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- Page 1 User’s Guide PHD50400 Plasma Monitor...
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Page 2: Warnings And Safety Precautions
Safety Information WARNING RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN This symbol indicates “dangerous voltage” inside the product that presents a risk of electric shock or personal injury. Precautions Please read this manual carefully before using your Monitor and keep the manual handy for future reference. - Page 3 Warnings and Safety Precautions The monitor is designed and manufactured to provide long, trouble- free service. No maintenance other than cleaning is required. Use a soft dry cloth to clean the panel. Never use solvents such as alcohol or thinner to clean the panel surface. The display panel consists of fine picture elements (cells).
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Page 5: Table Of Contents
Attaching mount or stand to the Cinema Screen monitor ... 37 External Control ... 38 Communication Parameters ... 38 Communication Format ... 38 Command Reference List ... 39 Specifications ... 40 Troubleshooting ... 41 Supported Resolution ... 42 RCA Limited Warranty ... 43 Accessories ... 45... -
Page 6: Chapter 1: Connections And Setup
Chapter 1 Contents of the Package Cinema Screen monitor Power cord Ferrite cores RGB cable (Mini D-Sub 15-pin to Mini D-Sub 15- pin connector) Remote control unit with two AA batteries User’s manual It is highly recommended that you have your monitor installed by a professional. If you are installing the monitor yourself, refer to the Reference section. -
Page 7: Part Names And Functions - Front View
Connections and Setup Part Names and Functions – Front View VOLUME MENU• OK DOWN LEFT/- RIGHT/+ OLUME • OK 1. M •OK – If no menu is displayed, brings up the menu. If a menu is displayed, press to select a highlighted option. 2. -
Page 8: Part Names And Functions - Back View
Part Names and Functions – Back View 1. EXT SPEAKER L and R – Connect speakers here. 2. AC IN – Connect the included power cord here. 3. VIDEO 1, 2, 3 – Connect VCRs, DVDs, Laserdiscs, etc. here. 4. AUDIO1, AUDIO2, AUDIO3 – Connect audio here. 5. -
Page 9: Battery Installation
• Replace cover. Connecting an HD Receiver RCA and PROSCAN HD (high definition) receivers come equipped with an RGB output jack for optimum quality. Using the RGB cable provided, connect the HD MONITOR OUT jack on the back of your HD receiver to the RGB1 (HD MONITOR IN)/AUDIO1 IN jack on the back of the monitor. -
Page 10: Connecting Your Vcr Or Laserdisc Player
1. Turn off the power to the monitor and VCR or laserdisc player. 2. Connect one end of your RCA cable to the video output connector on the back of your VCR or laser disc player. Connect the other end to the video input on the monitor. -
Page 11: Connecting Components To The Monitor
Connections and Setup VIDEO 1 VIDEO 2 VIDEO 3 (MONO) (MONO) RGB 1 H-SYNC V-SYNC (MONO) RGB 3 DIGITAL RGB CONTROL LOCK REMOTE CONTROL EXTERNAL CONTROL Connecting Components to the Monitor VIDEO 1 VIDEO 2 VIDEO 3 (MONO) (MONO) RGB 1 H-SYNC V-SYNC (MONO) -
Page 12: Connecting External Speakers To The Monitor
LEFT RIGHT Connecting External Speakers* to the Monitor The monitor doesn’t have internal speakers, so in order to get sound you must connect external speakers. External speakers can reproduce sound from VIDEO or RGB signal sources. External speakers may be connected directly to the SPEAKERS terminals or indirectly by connecting a stereo system amplifier to the audio outputs. -
Page 13: The Remote Control
Connections and Setup AUX Operates the component you’ve programmed to work with the AUX button. VCR1, VCR2, DVD, HD RCVR The component buttons used to put the remote into the correct mode to operate that particular component. The correct video source must first be selected or Autotuning must be set up. -
Page 14: The Remote Control
Programming the Remote The universal remote control that came with your monitor is already programmed to operate most RCA, GE, and PROSCAN VCRs, DVD players, laserdisc players, and satellite receivers. This remote is also capable of operating many other brands of remote-controllable electronic components, but you must program it to do so. -
Page 15: How To Use The Remote Control After You've Programmed It
Quarter ... 2011 Quartz ... 2011 Quasar ... 2021, 2022, 2125 RCA ... 2000, 2001, 2003, 2013, 2021, 2055, 2056, 2082, 2083, 2084, 2085, 2086, 2087, 2088, 2089, 2090, 2091, 2107, 2115, 2120, 2125 Radio Shack/Realistic ... 2002, 2011, 2013, 2014 2021, 2022, 2023, 2026, 2029, 2049, 2050, 2096, 2131 Radix ... - Page 16 STS3 ... 5066 STS4 ... 5067 Toshiba ... 5068 Toshiba ... 5073 Uniden ... 5069 Audio (AUX button only) (For RCA and Dimensia brands only) AM/FM ... 4003 Aux ... 4004 Phono ... 4005 CD ... 4007 Tape ... 4006...
