Introduction
Vidikron PlasmaView VHD Installation/Operation Manual 3
PRELIMINARY
1.3 Description, Features and BenefitsThe PlasmaView VHD High-Definition Plasma Display establishes a higher threshold for flat
panel display products. The PlasmaView VHD is available in three sizes, including our largest
and highest-resolution plasma ever, at 103 inches diagonal and 1920 x 1080 (1080p) native
resolution.
The PlasmaView VHD takes picture quality to a whole new level, boasting our brightest
picture, best contrast ratio, deepest black levels and most spot-on high definition
colorimetry ever! In addition, sophisticated 16-bit digital video processing, a new milestone,
results in 4096 steps of graduation for seamless images, completely devoid of the primitive
“solarization” and “stair stepping” characteristics previously plaguing digital flat panel
displays.
Discrete, multiple aspect ratio control includes IntelliWide™ for viewing 4:3 content in
widescreen without appreciable picture degradation, as well as ISF(ccc) calibration modes to
easily maintain ISF standards. The automation interface includes RS-232 control with discrete
aspect ratio, input and power on/off selection.
The included VHD Digital Video Controller/Processor provides a pure digital signal path from
input to output as well as a broad array of video input choices, all available from its position
in the equipment rack, with only digital video and control cables running to the display itself.
The PlasmaView VHD not only represents a leap forward in high definition flat-panel
technology, but our engineering advances in plasma design ensure that it will enjoy a long
life in any installation, with operation extending to as much as 60,000 hours. At less than
5-3/4 inches thin, the PlasmaView VHD provides unlimited installation flexibility as well.
For high-altitude installations, Vidikron also offers the VP-5000VHDa and VP-6500VHDa with
industry-leading high-altitude compliance to over 9,000 feet mean sea level (MSL). The
VP-5000VHDa and VP-6500VHDa share all other features and specifications with the
VP-5000VHD and VP-6500VHD.
Key Features and BenefitsThe PlasmaView VHD offers these key features and benefits:
• 16:9 Native Resolution: 1920 x 1080
• Multiple Aspect Ratios with IntelliWide™ Mode
• Includes the new VHD video controller/processor
• Less than 5-3/4 inches thin
• Models VP-5000VHDa and VP-6500VHDa are high-altitude compliant to over 9,000 feet
• Exceptional detail and artifact-free video enhancement
• Imagix™ video processing with 3:2 film detection circuitry