Page 3 - PRE; THREE YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY; For Plasma Displays; WHAT IS COVERED UNDER THE TERMS OF THIS LIMITED WARRANTY:
Runco PL-43DHD and PL-50DHD Owner’s Operating Manual iii PRE L IMINAR Y THREE YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY For Plasma Displays Congratulations on your purchase of a Runco video product and welcome to the Runco family! We believe Runco produces “The World’s Finest Home Theater Products.” With proper install...
Page 4 - EFFECTIVE WARRANTY DATE:
iv Runco PL-43DHD and PL-50DHD Owner’s Operating Manual PRE L IMINAR Y CAUTION: THIS LIMITED WARRANTY ONLY COVERS RUNCO PRODUCTS PURCHASED FROM RUNCO AUTHORIZED DEALERS. ALL OTHER PRODUCTS ARE SPECIFICALLY EXCLUDED FROM COVERAGE UNDER THIS LIMITED WARRANTY. MOREOVER, DAMAGE RESULTING DIRECTLY OR IND...
Page 5 - Runco PL-43DHD and PL-50DHD Owner’s Operating Manual; Attn: Customer Service Department; RUNCO VIDEO-PRODUCT INFORMATION; ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
Runco PL-43DHD and PL-50DHD Owner’s Operating Manual v PRE L IMINAR Y To locate the name and address of the nearest Runco Authorized Service Center, or for additional information about this Limited Warranty, please call or write: RUNCO INTERNATIONAL, INC. Attn: Customer Service Department 2900 Faber...
Page 6 - CAUTION; • Do not place heavy objects on top of the plasma display.; Safety Precautions; WARNING
vi Runco PL-43DHD and PL-50DHD Owner’s Operating Manual PRE L IMINAR Y Thank you for your purchase of this quality Runco product! It has been designed to provide you with the quality of video that is expected in a home theater. This manual is your guide through the menus and operation. For the best ...
Page 7 - Table of Contents
Runco PL-43DHD and PL-50DHD Owner’s Operating Manual vii 1 Table of Contents PRE L IMINAR Y THREE YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY ............................................................................. iii Safety Precautions ..................................................................................
Page 9 - List of Figures
Runco PL-43DHD and PL-50DHD Owner’s Operating Manual ix 1 List of Figures PRE L IMINAR Y 2-1. PlasmaWall Front-Panel Controls and Indicators........................................................... 5 2-2. PlasmaWall Connectors ..........................................................................
Page 11 - Target Audience; EXIT; to return to the previous menu.”; Note
Runco PL-43DHD and PL-50DHD Owner’s Operating Manual 1 PRE L IMINAR Y 1.1 About This Manual This Owner’s Manual describes how to install, set up and operate the Runco PlasmaWall Flat-Panel Plasma Display Monitor and DHD Controller (Models PL-43DHD and PL-50DHD). It describes the features and functio...
Page 12 - Graphic Conventions:; These symbols appear in numerous places throughout the; Tip
Introduction 2 Runco PL-43DHD and PL-50DHD Owner’s Operating Manual PRE L IMINAR Y Graphic Conventions: These symbols appear in numerous places throughout the manual, to emphasize points that you must keep in mind to avoid problems with your equipment or injury: 1.2 Using This Manual Use the followi...
Page 13 - Key Features and Benefits
Introduction Runco PL-43DHD and PL-50DHD Owner’s Operating Manual 3 PRE L IMINAR Y 1.3 Description, Features and Benefits The PlasmaWall PL-43DHD and PL-50DHD flat-panel plasma monitors bring outstanding picture quality to their respective size categories with true, high-definition native resolution...
Page 14 - Parts List; Optional Accessories:
Introduction 4 Runco PL-43DHD and PL-50DHD Owner’s Operating Manual PRE L IMINAR Y Parts List Your PlasmaWall is shipped with the following items. If any items are missing or damaged, please contact your Runco dealer or Runco Customer Service at (800) 23-RUNCO. • PlasmaWall Flat-Panel Plasma Display...
