ViewSonic Flat Panel Television VPW450HD User Manual

VPW450HD  
USER GUIDE  
42” PLASMA DISPLAY  
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PACKAGE CONTENTS  
Supplied Accessories  
Please verify that you received the following items with your package content:  
Plasma Display  
Remote Control  
Quick Start Guide(QSG)  
CD WIZARD  
Power Cable China  
Power Cable EU  
VGA Cable  
Batteries  
Power Cable UK  
Power Cable US  
S-VIDEO Cable  
RCA Component Cable  
RCA Video/Audio Cable  
Note: Only suitable power cable is provided for the country of destination.  
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PRODUCT FEATURES  
Advanced Digital Image Processing  
Selectable Fixed/Variable Audio Outputs  
Advanced digital processor with adaptive motion  
de-interlacing converts all 15KHz signals into  
progressive scan for a brighter, flicker free image.  
Software selectable fixed or variable audio  
outputs ensures flexible audio applications.  
Built-in Internal Amplification & Speakers  
3:2 Pull-Down for Film Scan Conversion  
This display contains an internal 10-watt (5 watts  
x2) audio amplifier and built-in speakers  
sufficient for multimedia applications.  
Built-in 3:2 pull-down processing can  
automatically detect and convert film content to  
properly display with minimal motion artifacts.  
Standard DVI Interface  
3D Comb Filter  
Equipped with a built-in Digital Visual Interface  
for direct "digital-to-digital" video capability.  
Built-in 3D comb filter converts analog signal  
into a digital signal for more accurate processing,  
eliminating cross-color interference for superior  
NTSC video performance.  
1280x1024 SXGA Support  
The onboard digital scaling engine can accept  
various PC and HDTV signals and digitally map  
the signals to fit 1024x1024 wide XGA  
resolution.  
Dual HD Component Video Inputs  
Two high-definition component video inputs with  
auto-detection capabilities will automatically  
synchronize the display to match the incoming  
signal source without manual intervention.  
Discrete Power ON/OFF  
Separate Power ON/OFF buttons on the remote  
control facilitates the recording of IR macros  
with advanced system setups.  
Picture-in-Picture (PIP)  
View two programs simultaneously using the  
display’s picture-in-picture with four selectable  
window position settings.  
Direct Input Selection Keys  
Separate input selection keys on the remote  
control allows quick and easy selection of various  
inputs.  
Picture on Picture (POP)  
View two programs silmultaneous by using the  
picture on picture split screen feature.  
Bass Extension Circuitry / Subwoofer Out  
HDTV Signal Compatible  
Enhance bass performance by adding a separate  
powered subwoofer to the display’s subwoofer  
output.  
Capable of accepting 1080i and 720p HDTV  
signals via an external HDTV decoder with RGB  
or Component Video outputs.  
RS232 Serial Connection  
Digital Zoom Mode  
The RS232 command set includes front panel  
lock, input selection, power on/off, volume and  
other standard RS232 command controls.  
View full screen 4:3 content.  
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BBE Sound Maximizer  
Built-in BBE sound processor maximizes the  
sound quality.  
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SRS Sound Processing  
Built-in SRS sound processor simulates surround  
sound effects with only two speakers.  
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UNDERSTANDING YOUR DISPLAY  
Front View  
Power (Standby) Button  
Input Button  
Turns power on/off from standby mode. There is a 3- Use this button to switch between available inputs.  
second wait between on/off cycles.  
Menu +/- Buttons  
Status LED  
Use this menu to engage the On Screen Display  
menu.  
Not Illuminated - No AC Power detected  
If the main power switch (rear of panel) is turned  
off, this LED will not illuminate.  
Volume Adjustment +/- Buttons  
Solid Yellow - Standby (Power OFF) with  
AC power detected  
Use these buttons to adjust volume up and down.  
These keys also serve as adjustment keys when On  
Screen Display is engaged.  
The LED will illuminate a yellow color if the  
display is shut-off but the main power cord is  
plugged into the back of the unit.  
Solid Green - Power ON  
Rear View  
Video Connectors(with TV Tuner)  
Video Connectors(without TV Tuner)  
RGB/Computer Related Connectors  
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Remote Control  
Standby Power On/Off  
Sound Mute On/Off  
Push this button to turn on the display  
from Standby mode. Push it again to turn  
off to Standby mode.  
Volume +/-  
Turns volume up or down.  
Channel UP/DOWN  
These keys are not  
applicable to this display.  
Number Keypad  
These keys are not applicable to  
this display.  
SWAP  
This key swaps the main and  
sub picture windows under  
PIP or POP modes.  
QuickView  
This key is not applicable to this  
display.  
(See page 14)  
PIP Position  
PIP (Picture-in-Picture  
Button)  
Turns on PIP (Picture-in-Picture)  
mode and POP (Side-by-Side)  
This key changes the PIP sub-  
window to 4 different corner  
locations.  
(See Page 14)  
PIP/POP Source  
Changes the input source of the  
PIP or POP sub-window. (See  
Page 14)  
Input Select  
Press to select input signal  
modes sequentially.  
Favorite Channel  
This key is not applicable to this  
display.  
(See Page 10)  
MENU Adjustment  
1 Show OSD menu by pressing  
Ï or Ð key or MENU key.  
2 Scroll thru the major OSD  
Closed Captioning  
This key is not applicable to this  
display.  
category using Í or Î key.  
3 Press the Ï and Ð keys  
again to select sub-options  
within the category.  
4 Press ÍorÎ keys to change  
the actual sub-option setting.  
V-Chip  
These keys are not applicable to  
this display.  
MTS Stereo  
Recall  
This key is not applicable to this  
display.  
Recalls default picture  
settings. (See Page 21)  
Display  
Channel Lock / Fav. Set  
Press to show the status of  
the display.  
These keys are not applicable to  
this display.  
Sleep Timer  
Engages Sleep Timer Settings.  
(See Page 18)  
AV Mode (PIP/POP On)  
AV1  
Main Source  
AV2  
PIP/POP Source  
PIP  
Discrete Power ON/OFF  
Press OFF to send display into  
Standby mode. Press ON to  
power on from standby mode.  
(See Page 10)  
Component Mode  
Component 1  
1080i  
Main Source  
Incoming Signal  
RGB Mode  
RGB Main Source  
M:06 Display Mode  
(See Page 20)  
Direct Input Selection Keys  
WIDE  
Directly change input signal  
selection by pressing the  
appropriate key.(Note: TV key is  
not applicable to this display.)  
Toggles between various  
aspect ratio settings. (See  
Page 16)  
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CONNECTING THE DISPLAY  
Connecting a DVD Player  
Using Component Video Input  
1. Connect the green-colored (labeled as “Y”) jack from  
the DVD to the green-colored“Y1” jack of the display.  
2. Connect the red-colored (labeled as “P ”or “C ”) jack  
R
R
from the DVD to the red-colored “P 1/C 1” jack of the  
R
R
Note:  
display.  
3. Connect the blue-colored (labeled as “P ”or “C ”) jack  
There are two sets of  
component inputs  
provided. You can  
use either set of  
B
B
from the DVD to the blue-colored “P 1/C 1” jack of  
B
B
the display.  
4. Connect the red (R) and white (L) audio jacks from the  
DVD to the R and L audio-in jacks located next to the  
component inputs to  
connect your DVD.  
“P 1/C 1” connector.  
R
R
Using S-Video Input  
1. Connect the S-Video (4-pin DIN) connector from the  
DVD to the “S-VIDEO” input on the back of display.  
2. Connect the red (R) and white (L) audio jacks from the  
DVD to the R and L audio-in jacks located next to the  
S-VIDEO connector.  
Using Composite (AV) Video Input  
1. Connect the “yellow”(video) connector from the DVD  
to the yellow “VIDEO 1” input on the back of display.  
2. Connect the red (R) and white (L) audio jacks from the  
DVD to the R and L audio-in jacks located next to the  
yellow “VIDEO 1” connector.  
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Connecting a HDTV Decoder Set-Top Box  
Using Component Video Input  
1. Connect the green (labeled as “Y”) jack from the  
HDTV Set Top Box to the green “Y1” jack of the  
display.  
2. Connect the red (labeled as “P ” or “C ”) jack from  
R
R
the HDTV Set Top Box to the red “P 1/C 1” jack of  
R
R
the display.  
3. Connect the blue (labeled as “P ”or “C ”) jack from  
B
B
the HDTV Set Top Box to the blue “P 1/C 1” jack  
B
B
of the display.  
4. Connect the red (R) and white (L) audio jacks from  
the HDTV Set Top Box to the R and L audio-in jacks  
located next to the “P 1/C 1” connector.  
R
R
Note:  
Some HDTV Set Top Boxes may not have a Compo-  
nent Video output. Instead, use RGB input method.  
There are two sets of component inputs provided.  
You can use either set of component inputs to con-  
nect your HDTV Set Top Box.  
Using RGB Input  
1. Connect the 15-pin D-Sub RGB connector  
from the back of the HDTV Set Top Box to  
the RGB-IN Connector located on the back of  
the display.  
2. Connect the red (R) and white (L) audio-out  
jacks from the HDTV Set Top Box to the R  
and L audio-in jacks located to the left of the  
S-Video connector.  
Note:  
Some HDTV Set Top Boxes may not have a  
RGB output. Use Component Video input  
method if this is the case.  
Upon connecting your HDTV Set Top Box to  
the RGB input of the display, it may be neces-  
sary to adjust various picture settings on the  
display to correctly match the output of the  
HDTV Set Top Box (see page 24). This is  
caused by the different video timings set by  
various HDTV Set Top Box manufacturers.  
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Connecting a VCR  
Using S-Video Input  
1. Connect the S-Video (4-pin DIN) connector from  
the VCR to the “S-VIDEO” input on the back of  
display.  
2. Connect the red (R) and white (L) audio jacks  
from the VCR to the R and L audio-in jacks  
located next to the S-VIDEO connector.  
Using Composite Input  
1. Connect the “yellow” (video) out connector from  
the VCR to the yellow “VIDEO 1” input on the  
back of display.  
2. Connect the red (R) and white (L) audio-out  
jacks from the VCR to the R and L audio-in jacks  
located next to the yellow “VIDEO 1” connector.  
External Audio Connections  
Connecting External Amplified Speakers  
1. This display can be connected to an external set of amplified  
speakers using the AUDIO OUT jacks located on the back of  
the display. In addition, this display is equipped with a small  
3.5mm phono style plug for remote turn-on applications that  
will automatically send a remote turn-on/off signal to the  
external amplified speakers.  
2. Connect the red (R) and white (L) AUDIO OUT jacks from  
right side of the connector panel to the external amplified  
speaker.  
3. As an option, you may use the remote turn-on plug. Please  
note that not all external amplified speakers can accept  
remote-turn on signals.  
Connecting to an External Amplifier  
1. This display can be connected to an external amplifier using  
the AUDIO OUT jacks located on the back of the display. In  
addition, this display is equipped with a small 3.5mm phono  
style plug for remote turn-on applications that will automati-  
cally send a remote turn-on/off signal to the external ampli-  
fier.  
2. Connect the red (R) and white (L) AUDIO OUT jacks from  
right side of the connector panel to the external amplifier or  
receiver.  
