Planar Dome Q2 Quick Reference Manual

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  • Page 1 Dome Q2 Display AX1 Display Controller Dome CXtra Software QUICK REFERENCE Windows XP Windows 2000...
  • Page 2: Before You Begin

    Before You Begin Check that your system meets these requirements and runs one of these Microsoft operating systems. System Requirements • Intel Pentium 4/Xeon; AMD Athlon 64/K7/XP or compatible • Motherboard with free PCI Express slot • 256 MB RAM •...
  • Page 3: Unpacking The Display

    Unpacking the Display Check the contents of your Dome Q2 display package for all the items shown here. Save the original packing materials for storage and shipping. Dome Q2 digital flat panel USB cable DVI to DVI video cable AX1 display controller...
  • Page 4: Identifying The Components

    Identifying the Components Review illustrations of the front panel, back panel, and side interface to identify display controls and ports. Front See page 12 for information on the front panel controls The power switch on the side of the display is the master power control.
  • Page 5 Back Legend Power switch to turn the display unit on or off USB downstream port USB downstream port USB upstream port Power cord port DVI port to connect the display to the AX1 controller D-Sub connector, non-functioning for digital mode.
  • Page 6: Installing The Display Controller

    Installing the Display Controller Remove any existing graphics card and its driver from your computer system before you install the AX1 controller and driver. Also disable any onboard graphics capability on the motherboard. See safety precautions on page 2. To install the controller Turn off your computer and all peripherals.
  • Page 7: Connecting The Display

    Connecting the Display Use only the cables and power cord supplied with your display. To connect the display Plug one end of the DVI signal cable to the DVI port on the display. Tighten the thumbscrews to secure the connection. Plug the power cord into the power connector on the connector plate.
  • Page 8: Installing The Display Driver

    Click Next on the Welcome dialog. Click Yes to the license agreement. The installation starts. Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the installation. Planar recommends that you select the Express installation option. When the Setup complete message appears, select Yes, I want to restart my computer...
  • Page 9 To configure the display Right-click the desktop and select Properties > Settings. Set the resolution to 1600 x 1200. Click the Advanced button and select the Monitor tab. Set the refresh rate to 60Hz. Click OK until you return to the desktop.
  • Page 10: Adjusting The Display Properties

    Right-click the desktop and select Properties > Settings. Select the monitor that you want to change. Then click Advanced. Click the Monitor tab. Make sure the check box for Hide modes that this monitor cannot display is empty (unchecked). Click the Rotation tab.
  • Page 11: About Video Settings

    To use a dual-display configuration Right-click the desktop and select Properties > Settings. Click the monitor icon 2. Select Extend my Windows desktop onto this monitor. Set resolution and color quality for the second display. Click Apply or OK. About video settings For best results, use the resolution 1600x1200.
  • Page 12 Using the Panel Controls The onscreen display (OSD) menu is the user interface for controlling video on the Dome Q2 display. With it you can adjust functions such as brightness, OSD horizontal and vertical position, and language and transparency. This display is originally manufactured as a dual-mode display able to operate in either analog or digital mode.
  • Page 13 Making Screen Adjustments Use the front-panel controls and OSD menus to adjust brightness, language and transparency, and horizontal and vertical positions of the display screen. To adjust the display screen Press the Menu button. The main menu of the OSD appears. To access a control, navigate with the Up or Down button.
  • Page 14: Enhancements With Dome Cxtra Software

    Enhancements with Dome CXtra Software The Dome CXtra software, QX Edition, enhances the functionality of the Dome Q2 display for viewing medical images in referral settings. Dome CXtra allows you to monitor and maintain your display locally or from a remote location using any SNMP console application.
  • Page 15: Cleaning The Lcd Screen

    Cleaning the LCD Screen Do not use or spray liquid, aerosol, ammonia, or other alcohol-based cleaners on the display or screen. Some chemical cleaners may damage the display and its case. Unplug the power supply before cleaning the display. Dampen a soft, clean cloth with water or a mild cleanser.
  • Page 16: Customer Support

    Customer Support • Visit www.planar.com • E-mail medicalsupport@planar.com • Call (866) PLANAR1 Copyright © 2005 Planar Systems, Inc. Planar and Dome are registered trademarks of Planar Systems, Inc. Technical information in this document is subject to change without notice. 020-0397-00A...

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