Eizo G21-S Owner's manual

Brand: Eizo

Model: G21-S

Category: TVs & monitors

Type: Owner's manual

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User’s Manual

Monochrome LCD Monitor

It shall be assured that the final system is in compliance

to IEC60601-1-1 requirements.

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SAFETY SYMBOLS

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

carefully.

WARNING

Failure to abide by the information in a WARNING may result in serious in

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.

Indicates a prohibited action.

Indicates to ground for safety.

x Power supplied equipment can emit electromagnetic waves, that could influence, limit or

result in malfunction of the monitor. Install the equipment in a controlled environment,

where such effects are avoided.

x This is a monitor intended for use in a medical setting.

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

NANAO CORPORATION.

EIZO NANAO CORPORATION is under no obligation to hold any submitted material or

information confidential unless prior arrangements are made pursuant to EIZO NANAO

CORPORATION’s receipt of written information. 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.

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 a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation.

PowerManager and RadiCS are trademarks of EIZO NANAO CORPORATION.

RadiForce, ScreenManager and EIZO are registered trademarks of EIZO NANAO

CORPORATION in Japan and other countries.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

PRECAUTIONS ...................................................................................4

1. INTRODUCTION .....................................................................................9

1-1. Features ........................................................................................................9

1-2. Package Contents..........................................................................................9

1-3. Controls & Connectors ..............................................................................10

2. CABLE CONNECTION ......................................................................... 12

2-1. Before connecting .......................................................................................12

2-2. Using the monitor in portrait......................................................................13

2-3. Connecting the signal cable ........................................................................14

2-4. Connecting two PCs to the monitor............................................................17

3. ScreenManager....................................................................................19

3-1. How to use the ScreenManager ..................................................................19

3-2. ScreenManager Adjustments and Settings...................................................20

3-3. Useful Functions .........................................................................................21

4. ADJUSTMENT ......................................................................................23

4-1. Screen Adjustment ......................................................................................23

4-2. Displaying low resolutions..........................................................................27

4-3. Power-save Setup ........................................................................................29

5. MAKING USE OF USB (Universal Serial Bus) ...................................30

6. ATTACHING AN ARM STAND ..............................................................32

7. TROUBLESHOOTING........................................................................... 34

8. CLEANING............................................................................................38

9. SPECIFICATIONS.................................................................................39

10. GLOSSARY.........................................................................................43

TABLE OF CONTENTS 3

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PRECAUTIONS

IMPORTANT!

x This product has been adjusted specifically for use in the region to which it was

originally shipped. If operated outside the region to which it was originally shipped,

the product may not perform as stated in the specifications.

x To ensure personal safety and proper maintenance, please read this section and the

caution statements on the unit (refer to the figure below).

[Location of the Caution Statements]

[Symbols on the unit]

Symbol Location This symbol indicates

Top Main power switch

Press to turn the monitor’s main power off.

Top Main power switch

Press to turn the monitor’s main power on.

Front

Control panel

Power button

Press to turn the monitor’s power on or off.

Rear

Name Plate

Alternating current

Rear

Name Plate

Alerting electrical hazard

Rear

Name Plate

Caution

Refer to SAFETY SYMBOLS section in this

manual.

4 PRECAUTIONS

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WARNING

If the unit 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 unit may result in fire, electric shock, or

equipment damage.

Do not open the cabinet or modify the unit.

Opening the cabinet or modifying the unit may result in fire, electric shock, or

burn.

Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.

Do not attempt to service this product yourself as opening or removing covers

may result in fire, electric shock, or equipment damage.

Keep small objects or liquids away from the unit.

Small objects accidentally falling through the ventilation slots into the cabinet

or 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 unit immediately.

Have the unit checked by a qualified service engineer before using it again.

Place the unit at the strong and stable place.

A unit placed on an inadequate surface may fall and result in injury or

equipment damage.

If the unit falls, disconnect the power immediately and ask your dealer for

advice.

Do not continue using a damaged unit. Using a damaged unit may result in

fire or electric shock.

Set the unit in an appropriate location.

Not doing so may result in fire, electric shock, or equipment damage.

*Do not place outdoors.

*Do not

lace in the trans

ortation s

stem (shi

, aircraft, trains, automobiles,

etc.)

