Eizo Flexscan Sx2262w Users Manual

							Important
Please read PRECAUTIONS, this User’s Manual and Setup Guide  
(separate volume) carefully to familiarize yourself with safe and effective usage.•
 
P
 lease read the Setup Guide (separate volume)
•
 
T
 he latest User’s Manual is available for download from our site: 
http://www.eizo.com
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[Location of the C\
aution Statements]\
Ex. SX2462W
This product has acquired TCO standard that relates to safety, ergonomics, environment and so forth of 
office equipment. For overview of the TCO, refer to our website.
http://www.eizo.com
Product specification may vary with sales areas.
Confirm the specification in the manual written in language of the region of purchase.
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No part of this 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 
said 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 Inc.
VGA is a registered trademark of International Business Machines Corporation.
Windows and Windows Vista are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation.
The round gothic bold bit map font used for this product is designed by Ricoh.
VESA is a registered trademark or a trademark of the Video Electronics Standards Association in the United States and other 
countries.
PowerManager and UniColor Pro are trademarks of EIZO NANAO CORPOR ATION.
EIZO, EIZO Logo, FlexScan, i•Sound and ScreenManager are registered trademarks of EIZO NANAO CORPOR ATION in Japan and 
other countries.
  
						

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Notice for this monitor
Aside from creating documents, viewing multimedia content, and other general purposes, this product is also suited to 
applications such as graphics creation and digital photo processing, where accurate color reproduction is a priority. 
This product has been adjusted specifically for use in the region to which it was originally shipped. If the product is 
used outside the region, it may not operate as specified in the specifications.
This product may not be covered by warranty for uses other than those described in this manual.
The specifications noted in this manual are only applicable for power cords and signal cables specified by us.
Use optional products manufactured or specified by us with this product.As it takes about 30 minutes for the performance of electrical parts to stabilize, adjust the monitor 30 minutes or more 
after the monitor power has been turned on.
In order to suppress the luminosity change by long-term use and to maintain the stable luminosity, use of a monitor in 
lower brightness is recommended.
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 power save function to avoid displaying the same image for extended periods of time.
Periodic cleaning is recommended to keep the monitor looking new and to prolong its operation lifetime. (Refer to 
“ Cleaning ” on the next page.)
The LCD panel is manufactured using high-precision technology. However, missing pixels or lit pixels may appear on 
the LCD panel, this is not malfunction.Percentage of effective pixels : 99.9994% or higher.
The backlight of the LCD panel has a fixed life span. 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 the display malfunction, such as the 
interference patterns, etc. If pressure is continually applied to the LCD panel, it may deteriorate or damage your LCD 
panel. (If the pressure marks remain on the LCD panel, leave the monitor with a white or black screen. The symptom 
may disappear.)
Do not scratch or press on the panel with any sharp objects, such as a pencil or pen as this may result in damage to the 
panel. Do not attempt to brush with tissues as this may scratch the LCD panel.
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 the monitor.
  
						

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Cleaning
Attention
• Never use any solvents or chemicals, such as thinner, benzene, wax, alcohol, and abrasive cleaner, which may damage the cabinet or LCD panel.
NOTE
• Optional ScreenCleaner is recommended for cleaning the panel surface.
● LCD Panel
• Clean the LCD panel with a soft cloth such as cotton cloth or lens cleaning paper.
•
 
R
 emove persistent stains gently with a cloth dampened with a little water, and then clean the LCD 
panel again with a dry cloth for better finishing.
● Cabinet
• Clean the cabinet with a soft cloth dampened with a little mild detergent.
To use the monitor comfortably
• An excessively dark or bright screen may affect your eyes. Adjust the brightness of the monitor  according to the environmental conditions.
•
 
S
 taring at the monitor for a long time tires your eyes. Take a 10-minute rest every hour.
  
						

							5CONTENTS
CONTENTS
Cover  ............................................................. 1
Notice for this monitor ............. ................................ 3
CONTENTS .............................................. ............... 5
Chapter 1  
I
 ntroduction  
....................................... 6
1-1. Features ............. ............................................... 6
1-2.  
C
 ontrols and Functions  
.............
 ..................... 7
1-3.
 
