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- Page 1 VPW450HD USER GUIDE 42” PLASMA DISPLAY...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
TROUBLE SHOOTING ... 38 Troubleshoot Common Conditions ... 38 Customer Support ... 39 LIMITED WARRANTY ... 40 VIEWSONIC Plasma Display ... 40 Power Cord Safety Guidelines ... 41 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ... 42 CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE ... 43 FCC Information ... 44... -
Page 3: For Your Records
Image Optimization files are also available free of charge at our web site. Go to www.viewsonic.com and select “Support.” If you do not have access to the internet or if you require further assistance, contact "Customer Support" on page 39. -
Page 4: Package Contents
Plasma Display Power Cable China Power Cable EU Power Cable UK Power Cable US Note: Only suitable power cable is provided for the country of destination. ViewSonic VPW450HD Remote Control Quick Start Guide(QSG) VGA Cable S-VIDEO Cable CD WIZARD Batteries... -
Page 5: Product Features
Bass Extension Circuitry / Subwoofer Out Enhance bass performance by adding a separate powered subwoofer to the display’s subwoofer output. RS232 Serial Connection The RS232 command set includes front panel lock, input selection, power on/off, volume and other standard RS232 command controls. ViewSonic VPW450HD... -
Page 6: Understanding Your Display
Solid Green - Power ON Rear View RGB/Computer Related Connectors ViewSonic VPW450HD Input Button Use this button to switch between available inputs. Menu +/- Buttons Use this menu to engage the On Screen Display menu. -
Page 7: Remote Control
(See Page 21) Display Press to show the status of the display. AV Mode (PIP/POP On) Main Source PIP/POP Source Component Mode Component 1 Main Source 1080i Incoming Signal RGB Mode Main Source M:06 Display Mode (See Page 20) ViewSonic VPW450HD... -
Page 8: Connecting The Display
“VIDEO 1” input on the back of display. 2. Connect the red (R) and white (L) audio jacks from the DVD to the R and L audio-in jacks located next to the yellow “VIDEO 1” connector. ViewSonic VPW450HD ”or “C ”) jack 1” jack of the ”or “C... -
Page 9: Connecting A Hdtv Decoder Set-Top Box
HDTV Set Top Box (see page 24). This is caused by the different video timings set by various HDTV Set Top Box manufacturers. ” or “C ”) jack from 1” jack of ”or “C ”) jack from 1” jack ViewSonic VPW450HD... -
Page 10: Connecting A Vcr
1. This display is equipped with a subwoofer output for con- necting to an external amplified subwoofer. 2. Connect a RCA cable from the subwoofer output jack to the external subwoofer. ViewSonic VPW450HD Note: The AUDIO OUT RCA jacks can be set to either Fixed or Variable audio output lev- els. -
Page 11: Connecting A Pc
“16:9”. If the PC’s display resolution exceeds these maximums, the display will have to artificially eliminate dots in order to fit within the physical dot capability of the display; therefore, it is possible that the display may not be able to show details with adequate clarity. ViewSonic VPW450HD... -
Page 12: Operating The Display-Basics
Selecting Signal Source Input Select (Toggle) Direct Input Selection Keys ViewSonic VPW450HD POWER(Toggle) Status LED Not Illuminated - No AC Power detected If the main power switch (rear of panel) is turned off, this LED will not illuminate. -
Page 13: Using Front Panel/Remote Control
OSD, then volume controls will not affect volume generated by the built-in speaker. Volume controls are valid when audio output is set to “variable” (See page 19). If audio output is set to “fixed”, then volume control is not active. MUTE VOLUME +/- ViewSonic VPW450HD... -
Page 14: Running Hdtv
Interlaced scanning is a method that creates a TV picture with alternating lines of information and is the cause for flickering. Progressive scanning is a method that creates a TV picture with consecutive lines of informa- tion that results in flicker-free picture quality. ViewSonic VPW450HD Horizontal Res. Aspect Ratio... - Page 15 This plasma display is compatible with digital TV. In order to receive digital television broadcasts, you will need to use a “HDTV decoder” or “HDTV Set Top Box” with component video output or RGB video output. Please consult your local sales representative prior to purchasing a HDTV decoder or HDTV Set Top Box. ViewSonic VPW450HD...
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Page 16: Advanced Functions
1. Once the PIP or POP mode is turned on, you can change the main picture’s input source by pressing the INPUT SELECT key or any one of the DIRECT INPUT KEYS. ViewSonic VPW450HD PIP Mode POP Mode Notes: 1. POP (4:3) Mode will preserve 4:3 aspect ratio for both images displayed in the POP windows. - Page 17 1. By default, the OSD will always display DISABLE. To swap the main (left) and sub (right) windows, use the ADJ +/- key to switch to ENABLE. Once the swap is complete, the OSD will return to display DISABLE. signals. ViewSonic VPW450HD...
