Plasma Display Écran à plasma Plasma-Display PDP-50MXE1 PDP-50MXE1-S PDP-43MXE1 PDP-43MXE1-S Operating Instructions Mode d'emploi Bedienungsanleitung English This unit has been designed for use as a computer display monitor. The optional video card is required if you wish to view other video signals on the monitor. For details consult your local retail dealer. Français Cet appareil est conçu pour une utilisation comme moniteur d'affichage d'ordinateur. La carte vidéo optionnelle est nécessaire si vous souhaitez regarder d'autres signaux sur ce moniteur. Pour plus de renseignements, consultez votre revendeur. Deutsch Dieses Gerät ist als Monitor für Personalcomputer konzipiert. Wenn andere Videosignale auf diesem Monitor betrachtet werden sollen, muss die optionale Videokarte installiert werden. Weitere Einzelheiten hierzu erfahren Sie von Ihrem Fachhändler. Operating Instructions Thank you very much for purchasing this PIONEER product. Before using your Plasma Display, please read the "Safety Precautions" and these "Operating Instructions" carefully so you will know how to operate the Plasma Display properly. Keep this manual in a safe place. You will find it useful in the future. Notes on Installation Work: This product is marketed assuming that it is installed by qualified personnel with enough skill and competence. Always have an installation specialist or your dealer install and set up the product. PIONEER cannot assume liabilities for damage caused by mistake in installation or mounting, misuse, modification or a natural disaster. Note for Dealers: After installation, be sure to deliver this manual to the customer and explain to the customer how to handle the product. i En Safety Precautions Français English Safety Precautions English IMPORTANT CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated "dangerous voltage" within the product's enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons. CAUTION: TO PREVENT THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance. D3-4-2-1-1_En-A WARNING: The apparatus is not waterproofs, to prevent fire or shocks hazard, do not expose this apparatus to rain or moisture and do not put any water source near this apparatus, such as vase, flower pot, cosmetics container and medicine D3-4-2-1-3_En bottle etc. The following symbols are found on labels attached to the product. They alert the operators and service personnel of this equipment to any potentially dangerous conditions. WARNING: THIS APPARATUS MUST BE EARTHED. CAUTION: WHEN POSITIONING THIS EQUIPMENT ENSURE THAT THE MAINS PLUG AND SOCKET IS EASILY ACCESSIBLE. This symbol refers to a hazard or unsafe practice which can result in personal injury or property damage. This symbol refers to a hazard or unsafe practice which can result in severe personal injury or death. WARNING CAUTION To ensure proper heat radiation, distance the unit slightly from other equipment, walls, etc. (normally more than 10 cm). Avoid the following installations which will block vents and cause heat to build up inside, resulting in fire hazards. · Do not attempt to fit the unit inside narrow spaces where ventilation is poor · Do not place on carpet · Do not cover with cloth, etc. · Do not place on its side · Do not place it upside down · If planning special installation such as fitting close to the wall, placing it horizontally, etc., be sure to consult your Pioneer dealer first. Safety Precautions Operating Environment Operating environment temperature and humidity: 0 ºC ­ +40 ºC (+32 ºF ­ +104 ºF); less than 85 %RH (cooling vents not blocked) Do not install in the following locations · Location exposed to direct sunlight or strong artificial light · Location exposed to high humidity, or poorly D3-4-2-1-7c_En ventilated location WARNING: BEFORE PLUGGING IN THE UNIT FOR THE FIRST TIME, READ THE FOLLOWING SECTION CAREFULLY. The voltage of the available power supply differs according to country or region. Be sure that the power supply voltage of the area where this unit will be used meets the required voltage (e.g., 230V D3-4-2-1-4_En or 120V) written on the rear panel. WARNING: No naked flame sources, such as lighted candle, should be placed on the apparatus. If naked flame sources accidentally fall down, fire spread over the apparatus then may cause fire. D3-4-2-1-7a_En This product complies with the Low Voltage Directive (73/23/EEC, amended by 93/68/EEC), EMC Directives (89/336/EEC, amended by 92/31/EEC and D3-4-2-1-9a_En 93/68/EEC). WARNING This product equipped with a three-wire grouding (earthing) type plug, a plug having a third (grounding, earthing) pin, it will only fit into a grouding (earthing) type power outlet. This is a safety feature. If you are unable to insert the plug into the outlet, contact your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the grouding (earthing) type plug. D3-4-2-1-6_En i ii En Contents Safety Precautions ................................... i Features ................................................... 1 Before Proceeding ................................... 3 How to use this manual ...................................... 3 Checking supplied accessories .......................... 5 Features PDP-50MXE1/PDP-50MXE1-S ¶ Introduces newly developed 50" XGA Wide Plasma Panel The new wide high-precision XGA 50" plasma panel (1280x768 / 16:9) pushes the envelope of previous high-luminance panels, producing brighter, clearer images with higher contrast. Part Names and Functions ..................... 6 Main unit .............................................................. 6 Remote control unit ............................................ 7 Connection panel ................................................ 8 ¶ Newly developed image processing technology (P.U.R.E. Drive) reproduces images with higher definition and quality The newly developed fully digital image processing circuitry (P.U.R.E. Drive) designed exclusively for Pioneer's high-definition plasma displays allows the reproduction of clearer, brighter images. Installation and Connections ............... 10 Installation of the unit ....................................... 10 Connection to a personal computer ................ 