Wacom Co PL800 18" LCD Pen Tablet System User Manual users manual
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INTERACTIVE PEN DISPLAY
INSTALLATION GUIDE
AND USER’S MANUAL
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Introduction and Overview
The Wacom® Cintiq™ 18SX Interactive Pen Display combines an LCD display with a Wacom tablet.
This gives you a direct point-and-draw-on-screen interface that can be used with a Personal Com-
puter (PC), Macintosh® computer, or SGI™ or Sun® workstation. Cintiq’s basic components
include a Wacom tablet internally mounted behind an 18.1” diagonal TFT color LCD display, and
Wacom’s Grip Pen.
Your Cintiq Interactive Pen Display offers a number of significant advantages over a standard
display:
■Integrated input and display
■Pressure-sensitive drawing directly on the display screen
■Reduced power consumption and heat generation
■Requires less work space
■Flicker free and easier on the eyes.
Cintiq comes with a modular display stand, which allows you to easily rotate the Interactive Pen
Display unit to any orientation, and to adjust the incline of the working surface to any angle
between 13 and 70 degrees. You can also lock Cintiq in either a landscape or portrait orientation.
If you prefer to use Cintiq on your lap, simply lift the display unit out of the stand. Please refer to
Working with Cintiq on page 32 for more information.
The workspace, and how you interact with it, was an important consideration in the design and
development of Cintiq. Regardless of how you prefer to work with the Interactive Pen Display,
you will find that Cintiq is ideally suited to a variety of diverse professional fields and applications.
Cintiq is especially useful in the fields of animation, graphics design, 3D modeling, and video and
film post-production. Some additional areas of use include architectural design, AV presentations,
industrial design, medical imaging, textile design, and any others where direct manipulation of the
screen image is useful.
This manual describes how to install the Cintiq hardware and software. It also describes how to
use Cintiq, the Grip Pen, and the modular display stand.
The Interactive Pen Display and the Cintiq stand are packed separately. Refer to Unpacking Cintiq
on page 12 before removing Cintiq or the stand from the box. Please follow all instructions
carefully.
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Note that the computer treats the two parts of Cintiq (the LCD display and the Wacom
tablet) as separate pieces of hardware. Therefore, the installation process is completed in two
stages:
■First, you will install the LCD display portion of Cintiq.
■In the second stage you will install Cintiq’s tablet functionality.
Both stages require hardware and software installations. Please follow all instructions
carefully.
You can find information on using the Wacom Tablet Control Panel for customizing your tablet
and pen settings in the online Help, located under the Help menu in the Wacom Tablet Control
Panel. See Learning More About Cintiq on page 37.
The following are not included with this product:
■Information about your specific computer hardware
■Information about your operating system
■Information about application software.
Please refer also to your computer hardware, operating system, or software application manuals.
To use the pressure-sensitivity of the Grip Pen with your favorite drawing application, refer to
instructions in that application’s manuals.
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Precautions on Use and Handling
Be sure to follow all instructions, cautions, and warnings found within this manual. Failure to do
so could void your warranty, in which case Wacom shall have no responsibility to repair or replace
the product.
P H Y S I C A L L O C A T I O N
■Do not use the Cintiq Interactive Pen Display in a facility control system that
requires extremely high reliability; it may cause other electronic devices to malfunc-
tion, or other devices may cause the Interactive Pen Display to malfunction. Where use
is prohibited, power off Cintiq to prevent the possibility of it causing other electronic
devices to malfunction. Wacom does not accept any liability for direct or consequential
damages. For details, please refer to your Warranty, located at the end of this manual.
E N V I R O N M E N T
■Temperature and Humidity
– Operating temperature and humidity 5˚ to 35˚C, 20 to 80% RH
– Storage temperature and humidity -10˚ to 60˚C, 20 to 90% RH
■Do not use or store Cintiq where temperature changes are severe or exceed specifica-
tions (e.g., outdoors or inside a vehicle). Do not use or store Cintiq where the
Interactive Pen Display, the Grip Pen, and the Cintiq stand are exposed to direct sunlight
or heat from an appliance, or are exposed to water or any other kind of liquid.
■Do not use Cintiq in a dusty environment; this may damage the unit.
U S A G E
■Only use the power supply that came with Cintiq. If a different type of power
supply is used, Cintiq will not work properly or may be damaged. Using a different
type of power supply also has the potential to result in fire. Use of a different
power supply will void your warranty.
■Be sure to use a grounded power source when applying power to Cintiq.
