O W N E R ’ S
O P E R A T I N G
M A N U A L
VL-40 and VL-46
1080p HIGH-DEFINITION LCD FLAT PANEL DISPLAYS
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ONE YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY
For LCD Displays
Congratulations on your purchase of a Vidikron video product and welcome to the Vidikron family! With proper installation, setup
and care, you should enjoy many years of unparalleled video performance.
This is a LIMITED WARRANTY as defined in the Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act. Please read it carefully and retain it with your other
important documents.
WHAT IS COVERED UNDER THE TERMS OF THIS LIMITED WARRANTY:
SERVICE LABOR: Vidikron will pay for service labor by Vidikron Authorized Service Center when needed as a result of a
manufacturing defect for a period of one (1) year from the effective date of delivery to the end user.
PARTS: Vidikron will provide new or rebuilt replacement parts for the parts that fail due to defects in materials or workmanship for
a period of one (1) year from the effective date of delivery to the end user. Such replacement parts are then subsequently
warranted for the remaining portion (if any) of the original warranty period.
WHAT IS NOT COVERED UNDER THE TERMS OF THIS LIMITED WARRANTY:
Image retention on LCD display panels is specifically excluded from coverage under this Limited Warranty. Image retention or
staining of an image is the result of misuse of the product and therefore cannot be repaired under the terms of this Limited
Warranty.
Normal viewing material such as television/satellite broadcasts, videotape or DVDs (not put into pause for extended periods of
time) will not cause damage to your display under normal conditions. Many DVD players are also equipped with screen savers for
this reason.
TO AVOID IMAGE RETENTION (Burn-in): Please ensure that still images are not left on your LCD display panel. Also ensure that
images displayed in the 4:3 aspect ratio mode (black or gray stripes, but no picture information is present on the left and right
edges of the screen) are used as infrequently as possible. This will prevent permanent retention on your LCD display panel, which
can be seen permanently under certain conditions once burn-in has occurred.
The types of images to avoid include video games, still images and computer screens with stationary tool bars and icons. (This is
why computers are equipped with screen savers – to prevent still images from burning into the monitor’s phosphors after being
displayed continuously for an extended period of time).
This Limited Warranty only covers failure due to defects in materials and workmanship that occur during normal use and does not
cover normal maintenance. This Limited Warranty does not cover cabinets or any appearance items; failure resulting from
accident, misuse, abuse, neglect, mishandling, misapplication, faulty or improper installation or setup adjustments; improper
maintenance, alteration, improper use of any input signal; damage due to lightning or power line surges, spikes and brownouts;
damage that occurs during shipping or transit; or damage that is attributed to acts of God. In the case of remote control units,
damage resulting from leaking, old, damaged or improper batteries is also excluded from coverage under this Limited Warranty.
CAUTION: THIS LIMITED WARRANTY ONLY COVERS VIDIKRON PRODUCTS PURCHASED FROM VIDIKRON AUTHORIZED DEALERS.
ALL OTHER PRODUCTS ARE SPECIFICALLY EXCLUDED FROM COVERAGE UNDER THIS LIMITED WARRANTY. MOREOVER, DAMAGE
RESULTING DIRECTLY OR INDIRECTLY FROM IMPROPER INSTALLATION OR SETUP IS SPECIFICALLY EXCLUDED FROM COVERAGE
UNDER THIS LIMITED WARRANTY. IT IS IMPERATIVE THAT INSTALLATION AND SETUP WORK BE PERFORMED ONLY BY AN
AUTHORIZED VIDIKRON DEALER TO PROTECT YOUR RIGHTS UNDER THIS WARRANTY. THIS WILL ALSO ENSURE THAT YOU ENJOY
THE FINE PERFORMANCE OF WHICH YOUR VIDIKRON PRODUCT IS CAPABLE WHEN INSTALLED AND CALIBRATED BY VIDIKRON
AUTHORIZED PERSONNEL.
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RIGHTS, LIMITS AND EXCLUSIONS:
Vidikron limits its obligations under any implied warranties under state laws to a period not to exceed the warranty period. There
are no express warranties. Vidikron also excludes any obligation on its part for incidental or consequential damages related to the
failure of this product to function properly. Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, and some
states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages. So the above limitations or exclusions may
not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights that vary from state to state.
EFFECTIVE WARRANTY DATE:
This warranty begins on the effective date of delivery to the end user. For your convenience, keep the original bill of sale as
evidence of the purchase date.
IMPORTANT -- WARRANTY REGISTRATION:
Please fill out and mail your warranty registration card. It is imperative that Vidikron knows how to reach you promptly if we should
discover a safety problem or product update for which you must be notified.
CONTACT A VIDIKRON AUTHORIZED SERVICE CENTER TO OBTAIN SERVICE:
Repairs made under the terms of this Limited Warranty covering your Vidikron video product will be performed at the location of
the product, during usual working hours, providing location of product is within normal operating distance from a Vidikron
Authorized Service Center. In some instances it may be necessary for the product to be returned to the Vidikron factory for repairs.
If, solely in Vidikron’s judgment, location of product to be repaired is beyond normal operating distance of the closest Vidikron
Authorized Service Center, or the repair requires the unit be returned to the Vidikron factory, it is the owner’s responsibility to
arrange for shipment of the product for repair. These arrangements must be made through the selling Vidikron Dealer. If this is not
possible, contact Vidikron directly for a Return Authorization number and shipping instructions. Vidikron will return product
transportation prepaid in the United States, unless no product defect is discovered. In that instance, shipping costs will be the
responsibility of the owner.
COPYRIGHT AND TRADEMARKS:
© Copyright 2007 Vidikron, a Runco International Company. This document contains proprietary information protected by
copyright, trademark and other intellectual property laws. All rights are reserved. No part of this manual may be reproduced by any
mechanical, electronic or other means, in any form, without prior written permission of the manufacturer.
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Vidikron, Vision, DVSI, Imagix, CineWide, AutoScope, V Aperture Control, CSMS and IntelliWide are trademarks of Runco, LLC. All
other trademarks and registered trademarks used in this document are the property of their respective owners.
Vidikron products are manufactured under one or more of the following patents: US. Patent 6755540 and Other Patents Pending.
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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
To locate the name and address of the nearest Vidikron Authorized Service Center, or for additional information about this Limited
Warranty, please call or write:
VIDIKRON
Attn: Customer Service Department
2900 Faber Street
Union City, CA 94587
Ph: (510) 324-5900
Fax: (510) 324-5905
Toll Free: (888) 4VIDIKRON
VIDIKRON PRODUCT INFORMATION
RETAIN THIS INFORMATION FOR YOUR RECORDS
_________________________________________________________
Model Purchased
________________________________________
Date
____________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Serial Number
____________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Vidikron Authorized Dealer Name
____________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Address
____________________________________________
__________________
State/Province
________________________
Postal Code
City
____________________________________________
Phone
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Safety Precautions
Thank you for your purchase of this quality Vidikron product! It has been designed to provide you with the quality of video that is
expected in a home theater. For the best performance, please read this manual carefully as it is your guide through the menus and
operation.
WARNING
This symbol 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.
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
CAUTION:
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK)
NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED
SERVICE PERSONNEL.
This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of important
operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature
accompanying the appliance.
CAUTION
To turn off main power, be sure to remove the plugs from power outlets. The power outlet socket should be installed as near to the
equipment as possible, and should be easily accessible.
WARNING
TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARDS, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS UNIT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. ALSO DO NOT USE THIS UNIT’S
POLARIZED PLUG WITH AN EXTENSION CORD RECEPTACLE OR OTHER OUTLETS, UNLESS THE PRONGS CAN BE FULLY INSERTED.
REFRAIN FROM OPENING THE CABINET AS THERE ARE HIGH-VOLTAGE COMPONENTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED
SERVICE PERSONNEL.
WARNING
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class ‘B’ digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of FCC Rules.
These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a
commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in
accordance with the Installation Manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a
residential area may cause harmful interference, in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense.
DOC Compliance Notice
This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment Regulations.
Please read and follow the safety precautions listed below to ensure the equipment is free from damage, and to ensure that no
injury will occur as a result of improper use.
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Do not insert any object, especially metal or liquids, into the LCD display.
Do not place any objects containing water or any other liquid on top of the LCD display.
Do not place the units in direct sunlight, near heaters or in extremely dusty or humid locations.
Do not install this system outdoors or otherwise exposed to the elements.
Do not place heavy objects on top of the LCD display.
If the power cord is damaged or frayed in any way, electrical shock and/or fire may result. Do not place objects on the power
cord, and keep the cord away from heat-emitting devices. Should the power cord become damaged in any way, please contact
your Vidikron Dealer for a replacement cord.
•
Do not remove the cover of the LCD display for any reason. If any problems arise with the unit, please contact a Vidikron Dealer
or Vidikron International for service. Removing the covers will void the warranty.
