LaCie 319 user manual Brightness/Contrast Controls

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LaCie 319 LCD Monitor

3.1 Controls

User’s Manual

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3.1. Controls

IMPORTANT: If you perform color-critical work, please bear in mind that manually altering the settings of your display could significantly disturb the accuracy of the colors you display and undermine the benefits of your color-managed environment. LaCie recommends that you not manually modify any Brightness/Contrast controls or the behavior of the Color Control System.

OSM (On-Screen Manager) control buttons on the front of the monitor function as follows:

To access OSM menu, press any of the control buttons (EXIT, <, >, –, +).

To change signal input, press the SELECT button.

NOTE: OSM must be closed in order to change signal input.

 

Menu

EXIT

Exits the OEM controls.

 

Exits to the OSM main menu.

CONTROL </>

Moves the highlighted area left/right to select control menus.

 

Moves the highlighted area up/down to select one of the controls.

ADJUST –/+

Moves the bar left/right or changes the adjustment value to increase or decrease the adjustment.

SELECT

Activates the selected function. Enter the OSM controls. Enter the OSM sub-menu. Select input while OSM

 

disappeared.

RESET

Resets the highlighted control menu to the factory setting.

NOTE: When RESET is pressed in the main and sub-menu, a warning window will appear allowing you to cancel the RESET function by pressing the EXIT button.

Brightness/Contrast Controls

These options provide manual access to certain settings that influence the behavior of your display. If you are performing color-critical work, LaCie recommends that you not manually modify the settings of these functions, as your LaCie blue eye pro calibration software sets them automatically in accordance to your desired color settings. Modifying any of these settings man- ually will significantly disturb the accuracy of the colors you display and undermine the benefits of your color-managed environment.

BRIGHTNESS Adjusts the overall image and background screen brightness. Please do not modify manually if you are performing color-critical work.

CONTRAST Adjusts the image brightness in relation to the background. Please do not modify manually if you are performing color-critical work.

BLACK LEVEL (Analog input only) Adjust the black level. Please do not modify manually if you are performing color-critical work.

AUTO CONTRAST (Analog input only) Adjusts the image displayed for non-standard video inputs. Please keep this function OFF at all times if you are performing color-critical work.

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Contents How To Use This Manual Table of Contents LaCie 319 LCD Monitor Foreword User’s Manual FCC StatementFCC Information Canada Compliance StatementManufacturer’s Declaration for CE Certification LaCie 319 LCD Monitor Precautions User’s Manual Recommended use Safety Precautions and MaintenanceDeclaration Declaration of the ManufacturerErgonomics What does labeling involve? Why do we have environmentally labeled computers?Environmental Requirements Flame retardants Lead CadmiumMercury CFCs freonsSpecifications LaCiePackage Contents Quick Start Figure A.1Figure A.2 Cable Adapter Figure B.1LaCie 319 LCD Monitor Quick Start User’s Manual Raise and Lower Monitor Screen Screen RotationSwivel TiltRemove Monitor Stand for Mounting Controls Brightness/Contrast ControlsImage Controls Auto Auto Adjust Analog input onlyFine Analog input only Color Control Systems ToolsLanguage OSM control menus are available in seven languages Information OSM WarningTroubleshooting Possible SolutionsProblem Possible Solutions LaCie Australia LaCie Belgium LaCie Canada LaCie DenmarkLaCie Finland LaCie France LaCie Germany LaCie ItalyWarranty
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The LaCie 319 is a versatile and highly regarded monitor that is particularly popular among professionals in fields such as graphic design, photography, and video editing. One of the standout features of the LaCie 319 is its impressive 31.5-inch display, which boasts a resolution of 1920 x 1200 pixels. This high resolution allows for stunning clarity and detail, enabling users to immerse themselves in their work.

The monitor utilizes an IPS (In-Plane Switching) panel, known for delivering exceptional color accuracy and wide viewing angles. It covers 99% Adobe RGB and 100% sRGB color spaces, making it an ideal choice for tasks that require precise color reproduction. This capability ensures that graphic designers and photographers can trust the colors they see on the screen, which is crucial for producing high-quality visual content.

In terms of connectivity, the LaCie 319 is equipped with multiple input options, including DisplayPort, HDMI, and DVI-D. This flexibility allows users to connect the monitor to various devices, such as computers, laptops, and external graphics cards. The inclusion of USB hubs on the monitor also provides additional ports for connecting peripherals, streamlining the workflow.

Another notable feature of the LaCie 319 is its advanced color calibration technology. The monitor comes with a built-in color calibration tool that allows users to maintain consistent color output over time. This is particularly beneficial in professional settings where color fidelity is paramount, as it ensures that the monitor continues to deliver accurate hues and tones, even as time passes and the display ages.

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