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- Page 1 ’ W N E R P E R A T I N G A N U A L PL-43DHD PL-50DHD Flat Panel Plasma Display Monitor with Digital High Definition Controller with Vivix II Technology Software Version 2.00...
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Page 3: Three Year Limited Warranty
PLASMA GLASS PANEL: Runco will pay for service labor by a Runco 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, Runco 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. - Page 4 IMPORTANT – WARRANTY REGISTRATION: Please fill out and mail your warranty registration card. It is imperative that Runco knows how to reach you promptly if we should discover a safety problem or product update for which you must be notified.
- Page 5 ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: To locate the name and address of the nearest Runco Authorized Service Center, or for additional information about this Limited Warranty, please call or write: RUNCO VIDEO-PRODUCT INFORMATION RETAIN THIS INFORMATION FOR YOUR RECORDS _________________________________________________________ Model Purchased ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________...
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Page 6: Safety Precautions
Safety Precautions Thank you for your purchase of this quality Runco product! It has been designed to provide you with the quality of video that is expected in a home theater. This manual is your guide through the menus and operation. For the best performance, please read it carefully and keep it handy for future reference. -
Page 7: Table Of Contents
Safety Precautions ... vi 1. Introduction ...1 2. Controls and Functions ...5 3. Installation ...15 Runco PL-43DHD and PL-50DHD Owner’s Operating Manual About This Manual ...1 Target Audience ...1 If You Have Comments About This Manual..1 Textual and Graphic Conventions ...1 Using This Manual ...2... - Page 8 DHD Controller Specifications ...56 PlasmaWall Dimensions ...57 Computer/Video Signal Compatibility ...59 APPENDIX A. PlasmaWall Service Remote Control ... A-1 Overview ... A-1 Service/Setup Menu ... A-2 Video NR (Noise Reduction)... A-3 MPEG Filter ... A-3 viii Runco PL-43DHD and PL-50DHD Owner’s Operating Manual...
- Page 9 4-5. Typical Test Pattern for Adjusting Sharpness...39 4-6. Mirror Mode ...44 7-1. PlasmaWall Model PL-43DHD Dimensions ...57 7-2. PlasmaWall Model PL-50DHD Dimensions ...58 A-1. PlasmaWall Service Remote Control ... A-1 A-2. PlasmaWall Setup Menu ... A-3 Runco PL-43DHD and PL-50DHD Owner’s Operating Manual...
- Page 10 List of Figures Notes: Runco PL-43DHD and PL-50DHD Owner’s Operating Manual...
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Page 11: Introduction
Runco has prepared this manual to help home theater installers and end users get the most out of the PlasmaWall. Runco 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. -
Page 12: Using This Manual
Flat-Panel Plasma Display Monitor and DHD Con- troller Installation instructions First-time configuration instructions Advanced configuration instructions Troubleshooting tips Specifications for the PlasmaWall Flat-Panel Plasma Display Monitor and DHD Controller ... Turn to page: Runco PL-43DHD and PL-50DHD Owner’s Operating Manual... -
Page 13: Description, Features And Benefits
The PlasmaWall PL-43DHD and PL-50DHD flat-panel plasma monitors bring outstanding picture quality to their respective size categories with true, high-definition native resolution of 1024 x 768 (PL-43DHD) or 1280 x 768 (PL-50DHD) for no-compromise viewing of any video source. The PlasmaWall is supplied with Runco’s next-generation, Digital High Definition (DHD) Controller, featuring advanced Vivix II™... -
Page 14: Parts List
Parts List Your PlasmaWall is shipped with the following items. If any items are missing or damaged, please contact your Runco dealer or Runco Customer Service at (800) 23-RUNCO. • PlasmaWall Flat-Panel Plasma Display Monitor and DHD Controller • AC Power Cords (2) •... -
Page 15: Controls And Functions
- Flashes red to indicate error conditions. 3. DISPLAY STAND Optional accessory for tabletop installations. 4. REMOTE CONTROL SENSOR Receives the signals from the Setup remote control. Runco PL-43DHD and PL-50DHD Owner’s Operating Manual 2. Controls and Functions PlasmaWall at a Glance Controls and Indicators... -
Page 16: Connectors
Figure 2-2 shows the locations of the PlasmaWall connectors and main power switch. POWER RS-232C COMBINATION AC IN SPEAKER 8Ω ~ 16Ω INPUT1 ANALOG RGB IN ANALOG RGB OUT D-Sub AUDIO D-Sub DIGITAL RGB DVI-D Runco PL-43DHD and PL-50DHD Owner’s Operating Manual INPUT 2 OUTPUT AUDIO AUDIO... - Page 17 11. POWER INPUT (100 to 240 VAC) Connect the PlasmaWall to power here, using the included power cord. 12. EXTERNAL SPEAKER OUTPUT (LEFT) Not used. Connect speakers to an external audio amplifier/receiver. Runco PL-43DHD and PL-50DHD Owner’s Operating Manual Controls and Functions...
