Eizo CG279X-BK User Manual
User’s Manual
Color Management LCD Monitor
Thank you for purchasing our Color Management LCD Monitor.
Important
Please read this “User’s Manual”, and “PRECAUTIONS” (separate
volume) carefully to familiarize yourself with safe and effective usage.
• Refer to the “Setup Guide” for information on the installation /
connection of the monitor.
• For the latest product information including the “User’s Manual”,
refer to our web site :
http://www.eizoglobal.com
Location of Caution Statement
This product has been adjusted specically for use in the region to which it was originally shipped. If
operated outside this region, the product may not perform as stated in the specications.
No part of this manual may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted, in any form or by
any means, electronic, mechanical, or otherwise, without the prior written permission of EIZO Corporation.
EIZO Corporation is under no obligation to hold any submitted material or information condential unless
prior arrangements are made pursuant to EIZO Corporation’s receipt of said information. Although every
effort has been made to ensure that this manual provides up-to-date information, please note that EIZO
monitor specications are subject to change without notice.
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Notice for This Monitor
About the Usage of This Product
This product is suitable for image creation, graphics creation, and digital photo processing which require
high-delity color reproduction.
This product has been adjusted specically for use in the region to which it was originally shipped. If the
product is used outside the region, it may not operate as specied in the specications.
This product may not be covered by warranty for uses other than those described in this manual.
The specications noted in this manual are only applicable when the following are used:
• Power cords provided with the product
• Signal cables specied by us
Only use optional products manufactured or specied by us with this product.
About the LCD Panel
The LCD panel is manufactured using high-precision technology. Although, missing pixels or lit pixels may
appear on the LCD panel, this is not a malfunction. Percentage of effective dots: 99.9994 % or higher.
It takes about 3 minutes (under our measurement conditions) for the monitor display to stabilize. Please wait
3 minutes or more after the monitor power has been turned on, and then adjust the monitor.
Monitors should be set to a lower brightness to prevent a loss in the screen quality caused by long-term use
and to maintain stable use.
When the screen image is changed after displaying the same image for extended periods of time, an
afterimage may appear. Use the screen saver or power save function to avoid displaying the same image for
extended periods of time. Depending on the image, an afterimage may appear even if it was displayed for
a short period of time. To remove such a phenomenon, change the image or keep the power turned off for
several hours.
If the monitor displays continuously over a long period of time, smudges or burn-in may appear. To maximize
the life of the monitor, we recommend the monitor be turned off periodically. Use the power switch on the
front of the monitor to turn it off.
The backlight of the LCD panel has a xed lifetime. Depending on the usage pattern, such as usage for
long continuous periods, the lifespan of the backlight may run out sooner, requiring replacement. When the
screen becomes dark or begins to icker, please contact your local EIZO representative.
Do not press on the LCD panel or edge of the frame strongly, as this may result in display malfunctions, such
as interference patterns, etc. If pressure is continuously applied to the LCD panel surface, the liquid crystal
may deteriorate or the LCD panel may be damaged. (If the pressure marks remain on the panel, leave the
monitor with a black or white screen. The symptom may disappear.)
Do not scratch or press on the LCD panel with any sharp objects, as this may result in damage to the LCD
panel. Do not attempt to brush with tissues as this may scratch the panel.
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About the Installation
When the monitor is cold and brought into a room or the room temperature goes up quickly, dew
condensation may occur on the interior and exterior surfaces of the monitor. In that case, do not turn the
monitor on. Instead wait until the dew condensation disappears, otherwise it may cause some damage to the
monitor.
If you place this product on a lacquer-coated desk, the color may adhere to the bottom of the stand due to
the composition of the rubber. Check the desk surface before use.
About the Maintenance
Periodic cleaning is recommended to keep the monitor looking new and to prolong its operation lifetime.
Cleaning
The stains on the cabinet and LCD panel surface can be removed by using the provided ScreenCleaner.
