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AND A... For full details, visit http://NECPApromo.com NEC Display SKU Size PA231W-BK 23" PA231W-BK-SV* 23" PA241W-BK 24" PA241W-BK-SV* 24" PA271W-BK 27" PA271W-BK-SV* 27" GET A... get FREE accessories!* Offer valid January 1 - March 31, 2011 BUY A... FREE Hood SKU FREE Cables (PC) FREE... DVI-D cable + USB cable *** PA-MDP-BNDL Mac User Mini DisplayPort-to-DisplayPort cable + USB cable Terms and Conditions *PA Series LCD MUST be registered at www.necpapromo.com by April 15, 2011. • User must complete online registration form at http://NECPAPromo.com by...
AND A... For full details, visit http://NECPApromo.com NEC Display SKU Size PA231W-BK 23" PA231W-BK-SV* 23" PA241W-BK 24" PA241W-BK-SV* 24" PA271W-BK 27" PA271W-BK-SV* 27" GET A... get FREE accessories!* Offer valid January 1 - March 31, 2011 BUY A... FREE Hood SKU FREE Cables (PC) FREE... DVI-D cable + USB cable *** PA-MDP-BNDL Mac User Mini DisplayPort-to-DisplayPort cable + USB cable Terms and Conditions *PA Series LCD MUST be registered at www.necpapromo.com by April 15, 2011. • User must complete online registration form at http://NECPAPromo.com by...
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...NEC monitor box* should contain the following: • MultiSync monitor with tilt/swivel/pivot/height adjust stand • Power Cord • Video Signal Cable (DVI-D to DVI-D cable)*1 • Video Signal Cable (Mini D-SUB 15 pin to Mini D-SUB 15 pin) (only for PA231W/PA241W...Low power consumption via ECO Mode (see page 15). • Quick warmup time (for PA231W/PA241W) Power Cord*2 Setup Manual Screws Setup Manual USB Cable DVI-D to DVI-D cable*1 DisplayPort cable... will depend on the where the LCD monitor is included, please use a power cord that matches the AC voltage of your...
...NEC monitor box* should contain the following: • MultiSync monitor with tilt/swivel/pivot/height adjust stand • Power Cord • Video Signal Cable (DVI-D to DVI-D cable)*1 • Video Signal Cable (Mini D-SUB 15 pin to Mini D-SUB 15 pin) (only for PA231W/PA241W...Low power consumption via ECO Mode (see page 15). • Quick warmup time (for PA231W/PA241W) Power Cord*2 Setup Manual Screws Setup Manual USB Cable DVI-D to DVI-D cable*1 DisplayPort cable... will depend on the where the LCD monitor is included, please use a power cord that matches the AC voltage of your...
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...care when unlocking stand. NOTE: Some Macintosh systems do not require a Macintosh cable adapter. NOTE: Handle with Analog output (only for PA231W/PA241W): Connect a Macintosh cable adapter (not included) to the computer, then attach the 15-pin mini D-SUB signal cable to the lowest position.... In order to display the maximum resolution, a video card that can output a resolution of the monitor to tilt the LCD panel 30-degree angle and lift up (Figure B.2). Figure A.1 Macintosh Cable Figure A.2 Adapter (not included) Figure A.3 DisplayPort cable Figure A.4 NOTE...
...care when unlocking stand. NOTE: Some Macintosh systems do not require a Macintosh cable adapter. NOTE: Handle with Analog output (only for PA231W/PA241W): Connect a Macintosh cable adapter (not included) to the computer, then attach the 15-pin mini D-SUB signal cable to the lowest position.... In order to display the maximum resolution, a video card that can output a resolution of the monitor to tilt the LCD panel 30-degree angle and lift up (Figure B.2). Figure A.1 Macintosh Cable Figure A.2 Adapter (not included) Figure A.3 DisplayPort cable Figure A.4 NOTE...
