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OWNER’S OPERATING MANUAL
VP-6000 VHD
HIGH DEFINITION PLASMA DISPLAY PANEL
and CONTROLLER
VERSION 1.1
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THREE YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY
For Plasma Displays
Congratulations on your purchase of a Vidikron video product and welcome to the Vidikron family! 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: Vidikron will pay for service labor by a Vidikron 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): Vidikron 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: Vidikron will pay for service labor by a Vidikron 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, Vidikron 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.
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.
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CAUTION: THIS LIMITED WARRANTY ONLY COVERS VIDIKRON PRODUCTS PURCHASED FROM VIDIKRON AUTHORIZED DEALERS.
ALL OTHER PRODUCTS ARE SPECIFICALLY EXCLUDED FROM COVERAGE UNDER THIS WARRANTY. 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 VIDIKRON DEALER TO PROTECT YOUR RIGHTS UNDER THIS WARRANTY. THIS WILL ALSO ENSURE THAT YOU ENJOY
THE FINE PERFORMANCE OF WHICH YOUR VIDIKRON PRODUCT IS CAPABLE WHEN INSTALLED AND CALIBRATED BY VIDIKRON
AUTHORIZED PERSONNEL.
RIGHTS, LIMITS AND EXCLUSIONS:
Vidikron limits its obligations under any implied warranties under state laws to a period not to exceed the warranty period. There
are no express warranties. Vidikron 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 Vidikron knows how to reach you promptly if we should
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CONTACT A VIDIKRON AUTHORIZED SERVICE CENTER TO OBTAIN SERVICE:
Repairs made under the terms of this Limited Warranty covering your Vidikron 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 Vidikron
Authorized Service Center. In some instances it may be necessary for the product to be returned to the Vidikron factory for repairs.
If, solely in Vidikron’s judgment, location of product to be repaired is beyond normal operating distance of the closest Vidikron
Authorized Service Center, or the repair requires the unit be returned to the Vidikron factory, it is the owner’s responsibility to
arrange for shipment of the product for repair. These arrangements must be made through the selling Vidikron Dealer. If this is not
possible, contact Vidikron directly for a Return Authorization number and shipping instructions. Vidikron 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 2006 Vidikron, a Runco International Company. 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.
Vidikron, Vision, DVSI, Imagix, CineWide, AutoScope, V2 Aperture Control, CSMS and IntelliWide are trademarks of Runco, LLC. All
other trademarks and registered trademarks used in this document are the property of their respective owners.
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Vidikron 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 Vidikron Authorized Service Center, or for additional information about this Limited
Warranty, please call or write:
VIDIKRON
Attn: Customer Service Department
2900 Faber Street
Union City, CA 94587
Ph: (510) 324-5900
Fax: (510) 324-5905
Toll Free: (888) 4VIDIKRON
VIDIKRON 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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Vidikron Authorized Dealer Name
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Address
____________________________________________ __________________ ________________________
City State/Province Postal Code
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Safety Precautions
Thank you for your purchase of this quality Vidikron video projector! It has been designed to provide you with the quality of video
that is expected in a home theater. For the best performance, please read this manual carefully as it is your guide through the
menus and operation.
WAR NING
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
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC
Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
1. Read these instructions.
2. Keep these instructions.
3. Heed all warnings.
4. Do not use this equipment near water, outdoors or otherwise exposed to the elements.
5. Clean only with a dry cloth.
6. Do not block any ventilation openings.
7. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that
produce heat.
8. Do not defeat the safety feature of the polarized or grounding type plug. A polarized type plug has two blades with one wider
than the other. A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The third prong is provided for your safety.
If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for the replacement of the obsolete outlet.
CAUTION:
SERVICE PERSONNEL.
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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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9. The 12V trigger only outputs DC 12V signal for triggering. Do not connect to any other power input or output. This could cause
damage to this unit.
10. Only use accessories specified by Vidikron.
11. Keep the packing material in case the equipment should ever need to be shipped.
12. Unplug this projector during lightning storms or when it will not be used for an extended period of time.
13. The lamp becomes extremely hot during operation. Allow the projector to cool down for approximately 45 minutes prior to
removing the lamp assembly for replacement. Do not operate lamps beyond the rated lamp life. Excessive operation of lamps
beyond rated life could cause them to explode in rare occasions.
14. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the projector has been damaged in any way,
objects have fallen or spilled into the projector, the projector has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally,
or has been dropped.
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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
PlasmaView VHD at a Glance ........................................................................................................................ 5
Controls and Indicators ........................................................................................................................... 5
Connectors .................................................................................................................................................. 6
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VHD Controller Front Panel ........................................................................................................................... 8
VHD Controller Rear Panel ............................................................................................................................. 9
VHD Controller Remote Control ................................................................................................................. 11
3. Installation ........................................................................................................................ 15
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Remote Control ................................................................................................................................................ 15
Quick Setup ....................................................................................................................................................... 17
Installation Considerations ..........................................................................................................................18
Connections to the PlasmaView VHD and VHD Controller .............................................................. 21
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Outputs.......................................................................................................................................................... 9
Inputs ............................................................................................................................................................. 9
Notes on Batteries ................................................................................................................................... 15
Notes on Remote Control Operation................................................................................................ 15
High-Altitude Operation .......................................................................................................................18
Mounting the PlasmaView VHD on a Wall or Table Stand........................................................ 18
Ambient Light ........................................................................................................................................... 19
Ventilation .................................................................................................................................................. 19
Other Considerations ............................................................................................................................. 20
Connecting the PlasmaView VHD to the VHD Controller ......................................................... 21
Connecting Source Components to the VHD Controller .......................................................... 23
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RS-232 Controller Connection ............................................................................................................ 27
Connecting 12-Volt Trigger Outputs to External Equipment .................................................. 27
Connecting an External IR Receiver to the VHD Controller ......................................................28
Cable Management.................................................................................................................................28
4. Operation .......................................................................................................................... 29
Turning on the Power ....................................................................................................................................29
Selecting the Input Source ...........................................................................................................................30
Setting the Computer Display Properties ............................................................................................... 30
Using the On-Screen Menus ........................................................................................................................32
Main Menu ................................................................................................................................................34
Input Source .............................................................................................................................................34
Aspect Ratio .............................................................................................................................................. 34
Picture ......................................................................................................................................................... 36
Input Position............................................................................................................................................39
ISF Presets...................................................................................................................................................40
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Information ................................................................................................................................................40
Calibration .................................................................................................................................................. 41
Service..........................................................................................................................................................43
5. Maintenance and Troubleshooting ................................................................................ 47
Cleaning .............................................................................................................................................................. 47
Cleaning the Display Panel Body and Remote Control.............................................................. 47
Cleaning the Screen ................................................................................................................................ 47
Cleaning the Vents ..................................................................................................................................47
Troubleshooting Tips .....................................................................................................................................48
6. Serial Communications ....................................................................................................51
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RS-232 Connection and Port Configuration ..........................................................................................51
Serial Command Syntax ................................................................................................................................51
7. Specifications .................................................................................................................... 57
PlasmaView VHD Specifications ................................................................................................................. 57
VHD Controller Specifications ..................................................................................................................... 58
PlasmaView VHD Dimensions ..................................................................................................................... 59
Computer/Video Signal Compatibility ....................................................................................................60
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APPENDIX A. PlasmaView VHD Service Remote Control ............................................ A-1
Overview ...........................................................................................................................................................A-1
Service/Setup Menu .....................................................................................................................................A-3
Video NR (Noise Reduction) ............................................................................................................... A-3
MPEG Filter...............................................................................................................................................A-4
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1List of Figures
2-1. PlasmaView VHD Front-Panel Controls and Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
2-2. PlasmaView VHD Rear Panel. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
2-3. VHD Controller Front Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
2-4. VHD Controller Rear Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
2-5. VHD Controller Remote Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
3-1. Available Range of the Remote Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
3-2. Ventilation Requirements for Enclosure Mounting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
3-3. Connecting the PlasmaView VHD to the VHD Controller. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
3-4. RS-232 Connection from the VHD Controller to the PlasmaView VHD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
3-5. DVI Source Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
3-6. Digital (DTV) RGB Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
3-7. Analog RGB Connections. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
3-8. Composite, S-Video and Component Video Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
3-9. RS-232 Control System Connection. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
3-10. Connecting 12-Volt Trigger Outputs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
3-11. External IR Receiver Connection. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
3-12. Installing the Cable Ties. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
4-1. VHD Controller OSD Menu Structure for PlasmaView VHD. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
4-2. Typical PLUGE Pattern for Adjusting Brightness . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
4-3. Typical Gray Bar Pattern for Adjusting Contrast . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
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4-4. Typical Color Bar Pattern for Adjusting Color Saturation and Tint . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
4-5. Typical Test Pattern for Adjusting Sharpness . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
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7-1. PlasmaView VHD Dimensions (with Optional Table Stand) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59
A-1. PlasmaView VHD Service Remote Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-1
A-2. PlasmaView VHD Setup Menu. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-3
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1Introduction
This Owner’s Manual describes how to install, set up and operate the Vidikron PlasmaView
VP-6000 VHD High-Definition Plasma Display. Throughout this manual, the Vidikron
PlasmaView VP-6000 VHD High-Definition Plasma Display is referred to simply as the
“PlasmaView VHD.”
