DOUGH Spectrum ES07D02 User manual

Dough Spectrum ES07D02 & ES07DCA User Manual
Friday, 10 March, 2023
Dough Spectrum ES07D02 & ES07DCA User Manual
Rev. 12

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© Copyright 2023 Eve Distribution, Ltd.
AMD is a trademark of Advanced Micro Devices, Inc. NVIDIA, the NVIDIA logo, and G-
SYNC are trademarks and/or registered trademarks of NVIDIA Corporation in the
U.S. and other countries. DisplayPort™, the DisplayPort™ logo, and VESA® are
trademarks or registered trademarks owned by the Video Electronics Standards
Association (VESA) in the United States and other countries. HDMI, the HDMI Logo,
and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks
of HDMI Licensing LLC. USB Type-C® and USB-C® are registered trademarks of USB
Implementers Forum. Windows is either a registered trademark or trademark of
Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries.
The information contained herein is subject to change without notice. The only
warranties for Dough products and services are set forth in the express warranty
statements accompanying such products and services. Nothing herein should be
construed as constituting an additional warranty. Dough shall not be liable for
technical or editorial errors or omissions contained herein.
First Edition: July 2022

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About this manual
This manual provides information on monitor features, setting up the monitor, and
technical specifications, for the following models:
ES07D02, ES07DCA
CAUTION: Indicates a hazardous situation that, if not avoided, could result
in death or injury.
IMPORTANT: Indicates information considered important but not hazard-
related (for example, messages related to property damage). A notice
alerts the user that failure to follow a procedure exactly as described
could result in loss of data or in damage to hardware or software. Also
contains essential information to explain a concept or to complete a task.
NOTE: Contains additional information to emphasize or supplement
important points of the main text or provides helpful hints for completing a
task.

Table of contents
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Table of contents
About this manual......................................................................................................................3
Table of contents.......................................................................................................................4
Getting started...........................................................................................................................6
Important safety information ..............................................................................................6
About Spectrum......................................................................................................................8
Features ...................................................................................................................................8
Front components..................................................................................................................9
Rear components...................................................................................................................9
Rear components................................................................................................................. 10
Setting up Spectrum.................................................................................................................11
Installing the Spectrum Stand ............................................................................................11
Removing the Spectrum Stand .......................................................................................... 13
Attaching a VESA mount ..................................................................................................... 14
Connecting cables............................................................................................................... 15
Connecting USB devices ..................................................................................................... 19
Connecting an audio device ..............................................................................................20
Installing a security cable .................................................................................................. 21
One-cable solution ..............................................................................................................22
Setting up your workspace ....................................................................................................24
Stay active.............................................................................................................................24
Adjust your monitor .............................................................................................................24
Watch your eyes...................................................................................................................25
Low blue light........................................................................................................................25
Using the monitor.....................................................................................................................26
Turning on the monitor........................................................................................................26
Turning off the monitor .......................................................................................................27
Using the on-screen display (OSD) menu........................................................................28
Quick actions ....................................................................................................................... 30
Input/Output menu .............................................................................................................. 31
USB hub menu .......................................................................................................................32
Gaming menu........................................................................................................................33
Presets menu........................................................................................................................ 34
Picture menu .........................................................................................................................35
Performance menu.............................................................................................................. 36
OSD menu ..............................................................................................................................37
Indicator light menu ........................................................................................................... 38
Information menu................................................................................................................ 38
Updating firmware.............................................................................................................. 39
Support and troubleshooting.................................................................................................40
Solving common problems ................................................................................................ 40

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Contacting support ............................................................................................................. 41
Locating the model and serial number ............................................................................ 41
Maintaining the monitor..........................................................................................................42
Maintenance guidelines ......................................................................................................42
Cleaning................................................................................................................................ 43
Shipping ................................................................................................................................ 44
Disposal ................................................................................................................................ 44
Technical specifications.........................................................................................................45
Display....................................................................................................................................45
Ports ...................................................................................................................................... 46
Features .................................................................................................................................47
Adjustment ............................................................................................................................47
Dough Spectrum Stand .......................................................................................................47
Size and weight.................................................................................................................... 48
Electrical and operating requirements ........................................................................... 48
Limited warranty ................................................................................................................. 48
In the box .............................................................................................................................. 49

