Vidikron PlasmaView VP-6000 VHD Operation manual

VP-6000 VHD
HIGH DEFINITION PLASMA DISPLAY PANEL
and CONTROLLER
VERSION 1.1
OWNER’S OPERATING MANUAL

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THREE YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY
For Plasma Displays
Congratulations on your purchase of a Vidikron video product and welcome to the Vidikron family! With proper installation, setup
and care, you should enjoy many years of unparalleled video performance.
This is a LIMITED WARRANTY as defined in the Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act. Please read it carefully and retain it with your other
important documents.
SERVICE LABOR: Vidikron will pay for service labor by a Vidikron Authorized Service Center when needed as a result of a
manufacturing defect for a period of three (3) years from the effective date of delivery to the end user (excluding the plasma glass
panel).
PARTS (not including plasma glass panel): Vidikron will provide new or rebuilt replacement parts for the parts that fail due to
defects in materials or workmanship for a period of three (3) years from the effective date of delivery to the end user. Such
replacement parts are then subsequently warranted for the remaining portion (if any) of the original warranty period.
PLASMA GLASS PANEL: Vidikron will pay for service labor by a Vidikron Authorized Service Center when needed as a result of a
manufacturing defect for a period of one (1) year from the effective date of delivery to the end user. In addition, Vidikron will
provide new or rebuilt replacement parts for the parts that fail due to defects in materials or workmanship for a period of one (1)
year from the effective date of delivery to the end user. Such replacement parts are then subsequently warranted for the remaining
portion (if any) of the original warranty period.
Image burn-in on plasma display panels is specifically excluded from coverage under this Limited Warranty. Image burn-in is the
result of misuse of the product and therefore cannot be repaired under the terms of this Limited Warranty.
Normal viewing material such as television/satellite broadcasts, videotape or DVDs (not put into pause for extended periods of
time) will not cause damage to your display under normal conditions. Many DVD players are also equipped with screen savers for
this reason.
TO AVOID IMAGE RETENTION (Burn-in): Please ensure that still images are left on your plasma display panel for no more than a
few minutes. Also ensure that images displayed in the 4:3 aspect ratio mode (black or gray stripes, but no picture information is
present on the left and right edges of the screen) are used as infrequently as possible. This will prevent permanent image burns on
your plasma display panel, which can be seen permanently under certain conditions once burn-in has occurred.
The types of images to avoid include video games, still images and computer screens with stationary tool bars and icons. (This is
why computers are equipped with screen savers – to prevent still images from burning into the monitor’s phosphors after being
displayed continuously for an extended period of time).
This Limited Warranty only covers failure due to defects in materials and workmanship that occur during normal use and does not
cover normal maintenance. This Limited Warranty does not cover cabinets or any appearance items; failure resulting from
accident, misuse, abuse, neglect, mishandling, misapplication, faulty or improper installation or setup adjustments; improper
maintenance, alteration, improper use of any input signal; damage due to lightning or power line surges, spikes and brownouts;
damage that occurs during shipping or transit; or damage that is attributed to acts of God. In the case of remote control units,
damage resulting from leaking, old, damaged or improper batteries is also excluded from coverage under this Limited Warranty.
WHAT IS COVERED UNDER THE TERMS OF THIS LIMITED WARRANTY:
WHAT IS NOT COVERED UNDER THE TERMS OF THIS LIMITED WARRANTY:

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CAUTION: THIS LIMITED WARRANTY ONLY COVERS VIDIKRON PRODUCTS PURCHASED FROM VIDIKRON AUTHORIZED DEALERS.
ALL OTHER PRODUCTS ARE SPECIFICALLY EXCLUDED FROM COVERAGE UNDER THIS WARRANTY. MOREOVER, DAMAGE
RESULTING DIRECTLY OR INDIRECTLY FROM IMPROPER INSTALLATION OR SETUP IS SPECIFICALLY EXCLUDED FROM COVERAGE
UNDER THIS LIMITED WARRANTY. IT IS IMPERATIVE THAT INSTALLATION AND SETUP WORK BE PERFORMED ONLY BY AN
AUTHORIZED VIDIKRON DEALER TO PROTECT YOUR RIGHTS UNDER THIS WARRANTY. THIS WILL ALSO ENSURE THAT YOU ENJOY
THE FINE PERFORMANCE OF WHICH YOUR VIDIKRON PRODUCT IS CAPABLE WHEN INSTALLED AND CALIBRATED BY VIDIKRON
AUTHORIZED PERSONNEL.