most out of the PlasmaView VHD.
Vidikron 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 Vidikron product manuals on-line, at www.Vidikron.com.
Vidikron welcomes your comments about this manual. Send them to info@Vidikron.com.
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
Anamorphic, type ANAMORPHIC <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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About This Manual
Target AudienceVidikron 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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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 PlasmaView VP-6000 VHD
High-Definition Plasma Display
Installation instructions 15
First-time configuration instructions 29
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Troubleshooting tips 48
Specifications for the PlasmaView VP-6000 VHD High-Definition
Plasma Display
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Introduction
The PlasmaView VHD flat-panel plasma monitor brings outstanding picture quality to its size
category with true, high-definition native resolution of 1365 x 768 for no-compromise
viewing of any video source.
The PlasmaView VHD is supplied with Vidikron’s next-generation VHD Controller, featuring
advanced Imagix™ processing. This controller produces stunning video imagery, elevating
even standard NTSC material to near high-definition levels. The VHD Controller provides for a
pure digital signal path from input to output, making this system ready for Vidikron’s
exclusive LiveLink™ DVI cable solution to preserve HD signal quality over long runs.
Multiple aspect ratio control includes Vidikron’s IntelliWide™ mode for viewing 4:3 material
in widescreen with no loss of picture quality.
The PlasmaView VHD’s black level performance and shadow detail capability have been
enhanced with Active Gray Scale Rendering to provide smoother transitions from dark to
light, resulting in richly detailed textures even in shadowy scenes.
The PlasmaView VHD is easily integrated into custom installation systems. Both RS-232C and
IR control interfaces are incorporated for simple automation. Its profile is less than 5-1/2
inches thin for wall-mounting simplicity.
• 16:9 Native Resolution: 1365 x 768
• Multiple Aspect Ratios with IntelliWide™ Mode
• 160 degree horizontal/vertical viewing angle
• Accepts all DTV formats (via outboard decoder), including 1080i, 720p and 480p
• Less than 5-1/2 inches deep
• Two DVI Inputs (on VHD Controller) with High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection
(HDCP)
• Exceptional detail and artifact-free video enhancement
• Imagix™ video processing with 3:2 film detection circuitry
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Description, Features and
Benefits
Key Features and BenefitsThe PlasmaView VHD offers these key features and benefits:
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Parts List Your PlasmaView VHD is shipped with the following items. If any items are missing or
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damaged, please contact your Vidikron dealer or Vidikron Customer Service at (888)
4VIDIKRON.
• PlasmaView VP-6000 VHD High-Definition Plasma Display
• AC Power Cords (2)
•Remote Control Unit and two (2), AAA-size batteries
• Service Remote Control Unit and two (2), AA-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 VHD Controller
•Cleaning Cloth
•Cable Ties (2)
• Warranty information and registration card
• Vidikron PlasmaView VP-6000 VHD Owner’s Operating Manual (this document)
Optional Accessories:
• Wall Mount Kit
• Table Stand
• LiveLink™ DVI Cabling System
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2Controls and Functions
2.1
PlasmaView VHD at a
Glance
Controls and IndicatorsFigure 2-1 shows the PlasmaView VHD front-panel controls and indicators.
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Figure 2-1. PlasmaView VHD Front-Panel Controls and Indicators
1. DISPLAY STAND
Optional accessory for tabletop installations.
2. REMOTE CONTROL SENSOR
Receives the signals from the remote control.
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3. STANDBY/ON INDICATOR
- Lights green to indicate normal operation;
- Lights red to indicate that the PlasmaView VHD is in standby mode;
- Flashes green or red (twice per second) to indicate an error condition.
4. HANDLES (at the rear of the panel)
ALWAYS use the handles when carrying the unit.
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Controls and Functions
Connectors Figure 2-2 shows the rear-panel connector and power switch locations on the PlasmaView
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COMBINATION
RS-232C
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OUTPUT INPUT2
AUDIO
AUDIO AUDIO
3 4 5 6 7
ANALOG RGB OUT
(D-Sub)
INPUT1
ANALOG RGB IN
(D-Sub)
INPUT2
DIGITAL RGB
(DVI-D)
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1. COMBINATION IN/OUT
Not used.
2. RS-232C (9-pin, male D-Sub)
Connect the RS-232 OUT port on the VHD Controller to this input.
3. AUDIO (OUTPUT) (3.5-mm stereo mini jack)
Not used with this model.
4. AUDIO (INPUT 1) (3.5-mm stereo mini jack)
Not used with this model. Connect the audio outputs from your sources to an external
audio receiver.
5. AUDIO (INPUT 2) (3.5-mm stereo mini jack)
Not used with this model. Connect the audio outputs from your sources to an external
audio receiver.
6. ANALOG RGB OUT (INPUT 1) (15-pin D-Sub)
If desired, connect this output to the RGB input of a second display device.
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7. ANALOG RGB IN (INPUT 1) (15-pin D-Sub)
Connect the RGBHV (5xBNC) output from the VHD Controller here.
8. DIGITAL RGB (INPUT 2) (DVI-D)
HDCP-compliant digital video input. Connect the DVI output from the VHD Controller
to this input.
This output is not active when the PlasmaView VHD is off or in standby
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Not used. Connect speakers to an external audio amplifier/receiver.
10. EXTERNAL SPEAKER OUTPUT (LEFT)
Not used. Connect speakers to an external audio amplifier/receiver.
