Runco Flat Panel Television VL 40 User Guide

O W N E R ’ S  
O P E R A T I N G  
M A N U A L  
VL-40 and VL-46  
1080p HIGH-DEFINITION LCD FLAT PANEL DISPLAYS  
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ONE YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY  
For LCD Displays  
Congratulations on your purchase of a Vidikron video product and welcome to the Vidikron family! With proper installation, setup  
and care, you should enjoy many years of unparalleled video performance.  
This is a LIMITED WARRANTY as defined in the Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act. Please read it carefully and retain it with your other  
important documents.  
WHAT IS COVERED UNDER THE TERMS OF THIS LIMITED WARRANTY:  
SERVICE LABOR: Vidikron will pay for service labor by Vidikron Authorized Service Center when needed as a result of a  
manufacturing defect for a period of one (1) year from the effective date of delivery to the end user.  
PARTS: Vidikron will provide new or rebuilt replacement parts for the parts that fail due to defects in materials or workmanship for  
a period of one (1) year from the effective date of delivery to the end user. Such replacement parts are then subsequently  
warranted for the remaining portion (if any) of the original warranty period.  
WHAT IS NOT COVERED UNDER THE TERMS OF THIS LIMITED WARRANTY:  
Image retention on LCD display panels is specifically excluded from coverage under this Limited Warranty. Image retention or  
staining of an image 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 not left on your LCD display panel. 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 retention on your LCD 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 VIDIKRON PRODUCTS PURCHASED FROM VIDIKRON AUTHORIZED DEALERS.  
ALL OTHER PRODUCTS ARE SPECIFICALLY EXCLUDED FROM COVERAGE UNDER THIS LIMITED WARRANTY. MOREOVER, DAMAGE  
RESULTING DIRECTLY OR INDIRECTLY FROM IMPROPER INSTALLATION OR SETUP IS SPECIFICALLY EXCLUDED FROM COVERAGE  
UNDER THIS LIMITED WARRANTY. IT IS IMPERATIVE THAT INSTALLATION AND SETUP WORK BE PERFORMED ONLY BY AN  
AUTHORIZED VIDIKRON DEALER TO PROTECT YOUR RIGHTS UNDER THIS WARRANTY. THIS WILL ALSO ENSURE THAT YOU ENJOY  
THE FINE PERFORMANCE OF WHICH YOUR VIDIKRON PRODUCT IS CAPABLE WHEN INSTALLED AND CALIBRATED BY VIDIKRON  
AUTHORIZED PERSONNEL.  
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RIGHTS, LIMITS AND EXCLUSIONS:  
Vidikron limits its obligations under any implied warranties under state laws to a period not to exceed the warranty period. There  
are no express warranties. Vidikron also excludes any obligation on its part for incidental or consequential damages related to the  
failure of this product to function properly. Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, and some  
states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages. So the above limitations or exclusions may  
not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights that vary from state to state.  
EFFECTIVE WARRANTY DATE:  
This warranty begins on the effective date of delivery to the end user. For your convenience, keep the original bill of sale as  
evidence of the purchase date.  
IMPORTANT -- WARRANTY REGISTRATION:  
Please fill out and mail your warranty registration card. It is imperative that Vidikron knows how to reach you promptly if we should  
discover a safety problem or product update for which you must be notified.  
CONTACT A VIDIKRON AUTHORIZED SERVICE CENTER TO OBTAIN SERVICE:  
Repairs made under the terms of this Limited Warranty covering your Vidikron video product will be performed at the location of  
the product, during usual working hours, providing location of product is within normal operating distance from a Vidikron  
Authorized Service Center. In some instances it may be necessary for the product to be returned to the Vidikron factory for repairs.  
If, solely in Vidikron’s judgment, location of product to be repaired is beyond normal operating distance of the closest Vidikron  
Authorized Service Center, or the repair requires the unit be returned to the Vidikron factory, it is the owner’s responsibility to  
arrange for shipment of the product for repair. These arrangements must be made through the selling Vidikron Dealer. If this is not  
possible, contact Vidikron directly for a Return Authorization number and shipping instructions. Vidikron will return product  
transportation prepaid in the United States, unless no product defect is discovered. In that instance, shipping costs will be the  
responsibility of the owner.  
COPYRIGHT AND TRADEMARKS:  
© Copyright 2007 Vidikron, a Runco International Company. This document contains proprietary information protected by  
copyright, trademark and other intellectual property laws. All rights are reserved. No part of this manual may be reproduced by any  
mechanical, electronic or other means, in any form, without prior written permission of the manufacturer.  
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Vidikron, Vision, DVSI, Imagix, CineWide, AutoScope, V Aperture Control, CSMS and IntelliWide are trademarks of Runco, LLC. All  
other trademarks and registered trademarks used in this document are the property of their respective owners.  
Vidikron products are manufactured under one or more of the following patents: US. Patent 6755540 and Other Patents Pending.  
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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:  
To locate the name and address of the nearest Vidikron Authorized Service Center, or for additional information about this Limited  
Warranty, please call or write:  
VIDIKRON  
Attn: Customer Service Department  
2900 Faber Street  
Union City, CA 94587  
Ph: (510) 324-5900  
Fax: (510) 324-5905  
Toll Free: (888) 4VIDIKRON  
VIDIKRON PRODUCT INFORMATION  
RETAIN THIS INFORMATION FOR YOUR RECORDS  
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Serial Number  
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State/Province  
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City  
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Safety Precautions  
Thank you for your purchase of this quality Vidikron product! It has been designed to provide you with the quality of video that is  
expected in a home theater. For the best performance, please read this manual carefully as it is your guide through the menus and  
operation.  
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 has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class ‘B’ digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of FCC Rules.  
These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a  
commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in  
accordance with the Installation Manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a  
residential area may cause harmful interference, in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense.  
DOC Compliance Notice  
This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment Regulations.  
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 LCD display.  
Do not place any objects containing water or any other liquid on top of the LCD 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 LCD 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 Vidikron Dealer for a replacement cord.  
Do not remove the cover of the LCD display for any reason. If any problems arise with the unit, please contact a Vidikron Dealer  
or Vidikron 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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List of Figures  
Notes:  
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1Introduction  
This Owner’s Manual describes how to install, set up and operate the Vidikron DView™  
VL-40/VL-46 Flat-Panel LCDs. Throughout this manual, the Vidikron DView™ VL-40/VL-46  
Flat-Panel LCDs are referred to simply as the “DView.”  
1.1  
About This Manual  
Vidikron has prepared this manual to help home theater installers and end users get the  
most out of the DView.  
Target Audience  
Vidikron has made every effort to ensure that this manual is accurate as of the date it was  
printed. However, because of ongoing product improvements and customer feedback, it  
may require updating from time to time. You can always find the latest version of this and  
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  
Letterbox, type [S4E0002.”  
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 DView™  
VL-40/VL-46 Flat-Panel LCDs  
Installation instructions  
First-time configuration instructions  
Advanced configuration instructions  
Troubleshooting tips  
Specifications for the DView™ VL-40/VL-46  
Flat-Panel LCDs  
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Vidikron presents the DView™ VL-40/VL-46 Flat-Panel LCDs, perfect for those who demand  
our award-winning flat panel performance in a more intimate size than we offer with our  
larger plasma monitors. The DViews are ideal for close-in viewing where picture quality  
remains a high priority, but larger displays cannot be accommodated.  
1.3  
Description, Features and  
Benefits  
The DView™ VL-40/VL-46 Flat-Panel LCDs incorporate the superb Imagix™ digital video  
processing that produces outstanding picture quality with a wide range of both standard  
and high definition source material. In addition, the handsome, classic pewter-finished  
television is engineered with ISF™ calibration standards for the purest video performance.  
The DView™ VL-40/VL-46 Flat-Panel LCDs also feature a built-in ATSC tuner that receives  
terrestrial DTV broadcasts, in addition to an advanced, 185 channel, cable-ready NTSC stereo  
tuner. The DView offers PIP, PBP, closed captioning, Parental Control (V-Chip) functionality  
and multi-language support. The display includes an integrated stereo audio system  
incorporating surround sound technology with two-way speakers and generous power  
amplification.  
The advanced TFT active-matrix LCD display panel offers 1920 x 1080 resolution and  
includes Vidikron’s discrete aspect ratio control with IntelliWide™ mode to fill the 16:9 screen  
with standard 4:3 images without loss of picture quality. Also included are discrete source,  
aspect ratio and power selection and an RS-232 interface for whole-house or automated  
control system integration.  
The DView is multimedia-ready, with simple computer connections making gaming, Internet  
browsing and other computer activities quick and easy.  
The DView offers these key features and benefits:  
Key Features and Benefits  
Native Resolution: 1920 x 1080 (16:9 Native Aspect Ratio)  
Multiple Aspect Ratios with IntelliWide™ Mode  
Less than 4 inches thin  
Two HDMI Inputs with High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection (HDCP)  
Built-in HDTV Tuner  
Exceptional detail and artifact-free video enhancement  
Vidikron video processing with 3:2 film detection circuitry  
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Parts List  
Your DView is shipped with the following items. If any items are missing or damaged, please  
contact your Vidikron dealer or Vidikron Customer Service at (888) 4VIDIKRON.  
