VarTech Systems DiamondVue VT084C User manual

8.4’ DiamondVue User Guide 150.028
VT084 DiamondVue Series
8.4” Flat Panel Series LCD Monitors
Model Numbers:
VT084C · VT084P · VT084PSS · VT084W
VT084CXGA · VT084PXGA · VT084WXGA
VT084P3 · VT084RDD
User’s Guide
Read these instructions completely before attempting to operate your new Color Display.
VarTech Systems Inc.
Solutions for Demanding Applications
Industrial CRT and Flat Panel Displays

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Table of Contents
Page Page
Section 1 Section 4
Introduction 1 Touch screen 11
1.1 About LCD Monitors 1 4.1 Touch Screen Introduction 11
1.2 Product Safety Precautions 2 4.2 Touch Screen Definition 11
Section 2 Section 5
Display Setup 3 Troubleshooting Tips 12-13
2.1 Display Features 3
2.2 Unpacking The Display 4 Section 6
2.3 Included Parts 4 Cleaning & Maintenance 14
2.4 Connecting Your Display 4
2.5 Signal Connections 4-6 Section 7
Mounting Instructions 15
Section 3 Chassis Mount Procedure 15
Getting Started 7 Panel Mount Procedure 15
3.1 Adjusting the Display 7 VT084C Chassis Mount Drawing 16
3.2 Definition of OSD 7 VT084P Panel Mount Drawing 17
3.3 Adjustment Procedure 8-10 VT084W Wall Mount Drawing 18
VT084RDD Mechanical Drawing 19
Section 8
Display Specifications 20

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LCDs
INTRODUCTION
INTRODUCTION
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Section
About LCD Monitors
What you gain by using an LCD monitor in your industrial controls
are the future of display technology. Although CRTS have dropped in cost
significantly, they do not offer the performance, reliability, and mounting
options available with LCDs. LCD monitors consist primarily of an LCD,
Video Board and a Back Light video. The LCD determines to a large
extent the viewing angle, brightness and contrast. Beyond that it is function
of the video board which converts the analog RGB (Red, Green, Blue) signals from a standard
video card to a high quality, digital RGB that the LCD can display.
Recently the video card has taken on a new role. It is the responsibility of this device to “scale” a
particular video resolution to the “native” resolution of the LCD. Simply, consider that a computer is
putting out a VGA [640x480] resolution signal, yet the LCD that is connected is an XGA [1024x768]
display. The displayed picture would be in the center 1/3 of the LCD. With the introduction of the
scaling engine. The converter will mathematically recalculate the 640x480 to 1024x768. This may
sound simple but it is in fact a complex algorithm that adjusts for different aspect ratios and pixel
alignment, essentially smoothing text and graphics to produce a picture that is pleasant to the eye.
All Vartech displays from 12.1” (800x600) to 23.1 (1600x1200) incorporate scaling engines in the
converter card.
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Product Safety Precautions
⇒ Ensure that sufficient space is available around the display to provide the
circulation necessary for cooling.
⇒ Ensure that the ambient air temperature will not exceed the specified
maximum temperature.
⇒ Do not attempt to service this display yourself. The rear chassis has a seal so
that non qualified personal will not expose themselves to dangerous voltages
or other risks.
⇒ To protect from electrical shock, unplug the display power supply from the wall
before moving.
⇒ Do not expose the display to direct sunlight or heat.
⇒ Do not use this display near water
⇒ Do not place any heavy objects on the power cords. Damage may cause
electrical shock.
⇒ Unplug the power supply from the wall or unit if one of the following conditions
exists.
⇒ Power cord or plug is damaged or frayed.
⇒ Liquid is spilled into the display or the display is exposed to rain or
water.
⇒ The display does not operate normally when the operating
instructions are followed.
⇒ The display has been dropped or the enclosure has been
damaged.
⇒ The display exhibits a distinct change in performance, indicating a
need for service.
