Runco Flat Panel Television SP 42DHD User Guide

OWNERS OPERATING MANUAL  
TM  
SP-42DHD  
SP-50DHD  
SP-60DHD  
Flat Panel Plasma Display Monitor  
with  
and  
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Digital High Definition Controller  
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with Vivix II Technology  
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THREE YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY  
For Plasma Displays  
Congratulations on your purchase of a Runco video product and welcome to the Runco family! We believe Runco produces  
“The World’s Finest Home Theater Products.” With proper installation, setup and care, you should enjoy many years of  
unparalleled video performance.  
This is a LIMITED WARRANTY as defined in the Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act. Please read it carefully and retain it with your  
other important documents.  
WHAT IS COVERED UNDER THE TERMS OF THIS LIMITED WARRANTY:  
SERVICE LABOR: Runco will pay for service labor by a Runco Authorized Service Center when needed as a result of a  
manufacturing defect for a period of three (3) years from the effective date of delivery to the end user (excluding the plasma  
glass panel).  
PARTS (not including plasma glass panel): Runco will provide new or rebuilt replacement parts for the parts that fail due to  
defects in materials or workmanship for a period of three (3) years from the effective date of delivery to the end user. Such  
replacement parts are then subsequently warranted for the remaining portion (if any) of the original warranty period.  
PLASMA GLASS PANEL: Runco will pay for service labor by a Runco Authorized Service Center when needed as a result of a  
manufacturing defect for a period of one (1) year from the effective date of delivery to the end user. In addition, Runco will  
provide new or rebuilt replacement parts for the parts that fail due to defects in materials or workmanship for a period of one (1)  
year from the effective date of delivery to the end user. Such replacement parts are then subsequently warranted for the  
remaining portion (if any) of the original warranty period.  
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.  
CAUTION: THIS LIMITED WARRANTY ONLY COVERS RUNCO PRODUCTS PURCHASED FROM RUNCO AUTHORIZED  
DEALERS. ALL OTHER PRODUCTS ARE SPECIFICALLY EXCLUDED FROM COVERAGE UNDER THIS WARRANTY.  
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MOREOVER, DAMAGE RESULTING DIRECTLY OR INDIRECTLY FROM IMPROPER INSTALLATION OR SETUP IS  
SPECIFICALLY EXCLUDED FROM COVERAGE UNDER THIS LIMITED WARRANTY. IT IS IMPERATIVE THAT INSTALLATION  
AND SETUP WORK BE PERFORMED ONLY BY AN AUTHORIZED RUNCO DEALER TO PROTECT YOUR RIGHTS UNDER  
THIS WARRANTY. THIS WILL ALSO ENSURE THAT YOU ENJOY THE FINE PERFORMANCE OF WHICH YOUR RUNCO  
PRODUCT IS CAPABLE WHEN INSTALLED AND CALIBRATED BY RUNCO AUTHORIZED PERSONNEL.  
RIGHTS, LIMITS AND EXCLUSIONS:  
Runco limits its obligations under any implied warranties under state laws to a period not to exceed the warranty period. There  
are no express warranties. Runco also excludes any obligation on its part for incidental or consequential damages related to  
the failure of this product to function properly. Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, and  
some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages. So the above limitations or  
exclusions may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights that vary from  
state to state.  
EFFECTIVE WARRANTY DATE:  
This warranty begins on the effective date of delivery to the end user. For your convenience, keep the original bill of sale as  
evidence of the purchase date.  
IMPORTANT – WARRANTY REGISTRATION:  
Please fill out and mail your warranty registration card. It is imperative that Runco knows how to reach you promptly if we  
should discover a safety problem or product update for which you must be notified.  
CONTACT A RUNCO AUTHORIZED SERVICE CENTER TO OBTAIN SERVICE:  
Repairs made under the terms of this Limited Warranty covering your Runco video product will be performed at the location of  
the product, during usual working hours, providing location of product is within normal operating distance from a Runco  
Authorized Service Center. In some instances it may be necessary for the product to be returned to the Runco factory for  
repairs. If, solely in Runco’s judgment, location of product to be repaired is beyond normal operating distance of the closest  
Runco Authorized Service Center, or the repair requires the unit be returned to the Runco factory, it is the owner’s  
responsibility to arrange for shipment of the product for repair. These arrangements must be made through the selling Runco  
Dealer. If this is not possible, contact Runco directly for a Return Authorization number and shipping instructions. Runco will  
return product transportation prepaid in the United States, unless no product defect is discovered. In that instance, shipping  
costs will be the responsibility of the owner.  
COPYRIGHT AND TRADEMARKS:  
© Copyright 2006 Runco International. This document contains proprietary information protected by copyright, trademark and  
other intellectual property laws. All rights are reserved. No part of this manual may be reproduced by any mechanical,  
electronic or other means, in any form, without prior written permission of the manufacturer.  
Reflection, Enhanced GEN3, DHD, Vivix, Virtual Cinema, CineWide, AutoScope, O-Path, CinOptx, LiveLink, CSMS, SuperOnyx  
and VirtualWide are trademarks of Runco International. All other trademarks and registered trademarks used in this document  
are the property of their respective owners.  
Runco International products are manufactured under one or more of the following patents: US. Patent 6755540 and Other  
Patents Pending.  
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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:  
To locate the name and address of the nearest Runco Authorized Service Center, or for additional information about this  
Limited Warranty, please call or write:  
RUNCO INTERNATIONAL, INC.  
Attn: Customer Service Department  
2900 Faber Street  
Union City, CA 94587  
Ph: (510) 324-7777  
Fax: (510) 324-9300  
Toll Free: (800) 23-RUNCO  
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Safety Precautions  
Thank you for your purchase of this quality Runco product! It has been designed to provide you with the quality of video that is  
expected in a home theater. This manual is your guide through the menus and operation. For the best performance, please  
read it carefully and keep it handy for future reference.  
WARNING  
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.  
CAUTION  
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK  
DO NOT OPEN  
CAUTION:  
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK  
DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK)  
NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.  
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED  
SERVICE PERSONNEL.  
This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of important  
operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature  
accompanying the appliance.  
CAUTION  
To turn off main power, be sure to remove the plugs from power outlets. The power outlet socket should be installed as near to  
the equipment as possible, and should be easily accessible.  
WARNING  
TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARDS, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS UNIT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. ALSO DO NOT USE THIS  
UNIT’S POLARIZED PLUG WITH AN EXTENSION CORD RECEPTACLE OR OTHER OUTLETS, UNLESS THE PRONGS CAN  
BE FULLY INSERTED. REFRAIN FROM OPENING THE CABINET AS THERE ARE HIGH-VOLTAGE COMPONENTS INSIDE.  
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.  
WARNING  
This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the  
Installation Manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area  
may cause harmful interference, in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense.  
Please read and follow the safety precautions listed below to ensure the equipment is free from damage, and to ensure that no  
injury will occur as a result of improper use.  
• Do not insert any object, especially metal or liquids, into the plasma display.  
• Do not place any objects containing water or any other liquid on top of the plasma display.  
• Do not place the units in direct sunlight, near heaters or in extremely dusty or humid locations.  
• Do not install this system outdoors or otherwise exposed to the elements.  
• Do not place heavy objects on top of the plasma display.  
• If the power cord is damaged or frayed in any way, electrical shock and/or fire may result. Do not place objects on the  
power cord, and keep the cord away from heat-emitting devices. Should the power cord become damaged in any way,  
please contact your Runco Dealer for a replacement cord.  
• Do not remove the cover of the plasma display for any reason. If any problems arise with the unit, please contact a Runco  
Dealer or Runco International for service. Removing the covers will void the warranty.  
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1Table of Contents  
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1List of Figures  
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Notes:  
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1. Introduction  
This Owner’s Manual describes how to install, set up and operate the Runco PlasmaWall  
Flat-Panel Plasma Display Monitor and DHD Controller (Model SP-42DHD, SP-50DHD or  
SP-60DHD).  
1.1  
About This Manual  
Throughout this manual, the Runco PlasmaWall Flat-Panel Plasma Display Monitor and  
DHD Controller are referred to collectively as the “PlasmaWall.” Except where otherwise  
indicated, the information in this manual applies to all three PlasmaWall models.  
Runco has prepared this manual to help home theater installers and end users get the  
most out of the PlasmaWall.  
Target Audience  
Runco has made every effort to ensure that this manual is accurate as of the date it was  
printed. However, because of ongoing product improvements and customer feedback, it  
may require updating from time to time. You can always find the latest version of this and  
If You Have Comments  
About This Manual...  
Text Conventions: The following conventions are used in this manual, in order to clarify  
the information and instructions provided:  
Textual and Graphic  
Conventions  
• 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.  
In addition to these conventions, underlining, boldface and/or italics are occasionally used  
to highlight important information, as in this example:  
A carriage return must be used after each command or string.  
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:  
TIPS highlight time-saving short cuts and helpful guidelines for using  
certain features.  
Tip  
NOTES emphasize text with unusual importance or special  
significance. They also provide supplemental information.  
Note  
CAUTIONS alert users that a given action or omitted action can  
degrade performance or cause a malfunction.  
Caution  
WARNINGS appear when a given action or omitted action can result  
in damage to the equipment, or possible non-fatal injury to the user.  
WARNING  
DANGER!  
DANGER appears when a given action can cause severe injury or  
death.  
Use the following table to locate the specific information you need in this manual.  
1.2  
Using This Manual  
If you need...  
... Turn to page:  
Information about obtaining service  
General information about the PlasmaWall  
Flat-Panel Plasma Display Monitor and DHD Con-  
troller  
Installation instructions  
First-time configuration instructions  
Advanced configuration instructions  
Troubleshooting tips  
Specifications for the PlasmaWall Flat-Panel  
Plasma Display Monitor and DHD Controller  
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The PlasmaWall SP Series flat-panel plasma monitor brings outstanding picture quality to  
its size category with true, high-definition native resolution of up to 1365 x 768  
(1024 x 768 on the Model SP-42DHD) for no-compromise viewing of any video source.  
