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Planar Dome Q2 Reference Manual

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Contents
Index
Regulatory Information
Product Information
Warranty
GETTING STARTED
About the Q2 Display
Check Package Contents
Identify Components
Position the Display
Desk Stand Features
INSTALLING THE DISPLAY
Check System Requirements
Determine Chipset Installed
Install EX2 Controller
Connect Cables
Install Display Driver
Adjust Display Properties
OPERATING THE DISPLAY
Front-Panel Controls
Screen Adjustments
Dome CXtra Software
APPENDIXES
Troubleshooting
Specifications
Video Modes
USB Connections
Power Management System
Driver Removal
Gallery
Dome
Q2 Display
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EX2 Display Controller

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  • Page 1: Reference Guide

    QUICK LINKS Contents Index Regulatory Information Product Information Warranty GETTING STARTED About the Q2 Display Check Package Contents Identify Components Position the Display Desk Stand Features INSTALLING THE DISPLAY Check System Requirements Determine Chipset Installed Install EX2 Controller Connect Cables...
  • Page 2 Information in this document has been carefully checked for accuracy; however, no guarantee is Index given to the correctness of the contents. This document is subject to change without notice. Planar provides this information as reference only. Reference to other vendors’ product does not imply Regulatory Information any recommendation or endorsement.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents Index Regulatory Compliance Regulatory Information Product Information Product Information Getting Started Warranty About the Dome Q2 GETTING STARTED Check the Package Contents About the Q2 Display Identify the Components Check Package Contents Position the Display Identify Components Desk Stand Features...

  • Page 4: Regulatory Compliance

    (digital input/output devices, terminals, printers, etc.) certified to comply with the Class B Front-Panel Controls limits may be attached to this monitor. Operation with non-certified peripherals is likely to Screen Adjustments result in interference to radio and TV reception. Only shielded signal cables may be used Dome CXtra Software with this system.
  • Page 5 Products with the “CE” Marking comply with the EMC Directive (89/336/EEC) and LOW Warranty VOLTAGE Directive (73/23/EEC) issued by the Commission of the European Community. GETTING STARTED Compliance with these directives implies conformity to the following European Norms: About the Q2 Display • EN 55022 Radio Frequency Interference Check Package Contents •...

  • Page 6: Product Information

    Replace any cord or cable that is frayed or damaged with another of the same type and Desk Stand Features rating, as supplied by Planar. The safety and regulatory listings and certifications are based on the cable supplied by Planar.

  • Page 7: Installation Precautions

    Do not cover or obstruct the display ventilation with cloth or other materials. GETTING STARTED • Do not set up the display in a built-in enclosure unless proper ventilation is About the Q2 Display provided. Check Package Contents Identify Components •...

  • Page 8: Cleaning Precautions

    To clean the display Warranty Switch the power off and unplug the power cord. GETTING STARTED About the Q2 Display Dampen a clean, nonabrasive cloth with the cleaning substance. Check Package Contents Wipe the screen gently with the dampened cloth.

  • Page 9: About The Dome Q2 Display

    About the Dome Q2 Display QUICK LINKS Contents Index The Dome® Q2 display system consists of a 20.1-inch, TFT LCD panel and an EX2 Regulatory Information controller and driver. Specifically, the architecture of the Q2 display incorporates Product Information AMLCD TFT technology to yield higher levels of brightness. The EX2 controller is...

  • Page 10: Position The Display Desk Stand Features

    QUICK LINKS Contents Index Regulatory Information Product Information Warranty The Dome Q2 display system contains the GETTING STARTED items shown here. Speak with your sales About the Q2 Display rep if any item is missing or damaged. Check Package Contents...

  • Page 11: Install Display Driver Adjust Display Properties

    Review illustrations of the front panel, Regulatory Information controls and ports. Product Information Front panel Warranty GETTING STARTED About the Q2 Display Check Package Contents Identify Components Position the Display Desk Stand Features INSTALLING THE DISPLAY Check System Requirements Determine Chipset Installed...

  • Page 12: Back Panel

    Back panel QUICK LINKS Contents Index Regulatory Information Product Information Warranty GETTING STARTED About the Q2 Display Check Package Contents Identify Components Position the Display Desk Stand Features INSTALLING THE DISPLAY Check System Requirements Determine Chipset Installed Install EX2 Controller...

  • Page 13: Side Panel

    Side panel QUICK LINKS Contents Index Regulatory Information Product Information Warranty GETTING STARTED About the Q2 Display Check Package Contents Identify Components Position the Display Desk Stand Features INSTALLING THE DISPLAY Check System Requirements Determine Chipset Installed Install EX2 Controller...

  • Page 14: Position The Display

    Select a suitable workspace for the display. You need a stable, level, and clean surface near a wall outlet. Product Information Warranty Tilt range GETTING STARTED About the Q2 Display The tilt angle of the display screen Check Package Contents ranges from -5° downward to 30° Identify Components upward.

  • Page 15: Desk Stand Features

    USB hub. Product Information Warranty Stand lock GETTING STARTED About the Q2 Display Move the lever to the left to unfasten the Check Package Contents stand lock. Raise or lower the display to Identify Components...

