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(separate volume) carefully to familiarize yourself with safe and effective usage. • Please refer to the Setup Guide for basic information ranging from connection of the monitor to a PC to using the monitor. • The latest User’s Manual is available for download from our web site: http://www.eizo.com...
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The backlight of the LCD panel has a fixed lifetime. When the screen becomes dark or begins to flicker, please contact your local EIZO representative. Do not press on the panel or edge of the frame strongly, as this may result in display malfunctions, such as interference patterns, etc.
Cleaning Attention • Chemicals such as alcohol and antiseptic solution may cause gloss variation, tarnishing, and fading of the cabinet or panel, and also quality deterioration of the image. • Never use any thinner, benzene, wax, and abrasive cleaner, which may damage the cabinet or panel. Note •...
10). • The software “ScreenManager Pro for LCD” to adjust the screen using the mouse and keyboard is included. This software can be downloaded from our web site (http://www.eizo.com). • Supports Color Vision Deficiency Simulation Software “UniColor Pro” This software can be downloaded from our web site (http://www.eizo.com).
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Attention Be careful of the following points when using the built-in correction sensor. Do not touch the built-in correction sensor. Itmayreducethemeasurementaccuracyofthebuilt-incorrectionsensor,orresultininjury orequipmentdamage. Attention • A high temperature or high humidity environment may affect the measurement accuracy of the built-in correction sensor.
1-3. EIZO LCD Utility Disk An “EIZO LCD Utility Disk” (CD-ROM) is supplied with this product. The following table shows the disk contents and the overview of the software programs. ● Disk contents and software overview The disk includes application software programs for adjustment, and User’s Manual. Refer to “Readme.txt” or the “read me”...
1-4. Basic Operations and Functions ● Basic Adjustment menu operations Displaying Adjustment Menu 1. Press . The Adjustment menu appears. Menutitle Currentmode Item Setting Menu Adjusting/Setting 1. Choose a menu to adjust/set with , , and then press 2. Choose an item to adjust/set with , , and then press 3.
● Showing Button Guide When you press the front buttons (except the button), the button guide appears next to the button. ButtonGuide Controlbutton Note • The button guide will continue to appear while the Adjustment menu or Mode menu is showing. •...
● Functions The following table shows the menus for adjustment and setting items of each menu. Main Menu Item Reference Color “2-3.AdjustingColor”(page17) Brightness Temperature Gamma Advanced Settings Saturation ContrastEnhancer OutlineEnhancer Clipping Gain 6Colors “3-10.Resettodefault”(page32) ColorReset SelfCorrection “4-1.ExecutingSelfCorrection”(page33) Execute Screen “2-5.SelectingScreenSize”(page24) ScreenSize “2-6.ConfiguringMovingImage...
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Tools “Toswitchamonginputsignals”(page43) InputSelection “3-1.Enabling/DisablingModeSelection”(page ModePreset “3-8.SwitchingUSBPortAutomatically”(page30) USB Selection DisplayPort HDMI “7-4.ShowingMonitorInformation”(page45) SignalInfo MonitorInfo “3-10.Resettodefault”(page32) AllReset *1 The adjustment/settings available on the “Color” menu depend on the selected mode. (See “2-3. Adjusting Color” (page 17)) *2 This setting can be adjusted with HDMI signal input. Chapter1Introduction...
2-2. Setting the Resolution When you connect the monitor to the PC and find that the resolution is improper, or when you want to change the resolution, follow the procedure below. ● Windows 7 1. Right-click the mouse anywhere on the desktop except for icons. 2.
2-3. Adjusting Color ● To select the display mode (color mode) This function allows easy selection of a desired mode according to monitor application. Display Modes Mode Purpose 1-User1 Availableforthecolorsettingsaccordingtoyourpreference. 2-User2 3-User3 4-Paper Producesaprintedpapereffectbydecreasingcontrastandcolortemperature. ® ® 5-Adobe SuitableforcolormatchingwithAdobe RGBcompatibleperipherals. 6-sRGB SuitableforcolormatchingwithsRGBcompatibleperipherals.