VL-40 or VL-46 LCD Display (with Table Stand)  
Remote Control Unit and two (2), AAA-size batteries  
AC Power Cord  
Warranty information and registration card  
Vidikron VL-40 and VL-46 Owner’s Operating Manual (this document)  
Optional Accessories:  
Wall Mount kit (part number VIHK-000475)  
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2Controls and Functions  
2.1  
DView at a Glance  
Figure 2-1 shows the locations of the DView controls and indicators.  
Controls and Indicators  
Right Side  
TV/AV  
MENU  
1
2
+
VOL  
3
CH  
4
5
8
8
7
6
Figure 2-1. DView Controls and Indicators  
1. TV/AV Button (Input Source Selection)  
2. MENU Selection Button  
3. Volume Adjustment Buttons  
4. Channel Selection Buttons  
5. Power Button  
6. Remote Control Sensor  
7. Power Indicator  
Lights red to indicate that the DView is in standby mode; lights green to indicate normal  
operation; flashes green when the DView receives a signal from the remote control.  
8. Speakers  
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DView Inputs and Outputs  
Figure 2-2 shows the locations of the DView inputs and outputs.  
Right Side  
INPUT2  
R
Audio  
L
VIDEO  
S-VIDEO  
Rear  
INPUT4  
INPUT3  
INPUT1  
INPUT4  
INPUT3  
INPUT1  
Figure 2-2. DView Rear-Panel Inputs and Outputs  
1. INPUT2 Audio Input  
2. INPUT2 Composite Video Input  
Standard composite video input for connecting a VCR, camcorder, laser disc player or  
other composite video source.  
3. INPUT2 S-Video Input  
Standard S-Video input for connecting a DVD player, satellite receiver or Super VHS  
(S-VHS) VCR.  
4. Headphone Jack  
5. Main Power Switch  
6. Power Input (100 to 240 VAC)  
Connect the DView to power here.  
7. RGB  
A 15-pin VGA connection to a personal computer. The DView automatically detects the  
signal resolution.  
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8. HDMI1/Computer Input (Digital)  
9. HDMI2/Computer Input (Digital)  
Two, HDCP-compliant digital video inputs for connecting a DVD player, personal  
computer or HD tuner with a DVI or HDMI output.  
For best results, do not run your DVD player in progressive mode.  
Tip  
10. PC Audio Input  
Connect the audio output from a personal computer here.  
11. INPUT3 Component Video (RCA connectors)  
Standard-definition (480i/576i) or high-definition (720p/1080i), YPrPb component input.  
This is the input for component video from sources such as DVD players.  
12. INPUT3 Composite Video Input  
13. INPUT3 Audio Input  
Connect the audio output from your Input 3 source here.  
14. INPUT4 Component Video (RCA connectors)  
Standard-definition (480i/576i) or high-definition (720p/1080i), YPrPb component input.  
This is the input for component video from sources such as DVD players.  
15. INPUT4 Composite Video Input  
16. INPUT4 Audio Input  
Connect the audio output from your Input 4 source here.  
17. INPUT1 Composite Video Input  
18. INPUT1 Audio Input  
Connect the audio output from your Input 1 source here.  
19. INPUT1 S-Video Input  
20. AV-OUT (Composite Video)  
21. AV-OUT (Audio)  
22. DIGITAL AUDIO OUT (S/PDIF – Coaxial)  
23. DIGITAL AUDIO OUT (TosLink – Optical)  
Connect either #22 or #23 to the digital audio input of an A/V amplifier with a Dolby  
®
Digital decoder.  
24. AIR (Antenna) Input  
75-ohm coaxial input for connecting a TV antenna to the digital TV input.  
25. CABLE Input  
75-ohm coaxial input for connecting a CATV system to the digital TV input.  
26. RS-232 CONTROL PORT  
A female, 9-pin D-sub connector for interfacing with a PC or home theater  
automation/control system.  
27. SPEAKER OUTPUT (RIGHT)  
28. SPEAKER OUTPUT (LEFT)  
For connection of the right (27) left (28) speakers. Connect a speaker with an impedance  
of 4 ohms.  
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Figure 2-3 shows the DView remote control, and the paragraphs that follow describe its  
functionality.  
2.2  
DView Remote Control  
OFF  
ON  
1
2
1
4
7
2
5
8
3
6
9
0
TV  
SOURCE  
INPUT  
2
INPUT  
3
INPUT  
4
INPUT  
1
3
5
RGB  
HD  
HDMI1  
HDMI2  
MEMORY  
ISF  
NT  
ISF  
DAY  
CUST  
ANA  
4
ASPECT RATIO  
LET  
BOX  
4X3  
I-WIDE  
CH  
ENTER  
VOL -  
VOL +  
6
8
CH  
MENU  
EXIT  
PIP  
7
ASPECT  
SIZE  
POSITION  
SWAP  
9
S.SWAP  
TV/AV  
TIMER  
OFF  
10  
S.MODE  
SURRND  
MTS/SAP  
MUTE  
INFO  
11  
13  
PREV  
CHAN  
FAV  
CHAN  
12  
Figure 2-3. DView Remote Control  
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1. OFF / ON  
Use these buttons to turn the DView on or off.  
2. Numeric Buttons  
Use these buttons to enter TV channel numbers or menu pass codes. Use the TV button  
to switch to the Antenna/DTV/CATV input. Use the - button to enter DTV sub-channel  
numbers.  
3. Source Selection Buttons  
INPUT 1  
Press this button to switch to Input 1.  
INPUT 2  
Press this button to switch to Input 2.  
INPUT 3  
Press this button to switch to Input 3.  
INPUT 4  
Press this button to switch to Input 4.  
Input 1 and Input 2 have both S-Video and composite video connectors.  
Input 3 and Input 4 have both component and composite video  
connectors.  
Note  
To specify which connection type you are using – or to switch from one to  
the other if equipment is connected to both – use the Input Selection menu  
under Setup (refer to Input Selection on page 40).  
HDMI 1 / HDMI 2  
Use these buttons to select a Digital Video input (HDMI 1 or HDMI 2).  
RGB HD  
Press this button to switch to the RGB HD input.  
4. Memory Preset Buttons  
CUST  
Press to recall settings for the current input from the “Custom” memory preset.  
ISF NT (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.  
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5. Aspect Ratio Selection Buttons  
ANA (16:9)  
For 16:9 DVDs or HDTV program material.  
4X3 (4:3)  
The input signal is scaled to fit 4:3 display mode in the center of the screen.  
LETBOX (Letterbox)  
Image in letterbox format is enlarged to fit 16:9, full-screen display and the upper/lower  
portions are “blanked off.”  
I-WIDE (IntelliWide)  
4:3 image is widened NON-linearly (more on the sides than in the center) to fit 16:9 full  
screen display.  
6. Arrow Buttons (  
,
,
,
)
Use these buttons to select items or settings, adjust settings, change TV channels or  
adjust sound volume.  
ENTER  
Press to select a highlighted menu item or confirm a changed setting.  
7. MENU  
Press this button to access the on-screen display (OSD) controls, or to exit the current  
menu and return to the previous one.  
8. EXIT  
Press this button to hide the OSD controls, or display program information (when  
available) if the OSD controls are already hidden.  
9. Picture-In-Picture (PIP) Function Buttons  
ASPECT  
Press to change the aspect ratio of the PIP window from 4:3 to 16:9 or vice versa.  
SIZE  
Press to choose from three PIP window sizes.  
POSITION  
Press to choose the PIP window position (top left, top right, bottom left or bottom right  
corner).  
PIP  
Press to change the PIP mode (picture-in-picture, picture-by-picture or off).  
P. M O D E  
Press to recall settings for the PIP input from either the “ISF Night” or “ISF Day” memory  
preset.  
S.SWAP  
Press to switch between the main and PIP audio programs.  
SWAP  
Press to swap the main and PIP windows.  
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TV/AV  
Press to switch to a different PIP video source.  
10. TIMER OFF Button  
Press this button to set the sleep timer. Press it repeatedly to scroll through the available  
options (Off, 10, 30, 60, 120 or 180 minutes).  
11. Sound Control Buttons  
S.MODE  
Press this button repeatedly to scroll through the available Equalizer presets (CUSTOM,  
STANDARD, MUSIC, FILM or SPEECH).  
SURRND (Surround)  
Press this button to turn Surround Mode on or off.  
MTS/SAP (Multichannel Television Sound/Second Audio Program)  
Press this button repeatedly to scroll through the available MTS settings (MONO,  
STEREO, SAP or Mono+SAP).  
MUTE  
Press this button to mute the audio output to the speakers and headphones.  
12. Channel Selection Short-Cuts  
PREV CHAN  
Press this button to return to the previously-selected channels.  
FAV CHAN  
Press this button repeatedly to select a stored, “favorite” channel. You can store up to  
five favorite channels. To store favorite channels, select Favorite Channel from the  
Channel menu (described in Section 4).  
13. Miscellaneous Functions  
CLOSED CAPTIONING  
Press this button to turn Closed Captioning on or off.  
INFO  
Press this button to view input signal information (source and resolution).  
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3Installation  
3.1  
Remote Control  
To install batteries in the remote control:  
Battery Installation  
1. Slide the battery cover in the direction of the arrow and remove it.  
2. Insert the included batteries. Ensure that the polarities correctly match the  
markings inside the battery compartment.  
and  
3. Slide the battery cover back on until it snaps into place.  
1. Do not mix an old battery with a new one or different types of batteries.  
Note  
2. If you will not use the remote control for a long time, remove the batteries  
to avoid damage from battery leakage.  
