PRECAUTIONS CONTENTS Chapter 1 Features and Overview 1-1 Features 1-2 Buttons and Indicators 1-3 Functions and Basic Operation Chapter 2 Settings and Adjustments Important 2-1 Utility Disk 2-2 Screen Adjustment 2-3 Color Adjustment Please read this User’s Manual and Setup Manual (separate volume) carefully to familiarize yourself with safe and effective usage.
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PRECAUTIONS IMPORTANT • 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. • To ensure personal safety and proper maintenance, please read carefully this section and the caution statements on the monitor.
WARNING 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.
WARNING When attaching an arm stand, please refer to the user’s manual of the arm stand and install the unit securely. Not doing so may cause the unit to become unattached, which may result in injury or equipment damage. When the unit is dropped, please ask your dealer for advice. Do not continue using a damaged unit. Using a damaged unit may result in fire or electric shock. When reattaching the tilt stand, please use the same screws and tighten them securely.
CAUTION Handle with care when carrying the unit. Disconnect the power cord and cables when moving the unit. Moving the unit with the cord 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.
Notice for this monitor 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. The LCD panel is manufactured using high-precision technology. However, note that the appearance of any missing pixels or lit pixels does not indicate damage to the LCD monitor. Percentage of effective pixels: 99.9994% or higher. The backlight of the LCD panel has a fixed life span.
CONTENTS PRECAUTIONS....................................................... 1 2-8 Setting Adjustment Menu Position............... 18 ● To adjust the menu position [Menu Position]..... 18 Notice for this monitor............................................... 5 2-9 Viewing Information/Setting Language........ 18 ● To check settings, usage time, etc. To use the monitor comfortably................................ 5 [Information]......................................................
Chapter 1 Features and Overview Thank you very much for choosing an EIZO color LCD monitor. 1-1 Features • Dual-input compliant (DVI-D and D-sub mini 15-pin connectors) • DVI digital input (TMDS) compliant • Horizontal scan frequency: Analog: 24.
1-3 Functions and Basic Operation To adjust the screen and color Main menu (Refer to page 9 for operation) (for analog signal input only) 1 • The Adjustment menu and the FineContrast mode cannot be displayed at the same time.
To make useful settings/adjustments Adjustment menu (Refer to below for operation) Information Page 18 ● To check settings, usage time, etc.
Chapter 2 Settings and Adjustments 2-1 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 application software programs. ● Disk contents and software overview The disk includes color profiles, application software programs for adjustment, and User’s Manual. Refer to “Readme. txt” or the “Readme” file on the disk for software startup procedures or file access procedures. Item Overview A “Readme.
2-2 Screen Adjustment Digital Input When digital signals are input, images are displayed correctly based on the preset data of the monitor. Analog Input Attention The monitor screen adjustment is used to suppress flickering of the screen or adjust screen position and screen size correctly according to the PC to be used. To use the monitor comfortably, adjust the screen when the monitor is set up for the first time or when the settings of the PC in use are updated.
3 NOTE Perform advanced adjustments for the following using the menu of the Adjustment menu. ● To eliminate vertical bars [Clock] (1) Choose from the menu, and press . The menu appears. (2) Adjust the clock with or , and press • Press the control button slowly so as not to miss the adjustment point. • When blurring, flickering or bars appear on the screen after adjustment, proceed to [Phase] to remove flickering or blurring. .
4 Adjust the signal output range. ● To adjust color gradation automatically [Range] Every color gradation (0 to 255) can be displayed by adjusting the signal output level. (1) Choose from the menu, and press . or , and press . (2) Select “Execute” with (3) Color gradation is adjusted correctly by the auto-adjustment function. The output range is adjusted automatically to display images with the maximum color gradation.
2-3 Color Adjustment Simple Adjustment [FineContrast Mode] This function allows you to select the best display mode for monitor brightness, etc. ● FineContrast mode An appropriate display mode is selectable out of three modes. Mode Purpose Custom Available for making desired setting. sRGB Suitable for color matching with sRGB compatible peripherals. Text Suitable for displaying texts for word processing or spreadsheets. FineContrast mode name Example) Custom Displays current mode.