  • Page 16: Check System Requirements

    Contents Index Make sure your computer system has these requirements before you install Regulatory Information the Q2 display and EX2 controller and driver. Product Information Warranty Hardware issue The motherboard on your computer must have an AGP Pro slot available for...

  • Page 17: Installation Tip

    To check the motherboard chipset installed on your computer: Warranty GETTING STARTED 1 Right-click My Computer and select Properties. About the Q2 Display 2 Click the Hardware tab and select Device Manager. Check Package Contents Identify Components 3 Scroll the list to select System Devices.

  • Page 18: Installing The Display Check System Requirements

    Warranty To install the controller GETTING STARTED About the Q2 Display 1 Turn off your computer and all peripherals. Disconnect all cables from the Check Package Contents back of your computer. Leave the power cord plugged in for grounding.

  • Page 19: Installation Tips

    QUICK LINKS Contents Index Regulatory Information Product Information Warranty GETTING STARTED About the Q2 Display Check Package Contents Identify Components Position the Display Desk Stand Features INSTALLING THE DISPLAY Check System Requirements Determine Chipset Installed Install EX2 Controller Connect Cables...
  • Page 20 QUICK LINKS Contents Index Regulatory Information Product Information Warranty GETTING STARTED About the Q2 Display Check Package Contents Identify Components Position the Display Desk Stand Features INSTALLING THE DISPLAY Check System Requirements Determine Chipset Installed 7 Secure the mounting bracket.

  • Page 21: Connect The Cables

    Connect the Cables QUICK LINKS Contents Index Use only the cables and power cord supplied with the Q2 display. Regulatory Information 1 Press the Product Information Warranty 2 Plug one end of the video signal cable to the DVI port on the display.

  • Page 22: Install The Display Driver

    About the Q2 Display System Settings Change window when prompted to restart the computer. Check Package Contents 2 Insert the Planar Installation CD to run the SETUP.EXE utility. Identify Components Position the Display 3 Click Install under Software Install, then click Next.

  • Page 23: Adjust The Display Properties

    Desk Stand Features 3 Click Advanced. INSTALLING THE DISPLAY Check System Requirements 4 Click the Monitor tab. Make sure the check box for Hide modes that Determine Chipset Installed this monitor cannot display is empty (unchecked). Install EX2 Controller Connect Cables 5 Click the Rotation tab.

  • Page 24: Operating The Display Front-Panel Controls

    Index 2 In Screen area, drag the slider to set the resolution. Regulatory Information Product Information 3 Click the Advanced button and select the Monitor tab. Warranty 4 Under Refresh Frequency (Screen Refresh Rates in Windows XP), GETTING STARTED set the refresh rate.

  • Page 25: Front Panel Controls

    The onscreen display (OSD) menu is the user interface for controlling various Regulatory Information aspects of the Q2 display. With it you can easily adjust functions such as brightness, Product Information OSD horizontal and vertical position, and language and transparency.

  • Page 26: Screen Adjustments

    To adjust the display screen 1 Press the Menu button. The main menu of the OSD appears. GETTING STARTED About the Q2 Display 2 To access a control, navigate with the Up or Down button. Check Package Contents Identify Components 3 Press the Select button when the submenu you want is highlighted.

  • Page 27: Dicom Calibration

    When you highlight the Brightness menu and press Select, you see this message. Index Regulatory Information Product Information Warranty GETTING STARTED About the Q2 Display Check Package Contents Identify Components The warning is applicable for current calibration settings when you are using Position the Display Dome CXtra...
  • Page 28 Language. Choose the language in which the control names are displayed. Regulatory Information Product Information Transparency. Adjust the transparency of the OSD menu screen. Warranty GETTING STARTED About the Q2 Display Check Package Contents Identify Components Position the Display Desk Stand Features INSTALLING THE DISPLAY...
  • Page 29 Horizontal position. Adjust the horizontal position of the OSD window on Product Information the display screen. Warranty Vertical position. Adjust the vertical position of the OSD window on GETTING STARTED About the Q2 Display the display screen. Check Package Contents Identify Components Position the Display Desk Stand Features...

  • Page 30: Enhancements With Dome Cxtra Software

    The Dome® CXtra™ software, QX Edition, enhances the functionality of the Regulatory Information Q2 display for viewing medical images in referral settings. Dome CXtra allows Product Information you to monitor and maintain your Q2 display locally or from a remote location Warranty using any SNMP console application. GETTING STARTED...

  • Page 31: Appendix A: Troubleshooting

    Problem Regulatory Information Product Information Computer does not restart properly after Warranty installation of EX2 controller GETTING STARTED About the Q2 Display Check Package Contents Identify Components Position the Display Desk Stand Features INSTALLING THE DISPLAY Check System Requirements Determine Chipset Installed...
  • Page 32 Index Display indicates “Controls Locked” Regulatory Information Product Information Warranty Display image is incorrect GETTING STARTED About the Q2 Display Check Package Contents Identify Components Position the Display Desk Stand Features INSTALLING THE DISPLAY Check System Requirements Determine Chipset Installed...
  • Page 33 Index Screen image defect appear Regulatory Information Product Information Warranty Display driver not found GETTING STARTED About the Q2 Display USB function is inoperative Check Package Contents Identify Components Position the Display Power source warning audio signal Desk Stand Features...
  • Page 34 Problem Contents Index Dual displays not functioning Regulatory Information Product Information Warranty GETTING STARTED About the Q2 Display Address and interrupt conflicts Check Package Contents Identify Components Position the Display Desk Stand Features INSTALLING THE DISPLAY Check System Requirements Determine Chipset Installed...

