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Planar C3 Reference Manual

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Contents
Index
Regulatory Compliance
Product Information
Warranty
GETTING STARTED
About the Display
Package Contents
Identify Components
Position Display
Desk Stand Features
INSTALLING THE DISPLAY
Set DIP Switch
Install Display Controller
Connect Video and Power
Install Display Driver
Change Display Properties
Dome CXtra Software
APPENDIXES
Troubleshooting
Specifications
LED Status Lights
Single Desktop
USB Connection
Component Removal
Power Management
Palette Options
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  • Page 1: Reference Guide

    Install Display Controller Connect Video and Power Install Display Driver Change Display Properties Dome CXtra Software APPENDIXES Troubleshooting Specifications LED Status Lights Single Desktop USB Connection Component Removal Power Management Palette Options Dome C3i Display ® DX2 Display Controller Reference Guide www.planar.com...
  • Page 2 Contents Information in this document has been carefully checked for accuracy; however, no guarantee is given to the correctness of the contents. This document is subject to change without notice. Planar Index provides this information as reference only. Reference to other vendors’ product does not imply Regulatory Compliance any recommendation or endorsement.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    QUICK LINKS Contents Contents Index Regulatory Compliance........Regulatory Compliance Product Information .
  • Page 4 Amendments 1 and 2. To help the medical device designer evaluate the suitability of these displays, Component Removal Planar has also conducted EMC testing to IEC 60601-1-2 as it can be applied. The display with its Power Management Palette Options...

  • Page 5: Olarinluoma 9, P. O. Box

    Install Display Driver Planar Systems, Inc., located in Beaverton, Oregon, USA, is the manufacturer of these displays in the meaning of the directive. As required by the MDD in Article 14, Planar Systems, Inc., not residing Change Display Properties in the European Economic Area (EEA), has a European representative, Planar Systems, Inc.—...
  • Page 6 FCC Compliance Statement QUICK LINKS Contents Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable Index protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
  • Page 7 QUICK LINKS Contents A Declaration of Conformity has been filed for this product. For additional copies of the Declaration of Conformity document, contact Planar Systems, Inc. Index The Dome C3i digital flat-panel display meets the essential health and safety requirements,...
  • Page 8 Australian QUICK LINKS Contents C-Tick Index Regulatory Compliance China Product Information Warranty GETTING STARTED GB4943-2001 About the Display GB9254-1998 (Class A) Package Contents CB17625.1-2003 Identify Components Position Display Japan Desk Stand Features VCCI INSTALLING THE DISPLAY Set DIP Switch Install Display Controller Korea Connect Video and Power Install Display Driver...

  • Page 9: Product Information

    Product Information QUICK LINKS Contents The design of the Dome C3i digital display takes into account every known measure to Index ensure your personal safety. Improper use of the display can result in electric shock, fire, Regulatory Compliance or damage to the display. Read all instructions before setting up the display. Product Information Important recycle information: Warranty...
  • Page 10 • To avoid damage to the Dome C3i display, use the grounded power supply and video cable supplied by Planar, or use certified replacements. • Be sure the Dome C3i display is electrically grounded. You must...
  • Page 11 To set up the display properly QUICK LINKS Contents • Allow the display to warm up to room temperature before turning it on. Index • Avoid sudden temperature changes. Sudden changes may cause condensation that can damage the display. Regulatory Compliance •...
  • Page 12 To clean the LCD screen QUICK LINKS Contents Unplug the power supply. Index Dampen a clean, soft nonabrasive cloth with isopropyl alcohol. Regulatory Compliance Wipe the screen gently. Product Information Dry the screen with a clean, soft nonabrasive cloth to remove any residue. Warranty Shipping/storing the display GETTING STARTED...

  • Page 13: About The Dome C3I Display

    About the Dome C3i Display QUICK LINKS Contents The Dome C3i display system, 3 megapixels, consists of a thin film transistor, LCD Index panel and the DX2 controller and driver. The display’s thin film transistors, in a Regulatory Compliance transmissive-type display, use an integrated cold cathode fluorescent tube (CCFT) Product Information backlight system.