3. As an option, you may use the remote turn-on plug. Please  
note that not all external amplifiers can accept remote-turn on  
signals.  
Using the Subwoofer Out (Connecting a Subwoofer)  
Note:  
1. This display is equipped with a subwoofer output for con-  
necting to an external amplified subwoofer.  
2. Connect a RCA cable from the subwoofer output jack to  
the external subwoofer.  
The AUDIO OUT RCA jacks can be set to  
either Fixed or Variable audio output lev-  
els. Please see page 19 for additional  
explanation of this feature.  
The RCA subwoofer outputs frequencies  
below 120Hz. The subwoofer will use the  
same Fixed or Variable audio output set-  
ting as AUDIO OUT RCA jacks.  
The 3.5mm phono/earphone output level is  
always used for remote turn on/off applica-  
tions.  
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Connecting a PC  
Using RGB or DVI Video Input  
1. For most PC’s, connect the 15-pin D-Sub RGB connector from  
the back of the PC to the RGB-IN Connector located on the back  
of the display. If you have a PC that is equipped with a DVI  
(Digital Visual Interface), you may connect the PC DVI connec-  
tor from the back of the PC to the DVI-In Connector located on  
the back of the display.  
2. Connect the red (R) and white (L) audio jacks from the PC to the  
R and L jacks located to the left of the S-VIDEO connector. If  
you are using a DVI interface, simply connect the (R) and (L)  
audio jacks to the R and L jacks located to the left of the VIDEO  
1 connector.  
Notes:  
Your PC may have audio jacks in the form of a 3.5mm phono  
plug. If this is the case, you will need to use a phono-plug to  
RCA converter cable in order to connect audio.  
A RGB loop-out labeled “RGB Out” will allow another RGB  
display to be connected. The RGB loop-out will display the  
same signal as the RGB In signal source.  
The physical display resolution is a maximum of 1024x768 dots  
when aspect ratio is set to “4:3”, and 1366x768 dots when set to  
“16:9”. If the PC’s display resolution exceeds these maximums,  
the display will have to artificially eliminate dots in order to fit  
within the physical dot capability of the display; therefore, it is  
possible that the display may not be able to show details with  
adequate clarity.  
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OPERATING THE DISPLAY-BASICS  
POWER(Toggle)  
Powering ON / OFF  
Using Front Panel or Remote Control  
1. Confirm the display is plugged into the wall outlet  
and the main AC switch located in the rear of the  
display is switched to the ON position. If the  
power is plugged in and the AC switch is on, the  
STATUS LED will illuminate a solid yellow color.  
2. Press the POWER button on the front panel or the  
remote control.  
3. The display will now turn on after a brief pause.  
The STATUS LED will now turn green to indicate  
power on status.  
Status LED  
Not Illuminated - No AC  
Power detected  
If the main power switch  
(rear of panel) is turned off,  
this LED will not illuminate.  
Solid Yellow - Standby  
(Power OFF) with AC  
power detected  
4. To turn power off, simply press the POWER but-  
ton on the front panel or the remote control once  
again.  
Using Discrete Power ON/OFF Keys  
The LED will illuminate in  
yellow color if the display is  
shut-off but the main power  
cord is plugged into the back  
of the unit.  
1. The discrete POWER ON/OFF keys sends two dis-  
crete signals to the display.  
2. To turn power on, simply press the POWER ON  
button. If the display is turned on already, pressing  
this button will have no effect.  
Solid Green - Power ON  
3. To turn off power, simply press the POWER OFF  
button. If the display is already turned off, press-  
ing this button will have no effect.  
Discrete  
POWER ON/OFF  
Selecting Signal Source  
Using Front Panel or Remote Control  
1. Press the INPUT key on the front panel or the  
INPUT SELECT key on the remote control.  
2. Pressing the INPUT key will cycle the display thru  
all available input signal sources in the following  
order:  
Input Select  
(Toggle)  
Using Direct Input Selection Keys  
1. If you prefer not to cycle thru all available inputs,  
you can use the Direct Input Selection keys located  
towards the bottom of the remote control.  
2. Simply select the input that you would like to  
switch to and press the Direct Input Selection key  
for that input.  
Direct Input  
Selection Keys  
Notes:  
Some of the Direct Input Selection keys will not be  
applicable for this display.  
For AV mode, use AV1.  
For S-Video, use AV2.  
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Adjusting Sound Volume  
Using Front Panel or Remote Control  
1. To turn up sound volume, press VOLUME + on  
either the front panel of display or on the remote  
control.  
MUTE  
2. To turn down sound volume, press VOLUME - on  
either the front panel of display or on the remote  
control.  
VOLUME +/-  
Using MUTE  
1. If you would like to silence the volume on a tem-  
porary basis, simply press the MUTE key to  
silence the volume.  
2. When the display’s volume is muted, the display  
will display “MUTE” on the upper right corner of  
the screen.  
3. To disengage the mute mode, simply press the  
MUTE key or the VOLUME +/- button again.  
Notes:  
If the display’s built-in speakers are turned off  
using the OSD, then volume controls will not  
affect volume generated by the built-in speaker.  
Volume controls are valid when audio output is set  
to “variable” (See page 19). If audio output is set  
to “fixed”, then volume control is not active.  
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RUNNING HDTV  
Understanding HDTV  
What is Digital Television or DTV?  
Digital TVs are televisions that can receive and display digital television broadcasts sent using any one of  
three following categories: HDTV (High Definition TV), EDTV (Enhanced Digital TV), and SDTV (Standard  
Definition TV).  
What is the Difference Between HDTV, EDTV, and SDTV?  
HDTV, EDTV, and SDTV are three grades of televison or displays. They reference the maximum resolution  
capability of a digital television or display to fully display digital broadcasts without having to “down-con-  
vert” the actual signal content to fit the display’s display limitations. The resolution requirements for each of  
the three DTV classifications and an explanation of the specifications are described below:  
1
2
3
4
Vertical Res. Horizontal Res. Aspect Ratio  
Scan Method  
Interlaced  
Progressive  
1080 lines  
720 lines  
1920 dots  
1280 dots  
16:9 Wide  
16:9 Wide  
HDTV grade televisions and displays are capable of displaying a maximum of either 1080  
lines using interlaced scan method or 720 lines using progressive scan method.  
1
2
3
4
Vertical Res. Horizontal Res. Aspect Ratio  
480 lines 640 dots 4:3  
Scan Method  
Progressive  
EDTV grade televisions and displays are capable of displaying a maximum of 480 lines  
using progressive scan method. All resolutions higher than 480 lines must be reduced to  
480 lines in order to be displayed. Progressive scan method reduces flicker; however, pic-  
ture quality may not necessarily outperform 480 interlaced when viewed at normal view-  
ing distances.  
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2
3
4
Vertical Res. Horizontal Res. Aspect Ratio  
480 lines 640 dots 4:3  
Scan Method  
Interlaced  
SDTV grade televisions and displays are capable of displaying a maximum of 480 lines  
using interlaced scan method. All resolutions higher than 480 lines must be reduced to  
480 lines in order to be displayed.  
1Vertical Resolution (Scan Lines)  
Vertical scan lines refer to the number of horizontal lines a TV or display can display to create an image. As  
the number of lines increase, more information is displayed, resulting in better picture quality.  
2Horizontal Resolution  
Each horizontal line in a TV or display is made up of individual dots (pixels). The higher the number of pixels,  
the finer the TV picture becomes. Horizontal pixel measurements using today's technology can range from  
250 for a VCR to as much as 500 for a DVD player.  
3Aspect Ratio  
Aspect ratio identifies the ratio of the TV screen's width over its height. A 16:9 aspect ratio refers to a wide-  
screen picture format, while a 4:3 refers to a standard “square” TV format.  
4Scan Mode  
Interlaced scanning is a method that creates a TV picture with alternating lines of information and is the cause  
for flickering. Progressive scanning is a method that creates a TV picture with consecutive lines of informa-  
tion that results in flicker-free picture quality.  
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How is a HDTV/EDTV/SDTV Different from a HDTV/EDTV/SDTV display?  
In order to receive digital broadcasts, a digital “receiver” or “decoder” must be used to receive and decode  
digital broadcast signals. Digital decoders can be built into the display itself or they may come in the form of  
a Set Top Box that is added separately to the display. HDTV/EDTV/SDTV displays are digital displays with-  
out a digital decoder built into the television whereas HDTV/EDTV/SDTV Televisions are displays with a  
decoder built-in. HDTV/EDTV/SDTV displays give you the flexibility to add a digital decoder in the future  
when digital broadcasts are more prevalent.  
What is "Down-Convert"?  
Down-convert takes place when a digital broadcast signal exceeds the display capabilities of the display and  
the broadcast signal is reduced to match the television's limited display capabilities. For example, if a TV sta-  
tion broadcasts a digital program using 1080 lines (1080i format) while the display can only display 480 lines,  
the signal is reduced or down-converted to only 480 lines, resulting in lesser information being displayed.  
This plasma display is able to display HDTV format. This means that this display can display  
up to 768 lines using progressive scan format; therefore resolutions lower or higher than  
768 lines must be up-converted or down-converted in order to be displayed. This HDTV  
display includes advanced digital processing circuitry where the up-conversion or down-  
conversion process is done automatically while maximizing picture quality.  
What is "Up-Convert"?  
Up-convert takes place when a digital television's display capabilities exceed the digital broadcast signal and  
the broadcast signal is increased to match the TV's display capabilities. For example, if a TV station broad-  
casts a digital program using 480 lines and the digital television is able to display 1080 lines, the signal is  
increased or “up-converted” to match the TV.  
This display includes advanced digital processing where all traditional analog television and  
video formats (NTSC / PAL) in the form interlaced signals are up-converted to 480 lines pro-  
gressive scan method. Please note that up-conversion may result in some picture artifacts  
because information is being artificially added to the picture.  
Is This Plasma display Compatible with Digital TV / HDTV?  
This plasma display is compatible with digital TV. In order to receive digital television broadcasts, you will  
need to use a “HDTV decoder” or “HDTV Set Top Box” with component video output or RGB video output.  
Please consult your local sales representative prior to purchasing a HDTV decoder or HDTV Set Top Box.  
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ADVANCED FUNCTIONS  
Picture-In-Picture (PIP) / Split Screen  
Turn On PIP or POP Mode  
PIP Mode  
1. Press the PIP key once on the remote control to  
engage in PIP mode. Pressing the PIP again will  
switch to POP mode. Pressing the PIP key sequen-  
tially will cycle between:  
M : AV1  
S : AV2  
Input Source for  
Main Picture  
Input Source for  
Sub Picture  
Sub  
Picture  
Main  
Picture  
POP Mode  
M : AV1  
S : AV2  
Input Source for  
Main Picture  
Input Source for  
Sub Picture  
2. When engaged in PIP mode, a small window is dis-  
played in one of the four corners. The OSD on the  
upper right corner will denote the input selected for  
main picture (large screen) and the sub-picture  
(small screen) displayed.  
Sub Picture  
Main Picture  
3. If switched to POP mode, the screen will be split in  
half. The screen on the left side is the main picture  
and the screen on the right is the sub-picture. The  
OSD on the upper right corner will denote the input  
signal source for both the main and sub-pictures.  
