IEI Technology GeniSPOT User manual

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Revision
Date Version Changes
June, 2008 1.01 Changed software interface titles to “MMD
Monochrome Series”
March, 2008 1.00 Initial release

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Manual Conventions
WARNING!
Warnings appear where overlooked details may cause damage to the equipment or result
in personal injury. Warnings should be taken seriously. Warnings are easy to recognize.
The word “warning” is written as “WARNING,” both capitalized and bold and is followed by
text. The text is the warning message. A warning message is shown below:
WARNING:
This is an example of a warning message. Failure to adhere to warning
messages may result in permanent damage to the GeniSPOT or
personal injury to the user. Please take warning messages seriously.
CAUTION!
Cautionary messages should also be heeded to help reduce the chance of losing data or
damaging the GeniSPOT. Cautions are easy to recognize. The word “caution” is written as
“CAUTION,” both capitalized and bold and is followed. The text is the cautionary
message. A caution message is shown below:
CAUTION:
This is an example of a caution message. Failure to adhere to cautions
messages may result in permanent damage to the GeniSPOT. Please
take caution messages seriously.

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NOTE:
These messages inform the reader of essential but non-critical information. These
messages should be read carefully as any directions or instructions contained therein can
help avoid making mistakes. Notes are easy to recognize. The word “note” is written as
“NOTE,” both capitalized and bold and is followed by text. The text is the cautionary
message. A note message is shown below:
NOTE:
This is an example of a note message. Notes should always be read.
Notes contain critical information about the GeniSPOT. Please take
note messages seriously.

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Packing List
NOTE:
If any of the components listed in the checklist below are missing,
please do not proceed with the installation. Contact the IEI reseller or
vendor you purchased the GeniSPOT from or contact an IEI sales
representative directly. To contact an IEI sales representative, please
send an email to [email protected].
The items listed below should all be included in the GeniSPOT package.
 1 x GeniSPOT calibration tool
 1 x Utility CD
Images of the above items are shown in Chapter 2.

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Table of Contents
1 INTRODUCTION.......................................................................................................... 1
1.1 INTRODUCTION .......................................................................................................... 2
1.2 SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS............................................................................................ 2
1.2.1 Hardware Requirements..................................................................................... 2
1.2.2 Software Requirements....................................................................................... 3
2 UNPACKING................................................................................................................. 4
2.1 UNPACKING PRECAUTIONS......................................................................................... 5
2.2 PACKAGE CONTENTS.................................................................................................. 5
3 INSTALLATION ........................................................................................................... 6
3.1 INSTALLATION OVERVIEW.......................................................................................... 7
3.2 HARDWARE INSTALLATION ........................................................................................ 7
3.3 DRIVER INSTALLATION............................................................................................... 9
3.4 GENIPASS INSTALLATION ....................................................................................... 13
4 SOFTWARE CONFIGURATION.............................................................................. 18
4.1 OVERVIEW ............................................................................................................... 19
4.2 STARTING GENIPASS............................................................................................... 19
4.3 USER SETTINGS........................................................................................................ 20
4.4 AUTO-DIMMING CONTROL....................................................................................... 20
4.4.1 Auto-Dimming Control Setting Wizard ............................................................ 22
4.5 SELECT MONITOR .................................................................................................... 24
4.6 SELECT CONFORMANCE CRITERIA........................................................................... 25
4.7 PROFILE ................................................................................................................... 26
5 BASIC FUNCTIONS................................................................................................... 29
5.1 OVERVIEW ............................................................................................................... 30
5.2 CONFORMANCE TEST............................................................................................... 31
5.3 UNIFORMITY TEST ................................................................................................... 32
5.4 LUMINANCE TEST .................................................................................................... 35
5.5 RUN CALIBRATION................................................................................................... 37

