NEC 200 User manual

MultiSync LCD200
User’s Manual

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MultiSync LCD200
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Safety Instruction
Caution:
When operating the LA-1221JMW with a 220-240V AC power source
in Europe except UK, use the power cord provided with the monitor.
In UK, a BS approved power cord with moulded plug has a Black (five
Amps) fuse installed for use with this equipment. If a power cord is not
supplied with this equipment please contact your supplier.
When operating the LA-1221JMW with a 220-240V AC Power source
in Australia, use the power cord provided with the monitor.
For all other cases, use a power cord that matches the AC voltage of the
power outlet and has been approved by and complies with the safety
standard of your particular country.
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Introduction to the NEC MultiSync LCD200
Congratulations on your purchase of the NEC MultiSync LCD200 true
color monitor!
True Color Monitor
The MultiSync LCD200 monitor incorporates NEC’s own l2.1" true
color active matrix thin-film-transistor (TFT) liquid crystal display to
provide superior display performance and a reduced footprint. Less than
18 cm in depth, the MultiSync LCD200 monitor is ideal for
environments with space and weight constraints that require superior
image quality. A high resolution of 1024 x768 and a fine dot pitch of
0.24mm are ideal for displaying complex graphics and high definition
images. The MultiSync LCD200 monitor also supports 800 x 600 and
VGA graphics and text modes. Other examples of features that enhance
the MultiSync LCD200 monitor’s performance are Microsoft’s Plug and
Play compatibility, NEC’s ErgoDesign features and OSM (On Screen
Manager) controls. This LCD monitor also carries the MultiSync brand
name, ensuring greater compatibility with today’s sophisticated
computer platforms.
Analog Advantage
Because NEC incorporates only its own patented analog LCD modules
into its MultiSync LCD monitors, the MultiSync LCD200 monitor is
capable of displaying over 16.7 million colors in a continuous spectrum,
providing a truer representation of color. Like its analog predecessors
based on CRT technology, the MultiSync LCD200 monitor displays a
continuous gray scale and does not require the use of dithering
techniques, a mainstay of digital LCD panels, to approximate
intermediate shades of gray. In addition, the monitor’s high contrast
LCD enhances color vibrancy and improves focus with no geometric
distortion.
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Wider Compatibility
Adapting the latest advances in satellite technology to the circuitry
employed within the MultiSync LCD200 monitor, NEC provides wide
range compatibility with today’s graphics driver technology. Because
the MultiSync LCD200 monitor is analog through and through, it does
not require special analog to digital display or interface cards but can
accept RGB input directly. Consequently, the same display cards that
are used to drive the Multisync LCD200 monitor can also be used to
drive standard CRT monitors. NEC’s MultiSync LCD200 monitor can
be used with a wide range of systems such as IBM PC compatible
computers, Macintosh and Power Macintosh.
FullScan Capability
Using NEC’s own FullScan Capability, all of the resolutions supported
on the MultiSync LCD200 monitor are displayed full screen, utilizing
the most of the monitor’s large display area. Rather than displaying
640x480 resolution as a small box in the center of the MultiSync
LCD200 monitor’s display, this VGA resolution is displayed full screen,
allowing for greater visibility.
Reduced Footprint
The MultiSync LCD200 monitor offers nearly the same viewable image
size as conventional 14-inch and 15-inch CRTs at 40% of the depth and
30% of the weight. With a depth of about 17 cm and a weight of 4 kg,
the reduced footprint of NEC’s MultiSync LCD monitor provides the
ideal solution for environments requiring superior image quality but
with size and weight limitations. And the monitor’s small footprint and
low weight allow it to be moved or transported easily from one location
to another.