Do not drop the remote control or expose it to moisture or high temperature.  
Notes on Remote Control  
Operation  
The remote control may malfunction under a fluorescent lamp. If that occurs, move the  
LCD 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 LCD 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 LCD display and repeat the operation.  
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Table 3-1 gives a quick overview of the DView 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  
page...  
Step  
Procedure  
Mount the DView on a wall (optional)  
Connect signal sources to the DView  
Connect external controller to RS-232 port (optional)  
Apply power to the DView  
1
2
3
4
5
6
Change the OSD language  
If using the DView with a PC, adjust PC display properties  
Display calibration: adjust the following for each input; save  
settings when finished:  
• Brightness  
• Contrast  
7
• Color level  
• Tint  
• Input position  
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Proper installation of your DView will ensure the highest possible picture quality. Whether  
you are installing the DView temporarily or permanently, you should take the following into  
account to ensure that it performs optimally.  
3.3  
Installation Considerations  
You can either place the DView on a table or in an entertainment center, or mount it on a  
wall.  
Wall-Mounting the DView  
If you do decide to wall-mount the DView, ensure that the wall-mount bracket is installed  
according to the instructions included with it. The wall must be capable of supporting a  
redundant weight factor three (3) times the weight of the display, or be reinforced.  
Vidikron recommends that this be done by a custom installation specialist.  
Use only the Vidikron-approved wall-mount kit designed for your display.  
Note  
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  
Other considerations and tips that can help improve your installation:  
Other Considerations  
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 DView away from devices that radiate electromagnetic energy such as motors  
and transformers. Common sources of these include slide projectors, speakers, power  
amplifiers and elevators.  
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Proceed as follows to connect the DView to your video sources, external controller(s) – if  
present – and AC power.  
3.4  
Connections to the DView  
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.  
Use the left audio input when connecting mono audio sources.  
Rear Connector Access  
To access the left rear connector panel, push down on the plastic clip holding the cover in  
place. Then, pull firmly on the cable access cover to open it.  
Connecting the DView to  
Source Components  
Connect your video sources to the DView as shown and described in the sections that follow.  
Antenna/Cable TV Connection: Connect your antenna or cable television source to the AIR  
or CABLE jacks on the rear of the DView; see Figure 3-1.  
Input Panel  
Cable Television  
Network  
Figure 3-1. Antenna/Cable TV Connection  
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HDMI Connections: The DView has two HDMI inputs for connecting a DVD player, DTV  
decoder, personal computer or any other device with an HDMI or DVI output. Connect such  
devices as shown in Figure 3-2.  
Use the HDMI inputs whenever possible. This ensures the highest video  
quality because the signal is carried in the digital domain throughout the  
entire signal path, from source component output into the display.  
Tip  
This DView supports the VESA Display Data Channel (DDC) standard. This  
standard provides “Plug and Play” capability; the display and a VESA  
DDC-compatible computer communicate their setting requirements,  
allowing for quick and easy setup.  
Note  
In order for Plug and Play to work correctly, you must turn on the display  
before you turn on the connected computer.  
Rear of the Display  
INPUT4  
INPUT3  
HDMI or  
DVI-to-HDMI Cable  
(sold separately)  
Rear of the Display  
Rear of the PC  
Audio Cable  
(Sold Separately)  
HDMI-to-DVI Cable (Sold Separately)  
Figure 3-2. HDMI Connections  
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RGB Connections: The DView has an RGB input for connecting a personal computer; see  
Rear of the Display  
Rear of the PC  
INPU  
INPUT3  
Audio Cable  
(Sold Separately)  
D-Sub 15 Pin Cable (Sold Separately)  
Figure 3-3. Analog RGB Connections  
computer signals compatible with the DView. Use with signals other  
than those listed may cause some functions not to work.  
Note  
2. Some Macintosh computers may require a Macintosh video adapter.  
Contact your nearest authorized service center or dealer.  
3. This DView may not be able to display images from notebook computers  
in simultaneous (CRT/LCD) mode. Should this occur, switch the  
notebook computer to “CRT only” mode. If you are unsure how to do  
this, refer to your notebook computer’s user manual.  
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Component Video Connections: If you have a DVD player or DTV decoder with a  
component (YPbPr) output, connect it to INPUT 3 or INPUT 4 of the DView as shown in Figure  
3-4.  
INPUT4  
NPUT3  
Audio Cable  
DVD/DTV STB  
Video Cable  
Figure 3-4. Component Video Connections  
Composite/S-Video Connections: The DView has two (2) S-Video and four (4) composite  
video inputs for connecting a VCR, camcorder, laser disc player or DVD player; see Figure 3-5.  
Composite Video (INPUT 1, INPUT 2,  
INPUT 3 or INPUT 4)  
INPUT1  
VCR  
S-Video (INPUT 1 or INPUT 2)  
Camcorder  
INPUT2  
R
L
Audio  
VIDEO  
Video Game Device  
S-VIDEO  
Figure 3-5. Composite and S-Video Connections  
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AV OUT Connection  
The DView has stereo audio and Composite video outputs for connecting to a second VCR or  
other auxiliary equipment. Connect the AV OUT audio and video jacks to the audio and video  
inputs of the VCR or other equipment as shown in Figure 3-6.  
You can route either the main or picture-in-picture (PIP) source signal to the AV output. For  
more information, refer to Monitor Out on page 40.  
The audio output level is fixed. (The volume and mute controls affect only  
the speaker and headphone outputs.)  
Note  
VCR  
Camcorder  
A/V Receiver  
INPUT1  
Figure 3-6. AV OUT Connections  
Connecting Headphones  
You can connect a set of headphones to the DView to watch a program without disturbing  
others. Connect them to the headphone output located at INPUT2; see Figure 3-7.  
INPUT2  
R
Audio  
L
VIDEO  
S-VIDEO  
Figure 3-7. Connecting Headphones  
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The DView is equipped with stereo speakers, which are mounted directly below the screen. If  
you prefer, you can connect the rear-panel speaker outputs to external speakers.  
Connecting External  
Speakers (Optional)  
Connect the  
(positive) and  
(negative) speaker wires to the rear-panel SPEAKER-R and  
SPEAKER-L terminals; see Figure 3-8. Maintain the correct polarity. For more information,  
refer to the owner’s manual for your speakers.  
12 mm  
Twist exposed  
wire strands  
together.  
Push tab to the  
open position, and  
insert the wire.  
Then, close tab firmly to  
secure the wire in place.  
Right Speaker  
Left Speaker  
Figure 3-8. External Speaker Connection  
You can also remove the built-in speakers if they are not needed; this permits installation of  
the display in locations where space above and/or below it is very limited. See Figure 3-9.  
Remove these screws to allow the speakers to be detached.  
Figure 3-9. Removing the Built-in Speakers  
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Connecting to a Dolby Digital  
Amplifier  
If your home theater has a Dolby Digital amplifier or receiver, connect the digital audio  
output from the DView to the digital audio input of the amplifier/receiver as shown in Figure  
3-10. The DView supports both coaxial (S/PDIF) and optical (TosLink) digital audio  
connections.  
The audio output level is fixed. (The volume and mute controls affect only  
the speaker and headphone outputs.)  
Note  
Digital Audio Cable,  
Optical  
(Sold Separately)  
Digital Audio Cable,  
Coaxial  
(Sold Separately)  
- or -  
Dolby Digital  
Amplifier  
Figure 3-10. Digital Audio Connection  
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Use a straight-through RS-232 cable with a 9-pin male connector to connect a PC or home  
theater control/automation system (if present) to the RS-232 port on the DView; see Figure  
3-11.  
RS-232 Controller  
Connection  
For more information about using this connection, refer to Serial Communications on  
To PC or  
Automation/  
Control  
System  
DB-9  
Male  
Connector Pin Assignments:  
2
3
5
Transmit Data  
Receive Data  
Ground  
1, 4, 6, 7, 8, 9  
Not Connected  
Rear Panel  
Figure 3-11. RS-232 Control System Connection  
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1. Turn on your source components.  
4.1  
Turning on the Power  
2. Plug the female end of the supplied power cord into the AC receptacle on the rear of the  
DView (AC 100V ~ 240V). See Figure 2-2.  
3. Connect the other end to your AC power source.  
4. Turn on the main power switch at the rear of the display. The power indicator lights red  
to indicate that the DView is in “standby” mode.  
5. Press the ON button on the remote control to  
turn on the display (or press the power button  
on the side of the display). The power indicator  
OFF  
ON  
flashes for a few seconds, then lights solid green.  
6. After a brief warm-up period (approximately 10  
seconds), the DView will display an image.  
1
4
7
2
5
8
3
6
9
The DView OSD language is initially set to English, but can also display the menus in French  
(Français), Spanish (Español), Portuguese (Português) or German (Deutsch). To change the  
OSD language:  
4.2  
Changing the OSD  
Language  
1. Press MENU.  
2. Select Setup from the Main Menu.  
3. Select OSD Language from the Setup Menu.  
4. Press or to highlight the desired language and press ENTER. The change takes  
effect immediately.  
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To maximize image quality when using the DView with a personal computer, you may need  
to adjust the display properties of your PC video card. To do this:  
4.3  
Setting the PC 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.  
5. Click the Advanced button and click the  
Monitor tab on the dialog box. Set the  
vertical frequency to 60Hz and click OK.  
