Runco Flat Panel Television PL 50HDX User Guide

OWNERS OPERATING MANUAL  
TM  
PL-50HDX  
with  
Flat Panel Display Monitor & Vivix™ PFP Controller  
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CONTENTS  
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4  
Features and Benefits . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4  
Warnings and Safety Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5  
Warning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6  
Safety Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6  
Limited Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7  
PL-50HDX and Vivix™ PFP™ Controller Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9  
General Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9  
Quick Setup Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9  
PL-50HDX Inputs and Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10  
PL-50HDX Control Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12  
PFP Controller Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13  
Front Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13  
Rear Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14  
Remote Control Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15  
Quick Setup Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16  
Connection Examples . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17  
Menu Description and Navigation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18  
Installation Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19  
Picture Quality Adjustments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20  
Side Bar Level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22  
Image Shift . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23  
Blanking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23  
System Reset . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23  
Aspect Ratios . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24  
RS-232 Communications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26  
RS-232 Commands . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27  
Dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28  
PL-50HDX Plasma Dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28  
PFP Controller Dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29  
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30  
PL-50HDX Plasma Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30  
PFP Controller Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31  
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INTRODUCTION  
Congratulations on your purchase of the PL-50HDX Plasma display! Your PL-50HDX will provide you with many  
years of enjoyment no other plasma can match. It is compatible with today’s current NTSC and PAL systems, as  
well as tomorrow’s DTV standards. And since the display is the 16:9 aspect ratio, DVD widescreen movies and  
Digital Television will look the way they were meant to look- in the widescreen format. Plasma technology is  
proving to be the most flexible and reliable type of display device currently available. The PL-50HDX is consid-  
ered a fixed-pixel device, like an LCD or DLP™ projector. LCD and DLP projectors require a light bulb to create  
the light, and the light is then reflected off of the tiny DMD mirrors in a DLP, or passed through LCD panels in  
LCD projectors. The plasma, however, uses tiny gas-filled pixels to create the image, which essentially generate  
their own light. This is very advantageous, as this allows the plasma display to be used in any type of situation,  
from dark theaters to light-filled rooms. And it also makes the plasma the most maintenance-free type of display  
device - no bulbs or CRTs to change, ever!  
This manual will explain how to use your PL-50HDX plasma display, as well as its features, benefits and other  
important information. Please ensure you read this manual carefully before using your PL-50HDX, especially the  
safety precautions!  
Features and Benefits  
Your PL-50HDX Plasma display has many useful features, including:  
• 1280 x 768 native resolution  
• Multiple aspect ratios  
• 160 degree horizontal/vertical viewing angle  
• Accepts all DTV formats (via outboard decoder), including 1080i, 720p, 480p  
• Full control options, including RS-232C and IR  
• Includes the Runco Vivix PFP Controller for extremely high-quality NTSC Video processing  
• Only 4 1/2 inches thin  
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WARNINGS AND SAFETY PRECAUTIONS  
CAUTION:  
To turn off main power, be sure to remove the plugs from power outlets. The power outlet  
socket should be installed as near to the equipment as possible, and should be easily  
accessible.  
REMARQUE:  
Pour mettre l’appareil hors circut, s’assurer de retirer la fiche de la prise d’alimentation.  
La prise d’alimentation doit être installé aussi proche que possible de l’appareil et doit être  
facile d’ accès.  
WARNING  
TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARDS, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS UNIT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. ALSO DO  
NOT USE THIS UNIT’S POLARIZED PLUG WITH AN EXTENSION CORD RECEPTACLE OR OTHER OUT-  
LETS, UNLESS THE PRONGS CAN BE FULLY INSERTED. REFRAIN FROM OPENING THE CABINET AS  
THERE ARE HIGH-VOLTAGE COMPONENTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE  
PERSONNEL.  
AVERTISSEMENT  
POUR EVITER UN FEU OU UN RISQUE D’ELECTROCUTION NE PAS EXPOSER CET ENSEMBLE A LA  
PLUIE OU A L’HUMIDITE; DE MEME, NE PAS BRANCHER LA PRISE POLAIRE AVEC UNE RALLONGE A  
MOINS QUE LES DENTS DE LA PREMIERE NE S’Y INSERENT PLEINEMENT.  
EVITER D’OUVRIR LE COFFRET CAR IL Y A, A L’INTERIEUR, DES COMPOSANTS SOUMIS A UNE HAUTE-  
TENSION; POUR LES REPARATIONS, S’ADRESSER A UN PERSONNEL QUALIFIE.  
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WARNING  
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 interfer-  
ence when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can  
radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the Installation Manual, may  
cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area may  
cause harmful interference, in which case, the user will be required to correct the interference at his own  
expense.  
DOC compliance Notice  
This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment  
Regulations.  
DOC avis de conformation  
Cet appareil numérique de la classe B respecte toutes les exigences du Réglement sur le Matériel D’interférence du  
Canada.  
Safety Tips  
Please read and follow the safety precautions listed below to ensure the equipment is free from  
damage, and to ensure that no injury will occur as a result of improper use.  
· Do not insert any object, especially metal or liquids, into the Plasma or Vivix PFP Controller.  
· Do not place any objects containing water or any other liquid on top of the Plasma or Vivix PFP Controller.  
· Do not place the units in direct sunlight, near heaters or in extremely dusty or humid locations.  
· Do not install this system outdoors or otherwise exposed to the elements.  
· Do not place heavy objects on top of the Plasma or Vivix PFP Controller.  
· If the power cord is damaged or frayed in any way, electrical shock and/or fire may result. Please do not place  
objects on the power cord, and keep the cord away from heat-emitting devices. Should the power cord become  
damaged in any way, please contact your Runco Dealer for a replacement cord.  
· Do not remove the cover of the Plasma or Vivix PFP Controller for any reason. If any problems arise with the  
unit, please contact a Runco Dealer or Runco International for service. Removing the covers will void the  
warranty.  
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LIMITED WARRANTY  
Congratulations on your purchase of a Runco video product and welcome to the Runco family! We  
believe Runco produces “The World’s Finest Home Theater Products”. With proper installation, setup  
and care, you should enjoy many years of unparalleled video performance.  
