Mermaid Technology 150170181190 - Manual (Page 3)

mermaid ventura 150/170/181/190 TFT Video Models - Users Manual Version 3.0a
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1. Introduction
The mermaid ventura 150 TFT, 170 TFT, 181 TFT, and 190 TFT are state of the art high-tech flat panel TFT
monitors, incorporating high quality TFT-LCD panels with maximum resolution of 1280x1024 (17”, 18.1” &
19”) and 1024x768 (15”). 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 150 TFT Video-IN: TN (Twisted Nematic)
• ventura 170 TFT Video-IN: ACE (Advanced Coplanar Electrode)
• ventura 181/190 TFT Video-IN: 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)
• +12 Volt DC Power (2.5 mm Jack 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 (SXGA resolution does not apply to 15” monitor.)
• 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 150 TFT, ventura 170 TFT, ventura 181 TFT or 190 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 (17”, 18.1” & 19”) or 1024x768 (15”). Set the 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.