Page 2 - Important Information; Warnings and Safety Precaution; RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK; WARNING; CAUTION
2 Important Information Warnings and Safety Precaution The NEC PlasmaSync 42/50PD1 is designed andmanufactured to provide long, trouble-free service. Nomaintenance other than cleaning is required. Use asoft dr y cloth to clean the panel. Never use solventssuch as alcohol or thinner to clean the pane...
Page 3 - To avoid damage and prolong operating life:
3 To avoid damage and prolong operating life: 1. Use only with 120V 50/60Hz AC power supply. Con- tinued operation at line voltages greater than 120 VoltsAC will shorten the life of the unit, and might evencause a fire hazard. 2. Handle the unit carefully when installing it and do not drop. 3. Locat...
Page 4 - Précautions; RISQUE D’ELECTROCUTION; AVERTISSEMENT; DOC avis de conformation
4 Mises en garde et précautions desécurité Le moniteur multimédia NEC PlasmaSync 42/50PD1a été conçu et fabriqué pour une utilisation fiable etdurable. Il ne nécessite aucun entretien en dehors dunettoyage. Utiliser un chiffon doux et sec pour nettoyerla surface de l'écran. Ne jamais utiliser de sol...
Page 6 - All products returned to NECTECH for service; Limited Warranty; Plasma Monitors
6 NEC Technologies, Inc. (hereinafter NECTECH) warrantsthis product to be free from defects in material and work-manship under the following terms and, subject to the con-ditions set forth below, agr ees to repair or replace (atNECTECH's sole option) any part of the enclosed unitwhich proves defecti...
Page 7 - Contents; Making the DIP Switch Settings
7 Contents How to Attacch Options to the Plasma Monitor ............................................................................................. 8Introduction Introduction to the PlasmaSync 42/50PD1 ...................................................................................... 9The feat...
Page 8 - How to Attach Options to the Plasma Monitor; * Installation of only the main unit is not possible. Be sure
8 How to Attach Options to the Plasma Monitor Drawing A Drawing B 45 mm (1.77") 50 mm (1.97") 50 mm (1.97") 31 mm (1.22") 31 mm (1.22") Wall Ventilation Requirements forenclosure mounting To allow heat to disperse , leave space betweensurrounding objects as shown on the diagram b...
Page 9 - Introduction; Contents of the Package
9 Introduction Contents of the Package The following lists all of the items included in yourMultiSync multimedia monitor package. Please save theo r i g i n a l b o x a n d p a c k i n g m a t e r i a l s f o r f u t u r etransportation or shipment of this monitor.1. PlasmaSync 42/50PD12. Power cord...
Page 10 - Setup Procedure
10 1. Determine the installation location * To ensure safe use, see “Before Use” and “Observe the Following,” then install properly. 2. Connect the equipment Set the termination switch (75 Ω /high impedance). Set the DIP switches to suit the application and system structure. (See Page 17.) (Loop-out...
Page 11 - Slide the knob and at the same time lift the cover.
11 O p e n i n g t h e T e r m i n a l B o a r dCover Slide the knob and at the same time lift the cover. Knob R e m o v i n g t h e T e r m i n a l B o a r dCover This unit’s terminal board cover can be removed.First, open the cover and then:1. Pull the top hook in the direction of the arrow.2. Pul...
Page 12 - Part Names and Functions; Front View
12 Part Names and Functions Front View 1 POWER/STANDBYThe lamp color indicates the mode of power on/standbyor power management. 2 Remote control sensorReceives the signal from the remote control (when usingthe wireless remote control). 3 VIDEO buttonSwitches to the signal connected with the VIDEO in...
Page 13 - This connector does not support analog input.; /HIGH switch: This switch selects the impedance; of the connector. It is usually used in the “75
13 Side View.... Terminal Board L/R 10 11 12 13 A C-IN OUT IN RGB1 HIGH 75 Ω RGB2 VIDEO G B H/CS V R S-VIDEO 10 DIP SWSets the various modes of this unit. 11 RGB3 (DVI 29pin)IN connector: Inputs a digital RGB signal. (TMDS) Note: This connector does not support analog input. 12 REMOTE (Mini jack)IN ...
