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What are the differences between the different model monitors?
HD109A: Our first monitor, it featured a 10.9 inch 1366 x 768 WXGA Display and utilized a simple LCD controller by MST. Had excellent viewing properties but had very few image features.
(Discontinued in 2008) HD089A: The predecessor to the HD109A it used the same simple MST controller but has a very popular 8.9 inch WSVGA 1024x600 350 NIT LCD screen.
(Discontinued in 2009) HD089B: Used the same popular 8.9 Inch WSVGA screen from the HD089A but with the more advanced Pixelworks PW338 controller. Added features like false color, focus assist, custom aspect ratios ect.
(Replaced By HD089B2)
HD089B2 Used the same popular 8.9 Inch WSVGA screen from the HD089B but with options for 3G SDI. Added features like false color, focus assist, custom aspect ratios ect.
HD071A: 33% smaller than the HD089B it uses the same PW338 controller board as the HD089B but with a 7.1 inch screen WSVGA 400 nit screen. Designed for people who needed a Hi res bright screen in a smaller package than an 8.9.
HD089C: Same as the HD089B but with an 8.9 inch high resolution 1280 x 768 WXGA 250 NIT LCD screen. Designed for extremely hi resolution cameras and is great at achieving critical focus. (Replaced By HD089C2)
HD089C2: Uses an 8.9 Inch 1280 x 768 WXGA 400 nit screen from the HD8900V2 and the PW338 controller from the HD089C with options for 3G SDI. Added features like false color, focus assist, custom aspect ratios ect.
HD089B2: Uses an 8.9 Inch
1024 x 600 WVGA 350 nit screen from the HD089B and the PW338 controller from the
HD089B with options for 3G SDI. Added features like false color, focus assist, custom aspect ratios ect.
HD5: Uses the same PW338 controller as the HD089B/C& HD 071A with all the advanced features. Takes advantage of an ultra high resolution 5.6 inch 1280x800 400 NIT LCD designed for HDSLR cameras but is universal. The -P/-S/-C at the end of the model number denotes battery plate
HD8900: This monitor is designed for more professional cameras using HDSDI. It comes in 2 versions:
V.1 Uses an LCD controller made by Digital View SVH1920 and the same 8.9 inch WXGA 250 NIT screen as the HD089C model monitor(Note Not HDCP Compliant) . You can tell a V.1 by the XLR port on the bottom of the screen. The HD8910 /8920 indicate single channel 1.5G HDSDI and dual 1.5G HDSDI for 4:4:4
(Replaced By
HD089C2 & HD089C2-SDI) V.2 8900 monitors use an upgraded digital View SVX1920 controller that is HDCP compliant and has a HDMI port on it and the LCD screen has the same WXGA resolution as the V1 but is brighter at 400 NIT.
HD8400: Uses the Digital View 1920SVH controller like the 8900 V.1 and an industrial grade NEC 1024x768 XGA LCD panel with 4 ccfl backlights it is 400 NIT. It was designed specifically for people using the RED /RED ONE camera. The HD8410 /8420 indicate single channel 1.5G HDSDI and dual 1.5G HDSDI for 4:4:4
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Will your monitor work with my camera & which monitor is right for me?
It all depends on the video output your camera has. Cameras with HDMI, Composite, or Component out should use the
HD089B2/C2, HD071A2 or HD5, Cameras with HDSDI, should use the HD089B2-SDI or
HD089C2-SDI
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What battery should I use to power my monitor?
There are a few options. You can use a universal standalone battery pack w/ its own charger like the Tekkeon MP3450i or you can use a battery plate that will work with standard camera batteries. Each has their advantages. Universal Batteries like the Tekkeon are able to power much more than just the monitor they can be used to extend the life of laptops power cameras, and even charge cell phones. Camera Batteries are cheap and easy to replace if lost/ damaged and if your camera uses the same battery you can interchange the batteries wit the monitor and camera and use your existing battery chargers. Table of Contents
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How long will the battery last?
All batteries are rated in mAh (milliamp hours) or Wh (Watt Hours) to determine how long a given battery pack will last you need to first find the Wh (watt Hour) rating of a battery. Then divide the Wh by current draw in watts and you come up with a time
Formula: (mAh*Voltage)/= mWh . mWh/ (current draw*1000) =battery life in hours
For example 7200 mAh lithium ion 7.4V battery on our HD089B which uses 13 Watts.
