NEC P1150 - MultiSync - 21" CRT Display User manual

MultiSync P1150
User’s Manual

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MultiSync P1150 JC-2145UMB
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- EN 60950
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- EN 55022
- EN 60555-2
- EN 60555-3
- EN 50082-1
(IEC 801-2)
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Safety Instruction
Caution:
When operating the JC-2145UMB 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 JC-2145UMR 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
Congratulations on your purchase of the MultiSync P1150 colour Monitor!
The MultiSync P1150 monitor includes the aperture grille CRT,
Microsoft’s Plug and Play, NEC’s ErgoDesign properties, the On
Screen Manager (OSM), as well as all the unique features you expect
from MultiSync Monitors.
The MultiSync technology provides you with automatic compatibility
with multiple operating platforms and a vast array of graphics standards
allowing resolution upgrades without upgrading the monitor.
The MultiSync P1150 monitor strictly follows ErgoDesign guidelines
featuring enhanced human ergonomics (human and earth condition).
The goal of ErgoDesign is to maximise the comfort and productivity of
the end user. ErgoDesign parallels the strict European standards of
power management and reduced emissions. In addition our monitor is
designed to be recyclable.
CRT Technology
The MultiSync P1150 features aperture grille CRT technology, which
delivers superior vertical definition as a result of striped phosphor
alignment, as well as improved brightness for more uniform image
contrast without loss of focus.
The aperture-grille CRT has Dual Dynamic Beam Focus which
provides precise and continous focus adjustment of the electron beams .
Dual Dynamic Beam Focus provides optimum image quality, even to
the far edges of the screen.
The OptiClear Surface of the P1150 CRT dramatically reduces the
reflection of ambient illumination and glare resulting in greatly
improved user comfort and productivity. This multilayered screen
coating increases the contrast without sacrificing the focus level, clarity
or brightness.
A high contrast screen with 0.28 mm horizontal pitch sharpens image
clarity and enhances detail. On-screen information is easier to read.
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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. When used with a Plug and Play compatible
system and video card, the MultiSync P1150 monitor automatically tells
the system its identification and capabilities. The system will then select
its highest resolution and refresh rate to take advantage of your
MultiSync monitor.
BNC/D-SUB Selection
Up-front BNC/D-SUB Selection Button on the monitors allows you to
connect two systems to one MultiSync P1150 monitor. This front panel
button allows you to select a system. Use the MultiCable with the
D-Sub connector to display the video of one system, and use the BNC
inputs to display the video of another system. Using the same P1150
monitor, you can easily select either one of the systems by simply
pushing the BNC/D-SUB Button.
GlobalSync
Eliminates color impurity that may result from Earth’s magnetic field.
ErgoDesign
The MultiSync ErgoDesign features enhance human ergonomics
(human and earth conditions). MultiSync monitor’s ErgoDesign will
improve the working environment, protect the health of the user and
save money. ErgoDesign parallels the strict European standards of
power management and reduced emissions:
–automatic display power-down (also known as NUTEK
specification 803299)
–emission characteristics (stricter than those referred to as
reduced electromagnetic fields as recommended by MPR II
and, for JC-2145UMB, also by TCO)
–safety (EN 60950)
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MultiSync monitors comply with these standards by offering IPM
System power management and Reduced Magnetic Field technology.
Power Manager
IPM (Intelligent Power Manager) System is an innovative power-saving
utility that complies with both the EPA’s Energy Star requirements and
Europe’s TCO NUTEK’s power management requirements. Energy Star
products use less than 30 watts when in the main power saving mode. The
NUTEK specification 803299 requires automatic power down to less than
30 watts in the suspend mode and less than 8 watts in the off mode.
When in the maximum power-down mode, the MultiSync P1150
monitor will consume less than 10% of the total power drawn under
normal operation. This innovation adds up to more than 90% energy
savings, longer monitor life, environmental protection, reduced
emissions and reduced air conditioning costs of the work environment.
The IPM System increases the monitor’s life and saves energy and costs
by powering down when not in use.
MultiSync monitors follow the Video Electronics Standard Association
(VESA) approved DPMS power-down signalling method. VESA’s
Display Power Management Signalling (DPMS) method, which is
endorsed by the EPA, is the power-down process a system should use to
communicate to the monitor to save power. Power-down functions can
be utilised only with an Energy Star system or video 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 Saving
On Green None
Stand By Green Minimum (Quickest Recovery)
Suspend Yellow Moderate (< 20 Watts, Moderate
Recovery)
Off (IPM Mode) Orange Maximum (< 5 Watts, Slow Recovery)
Off (Power Switch, Off) No Light No Power Used (Fully Off)
Introduction E - 3

