ELSA ECOMO 17DFP99 User manual

ELSA ECOMOTM 17DFP99
User Manual

No. 21625/0799
© 1999 ELSA AG, Aachen (Germany)
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Preface
Thank you for placing your trust in this ELSA product.
With the
ELSA ECOMO 17DFP99 you have selected one of ELSA's high-end monitors.
ELSA products are subject to the highest of standards in production and quality control
which are the foundation for consistently high product quality. This monitor was espe-
cially designed for the demands of professional users, and distinguishes itself with an
extraordinary degree of reliability.
If you have questions to the topics covered in this manual or require additional help, our
online services are at your disposal around the clock. The complete range of support
and services provided by ELSA can be found in the 'Advice and Help' chapter.
In very urgent cases the ELSA Support Hotline can be reached under the following num-
bers:
Germany Aachen [phone]
Austria Vienna [phone]
Belgium Brussels [phone]
Denmark Copenhagen [phone]
France Paris [phone]
Italy Milan [phone]
Netherlands Amsterdam [phone]
Spain Madrid [phone]
Switzerland Zurich [phone]
United Kingdom London [phone]

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Contents
Introduction .................................................................................................................... 1
General information................................................................................................ 1
Key features............................................................................................................ 1
Checklist.................................................................................................................. 1
Safety precautions.................................................................................................. 2
Power ................................................................................................................. 2
Plugs................................................................................................................... 2
Power and extension cords................................................................................ 2
Environment ....................................................................................................... 2
CE conformity and FCC radiation standard............................................................. 4
Controls and functions ................................................................................................. 5
Front view................................................................................................................ 5
Rear view ................................................................................................................ 6
Installation ...................................................................................................................... 7
Installing the DFP graphics board........................................................................... 7
Connecting the LCD monitor................................................................................... 7
Adjusting display angle........................................................................................... 8
Tilting ................................................................................................................. 8
Rotating.............................................................................................................. 8
Troubleshooting ........................................................................................................... 10
The monitor does not respond after you turn on the system .......................... 10
After installing the landscape software,
the operating system does not start properly.................................................. 10
The characters on the screen are dim ............................................................. 10
The screen is blank .......................................................................................... 10
Timing guide ................................................................................................................. 11
Specifications .............................................................................................................. 12
The USB function under Windows........................................................................ 13
What does USB stand for?............................................................................... 13
Who can use USB?........................................................................................... 13
Checking for USB support ................................................................................ 14
Appendix .......................................................................................................................15
TCO '99.................................................................................................................. 15
ELSA-ServiceDirect................................................................................................ 18
Warranty conditions.............................................................................................. 19

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Introduction
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Introduction
General information
ELSA ECOMO 17DFP99 Complying to the new Digital Flat Panel (DFP) video standard, the
ELSA ECOMO 17DFP99 represents the latest state-of-the-art in digital display technol-
ogy. It is built around an active-matrix, Thin Film Transistor (TFT) LCD panel with an 15"
Viewable Image Size (VIS), capable of a 1024 x 768 maximum resolution.
The
ECOMO 17DFP99 , due to small footprint coupled with crisp, sharp display quality, is
ideal for those who prefer more desktop working space and the highest video perfor-
mance on a large screen size. Additionally, the
ECOMO 17DFP99 offers a pivot function
for portrait display capability.
Key features
쮿15" TFT Liquid Crystal Display
쮿Anti-glare and hard coating treatment
쮿Super wide viewing angle
쮿Pure digital signaling for superior video performance
쮿Digital Flat Panel (DFP) Standard MDR 20-pin input
쮿18-bit, 262K displayable colors
쮿VESA FPMPMI Standard compliant mounting interface
쮿Light weight, compact design (5.5kg)
쮿VESA DPMS compatible power saving
쮿DDC2B Plug&Play compatible
쮿Through-type USB ports
쮿Pivot function for portrait display mode
Checklist
Before operating this monitor, please ensure that all the items listed below are included
in your package:
쮿The
ELSA ECOMO 17DFP99 monitor
쮿Warranty statement
쮿Power cord (from AC outlet to AC/DC adapter)
쮿MDR 26 to 20-pin signal cable
쮿USB cable

