VESA Mounts, General Description 4.1 Installing the Alignment Brackets ................10 Cleaning the Display Installing the Cable Clips Planar VM Series - Standard Inputs Before You Begin 8.1 Tools/Equipment List ....................19 8.2 Other Things You May Need ...................19 8.3 Plan Your Installation....................19 8.4 Prepare Your Installation Location ................20...
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Selecting the Input Source ................32 16.5 Navigating Through the Menus .................32 OSD Main Menu 17.1 Picture ......................33 17.2 Screen ......................37 17.3 Audio ........................39 17.4 Configuration 1 ....................41 17.5 Configuration 2 ....................44 17.6 Advanced Option ....................47 Planar VM Series User Manual Page | 4 020-1357-00C...
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By incorporating IPS panel technology, the result is outstanding viewing angles and contrast. The Planar VM Series features 55" Full HD LCD displays with tiled bezel widths of 1.8 or 3.5mm and 500 or 700-nit brightness. The Planar VM Series delivers high reliability to meet the demands of digital signage applications including retail, hospitality, universities, sports bars, corporate lobbies, casinos and museums.
Introduction Safety Information Before using the Planar VM Series, please read this manual thoroughly to help protect against damage to property, and to ensure personnel safety. Be sure to observe the following instructions. For your safety, be sure to observe ALL the warnings detailed in this manual.
9. Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched, particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles and the point where they exit from any Planar large format LCD display. 10. Only use the attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.
The following models are warranted for 24 x 7 usage: VM55LX-U VM55LX-X VM55MX-X Planar recommends turning off the power for 4 hours per day for optimal performance. For complete warranty details, please visit www.planar.com/warranty. Planar VM Series User Manual Page | 8 020-1357-00C...
Important Waste Disposal Information Please recycle or dispose of all electronic waste in accordance with local, state, and federal laws. Additional resources can be found online at http://www.planar.com/about/green/. The crossed-out wheelie bin symbol is to notify consumers in areas subject to Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) Directive 2012/19/EU that the product was placed on the market after August 13, 2005 and must not be disposed of with other waste.
VESA mounts are used to secure the Planar VM Series display. The display can be installed using a variety of VESA mounts available through Planar. If you do not have a VESA mount, and would like to purchase one, contact Planar.
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Introduction Alignment Bracket Hardware Installation: 2. Install the brackets as shown after the first row of panels have been installed. 3. Repeat step 2 for subsequent rows of panels. Planar VM Series User Manual Page | 11 020-1357-00C...
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Introduction 4. Install the brackets as shown for the bottom of the first row and the top of the last row. Planar VM Series User Manual Page | 12 020-1357-00C...
If the surface requires additional cleaning, use LCD screen cleaner or LCD wipes, which are available at most electronics stores. Do not let cleaner seep into the display, as it may cause electrical shock or damage. Planar VM Series User Manual Page | 13 020-1357-00C...
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One per box. DP Cable DP cable. AC Power North American Cord power cord. AC Power EU power cord. Cord IR Extender Used to receive Cable signals from the remote control. Planar VM Series User Manual Page | 14 020-1357-00C...
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Alignment Aligns the Brackets panels on the wall. M4 Screws, Used for Spacers and attaching the Washers alignment brackets. Remote Used to control Control the display (AAA batteries included). Planar VM Series User Manual Page | 15 020-1357-00C...
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Package Contents Part Description Number Picture Cable Clips Used to clamp and organize the cables. Quick Start Quick start Guide guide. Handling Handling guide. Guide Planar VM Series User Manual Page | 16 020-1357-00C...
Use the cable clips included in the Accessory Kit to assist with cable management. These clips adhere into place using adhesive backing as shown in the image below. Attach clips near HDMI and AC power cables to assist with cable routing and to release cable strain. Planar VM Series User Manual Page | 17 020-1357-00C...
You should have a detailed plan of how the units are to be configured. The plan should include calculations for the following: Power maximums reference below by display size: VM55LX-U: 5 units max per 20A circuit VM55LX-X: 6 units max per 20A circuit VM55MX-X: 4 units max per 20A circuit ...
Installing the Display Unpacking Each Planar VM Series display ships in its own box. The number of display cartons will vary depending on the video wall size. The LCD panel is extremely fragile due to its very thin bezel. As a result, it’s important that you unpack, handle and install each display with care. Powering on the panel before mounting is recommended to evaluate for transit damage.
As a general rule, Planar recommends a gap of at least one business card’s thickness (approximately 0.375mm) between panels when installing LCD displays. If pinching is a concern prior to installing or when observing pinching after installation, increase the gap distance to the thickness of at least two business cards (approximately 0.75mm).
Connecting External Equipment 8.8.1 Connecting Multiple Displays in a Daisy-chain Configuration The Planar VM Series displays are designed to be installed in a daisy-chain configuration for video walls. Note: For larger video wall configuarions, a distribution amp is recommended. 8.8.1.1 Display control connection RS232 8.8.1.2 Digital video connection...
