SPERRY MARINE UK

Service Bulletin No. 95

Product: VisionMaster FT Displays

Subject: ECDIS Color Calibration

Field service requests for updates to color calibration data or replacement of

missing files should be referred to Sperry Marine, Charlottesville, USA, where
we maintain an archive and can issue files updated to the most current
revision. In the unlikely event that the necessary data is not in the archive, we
then refer to the manufacturer.

Just send us a request with the manufacturer’s part number and serial number
for the monitor.

To avoid delays when someone is away, the following 'group' email address
may be helpful; [email protected].

Internal to Sperry Marine offices ONLY, this appears as 'MEG CHO ECDIS
Calibration' in the Sperry Address List of MS Outlook.

For more detailed information refer to the attached documents:

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Appendix A. ECDIS Display Calibration Procedures

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This document provides installation instructions for the ECDIS Color Calibration File and
LCD Backlight Control Cable.
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1.1 ECDIS Color Calibration File

The color calibration file for a specific LCD monitor provides the necessary data for the
ECDIS to provide the proper red, blue & green video output levels for compliance with IEC
61174, ECDIS. The necessary data for the specific display will be supplied by the
manufacturer on a disk. When a display is installed or replaced, it is required that the color data
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file provided for this monitor be installed on the navigation computer which is connected to
this monitor.

1.2 LCD Backlight Control Cable

The purpose of this interface is to provide a means for the navigation computer to control the
LCD backlight. This function is necessary to enable an LCD monitor to meet several ECDIS
requirements. The control will vary the display’s brightness for Day (Day Bright, Day White
Back & Day Black Back), Dusk and Night (Night and Night Red-for VisionMaster only)
conditions via a RS-422 communications. Commercial VMS release 5.0 and above (Paragraph
3.0) as well as VisionMaster release 2.0 and above (Paragraph 4.0) will use this interface to
automatically set the LCD backlight to correct luminance for the ambient light condition
selected by the operator, based on the display calibration data stored in the PC. When a
different setting is selected, the software will output a serial message to the LCD, setting the
backlight brightness to the calibrated level for this setting. The software will monitor periodic
communications of this serial interface to detect failure and will display an alarm message to
the user if the serial interface fails.

The operator is able to (not recommended) manually vary the backlight intensity from this
point by moving the control knob from the indexed setting.

2. INSTALLATION PROCEDURES COLOR CALIBRATION FILE

The following procedures should be utilized to load the new color calibration data. Refer to the
correct software version for applicable procedure.

Note: If a color calibration data file is not available, contact Sperry with model and serial
numbers for this information.

2.1 VMS-Software Releases 4.0 and Above

A. Using Explorer, go to directory c:/usr/install/lib/preslib4/colour

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C. Copy the new calibration file, Mon_3p4.dat, supplied with the display to this VMS directory
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D. Rename the new file as sp52col.dat

2.2 VisionMaster-Software Release 2.0 and Above

A. Using Explorer, go to directory

C:\Program Files\Sperry Marine\VisionMaster\Output\ColorFiles\ECDIS
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B. If there is an existing EcdisColors.dat file, rename to EcdisColors.old

C. Copy the new calibration file, Mon_VM_3p4.dat, supplied with the display to this directory.

D. Rename the new file EcdisColors.dat

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A. Install cable PN 4302166 from COM Port 13 or first open COM port on ECDIS PC and an
available COM PORT on the LCD. Refer to Figure 1 LCD Backlight Control Cable.
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B. Refer to Paragraph 3.3 to configure the VMS so COM port 13 is assigned to LCD Control.

C. Verify no alarms

D. Set display brightness per JA 26-8347 VMS/NAVECDIS Operators Manual or as stated

below.
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3.1 Adjustment for Ambient Lighting Conditions

To match the VMS/NAVIECDIS display to ambient lighting

conditions, the display brilliance and color balance can be
adjusted by selecting from a list of pre-defined options (see
Figure 3-1).

Choices range from DAY BRIGHT (maximum brilliance) to

NIGHT (very dim). The appropriate option should be
selected based on ambient lighting conditions at the present
time of day. Dimmer settings are intended to reduce the
effects of the display on the operator’s vision at night. Figure 3-1.
Adjustment for
Ambient Light
Colors used in the display of electronic charts are affected when a selection is made. To ensure that all
chart information is visible, the controls on the monitor must be set properly.

