Quantum Data 880 - Manual (Page 14)

Model 880 Series Quick Start Guide 14
Note: For more information about formats, see the 881/882 User's Guide.
Selecting formats automatically
When testing EDID-compatible displays, the generator can automatically update the
Source list to include only formats supported by the display under test.
To update the Source list automatically:
1. Connect the generator to the display you want to test.
2. Press the Sink key.
3. Press the Options key. The following information appears on the generator’s dis-
play.
4. Choose the Read EDID item by pressing the adjacent soft key. A + appears next to
Read EDID, indicating it is enabled.
The generator loads the Source list with formats supported by the connected display
(hot-plug formats read via EDID structure of attached display).
Note: To disable hot plug formats press the soft key adjacent to Read EDID. A -
next to Read EDID indicates it is disabled.
To bypass hot plug formats:
1. Connect the generator to the display you want to test.
2. Press the Sink key.
3. Press the Options key. The following information appears on the generator’s dis-
play.
4. Choose the HP Bypass item by pressing the adjacent soft key. A + appears next to
Read EDID, indicating it is enabled.
4. Disable hot plug (enable hot plug bypass) by pressing the adjacent soft key until a '-
' (minus sign) is displayed indicating disabled.
Selecting Video Formats