CT1503/CT1702 User Guide Revision: 1-A 23 January 2002
Congratulations! Congratulations on your purchase of a state-of-the-art TFT LCD Monitor by Cornea Systems, Inc. We know you will be pleased with your investment and will enjoy the dynamic viewing—You will never see images the same again! Our Monitor is easy to set up. Just follow our simple instructions and you will be viewing a “new world” in no time: • Connect the Monitor to your PC, Tuner, DVD, VCR, etc.
Table of Contents General Information GENERAL INFORMATION: General Safety Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 GENERAL INFORMATION: Unpacking Your Monitor & Inventorying the Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Figure 1: Inventory of Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Component Information COMPONENTS: The Back of the Monitor (Connection Locations) .
Explanation of Remaining Menu Items: TV/CATV (TUNER) & S-VIDEO Modes . . . . . . . 37 CONFIGURING & ADJUSTING the Display: External Devices (S-VIDEO) Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39 Initial Set-Up & Adjustment of the Monitor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39 Explanation of Remaining Menu Items: TV/CATV (TUNER) & S-VIDEO Modes . . . . . . .
GENERAL INFORMATION: General Safety Precautions GENERAL INFORMATION: General Safety Precautions This Monitor has been engineered and manufactured to assure your safety. IMPORTANT: To avoid electrical shock and to prevent other injuries or damage, please read this Manual and comply with the stated warnings and procedures. Foreign & Magnetic Objects •Do not place anything heavy, wet or magnetic on the Monitor or Power Cord.
GENERAL INFORMATION: General Safety Precautions Proper Tools •To prevent any scratches to the LCD surface, DO NOT use small tools (such as a pin or a pencil) near the Monitor. Flat, Sturdy Surface •Place the Monitor on a sturdy, flat surface to prevent it from falling. External Shocks •DO NOT hit, drop, or otherwise apply any mechanical or physical shocks to the Monitor. Ventilation •Install the Monitor in a well-ventilated area.
GENERAL INFORMATION: General Safety Precautions Secure Connections •Make sure that the Monitor’s Power Cord and the other devices’ power cords are properly connected. Other Electrical Safety Notes •Overloading AC outlets and extension cords are dangerous. •Also, frayed Power Cords and the broken plugs may cause electric shock or fire. Do Not Open the Monitor •There are no user-serviceable components inside. •There is a risk of exposure to high-voltage electricity inside, even when power is turned OFF.
GENERAL INFORMATION: Unpacking Your Monitor & Inventorying the Parts GENERAL INFORMATION: Unpacking Your Monitor & Inventorying the Parts Please make sure the parts shown in the following figure are included with your Monitor. If any of these items are missing or appear damaged, contact your dealer or call Technical Support immediately.
GENERAL INFORMATION: Unpacking Your Monitor & Inventorying the Parts N OTE: Depending on the voltage requirements for your area, the Power Cord may be different than what is indicated in the figure. When unpacking the Monitor and its components: • Carefully open the box. • Lay the box flat on a table and carefully slide the contents out of the box. • Do not “dump” the contents out of the box. IMPORTANT: DO NOT remove the protective plastic cover from the Monitor.
COMPONENTS: The Back of the Monitor (Connection Locations) COMPONENTS: The Back of the Monitor (CONNECTION LOCATIONS) Figure 2: CT1503 Connection Locations (Back-View of the Monitor) 10 Number Abbreviation Definition 1 VGA 15-Pin Connector for D-Sub (Analog) 2 PWR AC/DC Adapter Connection 3 OUT AUD 4 AUD IN 5 ANTENNA 6 S-VIDEO 7 VIDEO Video Input Connection (Yellow) 8 L AUD Stereo Audio Left Connection (White) 9 AUD R Stereo Audio Right Connection (Red) Sound Out Connection Soun
COMPONENTS: The Back of the Monitor (Connection Locations) Figure 3: CT1702 Connection Locations (Back-View of the Monitor) 10 9 8 11 7 1 2 3 4 5 6 Number Abbreviation Definition 1 OUT AUD 2 AUD IN 3 VGA 15-Pin Connector for D-Sub (Analog) 4 PWR AC/DC Adapter Connection 5 DVI 6 ANTENNA 7 S-VIDEO 8 VIDEO Video Input Connection (Yellow) 9 L AUD Stereo Audio Left Connection (White) 10 AUD R Stereo Audio Right Connection (Red) 11 USB Sound Out Connection Sound In Connecti
COMPONENTS: The Front of the Monitor COMPONENTS: The Front of the Monitor Figure 4: CT1503/T1702: Front of the Monitor Monitor Item Definition Item Item 1 LCD Panel (screen) 2 Built-In Speakers 3 MENU 12 Definition CT1503: 15” TFT LCD, max. resolution 1024 x 768, 16.2M color (true color). CT1702: 17” TFT LCD, max. resolution 1280 x 1024, 16.7M color. After connecting the audio input, you can use the speakers: •CT1503: 2W output •CT1702: 3W output Pressing this button displays the Main Menu.