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1. The maximum available resolution and vertical frequency is  
1600x1200/60Hz (RGB), 1280x1024/60Hz (HDMI) or the maximum  
supported by your video card, whichever is lower. You can get the best  
picture at 1024x768/60Hz.  
Note  
2. The DView supports 24-bit color (16,777,216 possible colors).  
To use the on-screen menus:  
4.4  
Using the On-Screen  
Menus  
1. Press MENU to display the Main Menu.  
2. To select a menu item, use the up- or down-arrow buttons (  
control to highlight it.  
,
) on the remote  
3. Press ENTER or the right-arrow button ( ) to access that menu.  
4. Use the up- or down-arrow buttons ( ) to select the setting you want to change.  
Then, press ENTER or the right-arrow button ( ).  
5. Press the right- or left-arrow button ( ) to change that setting.  
,
,
6. To return to the previous menu, press MENU or ( ).  
The DView OSD menus are arranged hierarchically, as shown in Figure 4-1. Depending on the  
selected input source and/or signal characteristics, some menu options may not be available.  
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TV  
English, Français,  
Español, Português or  
Deutsch  
OSD Language  
PC Mode Adjust  
Input1  
Input2  
Input3  
Input4  
RGB  
Auto Adjust  
Clock  
Source  
Phase  
H. Position  
V. Position  
Display  
HDMI1  
HDMI2  
16:9  
On / Off  
Service1, Service2,  
Service3 ... Service6  
Digital Mode  
4:3  
Aspect Ratio  
Letterbox  
IntelliWide  
Brightness  
Contrast  
Color  
CC1, CC2, CC3 or CC4  
Text1, Text2, Text3 or  
Text4  
Analog Mode  
CC On Mute  
Yes / No  
0, 1, 2, 3 ... 100  
Control  
Caption  
Font Size  
Font Style  
FG Color  
Tint  
Sharpness  
DNR  
0, 5, 10, ... 100  
0, 10, 20, ... 100  
0, 1, 2, 3 ... 63  
Digital Font Option  
BG Color  
Edge Color  
FG Opacity  
BG Opacity  
Edge Style  
MPEG NR  
Backlight  
Picture Adjust  
0, 5, 10, 15, 20, ... 100  
5400, 6500, 8500 or  
Custom  
Color Temp.  
Setup  
Gamma  
2.00, 2.02, 2.04 ... 2.40  
Custom  
Save Settings  
Parental Lock (On/Off),  
TV Rating, Movie  
Rating, Unrated  
(Allow/Block), Change  
PIN (default is 0000)  
Custom, ISF Day, ISF  
Night  
Restore Settings  
Balance  
Parental Control  
Letterbox Mode  
L10, L9, L8 ... 0 ... R8, R9,  
R10  
Letterbox or  
Cinema Fill  
Standard, Music, Film,  
Speech or Custom  
Equalizer  
Automatic, Video or  
S-Video  
Surround  
(On/Off)  
Input 1/Input 2  
Audio  
English, Français, Español  
or Português  
Input Selection  
Monitor Out  
Audio Language  
Automatic, Video or  
Component  
Input 3/Input 4  
Digital Audio Out  
TV Speaker  
PCM or Dolby Digital  
Main or PIP: Video  
(On/Off)  
Overscan  
(not available with PC  
signals)  
H. Overscan, H. Shift,  
V. Overscan, V. Shift  
Audio Delay  
0, 1, 2 ... 40 msecs.  
STD  
HRC  
IRC  
Input Label  
HDMI Audio  
RGB Signal  
Film Mode  
Auto Backlight  
OSD Timer  
Auto Off  
Auto Tuning  
HDMI or PC  
Video or PC  
Off, 2:3, 2:2 or Auto  
Off / On  
Channel  
Return  
Add/Erase  
Favorite Channel  
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM  
or Auto Setup  
0, 10, 20 ... 60 sec.  
0, 30, 60 or 120 min.  
Brightness  
Contrast  
Time  
Enable/Disable, Time,  
Channel, Volume  
On Timer  
Off Timer  
Sleep Timer  
Enable/Disable, Time  
0, 1, 2, 3 ... 100  
Color  
Timer  
Off, 10, 30, 60, 120 or 180  
minutes  
Tint  
Sharpness  
ADC Phase Adj.  
DNR  
0, 5, 10, ... 100  
0, 1, 2, 3 ... 63  
Eastern, Central,  
Mountain, Pacific, Alaska  
or Hawaii  
Time Zone  
0, 10, 20, ... 100  
0, 1, 2, 3 ... 63  
Picture Adjust  
Daylight Saving  
On / Off or Automatic  
MPEG NR  
Backlight  
0, 5, 10, 15, 20 ... 100  
5400, 6500, 8500 or  
Custom  
Color Temp.  
ISF Calibration  
Gamma  
2.00, 2.02, 2.04 ... 2.40  
0, 1, 2, 3 ... 64  
Black Level  
Custom, ISF Day, ISF  
Night  
Save Settings  
R/G/B Gain  
White Balance  
Blue Enable  
Baud Rate  
R/G/B Offset  
(Enable/Disable)  
115200, 19200, 9600 or  
2400  
Serial Link  
On / Off  
Factory Reset  
Splash Duration  
0, 1, 2, 3, ... 60 secs.  
Figure 4-1. DView OSD Menu Structure  
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The Main Menu is the starting point for accessing all DView functions.  
(The ISF Calibration menu is not accessible until you enter a passcode.)  
Main Menu  
VL-40  
Source  
Aspect Ratio  
Picture Adjust  
Audio  
Channel  
Timer  
Setup  
ISF Calibration  
From the Main Menu, select Source to choose a video signal source.  
Source  
The active source is indicated by an arrow (>) to its left; in the example at right, TV is the  
active source.  
TV  
>
Input1  
Input2  
Input3  
Input4  
RGB  
HDMI1  
HDMI2  
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 the type of program  
material being viewed; refer to Table 4-1.  
Aspect Ratio  
>
16:9  
4:3  
The currently-selected aspect ratio is indicated by an arrow (>) to its left; in the example at  
right, Anamorphic is selected.  
Letterbox  
IntelliWide  
The aspect ratio selection persists until you change it. (It is not saved  
independently for each input.)  
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Table 4-1. Aspect Ratio Settings  
Remote  
Aspect Ratio  
Control  
Key  
Description  
16:9  
ANA  
Select 16:9 to 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  
horizontally to fit a 16:9  
display.  
4:3 Image, stretched to fill  
16:9 Screen (Display)  
4:3  
4X3  
4:3 scales the input signal to  
fit in the center of a 16:9  
display. 4:3 is the aspect ratio  
used by computer monitors,  
standard television  
4:3 Image on  
16:9 Screen (Display)  
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.  
4:3 Image on  
16:9 Display  
(Letterbox aspect ratio)  
Letterbox is best suited for  
viewing LaserDisc movies or  
non-anamorphic DVDs on a  
16:9 screen.  
IntelliWide  
I-WIDE  
IntelliWide 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 (Display)  
4:3 Image on  
16:9 Display  
with IntelliWide  
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Use the controls in the Picture Adjust menu to calibrate your DView for optimum picture  
quality.  
Picture Adjust  
Picture Adjust  
The DView has been designed to incorporate setup and calibration standards established by  
the Imaging Science Foundation (ISF). The ISF has developed carefully crafted,  
industry-recognized standards for optimal video performance and has implemented a  
training program for technicians and installers to use these standards to obtain optimal  
picture quality from Vidikron video display devices. Accordingly, Vidikron recommends that  
setup and calibration be performed by an ISF-certified installation technician.  
Brightness  
Contrast  
Color  
Tint  
Sharpness  
DNR  
All signal types require separate processing. Therefore, you need to calibrate each input  
separately.  
MPEG NR  
Backlight  
Color Temp.  
Gamma  
When you change a picture quality setting, save the change to a preset  
afterwards. Otherwise, the change will be lost when a different input is  
Note  
Save Settings  
Restore Settings  
selected. (Picture quality settings are saved for each input and resolution  
separately.) For information about saving settings, refer to Save  
Although it may be possible to obtain satisfactory picture quality using the naked eye and  
regular program material, Vidikron recommends using the following calibration tools for  
best results:  
External test pattern source – Ovation Multimedia, Digital 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 Adjust menu. Using the left- and right-arrow (  
buttons, 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 from the Picture Adjust menu. Using the left- and right-arrow (  
)
buttons, 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 from the Picture Adjust menu. 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 from the Picture Adjust menu. 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.  
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Sharpness: “Sharpness” is the amount of high-frequency detail in the image. To adjust  
sharpness, select Sharpness from the Picture Adjust 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 different 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  
DNR: To apply Digital Noise Reduction (DNR) to the input signal, select DNR from the Picture  
Adjust menu. Noise reduction is useful for clearing up noisy RGB images such as those from a  
PC. Adjust as desired using the left- or right-arrow buttons, keeping in mind that reducing  
noise (which reduces high frequencies) may also “soften” the image.  
MPEG NR: Use the MPEG Filter to reduce or eliminate so-called “mosquito noise” in  
MPEG-compressed video signals (digital broadcasts or DVDs). Adjust as needed to minimize  
distortion around the edges of moving objects, moving artifacts around edges and/or  
blotchy noise patterns superimposed over the objects.  
