NEC 42PD3 Flat Panel Television User Manual


 
PLASMA MONITOR
3
NOTE:
When you connect a computer to this monitor, attach the sup-
plied ferrite cores. If you do not do this, this monitor will not
conform to mandatory FCC standards.
Attaching the ferrite cores.
Set the ferrite cores on both ends of the DVI cable (not sup-
plied), and the power cable (supplied).
Close the lid tightly until the clamps click.
Set side
(Plasma Monitor side)
DVI cable (not supplied)
core (small)
core (small)
Connector
Power cable (supplied)
core (large)
band
band
Recommendations to avoid or minimize phosphor
burn-in
Like all phosphor-based display devices and all other gas plasma
displays, Plasma monitors can be susceptible to phosphor burn
under certain circumstances. Certain operating conditions, such
as the continuous display of a static image over a prolonged pe-
riod of time, can result in phosphor burn if proper precautions are
not taken. To protect your investment in this NEC plasma moni-
tor, please adhere to the following guidelines and recommenda-
tions for minimizing the occurrence of image burn:
* Always enable and use your computer's screen saver function
during use with a computer input source.
* Display a moving image whenever possible.
* Always power down the monitor when you are finished using it.
NEC has built-in several operating modes in your PlasmaSync PD
Series monitor to help you reduce the likelihood of phosphor burn.
These are called the AccuShield Phosphor Protection System. If
the Plasmasync monitor is in long-term use or continuous opera-
tion, use the functions available in AccuShield to reduce the likeli-
hood of perceptible phosphor burn or to diminish its perceptible
effects if it occurs. See pages 37,45 and 46 for instructions on
how to use the Orbiter, Low Brightness and Inverse RGB modes
of AccuShield.
* Lower the Brightness and Contrast levels as much as possible
without impairing image readability.
* Display an image with many colors and color gradations (ie.
photographic or photo-realistic images).
* Create image content with minimal contrast between light and
dark areas. For example white characters on black backgrounds.
Use complementary or pastel colors whenever possible.
* Avoid displaying images with few colors and distinct, sharply
defined borders between colors.
Contact NEC Technologies at 1-800-836-0655 for other recom-
mended procedures that will best suit your particular application
needs.
To avoid damage and prolong operating life:
1. Use only with 120V 50/60Hz AC power supply. Continued op-
eration at line voltages greater than 120 Volts AC will shorten
the life of the unit, and might even cause a fire hazard.
2. Handle the unit carefully when installing it and do not drop.
3. Set the unit away from heat, excessive dust, and direct sun-
light.
4. Protect the inside of the unit from liquids and small metal ob-
jects. In case of accident, unplug the unit and have it serviced
by an authorized NEC Service Center.
5. Do not hit or scratch the panel surface as this causes flaws on
the surface of the screen.
6. For correct installation and mounting it is strongly recom-
mended to use a trained, authorized NEC dealer.
7. As is the case with any phosphor-based display (like a CRT
monitor, for example) light output will gradually decrease over
the life of a Plasma Display Panel.
Important Information
core (large)