  • Page 14: Package Contents

    Package Contents QUICK LINKS Contents Index Regulatory Compliance Product Information Warranty The Dome C3i display system contains the items shown here. Speak with your sales rep GETTING STARTED if any item is missing or damaged. About the Display Package Contents Identify Components Position Display Desk Stand Features...

  • Page 15: Identify The Components

    Identify the Components QUICK LINKS Contents Review this illustration of the back panel to identify controls and ports on Index the display unit. Regulatory Compliance Product Information Warranty GETTING STARTED About the Display Package Contents Identify Components Position Display Desk Stand Features INSTALLING THE DISPLAY Set DIP Switch Install Display Controller...

  • Page 16: Position The Display

    Position the Display QUICK LINKS Contents You can adjust the tilt, height, viewing angle, and orientation of the display to maintain an ergonomic and comfortable viewing Index position. Before you unpack the display, select a suitable workspace for the display. You need a stable, level, and clean surface Regulatory Compliance near a wall outlet.
  • Page 17 QUICK LINKS Contents Viewing angle Index Regulatory Compliance Swivel the display panel from side to side to adjust the viewing angle. Product Information Warranty GETTING STARTED About the Display Package Contents Identify Components Position Display Desk Stand Features INSTALLING THE DISPLAY Set DIP Switch Install Display Controller Connect Video and Power...

  • Page 18: Desk Stand Features

    QUICK LINKS Desk Stand Features Contents Unfasten the stand lock to Index the display. To activate the USB hub function, the display must be connected to a USB-compliant computer or another hub with Regulatory Compliance a USB cable. Even if the display is in power-saving mode, the USB devices function when they are connected to the USB ports Product Information (both upstream and downstream) of the display.

  • Page 19: Set The Dip Switch

    Set the DIP Switch QUICK LINKS Contents For DX2 display controller, slide switch 1 on DIP switch S2 into the ON position to Index enable VGA mode. Enable VGA on only one (1) board when you install multiple Regulatory Compliance boards, Disable VGA on all boards if you are using a separate VGA card.

  • Page 20: Install The Display Controller

    QUICK LINKS Install the Display Controller Contents Before you begin, choose a well-ventilated location with an adequate amount of space. Excessive heat cannot Index dissipate when display vents are blocked. Make sure a grounded AC outlet is within easy reach. Regulatory Compliance When installing multiple display controllers, install all boards before you install the display driver.

  • Page 21: Connect Video Cable And Power Supply

    Connect Video Cable and Power Supply QUICK LINKS Contents Turn your computer off. Leave the power cord plugged into the grounded outlet. Index Use only the video cables and the universal external 12V DC power supply shipped Regulatory Compliance with the Dome C3i display. Use power supply Ault MW122RA1223F52. Secure all the Product Information connections you make.

  • Page 22: Install The Display Driver

    Troubleshooting 2 Right-click the desktop. Select Properties > Settings. Specifications 3 Select the display icon. LED Status Lights 4 Select Extend my Windows desktop onto this monitor. Click Apply. Single Desktop 5 Click OK. USB Connection Component Removal Power Management...

  • Page 23: Installing The Display Set Dip Switch

    INSTALLING THE DISPLAY 3 Select Default Monitor and Dome DX/DX2 Properties from the Display list. Set DIP Switch 4 Check the selection box for Extend my Windows desktop onto this monitor. Install Display Controller 5 Select Advanced > Dome. Connect Video and Power 6 Choose a resolution and palette option.
  • Page 24 To set driver options QUICK LINKS Contents Beware that the Disable DirectDraw driver option has specific conditions which may Index affect your display. Regulatory Compliance The Mirror option allows you to view the display with a mirror. Product Information The NTSC 32->8 option, when enabled, converts color to grayscale in accordance Warranty with the NTSC standard.

  • Page 25: Enhancements With Dome Cxtra Software

    American Association of Physicists in Medicine Task Group 18 and the DIN test INSTALLING THE DISPLAY standards. You can also monitor and maintain your Dome C3i display locally or from Set DIP Switch a remote location using any SNMP console application.