Reduced Emissions
The P1150 monitor incorporates Reduced Magnetic Field technology
designed to reduce magnetic and alternating electric field emissions and static
electricity. NEC’s monitors follow the strictest magnetic field, alternating
electric field, and electrostatic recommendations of the Swedish Board for
Technical Accreditation, or SWEDAC (previously known as MPR, National
Board for Measurement and Testing). The JC-2145UMB follow the
recommendations of the TCO which specify maximum recommended values
of electric and magnetic fields.
Multiple Frequency Technology
Multiple Frequency Technology automatically adjusts the monitor to the
video card’s scanning frequency, displaying the resolution you desire. The
MultiSync P1150 color monitor also supports multiple operating platforms
such as PC compatible, Macintosh family and workstation systems.
Increased refresh rates at all resolutions provide a flicker-free image.
The clearer image is easier on your eyes and extends your viewing time.
A wide range of graphics standards of PC and Macintosh computers,
including VESA standards, is supported by the MultiSync P1150 color
monitor including:
–640 x 480: 60 - 160 Hz vertical refresh
–800 x 600: 55 - 145 Hz vertical refresh
–832 x 624: 55 - 140 Hz vertical refresh
–1024 x 768: 55 - 115 Hz vertical refresh
–1152 x 870: 55 - 100 Hz vertical refresh
–1280 x 1024: 55 - 85 Hz vertical refresh (non-interlaced, 85 Hz
recommended)*
–1600 x 1200: 55 - 75 Hz vertical refresh (non-interlaced)**
* NEC cites recommended resolutions for optimal display performance
** Maximum resolution based on horizontal and vertical frequencies only.
NOTE: Some system may not support all modes listed.
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Horizontal and vertical FullScan capability can increase the display size
of a variety of video modes to the edges of the monitor bezel. The
FullScan capability allows you to use the entire screen area in most
resolutions, significantly expanding image size.
Contents of the Package
Included with your MultiSync P1150 color monitor are the following
items:
–MultiSync P1150 (JC-2145UMB/R)
–Power cord
–MultiCable
–User’s manual
Contents of the Package E - 5

Recommended use
For optimum performance when setting up and using the MultiSync
P1150 colour monitor, please note the following:
–The optimum monitor position is away from direct sunlight.
–Place the monitor just below eye level for the ideal viewing
angle.
–Allow adequate ventilation around the monitor so that heat can
properly dissipate.
–Do not place any heavy objects on the power cord. Damage of
the cable may cause shock or fire.
–Keep the monitor away from high capacity transformers,
electric motors and other devices which may create strong
magnetic fields.
–Use the monitor in a clean, dry area.
–Handle with care when transporting.
–We recommend to adjust the brightness in a way that the
background raster disappears.
–For ergonomical reasons we recommend not to use the
position of the maximum contrast control.
–For ergonomical reasons the preset size and position is
recommended with the standard signals.
–For ergonomical reasons preset colour setting and preset
side-pincushion setting is recommended.
–For ergonomical reasons we recommend using
non-interlaced signals with a vertical refresh rate between
75 and 160 Hz.
–For ergonomical reasons we recommend not to use the primary
colour blue on dark background ( it is difficult to recognise and
produces eye fatigue due to insufficient contrast).
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–To separate the equipment from the power source you have
to remove the plug from the inlet socket.
–The power outlet socket should be installed as near to the
equipment as possible, and should be easily accessible.
–We recommend using the power cord supplied with the
monitor. However, if another type of power cord is
required, power cord H05VV-F should be used except in
U.K.
–To clean the CRT surface use a lint-free, non-abrasive cloth
and a neutral cleaner based, non-abrasive cleaning solution
or glass cleaner for best results.
Recommended use E - 7

