ViewSonic LD163-181 User manual

LD163-181
All-in-one Direct View LED Display
User Guide
Model No. VS18325
P/N: LD163-181
IMPORTANT: Please read this User Guide to obtain important information on installing and using your product in
a safe manner, as well as registering your product for future service. Warranty information contained in this User
Guide will describe your limited coverage from ViewSonic®Corporation, which is also found on our web site at
http://www.viewsonic.com in English, or in specific languages using the Regional selection box in the upper right
corner of our website. “Antes de operar su equipo lea cu idadosamente las instrucciones en este manual”

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Thank you for choosing ViewSonic®
As a world-leading provider of visual solutions, ViewSonic® is dedicated to exceeding
the world’s expectations for technological evolution, innovation, and simplicity.
At ViewSonic®, we believe that our products have the potential to make a positive
impact in the world, and we are confident that the ViewSonic® product you have
chosen will serve you well.
Once again, thank you for choosing ViewSonic®!

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Safety Precauons
Please read the following Safety Precauons before you start using the device.
• Keep this user guide in a safe place for later reference.
• Read all warnings and follow all instructions.
• Ensure there is no direct airflow from air conditioning blowing on the display.
• Do not use the device near water. To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do
not expose the device to moisture.
• Avoid exposing the device to direct sunlight or other sources of sustained heat.
• Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or
other devices (including amplifiers) that may increase the temperature of the
device to dangerous levels.
• When moving the device, be careful not to drop or bump the device on
anything.
• Do not place the device on an uneven or unstable surface. The device may fall
over resulting in an injury or a malfunction.
• Do not place any heavy objects on the device or connection cables.
• If smoke, an abnormal noise, or a strange odor is present, immediately turn the
device off and call your dealer or ViewSonic®. It is dangerous to continue using
the device.
• Do not attempt to circumvent the safety provisions of the polarized or
grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the
other. A grounding-type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The
wide blade and the third prong are provided for your safety. If the plug does not
fit into your outlet, obtain an adapter and do not attempt to force the plug into
the outlet.
• When connecting to a power outlet, DO NOT remove the grounding
prong. Please ensure grounding prongs are NEVER REMOVED.
• Protect the power cord from being treaded upon or pinched,
particularly at the plug, and at the point where it emerges from
the equipment. Ensure that the power outlet is located near the
equipment so that it is easily accessible.
• Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.
• When a cart is used, use with caution when moving the cart/equipment
combination to avoid injury from tipping over.
• Disconnect the power plug from the AC outlet if the device is not being used for
a long period of time.

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• Place the device in a well-ventilated area.
• Do not cover the surface of the display with any material.
• Do not block the air circulation around the display.
• Keep flammable materials away from the display.
• Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Service will be
required when the unit has been damaged in any way, such as:
if the power supply cord or plug is damaged;
if liquid is spilled onto or objects fall in the unit;
if the unit is exposed to moisture;
if the unit does not operate normally or has been dropped.
• Do not assemble the display by yourself.
• This panel is an advanced product that contains millions of pixels. You may
occasionally see pixel spots when viewing the screen. Since these deactivated
pixels are not a defect, the performance and reliability of the product is not
affected. For more information, please see page 65.

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Contents
Safety Precautions....................................................... 3
Introduction ................................................................ 8
Package Contents ...................................................................................................8
Product Overview...................................................................................................9
Front Panel.............................................................................................................. 9
Rear Panel ............................................................................................................... 9
I/O Control Panel................................................................................................... 10
Remote Control..................................................................................................... 11
Installation................................................................ 14
Wall Mounting......................................................................................................14
Installing the Upper and Lower Wall Mounting Brackets ..................................... 14
Installing the Middle Cabinets............................................................................... 16
Installing the Left and Right Cabinet ..................................................................... 18
Connecting and Securing the Cabinets.................................................................. 19
Connecting the System Control Box...................................................................... 20
Installing the LED Modules.................................................................................... 22
Installing System Control Box Covers.................................................................... 23
Floor Stand Installation.........................................................................................25
Component List ..................................................................................................... 25
Constructing the Floor Stand ................................................................................ 27
Connecting the System Control Box to the Floor Base.......................................... 29
Installing the Middle Cabinets............................................................................... 30
Installing the Left and Right Cabinet ..................................................................... 33
Connect the Network and Power Cables .............................................................. 34
Installing the LED Modules.................................................................................... 35
Installing System Control Box Covers.................................................................... 36
Making Connections.................................................. 38
Connecting to External Devices............................................................................38
HDMI IN Connection ............................................................................................. 38
Audio Connection.................................................................................................. 38
Video Output Connection ..................................................................................... 38
USB and Networking Connections ........................................................................ 39
RS-232 Connection................................................................................................ 39

