Runco CW-42i manual Troubleshooting, Symptom Checks Remedy

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TROUBLESHOOTING

If the picture quality is poor or there is some other problems, check the adjustments, operations, etc., before re- questing service.

SYMPTOM

CHECKS

REMEDY

Picture is disturbed.

• Is a connected component set directly in front or at the side of the

• Leave some space between the display and the connected

Sound is noisy.

display?

components.

Remote control operates erroneously.

 

 

The remote control does not work.

• Are the remote control’s batteries worn out?

• Replace both batteries with new ones.

 

• Is IR ENABLE set to ON?

• Set IR ENABLE OFF on INSTALL 3 menu.

 

• Has an ID number been set for the main unit?

• Set an ID number with the SELECT ID button, or set the ID

 

 

number to ALL.

Monitor’s power does not turn on when

• Is the monitor’s power cord plugged into a power outlet?

• Plug the monitor’s power cord into a power outlet.

the remote control’s power button is

• Are all the monitor’s indicators off?

• Press the power button on the monitor to turn on the power.

pressed.

 

 

• Are the remote control’s batteries worn out?

• Replace both batteries with new ones.

 

 

• Is IR ENABLE set to ON?

• Set IR ENABLE OFF.

 

• Has an ID number been set for the main unit.

• Set an ID number with the SELECT ID button, or set the ID

 

 

number to ALL.

Monitor does not operate when the

• Is the remote control pointed at the monitor, or is there an obstacle

• Point the remote control at the monitor’s remote control sensor

remote control’s buttons are pressed.

between the remote control and the monitor?

when pressing buttons, or remove the obstacle.

 

• Is direct sunlight or strong artificial light shining on the monitor’s

• Eliminate the light by closing curtains, pointing the light in a

 

remote control sensor?

different direction, etc.

 

• Are the remote control’s batteries worn out?

• Replace both batteries with new ones.

 

 

• Unplug the remote cable from the monitor.

The front panel buttons of the main unit

• The front panel buttons do not function during Control Lock.

• Set the Control Lock to OFF.

do not function.

 

 

No sound or picture is produced.

• Is the monitor’s power cord plugged into a power outlet?

• Plug the monitor’s power cord into a power outlet.

Picture appears but no sound is

• Is the volume set at the minimum?

• Increase the volume.

produced.

• Is the mute mode set?

• Press the remote control’s MUTE button.

 

• Are the speakers properly connected?

• Connect the speakers properly.

 

• Is AUDIO set correctly?

• Set AUDIO on the AUDIO menu correctly.

Poor picture with VIDEO signal input.

• Improper control setting. Local interference. Cable

• Adjust picture control as needed. Try another location for the

 

interconnections. Input impedance is not correct level.

monitor. Be sure all connections are secure.

Poor picture with RGB signal input.

• Improper control setting. Incorrect 15 PIN connector pin

• Adjust picture controls as needed. Check pin assignments and

 

connections.

connections.

Tint is poor or colors are weak.

• Are the tint and colors properly adjusted?

• Adjust the tint and color (under PICTURE ADJUST).

Nothing appears on screen.

• Is the computer’s power turned on?

• Turn on the computer’s power.

 

• Is a source connected?

• Connect source to the monitor.

 

• Is the Auto Off function in the standby or off mode?

• Operate the computer (move the mouse, etc.)

 

• Is LOOP OUT set to ON?

• Set LOOP OUT OFF.

Part of picture is cut off or picture is not

• Is the position adjustment appropriate?

• Adjust the IMAGE OPTIONS properly.

centered.

 

 

Image is too large or too small.

• Is the screen size adjustment appropriate?

• Press the ASPECT button on the remote control and adjust

 

 

properly.

Picture is unstable.

• Is the computer’s resolution setting appropriate?

• Set to the proper resolution.

POWER/STANDBY indicator is lighted

• Horizontal and / or vertical sync signal is not present when the

• Check the input signal.

in red.

Auto Off control is on.

 

POWER/STANDBY indicator is blinking

• The temperature inside the main unit has become too high and has

• Promptly switch off the power of the main unit and wait until the

in red.

activated the monitor.

internal temperature drops. See *1.

POWER/STANDBY indicator is blinking

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• Promptly switch off the power of the main unit. See *2.

in green and red, or green.

 

 

 

*1 Overheat Protector

If the monitor becomes too hot, the overheat protector will be activated and the monitor will be turned off. If this happens, turn off the power to the monitor and unplug the power cord. If the room where the monitor is installed is particularly hot, move the monitor to a cooler location and wait for the monitor to cool for 60 minutes. If the problem persists, contact your Runco Authorized Dealer.

*2 In the following case, power off the monitor immediately and contact your Runco Authorized Dealer or Runco Authorized Service Center. The monitor turns off 5 seconds after powering on and then the POWER/STANDBY indicator blinks. It indicates that the power supply circuit, plasma display panel or temperature sensor have been damaged.