This is a LIMITEDWARRANTY as defined in the Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act. Please read it careful-  
ly and retain it with your other important documents.  
WHAT IS COVERED UNDER THE TERMS OF THIS LIMITED WARRANTY:  
SERVICE LABOR: Runco will pay for service labor by a Runco Authorized Service Center when need-  
ed as a result of a manufacturing defect for a period of three (3) years from the effective date of deliv-  
ery to the end user (excluding the plasma glass panel).  
PARTS: (Not including plasma glass panel) Runco will provide new or rebuilt replacement parts for the  
parts that fail due to defects in materials or workmanship for a period of three (3) years from the effec-  
tive date of delivery to the end user. Such replacement parts are then subsequently warranted for the  
remaining portion (if any) of the original warranty period.  
PLASMA GLASS PANEL: Runco will pay for service labor by a Runco Authorized Service Center when  
needed as a result of a manufacturing defect for a period of one (1) year from the effective date of deliv-  
ery to the end user. In addition, Runco will provide new or rebuilt replacement parts for the parts that  
fail due to defects in materials or workmanship for a period of one (1) year from the effective date of  
delivery to the end user. Such replacement parts are then subsequently warranted for the remaining por-  
tion (if any) of the original warranty period.  
WHAT IS NOT COVERED UNDER THE TERMS OF THIS LIMITED WARRANTY:  
Image burn-in on plasma display panels are 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.  
TO AVOID IMAGE 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 permanent-  
ly 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).  
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.  
IMPORTANT: RUNCO IS NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR IMAGE BURNS ON ANY DISPLAY.  
PLEASE EXERCISE CAUTION WHEN USING A 4:3 IMAGE ON A 16:9 SCREEN.  
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This Limited Warranty only covers failure due to defects in materials and workmanship that occur dur-  
ing 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, misap-  
plication, faulty or improper installation or setup adjustments; improper maintenance, alteration, improp-  
er use of any input signal; damage due to lightning or power line surges, spikes and brownouts; dam-  
age 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 exclud-  
ed from coverage under this Limited Warranty.  
CAUTION: THIS LIMITED WARRANTY ONLY COVERS RUNCO PRODUCTS PURCHASED FROM  
RUNCO AUTHORIZED DEALERS. ALL OTHER PRODUCTS ARE SPECIFICALLY EXCLUDED  
FROM COVERAGE UNDER THIS LIMITED WARRANTY. MOREOVER, DAMAGE RESULTING  
DIRECTLY OR INDIRECTLY FROM IMPROPER INSTALLATION OR SETUP IS SPECIFICALLY  
EXCLUDED FROM COVERAGE UNDER THIS LIMITED WARRANTY.  
RIGHTS, LIMITS AND EXCLUSIONS:  
Runco limits its obligations under any implied warranties under state laws to a period not to exceed the  
warranty period. There are no express warranties. Runco also excludes any obligation on its part for  
incidental or consequential damages related to the failure of this product to function properly. Some  
states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, and some states do not allow the  
exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages. So the above limitations or exclusions  
may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights  
that vary from state to state.  
EFFECTIVE WARRANTY DATE:  
This warranty begins on the effective date of delivery to the end user.For your convenience, keep the  
original bill of sale as evidence of the purchase date.  
IMPORTANT: WARRANTY REGISTRATION:  
Please fill out and mail your warranty registration card. It is imperative that Runco knows how to reach  
you promptly if we should discover a safety problem or product update for which you must be notified.  
CONTACT A RUNCO AUTHORIZED SERVICE CENTER TO OBTAIN SERVICE:  
Repairs made under the terms of this Limited Warranty covering your Runco video product will be per-  
formed at the location of the product, during usual working hours, providing location of product is with-  
in normal operating distance from a Runco Authorized Service Center. In some instances it may be nec-  
essary for the product to be returned to the Runco factory for repairs. If, solely in Runco’s judgment,  
location of product to be repaired is beyond normal operating distance of the closest Runco Authorized  
Service Center, or the repair requires the unit be returned to the Runco factory, it is the owner’s respon-  
sibility to arrange for shipment of the product for repair. These arrangements must be made through the  
selling Runco Dealer. If this is not possible, contact Runco directly for a Return Authorization number  
and shipping instructions. Runco will return product transportation prepaid in the United States, unless  
no product defect is discovered. In that instance, shipping costs will be the responsibility of the owner.  
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PL-50HDX & VIVIX™ PFP™ CONTROLLER OPERATION  
General Overview  
The PL-50HDX is actually a two-piece system- the Plasma display itself, and the Vivix™ PFP™  
Controller. The Vivix PFP Controller is a Digital Scaler that converts NTSC Video, S-Video or  
Component video to the native resolution of the Plasma display- 1280 x 768. Typically, fixed-pixel  
devices provide a much more resolved and artifact-free image when they are fed a progressive signal  
matched to the display’s native resolution- exactly what the Vivix PFP Controller does. It also simpli-  
fies the operation of the system, as all image adjustments (including aspect ratio control) and video  
switching are done at the Vivix PFP Controller, not the Plasma itself.  
Quick Setup Instructions  
1. Install the Plasma display. This could be either table mount, ceiling mount or wall mount  
configurations.  
2. Place the Controller in a rack or another desired location. For best results, It is recommended  
that the Controller be placed in such an area that less than 75' of RGB cable is needed.  
3. Connect the RGB cable between the RGB output of the Controller and INPUT 2 (BNC)  
of the Plasma display.  
4. Connect all sources to the CONTROLLER (NTSC Component video, S-Video or Composite  
Video from sources such as DVD players or Satellite receivers, or a DTV or Computer source  
through the Controller’s pass-through).  
5. Install the required ComLink to PL-50HDX Panel for auto control from the PL-50HDX Controller.  
6. Plug in AC power to both the Controller and the Plasma display, and turn them both on.  
7. Select the desired source on the Controller. Ensure that source is now displayed on the Plasma.  
If it is not, please check the RGB cable wiring, especially H and V Sync.  