■Do not connect or disconnect the video or power cables while Cintiq or your
computer are turned on; this may damage the LCD display or computer video card.
In this case, Wacom shall have no responsibility to repair or replace the product.
■This product is for use with a DVI or VGA video card; using an inappropriate video
card may damage Cintiq.
■Do not block the rear panel ventilation holes; this may overheat and damage
the unit.
■When not using Cintiq for long periods of time, unplug the power supply cable
from the AC outlet.
WARNING
CAUTION
CAUTION
CAUTION
CAUTION
CAUTION
CAUTION
WARNING
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H A N D L I N G
■High Voltage. Do not open or disassemble the Cintiq Interactive Pen Display.
There is a risk of electrical shock when the casing is open. This will also void your
warranty and Wacom shall have no responsibility to repair or replace the product.
■Do not operate the display stand incline adjustment levers when Cintiq is not
mounted on the stand, and do not lift the stand by the adjustment levers; the
stand is spring-loaded and may cause injury or damage if released without the weight of
Cintiq on the stand. Improper operation may lead to physical injury or damage to the
stand.
■When moving Cintiq to a different location, either remove the display unit from
the stand and then move both items separately, use the lock brackets to fix
Cintiq to the stand (see page 53 for details), or otherwise make sure that the
stand does not separate from the display unit when moving them both together.
If the display unit is in landscape orientation, use one hand to grasp the bottom of the
display stand. With your other hand grasp the top of the display unit. Be sure you are
holding onto both the stand and display unit with your bottom hand before moving
Cintiq.
If Cintiq is in a portrait orientation or has been locked to the stand, the stand will not
separate from the display unit and Cintiq can be safely lifted by grasping the display unit
with both hands. Always follow the instructions on page 29 to remove the display unit
from the stand.
■If the LCD screen has been damaged, DO NOT touch any liquid that may be
leaking from it; this liquid is an irritant. In case of contact with skin, eyes, or mouth,
rinse immediately with running water for at least 15 minutes or more. If contact is made
with the eyes or mouth, also consult a physician.
■Do not disassemble the Cintiq stand. Improper disassembly could result in physical
injury or damage to the stand. In this case, Wacom shall have no responsibility to repair
or replace the product.
■Prevent children from swallowing the pen tip or side switch. The pen tip or side
switch may accidentally be pulled out if children are biting on them.
■Do not disassemble the Grip Pen. This may cause the device to malfunction. In this
case, Wacom shall have no responsibility to repair or replace the product.
■Do not scratch the display screen. Avoid placing sharp objects on the display
screen surface.
■Avoid intensive shock or vibration to Cintiq, the Cintiq stand, or the Grip Pen.
Hitting or dropping Cintiq may damage the display screen or other components.
■Do not put heavy articles on the Interactive Pen Display or push against it
with a strong force; this may damage the display screen or break the Cintiq stand
locking mechanism.
WARNING
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CAUTION
CAUTION
CAUTION
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CAUTION
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■Do not place heavy articles on the Cintiq cabling, repeatedly bend the cables
sharply, or apply heavy stress to the cable connectors; this may damage the unit
or cabling.
■Do not store the Interactive Pen Display unit on a flat surface that would exces-
sively bend or crimp the cable; always store the Interactive Pen Display in the Cintiq
stand when not in use.
■If the pen tip becomes sharp or angular, it may damage the coating on the
display screen. Please replace the pen tip if necessary.
■Do not use any organic solvent (e.g., alcohol) or even mild detergent to clean the
display screen. Use of these cleaners can damage the coating on the screen.
Please note that damage of this kind is not covered by the manufacturer’s war-
ranty.
– To clean the display screen, use an anti-static cloth or a slightly damp cloth.
When cleaning, apply only a light amount of pressure to the display screen and
do not make the surface wet.
– To clean the Cintiq casing, Cintiq stand, or Grip Pen, use a soft cloth with mild
detergent (such as dish washing liquid) diluted with water.
■Do not expose Cintiq to high voltage electrostatic discharges or to a build-up of
an electrostatic charge on the LCD screen. This may result in a temporary discolora-
tion and blotching of the LCD display. If discolorations occur, leave the Cintiq display
on and the discolorations should disappear within a few hours.
CAUTION
CAUTION
CAUTION
CAUTION
CAUTION
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Radio and Television Interference (U.S.A.)
The equipment described in this manual generates, uses, and can radiate radio-frequency energy.
If it is not installed and used properly—that is, in strict accordance with Wacom instructions—it
may cause interference with radio and television reception.
