Planar Dome EX User Manual
Dome EX Display
User’s Guide
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Contents
Product Information iv
About the Display 1
Installing the Display 6
Appendix 14
Index 39
Regulatory Compliance 41
Standard Warranty 47
iii
Product Information
The design of the Dome EX digital display takes into account every
known measure to ensure your personal safety. Improper use of
the display can result in electric shock, fire, or damage to the display.
Read all instructions before setting up the display.
Classification:
Shock Protection: Class I.
Degree of Protection Against Electric Shock: No applied part.
Degree of Protection Against Harmful Ingress of Water:
Ordinary equipment (IPX0).
Degree of Safety in the Presence of Flammable Anaesthetic
Mixture with Air or with Oxygen or Nitrous Oxide:
Not suitable for use in the presence of a flammable
anaesthetic mixture with air or with oxygen or nitrous oxide.
Mode of Operation: Continuous.
Important recycle instruction:
Lamp(s) inside this product contain mercury. This product
may contain other electronic waste that can be hazardous if
not disposed of properly. Recycle or dispose in accordance
with local, state, or federal laws. For more information,
contact the Electronic Industries Alliance at
For lamp-specific disposal information, check
WWW.LAMPRECYCLE.ORG.
WWW.EIAE.ORG.
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Symbol explanations
DISPOSAL. Do not use household or municipal waste
collection services for disposal of electrical and
electronic equipment. EU countries require the
use of separate recycling collection services.
CAUTION. Read the accompanying text carefully, for
proper operation and maintenance of the display
system.
DANGEROUS VOLTAGE. Important precautions about
electric shock. Read the accompanying text carefully,
to prevent damage to components of the display
system and for your safety.
DIRECT CURRENT.
BAROMETRIC PRESSURE. Transport and storage 12,000
meters (39,400 feet), maximum in unpressurized container
RELATIVE HUMIDITY. Transport and storage 5% to 90%
(non-condensing).
TEMPERATURE. Transport and storage -10° to 60° C.
Intended use
The Dome EX display is an AMLCD display designed for viewing medical X-ray
images. This unit should not be used near patients and should be kept
outside of 1.83 m perimeter and 2.29 m vertical.
IMPORTANT: Only the Dome E5 display can be used for primary
image diagnosis in mammography. The Dome E2, Dome E3, and
Dome E3c display units must not be used for primary image diagnosis
in mammography.
CAUTION: Federal law restricts this device to sale by or on the order of
a medical practitioner.
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Safety precautions
External equipment intended for connection to signal input, signal
output, or other connectors, must comply with the relevant IEC standard
(EN/IEC 60601-1 series for medical electrical equipment). In addition, all
such combinations (systems) must comply with the standard IEC 60601-1-1,
Safety requirements for medical electrical systems.
Equipment not complying to IEC 60601 must be kept outside the patient
environment, as defined in the standard as at least 1.5 meters from the
patient or the patient support.
Any person who connects external equipment to signal input, signal output,
or other connectors has formed a system and is therefore responsible for the
system to comply with the requirements of IEC 60601-1-1. If in doubt, speak
with a qualified technician.
Safety tips
• Never open the display case, even when the power is off. Dangerous
voltage inside may cause electric shock or death.
• To avoid damage to the display, use the grounded power supply and
video cable supplied by Planar, or use certified replacements.
• Be sure the display is electrically grounded. You must connect the third
grounding pin on the US power cord to a grounded outlet. The European
power cord does not have a third grounding pin, but it must be plugged
into a grounded outlet.
• If you cannot insert the plug into the outlet you plan to use, have a
licensed electrician replace the outlet with a properly grounded outlet.
If the power cord connects directly into the computer, make sure the
computer is grounded.
• Keep the display dry if it is part of a surgical system. The display lacks
protection against liquids or spills.
• In locations where 240V outlets are used, connect the Dome EX
display only to a center-tapped, 240V, single-phase supply (for
Canada and the United States).
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GROUNDING RELIABILITY CAN ONLY BE ACHIEVED WHEN EQUIPMENT IS
CONNECTED TO AN EQUIVALENT RECEPTABLE MARKED “HOSPITAL ONLY” OR
“HOSPITAL GRADE.”
Unpacking and handling tips
The Dome EX display is a precision instrument that requires proper care to
maintain product operation and adherence to specification. Unpack the
display and components carefully, then set up and handle the unit properly
to avoid damage to the LCD panel.