(7200*7.4)=53280
53280/13000=4.098
Rounded off to the nearest half hour = 4hrs.
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What batteries do you recommend for each battery plate?
Sony: NP-f950 /960/970 or Lenmar LIS970P
Canon: BP950G /955G /970G or Lenmar LIC970G
Panasonic: CGA-D54 / D54S or Lenmar LIP540
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Can I use a battery brick to power my monitor?
Yes you can but the battery brick must be regulated before the power goes into the monitor Or you must have the regulator installed internally. Our monitors require regulated 12V DC power.
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Can I install the battery plate myself?
For Sony, Canon, Panasonic & HMC battery plates installed on
the HD071A2, HD089B2 & HD089C2 the only tool required is a # 1 Phillips
screw driver. On older model monitors or Anton Bauer gold mount plates
drilling may be required.
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How should I mount the monitor?
Most people use an articulating arm on a super clamp or shoe mount. Both are
available on our store.
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How do I flip the image on my monitor?
All our monitors are designed with a mount on the top and one on the bottom. The HD8900 V1 and HD8400 are the only ones with flip in the menu all others will have to be physically mounted upside-down.
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What is the latest firmware and how do I upgrade the monitor?
You can send us an email or check the current user manual in the
downloads section.
There are 2 ways to get your firmware upgraded. You can purchase a firmware upgrade cable or send it in.
Send firmware upgrades to:
Manhattan LCD
Firmware Upgrade
1007 Brielle Ave.
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Are firmware upgrades free?
Yes if there is a major firmware update and your monitor is covered under warranty we will upgrade it for free. If your monitor is out of warranty there is a small fee. Email us for details
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How do I tell if my monitor is under warranty?
. If you noticed the monitor does not have a serial number the monitors warranty is determined by the Order number. If you did not order a monitor from us than you will need to provide a receipt or proof of purchase.
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if I purchase a monitor second hand does the warranty transfer?
Yes it does just make sure you get the original order number or
P.O.P. from the original owner and we can transfer the warranty to you.
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How do I reset the monitor?
There are 2 resets for firmware 6 6 2010 and older it is in the factory menu (Note you can screw up the monitor if you don't know what you are doing email support before attempting) firmware 12 21 2010 and later there is a factory reset in the menu system. To Clear NVRAM (Use only if your monitor is completely locked up) Hold down the UP and DOWN arrows and then Press and hold POWER for 5 seconds
it may be best to email or call us for complete instructions.
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How do I access the Factory Menu?
We do not recommend accessing the monitors factory menu unless there is a serious problem. To access it TYPE
MENU 9-1-1 MENU on the remote and scroll all the way to the right the factory menu has many things that can affect the way the monitor works. If you do not know
exactly what you are doing email us before attempting.
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I have an HD089C or HD5 and after clearing NVRAM or accessing the Factory Menu my picture is squished with a black bar how do I fix that?
You need to access the factory menu and change the panel select. Then turn off and on.
000 is HD089B & HD071A
001 is for the HD089C
002 is for the HD5
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Can I add a touch screen overlay to the monitor for use with SI2K cameras?
We have a USB touch overlay that can be added to the HD089B & HD089C and will work with the SI2k camera and allow you to access the camera's menu system from the monitor.
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How do I send the monitor in for repair & do I need an RMA and how long will the repair take?
Yes an RMA is required just send us an email with your order number or Proof of Purchase, name, address, and phone number, along with a description of the problem, be as specific as possible. we will send you an RMA number. Dont forget to include your RMA number with the package so we can get it processed
ASAP.
Send repairs to:
Manhattan LCD Repairs
RMA# _______
1007 Brielle Ave.
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What is your return policy?
From the time the monitor ships out the door you have 2 weeks to get a full refund. The monitor must be returned in "NEW" condition with all of the accessories in the original box. After 2 weeks there will be a restocking fee after 90 days you can trade it in for a newer model only. After 1 year your monitor is out of warranty (unless an extended warranty is purchased).
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