11. POWER INPUT (100 to 240 VAC)
Connect the PlasmaView VHD to power here, using the included power cord.
12. MAIN POWER SWITCH
Connects or disconnects the PlasmaView VHD from the AC power source.
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2.2
VHD Controller Front
Panel
Figure 2-3. VHD Controller Front Panel
Figure 2-3 shows the controls and indicators on the VHD Controller front panel; the
paragraphs that follow describe them.
1. POWER BUTTON
2. IR SENSOR
3. VACUUM FLUORESCENT DISPLAY
Component SD NTSC 480i
Anamorphic VP-6000
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1 2 3
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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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), input
resolution and aspect ratio.
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Figure 2-4 shows the rear connector panel on the VHD Controller.
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Vidikron
Union City, CA
OUTPUTS
R/Pr G/Y B/Pb
1
Serial No
Model
Video Processor / Controller
R/Pr G/Y B/Pb
R/Pr G/Y B/Pb H V
DVI 1 DVI 2DVI OutH/VVH
2
INPUTS
3
HV
HD1
HD2
SDI
Pb Pr Y
Component Video
Option
1
Video
5
6
Figure 2-4. VHD Controller Rear Panel
Connect these to the ANALOG RGB IN input of the PlasmaView VHD, using a
5
x BNC-to-VGA breakout cable.
2. DVI OUT
Connect this to the DIGITAL RGB (DVI-D) input on the PlasmaView VHD.
Two, HDCP-compliant digital video inputs for connecting a DVD player or HD tuner with
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a DVI or HDMI output.
4. HD1 / HD2 (5 x Analog BNCs)
Two inputs (five BNCs per input) for connecting either RGB or component
high-definition television signals. The VHD Controller automatically detects the signal
format: RGB(HV) or YPrPb, 480p, 720p, 480i, 576i or 1080i.
5. COMPONENT VIDEO (RCA connectors)
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Standard Definition (480i/576i) Component (YPrPb) input. This is the input for
component video from sources such as DVD players.
2.3
VHD Controller Rear Panel
810
SYSTEM CONTROL INTERFACE
TRIGGERS
2
3
WARNING:
OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE
S-Video 1
THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
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RS-232 Out
S-Video 2
9
7
IR
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE
RS-232 Control
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Outputs1. ANALOG OUTPUTS (RGBHV)
Inputs3. DVI 1 / DVI 2 (Digital)
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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13 14
!
Tip
For best results, do not run your DVD player in progressive mode.
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6. COMPOSITE VIDEO INPUT
Standard composite video input for connecting a VCR, camcorder, laser disc player or
other composite video source.
7. S-VIDEO 1 / S-VIDEO 2
Two, standard S-Video inputs for connecting a DVD player, satellite receiver or Super
VHS (S-VHS) VCR.
8. 12-VOLT (750 mA) TRIGGER OUTPUTS
Connection for up to three (3), 12-volt trigger-controlled devices.
9. RS-232 OUTPUT (6-Wire, RJ-11 jack)
Connect this to the RS-232C input of the PlasmaView VHD, using the supplied serial port
adapter and communication cable.
10. IR
Wired input from an external remote control or infrared receiver. It is a 3.5-mm, mini
phono jack, wired as follows:
Ring = +5V
Tip = IR Input
Sleeve = Ground
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Note
11. RS-232 CONTROL PORT
A female, 9-pin D-sub connector for interfacing with a PC or home theater
automation/control system.
12. POWER INPUT (100 to 240 VAC)
Connect the VHD Controller to power here.
13. MAIN AC FUSE
This is the main AC input fuse (5mm x 20mm, 500 mA, 250V slow-blow).
14. MAIN POWER SWITCH
Disconnects or applies power to the VHD Controller.
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When an external remote control or infrared receiver is connected to the
wired IR input, the IR sensor on the front of the VHD Controller is disabled.
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Figure 2-5 shows the VHD Controller remote control, and the paragraphs that follow describe
its functionality.
1
LIGHT
3
OFF
4
5
ENT
6
8
9
12
13
15
17
18
20
21
ENT
ISF
NT
VIDEO
HD
HD
ANA 4x3
I-WIDE
CODE
MEMORY
ISF
DAY
SOURCE SELECTION
S-VID
1
12
1
45
2
7
S-VID
2
ASPECT
CINEMA
PRE
ON
MENU
CUST1CUST
COMP
3
DVI
1
6
DVI
2
8
LET
BOX
SVC
2
2
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7
10
11
14
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16
19
22
2.4
VHD Controller Remote
Control
Figure 2-5. VHD Controller Remote Control
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1. IR OUTPUT INDICATOR
Lights when a button is pressed to indicate that an IR signal is being transmitted.
2. LIGHT
Press to illuminate the buttons.
3. ON / OFF
Press to turn the PlasmaView VHD on or off.
4. CODE
For service use only.
5. 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 = Anamorphic - Standard (4:3) - Letterbox - IntelliWide - Cinema
DOWN Button = Cinema - IntelliWide - Letterbox - Standard (4:3) - Anamorphic
Likewise, the LEFT and RIGHT buttons toggle through the different source inputs, in this
order:
LEFT Button = HD2 Pass Thru - HD1 Pass Thru - DVI 2 - DVI 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 - DVI 1 - DVI 2 - HD1 Pass Thru - HD2 Pass Thru
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6. ENT (Enter)
Press to select a highlighted menu item or confirm a changed setting.
7. MENU
Press this button to access the OSD controls, or to exit the current menu and return to
the previous one.
Memory Preset Buttons:
8. ISF NT (Night)
Press to recall settings for the current input from the “ISF Night” memory preset.
9. ISF DAY
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Press to recall settings for the current input from the “ISF Day” memory preset.
10. CUST 1
Press to recall settings for the current input from the “Custom 1” memory preset.
11. CUST 2
Press to recall settings for the current input from the “Custom 2” memory preset.
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Input Selection Buttons: Use these buttons to select an input source directly or to enter
numeric characters, as follows.
12. VIDEO (1)
Press to select Composite video input as the source.
13. S-VID 1 (2)/ S-VID 2 (5) (S-Video)
Press to select an S-Video input.
14. COMP (Component) (3)
Press to select Component SD (480i/576i) video input as the source.
15. HD 1 (4) / HD 2 (7)
Press to select a HD (RGBHV or YPbPr component) input.
16. DVI 1 (6) / DVI 2 (8)
Press to select a Digital Video input.
Aspect Ratio Selection Buttons: Use these buttons to select an aspect ratio directly or to
enter numeric characters, as follows.
17. ANA (16:9) (9)
For viewing 16:9 DVDs or HDTV programs in their native aspect ratio.
18. 4X3 (4:3) (0)
Scales the input signal to fit 4:3 display mode in the center of the screen.
19. LETBOX (Letterbox)
For viewing LaserDisc movies or non-anamorphic DVDs on a 4:3 screen.
20. I-WIDE (IntelliWide)
Enlarges a 4:3 image horizontally in a NON-linear fashion to fit 16:9 full screen display.
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21. CINEMA
For viewing 2.35:1 source material.
22. SVC
Not used.
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Notes:
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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.
The remote control can be used to control the PlasmaView VHD within the ranges shown in
Figure 3-1.
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Component SD NTSC 480i
16:9 V85
Approx.
