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Barco Nio 5MP Installation And User Manual

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  • Page 1 Nio 5MP Installation & User Manual...
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  • Page 3: Preface

    Preface...
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  • Page 5 BarcoView software products are the property of BarcoView. They are distributed under copyright by Barco N.V. or BarcoView, LLC., for use only under the specific terms of a software license agreement between Barco N.V.
  • Page 6 Preface instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense. Canadian notice This Class A digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.

  • Page 7: Table Of Contents

    Settings for optimal display performance throughout the product lifetime ... 46 Avoiding image retention... 46 Operation ...49 BarcoMed control panel operation ... 51 Accessing the Barco tab ... 51 Advanced Properties ... 53 Device details ... 56 NioWatch operation... 57 display controller drivers and software..
  • Page 8 Table of Contents Display operation ... 60 Stand-by switching... 60 On-screen display... 60 Locking and unlocking user controls ... 61 Complete OSD overview ... 63 Cleaning ...65 Troubleshooting ...69 Technical Information ...83 Technical specifications ... 85 Connector pin assignments... 87 Glossary...

  • Page 9: Safety Instructions

    Safety Instructions General Recommendations Read the safety and operating instructions before operating the display. Retain safety and operating instructions for future reference. Adhere to all warnings on the display and in the operating instructions manual. Follow all instructions for operation and use. Electrical shock Degree of safety (flammable anesthetic mixture): Equipment not suitable for use in the presence of a flammable...
  • Page 10 Safety Instructions • Do not overload wall outlets and extension cords as this may result in fire or electric shock. • Mains lead protection (U.S.: Power cord): Power cords should be routed so that they are not likely to be walked upon or pinched by items placed upon or against them, paying particular attention to cords at plugs and receptacles.
  • Page 11 Safety Instructions • Switch on DPMS on display and PC • Activate a good screen saver...

  • Page 12: Explanation Of Symbols

    Explanation of symbols Explanation of symbols Symbols on the display and/or power supply On the display or power supply, you may find the following symbols: Symbols used throughout the manual: Warning Important notice or remark Hint, tip Indicates the display is approved according to the CE regulations Indicates the display is approved according to the UL regulations...

  • Page 13: Overview

    Overview...
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  • Page 15: Introduction

    Introduction Introduction Thank you for choosing Barco. Single display or complete system? This manual describes installation and usage of a complete Nio system. A Nio system is a bundling of one or more displays and one or more display controllers.
  • Page 16 Introduction Power saving The display is equipped with a power saving system. When left idle for a certain time, the computer connected to the display, will power down the display. The power saving system can be switched on or off using the on-screen menus.

  • Page 17: Display Controller Information

    Display controller information Minimum System Requirements • Pentium II 266 MHz with 128 MB RAM (Pentium 800MHz with 256 MB RAM for cineloops) • PCI slot with no obstructions • PCI 2.1 and/or 2.2 Compliant • Windows 2000 Service Pack 1 and above or Windows XP Features of the BarcoMed Nio display controller •...
  • Page 18 Display controller information The following resolution is also available when the OS is booted in VGA mode. • 640x480 @ Default Refresh Rate, 16 colors System Configuration Guidelines Because of the low power consumption and low heat generation of the BarcoMed display controller, multiple controllers may be installed in adjacent PCI slots or adjacent to other PCI boards.

  • Page 19: Package Contents

    Package contents Nio System package Each Nio system contains one or more display boxes (see below) and a system accessory box containing the following items: • Display controller(s) • CD-ROM with driver, NioWatch software and documentation Display box Each display box includes one display and a display accessory box containing the following items: •...

  • Page 20: Parts, Controls And Connectors

    The control wheel can be pressed like a push button and rotated like a knob. It allows to put the display in stand-by, navigate through the on- screen display (OSD) menus and change values in the OSD. BARCO Figure 1...
  • Page 21 Rear Connector compartment cover To get access to the connectors, remove the cover by pulling down the 2 clips at the top of the cover. Tilt & swivel foot cover This cover is packed in a separate box when the display is shipped to the customer.
  • Page 22 Parts, controls and connectors Connect the external power supply, delivered with the display, to this connector. Tilt & swivel foot strap The display is shipped with this strap in the foot to protect the tilt & swivel mechanism during transport. After unpacking, you should remove this strap.
  • Page 23 Video 1 output Video 2 output VGA boot on/off jumper PCI connector Parts, controls and connectors...
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  • Page 25: Installation

    Installation...
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  • Page 27 Precautions • Keep your original packaging. It is designed for this display and is the ideal protection during transport. • Avoid reflections in the flat panel to reduce eye strain. • Place the display on a strong and stable table or desk. •...

