Flat panel plasma display monitor with widevision and digital high definition controller with vivix ii technology (76 pages)
Summary of Contents for Runco PlasmaWall SP-42DHD
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’ W N E R P E R A T I N G A N U A L SP-42DHD SP-50DHD SP-60DHD Flat Panel Plasma Display Monitor with Digital High Definition Controller with Vivix II Technology...
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.
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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.
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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 ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________...
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.
THREE YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY ... iii Safety Precautions ... vi 1. Introduction ...1 2. Controls and Functions ...5 3. Installation ...17 PlasmaWall SP Series 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 Description, Features and Benefits ...3...
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Table of Contents 4. Operation ...31 5. Maintenance and Troubleshooting ...49 6. Serial Communications ...53 7. Specifications ...59 APPENDIX A. PlasmaWall Service Remote Control ... A-1 Connecting Source Components to the DHD Controller ...25 RS-232 Controller Connection ...29 Connecting 12-Volt Trigger Outputs to External Equipment ...29 Cable Management ...30 Turning on the Power ...31 Selecting the Input Source ...32...
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4-4. Typical Color Bar Pattern for Adjusting Color Saturation and Tint...40 4-5. Typical Test Pattern for Adjusting Sharpness...41 7-1. PlasmaWall Model SP-42DHD Dimensions (with Optional Table Stand) ...61 7-2. PlasmaWall Model SP-50DHD Dimensions (with Optional Table Stand) ...62 7-3. PlasmaWall Model SP-60DHD Dimensions (with Optional Table Stand) ...63 A-1.
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List of Figures Notes: PlasmaWall SP Series Owner’s Operating Manual...
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.
Introduction Using This Manual Graphic Conventions: These symbols appear in numerous places throughout the manual, to emphasize points that you must keep in mind to avoid problems with your equipment or injury: TIPS highlight time-saving short cuts and helpful guidelines for using certain features.
The PlasmaWall SP Series flat-panel plasma monitor brings outstanding picture quality to its size category with true, high-definition native resolution of up to 1365 x 768 (1024 x 768 on the Model SP-42DHD) 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™...
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) •...
- Flashes green or red (twice per second) to indicate an error condition. 4. HANDLES ALWAYS use the handles when carrying the unit. PlasmaWall SP Series Owner’s Operating Manual 2. Controls and Functions (SP-42DHD/SP-50DHD) (SP-60DHD) PlasmaWall at a Glance Controls and Indicators...
Controls and Functions ➤ Connectors COMBINATION Figure 2-2. PlasmaWall Model SP-42DHD Rear Panel Figure 2-2 and Figure 2-3 show the rear-panel connector and power switch locations on the SP-42DHD and SP-50DHD respectively. OUTPUT AUDIO RS-232C 3 4 5 INPUT1 INPUT2...
Figure 2-3. PlasmaWall Model SP-50DHD Rear Panel PlasmaWall SP Series Owner’s Operating Manual RS-232C COMBINATION Controls and Functions OUTPUT INPUT1 INPUT2 INPUT1 INPUT2 ANALOG RGB OUT ANALOG RGB IN DIGITAL RGB (D-Sub) (D-Sub) (DVI-D) AUDIO AUDIO AUDIO 3 4 5...
Controls and Functions COMBINATION OUTPUT AUDIO RS-232C Figure 2-4. PlasmaWall Model SP-60DHD Rear Panel INPUT1 INPUT2 INPUT1 INPUT2 ANALOG RGB OUT ANALOG RGB IN DIGITAL RGB (D-Sub) (D-Sub) (DVI-D) AUDIO AUDIO 3 4 5 PlasmaWall SP Series Owner’s Operating Manual...
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1. COMBINATION IN/OUT Not used. 2. RS-232C (9-pin, male D-Sub) Connect the RS-232 OUT port on the DHD Controller to this input. 3. AUDIO (OUTPUT) (3.5-mm stereo mini jack) Not used with this model. 4. AUDIO (INPUT 1) (3.5-mm stereo mini jack) Not used with this model.
Figure 2-5 shows the controls and indicators on the DHD Controller front panel; the paragraphs that follow describe them. 1. RUNCO ICON Lights red to indicate that the DHD Controller is in standby mode; lights blue to indicate that the unit is on.