Attention
• Chemicals such as alcohol and antiseptic solution may cause gloss variation, tarnishing, and fading of the cabinet
or LCD panel, and also quality deterioration of the image.
• Never use thinner, benzine, wax, or abrasive cleaner as they may damage the cabinet or LCD panel surface.
To Use the Monitor Comfortably
• An excessively dark or bright screen may affect your eyes. Adjust the brightness of the monitor
according to the environmental conditions.
• Staring at the monitor for a long time tires your eyes. Take a 10-minute rest every hour.
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Contents
Notice for This Monitor ......................................... 3
Cleaning .................................................................... 4
To Use the Monitor Comfortably ............................ 4
Contents ................................................................. 5
Chapter 1 Introduction ....................................... 6
1-1. Features ......................................................... 6
Support for HDR (High Dynamic Range)
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video ................................................................ 6
User-dened custom key function ................... 6
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SelfCalibration function ................................... 6
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Support for DisplayPort Alt Mode / USB
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Power Delivery .................................................. 7
1-2. Controls and Functions ............................... 8
Front ................................................................ 8
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Rear ................................................................. 9
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1-3. Changing the PC Display Settings.............10
Windows 10 ....................................................10
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Windows 8.1 / Windows 7 ..............................10
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macOS ...........................................................11
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Chapter 2 Basic Adjustments/Settings .......... 12
2-1. Switch Operation Method ...........................12
Operation Guide Icons ................................... 12
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2-2. Switching Input Signals ..............................13
2-3.
Switching the Display Mode (color mode)
Display Modes ................................................13
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Color Mode Setting Values ............................14
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Chapter 3 SelfCalibration ................................ 15
SelfCalibration functions ................................16
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3-1. Setting targets .............................................. 18
3-2. Executing ......................................................18
Executing regardless of a schedule ...............18
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Executing by setting a schedule ....................18
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Activating SelfCalibration in Standard Mode
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Activating SelfCalibration in Advanced Mode
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3-3. Checking results ..........................................19
Chapter 4 Custom Key Settings ...................... 20
4-1. Basic Operation of the Custom Keys ....... 20
4-2. Assigning a Function to a Custom Key .... 20
Functions that can be Assigned to
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Custom Keys ................................................. 22
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Chapter 5
5-1. Basic Operation of the Setting Menu ....... 23
5-2. Setting Menu Functions ............................. 24
Chapter 6 Administrator Settings ................... 38
6-1. Basic Operation of the "Administrator
6-2. "Administrator Settings" Menu
Chapter 7 Troubleshooting .............................. 41
7-1. No Picture .....................................................41
7-2. Imaging Problems ....................................... 42
7-3. SelfCalibration Problems ........................... 43
7-4. Other Problems ........................................... 44
Chapter 8 Reference ........................................ 45
8-1. Removing the Stand ................................... 45
8-2. Attaching the Optional Arm ....................... 46
8-3. Attaching/Detaching the Cable Holder .....47
8-4. Connecting Multiple External Devices ..... 49
8-5. Making Use of the USB Hub Function ...... 50
8-6. Specications ..............................................51
Appendix .............................................................. 53
Trademark ............................................................... 53
License .................................................................... 53
FCC Declaration of Conformity ............................ 54
Advanced Adjustments/Settings
Signal .............................................................24
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Color .............................................................. 26
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SelfCalibration ................................................31
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Screen ........................................................... 32
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Preferences ................................................... 35
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Languages .....................................................37
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Information .....................................................37
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Settings" Menu ............................................ 38
Functions ..................................................... 39
Connection Procedure .................................. 50
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Accessories ....................................................52
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Contents
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Chapter 1 Introduction
This chapter describes the features of the monitor and the name of each control.
1-1. Features
Support for HDR (High Dynamic Range) video
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• Complies with the international HDR standards for movies and broadcasts
Supports both the HDR "PQ format" for streaming and movie production, and the HDR "Hybrid
Log Gamma format" for broadcasts. The "PQ format" complies with the ITU-R BT.2100*1 and
SMPTE ST2084*2 international HDR standards, and the "Hybrid Log Gamma format" complies with
the ITU-R BT.2100 international HDR standard. This makes it possible to use the monitor for the
creation of a wide range of HDR content, such as movies and broadcasts.