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2
DISPLAY SETUP
DISPLAY SETUP
VT084 Series Display Features
⇒ The VT084 is capable of displaying 256K colors in a continuous spectrum. The high contrast
LCD enhances the image with no geometric distortion.
⇒ The VT084 Series directly accepts an analog 5 wire RGB with separate H/V.
⇒ The VT084 Series is set to VGA 640 x 480.
⇒ The VT084 Series is available in Panel Mount, Chassis Mount or Wall Mount industrial
packages.
⇒ The VT084 Series is supplied with a Anti-Reflective Screen unless equipped with an optional
Touch System.
⇒ The VT084 Series has a +12V DC jack. Vartech provides an optional 115/220VAC “Brick”
supply.
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2.2 Unpacking and setting up your display
Your LCD monitor package will consist of the components listed below. Open shipping
container and lay all components on a flat clean surface.
What is included with your display
⇒ VT084P, VT084C, VT084W LCD Monitor
⇒ 5 ft Video Cable.
⇒ +12VDC power connection. (115/220VAC “Brick” Power Supply is optional)
⇒ 10-32 Mounting Hardware. (For use with Panel Mount only)
⇒ 6 ft RS232 Touch Interface Cable (Optional when touch is installed)
⇒ CD ROM with Touch Screen Drivers (Optional when touch is installed)
⇒ Users Manual
2.4 Connecting the Display
1. Connect all cables to the computer first. This would include the VGA cable and the
optional RS 232 serial touch screen connection.
2.
A
fter connecting the cables between the LCD monitor and the computer, plug the
customer supplied +12VDC source to the 12V connection on the rear or the 12VDC
connection from the output of the optional 115/220VAC supply.
3. Once the +12V or the 115/220VAC connection is made, the display is active.
4. If your computer was off, turn on your computer.
5. Your display should now operate as a normal computer display showing your windows or
whatever video is being sent to the flat panel.
2.5 Signal Connections
To avoid irregular operation and /or damage to the display, please insure correct video is
being supplied as shown on the following page.
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2.3
Note: If for any reason the display goes blank and gives an “out of Range” or “No Input Signal”,
your computer or video source is putting out a signal that is out of range of the LCD’s video
board. If this happens, reboot the computer or video source and make sure you are inputting
the correct signal. If the display doesn’t work properly, it may be because:
(a) The resolution is to high or low for the LCD.
(b) The refresh rate is set to high. Refresh on an LCD is different than a CRT. Set the refresh to
60Hz. CRT’s need a high refresh rate to avoid flicker. The refresh rate has no impact on
LCD’s.
(c) The power source is incorrect.
(d) The unit is malfunctioning. If you believe this to be true, disconnect the video cable from the
rear of the LCD and connect to a known good computer CRT display. If the computer
display is working satisfactory and the video is within the appropriate range, then contact
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2.6 Signal Connections Cont.
You can use an HD-15 connector cable or a BNC adapter cable to connect the flat panel
monitor to the host computer. The HD-15 video cable (supplied in the kit) you use with this
monitor is equipped with a conventional HD-15 connector at each end.
Note: The following figure is the view looking into the pin end of the male connector or solder
term end of the female connector.
HD-15 Video Connector
The following table provides the pin numbers and corresponding pin
assignments for the HD-15 video connector.
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Pin assignments for the HD15 video connector
Pin Connection Pin Connection
1 Red Video 9 No Connection
2 Green Video 10 Sync Ground
3 Blue Video 11 No Connection
4 No Connection 12 Bi-Directional Data
5 Return 13 Horizontal Sync
6 Red Video Ground 14 Vertical Sync
7 Green Video Ground 15 DDC Clock
8 Blue Video Ground
Pin assignment for 9 Pin Optional Touch Screen Connector.