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1Table of Contents
ONE YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY .............................................................................................. iii
Safety Precautions ................................................................................................................... vi
1. Introduction ........................................................................................................................ 1
Description, Features and Benefits ............................................................................................................. 3
Parts List ....................................................................................................................................................... 4
2. Controls and Functions ...................................................................................................... 5
DView Inputs and Outputs..................................................................................................................... 6
DView Remote Control .................................................................................................................................... 8
3. Installation ........................................................................................................................13
Remote Control ................................................................................................................................................13
Notes on Remote Control Operation................................................................................................13
Quick Setup .......................................................................................................................................................14
Installation Considerations ..........................................................................................................................15
Ambient Light ...........................................................................................................................................15
Other Considerations .............................................................................................................................15
Connections to the DView ...........................................................................................................................16
Rear Connector Access ..........................................................................................................................16
Connecting the DView to Source Components ...........................................................................16
AV OUT Connection................................................................................................................................20
Connecting Headphones......................................................................................................................20
Connecting to a Dolby Digital Amplifier.........................................................................................22
RS-232 Controller Connection ............................................................................................................23
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4. Operation ..........................................................................................................................25
Turning on the Power ....................................................................................................................................25
Changing the OSD Language .....................................................................................................................25
Setting the PC Display Properties ..............................................................................................................26
Using the On-Screen Menus ........................................................................................................................27
Main Menu ................................................................................................................................................29
Source .........................................................................................................................................................29
Aspect Ratio ..............................................................................................................................................29
Picture Adjust............................................................................................................................................31
Audio ...........................................................................................................................................................35
Channel ......................................................................................................................................................36
Timer ............................................................................................................................................................37
Setup ............................................................................................................................................................38
ISF Calibration ..........................................................................................................................................42
Using Picture-In-Picture (PIP) ......................................................................................................................45
Changing the PIP Position....................................................................................................................47
Changing the PIP Size ............................................................................................................................47
Changing the PIP Aspect Ratio ...........................................................................................................47
Swapping the Main and PIP Images .................................................................................................48
Swapping the Main and PIP Audio Programs ...............................................................................48
Stereo Sound/SAP ...........................................................................................................................................49
5. Maintenance and Troubleshooting ................................................................................51
Cleaning ..............................................................................................................................................................51
Cleaning the Display Panel Body and Remote Control..............................................................51
Cleaning the Screen................................................................................................................................51
Troubleshooting Tips .....................................................................................................................................51
6. Serial Communications ....................................................................................................53
RS-232 Connection and Port Configuration ..........................................................................................53
Serial Command Syntax ................................................................................................................................53
7. Specifications ....................................................................................................................59
DView Specifications ......................................................................................................................................59
DView Dimensions ..........................................................................................................................................61
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1List of Figures
2-1. DView Controls and Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
2-2. DView Rear-Panel Inputs and Outputs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
2-3. DView Remote Control. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
3-3. Analog RGB Connections. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
3-8. External Speaker Connection. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
3-9. Removing the Built-in Speakers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
3-11. RS-232 Control System Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
4-1. DView OSD Menu Structure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
4-5. Typical Test Pattern for Adjusting Sharpness. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
7-1. VL-40 Dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61
7-2. VL-46 Dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62
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Notes:
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1Introduction
This Owner’s Manual describes how to install, set up and operate the Vidikron DView™
VL-40/VL-46 Flat-Panel LCDs. Throughout this manual, the Vidikron DView™ VL-40/VL-46
Flat-Panel LCDs are referred to simply as the “DView.”
1.1
About This Manual
Vidikron has prepared this manual to help home theater installers and end users get the
most out of the DView.
Target Audience
Vidikron has made every effort to ensure that this manual is accurate as of the date it was
printed. However, because of ongoing product improvements and customer feedback, it
may require updating from time to time. You can always find the latest version of this and
If You Have Comments About
This Manual...
Text Conventions: The following conventions are used in this manual, in order to clarify the
information and instructions provided:
Textual and Graphic
Conventions
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Remote control button identifiers are set in upper-case bold type; for example, “Press EXIT
to return to the previous menu.”
Computer input (commands you type) and output (responses that appear on-screen) is
shown in monospace (fixed-width) type; for example: “To change the aspect ratio to
Letterbox, type [S4E0002.”
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All keys with functional names are initial-capped, set in bold type and enclosed in angle
brackets. These keys are the following: <Enter>, <Spacebar>, <Control>, <Esc>
and <Tab>.
<Enter> indicates that you may press either the RETURN or ENTER key on your computer
keyboard if it has both keys.
In addition to these conventions, underlining, boldface and/or italics are occasionally used to
highlight important information, as in this example:
A carriage return must be used after each command or string.
Note
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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:
TIPS highlight time-saving short cuts and helpful guidelines for using
certain features.
Tip
NOTES emphasize text with unusual importance or special significance.
They also provide supplemental information.
Note
CAUTIONS alert users that a given action or omitted action can degrade
performance or cause a malfunction.
Caution
WARNINGS appear when a given action or omitted action can result in
damage to the equipment, or possible non-fatal injury to the user.
WARNING
DANGER!
DANGER appears when a given action can cause severe injury or death.
Use the following table to locate the specific information you need in this manual.
1.2
Using This Manual
If you need...
... Turn to page:
Information about obtaining service
General information about the DView™
VL-40/VL-46 Flat-Panel LCDs
Installation instructions
First-time configuration instructions
Advanced configuration instructions
Troubleshooting tips
Specifications for the DView™ VL-40/VL-46
Flat-Panel LCDs
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Vidikron presents the DView™ VL-40/VL-46 Flat-Panel LCDs, perfect for those who demand
our award-winning flat panel performance in a more intimate size than we offer with our
larger plasma monitors. The DViews are ideal for close-in viewing where picture quality
remains a high priority, but larger displays cannot be accommodated.
1.3
Description, Features and
Benefits
The DView™ VL-40/VL-46 Flat-Panel LCDs incorporate the superb Imagix™ digital video
processing that produces outstanding picture quality with a wide range of both standard
and high definition source material. In addition, the handsome, classic pewter-finished
television is engineered with ISF™ calibration standards for the purest video performance.
The DView™ VL-40/VL-46 Flat-Panel LCDs also feature a built-in ATSC tuner that receives
terrestrial DTV broadcasts, in addition to an advanced, 185 channel, cable-ready NTSC stereo
tuner. The DView offers PIP, PBP, closed captioning, Parental Control (V-Chip) functionality
and multi-language support. The display includes an integrated stereo audio system
incorporating surround sound technology with two-way speakers and generous power
amplification.
The advanced TFT active-matrix LCD display panel offers 1920 x 1080 resolution and
includes Vidikron’s discrete aspect ratio control with IntelliWide™ mode to fill the 16:9 screen
with standard 4:3 images without loss of picture quality. Also included are discrete source,
aspect ratio and power selection and an RS-232 interface for whole-house or automated
control system integration.
The DView is multimedia-ready, with simple computer connections making gaming, Internet
browsing and other computer activities quick and easy.
The DView offers these key features and benefits:
Key Features and Benefits
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Native Resolution: 1920 x 1080 (16:9 Native Aspect Ratio)
Multiple Aspect Ratios with IntelliWide™ Mode
Less than 4 inches thin
Two HDMI Inputs with High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection (HDCP)
Built-in HDTV Tuner
Exceptional detail and artifact-free video enhancement
Vidikron video processing with 3:2 film detection circuitry
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Parts List
Your DView is shipped with the following items. If any items are missing or damaged, please
➤
contact your Vidikron dealer or Vidikron Customer Service at (888) 4VIDIKRON.
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VL-40 or VL-46 LCD Display (with Table Stand)
Remote Control Unit and two (2), AAA-size batteries
AC Power Cord
Warranty information and registration card
Vidikron VL-40 and VL-46 Owner’s Operating Manual (this document)
Optional Accessories:
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Wall Mount kit (part number VIHK-000475)
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2Controls and Functions
2.1
DView at a Glance
Figure 2-1 shows the locations of the DView controls and indicators.
Controls and Indicators
Right Side
TV/AV
MENU
1
2
+
VOL
–
3
CH
4
5
8
8
7
6
Figure 2-1. DView Controls and Indicators
1. TV/AV Button (Input Source Selection)
2. MENU Selection Button
3. Volume Adjustment Buttons
4. Channel Selection Buttons
5. Power Button
6. Remote Control Sensor
7. Power Indicator
Lights red to indicate that the DView is in standby mode; lights green to indicate normal
operation; flashes green when the DView receives a signal from the remote control.
8. Speakers
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DView Inputs and Outputs
Figure 2-2 shows the locations of the DView inputs and outputs.
➤
Right Side
INPUT2
R
Audio
L
VIDEO
S-VIDEO
Rear
INPUT4
INPUT3
INPUT1
INPUT4
INPUT3
INPUT1
Figure 2-2. DView Rear-Panel Inputs and Outputs
1. INPUT2 Audio Input
2. INPUT2 Composite Video Input
Standard composite video input for connecting a VCR, camcorder, laser disc player or
other composite video source.
3. INPUT2 S-Video Input
Standard S-Video input for connecting a DVD player, satellite receiver or Super VHS
(S-VHS) VCR.
4. Headphone Jack
5. Main Power Switch
6. Power Input (100 to 240 VAC)
Connect the DView to power here.
7. RGB
A 15-pin VGA connection to a personal computer. The DView automatically detects the
signal resolution.
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8. HDMI1/Computer Input (Digital)
9. HDMI2/Computer Input (Digital)
Two, HDCP-compliant digital video inputs for connecting a DVD player, personal
computer or HD tuner with a DVI or HDMI output.
For best results, do not run your DVD player in progressive mode.
Tip
10. PC Audio Input
Connect the audio output from a personal computer here.
11. INPUT3 Component Video (RCA connectors)
Standard-definition (480i/576i) or high-definition (720p/1080i), YPrPb component input.
This is the input for component video from sources such as DVD players.
12. INPUT3 Composite Video Input
13. INPUT3 Audio Input
Connect the audio output from your Input 3 source here.
14. INPUT4 Component Video (RCA connectors)
Standard-definition (480i/576i) or high-definition (720p/1080i), YPrPb component input.
This is the input for component video from sources such as DVD players.
15. INPUT4 Composite Video Input
16. INPUT4 Audio Input
Connect the audio output from your Input 4 source here.
17. INPUT1 Composite Video Input
18. INPUT1 Audio Input
Connect the audio output from your Input 1 source here.
19. INPUT1 S-Video Input
20. AV-OUT (Composite Video)
21. AV-OUT (Audio)
22. DIGITAL AUDIO OUT (S/PDIF – Coaxial)
23. DIGITAL AUDIO OUT (TosLink – Optical)
Connect either #22 or #23 to the digital audio input of an A/V amplifier with a Dolby
®
Digital decoder.
24. AIR (Antenna) Input
75-ohm coaxial input for connecting a TV antenna to the digital TV input.
25. CABLE Input
75-ohm coaxial input for connecting a CATV system to the digital TV input.
26. RS-232 CONTROL PORT
A female, 9-pin D-sub connector for interfacing with a PC or home theater
automation/control system.
27. SPEAKER OUTPUT (RIGHT)
28. SPEAKER OUTPUT (LEFT)
For connection of the right (27) left (28) speakers. Connect a speaker with an impedance
of 4 ohms.
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Figure 2-3 shows the DView remote control, and the paragraphs that follow describe its
functionality.
