USER MANUAL NVIS LCD Display Models 15.0” Display United States: Nauticomp International 1200 NE 7 Avenue Fort Lauderdale Florida, United States 33304 p: +1 954 235 4875 f: +1-705-328-2990 URL: www.nauticomp.com E-Mail: sales@nauticomp.com Page 1 of 30...
TABLE OF CONTENTS 1 GENERAL Forward Display Description…………………………………………………………………………………………..3 Contents of the Package………………………………………………………………………………….. 4 Warnings………………………………………………………………………………………………………..5 Important Information…………………………………………………………………………………….. 5 INSTALLATION Handling Precautions Planning Power Requirements Grounding DC Power Connections Extending the Power Cable Cable Runs Display Location EMC Guidelines……………………………………………………………………………………………… 9 2.10 Mechanical Installation – Display 2.11 Electrical Installation –...
All Displays are designed for operation from an external regulated 24V DC supply. Each NVIS LCD Display is shipped with a 1 Year Limited Warranty 100% parts and labour. Page 3 of 30...
Each Display is shipped with: Description Part Number Qty Remarks Power Cable 23-LTWPOWER Feed from Nauticomp Power Supply: Display input 2pin (RED) connector – Length approx. 10’ (3m). Display - Mounting Kit 23-HARDWARE 1 Kit Power Supply 24V DC 00-0308 9-30V DC input.
However, our policy of continuous improvement and updating may change product specifications without prior notice. As a result, unavoidable differences between the product and handbook may occur from time to time. Nauticomp cannot accept liability for any inaccuracies or omissions it may contain.
INSTALLATION Handling Precautions The casing of the Display gives good protection to its internal components. To prevent damage to the LCD Display, it is important to observe a few simple precautions. 2.1.1 Unpack your display carefully to prevent damage. 2.1.2 Save the carton and packing in case you need to return the Display for service. 2.1.3 If the surface is soiled, wipe lightly with clean absorbent cotton or other soft cloth.
DC power distribution panel. Nauticomp recommends that power be fed directly to the Nauticomp Power Supply via its own dedicated cable system. An in-line fuse is required to be installed on the positive (+) feed going to the Nauticomp provided power supply.
INSTALLATION continued… Cable Runs Consider the following before installing the Display: 2.7.1 All cables should be adequately secured, protected from physical damage and protected from exposure to heat. Avoid running cables through bilges, doorways, or close to moving / hot objects.
Provide additional shading. EMC Guidelines All Nauticomp Displays and accessories are designed to the best industry standards for use in the rugged electronic environment. The design and manufacture conforms to the appropriate Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) standards (Section 1.4.5 refers), but correct installation is required to ensure that performance is not compromised.
Step 2 Refer to the cut-out dimensions supplied in the package, make a cut-out in the mounting location and drill holes for Surface bolts. Step 3 Install bolts in rear of display then place your NVIS Display into the cut-out. Step 4 Install ‘Wing nuts’ (x4) on bolts on rear of display.
INSTALLATION continued… 2.11 Electrical Installation - Display 2.11.1 Cabling – Electrical Supply Step 1 Connect input voltage wires from the Nauticomp Power Supply to the vessels power supply. Example: On DC systems connect the wire to the positive and the BLACK wire to the negative.
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INSTALLATION continued… 2.11.2 Cabling – Connections 2.11.2.1 Power output from the provided Nauticomp Power Supply is to be 24V DC. Please check voltage before connecting to the Display for the first time. 2.11.2.2 To aid installation ALL circular connectors on the display are colour coded and labelled to match corresponding interface cables.
INSTALLATION continued… 2.12 Recommendations for VGA/DVI Source All Nauticomp Displays comply with VESA DDC1/2B Windows Plug and Play. No driver disks are required. A computer running Windows 2000, XP and later versions may interrogate the display for its technical characteristics. For best results Nauticomp recommends that you set the PC or device to match the “native”...
Switch Layout Switch – Primary Control Function Turns the NVIS feature ON and OFF. Up position is ON down position is OFF. Turns the Touch feature ON and OFF. Up position is ON down position is OFF. Page 14 of 30...