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PL-50HDX INPUTS AND CONTROLS  
AC INLET  
8
~16  
SPEAKER  
L
+
11  
12  
13  
INPUT5  
DIGITAL RGB  
14  
(ON SYNC)  
G
(H/V SYNC)  
HD  
INPUT1  
INPUT2  
R
AUDIO  
INPUT OUTPUT  
(INPUT1/2)  
CONTROL  
IN OUT  
COMBINA TION  
OUT  
RS-232C  
8
~16  
OUTPUT  
B
VD  
IN  
SPEAKER  
+
ANALOG RGB  
(ANALOG RGB)  
R
75  
2.  
k
2
Ô
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8 9 10  
1
2
SPEAKER (R) terminal  
For connection of an external right speaker.  
Connect a speaker whose impedance is 8 -16 .  
5
6
INPUT1 (mini D-sub 15 pin)  
For connection of components that have RGB  
or component (applies only when equipped with  
PL-50HDX) output jacks such as a personal  
computer, DVD player, or external RGB decoder.  
CONTROL IN/OUT (monaural mini jacks)  
For connection of RUNCO components that bear  
the SR mark. Making CONTROL connection  
enables control of the main unit as a component in  
a system.  
NOTE: The main unit cannot be operated by the  
wired remote control RV-V107.  
OUTPUT (INPUT1) (mini D-sub 15 pin)  
Use the OUTPUT (INPUT1) connector to output  
the video signal to an external monitor or other  
component.  
NOTE:  
* The video signal will not be output from the  
OUTPUT (INPUT1) connector when the main  
power of this display is off or in standby mode.  
* When connecting the main units in a series,  
please set the number that can be connected as a  
total of 5 including the set that the signal is initially  
input to. But a condition for performing separate  
sink or composite sink input and output is that the  
sink level of the source used is at least TTL level  
at 2.2k terminal time.  
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COMBINATION IN/OUT  
Used when a number of sets are controlled  
collectively. Please use a mini DIN 6 pin cable  
(straight, fully connected) available on the market  
as the connecting cable.  
NOTE: It has no ABL linking function. And it is not  
compatible with the RM-V4000V or other  
multi-projection. It is not output when the main  
power is off.  
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INPUT2 (BNC jacks)  
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RS-232C  
For connection of components that have RGB  
or component (applies only when equipped with  
PL-50HDX) output jacks such as a personal  
computer, DVD player, or external RGB decoder.  
This terminal is used for adjustments by a PC  
(EIA-232-F standard). Use 9 pin to RJ-11 adapter  
for phone type cord usage of “auto” control of the  
PL-50HDX Panel.  
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Synchronizing signal impedance selector  
switch  
Video Card Section  
(applies only when equipped with PL-50HDX)  
Depending on the connections made at INPUT2,  
it may be necessary to set this switch to match  
the output impedance of the connected compo-  
nent's synchronization signal.  
When the output impedance of the component's  
synchronization signal is below 75 , set this  
switch to the 75 position.  
14 INPUT5 (DVI-D jack)  
Use to connect a computer.  
NOTE: This unit does not support the display of  
copyguard-protected video signals.  
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AUDIO INPUT (Stereo mini jack)  
Use to obtain sound when INPUT1, INPUT2  
or INPUT5 (applies only when equipped with  
PL-50HDX) is selected. Connect this jack to the  
audio output connector of the device connected  
to the plasma display's INPUT1 or INPUT2, or to  
the audio output connector of the device connect-  
ed to the video card's INPUT5 (applies only when  
equipped with PL-50HDX).  
10 AUDIO OUTPUT (Stereo mini jack)  
Use to output the audio of the selected source  
component connected to the main unit to an AV  
amplifier or similar component.  
11 MAIN POWER switch  
Use to switch the main power or the main unit  
on and off.  
12 AC INLET  
A power cable is furnished with the main unit:  
connect one end of the power cable to this  
connector and the other end to a standard AC  
power source.  
13 SPEAKER (L) terminal  
For connection of an external left speaker.  
Connect a speaker that has an impedance of  
8 -16 .  
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PL-50HDX Control Panel  
Plasma  
Front View  
1
2
3
1. STANDBY/ON Indicator  
This indicator is red during standby mode, and turns green when the unit is in the operation mode.  
It flashes green when Power-Management function is operating. The flashing pattern is also used to  
indicate error messages.  
2. Display Stand  
3. Remote Control Sensor  
Not used.  
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PFP CONTROLLER DESCRIPTION  
Front Panel  
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1. IR RECEIVER  
Receives the IR commands from the remote control.  
2. POWER BUTTON  
Toggles the power on and off. For a discreet on or off command, you can use the direct access buttons on  
the remote control. NOTE: When the main AC power switch is first turned ON, the processor will go through  
an initiation cycle for approximately 15 seconds. The processor cannot be turned on or operated until the  
initialization is complete  
3. LED DISPLAY  
Indicates the model number, current source, scan rate or resolution and aspect ratio.  
4. UP BUTTON  
When no menus are present on-screen, the UP button will toggle you through aspect ratios in the following  
order:  
VirtualWide  
Standard (4:3)  
Letterbox  
Anamorphic  
When the menu is on-screen, the UP button will move the cursor up within the menu.  
When an adjustment item has been selected (i.e. brightness), the UP button will increase the value of that  
function.  
5. LEFT BUTTON  
When no menu is present on-screen, the LEFT button will toggle you through the four different sources, in the  
order of:  
DVI  
RGBHD  
Component HD  
Component  
S-Video  
Composite  
6. ENTER BUTTON  
When an item is highlighted on the On-Screen Display, the ENTER button will select the item.  
7. DOWN BUTTON  
When the menu is on-screen, the down button will move the cursor down within a menu. When an adjustment  
function has been selected (i.e. brightness), the DOWN button will decrease the value of that function.  