2.2
DView Remote Control
OFF
ON
1
2
1
4
7
–
2
5
8
3
6
9
0
TV
SOURCE
INPUT
2
INPUT
3
INPUT
4
INPUT
1
3
5
RGB
HD
HDMI1
HDMI2
MEMORY
ISF
NT
ISF
DAY
CUST
ANA
4
ASPECT RATIO
LET
BOX
4X3
I-WIDE
CH
ENTER
VOL -
VOL +
6
8
CH
MENU
EXIT
PIP
7
ASPECT
SIZE
POSITION
SWAP
9
S.SWAP
TV/AV
TIMER
OFF
10
S.MODE
SURRND
MTS/SAP
MUTE
INFO
11
13
PREV
CHAN
FAV
CHAN
12
Figure 2-3. DView Remote Control
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1. OFF / ON
Use these buttons to turn the DView on or off.
2. Numeric Buttons
Use these buttons to enter TV channel numbers or menu pass codes. Use the TV button
to switch to the Antenna/DTV/CATV input. Use the - button to enter DTV sub-channel
numbers.
3. Source Selection Buttons
INPUT 1
Press this button to switch to Input 1.
INPUT 2
Press this button to switch to Input 2.
INPUT 3
Press this button to switch to Input 3.
INPUT 4
Press this button to switch to Input 4.
Input 1 and Input 2 have both S-Video and composite video connectors.
Input 3 and Input 4 have both component and composite video
connectors.
Note
To specify which connection type you are using – or to switch from one to
the other if equipment is connected to both – use the Input Selection menu
HDMI 1 / HDMI 2
Use these buttons to select a Digital Video input (HDMI 1 or HDMI 2).
RGB HD
Press this button to switch to the RGB HD input.
4. Memory Preset Buttons
CUST
Press to recall settings for the current input from the “Custom” memory preset.
ISF NT (Night)
Press to recall settings for the current input from the “ISF Night” memory preset.
ISF DAY
Press to recall settings for the current input from the “ISF Day” memory preset.
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5. Aspect Ratio Selection Buttons
ANA (16:9)
For 16:9 DVDs or HDTV program material.
4X3 (4:3)
The input signal is scaled to fit 4:3 display mode in the center of the screen.
LETBOX (Letterbox)
Image in letterbox format is enlarged to fit 16:9, full-screen display and the upper/lower
portions are “blanked off.”
I-WIDE (IntelliWide)
4:3 image is widened NON-linearly (more on the sides than in the center) to fit 16:9 full
screen display.
6. Arrow Buttons (
,
,
,
)
Use these buttons to select items or settings, adjust settings, change TV channels or
adjust sound volume.
ENTER
Press to select a highlighted menu item or confirm a changed setting.
7. MENU
Press this button to access the on-screen display (OSD) controls, or to exit the current
menu and return to the previous one.
8. EXIT
Press this button to hide the OSD controls, or display program information (when
available) if the OSD controls are already hidden.
9. Picture-In-Picture (PIP) Function Buttons
ASPECT
Press to change the aspect ratio of the PIP window from 4:3 to 16:9 or vice versa.
SIZE
Press to choose from three PIP window sizes.
POSITION
Press to choose the PIP window position (top left, top right, bottom left or bottom right
corner).
PIP
Press to change the PIP mode (picture-in-picture, picture-by-picture or off).
P. M O D E
Press to recall settings for the PIP input from either the “ISF Night” or “ISF Day” memory
preset.
S.SWAP
Press to switch between the main and PIP audio programs.
SWAP
Press to swap the main and PIP windows.
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TV/AV
Press to switch to a different PIP video source.
10. TIMER OFF Button
Press this button to set the sleep timer. Press it repeatedly to scroll through the available
options (Off, 10, 30, 60, 120 or 180 minutes).
11. Sound Control Buttons
S.MODE
Press this button repeatedly to scroll through the available Equalizer presets (CUSTOM,
STANDARD, MUSIC, FILM or SPEECH).
SURRND (Surround)
Press this button to turn Surround Mode on or off.
MTS/SAP (Multichannel Television Sound/Second Audio Program)
Press this button repeatedly to scroll through the available MTS settings (MONO,
STEREO, SAP or Mono+SAP).
MUTE
Press this button to mute the audio output to the speakers and headphones.
12. Channel Selection Short-Cuts
PREV CHAN
Press this button to return to the previously-selected channels.
FAV CHAN
Press this button repeatedly to select a stored, “favorite” channel. You can store up to
Channel menu (described in Section 4).
13. Miscellaneous Functions
CLOSED CAPTIONING
Press this button to turn Closed Captioning on or off.
INFO
Press this button to view input signal information (source and resolution).
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3Installation
3.1
Remote Control
To install batteries in the remote control:
Battery Installation
1. Slide the battery cover in the direction of the arrow and remove it.
2. Insert the included batteries. Ensure that the polarities correctly match the
markings inside the battery compartment.
and
3. Slide the battery cover back on until it snaps into place.
1. Do not mix an old battery with a new one or different types of batteries.
Note
2. If you will not use the remote control for a long time, remove the batteries
to avoid damage from battery leakage.
•
•
Do not drop the remote control or expose it to moisture or high temperature.
Notes on Remote Control
Operation
The remote control may malfunction under a fluorescent lamp. If that occurs, move the
LCD display away from the fluorescent lamp.
•
Make sure that there is nothing obstructing the infrared beam between the remote
control and the IR receiver on the LCD display.
The signal from the remote control can be reflected by walls or other
surfaces.
Note
•
•
If the effective range of the remote control decreases, or it stops working, replace the
batteries with new ones.
Ambient conditions may possibly impede the operation of the remote control. If this
happens, point the remote control at the LCD display and repeat the operation.
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Table 3-1 gives a quick overview of the DView installation process. The sections following this
one provide detailed instructions.
3.2
Quick Setup
Installation should be performed by a qualified custom video installation
specialist.
Note
Table 3-1. Installation Overview
For Details, refer to
page...
Step
Procedure
Mount the DView on a wall (optional)
Connect signal sources to the DView
Connect external controller to RS-232 port (optional)
Apply power to the DView
1
2
3
4
5
6
Change the OSD language
If using the DView with a PC, adjust PC display properties
Display calibration: adjust the following for each input; save
settings when finished:
• Brightness
• Contrast
7
• Color level
• Tint
• Input position
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Proper installation of your DView will ensure the highest possible picture quality. Whether
you are installing the DView temporarily or permanently, you should take the following into
account to ensure that it performs optimally.
3.3
Installation Considerations
You can either place the DView on a table or in an entertainment center, or mount it on a
wall.
Wall-Mounting the DView
If you do decide to wall-mount the DView, ensure that the wall-mount bracket is installed
according to the instructions included with it. The wall must be capable of supporting a
redundant weight factor three (3) times the weight of the display, or be reinforced.
Vidikron recommends that this be done by a custom installation specialist.
Use only the Vidikron-approved wall-mount kit designed for your display.
Note
In general, minimize or eliminate light sources directed at the display. Contrast ratio in your
images will be noticeably reduced if light directly strikes the display, such as when a shaft of
light from a window or floodlight falls on the image. Images may then appear washed out
and less vibrant.
Ambient Light
Other considerations and tips that can help improve your installation:
Other Considerations
•
•
Keep the ambient temperature constant and below 35°C (95°F). Keep the display away
from heating and/or air conditioning vents. Changes in temperature may cause drifts in
the display circuitry, which may affect performance.
Keep the DView away from devices that radiate electromagnetic energy such as motors
and transformers. Common sources of these include slide projectors, speakers, power
amplifiers and elevators.
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Proceed as follows to connect the DView to your video sources, external controller(s) – if
present – and AC power.
3.4
Connections to the DView
When connecting your equipment:
•
•
•
Turn off all equipment before making any connections.
Use the correct signal cables for each source.
Ensure that the cables are securely connected. Tighten the thumbscrews on connectors
that have them.
•
Use the left audio input when connecting mono audio sources.
Rear Connector Access
To access the left rear connector panel, push down on the plastic clip holding the cover in
place. Then, pull firmly on the cable access cover to open it.
➤
➤
Connecting the DView to
Source Components
Connect your video sources to the DView as shown and described in the sections that follow.
Antenna/Cable TV Connection: Connect your antenna or cable television source to the AIR
Input Panel
Cable Television
Network
Figure 3-1. Antenna/Cable TV Connection
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HDMI Connections: The DView has two HDMI inputs for connecting a DVD player, DTV
decoder, personal computer or any other device with an HDMI or DVI output. Connect such
Use the HDMI inputs whenever possible. This ensures the highest video
quality because the signal is carried in the digital domain throughout the
entire signal path, from source component output into the display.
Tip
This DView supports the VESA Display Data Channel (DDC) standard. This
standard provides “Plug and Play” capability; the display and a VESA
DDC-compatible computer communicate their setting requirements,
allowing for quick and easy setup.
Note
In order for Plug and Play to work correctly, you must turn on the display
before you turn on the connected computer.
Rear of the Display
INPUT4
INPUT3
HDMI or
DVI-to-HDMI Cable
(sold separately)
Rear of the Display
Rear of the PC
Audio Cable
(Sold Separately)
HDMI-to-DVI Cable (Sold Separately)
Figure 3-2. HDMI Connections
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RGB Connections: The DView has an RGB input for connecting a personal computer; see
Rear of the Display
Rear of the PC
INPU
INPUT3
Audio Cable
(Sold Separately)
D-Sub 15 Pin Cable (Sold Separately)
Figure 3-3. Analog RGB Connections
computer signals compatible with the DView. Use with signals other
than those listed may cause some functions not to work.
Note
2. Some Macintosh computers may require a Macintosh video adapter.
Contact your nearest authorized service center or dealer.
3. This DView may not be able to display images from notebook computers
in simultaneous (CRT/LCD) mode. Should this occur, switch the
notebook computer to “CRT only” mode. If you are unsure how to do
this, refer to your notebook computer’s user manual.
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Component Video Connections: If you have a DVD player or DTV decoder with a
component (YPbPr) output, connect it to INPUT 3 or INPUT 4 of the DView as shown in Figure
3-4.
