Aydin Displays PROFORMANCE 4418 User manual

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PROFORMANCE
Rugged COTS 4418
Flat Panel Display
User’s Guide for
Rack and Panel Mount
W/DVC CONTROLLER
(4418R3C/R4C/P4C)
Document No. 150-4418-002 Rev. (–), APRIL 2005

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NOTICE
This manual is subject to change without notice and should not be construed to be a
commitment in any form by Aydin Displays.
Aydin Displays reserves the right to make improvements to the product at any time.
It is understood that the delivered product will be of the latest possible design and
that it may not be exactly as stated herein. This manual may contain descriptions of
functions not implemented at time of distribution, unless prior contractual
arrangements have been made.
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Doc. No. 150-4418-002 Rev. (–), APRIL 2005

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FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION REQUIREMENTS
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the
following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and
(2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that
may cause undesired operation.
Use the specified cables with the 4418 display so as not to interfere with radio and
television reception:
Use the shielded video cable.
Series 4418 products have been tested and found to comply with the limits for Class A,
pursuant to part 15 of FCC rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection
against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and
can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in strict accordance with the
instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no
guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does
cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by
turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by
one or more of the following measures:
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver.
Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which
the receiver is connected.
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

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WARNING
TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARDS, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS UNIT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
ALSO DO NOT USE THIS UNIT’S POLARIZED PLUG WITH AN EXTENSION CORD RECEPTACLE OR
OTHER OUTLETS UNLESS THE PRONGS CAN BE FULLY INSERTED.
DO NOT OPEN THE CABINET. THERE ARE HIGH VOLTAGE COMPONENTS INSIDE. REFER
SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK. DO NOT OPEN.
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER OR BACK, NO
USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
This symbol warns the user that uninsulated voltage within the unit
may be large enough to cause electric shock. Therefore, it is
dangerous to touch any part inside the unit.
This symbol alerts the user that important literature about the
operat
ion and maintenance of this unit has been included. Read it
carefully to avoid any problems.
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PRODUCT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
The socket-outlet of external power supply shall be installed near the
equipment and shall be easily accessible.
Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the display.
Do not attempt to service this display yourself. Removing the display cover
or back may expose you to dangerous voltage or other risks. Refer all
servicing to qualified service personnel.
Adequate ventilation must be maintained to ensure reliable and continued
operation and to protect the display from overheating. Do not block
ventilation slots and openings or install the display in a place where
ventilation may be hindered.
To protect from electrical shock, unplug the displays power supply from the
wall outlet before relocating.
Do not expose this display to direct sunlight or heat. Hot air may cause
damage to the cabinet and other parts.
This display should be operated from the type of power source indicated on
the displays rating label.
Do not allow metal pieces or objects of any kind to fall into the display
through the ventilation holes.
Do not use this display near water.
Do not place any heavy objects on the power cord. Damage to the cord may
cause shock or fire.
Unplug this displays power supply from the wall outlet and refer servicing to
qualified service personnel in the event that:
Power cord or plug is damaged or frayed.
Liquid is spilled into the display or the display is exposed to rain or water.
The display does not operate normally when the operating instructions
are followed.
The display has been dropped or the cabinet damaged.
The display exhibits a distinct change in performance, indicating a need
for service.

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Thank you for purchasing this Aydin Displays PROFORMANCE display.
♦ 4418 LCD Display
♦ Power cord (except for DC Input versions)
♦ HD15 VGA Video Cable or DVI Video Cable depending on selected video option
♦ Mounting Hardware (if applicable)
♦ Product CD containing:
– This User’s Guide
– Warranty Guide
– Touch Accessories (if applicable)
♦ Various accessories based on configuration
Please check the carton and its contents for damage that may have occurred during
shipment.
Report any damage to the shipping agent immediately and do not operate the display if it
appears to have been damaged. All warranty returns must use the original shipping carton
and packaging materials to prevent damage.

