Vidikron VP-5000VHDA, VP-103VHD Operation, Maintenance and Troubleshooting, Serial Communications

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Table of Contents

 

Connections to the PlasmaView VHD and VHD Controller

22

 

Connecting the PlasmaView VHD to the VHD Controller

22

 

Connecting Source Components to the VHD Controller

24

 

RS-232 Controller Connection

28

 

Connecting 12-Volt Trigger Outputs to External Equipment

28

 

Connecting an External IR Receiver to the VHD Controller

29

 

Connecting AC Power

30

 

Cable Management

31

4.

Operation

33

 

Turning on the Power

33

 

Setting the Computer Display Properties

33

 

Using the VHD Controller Menus

35

 

Main Menu

37

 

Input Source

37

 

Aspect Ratio

37

 

Picture

39

 

Input Position

42

 

Memory Presets

43

 

Information

43

 

Calibration

44

 

Service

46

5.

Maintenance and Troubleshooting

51

 

Cleaning

51

 

Cleaning the Display Panel Body and Remote Control

51

 

Cleaning the Screen

51

 

Cleaning the Vents

51

 

Troubleshooting Tips

52

6.

Serial Communications

55

 

RS-232 Connection and Port Configuration

55

 

Serial Command Syntax

55

7.

Specifications

61

 

PlasmaView VHD Specifications

61

 

VHD Controller Specifications

62

 

PlasmaView VHD Dimensions

63

 

Supported Timings

66

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Vidikron PlasmaView VHD Installation/Operation Manual

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Contents High Definition Plasma Displays Page Three Year Limited Warranty RIGHTS, Limits and Exclusions Product Information Retain for Your Records Important Safety Instructions Compliance Information Declaration of ConformityFCC Part 1Table of Contents Operation Maintenance and TroubleshootingSpecifications Serial Communications1List of Figures List of Figures Xii 1Introduction About This ManualUsing This Manual If you need Turn toDescription, Features and Benefits Key Features and BenefitsOptional Accessories Models VP-6500VHD and VP-6500VHDa Optional Accessories Models VP-5000VHD and VP-5000VHDaOptional Accessories Models VP-103VHD 2Controls and Functions PlasmaView VHD at a GlanceDisplay Stand VP-5000VHD5 VP-103VHDVHD Controller Front Panel Slot 1 Not used Slot 2 Dual Hdmi inputVHD Controller Rear Panel InputsPower Input 100 to 240 VAC RS-232 Control PortVHD Controller Remote Control VHD Controller Remote ControlENT Enter On / OFFCursor Buttons Cust Memory Preset Buttons ISF NT NightTHX VP-6500VHD / Cust 2 all other models VideoControls and Functions Remote Control 3InstallationOperation Installation Quick Setup Step Procedure For Details, refer toMounting the PlasmaView Installation ConsiderationsHigh-Altitude Operation VHD on a Wall or TableVentilation Ventilation Requirements for Enclosure Mounting VP-103VHD Other Considerations Connections to the PlasmaView VHD and VHD Controller PlasmaView VHD Rear PanelSerial Hdmi Connections See Figure Connecting SourceController Hdmi Source HD-DVD/BD/DVD Player or HD Tuner withDigital DTV RGB Connections See Figure Digital DTV RGB ConnectionsAnalog Computer RGB Connections See Figure Personal ComputerComposite/S-Video/Component Video Connections See Figure DVD Player, VCR Satellite Receiver Laser Disc etcOutputs to External ConnectionEquipment Connecting an External IR Receiver to the VHD Controller 12. External IR Receiver Connection13. AC Power Connection 14. Cable Management Installation Turning on the Power 4OperationOperation Using the VHD Controller Menus Input Source Aspect RatioInput Source Memory PresetsService Aspect RatioInput Source Main MenuAspect Ratio Hdtv programs in their native Description169 Aspect ratioPerform the adjustments in the order listed here PictureTypical Gray Bar Pattern for Adjusting Contrast Gray Yellow Cyan Green Magenta Red Blue Typical Test Pattern for Adjusting Sharpness Input PositionMemory Presets InformationISF Night CalibrationISF Day Operation Service Be used by ISF-certified technicians onlyDo not change the Type setting in this menu Calibration on HD/RGB 1 and HD/RGB 2 Color Space Select Auto, RGB or YUVOperation Operation Cleaning the Screen 5Maintenance and TroubleshootingCleaning Cleaning the VentsTroubleshooting Tips Symptom Possible Causes SolutionTo Input Position on Maintenance and Troubleshooting Serial Command Syntax 6Serial CommunicationsCommand Value Description Min/max Stored?Brightness Command Parameter Value Description Min/max Stored? Miscellaneous Commands available on all inputs Hdinputres YESValue Stored? Description Enter key7Specifications Power Requirements Limited WarrantySpecifications are subject to change without notice WeightPlasmaView VHD Dimensions 30.9 59.7 61.9 PlasmaView VHD Model VP-103VHD Dimensions with Floor Stand Refresh Horizontal Pixel Frequency Supported? √ = Yes, = No ResolutionSupported Timings MHz50.00 15.625 15.734/15.750Specifications Page 020-0781-01 Rev. a March
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