Eizo F730 User Manual

User’s Manual

FlexScan

F730

Color Display Monitor

English

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CONTENTS

PRECAUTIONS ................................................................3

INTRODUCTION...............................................................7

About This Manual ................................................................ 7

Controls & Connectors ......................................................... 7

Package Contents ................................................................ 7

1 INSTALLATION ............................................................8

1-1 Connecting the Monitor to the PC ................................. 8

1-2 Using the AUTO-SIZING Button .................................. 10

1-3 Setting the Resolution ................................................. 10

2 SCREEN ADJUSTMENT ...........................................11

2-1 How to Use the ScreenManager ................................. 11

2-2 Adjustments and Settings............................................ 11

2-3 Shortcut Keys.............................................................. 18

2-4 Adjustment Lock.......................................................... 18

3 TROUBLESHOOTING ...............................................19

4 CLEANING .................................................................23

5 SPECIFICATIONS......................................................24

Copyright© 2001 by EIZO NANAO CORPORATION. All rights reserved. No part of this manual may
be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted, in any form or by any means, electronic,
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Although every effort has been made to ensure that this manual provides up-to-date information, please
note that EIZO monitor specifications are subject to change without notice.

ENERGY STAR is a U.S. registered mark.
Apple and Macintosh are registered trademarks of Apple Computer, Inc.
VGA is a registered trademark of International Business Machines Corporation.
DPMS is a trademark and VESA is a registered trademark of Video Electronics Standards Association.
Windows is registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation.
ScreenManager, PowerManager, QuickSet, i·Sound and i·Station are trademarks of Eizo Nanano Corporation.
FlexScan, SuperErgoCoat and EIZO are registered trademarks of Eizo Nanao Corporation.

CONTENTS

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PRECAUTIONS

IMPORTANT!

* This product has been adjusted specifically for use in the region to which it was originally

shipped. The performance of the product, (i.e. picture geometry, picture positioning and color
convergence and purity in the case of color monitors) is optimally adjusted to the earth's
magnetic field of the specific destination. If operated outside the region to which it was
originally shipped, the product may not perform as stated in the specifications.

* The manufacturer is not responsible for damage or malfunction caused by improper

connection. The power cord should be connected directly to a standard wall power outlet.

Location of the Caution Statements

The equipment must be connected to a grounded main outlet.
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IMPORTANT!

To ensure personal safety and proper maintenance. Please read this
section and the caution statements on the monitor (refer to the figure
above).

This manual uses the safety symbols below. They denote critical
information.
Please read them carefully.

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Indicates a prohibited action.

Indicates to ground for safety.

WARNING

Failure to abide by the information in a WARNING may result in serious
injury and can be life threatening.

CAUTION

Failure to abide by the information in a CAUTION may result in moderate
injury and/or property or product damage.

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WARNING

• If the monitor begins to emit smoke, smells like something is
burning, or makes strange noises, disconnect all power connections
immediately and contact your dealer for advice.

Attempting to use a malfunctioning monitor can be dangerous.

• Do not dismantle the cabinet or modify the monitor.

Dismantling the cabinet or modifying the monitor may result in electric
shock or burn.

• Keep small objects away from the monitor.

Small objects may accidentally fall through the ventilation slots into the
cabinet, leading to fire, shock, or equipment damage.

• Keep liquids away from the monitor.

Spillage into the cabinet may result in fire, electric shock, or equipment
damage. If an object or liquid falls/spills into the cabinet, unplug the
monitor immediately. Have the unit checked by a qualified service
engineer before using it again.

• Place the monitor on a strong, stable surface.

A unit placed on an inadequate surface may fall, resulting in injury or
equipment damage. If the monitor falls, disconnect the power immediately
and have the unit checked by a qualified service engineer before using it
again. Using a monitor after it has been dropped may result in fire or
electric shock.

• Keep the plastic packing bags away from children and infants.

Plastic bags can be dangerous. To avoid danger of suffocation, keep the
bag away from babies and children.

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• Keep power terminal covers for the optional i·Sound
away from children and infants.

Children and infants may accidentally swallow the covers and choke. If
swallowed, consult a doctor immediately.

• Use the enclosed power cord. If using the power cord other than the
enclosed one, use the following cord.

In USA and Canada, use a UL LISTED/CSA LABELED or CERTIFIED
power cord set meeting the following specifications.
* Rating: min. 125 V, 10 A * Length: max. 2.0 m
* Type: SVT
* Plug type: NEMA 5-15P, Parallel blade, Grounding type, 125 V, 10 A

In Europe, use a proper European standard approved power cord meeting
the following specifications.
* Rating: min. 250 V, 10 A * Length: max. 2.0 m
* Type: H05VV-F 3G 1 mm
Use a plug type approved by the country where you use

Failure to do so may cause fire or electric shock.

• The equipment must be connected to a grounded main outlet.

• Use the correct voltage.

The monitor is designed for use with a specific voltage only. Connection
to a different voltage may cause fire, electric shock, or other damage.

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• Do not overload your power circuit, as this may result in fire or
electric shock.