U
 tility Disk  
.............
 ........................................... 8
● Disk contents and software overview  ...... .......... 8
● To use ScreenManager Pro for LCD/
EIZO ScreenSlicer  
.........................
 .................... 8
1- 4.
 
B
 asic Operation and Functions  
.............
 ........ 9
Basic operation of Adjustment menu................. 9
Showing Button Guide
 
...
 .....................................10
Functions
 
...
 ...........................................................11
Chapter 2 A djusting Screen  ............................. 1 2
2-1. Setting Screen Resolution ...............................12
Compatible Resolutions/Frequencies  
.......
 ........12
Setting Resolution
 
...
 ............................................13
● Windows 7 ....... ..................................................13
● Windows Vista ...... ............................................13
● Windows XP ....... ...............................................13
● Mac OS X ....... ...................................................13
2-2.
 
D
 isplaying Screen Correctly  
.............
 ............14
Digital Input
 
...
 .......................................................14
Analog Input
 
...
 ......................................................14
2-3.
 
C
 olor Adjustment  
.............
 ..............................18
● To select the display mode (FineContrast)  ...... .18
● To perform advanced adjustments ...... .............18
● Adjustment items in each mode ....... .................19
● To adjust the brightness [Brightness]  ...... ........ 20
● To adjust the contrast [Contrast] ....... ............... 20
● To adjust the color temperature [Temperature] . . 20
● To adjust the gamma value [Gamma] ...... .........21
● To adjust the hue [Hue] ...... ...............................21
● To adjust the color saturation [Saturation]  ...... ..21
● Enable/Disable Contrast Enhancer 
[Contrast Enhancer]  
..........................
 ............... 22
● To enhance the outline of the image [Outline Enhancer]  
.........................
 .................. 22
● To adjust the gain value [Gain] ....... .................. 22
● To adjust six colors [6 Colors] ....... ................... 23
2- 4.
 
D
 isplaying Lower Resolutions..................... 24
● To change screen size [Screen Size]................24
Chapter 3 S etting Monitor  ................................ 2 5
3-1. Enabling/Disabling Mode Selection  
[Mode Preset]  
....
 ............................................. 25
3-2.
 
L
 ocking Buttons [Key Lock]  
.............
 ........... 25
3-3. Setting the EIZO Logo Display [Logo]  ........ 2 6
3- 4.  
S
 etting Orientation [Orientation]  
............
 .... 26
● To set the orientation of the Adjustment menu . 2 6
3-5. Setting Language [Language] ............. ........ 27
3- 6.  
S
 etting the Display Position of the 
Adjustment Menu [Menu Position]
 
....
 .......... 27
3-7.
 
E
 nable/Disable DDC/CI communication  
..... 2
 7
3- 8.
 
E
 nable/Disable Auto Sharpness  
[Auto Sharpness]
 
......
 .................................... 28
3-9.
 
R
 estoring the Default Setting  
.............
 ......... 28
● To reset color adjustment values [Color Reset]  . 2 8
● To reset all adjustments to the factory default 
settings [All Reset]  
.........................
 .................. 28
Chapter 4 Power Saving Function  ................... 2 9
4-1. Setting the Power Saving [Power Save] ..... 2 9
4-2. Setting Power Indicator [Power Indicator] ... 2 9
4-3. Setting Monitor’s Automatic Brightness 
Adjustment [Auto EcoView]  
...
 ...................... 30
4- 4.
 
S
 etting the automatic power off function  
[Eco Timer]
 
.......
 .............................................. 30
Chapter 5 Troubleshooting  .............................. 3 1
Chapter 6  
Re
 ference  
......................................... 3
 4
6-1. Attaching an Arm ............. ............................. 34
6-2.  
C
 onnecting More than Two PCs to the 
Monitor
 
...
 ........................................................ 35
● To switch the input signal  ....... .......................... 35
● To set input signal selection [Input Selection]  .. 3 6
6-3.
 
