IEI Technology Afolux Monitor User manual

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IEI Technology Corp.
User Manual
MODEL:
Afolux Monitor
19" Wide Screen LCD Monitor
Rev. 1.00 – 2 July, 2009

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Revision
Date Version Changes
2 July, 2009 1.00 Initial release

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Copyright
COPYRIGHT NOTICE
The information in this document is subject to change without prior notice in order to
improve reliability, design and function and does not represent a commitment on the part
of the manufacturer.
In no event will the manufacturer be liable for direct, indirect, special, incidental, or
consequential damages arising out of the use or inability to use the product or
documentation, even if advised of the possibility of such damages.
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reserved. No part of this manual may be reproduced by any mechanical, electronic, or
other means in any form without prior written permission of the manufacturer.
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owners.

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Table of Contents
1 INTRODUCTION.......................................................................................................... 1
1.1 OVERVIEW.................................................................................................................. 2
1.2 FEATURES................................................................................................................... 2
1.3 MODEL VARIATIONS ................................................................................................... 3
1.4 FRONT VIEW .............................................................................................................. 4
1.5 REAR VIEW ................................................................................................................ 5
1.6 SPECIFICATIONS ......................................................................................................... 5
1.7 CERTIFICATIONS ......................................................................................................... 6
2 PACKING LIST............................................................................................................. 7
2.1 UNPACKING PROCEDURE............................................................................................ 8
2.2 PACKING LIST............................................................................................................. 8
3 MONITOR INSTALLATION..................................................................................... 10
3.1 INSTALLATION PRECAUTIONS....................................................................................11
3.2 PRE-INSTALLATION PREPARATION .............................................................................11
3.3 PHYSICAL DIMENSIONS............................................................................................ 13
3.4 REAR PANEL CONNECTORS ...................................................................................... 14
3.4.1 Audio Jack........................................................................................................ 14
3.4.2 DVI Connector................................................................................................. 15
3.4.3 Power Input Connector.................................................................................... 16
3.4.4 VGA Connector................................................................................................ 16
3.5 MOUNTING............................................................................................................... 17
3.5.1 Wall Mounting.................................................................................................. 18
3.5.2 Wall Arm........................................................................................................... 18
3.5.3 Monitor Stand Installation............................................................................... 19
3.5.4 Ceiling Mount .................................................................................................. 19
3.5.5 Mobile Mount................................................................................................... 20
3.6 TOUCH SCREEN DRIVER INSTALLATION ................................................................... 21
4 OSD ............................................................................................................................... 22

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4.1 BUTTONS.................................................................................................................. 23
4.2 MENU STRUCTURE................................................................................................... 24
4.3 USING THE OSD....................................................................................................... 25
4.3.1 Main Display Features..................................................................................... 25
4.3.2 Color................................................................................................................ 26
4.3.3 Image Settings.................................................................................................. 27
4.3.4 OSD Configurations......................................................................................... 28
4.3.5 Signal ............................................................................................................... 29
4.3.6 Auto-Dimming Configurations......................................................................... 29
4.3.6.1 Default Settings......................................................................................... 30
4.3.6.2 OSD Control ............................................................................................. 31
4.3.6.3 Changing the Default Settings.................................................................. 32
A CERTIFICATIONS .................................................................................................... 35
A.1 ROHS COMPLIANT.................................................................................................. 36
A.2 IP64 COMPLIANT FRONT PANEL ............................................................................. 36
B TERMINOLOGY........................................................................................................ 37
C HAZARDOUS MATERIALS DISCLOSURE......................................................... 41
C.1 HAZARDOUS MATERIALS DISCLOSURE TABLE FOR IPB PRODUCTS CERTIFIED AS
ROHS COMPLIANT UNDER 2002/95/EC WITHOUT MERCURY ....................................... 42