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쮿ELSA driver and utilities CD
쮿ELSA DFP graphics board
쮿PDI Portrait Display CD, providing driver for rotating the LCD panel
Safety precautions
Power
Use the type of power indicated on the marking label.
Plugs
쮿Do not remove any parts of the monitor’s three-pronged power plug.
쮿Disconnect the power plug from the AC outlet when the monitor will not be used for
an indefinite period of time.
Power and extension cords
쮿Use the proper power cord with correct plug type. If the power source is 120V AC,
use a power cord that has UL and CSA approvals. If the power source is a 240V AC
supply, use the tandem (T blade) type attachment plug with ground conductor power
cord that meets the respective European countries’safety regulations, such as VDE
for Germany.
쮿We recommend using the power cord supplied with the product. However, if
another type of power cord is required, H05VV-F or VW-1, 18AWG x 3G should be
used.
쮿Do not overload wall outlets or power cords. Be sure that the total of all units
plugged into the wall outlet does not exceed 7 amperes.
쮿Be sure that the total ampere rating of all units plugged into the extension cord does
not exceed the rating of the cord.
쮿If the monitor power supply cord requires a connection to the PC instead of the wall
outlet, this equipment is to be used with an UL approved computers which has
receptacle rate of 100~240V AC, 50/60Hz, 2.0A (minimum).
쮿Do not place anything on the power cord. Do not locate the product where a person
may walk or trip over the cord.
Environment
쮿Place the monitor on a flat and leveled surface.
쮿Place the monitor in a well-ventilated area.

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쮿Keep the monitor away from:
–Rain or water
–Excessive heat, cold or humid area
–Areas exposed to direct sunlight
–Dusty surroundings
–Equipment that generates strong magnetic fields

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CE conformity and FCC radiation standard
CE
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits of the European
Council Directive on the approximation of the laws of the member states relating to elec-
tromagnetic compatibility (89/336/EEC) according to EN 55022 class B.
FCC
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital
device pursuant to Part 15 of the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Rules.
CE and FCC
These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against radio frequency inter-
ference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate
radio frequency energy. It may interfere with to radio communications if not installed and
used in accordance with the instructions. However, there is no guarantee that interfer-
ence will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause interference
to radio or television reception (this can be determined by turning this equipment off and
on), the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the follow-
ing measures:
쮿Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
쮿Increase the distance between this equipment and the receiver.
쮿Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit other than that to which the receiver
is connected.
쮿Consult your dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician.
쮿Caution: To comply with the limits for an FCC Class B computing device, always use
a shielded signal cable.
Caution to the user: The Federal Communications Commission warns the user that
changes or modifications to the unit not expressly approved by the party responsible for
compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.

Controls and functions
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Controls and functions
Save the shipping carton and packing material for storage or in case shipping the unit is
needed in the future. Place the LCD downward on its face when storing it back into the
carton.
Front view
Button: This button is used to decrease the brightness of the image.
Power button: This button is used to power down to enter the standby “soft-off”
mode of the monitor.
button: This button is used to increase the brightness of the image.

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Rear view
Power Connector
Power Switch: This switch turns the monitor power on or off
Signal Connector: This is for connecting the signal cable.
USB Downstream: This downstream port is for connecting other USB devices, such
as mouses or cameras.
This upstream port is for connecting to USB downstream connector on your PC or a
USB hub.

Installation
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Installation
When you disconnect the cord/cables, always pull by the connector, not the cord.
Installing the DFP graphics board
Please refer to the card’s installation guides. The DFP graphics board is an optional item
in your monitor package and it may not be included depending on the configuration you
have ordered.
Connecting the LCD monitor
햲Connect one end of the signal cable (MDR26) to the monitor and the other end
(MDR20) to the MDR connector of the graphics board (쐃).
햳Connect the square B-type connector of the USB cable to the upstream port of the
monitor and the other end (flat A-type) to the computer (쐇).
햴Connect one end of the power cord to the monitor and the other end to the AC outlet
(쐋).
햵Turn on the monitor by pressing the power switch to the on position 'I' (쐏).
햶Then turn on the computer.

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Adjusting display angle
Tilting
For viewing clarity, you can tilt the LCD forward (up to 5 degrees), or backward (up to 15
degrees).
Do not touch the screen surface when you tilt the monitor.
Rotating
You can change the orientation of the LCD display. Please refer to the included PDI soft-
ware package for Portrait display software installation.
Landscape to portrait
Tilt the LCD fully backward (15 degrees) and rotate it clockwise until it clicks into place.