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Table of Contents
1.0 CONNECTIONS AND SETUP ........................................................................ 3
Power Connections .............................................................................................................. 3
AC Power (standard) ....................................................................................................... 3
DC Power (optional)........................................................................................................ 3
Signal Connections .............................................................................................................. 3
VGA Video Signal Connections...................................................................................... 3
VGA BNC Connections .................................................................................................. 4
Optional A/B Video Input Select..................................................................................... 4
Optional NTSC/S VIDEO Signal Connections............................................................... 5
Optional DVI-D VIDEO Signal Connections ................................................................. 5
Optional Multiple Video Input Configuration................................................................. 5
Optional Capacitive Touch Panel Signal Connections.................................................... 6
2.0 DISPLAY ADJUSTMENT ............................................................................... 7
6.3 Control Panel Function Buttons............................................................................... 7
LCD Adjustment Pushbuttons......................................................................................... 7
Power Management ......................................................................................................... 8
On-Screen Control Function Items...................................................................................... 9
OSD Operating Instructions and Menus............................................................................ 10
Control Function Items...................................................................................................... 12
Optional Full Dimming.................................................................................................. 12
Optional Active Contrast Enhancement ........................................................................ 12
Optional A/B Video Input Select................................................................................... 12
Optional Brightness and Contrast Operation..................................................................... 12
System Daytime Color Setting ...................................................................................... 12
System Dusk Color Setting............................................................................................ 12
System Night-Time Color Setting ................................................................................. 12
3.0 Optional Equipment .................................................................................... 13
4.0 4418 SPECIFICATIONS ............................................................................... 14
LCD Module...................................................................................................................... 14
Input Signal........................................................................................................................ 14
Synchronization Range...................................................................................................... 14
Dimming Range................................................................................................................. 14
Brightness .......................................................................................................................... 14
Resolutions Supported....................................................................................................... 15
Power Consumption........................................................................................................... 15
Dimensions ........................................................................................................................ 16
Weights.............................................................................................................................. 16
Operating Environment ..................................................................................................... 16
5.0 TROUBLESHOOTING TIPS ......................................................................... 17
6.0 Rugged COTS 4418 DISPLAY DIMENSIONS ............................................. 18
6.1 4418R3C/R4C Rack Mount Dimensions............................................................... 19
6.2 4418P4C Panel Mount Dimensions....................................................................... 21

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4418 DISPLAY FEATURES
• Capable of displaying 16,777,216 colors: Colors displayed in a continuous
spectrum, providing a truer representation of color. The display’s high-
contrast LCD enhances color vibrancy and improves focus with no
geometric distortion.
• Multiple Frequency Technology: Automatically adjusts the display to the
video card’s scanning frequency, thus displaying the resolution
required within the preset formats.
• Industrial Packages: Available in Rack Mount and Panel Mount
configurations.
• Touch Systems: Optional Capacitive Tough Touch Panel with RS232
interface.
• Anti-Reflective Screen: All industrial non-touch models are supplied with
Anti-reflective protective safety glass.
• Power Supply: All units are supplied with an internal power supply.

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1.0 CONNECTIONS AND SETUP
To connect the LCD display to your system, follow these instructions:
CAUTION: Turn power off to both the computer and display before
making any connections and unplug power supply.
The power ON/OFF switch designations are as follows:
Power Connections
AC Power (standard)
AC operating input voltage is 115/230 VAC Auto-ranging, 47-440 Hz.
Connect the AC line power cord to a grounded outlet. For maximum
protection, use a good surge protector between the outlet and the power
supply to avoid damage to the display due to electrical service abnormalities.
DC Power (optional)
Connect DC Power, 24VDC (-3Vdc, +8Vdc), to the DC Input Connector using a
MIL connector P/N MS3476W8-33S (not supplied).
Pin assignments are as follows:
Pin Signal
A +VDC
B +VDC Return
C Safety Ground
Signal Connections
VGA Video Signal Connections
The LCD is supplied with a 15-pin, D-sub to 15-pin, D-sub cable.
Pin assignments for the 15-pin connector are shown below.
ON
OFF