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Page 18: Dhd Controller Front Panel
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. Runco PL-43DHD and PL-50DHD Owner’s Operating Manual... - Page 19 10. MENU BUTTON Pressing the MENU button brings up the main menu. Also, if you are in an adjustment mode or function, pressing MENU brings the menu back one level. Runco PL-43DHD and PL-50DHD Owner’s Operating Manual Controls and Functions...
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Page 20: Dhd Controller Rear Panel
THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. S-Video 1 Video S-Video 2 RS-232 Out RS-232 Control Runco PL-43DHD and PL-50DHD Owner’s Operating Manual CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC 100-230VAC 50-60 Hz, 165 Watts Max... - Page 21 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 DHD Controller. Runco PL-43DHD and PL-50DHD Owner’s Operating Manual Controls and Functions...
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Page 22: Dhd Controller Remote Control
Controls and Functions DHD Controller Remote Control Figure 2-5 shows the DHD Controller remote control, and the paragraphs that follow describe its functionality. Figure 2-5. DHD Controller Remote Control Runco PL-43DHD and PL-50DHD Owner’s Operating Manual... - Page 23 Press to select Composite video input as the source or to enter the numeric character “1.” 8. COMP (Component) (2) Press to select Component SD (480i/576i) video input as the source or to enter the numeric character “2.” Runco PL-43DHD and PL-50DHD Owner’s Operating Manual Controls and Functions...
- Page 24 Press to recall settings for the current input from the “ISF Day” memory preset. CUST 1 Press to recall settings for the current input from the “Custom 1” memory preset. CUST 2 Press to recall settings for the current input from the “Custom 2” memory preset. Runco PL-43DHD and PL-50DHD Owner’s Operating Manual...
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Page 25: Installation
The remote control can be used to control the PlasmaWall within the ranges shown in Figure 3-1. Approx. 7m /23ft Figure 3-1. Available Range of the Remote Control Runco PL-43DHD and PL-50DHD Owner’s Operating Manual 3. Installation Remote Control Notes on Batteries Notes on Remote Control... - Page 26 • If the effective range of the remote control decreases, or it stops working, replace the batteries with new ones. • Ambient conditions may possibly impede the operation of the remote control. If this happens, point the remote control at the plasma display and repeat the operation. Runco PL-43DHD and PL-50DHD Owner’s Operating Manual...
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Page 27: Quick Setup
Comonent SD; save settings when finished: • Aspect ratio • Brightness • Contrast • Color level • Tint • Sharpness Runco PL-43DHD and PL-50DHD Owner’s Operating Manual Quick Setup For Details, refer to page... 34 through 42 Installation... -
Page 28: Installation Considerations
Runco has found this plasma monitor to operate reliablly at altitudes of up to 5000 MSL (mean sea level). At elevations higher than this, each panel may react differently, depending upon the altitude, air pressure, humidity and other meteorological factors. -
Page 29: Ambient Light
Figure 3-2. This allows heat to disperse, maintaining the proper operating temperature. Wall (2") Figure 3-2. Ventilation Requirements for Enclosure Mounting Runco PL-43DHD and PL-50DHD Owner’s Operating Manual (2") Wall (2") Installation... -
Page 30: Other Considerations
• For correct installation and mounting it is strongly recommended to use a trained, authorized dealer. • To avoid sulfurization, it is strongly recommended not to place the unit in a dressing room in a public bath or hot spring bath. Runco PL-43DHD and PL-50DHD Owner’s Operating Manual... -
Page 31: Connections To The Plasmawall And Dhd Controller
R/Pr B/Pb RGB-HV SPEAKER 8Ω ~ 16Ω COMBINATION Figure 3-3. Connecting the PlasmaWall to the DHD Controller Runco PL-43DHD and PL-50DHD Owner’s Operating Manual DHD Controller SYSTEM CONTROL INTERFACE CAUTION INPUTS RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK Serial No DO NOT OPEN... -
Page 32: Rs-232 Connection From The Dhd Controller To The Plasmawall