Backlight: The Backlight control changes the apparent brightness of the displayed image. Its  
effect is similar to that of a lamp intensity control on a projector.  
The Backlight control is disabled when Auto Backlight (described on  
page 41) is set to On.  
Note  
Color Temperature: To adjust the color temperature, select Color Temp. from the Picture  
Adjust menu and press ENTER. (Color temperature defines the “color of gray.”) The choices  
are 5400K, 6500K, 8500K and Custom. The default setting, 6500K, is appropriate for most  
situations. Higher settings produce a “bluer” picture; lower ones impart a reddish hue to the  
image.  
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Gamma: The Gamma control determines how gray shades are displayed between minimum  
input (black) and maximum input (white) for all signals. A good gamma setting helps to  
optimize blacks and whites while ensuring smooth transitions for the “in-between” values  
utilized in other grays.  
Unlike brightness and contrast controls, Gamma allows you to lighten or darken the overall  
tone of your images without changing the extremes. All images will be more vibrant while  
still showing good detail in dark areas.  
The default Gamma setting of 2.20 is appropriate for most typical home theater  
environments.  
Save Settings: The DView lets you save image quality settings for each input and supported  
resolution to a preset. You can recall this preset at a later time by simply pressing a button on  
the remote control or using the Restore Settings menu command (see below).  
You should save changes to any of the following settings to a preset; otherwise they will be  
lost when a new input source or resolution is selected:  
Brightness  
Contrast  
Color saturation  
Tint  
Sharpness  
Gamma  
Color temperature and white balance  
Restore Settings: To recall a preset, choose Restore Settings from the Picture Adjust menu  
and select “Custom,” “ISF Day” or “ISF Night.” Or, use the corresponding buttons on the  
remote control.  
To adjust the DView audio settings, select Audio from the Main Menu and press ENTER.  
Audio  
Balance: To adjust the left/right speaker balance, select Balance from the Audio Menu and  
press ENTER. Use the left- and/or right-arrow buttons to make one channel louder than the  
other.  
Equalizer: The DView has a five-band graphic equalizer that you can use to boost or cut  
certain audio frequencies. To use it, select Equalizer from the Audio menu and press ENTER.  
Select one of four equalizer presets – Standard (flat), Music, Film or Speech – or select Custom  
to create your own according to taste. The five frequency bands are 100, 300, 1000, 3000 and  
10,000 Hertz (Hz).  
Surround: The DView has a “surround sound” mode that simulates a multi-channel sound  
system. To use the surround mode, select Surround from the Audio menu and set it to On.  
When Surround is set to On, the graphic equalizer is disabled.  
Note  
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Audio Language: Some digital TV broadcasts provide audio soundtracks in multiple  
languages. If you are watching such a program, select Audio Language from the Audio menu  
to choose a soundtrack language: English, Français, Español or Português.  
Digital Audio Out: The DView can output either two or six channels of digital audio. Select  
Dolby Digital if your A/V receiver can decode a Dolby Digital-encoded, 5.1-channel  
bitstream. Otherwise, select PCM to have the DView output PCM-encoded, stereo audio.  
TV Speaker: To disable the speakers, select TV Speaker from the Audio menu, set it to Off  
and press ENTER. The effect is similar to using the MUTE button, except that the DView  
“remembers” this setting if you turn off the display, then turn it back on.  
Audio Delay: Use the Audio Delay control to correct audio/video synchronization issues  
with DTV broadcasts. Select from 0 to 40 milliseconds of delay, as needed.  
Channel  
To set up the DView channel tuner, select TV as the source. Then, select Channel from the  
Main Menu and press ENTER.  
Channel  
Auto Tuning: To have the DView automatically detect available TV or CATV channels, select  
Auto Tuning and press ENTER. Then, select STD and press ENTER again.  
Auto Tuning  
Add/Erase  
Favorite Channel  
The DView searches all channel frequencies and adds a channel to its memory when it  
detects a signal on that channel frequency. (This may take a few minutes.) If Auto Tuning fails  
to detect any CATV channels, select HRC or IRC and try again. (STD, HRC and IRC refer to  
different sets of frequencies used by cable television providers. IRC stands for “Incrementally  
Related Carrier;” HRC stands for “Harmonically Related Carrier.”)  
Add/Erase: If Auto Tuning fails to detect a channel, select Add/Erase from the Channel menu  
and press or to select it. Then, select Add to add it to the channel list. To erase the  
currently-selected channel from the available channel list, select Add/Erase from the Channel  
menu, then select Erase.  
Favorite Channel: You can specify up to five channels as “favorite” channels that can be  
accessed by pressing a single button on the remote, instead of manually entering the channel  
number. To do this, select Favorite Channel from the Channel menu and press ENTER.  
Use the up- or down-arrow button to select the memory location in which you want to store  
the favorite channel. Then, use the left- or right-arrow button to specify the channel number.  
To erase a favorite channel selection, press ENTER.  
Press EXIT when you have finished programming favorite channels.  
To recall a favorite channel, press the FAV CHAN button repeatedly on the remote control.  
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To set the DView’s internal clock or configure the on/off timers, select Timer from the Main  
Timer  
Menu and press ENTER.  
Timer  
Time: To set the DView internal clock, select Time from the Timer menu and press ENTER.  
Time  
Then, do either of the following:  
On Timer  
Off Timer  
Sleep Timer  
Time Zone  
Daylight Saving  
To synchronize the internal clock with time codes sent by the local Public Broadcasting  
Service (PBS) member station, select Auto Setup. The display must be connected to an  
off-air antenna or CATV system in order for this to work.  
To manually set the clock, use the up- or down-arrow button to select the hour of the day,  
AM/PM or the minute of the hour to set. Then, use the left- or right-arrow buttons to set  
that component of the time.  
When finished, press MENU or EXIT.  
On Timer: Use the On Timer to turn the DView on at a specific time of day. You can also  
specify a channel and a volume level.  
Off Timer: Use the Off Timer to turn the DView off at a specific time of day.  
Sleep Timer: Use the Sleep Timer to turn off the DView after a specified interval.  
To set the Sleep Timer:  
Select Sleep Timer from the Timer menu and press ENTER. Use the right- or left-arrow  
button to select 10, 30, 60, 120 or 180 minutes. Then, press MENU.  
– OR –  
Press the TIMER OFF button on the remote control repeatedly to select the desired timer  
interval.  
Time Zone: To set the local (North American) time zone, select Time Zone from the Timer  
menu and press ENTER. Use the up- or down-arrow button to select Eastern, Central,  
Mountain, Pacific, Alaska or Hawaii. Press ENTER to confirm your selection.  
Daylight Saving: If you are in a region that observes Daylight Saving Time (DST), select  
Daylight Saving from the Timer menu and set it to Automatic to have the DView  
automatically adjust the time (one hour ahead on the first Sunday in April; one hour back on  
the last Sunday in October). The display must be connected to an off-air antenna or CATV  
system in order for this to work.  
You can also manually adjust the time to reflect DST. Set Daylight Saving to On if DST is  
currently in effect. Set it to Off if DST is not currently in effect or not observed in your region  
at all.  
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Setup  
Use the controls in the Setup menu to perform advanced image quality adjustments and  
access various other DView features.  
Setup  
OSD Language: Select OSD Language from the Setup menu and press ENTER. Then, use the  
up- or down-arrow buttons to select the OSD language (English, French, Spanish, Portuguese  
or German). Press ENTER again to confirm your selection.  
PC Mode Adjust: To improve the quality of displayed images from a computer or other  
VESA-compliant, RGB (480p or higher) source, select PC Mode Adjust and press ENTER.  
Auto Adjust: Auto Adjust automatically adjusts settings to optimize computer images. To  
execute Auto Adjust on command, select Auto Adjust and press ENTER.  
Auto Adjust may take some time to complete, depending on the  
characteristics of the incoming signal.  
Note  
Clock: Use the up- or down-arrow buttons (  
right-arrow button ( ) to increase the pixel clock rate; use the left-arrow button ( ) to  
decrease it.  
,
) to highlight Clock. Then, use the  
Phase: Adjust the phase if the image shows shimmer or “horizontal” 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.)  
H Position: Use the up- or down-arrow buttons (  
the right-arrow button ( ) to shift the image to the right; use the left-arrow button (  
to shift the image to the left.  
,
) to highlight H Position. Then, use  
)
V Position: Use the up- or down-arrow buttons (  
,
) to highlight V Position. Then, use  
the right-arrow button ( ) to shift the image up; use the left-arrow button ( ) to shift  
the image down.  
To restore the factory-default Clock, Phase and Position settings, select Factory Preset and  
press ENTER.  
Caption: Select Caption from the Setup menu to control the display of closed captions when  
watching programs that contain them.  
Display: Select On or Off to control the display of closed captions.  
Digital Mode: For digital TV broadcasts, select one of six captioning modes (Service1,  
Service2 ... Service6). Service1 usually contains the native-language captions; if a program  
is captioned in more than one language, those captions are carried on Service2 through  
Service6.  
Analog Mode: Select one of four captioning modes: CC1, CC2, CC3 or CC4. CC1 usually  
contains the native-language captions; if a program is captioned in more than one  
language, those captions are carried on CC2, CC3 or CC4.  