  • Page 26: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting QUICK LINKS Contents Index Problem Regulatory Compliance Product Information No image appears on the screen Warranty GETTING STARTED About the Display Package Contents Identify Components Power LED is amber Position Display Desk Stand Features INSTALLING THE DISPLAY Set DIP Switch Install Display Controller Connect Video and Power Install Display Driver...
  • Page 27 QUICK LINKS Problem Contents Index VGA not enabled Regulatory Compliance Product Information Warranty GETTING STARTED Conflict with driver versions About the Display Package Contents Identify Components Position Display Desk Stand Features INSTALLING THE DISPLAY Set DIP Switch Install Display Controller Connect Video and Power Install Display Driver Change Display Properties...
  • Page 28 Display identification EDID read using DDC2B+ USB hub Universal Serial Bus (USB) Rev. 1.1: 1 uplink B port; 2 downlink A ports Monitor status Dual stack tricolor LEDs on back panel Landscape orientation 2048 x 1536 (8- and 24-bit per pixel)
  • Page 29 Power Supply QUICK LINKS Contents Category Index Regulatory Compliance Power input requirements Product Information Warranty GETTING STARTED About the Display Package Contents Power output requirements Identify Components Position Display Desk Stand Features Physical INSTALLING THE DISPLAY Set DIP Switch Install Display Controller Connect Video and Power Install Display Driver Change Display Properties...
  • Page 30 Reliability QUICK LINKS Contents Characteristic item Index Regulatory Compliance Display plus backlight Product Information Backlight Warranty GETTING STARTED Environment About the Display Characteristic item Package Contents Identify Components EMI shielding Position Display Temperature Desk Stand Features INSTALLING THE DISPLAY Set DIP Switch Humidity Install Display Controller Connect Video and Power...
  • Page 31 Video Modes QUICK LINKS Contents Resolutions expressed in pixels (W x H). Single desktop requires dual displays. Index Resolution Regulatory Compliance Product Information 1536 x 2048 2048 x 1536 Warranty 3072 x 2048 GETTING STARTED 4096 x 1536 About the Display Package Contents 1536 x 2048 Identify Components...
  • Page 32 Connector Ports QUICK LINKS Contents The video signal connector is a standard DVI connector, driving power and data to Index the display. The Dome C3i display use an 8-pin DIN connector. The power input is 12V ±5% (90 W). Regulatory Compliance Product Information Warranty GETTING STARTED...

  • Page 33: Led Status Lights

    QUICK LINKS LED Status Lights Contents The two LEDs on the back panel provide information about the display. Index Regulatory Compliance • LED A describes the digital-link status between the display controller and the interface. Product Information • LED B describes the display-panel status. It shows any faults currently in the panel. Warranty GETTING STARTED About the Display...
  • Page 34 LED A status information after initial power-on QUICK LINKS Contents LED Status Index Regulatory Compliance Solid green Product Information Flashing green Warranty Flashing yellow GETTING STARTED About the Display Solid yellow Package Contents Identify Components Position Display LED B status information after initial power-on Desk Stand Features INSTALLING THE DISPLAY LED Status...

  • Page 35: Single Desktop

    Single Desktop QUICK LINKS Contents The single desktop mode converts dual Dome C3i displays into one display device Index to meet the requirements of some applications. The single desktop mode is Regulatory Compliance supported on the Dome C3i display in both portrait and landscape modes. Product Information On the display controller, switch 3 on DIP switch must be in the ON position for Warranty...
  • Page 36 QUICK LINKS Contents Index Regulatory Compliance Product Information Warranty GETTING STARTED About the Display Package Contents Identify Components Position Display Desk Stand Features INSTALLING THE DISPLAY Set DIP Switch Install Display Controller To restore the configuration dual display mode Connect Video and Power Install Display Driver 1 Uninstall any existing DX2 display driver.
  • Page 37 To get information QUICK LINKS Contents Open the Dome tab to retrieve information on the two displays you are using Index to run single desktop. Information for both left and right panels appears at the bottom of the Dome tab, as shown in this illustration. See Regulatory Compliance more information.

