Planar PDP43P Operating Instructions Manual

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  • Page 1 PDP-50P AND PDP-43P OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS...
  • Page 2 This unit has been designed for use as a computer display monitor. The optional video card is required if you wish to view other video signals on the monitor. For details consult your local retail dealer. Contents related to system specifications, power requirements, accessories, and other information differ with respect to the country where this unit is purchased.
  • Page 3: Operating Instructions

    Operating Instructions Thank you very much for purchasing this Planar product. Before using your Plasma Display, please read the “Safety Precautions” and these “Operating Instructions” carefully so you will know how to operate the Plasma Display properly. Keep this manual in a safe place. You will find it useful in the future.
  • Page 4: Safety Precautions

    Safety Precautions IMPORTANT NOTICE The serial number for this equipment is located on the rear panel. Please write this serial number on your enclosed warranty card and keep it in a secure area. This is for your security. CAUTION: WHEN POSITIONING THIS EQUIPMENT ENSURE THAT THE MAINS PLUG AND SOCKET IS EASILY ACCESSIBLE.
  • Page 5: Important Safety Instructions

    IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS READ INSTRUCTIONS — All the safety and operating instructions should be read before the product is operated. RETAIN INSTRUCTIONS — The safety and operating instructions should be retained for future reference. HEED WARNINGS — All warnings on the product and in the operating instructions should be adhered to.
  • Page 6: Table Of Contents

    Contents Safety Precautions ... i Features ... 2 Before Proceeding ... 3 How to Use This Manual ... 3 Checking Supplied Accessories ... 5 Part Names and Functions ... 6 Main Unit ... 6 Remote Control Unit ... 7 Connection Panel ... 8 Installation and Connections ...
  • Page 7: Features

    Features PDP-50P ¶ Introduces newly developed 50" XGA Wide Plasma Panel The new wide high-precision XGA 50" plasma panel (1280x768 / 16:9) pushes the envelope of previous high-luminance panels, producing brighter, clearer images with higher contrast. ¶ Newly developed full screen filter produces clear, high-contrast images even in a lighted room.
  • Page 8: Before Proceeding

    Before Proceeding How to Use This Manual This manual is set up to follow the course of actions and operations in the order that would seem most logical for someone setting up this unit. Once the unit has been taken out of the box and it has been confirmed that all the parts have been received, it may be beneficial to look over the section “Part Names and Functions”...
  • Page 9 Before Proceeding About operations in this manual Operations in this manual are outlined in step by step numbered procedures. Most of the procedures are written in reference to the remote control unit unless the button or control is only present on the main unit. However, if a button or control on the main unit has the same or similar name as that on the remote control unit, that button can be used when performing operations.
  • Page 10: Checking Supplied Accessories

    Checking Supplied Accessories Check that the following accessories were supplied. Power cord Remote control unit AA (R6) batteries (x 2) Cleaning cloth (for wiping front panel) Speed clamps (x 2) Bead bands (x 2) Before Proceeding Display stands (x 2) Washers (x 2) Hex hole bolts (x 2) Remote control unit holder...
  • Page 11: Part Names And Functions

    Part Names and Functions Main Unit Main unit Main unit Display stand Remote control sensor Point the remote control toward the remote sensor to operate the unit (page 8). STANDBY/ON indicator This indicator is red during standby mode, and turns to green when the unit is in the operation mode (page 19).
  • Page 12: Remote Control Unit

    Remote Control Unit When handling the remote control unit ¶ Do not drop or shake the remote control. ¶ Do not use the remote control unit in a location subject to direct sunlight, heat radiation from a heater, or in a place subject to excessive humidity.
  • Page 13: Connection Panel

    The connection panel is provided with two video input jacks and one video output jack. Audio input and speaker output jacks are also provided, together with a CONTROL IN/OUT connector for connecting to Planar components bearing the Î mark. For instructions regarding connections, consult the pages noted in parentheses by each item.
  • Page 14 Illustration depicts PDP-50P model. CONTROL SPEAKER – Synchronizing signal impedance selector switch Depending on the connections made at INPUT2, it may be necessary to set this switch to match the output impedance of the connected component’s synchronization signal. When the output impedance of the component’s synchronization signal is below 75 , set this switch to the 75 position (pages 12, 14).
  • Page 15: Installation And Connections

    Installation and Connections Installation of the Unit Installation using the supplied display stand Be sure to fix the supplied stand to the installation surface. Use commercially available M8 bolts that are 25 mm longer than the thickness of the installation surface. 1 Fix the supplied stand to the installation surface at each of the 4 prepared holes using commercially available M8 bolts .
  • Page 16 Planar stand or installation bracket (sold separately) ÷ When possible, please install using parts and accessories manufactured by Planar. Planar will not be held responsible for accident or damage caused by the use of parts and accessories manufactured by other companies.
  • Page 17: Connection To Input1 And Input2

