Planar Dome E4c User manual

Dome E4c Display

MX4 Display Controller

Quick Reference

Windows XP

Windows 2000

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Display Features

•AMLCD color panel designed for

widescreen diagnostic imaging.

•High resolution and high contrast

ratio combined for viewing color

and grayscale images simultane-

ously.

•Bezel-free framing of 4 megapixels

of data presented in a landscape

resolution of 2560 x 1600 pixels.

•Gamma correction achieved on

true color display from a palette of

1786 near-gray values.

•Integrated RightLight technology

applied to monitor and stabilize

backlight luminance.

System Requirements

•PCI slot (64-bit recommended)

•50 MB hard disk space

•256 MB RAM

•CD-ROM drive

•Power supply, 350 watts or greater

•Windows XP Service Pack 1 or

Windows 2000 Service Pack 4

•.NET Framework 1.1

Read all instructions before setting up the Dome E4c display. Improper use of

the display can result in electric shock, re, or damage to display components.

Go to www.planar.com/support for more product documentation.

Warning

Avertissement

Avvertenza

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Warnung

Wear an antistatic heel or wrist strap

when installing the video card to avoid

damage to computer components.

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Check the contents of your Dome E4c display package for all the items shown

here. Save the original packaging materials for storage and shipping.

IMPORTANT: Read “Handling the Display” on page 10 before you set up

the display.

Unpacking the Display

Software CDsPower cord

Graphics card Power adapter

Option available: VESA wall mounting kit.

Quick reference

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Display Components

The LED on the display front

indicates display status. Green, the

display is connected and running

properly. Amber, the video signal is

not being received.

The integrated video cable and

input power port are located on

the back. NOTE: When you con-

nect the dual-link DVI cable to the

graphics card, you must attach the

cable connector to the bottom port

of the card. In operation, when the

cable is disconnected, the display

backlight turns o and the unit

enters power-saving mode.

No other user-accessible controls

are available. You must use the

Dome CXtra software to control

display brightness and power-

saving functions.

After installation, the display turns

on automatically when you turn

on your computer system.

LED

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(bottom view without stand)

Integrated

DVI cable

Power

port

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Installing the Display Controller

To install the controller

1 Turn o your computer and all peripherals.

Disconnect all cables from your computer.

Leave the power cord plugged into the

grounded outlet.

2 Remove the computer cover.

3 Remove any existing graphics card and video

signal cable, if necessary.

4 Remove the blank bracket from the available

PCI slot.

5 Insert the controller into the slot, align the

connector pins, and press the board down

until it is rmly seated.

6 Secure the mounting bracket.

7 Reattach the computer cover and the

peripherals.

Remove any existing graphics card and its driver from your computer system

before you install the MX4 board and driver. Also disable any onboard graphics

capability on the motherboard. See safety precautions on page 2.

Open PCI slot

Blank bracket

MX4 board installed

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Connecting the Display

To connect the display

1 Plug the DVI cable into the bottom

video port of the installed controller.

(Only the bottom port allows you to

enable dual-link functionality.

Use the bottom port to support the

display with the full, non-scaled

2560 x 1600 resolution.)

2 Plug the power cord into the input

power port on the connector plate.

3 Plug the power cord from the power

adapter into a grounded outlet.

NOTE: The display turns on automatically

when you turn on your computer system.

Use only the power cord supplied with your display.

Connect the

DVI cable to the

bottom port for

dual-link functionality.

DVI

port 1

MX4 board

installed

DVI cable

Connection for

a single display

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Before you install the driver, remove any previously installed display driver

for the display controller from your system.

To install the display driver

1 Start your computer system. Click Cancel on the Found New Hardware Wizard.

Click No at the restart prompt.

2 Insert the driver installation CD and click Next.

3 Auto-detection reports the driver version and graphics board(s). Click Next.

4 Click the check box to enable independent mode for each graphics card.

Click Next.

5 Click Next to continue. File copy begins.

6 Click Continue Anyway on the dialog reporting no digital signature.

Repeat for a second graphics card.

7 Click Next upon completion of the driver installation.

8 Select the Restart computer option and click Finish.

To congure the display

1 Right-click the desktop and select Properties > Settings.

2 Use the native resolution of the display, 2560x1600.

3 For use of the second display, select Extend my Windows desktop onto

this monitor.

4 Click OK until you return to the desktop.

Installing the Display Driver

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Use the PowerDesk dialog to make changes to the video settings.

To rotate the display

1 Click the PowerDesk icon (on taskbar), and select Monitor Adjustments on the

PowerDesk menu.

2 Select Adjust Orientation, then the degree of rotation. Click OK.

To set up multi-display mode

1 Click the PowerDesk icon, and select Multi-Display Setup.

2 Select the device and multi-display setup you want to use. Click OK.

To change video setting per display

1 Click the PowerDesk icon.

2 On the PowerDesk menu, select the graphics card representing the display you

want to change video settings on, then select Grayscale Setup category.

NOTE: Grayscale mode is the installation default.

3 Select one of the options: Use Color (RGB mode) or 256 (Grayscale mode).

When using the grayscale mode, be sure to select the xed linear gray palette.

4 Click OK, then restart the system.

NOTE: You must restart the system each time you change the video settings of a

display. For dual congurations, change the settings of the rst display and restart

the system, then change the settings of the second display and restart.

To set the brightness

You must have the Dome CXtra software installed to change the display

brightness. Adjust the value of the white level on the Backlight tab of the

RightLight Panel Conguration.

Adjusting the Display Properties

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Handling the Display

•Set up your display on a stable,

level surface away from any direct

light or heat source, but near a

grounded AC outlet.

•Choose a well-ventilated location

with an adequate amount of space.

Do not block the vents on the back

of the display.

•Never lift the display by the desk

stand. Use both hands to lift or

move the display. Avoid touching

the screen.

•Never apply pressure to the screen

or touch the screen with bare ngers

or with any objects.

•Allow the display unit to reach room

temperature before you power it on.

Ambient room temperature ranges

from 20°C to 25°C (68°F to 77°F).

•Avoid sudden temperature changes

in the environment, as this may

cause condensation in the display.

•Never remove the back cover or

disassemble the display. There are

no user-serviceable parts inside.

•When troubleshooting, check that

all cables are properly connected

and that your computer is turned on

or not in power-saving mode.

•Follow your local governing

ordinance for proper disposal or

recycling of electronic components.

Hand injury may result from misuse of the desk stand when

lowering the display height. Avoid holding the bottom area

of the display. Never place your hands between the display

and the desk stand.

To lower the display height, grasp both sides of the display

and push down.

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