Position 1  
(Default)  
Changing the Sub-Picture Position in PIP  
Mode  
1. Once the PIP mode is turned on, you can switch the  
Notes:  
PIP sub-picture position to any one of the four cor-  
ners of the screen.  
2. Press the POSITION key to switch position. Press-  
ing the POSITION key repeatedly will cycle  
through all four corners of the screen.  
1. POP (4:3) Mode will preserve 4:3 aspect ratio for  
both images displayed in the POP windows.  
2. POP (16:9) Mode will preserve 16:9 aspect ratio  
for both images displayed in the POP windows.  
3. This function is not applicable under POP mode.  
Switching Main and Sub-Pictures (SWAP)  
1. You can swap the main picture and sub-picture  
using the SWAP key. Press the SWAP key once to  
swap. Press the SWAP key again to switch back.  
Changing the Input Source for Sub-Picture  
1. Once the PIP or POP mode is turned on, you can  
change the sub-picture’s input source by pressing  
the SOURCE key.  
2. Pressing the SOURCE key repeatedly will cycle  
through all available inputs for the sub-picture.  
Changing the Input Source for Main Picture  
1. Once the PIP or POP mode is turned on, you can  
change the main picture’s input source by pressing  
the INPUT SELECT key or any one of the  
DIRECT INPUT KEYS.  
All PIP and POP related set-  
tings are also accessible using  
the on-screen Menu display.  
Please see page 15 for details.  
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Picture-In-Picture (PIP) / Split Screen - Con’t  
Notes:  
PIP mode can only be turned on if the display’s input is set to: AV, S-Video, Component 1and 2. If the dis-  
play’s main input is set to RGB or DVI, the PIP and POP will not function.  
If the display’s input is set to Component 1 or Component 2, the PIP will only turn on if the input signal  
source is compatible with 15KHz signals such as 480i and Y/C /C signals.  
B
R
When changing input source for sub-pictures to Component 1 and Component 2, only 15KHz compatible  
signals such as 480i and Y/C /C will result in a video picture display. If another signal other than 15KHz  
B
R
is detected, the sub-picture may display distorted video signals.  
Once PIP is turned off, the next time you return on PIP mode, the position of the sub-window will start at  
default position.  
Accessing PIP and POP Modes using OSD  
You can also use the OSD menu to access the same PIP and POP mode functions. To access these modes  
using OSD:  
1. Press the MENU +/- keys on the remote or the front control panel.  
2. Use the ADJ +/- keys to switch to “PIP/POP” Menu.  
3. Make sure that the “Picture” OSD menu below is displayed.  
4. Use the MENU +/- keys to move up and down to choose the sub-category you wish to change.  
5. Use the ADJ +/- keys to actually change the setting.  
PIP On/Off  
Input Source Selection  
PIP Window Position  
1. Choose between FIXED or VARIABLE windows position.  
2. If set to FIXED, the PIP window can be set in any one of the four  
corners of the screen. Use H-LOCATION and V-LOCATION to  
set the position of the window.  
3. If set to VARIABLE, the PIP window can be variably set to any-  
where on the screen using H-LOCATION and V-LOCATION.  
PIP Window SWAP  
1. By default, the OSD will always display DISABLE. To swap the  
main and sub windows, use the ADJ +/- key to switch to  
ENABLE. Once the swap is complete, the OSD will return to  
display DISABLE.  
POP On/Off  
Input Source Selection  
Screen Rate (Aspect Ratio Control)  
1. When split screen picture is turned on, you can change the aspect  
ratio for the image displayed.  
2. Choose FULL to show a full screen image. The displayed image  
may appear distorted because the display has to manipulate the  
image so that it fits within the smaller window.  
3. Choose 4:3 to show an image in native 4:3 aspect ratio within the  
POP windows. Small black bars are added in order to maintain a  
true 4:3 aspect ratio.  
4. Choose 16:9 to show an image in wide-screen aspect ratio within  
the POP windows. Small black bars are added in order to main-  
tain a true 16:9 aspect ratio.  
PIP Window SWAP  
1. By default, the OSD will always display DISABLE. To swap the  
main (left) and sub (right) windows, use the ADJ +/- key to  
switch to ENABLE. Once the swap is complete, the OSD will  
return to display DISABLE.  
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Widescreen (16:9 Aspect Ratio) Viewing Modes  
Understanding Widescreen Modes  
This plasma display is capable of displaying a widescreen image on the native  
16:9 aspect ratio screen. However, not all available broadcast or video con-  
tent fits perfectly in a widescreen (16:9) format resulting in unused screen  
space. Please use the following guidelines to determine suitable widescreen  
viewing modes available that best support the type of broadcast / video con-  
tent you wish to display. All widescreen viewing modes are available by  
pressing the WIDE key. Pressing the WIDE key will repeatedly cycle  
through:  
For 4:3 Aspect Ratio (Square) Content  
For Widescreen Content  
Content from TV, VCR, and some DVD’s are format- Many popular DVD titles are “anamorphic” (wide-  
ted using a “square” 4:3 format:  
screen); however, there are two predominant  
“anamorphic” (widescreen) aspect ratios: 2.35:1 and  
1.85:1. When 2.35:1 content is displayed on this  
16:9 widescreen display, you will notice smaller  
black bars on top or bottom of the screen. When a  
1.85:1 content is displayed, you will still see black  
bars, but not as large as 2.35:1.  
Then we recommend the following three viewing  
options:  
4:3  
(NORMAL)  
16:9 (FULL)  
PANORAMA  
If you do not want to see the black bars when playing  
The original 4:3 The original 4:3 back a widescreen movie, you can set to ZOOM 2 or  
ZOOM 3 to fully stretch the image.  
In 4:3 mode, the image is propor- image is  
original 4:3  
tionally  
stretched only  
image is pre-  
stretched to fill on the left and  
served but black the entire  
bars are added to screen.  
the extra space  
right sides to fill  
the screen, leav-  
ing the center  
image  
ZOOM: 1  
ZOOM: 2  
ZOOM: 3  
on the left and  
Zoom1 shifts the Zoom 2 is set to Zoom 3 is set to  
right.  
unchanged.  
image up to  
stretch 1.85:1  
stretch 2.35:1  
content to full  
facilitate the dis- content to full  
play of sub-  
titles.  
screen eliminat- screen eliminat-  
ing the black  
bars.  
ing the black  
bars.  
Notes:  
1. 4:3 and Panorama modes are not available when zoom mode is engaged.  
2. When using Component 1 and Component 2 inputs to display 480p, 1080i or 720p, Panorama mode is not  
available.  
3. When using RGB or DVI inputs, only 4:3 and 16:9 modes are available.  
4. Do not stay in 4:3 mode for an extended period, as this may cause a permanent after-image to remain on  
your screen.  
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Widescreen Viewing Modes (Con’t)  
Accessing Widescreen Viewing Modes using OSD  
You can also use the OSD menu to access the same wide-  
screen and zoom mode functions. To access these modes  
using OSD:  
1. Press the MENU +/- keys on the remote or the front  
control panel.  
2. Make sure that the following “Picture” OSD menu is  
displayed.  
3. Use the MENU +/- keys to navigate to SCREEN  
WIDTH and use the ADJ +/- keys to switch between  
4:3, 16:9 or PANORAMA.  
4. Use the MENU +/- keys to navigate to ZOOM and use  
the ADJ +/- keys to switch between zoom 1,2 or 3.  
Please note that this function is not accessible unless  
the SCREEN WIDTH is set to “16:9”.  
On-Screen Display (OSD) Settings  
Accessing OSD Settings Menu  
You can set various OSD display settings from the OSD menu.  
1. Press the MENU +/- keys on the remote or the front control panel.  
2. Use the ADJ +/- keys to navigate to “OTHER” OSD sub-menu as displayed below.  
OSD Timeout  
Turns on OSD timer when set to ON. When set to ON, the OSD will  
automatically disappear from the display if no key action is detected  
for the set number of seconds. If set to OFF, then OSD will remain  
on the screen.  
OSD Time Setting  
Sets the number of seconds the OSD will remain active on the  
display before turning itself off. OSD TIMEOUT must be set to ON  
for this setting to function.  
OSD Brightness  
Sets the brightness level of OSD screen between 1 and 10.  
OSD Background  
You can set the OSD menu’s background to transparent or with a  
blue background. Set to OFF if you want a transparent setting. Set  
to ON if you want a blue background.  
Note: To prevent permanent after-image, we strongly suggest to turn  
“OSD TIMEOUT” to ON.  
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Sleep Timer Settings  
Setting Sleep Timer Using OSD  
To set the sleep timer using the OSD screen:  
1. Press the MENU +/- keys on the remote or the front control panel.  
2. Use the ADJ +/- keys to navigate to “OTHER” OSD sub-menu as dis-  
played below.  
3. Use the MENU +/- keys to navigate to SLEEP function.  
4. Use the ADJ +/- keys to set to ON.  
5. The display will function normally until the 1-minute mark. At the 1-  
minute mark, the sleep timer will display a second by second count-  
down clock to notify that you that the display is about to turn off.  
Sleep Timer On/Off  
To turn on sleep timer, switch to  
ON position. To turn OFF sleep  
timer, switch to OFF.  
Timer Setting  
You can set the turn-off timer  
from 1 to 120 minutes. Use the  
ADJ +/- keys to set any number  
between 1 and 120.  
Setting Sleep Timer Using Remote Control  
To set the sleep timer using the remote control:  
1. Press the SLEEP TIMER key on the remote. This will display the  
sleep timer display on the upper right corner of screen.  
2. Pressing the SLEEP TIMER key again will cycle the sleep timer  
through all the preset times.  
3. When setting is complete, simply press the DISPLAY key to hide the  
sleep timer display. Your sleep timer is now running in the back-  
ground.  
4. The display will function normally until the 1-minute mark. At the 1-  
minute mark, the sleep timer will display a second by second count-  
down clock to notify that the display is about to turn off.  
5. If you wish to turn the sleep timer OFF before it shuts itself off, sim-  
ply press the SLEEP TIMER key again and cycle through all the pre-  
set times until “SLEEP: OFF” is displayed.  
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Variable and Fixed Audio Output  
Setting Output Using OSD  
You can set the type of output this display outputs from its audio output jack located in the rear of the display.  
By using an OSD based switch, you can easily choose between variable or fixed audio outputs. To set the  
audio output setting:  
1. Press the MENU +/- keys on the remote or the front control panel.  
2. Use the ADJ +/- keys to navigate to “SOUND” OSD sub-menu.  
3. Use the MENU +/- keys to select the AUDIO OUTPUT option.  
4. Use the ADJ +/- keys to change setting between FIXED or VARIABLE.  
AUDIO OUTPUT  
Sets the type of audio output sent from the audio output jacks located  
in the rear of display.  
VARIABLE  
When set to Variable, audio output is affected by the display’s  
internal audio controls including bass, treble, surround, BBE, bass  
extension, and volume.  
FIXED  
When set to Fixed, the audio output bypasses the display’s inter-  
nal audio control so that functions such as bass, treble, surround,  
BBE, bass extension, and volume controls have no effect.  