Page 14 - Enable item selection and adjustments/settings.; Remote Controller
14 POWER ON POWER OFF RGB 1 RGB 2 POSITION / CONTR OL RGB 3 EXIT PROCEED VIDEO CONTRAST RGB/VIDEO BRIGHT COLOR VIDEO TINT SHARPNESS VISUAL NORMAL RASTER NORMAL ID SELECT CLEAR 1 1 POWER ON/OFF button: Switches the power on/off.(This does not operate when POWER/STANDBY lampof the main unit is off.) 2...
Page 15 - indications inside the case.; Battery Installation and Replacement; Deletes the ID number that was set with ID SELECT.; 6 Remote control transmitter:
15 1. Press and open the cover. 2. Align the batteries according to the (+) and (-) indications inside the case. 3. Replace the cover. Battery Installation and Replacement The remote control is powered by two 1.5V AAA batteries. 11 SHARPNESS:Adjusts the fine screen quality of the video screen. 12 VI...
Page 17 - miniature screwdriver or the tip of a ballpoint pen.; DIP Switch Functions and Settings; that use of the wired remote control is not related to this setting.
17 Setting details On-off switching of on-screen display (OSM) On-off switching of wireless remote control Setting when shipped On On Switch position ON ON OFF OFF Sync control mode Automatic selection PIn No. 1 2 3 4 Automatic Manual 1 (Composite) Manual 2 (Sync-on-green) No.4 OFF ON OFF Sync contr...
Page 18 - This is not the standby condition set by the remote control.; STANDBY/POWER lamp display
18 Power Management Function The power management function is an energy saving function that automatically reduces the power consumption of thedisplay when the keyboard or the mouse have not been used for a fixed period. The power management function of thedisplay becomes operational when the monito...
Page 19 - Installation; Wiring Diagram; Scan Converter
19 Installation Wiring Diagram A C-IN OUT IN RGB1 HIGH 75 Ω RGB2 VIDEO G B H/CS V R S-VIDEO EXTERNALCONTROL PlasmaSync 42/50PD1 IBM XGA/SuperVGA/VGA orCompatibles or Macintosh G3 series Macintosh orCompatibles Document camera VCR, Video copystand or Multimedia application RGBcable (Supplied)To mini ...
Page 20 - Input TMDS signals conforming to DVI standards.
20 Connecting Your PC or MacintoshComputer Connecting your PC or Macintosh computer to yourPlasmaSync 42/50PD1 will enable you to display yourcomputer's screen image. All of these following displaystandards are supported: To connect to a PC, Macintosh or computer equipped withan XGA/SuperVGA/VGA ada...
Page 21 - Daisy-chaining Your monitors; The connection of more than three PlasmaSync
21 Daisy-chaining Your monitors The REMOTE IN/OUT terminals allow you to controlmultiple monitors using one remote control. Note: The connection of more than three PlasmaSync 42/50PD1 or more with THROUGH OUT (VIDEO)terminals may degrade image quality. To do so:When using the VIDEO inputs: THROUGH O...
Page 22 - The set is set to the standby mode when the; Select The Computer Or Video Source; Select the over scan mode for VIDEO; Adjust The Raster or The Picture Control.; Operation; Adjustment of the Display; * The fan may stop during power management operation.
22 Power The main unit enters the standby mode when the AC cableis plugged in.This section describes how to select a computer or videosource and how to adjust the picture. General Controls Before you turn on your PlasmaSync 42/50PD1 ensurethat the computer or video source is turned on.1)To adjust:1....
Page 23 - * Use the RASTER NORMAL button. A pr ess of the; PROCEED; ABOUT TO PRESET; MOVE DOWN; Press the RASTER NORMAL button; The verification sub menu is displayed.
