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Contents
About This Manual
1

Unpacking

Unpack the carton . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Check the Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
If you need help . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

2–1
2–2
2–2
2–4
2–5
2–6

Operation

Power up the monitor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Log in to the system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Adjust the tilt stand . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

1–1
1–2
1–2

Installation

Select the monitor location . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Connect the video cable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Standard Cable Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
EMI-type cable configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Connect the power cord . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Locate the monitor controls and power light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

3–1
3–2
3–2

Maintenance

Clean the Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Identify and Correct Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

4–1
4–1

iii

iv Contents

Repairs

Digital Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
On-Site Repair . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
DECservice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
BASIC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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
5–2

Specifications

Index
Tables
2–1
4–1

Monitor Controls and Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Correcting Simple Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

2–6
4–2

Installing and Using the VRE01 Flat Panel
Display
Order Number EK-VRE01-IN-002

digital equipment corporation
maynard, massachusetts

1st Edition June 1989
2nd Printing, February 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
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with the limits for a Class B computing device, pursuant to Subpart J of Part 15 of FCC
Rules. Only peripherals (computer input/output devices, terminals, printers, etcetera)
certified to comply with the Class B limits may be attached to this computer. Operation
with noncertified peripherals may result in interference to radio and television reception.
This equipment generates and uses radio frequency energy and if not installed and used
properly, that is, in strict accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions, may cause
interference to radio and television reception. It has been type tested and found to comply
with the limits for a Class B computing device in accordance with the specifications in
Subpart J of Part 15 of FCC Rules, which are designed to provide reasonable protection
against such interference in a residential installation. However, there is no guarantee
that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause
interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the
equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or
more of the following measures:
–
Reorient the receiving antenna.
–
Move the computer away from the receiver.
–
Plug the computer into a different outlet so that computer and receiver are on
different branch circuits.
If necessary, the user should consult the dealer or an experienced radio/television
technician for additional suggestions. The user may find the following booklet prepared by
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Interference Problems. This booklet is available from the US Government Printing Office,
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About This Manual
About the VRE01
The VRE01 is a monochrome electroluminescent flat panel monitor with
a 346 mm by 292 mm (13.5 in by 11.5 in) display. When connected to a
host system, the VRE01 monitor displays information you send to the host
system and information the host system sends to you. The monitor uses
either a keyboard or a mouse as the data input devices.
The VRE01 monitor can be used in a standard or Electromagnetic
Interference (EMI-protected) configuration. The EMI version requires
a special video cable.
The kind of host system you have affects the way you prepare to operate
your monitor. Refer to your host system manuals for the following
information:
•

Whether an option module must be installed in the host system to
support your monitor.

•

Whether your host system has a video cable assembly to connect the
monitor.

WARNINGS, CAUTIONS, NOTES
The warnings, cautions, and notes in this installation manual have
specific purposes.
WARNINGS contain important information that relate to personal safety.
CAUTIONS contain information to prevent damage to the equipment.
NOTES contain general information.

1
Unpacking
Unpack the carton
The next figure shows the contents of the shipping carton.
NOTE
The video cable, power cord, keyboard, and mouse cables are
usually supplied with your host system.
CAUTION
The monitor weighs approximately 7.7 kilograms (15 pounds). Lift
it carefully to prevent damage or injury.
Save the shipping carton and the packing material in case you need to
return the monitor for service.

1–1

1–2 Unpacking

VRE01

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EK-VREO1-IN-001

MA-X0361-89

Check the Contents
If you discover missing items, contact your sales representative. If you
discover damaged items, contact your delivery agent.

If you need help
If you need help for repairs or service, call Digital Equipment Corporation.
Refer to Chapter 5 for the correct phone number. When you call, have the
model number and serial number of your monitor ready.

2
Installation
Select the monitor location
Choose a flat, level surface on which to place the monitor. Refer to
Appendix A for more information about selecting a location for the
monitor.
CAUTION
The monitor weighs approximately 7.7 kilograms (15 pounds).
Move it carefully to prevent damage or injury.

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2–1

2–2 Installation

Connect the video cable
You may have either a standard or EMI-type video cable assembly (host
system cable) which is shipped with your host system. Refer to your
host system documentation for information. Use one of the next two
procedures to connect the video cable.