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Contents CW-42i Page Table of Contents Contents of the package » The features you’ll enjoy includeIntroduction Options» Warnings and Safety Precautions » PrecautionsImportant Information Risk of Electric Shock Do not OpenRecommendations to avoid or minimize phosphor burn-in » Plasma monitor cleaning procedure» To avoid damage and prolong operating life To Avoid Image BURN-IN Limited WarrantyWhat is Covered Under the Terms of this Limited Warranty Important Warranty Registration Effective Warranty DateContact a Runco Authorized Service Center to Obtain Service RIGHTS, Limits and ExclusionsVentilation Requirements for enclosure mounting HOW to Attach Options to the Plasma MonitorPart Names and Functions PowerInput Select / Exit MenuExternal Control AUDIO1, AUDIO2, AUDIO3Light ON/OFFExit AspectDVD 1 / HD1 Overall Functional DescriptionDigital Inputs » Plasma Connection Examples Installation» Connecting Your DVD Player » Connecting Your PC or Macintosh Computer» Connecting Your VCR or Laser Disc Player » Pin Assignments for 15-pin RGB analog » Pin Configuration of the RGB3 Connector DVI ConnectorBasic Operations Aspect Ratio Controls STD 43 mode 43 or Sxga » Wide Screen Operation with Computer SignalsWithin 3 seconds STD 43 Anamphc LTR BOX» Menu Operations OSD on Screen Display ControlsOSD On Screen Display Controls Language Use the and buttons to adjust the contrast » Picture Adjust Menu Adjusting the picturePicture adjustment screen Adjusting the computer imageTo set to CUSTOM1 Once the adjustment is completedNormal ISF DAY ISF NIT CUSTOM1 Film Types of picture modesReducing noise in the picture Once the setting is completedOFF VID NR1 VID NR2 VID NR3 Types of noise reductionSetting the color temperature Setting the KelvinAdjust the white balance using the and buttons Adjusting the Color to the Desired LevelAdjusting the white balance B GainGamma settings Making the Dither AdjustmentsChanging the Gamma Auto Still Motion DiffuseColor Chart settings Adjusting the ColorsDither settings Audio To continue adjusting the audio ... Repeat from stepTo set the Audio INPUT1 to VIDEO1 Setting the allocation of the audio connectorsSTD 43 ↔ Anamphc ↔ Vrtwide ↔ LTR BOX » Image Options MenuAdjusting the Computer When Computer is offAdjusting the position of the image Restoring the factory defaults settingsOn ↔ OFF » Install 1 Menu Setting the on-screen menuTo set the Display OSD to OFF To set the BNC Input mode to Comp Setting the BNC connectorsBNC Input settings RGB ↔ CompSetting a computer image to the correct RGB select screen Checking the signal being transmitted to RGB1 terminalTo set the RGB select mode to Auto Auto Still Motion RESIZE1 RESIZE2 DTVTo set the HD Type mode to 1080B Setting high definition images to the suitable screen size1080B 1035I 1080A RGB Type modesTo set the Input Skip mode to OFF Setting the Input SkipInput Skip settings OFF onUse the and buttons to select ON, then press the Menu button Resetting to the default valuesOFF » Install 2 Menu Setting the Auto Off for computer imagesTo turn the Auto Off function on Setting the picture to suit the movie Power / Standby indicatorPerform Steps 1-2 of PDP PROTECT, then LUM. Setting Luminance SettingOrbiter Adjust the Orbiter function manuallyOFF AUTO1 AUTO2 Manual DOTInverse Setting the time for InversePerform Steps 1-2 of PDP PROTECT, then Perform Steps 1-3 of INVERSE, thenSpeed Image SweepPerform Steps 1-3 of Image SWEEP, then To adjust the Sidebar ADJ Setting the Sidebar ADJ. for the sides of the screenUse the and buttons to adjust the Sidebar ADJ SoftenSetting the signal and black level for DVI signal Setting the screen size for S1/S2 video inputTo set PLUG/PLAY mode to STB/DVD Perform the following operationsPresent Time » Install 3 Menu Using the timerPerform Steps 1-2 of TIMER, then Date Program TimerSAT Function -- Orbiter Inverse White Image SweepRGB → Last ↔ VIDEO1 ↔ VIDEO2 ↔ VIDEO3 ← Setting the Default Input→ RGB3 ↔ RGB2 ↔ RGB1 ↔ HD1 ← Comp → LAST↔ VIDEO1 ↔ VIDEO2 ↔ VIDEO3 ←Menu button. The Install 3 screen appears Use Buttons to select Install 3, then pressEnabling/disabling the front panel controls Use Buttons to select Control LockTo set the IR Enable to OFF Enabling/disabling remote control wireless transmissionLoop Out Setting To set the Loop OUT to ON... UseTo set the ID number for the remote control ID Number SettingTo set the ID Number to O2 ALLUse this feature to configure a 2×2 or 3×3 video wall Video Wall SettingPosition DividerPerform Steps 1-2 of Video WALL, then Auto ID DISP. ModeOn Delay Power on delay Image AdjustOn Delay settings Use Buttons to select onLUM SET Link LUM SET Link settingsUse the and buttons to select Repeat Time Repeat Time RepeatDivider 1 4 Source→ English ↔ Deutsch ↔ Français ← → Italiano ↔ Español ← » Language Menu Setting the language for the menusTo select Deutsch Color System formats » Color System Menu Setting the video signal formatTo select 3.58NTSC Once you have checked the frequency Computer input signals supported by this system Table of Signals SupportedTable of Signals Supported Symptom Checks Remedy TroubleshootingDimensions Specifications Page

CW-42i specifications

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