Vidikron VP-4200, VP-6000 manual 5Maintenance and Troubleshooting, Cleaning, Troubleshooting Tips

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5Maintenance and Troubleshooting

Regular cleaning will extend the life and performance of the PlasmaView. Before cleaning, be

5.1

sure to unplug the power cord from the power outlet.

Cleaning

Do not under any circumstances use solvents such as benzene or thinner to clean the

Cleaning the Display Panel

PlasmaView. Doing so may cause deterioration or peeling of paint from the display or remote

Body and Remote Control

control unit.

 

Wipe the display and remote control gently with a soft cloth. In the case of excessive dirt

 

buildup, dampen a soft cloth with a diluted neutral cleaning detergent and after wringing

 

the cloth thoroughly, wipe the component and then dry it with a dry soft cloth.

 

After dusting, wipe the screen gently using the supplied cleaning cloth or another soft cloth

Cleaning the Screen

(cotton, flannel etc.). Do not use tissue or a rough cloth. The screen surface is easily scratched;

 

do not rub it or hit it with a hard object.

 

If you clean the surface of the screen with a wet cloth, water droplets on the surface may

 

enter into the product and cause a malfunction.

 

As a general rule, use a vacuum cleaner about once a month to clean the vents on the rear

Cleaning the Vents

panel of the display of dust buildup (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.

 

Table 5-1provides some general guidelines for troubleshooting problems you may encounter with the PlasmaView. If the suggested solutions fail to resolve the problem or if you encounter an issue not described here, please contact your Vidikron dealer or Vidikron Technical Support.

5.2

Troubleshooting Tips

Table 5-1. Troubleshooting Chart

Symptom

 

Possible Cause(s)

Solution

 

 

 

 

The display does not turn on

The PlasmaView is not

• Ensure that the PlasmaView

after initial installation.

 

plugged in or the AC outlet

is plugged in and that the

 

 

is not active.

AC outlet is active.

 

The remote control

• Replace the batteries.

 

 

batteries have run out.

 

 

 

 

 

The display is on, but there is

Incorrect source selection.

• Select the correct source.

no picture or sound.

Source component is not

• Turn on the source

 

 

turned on.

component.

 

Source component is

• Check video connections to

 

 

connected incorrectly or

source component.

 

 

not at all.

 

 

 

 

 

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Contents High Definition Plasma Displays Page Three Year Limited Warranty RIGHTS, Limits and Exclusions Vidikron DOC Compliance Notice Safety Precautions1Table of Contents Specifications Maintenance and TroubleshootingOperation Serial Communications1List of Figures Audio Output Connection Connecting SpeakersList of Figures About This Manual 1IntroductionInformation about obtaining service Using This ManualThey also provide supplemental information Performance or cause a malfunctionKey Features and Benefits Description, Features and BenefitsIntroduction 2Controls and Functions Controls and IndicatorsPlasmaView at a Glance INPUT/UP Handles at the rear of the panelLeft / VOL and Right / VOL + PlasmaView Model VP-4200 Connector Panel PlasmaView Model VP-5000 Connector Panel Audio Input 1 3.5-mm stereo mini jack Audio Output 3.5-mm stereo mini jackAudio Input 2 3.5-mm stereo mini jack Analog RGB OUT Input 1 15-pin D-SubPlasmaView Remote Control PlasmaView Remote ControlVolume + Installer Adjust pin holeDirectional Buttons OFF pin holeControls and Functions Remote Control 3InstallationOperation Approx 23 ft 7mInstallation Step Procedure For Details, refer to Quick SetupDisplay properties ThroughHigh-Altitude Operation Installation ConsiderationsVentilation Requirements for Enclosure Mounting VentilationInstallation RGB/Component Video Input 1 Connection Connections to the PlasmaViewAnalog RGB OUT Input 1 Connection Composite or S-Video Input 3 Connection Component Video Input 4 Connection Attaching the Small Ferrite Cores to Audio Cables 11. Audio Output Connection 13. RS-232 Control System Connection ConnectionInstallation 4Operation Turning on the PowerChanging the OSD Language Setting the Computer Display Properties Selecting an Input Source Viewing Input Signal InformationChanging the Aspect Ratio Description PIX by PIX Using the On-Screen Menus Screen PictureSet-Up OptionMain Menu Picture Perform the adjustments in the order listed hereTypical Gray Bar Pattern for Adjusting Contrast Gray Yellow Cyan Green Magenta Red Blue Typical Test Pattern for Adjusting Sharpness To highlight Image Position ScreenPower Turning the picture PowerIndicator Set-UpDVI Setup Option Language Refer to Changing the OSD Language onType 3 causes the image to move one pixel at a time PlasmaView, Auto Function becomes active again Option Installer Adjust ModeFAN Speed Auto ISF CCC color mode is pre-set to approximately 3,200K This action is not undoable. Proceed with caution Picture OrientationTo use PIP, press the Split button Using Picture-In-Picture PIPWindows Sub-screen or vice versa. This switches the audioPress the Swap button to replace the main screen with Viewing an Enlarged Area of the Display Enlarging One Part of the ScreenOperation Cleaning 5Maintenance and TroubleshootingTroubleshooting Tips Cleaning the ScreenThermal Alert OUT of Range Signal NGShut Down FAN Failure6Serial Communications Serial Command SyntaxArgument 3 bytes Minimum Command Value Range DescriptionVideo Minimum MaximumAudio MSTS02MSTS09 MSTS08MSTS10 Functional Lock SET-UP Menu CommandsVideo Average Option Menu CommandsPicture Menu Commands Installer Adjust Mode SET-UP Menu Commands Installer Adjust Mode Screen Menu Commands Installer Adjust ModeOption Menu Commands Installer Adjust Mode Contrast MonotoneInput 1... Input DW1 Minimum Maximum Adjustment Commands7Specifications End user except for plasma glass panel Specifications are subject to change without noticeDelivery to the end user PlasmaView Dimensions 25.00 14.00 48.41 49.98 13.98 Specifications Input Refresh Rate Computer/Video Signal CompatibilityHoriz 1152x870 Specifications Page RUMA-009815 Rev -07-07

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