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Installing the Display 8.8.2 IR Connection Note: This display’s remote control sensor will stop working if the [IR IN} is connected. Planar VM Series User Manual Page | 24 020-1357-00C...
Installing the Display Installing OPS Expansion (Optional) ® Planar VM Series displays are equipped with an expansion slot that supports the Intel Open- Pluggable Specification (OPS). The slot supports OPS devices including PCs, SDI modules etc. To install an OPS device, remove the protective cover on the display and slide the device firmly into position.
Note: The cosmetic trim pieces are different for each edge, and in some cases the screw length may vary for some trim pieces. Take care to ensure that the proper trim piece is connected to the correct edge of the display. Planar VM Series User Manual Page | 26 020-1357-00C...
Audio Mute Input Source Selection Menu Right / Increase value / Volume + Menu Left / Decrease value / Volume - Menu Up Menu Down Menu Menu open / close Planar VM Series User Manual Page | 27 020-1357-00C...
The LED indicator light is located on the rear of the display near the keypad. The following table explains what the different colors and blink patterns mean. LED On Power Status Condition Green Power on Standby Power save mode Red / Green Blinking IR codes received AC off Planar VM Series User Manual Page | 28 020-1357-00C...
Installations where the display is tilted downward or upward at an angle may also be prone to these issues and are not recommended. Note: Failure to follow these instructions will void the warranty. Planar VM Series User Manual Page | 29 020-1357-00C...
4. Test that the pairing is successful by pressing a remote control key, such as the HOME key. If the key is not accepted by the display, check the Monitor ID setting in the OSD matches the ID code selected on the remote control. Planar VM Series User Manual Page | 31 020-1357-00C...
,,, and OK to navigate through the menus and 2. Within the menu, use adjust options. 3. Press BACK to return to the previous menu. To exit the menu system, press HOME. Planar VM Series User Manual Page | 32 020-1357-00C...
Operating the Display 17. OSD Main Menu 17.1 Picture Planar VM Series User Manual Page | 33 020-1357-00C...
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Select gamma. Options: Native, 1.8~2.60 Default: Native Color Temperature Select color temperature. Options: 3200K, 5500K, 6500K, 7500K, 9300K, Native, User 1, User 2 Default: Native Planar VM Series User Manual Page | 34 020-1357-00C...
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Range: 0~255 Default: 128 o Blue Gain Adjust the amount of blue in bright content. Press to select the desired level. Range: 0~255 Default: 128 Planar VM Series User Manual Page | 35 020-1357-00C...
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Default: Off Overscan Adjust the zoom (overscan) of the image. Options: Off, On Default: Off Picture Reset Reset all setting in the Picture menu to their default values. Planar VM Series User Manual Page | 36 020-1357-00C...
Range: 0~100 Default: 50 Phase Adjust the phase of the displayed signal (VGA source only). Press to select the desired level. Range: 0~100 Default: 50 Planar VM Series User Manual Page | 37 020-1357-00C...
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Note: This feature does not continually reacquire the signal. Screen Reset Reset all settings in the Screen menu to their default values. Planar VM Series User Manual Page | 38 020-1357-00C...
Default: 50 Audio Out (Line Out) Adjust the volume for the Line Out connector on the display. Press to select the desired level. Range: 0~100 Default: 30 Planar VM Series User Manual Page | 39 020-1357-00C...
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Note: The Digital option cannot be selected for DisplayPort and the DisplayPort option cannot be selected for Digital. Audio Reset Reset all settings in the Audio menu to their default values. Planar VM Series User Manual Page | 40 020-1357-00C...
Options: Power Off, Force On, Last Status Default: Last Status Panel Saving Brightness o Automatically limit the backlight intensity in order to reduce power consumption. o Options: Off, On o Default: Off Planar VM Series User Manual Page | 41 020-1357-00C...
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The subnet mask used by the display’s network interface. Configurable if DHCP is set to Off. DNS Address o The address of the DNS server used by the display’s network interface. Configurable if DHCP is set to Off. Planar VM Series User Manual Page | 42 020-1357-00C...
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Default: On Configuration 1 Reset Reset all settings in the Configuration 1 menu to their default values. Factory Reset Reset all settings in all menus to their default values. Planar VM Series User Manual Page | 43 020-1357-00C...
17.5 Configuration 2 OSD Turn Off Adjust the time in seconds before the OSD menu disappears. Press to select the desired level. Range: Off, 5~120 seconds Default: 45 Planar VM Series User Manual Page | 44 020-1357-00C...
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commands. See page 31 for more information. Press to select the desired level. Options: 1~255 Default: 1 Heat Status Read the internal temperature of the display. Planar VM Series User Manual Page | 45 020-1357-00C...
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Options: English, French, German, Spanish, Italian, Simplified Chinese, Traditional Chinese, Japanese, Portuguese Default: English Configuration 2 Reset Resets all settings in the Configuration 2 menu to their default values. Planar VM Series User Manual Page | 46 020-1357-00C...