1.3  
Description, Features  
and Benefits  
The PlasmaWall is supplied with Runco’s next-generation, Digital High Definition (DHD)  
Controller, featuring advanced Vivix II™ processing. This controller produces stunning  
video imagery, elevating even standard NTSC material to near high-definition levels.  
Multiple aspect ratio control includes Runco’s VirtualWide™ for viewing 4:3 material in  
widescreen with no loss of picture quality. The DHD provides for a pure digital signal path  
from input to output, making this system ready for Runco’s exclusive LiveLink™ DVI cable  
solution to preserve HD signal quality over long runs.  
The PlasmaWall’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 PlasmaWall 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.  
The PlasmaWall offers these key features and benefits:  
Key Features and Benefits  
• 16:9 Native Resolution: 1024 x 768 (Model SP-42DHD) or 1365 x 768  
(Models SP-50DHD and SP-60DHD)  
• Multiple Aspect Ratios with VirtualWide™ 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 DHD Controller) with High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection  
(HDCP)  
• Exceptional detail and artifact-free video enhancement  
• Vivix™ video processing with 3:2 film detection circuitry  
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Parts List  
Your PlasmaWall is shipped with the following items. If any items are missing or damaged,  
please contact your Runco dealer or Runco Customer Service at (800) 23-RUNCO.  
• PlasmaWall Flat-Panel Plasma Display Monitor and DHD Controller  
• AC Power Cords (2)  
• Remote Control Unit and two (2), AAA-size batteries  
• 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 DHD Controller  
• Cleaning Cloth  
• Cable Ties (2)  
• Warranty information and registration card  
• PlasmaWall SP Series Owner’s Operating Manual (this document)  
Optional Accessories:  
• Wall Mount Kit  
• Table Stand  
• LiveLink™ DVI Cabling System  
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2. Controls and Functions  
2.1  
PlasmaWall at a  
Glance  
Figure 2-1 shows the PlasmaWall front-panel controls and indicators.  
Controls and Indicators  
(SP-42DHD/SP-50DHD)  
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(SP-60DHD)  
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2
1
3
Figure 2-1. PlasmaWall Front-Panel Controls and Indicators  
1. DISPLAY STAND  
Optional accessory for tabletop installations.  
2. REMOTE CONTROL SENSOR  
Receives the signals from the remote control.  
3. STANDBY/ON INDICATOR  
- Lights green to indicate normal operation;  
- Lights red to indicate that the PlasmaWall is in standby mode;  
- Flashes green or red (twice per second) to indicate an error condition.  
4. HANDLES  
ALWAYS use the handles when carrying the unit.  
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Connectors  
Figure 2-2 and Figure 2-3 show the rear-panel connector and power switch locations on  
the SP-42DHD and SP-50DHD respectively.  
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11  
12  
IN  
OUT  
OUTPUT INPUT1 INPUT2  
AUDIO AUDIO AUDIO  
INPUT1  
INPUT2  
ANALOG RGB OUT  
(D-Sub)  
ANALOG RGB IN  
(D-Sub)  
DIGITAL RGB  
(DVI-D)  
RS-232C  
COMBINATION  
1
2
3 4 5  
6
7
8
Figure 2-2. PlasmaWall Model SP-42DHD Rear Panel  
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12  
IN  
OUT  
OUTPUT INPUT1 INPUT2  
AUDIO AUDIO AUDIO  
INPUT1  
INPUT2  
ANALOG RGB OUT  
(D-Sub)  
ANALOG RGB IN  
(D-Sub)  
DIGITAL RGB  
(DVI-D)  
RS-232C  
COMBINATION  
9
10  
1
2
3 4 5  
6
7
8
Figure 2-3. PlasmaWall Model SP-50DHD Rear Panel  
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12  
IN  
OUT  
OUTPUT INPUT1 INPUT2  
AUDIO AUDIO AUDIO  
INPUT1  
INPUT2  
ANALOG RGB OUT  
(D-Sub)  
ANALOG RGB IN  
(D-Sub)  
DIGITAL RGB  
(DVI-D)  
RS-232C  
COMBINATION  
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3 4 5  
6
7
1
10  
2
8
Figure 2-4. PlasmaWall Model SP-60DHD Rear Panel  
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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 DHD 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.  
This output is not active when the PlasmaWall is off or in standby  
mode.  
Note  
7. ANALOG RGB IN (INPUT 1) (15-pin D-Sub)  
Connect the RGBHV (5xBNC) output from the DHD Controller here.  
8. DIGITAL RGB (INPUT 2) (DVI-D)  
HDCP-compliant digital video input. Connect the DVI output from the DHD  
Controller to this input.  
9. EXTERNAL SPEAKER OUTPUT (RIGHT)  
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 PlasmaWall to power here, using the included power cord.  
12. MAIN POWER SWITCH  
Connects or disconnects the PlasmaWall from the AC power source.  
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Figure 2-5 shows the controls and indicators on the DHD Controller front panel; the  
paragraphs that follow describe them.  
2.2  
DHD Controller Front  
Panel  
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9
1
3
7
10  
Figure 2-5. DHD Controller Front Panel  
1. RUNCO ICON  
Lights red to indicate that the DHD Controller is in standby mode; lights blue to  
indicate that the unit is on.  
2. POWER BUTTON  
Press once to toggle from standby mode to on mode. Press it again to return to  
standby mode. For a discrete on or off command, you can use the direct access  
buttons on the remote control.  
3. IR SENSOR  
Receives IR commands from the remote.  
4. VACUUM FLUORESCENT DISPLAY  
Can be used instead of the On-Screen Display (OSD). Displays currently-selected  
menu or – if no menu is selected – the current source, signal format (NTSC or PAL),  
input resolution and aspect ratio.  
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5. UP BUTTON  
Use to direct-select aspect ratios or move the menu cursor up in the OSD. When no  
menu is present on-screen, the UP button toggles through aspect ratios in the  
following order:  
Anamorphic - Standard (4:3) - Letterbox - VirtualWide - Cinema  
(For more information about aspect ratios, refer to Table 4-1.)  
6. LEFT BUTTON  
Used to direct-select inputs or move the menu cursor left in the OSD. When no menu  
is present on-screen, the LEFT button toggles through the different sources, in this  
order:  
HD Pass Thru 2 - HD Pass Thru 1 - DVI 2 - DVI 1 - HD/RGB2 - HD/RGB1 -  
Component SD - S-Video 2 - S-Video 1 - Composite  
7. ENTER BUTTON  
When an item is highlighted on the OSD, press ENTER to select it.  
8. DOWN BUTTON  
Use to direct-select aspect ratios or move the menu cursor down in the OSD. When  
no menu is present on-screen, the DOWN button toggles through the different aspect  
ratios, in this order:  
Cinema - VirtualWide - Letterbox - Standard (4:3) - Anamorphic  
9. RIGHT BUTTON  
Used to direct-select inputs or move the menu cursor right in the OSD. When no  
menu is present on-screen, the RIGHT button toggles through the different sources,  
in this order:  
Composite - S-Video 1 - S-Video 2 - Component SD - HD/RGB 1 - HD/RGB 2 - DVI 1  
- DVI 2 - HD Pass Thru 1 - HD Pass Thru 2  
10. MENU BUTTON  
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.  
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Figure 2-6 shows the rear connector panel on the DHD Controller.  
2.3  
DHD Controller Rear  
Panel  
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SYSTEM CONTROL INTERFACE  
CAUTION  
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK  
DO NOT OPEN  
Serial No  
INPUTS  
B/Pb  
!
R/Pr  
G/Y  
H
V
AVIS: RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE-NE PAS OUVRIR  
TRIGGERS  
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC  
SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER. NO USER-  
SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING  
TO QUALIFIED SERVICE CENTER.  
Runco International  
Union City, CA  
HD1  
HD2  
1
2
3
IR  
Model  
OUTPUTS  
R/Pr  
G/Y  
B/Pb  
Video Processor / Controller  
WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE  
OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE  
THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.  
R/Pr  
G/Y  
B/Pb  
H
V
SDI  
Pb  
Pr  
Y
S-Video 1  
100-230VAC 50-60 Hz, 165 Watts Max  
Made In USA  
H
V
H/V  
DVI Out  
DVI 1  
DVI 2  
Option  
Component Video  
Video  
S-Video 2 RS-232 Out  
RS-232 Control  
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2
3
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11  
12  
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13  
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Figure 2-6. DHD Controller Rear Panel  
Outputs  
Inputs  
1. ANALOG OUTPUTS (RGBHV)  
Connect these to the ANALOG RGB IN input of the PlasmaWall, using a  
5 x BNC-to-VGA breakout cable.  
2. DVI OUT  
Connect this to the DIGITAL RGB (DVI-D) input on the PlasmaWall.  
3. DVI 1 / DVI 2 (Digital)  
Two, HDCP-compliant digital video inputs for connecting a DVD player or HD tuner  
with 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 DHD Controller automatically detects the signal  
format: RGB(HV) or YPrPb, 480p, 720p, 480i, 576i or 1080i.  
5. COMPONENT VIDEO (RCA connectors)  
Standard Definition (480i/576i) Component (YPrPb) input. This is the input for  
component video from sources such as DVD players.  
For best results, do not run your DVD player in progressive mode.  
Tip  
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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 PlasmaWall, 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  
When an external remote control or infrared receiver is connected  
to the wired IR input, the IR sensor on the front of the DHD  
Controller is disabled.  
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 DHD 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 DHD Controller.  
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Figure 2-7 shows the DHD Controller remote control, and the paragraphs that follow  
describe its functionality.  
2.4  
DHD Controller  
Remote Control  
2
1
3
4
6
5
8
7
10  
11  
9
12  
13  
Figure 2-7. DHD 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. ON / OFF  
Press to turn the PlasmaWall on or off.  
