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Frequently Asked Questions

LCD Displays

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Is my monitor Mac compatible?
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How should I clean my monitor?
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Where can I download the driver for my monitor?
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Where can I get the latest drivers for my graphics card?
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How would I get support for a KDS monitor in Canada?
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What is the maximum resolution my monitor can support?
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My monitor displays “Out of Range” or “Out of Scan Range” what can I do?

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I only have 640x480 resolution with 16 colors, is there a way to fix this?
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Why is my LCD flat panel monitor blurry?
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What is the difference between the Rad-5 models?
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My monitor is a touch screen, where can I get support for it?
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How do I get the self-test/no signal screen off? It is all I see.
13
There is a slight shadow to the right of everything or there is a wavy vertical line down the center of the screen, sometimes on the left side, how do I get rid of this problem?
14
How many dead pixels are allowable on your LCD displays?
15
Where can a customer purchase a wall mount for a LCD display?
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Why is my display making a “buzzing” or “humming” sound?

 

Answers

Is my monitor Mac compatible?

Yes, all KDS monitors are Mac compatible. If you have an older Mac, you may require an adaptor to match the video cable connections.

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How should I clean my monitor?

Turn the monitor off before cleaning with a mild cleaner such as Windex and a soft cloth. Spray the cleaner on the cloth, never directly on the monitor.

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Where can I download the drivers for my monitor?

You can download the driver from our web site here. Select your monitor model # from the list and download it. Then follow the instructions for installation of the drivers.

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Where can I get the latest drivers for my graphics card?

ATI
Nvidia
Matrox
Pinnacle
Trident
Diamond Multimedia
Cirrus Logic
STB

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How would I get support for a KDS monitor in Canada?

KDS handles product support for KDS Canada. Contact KDS USA support at 800-283-1311 or support@kdsusa.com.

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What is the maximum resolution my monitor can support?

KDS handles product support for KDS Canada. Contact KDS USA support at 800-283-1311 or support@kdsusa.com.KDS handles product support for KDS Canada. Contact KDS USA support at 800-283-1311 or support@kdsusa.com.

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My monitor displays “Out of Range” or “Out of Scan Range” what can I do?

 

  • Boot the computer into SAFE Mode (F8) [repeatedly] at startup.

  • Go into the DISPLAY PROPERTIES [1] and click on the SETTINGS TAB, and click the ADVANCED button.

  • Then Click on the ADAPTER TAB and change the refresh rate (drop down menu above the OK – Cancel – Apply buttons).

  • Change the refresh rate to ADAPTER DEFAULT.

  • Click on the APPLY button.

  • After clicking the APPLY button, a message similar to the one above will be displayed.


After clicking the APPLY button, a message similar to the one above will be displayed.


 

  • Click the ‘Yes’ button.
  • Click the ‘Yes’ button.
  • After you restart go back to DISPLAY PROPERTIES 1 to adjust your settings.

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I only have 640x480 with 16 colors, is there a way to fix this?

The number of colors and level of resolution are controlled by the video card drivers. The monitor drivers simply tell the Operating System (win, mac, linux, etc..) what kind of monitor it is and its safe operating range. You would need to check and perhaps install or reinstall your video card drivers.

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Why is my LCD flat panel monitor blurry?

LCD flat panel monitors are optimized for a particular resolution (screen area) and refresh rate. For 15” LCD monitors, the optimal resolution would be 1024x768 with 75Hz refresh rate. 17” LCD monitors have an optimal resolution of 1280x1024 with 75 Hz refresh rate. When the optimal settings are used in conjunction with the monitor, the image is visually appealing.

15” LCD Monitor
Rad-5 Rad-5p Rad-5q Rad-5x
Optimal Setting

1024x768 @ 75Hz

1024x768 @ 75Hz

1024x768 @ 75Hz

1024x768 @ 75Hz

17” LCD Monitor

Rad-7

Rad-7s

Optimal Setting

1280x1024 @ 75Hz

1280x1024 @ 75Hz

   
19” LCD Monitor
Rad-9
     

Optimal Setting

1280x1024 @ 75Hz

     

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What is the difference between Rad-5, Rad-5p, Rad-5q, Rad-5x?

Model Rad-5 Rad-5p Rad-5q Rad-5x
Sync Frequencies

Horizontal: 30-60 kHz
Vertical: 55-75 Hz

Horizontal: 31-62 kHz
Vertical: 56-75 Hz

Horizontal: 31-62 kHz
Vertical: 56-75 Hz

Horizontal: 30-60 kHz
Vertical: 56-75 Hz

Panel Dimensions

358mm(W) x 358mm(H) x 158mm (D)

378mm(W) x 407mm(H) x 176mm (D)

353mm(W) x 381mm(H) x 180mm (D)

379mm(W) x 346mm(H) x 255mm (D)

Physical appearance

Rad-5

Rad-5p

Rad-5q

Rad-5x

Unique physical features

Designer mouse included

“Z” joint base Telescopic neck Low profile

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My monitor is a touch screen, where can I get support for it?

To receive support for a touch screen monitor, you would need to call the touch screen division of KDS, KDS Pixel Touch. They can be reached at 800-398-6824 or online at http://www.pixeltouch.com/.

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How do I get the self-test/no signal screen off? It is all I see.

The self-test/no signal screen is displayed when the monitor is not receiving any signal from the computer. Check to make sure that the signal cable (cable going from the monitor to the computer) is plugged in and the computer is on.

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There is a slight shadow to the right of everything or there is a wavy vertical line down the center of the screen, sometimes on the left side, how do I get rid of this problem?

You probably have an extension cable (NOT THE POWER PLUG) or switch box (KVM) connected between the monitor to the computer. If so, you would need to disconnect the extension cable or switch box and connect the monitor to the computer directly.

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How many dead pixels are allowable on your LCD display?

Screen size dependent:

7 = 15”

10 = 17-19”

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Where can I purchase a wall mount for a LCD display??

Ergotron sells wall/ceiling mounts, computer carts, and flat panel arms. 1-800-468-3917 or http://www.ergotron.com/.

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Why is my display making a “buzzing” or “humming” sound?

This is not a normal condition. Contact KDS USA Customer Support for assistance.

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