• Use both hands to grasp the display case when lifting it from the shipping
carton, but avoid touching the screen.
• Do not apply pressure to the screen or touch the screen with bare fingers
or objects. Pressure can affect image quality. Cosmetics and oils on the skin
are both detrimental to the screen and difficult to remove.
• Allow the display to warm up to room temperature before turning it on.
Avoid sudden temperature changes in the environment, as this may cause
condensation, which damages the display.
• Secure the display properly onto a standard VESA 100-mm mounting unit if
you elect not to use the desk stand.
• Do not set up the display near strong light or heat sources.
• Do not block the vents on the back of the display or install the display in
a built-in enclosure. Blocked vents cause excessive heat to build up inside
the display, increasing risk of fire.
• When installing components, turn off your computer, but leave it plugged
into a grounded outlet.
• Do not remove the back cover or disassemble the display. There are
no user-serviceable parts inside.
Preventing fire and injury
• Replace the power supply or cables if damaged.
• Use only the power source indicated in this guide or listed on the display.
• Do not plug the power supply into an overloaded AC outlet or extension
cord. Overloaded AC outlets and cords can result in electric shock or fire.
• Do not drop or push objects into the display case. Internal components
contain high voltage.
• Unplug the power cord from the wall outlet during thunderstorms.
• Do not place magnetic devices, such as motors, near the display.
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Cleaning the display
Observe the following guidelines to maintain the display and the LCD screen.
• Use a clean, lint-free, absorbent cotton cloth to clear off any residual glue
from removal of the protective film or to remove surface dust. Apply light
pressure to remove the dust.
• Dampen a clean cloth with a small amount of isopropyl alcohol to remove
glue or dust if the screen is still not clean. Do not saturate the cloth;
otherwise, alcohol may seep into the display case and collect in the
enclosure. Use a clean, dry cloth to completely remove the alcohol residue.
• Do not use chemically treated dust cloths, acetone, toluene, or harsh
solvents on the display case or the screen. They can damage the polarizer
and the display case.
• Do not expose the display to water or excessive moisture. Do not allow
water or other stains to stand on the unit. Wipe liquids off immediately to
prevent damage to the display case and the screen.
WARNING
DISCONNECT SUPPLY BEFORE SERVICING
AVERTISSEMENT
COUPER L’ALIMENTATION AVANT L’ENTRETIEN ET LE DEPANNAGE
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Shipping/storing the display
Keep the display in its shipping container until installation. Return the display
to its original container whenever you need to store the unit, move it to
another location, or return it for repair. The packaging supplied by the
manufacturer protects the display while it is in transit. See environment
specifications for more information.
Before returning the display to the container, do the following:
1 Swivel the display panel to landscape mode.
2 Push the panel down to the lowest position.
3 Use the stand lock to anchor the panel.
Disposal information
Follow your local governing ordinance and recycling policy for
proper disposal or recycling of display components.
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AMLCD panel mounted on desk stand
Display controller
DVI cable
DC power adapter Power cords
Display driver and
Quick reference
calibration software
About the Display
The Dome EX display systems, ranging from 2 to 5 megapixels,
consists of a TFT LCD panel and a display board and driver. The
display’s thin film transistors, in a transmissive-type display, use an
integrated cold cathode fluorescent tube (CCFT) backlight system.
The display is designed for medical imaging in diagnostic settings, in
portrait or landscape orientation, and comes fully tuned with gamma
correction that complies with the DICOM Part 14 Standard. The alldigital design enables the display to produce the sharp, crisp images
critical to softcopy medical viewing. Unwanted analog display image
artifacts are eliminated.
Bundled with the display system, the Dome CXtra software enhances
the functionality of the Dome EX display with a range of value-added
services, such as DICOM calibration, error reporting, and backlight
saver. Network management of Dome displays running the Dome
CXtra software requires the Enterprise Management Service for
Dome CXtra. For more information, refer to Dome CXtra User’s Guide.
System Requirements
Display systems using the DX2 board:
• PCI slot (64 bit recommended)
• 50 MB hard disk space
•256 MB RAM
•CD-ROM drive
• Windows XP or Windows 2000
Display systems using the AX5 board:
• Intel Pentium 4/Xeon; AMD Athlon 64/K7/XP or compatible
• PCI Express x16 lane slot
• 50 MB hard disk space
•256 MB RAM
•CD-ROM drive
• Windows XP Service Pack 2 or Windows 2000 Service Pack 4
• Power supply, 350 watts or greater
NOTE: The AX5 display controller is a DualLink DVI graphics board for
60 Hz refresh.
Service Pack 4
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Display Components
Review this illustration of the back panel to identify controls and
ports on the display unit.
