DoubleSight DS-15xx manual

USER’S MANUAL DoubleSight ™ Dual 15” LCD Monitor (Model: DS-15xx Series) For the latest updates and more information, visit our website at www.doublesight.com .[...]

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i Contents Contents ......................................................... i Notice to Users .............................................. 1 Important Safety Instructions ..................................... 1 Important Notices Regarding Power Cord ...................... 1 For the United States and Canada ............................ 2 For Eur[...]

User’s Manual ii Contents Setting Up Your Monitor ............................... 11 Connecting the Display to Base Stand ......................... 11 Connecting the Monitor to a Computer ........................ 12 Setting Up Computer Display Properties ...................... 15 For Microsoft Windows Users .................................. 15 F[...]

User’s Manual www.doublesight.com iii Display ................................................................ 31 Input Signals ....................................................... 31 Connections ......................................................... 31 User Controls ....................................................... 32 Power .........[...]

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1 Notice to Users Important Safety Instructions Please carefully read the following safety instructions as they are designed to reduce the risk of electric shock, personal injury or damage to the LCD monitor. WARNING This device must be operated with the original power supply, part number: HJC HASU05F . CAUTION: The socket-outlet should be installe[...]

User’s Manual 2 Notice to Users female receptacle of the cord set must meet IEC-60320 requirements and may look like (Figure A1 below): For the United States and Canada In the United States and Canada, the male plug is a NEMA5-15 style (Figure A2), UL Listed, and CSA Labeled. For units that are mounted on a desk or table, type SVT or SJT cord set[...]

User’s Manual www.doublesight.com 3 WARNING This appliance must be grounded. IMPORTANT: The wires in the main lead are colored in accordance with the following codes: Green-and-Yellow: Grounded Blue: Neutral Brown: Live If the colored wires of the main lead of this appliance do not correspond with the colored markings identifying the terminals in[...]

User’s Manual 4 Notice to Users Additional Safety Information To prevent fire or shock hazards, do not expose this monitor to rain, moisture or liquids. Use only a properly grounded plug and receptacle. Do not use this unit’s polarized plug with an extension cord receptacle or other outlet unless the prongs can be fully inserted. DO NOT OPEN TH[...]

User’s Manual www.doublesight.com 5 • Do not cover or block the ventilation ports on the rear of the monitor to avoid breakdown or fire. • Do not install the monitor near heat sources, such as radiators or air ducts, or in locations exposed to direct sunlight, excessive dust, mechanical vibration or shock. • Do not place the monitor faced d[...]

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7 Introduction Congratulations on your purchase of DoubleSight, an innovative dual LCD monitor. DoubleSight is designed to harness your information and computing power utilizing unique multiple monitor technology that will enhance your viewing and productivity experience! By connecting two 15-inch LCD monitor panels side-by-side and using a single [...]

User’s Manual 8 Introduction how you want to set up each LCD display. DoubleSight’s multi- screen control technology and industrial design employ a single controlling motherboard that seamlessly manages and adjusts the display of multiple monitors. By simply distributing or replicating signals to both display panels, you have the ability to dis[...]

User’s Manual www.doublesight.com 9 DoubleSight Monitor Overview Front SELECT The SELECT button is a single control function for selecting the On-Screen Display menu of left-side panel, right-side panel, or both panels. SELECT LED Indicator Green LEDs indicate the On-Screen Display menu’s operational mode for left-side panel, right-side panel, [...]

User’s Manual 10 Introduction AUTO The AUTO button automatically adjusts the display settings. POWER The POWER button turns the monitor on and off. POWER LED Indicator A green LED indicates the monitor is on. Rear VGA 1 Connects the first video signal cable VGA2 Connects the second video signal cable DC-IN Connects the power jack Side VESA-compli[...]

11 Setting Up Your Monitor Prior to setting up your DoubleSight monitor, it is important to select a location where it will be stable and protected, yet convenient to use. You will need a flat, hard surface, such as a sturdy desk or table, located near a power outlet. WARNING To allow sufficient airflow and prevent overheating, do not block the ven[...]

User’s Manual 12 Setting Up Your Monitor Holding the base stand handle, insert its three prongs (located on the handle’s reverse side) straight down into the three holes on the display’s back silver face plate. To secure the prongs into a locked position, push the stand forward until it connects to the display securely. Using both hands, firm[...]

User’s Manual www.doublesight.com 13 WARNING Only use the correct power cord for your local voltage. The power adapter included in the box automatically supports 100V~240V. Depending on the configuration of your computer, there are different methods for connecting it to your DoubleSight monitor. If your computer already has two VGA ports, connect[...]

User’s Manual 14 Setting Up Your Monitor NOTE If your computer does not specify VGA 1 and 2, you can change the order later using your computer display setting or monitor On-Screen Display setting. Refer to the “Setting Up Computer Display Properties” of this section and “Source Select” of “Key Function Controls” section of this User?[...]

