ELSA ECOMO 340 User manual

ELSA ECOMO
TM
340

© 2000 ELSA AG, Aachen (Germany)
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Preface
Thank you for placing your trust in this product.
With the ELSA ECOMO 340 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 especially designed for the demands of
professional users, and distinguishes itself with a high degree of reliability.
This documentation was compiled by several members of our staff from a
variety of departments in order to ensure you the best possible support when
using your ELSA product.
Further information on the Internet at 'www.elsa.com'
Our online services 'www.elsa.com' are available to you around the clock
should you have any queries regarding your ELSA ECOMO 340 or require any
further support.
Our KnowledgeBase can be found at 'www.elsa.com/support'. In the
'Support' file section under 'Know-How', you can find answers to frequently
asked questions (FAQs). Current drivers, firmware, tools and manuals can be
downloaded at any time.
The KnowledgeBase can also be found on the CD.

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Contents
1 Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
1.1 Package contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
1.2 Setup and operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
1.3 The proper care for your screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
2 Aspects of your monitor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
2.1 Front view . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
2.2 Back view . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
3 Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
3.1 Connecting the LCD monitor. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
3.2 The installation of the drivers under Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
4 Monitor settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
4.1 Opening and using the OSD menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
4.2 When you turn the monitor on for the first time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
4.2.1 Setting the language of the OSD menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
4.2.2 Three steps to an optimal picture. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
4.3 OSD functions in detail . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
4.3.1 Brightness and contrast . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
4.3.2 Color space and color correction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
4.3.3 Position . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
4.3.4 Expanded screen settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
4.3.5 Other . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
4.3.6 Auto configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
5 Advice and help . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
5.1 The monitor does not respond when you start the computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
5.2 The monitor does not properly show individual pixels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
5.3 The picture is too dark . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
5.4 The monitor displays colors incorrectly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
5.5 The picture isn't sharp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
5.6 The display of circles and squares is distorted . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
5.7 How can I change the resolution? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
5.8 How can I change the refresh rate?. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
5.9 Does the monitor also work under Linux and MacOS? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
5.10 Error message: “No Signal“. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
5.11 Error message: “Input Mode not supported“. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

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6 Technical data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
6.1 Performance data and specifications. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
6.2 Applicable video synchronizations. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
6.3 The VGA D-shell socket . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
7 Appendix . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
7.1 TCO ’99 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
7.2 CE conformity and FCC radiation standard. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
7.3 ELSA ServiceDirect for ELSA ECOMO monitors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
7.4 Warranty conditions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

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1 Introduction
This chapter provides you with important operational advice and general
information about your new LCD monitor.
The following lists several of the advantages of this LCD monitor. You will
uncover the other advantages yourself when you actually use the monitor.
In comparison to regular monitors, its low radiation and reduced flicker
characteristics significantly minimizes adverse stress to your health.
LCD monitors are light and very compact, making them easy to transport.
LCD monitors do not consume a lot of energy: this is good for your electric
bill as well as for the environment!
The specially designed housing is both pretty and ergonomic.
In operation, LCD monitors are not that much different from regular
monitors and can be used much in the same way. You do not need to
install any extra hardware. The device is plug&play.
1.1 Package contents
Please ensure that the delivery is complete. When opening the package,
please check that the following components are included:
LCD monitor with stand
ECOMOware-CD with drivers and help programs
User's Guide
Power supply cable
Please contact your dealer if any part is missing or damaged.
ELSA reserves the right to make changes to the package contents without
prior notice.
Please save the monitor's carton and packing material for future storage or
shipping purposes. Be sure to store the monitorin accordancewith the safety
marks on the carton and the ambient conditions described in this manual
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1.2 Setup and operation
Please keep the following in mind when setting up and using the monitor:
To avoid straining youreyes,do not placing themonitor in front ofa bright
background or where sunlight or other light sources shine directly onto
the monitor. To ensure the best ergonomical position, the monitor should
be below eye-level, if possible.
Do not cover the monitor's air vents. Make sure that there is sufficient
ventilation so that heat from the monitor can properly dissipate.
Avoid exposing the monitor to damp and dust as this can cause fire or
electric shock hazard.
Ensure that neither the monitor, nor any other heavy item is placed on the
power supply cord. A damaged power supply cord can cause fire or short
circuits.
When transporting the monitor, handle it with care.
Do not shake or scratch the monitor because it is fragile and sensitive.
1.3 The proper care for your screen
The surface of the monitor panel features an antireflective coating. Never
touch the surface of the panel with rough, sharp or pointed objects such as
screwdrivers or ballpoint pens to prevent damage to the coating.
To clean the panel, use a mild detergent such as normal hand soap. Use a
soft cotton cloth to apply the detergent and to wipe the panel dry. Take care
not to apply excessive pressure, as small particles of dust on the panel might
otherwise scratch the surface.
Remove the power plug from the socket before cleaning the monitor. Never
use abrasive cleansers, scrubbing sponges, or solvents such as alcohol or
lighter fluid. Never leave the monitor in contact with rubber or vinyl products
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2 Aspects of your monitor
2.1 Front view
Function buttons –these 4 buttons are used to operate the on-screen
display (OSD). The on-screen display is used to input monitor settings.
For a detailed description of the screen menu, please see chapter
'Monitor settings' on page 13.
The signal light provides information on the monitor's current operating
status:
POWERMENU
(AUTO)
ENTER – ADJ +
쐇
쐃
green The monitor is switched on and works in the normal mode.
amber The monitor is in the power saver mode.
The monitor will “wake up”and return to normal mode at the next key-
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2.2 Back view
On/Off switch –The device can be turned on and off here.
Power supply cord –for 230 V AC.
VGA signal cable –to be attached to the VGA port on your PC.
쐃
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3 Installation
The installation of the ELSA ECOMO 340 is a two-part process:
the connection of the LCD monitor to your PC
the installation of the drivers under Windows
3.1 Connecting the LCD monitor
When removing connector cables from your PC, always pull on the plug rather
than on the cable to prevent damage to the cable.
햲Make sure that your computer is switched off.
햳Connect the monitor to the computer. You can connect the ELSA
ECOMO 340 to any regular VGA port using the VGA signal cable 쐃.
Secure the connector to the PC.
햴Connect the end of the power cord 쐇to the connection at the back of the
monitor and then plug the cord into the outlet 쐋.
햵Switch on the monitor at the power switch 쐏.
햶Switch the computer on.
쐃쐋 쐇
ELSA ECOMO 340 PC
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3.2 The installation of the drivers under Windows
The first time you boot your computer with the new monitor, Windows
(versions 95, 98 or 2000) will recognize the presence of new hardware and
will launch the hardware wizard. The use of the hardware wizard is very
similar in all Windows versions.
Most of the dialog boxes displayed by the hardware wizard can be
acknowledged with OK, Next or Finish.
Be sure, however, to select the ELSA ECOMO 340 from the ECOMOware CD
as the device to be installed. If the hardware wizard doesn't suggest the
ELSA ECOMO 340 as an installation option, help it along by having it search
the '\drivers' folder of the ECOMOware CD for drivers.
Once the hardware wizard has successfully completed the installation,
please restart your PC. Your ELSA ECOMO 340 is now ready!
For further information on using the hardware wizard, please refer to your
Windows manual.

