This symbol alerts users that important literature concerning the operation and maintenance of this unit has been included. Therefore, it should be read carefully in order to avoid any problems. ™ ™ General Digital Corporation GenStar User’s Manual...
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InsufÞ cient insertion of power cable may cause Þ re or electric shock. Handle with care when transporting. Save packaging for transporting. REFER ANY NECESSARY SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. ™ ™ General Digital Corporation GenStar User’s Manual...
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The monitor is intended to be operated only with a power supply provided by General Digital ™ In the UK, use a BS-approved power cord with molded plug having a black (5A) fuse installed for use with this monitor.
6) Adjust the monitor’s brightness and contrast controls to enhance readability. 7) Avoid displaying Þ xed patterns on the monitor for long periods of time to avoid image persistence (after-image effects). 8) Get regular eye checkups. ™ ™ General Digital Corporation GenStar User’s Manual...
™ Another unique property of the GenStar UB-20W-NX-xx LCD monitor is its ability to anticipate ™ and/or diagnose component failures. The integration of General Digital’s proprietary Intelligent ™ Backlight Controller (IBC) promotes the practice of “intelligent replace before fail.” The primary function of the microprocessor-based controller is to regulate the brightness of the SmartBright ™...
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2.2, Intelligent Backlight Controller Summary. ™ In an effort to facilitate Þ eld maintenance, General Digital has mounted the three cooling fans, the AC switching (universal input) power supply, and HEPA Þ lter on the rear of the monitor’s enclosure.
Fans started when ambient temperature of backlight reaches 35° C • – Accelerates maximum brightness from cold start or from low brightness reference Fan speed function of ambient temperature (temperature sensitive) • ™ ™ General Digital Corporation GenStar User’s Manual...
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Failure Log Download ™ ™ » Data can be downloaded and analyzed exclusively with ICARUS or DAEDALUS IRBF software ™ ICARUS supports serial interface only • ™ DAEDALUS supports serial and IrDA interface • ™ ™ General Digital Corporation GenStar User’s Manual...
» PC or Laptop with a serial port ™ » PC or Laptop with an IrDA port (DAEDALUS only) ▪ Hardware Compatibility ™ ™ » Compatible with General Digital Intelligent Backlight Controller only ▪ Software Compatibility ® » Windows 98 One software license per unit required ™...
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Serial interface support....................IrDA interface support ....................Illustrations (on screen) of components identifying current condition using three status colors ™ Erase IBC memory (requires verifi ed data download and General Digital -issued password) Customizable backgrounds (skins) ................... Internet-based registration process ...................
Installation Software CD (includes User’s Manual in PDF format) ™ 1 – Shipping Container Note: Please save your custom-designed shipping container for warranty returns as needed. Shipping in an unauthorized container will void the warranty. ™ ™ General Digital Corporation GenStar User’s Manual...
5 x 20 mm 1¼” x ¼”/ 230 Single-Phase 250 VAC 5 Amps Fast-Acting 5 x 20 mm 1¼” x ¼”/ 230 Dual-Phase 250 VAC 5 Amps Fast-Acting 5 x 20 mm ™ ™ General Digital Corporation GenStar User’s Manual...
This LCD monitor is conÞ gured with threaded inserts (¼-20 x 5/16”), four each located on the left and right sides of the enclosure. These inserts are provided to facilitate a variety of standard or custom options. For your safety, General Digital recommends that any mounting apparatus deployed use at least ™...
Exits OSD if cursor is pointing to Menu Tag Line. Note: Pressing ←, →, ↑, ↓, ENTER, or EXIT buttons will activate the OSD menu. Figure 6-1: Illustration of 7-button Calibration Pad ™ ™ General Digital Corporation GenStar User’s Manual...
In the event that the backlight assembly is unable to produce a mean brightness of 1000 nits (due to aging or failure), the event is recorded in non-volatile memory. This ICARUS data is available to service and maintenance personnel using with General Digital’s ™ ™...
A schematic for the Remote Brightness Interface is provided in Figure 6-2 below. Please note that this interface is designed to support up to a 35-foot cable. Remote brightness controls can be purchased as an accessory directly from General Digital ™...
Controller , certain diagnostic information is also visually communicated to the operator via three ™ BIT LEDs (located on front bezel). The table below summarizes the functionality of the three BIT LEDs. ™ ™ General Digital Corporation GenStar User’s Manual...
PC (e.g., laptop). The serial port ™ allows for data retrieval as well as ß ash (Þ rmware) upgrades. The monitor will not permit ICARUS downloading of data or Flash upgrades unless a licensed copy of General Digital’s ™ ™ DAEDALUS software (see section 2.3, ICARUS...
The AUTO ADJUST CONTRAST function automatically adjusts the contrast to the most suitable value when compared to the input video signal swing. For example, when the input video signal swing is over 0.70 V p-p, contrast is adjusted to a similar value. ™ ™ General Digital Corporation GenStar User’s Manual...
