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M A N U A L
VP-6000 VHD
HIGH DEFINITION PLASMA DISPLAY PANEL
and CONTROLLER
VERSION 1.1

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  • Page 1 O W N E R ’ S O P E R A T I N G M A N U A L VP-6000 VHD HIGH DEFINITION PLASMA DISPLAY PANEL and CONTROLLER VERSION 1.1...
  • Page 3 PLASMA GLASS PANEL: Vidikron will pay for service labor by a Vidikron 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, 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 end user.
  • Page 4 IMPORTANT -- WARRANTY REGISTRATION: Please fill out and mail your warranty registration card. It is imperative that Vidikron knows how to reach you promptly if we should discover a safety problem or product update for which you must be notified.
  • Page 5 ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: To locate the name and address of the nearest Vidikron Authorized Service Center, or for additional information about this Limited Warranty, please call or write: VIDIKRON Attn: Customer Service Department 2900 Faber Street Union City, CA 94587 Ph: (510) 324-5900...

  • Page 6: Safety Precautions

    Safety Precautions Thank you for your purchase of this quality Vidikron video projector! 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: Table Of Contents

    Ambient Light ............................19 Ventilation ..............................19 Other Considerations ..........................20 Connections to the PlasmaView VHD and VHD Controller ..............21 Connecting the PlasmaView VHD to the VHD Controller ............21 Connecting Source Components to the VHD Controller ............23 Vidikron PlasmaView VP-6000 VHD Owner’s Operating Manual...
  • Page 8 PlasmaView VHD Dimensions ........................59 Computer/Video Signal Compatibility ....................60 APPENDIX A. PlasmaView VHD Service Remote Control ..........A-1 Overview ................................A-1 Service/Setup Menu ............................. A-3 Video NR (Noise Reduction)....................... A-3 MPEG Filter............................... A-4 viii Vidikron PlasmaView VP-6000 VHD Owner’s Operating Manual...
  • Page 9 A-2. PlasmaView VHD Setup Menu............A-3 Vidikron PlasmaView VP-6000 VHD Owner’s Operating Manual...
  • Page 10 List of Figures Notes: Vidikron PlasmaView VP-6000 VHD Owner’s Operating Manual...

  • Page 11: Introduction

    Target Audience 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. You can always find the latest version of this and other Vidikron product manuals on-line, at www.Vidikron.com.

  • Page 12: Using This Manual

    Use the following table to locate the specific information you need in this manual. Using This Manual If you need..Turn to page: Information about obtaining service General information about the PlasmaView VP-6000 VHD High-Definition Plasma Display Installation instructions First-time configuration instructions Advanced configuration instructions...

  • Page 13: Description, Features And Benefits

    NTSC material to near high-definition levels. The VHD Controller provides for a pure digital signal path from input to output, making this system ready for Vidikron’s exclusive LiveLink™ DVI cable solution to preserve HD signal quality over long runs.

  • Page 14: 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. • PlasmaView VP-6000 VHD High-Definition Plasma Display • AC Power Cords (2) •...

  • Page 15: Controls And Functions

    - Lights red to indicate that the PlasmaView VHD is in standby mode; - Flashes green or red (twice per second) to indicate an error condition. HANDLES (at the rear of the panel) ALWAYS use the handles when carrying the unit. Vidikron PlasmaView VP-6000 VHD Owner’s Operating Manual...

  • Page 16: Connectors

    Figure 2-2 shows the rear-panel connector and power switch locations on the PlasmaView VHD. OUTPUT INPUT1 INPUT2 INPUT1 INPUT2 ANALOG RGB OUT ANALOG RGB IN DIGITAL RGB (D-Sub) (D-Sub) (DVI-D) AUDIO AUDIO AUDIO RS-232C COMBINATION 3 4 5 Figure 2-2. PlasmaView VHD Rear Panel Vidikron PlasmaView VP-6000 VHD Owner’s Operating Manual...
  • Page 17 11. POWER INPUT (100 to 240 VAC) Connect the PlasmaView VHD to power here, using the included power cord. 12. MAIN POWER SWITCH Connects or disconnects the PlasmaView VHD from the AC power source. Vidikron PlasmaView VP-6000 VHD Owner’s Operating Manual...