Low Power Consumption
The MultiSync LCD200 monitor has been designed with NEC’s IPM
(Intelligent Power Manager) System. When utilized with an Energy
Star system or display card, the MultiSync LCD200’s IPM System is an
innovative power-saving utilily that complies with both the EPA’s
Energy Star requirements and Europe’s NUTEK power management
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requirements. With a maximum power consumption of 33 watts, the
MultiSync LCD200 monitor consumes over 50% less power than
conventional CRTs and emits less heat. In its power-saving mode, the
MultiSync LCD200 monitor consumes less than 6 watts. All this
translates into energy savings, environmental protection, reduced
emissions and reduced air conditioning costs of the work environment.
The MultiSync LCD200 monitor follows the Video Electronics Standard
Association (VESA) approved power-down signaling method. Endorsed
by the EPA, VESA’s Display Power Management Signaling (DPMS)
method is the power-down process a system should use to communicate
to the monitor to save power. Power-down functions can be utilized
only with an Energy Star system or display card which adheres to the
VESA DPMS standard. By using the monitor’s horizontal and vertical
SYNC signals, the monitor can be prompted into the different IPM
modes. The following is the description of the LED indicator for the
IPM power-saving modes:
Mode LED Indicator Power Consumption
ON Green Typical: 33 watts
Standby & Suspend Amber Typical: About 6 watts
Power Switch OFF No Light No Power Used
Plug and Play
Plug and Play is the new Microsoft solution with Windows 95 to
provide automatic peripheral connections without confusing and
time-consuming setup. NEC developed the monitor’s Plug and Play
capability that allows your Plug and Play compatible system to
automatically identify, configure and optimize the monitor connected to
it. The MultiSync LCD200 monitor automatically tells the system its
identification and capabilities. NEC’s partnership with Microsoft
provides you with simple installation, setup and service.
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ErgoDesign Features
The MultiSync LCD200 monitor utilizes NEC’s ErgoDesign features
philosophy that adapts technology to the way you work, increasing
productivity through enhancements in comfort and ease of use.
ErgoDesign features include a low glare screen treatment, power and
brightness controls that are positioned within easy reach, easy-to-use
on-screen controls and a tilt base that easily adjusts to each individual’s
preferred angle of vision.
Reduced Emissions
Incorporating NEC’s own Reduced Magnetic Field technology, the
MultiSync LCD200 monitor has minimal field emissions and follows the
strictest international magnetic field, alternating electric field and
electrostatic guidelines.
OSM (On-Screen Manager) Controls
The OSM (On-Screen Manager) controls simplify the MultiSync’s
Advanced Digital Control System. The control system is easily
accessed. Just touch the PROCEED button on the front of the monitor,
which gives you access to the Position, Image Adjust and Contrast
controls, the ColorControl System and many others. Use the front
controls for navigation.
Position
Image Adjust
Contrast
AccuColor
OSM Location
OSM Turn Off Time
OSM Lock Out
ON SCREEN MANAGER
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Through the OSM control’s enhanced ColorControl System, you can
better match your image color to a variety of standards such as:
–Your personal preference (depending upon the application
used).
–A color standard such as Pantone or Trumatch.
–Another monitor.
–Your printer or Service Bureau output.
Additional OSM controls are available such as OSM Location, OSM
Turn Off Time, OSM Lock Out, Display Mode, Language Select and
Factory Preset.
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Contents of Package
Included with your MultiSync LCD200 monitor are the following items:
–NEC MultiSync LCD200 (Model LA-122lJMW) true color
monitor.
–AC power cable.
–Video signal cable (15 pin mini D-sub male to 15 pin mini
D-sub male).
–User’s manual.
Remember to save the original box and packing materials to transport or
ship this monitor.
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Recommended Use
For optimum performance, please note the following when setting up
and using the MultiSync LCD200 color monitor:
•The optimum monitor position is facing away from direct
sunlight.
•Allow adequate ventilation around the monitor so that heat
can properly dissipate.
•Do not place any heavy objects on the power cord. Damage
to the cord may cause shock or fire.
•Use the monitor in a clean and dry area.
•Handle with care when transporting. Save packaging for
transporting.
