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- Page 1 I N S T A L L A T I O N / O P E R A T I O N M A N U A L HIGH DEFINITION PLASMA DISPLAYS Models VP-5000VHD, VP-5000VHDa, VP-6500VHD, VP-6500VHDa and VP-103VHD...
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Page 3: Three Year Limited Warranty
PLASMA GLASS PANEL: Vidikron will pay for service labor at an 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 initial end user. In addition, Vidikron 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 initial end user. - Page 4 Product, during usual working hours, provided that the location of the Product is within normal operating distance from an Authorized Vidikron Service Center. In some instances it may be necessary for the Product to be returned to the Vidikron factory for repairs.
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Page 5: Product Information
Runco. The trademarks reporduced in this Vidikron Owner’s Manual and used on the Vidikron Products are either owned by Runco or are licensed by Runco. You may not reproduce or use the trademarks without the prior written consent of Runco. -
Page 6: Important Safety Instructions
Important Safety Instructions Thank you for your purchase of this quality Vidikron video product! It has been designed to provide you with the quality of video that is expected in a home theater. For the best performance, please read this manual carefully as it is your guide through the menus and operation. -
Page 7: Compliance Information
EN 60950 “Safety of information technology equipment, including electrical business equipment” The Technical Construction file required by this Directive is maintained at the corporate headquarters of Runco International, LLC, located at 1195 NW Compton Drive, Beaverton, OR 97006-1992. Date of Declaration: March 2008 Vidikron PlasmaView VHD Installation/Operation Manual... -
Page 8: Product Disposal
The recycling of materials will help to conserve natural resources. This symbol is only valid in the European Union. If you wish to discard this product, please contact your local authorities or dealer and ask for the correct method of disposal. viii Vidikron PlasmaView VHD Installation/Operation Manual... -
Page 9: Table Of Contents
Compliance Information ... vii 1. Introduction ... 1 2. Controls and Functions ... 5 3. Installation ... 15 Vidikron PlasmaView VHD Installation/Operation Manual About This Manual ... 1 Target Audience... 1 If You Have Comments About This Manual..1 Textual and Graphic Conventions ... - Page 10 Cleaning the Screen...51 Cleaning the Vents ...51 Troubleshooting Tips ...52 RS-232 Connection and Port Configuration ...55 Serial Command Syntax ...55 PlasmaView VHD Specifications ...61 VHD Controller Specifications ...62 PlasmaView VHD Dimensions ...63 Supported Timings ...66 Vidikron PlasmaView VHD Installation/Operation Manual...
- Page 11 2-1. PlasmaView VP-5000VHD Front-Panel Controls and Indicators......5 2-2. PlasmaView VP-6500VHD Front-Panel Controls and Indicators......5 2-3.
- Page 12 List of Figures Notes: Vidikron PlasmaView VHD Installation/Operation Manual...
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Page 13: Introduction
Vidikron has prepared this manual to help home theater installers and end users get the most out of the PlasmaView VHD. Vidikron 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 14: Using This Manual
Information about obtaining service General information about the PlasmaView VHD High-Definition Plasma Display Installation instructions First-time configuration instructions Advanced configuration instructions Troubleshooting tips Specifications for the PlasmaView VHD High-Definition Plasma Display ... Turn to page: Vidikron PlasmaView VHD Installation/Operation Manual... -
Page 15: Description, Features And Benefits
