Rosen Aviation Slimline II 1500-003 Series User manual

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Technical Manual, 15” SlimLine II Display
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Contents
1. INTRODUCTION AND DISPLAY OVERVIEW .................................................................4
1.1. Unpacking.................................................................................................................. 4
2. INSTALLATION GUIDELINES.........................................................................................4
2.1. Monitor Diagrams ...................................................................................................... 5
2.2. Cooling and Ventilation.............................................................................................. 6
2.3. Bulkhead Mounting Options....................................................................................... 6
3. VIDEO CONNECTIONS....................................................................................................7
3.1. Bulkhead Main Interface Connector........................................................................... 7
3.1.1. Bulkhead Main Connector Functions.............................................................................. 8
3.1.2. Center-mount Arm Connector Functions ........................................................................ 9
3.2. Bulkhead External Control (0300-022)..................................................................... 10
3.3. DIP Switch Option Selection.................................................................................... 10
3.3.1. DIP Switch Function Descriptions................................................................................. 10
4. OPERATION...................................................................................................................12
4.1. Front Switch Panel Features.................................................................................... 12
4.2. On-Screen Display (OSD) Main Menu..................................................................... 13
4.3. Picture Submenu..................................................................................................... 13
4.4. OSD Submenu......................................................................................................... 14
4.5. Utility Submenu........................................................................................................ 14
4.6. Auto Submenu......................................................................................................... 14
4.7. Exit Submenu .......................................................................................................... 14
5. HOT KEYS......................................................................................................................14
6. TECHNICAL REFERENCES AND SUPPORT...............................................................15
7. DO-160D QUALIFICATIONS..........................................................................................16
7.1. Bulkhead Specifications........................................................................................... 17
7.2. Center-mount Arm Specifications............................................................................ 17
8. REVISION HISTORY......................................................................................................17

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1. INTRODUCTION AND DISPLAY OVERVIEW
This manual describes how to install the Rosen 15” SlimLine II bulkhead and center-mount arm
displays onto your aircraft. It contains everything you need to know to wire the display and
confirm that it is functioning correctly.
Note: Only trained and qualified personnel should perform installation and service.
1.1. Unpacking
Parts shipped with the 15” SlimLine Display:
Outline & Installation Drawing
15” SlimLine Display
Bulkhead Main Interface Connector Kit (P/N 0300-021)
The center-mount arm RNVAP base receptacle (P/N 0100-020) is sold separately.
Optional controller sold separately:
External 7-button Controller (P/N 0300-402) shipped with Remote Controller
Technical Information (P/N 100434).
Universal Color Remote (P/N 0500-015)
For help with Outline & Installation drawings, please contact
Rosen Aviation Customer Service at [phone].
2. INSTALLATION GUIDELINES
There are several ways to connect the 15” SlimLine II Display to an aircraft’s entertainment
system.
Use the pinout descriptions on page 2 of the Outline & Installation drawing to assist in the wiring
process. Pay close attention to the pinout information while completing wiring connections.
Note: This display is for entertainment purposes only; connect to the non-critical power bus.
Once you access the home page, click on ProductsDisplays15 In SlimLine. Select a
drawing by model number from the drop-down menu in the middle of the page.
Drawings are provided to assist in the installation process. Pay close attention to dimensions and
rotations when considering installation requirements.
Touching the LCD with excessive force may leave pressure spots
that show in video display. Handle with care.

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2.1. Monitor Diagrams
Figure 1 1500 Bulkhead outline dimensions (inches)
Figure 2 1500 Center-mount Arm outline dimensions (inches)