INPUT4
NPUT3
Audio Cable
DVD/DTV STB
Video Cable
Figure 3-4. Component Video Connections
Composite/S-Video Connections: The DView has two (2) S-Video and four (4) composite
Composite Video (INPUT 1, INPUT 2,
INPUT 3 or INPUT 4)
INPUT1
VCR
S-Video (INPUT 1 or INPUT 2)
Camcorder
INPUT2
R
L
Audio
VIDEO
Video Game Device
S-VIDEO
Figure 3-5. Composite and S-Video Connections
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AV OUT Connection
The DView has stereo audio and Composite video outputs for connecting to a second VCR or
other auxiliary equipment. Connect the AV OUT audio and video jacks to the audio and video
➤
You can route either the main or picture-in-picture (PIP) source signal to the AV output. For
The audio output level is fixed. (The volume and mute controls affect only
the speaker and headphone outputs.)
Note
VCR
Camcorder
A/V Receiver
INPUT1
Figure 3-6. AV OUT Connections
Connecting Headphones
You can connect a set of headphones to the DView to watch a program without disturbing
➤
INPUT2
R
Audio
L
VIDEO
S-VIDEO
Figure 3-7. Connecting Headphones
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The DView is equipped with stereo speakers, which are mounted directly below the screen. If
you prefer, you can connect the rear-panel speaker outputs to external speakers.
Connecting External
Speakers (Optional)
Connect the
(positive) and
(negative) speaker wires to the rear-panel SPEAKER-R and
refer to the owner’s manual for your speakers.
12 mm
Twist exposed
wire strands
together.
Push tab to the
open position, and
insert the wire.
Then, close tab firmly to
secure the wire in place.
Right Speaker
Left Speaker
Figure 3-8. External Speaker Connection
You can also remove the built-in speakers if they are not needed; this permits installation of
Remove these screws to allow the speakers to be detached.
Figure 3-9. Removing the Built-in Speakers
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Connecting to a Dolby Digital
Amplifier
If your home theater has a Dolby Digital amplifier or receiver, connect the digital audio
output from the DView to the digital audio input of the amplifier/receiver as shown in Figure
3-10. The DView supports both coaxial (S/PDIF) and optical (TosLink) digital audio
connections.
➤
The audio output level is fixed. (The volume and mute controls affect only
the speaker and headphone outputs.)
Note
Digital Audio Cable,
Optical
(Sold Separately)
Digital Audio Cable,
Coaxial
(Sold Separately)
- or -
Dolby Digital
Amplifier
Figure 3-10. Digital Audio Connection
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Use a straight-through RS-232 cable with a 9-pin male connector to connect a PC or home
theater control/automation system (if present) to the RS-232 port on the DView; see Figure
3-11.
RS-232 Controller
Connection
To PC or
Automation/
Control
System
DB-9
Male
Connector Pin Assignments:
2
3
5
Transmit Data
Receive Data
Ground
1, 4, 6, 7, 8, 9
Not Connected
Rear Panel
Figure 3-11. RS-232 Control System Connection
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4Operation
1. Turn on your source components.
4.1
Turning on the Power
2. Plug the female end of the supplied power cord into the AC receptacle on the rear of the
3. Connect the other end to your AC power source.
4. Turn on the main power switch at the rear of the display. The power indicator lights red
to indicate that the DView is in “standby” mode.
5. Press the ON button on the remote control to
turn on the display (or press the power button
on the side of the display). The power indicator
OFF
ON
flashes for a few seconds, then lights solid green.
6. After a brief warm-up period (approximately 10
seconds), the DView will display an image.
1
4
7
2
5
8
3
6
9
The DView OSD language is initially set to English, but can also display the menus in French
(Français), Spanish (Español), Portuguese (Português) or German (Deutsch). To change the
OSD language:
4.2
Changing the OSD
Language
1. Press MENU.
2. Select Setup from the Main Menu.
3. Select OSD Language from the Setup Menu.
4. Press or to highlight the desired language and press ENTER. The change takes
effect immediately.
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To maximize image quality when using the DView with a personal computer, you may need
to adjust the display properties of your PC video card. To do this:
4.3
Setting the PC Display
Properties
1. Choose Settings from the Windows Start
menu and click on “Control Panel.”
2. Double click on the Display icon.
3. Click the Settings tab on the display dialog
box.
4. Adjust the resolution to 1024x768 pixels.
5. Click the Advanced button and click the
Monitor tab on the dialog box. Set the
vertical frequency to 60Hz and click OK.
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1. The maximum available resolution and vertical frequency is
1600x1200/60Hz (RGB), 1280x1024/60Hz (HDMI) or the maximum
supported by your video card, whichever is lower. You can get the best
picture at 1024x768/60Hz.
Note
2. The DView supports 24-bit color (16,777,216 possible colors).
To use the on-screen menus:
4.4
Using the On-Screen
Menus
1. Press MENU to display the Main Menu.
2. To select a menu item, use the up- or down-arrow buttons (
control to highlight it.
,
) on the remote
3. Press ENTER or the right-arrow button ( ) to access that menu.
4. Use the up- or down-arrow buttons ( ) to select the setting you want to change.
Then, press ENTER or the right-arrow button ( ).
5. Press the right- or left-arrow button ( ) to change that setting.
,
,
6. To return to the previous menu, press MENU or ( ).
selected input source and/or signal characteristics, some menu options may not be available.
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TV
English, Français,
Español, Português or
Deutsch
OSD Language
PC Mode Adjust
Input1
Input2
Input3
Input4
RGB
Auto Adjust
Clock
Source
Phase
H. Position
V. Position
Display
HDMI1
HDMI2
16:9
On / Off
Service1, Service2,
Service3 ... Service6
Digital Mode
4:3
Aspect Ratio
Letterbox
IntelliWide
Brightness
Contrast
Color
CC1, CC2, CC3 or CC4
Text1, Text2, Text3 or
Text4
Analog Mode
CC On Mute
Yes / No
0, 1, 2, 3 ... 100
Control
Caption
Font Size
Font Style
FG Color
Tint
Sharpness
DNR
0, 5, 10, ... 100
0, 10, 20, ... 100
0, 1, 2, 3 ... 63
Digital Font Option
BG Color
Edge Color
FG Opacity
BG Opacity
Edge Style
MPEG NR
Backlight
Picture Adjust
0, 5, 10, 15, 20, ... 100
5400, 6500, 8500 or
Custom
Color Temp.
Setup
Gamma
2.00, 2.02, 2.04 ... 2.40
Custom
Save Settings
Parental Lock (On/Off),
TV Rating, Movie
Rating, Unrated
(Allow/Block), Change
PIN (default is 0000)
Custom, ISF Day, ISF
Night
Restore Settings
Balance
Parental Control
Letterbox Mode
L10, L9, L8 ... 0 ... R8, R9,
R10
Letterbox or
Cinema Fill
Standard, Music, Film,
Speech or Custom
Equalizer
Automatic, Video or
S-Video
Surround
(On/Off)
Input 1/Input 2
Audio
English, Français, Español
or Português
Input Selection
Monitor Out
Audio Language
Automatic, Video or
Component
Input 3/Input 4
Digital Audio Out
TV Speaker
PCM or Dolby Digital
Main or PIP: Video
(On/Off)
Overscan
(not available with PC
signals)
H. Overscan, H. Shift,
V. Overscan, V. Shift
Audio Delay
0, 1, 2 ... 40 msecs.
STD
HRC
IRC
Input Label
HDMI Audio
RGB Signal
Film Mode
Auto Backlight
OSD Timer
Auto Off
Auto Tuning
HDMI or PC
Video or PC
Off, 2:3, 2:2 or Auto
Off / On
Channel
Return
Add/Erase
Favorite Channel
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
or Auto Setup
0, 10, 20 ... 60 sec.
0, 30, 60 or 120 min.
Brightness
Contrast
Time
Enable/Disable, Time,
Channel, Volume
On Timer
Off Timer
Sleep Timer
Enable/Disable, Time
0, 1, 2, 3 ... 100
Color
Timer
Off, 10, 30, 60, 120 or 180
minutes
Tint
Sharpness
ADC Phase Adj.
DNR
0, 5, 10, ... 100
0, 1, 2, 3 ... 63
Eastern, Central,
Mountain, Pacific, Alaska
or Hawaii
Time Zone
0, 10, 20, ... 100
0, 1, 2, 3 ... 63
Picture Adjust
Daylight Saving
On / Off or Automatic
MPEG NR
Backlight
0, 5, 10, 15, 20 ... 100
5400, 6500, 8500 or
Custom
Color Temp.
ISF Calibration
Gamma
2.00, 2.02, 2.04 ... 2.40
0, 1, 2, 3 ... 64
Black Level
Custom, ISF Day, ISF
Night
Save Settings
R/G/B Gain
White Balance
Blue Enable
Baud Rate
R/G/B Offset
(Enable/Disable)
115200, 19200, 9600 or
2400
Serial Link
On / Off
Factory Reset
Splash Duration
0, 1, 2, 3, ... 60 secs.
Figure 4-1. DView OSD Menu Structure
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The Main Menu is the starting point for accessing all DView functions.
(The ISF Calibration menu is not accessible until you enter a passcode.)
Main Menu
VL-40
Source
Aspect Ratio
Picture Adjust
Audio
Channel
Timer
Setup
ISF Calibration
From the Main Menu, select Source to choose a video signal source.
Source
The active source is indicated by an arrow (>) to its left; in the example at right, TV is the
active source.
TV
>
Input1
Input2
Input3
Input4
RGB
HDMI1
HDMI2
To change the aspect ratio (size and shape) of the projected image, select Aspect Ratio from
the Main Menu and press ENTER. Select the appropriate aspect ratio for the type of program
Aspect Ratio
>
16:9
4:3
The currently-selected aspect ratio is indicated by an arrow (>) to its left; in the example at
right, Anamorphic is selected.
Letterbox
IntelliWide
The aspect ratio selection persists until you change it. (It is not saved
independently for each input.)
