorola ............................. 2021, 2132

MTC ................................... 2013, 2126

Multitech ................. 2013, 2016, 2026,

........................................... 2053, 2061

NEC ............... 2009, 2010, 2011, 2016,

...................... 2018, 2064, 2076, 2078,

................................. 2079, 2111, 2123

Nikko ............................................ 2014

Noblex .......................................... 2013

Olympus ....................................... 2021

Optimus ............................. 2014, 2132

Optonica ....................................... 2096

Panasonic ...... 2021, 2022, 2109, 2125,

........................................... 2126, 2127

Pentax ..................... 2016, 2055, 2056,

........................................... 2107, 2120

Pentex Research .......................... 2018

Philco ................................ 2021, 2022,

........................................... 2062, 2063

Philips ............. 2021, 2062, 2096, 2124

Pilot .............................................. 2014

Pioneer .................... 2010, 2055, 2080,

........................................... 2081, 2123

Portland .......... 2016, 2017, 2019, 2110

Proscan ..... 2000 (VCR1), 2001 (VCR2),

..................................................... 2131

Protec ........................................... 2061

Pulsar ........................................... 2104

Quarter ......................................... 2011

Quartz .......................................... 2011

Quasar ...................... 2021, 2022, 2125

Radio Shack/Realistic ........ 2011, 2013,

................................ 2014, 2021, 2022,

................................ 2023, 2026, 2029,

................................ 2049, 2050, 2096,

..................................................... 2132

Radix ............................................ 2014

Randex ......................................... 2014

RCA ........... 2000 (VCR1), 2001 (VCR2),

...................... 2003, 2013, 2021, 2055,

...................... 2056, 2082, 2083, 2084,

...................... 2085, 2086, 2087, 2088,

...................... 2089, 2090, 2091, 2107,

.............................................................

2115, 2120, 2125,

........................................... 2131, 2133

Ricoh ............................................ 2128

Runco ........................................... 2104

Samsung ................. 2005, 2013, 2015,

................................. 2033, 2053, 2112

Sanky ................................. 2104, 2132

Sansui ............ 2010, 2092, 2111, 2123

Sanyo ....................... 2011, 2013, 2023

Scott .............. 2012, 2015, 2025, 2032,

....................... 2038, 2065, 2093, 2116

Sears ............. 2011, 2014, 2021, 2023,

...................... 2048, 2049, 2050, 2051,

....................... 2055, 2056, 2107, 2118

Sharp ............. 2017, 2029, 2094, 2095,

................................. 2096, 2097, 2132

Shintom .......... 2004, 2056, 2061, 2098

Shogun ......................................... 2013

Signature ...................................... 2132

Singer ....................... 2021, 2061, 2128

Sony ............... 2004, 2098, 2099, 2119

STS ..................................... 2021, 2107

Sylvania ................... 2021, 2022, 2026,

....................... 2062, 2063, 2065, 2124

Symphonic ................................... 2026

Tandy............................................ 2011

Tashiko ......................................... 2014

Tatung .......................................... 2111

Teac.......................... 2026, 2085, 2111

Technics ............................. 2021, 2109

Teknika .................... 2014, 2021, 2026,

........................................... 2100, 2129

TMK ......................... 2013, 2024, 2047

Toshiba .................... 2015, 2049, 2051,

....................... 2055, 2065, 2093, 2116

Totevision ........................... 2013, 2014

Unitech ......................................... 2013

Vector Research ................ 2009, 2010,

........................................... 2015, 2016

Victor ............................................ 2010

Video Concepts ................. 2009, 2010,

................................. 2015, 2016, 2113

Videosonic .................................... 2013

Wards ............ 2013, 2014, 2015, 2021,

...................... 2023, 2026, 2029, 2055,

...................... 2056, 2061, 2096, 2101,

................................ 2102, 2103, 2107,

........................................... 2116, 2132

XR-1000 ................... 2021, 2026, 2061

Yamaha .................... 2009, 2010, 2011,

........................................... 2018, 2111

Zenith ...................... 2004, 2098, 2104,

........................................... 2119, 2128

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Remote Control

Cable Box (AUX or

SAT•CABLE button)

ABC ...... 5002, 5003, 5004, 5006, 5053

Antronix .............................. 5008, 5009

Archer ...................... 5008, 5009, 5010

Cabletenna ................................... 5008

Cableview .................................... 5008

Colour Voice ....................... 5012, 5013

Comtronic .................................... 5014

Contec .......................................... 5016

Eastern ......................................... 5017

GC Electronics ............................. 5009

GE ...................................... 5000, 5001

Gemini ................................ 5018, 5019

General Instrument ...................... 5003

Hamlin ........... 5020, 5021, 5022, 5028,

........................................... 5035, 5045

Hitachi .......................................... 5003

Jerrold ........... 5003, 5018. 5023, 5024,

........................................... 5046, 5053

Magnavox .................................... 5025

Memorex ..................................... 5026

Movie Time .................................. 5027

NEC .............................................. 5005

NSC .............................................. 5027

Oak ..................................... 5016, 5029

Panasonic ........................... 5048, 5052

Philips ............ 5011, 5012, 5013, 5015,

............. 5019, 5025, 5030, 5031, 5032

Pioneer ............................... 5033, 5034

Proscan .............................. 5000, 5001

RCA ................ 5007, 5047, 5049, 5052

Realistic ........................................ 5009

Regal .................................. 5022, 5035

Regency ....................................... 5017

Rembrandt ................................... 5003

Samsung ...................................... 5034

Scientific Atlanta ............... 5006, 5036,

........................................... 5037, 5038

Signal ........................................... 5018

Signature ...................................... 5003

Sprucer ......................................... 5052

Standard Components ....... 5039, 5044

Starcom .............................. 5018, 5053

Stargate ........................................ 5018

Starquest ...................................... 5018

Tocom ................................ 5004, 5023

Tusa.............................................. 5018

TV86 ............................................. 5027

Unika .................................. 5008, 5009

United Cable ................................ 5053

Universal .................. 5008, 5009, 5010

Viewstar ............................. 5025, 5027

Zenith ................................. 5050, 5051

Satellite Receiver

(SAT•CABLE or AUX button)

Alphastar ...................................... 5079

Chapparal ........................... 5056, 5057

Dishnet ......................................... 5078

Drake .................................. 5058, 5059

Echostar ....................................... 5089

GE ................ 5000 (SAT1), 5001 (SAT2)

General Instruments ......... 5060, 5061,

..................................................... 5062

Hitachi ................................ 5083, 5084

Hughes Network ................ 5077, 5090

JVC ............................................... 5082

Panasonic ..................................... 5075

Philips ........................................... 5085

Primestar ...................................... 5076

Proscan ........ 5000 (SAT1), 5001 (SAT2)

RCA .............5000 (SAT1), 5001 (SAT2),

................................. 5071, 5080, 5081

Realistic ........................................ 5063

Sony ............................................. 5072

STS1 ............................................. 5064

STS2 ............................................. 5065

STS3 ............................................. 5066

STS4 ............................................. 5067

Toshiba ............................... 5068, 5073

Uniden ................................ 5069, 5086

DVD (DVD or AUX button)

Aiwa ............................................. 3009

Apex ................................... 3023, 3057

Daewoo ........................................ 3024

Emerson ............................. 3025, 3026

Funai ............................................ 3026

GE ........................... 3000, 3001, 3027,

................................. 3036, 3038, 3049

.................................... (Portable), 3055

Go Video ...................................... 3054

Hitachi ................................ 3008, 3058

JVC ................. 3002, 3010, 3031, 3051

Kenwood ...................................... 3059

Konka ................................. 3011, 3012

Magnavox .......................... 3003, 3028

Memorex ..................................... 3029

Mintek .......................................... 3030

Mitsubishi 3004 ...................................

NAD ............................................. 3025

Onkyo ........................................... 3032

Oritron .......................................... 3037

Panasonic ........................... 3013, 3033

Philips ............. 3003, 3019, 3021, 3022

Pioneer ..................... 3005, 3034, 3035

Proscan ................... 3000, 3001, 3027,

................................. 3036, 3038, 3049

.................................... (Portable), 3055

Qwestar ....................................... 3037

RCA ......................... 3000, 3001, 3027,

................................. 3036, 3038, 3049

.................................... (Portable), 3055

Samsung ........ 3056, 3060, 3061, 3062

Sansui .......................................... 3044

Sanyo ................................. 3014, 3052

Sharp ........................ 3039, 3041, 3050

Sony ........................ 3006, 3015, 3016,

................................. 3040, 3042, 3043

Sylvania ........................................ 3026

Toshiba .............................. 3007, 3017,

....................... 3020, 3045, 3046, 3047

Zenith ....................... 3018, 3048, 3053

DVD/VCR Combo

(DVD or AUX button or DVD;

VCR1, VCR2, or AUX for VCR)

Go Video ........ (DVD) 3054, (VCR) 2134

JVC ................. (DVD) 3051, (VCR) 2135

RCA ................. (DVD) 3055, (VCR)2136

Samsung ........ (DVD) 3056, (VCR) 2137

Sanyo ............. (DVD) 3052, (VCR) 2138

Zenith ............. (DVD) 3053, (VCR) 2139

LaserDisc

(VCR1, VCR2, and AUX button)

RCA .............................................. 2133

Audio (AUX button only)

RCA and Dimensia

AM/FM ..................................... 4003

Aux ........................................... 4004

Phono ....................................... 4005

CD ............................................ 4007

Tape ......................................... 4006

Receivers

Aiwa .......... 4261, 4262, 4263, 4264,

................... 4265, 4266, 4267, 4277

Denon ...................................... 4283

Harman Kardon ........................ 4276

JBL ........................................... 4276

JVC .......................................... 4268

Kenwood .................................. 4269

Onkyo ...................................... 4278

Optimus ................................... 4284

Panasonic ....................... 4279, 4280

Pioneer ..................................... 4275

RCA .......................................... 4270

Sherwood ................................ 4282

Sony ...................... 4271, 4272,4281

Technics ......................... 4279, 4380

Wards ....................................... 4275

Yamaha ................ 4273, 4274, 4275

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Installation and Connections

Installation of the Unit

Installation using a stand or wall mount bracket

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

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

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

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

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

• For custom installation, please consult the dealer where the
unit was purchased.