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Using Your Display..................................................... 40
Powering On/Off your LED Display.......................................................................40
Home Screen ........................................................................................................41
On-Screen Display (OSD) Menu............................................................................42
On-Screen Display (OSD) Menu Tree .................................................................... 43
Menu Options ....................................................................................................... 46
Picture ............................................................................................................... 46
Sound ................................................................................................................ 48
Time................................................................................................................... 50
NetWork............................................................................................................ 53
Update............................................................................................................... 55
Advanced........................................................................................................... 56
Embedded Applications............................................. 58
ViewBoard Cast ....................................................................................................58
vSweeper..............................................................................................................62
Browser ................................................................................................................63
WPS Office............................................................................................................63
Appendix................................................................... 64
Specifications........................................................................................................64
LED Display Deactivated Pixel Definition..............................................................65
Timing Chart .........................................................................................................66
HDMI (PC).............................................................................................................. 66
HDMI (Video)......................................................................................................... 67
Supported Media Formats....................................................................................68
Troubleshooting ...................................................................................................70
Maintenance.........................................................................................................72
General Precautions.............................................................................................. 72
Initial Operation .................................................................................................... 72
Front Panel Cleaning Instructions ......................................................................... 72
Cabinet Cleaning Instructions ............................................................................... 72
Regular Use ........................................................................................................... 73
Vacuum Suction Tool............................................................................................. 74
LED Module Disassembly ...................................................................................... 76

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RS-232 Protocol......................................................... 78
RS-232 Hardware Specification ............................................................................. 78
RS-232 Communication Setting............................................................................. 78
Command Table .................................................................................................... 79
Regulatory and Service Information .......................... 80
Compliance Information.......................................................................................80
FCC Compliance Statement................................................................................... 80
IC Warning Statement........................................................................................... 81
Country Code Statement....................................................................................... 81
IC Radiation Exposure Statement.......................................................................... 82
CE Conformity for European Countries ................................................................. 82
Declaration of RoHS2 Compliance......................................................................... 83
European Union Regulatory Conformance ........................................................... 83
Indian Restriction of Hazardous Substances ......................................................... 84
Product Disposal at End of Product Life................................................................ 84
Copyright Information ..........................................................................................85
Customer Service .................................................................................................. 86
Limited Warranty .................................................................................................. 87
Mexico Limited Warranty...................................................................................... 90

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Introducon
Package Contents
Item Quanty Note
Cabinet Secons
13
4
6 secons
total
One (1) Le, four (4)
Middle, and one(1)
Right.
System Control Box
(Le and Right sides)
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4
2 sides
Quick Start Guide
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4
1
LED Modules
13
4
144 modules
ONLY the American
Market will include
two (2) spare modules.
Remote Control
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4
1
Screws
1
2
3
45
20 x M6x10mm (1)
32 x M6x50mm Expansion (2)
32 x TA6x30mm (3)
24 x M6x16mm (4)
15 x KM3x6mm (5)
Hex Tool
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4
1
System Control Box Covers
(Le, Middle, and Right sides)
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4
3
Wall Mounng Brackets
13
4
4
Vacuum Sucon Tool
13
4
1ONLY included in the
American market.
An-Stac Gloves 2 pairs
USB-A to USB-B Cable (5m) 1
NOTE:
• This product is packed in an air transport box.
• Due to the size and weight, it is recommended that two or more people handle it.
• The base stand is an optional accessory and will be sold separately.

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Product Overview
Front Panel
BRIGHTNESSINPUTSTAND-BY
LANUSB-BAUDIO
OUT
HDMI
1
HDMI
2
HDMI
OUT
USBUSBUSBRS232
Rear Panel
I/O Control Panel
Speaker Speaker
Power Button
and indicator

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I/O Control Panel
BRIGHTNESSINPUTSTAND-BY
LANUSB-BAUDIO
OUT
HDMI
1
HDMI
2
HDMI
OUT
USBUSBUSBRS232
Number Item Port Descripon
1RS-232 Serial control port.
2Ambient
Light Sensor
Detects ambient light and adjusts brightness levels
automacally.
3USB 2.0 USB Reader (5V/0.5A)
4USB 3.0 USB Reader. (5V/1A)
5HDMI Out Extend content out to another display device.
6HDMI In High denion input; connect to PC with HDMI output,
set-top box, or other video device.
7Audio Out Audio output to an external speaker.
8USB-B Maintenance port for external PC connecon.
9IR Receiver Receiver for the Remote Control.
10 LAN Standard RJ45 (10M/100M/1000M) Internet connecon
interface.
11 Stand-by Press to enter Stand-by mode.
12 Input Select Press to cycle through available input sources.
13 Brightness Press to cycle through brightness levels.
1 2
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3 3 4 5 6 6 7 8 10 11 12 13

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Remote Control
1 3
8
9
11
13
4
2
7
10
14
12
5 6
Number Item Descripon
1Power on/o
2Input source selecon
3Mute/Unmute
4Play/Pause content
5Move content forwards and backwards
6Increase/decrease the volume level
7Switch to a blank, black screen
8Enter the Sengs menu
9p/t/u/qDireconal buons
10 Back to the Home Screen
11 Return to previous page
12 Numeric input buons
13 Delete key for text input
14 Input key for symbols (e.g. periods)

