Digimerge DM17TS Instruction Manual
17 Inch Flat Screen TFT
Professional Monitor
Model: DM17TS
Installation / User Manual
Digimerge Technologies Inc.
CAUTION
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CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE
COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER FOR
SERVICE TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this
appliance to rain or moisture
The lightning flash with arrowhead
symbol, within an equatorial
triangle, is intended to alert the user
to the presence of un-insulated
“dangerous voltage” within the
product’s enclosure that may be of
sufficient magnitude to constitute a
risk of electric shock to persons.
The exclamation point within an
equilateral triangle is intended to
alert the user to the presence of
important operating and
maintenance (servicing) instructions
in the literature accompanying the
product
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
in a residential installation. This equipment generated uses and can radiate
radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in 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
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.•
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Increase the separation between the equipment and 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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Table of Contents
General Precautions ................................................................................................ 4
Introduction .............................................................................................................. 6
Features .................................................................................................................... 6
Installation ................................................................................................................ 6
Start Up Operation ................................................................................................... 7
Front Controls .......................................................................................................... 8
Adjusting the Video using the OSD........................................................................ 9
Specifications......................................................................................................... 10
Limited Warranty.................................................................................................... 11
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General Precautions
1. Read Instructions. All of the safety and operating instructions should be read and
understood before the product is used.
2. Retain Instructions. The safety and operating instructions should be retained for future
reference.
3. Heed Warnings. All warnings on the product and the instruction manual should be
followed.
4. Follow Instructions. All operating and instructions should be followed for optimal
performance
5. Cleaning. Disconnect the video product from the power supply before cleaning. Do not
use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning.
6. Attachments. Do not use attachments not recommended by the video product
manufacturer as they may cause hazards.
7. Water and Moisture. Do not use this product near water - for example, near a bathtub,
washbowl, kitchen sink, wet basement, or near a swimming pool.
8. Accessories. Use this product only with a stand, tripod, bracket or table recommended
by the manufacturer or sold with the product. Any mounting of the product should follow
the manufacturer’s instructions.
9. Ventilation. This product should never be placed near or over a Radiator or heat register.
This product should not be placed in a built-in installation, such as a book case or rack,
unless proper ventilation is provided or the Manufacturer’s instructions have been
adhered to.
10. Power Source. This product should be operated from the type of Power source
indicated by the marking label. If you are not sure of the type of power supply to your
location, consult your product dealer or your local Power Company
11. Power Cord Protection. Power supply cords should not be routed so that they are likely
to be walked on or pinched by items placed on or near them
12. Lightning. For added protection, unplug this product from its outlet during a lightning
storm. This will prevent damage to the video product due to lightning and power surges
14. Overloading. To avoid the risk of fire and electric shock, do not plug this product into an
over-loaded power supply.
15. Object and Liquid Entry. Never push objects into the openings of this product as they
may touch dangerous voltage points that may result in fire or electric shock. Never spill a
liquid of any kind this product.
16. Servicing. Do not attempt to service this product yourself as opening or removing covers
may expose you to voltage or other hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified service
personnel
17. Damage Requiring Service. Disconnect this product from the power supply and refer
servicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions:
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a. When the power supply cord or plug is damaged
b. If objects have fallen into the product
c. If the product has been exposed to rain or liquids
d. If the product does not operate normally by following the instruction manual.
e. If the product has been dropped or the cabinet has been damaged
f. When the product displays a distinct change in performance - this indicates a need
for service
18. Replacement Parts. When replacement parts are required, be sure the technician uses
replacement parts specified by the manufacturer. Unauthorized substitutions may result
in fire, electric shock, or other hazards.
19. Safety Check. Upon completion of any service to this product ask the service technician
to perform safety checks to determine that the product is in proper working condition.
22. Heat. The product should be situated away from heat such as radiators, hear registers,
stoves, or other products (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
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Introduction
The DM17TS is a 17-inch, Flat Screen thin-film transistor (TFT) LCD color monitor. Capable of
resolutions up to 1280 x 1024, this advanced monitor produces crisp, clear pictures and brilliant
colors.
The monitor provides installation flexibility with 2 BNC Video In/Out connectors, S-Video In/Out as
well as VGA In from a PC.
Other advanced features include 2 Audio Input/Output channels, Built-in speaker, and IR Remote
Control.
Features
17” Color LCD Monitor•
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3 NTSC Video channels – 2 BNC inputs, 1 S-Video input
On-Screen-Display Controls.
Resolution: 1280 x 1024
450 TV Lines
Low Power Consumption.
Built-In Interface for Wall or Arm Mounting VESA 75mm FPMPMI Compliant.
PIP
Full digital image processing.
Tough and durable design for professional use.
Space saving attractive design
Installation
1. The monitor comes with both a desk mount stand and rack mount ears. If using the desk mount,
secure the mount to the bottom of the monitor using the screws provided. If rack mounting, secure
the rack mount ears to each side of the monitor using the included screws.