7m/ 23ft
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3.1
Remote Control
Notes on Batteries• When installing batteries, make sure that the battery polarities are correct.
Notes on Remote Control
Operation
PRE
OFF
ENT
RETURN
EXIT
MEMORY
ISF
ISF
CUST1CUST
DAY
NT
SOURCE SELECTION
S-VID
VIDEO
1
12
S-VID
HD
2
1
45
HD
2
7
ASPECT
ANA 4x3
CINEMA
I-WIDE
Figure 3-1. Available Range of the Remote Control
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LIGHT
ON
MENU
2
COMP
3
HDMI
1
6
HDMI
2
8
LET
BOX
SVC
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• 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 other
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.
surfaces.
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Table 3-1 gives a quick overview of the PlasmaView VHD installation process. The sections
following this one provide detailed instructions.
Note
Table 3-1. Installation Overview
Step Procedure
Mount the PlasmaView VHD on a wall or table stand 18
1
Connect the VHD Controller to the PlasmaView VHD 21
2
Connect signal sources to the VHD Controller 23
3
Connect external controller to VHD Controller RS-232 port
4
(optional)
Apply power to the PlasmaView VHD 29
5
If using the PlasmaView VHD with a computer, adjust
6
computer display properties
Installation should be performed by a qualified custom video installation
specialist.
For Details, refer to
page...
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3.2
Quick Setup
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Display calibration: adjust the following for each input; save
settings when finished:
• Aspect ratio
• Brightness
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• Contrast
• Color level
• Tint
• Sharpness
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34 through 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 interaction
Mounting the PlasmaView
VHD on a Wall or
Table Stand
Proper installation of your PlasmaView VHD will ensure the highest possible picture quality.
Whether you are installing the PlasmaView VHD temporarily or permanently, you should take
the following into account to ensure that it performs optimally.
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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.
Vidikron has found this plasma monitor to operate reliably at altitudes of up to 6000 MSL
(mean sea level). At elevations higher than this, each panel may react differently, depending
upon the altitude, air pressure, humidity and other meteorological factors.
For this reason, Vidikron makes no warranties or claims as to the reliable operation of the
PlasmaView VHD at altitudes greater than 6000 feet above sea level. If you are planning to
use this product at a location above 6000 feet, please contact Vidikron technical support for
further information.
To install the PlasmaView VHD, you will need either an optional table stand or wall-mounting
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kit. The PlasmaView VHD cannot be installed on its own.
If you do decide to wall-mount the PlasmaView VHD, 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.
Vidikron recommends that this be done by a custom installation specialist.
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Note
You can attach your optional mounts or stand to the PlasmaView VHD in either of two ways:
• While it is upright.
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Use only a Vidikron-approved wall-mount kit or table stand that is
specifically designed for your display.
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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 PlasmaView VHD 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
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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 PlasmaView VHD 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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Proceed as follows to connect the PlasmaView VHD to the VHD 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 VHD Controller to the PlasmaView VHD as shown in Figure 3-3 and described in
the sections that follow.
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R/Pr G/Y B/Pb
RGB-HV
OUT
Runco International
Union City, CA
Serial No
Model
OUTPUTS
Video Processor / Controller
INPUTS
R/Pr G/Y B/Pb
R/Pr G/Y B/Pb H V
DVI 1 DVI 2DVI OutH/VVH
DVI
OUT
HV
SDI
Option
DHD Controller
HD1
HD2
Pb Pr Y
Component Video
1
Video
RS-232
OUT
SYSTEM CONTROL INTERFACE
TRIGGERS
2
3
WARNING:
OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE
THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
S-Video 1
S-Video 2
RS-232 Out
IR
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE
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
Made In USA
!
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3.4
Connections to the
PlasmaView VHD and VHD
Controller
Connecting the PlasmaView
VHD to the VHD Controller
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IN OUT
COMBINATION
RS-232C
RS-232C
Figure 3-3. Connecting the PlasmaView VHD to the VHD Controller
INPUT1
OUTPUT INPUT2
AUDIO
AUDIO AUDIO
ANALOG RGB OUT
(D-Sub)
ANALOG
RGB IN
(INPUT 1)
INPUT1
ANALOG RGB IN
(D-Sub)
INPUT2
DIGITAL RGB
(DVI-D)
DIGITAL
RGB
(INPUT 2)
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Digital Video Connection: The PlasmaView VHD has a DVI input, labeled DIGITAL RGB.
Connect the DVI output from the VHD Controller to this input, using a standard DVI cable.
RGBHV Connection: Connect the RGBHV output from the VHD Controller to the ANALOG
RGB IN input on the PlasmaView VHD. Use a standard, RGBHV breakout cable with five BNCs
at the controller end and a 15-pin, D-sub male connector at the PlasmaView VHD end.
RS-232 Connection: Connect the RS-232 output from the VHD Controller to the RS-232C
input on the PlasmaView VHD. Use a standard, modular telephone cable with RJ11 plugs at
both ends. On the PlasmaView VHD end, use the provided RJ11-to-DB9 adapter. This adapter
is wired as shown in
Figure 3-4.
4
3
To/From
VHD
Controller
2, 5
1, 6
RJ-11 Male
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Figure 3-4. RS-232 Connection from the VHD Controller to the PlasmaView VHD
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XMT DATA
RCV DATA
SIG GND
REQUEST TO SEND
CLEAR TO SEND
NO CONNECTION
RCV DATA
XMT DATA
SIG GND
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3
2
5
8
7
1, 9
DB-9 Female
PlasmaView
1 5
6 9
RS-232C
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Connect your video sources to the VHD Controller as shown and described in the sections
that follow.
DVI Connections: See Figure 3-5.
Tip
G/Y H VR/Pr B/Pb
G/Y
DVI 1
Use the DVI 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 display.
INPUTS
DVI 2
HD1
HD2
HVR/Pr B/Pb
Pb
Pr Y
Component Video
Video
TRIGGERS
IR123
S-Video 1
S-Video 2
Connecting Source
Components to the VHD
Controller
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Figure 3-5. DVI Source Connections
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DVI Source
(DVD Player or
HD Tuner with
HDMI or DVI out)
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Digital (DTV) RGB Connections: See Figure 3-6.
G/Y H VR/Pr B/Pb
G/Y
DVI 1
INPUTS
DVI 2
HD1
HD2
HVR/Pr B/Pb
Pb
Pr Y
Component Video
Y
Red/Pr Green/Y Blue/Pb Horiz Vert
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TRIGGERS
123
S-Video 1
Video
S-Video 2
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DTV or Progressive
Component (YPbPr)
Source
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
DVI 1
Red Green Blue Horiz Vert
1. Refer to Computer/Video Signal Compatibility on page 60 for a list of
computer signals compatible with the PlasmaView VHD. 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
DVI 2
HD1
HD2
Pb Pr
Component Video
TRIGGERS
123
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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
DVI 1
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DVD Player, VCR,
Satellite Receiver,
Laser Disc etc.
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DVI 2
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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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 VHD Controller; see
Figure 3-9.
For more information about using this connection, refer to Serial Communications on
page 51.