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Getting started
Important safety information
Only use the power cord and AC adapter included with the monitor, it provides the
correct type of power and was tested for use with your product.
Plug the power cord into an AC outlet that is always easily accessible. Disconnect
the monitor by grasping the plug firmly and pulling it from the AC outlet. Never
disconnect the monitor by pulling the cord.
The power cord is equipped with a three-wire grounded (earthed) plug. The plug
only fits in a grounded power outlet. Make sure the power outlet is properly
grounded before inserting the power cord plug. Do not disable the power cord
grounding pin, for example by attaching a 2-pin adapter. The grounding pin is an
important safety feature.
Be sure that the total ampere rating of the products connected to the AC outlet
does not exceed the current rating of the outlet, and that the total ampere rating of
the products connected to the cord does not exceed the rating of the cord. Also,
make sure that the total rating of all products plugged into the wall outlet does not
exceed the fuse rating. Look on the power label to determine the ampere rating
(AMPS or A) for each device.
Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for ventilation. These openings must
not be blocked or covered. Never push objects of any kind into cabinet slots or other
openings, or spill liquid of any kind onto or into the product.
Keep the monitor in a well-ventilated area, away from excessive light, heat, or
moisture.
Do not use the monitor in any area with a potentially explosive atmosphere, as
sparks in such areas could cause an explosion or fire. Such areas are often (but not
always) marked and include areas where you would normally be advised to turn off
your vehicle engine, below deck on boats, chemical transfer or storage facilities,
vehicles using liquefied gas such as propane or butane, and areas where the air
contains chemicals or particles such as grain, dust, or metal powders.
For the protection of the monitor, as well as the computer, connect all power cords
for the computer and its peripheral devices (such as a monitor, printer, scanner) to
some form of surge protection device such as a power strip or uninterruptible power
supply (UPS). Not all power strips provide surge protection; the power strips must
be specifically labeled as having this capability. Use a power strip whose
manufacturer offers a damage replacement policy so you can replace the
equipment if surge protection fails.
To reduce the risk of serious injury, observe proper workstation setup, and proper
posture, health, and work habits for computer users.
Do not place anything on power cords or cables. Care should be taken to route or
arrange all cords and cables connected to Spectrum so that they cannot be pulled,
grabbed, stepped on, or tripped over.

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Do not drop the monitor or place it on an unstable or vibrating surface. Use the
appropriate and correctly sized furniture designed to properly support your Dough
Spectrum. Monitors that are inappropriately situated on dressers, bookcases,
shelves, desks, speakers, chests, or carts may fall over and cause damage or
personal injury.
This product is suitable for entertainment purposes. Consider placing the monitor in
a controlled luminous environment to avoid interference from surrounding light and
bright surfaces that may cause disturbing reflections from the screen.

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About Spectrum
At Dough, we believe in putting product decisions in the hands of the end-user. Each
and every aspect throughout the development process has been debated and
discussed together with dough.community, a gathering of 10 000 tech enthusiasts
who love premium devices with bleeding-edge technology. By putting our minds
together with hardcore gamers, coders, and designers, we built the ultimate
monitor: Spectrum.
As a result, your monitor has a unique blend of awesome features. Let’s have a look!
Features
Spectrum is an In-Plane Switching (IPS) monitor that produces rich on-screen colors
and creates better viewing angles. This IPS screen is paired with a 280Hz refresh
rate and a faster response time of 1ms, giving you both speed and good picture
quality. Because you shouldn’t have to choose.
The product supports FreeSync™, an Adaptive-Sync technology, and is compatible
with G-SYNC®. It is designed to reduce stuttering and tearing in games and videos by
locking the monitor's refresh rate to the frame rate of the graphics card. Check with
your graphics card manufacturer for compatibility with Adaptive-Sync monitors.
Spectrum is calibrated at the factory to provide maximum color accuracy in the
DCI-P3 color space, so the monitor is ready to use for color critical applications with
minimal setup. These factory calibration settings are saved in monitor memory and
work independently from the source device used. Aone-page calibration report is
printed and included with each monitor.
Two High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI) 2.1 video inputs can take an
uncompressed 10-bit 1440p 280Hz image signal from modern graphics cards and
offer Adaptive-Sync and high refresh rate features on the latest consoles.
Overdrive and blur reduction settings were tuned by experts to provide usable
presets for anyone to start gaming straight out of the box. On top of these,
Spectrum offers unparalleled custom adjustment options for high-speed gaming.
The built-in USB hub can be connected to a host computer using either USB Type-B or
Type-C. You can switch between these inputs freely or have them switch along with
your video signal to imitate the effect of a KVM switch.
Spectrum can be connected to a mobile device with a single USB Type-C cable,
simultaneously powering or charging the device (up to 100W), displaying an image,
playing back audio, and providing access to the built-in USB hub.
NOTE: All specifications referenced are typical and provided by Dough's
component manufacturers. Actual performance might vary either higher or
lower. The native response time is 5ms, 1ms is the overdrive response time.
Adaptive refresh rates vary by display.
You can find more detailed information in the Technical Specifications section on
page 45.