COMPONENTS: The Front of the Monitor Item Item Definition Pressing this button: •Selects the highlighted menu item •Selects the desired Input Source. CT1503 Input Source Options/Scroll Sequence: 4 Analog SELECT Digital S-Video Tuner CT1702 Input Source Options/Scroll Sequence: Analog ▼ CH 5 (Channel Down) ▲ CH 6 7 8 (Channel Up) Digital Composite S-Video Tuner Pressing this button: •All Input Sources: Moves to the next lower menu item. •TV (Tuner): Selects the next lower channel.
Adjusting the Tilt (or Viewing Angle) Adjusting the Tilt (or Viewing Angle) Your Monitor was designed to allow you to adjust it to a comfortable viewing angle. The Monitor can be tilted forward 45o or back 90o. REMINDER: To prevent the Monitor from falling over, make sure it is within the “safe” viewing angle range.
COMPONENTS: The Remote Control COMPONENTS: The Remote Control REMINDER: Insert the battery into the Remote Control. Figure 5: Remote Control Device Remote Control Item Definition Item Item 1 POWER 2 MENU ▲ CH 3 (Channel Up) ▼ CH 4 (Channel Down) Definition Pressing this item, turns the Monitor ON or OFF. Pressing this item displays the Main Menu. Pressing this item: •All Input Sources: Moves to the next higher menu item. •TV (Tuner): Selects the next higher channel.
COMPONENTS: The Remote Control Item 5 16 Item VOL 6 VOL 7 MUTE 8 SOURCE 9 SELECT Definition Pressing this item: •Increases the volume. •In the MENU mode, increases the value of the parameter displayed or changes the option displayed. Pressing this item: •Decreases the volume. •In the MENU mode, decreases the value of the parameter displayed or changes the option displayed. Pressing this item turns the sound ON or OFF. Pressing this item scrolls through the available Input Sources.
CONNECTING: Your Monitor to Your Computer CONNECTING: Your Monitor to Your Computer 1. Turn OFF and UNPLUG your Computer until instructed otherwise. 2. Carefully unpack all the components and verify all the parts are present and undamaged. (See page 8.) 3. Organize the cables you need and familiarize yourself with the connection configuration. (For the CT1503, see pages 10 & 19. For the CT1702, see pages 11 & 19.) 4.
CONNECTING: Your Monitor to Your Computer 10. Connect the round AC/DC Adapter Plug to the Monitor’s “PWR” connector. 11. Connect the Power Cord to the AC/DC Adapter. REMINDER: Do not plug the Power Cord into the wall outlet/surge protector yet. 12. Stand up your Monitor and adjust it for proper viewing. (See page 14.) 13. Plug in the Power Cords for both the Monitor and Computer to the wall power outlet or surge protector. 14. Turn ON both the Monitor and Computer. 15.
CONNECTING: Your Monitor to Your Computer Figure 6: Monitor-to-Computer Connection Diagram 19
CONNECTING: Your Monitor to a Tuner (TV/CATV) CONNECTING: Your Monitor to a Tuner (TV/CATV) 1. Carefully unpack all the components and verify all the parts are present and undamaged. (See page 8.) 2. Organize the cable(s) you need and familiarize yourself with the connection configuration. (For the CT1503, see pages 10 & 22. For the CT1702, see pages 11 & 22.) 3. With the Monitor laying screen-side down on a smooth, clean surface, flip open the Monitor base.