60,000 hours. At less than 5-3/4 inches thin, the PlasmaView VHD provides unlimited installation flexibility as well. For high-altitude installations, Vidikron also offers the VP-5000VHDa and VP-6500VHDa with industry-leading high-altitude compliance to over 9,000 feet mean sea level (MSL). The VP-5000VHDa and VP-6500VHDa share all other features and specifications with the VP-5000VHD and VP-6500VHD. -
Page 16: Parts List
➤ Parts List Your PlasmaView VHD is shipped with the following items. If any items are missing or damaged, please contact your Vidikron dealer or Vidikron Customer Service at (888) 4VIDIKRON (484-3457). • PlasmaView VHD High-Definition Plasma Display • AC Power Cords (2) •... -
Page 17: Controls And Functions
Figure 2-1, Figure 2-2 and Figure 2-3 show the PlasmaView VHD front-panel controls and indicators. (behind front bezel) Figure 2-1. PlasmaView VP-5000VHD Front-Panel Controls and Indicators (behind front bezel) Figure 2-2. PlasmaView VP-6500VHD Front-Panel Controls and Indicators Vidikron PlasmaView VHD Installation/Operation Manual Controls and Functions PlasmaView VHD at a Glance Controls and Indicators... -
Page 18: Display Stand
Connects or disconnects the display panel from the AC power source. STANDBY/ON INDICATOR - Lights green to indicate normal operation; - Lights red to indicate that the PlasmaView VHD is in standby mode. REMOTE CONTROL SENSOR Receives the signals from the remote control. Vidikron PlasmaView VHD Installation/Operation Manual... -
Page 19: Connectors
Controls and Functions Figure 2-4 shows the rear-panel connector locations on the PlasmaView VHD. Connectors VP-5000VHD VP-6500VHD VP-103VHD AUDIO AV IN SLOT1 SLOT2 SERIAL Figure 2-4. PlasmaView VHD Rear Panel Vidikron PlasmaView VHD Installation/Operation Manual... -
Page 20: Vhd Controller Front Panel
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. 480i Vidikron PlasmaView VHD Installation/Operation Manual... -
Page 21: Composite Video Input
Connection for up to three (3), 12-volt trigger-controlled devices such as retractable screens or screen masks. ComLink (RS-232) OUTPUT Connect this to the ComLink (RS-232) input on the projector, using the provided communication cable. Vidikron PlasmaView VHD Installation/Operation Manual INPUTS R/Pr B/Pb R/Pr... -
Page 22: Main Power Switch
Connect the VHD Controller to power here. 12. MAIN AC FUSE This is the main AC input fuse (5mm x 20mm, 500 mA, 250V slow-blow). 13. MAIN POWER SWITCH Disconnects or applies power to the VHD Controller. Vidikron PlasmaView VHD Installation/Operation Manual... -
Page 23: Vhd Controller Remote Control
Figure 2-7 shows the VHD Controller remote control, and the paragraphs that follow describe its functionality. Figure 2-7. VHD Controller Remote Control Vidikron PlasmaView VHD Installation/Operation Manual (“CUST 2” on some models) Controls and Functions VHD Controller Remote Control... - Page 24 Press this button to exit the current menu and return to the previous one, or to cancel an operation. On some remote control units, the ENT (Enter) button (item #4) is in this Note location. MENU Press this button to access the OSD controls. Vidikron PlasmaView VHD Installation/Operation Manual...
- Page 25 For viewing LaserDisc movies or non-anamorphic DVDs on a 16:9 screen. 20. I-WIDE (IntelliWide) Enlarges a 4:3 image horizontally in a NON-linear fashion to fit 16:9 full screen display. 21. CINEMA For viewing 2.35:1 source material. 22. SVC Not used. Vidikron PlasmaView VHD Installation/Operation Manual Controls and Functions...
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Page 27: Installation
The remote control can be used to control the PlasmaView VHD within the ranges shown in Figure 3-1. Component SD NTSC 16:9 Approx. 7m /23ft Figure 3-1. Available Range of the Remote Control Vidikron PlasmaView VHD Installation/Operation Manual 480i LIGHT RETURN MENU EXIT MEMORY... - Page 28 • 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. Vidikron PlasmaView VHD Installation/Operation Manual...
