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LaCie photon20visionII
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Table of Contents
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Foreword 3
Precautions 5
1. Introduction 6
2. Getting to Know Your LaCie photon20visionII Monitor 7
2.1 Package Contents 7
2.2 Views of the Monitor 8
3. Setting Up Your LaCie photon20visionII Monitor 11
3.1 Connecting Your Monitor 11
3.2 Location Considerations 14
3.3 Ergonomic Considerations 14
3.4 Positioning Your Display 15
3.4.1 Height Range 15
3.4.2 Tilt Range 16
3.4.3 Landscape and Portrait 16
3.5 Using the USB Ports 17
3.6 Installing the LaCie Blue Hood 18
3.7 Cleaning Your Monitor 19
4. How to Use Your LaCie photon20visionII Monitor 20
4.1 Control Panel 20
4.2 On Screen Display (OSD) Control Adjustments 23
4.3 Recommended Resolution 27
5. Specifications 28
5.1 Preset Modes (Resolution) 29
5.2 Signal Connector Pin Assignments 30
5.2.1 DVI-I Connector 30
5.2.2 15-Pin D-SUB Connector 30
5.3 VESA Mounting and Security Slot 31
6. Troubleshooting 32
7. Contacting Customer Service 35
8. Warranty 37
9. Appendix 1 –TCO’ 95 38
10. Appendix 2 – TCO’ 99 41
Glossary 43

Foreword
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Copyrights
Copyright © 2004 LaCie. All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or
transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic, mechanical, photocopying, recording or otherwise, without the prior
written consent of LaCie.
Trademarks
Apple, Mac and Macintosh are registered trademarks of Apple Computer, Inc. Microsoft, Windows 98, Windows 98 SE,
Windows 2000, Windows Millennium Edition and Windows XP are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation.
ENERGY STAR is a U.S. registered mark. Other trademarks mentioned in this manual are the property of their respective
owners.
Changes
The material in this document is for information only and subject to change without notice. While reasonable efforts have
been made in the preparation of this document to assure its accuracy, LaCie assumes no liability resulting from errors or
omissions in this document, or from the use of the information contained herein. LaCie reserves the right to make changes or
revisions in the product design or the product manual without reservation and without obligation to notify any person of such
revisions and changes.
FCC Compliance Statement
This equipment has been tested and found to comply within the limits of a Class B
digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to
provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential
installation.
This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not
installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful
interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular
installation.
If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception (which can be determined by turning the
equipment on and off), the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by using one or more of the following
measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receißver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Tested To Comply
With FCC standards
FOR HOME OR OFFICE USE
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Caution! Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the
user's (or your) authority to operate the equipment. Only peripherals (digital input/output devices, terminals,
printers, etc.) certified to comply with the Class B limits may be attached to this monitor. Operation with non-
certified peripherals is likely to result in interference to radio and TV reception. Only shielded signal cables may be
used with this System.
NOTICE
- The regulations are applied only to the products with the ID LABEL indicating specific requirements.
Canadian DOC Notice
This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment Regulations.
Cet appareil numerique de la classe B respecte toutes les exigences du Reglement sur le materiel brouilleur du Canada.
NOTICE
- The regulations are applied only to the products with the ID LABEL indicating specific requirements.
CE Conformity Notice (for Europe)
Products with the “CE” Marking comply with the EMC Directive(89/336/EEC) and LOW VOLTAGE Directive
(73/23/EEC) issued by the Commission of the European Community.
Compiance with these directives implies conformity to the following European Norms:
• EN 55022 ; Radio Frequency Interference
• EN 50082-1:1992 ; Electromagnetic Immunity
• EN 60555-2 ; Power Line Harmonics
• EN 60555-3 ; Voltage Fluctuations
• EN 60950 ; Product Safety
NOTICE
- The regulations are applied only to the products with the ID LABEL indicating specific requirements.
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 antistatic screen coating. 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.

Precautions
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General Use Precautions
Only qualified persons are authorized to carry out maintenance on this device.
• Read this User's Guide carefully, and follow the correct procedure when setting up the monitor.
• Do not attempt to disassemble or modify your monitor. Never insert any metallic object into the circuitry to avoid any risk of
electrical shock, fire, short-circuiting or dangerous emissions. Your monitor contains no user-serviceable parts. If it appears to
be malfunctioning, have it inspected by a qualified LaCie Technical Support representative.
• Never expose your monitor to rain, or use it near water, or in damp or wet conditions. Never place objects containing
liquids on the monitor, as they may spill onto its circuitry. Doing so increases the risk of electrical shock, short-circuiting, fire or
personal injury.
• Make sure that the computer and the monitor are electrically grounded. If the devices are not grounded, there is an
increased risk of electrical shock.
• Do not expose the monitor to temperatures outside the range of 5° C to 45° C (41° F to 104° F). Doing so may damage the
monitor or disfigure its casing. Avoid placing your monitor near a source of heat or exposing it to sunlight (even through a
window). Inversely, placing your monitor in an environment that is too cold or humid may damage the unit.