*Do not place in a dusty or humid environment.

*Do not place in a location where the steam comes directly on the screen.

*Do not place near heat generating devices or a humidifier.

*Do not place in an inflammable gas environment.

To avoid danger of suffocation, keep the plastic packing bags away

from babies and children.

PRECAUTIONS 5

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WARNING

Use the enclosed power cord and connect to the standard power outlet

of your country.

Be sure to remain within the rated voltage of the power cord.

Not doing so may result in fire or electric shock.

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

Tugging on the cord may damage and result in fire or electric shock.

The equipment must be connected to a grounded main outlet.

Not doing so may result in fire or electric shock.

Use the correct voltage.

The unit is designed for use with a specific voltage only. Connection to

another voltage than specified in this User’s Manual may cause fire, electric

shock, or equipment damage.

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

shock.

Handle the power cord with care.

Do not place the cord underneath the unit or other heavy objects.

Do not pull on or tie the cord.

If the power cord becomes damaged, stop using it. Use of a damaged cord

may result in fire or electric shock.

Never touch the plug and power cord if it begins to thunder.

Touching them may result in electric shock.

When attaching an arm stand, please refer to the user’s manual of the

arm stand and install the unit securely with the enclosed screws.

Not doing so may cause the unit to become unattached, which may result in

or e

ment dama

e. When the unit is dro

ed,

lease ask

our dealer

for advice. Do not continue usin

a dama

ed unit. Usin

a dama

ed unit ma

result in fire or electric shock. When reattaching the tilt stand, please use the

same screws and tighten them securely.

PRECAUTIONS

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WARNING

Do not touch a damaged LCD panel directly with bare hands.

The liquid crystal that may leak from the panel is poisonous if it enters the

eyes or mouth.

If any part of the skin or body comes in direct contact with the panel, please

wash thoroughly. If some physical symptoms result, please consult your

doctor.

Follow local regulation or laws for safe disposal.

The backlight of the LCD panel contains mercury.

CAUTION

Handle with care when carrying the unit.

Disconnect the power cord and signal cables and remove the optional unit.

Moving the unit with the cord or the option attached is dangerous. It may

result in injury.

When handling the unit, grip the bottom of the unit firmly with both

hands ensuring the panel faces outward before lifting.

Dropping the unit may result in injury or equipment damage.

Do not block the ventilation slots on the cabinet.

*Do not place any objects on the ventilation slots.

*Do not install the unit in a closed space.

*Do not use the unit laid down or upside down.

Blocking the ventilation slots prevents proper airflow and may result in fire,

electric shock, or equipment damage.

Do not touch the plug with wet hands.

Doing so may result in electric shock.

Use an easily accessible power outlet.

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

problem.

Periodically clean the area around the plug.

Dust, water, or oil on the plug may result in fire.

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CAUTION

Unplug the unit before cleaning it.

Cleaning the unit while it is plugged into a power outlet may result in electric

shock.

If you plan to leave the unit unused for an extended period, disconnect

the power cord from the wall socket after turning off the power switch

for the safety and the power conservation.

LCD Panel

In order to suppress the luminosity change by long-term use and to maintain

the stable luminosity, please use the monitor with the brightness below 400

cd/m2 (equal to default setting of BRIGHTNESS approximately 60 %).

The screen may have defective pixels. These pixels may appear as slightly light

or dark area on the screen. This is due to the characteristics of the panel itself,

and not the product.

The backli

ht of the LCD

anel has a fixed life s

an. When the screen becomes

dark or begins to flicker, please contact your dealer.

Do not press on the panel or edge of the frame strongly, as this may result in

damage to the screen. There will be prints left on the screen if the pressed

image is dark or black. If pressure is repeatedly applied to the screen, it may

deteriorate or damage your LCD panel. Leave the screen white to decrease the

prints.

Do not scratch or press on the panel with an

shar

ects, such as a

encil or

pen as this may result in damage to the panel. Do not attempt to brush with

tissues as this may scratch the panel.

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

timer to avoid displaying the same image for extended periods of time.

When the monitor is cold and brought into a room or the room temperature

goes up quickly, dew condensation may occur inside and outside the monitor.

In that case, do not turn the monitor on and wait until dew condensation

disappears, otherwise it may cause some damages to it.