Pin
1 DCD Data Carrier Detect
2 RD (Rx) Receive Data
3 SD (Tx) Transmit Data
4 DTR Data Terminal Ready
5 SB Signal Ground
6 DSR Data Set Ready
7 RTS Request to Send
8 CTS Clear to Send
9 NC No Connection
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Optional BNC Adaptor Cable
A 5-BNC-to-HD-15 adapter cable is available. The functions of the cables are described
below.
⇒ R, B, and G: Red, Green, and Blue input connectors to establish color.
These are used for RS-343 analog signals.
⇒ HS/CS: Separate horizontal/composite sync signal from the video
source.
⇒ VS: Separate vertical sync signal from the video source.
BNC Adapter Cable
This table describes the signal types you can use with the connectors:
2.5 Signal Connections Cont.
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BNC Signal Type Description RGB HS/
CS VS
Sync-on-Green
(optional)
Use the three video connectors.
Horizontal and vertical syncs
are supplied on the green video
line.
XXX
Composite Sync Use the three video connectors
plus the horizontal sync/
composite sync input.
XXXX
Separate Horizontal
and Vertical Sync.
Use the three video connectors
plus the horizontal sync/
composite sync and vertical
sync input.
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Adjusting the display
Definition of OSD (on screen display) Adjustments
The VT084 Series display has an embedded microprocessor in the converter card. Once you
have the unit to display VGA do the following:
In order to navigate to the appropriate adjustments, press Menu and the OSD layout chart will
appear as indicated in Fig. 1 from left to right.
If you press the “MENU” the new settings are saved and the OSM appear and your setting will
be stored in the unit’s non volatile memory.
SelectMenu
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GETTING STARTED
GETTING STARTED
3.2
There are four membrane buttons (as shown above) located on the rear of the unit. They will
activate the OSD and allow navigation to all adjustments if your unit requires adjustment.
Main Menu Sub Adjustment
Automatic Adjust Geometry & Color Balance
Horizontal Position Horizontal position
Vertical Position Vertical Position
Horizontal Size Horizontal Size
Phase Phase
Brightness Brightness
Contrast Contrast
Color Red, Green, Blue
OSD Language English, Espanol, Deutsch, Francais, Italiano
Advanced Factory Preset, OSD Hor. Pos., OSD Vert. Pos.
Cancel
OSD Layout
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3.3 Adjustment Procedure
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Automatic
Adjustment
Press Menu and the automatic adjustment will be the first item to appear on the OSD.
Hit Select and then press the Up/Down button to navigate to Geometry.
Press Select again and the display will automatically adjust the geometry.
Press the Up/Down button to Color Balance.
Hit Select again and the display will automatically preset the color balance to a
factory preset value.
Horizontal
Position
Press Menu.Press the Up button to the second icon which is Horz. Pos
Hit Select and then press the Up/Down button to achieve the desired position.
The desired value will be graphically illustrated along with a digital value.
When complete press Select and you are ready to move to the next adjustment.
Vertical
Position
Press Menu.Press the Up button to the third icon which is Vertical Position.
Hit Select and then press the Up/Down button to achieve the desired position.
The desired value will be graphically illustrated along with a digital value.
When complete press Select and you are ready to move to the next adjustment.
Horizontal
Size
Press Menu.Press the Up button to the fourth icon which is Horizontal Size.
Hit Select and then press the Up/Down button to achieve the desired size.
The desired value will be graphically illustrated along with a digital value.
When complete press Select and you are ready to move to the next adjustment.
Phase
Press Menu.Press the Up button to the fifth icon which is Phase.
Hit Select and then press the Up/Down button to achieve the desired phase.
The phase should be adjusted until the screen image is sharp and there is no
When complete press Select and you are ready to move to the next adjustment.
Brightness
Press Menu.Press the Up button to the sixth icon which is Brightness.
Hit Select and then press the Up/Down button to achieve the desired brightness
level.
The desired value will be graphically illustrated along with a digital value.
When complete press Select and you are ready to move to the next adjustment.
Contrast
Press Menu.Press the Up button to the seventh icon which is Contrast.
