Marshall Electronics V-MD1012 User manual

V-MD1012
Dual 10.1” Rack Mount Monitor with Modular Input / Output
User Manual

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Table of Contents
1. Introduction, Installation and Setup.........................................................................................................3
2. Product Overview & Features.................................................................................................................4
3. Dimensions ............................................................................................................................................8
4. Navigation Menu ....................................................................................................................................9
4.1 Scaling Configuration Submenu...................................................................................................9
4.2 Color Configuration Submenu....................................................................................................11
4.3 Markers Configuration Submenu................................................................................................13
4.4 Filter Configuration Submenu.....................................................................................................14
4.5 Audio Configuration Submenu....................................................................................................17
4.6 Signal Analysis Configuration Submenu.....................................................................................17
4.7 User Settings Configuration Submenu .......................................................................................18
4.8 System Configuration Submenu.................................................................................................19
5. Monitor Care ........................................................................................................................................21
6. Warranty...............................................................................................................................................21
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS:
The V-MD1012 Dual Monitor with HDMI I/O and MD Slots has been tested for conformance to safety
regulations and requirements, and has been certified for international use. However, like all electronic
equipment, this unit should be used with care. Please read and follow the safety instructions to protect
yourself from possible injury and to minimize the risk of damage to the unit.
• Follow all instructions and warnings marked on this unit.
• Do not attempt to service this unit yourself, except where explained in this manual.
• Provide proper ventilation and air circulation and do not use near water.
• Keep objects that might damage the device and assure that the placement of this unit is on a stable surface.
• Use only the power adapter and power cords and connection cables designed for this unit.
• Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners to clean this unit. Always unplug the power to the device before cleaning.

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1. Introduction, Installation and Setup
Introduction
The V-MD1012 is a dual 10.1” rack mount monitor with modular slots and HDMI I/O. This monitor offers a high resolution 1920 x
1200 LED backlit panel. Standard features include markers, 4 user-configurable front panel function buttons, RGB gain and bias
control.
Installation
This monitor can be mounted with any standard 19” equipment rack. The attached rack ears can be angled to provide the user
control overthe viewing angle. Adequate ventilation is required when installed to prevent possible damage to the monitor’s internal
components.
Package Contents
Carefully unpack the V-MD1012 monitor and verify that the following items are included:
• 1x - V-MD1012 Dual 10.1” Monitor
• 1x – 12V Power Supply
Connections, Power-On and Initial Setup
Plug the power supply into an AC power source (100-240 V @ 50/60 Hz). Attach the power connector to the back of the monitor.
Connect the required cables for video signal input and output. (Power must be applied to the V-MD1012 to activate the loop-
though output.) The monitor defaults to ‘ON’ when power is supplied. Video is automatically detected and displayed on the screen.

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2. Product Overview & Features
Top and Front Panel Features
1. Power Button
The Power Button will turn the Display ON and OFF. The LED button will dim when the power is ON. The LED is at full power in
the OFF state.
2. Input Select Button
Use the Input Select Button to select between the On-Board HDMI Input or the Module Input (when available).
3. User-Definable Function Buttons
Four user-definable function buttons can beused for direct access to various settings. Functions are assigned using the onscreen
menu or by highlighting a function and selecting that function button.
4. Menu Navigation Buttons
Use the Menu, ↑, ↓, and Select buttons to display and navigate the on-screen menu. See MAIN MENU AND NAVIGATION for
details on using the Menu.
5. Image Adjustment Knobs
Use the Image Adjustment Knobs to adjust image color saturation, brightness and contrast. The status of each adjustment is
shown on the bottom left screen, with values ranging from 0 to 100. Pressing a knob once displays the current value. Pressing a
knob twice resets the value to the default settings.
6. User Control Knob
The User Control Knob can be customized to control multiple functions. Functions can be changed in the main menu.
7. Stereo Headphone Jack
The 1/8” Headphone Jack can receive two channels of embedded HDMI or SDI Audio and will provide an Audio Signal.

