Simplicity Series
Simplicity Series Safety Instructions Warnings and Precautions KNOW THESE SAFETY SYMBOLS TO PREVENT DAMAGE WHICH MAY RESULT IN FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. The Socket-outlet should be installed near the apparatus and be easily accessible. Read and follow these instructions when connecting and using your Public Information Display: • Unplug the display if you are not going to use it for an extensive period of time.
Simplicity Series Important Safety Instructions 1. Read these instructions. 2. Keep these instructions. 3. Heed all warnings. 4. Follow all instructions. 5. Do not use this apparatus near water. 6. Clean only with dry cloth. 7. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions. 8. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat. 9.
Simplicity Series Regulatory Information: Products: SL3250, SL4250, SL4650 and SL5550; Regulatory Models: DS323QBT, DS423QBT, DS463QBT and DS553QBT.
Simplicity Series End-of-Life Disposal Your new Public Information Display contains materials that can be recycled and reused. Specialized companies can recycle your product to increase the amount of reusable materials and to minimize the amount to be disposed of. Please find out about the local regulations on how to dispose of your old display from your local dealer. (For customers in Canada and U.S.A.) Dispose of in accordance to local-state and federal regulations.
Simplicity Series Table Of Contents 1. 2. Unpacking and Installation...................... 1 1.1. Unpacking.......................................... 1 1.2. Package Contents.............................. 1 1.3. Installation Notes................................ 1 1.4. Mounting on a Wall............................. 2 1.5. Cable Management............................ 3 1.6. Orientating in Portrait......................... 3 Parts and Functions................................. 4 2.1. Control Panel.........
Simplicity Series 1. Unpacking and Installation 1.1. Unpacking • This product is packed in a carton, together with the standard accessories. • Any other optional accessories will be packed separately. • Due to the size and weight of this display it is recommended for two people to move it. • After opening the carton, ensure that the contents are complete and in good condition. 1.2.
Simplicity Series 1.4. Mounting on a Wall To mount this display to a wall, you will have to obtain a standard wall-mounting kit. We recommend using a mounting interface that complies with UL1678 standard in North America. SL3250: SL4250: 200 400 Protective Sheet 100 Protective Sheet 400 Table Table SL4650: SL5550: 400 400 Protective Sheet 400 Protective Sheet 400 Table Table 1.
Simplicity Series Caution: To prevent the display from falling: • To lessen the probability of injury and damage resulting from fall of the display in case of earthquake or other natural disaster, be sure to consult the bracket manufacturer for installation location. Ventilation Requirements for enclosure locating To allow heat to disperse, leave space between surrounding objects as shown in the diagram below. 10 mm 10 mm 10 mm 10 mm 1.5.
Simplicity Series 2. Parts and Functions 2.1.
Simplicity Series 1 [ ] button Press to switch the display on or off. 2 [ ] button [ ] button Press to select input source. 3 Press to access the OSD menu. 4 [ ] button Press to move the highlight bar right to selected item while OSD menu is on. 5 [ ] button Press to move the highlight bar left to deselected item while OSD menu is on. 6 [ ] button Press to move the highlight bar up or increase the adjustment while OSD menu is on, or to increase the audio output level while OSD menu is off.
Simplicity Series Input/Output Terminals SL4250: 15 14 13 12 2 1 13 12 11 10 10 R 11 9 R R L L 9 8 L L 8 Y 3 4 5 Pb Y Pr 3 7 6 4 5 Pb Pr 7 6 SL5550: 15 13 12 2 1 13 12 11 10 10 R 11 9 R R L L 9 8 L L 8 Y 3 4 5 6 Pb 7 14 IN 14 OUT OUT IN 15 IN 1 16 R 2 16 OUT OUT IN SL4650: 6 14 IN OUT IN 15 IN 2 16 R 1 16 OUT OUT IN SL3250: OUT 2.2.
Simplicity Series 1 AC IN AC power input. 2 MAIN POWER SWITCH Main power on/off switch. 3 HDMI IN HDMI video/audio input. 4 DVI IN DVI-D video input. 5 RJ-45 LAN control function for the use of remote control signal from control center. 6 VGA IN (D-Sub) VGA video input. 7 COMPONENT IN (RCA) Component YPbPr video source input. 8 AUDIO IN (RCA) Audio input from external AV device. 9 AUDIO OUT (RCA) Audio signal output to connect your external AV device. 10 AUDIO IN (3.
