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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:
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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:
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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:
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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
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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
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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.
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Please save the packaging. It has been designed to provide optimal support and protection for the monitor
during transportation.
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3. Content of the Box
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ventura 150 TFT (15”), ventura 170 TFT (17”), ventura 181 TFT (18.1”) or ventura 190 TFT (19”)
”Quickstart” card
Accessories bag including:
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PSU (45 Watt)
Powercord (Country specific)
Speaker cable
Users manual
Glass cleaner & screen wiping cloth
4. Unpacking, Placement and Setup (PC)
Note: To avoid condensation, please wait ½-1 hour, before operating the unit.
After the box has been opened, remove the accessories bag.
Bend the cardboard flaps outward and turn the box upside down, which will ensure the inlay foam with the
monitor is able to slide out. Do not drop the content on the floor.
Remove the foam side pieces and the plastic bag.
The monitor needs to be placed on a smooth and stable surface. This surface must be able to safely support 15 kg
(17”, 18.1” & 19”) or 10 kg (15”).
Make sure both the computer and monitor are turned off before connecting the monitor.
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Connect the monitor to the computer by means of the supplied VGA cable. (Attached to the monitor)
Connect the PSU to the monitor and AC outlet.
Turn on the computer and monitor.
OSD panel is located
beneath the monitor
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ventura 150 TFT, ventura 170 TFT, ventura 181 TFT and ventura 190 TFT are plug & play compatible via
VESA DDC1/2B. Windows 98, ME and XP will recognise this and self configure.
When using the ventura 150 TFT, ventura 170 TFT, ventura 181 TFT or ventura 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.
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5. OSD Key Functions
4-button OSD Panel
Auto Config:
(Hot key)
Source select:
(Hot key)
Select OSD Menu:
(Hot key)
OSD Menu selected:
Enter/
Escape
Down
Decrease(-)
Increase (+)
= key(s) which are pressed
Function
Description
Menu (Hot Key)
Auto Config (Hot Key)
Source Select *
Activates the OSD
Auto calibrate the monitor for optimal performance
When both keys are pressed, the monitor selects the next source
VGA Composite S-Video
Enters or Escapes the highlighted menu.
Moves the cursor down to the next menu item
Increases the value of the selected.
Select the next lower level menu.
Enter/Escape
Decrease (-)
Increase (+)
* When the monitor is turned on, it automatically scans the three different inputs (VGA, CVBS, Y/C) for a valid signal,
It then stops at the first valid input. The scan routine starts from the last used input.
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6. OSD Functions & Adjustments
RGB Main Menu
Several picture adjustments like brightness, contrast picture position etc.
Picture
Advanced picture adjustments
Monitor setup
Monitor setup
Advanced
Options
Utilities
RGB Picture Menu
Adjustment of brightness
Adjustment of contrast
Adjustment of horizontal picture position
Adjustment of vertical picture position
The phase setting allows slight picture disturbances
(snow & shimmering) to be eliminated.
Brightness
Contrast
H-Position
V-Position
Phase
The frequency setting allows the pixel clock frequency to be adjusted.
This will only have to be adjusted, if the automatic alignment was unable
to determine the correct pixel clock frequency.
Frequency
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RGB Advanced Menu
Adjustment of picture sharpness
5 = “Sharp” picture
1 = “Soft” picture
Selection of the appropriate “Gamma curve”
Two different curves “linear” and “crt” are available.
The “linear” gamma curve does not correct any color information,
which will be directly transferred to the display panel.
The “crt” gamma curve processes the color information according
to the scheme below, before it is transferred to the display panel.
Sharpness
Gamma
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RGB Advanced Menu - Continued
Adjustment of the color temperature.
Color temp
Select between 3 pre-defined temperature (6500K, 7300K or 9000K)
Or use the “User” setting to select the appropriate values yourself.
RGB Utility Menu
Selection of nine predefined OSD positions.
OSD
Variable OSD position - horizontal
Variable OSD position - vertical
Select OSD language (English/German)
Activates/deactivates the power management If the DPMS is active,
then the monitor switches off automatically, when there is no sync
signal, eg. When you turn of the computer. Before the monitr turns off,
a “No signal” message is displayed.