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4 Monitor settings
The on-screen display (OSD) of the ELSA ECOMO 340 is used to input
settings. This chapter contains all the information that you will need
regarding the on-screen display.
The next section describes how to open and use the OSD menu. Finally, you
will be given a three-step instruction about how to optimally set your screen.
A description of all OSD menu functions is given at the end of the chapter.
4.1 Opening and using the OSD menu
The function buttons
Opening the OSD menu
The OSD main menu is opened by pressing the MENU button. The display
containsgraphicalelementsnext to text information. The first line shows the
current selection, i.e. the active function. The last line shows the set resolu-
tion and the refresh rate.
The monitor is delivered with English as the menu language by default. You
can easily change the language. The following pages under 'Setting the
language of the OSD menu' provide instructions about how to change the
language.
MENU
(AUTO)
ENTER –ADJ +
DISPLAY
1024*768
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Moving and selecting in the menus
One of the symbols is displayed in blue. The current selection is displayed in
this symbol. Using the buttons ADJ + and ADJ – you can move the selection
from right to left. Pressing the ENTER button confirms the current setting
and opens the corresponding function.
Changing values
Two examples of values would be brightness and contrast.
To change this value, select its designation (in this case the word
'BRIGHTNESS') and select ENTER. Its designation is now displayed in red.
The red color indicates that you can now change its value. Using the ADJ +
button you increase its value and decrease it with the ADJ – button. When
you are satisfied with the setting, press ENTER.
Exiting the OSD menu
The OSD menu is closed using the MENU button. All changed values are
saved.
4.2 When you turn the monitor on for the first time
The screen can be optimally set with just a few adjustments. The following
two sections provide all the necessary information.
4.2.1 Setting the language of the OSD menu
The ELSA ECOMO 340 comes with the OSD menu in English by default. You
can change the language as follows:
햲Open the OSD menu using the MENU button, select the Control function
using both ADJ buttons and press ENTER.
햳In the Control menu, select the Language point and select the desired
language from the list. Confirm by pressing ENTER.
Now the OSD menu appears in the desired language.

