(EMC) laws. Planar Systems, Inc. has made great efforts to support the medical device industry, in particular, medical device manufacturers and medical device system integrators.
Planar Systems, Inc., located in Beaverton, Oregon, USA, is the manufacturer of these displays in the meaning of the directive. As required by the MDD in Article 14, Planar Systems, Inc., not residing in the European Economic Area (EEA), has a European representative, Planar Systems, Inc.—Espoo, Finland.
• Replace any cord or cable that is frayed or damaged with another of the same type and rating, as supplied by Planar. The safety and regulatory listings and certifications are based on the cable supplied by Planar.
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Cleaning Use only the products listed below for cleaning the display. The instructions products differ for cleaning the screen and cleaning the plastic enclosure. Be sure you use only the specific products approved for either the screen or the enclosure. Always apply the product to a clean nonabrasive cloth and then wipe the screen or plastic enclosure.
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viii Symbol This table explains the symbols appearing on the display or explanations power adapter. Symbol Description Proof of conformity to applicable European Economic Community Council directives and two harmonized standards published in the official journal of the European Communities. The product has been tested and certified by CSA to C22.2 No.
About the VitalScreen S The architecture of the VitalScreen S display incorporates an AMLCD ™ panel that produces a clear display with low radiation emission. This technology greatly reduces the radiation-related health concerns associated with CRT monitors. More significant, the VitalScreen S display is medically certified under UL 2601 and IEC 60601.
Model VSS15X / VSS15X-TR Identifying the Components The VitalScreen S display provides easy access to all controls and peripheral ports. The following illustrations of the front and back panels identify the display controls and ports. Front panel LCD screen A 15-inch diagonal AMLCD. The screen supports a maximum resolution of 1024 x 768 (XGA).
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About the VitalScreen S Back panel Audio Line In Jack for the audio cable. (You can also connect the CD-ROM Line Out to this jack.) Power input port Port for the power connector. (locking mini DIN connector) Video connector port Port for a 2-meter cable with two 15-pin D-Sub VGA connectors;...
Model VSS15X / VSS15X-TR Adjusting the Viewing Angle You can adjust your VitalScreen S display to various viewing angles. This side view of the display shows the angle settings possible, ranging from -5 to 25 degrees.
Installing the Display To install the VitalScreen S display, connect the power supply first. Next, connect the VGA cable. Then choose whether to connect optional stereo speakers and touch screen. Connecting the AC Power You must use the Ault power adapter with this display unit. 1 Plug the AC power cord into the power adapter.
Model VSS15X / VSS15X-TR Connecting the Video Cable 1 Turn off your computer and the display before connecting the two units. 2 Plug the video cable into the D-sub VGA connector port on the back panel. 3 Plug the other end of the video cable into the VGA port on the computer.
If so, the volume is set to the maximum. Although the display speakers are adequate for most audio applications, Planar does not recommend using the display speakers as the exclusive audio source for medical alarms or applications critical for audio performance.
Model VSS15X / VSS15X-TR Connecting the Optional Touch Screen 1 Plug the RS232 cable into the RS232 port on the back panel. 2 Plug the other end of the cable into the RS232 serial port on your computer. 3 Load the touchscreen driver from the CD enclosed. Power Management System The VitalScreen S display complies with the VESA DPMS power management standard.
Display Controls This chapter explains the onscreen display (OSD) menu: the user interface for controlling various aspects of the VitalScreen S display. The VitalScreen S display features an intuitive, menu-driven, onscreen display. Using the OSD menu, you can adjust the contrast, brightness, display position, display clarity, color temperature, and stereo speaker volume, as well as set onscreen display parameters.
Model VSS15X / VSS15X-TR Hot Key Functions Three Hot Key functions allow you to make quick adjustments to the display setting, volume, and contrast without accessing the OSD menu. Auto Adjust. Press the Function DOWN button to apply a display setting automatically.
Display Controls Function Menus The following tables describe the main menus and submenus. The Seven Main Menus Auto Adjust. Allows the display to determine and select the settings that are appropriate for your system requirements. This function tunes the display to the video card in your computer. Monitor-Control.