1, 6 RJ-11 Male Figure 3-4. RS-232 Connection from the DHD Controller to the PlasmaWall RCV DATA XMT DATA SIG GND REQUEST TO SEND CLEAR TO SEND 1, 9 DB-9 Female Runco PL-43DHD and PL-50DHD Owner’s Operating Manual PlasmaWall RS-232C... -
Page 33: Connecting Source Components To The Dhd Controller
INPUTS R/Pr B/Pb R/Pr B/Pb DVI 1 DVI 2 Figure 3-5. DVI Source Connections Runco PL-43DHD and PL-50DHD Owner’s Operating Manual TRIGGERS S-Video 1 Component Video Video S-Video 2 DVI Source (DVD Player or HD Tuner with... -
Page 34: Digital (Dtv) Rgb Connections
R/Pr B/Pb R/Pr B/Pb DVI 1 DVI 2 Red/Pr Green/Y Blue/Pb DTV or Progressive Component (YPbPr) Source Figure 3-6. Digital (DTV) RGB Connections Component Video Horiz Vert Runco PL-43DHD and PL-50DHD Owner’s Operating Manual TRIGGERS S-Video 1 Video S-Video 2... -
Page 35: Analog Rgb Connections
Contact your nearest authorized service center or dealer. INPUTS R/Pr B/Pb R/Pr B/Pb DVI 1 DVI 2 Red Green Blue Horiz Personal Computer Figure 3-7. Analog RGB Connections Runco PL-43DHD and PL-50DHD Owner’s Operating Manual TRIGGERS S-Video 1 Video S-Video 2 Component Video Vert Installation... -
Page 36: Composite, S-Video And Component Video Connections
INPUTS R/Pr B/Pb R/Pr B/Pb DVI 1 DVI 2 DVD Player, VCR, Satellite Receiver, Laser Disc etc. Figure 3-8. Composite, S-Video and Component Video Connections TRIGGERS S-Video 1 Video S-Video 2 Component Video Runco PL-43DHD and PL-50DHD Owner’s Operating Manual... -
Page 37: Rs-232 Controller Connection
Video S-Video 2 RS-232 Out to 12-Volt trigger-activated equipment Figure 3-10. Connecting 12-Volt Trigger Outputs Runco PL-43DHD and PL-50DHD Owner’s Operating Manual (none of the other pins are used) RS-232 Control 3.5-mm mini plug RS-232 Controller Connection 2 Transmit Data... -
Page 38: Cable Management
Figure 3-11. Cables can be routed to the right or left. Do not allow excessive stress to be placed on the ends of cables. Note * As viewed from the rear of the display. Figure 3-11. Installing the Cable Ties Runco PL-43DHD and PL-50DHD Owner’s Operating Manual... -
Page 39: Operation
DHD Controller). The power indicator on the DHD Controller lights solid blue. 7. After a brief warm-up period (approximately 10 seconds), the PlasmaWall will display an image. Runco PL-43DHD and PL-50DHD Owner’s Operating Manual 4. Operation Turning on the Power... -
Page 40: Selecting The Input Source
1. Choose Settings from the Windows Start menu and click on “Control Panel.” 2. Double click on the Display icon. 3. Click the Settings tab on the display dialog box. 4. Adjust the resolution to 1024x768 or 1280x768 pixels. Runco PL-43DHD and PL-50DHD Owner’s Operating Manual... - Page 41 Monitor tab on the dialog box. Set the vertical frequency to 60Hz and click OK. 1. The native resolution of the PL-43DHD is 1024 x 768; the native Note resolution of the PL-50DHD is 1280 x 768. Other horizontal or vertical resolutions may be scaled upward or downward to fit the display.
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Page 42: Using The On-Screen Menus
The PlasmaWall OSD menus are arranged hierarchically, as shown in Figure 4-1. Depending on the selected input source and signal characteristics, some menu options may not be available. ) and DOWN ( Runco PL-43DHD and PL-50DHD Owner’s Operating Manual ) buttons... -
Page 43: Dhd Controller Osd Menu Structure For Plasmawall
Triggers Miscellaneous Resolution System Reset Restore Saved Settings Figure 4-1. DHD Controller OSD Menu Structure for PlasmaWall Runco PL-43DHD and PL-50DHD Owner’s Operating Manual Calibration Grey Bars 1 Grey Bars 2 Color Bars 1 Color Bars 2 Rename, Restore or Save... -
Page 44: Main Menu
The currently-selected aspect ratio is indicated by a “ Anamorphic is selected. The aspect ratio selection is automatically saved for each input and Note resolution. ” to its left; in the example at left, Runco PL-43DHD and PL-50DHD Owner’s Operating Manual... - Page 45 Control Anamorphic Standard 4:3 Letterbox VirtualWide V-WIDE Cinema CINEMA Runco PL-43DHD and PL-50DHD Owner’s Operating Manual Description Select Anamorphic to view 16:9 DVDs and HDTV programs in their native aspect ratio. 4:3 16:9 Image on images are stretched 16:9 Screen horizontally to fit a 16:9 screen.
