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MultiSync A500/A700
User’s Manual
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Declaration of the Importer We hereby certify that the color monitors MultiSync A500 JC-1576VMB MultiSync A700 JC-1736VMB MultiSync A700 JC-1736VMB-1 are in compliance with Council Directive 73/23/EEC: - EN 60950 Council Directive 89/336/EEC: - EN 55022 - EN 60555-2 - EN 60555-3 - EN 50082-1 (IEC 801-2) (IEC 801-3) (IEC 801-4) and marked with NEC Europe Ltd. Ismaning Office Steinheilstraße 4-6 D-85737 Ismaning, Germany
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Safety Instruction Caution: When operating the JC-1576VMB/JC-1736VMB/JC-1736VMB-1 with a 220-240V AC power source in Europe except UK, use the power cord provided with the monitor. In UK, a BS approved power cord with moulded plug has a Black (five Amps) fuse installed for use with this equipment. If a power cord is not supplied with this equipment please contact your supplier. When operating the JC-1736VMR with a 220-240V AC power source in Australia, use the power cord provided with the monito
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Introduction E - 1 Introduction Congratulations on your purchase of the MultiSync A500/A700 colour Monitor! The MultiSync A500/A700 monitor includes Microsoft’s Plug and Play, NEC’s ErgoDesign properties, the On Screen Manager (OSM), as well as all the unique features you expect from MultiSync Monitors. The MultiSync technology provides you with automatic compatibility with multiple operating platforms and a vast array of graphics standards allowing resolution upgrades without upgrading the moni
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E - 2 Introduction system its identification and capabilities. The system will then select its highest resolution and refresh rate to take advantage of your MultiSync monitor. ErgoDesign The MultiSync ErgoDesign features enhance human ergonomics (human and earth conditions). MultiSync monitor’s ErgoDesign will improve the working environment, protect the health of the user and save money. ErgoDesign parallels the strict European standards of power management and reduced emissions: – automatic d
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Introduction E - 3 Power Management Signalling (DPMS) method, which is endorsed by the EPA, is the power-down process a system should use to communicate to the monitor to save power. Power-down functions can be utilised only with an Energy Star system or video card which adheres to the VESA DPMS standard. By using the monitor’s horizontal and vertical SYNC signals, the monitor can be prompted into the different IPM modes. The following is the description of the LED indicator for the IPM power-sa
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E - 4 Introduction Multiple Frequency Technology Multiple Frequency Technology automatically adjusts the monitor to the video card’s scanning frequency, displaying the resolution you desire. The MultiSync A500/A700 color monitor also supports multiple operating platforms such as PC compatible, Macintosh family and workstation systems. Increased refresh rates at all resolutions provide a flicker-free image. The clearer image is easier on your eyes and extends your viewing time. A wide range of g
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Contents of the Package E - 5 Contents of the Package Included with your MultiSync A500/A700 color monitor are the following items: – MultiSync A500 (JC-1576VMB) / A700 (JC-1736VMB/B-1/R) – Power cord – User’s manual Recommended use For optimum performance when setting up and using the MultiSync A500/A700 colour monitor, please note the following: – The optimum monitor position is away from direct sunlight. – Place the monitor just below eye level for the ideal viewing angle. – Allow adequate ve
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E - 6 Recommended use – Keep the monitor away from high capacity transformers, electric motors and other devices which may create strong magnetic fields. – Use the monitor in a clean, dry area. – Handle with care when transporting. – We recommend to adjust the brightness in a way that the background raster disappears. – For ergonomical reasons we recommend not to use the position of the maximum contrast control. – For ergonomical reasons the preset size and position is recommended with the stand
