Speco VM8RM2LCD User manual

VM8RM2LCD
8.4”Rack Mount Monitor
User’s Manual
Speco Technologies
200 New Highway
Amityville, NY 11701
800-645-5516
www.specotech.com

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WARNING:
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS PRODUCT
TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
DO NOT INSERTANY METALLIC OBJECT THROUGH VENTILATION GRILLS.
CAUTION:
CAUTION
Explanation of Graphical Symbols
The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral
triangle, is intended. to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated
"dangerous voltage" within the product's enclosure that may be of
sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.
The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert
the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance
(servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the product.

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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
1. READ INSTRUCTIONS
All the safety and operating instructions should be read before the unit is operated.
2. RETAIN INSTRUCTIONS
The safety and operating instructions should be retained for future reference.
3. HEED WARNINGS
All warnings on the unit and in the operating instructions should be adhered to.
4. FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS
All operating and usage instructions should be followed.
5. CLEANING
Unplug this unit from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Clean only with a dry cloth.
6. ATTACHMENTS
The manufacturer of this unit does not make any recommendations for attachments, as they may cause hazards.
7. WATER AND MOISTURE
Do not use this unit near water. For example, near a bathtub, washbowl, kitchen sink, laundry tub, in a wet basement, or near a
swimming pool.
8. ACCESSORIES
Do not place this unit on an unstable cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table. The unit may fall, causing serious injury, and serious
damage to the unit. An appliance and cart combination should be moved with care. Quick stops, excessive force, and uneven
surfaces may cause the appliance and cart combination to overturn.
9. VENTILATION
Slots and openings at the rear cabinet and bottom are provided for ventilation, these are to ensure reliable operation of the unit,
and to protect it from overheating. These openings must not be blocked or covered. The openings should never be blocked by
placing the unit on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surface. This unit should never be placed near or over a radiator or heat
source. This unit should not be placed in a built-in installation such as a bookcase or rack unless proper ventilation is provided or
the manufacturer’s instructions have been adhered to.
10. POWER SOURCE
This unit should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the rating plate. If you are not sure of the type of
power supply to your home, consult your appliance dealer or local power company.
11. POWER-CORD PROTECTION
Power-supply cords should be routed so that they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed upon or against them,
paying particular attention to cords at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the appliance.
12. LIGHTNING
To protect your unit from a lightning storm, or when it is left unattended and unused for long periods of time, unplug it from the
wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable system. This will prevent damage to the unit due to lightning and power line
surges.
13. POWER LINES
An outside antenna system should not be located in the vicinity of overhead power lines or other electric light or power circuits, or
where it can fall onto or against such power lines or circuits. When installing an outside antenna system, extreme care should be
taken to keep from touching such power lines or circuits, as contact with them might be fatal.
14. OVERLOADING
Do not overload wall outlets and extension cords, as this can result in a risk of fire or electric shock.
15. OBJECT AND LIQUID ENTRY
Do not push objects through any openings in this unit, as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short out parts that could
result in fire or electric shock. Never spill or spray any type of liquid into the unit.
16. HEAT
The product should be situated away from heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other products (including
amplifiers) that produce heat.
17. CONNECTING
When you connect the product to other equipment, turn off the power and unplug all of the equipment from the wall outlet. Failure
to do so may cause a product damage. Read the owner's manual of the other equipment carefully and follow the instructions
when making any connections.
18. LCD Do not press on or jolt the LCD panel. Doing so may cause the LCD panel glass to break and injury may occur. Should the LCD
panel be broken and liquid leaks out, do not inhale or swallow it. Doing so may cause poisoning. If you have got it into your
mouth, wash it out and consult your doctor. If your hands or clothes have touched it, wipe them with alcohol and a cleaning cloth
and then wash them well.
Important Information