23 POSITION / CONTROL Adjustment of the Display (Direct) Press the buttons of the remote control to make dir ectadjustments and settings. A press of the desired button willshow the adjustment display. The adjustment condition isstored in memory even after the power is switched off. Preparation: Sele...
Page 24 - Adjustment of the Image; Items adjusted with the VIDEO and RGB signals; Tint adjustment; A press of the PROCEED button will reset the; * Use the VISUAL NORMAL button. A press of the; CONTRAST; BRIGHTNESS; COLOR; TINT
24 Adjustment of the Image Press the button to show the adjustment display. The displaywill go off about 3 seconds after your fing er is releasedfrom the button. Items adjusted with the VIDEO and RGB signals Contrast adjustment (CONTRAST) CONTRAST Brightness adjustment (BRIGHTNESS) BRIGHT Color dens...
Page 25 - List of Setting Details
25 Adjustment of the Display (Menu Control) Use of the on-screen display (OSM) function allows the setting of various fine adjustments to be made. The adjustmentdetails will be stored even when the power is switched off.The on-screen display (OSM) function puts an adjustment display onto the screen ...
Page 27 - Operation of the On-screen Display
27 BRIGHTNESSCONTRASTSHARPNESSCOLORTINTGAMMA:2 Before Making Adjustments... Adjust using the remote control buttons. PROCEED buttonPress to display the main menu.Press in the main menu to display the sub menu. EXIT buttonPress in the main menu to turn off the display and exit.Press during the displa...
Page 28 - Press the VISUAL NORMAL button or RASTER; To cancel the reset, press the EXIT button.; ABOUT TO RESET
28 To Reset the Adjustment Value (tothe Factory Default Setting) Duringthe Setting 1. Press the VISUAL NORMAL button or RASTER NORMAL button.The verification sub menu is displayed. VISUAL NORMAL PROCEED Automatic StorageA f t e r t h e a d j u s t m e n t , t h e s e t t i n g va l u e s a re s t o ...
Page 29 - Adjustment of the Image (Visual Controls); Align the cursor with the desired item; buttons; EXIT
29 Adjustment of the Image (Visual Controls) These controls adjust the brightness, contrast, color, tint,and sharpness. 1. Align the cursor with icon (1). Visual control screen Icon (1) The cursor is moved left and right with the POSITIONCONTROL § / © buttons. 2. Align the cursor with the desired it...
Page 30 - Adjustment of Screen Position (Horizontal)
30 * To reset the adjustment value, press the RASTER NORMAL button before pressing the EXIT button. * To delete the main menu, press the EXIT button once more. * H-POSITION 1,2 and V-POSITION 1,2 are notavailable at the time of RGB input when AUTO PIC-TURE is turned on.To adjust H-POSITION 1,2 and V...
Page 31 - Adjustment of Screen Position (Ver tical)
31 * To reset the adjustment value, press the RASTER NORMAL button before pressing the EXIT button. * To delete the main menu, press the EXIT button once more. * H-POSITION 1,2 and V-POSITION 1,2 are notavailable at the time of RGB input when AUTO PIC-TURE is turned on.To adjust H-POSITION 1,2 and V...
Page 32 - Align the cursor with COLOR TEMP and set with; COLOR TEMP
32 * To reset the adjustment value, press the VISUAL NORMAL button before pressing the EXIT button. * To delete the main menu, press the EXIT button once more. Color Temperature (COLOR TEMP) This adjusts the color temperature. 1. Align the cursor with icon (4) Color temperature adjustment screen Ico...
Page 33 - Adjustment of the White Balance
33 * To reset the adjustment value, press the VISUAL NORMAL button before pressing the EXIT button. * To delete the main menu, press the EXIT button once more. Adjustment of the White Balance This adjusts the white balance of bright images (Gain) anddark images (Bias). 1. Align the cursor with icon ...