•When operating the MultiSync LCD200 with its AC125-
240V worldwide power supply, use a power supply cord
that matches the power supply voltage of the AC power
outlet being used. The power supply cord you use shall be
employed one of the type H05VV-F with the earth pin,
which must have been approved by and comply with the
safety standards of your country.
•The power cable connector is the primary means of detaching
the system from the power supply. The monitor should be in-
stalled close to a power outlet which is easily accessible.
•Clean the LCD monitor surface with a lint-free, non-abrasive
cloth. Avoid using any cleaning solution, glass cleaner or tis-
sue paper.
•For optimum performance, allow 20 minutes for warm-up.
•Avoid displaying fixed patterns on the monitor for extremely
long periods of the time to avoid after-image effects.
•Avoid applying pressure to the LCD monitor surface.
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Installation
Connection to your Personal Computer
(NEC and PC Compatibles)
The MultiSync LCD200 true color monitor complements NEC and PC
compatible computers. Your system has one of two configurations:
–the video controller is built into the computer.
–the video controller is in the form of a display card (sometimes
referred to as graphics card, video adapter or graphics board).
Both configurations have a video connector (or a CRT PORT on laptop
computers). If you are not sure which connector is the video connector,
refer to your computer or display card manual.
To attach the monitor to your system, follow these instructions:
1. Turn off the power to the monitor and computer.
2. If necessary, install the display card. For more information
about installing your card, refer to the display card manual.
3. Connect the MultiSync LCD200 monitor’s video cable to the
display card’s connector.
4. Connect one end of the power cable to the MultiSync monitor
and the other end to the power outlet.
5. Turn on the monitor and the computer.
6. This completes the installation.
If you have any problems, please refer to the Troubleshooting section of
this manual.
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Connection to your Personal Computer (Macintosh)
With the Macintosh cable adapter, the MultiSync LCD200 color monitor
is compatible with the Macintosh family of computers, Power
Macintosh, Mac Quadra Series, Mac Centris Series, Mac LC series,
Mac Performa series, PowerBooks and other NuBus/PCI display cards
@640x480, 800x600, and 1024x768 resolutions.
You will connect your MultiSync color monitor one of two ways to
your Macintosh computer:
–On-board video port
–NuBus/PCI/PDS display card
Both configurations should have the same style video connector. If you
are not sure which port is the monitor connector, please reference your
computer or display card manual.
To attach the monitor to your system, follow these instructions:
1. Turn off the power to your MultiSync monitor and Macintosh.
2. If necessary, install the display card. For more information on
this installation, reference the display card manual.
3. If necessary, install the 15-pin to 15-pin MultiSync LCD200
Macintosh cable adapter to the monitor connector. Tighten the
screws.
4. Connect the MultiSync monitor’s signal cable to the other end
of the cable adapter. Tighten the screws between the signal
cable and cable adapter to ensure proper connection.
5. Connect one end of the power cable to the MultiSync monitor
and the other end to the power outlet.
6. If you have a Powerbook, Mac LC, Mac AV, Power Mac or
Quadra 605 or 630 or are running system 7.5, please make sure
the SYNC switch is in the ON position. (The SYNC switch is
located on the back of the monitor). All other Mac systems
require the SYNC switch to be in the OFF position.
7. Turn on the monitor and the computer.
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8. This completes the installation.
Power Macintosh 6100/60 and 66 users need to use the Apple HDI-45
cable adapter and Powerbook users need to use the Apple VID-14 cable
adapter in conjunction with the appropriate MultiSync Macintosh cable
adapter when connecting a MultiSync monitor.
Connection to Other Computers or Display Cards
If your computer or display card is not compatible with the MultiSync
LCD200 color monitor’s PRESET signals or has a different pin
assignment, refer to the steps below to determine if your system is
compatible with the MultiSync LCD200 color monitor.
1. Determine the video connector’s pin assignments of your
display card.
2. Determine the output signal timing and level of your display card.
3. Check the pin assignment and signal timing charts of the display
card and make sure the monitor accepts these pin assignments
and signal timings.
4. Select the appropriate SYNC switch setting on the rear of the
monitor according to your computer or display card output.