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1. INTRODUCTION

Thank you very much for choosing an EIZO Monochrome Monitor.

1-1. Features

x Dual inputs compliant (DVI-I/BNC)

x DVI (p.43) Digital input (TMDS (p.44)) compliant

x Resolution: 2M pixels (1600 dots × 1200 lines)

Horizontal scanning frequency: 31.5 - 130 kHz (Digital input: 31.5 - 75 kHz)

Vertical scanning frequency: 50 - 85 Hz (Digital input: 60 Hz (VGA text: 70 Hz))

x RGB Color video signal compatibility

x Auto Adjustment compliant

x USB (Universal Serial Bus) hub supported (p.30)

x The height adjustable stand incorporated

x Ultra slim bezel incorporated

x The Portrait display (1200 dots × 1600 lines) capability

1-2. Package Contents

Please contact your local dealer for assistance if any of the listed items are missing or

damaged.

x LCD Monitor

x Power Cord

x Signal Cable (FD-C16)

x Signal Cable (FD-C39)

x EIZO USB Cable (MD-C93)

x User’s Manual

x LIMITED WARRANTY

NOTE

x Please retain the packing materials for future transference.

1. INTRODUCTION 9

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1-3. Controls & Connectors

Front

ENTERAUTO

SIGNAL

1 - 2

(4)

(2)

(5) (6)(3) (7) (8)

(1)

Control Panel

(1) ScreenManager®

(2) Main Power Switch

(3) SIGNAL1-2 Input Signal Selection Button

(4) AUTO Auto Adjustment Button

(5) ENTER Enter Button

(6) Control Buttons (Left, Down, Up, Right *1)

(7)   Power Button

(8)  Power Indicator *2

Green Operation

Orange Power saving

Flashing orange (2 times for each) Power save mode Digital only

Flashing orange slowly Power is off (Main power is on)

Off Power off

*1 These buttons are changed to Down, Right, Left, Up in case of selecting “Portrait”

for <Orientation> of ScreenManager <Others> (p.13).

*2 Green lighting when the screen is displayed (Operation mode) is made to non-light,

see p.20.

Regarding the power indicator for the off timer, see p.21.

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Rear

(9)

(11)

(10)

(12)(13)(14) (15)(16) (18)(17)

Bottom

(9) Height Adjustable Stand (Detachable) * 3

(10) Security Lock Slot *4

(11) USB Port (1 Upstream)

(12) USB Port (2 Downstream)

(13) V.SYNC / H.SYNC / VIDEO

BNC Input Connector (SIGNAL 1)

(14) DVI-I Input Connector (SIGNAL 2)

(15) OUT Serial Port (D-Sub 9 pin)(for factory use)

(16) IN Serial Port (Mini DIN 6 pin) (for factory use)

(17) SENSOR Serial Port (Mini DIN 8 pin) (for factory use)

(18) Power Connector

*3 The LCD monitor has the capability of the Portrait/Landscape display. (The panel

pivots in the counter-clockwise direction 90q.) The LCD monitor can be used with

an optional arm stand by removing the stand (p.32).

*4 Allows for connection of a security cable. This lock supports Kensington’s

MicroSaver security system. For further information, please consult’

Kensington Technology Group

2855 Campus Drive, San Mateo, CA 94403 USA

Tel.: 800-650-4242, x3348, Intl: 650-572-2700, x3348, Fax: 650-572-9675

http://www.kensington.com

1. INTRODUCTION 11

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2. CABLE CONNECTION

2-1. Before connecting

Before connecting your monitor to the PC, change the display screen settings (resolution

p.44) and frequency) in accordance with the charts below.

NOTE

x When your computer and display support VESA DDC, the suitable resolution and

the refresh rate are set by just plugging your display into the computer without any

manual settings. (Apply for DVI-I connector only)

Analog Input

Resolution Frequency Dot Clock Remarks

640 × 480 ~ 85 Hz VGA, VESA, Apple Macintosh

720 × 400 70 Hz VGA TEXT

800 × 600 ~ 85 Hz VESA

832 × 624 75 Hz Apple Macintosh

1024 × 768 ~ 85 Hz VESA

1152 × 864 75 Hz VESA

1152 × 870 75 Hz Apple Macintosh

1152 × 900 ~ 76 Hz SUN WS

1280 × 960 60 Hz VESA

1280 × 960 75 Hz Apple Macintosh

1280 × 1024 67 Hz SUN WS

1280 × 1024 ~ 85 Hz VESA

1600 × 1200 ~ 85 Hz VESA

1200 × 1600 ~ 85 Hz

~ 240 MHz

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Digital Input

Only the following resolutions with frequency can be displayed on this model.