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Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Statement
This Equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for 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 off and on, the user is
encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
-Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
-Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
-Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is
connected.
-Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
You are cautioned that changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party
responsible for compliance could void your authority to operate the equipment.
Safety Precautions
This device complies with Part 15 FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two
conditions:
(1) This device may not cause harmful interference.
(2) This device must accept any interference received including interference that may
cause undesired operation

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Warning…………………………………………………………………………………………………….2
Important Information……………………………………………………………………………………. 3
Safety Precautions………………………………………………………………………………………..4
Table of Contents………………………………………………………………………………………… 5
Components………………………………………………………….. …………………………………. 5
Feature……………………………………………………………………………………………………. 6
Exploring Your New Monitor……………………………………………………………………………..7
Backside Connections…….………………………………………………………………………….…. 8
Selecting a Location for the Monitor…………………………………………………………………… 8
Connecting your Monitor…………………………………………………………………………………9
Connecting Devices………………………………………………………………………………………10
Setup your Monitor……………………………………………………………………..………………...11
General Setup……………………………………………………………………………………….…… 12
Video Setup………………………………………………………………………………………….…… 13
VGA Setup…………………………………………………………………………………………………14
Audio Setup………………………………………………………………………………………………. 14
PIP Setup……………………………………………………………………………………………….…16
LCD Monitor Mounting Guide……………………………………………………………………………17
Desktop…………………………………………………………………………………………………….17
Troubleshooting………………………………………………………………………………………..…18
Specifications……………………...………………………………………………………………….…..19
Dimensions…………………….. ……………………………………………………………………..….20
Components
(1) Rack mount 1
(2) LCD Color Monitor 2
(3) Accessories
(A) Power cord 2
(B) User Manual 1
(C) Remote Controller 1
(D) Adapter 2
(E) PC audio cord 2
(F) RCA audio cord 2
(G) VGAcord 2
Table of Contents

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■Professional TFT LCD for surveillance in 8.4”with multiple connections
■Compatible with SVGA (800X600)
■Picture-In-Picture feature that allow multi-picture display
■High brightness level and contrast ratio with super wide viewing angle
■Built-in 3D comb filter and 3D de-interlace for display picture performance
■Fast response time and refresh rate without time lagging.
■Provides 6500∘K and 9300∘K color temperature selection for user’s preference
■Provides Key Lock and power memory function for easy management
■CCD mode control that enable auto-adjust incoming video signal level
■Video looping output supports 75ohm auto termination
■Support audio and live-out function with stereo phone jack output
■Remote Controller included for convenient usage
■Video inputs support NTSC / PAL standards
■VESA standards bracket (75mm x 75mm)
■ Rack mount for standard 19" Rack.
Features

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You can operate your monitor by using the buttons on the front panel. The side panels provide the
inputs to connect other equipment to your monitor.
Front Panel
Back Side
Exploring Your New Monitor

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Backside Connections
1. AUDIO IN (R, L)
Stereo Audio Signal Input, this input is for
VIDEO1 , VIDEO2 , S-VIDEO
(Refer to Note below)
2. VIDEO 1 IN
Composite signal Input for VIDEO 1
VIDEO 1 OUT
Video looping output for VIDEO 1
3. VIDEO 2 IN
Composite signal Input for VIDEO 2
VIDEO 2 OUT
Video looping output for VIDEO 2
4. S-VIDEO IN
Y/C separated signal input
5. VGA IN
6. PC AUDIO IN
7. DC POWER SOCKET
DC 12V / 5A
①
②
③
④
⑤
⑥
⑦

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AUTO: Auto-optimize displaying picture under PC mode.
Enter: This “Auto”Button can be either “Enter”function in OSD Menu)
MENU: OSD menu ON / OFF control.(EXIT Item)
ADJUST: Increase or decrease the value on OSD menu.
Up:Increase value or turn ON / OFF function.
Down: Decrease value or turn ON / OFF function
SOURCE: Select input signal from AV1, AV2, S-Video or VGA (PC).
POWER: Monitor power ON / OFF.At OFF mode, monitor will be at standby status.
Green Light: ON Mode
Light OFF: OFF Mode
Setup your Monitor