3.2.1 Momentarily pressing button 3 (Menu button) activates the Display’s OSD. When this is done the monitor displays the NVIS Menu - In Menu Mode other functions for button 3 are: Access / Select / Save. Refer to table section 3.3 3.2.2 In Menu Mode the functions of buttons 1 &...
OPERATION continued… Input Menu Input Menu - As viewed on Display INPUT - Functionality… OPTION FUNCTION DESCRIPTION MAIN SOURCE Signal Inputs: Select one (1) Signal Input source to be viewed in the Main Screen. EXIT Page 16 of 30...
OPERATION continued… Light Menu Light Menu - As viewed on Display… LIGHT - Functionality… OPTION FUNCTION ILLUSTRATION Adjusts the LCD BRIGHTNESS Panel Brightness (not Backlight) Adjusts the LCD CONTRAST Panel Contrast Note: When you select an OPTION - The above corresponding ‘Adjust Bar’ appears along the bottom of the OSD. Page 17 of 30...
OPERATION continued… Color Menu Color Menu - As viewed on Display… COLOR - Functionality… OPTIONS FUNCTION ILLUSTRATION Automatically adjusts color Auto settings for display. Automatically adjusts the Color RGB settings for the display Adjust the color Temp temperature of the display Exit Note: When you select an OPTION - The above corresponding ‘Adjust Bar’...
OPERATION continued… Image Menu Image Menu - As viewed on Display… IMAGE - Functionality… OPTION FUNCTION DESCRIPTION / ILLUSTRATION AUTO Automatically adjusts the image position WIDTH Adjust the width of the image IMAGE Adjusts the image H POSITIION Adjusts the image left and right V POSITION Adjusts the image up and down EXIT...
OPERATION continued… Tools Menu Tools Menu - As viewed on Display… TOOLS - Functionality… OPTION FUNCTION ILLUSTRATION Select to change settings of the RESET Resets to factory defaults COLOR Resets to factory default color Resets to factory default position Adjusts the sharpness of the SHARP display EXIT...
OPERATION continued… Tools Menu - OSD OSD - Functionality… OPTION FUNCTION ILLUSTRATION Adjusts the time out of the TIME Adjusts the OSD Horizontal H POSITION Position Adjusts the OSD Vertical V POSITION Position Adjusts the Direction of DIRECTION the OSD EXIT Note: When you select an OPTION - The above corresponding ‘Adjust Bar’...
4.1.1 Check all cable connectors on the rear of the display to ensure they are secured. 4.1.2 Check the cable connectors on the external Nauticomp Power Supply. Inspect for corrosion on all connections – Terminal contacts must be tightly fastened.
(Section 2.9 refers), to enable you to ensure minimum interaction between different items of equipment, i.e. ensure optimum Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC). 4.2.4 Always report any EMC-related problem to your Nauticomp dealer. We use such information to improve our quality standards.
If you still have a problem after referring to the table below, contact Nauticomp Technical Services Department for further advice.
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TROUBLESHOOTING continued… Symptom Cause Possible Solution Screen Blacking Out? Excessive UV Rays If LCD does black out the Display needs to be shaded until picture returns to normal. …Once the affected area’s temperature decreases normal operation will resume. Display seems dim? Backlight Brightness to a) In high ambient light conditions adjust the LCD panel Brightness &...
Nauticomp warrants each new NVIS LCD Display to be of good materials and workmanship. Nauticomp or its approved agents will repair or exchange under warranty any parts proven to be defective in material or workmanship under normal use, for a period of 1 Years/12 months from date of shipment from Nauticomp.
Return of Goods Information (RMA) Obtaining Warranty Service In the event of Warranty service being required, contact Nauticomp directly. A suitable proof of purchase, showing date, place of purchase, and serial number must be made available to Nauticomp or authorized service agent at the time of request for Warranty service.
APPENDIX continued… Contact Details United States: Nauticomp International. 1200 NE 7 Avenue. Ft Lauderdale, Florida, 33304. Tel: +1 954 235 4875 Nauticomp Inc. is fully accredited ISO 9001:2000 Company INTERTEK Certification Nº 4546 Page 28 of 30...
APPENDIX continued… 6.6 Product Notes: Page 29 of 30...
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