Eizo FLEXSCAN F931 - User manual

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CONTENTS
PRECAUTIONS ............................................................................. 4
1. INTRODUCTION ............................................................................ 8
1-1. Features ....................................................................................................... 8
1-2. Package Contents ........................................................................................ 8
1-3. Controls & Connectors ................................................................................ 9
2. INSTALLATION ............................................................................ 10
2-1. Connecting the monitor to the PC.............................................................. 10
2-2. Getting Ready for Operation ...................................................................... 12
3. SCREENADJUSTMENT .............................................................. 13
3-1. How to use the ScreenManager ................................................................ 13
3-2. Color .......................................................................................................... 15
3-3. Fine Contrast ............................................................................................. 15
3-4. Power Save ................................................................................................ 16
3-5. Adjustment Lock ........................................................................................ 17
3-6. Connecting Two PCs to The Monitor .......................................................... 17
4. TROUBLESHOOTING.................................................................. 18
5. CLEANING ................................................................................... 21
6. SPECIFICATIONS ........................................................................ 22
7. GLOSSARY .................................................................................. 24
8. INDEX ........................................................................................... 26

4PRECAUTIONS
IMPORTANT!
•This product has been adjusted specifically for use in the region to which it was
originally shipped. If operated outside the region to which it was originally shipped,
the product may not perform as stated in the specifications.
•To ensure personal safety and proper maintenance. Please read this section and the
caution statements on the monitor (refer to the figure below).
[LocationoftheCautionStatements]
The equipment must be connected to a grounded main outlet.
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PRECAUTIONS
• If the unit begins to emit smoke, smells like something is burning, or
makes strange noises, disconnect all power connections immediately
and contact your dealer for advice.
Attempting to use a malfunctioning unit can be dangerous.
• Do not dismantle the cabinet or modify the unit.
Dismantling the cabinet or modifying the unit may result in electric shock or
burn.
• Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.
Do not attempt to service this product yourself as opening or removing
covers may expose you to dangerous voltage or other hazards.
• Keep small objects or liquids away from the unit.
Small objects accidentally falling through the ventilation slots into the cabinet
or spillage into the cabinet may result in fire, electric shock, or equipment
damage. If an object or liquid falls/spills into the cabinet, unplug the unit
immediately. Have the unit checked by a qualified service engineer before
using it again.
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PRECAUTIONS 5
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• Place the unit on a strong, stable surface.
A unit placed on an inadequate surface may fall, resulting in injury or
equipment damage. If the unit falls, disconnect the power immediately and
have the unit checked by a qualified service engineer before using it again.
Using a unit after it has been dropped may result in fire or electric shock.
• Set the unit in an appropriate location.
Not doing so may cause damage and could result in fire or electric shock.
* Do not place in outdoors.
* Do not place in the transportation system (ship, aircraft, trains,
automobiles, etc.)
* Do not install in a dusty or humid environment.
* Do not place in a location where the steam comes directly on the screen.
* Do not place near heat generating devices or a humidifier.
• To avoid danger of suffocation, keep the plastic packing bags away
from babies and children.
• Use the enclosed power cord and connect to the standard power outlet
of your country. Be sure to remain within the rated voltage of the power
cord.
Not doing so may cause fire or electric shock.
• To disconnect the power cord,grasp the plug firmly and pull.
Never tug on the cord, doing so may cause damage and
could result in fire or electric shock.
• The equipment must be connected to a grounded main outlet.
Not doing so may cause fire or electric shock.
WARNING

