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Power Switch
Signal lnput Switch -.-..-..-....-....7
Enter Sleep Mode ............ ..........7
4. Function and Operation ."."..'..'.....7
5. Specifications '.............. 10
Safety Notice
To prevent damage to your product or inju ry to yourself or to others, read the
following safety precautions in their entirety before using this equ ipment.
Keep these safety instructions where all those who use this equipment will
read them.
1 . Don't immerse in water or expose to rain. May result in fire or electric
shock.
2. Use the included poweradapterorbatteries listed in this manual.
3. U nplug when device is in extreme temperatures or smoking. Retu rn to
retai ler for service.
4. Keep away from strong light to obtain the clearest results.
5. Do not use chemical solutions to clean this unit. Simply wipe with a soft,
clean cloth.
6. Do not block any vent holes.
7. Do not place heavy things on the device. Keep all liquids away.
8. Avoid heavy impact or drops onto the ground.
9. Do not disassemble the unit. Seek service from qualified technicians when
needed.

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Foreword
Thanks for purchasing Aputure@ V-Screen, a field monitor designed to take
yourvideo shooting to the next level. ltenables accurate monitoring and
focusing when a small screen just won't cut it. lt packs many features in a
small body and supports multiple signal inputs. For the best results, read this
user guide carefully.
1. Product lntroduction
Aputure V-Screen is an ultra-thin 7" TFT-LCD monitorfeaturing crystal clear
WVGA,/HD display, low power consumption, multiple aspect ratios, and more. ll
accepts HD, AV (Audio^/ideolA/ideo2), and analog inputs from your DSLR or
camcorder. V-Screen also includes a double power supply, universal hot shoe
mount, and sunshade cover.
Main Features
Function:
'1 . Supports various signal inputs (HD, YPbPr &AV)
2. Multiple shortcut options
3. Double power supply
4. Intelligent charging
5. 16:9, 4:3 and Full display ratios
6. Speaker and headset stereo output ,
7. Firmware updates via USB
8. Six language choices
Design:
1. Simple & elegant design
2. Slim & light body
3. Universal hot shoe mount with swiveling head
4. Sunshade cover to monitor in bright sunlight
5- Uses industry-standard l/4" screw mount
6. Fits various combinations with Magic Hand

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2. Gomponents
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'1. PowerAdapter
2. HD Cable
1. LCD Display 3. EarphoneJack
2. Mini USB lnput (only for 4. Power Switch
firmware upgrades) 5. Signal Switch <Al/>
Back
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l.YSignal lnput
2. Pb Signal lnput
3. PrSignal lnput
4. Speaker
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5. Battery Slot
6. Mdeo 1 Signal lnput
7. Video 2 Signal lnput
8. Audio Jack
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3. Getting Started
V-Screen lnstallation
1 ) Mount on camera or camcorder
Fix V-Screen on your DSLR camera or
camcorder with the universal hot shoe
mount, then connect them by HD orAV
cable (Purchased separately).
2) Mount on the Magic Hand
Fix V-Screen on the magic hand or other
accessories with 1/4" connecter, and
lock them.
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9. DCPowerScrew
Mount
10.114" Jack
1'1. HD Signal lnput
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3. Universal HotShoe Mount
4. Folding Sunshade

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3) Fix the sunshade cover
Fix the sunshade cover on the V-Screen with the tape as shown by the picture.
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Using PowerAdapter
To power by adapter, connect the DC Adapter to the DC lnput on the back of
V-Screen
Lithium Battery lnstallation
lnsert lithium batlery into the battery slot as shown below.
EE! Note:
1. Lithium batteries should be purchased separately. You can use: Sony F97OlF550/
NP-FM5OOH.
2. There's no need to remove the batteries when powered by adapter. DC power will
charge the batteries andbattery powerwill be displayed in the top left comer of the screen.
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Power Switch
Swltch on the V-Screen by pressing the power switch. To power off,
hold the power swilch for 2 seconds.
@ Note:
l. Power indicator lights red u,hen connected E ith power.
2. Power indicator lights green u hen tumed on.
3. A red battery indicator rvill blink on rhc screen u.hen power is lorv. Replace
batteries immediately
Signal lnput Switch
Press the < A/V> button to choose appropriate signal input mode. Ex: Switch to
HD mode to receive HD signal.
Enter Sleep Mode
Enters sleep mode after 30 seconds when there is no signal. Awake unit by
pressing any button except power switch.
4. Function and Operation
'1. Before setting functions, make sure device is connected correcfly.
2. Before entering the menu, the Direction Pad has several default functions:
< A/V > = brightness adjustment; << />> = contrast adjustment.
@ Note:
Refer to P9 to set shortcuts as needed.
3. Press <M> on lhe V-Screen to enter the menu. Press < a/v > to choose from
the main menu, including display, menu, function, and shortcut settings. Then
press < > > to enter sub-menu. Press < a /V > to navigate the sub-menu, and
< < / > > to adjust parameters. Press <M> to confirm and return to the main menu.
Press once more to exit the menu.
ELI Note:
1. V-Screen will exit menu when no operation for 5 seconds.
2. Referto P8 to adjust the display time.

