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TM PCXBV-Ux Multi-Scanning Color Monitor Installation Guide Order Number: ER − XBVUX − IM. A01 Digital Equipment Corporation Maynard, Massachusetts[...]
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February 1996 The information in this document is subject to change without notice and should not be construed as a commitment by Digital Equipment Corporation. Restricted Rights: Use, duplication, or disclosure by the U.S. Government is subject to restrictions as set forth in subparagraph (c) (1) (ii) of the Rights in Technical Data and Computer S[...]
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iii Contents Introduction Overview .................................................................................... 1 DDC (Display Data Channel) ................................................ 2 Installation Installation/Operation Guidelines ................................................ 2 Monitor Installation ...............................[...]
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iv Tables Table 1 User Controls and Functions ........................................ 5 Table 2 User Controls Used With Arrow Buttons ....................... 6 Table 3 Identifying and Correcting Problems .............................. 8 Table 4 Display Modes and Addressability ................................ 10 Table 5 Monitor Specifications.....[...]
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1 Introduction Overview The PCXBV-Ux Monitor is a 17-inch, 15.7 viewable, multi-scanning color monitor with high resolution, compatible with VGA, SVGA, 1024 x 768, and 1280 x 1024 modes. The PCXBV-Ux offers the following features: • 1280 x 1024 non-interlaced mode. • Power Management system that exceeds EPA ENERGY STAR™ requirements for savin[...]
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2 DDC (Display Data Channel) DDC is a communication channel over which the monitor automatically informs the host system about its capabilities. DDC uses a formerly unconnected signal pin in the 15-pin VGA connector. The system will perform the “Plug ‘n Play” feature if both the monitor and the host implement DDC protocol. Installation Instal[...]
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3 Monitor Installation To connect your monitor: 1. Make sure the power to the monitor and the computer is off. 2. Connect the signal cable to the monitor then to the 15-pin interface connector on the High Resolution Graphic Video Adapter on the back of the computer. 3. Plug the ac power cord to the monitor, then to a properly-grounded ac electrical[...]
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4 Turn On Power to Monitor Push the power switch button ( 3 ) to turn on the monitor. The power indicator LED ( 2 ) should light green. For screen alignment, use the monitor controls ( 1 ). DE C00802 1 23 Figure 3. Monitor Control Panel[...]
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5 Monitor Adjustments Figure 4 shows the monitor adjustment controls. Some of the controls (1) have two functions. Press the button once or Function 1; press the button again for Function 2. Tables 1 and 2 define these functions. The monitor saves your settings four seconds after your last adjustment. DEC008 03 1 s t / 2 n d C O L O R T E M P Figur[...]
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6 Table 2. User Controls Used With Arrow Buttons Icon Name With Function 1 Function 2 Position (H/V) Adjusts horizontal position. Selects user or preset modes. Position (H/V) ▼▲ Adjusts vertical position. Pages through list of modes. Size (H/V) Adjusts horizontal size. Displays information on the specifications. Size (H/V) ▼▲ Adjusts vertic[...]
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7 Servicing Cleaning the Monitor To clean the monitor: 1. Unplug the monitor. 2. Clean the monitor with a soft, slightly damp cloth. Do not use an aerosol cleaner directly on the screen. _____________________ CAUTION __________________________ Do not use benzene, thinner, or any volatile substance to clean the monitor, as these products may discolo[...]
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8 Troubleshooting Table Use Table 3 to identify and correct any problem area. Table 3. Identifying and Correcting Problems Symptom Possible Cause Suggested Solution Display does not appear. Brightness or contrast control is set too low. Power Management feature is active in the off state. There is no power. Increase the brightness and contrast cont[...]
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9 Tilt/Swivel Stand Removal To remove the stand, remove the screw that secures the bottom of the stand and slide it back. DE C00799 Figure 5. Tilt/Swivel Stand Removal[...]
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10 Specifications Scanning Modes Table 4 Display Modes and Addressability Mode Display Mode Address- ability Horizontal Frequency (KHz) Vertical Frequency (Hz) H Sync V Sync 1 VGA 60 640 x 480 31.47 59.95 –– 2 DOS 70 720 x 400 31.47 70.08 –+ 3 VGA/350 70 640 x 350 31.47 70.08 +– 4 VGA VESA 75 640 x 480 37.50 75.00 –– 5 ErgoVGA 72 640 x [...]
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11 Monitor Specifications Table 5 Monitor Specifications Monitor 43 cm (17-inch, 15.7 maximum viewable) non-glare, non-static, multilayer optical coating Active Area 32.0 x 24.0 cm (12.6 x 9.4 in) Height 42.6 cm (16.8 in), includes tilt/swivel base Width 43.4 cm (17.1 in) Depth 44.4 cm (17.5 in) Swivel ± 45 ° Tilt -5 ° to +13 ° Weight 18 Kg (39[...]
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12 Power Management System The monitor has three power-saving states indicated by the LED on the front panel. A personal computer can control these states to reduce the monitor’s output power levels while not in use, thus saving energy. For proper operation of this Power Management System, make sure that the monitor signal cable is connected to t[...]
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13 Asbestos This monitor does not use asbestos in any form. Flame Retardants The enclosures do not contain polybrominated diphenylether (PBDE) as a flame retardant additive; therefore, they do not emit toxic dibenzofuran and dibenzodioxin gases. Ozone Depleting Substances (ODS) These monitors are in full compliance with the labeling requirements in[...]