Resolution Frequency Dot Clock Remarks

640 × 480 60 Hz VGA

720 × 400 70 Hz VGA TEXT

800 × 600 60 Hz VESA

1024 × 768 60 Hz VESA

1280 × 1024 60 Hz VESA

1600 × 1200 60 Hz VESA

1200 × 1600 60 Hz

~ 162 MHz

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2-2. Using the monitor in portrait

To display the image with right orientation, set the following procedure when using the

monitor in portrait orientation.

Procedure

1. Pivot the panel in the counter-clockwise to fix in portrait position.

2. Turn on the monitor and display an image.

3. Select the “Portrait” by using <Orientation> of <Others> menu in the

ScreenManager.

(See p.19 for how to use the ScreenManager.)

NOTE

x 1200 × 1600 resolution automatically displays the image with right position.

Use the <Orientation> menu to rotate the ScreenManager menu.

[Example]

Resolution

Monitor

Orientation

1200 × 1600

Horizontal resolution is

1200 or less *1

(Ex: 1024 × 768)

Horizontal resolution is

higher than 1200 *2

(Ex: 1280 × 1024)

Landscape

Portrait

*1 Portrait display is not available for digital signal.

*2 Portrait display is not available.

NOTE

x Only “Normal” size is available to display a low resolution image with portrait

orientation (p.27).

2. CABLE CONNECTION 13

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14 2. CABLE CONNECTION

2-3. Connecting the signal cable

NOTE

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

1. Plug the signal cable into the connector at the rear of the monitor

and the other end of the cable into the video connector on the PC.

After connecting, secure the connection with the screw-in fasteners.

V.SYNC

H.SYNC

VIDEO

Analog Input

Signal Cable Connector PC

Signal Cable (FD-C16 enclosed)Video Output Connector /

D-Sub mini 15 pin

Analog graphics board

The monitor is not compatible with a monochrome signal (single).

[BNC cable]

Signal Cable Connector PC

Signal Cable 

* BNC Cable

Video Output Connector /

D-Sub mini 15 pin

or BNC × 3

Monochrome analog

graphics board

The monitor is not compatible with a color graphics board.

Digital Input

Signal Cable Connector PC

Signal Cable

(FD-C39 enclosed)

Video Output Connector /

DVI

Monochrome digital

graphics board

Only TMDS DATA1 (Green) of video signal data is displayed.

The monitor is not compatible with a color graphics board.

Power Cord

FD-C16 or FD-C39

BNC Cable

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2. Plug the power cord into the power connector on the rear of the

monitor.

3. Lead the power cord and signal cable into the cable holder at rear of

the monitor.

NOTE

x When housing the cables into the cable holder, lead them to the cable entrance

side and pinch the projection to open the cable entrance.

x The cables are recommended to lead with slight sag for the smooth motion of

the stand.

4. Plug the other end of the power cord into a power outlet.

WARNING

Use the enclosed power cord and connect to the standard

power outlet of your country.

Be sure to remain within the rated voltage of the power cord.

Not doing so may result in fire or electric shock.

The equipment must be connected to a grounded main

outlet.

Not doing so may result in fire or electric shock.

Cable Holder

Cable Entrance

Projection

2. CABLE CONNECTION

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5. Turn on the monitor’s power button and then switch on the PC’s

power.

The monitor’s power indicator will light up (green).

If an image does not appear, refer to the “TROUBLE SHOOTING” (p.34) for

advice.

Whenever finished, turn off the PC and the monitor.

NOTE

x When turning on the monitor, the kind of the input signal (Signal1 or 2/Analog or

Digital) is displayed for a few seconds on the right top corner of the screen.

x Adjust brightness of the screen depending on the brightness of your environment.

x Be sure to take adequate rests. A 10-minute rest period each hour is suggested.

6. When using the optional calibration kit (p.40), connect the upstream

port of the monitor to the downstream port of the USB compliant

PC with the USB cable.