6PRECAUTIONS
• Use the correct voltage.
* The unit is designed for use with a specific voltage only. Connection to
another voltage than specified in this User’s Manual may cause fire,
electric shock, or other damage.
* Do not overload your power circuit, as this may result in fire or electric
shock.
* For proper connections of the power cord, be certain to plug the power cord
to the provided unit connector and directly to a wall outlet. Not doing so may
result in fire or electric shock.
• Handle the power cord with care.
* Do not place the cord underneath the unit or other heavy objects.
* Do not pull on or tie the cord.
If the power cord becomes damaged, stop using it.
Use of a damaged cord may result in fire or electric shock.
• Never touch the plug and power cord if it begins to thunder.
Touching them may result in electric shock.
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PRECAUTIONS 7
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• Handle with care when carrying the unit.
Disconnect the power cord and signal cables and remove the optional unit.
Moving the unit with the cord or the option attached is dangerous. It may result
in injury or equipment damage.
• Do not move it alone. Always work with another person.
Moving it alone may cause lower back pain. Also note that the unit is heavier
at the front than at the rear.
• Do not block the ventilation slots on the cabinet.
* Do not place books or any other papers on the ventilation slots.
* Do not install the unit in a closed space.
* Do not use the unit laying down or upside down.
* Do not remove the tilt-swivel stand.
Using the unit in this way block the ventilation slots and prevents proper
airflow, leading to fire or other damage.
• Do not sit on the cabinet or place any heavy objects on the cabinet.
A unit with heavy objects on it may fall or be damaged and result in injury.
• Do not touch the plug with wet hands.
Touching the plug with wet hands is dangerous and can cause electrical
shock.
• Use an easily accessible power outlet.
This will ensure that you can disconnect the power quickly in case of a
problem.
• Periodically clean the area around the plug.
Buildup of dust, water, or oil on the plug may result in fire.
• Unplug the unit before cleaning it.
Cleaning the unit while it is plugged into a power outlet may result in electric
shock.
• If you plan to leave the unit unused for an extended period, disconnect
the power cord from the wall socket after turning off the power switch for
the safety and the power conservation.
CAUTION

81. INTRODUCTION
1. INTRODUCTION
Thank you very much for choosing an EIZO Color Display Monitor.
1-1. Features
•Horizontal scanning frequency of 30-130 kHz
Vertical scanning frequency of 50-160 Hz
•Fine contrast function with a wider margin provides for a more brightly contrasted
picture (See page 15)
•Power saving system and off timer system (See page 16)
•Adjustment lock function, to prevent any accidental changes (See page 17)
•Dual inputs with individual color configuration (See page 17)
1-2. Package Contents
Please contact your local dealer for assistance if any of the listed items are missing
or damaged.
•Monitor
•Power Cord
•Signal Cable (MD-C87 or MD-C100)
•User’s Manual
•Warranty Registration Card
•Please retain the packing materials for future transference.

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1-3. Controls & Connectors
Front
(1) ScreenManager™
(2) BNC/D-SUB Selection Button
(3) AUTO-SIZING Button
(4) QuickSet™Control Pad
(Hereinafter “Control Pad”)
(5) Power Indicator
Indicated color Power-on status
Green Power is on (Normal mode)
Flashing Green Power save mode 1
Advance notice of
monitor’s off Timer*1
Yellow Power save mode 2
Flashing Yellow Power save mode with
monitor’s off Timer*1
(6) Power Switch
(7) Power Terminal*2 (with a cover)
Rear
(8) Power Connector
(9) D-Sub Mini 15 Pin Input Connector
(10) BNC Input Connector
*1Regarding the “Off Timer”, see page 16.
*2Power Terminal can be used with an optional
i·Sound Sound Unit.
(2)
(7)
(6)(5)(4)(3)
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2. INSTALLATION
2-1. Connecting the monitor to the PC
•Be sure that the power switches of both of the PC and the monitor are OFF.
1. Plug the signal cable into the connector at the rear of the monitor
and the other end of the cable into the video connector on the PC.
After connecting, secure the connection with the screw-in fasteners.
•Standard graphics board
•Macintosh
Signal Cable (Enclosed)
Macintosh Adapter (Optional)
Please consult EIZO dealer.
Signal Cable (Enclosed)
Standard graphics board
Video Output Connector
D-Sub mini 15 pin
Macintosh (Blue & White)
Video Output Connector
D-Sub mini 15 pin
Macintosh
Video Output Connector
D-Sub 15 pin