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Page 18: Widescreen (16:9 Aspect Ratio) Viewing Modes
3. When using RGB or DVI inputs, only 4:3 and 16:9 modes are available. 4. Do not stay in 4:3 mode for an extended period, as this may cause a permanent after-image to remain on your screen. ViewSonic VPW450HD For Widescreen Content Many popular DVD titles are “anamorphic” (wide- screen);... -
Page 19: Widescreen Viewing Modes (Con't)
You can set the OSD menu’s background to transparent or with a blue background. Set to OFF if you want a transparent setting. Set to ON if you want a blue background. Note: To prevent permanent after-image, we strongly suggest to turn “OSD TIMEOUT” to ON. ViewSonic VPW450HD... -
Page 20: Sleep Timer Settings
5. If you wish to turn the sleep timer OFF before it shuts itself off, sim- ply press the SLEEP TIMER key again and cycle through all the pre- set times until “SLEEP: OFF” is displayed. ViewSonic VPW450HD Sleep Timer On/Off To turn on sleep timer, switch to ON position. -
Page 21: Variable And Fixed Audio Output
OFF if the INNER SPKR is turned ON to protect the internal speaker from damage. This function will affect the BASS performance only through AUDIO OUTPUT jacks and when the AUDIO OUTPUT setting is set to VARIABLE. ViewSonic VPW450HD Sound ®... -
Page 22: Signal Frequency Information Display
33.0 1080i (HDTV) 45.0 720P (HDTV) ViewSonic VPW450HD INPUT H-FREQ (KHZ) Displays the horizontal signal frequency of the signal currently displayed. Please use the frequency cross reference tables below to see which type of signal is being displayed under various input modes. -
Page 23: Adjusting Picture
This function is not applicable in this mode. SCREEN WIDTH Use to change various screen width modes. See page 16 for more information. ZOOM Use to change various digital zoom modes. See page 16 for more information. ViewSonic VPW450HD... -
Page 24: For Component Video
1. Each of the (4) color temperature settings may not be exactly equal to the temperature setting as defined; however, it will be approximately close. ViewSonic VPW450HD CONTRAST Adjust Contrast to increase the level of “white” in the video picture. - Page 25 Decrease to reduce the picture size in the horizontal direction. H-POSITION Use to change horizontal position of the picture. Increase to shift the picture to the right. Decrease to shift the picture to the left. RETURN Return to “PICTURE” OSD menu. ViewSonic VPW450HD...
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Page 26: For Rgb / Dvi
1. Each of the (4) color temperature settings may not be exactly equal to the temperature setting as defined; however, it will be approximately close. ViewSonic VPW450HD CONTRAST Adjust Contrast to increase the level of “white” in the video picture. -
Page 27: Specifications
H: support to 31K~91KHz V: support to 50~85Hz DVI Signal Type Digital Polarity Positive or Negative Frequency H: support to 31K~69KHz V: support to 50~85Hz Audio Signal Analog 500mV rms /more than 22K ohm Input 150mV+/-3db Output 1.0Vpp+/-0.2Vpp@4.7ohms and Y/P ViewSonic VPW450HD... - Page 28 852(WGA)x480 640x480 832x624 1152x870 1280x960 Notes: *These modes are not supported in DVI mode. Modes 24-26 are for use with Apple Macintosh computers. ViewSonic VPW450HD RED GND GREEN GND BLUE GND H-SYNC V-SYNC Pin Signal Assignment TMDS Data 1- TMDS Data 1+...
- Page 29 Practical max. Audio output (at 10% THD max.) Sound distortion (at 250 mw 1K Hz) Audio output (input at 1.4V With Stand 49.45in./1040mm 31.89in./690mm 11.81in./375mm ° ° C (23~113 500µW Max. 1.0vp-p 1K Hz input5W +5W Max. /4 ohm 1% Max. >=1.0 V ViewSonic VPW450HD...
- Page 30 Mode H-sync Normal Pulse Stand-by No pulse Power saving Pulse This Plasma display is Energy star compliant when used with a computer equipped with DPMS. ViewSonic VPW450HD V-sync Video Pulse Active No pulse No video No pulse blanked No pulse...