The DView also supports “text mode” captioning; to use this feature, select Text1, Text2,  
Text3 or Text4. The text modes, instead of displaying a few lines of captions somewhere  
on the picture, take over all or half of the screen to display scrolling text information. (The  
text modes are seldom used today, so most of the time there is no information there to  
see.) The text field is sometimes used for embedding Internet data (called Interactive TV  
Links, or ITV Links) in the captions.  
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CC On Mute: To have the DView show captions when the audio output is muted, set this  
option to Yes.  
Digital Font Option: Select Digital Font Option from the Caption menu to customize the  
appearance of closed captions in digital TV broadcasts.  
Control: Select Program to view the closed captions as presented by the broadcaster.  
Or, select User to override the program’s closed caption formatting.  
Font Size/Font Style: These settings alter the size and typeface of closed captions.  
FG Color/BG Color/Edge Color: These settings alter the text color, background color  
and text border color respectively.  
FG Opacity/BG Opacity: These settings alter the degree to which the program “shows  
through” the captions.  
Edge Style: This setting alters the text border style.  
Parental Control: To block the display of television programs or movies based on their  
ratings, select Parental Control from the Setup menu and press ENTER. Enter the default  
Personal Identification Number (PIN) – 0000 – and press ENTER again.  
Parental Lock: This is the “master switch” for the parental controls. Set it to On on Off.  
TV Rating: Select TV Rating from the Parental Control menu to block television programs  
carrying a given rating, to prevent children from watching programs that are deemed  
inappropriate. These ratings and content labels have been established by the United  
States Federal Communications Commission (FCC) to help parents and other caregivers  
determine if a program is suitable for young viewers.  
To block programs carrying a given rating, use the up- or down-arrow to select a rating.  
Then, press the right-arrow button to require the PIN code to be entered to view a  
program with that rating. A lock icon ( ) appears to indicate that the restriction is active.  
Table 4-2. FCC Ratings and Content Categories  
Rating/Category  
Description  
TV-MA  
Mature Audience Only - graphic violence, explicit sexual content  
and/or offensive language  
TV-14  
TV-PG  
Parents strongly cautioned - intense violence, sexual situations,  
coarse language and/or suggestive dialogue  
Parental guidance suggested - violence, sexual situations, coarse  
language and/or suggestive dialogue  
TV-G  
TV-Y7  
TV-Y  
FV  
General audience – suitable for children and adults  
Children 7 and up  
Suitable for all children  
Fantasy violence or cartoon violence  
Sexual dialogue  
D
L
Offensive language  
S
Sexual content  
V
Violence  
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Movie Rating: Select Movie Rating from the Parental Control menu to block movies  
carrying a given rating, to prevent children from watching movies that are deemed  
inappropriate. These ratings have been established by the Motion Picture Association of  
America (MPAA) to help parents and other caregivers determine if a movie is suitable for  
young viewers.  
To block movies carrying a given rating, press the right-arrow button to require the PIN  
code to be entered to view a movie with that rating. A lock icon ( ) appears to indicate  
that the restriction is active.  
Unrated: To allow or block access to unrated content, select Unrated from the Parental  
Control menu and select Allow or Block. Press ENTER to confirm your choice.  
Change PIN: The default PIN for accessing the parental controls or bypassing content  
restrictions is 0000. Vidikron recommends changing this to something less obvious.  
Letterbox Mode: Select Letterbox Mode from the  
Setup menu to change the zoom factor that takes effect  
when you select the Letterbox aspect ratio (refer to  
Letterbox Mode = Letterbox  
4:3 Image on  
16:9 Display  
(Letterbox aspect ratio)  
When you select Letterbox, the image is enlarged  
(zoomed in) by a factor of approximately 1.33.  
When you select Cinema Fill, the zoom factor is  
approximately 1.77 (1.33 x 1.33).  
Letterbox Mode = Cinema Fill  
4:3 Image on  
16:9 Display  
(Letterbox aspect ratio)  
Input Selection: Input 1 and Input 2 have both S-Video and Composite video connectors.  
Input 3 and Input 4 have both Component and Composite video connectors. To specify  
which connection type you are using – or to switch from one to the other if equipment is  
connected to both – select Input Selection from the Setup menu and press ENTER.  
The default setting for all four AV inputs is Automatic. With this setting, the DView searches  
for an active source on both connectors and displays the first one it detects. If equipment is  
connected to both, Automatic input selection triggers a switch when a source component is  
disconnected or powered off.  
Monitor Out: If you have equipment connected to the AV OUT, select Monitor Out from the  
Setup menu to route either the main or PIP audio/video signals to that output.  
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Overscan (not available with PC signals): 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. Overscan effectively trims  
away these inactive, outer edges and enlarges the remaining portion of the image to fill the  
display area.  
Use the on-screen slidebars to set the desired amount of horizontal and vertical overscan, as  
well as horizontal and vertical image shift.  
These settings only affect 480i source material. For HDTV, DVDs and other video sources,  
Overscan is generally not necessary or desirable.  
Input Label: You can give each DView input a descriptive name. To do this, select Input  
Label from the Setup menu and choose one from the list.  
HDMI Audio: If the HDMI source is a PC or other device that does not support audio output  
via HDMI, set HDMI Audio to PC.  
If the source does support audio output via HDMI, set this option to HDMI to route the HDMI  
(digital) audio signal to the speakers when HDMI1 or HDMI2 is selected.  
RGB Signal: The RGB input supports both DTV and VESA (computer) resolutions and signal  
timings. If the RGB source is a computer, select PC. If it is a DTV set-top box or other  
equipment with an RGB output, select Video.  
Film Mode: To smooth out moving images from interlaced, standard-definition (SD) sources,  
select Film Mode and set it to Automatic.  
In most cases, the DView detects the proper “pull-down” rate and vertical frequency.  
However, if your source is jittery and/or tearing you may wish to specify the pull-down rate  
(2:2 or 3:2) to ensure stable processing for that source.  
Auto Backlight: Select Auto Backlight from the Setup menu and set it to On to have the  
DView adjust the Backlight setting automatically, according to the ambient light level in the  
viewing area.  
OSD Timer: Use the or button to set the OSD Timer. This timer controls how long the  
menus remain on-screen after selecting them. Select from 0 to 60 seconds, in 10-second  
increments. When you set the OSD to 0, the menus remain on-screen until you hide them by  
pressing EXIT.  
Auto Off: Set Auto Off to 30, 60 or 120 minutes to have the DView go into standby mode  
when no source signal is present for the selected amount of time.  
When Auto Off is set to zero (0) minutes (disabled), the DView remains in normal operating  
mode, regardless of the presence or absence of an input sync signal.  
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ISF Calibration  
Use the ISF Calibration menu to perform advanced picture quality adjustments. This menu  
should be used by ISF-certified technicians only.  
ISF Calibration  
Picture Adjust  
White Balance  
Blue Enable  
You must enter a passcode to access the ISF Calibration menu.  
Note  
Baud Rate  
Factory Reset  
Splash Duration  
Picture Adjust: The controls in this menu are identical to those in the main Picture Adjust  
menu, but are accessible only by entering the ISF Calibration menu passcode. This makes it  
possible to restore the picture quality settings to what they were when the DView was  
installed, simply by recalling the “ISF Night” or “ISF Day” preset.  
Brightness: Refer to Brightness on page 31.  
Contrast: Refer to Contrast on page 32.  
Color: Refer to Color Saturation on page 33.  
Tint: Refer to Tint on page 33.  
Sharpness: Refer to Sharpness on page 34.  
ADC Phase Adj.: This control works similarly to the Phase adjustment for RGB signals  
(refer to Phase on page 38). Use it to improve the apparent sharpness of 720p and  
lower-resolution Component, S-Video or Composite sources. For best results, adjust ADC  
Phase while displaying a “Sharpness” pattern (Figure 4-5).  
DNR: Refer to DNR on page 34.  
Color Temp.: Refer to Color Temperature on page 34.  
If you are adjusting a “Custom” color temperature, select Custom from the  
Tip  
Color Temp. menu and press ENTER. Then, press ENTER a second time to  
go directly to the White Balance menu. (This shortcut is available only from  
the ISF Calibration menu.)  
Black Level: This control compensates for incoming elevated black levels present in  
certain video signals. The default setting (32) results in a minimum black level of  
approximately 0 IRE. Adjust as needed to match the dynamic range of the source; increase  
the value if blacks appear elevated (dark gray). If blacks appear “crushed” (too dark), use a  
lower settting.  
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Save Settings: For each input and supported resolution, the DView lets you save image  
quality settings as presets that you can recall at a later time. You can create up to three  
presets – designated “Custom,” “ISF Day” and “ISF Night” – per input and resolution.  
You should save changes to any of the following settings to a preset; otherwise they will  
be lost when a new input source or resolution is selected:  
Brightness  
Contrast  
Color saturation  
Tint  
Sharpness  
Gamma  
Color temperature and white balance  
To save image settings to a preset, select Save Settings from the ISF Calibration menu and  
select “Custom,“ “ISF Day” or “ISF Night.”  
White Balance: To remove any trace of color from the white areas of the projected image,  
choose White Balance from the Picture Adjust menu and press ENTER.  
White Balance  
R Gain  
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.  
100  
100  
100  
50  
G Gain  
B Gain  
R Offset  
G Offset  
B Offset  
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.  
50  
50  
Any white balance adjustments you make here are automatically stored  
as a “Custom” color temperature.  
Note  
Blue Enable: Blue Enable removes all red and green color information from the image,  
simulating a blue filter. You can use it instead of a blue filter when performing color and tint  
adjustments.  