Page 15 - Controls and Indicators; POWER INDICATOR; Controls and Functions
Runco PL-43DHD and PL-50DHD Owner’s Operating Manual 5 PRE L IMINAR Y 2.1 PlasmaWall at a Glance Figure 2-1 shows the locations of the PlasmaWall front-panel controls and indicators. Controls and Indicators Figure 2-1. PlasmaWall Front-Panel Controls and Indicators 1. POWER INDICATOR - Lights green ...
Page 16 - Connectors
Controls and Functions 6 Runco PL-43DHD and PL-50DHD Owner’s Operating Manual PRE L IMINAR Y Connectors Figure 2-2 shows the locations of the PlasmaWall connectors and main power switch. Figure 2-2. PlasmaWall Connectors ➤ L AC IN SPEAKER + - COMBINATION IN OUT RS-232C ANALOG RGB IN D-Sub INPUT1 ANA...
Page 17 - Connect the RS-232 OUT port on the DHD Controller to this input.; Connect the DVI output from the DHD; Not used with this model.; MAIN POWER SWITCH; Connects or disconnects the PlasmaWall from the AC power source.
Controls and Functions Runco PL-43DHD and PL-50DHD Owner’s Operating Manual 7 PRE L IMINAR Y 1. EXTERNAL SPEAKER OUTPUT (RIGHT) Not used. Connect speakers to an external audio amplifier/receiver. 2. COMBINATION IN/OUT Used to control multiple PlasmaWall monitors collectively. Use a 6-pin, mini-DIN c...
Page 18 - RUNCO ICON; Receives IR commands from the remote.; VACUUM FLUORESCENT DISPLAY
Controls and Functions 8 Runco PL-43DHD and PL-50DHD Owner’s Operating Manual PRE L IMINAR Y 2.2 DHD Controller Front Panel Figure 2-3 shows the controls and indicators on the DHD Controller front panel; the paragraphs that follow describe them. Figure 2-3. DHD Controller Front Panel 1. RUNCO ICON L...
Page 20 - Figure 2-4 shows the rear connector panel on the DHD Controller.; ANALOG RGB IN; input of the PlasmaWall, using a; DVI OUT; Connect this to the; Inputs; For best results, do not run your DVD player in progressive mode.
Controls and Functions 10 Runco PL-43DHD and PL-50DHD Owner’s Operating Manual PRE L IMINAR Y 2.3 DHD Controller Rear Panel Figure 2-4 shows the rear connector panel on the DHD Controller. Figure 2-4. DHD Controller Rear Panel Outputs 1. ANALOG OUTPUTS (RGBHV) Connect these to the ANALOG RGB IN inpu...
Page 21 - COMPOSITE VIDEO INPUT; Connect the DHD Controller to power here.; MAIN AC FUSE; Disconnects or applies power to the DHD Controller.
Controls and Functions Runco PL-43DHD and PL-50DHD Owner’s Operating Manual 11 PRE L IMINAR Y 6. COMPOSITE VIDEO INPUT Standard composite video input for connecting a VCR, camcorder, laser disc player or other composite video source. 7. S-VIDEO 1 / S-VIDEO 2 Two, standard S-Video inputs for connecti...
Page 22 - Figure 2-5. DHD Controller Remote Control
Controls and Functions 12 Runco PL-43DHD and PL-50DHD Owner’s Operating Manual PRE L IMINAR Y 2.4 DHD Controller Remote Control Figure 2-5 shows the DHD Controller remote control, and the paragraphs that follow describe its functionality. Figure 2-5. DHD Controller Remote Control 12 1 2 3 6 8 9 11 1...
Page 24 - Aspect Ratio Selection Buttons; For viewing 16:9 DVDs or HDTV programs in their native aspect ratio.; CINEMA; Press to select a Digital Video input. Press; Memory Preset Buttons:
Controls and Functions 14 Runco PL-43DHD and PL-50DHD Owner’s Operating Manual PRE L IMINAR Y 9. Aspect Ratio Selection Buttons Use the red buttons to select an aspect ratio directly or to enter numeric characters, as follows: ANA (Anamorphic) (3) For viewing 16:9 DVDs or HDTV programs in their nati...