    Installation and Connections Connection to INPUT1 and INPUT2 The INPUT 1 and INPUT 2 jacks are used to connect the display to a computer. After making the connections, adjust the screen settings in accordance with the computer’s signal output. See pages 17-18 for information regarding settings.
  • Page 18 When connecting to INPUT1 INPUT1 OUTPUT ANALOG RGB (ANALOG RGB) Connect the cable corresponding to the shape of the input terminal on this unit and the personal computer’s output terminal. Secure by tightening the terminal screws on both units. After connecting, on-screen setup is necessary. Please see pages 17 and 18.
  • Page 19: Audio Connections

    Installation and Connections Connection of composite SYNC analog RGB source Make composite SYNC connections for a personal computer with output that has the vertical synchronization signal layered on top of the horizontal synchronization signal. When connecting to INPUT1 INPUT1 OUTPUT ANALOG RGB (ANALOG RGB) On-screen setup is necessary after connection.
  • Page 20: Control Cord Connection

    Control Cord Connection When control cord connections are made, remote control operation of connected Planar components that bear the Î logo mark is done through the remote sensor on this unit. When the connection is made to the CONTROL IN jack on another unit, the remote sensor of that component will no longer receive signals.
  • Page 21: How To Route Cables

    Installation and Connections How to Route Cables Speed clamps and bead bands are included with this unit for bunching cables together. Once components are connected, follow the following steps to route cables. Organize cables together using the provided speed clamps. Insert 1 into an appropriate hole on the rear of the unit, then snap 2 into the back of 1 to fix the clamp.
  • Page 22: Setting Up The System

    Setting Up the System Setup after Connection After components have been connected to INPUT1 or INPUT2, on-screen setup is necessary. Follow the procedure described below and make settings as they apply to the type of components connected. Screen Mode setup Note These settings are required only when using the following input signal refresh rates: 1 31.5 kHz horizontal / 60 Hz vertical;...
  • Page 23 Setting Up the System CLAMP POSITION setup Depending on the signal, analog RGB signals may result in the screen image appearing with a whitish or greenish cast. In such cases, set “CLAMP POSITION” to LOCKED. ÷ Normally, leave this setting at AUTO. Setup of CLAMP POSITION Press MENU to display the menu screen.
  • Page 24: Operations

    Operations Selecting an Input Source This section explains the basic operation of this unit. Outlined on the following pages is how to turn the main power on and off, put this unit in the operation or standby mode and how to select connected components. Before you begin, make sure you have: •...
  • Page 25: To Mute The Sound

    Operations To adjust the volume VOLUME +/– Press VOLUME on the remote control unit. Use VOLUME + or VOLUME – to adjust the volume of the connected speakers. V O L U ME To mute the sound MUTING Press MUTING on the remote control unit. Press MUTING again to restore the sound.
  • Page 26: Screen Size Selection

    Screen Size Selection This unit incorporates screen modes of various height and width ratios. For optimal viewing, we recommend that you select the screen mode that best matches the video source that you are viewing. Although these modes are designed for full display of a picture on a wide screen, it is our hope that you make use of them with a full understanding of the manufacturer’s intentions.
  • Page 27 Operations 4 PARTIAL (*Supported only on PDP-50P) The PARTIAL setting is available only during personal computer input (1280 x 1024/60 Hz only). The input signal and the screen maintain a dot to line ratio of 1:1. Display is highly faithful to the source. However, in order to maintain the 1:1 ratio, a portion of the display will not appear on the screen.
  • Page 28: Partial Image Enlargement (Point Zoom)

    Partial Image Enlargement (POINT ZOOM) This display allows any one of nine screen areas (AREA 1 to AREA 9) to be selected and enlarged to x1.5, x2, x3, or x4. When performing point zoom enlargement, the direction buttons (5/∞/2/3) can be used to move the enlarged portion up-down and right-left.
  • Page 29: Automatic Power Off

    Operations Automatic Power OFF This display is equipped with automatic power- management and auto-power-off functions, which allow the unit to automatically switch to power-saving mode when no sync signal is detected. (A warning message appears onscreen before these functions operate.) Notes ÷...
  • Page 30: Display Panel Adjustments

    Display Panel Adjustments Adjusting the Picture Quality Press MENU to display the menu screen. MAIN MENU PICTURE SCREEN SET UP CO NT RA S T I GHT . R L E V E L : 6 0 G L E V E L : 6 0 B L E V E L H E NH AN CE...
  • Page 31: Adjusting The Image Position And Clock (Automatic Adjustment)