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2.2. Cooling and Ventilation
The display is cooled by the flow of air, or natural convection. Special care must be taken with
the installation to provide a proper environment for air flow.
Monitor vents: The unit is designed with vent openings on the top, bottom, and rear
surfaces. The entire top vent, and either the entire bottom or entire rear vent must be
unobstructed for a minimum of one (1) inch. The vents must also be ducted to free
air.
Ducting: The installation must provide for an inlet duct (at bottom or rear), and an
exhaust duct at the top. Each of these ducts must have a minimum of four (4) square
inches of cross-sectional area.
Note: Display backlight will shut down if internal temperature reaches 140° F.
Note: Each mounting hole includes a 10-32 screw. To install the display, remove only the
screws that will be used to install the display. Do not remove the 4-40 flathead screws.
2.3. Bulkhead Mounting Options
The bulkhead display can be mounted using all mounting holes on rear surface or from any
combination of two sides.
(Dimensions in inches)
Figure 2 Top view with mounting holes
Figure 3 Bottom view with mounting holes

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Figure 4 Side view with mounting holes
Figure 5 Rear view with mounting holes
3. VIDEO CONNECTIONS
3.1. Bulkhead Main Interface Connector
The main input connector on this display is a 21WA4 Male Combo D-subminiature with 17
size-20 contacts (standard density D-sub) and four size-8 coaxial contacts, mounting in a
size-4 D-subminiature shell.
Recommended mating connector: ITT Cannon (P/N 9000879).
Note: Backshell of main connector is Positronic D37000GEO-1023.5.
Warning! Do not plug or unplug display while power is applied!
Warning!
!
Maximum screw penetration depth:
Top .75 inches
Bottom .75 inches
Sides .75 inches
Rear .75 inches
Rear view of the Bulkhead Main Interface Connector

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3.1.1. Bulkhead Main Connector Functions
Pin #
Signal
Input/Output
Description
1
28V return
Input
Aircraft power supply
2
28V
Output
Aircraft power supply
3
IR +5V
Output
Power for optional IR receiver
4
IR signal
Input
IR receiver signal input
5
Reserved
Reserved
Reserved
6
RGB/video select
switch
Input
TTL level input. Used to select
RGB or Composite Video
7
Status output
Output
TTL level output indicates monitor
is powered on when logic High
(Max. current draw is 10
milliamps)
8
HSync
Input
RGB graphics input, TTL level
9
VSync
Input
RGB graphics input, TTL level
10
28V return,
Input
Aircraft power supply
11
+28V
Output
Aircraft power supply
12
IR GND
Output
Ground for IR receiver
13
Computer sync
GND
Input
Reference ground for RGB sync
14
Reserved
Reserved
Reserved
15, 16, 17
Digital GND
Input
Common digital ground
connection, connected to
computer sync GND
A1 signal
Red
Input
Red graphics input, 1Vp-p, 75
ohm
A1 shield
Red Return
Input
Red graphics input, 1Vp-p, 75
ohm
A2 signal
Green
Input
Green graphics input, 1Vp-p, 75
ohm
A2 shield
Green Return
Input
Green graphics input, 1Vp-p, 75
ohm
A3 signal
Blue
Input
Blue graphics input, 1Vp-p, 75
ohm
A3 shield
Blue Return
Input
Blue graphics input, 1Vp-p, 75
ohm
A4 signal
Composite Video
Input
Composite video input, 1Vp-p, 75
ohm
A4 shield
Composite Video
Return
Input
Composite video input, 1Vp-p, 75
ohm

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3.1.2. Center-mount Arm Connector Functions
Pin #
Signal
Input/Output
Description
1
Red
Input
Red graphics input, 1Vp-p, 75 ohm
2
Green
Input
Green graphics input, 1Vp-p, 75
ohm
3
Blue
Input
Blue graphics input, 1Vp-p, 75 ohm
4
Reserved
Reserved
Reserved
5
Reserved
Reserved
Reserved
6
Red Return
Input
Red graphics input, 1Vp-p, 75 ohm
7
Green Return
Input
Green graphics input, 1Vp-p, 75
ohm
8
Blue Return
Input
Blue graphics input, 1Vp-p, 75 ohm
9
Reserved
Reserved
Reserved
10
Computer sync
GND
Input
Reference ground for RGB sync
11, 12
Reserved
Reserved
Reserved
13
HSync
Input
RGB graphics input, TTL level
14
VSync
Input
RGB graphics input, TTL level
15
RGB/video select
switch
Input
TTL level input. Used to select
RGB or Composite Video
16
Reserved
Reserved
Reserved
17
+28V
Input
Aircraft power supply
18
28V return
Input
Aircraft power supply
19
Status output
Output
TTL level output indicates monitor
is powered on when logic High
(Max. current draw is 10 milliamps)
20
Composite Video
return
Input
Composite video input, 1Vp-p, 75
ohm
21, 22, 23
Reserved
Reserved
Reserved
24
Composite Video
signal
Input
Composite video input, 1Vp-p, 75
ohm
25
+28V
Input
Aircraft power supply
26
28V return
Input
Aircraft power supply

