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Page 2 GeniSPOT Screen Calibration Kit Revision Date Version Changes June, 2008 1.01 Changed software interface titles to “MMD Monochrome Series” March, 2008 1.00 Initial release Page ii...
Page 3 GeniSPOT Screen Calibration Kit Copyright COPYRIGHT NOTICE The information in this document is subject to change without prior notice in order to improve reliability, design and function and does not represent a commitment on the part of the manufacturer. In no event will the manufacturer be liable for direct, indirect, special, incidental, or consequential damages arising out of the use or inability to use the product or documentation, even if advised of the possibility of such damages.
Page 4 Cautionary messages should also be heeded to help reduce the chance of losing data or damaging the GeniSPOT. Cautions are easy to recognize. The word “caution” is written as “CAUTION,” both capitalized and bold and is followed. The text is the cautionary message.
Page 5 “NOTE,” both capitalized and bold and is followed by text. The text is the cautionary message. A note message is shown below: NOTE: This is an example of a note message. Notes should always be read. Notes contain critical information about the GeniSPOT. Please take note messages seriously. Page v...
Page 6 GeniSPOT from or contact an IEI sales representative directly. To contact an IEI sales representative, please send an email to sales@iei.com.tw. The items listed below should all be included in the GeniSPOT package. 1 x GeniSPOT calibration tool 1 x Utility CD Images of the above items are shown in Chapter 2.
Page 7: Table Of Contents
GeniSPOT Screen Calibration Kit Table of Contents 1 INTRODUCTION......................1 1.1 I ......................2 NTRODUCTION 1.2 S .................... 2 YSTEM EQUIREMENTS 1.2.1 Hardware Requirements..................2 1.2.2 Software Requirements..................3 2 UNPACKING ......................... 4 2.1 U ..................5 NPACKING RECAUTIONS 2.2 P ....................
Page 8 GeniSPOT Screen Calibration Kit 5.6 H ......................38 ISTORY 5.7 S PASS P ..................40 WITCH TO 5.8 V ....................41 EPORT 5.9 A ........................43 BOUT 6 ADVANCED FUNCTIONS..................44 6.1 O ....................... 45 VERVIEW 6.2 S ........................46 6.3 G...
Page 9 Figure 3-6: Searching for Drivers....................11 Figure 3-7: Select GeniSPOT Driver ...................11 Figure 3-8: GeniSPOT Drivers Installing ..................12 Figure 3-9: GeniSPOT Driver Installation Complete ..............12 Figure 3-10: GeniSPOT Main Menu.....................13 Figure 3-11: Language Selection ....................14 Figure 3-12: Hardware Wizard Welcome ..................14 Figure 3-13: Choose Installation Directory ................15...
Page 10 Figure 5-24: Switch to GeniPASS Pro ..................40 Figure 5-25: View Test Report .....................41 Figure 5-26: View Test Report Window ..................42 Figure 5-27: About ........................43 Figure 6-1: GeniPASS Main Window ..................45 Figure 6-2: Stop Button........................46 Figure 6-3: GeniSPOT Self-Diagnosis ..................46 Figure 6-4: Pattern ........................47 Page x...
Page 11 GeniSPOT Screen Calibration Kit Figure 6-5: Pattern Window ......................47 Figure 6-6: Pattern Window Options ..................47 Figure 6-7: Import S/N & P/N .......................48 Figure 6-8: Switch to GeniPASS Express ..................48 Figure 6-9: Select Your Monitor ....................49 Page xi...
Page 12 GeniSPOT Screen Calibration Kit List of Tables Table 2-1: Packing List Items ......................5 Page xii...
Page 13: Introduction
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Page 14: Introduction
The GeniSPOT external sensor combined with the GeniPASS software allows the monitor to be adjusted to conform to AAPM, DIN, JIS and IEC standards. The GeniSPOT also features a luminance sensor, so the display brightness is automatically adjusted according to lighting conditions.
Page 15: Software Requirements
GeniSPOT Screen Calibration Kit 1.2.2 Software Requirements The GeniSPOT requires the following software: Microsoft® Windows XP Page 3...