• For proper connections of the power cord, be certain to plug the
power cord to the provided monitor connector and directly to a wall
outlet.

By not doing so may result in fire or electric shock.

• Handle the power cord with care.

* Do not place the cord underneath the monitor or other heavy objects.
* Do not pull on the cord.
* Do not attempt to repair a damaged cord.

If the power cord becomes damaged, stop using it. Use of a damaged cord
may result in fire or electric shock.

• To disconnect the power cord, grasp the plug firmly and pull.

Never tug on the cord, doing so may cause damage and could result in fire
or electric shock.

CAUTION

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• Disconnect the power cord, signal cables and remove the optional

• Handle with care when carrying the monitor

• Set the monitor in an appropriate location.

• Use an easily accessible power outlet.

• Do not sit on the cabinet or place any heavy objects on the cabinet.

• Do not block the ventilation slots on the cabinet.

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i·Sound
moving the monitor.

Moving the monitor with the cord attached or lifting it by the i·Sound
sound unit or i·Station USB hub is dangerous. It may result in injury or
equipment damage.

Note that the monitor is heavier at the front than at the rear. Do not move
it alone. Always work with another person.

The screen is optically coated to reduce glare. Keep hard objects (such as
buttons, tie pins, and other clothing accessories) away from the screen
surface to prevent scratches.

* Do not install in a dusty or humid environment.
* Do not place in a location where light shines directly on the screen.
* Do not place near heat generating devices or a humidifier.

This will ensure that you can disconnect the power quickly in case of a
problem.

A unit with heavy objects on it may fall or be damaged and result in
injury.

* Do not place books or any other papers on the ventilation slots.
* Do not install the monitor in a closed space.
* Do not use the monitor laying down or upside down.
* Do not remove the tilt-swivel stand.

Using the monitor in this way blocks the ventilation slots and prevents
proper airflow, leading to fire or other damage.

sound unit and i·Station

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• Do not remove the tilt-swivel stand.

The stand is required to maintain clearance for the ventilation slots on the
bottom of the cabinet. Removing the stand will block these slots and may
result in fire or electric shock.

• Do not touch the plug with wet hands.

Touching the plug with wet hands is dangerous and can cause electrical
shock.

• At the end of the day or if you plan to leave the monitor unused for
an extended period, after turning off the power switch disconnect
the power cord from the wall socket so that no power connections
are made.

• Unplug the monitor before cleaning it.

Cleaning the monitor while it is plugged into a power outlet may result in
electric shock.

• When adjusting the viewing angle of the monitor, do not do so by
handling the sound unit or USB hub (if applicable).

Adjusting the monitor in this way may break the unit or cause bodily
injury.

Others

• Do not install the monitor within an area subject to strong magnetic fields
(for example, in the vicinity of a speaker, except the optional i·Sound unit,
or a high-voltage transformer). Magnetic fields can cause noise, image
shaking, and other distortions.

• Generally, for maximum viewing comfort position the monitor slightly
below eye level. Staring at the monitor for prolonged periods can cause
eye strain. Be sure to take adequate rests. (A 10-minute rest period each
hour is suggested.)

• Do not remove the covers to the power terminal for the optional i·Sound
speaker unit for any reason except to attach the unit.

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PRECAUTIONS

INTRODUCTION

About This Manual

This manual explains the precautions, specifications, and operation of your EIZO
monitor. Please read through this manual as it will help you to get the most out of
your monitor.

Controls & Connectors:

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Front

AUTO-SIZING Button

Automatically centers
the displayed image,
bringing the image
borders into alignment
with the monitor
frame. See page 9.

Power Terminal Covers for the
Optional i·Sound Sound Unit

Rear

Power Connector

Package Contents:

QuickSet™ Control Pad
(hereinafter “Control Pad”)

Power Switch

Power Indicator

Indicates the power-on status, as follows:
Solid green: Power is ON
Flashing green: PowerManager Mode 1

Advance Notice Mode
Yellow: PowerManager Mode 2
Flashing Yellow: Off Timer Mode

Please refer to the page

17.

D-Sub Mini 15 Pin

Input Connector

Power Cord

Signal Cable

(MD-C87/

MD-C100)

• If any of the above-listed items are missing or damaged, please contact your local
dealer for assistance.

EIZO CRT
Utility Disk

Warranty

Registration

Card

User’s Manual

INTRODUCTION

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1 INSTALLATION

1-1. Connecting the monitor to the PC

1)Be sure that the power switches of both the PC and the monitor are OFF.

2)Plug the signal cable into the connector at the rear of the monitor.

• When connecting the signal cable or cable adapter, first check that the shape at
the cable side matches the shape at the connecting side. After connecting,
secure the connection with the screw-in fasteners.

3)Plug the other end of the cable into the video connector on the rear of the PC.

Standard PC graphics board

D-Sub

D-Sub mini 15 pin

Signal Cable (enclosed)

mini 15 pin

Using the monitor with Windows 95/98

A monitor information file is in the EIZO CRT Utility disk enclosed with the
package. It includes all the required information for best operation with Windows
95/98.

