IBM E74M User manual

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Packing List
The product package should include the following items:
1. Monitor
2. Owner’s Manual
3. Power Cord
4. Diskette
5. Audio Cable
6. Mic Cable

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Table of Contents
Introduction
Features....................................................................................................A1
Precautions
Workplace Perparation...............................................................................A2
Working Practices......................................................................................A3
Connecting the monitor..........................................................................A5
Location and Function of Controls
Front View.................................................................................................A6
Rear View .......................................................................................................A6
Control Panel Function
Front Panel Controls.......................................................................................A7
Left Side Jacks................................................................................................A8
Rear Panel Jacks............................................................................................A8
Microphone Operation ....................................................................................A8
Audio Features................................................................................................A8
On Screen Display (OSD) Control Adjustment...................................A9
On Screen Display (OSD) Selection and Adjustment....................A10
Sound Selection and Adjustment..........................................................A14
Video Memory Modes
Display Modes(Resolution)...........................................................................A15
User Modes...................................................................................................A15
Recalling Display Modes...............................................................................A15
Energy Saving Design
Power Consumption......................................................................................A16
MPR II, Self Diagnostics, DDC
Low Radiation Compliance (MPR II).............................................................A17
Self Diagnostics............................................................................................A17
DDC (Display Data Channel)........................................................................A17
Troubleshooting...........................................................................................A18
Further help...................................................................................................A19
Service.............................................................................................................A20
Specifications
Specifications ..........................................................................................A21
Warranty..........................................................................................................A23
Compliances......................................................................see at rear of manual

A1
Introduction
Thank you for purchasing a high resolution monitor. It will give you
high resolution performance and convenient reliable operation in a
variety of video operating modes.
Features
■The monitor is a 17 inches (15.9 inches viewable ) intelligent,
microprocessor based monitor compatible with most analog RGB
(Red, Green, Blue) display standards, including IBM PC®, PS/2®,
Centris®, Quadra®.
■The monitor provides crisp text and vivid color graphics with
VGA, SVGA, XGA, and VESA Ergo modes (non-interlaced). The
monitor's wide compatibility makes it possible to upgrade video
cards or software without purchasing a new monitor.
■Digitally controlled auto-scanning is done with the micro-
processor for horizontal scan frequencies between 30 and
70kHz, and vertical scan frequencies between 50 and 160Hz.
The microprocessor-based intelligence allows the monitor to
operate in each frequency mode with the precision of a fixed
frequency monitor.
■The microprocessor-based digital controls allow you to adjust
conveniently a variety of image controls by using the OSD (On
Screen Display).
■The monitor has 20 memory locations for display modes, 10 of
which are factory preset to popular video modes.
■This monitor is capable of producing a maximum horizontal
resolution of 1280 dots and a maximum vertical resolution of
1024 lines. It is well suited for CAD work and sophisticated
windowing environments.
■For greater user health and safety, this monitor complies with the
stringent Swedish MPR II requirements for low radiation
emissions.
■For low cost of monitor operation, this monitor is certified as
meeting the EPA Energy Star requirements, and utilizes the
VESA Display Power Management Signalling (DPMS) protocol
for power saving during non-use periods.

A2
Precautions
Danger
To avoid shock hazard:
• Do not remove the covers.
• Do not operate this product unless the stand is attached.
• Do not connect or disconnect this product during an electrical storm.
• The power cord plug must be connected to a properly wired and
grounded power outlet.
• Any equipment to which this product will be attached must also be
connected to properly wired and grounded power outlets.
• To isolate the monitor from the electrical supply, you must remove
the plug from the power outlet. The power outlet should be easily
accessible.
Handling:
• Your color monitor is heavy, so handle it with care.
Positioning the Monitor
Choose a suitable place to position the monitor where it is not near
fluorescent desk lighting or any equipment that produces magnetic
fields that could cause interference. Ensure that the furniture or
equipment can support the weight of the monitor. Allow at least 2
inches (50mm) ventilation space around the monitor.
Height
The monitor should be positioned 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. The monitor should
be positioned directly in front of you so that you do not have to twist
your body. Tilt the monitor to a comfortable viewing angle.
Workplace preparation

A3
Rest
Take regular breaks. Vary your posture, and stand up and stretch
occasionally as prolonged use of computer workstations can be tiring.
Back
You should sit back in the chair and use the back rest.
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 this as the lighting changes during the day. Many
application programs let you select color combinations which can help
you to view in comfort.
Working Practices