In most cases, this setting will not need to be changed from Auto. Options: Auto, 1024x768, 1280x768, 1360x768, 1366x768 Default: Auto Planar VM Series User Manual Page | 47 020-1357-00C...
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Indicate the number of display horizontally in the tiled wall. o Options: 1~15 o Default: 1 V Monitors o Indicate the number of displays vertically in the tiled wall. o Options: 1~15 o Default: 1 Planar VM Series User Manual Page | 48 020-1357-00C...
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Off Timer Force the display to enter standby mode after the specified period of time. Press to select the desired level. Options: Off, 1~24 hours Default: Off Planar VM Series User Manual Page | 49 020-1357-00C...
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Daylight Saving Time o Enable or disable Daylight Saving Time, and select the effective dates. Date and Time o Displays the current date and time configured in the display. Planar VM Series User Manual Page | 50 020-1357-00C...
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Options: Sun, Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat o Default: None Every Week o Indicate whether the schedule is for the current week only, or for every week going forward. o Options: Off, On o Default: Off Planar VM Series User Manual Page | 51 020-1357-00C...
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Options: Off, On Default: Off Standby Mode Select the behavior of the display in standby mode. Options: Lower Power, Fast Startup Default: Low Power Planar VM Series User Manual Page | 52 020-1357-00C...
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Update the display’s firmware from a USB flash drive. See the firmware upgrade instructions within the firmware package for more information. Advanced Settings Reset Resets all settings in the Advanced Settings menu to their default values. Planar VM Series User Manual Page | 53 020-1357-00C...
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External Control External Control In addition to using the Planar VM Series remote control and display, there are other methods of controlling the Planar VM Series display externally: Using a serial link to send binary commands and to receive responses to those commands.
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15.625 27.000 ITU-R BT.656, CEA-861-F Formats 21 & 22 EDTV 480p 59.940 31.469 27.000 x CEA-770.2, CEA-861-F Formats 2 & 3 576p 31.250 27.000 x ITU-R BT.1358, CEA-861-F Format 17 & 18 Planar VM Series User Manual Page | 55 020-1357-00C...
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CEA-861-F Format 97, 4:2:0 sub-sampling 3840x2160 135.000 594.000 x CEA-861-F Format 97 4096x2160 54.000 297.000 x CEA-861-F Format 98 4096x2160 56.250 297.000 x CEA-861-F Format 99 4096x2160 67.500 297.000 x CEA-861-F Format 100 Planar VM Series User Manual Page | 56 020-1357-00C...
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Support RGB 4:4:4 YUV 4:4:4 YUV 4:2:2 YUV 4:2:0 Video Timing Input Supported Supported Supported Supported 4K @ HDMI 1-2, 50/60Hz 4K @ 50/60Hz DisplayPort All Other Supported Timings All Inputs Planar VM Series User Manual Page | 57 020-1357-00C...
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Display Weight 64 lbs (29 kg) 58 lbs (27 kg) Mounting VESA 400mm x 400mm Fanless Speakers 10W x 2 built-in Usage Recommended Usage 24x7 Backlight D-LED Backlight Life 50,000 hours min Planar VM Series User Manual Page | 58 020-1357-00C...
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Min -4°F ~ Max 140°F (-20°C ~ 60°C) Storage Temperature Operating Min 32°F ~ Max 104°F (0-40°C) at up to 3000 m Temperature 20-85% RH Humidity FCC Class A, cTUVus, CE Approvals Planar VM Series User Manual Page | 59 020-1357-00C...
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Dimensions Dimensions VM55LX-U Planar VM Series User Manual Page | 60 020-1357-00C...
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Dimensions VM55LX-X and VM55MX-X Planar VM Series User Manual Page | 61 020-1357-00C...
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Perform the adjustments according to "Operating the Display" on page 27. If the problem you are experiencing is not described below, or you cannot correct the problem, stop using the display and contact Planar’s Technical Support Department. See "Accessing the Planar Technical Support Website" on page 63. Issue Check for the following Make sure the correct source is selected.
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Accessing the Planar Technical Support Website Accessing the Planar Technical Support Website Go to http://www.planar.com/support/ to locate the following support documents and resources: User Guide RS232 User Manual Standard Warranties Planar support hotline number and email...
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/ off, 30 cosmetic trim, 24 location, 20 mounts, 10 of display on a wall, 19 unpacking, 21 OPS, 23 planning, 19 IR remote key codes, 28 VESA mounts, 10 VM55LX-U Planar VM Series User Manual Page | 64 020-1357-00C...
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Index dimensions, 58 volume, 30 specifications, 56 VM55LX-X dimensions, 59 specifications, 56 warranty, 2, 8 VM55MX-X waste disposal, 9 dimensions, 59 specifications, 56 Planar VM Series User Manual Page | 65 020-1357-00C...
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