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Document:	VR319 Monitor Installation Guide
Order Number:	EK-VR319-IN
Revision:	001
Pages:	27
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Installing and Using
the VR319 Monochrome Monitor
Order Number EK-VR319-IN-001

digital equipment corporation
maynard, massachusetts

First Edition, January 1990
The information in this document is subject to change without notice and should not
be construed as a commitment by Digital Equipment Corporation. Digital Equipment
Corporation assumes no responsibility for any errors that may appear in this document.
The software described in this document is furnished under a license and may be used or
copied only in accordance with the terms of such license.
No responsibility is assumed for the use or reliability of software on equipment that is not
supplied by Digital Equipment Corporation or its affiliated companies.
Restricted Rights: Use, duplication, or disclosure by the U. S. Government is subject to
restrictions as set forth in subparagraph ( c ) ( 1 ) ( ii ) of the Rights in Technical Data and
Computer Software clause at DFARS 252.227–7013.
Copyright © Digital Equipment Corporation 1990
All Rights Reserved.
Printed in U.S.A.
FCC NOTICE: The equipment described in this manual generates, uses, and may emit
radio frequency energy. The equipment has been type tested and found to comply with
the limits for a Class A computing device pursuant to Subpart J of Part 15 of FCC
Rules, which are designed to provide reasonable protection against such radio frequency
interference when operated in a commercial environment. Operation of this equipment in
a residential area may cause interference, in which case the user at his own expense may
be required to take measures to correct the interference.

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Contents
About This Manual
1

Unpacking

Identify the boxes. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Unpack the monitor box. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Place the monitor on a level surface. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

2–2
2–3
2–4

Operation

Identify monitor controls and power indicator. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Turn the system power on. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Adjust the contrast and brightness controls. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Adjust the tilt-swivel stand. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Adjust the rotation and centering controls. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

1–1
1–2
1–3

Installation

Make sure the power switch is in the out position (off). . . . . . . . . . .
Connect the video cable to the monitor. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Connect the power cord. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

3–1
3–3
3–4
3–5
3–6

Maintenance

Clean the screen. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Identify and correct problems. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

4–1
4–1

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iv Contents

Service

On-Site Repair . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
DECservice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
BASIC Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Site Servicenter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Per Call . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
DECall . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Off-Site Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Carry-In Servicenters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
DECmailer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
How To Get Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

5–1
5–1
5–1
5–1
5–1
5–2
5–2
5–2
5–2
5–2

Specifications

Tables
3–1
4–1
6–1

Monitor Controls and Power Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Identifying and Correcting Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Video Timing—1280 1024 Resolution . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

3–1
4–2
6–3

About This Manual
VR319 Video Monitor
The VR319 video monitor is a monochrome monitor with a direct-view
antiglare screen and an auto-ranging power supply for worldwide
operation. Its built-in tilt-swivel stand lets you adjust the screen for
your viewing comfort. When connected to a host system, the VR319 can
display information sent by the host.

Before You Start
This guide describes how to install, operate, and maintain your VR319
monitor. You do not have to know a lot about computers to install the
monitor. Follow the steps in sequential order. No tools are needed.
The kind of host system you have affects the way you prepare to operate
your monitor. Check the host system package for the following:
•

Video cable

•

Keyboard

•

Mouse (if ordered)

•

Power cord

vi About This Manual

Conventions
This document uses the following conventions:
Convention

Meaning

CAUTION

Provides information to prevent damage to the
equipment.

NOTE

Provides general information.

WARNING

Provides information that relates to personnel safety.

Refers to a number in a black circle in an illustration.

1
Unpacking
Identify the boxes.
If any boxes or items inside the boxes are missing or damaged:
•

Contact your salesperson.

•

Contact your delivery agent.

NOTE
The monitor power cord comes with the host system.
IMPORTANT: Save the opened boxes and the packing material in case
you need to return the monitor for any reason.

1–1

1–2 Unpacking

Unpack the monitor box.
The contents in the monitor box consist of the VR319 monochrome
monitor and this manual.
WARNING
The monitor weighs approximately 22 kg (48 lbs). Because of the
monitor weight, it will require two people to unpack the monitor
box and place it on a level surface.