3. ENTER  
Press to select a highlighted menu item or confirm a changed setting.  
4. Cursor Keys (  
,
,
,
)
Use these buttons to select items or settings, adjust settings or switch display  
patterns.  
When no menus are present on-screen, the UP and DOWN buttons toggle through  
the available aspect ratios, in this order:  
UP Button = Anamorphic - Standard (4:3) - Letterbox - VirtualWide - Cinema  
DOWN Button = Cinema - VirtualWide - Letterbox - Standard (4:3) - Anamorphic  
Likewise, the LEFT and RIGHT buttons toggle through the different source inputs, in  
this order:  
LEFT Button = HD Pass Thru 2 - HD Pass Thru 1 - 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 - HD Pass Thru 1 - HD Pass Thru 2  
5. LIGHT  
Press to illuminate the buttons.  
6. MENU  
Press this button to access the OSD controls, or to exit the current menu and return  
to the previous one.  
7. VIDEO (1)  
Press to select Composite video input as the source or to enter the numeric  
character “1.”  
8. COMP (Component) (2)  
Press to select Component SD (480i/576i) video input as the source or to enter the  
numeric character “2.”  
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Use the red buttons to select an aspect ratio directly or to enter numeric characters,  
as follows:  
ANA (Anamorphic) (3)  
For viewing 16:9 DVDs or HDTV programs in their native aspect ratio.  
4X3 (Standard 4:3) (6)  
Scales the input signal to fit 4:3 display mode in the center of the screen.  
LETBOX (Letterbox) (9)  
For viewing LaserDisc movies or non-anamorphic DVDs on a 16:9 screen.  
V-WIDE (VirtualWide)  
Enlarges a 4:3 image horizontally in a NON-linear fashion to fit 16:9 full screen display.  
CINEMA  
For viewing 2.35:1 source material on a 1.78:1 (16:9) screen. The upper and lower  
portions are masked.  
SVC  
Not used.  
10. S-VID 1 (4) / S-VID 2 (5) (S-Video)  
Press to select an S-Video input or to enter the numeric character “4” or “5.”  
11. HD 1 (7) / HD 2 (8)  
Press to select a HD (RGBHV or YPbPr component) input or to enter the numeric  
character “7” or “8.”  
12. DVI 1 / DVI 2 (0)  
Press to select a Digital Video input. Press DVI2 to enter the numeric character “0.”  
13. Memory Preset Buttons:  
ISF NIGHT  
Press to recall settings for the current input from the “ISF Night” memory preset.  
ISF DAY  
Press to recall settings for the current input from the “ISF Day” memory preset.  
CUST 1  
Press to recall settings for the current input from the “Custom 1” memory preset.  
CUST 2  
Press to recall settings for the current input from the “Custom 2” memory preset.  
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3. Installation  
To install batteries in the remote control:  
3.1  
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.  
• When installing batteries, make sure that the battery polarities are correct.  
• Do not mix an old battery with a new one or different types of batteries.  
Notes on 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 PlasmaWall within the ranges shown in  
Notes on Remote Control  
Operation  
Approx.  
7m/23ft  
Figure 3-1. Available Range of the Remote Control  
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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 surfaces.  
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.  
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Table 3-1 gives a quick overview of the PlasmaWall installation process. The sections  
following this one provide detailed instructions.  
3.2  
Quick Setup  
Installation should be performed by a qualified custom video  
installation specialist.  
Note  
Table 3-1. Installation Overview  
For Details, refer to  
Step  
Procedure  
page...  
1
2
3
4
Mount the PlasmaWall on a wall or table stand  
Connect the DHD Controller to the PlasmaWall  
Connect signal sources to the DHD Controller  
Connect external controller to DHD Controller RS-232 port  
(optional)  
5
6
Apply power to the PlasmaWall  
If using the PlasmaWall with a computer, adjust computer  
display properties  
7
Display calibration: adjust the following for each input;  
save settings when finished:  
• Aspect ratio  
• Brightness  
• Contrast  
• Color level  
• Tint  
• Sharpness  
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Proper installation of your PlasmaWall will ensure the highest possible picture quality.  
Whether you are installing the PlasmaWall temporarily or permanently, you should take the  
following into account to ensure that it performs optimally.  
3.3  
Installation  
Considerations  
High-Altitude Operation  
Due to the design of all plasma glass panels made by every manufacturer, and the  
interaction between ambient air pressure and the plasma gases contained inside of the  
panel, reliable operation of your plasma display cannot be assured during operation at  
certain high-altitude locations.  
Runco has found 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, Runco International makes no warranties or claims as to the reliable  
operation of the SP-42DHD 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 Runco  
technical support for further information.  
Mounting the PlasmaWall  
on a Wall or Table Stand  
To install the PlasmaWall, you will need either an optional table stand or wall-mounting kit.  
The PlasmaWall cannot be installed on its own.  
If you do decide to wall-mount the PlasmaWall, ensure that the wall-mount bracket is  
installed according to the instructions included with it. The wall must be capable of  
supporting a redundant weight factor three (3) times the weight of the display, or be  
reinforced.  
Runco recommends that this be done by a custom installation specialist.  
Use only a Runco-approved wall-mount kit or table stand that is  
specifically designed for your display.  
Note  
You can attach your optional mounts or stand to the PlasmaWall in either of two ways:  
• While it is upright.  
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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.  
In general, minimize or eliminate light sources directed at the display. Contrast ratio in your  
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.  
Ambient Light  
Ventilation  
If you are mounting the PlasmaWall in an enclosure, leave at least 2 inches (50 mm) of  
space on all sides between it and surrounding objects, as shown in Figure 3-2. This allows  
heat to disperse, maintaining the proper operating temperature.  
Wall  
50mm (2")  
50mm (2")  
Wall  
50mm (2")  
Figure 3-2. Ventilation Requirements for Enclosure Mounting  
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Other Considerations  
Other considerations and tips that can help improve your installation, avoid damage and  
prolong operating life:  
• Keep the ambient temperature constant and below 35°C (95°F). Keep the display away  
from heating and/or air conditioning vents. Changes in temperature may cause drifts in  
the display circuitry, which may affect performance.  
• Keep the PlasmaWall away from devices that radiate electromagnetic energy such as  
motors and transformers. Common sources of these include slide projectors,  
speakers, power amplifiers and elevators.  
• Handle the unit carefully when installing or carrying it. Use the built-in handles; DO NOT  
touch or hold the screen face.  
• Set the unit away from heat, excessive dust, and direct sunlight.  
• Protect the inside of the unit from liquids and small metal objects. In case of accident,  
unplug the power cord and have it serviced by an authorized Service Center.  
• Do not hit or scratch the panel surface as this causes flaws on the surface of the  
screen.  
• For correct installation and mounting it is strongly recommended to use a trained,  
authorized dealer.  
• To avoid sulfurization, it is strongly recommended not to place the unit in a dressing  
room in a public bath or hot spring bath.  
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Proceed as follows to connect the PlasmaWall to the DHD Controller, your video sources,  
external controller(s) – if present – and AC power.  
3.4  
Connections to the  
PlasmaWall and DHD  
Controller  
When connecting your equipment:  
• Turn off all equipment before making any connections.  
• Use the correct signal cables for each source.  
• Ensure that the cables are securely connected. Tighten the thumbscrews on  
connectors that have them.  
Connect the DHD Controller to the PlasmaWall as shown in Figure 3-3 and described in  
the sections that follow.  
Connecting the  
PlasmaWall to the DHD  
Controller  
DHD Controller  
SYSTEM CONTROL INTERFACE  
CAUTION  
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK  
DO NOT OPEN  
Serial No  
INPUTS  
!
R/Pr  
G/Y  
B/Pb  
H
V
AVIS: RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE-NE PAS OUVRIR  
TRIGGERS  
2
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC  
SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER. NO USER-  
SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING  
TO QUALIFIED SERVICE CENTER.  
Runco International  
Union City, CA  
HD1  
1
3
IR  
Model  
OUTPUTS  
G/Y  
HD2  
R/Pr  
B/Pb  
Video Processor / Controller  
WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE  
OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE  
THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.  
R/Pr  
G/Y  
B/Pb  
H
V
SDI  
Pb  
Pr  
Y
S-Video  
S-Video  
1
2
100-230VAC 50-60 Hz, 165 Watts Max  
Made In USA  
H
V
H/V  
DVI Out  
DVI  
1
DVI  
2
Option  
Component Video  
Video  
RS-232 Out  
RS-232 Control  
RGB-HV  
OUT  
DVI  
OUT  
RS-232  
OUT  
IN  
OUT  
OUTPUT INPUT1 INPUT2  
AUDIO AUDIO AUDIO  
INPUT1  
INPUT2  
ANALOG RGB OUT  
(D-Sub)  
ANALOG RGB IN  
(D-Sub)  
DIGITAL RGB  
(DVI-D)  
RS-232C  
COMBINATION  
RS-232C  
ANALOG  
RGB IN  
(INPUT 1)  
DIGITAL  
RGB  
(INPUT 2)  
Figure 3-3. Connecting the PlasmaWall to the DHD Controller  
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Digital Video Connection: The PlasmaWall has a DVI input, labeled DIGITAL RGB.  
Connect the DVI output from the DHD Controller to this input, using a standard DVI cable.  
RGBHV Connection: Connect the RGBHV output from the DHD Controller to the  
ANALOG RGB IN input on the PlasmaWall. Use a standard, RGBHV breakout cable with  
five BNC connectors at the DHD end and a 15-pin, D-sub male connector at the  
PlasmaWall end.  
RS-232 Connection: Connect the RS-232 output from the DHD Controller to the  
RS-232C input on the PlasmaWall. Use a standard, modular telephone cable with RJ11  
plugs at both ends. On the PlasmaWall end, use the provided RJ11-to-DB9 adapter. This  
adapter is wired as shown in Figure 3-4.  
