IBM 9494HB0 - T 860 - 18.1" LCD Monitor User manual

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T860 Flat Panel Monitor
User Guide

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First Edition (Dec / 2001)
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Note : For important information, refer to the Monitor Safety and Warranty manual that comes with this monitor.

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Setting up the monitor ...............................................................................................2
Product Description..............................................................................................2
System Hardware Requirements .........................................................................2
Handling Instructions ...........................................................................................2
Desk Top Use.......................................................................................................3
Arm or Wall Mount Use........................................................................................3
Monitor Installation ....................................................................................................4
Connecting your Monitor......................................................................................4
Switching on your Monitor....................................................................................5
Monitor Driver Installation.........................................................................................6
Driver installation for Windows 95 or Windows 98...............................................6
Driver installation for Windows 2000 or Windows Me..................................................7
Driver installation for Windows XP ................................................................................8
Image Setup for Analog Input ..................................................................................9
Auto Setup ...........................................................................................................9
AutoSetup for Windows 3.1, Windows 95, Windows 98, Windows 2000,
Windows Me, Windows XP or Windows NT
.............................................................. 10
Adjusting the image settings in DOS .................................................................12
Manually adjusting the image settings ...............................................................13
Ergonomic Considerations......................................................................................14
Workplace preparation.......................................................................................14
Working Practices ..............................................................................................14
Adjusting the Monitor Position ...............................................................................15
Caring for your Monitor ......................................................................................15
Adjusting Your LCD Monitor ...................................................................................16
User controls......................................................................................................16
On-screen display (OSD) controls .....................................................................17
Further Information ..................................................................................................20
Display modes ...................................................................................................20
Power Management...........................................................................................21
Arm or Wall mounting ..............................................................................................22
Troubleshooting .......................................................................................................23
Specifications ...........................................................................................................25
Contents
T860 Flat Panel Monitor User Guide

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The IBM T860 Flat Panel Monitor comes in models with a stand for desktop use and models without a
stand for arm or wall Mounting. Please refer to the appropriate sections on your model. Monitor
installation is the same for ether model.
Product Description
The IBM T860 Color Monitor supports SXGA 1280 X 1024, XGA 1024 x
768, SVGA 800 x 600, or VGA 640 x 480 at 60Hz.
In addition to the monitor, your option package includes the following:
IBM Monitor CD
Monitor Safety and Warranty manual
T860 Color Monitor Quick Start Guide
T860 Color Monitor
Setting up the monitor
Do not support the monitor
within the screen area. The
Liquid Crystal Display is glass
and can be damaged by rough
handling or excessive
pressure.
Handling InstructionsHandling Instructions
1. Lift the monitor by placing both hands under the bottom side of the
bezel. (The display will rise to maximum lift height when locking clip has
been removed. See page 3 for details on removing the locking clip.)
2. Before using your monitor for the first time, remove the clear protective
film from the front of the screen.
System Hardware Requirements
This monitor requires a computer with a suitable on-board sub-system or
Video Adapter card that can support SXGA 1280 x 1024, XGA 1024 x 768,
SVGA 800 x 600, or VGA 640 x 480 at 60Hz.

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Arm or Wall Mount Use
Arm or Wall Mounting (VESA)
Connected to a wall or arm monuting device using the VESA standard
mounting plate. If you have a stand model and want to mount the monitor on
an arm. please refer to page 22 for detailed instructions.
Kensington Security Slot
Connected to a locking cable that can be purchased separately at most
computer stores.
A
B
A
B
Desk Top Use - Remove the clip on stand models
Before adjusting your monitor for the first time, remove the locking clip on
rear of the stand. Carefully hold the screen of the monitor and then sqeeze
at arrows shown to remove(figure A).
(A)

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Connecting your Monitor
Monitor Installation
1. Turn off your computer and all attached devices. Next, unplug the
power cord(s) to your computer and all attached devices.
2. Connect the signal cable.
The ac adapter and the analog signal cable are already connected to
your monitor. The analog connector is the blue connector.
When connecting the analog signal cable (Figure A)
Connect the free end of the attached signal cable to the 15-pin Monitor
port on the computer and tighten screws.
When connecting the digital signal cable (Figure B)
Connect one end of the monitor signal cable to the white connector
on the rear panel of the monitor. Connect the other end to the white
connector on the rear panel of the computer and tighten the screws.
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1
2
1
APower ON/OFF
included AC adapter
Optional
(Figure B)
APower ON/OFF
(Figure A)
included AC adapter

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1. Switch on the adapter power source by pushing the power switch on the top
rear panel of the monitor.
2. Switch on your monitor by pushing and releasing the power switch marked [ ]
at the front of the bezel.
[To switch off your monitor, push and release the power switch again.]
3. Switch on your computer.
4. If you are using the analog connector, run AUTO SETUP by following the
instructions in the Auto Setup section on page 9.
Switching on your Monitor
A
3. Connect the power cord to the power adapter and then plug the power cord
into a properly grounded outlet. Next, reconnect the power cord(s) to your
computer and all attached devices.

