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VP-42 / VP-42HD / VP-50 / VP-60
Owner’s Manual
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TABLE OF CONTENTS Introduction ............................................................................ 2 OSD (On Screen Display) Controls ...................................... 28 Important Information .......................................................... 4 Menu Operations ................................................................... 28 Limited Warranty .................................................................. 8 Picture Adjust Menu ...................................
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INTRODUCTION » Introduction to the Vidikron PlasmaView™ VP-42 / VP-42HD / VP-50 / VP-60 Flat Panel Display Monitor Vidikron presents a full line-up of high performance plasma display monitors, perfect for every application. Three models, 42, 50 and 60 inch, all share common style, engineering and design, features and state-of-the-art performance. These three popular sizes all feature HDTV capable, 16:9 native resolution display panels with advanced engineering innovations to give you the brig
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Introduction » The features you’ll enjoy include: Options: • 16:9 Native Resolution: • Wall mount unit 853 x 480 (VP-42) 1024 x 768 (VP-42HD) • Tilt mount unit 1365 x 768 (VP-50, VP-60) • Tablestand • DVI Input with HDCP • IR and discrete RS-232 Control for custom installation integration • Dynamic Pixel Protection™ to help prevent stationary image burn • HDTV Ready • Less than 5 inches thin Contents of the package: • Plasma display monitor • Power cord • Remote control with two AAA batter
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IMPORTANT INFORMATION » Precautions WARNING Please read this manual carefully before using your plasma TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARDS, DO NOT monitor and keep the manual handy for future reference. EXPOSE THIS UNIT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. ALSO DO NOT USE THIS UNIT’S POLARIZED PLUG WITH AN EXTENSION CORD RECEPTACLE OR OTHER OUTLETS, CAUTION UNLESS THE PRONGS CAN BE FULLY INSERTED. REFRAIN FROM OPENING THE CABINET AS THERE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK ARE HIGH-VOLTAGE COMPONENTS INSIDE. REFER DO N
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Important Information » Warnings and Safety Precautions No maintenance other than cleaning is required. Please see the section “Plasma monitor cleaning procedure” on page 7. The plasma display panel consists of fine picture elements (cells). There may be some cells that do not produce light or remain lit. For operating safety and to avoid damage to the unit, read carefully and observe the following instructions. To avoid shock and fire hazards: 1. Provide adequate space for ventilation to avoi
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Important Information » To avoid damage and prolong operating life: NOTE: When you connect a computer to this monitor, use an RGB cable 1. Use only with 120V 50/60Hz AC power supply. Continued including the ferrite core on both ends of the cable. And regarding operation at line voltages greater than 120 Volts AC will shorten DVI and power cable, attach the supplied ferrite cores. If you do not the life of the unit, and might even cause a fire hazard. do this, the monitor will not conform
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Important Information * Change the position of the menu display from time to time. » Plasma monitor cleaning procedure: * Always power down the monitor when you are finished using 1. Use a soft dry cloth to clean the front panel and bezel area. it. Never use solvents such as alcohol or thinner to clean these If the plasma monitor is in long term use or continuous operation surfaces. take the following measures to reduce the likelihood of phosphor burn: 2. Clean plasma ventilation areas
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LIMITED WARRANTY Congratulations on your purchase of a Vidikron video product and in the 4:3 aspect ratio mode (black or gray stripes, but no picture welcome to the Vidikron family! With proper installation, setup information is present on the left and right edges of the screen) are and care, you should enjoy many years of unparalleled video used as infrequently as possible. This will prevent permanent image performance. This is a LIMITED WARRANTY as defined in the burns on your plasma displa
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Limited Warranty damaged or improper batteries is also excluded from coverage under IMPORTANT: WARRANTY REGISTRATION: this Limited Warranty. Please fill out and mail your warranty registration card. It is imperative that Vidikron knows how to reach you promptly if we CAUTION: THIS LIMITED WARRANTY ONLY COVERS should discover a safety problem or product update for which you VIDIKRON PRODUCTS PURCHASED FROM VIDIKRON must be notified. AUTHORIZED DEALERS. ALL OTHER PRODUCTS ARE SPECIFICALLY EX
