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  • Page 1 PS Series USER’S GUIDE www.planar.com...
  • Page 2 The information contained in this document is subject to change without notice. This document contains proprietary information that is protected by copyright. All rights are reserved. No part of this document may be reproduced, translated to another language or stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted by any means, electronic, mechanical, photocopying, recording,or otherwise, without prior written permission.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Table of Contents Safety Warnings and Precautions ........1 Important Safety Instructions..............2 Regulatory Compliance Notices ............2 FCC Compliance Notice ....................2 For Canada......................... 3 Notes on the LCD Panel of This Display ..........3 Copyright ....................... 3 Disclaimer ......................
  • Page 4 Table of Contents Adjusting Audio Volume Level .............. 19 The OSD (On-Screen Display) Menu ........20 OSD Menu Overview.................. 20 Operations in the OSD Menu..............21 Picture Menu....................22 Adjusting the Contrast ....................22 Adjusting the Brightness ....................22 Sound Menu....................23 Option Menu....................

  • Page 5: Safety Warnings And Precautions

    Safety Warnings and Precautions Safety Warnings and Precautions THIS EQUIPMENT MUST BE GROUNDED To ensure safe operation, the three-pin plug must be inserted only into a standard three-pin power outlet which is effectively grounded through normal household wiring. Extension cords used The lightning flash with arrowhead with the equipment must have three symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is...

  • Page 6: Important Safety Instructions

    Safety Warnings and Precautions Important Safety Instructions 1. Read these instructions. 2. Keep these instructions. 3. Heed all warnings. 4. Follow all instructions. 5. Do not use this apparatus near water. 6. Clean only with dry cloth. 7. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions.

  • Page 7: For Canada

    Safety Warnings and Precautions For Canada • This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. • Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada. Notes on the LCD Panel of This Display •...

  • Page 8: Package Contents

    Package Contents Package Contents Open the sales package and check the contents. If any item is missing or damaged, please contact your dealer immediately. YPbPr LCD display Power cord Mini D-Sub (15-pin) Remote control cable AAA batteries Quick start guide Notes: •...

  • Page 9: Parts Of The Display And Their Functions

    Parts of the Display and Their Functions Parts of the Display and Their Functions Front Panel Name Description • Receives command signals from the remote control. • Detects ambient lighting conditions around the display and adjusts screen brightness automatically when the Ambient Light Sensor function is activated.

  • Page 10: Input/Output Terminals

    Parts of the Display and Their Functions Input/Output Terminals No. Name Description AUDIO IN (AUDIO1) Receives audio signals from an external device (such as a computer). Outputs audio signals from an audio or HDMI input source to an AUDIO OUT (L/R) external device.

  • Page 11: Remote Control

    Parts of the Display and Their Functions Remote Control INFO. Shows the current input source and resolution. Selects the VGA input source. Selects the DVI input source. Power Turns on the display or puts it in standby mode. EXIT Returns to a previous menu or closes the OSD menu. ENTER Confirms your selection or save changes.

  • Page 12: Using The Remote Control

    Parts of the Display and Their Functions Using the Remote Control Installing Remote Control Batteries 1. Open the remote control battery compartment cover. 2. Insert the supplied batteries ensuring that the positive and negative marked battery terminals match the (+) and (-) marks in the battery compartment.

  • Page 13: Setting Up The Display

    VESA mounts are used to secure the PS-Series for display. The PS-Series displays 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.

  • Page 14: Connecting Audio/Video Signals

    Setting Up the Display Connecting Audio/Video Signals Pay attention to the following notes when you connect cables: • Please turn off all devices. • Familiarize yourself with the audio/video ports on the display and the devices you want to use. Be aware that incorrect connections may adversely affect picture quality. •...

  • Page 15: Connecting The Digital Input

    Setting Up the Display Connecting the Digital Input 1. Connect the VIDEO IN (DVI-D) jack on the display to the DVI-D output jack on a computer using a DVI-D cable. , connect the computer’s HDMI If the computer has an HDMI output jack output jack to the VIDEO IN (HDMI) input jack on the display using an HDMI cable or a DVI-D to HDMI conversion cable.

  • Page 16: Connecting The Ypbpr Component Video Input

    Setting Up the Display Connecting the YPbPr Component Video Input 1. Connect the VIDEO IN (COMPONENT) jacks on the display to the component output jacks on an A/V device (such as a VCR or DVD player) using a component video cable. 2.

  • Page 17: Connecting The Av And S-Video Inputs

    Setting Up the Display Connecting the AV and S-Video Inputs 1. Connect the VIDEO IN (S-VIDEO) or VIDEO IN jack on the display to the output jack on an A/V device (such as a VCR) using an appropriate video cable. 2.