● To perform advanced adjustments “Color” of the Adjustment menu allows you to configure and save a separate set of color settings for each mode. Attention • It takes about 7 minutes (under our measurement conditions) for the performance of electrical parts to stabilize. Please wait 7 minutes or more after the monitor power has been turned on, and then adjust the monitor.
● Adjusting Brightness The screen brightness is adjusted by changing the brightness of the backlight (light source from the LCD back panel). Setting Range 75 cd/m to 350 cd/m Procedure 1. Press or . The Brightness menu appears. 2. Use for adjustment.
● Adjusting Gamma Gamma can be adjusted. The brightness of the monitor varies depending on the input signal, however, the variation rate is not proportional to the input signal. To keep the balance between the input signal and the brightness of the monitor is called as “Gamma correction”. Setting Range 1.6-2.7, Standard Procedure...
● Adjusting Saturation This function allows you to adjust color saturation. Setting Range -100 to 100 Procedure 1. Choose “Color” from the Adjustment menu, and press 2. Choose “Advanced Settings” from “Color”, and press 3. Choose “Saturation”, and press 4. Use for adjustment.
● To set clipping This function allows you to display the monitor with the colors based on the standard values of the defined color gamut (such as sRGB). The method of displaying the defined color gamut outside the normal gamut of the monitor can be set.
● Adjusting Gain The brightness of each color component red, green, and blue is called Gain. You can change the hue of “white” by adjusting gain. Setting Range 0 to 100% Procedure 1. Choose “Color” from the Adjustment menu, and press 2.
2-4. Expanding Signal Output Range The output range of the signal is extended from 16 - 254 to 0 - 255 for display. When images are displayed in black and white within the restricted range for purposes such as image creation, use this setting to improve the contrast of the images.
● HDMI (HD signal) input Settings Function Enlarged Displaysanimageinfullscreen.Insomecases,ablankhorizontalorverticalborder appearstoequalizetheverticalrateandthehorizontalrate. DotbyDot Displaysimageswiththespecifiedresolution. Example: 720p Enlarged DotbyDot Procedure 1. Choose “Screen” from the Adjustment menu, and press 2. Choose “Screen Size” from “Screen”, and press 3. Select “Enlarged”, or “Dot by Dot” with or .
2-6. Configuring Moving Image Performance This function reduces visible afterimages that appear in fast moving images. If noise or afterimage is adversely noticeable, set the “Overdrive” setting to “Off”. Default setting: On Procedure 1. Choose “Screen” from the Adjustment menu, and press 2.
2-8. Setting HDMI ● Reducing Noise The small noises that occur in dark images are reduced. Use this function to reduce noise and roughness in images. Procedure 1. Choose “Screen” from the Adjustment menu, and press 2. Choose “HDMI Settings” from “Screen”, and press 3.
Chapter 3 Setting Monitor 3-1. Enabling/Disabling Mode Selection This function selects / deselects modes that should be skipped. Please use this function if you would like to prevent a mode from being used. Procedure 1. Choose “Tools” from the Adjustment menu, and press 2.
1. Choose “Menu Settings” from the Adjustment menu, and press 2. Choose “Menu Position” from “Menu Settings”, and press 3. Choose the position with or . 4. Press to exit. 3-5. Showing and Hiding the EIZO Logo Procedure 1. Press to turn off the monitor. 2. Holding down, press for at least two seconds to turn on the monitor.
3-7. Setting Signal Bandwidth The range of frequency and detection sensitivity of the change in signal can be switched. Attention • The graphics board supporting signal display is required. Refer to the User’s Manual of the graphics board. • This function cannot be used with HDMI input. Procedure 1.