1
345
2
6
89
7
2 Transmit Data
3 Receive Data
5 Ground
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
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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
PRE
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
VHD Controller Rear Panel
Connecting an External IR
Receiver to the VHD
Controller
If infrared signals from the remote control cannot reach the VHD Controller due to excessive
➤
distance or obstructions such as walls or cabinet doors, you can connect an external IR
receiver to the VHD Controller to extend the range of the remote control. See
IR Receiver
T
H
LIG
F
OF
Remote
Control
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U
N
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M
ST
2
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D
WI
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Ring = +5V
Tip = IR Input
Sleeve = Ground
(3.5-mm
mini phono
plug)
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Figure 3-11.
Figure 3-11. External IR Receiver Connection
Note
built-in IR sensor on the VHD Controller is disabled.
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When an external IR receiver is connected to the wired IR input, the
Cable Management To minimize cable clutter, you can use the cable ties provided with the PlasmaView VHD to
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bundle the video, control and power cables at the back of the display. Install the cable ties as
shown in
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Figure 3-12. Cables can be routed to the right or left.
Do not allow excessive stress to be placed on the ends of cables.
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* As viewed from the rear of the display.
Figure 3-12. Installing the Cable Ties
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4Operation
1. Turn on your source components.
2. Plug the female end of the power cord into
the AC receptacle on the rear of the
PlasmaView VHD. Connect the other end to
your AC power source.
3. Similarly connect the VHD Controller to a
nearby AC outlet.
4. Set the main power switch at the rear of the PlasmaView VHD (see Figure 2-2) to the “on”
position. Its power indicator lights red.
5. Set the main power switch at the rear of the VHD Controller (see Figure 2-4) to the “on”
position.
6. Press the ON button on the remote control to turn
on the VHD Controller and PlasmaView VHD (or
press the power button on the front of the VHD
Controller). The power indicator on the VHD
Controller lights solid blue.
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7. After a brief warm-up period (approximately 10
seconds), the PlasmaView VHD will display an
image.
The fluorescent display indicates the active source, signal format (NTSC or PAL), input
resolution and aspect ratio; for example:
OFF
ON
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Current Source Format
Input
Resolution
4.1
Turning on the Power
Component SD NTSC 480i
Anamorphic VP-6000
Aspect Ratio
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Operation
4.2
Selecting the Input Source
4.3
Setting the Computer
Display Properties
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By default, the PlasmaView VHD is configured to display the signal received on its RGBHV
(ANALOG RGB IN) input. To use the DVI-D (DIGITAL RGB) input instead:
1. Press MENU and enter the Service Menu passcode.
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2. Select Service from the Main Menu.
3. Select Display Device from the Service Menu.
4. Press to select DVI/HDMI, then press ENTER.
You must enter a passcode to access the Service menu.
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To maximize image quality when using the PlasmaView VHD 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.”
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3. Click the Settings tab on the display dialog
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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WARNING
1. The native resolution of the PlasmaView VHD is 1365 x 768. 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.
3. For best results when using a computer, set the input on the VHD
Controller to HD1 Pass Thru or HD2 Pass Thru, depending on which
RGB/HD input you are using.
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saver and set it to the shortest possible time.
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4.4
Using the On-Screen
Menus
Press the MENU button on either the remote control or the VHD Controller front panel to
display the Main Menu. To select a menu item, use the UP (
either the remote control or the VHD Controller front panel to highlight it. Press ENTER to
confirm your selection.
The PlasmaView VHD 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.
) and DOWN ( ) buttons on
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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
DVI 1
DVI 2
HD1 Pass Thru /
HD2 Pass Thru
(available only when Display Device
Input Source = RGB)
Anamorphic
Standard 4:3
Letterbox
IntelliWide
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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HD Format
Triggers 1 / 2 / 3 / Save
Miscellaneous
System Reset
Restore Saved Settings
Grey Bars 2
Color Bars 1
Color Bars 2
Primary
Secondary
Input Source RGB or DVI/HDMI
Configure
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)
Left/Right
Up/Down
Width
Height
Auto, RGB or YUV
Calibration
Gain
Offset
ISF Night - Display Color
ISF Night - Input Image
ISF Night - Input Color
ISF Day - Display Color
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ISF Day - Input Image
ISF Day - Input Color
Save ISF Settings Back / Confirm
Output Shift
Splash Configure
OSD Position
Color Temp.
(available only when
Display Device Input
Source = RGB)
Brightness
Contrast
Color
Tint
Sharpness
Gain
Offset
Chroma Delay
Phase
Noise Filter
Gain
Offset
Color Temp.
(available only when
Display Device Input
Source = RGB)
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
Vidikron/ISF Logo Splash
Screen Timers
(2 ... 60 sec.)
Figure 4-1. VHD Controller OSD Menu Structure for PlasmaView VHD
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Composite
>
S Video 1
S Video 2
Component SD
HD/RGB 1
HD/RGB 2
DVI 1
DVI 2
HD1 Pass Thru
HD2 Pass Thru
Main Menu The Main Menu is the starting point for accessing all display functions.
Vidikron 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
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(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 the example at left, Composite is
the active source.
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1. HD1 Pass Thru and HD2 Pass Thru are available only when the Display
Device Input Source is set to RGB; refer to
2. Selecting HD1 Pass Thru or HD2 Pass Thru loops the HD/RGB 1 or
HD/RGB
display of the on-screen menus. To switch from HD1 Pass Thru or 2 to
another source, use the direct access buttons on the remote control, or
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the left- or right-arrow buttons on the VHD Controller.
3. If the DVI 1 or DVI 2 input is active and the input signal is
HDCP-encrypted, the RGBHV output of the VHD Controller is disabled.
2 input signal respectively to the RGB output. This prevents
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Aspect Ratio
Anamorphic
Standard 4:3
Letterbox
IntelliWide
Cinema
Aspect Ratio To change the aspect ratio (size and shape) of the projected image, select Aspect Ratio from
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the Main Menu and press ENTER. Select the appropriate aspect ratio for your screen size and
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the type of program material being viewed; refer to
The currently-selected aspect ratio is indicated by a “7” to its left; in the example at left,
Anamorphic is selected.
Note
Table 4-1.
The aspect ratio selection is automatically saved for each input and
resolution.
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Table 4-1. Aspect Ratio Settings
Remote
Aspect Ratio
Control
Key
Operation
Description
16:9
(Anamorphic)
Standard 4:3 4X3 Standard 4:3 scales the input
ANA Select 16:9 (Anamorphic) to view
16:9 DVDs and HDTV programs in
16:9 Image on
16:9 Screen (Display)
4:3 Image, stretched to fill
16:9 Screen (Display)
4:3 Image on
16:9 Screen (Display)
their native aspect ratio.
4:3 images are stretched
horizontally to fit a 16:9 screen.
signal to fit 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.
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Letterbox LET
BOX
4:3 Image on
16:9 Display
(Letterbox aspect ratio)
IntelliWide I-WIDE IntelliWide scales a 4:3 image
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16:9 Screen
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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.
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Cinema CINEMA Select Cinema to view 2.35:1
2.35:1 Image on
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source material on a 16:9 screen.
The upper and lower portions of
the screen are masked, but the
geometry of the active image
area is not changed.
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Picture
Brightness
Contrast
Color
Tint
Sharpness
Picture Use the controls in the Picture Menu to calibrate your PlasmaView VHD for optimum picture
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quality.
The PlasmaView VHD 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 Vidikron video display devices. Accordingly, Vidikron 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 VHD
Controller input separately.
Note
Although it may be possible to obtain satisfactory picture quality using the naked eye and
regular program material, Vidikron 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.
