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Page 1: Color Monitor
® EPSON 17” Super VGA Color Monitor (ModeI A882181) Guide SER`S E PA POLLUTION PREVENTEI... - Page 2 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 protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio or television reception.
- Page 3 IMPORTANT NOTICE DISCLAIMER OF WARRANTY Epson America makes no representations or warranties, either express or implied, by or with respect to anything in this manual, and shall not be liable for any implied warranties ofmerchantability and fitness for a particular purpose or for any indirect, special, or consequential damages.
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Page 4: Important Safety Instructions
Important Safety Instructions Although this monitor is designed to assure your safety, improper use can cause electric shock or fire hazard. In order not to defeat the safeguards incorporated in the monitor, observe the following safety instructions: Read all of these instructions and save them for later reference Follow all warnings and instructions in this manual and marked on the monitor. - Page 5 12. Do not overload the inlet and extension cords as this can result in fire or electric shock. 13. Be careful not to damage the power cord or plug. 14 Do not allow anything to rest on the power cord. Do not place a cord where it may be stepped on.
- Page 6 Importantes mesures de securite Bien que le moniteur soit concu pour assurer votre securite, un usage incorrect peut provoquer une decharge lectrique ou poser un risque d’incendie. Pour ne pas aller a l’encontre des mesures de protection incorporees dans le moniteur, veuillez bien observer les instructions suivantes: Lire attentivement les instructions qui suivent.
- Page 7 10. L’amperage total de toutes les pieces branchees sur le meme socle ne doit pas depasser la capacite en amperes du socle. 11. Utiliser seutement le cordon Clectrique dont le moniteur est muni. S’il est necessaire de se servir d’un autre cordon, s’assurer que les standards de fabrication sont conformes aux reglements en vigueur (UL/ CSA ou VDE).
- Page 8 Si le moniteur est entre en contact avec des liquides comme la pluie ou des boissons renversees. C. Si le moniteur ne repond pas normalement aux commandes pas&es en suivant les instructions. Ajuster uniquement les controles decrits dans les instructions; il est possible de gravement endommager l’appareil en touchant les autres, ce qui pourrait necessiter l’intervention d’un technicien qualifie pour le remettre en Ctat de marche.
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Page 9: Table Of Contents
Contents ....Introduction Energy Star Compliance ... Where to Get Help CompuServe On-line Support Unpacking the Monitor . -
Page 10: Introduction
® Your EPSON Super VGA color monitor is a high-performance, multifrequency, autoscan monitor for use with graphic video controllers. It offers the following features: 17-inch, flat-square, analog color CRT display with non-glare picture tube High-resolution display of up to 1280 x 1024 pixels at a fast,... -
Page 11: Energy Star Compliance
Protection Agency’s Energy Star program, which promotes the manufacture of energy-efficient printers, computers, and monitors. If your computer is Energy Star compliant, the EPSON Super VGA color monitor automatically enters a low -power standby mode when the computer stops sending video signals to the monitor. -
Page 12: Compuserve On-Line Support
DIP switch or jumper settings, and bulletins for EPSON products is through the Epson America Forum on CompuServe. If you are already a CompuServe member, simply type GO EPSON at the menu prompt to reach the Epson America Forum. Unpacking the Monitor... -
Page 13: Setting Up The Monitor
0 Warranty card 0 Registration card. Complete the registration card and return it to EPSON so you’ll receive update information. Keep the warranty card for your records. If anything is missing or damaged, contact your EPSON representative immediately. Note Be sure to keep the monitor’s original box and packing materials in case you need to transport the monitor later. -
Page 14: Attaching The Tilt And Swivel Base
Attaching the Tilt and Swivel Base Before you attach the tilt and swivel base, cover your work area with a blanket or foam pad to avoid scratching the monitor during assembly. Then follow these steps: Carefully set the monitor face down on the padding so the bottom of the monitor is facing you, as shown below. - Page 15 Hold the base so that the hooks are pointed down. Then position the base next to the bottom of the monitor, as shown below. Insert the hooks on the base into the slots on the monitor. Slide the base down toward the front of the monitor until the latch clicks into the locked position.
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Page 16: Selecting A Location For The Monitor
Selecting a Location for the Monitor Follow these guidelines when you select a location for the monitor: Follow the safety instructions listed at the beginning of this manual. Use a large, sturdy desk that can support the weight of your computer, monitor, and peripheral devices and provides ample space to hold your equipment and work materials. - Page 17 Turn the monitor around so you are looking at the back, as shown below. AC power inlet Locate the connector cable and the power cord that came with the monitor. Plug one end of the video interface cable monitor into the monitor’s D-sub VGA connector.