  • Page 35: Display Specification

    Display Specification QUICK LINKS Contents Index Regulatory Information Display unit Product Information Warranty GETTING STARTED About the Q2 Display Sync input Check Package Contents Identify Components Position the Display Desk Stand Features INSTALLING THE DISPLAY Check System Requirements Video input...
  • Page 36 Regulatory Information Viewing angle Product Information Contrast ratio Warranty Brightness GETTING STARTED Signal cable About the Q2 Display Maximum pixel clock Check Package Contents Dimensions and weight Identify Components (with tilt-swivel stand) Position the Display Desk Stand Features INSTALLING THE DISPLAY...

  • Page 37: Controller Specification

    QUICK LINKS Contents Index Parameter Regulatory Information Product Information Operating environment Warranty System requirements GETTING STARTED About the Q2 Display Certifications Check Package Contents Dimensions Identify Components Position the Display Power requirements Desk Stand Features INSTALLING THE DISPLAY Check System Requirements...
  • Page 38 Contents Index Regulatory Information Parameter Product Information Warranty USB Standard GETTING STARTED Downstream power supply About the Q2 Display Check Package Contents Communication speed Identify Components Position the Display USB port Desk Stand Features INSTALLING THE DISPLAY Check System Requirements...

  • Page 39: Preset Video Modes

    QUICK LINKS Contents Index Whenever possible, use the recommended resolution (1600x1200) to obtain Regulatory Information the best quality image for your display. If required, the Q2 display supports Product Information the following video modes. Warranty GETTING STARTED About the Q2 Display...
  • Page 40 Display Controller Video Modes QUICK LINKS Contents Index All video modes comply with VESA DMT (Discrete Monitor timing) or VESA GTF Regulatory Information (General Timing format) standards. The display controller board supports HiColor, Product Information 16-bit modes and Truecolor, 32-bit (24 color, 8 alpha) modes. There is no support Warranty for 8-bit modes.

  • Page 41: Using Usb Connections

    Using USB Connections QUICK LINKS Contents Index Both the Q2 display and the desk stand have an integrated self-powered USB hub Regulatory Information that allows you to attach USB devices (such as a keyboard or mouse) to your display Product Information rather than to your computer.

  • Page 42: Appendix E: Power Management System

    Power Management System QUICK LINKS Contents Index The Q2 display complies with the VESA DPMS standard. This standard provides four Regulatory Information power-saving modes, based on the display detecting the horizontal or vertical sync Product Information signal. The following table describes the four modes.

  • Page 43: Driver Removal

    Position the Display 3 Select the EX2 Display Driver from the list of software programs. Desk Stand Features 4 Click Remove. The Planar uninstall dialog box appears. INSTALLING THE DISPLAY Check System Requirements 5 Click Yes to remove the EX2 display driver.

  • Page 44: Appendix G: Gallery

    Gallery QUICK LINKS Contents Index Regulatory Information Product Information Warranty GETTING STARTED About the Q2 Display Check Package Contents Identify Components Position the Display Desk Stand Features INSTALLING THE DISPLAY Check System Requirements Determine Chipset Installed Install EX2 Controller Connect Cables...

  • Page 45: Index

    Regulatory Information adjusting Product Information display position Warranty display properties screen parameters GETTING STARTED AGP chipset driver About the Q2 Display AGP slot Check Package Contents AMLCD technology Identify Components application, display Position the Display avoiding electrostatic discharge Desk Stand Features...
  • Page 46 Brightness Regulatory Information OSD position Setup Product Information Menu button Warranty mounting/security options GETTING STARTED About the Q2 Display navigation buttons Check Package Contents Identify Components operating system Position the Display options, mounting/security Desk Stand Features orientation mode OSD position menu...

  • Page 47: Standard Warranty Overview

    Position the Display correct any minor issues that may be causing the problem. Once Planar has determined Desk Stand Features that you have a non-functioning product, Planar will arrange for return and repair of the INSTALLING THE DISPLAY non-functioning product.

  • Page 48: Limitation Of Implied Warranties

    GETTING STARTED product modification, or failure to follow instructions supplied with the product. About the Q2 Display b) Repair or attempted repair by anyone not authorized by Planar. Check Package Contents c) Any damage of the product due to shipment.
  • Page 49 Exclusion of Damages QUICK LINKS Contents THE LIABILITY OF PLANAR IS LIMITED TO THE COST OF REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT OF Index THE PRODUCT. PLANAR SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR THE FOLLOWING: Regulatory Information DAMAGE TO OTHER PROPERTY CAUSED BY ANY DEFECTS IN THE PRODUCT,...

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