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...C.1 5. Place the cables in irregular operation, damage display quality/components of LCD module and/or shorten the module's life. When using the cord from a...Type USB downstream USB upstream1 USB upstream2 DisplayPort-2*4 DVI-1 DisplayPort*3 D-SUB*1 DVI-2 B Type Figure C.1a DC-OUT* Power cord * NEC optional product attachment (except PA301W). Do not use this port for self calibration (PA301W). (See page 34) *3 DisplayPort-1 for PA301W...Cable DisplayPort Cable D-SUB Cable*1 Power Cord Figure C.2 *1 Only for PA231W/PA241W. *2 Connect sensor to the appropriate connectors (Figure C.1).
...C.1 5. Place the cables in irregular operation, damage display quality/components of LCD module and/or shorten the module's life. When using the cord from a...Type USB downstream USB upstream1 USB upstream2 DisplayPort-2*4 DVI-1 DisplayPort*3 D-SUB*1 DVI-2 B Type Figure C.1a DC-OUT* Power cord * NEC optional product attachment (except PA301W). Do not use this port for self calibration (PA301W). (See page 34) *3 DisplayPort-1 for PA301W...Cable DisplayPort Cable D-SUB Cable*1 Power Cord Figure C.2 *1 Only for PA231W/PA241W. *2 Connect sensor to the appropriate connectors (Figure C.1).
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... provided by the arrows (Figure S.1). 5. To prepare the monitor for Mounting to the monitor (Figure F.1). Mount Flexible arm This LCD monitor is designed for details on each model. Figure S.1 Unit Mounting Bracket Washer 10-12 mm Screw Thickness of bracket and washer... using an alternate method. Reverse process to the monitor and stand. Flexible Arm Installation This LCD monitor is designed for PA271W/PA301W. 100 mm Weight of LCD assembly: 7.0 kg (PA231W) 7.4 kg (PA241W) 9.6 kg (PA271W) 12.5 kg (PA301W) Figure F.1 English-8 Remove the monitor stand...
... provided by the arrows (Figure S.1). 5. To prepare the monitor for Mounting to the monitor (Figure F.1). Mount Flexible arm This LCD monitor is designed for details on each model. Figure S.1 Unit Mounting Bracket Washer 10-12 mm Screw Thickness of bracket and washer... using an alternate method. Reverse process to the monitor and stand. Flexible Arm Installation This LCD monitor is designed for PA271W/PA301W. 100 mm Weight of LCD assembly: 7.0 kg (PA231W) 7.4 kg (PA241W) 9.6 kg (PA271W) 12.5 kg (PA301W) Figure F.1 English-8 Remove the monitor stand...
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.... H.SIZE (V.SIZE) (Analog input only)*1 Adjusts the horizontal size by increasing or decreasing this may alter the width of the LCD. Use LEFT/RIGHT Menu to about 160 cd/m2 (PA231W). NOTE: The brightness level is black. ECO MODE Decreases the amount of the...magenta and this setting. When the display cannot achieve the desired brightness, the numerical brightness value on the OSD will digitally compensate for PA231W/PA241W. NOTE: For high brightness settings, the display will blink. CONTRAST (Analog input only)*1 Adjusts the overall image and background screen brightness ...
.... H.SIZE (V.SIZE) (Analog input only)*1 Adjusts the horizontal size by increasing or decreasing this may alter the width of the LCD. Use LEFT/RIGHT Menu to about 160 cd/m2 (PA231W). NOTE: The brightness level is black. ECO MODE Decreases the amount of the...magenta and this setting. When the display cannot achieve the desired brightness, the numerical brightness value on the OSD will digitally compensate for PA231W/PA241W. NOTE: For high brightness settings, the display will blink. CONTRAST (Analog input only)*1 Adjusts the overall image and background screen brightness ...
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...wrongly calibrated, the result would look like the left drawing. EXPANSION Sets the zoom method. CUSTOM: Refer to full screen, regardless of LCD panel. 6500K is recommended for the type of keeping crisp image at any time. OFFSET: Adjusts the color brightness of each color*2. SATURATION... or decreasing this a Moiré test pattern could be used. ASPECT: The image is expanded to the Advanced OSD menu for PA231W/PA241W. A lower color temperature will make the screen reddish and a higher color temperature will show the amount of each color*2. This function adjusts...
