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- Page 1 ’ W N E R P E R A T I N G A N U A L PL-61DHD 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 PlasmaWall 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 ISF Presets ...40 Information ...40 Calibration ...41 Service ...42 Troubleshooting Tips ...47 RS-232 Connection and Port Configuration ...49 Serial Command Syntax ...49 PlasmaWall Specifications ...55 DHD Controller Specifications ...56 PlasmaWall Dimensions ...57 Computer/Video Signal Compatibility ...58 viii Runco PlasmaWall Owner’s Operating Manual...
- Page 9 4-3. Typical PLUGE Pattern for Adjusting Brightness ...36 4-4. Typical Gray Bar Pattern for Adjusting Contrast ...37 4-5. Typical Color Bar Pattern for Adjusting Color Saturation and Tint...38 4-6. Typical Test Pattern for Adjusting Sharpness...39 7-1. PlasmaWall Model PL-61DHD Dimensions ...57 Runco PlasmaWall Owner’s Operating Manual...
- Page 10 List of Figures Notes: Runco PlasmaWall 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
General information about the PlasmaWall 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 PlasmaWall Owner’s Operating Manual... -
Page 13: Description, Features And Benefits
Multiple aspect ratio control includes Runco’s VirtualWide™ for viewing 4:3 material in widescreen with no loss of picture quality. The DHD provides for a pure digital signal path from input to output, making this system ready for Runco’s exclusive LiveLink™ DVI cable solution to preserve HD signal quality over long runs. -
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
- Lights red to indicate that the PlasmaWall is in standby mode; - Lights green to indicate normal operation; - Flashes red to indicate that the internal temperature is too high. Runco PlasmaWall Owner’s Operating Manual 2. Controls and Functions Located on bottom... -
Page 16: Connectors
Not used with this model. Use the DHD Controller to access the on-screen menus. The Power on/off switch does not disconnect the plasma display WARNING completely from the supply mains. Figure 2-2 shows the locations of the PlasmaWall connectors. SPEAKER AC IN 6Ω 6Ω Runco PlasmaWall Owner’s Operating Manual... - Page 17 11. REMOTE OUT (3.5-mm mini phone jack, tip/ring/sleeve) Wired output to the REMOTE IN jack of another device; allows you to control both the PlasmaWall and the other device using the same wired remote control. Runco PlasmaWall Owner’s Operating Manual Controls and Functions...
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Page 18: Dhd Controller Front Panel
4. 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. Runco PlasmaWall Owner’s Operating Manual... - Page 19 - DVI 2 - HD Pass Thru 1 - HD Pass Thru 2 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 PlasmaWall 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 PlasmaWall 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 Connect the DHD 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 DHD Controller. Runco PlasmaWall 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 PlasmaWall 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 PlasmaWall 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 PlasmaWall 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 PlasmaWall 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 PlasmaWall Owner’s Operating Manual...
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Page 27: Quick Setup
Display calibration: adjust the following for each input, starting with Component SD; save settings when finished: • Aspect ratio • Brightness • Contrast • Color level • Tint • Sharpness Runco PlasmaWall Owner’s Operating Manual Quick Setup For Details, refer to page... 34 through 40 Installation... -
Page 28: Installation Considerations
The wall must be capable of supporting a redundant weight factor three (3) times the weight of the display, or be reinforced. Runco recommends that this be done by a custom installation specialist. Use only a Runco-approved wall-mount kit or table stand that is Note specifically designed for your display. -
Page 29: Ventilation
• 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 PlasmaWall Owner’s Operating Manual (2") Wall (2") -
Page 30: Connections To The Plasmawall And Dhd Controller
DVI 2 Option Component Video Video S-Video 2 RS-232 Out RS-232 Runco PlasmaWall Owner’s Operating Manual CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN AVIS: RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE-NE PAS OUVRIR CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER. NO USER- SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. -
Page 31: Rs-232 Connection From The Dhd Controller To The Plasmawall
2, 5 To/From Controller NO CONNECTION 1, 6 RJ-11 Male Figure 3-4. RS-232 Connection from the DHD Controller to the PlasmaWall Runco PlasmaWall Owner’s Operating Manual RCV DATA XMT DATA SIG GND REQUEST TO SEND CLEAR TO SEND DATA TERMINAL READY... -
Page 32: 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 TRIGGERS S-Video 1 Component Video Video S-Video 2 DVI Source (DVD Player or HD Tuner with HDMI or DVI out) Runco PlasmaWall Owner’s Operating Manual... -
Page 33: Digital (Dtv) Rgb Connections
INPUTS 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 Runco PlasmaWall Owner’s Operating Manual TRIGGERS S-Video 1 Video Component Video Horiz Vert S-Video 2 Installation... -
Page 34: 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 TRIGGERS S-Video 1 Video S-Video 2 Component Video Vert Runco PlasmaWall Owner’s Operating Manual... -
Page 35: Composite, S-Video And Component Video Connections
Composite/S-Video/Component Video Connections: See Figure 3-8. 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 Runco PlasmaWall Owner’s Operating Manual TRIGGERS S-Video 1 Video S-Video 2 Component Video Installation... -
Page 36: 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 (none of the other pins are used) RS-232 Control 3.5-mm mini plug Runco PlasmaWall Owner’s Operating Manual 2 Transmit Data 3 Receive Data 5 Ground... -
Page 37: Cable Management
Install the clamps as shown in Figure 3-11. Back of the unit mounting holes To attach clamp mounting hole To detach Figure 3-11. Installing the Cable Clamps Runco PlasmaWall Owner’s Operating Manual cables Installation Cable Management... - Page 38 Installation Notes: Runco PlasmaWall Owner’s Operating Manual...