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2. Plug the power cord into the power connector at the rear of the
monitor. Then, plug the other end of the cord into a power outlet.
3. Turn on the monitor first, then the PC.
The monitor’s power indicator will light up (green). The monitor will warm up
briefly, then display an image. Whenever finishing your operation, turn off the
PC and the monitor.
(If an image does not appear, make sure that all connections have been made
properly. Refer to the “TROUBLE SHOOTING”(See page 18) for additional
advice).
•Generally, for maximum viewing comfort, position the
monitor slightly below eye level. Staring at the monitor
for prolonged periods can cause eyestrain. Be sure to
take adequate rests.
(A 10-minute rest period each hour is suggested).
•Use the enclosed power cord and connect to the standard
power outlet of your country. Be sure to remain within
the rated voltage of the power cord.
Not doing so may cause in fire or electric shock.
•The equipment must be connected to a grounded main
outlet.
Not doing so may cause in fire or electric shock.
WARNING
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2-2. Getting Ready for Operation
Try each setting procedure if necessary in the following cases.
1. The display image size and/or position is incorrect
ÆÆ
ÆÆ
ÆPress the AUTO-SIZING button on the front panel.
The AUTO-SIZING function centers the displayed image, aligning the image’s
borders with respect to the monitor frame. In general, press the AUTO-SIZING
button whenever changing the graphics board or the resolution p.25), or when
image size and/or position is incorrect.
2. The display area is too large or too small
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ÆReadjust the refresh rates.
Readjust the preferred refresh rates in accordance with the following look-up-
table. Refer to the PC or graphics board manuals on how to change the refresh
rates.
[The maximum (non-interlaced) vertical refresh rates for the model]
•About Plug & Play of the monitor
When your computer and display support VESA DDC, the suitable resolution
and the refresh rate are set by just plugging your display into the computer
without any manual settings.
When your computer system supports Plug & Play, the Display Information
File is not required except for installing the Color Profile.
3. Further adjustment is required
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ÆAdjust the screen using the ScreenManager (See page 14).
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3. SCREEN ADJUSTMENT
•Allow the monitor to stabilize for at least 30 minutes before making image
adjustments.
3-1. How to use the ScreenManager
Use the control pad on the front panel. The control pad can
bepressedin5directions,“Enter”,“Up”,“Down”,“Left”
and“Right”.
1. Entering the ScreenManager
Display the ScreenManager “Main menu”by pressing the “Enter”of the
control pad. Main menu displays the current connector type and frequency of
the input signal.
Up
Down
Left Right
Enter
2. Making Adjustments and Settings
(1) Select the desired icon by using “Up”, “Down”, “Left”and “Right”keys.
(2) Press the “Enter”key to display each adjustment/setting menu or “Sub
menu”.
(3) Make the required adjustments/settings by using the control pad.
(4) To save the adjustments/settings and return to the Main menu, press the
“Enter”key.
3. Exiting the ScreenManager
To exit the ScreenManager, select the “Exit from the “Main menu”and press
the Enter key. Pushing the down arrow key twice goes to the “Exit”
position instantly.
•Leaving the ScreenManager idle for 45 seconds or more will turn the adjustment off
automatically without saving.
•The brightness and contrast can be adjusted by pressing the Up, Down, Left and
Right keys of the control pad directly. Press the center of the control pad to save
exit the settings after the adjustment.
Main menu
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14 3. SCREEN ADJUSTMENT
Main menu Sub menu Adjustments and Settings See page
Contrast —Screen contrast and brightness*—
Size —Screen size —
Position —Screen position —
Screen Side Pin Side pin balance —
Trapezoidal Distortion —
Tilt Inclination —
Uniformity Uniformity p.25) p. 20
Convergence Convergence p.24) p. 20
MoiréReduction Moirép.24) p. 19
Fine Contrast To brighten the photo, picture image
or movie p. 15
Signal Filter 1 To decrease the slightly shadowed
images or characters p. 19
Signal Filter 2 To decrease the vertical bars p. 19
Color Color Mode To select the adjustment mode,
standard or custom p. 15
“Standard”p. 15
Temperature To set the color temperature p.24) p. 15
“Custom”To adjust each color,
(Red, Green and Blue) p. 15
Others PowerManager To set the power save
(with PC’s power saving system) p. 16
Off Timer To set the power save
(with Monitor’s off timer) p. 16
Degauss To degauss P.24) p. 20
Button Setting To customize the button function p. 15
Menu Position To adjust the menu position of
the ScreenManager —
Input Signal To select the input signal of Automatic
or Manual p. 17
Reset To return to the factory default setting p. 20
*When a black background (e.g. DOS text) is used, setting the brightness at its
maximum is recommended because a dark setting will result in eyestrain due to
high character contrast.
Adjustments and Settings

