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INSTALLING THE DISPLAY Connect Power Connect Video Connect Audio Connect Touch Screen Power Management System USING THE CONTROLS Overview Hot Key Functions OSD Menu Function Menus OSD Lockout APPENDIXES Technical Information Supported Timing Troubleshooting VS17 Display VS17SXAD / VS15SXAD-TR Operations Manual www.planar.com...
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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 FCC Compliance Statement provides this information as reference only. Reference to other vendors’ product does not imply Index any recommendation or endorsement.
Contents QUICK LINKS Contents FCC Compliance Statement Regulatory Compliance Index FCC Compliance Statement Ordering Parts Product Information Product Information Getting Started Regulatory Compliance About the VS17 Display Warranty Unpack the Display GETTING STARTED Identify the Components About the Display Adjust the Orientation/Viewing Angle Unpack Display Installing the Display Identify Components...
Amendments 1 and 2. To help the medical device designer evaluate the suitability of these displays, APPENDIXES Planar has also conducted EMC testing to IEC 60601-1-2 as it can be applied. The display with its Technical Information power supply alone does not represent a functional medical device. Hence, Planar configured a minimal operating system to exercise the display.
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Planar Systems, Inc., located in Beaverton, Oregon, USA, is the manufacturer of these displays in Unpack Display the meaning of the directive. As required by the MDD in Article 14, Planar Systems, Inc., not residing in the European Economic Area (EEA), has a European representative, Planar Systems, Inc.—...
FCC Compliance Statement QUICK LINKS Contents This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, FCC Compliance Statement pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection Index against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a residential installation.
Product Information QUICK LINKS Contents FCC Compliance Statement Symbol explanations Index These symbols appear on the display or power adapter. Ordering Parts Product Information Symbol Regulatory Compliance Warranty GETTING STARTED About the Display Unpack Display Identify Components Adjust Orientation/Angle INSTALLING THE DISPLAY Connect Power Connect Video Connect Audio...
Replace any cord or cable that is frayed or damaged with another of the same type and Connect Audio rating as supplied by Planar. (See The safety and regulatory listings and certifications are based on the cable supplied by Connect Touch Screen Planar.
Cleaning instructions QUICK LINKS Contents The VS17SXAD models will continue to operate while being cleaned in a fashion normal for FCC Compliance Statement a hospital environment. The display withstands nonabrasive cloths and cleaning solutions used on similar equipment. Index Ordering Parts Do not spray liquid cleaners directly onto the screen.
About the VS17 Display QUICK LINKS Contents FCC Compliance Statement The architecture of the VS17 display incorporates an active matrix liquid-crystal display (AMLCD) panel that produces a bright, high-contrast image with low Index radiation emission. This technology greatly reduces the radiation-related health Ordering Parts concerns associated with cathode-ray tube (CRT) monitors.
Unpack the Display QUICK LINKS Contents Make sure you receive the following items. If any item is missing or damaged, FCC Compliance Statement see your dealer immediately. Index • LCD screen Ordering Parts Product Information • Desk stand or VESA mounting plate Regulatory Compliance •...
Identify the Components QUICK LINKS Contents The VS17 display provides easy access to all controls and peripheral ports. FCC Compliance Statement The following illustrations of the front and back panels identify the display controls Index and ports. Ordering Parts Product Information Front panel Regulatory Compliance Warranty...
Back panel QUICK LINKS Contents FCC Compliance Statement Index Ordering Parts Product Information Regulatory Compliance Warranty GETTING STARTED About the Display Unpack Display Identify Components Adjust Orientation/Angle INSTALLING THE DISPLAY Connect Power Connect Video Connect Audio Connect Touch Screen Power Management System USING THE CONTROLS Overview Hot Key Functions...
Adjust the Orientation/Viewing Angle QUICK LINKS Contents You can rotate your VS17 display from landscape to portrait and tilt it downward or FCC Compliance Statement upward to various viewing angles. The side view of the display shows the angle Index settings possible, ranging from -5 degrees downward to 25 degrees upward.
Connect the AC Power QUICK LINKS Contents 1 Plug the AC power cord into the power adapter. FCC Compliance Statement 2 Plug the power connector into the locking mini DIN port on the back panel. Index Push the connector in until the locking mechanism clicks. Ordering Parts Product Information 3 Plug the power cord into a grounded wall outlet.
