Pioneer Stereo System - Manual (Page 5)

ATSC Digital Broadcast Compatibility
The new Elite PDPs come with a built-in ATSC (Advanced
Television Systems Committee) compatible tuner. In addition to
regular TV (NTSC), the units show three types of ATSC digital
broadcasts — Standard-Definition, Enhanced-Definition, and
High-Definition — with a Pioneer technology that up-converts
video signals for the highest-possible picture quality.
DCR (Digital Cable Ready) Tuner
The new Elite PDPs feature a built-in unidirectional
digital cable tuner, which provides easy "plug and
play" of basic cable channels without an external cable box.
*Requires use of a CableCARD ™ .
HDMI ™ Input
HDMI (High Definition Multimedia
Interface) is an uncompressed, all-digital
interface for both audio and video signals —
the first industry-supported interface of its kind. With a single-
cable connection, it allows transmission of a huge amount of
high-quality data — such as uncompressed HDTV signals — to
be input at speeds up to 5GBps. In addition, the latest Elite
PDPs are compatible with 10-bit signals, for faithful
reproduction of delicate signal details. This lets you combine
the PDPs with an DV-79AVi Elite DVD player, for example,
to enjoy superb picture quality.
Another benefit of HDMI is its simplicity. It provides a
straight digital path from point A to point B without affecting
the signal in any way. Additionally, it doesn't perform
unnecessary compression and re-compression steps, so the signal
remains in a pure, digital state. This lossless process maintains a
higher level of image quality than other connection systems.
HDMI provides plug and play capability and
accommodates all of the current ATSC digital television
formats. It also supports up to eight channels of audio. And
despite its huge bandwidth power and ability to accommodate
both audio and video, the plug itself is much smaller than a
DVI plug.
The latest Elite PDPs come with two HDMI inputs.
You can keep the PDP connected with both a Blu-ray Disc
player and an STB, for example.
SR+ Terminal for A/V Receiver Control
Connect the Elite PDP to a Pioneer A/V receiver* via
SR+ terminal, and the display automatically selects the
receiver's signal source. This permits on-screen control
of the receiver's sound level, surround mode, and other functions.
*Pioneer A/V receivers with a SR+ terminal only
Block Noise Reduction
Block noise is caused by insufficient image compression. Instead
of a smooth image, objects appear to be made of squares
(blocks) — especially with fast-moving objects like waves. Block
Noise Reduction helps minimize this problem.
Digital Noise Reduction Circuit and MPEG Noise
Reduction Circuit
Special high-luminance cyclic Digital Noise Reduction circuitry
reduces random digital noise, including color noise and
inconsistency (especially seen in dark image areas) that arise in
the signal reproduction process of terrestrial broadcasts, DVDs,
and others. The Elite PDPs also come equipped with MPEG
Digital Noise Reduction, which cuts "mosquito noise" caused
by MPEG video compression used in DVD.
"PURE" Mode for AV Selection
The Elite PDPs feature the "PURE" mode for AV Selection.
This mode delivers pictures without any enhancement
(Gamma, Color, Tint, Sharpness, etc), minimizing the artifacts
of extra video processing.
10-bit 3D Digital Y/C Separation Circuit
NTSC (analog) video images consist of two signals, luminance
(Y) signals for brightness information and chrominance (C)
signals which contain color information. When analog video is
played back, the Y and C signals must be kept separate or they
will interfere with each other, which results in annoying video
noise such as "cross color", or rainbow patterns in picture areas
with fine detail, and "dot crawl" — distracting, visible dots
moving along the edges of images. To combat these, Pioneer
has developed the 10-bit 3D Digital Y/C Separation Circuit
exclusively for use in plasma display panels. Powered by New
PureDrive II, the circuit effectively keeps Y and C signals
separate, reducing the annoying noise and improving the
rendering of contoured objects and integrity of images.