  • Page 18: Connecting External Speakers

    Setting Up the Display Connecting External Speakers The built-in amplifier on the display allows you to output audio signals through external speakers. Connect external speakers to the SPEAKERS jacks on the display. External Note: You can use the remote control or the control panel on the display to adjust the volume.

  • Page 19: Connecting Multiple Displays

    Setting Up the Display Connecting Multiple Displays With the RS232C-IN/OUT interfaces, you can connect multiple displays serially (daisy chain) to a computer for management. The number of displays you can connect serially depends on the resolution of the input signal you use. RS-232C cable RS-232C cable Computer...

  • Page 20: Connecting Power

    Setting Up the Display Connecting Power 1. Plug one end of the power cord into the AC IN jack on the display and the other end into an appropriate power outlet (if the outlet is switched, turn on the switch). 2.

  • Page 21: Basic Operations

    Basic Operations Basic Operations Turning the Display On or Off To turn on or off the display, press the power button on the display’s control panel or on the remote control. Notes: • The display’s standby mode still consumes a very small amount of power.

  • Page 22: The Osd (On-Screen Display) Menu

    The OSD (On-Screen Display) Menu The OSD (On-Screen Display) Menu OSD Menu Overview Menu name Options/functions See page • Picture Mode • Contrast • Brightness • Color • Tint Picture • Sharpness • Backlight • DCR • Color Temp • Input Resolution •...

  • Page 23: Operations In The Osd Menu

    The OSD (On-Screen Display) Menu Operations in the OSD Menu Using the remote control Using the control panel buttons 1. Press to open the OSD menu. 1. Press to open the OSD menu. MENU MENU ENTER VIDEO SOURCE 2. Press  or  to select an item. 2.

  • Page 24: Picture Menu

    The OSD (On-Screen Display) Menu Picture Menu Picture Picture Mode Standard Contrast Brightness Color Tint Sharpness Backlight Color temp. 9300 K Input Resolution Auto :Move :Input Exit :Exit Enter Name Description Picture Mode Sets the display mode. Contrast Adjusts the image contrast when Picture Mode is set to User. Brightness Adjusts the image brightness when Picture Mode is set to User.

  • Page 25: Sound Menu

    • External: Selects the audio output source from SPEAKERS on the rear connector panel. Speaker • Line-Out: Selects the audio output source from AUDIO OUT on the rear connector panel. • Internal: Select the audio input source from AUDIO IN on the rear connector panel. (PS4200 only)

  • Page 26: Option Menu

    The OSD (On-Screen Display) Menu Option Menu Option Aspect ratio Full Video Source YPbPr Auto Adjustment Clock Frequency Phase H Position V Position Ambient Light Sensor Auto Detection :Move :Input Exit :Exit Enter Name Description Displays the input image in its original aspect ratio (when Original is selected) Aspect ratio or forces the display to fill the input image on the entire display area (when Full is selected).

  • Page 27: Setting Menu

    The OSD (On-Screen Display) Menu Setting Menu Setting Language English Overscan Schedule Display Wall Power Save Set Monitor ID Image Retention Auto Adjustment Advanced :Move :Input Exit :Exit Enter Name Description Language Sets your preferred language for the OSD menu. Overscan Turns the HDMI overscan function on or off.
  • Page 28 The OSD (On-Screen Display) Menu Image Automatically displays swift moving patterns every 10 seconds to prevent image Retention retention on the screen. Auto Automatically optimizes image display for the VGA input. Adjustment • Reset User Default: Resets all OSD settings (except the Language setting) to the factory settings.

  • Page 29: Product Information

    Product Information Product Information Specifications Item Specifications Model PS4200 PS4250 Active area (H x V) (mm) 930.24 x 523.26 930.24 x 523.26 Pixel pitch (mm) 0.4845 0.4845 Native resolution (pixels) 1920 x 1080 1920 x 1080 LCD panel Brightness (cd/m...
  • Page 30 Product Information Item Specifications Model PS4650 PS5550 Active area (H x V) (mm) 1018.08 x 572.67 1209.6 x 680.4 Pixel pitch (mm) 0.53025 0.21 x 0.63 Native resolution (pixels) 1920 x 1080 1920 x 1080 LCD panel Brightness (cd/m 500 (typical) 400 (typical) Contrast 4000:1 (typical)
  • Page 31 Product Information Item Specifications Model PS6500 Active area (H x V) (mm) 1428.48 x 803.52 Pixel pitch (mm) 0.744 Native resolution (pixels) 1920 x 1080 LCD panel Brightness (cd/m 500 (typical) Contrast 5000:1 (typical) Response time (ms) 8 (typical) Computer VGA (Mini D-Sub 15-pin), DVI (DVI-D) Composite Video (BNC jacks), S-Video, Y Pb Pr (RCA Video...