Sound Adjustments  
Sound Adjustments Using OSD  
Sound adjustments are available to enhance the sound performance of the display. These adjustments will  
affect the display’s built-in speakers and the AUDIO OUTPUT jacks when set to “Variable” (see above sec-  
tion). To access sound adjustments:  
1. Press the MENU +/- keys on the remote or the front control panel.  
2. Use the ADJ +/- keys to navigate to “SOUND” OSD sub-menu.  
3. Use the MENU +/- keys to select the various options described in this section.  
BASS  
Adjusts the BASS level of the sound. For more bass response,  
increase the BASS level.  
TREBLE  
Adjusts the TREBLE level of the sound. For more vocal and high  
frequency response, increase the TREBLE level.  
BALANCE  
Adjusts the BALANCE level between LEFT and RIGHT channels.  
A value of 50 is the center point between LEFT and RIGHT. To shift  
the sound towards the RIGHT, increase the value up to 100. To shift  
the sound towards the LEFT, reduce the value down to 1.  
SRS® Surround Sound and BBE® Sound  
This display is equipped with SRS® Surround Sound and BBE®  
Sound Maximizer circuitry. Use SRS Surround Sound to simulate a  
surround sound effect if you are not using a multi-channel sound  
setup. Use the BBE Sound Maximizer when using the display to  
playback live performance related audio programs.  
Switching OFF Built-In Speakers  
This display is equipped with built-in speakers. You can switch the internal speakers ON or OFF using the  
OSD. Because these speakers are general purpose, you may consider switching them OFF during hi-fidelity  
playback of movies or other content.  
INNER SPEAKER ON/OFF  
Set to ON to turn on the displays internal speakers. Set to OFF to  
turn off internal speakers. This setting will not affect AUDIO  
OUTPUT jacks.  
BASS EXTENSION  
Bass extension extends the level of BASS output by the display. This  
function is automatically set to OFF if the INNER SPKR is turned  
ON to protect the internal speaker from damage. This function will  
affect the BASS performance only through AUDIO OUTPUT jacks  
and when the AUDIO OUTPUT setting is set to VARIABLE.  
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Signal Frequency Information Display  
Displaying Frequency of Signal  
This display is capable of displaying the frequency level of the signal being displayed. To see signal fre-  
quency information:  
1. Press the MENU +/- keys on the remote or the front control panel.  
2. Use the ADJ +/- keys to navigate to the “OTHER” OSD sub-menu.  
INPUT H-FREQ (KHZ)  
Displays the horizontal signal frequency of the signal currently  
displayed. Please use the frequency cross reference tables below to  
see which type of signal is being displayed under various input  
modes.  
INPUT V-FREQ (HZ)  
Displays the vertical signal frequency of the signal currently  
displayed. Please use the frequency cross reference tables below to  
see which type of signal is being displayed under various input  
modes.  
When Using RGB & DVI Inputs  
When Using AV1 and AV2 Inputs  
Mode Horizontal Vertical Format  
Refresh  
60  
72  
75  
85  
56  
60  
72  
75  
85  
60  
70  
75  
Horizontal Vertical  
Format  
NTSC Video  
PAL Video  
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
31.469  
37.861  
37.500  
43.269  
35.156  
37.879  
48.077  
46.875  
53.674  
48.364  
56.476  
60.023  
68.677  
63.981  
59.940 640x480 (VGA)  
72.809 640x480 (VGA)  
75.000 640x480 (VGA)  
85.008 640x480 (VGA)  
56.250 800x600 (SVGA)  
60.317 800x600 (SVGA)  
72.188 800x600 (SVGA)  
75.000 800x600 (SVGA)  
85.061 800x600 (SVGA)  
60.004 1024x768 (XGA)  
70.069 1024x768 (XGA)  
75.029 1024x768 (XGA)  
84.997 1024x768 (XGA)  
15.7  
15.6  
60  
50  
When Using Component 1 & 2 Inputs  
Horizontal Vertical  
Format  
NTSC Video  
PAL Video  
480i (SDTV)  
480P (EDTV)  
1080i (HDTV)  
720P (HDTV)  
15.7  
15.6  
15.7  
31.5  
33.0  
45.0  
60  
50  
60  
60  
60  
60  
9
10  
11  
12  
13  
14  
85  
60.020 1280x1024 (SXGA) 60  
75.025 1280x1024 (SXGA) 75  
85.024 1280x1024 (SXGA) 85  
15* 79.976  
16* 91.146  
18  
19  
31.469  
31.469  
70.087 720x400 (DOS)  
50.030 640x480 (VGA)  
60.000 1280x720P (HDTV) 60  
60.000 1920x1080i (HDTV) 60  
70  
50  
20* 45.000  
21* 33.750  
22  
23  
24  
25  
26  
27  
31.469  
31.720  
35.000  
49.725  
68.681  
33.559  
70.087 640x350 (VGA)  
60.410 852x480 (WVGA) 60  
66.667 640x480 (Apple)  
74.550 832x624 (Apple)  
75.062 1152x870 (Apple) 75  
59.873 1024x1024i 60(i)  
70  
67  
75  
Notes:  
When using RGB mode, the OSD will display a mode  
number that references the table above.  
Modes 15, 16, 20, 21, 31 under RGB mode is not available  
when using with DVI input.  
Modes 24-26 are for use with Apple Macintosh comput-  
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ADJUSTING PICTURE  
For AV / S-Video  
Accessing Picture Adjustment Mode  
Various picture adjustments can be set using the Picture  
Adjustment OSD menu. To access the OSD menu:  
1. Press the MENU +/- keys on the remote or the front con-  
trol panel.  
2. The first menu displayed is the PICTURE menu. Make  
sure that the “Picture” OSD menu is displayed.  
3. Use the MENU +/- keys to move up and down to choose  
the option you wish to adjust. An explanation of each  
adjustment is listed below.  
4. Use the ADJ +/- keys to change the setting.  
CONTRAST  
Notes:  
Adjust Contrast to increase the level of “white” in the video picture.  
These controls are avail-  
able when input selection  
is set to: AV1 and AV2  
Increasing contrast will make white areas of the video picture  
brighter. Contrast works in conjuction with BRIGHTNESS.  
BRIGHTNESS  
Adjust brightness to enhance the level of dark areas in the video  
picture such as night scenes and shadow scenes. Increasing  
brightness will make dark areas more visible.  
(S) inputs.  
To restore picture settings  
to the factory defaults,  
simply press the RECALL  
key from the remote con-  
trol.  
COLOR  
Use color to adjust the color saturation of the video picture.  
Increasing color will make the color more intense. Reducing color  
setting will make the color less intense.  
TINT  
Use tint to adjust the color of fleshtones. Increasing the tint setting will shift  
the picture with more cyan (more green appearance). Decreasing the setting  
will shift the picture with more magenta (more red appearance).  
SHARPNESS  
Use sharpness to adjust the amount of detail enhancement to the video  
picture. Increase the setting will enhance the edges of objects in the  
video picture. Decreasing the setting will reduce enhancement.  
COLOR TEMPERATURE  
Select the color temperature for white balance. There are four settings  
to choose from: (1) 6500D - sets the white balance to 6500D; (2) LOW -  
sets to 5400K; (3) MID - sets to 9300K; (4) HIGH - sets to 13800K  
CLOCK PHASE  
Use clock phase to fine-tune the display to perfectly synchronize the  
video’s signal source. This function is not applicable in this mode.  
SCREEN WIDTH  
Use to change various screen width modes. See page 16 for more  
information.  
ZOOM  
Use to change various digital zoom modes. See page 16 for more  
information.  
Notes:  
1. Each of the (4) color temperature settings may not be exactly equal to the temperature setting as defined;  
however, it will be approximately close.  
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For Component Video  
Accessing Picture Adjustment Mode  
Various picture adjustments can be set using the Picture  
Adjustment OSD menu. To access the OSD menu:  
1. Press the MENU +/- keys on the remote or the front con-  
trol panel.  
2. The first menu displayed is the PICTURE menu. Make  
sure that the “Picture” OSD menu is displayed.  
3. Use the MENU +/- keys to move up and down to choose  
the option you wish to adjust. An explanation of each  
adjustment is listed below.  
4. Use the ADJ +/- keys to change the setting.  
CONTRAST  
Notes:  
Adjust Contrast to increase the level of “white” in the video picture.  
These controls are avail-  
able when input selection  
is set to: Component 1 and  
Component 2 inputs.  
To restore picture settings  
to the factory defaults,  
simply press the RECALL  
key from the remote con-  
trol.  
Increasing contrast will make white areas of the video picture  
brighter. Contrast works in conjuction with BRIGHTNESS.  
BRIGHTNESS  
Adjust brightness to enhance the level of dark areas in the video  
picture such as night scenes and shadow scenes. Increasing  
brightness will make dark areas more visible.  
COLOR  
Use color to adjust the color saturation of the video picture.  
Increasing color will make the color more intense. Reducing color  
setting will make the color less intense.  
TINT  
Use tint to adjust the color of fleshtones. Increasing the tint setting will shift  
the picture with more cyan (more green appearance). Decreasing the setting  
will shift the picture with more magenta (more red appearance).  
SHARPNESS  
Use sharpness to adjust the amount of detail enhancement to the video  
picture. Increase the setting will enhance the edges of objects in the  
video picture. Decreasing the setting will reduce enhancement.  
COLOR TEMPERATURE  
Select the color temperature for white balance. There are four settings  
to choose from: (1) 6500D - sets the white balance to 6500D; (2) LOW -  
sets to 5400K; (3) MID - sets to 9300K; (4) HIGH - sets to 13800K  
CLOCK PHASE  
Use clock phase to fine-tune the display to perfectly synchronize the  
video’s signal source. This function is not applicable in this mode.  
SCREEN WIDTH  
Use to change various screen width modes. See page 16 for more  
information.  
ZOOM  
Use to change various digital zoom modes. See page 16 for more  
information.  
GEOMETRIC ADJUST  
Use to access Geometric Adjust sub-menu. See page 23 for more  
information.  
Notes:  
1. Each of the (4) color temperature settings may not be exactly equal to the temperature setting as defined;  
however, it will be approximately close.  
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Accessing Geometric Adjust Mode  
Various geometric adjustment can be set using the GEO-  
MERIC ADJUST submenu. To access the GEOMERIC  
ADJUST submenu:  
1. Press the Menu +/- keys on the remote or the front control  
panel.  
2. The first menu displayed is the PICTURE menu. Make  
sure that the “Picture” OSD menu is displayed.  
3. Use the MENU +/- keys to scroll to the “GEOMETRIC  
ADJUST” selection.  
4. Press the ADJ +/- keys to set the selection to “ON”. As  
soon as you press the button, the GEOMETRIC ADJUST  
submenu will be displayed.  
5. Use the MENU +/- keys to move up and down to choose  
the option you wish to adjust. An explanation of each  
adjustment is listed below.  
6. Use the ADJ +/- keys to change the setting.  
V-SIZE  
Use to change vertical size of the picture. Increase to enlarge the picture size in the vertical  
direction. Decrease to reduce the picture size in the vertical direction.  
V-CENTER  
Use to change vertical position of the picture. Increase to shift the picture up. Decrease to shift  
the picture down.  
H-WIDTH  
Use to change horizontal size of the picture. Increase to enlarge the picture size in the horizontal  
direction. Decrease to reduce the picture size in the horizontal direction.  