Note for U.S. customers:

If you prefer, we can provide you with the name of an Authorized
Service Representative who will visit your home for a fee to
install your electronic entertainment system and to instruct you
in its operation. For details about this service, call
1-888-206-3359.

For additional assistance while using your RCA Scenium product,
please visit www.rcascenium.com/customersupport.

Wall-mount installation of the unit

This unit has been designed with bolt holes for
wall-mount installation, etc.. The installation holes that
can be used are shown in the diagram below.

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

• Use bolts that are long enough to be inserted 1/2 inch
(12 mm) to 11/16 inch (18 mm) into the main unit from
the attaching surface for both a holes and b holes.
Refer to the side view diagram below.

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

CAUTION

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

CAUTION

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

b hole

Air vents (fan)

Attaching surface

Installation
bracket, etc..

a hole

Bolt

1/2 inches (12 mm) to
11/16 inches (18 mm)

Bolt

a hole

Center line

Rear view diagram

a hole

Main unit

Center line

b hole

b hole

1/2 inch (12 mm) to
11/16 inch (18 mm)

Side view diagram

CAUTION

This monitor unit weighs approximately 90 lbs (41 kg) and has little front-to-back depth, making it very unstable when stood
on edge. As a result, two or more persons should cooperate when unpacking, moving, or installing the monitor.

CAUTION

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

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Installation and Connections

About the Input Connectors
on this Unit

Consult the following chart when making connections to
your plasma monitor (pages 16-20).

Connected
component and signals

AV

Personal

computer

*1 Although INPUT1/INPUT2 are compatible with various kinds of

signals, setup using the on-screen menu is necessary after
connections are made in order match the characteristics of the
source component (pages 25-26).

*2 INPUT1 is compatible with Microsoft’s Plug & Play (VESA DDC

1/2B).

*3 Depending on the video output board of the computer, this type

of connection may not be possible.

*4 VESA DDC 2B only.

Input Connector

DVI
Analog RGB

Component video

component

S video

Composite video

Analog RGB

S video

(PC)

Composite video

INPUT

*1

1

INPUT

*2

INPUT

*1

2

INPUT

3

4

*3

*3

INPUT

5

Connection to AV components

Connection to AV component that has
component video jacks

Make component video connections for AV components
such as DVD and LD players or similar components with
component video output capability.

*4

For audio connections, see page 22.

When connecting to INPUT1

INPUT1

ANALOG RGB (ANALOG RGB)

OUTPUT

Connection to INPUT1 and
INPUT2

Various components can be connected to the INPUT1 and
INPUT2 terminals. After connections are made, on-screen setup
is necessary to match the characteristics of the connected
component. Please see pages 25-26 for on-screen setup after
connection.

INPUT2 terminal

Output source

Video component/
Personal
computer (PC)
with RGB output

Video component
with component
video output

: Do not connect anything. : Connect to this jack.

Note

Components compatible with INPUT1 are also compatible with INPUT2.
When making connections to INPUT1, please refer to supplement 4 on
page 47.

[ON SYNC]

GBR

G with SYNC

GBR

YCB/PB CR/PR

B

B

R

RG

[H/V SYNC]

HD VD

H/V SYNC

HD

VD

On-screen setup is necessary after connection. Please
see pages 25-26.

When connecting to INPUT2

(ON SYNC) (H/V SYNC)

GBRHD VD

INPUT2

75 2.2

Ô

Ω kΩ

Use the supplied BNC to RCA phono
jack adapters, if necessary.

Connect the Y signal to the G terminal, the CB/PB signal to
the B terminal, and the C

R/PR signal to the R terminal.

On-screen setup is necessary after connection. Please
see pages 25-26.

For the screen sizes and input signals that INPUT1 and
INPUT2 are compatible with, please refer to
supplement 1 (page 45) and supplement 2 (page 46).

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Installation and Connections

Connection to AV components
(continued)

Connection of G with SYNC analog RGB source

Make G with SYNC connections for a component with
output that has the synchronization signal combined with
the green signal.

When connecting to INPUT1

INPUT1

ANALOG RGB (ANALOG RGB)

On screen setup is necessary after connection.
Please see pages 25-26.

OUTPUT

Connection of composite SYNC analog RGB
source

Make composite SYNC connections for a component
with output that has the vertical synchronization signal
combined with the horizontal synchronization signal.

When connecting to INPUT1

INPUT1

ANALOG RGB (ANALOG RGB)

On-screen setup is necessary after connection.
Please see pages 25-26.

When connecting to INPUT2

OUTPUT

When connecting to INPUT2

(ON SYNC) (H/V SYNC)

GBRHD VD

INPUT2

75 2.2

Ô

Ω kΩ

Use the supplied BNC to RCA phono
jack adapters, if necessary.

On screen setup is necessary after connection.
Please see pages 25-26.

Note

When making G with SYNC connections, do not make any
connections to the VD or HD terminals. If connections are made,
the picture may be not displayed normally.

(ON SYNC) (H/V SYNC)

GBRHDVD

INPUT2

75 2.2

Ô

Ω kΩ

Use the supplied BNC to RCA phono
jack adapters, if necessary.

When using INPUT2, set the impedance selector switch
to match the output impedance of the connected
component’s synchronization signal.
When the output impedance of the component’s
synchronization signal is 75 Ω, set this switch to the 75 Ω
position.
On-screen setup is necessary after connection.
Please see pages 25-26.

Note

When making composite SYNC connections, do not connect
anything to the VD terminal. If connected to, the picture may not
be displayed properly.

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Installation and Connections

Connection to a personal
computer

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

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

For the PC input signals and screen sizes that this unit is
compatible with, please refer to supplement 1 (page 45).

For audio connections, see page 22.

Connection of separate SYNC analog RGB
source

Make separate SYNC connections for a personal
computer that has RGB output separated into 5 output
signals: green, blue, red, horizontal synchronization signal,
and vertical synchronization signal.

When connecting to INPUT2

(ON SYNC) (H/V SYNC)

GBRHDVD

INPUT2

75 2.2

Ô

Ω kΩ

When connecting to INPUT1

INPUT1

ANALOG RGB (ANALOG RGB)

OUTPUT

Connect the cable corresponding to the shape of the
input terminal on this unit and the personal computer’s
output terminal.
Secure by tightening the terminal screws on both units.

After connecting, on-screen setup is necessary.
Please see pages 25-26.

Note

Depending on the type of computer model being connected, a
conversion connector or adapter etc. provided with the computer
or sold separately may be necessary.
For details, please read your PC’s instruction manual or consult
the maker or nearest dealer of your computer.

Use the supplied BNC to
RCA jackphono adapters,
if necessary.

When using INPUT2, set the impedance selector switch
to match the output impedance of the connected
computer’s synchronization signal.
When the output impedance of the computer’s
synchronization signal is 75 Ω, set this switch to the 75 Ω
position.

On-screen setup is necessary after connection.
Please see pages 25-26.

When connecting to OUTPUT (INPUT1)

INPUT1

ANALOG RGB (ANALOG RGB)

OUTPUT

To an external monitor

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

Note

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

18

Installation and Connections

Connection to a personal
computer
(continued)

Connection of G with SYNC analog RGB source

Make G with SYNC connections for a personal computer
with output that has the synchronization signal combined
with the green signal.

When connecting to INPUT1

INPUT1

ANALOG RGB (ANALOG RGB)

OUTPUT

Connection of composite SYNC analog RGB
source

Make composite SYNC connections for a personal
computer with output that has the vertical
synchronization signal combined with the horizontal
synchronization signal.

When connecting to INPUT1

INPUT1

ANALOG RGB (ANALOG RGB)

On-screen setup is necessary after connection.
Please see pages 25-26.

OUTPUT

On screen setup is necessary after connection.
Please see pages 25-26.

When connecting to INPUT2

(ON SYNC) (H/V SYNC)

GBRHD VD

INPUT2

75 2.2

Ô

Ω kΩ

Use the supplied BNC to RCA jack
phono adapters, if necessary.

On screen setup is necessary after connection.
Please see pages 25-26.

Note

When making G with SYNC connections, do not make any
connections to the VD or HD terminals. If connections are made,
the picture may be not displayed normally.

When connecting to INPUT2

(ON SYNC) (H/V SYNC)

GBRHDVD

Use the supplied BNC to RCA jack

INPUT2

75 2.2

Ô

Ω kΩ

phono adapters, if necessary.

When using INPUT2, set the impedance selector switch
to match the output impedance of the connected
computer’s synchronization signal.
When the output impedance of the computer’s
synchronization signal is 75 Ω, set this switch to the 75 Ω
position.
On-screen setup is necessary after connection.
Please see pages 25-26.

Notes

• When making composite SYNC connections, do not connect
anything to the VD terminal. If connected, the picture may not
be displayed properly.

• On some types of Macintosh® components, G with SYNC and
composite SYNC are both output. With this type of
component, please connect using the G ON SYNC connection.

19

Installation and Connections

Connection to INPUT3

Connect an AV component that has S-video output
terminal to the S-VIDEO input terminal.

INPUT3

AUDIO

R

S-VIDEO

L

AV component

Connection to INPUT4

Connect an AV component that has a video output
terminal to the INPUT4 terminal.

INPUT4

AUDIO

R

VIDEO

L

AV component

Connection to INPUT5

Connect an AV component that has a DVI video output
terminal to the INPUT5 DVI terminal.

AUDIO

INPUT5

DVI VIDEO

R

L

AV component

20

Installation and Connections

About HDTV Set Top Box Connection

To ensure proper connection, please carefully read the instruction manual supplied with the HDTV set top box.

The set top box output signals that this monitor is compatible with are as follows.