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5.6 HISTORY LIST........................................................................................................... 38
5.7 SWITCH TO GENIPASS PRO ..................................................................................... 40
5.8 VIEW TEST REPORT.................................................................................................. 41
5.9 ABOUT ..................................................................................................................... 43
6 ADVANCED FUNCTIONS......................................................................................... 44
6.1 OVERVIEW ............................................................................................................... 45
6.2 STOP ........................................................................................................................ 46
6.3 GENISPOT SELF-DIAGNOSIS................................................................................... 46
6.4 PATTERN................................................................................................................... 46
6.5 IMPORT S/N & P/N .................................................................................................. 48
6.6 SWITCH TO GENIPASS EXPRESS.............................................................................. 48
6.7 SELECT YOUR MONITOR.......................................................................................... 48
A COMPATIBILITY ...................................................................................................... 50
A.1 COMPATIBLE OPERATING SYSTEMS......................................................................... 51
A.2 COMPATIBLE PROCESSORS ...................................................................................... 51
A.3 COMPATIBLE MEMORY MODULES ........................................................................... 52
B HAZARDOUS MATERIALS DISCLOSURE ......................................................... 53
B.1 HAZARDOUS MATERIALS DISCLOSURE TABLE FOR IPB PRODUCTS CERTIFIED AS
ROHS COMPLIANT UNDER 2002/95/EC WITHOUT MERCURY....................................... 54

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List of Figures
Figure 1-1: GeniSPOT.....................................................................................................................2
Figure 3-1: GeniSPOT Holder Attachment...................................................................................7
Figure 3-2: USB Cable Setup (Single Monitor) ............................................................................8
Figure 3-3: USB Cable Setup (Multiple Monitors) .......................................................................9
Figure 3-4: Hardware Installation Wizard...................................................................................10
Figure 3-5: Search for Drivers.....................................................................................................10
Figure 3-6: Searching for Drivers................................................................................................11
Figure 3-7: Select GeniSPOT Driver ...........................................................................................11
Figure 3-8: GeniSPOT Drivers Installing....................................................................................12
Figure 3-9: GeniSPOT Driver Installation Complete .................................................................12
Figure 3-10: GeniSPOT Main Menu.............................................................................................13
Figure 3-11: Language Selection................................................................................................14
Figure 3-12: Hardware Wizard Welcome....................................................................................14
Figure 3-13: Choose Installation Directory................................................................................15
Figure 3-14: Start Menu Folder....................................................................................................15
Figure 3-15: Desktop and Quick Launch Icon Selection..........................................................16
Figure 3-16: GeniPASS Installation Ready ................................................................................16
Figure 3-17: GeniPASS Progress Indicator ...............................................................................17
Figure 3-18: GeniPASS Installation Complete...........................................................................17
Figure 4-1: GeniPASS Group.......................................................................................................19
Figure 4-2: GeniPASS Tray Icon .................................................................................................19
Figure 4-3: User Settings.............................................................................................................20
Figure 4-4: Auto-Dimming Control..............................................................................................21
Figure 4-5: Auto-Dimming Prompt..............................................................................................21
Figure 4-6: Calibration Complete................................................................................................21
Figure 4-7: Auto-Dimming Wizard Step 1...................................................................................22
Figure 4-8: Auto-Dimming Wizard Step 2...................................................................................23
Figure 4-9: Auto-Dimming Wizard Step 3...................................................................................23
Figure 4-10: Select Monitor .........................................................................................................24
Figure 4-11: Select Monitor .........................................................................................................25

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Figure 4-12: Conformance Test...................................................................................................26
Figure 4-13: Select Conformance Criteria..................................................................................26
Figure 4-14: Profile.......................................................................................................................27
Figure 4-15: Profile.......................................................................................................................27
Figure 5-1: GeniPASS Express ...................................................................................................30
Figure 5-2: Conformance Test.....................................................................................................31
Figure 5-3: Conformance Start....................................................................................................31
Figure 5-4: Conformance Test Progress....................................................................................31
Figure 5-5: Conformance Complete............................................................................................32
Figure 5-6: Uniformity Test..........................................................................................................32
Figure 5-7: Uniformity Test Window...........................................................................................33
Figure 5-8: Center Block..............................................................................................................33
Figure 5-9: Top-Left Block...........................................................................................................34
Figure 5-10: Bottom-Left Block...................................................................................................34
Figure 5-11: Bottom-Right Block ................................................................................................34
Figure 5-12: Top-Right Block ......................................................................................................35
Figure 5-13: Luminance Test.......................................................................................................35
Figure 5-14: Luminance Test Window........................................................................................36
Figure 5-15: Start Luminance Test..............................................................................................36
Figure 5-16: Luminance Test Complete .....................................................................................36
Figure 5-17: Run Calibration .......................................................................................................37
Figure 5-18: Start Calibration......................................................................................................37
Figure 5-19: Calibration Test.......................................................................................................37
Figure 5-20: Calibration Complete..............................................................................................38
Figure 5-21: History List ..............................................................................................................38
Figure 5-22: History List Window................................................................................................39
Figure 5-23: HTML Results Page.................................................................................................40
Figure 5-24: Switch to GeniPASS Pro ........................................................................................40
Figure 5-25: View Test Report.....................................................................................................41
Figure 5-26: View Test Report Window......................................................................................42
Figure 5-27: About........................................................................................................................43
Figure 6-1: GeniPASS Main Window ..........................................................................................45
Figure 6-2: Stop Button................................................................................................................46
Figure 6-3: GeniSPOT Self-Diagnosis ........................................................................................46
Figure 6-4: Pattern........................................................................................................................47