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5. UP BUTTON Use to direct-select aspect ratios or move the menu cursor up in the OSD. When no menu is present on-screen, the UP button toggles through aspect ratios in the following order: Anamorphic - Standard (4:3) - Letterbox - VirtualWide - Cinema (For more information about aspect ratios, refer to Table 4-1.) 6.
Controls and Functions DHD Controller Rear Panel Serial No Runco International Union City, CA Model OUTPUTS R/Pr B/Pb Video Processor / Controller DVI Out Figure 2-6. DHD Controller Rear Panel ➤ Outputs ➤ Inputs Figure 2-6 shows the rear connector panel on the DHD Controller.
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6. COMPOSITE VIDEO INPUT Standard composite video input for connecting a VCR, camcorder, laser disc player or other composite video source. 7. S-VIDEO 1 / S-VIDEO 2 Two, standard S-Video inputs for connecting a DVD player, satellite receiver or Super VHS (S-VHS) VCR.
Controls and Functions DHD Controller Remote Control Figure 2-7 shows the DHD Controller remote control, and the paragraphs that follow describe its functionality. Figure 2-7. DHD Controller Remote Control PlasmaWall SP Series Owner’s Operating Manual...
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1. IR OUTPUT INDICATOR Lights when a button is pressed to indicate that an IR signal is being transmitted. 2. ON / OFF Press to turn the PlasmaWall on or off. 3. ENTER Press to select a highlighted menu item or confirm a changed setting. 4.
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Controls and Functions 9. Aspect Ratio Selection Buttons Use the red buttons to select an aspect ratio directly or to enter numeric characters, as follows: ANA (Anamorphic) (3) For viewing 16:9 DVDs or HDTV programs in their native aspect ratio. 4X3 (Standard 4:3) (6) Scales the input signal to fit 4:3 display mode in the center of the screen.
To install batteries in the remote control: 1. Press down the tab on the cover and pull the cover in the direction of the arrow. 2. Insert the included batteries. Ensure that the polarities correctly match the markings inside the battery compartment.
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Installation • Do not drop the remote control or expose it to moisture or high temperature. • The remote control may malfunction under a fluorescent lamp. If that occurs, move the plasma display away from the fluorescent lamp. • Make sure that there is nothing obstructing the infrared beam between the remote control and the IR receiver on the plasma display.
Table 3-1 gives a quick overview of the PlasmaWall installation process. The sections following this one provide detailed instructions. Installation should be performed by a qualified custom video Note installation specialist. Table 3-1. Installation Overview Step Procedure Mount the PlasmaWall on a wall or table stand Connect the DHD Controller to the PlasmaWall Connect signal sources to the DHD Controller Connect external controller to DHD Controller RS-232 port...
For this reason, Runco International makes no warranties or claims as to the reliable operation of the SP-42DHD at altitudes greater than 6000 feet above sea level. If you are planning to use this product at a location above 6000 feet, please contact Runco technical support for further information.
• As it lies flat with the screen face down. Place the protective sheet, which was wrapped around the plasma monitor when it was packaged, between the screen and your work surface to avoid scratching or otherwise damaging the screen surface. In general, minimize or eliminate light sources directed at the display.
Installation ➤ Other Considerations Other considerations and tips that can help improve your installation, avoid damage and prolong operating life: • Keep the ambient temperature constant and below 35°C (95°F). Keep the display away from heating and/or air conditioning vents. Changes in temperature may cause drifts in the display circuitry, which may affect performance.
• Ensure that the cables are securely connected. Tighten the thumbscrews on connectors that have them. Connect the DHD Controller to the PlasmaWall as shown in Figure 3-3 and described in the sections that follow. Runco International Union City, CA OUTPUTS R/Pr...
Installation Digital Video Connection: The PlasmaWall has a DVI input, labeled DIGITAL RGB. Connect the DVI output from the DHD Controller to this input, using a standard DVI cable. RGBHV Connection: Connect the RGBHV output from the DHD Controller to the ANALOG RGB IN input on the PlasmaWall.
Connect your video sources to the DHD Controller as shown and described in the sections that follow. DVI Connections: See Figure 3-5. Use the DVI inputs whenever possible. This ensures the highest video quality because the signal is carried in the digital domain throughout the entire signal path, from source component output into the display.
Installation Digital (DTV) RGB Connections: See Figure 3-6. 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 TRIGGERS S-Video 1 Video Component Video Horiz Vert PlasmaWall SP Series Owner’s Operating Manual S-Video 2...