H-POSITION  
Use to change horizontal position of the picture. Increase to shift the picture to the right.  
Decrease to shift the picture to the left.  
RETURN  
Return to “PICTURE” OSD menu.  
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For RGB / DVI  
Accessing Picture Adjustment Mode  
Various picture adjustments can be set using the Picture  
Adjustment OSD menu. To access the OSD menu:  
1. Press the MENU +/- keys on the remote or the front  
control panel.  
2. The first menu displayed is the PICTURE menu.  
Make sure that the “Picture” OSD menu is displayed.  
3. Use the MENU +/- keys to move up and down to  
choose the option you wish to adjust. An explanation  
of each adjustment is listed below.  
4. Use the ADJ +/- keys to change the setting.  
CONTRAST  
Notes:  
Adjust Contrast to increase the level of “white” in the video picture.  
Increasing contrast will make white areas of the video picture  
brighter. Contrast works in conjuction with BRIGHTNESS.  
These controls are  
available when input  
selection is set to:  
BRIGHTNESS  
Adjust brightness to enhance the level of dark areas in the video  
picture such as night scenes and shadow scenes. Increasing  
brightness will make dark areas more visible.  
RGB or DVI inputs.  
To restore picture  
settings to the factory  
defaults, simply press  
the RECALL key  
from the remote  
control.  
COLOR TEMPERATURE  
Select the color temperature for white balance. There are four settings  
to choose from: (1) 6500D - sets the white balance to 6500D; (2) LOW -  
sets to 5400K; (3) MID - sets to 9300K; (4) HIGH - sets to 13800K  
CLOCK PHASE  
Use clock phase to fine-tune the display to perfectly synchronize  
the video’s signal source.  
SCREEN WIDTH  
Use to change various screen width modes. There are two  
selections available: 16:9 and 4:3. Please see page 17 for more  
information.  
V-SIZE  
Use to change vertical size of the picture. Increase to enlarge the  
picture size in the vertical direction. Decrease to reduce the picture  
size in the vertical direction.  
V-CENTER  
Use to change vertical position of the picture. Increase to shift the  
picture up. Decrease to shift the picture down.  
H-WIDTH  
Use to change horizontal size of the picture. Increase to enlarge the  
picture size in the horizontal direction. Decrease to reduce the  
picture size in the horizontal direction.  
H-POSITION  
Use to change horizontal position of the picture. Increase to shift  
the picture to the right. Decrease to shift the picturn to the left.  
Notes:  
1. Each of the (4) color temperature settings may not be exactly equal to the temperature setting as defined;  
however, it will be approximately close.  
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SPECIFICATIONS  
Display Panel  
Screen size  
Diagonal 42 inch  
Number of pixels  
Pixel Pitch  
Chromatically  
1024 (Horizontal, RGB Trio) x 1024(Vertical)pixels  
0.92mm x 0.52mm  
x = 0.27±0.03, y = 0.27±0.03 (color temperature mode 1) at center block white  
pattern 100% (mosaic).  
Power Source  
Input voltage  
100 ~ 240 Vac , 50 / 60 Hz  
5.0A  
Input current  
Inrush current  
Power consumption  
60 A p-p/20ms Max.  
370±10% Watts ( at 110Vac/color bar pattern)  
Stand-by & Power Save 6 Watts Max. (at 110Vac)  
Connection  
Connector Types  
RCA Jack for audio, video Y/C /C and Y/P /P  
R
B
R
B
6 pin Din S-terminal  
9 pin D-SUB  
15 pin D-SUB  
24 pin DVI  
Video/S-Video Signal  
Type  
Analog  
Positive  
Polarity  
Amplitude d.  
Frequency  
Video 1Vp-p , (priority S-Video) Y=1Vp-p C=0.300p-p  
H: 15.734KHz V: 60Hz (NTSC)  
H: 15.625KHz V: 50Hz (PAL)  
75 ohms  
Input impedance  
Y/C /C or Y/P /P Signal (Component 1 & 2)  
B
R
B
R
Type  
Polarity  
Amplitude  
Analog  
Positive  
AV: 1Vp-p (with sync)  
S-Video: Y: 1Vp-p ,C: 0.286Vp-p  
Frequency  
Y/C /C  
H: 15.734KHz ,V: 60Hz (NTSC)  
H: 15.625KHz ,V: 50Hz (PAL)  
B
R
Y/P /P : HDTV  
B
R
1. 31.5KHz/60Hz (480P)  
2. 45KHz/60Hz (720P)  
3. 33.7KHz/60Hz(1080I)  
RGB Signal  
Type  
TTL  
Polarity  
Amplitude  
Frequency  
Positive or Negative  
RGB: 0.7Vp-p  
H: support to 31K~91KHz  
V: support to 50~85Hz  
DVI Signal  
Type  
Digital  
Polarity  
Frequency  
Positive or Negative  
H: support to 31K~69KHz  
V: support to 50~85Hz  
Audio Signal  
Analog  
500mV rms /more than 22K ohm  
150mV+/-3db  
Input  
Output  
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Pin Assignments For D-SUB Connector (In / Loop Out)  
Pin Signal Assignment Pin Signal Assignment Pin Signal Assignment  
1
2
3
4
5
RED  
6
7
8
9
RED GND  
GREEN GND  
BLUE GND  
NC  
11 GND  
12 SDA  
13 H-SYNC  
14 V-SYNC  
15 SCL  
GREEN  
BLUE  
GND  
GND  
10 GND  
Pin Assignments For 24 Pin DVI Connector (Digital Only)  
Pin Signal Assignment  
Pin Signal Assignment  
TMDS Data 1-  
10 TMDS Data 1+  
Pin Signal Assignment  
17 TMDS Data 0-  
18 TMDS Data 0+  
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
TMDS Data 2-  
TMDS Data 2+  
9
TMDS Data 2/4 Shield 11 TMDS Data 1/3 Shield 19 TMDS Data 0/5 Shield  
TMDS Data 4-  
TMDS Data 4+  
DDC Clock  
DDC Data  
12 TMDS Data 3-  
13 TMDS Data 3+  
14 +5V Power  
15 Ground (For +5V)  
16 Hot Plug Detect  
20 TMDS Data 5-  
21 TMDS Data 5+  
22 TMDS Clock Shield  
23 TMDS Clock +  
24 TMDS Clock -  
No Connect  
Display Formats  
Refresh Horizontal Vertical  
V-Sync  
H-Sync  
Mode  
No.  
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
Rate  
(Hz)  
60  
72  
75  
85  
56  
60  
72  
75  
85  
60  
70  
75  
85  
Frequency Frequency Polariy  
Polarity Dot rate  
Resolution  
(K Hz)  
31.469  
37.861  
37.500  
43.269  
35.156  
37.879  
48.077  
46.875  
53.674  
48.364  
56.476  
60.023  
68.677  
63.981  
79.976  
91.146  
31.469  
31.469  
45.000  
33.750  
31.469  
31.720  
35.000  
49.725  
68.681  
60.000  
(Hz)  
(TTL)  
-
-
-
(TTL)  
(MHz)  
25.175  
31.500  
31.500  
36.000  
36.000  
40.000  
50.000  
49.500  
56.250  
65.000  
75.000  
78.750  
94.500  
108.00  
135.00  
157.50  
28.322  
25.175  
74.250  
74.250  
25.175  
30.000  
30.240  
57.283  
100.00  
108.00  
640(VGA)x480  
640(VGA)x480  
640(VGA)x480  
640(VGA)x480  
800(SVGA)x600  
800(SVGA)x600  
800(SVGA)x600  
800(SVGA)x600  
800(SVGA)x600  
1024(XGA)x768  
1024(XGA)x768  
1024(XGA)x768  
1024(XGA)x768  
59.940  
72.809  
75.000  
85.008  
56.250  
60.317  
72.188  
75.000  
85.061  
60.004  
70.069  
75.029  
84.997  
60.020  
75.025  
85.024  
70.087  
50.030  
60.000  
60.000  
70.087  
60.410  
66.667  
74.550  
75.062  
60.000  
-
-
-
-
+
+
+
+
+
-
-
+
+
+
+
+
-
8
9
10  
11  
12  
13  
14  
15*  
16*  
18  
19  
20*  
21*  
22  
23  
24  
25  
26  
27  
-
-
+
+
+
+
+
+
-
+
+
-
+
+
+
+
+
-
1280(SXGA)x1024 60  
1280(SXGA)x1024 75  
1280(SXGA)x1024 85  
720(DOS)x400  
640(VGA)x480  
70  
50  
-
1280(HDTV)x720P 60  
1920(HDTV)x1080I 60(I)  
+
+
+
-
-
-
640(VGA)x350  
852(WGA)x480  
640x480  
832x624  
1152x870  
70  
60  
67  
75  
75  
60  
-
-
-
-
-
+
1280x960  
+
Notes:  
*These modes are not supported in DVI mode.  
Modes 24-26 are for use with Apple Macintosh computers.  
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Y/P /P For Component 1 and 2  
B
R
Mode Resolution  
Refresh Rate  
1
2
3
640 x 480P  
1920 x 1080I  
1280 x 720P  
60  
60  
60  
Maximum Resolution  
SXGA 1280 x 1024 (VGA Mode)  
Dimensions  
Without Stand  
With Stand  
Width  
Height  
Depth  
49.45in./1040mm  
30.00in./648mm  
4.23in./95mm  
49.45in./1040mm  
31.89in./690mm  
11.81in./375mm  
Package Dimensions  
Width  
Height  
Depth  
56.54in./1230mm  
44.29in./960mm  
18.50in./470mm  
Weight  
Net weight  
Gross weight  
77.2 lbs/35 Kgs (w/ stand)  
101.41 lbs/46 Kgs  
Operating  
Temperature  
Relative humidity 20~80%  
0~+40°C (32~104°F)  
Pressure  
800~1114hpa (0~2000m)  
Non-Operating  
Temperature  
Relative humidity 20~80%  
-5~+45°C (23~113°F)  
Pressure  
700~1114hpa (0~3000m)  
Acoustics  
(IHF A-weighted 1meter) 40dB Max.  
Sound  
Residual hum (at volume max)  
Practical max. Audio output (at 10% THD max.)  
1.0vp-p  
500µW Max.  
1K Hz input5W +5W Max. /4 ohm  
1% Max.  
Sound distortion (at 250 mw 1K Hz)  
Audio output (input at 1.4V  
)
>=1.0 V  
P-P  
P-P  
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Emission Requirement  
The unit meets the EMI limits in all screen modes as qualified by FCC class B part 15.  
Power Management  
Mode  
Normal  
Stand-by  
Power saving  
H-sync  
Pulse  
No pulse  
Pulse  
V-sync  
Pulse  
No pulse  
No pulse  
No pulse  
Video  
Active  
No video  
blanked  
Pulse  
Power dissipation  
Normal power  
Power off  
Less than 5 watts  
This Plasma display is Energy star compliant when used with a computer equipped with DPMS.  
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WALL MOUNT (OPTION)  
Rear View  
Note:  
Follow mount bracket instruction included in mounting kit.  
This type of equipment is to be installed by qualified installers, please contact with authorized dealer for  
installation.  