2. Make the appropriate video connections. As shown in the Figure 1.0 below, the available
connections are:
I. BNC Inputs – Connect the first video signal to CH 1 Video In. If using a second video
signal, connect to CH2 Video In.
Note that each of these inputs has a corresponding Video Out BNC connector is looping
operation is desired.
II. S-Video – Connect this video cable to the input labeled S-Video, Video In. A video
output is also provided.
III. VGA Input – Connect the cable from a PC video card to the input labeled VGA In.
3. If using audio, connect the RCA audio cable to the desired channel. Each channel also provides
an RCA Audio Out connector. (See Figure 1.0)
4. Plug the power cord into a nearby power outlet. Note that there is also a main power toggle switch
on the side of the monitor.
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Figure 1.0
BNC Video & RCA Audio S-Video & RCA Audio VGA IN (PC)
Start Up Operation
1. After all connections have been made as shown above, toggle the main power switch on the side
of the monitor to ON.
2. Press the POWER button on the front of the unit to turn on the display.
3. Press the MODE button to choose between NTSC or VGA depending on your desired operation.
4. If using NTSC mode, use the CH SELECT button to select the switch between Input 1, Input 2, or
S-Video.
5. If required, adjust the video settings using the On Screen Display (OSD) which is assessed by
pressing the MENU button.
See the following section for a full description of the front control buttons.
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Front Controls
1. POWER
AUTO
CONFIG
DISPLAY ON/OFF
MENU
MODE
VOLUME
POWER
PIP
ENTER
LEFT
RIGHT
CH SELECT
MUTE
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2
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This button is used to power ON/Off the display.
2. MENU
This button brings up the On Screen Display (OSD) Menu to allow for changes to Brightness,
Contrast, H-Position, and V-Position.
3. MODE / ENTER
When pressed in the normal state, it allows you to switch between VGA to Composite. If
connecting to a PC, change the input to ‘VGA’.
When in the menu settings, this button is used to select an item to change as well as to confirm
once the change has been made.
4. AUTO CONFIG / MUTE
When in the VGA Mode, this button will adjust SIZE, BRIGHTNESS, and CONTRAST to optimal
settings.
When in the NTSC mode, this button is used to mute the audio input. Pressing MUTE again will
restore the audio.
5. VOLUME / ▲/ LEFT
When the normal display screen is showing, this button allows you to increase the speaker
volume.
When in the menu screen, this button allows you to move to the LEFT.
When in the VGA mode, this button allows you to adjust the CONTRAST.
6. VOLUME / ▼/ RIGHT
When the normal display screen is showing, this button allows you to decrease the speaker
volume.
When in the menu screen, this button allows you to move to the RIGHT.
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When in the VGA mode, this button allows you to adjust the BRIGHTNESS.
7. PIP
When in the VGA mode, this button will allow you to bring up one of the NTSC channels in a PIP
window.
Upon bringing up the PIP window, use the CH SELECT button to switch between CH 1, CH 2,
and S-VIDEO.
8. CH SELECT
Pressing this button allows you to toggle the displayed video channel between VIDEO1, VIDEO2,
and S-VIDEO.
Adjusting the Video using the OSD
In NTSC Mode:
1. Press MENU to bring up the OSD.
2. The following options are able to be adjusted: Brightness, Contrast, H-Position, and V-
Position.
3. Use the LEFT/RIGHT keys to switch between the available options.
4. Press the ENTER button to select the desired option to change.
5. Use the LEFT/RIGHT keys to adjust the level selected option. Example - To increase the
Brightness level press the RIGHT button.
6. Once the change has been made, press the ENTER button to Save.
7. Repeat steps 2 – 6 to make changes to other options.
8. When all necessary adjustments have been made, press the MENU button to exit.
In the PC (VGA) Mode:
Use the same steps as shown above to change OSD options in this mode.
In VGA mode the following OSD options are available.
Brightness Increase/Decrease the brightness of the display.
Contrast Increase/Decrease the contrast of the display.
H – Position Adjust the Horizontal Position of the image
V – Position Adjust the Vertical Position of the image
Clock Change the Clock Frequency
Phase Change the Clock Phase
Color Adjusts the color
Setup This brings up a new OSD menu with settings for OSD Position, OSD
Overlay, and PIP adjustment.
Language Allows you to changes the OSD language from English, French, Spanish,
Italian or German.
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Auto-Config Adjusts size, brightness, and contrast to optimal settings.
Factory Reset Resets all data back to it’s default settings.
Info Displays the current resolution and refresh rate.