User’s Manual www.doublesight.com 15 Setting Up Computer Display Properties For Microsoft Windows Users Click the Start button in Windows, then select Settings > Control Panel > Display. On the Settings tab, click the monitor icon that represents the monitor you want to extend your desktop to. Select the “Extend my Windows desktop onto th[...]

User’s Manual 16 Setting Up Your Monitor NOTE You can rearrange the position of display 1 and 2 without physically switching video adapter signal cables. Simply drag a monitor icon (1 or 2) to a desired position on the Settings tab of Display Properties Windows and select Apply or OK. For Apple Macintosh Users Choose System Preferences from the A[...]

User’s Manual www.doublesight.com 17 Removing Base Stand from the Display If you need to disconnect the base stand from the display, use the bottom layer of foam packaging in the box as a secure material to protect the LCD panels. Using both hands, firmly grip each outer edge of the dual display frame and place face down on top of the foam packag[...]

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19 Key Function Controls DoubleSight features an intuitive, menu-driven On-Screen Display (OSD) that provides a full range of customizable tools to optimize your display. The OSD can be accessed anytime your computer is powered up. (Note: If your computer is in a power saving mode or is powered down, the OSD will be inaccessible.) Working with OSD [...]

User’s Manual 20 Key Function Controls 5. Press the MENU button to select a function. If more than one setting is listed, use the LEFT ◄ or RIGHT ► button to make your selection within the selected function. 6. Press the LEFT ◄ or RIGHT ► button to change the settings as described under each menu function in the following section. 7. Pres[...]

User’s Manual www.doublesight.com 21 USEFUL TIP You can easily change video signal source by simply pressing the LEFT ◄ or RIGHT ► button without entering the OSD window. Just press the LEFT ◄ or RIGHT ► button anytime to switch video signal source between VGA1 and VGA2 for the corresponding panel. Brightness 1. Press the LEFT ◄ or RIGH[...]

User’s Manual 22 Key Function Controls Contrast 1. Press the LEFT ◄ or RIGHT ► button until the Contrast icon is highlighted. 2. Press the MENU button to select the Contrast icon. 3. Press the LEFT ◄ or RIGHT ► button to set the contrast on the 0-100 scale. 4. Press the EXIT button to save settings. Color You can choose from two pre-defin[...]

User’s Manual www.doublesight.com 23 1. Press the LEFT ◄ or RIGHT ► button until the Color icon is highlighted. 2. Press the MENU button to select the Color icon. 3. Press the LEFT ◄ or RIGHT ► button to move between the options. 4. Press the MENU button to change the setting. Notice the “Pointing hand” moves to the new selection. 5. [...]

User’s Manual 24 Key Function Controls 4. Press the LEFT ◄ or RIGHT ► button to select the color category. 5. Press the MENU button to select the RED, GREEN or BLUE option. 6. Press the LEFT ◄ or RIGHT ► button to set each color as desired on the 0-100 scale. 7. Press the EXIT button to save settings and return to the User Mode menu. 8. P[...]

User’s Manual www.doublesight.com 25 5. Press the EXIT button to save the settings and return to the Position menu. 6. Press the EXIT button to return to the function selection menu. Image Use the image settings to adjust the sharpness, white balance, and to fine-tune picture performance to compensate for drifts in the computer signal. PHASE adju[...]

User’s Manual 26 Key Function Controls Misc Menu The Misc Menu lets you access sub-menus that include Reset, Language, OSD Position, and the read-only System Information screen. 1. Press the LEFT ◄ or RIGHT ► button until the Misc Menu icon is highlighted. 2. Press the MENU button to select Misc Menu. Reset Reset lets you return the display?[...]

User’s Manual www.doublesight.com 27 1. Press the LEFT ◄ or RIGHT ► button until Language is highlighted. 2. Press the MENU button to select Language. 3. Press the LEFT ◄ or RIGHT ► button to scroll through the languages shown. 4. Press the MENU button to select OSD language. 5. Press the EXIT button to save settings and return to the Mis[...]

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29 Recommended Use Placement Correct placement and adjustment of the monitor can reduce eye, shoulder, and neck fatigue. Check the following when you position the monitor: • Keep the top of the monitor screen at or slightly below eye level. Your eyes should look slightly downward when viewing the middle of the screen. • Position your monitor no[...]

User’s Manual 30 Recommended Use • Position the monitor at a 90° angle to windows and other light sources to minimize glare and reflections. Adjust the monitor tilt so that ceiling lights do not reflect on your screen. • Use a document holder placed close to the screen. • Position whatever you are looking at most of the time (the screen or[...]