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Rear Panel Features
1. Power Connector
Insert the included Power Supply Coax Cable. Optional DC sources supplying the appropriate voltage can be used as well.
2. HDMI Input and Output
The V-MD1012 has 2 HDMI Inputs and 2 Active Loop-Through Outputs. The HDMI Output is HDCP Compliant and will NOT
pass through HDCP protected content.
3. Module Slot
Use the Module Slot to install any of the compatible MD Series Modules. This functions as a second video input or output.
4. Upgrade Port
Use for upgrade / debugging purposes ONLY. Please contact Marshall Electronics before attempting to use this port.

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Specifications
Model Name
V-MD1012
Description
Dual 10.1” Rack Monitor
Panel
• Screen Size: Dual 10.1” Diagonal
• Backlight Feature: WLED
• Resolution: 1920x1200
• Contrast Ratio: 800:1
• Luminance: 800 cd/m2
• Contrast Ratio: 800:1
• Display Colors: 16.7M (8-Bit)
• Signal Interface: 8-Bit
• Viewing Angle: 85/85/85/85 (R/L/U/D)
Power Consumption
• Power Input: 12VDC
• Wattage: 30W
• No Over Voltage Protection
• No Reverse Polarity Protection
Loop-Through
• Yes
Cable Lengths
• SDI 300m/ HD 200m/ 3G 100m
Thermal Operating and Storage Temperature
• Operating Temp: 10C – 40C
• Storage Temp: 0C – 40C
Dimensions
• Vertical Hole Spacing: Pass (3RU)
• Horizontal Spacing: Pass (18.31”)
• Rack Opening: Pass (17.7”)
Tally Pinout
1 Screen
• Pin 1– Green
• Pin 2 – Red
• Pin 3 – Yellow
• Pin 4 – Ground
• Pin 5 – No Contact
Screen 2
• Pin 11 – Green
• Pin 12 – Red
• Pin 13 – Yellow
• Pin 14 – Ground
Module and Format Compatibility
MD-3GE (Modular)
• 480i 59.94Hz
• 576i 50Hz
• 720p 25Hz
• 720p 29.97Hz
• 720p 30Hz
• 720p 50Hz
• 720p 59.94Hz
• 720p 60Hz
• 1080psf 23.98Hz
• 1080psf 24Hz
• 1080p 23.98Hz
• 1080p 24z
• 1080p 29.97Hz
• 1080i 50Hz
• 1080i 60Hz
• 3G – Level A 1080p 50Hz
• 3G – Level A 1080p 59.94Hz
• 3G – Level A 1080p 60Hz

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MDO-3G (Modular)
• 720p 50Hz
• 720p 59.94Hz
• 720p 60Hz
• 1080p 23.98Hz
• 1080p 24Hz
• 1080p 25Hz
• 1080p 29.97Hz
• 1080p 30Hz
• 1080i 50Hz
• 1080i 59.94Hz
• 1080i 60Hz
• 3G – Level A 1080p 50Hz
• 3G – Level A 1080p 59.94Hz
• 3G – Level A 1080p 60Hz
*MDO-3G module output is converted from HDMI input. HDCP protected will not be looped through.
HDMI Input (Board)
• 480p 59.94Hz
• 576p 50Hz
• 720p 25Hz
• 720p 29.97Hz
• 720p 30Hz
• 720p 50Hz
• 720p 59.94Hz
• 720p 60Hz
• 1080psf 23.98Hz
• 1080psf 24Hz
• 1080p 23.98Hz
• 1080p 24Hz
• 1080p 25Hz
• 1080p 29.97Hz
• 1080p 30Hz
• 1080i 50Hz
• 3G – Level A 1080p 50Hz
• 3G – Level A 1080p 59.94Hz
• 3G – Level A 1080p 60Hz