Vidikron limits its obligations under any implied warranties under state laws to a period not to exceed the warranty period. There
are no express warranties. Vidikron also excludes any obligation on its part for incidental or consequential damages related to the
failure of this product to function properly. Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, and some
states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages. So the above limitations or exclusions may
not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights that vary from state to state.
This warranty begins on the effective date of delivery to the end user. For your convenience, keep the original bill of sale as
evidence of the purchase date.
Please fill out and mail your warranty registration card. It is imperative that Vidikron knows how to reach you promptly if we should
discover a safety problem or product update for which you must be notified.
Repairs made under the terms of this Limited Warranty covering your Vidikron video product will be performed at the location of
the product, during usual working hours, providing location of product is within normal operating distance from a Vidikron
Authorized Service Center. In some instances it may be necessary for the product to be returned to the Vidikron factory for repairs.
If, solely in Vidikron’s judgment, location of product to be repaired is beyond normal operating distance of the closest Vidikron
Authorized Service Center, or the repair requires the unit be returned to the Vidikron factory, it is the owner’s responsibility to
arrange for shipment of the product for repair. These arrangements must be made through the selling Vidikron Dealer. If this is not
possible, contact Vidikron directly for a Return Authorization number and shipping instructions. Vidikron will return product
transportation prepaid in the United States, unless no product defect is discovered. In that instance, shipping costs will be the
responsibility of the owner.
© Copyright 2006 Vidikron, a Runco International Company. This document contains proprietary information protected by
copyright, trademark and other intellectual property laws. All rights are reserved. No part of this manual may be reproduced by any
mechanical, electronic or other means, in any form, without prior written permission of the manufacturer.
Vidikron, Vision, DVSI, Imagix, CineWide, AutoScope, V2Aperture Control, CSMS and IntelliWide are trademarks of Runco, LLC. All
other trademarks and registered trademarks used in this document are the property of their respective owners.
Vidikron products are manufactured under one or more of the following patents: US. Patent 6755540 and Other Patents Pending.
RIGHTS, LIMITS AND EXCLUSIONS:
EFFECTIVE WARRANTY DATE:
IMPORTANT -- WARRANTY REGISTRATION:
CONTACT A VIDIKRON AUTHORIZED SERVICE CENTER TO OBTAIN SERVICE:
COPYRIGHT AND TRADEMARKS:

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To locate the name and address of the nearest Vidikron Authorized Service Center, or for additional information about this Limited
Warranty, please call or write:
VIDIKRON
Attn: Customer Service Department
2900 Faber Street
Union City, CA 94587
Ph: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
Toll Free: (888) 4VIDIKRON
VIDIKRON PRODUCT INFORMATION
RETAIN THIS INFORMATION FOR YOUR RECORDS
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____________________________________________________________________________________________________________
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Thank you for your purchase of this quality Vidikron video projector! It has been designed to provide you with the quality of video
that is expected in a home theater. For the best performance, please read this manual carefully as it is your guide through the
menus and operation.
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.
1. Read these instructions.
2. Keep these instructions.
3. Heed all warnings.
4. Do not use this equipment near water, outdoors or otherwise exposed to the elements.
5. Clean only with a dry cloth.
6. Do not block any ventilation openings.
7. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that
produce heat.
8. Do not defeat the safety feature of the polarized or grounding type plug. A polarized type plug has two blades with one wider
than the other. A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The third prong is provided for your safety.
If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for the replacement of the obsolete outlet.
9. The 12V trigger only outputs DC 12V signal for triggering. Do not connect to any other power input or output. This could cause
damage to this unit.
10. Only use accessories specified by Vidikron.
11. Keep the packing material in case the equipment should ever need to be shipped.
12. Unplug this projector during lightning storms or when it will not be used for an extended period of time.
13. The lamp becomes extremely hot during operation. Allow the projector to cool down for approximately 45 minutes prior to
removing the lamp assembly for replacement. Do not operate lamps beyond the rated lamp life. Excessive operation of lamps
beyond rated life could cause them to explode in rare occasions.
14. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the projector has been damaged in any way,
objects have fallen or spilled into the projector, the projector has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally,
or has been dropped.
Safety Precautions
WARNING
This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of
uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within the product’s enclosure that
may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock.
This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of important
operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature
accompanying the appliance.