Connect the Video Cable QUICK LINKS Contents 1 Turn off your computer and display before connecting the two units. FCC Compliance Statement 2 Plug the video cable into the DVI port for digital mode or into the D-sub Index VGA port for analog mode. (The illustration below shows the VGA Ordering Parts connection.
If so, the volume has been preset to the maximum. Although the display speakers are adequate for most audio applications, Planar does not recommend using the display speakers as the exclusive audio source for medical alarms or applications critical for audio performance.
Connect the Optional Touch Screen QUICK LINKS Contents 1 Plug the RS232 cable into the RS232 port on the display. FCC Compliance Statement 2 Plug the other end of the cable to the RS232 serial port on your computer. Index Ordering Parts 3 Load the touchscreen driver from the CD enclosed.
Power Management System QUICK LINKS Contents The VS17 display complies with the VESA Display Power Management Signaling FCC Compliance Statement standard. The four power-saving modes listed below are based on the display Index detecting the horizontal or vertical sync signal. Ordering Parts Product Information Mode...
Overview of Display Controls QUICK LINKS Contents FCC Compliance Statement The onscreen display (OSD) menu is the user interface for controlling various aspects of the VS17 display. Using the OSD menu, you can adjust functions such as Index brightness, image fine-tuning, and speaker volume. Ordering Parts Product Information Use the push buttons on the front of the display to operate the controls.
Hot Key Functions QUICK LINKS Contents Three Hot Key functions allow you to make quick adjustments to the display setting, FCC Compliance Statement volume, and contrast. Index Ordering Parts Product Information Regulatory Compliance Warranty GETTING STARTED About the Display Unpack Display Identify Components Adjust Orientation/Angle INSTALLING THE DISPLAY...
Onscreen Display Main Menu QUICK LINKS Contents This screen appears when you access the OSD main menu. The top row of icons FCC Compliance Statement represents the main menus. When a menu item is highlighted, its submenu and Index a description of the submenu item appear below the main menu bar. Ordering Parts Product Information Regulatory Compliance...
Function Menus QUICK LINKS Contents Analog Mode FCC Compliance Statement Index Monitor–Control Menu Ordering Parts Product Information Regulatory Compliance Warranty GETTING STARTED About the Display Unpack Display Identify Components Adjust Orientation/Angle INSTALLING THE DISPLAY Connect Power Connect Video Connect Audio Connect Touch Screen Power Management System USING THE CONTROLS...
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QUICK LINKS Contents OSD–Control Menu FCC Compliance Statement Index Ordering Parts Product Information Regulatory Compliance Warranty GETTING STARTED About the Display Unpack Display Identify Components Adjust Orientation/Angle INSTALLING THE DISPLAY Connect Power Connect Video Connect Audio Connect Touch Screen Power Management System USING THE CONTROLS Overview Hot Key Functions...
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QUICK LINKS Contents Graphic–Control Menu FCC Compliance Statement Index Ordering Parts Product Information Regulatory Compliance Warranty GETTING STARTED About the Display Unpack Display Identify Components Adjust Orientation/Angle INSTALLING THE DISPLAY Connect Power Connect Video Connect Audio Connect Touch Screen Power Management System USING THE CONTROLS Overview Hot Key Functions...
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QUICK LINKS Contents Miscellaneous–Control Menu FCC Compliance Statement Index Ordering Parts Product Information Regulatory Compliance Warranty GETTING STARTED About the Display Unpack Display Identify Components Adjust Orientation/Angle INSTALLING THE DISPLAY Connect Power Connect Video Connect Audio Connect Touch Screen Power Management System USING THE CONTROLS Overview Hot Key Functions...
Digital Mode QUICK LINKS Contents Monitor–Control Menu FCC Compliance Statement Index Ordering Parts Product Information Regulatory Compliance Warranty GETTING STARTED About the Display Unpack Display Identify Components Adjust Orientation/Angle INSTALLING THE DISPLAY OSD–Control Menu Connect Power Connect Video Connect Audio Connect Touch Screen Power Management System USING THE CONTROLS...