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List of Figures
Figure 1-1: Afolux Monitor.............................................................................................................2
Figure 1-2: Front View....................................................................................................................4
Figure 1–3: Rear View ....................................................................................................................5
Figure 3-1: Physical Dimensions (millimeters)..........................................................................13
Figure 3-2: External Connectors.................................................................................................14
Figure 3-3: DVI Connector ...........................................................................................................15
Figure 3-4: DVI-D Connector Pinout Locations.........................................................................16
Figure 3-5: VGA Connector .........................................................................................................17
Figure 3-6: VGA Connector Pinout Locations...........................................................................17
Figure 3-7: Wall Mount.................................................................................................................18
Figure 3-8: Wall Arm.....................................................................................................................19
Figure 3-9: Monitor Stand............................................................................................................19
Figure 3-10: Ceiling Mount ..........................................................................................................20
Figure 3-11: Mobile Mount...........................................................................................................20
Figure 4-1: OSD Control Buttons for All Models.......................................................................23
Figure 4-2: Main Display Features ..............................................................................................25
Figure 4-3: Color Options ............................................................................................................26
Figure 4-4: Image Settings Menu................................................................................................27
Figure 4-5: OSD Configurations Menu .......................................................................................28
Figure 4-6: Signal Menu...............................................................................................................29
Figure 4-7: LCD Brightness.........................................................................................................31
Figure 4-8: Auto-Dimming Configurations Menu......................................................................31
Figure 4-9: Decreasing LUX Max. Value.....................................................................................33
Figure 4–10: Keep Light Max. in default setting: 100................................................................34
Figure 4–11: Keep Light Min. in default setting: 0 ....................................................................34
Figure 4–12: Keep LUX Min. in default setting: 0......................................................................34

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List of Tables
Table 1-1: AFL Series Model Variants ..........................................................................................3
Table 1-2: Technical Specifications..............................................................................................6
Table 2-1: Packing List...................................................................................................................9
Table 3-1: Audio Jack Pinouts ....................................................................................................14
Table 3-2: DVI-D Connector Pinouts...........................................................................................15
Table 3-3: DC 12V Connector Pinouts........................................................................................16
Table 3-4: VGA Connector Pinouts.............................................................................................17
Table 3-5: AFL Series Mounting Kits..........................................................................................18
Table 4-1: OSD Menus..................................................................................................................25
Table 4-2: LUX Measurement of Everyday Light Source..........................................................30
Table 4-3: Auto-Dimming Default Settings ................................................................................30

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Chapter
1
1 Introduction

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1.1 Overview
Figure 1-1: Afolux Monitor
The Afolux Monitor is an industrial strength monitor for digital signage applications.
The Afolux Monitor features an optional USB or RS-232 touch screen monitor, both VGA
and DVI inputs, and perfectly compliments the iSignager digital signage player.
The Afolux Monitor also has options for accepting a 9-36V DC power input, or power from
a power adapter connected to the AC mains.
Stereo speakers complete the multimedia experience by providing audio to accompany
the visual images.
1.2 Features
Some features include:
Built-in speakers
Multiple input interfaces including
oDVI
oVGA
Supports rack mounting

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IP 64 compliant front panel
RoHS compliant
Integrated auto-dimming control sensor
1.3 Model Variations
The different models are listed below.
Model Number Touch Screen Power Input
AFL-W19M No AC power adapter
AFL-W19M/T-R RS-232 AC power adapter
AFL-W19M-USB/T-R USB AC power adapter
AFL-W19MM/T-R RS-232 DC power
AFL-W19MM-USB/T-R USB DC power
Table 1-1: AFL Series Model Variants

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1.4 Front View
A labeled diagram of the front is shown below.
Figure 1-2: Front View
The OSD panel consists of the following buttons.
LCD On/Off
Auto
Left
Up
Down
Right
Menu
The auto-dimming function consists of the following external items:
Ambient Light Sensor
The ambient light sensor detects the brightness of the ambient environment
when the auto-dimming function is turned on.