  • Page 28: Display Controller Installation

    Display Controller installation Display Controller installation Caution: Wear a protective ESD strap during installation or handling of the display controller. Electrostatic charges can damage the display controller. Prior to installing your BarcoMed display controller(s) in your PC please take a few minutes to familiarize yourself with both the display controller(s) and the PCI slots in your computer.
  • Page 29 Display Controller installation Figure 5 If you decide to use a separate VGA monitor as your boot monitor, you must disable the BarcoMed ’s on-board VGA capabilities by moving the jumper to the bottom two pins. Caution: To use multiple BarcoMed controllers in a single host with VGA enabled, you should enable VGA on only ONE of the BarcoMed display controllers and disable VGA on ALL the other BarcoMed...
  • Page 30 Display Controller installation Figure 6: PCI and RAID Controller Slots Installing the BarcoMed Nio display controller Install the BarcoMed Nio controller in your computer following these steps: Turn off the power to your computer and disconnect the power cord, however make sure that the computer chassis is still grounded.
  • Page 31 connect the secondary display to the other connector on the display controller. Reconnect the power cord, turn on the power, and boot the system as usual. Running multiple BarcoMed Nio Display Controllers in a single host The physical order of the displays may vary when you are running multiple BarcoMed control in the system BIOS, and not the BarcoMed display controller.

  • Page 32: Display Installation

    Display installation Display installation After unpacking the display Important: In the factory, the height-positioning system in the display foot is blocked with a red clip to prevent damage during transportation. Before installing the display, you must remove this clip. To remove the clip: Position the display with its rear side facing you.
  • Page 33 To change the panel orientation: Stand at the front side of the panel and take the panel at both sides. Very important: Tilt the panel before changing the orientation. Should you change the panel orientation without tilting it first, you might irreversibly damage the tilt &...

  • Page 34: Power Connection

    Display installation To change from landscape to portrait, turn clockwise. Notice: Before installing the Nio driver, put the display panel in portrait orientation. Then install the driver and reboot the PC. From that moment on, the Nio system will adapt the image orientation to the display panel orientation at each reboot.

  • Page 35: Video Connection

    Connect the other end of the power cord to a grounded power outlet. We recommend to use an additional surge protector between the power supply unit and the power outlet to protect the equipment against sudden power variations. Video connection Connecting DVI signals: One display: Connect one end of the DVI cable to the DVI input of the display.

  • Page 36: Usb Connection

    Display installation Connect the second display to Vid 2 (Head B). Head A Head B USB connection Connecting the display to the PC via USB is not necessary for controlling the display. It allows you to use the display as USB hub, to which you can connect USB devices, such as a keyboard, mouse or digital camera.

  • Page 37: Cable Routing

    Cable routing Routing the signal cables • Bind the cables in the connector compartment together with the cable tie inside the connector compartment. • Put the connector compartment cover back on the display. Pay attention that the signal cables are positioned under the bulge in the cover.
  • Page 38 Display installation To put the foot cover in place: The foot cover is packaged separately in the accessory box. Unpack the foot cover. Push the upper side of the cover onto the foot, so that the hooks inside the cover are positioned right under the bulges at the rear of the foot.

  • Page 39: Attaching The Display To An Arm

    Attaching the display to an arm The panel, standard attached to the tilt & swivel foot, is compatible with the VESA 100 mm standard. So it can be used with an arm stand according to the VESA 100 mm standard. Therefore, the tilt &...
  • Page 40 Attaching the display to an arm Remove the four screws fixing the foot while supporting the foot. Attach the arm stand firmly to the panel using 4 screws M4 x 8 4 screws M4 x 8mm Figure 18...

