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OWNER’S MANUAL MEDICAL MONITOR Please read this manual carefully before operating your set and retain it for future reference. Model name : AR-3250-3212 www.arthrex.com Copyright 2023 Arthrex, Inc. All Rights Reserved.
Cleaning guidelines for displays must only be carried out by medical professionals (Doctors or Nurses), cleaners must not be handled by patients. • Firmware update should be performed through Arthrex or its distributor. • If Arthrex or its distributor instructs to update the firmware, update it immediately.
LICENSE OPEN SOURCE SOFTWARE NOTICE INFORMATION The terms HDMI, HDMI High-Definition Multimedia To obtain the source code that is contained in this product, under GPL, LGPL, MPL, and other open source Interface, HDMI trade dress and the HDMI Logos are licenses that have the obligation to disclose source code, and to access all referred license terms, copyright trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing notices and other relevant documents, please visit https://opensource.lge.com .
ASSEMBLY AND PREPARING Product Composition Please check whether all the components are included in the box before using the product. If there are any missing components, contact the retailer where you purchased the product. Note that the product and related components may look different from those shown here. Owner's Manual/Regulatory Manual/Cards Power Cord AC/DC Adaptor...
• It is recommended to use the supplied components. • If you use generic cables not certified by Arthrex, the screen may not display or there may be image noises. Drivers and Software Installation Priority • Only use components listed below that meet the listed standard. Unauthorized components may cause...
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Product and Control buttons Front Bottom...
Control button Functions • Selects the input mode. • Adjusts display mode for 2 or more screens. • Opens the [Hot key Settings] menu. • Adjusts the screen brightness. • Selects and confirms menus or options • Adjusts the screen contrast. •...
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SDI IN/SDI OUT, SFP DC-IN • Receives or transmits digital video signals. • Connect an AC/DC adapter. • Supported SDI(Serial Digital Interface signals) format is SMPTE 259M compliant (SD) / SMPTE DVI-D IN/DVI-D OUT 292M compliant (HD) / SMPTE 425M compliant (3G) / SMPTE ST 2081-10 (6G) / SMPTE ST 2082-10 •...
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USB IN/USB UP • Used for HW Calibrator (Optional Accessory) connection. • Connect peripheral device to the USB input port. • A keyboard, mouse, or USB storage device can be connected. • To use USB 2.0, connect the A-B type USB 2.0 cable to the PC. CAUTION Cautions When Using a USB Storage Device •...
Installing the Monitor Once the back door is attached, assemble it using the screws. Cable connection and organize Before connecting the connectors, remove the back door as shown below. Once the screws are removed, lift the back door in the direction of the arrow below to remove it. The back door is held in place with a magnet.
NOTE • A non-VESA standard screw may damage the product and cause the monitor to fall. Arthrex is not liable for any accidents relating to the use of non-standard screws. To install the monitor to a wall, attach a wall mount plate (optional) to the back of the monitor.
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CAUTION Precautions for Connecting the Power Cord • Disconnect the power cord before moving or installing the monitor. There is risk of electric shock. • Installing the monitor on the ceiling or on a slanted wall may result in the monitor falling off, which could lead to injury.
USER SETTINGS Activating the Quick Menu Press to show the OSD Quick Menu. Among the Control Button, press to move to the left or right or ( , to move to the bottom or top or ( ) to set options. In order to exit from the OSD Menu, press the Control Button or select [Exit].
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[Quick Settings] Press and select [All Settings] to show the complete OSD Menu. Among the Control Button, press to move to the left or right or ( , to move to the bottom or top to go to the [Quick Settings]. Configure the options following the instructions that appear in the bottom right corner.
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[All Settings] > [Quick Explanation Settings] [User Preset] User Preset allows the user to save or load up to 10 picture quality settings for multiple connected devices in each preset. NOTE • You can use User Preset to import or save items in [Picture Adjust] and [Color Adjust] of the [Picture] menu. [User Name] Allows the user to change and register a user name (Preset 1 ~ Preset 3, User 1 ~ User 7) as the user wants.