3-9. Changing DUE (Digital Uniformity Equalizer) Setting The DUE setting can be changed. Settings Function Brightness Makesthebrightnessandcolorofthewholescreenuniformwithoutchangingthe maximumbrightnessandcontrastratio.Thebrightnessofahighgradationareaisnot corrected.Selectthissettingtoprioritizethelevelsofthebrightnessandcontrastoverthe uniformityinthehighgradationarea. Uniformity(Default Makesthebrightnessandcolorofthewholescreenuniform.Thebrightnessofahigh setting) graduationareaisalsocorrectedsoitisuniform.Selectthissettingtoprioritizethe uniformityoverthelevelsofthebrightnessandcontrastinthehighgradationarea. Attention • To change the DUE setting, the adjusted monitor display must be readjusted. Perform the target adjustment again using ColorNavigator or ColorNavigator Elements.
3-10. Reset to default The setting values are reset to the default settings. Attention • After resetting, you cannot undo the operation. Note • Regarding the default setting, see “Main Default Settings” (page 47). ● To reset the color adjustments The setting values are reset to the default settings.
Chapter 4 SelfCorrection This product is equipped with a built-in correction sensor. The conditions that have been adjusted using ColorNavigator and the measurement device, or ColorNavigator Elements can be maintained. As the adjustment targets or interval times for SelfCorrection are set in advance using ColorNavigator or ColorNavigator Elements, the built-in correction sensor automatically executes regular display correction.
Chapter 5 Power Saving Functions 5-1. Setting Power Save This function allows you to set the monitor into the power saving mode according to the PC status. When the monitor has shifted to the power saving mode, the images on the screen are not displayed. Attention •...
5-2. Enabling/Disabling Automatic Brightness Adjustment The ambient light sensor on the front side of the monitor detects the environmental brightness to adjust the screen brightness automatically and comfortably by using the Auto EcoView function. Attention • Be careful not to block the ambient light sensor on the lower side of the monitor when using the Auto EcoView function. •...
5-5. Setting DisplayPort Power Save This function allows you to change the power setting of the DisplayPort of the monitor. Attention • For the “On” setting, the position of the window may be changed when the signal is switched. In such a case, turn the setting to “Off”.
Chapter 6 Troubleshooting If a problem still remains after applying the suggested remedies, contact your local EIZO representative. 6-1. No picture Problem Possible cause and remedy 1. No picture • Checkwhetherthepowercordisconnectedproperly. • Powerindicatordoesnotlight. • Press . • Turnthemainpowerswitchon. • Turnoffthemainpower,andthenturnitonagainafew...
6-2. Imaging problems Problem Possible cause and remedy 1. The screen is too bright or too dark. • Use“Brightness”intheAdjustmentmenutoadjustit.(The LCDmonitorbacklighthasalimitedlifespan.)Whenthe screenbecomesdarkorbeginstoflicker,contactyour localEIZOrepresentative.) 2. Characters are blurred. • CheckwhetherthePCisconfiguredtomeettheresolution andverticalscanfrequencyrequirementsofthemonitor (see“2-1.CompatibleResolutions”(page15)). • Use“OutlineEnhancer”intheAdjustmentmenutoadjust it(see“Toenhanceoutlineofimage”(page21)). 3. Afterimages appear. • AfterimagesareparticulartoLCDmonitors.Avoid displayingthesameimageforalongtime. • Usethescreensaverorpowersavingfunctiontoavoid...
3. The monitor connected with the USB cable • CheckwhethertheUSBcableisconnectedcorrectly(see is not detected. / USB devices connected “7-3.MakingUseofUSB(UniversalSerialBus)”(page44)). to the monitor does not work. • Checkthe“Tools”–“USBSelection”settingsunder theSettingmenu(see“3-8.SwitchingUSBPort Automatically”(page30)). • ChangetheUSBporttoanotherone.IfthePCor peripheraldevicesworkscorrectlybychangingtheUSB port,contactyourlocalEIZOrepresentative.(Refertothe manualofthePCfordetails.) • RebootthePC. • IftheperipheraldevicesworkcorrectlywhenthePCand peripheraldevicesareconnecteddirectly,pleasecontact yourlocalEIZOrepresentative. • CheckwhetherthePCandOSareUSBcompliant.(For USBcomplianceoftherespectivedevices,consulttheir manufacturers.) • CheckthePC’sBIOSsettingforUSBwhenusing...
