Runco PLASMAWALL XP-65DHD, PLASMAWALL XP-65DHDxa Owner's Operating Manual

OWNER’S OPERATING MANUAL

XP-65DHD

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XP-65DHDxa

High Definition, 1080p Flat Panel Plasma Display

with

and

Digital High Definition

with Vivix II

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Technology

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Controller

THREE YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY

For Plasma Displays

Congratulations on your purchase of a Runco video product and welcome to the Runco family! We believe Runco produces
“The World’s Finest Home Theater Products.” With proper installation, setup and care, you should enjoy many years of
unparalleled video performance.

This is a LIMITED WARRANTY as defined in the Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act. Please read it carefully and retain it with your
other important documents.

WHAT IS COVERED UNDER THE TERMS OF THIS LIMITED WARRANTY:

SERVICE LABOR: Runco will pay for service labor by a Runco Authorized Service Center when needed as a result of a
manufacturing defect for a period of three (3) years from the effective date of delivery to the end user (excluding the plasma
glass panel).

PARTS (not including plasma glass panel): Runco will provide new or rebuilt replacement parts for the parts that fail due to
defects in materials or workmanship for a period of three (3) years from the effective date of delivery to the end user. Such
replacement parts are then subsequently warranted for the remaining portion (if any) of the original warranty period.

PLASMA GLASS PANEL: Runco will pay for service labor by a Runco Authorized Service Center when needed as a result of a
manufacturing defect for a period of one (1) year from the effective date of delivery to the end user. In addition, Runco will
provide new or rebuilt replacement parts for the parts that fail due to defects in materials or workmanship for a period of one (1)
year from the effective date of delivery to the end user. Such replacement parts are then subsequently warranted for the
remaining portion (if any) of the original warranty period.

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WHAT IS NOT COVERED UNDER THE TERMS OF THIS LIMITED WARRANTY:

Image burn-in on plasma display panels is specifically excluded from coverage under this Limited Warranty. Image burn-in is
the result of misuse of the product and therefore cannot be repaired under the terms of this Limited Warranty.

Normal viewing material such as television/satellite broadcasts, videotape or DVDs (not put into pause for extended periods of
time) will not cause damage to your display under normal conditions. Many DVD players are also equipped with screen savers
for this reason.

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TO AVOID IMAGE RETENTION (Burn-in): Please ensure that still images are left on your plasma display panel for no more
than a few minutes. Also ensure that images displayed in the 4:3 aspect ratio mode (black or gray stripes, but no picture
information is present on the left and right edges of the screen) are used as infrequently as possible. This will prevent
permanent image burns on your plasma display panel, which can be seen permanently under certain conditions once burn-in
has occurred.

The types of images to avoid include video games, still images and computer screens with stationary tool bars and icons. (This
is why computers are equipped with screen savers – to prevent still images from burning into the monitor’s phosphors after
being displayed continuously for an extended period of time).

This Limited Warranty only covers failure due to defects in materials and workmanship that occur during normal use and does
not cover normal maintenance. This Limited Warranty does not cover cabinets or any appearance items; failure resulting from
accident, misuse, abuse, neglect, mishandling, misapplication, faulty or improper installation or setup adjustments; improper
maintenance, alteration, improper use of any input signal; damage due to lightning or power line surges, spikes and
brownouts; damage that occurs during shipping or transit; or damage that is attributed to acts of God. In the case of remote
control units, damage resulting from leaking, old, damaged or improper batteries is also excluded from coverage under this
Limited Warranty.

CAUTION: THIS LIMITED WARRANTY ONLY COVERS RUNCO PRODUCTS PURCHASED FROM RUNCO AUTHORIZED
DEALERS. ALL OTHER PRODUCTS ARE SPECIFICALLY EXCLUDED FROM COVERAGE UNDER THIS WARRANTY.

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MOREOVER, DAMAGE RESULTING DIRECTLY OR INDIRECTLY FROM IMPROPER INSTALLATION OR SETUP IS
SPECIFICALLY EXCLUDED FROM COVERAGE UNDER THIS LIMITED WARRANTY. IT IS IMPERATIVE THAT INSTALLATION
AND SETUP WORK BE PERFORMED ONLY BY AN AUTHORIZED RUNCO DEALER TO PROTECT YOUR RIGHTS UNDER
THIS WARRANTY. THIS WILL ALSO ENSURE THAT YOU ENJOY THE FINE PERFORMANCE OF WHICH YOUR RUNCO
PRODUCT IS CAPABLE WHEN INSTALLED AND CALIBRATED BY RUNCO AUTHORIZED PERSONNEL.

RIGHTS, LIMITS AND EXCLUSIONS:

Runco limits its obligations under any implied warranties under state laws to a period not to exceed the warranty period. There
are no express warranties. Runco also excludes any obligation on its part for incidental or consequential damages related to
the failure of this product to function properly. Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, and
some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages. So the above limitations or
exclusions may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights that vary from
state to state.

EFFECTIVE WARRANTY DATE:

This warranty begins on the effective date of delivery to the end user. For your convenience, keep the original bill of sale as
evidence of the purchase date.

IMPORTANT – WARRANTY REGISTRATION:

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Please fill out and mail your warranty registration card. It is imperative that Runco knows how to reach you promptly if we
should discover a safety problem or product update for which you must be notified.

CONTACT A RUNCO AUTHORIZED SERVICE CENTER TO OBTAIN SERVICE:

Repairs made under the terms of this Limited Warranty covering your Runco video product will be performed at the location of
the product, during usual working hours, providing location of product is within normal operating distance from a Runco
Authorized Service Center. In some instances it may be necessary for the product to be returned to the Runco factory for
repairs. If, solely in Runco’s judgment, location of product to be repaired is beyond normal operating distance of the closest
Runco Authorized Service Center, or the repair requires the unit be returned to the Runco factory, it is the owner’s
responsibility to arrange for shipment of the product for repair. These arrangements must be made through the selling Runco
Dealer. If this is not possible, contact Runco directly for a Return Authorization number and shipping instructions. Runco will
return product transportation prepaid in the United States, unless no product defect is discovered. In that instance, shipping
costs will be the responsibility of the owner.

COPYRIGHT AND TRADEMARKS:

© Copyright 2007 Runco International. This document contains proprietary information protected by copyright, trademark and
other intellectual property laws. All rights are reserved. No part of this manual may be reproduced by any mechanical,
electronic or other means, in any form, without prior written permission of the manufacturer.

Reflection, Enhanced GEN3, DHD, Vivix, Virtual Cinema, CineWide, AutoScope, O-Path, CinOptx, LiveLink, CSMS, SuperOnyx
and VirtualWide are trademarks of Runco International. All other trademarks and registered trademarks used in this document
are the property of their respective owners.

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THX and the THX logo are trademarks of THX Ltd. which may be registered in some jurisdictions. All rights reserved.

Runco International products are manufactured under one or more of the following patents: US. Patent 6755540 and Other
Patents Pending.

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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

To locate the name and address of the nearest Runco Authorized Service Center, or for additional information about this
Limited Warranty, please call or write:

RUNCO INTERNATIONAL, INC.

Attn: Customer Service Department

2900 Faber Street

Union City, CA 94587

Ph: [phone]

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Fax: [phone]

Toll Free: (800) 23-RUNCO

RUNCO VIDEO-PRODUCT INFORMATION

RETAIN THIS INFORMATION FOR YOUR RECORDS

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Model Purchased Date

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Serial Number

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Runco Authorized Dealer Name

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Address

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City State/Province Postal Code

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Safety Precautions

Thank you for your purchase of this quality Runco product! It has been designed to provide you with the quality of video that is
expected in a home theater. This manual is your guide through the menus and operation. For the best performance, please
read it carefully and keep it handy for future reference.

WARNING

CAUTION

RISK OFELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOTOPEN

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK)

NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.

REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED

CAUTION

To turn off main power, be sure to remove the plugs from power outlets. The power outlet socket should be installed as near to
the equipment as possible, and should be easily accessible.

WARNING

TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARDS, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS UNIT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. ALSO DO NOT USE THIS
UNIT’S POLARIZED PLUG WITH AN EXTENSION CORD RECEPTACLE OR OTHER OUTLETS, UNLESS THE PRONGS CAN
BE FULLY INSERTED. REFRAIN FROM OPENING THE CABINET AS THERE ARE HIGH-VOLTAGE COMPONENTS INSIDE.
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.

CAUTION:

SERVICE PERSONNEL.

This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated
“dangerous voltage” within the product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient
magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock.

This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of important
operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature
accompanying the appliance.

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WARNING

This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the
Installation Manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area
may cause harmful interference, in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense.

Please read and follow the safety precautions listed below to ensure the equipment is free from damage, and to ensure that no
injury will occur as a result of improper use.

• Do not insert any object, especially metal or liquids, into the plasma display.

• Do not place any objects containing water or any other liquid on top of the plasma display.

• Do not place the units in direct sunlight, near heaters or in extremely dusty or humid locations.

• Do not install this system outdoors or otherwise exposed to the elements.

• Do not place heavy objects on top of the plasma display.

• If the power cord is damaged or frayed in any way, electrical shock and/or fire may result. Do not place objects on the
power cord, and keep the cord away from heat-emitting devices. Should the power cord become damaged in any way,
please contact your Runco Dealer for a replacement cord.

• Do not remove the cover of the plasma display for any reason. If any problems arise with the unit, please contact a Runco
Dealer or Runco International for service. Removing the covers will void the warranty.