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(1) Display Settings
a. Color Temp: User/6500K/Z50OK/9300K
LJ Note:
l. V-Screen can adjust red,/green/blue otrly in User mode
2. Setting R/G/B from 0 to 255; Default setting: R/G/B=I 2g
b. l\4ono: OFF/Mono/Red/creen/Blue (OFF by defautf)
c. Center Marker: OFF/ON (OFF by default)
d Screen Marker: OFF/9S% tg3o/otgo%B}%tBS%iBO% (OFF by defautD
e P2P (Point to Point): OFF/ON (OFF by defautt)
' Blanked Disptay: OFF/HV-BLANK/ H_BLANK/V_BLANK(OFF by defautt)
g. Under Scan: OFF/ON (OFF by default)
n. Camera: OFF/ON (OFF by default)
(2) OSD Settings
a. Language: Engtish/Chinese/Japanese/ltatian/Spanish/cermany (Engllsh by
default)
b. Horizontat position: O-1OO (,5O,by default)
c. Vertical Position: O-1OO (,S0, by default)
d. Menu Transparency: OFF/1 -6(,i, by default)
e. Menu Time: 5t1Ol2Ot3Ot4OtSOl6Os (,5s,by default)
f . Firmware Versio n: V 1.1 2O1 3.04.1 2
(3) Function Settings ,
a. Aspect Ratio: Full/4:3/1 6:9 (Full by defautt)
b. Zoom: x1txstxl} ( xt by defaulr)
c. Freeze: OFF/ON ( OFF by defautt)
d. Flip-H: OFF/ON (OFF by defautr)
e. Flip-V: OFF/ON (OFFby defautt)
f. Software Upgrade (lSp)
lnstructions:
1. Download the upgraqed firmware to USB stick and then connect with V_screen
by.the firmware upgrade cable. press ,yes, to "pgiuJ" th" rj#*"r"
2. V-Screen shows ,,upgrading, on.the screen *h-un "nturi.l iirmware Upgrade
mode. lt will return to video feed when no n"* .oft*ur" i" fo"rnd. It will restart
automatically when upgraded successfully.
g. Reset (Factory Defautt)
I nstructionsl
V-Screen.will display a pop-up message when pressing < > >, asking permission
t: I"rgtgll settings. Navigate to,yes,;nd press,M,to lset setiings to factory
default. The device will refresh automatically. Navigate toittoiio "un""f "nO
press'M'to return to the main menu.
(4) Shortcut Settings
V-Screen can apply difFerent shortcuts to the <r.V<>> buttons. Shortcuts
includes volume, brightness, contrast, check field, ".p""iiutio, =oo* ,nO
screen marker. rn the menu, press <{/}> to switch between vlrrous snortcut
settings.

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5. Specifications
Display
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Panel 7.0'LCD
Resolution 800 x480 display, supports up to
1920 x 1080 input
Aspect Ratio '16:9/4:3/Full Screen
Briohtness 400cd/d
Contrast 500:1
Viewinq Angle 140"/120" (HA/)
lnput
HD YES
YPbPI YES
YES
Output HD NO
Audio Speaker YES
EarDhone Jack 03.5mm
Powet
Current 500mA
lnputVoltage DC 9-16V
Power Consumplion
Lithium Batteries
Sony NP-F series: NP-F5501F5701F7701
F960/F970
NP-FII /QM series: FM50/FM51 /FM55H/
FM50OH/QMsO/QM51/
QM7'ID/QM91D
Environment Operation Temperature -20t-60t
Storaqe Temperature -30t-70t
Dimension Dimension l82 x'l38 x 23mm
Weight 372o
6. Troubleshooting
Power indicator LED doesn't work.
Make sure the adapter is connected tightly or battery is properly installed.
Power lndlcator LED lights red.
o Make sure V-Screen is tumed on.
. Make sure batteries are charged.
No image displays when power lndlcato? LED lights green.
. Make sure the signal cable is connecied tEhty and switcfi on the signal source.
. Check the input frequency and coofi]m it is compalible with V-Screen.
wrong display or abnormal color8.
Adjust the settings accoriling to the manual as needed.
The device is without sound.
. Enter Shortcut Settings and adjust the volume.
. Make sure the signal cable is connectod tightly.
The device can't function properly.
Apply preset function and return to factory default settings.
(The instruction and information in this manual are based on strict, controlled companytesting
procedures. Further notice will not b€ given ifthe design and speciti@tions change.)
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