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MultiSync XV17+
User’s Manual
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Declaration of the Importer We hereby certify that the color monitors MultiSync XV17+ JC-1745UMB are in compliance with Council Directive 73/23/EEC: - EN 60950 Council Directive 89/336/EEC: - EN 55022 - EN 60555-2 - EN 60555-3 - EN 50082-1 (IEC 801-2) (IEC 801-3) (IEC 801-4) and marked with NEC Europe Ltd. Ismaning Office Steinheilstraße 4-6 D-85737 Ismaning, Germany
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Safety Instruction Caution: When operating the JC-1745UMB 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-1745UMR with a 220-240V AC Power source in Australia, use the power cord provided with the monitor. For all other cases,
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Introduction E - 1 Introduction Congratulations on your purchase of the MultiSync XV17+ colour Monitor! The MultiSync XV17+ monitor includes 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
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E - 2 Introduction system its identification and capabilities. The system will then select its highest resolution and refresh rate to take advantage of your MultiSync monitor. 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 di
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Introduction E - 3 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 signal
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E - 4 Introduction 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, including VESA standards, is supported by the MultiSync XV17+ color monitor including: – 640 x 480: 55 - 100 Hz vertical refresh – 800 x 600: 55 - 100 Hz vertical refresh – 1024 x 768: 55 - 100 Hz vertical refresh (non-interlaced, 75 Hz recommended)* – 1280 x 1024: 55 - 75 Hz vertical refresh (non-i
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Contents of the Package E - 5 Contents of the Package Included with your MultiSync XV17+ color monitor are the following items: – MultiSync XV17+ (JC-1745UMB/R) with removable tilt/ swivel stand – Power cord – User’s manual Recommended use For optimum performance when setting up and using the MultiSync XV17+ 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 adequa
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E - 6 Recommended use – 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 stand
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Quick Start E - 7 Quick Start The following chart summarises the connection process for the MultiSync XV17+. 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 Macintosh Yes Use the optional MultiSync Computer? Mac adapter to attach the monitors signal cable to the No Macintosh video output. Attach the signal cable of the moni- tor to the video board/Mac adapter. Connect the power cord of the mo
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E - 8 Connection to Your Personal Computer Connection to Your Personal Computer The MultiSync XV17+ 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
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On-Screen Manager (OSM ) E - 9 To attach the MultiSync XV17+ 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. For the PC: Connect the MultiSync XV17+ monitor’s video cable to the display card’s connector on the computer. Tighten screws on all connectors. For the Mac: Connect the MultiSync XV17+ Macintosh Cable Adapter to the monitor
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E - 10 On-Screen Manager (OSM ) 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 Moves the highlighted area up/down to select area up/down to select one of the controls one of the controls. CONTROL+/- Moves highlighted area Moves the bar in the + left/right to select or – direction to increase direction one of the or decrease the controls adjustment. PROCEED Has no function
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OSM Menus E - 11 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. 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-m
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E - 12 OSM Menus 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: Pl
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OSM Menus E - 13 Note on Controls in the Geometry Controls Menu: EXIT: exits to the main menu. Cursor ▼ /▲ : moves the highlighted area up/down to select one of the choices. Cursor +/-: moves the bar in the + or – direction to increase or decrease the adjustment. RESET: resets the current highlighted control to the factory setting. Tools Provides a list of optional adjustments which include the following: Language: OSM menus are available in 6 languages. OSM Position: You can choose where you wo
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E - 14 OSM Menus Factory Preset: Selecting Factory Preset allows you to reset all OSM settings back to the factory settings. A warning statement will appear to confirm that you do want to reset ALL settings. Individual settings can be reset by highlighting the control to be reset and pressing the RESET button. Information Provides you with additional information which includes the following: Fitness Tips: The Fitness Tips provide you with helpful reminders to periodically rest your eyes. You may
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Troubleshooting/Support E - 15 Troubleshooting/Support Problem Check These Items No Picture: The video card should be completely seated in its slot. Power Switch and computer power switch should be in the ON position. The signal cable should be completely connected to the video card/computer. Check the connector for bent or pushed-in pins. Image is scrolling or unstable Signal cable should be completely attached to the computer. Check the pin assignment and signal timing of your video card with