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[Input] Press and select [All Settings] to show the complete OSD Menu. Among the Control Button, press to move to the left or right or ( , to move to the bottom or top to go to the [Input]. Configure the options following the instructions that appear in the bottom right corner. To configure an upper menu or another item, press the Control Button or press ( ) to move to the settings.
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[All Settings] > [Input] Explanation [SDI Mode] Selects among the SDI signal processing modes. ([Single1], [Single2], [Single3], [Single4], [12G 2-SI(QUAD Link)], [12G Square(QUAD Link)], [SFP]) NOTE • Single 12G-SDI Signal Format: [Single1], [Single2], [Single3], [Single4], [SFP] • Quad 3G-SDI Signal Format: [12G 2-SI(QUAD Link)], [12G Square(QUAD Link)] - Square Division: The full image is divided into four quadrants using four 3G-SDI signal format.
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[All Settings] > [Input] Explanation [Aspect Ratio] Adjusts the aspect ratio of the screen. ([Full Wide], [Original], [Just Scan]) NOTE • The display may look the same for [Full Wide], [Original] and [Just Scan] options at the 3840 x 2160 resolution. [Screen Flip] Adjusts the screen image rotation.
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[Picture] Press and select [All Settings] to show the complete OSD Menu. Among the Control Button, press to move to the left or right or ( , to move to the bottom or top to go to the [Picture]. Configure the options following the instructions that appear in the bottom right corner. To configure an upper menu or another item, press the Control Button or press ( ) to move to the settings.
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[Picture Mode] on HDR signal (HDMI Only) [All Settings] > [Picture] Explanation [Custom] Allows the user to adjust each element. [Picture Mode] [Vivid] Optimized the screen for HDR vivid colors. [Standard] Optimized the screen for HDR standard. NOTE • HDR content may not display correctly depending on Windows 10 OS settings, please check HDR On/Off settings in Windows. •...
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Explanation [All Settings] > [Picture] [Brightness] Adjusts screen brightness. [Picture Adjust] NOTE • Press the button to toggle between [Turn on 'Brightness Stabilization']/[Turn off 'Brightness Stabilization']. • When [Brightness Stabilization] is [On], the [Brightness] adjustment function is deactivated. • When [Brightness Stabilization] is [On], [SMART ENERGY SAVING] and [DFC] functions are deactivated. •...
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Explanation [All Settings] > [Picture] [Picture Adjust] [DFC] [On] Automatically adjusts brightness depending on the screen. [Off] Deactivates the [DFC] function. [Response Time] Sets a response time for displayed pictures based on the movement of the picture on the screen. In a normal environment, it is recommended that you set [Fast].
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Explanation [All Settings] > [Picture] [Color Adjust] [Gamma] Set your own gamma value. ([Gamma 1.8], [Gamma 2.0], [Gamma 2.2], [Gamma 2.4], [Gamma 2.6], [DICOM Gamma Curve]) Higher gamma settings mean a darker image is displayed or vice versa. [Color Temp] Set your own color temperature.
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[General] Press and select [All Settings] to show the complete OSD Menu. Among the Control Button, press to move to the left or right or ( , to move to the bottom or top to go to the [General]. Configure the options following the instructions that appear in the bottom right corner. To configure an upper menu or another item, press the Control Button or press ( ) to move to the settings.
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[All Settings] > [General] Explanation [User Preset] User Preset allows the user to save or load up to 10 picture quality settings for multiple connected devices in each preset. NOTE • You can use User Preset to import or save items in [Picture Adjust] and [Color Adjust] of the [Picture] menu. [User Name] Allows the user to change and register a user name (Preset 1 ~ Preset 3, User 1 ~ User 7) as the user wants.
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[All Settings] > [General] Explanation [RS-232C] [RS-232C] and the [HW Calibration] cannot be used at the same time. [RS-232C] The [RS-232C] function will be operated or turned off. [Set ID] Adjusts [Set ID]. (The scope of adjustment: 1-10) [Input Compatibility Version] Please set the [Input Compatibility Version] to match the version of the connected external device.