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Portrait to landscape
Tilt the LCD fully backward (15 degrees) and rotate it counter clockwise until it clicks
into place.

Troubleshooting
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Troubleshooting
The monitor does not respond after you turn on the system
쮿Check if the monitor is turned on.
쮿Turn off the power and check the monitor power cord and signal cable for proper
connection.
쮿Please make shure to use the latest BIOS version and drivers for the DFP graphics
board.
After installing the landscape software, the operating system
does not start properly
쮿First boot the system in VGA safe mode, then uninstall the landscape software,
make shure to install the correct monitor INF-file to setup the display to the OS. Then
reinstall the landscape tool again.
The characters on the screen are dim
쮿Refer to the 'Controls and functions' section to adjust the brightness.
The screen is blank
쮿During operation, the monitor screen may automatically power down due to the
power saving feature. Move the mouse or press any key to see if the screen comes
back.
쮿Refer to the 'Controls and functions' section to adjust the brightness.
Do not disassemble the monitor. Contact your dealer if service is needed.

Timing guide
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Timing guide
Due to its digital design and the implementation of the new digital standard interface,
the Monitor will support resolutions used in the Digital Flat Panel (DFP) Standard up to
1024 x 768. The Monitor also supports lower resolutions (800 x 600, 640 x 480, etc.) by
scaling these lower resolution modes up to the 1024 x 768 resolution required by the
monitor. Scaling of lower resolutions is performed at the personal computer to ensure
all resolutions can be displayed full-screen on the Monitor.

Specifications
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Specifications
Specifications are subject to change without prior notice due to our policy of continuous
product improvement. ELSA AG shall not be liable for technical or editorial errors or
omissions contained herein; nor for incidental or consequential damages whatsoever
resulting from furnishing, performance or use of this material.
LCD Panel 15" TFT LCD module, anti-glare and hard coating
Monitor
Effective display size 15'' (38.1cm diagonal)
Resolution (max./native) SXGA 1024 x 768
Displayable colors 262K colors
Brightness 200Cd/m2(typical)
Contrast ration 300:1 (typical)
Viewing angles ± 70°horizontal, ± 60°vertical
Response time 45ms (typical)
User controls Power, brightness
USB 1 upstream port, 1 downstream port
Plug & Play DDC2B
Interface DFP (Digital Flat Panel)
Cable DFP MDR 26/20 signal cable
Power Supply
Imbedded universal power system 100~240V AC
Maximal power consumption (ON mode) 20W
Power saving mode < 5W
Dimension & weight
Size 38.5mm x 203mm x 365mm
Weight 12.0lbs. (5.5Kg)
Environments
Temperature Operating: 5°C~35°C, Storage: -20°C~55°C
Humidity Operating: 10%~80% (non-condensing)
Storage: 90% (non-condensing)
Altitude Operating: up to 10,000ft, storage: up to 30,000ft
Certifications UL, FCC-DOC, TCO'99, CUL, CE, TÜV/GS

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The USB function under Windows
What does USB stand for?
USB stands for “Universal Serial Bus“and defines a new interface standard which is
clearly more convenient for the PC user. This increased convenience concerns the con-
nection and configuration of peripheral devices. Up to 127 peripherals such as keyboard,
mouse, modem removable drives and digital cameras for videoconferencing can be con-
nected to a USB system. With USB, each peripheral device is configured automatically.
The USB standard defines a uniform connector type, making special cables, proprietary
connectors and interfaces and special installation software unnecessary. This elimi-
nates the all-too-well-known cable spaghetti that can result and the risk of hardware
damage due to an incorrect connection. The fact that all the devices can be connected
to each other––similar to a network––is also a great advantage. It means a high degree
of flexibility when planning the layout of the devices: Not all peripheral devices have to
be connected centrally to the computer.
Who can use USB?
The USB function is available to you if your hardware and operating system support USB.
In this case, it is the Windows system that checks the hardware, sets up the USB and
controls the attached devices.
USB support is already integrated in Windows 98. This may be different with older ver-
sions of Windows 95. Not all Windows 95 versions support USB.

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Checking for USB support
Open up the Control Panel by selecting Start 왘Settings 왘System. In the Device
Manager view the list of devices available in the system.
For further information on USB please refer to www.usb.org.
The Windows system Device Manager shows
you whether the USB controller is installed or
not.