Ram Mounts GDS View RAM-GDS-MON-13-1 User manual

GDS®View™
13.3” Touch Screen Monitor
RAM-GDS-MON-13-1
Owner’s Manual
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Thank you for choosing the GDS®View™13.3” touch screen monitor. This monitor is ideal for creating a mobile workstation that takes
advantage of the GDS®Ecosystem™for simultaneous video, data, and power capability. Read all instructions thoroughly before
beginning installation.
For additional questions and concerns that may not be covered in this manual, please contact RAM®Mounts support at
rammount.com/support.
RAM®Mounts and National Products Inc. does not assume responsibility or liability for any such personal injury, death,
or property damage.
Monitor must be connected to vehicle power using the included wiring, cabling and connectors.
Avoid drops and spills.
Do not use chemical solutions to clean this product. Wipe the screen with a clean, soft cloth to
maintain.
Do not use touch screen display while driving.
Screen is not impact or scratch resistant. Use caution when touching the display with anything
other than fingers.
There is an anti-glare and fingerprint resistant film applied to the monitor. Take care to only clean
monitor with non-abrasive/non-harsh cloths/cleaning solutions or damage to display may occur.
WHAT’S IN THE BOX
TOOLS REQUIRED
READ BEFORE INSTALLING
Cigarette Power CableUSB Cable VGA Cable
Hardwire Vehicle
Power Cable
HDMI Cable
#10-24
Mounting Screws
#2 Philips Screwdriver Wire Cutters and Strippers Terminal Crimpers Zip ties (if not included)
x4
Flat Washers
x4
Lock Washers
x4
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Safety Precaution
Do not install this product near or over an airbag deployment area or in a location that obstructs the driver’s vision or interferes with vehicle
operation. National Products, Inc does not assume responsibility or liability for any such personal injury, death or property damage.

TABLE OF CONTENTS
Product Overview..........................................................................................................................
Setup & Mounting Instructions.......................................................................................................
GDS®Ecosystem™........................................................................................................................
Troubleshooting............................................................................................................................
Screen Size
Screen Type
Max Resolution
Aspect ratio
Tough Panel
Audio
Brightness
Contrast ratio
Mount Hole Pattern
Compliance
Certifications
Warranty
Operating Temp Range
Storage Temp Range
Input Voltage Range
13.3”
Anti-glare and Anti-fingerprint treatment applied on LCD
1920 x 1080 high resolution
16:9
2-point capacitive touch
(2) 2W Speakers
800nits
1000:1 / Red monochrome night mode to reduce eye strain for night viewing
75 x 75mm VESA
Meets ISO-7637-2 Load Dump Compliance
CE EMC - EU Directive 2014/30/EU & 2014/53/EU Directive EN 55032, EN 55035
CE-LVD - EC Council Directive of 2014/35/EU. EN 62368
MIL-STD-810G 514.6 Vibration, MIL-810G 516.5 Shock Tested FCC, CE, IC, RCM, WEEE, e-Mark, ISO 7637-2, and RoHS
1 year warranty
-20°C - +60°C
-20°C - +60°C
10V-30V
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PRODUCT OVERVIEW
SPECIFICATIONS
The GDS®View™13.3” touchscreen monitor lets you take the PC experience on the road. Featuring VESA hole
patterns compatible with the RAM-2461U and RAM-D-2461U mounting plates, create a mobile workstation that
takes advantage of the GDS®Ecosystem™for data sync and charging capabilities. The GDS®View™monitor
has undergone MIL-STD-810G 514.5 vibration and MIL-STD810G 516.5 shock testing, ensuring performance
in the most demanding environments. This two-point capacitive touchscreen monitor allows you to pinch,
zoom, and select – and includes an anti-glare and anti-fingerprint treatment. Control buttons on the front of the
monitor are easy to access, while a red monochrome night mode helps to reduce eyestrain. In addition, two
integrated 2W speakers allow for audio. Includes HDMI, VGA, and USB Type-B to USB Type-A cables.
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Press Power Button to turn the power on/off of the monitor – Green back lighting when the power button is ON and video
signal is being received from computing device. If the power button is not illuminated then the video signal has been lost or
the button is on the OFF position. Ensure the computing source is configured properly to provide the required video signal
to the corresponding video output (HDMI output or VGA output). It might be required to toggle the computing device video
output to ensure proper signal assignment to the correct port. The Volume UP and DOWN buttons control the audio of the
speakers inside the monitor when there is an audio source being provided (if audio input cable is connected to the
computing device when using VGA) or when using HDMI.
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MONITOR FUNCTIONS
Speaker
(Right)
Power
(10-30V DC)
HDMI
Audio In
USB Type-B
(Host input)
USB Type-A
(Keyboard,
Scanner,
Mouse)
VGA
Speaker
(Left)
Power
(ON/OFF)
Ambient
Light Sensor
Adjust Up/Down
(value of menu setting)
Menu
(on screen display)
Input Selection
(HDMI, PC)
Night Mode
(ON/OFF)
VESA 75
Mounting
(#10-24 Thread)
Cable tie-downs
Volume Up/Down
(or navigate in menu)