Standard Cable Configuration
To connect a standard video cable assembly to your monitor, use the
following procedure:
1. Open the cable cover at the rear of the monitor.
2. Position the video cable with the thumbwheel positioned over the
round hole in the cable mounting plate.
ATTACH VIDEO CABLE
ASSEMBLY TO THE MONITOR

INSTALL BNC
CONNECTOR

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Installation 2–3

3. Turn the thumbwheel clockwise and attach the video cable assembly
to the cable mounting plate.
CAUTION
Failure to secure the video cable assembly to the cable
mounting plate may strain the cable and may cause radio
emissions in excess of FCC guidelines.
4. Connect the video cable to the BNC video connector on the rear panel.
Push the cable in and turn the connector to the right to lock it in
place.
5. Connect the keyboard cable and mouse cable to the video cable
assembly.
6. Close the cable cover. Do not force it when locking.
KEYBOARD
CABLE
MOUSE
CABLE

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2–4 Installation

EMI-type cable configuration
1. Open the cable cover at the rear of the monitor.
2. Position the video cable as shown in and plug it into the BNC
connector on the rear panel. Turn the cable connector to the right
to lock it place.
3. Connect the keyboard and mouse cables to the EMI-type system box
as described in your system user’s guide.
4. Close the cable cover. Do not force it when locking.
INSTALL BNC
CONNECTOR

EMI VIDEO
CABLE
GSF_0749_89.DG

Installation 2–5

Connect the power cord
Be sure the monitor power is off before connecting the power cord.
Depress the monitor power switch to the off position. To locate the power
switch, refer to Table 2–1.
Connect the power cord first to the monitor, then to the wall outlet.
Depress the power switch to the on position to supply power to the
monitor.

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CAUTION
To avoid damaging a monitor that has been moved from a cold
environment, let the monitor warm to room temperature before
you turn it on.

2–6 Installation

Locate the monitor controls and power light
Table 2–1 describes the monitor controls and power light.
Table 2–1 Monitor Controls and Light
Control/Light

Function

Power switch

Lets you turn the monitor on and off. Press the switch
in to turn the power on. Depress the switch again to
release the switch and to turn the power off. Turn off
the monitor at the end of the workday to extend the life
of the monitor.

Power light
(green LED)

Displays green light to indicate the presence of power.
No light indicates the absence of power.

Centering controls

Lets you center the image on the screen. There are two
centering knobs on the rear panel of the monitor for
horizontal and vertical image adjustments. Turn the
horizontal and vertical centering knobs to adjust the
image.

Installation 2–7

REAR

HORIZONTAL
CONTROL
VERTICAL
CONTROL

POWER
LED

ON/OFF
SWITCH
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3
Operation
Power up the monitor
Depress the power switch to the on position and wait for the green power
light to display. Wait a couple of seconds for a video display. The monitor
runs the internal power-up self-test, and a system display appears on the
screen.
•

If the monitor is connected to the host system, a system-specific
message (or prompt) appears on the screen.

•

If the monitor is not connected to the host system, a self-test
pattern (white, full-on display, all pixels illuminated) appears on the
screen.

NOTE
If neither the green power light, the message display, nor the test
pattern appear on the screen, refer to Table 4–1.

3–1

3–2 Operation

POWER-ON INDICATOR

ON/OFF SWITCH
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Adjust the tilt stand
To position the monitor angle for comfortable viewing, adjust the tilt
stand.
NOTE
You must use two hands to adjust the tilt.

Operation 3–3

To adjust the angle, use one hand to keep the monitor steady and the
other hand to move the monitor forward or backward to the desired
position.

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4
Maintenance
Clean the Screen
Clean the screen using a soft tissue or cloth and a good-quality,
nonabrasive and nonflammable glass cleaner.

Identify and Correct Problems
Monitor screen display problems may come from your host system, power
sources, or the monitor itself.
Table 4–1 primarily describes monitor problems and troubleshooting
solutions. The table also helps you determine if the problem is in
the monitor, a source external to the monitor, or an input device. The
following input devices can cause problems.
•

Keyboard

•

Mouse

•

Host video cable assembly

•

Host system

When you have a problem with your monitor, follow these steps and refer
to Table 4–1.
1. Note the symptom.
2. Find the symptom in the table.
3. Check the possible cause. Some problems may have more than one
possible cause.
4. Follow the advice in the Suggested Solution column. If there is more
than one cause or solution, follow them in the order given.