TROUBLESHOOTING Nothing is displayed on the screen. Problem Action Is the monitor's power cord plugged in? • Check if the power cord is correctly plugged into the power outlet. Is the power indicator on? • Check the power cable connection and turn on the power switch. Is the power indicator displaying as green? •...
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The screen is unstable and shakes. / There are shadowy traces left on the screen. Problem Action Did you select the appropriate resolution? • If the selected resolution is HDMI 1080i 60/50 Hz (interlaced), the screen may be flickering. Change the resolution to 1080p or the recommended resolution. The display color is abnormal.
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS Specifications are subject to change without notice. The symbol ~ means alternating current, and the symbol means direct current. LCD Screen Type TFT (Thin Film Transistor) LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) Screen Pixel Pitch 0.18159 mm x 0.18159 mm Resolution Max Resolution DVI-D: 1920 x 1080 @ 60 Hz...
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Environmental Conditions Operating Conditions Temperature 0 °C to 40 °C (32 °F to 104 °F) Humidity 0 % to 80 % Pressure 700 hPa to 1060 hPa Storage / Transport Conditions Temperature -20 °C to 60 °C (-4 °F to 140 °F) Humidity 0 % to 85 % Pressure...
Power indicator Mode LED Color On Mode Green NOTE • Vertical Frequency: In order to display an image, the screen must be refreshed dozens of times per second, like a fluorescent lamp. The number of times the screen is refreshed per second is called vertical frequency, or refresh rate, and is represented by Hz.
EXTERNAL CONTROLLER SETUP Set ID Function This function allows you to assign a unique ID to the monitor to control it remotely from your PC. The actual product may differ from the picture shown. Please refer to the "Transmission/Reception Protocol". Connect the RS-232C (serial connector) of the PC to the RS-232C IN connector at the back of the monitor.
Transmission/Reception Protocol Error Acknowledgment (Command2)( )(Set ID)( )(NG)(Data)(x) Transmission When the set receives an abnormal piece of Data for an unsupported function or there is a communication error, (Command1)(Command2)( )(Set ID)( )(Data)(Cr) it returns ACK in the format above. (Command 1): j, k, m, x, t, f, d Data 00: Illegal code (Command 2): This command is used to control the monitor.
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01. Power (Command: k a) [Input List] (Sub) (Command: x c) ʢ Controls the On/Off of the power supply to the monitor. ʢ Controls the input mode of the Sub. Transmission (k)(a)( )(Set ID)( )(Data)(Cr) Transmission (x)(c)( )(Set ID)( )(Data)(Cr) Data Data 00: Power Off...
04. [Aspect Ratio] (Main) (Command: x f) [Aspect Ratio] (Sub 3) (Command: x i) ʢ Adjusts the Aspect Ratio of the Main. ʢ Adjusts the Aspect Ratio of the Sub 3. Transmission (x)(f)( )(Set ID)( )(Data)(Cr) Transmission (x)(i)( )(Set ID)( )(Data)(Cr) Data Data 00: [Full Wide]...
27. [DVI Power Supply] (Command: m m) 29. [OSD Lock] (Command: k m) ʢ Controls the DVI Power Supply function. ʢ Controls the OSD Lock function. Transmission (m)(m)( )(Set ID)( )(Data)(Cr) Transmission (k)(m)( )(Set ID)( )(Data)(Cr) Data Data 00: [On] 01: [Off] 00: [Off] 01: [On]...
35. [SDI Mode] (Command: x x) ʢ Selects among the SDI signal processing modes. Transmission (x)(x)( )(Set ID)( )(Data)(Cr) Data 00: [Single1] 01: [Single2] 02: [Single3] 03: [Single4] 04: [12G 2-SI(QUAD Link)] 05: [12G Square(QUAD Link)] 06: [SFP] Ack (x)( )(Set ID)( )(OK/NG)(Data)(x) 36.
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