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Installing and Using
The VR315 Monochrome Monitor
Order Number EK-VR315-IN-001
Digital Equipment Corporation

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  • Page 1 Installing and Using The VR315 Monochrome Monitor Order Number EK-VR315-IN-001 Digital Equipment Corporation...
  • Page 2 March 1990 The information in this document is subject to change without notice and should not be construed as a commitment by Digital Equipment Corporation. Digital Equipment Corporation assumes no responsibility for any errors that may appear in this document.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents About This Manual Unpacking Unpacking the Boxes ........1–1 Installation Installing the Monitor .
  • Page 4 iv Contents How To Get Service ........5–2 Specifications Tables...

  • Page 5: About This Manual

    Its built-in tilt-swivel stand lets you adjust the screen for your viewing comfort. When connected to a host system, the VR315 can display information sent by the host. Before You Start This guide describes how to install, operate, and maintain your VR315 monitor.
  • Page 6 vi About This Manual Conventions This document uses the following conventions: Convention Meaning CAUTION Provides information to prevent damage to the equipment. NOTE Provides general information. WARNING Provides information that relates to personnel safety. Refers to a number in a black circle in an illustration.

  • Page 7: Unpacking

    Unpacking Unpacking the Boxes Identify each box. If any box or item inside a box is missing or damaged, contact your salesperson and your delivery agent. NOTE The monitor power cord comes with the host system. IMPORTANT: Save the opened boxes and the packing material in case you need to return the monitor for any reason.
  • Page 8 1–2 Unpacking Unpack the monitor box. The contents of the monitor box consists of the VR315 monochrome monitor and this manual. The VR315 monitor comes in two models: Model Number Applicable Area VR315-DA Northern Hemisphere VR315-D4 Southern Hemisphere Place the monitor on a level surface. The monitor weighs approximately 13 kg (29 lbs).

  • Page 9: Installation

    Installation Installing the Monitor Make sure the power switch is in the out position (off). M A - 1 2 9 2 - 8 9 . D G 2–1...
  • Page 10 2–2 Installation Connect the video cable to the monitor. NOTE The video cable is shipped with your host system. (A sample video cable is shown below.) 1. Push the video cable into the connector on the monitor and turn right until it clicks and locks in place.
  • Page 11 Installation 2–3 Connect the power cord. NOTE The power supply automatically selects the correct voltage. 1. Plug the power cord firmly into the power connector on the back of the monitor. 2. Connect the other end of the power cord to the power source, such as the host system.

  • Page 12: Operation

    Operation Controls and Indicators CAUTION To avoid damage to the monitor, allow a cold monitor to warm to room temperature before turning it on. Identify monitor controls and power indicator. Use Table 3–1 and the next illustration to identify the monitor controls and power indicator.
  • Page 13 3–2 Operation M A - 1 2 9 5 - 8 9 . D G Monitor Controls and Indicator...
  • Page 14 Operation 3–3 Turn the system power on. Make sure your host system is on; then, push in the video monitor power switch. The power switch should light up. Wait about 20 seconds for a video display. NOTE If the video display is not visible within 20 seconds, or if the switch does not light up, refer to Chapter 4 of this manual.

  • Page 15: Adjustments

    3–4 Operation Adjustments Adjust the contrast and brightness controls. 1. Set the contrast and brightness controls to the right to their maximum level. 2. Decrease the brightness just until the background intensity or raster disappears. 3. Adjust the contrast to your viewing preference. M A - 1 2 9 7 - 8 9 .
  • Page 16 Operation 3–5 Adjust the tilt-swivel stand. CAUTION The monitor does not swivel in a complete circle. If you try to swivel the monitor in a complete circle, you could damage the base. You can swivel the monitor about its base and still maintain the tilt angle. While holding the monitor base, pull up or push down on the bottom of the bezel to adjust the tilt angle, using a side-to-side swivel motion to aid the tilting effort.
  • Page 17 3–6 Operation Adjust the rotation and centering controls. NOTE Due to the earth’s magnetic field, the active area of the video display may shift slightly when the monitor is rotated or moved from one place to another. • If necessary, adjust the rotation control for a level display.

  • Page 18: Maintenance

    Maintenance Cleaning the Screen Before cleaning the screen, turn the monitor power switch off and wait 20 seconds to let static electricity dissipate. Clean the screen with a good quality, nonabrasive, nonflammable glass cleaner, or a video screen cleaner (Digital part number VT3XX-SC). Identifying and Correcting Problems Table 4–1 will help you determine if the problem is in the monitor or in a source external to the monitor.

  • Page 19: Identifying And Correcting Problems

    4–2 Maintenance Table 4–1 Identifying and Correcting Problems Symptom Possible Cause Suggested Solution Power indicator Power cord is not Turn the monitor power switch does not light up connected to the off. Reconnect the power cord to when you turn the power source or the the power source and the monitor.
  • Page 20 Maintenance 4–3 Table 4–1 (Cont.) Identifying and Correcting Problems Symptom Possible Cause Suggested Solution Screen display is Electromagnetic Move any electromechanical distorted or rolling. interference is device, such as a fan, a motor, coming from other or an electric pencil sharpener, appliances.

  • Page 21: Service

    Service Digital provides a wide range of maintenance programs that cover small systems and terminals. You can use these programs to select a plan that suits your service needs. On-Site Repair Digital offers fast, low-cost, quality maintenance performed at your site by Digital-trained Service Specialists.

  • Page 22: Decall

    5–2 Service DECall DECall provides similar service to Per Call service; however, you pay a fixed fee per call with an annual retainer fee. Off-Site Service Digital also provides several options for off-site service which are described next. Carry-In Servicenters Digital Carry-In Servicenters are located in major cities around the world.

  • Page 23: Specifications

    Specifications Dimensions Height 38 cm (15 in) Width 38 cm (15 in) Depth 39.6 cm (15.58 in) Weight 13 kg (29 lb) Tilt Range 20° (5° forward, 15° backward) Swivel Range 90° (left and right) Display Cathode ray tube (CRT) 38 cm (15 in) diagonal Display Area 1024 pixels horizontal x 864 lines vertical.

  • Page 24: Video Timing-1024 X 864 Resolution

    6–2 Specifications Operating Temperature 10° to 40° C (50° to 104° F) Humidity 10% to 95% relative humidity Maximum wet bulb = 32° C Minimum dew point = 2° C (noncondensing) Table 6–1 Video Timing—1024 x 864 Resolution Specification Timing Horizontal frequency 64.542 kHz Vertical frequency...

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