XMT DATA  
RCV DATA  
SIG GND  
RCV DATA  
XMT DATA  
3
2
5
4
3
PlasmaWall  
1
5
SIG GND  
2, 5  
To/From  
DHD  
Controller  
6
9
REQUEST TO SEND  
CLEAR TO SEND  
8
7
RS-232C  
NO CONNECTION  
1, 6  
1, 9  
DB-9 Female  
RJ-11 Male  
Figure 3-4. RS-232 Connection from the DHD Controller to the PlasmaWall  
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Connect your video sources to the DHD Controller as shown and described in the  
sections that follow.  
Connecting Source  
Components to the DHD  
Controller  
DVI Connections: See Figure 3-5.  
Use the DVI inputs whenever possible. This ensures the highest  
Tip  
video quality because the signal is carried in the digital domain  
throughout the entire signal path, from source component output  
into the display.  
INPUTS  
R/Pr  
G/Y  
B/Pb  
H
V
TRIGGERS  
2
HD1  
HD2  
1
3
IR  
R/Pr  
G/Y  
B/Pb  
H
V
Pb  
Pr  
Y
S-Video 1  
DVI 1  
DVI 2  
Component Video  
Video  
S-Video 2  
DVI Source  
(DVD Player or  
HD Tuner with  
HDMI or DVI out)  
Figure 3-5. DVI Source Connections  
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Digital (DTV) RGB Connections: See Figure 3-6.  
INPUTS  
R/Pr  
G/Y  
B/Pb  
H
V
TRIGGERS  
2
HD1  
HD2  
1
3
R/Pr  
G/Y  
B/Pb  
H
V
S-Video 1  
Pb  
Pr  
Y
Video  
S-Video 2  
DVI 1  
DVI 2  
Component Video  
Red/Pr Green/Y Blue/Pb  
Horiz  
Vert  
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.  
Note  
a list of computer signals compatible with the PlasmaWall. Use  
with signals other than those listed may cause some functions not  
to work.  
2. Some Macintosh computers may require a Macintosh video  
adapter. Contact your nearest authorized service center or dealer.  
INPUTS  
R/Pr  
G/Y  
B/Pb  
H
V
TRIGGERS  
2
HD1  
HD2  
1
3
R/Pr  
G/Y  
B/Pb  
H
V
S-Video 1  
Pb  
Pr  
Component Video  
Y
Video  
S-Video 2  
DVI 1  
DVI 2  
Red Green Blue Horiz Vert  
Personal Computer  
Figure 3-7. Analog RGB Connections  
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Composite/S-Video/Component Video Connections: See Figure 3-8.  
INPUTS  
R/Pr  
G/Y  
B/Pb  
H
V
TRIGGERS  
2
HD1  
HD2  
1
3
R/Pr  
G/Y  
B/Pb  
H
V
S-Video 1  
Pb  
Pr  
Component Video  
Y
Video  
S-Video 2  
DVI 1  
DVI 2  
Pb Pr  
Y
DVD Player, VCR,  
Satellite Receiver,  
Laser Disc etc.  
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 DHD Controller; see Figure 3-9.  
RS-232 Controller  
Connection  
For more information about using this connection, refer to Serial Communications on  
5
4
3
1
2
TRIGGERS  
2
6
9
8
7
1
3
IR  
Pb  
Pr  
Y
S-Video 1  
2 Transmit Data  
3 Receive Data  
5 Ground  
Component Video  
Video  
S-Video 2 RS-232 Out  
RS-232 Control  
(none of the other pins are used)  
to Automation/  
Control System  
or PC  
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.  
Connecting 12-Volt  
Trigger Outputs to  
External Equipment  
TRIGGERS  
1
2
3
IR  
Pb  
Pr  
Y
S-Video 1  
Component Video  
Video  
S-Video 2 RS-232 Out  
RS-232 Control  
3.5-mm  
mini plug  
to 12-Volt  
trigger-activated  
equipment  
Sleeve = Ground  
Tip = +12V  
Figure 3-10. Connecting 12-Volt Trigger Outputs  
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Cable Management  
To minimize cable clutter, you can use the cable ties provided with the PlasmaWall to  
bundle the video, control and power cables at the back of the display. Install the cable ties  
as shown in Figure 3-11. Cables can be routed to the right or left.  
Do not allow excessive stress to be placed on the ends of cables.  
Note  
* As viewed from the rear of the display.  
Figure 3-11. Installing the Cable Ties  
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4. Operation  
1. Turn on your source components.  
4.1  
Turning on the Power  
2. Plug the female end of the power cord into  
the AC receptacle on the rear of the  
PlasmaWall. Connect the other end to your  
AC power source.  
3. Similarly connect the DHD Controller to a  
nearby AC outlet.  
4. Set the main power switch at the rear of the PlasmaWall (see Figure 2-2) to the “on”  
position. Its power indicator lights red.  
5. Set the main power switch at the rear of the DHD Controller (see Figure 2-6) to the “on”  
position.  
6. Press the ON button on the remote control to  
turn on the DHD Controller and PlasmaWall (or  
press the power button on the front of the DHD  
Controller). The power indicator on the DHD  
Controller lights solid blue.  
7. After a brief warm-up period (approximately 10  
seconds), the PlasmaWall will display an image.  
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By default, the PlasmaWall is configured to display the signal received on its RGBHV  
(ANALOG RGB IN) input. To use the DVI-D (DIGITAL RGB) input instead:  
4.2  
Selecting the Input  
Source  
1. Press MENU and enter the Service Menu passcode.  
You must enter a passcode to access the Service menu.  
Note  
2. Select Service from the Main Menu.  
3. Select Display Device from the Service Menu.  
4. Press  
to select DVI/HDMI, then press ENTER.  
To maximize image quality when using the PlasmaWall with a personal computer, you  
may need to adjust the display properties of your computer’s video card. To do this on a  
Microsoft® Windows®-based PC:  
4.3  
Setting the Computer  
Display Properties  
1. Choose Settings from the Windows Start  
Menu and click on “Control Panel.”  
2. Double click on the Display icon.  
3. Click the Settings tab on the display dialog  
box.  
4. Adjust the resolution to 1024x768 pixels.  
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5. Click the Advanced button and click the  
Monitor tab on the dialog box. Set the  
vertical frequency to 60Hz and click OK.  
1. The native resolution of the SP-42DHD is 1024 x 768; the native  
Note  
resolution of the SP-50DHD and SP-60DHD 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  
DHD Controller to HD Pass Thru 1 or HD Pass Thru 2, depending  
on which RGB/HD input you are using.  
To prevent image retention (burn) on your display, ALWAYS use a  
screen saver and set it to the shortest possible time.  
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Press the MENU button on either the remote control or the DHD Controller front panel to  
display the Main Menu. To select a menu item, use the UP ( ) and DOWN ( ) buttons  
on either the remote control or the DHD Controller front panel to highlight it. Press ENTER  
4.4  
Using the On-Screen  
Menus  
to confirm your selection.  
The PlasmaWall OSD menus are arranged hierarchically, as shown in Figure 4-1.  
Depending on the selected input source and signal characteristics, some menu options  
may not be available.  
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Composite  
S-Video 1  
S-Video 2  
Component SD  
HD/RGB 1  
HD/RGB 2  
DVI 1  
Gain  
Offset  
Color Temp.  
ISF Night - Display Color  
(available only when  
Display Device Input  
Source = RGB)  
Input Source  
Brightness  
Contrast  
Color  
DVI 2  
ISF Night - Input Image  
ISF Night - Input Color  
HD Pass Thru 1/  
HD Pass Thru 2  
(available only when Display Device  
Input Source = RGB)  
Tint  
Sharpness  
Gain  
Anamorphic  
Standard 4:3  
Letterbox  
Offset  
Chroma Delay  
Phase  
Aspect Ratio  
Picture  
VirtualWide  
Cinema  
Noise Filter  
Gain  
Brightness  
Offset  
Contrast  
Color Temp.  
ISF Day - Display Color  
ISF Day - Input Image  
(available only when  
Display Device Input  
Source = RGB)  
Color  
Tint  
Sharpness  
Calibration  
Brightness  
Contrast  
Color  
Left/Right  
Up/Down  
Width  
Input Position  
ISF Presets  
Tint  
Height  
Sharpness  
Gain  
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  
Offset  
ISF Day - Input Color  
Save ISF Settings  
Output Shift  
Chroma Delay  
Phase  
Noise Filter  
Back / Confirm  
Left/Right  
Up/Down  
Width  
Information  
Firmware  
(read-only)  
Date  
Height  
Save  
Owner Name  
ISF Calibrated  
ISF Other  
Splash Enable  
Grey Bars 1  
Grey Bars 2  
Splash Configure  
OSD Position  
Test Video  
Color Bars 1  
Color Bars 2  
Input Names  
Rename, Restore or Save  
Primary  
Remote Control  
Analog Out Mode  
Secondary  
RGB--, RGB++ or RGBS  
Input Source  
RGB or DVI/HDMI  
Left/Right  
Up/Down  
Width  
Display Device  
Configure  
Height  
Service  
HD/RGB 1  
Auto, RGB or YUV  
HD/RGB 2  
HD Format  
Triggers  
ADC Bandwidth  
YPbPr Input Resolution  
1 / 2 / 3 / Save  
Language  
Auto, 75 MHz, 150 MHz or 300 MHz  
Auto, 480i/p, 576i/p, 720p or 1080i  
(currently, English only)  
Menu Mode  
Miscellaneous  
Timeout  
Side Bar Color  
Film Mode (SD src. only)  
800x600 ... 1400x1050  
480p ... 720p ... 1080i  
Resolution  
System Reset  
Restore Saved Settings  
Figure 4-1. DHD Controller OSD Menu Structure for PlasmaWall  
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Main Menu  
The Main Menu is the starting point for accessing all display functions.  