  • Page 41: Software Installation

    Run the Barco Product Installation Wizard. The Barco Product Installation Wizard should start automatically when you insert the Barco System CD-ROM into your CD drive after the operating system has started. If your CD drive’s auto-run is not enabled or the Barco Product Installation Wizard does not start...
  • Page 42 Next. You may change these settings later by using the Barco pages of the Windows Display Control Panel. Please refer to your application manuals for information on the correct Palette and Drawing modes to select.

  • Page 43: Installing The B

    Software should automatically detect your Barco displays and attach them to the desktop with the correct resolution. If the Barco Monitor Plug and Play Software fails to detect your Barco displays or fails to attach them to the desktop correctly please refer to the section, Setting the resolution of your BarcoMed Nio display on page 74 in the Troubleshooting section of this manual.
  • Page 44 To install the drivers and software silently, please follow the steps below: Insert the B ARCO CD/DVD drive. When the Barco Product Installation Wizard starts click “Cancel”. Click the Start button in the task bar. Click Run. Click Browse and...
  • Page 45 Software installation Figure 20...

  • Page 46: Settings For Optimal Display Performance Throughout The Product Lifetime

    Settings for optimal display performance throughout the product lifetime Settings for optimal display performance throughout the product lifetime Avoiding image retention Image retention (image sticking, ghost image) is the phenomenon where an image, or a part of it, seems to be ‘burnt’ in the LCD panel. When you display e.g.
  • Page 47 Settings for optimal display performance throughout the product lifetime To activate appropriate screen saving, proceed as follows: In the display OSD menus, open the Settings menu and switch DPMS on. For more information, please consult the display operation chapter. In Windows, open the Display control panel. Open the Screen Saver tab.
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  • Page 49: Operation

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  • Page 51: Barcomed Control Panel Operation

    Select the “Barco” tab from the Properties screen. Using the Barco tab The Barco tab is divided into three sections. The first section provides information about the graphics controller and allows access to the graphics controller advanced configuration pages. The second section provides information about the display.
  • Page 52 The Barco System Report, also known as BarcoMed SelfExam, is a wizard based tool which collects data about the components that are installed in your system. This information is used by the Barco MID Support team when trying to resolve customer issues.

  • Page 53: Advanced Properties

    • the BarcoMed Driver Tab, • the BarcoMed Hardware Tab, and • the BarcoMed Display Tab. Barco Drawing Modes The Barco Drawing Modes page of the Advanced Properties page is divided into four sections: Palette Mode, Drawing Modes, Monitor Configuration, Graphics Board. Palette Mode In the Palette Mode section you can choose one of the four following Palette Modes.
  • Page 54 BarcoMed control panel operation applications that are designed to work correctly with 8-bit (256-color) modes should continue to work normally. Ditherng is not used while in this mode. Also, direct access to the Note: hardware through DirectDraw is not allowed in this mode. User Modifiable Color Palette This option allows applications to modify the palette contents dynamically.
  • Page 55 Enable Dithering This option allows the user to enable or disable dithering. Dithering is a technique for increasing the perceived range of colors in an image at the cost of spatial resolution. This option is only available when the User Modifiable Palette Note: mode is selected.

  • Page 56: Device Details

    The user will be prompted to select a firmware update file to use for the update process. This file will be provided by Barco Medical Imaging if and when a firmware update is required.

  • Page 57: Niowatch Operation

    NioWatch operation To use NioWatch The NioWatch application resides in the Windows systray. To use one of the NioWatch functions, right-click on the NioWatch systray icon and select the appropriate option. Display Settings • Select the display you wish to control by selecting the corresponding display controller head from the Display drop- down box or by clicking on the corresponding icon.
  • Page 58 NioWatch operation • To select another display function, select an item from the Display Function drop-down box. If you select DICOM Optimized, you will be able to adjust your grayscales using a wizard (see below). • To adjust display luminance, adjust the Luminance slider. DICOM Optimizer wizard When you have selected the DICOM Optimized display function, the following window appears:...
  • Page 59 Test Patterns • Select the desired test pattern and click Show to display the pattern. • If you select Custom Image, you can select a bitmap image (e.g., saved on the hard disk) as test pattern. • To hide the test pattern again, click inside the pattern. Application settings Here you can connect to MediCal Administrator, if present.

  • Page 60: Display Operation

    Display operation Display operation Stand-by switching When the display is on and no on-screen display is visible, push the control wheel at the front for a few seconds to switch the display in stand-by. The LED turns orange. When the display is in stand-by, push and hold the control wheel to switch it back on.