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
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ISF Presets on page 40.
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.
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bove Black
Figure 4-2. Typical PLUGE Pattern for Adjusting Brightness
Figure 4-2 shows a typical PLUGE
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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.
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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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.
Note
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.
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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
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, looking
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Figure 4-5. Typical Test Pattern for Adjusting Sharpness
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for the current source.
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The input position settings are automatically saved for each input and
resolution.
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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.
Input PositionUse the controls in the Input Position Menu to fine-tune the aspect ratio and image position
Input Position
Left/Right
Up/Down
Width
Height
Overscan
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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.
ISF Presets For each input, the PlasmaView VHD lets you save image quality settings as presets that you
ISF Presets
ISF Night
7
ISF Day
Custom 1 Save
Custom 2 Save
Factory Default
Information Select Information from the Main Menu to see information that uniquely identifies your
Information
Serial Number
Hardware 0
Firmware 0002.0312
Date Nov 29 2006
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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 “
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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display: its serial number, the installed hardware and firmware versions and the firmware
version build date. Should you ever need to contact Vidikron Technical Support, this
information will help them answer your questions or resolve product performance issues.
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should be used by ISF-certified technicians only.
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 VHD Controller). 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, green 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, green or blue, decrease the Offset for that color.
• Color Temp (RGB Display Device only): Select Color Temp from the Display Color menu
to adjust the color temperature. The default setting is appropriate for most situations.
Higher settings produce a “bluer” picture.
You must enter a passcode to access the Calibration menu.
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CalibrationUse the Calibration menu to perform advanced picture quality adjustments. This menu
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
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.
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 VHD Controller (as opposed to the
display device). These settings are also saved independently for each input.
• Gain/Offset: Refer to ISF Night - Display Color, above.
• 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.)
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• 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.
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.
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
Saved Settings in the Service menu. (System Reset and Restore Saved Settings are described
on page 45.)
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.
System Reset, you can restore the saved ISF settings by selecting Restore
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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 PlasmaView VHD 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 PlasmaView VHD display the information
you enter here when it is turned on.
• Vidikron/ISF Logo Splash Screen Timers: When you turn on the PlasmaView VHD, it
projects a welcome screen with the Vidikron logo followed by one with the ISF logo.
Select Splash Timer from the
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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.
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Test Video: Select Test Video from the Service Menu to access the internal test patterns on
the PlasmaView VHD. 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.
Input Names: You can give each VHD 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 45), press repeatedly to highlight “Save.” Then, press ENTER.
You must enter a passcode to access the Service menu.
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ServiceUse the Service menu to access advanced display configuration settings. This menu should
Service
Test Video
Input Names
Remote Control
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
DVI 1 DVI 1
DVI 2 DVI 2
Save
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Remote Control: The Remote Control menu shows you the primary and secondary infrared
(IR) codes to which the VHD 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 VHD Controller remote control (
undesirable.
• You have multiple VHD 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.
Tip
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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Use the VHD 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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Figure 2-5) in ways that are unpredictable or
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When you change a remote code on the VHD 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 red LED on the remote lights solid red.
CODE
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.
Display Device: The options in the Display Device menu allow you to perform certain
adjustments at the plasma display.
• Input Source: Select Input Source from the Display Device menu to switch from one VHD
Controller output/PlasmaView VHD input to the other. Use the
RGB or DVI/HDMI, then press ENTER.
Note
Tip
If the DVI 1 or DVI 2 VHD Controller input is active and the input signal is
HDCP-encrypted, the RGBHV output of the VHD Controller is disabled.
Use the serial command DISPLAY 1 or DISPLAY 2 to set the Input Source
to RGB or DVI/HDMI respectively, so that the VHD Controller retains this
setting after a
Source in the Display Device menu.) For more information, refer to
Miscellaneous Commands on page 55.
System Reset. (This is not the case when you change the Input
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•Configure: Select Configure 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
• Select Width or Height and use the or buttons to fine-tune the display device
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image position.
aspect ratio.
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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 VHD Controller to switch from HD to 480i signals or vice
versa.
This is generally not necessary unless the VHD 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.
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
repeatedly to highlight “Save.” Then, press ENTER.
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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).
•Film Mode: Enable Film Mode to smooth out moving images from interlaced,
standard-definition (SD) sources. In most cases, the PlasmaView VHD 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 VHD 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 PlasmaView VHD and VHD Controller.
This action is not undoable. Proceed with caution! Before you perform a
System Reset, save ALL settings, including “Custom” ISF Presets (
Day/Night presets (page 40), Output Shift settings (page 42), Input Names
(page 43) and Trigger settings (page 44).
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5Maintenance and Troubleshooting
Regular cleaning will extend the life and performance of the PlasmaView VHD. 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
PlasmaView VHD. 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.
(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.
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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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 cloth
Cleaning the VentsAs a general rule, use a vacuum cleaner about once a month to clean the vents on the rear
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5.2
Troubleshooting Tips
Table 5-1 provides some general guidelines for troubleshooting problems you may
encounter with the PlasmaView VHD. If the suggested solutions fail to resolve the problem or
if you encounter an issue not described here, please contact your Vidikron dealer or Vidikron
Technical Support.
Table 5-1. Troubleshooting Chart
Symptom Possible Cause(s) Solution
The display does not turn on
after initial installation.
The PlasmaView VHD and VHD
Controller are both on, but
there is no picture and
on-screen menus do not
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• The PlasmaView VHD is not
plugged in or the AC outlet
is not active.
• The VHD Controller is not
plugged in or the AC outlet
is not active.
• The remote control
batteries have run out.
• The serial connection from
the VHD Controller to the
PlasmaView VHD is
incorrect.
• Faulty or incorrect video
connection between the
VHD Controller and the
PlasmaView VHD.
• Incorrect input source
selection.
• Display Device input source
is set to RGB, VHD
Controller input is set to
1 or DVI 2 and DVI
DVI
source is HDCP-encrypted.
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• Ensure that the PlasmaView
VHD is plugged in and that
the AC outlet is active.
• Ensure that the VHD
Controller is plugged in and
that the AC outlet is active.
• Replace the batteries.
• Ensure that the RS-232
output from the VHD
Controller is properly
connected to the RS-232C
input on the PlasmaView
VHD (see
• Ensure that the DVI and/or
RGBHV outputs from the
VHD Controller are properly
connected to the video
inputs on the PlasmaView
VHD (see
• Choose the correct input
source on the display (refer
to
Source on page 30).
• Set the Display Device
input source to DVI/HDMI
or use a different input on
the VHD Controller for the
encrypted source material.
Figure 3-3).
Figure 3-3).
Selecting the Input
The display is on and menus
appear, but there is no picture.
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 VHD
Controller.
setting.
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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.”
“Out of range” appears
on-screen.
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 VHD
Controller.
• The Red, Green or Blue
(analog) outputs from the
VHD Controller are
connected to the wrong
inputs on the PlasmaView
VHD.
• Clock and Phase settings
need adjustment.
•The resolution and
frequency of the video card
in the computer are not
compatible with the
PlasmaView VHD.
• Image size needs adjusting. • Adjust the image size (refer
• Ensure that the source
outputs are connected to
the correct VHD Controller
input.
• Ensure that the VHD
Controller outputs are
connected to the correct
inputs on the PlasmaView
VHD.
• Adjust Clock and Phase
settings (refer to ISF Night -
Display Color on page 41).