Install the enclosed utility and select your model name from the monitor list in
Windows 95/98. For installation procedure, read the Readme file in the utilily disk.

Macintosh

Standard PC graphics board

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D-Sub

D-Sub mini 15 pin

Signal Cable (enclosed)

D-Sub mini 15 pin

Signal Cable (enclosed)

mini 15 pin

D-Sub

mini 15 pin

Blue & White Macintosh

D-Sub 15 pin

Macintosh

Macintosh Adapter (Optional)
Please consult EIZO dealer.

4)Plug the power cord into the power connector at the rear of the monitor. Then plug
the other end of the cord into a power outlet.

1 INSTALLATION

WARNING

• Use the enclosed power cord. If using the power cord other than the enclosed
one, use the following cord.

In USA and Canada, use a UL LISTED/CSA LABELED or CERTIFIED power cord set
meeting the following specifications:

* Rating: min. 125 V, 10 A * Length:max. 2.0 m * Type: SVT
* Plug type: NEMA 5-15P, Parallel blade, Grounding type, 125 V, 10 A

In Europe, use a proper European standard approved power cord meeting the
following specifications:

* Rating: min. 250 V, 10 A * Length:max. 2.0 m * Type: H05VV-F 3G 1 mm

Use a plug type approved by the country where you use
Failure to do so may cause fire or electric shock.

5)Turn on the monitor first, then the PC. The monitor’s power indicator will light up
(green). The monitor will warm up briefly, then display an image. Whenever
finishing your operation, turn off the PC and the monitor.

• If an image does not appear, refer to the “TROUBLESHOOTING” section on

page 19 for an advice.

1-2. Using the AUTO-SIZING Button

After connecting the monitor to the PC, first press the AUTO-SIZING button on
the front panel. The AUTO-SIZING function centers the displayed image,
aligning the image’s borders with respect to the monitor frame.

In general, press the AUTO-SIZING button whenever changing the graphics
board ro the resolution or when image size and/or position is incorrect.

If further adjustment is required, adjust the picture size/position as desired using
the Size/Position function in the ScreenManager. Refer to page 11.

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• Some signals from the graphics board may not function properly.

• A solid-color screen (i.e. red, green, blue) may appear for an instant while

performing the AUTO-SIZING function, while this phenomenon is not a failure.

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1-3. Setting the resolution

The following look-up table shows the maximum (Non-interlaced) vertical refresh
rates for this model with regard to standard resolutions set forth by VESA. The
best way to see if the monitor will work with a given resolution and rate, is to
compare the vertical refresh rate of the graphics board to the monitor’s range (Refer
to the graphics board manual for specifications). If the refresh rate is within the
specified range of the monitor, it should operate properly.

Horizontal Scan
Frequency (kHz)

30-115 160 160 142 107 92 86

What is Resolution?

Resolution is expressed as the number of dots (pixels) displayed on the screen. A
larger number of dots produces a more sharply defined (a higher-resolution)
image.

Note that for a given screen size the dot size decreases as the number of dots
increases: a 640 x 480 (dot x line) resolution uses larger pixels than a 1024 x 768
resolution. The display size of a given font therefore varies according to the
resolution. Higher resolutions allow you to display more information on the
screen.

Maximum Vertical Refresh rate (Hz)

640x480 800x600 1024x7681280x1024 1600x1200 1600x1280

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2 SCREEN ADJUSTMENT

2-1. How to use the ScreenManager

Entering the ScreenManager

Press the ENTER key to display the ScreenManager Main menu.

Enter Key

Arrow Key
Control Pad

Main menu

Making the Adjustments and Settings

1)Select the desired icon using the Arrow keys, and then press the ENTER key to
display the each adjustment/setting menu.

2)Use the Control pad to make the required adjustments and settings.

Save & Exit

1)To save settings and return to the Main menu, press the ENTER key.

2)To exit the ScreenManager, select the Exit icon (or push the down Arrow key
twice) and press the ENTER key.

• Leaving the ScreenManager idle for 45 seconds or more will turn the adjusting off

automatically, without the adjustment being saved.

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2-2. Adjustments and Settings

• Allow the monitor to stabilize for at least 30 minutes before making image

adjustments.

Function

Contrast/Brightness

Size

Adjusts: Contrast/Brightness

· When a white text against a black background (e.g., DOS
text) is used, setting the brightness at its maximum is
recommended because a dark setting will result in eye
strain due to high character contrast.

Adjusts: Horizontal Image Size/Vertical Image Size

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Function

Position

Side-Pin Balance/
Side-Pincushion

Parallelogram/
Trapezoidal

Tilt

Uniformity

Adjusts: Screen Position

Adjusts: Side-pin Balance/Side-pincushion

· Tilts: Image Sides to Sides

· Expands: Top Side/Bottom Side, Shrinking the Other

Side

Tilts: The Image

Adjusts: Uniformity

Moiré

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Adjusts: Horizontal Moiré
Adjusts: Vertical Moiré

What is moiré?