Page 16: Unpacking
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Page 17: Unpacking Precautions
2.1 Unpacking Precautions When the GeniSPOT is unpacked, please do the following: Make sure the packing box is facing upwards so the GeniSPOT does not fall out of the box. Make sure all of the components shown in the next section are present.
Page 18: Installation
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Page 19: Installation Overview
Attach the GeniSPOT USB cable to the monitor USB hub, and the monitor to the computer. Connect the cable from the GeniSPOT to one of the A-series USB ports on the rear panel of the monitor. Attach the USB B-series connector...
Page 20: Figure 3-2: Usb Cable Setup (Single Monitor)
GeniSPOT Screen Calibration Kit rear panel of the (primary) monitor and the A-series connector to a USB port on the computer system. Figure 3-2: USB Cable Setup (Single Monitor) Step 3: Attach the USB cables to the second (other) monitors. Connect the B-series connector of the included cable (included with the monitor) to the monitor, and the A-series end to the computer.
Page 21: Driver Installation
GeniSPOT Screen Calibration Kit Figure 3-3: USB Cable Setup (Multiple Monitors) 3.3 Driver Installation To install the drivers for the GeniSPOT please follow the steps outlined below. Step 1: Connect the GeniSPOT to the system and the hardware installation wizard will automatically appear.
Page 22: Figure 3-4: Hardware Installation Wizard
GeniSPOT Screen Calibration Kit Figure 3-4: Hardware Installation Wizard Step 2: Insert the GeniSPOT driver CD into the computer’s CD or DVD drive. Step 3: Select “Install the software automatically (Recommended)” and then click to continue. Figure 3-5: Search for Drivers...
Page 23: Figure 3-6: Searching For Drivers
The hardware installation wizard searches for the GeniSPOT drivers. Figure 3-6: Searching for Drivers Step 5: Select the “GeniSPOT MONO Calibrator” and click N to continue. Figure 3-7: Select GeniSPOT Driver Step 6: The GeniSPOT drivers are installed. This takes a few moments. Page 11...
Page 24: Figure 3-8: Genispot Drivers Installing
GeniSPOT Screen Calibration Kit Figure 3-8: GeniSPOT Drivers Installing Step 7: The GeniSPOT driver installation is complete. Click F to complete the INISH installation process. S t e p 0 : Figure 3-9: GeniSPOT Driver Installation Complete Page 12...
Page 25: Genipass Installation
GeniSPOT Screen Calibration Kit 3.4 GeniPASS Installation NOTE: The drivers for the GeniSPOT must be installed before installing the GeniPASS software. Without the correct drivers the GeniPASS software will not function correctly. To install the GeniPASS quality control software, follow the directions below: Step 1: Insert the driver CD.
Page 26: Figure 3-11: Language Selection
GeniSPOT Screen Calibration Kit Figure 3-11: Language Selection Step 4: The “GeniPASS Setup Wizard” welcome screen appears. Click N > to continue. Figure 3-12: Hardware Wizard Welcome Step 5: Choose the installation folder for the GeniPASS software (default recommended). Click N >...
Page 27: Figure 3-13: Choose Installation Directory
GeniSPOT Screen Calibration Kit Figure 3-13: Choose Installation Directory Step 6: Choose the name of the Start Menu folder for the GeniPASS software (default recommended). Click N to continue. Figure 3-14: Start Menu Folder Step 7: Select “Create a desktop icon” to automatically create an icon on the desktop during installation.
Page 28: Figure 3-15: Desktop And Quick Launch Icon Selection
GeniSPOT Screen Calibration Kit create an icon in the Quick Launch bar during installation. Click N continue. Figure 3-15: Desktop and Quick Launch Icon Selection Step 8: Check the installation details and click I to begin the installation process. NSTALL...
Page 29: Figure 3-17: Genipass Progress Indicator
GeniSPOT Screen Calibration Kit Step 9: The progress indicator shows the installation progress. Figure 3-17: GeniPASS Progress Indicator Step 10: The window indicating successful installation appears. Click F to complete INISH the installation process. S t e p 0 :...