• Select a compatible
resolution and vertical
frequency (refer to
Computer/Video Signal
Compatibility on page 60).
to Input Position on
page 39).
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6Serial Communications
To interface the PlasmaView VHD with a home theater automation/control system or a PC
running terminal emulation software, connect it to the RS-232 output of the VHD Controller
as shown in
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 VHD
Controller RS-232 port.
Figure 3-3. Connect your control system or PC to the RS-232 input of the VHD
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Serial commands to the VHD 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
• 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
Anamorphic. Command strings can be up to 255 characters long.
<Enter>.
-10 <Enter> or BRIGHTNESS,-10 <Enter>.
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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 VHD Controller to power up. If you have enabled the ISF splash screen
(refer to
Controller to power up.
Once it does, it will accept and properly execute multiple serial commands.
“Splash Configure” on page 42), allow 15 seconds for the VHD
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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 VHD 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 VHD
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
DVI1 NA YES Selects the DVI 1 input
DVI2 NA YES Selects the DVI 2 input
HD1 NA YES Selects the RGB HD 1 input
HD2 NA YES Selects the RGB HD 2 input
HD1PASS NA YES Loops HD1 input to RGBHV output
HD2PASS NA YES Loops HD2 input to RGBHV output
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INPUT? NA NA Returns active input
SVIDEO1 NA YES Selects the S-Video 1 input
SVIDEO2 NA YES Selects the S-Video 2 input
ANAMORPHIC NA YES Selects the Anamorphic aspect ratio
ASPECT? NA NA Returns current aspect ratio
ASPECTIN? NA NA Returns the input source aspect ratio
ASPECTOUT? NA NA Returns output screen size
CINEMA NA YES Selects the Cinema aspect ratio
LETTERBOX NA YES Selects the Letterbox aspect ratio
STANDARD NA YES Selects the Standard (4:3) aspect ratio
INTELLIWIDE NA YES Selects the IntelliWide aspect ratio
Aspect Ratio Commands
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Table 6-1. Serial Commands (continued)
Serial Communications
Command
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?
Picture Adjust Commands
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SHARPNESS -6/6 YES Sets a value for sharpness
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TINT -100/100 YES Sets a value for tint
TINT? NA NA Returns tint setting value
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CUSTOM1 NA YES Loads “Custom 1” image preset
CUSTOM2 NA YES Loads “Custom 2” image preset
DAY NA YES Loads “ISF Day” image preset
NIGHT NA YES Loads “ISF Night” image preset
PRESET? NA NA Returns currently-selected preset
(ISF Day, ISF Night, Custom 1 or Custom 2)
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Table 6-1. Serial Commands (continued)
Command
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
OHEIGHT -100/100 YES Sets the value for output height
OHEIGHT? NA NA Returns output height value
OHPOS -100/100 YES Sets the value for output horizontal position
OHPOS? NA NA Returns output horizontal position value
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Input Position Commands
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Output Shift Commands
Description
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
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Table 6-1. Serial Commands (continued)
Serial Communications
Command
BKGND -100/100 YES Sets the background color for 4:3 aspect ratio
BKGND? NA NA Returns background setting value
DATE? NA NA Returns product manufacture date
DISPLAY 1 or 2 YES Sets display device input source
DISPLAY? NA NA Returns display device input source value
HDINPUTRES NA YES Sets YPbPr input resolution and refresh rate
HWVER? NA NA Returns hardware version number
INRES? NA NA Returns input resolution
Parameter
(min/max)
Value
Stored?
Miscellaneous Commands
(-100 = black; 100 = white)
(1 = RGB; 2 = DVI/HDMI)
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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OUTRES 0/5 YES Sets output resolution, as follows:
0 = 480i
1 = 576i
2 = 480p
3 = 576p
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OUTRES? NA NA Returns output resolution
RGBNN NA NA Sets output color space to RGB with negative
RGBPP NA NA Sets output color space to RGB with positive
RGBS NA NA Sets output color space to RGB with
SWVER? NA NA Returns software version number
TRIGGER 1/3 YES Assigns trigger to currently-selected aspect
4 = 720p
5 = 1080i
horizontal and vertical sync
horizontal and vertical sync
composite sync
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 VHD
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
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7Specifications
Table 7-1 lists the PlasmaView VHD specifications.
Table 7-1. PlasmaView VHD Specifications
Native Resolution: 1365 x 768
Screen Size (diagonal): 60 in.
Active Screen Area: 51.93 x 29.21 in. (1319.0 x 741.9 mm)
Screen Aspect Ratio: 16:9
Available Aspect Ratios: Refer to Table 7-2
DTV Compatibility: 480p, 720p, 1080i
Contrast Ratio: 1000:1
ISF Settings: Yes
Data/Graphics Compatibility: Refer to Table 7-3
Inputs (from VHD Controller): (1) DVI 1.0 with HDCP
(1) RGB/Component (15-pin D-sub)
(1) RS-232 (9-pin, D-sub male)
Outputs: (1) RGB (15-pin D-sub)
Power Requirements: 100 to 240 VAC, 50/60Hz
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Specifications
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Power Consumption: 471 watts (10 watts in standby), maximum
Operating Environment: 40ºF to 95ºF (5ºC to 35ºC);
20% to 80% humidity (non-condensing)
Altitude = up to 6,000 feet (1,828m)
Dimensions: See Figure 7-1
Weight (with Stand): 150.5 lbs. (68.27 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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Plasma Glass Panel: One (1) year parts and labor from the
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7.2
VHD Controller
Specifications
Table 7-2 lists the VHD Controller specifications.
Table 7-2. VHD Controller Specifications
Aspect Ratios: 4:3, Letterbox, 16:9 Anamorphic, IntelliWide, Cinema
Video Standards: NTSC, PAL
Output Resolution: 480p, 576p, 720p, 840p, 960p, 1080i
Inputs: (1) Composite; (2) S-Video; (1) Component; (2) HD-R (Pr), G
(Y), B (Pb), H, V; (2) DVI with HDCP
Outputs: (1) HD-R (Pr), G (Y), B (Pb), H, V
(1) DVI-I 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
Operating Environment: 41°F to 95°F (5°C to 35°C), 0% to 90% humidity
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fuse-protected
(non-condensing)
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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 the
Specifications are subject to change without notice.
Depth = 11.19 inches (284.1 mm)
Height = 3.75 inches (95.3 mm)
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Figure 7-1 show the PlasmaView VHD dimensions (all dimensions are in inches).
1.0
0
1.9
8.0
30.5
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34.9
27.7
58.1
46.0
1.0
12.5
0
2.0
7.3
PlasmaView VHD
Dimensions
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56.6
39.0
8.6
14.0
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32.7
32.3
34.9
2.8
2.2
1.9
.6
58.1
55.9
55.1
52.3
3.0
2.2
0
0
7.4
Figure 7-1. PlasmaView VHD Dimensions (with Optional Table Stand)
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7.4
Computer/Video Signal
Compatibility
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The PlasmaView VHD can display video signals from a variety of computer sources via its RGB
and DVI inputs.
Table 7-3 lists the signal types that are compatible with the PlasmaView VHD.