8. RIGHT BUTTON  
When no menus are present on-screen, the RIGHT button will toggle you through the four different sources, in  
the order of:  
Composite  
S-Video  
Component  
Component HD  
RGBHD  
DVI  
9. MENU BUTTON  
Pressing the MENU button will bring up the main menu. If no action is taken within approximately 10 seconds,  
the menu will time-out (disappear). Also, if you are in an adjustment mode or function, pressing MENU will  
bring the menu back one level.  
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Rear Panel  
1
5
RS-232 OUT  
RUNCO INTERNATIONAL  
UNION CITY, CA  
12V FUSE  
AC 120V 60Hz, 15W  
RGB VIDEO OUTPUT  
VIDEO INPUTS  
RS-232 IN  
V
H
B
G
R
PASS THROUGH  
Y
Pr  
Pb  
S-VIDEO COMPOSITE  
MASK  
SCREEN  
MADE IN USA  
12V TRIGGER  
2
3
4
6
7
8
9
10  
11 12  
13  
1. 12v Fuse  
8. Component Input  
This fuse protects the 12v outputs from the MASK  
and SCREEN jacks.  
This is the input for component video from  
sources such as DVD players.  
(Screen Fuse: 5mm x 25mm, AGC, 0.5A 250V  
Fast Acting, 250V, Fast Blow)  
Note: The component output from a DTV  
decoder or a progressive-scan DVD cannot be  
used with this port; it must be input to the  
Pass-through port.  
2. Mask  
This is a 12V output that is used to trigger  
masking on screens that have that capability.  
(For use on motorized screens only).  
9. S-Video Input  
This is the input for S-video from sources such  
as Satellite receivers, S-VHS VCR’s and DVD  
players.  
3. Screen  
This is a 12V output that is used to trigger  
the screen to drop.  
(For use on motorized screens only).  
10. Composite Video Input  
This is the input for Composite video from  
sources such as Laser disc players, VCRs  
and other miscellaneous video sources.  
4. RS-232 In  
This is for systems using serial (RS-232) to  
control the PL-50HDX system.  
11. Power Input  
Plug in main power here.  
5. ComLink to PL-50HDX Panel (Mandatory)  
Use phone type cord for “auto” control of the  
PL-50HDX Panel.  
12. 115 VAC Fuse  
This is the main AC input fuse.(Main Fuse:  
5mm x 20 mm, 500mA, 250v, Slow Blow)  
6. RGB OUTPUT  
This is the main output of the PFP Controller.  
The RGB Signal goes directly to the display;  
If component is used through the pass-through,  
then only the R (Pr), G(Y) and B(Pb) jacks will  
be active. Individually, the jacks are: V=vertical  
sync, H=horizontal sync, B=Blue, G=Green,  
R=Red.  
13. Main Power Switch  
Disconnects or applies main power to the  
processor.  
Note: You may input Component HDTV into the  
15-pin Pass-thru. Please select Component HD on  
the menu of the Controller.  
7. Pass-through  
Anything input to this port will by-pass the  
processing of the PFP Controller and be sent  
straight to the display. This is useful for computer  
graphics and HDTV signals which do not require  
processing.  
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REMOTE CONTROL DESCRIPTION  
A. IR OUTPUT INDICATOR  
Illuminates when a button is pressed, indicating that an IR signal is  
being transmitted.  
B. POWER BUTTON  
Toggles the power on and off. For a discreet on or off command, you  
can use the direct access buttons (see 'J'). Note: When the main AC  
power switch is first turned ON, the processor will go through an initiation  
cycle for approximately 10 seconds. The processor cannot be turned on  
or operated until the initialization is complete.  
A
B
PWR  
C. UP BUTTON  
C
D
When no menus are present on-screen, the UP button will toggle you  
through aspect ratios in the following order:  
G
F
VirtualWide  
Standard (4:3)  
Letterbox  
Anamorphic  
P
P
M
When the menu is on-screen, the UP button will move the cursor up  
within the menu. When an adjustment item has been selected  
(i.e. brightness), the UP button will increase the value of that function.  
I
H
D. LEFT BUTTON  
E
When no menus are present on-screen, the LEFT button will toggle  
you through the four different sources in the following order:  
1
4
7
2
5
8
0
3
DVI  
RGBHD  
Component HD  
Component  
S-Video  
Composite  
J
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E. DOWN BUTTON  
When no menus are present on-screen, the DOWN button will  
toggle you through aspect ratios in the following order:  
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Anamorphic  
Letterbox  
Standard (4:3)  
VirtualWide  
OFF  
ON  
When the menu is on-screen, the DOWN button will move the  
cursor down within the menu. When an adjustment item has been  
selected (i.e. brightness), the DOWN button will decrease the value  
of that function.  
RUNCO  
F. RIGHT BUTTON  
When no menus are present on-screen, the RIGHT button will  
toggle you through the four different sources in the following order:  
Composite  
S-Video  
Component  
Component HD  
RGBHD  
DVI  
J. DIRECT ACCESS BUTTONS  
These buttons will allow you to directly  
G. MENU BUTTON  
Pressing the MENU button will bring up the main menu. If no action  
is taken within approximately 10 seconds, the menu will time-out  
(disappear). Also, if you are in an adjustment mode or function,  
pressing MENU will bring the menu back one level.  
access an aspect ratio, source, or turn the  
unit on or off without having to go through  
any menus. These buttons are:  
1: Selects COMPOSITE video  
2: Selects S-video  
3: Selects COMPONENT video  
4: Selects COMPONENT HD  
5: Selects RGBHD  
6: Enables or Disables the Installation  
Menu (see page 18)  
7: Selects the ANAMORPHIC aspect ratio  
8: Selects the STANDARD (4:3) aspect  
ratio  
H. ENTER BUTTON  
When an item is highlighted on a menu, pressing ENTER will select  
that item.  
I. PROGRAM BUTTON  
Select corresponding code set in the installation menu. To reprogram  
the remote, press the PROGRAM button followed by 0,1,3.  
Note: Pressing Enter after typing in the code is not necessary.  
9: Selects the LETTERBOX aspect ratio  
0: Turns the processor ON.  