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15-1868
124
35
678910
12
11 13 14 15
Pin Signal Pin Signal
1 Red Video Signal 9 No Connection
2 Green Video Signal 10 Ground
3 Blue Video Signal 11 Ground
4 Ground 12 No Connection
5 No Connection 13 Horizontal Sync Signal
6 Ground for Red Video Signal 14 Vertical Sync Signal
7 Ground for Green Video Signal 15 No Connection
8 Ground for Blue Video Signal
VGA BNC Connections
Connect the BNC cables to the appropriate connectors on the back of the display as shown
below:
Cable Connector
Display Rear
Panel Connector
Red R
Green/Sync G/Sync
Blue B
H/Composite Sync H/CS
Vertical Sync V
Optional A/B Video Input Select
The A/B video input select option allows the operator to select between two different video
inputs through use of an A/B video select switch mounted on the bottom of the front panel.
The ‘A’ position selects the video input connected to the HD15 video input connector. The
‘B’ position selects the video input connected to the BNC video input connectors.
When option not provided, the HD15 and BNC video inputs are tied together.

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Optional NTSC/S VIDEO Signal Connections
– Connect the NTSC coax input cable (not provided) to the NTSC BNC input
connector.
– Connect the S VIDEO input cable (not provided) to the S VIDEO input connector.
Pin Name Description
1 GND Ground (Y)
2 GND Ground (C)
3 Y Intensity (Luminance)
4 C Color (Chrominance)
Optional DVI-D VIDEO Signal Connections
The DVI input is Digital Video input only. The DVI input connector uses a DVI-I
connector to accept both DVI-I and DVI-D video cables.
Connect the DVI input cable to the DVI input connector.
Pin Signal Pin Signal Pin Signal
1 T.M.D.S. DATA 2- 9 T.M.D.S. DATA 1- 17 T.M.D.S. DATA 0-
2 T.M.D.S. DATA 2+ 10 T.M.D.S. DATA 1+ 18 T.M.D.S. DATA 0+
3 T.M.D.S. DATA 2/4
SHIELD 11 T.M.D.S. DATA 1/3
SHIELD 19 T.M.D.S. DATA 0/5
SHIELD
4 T.M.D.S. DATA 4- 12 T.M.D.S. DATA 3- 20 T.M.D.S. DATA 5-
5 T.M.D.S. DATA 4+ 13 T.M.D.S. DATA 3+ 21 T.M.D.S. DATA 5+
6 DDC CLOCK 14 +5 POWER 22 T.M.D.S. CLOCK SHIELD
7 DDC DATA 15 GND 23 T.M.D.S. CLOCK+
8 NO CONNECT 16 HOT PLUG DETECT 24 T.M.D.S. CLOCK-
Optional Multiple Video Input Configuration
When a combination of more than one Video input type (VGA, DVI, and/or
NTSC/S-Video) is provided, a Video select switch is provided on the Front Panel to
select the desired Video source.

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Optional Capacitive Touch Panel Signal Connections
Connect the RS232 Serial Cable provided with the touch panel option, from the back
of the flat panel to an RS232 Interface.
The latest drivers and Users Manual for the Capacitive Tough Touch Panel can be
downloaded from the following web site:
http://www.3m.com/3mtouchsystems/
Pin Signal Pin Signal
1 6
2 Receive Data (RXD) 7
3 Transmit Data (TXD) 8
4 9
5 GND