M
 aking Use of USB (Universal Serial Bus)  
..3
 7
● Required System Environment ...... ...................37
● Connection Procedure (Setup of USB Function) .. 3 7
6- 4. Displaying Monitor Information ............ ...... 38
● Displaying monitor information by pressing  .. 38
● Displaying signal information [Signal Info] ....... 3 8
● Displaying monitor information [Monitor Info] .... 3 8
6-5. Specifications  ............. ................................... 39
6- 6.  
G
 lossary  
.............
 ............................................ 45
6-7.
 
P
 reset Timing  
.............
 .....................................47
TCO’03  ........................................................... 4 8
FCC Declaration of Conformity  
......................... 4
 9
Hinweise zur Auswahl des richtigen Schwenkarms für 
Ihren Monitor
 
............................................................... 5
 0
Hinweis zur Ergonomie
 
............................................... 5
 0
   
						

							6Chapter 1  Introduction
Chapter 1 Introduction
Thank you very much for choosing an EIZO Color Monitor.
1-1. Features
• 22” wide format LCD (SX2262W) / 24” wide format LCD (SX2462W)
•
 
R
 esolution 1920 dots x 1200 lines
•
 
A
 pplicable to DisplayPort (applicable to 8 bit or 10 bit, not applicable to audio signals)
•
 
3 s
 ignal input terminals (DVI-I x 2, DisplayPort x 1)
•
 
F
 ineContrast function for selecting an optimal display mode
“2-3. To select the display mode (FineContrast)” ( page 18)
• The software “ScreenManager Pro for LCD” to adjust the screen using the mouse and keyboard is 
included
“1-3. Utility Disk” ( page 8)
• Color Vision Deficiency Simulation Software “UniColor Pro” supported
(This software can be downloaded from http://www.eizo.com )
• Power saving function
Suppressing the power consumption* reduces the carbon dioxide emissions. This product is equipped with power 
saving function.
 - Power Consumption when main power switch is Off: 0W
Equipped with main power switch.
Turning off the main power switch completely shuts off power supply to the monitor while the monitor is not 
used.
 -Auto EcoView function
The sensor on the front side of the monitor detects the environmental brightness to adjust the screen brightness 
automatically and comfortably.
Excessively high brightness may lead a damage to the natural environment as well as to your eyes. Suppressing 
the excessively high brightness will be helpful to reduce the power consumption and the damage to your eyes.
“4-3. Setting Monitor’s Automatic Brightness Adjustment [Auto EcoView]” ( page 30)
 -EcoView Index function
This indicator shows the power saving ratio, power reduction and CO2 reduction as a result of the brightness 
of the monitor. You can realize the power consumption reduction by taking consideration in the ratio of power 
saving.
“6-4. Displaying Monitor Information” ( page 38)
• HDCP (High-bandwidth Digital Content Interface)
•
 
P
 ortrait/Landscape display available (rotate 90 degrees clockwise)
* Reference values: 
 - S

X2262W
Maximum power consumption: 80W (Luminance Max., at default settings) 
Standard power consumption: 45W (100VAC, Luminance 120cd/m2, at default settings)
Standard power consumption: 45W (200VAC, Luminance 120cd/m
2, at default settings)
 - SX2462W
Maximum power consumption: 85W (Luminance Max., at default settings) 
Standard power consumption: 48W (100VAC, Luminance 120cd/m2, at default settings)
Standard power consumption: 47W (200VAC, Luminance 120cd/m2, at default settings)
NOTE
• This monitor supports the Portrait/Landscape display. This function allows you to change the orientation of the  Adjustment menu when using the monitor screen in vertical display position. (Refer to “To set the orientation of 
the Adjustment menu [Orientation]” on page 26 .)
•
 
F
 or using the monitor with “Portrait” position, the graphics board supporting portrait display is required. When 
placing the monitor in a "Portrait" position, settings of your graphics board need to be changed. Refer to the 
manual of the graphics board for details.
  