  • Page 18: Vhd Controller Front Panel

    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. Vidikron PlasmaView VP-6000 VHD Owner’s Operating Manual...

  • Page 19: Vhd Controller Rear Panel

    COMPONENT VIDEO (RCA connectors) Standard Definition (480i/576i) Component (YPrPb) input. This is the input for component video from sources such as DVD players. For best results, do not run your DVD player in progressive mode. Vidikron PlasmaView VP-6000 VHD Owner’s Operating Manual...
  • Page 20 Connect the VHD Controller to power here. 13. MAIN AC FUSE This is the main AC input fuse (5mm x 20mm, 500 mA, 250V slow-blow). 14. MAIN POWER SWITCH Disconnects or applies power to the VHD Controller. Vidikron PlasmaView VP-6000 VHD Owner’s Operating Manual...

  • Page 21: Vhd Controller Remote Control

    Figure 2-5 shows the VHD Controller remote control, and the paragraphs that follow describe its functionality. VHD Controller Remote Control LIGHT CODE MENU MEMORY CUST CUST SOURCE SELECTION S-VID VIDEO COMP S-VID ASPECT I-WIDE CINEMA Figure 2-5. VHD Controller Remote Control Vidikron PlasmaView VP-6000 VHD Owner’s Operating Manual...
  • Page 22 10. CUST 1 Press to recall settings for the current input from the “Custom 1” memory preset. 11. CUST 2 Press to recall settings for the current input from the “Custom 2” memory preset. Vidikron PlasmaView VP-6000 VHD Owner’s Operating Manual...
  • Page 23 For viewing LaserDisc movies or non-anamorphic DVDs on a 4:3 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 VP-6000 VHD Owner’s Operating Manual...
  • Page 24 Controls and Functions Notes: Vidikron PlasmaView VP-6000 VHD Owner’s Operating Manual...

  • Page 25: Installation

    Component SD NTSC 480i 16:9 Approx. 7m /23ft LIGHT RETURN MENU EXIT MEMORY CUST CUST SOURCE SELECTION S-VID VIDEO COMP S-VID HDMI HDMI ASPECT I-WIDE CINEMA Figure 3-1. Available Range of the Remote Control Vidikron PlasmaView VP-6000 VHD Owner’s Operating Manual...
  • Page 26 • 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 VP-6000 VHD Owner’s Operating Manual...

  • Page 27: Quick Setup

    If using the PlasmaView VHD with a computer, adjust computer display properties Display calibration: adjust the following for each input; save 34 through 42 settings when finished: • Aspect ratio • Brightness • Contrast • Color level • Tint • Sharpness Vidikron PlasmaView VP-6000 VHD Owner’s Operating Manual...

  • Page 28: Installation Considerations

    Vidikron has found this plasma monitor to operate reliably at altitudes of up to 6000 MSL (mean sea level). At elevations higher than this, each panel may react differently, depending upon the altitude, air pressure, humidity and other meteorological factors.

  • Page 29: Ambient Light

    Figure 3-2. This allows heat to disperse, maintaining the proper operating temperature. Wall (2") (2") Wall (2") Figure 3-2. Ventilation Requirements for Enclosure Mounting Vidikron PlasmaView VP-6000 VHD Owner’s Operating Manual...

  • Page 30: 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 VP-6000 VHD Owner’s Operating Manual...

  • Page 31: Connections To The Plasmaview Vhd And Vhd Controller

    ANALOG RGB OUT ANALOG RGB IN DIGITAL RGB (D-Sub) (D-Sub) (DVI-D) AUDIO AUDIO AUDIO COMBINATION RS-232C DIGITAL RS-232C ANALOG RGB IN (INPUT 2) (INPUT 1) Figure 3-3. Connecting the PlasmaView VHD to the VHD Controller Vidikron PlasmaView VP-6000 VHD Owner’s Operating Manual...
  • Page 32 2, 5 To/From REQUEST TO SEND Controller CLEAR TO SEND RS-232C NO CONNECTION 1, 6 1, 9 DB-9 Female RJ-11 Male Figure 3-4. RS-232 Connection from the VHD Controller to the PlasmaView VHD Vidikron PlasmaView VP-6000 VHD Owner’s Operating Manual...