OSD h-pos
OSD v-pos
Language
dpms
If the DPMS is not active,
the “No signal” message is
shown until a valid video
signal is applied to the monitor.
Activates automatic source scan.
Info line
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RGB Utilities Menu
Adjustment of OSD turn off time after last key pressed.
You can select values between 5 and 60 sec. (5 sec. steps)
Changes type of the OSD background
Translucent = tranparanet
OSD timeout
OSD background
Opaque = solid (not transparent)
Resets all functions to factory default.
Factory reset
Video Picture Menu
When the signal source is either CVBS or S-video, the “picture”menu has other functions implemented.
Adjustment of the brightness
Adjustment of the contrats
Brightness
Contrast
Adjustment of the colorsaturation
Adjustment of the tint
Color
Tint
Adjustment of the picture sharpness
Selects between different ways to scale the video input
Sharpness
Scaling
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7. Warranty Terms
mermaid ventura 150 TFT Video-In, 170 TFT Video-In, ventura 181 TFT Video-In and ventura 190 TFT Video-
In are all covered by a 3-years send-in warranty.
Repair
If your mermaid ventura needs repairing, please visit www.mermaid.dk and fill-in the RMA-request. You will
then receive an RMA-number, which you must attach outside the monitor packing before you ship your product
to mermaid. We will return the product to you within 10 to 14 working days.
The guarantee terms set out above apply to Europe only.
8. If you need to contact us!
Contact mermaid customer support.
If you need to get in touch with mermaid technology, please contact us via phone or mail:
Phone
mermaid customer support opening hours are Monday to Friday 14.00-16.30.
By mail
mermaid technology a/s
Att.: Customer Support
Symfonivej 34-36
DK-2730 Herlev
Denmark
Telephone
+45 44 52 92 00
Telefax
+45 44 52 92 65
E-mail
Internet
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9. Troubleshooting
If you have troubles using your ventura monitor, please refer to following suggestions for troubleshooting.
If you can not rectify the problem yourself, please contact your distributor or place of purchase.
Symptom
Suggestions
Screen is blank
Ensure that the power cord is connected
“Check signal cable”
message
Ensure that the signal cable is connected
firmly to the signal source.
Ensure that the signal source is turned on.
“Sync out of range”
message
Check the maximum resolution and the
frequency of the video adapter.
The image is too dark or
bright
Adjust the brightness and contrast.
Horizontal bars appear
to flicker, jitter or
Adjust the “Phase”.
shimmer on the image
Vertical bars appear
to flicker, jitter or
Select “Auto Adjust” in OSD menu.
shimmer on the image
Screen is blank
The system activates power management
mode. Just press the PC keyboard or move
the PC mouse.
Check the display resolution and frequency
from your PC or video board is in available
mode for your monitor. On your PC, check
“Control Panel -> Display -> Settings”
If the setting is incorrect, you may change the
setting using PC utility program.
Image is not stable and
may appear to vibrate
Image is not centered on
the screen
Adjust the “Image Position / H-Position or
V-Position”.
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Appendix A: Connector Specifications
Analog RGB in
Analog RGB Input Connector : D-Sub 15pin
pin no
Symbol
RED
Symbol
Analog Red
Analog Green
Analog Blue
Reserved
pin no
9
Symbol
NC
Symbol
+5Vdc
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
GREEN
BLUE
GND
10
SGND
NC
Sync GND
11
Reserved
12
SDA
DDC Serial Data
Horizontal Sync
Vertical Sync.