*1 ITU-R is the International Telecommunication Union-Radio communication Sector.
*2 SMPTE is the Society of Motion Picture and Television Engineers.
• Built-in color mode function
Reproduces a color temperature, gamma, and color gamut compliant with ITU-R BT.2100 and other
standards.
See “Color Mode” (page 26).
User-denedcustomkeyfunction
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• Work efciency can be improved by assigning frequently used functions to the switches on the front
of the monitor. The functions that can be assigned to custom keys are the following:
- Input Range
- BT.709 Gamut Warning
- Luminance Warning
- Safe Area Marker
- Aspect Marker
- Prev. Color Mode
- Information
- PQ / HLG Clipping
See “Chapter 4 Custom Key Settings” (page 20).
SelfCalibration function
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• The built-in calibration sensor enables the monitor to calibrate itself by using SelfCalibration.
By setting the calibration targets and execution schedule in advance, the calibration sensor
automatically operates and regularly calibrates the monitor. This function can be used with Color
Management Software "ColorNavigator 7" to calibrate monitor characteristics and generate color
proles.
You can set the calibration targets and execution schedule by using software (ColorNavigator 7) or
the monitor's Setting menu.
You can check for the result of the SelfCalibration adjustment by using the monitor's Color menu.
See “Chapter 3 SelfCalibration” (page 15).
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Support for DisplayPort Alt Mode / USB Power Delivery
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• This product is equipped with a USB Type-C connector and supports video signal transfer
(DisplayPort Alt Mode) and USB device charging (USB Power Delivery).
It supplies 15W of power to a connected notebook PC when used as an external monitor.
Video signals
Power supply
Note
• To use the charging function, the connected device must be equipped with a USB Type-C connector and
support device charging by using USB Power Delivery. Charging may not be possible depending on the used
external device.
• To use video signal transfer with USB Type-C, the connected device must be equipped with a USB Type-C
connector and support video signal transfer by using USB Type-C.
• Connected devices can be charged even when the monitor is in power saving mode.
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1-2. Controls and Functions
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Front
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(When sensor is operating)
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1. Built-in calibration sensor Executes calibration for monitors. By executing SelfCalibration, the
calibration sensor automatically operates and regularly calibrates the
monitor (page 15).
2. Operation switches Displays menus. Operate the switches according to the operation
guide.
Touch the switch to display its menu.
The switch indicators are lit white when you turn on the power.
3. Power switch Turns the power on or off.
Touch the switch to turn the power on.
The switch indicator is lit when you turn the power on. The indicator
color differs depending on the monitor's operation status.
White : Normal operating mode
Orange : Power saving mode
OFF : Power off
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Rear
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4. Transportation handle This handle is used for transportation.
Attention
• Firmly grasp and hold the monitor by the bottom while grabbing the
handle, and carefully convey the monitor so as not to drop it. Do not
hold the sensor section on the front side of the monitor.
5. Lock button Use this button when removing the stand from the monitor.
6. USB Type-A connector (USB
downstream port)
7. Security lock slot Complies with Kensington's MicroSaver security system.
8. Stand
9. Cable holder Covers the monitor cables.
10. Main power switch
11. Power connector Connects the power cord.
12. DVI connector Connects to an external device that has DVI output.
13. HDMI connector Connects to an external device that has HDMI output.
14. DisplayPort connector Connects to an external device that has DisplayPort output.
15. USB Type-C connector (USB
16. USB Type-B connector (USB
17. USB Type-A connector (USB
*1 An optional arm (or an optional stand) can be attached by removing the stand section.
*1
upstream port)
upstream port)
downstream port)
Connects to a peripheral USB device. Supports USB 3.1. This is a blue-
colored connector.
Adjusts the height and angle (tilt and swivel) of the monitor.