Moiré refers to an interference pattern of dark wavy lines
on the screen. It is not a defect, but rather an interference
phenomenon caused by the relationship between the
phosphor layout and the imaging signal. Moiré is often an
indication of a good focus level. Moiré is particularly
noticeable when using a light-gray or every-other-dot
pattern background. Although moiré can not be elimi­nated, it can be reduced with the moiré reduction feature.

Color

Function

· Standard
mode

· Custom
mode

Refer to the instruction below for details.

For routine work and printing.
Temperature can be set from 6,500K to
10,000K, in 500K increments. (Additionally,
industry standard of 9,300K is set as default.)

For use when high precision color adjustment
is necessary (i.e. when there is a need to
obtain identical colors on multiple monitors* or
match the display color with printout color**.)

Color custom sets color temperature, allows for
specific adjustments to Red, Green and Blue
(R/G/B). This consists of the Cutoff and Gain
functions.

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Color

Standard Mode

· PowerManager · Off Timer

· Signal Filter · Video Level

· Menu Position · Reset

Refer to the page 16 for details.

Function

Adjusts: Color Temperature

What is color temperature?

Color temperature is a method to measure the white
color tone, generally indicated in degrees Kelvin. At high
temperatures the white tone appears somewhat blue,
while at lower temperatures it appears somewhat red.
Computer monitors generally give best performance at
high temperature settings.

6,500K: This temperature is good for video-image

display.

9,300K: This is the default setting for your EIZO

monitor.

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Function

Custom Mode

Adjusts: Color Temperature

Gain
Cutoff

Cutoff and Gain adjustments

Monitors use red, green and blue (R, G, and B) to
convey color information. They use an additive method
to combine different amounts of the primary colors to
produce a desired color. In other words, monitors start
with no light (black) and add percentages of red, green
and blue to make colors. White is usually produced by
adding the same amount of all three colors, where black
is usually produced by adding no color.

However, colors are not only determined by the balance
but also the intensities of R, G, and B (how bright they
are) which we call Gain, and the saturation of R, G and
B (how vivid or dull they are) which we call Cutoff.

· If only a quick setting is required, that is close to the
desired color, but not exact, skip making any changes to
the Cutoff adjustment (step 4). If a precise match is
desired, adjustment of the Cutoff levels must be made.
We recommend that for exact matching, use a color
calibrator.

Set-up Procedure

(1) Set the monitor to maximum brightness and contrast.
(2) Return to the “Color” menu and select the “Custom

mode” setting.
(3) Set the color temperature.
(4) Adjust the Cutoff.
(5) Adjust the Gain.
(6) Select the “Save” icon and then pres the enter key.
(7) Readjust the contrast in the Screen menu to get the

best image clarity.

Color Temperature
(Custom Mode)

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Adjusts: Color Temperature

a) Select the “Temperature” icon from the sub menu.

b) Select the temperature as desired by moving the arrow

keys in any direction.

Function

Cutoff (Custom Mode)

Gain (Custom Mode)

· If an inappropriate adjustment is made, corrections can be made by repeating
the above procedure starting from Step 3 (temperature setting).

· The values shown in percentages (%) for both the Cutoff and Gain adjustments
represent the current level within the specific adjustment only. They are available
only as a reference tool. (To create a uniform white or black screen, the
percentages for each will probably not be the same.)

Adjusts: Cutoff

Cutoff

The Cutoff adjustment is the most powerful adjust­ment. It alters the starting point (the black level) and
the ending point (the white level). If the Cutoff level
for color is raised or lowered, black, white, and all
levels between are raised or lowered by the same
degree.

Adjusts: Gain

Gain

The Gain adjustment has no effect on the starting point
(the black level). It changes only the ending point (the
white level). The Gain adjustment is used to fine tune
the whites and light grays to a good balance.

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Others

Function

VESA DPMS

The PowerManager feature automatically reduces the
monitor’s power consumption during idle periods. The
EIZO PowerManager functions comply with the VESA
DPMS standard.

· Do your part to conserve energy, turn off the monitor
when your finished using it. Complete energy use can
only be stopped by disconnecting the monitor from the
power supply.

· When the monitor is in a power saving mode, the optional
EIZO i·Sound speaker unit will turn off.

· Off Timer will work while PowerManager is active, but
there will be no advance notice before the monitor's
power switches off.

What is VESA DPMS?

The acronym VESA stands for “Video Electronics
Standards Association,” and DPMS stands for “Display
Power Management Signaling.” DPMS is a
communication standard that PCs and graphics boards
use to implement power savings at the monitor side.

What is ENERGY STAR?

“ENERGY STAR” is a set of power saving guidelines
issued by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
(EPA). The guidelines apply to PC systems and
peripherals.

As an ENERGY STAR® Partner, Eizo Nanao Corporation has
determined that this product meets the ENERGY STAR
guidelines for energy efficiency.

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Power saving method of VESA DPMS and the monitor

VESA DPMS utilizes four signals: ON, STAND-BY, SUSPEND, and OFF. The
monitor detects these signals from the graphics board and executes power­saving accordingly, as shown in the table below.

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Set-up Procedure

1) First, make the appropriate settings for the PC.

2) Select VESA DPMS icon in the ScreenManager’s
PowerManager menu. Select “On”.