Quick Start
The following chart summarises the connection process for the
MultiSync P1150.
For more details please turn to the following pages if you are connecting
to an IBM compatible, Macintosh compatible or other systems.
Is the computer a Power Macintosh
6100/60? Use the Apple HDI-45 cable adapter to attach the
monitors signal cable to the
Macintosh video output.
Attach the signal cable of the moni-
tor to the video board/Apple adapter.
Connect the power cord of the
monitor to the power outlet and to
the monitor itself.
Turn monitor and computer on.
If necessary, use the OSM controls
for personal preference of the image.
Is the image correct?
Enjoy your monitor.
Problem solved?
Call your NEC-Dealer
Yes
No
Yes No
No
Yes
See the Trouble Shooting section
Is the BNC Input being used?
Set the BNC/D-SUB switch to the
down (push in) position.
Set the BNC/D-SUB switch to
the up (raised) position.
No
Yes
E - 8 Quick Start

Connection to Your Personal Computer
The MultiSync P1150 color monitor complements NEC computers, PC
compatibles, Macintosh and Macintosh compatibles.
For the PC:
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 the 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 port is the video connector, please
consult your computer or display card manual.
For the Mac:
With the MultiCable, the MultiSync P1150 color monitor is compatible
with Macintosh computers, as well as Macintosh clones.
NOTE: Power Macintosh 6100/60 users need to use the Apple HDI-45
cable adapter in conjunction with the MultiCable when connecting a
MultiSync P1150.
The MultiSync P1150 MultiCable allows you to change between
640 x 480, 832 x 624, 1024 x 768, 1152 x 870 and 1280 x 1024 screen
resolutions without restarting your system, if the video port supports
these modes. You will connect your MultiSync P1150 monitor one of
two ways to your Macintosh computer:
–On-board video port
–NuBus, PDS or PCI display card
Both configurations should have the same style video connector. If you
are not sure which port is the video connector, please consult your
computer or display card manual.
Connection to Your Personal Computer E - 9

To attach the MultiSync P1150 monitor to your system, follow these
instructions:
1. Turn off the power to your computer and MultiSync monitor.
2. If necessary, install the display card. For more information,
refer to the display card manual.
3. Make sure the BNC/D-SUB Switch on the front of the
monitor is set to the D-SUB down (pushed in) position.
4. For the PC: Connect the 15-pin mini D-SUB end of the
MultiCable to the connector of the Display card of your
system. Connect the 15-pin D-SUB end of the MultiCable to
the monitor.
For the Mac: Connect the 15-pin D-SUB end of the
MultiCable to the connector of the Display card. Connect the
15-pin mini D-SUB end of the MultiCable to the monitor.
5. Connect one end of the power cable to the MultiSync P1150
monitor and the other end to the power outlet.
6. Turn on your MultiSync monitor and computer.
7. This completes the installation.
NOTE: If you have any problems, please refer to the
Troubleshooting section of this manual.
Connection to computers or Cards Using BNC Cables
The MultiSync P1150 colour monitor also complements high resolution
graphics cards or systems. To attach the monitor to your system, follow
the instruction below.
1. Turn off the power to the monitor and computer.
2. If necessary, install the video card. For more information,
refer to the manual accompanying the card.
3. Make sure the BNC/D-SUB Switch on the front of the
monitor is set to the BNC up (raised) position.
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4. Connect the D-SUB ( or the appropriate connector) end of the
video cable supplied with the graphics card to the connector
of the video card.
5. Connect the red BNC cable to the BNC connector on the
monitor labelled “R”. The green BNC cable should be
connected to the BNC connector on the monitor labelled “G”.
The blue BNC cable should be connected to the BNC
connector on the monitor labelled “B”. If you have a fourth
BNC connector (composite SYNC.) connect it to the BNC
connector on the monitor labelled “HS/CS”. If you have a
fifth BNC connector (vertical SYNC.) connect it to the BNC
connector on the monitor labelled “VS”.
6. Connect one end of the power cable to the MultiSync P1150
monitor and the other end to the power outlet.
7. Turn on the monitor and computer.
8. This completes the installation.
NOTE: If you have any problems, please refer to the section “Trouble
Shooting”.
Connection to Two Systems or Video Cards (ie. an IBM
and a Macintosh system)
The MultiSync P1150 monitor was designed to support connection to
two systems or video cards simultaneously. This feature allows you to
use one monitor for two systems and easily select between the two with
the front panel BNC/D-SUB switch.
This configuration requires one of the systems to be connected using
BNC connectors. If your video card did not come with a BNC cable,
one must be purchased from a local computer store.
To attach the monitor to two systems, follow the instructions below.
1. Follow the installation guidelines for IBM- or Macintosh
computers you find on the pages before, to connect the first
system using the supplied MultiCable. This completes the
installation of the first system.
Connection to Your Personal Computer E - 11