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Quick Start E - 7 Quick Start The following chart summarises the connection process for the MultiSync A500/A700. For more details please turn to the following pages if you are connecting to an IBM compatible, Macintosh compatible or other systems. Is the computer a Macintosh Yes Use the optional MultiSync Computer? Mac adapter to attach the monitors signal cable to the No Macintosh video output. Attach the signal cable of the moni- tor to the video board/Mac adapter. Connect the power cord of t
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E - 8 Connection to Your Personal Computer Connection to Your Personal Computer The MultiSync A500/A700 color monitor complements NEC computers, PC compatibles, Macintosh and Macintosh compatibles. For the PC: Your system has one of two configurations: – the video controller is built into the computer – the video controller is in the form of a display card (sometimes referred to as the graphics card, video adapter or graphics board) Both configurations have a video connector (or a CRT PORT on l
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On-Screen Manager (OSM ) E - 9 To attach the MultiSync A500/A700 monitor to your system, follow these instructions: 1. Turn off the power to your computer and MultiSync monitor. 2. If necessary, install the display card. For more information, refer to the display card manual. 3. For the PC: Connect the MultiSync A500/A700 monitor’s video cable to the display card’s connector on the computer. Tighten screws on all connectors. Connect the MultiSync Macintosh Cable For the Mac: Adapter to the moni
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E - 10 On-Screen Manager (OSM ) OSM buttons on the front of the monitor function as follows: PROCEED Moves the highlighted tab right to select one of the control menus and loops around. CONTROL Moves the highlighted icon left/right to select one of the controls CONTROL+/- Moves the bar in the + or – direction to increase or decrease the value of the selected control. RESET Resets the selected control to the factory setting EXIT Exits OSM OSM Elements: Highlight: Indicates the selected menu i
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OSM Menus E - 11 OSM Menus OSM’s menu control tabs give you an overview of the selection of controls available. When OSM is activated, tabs are displayed at the top of the menu. Select the desired tab/menu using the PROCEED button. The icons control the following: ab Brightness/Contrast Control a BRIGHTNESS: Adjusts the overall image and background screen brightness. bCONTRAST: Adjusts the image brightness in relation to the background. de Size and Position Moves the image horizontally (left or
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E - 12 OSM Menus pq Geometry Controls The Geometry controls allow you to adjust the curvature or angle of the sides of your display. u IN/OUT (pincushion): increases or decreases the curvature of the sides either inward or outward. r LEFT/RIGHT (pincushion balance): increases or decreases the curvature of the sides either to the left or right. q TILT (parallelogram): increases or decreases the tilt of the sides either to the left or right. p ALIGN (trapezoidal): increases or decreases the bottom
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Troubleshooting/Support E - 13 @ FACTORY PRESET: Selecting Factory Preset allows you to reset all OSM settings except IPM OFF MODE back to the factory settings. Individual settings can be reset by highlighting the control to be reset and pressing the RESET button. Troubleshooting/Support Problem Check These Items No Picture The video card should be completely seated in its slot. Power Switch and computer power switch should be in the ON position. The signal cable should be completely connected t
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E - 14 Specifications Problem Check These Items Display image is not Use the OSM Size and Position controls to adjust centered, too smaIl, or the image. too large Color looks blotchy Adjust the Brightness, then Contrast Controls. Access the Degauss Control through OSM. Activate the Degauss Control. CAUTION: A minimum interval of 20 minutes should exist before the Degauss Control is used a second time. Specifications Picture Tube A500: 38 cm (15 inch) flat square CRT, 35 cm (13.8 inch) viewable i
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Specifications E - 15 Active Display Horizontal 270 mm (A500) Area*** (Factory 306 mm (A700) Setting) Vertical 202 mm (A500) 230 mm (A700) Active Display Horizontal 280 mm (A500) Area*** (Full 316 mm (A700) Scan) Vertical 210 mm (A500) 237 mm (A700) Rated Voltage AC 220-240 V 50/60 Hz Rated Current 0.9 A (A500) 0.8 A (A700) Dimensions W x H x D 372 x 402 x 402 mm (A500) 700) 403 x 427 x 440 mm (A 500) 18.5 kg (A700) Weight 15.1 kg (A Environmental Operating Temperature 0° C to + 35° C Considerat