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Model VSS15X / VSS15X-TR Auto Adjust Allows the display to determine and select the settings that are the most appropriate for your system requirements. With the Auto Adjust icon selected, press either Function Enter button to apply the display settings automatically. Monitor–Control Allows you to adjust the display characteristics.
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Display Controls OSD–Control Allows you to adjust the position of the onscreen display on the screen. With the OSD-Control icon selected, press either Function Enter button to activate the submenu. OSD-H-Position. Press the Adjust PLUS or MINUS button to move the OSD menu horizontally. OSD-V-Position.
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Model VSS15X / VSS15X-TR MISC–Control Allows you to select the display language, adjust the volume setting, and view system information. With the MISC-Control icon selected, press either Function Enter button to activate the submenu. Language. Press the Adjust PLUS or MINUS button to select the desired OSD display language.
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Display Controls Graphic–Control Allows you to adjust the display contrast, brightness, and color settings. With the Graphic-Control icon selected, press either Function Enter button to activate the submenu. Contrast. Press the Adjust PLUS or MINUS button to adjust the difference between the lightest and darkest areas of the display.
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Model VSS15X / VSS15X-TR Graph/Text Allows you to change the DOS resolution from 640 x 400 to 720 x 400. With the Graph/Text icon selected, press the Adjust PLUS or MINUS button to change the resolution from one setting to the other. Exit Allows you to exit the OSD menu.
Technical Information VSS15X/VSS15X-TR Specification Panel 15” active matrix color TFT LCD; 1024 (H) x 768 (W) pixels (XGA) Control functions power Software power switch with LED indicator (Press a minimum of 2 seconds to turn OFF/ON.) Onscreen display (OSD) Main Menu Submenu Monitor Control Auto-Adjust/H-Position/V-Position/Phase/Clock/...
Troubleshooting Problem Display indicates “Over Range” The frequency range is outside of display specifications, or the incoming resolution is higher than 1024 x 768. Frequency range The incoming frame rate is higher than 75 Hz. The screen display may not be centered and this warning message appears Incoming resolution The incoming resolution is higher than 1024 x 768.
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Appendix C Problem Display indicates “No Signal” When there is no video-input signal from the source video port, the OSD shows this message. Solution Check that the video cable is connected securely to the computer and the display.
Index AC power, connecting identifying components , 2, Adjust button information adjusting display ordering parts adjusting viewing angle product audio line technical , 11, Auto Adjust menu installing display back panel LCD screen cleaning troubleshooting cleaning instructions components, identifying connecting menu , 11, AC power...
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Index technical information VESA DPMS timing, supported touch screen cable, connecting cleaning connector connecting viewing angle, adjusting troubleshooting warranty unpacking display workspace, selecting...
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Planar, and to any drawings or specifications furnished to Planar by the Buyer if approved by Planar. This warranty shall be effective only if Planar receives notice of such defect or nonconformance during the period of the warranty.
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OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES. The warranty set forth above shall not be enlarged, diminished, or affected by, and no obligation or liability shall arise from Planar, any authorized dealer, or any other person’s rendering of technical advice, assistance, or services in connection with the Buyer’s order of the goods furnished hereunder.
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(503) 748-1493. You need the unit’s serial number and a brief description of the problem to receive an RMA number. In Europe, call Planar Customer Service at +358 9 420 01 between 8 and 4 . Eastern European time, Monday through Friday, or fax your request to +358 9 420 0200.
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Ordering Information Non-touch display Use the information in these tables to order parts for the VSS15X non-touch display. VSS15X Display Part Number VSS 15X 15-inch XGA VitalScreen S 997-2261-01 Medically Certified Display with desk stand and US power cord VSS 15X 15-inch XGA VitalScreen S 997-2262-01 Medically Certified Display with desk stand and European power cord...
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Resistive-touch Use the information in these tables to order parts for display the VSS15X-TR resistive-touch display. VSS15X-TR Display Part Number VSS 15X-TR 15-inch XGA VitalScreen S 997-2401-01 Medically Certified Display with desk stand and US power cord VSS 15X-TR 15-inch XGA VitalScreen S 997-2402-01 Medically Certified Display with desk stand and European power cord...
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