LCD monitors have only a single operator-accessible control, for setting the brightness (also known as
backlight intensity or black level). Contrast adjustments for LCD monitors are preset to an optimal
setting, and there is no contrast control on the monitor. LCD controls are marked with an indexed
setting, calibrated at the time of system installation. Generally, before making an adjustment for
ambient light, the control should be set to its indexed position.

On workstations that are configured for an LCD monitor, the system software has the capability to
automatically set the optimal monitor brightness level, based upon known display characteristics of the
hardware. The automatic adjustment is made whenever a new ambient light option is selected. Once
the automatic setting for monitor brightness has been made, the manual controls can be used to change
monitor brightness from the preset level if necessary.

To ensure that the chart display conforms to established standards, it is recommended that the monitor
brightness check be performed after changing the setting for ambient light. For more information on
the brightness check, see Paragraph 3.2. Also, the monitor color test should be performed periodically.

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To adjust for ambient lighting conditions:

a. From the secondary menu at the bottom of the screen, select the (Brightness) button to expand the
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list of available options.

b. Select the desired option from the drop-down list.

3.2 Monitor Brightness Check

The brightness check is a method for accurately setting the monitor’s brightness control, and the
contrast control where available, to an optimal setting. This adjustment is made from the Brightness
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Check window (see Figure 3-2).

To open the Brightness Check window:

From the System Menu, select the CHECK BRIGHTNESS button.

Figure 3-2. Brightness Check Window

The Brightness Check window contains a gray box within a black rectangle. When the brightness
check is performed, the operator adjusts the monitor controls while observing the gray box. All colors
used in the electronic chart should be clearly visible when the gray rectangle can be just be seen.

Typically, LCD monitors have only a single operator-accessible control, for setting the brightness (also
known as backlight intensity). Contrast adjustments for these monitors are preset to an optimal setting,
and there is no contrast control on the monitor. The index mark on the brightness control indicates
settings calibrated at the time of system installation. To perform the brightness check for an LCD
monitor:
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b. From the Brightness Check window (see Figure 3-2), observe the gray box in the center of the window.
Then take one of the following actions:
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1. If the box is not visible, increase the brightness setting until it can just be distinguished on the
display.

OR

2. If the box is clearly visible, leave the brightness control at the indexed setting.

After brightness check adjustments have been made, the “black level” of the monitor is correctly set.
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Use the brightness control only if further adjustment is needed for viewability.

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3.3 LCD Communications Setup

The following figures and table show how to configure the VMS so COM port 13 is assigned to LCD
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Control
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Figure 2

1. From the VMS-VT configuration screen select the “Configure” button to configure the node to
which the display will connect. The “Configure Node” screen will appear.
2. Check the “LCD Connection” box. (Figure 3)
3. Select COM 13 to assign the LCD control to a serial port, and then click “OK”.
4. Select the “Custom” radio button to assign the display Height in mm.
5. Enter the appropriate display height from table 1 , then click “OK”
6. Click Save Configuration to save the configuration and follow the prompts to exit.

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Display Size (inches) Height (mm)

15.0 228.0
17.4 276.5
18.1 287.2
19.0 301.0
20.1 319.5
23.1 352.8
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CONTROL AND BUZZER CONNECTIONS FOR THE VISIONMASTER SYSTEM

A. Install LCD backlight cable and buzzer control connections per section 4.1.
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B. Refer to Paragraph 4.2 to configure the system so the PCIO serial and discrete output ports
are assigned to LCD backlight control and buzzer output.

C. Verify no alarms or warning. Alarms and Warnings that would be displayed in case of
issues are:
-Colors Not Approved-This warning indicates the color file loaded (see Paragraph
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2.2) is missing, invalid, has a bad filename, or is located in the wrong directory.
-Monitor Comm Error: Bad Data-This warning indicates that the LCD failed to
acknowledge a command.
-Monitor Comm Error: No Response-This warning indicates that the system is
unable to communicate with the LCD.
For information on other alarms and warnings, consult the user’s manual or the interactive,
electronic training manual built in to VisionMaster.

D. Set and test display brightness and colors per VisionMaster FT Ship’s Manual, document
number 65900011, or as stated below in Paragraphs 4.3 through 4.4.