Baud Rate: Select Baud Rate from the ISF Calibration menu to set the data transfer rate of the  
DView’s RS-232 SERVICE port. (This setting must match the data rate of the device connected  
to the RS-232 input.)  
port (see Figure 3-11) for normal operation (On) or for software upgrades (Off).  
Factory Reset: To reset all DView settings to their factory defaults, select Factory Reset from  
the ISF Calibration menu and press ENTER. This command is not undoable. Use it with  
caution!  
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Splash Duration: Use Splash Duration to control how long the DView splash screen remains  
on-screen after power-up; see Figure 4-6. To prevent this screen from appearing, set the  
Splash Duration to 0.  
CALIBRATED FOR:  
Figure 4-6. DView Splash Screen  
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To use PIP, press the PIP (  
) button.  
4.5  
ASPECT  
SIZE  
POSITION  
SWAP  
PIP  
Using Picture-In-Picture  
(PIP)  
S.SWAP  
TV/AV  
TIMER  
OFF  
The PIP window appears inside the main image  
window.  
Press PIP again to switch to side-by-side PIP mode.  
Press PIP again to turn PIP off.  
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Press the TV/AV button (  
) to select a PIP signal source. For each source, Table 4-3 shows  
which of the other sources are available as a PIP source.  
Table 4-3. Available Main and PIP Source Combinations  
PIP Input Source  
INPUT3  
INPUT4  
TV INPUT1 INPUT2  
RGB HDMI1 HDMI2  
VIDEO COMP VIDEO COMP  
Notes:  
1. “” means that that source is available as a PIP source when that input is selected; “–” means that it is not.  
2. The DView cannot display the same source in both the main and PIP windows, nor can it display RGB  
and HDMI (digital) signals simultaneously.  
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To change the PIP window position, press the POSITION  
) button on the remote control repeatedly until  
the window is in the desired position.  
Changing the PIP Position  
ASPECT  
SIZE  
POSITION  
SWAP  
PIP  
(
S.SWAP  
TV/AV  
TIMER  
OFF  
3
4
2
1
To change the PIP window size, press the SIZE (  
button on the remote control repeatedly to achieve the  
desired window size.  
)
Changing the PIP Size  
ASPECT  
SIZE  
POSITION  
SWAP  
PIP  
S.SWAP  
TV/AV  
TIMER  
OFF  
To change the aspect ratio of the PIP window from 4:3 to  
Changing the PIP Aspect  
Ratio  
ASPECT  
SIZE  
POSITION  
SWAP  
PIP  
16:9 or vice versa, press the ASPECT (  
) button on  
the remote control.  
SSWAP  
TV/AV  
TIMER  
OFF  
Refer to Table 4-1 for more information about aspect  
ratios.  
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Swapping the Main and PIP  
To swap the main and PIP images, press the SWAP  
button on the remote control.  
ASPECT  
SIZE  
POSITION  
SWAP  
PIP  
Images  
S.SWAP  
TV/AV  
TIMER  
OFF  
Swapping the Main and PIP  
Audio Programs  
To swap the main and PIP audio programs, press the  
S.SWAP button on the remote control.  
ASPECT  
SIZE  
POSITION  
SWAP  
PIP  
S.SWAP  
TV/AV  
TIMER  
OFF  
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The DView supports Multichannel Television Sound (MTS), the broadcast audio standard that  
allows transmission of both stereo and Secondary Audio Program (SAP) content.  
4.6  
Stereo Sound/SAP  
The SAP is usually a foreign-language translation. However, it can also be used for other  
purposes such as Described Video Services (DVS), which provide descriptive narration of key  
visual elements in programs for the benefit of the visually impaired.  
You can select sound options (Mono, Stereo, SAP or  
Mono+SAP) depending on the broadcast signal by  
pressing the MTS/SAP button on the remote control.  
S.MODE  
SURRND  
MTS/SAP  
MUTE  
INFO  
PREV  
CHAN  
FAV  
CHAN  
Choose Stereo for channels that are broadcasting in  
stereo.  
Choose Mono for channels that are broadcasting in  
mono, or if you are having difficulty receiving a  
stereo signal.  
Choose SAP to listen to the Secondary Audio  
Program.  
Choose Mono+SAP to listen to both the primary and  
secondary audio programs (for example, when a  
program has a DVS audio track).  
Table 4-4 summarizes the audio broadcast modes supported by the DView.  
Table 4-4. Compatibility with Stereo and SAP Audio Broadcasts  
Receive Mode  
Broadcast Mode  
Mono  
Mono  
Stereo  
Mono  
SAP  
Mono+SAP  
Mono  
Mono  
Mono  
Mono  
SAP  
Stereo  
Mono  
Mono  
Mono  
Stereo  
Mono  
Stereo  
Stereo  
Mono+SAP  
Stereo+SAP  
Mono+SAP  
Mono+SAP  
SAP  
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5Maintenance and Troubleshooting  
Regular cleaning will extend the life and performance of the DView. 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 DView.  
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 case of excessive dirt buildup,  
dampen a soft cloth with a diluted neutral cleaning detergent. Wring the cloth thoroughly,  
then wipe the component and dry it with a dry soft cloth.  
After dusting, wipe the screen gently using a soft cloth (cotton, flannel etc.). Do not use tissue  
or coarse fabric. The screen surface is easily scratched; do not rub it or hit it with a hard  
object.  
Cleaning the Screen  
If you clean the surface of the screen with a wet cloth, do not allow water droplets on the  
surface to enter into the product; this may 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.  
Cleaning the Vents  
Table 5-1 provides some general guidelines for troubleshooting problems you may  
encounter with the DView. If the suggested solutions fail to resolve the problem or if you  
encounter an issue not described here, please contact your Vidikron dealer or Vidikron  
Technical Support.  
5.2  
Troubleshooting Tips  
Table 5-1. Troubleshooting Chart  
Symptom  
Possible Cause(s)  
Solution  
The display does not turn on  
after initial installation.  
The DView is not plugged  
in or the AC outlet is not  
active.  
Ensure that the DView is  
plugged in and that the AC  
outlet is active.  
Replace the batteries.  
The remote control  
batteries have run out.  
The display is on, 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 video connections to  
source component.  
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Table 5-1. Troubleshooting Chart (continued)  
Symptom  
Possible Cause(s)  
Solution  
Picture is okay, but there is no  
sound.  
Audio output is muted.  
Press the MUTE button on  
the remote control.  
Volume setting is too low.  
Source component is  
connected incorrectly or  
not at all.  
Turn up the volume.  
Check audio connections to  
source component.  
Speakers are connected  
incorrectly or not at all.  
Audio settings are  
incorrect.  
Check speaker connections  
Check the following  
(page 41).  
Image is too bright and/or  
lacks definition in the bright  
areas of the image.  
Contrast is set too high.  
Brightness is set too high.  
Lower the contrast setting.  
Image appears “washed out”  
and/or dark areas appear too  
bright.  
Lower the brightness  
setting.  
Black or white dots appear on  
all channels or a specific  
channel.  
Antenna or cable TV source  
is connected incorrectly or  
not at all.  
Check the antenna or cable  
TV connection.  
Broadcast signal is weak.  
If using an off-air antenna,  
adjust its position or  
location.  
Colors in the image are  
swapped; for example, reds  
appear blue or vice versa.  
The Red/Pr, Green/Y or  
Ensure that the source  
outputs are connected to  
the correct DView input.  
Blue/Pb outputs from the  
source are connected to the  
wrong inputs on the DView.  
RGB-HD images appear  
“noisy.”  
Clock and Phase settings  
need adjustment.  
Manually adjust Clock and  
Phase settings, or perform  
an Auto-Adjust (refer to PC  
“Out of range” appears  
on-screen.  
The resolution and  
Select a compatible  
resolution and vertical  
frequency (refer to  
frequency of the video card  
in the computer are not  
compatible with the DView.  
The image is too large or too  
small.  
Image size needs adjusting.  
Adjust the image size (refer  
page 38).  
Poor broadcast sound quality.  
The sound quality of a  
stereo broadcast may be  
unstable in an area with a  
weak signal.  
Use the MTS/SAP button  
on the remote control to  
select mono.  
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6Serial Communications  
To interface the DView with a home theater automation/control system or a PC running  
terminal emulation software, connect it to your control system or PC as shown in Figure 3-11.  
(Use a straight-through cable.)  
6.1  
RS-232 Connection and  
Port Configuration  
Configure the RS-232 controller or PC serial port as follows: no parity, 8 data bits, 1 stop bit  
and no flow control. Set the baud rate to match that of the DView RS-232 port. To check the  
baud rate setting, select Baud Rate from the ISF Calibration menu.  
Commands are in ASCII format and are not case-sensitive.  
A carriage return is not required after a command.  
6.2  
Serial Command Syntax  
When you send a valid command, the DView executes it and acknowledges it with a  
right-bracket character (]) followed by the four-digit numeric code you sent; for example,  
]0002.  
When you send an invalid command (one followed by values outside the valid range for  
that command), the DView ignores it and returns >MAX or <MIN instead of the four-digit  
code.  
When you send an unrecognized/misspelled command, the DView ignores it and returns  
-N/A instead of the four-digit code.  
Table 6-1 lists the RS-232 command set.  