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Page 46: Picture
ISF Presets on page 40. Although it may be possible to obtain satisfactory picture quality using the naked eye and regular program material, Runco recommends using the following calibration tools for best results: • External test pattern source – Ovation Multimedia, Video Essentials or AVIA test DVD (or equivalent). -
Page 47: Typical Gray Bar Pattern For Adjusting Contrast
Brightness and contrast controls are interactive. A change to one Note may require a subtle change to the other in order to achieve the optimum setting. Runco PL-43DHD and PL-50DHD Owner’s Operating Manual Operation... -
Page 48: Typical Color Bar Pattern For Adjusting Color Saturation And Tint
Like the brightness and contrast controls, the color and tint controls Note are interactive. A change to one may require a subtle change to the other in order to achieve the optimum setting. Runco PL-43DHD and PL-50DHD Owner’s Operating Manual... -
Page 49: Input Position
Height: Select Height from the Input Position menu to change the projected image height. Use the right or up cursor button to increase the height; use the left or down button to decrease it. Runco PL-43DHD and PL-50DHD Owner’s Operating Manual Left/Right Up/Down... -
Page 50: Isf Presets
Select Information from the Main Menu to see information that uniquely identifies your display: its serial number, the installed hardware and firmware versions and the firmware version build date. Should you ever need to contact Runco Technical Support, this information will help them answer your questions or resolve product performance issues. -
Page 51: Calibration
“half on, half off” graphic image. (You may notice that you can stabilize the image at more than one point. Use either setting in this case.) Runco PL-43DHD and PL-50DHD Owner’s Operating Manual ISF Night Display Color... -
Page 52: Service
PlasmaWall. Four patterns are available, consisting of white/gray or colored bars. These are useful for calibrating other theater source components (DVD player, HD tuner etc.) that have their own picture controls. Press MENU to exit test pattern mode. Runco PL-43DHD and PL-50DHD Owner’s Operating Manual... - Page 53 3. The LED turns off to confirm the code change. If you enter an invalid code, the LED flashes for three or four seconds. Try again, entering a valid code. Runco PL-43DHD and PL-50DHD Owner’s Operating Manual buttons to change a character; press...
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Page 54: Mirror Mode
[MIRROR MODE: XY] Figure 4-6. Mirror Mode • Select Left/Right, Up/Down, Width or Height to fine-tune the aspect ratio and image position. Left-right reversal [MIRROR MODE: X] Up-down reversal [MIRROR MODE: Y] Runco PL-43DHD and PL-50DHD Owner’s Operating Manual button to select... - Page 55 PlasmaWall with a computer or certain HD sources, you may want to force the DHD Controller to use a different output resolution. If so, select Resolution from the Service menu and choose one. Then, press ENTER to confirm. Runco PL-43DHD and PL-50DHD Owner’s Operating Manual Operation...
- Page 56 (page 42), Input Names (page 43) and Trigger settings (page 45). Restore Saved Settings: Following a System Reset, select Restore Saved Settings to apply all previously-saved settings to the PlasmaWall and DHD Controller. Runco PL-43DHD and PL-50DHD Owner’s Operating Manual...
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Page 57: Maintenance And Troubleshooting
5. Maintenance and Troubleshooting Table 5-1 provides some general guidelines for troubleshooting problems you may encounter with the PlasmaWall. If you encounter an issue not described here, please contact your Runco dealer or Runco Technical Support. Table 5-1. Troubleshooting Chart Symptom The display does not turn on •... - Page 58 (refer to Computer/Video Signal not compatible with the Compatibility on PlasmaWall. page 59). • Adjust the image size (refer to Input Position on adjusting. page 39). Runco PL-43DHD and PL-50DHD Owner’s Operating Manual Solution...
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Page 59: Serial Communications
DHD Controller ignores it and returns a minus sign (- >). Table 6-1. Serial Commands Parameter Command (min/max) Power On/Off Commands POWER POWER? Runco PL-43DHD and PL-50DHD Owner’s Operating Manual 6. Serial Communications Value Description Stored? Turns system off Turns system on Turns system on or off (toggles on/off state) - Page 60 Returns current aspect ratio Returns the input source aspect ratio Returns output screen size Selects the Cinema aspect ratio Selects the Letterbox aspect ratio Selects the Standard (4:3) aspect ratio Selects the VirtualWide aspect ratio Runco PL-43DHD and PL-50DHD Owner’s Operating Manual...