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3. Dimensions
Dimensions

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4. Navigation Menu
Main Menu:
Push the 4 Menu Buttons or the Marshall Electronics RotoMenu™ Knob (integrated into the BRIGHT knob) to adjust the function
configurations. To change configurations, select a configuration from the main menu by turning the knob and pressing the menu
button once to select. Edit configuration by turning knob to change levels, then press menu button again to confirm the changes.
Repeat with each selection as needed. By default, the menu automatically times out after 15 seconds of being idle.
4.1 Scaling Configuration Submenu
ITEMS
OPTIONS
Scaling Configuration
Input Crop
Off, On
Aspect Ratio
Auto, Full Screen, 4:3, 16:9, Custom
Pixel-to-Pixel
Off, On
DSLR Preset
Off, NK 16:9, NK 3:2, CN 16:9
Use the Scaling Submenu to adjust how the video signal is displayed on each screen.
Input Crop
Enable the Input Crop function to select the area of active video that you would like shown on the image display. Select the
area by accessing the Adjust Function.
Input Crop Adjust
Use the BRIGHT knob to move the selection box LEFT and RIGHT.
Use the COLOR knob to move the selection box UP and DOWN.
Use the CONTRAST knob to move the right border LEFT and RIGHT.
Use the USER knob to move the bottom border UP and DOWN.
When satisfied with the position, press the SELECT button or press the BRIGHT knob to confirm selection.

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The new cropped selection will be displayed on the screen. If Aspect Ratio is set to AUTO, the monitor will select the closest
aspect ratio to the dimensions of the customized Input.
Aspect Ratio
Use this menu option to switch between several aspect ratio settings.
• In 4:3 Mode, images are scaled up or down to fill the maximum 4:3 portion of the screen.
• In 16:9 Mode, images are scaled to fill the entire 16:9 screen.
• In Full Screen, images are scaled to fill the entire screen.
• In Custom Mode, use the adjust function to customize the image scaling.
Aspect Ratio Adjust
Use any of the rotary knobs to select your desired aspect ratio. Standard aspect ratio settings are shown on the Aspect Ratio
selection widget. Move along the scale and the current aspect ratio will be displayed below the widget.
Pixel-to-Pixel
Use this setting to enable the Pixel-to-Pixel Mode.
This mode bypasses the monitor’s internal scaling function and displays images in their native resolution and aspect ratio,
with a one-to-one mapping of incoming image pixels to screen pixels:
• For incoming formats smaller than the native resolution of the screen (or selected aspect ratio), the image will be
displayed in the center of the screen using only the necessary LCD pixels. For example, 720p images will display
exactly 1280x720 pixels in the center of the screen. The surrounding screen area will be black.
Use the Adjust Function to customize the Pixel to Pixel zone.

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Pixel-to-Pixel Adjust
The outer square represents the entire image and the inner grey box represents the current Pixel to Pixel selection. Use the
COLOR knob to move selection LEFT and RIGHT. Use the CONTRAST knob to move selection UP or DOWN. Press the
SELECT button or the ROTOMENU knob to lock selection.
DSLR Preset
Use the DSLR Preset option to reduce the visibility of on screen indicators shown with popular DSLR cameras.
Available options are as follows:
• NK 16:9
• NK 3:2
• CN 16:9
• CN 3:2
4.2 Color Configuration Submenu
ITEMS
OPTIONS
Color Configuration
Temperature
D55, D65, D93, Custom, Linear
Bias & Gain
Bias: Red 0-100, Green 0-100, Blue 0-100
Gain: Red 0-100, Green 0-100, Blue 0-100
Gamma
1.6, 1.8, 2.0, 2.2, 2.4
Color Space
Auto, YCbCr, RGB
Temperature
Use this setting to choose one of three color temperature presets:
• D55 (5500K)
• D65 (6500K)
• D93 (9300K)
• Custom (Adjustable Color Bias and Gain)
• Linear (No processing is applied to the panel)
Bias & Gain
Select this submenu to fine-tune the monitor’s color balance (R,G,B). Only experienced video engineers should modify
because this will alter the overall color shading of the screen. Main function is for color matching to other monitors.

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Note: The Color Temperature preset will automatically switch to Custom when Color Bias settings are adjusted. It is normal
for color bias adjustments to be very subtle.
When selecting the RGB Bias and Gain submenu, bias adjustment indicators will appear at the top of the screen, and gain
adjustment indicators will appear at the bottom of the screen:
Selecting the BIAS or GAIN icons enables a group change toRed, Green and Blue colorcomponents, respectively. Individual
colors can be selected for individual color adjustments as well.
Gamma
Use the Gamma setting to adjust the value of the gamma applied to incoming video signals. The default gamma value is 2.2.
Gamma correction represents the relationship between the pixel levels from incoming video and the luminance of the monitor.
The lowest gamma level available, 1.6, will cause the image to appear brighter. The highest gamma level, 2.4, will cause the
image to appear darker. See Gamma Correction Chart below:
Color Space
Use this setting to automatically detect (Auto) orselect the colorspace (RGB or YCrCb) of incoming HDMI video. This should
match the color space of the video output settings on the playback device.

