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  • Page 1 AlphaScreen 46 LCD Monitor Installation and Operation Manual www.jrc.am...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Contents I Preface......................4 I.1 Revision History................................ 4 I.2 Glossary..................................4 I.3 Index of Images................................ 6 II Caution......................7 III Introduction....................9 1 Installation Instructions................10 1.1 Transportation................................ 10 1.2 Unpacking and Checking............................10 1.3 Product Labeling..............................11 1.4 Warning Notice...............................11 1.5 Interfaces................................12 1.5.1 Definition of the Interfaces..........................
  • Page 3 2.15 Serial Communication Interfaces......................... 28 2.16 Troubleshooting..............................29 3 Specifications....................30 3.1 Mechanical Specifications............................30 3.2 Monitor Mounting Options............................31 3.3 Sealing the Rear of the Device..........................32 3.4 Display Module...............................32 3.5 Voltage Supply............................... 33 3.6 Digital Signal Input (DVI-1, DVI-2).........................33 3.7 Analog Signal Input (RGB-1(VGA) / RGB-2)......................33 3.8 Video Signal Input (CVBS)............................

  • Page 4: I Preface

    I Preface This document describes the functionality, the intended use and the most important product specifications of the AlphaScreen 46. The contents have been examined to verify the hardware and software described herein. Because of clarity, the document does not contain all the detailed information about this product. With respect to hardware and/or software, customized versions may be made.
  • Page 5 DVI (Digital Visual DVI is a digital interface standard. DVI allows direct transmission of the PC’s digital data Interface) without loss. This adopts the TMDS transmission system and DVI connectors. There are two types of DVI connectors. One is a DVI-D connector for digital signal input only. The other is a DVI-I connector for both digital and analog signal inputs.

  • Page 6: Index Of Images

    RoHS (Restriction of A European Union directive that stands for "the restriction of the use of certain hazardous Hazardous Substances) substances in electrical and electronic equipment". The six restricted substances are lead, mercury, cadmium, hexavalent chromium, PBDE (polybrominated diphenylethers), and PBB (polybrominated biphenyls). RoHS went into effect in July 2006 and applies to most electrical and electronic equipment manufactured and imported into the EU.

  • Page 7: Caution

    II Caution To safely install and operate this instrument, so as not to adversely affect the warranty, the WARNINGS and CAUTIONS must be adhered to. • WARNING - Clarification • Indicates potential risk of injury or death to users of the product. •...
  • Page 8 • CAUTION • If the product is placed in an enclosed space, allow for sufficient ventilation and air circulation for cooling. • CAUTION • Avoid placement in the immediate vicinity of heat-producing equipment and/or flammable environments. • CAUTION • Condensation may form in and on the device if it is placed in a room with a higher or increasing ambient temperature.

  • Page 9: Introduction

    III Introduction This high-quality monitor has been designed specifically for the maritime sector and has been tested in accordance with international standard IEC 60945. The high resolution, superior brightness and wide viewing angle ensure very good readability. The frontage is IP 55- compliant with regards to water protection.

  • Page 10: Installation Instructions

    1 Installation Instructions This chapter explains the installation process from unpacking to connecting the monitor. 1.1 Transportation The AlphaScreen 46 is a sensitive instrument and must be handled with care if it is transported, or moved. As long as the product is packed in its standard Alphatron Marine box it can be transported anywhere at any distance. •...

  • Page 11: Product Labeling

    1.3 Product Labeling Label types and positions on the AlphaScreen 46 are defined as below: Figure 1: Product Labeling On the back of the screen an Electrical Label and a Caution Label are adhered. Figure 2: Electrical Label Figure 3: Caution Label 1.4 Warning Notice •...

  • Page 12: Interfaces

    • CAUTION - Ventilation • If the product is placed in an enclosed space, allow for sufficient ventilation and air circulation for cooling. • CAUTION • Avoid placement in the immediate vicinity of heat-producing equipment and/or flammable environments. 1.5 Interfaces This chapter covers the location of the interfaces and the devices that can be connected to the monitor.

  • Page 13: Rs232 Interface

    1.5.2 RS232 Interface This chapter provides information regarding type of plug and counter plug to use for this interface. Plug Type Counter Plug D-Sub 9 pin socket D-Sub 9 pin plug Table 3: Plug Connector Signal TXD (output) RXD (input) n.c.