Page 25 - To install batteries in the remote control:; Available Range of the Remote Control
Runco PL-43DHD and PL-50DHD Owner’s Operating Manual 15 PRE L IMINAR Y 3.1 Remote Control To install batteries in the remote control: 1. Press down the tab on the cover and pull the cover in the direction of the arrow. 2. Insert the included batteries. Ensure that the polarities correctly match the ...
Page 26 - plasma display away from the fluorescent lamp.
Installation 16 Runco PL-43DHD and PL-50DHD Owner’s Operating Manual PRE L IMINAR Y • Do not drop the remote control or expose it to moisture or high temperature. • The remote control may malfunction under a fluorescent lamp. If that occurs, move the plasma display away from the fluorescent lamp. • ...
Page 27 - Step; Mount the PlasmaWall on a wall or table stand
Installation Runco PL-43DHD and PL-50DHD Owner’s Operating Manual 17 PRE L IMINAR Y 3.2 Quick Setup Table 3-1 gives a quick overview of the PlasmaWall installation process. The sections following this one provide detailed instructions. Installation should be performed by a qualified custom video ins...
Page 28 - High-Altitude Operation
Installation 18 Runco PL-43DHD and PL-50DHD Owner’s Operating Manual PRE L IMINAR Y 3.3 Installation Considerations Proper installation of your PlasmaWall will ensure the highest possible picture quality. Whether you are installing the PlasmaWall temporarily or permanently, you should take the follo...
Page 29 - • As it lies flat with the screen face; Figure 3-2. Ventilation Requirements for Enclosure Mounting
Installation Runco PL-43DHD and PL-50DHD Owner’s Operating Manual 19 PRE L IMINAR Y • As it lies flat with the screen face down. Place the protective sheet, which was wrapped around the plasma monitor when it was packaged, between the screen and your work surface to avoid scratching or otherwise dam...
Page 30 - Other Considerations
Installation 20 Runco PL-43DHD and PL-50DHD Owner’s Operating Manual PRE L IMINAR Y Other Considerations Other considerations and tips that can help improve your installation, avoid damage and prolong operating life: • Keep the ambient temperature constant and below 35°C (95°F). Keep the display awa...
Page 31 - When connecting your equipment:; Figure 3-3. Connecting the PlasmaWall to the DHD Controller
Installation Runco PL-43DHD and PL-50DHD Owner’s Operating Manual 21 PRE L IMINAR Y 3.4 Connections to the PlasmaWall and DHD Controller Proceed as follows to connect the PlasmaWall to the DHD Controller, your video sources, external controller(s) – if present – and AC power. When connecting your eq...
Page 32 - Digital Video Connection:; The PlasmaWall has a DVI input, labeled; Connect the RGBHV output from the DHD Controller to the; input on the PlasmaWall. Use a standard RGBHV breakout cable with
Installation 22 Runco PL-43DHD and PL-50DHD Owner’s Operating Manual PRE L IMINAR Y Digital Video Connection: The PlasmaWall has a DVI input, labeled DIGITAL RGB . Connect the DVI output from the DHD Controller to this input, using a standard DVI cable. RGBHV Connection: Connect the RGBHV output fro...
Page 33 - DVI Source
Installation Runco PL-43DHD and PL-50DHD Owner’s Operating Manual 23 PRE L IMINAR Y Connecting Source Components to the DHD Controller Connect your video sources to the DHD Controller as shown and described in the sections that follow. DVI Connections: See Figure 3-5. Figure 3-5. DVI Source Connecti...
Page 34 - DTV or Progressive; Horiz
Installation 24 Runco PL-43DHD and PL-50DHD Owner’s Operating Manual PRE L IMINAR Y Digital (DTV) RGB Connections: See Figure 3-6. Figure 3-6. Digital (DTV) RGB Connections DVI 1 HD1 HD2 G/Y INPUTS H V R/Pr B/Pb G/Y H V R/Pr B/Pb DVI 2 Component Video Pb Pr Y Video S-Video 2 S-Video 1 1 2 3 TRIGGERS...