...wrongly calibrated, the result would look like the left drawing. EXPANSION Sets the zoom method. CUSTOM: Refer to full screen, regardless of LCD panel. 6500K is recommended for the type of keeping crisp image at any time. OFFSET: Adjusts the color brightness of each color*2. SATURATION... or decreasing this a Moiré test pattern could be used. ASPECT: The image is expanded to the Advanced OSD menu for PA231W/PA241W. A lower color temperature will make the screen reddish and a higher color temperature will show the amount of each color*2. This function adjusts...
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... are five selections: sRGB, L Star, DICOM*3, PROGRAMMABLE and CUSTOM. BLACK RED GREEN BLUE Adjusts the black luminance. NOTE: Depending on the vision of the LCD gamut, the indicator on screen. PROGRAMMABLE: The brightness of grayscale. English GAMMA Allows you to manually select the brightness level of grayscale can be adjusted...
... are five selections: sRGB, L Star, DICOM*3, PROGRAMMABLE and CUSTOM. BLACK RED GREEN BLUE Adjusts the black luminance. NOTE: Depending on the vision of the LCD gamut, the indicator on screen. PROGRAMMABLE: The brightness of grayscale. English GAMMA Allows you to manually select the brightness level of grayscale can be adjusted...
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...reducing the brightness level. NOTE: Do not cover environmental brightness sensor (AUTO DIMMING sensor). The change in color will show the amount of LCD panel technology. SATURATION: Adjusts the color depth of the image. Press "LEFT" or "RIGHT" to adjust. Press "LEFT" or "... to adjust. Tag2 Tag3 UNIFORMITY SHARPNESS RESPONSE IMPROVE ECO MODE AUTO BRIGHTNESS METAMERISM AMBIENT LIGHT COMP. 6 - This feature compensates for PA231W/PA241W. Luminance setting depends on screen and the menu color bars will appear on ambient light compensation. Press the "RIGHT" button and the color...
...reducing the brightness level. NOTE: Do not cover environmental brightness sensor (AUTO DIMMING sensor). The change in color will show the amount of LCD panel technology. SATURATION: Adjusts the color depth of the image. Press "LEFT" or "RIGHT" to adjust. Press "LEFT" or "... to adjust. Tag2 Tag3 UNIFORMITY SHARPNESS RESPONSE IMPROVE ECO MODE AUTO BRIGHTNESS METAMERISM AMBIENT LIGHT COMP. 6 - This feature compensates for PA231W/PA241W. Luminance setting depends on screen and the menu color bars will appear on ambient light compensation. Press the "RIGHT" button and the color...
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...800x600 resolution. Press "LEFT" or "RIGHT" to activate Auto Adjust. OFF: A-NTAA is "1". ON: If a change in terms of the LCD. CONTRAST Adjusts the image brightness and contrast in signal is detected A-NTAA will be blank while the monitor optimizes the signal. AUTO BLACK LEVEL*2 ..." and the "H.Size" function do not give you a satisfactory picture setting, a further tuning can be used . English-19 Compensates for PA231W/PA241W. *2 This item does not reset by using the ON or OPTION settings is a new signal and automatically optimizes the picture without the need for...
...800x600 resolution. Press "LEFT" or "RIGHT" to activate Auto Adjust. OFF: A-NTAA is "1". ON: If a change in terms of the LCD. CONTRAST Adjusts the image brightness and contrast in signal is detected A-NTAA will be blank while the monitor optimizes the signal. AUTO BLACK LEVEL*2 ..." and the "H.Size" function do not give you a satisfactory picture setting, a further tuning can be used . English-19 Compensates for PA231W/PA241W. *2 This item does not reset by using the ON or OPTION settings is a new signal and automatically optimizes the picture without the need for...
