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® Displays GDO 18 Series 18" TFT LCD Flat-panel Displays GDO 18: 18" Flat-panel Display GDO 18-T: GDO 18 w/ Resistive Touchscreen USER’S MANUAL VER. 1 • 2002 No part of this manual may be reproduced without permission CyberResearch , Inc.
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CyberResearch, Inc. In no event will CyberResearch, Inc. be liable for direct, indirect, special, incidental, or consequential damages arising out of the use of or inability to use the product or documentation, even if advised of the possibility of such damages.
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• Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver. • Connect the equipment into an outlet on different fro m that to which the receiver is connected. • Consult CyberResearch for help. Caution: To comply with the limits for an FCC Class B computing device, always use the shielded signal cord and shielded power cord supplied with this unit.
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User’s Manual Class B ITE (Following European Standard EN 50082-2) Radio Frequency Interference Statement Warning: This is a Class B product. In a domestic environment, this product may cause radio interference in which case the user may be required to take adequate measures.
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7. If any of the following occurs, immediately unplug your monitor and call CyberResearch. • The power or monitor-to-PC signal cord is frayed or damaged. • Liquid has been spilled onto the monitor, or it has been exposed to rain.
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User’s Manual • The monitor has been dropped or the case has been damaged.
CHAPTER 1 ...1 The LCD Monitor...1 Your New LCD Monitor...1 Unpacking...1 Identifying Components...2 Adjusting the Viewing Angle...5 Positioning...6 Connecting AC Power...7 Connecting Video...7 Connecting the Stereo Speakers...8 Connecting the Optional Touch Screen...9 Power Management System...10 CHAPTER 2... 11 The Display Controls...11 The LCD Monitor’s Display Controls...11 Adjusting the Monitor’s Display...11 OSD Main Menu...11...
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User’s Manual ABLE OF IGURES Figure 1-1: The LCD Monitor Panel and Controls ________________3 Figure 1-2: LCD Monitor’s Rear Ports _________________________4 Figure 1-3: Angle Settings____________________________________6 Figure 1-4: Connecting Power to the LCD Monitor________________7 Figure 1-5: Connecting the LCD Monitor to the PC _______________8 Figure 1-6: Connecting the Stereo Speakers______________________9 Figure 1-7: Connecting the Optional Touchscreen Cable___________10 Figure 2-1: The OSD Main Menu _____________________________12...
HAPTER The LCD Monitor Your new LCD Monitor Your LCD monitor has been designed to be versatile, ergonomic and user-friendly. The LCD monitor is capable of displaying most standards, from 640 x 480 VGA to 1280 x 1024 SXGA. The digital controls located on the front panel allow the user to easily adjust the monitor’s display parameters.
• Power Cord • This User’s Manual If you find that any of these items are missing or appear damaged, contact CyberResearch immediately. Do not throw away the packing material or shipping carton in case you need to ship or store the monitor in the future.
Figure 1-1: The LCD Monitor Panel and Controls 1. LCD Screen The RGB LCD monitor screen is capable of producing most display standards. 2. Function Control Buttons These two buttons allow you to select one of the control functions. Press either the upper or lower control button to scroll through the menu items.
User’s Manual 5. Power-On Indicator This LED indicator lights when the power is on. The LED indicator will blink when the LCD monitor is in Power Saving mode. 6. Monitor Swivel Base The monitor swivel base supports the LCD panel and changes the monitor angles.
A PS/2 to RS-232 cable is provided with the optional touchscreen package. To install the optional touchscreen driver, see the ELO 18" Touchscreen Guide on the driver CD, or contact CyberResearch 4. Audio Line In Connect your PC’s Line Out to this jack to listen to the PC’s audio through...
User’s Manual Do not force the monitor past its maximum extension in either direction. You could damage the monitor and the monitor stand. Positioning Take a moment to prepare a suitable place to set up your workstation. You need a stable, flat dust-free surface with good ventilation.
• Do not place the LCD monitor in direct sunlight or near a window. Moisture and direct sunlight exposure can be seriously damaging. Connecting AC Power Please refer to the following instructions for connecting AC power to the LCD monitor. 1.
User’s Manual Figure 1-5: Connecting the LCD Monitor to the PC 3. If your PC has a graphic card with a 24-pin DVI connector, you should connect it with the digital 24-pin DVI signal cable. 4. Make sure the signal cable head is securely connected to the VGA port of your PC.
2. Connect the other end of the 1.5M sound cable to the LCD monitor’s line-in jack. Please refer to Figure 1-6. Figure 1-6: Connecting the Stereo Speakers 3. You can adjust the sound volume of the stereo speakers by using the speaker volume control function on the OSD (On-Screen Display).
User’s Manual Figure 1-7: Connecting the Optional Touchscreen Cable 2. Connect the D-sub 9-pin RS-232 connector end of the PS/2 to RS-232 cable provided with the optional touchscreen package to the 9-pin RS-232 serial port at the back of your PC. Please refer to Figure 1-7. 3.
HAPTER The Display Controls The LCD Monitor Display Controls This chapter covers the LCD monitor’s On-Screen Display (OSD). Using the OSD you can adjust the contrast, brightness, display position, display clarity, and color temperature, etc. You can also adjust the stereo speaker volume and set OSD parameters.
User’s Manual Figure 2-1: The OSD Main Menu The control functions are grouped into seven categories as shown on the Main Menu. Continue pressing the Function buttons to scroll through the menu item. Press the Adjustment buttons to enter the sub-menu of each function group. Each item is covered below. Main Menu BASIC SETTING POSITION...
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Basic Setting CONTRAST BRIGHTNESS VIDEO LEVEL GAMMA FRAME TO MAIN MENU Position CLOCK PHASE DEFAULT SIZE NATIVE SIZE H-POSITION V-POSITION H-SIZE V-SIZE GRAPH/TEXT TO MAIN MENU Color Temp. Menu 9300 6500 USER TO MAIN MENU To adjust the contrast level of the display. To adjust the brightness level of the display.
User’s Manual Miscellaneous Menu AUDIO VOLUME OSD H-POSITION OSD V-POSITION DISPLAY MODE F/W VERSION TO MAIN MENU Reset Menu BASIC SETTING POSITION COLOR TEMP. MISCELLANEOUS ALL FUNCTIONS TO MAIN MENU Quick Adjustment Functions When the OSD Main Menu is not active, the following functions are available for quick adjustment.
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Press the lower Function Control button (second button) to enable the small Brightness icon. Use the Adjustment Control button to increase (+) or decrease (-) the brightness level. Press the upper Adjustment Control button (third button) to enable the small volume icon. Use the Adjustment Control button to increase (+) or decrease (-) the volume.
Troubleshooting Procedures This LCD Monitor was pre-adjusted in the factory with standard VGA timing. Due to output timing differences among various VGA cards, you may initially experience an unstable or unclear display when a new display mode or new VGA card is selected. This LCD Monitor Supports Multiple VGA Modes.
User’s Manual horizontal dark and light lines appear. The number of lines increases as you press the button. Now press the bottom (or top) Adjustment Control button until the lines disappear and you have a clear display. PROBLEM: There is no LCD Display If there is no display on the LCD, please perform the following steps: 1.
Signal connections and programming are the two most common sources of difficulty. CyberResearch support personnel can help you solve these problems, especially if you are prepared for the call.
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CyberResearch, Inc. will, at its option, repair or replace the defective item under the terms of this warranty, subject to the provisions and specific exclusions listed herein.
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