Video
signal type

HDTV

SDTV

Video signal

1080i

720p

480i

480p

Video
signal format

Component

RGB

Digital

Composite

S Video

Component

RGB

Component

RGB

Digital

Terminals where connection is possible

INPUT1

INPUT4INPUT3INPUT2

INPUT5

21

Installation and Connections

Audio Connections

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

Connecting the speakers

This unit is equipped with a 5W+5W internal amplifier. If
speakers are to be connected to the unit, following the
accompanying connection instructions.

10 mm

Note

When making speaker connections, be sure to match the
polarities (+ and –) of the speaker terminals on this unit and the
corresponding terminals on the speakers. If the polarity is
reversed, the sound will be unnatural and lack bass.

Twist exposed
wire strands
together.

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

Audio connections for component (computer)
connected to INPUT 1 or INPUT 2

75 2.2

Ô

Ω kΩ

AUDIO

INPUT

(INPUT1/2)

OUTPUT

VD

Use the supplied stereo mini to RCA
plugs cable.

Audio input to the AUDIO INPUT terminal (stereo mini
jack) is possible for a component connected to either
INPUT1 or INPUT2.
Sound is output from both the AUDIO OUTPUT terminal
(stereo mini jack) and the SPEAKER terminals according
to the video input selection.

Making connections to the audio inputs on this
unit

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

Video

input

INPUT1

INPUT2

INPUT3

INPUT4

INPUT 5

Audio input

terminal

Stereo mini jack

(L/R)

RCA jacks (L/R)

RCA jacks (L/R)

RCA jacks (L/R)

Sound output

Sound of the selected video

input is output from the

• SPEAKER terminals

• Stereo mini jack (L/R).

Audio connection for component connected to
INPUT3

INPUT3

AUDIO

R

S-VIDEO

L

Audio input to the AUDIO INPUT3 terminals (pin jacks (L/
R)) is possible for a component connected to INPUT3.
Sound is output from both the AUDIO OUTPUT terminal
(stereo mini jack (L/R)) and the SPEAKER terminals
according to the video input selection.

22

Audio connection for component connected to
INPUT4

INPUT4

AUDIO

R

VIDEO

L

Audio input to the AUDIO INPUT4 terminals (pin jacks (L/
R)) is possible for a component connected to INPUT4.
Sound is output from both the AUDIO OUTPUT terminal
(stereo mini jack (L/R)) and the SPEAKER terminals
according to the video input selection.

Installation and Connections

Audio connection for component connected to
INPUT5

DVI VIDEO

R

L

AUDIO

INPUT5

Audio input to the AUDIO INPUT5 terminals (RCA jacks
(L/R)) is possible for a component connected to INPUT5.
Sound is output from both the AUDIO OUTPUT terminal
(stereo mini jack (L/R)) and the SPEAKER terminals
according to the video input selection.

23

Installation and Connections

Power Cord Connection

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

1

2

1 Connect the power cord to this unit.

2 Plug the power cord into a power outlet.

CAUTION

÷ Use only the power cord provided.

÷ Do not use a power supply voltage other than that indicated

(AC 120 V, 60 Hz) as this may cause fire or electric shock.

÷ For the plasma monitor, a three-wire power cord with a ground

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

24

Setting Up the System

Setup after Connection

After components have been connected to INPUT1 or
INPUT2, on-screen setup is necessary.
Follow the procedure described below and make settings
as they apply to the type of components connected.

Setting the Screen Mode/Input
Signal Format

Notes

• The Screen Mode setting (steps 6 – 7) is required only when

using the following input signal refresh rates: 1 31.5 kHz
horizontal / 60 Hz vertical; 2 48.4 kHz horizontal / 60 Hz
vertical; 3 56.5 kHz horizontal / 70 Hz vertical. No setup is
necessary for signals with other refresh rates, since
adjustments are performed automatically (the SETTING item
will not be displayed).

• The Input Signal Format setting (steps 8 – 9) is required only
when using a video signal. It is not supported when using a
computer signal, or when the Screen Mode setting has been
used to select a mode other than VIDEO.

1 Switch the main power switch on the connection

panel to the on position to turn on the unit’s main
power.

The STANDBY/ON indicator lights red.

5 Press / to select SET UP.

MAIN MENU INPUT1

PICTURE

SET UP

COLOR T MEP
DIGITAL NR
HIGH CO TNRA TS
FILM MODE
CLAM
SETT I N
V

IDEO

SELECT CHANGE EXIT

[When using a computer signal]

MAIN MENU INPUT1

PICTURE

SCREEN

AUTO POWER
CLAMP
SETT I N

PSITIONO
G
SIGNAL

OK

PSITIONO
G

OF FAUTOPPOWER

O

OPTION

:

O

FF

:

M

IDDLE

:

L

OW

:

O

FF

:

O

FF

:

A

UTO

:

V

IDEO

:

R

GB

CLEAR

SET UP OPTION

:

O

FF

FF

:

A

UTO

:

V

GA

6 Press / to select SETTING, then press OK.

MAIN MENU INPUT1

PICTURE

SET UP

COLOR T MEP
DIGITAL NR
HIGH CO TNRATS
FILM MODE
CLAM

SETT I N

V

IDEO

PSITIONO

G

SIGNAL

OPTION

OF FAUTOPPOWER

:

O

:

M

:

L

:

O

:

O

:

A

:

V

:

R

FF

IDDLE
OW
FF
FF
UTO

IDEO

GB

2 Press POWER to put the unit in the operation

mode.

The STANDBY/ON indicator turns green.

3 Select INPUT1 or INPUT2.

4 Press MENU to display the menu screen.

The menu screen appears.

MAIN MENU INPUT1

0

0
0
0
0

OK

0

0

+

6

0

+

60

+

60

0
0

OPTION

CLEAR

SET UP OPTION

PICTURE

CONT RAST

BRIGHTNESS
CO LOR
TINT

SHARPNESS

RSETE

SET UP

:

:
:
:
:

SELECT ENTER EXIT

[When using a computer signal]

MAIN MENU INPUT1

PICTURE

CONT RAST

BR

IGHTNESS

RLEVEL

.
GLEVEL.
BLEVEL.
HENHANCE.
VENHAN CE.

RSETE

SCREEN

:

:
:
:
:
:
:

SELECT CHANGE EXIT

OK

CLEAR

[When using a computer signal]

MAIN MENU INPUT1

PICTURE

POWER
CLAMP

SETT I N

SCREEN

MNAGEMEA

PSITIONO

G

SET UP OPTION

:

N

O

T

FF

:

A

UTO

:

V

GA

7 Press / to select the display mode.

When a component other than a personal computer is
connected, set to “VIDEO”.

:

SETT I NG

SELEC

T

1 When the input signal has a refresh rate of 31.5 kHz

(horizontal) and 60 Hz (vertical), pressing
cause the display mode to change alternately as
follows:

2 When the input signal has a refresh rate of 48.4 kHz

(horizontal) and 60 Hz (vertical), pressing
cause the display mode to change alternately as
follows:

VIDE

O

K

VIDEO

O

SE

T

VGA

XGA

W-XGA

CLEAR

W-VGA

EXI

T

/ will

/ will

25

Setting Up the System

3 When the input signal has a refresh rate of 56.5 kHz

(horizontal) and 70 Hz (vertical), pressing

/ will
cause the display mode to change alternately as
follows:

XGA

W-XGA

8 When using a video signal (When VIDEO is selected),

press

/ to select VIDEO SIGNAL.

MAIN MENU INPUT1

PICTURE

SET UP

COLOR T MEP
DIGITAL NR
HIGH CO TNRA TS
FILM MODE
CLAM
SETT I N

V

IDEO

SELECT CHANGE EXIT

PSITIONO
G

SIGNAL

OK

OPTION

OF FAUTOPPOWER

:

O

:

M

:

L

:

O

:

O

:

A

:

V

:

R

FF

IDDLE
OW
FF
FF
UTO

IDEO

GB

CLEAR

9 Press OK repeatedly to select the input signal

format.

Selection will change as follows each time OK is
pressed.

RGB

COMPONENT

The table below shows what settings are appropriate
and available for the type of connections made.

Set SETTING and VIDEO SIGNAL as follows.

SET UP

Connected

component

Component video output
of a DVD player, etc.

RGB video output of a
video deck etc., with RGB
output

RGB video output of a PC

SETTING

VIDEO

VIDEO

VGA
W-VGA
XGA
W-XGA

VIDEO SIGNAL

COMPONENT

RGB

10 When the setup is completed, press CLEAR to exit

the menu screen.

Note

Make this setup for each input (INPUT1 and INPUT2).

CLAMP POSITION setup

Depending on the signal, analog RGB signals may result
in the screen image appearing with a whitish or greenish
cast. In such cases, set “CLAMP POSITION” to LOCKED.

• Normally, leave this setting at AUTO.

Setup of CLAMP POSITION

1 Press MENU to display the menu screen.

The menu screen appears.

MAIN MENU INPUT1

PICTURE

CONT RAST

BR

IGHTNESS

RLEVEL

.
GLEVEL.
BLEVEL.
HENHANCE.
VENHAN CE.

RSETE

SCREEN

:

:
:
:
:
:
:

SELECT ENTER EXIT

2 Press / to select SET UP.

MAIN MENU INPUT1

PICTURE

SCREEN

AUTO POWER
CLAMP
SETT I N

3 Press / to select CLAMP POSITION.

MAIN MENU INPUT1

PICTURE

POWER

CL AMP

SETT I N

SCREEN

MNAGEMEA

PSITIONO

G

4 Press OK to select LOCKED.

MAIN MENU INPUT1

PICTURE

POWER

CL AMP

SETT I N

SCREEN

MNAGEMEA

PSITIONO

G

Mode selection will change as follows each time OK
is pressed.

3 AUTO

LOCKED 2

5 When the setup is completed, press CLEAR to exit

the menu screen.

Notes

• Make this CLAMP POSITION setting for each applicable input
(INPUT1 and INPUT2).

• When using this setup, be sure to carefully check the signal
output of the component that you are using. For details, please
refer to the instruction manual supplied with the component
you are connecting.