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Page 18: Turning On The Monitor
Turn the monitor around so the screen faces you and use the tilt and swivel base to adjust the position of the screen for comfortable viewing. Note You can also connect your monitor to an Apple computer using an appropriate cable and/or adapter. Purchase these items at a computer accessory store. -
Page 19: Accessing The Monitor Controls
The power indicator light is green when the monitor is drawing full power. When the monitor is in low-power mode, the power indicator is amber. Accessing the Monitor Controls The image control box contains the image controls for the monitor. It is located at the bottom left of the monitor. -
Page 20: Adjusting Monitor Controls
Adjusting Monitor Controls The controls and indicators in the control box are shown below. klkllHl~~ o+y~o lxJoelol3n The following table describes the monitor controls, including the digital adjustment buttons, the brightness and contrast dials, and the six available screen parameter settings that adjust the screen image. - Page 21 Monitor controls (continued) Monitor control RECALL RECALL D O W N U P DEGAUSS button DEGAUSS BRlGHTNESS controI Adjusts the brightness of the screen image. Turn the CONTRAST control POWER button 17” Super Function Recallsone of three factory recallvideo modeswhen you simultaneously press the UP and DOWN buttons.
- Page 22 Monitor controls (continued) Monitor control Function Horizontal Centersthe screen image horizontally. Press the UP position LED button to move the image left or the DOWN button to move the image right. Width LED Adjusts the width of the screen image. Press the DOWN button to decrease the width of the image or Vertical Centersthe screen image vertically.
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Page 23: How Video Modes Work
How Video Modes Work The EPSON 17” multifrequency monitor is equipped with seven predefined industry-standard video modes to support virtually any resolution and frequency you may require. However, if the... - Page 24 Once the monitor has chosen the appropriate video mode to use, you may need to adjust or “fine-tune” the screen image using the SELECT and UP and DOWN digital buttons. These buttons control the distortion, width, height, and horizontal and vertical positions of the image on the screen.
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Page 25: Adjusting The Screen Image
When the monitor is about to delete a mode, all the parameter indicators blink until you adjust one or more of the screen parameters, indicating that you want the monitor to recognize and save a user-defined mode. See the “Adjusting the Screen Image” section below for instructions on how to adjust screen parameters. -
Page 26: Cleaning The Monitor
Note If you aren’t satisfied with the screen parameters you’ve set, or want to begin again, you can only abort the current settings if the monitor is using a factory recall video mode. Try the RECALL button (UP and DOWN buttons); if the monitor screen resets, you can begin again. -
Page 27: Troubleshooting
Check the operation of the electrical outlet by plugging in a lamp or other electrical device to see if it works. Contact your Authorized EPSON Servicer; the monitor needs repair. The power indicator is amber. - Page 28 See your computer and/ or video adapter card manual for instructions. Contact your Authorized EPSON Servicer; the monitor needs repair. The power indicator is lit, but there is no image on the screen, the image is faint or scrambled, and/or the control box indicators are blinking sequentially.
- Page 29 The image on the screen is misaligned when you use a particular application program. Adjust the screen parameter settings as described in the “Adjusting Monitor Controls” section on page 11, or the “Adjusting the Screen Image” section on page 16. The image is not centered on the screen.
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Page 30: Specifications
Specifications Size Pitch Phosphor Light transmission Deflection angle Anti-glare treatment Display Image size (landscape mode) Aspect ratio Video bandwidth Resolution Misconvergence Intensity 17 inches (432 mm) diagonal, double focus, FS CRT 0.28 mm 90° Non-glare 11.8 inches x 8.8 inches (300 mm x 225 mm) W x H ) 110 MHz... -
Page 31: Interfacing Requirements
Interfacing Requirements Input signals Sync signal types Sync type Green video Separate Video Composite Video Composite Sync on Green Video input Horizontal frequency Vertical frequency 17” Super VGA Color Monitor Video: RGB analog Input impedance: 75 Ohm Sync: TTL, positive/ negative composite, TTL, positive/ negative composite, Sync. - Page 32 15-pin, D-sub, VGA, detachable Signal connector D-sub connectorpin assignments 17” Super VGA Color Monitor...
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Page 33: Ac Line Voltage
AC Line Voltage Input ranges Frequency Display Power Management Normal Standby &spend Environmental Requirements Condition Temperature Humidity (non-condensing) A It it u d e 17” Super VGA Color Monitor 100 to 240 VAC, 50 to 60 Hz ~ consumption <15w <8W Operating range 50°... -
Page 34: Predefined Video Modes
Redefined Video Modes Mode Resolution 720x400 640x480 1024x768 640x480 800x600 1280x1024 1280x1024 * Factory recallvideo mode Safety Standards UL, CSA, FCC-B, FDA, TUV-GS, FTZ-B, and ROV; low radiation and compliance with the latest Swedish magnetic emissions guidelines (MPRII) Digitally Adjustable Screen Parameters Horizontal position, width, vertical position, height, side pin cushion, trapezoid Other Controls... -
Page 35: Physical Characteristics
Physical Characteristics Weight Width Height Depth 17” Super VGA Color Monitor 45.1 lb (20.5 kg) 16.5 inches (420 mm) 17.2 inches (437.5 mm) 18.8 inches (479 mm) - Page 36 EPSON lnternationaI Marketing Locations Epson Deutschland GmbH Ztilpicher StraBe 6, 4000 Dusseldorf 11 Germany Phone: 21 l-56030 Telex: 41-8584786 Epson Iberica, S.A. Avda. de Roma 18-26 08290 Cerdanyola de1 valles 08036 Barcelona, Spain Phone: 3-582-15-00 Fax: 3-582-15-55 Telex: 50129 Epson (U.K.) Ltd.