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StarGate
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REGULATORY FCC INFORMATION WARNING TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARDS, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS UNIT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. ALSO, DO NOT USE THIS UNIT’S POLARIZED AS PLUG WITH AN EXTENSION CORD RECEPTACLE OR OTHER OUTLETS UNLESS ALL THREE PRONGS CAN BE FULLY INSERTED 2. Changes or modifi - 1. Use the power cations not expressly and video cables approved by Z Micro- supplied with the systems could void product to help user’s warranty. prevent interference with radio and televi- sion reception.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION PAGE Introduction ........................................................................................................................4 About This Manual ....................................................................................................4 Safety Precautions ....................................................................................................4 Product Description ........................................................................
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INTRODUCTION ABOUT MANUAL This Manual is also available on the Z Microsystems website (www.zmicro.com). We recommend you read this manual carefully and follow the instructions in the Installation chapter for verifi cation of system functions and control settings. The StarGate has an optional Touch Screen operation. Refer to the ELO touch screen CD (user manual on the CD) when installing the StarGate. Safety Precautions DANGER: To avoid shock hazard: • Do not remove the covers around the Sta
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INTRODUCTION PRODUCT DESCRIPTION The rugged light- Dual locks hold the Quick release The StarGate can weight StarGate levers allow it to be opened all the StarGate fi rmly in offers MIL-tailored the viewing posi- swing open. way for access to high-end liquid tion. storage items and crystal displays other sensitive (LCD’s) that can equipment. adapt to specifi c needs. A StarGate is built to easily withstand harsh environmental conditions. Automatic Phase Adjust functions lock to drifting
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INSTALLATION SHIPMENT CONTENTS Ensure all of the following parts are in- cluded in the package received from Z Mi- crosystems. Verify all parts have not been damaged during shipment. If any of the parts are missing or damaged, immediately contact Z Microsystems Customer Service at 858-657-1000. • StarGate unit attached to the mounting plate • Power Cable • User Manual • Video Cable • Serial Cable • Rack-mounting hardware Required Tools • ELO Software CD for • Phillips screwdriver
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INSTALLATION HARDWARE INSTALLATION On the center left side of Using both hands, press The StarGate is a fl at LCD and slide the lock releases that mounts on the front the back is the receptacle inside the handle on the of the RETMA rails of a for the power plug for the left side of the display cord that leads from the standard 19” rack. towards each other to power supply to the dis- The dual locks can be play, as well as the video release the locks and allow seen on the vertical handle
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INSTALLATION NOTE: All four screw NOTE: Installing the holes in the StarGate RETMA rail requires two must be visible people, one to through the hold the unit, four screw holes while the other on both sides of secures the unit It is important to use the the StarGate. with screws. proper screws. If not, move the To secure the StarGate to StarGate up or the frame, use four Pan- down until all head Phillips screws and washers on each side, for four holes are a total of eight. vis
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INSTALLATION The display protective lens is intended to protect the surface of the screen from damage while in transit or during storage. The protective lens is not intended to be used while the StarGate is in operation, but can be used to protect the display if desired. Slide the protective lens Make sure the StarGate is While holding up the in the closed position. release catch, slide the off the edge of the display. protective lens to the left To reinstall the display pro- Move the prot
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INSTALLATION CABLE CONNECTIONS The connections panel may vary due to non-standard confi gurations. J4: DC PWR IN J1: CH A J2: HOST J3: TOUCH J1= Channel A (primary video feed) J2= Host (Serial RS232 Connector to Main Controller) J3= Optional Touch Screen Feature J4= DC Power In J5 (not shown)= Optional PIP Card Panel Options Either a RGB or NTSC PIP card can be installed in the option panel locations. All cabling confi gurations are specifi c to the chosen panel option. 10 Doc# 27-0027UM Rev 1.0