1
3
2
4
Legend
1 Reset button. Restores the display configuration to
its default setting.
2 LED status lights. Provides information about the status of
the display.
3 DIN connector. Drives power to the display; 4-pin connector on
the Dome E2 display, 8-pin connector on the Dome E3,
Dome E3c, and Dome E5 displays.
4 DVI connector. Drives the data to the display.
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Display Positions
You can adjust the tilt, height, viewing angle, and orientation of the
display to maintain an ergonomic and comfortable viewing position.
Make sure that your eyes are level with the top of the display cabinet
so that you look downward to read the screen contents. Select a
suitable workspace for the display. You need a stable, level, and
clean surface near a wall outlet.
Tilt range Height range
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Adjust the tilt angle of the
display so that the screen faces
slightly downward from your
angle of view.
Unfasten the stand lock at the
top of the desk stand (slide it to
the left) then raise or lower the
panel to adjust the height.
Viewing angle Orientation mode
Swivel the display panel from
side to side to adjust the
viewing angle.
Use both hands to turn the
display 90 degrees counterclockwise to move from
portrait to landscape modes.
Desk Stand Features
Unfasten the stand lock to adjust display height. Remove the stand
cover to thread the power cord and DVI cable connections to the
display. To activate the USB hub function, the display must be
connected to a USB-compliant computer or another hub with a USB
cable. Even if the display is in power-saving mode, the USB devices
function when connected to the USB ports of the display.
Stand height lock
Move the stand lock lever to
the left to adjust the height of
the display.
Stand cable cover
Press the PUSH button at the
bottom of the desk stand and
pull the stand cable cover
down and out to remove it.
USB hub
Use the integrated, buspowered USB hub to attach
USB devices to the display
rather than to the computer.
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Installing the Display
Before you install the Dome DX2 or the AX5 display controller,
remove any existing graphics card and its driver from your system.
Also disable any onboard graphics capability on the motherboard.
If you are installing the Dome DX2 board, you must set the DIP
switches for your system configuration. See “Set the DIP Switch on
the Dome DX2 Board” on page 7
Dome Display Dome DX2 Controller AX5 Controller
E2
E3
E3c
E5
Warning
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In locations where 240V outlets are used, connect the Dome EX
display only to a center-tapped, 240V, single-phase supply (for
Canada and the United States).
If you leave the computer turned on, you could get an electric shock
and cause damage to the system components.
Remove the display controller slowly from its package and staticshielding bag to prevent an electrostatic discharge.
Static electricity can damage the controller. When touching the
board or parts of the motherboard, take these precautions:
• Wear an antistatic wrist strap.
• Discharge your body’s static electricity repeatedly by touching the
power supply or the metal surface of the computer chassis.
Set the DIP Switch on the Dome DX2 Board
If you are using the Dome DX2 display controller, you need to enable
or disable VGA mode according to your system configuration. Enable
VGA on only one board when you install multiple Dome DX2 display
controllers. Disable VGA on all Dome DX2 display controllers if you
are using a separate VGA card. For VGA mode, slide switch 1 into
the ON position.
For some Dell systems, you may need to enable VESA modes to see
output on the screen during the boot process. If so, slide switch 2 into
the ON position.
For single desktop mode, slide switch 3 into the ON position.
VIdeo 1 port
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Install the Display Controller
Before you install the Dome DX2 or the AX5 display controller,
choose a well-ventilated location with an adequate amount of space.
Excessive heat cannot dissipate when display vents are blocked.
Make sure a grounded AC outlet is within easy reach.
Turn your computer off. Leave the power cord plugged into the
grounded outlet.
To install the display controller
1 Remove the blank bracket from an available PCI or PCI Express slot.
2 Insert the display controller into the slot, align the connector pins,
and press the board down until it is firmly seated. Secure the
mounting bracket.
Note
• Dome DX2. The top port of the board is the primary (DVI #1) port.
• AX5 board. The bottom port of the board is the primary (DVI #1)
port. Both DVI ports provide dual-link support. Dual-link
functionality is available on Dome E3 and Dome E3c displays.
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