    Display Panel Adjustments Adjusting the Image Position and Clock (Automatic Adjustment) Pressing AUTO SET UP on either the display or the remote control unit will adjust the screen position and clock to optimum values. Note Perform this adjustment individually for each input function (INPUT 1, INPUT 2), and each signal type.
  • Page 32: Manual Adjustment Of Screen Position And Clock

    Manual Adjustment of Screen Position and Clock Press MENU to display the menu screen. MAIN MENU PICTURE SCREEN SET UP CO NT RA S T I GHT . R L E V E L : 6 0 G L E V E L : 6 0 B L E V E L H E NH AN CE...
  • Page 33: Other Operations

    Other Operations Rewriting the Input Display (INPUT LABEL) This function allows rewriting of the screen contents displayed with differing inputs. For example, the default “INPUT 1” can be changed to “COMPUTER” or other name describing the connected component (up to maximum of 8 characters).
  • Page 34: Power Control Function

    Power Control Function The power control function allows screen brightness to be suppressed as a means of lowering power consumption and reducing display deterioration. Press MENU to display the menu screen. The menu will be displayed. MAIN MENU PICTURE SCREEN SET UP CO NT RA S T I GHT .
  • Page 35: Audio Output (Audio Out)

    Other Operations Press SET to select INPUT 1. The factory default setting is OFF. Each time SET is pressed the selector function switches alternately as shown: 3 OFF INPUT1 2 ÷ When OFF is selected, AUTO FUNCTION is disabled. ÷ When INPUT 1 is selected, the display input automatically switches to INPUT 1 when a signal is detected at the INPUT 1 jack.
  • Page 36: Additional Information

    Additional Information Cleaning Regular cleaning will extend the life and performance of this unit. The recommended way to clean the display and related parts is described below. Before cleaning, be sure to unplug the power cord from the power outlet. Cleaning the display panel body and remote control Do not under any circumstances use solvents such as...
  • Page 37: General Problems

    • Stripes appear on the screen. • May be caused by radio wave mingling from TV station, FM station, amateur radios, public radios (simplified radios) etc., or a nearby personal computer, TV, or video/audio component.
  • Page 38 Although this unit incorporates high precision technology in its design, please understand that there may be extremely slight pixel breakup, or light emission fault. Note In order to protect the panel and internal circuitry, this display is provided with a cooling fan designed to turn on/off and change speed automatically in accordance with ambient temperature conditions (the fan sound will change in accordance with its speed).
  • Page 39: Specifications

    Additional Information Specifications General (PDP-50P) Light emission panel ... 50 inch plasma display panel Number of pixels ... 1280 x 768 Power supply ... AC 100 - 120 V, 50/60 Hz Rated current ... 3.8 A - 3.1 A Standby power consumption ... 1 W External dimensions ...
  • Page 40: Supplement 1

    Supplement 1 -1/2: PDP-50P PC signal compatibilty table (INPUT1, INPUT2) Refresh rate Resolution (Dot x Line) Vertical Horizontal 24.8kHz 56.4Hz 640x400 70.1Hz 31.5kHz 60Hz 31.5kHz 640x480 66.7Hz 35.0kHz 72.8Hz 37.9kHz 37.5kHz 75Hz 85Hz 43.3kHz 35.2kHz 800 x600 56Hz 37.9kHz 60Hz 72Hz 48.1kHz 46.9kHz...
  • Page 41: Supplement 2

    Additional Information Supplement 1 -2/2: PDP-43P PC signal compatibilty table (INPUT1, INPUT2) Refresh rate Resolution (Dot x Line) Vertical Horizontal 24.8kHz 56.4Hz 640x400 31.5kHz 70.1Hz 60Hz 31.5kHz 640x480 35.0kHz 66.7Hz 72.8Hz 37.9kHz 75Hz 37.5kHz 85Hz 43.3kHz 35.2kHz 800 x600 56Hz 37.9kHz 60Hz 72Hz...
  • Page 42: Explanation Of Terms

    Business Machines Co., Inc. Explanation of Terms Aspect ratio The TV screen’s width to height ratio is referred to as its aspect ratio. The aspect ratio on standard TVs is 4:3 and on wide TVs or High Definition TVs it is 16:9.
  • Page 43 © 2002 Planar Systems, Inc. 09/02 Planar is a registered trademark of Planar Systems, Inc. Other brands and names are the property of their respective owners. Technical information in this document is subject to change without notice. 020-0256-00...

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