  • Page 14: Rs485 Interface

    Signal Key 1 (+ / up) Key 2 (- / down) Key 3 (Menu) Key 4 (Select) Figure 6: Plug Connector Key 5 (Power) Table 6: Interface for external keyboard 1.5.4 RS485 Interface This interface is galvanically isolated from the monitor’s power supply and PE. Manufacturer Plug type Counter plug...

  • Page 15: Dc Voltage Supply

    1.5.5 DC Voltage Supply The 24VDC voltage supply connection is galvanically isolated from the housing and other interfaces. Manufacturer Plug type Manufacturer Plug type Counter plug Phoenix Contact CC 2.5/3-GF-5.08 FKCN 2.5/ 3-STF-5.08 Table 9: Plug Connections Signal +24VDC Shielding (connection to Figure 8: Pin Arrangement the housing) Table 10: Pin Arrangement...

  • Page 16: Ergonomics

    1.6.1 Ergonomics For optimum viewing it is important to ergonomically install the screen correctly. An excessively dark or bright screen may affect your eyes. Adjust the brightness of the monitor according to the environmental conditions. 1. Adjust the brightness of the monitor according to the environmental conditions. Note For ECDIS applications, the minimum recommended viewing distance is as follows: (IEC62288, Part 7.5 Screen resolution), 46”...

  • Page 17: Operation

    2 Operation This chapter describes MENU handling, RADAR settings, CALIBRATION and TROUBLESHOOTING. 2.1 OSD - Menu The “On-Screen Display” (OSD) is a menu system shown on the display screen. All settings and adjustments to the monitor can be made with the help of the menu system and the operating elements described. The OSD Keyboard is placed at the front panel and is operated with four buttons (plus additional On/Off button).

  • Page 18: Quick Osd Menu

    2.3 Quick OSD Menu Use the quick OSD Menu to quickly get started: 1. Press the ▼ or ▲ button to call up the “Backlight” Quick OSD Menu to change backlight brightness and also to change backlight brightness. Note 0.5 .. 400 cd/m² if “Backlight Controller is set to “On”, or 0 .. 100 if “Backlight Controller is set to “Off”. 2.

  • Page 19: Main Menu - Picture 1 (Rgb-1 (Vga) / Rgb-2)

    2.6 Main Menu - Picture 1 (RGB-1 (VGA) / RGB-2) This chapter explains the settings of parameters in the main window for RGB-1 and RGB-2. Parameter Setting Description Main Window (1) / PiP Window (2) Determines in which window (Main/ Focus PIP) a setting should be made.

  • Page 20: Main Menu - Picture 2 (Dvi-1, Dvi-2, Rgb-1, Rgb-2, Cvbs)

    Parameter Setting Description Contrast 0 ~ 100 Setting the contrast (default value: 50)³ H Position 0 ~ 100 Setting the horizontal image position V Position 0 ~ 100 Setting the vertical image position 0 ~ 100 Setting the hue. Just for NTSC signal Saturation 0 ~ 100 Setting color saturation...

  • Page 21: Sub-Menu - Picture In Picture (Pip)

    Parameter Setting Description The “calibrate” setting is possible only after a gamma calibration is carried out. Variable (2.2) Gamma This menu item is not visible when the Calibrate (G:2.2, x:0.300, y:0.310) “ECDIS & Radar” function in the Main menu – Setup, see Table 16: Main menu - Setup on page 22.

  • Page 22: Main Menu - Setup

    Parameter Setting Description This function starts the automatic image balance of the frequency, phase and image position of the analog image signal displayed. PIP size PIP H Position Setting the properties of the PIP PIP Adjustment window. PIP V Position PIP Transparency Table 15: Sub - menu - PIP 2.9 Main Menu –...

  • Page 23: Sub-Menu - Source

    Parameter Setting Description English German Language Selects the OSD language Spanish French Test pattern Displays various test images Factory/User Settings Saves user settings and resets to factory or user settings. Table 16: Main menu - Setup 2.9.1 Sub-Menu – Source This chapter provides settings information regarding the Source parameters.

  • Page 24: Main Menu - Communication

    Parameter Setting Description Locking keyboard input for OSD operations. To deactivate the keyboard lock, when the monitor is being powered Key Lock Off/On up (turning on the power supply), the “down/-” button must be pressed until a confirmation window appears in the lower right-hand corner of the screen.