CONNECTING: Your Monitor to a Tuner (TV/CATV) 9. Plug in the Power Cord for the Monitor to the wall power outlet or surge protector. 10. Turn ON the Monitor. 11. Remove the plastic protective cover from the front of the Monitor. 12. Pressing either the SELECT button on the front of the Monitor (page 12) or the SOURCE button on the Remote Control (page 15), scroll to the TUNER Input Source option. REMINDER: Insert the battery into the Remote Control. 13.
CONNECTING: Your Monitor to a Tuner (TV/CATV) Figure 7: Tuner (TV/CATV)-to-Monitor Connection Diagram Connecting indoor antena Connecting outdoor antenna Connecting antenna by way of VTR 22
CONNECTING: Other External A/V Devices to Your Monitor CONNECTING: Other External A/V Devices to Your Monitor 1. Carefully unpack all the components and verify all the parts are present and undamaged. (See page 8.) 2. Organize the cable(s) you need and familiarize yourself with the connection configuration. (For the CT1503, see pages 10 & 25. For the CT1702, see pages 11 & 25.) 3. With the Monitor laying screen-side down on a smooth, clean surface, flip open the Monitor base.
CONNECTING: Other External A/V Devices to Your Monitor 10. Plug in the Power Cord for the Monitor and other A/V devices to the wall power outlet or surge protector. 11. Turn ON the Monitor and other A/V devices, as appropriate. 12. Remove the plastic protective cover from the front of the Monitor. 13.
CONNECTING: Other External A/V Devices to Your Monitor Figure 8: Monitor-to-External A/V Devices Connection Diagram 25
CONFIGURING & ADJUSTING the Display: PC (ANALOG) Mode CONFIGURING & ADJUSTING the Display: PC (ANALOG) Mode Using the system’s On Screen Displays (OSD), you can adjust and refine your Monitor’s image. The following table describes the initial set-up steps and the other menus available. Remember, when using the buttons on the front of your Monitor: • Press the MENU button to display the Main Menu. • Use the CHANNEL ▲ ▼ buttons to scroll through the menu items.
CONFIGURING & ADJUSTING the Display: PC (ANALOG) Mode Install the TFT LCD Monitor Driver. 4. If previously done, skip this section. If not previously done, install the INF file on your PC by performing the following: a. Insert the Installation Disk into your Computer’s CD disk drive. b. Either follow the “Add New Hardware” wizard or at the Windows 95/98/ 2000 desktop (initial screen), click the right mouse button to open a “popup” menu. c.
CONFIGURING & ADJUSTING the Display: PC (ANALOG) Mode Adjust the Initial Image: Vertical & Horizontal Alignment CT1503 Main Menu: 7. If necessary, at the initial display, adjust the VERTICAL position of the display by: •Pressing the MENU button to display the Main Menu. •Pressing the CHANNEL ▲ ▼ buttons (repeatedly) to scroll to the V POSITION (CT1503) or the POSITION (CT1702) option. • Press the SELECT button to select the menu item.
CONFIGURING & ADJUSTING the Display: PC (ANALOG) Mode Adjust the Clarity of the Image: Phase CT1503 Main Menu: 9. If necessary, adjust the clarity of the image by: •Pressing the MENU button to display the Main Menu. •Pressing the CHANNEL ▲ ▼ buttons (repeatedly) to scroll to the PHASE (CT1503) or the POSITION (CT1702) option. • Press the SELECT button to select the menu item. CT1702 Main Menu: •CT1702: Use the CHANNEL ▲ ▼ buttons (repeatedly) to scroll to the PHASE option.
CONFIGURING & ADJUSTING the Display: PC (ANALOG) Mode Adjust the Brightness & Contrast CT1503 Main Menu: Brightness •Controls the overall image and background screen brightness. 10. Press the MENU button to display the Main Menu. 11. Pressing the CHANNEL ▲ ▼ buttons (repeatedly), scroll to the BRIGHTNESS (CT1503) or the BRIGHTNESS/CONTRAST (CT1702) item. CT1702 Main Menu: 12. Press the SELECT button to choose the desired item. 13.
Explanation of Remaining Menu Items: PC (ANALOG) Mode Explanation of Remaining Menu Items: PC (ANALOG) Mode The following table describes the other menus available. Figure 9: The Main Menus for the CT1503 and the CT1702, respectively: CLOCK CT1503 Clock Sub-Menu: •Performs a rough image tuning by screen size adjustment. •CT1702: The CLOCK sub-menu is obtained via the POSITION item on the Main Menu.
