SIM2 RTX-55-TV Owners manual

RTX 55TV

User and installation manual

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cod. 46.0395.000

INTRODUCTION

Dear Customer,

The appliance you have purchased is the perfect combination of a television, and a graphic monitor that can be connected to a digital source, typically a computer. It is designed to give you maximum satisfaction and provides all the functions and adjustments necessary to ensure top quality sound and vision in both operating modes. To ensure the equipment is properly installed and used, accordingly, read through this manual carefully and in particular, before operating the appliance, pay special attention to the tips and warnings on the subject of safety and regarding conditions of use. Bear in mind that to receive good quality audio-video signals, a good quality aerial system is needed.The manufacturer declines any responsibility for poor operation of this appliance attributable to an inadequate or defective aerial system.

Congratulations on having chosen a RTX 55TV by SIM2 Multimedia.

SUMMARY

1 PRESENTATATION OF THE RTX 55TV

IMPORTANT INFORMATION ON SAFETY

Notes on safety 6

Positioning the RTX 55TV 7

Cleaning the television 7

Precautions regarding the remote control 7

Care for the environment 7

3 INSTALLATION 8

Unpacking and connections 8

Connecting external appliances 8

4 OPERATION OF THE APPLIANCE 12

IN TV MODE

The Remote Control 12

I Function buttons on the RTX 55TV cabinet 16

Switching on and off 16

Connecting the appliance to the mains power supply

Cabinet controls 18

Sound adjustments 24

Video adjustments 26

Other functions 28

5 OPERATION IN GRAPHIC MONITOR MODE 30

6 APPENDIX 34

OSD summary table - TV mode

7 ADDITIONAL INFORMATION 39

Guide to navigation of the OSD 19

Selecting the Audio-Video source 20

Looping two sockets

Tuning and programming (TV mode) 20

OSD summary table - Graphic monitor mode

Technical speciﬁcations

Dimensions

The operating system:On Screen Display 17

Using the OSD with the remote control 18

1 PRESENTATATION OF THE RTX 55TV

The Display, of elegant and original design, generates images utilizing the most recent DLP™ chip by Texas Instruments (DMD™ panel with 1280x720 resolution featuring 12° techno logy), a proprietary sealed dustproof optical engine, a new six segment colour wheel and a Fresnel lens of new conception. All of which adds up to a system offering a video display of excellent quality, with close attention given to the aspects of deﬁnition, detail, colour and contrast.

The RTX 55TV system is able to accept and process a wide range of video signals, thanks to a set of socket ports allowing connection to the widest imaginable variety of sources, analog and digital alike: DVD players, video recorders, satellite and terrestrial receivers, computers, video game consoles, camcor ders, etc. The image processing system of the RTX 55TV allows optimum reproduction of a wide range of input signals, from interlaced video to high deﬁnition and digital graphics.Interlaced video signals are converted into progressive signals by the highly acclaimed DCDiTM, technology, guaranteeing smooth, natural, ﬂicker-free images without annoying pixel block effects. High resolution signals are reproduced faithfully and without loss of information or picture detail thanks to the powerful acquisition capacity of the system when handling video signals with high pixel rates.

Different input signal resolutions can be adapted to match the speciﬁed screen resolution without loss of image quality, thanks to a generous selection of preset aspect ratios, some of which

are user deﬁnable. All sound and picture adjustments can be made from the remote control interacting with a simple menu-activated On Screen Display (OSD); alternatively, adjustments can be made using the panel controls on the front edge of the cabinet.

IMPORTANT: The appliance has been subjected to exhau stive operating tests by SIM2 to ensure maximum quality. It is therefore possible that the life of the lamp initially may be no

more than 30 - 60 hours. Besides the usual checks, the Quality Control department also runs additional statistical tests before despatch. In this instance the packaging may show signs of having been opened, and the hours operation of the lamp may be higher than the value required under standard procedures.

2 IMPORTANT INFORMATION ON SAFETY

power cable or the plug has been damaged, if liquids or solid objects have spilled over or fallen onto the cabinet, or if the appliance has been exposed to rain or damp, or dropped, or is simply not working as it should.

Connect the appliance only to the type of power supply indicated

Connect the RTX 55TV to a mains power supply rated 220V

CAUTION! RISK OF ELECTROCUTION: DO NOT OPEN! This symbol warns of the risk involved in removing the rear cover. Whatever the reason, the rear cover must be removed only by a qualiﬁed and authorised service technician. To reduce the risk of electrocution, disconnect the power cable from the rear panel before removing the rear cover of the appliance.