Simplicity Series 2.3. Remote Control 7 button Confirm an entry or selection. 2.3.1. General functions 8 ADJUST button Access currently available options, picture and sound menus. 1 9 BACK button Return to the previous menu page or exit from the previous function. 2 10 3 4 VOLUME button Adjust volume. 14 11 MUTE button Press to turn the mute function on/off. 5 15 COLOR buttons 12 Select tasks or options for media player. 6 13 7 NUMERIC buttons Enter text for network setting.
Simplicity Series 2.3.2. Inserting batteries in the remote control The remote control is powered by two 1.5V AAA batteries. To install or replace batteries: 1. Press and then slide the cover to open it. 2. Align the batteries according to the (+) and (–) indications inside the battery compartment. 3. Replace the cover. Caution: The incorrect use of batteries can result in leaks or bursting.
Simplicity Series 2.4. RS232 Control See www.planar.com for Simplicity RS-232 manual. 2.5. LAN control The Simplicity Series supports extending access to the RS232 commands over a network connection. Below are the steps to follow for controlling the display over LAN through the RJ45 connector: 1. Connect display & PC to hub or connect display to PC with LAN cable directly. 2.
Simplicity Series 3. Connection Note: VGA cable and power cord included with display. All other cables to be purchased separately. Connecting External Equipments USB PC OUT COMPONENT OUT (YPbPr) AUDIO IN SPDIF OUT AUDIO OUT AUDIO IN DVI OUT VGA OUT IN STEREO AMPLIFIER AUDIO OUT IN RS232C AUDIO OUT AUDIO IN USB USB IR 3.1.
Simplicity Series 3.2. Connecting Multiple Displays 3.2.1. RS232 Loop Through You can control multiple displays at one time through RS232. Loop through cables are not included with the display and would need to be purchased separately. DISPLAY 2 DISPLAY 1 [RS-232C] PC [RS232C IN] [RS232C OUT] [RS232C IN] [RS232C OUT] 3.2.2. IR Loop Through You can control multiple displays at one time with one remote using the IR in/out connectors on the display.
Simplicity Series 3.3. IR Pass-through Connection You can use your display remote to control one of your sources if they are connected by IR loop through cables. These cables are not included with the display and would need to be purchased separately. [IR OUT] DISPLAY DVD / VCR / VCD [IR IN] (DVD / VCR / VCD) Remote Control (Simplicity Series) 3.4. Connecting Display to the Network If you connect the display to a network, you can play photos, videos, and music from your computer.
Simplicity Series 3.5. Connecting Display to a Wireless Device If you connect the display to a wireless router, you can access files from a wireless device, like a smartphone, tablet, or laptop. For best results, we recommend using a device with built-in DLNA functionality. Do not connect multiple device at the same time. To set up the connection: 1. Connect your wireless device to the internet to download app that are designed to send media via DLNA (Examples: iMediashare, ArkMC) 2.
Simplicity Series Operation NOTE: The control button described in this section is mainly on the remote control unless specified otherwise. Watch the Connected Video Source See page 13 for external equipments connection. 2. Press button. 4.2. button. or button to select a device, then press • Select the top bar to filter your files by type. • Select [Sort] to arrange the files by album name, artist, or other fields.
Simplicity Series playing. Caution: • • The manufacturer is not responsible if the USB device is not supported, nor is it responsible for damage to or loss of data in the device. Do not overload the USB port. If you connect a USB storage device that consumes more than 500mA power, make sure that it is connected to its own external power supply. 4.4. Play options 4.4.1. Playing music files 1. Select in the top bar. 2. Select one music track, then press button. Album 4.3.3.
Simplicity Series 4.4.2. Playing movie files 4.4.3. Playing photo files 1. Select 1. Select in the top bar. 2. Select a video, then press button. 2. Select a photo thumbnail, then press Track Info button. Date Play All USB device Options • To play all the videos in a folder, select one video file, then select {Play All}. • To pause the video, press button. Press button again to resume playback. To skip backward or forward 10 seconds, press or button. • in the top bar.
Simplicity Series 5. Change your settings Using the remote control: 5.1. Settings 5.1.1. Picture menu Picture Picture style Sound Backlight General settings Contrast Network settings Brightness Color Sharpness Advanced Video or PC Format and edges Restore style 1. Press button to display the OSD menu. 2. Press , , , or its value. Press 3. Press layer. 4. Press button to select its menu item or to adjust button to confirm. button to go back to the previous menu button to exit the OSD menu.