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Front components
Rear components
Component
Description
1
Indicator light
Identifies the current state of the monitor.
Component
Description
1
Stand/VESA connector
Allows you to connect the Spectrum Stand or a
VESA-compatible mounting device
2
OSD joystick
Opens the OSD menu, selects an item from the menu,
or closes the OSD menu.
3
Power button
Turns the monitor off and on.
4
Kensington security slot
Connect a security cable to secure the monitor to a
fixed object.
5
Serial number label
Contains your monitor’s unique serial number.
1
5
4
2
3
1

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Rear components
Component
Description
1
DisplayPort 1.4 port
Connect a DisplayPort cable to a source device such
as a computer.
2
HDMI 2.1 port 1
Connect an HDMI cable to a source device such as a
computer or game console.
3
HDMI 2.1 port 2
Connect an HDMI cable to a source device such as a
computer or game console.
4
DC power port
Connect the adapter to power the monitor.
5
USB Type-C port
with DP Alt Mode 1.4,
USB upstream data,
and
power delivery up to
100W
Connect a USB Type-C cable to a source device such
as a computer.
Power or charge devices up to 100W.
This port also enables the downstream USB ports to
perform their functions.
6
USB Type-B port
(upstream)
Connect a USB cable to a source device such as a
computer or game console.
This port enables the downstream USB ports to
perform their functions.
7
USB Type-C SuperSpeed
port (downstream)
Connect USB cables to a peripheral device, such as a
keyboard, mouse, or USB hard drive.
8
USB Type-A SuperSpeed
ports (downstream) (2)
Connect USB cables to a peripheral device, such as a
keyboard, mouse, or USB hard drive.
9
3.5mm audio jack
Connect headphones or speakers.
1
2
3
6
5
4
9
8
7

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Setting up Spectrum
It is important to set up your monitor correctly. That way you keep your gear and
yourself safe, so you can focus on enjoying your equipment without worry.
IMPORTANT: To prevent damage to the monitor, do not touch the surface
of the LCD panel. Pressure on the panel may cause nonuniformity of color
or disorientation of the liquid crystals. If this occurs, the screen will not
recover to its normal condition.
Installing the Spectrum Stand
The Spectrum Stand (sold separately) was designed from the ground up to be a
sleek but sturdy companion to your monitor. To safely attach the Spectrum Stand:
1. Position the monitor face-down on a flat and stable surface.
IMPORTANT: To prevent the screen from getting scratched, defaced, or
broken, cover your work surface with protective sheet foam or a non-
abrasive cloth.
NOTE: If you have not yet unpacked Spectrum, you can safely attach the
stand before removing the monitor from its box.

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2. Slide the stand’s base into the bottom of the stand arm, and then tighten the
screw on the underside of the base.
3. Insert the top of the stand into the back of the monitor cabinet at an angle, then
press down. The stand will click into place.
NOTE: The Dough Spectrum Stand (model ES07D04) is sold separately.

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Removing the Spectrum Stand
1. Disconnect and remove all cables from the monitor.
2. Position the monitor face-down on a flat and stable surface.
IMPORTANT: To prevent the screen from getting scratched, defaced, or
broken, cover your work surface with protective sheet foam or a non-
abrasive cloth.
3. Slide up the quick-release button on the stand and lift the stand away from the
monitor.
NOTE: The Dough Spectrum Stand (model ES07D04) is sold separately.

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Attaching a VESA mount
Spectrum is compatible with most VESA mounting arms and mounts (sold
separately). The VESA mount must support the 100×100mm VESA Mounting Standard
and should be rated to hold at least 4.7kg of weight.
IMPORTANT: You might need additional tools such as a screwdriver
(purchased separately) when you attach a mounting device.
1. Remove the four mounting screws from the back of the monitor.
2. Align the screw holes on your mounting device with the four VESA screw holes in
the back of the monitor, then insert and tighten the four mounting screws through
the mounting device and into the monitor.
IMPORTANT: If these instructions do not apply to your device, then follow
the mounting device manufacturer’s instructions when mounting the
monitor to a wall or swing arm.
IMPORTANT: Spectrum comes with four M4×10mm screws. To ensure that
your monitor is mounted securely, you may need to use screws of a
different length, that may or may not have been provided with your
mounting device.

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Connecting cables
You want ports? Spectrum’s got ports! Let’s go over the various things you can
connect to it.
NOTE: With so many ports available, it isn’t surprising that not everyone
intends to use the same cable types or cable lengths. Our surveys show
that because of this, more than half the cables we could have included in
the box would have gone to waste. That’s not good for the environment,
and it’s not good for your wallet, either. With this in mind, we’ve shipped
the monitor without cables.
1. Place the monitor in a convenient, well-ventilated location near the computer or
source device.
NOTE: Before connecting the cables, take a moment to consider how to
route the cables. A bit of planning and cable management goes a long way
toward keeping your desk looking tidy!