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APPENDIX  
TV TUNER SETTING  
NTSC TV Tuner Setting  
TV / Cable TV Connections  
Connecting to TV or Cable TV  
1. Confirm your display is equipped with a TV tuner. You can  
tell by looking at the connection jacks located on the back of  
the display. If there is a threaded-screw type of connector  
(called the RF connector), then you have a TV tuner. If you  
do not see this type of connector, then you do not have a TV  
tuner installed.  
2. Connect the RF cable from the antenna or cable socket to  
the RF connector labeled as “ANT” on the back of the dis-  
play.  
Notes:  
You can still receive TV or Cable TV reception without the  
TV tuner if you have a VCR with a built-in TV tuner con-  
nected to the back of the display. See instructions included  
in your VCR for instructions on how to attach a VCR to this  
display.  
Important Safety Instructions: Outdoor Antenna Grounding  
If an outside antenna or cable system is connected to the TV  
receiver, be sure the antenna or cable system is grounded so  
as to provide some protection against voltage surges and  
built-up static charges.  
Section 810 of the National Electrical Code (NEC) provides  
information with respect to proper grounding of the mast and  
supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in wire to an  
antenna discharge unit, size of grounding conductors, loca-  
tion of antenna discharge unit, connection to grounding elec-  
trodes, and requirements for the grounding electrode.  
Example of antenna grounding as per National Electrical  
Code is as the right picture.  
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Remote Control  
Standby Power On/Off  
Sound Mute On/Off  
Push this button to turn on the display  
from Standby mode. Push it again to turn  
off to Standby mode.  
Volume +/-  
Turns volume up or down.  
Channel UP/DOWN  
Change TV channels  
sequentially by pressing +/-.  
Number Keypad  
Use number keypad to select the  
TV channel you want to watch.  
SWAP  
This key swaps the main and  
sub picture windows under  
PIP or POP modes.  
QuickView  
Use Quick View key to recall the  
last TV channel watched.(See  
page 33)  
PIP (Picture-in-Picture  
Button)  
Turns on PIP (Picture-in-Picture)  
mode and POP (Side-by-Side)  
(See page 14)  
PIP Position  
This key changes the PIP sub-  
window to 4 different corner  
locations.  
(See Page 14)  
PIP/POP Source  
Changes the input source of the  
PIP or POP sub-window. (See  
Page 14)  
Input Select  
Press to select input signal  
modes sequentially.  
Favorite Channel  
(See Page 10)  
Recalls TV channels  
programmed using favorite  
channel memory. (See page 34)  
MENU Adjustment  
1 Show OSD menu by pressing  
Ï or Ð key or MENU key.  
2 Scroll thru the major OSD  
Closed Captioning  
Turns on Closed Caption Mode.  
category using Í or Î key.  
3 Press the Ï and Ð keys  
again to select sub-options  
within the category.  
4 Press ÍorÎ keys to change  
the actual sub-option setting.  
V-Chip  
Engages V-Chip protection  
circuitry settings. (See page 35)  
MTS Stereo  
Recall  
Engages MTS stereo reception  
for TV. (See page 33)  
Recalls default picture  
settings. (See Page 21)  
Channel Lock / Fav. Set  
Display  
Press to show the status of  
the display.  
Engages Channel Lock and  
Favorites Channel Setup Menu.  
(See page 34)  
Sleep Timer  
Engages Sleep Timer Settings.  
(See Page 18)  
AV Mode (PIP/POP On)  
AV1 Main Source  
AV2  
PIP/POP Source  
PIP  
Discrete Power ON/OFF  
Press OFF to send display into  
Standby mode. Press ON to  
power on from standby mode.  
(See Page 10)  
Component Mode  
Component 1  
1080i  
Main Source  
Incoming Signal  
RGB Mode  
RGB Main Source  
M:06 Display Mode  
(See Page 20)  
Direct Input Selection Keys  
WIDE  
Directly change input signal  
selection by pressing the  
appropriate key.(Note: TV key is  
not applicable to this display.)  
Toggles between various  
aspect ratio settings. (See  
Page 16)  
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Selecting Signal Source  
Using Front Panel or Remote Control  
1. Press the INPUT key on the front panel or the  
INPUT SELECT key on the remote control.  
2. Pressing the INPUT key will cycle the display thru  
all available input signal sources in the following  
order:  
Input Select  
(Toggle)  
Using Direct Input Selection Keys  
1. If you prefer not to cycle thru all available inputs,  
you can use the Direct Input Selection keys located  
towards the bottom of the remote control.  
2. Simply select the input that you would like to  
switch to and press the Direct Input Selection key  
for that input.  
Direct Input  
Selection Keys  
Notes:  
Some of the Direct Input Selection keys will not be  
applicable for this display.  
For AV mode, use AV1.  
For S-Video, use AV2.  
Changing Channels  
Using Remote Control  
1. Switch input to TV mode.  
2. The display will now display the current channel on  
the upper right corner of screen.  
CHANNEL +/-  
3. To change channels, press either CHANNEL +/-  
button or number keypad on the remote control.  
Using Front Panel & OSD Menu  
1. Switch input to TV mode.  
2. Press the MENU +/- Key to display OSD  
3. Press the ADJ + Key a few times until the TV menu  
(see sample to the right) within the OSD is dis-  
played.  
4. Press the MENU - Key once to scroll down to  
“CHANNEL”.  
MENU +/-  
VOLUME +/-  
(ADJ +/-)  
5. Press the ADJ +/- Key to adjust the TV channel.  
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TV Tuner Settings  
Accessing the TV Settings Menu  
If your display is equipped with the optional tuner module, available TV tuner settings can be displayed by:  
1. Press the MENU +/- keys on the remote or the front control panel.  
2. Use the ADJ +/- keys to navigate to “TV” OSD sub-menu as displayed below.  
3. Use the MENU +/- keys to select the option you would like to set. A description of each option is  
described in this section.  
4. Use the ADJ +/- keys to change actual settings.  
MTS  
Sets stereo reception settings for the TV tuner. This function is also  
accessible using the remote control’s MTS key. Pressing the MTS  
key will cycle the tuner through all three settings.  
STEREO  
Set status to STEREO to receive stereo reception from TV broad-  
casts when available. Not all TV broadcasts are transmitted with  
stereo sound capability.  
MONO  
Set status to MONO to set audio to mono mode.  
SAP  
Set status to SAP (Second Audio Program) to receive audio simul-  
casts in other languages. Not all TV broadcasts are transmitted  
with second audio program.  
CCD  
Sets Closed Captioning function. Go through the following settings.  
Note: Only CC1 mode is enabled for U.S. models.  
CHANNEL SEARCH  
Channel search will automatically search for TV channels with a  
broadcast signal. Channel search will skip over channels that do not  
have a reception so you don’t have to watch them as you change  
through channels. By default, channel search will always be set to  
DISABLE. To engage channel search, simply set to ENABLE.  
TUNER SOURCE  
The TV tuner is compatible with Cable TV or standard reception  
using an antenna. If you are using Cable TV, set the TUNER  
SOURCE setting to CABLE. If you are using an antenna, set the  
setting to AIR.  
BACKGROUND / BACKGROUND COLOR  
Background setting eliminates the “snowflake” effect that results  
when a TV channel is not available by displaying a colored  
background. The BACKGROUND COLOR setting allows you to  
choose the color preference.  
Quick View  
Using Quick View on Remote Control  
Quick View allows you to quickly switch between the channel currently  
watched and the channel previously watched. Simply press the Quick  
View key on the remote control to switch. Repeated pressing of the  
Quick View key will switch the channels back and forth between the two.  
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Favorite Channel / Channel Lock  
Favorite Channel and Channel Lock Settings  
Favorite Channel and Channel Lock settings can be set from both the OSD or the remote control. When using  
the OSD:  
1. Press the MENU +/- keys on the remote or the front control panel.  
2. Use the ADJ +/- keys to navigate to “TV” OSD sub-menu as displayed below.  
3. Use the MENU +/- keys to select CHANNEL STATUS option. A description of available settings are listed  
below.  
4. Use the ADJ +/- keys to change actual setting.  
CHANNEL  
Selects the channel to display by the display. This has the same  
function as CH UP/DOWN keys on the remote control  
CHANNEL STATUS  
Sets various advanced settings for the selected TV channel.  
NORMAL  
Set channel status to Normal to make the channel available for  
viewing.  
ERASE  
Set channel status to ERASE to make the channel un-available for  
viewing. When you use CH UP/DOWN keys to scroll thru chan-  
nels, this channel will skip. However, this channel can still be  
tuned by manually keying the channel using the number keypad  
on the remote.  
FAV  
Set channel status to FAV (Favorite) to program the channel as  
part of favorite channel. Favorite channels can then be recalled  
using the FAV.CH key located on the remote control.  
LOCK  
Set channel status to LOCK to block the channel from viewing.  
When set to LOCK status for the first time, you will be prompted  
to enter a passcode. This passcode is the same passcode used for  
V-Chip setting (default is 0000 - please see page 34 for additional  
details). Once this passcode is entered, then the channel will be  
set to LOCK position.  
Using Remote Control  
Favorite Channel and Channel Lock settings can be set from both the  
OSD or the remote control. When using the remote control to set Favor-  
ite Channel:  
1. Use the CH UP/DOWN keys to scroll to the channel you wish to set as  
favorite channel.  
2. Press the FAV.SET key on the remote control.  
3. The selected channel is now set as part of the Favorite channel selec-  
tion.  
4. To watch your favorite Favorite Channel settings, press FAV.CH key to  
recall your settings.  
5. If you wish to remove the Favorite Channel setting, simply press  
FAV.SET key again. The on-screen display will set the channel status  
to “NORMAL”.  
When using the remote control to set Channel Lock:  
1. Use the CH UP/DOWN keys to scroll to the  
channel you wish to lock.  
2. Press the CH LOCK key on the remote control.  
3. You will now be prompted to enter a 4-digit passcode. Enter a 4-digit  
passcode using the keypad.  
4. After setting the passcode, the channel is now locked and viewing is  
not possible unless the same passcode is entered.  
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Parental Guide  
Accessing V-Chip  
V-Chip (Parental Guide) function prevents children from watching unsuitable programs.  
1. To set V-Chip, press the V-Chip key on remote control to enter Paren-  
tal Guide setting.  
2. You will now be prompted to enter a passcode using your remote con-  
trol’s keypad. If you have not changed the original default passcode,  
enter 0000 (this is the default code from factory). To change the  
default code, please see page 24.  
3. The first menu in Figure 1 is displayed. Press the Menu/ADJÍÎ key  
to toggle between ON or OFF. To turn on parental guide, highlight to  
ON.  
4. Press the SET key advance to the next menu (See Figure 2 - Parental  
Figure 1  
Guidelines Rating).  
5. Use the MENU/ADJ keys (MENU ÏÐÍÎ keys on the remote) to  
select which rating you would like to block or unblock. Please see the  
ratings guideline menu for the meaning of each rating.  
6. Use the SET key to toggle between “U” (Unblocked) or “B” (Blocked)  
Figure 2  
settings.  
7. When you have completed the settings, press the MENU/ADJ keys  
(MENU ÏÐÍÎ keys on the remote) to select NEXT PAGE, then  
press SET key to the next menu (See Figure 3 - MPAA Ratings). Or  
Figure 3  
you can select LAST PAGE to go back to last setting.  