  • Page 33: Connecting Source Components To The Vhd Controller

    R/Pr B/Pb TRIGGERS R/Pr B/Pb S-Video 1 DVI 1 DVI 2 Component Video Video S-Video 2 DVI Source (DVD Player or HD Tuner with HDMI or DVI out) Figure 3-5. DVI Source Connections Vidikron PlasmaView VP-6000 VHD Owner’s Operating Manual...
  • Page 34 R/Pr B/Pb TRIGGERS R/Pr B/Pb S-Video 1 Video S-Video 2 DVI 1 DVI 2 Component Video Red/Pr Green/Y Blue/Pb Horiz Vert DTV or Progressive Component (YPbPr) Source Figure 3-6. Digital (DTV) RGB Connections Vidikron PlasmaView VP-6000 VHD Owner’s Operating Manual...
  • Page 35 Contact your nearest authorized service center or dealer. INPUTS R/Pr B/Pb TRIGGERS R/Pr B/Pb S-Video 1 Video S-Video 2 DVI 1 DVI 2 Component Video Red Green Blue Horiz Vert Personal Computer Figure 3-7. Analog RGB Connections Vidikron PlasmaView VP-6000 VHD Owner’s Operating Manual...
  • Page 36 INPUTS R/Pr B/Pb TRIGGERS R/Pr B/Pb S-Video 1 DVI 1 DVI 2 Video S-Video 2 Component Video DVD Player, VCR, Satellite Receiver, Laser Disc etc. Figure 3-8. Composite, S-Video and Component Video Connections Vidikron PlasmaView VP-6000 VHD Owner’s Operating Manual...

  • Page 37: Rs-232 Controller Connection

    Outputs to External Equipment TRIGGERS S-Video 1 Component Video Video S-Video 2 RS-232 Out RS-232 Control 3.5-mm mini plug to 12-Volt Sleeve = Ground trigger-activated Tip = +12V equipment Figure 3-10. Connecting 12-Volt Trigger Outputs Vidikron PlasmaView VP-6000 VHD Owner’s Operating Manual...

  • Page 38: Connecting An External Ir Receiver To The Vhd Controller

    Figure 3-12. Cables can be routed to the right or left. Do not allow excessive stress to be placed on the ends of cables. Note * As viewed from the rear of the display. Figure 3-12. Installing the Cable Ties Vidikron PlasmaView VP-6000 VHD Owner’s Operating Manual...

  • Page 39: Operation

    The fluorescent display indicates the active source, signal format (NTSC or PAL), input resolution and aspect ratio; for example: Input Current Source Format Resolution Component SD NTSC 480i Anamorphic VP-6000 Aspect Ratio Vidikron PlasmaView VP-6000 VHD Owner’s Operating Manual...

  • Page 40: Selecting The Input Source

    Choose Settings from the Windows Start Menu and click on “Control Panel.” Double click on the Display icon. Click the Settings tab on the display dialog box. Adjust the resolution to 1024x768 pixels. Vidikron PlasmaView VP-6000 VHD Owner’s Operating Manual...
  • Page 41 Controller to HD1 Pass Thru or HD2 Pass Thru, depending on which RGB/HD input you are using. To prevent image retention (burn) on your display, ALWAYS use a screen WARNING saver and set it to the shortest possible time. Vidikron PlasmaView VP-6000 VHD Owner’s Operating Manual...

  • Page 42: Using The On-Screen Menus

    Menus confirm your selection. The PlasmaView VHD OSD menus are arranged hierarchically, as shown in Figure 4-1. Depending on the selected input source and signal characteristics, some menu options may not be available. Vidikron PlasmaView VP-6000 VHD Owner’s Operating Manual...
  • Page 43 1 / 2 / 3 / Save Language (currently, English only) Menu Mode Miscellaneous Timeout Side Bar Color Film Mode (SD src. only) System Reset Restore Saved Settings Figure 4-1. VHD Controller OSD Menu Structure for PlasmaView VHD Vidikron PlasmaView VP-6000 VHD Owner’s Operating Manual...