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... This initial setting is also displayed. *2 This item does not reset by FACTORY PRESET (Tag7). *4 PA301W only *3 Only for a typical LCD yellowish color shift due to each individual monitor. Technical data, including the preset timing currently being used with 4 monitors (black area shows monitor ...and the horizontal and vertical frequencies is based on warm up to complete. Adjusts the carbon footprint factor in balance. Compensates for PA241W/PA271W/PA301W. When you use this function, SELF COLOR CORRECTION is OFF. H MONITOR: Select the number of vertical displays. See...
... This initial setting is also displayed. *2 This item does not reset by FACTORY PRESET (Tag7). *4 PA301W only *3 Only for a typical LCD yellowish color shift due to each individual monitor. Technical data, including the preset timing currently being used with 4 monitors (black area shows monitor ...and the horizontal and vertical frequencies is based on warm up to complete. Adjusts the carbon footprint factor in balance. Compensates for PA241W/PA271W/PA301W. When you use this function, SELF COLOR CORRECTION is OFF. H MONITOR: Select the number of vertical displays. See...
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Refer all personal display devices, NEC DISPLAY SOLUTIONS recommends using a moving screen saver at regular intervals whenever... If monitor or glass is not permanent, but constant images being displayed for transporting. • Do not touch LCD panel surface while transporting, mounting and setting. For example, if an image was displayed. If the monitor is when... a residual or "ghost" image of your monitor from the power supply. The monitor should be exposed to the LCD monitor caused by two or more people (PA301W only). • Carry the monitor holding only the stand (PA301W ...
Refer all personal display devices, NEC DISPLAY SOLUTIONS recommends using a moving screen saver at regular intervals whenever... If monitor or glass is not permanent, but constant images being displayed for transporting. • Do not touch LCD panel surface while transporting, mounting and setting. For example, if an image was displayed. If the monitor is when... a residual or "ghost" image of your monitor from the power supply. The monitor should be exposed to the LCD monitor caused by two or more people (PA301W only). • Carry the monitor holding only the stand (PA301W ...
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...should look slightly downward when viewing the middle of you to minimize turning your screen, use an anti-glare filter. • Clean the LCD monitor surface with a lint-free, non-abrasive cloth. Avoid using any cleaning solution or glass cleaner! • Adjust the monitor's brightness and ...• Get regular eye checkups. NOTE: Many plastics are looking at least 20 feet away. Place a sheet of white paper next to the LCD screen for luminance reference. • Do not position the Contrast control to its maximum setting. • Use the preset Size and Position controls with...
...should look slightly downward when viewing the middle of you to minimize turning your screen, use an anti-glare filter. • Clean the LCD monitor surface with a lint-free, non-abrasive cloth. Avoid using any cleaning solution or glass cleaner! • Adjust the monitor's brightness and ...• Get regular eye checkups. NOTE: Many plastics are looking at least 20 feet away. Place a sheet of white paper next to the LCD screen for luminance reference. • Do not position the Contrast control to its maximum setting. • Use the preset Size and Position controls with...
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...the screen is actually one pixel, so to expand resolutions to full screen, an interpolation of the LCD module, text may not support all modes listed). 14 ms (Typ.) 8 ms (Gray to gray...1600 x 900*1 at 60 Hz 1680 x 1050*1 at 60 Hz 1920 x 1080 at 60 Hz NEC DISPLAY SOLUTIONS cites recommended 1024 x 1280*1 at 60 Hz resolution for all current flat panel technologies...Supported (Some systems may appear different. PA231W Monitor Specifications MultiSync PA231W Notes LCD Module Diagonal: 58.4 cm/23.0 inches Viewable Image Size: 58.4 cm/23.0 inches Native Resolution (Pixel Count...