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(2) Easy Recording Operations
Just choose a program from the list and press the REC button
on the remote control — the program will automatically be
recorded to a selected recorder. You can set recording frequency
to, for example, "Once" or "Weekly" (every week at the same
time). You can also set whether to start/end recording on time or
up to 120 minutes before/after
the scheduled time. TV Guide
On Screen
™ alerts you when the
time for a scheduled recording
overlaps with another you set
previously. An alert is also
displayed when recording is about
to start, giving you the option of
cancelling the recording, even
when the TV Guide On Screen
™
system is turned off.
(3) Program Reminders
If you set a program reminder, the PDP alerts you when the
program is about to be aired on another channel. Reminders can be
set for individual episodes or every time a program airs. The "auto
tune" function automatically changes the current channel to show
you the program. This function also provides an on-screen alert
when the chosen program overlaps another that you previously
selected for auto tuning or scheduled recording.
(4) Program Search Functions
Program search is possible by category, such as Movies, Sports,
or Children, or by keyword(s). Alphabetical search is also
available, showing you all the programs whose titles start with a
certain letter. When search results are displayed, scheduling a
recording is as easy as pressing the REC button on the remote
control. These functions are also available for HDTV programs.
*In the United States, TV GUIDE and other related marks are registered marks of
Gemstar-TV Guide International, Inc. and/or one of its affiliates.
In Canada, TV GUIDE is a registered mark of Transcontinental, Inc. and is used
under license by Gemstar-TV Guide International, Inc.
**TV Guide On Screen
™ interactive program guide provides listings for cable-ready,
cable box, and digital cable services as well as over-the-air broadcast. It does not
provide listings for satellite services.
ISF Certified Calibration Configuration (C 3 )
(PRO-1540HD/PRO-1140HD/PRO-940HD)
ISF C 3 is an Elite-exclusive feature that enables
the PDP to be optimized for the specific room
where it is placed. As an optional service
available through Elite dealers, a specially-trained ISF
professional can inspect the conditions of the viewing room and
calibrate contrast, tint, sharpness, color levels, and other
parameters to best fit the environment. Room layout and size,
ambient light (for both day and night viewing), and other
conditions that affect picture quality are measured and factored
in. The result is unparalleled picture accuracy.
Once the ISF C 3 calibrations are made, ISF becomes an
additional preset mode for AV Selection, allowing you to revert
back to the TV's original settings or make fine tuning adjustments.
You can toggle the ISF mode back and forth whenever you want.
The new Elite PDPs come with the latest generation of
this technology, which allows detailed Gamma control
independently for RGB (red, green, and blue) with nine
different options to choose from. The units also permit
calibration via RS-232C interface, and make ISF C
3
information more legible, with 4-line 24-character display in
both capital and small letters.
In addition, contact numbers and other information
about dealers can be displayed on the screen as "ISF
Information" (see the figure below). This makes it easier for
users to request optional paid services.
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Advanced Technologies for a
Wide Array of Benefits
Program Reminder Alert
On-Screen Alert (when scheduling
overlaps for two programs)
Use the cursor to select
"record anyway" or
"don't record this show".
On-Screen Alert (when a scheduled recording is about to start)
To cancel the recording and stay on the current channel, select "don't change; cancel recording".
Category Search Screen
BEST
GOOD
O.K.
Resolution at a Glance
HD: HIGH-
DEFINITION 720p (progressive) or
1080i (interlaced) minimum
Digital Transmission
480p (progressive) or 480i (interlaced)
Digital Transmission
480i (interlaced)
Analog Transmission
About 5x better than
conventional TV
About 2x better than
conventional TV
Standard for past 60 years
ED: Enhanced-
Definition TV
SD: Standard TV
Conventional TV
ISF icons are displayed as preset modes for AV Selection
Contact number and URL for receiving ISF services can be displayed
Digital Noise Reduction
OFF ON
MPEG Noise Reduction
OFF ON