Signal Screen LED Power consumption

ON Operation Green 120 W (normal)

STAND-BY Blank Green 80% of normal

SUSPEND Blank (Mode 1) Flashing green less than 10 W

OFF Blank (Mode 2) Yellow less than 3 W

Function

Off Timer

Set-up Procedure

1)Select the “Off Timer” icon. Select “Enable” and press the enter key.

2)Press the right/left key to adjust how long (0 to 23 hours) the monitor should
be in the “On Period”. Choosing 0 disables the “Off Timer”.

Advance notice (LED flashing green) will be given 15 minutes before the monitor
automatically enters the “Off Timer Mode”.

To Delay Entering the “Off Timer Mode”

To delay entering the “Off Timer Mode”, press any keys on the front panel
located to the left of the power switch during the “Advance notice Mode”. The
monitor will continue to operate for an additional 90 minutes. There will be
another advance notice for 15 minutes as described. Delayed entrance into the
“Off Timer Mode” can be extended as many times as desired.

What is Off Timer?

The Off Timer function allows the user to set the time
in which the monitor will be in operation, called the
“On Period” and automatically shifts the operation into
the “Off Timer Mode” when the set “On Period”
expires. The energy consumption of the monitor in the
“Off Timer Mode” is as low as the one of the monitor
in “PowerManager Mode 2” although no setting PC to
operate the Off Timer function is required.

Function

Signal Filter

This monitor provides signal filter adjustments according
to the characteristics of each graphics board for
displaying the image properly. If the characteristics of the
graphics board does not match those of the monitor, the
characters and images displayed may have a slight
shadow on their right side (refer to figure on the left). If
these phenomenon is noticeable, use the “Signal Filter”
function. Select from mode 1 or mode 2, whichever
displays the image better.

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Video Level

Menu
Position

adjusts: Video Level
Set the video level to adapt the output level of the

computer or the graphics board.

adjusts: Menu Position

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Function

Reset

resets all the settings.

- Default settings are as follows:

· Contrast/Brightness:100 % /50 %

· Moiré (Horizontal) 0 %

(Vertical) 0 %

· Color: 9300 K

· PowerManager VESA DPMS On

Off Timer Disable

· Signal Filter Mode 1

· Video Level 0.7 V

2-3. Shortcut Keys

Before entering the ScreenManager, brightness and contrast can be adjusted directly by
moving the Control pad. To record the new setting and exit the ScreenManager, press
the Enter key. (The brightness and contrast functions are also available in the
ScreenManager “contrast/brightness” menu.)

Brightness Up

Contrast
Down

Brightness Down

Contrast
Up

2-4. Adjustment Lock

The ScreenManager operation can be disabled by holding down the up arrow key on
the control pad while switching on the monitor’s power. This will disable (“lock”) the
ScreenManager, protecting from accidental changes. To unlock the buttons: switch the
power off, then hold down the up arrow key on the control pad once again and turn
the power back on.

Note that brightness and contrast can be adjusted using the shortcut keys even while
the Control pad is locked. After making such an adjustment, push the ENTER key to
clear the brightness/contrast adjustment menu from the screen.

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3 TROUBLESHOOTING

Troubleshooting

If a problem persists even after applying the suggested remedies, contact an
EIZO dealer.

Problems

1) Indicator status: OFF

2) Indicator status: GREEN

3) Indicator status: GREEN
(flashing)

4) Indicator status: YELLOW

5) Indicator status: YELLOW
(flashing)

6) Following message appears.

7) Following message appears.

(Example)

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Points to check with possible solutions

Check that the power cord is correctly connected.
Check brightness and contrast settings. Minimum

settings will cause screen to be blank.
Try pressing a key on the keyboard, or clicking the

mouse. (The monitor may be in a power saving mode.)

Try pressing a key on the keyboard, or clicking the
mouse. (The monitor may be in a power saving mode.)

Try pressing any keys on the front panel, or switch the
monitor off and then on. (The monitor may be in “Off
Timer Mode”.)

If the problem persists, switch off the monitor power for a
few minutes, then switch it back on and try again.

Check that the PC is switched ON.
Check that the signal cable is properly connected to the

graphics board or PC.

Check that the graphics board is correctly inserted in
the PC.

Use the graphics board’s utility software to change the
frequency setting. (Refer to the manual of the graphics
board.)

• Whenever an error signal message appears, the signal frequency will be displayed in red.

• Error messages shown above will remain on the screen for 30 seconds. An error

message may not appear at all if the signal frequency is extremely high or extremely low.

8) The screen is partially dark.

The CRT is not warmed up. Allow 30 minutes for the
monitor to stabilize.

This problem may be caused by the earth's magnetism.
Adjust the uniformity in the ScreenManager's "Screen"
menu. See page 12.

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Problems

9) The entire screen appears too
dark or bright.

10) The screen is tilted/

distorted.

Points to check with possible solutions

Adjust the contrast and brightness using the
ScreenManager. See page 11.

Output level from the computer may not conform the
monitor. Please set the video level using the
ScreenManager. See page 17.