OFF: Also known as the button left of '0',  
this turns the processor OFF.  
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QUICK SETUP GUIDE  
Connecting the Plasma and PFP Controller  
Plasma Bottom View  
DVI Source  
ComLink  
RGBHV  
Control Cable  
BNC Terminated  
Video Cable  
PFP Controller Rear View  
HD or Progressive  
Source  
DVD or Interlaced  
Source  
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Connection Examples  
RS-232 OUT  
RUNCO INTERNATIONAL  
UNION CITY, CA  
12V FUSE  
AC 120V 60Hz, 15W  
RGB VIDEO OUTPUT  
VIDEO INPUTS  
RS-232 IN  
V
H
B
G
R
PASS THROUGH  
Y
Pr  
Pb  
S-VIDEO COMPOSITE  
MASK  
SCREEN  
MADE IN USA  
12V TRIGGER  
Reserved for  
future use  
DVD Player  
VCR  
Automation  
System  
Computer or  
DTV decoder  
Sattelite  
receiver or  
SVHS player  
Display Device  
While there are many different ways to connect your source equipment to your PFP Controller,  
the examples shown above are the most common.  
• COMPOSITE VIDEO INPUT:  
Composite video is the most common type of signal used, but is also the lowest in picture quality.  
Many sources have outputs that are limited to composite video, such as some VCR’s and cam-  
corders; others such as Laser Disc players actually produce slightly better results when using com-  
posite video.  
• S-VIDEO INPUT  
S-video is the second-best type of signal that can be used, but is MUCH better than composite video.  
Using such sources as Satellite receivers, high-quality VCRs and DVD players (with no component  
output) will produce a MUCH cleaner and sharper signal.  
• COMPONENT INPUT  
Component video is the best type of signal that can be used. The most common sources that use  
component outputs are DVD players, and it is highly recommended that component be used when  
possible. Component video goes one step beyond S-video in picture quality; chroma (color) informa-  
tion is more resolved and the overall picture appears more well-defined.  
• PASS-THROUGH  
This input is used to ‘pass-through’ any high-definition or computer signals that do not require pro-  
cessing. The signal by-passes the PFP Controller’s processing and is sent directly to the display.  
The pass-through may be used for COMPONENT or RGB outputs from a DTV decoder, a progres-  
sive-scan DVD player or RGB outputs from a computer or other high-resolution sources.  
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MENU DESCRIPTION AND NAVIGATION  
INPUT SELECT  
STANDARD VIDEO:  
COMPOSITE  
S-VIDEO  
>
COMPONENT  
HIGH DEFINITION:  
COMPONENT  
RGB  
MONITOR INPUT:  
DVI  
ASPECT RATIO  
INSTALLATION  
When the MENU button is pressed on either the remote control or the front panel, the main menu will  
appear on-screen. An example of the main menu is shown above.  
The active source is indicated by an arrow to the left of the source; note that in the example above,  
Composite is the current source.  
To select a source via the main menu, press either the up or down buttons on the remote or front  
panel and highlight the desired source, and press ENTER. Otherwise, you may select a source by  
pressing either the left or right arrow buttons (on the remote or front panel) when no menus are  
on-screen, or by pressing one of the direct access buttons on the remote control  
(recommended; see page 15).  
If HIGH DEFINITION is selected, note that no on-screen menus will be displayed since the signal is  
simply being 'looped' directly to the output. Pressing MENU will automatically revert to the last select-  
ed input. Pressing ENTER allows adjustments via Quick Menu Adjustments from front panel or  
VirtualWide.  
ASPECT RATIO provides selection of one of four aspect ratios: Anamorphic, Letterbox, Standard 4:3  
or VirtualWide. To select an aspect ratio via the main menu, press either the up and down buttons on  
the remote or front panel, highlight ASPECT RATIO and press ENTER. The aspect ratio menu will  
then appear with the three choices; highlight the desired aspect ratio with the up or down buttons and  
press ENTER. Otherwise, you may select an aspect ratio by pressing either the up or down arrow  
buttons (on the remote or front panel) when no menus are on-screen, or by pressing one of the direct  
access buttons on the remote control.  
INSTALLATION is where 'side bar' levels can be adjusted, as well as image shift and blanking con-  
trols. A full description of this menu is on page 19.  
NOTE: If INSTALLATION does not appear on the main menu, see page 19 for an explanation on how  
to access the Installation menu.  
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Installation Menu  
When the PFP Controller is turned on for the first time, the INSTALLATION item will not appear in the  
main menu. To enable the INSTALLATION menu, there are two options:  
· With the processor ON and no menus on-screen, simultaneously press the ENTER, UP and LEFT  
buttons (you don't need to hold them down). Release the three buttons and press MENU, ensure  
INSTALLATION is now on the bottom of the main menu.  
· With the remote control, press button 6 (with no menus on-screen).  
After pressing '6', press MENU and ensure INSTALLATION is now on the bottom of the main menu.  
After INSTALLATION has been accessed, press MENU, highlight INSTALLATION and press ENTER.  
This will bring up the INSTALLATION MENU, shown below:  
INSTALLER MODE  
SIDE BAR LEVEL  
INVERT  
OFF  
OUTPUT SHIFT  
INPUT SHIFT  
IR CODE SELECT  
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Picture Quality Adjustments  
INPUT SELECT  
STANDARD VIDEO:  
COMPOSITE  
S-VIDEO  
TINT  
COLOR  
COMPONENT  
HIGH DEFINITION:  
COMPONENT  
RGB  
BRIGHTNESS  
CONTRAST  
SHARPNESS  
LUMA ENHANCE  
CHROMA ENHANCE  
COLOR TEMPERATURE  
COLOR BALANCE  
Only on  
Installation Mode  
MONITOR INPUT:  
DVI  
ASPECT RATIO  
INSTALLATION  
Picture quality adjustments (also known as "Front Panel Controls") are the controls that change different  
parameters of the image such as the amount of color, black level, etc. While these adjustments can be set to  
suit the needs of the user, there is a way to set these properly. This section will describe what each function  
does and how to adjust them properly.  