Page 34 - * The change will be stored when the menu is deleted.; Adjustment of the On-screen Display Position; Align the cursor with the desired item from the sub
34 OSM adjustment screen * The change will be stored when the menu is deleted. To reset the adjustment value, press the RASTERNORMAL button before pressing the EXIT button. * To adjust another item, press the EXIT button. Adjustment of the On-screen Display Position 1. Align the cursor with icon (5)...
Page 35 - Return to the main menu; * The factory default setting is 30 seconds.
35 Setting the On-screen Display OFF Time While using the on-screen display (OSM), the OFF timesetting functions to automa tically turn off the on-screendisplay when there is no input. 1. Align the cursor with icon (5) 2. Align the cursor with OSM DISPLAY TIME of the sub menu and select the desired ...
Page 37 - Normal Screen; PROCEED TO RESET; Neither the clock frequency adjustment nor
37 Normal Screen Returns the user side image data of the mode currentlybeing input to the standard condition. 1. Align the cursor with icon (7) 2. Align the cursor with the desired item and press the PROCEED button. The cursor is moved left and right with the POSITIONCONTROL § / © buttons. Icon (7) ...
Page 38 - * To delete the main menu, press the EXIT button once; Next Page Screen; Previous Page Screen
38 EXIT 3. Return to the main menu * To delete the main menu, press the EXIT button once more. Next Page Screen 1. Moving the cur sor to the next page icon (8) at the right edge of the screen will move the display to thesecond page. The cursor is moved left and right with the POSITIONCONTROL § / © b...
Page 39 - * When RGB input is selected; * The vertical frequency that is displayed in the display
39 Information Screen This permits a check on-screen of the resolution and dataof the signal that is currently being input. 1. Align the cursor with icon (10) on the second page of the main menu and display the display mode. * When video input is selected SOURCE: VIDEOMODE: NTSC, PAL, SECAM Note: NT...
Page 40 - Align the cursor with SET and press PROCEED; * When the timer has been set, the LED will flash orange; Timer Screen; This sets the date and time.; buttons to move to each of the year,; Setting range of date and time settings
40 3. Align the cursor with SET and press PROCEED * When the timer has been set, the LED will flash orange every 3 seconds during remote control standby. Timer Screen This sets the date and time. 1. Align the cursor with icon (11) of the second page. Icon (11) The cursor is moved left and right with...
Page 41 - * The cursor is moved up and down with the POSITION; buttons to align the cur sor with the; The sub menu is displayed.; Select the DATE input method from among DIRECT,; CONTROL
41 Auto Timer Screen This is used for setting the time mode for switching thepower ON/OFF. 1. Align the cursor with icon (11) of the second page. The cursor is moved left and right with the POSITIONCONTROL § / © buttons. Icon (11) 2. Align the cursor with TIMER and switch it ON with the § / © button...
Page 42 - Align the cursor with the MODE and set with the; Return to the main menu; Align the cursor with the ON/OFF time and set with; • In the INV selection, the input mode starts up in
42 9. Align the cursor with the MODE and set with the § / © button. POSITION / CONTROL DOWN Cursor movement UP Cursor movement * The left and right buttons change the following input modes: VIDEO, RGB1 through RGB3, INV 10. Return to the main menu * To delete the main menu, press the EXIT button onc...
Page 43 - Preset Table of factory setting values on Page 49.
43 Multiple Screens Select the screen mode from among 1, 2, or 4 screens.(Normally 1 is selected.)VIDEO WALL can be achieved from two or four screenswith the sole use of the main unit.For information about compatible signals, see the Signal Preset Table of factory setting values on Page 49. 1. Align...
Page 44 - buttons and set; ALL RESET; When a moving picture is displayed in still
44 Other Setting Screens (1) This allows the following settings: WIDE MODE, COLORSYSTEM, RGB MODE, POWER ON MODE, POWERMANAGER, EXTERNAL CONTROL, HDTV SELECT,and ALL RESET. 1. Align the cursor with icon (13) of the second page. The cursor is moved left and right with the POSITIONCONTROL § / © button...