Some signal timing can be the cause of this problem. To
correct this, turn off the monitor, then hold down the
AUTO-SIZING button and “down” arrow key while
turning on the monitor again. This will change the
signal timing and brighten the screen. If the above
operation si repeated the screen becomes dark again.

Adjust with the ScreenManager's tilt and distortion
correcting function until tilt/distorting seems
unnoticeable. See page 11.

Check to see if there are any nearby interfering
electronic devices such as another monitor, an electric
motor, or a speaker (other than an optional EIZO
i·Sound speaker unit.) If so, move the device or move
the monitor.

It is sometimes possible to correct distortion and tilting
by reorienting the monitor.

11) The image vibrates on the

screen.

· An unstable signal from the graphics board may be the cause of the above problem when
using the monitor with a high resolution or in a high refresh mode. (The video signal from
the graphics board might be made irregular due to the use of a high speed dot clock.)
Change the resolution or the refresh rate to another setting.

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Use of the “Moiré” adjustment may cause a slight.
vibration. To eliminate the vibration, set the adjustment
level to lower percentage or 0%. See page 12.

Check that the signal cable is properly connected to the
graphics board or PC.

Check that the graphics board is correctly mounted in
the PC.

The monitor may be located close to a device that is
generating a magnetic field. Such devices include
speakers (other than the EIZO optional i·Sound
speaker), electric motors, high-voltage cables, and other
monitors. It may be solved by switching off or moving
the interfering device, or by relocating the monitor.

If the volume level of the EIZO optional i·Sound speaker
is too high, it may, in some cases, cause a slight vibra­tion. To eliminate, turn down the volume of the speaker.

Problems

12) The characters and images
have a slight shadow on
their right side.

Points to check with possible solutions

Chnage the mode of "Signal Filter" function in the
ScreenManager "Others" menu. See page 17.

This may be solved by changing the refresh rate.

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13) Moiré patterns are
distracting.

14)The image is flickering.

Flicker

The term “flicker” refers to noticeable shimmering that occurs when the image on the
screen is redrawn (“refreshed”) too slowly. A refresh rate of 80 Hz means the image is
redrawn 80 times per second. Most people will notice flicker at image refresh rates as high
as 60 or 70 Hz, whereas refresh rates of 72 Hz or above usually is not noticeable. Flicker
is known to be the cause of visual fatigue.

Reduce the moiré using the ScreenManager’s “Moiré”
adjustment menu following the procedure below.

1) Set the desktop to an every-other-dot pattern so that
moiré will be visible.

2) Go to the ScreenManager’s “Moiré” menu and adjust
so that moiré becomes almost unnoticeable. See page

12.

3) Change to a different desktop background to reduce
moiré even further.

Change the horizontal and vertical dimensions of the
desplay area.

Change the selected desktop or wallpaper pattern to
any solid color pattern. For detailed information on
how to change these patterns, refer to the
documentation for the PC and operating system.

Flicker will occur with interlaced scanning, or
non-interlaced scanning with a low refresh rate. All
EIZO monitors are capable of reproducing high refresh
rates for non-interlaced scanning. If a problem occurs
when using a non-interlaced signal, try adjusting the
graphics board to increase the refresh rate (if possible).
Refer to the graphics board manual for information.

15)• The entire screen appears
bluish or reddish.

• Color purity is not uniform.

• Misconvergence of colors.

(red, green, blue)

The CRT is not warmed up. Allow 30 minutes for the
monitor to stabilize.

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Explanation of the Characteristics of CRTs

When the monitor is not fully warmed up, the screen may look slightly colored, e.g.
reddish or bluish. This phenomenon is due to the unstableness of the electron gun during
its warm-up period. Please wait for about 30 minutes until the monitor stabilizes in order
to gain its proper color.

Problems

16)• Control Pad “ENTER
key” does not operate.

• AUTO-SIZING button
does not operate.

Points to check with possible solutions

The Adjustment Lock is probably on. To unlock:
switch off the monitor power, then hold down the down
arrow key of the control pad and switch the monitor
back on. See page 18.

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4 CLEANING

WARNING

• Keep liquids away from the monitor.

Spillage into the cabinet may result in fire, electric shock, or equipment
damage.

If an object or liquid falls/spills into the cabinet, unplug the monitor
immediately. Have the unit checked by a qualified service engineer
before using it again.

Using the monitor in this condition could cause serious injury or
equipment damage.

CAUTION

• To ensure safety, always unplug the monitor before cleaning it.

Failure to do so may result in electric shock.

• Periodically clean the area around the plug.

Buildup of dust, water, or oil on the plug may result in fire.

• Never use thinner, benzene, alcohol (ethanol, methanol, or
isopropyl alcohol), abrasive cleaners, or other strong solvents, as
these may cause damage to the cabinet or CRT.

Periodic cleaning is recommended to keep the monitor looking new and
to prolong its operational lifetime. Clean the cabinet and CRT areas as
follows:

Cabinet

To remove stains, wipe the cabinet with a soft, lightly moistened cloth
using a mild detergent. Do not spray wax or cleaner directly onto the
cabinet.

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CRT Surface

The CRT surface can be cleaned with a soft cloth, such as cotton or
lens paper.