Color Temperature
User – Activates Red, Green and Blue settings
6500°K
7500°K
9300°K
Language (English or Chinese)
Miscellaneous (Next Page)
OSD Duration – On Screen Display Duration
Display Mode (4:3 or 16:9)
Auto Adjusting – Ambient Light Sensor
Exit Menu
Blue
Brightness
Contrast
Saturation (HDMI mode only)
Tint (HDMI mode only)
Phase (PC mode only)
Clock (PC mode only) – Adjust screen
to align clock with screen corner
H-Position – Horizontal Position of
Screen (PC Only)
V-Position – Vertical Position of
Screen (PC Only)
OSD H-Position – Horizontal Position
of On Screen Display
OSD V-Position – Vertical Position of
On Screen Display
*Some menu settings only available in specific monitor modes.
Red
Green
Reset Adjustments
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ON SCREEN MENU ICON GLOSSARY
TOUCH SCREEN FUNCTIONALITY
This monitor supports two-point capacitive touch when used with devices that are compatible with a pointing
peripheral (such as a mouse or cursor controller). To take advantage of this feature, your device must be
connected to the monitor’s USB Type-B input port, either directly or through a hub.
NIGHT MODE
When the GDS®View™Monitor is in Night Mode, adjust the brightness of the screen using the “Adjust Up”
and “Adjust Down” buttons.
Activate Night Mode
Night Mode OFF Night Mode Activated
Adjust Brightness

Back View of Monitor
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RAM®Double Ball MountsRAM®Keyboard™Brackets
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SETUP & MOUNTING INSTRUCTIONS
This monitor features a 75x75 VESA hole pattern that is compatible with a range of RAM®Mounts components,
allowing you to secure the GDS®View™touch screen monitor and additional peripherals such as the GDS®Keyboard™.
Visit rammount.com/gds-view to build your mount.
HOW TO MOUNT
RAM®Keyboard™Bracket
(75 VESA)
Flat Washer
(4)
Locking Washer
(4)
Mounting Screw
(4)
*Mounting accessories not included
*

HDMI
(video input HDMI or VGA)
USB Type-B
(Connect USB output from
computing source to the
monitor USB input if using
the hub functionality or the
touch screen input)
USB Type-A
(Connect USB output from
keyboard, mouse and/or
scanners to the monitor
USB input)
Power
(10-30V DC - Connect the
5.5mm threaded retaining
power connector of the
power cable that is best
suited for your installation.
Two different types
are provided)
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CONNECTING DEVICES
CABLE RETENTION
Secure all cables with zip ties using the cable holder loops in the back housing.

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GDS®ECOSYSTEM™
GDS®Vehicle Phone Dock
for phones with IntelliSkin®
RAM®No-Drill™Vehicle Base
with RAM®Tele-Pole™ and swing arm system
RAM-VP-SW2F-45-2461
RAM-GDS-DOCK-V1CU
RAM-GDS-HUB-TYPEC-01
RAM-234-VCP1U
RAM-KEY2-USB
RAM-VB-202 (for ‘19-20 Ford Ranger & 2020 Explorer)
GDS®Keyboard™
available with and without trackpad
GDS®Hub™
centralize your peripherals
GDS®View™
13.3” Touch Screen Monitor
RAM®Safe-T-Charge™
Battery Protection System
The GDS®Ecosystem™offers everything to keep your devices protected, connected, and charged in nearly any
application. Ruggedized GDS®Technology™pogo pins ensure compatibility across IntelliSkin®sleeves and GDS®Docks™,
adapters, chargers, keyboards, speakers, monitors, and more. And most products in the GDS®Ecosystem™are
RAM®Mounts Compatible™, so you can rely on the RAM®double ball and socket system for adjustability, durability, and
vibration damping.
USB 3.0
Ethernet
HDMI USB
Type-C
USB 4.0

The monitor is powered on but the screen is black.
The display is significantly misaligned to a point where adjusting the
H-Position and V-Position is not enough (PC mode).
The entire display is slightly zoomed in on the screen, cropping out the corners
(HDMI mode).
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Make sure the VGA or HDMI cable is connected properly while using
the correct power adapter included with the monitor.
Press and hold the Menu button for 2-3 seconds. The monitor will adjust
the screen size to fit the entire display within the screen.
Press and hold the Menu button for 2-3 seconds. The monitor will re-calibrate
the screen resolution with the device source.
The screen is displaying the wrong colors.
Check that the cables are securely connected.
For other issues, enter the menu and choose to reset the monitor.
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TROUBLESHOOTING

GDS®View™
13.3” Touch Screen Monitor
RAM-GDS-MON-13-1
Owner’s Manual
rammount.com
1.800.497.7479
[email protected]