Note
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Table 4-1. Aspect Ratio Settings
Remote
Aspect Ratio
Control
Key
Description
16:9
ANA
Select 16:9 to view 16:9 DVDs
and HDTV programs in their
native aspect ratio.
16:9 Image on
16:9 Screen (Display)
4:3 images are stretched
horizontally to fit a 16:9
display.
4:3 Image, stretched to fill
16:9 Screen (Display)
4:3
4X3
4:3 scales the input signal to
fit in the center of a 16:9
display. 4:3 is the aspect ratio
used by computer monitors,
standard television
4:3 Image on
16:9 Screen (Display)
programming and most VHS
video cassettes.
Letterbox
LET
BOX
Letterbox mode scales
(zooms in on) a 4:3 image
linearly (by the same amount
on all sides) to fill a 16:9
display.
4:3 Image on
16:9 Display
(Letterbox aspect ratio)
Letterbox is best suited for
viewing LaserDisc movies or
non-anamorphic DVDs on a
16:9 screen.
IntelliWide
I-WIDE
IntelliWide scales a 4:3 image
NON-linearly (more on the
sides than in the center) to fit
a 16:9 screen.
4:3 Image on
16:9 Screen (Display)
4:3 Image on
16:9 Display
with IntelliWide
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Use the controls in the Picture Adjust menu to calibrate your DView for optimum picture
quality.
Picture Adjust
Picture Adjust
The DView has been designed to incorporate setup and calibration standards established by
the Imaging Science Foundation (ISF). The ISF has developed carefully crafted,
industry-recognized standards for optimal video performance and has implemented a
training program for technicians and installers to use these standards to obtain optimal
picture quality from Vidikron video display devices. Accordingly, Vidikron recommends that
setup and calibration be performed by an ISF-certified installation technician.
Brightness
Contrast
Color
Tint
Sharpness
DNR
All signal types require separate processing. Therefore, you need to calibrate each input
separately.
MPEG NR
Backlight
Color Temp.
Gamma
When you change a picture quality setting, save the change to a preset
afterwards. Otherwise, the change will be lost when a different input is
Note
Save Settings
Restore Settings
selected. (Picture quality settings are saved for each input and resolution
separately.) For information about saving settings, refer to Save
Although it may be possible to obtain satisfactory picture quality using the naked eye and
regular program material, Vidikron recommends using the following calibration tools for
best results:
•
External test pattern source – Ovation Multimedia, Digital Video Essentials or AVIA test
DVD or equivalent.
•
A blue filter (provided with many test DVDs), for color level and tint adjustments.
Connect your test pattern source to the input that you are calibrating and proceed as follows.
Perform the adjustments in the order listed here.
Brightness: On your external test pattern source, select a PLUGE pattern. (PLUGE is an
pattern.
Below Black
Above Black
Figure 4-2. Typical PLUGE Pattern for Adjusting Brightness
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PLUGE patterns vary but generally consist of some combination of black, white and gray
areas against a black background. The example above includes two vertical bars and four
shaded boxes.
Select Brightness from the Picture Adjust menu. Using the left- and right-arrow (
buttons, adjust the brightness so that:
)
•
•
•
•
•
The darkest black bars disappear into the background.
The dark gray areas are barely visible.
The lighter gray areas are clearly visible.
The white areas are a comfortable level of true white.
The image contains only black, gray and white (no color).
Contrast: On your external test pattern source, select a stepped, gray-bar pattern like the
Figure 4-3. Typical Gray Bar Pattern for Adjusting Contrast
Select Contrast from the Picture Adjust menu. Using the left- and right-arrow (
)
buttons, adjust the contrast to a point just below which the white rectangle starts to increase
in size.
Brightness and contrast controls are interactive. A change to one may
require a subtle change to the other in order to achieve the optimum
setting.
Note
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Color Saturation: On your external test pattern source, select a color bar pattern like the one
Figure 4-4. Typical Color Bar Pattern for Adjusting Color Saturation and Tint
Select Color from the Picture Adjust menu. While looking at the color bar pattern through a
blue filter, adjust the color saturation level until the outermost (gray and blue) color bars
appear to be a single shade of blue:
Tint: Tint or “hue” is essentially the ratio of red to green in the color portion of the image.
When tint is decreased, the image appears redder; when it is increased the image appears
greener. To set the tint, select Tint from the Picture Adjust menu. While looking at the color
bar pattern through a blue filter, adjust the tint level until the cyan and magenta color bars
(on either side of the green bar) appear to be a single shade of blue.
Like the brightness and contrast controls, the color and tint controls are
interactive. A change to one may require a subtle change to the other in
order to achieve the optimum setting.
Note
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Sharpness: “Sharpness” is the amount of high-frequency detail in the image. To adjust
sharpness, select Sharpness from the Picture Adjust menu and press ENTER. On your
needed, looking for white edges around the transitions from black to gray and different sized
lines in the “sweep” patterns at the top and bottom. Lower the sharpness setting to eliminate
them.
Figure 4-5. Typical Test Pattern for Adjusting Sharpness
Adjust menu. Noise reduction is useful for clearing up noisy RGB images such as those from a
PC. Adjust as desired using the left- or right-arrow buttons, keeping in mind that reducing
noise (which reduces high frequencies) may also “soften” the image.
MPEG NR: Use the MPEG Filter to reduce or eliminate so-called “mosquito noise” in
MPEG-compressed video signals (digital broadcasts or DVDs). Adjust as needed to minimize
distortion around the edges of moving objects, moving artifacts around edges and/or
blotchy noise patterns superimposed over the objects.
effect is similar to that of a lamp intensity control on a projector.
page 41) is set to On.
Note
Color Temperature: To adjust the color temperature, select Color Temp. from the Picture
Adjust menu and press ENTER. (Color temperature defines the “color of gray.”) The choices
are 5400K, 6500K, 8500K and Custom. The default setting, 6500K, is appropriate for most
situations. Higher settings produce a “bluer” picture; lower ones impart a reddish hue to the
image.
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Gamma: The Gamma control determines how gray shades are displayed between minimum
input (black) and maximum input (white) for all signals. A good gamma setting helps to
optimize blacks and whites while ensuring smooth transitions for the “in-between” values
utilized in other grays.
Unlike brightness and contrast controls, Gamma allows you to lighten or darken the overall
tone of your images without changing the extremes. All images will be more vibrant while
still showing good detail in dark areas.
The default Gamma setting of 2.20 is appropriate for most typical home theater
environments.
Save Settings: The DView lets you save image quality settings for each input and supported
resolution to a preset. You can recall this preset at a later time by simply pressing a button on
You should save changes to any of the following settings to a preset; otherwise they will be
lost when a new input source or resolution is selected:
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
Brightness
Contrast
Color saturation
Tint
Sharpness
Gamma
Color temperature and white balance
Restore Settings: To recall a preset, choose Restore Settings from the Picture Adjust menu
and select “Custom,” “ISF Day” or “ISF Night.” Or, use the corresponding buttons on the
remote control.
To adjust the DView audio settings, select Audio from the Main Menu and press ENTER.
Audio
Balance: To adjust the left/right speaker balance, select Balance from the Audio Menu and
press ENTER. Use the left- and/or right-arrow buttons to make one channel louder than the
other.
Equalizer: The DView has a five-band graphic equalizer that you can use to boost or cut
certain audio frequencies. To use it, select Equalizer from the Audio menu and press ENTER.
Select one of four equalizer presets – Standard (flat), Music, Film or Speech – or select Custom
to create your own according to taste. The five frequency bands are 100, 300, 1000, 3000 and
10,000 Hertz (Hz).
Surround: The DView has a “surround sound” mode that simulates a multi-channel sound
system. To use the surround mode, select Surround from the Audio menu and set it to On.
When Surround is set to On, the graphic equalizer is disabled.
Note
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Audio Language: Some digital TV broadcasts provide audio soundtracks in multiple
languages. If you are watching such a program, select Audio Language from the Audio menu
to choose a soundtrack language: English, Français, Español or Português.
Digital Audio Out: The DView can output either two or six channels of digital audio. Select
Dolby Digital if your A/V receiver can decode a Dolby Digital-encoded, 5.1-channel
bitstream. Otherwise, select PCM to have the DView output PCM-encoded, stereo audio.
and press ENTER. The effect is similar to using the MUTE button, except that the DView
“remembers” this setting if you turn off the display, then turn it back on.
with DTV broadcasts. Select from 0 to 40 milliseconds of delay, as needed.
Channel
To set up the DView channel tuner, select TV as the source. Then, select Channel from the
Main Menu and press ENTER.
➤
Channel
Auto Tuning: To have the DView automatically detect available TV or CATV channels, select
Auto Tuning and press ENTER. Then, select STD and press ENTER again.
Auto Tuning
Add/Erase
Favorite Channel
The DView searches all channel frequencies and adds a channel to its memory when it
detects a signal on that channel frequency. (This may take a few minutes.) If Auto Tuning fails
to detect any CATV channels, select HRC or IRC and try again. (STD, HRC and IRC refer to
different sets of frequencies used by cable television providers. IRC stands for “Incrementally
Related Carrier;” HRC stands for “Harmonically Related Carrier.”)
Add/Erase: If Auto Tuning fails to detect a channel, select Add/Erase from the Channel menu
and press or to select it. Then, select Add to add it to the channel list. To erase the
currently-selected channel from the available channel list, select Add/Erase from the Channel
menu, then select Erase.
accessed by pressing a single button on the remote, instead of manually entering the channel
number. To do this, select Favorite Channel from the Channel menu and press ENTER.
Use the up- or down-arrow button to select the memory location in which you want to store
the favorite channel. Then, use the left- or right-arrow button to specify the channel number.
To erase a favorite channel selection, press ENTER.
Press EXIT when you have finished programming favorite channels.
To recall a favorite channel, press the FAV CHAN button repeatedly on the remote control.
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To set the DView’s internal clock or configure the on/off timers, select Timer from the Main
Timer
Menu and press ENTER.
Timer
Time: To set the DView internal clock, select Time from the Timer menu and press ENTER.
Time
Then, do either of the following:
On Timer
Off Timer
Sleep Timer
Time Zone
Daylight Saving
•
To synchronize the internal clock with time codes sent by the local Public Broadcasting
Service (PBS) member station, select Auto Setup. The display must be connected to an
off-air antenna or CATV system in order for this to work.