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Auto-Dimming LED
The auto-dimming LED lights up in red when the auto-dimming function is on.
1.5 Rear View
The rear panel has the video, audio and power input sockets. The rear panel also has the
VESA mounting holes.
Figure 1–3: Rear View
1.6 Specifications
Table 1-2 shows the AFL Series specifications.
Specification Value
LCD Size 19"
Connectors RS-232/USB (for touch screen)
DVI
VGA
12 V DC
9-36 V DC terminal block
Audio jack (input)
Max. Resolution 1440 x 900
Brightness (cd/m2) 300
Contrast 1000:1

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Specification Value
LCD Color 16.7 million
View Angle (H / V) 170/160
Backlight MTBF (Hrs) 50000
Mounting 100 mm x 100 mm VESA
Dimension (WxHxD) (mm) 475 mm x 332 mm x 65 mm
Operation Temperature 0°C ~ 50°C
Weight 6.0 kg
IP Level IP 64
Table 1-2: Technical Specifications
1.7 Certifications
All Afolux Monitor models comply with the following international standards:
RoHS
IP 64
For a more detailed description of these standards, please refer to Sections A.1 and A.2.

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Chapter
2
2 Packing List

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2.1 Unpacking Procedure
To unpack the Afolux Monitor, follow the steps below:
WARNING:
The front side LCD screen has a protective plastic cover stuck to the
screen. Only remove the plastic cover after the Afolux Monitor has
been properly installed. This ensures the screen is protected during the
installation process.
Step 1: Use box cutters, a knife or a sharp pair of scissors to open the seal on the top
side of the external (second) box.
Step 2: Open the external (second) box.
Step 3: Use box cutters, a knife or a sharp pair of scissors the seal on the top side of the
internal (first) box.
Step 4: Lift the monitor out of the boxes.
Step 5: Remove both polystyrene ends, one from each side.
Step 6: Pull the plastic cover off the Afolux Monitor.
Step 7: Make sure all the components listed in the packing list are present. Step0:
2.2 Packing List
All the monitors in the AFL series are shipped with the following components:
Quantity Item Image
1 Afolux Monitor

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Quantity Item Image
1 AC power adapter
1 Power cord
1 User manual and driver CD
1 Touch pen (T-R models only)
Table 2-1: Packing List
If any of these items are missing or damaged, contact the distributor or sales
representative immediately.

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Chapter
3
3 Monitor Installation

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3.1 Installation Precautions
When installing the Afolux Monitor, please follow the precautions listed below:
Read the user manual: The user manual provides a complete description of
the Afolux Monitor, installation instructions and configuration options.
DANGER! Disconnect Power: Power to the monitor must be disconnected
when installing the Afolux Monitor, or before any attempt is made to access
the rear panel. Electric shock and personal injury might occur if the rear panel
of the monitor is opened while the power cord is still connected to an electrical
outlet.
Qualified Personnel: TheAfolux Monitor must be installed and operated only
by trained and qualified personnel. Maintenance, upgrades, or repairs may
only be carried out by qualified personnel who are familiar with the associated
dangers.
Mounting: Since the Afolux Monitor weighs 6.0 kg it is advised that two
people perform the installation.
Air Circulation: Make sure there is sufficient air circulation when installing the
monitor. The monitor’s cooling vents must not be obstructed by any objects.
Blocking the vents can cause overheating of the monitor. Leave at least 5 cm
of clearance around the monitor to prevent overheating.
Grounding: The monitor should be properly grounded. The voltage feeds
must not be overloaded.Adjust the cabling and provide external overcharge
protection per the electrical values indicated on the label attached to the back
of the monitor.
Anti-static Discharge: The rear panel of the monitor must to be removed to
configure the monitor’s AD board voltage select jumper. When doing so, be
sure the monitor is disconnected from its power source and take all necessary
safety precautions to avoid electrocution and static discharge to theAD board.
The use of a grounded wrist strap and an anti-static work pad is
recommended.
3.2 Pre-installation Preparation
Before installing the Afolux Monitor, make sure the following tools are on hand:

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Phillips (crosshead) screwdriver: All the retention screws on the system are
Phillips screws.
Soft working mat: When the Afolux Monitor is installed, the screen is placed
on the working surface. It is therefore important to rest the Afolux Monitor on a
soft at that cannot damage the LCD screen on the front of theAfolux Monitor.