Table 6-1. Serial Commands  
Command  
Description  
Set audio volume to ### ( = 000-100)  
[
S3A  
0###  
Example: [S3A0075 sets volume to 75  
Audio volume up  
[
[
[
+3A  
-3A  
S3E  
Audio volume down  
Audio mute (speakers/headphones)  
0 = not muted, 1 = muted  
000#  
Example: [S3E0001 mutes the audio output  
Main input selection  
0 = TV  
[
S4A  
000#  
1 = Input1  
2 = Input2  
3 = Input3  
4 = Input4  
6 = RGB  
8 = HDMI1  
9 = HDMI2  
Example: [S4A0006 selects RGB  
Select “next” Main AV input  
[
+4A  
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Table 6-1. Serial Commands (continued)  
Command  
Description  
Aspect ratio selection  
0 = 4:3 (Standard)  
1 = IntelliWide  
[
S4E  
000#  
2 = Letterbox  
3 = 16:9 (Anamorphic)  
Example: [S4E0002 selects Letterbox  
PIP Input selection  
0 = TV  
[
S4G  
000#  
1 = Input1  
2 = Input2  
3 = Input3  
4 = Input4  
6 = RGB  
8 = HDMI1  
9 = HDMI2  
Example: [S4G0003 selects PIP Input3  
Select “next” PIP AV input  
[
[
+4G  
SAB  
Power on/off control  
0 = standby, 1 = on  
000#  
Example: [SAB0001 turns unit on  
Caption on/off  
0 = off  
[
SCA  
000#  
1 = on  
Example: [SCA0000 turns caption off  
Set major channel (AIR); ## = 01 - 99  
[
SCB  
Example: [SCB0002 selects off-air channel 2  
Set major channel (CABLE); ### = 001 - 125  
00##  
[
SCB  
1###  
Example: [SCB1102 selects cable channel 102  
Set minor channel; #### = 0000 - 9999  
[
SCD  
####  
(Note: You must send a “Set major channel” command first.)  
Example: [SCD0001 selects minor channel 1  
Set PIP mode  
0 = OFF  
[
SDA  
000#  
1 = PIP  
2 = PBP  
TV channel up  
[
[
+CB  
-CB  
TV channel down  
Example: [SDA0002 selects PBP  
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Table 6-1. Serial Commands (continued)  
Command  
Description  
Set PIP size  
0 = small  
[
SDB  
000#  
1 = medium  
2 = large  
Example: [SDB0001 selects medium PIP size  
Set PIP aspect ratio  
0 = 4:3  
[
SDE  
000#  
1 = 16:9  
Example: [SDE0001 selects 16:9 aspect ratio PIP window  
Set PIP window position  
0 = Top/Left  
[
SDF  
000#  
1 = Top/Right  
2 = Bottom/Left  
3 = Bottom/Right  
Example: [SDF0001 positions PIP window in upper-right corner of display area  
The following serial commands are meant to emulate buttons on the remote control. 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.  
Each command begins with [key followed by the four-digit number of the button. No carriage  
return is necessary. The response you receive from the unit if the command is valid will be a  
right-bracket (]) followed by the four-digit numeric code you sent. (For example, the ‘ON’ command  
is [key0015; the response will be ]0015). All commands are in ASCII.  
OFF  
[
key  
0002  
0015  
0004  
0005  
0006  
0008  
0009  
0010  
0012  
0013  
0014  
0035  
0017  
0023  
0105  
ON  
Number 1  
Number 2  
Number 3  
Number 4  
Number 5  
Number 6  
Number 7  
Number 8  
Number 9  
Number “–”  
Number 0  
TV  
[
key  
INPUT1  
[
key  
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Table 6-1. Serial Commands (continued)  
Command  
Description  
INPUT2  
0027  
0028  
0001  
0102  
0101  
0019  
0003  
0062  
0031  
0040  
0043  
0039  
0126  
0007  
0016  
0018  
0011  
0046  
0026  
0100  
0063  
0047  
0034  
0032  
0037  
0052  
0033  
0036  
0053  
0054  
INPUT3  
INPUT4  
HDMI1  
HDMI2  
RGB HD  
CUSTOM  
ISF NIGHT  
ISF DAY  
[
[
key  
key  
16:9 (ANA)  
4:3  
LETTERBOX  
INTELLIWIDE  
Right-Arrow key  
Down-Arrow key  
Up-Arrow key  
Left-Arrow key  
ENTER  
[
key  
MENU  
[
[
[
key  
key  
key  
EXIT  
PIP ASPECT RATIO  
PIP SIZE  
PIP POSITION  
PIP  
TIMER OFF  
S.SWAP  
SWAP  
TV/AV  
S.MODE  
[
key  
SURROUND  
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Table 6-1. Serial Commands (continued)  
Command  
Description  
MTS/SAP  
0024  
0091  
0057  
0045  
0044  
0055  
MUTE  
PREVIOUS CHANNEL  
FAVORITE CHANNEL  
CLOSED CAPTION (on/off)  
INFO  
[
key  
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7Specifications  
Table 7-1 lists the DView specifications.  
7.1  
DView Specifications  
Table 7-1. DView Specifications  
Native Resolution:  
Screen Size:  
1920 x 1080  
VL-40 = 40 in. (diagonal)  
VL-46 = 46 in. (diagonal)  
Screen Aspect Ratio:  
Available Aspect Ratios:  
DTV Compatibility:  
ISF Settings:  
16:9  
4:3, Letterbox, 16:9 Anamorphic, IntelliWide™  
480i/p, 576i/p, 720p, 1080i, 1080p  
Yes  
Contrast Ratio:  
1000:1  
Data/Graphics Compatibility:  
Imagix Processing:  
Inputs:  
Refer to Table 7-2  
3:2 or 2:2 pull down  
Multiple input combinations with up to  
(4) Composite Video  
(2) S-Video  
(2) Component Video  
(2) HDMI w/HDCP  
(1) RGB (15-pin D-sub)  
(1) RS-232 Control  
(5) Analog Audio  
(4 stereo RCA pairs + 3.5-mm stereo mini jack)  
(1) RF Antenna  
(1) CATV (75-ohm coaxial)  
Outputs:  
(1) Composite Video  
(1) Analog Audio (stereo RCA pair)  
(1) Stereo headphone (3.5-mm stereo mini jack)  
(1) Digital Audio (S/PDIF, RCA coaxial)  
(1) Digital Audio (TosLink optical)  
Audio System:  
Tuner:  
10W RMS x 2, L/R two-way Detachable Speaker System  
NTSC/ATSC Stereo (PAL as monitor only), HDTV, PIP/PBP,  
Parental Control (V-Chip), Closed Caption  
Discrete IR Control:  
Power Requirements:  
Power Consumption:  
Source, power and aspect ratios  
100 to 240 VAC, 50/60Hz  
VL-40 = 270W  
VL-46 = 310W  
Operating Environment:  
Dimensions:  
40ºF to 95ºF (5ºC to 35ºC);  
20% to 80% humidity (non-condensing)  
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Table 7-1. DView Specifications (continued)  
Weight:  
VL-40 = 63.93 lbs. (29.0 kg)  
VL-46 = 76.28 lbs. (34.6 kg)  
Regulatory Approvals:  
Limited Warranty:  
Complies with FCC, UL  
One (1) year 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 and Figure 7-2 show the DView dimensions (all dimensions are in inches).  
7.2  
DView Dimensions  
19.65  
Active Area  
1.14  
3.15  
23.58  
27.88  
5.42  
7.87  
7.87  
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Active Area  
26.56  
1.14  
3.15  
30.86  
5.42  
7.87  
7.87  
Figure 7-2. VL-46 Dimensions  
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The DView can display video signals from a variety of computer sources via its RGB-HD and  
HDMI inputs.  
7.3  
Computer Signal  
Compatibility  
Table 7-2 lists the signal types that are compatible with the DView, and indicates which of  
those are VESA standards.  
Table 7-2. Computer/Video Signal Compatibility Chart  
Signal  
Type  
Vertical Frequency  
(Hz)  
Horizontal  
Frequency (kHz)  
Mode  
640x350  
RGB  
HDMI  
VESA  
VESA  
VESA  
MAC  
MAC  
MAC  
VESA  
VESA  
VESA  
VESA  
VESA  
VESA  
VESA  
VESA  
VESA  
VESA  
VESA  
85  
85  
60  
67  
72  
75  
56  
60  
72  
75  
60  
70  
75  
60  
75  
60  
60  
85.00  
85.00  
60.00  
66.70  
72.80  
75.00  
56.00  
60.30  
72.20  
75.00  
60.00  
70.10  
75.00  
60.00  
75.00  
60.00  
60.00  
31.28  
35.78  
29.82  
35.00  
37.90  
37.50  
35.20  
37.90  
48.70  
46.90  
48.40  
56.50  
60.00  
47.70  
80.17  
74.52  
67.50  
640x400  
640x480  
640x480  
640x480  
640x480  
800x600  
800x600  
800x600  
800x600  
1024x768  
1024x768  
1024x768  
1280x768  
1280x1024  
1600x1200  
1920x1080  
Note: The DView may not be able to display images from notebook computers in simultaneous  
(CRT/LCD) mode. Should this occur, switch the notebook computer to “CRT only” mode. If you are unsure  
how to do this, refer to your notebook computer’s user manual.  
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rev. 03-01-07 v1.3  
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Union City, CA 94587  
510-324-5900  
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