Hit Select and then press the Up/Down button to achieve the desired contrast level.
The desired value will be graphically illustrated along with a digital value.
When complete press Select and you are ready to move to the next adjustment.
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Adjustment Procedure Cont.
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OSD Display Menu
Color
Color temperature adjustments allows the user to adjust for desired white balance.
This can be achieved by adjusting the Color Temperature control or adjusting the
individual Red, Green or Blue controls.
Press Menu.Press the Up button to the eight icon which is Color .
Hit Select and then press the Up/Down button to select the Color Temperature.
Hit Select again and adjust the Up/Down button and adjust to one of the desired six
digital values. The six digital values are graphically illustrated.
When complete press Select and you are ready to move to the next adjustment.
If your require a unique white balance, you can adjust the individual colors to achieve
this value by proceeding with the following adjustments.
Red
Press Menu.Press the Up button to the eight icon which is Color.
Hit Select and then press the Up/Down button to select Red.
Hit Select again and adjust the red value which is graphically illustrated
along with a digital value.
When complete press Select and you are ready to move to the next
adjustment.
Blue
Press Menu.Press the Up button to the eight icon which is Color.
Hit Select and then press the Up/Down button to select Blue.
Hit Select again and adjust the blue value which is graphically
illustrated along with a digital value.
When complete press Select and you are ready to move to the next
adjustment.
Green
Press Menu.Press the Up button to the eight icon which is Color.
Hit Select and then press the Up/Down button to select Green.
Hit Select again and adjust the green value which is graphically
illustrated along with a digital value.
When complete press Select and you are ready to move to the next
adjustment.
OSD
Language
This function allows you to convert from English to the following languages.
Espanol, Deutsch, Francais, Italiano. If you desire one of these languages,
proceed to adjust as follows. Espanol will be used as an example.
Espanol
Press Menu.Press the Up button to the ninth icon which is OSD Language.
Hit Select and then press the Up/Down button to select Espanol.
Hit Select again and the display will convert all text to Espanol.
When complete press Select and you are ready to move to the next adjustment
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Adjustment Procedure Cont.
3.3
OSD Display Menu
Advanced
The advanced control allows for several advanced adjustments.
Factory Preset
Sharpness
OSD Horz. Pos
OSD Vert. Pos
Factory
Preset
The Vartech display has a number of standard settings installed at the factory for your
convenience. If you make a number of adjustments and then want to default to the
standard settings, proceed as follows.
Press Menu.Press the Up button to the ninth icon which is Advanced.
Hit Select and then press the Up/Down button to select Factory Preset.
Hit Select again and the display will default to all original factory adjustments.
When complete press Select and you are ready to move to the next adjustment.
Sharpness
Press Menu.Press the Up button to the eight icon which is Advanced.
Hit Select and then press the Up/Down button to select Sharpness.
Hit Select again and adjust the sharpness value which is graphically illustrated along
with a digital value.
When complete press Select and you are ready to move to the next adjustment.
If you desire to adjust the OSD display off center to another location, proceed to
adjust the horizontal and vertical position as outlined
OSD Horz.
Pos.
Press Menu.Press the Up button to the ninth icon which is Advanced.
Hit Select and then press the Up/Down button to select OSD Horz. Pos.
Hit Select again and adjust the horizontal position of the OSD to your desired location.
When complete press Select and you are ready to move to the next adjustment.
OSD Vert.
Pos.
Press Menu.Press the Up button to the ninth icon which is Advanced.
Hit Select and then press the Up/Down button to select OSD Vert Pos.
Hit Select again and adjust the vertical position of the OSD to your desired location.
When complete press Select and you are ready to move to the next adjustment.
Cancel
This control allows the cancellation of any values previously entered.
Press Menu.Press the Up button to Cancel.
Hit Select and all entries will be canceled.

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TOUCH SCREEN
TOUCH SCREEN
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Section
Touch screens are a common means to interface operator inputs to a system. The universal
standard of Windows GUI (Graphical User Interface) has significantly increased the use of
touch screens.