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3.2. Bulkhead External Control (0300-022)
The external VIP control interface is a 9-pin standard density D-subminiature male connector
for the 7-button controller (P/N 0300-402). Each function can be activated by a momentary
connection to ground.
Pin #
Signal
1
Power On/Off
2
Source Select
3
Reserved
4
Up
5
Down
6
Menu Select
7
Left
8
Right
9
Ground
3.3. DIP Switch Option Selection
Use DIP switches located near the input connectors. See Section 3.3.1 for detailed
descriptions. Operation is as follows:
SW1
SW2
SW3
SW4
Function
On
Off
-
-
Constant ground switching
Off
On
-
-
Momentary ground switching
Off
Off
-
-
Manual mode
On
On
Auto-detect
-
-
Off
-
Display defaults to Off (Auto Off)
-
-
On
-
Display defaults to On (Auto On)
-
-
-
On
Front switch panel enabled
-
-
-
Off
Front switch panel disabled
The display may be configured to several options through the setting of DIP switches located
near the input connectors. The DIP switch settings are detected when 28 volts are applied and
each time the power button is pressed to turn on the display.
3.3.1. DIP Switch Function Descriptions
Auto-Detect
This mode will automatically switch to the RGB input whenever an RGB signal is
connected to the monitor by detecting the presence of the HSync signal (pin 8 of the
21WA4 combo connector). If no RGB signal is detected, it will automatically switch to
the Composite Video input, whether a video signal is present or not. The Source button
located on the front panel membrane switch and optional external switch controller will
be locked out.
Rear view of the External Control Connector

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Constant Ground
This mode uses a SPST (single pole single throw) external rocker switch connected
between ground and RGB/Video Select.
Bulkhead –Pin 6 of the 21WA4 combo connector
Center-mount Arm –Pin 15 of the 26-pin D-Sub connector
When the RGB/Video Select pin is connected to ground, the monitor will switch to the
RGB input, whether an RGB signal is present or not. When the RGB/Video Select pin is
not connected to ground, the monitor will switch to the Composite Video input, whether
a video signal is present or not. The Source button located on the front panel
membrane switch and optional external switch controller will be locked out.
Momentary Ground
This mode uses a SPST external momentary switch between ground and the
RGB/Video Select.
Bulkhead –Pin 6 of the 21WA4 combo connector
Center-mount Arm –Pin 15 of the 26-pin D-Sub connector
Each time the switch is pressed, the monitor will switch back and forth between the
RGB and Composite Video inputs, whether a signal is present or not. The Source
button located on the front panel membrane switch and optional external switch
controller can also be used to switch between the RGB and Composite Video inputs.
Manual Mode
This mode will not switch between RGB and Composite Video through the Auto-Detect,
Constant Ground, or Momentary Ground options. The Source button located on the
front panel membrane switch and optional external switch controller can be used to
switch between the RGB and Composite Video inputs.
Automatic Power-Up
SW3 On: The monitor will come on as soon as 28 volts power is applied.
SW3 Off: The monitor stays off when 28 volts power is applied. The power button on
the front panel membrane switch or the optional external switch controller
must be pressed to turn on the monitor.
Membrane Switch Enable
SW4 On: Front panel membrane switch is enabled.
SW4 Off: Front panel membrane switch is disabled.

