Regulatory Information Class B FCC Declaration of Conformance Trade Name Silicon Graphics, Inc. Product Monitor Model Number CMN014 Date of Conformance May, 2001 Responsible Party Silicon Graphics, Inc. Address 2011 North Shoreline Boulevard Mountain View, California 94043-1389 Telephone (650) 933-1071 This equipment complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Electromagnetic Emissions This device complies with the Class B limits of Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: • This device may not cause harmful interference. • This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
The monitor that you purchase from Silicon Graphics has shielded cables. Shielded cables reduce the possibility of interference with radio, television, and other devices. If you use any cables that are not from Silicon Graphics, make sure they are shielded. Telephone cables do not need to be shielded.
Table of Contents Introduction Introduction Important Precautions Connecting the Display Installation Operation Location and Function of Controls Control Panel Function On Screen Display (OSD) Control Adjustment On Screen Display(OSD) Selection and Adjustment Technical Information Energy Saving Design Low Radiation Compliance (MPR II), Self Diagnostics Messages and DDC (Display Data Channel) Video Memory Modes Troubleshooting...
Flat Panel Display has an active matrix TFT (Thin-Film Transistor) LCD (Liquid Crystal Display). Features The F180 is a 18.1-inch (18.1 inches viewable) intelligent microprocessor based display. Two signal ports (Dsub port and DVI-I port) on the rear panel allow 2 connections to 2 computers at a time.
Introduction Important Precautions This unit has been engineered and manufactured to assure your personal safety, but improper use can result in potential electrical shock or fire hazard. In order not to defeat the safeguards incorporated in this display, observe the following basic rules for its installation, use, and servicing.
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For the best image quality use the VESA 1280 x1024 @60Hz video mode with your Silicon Graphics F180 flat panel display. Other resolutions or timing modes may result in the image being scaled or processed in ways that can cause a degradation in sharpness.
Installation Connecting the Display To set up the display, ensure that the power is turned off to the display, computer system, and other attached devices, then follow these steps: Place the display in a convenient, well-ventilated location near your computer. Connect the signal cable.
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Installation Connecting the Display Figure 2 Dsub Power Cord AC adapter Signal Cable Connect one end of the AC power cord to the AC adapter and the other end to a properly grounded AC outlet that is easily accessible and close to the display. Power on the display, then the system.
Operation Location and Function of Controls Front View Power Button MENU SELECT Power Indicator MENU Button SELECT Button Buttons Rear View DVI port Dsub Signal port DC Power port...
Operation Control Panel Function Front Panel Controls Buttons Power Button MENU Button Use these buttons to choose Use this button to turn Use this button or adjust items in the on the display on or off. to enter or exit screen display.
Operation On Screen Display (OSD) Control Adjustment Making adjustments to the image size, position and operating parameters of the display are quick and easy with the On Screen Display Control system. A quick example is given below to familiarize you with the use of the controls. Following the section is an outline of the available adjustments and selections you can make using the OSD.
Operation On Screen Display(OSD) Selection and Adjustment MENU SELECT Listed below are the OSD menu icon descriptions. MENU SELECT OSD Adjust Description Brightness BRIGHTNESS/CONTRAST BRIGHTNESS / CONTRAST Adjust display brightness. Contrast Adjust display contrast. PRESET 9300K/6500K COLOR Select preset display color temperature COLOR settings.
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Operation On Screen Display(OSD) Selection and Adjustment MENU SELECT SELECT MENU OSD Adjust Description LANGUAGE To choose the language in which SETUP the control names are displayed. LANGUAGE ENGLISH FULL IMAGE SIZE AUTO IMAGE SIZE Choose 1:1 to display the image OSD POSITION SIGNAL DSUB ANALOG...
Technical Information Energy Saving Design This display complies with the EPA's Energy Star program, which is a program designed to have manufacturers of computer equipment build circuitry into their products to reduce power consumption during periods of inactivity. This display also goes into its energy saving mode if you exceed the display's operating limits, such as the maximum resolution of 1280x1024 or the frequency refresh rates of 30-80kHz horizontal or 56-85Hz vertical.
Technical Information Low Radiation Compliance (MPR II), Self Diagnostics Messages and DDC (Display Data Channel) Low Radiation Compliance This display meets one of the strictest guidelines available today for low radiation emissions, offering the user extra shielding and an antistatic (MPR II) screen coating.
Technical Information Video Memory Modes The display has 26 memory locations for display modes, 15 of which are factory preset to popular video modes. Display Modes Horizontal Freq. Vertical Freq. Display Modes (Resolution) (kHz) (Resolution) (Hz) 31.469 640 x 350 31.468 720 x 400 31.469...
Technical Information Troubleshooting Check the following before calling for service. Display Position is incorrect. Select AUTO from the OSD menu, and press to activate the function. If the results are unsatisfactory, adjust the image position using the H position and V position icon in the on screen display. On the screen background, vertical bars or stripes are visible.
Technical Information Service Unplug the display from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel when : The power cord or plug is damaged or frayed. Liquid has been spilled into the display. The display has been exposed to rain or water. The display does not operate normally following the operating instructions.
Technical Information Specifications 15pin VGA Connector Signal Connector Signal(D-Sub) Signal(D-Sub) Pin Assignment Red Video N.C. Green Video Sync.Ground Blue Video Ground Ground SDA (DDC Data) Ground H. Sync. Red Ground V. Sync. Green Ground SCL (DDC Clock) Blue Ground NOTE No.5 Pin must be grounded on the PC side.
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Technical Information Specifications Display Type 18.1inch (45.97cm) Flat Panel Active matrix-TFT LCD Anti-Glare coating Viewable Size 18.1inch (45.97cm) Viewing Angle (max.) 80˚ (Left / Right / Up / Down) Pixel pitch 0.28 x 0.28mm True color 16.7 million color Sync Input Horizontal Freq.
Appendix Regulatory Information Congratulations! You have just purchased a TCO’95 approved and labelled product! Your choice has provided you with a product developed for professional use. Your purchase has also contributed to reducing the burden on the environment and to the further development of environmentally-adapted electronic products.
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Appendix Regulatory Information The requirements cover a wide range of issues: environment, ergonomics, usability, emission of electrical and magnetic fields, energy consumption and electrical and fire safety. The environmental demands concern, among other things, restriction on the presence and use of heavy metals, brominated and chlorinated flame retardants, CFCs (freons), and chlorinated solvents.
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Appendix Regulatory Information TCO’95 Environmental Brominated flame retardants are present in printed circuit boards, cabling, casings, and housings, and are added to delay the spread of fire. Requirements Up to 30% of the plastic in a computer casing can consist of flame- retardant substances.
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Appendix Regulatory Information Shipping Package The packaging material can be recycled, or you can save it to return the display to a service center for repair or disposal. CFC Compounds in Distribution Packaging Cushioning material used for shipping finished monitors are not manufactured with nor do they contain any CFC compounds.
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