SYNC switch should be set in the ON position for standard
separate or composite Sync mode and in the OFF position for
Sync on Green priority mode.
5. Connect the signal cable supplied with your display card to the
monitor.
6. Connect one end of the power cable to the MultiSync LCD200
monitor and the other end to the power outlet.
7. Turn on the monitor and the computer.
8. Adjust the position of the image to your preference.
9. This completes the installation.
If you have any problems, please refer to the Troubleshooting section of
this manual.
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Controls
Direct Controls
EXIT: Has no function
SETTING ▼/▲: Selects between two sets of parameters for each
resolution. Each selection can be preset by adjusting the OSM controls
to your preference. Changes are saved automatically.
LCD Brightness -/+: Adjusts the overall image and background screen
brightness.
PROCEED: Accesses OSM controls menu
RESET: Has no function
LED Power Indicator Light: Located on the lower right and indicates
the monitor’s power mode. Each mode reduces the amount of power
used by the monitor.
Mode LED Indicator Power Consumption
ON Green Typical: 33 watts
Standby & Suspend Amber Typical: About 6 watts
Power Switch OFF No Light No Power Used
Power Switch: Located on the right side of the monitor’s base which
turns the monitor power on or off. When the power is on, the LED is lit.
SYNC Switch: Located on the rear of the monitor, which allows
selection between standard separate and composite Sync modes (ON)
and Sync on Green priority mode (OFF).
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OSM Controls
The OSM controls on the front of the monitor provide the following
functions:
Control In the Main Menu In the Sub Menu
EXIT ▼/▲Exits the OSM controls. Exits to the OSM
controls menu.
SETTING Moves the highlighted
area up/down to select
one of the controls.
Moves the highlighted
area up/down to select
one of the controls
SETTING -/+ Has no function. Moves the bar in the +
or - direction to increase
or decrease the
adjustment.
PROCEED Proceeds to selected
menu choice (indicated
by the highlighted area).
Proceeds to the control
in that sub menu.
RESET: The currently
highlighted control to
the factory setting.
Resets all the controls
within the highlighted
menu.
Resets the highlighted
control.
NOTE: When RESET is pressed, a warning window will appear
allowing you to cancel the reset function.
WARNING
ABOUT TO RESET
POSITION
Press:
PROCEED-Reset
EXIT-Cancel
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OSM Control Elements
Typical On Screen Manager windows have the following elements:
Control Function
Highlight Indicates the selected menu or Control
Scroll Bar Indicates direction of adjustment
Numeric Reading Provides a number to remember, record or compare a
specific setting.
OSM Control Menus
Main Menu
The arrow in the bottom or upper right corner indicates that further
choices are available. Use the ▼/▲control buttons to scroll through all
of the options.
ON SCREEN MANAGER
Position
Image Adjust
Contrast
AccuColor
OSM Location
OSM Turn Off Time
OSM Lock Out
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Position Menu
Up/Down: Moves the image vertically up or down.
Left/Right: Moves the image horizontally left or right.
Image Adjust
Adjust the horizontal size of the image by increasing or decreasing the
coarse total. Focus, clarity and image stability can be improved by
increasing or decreasing the Fine total.
Position
Up
Right
Down
Left
Image Adjust
1280
31
Coarse
Fine
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Contrast
The contrast level of the monitor’s display can be adjusted by increasing
or decreasing the total.
AccuColor Control System Menu
Preset(Setting): Selects the desired color setting. The bar is replaced by
the color setting choice (from 1 to 3). Each color setting is adjusted at
the factory to the stated degree Kelvin. If a setting is adjusted, the name
of the setting will change from degree Kelvin to Custom.
Color Gain: Increases or decreases red, green or blue depending upon
which is selected. The change in color will appear on screen and the
direction (increase or decrease) will be shown by the color bars. One
Contrast
Contrast
100
AccuColor
Preset: 6600 Kelvin
123
Color Gain:
100
100
100
Red
Green
Blue
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