  • Page 61: Locking And Unlocking User Controls

    How to navigate through the on-screen display To display the on-screen menus, rotate the control wheel. To enter into a menu or move to a lower level of the menu structure, rotate the control wheel to select the desired menu. Next, press the wheel shortly.
  • Page 62 Display operation Press the control wheel to enter the Settings menu. DPMS Power LED User Controls EXIT Rotate the control wheel to select User Controls. Press the control wheel to switch from “On” to “Off”. Exit the menus. To enable user controls: Make sure the on-screen display is not on the screen.

  • Page 63: Complete Osd Overview

    Complete OSD overview Main menu Name Luminance Settings Information Luminance Name Luminance Target Settings Name DPMS Power LED User Controls Description Adjust the target luminance to which the dis- play will be stabilized. Change settings for DPMS, Power LED and User Controls Read information about the display Description...
  • Page 64 Display operation Information Name Product Serial No SW Version Display Lifetime Backlight Lifetime Description The display type Indicates the display serial number Displays the current internal software version Indicates the total time the display has been operating, including the time in stand-by Indicates the total time the display has been operating, excluding the time in stand-by...

  • Page 65: Cleaning

    Cleaning...
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  • Page 67 *(Lye is a strong caustic alkaline solution of potassium salts.) Panel Important: We recommend to let this cleaning procedure be done in a Barco service center. If not, you must perform the cleaning in a clean and dust-free environment. If there are dust particles on the LCD panel, blow them away by using a dust remover.
  • Page 68 Cleaning particles and other dry contaminants on the surface of the lcd panel or the glass panel. Attention: The dust remover contains a liquid gas. If you shake the can or move the can too fast while spraying, you may blow drops of liquid on the panel surface! If this is the case, clean the panel as described below.

  • Page 69: Troubleshooting

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  • Page 71 Troubleshooting General tips • If one display from a multi-head system exhibits problems, try to eliminate the problem by switching video cables or power supplies. In that way you can find out if the problem resides in the display or not.
  • Page 72 Troubleshooting Problems and solutions Problem description Screen remains black Image exhibits noise or interfer- ence Image contains missing pixels Image contains not enough grayscales Possible tests or solutions • Please check the installation procedure in this manual • If the LED at the front is orange, the display is in stand-by •...
  • Page 73 Problem description The PC does not start up No image during PC start-up Nothing happens when you press or turn the control wheel The image is non-proportionally spread out over the screen The image on the screen is rotated 90° Troubleshooting Possible tests or solutions •...
  • Page 74 Troubleshooting Problem description The previous image remains slightly visible on the screen On a dual-head system, the images on the left and right dis- play seem to be switched Setting the resolution of your BarcoMed Nio display In order to set or change the resolution of your logged in using an account with administrator privileges.
  • Page 75 the “Extend my Windows desktop onto this monitor” checkbox, but do NOT click the “Apply” button at this time. If you installed your BarcoMed (default for Windows 2000) there will be one rectangle for the virtual display representing the two heads controlled by each BarcoMed display controller.
  • Page 76 Troubleshooting press the “TAB” key once and then press “CTRL”+“Enter” to select “OK”. Click “OK” in the “Windows will now apply your new desktop settings” dialog box. Your display the Windows desktop. Click “Yes” when asked, “Your desktop has been reconfigured. Do you want to keep these settings?”...
  • Page 77 Figure 29: The Windows Display Properties Control Panel Settings Tab after the drivers have been installed and the resolution set Note: The system shown in 29 above is a dual-head, single BarcoMed Display Controller, with a 3rd party VGA controller configuration.
  • Page 78 Reboot the system when prompted and then reset the resolution of your displays if necessary. Uninstalling the BarcoMed Nio driver or Barco NioWatch software To remove the BarcoMed NioWatch software from your system you must be logged in using an account with administrator privileges.
  • Page 79 Uninstalling the BarcoMed Nio driver Insert your BarcoMed drive. The BarcoMed Product Installation Wizard will display its welcome screen. Make certain that the checkbox next to the driver is checked and that all other checkboxes are unchecked (figure 31). Click “Install” to continue.
  • Page 80 Troubleshooting Click “Next”. If you installed your driver with DualView enabled, skip to 8. If you installed your driver with DualView disabled, click “Next” to continue. Then click “Finish” to complete the uninstall process. Click “Finish” again to exit the wizard. Click “Yes” if Windows tells you that “you must restart your computer before the new setting will take effect”.
  • Page 81 “BarcoMed Product Installation Wizard” by browsing the contents of your “Setup.exe”. Then follow Steps 3 through 7 on page 79 and page 80 to finish uninstalling the driver. Uninstalling the Barco NioWatch software Prior to uninstalling the off the Watch software follow these steps: Right click on the 34).
  • Page 82 Troubleshooting Insert your BarcoMed drive. The BarcoMed Product Installation Wizard will display its welcome screen. Clear the checkbox next to the BarcoMed Driver. Click “Install” to continue. Click “OK”. Click “Finish”. Click “Finish” again. Click “Yes” to restart your computer. Software CD into your computer’s CD Figure 36...