There are four main touch technologies. The technologies are resistive, surface acoustic
wave (SAW), capacitive, and infrared (IR). Each touch technology has advantages and
disadvantages based on different user applications.
All Vartech Systems displays configured with a touch screen are supplied with a CDROM
which includes user manuals, application software, and drivers for various operating systems.
Insert the supplied CDROM into a CDROM drive and follow the installation instructions that
will appear on the screen.
Limited technical support is available by contacting Vartech Systems customer support at
800-223-8050.
4.1 Introduction
4.2 Installation

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TROUBLESHOOTING
TROUBLESHOOTING
Section
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Troubleshooting
Trouble Troubleshooting Tip
No Picture • The signal cable should be properly connected to the display
card and computer.
• Try disconnecting the video cable from the display and
connecting to a CRT display if available to confirm the
presence of proper video.
• Make sure power is connected to the proper DC or AC
source.
• Make sure the resolution mode is supported by the display
and check settings of the display card.
• Confirm that the video cable is not defective.
Image Persistence Image persistence occurs when a ghost of an image remains on
the screen after the monitor has been turned off. Unlike a CRT
monitor, an LCD monitor’s image persistence is not permanent.
To erase an image ghost, turn the monitor off for as long as the
image was displayed. If the image was on for one hour and the
ghost of the image remains, the display should be turned off for
one hour to erase the image. To avoid this problem, use a screen
saver.
Picture Quality & Image
Stability
• Check for proper video cable for proper grounding and
shielding.
• Check the signal source for proper signal.
• Check for proper adjustment of the Phase and Frequency
controls.
• Check for proper recommended signal timing.
Display image is not
properly sized
• Adjust the Vertical and Horizontal size controls via the OSD.
(Reference setup adjustments)
• Ensure that a supported mode is selected on the display card
or system being used. Consult the display card or system
manual for proper video.
No S-Video or NTSC
operation
• Check for proper connections.
• Check the setup instructions for proper input selection.
If these tips do not solve your problem, contact VarTech Systems Customer Service support.

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Trouble Troubleshooting Tip
Screen is blank. • Screen saver activated.
• Video Cable problem. Check for proper installation
• Change video cable
• Faulty video display. Needs Service
Image is dim, even with brightness
and contrast controls set full UP.
• Video cable problem.
• Check for proper installation of cables
• Faulty video source
• Faulty display
Image not centered Reset the horizontal and vertical positioning using the
on-screen menu. Check to see if video source is
operating within the monitor’s range.
Image will not adjust Video timing outside of range. Use the on-screen menu
to ad just the Clock Setting.
Make sure timing is within VESA standard.
Image is not stable. Monitor has incorrect or bad sync signals.
Check for proper video cable installation.
Replace suspected faulty cable.
Check to ensure that video source is operating within the
display’s range.
Vertical shaded bars on screen
image
Horizontal size not properly adjusted.
Adjust horizontal size settings.
Colors are missing • Faulty video cable.
• Missing from video source. Connect video source to
another display.
Screen jitter or noisy display • Monitor clock phase not properly adjusted.
• Video cable problem
• External noise interference.
Slight distortion in text or Graphics. Not working in native resolution.
Display is present but “bars”
appear or roll across screen
Ground loop problem between computer and display
Interference from adjacent equipment.
The background looks acceptable
but text and icons seem to be
missing rows of pixels
Video running interlace mode.
Troubleshooting Cont.
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Cleaning
Occasionally clean the display panel and cabinet with a soft cloth dampened (not soaked) with a
mild (non-abrasive) glass cleaner. Keep turning a fresh side of the cloth toward the screen surface to
avoid scratching it with accumulated grit.
Do not use paper products as they may scratch the surface. To minimize the risk of abrasion, allow
the screen to stand dry.