Table 7-3. Computer/Video Signal Compatibility Chart
Input
Resolution
(DotsxLines)
640x400 70.1 31.5 √ –
720x400
640x480
848x480 60.0 31.0 √ √
852x480 60.0 31.7 √ √ I/O DATA
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800x600
832x624 74.6 49.7 √ – Apple Macintosh 16”
1024x768
1152x864
Refresh Rate
Vert.
(Hz)
70.1 31.5 √ √
85.1 37.9 √ √
60.0 31.5 √ √
66.7 35.0 √ – Apple® Macintosh® 13”
72.8 37.9 √ √
75.0 37.5 √ √
85.0 43.3 √ √
100.4 51.1 √ √ I/O DATA
120.4 61.3 √ √ I/O DATA
Horiz.
(kHz)
INPUT 1 INPUT 2 Remarks
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60.0 37.9 √ √
72.0 48.1 √ √
75.0 46.9 √ √
85.0 53.7 √ √
99.8 63.0 √ √ I/O DATA
120.0 75.7 √ √ I/O DATA
60.0 48.4 √ √
60.0 49.7 √ √
70.0 56.5 √ √
75.0 60.0 √ √
74.9 60.2 √ – Apple Macintosh 19”
85.0 68.7 √ √
100.6 80.5 √ √ I/O DATA
119.4 95.6 √ √
60.0 53.7 √ √
72.0 64.9 √ √
75.0 67.5 √ √
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Table 7-3. Computer/Video Signal Compatibility Chart (continued)
Specifications
Input
Resolution
(DotsxLines)
1152x870 75.1 68.5 √ – Apple Macintosh 21”
1152x900
1280x768
1280x800 60.0 49.7 √ √ CVT
1280x854 60.0 53.1 √ √ PC
1280x960
1280x1024
1360x765 60.0 47.7 √ –
1360x768 60.0 47.7 √ √ I/O DATA
1376x768 59.9 48.3 √ √ I/O DATA
1400x1050
1440x900 60.0 56.0 √ √ Apple Macintosh 17”
1600x1200
1680x1050 60.0 65.3 √ √
1920x1200 60.0 74.6 √ – CVT
1920x1200RB 60.0 74.0 √ √ CVT
Refresh Rate
Vert.
(Hz)
66.0 61.8 √ √ Sun Microsystems LO
76.0 71.7 √ √ Sun Microsystems HI
56.0 45.1 √ √
60.0 47.8 √ √
70.0 56.1 √ √
60.0 60.0 √ √
85.0 85.9 √ √
60.0 64.0 √ √ Workstation (SGI)
60.0 64.6 √ √ Workstation (EWS4800)
71.2 75.1 √ √ Workstation (EWS4800)
72.0 78.1 √ √ Workstation (HP)
75.0 80.0 √ √
76.1 81.1 √ √ Workstation (SUN)
85.0 91.2 √ √
100.1 108.5 √ – I/O DATA
60.0 65.3 √ √
74.9 82.3 – √
75.0 82.3 √ –
85.0 93.9 √ –
60.0 75.0 √ √
65.0 81.3 √ –
70.0 87.5 √ –
75.0 93.8 √ –
85.0 106.3 √ –
Horiz.
(kHz)
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APlasmaView VHD Service Remote Control
The PlasmaView VHD system includes two remote control units: the standard VHD Controller
remote control (see
Figure 2-5) and the Service Remote Control, shown in Figure A-1 and
described in the paragraphs that follow.
1
ASPECT
RATIO
RGB
SETUP
POWER
7
8
DVI-DRGB-HD
2
12
S / V COMP DVI VIDEO
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INPUT SELECTION
INFO
9
10
MENU MAGNIFY
3 11
4
SET
5
A.1
Overview
6
MUTE VOLUME
+
-
Figure A-1. PlasmaView VHD Service Remote Control
The PlasmaView VHD service remote control is intended for use only by
Note
authorized Vidikron dealers. Use it only as described here or as instructed
to by Vidikron Technical Support.
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1. ASPECT RATIO
Press this button repeatedly to select a display aspect ratio (this may be necessary with
certain computer resolutions).
2. Input Selection Buttons:
RGB-HD
Selects INPUT 1 (ANALOG RGB IN) on the PlasmaView VHD.
DVI-D
Selects INPUT 2 (DIGITAL RGB) on the PlasmaView VHD.
3. MENU
Pressing the MENU button brings up the main menu. Also, if you are in an adjustment
mode or function, pressing MENU brings the menu back one level.
4. Directional Buttons ( / / / )
Use these buttons to navigate the OSD menus and adjust various settings.
5. SET BUTTON
When an item is highlighted on the On-Screen Display, the SET button selects the item.
6. MUTE
Not used with the PlasmaView VHD.
7. RGB SETUP
When using INPUT 1 to display images from a computer, press this button to
automatically set the Position, Clock and Phase settings to their optimum values.
8. STANDBY/ON ( )
Press to put the display into operation or standby mode.
9. INFO
Displays currently-selected input, aspect ratio and signal timing information.
10. INSTALLER ADJUST (pin hole)
Used to access the INSTALLER ADJUST menu.
11. MAGNIFY
Press this button to select and enlarge one part of the screen image.
12. VOLUME + / -
Not used with the PlasmaView VHD.
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PlasmaView VHD Service Remote Control
For the vast majority of installations, the VHD Controller remote control gives you all the
control you need over display quality settings. However, there are two settings internal to
the PlasmaView VHD that can improve the displayed image quality on INPUT 1: VID NR (noise
reduction) and MPEG FILTER. These settings can be found in the Setup Menu, shown in
Figure A-2.
PLASMAVIEW
PICTURE
COLOR TEMP.
AUTO OFF
VID NR
MPEG FILTER
CHROMA EE
CINEMA MODE
COLOR SPACE
DVI SET UP
SIGNAL
SCREEN
SETSET
SET-UP
INPUT 2
OPTION
: MIDDLE
: OFF
: VID NR1
: LOW
: ON
: OFF
: RGB
: 720p
MENU
EXIT
Figure A-2. PlasmaView VHD Setup Menu
menu. Noise reduction is useful for improving the signal-to-noise ratio of video signals.
A.2
Service/Setup Menu
Video NR (Noise Reduction)To apply Digital Noise Reduction (DNR) to the input signal, select Video NR from the Set-Up
To change the Noise Reduction setting on INPUT 1:
1. Press 1 to switch to PlasmaView VHD INPUT 1.
2. Press MENU on the PlasmaView VHD Service Remote Control.
3. Press or to select SETUP.
4. Press to select VIDEO NR, then press SET.
5. Press or to select the desired amount of noise reduction (OFF, LOW, MIDDLE or
HIGH).
6. Press SET to confirm your selection.
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PlasmaView VHD Service Remote Control
MPEG Filter Use the MPEG Filter to reduce or eliminate so-called “mosquito noise” in MPEG-compressed
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video signals (digital broadcasts or DVDs). Set it to LOW, MIDDLE or HIGH, as needed to
minimize distortion around the edges of moving objects, moving artifacts around edges
and/or blotchy noise patterns superimposed over the objects.
To change the MPEG Filter setting on INPUT 1:
1. Press 1 to switch to PlasmaView VHD INPUT 1.
2. Press MENU on the PlasmaView VHD Service Remote Control.
3. Press or to select SETUP.
4. Press to select MPEG FILTER, then press SET.
5. Press or to select the desired amount of filtering (OFF, LOW, MIDDLE or HIGH).
6. Press SET to confirm your selection.
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