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®
Displays
GDO 18 Series
18" TFT LCD Flat-panel Displays
GDO 18: 18" Flat-panel Display
GDO 18-T: GDO 18 w/ Resistive
Touchscreen
USER’S MANUAL
VER. 1 • 2002
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CyberResearch , Inc.
www.cyberresearch.com
25 Business Park Dr., Branford, CT 06405 USA
203-483-8815 (9am to 5pm EST) FAX: 203-483-9024
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©Copyright 2002 All Rights Reserved. 2002 The information in this document is subject to change without prior notice in order to improve reliability, design, and function and does not represent a commitment on the part of CyberResearch, Inc. In no event will CyberResearch, Inc. be liable for direct, indirect, special, incidental, or consequential damages arising out of the use of or inability to use the product or documentation, even if advised of the possibility of such d
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PREFACE FCC Compliance Statement Note: 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. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interf
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User’s Manual Class B ITE (Following European Standard EN 50082-2) Radio Frequency Interference Statement Warning: This is a Class B product. In a domestic environment, this product may cause radio interference in which case the user may be required to take adequate measures. Canadian Doc Notice For Class B Computing Devices This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise emissions from digital apparatus as set out in the Radio Interference Regulation of the Canadian
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User’s Manual Important Safety Instructions Please read the following instructions carefully. This manual should be retained for future use. 1. To clean the LCD monitor screen, first, make sure the monitor is in the Power Off mode. Unplug the monitor from its power source before cleaning it. Do not spray liquid cleaners directly onto the unit. Stand away from the LCD monitor and spray cleaning solution onto a rag. Without applying excessive pressure, clean the screen with the slightly dampened
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User’s Manual • The monitor has been dropped or the case has been damaged. vi
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User’s Manual TABLE OF CONTENTS CHAPTER 1 ................................................................................................................................1 The LCD Monitor.........................................................................................1 Your New LCD Monitor.................................................................................1 Unpacking..................................................................................................1 Identifyin
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User’s Manual TABLE OF FIGURES Figure 1-1: The LCD Monitor Panel and Controls ________________3 Figure 1-2: LCD Monitor’s Rear Ports _________________________4 Figure 1-3: Angle Settings____________________________________6 Figure 1-4: Connecting Power to the LCD Monitor________________7 Figure 1-5: Connecting the LCD Monitor to the PC _______________8 Figure 1-6: Connecting the Stereo Speakers______________________9 Figure 1-7: Connecting the Optional Touchscreen Cable___________10 Figure 2-1:
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CHAPTER 1 The LCD Monitor Your new LCD Monitor Your LCD monitor has been designed to be versatile, ergonomic and user-friendly. The LCD monitor is capable of displaying most standards, from 640 x 480 VGA to 1280 x 1024 SXGA. The digital controls located on the front panel allow the user to easily adjust the monitor’s display parameters. The LCD monitor’s small footprint allows you more room in your workspace for other peripherals. Lightweight and compact, the LCD monitor is the perfect soluti
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User’s Manual Using a computer for an extended period of time with a poor workstation set-up and incorrect working habits can cause health problems. The science of ergonomics studies the relationship between health and a suitable working environment. There is a section on ergonomics at the end of this chapter. For more information on ergonomics, contact your nearest computer bookstore, or local library. The Internet also has information on this and other subjects. After you unpack your LCD m
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User’s Manual Figure 1-1: The LCD Monitor Panel and Controls 1. LCD Screen The RGB LCD monitor screen is capable of producing most display standards. 2. Function Control Buttons These two buttons allow you to select one of the control functions. Press either the upper or lower control button to scroll through the menu items. 3. Adjustment Control Buttons These two buttons allow you to adjust the selected control function to accommodate your specific working environment. Press the upper butto
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User’s Manual 5. Power-On Indicator This LED indicator lights when the power is on. The LED indicator will blink when the LCD monitor is in Power Saving mode. 6. Monitor Swivel Base The monitor swivel base supports the LCD panel and changes the monitor angles. 7. Stereo Speakers You can connect your PC’s Audio Out port to the LCD monitor’s Audio In port and listen to your PC’s audio output with these speakers. The LCD Monitor — Rear View Figure 1-2: LCD Monitor’s Rear Ports 1. Input Signal Por
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User’s Manual 2. AC Power Connector Connect the power cable to this AC power connector. 3. PS/2-Type Connector for Touchscreen (optional) Connect this PS/2 6-pin connector to your PC’s RS-232 9-pin serial port connector to use the optional touchscreen. A PS/2 to RS-232 cable is provided with the optional touchscreen package. To install the optional touchscreen driver, see the ELO 18" Touchscreen Guide on the driver CD, or contact CyberResearch . 4. Audio Line In Connect your PC’s Line Out to
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User’s Manual Figure 1-3: Angle Settings Do not force the monitor past its maximum extension in either direction. You could damage the monitor and the monitor stand. Positioning Take a moment to prepare a suitable place to set up your workstation. You need a stable, flat dust-free surface with good ventilation. Even though the LCD monitor has been designed using components that don’t use much power, they still generate quite a bit of heat. Set up your LCD monitor so that the screen doesn’t f
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User’s Manual • Do not place the LCD monitor in direct sunlight or near a window. Moisture and direct sunlight exposure can be seriously damaging. Connecting AC Power Please refer to the following instructions for connecting AC power to the LCD monitor. 1. Plug the female end of the power cable into the AC power connector. Plug the male end of the power cord into a wall socket. The plug on the power cable will vary according to the electrical standard in your area. Please refer to Figure
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User’s Manual Figure 1-5: Connecting the LCD Monitor to the PC 3. If your PC has a graphic card with a 24-pin DVI connector, you should connect it with the digital 24-pin DVI signal cable. 4. Make sure the signal cable head is securely connected to the VGA port of your PC. Tighten the connecting screws to ensure a secure connection. 5. Turn on your computer and LCD monitor. If both analog (15-pin D-sub VGA) and digital (24-pin DVI) input ports are connected at the same time, the signal input
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User’s Manual 2. Connect the other end of the 1.5M sound cable to the LCD monitor’s line-in jack. Please refer to Figure 1-6. Figure 1-6: Connecting the Stereo Speakers 3. You can adjust the sound volume of the stereo speakers by using the speaker volume control function on the OSD (On-Screen Display). Please refer to the next chapter for details. Connecting the Optional Touchscreen Your LCD monitor has an optional touchscreen feature. If your LCD monitor has this feature, connect the LCD
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User’s Manual Figure 1-7: Connecting the Optional Touchscreen Cable 2. Connect the D-sub 9-pin RS-232 connector end of the PS/2 to RS-232 cable provided with the optional touchscreen package to the 9-pin RS-232 serial port at the back of your PC. Please refer to Figure 1-7. 3. Install the Touchscreen drivers to your PC. 4. Following the Touchscreen driver guide to align your touchscreen positioning. Power Management System The LCD monitor complies with the VESA DPMS (version 1.0p) power mana