To access the picture quality adjustments, press MENU, highlight the active source (indicated by the arrow) and  
press ENTER. The picture quality sub-menu will then appear (see above).  
To make an adjustment to a particular function, highlight the function with the up or down arrow buttons and  
press ENTER. Once the function is on-screen (i.e. brightness), pressing the UP arrow button on the remote or  
front panel will increase the value of that function; pressing the DOWN arrow on the remote or front panel will  
decrease the value of that function.  
While each of the picture quality adjustments can be set to suit the needs of the user, there is a 'proper' way to  
set the adjustments. For setting TINT and COLOR, please refer to the color bar test pattern below.  
NOTE: For many display devices, a BLUE FILTER must be used so only the blue color bars can be seen; if no  
blue color filter is available, see if the display device has the ability to mute (turn off) the red and green  
colors via its menu structure (most CRT projectors have this feature). Blue filters are provided with the Video  
Essentials or AVIA test DVDs, or can be purchased from the Imaging Science Foundation  
(www.imagingscience.com).  
Tall color bars  
Short color bars  
Tint  
Color  
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TINT (also known as 'hue') is essentially the ratio of red to green in the color portion of the image. If TINT is  
decreased, the image will appear redder, and increasing it will cause the image to appear greener. To set TINT  
properly, look at the color bar pattern through a blue filter (or mute the red and green outputs). Adjust TINT until  
the middle two tall color bars match the middle short color bars (see color bar drawing).  
COLOR (also known as 'saturation') increases or decreases the amount of color in the image. To set COLOR  
properly, look at the color bar pattern through a blue filter (or mute the red and green outputs). Adjust COLOR  
until the outer two tall color bars match the outer short color bars (see color bar drawing).  
For setting CONTRAST and BRIGHTNESS, please refer to the PLUGE pattern below:  
CONTRAST adjusts the white level of the image. For Fixed-pixel displays, adjust contrast until there is a distinct  
definition between the two brightest bars. NOTE: For best results, Runco recommends that CONTRAST be set  
to '0' or very close to it.  
BRIGHTNESS adjusts the black level of the image. To adjust this properly, adjust BRIGHTNESS until the 'below  
black' bar JUST disappears, but the 'above black' bar is still barely visible. NOTE: Some DVD players cannot pass  
the 'blacker than black' bar (they won't pass PLUGE), and that bar will never be visible. In a case like this, adjust the  
'above black' bar until it is slightly brighter than the background that surrounds it.  
Set contrast  
untill there is  
no 'blooming'  
in this bar.  
Below black  
Above black  
SHARPNESS adjusts the amount of high-frequency detail in the image. This can be adjusted to the preference of  
the user. Keep in mind that when SHARPNESS is decreased, fine details in the image will become 'soft'; when it is  
increased, fine details will become sharper but will also make the picture appear 'noisy' if adjusted too high.  
LUMA ENHANCE acts as an edge enhancement, especially around black to white transitions in the image.  
Essentially, this has the same characteristics as sharpness but affects the edges of objects far more that the rest  
of the image. FREQUENCIES HIGH/LOW affect the overall range of the LUMA ENHANCE feature. For example,  
if using a lower-quality video source such as a VCR, the FREQUENCIES should be set to LOW. For a good quality  
source such as a DVD player, set FREQUENCIES to HIGH. To set FREQUENCIES, press ENTER while LUMA  
ENHANCE is on-screen.  
CHROMA ENHANCE acts as an edge enhancement, especially around color transitions in the image. Essentially,  
this has the same characteristics as sharpness but affects the edges of objects far more that the rest of the image.  
FREQUENCIES HIGH/LOW affect the overall range of the CHROMA ENHANCE feature. For example, if using a  
lower-quality video source such as a VCR, the FREQUENCIES should be set to LOW. For a good quality source  
such as a DVD player, set FREQUENCIES to HIGH. To set FREQUENCIES, press ENTER while CHROMA  
ENHANCE is on-screen.  
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Side Bar Level  
Some displays, especially phosphor-based displays such as Plasma (flat panel) displays, can be 'burned' by  
still-images or otherwise not using the full display or raster.  
Besides still images, using a 4:3 image on a widescreen display could cause a '4:3 burn' (see below):  
The example to the left shows  
what would happen on a  
widescreen display if a small  
4:3 image were used more  
often than widescreen images.  
Side  
Bar  
Area  
Side  
Bar  
Area  
Widescreen display  
‘4:3 burn’  
To minimize this problem, the PL-50HDX can provide SIDE BARS, which will put grey bars up on either side of  
a small 4:3 image (see 'side bar area' in the drawing above). This illuminates the otherwise unused portion of  
the display, minimizing a potential 4:3 burn.  
SIDE BAR LEVEL is the amount of illumination in the side bars. The goal is not to make them so bright that  
they are much brighter than the 4:3 image itself (which could cause a reverse 4:3 burn), but not too dim where  
they cannot be effective. While there is not a recommended level, Runco recommends keeping the side bar  
level at a moderate level, approximately the same as the average light used on the 4:3 portion of the image.  
IMPORTANT: Runco is not responsible for image burns on any display.  
Please exercise caution when using a 4:3 image on a 16:9 screen.  
Please follow this procedure to set side bar level:  
·
·
·
Ensure an active source is displayed on the screen or display.  
Select the standard (4:3) aspect ratio.  
Highlight SIDE BAR LEVEL on the INSTALLATION menu and press ENTER. Use the up arrow button to  
increase the illumination of the side bars, or the down arrow to decrease their illumination.  
NOTE: It is recommended that an active image be displayed on-screen, and the level of the sidebars be  
set to match the average amount of illumination on the 4:3 portion of the image.  
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Image Shift  
IMAGE SHIFT moves the entire image up, down, left or right. If the image is slightly off-center on-screen after  
installation, using IMAGE SHIFT can center the image on your screen or display.  
While using IMAGE SHIFT will not cause any problems with your display, it is possible to use too much image  
shift, which could cause the image to shake or disappear. Therefore, Runco recommends that image shift be  
done with the display device itself whenever possible.  