Turns the main power on or off.
Connects a device that supports USB Type-C.
Connects to the USB cable when using software that requires a USB
connection, or when using the USB Hub function. This is a blue-colored
connector.
Connects to a peripheral USB device. Supports USB 2.0.
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: On, : Off
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1-3. Changing the PC Display Settings
If the screen is not properly displayed after connecting the monitor to a PC, follow the procedure below to
change the PC display settings.
Windows 10
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1. Right-click anywhere on the desktop except for on icons to display the menu.
2. From the displayed menu, click "Display settings" to display the "Settings" screen.
3. If there are multiple monitors including the notebook PC screen connected to the computer,
select "Extend these displays" from the "Multiple displays" menu, and click "Keep changes" in the
conrmation screen. After changing the settings, select the monitor from the "Select and arrange
display" menu.
4. By checking the option "Make this my main display" from the "Multiple displays" menu, the display
of the monitor will be corrected.
5. Conrm that the monitor's recommended resolution is set in the "Resolution" menu (the term
(Recommended) should be displayed after the resolution).
6. To change the size of letters and icons, select the preferred magnication level from the scaling (%)
menu.
7. When after changing these settings a message is displayed that prompts you to sign out, sign out
once and then sign in again.
Windows 8.1 / Windows 7
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* For Windows 8.1, click the "Desktop" tile on the Start Screen to display the desktop.
1. Right-click anywhere on the desktop except for on icons to display the menu.
2. From the displayed menu, click "Screen resolution" to display the settings screen.
3. If there are multiple monitors including the notebook PC screen connected to the computer, select
"Extend these displays" from the "Multiple displays" menu, and click "Apply". In the conrmation
screen, click "Keep changes".
4. Select the monitor from the "Display" menu, check the option "Make this my main display", and
click "Apply". The display of the monitor will be corrected.
5. Conrm that the monitor's recommended resolution is set in the "Resolution" menu (the term
(Recommended) should be displayed after the resolution).
6. To change the size of letters and icons, click "Make text and other items larger or smaller", select
the preferred size from the settings screen, and click "Apply".
7. When after changing settings a message is displayed that prompts you to sign out or log off, sign
out or log off once and then sign in or log on again.
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macOS
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1. Select "System Preferences" from the Apple menu.
2. When the "System Preferences" panel is displayed, click "Displays".
3. If there are multiple monitors including the notebook PC screen connected to the computer, open
the "Arrangement" tab and conrm that "Mirror displays" is not selected. If it is selected, clear it.
4. Select the "Display" tab, and conrm that "Default for display" of "Resolution" is selected. If it is not
selected, select it. This sets the correct resolution. Close the "System Preferences" menu. If there
are multiple monitors including the notebook PC screen connected to the computer, change the
settings for each monitor by using "Display".
5. To select a different resolution, select "Scaled", select a resolution from the resolution list (displayed
in list or icon format), and close the panel.
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Chapter 2 Basic Adjustments/Settings
This chapter describes the basic functions that can be set by touching the switches on the front of the
monitor.
For advanced adjustment and setting procedures using the Setting menu, see “Chapter 5 Advanced
Adjustments/Settings” (page 23).
2-1. Switch Operation Method
Displaying the operation guide
1.
1. Touch any switch (except ).
The operation guide appears on the screen.
Setting
2.
1. Touch a switch for setting.
The Setting menu appears.
2. Use the switches to adjust/set the selected item, and then select to conrm.
Exiting
3.
1. Select to exit the menu.
Note
• The contents of the guide will differ depending on the selected menu or status.
Operation Guide Icons
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Icon Description
Switches the input signal.
Switches the color mode.
Executes the function assigned to Custom Key 1.
Executes the function assigned to Custom Key 2.
Displays the Setting menu.
Returns to the previous screen.
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Moves the cursor.
Executes the selected operation.
Turns the monitor's power on or off.
Basic Adjustments/Settings
2-2. Switching Input Signals
When a monitor has multiple signal inputs, the signal to display on-screen can be changed.