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To use the Plug and Play feature in Microsoft ® Windows ® 95 or Windows
98, files should be loaded from the IBM Monitor CD.
1. Turn off the computer and all attached devices.
2. Ensure that the monitor is connected correctly.
3. Turn on the monitor and then the system unit. Allow the system to boot
into Windows95 or Windows98.
Your computer’s Plug and Play code may warn you that your system
hardware has changed. This means that it has detected your new
monitor for the first time.
4. Open the DISPLAY PROPERTIES window by clicking START, SETTINGS,
CONTROL PANEL and then double - clicking on the DISPLAY icon.
5. Click the SETTINGS tab.
• In case of Windows 95 :
6 - 1. Click the CHANGE DISPLAY TYPE button.
2.Click the CHANGE MONITOR TYPE button.
• In case of Windows 98 :
6 - 1.Click the ADVANCED button.
2.Click the MONITOR tab.
3. Open the UPGRADE DEVICE DRIVER WIZARD window by clicking on
CHANGE button and then select the NEXT button.
4. Click the “Display a list of the known drivers for this device so that
I can choose a specific driver”and then select the NEXT button.
7. Insert the Setup CD into the CD driver: and click the HAVE DISK button.
8. Click OK.
9. Ensure that the CD drive letter is selected.
10.Choose IBM T860 monitor and Click OK. The files will be copied from
the CD to your hard disk drive.
11.Close all open windows and remove the CD.
12.Restart the system.
The system will automatically select the maximum refresh rate and
corresponding Color Matching Profiles.
Monitor Driver Installation
Driver installation for Windows 95 or Windows 98
This section must be
completed before
continuing with the
Windows95 or Windows98
Auto Setup on page 10.
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On LCD monitors, unlike
CRTs, a faster refresh rate
does not improve display
quality. IBM recommends
using either 1280 x 1024 at a
refresh rate of 60Hz or 640 x
480 at a refresh rate of 60Hz.

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To use the Plug and Play feature in Microsoft Windows 2000 or Microsoft
Windows Millennium Edition(Me) files should be loaded from the IBM
Monitor CD.
1. Turn off the computer and all attached devices.
2. Ensure that the monitor is connected correctly.
3. Turn on the monitor and then the system unit. Allow the system to boot
into Windows 2000 or Windows Me.
4. Open the DISPLAY PROPERTIES window by clicking START, SETTINGS,
CONTROL PANEL and then double-clicking the DISPLAY icon.
5. Click the SETTINGS tab.
6. Click the ADVANCED button.
7. Click the MONITOR tab.
8. Click the PROPERTIES button.
9. Click the DRIVER tab.
10.Open the UPGRADE DEVICE DRIVER WIZARD window by clicking on UPDATE
DRIVER and then Click the NEXT button.
11.Select the “Display a list of the known drivers for this device so that I can
choose a specific driver”and then Click the NEXT button.
12.Insert the Setup CD into the CD drive : and click the HAVE DISK button.
13.Click OK.
14.Ensure that the CD drive letter is selected.
15.Choose IBM T860 monitor and Click OK. The files will be copied from
the CD to your hard disk drive.
16.Close all open windows and remove the CD.
17.Restart the system.
The system will automatically select the maximum refresh rate and
corresponding Color Matching Profiles.
Driver Installation for Windows 2000 or Windows Me
This section must be
completed before
continuing with the
Windows2000 ,Windows Me
Auto Setup on page 10.
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On LCD monitors, unlike
CRTs, a faster refresh rate
does not improve display
quality. IBM recommends
using either 1280 x 1024 at a
refresh rate of 60Hz or 640 x
480 at a refresh rate of 60Hz.