1. Introduction
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1. Introduction
Congratulations on the purchase of your new LaCie
photon20visionII monitor. This professional quality monitor
was designed to provide you with a high-resolution monitor
that will give you years of reliable, trouble-free operation.
LaCie photon20visionII monitors feature:
• Wide viewing angle technology
• Perfect fit for any size workarea
• On-screen controls for quick adjustment
Ideally suited for creative professionals using advanced
applications like computer-aided graphics, imaging and
desktop publishing, LaCie photonvision monitors deliver
precise, crisp colors for outstanding results. Featuring
state-of-the-art color accuracy and impressive resolutions,
these monitors incorporate a brilliant active matrix TFT
display to give you the sharpest details and exact
viewing control.
These cross-platform monitors are compatible with VGA, DVI and ADC connectors, and feature a USB hub so you can easily
and conveniently connect peripheral devices through the monitor.
Also available from LaCie is an ergonomic desk clamp that helps to save desktop real-estate and allows the monitor to be
positioned in a nearly limitless number of viewing positions and angles.
This manual will help you to:
• Install your new device properly
• Get your monitor up and running
• Quickly learn how to operate it
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2. Your LaCie photon20visionII Monitor
2.1 Package Contents
Your LaCie photon20vision
monitor is shipped with the
following:
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2.2 Views of The Monitor
Front view –
Control Panel –
Use the Control Panel to access the On Screen Display (OSD) controls. For more information, see section 4. How to Use Your
LaCie photon20visionII Monitor.
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Side view –
Vacation Switch –
Turn on the Vacation Switch after connecting the power supply. For more information, see section 3.1 Connecting Your
Monitor.

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Rear view –
Security Slot – Use this slot to
connect security cables, such as
the LaCie Security Lock. For more
information about this function, see
section 5.3 VESA Mounting and
Security Slot.
Power Supply Connector – Use
this to connect the Power Supply
cable from the monitor to a power
outlet. For more information, see
section 3.1 Connecting Your Monitor.
Signal Cable Connectors – Use
these ports to connect either the
DVI or VGA signal cables. For more
information on these connections, see
sections 3.1 Connecting Your Monitor
and 5.2 Signal Connector Pin
Assignments.
USB Ports – Use these ports to connect USB peripherals. For more information about this function, see section
3.5 Using the USB Ports.
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3. Setting Up Your LaCie photon20visionII Monitor
3.1 Connecting Your Monitor
1) Turn off the power to your computer.
2) If you do not already have a graphics card installed, you will need to have one installed prior to installation. Please refer to
your graphics card installation manual for more information.
3) Place the monitor in a convenient, well-ventilated location near your computer (for more information about where to place
your monitor, see 3.2 Location Considerations).
4) On the back of the stand, press the PUSH button and pull the stand cover down to separate it from the stand.
PUSH PUSH

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5) Connect the signal cable to the back of the monitor.
Once the signal cable is attached, tighten the
thumbscrews to secure the connection.
6) Attach the female end of the supplied power cable
into the AC power connector on the back of the
monitor, and the male end into a properly-grounded,
three-prong AC outlet.
7) After connecting the power supply and signal
cables, re-attach the stand cover by placing the slots
on the bottom back into the holes on the stand. Once
securely connected, you should hear a “click” sound
when it latches.
PUSH
PUSH

8) Connect the signal cable to the monitor connection on the back of your computer and tighten the screws to secure the
connection.
Important Info: Mac Users: Some Macs may require the use of the ADC to DVI adapter to connect the monitor to
your Mac.
9) Power on your computer and then the monitor.
Important Info: Make sure that the vacation switch, located on the right side of the monitor, is turned on.
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Computer models vary. Please consult your computer’s User’s Manual for the exact location of your monitor connection.