Page 30: Software Configuration
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Page 31: Overview
GeniSPOT Screen Calibration Kit 4.1 Overview This chapter outlines the configuration of the GeniSPOT software. Before running any tests it is recommended that all the settings be configured. This ensures the best performance from your monitor and sets up important settings. Proceed through this chapter through to the end to fully configure the GeniSPOT.
Page 32: User Settings
GeniSPOT Screen Calibration Kit 4.3 User Settings The first time the GeniPASS software is run, all the user settings should be set. After the initial setup, individual settings can be adjusted if needed. To adjust all the user settings, for initial setup, follow the instructions below.
Page 33: Figure 4-4: Auto-Dimming Control
GeniSPOT Screen Calibration Kit Figure 4-4: Auto-Dimming Control Step 2: Click OK to continue to the Auto-Dimming Configuration screen. Figure 4-5: Auto-Dimming Prompt Step 3: The Auto-Dimming Configuration screen appears. S t e p 0 : Figure 4-6: Calibration Complete a.
Page 34: Auto-Dimming Control Setting Wizard
GeniSPOT Screen Calibration Kit d. Run Auto-Dimming Control Setting Wizard configures the settings for the auto-dimming. e. Auto-Dimming Control State shows whether auto-dimming is on or off. Close exits the auto-dimming control window 4.4.1 Auto-Dimming Control Setting Wizard Step 1: Click the Run Auto-Dimming Control Setting Wizard Button to begin the wizard.
Page 35: Figure 4-8: Auto-Dimming Wizard Step 2
GeniSPOT Screen Calibration Kit Figure 4-8: Auto-Dimming Wizard Step 2 Step 7: Select the minimum luminance level that the monitor should reach during operation. Step 8: Adjust the current ambient light to the light level where the monitor should reach the specified minimum luminance.
Page 36: Select Monitor
4.5 Select Monitor The Select Monitor option is for choosing which monitor will be tested using the GeniSPOT. To select the monitor for testing, follow these steps: NOTE: Test multiple monitors one at a time. It is not necessary to disconnect the GeniSPOT to test another monitor.
Page 37: Select Conformance Criteria
GeniSPOT Screen Calibration Kit Figure 4-11: Select Monitor Step 3: Select a monitor. Choosing a monitor automatically selects the monitor and closes the monitor selection window. The monitor is chosen by one of the following options S t e p 0 : a.
Page 38: Profile
GeniSPOT Screen Calibration Kit Figure 4-12: Conformance Test Step 2: The Select Conformance Criteria window appears. Figure 4-13: Select Conformance Criteria Step 3: Select the standard for conformance from the dropdown list (labeled “a“). Section “b” displays the details for the selected conformance standard.
Page 39: Figure 4-14: Profile
GeniSPOT Screen Calibration Kit Step 1: Click P in the main window. ROFILE Figure 4-14: Profile Step 2: The Profile window appears. Figure 4-15: Profile Step 3: The Profile menu settings are listed below: S t e p 0 : Select the type of monitor for testing.
Page 40 Select the conformance standard to use for testing and calibration. Select the DDC Port to use. Displays the position and size of the test images. Check this option to run a self-diagnosis of the GeniSPOT when the software is started. saves the currently displayed profile settings.
Page 41: Basic Functions
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Page 42: Overview
GeniSPOT Screen Calibration Kit 5.1 Overview This chapter gives an overview of all the functions of the GeniPASS Express Mode. NOTE: Turn off auto-dimming before performing any calibration or tests. The GeniPASS software starts in Express mode. All the necessary features for day-to-day use can be found in the Express mode interface.
Page 43: Conformance Test
The process takes a few minutes. No other software should be used while the conformance test is being performed. The GeniSPOT must remain in the same position at the center of the monitor throughout the test.
Page 44: Uniformity Test
GeniSPOT Screen Calibration Kit Step 4: Wait for the conformance test to finish. When finished, click OK to complete the conformance test. S t e p 0 : Figure 5-5: Conformance Complete 5.3 Uniformity Test The uniformity test tests the uniformity of the screen. The center, top-left, bottom-left, bottom-right and top-right are tested and the values compared to determine the evenness of the screen’s brightness.