  • Page 44: Main Menu

    The currently-selected aspect ratio is indicated by a “ ” to its left; in the example at left, Anamorphic is selected. Standard 4:3 Letterbox The aspect ratio selection is automatically saved for each input and IntelliWide Note resolution. Cinema Vidikron PlasmaView VP-6000 VHD Owner’s Operating Manual...
  • Page 45 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 VP-6000 VHD Owner’s Operating Manual...

  • Page 46: Picture

    Color training program for technicians and installers to use these standards to obtain optimal Tint picture quality from Vidikron video display devices. Accordingly, Vidikron recommends that Sharpness setup and calibration be performed by an ISF-certified installation technician. All signal types require separate processing. Therefore, you need to calibrate each VHD Controller input separately.
  • Page 47 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 VP-6000 VHD Owner’s Operating Manual...
  • Page 48 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 VP-6000 VHD Owner’s Operating Manual...

  • Page 49: 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 VP-6000 VHD Owner’s Operating Manual...

  • Page 50: Isf 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 information will help them answer your questions or resolve product performance issues.

  • Page 51: Calibration

    “half on, half off” graphic image. (You may notice that you can stabilize the image at more than one point. Use either setting in this case.) Vidikron PlasmaView VP-6000 VHD Owner’s Operating Manual...
  • Page 52 • 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 53: Service

    Use the VHD Controller front-panel keypad to change its IR code. Then, change the code sent by the remote to match as described below. Do not change the “Type” setting in this menu. Note Vidikron PlasmaView VP-6000 VHD Owner’s Operating Manual...
  • Page 54 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 VP-6000 VHD Owner’s Operating Manual...
  • Page 55 Day/Night presets (page 40), Output Shift settings (page 42), Input Names (page 43) and Trigger settings (page 44). 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 VP-6000 VHD Owner’s Operating Manual...
  • Page 56 Operation Notes: Vidikron PlasmaView VP-6000 VHD Owner’s Operating Manual...

  • Page 57: 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 VP-6000 VHD Owner’s Operating Manual...

  • Page 58: 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 Troubleshooting Tips if you encounter an issue not described here, please contact your Vidikron dealer or Vidikron Technical Support. Table 5-1. Troubleshooting Chart...
  • Page 59 Computer/Video Signal PlasmaView VHD. Compatibility on page 60). The image is too large or too • Image size needs adjusting. • Adjust the image size (refer small. to Input Position on page 39). Vidikron PlasmaView VP-6000 VHD Owner’s Operating Manual...
  • Page 60 Maintenance and Troubleshooting Notes: Vidikron PlasmaView VP-6000 VHD Owner’s Operating Manual...

  • Page 61: Serial Communications

    VHD Controller to power up. If you have enabled the ISF splash screen (refer to “Splash Configure” on page 42), allow 15 seconds for the VHD Controller to power up. Once it does, it will accept and properly execute multiple serial commands. Vidikron PlasmaView VP-6000 VHD Owner’s Operating Manual...
  • Page 62 Returns the input source aspect ratio ASPECTOUT? Returns output screen size CINEMA Selects the Cinema aspect ratio LETTERBOX Selects the Letterbox aspect ratio STANDARD Selects the Standard (4:3) aspect ratio INTELLIWIDE Selects the IntelliWide aspect ratio Vidikron PlasmaView VP-6000 VHD Owner’s Operating Manual...
  • Page 63 Loads “Custom 1” image preset CUSTOM2 Loads “Custom 2” image preset Loads “ISF Day” image preset NIGHT Loads “ISF Night” image preset PRESET? Returns currently-selected preset (ISF Day, ISF Night, Custom 1 or Custom 2) Vidikron PlasmaView VP-6000 VHD Owner’s Operating Manual...
  • Page 64 Returns output horizontal position value OVPOS -100/100 Sets the value for output vertical position OVPOS? Returns output vertical position value OWIDTH -100/100 Sets the value for output width OWIDTH? Returns output horizontal width value Vidikron PlasmaView VP-6000 VHD Owner’s Operating Manual...
  • Page 65 Sets output color space to RGB with positive horizontal and vertical sync RGBS Sets output color space to RGB with composite sync SWVER? Returns software version number TRIGGER Assigns trigger to currently-selected aspect ratio Vidikron PlasmaView VP-6000 VHD Owner’s Operating Manual...
  • Page 66 IR remote only you’ll be doing so via serial commands. These commands provide active OSD responses just like the IR remote. DOWN Down-Arrow ( ) key ENTER ENTER key LEFT Left-Arrow ( ) key MENU MENU RIGHT Right-Arrow ( ) key Up-Arrow ( ) key Vidikron PlasmaView VP-6000 VHD Owner’s Operating Manual...

