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Further information on the Internet at 'www.elsa.com' Our online services 'www.elsa.com' are available to you around the clock should you have any queries regarding your ELSA ECOMO 640 or require any further support. Our KnowledgeBase can be found at 'www.elsa.com/support'. In the 'Support' file section under 'Know-How', you can find answers to frequently asked questions (FAQs).
This chapter provides you with important operational advice and general information about your new LCD monitor. Monitor features The ELSA ECOMO 640 is compatible with most analog RGB signals (red, green, blue). It displays text and graphics in conjunction with VGA, SVGA, XGA (non-interlaced) and the common Macintosh-compatible color graphics boards.
Do not clean the device with benzene, thinner or other volatile substances because the surface could get damaged. Never leave the monitor in contact with rubber or vinyl products for an extended time period. ELSA ECOMO 640...
Unpacking and connecting Unpacking and connecting Is it all there? After unpacking the ELSA ECOMO 640, check that all parts are there. The scope of supply includes: Monitor ELSA ECOMO 640 Power supply cord Power supply adapter User's Guide Disk (CD or diskette)
You will need a VGA connector cable for this to connect the socket on your monitor to the graphics board outlet of the other computer. The signals are selected by using the SIGNAL A/B key on the ELSA ECOMO 640. ELSA ECOMO 640...
Due to its LCD technology the ELSA ECOMO 640 generates a geometrically perfect image that normally does not require correction after Auto Setup (page 15) has been run. For manual adjustments use the controls on the ELSA ECOMO 640. Controls on the front There is a row of keys on the front of your monitor with which you can perform the fine adjustment of the display in the OSD menu.
Graphics input no. 2 – You can connect a second computer or a second graphics board to the monitor at this socket. Connector for theft protection – The Kensington MicroSaver security system connector is attached to this connection socket. ELSA ECOMO 640...
Press one of the SELECT buttons to display the OSD screen. Select the group icon within the main menu by pressing button. SELECT Select the item within the sub menu by pressing the button. SELECT Adjust values and functions by pressing the +/- buttons. ADJUST ELSA ECOMO 640...
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Operating and adjusting After 30 seconds of inactivity, the OSD screen automatically disappears. Press the OSD OFF button to switch the OSD off immediately. Signal A/B OSD OFF ELSA ECOMO 640...
Because different graphics boards have different signal characteristics it is usually necessary to adjust the display settings. You do not need to do any of this work: the ELSA ECOMO 640 has an Auto Setup function. This function automatically optimizes the monitor display. This function can be called within the OSD menu.
Registration and configuration On-screen menu language The ELSA ECOMO 640 can display its on- screen menus in a variety of languages. To change the language used for the on- screen menu, simply call up the menu page illustrated here and select the language you want.
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Power save To select the constant To select the power function power mode save mode Automatic input Switch off automatic Switch on automatic selection input selection input selection These functions are only available in the 'User' color mode. ELSA ECOMO 640...
4.4.1 Automatic correction function The ELSA ECOMO 640 has an automatic correction function with which the clock phase and the horizontal and vertical display position can be optimized. This function is not activated in new monitors. It can be called in the on- screen display with and activated there.
This allows true-color display of RGB data on different standardized output devices without requiring additional color management software. However, the sRGB color range has significantly fewer colors than the ECOMO 640 can display. The sRGB mode is provided for working with fixed colors without a color management system.
In such a case please check the connections of the video signal cable and the settings of your graphics board. These should lie within the permissible ranges. ELSA ECOMO 640...
The first message is displayed if you press any key while the POWER-SAVE function is active. The second message is displayed two seconds before the POWER-SAVE function is activated. POWER-SAVE ATTENTION NO SIGNAL OFF V Message 2 PLEASE – CHECK INPUT SIGNAL OR CONNECTION POWER-SAVE Message 1 ELSA ECOMO 640...
Registration and configuration 4.5.3 POWER-SAVE Function either 'On' or 'Off' If the signal frequency is outside the possible range the following message is displayed: ATTENTION SIGNAL FREQUENCY IS OUT OF RANGE 96.8KHz 73Hz PLEASE CHANGE SIGNAL TIMING ELSA ECOMO 640...
Individual pixels may be defective for technical reasons related to the production of the panel. For the ECOMO 640 the following number of defective pixels are within the tolerance range for a Class A panel: max. 9 subpixels (red, green, black or blue) max.
Advice and help Two computers on a single display The ECOMO 640 has two inputs: you can connect two computers or two graphics boards at these inputs. The ECOMO 640 can only display one picture at a time and automatically selects the computer that was booted first.
A refresh rate of only 60 Hz is recommended for LCD monitors. 5.10 Does the display also work under Linux and MacOS? Yes. Connect computer and display, for more information see 'Cable connections' on page 10. Certain computers (especially older Apple Macintosh) require an adapter. ELSA ECOMO 640...
TCO '99, VESA DPMS, EPA Energy Star , MPR-II, ISO 9241-3, ISO 9241-8, ISO 9241-8 (TÜV-ERGO), Energy 2000 Labeling Award As an Energy Star Partner, ELSA has determined that this product meets the Energy Star guidelines for energy efficiency. ELSA ECOMO 640...
Technical data The power save function The ELSA ECOMO 640 complies with the guidelines set by VESA and EPA Energy Star. If the monitor is connected to a graphics board that meets the VESA DPMS requirements the ELSA ECOMO 640 automatically reduces power consumption to three levels.
(SDA, DDC1/2B) DDC ground horizontal synchronization red ground vertical synchronization green ground Data clocking rate (SCL, DDC2B) blue ground The ELSA ECOMO 640 produces analog signals according to the RS-170 regulation. Synchronization information is transmitted separately. ELSA ECOMO 640...
Federal Republic of Germany. If the ELSA service cannot find any fault in the unit claimed to be defective, we will invoice you for DM 200 plus tax to cover inspection costs and replacement of the unit.
Appendix Warranty conditions The ELSA AG warranty, valid as of June 01, 1998, is given to purchasers of ELSA products in addition to the warranty conditions provided by law and in accordance with the following conditions: Warranty coverage The warranty covers the equipment delivered and all its parts. Parts will, at our sole...
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