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Limited Warranty ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: To locate the name and address of the nearest VIDIKRON authorized service location, 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 (510) 324-5900 Fax (510) 324-5905 Toll Free 1-888-4-VIDIKRON 10
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HOW TO ATTACH OPTIONS TO THE PLASMA MONITOR You can attach your optional mounts or stand to the plasma monitor in one of the following two ways: 1) While it is upright. (See drawing A) 2) As it is laid down with the screen face down (See drawing B). Lay the protective sheet, which was wrapped around the plasma monitor when it was packaged, beneath the screen surface so it does not B scratch the screen face. A * DO NOT touch or hold the screen face when carrying the unit. Wall • This devic
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PART NAMES AND FUNCTIONS » Front View 1 POWER Turns the plasma monitor’s power on and off. 2 REMOTE SENSOR WINDOW Receives the signals from the remote control. 3 POWER When the power is on it will light GREEN. When the power is on the standby mode, it will light RED. Located on bottom 4 INPUT SELECT / EXIT Located on bottom of Plasma of Plasma Switches the input, in the following order. The available inputs VOLUME INPUT SELECT MENU /
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Part Names and Functions » Rear View / Terminal Board A AC IN G RGB1 (mini D-Sub 15pin) Connect the included power cord here. Connect an analog RGB signal from a computer, etc. here. This input can be used for Input or Output. B Connect speakers (not available from Vidikron) here. Maintain the correct polarity. H RGB3 (DVI 24pin) Connect a digital signal (TMDS) from a source with a DVI C VIDEO 1,2,3 (BNC, RCA, S-Video) output. Connect VCR’s, DVD’s or Video Cameras, etc here. VIDE
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VIDEO VIDEO 2 AUDIO 1 DVD1 / HD1 AUDIO 2 RGB2 / DVD2 / HD2 RGB 1 AUDIO 3 RGB 3 R R R VIDEO 1 R/ G/ B/ (IN/OUT) Cr/Pr Y Cb/Pb HD VD (IN / OUT) IN OUT Y Cb/Pb Cr/Pr DVI ( Digital RGB ) REMOTE External Control L L L (MONO) (MONO) (MONO) VIDEO 3 Part Names and Functions Rear View / Terminal Board C D E F G AC IN RIGHT LEFT SPEAKERS MUST HAVE MORE THAN 7WATT RATING IMPEDANCE 6 OHM H I AC IN RIGHT LEFT SPEAKERS MUST HAVE MORE THAN J 7WATT RATING IMPEDANCE 6 OHM K A B 14
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Part Names and Functions » Remote Control 1 ON/OFF 7 RGB 1-2-3 Switches Power ON/OFF. (This does not operate when Press this button to select RGB/PC as the source. The POWER/STANDBY indicator of the main unit is off. available sources depend on the setting of “BNC INPUT”. RGB: RGB1 RGB2 RGB3 2 CURSOR ( / / / ) Use these buttons to select items or settings and to adjust COMP: RGB1 RGB3 settings or switch the display patterns. RGB can also be selected using the INPUT
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Part Names and Functions 1 Remote Control (continued) 12 DISPLAY Displays the source settings on the screen. 13 LIGHT* 2 Press this to illuminate the buttons. * Not available on all models. 3 4 6 5 7 9 8 10 11 12 13 16
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Part Names and Functions » Battery Installation and Replacement Insert the 2 “AAA” batteries, making sure to set them in with the proper polarity. 1. Press and open the cover. 2. Align the batteries according to the (+) and (–) indication inside the case. 3. Replace the cover. 17
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Part Names and Functions » Handling the remote control » Operating Range • Do not drop or mishandle the remote control. * Use the remote control within a distance of about 23 ft. (7m) • Do not get the remote control wet. If the remote control gets wet, from the front of the monitor’s remote control sensor and at . wipe it dry immediately. horizontal an vertical angles of up to approximately 30° • Avoid heat and humidity. * The remote control operation may not function if the monitor’s • Whe
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VIDEO VIDEO 2 AUDIO 1 DVD1 / HD1 AUDIO 2 RGB2 / DVD2 / HD2 RGB 1 AUDIO 3 RGB 3 R R R VIDEO 1 R/ G/ B/ (IN/OUT) Cr/Pr Y Cb/Pb HD VD (IN / OUT) IN OUT Y Cb/Pb Cr/Pr DVI ( Digital RGB ) External Control REMOTE L L L (MONO) (MONO) (MONO) VIDEO 3 INSTALLATION VCR or Laser Disc Player VIDEO 1-3 To video inputs on the plasma monitor DVD Player IBM VGA or Compatibles Macintosh or Compatibles (Desktop type) Monitor adapter for Macintosh To Mini D-Sub 15 pin connector on the plasma monitor HD Set T