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Brightness: Picture brightness adjustment
Min. ~ Max.:0~100 / Default:55
Contrast: Picture Contrast adjustment
Min. ~ Max.:0~100 / Default:50
Sharpness: Sets the desired sharpening enhancement to the picture
Min. ~ Max.:0~100 / Default:5
Hue: To adjust the color tint value
Min. ~ Max.:0~100 / Default:50
Saturation: Picture Saturation adjustment
Min. ~ Max.:0~100 / Default:70
Color Temp: Selects color temperature of 6500°K or 9300°K.
Aspect Ratio: To change the display mode 4:3/16:9/Under/Over.
Menu Setup - Picture

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Multi Picture: This function allows the PIP mode to be selected.
Source: The function allows the PIP Sub source to be selected.
PIP Swap: Enable PIP sources switching.
Menu Setup - PIP
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Language: English
OSD Menu Timer: Select 5 ~ 60 to determine the time menu show on screen.
Default: 30
Mute: To disable the audio function. Default: OFF
Display Input: Select ON/OFF. Default: ON
Auto Source: The monitor will auto detect the video source when power ON.
Select ON / OFF. Default: OFF
Reset: Restore all settings to Factory default.
Menu Setup - Function

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H-position : Allows adjustment for horizontal position.
V-position : Allows adjustment for vertical position.
Phase : Is used to adjust best picture quality. It adjusts the sampling phase
across one pixel time. When the phase is not adjusted properly, the
picture will be unclear. Therefore this value should be carefully
adjusted.
Note: improper adjustment will cause image failure.
Clock : Is used to adjust best picture quality. It adjusts the numbers of the
pixel clock across one line time. Therefore it can affect the picture
position and size.
Note: improper adjustment will caused image failure.
Auto Adjust : Auto detect screen detail data such as clock and phase.
Menu Setup - VGA

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Before calling a service technician, please check the following table for a possible cause of
the problem and some solution.
Symptom Solution
Monitor will not turn on ●Makes sure the power cord is plugged in, then press POWER button.
No picture, no sound ●Check cable connections.
No sound, picture OK ● Check audio Cable Connections
●Try pressing Volume up button in the Menu.
Poor color, sound OK ●Check cable connections
●Adjust Video set up menu.
Poor color or no color ●Adjust Color and / or TINT (NTSC only)
Troubleshooting

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Model
8.4”LCD
Button Control
Power / Source / Adjust / Menu / Auto
Display Resolution
800 x 600 @ 56/60/72/75
Active Area
170.4(H) x 127.8(V)mm
Dot Pitch
0.213 (H)x 0.213(V)mm
Display Ratio
4:3
Brightness (Central)
250cd/m2 (*1)
Contrast Ratio
600 :1 Typ.
Viewing Angle
Left 75° / Right 75° / Up 60° / Down 70° CR>10
Response Time
16ms
Input Voltage
DC12V In
Input Signal
1Vp-p composite video
Input Impedance
75 ohm
Output Impedance
75 ohm (Auto Termination)
Scanning System
NTSC: 525 lines, 60 fields / sec ; PAL: 625 lines, 50 fields / sec
VGA Input
15 pin D-SUB connector x 1
Video Input/ Output
BNC x 2 / BNC x 2 Looping Output Auto Termination
Audio Input(L/R)
Ear Phone x 2
S-Video
4-pin DIN connector x 1
Speaker
1W + 1W
Power Consumption
17.2W
Dimension
484(W) x264.5(H) X74.8(D) mm
Weight
N.W./ G.W.: 1.24kg / 2.35kg
Specification
( 1) The brightness specification is from panel specification. Design and Specifications are subject to change without notice.

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8.4” rack mount
Speco Technologies is constantly developing product improvements. We reserve the right to modify
product design and specifications without notice and without incurring any obligation.
Rev. 08/26/10.
Dimensions