•
To manually set the clock, use the up- or down-arrow button to select the hour of the day,
AM/PM or the minute of the hour to set. Then, use the left- or right-arrow buttons to set
that component of the time.
When finished, press MENU or EXIT.
On Timer: Use the On Timer to turn the DView on at a specific time of day. You can also
specify a channel and a volume level.
Off Timer: Use the Off Timer to turn the DView off at a specific time of day.
Sleep Timer: Use the Sleep Timer to turn off the DView after a specified interval.
To set the Sleep Timer:
•
Select Sleep Timer from the Timer menu and press ENTER. Use the right- or left-arrow
button to select 10, 30, 60, 120 or 180 minutes. Then, press MENU.
– OR –
•
Press the TIMER OFF button on the remote control repeatedly to select the desired timer
interval.
Time Zone: To set the local (North American) time zone, select Time Zone from the Timer
menu and press ENTER. Use the up- or down-arrow button to select Eastern, Central,
Mountain, Pacific, Alaska or Hawaii. Press ENTER to confirm your selection.
Daylight Saving: If you are in a region that observes Daylight Saving Time (DST), select
Daylight Saving from the Timer menu and set it to Automatic to have the DView
automatically adjust the time (one hour ahead on the first Sunday in April; one hour back on
the last Sunday in October). The display must be connected to an off-air antenna or CATV
system in order for this to work.
currently in effect. Set it to Off if DST is not currently in effect or not observed in your region
at all.
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Setup
Use the controls in the Setup menu to perform advanced image quality adjustments and
access various other DView features.
➤
Setup
up- or down-arrow buttons to select the OSD language (English, French, Spanish, Portuguese
or German). Press ENTER again to confirm your selection.
PC Mode Adjust: To improve the quality of displayed images from a computer or other
VESA-compliant, RGB (480p or higher) source, select PC Mode Adjust and press ENTER.
•
Auto Adjust: Auto Adjust automatically adjusts settings to optimize computer images. To
execute Auto Adjust on command, select Auto Adjust and press ENTER.
Auto Adjust may take some time to complete, depending on the
characteristics of the incoming signal.
Note
•
•
Clock: Use the up- or down-arrow buttons (
right-arrow button ( ) to increase the pixel clock rate; use the left-arrow button ( ) to
decrease it.
,
) to highlight Clock. Then, use the
Phase: Adjust the phase if the image shows shimmer or “horizontal” noise. Pixel phase
adjusts the phase of the pixel sampling clock relative to the incoming signal. The effect of
this control is similar to that of a tracking control on a VCR.
For best results, use a good test pattern such as a smooth gray consisting of a clear pattern
of black and white pixels, or a similar “half on, half off” graphic image. (You may notice
that you can stabilize the image at more than one point. Use either setting in this case.)
•
•
H Position: Use the up- or down-arrow buttons (
the right-arrow button ( ) to shift the image to the right; use the left-arrow button (
to shift the image to the left.
,
) to highlight H Position. Then, use
)
V Position: Use the up- or down-arrow buttons (
,
) to highlight V Position. Then, use
the right-arrow button ( ) to shift the image up; use the left-arrow button ( ) to shift
the image down.
To restore the factory-default Clock, Phase and Position settings, select Factory Preset and
press ENTER.
Caption: Select Caption from the Setup menu to control the display of closed captions when
watching programs that contain them.
•
•
Display: Select On or Off to control the display of closed captions.
Digital Mode: For digital TV broadcasts, select one of six captioning modes (Service1,
Service2 ... Service6). Service1 usually contains the native-language captions; if a program
is captioned in more than one language, those captions are carried on Service2 through
Service6.
•
Analog Mode: Select one of four captioning modes: CC1, CC2, CC3 or CC4. CC1 usually
contains the native-language captions; if a program is captioned in more than one
language, those captions are carried on CC2, CC3 or CC4.
The DView also supports “text mode” captioning; to use this feature, select Text1, Text2,
Text3 or Text4. The text modes, instead of displaying a few lines of captions somewhere
on the picture, take over all or half of the screen to display scrolling text information. (The
text modes are seldom used today, so most of the time there is no information there to
see.) The text field is sometimes used for embedding Internet data (called Interactive TV
Links, or ITV Links) in the captions.
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•
CC On Mute: To have the DView show captions when the audio output is muted, set this
option to Yes.
appearance of closed captions in digital TV broadcasts.
•
Control: Select Program to view the closed captions as presented by the broadcaster.
Or, select User to override the program’s closed caption formatting.
•
•
Font Size/Font Style: These settings alter the size and typeface of closed captions.
FG Color/BG Color/Edge Color: These settings alter the text color, background color
and text border color respectively.
•
•
FG Opacity/BG Opacity: These settings alter the degree to which the program “shows
through” the captions.
Edge Style: This setting alters the text border style.
Parental Control: To block the display of television programs or movies based on their
ratings, select Parental Control from the Setup menu and press ENTER. Enter the default
Personal Identification Number (PIN) – 0000 – and press ENTER again.
•
•
Parental Lock: This is the “master switch” for the parental controls. Set it to On on Off.
TV Rating: Select TV Rating from the Parental Control menu to block television programs
carrying a given rating, to prevent children from watching programs that are deemed
inappropriate. These ratings and content labels have been established by the United
States Federal Communications Commission (FCC) to help parents and other caregivers
determine if a program is suitable for young viewers.
To block programs carrying a given rating, use the up- or down-arrow to select a rating.
Then, press the right-arrow button to require the PIN code to be entered to view a
program with that rating. A lock icon ( ) appears to indicate that the restriction is active.
Table 4-2. FCC Ratings and Content Categories
Rating/Category
Description
TV-MA
Mature Audience Only - graphic violence, explicit sexual content
and/or offensive language
TV-14
TV-PG
Parents strongly cautioned - intense violence, sexual situations,
coarse language and/or suggestive dialogue
Parental guidance suggested - violence, sexual situations, coarse
language and/or suggestive dialogue
TV-G
TV-Y7
TV-Y
FV
General audience – suitable for children and adults
Children 7 and up
Suitable for all children
Fantasy violence or cartoon violence
Sexual dialogue
D
L
Offensive language
S
Sexual content
V
Violence
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Movie Rating: Select Movie Rating from the Parental Control menu to block movies
carrying a given rating, to prevent children from watching movies that are deemed
inappropriate. These ratings have been established by the Motion Picture Association of
America (MPAA) to help parents and other caregivers determine if a movie is suitable for
young viewers.
To block movies carrying a given rating, press the right-arrow button to require the PIN
code to be entered to view a movie with that rating. A lock icon ( ) appears to indicate
that the restriction is active.
•
•
Unrated: To allow or block access to unrated content, select Unrated from the Parental
Control menu and select Allow or Block. Press ENTER to confirm your choice.
Change PIN: The default PIN for accessing the parental controls or bypassing content
restrictions is 0000. Vidikron recommends changing this to something less obvious.
Letterbox Mode: Select Letterbox Mode from the
Setup menu to change the zoom factor that takes effect
when you select the Letterbox aspect ratio (refer to
Letterbox Mode = Letterbox
4:3 Image on
16:9 Display
(Letterbox aspect ratio)
When you select Letterbox, the image is enlarged
(zoomed in) by a factor of approximately 1.33.
When you select Cinema Fill, the zoom factor is
approximately 1.77 (1.33 x 1.33).
Letterbox Mode = Cinema Fill
4:3 Image on
16:9 Display
(Letterbox aspect ratio)
Input Selection: Input 1 and Input 2 have both S-Video and Composite video connectors.
Input 3 and Input 4 have both Component and Composite video connectors. To specify
which connection type you are using – or to switch from one to the other if equipment is
connected to both – select Input Selection from the Setup menu and press ENTER.
The default setting for all four AV inputs is Automatic. With this setting, the DView searches
for an active source on both connectors and displays the first one it detects. If equipment is
connected to both, Automatic input selection triggers a switch when a source component is
disconnected or powered off.
Monitor Out: If you have equipment connected to the AV OUT, select Monitor Out from the
Setup menu to route either the main or PIP audio/video signals to that output.
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Overscan (not available with PC signals): 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 television sets
may not display the outer edges of the broadcast picture area. Overscan effectively trims
away these inactive, outer edges and enlarges the remaining portion of the image to fill the
display area.
Use the on-screen slidebars to set the desired amount of horizontal and vertical overscan, as
well as horizontal and vertical image shift.
These settings only affect 480i source material. For HDTV, DVDs and other video sources,
Overscan is generally not necessary or desirable.
Label from the Setup menu and choose one from the list.
HDMI Audio: If the HDMI source is a PC or other device that does not support audio output
via HDMI, set HDMI Audio to PC.
If the source does support audio output via HDMI, set this option to HDMI to route the HDMI
(digital) audio signal to the speakers when HDMI1 or HDMI2 is selected.
RGB Signal: The RGB input supports both DTV and VESA (computer) resolutions and signal
timings. If the RGB source is a computer, select PC. If it is a DTV set-top box or other
equipment with an RGB output, select Video.
Film Mode: To smooth out moving images from interlaced, standard-definition (SD) sources,
In most cases, the DView detects the proper “pull-down” rate and vertical frequency.
However, if your source is jittery and/or tearing you may wish to specify the pull-down rate
(2:2 or 3:2) to ensure stable processing for that source.
DView adjust the Backlight setting automatically, according to the ambient light level in the
viewing area.
menus remain on-screen after selecting them. Select from 0 to 60 seconds, in 10-second
increments. When you set the OSD to 0, the menus remain on-screen until you hide them by
pressing EXIT.
when no source signal is present for the selected amount of time.
When Auto Off is set to zero (0) minutes (disabled), the DView remains in normal operating
mode, regardless of the presence or absence of an input sync signal.
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ISF Calibration
Use the ISF Calibration menu to perform advanced picture quality adjustments. This menu
should be used by ISF-certified technicians only.
➤
ISF Calibration
Picture Adjust
White Balance
Blue Enable
You must enter a passcode to access the ISF Calibration menu.