0

0

+

6

0

+

60

+

60

0
0

OK

O
PSITIONO
G

SET UP OPTION

SET UP OPTION

SET UP OPTION

CLEAR

SET UP OPTION

:

O

FF

FF

:

A

UTO

:

V

GA

:

N

O

T

FF

:

A

UTO

:

V

GA

:

N

O

T

FF

:

L

OCKED

:

V

GA

26

Selecting an Input Source

:

085

512 684

k

HzfV .

:

1717

HzfH .

POUSUPNSREDTINALG

CAU I O NT

FULL

INPUT

1

X

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

Before you begin, make sure you have:

• Made connections between this unit and AV components
or personal computer as described in the section
“Installation and Connections” starting on page 8.

• Set up the on-screen menu to input signals from
components connected to INPUT1 and INPUT2 as
described in the section “Setting Up the System” on
page 25.
If no connections are made to these terminals,
on-screen setup is not necessary.

ON•OFF

VCR

1

MONITOR

SAT•CABLE

AUX

VCR

2

DVD

MUTE

CINEMA

H

+

C

V

L

O

O

L

V

C

–

H

A

AUTO SET

1

4

7

REPEAT

POWER

INPUT

Main Unit Operating Panel

CINEMA

– VOLUME +

Remote Control

1 Switch the main power switch on the main unit to

the on position to turn the main power on.

The STANDBY/ON indicator lights red.

2 Press POWER to put this unit in the operation mode.

The STANDBY/ON indicator turns green.

GUIDE

OK

Z

O

MENU

2

5

8

INPUT

0

PLAY FORWARDREVERSE

STOP PAUSE

RECORD

AUDIO

DVD

u n i v e r s a l

O

M

ANGLE OPEN

GO BACK

3

6

9

ANTENNA

INFO

CLEAR

Operations

3 Press INPUT on the remote control unit or the

main unit to select the input.

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

3 INPUT1

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

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

4 Use the VOL buttons on the remote control or the

VOLUME –/ + buttons on the front of the monitor
to adjust the volume.

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

5 When viewing is finished, press POWER to put the

unit in standby mode.

The STANDBY/ON indicator will blink and then remain
lit (red) indicating that the standby mode is engaged
(no operation will be possible).

6 Use the main power switch on the back of the

monitor to turn the power off.

The STANDBY/ON indicator may continue to light for a
short while even after the main power is turned off.

CAUTION

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

3 INPUT2

INPUT5 2

CAU I O NT
TOU NOARFGE

:
:

––––

INPUT4 2

k

7715

HzfH .

HzfV .

020

3INPUT3

INPUT

1

FULL

27

Operations

To adjust the volume

Use the VOL buttons on the remote control or
the VOLUME – / + buttons on the front of the
monitor.

Use the VOLUME buttons to adjust the volume of the
connected speakers.

:

VOLUME

5

To mute the sound

Press MUTE on the remote control.

Press MUTE again to restore the sound.
Muting is automatically canceled about 8 minutes after
the button is pressed, and the volume level is adjusted to
the minimum level.
Use the VOL buttons on the remote or the
VOLUME – / + buttons on the front of the monitor to
adjust the volume to the desired level.

To confirm display settings

Press INFO on the remote control unit.

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

INPUT

1

:

k

531
060

X

460 840

HzfH .

HzfV .

ODBYTDOT

:

Note

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

28

Operations

Screen Size Selection

This unit incorporates screen modes of various height and
width ratios. For optimal viewing, we recommend that
you select the screen mode that best matches the video
source that you are viewing.

Changing the screen size

The size of the picture or the picture’s range projected on
the screen can be changed between 4 screen sizes
described in the table on this page.

Press CINEMA to select the size.

The screen size changes each time CINEMA is pressed
as follows.

[During video signal input]

3 WIDE 3 4:3

ZOOM 2

[During personal computer signal input]

3 DOT BY DOT 3 4:3

FULL 2

Consult the table Computer Signal Formats Supported
(page 45) for information regarding screen sizes
supported by each signal format.

FULL 2

During video signal input

How the picture looks

WIDE

4:3

FULL

ZOOM

During personal computer signal input

1 DOT BY DOT

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

Suitable for when viewing news or

sports programs. Movies or sports

programs can be viewed with an

expansive powerful image.

Suitable for when viewing news or
sitcoms. The video software can be
viewed in its original screen frame
size. (To prevent screen burn on this
monitor, the displayed position of the
screen frame will be slightly different
each time the power is turned on.)

Suitable for squeezed wide screen

images.

Mainly suitable for viewing
Cinemascope, Letterbox, and other
such movie images.
Provides a more expansive, powerful
image.

Notes

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

• Be aware that when the monitor is used for commercial or
public viewing purposes, selecting the WIDE, ZOOM or FULL
mode settings may violate the rights of authors protected
under copyright law.

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

Moving the screen position
upward or downward

When a vista size movie etc., is viewed at the ZOOM
setting, the image may not be centered on the screen,
and may extend past the edge of the screen.
In this case, adjust the screen to a clearly viewable
position using

/ .

Automatic screen size

When a High-Definition Television signal (1080i or 720p) is
detected, the screen size is automatically changed to
FULL.

A

640 dots

1280 dots

2 4:3

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

A

480

768

lines

lines

(Illustration shows
640 x 480 input.)

3 FULL

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

A

29

Operations

Partial Image Enlargement
(Zoom)

This monitor allows any one of nine screen areas (AREA 1
to AREA 9) to be selected and enlarged to x1.5, x2, x3, or
x4. When performing point zoom enlargement, the

direction buttons (
enlarged portion up-down and right-left.

Notes

• The ZOOM function is supported only when the input signal is
from a computer.

• Whenever ZOOM is selected, the screen size automatically
changes to FULL.

1 Press the remote control’s OK/ZOOM button.

/ / / ) can be used to move the

2 Press / / / as required to select the desired

screen area (AREA 1 to AREA 9).

3 Press OK/ZOOM to select the zoom ratio.

Pressing OK/ZOOM repeatedly changes the zoom
ratio in the following order:

3 x 1.5

x 4.0 2

3 x 2.0

x 3.0 2

• When the zoom ratio is changed, the screen image
is enlarged based on the screen center.

•

/ / / can be used to move the enlarged

portion up-down and right-left.

• If no operation is undertaken for three seconds or
more, the display screen will disappear.

SET or

/ / / can be pressed again if desired

to change the zoom ratio or display position.

4 Press CLEAR to cancel the zoom.

The zoom function will also be canceled whenever the
input signal changes, the menu screen is displayed, or
the input changes.

SELEC

AREA 1 display range

AREA 1

x 4.0

x 2.0

x 1.5

AREA 4 display range

AREA 4

x 4.0

x 2.0

x 1.5

AREA 7 display range

T

CLEAR

O

K

x 3.0

x 3.0

EXI
ZOOM

T

AREA 2 display range

AREA 5 display range

AREA 8 display range

AREA 2

x 4.0

x 2.0

x 1.5

AREA 5

x 4.0

x 2.0

x 1.5

AREA 3 display range

x 3.0

x 3.0

AREA 6 display range

x 3.0

x 3.0

AREA 9 display range

AREA 3

x 4.0

x 2.0

x 1.5

AREA 6

x 4.0

x 2.0

x 1.5

AREA 7

x 4.0

x 2.0

x 1.5

x 3.0

30

AREA 8

x 4.0

x 2.0

x 1.5

x 3.0

x 3.0

AREA 9

x 4.0

x 2.0

x 1.5

Operations

Automatic Power OFF

This monitor is equipped with automatic power­management and auto-power-off functions, which allow
the unit to automatically switch to power-saving mode
when no sync signal is detected.
(A warning message appears onscreen before these
functions operate.)

Notes

• Power Management settings are supported only when a
computer signal is input to INPUT1 and INPUT2.

• The auto-power-off function can be used only in those cases
other than the inputs used in the preceding item.

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

1 Press MENU to display the menu screen.

MAIN MENU INPUT1

PICTURE

CONT RAST

BR

IGHTNESS

RLEVEL

.
GLEVEL.
BLEVEL.
HENHANCE.
VENHAN CE.

RSETE

SCREEN

:

:
:
:
:
:
:

SELECT ENTER EXIT

2 Press / to select SET UP.

[When computer signal is input to INPUT 1]

MAIN MENU INPUT1

PICTURE

[In all other cases]

MAIN MENU INPUT2

PICTURE

SCREEN

AUTO POWER

CLAMP
SETT I N

SELECT CHANGE EXIT

SCREEN

AUTO POWER

CLAMP
SETT I N

+
+
+

PSITIONO
G

PSITIONO
G

6
60
60

0

0
0

0
0

OK

O

OK

O

SET UP OPTION

CLEAR

SET UP OPTION

:

O

FF

FF

:

A

UTO

:

V

GA

CLEAR

SET UP OPTION

:

O

FF

FF

:

A

UTO

:

V

GA

3 Press / to select either the POWER

MANAGEMENT or AUTO POWER OFF mode.
[When computer signal is input to INPUT1]

MAIN MENU INPUT1

PICTURE

SCREEN

POWER

MNAGEMEA

CLAMP

PSITIONO

SETT I N

G

SELECT CHANGE EXIT

SET UP OPTION

N

T

OK

:

:
:

O

A
V

FF

UTO
GA

CLEAR

[In all other cases]

MAIN MENU INPUT2

PICTURE

SCREEN

AUTO POWER

CLAMP
SETT I N

SET UP OPTION

O

PSITIONO
G

FF

:

O

FF

:

A

UTO

:

V

GA

4 Press OK to confirm selection of the POWER

MANAGEMENT or AUTO POWER OFF.

• When OFF is selected, the monitor will continue in
operating mode, regardless of the presence/
absence of an input sync signal.

• When POWER MANAGEMENT: ON is selected, if
a sync signal is not detected, a warning message is
displayed for 8 seconds, after which the monitor
automatically enters the power-saving mode (*1)
and the STANDBY/ON indicator flashes green. If a
sync signal (*2) is input again later, the plasma
monitor automatically returns to normal operating
mode.