  • Page 67: Specifications

    (except for plasma glass panel). Plasma Glass Panel: One (1) year parts and labor from the date of delivery to the end user. Specifications are subject to change without notice. Vidikron PlasmaView VP-6000 VHD Owner’s Operating Manual...

  • Page 68: Vhd Controller Specifications

    13.0 lbs. (5.90 kg) Regulatory Approvals: Complies with FCC, CE C-Tick Limited Warranty: Two (2) years parts and labor from the date of delivery to the end user. Specifications are subject to change without notice. Vidikron PlasmaView VP-6000 VHD Owner’s Operating Manual...

  • Page 69: Plasmaview Vhd Dimensions

    Specifications Figure 7-1 show the PlasmaView VHD dimensions (all dimensions are in inches). PlasmaView VHD Dimensions Figure 7-1. PlasmaView VHD Dimensions (with Optional Table Stand) Vidikron PlasmaView VP-6000 VHD Owner’s Operating Manual...

  • Page 70: Computer/Video Signal Compatibility

    74.9 60.2 – Apple Macintosh 19” √ √ 85.0 68.7 √ √ 100.6 80.5 I/O DATA √ √ 119.4 95.6 √ √ 60.0 53.7 √ √ 1152x864 72.0 64.9 √ √ 75.0 67.5 Vidikron PlasmaView VP-6000 VHD Owner’s Operating Manual...
  • Page 71 75.0 √ 65.0 81.3 – √ 1600x1200 70.0 87.5 – √ 75.0 93.8 – √ 85.0 106.3 – √ √ 1680x1050 60.0 65.3 √ 1920x1200 60.0 74.6 – √ √ 1920x1200RB 60.0 74.0 Vidikron PlasmaView VP-6000 VHD Owner’s Operating Manual...
  • Page 72 Specifications Notes: Vidikron PlasmaView VP-6000 VHD Owner’s Operating Manual...

  • Page 73: Appendix A. Plasmaview Vhd Service Remote Control

    Figure A-1. PlasmaView VHD Service Remote Control The PlasmaView VHD service remote control is intended for use only by Note authorized Vidikron dealers. Use it only as described here or as instructed to by Vidikron Technical Support. Vidikron PlasmaView VP-6000 VHD Owner’s Operating Manual...
  • Page 74 Used to access the INSTALLER ADJUST menu. 11. MAGNIFY Press this button to select and enlarge one part of the screen image. 12. VOLUME + / - Not used with the PlasmaView VHD. Vidikron PlasmaView VP-6000 VHD Owner’s Operating Manual...

  • Page 75: Service/Setup Menu

    Press MENU on the PlasmaView VHD Service Remote Control. Press to select SETUP. Press to select VIDEO NR, then press SET. Press to select the desired amount of noise reduction (OFF, LOW, MIDDLE or HIGH). Press SET to confirm your selection. Vidikron PlasmaView VP-6000 VHD Owner’s Operating Manual...

  • Page 76: Mpeg Filter

    Press MENU on the PlasmaView VHD Service Remote Control. Press to select SETUP. Press to select MPEG FILTER, then press SET. Press to select the desired amount of filtering (OFF, LOW, MIDDLE or HIGH). Press SET to confirm your selection. Vidikron PlasmaView VP-6000 VHD Owner’s Operating Manual...
  • Page 78 RUMA-009820 rev. 12-22-06 v1.1 Vidikron 2900 Faber Street Union City, CA 94587 510-324-5900 Fax 510-324-5905 1-888-4-VIDIKRON www.vidikron.com SE RI A L NUM BE R...

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