(The Calibration and Service menus are hidden and not accessible until you enter a  
passcode.)  
Runco Video  
Input Source  
Aspect Ratio  
Picture  
Input Position  
ISF Presets  
Information  
Calibration  
Service  
Input Source  
From the Main Menu, select Input Source to choose a video signal source.  
The active source is indicated by an arrow (>) to its left; in the example at left, Composite  
is the active source.  
Input Source  
Composite  
>
S-Video 1  
1. HD Pass Thru 1 and HD Pass Thru 2 are available only when the  
Display Device Input Source is set to RGB; refer to Display  
S-Video 2  
Note  
Component SD  
HD/RGB 1  
HD/RGB 2  
DVI 1  
2. Selecting HD Pass Thru 1 or HD Pass Thru 2 loops the  
HD/RGB 1 or HD/RGB 2 input signal respectively to the RGB  
output. This prevents display of the on-screen menus. To switch  
from HD Pass Thru 1 or 2 to another source, use the direct  
access buttons on the remote control, or the left- or right-arrow  
buttons on the DHD Controller.  
DVI 2  
HD Pass Thru 1  
HD Pass Thru 2  
3. If the DVI 1 or DVI 2 input is active and the input signal is  
HDCP-encrypted, the RGBHV output of the DHD Controller is  
disabled.  
Aspect Ratio  
To change the aspect ratio (size and shape) of the projected image, select Aspect Ratio  
from the Main Menu and press ENTER. Select the appropriate aspect ratio for your  
screen size and the type of program material being viewed; refer to Table 4-1.  
Aspect Ratio  
Anamorphic  
7
The currently-selected aspect ratio is indicated by a “7” to its left; in the example at left,  
Anamorphic is selected.  
Standard 4:3  
Letterbox  
VirtualWide  
Cinema  
The aspect ratio selection is automatically saved for each input and  
Note  
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Table 4-1. Aspect Ratio Settings  
Remote  
Aspect Ratio  
Control  
Key  
Description  
16:9  
ANA  
Select 16:9 (Anamorphic) to  
(Anamorphic)  
view 16:9 DVDs and HDTV  
programs in their native aspect  
ratio.  
16:9 Image on  
16:9 Screen (Display)  
4:3 images are stretched hori-  
zontally to fit a 16:9 screen.  
4:3 Image, stretched to fill  
16:9 Screen (Display)  
Standard 4:3  
4X3  
Standard 4:3 scales the input  
signal to fit in the center of the  
16:9 screen. 4:3 is the aspect  
ratio used by computer  
4:3 Image on  
16:9 Screen (Display)  
monitors, standard television  
programming and most VHS  
video cassettes.  
Letterbox  
LET  
BOX  
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.  
4:3 Image on  
16:9 Display  
(Letterbox aspect ratio)  
VirtualWide  
V-WIDE  
VirtualWide scales a 4:3 image  
NON-linearly (more on the sides  
than in the center) to fit a 16:9  
screen.  
4:3 Image on  
16:9 Screen  
with VirtualWide  
Cinema  
CINEMA  
Select Cinema to view 2.35:1  
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.  
2.35:1 Image on  
16:9 Screen  
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Picture  
Use the controls in the Picture Menu to calibrate your PlasmaWall for optimum picture  
quality.  
Picture  
The PlasmaWall has been designed to incorporate setup and calibration standards  
established by the Imaging Science Foundation (ISF). The ISF has developed carefully  
crafted, industry-recognized standards for optimal video performance and has  
implemented a training program for technicians and installers to use these standards to  
obtain optimal picture quality from Runco video display devices. Accordingly, Runco  
recommends that setup and calibration be performed by an ISF-certified installation  
technician.  
Brightness  
Contrast  
Color  
Tint  
Sharpness  
All signal types require separate processing. Therefore, you need to calibrate each DHD  
Controller input separately.  
When you change a picture quality setting, save the change to a  
Note  
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  
Although it may be possible to obtain satisfactory picture quality using the naked eye and  
regular program material, Runco recommends using the following calibration tools for best  
results:  
• External test pattern source – Ovation Multimedia, Video Essentials or AVIA test DVD  
(or equivalent).  
• A blue filter (provided with many test DVDs), for color level and tint adjustments.  
Connect your test pattern source to the input that you are calibrating and proceed as  
follows. Perform the adjustments in the order listed here.  
Brightness: On your external test pattern source, select a PLUGE pattern. (PLUGE is an  
acronym for “Picture Line-Up Generation Equipment.”) Figure 4-2 shows a typical PLUGE  
pattern.  
Below Black  
Above Black  
Figure 4-2. Typical PLUGE Pattern for Adjusting Brightness  
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PLUGE patterns vary but generally consist of some combination of black, white and gray  
areas against a black background. The example above includes two vertical bars and four  
shaded boxes.  
Select Brightness from the Picture menu and press ENTER. Adjust the brightness so that:  
• The darkest black bars disappear into the background.  
• The dark gray areas are barely visible.  
• The lighter gray areas are clearly visible.  
• The white areas are a comfortable level of true white.  
• The image contains only black, gray and white (no color).  
Contrast: On your external test pattern source, select a stepped, gray-bar pattern like the  
one shown in Figure 4-3.  
Figure 4-3. Typical Gray Bar Pattern for Adjusting Contrast  
Select Contrast and press ENTER. Adjust the contrast to a point just below which the  
white rectangle starts to increase in size.  
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.  
Note  
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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.  
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:  
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.  
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.  
Note  
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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 Figure 4-5. Adjust as needed,  
looking for white edges around the transitions from black to gray and differently-sized lines  
in the “sweep” patterns at the top and bottom. Lower the sharpness setting to eliminate  
them.  
Figure 4-5. Typical Test Pattern for Adjusting Sharpness  
Use the controls in the Input Position Menu to fine-tune the aspect ratio and image  
position for the current source.  
Input Position  
Input Position  
Left/Right  
The input position settings are automatically saved for each input  
and resolution.  
Up/Down  
Width  
Note  
Height  
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.  
Overscan  
Up/Down: Select Up/Down from the Input Position menu to shift the projected image  
vertically. Use the right or up cursor button to shift the image upward; use the left or down  
button to shift it downward.  
Width: Select Width from the Input Position menu to change the projected image width.  
Use the right or up cursor button to increase the width; use the left or down button to  
decrease it.  
Height: Select Height from the Input Position menu to change the projected image  
height. Use the right or up cursor button to increase the height; use the left or down  
button to decrease it.  
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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 PlasmaWall lets you save image quality settings as presets that you  
can recall at a later time. You can create up to four presets per input and resolution. Use  
the ISF Presets menu to recall saved image presets, or to save image settings in the  
“Custom 1” or “Custom 2” memory location. The currently-selected preset is indicated by  
a “7” to its left; in the example shown here, ISF Night is selected.  
ISF Presets  
ISF Night  
7
ISF Day  
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:  
Custom 1  
Custom 2  
Save  
Save  
• Brightness  
• Contrast  
Factory Default  
• Color saturation  
• Tint  
• Sharpness  
To reset the Custom 1 and Custom 2 image presets to their factory defaults, select  
Factory Default and press ENTER.  
Information  
Select Information from the Main Menu to see information that uniquely identifies your  
display: its serial number, the installed hardware and firmware versions and the firmware  
version build date. Should you ever need to contact Runco Technical Support, this  
information will help them answer your questions or resolve product performance issues.  
Information  
Serial Number  
Hardware  
Firmware  
Date  
0
0002.034B  
Nov 25 2006  
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Use the Calibration menu to perform advanced picture quality adjustments. This menu  
should be used by ISF-certified technicians only.  
Calibration  
Calibration  
ISF Night  
You must enter a passcode to access the Calibration menu.  
Note  
Display Color  
Input Image  
Input Color  
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 Day  
Display Color  
Input Image  
Input Color  
ISF Night - Display Color: Use the Display Color settings to adjust the color balance at  
the display device (as opposed to the DHD Controller). These settings are saved  
independently for each input.  
Save ISF Settings  
Output Shift  
Splash Configure  
OSD Position  
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.  
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 DHD 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 System Reset, you can restore the saved ISF settings by selecting  
are described on page 47.)  
Output Shift: The controls in the Output Shift menu are similar to those in the Input  
Position menu, except that they change the characteristics of the output signal. These  
settings are saved independently for each aspect ratio.  
Splash Configure: Use the Splash Configure menu to customize the appearance of the  
start-up message that appears on the vacuum fluorescent display upon power-up. You  
can have the PlasmaWall display the owner’s name, your name, the phrase “ISF  
Calibrated” and/or any other string, up to 20 characters in length.  
Use the up or down cursor button to select a character. Use the right and left cursor  
buttons to change the cursor position. Press MENU when you have finished entering text.  
Then, check the “Splash Enable” box to have the PlasmaWall display the information you  
enter here when it is turned on.  
OSD Position: Select OSD Position, press ENTER and use the arrow buttons to change  
the size and position of the OSD controls.  
Service  
Use the Service menu to access advanced display configuration settings. This menu  
should be used by ISF-certified technicians only.  
Service  
Test Video  
You must enter a passcode to access the Service menu.  
Note  
Input Names  
Remote Control  
Analog Out Mode  
Display Device  
HD Format  
Test Video: Select Test Video from the Service Menu to access the internal test patterns  
on the PlasmaWall. Four patterns are available, consisting of white/gray or colored bars.  
These are useful for calibrating other theater source components (DVD player, HD tuner  
etc.) that have their own picture controls.  
Triggers  
Miscellaneous  
Resolution  
Press MENU to exit test pattern mode.  
System Reset  
Restore Saved Settings  
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Input Names: You can give each DHD Controller input a descriptive name. For example,  
you may want to change the default input name to the type of source component  
connected to it: “VCR,” “DVD,” “Laptop” et cetera. Composite, S-Video and Component  
SD input names can be up to 12 characters long; the others can be up to eight characters  
long.  