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1Table of Contents

TWO YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY ................................................................................. iii

Safety Precautions ......................................................................................................... vi

1. Introduction ............................................................................................................... 1

About This Manual ....................................................................................................... 1

Target Audience ..................................................................................................... 1

If You Have Comments About This Manual... ..........................................................1

Textual and Graphic Conventions ...........................................................................1

Using This Manual ........................................................................................................ 2

Description, Features and Benefits ...............................................................................3

Key Features and Benefits ...................................................................................... 3

Parts List ...............................................................................................................4

2. Controls and Functions ............................................................................................5

PlasmaWall at a Glance ................................................................................................ 5

Controls and Indicators ...........................................................................................5

Connectors ............................................................................................................6

DHD Controller Front Panel ..........................................................................................7

DHD Controller Rear Panel ........................................................................................... 8

Outputs .................................................................................................................. 8

Inputs .....................................................................................................................8

DHD Controller Remote Control ................................................................................. 10

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

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Quick Setup ............................................................................................................... 15

Installation Considerations ..........................................................................................16

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Notes on Batteries ................................................................................................ 13

Notes on Remote Control Operation .....................................................................13

High-Altitude Operation ........................................................................................ 16

Mounting the PlasmaWall on a Wall or Table Stand ..............................................16

Ambient Light .......................................................................................................17

Ventilation ............................................................................................................. 17

Other Considerations ............................................................................................ 18

Table of Contents

Connections to the PlasmaWall and DHD Controller ................................................... 19

Connecting the PlasmaWall to the DHD Controller ................................................ 19

Connecting Source Components to the DHD Controller ....................................... 21

RS-232 Controller Connection .............................................................................. 25

Connecting 12-Volt Trigger Outputs to External Equipment .................................. 25

Connecting an External IR Receiver to the DHD Controller .................................... 26

4. Operation ................................................................................................................. 27

Turning on the Power ................................................................................................. 27

Setting the Computer Display Properties .................................................................... 28

Using the DHD Controller Menus ................................................................................29

Main Menu ...........................................................................................................31

Input Source ........................................................................................................ 31

Aspect Ratio ........................................................................................................ 31

Picture .................................................................................................................33

Input Position........................................................................................................ 36

ISF Presets ........................................................................................................... 37

Information ........................................................................................................... 37

Calibration ............................................................................................................38

Service ................................................................................................................. 40

5. Maintenance and Troubleshooting ........................................................................ 45

Cleaning .....................................................................................................................45

Cleaning the Display Panel Body and Remote Control ..........................................45

Cleaning the Screen.............................................................................................. 45

Cleaning the Vents................................................................................................ 45

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Troubleshooting Tips ..................................................................................................46

6. Serial Communications ..........................................................................................49

RS-232 Connection and Port Configuration ...............................................................49

Serial Command Syntax ............................................................................................. 49

7. Specifications .......................................................................................................... 55

PlasmaWall Specifications .......................................................................................... 55

DHD Controller Specifications .................................................................................... 56

PlasmaWall Dimensions ............................................................................................. 57

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1List of Figures

2-1. PlasmaWall Front-Panel Controls and Indicators........................................................... 5

2-2. PlasmaWall Rear Panel................................................................................................. 6

2-3. DHD Controller Front Panel ..........................................................................................7

2-4. DHD Controller Rear Panel ........................................................................................... 8

2-5. DHD Controller Remote Control ................................................................................. 10

3-1. Available Range of the Remote Control ...................................................................... 13

3-2. Ventilation Requirements for Enclosure Mounting ....................................................... 17

3-3. Connecting the PlasmaWall to the DHD Controller .....................................................19

3-4. RS-232 Connection from the DHD Controller to the PlasmaWall ................................20

3-5. HDMI Source Connections .........................................................................................21

3-6. Digital (DTV) RGB Connections...................................................................................22

3-7. Analog RGB Connections...........................................................................................23

3-8. Composite, S-Video and Component Video Connections........................................... 24

3-9. RS-232 Control System Connection........................................................................... 25

3-10. Connecting 12-Volt Trigger Outputs ......................................................................... 25

3-11. External IR Receiver Connection............................................................................... 26

4-1. DHD Controller OSD Menu Structure for PlasmaWall.................................................. 30

4-2. Typical PLUGE Pattern for Adjusting Brightness .........................................................33

4-3. Typical Gray Bar Pattern for Adjusting Contrast .......................................................... 34

4-4. Typical Color Bar Pattern for Adjusting Color Saturation and Tint................................35

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4-5. Typical Test Pattern for Adjusting Sharpness..............................................................36

7-1. PlasmaWall Model XP-65DHD Dimensions (with Optional Table Stand) ......................57

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1. Introduction

This Owner’s Manual describes how to install, set up and operate the Runco PlasmaWall
Flat-Panel Plasma Display Monitor and DHD Controller (Model XP-65DHD or
XP-65DHDxa).

Throughout this manual, the Runco PlasmaWall Flat-Panel Plasma Display Monitor and
DHD Controller are referred to collectively as the “PlasmaWall.” Except where otherwise
indicated, the information in this manual applies to both PlasmaWall models.

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most out of the PlasmaWall.

Runco has made every effort to ensure that this manual is accurate as of the date it was
printed. However, because of ongoing product improvements and customer feedback, it
may require updating from time to time. You can always find the latest version of this and
other Runco product manuals on-line, at www.runco.com.

Runco welcomes your comments about this manual. Send them to [e-mail].

Text Conventions: The following conventions are used in this manual, in order to clarify
the information and instructions provided:

• Remote control button identifiers are set in upper-case bold type; for example, “Press
EXIT to return to the previous menu.”

• Computer input (commands you type) and output (responses that appear on-screen) is
shown in monospace (fixed-width) type; for example: “To change the aspect ratio to
Letterbox, type LETTERBOX <Enter>.”

• All keys with functional names are initial-capped, set in bold type and enclosed in angle
brackets. These keys are the following: <Enter>, <Spacebar>, <Control>, <Esc>
and <Tab>.

• <Enter> indicates that you may press either the RETURN or ENTER key on your
computer keyboard if it has both keys.

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1.1
About This Manual

Target AudienceRunco has prepared this manual to help home theater installers and end users get the

If You Have Comments
About This Manual...

Textual and Graphic
Conventions

In addition to these conventions, underlining, boldface and/or italics are occasionally used
to highlight important information, as in this example:

Note

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A carriage return must be used after each command or string.

Introduction

Graphic Conventions: These symbols appear in numerous places throughout the
manual, to emphasize points that you must keep in mind to avoid problems with your
equipment or injury:

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Using This Manual

Tip

Note

Caution

TIPS highlight time-saving short cuts and helpful guidelines for using
certain features.

NOTES emphasize text with unusual importance or special
significance. They also provide supplemental information.

CAUTIONS alert users that a given action or omitted action can
degrade performance or cause a malfunction.

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WARNING

DANGER!

Use the following table to locate the specific information you need in this manual.

WARNINGS appear when a given action or omitted action can result
in damage to the equipment, or possible non-fatal injury to the user.

DANGER appears when a given action can cause severe injury or
death.

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General information about the PlasmaWall
Flat-Panel Plasma Display Monitor and DHD Con­troller

Installation instructions 13

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Advanced configuration instructions 38

Troubleshooting tips 46

Specifications for the PlasmaWall Flat-Panel
Plasma Display Monitor and DHD Controller

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Introduction

The new Runco XP-65DHD plasma monitor establishes a higher threshold for flat panel
display products. This is our largest and highest-resolution plasma ever, at 65 inches
diagonal and 1920 x 1080 (1080p) native resolution.

In addition, the XP-65DHD takes picture quality to a whole new level boasting our
brightest picture, best contrast ratio, deepest black levels and most spot-on high
definition colorimetry ever! In addition, sophisticated 16-bit digital video processing, a new
milestone, results in 4096 steps of graduation for seamless images completely devoid of
the primitive "solarization" and "stair stepping" characteristics previously plaguing digital
flat panel displays.

The XP-65DHD features all of the Runco technologies you have come to expect from the
World's Finest Home Theater Products. Discrete multiple aspect ratio control includes
VirtualWide™ for viewing 4:3 content in widescreen without appreciable picture
degradation, as well as ISF(ccc) calibration modes to easily maintain ISF standards. The
automation interface includes RS-232 control with discrete aspect ratio, input and power
on/off selection.

The included DHD with HDMI Digital Video Controller/Processor provides a pure digital
signal path from input to output as well as a broad array of video input choices, all
available from its position in the equipment rack, with only digital video and command
cables running to the display itself.

Finally, the XP-65DHD not only represents a leap forward in high definition flat-panel
technology, but our engineering advances in plasma design ensure that it will enjoy a long
life in any installation, with operation extending to as much as 60,000 hours. At less than
4-1/2 inches thin, the XP-65DHD provides unlimited installation flexibility as well.

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Description, Features
and Benefits

For high-altitude installations, Runco also offers the XP-65DHDxa with industry-leading
high-altitude compliance to over 9000 feet mean sea level (MSL). The XP-65DHDxa
shares all other features and specifications with the XP-65DHD.

• 16:9 Native Resolution: 1920 x 1080

• Multiple Aspect Ratios with VirtualWide™ Mode

• Includes the new DHD with HDMI video controller/processor

• 65-inch diagonal image area

• Only 4-1/2 inches thin

• Model XP-65DHDxa is high-altitude compliant to 9000 feet

• Exceptional detail and artifact-free video enhancement

• Vivix™ video processing with 3:2 film detection circuitry

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Key Features and BenefitsThe PlasmaWall offers these key features and benefits:

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Introduction

Parts List Your PlasmaWall is shipped with the following items. If any items are missing or damaged,

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please contact your Runco dealer or Runco Customer Service at (800) 23-RUNCO.

• PlasmaWall Flat-Panel Plasma Display Monitor and DHD Controller

• AC Power Cords (2)

• Remote Control Unit and two (2), AAA-size batteries

• RJ-11 Telephone Cable, 50 feet (15.24 meters)

• Serial Port Adapter, RJ-11 Female to DB-9 Female

• Rack-mount hardware for the DHD Controller

• Cable Ties (2)

• Warranty information and registration card

• PlasmaWall XP-65DHD Owner’s Operating Manual (this document)

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Optional Accessories:

• Wall Mount Kit (Runco part number RUHK-005075)

• Table Stand (Runco part number RUHK-005100)

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2. Controls and Functions

2.1
PlasmaWall at a
Glance

Controls and IndicatorsFigure 2-1 shows the PlasmaWall front-panel controls and indicators.

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Figure 2-1. PlasmaWall Front-Panel Controls and Indicators

1. DISPLAY STAN D

Optional accessory for table-top installations.

2. POWER BUTTON

Connects or disconnects the display panel from the AC power source.

3. STANDBY/ON INDICATOR

- Lights green to indicate normal operation;

- Lights red to indicate that the PlasmaWall is in standby mode.

4. REMOTE CONTROL SENSOR

Receives the signals from the remote control.

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Controls and Functions

Connectors Figure 2-2 shows the rear-panel connector locations on the PlasmaWall.

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AUDIO

AUDIO

DVI-D IN

SLOT1 SLOT3

1 2 3 4 5

SLOT2

RL

PR/CR/R PB/CB/B

COMPONENT/RGB IN

Y/G

AUDIO

SERIALPC IN

Figure 2-2. PlasmaWall Rear Panel

1. SLOT 1

Not used.

2. SLOT 2 (DVI-D input)

HDCP-compliant digital video input. Connect the HDMI output from the DHD
Controller to this input. (The audio input is not used. Connect the audio outputs
from your sources to an external audio receiver.)

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3. SLOT 3

Not used.

4. PC IN

Not used.

5. RS-232C (9-pin, male D-Sub)

Connect the RS-232 OUT port on the DHD Controller to this input.

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Controls and Functions

Figure 2-3 shows the controls and indicators on the DHD Controller front panel; the
paragraphs that follow describe them.