Page 45 - Selecting ALL RESET and pressing the; Notice - About RGB3 ADJ
45 Other Setting Screens (2) This allows the following settings: LONG LIFE MODE 1/2, GRAY LEVEL, SET ID NO, and ALL RESET. 1. Align the cursor with icon (14) of the second page. Icon (14) The cursor is moved left and right with the POSITIONCONTROL § / © buttons. 2. Align the cursor with the desired ...
Page 46 - Return to the main menu; When both ID numbers have been set, the; ID SELECT MENU; Press the ID SELECT button of the remote control
46 Set Selection Screen for Allotting ID Numbers toMultiple Screens/Each Set This sets the VIDEO WALL NO. and SET ID NO. ID Selection Screen 2. Align the cursor with the desired item ID SELECT POSITION / CONTROL Move up Move down ID Selection Screen 4. Return to the main menu The display will go off...
Page 47 - Troubleshooting; Symptom
47 • Is a connected component set directly in front or at the side of the display? • Is the monitor’s power cord plug ged into a power outlet? • Are all the monitor’s indicators off? • Has an ID number been set for the main unit? • Are the remote controller’s batteries worn out? • Is the remote cont...
Page 48 - Specifications
48 Specifications Plasma Screen 42 inch Visual size (Diagonal), AC Drive typeAspect ratio : 16:9Optical filter coatingDisplay color : 16,770,000 colors 256 levels RGB Input Terminals RGB 1 : mini D-SUB 15pin RGB 2 : BNC (R,G,B, H/CS and V) RGB 3 : Digital RGB (DVI 24+5pin: Not compatible with analog...
Page 50 - Appendix; Signal Identification For Raster Preset
50 Appendix Signal Identification For Raster Preset VIDEO NTSC*1 VIDEO PAL*1 VIDEO SECAM*1 640 X 240 (15.734kHz/59.94Hz) 768 X 288 (15.557kHz/50.39Hz) 640 X 400 (31.469kHz/70.086Hz) 640 X 480 (31.469kHz/59.94Hz) 640 X 480 (35kHz/66.667Hz) 640 X 480 (37.861kHz/72.809Hz) 640 X 480 (37.5kHz/75Hz) 640 X...
Page 52 - EXTERNAL CONTROL; Application; Connections should be made as described below.
52 1 2 3 4 5 11 12 13 14 15 6 7 8 9 10 EXTERNAL CONTROL Pin No. 1 to 3 4 5 and 14 6 to 8 9 and 10 11121315 Function Not usedPower ON/OFF Open ON Established OFF Input switchingThe input mode is switched by the combination of pin num-bers 5 and 14. Not usedGroundTXD (RS-232C)RTSRXD (RS-232C)CTS Input...
Page 53 - Command 1; Communication Parameters; Asynchronous; Unit ID 1 and Unit ID 2; ) Unit ID1: Sets a number corresponding to the various; Communication Format; Command 2; ) Checks for receive data incorporate both the following; Communications Flow; Check Sum Example
53 8bit 8bit 8bit 8bit 8bit 8bit 8bit 8bit Command 1 UNIT ID 1 UNIT ID 2 Command 2 Data length Data Check Sum Command 1 Together with Command 2, this is a number that distin-guishes the various commands.For ACK, when bit 2 and bit 3 are both “1”, reception of asupported command or data is indicated....
Page 63 - Cabinet dimensions
63 Cabinet dimensions PlasmaSync 42PD1 39.3''(998) 23.4''(595) 17''(432) 1.4''(35.8) 1.4''(35.8) 19.85''(504.08) 4.5'' (114) 4.4'' (112) Unit : inch(mm) PlasmaSync 50PD1 47.8''(1214) 28.6''(727) 20.8''(528) 1.4''(35.8) 1.4''(35.8) 25.06''(636.45) 5.1'' (129) 5.0'' (127)