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OPERATIONS POWER UP When the StarGate is connected, apply power and ensure the main screen appears. If the display does not turn on within ten seconds, press the Standby button on the display panel upon completion of cabling. If the main screen does not appear after hardware and cabling installations are complete, consult the Troubleshooting section of this manual. 11 Doc# 27-0027UM Rev 1.0 Issued 10/04
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> < OPERATIONS DISPLAY PANEL CONTROLS The StarGate features push-button controls on the lower front of the front bezel. To setup the display, use the following controls to fi ne tune the image on the screen: NOTE: Th e following procedures are written for setup using the buttons on the display panel. See the “SoftMenus” section of this manual for remote setup. Button functionality description table: Auto Main Adjust <> Menu Exit Display “Z” Key Auto Move up Move Move Move Acti- Exit Ho
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OPERATIONS DISPLAY PANEL SETUP NOTE: If the touch screen option has been purchased for the StarGate, the touch screen manufacturer’s software must fi rst be installed on the computer being used with the StarGate. Follow manufacturer’s instructions and user manual for software installation and use. This following section explains how to use the control buttons to adjust, image clarity and image position on the screen. In particular it discusses: • The function of each of the push-bu
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OPERATIONS ONSCREEN MENUS To access the onscreen NOTE: When the unit is initially connected, no PIP display main menu, press screens are enabled, and therefore can not the menu button on the appear. See section titled “PIP confi guration” front of the panel. The for how to enable PIP screens. StarGate’s functions are controlled using the Main Menu’s subtopics. These submenus can be accessed using the Up and Down buttons on the display panel. See sections below for specifi cs regard-
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OPERATIONS Main Screen Graphics Mode Use the Up and Down buttons to highlight the “Graphics Mode” option. Press the “Menu” button to access the “Graphics Mode” submenu. “Graphics Mode” is used to adjust the positioning of the image. Use the Up and Down Keys to highlight the desired option. Use the Left and Right buttons to adjust the following modes: Horz Coarse, Horz Fine, H Pos, and V Pos. The “Horz Coarse” option adjusts the horizontal width of the image. The “Horz Fine” option
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OPERATIONS Main Screen Information Use the Up and Down buttons to highlight the “Information” option. Press the “Menu” but- ton to access the “Information” submenu. Within this submenu, view the video mode resolution, the refresh rate, and the sync mode. Press “Exit” to return to the Main Menu. The Firmware Version and Build Date are also avail- able on this screen. Menu Timeout: The menu timeout is the Main Screen Confi guration amount of time the menu will appear while not in use be
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OPERATIONS KVM Control (see KVM on screen on previous page): NOTE: When the KVM Control is Toggles ON/OFF to apply or remove preset KVM com- mand features. The preset commands are programmed turned ON, as alternate functions of the fi rmware buttons on the front the Main of the panel. For predefi ning the KVM character strains, Menu requires please refer to SoftMenu instructions regarding KVM the button be Control. held down for extended length RGB/Video PIP Control Screens of time t
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OPERATIONS FROM THE RGB PIP MENU Once the desired RGB PIP is highlighted, press the “Menu” button on the display to ac- cess the RGB PIP submenu. Within the submenu, the following options are accessible: RGB PIP Geometry Use the Up and Down buttons to highlight the “Geometry” option. Press the “Menu” button to access the “Geometry” submenu. Within this submenu, high- light the item to alter, and use the Left and Right but- tons to adjust the PIP size, the Horizontal Positioning and the Ver
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OPERATIONS RGB PIP Image Quality Use the Up and Down buttons to highlight the “Image Quality” option. Press the “Menu” button to access the “Image Quality” submenu. Within this submenu, high- light the item to adjust, and use the Left and Right but- tons to alter the PIP Con- trast, the Horz Coarse and the Horz Fine characteris- tics. Press “Exit” to return to the RGB PIP submenu. The new adjustments will be applied automatically. RGB PIP Confi guration PIP ENABLE: From the Main Menu, us
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OPERATIONS FROM THE VIDEO PIP MENU Once the desired Video PIP is highlighted, press the “Menu” button on the display to ac- cess the Video PIP submenu. Within the submenu, the following options are accessible: Video PIP Geometry Use the Up and Down buttons to highlight the “Geometry” option. Press the “Menu” button to access the “Geometry” submenu. Within this submenu, high- light the item to alter, and use the Left and Right but- tons to adjust the PIP size, the Horizontal Positioning