- Page 61 -100/100 TINT? Image Preset Commands CUSTOM1 CUSTOM2 NIGHT PRESET? Runco PL-43DHD and PL-50DHD Owner’s Operating Manual Value Description Stored? Sets a value for brightness Returns brightness setting value Sets a value for input color chroma delay Returns input color chroma delay setting...
- Page 62 Sets the value for output horizontal position Returns output horizontal position value Sets the value for output vertical position Returns output vertical position value Sets the value for output width Returns output horizontal width value Runco PL-43DHD and PL-50DHD Owner’s Operating Manual...
- Page 63 INRES? OUTRES OUTRES? RGBNN RGBPP RGBS SWVER? TRIGGER Runco PL-43DHD and PL-50DHD Owner’s Operating Manual Value Description Stored? Sets the background color for 4:3 aspect ratio (-100 = black; 100 = white) Returns background setting value Returns product manufacture date Sets display device input source (1 = RGB;...
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Page 65: Specifications
PL-43DHD: 1024 x 768 PL-50DHD: 1280 x 768 PL-43DHD: 43 inches PL-50DHD: 50 inches PL-43DHD: 37.375 x 21.125 in. (949.3 x 536.6 mm) PL-50DHD: 43.250 x 24.500 in. (1098.5 x 622.3 mm) 16:9 Refer to Table 7-2 480p, 720p, 1080i... -
Page 66: Dhd Controller Specifications
Depth = 11.19 inches (284.1 mm) Height = 3.75 inches (95.3 mm) 13.0 lbs. (5.90 kg) Complies with FCC, CE C-Tick Two (2) years parts and labor from the date of delivery to the end user. Runco PL-43DHD and PL-50DHD Owner’s Operating Manual... -
Page 67: Plasmawall Dimensions
Figure 7-1 and Figure 7-2 show the PlasmaWall dimensions (all dimensions are in inches). Front View 21.491 Bottom View Rear View 26.146 19.217 13.311 7.405 4.675 0.593 Figure 7-1. PlasmaWall Model PL-43DHD Dimensions Runco PL-43DHD and PL-50DHD Owner’s Operating Manual 43.306 43.657 26.738 38.001 42.246 39.063 1.103 3.963 PlasmaWall Dimensions Side View 2.100... -
Page 68: Plasmawall Model Pl-50Dhd Dimensions
Specifications Front View 49.133 24.712 50.229 Bottom View 48.073 46.732 Rear View 29.515 20.968 15.062 9.156 Figure 7-2. PlasmaWall Model PL-50DHD Dimensions 30.045 43.729 1.253 4.093 Runco PL-43DHD and PL-50DHD Owner’s Operating Manual Side View 2.080... -
Page 69: Computer/Video Signal Compatibility
** = Picture will be enlarged; some fine detail will be hard to see. *** = Simple reproduction. Fine detail will not be reproduced. – = Not supported. Runco PL-43DHD and PL-50DHD Owner’s Operating Manual Display Quality (refer to Notes) Support... - Page 70 Display Quality (refer to Notes) Support PL-50DHD (1280x768) – – – √ √ – – √ – – – – – – – Runco PL-43DHD and PL-50DHD Owner’s Operating Manual Remarks Apple Macintosh 21” Sun Microsystems LO Sun Microsystems HI (1600x1024)
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Page 71: Appendix A. Plasmawall Service Remote Control
POWER ASPECT RATIO SETUP PC/HDTV-1 HDTV-2 INFO SDTV-1 SDTV-2 DIGITAL IN MENU MAGNIFY MUTE VOLUME Figure A-1. PlasmaWall Service Remote Control Runco PL-43DHD and PL-50DHD Owner’s Operating Manual PlasmaWall Service Remote Control Control Overview... -
Page 72: Service/Setup Menu
Service/Setup Menu The PlasmaWall service remote control is intended for use only Note by authorized Runco dealers. Use it only as described here or as instructed to by Runco Technical Support. 1. ASPECT RATIO Press this button repeatedly to select a display aspect ratio (this may be necessary with certain computer resolutions). -
Page 73: Video Nr (Noise Reduction
4. Press to select MPEG FILTER, then press SET. 5. Press to select the desired amount of filtering (OFF, LOW, MIDDLE or HIGH). 6. Press SET to confirm your selection. Runco PL-43DHD and PL-50DHD Owner’s Operating Manual INPUT1 SETUP OPTION DISABLE... - Page 74 PlasmaWall Service Remote Control Notes: Runco PL-43DHD and PL-50DHD Owner’s Operating Manual...
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