If necessary, stubborn stains can be removed by moistening part of a
cloth with water to enhance its cleaning power.

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5 SPECIFICATIONS

Electrical Specifications

CRT 50 cm (19 inch) class, 90° deflection Invar Shadow Mask

with Anti- Reflective SuperErgoCoat
CRT AG Pitch 0.26 mm
Scan Frequency(Horizontal):30 kHz-115 kHz (Automatic)
Scan Frequency (Vertical): 50 Hz-160 Hz (Automatic)
Max. Active Display Area 363 mm (H) × 272 mm (V) (14.3” (H) × 10.7” (V))

(Viewable image size: 453 mm (17.8”))

* Display size can be set by the user through microprocessor

control panel.

* The actual size displayed can be dependent on the graphics

board or PC utilized.
Power Supply 100-120/220-240 VAC±10%, 50/60 Hz, 1.6/0.75 A
Power Consumption

Normal/Max.: 120 W/140 W (with EIZO optional speaker attached)
PowerManager Mode 1: Less than 10 W

PowerManager Mode 2: Less than 3 W
Input Connector D-Sub mini 15-pin
Recommended Resolution 1280 dots × 1024 lines
Input Signal(Sync): • H/V Separate, TTL, Positive/Negative

• H/V Composite, TTL, Positive/Negative

• Sync on Green 0.3 Vp-p, Negative
Input Signal(Video): • Analog 0.7 Vp-p/75 Ohm, Positive
Plug & Play VESA DDC1/2B

Mechanical Specifications

Dimensions 452 mm (W) × 455 mm (H) × 478 mm (D)

(17.8” (W) × 17.9” (H) × 18.8” (D))

Weight 22.8 kg (50.3 lbs.)

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Environmental Specifications

Temperature operating: 0°C to 35°C (32°F to 95°F)

storage: -20°C to 60°C (-4°F to 140°F)

Humidity 30% to 80% R.H. Non-condensing

Certifications and Standards

100-120 VAC range UL/C-UL, FCC-B, DHHS, TÜV Rheinland/Ergonomics

Approved, TCO’99, EPA Energy Star® Program

220-240 VAC range CE, CB, TÜV Rheinland/GS, TÜV Rheinland/Ergonomics

Approved, TCO’99, EPA Energy Star® Program

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Preset Timing

2 factory presets shown below have been registered in the monitor’s microprocessor.

Resolution Frequencies Interlace Sync Polarity Video Signal

fH (kHz) fV (Hz) Level

VGA 720 × 400 31.47 70.09 Non H/Negative 0.7V(p-p)/75 Ohm
(text) V/Positive

VESA 1280 × 1024 91.15 85.02 Non H/Positive 0.7V(p-p)/75 Ohm

V/Positive

Pin Assignment

D-Sub mini 15 pin connector

Pin No. Signal Pin No. Signal

1 Red video 9 No pin

Green video/

Green video/ 10 Ground

2 Green video with 11 (shorted)

3 Ground H. Sync/
4 Ground 13 H/V composite
5 No pin sync
6 Red ground 14
7 Green ground 15 Clock
8 Blue ground

Green video

with composite

sync

composite sync 12 Data

Ground

(shorted)

H. Sync/ H/V

composite sync

V. Sync

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Dimensions

5 SPECIFICATIONS

mm

(inches)

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Congratulations!

You have just purchased a TCO’99 approved and labelled product! Your choice has provided you
with a product developed for professional use. Your purchase has also contributed to reducing the
burden on the environment and also to the further development of environmentally adapted
electronics products.

Why do we have environmentally labelled computers?

In many countries, environmental labelling has become an established method for encourag­ing the adaptation of goods and services to the environment. The main problem, as far as
computers and other electronics equipment are concerned, is that environmentally harmful
substances are used both in the products and during their manufacture. Since it is not so far
possible to satisfactorily recycle the majority of electronics equipment, most of these potentially
damaging substances sooner or later enter nature.

There are also other characteristics of a computer, such as energy consumption levels, that are
important from the viewpoints of both the work (internal) and natural (external) environments.
Since all methods of electricity generation have a negative effect on the environment (e.g. acidic
and climate-influencing emissions, radioactive waste), it is vital to save energy. Electronics
equipment in offices is often left running continuously and thereby consumes a lot of energy.

What does labelling involve?

This product meets the requirements for the TCO’99 scheme which provides for international
and environmental labelling of personal computers. The labelling scheme was developed as a
joint effort by the TCO (The Swedish Confederation of Professional Employees), Svenska
Naturskyddsforeningen (The Swedish Society for Nature Conservation) and Statens
Energimyndighet (The Swedish National Energy Administration).

Approval requirements cover a wide range of issues: environment, ergonomics, usability,
emission of electric and magnetic fields, energy consumption and electrical and fire safety.

The environmental demands impose restrictions on the presence and use of heavy metals,
brominated and chlorinated flame retardants, CFCs (freons) and chlorinated solvents, among
other things. The product must be prepared for recycling and the manufacturer is obliged to
have an environmental policy which must be adhered to in each country where the company
implements its operational policy.