  • Page 25: Sub-Menu - Snmp (Ethernet)

    Parameter Setting Description Slave Address 1 - 254 Defines a MODBUS slave address. 19200 Baud Transmission speed for the RS Baud rate 485/422. 9600 Baud Even Parity Parity check configuration. Bus Mode Two-wire: Selection of the bus topology. Four-wire: Half-duplex/full-duplex. Bus Termination Off/On Final termination of the bus system.
  • Page 26 Function Description Timing Index Index of the active signal source from the internal timing table. Table 22: Page 1/5: (Information to the active input signal) Function Description Selected Source Active signal source (DVI-1, DVI-2, VGA, RGB-2, CVBS). Resolution (H x V) Picture resolution of the active signal source.

  • Page 27: Main Menu - Self-Test

    Function Description Serial number Serial number of the monitor. (Always provide this number when contacting ALPHATRON MARINE). Table 26: Page 5/5: Version 2.12 Main Menu – Self-Test This sub-menu shows the detailed results of the internal monitor self-test. It is used by service personnel for purposes of analysis.

  • Page 28: Calibrating The Rgb Input Channel Rgb-1 (Vga) And Rgb-2

    A color sensor that is connected to the DV4624 via the RS232 interface is required to perform this calibration. Control of the calibration process is done through the monitor itself and can be started using the OSD. No additional hardware or software is necessary.

  • Page 29: Troubleshooting

    Note The detailed description of each of the communication protocols is available in separate documents available from ALPHATRON MARINE 2.16 Troubleshooting This chapter provides information concerning fault finding and fixing. Problem Cause Solution No input signal to DVI-x, RBG-x or Connect the appropriate input signal.

  • Page 30: Specifications

    3 Specifications This chapter details the specific characteristics of the monitor. 3.1 Mechanical Specifications Dimensions of the monitor. Figure 12: Mechanical Dimensions 30 | Specifications...

  • Page 31: Monitor Mounting Options

    3.2 Monitor Mounting Options Installation requires M8 screws with a 1.25 mm thread pitch. Note The maximum screw depth is 16 mm. Figure 13: Mounting options of the Device 31 | Specifications...

  • Page 32: Sealing The Rear Of The Device

    3.3 Sealing the Rear of the Device To be IP55 compliant the monitor requires to be water resistant Figure 14: Reverse side placement of all around seal 1. Install seal between the front cover and mounting location for use in areas requiring an IP55 rating. 2.

  • Page 33: Voltage Supply

    Parameter Values Pixel error class Class II (ISO 9241) Table 28: Display Module 3.5 Voltage Supply This chapter provides an overview of Input Voltage and Power Consumption of the monitor. Parameter Values AC input voltage 90 - 264 VAC, 47 - 63 Hz Fuse 2 x 5 A Maximum...

  • Page 34: Video Signal Input (Cvbs)

    Parameter Values Synchronization Separate sync, composite sync to H, Composite sync to green 470 Ω Impedance H/V input Pixel frequency 25 ~ 155 MHz H frequency 15 ~ 100 MHz V frequency 50 ~ 100 MHz Table 31: Analog signal input (RGB-1(VGA) / RGB-2) 3.8 Video Signal Input (CVBS) This chapter provides information regarding signal input for CVBS.

  • Page 35: Environmental Requirements

    3.10 Environmental Requirements This chapter provides requirements for safe operating and storage conditions. Parameter Values Operating temperature -15 ~ 55 °C (5 ~ 131 °F) Storage temperature -20 ~ 70 °C (-4 ~ 158 °F) ≤95% (no condensation) Humidity Table 34: Environmental requirements 3.11 Physical Properties This chapter provides information regarding the physical properties of the monitor.

  • Page 36: Annex A

    3.14 Annex A The Displays could be used in combination with the following MFD, Radar, and ECDIS equipment: Device Type Type Approval Radar JRC JMR-9200 0168 BABT-MED-000060 ECDIS JRC JAN-9201 0168 BABT-MED-000062 Table 38: The AlphaScreen 46 (Eizo DuraVision DV4624-002)
  • Page 37 All over the world, close to the customer JRC/Alphatron Marine B.V. Schaardijk 23 (harbor 115) The information in this document is subject to change without notice and 3063 NH Rotterdam does not represent a commitment on the part of Alphatron Marine B.V.

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