Input Image Shift shifts the part of the image that is being “input” to the Controller. Output Image Shift shifts the  
image being output to the display.  
Image Shift  
Hstart: 0  
Vstart: 0  
System Reset  
In the event that your PFP Controller appears to have a software problem, or adjustments have been made  
so far out of range that the image is no longer on-screen or discernable, you can reset the processor back to  
factory values. This sets ALL settings back to factory values, so any adjustments made previously will be lost.  
To reset your PFP Controller, follow this procedure:  
·
·
Turn off the MAIN POWER switch on the back of the processor  
Hold down the DOWN ARROW button, and turn the MAIN POWER SWITCH back on.  
Continue holding the down arrow button until the LED on the front panel blinks,  
then release the down arrow button.  
Once this is done, your processor has been completely reset to factory values.  
After resetting the unit, Composite video will be the active source.  
SYSTEM RESET is not on any of the menus; it must be performed using the instructions above.  
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ASPECT RATIOS  
An ‘aspect ratio’ is simply the ratio of the width vs. the height of the screen. For example, the current aspect ratio  
standard is 4:3 (or 1.33:1), where the image is 4 units wide and 3 units tall.  
3 units tall  
4 units wide  
All of our ‘regular’ televisions are this aspect ratio. You have probably noticed that occasionally you’ll watch a  
movie that does not fill the screen vertically. This is because the movie was filmed in WIDESCREEN  
(letterbox), and the result is ‘black bars’ above and below the image:  
Obviously, watching a movie like this does not lend itself to a truly cinematic experience! This is why Runco  
invented the first-ever multiple aspect-ratio projection system back in 1991, so true movie-lovers can watch  
actual widescreen (letterbox) movies on a WIDESCREEN!  
A WIDESCREEN can be a number of aspect ratios; many movies are either 1.85:1 or 2.35:1, and HDTV is  
always 1.78:1 (16:9). The way we create a widescreen (or LETTERBOX) aspect ratio is to take a full 4:3 image,  
then ‘blank’ (or cut off) the top and bottom so the displayed image is in a widescreen format. For movies record-  
ed in ‘letterbox’, there would be no information above and below the screen anyways, so we’re not losing any of  
the picture. However, if you were to watch standard television broadcast this way, you would lose some informa-  
tion (see next drawing).  
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Active image area  
(Actual screen area)  
Blanked (cut off)  
areas  
As you can see, our screen in this example is a 1.85:1 ratio. The dashed lines show the area that we ‘blanked’.  
If you recall, watching a letterbox movie on a 4:3 screen gave us black bars; therefore with letterbox movies,  
we’re not losing any information!  
The ‘other’ type of widescreen is called ‘ANAMORPHIC’. The image is still a widescreen format, but instead of  
‘blanking’ the top and bottom, we simply reduce the overall height of the image:  
As a result, all objects will be ‘short and fat’ (like the circle above), right? Well, not if you’re using software that is  
anamorphic. Most (but not all) DVD movies have an anamorphic option. Anamorphic material will always pro-  
duce a better image when using a high quality scaler such as the PFP Controller. The reason is that you will  
actually get more lines of resolution (and ultimately more detail) when using anamorphic titles. Basically, a TV  
image is made of 480 lines. When using LETTERBOX (the drawing at the top of this page), we’re ‘throwing  
away’ information by blanking the top and bottom. The end result is that there will only be around 360 lines of  
information on the screen and 480 with anamorphic.  
A 16x9 aspect ratio screen is impressive when viewing movies and HDTV material. Very few sports, news, and  
television programs have adopted this wide-screen format. Watching this type of material on a 16x9 aspect  
ratio screen can be confusing or have incorrect geometry - like stretching the image or squashing the image.  
The Virtual Wide aspect ratio is the perfect solution to this dilemma. By converting a standard TV (4x3 aspect  
ratio) image to 16x9 with precision scaling, no defects in the geometry are visible to the viewer. The Left and  
Right edges of the image are gradually, yet progressively scaled to produce a smooth transformation to the 16x9  
aspect ratio screen. This makes Virtual Wide a perfect way to fill the 16x9 screen with standard TV aspect ratio  
material. Sporting events, TV movies, and even the news can be viewed in the 16x9 wide-screen format.  
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RS-232 COMMUNICATIONS  
General Information  
Baud rate: 9600 (fixed)  
Bits: 8  
No Parity  
All protocol in ASCII format  
RS-232 input connector pin numbers:  
TxD= Pin# 2  
RxD= Pin# 3  
GnD= Pin# 5  
Command format (single command): command value (i.e. brightness 30).  
NOTE: A space (not an underscore) or comma may be used between the command and its value.  
Command string format: command,command value, command etc.  
(i.e. COMPOSITE,BRIGHTNESS 30,ANAMORPHIC)  
NOTE: In between commands, comma or space may be used; a space must be used in between  
a command and its value.  
Other notes:  
· For command strings, a maximum of 255 characters can be used in a single string.  
· If it is necessary to input multiple commands, they should all be together in a single string.  
· For values not automatically stored (see next paragraph), the command "!STORE"  
must be sent in order for the PFP Controller to keep the settings. Otherwise, the values  
will be considered temporary and will revert to their stored settings upon source change  
or power-up.  
· The "Value stored" column refers to a command that is either automatically stored or if it  
must be manually stored with the "!STORE" command.  
· PARAMETER min/max refers to a function's minimum and maximum value range. Inputting  
values above or below their range may cause unpredictable (but not fatal) results.  
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RS-232 COMMANDS  
COMMAND  
PARAMETER (min/max)  
Value stored?  