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Figure 2-3. DHD Controller Front Panel

1. RUNCO ICON

Lights red to indicate that the DHD Controller is in standby mode; lights blue to
indicate that the unit is on.

2. POWER BUTTON

Press once to toggle from standby mode to on mode. Press it again to return to
standby mode. For a discrete on or off command, you can use the direct access
buttons on the remote control.

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3. IR SENSOR

Receives IR commands from the remote.

4. VACUUM FLUORESCENT DISPLAY

Can be used instead of the On-Screen Display (OSD). Displays currently-selected
menu or – if no menu is selected – the current source, signal format (NTSC or PAL)
and aspect ratio.

5. UP BUTTON

Used to direct select aspect ratios or move the menu cursor up in the OSD. When no
menu is present on-screen, the UP button toggles through aspect ratios in the
following order:
16:9 - 4:3 - Letterbox - VirtualWide - Cinema

6. LEFT BUTTON

Used to direct select inputs or move the menu cursor left in the On-Screen Display.
When no menu is present on-screen, the LEFT button toggles through the different
sources, in this order:
HDMI 2 - HDMI 1 - HD/RGB 2 - HD/RGB1 - Component SD - S-Video 2 - S-Video 1

- Composite

7. ENTER BUTTON

Press ENTER to select a highlighted menu item.

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Controls and Functions

8. DOWN BUTTON

Used to direct select aspect ratios or move the menu cursor down in the OSD. When
no menu is present on-screen, this button toggles through the different aspect ratios,
in this order:
Cinema - VirtualWide - Letterbox - 4:3 - 16:9

9. RIGHT BUTTON

Used to direct select inputs or move the menu cursor right in the OSD. When no
menu is present on-screen, the RIGHT button toggles through the different sources,
in this order:
Composite - S-Video 1 - S-Video 2 - Component SD - HD/RGB 1 - HD/RGB 2 ­HDMI

1 - HDMI 2

2.3

DHD Controller Rear
Panel

Serial No

Model

Video Processor / Controller

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buttons is available only on the analog inputs (HD/RGB, SD

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Component, Composite and S-Video).

10. MENU BUTTON

Press this button to access the OSD controls, or to exit the current menu and return
to the previous one.

Figure 2-4 shows the rear connector panel on the DHD Controller.

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The “direct select” function of the UP, DOWN, LEFT and RIGHT

HD1

HD2

Component Video

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SYSTEM CONTROL INTERFACE

TRIGGERS

2

1

S-Video 1

Video

S-Video 2

RS-232 Out

IR

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WARNING:

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE

OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE

THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

RS-232 Control

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

AVIS: RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE-NE PAS OUVRIR

CAUTION:

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC
SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER. NO USER­SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING
TO QUALIFIED SERVICE CENTER.

100-230VAC 50-60 Hz, 165 Watts Max

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Figure 2-4. DHD Controller Rear Panel

Outputs 1. HDMI OUT

Inputs 2. HDMI 1 / HDMI 2 (Digital)

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Connect this to the SLOT 2 (DVI-D) input on the PlasmaWall (see Figure 2-2).

Two, HDCP-compliant digital video inputs for connecting a DVD player or HD tuner
with a DVI or HDMI output.

Two inputs (five BNCs per input) for connecting either RGB or component
high-definition television signals. The DHD Controller automatically detects the signal
format: RGB(HV) or YPrPb, 480p, 720p, 480i, 576i or 1080i.

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4. COMPONENT VIDEO (RCA connectors)

Standard Definition (480i/576i) Component (YPrPb) input. This is the input for
component video from sources such as DVD players.

Controls and Functions

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5. COMPOSITE VIDEO INPUT

Standard composite video input for connecting a VCR, laser disc player or other
composite video source.

6. S-VIDEO 1 / S-VIDEO 2

Two, standard S-Video inputs for connecting a DVD player, satellite receiver or Super
VHS (S-VHS) VCR.

7. 12-VOLT (750 mA) TRIGGER OUTPUTS

Connection for up to three (3), 12-volt trigger-controlled devices such as retractable
screens or screen masks.

8. ComLink (RS-232) OUTPUT

Connect this to the ComLink (RS-232) input on the projector, using the provided
communication cable.

9. IR

Wired input from a wired remote control or infrared receiver. It is a 3.5-mm, mini
phono jack, wired as follows:
Ring = +5V
Tip = IR Input
Sleeve = Ground

For best results, do not run your DVD player in progressive mode.

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Note

When an external remote control or infrared receiver is connected
to the wired IR input, the IR sensor on the front of the DHD is
disabled.

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10. RS-232 CONTROL PORT

A female, 9-pin D-sub connector for interfacing with a PC or home theater
automation/control system.

11. POWER INPUT (100 to 240 VAC)

Connect the DHD Controller to power here.

12. MAIN AC FUSE

This is the main AC input fuse (5mm x 20mm, 500 mA, 250V slow-blow).

13. MAIN POWER SWITCH

Disconnects or applies power to the DHD Controller.

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Controls and Functions

2.4
DHD Controller
Remote Control

Figure 2-5 shows the DHD Controller remote control, and the paragraphs that follow
describe its functionality.

2

1

3

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7

9

10

(not available on
some models)

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4

5

6
8

11

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12

13

RETURN

EXIT

HDMI

16 : 9

4 : 3

HDMI

1

2

14

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Figure 2-5. DHD Controller Remote Control

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CUST

1

SVC

2

1. IR OUTPUT INDICATOR

Lights when a button is pressed to indicate that an IR signal is being transmitted.

2. ON / OFF

Press to turn the PlasmaWall on or off.

3. ENTER

Press to select a highlighted menu item or confirm a changed setting.

4. Cursor Keys ( , , , )

Use these buttons to select items or settings, adjust settings or switch display
patterns.

When no menus are present on-screen, the UP and DOWN buttons toggle through
the available aspect ratios, in this order:

UP Button = 16:9 - 4:3 - Letterbox - VirtualWide - Cinema
DOWN Button = Cinema - VirtualWide - Letterbox - 4:3 - 16:9

Likewise, the LEFT and RIGHT buttons toggle through the different source inputs, in
this order:
LEFT Button = HDMI 2 - HDMI 1 - HD/RGB2 - HD/RGB 1 - Component SD - S-Video
2 - S-Video 1 - Composite
RIGHT Button = Composite - S-Video 1 - S-Video 2 - Component SD - HD/RGB 1 -
HD/RGB 2 - HDMI 1 - HDMI 2

5. RETURN / EXIT
Press this button to exit the current menu and return to the previous one.

Controls and Functions

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Note

6. LIGHT
Press to illuminate the buttons.

7. MENU
Press this button to show or hide the OSD controls.

8. VIDEO (1)
Press to select Composite video input as the source or to enter the numeric
character

9. COMP (Component) (2)
Press to select Component SD (480i/576i) video input as the source or to enter the
numeric character “2.”

“1.”

Not all remote control units have this button. If yours does not, use
the MENU button (see below) to exit the current menu.

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10. Aspect Ratio Selection Buttons

Use the red buttons to select an aspect ratio directly or to enter numeric characters,
as follows:

16 : 9 (3)

For viewing 16:9 DVDs or HDTV programs in their native aspect ratio.

4 : 3 (6)

Scales the input signal to fit 4:3 display mode in the center of the screen.

LETBOX (Letterbox) (9)

For viewing LaserDisc movies or non-anamorphic DVDs on a 16:9 screen.

V-WIDE (VirtualWide)

Enlarges a 4:3 image horizontally in a NON-linear fashion to fit 16:9 full screen display.

CINEMA
For viewing 2.35:1 source material on a 1.78:1 (16:9) screen. The upper and lower
portions are masked.

SVC

Not used.

11. S-VID 1 (4) / S-VID 2 (5) (S-Video)

Press to select an S-Video input or to enter the numeric character “4” or “5.”

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12. HD 1 (7) / HD 2 (8)

Press to select a HD (RGBHV or YPbPr component) input or to enter the numeric
character “7” or “8.”

13. HDMI 1 / HDMI 2 (0)

Press to select a Digital Video input. Press HDMI2 to enter the numeric character “0.”

14. Memory Preset Buttons:

ISF NIGHT

Press to recall settings for the current input from the “ISF Night” memory preset.

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ISF DAY

Press to recall settings for the current input from the “ISF Day” memory preset.

CUST 1

Press to recall settings for the current input from the “Custom 1” memory preset.

CUST 2

Press to recall settings for the current input from the “Custom 2” memory preset.

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3. Installation

To install batteries in the remote control:

1. Press down the tab on the cover and
pull the cover in the direction of the
arrow.

2. Insert the included batteries. Ensure
that the polarities correctly match the

and markings inside the battery

compartment.

3. Insert the lower tab of the cover into the
opening, and press down the cover until
it clicks in place.

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• Do not mix an old battery with a new one or different types of batteries.

• If you will not use the remote control for a long time, remove the batteries to avoid

damage from battery leakage.

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3.1
Remote Control

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Notes on Batteries• When installing batteries, make sure that the battery polarities are correct.

The remote control can be used to control the PlasmaWall within the ranges shown in
Figure 3-1.

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Approx.

7m/ 23ft

Figure 3-1. Available Range of the Remote Control

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Notes on Remote Control
Operation

Installation

• Do not drop the remote control or expose it to moisture or high temperature.

• The remote control may malfunction under a fluorescent lamp. If that occurs, move the
plasma display away from the fluorescent lamp.

• Make sure that there is nothing obstructing the infrared beam between the remote
control and the IR receiver on the plasma display.

The signal from the remote control can be reflected by walls or

Note

• If the effective range of the remote control decreases, or it stops working, replace the
batteries with new ones.

• Ambient conditions may possibly impede the operation of the remote control. If this
happens, point the remote control at the plasma display and repeat the operation.

other surfaces.

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Installation

Table 3-1 gives a quick overview of the PlasmaWall installation process. The sections
following this one provide detailed instructions.

Note

Table 3-1. Installation Overview

Step Procedure

1 Mount the PlasmaWall on a wall or table stand 16

2 Connect the DHD Controller to the PlasmaWall 19

3 Connect signal sources to the DHD Controller 21

4 Connect external controller to DHD Controller RS-232 port

(optional)

5 Apply power to the PlasmaWall 27

6 If using the PlasmaWall with a computer, adjust computer

display properties

Installation should be performed by a qualified custom video
installation specialist.

For Details, refer to

page...

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Quick Setup

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7 Display calibration: adjust the following for analog inputs;

save settings when finished:

• Aspect ratio

• Brightness

• Contrast

• Color level

• Tint

• Sharpness

• White Balance

8 Repeat Step 7 for digital inputs 42

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3.3
Installation
Considerations

High-Altitude Operation Due to the design of all plasma glass panels made by every manufacturer, and the

Proper installation of your PlasmaWall will ensure the highest possible picture quality.
Whether you are installing the PlasmaWall temporarily or permanently, you should take the
following into account to ensure that it performs optimally.