Explanation of Remaining Menu Items: PC (ANALOG) Mode COLOR CT1503 Color Sub-Menu: •Fine-tunes the image viewing. Preset 1 •Bluish White Preset 2 CT1503 User Color Sub-Menu: •Plain White User Color (CT1503 only) •Controls the individual colors of Red, Green, and Blue. Exit (CT1702 only) •Closes this sub-menu and returns to the Main Menu.
Explanation of Remaining Menu Items: PC (ANALOG) Mode OSD FUNCTION (CT1503 only) CT1503: H Position •Controls the OSD horizontal position. V Position •Controls the OSD vertical position. Language •Controls the language used for the OSD. Off Timer •The OSD display time during the absence of user control. Exit •Closes this sub-menu and returns to the Main Menu. SELECT INPUT (CT1503)/ SETUP (CT1702) CT1503/CT1702: •Displays current Input Signal. •Allows change of the Input Signal to the other options.
CONFIGURING & ADJUSTING the Display: TV/CATV (TUNER) Mode CONFIGURING & ADJUSTING the Display: TV/CATV (TUNER) Mode Using the system’s On Screen Displays (OSD), you can adjust and refine your Monitor’s image. The following table describes the initial set-up steps and the other menus available. Remember, when using the buttons on the front of your Monitor: • Press the MENU button to display the Main Menu. • Use the CHANNEL ▲ ▼ buttons to scroll through the menu items.
CONFIGURING & ADJUSTING the Display: TV/CATV (TUNER) Mode Adjust the Image Position & Clarity 4. If necessary, •To adjust the VERTICAL position, see page 28. •To adjust the HORIZONTAL position, see page 28. •To adjust the CLARITY of the image, see page 29. •To adjust the BRIGHTNESS of the image, see page 30. •To adjust the CONTRAST of the image, see page 30. Select the Proper Antenna: AIR or CATV CT1503 Main Menu: 5.
CONFIGURING & ADJUSTING the Display: TV/CATV (TUNER) Mode Automatically Search for Channels CT1503/CT1702 Channel Sub-Menu: 7. While in this sub-menu, to automatically search/add channels from the cable system: •Use the CHANNEL ▲ ▼ buttons, to scroll to the AUTO CHANNEL item. •Press the SELECT button to fully highlight and view the options for this item. CT1503/CT1702 Channel Sub-Menu: •The system will start automatically searching and adding channels. 8.
Explanation of Remaining Menu Items: TV/CATV (TUNER) & S-VIDEO Modes Explanation of Remaining Menu Items: TV/CATV (TUNER) & S-VIDEO Modes The following table describes the other menus available. Figure 10: The Main Menus for the CT1503 and the CT1702, respectively COLOR CT1503/CT1702 Color Sub-Menu: Color •Controls the thickness of the color signal level. Tint •Controls the tone of the color signal level. Sharpness •Controls the sharpness of the signal level.
Explanation of Remaining Menu Items: TV/CATV (TUNER) & S-VIDEO Modes SELECT INPUT (CT1503)/ SETUP (CT1702) •Displays current Input Source. •Allows change of the Input Source to the other options. EXIT •Closes the Main Menu.
CONFIGURING & ADJUSTING the Display: External Devices (S-VIDEO) Mode CONFIGURING & ADJUSTING the Display: External Devices (S-VIDEO) Mode Using the system’s On Screen Displays (OSD), you can adjust and refine your Monitor’s image. The following table describes the initial set-up steps and the other menus available. Remember, when using the buttons on the front of your Monitor: • Press the MENU button to display the Main Menu. • Use the CHANNEL ▲ ▼ buttons to scroll through the menu items.
CONFIGURING & ADJUSTING the Display: External Devices (S-VIDEO) Mode Adjust the Image Position & Clarity 4. If necessary, •To adjust the VERTICAL position, see page 28. •To adjust the HORIZONTAL position, see page 28. •To adjust the CLARITY of the image, see page 29. •To adjust the BRIGHTNESS of the image, see page 30. •To adjust the CONTRAST of the image, see page 30.