A4
Power Source:
1. Make sure the power cord is the correct type that required in your
area.
2. This monitor has a universal power supply that allows operation in
either 100/120V AC or 220/240V AC voltage area ( No user
adjustment is required. )
3. Connect the power cord into your monitor’s power input socket,
and then plug the other end into a 3-pin AC power outlet. The
power cord may be connected to either a wall power outlet or the
power outlet socket on your PC, depending on the type of
power cord supplied with your monitor.
Power cord:
For safe operation, use the power cord supplied with the unit.
Notes
• Do not install the monitor in a location near heat sources such as
radiators or air ducts , or in a place subject to direct sunlight , or
excessive dust or mechanical vibration or shock.
• Save the original shipping carton and packing materials, as they will
come in handy if you ever have to ship your monitor.
• To keep the monitor looking new, periodically clean it with a soft
cloth. Stubborn stains may be removed with a cloth lightly
dampened with a mild detergent solution. Never use strong solvents
such as thinner, benzene, or abrasive cleaners, since these will
damage the cabinet. As a safety precaution, always unplug the
monitor before cleaning it.

A5
Figure 1 shows the signal cable connections from the monitor to the Video
Graphics Array (VGA) port typical in an IBM PC or PC compatible. This also
applies to any graphics video card for PC-CAD or workstation that has a 15
pin high density (3 row) D-Sub connector.
❶
Power off both the monitor and PC.
❷
Connect the 15 pin VGA connector of the attached signal cable to the output
VGA video connector on the PC and the matching input connector on the rear
of the monitor. The connectors will mate only one way. If you cannot attach
the cable easily, turn the connector upside down and try again. When mated,
tighten the thumbscrews to secure the connection.
❸
Connect the connector of the supplied MIC cable and Audio cable to the jacks
of PC sound card (if available) and the matching connectors on rear of the
monitor.
❹
One end of the AC power cord is connected into the AC power connector on
the back of the monitor. The other end is plugged into a properly grounded
three-prong AC outlet.
❺
Power ON the PC, then the monitor.
❻
If you see the NO SIGNAL message, check the signal cable and connectors.
❼
After using the system, power OFF the monitor, then the PC.
MIC.
OUT AUDIO. IN
Power Cord Signal Cable
Figure 1.
D-15P
IBM PC
Audio Cable
Mic Cable
❹
❸
❷
Connecting the Monitor

A6
Location and Function of Controls
Front View
Rear View
MIC.
OUT AUDIO IN
AC Power Socket D-Sub Signal Cable
ID Label
Audio IN
Mic Out
Front Panel Controls
Left Side Jacks

Control Panel Function
Front Panel Controls
A7
OSD Select/
Adjustment Control Use this buttons selecting (highlighting) an
OSD icon to be adjusted. It is also used for
selecting the level of the selected item to be
adjusted.
Use this button to start/enter and exit from
the On Screen Display.
To adjust sound menu.
Used to select mute on (means sound off)
and mute off (means sound on).
OSD ON/OFF
Enter Button
Sound Menu
Sound Mute
Built-in Microphone.Built-in Microphone
Used to adjust the brightness of the screen. Brightness
Adjustment Control
Adjust the display to the contrast desired.
Contrast
Adjustment Control
This Indicator lights up green when the
monitor operates normally. If the monitor is in
DPM (Energy Saving) mode (stand-
by/suspend/power off), this indicator color
changes to amber.
Power (DPMS)
Indicator
Use this button to turn the monitor on or off.Power ON/OFF
Button
Control Function
OSD ON/OFF Enter Button
OSD Select /Adjustment Control Brightness Adjustment Control
Sound Mute
Sound Menu
Built-in Microphone
Contrast Adjustment Control Power (DPMS) Indicator
Power ON/OFF Button

Left Side Jacks
Rear Panel Jacks
Microphone Operation
On the left side there is a MIC (Microphone) jack. By plugging a
microphone in here, it may reduce the long length of cable needed to
reach the PC's sound card. In order to use this MIC jack, you need to
use a cable (supplied) to plug into the rear of the monitor (MIC OUT)
and into the MIC input jack of your sound card (if available).
Audio Features
A major feature of this monitor is its built-in audio system. This
conveniently integrates a stereo audio amplifier and speakers without
taking up any more space. Because the monitor is designed like this,
you can easily upgrade to audio capable multimedia applications by
attaching your PC with sound card to the back of this monitor. It will
result in significantly less cabling and space requirements.
A8
Headphone Jack Headphone Jack that automatically
mutes the speaker volume when
headphone is attached.
Microphone Jack An external microphone can be used
instead of the built-in microphone.
MIC.
OUT AUDIO IN
Mic. Out Connects microphone sound to PC
via cable.
Audio In Connects speaker sound to PC via
cable attachment.