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interaction between ambient air pressure and the plasma gases contained inside of the
panel, reliable operation of your plasma display cannot be assured during operation at
certain high-altitude locations.

Runco has found the XP-65DHD to operate reliably at altitudes of up to 6000 MSL (mean
sea level). The XP-65DHDxa has been found to operate reliably at altitudes of up to 9000
MSL.

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At higher elevations, each panel may react differently, depending upon the altitude, air
pressure, humidity and other meteorological factors. If you are planning to use this
product at a location above 9000 feet, please contact Runco technical support for further
information.

Mounting the PlasmaWall

on a Wall or

Table Stand

To install the PlasmaWall, you will need either an optional table stand or wall-mounting kit.

➤

The PlasmaWall cannot be installed on its own.

If you do decide to wall-mount the PlasmaWall, ensure that the wall-mount bracket is
installed according to the instructions included with it. The wall must be capable of
supporting a redundant weight factor three (3) times the weight of the display, or be
reinforced.

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Note

Use only a Runco-approved wall-mount kit (Runco part number
RUHK-005075 or equivalent) or table stand that is specifically
designed for your display.

You can attach your optional mounts or stand to the PlasmaWall in either of two ways:

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• As it lies flat with the screen face
down. Place the protective sheet,
which was wrapped around the
plasma monitor when it was
packaged, between the screen and
your work surface to avoid
scratching or otherwise damaging
the screen surface.

images will be noticeably reduced if light directly strikes the display, such as when a shaft
of light from a window or floodlight falls on the image. Images may then appear washed
out and less vibrant.

space on all sides between it and surrounding objects, as shown in
heat to disperse, maintaining the proper operating temperature.

Figure 3-2. This allows

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Ambient LightIn general, minimize or eliminate light sources directed at the display. Contrast ratio in your

VentilationIf you are mounting the PlasmaWall in an enclosure, leave at least 2 inches (50 mm) of

Wall

50mm (2")

50mm (2")

(2")

mm

Wall

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(2") 50

mm

50

Figure 3-2. Ventilation Requirements for Enclosure Mounting

50mm (2")

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Other Considerations Other considerations and tips that can help improve your installation, avoid damage and

➤

prolong operating life:

• Keep the ambient temperature constant and below 35°C (95°F). Keep the display away
from heating and/or air conditioning vents. Changes in temperature may cause drifts in
the display circuitry, which may affect performance.

• Keep the PlasmaWall away from devices that radiate electromagnetic energy such as
motors and transformers. Common sources of these include slide projectors,
speakers, power amplifiers and elevators.

• Handle the unit carefully when installing or carrying it. Use the built-in handles; DO NOT
touch or hold the screen face.

• Set the unit away from heat, excessive dust, and direct sunlight.

• Protect the inside of the unit from liquids and small metal objects. In case of accident,
unplug the power cord and have it serviced by an authorized Service Center.

• Do not hit or scratch the panel surface as this causes flaws on the surface of the
screen.

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

• To avoid sulfurization, it is strongly recommended not to place the unit in a dressing
room in a public bath or hot spring bath.

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Installation

Proceed as follows to connect the PlasmaWall to the DHD Controller, your video sources,
external controller(s) – if present – and AC power.

When connecting your equipment:

• Turn off all equipment before making any connections.

• Use the correct signal cables for each source.

• Ensure that the cables are securely connected. Tighten the thumbscrews on
connectors that have them.

Connect the DHD Controller to the PlasmaWall as shown in Figure 3-3 and described in
the sections that follow.

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AUDIO

AUDIO

SLOT1 SLOT3

DVI-D IN

SLOT2

RL

PR/CR/R PB/CB/B

COMPONENT/RGB IN

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Y/G

AUDIO

SERIALPC IN

3.4
Connections to the
PlasmaWall and DHD
Controller

Connecting the
PlasmaWall to the DHD
Controller

Optional Terminal
Board Insert Slot
(covered)

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Serial No

Model

Video Processor / Controller

HDMI OUT

INPUTS

R/Pr G/Y B/Pb

R/Pr G/Y B/Pb H V

HDMI 1 HDMI 2HDMI Out

HV

SDI

Option

HD1

HD2

Pb Pr Y

Component Video

Figure 3-3. Connecting the PlasmaWall to the DHD Controller

SYSTEM CONTROL INTERFACE

TRIGGERS

2

1

S-Video 1

Video

S-Video 2

3

WARNING:

RS-232 Out

OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE

THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

RS-232 Control

RS-232
OUT

IR

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

AVIS: RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE-NE PAS OUVRIR

CAUTION:

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC
SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER. NO USER­SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING
TO QUALIFIED SERVICE CENTER.

100-230VAC 50-60 Hz, 165 Watts Max

Made In USA

!

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Installation

Digital Video Connection: The PlasmaWall has a DVI input, labeled DVI-D IN (SLOT 2).
Connect the HDMI output from the DHD Controller to this input, using a DVI-to-HDMI
cable or a DVI cable with a DVI-to-HDMI adapter.

RS-232 Connection: Connect the RS-232 output from the DHD Controller to the
SERIAL input on the PlasmaWall. Use a standard, modular telephone cable with RJ11

plugs at both ends. On the PlasmaWall end, use the provided RJ11-to-DB9 adapter. This
adapter is wired as shown in

Figure 3-4.

To/From

DHD

Controller

2, 5

1, 6

RJ-11 Male

4

3

XMT DATA

RCV DATA

SIG GND

NO CONNECTION

RCV DATA

XMT DATA

SIG GND

REQUEST TO SEND

CLEAR TO SEND

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3

2

5

8

7

1, 9

DB-9 Female

PlasmaWall

1 5

6 9

SERIAL

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Figure 3-4. RS-232 Connection from the DHD Controller to the PlasmaWall

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Installation

Connect your video sources to the DHD Controller as shown and described in the
sections that follow.

HDMI Connections: See Figure 3-5.

Tip

G/Y H VR/Pr B/Pb

G/Y

HDMI 1 HDMI 2

Use the HDMI inputs whenever possible. This ensures the highest
video quality because the signal is carried in the digital domain
throughout the entire signal path, from source component output
into the projector.

INPUTS

HD1

HD2

HVR/Pr B/Pb

Pb

Pr Y

Component Video

TRIGGERS

IR123

S-Video 1

Video S-Video 2

Connecting Source
Components to the DHD
Controller

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Figure 3-5. HDMI Source Connections

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HDMI Source

(HD-DVD/BD/DVD Player or

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HDMI or DVI out)

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Digital (DTV) RGB Connections: See Figure 3-6.

INPUTS

G/Y H VR/Pr B/Pb

HD1

HD2

G/Y

HVR/Pr B/Pb

TRIGGERS

123

S-Video 1

HDMI 1 HDMI 2

Red/Pr Green/Y Blue/Pb Horiz Vert

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DTV or Progressive
Component (YPbPr)

Source

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Pb

Component Video

Pr Y

Video

S-Video 2

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Figure 3-6. Digital (DTV) RGB Connections

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Analog (Computer) RGB Connections: See Figure 3-7.

Installation

Note

G/Y H VR/Pr B/Pb

G/Y

HDMI 1 HDMI 2

Red Green Blue Horiz Vert

1. Refer to PlasmaWall Specifications on page 55 for a list of

computer signals compatible with the PlasmaWall. Use with
signals other than those listed may cause some functions not to
work.

2. Some Macintosh computers may require a Macintosh video
adapter. Contact your nearest authorized service center or dealer.

INPUTS

HVR/Pr B/Pb

HD1

HD2

Pb Pr

Component Video

TRIGGERS

123

Y

S-Video 1

Y Video S-Video 2

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Figure 3-7. Analog RGB Connections

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Composite/S-Video/Component Video Connections: See Figure 3-8.

INPUTS

G/Y H VR/Pr B/Pb

HD1

HD2

G/Y

HVR/Pr B/Pb

TRIGGERS

123

S-Video 1

HDMI 1 HDMI 2

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DVD Player, VCR,
Satellite Receiver,
Laser Disc etc.

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Pb Pr

Component Video

Pb Pr Y

Y Video S-Video 2

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Figure 3-8. Composite, S-Video and Component Video Connections

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Installation

Use a standard, 9-pin RS-232 cable to connect a PC or home theater control/automation
system (if present) to the RS-232 Control port on the DHD Controller; see

Figure 3-9.

For more information about using this connection, refer to Serial Communications on
page 49.

1

345

2

6

89

7

2 Transmit Data
3 Receive Data
5 Ground

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Pb Pr Y

Video

TRIGGERS

2

1

S-Video 1

RS-232 OutComponent Video

S-Video 2

IR

3

RS-232 Control

(none of the other pins are used)

to Automation/

Control System

or PC

RS-232 Controller
Connection

Figure 3-9. RS-232 Control System Connection

If your home theater contains equipment that responds to 12-Volt triggers, connect it to
the 12-Volt trigger outputs as shown in

Figure 3-10.

TRIGGERS

1

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2

IR

3

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Pb Pr Y

to 12-Volt

trigger-activated

equipment

Sleeve = Ground

Figure 3-10. Connecting 12-Volt Trigger Outputs

S-Video 1

Video

S-Video 2

Tip = +12V

RS-232 OutComponent Video

RS-232 Control

3.5-mm
mini plug

Connecting 12-Volt Trigger

Outputs to External
Equipment

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Video

3

IR

RS-232 Control

S-Video 1

S-Video 2

1

2

TRIGGERS

RS-232 Out

CAUTION:

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC
SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER. NO USER­SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING
TO QUALIFIED SERVICE CENTER.

AVIS: RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE-NE PAS OUVRIR

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

!

WARNING:

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE

OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE

THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

100-230VAC 50-60 Hz, 165 Watts Max

SYSTEM CONTROL INTERFACE

Made In USA

Connecting an External IR

Receiver to the DHD

Controller

If infrared signals from the remote control cannot reach the DHD Controller due to

➤

excessive distance or obstructions such as walls or cabinet doors, you can connect an
external IR receiver to the DHD Controller to extend the range of the remote control. See
Figure 3-11.

IR Receiver

Remote

Control

Ring = +5V
Tip = IR Input
Sleeve = Ground

(3.5-mm
mini phono
plug)

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Figure 3-11. External IR Receiver Connection

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When an external IR receiver is connected to the wired IR input, the
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4. Operation

1. Turn on your source components.

2. Plug the female end of
the power cord into
the AC receptacle on
the rear of the
PlasmaWall. Connect
the other end to your
AC power source.

