Dwin Plasmaimage HD-242, User Manual

Page 1: ...Plasmaimage HD 242 HD 250 Plasmaimage 2 4 Printed In USA ...

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Page 3: ...ote Control Operation 12 Navigating The Control Menus 14 Information Menu 14 Main Menu 14 Input Option 15 Format Option 15 Video Control Menu 16 Setup Menu 17 Menu Timeout 18 Screen Saver 18 Sidebars 18 Num Buttons 19 Menu Position 19 Rename Inputs 19 Rename Formats 20 Image Setup 20 Custom Format 22 Relay Setup 22 Plasmaimage RS 232 Control 23 Plasma Display Specifications 24 Video Processor Spec...

Page 4: ...to insure reliable operation of the video equipment and protect it from overheating These openings must not be blocked or covered Never place the video equipment on a bed sofa rug or other similar surface that may block ventilation openings Never place this product near or over a radiator or heat register Do not place this product in a built in installation such as a bookcase or rack unless proper...

Page 5: ... controls that are covered by the operating instructions as improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the video equipment to normal operation 15 6 If the video equipment has been dropped or the cabinet has been damaged 15 7 When the video equipment exhibits a distinct change in perfor mance 16 When replacem...

Page 6: ...erienced radio TV technician for help Cautions Regarding Phosphor Burn DWIN is not responsible for any phosphor burn Phosphor burn is not covered by the warranty Aswithallphosphor baseddisplaydevicesandotherplasmadisplays plasma monitors can be susceptible to a condition called phosphor burn under certain conditions Phosphor burn describes a condition when latent images remain on the screen even w...

Page 7: ...l for optimal picture quality The cable includes a bi directional communication link between two units used to transmit signals on off display status between the Plasma Display and the Processor The DVI cable must be connected to both units to power up1 The Digital Video Processor is controlled via an infrared IR remote that operates on screen graphics to select the input source and adjust all pic...

Page 8: ...a sub menu Plasma Display Front Panel Controls Please note All functions for the Plasmaimage HD Series including on off are automatically controlled via the separate Digital Video Processor or remote control As a result all non DVI inputs and control buttons located on the front panel are disabled in HD Series plasma displays To power up the plasma display the DVI cable MUST first be connected to ...

Page 9: ... 3 Switched 12 VDC Outputs RY1 RY2 2 5mm DC Plug 4 RGBS Computer HDTV Inputs RGB1 RGB2 D sub 15 pin Socket 5 RS 232 Computer Input RS 232 D sub 9 pin Socket 6 S Video Inputs S1 S2 4 pin Mini Din 7 Composite Video Inputs V1 V2 RCA Type 8 Component Video Inputs Y1 R1 B1 RCA Type Y2 R2 B2 RCA Type 9 AC Power Receptacle AC IN 3 Prong Receptacle ...

Page 10: ...pproximately 2 wide making it difficult to run through the walls DWIN s solution is to termi nate one end of the DVI cable with a 75 circular connector that can easily run through a 1 conduit figure 1 DWIN offers DVI cables in three lengths 25 35 and 50 feet Part numbers for these cables are DVI R xx the xx refers to the length of the cable To extend the cable length up to 100 feet use DWIN s Cabl...

Page 11: ...ignal Name 1 Red 6 Ground 11 2 Green 7 Ground 12 3 Blue 8 Ground 13 Horz SYNC 4 9 Ground 14 Vert SYNC 5 10 15 The following are the pin assignments for the D sub 15 pin connector 5 RS 232 COMPUTER INPUT The RS 232C serial interface is provided for external control of the Plasmaim age from a central controller such as a Home Theater control computer Smart Home automation system etc For D sub 9 pin ...

Page 12: ...ressive component video signals from progressive DVD players 480p 580p and progressive or interlaced HD signals 480p 540p 720p 1080i from HD sources The Plasmaimage Processor automatically detects the resolution and configuration of the component video signal applied to its input and processes it accordingly 9 AC POWER RECEPTACLE The AC power receptacle should be connected to a non switched 120 VA...

Page 13: ...emote control 1 Press the TV device button 2 Press and hold both the SHIFT and ENTER buttons for 3 seconds The display will blink Set and then DWIN 3 Enter the Plasmaimage brand code 257 4 Press the LIGHT button on the right hand side to complete the programming To operate other audio and video devices refer to the URC 100 Operating Manual ...

Page 14: ...12 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 1 0 0 ENT MODE SUB CTR REAR SELECT AUD CD DVD AUX SAT MUTE MENU EXIT GUIDE INFO PREV CH TV VCR OFF TV VCR SHIFT CBL LIGHT DWIN ON VOL CH Quick Reference Remote Control Operation ...

Page 15: ...ress a numbered button 8 Press up or down to sequence through the on screen menu options 9 Press left or right to adjust values or to navigate to a sub menu 10 Press SEL to advance to a sub menu 11 Press EXIT to clear the on screen menus 12 Press ENTER to perform a selected function 13 Press INFO to display the system status 14 Press GUIDE to sequence through format options Or press CTR up followe...