8. Use the ADJ keys (MENU ÏÐÍÎ keys on the remote) to select  
which MPAA rating you would like to block or unblock. Please see  
the ratings guideline menu below for the meaning of each rating.  
9. Use the SET key to toggle between “U” (Unblocked) or “B” (Blocked)  
settings.  
10.When you have completed the settings, press the ADJ keys (MENU  
ÏÐÍÎ keys on the remote) to select FINISH to complete. The  
screen will now display “Parental Guide ACCOMPLISHED” for 5  
seconds (see Figure 4). Or you can select LAST PAGE to go back to  
last setting.  
Figure 4  
Figure 5  
Note:  
When a TV program is blocked, a screen similar to Figure 5 is dis-  
played.  
Parental Guide Table  
For Parental Guideline  
For MPAA Rating  
FV: Fantasy Violence  
D: Sexually Dialog  
L: Adult Language  
S: Sexual Situations  
V: Violence  
TV-G: General Audience  
TV-PG: Guidance Suggested  
TV-14: Strongly Cautioned  
TV-MA: Mature Audience  
G: General Audience  
PG: Parental Guidance  
PG-13: Strongly Cautioned  
R: Restricted  
NC-17: No One Under 17  
TV-Y: All Children  
TV-Y7: Older Children  
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PASSCODE Setting  
Overview  
The security passcode setting is used to limit access to Parental Guide (V-Chip) and Channel Lock  
functions. The same security passcode is used for both functionality. By default, this display is  
shipped with the security passcode set at 0000.  
Changing the Passcode  
To change the security passcode:  
1. Press the MENU +/- keys on the remote or the front control panel  
to display the OSD menu.  
2. Use the ADJ +/- keys to navigate to “TV” OSD submenu.  
3. Use the MENU +/- keys to scroll to the “SET PARENTAL  
CODE” selection.  
4. Press the ADJ + key to set the selection to “ENABLE”. As soon  
as you press this button, the Passcode setting menu will be dis-  
played (see Figure 1).  
5. Press the default factory passcode 0,0,0,0 if you’re setting this  
passcode for the first time. If you’ve previously set the passcode,  
then enter your the set passcode. If it is entered correctly, then a  
new passcode menu will be displayed (see Figure 2).  
6. Enter a new 4-digit passcode by using the number keypad. Once  
entered, you will be prompted to re-key the same passcode to ver-  
ify your setting (see Figure 3).  
Figure 1  
Figure 2  
7. After setting the new passcode, the new passcode will be applica-  
ble to all of your previous set Channel Lock or V-Chip functions.  
Notes:  
Figure 3  
When you are entering the 4-digit passcode, please enter the digits  
slowly and make sure that the display confirms the reception of  
the code. The display will change from “?” to “+” as it received  
the passcode.  
If you incorrectly enter the wrong passcode three times, the until  
will automatically go back to the “TV” OSD sub-menu. Repeat  
the above procedure to reset your passode.  
If you incorrectly enter “NEW PASSCODE” three times, the dis-  
play will go back to the “Press NEW PASSCODE” step and  
request that you set the new passcode again.  
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ADJUSTING PICTURE  
For TV  
Accessing Picture Adjustment Mode  
Various picture adjustments can be set using the Picture  
Adjustment OSD menu. To access the OSD menu:  
1. Press the MENU +/- keys on the remote or the front con-  
trol panel.  
2. The first menu displayed is the PICTURE menu. Make  
sure that the “Picture” OSD menu is displayed.  
3. Use the MENU +/- keys to move up and down to choose  
the option you wish to adjust. An explanation of each  
adjustment is listed below.  
4. Use the ADJ +/- keys to change the setting.  
CONTRAST  
Notes:  
Adjust Contrast to increase the level of “white” in the video picture.  
These controls are avail-  
able when input selection  
is set to: TV, AV1, AV2  
(S), and Component 1 and  
Component 2 inputs.  
To restore picture settings  
to the factory defaults,  
simply press the RECALL  
key from the remote con-  
trol.  
Increasing contrast will make white areas of the video picture  
brighter. Contrast works in conjuction with BRIGHTNESS.  
BRIGHTNESS  
Adjust brightness to enhance the level of dark areas in the video  
picture such as night scenes and shadow scenes. Increasing  
brightness will make dark areas more visible.  
COLOR  
Use color to adjust the color saturation of the video picture.  
Increasing color will make the color more intense. Reducing color  
setting will make the color less intense.  
TINT  
Use tint to adjust the color of fleshtones. Increasing the tint setting will shift  
the picture with more cyan (more green appearance). Decreasing the setting  
will shift the picture with more magenta (more red appearance).  
SHARPNESS  
Use sharpness to adjust the amount of detail enhancement to the video  
picture. Increase the setting will enhance the edges of objects in the  
video picture. Decreasing the setting will reduce enhancement.  
COLOR TEMPERATURE  
Select the color temperature for white balance. There are four settings  
to choose from: (1) 6500D - sets the white balance to 6500D; (2) LOW -  
sets to 5400K; (3) MID - sets to 9300K; (4) HIGH - sets to 13800K  
CLOCK PHASE  
Use clock phase to fine-tune the display to perfectly synchronize the  
video’s signal source. This function is not applicable in this mode.  
SCREEN WIDTH  
Use to change various screen width modes. See page 16 for more  
information.  
ZOOM  
Use to change various digital zoom modes. See page 16 for more  
information.  
Notes:  
1. Each of the (4) color temperature settings may not be exactly equal to the temperature setting as defined;  
however, it will be approximately close.  
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TROUBLE SHOOTING  
Troubleshoot Common Conditions  
The following list represents possible anomalies that you may encounter and methods for remedy. Please  
refer to this checklist prior to contacting a service representative.  
Symptom  
Possible Cause  
Remedy  
No picture is displayed  
1. The power cord is disconnected.  
2. The main power switch on the back of the dis- 2. Make sure the power switch is switched  
1. Plug in the power cord.  
play is not switched on.  
3. The selected input has no connection.  
4. The display is in standby mode in RGB mode.  
on.  
3. Connect a signal connection to the dis-  
play.  
4. Press any key on your keyboard.  
Interference displayed on the  
display or audible noise is heard  
1. Caused by surrounding electrical appliances,  
cars/motorcycles or fluorescent lights.  
1. Move the display to another location to  
see if the interference is reduced.  
Color is abnormal  
1. The signal cable is not connected properly.  
1. Make sure that the signal cable is attached  
firmly to the back of the display.  
Picture is distorted with  
abnormal patterns  
1. The signal cable is not connected properly.  
2. The input signal is beyond the capabilities of the  
display.  
1. Make sure that the signal cable is attached  
firmly.  
2. Check the video signal source to see if it  
is beyond the range of the display. Please  
verify its specifications with this display’s  
specification section.  
Display image does not fill up  
the full size of the screen  
1. If under RGB mode, the H-Size and V-Size is  
incorrectly set.  
1. Use H-Size and V-Size to adjust the size  
of the video.  
2. If under TV, AV1, AV2, or Component with  
480i input, the 4:3 WIDE mode is switched on.  
2. Use the WIDE key to scroll through vari-  
ous full screen modes.  
Can hear sound, but no picture 1. Improperly connected source signal cable.  
1. Make sure that both video inputs and  
sound inputs are correctly connected.  
Can see picture but no sound is 1. Improperly connected source signal cable.  
heard  
1. Make sure that both video inputs and  
sound inputs are correctly connected.  
2. Use VOLUME +/- to hear sound.  
3. Switch MUTE off by using the MUTE  
button.  
2. Volume is turned all the way down.  
3. MUTE is turned on.  
Some picture elements do not  
light up  
1. Some pixels of the plasma display may not turn 1. This display is manufactured using an  
on.  
extremely high level of precision technol-  
ogy; however, sometimes some pixels of  
the display may not display. This is not a  
malfuction. Please see the enclosed war-  
ranty card for more information.  
After-Images can still be seen  
on the display after the display  
is powered off. (Examples of  
still pictures include logos,  
video games, computer images,  
and images displayed in 4:3  
normal mode)  
1. A still picture is displayed for an over extended 1. Do not allow a still image to be displayed  
period of time.  
for an extended period of time as this can  
cause a burn in.  
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Customer Support  
For technical support or product service, see the table below or contact your reseller.  
NOTE: You will need the product serial number.  
Country/Region  
Web site  
T = Telephone Email  
F = FAX  
United States  
viewsonic.com/support  
T: (800) 688-6688  
F: (909) 468-1202  
service.us@  
viewsonic.com  
Canada  
viewsonic.com/support  
viewsoniceurope.com  
T: (800) 688-6688  
F: (909) 468-1202  
service.ca@  
viewsonic.com  
United Kingdom  
T: 0800 833 648  
service.eu@  
F: (01293) 643910  
viewsoniceurope.com  
Europe, Middle East, Baltic countries, and viewsoniceurope.com  
North Africa  
Contact your  
reseller  
service.eu@  
viewsoniceurope.com  
Australia and New Zealand  
Singapore/India and Southeast Asia  
Other Asia/Pacific countries  
South Africa  
viewsonic.com.au  
viewsonic.com.sg  
viewsonic.com.tw  
viewsonic.com/asia  
T: +61 2 9929 3955 service.au@  
F: +61 2 9929 8393 viewsonic.com  
T: 65 273 4018  
F: 65 273 1566  
service.sg@  
viewsonic.com  
T: 886 2 2246 3456  
service.ap@  
F: 886 2 8242 3668 viewsonic.com  
T: 886 2 2246 3456 service.ap@  
F: 886 2 8242 3668 viewsonic.com  
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LIMITED WARRANTY  
VIEWSONIC Plasma Display  
What the warranty covers:  
ViewSonic® warrants its products to be free from defects in material and workmanship during the warranty  
period. If a product proves to be defective in material or workmanship during the warranty period, ViewSonic will  
at its sole option repair or replace the product with a like product. Replacement product or parts may include  
remanufactured or refurbished parts or components.  
How long the warranty is effective:  
ViewSonic Plasma Display’s are warranted for twelve(12) months for all parts, twelve(12) months for all labor.  
Who the warranty protects:  
This warranty is valid only for the first consumer purchaser.  
What the warranty does not cover:  
1. Any product on which the serial number has been defaced, modified or removed.  
2. Damage, deterioration or malfunction resulting from:  
a. Accident, misuse, neglect, fire, water, lightning, or other acts of nature, unauthorized product modification, or failure to  
follow instructions supplied with the product.  
b. Repair or attempted repair by anyone not authorized by ViewSonic.  
c. Any damage of the product due to shipment.  
d. Removal or installation of the product.  
e. Causes external to the product, such as electric power fluctuations or failure.  
f. Use of supplies or parts not meeting ViewSonic’s specifications.  
g. Normal wear and tear.  
h. Any other cause which does not relate to a product defect.  
3. Removal, installation, and set-up service charges.  
How to get service:  
1. For information about receiving service under warranty, contact ViewSonic Customer Support at 800-888-8583. You will  
need to provide your product’s serial number.  
2. To obtain warranted service, you will be required to provide (a) the original dated sales slip, (b) your name, (c) your address,  
(d) a description of the problem, and (e) the serial number of the product.  