Note
Baud Rate
Factory Reset
Splash Duration
menu, but are accessible only by entering the ISF Calibration menu passcode. This makes it
possible to restore the picture quality settings to what they were when the DView was
installed, simply by recalling the “ISF Night” or “ISF Day” preset.
•
•
•
•
•
•
ADC Phase Adj.: This control works similarly to the Phase adjustment for RGB signals
lower-resolution Component, S-Video or Composite sources. For best results, adjust ADC
•
•
•
•
If you are adjusting a “Custom” color temperature, select Custom from the
Tip
Color Temp. menu and press ENTER. Then, press ENTER a second time to
go directly to the White Balance menu. (This shortcut is available only from
the ISF Calibration menu.)
•
•
Black Level: This control compensates for incoming elevated black levels present in
certain video signals. The default setting (32) results in a minimum black level of
approximately 0 IRE. Adjust as needed to match the dynamic range of the source; increase
the value if blacks appear elevated (dark gray). If blacks appear “crushed” (too dark), use a
lower settting.
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Save Settings: For each input and supported resolution, the DView lets you save image
quality settings as presets that you can recall at a later time. You can create up to three
presets – designated “Custom,” “ISF Day” and “ISF Night” – per input and resolution.
You should save changes to any of the following settings to a preset; otherwise they will
be lost when a new input source or resolution is selected:
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
Brightness
Contrast
Color saturation
Tint
Sharpness
Gamma
Color temperature and white balance
To save image settings to a preset, select Save Settings from the ISF Calibration menu and
select “Custom,“ “ISF Day” or “ISF Night.”
White Balance: To remove any trace of color from the white areas of the projected image,
choose White Balance from the Picture Adjust menu and press ENTER.
White Balance
R Gain
•
Gain: Use the Gain controls to correct color imbalances in the bright areas of the image. A
good way to do this is to use a test pattern consisting mostly of solid white areas, such as
an 80 IRE “window” pattern. If the white areas contain traces of red, green or blue,
decrease the Gain for that color.
100
100
100
50
G Gain
B Gain
R Offset
G Offset
B Offset
•
Offset: Use the Offset controls in the White Balance sub-menu to correct color imbalances
in the dark areas of the image. A good way to do this is to use a test pattern consisting
mostly of dark gray areas, such as a 30 IRE “window” pattern. If the gray areas contain
traces of red, green or blue, decrease the Offset for that color.
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50
Any white balance adjustments you make here are automatically stored
as a “Custom” color temperature.
Note
Blue Enable: Blue Enable removes all red and green color information from the image,
simulating a blue filter. You can use it instead of a blue filter when performing color and tint
adjustments.
Baud Rate: Select Baud Rate from the ISF Calibration menu to set the data transfer rate of the
DView’s RS-232 SERVICE port. (This setting must match the data rate of the device connected
to the RS-232 input.)
the ISF Calibration menu and press ENTER. This command is not undoable. Use it with
caution!
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To use PIP, press the PIP (
) button.
4.5
ASPECT
SIZE
POSITION
SWAP
PIP
Using Picture-In-Picture
(PIP)
S.SWAP
TV/AV
TIMER
OFF
The PIP window appears inside the main image
window.
Press PIP again to switch to side-by-side PIP mode.
Press PIP again to turn PIP off.
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Press the TV/AV button (
which of the other sources are available as a PIP source.
Table 4-3. Available Main and PIP Source Combinations
PIP Input Source
INPUT3
INPUT4
TV INPUT1 INPUT2
RGB HDMI1 HDMI2
VIDEO COMP VIDEO COMP
–
√
√
√
√
√
√
√
√
√
√
√
√
√
√
√
√
√
√
–
√
√
√
√
√
√
√
√
–
√
√
√
√
–
–
√
√
–
–
√
√
√
√
–
√
√
√
–
√
√
√
√
√
√
√
√
√
√
√
√
√
√
√
√
√
√
√
√
√
√
√
√
√
√
√
–
√
√
–
√
√
√
–
–
√
–
–
√
–
–
√
√
√
√
√
√
√
–
–
–
Notes:
1. “√” means that that source is available as a PIP source when that input is selected; “–” means that it is not.
2. The DView cannot display the same source in both the main and PIP windows, nor can it display RGB
and HDMI (digital) signals simultaneously.
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To change the PIP window position, press the POSITION
) button on the remote control repeatedly until
the window is in the desired position.
Changing the PIP Position
ASPECT
SIZE
POSITION
SWAP
PIP
(
S.SWAP
TV/AV
TIMER
OFF
3
4
2
1
To change the PIP window size, press the SIZE (
button on the remote control repeatedly to achieve the
desired window size.
)
Changing the PIP Size
ASPECT
SIZE
POSITION
SWAP
PIP
S.SWAP
TV/AV
TIMER
OFF
To change the aspect ratio of the PIP window from 4:3 to
Changing the PIP Aspect
Ratio
ASPECT
SIZE
POSITION
SWAP
PIP
16:9 or vice versa, press the ASPECT (
) button on
the remote control.
SSWAP
TV/AV
TIMER
OFF
ratios.
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Swapping the Main and PIP
To swap the main and PIP images, press the SWAP
button on the remote control.
➤
ASPECT
SIZE
POSITION
SWAP
PIP
Images
S.SWAP
TV/AV
TIMER
OFF
Swapping the Main and PIP
Audio Programs
To swap the main and PIP audio programs, press the
S.SWAP button on the remote control.
➤
ASPECT
SIZE
POSITION
SWAP
PIP
S.SWAP
TV/AV
TIMER
OFF
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The DView supports Multichannel Television Sound (MTS), the broadcast audio standard that
allows transmission of both stereo and Secondary Audio Program (SAP) content.
4.6
Stereo Sound/SAP
The SAP is usually a foreign-language translation. However, it can also be used for other
purposes such as Described Video Services (DVS), which provide descriptive narration of key
visual elements in programs for the benefit of the visually impaired.
You can select sound options (Mono, Stereo, SAP or
Mono+SAP) depending on the broadcast signal by
pressing the MTS/SAP button on the remote control.
S.MODE
SURRND
MTS/SAP
MUTE
INFO
PREV
CHAN
FAV
CHAN
•
Choose Stereo for channels that are broadcasting in
stereo.
•
Choose Mono for channels that are broadcasting in
mono, or if you are having difficulty receiving a
stereo signal.
•
•
Choose SAP to listen to the Secondary Audio
Program.
Choose Mono+SAP to listen to both the primary and
secondary audio programs (for example, when a
program has a DVS audio track).
Table 4-4 summarizes the audio broadcast modes supported by the DView.
Table 4-4. Compatibility with Stereo and SAP Audio Broadcasts
Receive Mode
Broadcast Mode
Mono
Mono
Stereo
Mono
SAP
Mono+SAP
Mono
Mono
Mono
Mono
SAP
Stereo
Mono
Mono
Mono
Stereo
Mono
Stereo
Stereo
Mono+SAP
Stereo+SAP
Mono+SAP
Mono+SAP
SAP
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5Maintenance and Troubleshooting
Regular cleaning will extend the life and performance of the DView. Before cleaning, be sure
to unplug the power cord from the power outlet.
5.1
Cleaning
Do not under any circumstances use solvents such as benzene or thinner to clean the DView.
Doing so may cause deterioration or peeling of paint from the display or remote control unit.
Cleaning the Display Panel
Body and Remote Control
Wipe the display and remote control gently with a soft cloth. In case of excessive dirt buildup,
dampen a soft cloth with a diluted neutral cleaning detergent. Wring the cloth thoroughly,
then wipe the component and dry it with a dry soft cloth.
After dusting, wipe the screen gently using a soft cloth (cotton, flannel etc.). Do not use tissue
or coarse fabric. The screen surface is easily scratched; do not rub it or hit it with a hard
object.
Cleaning the Screen
If you clean the surface of the screen with a wet cloth, do not allow water droplets on the
surface to enter into the product; this may cause a malfunction.
As a general rule, use a vacuum cleaner about once a month to clean the vents on the rear
panel of the display of dust buildup (set the vacuum cleaner to its weakest setting when
doing this). If not removed, accumulated dust can cause the internal temperature to increase,
resulting in possible breakdown or fire.
Cleaning the Vents
Table 5-1 provides some general guidelines for troubleshooting problems you may
encounter with the DView. If the suggested solutions fail to resolve the problem or if you
encounter an issue not described here, please contact your Vidikron dealer or Vidikron
Technical Support.
5.2
Troubleshooting Tips
Table 5-1. Troubleshooting Chart
Symptom
Possible Cause(s)
Solution
The display does not turn on
after initial installation.
•
•
The DView is not plugged
in or the AC outlet is not
active.
•
•
Ensure that the DView is
plugged in and that the AC
outlet is active.
Replace the batteries.
The remote control
batteries have run out.
The display is on, but there is
no picture.
•
•
Incorrect source selection.
Source component is not
turned on.
•
•
Select the correct source.
Turn on the source
component.
•
Source component is
connected incorrectly or
not at all.
•
Check video connections to
source component.
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Table 5-1. Troubleshooting Chart (continued)
Symptom
Possible Cause(s)
Solution
Picture is okay, but there is no
sound.
•
Audio output is muted.
•
Press the MUTE button on
the remote control.
•
•
Volume setting is too low.
Source component is
connected incorrectly or
not at all.
•
•
Turn up the volume.
Check audio connections to
source component.
•
•
Speakers are connected
incorrectly or not at all.
Audio settings are
incorrect.
•
•
Check speaker connections
Check the following
settings: Digital Audio Out
Image is too bright and/or
lacks definition in the bright
areas of the image.
•
•
Contrast is set too high.
Brightness is set too high.
•
•
Lower the contrast setting.
Image appears “washed out”
and/or dark areas appear too
bright.
Lower the brightness
setting.
Black or white dots appear on
all channels or a specific
channel.
•
•
Antenna or cable TV source
is connected incorrectly or
not at all.
•
•
Check the antenna or cable
TV connection.
Broadcast signal is weak.
If using an off-air antenna,
adjust its position or
location.
Colors in the image are
swapped; for example, reds
appear blue or vice versa.