Page 16: ...u The Main menu offers a choice of Input selection or Format selection and navigation options to Video controls and Setup functions 1 Press MENU to display the Main menu 2 Scroll up or down the list to highlight the desired option 3 Press left or right to move adjust values or navigate to a sub menu 4 Press EXIT on the remote to clear the screen immediately The Time Out feature will automatically ...

Page 17: ...ect switching of inputs Format Option Format refers to the aspect ratio of the original video recording For example a DVD player which is connected to the component input may be used to playback either Standard 4 3 format or Letterbox format Standard Anamorphic and Letterbox formats are available for 480i 480p 580i and 580p video sources HD 16 9 format is available for 540p 720p and 1080i video so...

Page 18: ...l Menu 1 For direct access to the Video Control menu press either the up or down button on the remote or the Digital Video Processor You can also navigate to the Video Control menu from the Main menu by scrolling up or down to highlight the Video option Use the left or right button to advance to the Video Control menu 2 Use the up or down button to select the desired video control option 3 Use the...

Page 19: ...feature selects plasma display s color temperature to allow you to adjust the picture to suit your viewing tastes and environment The Plasmaimage HD is factory preset for MID color temperature to display the most natural colors HIGH color temperature results in a brighter image which may be appropriate for brightly lit rooms Low and Mid Low temperature settings result in slightly darker images wit...

Page 20: ...n use the left or right button to turn the Screen Saver function On or Off NOTE DWIN strongly recommends that the Screen Saver function remain ON at all times NOTE The Motion Adaptive Screen Saver can not prevent phosphor burn if only a partially static image is displayed Sidebars This feature is designed to reduce the potential for phosphor burn when viewing video sources with 4 3 aspect ratio Wh...

Page 21: ... position press MENU button on the remote to go back to the Setup menu or press Exit button to clear the screen Rename Inputs This feature allows you to change the names of all ten video input sources which appear on the Main menu A default name is provided for each input such as Video 1 Rename Input Video 1 Video 1 1 Scroll up or down the default list to highlight a desired input 2 Scroll the rig...

Page 22: ...m For example you can relabel Letterbox to be named WideScreen 1 To enter a different name use the cursor to highlight Rename Formats and follow the same instructions as in the Rename Inputs menu Image Setup The Image Setup menu allows you to position and adjust the video input im age size Video image parameters vary from different video sources and may require adjustment to properly fit the scree...

Page 23: ... top of the picture To eliminate this unwanted infor mation you should use the Image Setup function to adjust the image position or size to remove these lines 1 In the Image Setup menu select the Adjust option On and adjust the image as described in the Image Setup menu Unless you have this specific unwanted non picture information with DVI sources DWIN recommends leaving Adjust option OFF Image S...

Page 24: ...1 aspect ratio will appear with black bars along the top and bottom of the 16 9 Plasmaimage display To reduce or eliminate these black bars you can use the Custom Format function The V Size function allows you to stretch the picture height to fill the entire display The H size expands the left and right sides of picture to maintain the proper aspect ratio of the picture For Custom Format Menu 1 Sc...

Page 25: ...in the character envelope Note Sequential commands must be separated with proper delays Any command followed by POWER ON must be delayed 10 seconds Any command followed by INPUT SELECT must be delayed 1 second The following table lists the commands available POWER CONTROL PON Power on POFF Power off ASPECT RATIO SELECT S1 Standard 4 3 S2 Anamorphic or HD S3 Letterbox S4 Custom RELAY CONTROL Y1ON R...

Page 26: ...25 x 30 x 4 375 in Weight 80 lbs 106 lbs Cabinet Color Silver Black OPERATING CONDITIONS Temperature 50 90 F 10 32 C Altitude 0 6 200 Feet INCLUDED ACCESSORIES Two 3 Prong Power Cables 8 Device Preprogrammed Remote Control User s Manual OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES Fixed 0 or 5 Degree Tilt Wall Mount Adjustable 15 Degree Tilt Wall Mount 19 inch Rack Mount Kit for Video Processor Proprietary DVI Cables 25 ...

Page 27: ...p 75 ohm Pb Pr 0 7 Vp p 75 ohm S Video 2 x 4 pin Mini Din Y 1 Vp p 75 ohm C 0 286 Vp p 75 ohm Composite 2 x RCA 1 Vp p 75 ohm RGB PC 2 x HD 15 Pin RS 232 Serial 1x D 9 Pin RS 232 Compatible AC Power 3 Prong Receptacle OUTPUTS DVI 1 x DVI D with HDCP 12V Triggers 2 x 2 5mm DC Plug Power Source 100 130 VAC Power Consumption 25 Watts Dimensions WxDxH 17 x 12 75 x 3 5 inch Weight 18 lbs Cabinet Color ...

Page 28: ...m age occurring during shipment units which have been altered or modified in design appearance or con struction and phosphor burn This limited warranty covers only the actual defects within the PRODUCT itself and DOES NOT cover the costs of installation or removal from a fixed installation normal set up or adjustments claims based on any misrepre sentation by the seller or performance variations r...

Page 29: ... will pay the return shipping charges ground carrier if the repairs are covered by warranty Please save the original shipping materials A charge will be made for additional shipping materials If a unit is examined which is not in need of repair DWIN Electronics will charge a diagnostic fee for the examination of the video product and return shipping via ground carrier All requests for factory serv...