Page 35 - Computer/Video Signal Compatibility; Personal Computer
Installation Runco PL-43DHD and PL-50DHD Owner’s Operating Manual 25 PRE L IMINAR Y Analog (Computer) RGB Connections: See Figure 3-7. Figure 3-7. Analog RGB Connections 1. Refer to Computer/Video Signal Compatibility on page 58 for a list of computer signals compatible with the PlasmaWall. Use with...
Page 37 - For more information about using this connection, refer to; Control System; equipment
Installation Runco PL-43DHD and PL-50DHD Owner’s Operating Manual 27 PRE L IMINAR Y RS-232 Controller Connection Use a standard, 9-pin RS-232 cable to connect a PC or home theater control/automation system (if present) to the RS-232 Control port on the DHD Controller; see Figure 3-9. For more inform...
Page 38 - Cable Management; * As viewed from the rear of the display.
Installation 28 Runco PL-43DHD and PL-50DHD Owner’s Operating Manual PRE L IMINAR Y Cable Management To minimize cable clutter, you can use the cable ties provided with the PlasmaWall to bundle the video, control and power cables at the back of the display. Install the cable ties as shown in Figure ...
Page 39 - Plug the female end of the power cord into; ON; button on the remote control to
Runco PL-43DHD and PL-50DHD Owner’s Operating Manual 29 PRE L IMINAR Y 4.1 Turning on the Power 1. Turn on your source components. 2. Plug the female end of the power cord into the AC receptacle on the rear of the PlasmaWall. Connect the other end to your AC power source. 3. Similarly connect the DH...
Page 40 - You must enter a passcode to access the Service menu.
Operation 30 Runco PL-43DHD and PL-50DHD Owner’s Operating Manual PRE L IMINAR Y 4.2 Selecting the Input Source By default, the PlasmaWall is configured to display the signal received on its RGBHV ( ANALOG RGB IN ) input. To use the DVI-D ( DIGITAL RGB ) input instead: 1. Press MENU and enter the Se...
Page 41 - Advanced; button and click the; Monitor; tab on the dialog box. Set the; OK; The native resolution of the PL-43DHD is 1024 x 768 the native
Operation Runco PL-43DHD and PL-50DHD Owner’s Operating Manual 31 PRE L IMINAR Y 5. Click the Advanced button and click the Monitor tab on the dialog box. Set the vertical frequency to 60Hz and click OK . 1. The native resolution of the PL-43DHD is 1024 x 768; the native resolution of the PL-50DHD i...
Page 42 - Press the; MENU; to confirm your selection.
Operation 32 Runco PL-43DHD and PL-50DHD Owner’s Operating Manual PRE L IMINAR Y 4.4 Using the On-Screen Menus Press the MENU button on either the remote control or the DHD Controller front panel to display the Main Menu. To select a menu item, use the UP ( ) and DOWN ( ) buttons on either the remot...
Page 44 - Main Menu; ENTER; . Select the appropriate aspect ratio for your
Operation 34 Runco PL-43DHD and PL-50DHD Owner’s Operating Manual PRE L IMINAR Y Main Menu The Main Menu is the starting point for accessing all display functions. (The Calibration and Service menus are hidden and not accessible until you enter a passcode.) Input Source From the Main Menu, select In...
Page 45 - Aspect Ratio
Operation Runco PL-43DHD and PL-50DHD Owner’s Operating Manual 35 PRE L IMINAR Y Table 4-1. Aspect Ratio Settings Aspect Ratio Remote Control Key Description Anamorphic ANA Select Anamorphic to view 16:9 DVDs and HDTV programs in their native aspect ratio. 4:3 images are stretched horizontally to fi...
Page 46 - Picture; Perform the adjustments in the order listed here.; ISF Presets; Below Black
Operation 36 Runco PL-43DHD and PL-50DHD Owner’s Operating Manual PRE L IMINAR Y Picture Use the controls in the Picture Menu to calibrate your PlasmaWall for optimum picture quality. The PlasmaWall has been designed to incorporate setup and calibration standards established by the Imaging Science F...
Page 48 - Select Color and press; . While looking at the color bar pattern through a blue filter,; . While looking at the color
Operation 38 Runco PL-43DHD and PL-50DHD Owner’s Operating Manual PRE L IMINAR Y Color Saturation: On your external test pattern source, select a color bar pattern like the one shown in Figure 4-4. Figure 4-4. Typical Color Bar Pattern for Adjusting Color Saturation and Tint Select Color and press E...