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4.3 Markers Configuration Submenu
ITEMS
OPTIONS
Markers Configuration
Enable
Off, On
Center
Off, On
Marker
1, 2
Marker Preset
Off, 4:3, 13:9, 14:9, 16:9, 1.85:1, 2.35:1, 2.39:1, 95% Safe,
93% Safe, 90% Safe, 88% Safe, 85% Safe, 80%
Safe,
Custom
Marker Customize
Left, Right, Top, Bottom
Marker Line Width
1-10 pixels
Marker Line Color
White (Default), Yellow, Red, Green, Blue
Marker Opacity
0%, 25%, 50%, 75%, 100%
Use the Markers Submenu to select various markers and settings in 4:3, 16:9, or Full Screen mode.
Marker Enable
The Marker Enable displays 16:9 or 4:3 screen markers. By default, this setting is ON.
Center Marker
Use this setting to display a Center Marker on the screen.
Marker Selection
Use this setting to adjust and view the settings of 1 of 2 available markers.
Presets
13 Markers Preset Options have been saved. This setting is disabled when the Pixel-to-Pixel mode is enabled.
• Off (No Marker)
• 4:3 Aspect Ratio
• 13:9 Aspect Ratio
• 14:9 Aspect Ratio
• 16:9 Aspect Ratio
• 1.85:1 Aspect Ratio
• 2.35:1 Aspect Ratio
• 2.39:1 Aspect Ratio
• 95% Safe Area
• 93% Safe Area
• 90% Safe Area
• 88% Safe Area
• 85% Safe Area
• 80% Safe Area
• Custom

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Customize
Customize the Screen Markers by using the BRIGHT, COLOR, CONTRAST and USER knobs. These knobs control the
LEFT, RIGHT, TOP and BOTTOM edges, respectively.
Both Markers (1 or 2) can be fully customized with this option.
Line Width
Use this setting to choose the Marker Line Width. Options from 1 px (thinnest) to 10 px (widest).
Line Color
Use this setting to select a custom color for the Screen Markers. Options: White (default), Yellow, Red, Green and Blue.
Transparency
Use this setting to select the transparency of the Marker Background. Options: 0% (black), 25%, 50%, 75% and 100%
(completely transparent).
4.4 Filter Configuration Submenu
ITEMS
OPTIONS
Filter Configuration
Check Field
Off, Red, Green, Blue
False Color
Off, On
Peaking
Off, On
Peaking Adjust
Threshold, Color
Clip
Off, On
Clip Adjust
Lower Threshold, Upper Threshold
Clip Invert
Off, On
Clip Monochrome
Off, On
Use the Filters Submenu to enable various Filter modes.