2-3. Switching the Display Mode (color mode)
This function allows easy selection of a display mode according to monitor application.
Display Modes
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Color Mode Purpose
Standard Mode Adjust color using the monitor's Setting menu.
You can also adjust the monitor’s display using color management
software “ColorNavigator 7”.
User See “Color Mode Setting Values” (page 14) for detailed setting values
BT.2020
BT. 70 9
DCI
PQ_DCI
PQ _ B T. 2100
HLG _BT.210 0
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Adobe
sRGB
Advanced Mode Adjusts the monitor’s display using the monitor’s SelfCalibration function
CAL Displays the screen adjusted by SelfCalibration or ColorNavigator 7.
RGB
for each color mode.
or color management software “ColorNavigator 7”.
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Basic Adjustments/Settings
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Color Mode Setting Values
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-: Cannot be changed
Color Mode
Item
Brightness (cd/m2) 100 100 100 48 300 300 300 120 120 -
Temperature 6500K D65 D65 D65 D65 D65 D65 D65 D65 -
Gamma (EOTF) 2.2 2.4 2.4 2.6 PQ PQ HLG 2.2 sRGB -
PQ / HLG Clipping (cd/m
HLG System Gamma - - - - - - 1.2 - - -
Color Gamut Native BT.2020 B T.7 0 9 DCI DCI BT.2020 BT.2020
Advanced Settings
Hue
Saturation
Gamut Clipping Off On Off Off Off On On Off Off -
XYZ Format - - - Off Off - - - - -
Gain
Red
Green
Blue
Black Level
Red 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Green 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Blue 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
6 Colors
Magenta
Hue 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 -
Saturation 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Lightness 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Red
Hue 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Saturation 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Lightness 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Yel l ow
Hue 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 -
Saturation 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Lightness 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Green
Hue 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 -
Saturation 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Lightness 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Cyan
Hue 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 -
Saturation 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Lightness 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Blue
Hue 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 -
Saturation 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Lightness 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
User BT.2020 BT.709 DCI PQ_DCI
2
) - - - - 1000 1000 Off - - -
0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 -
0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 -
Calculated from color temperature
PQ_
BT. 2 100
HLG_
BT. 2 100
Adobe
RGB
Adobe
RGB
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sRGB CAL
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sRGB -
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Note
• Use ColorNavigator 7 to set CAL. These settings cannot be changed in the Setting menu on the monitor.
• A color mode can be set for each input signal.
• See “Color” (page 26) for details about each item.
• You can disable specic color mode selections. For more information, see “Mode Skip” (page 38).
Chapter 2
Basic Adjustments/Settings
Chapter 3 SelfCalibration
This product is equipped with a built-in calibration sensor. By setting the calibration targets and execution
schedule in advance, the calibration sensor automatically operates and regularly calibrates the monitor. This
automatic calibration function is called "SelfCalibration".
The adjustment content of SelfCalibration differs depending on the color mode that is executed.
• Standard Mode (color mode excluding "CAL"): the monitor's color reproduction gamut is updated
and the display mode in each mode is adjusted as follows:
- The temperature is adjusted so that it is as close as possible to the specied value.
- The gamut values are adjusted so that they are close to each specied value.
- Information on brightness is updated.
• Advanced Mode (color mode "CAL"):
- When performing SelfCalibration on the monitor itself, calibrate the monitor to match the set
targets.
- When using ColorNavigator 7, use a measurement device with the software to maintain the
calibrated state of the monitor.
Note
• SelfCalibration can be executed 30 minutes after turning on the monitor.
• SelfCalibration can also be executed when there are no external device signals being input.
• To preserve adjustments that you set by using ColorNavigator 7, it is recommended to execute SelfCalibration.
• Because brightness and chromaticity will change as you use the monitor, it is recommended to calibrate the monitor
periodically.
• The measurement results from the built-in calibration sensor can be correlated with the measurement results from
the external measurement device that you want to use as a reference. For details, refer to the ColorNavigator 7
User's Manual.
