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MON3-2A User Manual P/N 821521 Rev-B.5
Unpacking
Unpack the MON3-2A from the shipping container and inspect all articles for shipping damage. If you find any
damage, notify the shipping carrier immediately for claims adjustments. Compare the shipping box contents to
the packing slip. Contact PANORAMAdtv sales representative if there are any unexplained shortages.
Power Requirements
The MON3-2A is equipped with a world standard power supply that is capable of operating on 90-264 VAC @
50-60 Hz. Power consumption is 12 watts, standard and 21 watts when all three MSDI SDI options are
installed.
Power Supply LED Indication:
The green Power LED at the center of the front panel glows green to indicate the
MON3-2A is connected to mains power and an operating voltage is present. Individual displays are turned on or
off from their respective ON/OFF switches located on the unit rear.
Cooling and Airflow
No special physical mounting considerations are necessary regarding unit heat dissipation except under adverse
conditions. Provided the ambient temperature inside the mounting enclosure does not exceed 40 degrees Celsius
(104 degrees Fahrenheit), adjacent devices can be rack mounted (or stacked) in proximity to the MON3-2A. If the
above temperature is exceeded, allow a 1RU (1.75”/25mm) space above and below the unit for air circulation.
Rack Mounting
The MON3-2A rack mounts in a standard specification rack and needs 2RU of space. (See Figure-2a, page 8 for
unit dimensions.) Allow sufficient space at the unit rear for connector and cable clearance (approximately 4”/
102mm). The MON3-2A weighs approximately 10 pounds (3.73 kg) and rack mounts from the front panel support
rails. Rear support is not required.
LCD Monitor Viewing Position:
To obtain the best operator’s viewing angle, mount the MON3-2A as nearly
“straight on” to the operator’s position as possible (0 degrees left/right or up/down). Good image quality is
assured if viewing angles are b/- 45 degrees from the center axis in the horizontal plane (left/right). In the
vertical axis, good image quality is obtained between 10 degrees looking down and 30 degrees looking up. Due to
the nature of LCD’s, there are certain anomalies, which can cause the displayed video to appear incorrect. If the
viewer is outside the optimal LCD display viewing range, the contrast ratio, brightness, and color saturation will
not be or may not appear to be, a true representation of the displayed video. Additional anomalies such as loss of
resolution, apparent reversed video effect, and frame/field strobe effect with the CCFT backlight may also be
observed. The LCD used in the MON3-2A is optimized for viewing from the 12 o’clock position. That is from
approximately eye height and upwards. Typically, the MON3-2A is mounted at eye height and viewed by looking
straight into the display. Going beyond the specified viewing area can cause anomalies as mentioned above.
NOTE:
In PAL mode operation, the LCD driver discards every seventh line of active video so an entire video
frame fits within the display screen. This is normal with most LCD’s currently on the market.
General Installation Recommendations
EMI Interference:
To ensure EMI interference is kept to a minimum, terminate all unused connectors.
Recommended Cables:
Recommended cable type for Analog or SDI signals is:
Belden 1694A
.
Static Discharge:
As with most electronic equipment, static discharges can damage components within the unit.
Take precautions to ensure your installation environment is not subject to static discharges.
Installation
Section 2: Operation