Input Names  
Restore  
Composite  
S-Video 1  
S-Video 2  
Composite  
S-Video 1  
S-Video 2  
To edit an input name, select Input Names from the Service menu. Press or to select  
an input and press ENTER. Use the  
to select a character to change. When you have finished editing the input name, press  
MENU.  
or  
buttons to change a character; press  
or  
Component SD Component SD  
HD/RGB 1  
HD/RGB 2  
DVI 1  
HD/RGB 1  
HD/RGB 2  
DVI 1  
To restore the default input name, press  
“Restore” column. Then, press ENTER.  
repeatedly to highlight that input name in the  
DVI 2  
DVI 2  
Save  
To save input names so that they can be restored after a System Reset (described on  
page 47), press  
repeatedly to highlight “Save.” Then, press ENTER.  
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.  
Note  
Remote Control: The Remote Control menu shows you the primary and secondary  
infrared (IR) codes to which the DHD Controller will respond. By default, both are set to  
17. You can change these codes if either:  
• Another device in the theater (a DVD player, for example) is responding to commands  
from the DHD Controller remote control (Figure 2-7) in ways that are unpredictable or  
undesirable.  
• You have multiple DHD Controllers and want to control them independently, as  
opposed to broadcasting commands from a single remote to all of them. In this  
scenario, you can use multiple remotes programmed to use different IR codes. Or, you  
can use a single remote and change the IR code as needed to address a specific  
device.  
Use the DHD Controller front-panel keypad to change its IR code.  
Then, change the code sent by the remote to match as described  
below.  
Tip  
Do not change the “Type” setting in this menu.  
Note  
When you change a remote code on the DHD Controller, you must re-program your  
remote control to send that same code. To do this:  
1. Using a straightened paper clip or similar object, press and hold the  
CODE button on the remote control for approximately three  
seconds, or until the red LED on the remote lights solid red.  
2. Enter a new two-digit code between 00 and 31 inclusive. Include a  
leading zero for single-digit codes; for example, enter 9 as “09.”  
3. The LED turns off to confirm the code change. If you enter an invalid code, the LED  
flashes for three or four seconds. Try again, entering a valid code.  
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Analog Out Mode: Select Analog Out Mode from the Service menu to change the  
characteristics of the analog output signal from the DHD Controller. The choices are  
RGB-- (separate sync with negative polarity), RGB++ (separate sync with positive polarity)  
or RGBS (composite sync).  
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  
DHD Controller output/PlasmaWall input to the other. Use the  
or  
button to select  
RGB or DVI/HDMI, then press ENTER.  
If the DVI 1 or DVI 2 DHD Controller input is active and the input signal is  
HDCP-encrypted, the RGBHV output of the DHD Controller is disabled.  
Note  
Tip  
Use the serial command DISPLAY 1or DISPLAY 2to set the Input  
Source to RGB or DVI/HDMI respectively, so that the DHD Controller  
retains this setting after a System Reset. (This is not the case when you  
change the Input Source in the Display Device menu.) For more  
information, refer to Miscellaneous Commands on page 57.  
• 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 image position.  
• Select Width or Height and use the  
or  
buttons to fine-tune the display device  
aspect ratio.  
HD Format: If the characteristics of the incoming signal on the HD1 or HD2 inputs are  
known, select HD Format from the Service menu and set them as described below. Doing  
so can reduce the time it takes the DHD Controller to switch from HD to 480i signals or  
vice versa.  
This is generally not necessary unless the DHD Controller – for whatever reason – has  
difficulty determining the color space (RGB or YUV), bandwidth or resolution of the  
incoming HD signal. In most situations, the Auto settings work well.  
• HD/RGB 1 and HD/RGB 2 (Color Space): Select Auto, RGB or YUV.  
• ADC Bandwidth: Select Auto, 75 MHz, 150 MHz or 300 MHz.  
• YPbPr Input Resolution: Select Auto or specify the input resolution, if known: 480i,  
480p, 576i, 576p, 720p or 1080i.  
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 PlasmaWall detects the proper  
“pull-down” rate and vertical frequency. However, if your source is jittery and/or tearing  
you may wish to enable Film Mode to ensure stable processing for that source.  
Resolution: The DHD Controller defaults to an output resolution of 720p. When using the  
PlasmaWall with a computer or certain HD sources, you may want to force the DHD  
Controller to use a different output resolution. If so, select Resolution from the Service  
menu and choose one. Then, press ENTER to confirm.  
System Reset: To reset ALL DHD Controller settings (including image settings) back to  
their factory defaults, choose System Reset from the Service menu.  
A confirmation message appears, reminding you to save your settings before you perform  
the reset, so that you can restore them afterwards. If you have done this, select Confirm to  
continue with the reset. Otherwise, click Back to cancel.  
This action is not undoable. Proceed with caution! Before you  
perform a System Reset, save ALL settings, including “Custom” ISF  
Caution  
Presets (page 42), ISF Day/Night presets (page 42), Output Shift  
settings (page 44), Input Names (page 45) and Trigger settings  
(page 46).  
Restore Saved Settings: Following a System Reset, select Restore Saved Settings to  
apply all previously-saved settings to the PlasmaWall and DHD Controller.  
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Regular cleaning will extend the life and performance of the PlasmaWall. Before cleaning,  
be sure to unplug the power cord from the power outlet.  
5.1  
Cleaning  
Do not under any circumstances use solvents such as benzene or thinner to clean the  
PlasmaWall. Doing so may cause deterioration or peeling of paint from the display or  
remote control unit.  
Cleaning the Display  
Panel Body and Remote  
Control  
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.  
After dusting, wipe the screen gently using the supplied cleaning cloth or another 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.  
Cleaning the Screen  
Cleaning the Vents  
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.  
As a general rule, use a vacuum cleaner about once a month to clean the vents on the  
rear panel of the display of dust buildup (set the vacuum cleaner to its weakest setting  
when doing this). If not removed, accumulated dust can cause the internal temperature to  
increase, resulting in possible breakdown or fire.  
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Table 5-1 provides some general guidelines for troubleshooting problems you may  
encounter with the PlasmaWall. If the suggested solutions fail to resolve the problem or if  
you encounter an issue not described here, please contact your Runco dealer or Runco  
Technical Support.  
5.2  
Troubleshooting Tips  
Table 5-1. Troubleshooting Chart  
Symptom  
Possible Cause(s)  
Solution  
The display does not turn on  
after initial installation.  
• The PlasmaWall is not  
plugged in or the AC outlet  
is not active.  
• Ensure that the  
PlasmaWall is plugged in  
and that the AC outlet is  
active.  
• The DHD Controller is not  
plugged in or the AC outlet  
is not active.  
• Ensure that the DHD  
Controller is plugged in  
and that the AC outlet is  
active.  
• The remote control  
• Replace the batteries.  
batteries have run out.  
• The serial connection from  
the DHD Controller to the  
PlasmaWall is incorrect.  
• Ensure that the RS-232  
output from the DHD  
Controller is properly  
connected to the RS-232C  
input on the PlasmaWall  
(see Figure 3-3).  
The PlasmaWall and DHD  
Controller are both on, but  
there is no picture and  
on-screen menus do not  
appear.  
• Faulty or incorrect video  
connection between the  
DHD Controller and the  
PlasmaWall.  
• Ensure that the DVI and/or  
RGBHV outputs from the  
DHD Controller are  
properly connected to the  
video inputs on the  
PlasmaWall (see Figure  
3-3).  
• Incorrect input source  
selection.  
• Choose the correct input  
source on the display (refer  
• Display Device input  
source is set to RGB, DHD  
Controller input is set to  
DVI 1 or DVI 2 and DVI  
source is  
• Set the Display Device  
input source to DVI/HDMI  
or use a different input on  
the DHD Controller for the  
encrypted source material.  
HDCP-encrypted.  
The display is on and menus  
appear, but there is no  
picture.  
• Incorrect source selection.  
• Source component is not  
turned on.  
• Select the correct source.  
• Turn on the source  
component.  
• Source component is  
connected incorrectly or  
not at all.  
• Check connections from  
source component to DHD  
Controller.  
Image is too bright and/or  
lacks definition in the bright  
areas of the image.  
• Contrast is set too high.  
• Lower the contrast setting.  
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Table 5-1. Troubleshooting Chart (continued)  
Symptom  
Possible Cause(s)  
Solution  
Image appears “washed out”  
and/or dark areas appear too  
bright.  
• Brightness is set too high.  
• Lower the brightness  
setting.  
Colors in the image are  
swapped; for example, reds  
appear blue or vice versa.  
• The Red/Pr, Green/Y or  
Blue/Pb outputs from the  
source are connected to  
the wrong inputs on the  
DHD Controller.  
• Ensure that the source  
outputs are connected to  
the correct DHD Controller  
input.  
• The Red, Green or Blue  
(analog) outputs from the  
DHD Controller are  
• Ensure that the DHD  
Controller outputs are  
connected to the correct  
inputs on the PlasmaWall.  
connected to the wrong  
inputs on the PlasmaWall.  
RGB-HD images appear  
“noisy.”  
• Clock and Phase settings  
need adjustment.  
• Adjust Clock and Phase  
settings (refer to ISF Night  
page 43).  
“Out of range” appears  
on-screen.  
• The resolution and  
frequency of the video  
card in the computer are  
not compatible with the  
PlasmaWall.  
• Select a compatible  
resolution and vertical  
frequency (refer to  
Computer/Video Signal  
Compatibility on  
page 64).  
The image is too large or too  
small.  
• Image size needs  
adjusting.  
• Adjust the image size (refer  
page 41).  
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6. Serial Communications  
To interface the PlasmaWall with a home theater automation/control system or a PC  
6.1  
running terminal emulation software, connect it to the RS-232 output of the DHD  
Controller as shown in Figure 3-3. Connect your control system or PC to the RS-232 input  
of the DHD Controller as shown in Figure 3-9.  