3. Similarly connect the DHD Controller to a nearby AC outlet.

4. Press the main power switch at the front of the PlasmaWall (see Figure 2-1). The
standby/on indicator lights green.

5. Set the main power switch at the rear of the DHD Controller (see Figure 2-4) to the “on”
position.

6. Press the ON button on the remote control to
turn on the DHD Controller and PlasmaWall (or
press the power button on the front of the DHD
Controller). The power indicator on the DHD
Controller lights solid blue.

7. After a brief warm-up period (approximately 10
seconds), the PlasmaWall will display an image.

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Turning on the Power

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Operation

4.2

Setting the Computer
Display Properties

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To maximize image quality when using the PlasmaWall with a personal computer, you
may need to adjust the display properties of your computer’s video card. To do this on a
Microsoft® Windows®-based PC:

1. Choose Settings from the Windows Start
Menu and click on “Control Panel.”

2. Double click on the Display icon.

3. Click the Settings tab on the display dialog
box.

4. Adjust the resolution to 1024x768 pixels.

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5. Click the Advanced button and click the
Monitor tab on the dialog box. Set the
vertical frequency to 60Hz and click OK.

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Operation

Note

WARNING

Press the MENU button on either the remote control or the DHD Controller front panel to
display the Main Menu. To select a menu item, use the UP (
on either the remote control or the DHD Controller front panel to highlight it. Press ENTER
to confirm your selection.

The PlasmaWall OSD menus are arranged hierarchically, as shown in Figure 4-1.
Depending on the selected input source and signal characteristics, some menu options
may not be available.

Note

1. The native resolution of the XP-65DHD is 1920 x 1080. Other
horizontal or vertical resolutions may be scaled upward or
downward to fit the display.

2. With most computers, you can get the best picture at
1024

x 768 @ 60Hz.

To prevent image retention (burn) on your display, ALWAYS use a
screen saver and set it to the shortest possible time.

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) and DOWN ( ) buttons

When the input signal resolution is 1080i analog (via the HD1 or
HD2 input) or lower, the menus appear both on-screen and on the
front-panel display of the DHD Controller as you navigate them:

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4.3
Using the DHD
Controller Menus

Input Source

Aspect Ratio

When the input signal resolution is 1080i digital or 1080p (via the
HDMI1 or HDMI2 input), the menus appear on the front-panel
display only.

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Operation

Input Source

Aspect Ratio

Picture

Input Position

ISF Presets

Information

(read-only)

Service

Composite

S Video 1

S Video 2

Component SD

HD/RGB 1

HD/RGB 2

HDMI 1

HDMI 2

16:9

4:3

Letterbox

VirtualWide

Cinema

Brightness

Contrast

Color

Tint

Sharpness

Left/Right

Up/Down

Width

Height

Overscan

Recall ISF Night

Recall ISF Day

Recall/Save Custom 1

Recall/Save Custom 2

Reset Custom 1 & 2 to Factory Default

Serial Number

Hardware

Firmware

Date

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Grey Bars 1

Test Video

Input Names Rename, Restore or Save

Remote Control

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Display Device

HD Format

Triggers 1 / 2 / 3 / Save

Miscellaneous

System Reset

Restore Saved Settings

Grey Bars 2

Color Bars 1

Color Bars 2

Primary

Secondary

Display Position

Display Image
(1080i digital or 1080p
sources only)

HD/RGB 1

HD/RGB 2

ADC Bandwidth Auto, 75 MHz, 150 MHz or 300 MHz

YPbPr Input Resolution Auto, 480i/p, 576i/p, 720p or 1080i

Language (currently, English only)

Menu Mode

Timeout

Side Bar Color

Film Mode (SD src. only)

Calibration

(1080i analog and lower-res-

olution sources)

Left/Right, Up/Down, Width, Height

Pix By Pix
(Enable/Disable; 1080i/p sources only)

Brightness, Contrast

Sharpness, Color Temp.

AGC, Input Level

Red Gain, Blue Gain

Red Offset, Blue Offset

Gamma

Auto, RGB or YUV

Gain

Offset

ISF Night - Display Color

ISF Night - Input Image

ISF Night - Input Color

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ISF Day - Display Color

ISF Day - Input Image

ISF Day - Input Color

Save ISF Settings Back / Confirm

Output Shift

Splash Configure

OSD Position

Gamma

Color Temp.

AGC

Input Level

Brightness

Contrast

Color

Tint

Sharpness

Gain

Offset

Chroma Delay

Phase

Noise Filter

Gain

Offset

Gamma

Color Temp.

AGC

Input Level

Brightness

Contrast

Color

Tint

Sharpness

Gain

Offset

Chroma Delay

Phase

Noise Filter

Left/Right

Up/Down

Width

Height

Save

Owner Name

ISF Calibrated

ISF Other

Runco/ISF Logo Splash
Screen Timers
(2 ... 60 sec.)

Vert./Horiz., Normal/Wide,
Height

Figure 4-1. DHD Controller OSD Menu Structure for PlasmaWall

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Operation

Main Menu The Main Menu is the starting point for accessing all display functions.

(The Calibration and Service menus are hidden and not accessible until you enter a
passcode.)

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The active source is indicated by an arrow (>) to its left; in this example, Composite is the
active source.

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Runco Video

Input Source

Aspect Ratio

Picture

Input Position

ISF Presets

Information

Calibration

Service

Input Source From the Main Menu, select Input Source to choose a video signal source.

Input Source

> Composite

S-Video 1

S-Video 2

Component SD

HD/RGB 1

HD/RGB 2

HDMI 1

HDMI 2

from the Main Menu and press ENTER. Select the appropriate aspect ratio for your
screen size and the type of program material being viewed; refer to

The currently-selected aspect ratio is indicated by a “7” to its left; in this example, 16:9 is
selected.

The aspect ratio selection is automatically saved for each input and

Note

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resolution.

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Table 4-1.

Aspect Ratio To change the aspect ratio (size and shape) of the projected image, select Aspect Ratio

7





Aspect Ratio

16:9

4:3

Letterbox

VirtualWide

Cinema

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Operation

Table 4-1. Aspect Ratio Settings

Remote

Aspect Ratio

16:9 16:9 Select 16:9 to view 16:9 DVDs

Control

Key

16:9 Image on

16:9 Screen (Display)

Description

and HDTV programs in their
native aspect ratio.

4:3 images are stretched hori­zontally to fit a 16:9 screen.

4:3 4:3 4:3 scales the input signal to fit

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Letterbox LET

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VirtualWide V-WIDE VirtualWide scales a 4:3 image

BOX

4:3 Image, stretched to fill

16:9 Screen (Display)

4:3 Image on

16:9 Screen (Display)

4:3 Image on

16:9 Display

(Letterbox aspect ratio)

4:3 Image on

16:9 Screen

with VirtualWide

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in the center of the 16:9 screen.
4:3 is the aspect ratio used by
computer monitors, standard
television programming and
most VHS video cassettes.

Letterbox mode scales (zooms
in on) a 4:3 image linearly (by the
same amount on all sides) to fill
a 16:9 display.
Letterbox is best suited for
viewing LaserDisc movies or
non-anamorphic DVDs on a
16:9 screen.

NON-linearly (more on the sides
than in the center) to fit a 16:9
screen.

Cinema CINEMA Select Cinema to view 2.35:1

source material on a 16:9

2.35:1 Image on
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screen. The upper and lower
portions of the screen are
masked, but the geometry of the
active image area is not
changed.

optimum picture quality.

Note

The PlasmaWall has been designed to incorporate setup and calibration standards
established by the Imaging Science Foundation (ISF). The ISF has developed carefully
crafted, industry-recognized standards for optimal video performance and has
implemented a training program for technicians and installers to use these standards to
obtain optimal picture quality from Runco video display devices. Accordingly, Runco
recommends that setup and calibration be performed by an ISF-certified installation
technician.

All signal types require separate processing. Therefore, you need to calibrate each DHD
Controller input separately.

To calibrate the digital (HDMI 1 and HDMI 2) inputs, use the Display
Image controls in the Service menu. For more information, refer to
Display Device on page 42.

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Picture Use the controls in the Picture Menu to calibrate the analog inputs on the PlasmaWall for

Picture

Brightness

Contrast

Color

Tint

Sharpness

Note

Although it may be possible to obtain satisfactory picture quality using the naked eye and
regular program material, Runco recommends using the following calibration tools for best
results:

• External test pattern source – Ovation Multimedia, Video Essentials or AVIA test DVD
(or equivalent).

• A blue filter (provided with many test DVDs), for color level and tint adjustments.

Connect your test pattern source to the input that you are calibrating and proceed as
follows. Perform the adjustments in the order listed here.

Brightness: On your external test pattern source, select a PLUGE pattern. (PLUGE is an
acronym for “Picture Line-Up Generation Equipment.”)
pattern.

When you change a picture quality setting, save the change to a
preset afterwards. Otherwise, the change will be lost when a
different input is selected. (Picture quality settings are saved for
each input separately.) For information about saving settings, refer
to

ISF Presets on page 37.

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Figure 4-2 shows a typical PLUGE

Below Black

Above Black

Figure 4-2. Typical PLUGE Pattern for Adjusting Brightness

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PLUGE patterns vary but generally consist of some combination of black, white and gray
areas against a black background. The example above includes two vertical bars and four
shaded boxes.

Select Brightness from the Picture menu and press ENTER. Adjust the brightness so that:

• The darkest black bars disappear into the background.

• The dark gray areas are barely visible.

• The lighter gray areas are clearly visible.

• The white areas are a comfortable level of true white.

• The image contains only black, gray and white (no color).

Contrast: On your external test pattern source, select a stepped, gray-bar pattern like the
one shown in

Figure 4-3.

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Figure 4-3. Typical Gray Bar Pattern for Adjusting Contrast

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Select Contrast and press ENTER. Adjust the contrast to a point just below which the
white rectangle starts to increase in size.

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Brightness and contrast controls are interactive. A change to one
may require a subtle change to the other in order to achieve the
optimum setting.

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Color Saturation: On your external test pattern source, select a color bar pattern like the
one shown in

Figure 4-4.

Operation

gray

yellow

cyan

green

red

magenta

blue

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Figure 4-4. Typical Color Bar Pattern for Adjusting Color Saturation and Tint

Select Color and press ENTER. While looking at the color bar pattern through a blue filter,
adjust the color saturation level until the outermost (gray and blue) color bars appear to be
a single shade of blue:

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gray

yellow

cyan

green

red

magenta

blue

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Tint: Tint or “hue” is essentially the ratio of red to green in the color portion of the image.
When tint is decreased, the image appears redder; when it is increased the image
appears greener. To set the tint, select Tint and press ENTER. While looking at the color
bar pattern through a blue filter, adjust the tint level until the cyan and magenta color bars
(on either side of the green bar) appear to be a single shade of blue.