*1. Power consumption about 1W
*2. Except when input signal is G with SYNC or composite

SYNC

• When AUTO POWER OFF: ON is selected, if no
sync signal is detected for 8 minutes or more, a
warning message will be displayed for 30 seconds,
after which the unit's power will switch to
STANDBY mode.

3 OFF

ON 2

5 When the setup is finished, press CLEAR to exit

the menu screen.

Note

The POWER MANAGEMENT and AUTO POWER OFF functions
must be set individually for each input (INPUT 1–5).

SELECT CHANGE EXIT

OK

CLEAR

To return to operating mode:

• To return to normal operation from POWER
MANAGEMENT mode: either operate the computer,

or press INPUT on the main unit operating panel or
remote control.

• To return to normal operation from AUTO POWER
OFF mode: Press STANDBY/ON on the front of the
monitor or ON•OFF on the remote control.

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Monitor Panel Adjustments

Adjusting the Picture Quality

Note

Make these adjustments for each input (INPUT1 to INPUT5) and
signals.

PICTURE menu adjustment items

Below are brief descriptions of the options that can be set
in the PICTURE menu.

[When video signal is input]

CONTRAST ············· Adjust according to the surrounding

brightness so that the picture can be
seen clearly.

BRIGHTNESS ·········· Adjust so that the dark parts of the

picture can be seen clearly.

COLOR ···················· Adjust to the desired depth. (Setting

to a slightly deeper color will create
a natural looking picture.)

TINT························· Adjust so that flesh tones look

normal.

SHARPNESS ··········· Normally set to the center position.

To create a softer picture, set to the
left of center. To create a sharper
picture, set to the right of center.

[When computer signal is input to INPUT 1 or 2]

MAIN MENU INPUT1

PICTURE

CONT RAST

BR

IGHTNESS

RLEVEL

.
GLEVEL.
BLEVEL.
HENHANCE.
VENHAN CE.

RSETE

SCREEN

:

:
:
:
:
:
:

SELECT ENTER EXIT

0

0

+

6

0

+

60

+

60

0
0

OK

SET UP OPTION

CLEAR

2 Press / to select the adjustment item, then

press OK.

MAIN MENU INPUT1

PICTURE

CONT RAST

BRIGHTNESS

COLOR
TINT
SHARPNESS

RSETE

SCREEN

:

:

:
:
:

SELECT ENTER EXIT

SET UP

0

0

0
0
0

OK

CLEAR

3 Press / to adjust the picture quality as desired.

[When computer signal is input to INPUT 1 or 2]

CONTRAST ············· Adjust according to the surrounding

brightness so that the picture can be
seen clearly.

BRIGHTNESS ·········· Adjust so that the dark parts of the

picture can be seen clearly.

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

picture.

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

picture.

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

picture.

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

direction.

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

direction.

1 Press MENU to display the menu screen.

MAIN MENU INPUT1

PICTURE

CONT RAST

BRIGHTNESS
CO LOR
TINT
SHARPNESS

RSETE

SET UP

:

:
:
:
:

OPTION

0

0
0
0
0

:

BR I GHT NESS

ADJUST SET EXIT

0

OK

CLEAR

4 Press OK.

Pressing OK writes the value into the memory and
returns the monitor to the step 2 screen.

5 When the setup is finished, press CLEAR to exit

the menu screen.

To reset PICTURE menu settings to the default

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

1 In step 2 in the previous procedure, press / to

select RESET, then press OK.

PICTURE RESE

S

YE

SELEC

T

T?

NO

O

K

CLEAR

SE

T

EXI

T

SELECT ENTER EXIT

OK

32

CLEAR

2 Press / to select YES, and press OK.

All PICTURE menu settings are returned to the factory
set default.

Monitor Panel Adjustments

Adjusting the Image Position
and Clock (Automatic
Adjustment)

Pressing AUTO SET on the remote control unit will adjust
the screen position and clock to optimum values.

Notes

• This adjustment is supported only when a computer signal is
used.

• Perform this adjustment individually for each input function
(INPUT1 or INPUT2), and each signal type.

• Optimum settings may not be possible for low­luminance and certain other kinds of signals. In this
case, following the instructions in the following section
“Manual Adjustment of Screen Position and Clock”
to make more precise adjustments.

Manual Adjustment of Screen
Position and Clock

Note

Make these adjustments for each input (INPUT1 to INPUT5) and
signals.

SCREEN menu adjustment items

Below are brief descriptions of the options that can be set
in the SCREEN menu.
POSITION (INPUT1-5)

H.POSITION ·········· Adjust the picture’s position to the

left or right.

V.POSITION ·········· Adjust the picture’s position upward

or downward.

CLOCK/PHASE (INPUT1 and INPUT2 in PC mode)

CLOCK ·················· Adjust letter breakup or noise on the

screen. This setting adjusts the
unit’s internal clock signal
frequency that corresponds to the
input video signal.

PHASE ·················· Adjust so that there is minimum

flicker of screen letters or color
misalignment. This setting adjusts
the phase of the internal clock
signal adjusted by the CLOCK
setting.

1 Press MENU to display the menu screen.

MAIN MENU INPUT1

PICTURE

CONT RAST

BR

IGHTNESS

RLEVEL

.
GLEVEL.
BLEVEL.
HENHANCE.
VENHAN CE.

RSETE

SCREEN

:

:
:
:
:
:
:

SELECT ENTER EXIT

0

0

+

6

0

+

60

+

60

0
0

OK

SET UP OPTION

CLEAR

2 Press / to select SCREEN.

MAIN MENU INPUT1

PICTURE

SCREEN

POS I T ION

P

CL OC HAS EK/ /

RSETE

SELECT ENTER EXIT

SET UP OPTION

:

00

/

:

00

OK

CLEAR

3 Press / to select the adjustment item, then

press OK.

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Monitor Panel Adjustments

MAIN MENU INPUT1

PICTURE

SCREEN

POS I T ION

P

CL OC HAS EK/ /

RSETE

SELECT ENTER EXIT

SET UP OPTION

:

00

/

:

00

OK

CLEAR

4 Press / to carry out the adjustment.

POH. S I T ION
POV. S I T I ON

ADJUS

Use / for the adjustments of V.POSITION and
PHASE.

:

0

:

0

CLEAR

EXI

T

T

O

K

SE

T

To reset SCREEN menu settings to the default

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

1 In step 3 in the previous procedure, press / to

select RESET, then press OK.

SCREE N RESE

YES

SELEC

T

T?

NO

O

K

CLEAR

SE

T

EXI

T

2 Press / to select YES, and press OK.

All SCREEN menu settings are returned to the factory
set default.

5 Press OK.

Pressing OK writes the value into the memory and
returns the monitor to the step 3 screen.

6 When adjustment is finished, press CLEAR to exit

the menu screen.

Notes

• When CLOCK adjustment is carried out, the H.POSITION
setting may have to be re-adjusted.

• If the adjustment items in the SCREEN menu are adjusted
excessively, the picture may not be displayed properly.

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Other Operations

Changing the Color
Temperature (COLOR TEMP)

Note

Color temperature settings are supported only with input signals
from a video device. Settings are made individually for each of
the inputs (INPUT1 – INPUT5).

1 Press MENU to display the menu screen.

MAIN MENU INPUT1

0

0
0
0
0

OK

PSITIONO
G
SIGNAL

OPTION

OPTION

OF FAUTOPPOWER

:

O

:

M

:

L

:

O

:

O

:

A

:

V

:

R

CLEAR

FF

IDDLE

OW

FF
FF

UTO

IDEO

GB

PICTURE

CONT RAST

BRIGHTNESS
CO LOR
TINT
SHARPNESS

RSETE

SET UP

:

:
:
:
:

SELECT ENTER EXIT

2 Press / to select SET UP.

MAIN MENU INPUT1

PICTURE

SET UP

COLOR T MEP
DIGITAL NR
HIGH CO TNRA TS
FILM MODE
CLAM
SETT I N
V

IDEO

Reducing Video Noise
(DIGITAL NR)

Make this setting if video noise is objectionable.

Note

Digital noise reduction settings are supported only with input
signals from a video device. Settings are made individually for
each of the inputs (INPUT1 – INPUT5).

1 Press MENU to display the menu screen.

MAIN MENU INPUT1

0

0
0
0
0

OK

PSITIONO
G
SIGNAL

OPTION

OPTION

OF FAUTOPPOWER

:

O

:

M

:

L

:

O

:

O

:

A

:

V

:

R

CLEAR

FF

IDDLE

OW

FF
FF

UTO

IDEO

GB

PICTURE

CONT RAST

BRIGHTNESS
CO LOR
TINT

SHARPNESS

RSETE

SET UP

:

:
:
:
:

SELECT ENTER EXIT

2 Press / to select SET UP.

MAIN MENU INPUT1

PICTURE

SET UP

COLOR T MEP
DIGITAL NR
HIGH CO TNRA TS
FILM MODE
CLAM
SETT I N
V

IDEO

SELECT CHANGE EXIT

OK

CLEAR

3 Press / to select COLOR TEMP.

MAIN MENU INPUT1

PSITIONO
G

SIGNAL

OK

OPTION

OF FAUTOPPOWER

:

:

:
:
:
:
:

:

O

M

L
O
O
A
V

R

FF

OW

UTO

GB

IDDLE

FF
FF

IDEO

CLEAR

PICTURE

SET UP

COLOR T MEP

DIGITAL NR
HIGH CO TNRA TS
FILM MODE
CLAM
SETT I N
V

IDEO

SELECT CHANGE EXIT

4 Press OK to select the desired color temperature

setting.

The unit has been factory set to the MIDDLE setting.
Each time OK is pressed, the color temperature
setting changes as shown:

3 MIDDLE

MID LOW 2 LOW 2

3 MID HIGH 3 HIGH

5 Following completion of the setting, press CLEAR

once again to return to the normal display.