RS-232 Connection  
and Port Configuration  
Configure the RS-232 controller or PC serial port as follows: no parity, eight (8) data bits,  
one (1) stop bit and no flow control. Set the baud rate to 19200, to match that of the DHD  
Controller RS-232 port.  
Serial commands to the DHD Controller take the following form:  
• Commands are not case-sensitive.  
6.2  
Serial Command  
Syntax  
• 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 <Enter>.  
• 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 -10 <Enter>or  
BRIGHTNESS,-10 <Enter>.  
• You can also send a string of multiple commands on a single line, separated by  
commas. For example, COMPOSITE,BRIGHTNESS 100,ANAMORPHIC <Enter>  
switches to 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.  
Avoid combining the ONor POWER 1commands with other commands  
Note  
on a single line. After sending ONor POWER 1, allow at least five (5)  
seconds for the DHD Controller to power up. If you have enabled the  
ISF splash screen (refer to Splash Configure on page 44), allow 15  
seconds for the DHD Controller to power up.  
Once it does, it will accept and properly execute multiple serial  
commands.  
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Table 6-1 lists the RS-232 command set. The “Parameter (min/max)” column shows the  
valid parameter ranges, or “NA” for commands that take no parameters.  
When you enter a valid command, the DHD Controller executes it and acknowledges it  
with a plus sign on the command line (+ >). When you enter an invalid command – one  
that is misspelled or followed by values outside the valid range for that command – the  
DHD Controller ignores it and returns a minus sign (- >).  
Table 6-1. Serial Commands  
Parameter  
(min/max)  
Value  
Stored?  
Command  
Description  
Power On/Off Commands  
OFF  
NA  
NA  
0/1  
NA  
NA  
NA  
NA  
NA  
Turns system off  
Turns system on  
ON  
POWER  
POWER?  
Turns system on or off (toggles on/off state)  
Returns power status  
Input Selection Commands  
COMPONENT  
COMPOSITE  
DVI1  
NA  
NA  
NA  
NA  
NA  
NA  
NA  
NA  
NA  
NA  
NA  
YES  
YES  
YES  
YES  
YES  
YES  
YES  
YES  
NA  
Selects the Component input  
Selects the Composite video input  
Selects the DVI 1 input  
DVI2  
Selects the DVI 2 input  
HD1  
Selects the RGB HD 1 input  
Selects the RGB HD 2 input  
Loops HD1 input to RGBHV output  
Loops HD2 input to RGBHV output  
Returns active input  
HD2  
HD1PASS  
HD2PASS  
INPUT?  
SVIDEO1  
SVIDEO2  
YES  
YES  
Selects the S-Video 1 input  
Selects the S-Video 2 input  
Aspect Ratio Commands  
ANAMORPHIC  
ASPECT?  
NA  
NA  
NA  
NA  
NA  
NA  
NA  
NA  
YES  
NA  
Selects the Anamorphic aspect ratio  
Returns current aspect ratio  
ASPECTIN?  
ASPECTOUT?  
CINEMA  
NA  
Returns the input source aspect ratio  
Returns output screen size  
NA  
YES  
YES  
YES  
YES  
Selects the Cinema aspect ratio  
Selects the Letterbox aspect ratio  
Selects the Standard (4:3) aspect ratio  
Selects the VirtualWide aspect ratio  
LETTERBOX  
STANDARD  
VIRTUALWIDE  
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Table 6-1. Serial Commands (continued)  
Parameter  
(min/max)  
Value  
Stored?  
Command  
Description  
Picture Adjust Commands  
BRIGHTNESS  
BRIGHTNESS?  
CHROMADELAY  
-100/100  
NA  
YES  
NA  
Sets a value for brightness  
Returns brightness setting value  
Sets a value for input color chroma delay  
Returns input color chroma delay setting  
Sets a value for color  
-12/12  
YES  
NA  
CHROMADELAY? NA  
COLOR  
-100/100  
YES  
NA  
COLOR?  
CONTRAST  
CONTRAST?  
FILMMODE  
FILMMODE?  
FILTER  
NA  
Returns color setting value  
-100/100  
NA  
YES  
NA  
Sets a value for contrast  
Returns contrast setting value  
Sets Film Mode off (0) or on (1)  
Returns Film Mode setting (0 = off; 1 = on)  
Sets a value for input color noise filter  
Returns input color noise filter setting  
Adjusts phase  
0/1  
YES  
NA  
NA  
0/15  
NA  
YES  
NA  
FILTER?  
PHASE  
0/3  
YES  
NA  
PHASE?  
NA  
Returns phase setting value  
Sets a value for sharpness  
SHARPNESS  
SHARPNESS?  
TINT  
-6/6  
NA  
YES  
NA  
Returns sharpness setting value  
Sets a value for tint  
-100/100  
NA  
YES  
NA  
TINT?  
Returns tint setting value  
Image Preset Commands  
CUSTOM1  
CUSTOM2  
DAY  
NA  
NA  
NA  
NA  
NA  
YES  
YES  
YES  
YES  
NA  
Loads “Custom 1” image preset  
Loads “Custom 2” image preset  
Loads “ISF Day” image preset  
Loads “ISF Night” image preset  
NIGHT  
PRESET?  
Returns currently-selected preset  
(ISF Day, ISF Night, Custom 1 or Custom 2)  
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Table 6-1. Serial Commands (continued)  
Parameter  
(min/max)  
Value  
Stored?  
Command  
Description  
Input Position Commands  
IHEIGHT  
-100/100  
NA  
YES  
NA  
Sets the value for input height  
IHEIGHT?  
IHPOS  
Returns input height value  
-100/100  
NA  
YES  
NA  
Sets a value for horizontal input position  
Returns input horizontal position value  
Sets a value for vertical input position  
Returns input vertical position value  
Sets the value for input width  
IHPOS?  
IVPOS  
-100/100  
NA  
YES  
NA  
IVPOS?  
IWIDTH  
-100/100  
NA  
YES  
NA  
IWIDTH?  
OVERSCAN  
OVERSCAN?  
Returns input horizontal width value  
Sets the overscan percentage  
Returns overscan percentage  
0/10  
YES  
NA  
NA  
Output Shift Commands  
OHEIGHT  
OHEIGHT?  
OHPOS  
-100/100  
NA  
YES  
NA  
Sets the value for output height  
Returns output height value  
-100/100  
NA  
YES  
NA  
Sets the value for output horizontal position  
Returns output horizontal position value  
Sets the value for output vertical position  
Returns output vertical position value  
Sets the value for output width  
OHPOS?  
OVPOS  
-100/100  
NA  
YES  
NA  
OVPOS?  
OWIDTH  
OWIDTH?  
-100/100  
NA  
YES  
NA  
Returns output horizontal width value  
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Table 6-1. Serial Commands (continued)  
Parameter  
(min/max)  
Value  
Stored?  
Command  
Description  
Miscellaneous Commands  
BKGND  
-100/100  
YES  
Sets the background color for 4:3 aspect  
ratio (-100 = black; 100 = white)  
BKGND?  
DATE?  
NA  
NA  
Returns background setting value  
Returns product manufacture date  
NA  
NA  
DISPLAY  
1 or 2  
YES  
Sets display device input source  
(1 = RGB; 2 = DVI/HDMI)  
DISPLAY?  
NA  
NA  
NA  
Returns display device input source value  
HDINPUTRES  
YES  
Sets YPbPr input resolution and refresh  
rate for HD1/HD2, as follows:  
0 = 480i  
1 = 480p  
2 = 576i  
3 = 576p  
4 = 720p / 60 Hz  
5 = 1080i / 60 Hz  
6 = 720p / 50 Hz  
7 = 1080i / 25 Hz  
Any other value = Auto  
HWVER?  
INRES?  
NA  
NA  
0/5  
NA  
Returns hardware version number  
Returns input resolution  
NA  
OUTRES  
YES  
Sets output resolution, as follows:  
0 = 480i  
1 = 576i  
2 = 480p  
3 = 576p  
4 = 720p  
5 = 1080i  
OUTRES?  
RGBNN  
NA  
NA  
NA  
NA  
Returns output resolution  
Sets output color space to RGB with  
negative horizontal and vertical sync  
RGBPP  
RGBS  
NA  
NA  
NA  
NA  
Sets output color space to RGB with  
positive horizontal and vertical sync  
Sets output color space to RGB with  
composite sync  
SWVER?  
TRIGGER  
NA  
1/3  
NA  
Returns software version number  
YES  
Assigns trigger to currently-selected aspect  
ratio  
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Table 6-1. Serial Commands (continued)  
Parameter  
(min/max)  
Value  
Stored?  
Command  
Description  
The following serial commands are meant to emulate buttons on the remote control or DHD Con-  
troller 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  
ENTER  
LEFT  
NA  
NA  
NA  
NA  
NA  
NA  
NA  
NA  
NA  
NA  
NA  
NA  
Down-Arrow ( ) key  
ENTER key  
Left-Arrow ( ) key  
MENU  
MENU  
RIGHT  
UP  
Right-Arrow ( ) key  
Up-Arrow ( ) key  
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Table 7-1 lists the PlasmaWall specifications.  
7.1  
PlasmaWall  
Specifications  
Table 7-1. PlasmaWall Specifications  
Native Resolution:  
Model SP-42DHD: 1024 x 768  
Model SP-50DHD: 1365 x 768  
Model SP-60DHD: 1365 x 768  
Screen Size (diagonal):  
Active Screen Area:  
Model SP-42DHD: 42 in.  
Model SP-50DHD: 50 in.  
Model SP-60DHD: 60 in.  