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Check Field
Use the Check Field modes for monitor calibration or individual color image analysis. In Monochrome mode, all color is
disabled and only a grayscale image is shown. In Blue, Green, and Red check field modes, only the selected color is shown.
Use the following when calibrating to SMPTE color bars:
1. Allow the monitor to warm up for at least 5-10 minutes.
2. Display SMPTE split-field color bars on the monitor using an external source.
3. Enable Monochrome mode.
4. Locate the pluge pattern (super black, black, and gray bars) at the lower-right corner of the screen. Adjust the
Brightness knob until there is no visible difference between the super black and black bars, but the gray bar is still
visible.
5. Adjust the Contrast knob until an even grayscale appears along the top bars.
6. Disable Monochrome mode.
7. Enable Blue Check Field mode and adjust the Color knob so that the outermost bars (white and blue) appear to
match in brightness.
8. Disable the Blue Check Field mode.
False Color
The False Color filter will assist with camera exposure settings. As the camera Iris is adjusted, elements of the image color
will change based on theluminance orbrightness values. This enables proper exposure without the useof costly, complicated
external equipment. A good understanding of the color chart below and basic camera exposure knowledge is helpful when
adjusting this setting.
When shooting subjects like people, it is common to set the face exposure to approximately 56 IRE. The false color filter will
show the color PINK on the monitor. Therefore, when the exposure is increased (open the IRIS), the subject’s color will
change as indicated on the chart: PINK, then GREY, then a few shades of YELLOW. Over exposed subjects (above 101
IRE) will be RED. Underexposed subjects will be DEEP-BLUE to DARK–BLUE with clipped-blacks displaying a FUCHSIA-
like color. Finally, the color GREEN is used to indicate image elements that are approximately 45 IRE. This represents a
‘neutral’ or ‘mid-level’ exposure for objects (not people).
False Color Key
Peaking (Focus Assist)
The Peaking Filter assists with finding the sharpest possible picture. Threshold and Color can be modified with the Adjust
Function. Use the BRIGHT knob to adjust the Threshold; higher values force the Peaking algorithm to react quicker to objects
that are in focus. Use the COLOR knob to adjust the Color. Options are Red (default), Yellow, Pink, Green and Blue.

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Clip
The Clip function is used to visuallyfilterdata with a Lower or Upper Threshold. This data can be filtered with a custom color.
The Lower Threshold numerical value and color can be adjusted using the BRIGHT and COLOR knob, respectively. The
Upper Threshold can be adjusted using the CONTRAST and USER knob, respectively.
The Lower Threshold in the image above has been set to 20 IRE (Red) which means that any part of the image UNDER 20
IRE will be shown in RED. The Upper Threshold in the image above has been set to 90 IRE (Yellow) which means that any
part of the image OVER 90 IRE will be shown in YELLOW.
Invert
The Clip function can also be inverted to filter the area between the Upper and Lower Threshold. The color selected for the
Lower Threshold acts as the color for all inverted Clip data.
The Lower Threshold in the image above is set to 20 IRE and the Upper Threshold is set to 90 IRE. The Clip Invert will filter
all data in between 20 IRE and 90 IRE and display in RED.
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Enabling Monochrome in the Clip Filter will convert all video to monochrome first, and then apply the Clip Filter. This filtered
data will visually stand out from the standard video.
Apply To Waveform
Applying to the Waveform will show luminance as well as warn the user for out-of-range conditions such as overexposure or
“blacker-than-black” errors with user-adjustable warning limits.
4.5 Audio Configuration Submenu
ITEMS
OPTIONS
Audio Configuration
Volume
Levels from 0-31
Mute
Off, On
Channels
1&2, 3&4, 5&6, 7&8
Volume
Use this function adjust the volume of the Headphone Jack audio signal.
Mute
Use this function to Mute (ON) or Unmute (OFF) the audio output from the Headphone Jack.
Channels
Use this function to select audio channel pairings. HDMI options are stereo pairs 1-8. Modular are stereo pairs 1-16.
4.6 Signal Analysis Configuration Submenu
ITEMS
OPTIONS
Signal Analysis Configuration
Enable
Off, On
Layout
Audio, Video, Audio & Video
Position
Bottom-Right, Bottom-Left, Top-Right, Top-Left
Transparency
0%, 25%, 50%, 75%
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Use this setting to enable the Signal Analysis instruments selected in the Layout mode.
Layout
Select which Signal Analysis instruments to display on screen. Options: Audio Meter (Audio), Waveform Monitor (Video) or
both Audio and Video can be displayed.
Position
Select the location of the Signal Analysis instruments on the screen. Options: Bottom-Right, Bottom-Left, Top-Left and Top-
Right.
Transparency
Adjust the transparency of the Signal Analysis instruments on the screen. Options: 0% (opaque hiding background video),
25% (default), 50% and 75%.
4.7 User Settings Configuration Submenu
ITEMS
OPTIONS
User Settings Configuration
Save State
1-6 States
Load State
1-6 or MFG
User Knob
Volume, Backlight, Peaking Threshold, Sharpness
F1, F2, F3, F4
See Below
The User Settings submenu can customize User Settings and Function buttons on the monitor’s keypad for easy access to
frequently used features.
Save State
Use this setting to save the state of 1 through 6 available monitor slots.
Load State
Use to load a previously configured monitor state. The Manufacturer Default state (MFG Settings) can be used as well.
User Knob
Use this setting to select the function of the USER knob on the monitor’s rotary encoder section. Choose between Volume
(default), Backlight, Peaking Threshold (used with the Peaking function) and Sharpness.
F1, F2, F3, F4 Custom Buttons
Use this setting to customize the F1-F4 buttons on the monitor’s keypad. Choose between the following options:
• Aspect Ratio Toggle through Aspect Ratio Settings
• Pixel to Pixel Enable/Disable Pixel to Pixel
• DSLR Preset Toggle through DSLR Preset Settings
• Color Temperature Toggle through Color Temperature Presets
• Gamma Toggle through Gamma Settings
• Color Space Switch between YCbCr and RGB Color Space (HDMI ONLY)
• Marker Enable Enable/Disable On-Screen Markers
• Center Marker Enable/Disable the Center Marker
• Marker Select Toggle between two different On-Screen Markers
• Marker Preset Toggle through On-Screen Markers
• Marker Width Toggle through On-Screen Marker Widths
• Marker Color Toggle through On-Screen Marker Colors