SELECT CHANGE EXIT

OK

CLEAR

3 Press / to select DIGITAL NR.

MAIN MENU INPUT1

PICTURE

SET UP

COLOR T MEP

DIGITAL NR

HIGH CO TNRA TS
FILM MODE
CLAM
SETT I N
V

IDEO

SELECT CHANGE EXIT

PSITIONO
G

SIGNAL

OK

OPTION

OF FAUTOPPOWER

:

O

:

M

:

L

:

O

:

O

:

A

:

V

:

R

FF

IDDLE

OW

FF
FF

UTO

IDEO

GB

CLEAR

4 Press OK to select the desired DIGITAL NR setting.

The unit has been factory set to the LOW setting. Each time
OK is pressed, the digital noise reduction setting changes as
shown:

3 OFF

HIGH 2 MIDDLE 2 LOW 2

• The noise reduction effect increases in the order of LOW
= MIDDLE = HIGH

5 Following completion of the setting, press CLEAR once

again to return to the normal display.

35

Other Operations

Setting the Film Mode

When the Film Mode is selected, it functions automatically to
detect video signals of movies recorded at 24 frames-per­second, changing the scan settings to allow enjoyment of
higher quality movie playback. It does this by converting the
video signal to progressive scan. When using the Film Mode
function, it should ordinarily be set to “H.QUALITY.”
Note, however, that due to the time required for video signal
processing, a time lag may occur with the audio signal, and if
this lag is objectionable, set the mode to “STANDARD.”
When set to OFF, only standard progressive conversion is
used.

Note

The Film Mode is supported only with 480i or NTSC input
signals. This setting must be made independently for each input
(INPUT1 – INPUT5) used.

1 Press MENU to display the menu screen.

MAIN MENU INPUT1

0

0
0
0
0

PSITIONO
G
SIGNAL

OPTION

OPTION

OF FAUTOPPOWER

:

O

:

M

:

L

:

O

:

O

:

A

:

V

:

R

FF

IDDLE
OW
FF
FF
UTO

IDEO
GB

PICTURE

CONT RAST

BRIGHTNESS
CO LOR
TINT
SHARPNESS

RSETE

SET UP

:

:
:
:
:

2 Press / to select SET UP.

MAIN MENU INPUT1

PICTURE

SET UP

COLOR T MEP
DIGITAL NR
HIGH CO TNRA TS
FILM MODE
CLAM
SETT I N
V

IDEO

Viewing a Fast Moving
Picture (3D Y/C MODE)

When viewing a fast moving picture such as might be
experienced with a sports program, setting this mode to
“MOTION” will reduce picture blur and create a clearer
image.

• Set this mode to “STILL” when not viewing a fast
moving picture.

Note

3D Y/C MODE setting is possible only when INPUT4 is selected.

1 Press MENU to display the menu screen.

The menu screen appears.

MAIN MENU INPUT4

PICTURE

CONT RAST

BRIGHTNESS

CO LOR
TINT

SHARPNESS

RSETE

SET UP

:

:
:
:
:

SELECT ENTER EXIT

2 Press / to select SET UP.

MAIN MENU INPUT4

PICTURE

SET UP

COLOR T MEP

DIGITAL NR

HIGH CO TNRA TS
FILM MODE

C

3

DY/

0

0
0
0
0

OK

MO ED

OPTION

OPTION

OF FAUTO P OWER

:

O

:

M

:

L

:

O

:

O

:

MOTI

CLEAR

FF

IDDLE
OW
FF
FF

O

N

SELECT CHANGE EXIT

OK

3 Press / to select FILM MODE.

MAIN MENU INPUT1

PICTURE

SET UP

COLOR T MEP
DIGITAL NR
HIGH CO TNRA TS

FILM MODE

CLAM
SETT I N

V

IDEO

SELECT CHANGE EXIT

PSITIONO
G

SIGNAL

OK

OPTION

OF FAUTOPPOWER

:

O

:

M

:

L

:

O

:

O

:

A

:

V

:

R

FF

IDDLE
OW
FF

FF

UTO

IDEO
GB

4 Press OK to select the desired Film Mode.

Each time OK is pressed, the screen mode setting
changes as shown:

3 OFF

3 STANDARD

5 Following completion of the setting, press CLEAR

once again to return to the normal display.

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CLEAR

CLEAR

3 H.QUALITY

SELECT CHANGE EXIT

OK

CLEAR

3 Press / to select 3D Y/C MODE.

MAIN MENU INPUT4

PICTURE

SET UP

COLOR T MEP

DIGITAL NR

HIGH CO TNRA TS
FILM MODE

/

Y

C

D

3

MO ED

OPTION

OF FAUTO POWER

:

O

:

M

:

L

:

O

:

O

:

MOTI

FF

IDDLE
OW
FF
FF

O

N

4 Press OK to set the mode to “MOTION”.

“MOTION” is set when this unit is shipped from the
factory.
Each time OK is pressed, the settings change in the
following order.

3 STILL

MOTION 2

5 When the setup is finished, press CLEAR to exit

the menu screen.

Other Operations

Viewing in a Bright Location
(HIGH CONTRAST)

When viewing a picture in a bright location, setting this
mode to “ON” will enable you to obtain a clear video
image.

• Set this mode to “OFF” when not viewing in a bright
location.

Note

The HIGH CONTRAST setting is supported only when selecting a
video input signal from a connected video component. This
setting must be made independently for each input (INPUT1 –
INPUT5) used.

1 Press MENU to display the menu screen.

The menu screen appears.

MAIN MENU INPUT4

PICTURE

CONT RAST

BRIGHTNESS
CO LOR
TINT
SHARPNESS

RSETE

SET UP

:

:
:
:
:

OPTION

0

0
0
0
0

3 Press / to select HIGH CONTRAST.

MAIN MENU INPUT4

MO ED

OK

OPTION

OF FAUTO POWER

:

O

:

M

:

L

:

O

:

O

:

MOTI

FF

IDDLE

OW

FF

FF

O

CLEAR

N

PICTURE

SET UP

COLOR T MEP
DIGITAL NR

HIGH CO TNRA TS

FILM MODE

/

C

Y

D

3

SELECT CHANGE EXIT

4 Press OK to set the mode to “ON”.

“OFF” is set when this unit is shipped from the factory.
Each time OK is pressed, the settings change in the
following order.

3 ON

OFF 2

5 When the setup is finished, press CLEAR to exit the

menu screen.

SELECT ENTER EXIT

OK

CLEAR

2 Press / to select SET UP.

MAIN MENU INPUT4

PICTURE

SET UP

COLOR T MEP

DIGITAL NR

HIGH CO TNRA TS
FILM MODE

C

3

DY/

SELECT CHANGE EXIT

When viewing an image from INPUT1 or INPUT2, the
following screen is displayed.

MAIN MENU INPUT1

PICTURE

SET UP

COLOR T MEP

DIGITAL NR

HIGH CO TNRATS
FILM MODE

CLAM
SETT I N
V

IDEO

SELECT CHANGE EXIT

MO ED

OK

PSITIONO
G
SIGNAL

OK

OPTION

OF FAUTO P OWER

OPTION

OF FAUTOPPOWER

:

O

:

M

:

L

:

O

:

O

:

MOTI

:

O

:

M

:

L

:

O

:

O

:

A

:

V

:

R

FF

IDDLE

OW

FF
FF

O

CLEAR

FF

IDDLE

OW

FF
FF

UTO

IDEO

GB

CLEAR

N

37

Other Operations

Audio Output (AUDIO OUT)

The signal level produced at the AUDIO OUT terminal can
be set to FIXED or VARIABLE (linked to the VOLUME) as
desired.

Note

The AUDIO OUT setting affects all input sources (INPUT1– 5).

1 Press MENU;

The onscreen menu will be displayed.

MAIN MENU INPUT1

PICTURE

CONT RAST

BR

IGHTNESS

RLEVEL

.
GLEVEL.
BLEVEL.
HENHANCE.
VENHAN CE.

RSETE

SCREEN

:

:
:
:
:
:
:

SELECT ENTER EXIT

2 Press / to select OPTION.

MAIN MENU INPUT1

PICTURE

SCREEN

POWE R NDSTA ARDRTLONCO

AUD I O O:UFIEXD
LANGUAGE :ENGLISH

0

0

+

6

0

+

60

+

60

0
0

OK

T

SET UP OPTION

CLEAR

SET UP OPTION

:

Setting the Menu Language

The menu language can be set to English, French, or
Spanish.

1 Press MENU;

The onscreen menu will be displayed.

MAIN MENU INPUT1

PICTURE

CONT RAST

BR

IGHTNESS

RLEVEL

.
GLEVEL.
BLEVEL.
HENHANCE.
VENHAN CE.

RSETE

SCREEN

:

:
:
:
:
:
:

SELECT ENTER EXIT

2 Press / to select OPTION.

MAIN MENU INPUT1

PICTURE

SCREEN

POWE R NDSTA ARDRTLONCO

AUD I O O:UFIEXD
LANGUAGE :ENGLISH

0

0

+

6

0

+

60

+

60

0
0

OK

SET UP OPTION

T

SET UP OPTION

CLEAR

:

SELECT CHANGE EXIT

OK

CLEAR

3 Press / to select AUDIO OUT.

MAIN MENU INPUT1

PICTURE

SCREEN

POWER CONTROL

AUDIO OUT

LANGUAGE :ENGLISH

SELECT CHANGE EXIT

SET UP OPTION

OK

:STANDARD
:

:FIXED

CLEAR

4 Press OK to select the desired audio level setting.

The factory default setting is FIXED. Each time OK is
pressed, the function alternates as shown:

3 FIXED

VARIABLE 2

• When FIXED is selected, the audio output volume
will not change, even if the setting of the monitor’s
VOLUME function is later changed.

• When VARIABLE is selected, the level of the output
signal changes in accordance with the setting of the
VOLUME function.

5 Following completion of settings, press CLEAR to

return to normal screen display.