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Page 39: Operation
DHD Controller). The power indicator on the DHD Controller lights solid blue. 8. After a brief warm-up period (approximately 10 seconds), the PlasmaWall will display an image. Runco PlasmaWall Owner’s Operating Manual 4. Operation Turning on the Power Ferrite Core... -
Page 40: Selecting The Input Source
“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 pixels. to select display input 2 (DVI). Runco PlasmaWall Owner’s Operating Manual... - Page 41 RGB/HD input you are using. 4. The PlasmaWall supports 36-bit color (68.7 billion possible colors). To prevent image retention (burn) on your display, ALWAYS use a WARNING screen saver and set it to the shortest possible time. Runco PlasmaWall Owner’s Operating Manual Operation...
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Page 42: Using The On-Screen Menus
The PlasmaWall OSD menus are arranged hierarchically, as shown in Figure 4-2. Depending on the selected input source and signal characteristics, some menu options may not be available. ) and DOWN ( ) buttons Runco PlasmaWall Owner’s Operating Manual... -
Page 43: Dhd Controller Osd Menu Structure For Plasmawall
HD Format Triggers Miscellaneous Resolution System Reset Restore Saved Settings Figure 4-2. DHD Controller OSD Menu Structure for PlasmaWall Runco PlasmaWall 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
Table 4-1. 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 PlasmaWall Owner’s Operating Manual... - Page 45 Control Anamorphic Standard 4:3 Letterbox VirtualWide V-WIDE Cinema CINEMA Runco PlasmaWall 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
Select Contrast and press ENTER. Adjust the contrast to a point just below which the white rectangle starts to increase in size. 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 PlasmaWall Owner’s Operating Manual Operation... -
Page 48: Typical Color Bar Pattern For Adjusting Color Saturation And Tint
(on either side of the green bar) appear to be a single shade of blue. 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 PlasmaWall 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 PlasmaWall 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
Use the left- or right-arrow buttons to select the desired amount of noise reduction, keeping in mind that higher settings (which reduce high frequencies) may also “soften” the image. ISF Day - Display Color: Refer to ISF Night - Display Color. Runco PlasmaWall Owner’s Operating Manual ISF Night Display Color Input Image... -
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 PlasmaWall 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 PlasmaWall Owner’s Operating Manual buttons to change a character; press...
- Page 54 2 = “Checkerboard” dissolve; menus appear and disappear in sections. 3 = “Window shade” effect; menus are drawn on a diagonal from top left to bottom right, and retract in the opposite direction. button to select 1 Runco PlasmaWall Owner’s Operating Manual...
- Page 55 (page 42), Input Names (page 42) and Trigger settings (page 44). Restore Saved Settings: Following a System Reset, select Restore Saved Settings to apply all previously-saved settings to the PlasmaWall and DHD Controller. Runco PlasmaWall Owner’s Operating Manual Operation...
- Page 56 Operation Notes: Runco PlasmaWall 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 58). • Adjust the image size (refer to Input Position on adjusting. page 39). Runco PlasmaWall 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 PlasmaWall 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 PlasmaWall Owner’s Operating Manual...
- Page 61 -100/100 TINT? Image Preset Commands CUSTOM1 CUSTOM2 NIGHT PRESET? Runco PlasmaWall 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 PlasmaWall Owner’s Operating Manual...
- Page 63 INRES? OUTRES OUTRES? RGBNN RGBPP RGBS SWVER? TRIGGER Runco PlasmaWall 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 YPbPr input resolution and refresh...
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Page 65: Specifications
Operating Environment: Dimensions: Weight (with Stand): Regulatory Approvals: Limited Warranty: Specifications are subject to change without notice. Runco PlasmaWall Owner’s Operating Manual 1365 x 768 WXGA 61 in. 53.2 x 29.9 in. (1351 x 760 mm) 16:9 Refer to Table 7-2... -
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 PlasmaWall Owner’s Operating Manual... -
Page 67: Plasmawall Dimensions
Figure 7-1 shows the PlasmaWall dimensions (all dimensions are in inches). Front View 58.739 2.300 Bottom View Rear View 58.739 10.011 18.616 6.886 12.500 4.685 23.150 Figure 7-1. PlasmaWall Model PL-61DHD Dimensions Runco PlasmaWall Owner’s Operating Manual Side View 10.800 6.200 35.513 17.000 23.089 Specifications PlasmaWall Dimensions 4.800... -
Page 68: Computer/Video Signal Compatibility
60.00 31.70 60.00 48.40 60.00 49.70 70.10 56.50 74.90 60.20 75.00 60.00 85.00 68.70 100.00 80.50 56.20 45.10 60.00 63.90 60.00 64.00 Runco PlasmaWall Owner’s Operating Manual Sync Polarity Horiz. Vert. Sync on Green Sync on Green Sync on Green... - Page 69 2. When the aspect ratio is set to Anamorphic, all modes other than 1365x768 are scaled up or down to 1365x768. When the aspect ratio is set to Standard 4:3, all modes other than 1024x768 are scaled up or down to 1024x768. Runco PlasmaWall Owner’s Operating Manual Vertical Horizontal Frequency (kHz) 72.00...
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