  • Page 38: Usb Connection

    USB Connection QUICK LINKS Contents The display desk stand contains an integrated, self-powered USB hub that allows Index you to attach USB devices (such as a keyboard or mouse) to the Dome C3i display Regulatory Compliance rather than to a computer. Product Information To use the USB ports Warranty...

  • Page 39: Display Driver And Controller Removal

    Display Driver and Controller Removal QUICK LINKS Contents Use the following procedure to uninstall the display driver and display controller. Index Regulatory Compliance To uninstall the driver Product Information 1 Insert the W2KDXPCI CD and open the CD folder. Warranty 2 Double-click Setup.exe.

  • Page 40: Power Management

    Power Management QUICK LINKS Contents You have two ways to lower energy usage when the Dome C3i display is idle: Index • Dome CXtra Backlight Saver service (preferred) Regulatory Compliance Product Information • DPMS (Display Power Management Signaling) Warranty Activate the power saver when you anticipate periods of inactivity, such as at the end of the work day.

  • Page 41: Palette Options

    Palette Options QUICK LINKS Contents The display controller supports different palette options on Windows systems. Index In the Palette Options field of the Dome tab, use the pull-down menu to select Regulatory Compliance a palette. Then click Apply or OK. Product Information Warranty Dome palette options must coordinate with the primary display.
  • Page 42 QUICK LINKS Contents Index Regulatory Compliance Product Information Warranty GETTING STARTED About the Display Package Contents Identify Components Position Display Desk Stand Features INSTALLING THE DISPLAY Set DIP Switch Install Display Controller Connect Video and Power Install Display Driver Change Display Properties Dome CXtra Software Palette options with multiple displays The SelectPalette and RealizePalette functions in the Microsoft Developer’s...
  • Page 43 Desktop icons QUICK LINKS Contents The palette specifications of the primary display determine how desktop icons are drawn. For example, the desktop icons appear gray on a color screen if the primary Index display is set to a gray palette. Regulatory Compliance Product Information The following table lists the palette options available on primary and secondary...
  • Page 44 Nonlinear static gray palette QUICK LINKS Contents The nonlinear static gray palette sets the first and last 10 palette entries to gray- mapped Windows colors. The middle 236 entries are ramped in ascending order, Index excluding the first and last 10 palette entries. Windows applications that use the Regulatory Compliance first and last 10 palette entries as Windows colors display correctly on the screen.

  • Page 45: Index

    QUICK LINKS Index Contents Index AMLCD, intended use Regulatory Compliance Product Information backlight Warranty conserving specifications GETTING STARTED brightness, setting About the Display Package Contents calibration Identify Components caring for display changing display properties Position Display cleaning display Desk Stand Features components, identifying connecting display INSTALLING THE DISPLAY...
  • Page 46 QUICK LINKS Contents palette combinations Index options Regulatory Compliance options, multiple displays Product Information options, setting power Warranty connector GETTING STARTED requirements About the Display usage power-up sequence, LED Package Contents precautions Identify Components cleaning Position Display installing safety Desk Stand Features preventing fire or injury product information INSTALLING THE DISPLAY...

  • Page 47: Overview Of Standard Warranty

    Dome CX display. The Planar customer service staff will attempt to Identify Components correct any minor issues that may be causing the problem. Once Planar has determined that you have a non-functioning product, Planar will arrange for return and repair of the Position Display non-functioning product.
  • Page 48 Accident, misuse, neglect, fire, water, lightning, or other acts of nature, unauthorized Warranty product modification, or failure to follow instructions supplied with the product. GETTING STARTED b) Repair or attempted repair by anyone not authorized by Planar. About the Display c) Any damage of the product due to shipment. Package Contents d) Removal or installation of the product.
  • Page 49 Exclusion of Damages QUICK LINKS Contents THE LIABILITY OF PLANAR IS LIMITED TO THE COST OF REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT OF THE PRODUCT. PLANAR SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR THE FOLLOWING: Index DAMAGE TO OTHER PROPERTY CAUSED BY ANY DEFECTS IN THE PRODUCT,...

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