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• Marker Transparency Toggle through Marker Background Transparency Settings
• Check Field Toggle through Check Field Options
• False Color Enable/Disable False Color Filter
• Peaking Filter Enable/Disable Peaking Filter
• Clip Filter Enable/Disable the Clip Filter
• Clip: Invert Enable/Disable the Clip Invert Feature
• Clip: Monochrome Enable/Disable the Clip Monochrome Feature
• Waveform Clip Enable/Disable the Clip Filter on the Waveform Monitor
• Audio Mute Enable/Disable the Audio Mute Feature
• Audio Channels Toggle through the Available Audio Channels
• Signal Analysis Enable/Disable the Signal Analysis Feature
• Analyzer Layout Toggle through Analyzer Layout Setup (audio, video or both)
• Analyzer Position Toggle through Analyzer On-Screen Locations
• Analyzer Transparency Toggle through Analyzer Transparency Settings
• Input Format OSD Toggle through Input Format OSD On-Screen Time
• Freeze Image Enable/Disable the Freeze Image Feature
• Splash Screen Enable/Disable the Splash Screen on Monitor Startup
• Curtain Color Toggle through Different Curtain Colors
• Menu Time Out Toggle through Menu Time-Out Settings
• Input Crop Enable/Disable the Input Crop Feature
All F (function) buttons can be used as Function Hot Keys. To assign a function to an F Key, simply highlight a function in
the menu and press the desired “F” key, then press again to confirm the setting. If the function is not available, a notification
will be displayed on the screen.
4.8 System Configuration Submenu
ITEMS
OPTIONS
System Configuration
Input Format OSD
Off, On, 5 sec
Freeze Image
Off, On
Backlight
Levels from 1-100
Splash Screen
Off, On
Curtain Color
Blue, Green, Black
Menu Time-Out
Off, 10 sec, 15 sec, 20 sec, 25 sec, 30 sec
Version
System, FPGA, Keypad, Module
Use the System Submenu Settings to modify general monitor settings.
Input Format OSD
Use to modify the appearance of the Input Format OSD. Options: OFF, ON (always on), or 5 Seconds.
Freeze Image
Use to Freeze the incoming image display.
Backlight
Use to adjust the brightness of the Backlight Panel. Values range from 0 (lowest) to 100 (highest); increments of 2.
*Higher backlight value will increase the brightness of monitor but will reduce the battery time.
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Use to save the enable the “Marshall Electronics, Inc.” splash screen on monitor power up.
Curtain Color
Use this setting to select the Curtain Color. Options: Blue, Black or Green.
Menu Time-Out
Use this to set the Menu Time-Out Length. Options: 10-30 seconds (5 second increments). OFF will disable the Automatic
Menu Time-Out.
Version
Use this function to view the current Firmware versions of all monitor components.