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2. Connect a video cable.
•Connect one end of an HDMI cable to one of the HDMI ports on the rear of
the monitor and the other end to the HDMI port on the source device.
•Connect one end of a DisplayPort cable to the DisplayPort connector on the
rear of the monitor and the other end to the DisplayPort connector on the
source device.
•Connect one end of a USB Type-C cable to the bottom USB Type-C port on
the rear of the monitor and the other end to the USB Type-C port on the
source device.
CAUTION: When powering or charging the host computer via USB Type-C,
DC power does not need to be connected. Do not connect two power
sources (DC power in and USB Type-C) to the host device simultaneously.
CAUTION: Use only USB Type-C cables that are rated for up to 100W of
power delivery. The use of inappropriate cables could represent a fire
hazard. Charging at high power can cause high temperatures, consult the
documentation that came with your device about fire safety.
IMPORTANT: The host computer must be able to support the USB Power
Delivery protocol over the USB Type-C connector to be charged or
powered by Spectrum.
IMPORTANT: The host computer must be able to support DisplayPort
Alternate Mode over the USB Type-C connector to provide Spectrum with
an image signal.
NOTE: The monitor automatically determines which inputs have valid video
signals. You can also select inputs manually using the on-screen display
(OSD) menu.

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3. Connect an upstream cable for the built-in USB hub.
•If you connected Spectrum to the video source device using USB Type-C, this
same cable can double as the upstream cable for the built-in USB hub.
•If you connected Spectrum to the video source device using HDMI or
DisplayPort, you will need to connect the Type-B connector on a USB
upstream cable to the USB Type-B upstream port on the rear of the monitor.
Then connect the cable’s Type-A connector to a USB Type-A port on the host
device.
NOTE: You must connect either a USB Type-B upstream cable or a USB
Type-C cable from the host device (computer, laptop, gaming console) to
the rear of the monitor to make use of USB ports of the built-in USB hub.
NOTE: When connected by a single USB Type-C cable, Spectrum cannot
simultaneously operate the built-in USB hub at its full speed and run the
display at its maximum resolution and refresh rate due to technical
limitations. The bandwidth priority can be set in the OSD. You can learn
more about setting your priority preferences on page 31.

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4. Connect the AC adapter and power cord.
Connect the power cord to the AC adapter and plug the other end into a grounded
AC outlet. Then connect the adapter to the DC power connector on the rear of the
monitor.
CAUTION: To reduce the risk of electric shock or damage to the equipment:
-Plug the cord into a grounded (earthed) outlet. Do not disable the
power cord grounding pin, for example, by attaching a 2-pin adapter.
The grounding pin is an important safety feature.
-Disconnect power from the monitor by unplugging the power cord
from the AC outlet. Do not pull on a cord or cable. When unplugging
from the AC outlet, grasp the cord by the plug.
-Do not place anything on power cords or cables. Care should be taken
to route or arrange all cords and cables connected to Spectrum so
that they cannot be pulled, grabbed, stepped on, or tripped over.

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Connecting USB devices
Spectrum has a built-in USB hub that allows you to connect multiple devices with a
single cable.
The rear of the monitor provides one USB Type-C and one USB Type-B upstream port.
Either can be used to connect the built-in USB hub to a host device. You can select
which of the connected host devices controls the USB hub from the on-screen
display (OSD) menu.
The rear of the monitor provides one USB Type-C and two USB Type-A downstream
ports. You can use these to connect devices such as a mouse, keyboard, phone,
external hard drive, and practically anything that is USB-connected and can accept
5V.
•Connect a USB peripheral device or its cable to one of the USB Type-A ports on
the rear of the monitor.
•Connect a USB peripheral device or its cable to the side USB Type-C port on the
rear of the monitor.
IMPORTANT: Do not switch between USB upstream ports while a storage
device connected to the downstream ports is in use, as this may cause
data loss. For the same reason, it is not recommended to enable
automatic USB hub host switching in the OSD menu if storage devices are
attached to Spectrum’s downstream ports.

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Connecting an audio device
Spectrum has a built-in digital-to-analog converter (DAC) that sends audio signals
from the video source device to the amplified 3.5mm audio jack connector on the
rear of the monitor.
•Connect the 3.5mm audio jack plug to the audio port on the rear of the monitor
to make use of your speakers, headphones, or other audio device.
CAUTION: To reduce the risk of personal injury, adjust the source device
volume before using headphones, earbuds, or a headset. Gradually
increase the volume until you can hear it clearly, comfortably and without
distortion. Limit the amount of time you are subjected to high-volume
sound.