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Inserng Remote Control Baeries
The remote control is powered by two 1.5v "AAA" baeries.
To insert baeries into the remote control:
1. Remove the cover on the rear of the remote control.
2. Insert two “AAA” baeries, ensuring the “+” symbol on the baery matches the
“+” on the baery post.
3. Replace the cover by aligning it with the slot on the remote control and snapping
the latch shut.
(1) (2) (3)
WARNING: There is a risk of explosion if baeries are installed with incorrect
polarity.
NOTE:
• It is recommended that you do not mix battery types.
• Avoid exposure to heat or steam.
• Do not allow water or other liquids to splash on the remote control. If the
remote control becomes wet, wipe it dry immediately.
• Always dispose of old batteries in an environmentally friendly way. Contact
your local government for more information on how to dispose of batteries
safely.

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Remote Control Receiver Range
The operang range of the remote control is shown here. It has an eecve range
of 20 feet (6 meters), 30° degrees le and right. Ensure there is nothing obstrucng
the remote control’s signal to the receiver.
6m
30° 30°
BRIGHTNESSINPUTSTAND-BY
LANUSB-BAUDIO
OUT
HDMI
1
HDMI
2
HDMI
OUT
USBUSBUSBRS232

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Installaon
There are two installaon methods: Wall-Mounted and Floor Stand.
Before Installing
Maintain an adequate air gap between the back of the display and any wall
for proper venlaon.
Ensure there is no direct airflow from air conditioning or heating vents
blowing on the display.
Avoid installing the display in places with high humidity.
Due to high power usage, always use power cords specically designed for
this product.
Wall Mounng
Installing the Upper and Lower Wall Mounng Brackets
1790
mm
1750 mm
1250 mm
750 mm
250 mm
7 mm
12 mm
15 mm
1. Ensure the wall area and size is an appropriate installaon site.
NOTE: The height of the Upper Wall Mount Brackets must not be less than 90-
1/2" (2.3 meters) from the ground.
2. Using the Wall Mount Bracket (pictured above) as a guide, mark each of the eight
(8) holes and pre-drill each.
3. Install the rst Upper Wall Mount Bracket with the provided screws (M6x50mm
Expansion for masonry; TA6x30mm for load bearing wood).
4. Repeat Step 2, ensuring the second Upper Wall Mount Bracket is level with the
rst upper bracket.

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5. Install the Lower Wall Mount Brackets in the same manner as the Upper Wall
Mount Brackets. The distance between the Upper and Lower Wall Mount
Brackets is 77-3/8" (1965 mm).
W
a
l
l
Display
56
mm
35 mm
110.5 mm
1965 mm
77.375 in
1.378 in
4.35 in
2.205 in
Ensure the wall can safely support 423.29 lbs. (192 kg).
6. Aer installing both Upper and Lower Wall Mount Brackets, the installaon wall
should look like:
NOTE: You can also install the Upper Wall
Mount Brackets, hang the screen, and
then install the Lower Wall Mount
Brackets for a more precise t.

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Installing the Middle Cabinets
1. Ensure the Mounng Brackets on the rear of the four (4) Middle Cabinets are
posioned at the top and boom mounng posions as shown below:
2. Carefully li each Middle Cabinet up onto the Upper Wall Mount Brackets.
3. Ensure the Mounng Brackets sit securely on the Wall Mount Brackets as shown
below.
Wall Wall
Display

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4. Push each Locking Bolt and lock each Hook with the hex tool to securely connect
each cabinet together.
NOTE: There are six (6) Locking Bolts and 12 Hooks between each cabinet.
5. Li the remaining Middle Cabinets up onto the Upper Wall Mount Brackets,
ensuring the Mounng Brackets sit securely on the Wall Mount Brackets.
6. Repeat Step 4, securing the cabinets together with each Locking Bolt and Hook.
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4
Push the Locking Bolt.
Lock each Hook with the hex tool.

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Installing the Le and Right Cabinet
1. Ensure the Mounng Brackets on the rear of the Le and Right Cabinet are
posioned at the top and boom mounng posions as shown below:
2. Carefully li the Le and Right Cabinet up onto the Upper Wall Mount Brackets,
ensuring the Mounng Brackets sit securely on the Wall Mount Brackets.
3. If necessary, adjust the Le or Right Cabinet so that they t seamlessly with the
Middle Cabinets.

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4. Push each Locking Bolt and lock each Hook with the hex tool to securely connect
the Le and Right Cabinets.
NOTE: There are six (6) Locking Bolts and 12 Hooks between each cabinet.
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4
Push the Locking Bolt.
Lock each Hook with the hex tool.

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Connecng the System Control Box
1. Carefully unfold the System Control Box panel. Ensure the main system control
board is on the le.
NOTE: Use cauon as the System Control Box panel will be separated into two
pieces, however the wires are connected.
2. Align the holes of the Cabinet with the System Control Box to aach.
System Control Board
3. Further secure the System Control Box to the Cabinets with the 24 provided
screws (M6x16mm).