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To use the Plug and Play feature in Microsoft Windows XP files should be
loaded from the IBM Monitor CD.
1. Turn off the computer and all attached devices.
2. Ensure that the monitor is connected correctly.
3. Turn on the monitor and then the system unit. Allow the system to boot
into Windows XP.
4. Open the DISPLAY PROPERTIES window by clicking START, SETTINGS,
CONTROL PANEL and then double-clicking the DISPLAY icon.
5. Click the SETTINGS tab.
6. Click the ADVANCED button.
7. Click the MONITOR tab.
8. Click the PROPERTIES button.
9. Click the DRIVER tab.
10.Open the Hardware Update Wizard window by clicking on UPDATE
DRIVER and then Click the NEXT button.
11.Select the “Install from a list or Specific location(Advanced)”and then
Click the NEXT button.
12.Insert the Setup CD into the CD drive : and click the HAVE DISK button.
13.Click OK.
14.Ensure that the CD drive letter is selected.
15.Choose IBM T860 monitor and Click OK. The files will be copied from
the CD to your hard disk drive.
16.Close all open windows and remove the CD.
17.Restart the system.
The system will automatically select the maximum refresh rate and
corresponding Color Matching Profiles.
Driver Installation for Windows XP
This section must be
completed before
continuing with the
Windows XP Auto Setup on
page 10.
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On LCD monitors, unlike
CRTs, a faster refresh rate
does not improve display
quality. IBM recommends
using either 1280 x 1024 at a
refresh rate of 60Hz or 640 x
480 at a refresh rate of 60Hz.

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For digital input, setup is not required.
When you first use your monitor, you must perform Auto Setup for analog
input. If you are using digital input, continue with the instructions on page
14. This procedure sets up your monitor to process the video signals from
your computer without image discoloration or smearing. After you perform
Auto Setup, the settings are stored and used each time you turn on the
monitor.
In order to optimize the displayed image a set-up utility is provided on the
IBM Monitor CD. Operation of this utility is dependent on the operating
system on your computer. You may choose to run AUTO SETUP for each
operating system that you use. This means that if you sometimes use your
monitor while running any version of Windows and sometimes also use it
from within DOS (not a DOS window), you must run AUTO SETUP for both
Windows and DOS. You may run versions of AUTO SETUP in any order.
Before you begin AUTO SETUP for your computer:
1. Make a backup copy of the setup CD supplied with the monitor.
2. Make sure the computer video mode is set in the range of the
supported screen resolution shown in the table on page 20.
You should perform AUTO SETUP for each screen mode you use.
Image Setup for analog input
Auto Setup
Before carrying out this
section, it is very important
that the correct monitor
drivers have been
installed.(See pages 6 and 7)
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The Setup Utility included
on the setup CD displays a
test pattern of dots. It does not
replace or modify the display
drivers.
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The Auto Setup
instructions require the
monitor to be warmed up for 15
minutes. This is not required
for normal operation.
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If your computer does not
run with the setup CD
shipped with the monitor, refer
to Manual Setup on page 13.
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The AUTO SETUP process
only applies to the current
screen mode. When a new
mode is selected, repeat this
section to reset the monitor.

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1. Turn on the monitor first; then the computer.
If the message CHECK VIDEO CABLE is displayed, or if nothing is
displayed, check:
•that the video interface cable is not connected properly.
•the correct video adapter card is not installed.
2. Wait approximately 15 minutes, until the monitor warms up.
3. Ensure that the icon bar and tool bar, if displayed are at the bottom of
the screen.
4. Insert the CD labelled ‘IBM Monitor CD’ into the CD drive.
5. Check the operating system installed on your computer and follow the
instructions from the table below.
6. When the test pattern appears, press the OSD Enter button at the
bottom of the monitor to display the initial OSD menu.
7. Use an Arrow button ( or ), to select the IMAGE SET-UP icon
and press the OSD Enter button to access the function.
8. Using an Arrow button ( or ), select AUTO and press the OSD
Enter button . This activates the AUTO SETUP procedure, which will
optimize the display settings with the provided test pattern. The image
may be affected during this procedure and you may notice small
changes to the test pattern.
To abort the AUTO SETUP function, press the ESC key.
9. When finished, the OSD main menu returns. Press the Exit button
once to exit from the OSD.
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If the monitor is in standby
mode (STANDBY ON), it
may automatically turn off while
you are waiting for it to warm up.
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The size and diversity of the
dot pattern varies with the
screen resolution.
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Position the mouse pointer
at the bottom center of the
screen. This allows AUTO
SETUP to run properly
Step1
Open
PROGRAM
Manager
Select
START Select RUN
Select
RUN
Type
‘P:\TESTPAT’
and press
ENTER
Step2 Step3
Windows 3.1
Windows 95
Windows 98
Windows 2000
Microsoft Windows NT®4.0
Windows Me
Operating
System
Windows XP
AutoSetup for Windows 3.1, Windows 95, Windows 98, Windows 2000,
Windows Me, Windows XP or Windows NT

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10. Press the ESC key on your keyboard to return to Windows.
You have completed the monitor setup for Windows. If you use other
operating systems, perform the appropriate AUTO SETUP for those systems
and also see Adjusting the image settings in DOS on page 12.