Analog (Computer) RGB Connections: See Figure 3-7. 1. Refer to Computer/Video Signal Compatibility on page 64 for Note a list of computer signals compatible with the PlasmaWall. Use with signals other than those listed may cause some functions not to work. 2.
Installation 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 TRIGGERS S-Video 1 Video S-Video 2 Component Video PlasmaWall SP Series Owner’s Operating Manual...
Use a standard, 9-pin RS-232 cable to connect a PC or home theater control/automation system (if present) to the RS-232 Control port on the DHD Controller; see Figure 3-9. For more information about using this connection, refer to Serial Communications on page 53.
Installation ➤ Cable Management To minimize cable clutter, you can use the cable ties provided with the PlasmaWall to bundle the video, control and power cables at the back of the display. Install the cable ties as shown in 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.
1. Turn on your source components. 2. Plug the female end of the power cord into the AC receptacle on the rear of the PlasmaWall. Connect the other end to your AC power source. 3. Similarly connect the DHD Controller to a nearby AC outlet.
Operation Selecting the Input Source Setting the Computer Display Properties By default, the PlasmaWall is configured to display the signal received on its RGBHV (ANALOG RGB IN) input. To use the DVI-D (DIGITAL RGB) input instead: 1. Press MENU and enter the Service Menu passcode. You must enter a passcode to access the Service menu.
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Monitor tab on the dialog box. Set the vertical frequency to 60Hz and click OK. 1. The native resolution of the SP-42DHD is 1024 x 768; the native Note resolution of the SP-50DHD and SP-60DHD is 1365 x 768. Other horizontal or vertical resolutions may be scaled upward or downward to fit the display.
Operation Using the On-Screen Menus Press the MENU button on either the remote control or the DHD Controller front panel to display the Main Menu. To select a menu item, use the UP ( on either the remote control or the DHD Controller front panel to highlight it. Press ENTER to confirm your selection.
Operation ➤ Main Menu Runco Video Input Source Aspect Ratio Picture Input Position ISF Presets Information Calibration Service ➤ Input Source Input Source > Composite S-Video 1 S-Video 2 Component SD HD/RGB 1 HD/RGB 2 DVI 1 DVI 2 HD Pass Thru 1 HD Pass Thru 2 ➤...
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Table 4-1. Aspect Ratio Settings Remote Aspect Ratio Control 16:9 (Anamorphic) 4:3 Image, stretched to fill Standard 4:3 Letterbox VirtualWide V-WIDE Cinema CINEMA PlasmaWall SP Series Owner’s Operating Manual Description Select 16:9 (Anamorphic) to view 16:9 DVDs and HDTV programs in their native aspect 16:9 Image on ratio.
ISF Presets on page 42. 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).
PLUGE patterns vary but generally consist of some combination of black, white and gray areas against a black background. The example above includes two vertical bars and four shaded boxes. Select Brightness from the Picture menu and press ENTER. Adjust the brightness so that: •...
Operation Color Saturation: On your external test pattern source, select a color bar pattern like the one shown in Figure 4-4. Figure 4-4. Typical Color Bar Pattern for Adjusting Color Saturation and Tint Select Color and press ENTER. While looking at the color bar pattern through a blue filter, adjust the color saturation level until the outermost (gray and blue) color bars appear to be a single shade of blue: Tint: Tint or “hue”...
Sharpness: “Sharpness” is the amount of high-frequency detail in the image. To adjust sharpness, select Sharpness from the Picture menu and press ENTER. On your external test pattern source, select a pattern like the one shown in Figure 4-5. Adjust as needed, looking for white edges around the transitions from black to gray and differently-sized lines in the “sweep”...
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.
Use the Calibration menu to perform advanced picture quality adjustments. This menu should be used by ISF-certified technicians only. You must enter a passcode to access the Calibration menu. Note To recall the ISF Night or ISF Day settings, select “ISF Night” or “ISF Day” from the ISF Presets menu (see above).
Operation ➤ Service Service Test Video Input Names Remote Control Analog Out Mode Display Device HD Format Triggers Miscellaneous Resolution System Reset Restore Saved Settings • Noise Filter: To apply noise filtering to the input signal, select Noise Filter from the Input Color menu.
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Input Names: You can give each DHD Controller input a descriptive name. For example, you may want to change the default input name to the type of source component connected to it: “VCR,” “DVD,” “Laptop” et cetera. Composite, S-Video and Component SD input names can be up to 12 characters long;...