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SELECT CHANGE EXIT

OK

CLEAR

3 Press / to select LANGUAGE.

MAIN MENU INPUT1

PICTURE

SCREEN

POWER CONTROL:STANDARD
AUD I O OU F I EXD

LANGUAGE :ENGLISH

SELECT CHANGE EXIT

SET UP OPTION

T

OK

:

CLEAR

4 Press OK to select the desired language.

The factory default setting is English. Each time OK is
pressed, the function alternates as shown:

3ENGLISH

SPANISH 2

3FRENCH

5 Following completion of settings, press CLEAR to

return to normal screen display.

Additional Information

Cleaning

Regular cleaning will extend the life and performance of
this unit. The recommended way to clean the monitor and
related parts is described below.

Before cleaning, be sure to unplug the power cord from
the power outlet.

Cleaning the monitor panel body and remote
control

Do not under any circumstances use solvents such as
benzine or thinner for cleaner. Use of such liquids may
cause deterioration or peeling of paint from the monitor or
remote control unit.
Wipe the monitor and remote control gently with a soft
cloth. In the case of excessive dirt buildup, dampen a soft
cloth with a diluted neutral cleaning detergent and after
wringing the cloth thoroughly, wipe the component and
then dry it with a dry soft cloth.

Cleaning the screen

After dusting, wipe the screen gently using a soft cloth. Do
not use tissue or a rough cloth. As the surface of the screen
is easily scratched, do not rub it or hit it with a hard object.

Cleaning the vents

As a general rule, use a vacuum cleaner about once a
month to clean the vents on the rear panel of the monitor of
dust buildup (set the vacuum cleaner to its weakest setting
when doing this).
Using the unit without cleaning it of dust will cause the
internal temperature to increase, resulting in possible
breakdown or fire.

Vents

Vents

Vents

Vents

Vents

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Additional Information

Troubleshooting

What may at first seem to be a malfunction, may be
remedied with a quick check.
Please check to see if a warning is displayed on the
screen. If displayed, refer to the table below and check
the mode. If there is no display check to see if the
problem is listed on page 41. The problem may also be
caused by something other than this unit so please also
check the other components being used such as a video
deck. If the problem can still not be solved please consult
the dealer where this unit was purchased.

Note for U.S. customers:

If you prefer, we can provide you with the name of an Authorized
Service Representative who will visit your home for a fee to
install your electronic entertainment system and to instruct you
in its operation. For details about this service, call
1-888-206-3359.

For additional assistance while using your RCA Scenium product,
please visit www.rcascenium.com/customersupport.

About the self diagnosis mode

Messages appear on the bottom of this unit’s screen to
indicate operation or connection faults. After message
confirmation, check the condition of the unit.

ERROR MESSAGE

CAUTION
OUT OF RANGE or
CAUTION
UNSUPPORTED SIGNAL

WARNING THERMAL ALERT

WARNING FAN FAILURE

ERROR INVALID KEY ENTRY

• The current input signal is
not supported by the unit.
Consult the table of
supported computer input
signals on page 45 and set
the computer's output signal
appropriately.

•Turn off main power (page

7).

• Is ambient temperature too
high?

• Remove any objects
blocking the cooling vents on
the plasma monitor.

• Cooling fan has
malfunctioned. Immediately
turn off power, remove
power plug from its outlet,
and consult an RCA service
center or your dealer.

• An invalid operation has
been attempted.
(For example, when a video
signal is input, OK/ZOOM
button is pressed.)
Check input signals,
connections and other
settings.

REMEDY

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SHUT DOWN

•Turn off main power, wait for
1-2 minutes, then try turning
power on again. If problem
persists, remove power plug
from its outlet and consult
an RCA service center or
your dealer.

General problems

Problem Possible Solution

• No power

• Unit cannot be operated.

• Picture is cut off.

• Strange color, light color, or
dark, or color misalignment

• Power is suddenly turned
off.

• No picture

Additional Information

• Is the power cord disconnected? (page 24)

• Has the main power switch been switched on? (page 7)

• External influences such as lightning, static electricity, etc., may cause improper operation. In this
case, operate the unit after first turning the main power switch on/off, or unplugging the power
cord and re-plugging it in after 1 to 2 minutes.

• Is the selected screen size correct?
Switch to another screen size (page 29).

• Are the SCREEN menu adjustments such as picture size set correctly? (pages 33-34).

• Is the Zoom function being used? (page 30)

• Adjust the picture tone (page 32).

• Is the room too bright?
The picture may look dark in a room that is too bright.

• Is CLAMP POSITION setup correct? (page 26)

• The unit’s internal temperature has increased. (Air vents are blocked.)
Remove any objects blocking vent or clean (page 39).

• Is the POWER MANAGEMENT or AUTO POWER OFF function set to ON? (page 31).

• Condensation has formed on internal parts due to suddenly increasing ambient temperature.
Allow condensation to dry thoroughly before using.

• Is connection to other components correct? (pages 16-20)

• Has setup been done correctly after connection? (pages 25-26)

• Is the correct input selected? (page 27)

• Is a non-compatible signal being input? (pages 16, 45-47)

• Is picture adjustment correct? (page 32)

Common problems

Problem Possible Solution

• The screen is displayed in a
small size.

• Letter breakup on screen.

•A sharp sound is sometimes
heard from the cabinet.

• Bright portions of image
appear to be losing intensity.

• Speckles or noise appears on
screen.

• Stripes appear on the screen.

• Sound is heard from inside
the unit.

• Fan isn’t moving

• Fan speed changes.

• Check the input signal compatibility chart (pages 45-47).

• Is the correct screen size selected? (pages 29, 33-34)

• Adjust using SCREEN menu on the menu screen (pages 33-34).
If there is still no improvement, this unit may be limiting the displayable range. Check the
personal computer input signal compatibility chart (pages 45-47).

• Expansion/contraction caused by surrounding temperature change may result in sound being
heard from the cabinet. This is not a malfunction.

• When the video input signal’s level is too high, the bright portions may appear to be losing their
intensity. Increase the adjustment level of the contrast and check the picture (page 32).

• May be caused by radio wave interference from appliances with motors such as hair dryers,
electric vacuum cleaners, electric power drills, ignition systems of cars, motorcycles etc., switch
devices such as thermostats etc., neon signs or electrical discharge from power lines etc..

• May be caused by radio wave mingling from TV station, FM station, amateur radios, public radios
(simplified radios) etc., or a nearby personal computer, TV, or video/audio component.

•A strong electromagnetic field may cause picture distortion and similar problems.

• Normal sound of the cooling fan and internal sliding parts of the plasma monitor panel. Not a
malfunction.

• Fan is set to operate only after ambient temperature exceeds 35 °C (95 °F) (differs depending on
installation conditions). Not a malfunction.

• Fan speed changes automatically in accordance with ambient conditions. Not a malfunction.

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Additional Information

Remote control problems

Problem Possible Solution

• Remote doesn’t work.

• You might be in the wrong mode.To operate the monitor, press the MONITOR button on

the remote before you press any other buttons. If you’re operating the TV, press the TV

button first, etc.

• Check battery installation— the direction of the + and – on the batteries must match

information in the battery compartment cover.

• Insert new batteries in the remote.

Important: Don’t press any remote control buttons while replacing the batteries unless you are

resetting the remote. If you do, you may need to reprogram the remote for other components.

You may also need to reprogram the remote if dead of weak batteries have been in the remote

too long.

• Operate the remote control at a distance of no more than 20 feet.

• Make sure there is a clear path between the remote and the monitor.

• Reset the remote — remove the batteries; press and hold the 1 button

for 60 seconds; replace the batteries, and (if necessary) reprogram the remote.

• The light on the remote

flashes when a button is

pressed.

• The batteries in the remote are weak and should be replaced. Keep in mind you may need to

reprogram the remote for other components.

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Additional Notes and
Cautions

Although this unit incorporates high precision technology
in its design, please understand that there may be
extremely slight pixel breakup, or light emission fault.

Note

In order to protect the panel and internal circuitry, this monitor is
provided with a cooling fan designed to turn on/off and change
speed automatically in accordance with ambient temperature
conditions (the fan sound will change in accordance with its
speed).

Additional cautions

• If the power is automatically turned off during operation
of this unit, the following reasons may be the cause.
1 Is the POWER MANAGEMENT or AUTO POWER

OFF function set to ON? (page 31).

2 Is ambient temperature too high?
3 The internal temperature has risen abnormally due to

blocked cooling vents, overheating of internal
electronic parts, or other factors.

4 If the monitor is moved suddenly from a chilled

location to a warm room, or if the room temperature
rises suddenly, condensation may form on internal
parts. To protect internal circuitry, the monitor is
provided with a condensation detector that
automatically disables power in event of internal
condensation; in this case, allow the unit to dry

thoroughly before using.
If the power is automatically turned off for a reason
other than the above reasons, there could be a
malfunction. In this case, unplug the power cord from
the power outlet and request repair from your nearest
sales outlet.

• The plasma display panel of this unit is very bright and
viewing it a close distance will cause eye strain.
We recommend that you view the screen from a
suitable distance (9.8 to 19.7 feet (3 to 6m)).

Additional Information

If the problem persists, disconnect the power plug and
consult your dealer or a service center.
When POWER is pressed on the front of the monitor to set
the unit to the standby mode, the indicator will flash red for
several seconds (page 27). Other than this, if the power
turns off by itself, or refuses to turn on, or if the red
indicator conditions flashing, a malfunction may be
indicated. Immediately disconnect the power plug and
consult your dealer or a service center.

About the plasma panel’s
protection function

The brightness of this monitor will dim slightly when an
image with little movement such as a photograph or
computer image is continuously displayed. This is caused
by the plasma panel’s protection function which detects
images with slight movement and automatically adjusts
brightness to protect the monitor, and is not a malfunction.
The screen-saver function begins operating when the
monitor detects no or little screen movement for a period of
about three minutes.