The energy requirements include a demand that the computer and/or display, after a certain
period of inactivity, shall reduce its power consumption to a lower level in one or more stages.
The length of time to reactivate the computer shall be reasonable for the user.

Labelled products must meet strict environmental demands, for example, in respect of the
reduction of electric and magnetic fields, physical and visual ergonomics and good usability.

Below you will find a brief summary of the environmental requirements met by this product.
The complete environmental criteria document may be ordered from:

TCO Development

SE-114 94 Stockholm, Sweden

Fax: [phone]

Email (Internet): [e-mail]

Current information regarding TCO’99 approved and labelled products may also be

obtained via the Internet, using the address: http://www.tco-info.com/

Environmental requirements

Flame retardants

Flame retardants are present in printed circuit boards, cables, wires, casings and housings.
Their purpose is to prevent, or at least to delay the spread of fire. Up to 30% of the plastic in a
computer casing can consist of flame retardant substances. Most flame retardants contain
bromine or chloride, and those flame retardants are chemically related to another group of
environmental toxins, PCBs. Both the flame retardants containing bromine or chloride and the
PCBs are suspected of giving rise to severe health effects, including reproductive damage in fish­eating birds and mammals, due to the bio-accumulative* processes. Flame retardants have been
found in human blood and researchers fear that disturbances in foetus development may occur.

The relevant TCO’99 demand requires that plastic components weighing more than 25 grams
must not contain flame retardants with organically bound bromine or chlorine. Flame
retardants are allowed in the printed circuit boards since no substitutes are available.

Cadmium**

Cadmium is present in rechargeable batteries and in the colour-generating layers of certain
computer displays. Cadmium damages the nervous system and is toxic in high doses. The
relevant TCO’99 requirement states that batteries, the colour-generating layers of display
screens and the electrical or electronics components must not contain any cadmium.

Mercury**

Mercury is sometimes found in batteries, relays and switches. It damages the nervous system
and is toxic in high doses. The relevant TCO’99 requirement states that batteries may not
contain any mercury. It also demands that mercury is not present in any of the electrical or
electronics components associated with the labelled unit.

CFCs (freons)

The relevant TCO’99 requirement states that neither CFCs nor HCFCs may be used during
the manufacture and assembly of the product. CFCs (freons) are sometimes used for washing
printed circuit boards. CFCs break down ozone and thereby damage the ozone layer in the
stratosphere, causing increased reception on earth of ultraviolet light with e.g. increased risks of
skin cancer (malignant melanoma) as a consequence.

Lead**

Lead can be found in picture tubes, display screens, solders and capacitors. Lead damages the
nervous system and in higher doses, causes lead poisoning. The relevant TCO’99 requirement
permits the inclusion of lead since no replacement has yet been developed.

For U.S.A, Canada, etc. (rated 100-120 Vac) Only

FCC Declaration of Conformity

We, the Responsible Party EIZO NANAO TECHNOLOGIES INC.

5710 Warland Drive, Cypress, CA 90630
Phone: [phone]

declare that the product

Trade name: EIZO
Model: FlexScan F730

is in conformity with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation of this product is subject to
the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2)
this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause
undesired operation.

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 provided
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.

Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance
could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

Note

Use the attached specified cable below or EIZO signal cable with this monitor so as to keep
interference within the limits of a Class B digital device.

-AC Cord

-Shielded Signal Cable (D-SUB mini 15 pin - D-SUB mini 15 pin, the enclosed signal cable)

Canadian Notice

This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
Cet appareil numérique de le classe B est comforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.

Hinweis zur Ergonomie :

Dieser Monitor erfüllt die Anforderungen an die Ergonomie nach EK1/59-98, EK1/60-98 mit dem
Videosignal, 1280 Punkte x 1024 Zeilen, RGB analog, 0,7 Vp-p und mindestens 85,0 Hz
Bildwiederholfrequenz, non interlaced.

Weiterhin wird aus ergonomischen Gründen empfohlen, die Grundfarbe Blau nicht auf dunklem
Untergrund zu verwenden (schlechte Erkennbarkeit, Augenbelastung bei zu geringem Zeichenkontrast.)

PTB Hinweis

Eigensichere Kathodestranlröhre nach Anlage III Röntgenverordnung. Die in diesem Geraet entstehende
Röntgenstrahlung ist durch die eigensichere Kathodenstrahlroehre ausreichend abgeschirmt.

Recycle Auskunft

Die Rücknahme dieses Produktes nach Nutzungsende übernimmt EIZO in Deutschland zusammen mit
dem Partner von Roll MBB Recycling GmbH.
Dort werden die Geräte in ihre Bestandteile zerlegt, die dann der Wiederverwertung zugeführt werden.
Um einen Abholtermin zu vereinbaren und die aktuellen Kosten zu erfahren, benutzen Sie bitte folgende
Rufnummer: 02153-73 35 00. Weitere Informationen finden Sie auch unter der Internet-Adresse:
www.eizo.de.

Hinweis

Die Bildröhre dieses Monitors ist frei von Cadmium.