31 Technical Information Product Specifications (Model: DS-15xx) Display Panel Type Dual 15” TFT-LCD Viewable Area 608.2mm (24 inches) horizontal; 228.1mm (9 inches) vertical Resolution 2048 x 768 max. Colors 16M max. Brightness 250 cd/m² Contrast Ratio 400:1 Pixel Pitch 0.297mm Pixel Configuration R,G,B vertical stripe Response Time 25 ms (Tr+T[...]

User’s Manual 32 Technical Information User Controls Manual Control Buttons SELECT, MENU, ◄ , ► , EXIT, AUTO, POWER On-screen Display Functions Select Source, Brightness, Contrast, Color, Position (horizontal/vertical), Image (phase, clock), Misc. Menu (reset, language, OSD position, system information) Power Voltage Input: AC 100~240V, 50~60[...]

User’s Manual www.doublesight.com 33 Application Video Timing VESA Modes Horizontal Vertical Mode Resolution Total Nominal Frequency +/- 0.5KHz Nominal Frequency +/- 1Hz Nominal Pixel Clock (MHz) DOS 720x400@70Hz 900x449 31.500 70.000 28.322 640x480@60Hz 800x525 31.469 59.940 25.175 640x480@72Hz 832x520 37.861 72.809 31.500 VGA 640x480@75Hz 840x5[...]

User’s Manual 34 Technical Information MAC Modes Horizontal Vertical Mode Resolution Total Nominal Frequency +/- 0.5KHz Nominal Frequency +/- 1Hz Nominal Pixel Clock (MHz) VGA 640x480@60Hz 800x525 31.469 59.940 25.175 SVGA 832x624@75Hz 1152x667 49.725 74.551 57.283 XGA 1024x768@75Hz 1328x804 60.241 74.927 80.000 NOTE The DS-15xx has two LCD panel[...]

35 Troubleshooting & Support Warning Messages Message Solution OUT OF RANGE The input signal is not acceptable by the monitor. - Please ensure that the video resolution and refresh rate of the graphics card in your computer are within specified ranges for the monitor. - Please check your computer’s display settings and change the screen refre[...]

User’s Manual 36 Troubleshooting & Support CABLE NOT CONNECTED The VGA cable is not connected to the computer. - Check that VGA cable is connected to the computer tightly. Troubleshooting Checklist Symptom Check Items Computer has only one VGA port - You need to install an additional graphics card to enable a dual monitor configuration. Check[...]

User’s Manual www.doublesight.com 37 Text is not solid - Ensure that the resolution of the video signal is 1024 by 768. Lower resolution may produce distorted display due to automatic expansion of the display. - Select the corresponding panel and press the AUTO button to run automatic adjustment. - Adjust Clock and Phase in the OSD menu to fine t[...]

User’s Manual 38 Troubleshooting & Support will need to provide the product serial number located on the back of your monitor and proof of purchase to verify your warranty status if you have not registered your monitor within 30 days of purchase. For technical support (in U.S.A. and Canada): • Technical Support Line: 1-877-TwoLCDs (1-877-89[...]

39 Limited Warranty INTRODUCTION This Warranty covers DoubleSight Displays, LLC’s (“DSD”) DS- 15xx DoubleSight Dual 15” LCD Monitors (“Product”) sold by DSD or DSD’s authorized resellers. DSD provides a limited warranty for the originally purchased Products for use, not resale (“Original Purchase”), located in the United States. N[...]

User’s Manual 40 Limited Warranty WARRANTY EXCLUSIONS This warranty does not cover: 1. Any Product on which the serial number has been defaced, modified or removed. 2. Damage, deterioration or malfunction resulting from: A. Accident, disaster, misuse, neglect, fire, water, lightning, or other acts of nature, unauthorized product modification, or [...]

User’s Manual www.doublesight.com 41 C. Your address. D. The serial number of the product. E. A description of the problem. 3. Bring or ship the Product prepaid and insured in the original container, with the associated accessories, to the DSD depot repair site. All Products returned to the DSD depot repair site for service MUST have prior approv[...]

User’s Manual 42 Limited Warranty AUTHORIZED RESELLER FOR THIS PRODUCT HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES, OR FOR ANY CLAIM BASED ON ANY THIRD PARTY CLAIM. DSD LIABILITY WILL BE NO MORE THAN THE AMOUNT YOU PAID FOR THE PRODUCT THAT IS THE SUBJECT OF A CLAIM. THIS IS THE MAXIMUM AMOUNT FOR WHICH DSD WILL BE RESPONSIBLE. SOME STATE[...]

43 Regulatory Information FCC Compliance This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. This equipment has been tested an[...]

User’s Manual 44 Regulatory Information FCC WARNING To assure continued FCC compliance, the user must use a ground power supply cord and the provided shielded video interface cable with bonded ferrite cores. If a BNC cable is going to be used, use only a shielded BNC (5) cable. Any unauthorized changes or modifications not expressly approved by t[...]

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