Special care should be taken when cleaning a touch screen or polycarbonate shield that is installed
over the screen. Abrasive and certain chemical cleaners can easily damage the surface.
Never use alcoholic or ammoniac cleaners to clean the polycarbonate shield or a touch screen.
Replacing a Line Cord
To avoid shock and fire hazards, the monitor’s power cord should be replaced if the insulation be-
comes broken or if it develops a loose internal connection.
Other Maintenance
Qualified service personnel should perform all maintenance, except for
the power cord replacement described above.
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CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE
CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE
Note: The solvent should be applied only to the cloth, and not directly on the monitor screen.
Note: For best results cleaning a monitor with the optional antireflective tempered glass display
shield, a solution of denatured alcohol is recommended to thoroughly clean the display.

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Section
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MECHANICAL DRAWINGS
MECHANICAL DRAWINGS
Model Description Page
VT084C 8.4” Chassis Mount Mechanical Drawing 16
VT084P 8.4” Panel Mount Mechanical Drawing 17
Mechanical Drawings
VT084W 8.4” Wall Mount Mechanical Drawing 18
VT084RDD 8.4” Dual Rack Mount Mechanical Drawing 19
Panel Mounting Procedure
1. Cut and drill the panel (refer to panel mount drawing). Measurements are in inches.
Panel Mounting Cutout
2. If access to the side of the monitor is not available following installation, attach the power
and video cables to the side of the monitor at this time.
3. Install the monitor in the prepared cutout.
4. Install the lock nuts and washers, supplied with the monitor, behind the holes running along
the sides and top/bottom of the cutout in the panel. Extra lock nuts and washers are pro-
vided.
Note: Use #10-32 nuts for mounting.
5. Tighten all mounting nuts evenly to a torque of 24 inch-pounds.
ATTENTION: Mounting nuts must be tightened to a torque of 24 inch-pounds to provide panel
seal and avoid potential damage. Vartech Systems assumes no responsibility for water or
chemical damage to the monitor or other equipment within the enclosure due to improper
installation.
6. Attach the power and video cables to the side of the monitor if you have not already done
so.
Mounting instructions for chassis mount
The chassis mount contains a simple frame with mounting holes. Traditionally captive hardware
would be used to secure the display against a panel with the proper hole size based on the mechani-
cal drawing. The chassis display is supplied with a piece of Plexiglas material sealed to the front for
protection. If the display is equipped with a touch screen, the touch screen takes the place of the
Plexiglas for protection of the LCD.
The unit is normally supplied for +12V operation, however it is available with a 115/220VAC supply.
7.1 Chassis Mount Procedure
Panel Mount Procedure
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SPECIFICATIONS
SPECIFICATIONS
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Panel Size 8.4”
Type Active Matrix Color Thin Film Transistor (TFT)
Resolution Capabilities VGA
Pixel Pitch 0.297mm
Active Display Area: 6.7” x 5.1” / 170mm x 130mm
Pixel Format
VT084C, VT084P, VT084PSS, VT084W
640 x 480
VT084CXGA, VT084PXGA, VT084WXGA
640 x 480, 800 x 600, 1024 x 768
Viewing Angle (Left/Right) 65/65º
Viewing Angle (Up/Down) 60/50º
Contrast Ratio 450:1
Brightness 400 Nits
Response Time 45ms typical
Back Lights Cold Cathode 50,000 Hrs. Half Life
Video Connector HD15(F); RCA (NTSC/PAL) and 5 Pin Mini Din (S-Video
Colors Supported 256K
Video Input Analog 0.7 Vp-p NTSC/PAL
Sync Separate H&V, Combined,
SOG (Sync On Green)
Input Voltage +12VDC
Power consumption Normal: 25Watts
Operating Temperature 0 to 50ºC
Storage Temperature -20 to 60ºC
Operating Humidity 10 to 95%NC
Storage Humidity 10 to 95%NC
Operating Altitude Up to 10,000 ft
Storage Altitude Up to 40,000 ft
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