Repeat the AUTO ADJUST function as many times as necessary to properly display the image or move the cursor to the right and select the IMAGE ADJUST icon to manually adjust these settings. Note: General Digital ™ recommends displaying a background with a 50% gray pattern (alternating pixels on and off) before adjusting the horizontal size.
Adjusts the vertical position of the displayed image. Decreasing the value will move the image down; conversely, increasing the value will move the image up. Auto: The AUTO ADJUST POSITION function automatically adjusts both the horizontal and vertical positioning of the display image. ™ ™ General Digital Corporation GenStar User’s Manual...
OSD Menu. Press the RESET button to restore the default values. Size: Adjusts the internal pixel clock or the number of pixels in each horizontal line. Note: General Digital ™ recommends displaying a background with a 50% gray pattern (alternating pixels on and off) before adjusting the Horizontal Size.
Once changes have been made to a preset, the default description will be ← changed to USER. Press the RESET button to restore the default values. Warning: General Digital ships each monitor using preset #2 (7500). We recommend that ™...
← → Adjusts the horizontal position of the OSD menu. ↑ OSD: Adjusts the vertical position of the OSD menu. ↓ All Reset: Resets the OSD menu position to its default setting. ™ ™ General Digital Corporation GenStar User’s Manual...
(horizontal and vertical) and type of sync signal (SEP = separate sync, SOG = sync-on-green) that the video controller has interpreted from the video input signal. ™ ™ General Digital Corporation GenStar User’s Manual...
(customer supplied) Þ ber optic video receiver unit. Secure the brackets (with the supplied mounting hardware) to the monitor via the four mounting studs provided on the rear of the enclosure. ™ ™ General Digital Corporation GenStar User’s Manual...
A. Verify that the line cord is properly connected to an AC power source (i.e., wall outlet). B. Inspect AC line cord for physical damage or replace. C. Check the fuse. D. Replace power supply. E. If the image does not return, contact General Digital Service Department for a ™ Return Material Authorization (RMA). FAILURE:...
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FAILURE: Dim Display CAUSE: Defective Backlights SOLUTION: Check LCD monitor total runtime hours. Backlight brightness will be reduced as the bulbs age. Contact General Digital Service Department for advisement/ ™ replacement. FAILURE: Image Persistence CAUSE: Image Left on Screen for Extended Period of Time SOLUTION: Image persistence is when a “ghost”...
The LCD monitor is capable of operation in direct sunlight as a result of optimization of both contrast and brightness. Brightness augmentation is accomplished by two methods: optical bonding of enhancement Þ lters to the LCD, and implementation of General Digital’s proprietary ™...
BIT LEDs. The fans can be easily replaced ™ by detaching the locking connector and removing the four mounting screws. Replacement fan assemblies can be purchased directly from General Digital ™ 8.1.1.1 Center Air Intake Fan Maintenance 1) Unplug the fan power connector by Þ...
Use a small drop of 222 Loctite on the end of each screw, tightening to a torque of 3 inch pounds. WARNING: Overtightening the fans can cause premature bearing failure. 6) Plug the fan’s power connector into the enclosure and secure by tightening the knurled nut. Figure 8-2 ™ ™ General Digital Corporation GenStar User’s Manual...
8.1.2 REMOVABLE HEPA FILTER The HEPA Þ lter is installed in a removable bracket that facilitates periodic replacement. For a typical ofÞ ce environment, General Digital recommends that the Þ lter be replaced every four months. The ™ frequency of replacement may vary depending on the cleanliness of the operating environment.
6) Attach new power supply (Þ gure 8-6) noting cable polarities. Use a small drop of 222 Loctite at the bottom threads of each screw. Figure 8-5 BLACK & GREEN WIRES DC POWER CABLE Figure 8-6 ™ ™ General Digital Corporation GenStar User’s Manual...
CLEANING ANTIREFLECTIVE GLASS The LCD display is protected/augmented by a glass Þ lter with an etched antireß ective coating that is optically bonded to the surface of the display. General Digital recommends that the glass Þ lter be ™ periodically cleaned to maintain a sharp and crisp image for operators.
Mounting ........¼-20 x 0.31” deep threaded inserts, 4 places on left and right sides Weight (operating)......<34 lbs. (excluding optional Fiber Optic Receiver) Specifi cations subject to change without notice or obligation. ™ ™ General Digital Corporation GenStar User’s Manual...
70 Hz ≤ fV 1280 x 960 (75) VESA STANDARD 76 kHz ≤ fH < 81 kHz 1280 x 1024 (75) VESA STANDARD 81 kHz ≤ fH 1280 x 1024 (76) SUN (135 MHz) ™ ™ General Digital Corporation GenStar User’s Manual...
Buyer shall include a brief description of the problem or failure mode experienced. Buyer shall mark the outside of the package containing the product or products, conspicuously, with the letters “RMA” and the number assigned by General Digital Corporation.