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1. Turn on the monitor first; then the computer.
If the message CHECK VIDEO CABLE is displayed, or if nothing is
displayed, check:
•that the video interface cable is not connected properly.
•the correct video adapter card is not installed.
2. Wait approximately 15 minutes, until the monitor warms up.
3. Insert the CD labelled ‘IBM Monitor CD’into the CD drive.
4. Display the command prompt screen of the DOS full-screen display.
5. At the command prompt, type ‘P:’and press ENTER.
6. Type ‘TESTPATD’and press ENTER.
7. Select from the screen the number for the color or text mode you want
to setup.
8. Select from the screen the number for the video mode you want to
setup.
You may repeat this process for as many of the color and video modes
as you need.
9. When the dot pattern appears, press the OSD Enter button at the
bottom of the monitor to display the initial OSD menu.
10. Use an Arrow button ( or ), to select the IMAGE SET-UP icon
and press the OSD Enter button to access the function.
11. Using an Arrow button ( or ), select AUTO and press the OSD
Enter button . This activates the AUTO SETUP procedure, which will
optimize the display settings with the provided dot patterns.
The image may be affected during this procedure and you may notice
small changes to the test pattern.
12. When finished, the OSD main menu returns.
Press the Exit button to exit from the OSD.
13. Press the ESCAPE key to exit the test pattern program.
14. Type ‘Exit’at the command prompt to return to Windows.
If you use other operating systems, perform the appropriate Image Setup
for those systems and also see
Image Setup Windows 3.1, Windows 95, Windows 98, Windows 2000,
Windows Me, Window XP or Windows NT workstation on page 10.
Adjusting the image settings in DOS
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If the monitor is in standby
mode (STANDBY ON), it
may automatically turn off while
you are waiting for it to warm
up. If this happens, switch off
the monitor and switch it on
again after a few seconds.
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If you are using PC-DOS/V,
change to U.S. mode by
typing ‘CHEV US’ and pressing
ENTER at the command
prompt.
You must use when you run
DOS Auto Setup.
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The size and diversity of
the dot pattern varies with
the screen resolution.
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If the screen flickers,
repeat the setup several
times until the flicker is
minimised, or adjust it manually
by following refer to
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Normally, you can complete the setup procedure using Image Setup, however,
if your screen image is still distorted after you perform Image Setup or the setup
CD does not run on your system, perform MANUAL SETUP.
1. Have your monitor turned on for about 15 minutes, until the monitor
warms up.
2. Display the image you most frequently use on the screen.
3. Press the OSD Enter button at the botton of the monitor to display
the initial OSD menu.
4. Use an Arrow button ( or ) to select the IMAGE SET-UP icon
and press the OSD Enter button to access the function.
5. Using an Arrow button ( or ), select MANUAL, press and then
press once to select COARSE. Left and right arrow adjustment
indicators become illuminated (see page 18).
6. Use the Arrow buttons to manually adjust to correct (as much as
possible) for jitter or noise in the image, then press to save the
changes.
7. Use an Arrow button to select FINE and press the button.
8. Use the Arrow buttons again to tune the image to your liking.
9. When finished, press the Exit button four times to exit from the
OSD.
You have completed the monitor setup.
Manually adjusting the image settings
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If the monitor is in standby
mode (STANDBY ON), it
might automatically turn off
while you are waiting for it to
warm up.