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Page 31: Wall Mount (Option)
WALL MOUNT (OPTION) Rear View Note: Follow mount bracket instruction included in mounting kit. This type of equipment is to be installed by qualified installers, please contact with authorized dealer for installation. ViewSonic VPW450HD... -
Page 32: Appendix
Example of antenna grounding as per National Electrical Code is as the right picture. ViewSonic VPW450HD... -
Page 33: Remote Control
(See Page 21) Display Press to show the status of the display. AV Mode (PIP/POP On) Main Source PIP/POP Source Component Mode Component 1 Main Source 1080i Incoming Signal RGB Mode Main Source M:06 Display Mode (See Page 20) ViewSonic VPW450HD... -
Page 34: Selecting Signal Source
4. Press the MENU - Key once to scroll down to “CHANNEL”. 5. Press the ADJ +/- Key to adjust the TV channel. ViewSonic VPW450HD Using Front Panel or Remote Control 1. Press the INPUT key on the front panel or the INPUT SELECT key on the remote control. -
Page 35: Tv Tuner Settings
AIR. BACKGROUND / BACKGROUND COLOR Background setting eliminates the “snowflake” effect that results when a TV channel is not available by displaying a colored background. The BACKGROUND COLOR setting allows you to choose the color preference. ViewSonic VPW450HD... -
Page 36: Favorite Channel / Channel Lock
4. After setting the passcode, the channel is now locked and viewing is not possible unless the same passcode is entered. ViewSonic VPW450HD CHANNEL Selects the channel to display by the display. This has the same... -
Page 37: Parental Guide
TV-PG: Guidance Suggested TV-14: Strongly Cautioned TV-MA: Mature Audience Figure 1 Figure 2 Figure 3 Figure 4 Figure 5 For MPAA Rating G: General Audience PG: Parental Guidance PG-13: Strongly Cautioned R: Restricted NC-17: No One Under 17 ViewSonic VPW450HD... -
Page 38: Passcode Setting
If you incorrectly enter “NEW PASSCODE” three times, the dis- play will go back to the “Press NEW PASSCODE” step and request that you set the new passcode again. ViewSonic VPW450HD Figure 1 Figure 2 Figure 3... -
Page 39: Adjusting Picture
This function is not applicable in this mode. SCREEN WIDTH Use to change various screen width modes. See page 16 for more information. ZOOM Use to change various digital zoom modes. See page 16 for more information. ViewSonic VPW450HD... -
Page 40: Trouble Shooting
4:3 normal mode) ViewSonic VPW450HD Remedy 1. Plug in the power cord. 2. Make sure the power switch is switched 3. Connect a signal connection to the dis- play. -
Page 41: Customer Support
T: 886 2 2246 3456 F: 886 2 8242 3668 viewsonic.com/asia T: 886 2 2246 3456 F: 886 2 8242 3668 Email service.us@ viewsonic.com service.ca@ viewsonic.com service.eu@ viewsoniceurope.com service.eu@ viewsoniceurope.com service.au@ viewsonic.com service.sg@ viewsonic.com service.ap@ viewsonic.com service.ap@ viewsonic.com ViewSonic VPW450HD... -
Page 42: Limited Warranty
(d) a description of the problem, and (e) the serial number of the product. Take or ship the product freight prepaid in the original container to an authorized ViewSonic service center or ViewSonic. For additional information or the name of the nearest ViewSonic service center, contact ViewSonic. -
Page 43: Power Cord Safety Guidelines
If you have any questions concerning which proper power cord to use, please consult with the dealer from whom you have purchased the product. Switzerland ...SEV Britain...BASE/BS Japan...Electric Appliance Control Act Maximum Current Rating of Unit 10 Amps 12 Amps 12 Amps 10 Amps 12 Amps ViewSonic VPW450HD... -
Page 44: Important Safety Instructions
• Unit has been dropped or the cabinet has been damaged. • Unit exhibits a distinct change in performance, indicating a need for service. ViewSonic VPW450HD WARNING RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK... -
Page 45: Cleaning And Maintenance
BBE is a registered trademark of BBE Sound Inc. SRS, SRS and (o) symbol are trademarks of SRS Labs Inc. SRS technology is incorporated under license from SRS Labs, Inc. All other trademarks are the properties of their respective owners. ViewSonic VPW450HD... -
Page 46: Fcc Information
The device complies with the requirements of the EEC directive 89/336/EEC as amended by 93/68/EEC Art.5 with regard to “Electromagnetic compatibility,” and 73/23/EEC as amended by 93/68/EEC Art.13 with regard to “Safety.” User Information for All Countries NOTICE: Use the cables which are included with the Plasma Display or specified. ViewSonic VPW450HD... - Page 47 ViewSonic VPW450HD...
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