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Operation Analog Out Mode: Select Analog Out Mode from the Service menu to change the characteristics of the analog output signal from the DHD Controller. The choices are RGB-- (separate sync with negative polarity), RGB++ (separate sync with positive polarity) or RGBS (composite sync).
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Miscellaneous: Select Miscellaneous from the Service menu to set the following options: • Language: Select Language from the Miscellaneous menu and press the up- or down-arrows to select the OSD language. (Currently, only English is supported.) • Menu Mode: This is the manner in which the OSD menus appear and disappear when you press MENU.
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Operation Notes: PlasmaWall SP Series Owner’s Operating Manual...
5. Maintenance and Troubleshooting Regular cleaning will extend the life and performance of the PlasmaWall. Before cleaning, be sure to unplug the power cord from the power outlet. Do not under any circumstances use solvents such as benzene or thinner to clean the PlasmaWall.
Table 5-1 provides some general guidelines for troubleshooting problems you may encounter with the PlasmaWall. If the suggested solutions fail to resolve the problem or if you encounter an issue not described here, please contact your Runco dealer or Runco Technical Support.
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Table 5-1. Troubleshooting Chart (continued) Symptom Image appears “washed out” • Brightness is set too high. and/or dark areas appear too bright. Colors in the image are • The Red/Pr, Green/Y or swapped; for example, reds appear blue or vice versa. •...
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Maintenance and Troubleshooting Notes: PlasmaWall SP Series Owner’s Operating Manual...
To interface the PlasmaWall with a home theater automation/control system or a PC running terminal emulation software, connect it to the RS-232 output of the DHD Controller as shown in Figure 3-3. Connect your control system or PC to the RS-232 input of the DHD Controller as shown in Figure 3-9.
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Serial Communications Table 6-1 lists the RS-232 command set. The “Parameter (min/max)” column shows the valid parameter ranges, or “NA” for commands that take no parameters. When you enter a valid command, the DHD Controller executes it and acknowledges it with a plus sign on the command line (+ >).
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Table 6-1. Serial Commands (continued) Parameter Command (min/max) Miscellaneous Commands BKGND -100/100 BKGND? DATE? DISPLAY 1 or 2 DISPLAY? HDINPUTRES HWVER? INRES? OUTRES OUTRES? RGBNN RGBPP RGBS SWVER? TRIGGER PlasmaWall SP Series Owner’s Operating Manual Value Description Stored? Sets the background color for 4:3 aspect ratio (-100 = black;...
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Serial Communications Table 6-1. Serial Commands (continued) Parameter Command (min/max) The following serial commands are meant to emulate buttons on the remote control or DHD Con- troller front panel. Each button has its own serial command, so effectively it is as if you were using the IR remote only you’ll be doing so via serial commands.
Model SP-42DHD: 42 in. Model SP-50DHD: 50 in. Model SP-60DHD: 60 in. Model SP-42DHD: 36.28 x 20.29 in. (921.6 x 515.3 mm) Model SP-50DHD: 43.45 x 28.98 in. (1103.6 x 736.0 mm) Model SP-60DHD: 51.93 x 29.21 in. (1319.0 x 741.9 mm)
Specifications Computer/Video Signal Compatibility The PlasmaWall can display video signals from a variety of computer sources via its RGB and DVI inputs. Table 7-3 lists the signal types that are compatible with the PlasmaWall. Table 7-3. Computer/Video Signal Compatibility Chart Refresh Rate Input Resolution...
Appendix A. PlasmaWall Service Remote The PlasmaWall system includes two remote control units: the standard DHD remote control (see Figure 2-7) and the Service Remote Control, shown in Figure A-1 and described in the paragraphs that follow. ASPECT POWER RATIO SETUP RGB-HD DVI-D...
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PlasmaWall Service Remote Control The PlasmaWall service remote control is intended for use only by Note 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).
For the vast majority of installations, the DHD Controller remote control gives you all the control you need over display quality settings. However, there are two settings internal to the PlasmaWall that can improve the displayed image quality on INPUT 1: VIDEO NR (noise reduction) and MPEG FILTER.
PlasmaWall Service Remote Control ➤ MPEG Filter Use the MPEG Filter to reduce or eliminate so-called “mosquito noise” in MPEG-compressed video signals (digital broadcasts or DVDs). Set it to LOW, MIDDLE or HIGH, as needed to minimize distortion around the edges of moving objects, moving artifacts around edges and/or blotchy noise patterns superimposed over the objects.
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