On Screen Display (OSD) Control Adjustment
Making adjustments to the image size, position, and operating
parameters of the monitor is quick and easy with the On Screen
Display Control system, using only the ENTER button and Adjustment
Control buttons. A quick example is given below to familiarize you
with the use of the controls. Following this section is an outline of the
available adjustments and selections you can make using the OSD.
Note : (Monitor and PC should be ON, with an image or prompt on
the screen). A single press of the ENTER button will present you
with the Main Menu of the on screen display system with the first
( ) highlighted.
The main picture area will also show the select icon ( )and next
icon (◀▶).
1.The OSD system should look like:
2.To adjust H Position ( ), Press the enter button once.
The display will look like:
When you are done, Press the main button ( )once to return to
main menu to make another selection.
3.You want to move the next icon, Adjust the next button (◀▶ )control.
The display will look like:
A9
SELECT: NEXT:
OSD
U
HORIZONTAL SIZE
SELECT: NEXT:
OSD
U
HORIZONTAL POSITION
OSD
U
85%
MAIN :ADJ:
HORIZONTAL POSITION

On Screen Display(OSD) Selection and Adjustment
You were introduced to the procedure of selection and adjusting an
item using the OSD system.
Listed below are the icons, icon names, and icon descriptions of the
items that are shown on the Menu.
A10
To move picture image left and right.
◀Moves the screen image left.
▶Moves the screen image right.
To adjust image width.
◀Decreases the size of the screen image.
▶Increases the size of the screen image.
To move image up and down.
◀Moves the screen image up.
▶Moves the screen image down.
To adjust image height.
◀Decreases the size of the screen image.
▶Increases the size of the screen image.
To correct the bowing in and out of the image.
◀Curves the image's edges inwards.
▶Curves the image's edges outwards.
To correct geometric distortion.
◀Makes the screen image narrower at
the top.
▶Moves the screen image wider at the top.
Horizontal Position
OSD Adjust Description
Horizontal Size
Vertical Position
Vertical Size
Side Pincushion
Trapezoid
OSD
U
85%
HORIZONTAL SIZE
MAIN :ADJ:
OSD
U
85%
VERTICAL POSITION
MAIN :ADJ:
OSD
U
85%
VERTICAL SIZE
MAIN :ADJ:
OSD
U
85%
SIDE PINCUSHION
MAIN :ADJ:
OSD
U
85%
TRAPEZOID
MAIN :ADJ:
OSD
U
85%
MAIN :ADJ:
HORIZONTAL POSITION

A11
OSD
U
85%
PINCUSHION BALANCE
MAIN :ADJ:
To correct the balance of both sides bowling.
◀Curvature of the sides to the right.
▶Curvature of the sides to the left.
This control adjusts for a skewing of the
screen image.
◀Tilts the screen image rightward.
▶Tilts the screen image leftward.
To correct image rotation.
◀Tilts the screen image left.
▶Tilts the screen image right.
This item allows you to reduce the moire. It is
normally OFF. If you want to adjust it, select
ON using the adjustment control and push
the Enter Button.
When you are done, Press the Enter button
once to return to More Reduction menu to
make another selection.
If you have finished using the OSD after you
have returned to Moire Reduction menu, you
can use the Enter button to EXIT the OSD.
NOTE : The screen image may shake
slightly while the moire reduction
function is ON. Switching the OFF will
improve image stability and clarity at the
expense of slightly greater moire.
This item is used to select the monitor's
input signal level. The normal level used
for most PC's is 0.7V.
Pincushion Balance
OSD Adjust Description
Parallelogram
Tilt
Moire Reduction
Video Input Level
OSD
U
85%
PARALLELOGRAM
MAIN :ADJ:
OSD
U
85%
TILT
MAIN :ADJ:
OSD
U
MOIRE REDUCTION
SELECT: NEXT:
ON
OFF
OSD
U
MOIRE REDUCTION
SELECT: NEXT:
ON
OFF
OSD
U
MOIRE REDUCTION
OFF
SELECT: ADJ:
ON V72%
40%
H
OSD
U
VIDEO INPUT LEVEL
0.7V 1.0V
MAIN: ADJ:

A12
COLOR CONTROL
SELECT: NEXT:
OSD
U
USER CURVE
9300K 6550K
()
To select color temperature 9300K/
6550K/ USER and CURVE.
Select the desired color temperature or
select user to set your own color levels.
Allow for specific adjustments to
Red,
Green and Blue(R/G/B).
◀Decreases the amount of color in
the image.
▶Increases the amount of color in
the image.
Curve color setting is adjusters at the
factory to the display's color temperature.
Temperature range is from 6000
K to
9950K. So, user easily color set whitout
adjustments Red, Green and Blue(R/G/B).
Color Select
OSD Adjust Description
Degauss
COLOR CONTROL
SELECT: NEXT:
OSD
U
R
G
B
COLOR CONTROL
6000K 9950K
MAIN: ADJ:
OSD
U
DEGAUSS
OSD
U
U
SELECT: NEXT:
Used to demagnetize the picture to give
a move accurate image and color.
OSD
OSD Control
OSD CONTROL
OSD
OSD
U
.
SELECT: ADJ:
OSD CONTROL
OSD
OSD
U
.
SELECT: ADJ:
OSD CONTROL
OSD
OSD
U
.
SELECT: ADJ:
OSD CONTROL
OSD
OSD
U
.
SELECT: ADJ:
OSD CONTROL
OSD
OSD
U
VERT.
SELECT: ADJ:
HORI.
To correct OSD image’s Horizontal
position and Vertical position.
Horizontal position : To move image
right and left.
Vertical position : To move image up
and down.
OSD CONTROL
OSD
OSD
U
SELECT: ADJ:
HORI.
VERT.

A13
To choose the language in which the
control names are displayed.
OSD Menus are available in five language :
English, German, French, Spanish and
Italian.
To disappear of the OSD on the screen.
OSD Adjust Description
Language Select
Exit
Mode
Information
OSD
U
LANGUAGE
ENGLISH
FRANÇAIS
ITALIANO
DEUTSCH
ESPAÑOL
MAIN :ADJ:
SELECT: NEXT:
OSD
U
EXIT
OSD
U
NEXT:
SELECT:
INFORMATION
MODE DDC
OSD
U
NEXT:
SELECT:
INFORMATION
MODE DDC
MODE INFO.
H FREQ : 31 . 4KHZ
V FREQ : 70 . 0HZ
USER : 0
PRESET : 10
:PRESET USER:
:PRESET USER:
: MAIN
This item gives access to 2 elements :
Mode, DDC function.
The message does not disappear until you
click the select key again.
MODE
To inform users of preset and user mode
data.
DDC
To select the DDC function(ON/OFF).
Recall
RECALL
OSD
U
SELECT: NEXT:
If the monitor is operating in a factory
preset mode, this control will reset the
image to the factory preset mode.
If the monitor is operating in a user mode,
this control has no effect.
:PRESET USER:
:PRESET USER:
PRESET MODE
: MAIN
: MAIN
THE END
USER MODE
1 37.5 kHz / 75 Hz
2 46.9 kHz / 75 Hz
3 53.7 kHz / 85 Hz
4 68.7 kHz / 85 Hz
5 31.5 kHz / 70 Hz
6 31.5 kHz / 60 Hz
7 37.9 kHz / 85 Hz

Sound Selection and Adjustment ( )
You were introduced to the procedure of selection and adjusting an
item using the OSD system.
Listed below are the icons, icon names, and icon descriptions of the
items that are shown on the main Menu.
A14
Raises or lowers audio level.
Raises or lowers treble level.
Raises or lowers Bass level.
Changes balance of left/right speaker level.
Enables or disables microphone usage.
Volume
Treble
Bass
Balance
Microphone
TREBLE
50%
MAIN:
ADJ:
BASS
50%
MAIN:
ADJ:
BALANCE
0%
MAIN:
ADJ:
MICROPHONE
MAIN:
ADJ:
VOLUME
50%
MAIN:
ADJ:
OSD Adjust Description