Specifications
Model DM17TS
LCD Panel:
Type 17-inch TFT color
Colors 16.7M colors
Viewable Size 13.3 (H) x 10.6 (V) inches (337.9 x 270.3 mm)
Contrast Ratio 350 : 1
Brightness Ratio 250 cd/m2
Pixel Pitch 0.264(H) x 0.264(V) mm
Viewing Angle (L/R/T/B) 70/70/60/60 degrees
Resolution (max) 1280 x 1024 pixels
Backlight 2 dual CCFT
General:
Input Voltage 100-240 VAC, 50/60 Hz, automatic switching
Input Signal Composite (NTSC), Analog RGB
Power Consumption 50 w
Horizontal Resolution 450 TV Lines
Connectors 2 BNC Video In/Out
1 S-Video In/Out
1 VGA In from PC
RCA Audio In/Out on each channel
Environment Indoor
Construction Metal
Finish Black matte texture coat finish
Dimensions 17 x 12.3 x 3.8 inches
Unit Weight 10 Kg
Operating Temperature 32° to 120°F (0° to 50°C)
Humidity 20% to 85% (non-condensing)
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Limited Warranty
Warranty: Subject to the exclusions and limitations below, Digimerge warrants to the initial end-user purchaser
that the product will be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of one year from the date of
purchase. For valid warranty claims made during the warranty period, upon proof of purchase, defective products
will, at the election of Digimerge, be repaired or replaced without charge. Any products repaired or replaced
within the warranty period, shall be warranted by Digimerge to the initial end-user purchaser for 90 days from the
return shipment date, or the remainder of the warranty term, whichever is longer, and if outside of the warranty
period then for 90 days from the return shipment date. Products and parts may be replaced with refurbished
items, and the products and parts replaced become the property of Digimerge. You are responsible for all
shipping costs associated with the return of the defective products for warranty service.
Exclusions and Limitations: Any of the following will void this warranty:
(i) installation or use of the product other than strictly in accordance with the instructions contained in
the product’s instruction manual;
(ii) if the product is subjected to operating conditions (including atmospheric, moisture and humidity
conditions) outside of the acceptable conditions specified in the product's instruction manual;
(iii) if the product is subjected to misuse or abuse;
(iv) if the product is subjected to electrical short circuits or transients, accident, fire, flood or Acts of
God;
(v) adjustment, maintenance or repair of the product other than in accordance with Digimerge
approved procedures; and
(vi) use of replacement parts other than those specified by Digimerge.
DIGIMERGE MAKES NO CLAIMS OR WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND WHATSOEVER REGARDING THE
PRODUCT’S ABILITY OR EFFECTIVENESS IN PREVENTING OR REDUCING THE RISK OF, OR DAMAGES
RESULTING FROM, LOSS OR THEFT OF PROPERTY OR PERSONAL INJURY.
THIS LIMITED WARRANTY IS IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED,
INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR
A PARTICULAR USE OR PURPOSE.
REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT AS PROVIDED UNDER THIS LIMITED WARRANTY IS THE EXCLUSIVE
REMEDY OF THE PURCHASER. DIGIMERGE SHALL IN NO EVENT BE LIABLE FOR ANY SPECIAL,
INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, PUNITIVE, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES OF ANY KIND OR CHARACTER,
INCLUDING, WITHOUT LIMITATION, PERSONAL INJURY, LOSS OF REVENUE OR PROFITS, FAILURE TO
REALIZE SAVINGS OR OTHER BENEFITS, OR CLAIMS AGAINST THE PURCHASER BY ANY THIRD
PERSON, EVEN IF DIGIMERGE HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES.
No claims or statements regarding the product, whether written or verbal, by salespeople, retailers, dealers or
distributors, that are not contained in this limited warranty or in the owner's manual are authorized by Digimerge
and do not modify or expand this warranty.
Some countries, states, or provinces do not allow the exclusion or limitation of implied warranties or the limitation
of incidental or consequential damages for certain products supplied to consumers or the limitation of liability for
personal injury. To the extent that such restrictions on limitations apply to the products, the above limitations and
exclusions may be limited in their application. In that case, when the implied warranties are not allowed to be
excluded in their entirety, they will be limited to the duration of the applicable written warranty, and if damages
may not be limited then the above limitations on damages apply, but only to the greatest extent permitted by local
law.
Warranty and Non-Warranty Service: Contact the dealer that sold you this product, during the warranty period
if applicable, to obtain service. Non-warranty service is subject to Digimerge's then current service terms and
prices. If the dealer fails to respond, cannot be reached or fails to provide you with the required service, you may
obtain service directly from Digimerge by calling our service department at (866) 344-4674. You must provide
Digimerge with the defective product's model number, serial number, date of purchase, sales or invoice number,
proof that you were the original end-user purchaser for warranty work, and a brief description of the problem. You
must obtain a return authorization number from the service department and must mark the number clearly on the
shipping box. You must ship the item prepaid in appropriate packaging to the following address:
Digimerge Technologies Inc.,
Attention: Repair Department,
300 Alden Rd,
Markham, Ontario, Canada,
L3R 4C1
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