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
CAUTION:
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK)
NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED
SERVICE PERSONNEL.

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1Table of Contents
PRELIMINARY
TWO YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY ............................................................................................. iii
Safety Precautions ................................................................................................................... vi
1. Introduction ........................................................................................................................ 1
About This Manual ............................................................................................................................................ 1
Target Audience......................................................................................................................................... 1
If You Have Comments About This Manual... .................................................................................. 1
Textual and Graphic Conventions ....................................................................................................... 1
Using This Manual ............................................................................................................................................. 2
Description, Features and Benefits ............................................................................................................. 3
Key Features and Benefits....................................................................................................................... 3
Parts List ....................................................................................................................................................... 4
2. Controls and Functions ...................................................................................................... 5
PlasmaView VHD at a Glance ........................................................................................................................ 5
Controls and Indicators ........................................................................................................................... 5
Connectors .................................................................................................................................................. 6
VHD Controller Front Panel ........................................................................................................................... 8
VHD Controller Rear Panel ............................................................................................................................. 9
Outputs.......................................................................................................................................................... 9
Inputs ............................................................................................................................................................. 9
VHD Controller Remote Control .................................................................................................................11
3. Installation ........................................................................................................................15
Remote Control ................................................................................................................................................15
Notes on Batteries ...................................................................................................................................15
Notes on Remote Control Operation................................................................................................15
Quick Setup ....................................................................................................................................................... 17
Installation Considerations ..........................................................................................................................18
High-Altitude Operation .......................................................................................................................18
Mounting the PlasmaView VHD on a Wall or Table Stand........................................................18
Ambient Light ...........................................................................................................................................19
Ventilation ..................................................................................................................................................19
Other Considerations ............................................................................................................................. 20
Connections to the PlasmaView VHD and VHD Controller ..............................................................21
Connecting the PlasmaView VHD to the VHD Controller .........................................................21
Connecting Source Components to the VHD Controller ..........................................................23

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RS-232 Controller Connection ............................................................................................................27
Connecting 12-Volt Trigger Outputs to External Equipment..................................................27
Connecting an External IR Receiver to the VHD Controller......................................................28
Cable Management.................................................................................................................................28
4. Operation ..........................................................................................................................29
Turning on the Power ....................................................................................................................................29
Selecting the Input Source ...........................................................................................................................30
Setting the Computer Display Properties ...............................................................................................30
Using the On-Screen Menus ........................................................................................................................32
Main Menu ................................................................................................................................................34
Input Source .............................................................................................................................................34
Aspect Ratio ..............................................................................................................................................34
Picture .........................................................................................................................................................36
Input Position............................................................................................................................................39
ISF Presets...................................................................................................................................................40
Information ................................................................................................................................................40
Calibration ..................................................................................................................................................41
Service..........................................................................................................................................................43
5. Maintenance and Troubleshooting ................................................................................47
Cleaning ..............................................................................................................................................................47
Cleaning the Display Panel Body and Remote Control..............................................................47
Cleaning the Screen................................................................................................................................47
Cleaning the Vents ..................................................................................................................................47
Troubleshooting Tips .....................................................................................................................................48
6. Serial Communications .................................................................................................... 51
RS-232 Connection and Port Configuration ..........................................................................................51
Serial Command Syntax ................................................................................................................................51
7. Specifications ....................................................................................................................57
PlasmaView VHD Specifications .................................................................................................................57
VHD Controller Specifications .....................................................................................................................58
PlasmaView VHD Dimensions .....................................................................................................................59
Computer/Video Signal Compatibility ....................................................................................................60
APPENDIX A. PlasmaView VHD Service Remote Control ............................................ A-1
Overview ...........................................................................................................................................................A-1
Service/Setup Menu .....................................................................................................................................A-3
Video NR (Noise Reduction)............................................................................................................... A-3
MPEG Filter...............................................................................................................................................A-4

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1List of Figures
2-1. PlasmaView VHD Front-Panel Controls and Indicators. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
2-2. PlasmaView VHD Rear Panel. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
2-3. VHD Controller Front Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
2-4. VHD Controller Rear Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
2-5. VHD Controller Remote Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
3-1. Available Range of the Remote Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
3-2. Ventilation Requirements for Enclosure Mounting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
3-3. Connecting the PlasmaView VHD to the VHD Controller. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
3-4. RS-232 Connection from the VHD Controller to the PlasmaView VHD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
3-5. DVI Source Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
3-6. Digital (DTV) RGB Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
3-7. Analog RGB Connections. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
3-8. Composite, S-Video and Component Video Connections. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
3-9. RS-232 Control System Connection. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
3-10. Connecting 12-Volt Trigger Outputs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
3-11. External IR Receiver Connection. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
3-12. Installing the Cable Ties. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
4-1. VHD Controller OSD Menu Structure for PlasmaView VHD. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
4-2. Typical PLUGE Pattern for Adjusting Brightness . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
4-3. Typical Gray Bar Pattern for Adjusting Contrast . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
4-4. Typical Color Bar Pattern for Adjusting Color Saturation and Tint . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
4-5. Typical Test Pattern for Adjusting Sharpness . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
7-1. PlasmaView VHD Dimensions (with Optional Table Stand) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59
A-1. PlasmaView VHD Service Remote Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-1
A-2. PlasmaView VHD Setup Menu. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-3

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1.1
About This Manual
This Owner’s Manual describes how to install, set up and operate the Vidikron PlasmaView
VP-6000 VHD High-Definition Plasma Display. Throughout this manual, the Vidikron
PlasmaView VP-6000 VHD High-Definition Plasma Display is referred to simply as the
“PlasmaView VHD.”