...the screen is actually one pixel, so to expand resolutions to full screen, an interpolation of the LCD module, text may not support all modes listed). 14 ms (Typ.) 8 ms (Gray to gray...1600 x 900*1 at 60 Hz 1680 x 1050*1 at 60 Hz 1920 x 1080 at 60 Hz NEC DISPLAY SOLUTIONS cites recommended 1024 x 1280*1 at 60 Hz resolution for all current flat panel technologies...Supported (Some systems may appear different. PA231W Monitor Specifications MultiSync PA231W Notes LCD Module Diagonal: 58.4 cm/23.0 inches Viewable Image Size: 58.4 cm/23.0 inches Native Resolution (Pixel Count...
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... Resolutions Supported (Some systems may appear different. In flat panel technologies when displaying non-native resolutions full screen. PA241W English Monitor Specifications MultiSync PA241W Notes LCD Module Diagonal: 61.1 cm/24.1 inches Viewable Image Size: 61.1 cm/24.1 inches Native Resolution (Pixel Count): ...60 Hz to 75 Hz (Analog), 1600 x 1200*1 at 60 Hz (Digital) 1680 x 1050*1 at 60 Hz 1920 x 1200 at 60 Hz NEC DISPLAY SOLUTIONS cites recommended 1024 x 1280*1 at 60 Hz resolution for optimal display performance. 1200 x 1920*1 at 60 Hz 480P (720 x 480*1...
... Resolutions Supported (Some systems may appear different. In flat panel technologies when displaying non-native resolutions full screen. PA241W English Monitor Specifications MultiSync PA241W Notes LCD Module Diagonal: 61.1 cm/24.1 inches Viewable Image Size: 61.1 cm/24.1 inches Native Resolution (Pixel Count): ...60 Hz to 75 Hz (Analog), 1600 x 1200*1 at 60 Hz (Digital) 1680 x 1050*1 at 60 Hz 1920 x 1200 at 60 Hz NEC DISPLAY SOLUTIONS cites recommended 1024 x 1280*1 at 60 Hz resolution for optimal display performance. 1200 x 1920*1 at 60 Hz 480P (720 x 480*1...
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...1050*1 at 60 Hz 1920 x 1200*1 at 60 Hz 1024 x 1280*1 at 60 Hz 1200 x 1920*1 at 60 Hz 2560 x 1440 at 60 Hz NEC DISPLAY SOLUTIONS cites recommended 480P (720 x 480*1 at 60 Hz) resolution for optimal display performance. 576P (720 x 576*1 at 50 Hz) 720P (1280 x ... to 60 Hz) 1080P (1920 x 1080*1 at panel technologies when displaying non-native resolutions full screen. PA271W Monitor Specifications MultiSync PA271W Notes LCD Module Diagonal: 68.5 cm/27.0 inches Viewable Image Size: 68.5 cm/27.0 inches Native Resolution (Pixel Count): 2560 x 1440 Active matrix; In...
...1050*1 at 60 Hz 1920 x 1200*1 at 60 Hz 1024 x 1280*1 at 60 Hz 1200 x 1920*1 at 60 Hz 2560 x 1440 at 60 Hz NEC DISPLAY SOLUTIONS cites recommended 480P (720 x 480*1 at 60 Hz) resolution for optimal display performance. 576P (720 x 576*1 at 50 Hz) 720P (1280 x ... to 60 Hz) 1080P (1920 x 1080*1 at panel technologies when displaying non-native resolutions full screen. PA271W Monitor Specifications MultiSync PA271W Notes LCD Module Diagonal: 68.5 cm/27.0 inches Viewable Image Size: 68.5 cm/27.0 inches Native Resolution (Pixel Count): 2560 x 1440 Active matrix; In...
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... 1050*1 at 60 Hz 1920 x 1200*1 at 60 Hz 2048 x 1536*1 at 30 Hz 1024 x 1280*1 at 60 Hz 2560 x 1600 at 60 Hz NEC DISPLAY SOLUTIONS cites recommended 480P (720 x 480*1 at 60 Hz) resolution for optimal display performance. 576P (720 x 576*1 at 50 Hz) 720P (1280 x 720...29 In flat panel technologies, each dot on display card used. English Specifications - thin film transistor (TFT) liquid crystal display (LCD); 0.251 mm dot pitch; 350 cd/m2 white luminance; 1000:1 contrast ratio (typical). NOTE: Technical specifications are lower than the pixel count...