TROUBLESHOOTING: Resolution to Potential Problems TROUBLESHOOTING: Resolution to Potential Problems This section tries to anticipate potential problems that you may encounter in the day-to-day use of your Monitor. If, after trying the suggested solutions, your Monitor’s symptom remains the same, contact your authorized service center or call Technical Support.
TROUBLESHOOTING: Resolution to Potential Problems Problem The picture is fuzzy. •Press the AUTO button, on your Monitor, to automatically configure your Monitor. The picture bounces or has wavy oscillations. •Check the signal cable connection between your Computer and Monitor. The picture appears to be ghosting. •Check the signal cable connection between your Computer and Monitor. The color on the screen is not uniform •Adjust the color settings using the OSD color menu.
APPENDIX: Warranty APPENDIX: Warranty END-USER WARRANTY TERMS AND CONDITIONS Effective 12/11/2001 Cornea Systems, Inc. (“Cornea”) warrants your new Cornea display(s) against defects in material and workmanship during the warranty period from the date of the original purchase of the new product within the territory.
APPENDIX: Warranty • Your credit card will be charged if the defective unit is not received in 15 days after you receive the replacement. This service will be provided exclusively by your Cornea Technical Support Center and authorized agents. Your product will not be accepted for repair unless you first contact Cornea Technical Support Center who will provide instructions on how to return your product for repair.
APPENDIX: Warranty • Cornea shall not be liable for any incidental or consequential damages resulting from the use of this product. • Do NOT open the Monitor housing under any circumstances. By opening the Monitor housing you will expose yourself to possible electrical dangers and void all warranties. Before Contacting Us… In many cases, your Monitor may not need repair.
APPENDIX: Warranty American Express) information, if first year advanced swap is applicable. 3. Acquire an RMA Number After we receive your RMA request, Cornea technical support staff will contact you within 48 hours and assign you an RMA number. For advanced swap service, a replacement unit will be sent to you. 4. Return the Unit for Repair/Replacement Please send your original unit back to us in the original unit box.
APPENDIX: CT1503 Analog Display Modes (Analog) APPENDIX: CT1503 Analog Display Modes (Analog) For the display modes listed below, the screen image has been optimized during production. Preset Timing Modes (Analog) Mode Display Mode Horizontal Frequency (KHz) Vertical Frequency (Hz) Standard Type 640 x 350 31.5KHz 70Hz IBM® 720 x 400 31.5KHz 70Hz IBM® 640 x 480 31.5KHz 60Hz Industry Standard 640 x 480 37.9KHz 72Hz VESA Standard 640 x 480 37.5KHz 75Hz VESA Standard 640 x 480 43.
APPENDIX: CT1702 Display Modes (Analog) APPENDIX: CT1702 Display Modes (Analog) For the display modes listed below, the screen image has been optimized during production. Preset Timing Modes (Analog) Mode Display Mode Horizontal Frequency (KHz) Vertical Frequency (Hz) Standard Type 640 x 350 31.5KHz 70Hz IBM® 720 x 400 31.5KHz 70Hz IBM® 640 x 480 31.5KHz 60Hz Industry Standard 640 x 480 37.9KHz 72Hz VESA Standard 640 x 480 37.5KHz 75Hz VESA Standard 640 x 480 43.
APPENDIX: CT1703 Display Modes (Digital) APPENDIX: CT1703 Display Modes (Digital) For the display modes listed below, the screen image has been optimized during production. Preset Timing Modes (Digital) Mode VGA SVGA XGA SXGA Display Mode Horizontal Frequency (KHz) Vertical Frequency (Hz) Standard Type 640 x 350 31.5KHz 70Hz IBM® 720 x 400 31.5KHz 70Hz IBM® 640 x 480 31.5KHz 60Hz Industry Standard 640 x 480 37.9KHz 72Hz VESA Standard 640 x 480 37.
APPENDIX: Regulatory Compliance APPENDIX: Regulatory Compliance Canadian Department of Communications Compliance Statement DOC: This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment Regulations. C-UL: Bears the C-UL Mark and is in compliance with Canadian Safety Regulations according to C.S.A. C22.2 No. 950. FCC Information 1. Use the attached specified cables with the CT1503/CT1703 color monitor so as not to interfere with radio and television reception.
