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USER’S MANUAL DoubleSight ™ Dual 15” LCD Monitor (Model: DS-15xx Series) For the latest updates and more information, visit our website at www.doublesight.com.
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Trademarks DoubleSight, DoubleSight Displays, the DoubleSight logo, and other DoubleSight trademarks are the property of DoubleSight Displays, LLC and may be registered in the United States and/or other countries. Microsoft, Windows, and the Microsoft logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries.
Contents Contents ... i Notice to Users ... 1 Important Safety Instructions ... 1 Important Notices Regarding Power Cord ... 1 For the United States and Canada... 2 For European Countries ... 2 For The United Kingdom ... 2 CE Conformity for Europe ... 3 Additional Safety Information ...
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Contrast ...22 Color ...22 User Mode ...23 Position ...24 Image ...25 Misc Menu ...26 Reset ...26 Language ...26 OSD Position ...27 System Information ...27 Recommended Use ... 29 Placement ...29 Ergonomics...30 Technical Information... 31 Product Specifications (Model: DS-15xx) ...31 Contents...
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Display...31 Input Signals ...31 Connections ...31 User Controls ...32 Power ...32 Operating Conditions...32 Physical Characteristics ...32 Application Video Timing...33 VESA Modes...33 IBM Modes...33 MAC Modes ...34 Troubleshooting & Support ... 35 Warning Messages ...35 Troubleshooting Checklist ...36 Support Options ...37 Returning for Repair Service ...38 Limited Warranty ...
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Notice to Users Important Safety Instructions Please carefully read the following safety instructions as they are designed to reduce the risk of electric shock, personal injury or damage to the LCD monitor. WARNING This device must be operated with the original power supply, part number: HJC HASU05F.
User’s Manual female receptacle of the cord set must meet IEC-60320 requirements and may look like (Figure A1 below): For the United States and Canada In the United States and Canada, the male plug is a NEMA5-15 style (Figure A2), UL Listed, and CSA Labeled. For units that are mounted on a desk or table, type SVT or SJT cord sets may be used.
WARNING This appliance must be grounded. IMPORTANT: The wires in the main lead are colored in accordance with the following codes: Green-and-Yellow: Grounded Blue: Neutral Brown: Live If the colored wires of the main lead of this appliance do not correspond with the colored markings identifying the terminals in your plug, proceed as follows: The wire which is colored GREEN-AND-YELLOW must be...
User’s Manual Additional Safety Information To prevent fire or shock hazards, do not expose this monitor to rain, moisture or liquids. Use only a properly grounded plug and receptacle. Do not use this unit’s polarized plug with an extension cord receptacle or other outlet unless the prongs can be fully inserted.
Do not cover or block the ventilation ports on the rear of the monitor to avoid breakdown or fire. Do not install the monitor near heat sources, such as radiators or air ducts, or in locations exposed to direct sunlight, excessive dust, mechanical vibration or shock.
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Introduction Congratulations on your purchase of DoubleSight, an innovative dual LCD monitor. DoubleSight is designed to harness your information and computing power utilizing unique multiple monitor technology that will enhance your viewing and productivity experience! By connecting two 15-inch LCD monitor panels side-by-side and using a single “smart”...
DoubleSight on a desk, wall- mount it or hang it from an office cubicle! Contents in the Box Your new DoubleSight monitor box DoubleSight DS-15xx Dual LCD monitor Power Adapter Two Video Signal Cables (15-pin D-sub Type) Ergonomic Tilt/Swivel Base User’s Manual...
DoubleSight Monitor Overview Front SELECT LED Indicator SELECT The SELECT button is a single control function for selecting the On-Screen Display menu of left-side panel, right-side panel, or both panels. SELECT Green LEDs indicate the On-Screen Display menu’s operational mode for left-side panel, right-side panel, or Indicator both panels;...
User’s Manual AUTO The AUTO button automatically adjusts the display settings. POWER The POWER button turns the monitor on and off. POWER A green LED indicates the monitor is on. Indicator Rear Wall mounting holes VGA1 Connects the first video signal cable VGA2 Connects the second video signal cable DC-IN...