VR319
Installing and Using the
VR319 Monochrome Monitor

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Unpacking 1–3

Place the monitor on a level surface.

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2
Installation

NOTE
The monitor can operate at either 66 Hz or 72 Hz. The monitor is
preset for the system as ordered before it is shipped. If you wish
to change the monitor to another system, you need to check the
refresh rate of the new system. If it is different from the initial
system refresh rate, contact your local Customer Services office.
Model
Number

Pixels x Lines

Refresh
Rate

VR319-CA

1280 x 1024

66 Hz

Northern
Hemisphere

VR319-C4

1280 x 1024

66 Hz

Southern
Hemisphere

VR319-DA

1280 x 1024

72 Hz

Northern
Hemisphere

VR319-D4

1280 x 1024

72 Hz

Southern
Hemisphere

Applicable Area

2–1

2–2 Installation

Make sure the power switch is in the out position
(off).

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Installation 2–3

Connect the video cable to the monitor.
NOTE
The video cable is shipped with your host system.
1. Push the video cable into the connector on the monitor and turn right
until it clicks and locks in place.
2. Connect the other end of the cable to the system.

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2–4 Installation

Connect the power cord.
NOTE
The power supply automatically selects the correct voltage.
1. Plug the power cord firmly into the power connector on the back of
the monitor.
2. Connect the other end of the power cord to the host system.

To Host System

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3
Operation
CAUTION
To avoid damage to the monitor, allow a cold monitor to warm to
room temperature before turning it on.

Identify monitor controls and power indicator.
Use Table 3–1 and the next illustration to identify the monitor controls
and power indicator.
Table 3–1 Monitor Controls and Power Indicator
Item

Control/Indicator

Function

Power switch/
indicator

Turns the power on and off. When the power
is on, the switch is lit up. For extended
monitor life, switch the power off when not
in use.

Contrast

Adjusts the video display intensity.

Brightness

Adjusts the video background intensity.

Rotation

Rotates the video display area.

Horizontal centering

Adjusts the horizontal position of the active
area with respect to the bezel.

Vertical centering

Adjusts the vertical position of the active
area with respect to the bezel.

3–1

3–2 Operation

3
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Monitor Controls and Indicator

Operation 3–3

Turn the system power on.
Make sure your host system is on; then, push in the video monitor power
switch.
The power switch should light up. Wait about 20 seconds for a video
display.
NOTE
If the video display is not visible within 20 seconds, or if the
switch does not light up, refer to Chapter 4 of this manual.

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3–4 Operation

Adjust the contrast and brightness controls.
1. Set the contrast 2 and brightness 3 to the maximum level.
2. Decrease the brightness just until the background intensity
disappears.
3. Adjust the contrast to your viewing preference.

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Operation 3–5

Adjust the tilt-swivel stand.
CAUTION
The monitor does not swivel in a complete circle. If you try to
swivel the monitor in a complete circle, you could damage the
base.
You can swivel the monitor about its base and still maintain the tilt angle.
Using two hands, gently press down on the top, or pull up on the bottom,
of the front of the monitor.

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3–6 Operation

Adjust the rotation and centering controls.
•

If necessary, adjust the rotation control 4 for a level display.

•

If necessary, adjust the horizontal centering 5 and vertical
centering 6 controls for a centered display.

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4
Maintenance
Clean the screen.
Before cleaning the screen, turn the monitor power switch off and wait 20
seconds to let static electricity dissipate.
Clean the screen with a good quality, nonabrasive, nonflammable glass
cleaner.

Identify and correct problems.
Table 4–1 will help you determine if the problem is in the monitor or in
a source external to the monitor. The following devices can be sources of
problems:
•

Host video cable

•

Host system

•

Nearby power or electrical sources

If you have a problem with the monitor, follow these steps:
1. Note the symptoms of the problem.
2. Check your symptoms against the Symptom column in Table 4–1.
3. Check the cause(s) for that symptom in the Possible Cause column. If
the column contains more than one possible cause, check the possible
causes and their suggested solutions in the order listed.
4. Follow the steps in the Suggested Solution column.

4–1

4–2 Maintenance

Table 4–1 Identifying and Correcting Problems
Symptom

Possible Cause