F E D E R A L C O M M U N I C A T I O N S C O M M I S S I O N ( F C C ) N O T I C E
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for Class B digital devices,
pursuant to Part 15 of FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection
against harmful interference in a residential installation.
This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and
used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communica-
tions. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation.
You can determine whether the Interactive Pen Display is causing interference by powering it off.
If the interference stops, it was probably caused by the Interactive Pen Display.
If your Interactive Pen Display does cause interference to radio or television reception, you may
be able to correct the interference by using one or more of the following measures:
■Rotate the television or radio antenna until the interference stops.
■Move the Interactive Pen Display farther away from the television or radio.
■Plug the Interactive Pen Display and computer into an outlet that is on a different circuit from
the television or radio.
If necessary, consult your Wacom dealer or an experienced radio/television technician for help.
Changes or modifications to this product not authorized by Wacom could void the FCC Certifica-
tion and negate your authority to operate the product.
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CE Declaration (Europe)
The equipment described in this manual generates, uses, and can radiate radio-frequency energy.
If it is not installed and used properly—that is, in strict accordance with Wacom instructions—it
may cause interference with radio and television reception.
R A D I O A N D T E L E V I S I O N I N T E R F E R E N C E
The Cintiq 18SX Interactive Pen Display has been tested and found to comply to the following
harmonized European Norms:
■EN 55024 (electromagnetic immunity)
■EN 55022 Class B (electromagnetic emissions)
■EN 61000-3-2 (limits for harmonic current emissions)
■EN 61000-3-3 (limitation of voltage fluctuations and flicker)
The Wacom power adaptors have been tested by their manufacturers and found to comply to the
following harmonized European Norms:
■EN 55022, EN 50082-1, EN 61000-3-2, or EN 61000-3-3 (electromagnetic emissions)
■EN 60950 (safety of low voltage devices)
Based on the results of these tests, Wacom declares that the above mentioned device conforms to
the European Council Directives 89/336/EEC and 73/23/EEC, and their amendment Directive
93/68/EEC and indicates this conformity by the CE-sign on each device.
The device must be installed and operated always in strict accordance to the instructions given in
this manual. Any changes or modifications to this product that were not specifically authorized by
Wacom will invalidate this declaration.
WACOM Co., Ltd
2-510-1 Toyonodai,
Otone-machi,
Kitasaitama-gun
Saitama, 349-1148
Japan
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Table of Contents
UNPACKING CINTIQ 12
■ Package Contents
■ Unpacking the Cintiq Stand
■ Unpacking and Mounting the Interactive Pen Display
■ Interactive Pen Display Components
INSTALLATION 18
■ System Requirements
■ Step 1: LCD Display Installation
■ Step 2: Tablet Installation
USING CINTIQ 28
■ Adjusting the Cintiq Stand
USING THE GRIP PEN 30
■ Working with the Grip Pen (UP-911E)
■ Using a Pen
WORKING WITH CINTIQ 32
■ Tablet Mode
■ Display Mode
■ Lap Mode
CUSTOMIZING CINTIQ 35
■ Customizing the Grip Pen
■ Adjusting the LCD Display
CARING FOR CINTIQ 43
■ Cleaning
■ Replacing the Pen Tip
■ Maintaining the Cintiq Stand
TROUBLESHOOTING 45
■ Testing Cintiq
■ Testing the Tablet and Grip Pen
■ Display Troubleshooting
■ Obtaining Technical Support
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APPENDICES 51
■ DuoSwitch Removal and Installation
■ Optional Display Configurations
■ Specifications
■ License and Warranty
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Unpacking Cintiq
P A C K A G E C O N T E N T S
The Cintiq 18SX Interactive Pen Display and the Cintiq stand are each packed separately. You will
find the other product components packed together in the accessories box. To avoid damaging
your product, please review the instructions on the following pages before unpacking
Cintiq or the stand. Your product came with the following items:
Cintiq 18SX Interactive Pen Display,
Main Unit with Attached Cable
Grip Pen and Pen Stand
(UP-911E-00A and PST-A026-03)
Installation Guide
and User’s Manual
(This manual.)
Wacom Tablet CD
(Contains the
driver software.)
Power Supply
(LE-2006B)
and
Power Cable
Notes:
Images are not shown to scale. Some package configurations include an additional CD containing bundled
software applications. To install these applications, insert the CD into your computer’s CD-ROM drive. If the
software installation menu does not automatically display, double-click on the Install icon located on the CD
and follow the prompts. Retain the package box for use when storing or shipping Cintiq.