Target AudienceVidikron has prepared this manual to help home theater installers and end users get the
most out of the PlasmaView VHD.
Vidikron has made every effort to ensure that this manual is accurate as of the date it was
printed. However, because of ongoing product improvements and customer feedback, it
may require updating from time to time. You can always find the latest version of this and
other Vidikron product manuals on-line, at www.Vidikron.com.
If You Have Comments About
This Manual...
Vidikron welcomes your comments about this manual. Send them to [e-mail].
Textual and Graphic
Conventions
Text Conventions: The following conventions are used in this manual, in order to clarify the
information and instructions provided:
• Remote control button identifiers are set in upper-case bold type; for example, “Press EXIT
to return to the previous menu.”
• Computer input (commands you type) and output (responses that appear on-screen) is
shown in monospace (fixed-width) type; for example: “To change the aspect ratio to
Anamorphic, type ANAMORPHIC <Enter>.”
• All keys with functional names are initial-capped, set in bold type and enclosed in angle
brackets. These keys are the following: <Enter>, <Spacebar>, <Control>, <Esc>
and <Tab>.
•<Enter> indicates that you may press either the RETURN or ENTER key on your computer
keyboard if it has both keys.
In addition to these conventions, underlining, boldface and/or italics are occasionally used to
highlight important information, as in this example:
1Introduction
A carriage return must be used after each command or string.
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Graphic Conventions: These symbols appear in numerous places throughout the manual,
to emphasize points that you must keep in mind to avoid problems with your equipment or
injury:
1.2
Using This Manual
Use the following table to locate the specific information you need in this manual.
TIPS highlight time-saving short cuts and helpful guidelines for using
certain features.
NOTES emphasize text with unusual importance or special significance.
They also provide supplemental information.
CAUTIONS alert users that a given action or omitted action can degrade
performance or cause a malfunction.
WARNINGS appear when a given action or omitted action can result in
damage to the equipment, or possible non-fatal injury to the user.
DANGER appears when a given action can cause severe injury or death.
Tip
Note
Caution
WARNING
DANGER!
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General information about the PlasmaView VP-6000 VHD
High-Definition Plasma Display
3
Installation instructions 15
First-time configuration instructions 29
Advanced configuration instructions 41
Troubleshooting tips 48
Specifications for the PlasmaView VP-6000 VHD High-Definition
Plasma Display
60

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1.3
Description, Features and
Benefits
The PlasmaView VHD flat-panel plasma monitor brings outstanding picture quality to its size
category with true, high-definition native resolution of 1365 x 768 for no-compromise
viewing of any video source.
The PlasmaView VHD is supplied with Vidikron’s next-generation VHD Controller, featuring
advanced Imagix™ processing. This controller produces stunning video imagery, elevating
even standard NTSC material to near high-definition levels. The VHD Controller provides for a
pure digital signal path from input to output, making this system ready for Vidikron’s
exclusive LiveLink™ DVI cable solution to preserve HD signal quality over long runs.
Multiple aspect ratio control includes Vidikron’s IntelliWide™ mode for viewing 4:3 material
in widescreen with no loss of picture quality.