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This section gives advice
on how you can work
comfortably and reduce
fatigue.
Rest
Take regular breaks. Vary your posture, stand up and stretch occasionally
as prolonged use of computer workstations can be tiring.
Back
Sit back in your chair and use the backrest.
Hands
Use a light touch on the keyboard, keeping your hands and fingers relaxed.
Allow a space in front of the keyboard to rest your wrists when not typing.
Consider using a wristpad.
Eyesight
Working with monitors, in common with any prolonged close work, can be
visually demanding. Look away from the screen periodically and have your
eyesight checked regularly.
Screen settings
Set the screen brightness and contrast to a comfortable level. You may
have to adjust these settings as the lighting changes during the day. Many
application programs let you select color combinations which can help you
to view in comfort. See the User controls section on page 16 for more
information.
Working Practices
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This section gives advice
on what you should
consider before you set up
your monitor.
Workplace Preparation
Height
Position the monitor so that the top of the screen is slightly below your eye
level when you sit at your workstation.
Orientation
- Choose a position that gives the least reflection from lights and windows,
usually at a right angle to any windows.
- Positon the monitor directly in front of you so that you do not have to twist
your body to use it.
- Tilt the monitor to a comfortable viewing angle.
Ergonomic Considerations

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Be sure to turn off the power before you perform any maintenance on the
monitor. Clean your monitor as follows:
•Gently wipe the covers and the screen with a soft cloth.
•Remove finger marks and grease with a damp cloth and mild detergent.
•Never use flammable cleaning materials to clean your IBM monitor or
any other electrical apparatus.
Caring for your Monitor
Viewing Angle
You can tilt the screen forward and backward as shown below(figure A).
Swivel
You can swivel the screen leftward and rightward as shown below(figure A).
Height
You can adjust height of the screen(figure B).
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With the IBM Flat Panel
Monitor, you can adjust
its position in various ways
for maximum comfort.
Adjusting the Monitor Position
(Figure A) (Figure B)

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Adjusting Your LCD Monitor
User controls
USER CONTROL FEATURES
Icon Direct Access Functions
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The image is already
optimized for many display
modes, however the user
controls can be used to adjust
the image to your liking.
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The settings are saved
after adjustment and
when exiting the OSD and
will be effective thereafter.
Switches the monitors on and off.
Bring up Contrast adjustment.
Bring up Brightness adjustment.
CONTROLS LOCK / UNLOCK
This feature allows you to secure the current control settings,
while allowing the user to adjust Brightness or Contrast, so that
they cannot be inadvertently changed. Push and hold the enter
button[ ] for 10 seconds; the message “Controls Locked”
appears.
You can unlock the OSD controls at any time by pushing the enter
button[ ] for 10 seconds; the message “Controls Unlocked”will
appear.
switch between input signals.
Icon Monitor controls
and
Display main OSD menu and selects highlighted menu item.
If the monitor is in DPM mode(Active off/off), this button is
shown the INPUT SELECT menu.
Moved the cursor to highlight icons or make adjustments.
Left and Right arrows pressed together bring up auto setup
menu.
Exits from current OSD menu.

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The settings adjustable with the user controls are viewed through the On -
Screen Display (OSD). Press the enter button [ ] to display the main OSD
menu.
Initial appearance of OSD
main menu;
On-screen display (OSD) controls
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The LCD monitor needs
time to become thermally
stable the first time you turn it
on each day. Thus, to achieve
more accurate adjustments for
parameters, allow the LCD
monitor to warm up (be On) for
at least 15 minutes before
making any screen adjustment.
MAIN MENU
DVI-DIGITAL INPUT
BRIGHTNESS
MAIN MENU
DSUB-ANALOG INPUT
BRIGHTNESS
BRIGHTNESS
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OSD functions
OSD Icon Description sub-menu(s)
AUTO If AUTO is selected the
image will automatically
adjust
Control and
Adjustments
Adjusts brightness
Adjusts contrast
The IMAGE SET-UP function is used
to adjust the level of noise in the video
signal which causes horizontal lines or
areas on the screen where the image
appears to be unstable and jitters or
shimmers. This can be done
automatically or manually.
It is not applicable to digital input.
BRIGHTNESS
CONTRAST
IMAGE SET-UP
sub menu;
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OSD Icon
Select the COLOR MODE you find
most comfortable or fine tune the
colors using the USER COLOR MODE
menu, if necessary.
Description Sub-menu(s)
MANUAL
•Fine
•Coarse
Preset 1
(Pink White)
Preset 2
(Normal White)
Preset 3
(Blue White)
Increases or decreases
redness
Increases or decreases
greenness
Increases or decreases
blueness
COLOR MODE
USER COLOR
MODE-
• Red
• Green
• Blue
To adjust the focus of the
display. This item allows
you to remove any
horizontal noise and clear
or sharpen the image of
characters.
Fine adjustments should
be done after adjusting the
Coarse .
If manual is selected, the user will go
to the manual adjustment screen.
Controls and
Adjustments
Changes the position of the OSD on the
screen.
OSD Position
H-POSITION
V-POSITION
COLOR
IMAGE SET-UP
CONT