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Like the brightness and contrast controls, the color and tint controls
are interactive. A change to one may require a subtle change to the
other in order to achieve the optimum setting.

Operation

Sharpness: “Sharpness” is the amount of high-frequency detail in the image. To adjust
sharpness, select Sharpness from the Picture menu and press ENTER. On your external
test pattern source, select a pattern like the one shown in
looking for white edges around the transitions from black to gray and differently-sized lines
in the “sweep” patterns at the top and bottom. Lower the sharpness setting to eliminate
them.

Figure 4-5. Adjust as needed,

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Left/Right

Up/Down

Width

Height

Overscan

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Figure 4-5. Typical Test Pattern for Adjusting Sharpness

Input Position Use the controls in the Input Position Menu to fine-tune the aspect ratio and image

Input Position

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Left/Right: Select Left/Right from the Input Position menu to shift the projected image
horizontally. Use the right or up cursor button to shift the image to the right; use the left or
down button to shift it to the left.

Up/Down: Select Up/Down from the Input Position menu to shift the projected image
vertically. Use the right or up cursor button to shift the image upward; use the left or down
button to shift it downward.

Width: Select Width from the Input Position menu to change the projected image width.
Use the right or up cursor button to increase the width; use the left or down button to
decrease it.

Height: Select Height from the Input Position menu to change the projected image
height. Use the right or up cursor button to increase the height; use the left or down
button to decrease it.

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The input position settings are automatically saved for each input
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Overscan: Image Overscan pushes the outside edge of the active picture area of the
video signal out beyond the edge of the display area.

Some television programs are produced based on the assumption that older television
sets may not display the outer edges of the broadcast picture area. Over scan effectively
trims away these inactive, outer edges and enlarges the remaining portion of the image to
fill the display area.

Select from 1% to 10% of Overscan, as desired.

For HDTV, DVDs and other video sources, Overscan is generally not necessary or
desirable.

can recall at a later time. You can create up to four presets per input and resolution. Use
the ISF Presets menu to recall saved image presets, or to save image settings in the
“Custom 1” or “Custom 2” memory location. The currently-selected preset is indicated by
a “

7” to its left; in the example shown here, ISF Night is selected.

You should save changes to any of the following settings to a preset; otherwise they will
be lost when a new input source or resolution is selected:

• Brightness

•Contrast

• Color saturation

•Tint

• Sharpness

To reset the Custom 1 and Custom 2 image presets to their factory defaults, select
Factory Default and press ENTER.

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ISF PresetsFor each input, the PlasmaWall lets you save image quality settings as presets that you

ISF Presets

ISF Night

7

ISF Day



Custom 1 Save

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Custom 2 Save

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Factory Default

Operation

display: its serial number, the installed hardware and firmware versions and the firmware
version build date. Should you ever need to contact Runco Technical Support, this
information will help them answer your questions or resolve product performance issues.

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InformationSelect Information from the Main Menu to see information that uniquely identifies your

Information

Serial Number

Hardware 0

Firmware 0100.035B

Date Dec 15 2006

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Operation

Calibration

ISF Night

Display Color

Input Image

Input Color

ISF Day

Display Color

Input Image

Input Color

Save ISF Settings

Output Shift

Splash Configure

OSD Position

Calibration Use the Calibration menu to perform advanced picture quality adjustments on the analog

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inputs. This menu should be used by ISF-certified technicians only.

Note

Note

To recall the ISF Night or ISF Day settings, select “ISF Night” or “ISF Day” from the ISF
Presets menu (see above). Or, use the corresponding buttons on the remote control.

ISF Night - Display Color: Use the Display Color settings to adjust the color balance at
the display device (as opposed to the DHD Controller) for analog sources (up to 1080i).
These settings are saved independently for each input.

• Gain: Use the Gain controls to correct color imbalances in the bright areas of the

image. A good way to do this is to use a test pattern consisting mostly of solid white
areas, such as an 80 IRE “window” pattern. If the white areas contain traces of red or
blue, decrease the Gain for that color.

•Offset: Use the Offset controls in the White Balance sub-menu to correct color

imbalances in the dark areas of the image. A good way to do this is to use a test
pattern consisting mostly of dark gray areas, such as a 30 IRE “window” pattern. If the
gray areas contain traces of red or blue, decrease the Offset for that color.

• Gamma: The default gamma setting (1) is correct for almost all signals and conditions.

If excess ambient light washes out the image and it becomes difficult or impossible to
see details in dark areas, lower the gamma setting to compensate. This will improve
contrast while maintaining good details for blacks. Conversely, if the image is washed
out and unnatural, with excessive detail in black areas, increase the setting. Again,
good gamma improves contrast while maintaining good details for blacks and whites.

• Color Temp.: Select Color Temp from the Display Color menu to adjust the color
temperature. For most situations, the appropriate setting is (1). The higher setting (2)

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produces a “bluer” picture; the lower one (0) a “warmer” picture with more pronounced
red and orange hues.

• AGC (Automatic Gain Control): AGC increases the brightness of dark signals
automatically. To enable AGC, set it to 1 (on). To disable it, set it to 0 (off).

• Input Level: The Input Level control allows you to adjust parts which are extremely
bright and hard to see. (This cannot be adjusted when the input signal is digital.)

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To calibrate the digital (HDMI 1 and HDMI 2) inputs, use the Display
Image controls in the Service menu. For more information, refer to
Display Device on page 42.

You must enter a passcode to access the Calibration menu.

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ISF Night - Input Image: The Input Image controls are similar to those in the Picture
menu, but are accessible only by entering the Calibration menu passcode. This makes it
possible to restore the picture quality settings to what they were when the display was
installed, simply by recalling the “ISF Night” preset.

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ISF Night - Input Color: The Input Color controls are similar to those in the Display Color
menu (see above), but adjust the color balance at the DHD Controller (as opposed to the
display device). These settings are also saved independently for each input.

• Gain/Offset: These controls operate similarly to those in the ISF Night - Display
Color menu (see above), but affect the Y, Pb and Pr signal components rather than the

red and blue channels.

•Chroma Delay: use the Chroma Delay control to correct a mis-aligned image from a
Composite, S-Video or Component video source. Chroma delay in an image causes
color shifts to occur to the left of the vertical edge transitions, producing artificial
shadows or a “halo” effect. If necessary, adjust this setting to eliminate them.

•Phase: Adjust the phase if the image (usually from an RGB source) shows shimmer or
“noise.” Pixel phase adjusts the phase of the pixel sampling clock relative to the
incoming signal. The effect of this control is similar to that of a tracking control on a
VCR.

For best results, use a good test pattern such as a smooth gray consisting of a clear
pattern of black and white pixels, or a similar “half on, half off” graphic image. (You may
notice that you can stabilize the image at more than one point. Use either setting in this
case.)

•Noise Filter: To apply noise filtering to the input signal, select Noise Filter from the
Input Color menu. The Noise Filter is useful for clearing up noisy images from 480i
video sources.

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Use the left- or right-arrow buttons to select the desired amount of noise reduction,
keeping in mind that higher settings (which reduce high frequencies) may also “soften”
the image.

ISF Day - Display Color: Refer to ISF Night - Display Color.

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ISF Day - Input Image: Refer to ISF Night - Input Image.

ISF Day - Input Color: Refer to ISF Night - Input Color.

Save ISF Settings: Whenever you make a change to the ISF settings, you should always
save it. Select Save ISF Settings from the ISF Calibration menu to do this. In the event you
ever have to perform a
Restore Saved Settings in the Service menu. (System Reset and Restore Saved Settings
are described on page 44.)

Output Shift: The controls in the Output Shift menu are similar to those in the Input
Position menu, except that they change the characteristics of the output signal. These
settings are saved independently for each aspect ratio.

Splash Configure: Use the Splash Configure menu to customize the appearance of the
start-up message that appears on the vacuum fluorescent display upon power-up.

• Owner Name/ISF Calibrated/ISF Other: You can have the PlasmaWall display the
owner’s name, your name, the phrase “ISF Calibrated” and/or any other string, up to
20 characters in length.

Use the up or down cursor button to select a character. Use the right and left cursor
buttons to change the cursor position. Press MENU when you have finished entering
text. Then, check the “Splash Enable” box to have the PlasmaWall display the
information you enter here when it is turned on.

System Reset, you can restore the saved ISF settings by selecting

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• Runco/ISF Logo Splash Screen Timers: When you turn on the PlasmaWall, it

projects a welcome screen with the Runco logo followed by one with the ISF logo.
Select Splash Timer from the
these two images appear. The range is from 2 to 60 seconds, in one-second
increments.

Use the up or down cursor button to select a timer value to adjust. Use the right or left
cursor button to change the timer value. Press MENU when you have finished
configuring both timers.

OSD Position: Select OSD Position, press ENTER and use the arrow buttons to change
the size and position of the OSD controls.

Splash Configure menu to set the amount of time that

Service Use the Service menu to access advanced display configuration settings. This menu

Service

Test Video

Input Names

Remote Control

Analog Out Mode

Display Device

HD Format

Triggers

Miscellaneous

System Reset

Restore Saved Settings

Input Names

Restore

Composite Composite

S-Video 1 S-Video 1

S-Video 2 S-Video 2

Component SD Component SD

HD/RGB 1 HD/RGB 1

HD/RGB 2 HD/RGB 2

HDMI 1 HDMI 1

HDMI 2 HDMI 2

Save

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should be used by ISF-certified technicians only.

You must enter a passcode to access the Service menu.

Note

Test Video: Select Test Video from the Service Menu to access the internal test patterns
on the PlasmaWall. Four patterns are available, consisting of white/gray or colored bars.
These are useful for calibrating other theater source components (DVD player, HD tuner
etc.) that have their own picture controls.

Press MENU to exit test pattern mode.

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Input Names: You can give each DHD Controller input a descriptive name. For example,
you may want to change the default input name to the type of source component
connected to it: “VCR,” “DVD,” “Laptop” et cetera. Composite, S-Video and Component
SD input names can be up to 12 characters long; the others can be up to eight characters
long.

To edit an input name, select Input Names from the Service menu. Press or to select
an input and press ENTER. Use the or buttons to change a character; press or

to select a character to change. When you have finished editing the input name, press

MENU.

To restore the default input name, press repeatedly to highlight that input name in the
“Restore” column. Then, press ENTER.

To save input names so that they can be restored after a System Reset (described on
page 44), press repeatedly to highlight “Save.” Then, press ENTER.

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Note

The button takes you from top to bottom in the left column, then
from top to bottom in the right column. To highlight “Save,” scroll
through both columns.