  • Page 83: Technical Information

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  • Page 85: Technical Specifications

    Technical specifications E-5420: Item Picture panel Resolution Display area (H x V) Viewing angle (@ 10/1 contrast) Pixel Pitch Native color resolution Luminance Contrast ratio Response time Controls Input connectors Signal systems USB standard supported Power source Power consumption Technical specifications Specification 20.1-inch Advanded-SFT Native: 2560 x 2048...
  • Page 86 Technical specifications Item Dimensions (W x H x D) Net weight Operating Temperature Storage Temperature Humidity Specification In perpendicular vertical position, highest position, tilt = 0°, swivel = 0°: 382 x 589 x 212 mm 11.1 kg 0°C to 40°C, 15°C to 35°C within specs -20°C to 60°C 8% - 80% (non-condensing) for operation 5% - 95% (non-condensing) for storage...

  • Page 87: Connector Pin Assignments

    Connector pin assignments DVI connector: Pin no. TMDS DATA 2- TMDS DATA 2+ TMDS DATA 4- TMDS DATA 4+ DDC CLOCK DDC DATA TMDS DATA 1- TMDS DATA 1+ TMDS DATA 3- TMDS DATA 3+ Connector pin assignments Signal Pin no. Signal +5V POWER HOT PLUG DETECT...

  • Page 88: Glossary

    Glossary Glossary Calibration Each display is calibrated in the factory before it is sent to the customer. After this calibration, black and white luminance are set to the ideal level. A stabilization routine, constantly active when the display is on, keeps these levels constant using the built-in sensor.
  • Page 89 Glossary DICOM DICOM stands for Digital Imaging and Communications in Medicine. It is a standard developed by the American College of Radiology (ACR) and the National Electrical Manufacturers Association (NEMA). The standard specifies how digital image data can be moved from system to system.
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  • Page 91: Warranty Statement

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  • Page 93 Warranty Statement ARTICLE 1: SERVICES BarcoView warrants that the equipment will be free of defects in workmanship or material for the warranty period. Notwithstanding the provisions of clause 2, repair and replacement of defects in material and/or workmanship under this warranty shall be accomplished in our works in the following manner: 1.1 The Customer, upon the occurrence of any equipment failure, shall contact BarcoView Customer Support Center (or an authorized service...
  • Page 94 Warranty Statement ARTICLE 2: ITEMS EXCLUDED FROM WARRANTY The warranty described herein shall not include the following: 2.1 Any hardware or software item procured from a source other than BarcoView or their official agent or distributor and integrated by Customer or a third party into BarcoView supplied equipment. 2.2 Any host configuration not explicitly supported by BarcoView.
  • Page 95 Warranty Statement agents, employees, or representatives, shall be borne by the Customer at its additional cost and expense. 3.3 The customer is responsible for installing the BarcoView equipment in an environment for which it was intended. If there is an indication that the equipment was used - even temporary - outside its specifications, BarcoView is entitled not to perform warranty repairs and terminate the warranty agreement.
  • Page 96 Warranty Statement this agreement is impeded by reason of force majeure. For the purposes of this clause the expression “force majeure” means, but shall not be limited to, industrial dispute, fire, mobilization, requisition, embargo, currency transfer prohibitions, insurrection, lack of means of transport, restrictions of the use of energy, and generally any circumstances which are beyond the control of the parties and hinder performance by one party of his obligations.
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