DESCRIPTION  
ON  
OFF  
DISPLAY  
NA  
NA  
0/4  
NA  
NA  
YES  
Turns Controller on  
Turns Controller off  
Adjusts the brightness of the  
front panel display  
COMPOSITE  
NA  
YES  
Selects the Composite Video  
Input  
SVIDEO  
COMPONENT  
NA  
NA  
YES  
YES  
Selects the S-Video Input  
Selects the Component Video  
Input  
HDCOMPONENT  
HDRGB  
ANAMORPHIC  
NA  
NA  
NA  
YES  
YES  
YES  
Selects the Component Input  
Selects the RGB input  
Selects the anamorphic aspect  
ratio  
STANDARD  
NA  
YES  
Selects the standard (4:3)  
aspect ratio  
LETTERBOX  
VIRTUALWIDE  
NA  
NA  
YES  
YES  
Selects the letterbox aspect ratio  
Selects the virtualwide aspect  
ratio  
TINT  
COLOR  
AGCCOLOR  
-127/127  
-127/127  
0/1  
NO  
NO  
NO  
Sets a value for tint  
Sets a value for color  
0=Disable Color AGC  
1=Enable Color AGC  
BRIGHTNESS  
CONTRAST  
AGCCONTRAST  
-127/127  
-127/127  
0/1  
NO  
NO  
NO  
Sets a value for brightness  
Sets a value for contrast  
0=Disable Contrast AGC  
1=Enable Contrast AGC  
Sets a value for sharpness  
Sets a value for high-frequency  
chroma edge enhancement  
Sets a value for low-frequency  
chroma edge enhancement  
Sets a value for high-frequency  
luminance edge enhancement  
Sets a value for low-frequency  
luminance edge enhancement  
Stores the current set of values  
(all values) into non-volatile  
memory  
SHARPNESS  
CHROMAHIGH  
0/255  
0/127  
NO  
NO  
CHROMALOW  
LUMAHIGH  
LUMALOW  
!STORE  
0/127  
0/127  
0/127  
NA  
NO  
NO  
NO  
YES  
!RESTORE  
!FACTORY  
NA  
NA  
YES  
YES  
Restores the stored values  
Restores all values to factory  
default levels  
!STATUS  
NA  
NA  
Asks the Controller to provide  
the hardware information, cur  
rent values and system status to  
the automation system  
Enables the Controller to echo  
back commands and values to  
the automation system  
Disables the Controller's  
character echoing  
Disables the Installation menu  
(removes it from the main menu)  
Enables the Installation menu  
(enables it on the main menu)  
!ECHO  
NA  
NO  
!NOECHO  
NA  
NA  
NA  
NO  
NA  
NA  
!INSTALLMODEOFF  
!INSTALLMODEON  
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PL-50HDX PLASMA DIMENSIONS  
48.073  
46.732  
0
1.397  
4.237  
49.133  
24.712  
50.229  
30.045  
43.729  
2.080  
1.200  
REAR VIEW  
1.578  
20.968  
15.062  
9.156  
4.605  
0
1.200  
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PFP CONTROLLER DIMENSIONS  
Front Panel  
17.45"  
ratio  
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>
3.5"  
ratio  
T
M
P
I
X
E
L
F
O
R
P
I
X
E
L
Rear Panel  
17"  
RUNCO INTERNATIONAL  
UNION CITY, CA  
12V FUSE  
AC 120V 60Hz, 15W  
3.025"  
RGB VIDEO OUTPUT  
VIDEO INPUTS  
RS-232 IN  
V
H
B
G
R
PASS THROUGH  
Y
Pr  
Pb  
S-VIDEO COMPOSITE  
MASK  
SCREEN  
MADE IN USA  
12V TRIGGER  
Top Panel  
17"  
16"  
17.45"  
Side Panel  
3.5"  
16"  
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PL-50HDX PLASMA SPECIFICATIONS  
Native Resolution:  
1024 x 768  
Screen Size:  
50 in. (diagonal)  
Screen Aspect Ratio:  
Available Aspect Ratios:  
Image Area (W x H):  
DTV Compatibility:  
Contrast Ratio:  
16:9  
4:3, Letterbox, 16:9 Anamorphic, VirtualWide  
43 1/4 in. (1099 mm) (w) x 24 1/2 in. (622.30 mm) (h)  
480p, 720p, 1080i  
1000:1  
Data/Graphics Capability:  
Inputs:  
640 x 400 to 1600 x 1200  
(1) RGB/Component, (1) RGB 15 pin, (1) DVI-Digital  
100-120 VAC, 50/60Hz  
Power Requirements:  
Power Consumption:  
Operating Environment:  
Dimensions  
380W  
o
o
o
o
32 -104 F (0 C-40 C), 20-80% Humidity (non-condensing)  
Width: 49 1/4 in. (1251 mm)  
Depth: 4 3/8 in. (111.13 mm)  
Height: 30 1/8 in. (765.20 mm)  
Weight: 96 lbs. (44.0 kg)  
Regulatory Approvals:  
Limited Warranty:  
FCC 15B class B  
(3) Three years parts and labor (not including plasma glass panel) from the  
date of delivery to the end user.  
(1) One year parts and labor on the plasma glass panel, from the date of  
delivery to the end user.  
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PFP CONTROLLER SPECIFICATIONS  
Inputs:  
(1) Composite, (1) S-video, (1) Component, (1) Pass-through  
NTSC (all scan rates), PAL (all scan rates except 480p, 540p and 854 x 480)  
Composite, S-Video and Component inputs: 5.5 MHz, Pass-through: 100 MHz  
120-240 VAC, 50/60 Hz (200-240VAC, 50/60 Hz, export version)  
15W  
Input standards:  
Bandwidth:  
Power Requirements:  
Power Consumption:  
Control Options:  
Operating Environment:  
Dimensions:  
RS-232, IR, Front Panel  
41°-95°F (5°-35° C), 0-90% Humidity (non-condensing)  
Width: 17 1/2 in. (443.23 mm)  
Depth: 16 in. (406.40 mm)  
Height: 3 1/2 in. (88.90 mm)  
Weight: 16 lbs. (7.26 kg)  
Regulatory Approvals:  
Complies with UL, FCC Class 'B', CE, C-tick  
Supplied Accessories  
• Remote Control w/ 2 AAA Batteries  
• Power Cord  
• User’s Manual  
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