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4. OPERATION
4.1. Front Switch Panel Features
To operate the 15” SlimLine II Display, use the front switch panel buttons shown below.
(External controller or IR remote control options are available separately.)
Figure 6 Front switch panel buttons
Front Switch Panel Features
Feature
How it Works
Power Status LED
When the LED is green, the display is on. When the LED is
red, the display is in Standby Mode.
Menu/Sel
Press to view the OSD Main Menu and to select the highlighted
Main Menu option.
Source
Press to toggle the video source between analog RGB and
Composite video. Note: This only functions when DIP switch is
set to Momentary Ground or Manual Mode.
▼▲►◄
Press to select a menu option or to increase or decrease a
value.
Power
Press to power the display on or off.
Menu/Select
Source
Power
Power
Status LED

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4.2. On-Screen Display (OSD) Main Menu
The On-Screen Display (OSD) provides a set of menus that enable you to adjust or view the
display’s features. Main Menu selections lead to submenus with additional choices. Press the
Menu Select button on the front switch panel to open the Main Menu.
Figure 3 Main Menu for analog RGB mode (left) and for composite mode (right)
To switch to different Main Menus (OSD, Utility, and Auto), press the ◄►buttons on the front
switch panel.
To highlight a submenu, press the ▼button on the front switch panel. When submenus are
highlighted, press the ◄► buttons to adjust up or down.
To return to the Main Menu, press the ►button on the front switch panel to highlight Return in
the submenu.
To exit the Main Menu, press ► button until Exit is highlighted and then press the Menu
Select button.
Note: It takes five seconds for changes to be stored into memory.
4.3. Picture Submenu
Menu Option
How it Works
Brightness
Adjusts picture brightness
Contrast
Adjusts picture contrast
Hue
Shifts the color balance or tint
Saturation
Intensifies the image colors
Filter Select
Increases the clarity of the picture
Phase
Removes noise in RGB mode
Frequency
Adjusts the picture size in RGB mode
H Position
Adjusts horizontal position
V Position
Adjusts vertical position
Sharpness
Adjusts picture sharpness
Return
Returns OSD to the Main Menu
These options
available only in
RGB mode
These options
available only in
Composite mode

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4.4. OSD Submenu
Menu Option
How it Works
H Position
Adjusts OSD horizontal position
V Position
Adjusts OSD vertical position
OSD Timeout
Adjusts time in which OSD turns off if left alone
Return
Returns OSD to the Main Menu
4.5. Utility Submenu
Menu Option
How it Works
Freeze Frame
Freezes picture frame
Reset
Returns options to default settings
Special Filter
Slow/fast motion picture filter
Color Temperature
Opens Color Adjustment submenu, where you
can adjust red, green, and blue values
Information
Provides monitor info
Return
Returns OSD to the Main Menu
4.6. Auto Submenu
Menu Option
How it Works
Auto
Automatically adjusts image size in RGB mode
4.7. Exit Submenu
Menu Option
How it Works
Exit
Closes the screen. To exit menu, press ◄.
5. HOT KEYS
Hot keys are a quick way of adjusting brightness, contrast, and the scaling modes. To activate
the hot keys, press the ▲▼ buttons on the front panel to cycle through these modes, and then
use the ►◄ buttons to change values. The hot keys will not work if an OSD menu is open.
Scaling mode: The scaling mode will adjust the picture depending on the type of formatted
DVD disc you are using.
Note: If the picture looks stretched, adjust the scaling mode.