4.1 LCD Backlight and Buzzer Control

A VisionMaster system has two types of configurations for the LCD control and buzzer connections.
These depend on the type of monitor being used. For a monitor that has both an LCD backlight control
and a built in buzzer, refer to Figures 2 and 3. FIGURE 2 COMBINED SERIAL/BUZZER CABLE
provides information on the cable and its connection to the LCD while FIGURE 3 SERIAL/BUZZER
CABLE TO PCIO CONNECTIONS shows how the cable is connected to the PCIO.

For a system that uses a monitor that does not have a built in buzzer, refer to Figures 4 and 5. FIGURE
4 LCD BACKLIGHT CABLE AND BUZZER CONTROL ASSEMBLY provides information on
the LCD backlight cable and an external buzzer with wiring information. FIGURE 5 SEPARATE
SERIAL AND BUZZER CABLE TO PCIO CONNECTIONS shows how the LCD backlight cable
and buzzer wires are connected to the PCIO.

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4.2 LCD Communications Setup

1. Open the Configure VMFT configuration utility.

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2. Under the Resources->I/O Port Manager->I/O Ports branch of the configuration tree, add a new
PCIO serial port.
3. At the bottom of the right panel, click on the USE HATTELAND MONITOR SETTINGS button. This
will fill in the default values for this I/O Port. This includes a Baud rate of 9600 and the PCIO
serial ports TSCF (In) and TSCM (Out).
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4. Under the Resources->Monitor branch of the configuration tree, configure the picture size to be
used. Select the MONITOR TYPE dropdown box and then select either the predefined settings or a
custom picture height.

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the MONITOR COMMUNICATIONS PORT dropdown box and then select the appropriate serial port
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(e.g. PCIO Serial Port TSCF/TSCM).

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6. By default, the buzzer output is configured to Digital Output 1 (as shown in the Application-
>Sensors->External Sensors->Sensor Peripheral->PCIO Board->Discrete Outputs branch of the
configuration tree). This coincides to the buzzer digital output signals on the TSD PCIO
connection.

7. Under the Application->Announcements branch of the configuration tree, set the Audio
configuration parameter in the right panel to coincide with the assigned digital output connection on
the PCIO (e.g. TSD).

8. Save the configuration and exit the configuration utility.

9. Activate the VisionMaster application to perform a test of the brightness control.

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To match the VisionMaster display to ambient lighting conditions, the

display brilliance and color balance can be adjusted by selecting from a
list of pre-defined options (see Figure 4-1).
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Choices range from DAY BRIGHT (maximum brilliance) to NIGHT (very

dim). (Note that NIGHT RED is not an approved ECDIS ambient
lighting condition. This is used for radar display only.) The appropriate
option should be selected based on ambient lighting conditions at the
present time of day. Dimmer settings are intended to reduce the effects
of the display on the operator’s vision at night.
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Colors used in the display of electronic charts are affected when a

selection is made. To ensure that all chart information is visible, the Figure 4-1: Day/Night
controls on the monitor must be set properly. Modes
LCD monitors have a single operator-accessible control, for setting the brightness (also known as
backlight intensity or black level). Contrast adjustments for LCD monitors are preset to an optimal
setting, and there is no contrast control on the monitor. LCD controls are marked with an indexed
setting, calibrated at the time of system installation. Generally, before making an adjustment for
ambient light, the control should be set to its indexed position.

On workstations that are configured for an LCD monitor, the system software has the capability to
automatically set the optimal monitor brightness level, based upon known display characteristics of the
hardware. The automatic adjustment is made whenever a new ambient light option is selected. Once
the automatic setting for monitor brightness has been made, the manual controls can be used to change
monitor brightness from the preset level if necessary.

To ensure that the chart display conforms to established standards, it is recommended that the monitor
brightness check be performed after changing the setting for ambient light. For more information on
the brightness check, see Paragraph 4.4.

In addition to the brightness check, a periodic test of chart colors should be carried out to evaluate the
performance of the LCD. Refer to User’s Manual for more information.

4.4 Monitor Brightness Check

The brightness check is a method for accurately setting the monitor’s brightness control, and the
contrast control where available, to an optimal setting. This adjustment is made from the Brightness
Check window (see Figure 4-2).

To open the Brightness Check window:

From the BRILLIANCE menu, select the BRIGHTNESS CHECK submenu.

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Figure 4-2: Brightness Check Window

The Brightness Check window contains a gray box within a black rectangle. When the brightness
check is performed, the operator adjusts the monitor controls while observing the gray box. All colors
used in the electronic chart should be clearly visible when the gray rectangle can just be seen.