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Remote Control: The Remote Control menu shows you the primary and secondary
infrared (IR) codes to which the DHD Controller will respond. By default, both are set to

17. You can change these codes if either:

• Another device in the theater (a DVD player, for example) is responding to commands
from the DHD Controller remote control (
undesirable.

• You have multiple DHD Controllers and want to control them independently, as
opposed to broadcasting commands from a single remote to all of them. In this
scenario, you can use multiple remotes programmed to use different IR codes. Or, you
can use a single remote and change the IR code as needed to address a specific
device.

Figure 2-5) in ways that are unpredictable or

Operation

Tip

Note

When you change a remote code on the DHD Controller, you must re-program your
remote control to send that same code. To do this:

1. Using a straightened paper clip or similar object,
press and hold the CODE button on the remote
control for approximately three seconds, or until the
LED on the remote lights solid red.

– OR –

If your remote control unit does not have a CODE
button, press and hold the LIGHT button on the
remote control for approximately three seconds, or
until the LED on the remote lights solid red.

2. Enter a new two-digit code between 00 and 31 inclusive. Include a leading zero for
single-digit codes; for example, enter 9 as “09.”

3. The LED turns off to confirm the code change. If you enter an invalid code, the LED
flashes for three or four seconds. Try again, entering a valid code.

Use the DHD Controller front-panel keypad to change its IR code.
Then, change the code sent by the remote to match as described
below.

Do not change the “Type” setting in this menu.

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Display Device: The options in the Display Device menu allow you to perform certain
adjustments at the plasma display.

• Display Position: Select Display Position from the Display Device menu to perform the

following display device adjustments (these are global, independent of any input):

•Select Left/Right or Up/Down and use the or buttons to fine-tune the

displayed image position.

•Select Width or Height and use the or buttons to fine-tune the display device

aspect ratio.

•Select Pix By Pix from the Display Position menu and set it to Enable to have the

PlasmaWall map a 1920x1080 input signal to 1080p HD panel pixels, displaying
100% of the original content. By skipping the scaling process, the PlasmaWall can
produce high-definition images in their original, 1:1 pixel form.

When Pix By Pix mode is disabled, the picture source is scaled for over-scanning
and 97% of the original is displayed. Use this setting to minimize or elimate image
flicker.

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• Display Image (1080i digital and 1080p signals ONLY): Select Display Image from

the Display Device menu to perform the following display device adjustments.

•Brightness

•Contrast

• Sharpness

• Color Temperature

• AGC

• Input Level

• Gain (red and blue)

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• Offset (red and blue)

•Gamma

For detailed instructions for making these adjustments, refer to Calibration on
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1. Pix By Pix is available only when the input signal is 1080i or
1080p.

2. You cannot adjust the Width or Height when Pix By Pix is
enabled.

The PlasmaWall stores any changes you make to these settings in
the currently-selected ISF preset (ISF Day or ISF Night). After
calibrating the display for one ISF preset, save your settings, select
the other ISF preset and repeat the process.

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HD Format: If the characteristics of the incoming signal on the HD1 or HD2 inputs are
known, select HD Format from the Service menu and set them as described below. Doing
so can reduce the time it takes the DHD Controller to switch from HD to 480i signals or
vice versa.

This is generally not necessary unless the DHD Controller – for whatever reason – has
difficulty determining the color space (RGB or YUV), bandwidth or resolution of the
incoming HD signal. In most situations, the Auto settings work well.

•HD/RGB 1 and HD/RGB 2 (Color Space): Select Auto, RGB or YUV.

• ADC Bandwidth: Select Auto, 75 MHz, 150 MHz or 300 MHz.

• YPbPr Input Resolution: Select Auto or specify the input resolution, if known: 480i,

480p, 576i, 576p, 720p or 1080i.

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Triggers: Select Triggers from the Service menu to configure the 12-volt trigger outputs.
You can assign one or more trigger outputs to each aspect ratio. Those triggers are then
activated by selecting that aspect ratio.

To save the trigger settings so that they can be restored after a System Reset (described
below), press

Miscellaneous: Select Miscellaneous from the Service menu to set the following options:

• Language: Select Language from the Miscellaneous menu and press the up- or

down-arrows to select the OSD language. (Currently, only English is supported.)

• Menu Mode: This is the manner in which the OSD menus appear and disappear when
you press MENU. Choose one of the following:

0 = No transition; menus abruptly appear and disappear.
1 = Menus fade in and out.
2 = “Checkerboard” dissolve; menus appear and disappear in sections.
3 = “Window shade” effect; menus are drawn on a diagonal from top left to bottom
right, and retract in the opposite direction.

•Timeout - Short/Long: These settings control how long the OSD menus stay on
screen. Select a time-out period of from 2 to 60 seconds.

• Side Bar Color: This controls the color of the inactive image area. The range is from

-100 (black) to 100 (white).

The inactive image area is on either side of the active image area when using the
Standard 4:3 aspect ratio (or the entire screen when no incoming video signal is
present).

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• Film Mode: Enable Film Mode to smooth out moving images from interlaced,
standard-definition (SD) sources. In most cases, the PlasmaWall detects the proper
“pull-down” rate and vertical frequency. However, if your source is jittery and/or tearing
you may wish to enable Film Mode to ensure stable processing for that source.

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Operation

System Reset: To reset ALL DHD Controller settings (including image settings) back to
their factory defaults, choose System Reset from the Service menu.

A confirmation message appears, reminding you to save your settings before you perform
the reset, so that you can restore them afterwards. If you have done this, select Confirm to
continue with the reset. Otherwise, click Back to cancel.

Caution

Restore Saved Settings: Following a System Reset, select Restore Saved Settings to
apply all previously-saved settings to the PlasmaWall and DHD Controller.

This action is not undoable. Proceed with caution! Before you
perform a System Reset, save ALL settings, including “Custom” ISF
Presets (
settings (page 39), Input Names (page 40) and Trigger settings
(page 43).

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5. Maintenance and Troubleshooting

Regular cleaning will extend the life and performance of the PlasmaWall. Before cleaning,
be sure to unplug the power cord from the power outlet.

Do not under any circumstances use solvents such as benzene or thinner to clean the
PlasmaWall. Doing so may cause deterioration or peeling of paint from the display or
remote control unit.

Wipe the display 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.

cloth (cotton, flannel etc.). Do not use tissue or a rough cloth. The screen surface is easily
scratched; do not rub it or hit it with a hard object.

If you clean the surface of the screen with a wet cloth, water droplets on the surface may
enter into the product and cause a malfunction.

rear panel of the display of dust buildup (set the vacuum cleaner to its weakest setting
when doing this). If not removed, accumulated dust can cause the internal temperature to
increase, resulting in possible breakdown or fire.

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5.1
Cleaning

Cleaning the Display
Panel Body and Remote
Control

Cleaning the ScreenAfter dusting, wipe the screen gently using the supplied cleaning cloth or another soft

Cleaning the VentsAs a general rule, use a vacuum cleaner about once a month to clean the vents on the

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Maintenance and Troubleshooting

5.2

Troubleshooting Tips

Table 5-1 provides some general guidelines for troubleshooting problems you may
encounter with the PlasmaWall. If the suggested solutions fail to resolve the problem or if
you encounter an issue not described here, please contact your Runco dealer or Runco
Technical Support.

Table 5-1. Troubleshooting Chart

Symptom Possible Cause(s) Solution

The display does not turn on
after initial installation.

The PlasmaWall and DHD
Controller are both on, but
there is no picture and
on-screen menus do not
appear.

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• The PlasmaWall is not
plugged in or the AC outlet
is not active.

• The DHD Controller is not
plugged in or the AC outlet
is not active.

•The remote control
batteries have run out.

• The serial connection from
the DHD Controller to the
PlasmaWall is incorrect.

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• Faulty or incorrect video
connection between the
DHD Controller and the
PlasmaWall.

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• Ensure that the

• Ensure that the DHD

• Replace the batteries.

• Ensure that the RS-232

• Ensure that the HDMI

PlasmaWall is plugged in
and that the AC outlet is
active.

Controller is plugged in
and that the AC outlet is
active.

output from the DHD
Controller is properly
connected to the RS-232C
input on the PlasmaWall

Figure 3-3).

(see

output from the DHD
Controller is properly
connected to the DVI input
on the PlasmaWall (see
Figure 3-3).

The display is on and menus
appear, but there is no
picture.

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Image is too bright and/or
lacks definition in the bright
areas of the image.

Image appears “washed out”
and/or dark areas appear too
bright.

• Incorrect source selection.

• Source component is not
turned on.

• Source component is
connected incorrectly or
not at all.

• Contrast is set too high. • Lower the contrast setting.

• Brightness is set too high. • Lower the brightness

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• Select the correct source.

• Turn on the source
component.

• Check connections from
source component to DHD
Controller.

setting.

Table 5-1. Troubleshooting Chart (continued)

Symptom Possible Cause(s) Solution

Maintenance and Troubleshooting

Colors in the image are
swapped; for example, reds
appear blue or vice versa.

RGB-HD images appear
“noisy.”

Computer images do not dis­play correctly.

The image is too large or too
small.

•The Red/Pr, Green/Y or
Blue/Pb outputs from the
source are connected to
the wrong inputs on the
DHD Controller.

• The Red, Green or Blue
(analog) outputs from the
DHD Controller are
connected to the wrong
inputs on the PlasmaWall.

• Clock and Phase settings
need adjustment.

• The resolution and
frequency of the video
card in the computer are
not compatible with the
PlasmaWall.

• Image size needs
adjusting.

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• Ensure that the source
outputs are connected to
the correct DHD Controller
input.

• Ensure that the DHD
Controller outputs are
connected to the correct
inputs on the PlasmaWall.

• Adjust Clock and Phase
settings (refer to

- Input Color on
page 39).

• Select a compatible
resolution and vertical
frequency (refer to

PlasmaWall
Specifications on

page 55).

• Adjust the image size (refer

Input Position on

to
page 36 or Display

Device - Display
Position on page 42).

ISF Night

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6. Serial Communications

To interface the PlasmaWall with a home theater automation/control system or a PC
running terminal emulation software, connect it to the RS-232 output of the DHD
Controller as shown in
of the DHD Controller as shown in Figure 3-9.

Configure the RS-232 controller or PC serial port as follows: no parity, eight (8) data bits,
one (1) stop bit and no flow control. Set the baud rate to 19200, to match that of the DHD
Controller RS-232 port.

Figure 3-3. Connect your control system or PC to the RS-232 input

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Serial commands to the DHD Controller take the following form:

• Commands are not case-sensitive.