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6. TECHNICAL REFERENCES AND SUPPORT
If the display does not function properly, refer to the following troubleshooting table for symptoms
and possible solutions before contacting Rosen field support.
Always use an oscilloscope to verify the video signal
Always use a multimeter to verify voltages
Check actual results against the requirements described in this manual
Problem
Possible Solutions
No video
Verify that thevideo source is on and has a tape or DVD installed.
Verify that a signal is reaching the display by using an oscilloscope or
another display.
Verify that the display is turned on (LED is green).
Verify that the pinout is correct.
Verify that the video input (Analog RGB/Composite) and video
standard (NTSC/PAL/SECAM/RS-170) match your application.
Screen is black
Verify that the display is receiving power.
Verify that the pinout is correct.
Verify that thevideo source is on and has a tape or DVD installed.
Verify all connections.
Screen is blue
Verify that a signal is reaching the display by using an oscilloscope or
another display.
Verify that the pinout is correct.
Verify that thevideo source is on and has a tape or DVD installed.
Color is out of
adjustment
Refer to the On-Screen Display (OSD) Main Menu options described
on page 13.
Image flickers
Verify that the signal cable is secure.
Verify that the vertical frame frequency is 75 Hz or less. If using the
display with a PC in Windows, go to Control PanelDisplay
SettingsAdvancedMonitor and change the screen refresh rate to
60 Hz to achieve the best performance.
Image is distorted
Verify pinouts.
Verify that a signal is reaching the display by using an oscilloscope or
another display.
Examine the display for pinched or damaged cables.
No Backlight
The display backlight will shut down if the internal temperature
reaches 140° F. Normal operation will resume after the temperature
returns to an acceptable operating temperature.
Cleaning the Display
Clean the LCD with a lens-grade tissue for cleaning optical surfaces and isopropyl alcohol.

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7. DO-160D QUALIFICATIONS
DO-160D test criteria to which we test the 1500 series displays
Description
DO-160D Section
DO-160D Category
Temperature and Altitude
4.0
A1
Temperature Variation
5.0
C
Humidity
6.0
A
Operational Shock & Crash Safety
7.0
B
Vibration
8.0
SB
Explosion Proofness
9.0
N/A
Waterproofness
10.0
N/A
Fluids Susceptibility
11.0
N/A
Sand & Dust
12.0
N/A
Fungus Resistance
13.0
N/A
Salt Spray
14.0
N/A
Magnetic Effect
15.0
Z
Power Input
16.0
AB
Voltage Spike
17.0
B
Audio Frequency Susceptibility —Power
Inputs
18.0
Z
Induced Signal Susceptibility
19.0
Z
Radio Frequency Susceptibility (Radiated &
Conducted)
20.0
TT
Emission of Radio Frequency Energy
21.0
B
Lightning Induced Transient Susceptibility
22.0
N/A
Lightning Direct Effects
23.0
N/A
Icing
24.0
N/A
Electrostatic Discharge
25.0
A

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7.1. Bulkhead Specifications
Size
12.17 x 9.18 inches [309.12 x 233.17 mm]
Resolution
1024 w x 768 h (XGA)
Viewing Angle (H/V)
±80/80°
Brightness
200 cd/m2 min., 250 typical
Contrast Ratio
400:1 typical
Backlight Lamp Life
50,000 hours
Weight
6.14 lbs [2.76 kg] ± 5%
Dimensions
14.24” (W) x 10.67” (H) x 1.50” (D)
[361.70 mm (W) x 271.02 mm (H) x 38.1 mm (D)]
Power Requirements
28VDC 35W maximum
Video Performance
Video Standards
Graphics Standards
Video Input
NTSC, PAL, SECAM, RS170
VGA SVGA, XGA (75 Hz max)
1Vp-p, 75 ohms
Operating Temperature
0ºC - 50ºC
Warranty
2-year
7.2. Center-mount Arm Specifications
Size
12.17 x 9.18 inches [309.12 x 233.17 mm]
Resolution
1024 w x 768 h (XGA)
Viewing Angle (H/V)
±80/80°
Brightness
200 cd/m2 min., 250 typical
Contrast Ratio
400:1 typical
Backlight Lamp Life
50,000 hours
Weight
8.65 lbs [3.92 kg] ± 5%
Dimensions
14.24” (W) x 15.7” (H) x 1.50” (D)
[361.70 mm (W) x 398.78 mm (H) x 38.1 mm (D)]
Power Requirements
28VDC/ 1.1A
Video Performance
Video Standards
Graphics Standards
Video Input
NTSC, PAL, SECAM, RS170 (B&W)
VGA through XGA
1Vp-p, 75 ohms
Operating Temperature
0ºC - 50ºC
Warranty
2-year
8. REVISION HISTORY
Revision
Date
Revision Description
EC #
D
01/06/09
Update format, add OSD changes to match firmware
08560