DDC Data Clock
GND
Digital GND
Red Return
Green Return
Blue Return
13
HSYNC
VSYNC
SCL
RGND
GGND
BGND
14
15
S-video in
S-video Input Connector: 4pin miniDin
Pin no
Function
Ground
Ground
Pin no
Symbol
Luma
Chroma
1
2
3
4
CVBS video in
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2
Composite video Connector: RCA
Pin no
1
Function
CVBS
Pin no
2
Symbol
Ground
Power in
1
2
Power input connector: 2.5 mm DC jack
Pin no
1
Function
CVBS
Pin no
2
Symbol
Ground
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Appendix B: Power Management Mode: VESA DPMS protocol applied
Mode
On
Horizontal sync
Active
Vertical sync
Active
Video signal
Active
Power Consumption (max)
27,5W (15”) 40 W (17”-19”)
Inactive
Active
Inactive
Active
Inactive
Inactive
Blanked
Blanked
Blanked
Stand.by
Suspend
Off
< 3 Watts
Appendix C: Technical Specifications
Input Video and sync signal
Parameter
Value
Unit
Max. Output Resolution (15”)
1024x768
Pixels
Max. Output Resolution (17”, 18.1” & 19”) 1280x1024 Pixels
Data Processing
Input impedance
24
Bits
75
470
+/-
TTL
Ohms
Ohms
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Video
Sync
Sync Polarities
Sync Levels
compatible
16.7 Mill.
Max. Number of colors
Colors
Electrical Parameters
Symbol Description
reference : tA 25 ° C
Min
10.8
0.5
Typ
12.0
0.7
Max
13.2
1.0
Unit
V
VPP
+12V DC power supply
VDD
Video input signal (w.r.t. GND)
V i(RGB)
Video sample rate
fS
fHS
f vs
F SIH
V SIL
IDD2
80
60
75
MHz
KHz
Hz
V
VDC
A
Horizontal sync frequency
Vertical sync frequency
Sync input high level
Sync input low level
Supply current @ +12V , ventura 150 TFT
30
56
2.5
0.8
2.3
Supply current @ +12V , ventura 170 TFT
Supply current @ +12V , ventura 181 TFT
Supply current @ +12V , ventura 190 TFT
IDD2
IDD2
IDD2
3.0
3.3
3.3
3.3
A
A
A
Note 1. Power consumption measuring condition is 2pixel checkerboard pattern @ XGA 75Hz and maximum
brightness at tA 25°C.
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Appendix D: Video Mode Support
The ventura 150 TFT video-in, ventura 170 TFT video-in, ventura 181 TFT video-in and ventura 190 TFT
video-in support any video mode at inputs within the following ranges:
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The signal sample frequency on the input ≤ 80MHz
The horizontal sync frequency between 30KHz and 60KHz
The modes are detected when presented to the input and previous alignments for setup are
automatically recalled. A true multi-sync monitor emulation is implemented.
The factory preset supported modes include:
Mode*1
VGA
Resolution
640 x 350
720 x 400
640 x 480
640 x 480
640 x 480
800 x 600
800 x 600
800 x 600
1024 x 768
1024 x 768
1024 x 768
1280 x 1024
Refresh rate
70Hz
H-freq.
Pixel freq.
25.175MHz
25.175MHZ
25.175MHz
31.500MHz
31.500MHZ
40.000MHz
50.000MHz
49.500MHZ
65.000MHz
75.000MHz
78.750MHZ
108.000 MHZ
Remarks*1
31.47KHz
31.469KHZ
31.5KHz
37.9KHz
37.5KHZ
37.9KHz
48.1KHz
46.9KHZ
48.4KHz
56.5KHz
60KHZ
VESA Standard
IBM VGA 3H
VGA
59.940HZ
60Hz
VGA
Industry Standard
VESA Standard
VESA Standard
VESA Guidelines
VESA Standard
VESA Standard
VESA Guidelines
VESA Standard
VESA Standard
VESA Standard
VGA
72Hz
VGA
75HZ
SVGA
SVGA
SVGA
XGA
60Hz
72Hz
75HZ
60Hz
XGA
70Hz
XGA
75HZ
SXGA1)
60Hz
64KHZ
1) SXGA mode does not apply to ventura 150 TFT Video-in
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Appendix E: Optical Characteristics – ventura 150 TFT Video-in
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Appendix F: Optical Characteristics – ventura 170 TFT Video-in
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Appendix G: Optical Characteristics – ventura 181 TFT Video-in
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Appendix H: Optical Characteristics – ventura 190 TFT Video-in
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