The PlasmaView VHD’s black level performance and shadow detail capability have been
enhanced with Active Gray Scale Rendering to provide smoother transitions from dark to
light, resulting in richly detailed textures even in shadowy scenes.
The PlasmaView VHD is easily integrated into custom installation systems. Both RS-232C and
IR control interfaces are incorporated for simple automation. Its profile is less than 5-1/2
inches thin for wall-mounting simplicity.
Key Features and BenefitsThe PlasmaView VHD offers these key features and benefits:
• 16:9 Native Resolution: 1365 x 768
• Multiple Aspect Ratios with IntelliWide™ Mode
• 160 degree horizontal/vertical viewing angle
• Accepts all DTV formats (via outboard decoder), including 1080i, 720p and 480p
• Less than 5-1/2 inches deep
• Two DVI Inputs (on VHD Controller) with High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection
(HDCP)
• Exceptional detail and artifact-free video enhancement
• Imagix™ video processing with 3:2 film detection circuitry

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Parts List Your PlasmaView VHD is shipped with the following items. If any items are missing or
damaged, please contact your Vidikron dealer or Vidikron Customer Service at (888)
4VIDIKRON.
• PlasmaView VP-6000 VHD High-Definition Plasma Display
• AC Power Cords (2)
•RemoteControlUnitandtwo (2), AAA-size batteries
• Service Remote Control Unit and two (2), AA-size batteries
• RJ-11 Telephone Cable, 50 feet (15.24 meters)
• Serial Port Adapter, RJ-11 Female to DB-9 Female
• Rack-mount hardware for the VHD Controller
•CleaningCloth
•CableTies(2)
• Warranty information and registration card
• Vidikron PlasmaView VP-6000 VHD Owner’s Operating Manual (this document)
Optional Accessories:
• Wall Mount Kit
• Table Stand
• LiveLink™ DVI Cabling System
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2.1
PlasmaView VHD at a
Glance
Controls and IndicatorsFigure 2-1 shows the PlasmaView VHD front-panel controls and indicators.
Figure 2-1. PlasmaView VHD Front-Panel Controls and Indicators
1. DISPLAY STAND
Optional accessory for tabletop installations.
2. REMOTE CONTROL SENSOR
Receives the signals from the remote control.
3. STANDBY/ON INDICATOR
- Lights green to indicate normal operation;
- Lights red to indicate that the PlasmaView VHD is in standby mode;
- Flashes green or red (twice per second) to indicate an error condition.
4. HANDLES (at the rear of the panel)
ALWAYS use the handles when carrying the unit.
2Controls and Functions
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2
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Connectors Figure 2-2 shows the rear-panel connector and power switch locations on the PlasmaView
VHD.
Figure 2-2. PlasmaView VHD Rear Panel
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COMBINATION
IN OUT
RS-232C AUDIO AUDIO
INPUT1
AUDIO
OUTPUT INPUT2
ANALOG RGB OUT
(D-Sub)
ANALOG RGB IN
(D-Sub)
INPUT1
DIGITAL RGB
(DVI-D)
INPUT2
910
123 4 5 6 7 8
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1. COMBINATION IN/OUT
Not used.
2. RS-232C (9-pin, male D-Sub)
Connect the RS-232 OUT port on the VHD Controller to this input.
3. AUDIO (OUTPUT) (3.5-mm stereo mini jack)
Not used with this model.
4. AUDIO (INPUT 1) (3.5-mm stereo mini jack)
Not used with this model. Connect the audio outputs from your sources to an external
audio receiver.
5. AUDIO (INPUT 2) (3.5-mm stereo mini jack)
Not used with this model. Connect the audio outputs from your sources to an external
audio receiver.
6. ANALOG RGB OUT (INPUT 1) (15-pin D-Sub)
If desired, connect this output to the RGB input of a second display device.
7. ANALOG RGB IN (INPUT 1) (15-pin D-Sub)
Connect the RGBHV (5xBNC) output from the VHD Controller here.
8. DIGITAL RGB (INPUT 2) (DVI-D)
HDCP-compliant digital video input. Connect the DVI output from the VHD Controller
to this input.
9. EXTERNAL SPEAKER OUTPUT (RIGHT)
Not used. Connect speakers to an external audio amplifier/receiver.
10. EXTERNAL SPEAKER OUTPUT (LEFT)
Not used. Connect speakers to an external audio amplifier/receiver.