•
•
•
The Red/Pr, Green/Y or
•
•
•
Ensure that the source
outputs are connected to
the correct DView input.
Blue/Pb outputs from the
source are connected to the
wrong inputs on the DView.
RGB-HD images appear
“noisy.”
Clock and Phase settings
need adjustment.
Manually adjust Clock and
Phase settings, or perform
an Auto-Adjust (refer to PC
“Out of range” appears
on-screen.
The resolution and
Select a compatible
resolution and vertical
frequency (refer to
frequency of the video card
in the computer are not
compatible with the DView.
The image is too large or too
small.
•
•
Image size needs adjusting.
•
•
Adjust the image size (refer
Poor broadcast sound quality.
The sound quality of a
stereo broadcast may be
unstable in an area with a
weak signal.
Use the MTS/SAP button
on the remote control to
select mono.
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6Serial Communications
To interface the DView with a home theater automation/control system or a PC running
(Use a straight-through cable.)
6.1
RS-232 Connection and
Port Configuration
Configure the RS-232 controller or PC serial port as follows: no parity, 8 data bits, 1 stop bit
and no flow control. Set the baud rate to match that of the DView RS-232 port. To check the
•
•
•
Commands are in ASCII format and are not case-sensitive.
A carriage return is not required after a command.
6.2
Serial Command Syntax
When you send a valid command, the DView executes it and acknowledges it with a
right-bracket character (]) followed by the four-digit numeric code you sent; for example,
]0002.
•
•
When you send an invalid command (one followed by values outside the valid range for
that command), the DView ignores it and returns >MAX or <MIN instead of the four-digit
code.
When you send an unrecognized/misspelled command, the DView ignores it and returns
-N/A instead of the four-digit code.
Table 6-1 lists the RS-232 command set.
Table 6-1. Serial Commands
Command
Description
Set audio volume to ### ( = 000-100)
[
S3A
0###
Example: [S3A0075 sets volume to 75
Audio volume up
[
[
[
+3A
-3A
S3E
Audio volume down
Audio mute (speakers/headphones)
0 = not muted, 1 = muted
000#
Example: [S3E0001 mutes the audio output
Main input selection
0 = TV
[
S4A
000#
1 = Input1
2 = Input2
3 = Input3
4 = Input4
6 = RGB
8 = HDMI1
9 = HDMI2
Example: [S4A0006 selects RGB
Select “next” Main AV input
[
+4A
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Table 6-1. Serial Commands (continued)
Command
Description
Aspect ratio selection
0 = 4:3 (Standard)
1 = IntelliWide
[
S4E
000#
2 = Letterbox
3 = 16:9 (Anamorphic)
Example: [S4E0002 selects Letterbox
PIP Input selection
0 = TV
[
S4G
000#
1 = Input1
2 = Input2
3 = Input3
4 = Input4
6 = RGB
8 = HDMI1
9 = HDMI2
Example: [S4G0003 selects PIP Input3
Select “next” PIP AV input
[
[
+4G
SAB
Power on/off control
0 = standby, 1 = on
000#
Example: [SAB0001 turns unit on
Caption on/off
0 = off
[
SCA
000#
1 = on
Example: [SCA0000 turns caption off
Set major channel (AIR); ## = 01 - 99
[
SCB
Example: [SCB0002 selects off-air channel 2
Set major channel (CABLE); ### = 001 - 125
00##
[
SCB
1###
Example: [SCB1102 selects cable channel 102
Set minor channel; #### = 0000 - 9999
[
SCD
####
(Note: You must send a “Set major channel” command first.)
Example: [SCD0001 selects minor channel 1
Set PIP mode
0 = OFF
[
SDA
000#
1 = PIP
2 = PBP
TV channel up
[
[
+CB
-CB
TV channel down
Example: [SDA0002 selects PBP
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Table 6-1. Serial Commands (continued)
Command
Description
Set PIP size
0 = small
[
SDB
000#
1 = medium
2 = large
Example: [SDB0001 selects medium PIP size
Set PIP aspect ratio
0 = 4:3
[
SDE
000#
1 = 16:9
Example: [SDE0001 selects 16:9 aspect ratio PIP window
Set PIP window position
0 = Top/Left
[
SDF
000#
1 = Top/Right
2 = Bottom/Left
3 = Bottom/Right
Example: [SDF0001 positions PIP window in upper-right corner of display area
The following serial commands are meant to emulate buttons on the remote control. Each button
has its own serial command, so effectively it is as if you were using the IR remote only you’ll be doing
so via serial commands. These commands provide active OSD responses just like the IR remote.
Each command begins with [key followed by the four-digit number of the button. No carriage
return is necessary. The response you receive from the unit if the command is valid will be a
right-bracket (]) followed by the four-digit numeric code you sent. (For example, the ‘ON’ command
is [key0015; the response will be ]0015). All commands are in ASCII.
OFF
[
key
0002
0015
0004
0005
0006
0008
0009
0010
0012
0013
0014
0035
0017
0023
0105
ON
Number 1
Number 2
Number 3
Number 4
Number 5
Number 6
Number 7
Number 8
Number 9
Number “–”
Number 0
TV
[
key
INPUT1
[
key
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Table 6-1. Serial Commands (continued)
Command
Description
INPUT2
0027
0028
0001
0102
0101
0019
0003
0062
0031
0040
0043
0039
0126
0007
0016
0018
0011
0046
0026
0100
0063
0047
0034
0032
0037
0052
0033
0036
0053
0054
INPUT3
INPUT4
HDMI1
HDMI2
RGB HD
CUSTOM
ISF NIGHT
ISF DAY
[
[
key
key
16:9 (ANA)
4:3
LETTERBOX
INTELLIWIDE
Right-Arrow key
Down-Arrow key
Up-Arrow key
Left-Arrow key
ENTER
[
key
MENU
[
[
[
key
key
key
EXIT
PIP ASPECT RATIO
PIP SIZE
PIP POSITION
PIP
TIMER OFF
S.SWAP
SWAP
TV/AV
S.MODE
[
key
SURROUND
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Table 6-1. Serial Commands (continued)
Command
Description
MTS/SAP
0024
0091
0057
0045
0044
0055
MUTE
PREVIOUS CHANNEL
FAVORITE CHANNEL
CLOSED CAPTION (on/off)
INFO
[
key
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7Specifications
Table 7-1 lists the DView specifications.
7.1
DView Specifications
Table 7-1. DView Specifications
Native Resolution:
Screen Size:
1920 x 1080
VL-40 = 40 in. (diagonal)
VL-46 = 46 in. (diagonal)
Screen Aspect Ratio:
Available Aspect Ratios:
DTV Compatibility:
ISF Settings:
16:9
4:3, Letterbox, 16:9 Anamorphic, IntelliWide™
480i/p, 576i/p, 720p, 1080i, 1080p
Yes
Contrast Ratio:
1000:1
Data/Graphics Compatibility:
Imagix Processing:
Inputs:
Refer to Table 7-2
3:2 or 2:2 pull down
Multiple input combinations with up to
(4) Composite Video
(2) S-Video
(2) Component Video
(2) HDMI w/HDCP
(1) RGB (15-pin D-sub)
(1) RS-232 Control
(5) Analog Audio
(4 stereo RCA pairs + 3.5-mm stereo mini jack)
(1) RF Antenna
(1) CATV (75-ohm coaxial)
Outputs:
(1) Composite Video
(1) Analog Audio (stereo RCA pair)
(1) Stereo headphone (3.5-mm stereo mini jack)
(1) Digital Audio (S/PDIF, RCA coaxial)
(1) Digital Audio (TosLink optical)
Audio System:
Tuner:
10W RMS x 2, L/R two-way Detachable Speaker System
NTSC/ATSC Stereo (PAL as monitor only), HDTV, PIP/PBP,
Parental Control (V-Chip), Closed Caption
Discrete IR Control:
Power Requirements:
Power Consumption:
Source, power and aspect ratios
100 to 240 VAC, 50/60Hz
VL-40 = 270W
VL-46 = 310W
Operating Environment:
Dimensions:
40ºF to 95ºF (5ºC to 35ºC);
20% to 80% humidity (non-condensing)
VL-40 = see Figure 7-1
VL-46 = see Figure 7-2
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Table 7-1. DView Specifications (continued)
Weight:
VL-40 = 63.93 lbs. (29.0 kg)
VL-46 = 76.28 lbs. (34.6 kg)
Regulatory Approvals:
Limited Warranty:
Complies with FCC, UL
One (1) year parts and labor from the date of delivery to the
end user.
Specifications are subject to change without notice.
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The DView can display video signals from a variety of computer sources via its RGB-HD and
HDMI inputs.
7.3
Computer Signal
Compatibility
Table 7-2 lists the signal types that are compatible with the DView, and indicates which of
those are VESA standards.
Table 7-2. Computer/Video Signal Compatibility Chart
Signal
Type
Vertical Frequency
(Hz)
Horizontal
Frequency (kHz)
Mode
640x350
RGB
HDMI
VESA
VESA
VESA
MAC
MAC
MAC
VESA
VESA
VESA
VESA
VESA
VESA
VESA
VESA
VESA
VESA
VESA
85
85
60
67
72
75
56
60
72
75
60
70
75
60
75
60
60
85.00
85.00
60.00
66.70
72.80
75.00
56.00
60.30
72.20
75.00
60.00
70.10
75.00
60.00
75.00
60.00
60.00
31.28
35.78
29.82
35.00
37.90
37.50
35.20
37.90
48.70
46.90
48.40
56.50
60.00
47.70
80.17
74.52
67.50
√
√
√
√
√
√
√
√
√
√
√
√
√
√
√
√
√
–
–
√
√
√
√
√
√
√
√
√
√
√
–
√
√
√
640x400
640x480
640x480
640x480
640x480
800x600
800x600
800x600
800x600
1024x768
1024x768
1024x768
1280x768
1280x1024
1600x1200
1920x1080
Note: The DView may not be able to display images from notebook computers in simultaneous
(CRT/LCD) mode. Should this occur, switch the notebook computer to “CRT only” mode. If you are unsure
how to do this, refer to your notebook computer’s user manual.
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