General Digital . General Digital ™ ™ assumes no responsibility for any damage resulting from the use of a General Digital device which ™ does not comply with the instructions and precautions speciÞ ed in this manual.
Since implementation by customers of each product may vary, the suitability of speciÞ c product conÞ gurations and applications must be determined by the customer and is not warranted by General Digital Corporation. ™...
™ 15.0 CONTACTING GENERAL DIGITAL General Digital wants you to be completely satisÞ ed with your product. Please feel welcome to ™ contact us should you require any of our services. General Digital Corporation ™ 8 Nutmeg Road South Windsor, CT 06074 Phone ..860.282.2900...
APPENDIX A CALIBRATION TIPS Irrespective of the LCD monitor type or model that you have purchased from General Digital , all ™ LCD monitors employ a multi-frequency input that should be calibrated for each video mode you wish to support. If performed properly, the calibration procedure need only be performed once.
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5. HORIZONTAL AND VERTICAL POSITIONING Use the HORIZONTAL and VERTICAL position settings (see section 6.6.3, Position) to adjust the image so that it is centered properly on the display. ™ ™ General Digital Corporation GenStar User’s Manual...
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Inherently, LCD displays do not support a color gamut as large as a traditional CRT. Unless operators use sophisticated instrumentation to measure the color output of the LCD display, calibration of the color gamut is subjectively performed. General Digital offers a simple calibration ™...
This LCD monitor is conÞ gured with four threaded inserts (¼-20 x 5/16”) located on the left and right sides of the enclosure. These inserts are provided to facilitate a variety of standard or custom options. For your safety, General Digital recommends that any mounting apparatus deployed use at least ™...
If the RTV is gouged or missing, immediately cease operation and return defective Inverter PCB for rework in accordance with the appropriate manufacturing procedure. For additional instructions, reference the installation and safety instructions contained in this manual. ™ ™ General Digital Corporation GenStar User’s Manual...
No Logo ............! GD Logo ............FILTER Clear Float ............ 62% Neutral Density........! SOFTWARE UTILITIES ICARUS ............! ™ DAEDALUS ™ ..........None............. GD PART NUMBER *Compliant with Raytheon Spec. No. G771816 ™ ™ General Digital Corporation GenStar User’s Manual...
The peripheral box is used to enable the video display horizontal SIZE and horizontal POSITION calibration controls to be adjusted such that all 1280 pixels in the horizontal direction and all 1024 lines in the vertical direction are utilized. ™ ™ General Digital Corporation GenStar User’s Manual...
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Left, Right, Top, and Bottom. See Figure G-1. This is caused by artifacts produced by the way the range ring circles are digitally constructed. These diagonal artifacts do not hinder the use of the test pattern and should be ignored. ™ ™ General Digital Corporation GenStar User’s Manual...
Note: If two peak brightness settings are achieved, select the setting that has the least red content. G-2.3 Display Centering The horizontal and vertical POSITION controls are used to center the displayed image in both the horizontal and vertical directions. ™ ™ General Digital Corporation GenStar User’s Manual...
On the DCB, select <CMP> and press <ENTER> on the trackball. d) Set the intensity of the Compass Rose to 100% brightness and press <ENTER> on the trackball. e) Select <DONE>. ™ ™ General Digital Corporation GenStar User’s Manual...
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Move the trackball up to increase the test map brightness to maximum (100%). On the keyboard, select <ENTER>. Select <DONE> on the DCB. d) On the keyboard, toggle the DCB to Off. <DCB>. ™ ™ General Digital Corporation GenStar User’s Manual...
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12) Press the <EXIT> button to save the values entered and to return to the main menu. 13) Press the <EXIT> button again to turn off the OSD. ™ ™ General Digital Corporation GenStar User’s Manual...
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DISPLAY PHASE ALIGNMENT USING RANGE RING TEST PATTERN (Width and Phase Alignment Out of Phase to In Phase) Range Rings Peripheral Box Vertical Bands Figure G-2 Figure G-3 Figure G-4 Figure G-5 Figure G-6 Figure G-7 ™ ™ General Digital Corporation GenStar User’s Manual...
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Contrast Auto Adjust X & Y Position and H Size Manual H & V Position Manual Image Adjust H Size and Fine Tune Color Control Tool Icon: OSD Position Left/Right and Up/Down ™ ™ General Digital Corporation GenStar User’s Manual...
SVGA ..... Super Video Graphics Array (800 x 600 pixels) SXGA...... Super Extended Graphics Array (1280 x 1024 pixels) VGA ....... Video Graphics Array (640 x 480 pixels) XGA......Extended Graphics Array (1024 x 768 pixels) ™ ™ General Digital Corporation GenStar User’s Manual...
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GenStar™ UB-20W-NX-xx July 2001 ™ ™ General Digital Corporation GenStar User’s Manual...
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