Model SP-42DHD: 36.28 x 20.29 in. (921.6 x 515.3 mm)  
Model SP-50DHD: 43.45 x 28.98 in. (1103.6 x 736.0 mm)  
Model SP-60DHD: 51.93 x 29.21 in. (1319.0 x 741.9 mm)  
Screen Aspect Ratio:  
Available Aspect Ratios:  
DTV Compatibility:  
16:9  
Refer to Table 7-2  
480p, 720p, 1080i  
1000:1  
Contrast Ratio:  
ISF Settings:  
Yes  
Data/Graphics Compatibility:  
Inputs (from DHD Controller):  
Refer to Table 7-3  
(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:  
Power Consumption:  
100 to 240 VAC, 50/60Hz  
Model SP-42DHD:  
360 watts (1.5 watts in standby), maximum  
Model SP-50DHD:  
377 watts (10 watts in standby), maximum  
Model SP-60DHD:  
471 watts (10 watts in standby), maximum  
Operating Environment:  
Dimensions:  
40ºF to 95ºF (5ºC to 35ºC);  
20% to 80% humidity (non-condensing)  
Altitude = up to 6,000 feet (1,828m)  
Model SP-42DHD: See Figure 7-1  
Model SP-50DHD: See Figure 7-2  
Model SP-60DHD: See Figure 7-3  
Weight (with Stand):  
Model SP-42DHD: 83.0 lbs. (37.65 kg)  
Model SP-50DHD: 94.2 lbs. (42.73 kg)  
Model SP-60DHD: 150.5 lbs. (68.27 kg)  
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Table 7-1. PlasmaWall Specifications (continued)  
Limited Warranty:  
Three (3) years parts and labor from the date of delivery to  
the end user (except for plasma glass panel).  
Plasma Glass Panel: One (1) year parts and labor from the  
date of delivery to the end user.  
Specifications are subject to change without notice.  
Table 7-2 lists the DHD Controller specifications.  
7.2  
DHD Controller  
Specifications  
Table 7-2. DHD Controller Specifications  
Aspect Ratios:  
Video Standards:  
Output Resolution:  
Inputs:  
4:3, Letterbox, 16:9 Anamorphic, VirtualWide, Cinema  
NTSC, PAL  
480p, 576p, 720p, 840p, 960p, 1080i  
(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  
19200 bps, no parity, 8 data bits, 1 stop bit, no flow control  
Parameters:  
Trigger Outputs:  
(3) +12 VDC, each rated at 750 mA and thermal  
fuse-protected  
Bandwidth:  
150 Mega Samples per Second (MSPS)  
Power Requirements:  
Operating Environment:  
100 to 240 VAC (auto-sensing), 50/60 Hz, 160 Watts  
41°F to 95°F (5°C to 35°C), 0% to 90% humidity  
(non-condensing)  
Dimensions:  
Width = 17.50 inches (444.5 mm)  
Depth = 11.19 inches (284.1 mm)  
Height = 3.75 inches (95.3 mm)  
Weight:  
13.0 lbs. (5.90 kg)  
Regulatory Approvals:  
Limited Warranty:  
Complies with FCC, CE C-Tick  
Two (2) years parts and labor from the date of delivery to  
the end user.  
Specifications are subject to change without notice.  
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Figure 7-1, Figure 7-2 and Figure 7-3 show the PlasmaWall dimensions (all dimensions  
are in inches).  
7.3  
PlasmaWall  
Dimensions  
0
10.975  
30.502  
Figure 7-1. PlasmaWall Model SP-42DHD Dimensions (with Optional Table Stand)  
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14.8  
34.3  
49.1  
Figure 7-2. PlasmaWall Model SP-50DHD Dimensions (with Optional Table Stand)  
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1 2 . 4 1 1  
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Figure 7-3. PlasmaWall Model SP-60DHD Dimensions (with Optional Table Stand)  
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The PlasmaWall can display video signals from a variety of computer sources via its RGB  
and DVI inputs.  
7.4  
Computer/VideoSignal  
Compatibility  
Table 7-3 lists the signal types that are compatible with the PlasmaWall.  
Table 7-3. Computer/Video Signal Compatibility Chart  
Refresh Rate  
Input  
Resolution  
(DotsxLines)  
Input 1  
Input 2  
Remarks  
Vert.  
Horiz.  
(kHz)  
(Hz)  
70.1  
70.1  
85.1  
60.0  
66.7  
72.8  
75.0  
85.0  
100.4  
120.4  
60.0  
60.0  
56.0  
60.0  
72.0  
75.0  
85.0  
99.8  
120.0  
74.6  
60.0  
60.0  
70.0  
75.0  
74.9  
85.0  
100.6  
119.4  
60.0  
72.0  
75.0  
75.1  
66.0  
76.0  
640x400  
720x400  
31.5  
31.5  
37.9  
31.5  
35.0  
37.9  
37.5  
43.3  
51.1  
61.3  
31.0  
31.7  
35.2  
37.9  
48.1  
46.9  
53.7  
63.0  
75.7  
49.7  
48.4  
49.7  
56.5  
60.0  
60.2  
68.7  
80.5  
95.6  
53.7  
64.9  
67.5  
68.5  
61.8  
71.7  
Apple® Macintosh® 13”  
640x480  
I/O DATA  
I/O DATA  
848x480  
852x480  
I/O DATA  
800x600  
832x624  
I/O DATA  
I/O DATA  
Apple Macintosh 16”  
1024x768  
Apple Macintosh 19”  
I/O DATA  
1152x864  
1152x870  
1152x900  
Apple Macintosh 21”  
Sun Microsystems LO  
Sun Microsystems HI  
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Table 7-3. Computer/Video Signal Compatibility Chart (continued)  
Refresh Rate  
Input  
Resolution  
(DotsxLines)  
Input 1  
Input 2  
Remarks  
Vert.  
Horiz.  
(kHz)  
(Hz)  
56.0  
60.0  
70.0  
60.0  
60.0  
60.0  
85.0  
60.0  
60.0  
71.2  
72.0  
75.0  
76.1  
85.0  
100.1  
60.0  
60.0  
59.9  
60.0  
74.9  
75.0  
85.0  
60.0  
60.0  
65.0  
70.0  
75.0  
85.0  
60.0  
60.0  
60.0  
45.1  
47.8  
56.1  
49.7  
53.1  
60.0  
85.9  
64.0  
64.6  
75.1  
78.1  
80.0  
81.1  
91.2  
108.5  
47.7  
47.7  
48.3  
65.3  
82.3  
82.3  
93.9  
56.0  
75.0  
81.3  
87.5  
93.8  
106.3  
65.3  
74.6  
74.0  
1280x768  
1280x800  
1280x854  
CVT  
PC  
1280x960  
Workstation (SGI)  
Workstation (EWS4800)  
Workstation (EWS4800)  
Workstation (HP)  
1280x1024  
Workstation (SUN)  
I/O DATA  
1360x765  
1360x768  
1376x768  
I/O DATA  
I/O DATA  
1400x1050  
1440x900  
Apple Macintosh 17”  
1600x1200  
1680x1050  
1920x1200  
CVT  
CVT  
1920x1200RB  
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Appendix A. PlasmaWall Service Remote  
Control  
The PlasmaWall system includes two remote control units: the standard DHD remote  
control (see Figure 2-7) and the Service Remote Control, shown in Figure A-1 and  
described in the paragraphs that follow.  
A.1  
Overview  
7
8
1
2
ASPECT RGB  
RATIO SETUP  
POWER  
INFO  
RGB-HD  
DVI-D  
1
S / V  
2
9
COMP  
DVI VIDEO  
3
4
5
INPUT SELECTION  
10  
11  
MENU  
MAGNIFY  
3
4
5
SET  
MUTE  
VOLUME  
12  
+
-
6
Figure A-1. PlasmaWall Service Remote Control  
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The PlasmaWall service remote control is intended for use only by  
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instructed to by Runco Technical Support.  
Note  
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 PlasmaWall.  
DVI-D  
Selects INPUT 2 (DIGITAL RGB) on the PlasmaWall.  
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 PlasmaWall.  
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 PlasmaWall.  
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For the vast majority of installations, the DHD Controller remote control gives you all the  
control you need over display quality settings. However, there are two settings internal to  
the PlasmaWall that can improve the displayed image quality on INPUT 1: VIDEO NR  
(noise reduction) and MPEG FILTER. These settings can be found in the Setup Menu,  
shown in Figure A-2.  
A.2  
Service/Setup Menu  
PLASMAWALL  
INPUT 1  
PICTURE  
SCREEN  
SET-UP  
OPTION  
COLOR TEMP.  
: MIDDLE  
AUTO OFF  
: OFF  
VIDEO NR  
: MIDDLE  
: LOW  
: ON  
MPEG FILTER  
CHROMA EE  
FILM MODE  
COLOR SPACE  
SIGNAL  
: OFF  
: RGB  
: 720p  
SET  
SET  
MENU  
EXIT  
Figure A-2. PlasmaWall Setup Menu  
To apply Digital Noise Reduction (DNR) to the input signal, select Video NR from the  
Set-Up menu. Noise reduction is useful for improving the signal-to-noise ratio of video  
signals.  
Video NR (Noise  
Reduction)  
To change the Noise Reduction setting on INPUT 1:  
1. Press 1 to switch to PlasmaWall INPUT 1.  
2. Press MENU on the PlasmaWall Service Remote Control.  
3. Press  
4. Press  
or  
to select SETUP.  
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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MPEG Filter  
Use the MPEG Filter to reduce or eliminate so-called “mosquito noise” in  
MPEG-compressed 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 PlasmaWall INPUT 1.  
2. Press MENU on the PlasmaWall Service Remote Control.  
3. Press  
4. Press  
5. Press  
or  
to select MPEG FILTER, then press SET.  
or to select the desired amount of filtering (OFF, LOW, MIDDLE or HIGH).  
to select SETUP.  
6. Press SET to confirm your selection.  
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SERIAL NUMBER  
RUMA-011210  
rev 11-29-06 v3.0  
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