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2.0 DISPLAY ADJUSTMENT
If you have any problems connecting, setting up or operating the display, please refer to the
Troubleshooting section of this guide.
Plug the LCD power cord into an AC power source. The green ON LED should light. When
the display has power applied, and either the computer or video card is in power save mode,
the amber SAVE LED will be on.
A typical adjustment sequence is: Width, Horizontal Position, repeat Width, Focus and then
Vertical Position. Display height is preset and not adjustable.
6.3 Control Panel Function Buttons
LCD Adjustment Pushbuttons
When necessary, the unit is adjusted using an On-Screen Display (OSD) and the
following pushbuttons:
OSD and SELECT MODE
Enables the Main Menu, Sub Menu, and parameter to be adjusted.
ADJUST & SELECT
The pushbuttons are used to select a main or sub menu and are then used to make the
adjustments once a function is selected using the OSD and SELECT MODE key.
EXIT
The EXIT pushbutton is the complement of SELECT MODE and allows you to exit
menu selections by returning the user to the previous menu or exiting the OSD.
The EXIT pushbutton is also a Hot Button for the Auto Adjust Function when the
OSD is not enabled.

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Power Management
When Horizontal or Vertical Sync is not detected, the green POWER status indicator
will extinguish and the amber SAVE indicator will light and the No Sync symbol
will appear (see below).
When the Horizontal or Vertical Synchronization frequencies being supplied to the
unit are not within the range of the AMLCD monitor, or when No Signal is applied,
the No Sync symbol will appear.
No Sync!

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On-Screen Control Function Items
Scaling Sets Display Aspect Ratio
Brightness Luminance of backlight control
Contrast White-level of video signal control
Hue Color Balance
Saturation Color Intensity
DISPLAY
Black Level Black-level of video signal
Auto Adjust Automatically adjusts Phase, Clock, Horz., and Vert. to produce
the optimal picture. (Note: May require some minor adjustments on non-
standard formats)
Auto Gain Auto gain control for the amplitude on the video input signal
Phase Adjust the phase of the sampling clock to produce a sharp image.
Clock Adjust the width of the display by changing the sampling rate of
the incoming video.
Horizontal Used to center the image left to right
IMAGE
Vertical Used to center the image up & down
sRGB Used to display TV type color image with RGB Signal
Color Temp Sets Color Temp. to either of 2 standards or can be User adjusted
using the R,G,B controls below.
RED Adjust Red color video level highlights
GREEN Adjust Green color video level highlights
COLOR
BLUE Adjust Blue color video level highlights
English Set OSD language to ENGLISH
Chinese Not Available
Korean Not Available
Japanese Not Available
French Not Available
LANGUAGE
Spanish Not Available
Factory Reset Reset to factory-default value
Horizontal Horizontal position adjust
Vertical Vertical position adjust
Blend Adjust background of OSD from opaque to transparent
OSD/RESET
Timeout Set the auto timeout for OSD
Each selected value is stored in LCD memory after EXIT button is depressed or time out
occurs. The stored values are not affected even if the power is turned off. However, the
selected value is not stored if power is turned off before time out or pressing the EXIT
button.

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OSD Operating Instructions and Menus
1. Apply power to the LCD Display.
2. Depressing the button once will bring up the On- Screen Display. The
first menu that comes up is the DISPLAY MENU as show below. As you press
either the or key the selected MENU (as indicated by a blue
background) on the top of the main menu will change. The five main menus are
shown below.
DISPLAY
IMAGE
COLOR
LANGUAGE
OSD/RESET

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3. Once you have selected the main menu that you want to use, you must then press
the Select Key to activate that menu. When the menu has been activated, the first
selection on the menu will become highlighted as indicated by a BLUE DOT to
the left of the selection and a raised background. Only those selections with
WHITE letters are available for selection. By using the [ + ] or [ - ] keys, each
selection on the menu will become highlighted. To activate the selected function,
press the Mode Select Key, this will then highlight the adjustment indicator bar.
By pressing the [ + ] or [ - ] keys the value of the function can be adjusted.
4. To save this setting, use the Exit Key to move up one level in the menu. Note,
each time you press the exit key you will move up one level until you exit the
OSD all together.
5. Each selected value is stored in the LCD’s memory after the Exit button is
depressed or time out occurs. The stored values are not affected even if the
power is turned off. However, the selected value is not stored if power is turned
off before time out or pressing the Exit button has occurred..
6. When FACTORY RESET is selected under the OSD/RESET MENU a warning
will appear as shown below. Select YES or NO by pressing the [ + ] or [ - ] key
and then press the Mode Select Key to enter your choice.
Notes:
1. There is an automatic timeout (set by the operator) for the OSD. If no pushbuttons are
depressed for five to sixty seconds, the OSD will turn off and any adjustments made to
that point will be stored. If the Timeout is set to zero, the OSD will stay enabled until
disabled by the EXIT button or power is turned off.
2. The Auto Gain and Auto Adjust functions take approximately 4 seconds to be
performed.