Page 49 - sharpness, select Sharpness from the Picture menu and press; Input Position
Operation Runco PL-43DHD and PL-50DHD Owner’s Operating Manual 39 PRE L IMINAR Y Sharpness: “Sharpness” is the amount of high-frequency detail in the image. To adjust sharpness, select Sharpness from the Picture menu and press ENTER . On your external test pattern source, select a pattern like the o...
Page 50 - Information
Operation 40 Runco PL-43DHD and PL-50DHD Owner’s Operating Manual PRE L IMINAR Y Overscan: Image Overscan pushes the outside edge of the active picture area of the video signal out beyond the edge of the display area. Some television programs are produced based on the assumption that older televisio...
Page 51 - Calibration; This menu; ISF Night - Display Color
Operation Runco PL-43DHD and PL-50DHD Owner’s Operating Manual 41 PRE L IMINAR Y Calibration Use the Calibration menu to perform advanced picture quality adjustments. This menu should be used by ISF-certified technicians only. To recall the ISF Night or ISF Day settings, select “ISF Night” or “ISF D...
Page 53 - The
Operation Runco PL-43DHD and PL-50DHD Owner’s Operating Manual 43 PRE L IMINAR Y Input Names: You can give each DHD Controller input a descriptive name. For example, you may want to change the default input name to the type of source component connected to it: “VCR,” “DVD,” “Laptop” et cetera. Compo...
Page 54 - Use the serial command
Operation 44 Runco PL-43DHD and PL-50DHD Owner’s Operating Manual PRE L IMINAR Y Analog Out Mode: Select Analog Out Mode from the Service menu to change the characteristics of the analog output signal from the DHD Controller. The choices are RGB-- (separate sync with negative polarity), RGB++ (separ...
Page 55 - Auto
Operation Runco PL-43DHD and PL-50DHD Owner’s Operating Manual 45 PRE L IMINAR Y HD Format: If the characteristics of the incoming signal on the HD1 or HD2 inputs are known, select HD Format from the Service menu and set them as described below. Doing so can reduce the time it takes the DHD Controll...
Page 56 - their factory defaults, choose System Reset from the Service menu.; Restore Saved Settings:; Following a System Reset, select Restore Saved Settings to; Caution
Operation 46 Runco PL-43DHD and PL-50DHD Owner’s Operating Manual PRE L IMINAR Y System Reset: To reset ALL DHD Controller settings (including image settings) back to their factory defaults, choose System Reset from the Service menu. A confirmation message appears, reminding you to save your setting...
Page 57 - Maintenance and Troubleshooting; Symptom; Selecting the Input
Runco PL-43DHD and PL-50DHD Owner’s Operating Manual 47 PRE L IMINAR Y 5.1 Troubleshooting Tips Table 5-1 provides some general guidelines for troubleshooting problems you may encounter with the PlasmaWall. If you encounter an issue not described here, please contact your Runco dealer or Runco Techn...
Page 58 - ISF Night
Maintenance and Troubleshooting 48 Runco PL-43DHD and PL-50DHD Owner’s Operating Manual PRE L IMINAR Y Image is too bright and/or lacks definition in the bright areas of the image. • Contrast is set too high. • Lower the contrast setting. Image appears “washed out” and/or dark areas appear too brigh...
Page 59 - Serial commands to the DHD Controller take the following form:; Serial Communications
Runco PL-43DHD and PL-50DHD Owner’s Operating Manual 49 PRE L IMINAR Y 6.1 RS-232 Connection and Port Configuration To interface the PlasmaWall with a home theater automation/control system or a PC running terminal emulation software, connect it to the RS-232 output of the DHD Controller as shown in...
Page 60 - RELI
Serial Communications 50 Runco PL-43DHD and PL-50DHD Owner’s Operating Manual P RELI M INARY Input Selection Commands COMPONENT NA YES Selects the Component input COMPOSITE NA YES Selects the Composite video input DVI1 NA YES Selects the DVI 1 input DVI2 NA YES Selects the DVI 2 input HD1 NA YES Sel...