2. Follow the installation guidelines on the page before
(Connections to computers or cards using BNC cables), to
connect the second system.
3. Turn on the monitor and both systems.
4. This completes the installation.
5. Use the BNC/D-SUB switch on the front panel of the monitor
to switch between the systems.
NOTE: If you have any problems, please refer to the section “Trouble
Shooting”.
On-Screen Manager (OSM )
Now, On-Screen Manager (OSM ) Controls have made the MultiSync
monitor’s Advanced Digital Control System easier to use by providing
menus on screen. A touch of the up front controls turns on OSM,
allowing you to easily navigate through menus and adjust controls.
OSM allows you to control Brightness, Contrast, Size, Position,
Geometry and other OSM Utilities. User adjustments are saved
automatically when you change menus. Controls can be reset to factory
settings by pressing the reset button.
The enhanced Color Control System allow you to adjust the colours on
your screen and customise the color accuracy of your monitor. Through
the OSM’s enhanced Color Control System, you can better match your
image color to a variety of standards, such as:
–Your personal preference (depending upon the application used).
–Another monitor.
–Your printer or Service Bureau output.
You can also access five industry standard color temperature settings
and customise and store up to five personal settings.
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OSM buttons on the front of the monitor function as follows:
Main Menu Sub-Menu
EXIT Exits the OSM Controls. Exits to the OSM main
menu.
CONTROL ▼/▲Moves the highlighted area
up/down to select one of
the controls
Moves the highlighted area
up/down to select one of
the controls.
CONTROL+/- Moves highlighted area
left/right to select direction
one of the controls
Moves the bar in the + or –
direction to increase or
decrease the adjustment.
PROCEED Has no function Only executes control or
enters sub, sub-menu
RESET Resets all the controls
within the highlighted
menu to the factory setting
Resets the highlighted
control to the factory
setting.
NOTE: When RESET is pressed in the main and sub-menu, a warning
window will appear allowing you to cancel the reset function.
OSM Elements:
On-Screen Manager windows typically have the following elements:
Highlight: Indicates the selected menu or control in green. Inactive tab
is indicated in yellow.
Scroll Bar: Indicates direction of adjustment.
Accessing OSM: Press any of the control buttons +/-,▼/▲or the
PROCEED or EXIT button to view the current settings.
On-Screen Manager (OSM ) E - 13

Turning off OSM:
–When in the main menu: Press the EXIT button.
–When in the sub-menu: Press the EXIT button twice.
–When in the sub, sub-menu: Press the EXIT button three times.
OSM Menus
Main Menu
OSM’s main menu of control icons gives you an overview of the
selection of controls available. When OSM is activated, icons are
displayed at the top of the menu.
If an arrow button is displayed (⇒), it indicates further choices are
available.
BRIGHTNESS
CONTRAST
DEGAUSS
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The icons control the following:
Brightness/Contrast Control
BRIGHTNESS: Adjusts the overall image and background screen
brightness.
CONTRAST: Adjusts the image brightness in relation to the
background.
DEGAUSS: Eliminates the build-up of stray magnetic fields which
alter the correct scan of the electron beams and affect the purity of the
screen colours, focus, and convergence. When activated, your screen
image will jump and waver a bit as the screen is demagnetised.
Caution: Please allow a minimum of 20 minutes to elapse between uses
of the Degauss function.
Size and Position
LEFT/RIGHT: Moves the image horizontally (left or right).
DOWN/UP: Moves the image vertically (up or down).
NARROW/WIDE: Increases or decreases the horizontal size of the
image.
SHORT/TALL: Increases or decreases the vertical size of the image.
Color Control
Color Presets 1 through 5, selects the desired color setting. The bar is
replaced by the color setting choice from 1 to 5. 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.
RED, GREEN, BLUE: 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 bars.
Note on Controls in Color Control Menu:
EXIT: Exits to the main menu.
Cursor ▼/▲:Moves the highlighted area up/down to select one of the
choices.
OSM Menus E - 15