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Control Function Items
Optional Full Dimming
This option allows the operator to adjust the brightness of the display from full
Brightness to full OFF depending on the time of day or ambient lighting conditions.
The Brightness potentiometer is located at the bottom of the front panel.
Optional Active Contrast Enhancement
This option allows the operator to adjust the contrast of the display to an optimal
level depending on the time of day or ambient lighting conditions. The Contrast
potentiometer is located at the bottom of the front panel.
Optional A/B Video Input Select
The A/B video input select option allows the operator to select between two different
video inputs through use of an A/B video select switch mounted on the bottom of the
front panel. The ‘A’ position selects the video input connected to the HD15 video
input connector. The ‘B’ position selects the video input connected to the BNC video
input connectors.
When option not provided, the HD15 and BNC video inputs are tied together.
Optional Brightness and Contrast Operation
The Brightness and Contrast potentiometers when present are located at the bottom of the
front panel.
System Daytime Color Setting
Contrast: Minimum
Brightness: Maximum
System Dusk Color Setting
Contrast: Increase contrast until picture distorts and turn back slightly until distortion
disappears.
Brightness: Decrease brightness to suit desired level for system dusk color setting.
System Night-Time Color Setting
Contrast: Increase contrast until picture distorts and turn back slightly until distortion
disappears.
Brightness: Decrease brightness to suit desired level for system night time color setting.

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3.0 Optional Equipment
♦ NTSC/S VIDEO input
♦ DVI Video input
♦ A/B Video Input Select
♦ Full Dimming
♦ Brightness enhancement
♦ Contrast enhancements
♦ Remote dimming control (4418R3C)
♦ Sunlight readable (4418R4C)/ (4418P4C)
♦ Touch Screens: Capacitive

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4.0 4418 SPECIFICATIONS
NOTE
Technical specifications are subject to change without notice.
LCD Module
♦ Active matrix; thin film transistor (TFT) liquid crystal display (LCD)
♦ Luminance: 200cd/m2(typical)
♦ Contrast ratio: 300:1 (typical)
♦ Display colors: 16,777,216
♦ Diagonal: 18.1 inches
♦ Viewable Image Size: 359.04 (H) x 287.232 (V) mm
♦ Native Resolution (Pixel Count): 1280 x 1024
♦ Pixel pitch: 0.2805 (H) x 0.2805 (V) mm
♦ Viewing Angle: 85° (typical) Left, Right, Up, Down with more than 10:1 contrast
ratio
Input Signal
♦ Video: Analog 0.7 Vp-p/75 Ohms
♦ Sync: Separate Sync TTL Level;
Horizontal Sync Position/Negative;
Vertical Sync Positive/Negative;
Composite Sync Positive/Negative, TTL Level;
Sync on Green Video (Positive) 0.7 Vp-p and sync Negative 0.3 Vp-p
Synchronization Range
Both Horizontal and Vertical sync are performed automatically.
♦ Horizontal: 24.8 kHz to 91 kHz
♦ Vertical: 47.2 Hz to 89 Hz
Dimming Range
♦ Front Panel control dim to zero
♦ 450:1 usable dimming range
Brightness
♦ 200 cd/m2(typical)
♦ 180 cd/m2(typ. W/EMI faceplate)
♦ 158 cd/m2(typ. W/EMI faceplate and AR Capacitive Tough Touch Panel)