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3.2 Location Considerations
Important Info: Correct placement and adjustment of the monitor can reduce eye, shoulder and neck fatigue.
When setting up your monitor, keep the following in mind:
• For optimal viewing, avoid placing the monitor against a bright background or where sunlight or other light sources may
reflect on the display area of the monitor; place your monitor no closer than 12 inches and no further away than 28 inches
from your eyes. The optimal distance is 24 inches.
• Position the monitor at a 90° angle to windows and other light sources to minimize glare and reflections. Adjust the monitor
tilt so that ceiling lights do not reflect on your screen.
• Rest your eyes periodically by focusing on an object at least 20 feet away, and blink often.
• Adjust the monitor height so that the top of the screen is at or slightly below eye level. Your eyes should look slightly
downward when viewing the middle of the screen.
• Place the monitor away from strong magnetic or electromagnetic fields, such as high-capacity transformers, electric motors,
large-current power lines and steel pillars. Magnetism can cause distortion in the picture and/or color purity.
• Avoid covering the slots or openings of the monitor. Allow adequate ventilation around the monitor so the heat from the
monitor can properly dissipate. Avoid putting the monitor into any enclosure that does not have adequate ventilation.
• Avoid exposing the monitor to rain, excessive moisture or dust, because this can cause a fire or shock hazard.
• Avoid placing the monitor, or any other heavy object, on the power cord. Damage to the power cord can cause a fire or
electrical shock.
• Handle the monitor with extreme care when transporting.
3.3 Ergonomic Considerations
To realize the maximum ergonomic benefits, we recommend the following:
• Adjust the brightness until the background raster disappears
• Do not position the Contrast control to its maximum setting
• Use the preset Size and Position controls with standard signals
• Use the preset Color Setting and Sides Left/Right controls
• Use non-interlaced signals with a vertical refresh rate between 75-160Hz
• Do not use primary color blue on a dark background, as it is difficult to see and may produce eye fatigue due to
insufficient contrast

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3.4 Positioning Your Display
Adjust the position of the panel for maximum comfort.
3.4.1 Height Range
Before adjusting your monitor’s height, follow these steps:
1) Before pushing the lock, push the monitor down. Now push the lock to the left.
2) Hold the base of the monitor, and with your other hand gently pull the monitor up to adjust
the height. Push the lock back to the right once you have adjusted the monitor to its
appropriate height.
PUSH
PUSH 80.0mm
Height Range: Maximum height = 3.15 in (80.0 mm)

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3.4.2 Tilt Range
3.4.3 Landscape And Portrait
You can rotate the panel 90°, clockwise. For more detailed information on this feature, please refer to the Pivot Pro Software
CD-ROM, included with your monitor.
Important Info: The rotational capabilities offered by Pivot Pro are supported under Windows 98SE, Me, 2000
and XP. At the time of publication (April, 2004), Mac OS X does not support the rotational capabilities offered by
Pivot Pro.
5˚ 0˚ 30˚
Tilt Range = -5° to 30°

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3.5 Using the USB Ports
The Universal Serial Bus (USB) ports allow you to connect different desktop peripherals to your computer. By using the USB
ports on your LaCie photon20visionII monitor, you can connect your mouse, keyboard or other USB compliant devices to your
monitor, instead of connecting them to your computer or a hub. The LaCie photon20visionII has an integrated, self-powered
USB hub that allows you to connect up to two other USB devices.
USB Connection
1) Connect one end of a USB
cable to the upstream port of
your display, and the other
end of the USB cable to a
compliant port on your
computer or USB hub.
2) Connect USB compliant
peripheral devices to your
monitor using the monitor’s
downstream ports.
Important Info:
• To activate the USB hub of your LaCie photon20vision, the display must be connected to a USB compliant
computer or hub with a USB cable.
• When connecting the USB cable, ensure that the cable end matches the port that you are attaching it to.
• Even if the display is in power save mode, USB compliant devices will still function when they are connected to
the display.
PUSH
Upstream port, To computer Downstream port, To devices

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3.6 Installing the LaCie Blue Hood
The LaCie color enhancing hood guarantees the most accurate and consistent colors on the monitor by reducing the
interference of surrounding light, and by reducing light reflection and shadows.
Installation
Before you install the hood, first decide which position, portrait or landscape, that you are going to use the monitor in.
Landscape
1) Place the landscape top panel onto the back of the monitor, and
insert the three tabs of the top into the three holes on the back of the
monitor.
2) Slide the side panels, with the soft velvet side of the tabs facing the
monitor, into the grooves on the top panel.
Important Info: The rotational capabilities offered by Pivot Pro are supported under Windows 98SE, Me, 2000
and XP. At the time of publication (April, 2004), Mac OS X does not support the rotational capabilities offered by
Pivot Pro.
Portrait
Repeat the same installation process for portrait mode as in landscape, except that there are no tabs on the top panel.

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3.7 Cleaning Your Monitor
A special coating has been applied to the glass of your monitor to reduce reflection and static electricity on the glass surface.
Due to this delicate coating on the glass surface, use a lint-free, nonabrasive cloth (cotton or equivalent) and a non-alcohol,
neutral, nonabrasive cleaning solution to minimize dust. If the screen requires more than a light cleaning, apply water or a
soft, neutral detergent, diluted with ample water, directly to a soft cloth. Wring out the excess water, then clean the glass
surface.
Caution! Always unplug the monitor before cleaning.
Caution! The following agents will cause damage to the monitor when cleaning the glass surface: Benzene,
thinner, acid/alkaline detergent, alcohol detergent, detergent with abrasive powder, detergent with antistatic
agent and detergent for cleaning.
Caution! Do not spray cleaner directly onto the screen, because it may drip into the monitor and damage the
circuitry.

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4. How To Use Your LaCie photon20visionII Monitor
4.1 Control Panel
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