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Page 29: Quick Setup
• Brightness • Contrast • Color level • Tint • Sharpness • White Balance Repeat Step 7 for digital inputs Vidikron PlasmaView VHD Installation/Operation Manual For Details, refer to to the PlasmaView VHD VHD Controller VHD Controller RS-232 port Quick Setup page... -
Page 30: Installation Considerations
Vidikron has found the VP-5000VHD and VP-6500VHD to operate reliably at altitudes of up to 7,800 feet MSL (mean sea level). The VP-5000VHDa and VP-6500VHDa have been found to operate reliably at altitudes of up to 9,100 feet MSL. -
Page 31: Ambient Light
If you are mounting the PlasmaView VHD in an enclosure, leave sufficient space on all sides between it and surrounding objects, as shown in Figure 3-2 or Figure 3-3. This allows heat to disperse, maintaining the proper operating temperature. Vidikron PlasmaView VHD Installation/Operation Manual Installation Ambient Light... -
Page 32: Ventilation Requirements For Enclosure Mounting (Vp-5000Vhd And Vp-6500Vhd)
Installation Wall (2") Figure 3-2. Ventilation Requirements for Enclosure Mounting (VP-5000VHD and VP-6500VHD) Wall 300mm 300mm (11.8") (11.8") Figure 3-3. Ventilation Requirements for Enclosure Mounting (VP-103VHD) (2") Wall (2") Wall 200mm (7.87") Vidikron PlasmaView VHD Installation/Operation Manual... -
Page 33: 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. Vidikron PlasmaView VHD Installation/Operation Manual Installation Other Considerations... -
Page 34: Connections To The Plasmaview Vhd And Vhd Controller
HDMI 2 Option Component Video Video S-Video 2 RS-232 Out RS-232 Control RS-232 Vidikron PlasmaView VHD Installation/Operation Manual AUDIO SERIAL 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. -
Page 35: Rs-232 Connection From The Vhd Controller To The Plasmaview Vhd
2, 5 To/From Controller NO CONNECTION 1, 6 RJ-11 Male Figure 3-5. RS-232 Connection from the VHD Controller to the PlasmaView VHD Vidikron PlasmaView VHD Installation/Operation Manual RCV DATA PlasmaView XMT DATA SIG GND REQUEST TO SEND CLEAR TO SEND... -
Page 36: Connecting Source Components To The Vhd Controller
INPUTS R/Pr B/Pb R/Pr B/Pb HDMI 1 HDMI 2 Figure 3-6. HDMI Source Connections TRIGGERS S-Video 1 Component Video Video S-Video 2 HDMI Source (HD-DVD/BD/DVD Player or HD Tuner with HDMI or DVI out) Vidikron PlasmaView VHD Installation/Operation Manual... -
Page 37: Digital (Dtv) Rgb Connections
INPUTS R/Pr B/Pb R/Pr B/Pb HDMI 1 HDMI 2 Red/Pr Green/Y Blue/Pb Horiz DTV or Progressive Component (YPbPr) Source Figure 3-7. Digital (DTV) RGB Connections Vidikron PlasmaView VHD Installation/Operation Manual TRIGGERS S-Video 1 Video S-Video 2 Component Video Vert Installation... -
Page 38: Analog Rgb Connections
Contact your nearest authorized service center or dealer. INPUTS R/Pr B/Pb R/Pr B/Pb HDMI 1 HDMI 2 Red Green Blue Horiz Personal Computer Figure 3-8. Analog RGB Connections TRIGGERS S-Video 1 Video S-Video 2 Component Video Vert Vidikron PlasmaView VHD Installation/Operation Manual... -
Page 39: Composite, S-Video And Component Video Connections
Composite/S-Video/Component Video Connections: See Figure 3-9. INPUTS R/Pr B/Pb R/Pr B/Pb HDMI 1 HDMI 2 DVD Player, VCR, Satellite Receiver, Laser Disc etc. Figure 3-9. Composite, S-Video and Component Video Connections Vidikron PlasmaView VHD Installation/Operation Manual TRIGGERS S-Video 1 Video S-Video 2 Component Video Installation... -
Page 40: Rs-232 Controller Connection
Figure 3-11. Connecting 12-Volt Trigger Outputs (none of the other pins are used) TRIGGERS S-Video 1 Video S-Video 2 RS-232 Out RS-232 Control 3.5-mm mini plug Sleeve = Ground Tip = +12V Vidikron PlasmaView VHD Installation/Operation Manual 2 Transmit Data 3 Receive Data 5 Ground... -
Page 41: Connecting An External Ir Receiver To The Vhd Controller
Figure 3-12. External IR Receiver Connection When an external IR receiver is connected to the wired IR input, the Note built-in IR sensor on the VHD Controller is disabled. Vidikron PlasmaView VHD Installation/Operation Manual CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN... -
Page 42: Connecting Ac Power
VHD. Connect the other end to your AC power source. (The VP-103VHD requires 200 – 240 VAC.) VP-5000VHD VP-6500VHD VP-103VHD (NOTE: The VP-103VHD requires 200 - 240 VAC) Figure 3-13. AC Power Connection Similarly connect the VHD Controller to a nearby AC outlet. Vidikron PlasmaView VHD Installation/Operation Manual... -
Page 43: Cable Management
Figure 3-14. Cable Management Vidikron PlasmaView VHD Installation/Operation Manual 4. Insert the end of the 3. Slide the clamp upward to secure the AC cord. - Page 44 Installation Notes: Vidikron PlasmaView VHD Installation/Operation Manual...