Setting Up Your Monitor Prior to setting up your DoubleSight monitor, it is important to select a location where it will be stable and protected, yet convenient to use. You will need a flat, hard surface, such as a sturdy desk or table, located near a power outlet.
User’s Manual Holding the base stand handle, insert its three prongs (located on the handle’s reverse side) straight down into the three holes on the display’s back silver face plate. To secure the prongs into a locked position, push the stand forward until it connects to the display securely.
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WARNING Only use the correct power cord for your local voltage. The power adapter included in the box automatically supports 100V~240V. Depending on the configuration of your computer, there are different methods for connecting it to your DoubleSight monitor. If your computer already has two VGA ports, connect the opposite ends of the VGA 1 and 2 cables into each VGA port.
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User’s Manual NOTE If your computer does not specify VGA 1 and 2, you can change the order later using your computer display setting or monitor On-Screen Display setting. Refer to the “Setting Up Computer Display Properties” of this section and “Source Select” of “Key Function Controls”...
User’s Manual Setting Up Computer Display Properties For Microsoft Windows Users Click the Start button in Windows, then select Settings > Control Panel > Display. On the Settings tab, click the monitor icon that represents the monitor you want to extend your desktop to. Select the “Extend my Windows desktop onto this monitor”...
User’s Manual NOTE You can rearrange the position of display 1 and 2 without physically switching video adapter signal cables. Simply drag a monitor icon (1 or 2) to a desired position on the Settings tab of Display Properties Windows and select Apply or OK. For Apple Macintosh Users Choose System Preferences from the Apple menu and click Displays.
User’s Manual Removing Base Stand from the Display If you need to disconnect the base stand from the display, use the bottom layer of foam packaging in the box as a secure material to protect the LCD panels. Using both hands, firmly grip each outer edge of the dual display frame and place face down on top of the foam packaging.
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Key Function Controls DoubleSight features an intuitive, menu-driven On-Screen Display (OSD) that provides a full range of customizable tools to optimize your display. The OSD can be accessed anytime your computer is powered up. (Note: If your computer is in a power saving mode or is powered down, the OSD will be inaccessible.) Working with OSD Functions To work with OSD functions:...
User’s Manual 5. Press the MENU button to select a function. If more than one setting is listed, use the LEFT ◄ or RIGHT ► button to make your selection within the selected function. 6. Press the LEFT ◄ or RIGHT ► button to change the settings as described under each menu function in the following section.
USEFUL TIP You can easily change video signal source by simply pressing the LEFT ◄ or RIGHT ► button without entering the OSD window. Just press the LEFT ◄ or RIGHT ► button anytime to switch video signal source between VGA1 and VGA2 for the corresponding panel. Brightness 1.
User’s Manual Contrast 1. Press the LEFT ◄ or RIGHT ► button until the Contrast icon is highlighted. 2. Press the MENU button to select the Contrast icon. 3. Press the LEFT ◄ or RIGHT ► button to set the contrast on the 0-100 scale.
1. Press the LEFT ◄ or RIGHT ► button until the Color icon is highlighted. 2. Press the MENU button to select the Color icon. 3. Press the LEFT ◄ or RIGHT ► button to move between the options. 4. Press the MENU button to change the setting. Notice the “Pointing hand”...
User’s Manual 4. Press the LEFT ◄ or RIGHT ► button to select the color category. 5. Press the MENU button to select the RED, GREEN or BLUE option. 6. Press the LEFT ◄ or RIGHT ► button to set each color as desired on the 0-100 scale.
5. Press the EXIT button to save the settings and return to the Position menu. 6. Press the EXIT button to return to the function selection menu. Image Use the image settings to adjust the sharpness, white balance, and to fine-tune picture performance to compensate for drifts in the computer signal.
User’s Manual Misc Menu The Misc Menu lets you access sub-menus that include Reset, Language, OSD Position, and the read-only System Information screen. 1. Press the LEFT ◄ or RIGHT ► button until the Misc Menu icon is highlighted. 2. Press the MENU button to select Misc Menu. Reset Reset lets you return the display’s settings to the factory defaults.
1. Press the LEFT ◄ or RIGHT ► button until Language is highlighted. 2. Press the MENU button to select Language. 3. Press the LEFT ◄ or RIGHT ► button to scroll through the languages shown. 4. Press the MENU button to select OSD language. 5.