This symbol warns that there is a danger of electric shock from touching certain live parts inside the cabinet.

This symbol indicates the inclusion in the manual of important instructions that must be read before operating or maintaining the appliance.

NOTES ON SAFETY

Read this manual and keep it safe

This manual contains important information on how to install and operate the RTX 55TV. Before using the appliance, read the safety notes and the directions, which must be observed conscientiously. Keep this manual safe for future reference.

Entrust servicing and repairs to specialist technicians.

Have all repair work done by authorised service technicians only. The involvement of a technician will be required if the appliance has suffered damage of any kind, for example if the

±10%, 50/60 Hz and equipped with an earth system. The power cable of the appliance is equipped with a three pin plug incorporating the earth connection. Accordingly, make sure that the power socket and the mains supply where the appliance is to be installed are wired with earth connections, so that this protection is not lost. If in doubt, consult a qualiﬁed electrician. Take care to avoid overloading the power socket and any extension leads.

Be careful with cables.

Arrange cables in such a way that they will not cause any obstruction. Keep cables out of the reach of small children. Install the RTX 55 TV as near as possible to the wall power socket. Avoid stepping on power cables, make certain they do not become tangled, and never jerk or tug; do not expose them to sources of heat, and make certain they do not become knotted or kinked, especially near to plugs and connectors or to the point where they leave the RTX 55TV cabinet. If cables become damaged in any way, contact your nearest Service Centre. Do not plug in or switch on the appliance using a defective cable.

Disconnecting the appliance from the power supply.

The appliance is isolated from the power supply by removing the plug from the power socket. When installing the appliance, make sure that the plug end of the cable and the mains power socket are easily accessible. To disconnect the appliance from the power supply, pull out the plug. Do not tug the cable.

Disconnect the RTX 55TV during thunderstorms or when not in use.

To prevent lightning strikes near your home from damaging the appliance, disconnect it from the power supply during thunder storms or whenever it is not going to be used for any length of time.In these cases, it is advisable to remove the plug from the power socket and disconnect the aerial cable as well (Fig. 2). When switching off the appliance overnight,rather than leaving it in standby, switch it off at the main power switch ([32] Fig. 7).

Never look directly at the projection lamp.

projection lamp inside the RTX 55TV is alight, it can be seen through the ventilation grilles:never look at this intense light directly as is could damage your eyesight. Make certain that children do not look at the lamp when it is alight.

Avoid contact with internal parts of the appliance.

side the cabinet there are electrical parts carrying dangerously high voltages and parts operating at high temperature. Never open the cabinet of your RTX 55TV. Entrust all servicing and repair work to an authorised Service Centre. If the cabinet is opened, the warranty will be invalidated. Also, if the appliance should develop a fault or malfunction, switch it off immediately, disconnect the cable from the power supply and contact your local Service Centre.

Avoid contact with liquids and exposure to damp.

not operate the RTX 55TV near water (wash basins, bathtubs, etc.); never place objects containing water or other liquids on top of or near the cabinet, and do not expose the appliance to rain and damp, or drops and splashes. Similarly, do not place candles or other naked ﬂames on top of the RTX 55TV. If these should fall over, molten wax or ﬂame can cause serious damage to the appliance both internally and externally.

POSITIONING THE RTX 55TV SYSTEM

• To obtain a picture with the right contrast, locate the appliance in a position where the screen will not reﬂect artiﬁcial light from ﬁttings in the room, or sunlight entering through windows.

• Select a well-ventilated position for the appliance, where it will not get too hot. Take care to avoid accidentally covering the ventilation grilles on the rear cover with newspapers, curtains etc. The grilles must remain free at all times to ensure ade quate cooling of the internal electronic circuits.Leave suitable clearance for ventilation (at least 10 cm) all around the RTX 55TV: do not position the appliance in an alcove where the circulation of air will be restricted.

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Do not position the RTX 55TV too near sources of heat (e.g. heaters, radiators, temperature control valves, etc.).

• To avoid serious injuries and damage to property, position the appliance a ﬂat, level and stable surface where it cannot fall, topple over or slide. With this in mind, if the RTX 55TV is mounted on a trolley base, take care when moving or repo sitioning it. Take care also to avoid impact.

• Be careful to prevent children from poking objects into the cabinet, and do not let them play with the remote control batteries.

• Do not allow children to play with parts of the packaging: plastic sheets, bags, boxes, etc., can cause suffocation and injury.