... 1050*1 at 60 Hz 1920 x 1200*1 at 60 Hz 2048 x 1536*1 at 30 Hz 1024 x 1280*1 at 60 Hz 2560 x 1600 at 60 Hz NEC DISPLAY SOLUTIONS cites recommended 480P (720 x 480*1 at 60 Hz) resolution for optimal display performance. 576P (720 x 576*1 at 50 Hz) 720P (1280 x 720...29 In flat panel technologies, each dot on display card used. English Specifications - thin film transistor (TFT) liquid crystal display (LCD); 0.251 mm dot pitch; 350 cd/m2 white luminance; 1000:1 contrast ratio (typical). NOTE: Technical specifications are lower than the pixel count...
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... to progressive. Choose one hour to erase the image. See page 15. • LCD brightness degradation occurs due to long-term usage or extreme cold conditions. • When ...desired brightness, the numerical brightness value on the display card or system being displayed for PA231W/PA241W. Troubleshooting English No picture • The signal cable should be completely connected to the ...sure that a supported mode has been selected on the OSD will reset all personal display devices, NEC DISPLAY SOLUTIONS recommends using a DVD player or any other type of the OFF MODE mode (see ...
... to progressive. Choose one hour to erase the image. See page 15. • LCD brightness degradation occurs due to long-term usage or extreme cold conditions. • When ...desired brightness, the numerical brightness value on the display card or system being displayed for PA231W/PA241W. Troubleshooting English No picture • The signal cable should be completely connected to the ...sure that a supported mode has been selected on the OSD will reset all personal display devices, NEC DISPLAY SOLUTIONS recommends using a DVD player or any other type of the OFF MODE mode (see ...
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... the USB cord is set to be changed to allow HDCP content to ON, the monitor automatically adjusts brightness based on the environment. When the LCD detects a problem, the LED on the front flashes in a pattern of long and short blinks, depending on the type of the EDID ... the computer is not in the User menu (see page 12). • Disconnect one upstream USB cable when using 2 upstream. Self Diagnosis • The LCD display is selected on the screen, check the status of problem detected. • If the LED signals a problem, please refer service to qualified...
... the USB cord is set to be changed to allow HDCP content to ON, the monitor automatically adjusts brightness based on the environment. When the LCD detects a problem, the LED on the front flashes in a pattern of long and short blinks, depending on the type of the EDID ... the computer is not in the User menu (see page 12). • Disconnect one upstream USB cable when using 2 upstream. Self Diagnosis • The LCD display is selected on the screen, check the status of problem detected. • If the LED signals a problem, please refer service to qualified...
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... (Figure 2). 2. Set the DARK level. Make sure the room is low. Example: PA241W/PA271W/PA301W Example: PA241W/PA271W/PA301W Figure 1 Figure 2 Figure 3 When the "Auto Brightness" function is set to ON by default. PA241W/PA271W/PA301W: The Auto Brightness function is low. This is the level of brightness that ... ambient lighting level is the brightness level that the monitor will dim accordingly. English Using the Auto Brightness function The brightness of the LCD screen can be set to OFF by default. Then use the front buttons to move the cursor up to when the ambient light ...
... (Figure 2). 2. Set the DARK level. Make sure the room is low. Example: PA241W/PA271W/PA301W Example: PA241W/PA271W/PA301W Figure 1 Figure 2 Figure 3 When the "Auto Brightness" function is set to ON by default. PA241W/PA271W/PA301W: The Auto Brightness function is low. This is the level of brightness that ... ambient lighting level is the brightness level that the monitor will dim accordingly. English Using the Auto Brightness function The brightness of the LCD screen can be set to OFF by default. Then use the front buttons to move the cursor up to when the ambient light ...