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Recommended Use Placement Correct placement and adjustment of the monitor can reduce eye, shoulder, and neck fatigue. Check the following when you position the monitor: Keep the top of the monitor screen at or slightly below eye level. Your eyes should look slightly downward when viewing the middle of the screen.
User’s Manual Position the monitor at a 90° angle to windows and other light sources to minimize glare and reflections. Adjust the monitor tilt so that ceiling lights do not reflect on your screen. Use a document holder placed close to the screen. Position whatever you are looking at most of the time (the screen or reference material) directly in front of you to minimize turning your head while you are typing.
User’s Manual User Controls Manual Control SELECT, MENU, ◄, ►, EXIT, AUTO, Buttons POWER On-screen Display Select Source, Brightness, Contrast, Color, Functions Position (horizontal/vertical), Image (phase, clock), Misc. Menu (reset, language, OSD position, system information) Power Voltage Input: AC 100~240V, 50~60Hz; Output: DC+12V, 4.0A max.
640x480@60Hz 800x525 SVGA 832x624@75Hz 1152x667 1024x768@75Hz 1328x804 NOTE The DS-15xx has two LCD panels that generate a 2048 x 768 resolution together; each panel can be set to a maximum of 1024 x 768. Horizontal Vertical Nominal Pixel Nominal Nominal...
Troubleshooting & Support Warning Messages Message OUT OF RANGE The input signal is not acceptable by the monitor. - Please ensure that the video resolution and refresh rate of the graphics card in your computer are within specified ranges for the monitor. - Please check your computer’s display settings and change the screen refresh rate properly.
User’s Manual CABLE NOT The VGA cable is not connected to the computer. CONNECTED - Check that VGA cable is connected to the computer tightly. Troubleshooting Checklist Symptom - You need to install an additional graphics card to Computer has only one VGA port enable a dual monitor configuration.
These panels are not considered bad quality and you can use them without uneasiness. DoubleSight Displays considers more than six defective transistors per panel to be defective and thus eligible for repair within a one-year warranty period.
Returning for Repair Service In some cases, you may need to send your DoubleSight monitor for repair by our own technicians at DoubleSight Displays. Prior to sending your monitor to our repair facility, you will need to obtain a Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) number. Please call our technical support department at 1-877-TwoLCDs (1-877-896-5237) to make return arrangements and receive special instructions.
Limited Warranty INTRODUCTION This Warranty covers DoubleSight Displays, LLC’s (“DSD”) DS- 15xx DoubleSight Dual 15” LCD Monitors (“Product”) sold by DSD or DSD’s authorized resellers. DSD provides a limited warranty for the originally purchased Products for use, not resale (“Original Purchase”), located in the United States.
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User’s Manual WARRANTY EXCLUSIONS This warranty does not cover: 1. Any Product on which the serial number has been defaced, modified or removed. 2. Damage, deterioration or malfunction resulting from: Accident, disaster, misuse, neglect, fire, water, lightning, or other acts of nature, unauthorized product modification, or failure to follow instructions and environment specifications supplied with the Product.
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EXCLUSIVE REMEDIES THE REMEDIES PROVIDED IN THIS STATEMENT OF LIMITED WARRANTY ARE YOUR SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE REMEDIES. IN NO EVENT, WILL DOUBLESIGHT DISPLAYS, LLC BE LIABLE FOR DIRECT, INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR OTHER TYPES OF DAMAGES RESULTING FROM ANY BREACH OF WARRANTY, OR...
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User’s Manual AUTHORIZED RESELLER FOR THIS PRODUCT HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES, OR FOR ANY CLAIM BASED ON ANY THIRD PARTY CLAIM. DSD LIABILITY WILL BE NO MORE THAN THE AMOUNT YOU PAID FOR THE PRODUCT THAT IS THE SUBJECT OF A CLAIM.
Regulatory Information FCC Compliance This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
User’s Manual FCC WARNING To assure continued FCC compliance, the user must use a ground power supply cord and the provided shielded video interface cable with bonded ferrite cores. If a BNC cable is going to be used, use only a shielded BNC (5) cable. Any unauthorized changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate this device.
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