Page 45: Figure 5-7: Uniformity Test Window
GeniSPOT Screen Calibration Kit Figure 5-7: Uniformity Test Window Step 3: Place the GeniSPOT in the center white block and click OK to continue. Figure 5-8: Center Block Step 4: Place the GeniSPOT in the top-left white block and click OK to continue.
Page 46: Figure 5-9: Top-Left Block
GeniSPOT Screen Calibration Kit Figure 5-9: Top-Left Block Step 5: Place the GeniSPOT in the bottom-left white block and click OK to continue. Figure 5-10: Bottom-Left Block Step 6: Place the GeniSPOT in the bottom-right white block and click OK to continue.
Page 47: Luminance Test
GeniSPOT Screen Calibration Kit Figure 5-12: Top-Right Block Step 8: The Uniformity Test window appears again. The results of the uniformity test are shown. Click S HTML to save the results to another HTML file (this is AVE TO in addition to the HTML file automatically saved for every test). Click OK to leave the Uniformity Test window.
Page 48: Figure 5-14: Luminance Test Window
GeniSPOT Screen Calibration Kit Figure 5-14: Luminance Test Window Step 3: Place the GeniSPOT in the white block. Don’t move the GeniSPOT until prompted. Click OK to start the luminance test. Figure 5-15: Start Luminance Test Step 4: Click OK to complete the Luminance Test.
Page 49: Run Calibration
Step 1: Click Run Calibration in the main window. Figure 5-17: Run Calibration Step 2: Place the GeniSPOT in the white block. Don’t move the GeniSPOT until prompted. Click OK to start the calibration test. Figure 5-18: Start Calibration Step 3: The calibration test runs through the screen colors from black to white as shown in the figure below.
Page 50: History List
GeniSPOT Screen Calibration Kit Figure 5-20: Calibration Complete NOTE: If calibration is successful, luminance is reset to 450 nit. 5.6 History List History List displays the results of all the previous tests. The tests are all saved as HTML files and stored. The History List provides a list of all those saved files. To view the previous test results, follow the steps below.
Page 51: Figure 5-22: History List Window
GeniSPOT Screen Calibration Kit Figure 5-22: History List Window Step 3: Click one of the buttons a – d to display the results of that test in section e. a. A shows all the results files ILES b. C shows the results of all conformance tests...
Page 52: Switch To Genipass Pro
GeniSPOT Screen Calibration Kit Figure 5-23: HTML Results Page 5.7 Switch to GeniPASS Pro The S PASS P button switches from the GeniPASS Express interface to WITCH TO the GeniPASS professional interface. To switch to the GeniPASS professional interface, click the S PASS P button.
Page 53: View Test Report
GeniSPOT Screen Calibration Kit 5.8 View Test Report displays the results of the last test in a popup window. To view the test EPORT reports, follow the steps below. Step 1: Click the V button to display the results. EPORT...
Page 54: Figure 5-26: View Test Report Window
GeniSPOT Screen Calibration Kit Figure 5-26: View Test Report Window The View Test Report window shows the following: a. JNDs / Luminance Interval vs. Index of Luminance Interval graph b. KL/L for A JND vs. JND Indices graph c. Luminance (cd/m ) vs.
Page 55: About
GeniSPOT Screen Calibration Kit 5.9 About The About window displays general information about the GeniPASS software, including revision information. Figure 5-27: About Page 43...
Page 56: Advanced Functions
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Page 57: Overview
4. Run Calibration calibrates the monitor using the previous test results (Section 5.5) 5. Stop stops the current operation (Section 6.2) 6. GeniSPOT Self-Diagnosis checks the GeniSPOT’s calibration (Section 6.3) 7. Auto-Dimming Control configures the auto-dimming controls (Section 4.4) 8. Pattern opens the white pattern window (Section 6.4) 9.
Page 58: Stop
Stop halts the current test and returns to the main window. Figure 6-2: Stop Button 6.3 GeniSPOT Self-Diagnosis GeniSPOT Self-Diagnosis tests the GeniSPOT to check if it is functioning correctly and that its measurements are within specification. Figure 6-3: GeniSPOT Self-Diagnosis 6.4 Pattern...
