Mermaid Technology 170 Computer Monitor User Manual


 
mermaid ventura 170/181 TFT Video Models - Users Manual Version 1.0a
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1. Introduction
The mermaid ventura 170 TFT and 181 TFT are state of the art high-tech flat panel TFT monitors,
incorporating high quality TFT-LCD panels with maximum resolution of 1280x1024. They are
based on the newest technology with high brightness 4-lamp CCFL backlight units. The very fast
response time provides excellent suitability for video and gaming applications. The monitors are
made of steel and hardened glass providing excellent stability and strength. The integrated hinge
and high adjustment means you are able to manouvre the monitors for optimal viewing angle and
comfort. The monitors are fully DDC 2 compliant, which makes installation very easy.
Panel technology:
ventura 170 TFT: ACE (Advanced Coplanar Electrode)
ventura 181 TFT: PVA (Patterned Vertical Alignment)
Connections:
Analog VGA (D-Sub connector via integrated cable)
Audio input (Mini Jack)
S-Video (Y/C) (Mini-DIN connector via integrated cable)
Composite (CVBS) (RCA connector via integrated cable)
Features:
State of the art high performance picture quality design
Analog VGA interface
Composite (x1) and S-Video (x1) inputs
Full CRT multi-sync monitor compatibility
Multi-sync capability up to SXGA resolution, 75Hz max., compatible standard DOS, VGA,
SVGA, XGA and SXGA VESA timing
Expand DOS, VGA, SVGA and XGA to full screen display
24 bit (16.7 million) true color data processing and display driving
Single control operated & transparent On-Screen-Display (hereafter ‘OSD’) user interface
Full control of all relevant display and interface parameters via OSD
Multi language support
VESA DDC1/2B compliant
Compatible with VESA DPMS power saving modes
+12VDC single power: 45watts AC/DC power adapter recommended. (Supplied)
Operating temperature: 0 to 50°C
Internal passive speakers (2watt x 2 ch. / 8 ohms)
2. Important Information
When using the ventura 170 TFT and ventura 181 TFT with Windows NT, the computer needs
to be started in VGA mode the first time. Log on as administrator and set the resolution to
1280x1024 and refresh rate to 60 Hz. The computer can then be started in normal mode.
Please save the packaging. It has been designed to provide optimal support and protection for
the monitor during transportation.