Epson Professional II User Manual

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USER'S GUIDE

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EPSON

Professional Series II

20”

User’s Guide

Monitor

Y73599I00500

Important Safety Instructions

Read all of these instructions and save them for later reference.

Never push objects of any kind into the monitor through cabinet
slots.

Do not expose the monitor to liquids, such as rain or spills.
Because of the monitor’s weight, two people are required to lift it;

do not lift it alone. Do not place the monitor on the computer.
Do not place the monitor on an unstable cart, stand, or tabIe, and

be careful not to drop it.
Do not place the monitor near heating appliance or in direct

sunlight. Intense heat can damage the monitor’s circuitry.
Slots and openings on the top and back of the cabinet are provided

for ventilation; do not block or cover these openings.

I0. Be careful not to damage the power cord or plug.

11. Voltages outside the monitor’s specified line voltage range may
harm the monitor. The monitor should be operated from the type
of power source indicated on the rear panel marking Iabel.

12. Plug the power cord only into a grounding-type wall outlet.

13. Make sure the combined amperage rating for all products
plugged into the
exceed the amperage rating of the wall outlet.

11. Do not replace the interface cable with a non-shielded cable.

15. Unplug the monitor from the wall outlet and the computer before
cleaning. Use a damp cloth for cleaning.

wall outlet used for the monitor does not

16. Excessive brightness for long periods may permanently imprint
an image on the screen.

17. To avoid picture distortion or color disturbance, do not put
devices that generate magnetism (such as telephones, televisions,
speakers, or magnetic screwdrivers) near the monitor.

18. When you finish using the monitor, turn it off by pressing the
power button. (Always wait at least five seconds before you turn
it back on.) When the monitor will not be used for a long period

of time, unplug the power cord.

19. Unplug the monitor from the wall outlet and refer servicing to
authorized service personnel under the following conditions:

A.

If the power cord or plug is damaged.

B.

If the monitor has come into contact with any liquids, such as
rain or spills.

C. If the monitor does not operate normally when the operating

instructions are followed. Adjust only those controls that are
covered by the operating instructions; improper adjustment
of other controls may result in damage and will often require
extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the
product to normal operation.

D.

If the monitor has been dropped or the cabinet or glass

faceplate has been damaged.

E.

If the monitor exhibits a distinct change in performance

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Contents

Introduction

Where to Get Help

Unpacking the Monitor

Setting Up the Monitor

Connecting the Monitor to Your Computer
Connecting Two or More Monitors to

One Video Controller
Turning On the Monitor
The Control Panel
Setting the Type of Video Input
Adjusting the Brightness and Contrast
Using Video Modes

Modifying a Video Mode
Recalling a Factory-set Video Mode

Creating a User-defined Video Mode
Adjusting the Vertical and Horizontal Convergence
Selecting the Color Temperature

Defining Your Own Color Temperature

Reducing Color Impurity
Cleaning the Monitor
Troubleshooting

The screen and the LCD do not come on
The screen is blank and the LCD displays

H/V SYNC OFF, H SYNC OFF, or V SYNC OFF

The screen is blank and the LCD does not display

a SYNC OFF error message
There is an image on the screen but the LCD is dim
The LCD displays Mode not found
The image is not centered on the screen
The image is too big or too small for the screen

The image on the screen is fuzzy
You want to change the shade of white on the screen

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controller and the image quality is poor

Additional error messages
Factory-set Video Modes
Specifications

Trinitron CRT

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Interfacing Requirements

AC Line Voltage

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Environmental Requirements
Reliability
Safety Standards
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Physical Characteristics
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Professional Series II Monitor

Introduction

Your Epson®Professional Series II monitor is a high­performance, multifrequency, autoscan color monitor for use
with graphic video controllers. The monitor is ideal for
applications that require a large screen size and high resolution,
such as CAD/CAM/CAE and desktop publishing. It offers the
following features:

20-inch Trinitron® color CRT display with superior

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brightness and resolution
High-resolution display of up to 1280 x 1024 pixels at a

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fast, stable, flicker-free refresh rate (vertical frequency) of
up to 76 Hz

Fourteen factory-set video modes, including VGA,

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132 column, Super VGA 800 x 600, interlaced 1024 x 768
(8514/A), non-interlaced 1024 x 768, and 1280 x 1024 with
a refresh rate of up to 76 Hz

Storage space for up to eight user-defined video modes

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Automatic scanning of all horizontal frequencies from 30 to

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82 KHz and all vertical frequencies from 50 to 160 Hz
LCD display which allows you to view the number of the

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current video mode, easily adjust display parameters, and
perform other tasks

Three video sync formats: composite sync on green,

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composite horizontal and vertical sync at TTL level, or
separate horizontal and vertical sync at TTL level

Three color temperatures which let you determine the

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shade of white displayed on the screen: 9300° K (Kelvin),
6500° K, or a user-defined color temperature

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Compliance with the latest Swedish magnetic emissions
guidelines (MPR-2, VLF/ELF)

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Anti-glare HEA panel

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One 15-pin, D-Sub miniature, VGA connector and five BNC
connectors, which provide a variety of video interface cable
connection options and the possibility of connecting two or

more monitors to one video controller.

This manual provides instructions on how to set up and use the

monitor. It describes how to use the control panel buttons to
modify, recall, and create video modes, adjust the vertical and
horizontal convergence, select or define a color temperature,
and perform other tasks. It also lists the monitor’s 14 factory-set
video modes and provides troubleshooting information and
specifications.

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Where to Get Help

If you purchased your monitor in the United States, Epson
America provides local customer support and service through a
nationwide network of authorized Epson dealers and Service
Centers. Epson also provides the following support services
through the Epson Customer Support Center at [phone]:

Technical assistance with the installation, configuration,

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and operation of Epson products
Assistance in locating your nearest Authorized Epson

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Reseller or Service Center

Sales of ribbons, supplies, parts, documentation, and

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accessories for your Epson product

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Customer Relations

Epson Fax Back technical information service-also

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available directly by calling the toll number [phone]

Product literature with technical specifications on our

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current and new products

J User group locations.

If you purchased your monitor outside the United States,
please contact your dealer or the marketing location nearest
you for customer support and service. International marketing

locations are listed inside the back cover of this manual.

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Unpacking the Monitor

When you unpack your monitor, make sure you have the items
shown below.

WARNING

Because the monitor weighs approximately 81 lbs, two
people are needed to lift it. To avoid injury, do not lift the
monitor alone. Place the monitor only on a strong table or
desk; do not place it on your computer.

monitor

video interface cable

AC power cord

If anything is missing or looks damaged, contact your Epson
dealer immediately.

In addition, make sure you have a warranty card and a
registration card. Complete the registration card and return it
to Epson so you’ll receive update information. Keep the
warranty card for your records.

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Note

Be sure to keep the monitor’s original box and packing
materials in case you need to transport the monitor later.

Setting Up the Monitor

When you select a location for the monitor, keep the following
in mind:

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Follow the safety instructions listed at the beginning of this
manual.

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Use one or more sturdy desks that are strong enough to
support the weight of your computer, monitor, and
peripheral devices and provide ample space to hold your
equipment and work materials.

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Do not place the monitor on your computer.

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front of you and sit about an arm’s length away from it.

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To minimize glare and reduce eye fatigue, position the
monitor so that sunlight, desk lamps, or overhead lights do
not shine directly on the screen.

The monitor has one D-Sub (VGA) connector and five BNC
connectors. The video interface cable that comes with the

monitor has a VGA connector on each end; you can connect it
to the monitor’s VGA connector and to a VGA connector on

your computer.

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Alternatively, you can purchase your own video interface cable
and connect it to the monitor’s BNC connectors. See the BNC
connector signals table on page 54 to determine which video
interface cable(s) and BNC connectors to use with your system.