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4.2.2 Three steps to an optimal picture
Every screen must be adjusted to the graphics board with which it is
connected. You also have to adjust brightness and contrast to be able to
work more comfortably. For the ELSA ECOMO 340 this goes quite quickly—
it only takes three steps in order to achieve an optimal picture:
햲Auto configuration
In the OSD menu, select its symbol . If you are not in the OSD menu,
the function can be accessed by simply pressing the AUTO button.
햳Brightness
Brightness can be found in the Display menu item under MENU  .
Select Brightness and activate the control by pressing ENTER. Use the
ADJ + and ADJ –buttons to adjust the brightness. Confirm your changes
by pressing ENTER.
햴Contrast
The control for contrast is also found in the Display menu. Set the
desired contrast and confirm your changes with ENTER and close the
OSD menu by pressing MENU.
4.3 OSD functions in detail
Symbol Meaning Explanation
Display Setting brightness and contrast
Color selec-
tion mode
Setting color temperature, options for color correction
Position Determines the position of the picture on the screen
Screen Expanded settings for screen display
Control Position of the OSD, restoring the factory settings and
changing the menu language
Auto
configuration
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4.3.1 Brightness and contrast
The brightness and contrast are
adjusted in the Display menu. The
values are displayed graphically as
bars and can be changed using ADJ +
and ADJ –.
4.3.2 Color space and color correction
The color space is set in the Color
selection mode menu. You can select
from the following color temperatures
6500 K and 9300 K as well as a user-
defined mode (designated as Color
mode in the menu). The color tem-
peratures are related to the color
white.
In the user-defined mode (Color) the
display can be adjusted to the three
primary colors red, green and blue.
Changing the color controller has the
effect that the respective colors are
displayed more intensely or not as
intensely.
Using the Color reset function, you can restore the factory settings.
4.3.3 Position
The horizontal and vertical position is
set in the Position menu. In most
cases, this is taken care of
automatically by the Auto configu-
ration function.
DISPLAY
BRIGHTNESS
CONTRAST
1024*768
–60.0 HZ
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COLOR MODE
MODE–USER
MODE–6500
MODE–9300
1024*768 –60.0 HZ
COLOR SETTINGS
RED
GREEN
BLUE
COLOR RESET
1024*768
–60.0 HZ
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POSITION
H–POSITION
V–POSITION
1024*768
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4.3.4 Expanded screen settings
In the Picture menu, you can set the
pixel rate (called Clock in the menu)
and Phase. Both values are normally
determined by Auto configuration. In
some cases, manu-ally correcting both
values leads to a better picture.
4.3.5 Other
There are three functions in
the Control menu. In OSD
Position, you can change
the position of the OSD
menu on the screen.
Using Factory reset, you
can restore the original settings.
In Language, you can set the OSD menu to another language.
4.3.6 Auto configuration
Using the Auto configuration function, you can automatically set the
parameters for pixel rate and phase as well as the horizontal and vertical
position.
During the automatic configuration process, the screen will flicker and
become fuzzy. The process takes less than 5 seconds. When complete, the
picture should be positioned correctly and be clear and stable.
Outside of the menu, Auto configuration can be started by pressing the
AUTO button.
IMAGE
CLOCK
PHASE
1024*768
–60.0 HZ
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41
CONTROL
1 OSD POSITION
3 LANGUAGE
2 FACTORY RESET
1024*768 –60.0 HZ

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5 Advice and help
5.1 The monitor does not respond when you start the
computer
Check whether the monitor is switched on (the light on the front side
should be green). Otherwise check the connection to the power supply
network.
If the signal light is orange: the monitor is presumably in the power saver
mode. Move the mouse or strike a key to restore the monitor to normal
operation.
Switch the monitor off and check whether the power supply of the
monitor and the signal cable are properly connected.
Make sure that the OSD menu can be opened. Check the contrast and
brightness settings.
Check whether the BIOS and drivers of the graphics board are the current
versions.
5.2 The monitor does not properly show individual
pixels
Individual pixels may be defective for technical reasons related to the
production of the panel. For the ELSA ECOMO 340 the following number
of defective pixels are within the tolerance range for a Class A panel:
max. 9 subpixels (red, green, black or blue)
max. 3 full pixels (white)
5.3 The picture is too dark
Correct brightness and contrast in the on-screen display with .
5.4 The monitor displays colors incorrectly
Check the connections of the signal cable.

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5.5 The picture isn't sharp
Press the AUTO button to perform an auto configuration.
If the edges of letters and graphics appear softer than expected but the
sharpness is already at its maximum level, then this is due to a technical
characteristic typical of LCD displays. All LCD displays have a fixed
number of pixels—the ELSA ECOMO 340 has a resolution of 1024
columns and 768 rows (= 786,432 physical pixels). The display achieves
its maximum picture quality when using this “natural”resolution. Unlike
CRT monitors, LCD monitors can only simulate other resolutions. This is
accomplished using interpolation methods that result in a loss of
sharpness.
5.6 The display of circles and squares is distorted
If possible, set your graphics board to a resolution of 1024 x 768 pixels.
Lower resolutions should have a horizontal to vertical ratio of 4:3.
In other resolutions you can also try to improve the display with the on-
screen display functions (see also 'OSD functions in detail' on page 15.
5.7 How can I change the resolution?
The screen resolution is set via the graphics board. The monitor
recognizes the signal and adjusts itself accordingly.
5.8 How can I change the refresh rate?
Unlike tube monitors, there is no visible advantage to using a higher
refresh rate with an LCD monitor. LCD panels display all pixels
simultaneously, resulting in a stable picture. They are thus flicker-free,
even at low refresh rates. A refresh rate of only 60 Hz is recommended
for LCD monitors.