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CLEANING THE APPLIANCE

• The cabinet should be cleaned with a soft and slightly moistened cloth. Do not use cleaning products containing abrasive substances, solvents or alcohol; never use water or liquid detergents directly on the appliance.

• The RTX 55TV must be switched off at the main power switch ([32] Fig.7) while cleaning is in progress; take care to ensure that cleaning liquids do not inﬁltrate through the ventilation grilles.

PRECAUTIONS REGARDING THE REMOTE CON TROL

• For the remote control to operate efﬁciently, always point the emitter directly at the screen, making certain there are no obstacles along the trajectory of the optical signal.

• If the remote control is not going to be used for an appreciable length of time (e.g. a few weeks), remove the batteries from the pocket in the back of the handset (Fig. 4).

• When the remote control batteries run low, replace both batteries at the same time, never one only.

• Replace the batteries if the operation of the remote control becomes erratic, typically when the range or the angle of operation of the emitter becomes restricted.

CARE FOR THE ENVIRONMENT

• The materials used for packaging respond to current environmental standards. If you have enough spare room, it is advisable to keep the packaging of the appliance at least for the duration of the warranty period.

• If the batteries used in the remote control are not “green” (eco-friendly), dispose of when spent by placing them in a

dedicated pollutant waste collection bin. In any event, do

not discard or dispose of spent batteries as normal refuse, and wherever possible, protect the environment by using mercury-free batteries.

Power cables

Remote control

1.5V AAA batteries

User and installation manual.

Display

3 INSTALLATION

UNPACKING AND CONNECTIONS

On opening the packaging, these parts will be found inside (Fig. 1):

• Display

• Remote control;

• Two batteries for the remote control;

• Power cable;

• Operating and installation manual;

• Certiﬁcate of warranty (valid only for Italy);

Check immediately and carefully that all the above items are present and undamaged. If there is one or more of these items missing from the pack, or defective, out of shape or broken, contact your dealer immediately. Position the RTX 55TV in the selected area of the room, ensure that there is sufﬁcient space for ventilation, and make certain it will not be exposed directly to bright sunlight or strong artiﬁcial light. Complete the installation by connecting the appliance to the power supply and to any external appliances, as indicated below.

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CONNECTING THE APPLIANCE TO THE MAINS POWER SUPPLY

Connect the one plug of the power cable (Fig. 1) to the power socket on the back of the appliance, and the other plug (Fig.

2) to an a.c. mains socket.

CONNECTING TO EXTERNAL APPLIANCES

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You can connect a wide range of external audio-video applian ces to your RTX 55TV using the socket ports on the back of the cabinet and select the signal source by way of the OSD menus. Of the various sockets, some allow only the INPUT of a signal from an external appliance to the RTX 55TV system; others allow only the OUTPUT of a signal from the RTX 55TV to an external appliance, and there are also others allowing both INPUT and OUTPUT of signals to and from the display. There are two steps required to make a connection:

1) make the physical connection with the cables;

2) select the signal source using the OSD connection menus and sub-menus.

Before connecting any other appliance to the RTX 55TV, in any event, read the relative manual to check for speciﬁc instructions. To ensure top performance from the RTX 55TV, use only top quality audio and video connection cables.

In particular:

• make certain cables are routed so that people will not be

impeded or tripped up;

• plug connectors into the relative sockets with care, so as to

avoid damaging the pins;

• do not twist or crush cables;

• do not jerk cables when disconnecting them from any ap-

Y (yellow)

Table 1

Cr (red)

Cb (blue)

R-Y

B-Y V

AV DVD

Video signal

source connector

pliance. Audio-video devices (TV receivers, video recorders, DVD players, etc.) often have several outputs. To obtain top performance from your RTX 55TV display, take care over selection of the best output to use. Generally speaking the best signal format for image quality is RGB, followed by Component Video, S-Video and Composite Video, in this order. The RTX 55TV is equipped nonetheless with an excellent Video decoder and Deinterlacer, so that even signals of lower quality will produce extremely viewable pictures.

The socket ports of the RTX 55TV and the possible connections will now be described (Fig. 3):

• Aerial socket

- This socket receives a radio frequency INPUT.

- The following components can be connected:

a) TV aerial cable; b) Video recorder.

• AV 1 - Scart 1 and AV 2 - Scart 2 sockets

- These carry both the audio/video INPUT signal to the televi-

sion and the OUTPUT signal from the display.

- The following components can be connected: a) Video cassette recorder; b) Camcorder; c) Video game console; d) Digital satellite decoder; e) Internet Set Top Box; f) DVD player. The Scart 1 socket can also handle RGB format video si gnals.