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3-2. Color
Adjust the color using by <Color> menu.
1. To set the color temperature
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ÆSet the <Temperature>.
Temperature can be set from 4,000 K to 10,000 K, in 500 K increments.
(Including the 9,300 K default setting.)
2. To adjust each color tone, (Red, Green and Blue)
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ÆAdjust the <Gain>p.24) and <Cut off>p.24).
Change the <Color Mode> to <Custom>. The values shown in percentages (%)
for both the Cutoff and Gain are available only as a reference tool.
(1)First, set the monitor to maximum contrast and brightness.
(2)<Temperature> Set the color temperature that is close to the desired color.
(3)Adjust each color to become a uniform black level by using the <Cutoff>
function.
(4)Adjust each color to the desired white level by using the <Gain> function.
(5)Select <Save> and then press the Enter key.
(The adjustment data will be lost, if the monitor is turned off without saving
changes.)
3-3. Fine Contrast
Set the contrast by using <Screen> menu.
1. To set the most suitable brightness of the screen
ÆÆ
ÆÆ
ÆSelect the <Fine Contrast> .
Select from the following modes to adjust the most suitable brightness of the
screen.
Text •The text on word processor or spreadsheet software
Picture •The photo or picture image
Movie •The animated images (games, DVDs)
•The still images that are dark
2. To change the fine contrast mode easily
ÆÆ
ÆÆ
ÆCustomize the AUTO-SIZING button function for the
mode selection.
Selecting the <Fine Contrast> on the <Button Setting> in the <Others> menu
allows you to use the AUTO-SIZING button as the fine contrast mode selection.
Pushing this button displays the contrast in order.
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3-4. Power Save
There are two power save settings choose the setting which matches your
environment.
Set the power saving setting by using <Others> menu.
•Do your part to conserve energy, turn off the monitor when you are finished using
it. Complete energy use can only be accomplished by disconnecting the monitor’s
power supply cord from the plug receptacle.
1. To use the PC’s power saving system (VESA DPMSp.25))
ÆÆ
ÆÆ
ÆSelect “ON” in the <PowerManager> menu.
[Procedure]
(1) Set the PC’s power saving settings.
(2) Select “ON”in the <PowerManager> menu.
[Power saving system]
PC Signal Screen LED
ON Operation Green
STAND-BY Blank screen Green
SUSPEND Power save (Mode 1) Flashing green
OFF Power save (Mode 2) Yellow
2. To use the Monitor’s off timer system
ÆÆ
ÆÆ
ÆSelect “ON” in the <Off Timer> menu.
Without the PC’s power saving system, the off timer allows the monitor to enter
a powersave mode after a predetermined amount of time has lapsed.
[Procedure]
Select “Enable”and press the left/right keys on the control pad to set the “On
period”. (1 to 23 hours)
Press any direction of the control pad or to turn the power off then on again to
return to a normal screen.
[Power saving system]
Time Screen LED
On period (1-23) Operation Green
Last 15 min. in“On period”Advance notice* Flashing green
“On period”expired Power save mode Flashing yellow
* To delay entering the power save mode, press any direction of the control pad
during the advance notice mode. The monitor will continue to operate for an
additional 90 minutes.

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3-5. Adjustment Lock
Use the “Adjustment Lock”function to prevent any accidental changes.
Locked function •Adjustments and settings in the ScreenManager.
•AUTO-SIZING button.
Unlocked function •Adjustment of contrast and brightness by the shortcut keys.
•BNC/D-Sub Selection button.
[To lock]
Press on the AUTO-SIZING button while switching on the monitor’s power.
[To unlock]
Switch off the monitor’s power, then hold down the AUTO-SIZING button once
again and turn the power back on.
3-6. Connecting two PCs to the Monitor
Two PCs can be connected to the monitor through the BNC/D-Sub input connections
on the back of the monitor.
(Example)
1. Selecting the active input
Every time the BNC/D-Sub selection button is pressed, the input changes in
order.
[Automatically selecting the input signal for screen]
The monitor will automatically detect the inputted signal of either the BNC or
D-SUB connection for display. When turning on the monitor, the first inputted
signal will be displayed.
(1) Select <Input Signal> in the <Others> menu.
(2) Select <Auto>.
2. Saving the adjustment data
The adjustment data can be saved for both signals. However, the following
adjustment and setting data can be saved for each input signal (BNC/D-Sub).
<Contrast>, <Fine Contrast>, <Temperature>, <Custom>, <Signal Filter 1> and
<Signal Filter 2>
Apple Macintosh
(Blue & White)
Standard graphics board
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MD-C53A (Optional)

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4. TROUBLESHOOTING
If a problem persists even after applying the suggested remedies, contact an EIZO dealer.
*The bracket < > indicates the function of ScreenManager
Problems Points to check with possible solutions
1. No picture
•Indicator status: Off
•Indicator status: Green
•Indicator status:
Flashing Green / Yellow
•Indicator status:
Flashing Yellow
2. Following messages appear.
•“No signal detected”
error message appears.
•“Out of range”error
message appears.
Whenever an error signal
message appears, the
signal frequency will be
displayed in red.
(Example)
3. The image vibrates on the
screen.
Check that the power cord is correctly connected.
If the problem persists, turn off the monitor power for a
few minutes, then turn it back on and try again.
Check the Contrast and Brightness.
Try pressing a key on the keyboard, or clicking the mouse.
(p. 16)
Try pressing the AUTO-SIZING button or control pad or
turn the monitor off and then on. (p. 16)
These messages appear when the signal is not inputted
correctly, even if the monitor functions properly. Error
messages will remain on the screen for 30 seconds.
When the image is displayed correctly after a short time,
it is not a monitor’s problem. (Some PC does not output
the signal soon after powering on).
Check that the PC is turned ON.
Check that the signal cable is properly connected to the
PC or graphics board.
Switch the signal input by pressing the BNC/D-Sub
selection button on the front control panel.
Use the graphics board’s utility software to change the
frequency setting. (Refer to the manual of the graphics
board).
Check that the signal cable is properly connected to the
PC or graphics board.
The monitor may be located close to a device that is
generating a magnetic field. Such devices include
speakers (other than the EIZO optional i·Sound speaker),
electric motors, high-voltage cables, and other monitors.
It may be solved by turning off or moving the interfering
device, or by relocating the monitor.

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Problems Points to check with possible solutions
Use of the <MoiréReduction> adjustment may cause a
slight vibration. To eliminate the vibration, set the
adjustment level to lower percentage or 0%.
If the volume level of the EIZO optional i·Sound speaker
is too high, it may, in some cases, cause a slight
vibration. To eliminate, turn down the volume of the
speaker.
Flicker will occur with interlaced scanning, or non-
interlaced scanning with a low refresh rate. All EIZO
monitors are capable of reproducing high refresh rates
for non-interlaced scanning. If a problem occurs when
using a non-interlaced signal, try adjusting the graphics
board to increase the refresh rate (if possible). Refer to
the graphics board manual for information.
Reduce the moiréusing the <MoiréReduction>.
Change the horizontal and vertical size of the display
area.
Change the selected desktop or wallpaper pattern to any
solid color pattern. For detailed information on how to
change these patterns, refer to the PC and operating
system manual.
Change the mode of <Signal Filter 1>.
Change the refresh rate. Refer to the PC and graphics
board manual for information.
Adjust to decrease the vertical bars at the
<Signal Filter 2>.
3. (The continuation)
4. The image is flickering.
5. Moirépatterns appear.
6. The characters and images
have a slight shadow on
their right side.
7. The characters and images
have several vertical bars
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Problems Points to check with possible solutions
Adjust the <Contrast> (Contrast and Brightness).
Some signal timing can be the cause of this problem. To
correct this, turn off the monitor, then hold down the
“down”arrow key while turning on the monitor again.
This will change the signal timing and brighten the
screen. If the above operation is repeated, the screen
becomes dark again.
When the monitor is not fully warmed up, the screen may
look slightly colored, e.g. bluish or reddish. This
phenomenon is due to the unstableness of the electron gun
during its warm-up period. Wait for about 30 minutes
until the monitor stabilizes in order to gain its proper
color.
Adjust the <Degauss>.
Return the factory default setting by using <Reset>.
Note that all the ScreenManager parameters will be
returned to the factory default setting. (p. 22)
Adjust the <Uniformity>.
Try adjusting the <Convergence>. The <Convergence>
function adjusts the entire screen. It is not possible to
limit adjustment to specific screen areas.
The Auto sizing function is intended for use on the
Macintosh and on AT-compatible PC running Windows.
It may not work properly if either of the following cases.
•You are running an AT-compatible PC on MS-DOS
(Not windows).
•The background color for the “wall paper”or
“desktop”pattern is set to black.
Some signals from graphics board may not function
properly.
The Adjustment Lock is probably on.
To unlock: Turn off the monitor power, then hold down
the AUTO-SIZING button once again and turn the power
back on. (p. 17)
The AUTO-SIZING function may be set “Fine Contrast”
in the <Button Setting>. Change the setting to “Auto
Sizing”. (p. 15)
8. The entire screen appears
too dark or bright.
9. Color is abnormal.
•The entire screen appears
bluish or reddish.
•Color purity is not
uniform.
•Misconvergence of
colors(red, green, blue)
10. AUTO-SIZING button
does not work properly.
11. ScreenManager/AUTO-
SIZING button does not
operate.