Typically, LCD monitors have only a single operator-accessible control, for setting the brightness (also
known as backlight intensity). Contrast adjustments for these monitors are preset to an optimal setting,
and there is no contrast control on the monitor. An index mark on the brightness control indicates
settings calibrated at the time of system installation. To perform the brightness check for an LCD
monitor:

a. First, prepare the monitor for the test by turning the brightness control to the indexed position.

b. From the Brightness Check window (see Figure 4-2), observe the gray box in the center of the window.
Then take one of the following actions:

1. If the box is not visible, increase the brightness setting until it can just be distinguished on the
display.

OR

2. If the box is clearly visible, leave the brightness control at the indexed setting.

After brightness check adjustments have been made, the “black level” of the monitor is correctly set.
Use the brightness control only if further adjustment is needed for viewability.

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LTR DATE APP'D

DESCRIPTION
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SH.3: SECTION 3.A - WAS ".. . . REFER TO FIGURE 1 HATTELAND GS
LCD BACKLIGHT CONTROL CABLE.
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HATELAND LCD BACKLIGHT CONTROL CABLE."
HEADING - LCD BACKLIGHT CONTROL CABLE WAS AON
"HATTELAND LCD BACKLIGHT CONTROL CABLE"; THE
PURPOSE . . . LCD BACKLIGHT WAS "THE PURPOSE . . .
HATTELAND LCD BACKLIGHT."
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B SH.7: REVISED FIGURE TO REMOVE REFERENCE TO COM PORT 2
ON MONITOR
SH.4: REMOVED REFERENCE TO COM PORT 2 ON MONITOR
SH.3: ADDED PROCEDURE FOR INSTALLING VISIONMASTER CAL JCL
FILE
SH.2: REMOVED VMS SPECIFIC REFERENCES AND ADDED
VISIONMASTER
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 APPENDIX A

ECDIS DISPLAY CALIBRATION PROCEDURE

Chapter 3 Appendix A VMFT Ship’s Manual - Volume 1
Contents ECDIS DIsplay Calibration Procedure

C O N T E N TS
ECDIS Colour Calibration File ............................................................................... A-3
LCD Backlight & Buzzer Control Cable ................................................................ A-3
Installation Procedures.......................................................................................... A-4
Installing the Colour Calibration File .................................................................... A-4
Installing the Backlight & Buzzer Control Cable ................................................... A-4
Adjustment for Ambient Lighting Conditions...................................................... A-7
Monitor Brightness Check .................................................................................... A-8

LIST OF FIGURES
Figure A.1 Cable Assembly for Monitor Comms & Buzzer ................................. A-6
Figure A.2 Brightness Check Window ................................................................ A-8

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ECDIS DIsplay Calibration Procedure ECDIS Colour Calibration File

A.1 ECDIS Colour Calibration File

The colour calibration file for a VisionMaster LCD monitor provides the
necessary data for the ECDIS to provide the proper red, blue & green video
output levels for compliance with IEC 61174, ECDIS.
The calibration file is supplied on a 3 ½ “ floppy disk. When a display is installed
or replaced, it is required that this colour data file be installed on the navigation
PC which is connected to this monitor.
A combined backlight and buzzer control cable is also required to connect the
monitor to the PCIO port.

A.1.1 LCD Backlight & Buzzer Control Cable

The purpose of this interface cable is to provide a means for the PC to control
the LCD backlight. The control will vary the display's brightness for various
Day/Night conditions via RS-422 communications.
VisionMaster uses this interface cable to automatically set the LCD backlight
to the correct luminance for the ambient light condition selected by the
operator, based on the calibration data stored in the PC. When a different
setting is selected, the software outputs a serial message to the LCD, setting
the backlight brightness to the calibrated level for this setting. The software will
monitor periodic communications of this serial interface to detect failure and
will display an alarm message to the user if the serial interface fails.

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Installation Procedures ECDIS DIsplay Calibration Procedure

A.2 Installation Procedures

A.2.1 Installing the Colour Calibration File
The following procedures should be utilised to install the new colour calibration
data.
Note: If a colour calibration file is not available, contact Sperry Marine for
this information, quoting Display model and serial numbers.
Note: If you receive your colour calibration file on a 3 ½ “ floppy disk you
must first transfer the file to a USB memory stick before following the
procedure below.
To install the ECDIS colour calibration file do the following:
1. With the calibration file transfered to a memory stick, insert the memory
stick into one of the USB connectors at the front of the VisionMaster PC.
2. From the Start button at the lower left corner of the desktop open Windows
Explorer and navigate to the following directory:
C:\Program Files\Sperry Marine\VisionMaster\Output\ColorFiles\ECDIS
3. If there is an existing ‘EcdisColors.dat’ file, rename the file to:
‘EcdisColors.old’
4. Navigate to the memory stick and copy the new calibration file,
‘Mon_VM_3p3.dat’, to the directory shown in step 2.
5. Rename the new file as: ‘EcdisColors.dat’.