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Page 45: Operation
To do this on a Microsoft® Windows®-based PC: Choose Settings from the Windows Start Menu and click on “Control Panel.” Vidikron PlasmaView VHD Installation/Operation Manual Turning on the Power LIGHT Setting the Computer... - Page 46 2. With most computers, you can get the best picture at 1024 x 768 @ 60Hz. To prevent image retention (burn) on your display, ALWAYS use a screen WARNING saver and set it to the shortest possible time. Vidikron PlasmaView VHD Installation/Operation Manual...
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Page 47: Using The Vhd Controller Menus
Aspect Ratio When the input signal resolution is 1080i digital or 1080p (via the HDMI1 or HDMI2 input), the menus appear on the front-panel display only. Vidikron PlasmaView VHD Installation/Operation Manual ) and DOWN ( ) buttons on Using the VHD Controller Menus ↑... -
Page 48: Vhd Controller Osd Menu Structure For Plasmaview Vhd
Save ISF Settings Back / Confirm Left/Right Up/Down Output Shift Width Height Save Owner Name ISF Calibrated ISF Other Splash Configure Vidikron/ISF Logo Splash Screen Timers (2 ... 60 sec.) Vert./Horiz., Normal/Wide, OSD Position Height Vidikron PlasmaView VHD Installation/Operation Manual... -
Page 49: Main Menu
The currently-selected aspect ratio is indicated by a “ selected. The aspect ratio selection is automatically saved for each input and Note resolution. Vidikron PlasmaView VHD Installation/Operation Manual ” to its left; in this example, 16:9 is Operation Main Menu Vidikron Video... - Page 50 Select Cinema to view 2.35:1 source material on a 16:9 screen. The upper and lower portions of 2.35:1 Image on the screen are masked, but the 16:9 Screen geometry of the active image area is not changed. Vidikron PlasmaView VHD Installation/Operation Manual...
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Page 51: Picture
Vidikron video display devices. Accordingly, Vidikron recommends that setup and calibration be performed by an ISF-certified installation technician. -
Page 52: 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 may Note require a subtle change to the other in order to achieve the optimum setting. Vidikron PlasmaView VHD Installation/Operation Manual... -
Page 53: Typical Color Bar Pattern For Adjusting Color Saturation And Tint
Like the brightness and contrast controls, the color and tint controls are Note interactive. A change to one may require a subtle change to the other in order to achieve the optimum setting. Vidikron PlasmaView VHD Installation/Operation Manual Operation... -
Page 54: 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. Vidikron PlasmaView VHD Installation/Operation Manual... -
Page 55: Memory 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 Vidikron Technical Support, this information will help them answer your questions or resolve product performance issues. -
Page 56: Calibration
Calibration menu passcode. This makes it possible to restore the picture quality settings to what they were when the display was installed, simply by recalling the “ISF Night” preset. Vidikron PlasmaView VHD Installation/Operation Manual... - Page 57 Press MENU when you have finished entering text. Then, check the “Splash Enable” box to have the PlasmaView VHD display the information you enter here when it is turned on. Vidikron PlasmaView VHD Installation/Operation Manual Operation...
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Page 58: Service
• Vidikron/ISF Logo Splash Screen Timers: When you turn on the PlasmaView VHD, it projects a welcome screen with the Vidikron logo followed by one with the ISF logo. Select Splash Timer from the Splash Configure menu to set the amount of time that these two images appear. - Page 59 1. Pix By Pix is available only when the input signal is 1080i or 1080p. Note 2. You cannot adjust the Width or Height when Pix By Pix is enabled. Vidikron PlasmaView VHD Installation/Operation Manual buttons to fine-tune the displayed buttons to fine-tune the display device...
- Page 60 Those triggers are then activated by selecting that aspect ratio. To save the trigger settings so that they can be restored after a System Reset (described below), press repeatedly to highlight “Save.” Then, press ENTER. Vidikron PlasmaView VHD Installation/Operation Manual...
- Page 61 Day/Night presets (page 43), Output Shift settings (page 45), Input Names (page 46) and Trigger settings (page 48). Restore Saved Settings: Following a System Reset, select Restore Saved Settings to apply all previously-saved settings to the PlasmaView VHD and VHD Controller. Vidikron PlasmaView VHD Installation/Operation Manual Operation...
