NEC PlasmaSync 42PD3 User manual

PlasmaSync®42PD3
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PlasmaSync®42PD3

Building on Success
We took success and built upon it with a series of important enhancements. The PlasmaSync 42PD3 includes
an array of new features and capabilities designed to help you deliver your message clearly in high traffic
environments.
• Built-in matrix display capabilities are expanded to offer a 3x3 video wall option that can create a diagonal
image up to 126”.
• Variable line level audio out support is included.
• A programmable orbiter has been added to the AccuShield™ Phosphor Protection System.
• Power consumption is reduced to an extremely efficient 295 Watts.
• Image quality is improved with 1300:1 contrast and a 25% increase in brightness.
• Component video compatibility has been added. Additionally, Composite BNC and S-Video inputs are now
selectable via the user menus.
• A new multi-tiered on-screen menu system allows access to different levels of control and functionality in
the monitor.
• Video processing has been upgraded to include motion-compensated 3-D scan conversion and 3/2 pull
down for improved video performance.
In a public environment, you have less than a second to capture your audiences’ attention. With the PlasmaSync‚ 42PD3 plasma
monitor, that’s more than enough time.
The 42PD3 is thin and can hang virtually anywhere making it an ideal solution for digital signage, advertising, point-of-
purchase, merchandising and kiosks. But unlike most other plasma monitors it was engineered specifically for use in
public display applications with an array of features that enable it to meet the challenges of these difficult
environments.
The 42PD3 provides you with the tools to get your message across in airport & transportation terminals, retail
sales floors, bank lobbies, hotel properties, tradeshows and other public environments. Whether you need
to advertise your latest sale at point of purchase, create stunning visual merchandising displays, display
the status of arrivals and departures or display a list of meetings, the 42PD3 is the best solution to your
information display needs.
...you have to STOP it.

Automatic Operation Simplifies the Solution
The 42PD3 offers a programmable timer that allows the monitor to
virtually operate itself. Accessible via the On-Screen Menu System,
the timer can be programmed to power on, power off, switch
input sources or enable the AccuShield System without ever
touching the monitor. This can alleviate the need to train
personnel in the operation of the 42PD3 and provide considerable
savings when deploying large numbers of displays.
External Control and Self Diagnostics
A complete set of RS232 commands allow all monitor functions
to be operated remotely via serial communication. Plus, the
42PD3 can identify operating problems and communicate them
via RS232 or front bezel led lights through its self-diagnostics
system.
An Inverse mode will display inverted RGB values that will
even the amount of wear on the screens phosphor.
126”
84”
Thin Bezel Design
At just over 1” thick the 42PD3 bezel is thin enough to enable a video
wall configuration with minimal interference to the screen image.
Anti-Glare Screen Improves Readability
Anti-glare screen filter makes the screen readable even in the difficult
lighting conditions common to many public environments.
Create a Self-Contained Solution
The 42PD3’s cabinet design provides a space to install a small form-
factor PC inside the monitor. This unique capability can solve the
problem of where to put your source equipment when you install the
monitor in a public setting. Plus, a cable management system allows you
to conceal cabling and input panels for a clean appearance in wall or
ceiling mount installations. This prevents the need to add a costly
enclosure to achieve the desired aesthetic look.
Engage Your Audience with a 126” Image
The 42PD3’s built-in matrix display capabilities allow you to easily
create a 2x2 or 3x3 video wall which gives you the flexibility to hang
a bigger-than life image right on the wall. All you have to do is
mount the monitors and connect them via signal loop-through*.
Setup is completed quickly and easily via the On-Screen menu
system which provides options for splitting or blanking the image.
Splitting displays the image so that none of it is obscured by the
bezel, ensuring that all data is visible. Blanking displays it across the
entire screen, concealing the parts of the image that would overlap
the bezels to create a natural looking image. Either way, it is a
simple and cost effective way to create an impressively large image.
* Signal splitter is required for optimal results in a 9-screen.
AccuShield™Phosphor Protection System
NEC’s exclusive AccuShield Phosphor Protection System is the industry’s most comprehensive set of built-
in operating modes to help prevent or reduce the occurrence of image retention. AccuShield gives you 5
choices to combat phosphor burn:
• Inverse RGB • Pre-set Orbiter
• Brightness Limiter • Programmable Orbiter
• All-White Screen
The programmable orbiter provides variable ranges of movement and speed to better calibrate the image
motion to different types of content. The AccuShield System can increase the usable life of your monitor
when used in conjunction with prescribed operating methods and content creation.