6-4. Built-in correction sensor and SelfCorrection problems Problem Possible cause and remedy 1. The built-in correction sensor does not • Turnoffthemainpower,andthenturnitonagainafew come out/stays out. minuteslater. • Ifaproblemstillremainsafterapplyingthesuggested remedies,contactyourlocalEIZOrepresentative. 2. SelfCorrection cannot be executed. • CheckwhethertheColorNavigatorlicenseiscertified. (See“TouseColorNavigator/ColorNavigatorElements” (page10).) • SettheSelfCorrectiontargetusingColorNavigatoror ColorNavigatorElements. 3. SelfCorrection failure • Refertotheerrorcodetable.Ifanerrorcodethatdoes...
An optional arm (or an optional stand) can be attached by removing the stand section. Please refer to our web site for the corresponding optional arm (or optional stand). http://www.eizo.com Attention • When attaching an arm or stand, follow the instructions of their User’s Manual.
7-2. Connecting Multiple External Devices The product has multiple connections to external devices and allows you to switch to one of the connections for display. Connection examples DisplayPort DVI-Dconnector HDMIconnector connector Digital Digital Digital (DisplayPort) (HDMI) (DVI) Signalcable HDMIcable Signalcable (suppliedPM200) (Commercially...
● To switch among input signals The input signal switches each time is pressed. When the signal is switched, the active input port name appears at the top right corner of the screen. ● To set input signal selection “Input Selection” Settings Function Auto...
7-3. Making Use of USB (Universal Serial Bus) This monitor has a USB hub. Connected to a PC compatible with USB, this monitor functions as a USB hub allowing connection to peripheral USB devices. ● System Requirement • A PC equipped with a USB port. •...
• The usage time is not always “0” when you purchase the monitor due to factory inspection. • If “ColorNavigator License” in the monitor information screen is “Not Registered”, the ColorNavigator license must be purchased and registered to the monitor. For the purchase of the license, contact your local EIZO representative. Chapter7Reference...
Chapter 8 Glossary Adobe RGB This is a definition of the practical RGB color space proposed by Adobe Systems in 1998. The color reproduction range (color gamut) is broader than sRGB, and is highly adaptable to such fields as printing etc. Color Space YUV and RGB, etc.
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HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) HDMI is a digital interface standard, developed for consumer electrical appliance or AV device. This standard is issued on the basis of the DVI standard which is one of an interface specification for the connection between a PC and a monitor. The projected image, sound and control signal without compressed enable to be transmitted with one cable.
EIZO, the EIZO Logo, ColorEdge, DuraVision, FlexScan, FORIS, RadiCS, RadiForce, RadiNET, Raptor, and ScreenManager are registered trademarks of EIZO NANAO CORPORATION in Japan and other countries. ColorNavigator, EcoView NET, EIZO EasyPIX, EIZO ScreenSlicer, i • Sound, Screen Administrator, and UniColor Pro are trademarks of EIZO NANAO CORPORATION.
Hinweise zur Auswahl des richtigen Schwenkarms für Ihren Monitor Dieser Monitor ist für Bildschirmarbeitsplätze vorgesehen. Wenn nicht der zum Standardzubehör gehörige Schwenkarm verwendet wird, muss statt dessen ein geeigneter anderer Schwenkarm installiert werden. Bei der Auswahl des Schwenkarms sind die nachstehenden Hinweise zu berücksichtigen: Der Standfuß...
Cuando desee deshacerse de este producto, póngase en contacto con un distribuidor o una fi lial de su país. Encontrará las direcciones de contacto en el sitio web de EIZO que se indica a continuación. http://www.eizo.com Informazioni sul riciclaggio Per lo smaltimento e il riciclaggio del presente prodotto, attenersi alle normative vigenti nel proprio paese per ridurre l’impatto ambientale.
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