Preface, Important information – Mermaid Technology 240 User Manual
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mermaid ventura 213/240 - Users manual Version 3.0
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1. Preface
The mermaid ventura 213T and 240T are state of the art high-tech flat panel TFT monitors with resolutions of 1600x1200
and 1920x1200 respectively. They are based on the newest PVA technology, which gives very fast response times and
therefore excellent suitability for video and gaming applications. The monitors are made of steel and hardened glass which
provides excellent stability and strength. The integrated hinge means you are able to adjust the monitor for optimal
viewing angle and comfort.
Connections:
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Analog VGA (D-Sub connector)
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DVI (DVI-I connector)
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S-Video (4-pole Mini-Din)
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CVBS, Composite Video (RCA/Phono connector)
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YUV (YprPb) or Component RGB with Sync on Green (3xRCA/Phono connectors)
Features:
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Graphical icon based OSD menu controlling all the functions of the monitor.
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PIP (Picture In Picture) featuring different placements and sizes.
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Vertical picture split PC/Video with fully configurable content.
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Adjustment of brightness, contrast, hue, sharpness and colour saturation when video input is selected.
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Remote control is optional.
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Accepts refresh rates of between 56 Hz and 75 Hz.
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VESA DPMS power saving compatible.
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4:3 to 16:9 aspect ratio conversions built in.
2. Important information
Both the 213T and the 240T require a high quality graphics board which incorporates a high bandwidth (the ability to
generate a high quality VGA signal even at high resolutions). In general, older type graphic boards are not suitable to drive
the 213T and 240T. The mermaid ventura 213T is less demanding than the 240T and therefore can be driven by larger
variety of graphics boards. Furthermore, it is important to use cables of good quality and to keep the analog VGA as short
as possible.
If you should decide to drive the monitor by means of DVI, a graphics board with DVI-D or DVI-I output is required. It is
also recommended to use a DVI graphics board which is compatible with the newest DVI 2.XX standard. Older versions
have shown to be incompatible and may provide problems.
When using the monitors with Windows XP, it is recommended that the refresh rate be set to 60 Hz before connecting the
213T or 240T.
Please save the packaging. It has been designed to provide optimal support and protection for the monitor during
transportation.