You can set the calibration targets and execution schedule by using ColorNavigator 7 or the monitor's
Setting menu.
You can download the ColorNavigator 7 software and User's Manual from our website:
http://www.eizoglobal.com
Note
• When using the software, you will need to connect a PC to the monitor with the supplied USB cable.
• For details on the USB cable connection, see "Connection Procedure" (page 59).
• While using the software, do not operate the power switch or operation switches on the front side of the monitor.
Chapter 3
SelfCalibration
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SelfCalibration functions
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Set the details for "SelfCalibration".
Function Settings Description
Execute - SelfCalibration can be executed manually
regardless of the schedule.
Note
• After selecting "Execute", warming up
(after the power to the monitor is switched
on, leaving the monitor on for a certain
period of time until the display becomes
stable) may be executed before the built-
Settings
Mode Settings Standard Mode On
Off
Advanced
Mode
Schedule Start time Power Save
Frequency Daily
10-
CALOnOff
Immediately
Application
Off
Weekly
Monthly
Quarterly
Biannually
Annually
Usage Time
in calibration sensor comes out.
Switch between enabling/disabling
SelfCalibration in Standard Mode.
Switch between enabling/disabling
SelfCalibration in Advanced Mode.
Select the timing to execute SelfCalibration upon
reaching the time set in the schedule.
• "Power Save"
To be executed under any of the following
conditions.
- When the monitor is in "Power Save" mode
or power is off at the set time.
- The monitor shifts to the power saving
mode or the power is turned off when the
set time in the schedule is exceeded.
• "Immediately"
SelfCalibration is executed immediately at
the set time.
• "Application"
Execute SelfCalibration according to the
timing set using ColorNavigator Network. For
details on ColorNavigator Network, refer to
our web site (http://www.eizoglobal.com).
• "Off"
SelfCalibration is not executed.
Select the SelfCalibration execution cycle.
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SelfCalibration
Settings
Schedule Timing Jan/Apr/Jul/Oct
Function Settings Description
Feb/May/Aug/Nov
Mar/Jun/Sep/Dec
Jan/Jul
Feb/Aug
Mar/Sep
Apr/Oct
May/Nov
Jun/Dec
Jan to Dec
Every 50 hours to
Every 500 hours
Week 1st week
to 5th week
When the execution cycle is "Quarterly",
"Biannually", "Annually", or "Usage Time", select
the timing for executing SelfCalibration.
The settings differ depending on the execution
cycle setting.
• "Quar terly":
Jan/Apr/Jul/Oct, Feb/May/Aug/Nov, Mar/Jun/
Sep/Dec
• "Biannually":
Jan/Jul, Feb/Aug, Mar/Sep, Apr/Oct, May/
Nov, J un/D ec
• "Annually":
Jan to Dec
• "Usage Time":
Every 50 hours to Every 500 hours
When the execution cycle is "Monthly",
"Quarterly", "Biannually", or "Annually", select the
week for executing SelfCalibration.
Note
• When no day has been selected for "Day" in
the selected week, the week of execution will
be as follows:
- When the selected week is "1st week":
2nd week
- When the selected week is "5th week":
4th week
Day Sunday to
Saturday
Time 0:00 to 11:55 PM When the execution cycle is "Daily", "Weekly",
Clock Adjustment - Set the monitor date and time.
Result - The SelfCalibration execution result is displayed.
Next Calibration - The next SelfCalibration scheduled execution
When the execution cycle is "Weekly", "Monthly",
"Quarterly", "Biannually", or "Annually", select the
day for executing SelfCalibration.
"Monthly", "Quarterly", "Biannually", or "Annually",
select the time for executing SelfCalibration.
Note
• When the clock has not been set, the
schedule will not be applied.
• If the main power supply is
disconnected for an extended period
of time, the clock may need resetting.
• When ColorNavigator 7 is started, the
date and time are automatically set.
date is displayed.
Chapter 3
SelfCalibration
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