Eizo Flexscan P1700 Users Manual

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1. INTRODUCTION11
Rear
(8) Power Connector
(9) D-Sub mini 15 pin Input Connector
(10) 4 Holes for Mounting an Arm-Stand*
4
(11) Security Lock Slot*5
(12) Stand
*4 The LCD monitor can be used with an optional arm stand by removing the stand, see 
page 22.
*5 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
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122. CABLE CONNECTION
2. CABLE CONNECTION
2-1. Before Connecting
Before connecting your monitor to the PC, change the display screen settings 
(resolution (p. 30) and frequency) in accordance with the charts below.
NOTE
zWhen 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.
ResolutionFrequencyDot ClockRemarks
640×480 ~ 75 Hz
135 MHz (Max.)VGA, VESA
640×480 67 Hz Apple Macintosh
720×400 70 Hz VEGA TEXT
800×600 ~ 75 Hz VESA
832×624 75 Hz Apple Macintosh
1024×768 ~ 75 Hz VESA
1152×864 75 Hz VESA
1152×870 75 Hz Apple Macintosh
1280×960 60 Hz VESA
1280×960 75 Hz Apple Macintosh 
1280×1024 ~ 75 Hz VESA
 
						

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2. CABLE CONNECTION13
2-2. Connecting the Signal Cable
NOTE
zBe 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.
Signal CableConnector of the PCPC
Signal Cable (enclosed) Video Output Connector / 
D-Sub mini 15 pinzStandard graphics card
zPower Macintosh G3 
(Blue & White) / Power 
Mac G4 (VGA)
Signal Cable (enclosed) + 
Macintosh Adapter (Optional)Video Output Connector / 
D-Sub mini 15 pinzMacintosh
Power C ord
 
						

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142. CABLE CONNECTION
2.Plug the power cord into the power connector on the rear of the 
monitor. Then, plug the other end of the 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. 
3.Turn on the monitor’s main power 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 “6. TROUBLESHOOTING” (p. 24) 
for advice. Whenever finished, turn off the PC and the monitor.
NOTE
zWhen turning on the monitor and the computer for the first time, the Auto 
Screen Adjustment function will operate.  (p. 18)
zAdjust brightness of the screen depending on the brightness of your 
environment. Too dark or too bright of a screen can cause eyestrain.  
(p. 19)
zBe sure to take adequate rests. A 10-minute rest period each hour is 
suggested.
 
						

							
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3. SCREENMANAGER15
3. SCREENMANAGER
3-1. How to use the ScreenManager
1.Entering the ScreenManager
Press 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 press the 
Enter button. The sub menu appears.
(2) Use the Control buttons to select  the desired setting icon and  press the 
Enter button. The setting menu appears.
(3) Use the Control buttons to make a ll required adjustments and  press the 
Enter button to save the settings.
3.Exiting the ScreenManager
(1) To return to the main menu, select the  icon and press the Enter 
button.
(2) To exit the ScreenManager, select   icon or and press the Enter 
button.
NOTE
z Double clicking the Enter button at any time also exits the ScreenManager 
menu.
Enter Button Power Button
Left Control Button
(To select the desired
sub menu to the left / 
downward and adjust) Right Control Button
(To select the desired sub
menu to the right / upward 
and adjust)
Control Panel
Main Menu
 
						

							
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163. SCREENMANAGER
3-2. ScreenManager Adjustments and Settings
The following table shows all the ScreenManager’s adjustment and setting menus.
*1 Due to the inspection on the factory, the  usage time may not “0 hour” at shipping.
Main menuSub menuReference
Auto 
Adjustment 
Screen Screen 4-1. Auto Screen Adjustment (p. 19)
Range
Screen Clock Adjust the Clock  (p. 31). Phase Adjust the Phase  (p. 30).
Hor. Position Adjust the Horizontal Position. 
Ver. Position Adjust the Vertical Position.
Color Color Mode 4-4. Color Adjustment (p. 21)
•Custom
Temperature
Gain
•sRGB
Others Off Timer Set the power save.  (p. 17)
Menu Position Adjust the menu position
BrightRegulator Adjust the brightness of the screen  automatically depending on the surrounding 
brightness.  (p. 20)
Reset Return to the factory default settings (p. 28).
Information Information Model name, serial number and usage  time*
1
Language English, German, French, 
Spanish, Italian, Swedish 
and Japanese Select the ScreenManager’s language.
 