Next Step:
Unpack the Cintiq Stand. See page 13
Cintiq Stand (MST-A074)
Lock Brackets (1 pair)
and Screws (Qty 2)
(PH0-A117 and MNE-A041)
Felt Pads (Qty 2),
Replacements for the
Cintiq Stand Rear Feet
(PSH-A241)
VGA to DVI-I Adaptor
(88741-9100, Molex)
Felt Bearing Recess Ring,
Replacement (PSH-A240)
DVI-D to DVI-I Adaptor
(88741-9400, Molex)
Parts and Accessories
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U N P A C K I N G T H E C I N T I Q S T A N D
When unpacking Cintiq, first unpack the modular display stand. Place the stand on your desktop
or work surface, making sure the stand is stable and will not tip or fall when the Interactive Pen
Display is mounted on it. Then familiarize yourself with the stand components.
Incline Adjustment Levers
When Cintiq is mounted on the
stand, use these levers to
adjust the display incline, as
described in
Adjusting the
Cintiq Stand
on page 28.
Bearing Recess
Front Feet
The front feet have rubber
pads to reduce stand
slippage on the desktop
when adjusting incline.
Rear Feet
The rear feet have
replaceable felt
pads, allowing the
feet to move when
adjusting incline.
Next Step:
Unpack the Interactive Pen Display and mount it onto the Cintiq stand. See page 14
The Cintiq stand supports the Interactive Pen Display unit. The stand can be used to adjust the
incline angle of the display unit from a low position (13 degrees from horizontal) to a high
position (70 degrees from horizontal). And, you can rotate Cintiq from landscape to portrait
orientation, or to any angle between +180 and -180 degrees. The stand also allows easy removal
of Cintiq for use in a semi-supported lap position.
Note: Whenever you are not using Cintiq in your lap, Cintiq must be stored in the stand to
avoid damage to the display screen or cabling.
Please refer to Working with Cintiq on page 32 for more information.
CAUTION Do not operate the incline adjustment levers when Cintiq is not mounted on the stand, and do not
lift the stand by the adjustment levers; the stand is spring-loaded and may cause injury or
damage if released without the weight of Cintiq on the stand. Improper operation may lead to
physical injury or damage to the stand. Be careful to avoid catching your finger in the gap of the
movable portion of the stand.
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U N P A C K I N G A N D M O U N T I N G T H E I N T E R A C T I V E P E N D I S P L A Y
When unpacking the Cintiq 18SX Interactive Pen Display, place the display unit face down on a
flat, soft surface (such as on a cloth spread across a desktop) and remove any packing materials
that may protect the display unit cabling.
To mount Cintiq on the stand:
■Make sure the stand is stable on your desktop or other work surface and will not tip or fall
when Cintiq is mounted on it. Securely grasp Cintiq with both hands so that the display faces
toward you, with the power switch and LEDs at the top right corner.
Align Cintiq parallel to the front of the stand so that the bearing hub is located between the
V-shaped upper edges of the stand’s bearing recess. See A (The V-shaped edges of the stand
will serve as a guide for positioning the bearing hub.)
■With the back of Cintiq resting against the stand, lower Cintiq until the bearing hub rests
securely in the bearing recess of the stand. See B The display unit will be held in place by
gravity; there will be no audible ‘snap’ that indicates a mechanical lock.
Note: To lock Cintiq in a landscape or portrait orientation, or to learn about other mounting
options, see Optional Display Configurations, on page 53.
Bearing Hub
A
Bearing Recess
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When operating the incline adjustment levers, Cintiq must be mounted on the stand with the
stand feet resting on a stable, flat surface. The stand is spring-loaded and can snap back
quickly, causing injury or damage if not operated properly.
When moving Cintiq to a different location, use the lock brackets to fix Cintiq to the stand (see
page 53 for details), or otherwise make sure that the stand does not separate from the display
unit. If the display unit is in landscape orientation, use one hand to grasp the bottom of the
display and stand. With your other hand grasp the top of the display unit. Be sure you are
holding onto both the stand and display unit with your bottom hand before moving Cintiq. If
Cintiq is in portrait orientation or has been locked to the stand, the stand will not separate from
the display unit and Cintiq can be safely lifted by grasping the display unit with both hands.
Next Step:
Familiarize yourself with the Interactive Pen Display. See page 16
WARNING
WARNING
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I N T E R A C T I V E P E N D I S P L A Y C O M P O N E N T S
Front View
Once the Cintiq Interactive Pen Display is safely mounted on the Cintiq stand, take some time to
familiarize yourself with its features and components.