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Figure 6-5: Pattern Window.........................................................................................................47
Figure 6-6: Pattern Window Options ..........................................................................................47
Figure 6-7: Import S/N & P/N .......................................................................................................48
Figure 6-8: Switch to GeniPASS Express ..................................................................................48
Figure 6-9: Select Your Monitor..................................................................................................49

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List of Tables
Table 2-1: Packing List Items........................................................................................................5

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Chapter
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1 Introduction

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1.1 Introduction
Figure 1-1: GeniSPOT
The GeniSPOT screen calibration tool is for calibrating monochrome monitors used for
diagnostic applications and ensures display consistency, reliability, and conformance to
standards.
The GeniSPOT external sensor combined with the GeniPASS software allows the monitor
to be adjusted to conform to AAPM, DIN, JIS and IEC standards. The GeniSPOT also
features a luminance sensor, so the display brightness is automatically adjusted according
to lighting conditions. The self-diagnosis function allows the GeniSPOT to be calibrated for
accurate performance.
1.2 System Requirements
In order for the software to function correctly the following system minimum requirements
should be met.
1.2.1 Hardware Requirements
The following hardware is required to use the GeniSPOT.
 CD-ROM – for driver installation
 USB port – for plugging in the GeniSPOT

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1.2.2 Software Requirements
The GeniSPOT requires the following software:
 Microsoft® Windows XP

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Chapter
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2 Unpacking

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2.1 Unpacking Precautions
When the GeniSPOT is unpacked, please do the following:
 Make sure the packing box is facing upwards so the GeniSPOT does not fall
out of the box.
 Make sure all of the components shown in the next section are present.
2.2 Package Contents
NOTE:
If any of the components listed in the checklist below are missing, do
not proceed with the installation. Contact the IEI reseller or vendor that
the GeniSPOT was purchased from, or contact and IEI sales
representative directly by sending an email to [email protected].
The GeniSPOT is shipped with the following components.
Quantity Item and Part Number Image
1 GeniSPOT
1 Utility CD
Table 2-1: Packing List Items

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Chapter
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3 Installation

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3.1 Installation Overview
Installation includes setting up the hardware and connecting it to the system, installation of
the GeniSPOT drivers and finally, installation of the GeniPASS software.
3.2 Hardware Installation
The GeniSPOT can be installed for a single monitor or multiple monitors. Special
instructions for multiple monitors are noted. To install the GeniSPOT please follow the
directions below:
Step 1: Attach the GeniSPOT sensor holder onto the (primary) monitor. Place the
holder on the top of the (primary) monitor so that the two legs are straddling over
the front and back of the monitor edge and the cable is facing the rear of the
monitor. Turn the screw clockwise to tighten the holder into position.
Figure 3-1: GeniSPOT Holder Attachment
Step 2: Attach the GeniSPOT USB cable to the monitor USB hub, and the monitor
to the computer. Connect the cable from the GeniSPOT to one of the A-series
USB ports on the rear panel of the monitor. Attach the USB B-series connector
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rear panel of the (primary) monitor and the A-series connector to a USB port on
the computer system.
Figure 3-2: USB Cable Setup (Single Monitor)
Step 3: Attach the USB cables to the second (other) monitors. Connect the B-series
connector of the included cable (included with the monitor) to the monitor, and
the A-series end to the computer. Step0: