Eizo FlexScan T566 User manual

FlexScan‚
User’s Manual
Important
Please read this User's Manual carefully to familiarize yourself with safe
and effective usage procedures. Please retain this manual for future
reference.
Color Display Monitor
T566

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This manual uses the safety symbols below. They denote critical information. Please read them
carefully.
WARNING
Failure to abide b
y
the information in a WARNING ma
y
result in serious in
j
ur
y
and
can be life threatening.
CAUTION
Failure to abide by the information in a CAUTION may result in moderate injury
and/or property or product damage.
Indicates a prohibited action.
Indicates to ground for safety.
Copyright© 2002 by EIZO NANAO CORPORATION. All rights reserved. No part of this
manual may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted, in any form or by any
means, electronic, mechanical, or otherwise, without the prior written permission of Eizo Nanao
Corporation.
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ursuant to Eizo Nanao Cor
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oration's recei
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said information. Although every effort has been made to ensure that this manual provides up-
to-date information, please note that EIZO monitor specifications are subject to change without
notice.
ENERGY STAR is a U.S. registered mark.
Apple and Macintosh are registered trademarks of Apple Computer, Inc.
VGA is a registered trademark of International Business Machines Corporation.
DPMS is a trademark and VESA is a registered trademark of Video Electronics Standards
Association.
Windows is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation.
ScreenManager and PowerManager, QuickSet and i·Sound are trademarks of Eizo Nanao
Corporation.
FlexScan, SuperErgoCoat and EIZO are registered trademarks of Eizo Nanao Corporation.
As an ENERGY STAR®Partner, Eizo Nanao Corporation has determined that this
product meets the ENERGY STAR guidelines for energy efficiency.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
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TABLE OF 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. SCREEN ADJUSTMENT ...................................................................... 13
3-1. How to use the ScreenManager ..................................................................13
3-2. Fine Contrast ..............................................................................................15
3-3. Color ..........................................................................................................16
3-4. Power Save .................................................................................................18
3-5. Adjustment Lock ........................................................................................19
3-6. Connecting two PCs to the Monitor...........................................................20
4. TROUBLESHOOTING........................................................................... 21
5. CLEANING ............................................................................................ 26
6. SPECIFICATIONS ................................................................................. 27
7. GLOSSARY........................................................................................... 30

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4PRECAUTIONS
PRECAUTIONS
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 unit (refer to the figure below).
[Location of the Caution Statements]
WARNING
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.

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PRECAUTIONS
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WARNING
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.
Place the unit on a strong, stable surface.
A unit placed on an inadequate surface may fall, resulting in injury or
equipment damage.
When the unit is dropped, please ask your dealer for advice. Do not continue
using a damaged unit. Using a damaged unit may result in fire or electric
shock.
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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
p
lace in the trans
p
ortation s
y
stem (shi
p
, 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 in 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.
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6PRECAUTIONS
WARNING
The equipment must be connected to a grounded main outlet.
Not doing so may cause in fire or electric shock.
Use the correct voltage.
* Do not overload your power circuit, as this may result in fire or electric
shock.
* 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.
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
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CAUTION
Handle with care when carrying the unit.
Disconnect the power cord and 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.
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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 lying down or upside down.
* Do not remove the tilt-swivel stand.
Using the unit in these ways blocks 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 them may result in electric 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.

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81. INTRODUCTION
1. INTRODUCTION
Thank you very much for choosing an EIZO Color Display Monitor.
1-1. Features
• Horizontal scanning frequency of 30-96kHz
Vertical scanning frequency of 50-160 Hz
• Support to sRGB standard (See page 31.)
• Max Brightness 400 cd/m2bright screen (when the movie mode is selected.)
• The color restoration circuit that can keep stable brightness and color-tone for a long
period supported (See page 16.)
• Fine contrast modes, to adjust the most suitable brightness and contrast of the screen
(See page 15.)
• The EIZO CRT Utility Disk enclosed (See readme.txt in the CD-ROM for details.)
- The utility software “ScreenManager Pro for USB” (for Windows) to control a
monitor from a PC with a mouse and a keyboard
- The software “ActiveGamma” (for Windows/Macintosh) to assign fine contrast
modes to applications
- The software “DesktopViewer” (for Windows) to display bright and clear still
images
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)
• Setup Guide
• EIZO CRT Utility Disk (for Windows/Macintosh)
• EIZO USB Cable (MD-C93)
• LIMITED WARRANTY
NOTE
• Please retain the packing materials for future transference.
• The EIZO USB cable is used when using the software in the EIZO CRT Utility Disk.
For information on the software, refer to the readme.txt in the EIZO CRT Utility Disk.

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1. INTRODUCTION 9
1-3. Controls & Connectors
Front Rear
(1) BNC/D-SUB Selection Button
(2) AUTO/FINE MODE button
Push the button lightly: Fine Contrast Mode Selection button
Press and hold the button more than 2 seconds: AUTO-SIZING button
(3) QuickSet™ Control Pad
(Hereinafter “Control Pad”)
(4) Power Indicator
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
Off Power is off
(5) Power Switch
(6) Power Terminal*2 (with a cover)
(7) ScreenManager™
(8) Power Connector
(9) D-Sub mini 15 pin connector
(10) BNC Input Connector
(11) USB Port*3
Upstream port x 1
*1 Regarding the "Off Timer", see page 19.
*2 Power Terminal can be used with an optional i⋅Sound Sound Unit.
*3 USB Port is used when using the software EIZO CRT Utility Disk. (See page 11.)
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10 2. INSTALLATION
2. INSTALLATION
2-1. Connecting the monitor to the PC
NOTE
• 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.
Signal Cable Connector PC
Signal Cable (enclosed)
D-Sub mini 15 pin
connector
 Standard Graphics Board
 Macintosh G3 (Blue &
White) / G4
Signal Cable (enclosed) +
Adapter* (optional)
D-Sub 15 pin
connector
 Macintosh
* Macintosh Adapter (optional)
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.