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Page 18: Chapter 2: The Menu System
Chapter 2 Basic Operations Power To turn the monitor on and off: 1. Plug the power cord into an active AC power outlet. 2. Press the ON•OFF button on the remote control or the monitor button on the unit. The monitor’s POWER/STANDBY indicator turns green when the monitor is on. -
Page 19: The Multi-Screen Feature
The Menu System The Multi-Screen Feature The Multi-Screen feature is used to show either a single picture or two pictures on the screen at the same time. One of the pictures must be from the RGB input. SINGLE – Displays a single picture on the screen. SIDE BY SIDE –... -
Page 20: On-Screen Menu Operation
MAIN MENU PICTURE QUALITY AUDIO SCREEN FUNCTION OPTIONS SETUP AUTOTUNING SETUP SEL. This is the main menu with the PICTURE QUALITY option highlighted. Press OK to bring up the highlighted menu. The Picture Quality Menu Setting the Picture Mode with the PRESETS Option The monitor has preset viewing modes that can be selected depending on your viewing environment. -
Page 21: Adjusting The Picture Settings In Memory Mode
The Menu System Adjusting the Picture Settings in MEMORY Mode In MEMORY mode, you can set and save the following picture adjustments: CONTRAST – Changes the picture’s contrast (between light and dark). BLACK LEVEL – Makes the picture lighter or darker. SHARPNESS –... -
Page 22: Setting The Color Temperature
Setting the Color Temperature The color temperature setting controls how warm (red) or cool (blue) your picture is. The COLOR TEMP option has 4 settings: Normal Warm Pro (lets you select settings individually) Cool For regular viewing, Normal, Warm or Cool is recommended. The PRO setting is generally used only for professional applications. -
Page 23: Reducing Noise In The Picture
The Menu System Reducing Noise in the Picture Noise is a term used to describe extraneous bits of information in the signal that affect the clearness of the picture. You can use the Noise Reduction (NOISE REDUCE) setting if your reception is poor or when playing video tapes that have poor picture quality. The NOISE REDUCE option has four settings, including OFF. -
Page 24: The Audio Menu
The Audio Menu The AUDIO menu allows you to adjust the treble, bass and left/right balance of your external speakers. BASS – Changes the level of low frequency sound. TREBLE – Changes the level of high frequency sound. BALANCE – Changes the balance of the left and right speakers. Menu Operations To access the AUDIO menu: AUDIO... -
Page 25: The Screen Menu
The Menu System The Screen Menu The SCREEN menu allows you to set the monitor to automatically select the correct mode for viewing a particular movie and to change the positions of on-screen menus. Selecting a Viewing Size When viewing with a component other than your HD receiver*, you can set the screen mode to one of four screen sizes to suit the type of input you are watching. -
Page 26: Adjusting The Picture Position And Size
To change the viewing size: 1. Press the CINEMA button on the remote control. 2. The current viewing size will be displayed. Press the CINEMA button again to switch to the next size. The size switches as follows: *Note: When viewing with an HD receiver, use the receiver’s screen format selections to set the proper ratio. SCREEN MODE NORMAL... -
Page 27: The Function Menu
The Menu System The Function Menu The FUNCTION menu contains options that control on-screen displays (other than the menu system) and how the picture is displayed. FUNCTION DISPLAY MENU ADJUST POWER SAVER : OFF GRAY LEVEL FILM MODE : ON RGB3 ADJ. -
Page 28: Setting The Power Saver For Computer Images
FUNCTION DISPLAY : ON MENU ADJUST POWER SAVER GRAY LEVEL FILM MODE : ON RGB3 ADJ. SCREEN SAVER RESET ADJ. SEL. RETURN This is the FUNCTION menu with the POWER SAVER option highlighted. POWER/STANDBY indicator Power Saver POWER POWER/ Operating SAVER STANDBY Status... -
Page 29: Setting The Gray Level For The Sides Of The Screen
The Menu System FUNCTION DISPLAY : ON MENU ADJUST POWER SAVER : OFF GRAY LEVEL FILM MODE RGB ADJ. SCREEN SAVER RESET SEL. ADJ. RETURN This is the FUNCTION menu with the GRAY LEVEL option highlighted. NOTE: Repeated watching with the gray level set to black may affect the quality of your picture. -
Page 30: Adjusting The Display In Rgb3 Input Mode
FUNCTION DISPLAY : ON MENU ADJUST POWER SAVER : OFF GRAY LEVEL FILM MODE : ON RGB3 ADJ. SCREEN SAVER RESET SEL. ADJ. RETURN This is the FUNCTION menu with the RGB3 ADJ. option highlighted. FUNCTION DISPLAY : ON MENU ADJUST POWER SAVER : OFF GRAY LEVEL... -
Page 31: Turning Orbiter On
The Menu System SCREEN SAVER : AUTO ORBITER INVERSE : OFF SEL. ADJ. RETURN This is the SCREEN SAVER menu with the ORBITER option highlighted. RESET RESET RETURN SEL. RETURN RESET NOW RESETTING These are the RESET screens. Choose the RESET option if you want to reset ALL options in all menus back to the factory default. -
Page 32: The Options Menu