For further details about the calibration, refer to user’s manual in the calibration

kit.

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2-4. Connecting two PCs to the monitor

Two PCs can be connected to the monitor through the Signal 1 and the Signal 2 on the

back of the monitor.

Connecting Examples

PC 1 PC 2

(Ex. 1) Analog D-Sub

mini 15 pin

or BNC × 3

Signal Cable

* BNC Cable

Signal Cable

(FD-C39 enclosed)

DVI Digital

(Ex. 2) Analog D-Sub

mini 15 pin

or BNC × 3

Signal Cable

* BNC Cable

Signal Cable

(FD-C16 enclosed)

D-Sub

mini

15 pin

Analog

Signal 1 Signal 2

2. CABLE CONNECTION 17

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Selecting the active input

The Input signal selection button on the front panel can be used to select either Signal 1

or Signal 2 as the active input at any time. Every time the button is pressed, the input

changes. When switching the signal, the kind of the input signal (Signal1 or 2/Analog or

Digital) is displayed for a few seconds on the right top corner of the screen.

ENTER

AUTO

SIGNAL

1 - 2

Automatically selecting the input signal function

The monitor will automatically detect the inputted signal of either the connection for

display. When the one computer is switched off or entering the power saving mode, the

monitor will automatically display the other signal.

Use the ScreenManager to switch the input selection to manual.

(See p.19 for how to use the ScreenManager.)

[Procedure]

(1) Select <Input Signal> in the <Others> menu.

(2) Select “Manual”.

Input signal selection button

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3. ScreenManager

3-1. How to use the ScreenManager

ENTERAUTO

SIGNAL

1 - 2

1. Entering the ScreenManager

Push the Enter button once to display the main menu of the ScreenManager.

2. Making Adjustments and Settings

(1) Select the desired sub menu icon using the Control buttons and push the Enter

button. The sub menu appears.

(2) Use the Control buttons to select the desired setting icon and push the Enter

button. The setting menu appears.

(3) Use the Control buttons to make all required adjustments and push the Enter

button to save the settings.

3. Exiting the ScreenManager

(1) To return to the main menu, select the <Return> icon or push the down button

twice, followed by the Enter button.

(2) To exit the ScreenManageru, select the <Exit> icon or push the down button

twice, followed by the Enter button.

NOTE

x Double clicking the Enter Button also exits the ScreenManager menu.

Auto Adjustment

button Enter button

Control buttons

Left, Down, Up, Right

Main Menu

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3-2. ScreenManager Adjustments and Settings

The following table shows all the ScreenManager’s adjustment and setting menus.

“*” indicates adjustments of analog input only and “**” indicates digital input only.

Main menu Sub menu Reference

Clock *

Phase *

Position

Resolution

Range Adjustment *

Brightness

Smoothing

4-1. Screen Adjustment (p.23)

Signal Filter *Decrease the slightly shadowed images or

characters. (p.35)

Screen

Unlock Unlock the lock. (p.22)

LUT Setting Default/Normal *1/Custom *2 Set the LUT (Look-up table) (p.43) setting.

VESA DPMS *

PowerManager

DVI DMPM **

4-3. Power-save Setup (p.29)

Screen Size

Border Intensity

4-2. Displaying low resolutions (p.27)

Input Signal Set the input signal selection of automatic

or manual. (p.18)

Off Timer Set the monitor’s off timer to on or off.

(p.21)

Menu Size Change the size of the menu.

Menu Position Adjust the menu position

Menu Off Timer Set the menu displaying time.

Settings

Translucent Set the transparency of the background.

Orientation Change the orientation of the

ScreenManager for monitor’s portrait

position. (p.13)

ID Set from 1 to 4 for the monitor ID number.

Power Indicator Make non-light for green lighting when the

screen is displayed.

Others

Reset Return to the factory default settings.

(p.40)

Information Information Review the ScreenManager’s settings,

model name, serial number and usage

time *3.

Language English/Japanese Select the ScreenManager’s language.

*1 Set to the “Normal” in case of using the monitor with the characteristic of panel

original.

*2 “Custom” automatically stores the customized data after the calibration is performed.

*3 Due to the inspection on the factory, the usage time may not be “0 hour” at shipping.

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