11. POWER INPUT (100 to 240 VAC)
Connect the PlasmaView VHD to power here, using the included power cord.
12. MAIN POWER SWITCH
Connects or disconnects the PlasmaView VHD from the AC power source.
This output is not active when the PlasmaView VHD is off or in standby
mode.
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2.2
VHD Controller Front
Panel
Figure 2-3 shows the controls and indicators on the VHD Controller front panel; the
paragraphs that follow describe them.
Figure 2-3. VHD Controller Front Panel
1. POWER BUTTON
Press once to toggle from standby mode to on mode. Press it again to return to standby
mode. For a discrete on or off command, you can use the direct access buttons on the
remote control.
2. IR SENSOR
Receives IR commands from the remote.
3. VACUUM FLUORESCENT DISPLAY
Can be used instead of the On-Screen Display (OSD). Displays currently-selected menu
or – if no menu is selected – the current source, signal format (NTSC or PAL), input
resolution and aspect ratio.
Component SD NTSC 480i
Anamorphic VP-6000
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VHD Controller Rear Panel
Figure 2-4 shows the rear connector panel on the VHD Controller.
Figure 2-4. VHD Controller Rear Panel
Outputs1. ANALOG OUTPUTS (RGBHV)
Connect these to the ANALOG RGB IN input of the PlasmaView VHD, using a
5x BNC-to-VGA breakout cable.
2. DVI OUT
Connect this to the DIGITAL RGB (DVI-D) input on the PlasmaView VHD.
Inputs3. DVI 1 / DVI 2 (Digital)
Two, HDCP-compliant digital video inputs for connecting a DVD player or HD tuner with
a DVI or HDMI output.
4. HD1 / HD2 (5 x Analog BNCs)
Two inputs (five BNCs per input) for connecting either RGB or component
high-definition television signals. The VHD Controller automatically detects the signal
format: RGB(HV) or YPrPb, 480p, 720p, 480i, 576i or 1080i.
5. COMPONENT VIDEO (RCA connectors)
Standard Definition (480i/576i) Component (YPrPb) input. This is the input for
component video from sources such as DVD players.
Pb Pr Y
Video
3
IR
RS-232 Control
S-Video 1
S-Video 2
HD1
HD2
12
R/Pr G/Y B/Pb
R/Pr G/Y B/Pb H V
DVI 1 DVI 2DVI OutH/VVH
R/Pr G/Y B/Pb
HV
TRIGGERS
RS-232 Out
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC
SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER. NO USER-
SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING
TO QUALIFIED SERVICE CENTER.
AVI S: RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE-NE PAS OUVRIR
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN !
WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE
OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE
THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
100-230VAC 50-60 Hz, 165 Watts Max
OUTPUTS
INPUTS
SYSTEM CONTROL INTERFACE
Component Video
SDI
Option
Serial No
Video Processor / Controller
Model
Vidikron
Union City, CA
Made In USA
235611 12 13 14
19
7
810
4
For best results, do not run your DVD player in progressive mode.
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6. COMPOSITE VIDEO INPUT
Standard composite video input for connecting a VCR, camcorder, laser disc player or
other composite video source.
7. S-VIDEO 1 / S-VIDEO 2
Two, standard S-Video inputs for connecting a DVD player, satellite receiver or Super
VHS (S-VHS) VCR.
8. 12-VOLT (750 mA) TRIGGER OUTPUTS
Connection for up to three (3), 12-volt trigger-controlled devices.
9. RS-232 OUTPUT (6-Wire, RJ-11 jack)
Connect this to the RS-232C input of the PlasmaView VHD, using the supplied serial port
adapter and communication cable.
10. IR
Wired input from an external remote control or infrared receiver. It is a 3.5-mm, mini
phono jack, wired as follows:
Ring = +5V
Tip = IR Input
Sleeve = Ground
11. RS-232 CONTROL PORT
A female, 9-pin D-sub connector for interfacing with a PC or home theater
automation/control system.
12. POWER INPUT (100 to 240 VAC)
Connect the VHD Controller to power here.
13. MAIN AC FUSE
This is the main AC input fuse (5mm x 20mm, 500 mA, 250V slow-blow).
14. MAIN POWER SWITCH
Disconnects or applies power to the VHD Controller.
When an external remote control or infrared receiver is connected to the
wired IR input, the IR sensor on the front of the VHD Controller is disabled.
Note