3. Take or ship the product freight prepaid in the original container to an authorized ViewSonic service center or ViewSonic.  
4. For additional information or the name of the nearest ViewSonic service center, contact ViewSonic.  
Limitation of implied warranties:  
THERE ARE NO WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, WHICH EXTEND BEYOND THE DESCRIPTION  
CONTAINED HEREIN INCLUDING THE IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A  
PARTICULAR PURPOSE.  
Exclusion of damages:  
VIEWSONIC’S LIABILITY IS LIMITED TO THE COST OF REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT OF THE PRODUCT.  
VIEWSONIC SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR:  
1. DAMAGE TO OTHER PROPERTY CAUSED BY ANY DEFECTS IN THE PRODUCT, DAMAGES BASED UPON  
INCONVENIENCE, LOSS OF USE OF THE PRODUCT, LOSS OF TIME, LOSS OF PROFITS, LOSS OF BUSINESS  
OPPORTUNITY, LOSS OF GOODWILL, INTERFERENCE WITH BUSINESS RELATIONSHIPS, OR OTHER COMMERCIAL  
LOSS, EVEN IF ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES.  
2. ANY OTHER DAMAGES, WHETHER INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL OR OTHERWISE.  
3. ANY CLAIM AGAINST THE CUSTOMER BY ANY OTHER PARTY.  
Effect of state law:  
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.  
Some states do not allow limitations on implied warranties and/or do not allow the exclusion of incidental or  
consequential damages, so the above limitations and exclusions may not apply to you.  
Sales outside the U.S.A. and Canada:  
For warranty information and service on ViewSonic products sold outside of the U.S.A. and Canada, contact  
ViewSonic or your local ViewSonic dealer.  
Release Date: 04-18-2001  
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Power Cord Safety Guidelines  
Caution: Use a power cable that is properly grounded. Always use an AC power cord that meets your country’s safety  
standard.  
USA.............................. UL  
Canada ........................ CSA  
Germany...................... VDE  
Switzerland..................SEV  
Britain...........................BASE/BS  
Japan............................Electric Appliance Control Act  
AC PLUG CORD PRECAUTIONS FOR THE UNITED KINGDOM  
FOR YOUR SAFETY PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING TEXT CAREFULLY.  
IF THE FITTED MOULDED PLUG IS UNSUITABLE FOR THE SOCKET OUTLET THEN THE PLUG  
SHOULD BE CUT OFF AND DISPOSED OF SAFELY.  
THERE IS A DANGER OF SEVERE ELECTRICAL SHOCK IF THE CUT OFF PLUG IS INSERTED INTO  
AN APPROPRIATE SOCKET.  
If a new plug is to be fitted, please observe the wiring code as shown below.  
If in any doubt, please consult a qualified electrician.  
WARNING: THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE EARTHED.  
IMPORTANT: The wires in this mains lead are coloured in accordance with the following code:  
Green-and-Yellow: Earth  
Blue:  
Brown:  
Neutral  
Live  
If the coloured wires of the mains lead of this appliance do not correspond with the coloured  
markings identifying the terminals in your plug, proceed as follows:  
The wire which is coloured GREEN-AND-YELLOW must be connected to the terminal in the plug  
which is marked by the letter E or by the Earth symbol or coloured GREEN or GREEN-AND-YELLOW.  
The wire which is coloured BLUE must be connected to the terminal in the plug which is marked with  
the letter N or coloured BLACK. The wire which is coloured BROWN must be connected to the  
terminal in the plug which is marked with the letter L or coloured RED.  
IMPORTANT NOTICE CONCERNING POWER CORD SELECTION  
The power cord set for this unit has been enclosed and has been selected according to the country of  
destination and must be used to prevent electric shock. Use the following guidelines if it is necessary  
to replace the original cord set, or if the cord set is not enclosed.  
The female receptacle of the cord set must meet CEE-22 requirements and may look like (Figure A1  
below):  
For the United States and Canada  
In the United States and Canada the male plug is a NEMA5-15 style (Figure A2), UL Listed, and CSA  
Labeled. For units which are mounted on a desk or table, type SVT or SJT cord sets may be used. For  
units which sit on the floor, only SJT type cord sets may be used. The cord set must be selected  
according to the current rating for your unit. Please consult the table below for the selection criteria  
for power cords used in the United States and Canada.  
For the customer in Canada  
Notice: This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.  
Cord Type  
SJT  
Size of Conductors in Cord  
Maximum Current Rating of Unit  
18 AWG  
16 AWG  
14 AWG  
10 Amps  
12 Amps  
12 Amps  
SVT  
18 AWG  
17 AWG  
10 Amps  
12 Amps  
For European Countries  
In Europe you must use a cord set which is appropriate for the receptacles in your country. The cord  
set is HAR-Certified, and a special mark that will appear on the outer sheath, or on the insulation of  
one of the inner conductors. If you have any questions concerning which proper power cord to use,  
please consult with the dealer from whom you have purchased the product.  
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS  
WARNING  
RISK OF ELECTRIC  
SHOCK  
WARNING: To reduce the risk of electric shock, do no remove the front or  
back covers. No user-serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to qualified  
service personnel only.  
The exclamation point within a trian-  
gle is intended to tell the user that  
important operating and servicing  
instructions are explained.  
The lightning flash with arrow-head  
within a triangle is intended to  
inform the user that parts inside the  
product are a risk of electric shock.  
WARNINGS & PRECAUTIONS  
To prevent damage which may result in fire or shock hazard, do not expose this product to rain or moisture.  
To prevent electric shock, do not remove cover. No user serviceable parts are inside. Refer servicing to  
qualified service personnel only.  
Keep display away from excessive dust, high temperatures, moisture or direct sunlight.  
Use in a well-ventilated area and do not cover ventilation openings.  
Unauthorized modification of this equipment or usage of an unshielded connecting cable may cause exces-  
sive interference.  
When the display is not in use for a long period of time, disconnect it from the electric outlet.  
If the picture displayed is in any way abnormal, turn off the unit and disconnect it from the electric outlet.  
Verify your signal wire connections and reconnect the unit to the electric outlet.  
Disconnect from the electric outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners. Use only a  
slightly damp cloth for cleaning.  
Do not place this product on an unstable cart, stand or table. The product may fall, causing serious damage.  
Do not place the unit on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surfaces. Never place the unit near or over a radi-  
ator or heat source. Do not install unit in an enclosed area unless proper ventilation is provided.  
The unit should be operated from the type of power source indicated on the label. If the type of available  
power is unknown, consult your dealer or local power company.  
The unit is equipped with a 3-pin grounded plug. The plug will only fit into a grounded power outlet. This  
is a safety feature. If you are unable to insert the plug into the outlet, contact your electrician. Do not alter  
the plug; this will defeat the safety feature.  
Do not rest objects on the power cord & avoid placing power cord near high traffic areas.  
Do not overload wall outlets and extension cords as this can result in a risk of fire or electric shock.  
Disconnect the unit from the main supply and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the fol-  
lowing conditions:  
Power cord or plug is damaged or frayed.  
Liquid has been spilled into the product.  
Unit has been exposed to water or moisture.  
Unit does not operate normally when the operating instructions are followed. Adjust only those controls  
that are covered by the operating instructions, improper adjustment of other controls may result in dam-  
age which often requires extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the unit to normal opera-  
tion.  
Unit has been dropped or the cabinet has been damaged.  
Unit exhibits a distinct change in performance, indicating a need for service.  
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CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE  
Cautions When Using the Plasma Display  
Do not bring your hands, face or objects close to the ventilation holes of the plasma dis-  
play. Top of plasma display is usually very hot due to the high temperature of exhaust air  
being released through the ventilation holes. Burns or personal injuries may occur if any  
body parts are brought too close. Placing any object near the top of the display could also  
result in heat related damages to the object as well as the display itself.  
Be sure to disconnect all cables before moving the plasma display. Moving the display with its cables  
attached may damage the cables and thus case fire or electric shock danger.  
Disconnect the power plug from the wall outlet as a safety precaution before carrying out any type of clean-  
ing or maintenance procedure.  
Front Panel Cleaning Instructions  
The front of the display has been specially treated. Wipe the surface gently using only a cleaning cloth or a  
soft, lint-free cloth.  
If the surface is particularly dirty, soak a soft, lint-free cloth in a mild detergent solution. Wring the cloth to  
remove excess liquid. Wipe the surface of the display to remove dirt. Then use a dry cloth of the same type  
to dry.  
Do not scratch or hit the surface of the panel with fingers or hard objects of any kind.  
Do not use volatile substances such as insect sprays, solvents and thinners.  
Cabinet Cleaning Instructions  
If the cabinet becomes dirty, wipe the cabinet with a soft, dry cloth.  
If the cabinet is particularly dirty, soak a lint-free cloth in a mild detergent solution. Wring  
the cloth to remove as much moisture possible. Wipe the cabinet. Use another dry cloth to  
wipe over until the surface is dry.  
Do not allow any water or detergent to come into contact with the surface of the display. If water or mois-  
ture gets inside the unit, operating problems, electrical and shock hazards may result.  
Do not scratch or hit the cabinet with fingers or hard objects of any kind.  
Do not use volatile substances such as insect sprays, solvents and thinners on the cabinet.  
Do not place articles made from rubber or PVC near the cabinet for any extended periods of time.  
Avoid Still Images  
Do not allow a still picture to be displayed for extended periods of time. This can cause a  
permanent image to remain on the plasma display. Examples of still images may include:  
still computer images, still video game images, still logos or pictures, text and images dis-  
played in 4:3 Normal mode.  
Contents of this manual is subject to change without notice.  
Trademark Credits  
VGA is a trademark of IBM Corporation.  
Macintosh is a registered trademark of Apple Computer Corporation.  
SVGA is a registered trademark of the Video Electronics Standard Association.  
BBE is a registered trademark of BBE Sound Inc.  
SRS, SRS and (o) symbol are trademarks of SRS Labs Inc.  
SRS technology is incorporated under license from SRS Labs, Inc.  
All other trademarks are the properties of their respective owners.  
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FCC Information  
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device,  
pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection  
against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can  
radiate radio frequency energy, and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may  
cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference  
will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or  
television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is  
encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:  
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.  
Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.  
Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is  
connected.  
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.  
FCC Warning  
To assure continued FCC compliance, the user must use grounded power supply cord and the  
provided shielded video interface cable with bonded ferrite cores. If a BNC cable is going to be used,  
use only a shielded BNC(5) cable. Also, any unauthorized changes or modifications not expressly  
approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate this  
device.  
Instructions to Users  
This equipment complies with the requirements of FCC (Federal Communication Commission) equipment  
provided that the following condition is met. Use the cables which are included with the projector or specified.  
Compliance Information for Canada  
Notice: This class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.  
AVIS: Cet appeil numerique de la Classe B conforme a la norme NMB-003 du Canada.  
Compliance Information for European Countries  
CE Conformity  
The device complies with the requirements of the EEC directive 89/336/EEC as amended by  
93/68/EEC Art.5 with regard to “Electromagnetic compatibility,” and 73/23/EEC as amended  
by 93/68/EEC Art.13 with regard to “Safety.”  
User Information for All Countries  
NOTICE: Use the cables which are included with the Plasma Display or specified.  
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