If your computer or video adapter card does not have a VGA
connector, you cannot use the video interface cable that comes
with the monitor. Determine the sync requirements of your
video controller, see the BNC connector signals table on
page 54, if necessary, and purchase the appropriate interface
cable(s). Consult your dealer if you need help. Then connect the
interface cable(s) to the appropriate connector(s).

Connecting the Monitor to Your Computer

Before you connect the monitor to your computer, you need to
make sure your computer and/or video adapter card is set up
for use with the monitor. If necessary, install an appropriate
video adapter card in your computer and set any DIP switches
or jumpers on the card to match the monitor. You may also
need to change jumper settings inside the computer. See your
computer and/or video adapter card manual for instructions.

Note

If you want to connect two or more monitors to one video
controller, see page 10 for instructions.

Follow these steps to connect the monitor to your computer:

1.

Before you connect any cables, make sure the monitor,
computer, and all other peripheral devices are turned off.
The monitor is off when the power button on the left side of
the control panel extends out from the panel, as shown in
the following illustration.

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power button

Turn the monitor around so you can see the back panel.

2.

vents

VGA connector

BNC COn

nectors

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high impedance/
75 Ohm switch

AC power

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Note

If you are connecting only one monitor to the video
interface, make sure the

(the factory setting). As long as you use only one
monitor with your computer’s video controller, do not
set the
excessive brightness and lowers the resolution.

3.

Plug one end of the video interface cable that comes with the
monitor into the VGA connector labeled D-SUB INPUT and

tighten the screws on the cable connector.

HIGHi75Q

switch to HIGH because this causes

HIGH/75SZ

switch is set to

75Q

4.

Plug the other end of the video cable into the video interface
on your computer and tighten the connector screws. (See
your computer and/or video adapter card manual for more

detailed instructions.)

5.

Plug the monitor’s power cord into the AC power inlet on
the back panel and then into a grounded (earthed) electrical
outlet. The monitor contains a universal (90 to 264 VAC)
power supply, so you do not need to check the voltage of
your power supply.

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Turn the monitor around so the screen faces you and use the
tilt and swivel base to position the screen at a good viewing
angle. For comfortable viewing, the top of the screen should
be slightly below eye level when you are sitting in front of
the monitor. (Your line of sight to the screen should be

about 10° to 20° below the horizontal.)

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Connecting Two of More Monitors to One Video Controller

Using the monitor’s BNC connectors, you can connect two or
more monitors to a single video controller for demonstrations
and other applications. To connect two or more monitors to one
video controller, you need the following:

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One video interface cable with a VGA connector on one end
and five color-coded cables with BNC connectors on the
other

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video interface cables with BNC connectors on
both ends and five T-BNC connectors (called T connectors
here) for each additional monitor.

These cables and connectors are available at computer and
electronics stores. For best results, make sure the video
interface cables for connecting the monitors to each other are

the same length and impedance. Also, avoid using very long

cables because this may affect the quality of the images
displayed on the additional monitor(s).

Note

It is best to connect no more than three monitors to one
video controller. If you connect more than three monitors,
the image may deteriorate slightly on each additional
monitor you connect.

75 Q video Interface cable with

one BNC connector on each end

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video interface cable with one
VGA and five BNC connectors

T connector

To connect two monitors to the video interface on your
computer, follow the steps below. If you want to connect three
monitors to the video interface, you can follow these steps, but
first see “Connecting three monitors” on page 15.

1.

Make sure your monitors, the computer, and all other
peripheral devices are turned off.

If one monitor is already connected to your computer,

2.

unplug its power cord from the electrical outlet and the AC
power inlet. Then disconnect the video interface cable(s)
from the monitor and the computer.

Connect each of the five T connectors to the first monitor’s

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five BNC connectors, as shown below. To do this, align the
cutouts in the T connector with the tabs on the monitor
connector and plug in the T connector. Then push it in
while turning it clockwise as far as possible until it fits in
place.

tab

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