Page 63 - Miscellaneous Commands
Serial Communications Runco PL-43DHD and PL-50DHD Owner’s Operating Manual 53 PRE L IMINAR Y Miscellaneous Commands BKGND -100/100 YES Sets the background color for 4:3 aspect ratio (-100 = black; 100 = white) BKGND? NA NA Returns background setting value DATE? NA NA Returns product manufacture date...
Page 65 - Table 7-1 lists the PlasmaWall specifications.; Yes; Operating Environment:; Complies with FCC; Specifications are subject to change without notice.
Runco PL-43DHD and PL-50DHD Owner’s Operating Manual 55 PRE L IMINAR Y 7.1 PlasmaWall Specifications Table 7-1 lists the PlasmaWall specifications. 7. Specifications Table 7-1. PlasmaWall Specifications Native Resolution: PL-43DHD: 1024 x 768 PL-50DHD: 1280 x 768 Screen Size (diagonal): PL-43DHD: 43...
Page 66 - Table 7-2 lists the DHD Controller specifications.; Table 7-2. DHD Controller Specifications; Discrete infrared remote
Specifications 56 Runco PL-43DHD and PL-50DHD Owner’s Operating Manual PRE L IMINAR Y 7.2 DHD Controller Specifications Table 7-2 lists the DHD Controller specifications. Table 7-2. DHD Controller Specifications Aspect Ratios: 4:3, Letterbox, 16:9 Anamorphic, VirtualWide, Cinema Video Standards: NTS...
Page 67 - Front View
Specifications Runco PL-43DHD and PL-50DHD Owner’s Operating Manual 57 PRE L IMINAR Y 7.3 PlasmaWall Dimensions Figure 7-1 and Figure 7-2 show the PlasmaWall dimensions (all dimensions are in inches). Figure 7-1. PlasmaWall Model PL-43DHD Dimensions 43.657 21.491 38.001 26.738 43.306 0 7.405 13.311 ...
Page 69 - Apple Macintosh 13”
Specifications Runco PL-43DHD and PL-50DHD Owner’s Operating Manual 59 PRE L IMINAR Y 7.4 Computer/Video Signal Compatibility The PlasmaWall can display video signals from a variety of computer sources via its RGB and DVI inputs. Table 7-3 lists the signal types that are compatible with the PlasmaWa...
Page 70 - Apple Macintosh 21”
Specifications 60 Runco PL-43DHD and PL-50DHD Owner’s Operating Manual PRE L IMINAR Y 1152x870 75.1 68.5 *** *** – Apple Macintosh 21” 1152x900 66.0 61.8 *** *** – Sun Microsystems LO 76.0 71.7 *** *** – Sun Microsystems HI 1280x960 60.0 60.0 *** *** √ 1280x1024 60.0 64.0 *** *** √ 75.0 80.0 *** ***...
Page 71 - Figure A-1. PlasmaWall Service Remote Control; Appendix A. PlasmaWall Service Remote
PlasmaWall Service Remote Control Runco PL-43DHD and PL-50DHD Owner’s Operating Manual A-1 A.1 Overview The PlasmaWall system includes two remote control units: the standard DHD remote control (see Figure 2-5) and the Service Remote Control, shown in Figure A-1 and described in the paragraphs that f...
Page 73 - MPEG Filter
PlasmaWall Service Remote Control Runco PL-43DHD and PL-50DHD Owner’s Operating Manual A-3 Figure A-2. PlasmaWall Setup Menu Video NR (Noise Reduction) To change the Noise Reduction setting on INPUT 1: 1. Press 1 to switch to PlasmaWall INPUT 1. 2. Press MENU on the PlasmaWall Service Remote Control...
Page 76 - Runco CL-810 Owner’s Operating Manual
Runco CL-810 Owner’s Operating Manual Runco Inter national • 2900 Faber Street • Union City, CA 94587 • Ph (510) 324-7777 / (800) 23RUNCO / Fax (510) 324-9300 www.runco.com RUMA-010900 rev 04-13-06 v3.0 S E R I A L N U M B E R