						

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1-2. Controls and Functions
Ex. SX2462W
16
1918
17
121113 15141 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 910
20
Adjustment menu
1 SensorDetects ambient brightness. Auto EcoView function. (page 30 )
2
 button Switches input signals for display when more than two PCs are connected to the 
monitor. (page 35
)
3
 button Allows you to switch the FineContrast mode. (page 18
)
4
 button Information regarding monitor power saving (page 38
)
5
  button Adjusts the brightness.
(page 20)
6
 button Cancels the adjustment/setting or exit the adjustment menu.
(page 9)
7
  button Chooses an adjustment item or increases/decreases adjusted values for advanced 
adjustments using the Adjustment menu.
8
 button Displays the Adjustment menu, determines an item on the menu screen, and saves 
values adjusted.(page 9
)
9
 button Turns the power on or off.
10 Power indicator Indicates monitor’s operation status.
Blue: Operating   Orange: Power saving   Off: Power off
11 Main Power switch Turns the main power on or off.
12 Power connector Connects the power cord.
13 Input signal connectors DisplayPort Connector x 1
14 Input signal connectors DVI-I Connector x 2 (Left : SIGNAL1 / Right : SIGNAL2)
15 USB port (Up) Connects the USB cable to use the software that needs USB connection, or to use 
USB Hub function.(page 37)
16 USB port (Down) Connects a peripheral USB device.
17 Stand Used to adjust the height and angle of the monitor screen.
18 Security lock slot Complies with Kensington’s MicroSaver security system.
19 Cable holder Covers the monitor cables.
20 Option speaker 
(i·Sound L3) mounting 
holes Used to attach the option speaker (i·Sound L3).
  
						

							8Chapter 1  Introduction
1-3. Utility Disk
An “EIZO LCD Utility Disk” (CD-ROM) is supplied with the monitor. The following table shows the 
disk contents and the overview of the software programs.
● Disk contents and software overview
The disk includes application software programs for adjustment, and User’s Manual. Refer to “Readme.
txt” file on the disk for software startup procedures or file access procedures.
ItemOver view OS
A “Readme.txt” file
Screen adjustment pattern 
files Used when adjusting the image of the analog 
signal input manually.
ScreenManager Pro for LCD A software for adjusting the screen using the  mouse and keyboard.Connect the monitor to 
the PC with the supplied USB cable before 
installation. Windows XP/ Vista
*
 
W

indowMovie Checker 
Software WindowMovie is a function of ScreenManager 
Pro for LCD. For more information, refer to the 
User’s Manual of ScreenManager Pro for LCD 
on the disk.
EIZO ScreenSlicer A software that divides a screen and lays out 
multiple windows efficiently. Windows XP/ Vista/7
User’s Manual of this monitor (PDF file)
● To use ScreenManager Pro for LCD/EIZO ScreenSlicer
For the installation and use of ScreenManager Pro for LCD/EIZO SceenSlicer, refer to the respective 
User's Manual on the disc.
To adjust the monitor using ScreenManager Pro for LCD, connect a PC to the monitor with the supplied 
USB cable. For more information, refer to the “Chapter 6 6-3. Making Use of USB (Universal Serial 
Bus)” ( page 37 ).
  
						

							9Chapter 1  Introduction
1- 4. Basic Operation and Functions
Basic operation of Adjustment menu
1 Displaying Adjustment Menu
Press . 
The adjustment menu appears.
Current mode
Menu title
Settings
Menu
Item
2 Adjusting/Setting
1. Choose a menu to adjust/set with , and press .
2. Choose an item to adjust/set with , and press .
3. Adjust/set the selected item with , and press .
3 Exiting
Press  a few times.
The adjustment menu finishes.
  
						

							10Chapter 1  Introduction
Showing Button Guide
Press the front buttons (except  button), the button guide appears above the button. (When using the 
monitor with "Portrait" position, the button guide appears next to the button.)
NOTE
• The button guide will continue to appear while the Adjustment menu or Mode menu is showing.
•  
T
 he button guide is displayed differently depending on the selected menu or status.