CAUTION
Image burn-in and after-image lag

Displaying the same images such as still images for a long
time may cause after-image lagging. This may occur in the
following two cases:

1. After-image (lag image) due to burning:

Avoid displaying the same image on the Plasma Monitor
continuously over a long period of time. If the same image is
displayed continuously for several hours, or for shorter periods
of time over several days, a permanent after-image may
remain on the screen due to burning of the fluorescent
materials. Such images may become less noticeable if moving
images are later displayed, but they will not disappear
completely.

STANDBY/ON indicator

During operation of the Power Management function, the
indicator will flash green at intervals of about 2 seconds
(page 31). If the green light displays a flashing pattern
other than the above, an error message is indicated.
Consult any onscreen messages (page 40) and check
ambient conditions (temperature, condensation, etc.) and
respond accordingly (page 41).

2. After-image lagging due to remaining electrical load:

When image patterns with very high peak luminance are
displayed for more than 1 minute, after-image lagging may
occur due to the remaining electric load. The after-images
remaining on the screen will disappear when moving images
are displayed. The time for the after-images to disappear
depends on the luminance of the still images and the time
they had been displayed.

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Additional Information

Specifications

General

Light emission panel ........... 50 inch plasma monitor panel

Number of pixels .............................................. 1280 x 768

Power supply ......................... AC 100V–120V, 50Hz/60 Hz

Rated current ..................................................... 4.1A-3.4A

Standby power consumption ...................................... 1 W

External dimensions ... 1259 (W) x 776 (H) x 104.7 (D) mm

............................. 49-9/16 (W) x 30-9/16 (H) x 4-1/8 (D) in.

Weight.......................................................... 41 kg (90 lbs.)

Input/output

Video

INPUT 1

Input Mini D-sub 15 pin (socket connector)

1 RGB signal (G with SYNC compatible)

RGB ... 0.7 Vp-p/75 Ω/no sync.
HD/CS, VD ... TTL level

/positive and negative polarity
/2.2 kΩ

G with SYNC

... 1 Vp-p/75 Ω/negative sync.

*Compatible with Microsoft’s Plug & Play

(VESA DDC1/2B)

2 Component video signal

Y ... 1 Vp-p/75 Ω/negative sync.
CB/PB, CR/PR

... 0.525 Vp-p/75 Ω

(75% satulation level)

INPUT 4

Input BNC jack

• Composite video signal (NTSC)
1 Vp-p/75 Ω/negative sync.

INPUT 5

Input DVI jack

• Digital video signal (VESA DDC 2B only)

Audio

Input AUDIO INPUT (for INPUT 1/2)

Stereo mini jack
L/R ... 500mVrms/more than 10 kΩ

AUDIO INPUT (for INPUT 3)

RCA jack (x2)
L/R ... 500mVrms/more than 10 kΩ

AUDIO INPUT (for INPUT 4)

RCA jack (x2)
L/R ... 500mVrms/more than 10 kΩ

AUDIO INPUT (for INPUT 5)

RCA jack (x2)
L/R ... 500mVrms/more than 10 kΩ

Output AUDIO OUTPUT

Stereo mini jack
L/R ... 500mVrms (max)/less than 5 kΩ

SPEAKER

L/R ... 8 – 16 Ω/5W +5W (at 8 Ω)

• Specifications and design are subject to change without
notice.

Output Mini D-sub 15 pin (socket connector)

75 Ω/with buffer

INPUT 2

Input BNC jack (x5)

1 RGB signal (G with SYNC compatible)

RGB ... 0.7 Vp-p/75 Ω/no sync.
HD/CS, VD ... TTL level

/positive and negative polarity/
75 Ω or 2.2 kΩ
(impedance switch)

G with SYNC ...

1 Vp-p/75 Ω/negative sync.

2 Component video signal

Y ... 1 Vp-p/75 Ω/negative sync.

B/PB, CR/PR

C

... 0.525 Vp-p/75 Ω

(75% satulation level)

INPUT 3

Input S terminal (Mini DIN 4 pin)

• Y/C saparate video signal (NTSC)
Y . . . 1 Vp-p/75 Ω/negative sync.
C . . . 0.286 Vp-p/75 Ω

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Supplement 1

Additional Information

PC signal compatibilty table (INPUT1, INPUT2)

Resolution

(Dot x Line)

640x400

640x480

800 x600

832x624

852x480

1024x768

1280x768

Refresh rate

Vertical DOT BY DOT

56.4Hz

70.1Hz
60Hz

66.7Hz

72.8Hz
75Hz
85Hz
56Hz

60Hz
72Hz
75Hz
85Hz

74.6Hz

60Hz

60Hz

70Hz
75Hz

(74.9Hz)

85Hz
56Hz

60Hz
70Hz

Horizontal

24.8kHz

31.5kHz

31.5kHz
640x480

35.0kHz

37.9kHz

37.5kHz

43.3kHz

35.2kHz
800x600

37.9kHz

48.1kHz

46.9kHz

53.7kHz

49.7kHz
832x624

31.7kHz
852x480

48.4kHz

1024x768

56.5kHz

60.0kHz

(60.2kHz)

68.7kHz

45.1kHz

1280x768

48.4kHz

56.1kHz

Screen size (Dot x line)

4:3

1024x768

1024x768

1024x768

FULL

1280x768

1280x768

1280x768

1280x768

1280x768

1280x768

: Not available.

Remarks

NEC PC-9800

NEC PC-9800

(852x480)
(864x480)

Apple Macintosh 13”

(1072x600)

Apple Macintosh 16”

(1376x768)

( ) indicates Apple

Macintosh 19”

: Optimal picture. Adjustment of picture position, refresh rate, phase etc., may be necessary.
: Picture will be enlarged but some fine detail will be hard to see.

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Additional Information

Supplement 2

Video signal compatibilty table (INPUT1, INPUT2)

Refresh rate

Vertical

FV (Hz)

50

60

Horizontal

FH (kHz)

15.625

28.1

31.25

15.734

31.5

33.75

45.0

67.5

Signal format

Component

RGB

Component

RGB

Component

RGB

Component

RGB

Component

RGB

Component

RGB

Component

RGB

Component

RGB

4:3

Screen size

FULL

ZOOM

WIDE

Remarks

575i / SDTV

1080i / HDTV

575p / SDTV

480i / SDTV

480p / SDTV

1080i / HDTV

720p / HDTV

1080p / HDTV

: Not available.

Video signal compatibilty table (INPUT3)

Signal format

NTSC

S (Y/C)

Video signal compatibilty table (INPUT4)

Signal format

NTSC

Composite video

4:3

4:3

Screen size

FULL

Screen size

FULL

ZOOM

ZOOM

WIDE

Remarks

Remarks

WIDE

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Supplement 3

DVI signal compatibilty table (INPUT5)

Vertical

FV (Hz)

50

Aspect Ratio

720 x 576p

1920 x 1080i

4:3

Screen size

FULL

ZOOM

Additional Information

Remarks

WIDE

625p (575p) / SDTV

1125i (1080i) / HDTV

720 x 480p

60

(59.94)

1280 x 720p

1920 x 1080i

Supplement 4

Signal assignment of INPUT 1 (Mini D-sub 15 pin
socket connector)

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6

NC (No connection)

NC (No connection)

NC (No connection)

Pin No.

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

9

10

11

12

13

14

15

10

15 11

Input Output

R or CR/PR

G or Y

B or CB/PB

NC (No connection)

GND

GND

GND

GND

DDC + 5V

GND

NC (No connection)

DDC SDA

HD or H/V SYNC

VD

DDC SCL

EDTV

750p (720p) / HDTV

1125i (1035i, 1080i) / HDTV

: Not available.

Explanation of Terms

Aspect ratio

The TV screen’s width to height ratio is referred to as its aspect
ratio. The aspect ratio on standard TVs is 4:3 and on wide TVs or
High Definition TVs it is 16:9.

S jack (S VIDEO jack)

This jack transmits the video signal as two signals; the luminance
(Y) signal and the color(C) signal. Because of this, picture
reproduction is superior to that obtained at the composite input/
output jacks.

S-video signal

The video signal is composed of two signals; the chroma signal
(color signal) which reproduces color and the luminance signal
which reproduces light and darkness. With standard video
components, these two signals are combined into one and are
handled as a video signal referred to as the “composite signal”.
The S-video signal, however, is a signal that handles these two
signals separately. Because they are not combined as in the
composite video signal, the high quality of both signals can be
retained.

Component video signal

General term for video signal format composed of the
Y. CB.CR, Y.PB.PR and Y.B-Y.R-Y luminance signal + color
signal.

G with SYNC (or G ON SYNC)

This indicates a video signal with a synchronization signal added to
the G (GREEN) signal of the R.G.B signal.

VGA

VGA is short for “Video Graphics Array”.
Generally this indicates a 640 dot x 480 line resolution.

XGA

General term for “eXtended Graphics Array”.
Generally this indicates a 1024 dot x 768 line resolution.

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Additional Information

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.

• Images burnt onto the screen.

• 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 the online Product Registration on www.rcascenium.com/productregistration or 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.

Limitation of Warranty:

• THE WARRANTY STATED ABOVE IS THE ONLY WARRANTY APPLICABLE TO THIS PRODUCT. ALL
OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED (INCLUDING ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF
MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE) ARE HEREBY DISCLAIMED. NO
VERBAL OR WRITTEN INFORMATION GIVEN BY THOMSON INC., ITS AGENTS OR EMPLOYEES SHALL

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Additional Information

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 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.

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Additional Information

FCC Declaration of Conformity and Industry Canada Information

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 Monitor
Equipment Classification: Class B Computer Peripheral
Model: PHD50500

We hereby declare that the equipment specified above conforms to the technical standards as specified in the FCC rules.

Thomson Inc.
10330 N. Meridian St.
Indianapolis, IN 46290
Phone: [phone]

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the
FCC Rules.
These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This
equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy 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 harmful interference to radio or television reception, which
can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or
more of the following measures:

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.

• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

FCC Regulations state that unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment may void the user's authority to
operate it.

Industry Canada Compliance Notice

This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
Cet appareil numérique de la classe B conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.

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service for your product.

Thomson Inc.

10330 North Meridian Street

Indianapolis, IN 46290

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