12 Audio connections ............................................ 13 Power cord connection ..................................... 14 How to route cables .......................................... 15 ¶ ES Slot interface for enhanced potential The display is provided with a built-in ES Slot Interface to allow the installation of cards for the connection of external devices, thus enhancing its expansion potential. System Settings .................................... 16 Setting the onscreen display language ........... 16 Settings after connections ............................... 17 ¶ Supports wide range of computer signals (analog/ digital) Supports non-compressed display of signals ranging from 640x400 and 640x480 (VGA) to 1024x768 (XGA) and 1280x768, and compressed display of 1280x1024 (SXGA), 1400x1050 (SXGA+) and 1600x1200 (UXGA), signals. Further, aspect ratio and screen size settings supported include [DOT BY DOT], [4:3], [FULL] and [PARTIAL](*1). * Supported signals are different on INPUT1 and INPUT2. *1 Aspect ratio and screen size appearance will differ depending on input signal. Operation ............................................... 19 Selecting input source ...................................... 19 Adjusting sound volume .................................. 20 Muting the sound .............................................. 20 Confirming current status ................................ 20 Changing screen size ........................................ 21 Enlarging one part of the screen (POINT ZOOM) .................................................. 22 Multiscreen display ........................................... 23 Automatic power-off (POWER MANAGEMENT) ................................ 24 ¶ Free Installation Configuration ­ Broader installation possibilities with thinner, lighter, high-endurance design ­ While producing a large 50" screen image, the display is only 98 mm thick, and weighs in at only 41.0 kg. On the other hand, the efficient heat-radiating design greatly improves environmental operating conditions. The thinner, lighter design, coupled to highendurance construction greatly broadens the range of possible installation locations and styles. PICTURE/SCREEN Adjustment ............ 25 PICTURE adjustment ........................................ 25 Adjusting screen POSITION, CLOCK, and PHASE ........................................... 26 Adjusting screen POSITION, CLOCK, and PHASE ............................................... 27 ¶ High reliability for commercial applications This display is provided with features giving it high dependability in commercial applications, including the ability to suppress peak luminance in accordance with the viewing program, and to change the cooling fan's speed in accordance with changes in operating environment. Such features provide safety and highendurance under conditions of commercial use. Other Operations .................................. 29 Setting the orbiter (ORBITER) .......................... 29 Side mask position (MASK CONTROL) ........... 29 Screen management settings (SCREEN MGT.) ................................................. 30 Energy saving settings (ENERGY SAVE) ......... 31 Automatic input switching (AUTO FUNCTION) ........................................... 32 About audio output (AUDIO OUT) ................... 33 ¶ Improved usability User convenience has been improved by the inclusion of features making the display even more compatible with your computer. Some of these include the one-touch screen adjustment, [AUTO SET UP] function for computer connections, and the POINT ZOOM function to enlarge local portions of the screen image to display important detailed program data. Additional Information ......................... 34 Cleaning ............................................................. 34 Troubleshooting ................................................ 34 Precautions regarding use ............................... 36 STANDBY and ON indicators ........................... 36 Specifications .................................................... 37 Appendix 1: Computer signal compatibility table ............................................ 38 Appendix 2: INPUT1/2 pin assignments ......... 42 Explanation of terms ........................................ 42 ¶ Power-Saving Design While equipped with a high-precision (1280x768) panel, this unit achieves the highest energy-saving of any display in its class (50inch XGA class: 360 W). In addition, when the [ENERGY SAVE] function is selected, power consumption is reduced by 20 % compared to the normal operating mode (MODE1, with color-bar signal input). The display is also provided with a variety of power-saving functions, including an automatic brightness function with ambient light sensor. PDP-50MXE1-S/PDP-43MXE1-S only ¶ New silver-body model Its sophisticated silver body makes this display a perfect part of any office decor, enhancing its use in presentations and conferences. 1 En Features English Features English PDP-43MXE1/PDP-43MXE1-S ¶ Introduces newly developed 43" Wide Plasma Panel The new wide high-precision 43" plasma panel (1024x768 / 16:9) pushes the envelope of previous high-luminance panels, producing brighter, clearer images with higher contrast. ¶ Optional line (sold separately) (For details, please consult the dealer where this unit was purchased.) 1 Table top stand: PDP-50MXE1/PDP-50MXE1-S/PDP-43MXE1/ PDP-43MXE1-S display stand. 2 Wall installation unit: Wall installation bracket designed as a wall interface for securing the unit. 3 Speaker system designed specifically for plasma displays (width: 7.4 cm): 2-way speaker units featuring 2.5 cm dome conical tweeter and newly developed 14.6 x 6.2 cm eliptical speaker in vertical arrangement. (When speakers are attached, the operation panel on this unit is not operable.) 4 Video card: Expansion card allows viewing of video signals and computer analog RGB signals. Cards used in the expansion slots should be manufactured or recommended by Pioneer. Using other expansion cards may result in malfunction. ¶ Newly developed image processing technology (P.U.R.E. Drive) reproduces images with higher defin ...