						

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3. SCREENMANAGER17
3-3. Useful Functions
Adjustment Lock
Use the “Adjustment Lock” function to prevent any accidental changes.
[To lock]
(1) Switch off the monitor’s Power by the power button.
(2) Press on the Enter button while switching on the monitor’s power.
[To unlock] 
(1) Switch off the monitor’s Power by the power button.
(2) Hold down the Enter button once again and turn the power back on.
Off Timer
The off timer function causes the monitor to automatically enter a power off state 
after a predetermined amount of time has lapsed. This function was created to reduce 
afterimage characteristics that are particular to LCD monitors when the monitor 
screen is left on for a long period without use.
[Procedure]
(1) Select  in the ScreenManager  menu.
(2) Press the right and left buttons to adjust the “On Period” (1 to 23 hours).
[Off Timer System]
*1 To delay entering the “Power Off” mode, press the Power button during the advance notice 
period. The monitor will continue to operate for an additional 90 minutes.
[Power Resumption Procedure]
Press the Power button to return to a normal screen.
NOTE
zThe off timer function works while the power-save setup  is active, but there is no 
advance notice before the monitor’s power is switched off.
Locked functionzSettings in the ScreenManager
Unlocked functionzBrightRegulator function
zAdjusting the brightness by the left/right control button
zTurning the power on and off by the Power button
PCMonitorPower Indicator
On Period (1H - 23H) Operation Green
Last 15 min. in “On period” Advance Notice*
1Green Flashing
“On period” expired Power Off Off
 
						

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184. ADJUSTMENT
4. ADJUSTMENT
4-1. Auto Screen Adjustment
Screen flickering is suppressed and the proper position is adjusted automatically in the 
following cases.
zWhen the monitor is input the input signal from the computer that has never been 
connected the monitor.
zChanging the monitor’s resolution or refresh rate
When the screen is flicking or the position is not proper.
[Procedure]
(1) Select   in the ScreenManager .
(2) Select  in the sub menu and press the Enter button. The message “Auto 
in progress” is displayed and screen flickering is suppressed and the proper 
position is adjusted.
NOTE
zThe screen vibrates slightly about 5 seconds during the Auto screen adjustment, 
but it will return to normal after adjustment.
zThe Auto sizing function is intended for use on the Macintosh and on AT-
compatible PC running Windows.  It may not work properly in either of the 
following cases.
When running an AT-compatible PC on MS-DOS (Not windows).  The 
background color for the “wall paper” or “desktop” pattern is set to black.
zIf the appropriate screen cannot be made by using the Auto Screen Adjustment, 
adjust the screen through the Screen adjustment program. It can be downloaded 
from the EIZO homepage (http://www.eizo.com/).
4-2. Range Adjustment (p. 30)
Please be sure to follow the following procedure to display the whole color gradation 
(256 colors). 
[Procedure]
(1) Select  in the ScreenManager.
(2) Select  in the sub menu and press the Enter button.
(3) The screen blanks for a moment and adjusts the color range to display the 
whole color gradation of the current output signal.
Adjust the screen by refering from “4-1. Auto Screen Adjustment” to “4-
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4-3. Brightness Adjustment
BrightRegulator Function
BrightRegulator function adjusts the brightness of the screen automatically depending 
on the surrounding brightness. The brightness of backlight is adjusted as the sensor 
on the lower side of the monitor detects the surrounding brightness (Default: this 
function is set “Enable”.)
[To deactivate this function]
(1) Select  in the ScreenManager  menu.
(2) Select “Disable”.
NOTE
zDo not block the sensor  (p. 10) when using this function. 
Adjusting the present brightness manually
[Procedure]
(1) Press the Right or Left control button without displaying the ScreenManger to 
display the adjusting menu.
(2) Adjust the brightness by left and right control buttons and press the Enter 
button.
NOTE
zWhen  is set “Enable”, brightness of the screen automatically 
adjusted depending on the surrounding brightness based on the manual 
brightness adjustment.
 
						

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204. ADJUSTMENT
4-4. Color Adjustment
The  menu in the ScreenManager enables to change the color of the screen.  
By using the , the adjustment mode can be selected from  (to adjust the color settings according to your preference) and   (p. 31) 
mode.
NOTE
zAllow the LCD monitor to stabilize for at least 20 minutes before making image 
adjustments. (Allow the monitor to warm up for at least 20 minutes before making 
adjustments.)
Adjustment Contents“ √ ”: Settable/Adjustable   “ – ”: Fixed at the factory
Perform the  “Range Adjustment”  (p. 18) before making the color 
adjustments.
MenuColor ModeFunction DescriptionsAdjustable range
CustomsRGB
Temperature 
(p. 30)
√–To set the color temperature Off / 6500K / 9300K 
Default setting is off 
(normal white)
NOTE
zThe values shown in the Kelvin are available only 
as a reference tool.
zAdjusting the  turns the  
adjustment Off.
Gain (p. 30)
√–To change each color (red, 
green and blue) 0 ~ 100%
By adjusting the red,
green and blue color
tones for each mode,
custom colors can be
defined.  Display a
white or gray 
background image and
adjust the .
NOTE
zThe values shown in the percentage are available 
only as a reference tool.
zSetting the   (p. 30) invalidates the 
 adjustment.