A15
Video Memory Modes
The monitor has 20 memory locations for display modes, 10 of which
are factory preset to popular video modes.
Display Modes ( Resolution)
Display Modes
(Resolution) Horizontal Frequency (kHz) Vertical Frequency (kHz)
User Modes
Modes 11-20 are empty and can accept new video data. If the monitor
detects a new video mode that has not been present before or is not one
of the preset modes, it stores the new mode automatically in one of the
empty modes starting with mode 11.
If you use up the 10 blank modes and still have more new video modes, the
monitor replaces the information in the user modes starting with mode 11.
Recalling Display Modes
When your monitor detects a mode it has seen before, it automatically
recalls the image settings you may have made the last time you used that
mode.
You may, however, manually force a recall of each of the 10 preset modes
by pressing the Recall button. All preset modes are automatically recalled
as the monitor senses the incoming signal.
The ability to recall the preset modes is dependent on the signal coming
from your PC’s video card or system. If this signal does not match any of
the factory modes, the monitor automatically sets itself to display the
image.
640 x 480
800 x 600
800 x 600
1024 x 768
720 X 400
640 X 480
720 X 400
640 X 480
960 X 529
1024 X 768
37.50
46.88
53.68
68.677
31.47
31.47
37.93
43.27
41.775
60.02
75
75
85
85
70
60
85
85
75
75
VESA
VESA
VESA
VESA
VGA
VGA
VESA
VESA
MFI2
VESA

Energy Saving Design
This monitor complies with the EPA's Energy Star program, which is a
program designed to have manufacturers of computer equipment
build circuitry into their products to reduce power consumption during
time of non-use.
This monitor also goes into its energy saving mode if you exceed the
monitor's operating limits, such as the maximum resolution of
1280x1024 or the frequency refresh rates of 30-70kHz horizontal or
50-160Hz vertical. When this monitor is used with a Green or EPA
Energy Star PC, or a PC with a screen blanking software following the
VESA Display Power Management Signalling (DPMS) protocol, this
monitor can conserve significant energy by reducing power
consumption during periods of non-use. When the PC goes into the
energy saving mode, the monitor will go into a suspended operation
state, indicated by the Power LED light changing from a green color
to an amber color. After an extended period in the suspended mode,
the monitor will then enter a semi-OFF mode to conserve more
energy. In the semi-OFF mode or DPMS OFF mode as we call it in
our specifications, the Power LED will still show an amber color.
When you awaken your PC by hitting a key or moving the mouse, the
monitor will also awaken to its normal operating mode, indicated by
the green Power LED light. By following these conventions, the power
consumption can be reduced to the following levels:
Power Consumption
A16
Mode
Normal(Max.)
Stand-by
Suspend
Off
Hori.
Sync
On
Off
On
Off
Verti.
Sync
On
On
Off
Off
Video
Normal
Off
Off
Off
Power
Consumption
≤120W
‹15W
‹15W
‹8W
LED Color
Green
Amber
Amber
Amber

A17
Low Radiation Compliance (MPR II)
This monitor meets one of the strictest guidelines available today for
low radiation emissions, offering the user extra shielding and an
AGAR. These guidelines, set forth by a government agency in
Sweden, limit the amount of emission allowed in the Extremely Low
Frequency (ELF) and Very Low Frequency (VLF) electromagnetic
range.
Self Diagnostics This monitor can sense when there is a
possible problem present, and informs you of
this condition by presenting you with a SELF
DIAGNOSTICS OSD. This OSD may pop up
when it is On but no signal is detected. In this case the message
CHECK SIGNAL CABLE will be high lighted, alerting you to check
the signal cable connections.
DDC (Display Data Channel)
DDC is a communication channel over which the monitor automatically
informs the host system (PC) about its capabilities.This monitor has
DDC function; DDC2B. DDC2B carry out uni-directional communication
between the PC and the monitor. Under these situations, the PC sends
display data to the monitor but not commands to control the monitor
settings.
Note : PC must support DDC functions to do this.
If your monitor is displaying a monochrome image or the wrong
resolution, select the DDC OFF function.
SELF DIAGNOSTICS
CHECK SIGNAL CABLE
NO SIGNAL