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All specifications subject to change without notice.
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Itasca, IL 60143-1248
Specifications
Model Number PX-42VP3A
Screen Size 36.3 (H) x 20.4 (V) inches diagonal 42 inches
921 (H) x 518.4 (V) mm diagonal 1057 mm
Aspect Ratio 16:9
Active Screen Area 921 x 518 mm
Native Pixel Resolution 853 x 480
Pixel Pitch 1.08 (H) x 1.08 (V) mm 0.04 (H) x 0.04 (V) in.
Contrast (set) 1300 to 1
Capsulated Color Filter Yes
Color Reproduction RGB 256 levels, 16,770,000 colors
Viewing Angle 160 degrees horizontal and vertical
Horizontal Frequency Range 15.5 to 68.7 kHz (automatic: step scan)
Vertical Frequency Range 46.0 to 85.0 Hz (automatic: step scan)
PC Signal Compatibility VGA 640 x 480 @ 60, 72, 75 and 85 Hz
SVGA 800 x 600 @ 56, 60, 72, 75 and 85 Hz
XGA 1024 x 768 @ 60, 70, 75 and 85 Hz
Wide VGA 848 x 480, 852 x 480 @ 60 Hz
Macintosh 640 x 480, 832 x 625, 1024 x 768
Video Signals Compatibility NTSC, PAL, SECAM, 4.43 NTSC
Input Terminals RGB 1 (Analog) 15-pin mini D-sub x 1
RGB 2 (Analog) 5 BNC (RGB/HV) with loopout
RGB 3 (Digital) DVI 29-pin x 1
Video 1 Composite BNC x 1 with loopout
Video 2 S-Video 4-pin DIN with loopout
External Control 9-pin mini D-sub x 1, RS-232C
Plug & Play VESA DDC1, DDC2b; RGB3 is DDC2b only
Power Requirements 100-120V 50/60 Hz
Power Consumption 295W (typical)
Dimensions 39.3 (W) x 23.4 (H) x 4.5 inches
998 (W) x 595 (H) x 114 (D) mm
Weight 64.1 lbs (without stand)
29.0 kg (without stand)
User Controls Front Bezel Power on/off input selection, OSM access
(control lock switch located on input panel)
Remote Control Power on/off, Input source select,
OSM access, picture position
OSM® Function Audio control, volume, balance, mute, input select, contrast, brightness, color, tint,
sharpness, auto picture on/off, RGB mode motion, still, DTV, wide mode select (normal,
full, zoom, stadium), picture adjust, fine picture, horizontal position, vertical position,
horizontal width, vertical width, RGB2 select RGB/YPbPr, video select S/BNC, reset
Regulations FCC Class A, UL 1950, CSA950
Warranty 1 Year Parts & Labor Standard
Environmental Considerations
Operation Temperature 0 C to 40 C 32 F to 104 F
Humidity 20 to 80% (no condensation)
Altitude 0 to 2800m 0 to 9180 feet
Storage Temperature -10 C to 50 C 14 F to 122 F
Humidity 10 to 90% (no condensation)
Altitude 0 to 3000 m 0 to 9840 feet
Included Accessories Wireless remote control, RGB cable (mini D-sub 15-pin to mini
D-sub 15-pin connector), power cord, User’s Manual, batteries
Optional Accessories Tabletop Stand (PX-42VP1U-ST)
Optional wired/wireless pro remote control (PX-RC2U)
Incline Stand (PX-42VP1U-PS)
Fixed Wall Mount (FWMK)
Fixed Wall Mount for PC (FWMKPC)
Tilt Wall Mount (TWMK)
Tilt Wall Mount for PC (TWMKPC)
Ceiling Mount (CMK)
Ceiling Mount for PC (CMKPC)
Quad Wall Mount Kit (QWMKPC)
Rear Cover Plate for PC (PX-42VP1U-CV)
Extended Warranty (EXTENDEDWAR33/42)
Specifications subject to change without notice.
PlasmaSync®42PD3
Flexible Inputs and Video
A complete array of inputs including signal loop-through and
line level audio output are available. Plus, a control lock
switch is provided to disable the front bezel controls.
Service and Support
The PlasmaSync 42PD3 is supported by NEC’s industry leading
service and support programs. It comes with a standard 1-
year manufacturer’s warranty plus an extended warranty
option that provides two additional years of coverage and is
available from your authorized NEC Visual Systems Division
dealer.
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RGB 3RGB 1AUDIO IN 1
EXTERNAL CONTROL
VIDEO
Audio Input/Output
Video Input/Output
RGB1 Input
RGB2 Input/Output
RGB3 Input