A.2.2 Installing the Backlight & Buzzer Control Cable

1. Connect the LCD backlight and buzzer control cable from the monitor to
the PCIO, as shown in Figure 3.120 ‘Intermodule Cabling’, in Chapter 3
‘Installation’.
2. Configure the system so the PCIO serial and discrete output ports are
assigned to the LCD backlight control and buzzer output. Refer to Volume
2, Chapter 1 ‘Configuration’, (Section 5.3.2 ‘Configuring a PCIO Serial
Port’ and Section 5.4 ‘Monitors’).
3. Verify no alarms or warning are present.
Alarms and Warnings that may be displayed in case of issues are:
• Colours Not Approved - indicates that the correct colour calibration file is
missing, invalid, has an incorrect filename, or is located in the wrong
directory.
• Monitor Comm Error: Bad Data - indicates that the monitor failed to
acknowledge a command.
• Monitor Comm Error: No Response - indicates that the system is unable
to communicate with the monitor.

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ECDIS DIsplay Calibration Procedure Installing the Backlight & Buzzer
Control Cable

For information on other alarms and warnings, refer to the ECDIS and Chart
Radar User Guides.
4. Set and test display brightness and colours as described in section
Section A.3.1 ‘Monitor Brightness Check’.

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Control Cable

Figure A.1 Cable Assembly for Monitor Comms & Buzzer

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A.3 Adjustment for Ambient Lighting Conditions

To match the VisionMaster display to ambient lighting conditions, the display
brilliance is selected from a list of pre-defined Day/Night settings. Darker
settings are intended to reduce the effects of the display on the operator's vision
at night.
Colours used in the display of electronic charts are affected when a selection is
made. To ensure that all chart information is visible, the controls on the monitor
must be set properly.
For information and selection of the Day/Night modes and Brightness Check,
refer to the ‘Brilliance’ chapter in the ECDIS and Chart Radar User Guides.
The LCD monitor has a single brightness adjustment control on the front panel.
Contrast adjustments for LCD monitors are preset to an optimal setting, and
there is no contrast control on the monitor. The brightness adjustment control
is marked with an indexed setting, calibrated at the time of system installation.
Before making an adjustment for ambient light, the control should be set to its
indexed position.
On workstations that are configured for an LCD monitor, the system has the
capability to automatically set the optimal monitor brightness level, based upon
known display characteristics of the hardware. The automatic adjustment is
made whenever a new ambient light option is selected. Once the automatic
setting for monitor brightness has been made, the manual controls can be used
to change monitor brightness from the preset level if necessary.
To ensure that the chart display conforms to established standards, it is
recommended that the monitor brightness check be performed after changing
the setting for ambient light.
In addition to the brightness check, a periodic test of chart colours should be
made to evaluate the performance of the monitor. This evaluation is made via
the SENC Color Diagram facility. Refer to the ‘Brilliance’ chapter in the ECDIS
and Chart Radar User Guides.

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A.3.1 Monitor Brightness Check

The brightness check is a method for accurately setting the monitor's
brightness control to an optimal setting. This adjustment is made from the
Brightness Check window.

Figure A.2 Brightness Check Window

The Brightness Check window contains a gray box within a black rectangle.
When the brightness check is performed, the operator adjusts the monitor
controls while observing the gray box. All colors used in the electronic chart
should be clearly visible when the gray rectangle can just be seen.
To perform the Brightness Check:
1. From the Brilliance menu, select the Brightness Check submenu.
2. Turn the brightness control so that the white index line is at the top
position.
3. Turn the brightness control down (anti-clockwise) and observe the grey
box in the centre of the window.
4. If the box is not visible, increase the brightness setting until it can be just
distinguished in the window; or
5. If the box is clearly visible, leave the brightness control at the indexed
setting.
After the brightness check adjustments have been made, the `black level' of
the monitor is correctly set. Use the brightness control only if further
adjustment is required for visibility.

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