  • Page 32: Supported Input Signal Resolution

    Product Information Supported Input Signal Resolution Input source Resolution S-Video YPbPr HDMI 640 x 480 @ 60Hz 640 x 480 @ 72Hz 640 x 480 @ 75Hz 720 x 400 @ 70Hz 800 x 600 @ 60Hz 800 x 600 @ 75Hz 1024 x 768 @ 60Hz 1024 x 768 @ 75Hz 1280 x 768 @ 60Hz...

  • Page 33: Supported Pip Input Signal Combination

    Product Information Supported PIP Input Signal Combination Main picture signal source S-Video YPbPr HDMI S-Video Sub picture signal source YPbPr HDMI...

  • Page 34: Supported Signal Source And Resolution In Pip Mode

    Product Information Supported Signal Source and Resolution in PIP Mode Notes: • : supported • Blank: not supported Main picture Sub picture 640 x 480 @ 60Hz 640 x 480 @ 72Hz 640 x 480 @ 75Hz 720 x 400 @ 70Hz 800 x 600 @ 60Hz 800 x 600 @ 75Hz 1024 x 768 @ 60Hz...
  • Page 35 Product Information Main picture Sub picture 640 x 480 @ 60Hz 640 x 480 @ 72Hz 640 x 480 @ 75Hz 720 x 400 @ 70Hz 800 x 600 @ 60Hz 800 x 600 @ 75Hz 1024 x 768 @ 60Hz 1024 x 768 @ 75Hz 1280 x 768 @ 60Hz 1280 x 960 @ 60Hz...
  • Page 36 Product Information Main picture HDMI Sub picture 640 x 480 @ 60Hz 640 x 480 @ 72Hz 640 x 480 @ 75Hz 720 x 400 @ 70Hz 800 x 600 @ 60Hz 800 x 600 @ 75Hz 1024 x 768 @ 60Hz 1024 x 768 @ 75Hz 1280 x 768 @ 60Hz 1280 x 960 @ 60Hz...
  • Page 37 Product Information Main picture HDMI Sub picture 640 x 480 @ 60Hz 640 x 480 @ 72Hz 640 x 480 @ 75Hz 720 x 400 @ 70Hz 800 x 600 @ 60Hz 800 x 600 @ 75Hz 1024 x 768 @ 60Hz 1024 x 768 @ 75Hz 1280 x 768 @ 60Hz 1280 x 960 @ 60Hz...
  • Page 38 Product Information Main picture Sub picture 640 x 480 @ 60Hz 640 x 480 @ 72Hz 640 x 480 @ 75Hz 720 x 400 @ 70Hz 800 x 600 @ 60Hz 800 x 600 @ 75Hz 1024 x 768 @ 60Hz 1024 x 768 @ 75Hz 1280 x 768 @ 60Hz 1280 x 960 @ 60Hz...
  • Page 39 Product Information Main picture Sub picture 720p (60Hz) 1080i (50Hz) HDMI 1080i (60Hz) 1080p (50Hz) 1080p (60Hz)
  • Page 40 Product Information Main picture Sub picture 576i (50Hz) 480i (60Hz) 480p (60Hz) 576p (50Hz) 720p (50Hz) YPbPr 720p (60Hz) 1080i (50Hz) 1080i (60Hz) 1080p (50Hz) 1080p (60Hz)
  • Page 41 Product Information Main picture YPbPr Sub picture 640 x 480 @ 60Hz 640 x 480 @ 72Hz 640 x 480 @ 75Hz 720 x 400 @ 70Hz 800 x 600 @ 60Hz 800 x 600 @ 75Hz 1024 x 768 @ 60Hz 1024 x 768 @ 75Hz 1280 x 768 @ 60Hz 1280 x 960 @ 60Hz...
  • Page 42 Product Information Main picture HDMI Sub picture 576i (50Hz) 480i (60Hz) 480p (60Hz) 576p (50Hz) 720p (50Hz) YPbPr 720p (60Hz) 1080i (50Hz) 1080i (60Hz) 1080p (50Hz) 1080p (60Hz)

  • Page 43: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Problem Solution Check the following: • Is the display turned on? Check the power indicator of the display. • Is the signal source device turned on? Turn on the device and try again. • Are there any loose cable connections? Make sure that all cables are connected firmly.
  • Page 44 Troubleshooting...
  • Page 45 Tel: +358-9-420-01 Hours: M-F, 7:00am - 4pm CET © 2011 Planar Systems, Inc. 05/08 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.

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