The Options menu Setting the Audio Inputs The monitor’s audio sources are programmable to each of the monitor’s video sources. For example, you can program AUDIO1 source to work with the RGB2 video source. This feature is used if optional speakers are connected and for commercial applications. OPTIONS AUDIO INPUT AUDIO1... -
Page 33: Setting A Computer Image To The Correct Rgb Select Mode
HD receiver. The default setting is 1080A. This is the correct setting for all RCA and PROSCAN HD receivers. If you have another brand of HD receiver, your picture may appear broken or off-center. If so, you need to switch HD SELECT modes. -
Page 34: Setting The Picture Size For Rgb Input Signals
Setting the Picture Size for RGB Input The PICTURE SIZE option is used to adjust the picture size when the input signal is RGB. Use this feature for graphic arts and checking photos. In TRUE mode, there is no distortion of the picture. In NORMAL mode, the picture will be scaled vertically but will keep the correct aspect ratio. -
Page 35: Selecting The Language For The Menus
The Menu System Selecting the Language for the Menus The menu display can be set to one of three languages: English, French or Spanish. The default is English. To change the default setting: MENU LANGUAGE LANGUAGE ˜ ESPANOL ADJ. This is the MENU LANGUAGE screen with Spanish as the selected language. -
Page 36: Sleep Timer
Sleep Timer The sleep timer is a feature that allows you to set the monitor to turn off after a prescribed amount of time. It can be set to turn the power off after 30, 60, 90 or 120 minutes. Setting the Sleep Timer 1. - Page 37 This page intentionally left blank.
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Page 38: Chapter 3: Other Information
Chapter 3 Installing the Cinema Screen Monitor • This device cannot stand on its own. Be sure to use a stand or original mounting unit. • For correct installation and mounting it is strongly recommended to use a trained, authorized Cinema Screen dealer. Failure to follow correct mounting procedures could result in damage to the equipment or injury to the installer. -
Page 39: External Control
Other Information External Control These specifications cover the communications control of the monitor by external control. Connections are made as follows: 1. The connector on the monitor side is the EXTERNAL CONTROL connector (an illustration of the pin assignment is on the right). 2. -
Page 40: Command Reference List
Command Reference List 01. Power ON 02. Power OFF 03. Input Switch Change 04. VOLUME Gain Data 05. AUDIO Mute On 06. AUDIO Mute Off 07. CONTRAST Gain Data 08. BRIGHTGain Data 09. SHARPNESS Gain Data 10. Color Gain Data 11. -
Page 41: Specifications
DVI-I 29-pin X 1* RCA-pin X 1 BNC X 1 S-Video: DIN 4-pin X 1 RCA-pin (Y, P ], P Stereo RCA X 3 D-sub 9-pin X1 (RS-232C) 7W+7W at 6 ohm AC120V 50/60Hz 5.9A (maximum) 595W (typical) 1240 X 766 X 107mm (w/o stand) 48.8 X 30.2 X 4.2 inches (w/o stand) -
Page 42: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting Before requesting service, check the adjustments, operations, etc. Symptom Picture is disturbed. Sound is noisy. Remote control unit operates erroneously. The remote control does not work. Monitor’s power does not turn on when the remote control’s power button is pressed. Monitor does not operate when the remote control’s buttons are pressed. -
Page 43: Supported Resolution
Other Information Supported Resolution • When screen mode is NORMAL, each signal is converted to 1024 dot X 768 line signal (except for *3). • When screen mode is TRUE, the picture is displayed in its original resolution. • When screen mode is FULL, each signal is converted to 1364 dot X 768 line signal (except for *2). Notes: With Digital inputs some signals are not accepted. -
Page 44: Rca Limited Warranty
• Proof of purchase in the form of a bill of sale or receipted invoice which is evidence that the product is within the warranty period must be presented to obtain warranty service. For rental firms, proof of first rental is also required. Chapter 3 RCA Plasma Monitor Limited Warranty Other Information... -
Page 45: Other Information
Other Information What your warranty does not cover: • Customer instruction. (Your Owner’s Manual describes how to install, adjust, and operate your unit. Any additional information should be obtained from your dealer.) • Installation and related adjustments. • Damage resulting from non-approved installation methods. •... -
Page 46: Accessories
Accessories The accessories listed below are available from your Cinema Screen Dealer. See your dealer for prices. Attachable Speakers – SPK50 Monitor Stand – PLB50... - Page 47 Please do not send any products to the Indianapolis address listed in this manual or on the carton. This will only add delays in service for your product. Thomson multimedia Inc. 10330 North Meridian Street Indianapolis, IN 46290 ©2000 Thomson multimedia Inc. Trademark(s)® Registered Marca(s) Registrada(s) Printed in USA TOCOM 15954560 visit www.rca.com THOMSON...
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