• For a single command that takes no parameters, type the command followed by a
carriage return; for example, to set the aspect ratio to Letterbox, type

LETTERBOX

• For a single command that takes a parameter, type the command, a space or a
comma and the desired value followed by a carriage return; for example, to set the
brightness to -10, type BRIGHTNESS

BRIGHTNESS,-10

• You can also send a string of multiple commands on a single line, separated by
commas. For example, COMPOSITE,BRIGHTNESS
the Composite video input, sets the brightness to 100 and sets the aspect ratio to
16:9. Command strings can be up to 255 characters long.

<Enter>.

<Enter>.

-10 <Enter> or

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6.1
RS-232 Connection
and Port Configuration

6.2
Serial Command
Syntax

Note

Avoid combining the ON or POWER 1 commands with other commands
on a single line. After sending ON or POWER 1, allow at least five (5)
seconds for the DHD
ISF splash screen (refer to
seconds for the DHD Controller to power up.

Once it does, it will accept and properly execute multiple serial
commands.

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Table 6-1 lists the RS-232 command set. The “Parameter (min/max)” column shows the
valid parameter ranges, or “NA” for commands that take no parameters.

When you enter a valid command, the DHD Controller executes it and acknowledges it
with a plus sign on the command line (+ >). When you enter an invalid command – one
that is misspelled or followed by values outside the valid range for that command – the
DHD Controller ignores it and returns a minus sign (- >).

Table 6-1. Serial Commands

Command

OFF NA NA Turns system off

ON NA NA Turns system on

POWER 0/1 NA Turns system on or off (toggles on/off state)

POWER? NA NA Returns power status

COMPONENT NA YES Selects the Component input

COMPOSITE NA YES Selects the Composite video input

HDMI1 NA YES Selects the HDMI 1 input

HDMI2 NA YES Selects the HDMI 2 input

HD1 NA YES Selects the RGB HD 1 input

HD2 NA YES Selects the RGB HD 2 input

INPUT? NA NA Returns active input

SVIDEO1 NA YES Selects the S-Video 1 input

Parameter

(min/max)

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Value

Stored?

Power On/Off Commands

Input Selection Commands

Description

SVIDEO2 NA YES Selects the S-Video 2 input

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16:9 NA YES Selects the 16:9 aspect ratio

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ASPECT? NA NA Returns current aspect ratio

CINEMA NA YES Selects the Cinema aspect ratio

LETTERBOX NA YES Selects the Letterbox aspect ratio

4:3 NA YES Selects the 4:3 aspect ratio

VIRTUALWIDE NA YES Selects the VirtualWide aspect ratio

Aspect Ratio Commands (not available on HDMI 1 or HDMI 2 inputs)

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Table 6-1. Serial Commands (continued)

Serial Communications

Command

Picture Adjust Commands (not available on HDMI 1 or HDMI 2 inputs)

BRIGHTNESS -100/100 YES Sets a value for brightness

BRIGHTNESS? NA NA Returns brightness setting value

CHROMADELAY -12/12 YES Sets a value for input color chroma delay

CHROMADELAY? NA NA Returns input color chroma delay setting

COLOR -100/100 YES Sets a value for color

COLOR? NA NA Returns color setting value

CONTRAST -100/100 YES Sets a value for contrast

CONTRAST? NA NA Returns contrast setting value

FILMMODE 0/1 YES Sets Film Mode off (0) or on (1)

FILMMODE? NA NA Returns Film Mode setting (0 = off; 1 = on)

FILTER 0/15 YES Sets a value for input color noise filter

FILTER? NA NA Returns input color noise filter setting

PHASE 0/3 YES Adjusts phase

Parameter

(min/max)

Value

Stored?

Description

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PHASE? NA NA Returns phase setting value

SHARPNESS -6/6 YES Sets a value for sharpness

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SHARPNESS? NA NA Returns sharpness setting value

TINT -100/100 YES Sets a value for tint

TINT? NA NA Returns tint setting value

Image Preset Commands (not available on HDMI 1 or HDMI 2 inputs)

CUSTOM1 NA YES Loads “Custom 1” image preset

CUSTOM2 NA YES Loads “Custom 2” image preset

PRESET? NA NA Returns currently-selected preset

DAY NA YES Loads “ISF Day” image preset

NIGHT NA YES Loads “ISF Night” image preset

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(ISF Day, ISF Night, Custom 1 or Custom 2)

Image Preset Commands (available on all inputs)

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Table 6-1. Serial Commands (continued)

Command

Input Position Commands (not available on HDMI 1 or HDMI 2 inputs)

IHEIGHT -100/100 YES Sets the value for input height

IHEIGHT? NA NA Returns input height value

IHPOS -100/100 YES Sets a value for horizontal input position

IHPOS? NA NA Returns input horizontal position value

IVPOS -100/100 YES Sets a value for vertical input position

IVPOS? NA NA Returns input vertical position value

IWIDTH -100/100 YES Sets the value for input width

IWIDTH? NA NA Returns input horizontal width value

OVERSCAN 0/10 YES Sets the overscan percentage

OVERSCAN? NA NA Returns overscan percentage

Output Shift Commands (not available on HDMI 1 or HDMI 2 inputs)

OHEIGHT -100/100 YES Sets the value for output height

OHEIGHT? NA NA Returns output height value

Parameter

(min/max)

INARY

Value

Stored?

Description

OHPOS -100/100 YES Sets the value for output horizontal position

OHPOS? NA NA Returns output horizontal position value

OVPOS -100/100 YES Sets the value for output vertical position

OVPOS? NA NA Returns output vertical position value

OWIDTH -100/100 YES Sets the value for output width

OWIDTH? NA NA Returns output horizontal width value

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Table 6-1. Serial Commands (continued)

Serial Communications

Command

Miscellaneous Commands (not available on HDMI 1 or HDMI 2 inputs)

BKGND -100/100 YES Sets the background color for 4:3 aspect

BKGND? NA NA Returns background setting value

DATE? NA NA Returns product manufacture date

HDINPUTRES NA YES Sets YPbPr input resolution and refresh

HWVER? NA NA Returns hardware version number

INRES? NA NA Returns input resolution

SWVER? NA NA Returns software version number

Parameter

(min/max)

Miscellaneous Commands (available on all inputs)

Value

Stored?

Description

ratio (-100 = black; 100 = white)

rate for HD1/HD2, as follows:
0 = 480i
1 = 480p
2 = 576i
3 = 576p
4 = 720p / 60 Hz
5 = 1080i / 60 Hz
6 = 720p / 50 Hz
7 = 1080i / 25 Hz
Any other value = Auto

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TRIGGER 1/3 YES Assigns trigger to currently-selected aspect

ratio

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Table 6-1. Serial Commands (continued)

Command

The following serial commands are meant to emulate buttons on the remote control or DHD Con­troller front panel. Each button has its own serial command, so effectively it is as if you were using
the IR remote only you’ll be doing so via serial commands. These commands provide active OSD
responses just like the IR remote.

DOWN NA NA Down-Arrow ( ) key

ENTER NA NA ENTER key

LEFT NA NA Left-Arrow ( ) key

MENU NA NA MENU

RIGHT NA NA Right-Arrow ( ) key

UP NA NA Up-Arrow ( ) key

Parameter

(min/max)

Value

Stored?

Description

INARY

RELI

P

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7. Specifications

Table 7-1 lists the PlasmaWall specifications.

Table 7-1. PlasmaWall Specifications

Native Resolution: 1920 x 1080

Screen Size: 56.50 in. W x 31.80 in. H (1434.0 x 807.0 mm)

65 in. (1646.0 mm) diagonal

Screen Aspect Ratio: 16:9

Available Aspect Ratios: Refer to Table 7-2

DTV Compatibility: 480p, 720p, 1080i, 1080p

Contrast Ratio: 400:1 (measured at 100 lux); 5,000:1 maximum

Data/Graphics Compatibility: VGA, SVGA, XGA, SXGA, UXGA (compressed)

Horiz. scan frequency = 15 to 110 kHz
Vert. scan frequency = 48 to 120 Hz

Inputs (from DHD Controller): (1) DVI 1.0 with HDCP

(1) RS-232 (9-pin, D-sub male)

Power Requirements: 100 to 240 VAC, 50/60Hz

Power Consumption: 790 W (1.0 W in standby), maximum

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Operating Environment: 40ºF to 95ºF (5ºC to 35ºC);

20% to 80% humidity (non-condensing)
Altitude – Model XP-65DHDxa = up to 9,000 feet (2,743m)
Altitude – Model XP-65DHD = up to 6,000 feet (1,828m)

7.1
PlasmaWall
Specifications

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Dimensions: See Figure 7-1

Weight (with Stand): 163.1 lbs. (73.98 kg)

Limited Warranty: Three (3) years parts and labor from the date of delivery to

Specifications are subject to change without notice.

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the end user (except for plasma glass panel).
Plasma Glass Panel: One (1) year parts and labor from the
date of delivery to the end user.

Specifications

7.2

DHD Controller
Specifications

Table 7-2 lists the DHD Controller specifications.

Table 7-2. DHD Controller Specifications

Aspect Ratios: 4:3, Letterbox, 16:9, VirtualWide, Cinema

Video Standards: NTSC, PAL

Inputs: (1) Composite

(2) S-Video
(1) Component
(2) HD-R (Pr), G (Y), B (Pb), H, V
(2) HDMI with HDCP

Outputs: HDMI with HDCP

Control Options: - Discrete infrared remote

- Serial commands via RS-232

- Front-panel controls

RS-232 Communication
Parameters:

Trigger Outputs: (3) +12 VDC, each rated at 750 mA and thermal

Bandwidth: 150 Mega Samples per Second (MSPS)

Power Requirements: 100 to 240 VAC (auto-sensing), 50/60 Hz, 160 Watts

IMINAR

19200 bps, no parity, 8 data bits, 1 stop bit, no flow control

fuse-protected

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Operating Environment: 41°F to 95°F (5°C to 35°C), 0% to 90% humidity

Dimensions: Width = 17.50 inches (444.5 mm)

Weight: 13.0 lbs. (5.90 kg)

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Regulatory Approvals: Complies with FCC, CE C-Tick

Limited Warranty: Two (2) years parts and labor from the date of delivery to

Specifications are subject to change without notice.

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(non-condensing)

Depth = 11.19 inches (284.1 mm)
Height = 3.75 inches (95.3 mm)

the end user.

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Specifications

Figure 7-1 shows the PlasmaWall dimensions (all dimensions are in inches).

1.7

1.1

0

0

2.5

7.4

8.8

10.0

31.2

59.8

62.3

2.5

18.7

65.4

35.0

37.5

7.0

4.5

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7.3
PlasmaWall
Dimensions

17.0

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9.0

12.0

2.3

10.3

18.5

43.0

52.3

60.0

62.3

1.7
0

0

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25.1

30.4

5.6

2.1

37.5

Figure 7-1. PlasmaWall Model XP-65DHD Dimensions (with Optional Table Stand)

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Notes:

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