Page 59: Figure 6-4: Pattern
GeniSPOT Screen Calibration Kit Figure 6-4: Pattern Step 2: The Pattern window appears. Figure 6-5: Pattern Window Step 3: Double-click anywhere on the window to display the menu. S t e p 0 : Figure 6-6: Pattern Window Options The pattern window has the following options.
Page 60: Import S/N & P/N
GeniSPOT Screen Calibration Kit 6.5 Import S/N & P/N The Import S/N & P/N button imports serial numbers and part numbers from connected monitors. To import serial numbers and part numbers, click the Import S/N & P/N button. Figure 6-7: Import S/N & P/N 6.6 Switch to GeniPASS Express...
Page 61: Figure 6-9: Select Your Monitor
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Page 62: A Compatibility
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Page 63: Compatible Operating Systems
The compatible items described here have been tested by the IEI R&D team and found to be compatible with the GeniSPOT A.1 Compatible Operating Systems The following operating systems have been successfully run on the GeniSPOT. MS-DOS 6.22 Microsoft Windows XP (32-bit) Microsoft Windows 2000 Red Hat 9.0...
Page 64: Compatible Memory Modules
GeniSPOT Screen Calibration Kit A.3 Compatible Memory Modules NOTE: The memory modules listed below have been tested on the GeniSPOT other memory modules that comply with the specifications may also work on the GeniSPOT but have not been tested. The following memory modules have been successfully tested on the GeniSPOT.
Page 65: B Hazardous Materials Disclosure
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Page 66: Hazardous Materials Disclosure Table For Ipb Products Certified As Rohs Compliant Under 2002/95/Ec Without Mercury
GeniSPOT Screen Calibration Kit B.1 Hazardous Materials Disclosure Table for IPB Products Certified as RoHS Compliant Under 2002/95/EC Without Mercury The details provided in this appendix are to ensure that the product is compliant with the Peoples Republic of China (China) RoHS standards. The table below acknowledges the presences of small quantities of certain materials in the product, and is applicable to China RoHS only.
Page 67 GeniSPOT Screen Calibration Kit Part Name Toxic or Hazardous Substances and Elements Lead Mercury Cadmium Hexavalent Polybrominated Polybrominated (Pb) (Hg) (Cd) Chromium Biphenyls Diphenyl Ethers (CR(VI)) (PBB) (PBDE) Housing Display Printed Circuit Board Metal Fasteners Cable Assembly Fan Assembly Power Supply...
Page 68 GeniSPOT Screen Calibration Kit 此附件旨在确保本产品符合中国 RoHS 标准。以下表格标示此产品中某有毒物质的含量符合中国 RoHS 标准规定的限量要求。本产品上会附有”环境友好使用期限”的标签，此期限是估算这些物质”不会有泄漏或突变”的年限。本产品可能包含有较短的环境友好使用期限的可替换元件，像是电池或灯管，这些元件将会单独标示出来。部件名称有毒有害物质或元素铅汞镉六价铬多溴联苯多溴二苯醚 (Pb) (Hg) (Cd) (CR(VI)) (PBB) (PBDE) 壳体显示印刷电路板金属螺帽电缆组装风扇组装电力供应组装电池 O: 表示该有毒有害物质在该部件所有物质材料中的含量均在 SJ/T11363-2006 标准规定的限量要求以下。 X: 表示该有毒有害物质至少在该部件的某一均质材料中的含量超出 SJ/T11363-2006 标准规定的限量要求。...
Page 69 GeniSPOT Screen Calibration Kit Index Page 57...
Page 70 GeniSPOT Screen Calibration Kit monitor...........27 monitor selection ......24, 48 monitor selection window ......24 about............43 overview ..........20 profile window........27 startup..........19, 28 calibration ..........37 user profile..........26 system requirements hardware..........2 software ...........3 GeniSPOT self-diagnosis ........46 test results complete ..........38 import............48 latest ............41 part numbers .........48...
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