Attention Advanced Adjustments [Adjustment Menu] • Perform [Range Adjustment] before starting color adjustment for analog input signals. Refer to “To adjust color gradation automatically” on page 13. • Wait 30 minutes or more from monitor power on before starting the color adjustment. • Choose “Reset” in the menu to revert to the default settings (factory settings) of hue of the color mode selected.
2-4 Off Timer Settings ● To set monitor power-off time [Off Timer] This function allows the monitor to automatically turn off after a specified time has passed. This function serves to reduce afterimages caused when the monitor screen is left on for a long time period without use. Use this function when an image is displayed throughout the day. Attention • The Off Timer functions even in the power saving mode, but the advance notice is disabled. The monitor power is turned off without advance notice.
2-5 Power Indicator/EIZO Logo Display Settings ● To turn off the Power indicator while a screen is displayed [Power Indicator] NOTE • The Power indicator lights up at power on with the default setting. This function enables to turn off the Power indicator (blue) while a screen is displayed. . (1) Choose from the Adjustment menu, and press (2) Choose from the menu, and press . The menu appears. (3) Select “Disable” with or , and press .
2-7 Disabling DDC/CI Communication ● To disable DDC/CI communication [Procedure] (1) Press to turn off the unit. (2) Press again while pressing . DDC/CI communication setting is disabled. [Resetting] (1) Press to turn off the unit. (2) Press again while pressing . DDC/CI communication setting is enabled. [Checking the setting status] (1) Select menu in the Adjustment menu and press . The menu appears.
2-10 Setting BrightRegulator ● To set automatic brightness adjustment [BrightRegulator] The sensor on the front side of the monitor detects the environmental brightness to adjust the screen brightness automatically and comfortably. . (1) Choose from the Adjustment menu, and press (2) Choose < BrightRegulator> from the menu, and press NOTE • Be careful not to block the sensor on the lower side of the monitor when using the BrightRegulator function. .
Chapter 3 Connecting Cables 3-1 Connecting Two PCs to the Monitor Two PCs can be connected to the monitor through the DVI-D and the D-Sub mini 15 pin connector on the back of the monitor. Connection examples D-sub mini DVI-D connector 15-pin Connector To PC 2 To PC 1 DVI-D connector D-sub mini 15-pin Connector Signal cable (Digital) FD-C39 (supplied) Signal cable MD-C87 (supplied) Selecting input signal Input Signal Selection button Switch the input signal with .
Chapter 4 Troubleshooting If a problem still remains after applying the suggested remedies, contact your local dealer. • No-picture problems → See No.1 - No.2. • Imaging problems → See No.3 - No.11. • Other problems → See No.12 - No.14. Problems 1. 2. Possible cause and remedy No picture • Power indicator does not light. • Check whether the power cord is connected correctly. • Press . • Power indicator is lighting blue. • Set each RGB adjusting value in to higher level.
Problems Possible cause and remedy 8. Afterimages appear. • Use a screen saver or off timer function for a long-time image display. • Afterimages are particular to LCD monitors. Avoid displaying the same image for a long time. 9. Green/red/blue/white dots or defective dots remain • This is due to LCD panel characteristics and is not a on the screen. failure. 10. Interference patterns or pressure marks remain on • Leave the monitor with a white or black screen. The the screen. symptom may disappear.
Chapter 5 Reference 5-1 Attaching an Arm The stand can be removed and replaced with an arm (or another stand) to be attached to the monitor. Use an arm or stand of EIZO option. [Attaching] 1 Lay the LCD monitor on a soft cloth spread over on a stable surface with the panel surface facing down. 2 Remove the stand. (Prepare a screwdriver.) Unscrew the four screws securing the unit and the stand with the screwdriver. 3 Attach the monitor to the arm or stand.
5-2 Power Saving Mode Analog input This monitor complies with the VESA DPMS standard. [Power Saving System] PC Operating Power saving Power Indicator Monitor STAND-BY SUSPENDED OFF Operating Blue Power saving Orange Attention • Unplugging the power cord completely shuts off power supply to the monitor. • Power consumption changes even when a sound input signal is detected. [Resumption Procedure] • Operate the mouse or keyboard to resume the normal screen.