4–1

4–2 Maintenance

If you perform all the suggested solutions and the problem still exists,
refer to Chapter 5 for information on how to call for service.
Table 4–1 Correcting Simple Problems
Symptom

Possible Cause

Suggested Solution

Video displays but
screen does not
respond to input
devices (keyboard,
mouse). Text, an
error message, or
cycling diagnostic
patterns may
display.

One of the input devices
has a faulty or loose
connection.

Turn the monitor and host
system off. Reconnect the
input device. Turn the
monitor and host system
on.

Parts of characters
or rows or columns
in the text are
missing at the top,
bottom, left, or right
edges.

Centering knobs are not
adjusted properly.

Parts of characters
missing or deformed
within the screen.

Vertical centering is not
adjusted.

Video signal is
suddenly lost and
a white self-test
pattern displays.

Video cable assembly
is loose or connected
incorrectly to the monitor
or host system.

Monitor is faulty.

Monitor or host system is
faulty.

Broken connection with
the host system.
Host system is faulty.

Refer to Chapter 2 and
your host system manuals
for correct procedures to
install the video cable
assembly. Reconnect the
cable.
Adjust the centering knobs
located on the rear panel
of the unit.
Turn the monitor off.
Contact Field Service.
Adjust the vertical
centering knob on the
rear of the unit.
Turn off the monitor.
Contact Field Service.
Check and secure the
external video cable.
line>Contact Field Service.

If you are unable to correct the problem with your monitor, and feel that
there may be a system failure, refer to the service information in your
host system owner’s manual.

5
Repairs
Digital Service
The Digital Service program provides a wide range of maintenance plans
that cover small systems and monitors. These include on-site, carry-in,
and mail-in maintenance services. You can use this program to select a
plan that suits your service needs.

On-Site Repair
Digital offers fast, low-cost, quality maintenance performed at your site
by Digital-trained Service Specialists. There are several on-site services
available.
DECservice
DECservice provides preferred on-site service, with a guaranteed response
time when equipment is located within a specified distance from the
service facility. DECservice guarantees a continuous repair effort until
service is restored. You can choose the hours of coverage, as much as 24
hours a day, 7 days a week.
BASIC
BASIC service provides on-site service during regular business hours,
Monday through Friday.
Site Servicenter
If you have at least 50 terminals or small systems and can provide
workspace at your site, Digital will provide an on-site technician for a
predetermined, periodic time interval. This repair service is provided for
a variety of models.

5–1

5–2 Repairs

Per Call
This noncontractual service provides on-site repair based on time and
materials. The Per Call service is available during regular business
hours, Monday through Friday.
DECall
DECall is similar to Per Call service. You pay a fixed fee per call with an
annual retainer fee.

Off-Site Service
Digital also provides several options for off-site service.
Carry-In SERVICenters
Digital SERVICenters are located in major cities around the world. They
offer convenient, cost-effective repair service with a 48-hour turnaround
time. Both Contract and Per Call coverage is offered.
DECmailer
This mail-in service is for module and subassembly repairs. DECmailer
provides five-day turnaround time.

How To Get Service
Digital has a central SERVICcenter in your area to help you keep your
system running at peak efficiency. To find out more about Digital
hardware and software service offerings, call one of the following
telephone numbers.
In the United States
1-800-554-3333
Worldwide
Contact your local Digital Field Service office.

A
Specifications
Dimensions
Height

39 cm (15.25 in approx.)

Width

43 cm (16.75 in approx.)

Depth

7 cm (2.75 in approx.)

Weight

7.7 kg (15 lbs approx.)

Shipping weight

Less than 8.2 kg (18 lbs approx.)

Tilt range

–5 to +15 degrees

Display
Electroluminescent

Yellow-orange phosphor
High efficiency antiglare treatment, reflects
less than 1/2 % of incident light within the
visible spectrum.

Video input

75 Ohms terminated BNC composite video

Video composite signal (with
sync)

1.0 Vpp / 75 ohm

Display characteristics

1,024 columns x 864 rows giving approximate
picture size of 346 mm x 292 mm
Maximum light no less than 6.5 footlamberts
(fl)

Power

A–1

A–2 Specifications

AC input voltage

90 to 132 and 180 to 264 Vac

Frequency

50/60 Hz

Power consumption

Less than 80 Watts (nominal)

External controls and
indicator

Horizontal and vertical centering knobs
Tilt
Power switch
Power indicator

Operating temperature

10 to 40° C (50 - 104° F)

Humidity

10% to 95% relative humidity (with
maximum wet bulb of 32 degrees C
and minimum dew point of 2 degrees C
noncondensing)