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Page 63: Maintenance And Troubleshooting
(set the vacuum cleaner to its weakest setting when doing this). If not removed, accumulated dust can cause the internal temperature to increase, resulting in possible breakdown or fire. Vidikron PlasmaView VHD Installation/Operation Manual Maintenance and Troubleshooting Cleaning... -
Page 64: Troubleshooting Tips
Table 5-1 provides some general guidelines for troubleshooting problems you may encounter with the PlasmaView VHD. If the suggested solutions fail to resolve the problem or if you encounter an issue not described here, please contact your Vidikron dealer or Vidikron Technical Support. - Page 65 Computer images do not • display correctly. The image is too large or too • small. Vidikron PlasmaView VHD Installation/Operation Manual Possible Cause(s) Clock and Phase settings • Adjust Clock and Phase need adjustment. settings (refer to ISF Night - Input Color on page 45).
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Page 67: Serial Communications
(refer to Splash Configure on page 45), allow 15 seconds for the VHD Controller to power up. Once it does, it will accept and properly execute multiple serial commands. Vidikron PlasmaView VHD Installation/Operation Manual Serial Communications RS-232 Connection and Port Configuration... - Page 68 Selects the S-Video 1 input Selects the S-Video 2 input Selects the 16:9 aspect ratio Returns current aspect ratio Selects the Cinema aspect ratio Selects the Letterbox aspect ratio Selects the 4:3 aspect ratio Selects the IntelliWide aspect ratio Vidikron PlasmaView VHD Installation/Operation Manual...
- Page 69 -100/100 TINT? Memory Preset Commands CUSTOM1 CUSTOM2 PRESET? NIGHT Vidikron PlasmaView VHD Installation/Operation 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 70 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 Vidikron PlasmaView VHD Installation/Operation Manual...
- Page 71 DATE? HDINPUTRES HWVER? INRES? Miscellaneous Commands (available on all inputs) SWVER? TRIGGER Vidikron PlasmaView VHD Installation/Operation 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...
- Page 72 IR remote only you’ll be doing so via serial commands. These commands provide active OSD responses just like the IR remote. DOWN ENTER LEFT MENU RIGHT Value Description Stored? Down-Arrow ( ) key ENTER key Left-Arrow ( ) key MENU Right-Arrow ( ) key Up-Arrow ( ) key Vidikron PlasmaView VHD Installation/Operation Manual...
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Page 73: Specifications
Power Consumption: Operating Environment: Dimensions: Weight (panel only, without stand): Vidikron PlasmaView VHD Installation/Operation Manual 1920 x 1080 VP-5000VHD / VP-5000VHDa: 43.50 in. W x 24.50 in. H (1104.9 x 622.3 mm) 50 in. (1270.0 mm) diagonal VP-6500VHD / VP-6500VHDa: 56.50 in. -
Page 74: Vhd 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. Vidikron PlasmaView VHD Installation/Operation Manual... -
Page 75: Plasmaview Vhd Dimensions
Figure 7-1, Figure 7-2 and Figure 7-3 show the PlasmaView VHD dimensions (all dimensions are in inches). Figure 7-1. PlasmaView VHD Model VP-5000VHD Dimensions (with Optional Table Stand) Vidikron PlasmaView VHD Installation/Operation Manual PlasmaView VHD Dimensions Specifications... -
Page 76: Plasmaview Vhd Model Vp-6500Vhd Dimensions (With Optional Table Stand)
Specifications 30.9 59.7 61.9 18.0 42.7 52.0 61.9 Figure 7-2. PlasmaView VHD Model VP-6500VHD Dimensions (with Optional Table Stand) Vidikron PlasmaView VHD Installation/Operation Manual... -
Page 77: Plasmaview Vhd Model Vp-103Vhd Dimensions (With Floor Stand)
Specifications 6.50 34.30 16.00 69.40 42.30 Figure 7-3. PlasmaView VHD Model VP-103VHD Dimensions (with Floor Stand) Vidikron PlasmaView VHD Installation/Operation Manual... -
Page 78: Supported Timings
– – √ – – √ √ – √ √ – √ √ – √ √ – Vidikron PlasmaView VHD Installation/Operation Manual S-Video 1 Video S-Video 2 – – – – – – – – – – – – –... - Page 79 Table 7-3. Supported Signal Timings by Input (continued) Refresh Format Resolution Rate (Hz) PAL-N – 50.00 PAL-60 – 59.94/60.00 Vidikron PlasmaView VHD Installation/Operation Manual Horizontal Pixel Frequency HD/RGB 1 Frequency (kHz) (MHz) HD/RGB 2 15.625 3.580 15.734/15.750 4.430 Supported? (√ = Yes, – = No)
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