5-4 Specifications LCD Panel 15-inch (38 cm) TFT color LCD with anti-glare hard coating Viewing angle: Vertical 135°, Horizontal 150° (CR: 10 or more) Dot Pitch 0.297 mm Horizontal Scan Frequency Analog: 24.8 - 60 kHz Digital: 31 - 49 kHz Vertical Scan Frequency Analog: 55 - 75 Hz (Non-interlace) Digital: 59 - 61 Hz, (VGA Text: 69 - 71 Hz) (Non-interlace) Resolution 1024 dots × 768 lines Max. Dot Clock Analog: 80 MHz Digital: 65 MHz Max. Display Colors 16.
Main default settings (factory settings) BrightRegulator Disable Smoothing 3 FineContrast Mode Custom Input Signal Auto Off Timer Disable Language English Outside Dimensions unit : mm (inch) 313(12.3) 81(3.19) 35° 35° SWIVEL TILT 3 0° 69(2.72) 38.5 (1.52) 123(4.84) 90(3.54) 100(3.9) 45 (1.77) 90(3.54) 100(3.9) 119(4.7) 123(4.84) 65.5(2.58) (365)(14.37) 229.3(9) 280(11) 325(12.8) 346(13.6) 305.4(12) 200(7.9) 26 S1501_UM_EN.indd 26 175(6.9) (217)(8.5) 43.5 (1.
Connector Pin Assignment • DVI-D connector 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 Pin No. Signal Pin No. 1 T.M.D.S. Data 2- 9 2 T.M.D.S. Data 2+ 3 T.M.D.S. Data2/4 Shield 4 Signal Pin No. Signal T.M.D.S. Data1- 17 T.M.D.S. Data 0- 10 T.M.D.S. Data1+ 18 T.M.D.S. Data 0+ 11 T.M.D.S. Data1/3 Shield 19 T.M.D.S. Data 0/5 Shield NC* 12 NC* 20 NC* 5 NC* 13 NC* 21 NC* 6 DDC Clock (SCL) 14 +5V Power 22 T.M.D.S.
5-5 Glossary Clock The analog input monitor needs to reproduce a clock of the same frequency as the dot clock of the graphics system in use, when the analog input signal is converted to a digital signal for image display. This is called clock adjustment. If the clock pulse is not set correctly, some vertical bars appear on the screen. DDC/CI (Display Data Channel/Command Interface) VESA provides the standardization for the interactive communication of the setting information, etc.
5-6 Preset Timing The following table shows factory preset video timing (for analog signal only). Mode Dot clock VGA 640×480@60Hz 25.2 MHz VGA 720×400@70Hz 28.3 MHz PC-9801 640×400@56Hz 21.1 MHz PC-9821 640×400@70Hz 25.2 MHz Macintosh 640×480@67Hz Macintosh 832×624@75Hz 30.2 MHz 57.3 MHz VESA 640×480@72Hz 31.5 MHz VESA 640×480@75Hz 31.5 MHz VESA 800×600@56Hz 36.0 MHz VESA 800×600@60Hz 40.0 MHz VESA 800×600@72Hz 50.0 MHz VESA 800×600@75Hz 49.5 MHz VESA 1024×768@60Hz 65.
Congratulations! The display you have just purchased carries the TCO’03 Displays label. This means that your display is designed, manufactured and tested according to some of the strictest quality and environmental requirements in the world. This makes for a high performance product, designed with the user in focus that also minimizes the Impact on our natural environment.
For U.S.A. , Canada, etc. (rated 100-120 Vac) Only FCC Declaration of Conformity We, the Responsible Party EIZO NANAO TECHNOLOGIES INC. 5710 Warland Drive, Cypress, CA 90630 Phone: (562) 431-5011 declare that the product Trade name: EIZO Model: FlexScan S1501 is in conformity with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Hinweise zur Auswahl des richtigen Schwenkarms für Ihren Monitor Dieser Monitor ist für Bildschirmarbeitsplätze vorgesehen. Wenn nicht der zum Standardzubehör gehörige Schwenkarm verwendet wird, muss statt dessen ein geeigneter anderer Schwenkarm installiert werden.