Simplicity Series Format and edges Access advanced settings to control the displaying format of the picture. • {Picture format}: Change the picture format. • {Screen edges}: Change the picture size. • {Picture shift}: If available, move the position of the picture. 5.1.3. General settings menu Picture Menu language Sound Monitor id General settings Eco mode Network settings Auto search Clock USB scheduling Restore style Restore the last-selected predefined picture setting. Sleep timer 5.1.2.
Simplicity Series • {Lock all}: Lock all button function. • {Lock but volume}: Disable all the button function except the button. • {Lock but power}: Disable all the button function except the button. NOTE: To disable the lock function from [Local KB lock] or [RC lock] item, press buttons 1 9 9 8 on the remote control. Factory settings Reset all your customized settings to the factory defaults. 5.2.
Simplicity Series 6. Input mode PC Resolution: Standard Resolution Active Resolution H Pixels Refresh Rate Pixel Rate 480 60 Hz 25.175 MHz 480 72 Hz 31.5 MHz 480 75 Hz 31.5 MHz 400 70 Hz 33.75 MHz 600 60 Hz 40 MHz 600 75 Hz 49.5 MHz 768 60 Hz 65 MHz 768 75 Hz 78.
Simplicity Series 7. Cleaning and Troubleshooting 7.1. Cleaning Caution When Using the Display • Do not bring your hands, face or objects close to the ventilation holes of the display. The top of the display is usually very hot due to the high temperature of exhaust air being released through the ventilation holes. Burns or personal injuries may occur if any body parts are brought too close.
Simplicity Series 7.2. Troubleshooting Symptom Possible Cause Remedy No picture is displayed 1. The power cord is disconnected. 1. Plug in the power cord. 2. The main power switch on the back of the display is not switched on. 2. Make sure the power switch is switched on. 3. The selected input has no connection. 3. Connect a signal connection to the display. 4. The display is in standby mode.
Simplicity Series 8. Technical Specifications 8.1. SL3250 Display: Item Screen Size (Active Area) Aspect Ratio Number of Pixels Pixel Pitch Displayable Colors Brightness Contrast Ratio (Typical) Viewing Angle Specifications 31.5” LCD (80 cm) 16:9 1920 (H) × 1080 (V) 0.36375 (H) × 0.36375 (V) [mm] 16.
Simplicity Series 8.2. SL4250 Display: Item Specifications Screen Size (Active Area) 42” LCD (106.7 cm) Aspect Ratio 16:9 Number of Pixels 1920 (H) × 1080 (V) Pixel Pitch 0.4845 (H) × 0.4845 (V) [mm] Displayable Colors 16.7 Million colors Brightness 350 cd/m² Contrast Ratio (Typical) 3000:1 Viewing Angle 178 degrees In/Out Terminals: Item Specifications Speaker Output Internal Speakers 7W (L) + 7W (R) [RMS]/16Ω, 1 Way 1 Speaker System Audio Output RCA Jack × 2 0.
Simplicity Series 8.3. SL4650 Display: Item Screen Size (Active Area) Aspect Ratio Number of Pixels Pixel Pitch Displayable Colors Brightness Contrast Ratio (Typical) Viewing Angle Specifications 46” LCD (116.8 cm) 16:9 1920 (H) × 1080 (V) 0.53025 (H) × 0.53025 (V) [mm] 16.7 Million colors 350 cd/m² 4000:1 178 degrees In/Out Terminals: Item Speaker Output Internal Speakers Specifications 7W (L) + 7W (R) [RMS]/16Ω, 1 Way 1 Speaker System Audio Output Audio Input RCA Jack × 2 3.
Simplicity Series 8.4. SL5550 Display: Item Screen Size (Active Area) Aspect Ratio Number of Pixels Pixel Pitch Displayable Colors Brightness Contrast Ratio (Typical) Viewing Angle Specifications 54.6” LCD (138.7 cm) 16:9 1920 (H) × 1080 (V) 0.630 (H) × 0.630 (V) [mm] 16.7 Million colors 350 cd/m² 1400:1 178 degrees In/Out Terminals: Item Speaker Output Internal Speakers Specifications 7W (L) + 7W (R) [RMS]/16Ω, 1 Way 1 Speaker System Audio Output Audio Input RCA Jack × 2 3.
Simplicity Series PLANAR SUPPORT Technical Support Visit Planar at http://www.planar.com/support for user manuals and warranty information. To speak with Planar Customer Support please have you model and serial number available and dial: Planar Support Tel: 1-866-PLANAR1 (866-752-6271) or +1 503-748-5799 outside the US. Hours: 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Toll or long distance charges may apply.
Simplicity Series PN: 020-1242-00 29