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QUICK LINKS Contents Graphic–Control Menu FCC Compliance Statement Index Ordering Parts Product Information Regulatory Compliance Warranty GETTING STARTED About the Display Unpack Display Identify Components Adjust Orientation/Angle INSTALLING THE DISPLAY Connect Power Connect Video Connect Audio Connect Touch Screen Power Management System USING THE CONTROLS Overview Hot Key Functions...
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QUICK LINKS Contents Miscellaneous–Control Menu FCC Compliance Statement Index Ordering Parts Product Information Regulatory Compliance Warranty GETTING STARTED About the Display Unpack Display Identify Components Adjust Orientation/Angle INSTALLING THE DISPLAY Connect Power Connect Video Connect Audio Connect Touch Screen Power Management System USING THE CONTROLS Overview Hot Key Functions...
Onscreen Display Lockout QUICK LINKS Contents FCC Compliance Statement The VS17 display incorporates an OSD lockout function that you toggle active or inactive. Pressing three controls simultaneously—Function DOWN, Adjust PLUS, Index and Adjust MINUS—keeps the onscreen display from being enabled by the power Ordering Parts control.
Technical Information QUICK LINKS Contents FCC Compliance Statement VS17SXAD/VS17SXAD-TR Index Color TFT AMLCD flat-panel unit Control Functions Power Ordering Parts Onscreen display (OSD) Product Information Regulatory Compliance Warranty GETTING STARTED About the Display Unpack Display Display area (mm) Response (Rise/Fall) Time Identify Components Contrast ratio Adjust Orientation/Angle...
Supported Timing QUICK LINKS Contents FCC Compliance Statement Index Item Ordering Parts Product Information Regulatory Compliance MAC 13-inch mode Warranty MAC 16-inch mode MAC 17-inch mode GETTING STARTED About the Display Unpack Display Identify Components Adjust Orientation/Angle INSTALLING THE DISPLAY Connect Power Connect Video Connect Audio...
Troubleshooting QUICK LINKS Contents FCC Compliance Statement Problem Index Ordering Parts Display indicates “Over Range” Product Information The frequency range is out of display specifications, or the Regulatory Compliance incoming resolution is higher than 1280 x 1024. The video Warranty data turns off and this warning message appears.
Index QUICK LINKS Contents FCC Compliance Statement Index about the display AC power, connecting Ordering Parts Adjust button Product Information adjusting Regulatory Compliance display Warranty viewing angle/orientation analog mode, OSD menu GETTING STARTED audio cable, connecting About the Display Unpack Display back panel Identify Components Adjust Orientation/Angle...
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QUICK LINKS menu (cont.) Contents OSD lockout OSD-Control FCC Compliance Statement MISC-Control menu Index Monitor-Control menu Ordering Parts mounting options, VESA Product Information Regulatory Compliance ordering parts Warranty orientation, screen OSD menu GETTING STARTED analog mode About the Display digital mode Unpack Display lockout Identify Components...
About the Display a non-functioning display. Planar customer service staff will attempt to correct any minor issues that may be causing the problem. Once Planar has determined that you have a non- Unpack Display functioning product, Planar will arrange for return and repair of the non-functioning product.
GETTING STARTED About the Display b) Repair or attempted repair by anyone not authorized by Planar. Unpack Display c) Any damage of the product due to shipment. Identify Components d) Removal or installation of the product.
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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: FCC Compliance Statement Index DAMAGE TO OTHER PROPERTY CAUSED BY ANY DEFECTS IN THE PRODUCT,...
Ordering Information QUICK LINKS Contents FCC Compliance Statement Non-touch display Index Ordering Parts VS17SXAD Display Product Information VS 17SXAD 17-inch SXGA Medically Certified Display with desk stand Regulatory Compliance and US power cord Warranty VS 17SXAD 17-inch SXGA Medically Certified Display with GETTING STARTED About the Display desk stand and European power cord...
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Resistive-touch display QUICK LINKS Contents FCC Compliance Statement VS17SXAD-TR Display Index VS 17SXAD-TR 17-inch SXGA Medically Certified Display with desk Ordering Parts stand and US power cord Product Information VS 17SXAD-TR 17-inch SXGA Medically Certified Display with desk Regulatory Compliance stand and European power cord Warranty VS 17SXAD-TR 17-inch SXGA Medically Certified Display with VESA...
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