• AV 3 socket - Cinch Video

- Allows INPUT of video signal to display.

- The following components can be connected:

f) DVD player; b) Camcorder; c) Video games console; d) Digital stills camera.

A Composite Video (CVBS) signal can be connected to this

socket using a cable with an RCA type connector. The output connector on the external appliance is normally coloured yellow and will often be labelled VIDEO.Other signal and socket formats may be preferable (because they give better image quality), but this type of output socket is still the most commonly used, and nearly all television receivers, video recorders, DVD players and camcorders, etc. have one.

• AV 3 - Y/C socket

- Allows the INPUT of an S-Video signal to the display, using

a cable with a mini-DIN type connector. The corresponding output at the external device is normally identiﬁable by the labels S-VIDEO or Y/C. This type of connector is just as common as the Composite Video connector described above. On the other hand, it is preferred to the Composite Video format because it gives a clearer and more detailed image.

• AV DVD - Component video

- Allows the INPUT of Component signals Y, Cr, Cb or R, G, B,

Sync. The plugs of these signals are connected to the Y, Cr and Cb sockets, being careful to maintain the correct match with the outputs on the external appliance. Since these can be labelled differently, refer to Table 1 to establish the corre spondence between the various signals. As indicated in the table, the colours of the connectors can also be of help.

Table 2

EXTERNAL DEVICE SIGNAL CONNECTOR

Aerial RF

RF Antenna

Television receiver connected to Aerial Composite Video VIDEO Satellite or Cable (Analogue or Digital)

S-Video Y/C Components YCrCb/RGB-SYNC RGB YCrCb/RGB-SYNC

DVD player

Composite Video VIDEO S-Video Y/C Components YCrCb/RGB-SYNC RGB YCrCb/RGB-SYNC

Video recorder Composite Video VIDEO S-Video Y/C

Camcorder

Composite Video VIDEO

S-Video Y/C

Game console

Composite Video VIDEO S-Video Y/C Components YCrCb/RGB-SYNC RGB YCrCb/RGB-SYNC RGB GRAPHIC INPUT

Computer

RGB GRAPHIC INPUT

• AV GRAPHIC - RGB socket

Allows the INPUT of an S-Video signal, using a cable with a

mini-DIN type connector. The external appliance providing the signal (typically a personal computer or video games console) must be able to provide separate H/V or composite H+V syn chronisation signals. The video or graphic signals arriving at this socket must have a horizontal scan (H-sync) rate between 15 and 110 kHz and a vertical scan (V- sync) rate between 40 and 100 Hz. Resolution can vary between 640x480 and 1600x1200 pixel (VGA, AVGA, XGA, SJXGA,UXGA).

Note: The AV 3, AV DVD and AV GRAPHIC video input soc-

kets all have corresponding audio INPUT sockets (L and R) associated with them.

• SUBWOOFER socket

- This provides an audio OUTPUT (low frequencies only) from

the television to an external subwoofer. The subwoofer must have its own ampliﬁer.

• HI-FI sockets - right and left channels

- These provide audio OUTPUT signals that can be fed into an

external hi-ﬁ system.

Output sound levels can be adjusted by way of the OSD or

directly at the external hi-ﬁ ampliﬁer (for further details see subsequent sections).

HI-FI

VIDEO

S -VIDEO

S UBW OO F E R

AUD IO

R L

INP UT/O UTP UT

AV1

AV2

ANT E NNA

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4 OPERATION OF THE APPLIANCE IN TV MODE

This chapter describes the operation of the RTX 55TV as a TELEVISION RECEIVER. No reference is made here to the various functions and possi bilities of the appliance when used as a graphic monitor (see subsequent chapters for this type of information).

THE REMOTE CONTROL

The remote control uses infra-red light to send signals to the television. Accordingly, avoid placing obstacles between the remote control and the infra-red sensor; these could prevent the remote control from operating effectively. The remote control requires two 1.5 V batteries, size AAA. Insert the batteries through the back of the handset, being careful to observe the polarity as indicated inside the pocket (Fig. 4). Each button of the remote control performs more than one function, depending on the mode in which the appliance is operating. The mode is determined by whatever appears on the screen at a given moment; the RTX 55TV can operate in TELEVISION (TV) mode (displaying a picture from a television channel or an exter nal appliance); it can also operate in OSD mode (displaying one of the On Screen Display menus) and in TXT mode (displaying Videotext). The tables on the following pages summarise the various functions of the remote control buttons.

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