The LCD display and tablet sensor function as an integrated input and output device. The LCD
display supports resolutions up to 1280 x 1024 pixels at 16,777,216 colors. The tablet sensor
reports pen coordinates, pressure, switch, and eraser information.
Status LED
Lights green when the pen tip or a side
switch is pressed, or when the eraser
enters proximity of the LCD screen.
Power LED
Lights green when power has been
supplied to both Cintiq and the computer
and a video signal is present.
Glows orange when no video signal is
received by Cintiq. (e.g., Your computer is
turned off, starting up, or has entered a
power management mode in which video
signals are not sent.)
Power Switch
Turns power to the unit on or off.
LCD Display Screen
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Rear View
Digital/Analog (DVI/VGA) Switch
Use this switch to correctly set Cintiq for
the video connection you will be using.
On Screen Display
(OSD) Controls
These controls enable you to adjust a variety of display
settings. See
Adjusting the LCD Display
on page 38 for
more information.
Cable Guide
Tuck the main cable into this guide
when working with Cintiq in a semi-
supported lap position. Remove the
cable from the guide when mounting
Cintiq on the display stand.
See
Working with Cintiq
on page 32.
Cabling and Connectors
The connectors on the integral cable
are for DVI-I video connection, USB or
serial data, and power connection.
Bearing Hub
Fits into the bearing recess on the Cintiq
stand. Allows rotation of Cintiq, and easy
mounting and removal from the stand.
Important:
Always store the Interactive Pen Display on the Cintiq
display stand or in its original packing carton when not in use. Do not
store the display unit on a flat surface that would excessively bend or
crimp the cable.
Next Step: Installation. See page 18
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Installation
S Y S T E M R E Q U I R E M E N T S
Before installing Cintiq, make sure your computer meets the following system requirements:
■Macintosh. OS 9 or 10.1 and higher. DVI or VGA video connector, available USB port, and
CD-ROM drive. ADC connectors require an ADC to DVI-D adaptor (not included).
■PC. Windows 98, Me, 2000, or XP. DVI or VGA video connector, available USB or serial port,
and CD-ROM drive.
■SGI and Sun workstations. Additional purchase of Wacom UNIX kit. IRIX 6.5 or later
for SGI. Solaris 2.6 or later for Sun. DVI or VGA video connector, available serial port, and
CD-ROM drive.
Cintiq supports both digital (DVI) and analog (VGA) video signals. By using the VGA to DVI-I
adaptor, you can connect Cintiq to a VGA video card. However, connecting Cintiq to a DVI video
card generally results in optimum performance because a digital video signal will display a better
image and exhibit less cursor lag on the screen.
If you plan to install a video card with digital output, complete the video card hardware and
software installation before connecting Cintiq. If you have another display that is compatible with
your video card, you can connect that display to the card in order to verify that the video card is
operating correctly. For information on digital video cards that have been tested with Cintiq, refer
to Wacom’s Web site at http://www.wacom.com/cintiq
There are two primary steps to the installation process:
■Step 1: LCD Display Installation
■Step 2: Tablet Installation
Be sure to follow ALL installation instructions carefully. Failure to do so may cause
damage to Cintiq or to the video card in your computer.
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S T E P 1 : L C D D I S P L A Y I N S T A L L A T I O N
Cintiq can be used alone or with another display, such as a CRT monitor or LCD projector. To use
Cintiq with another display, you will need two video cards or a video card with dual output.
Depending on the capabilities of your video card and operating system, you may be able to set up
Cintiq as a mirrored, extended, or independent display. Refer to your video card documentation
for more information on its capabilities.
In the first stage of the installation process you will install Cintiq as a display on your system.
As you work through this stage, please refer to the LCD Display Cabling Diagram on the following
page when making cable connections.
Important: Do not connect the USB or serial data cable until instructed to do so.
■Turn off your computer.
Caution: Never connect or disconnect the video or power cables while your computer or
Cintiq are powered on—this can damage the LCD display or video card.
■If your computer has only one video connector, you will need to unplug your previous dis-
play. Determine if your computer has a digital (DVI-I, DVI-D, or ADC) or analog (VGA)
connector, and set the Digital/Analog (DVI/VGA) switch located on the back of Cintiq for the
video connection you are using. Move the switch to the right toward the OSD buttons for
Digital (DVI-I, DVI-D, or ADC), and move it to the left toward the tablet edge for Analog
(VGA). See A
DVI-I Connector
DVI-D Connector
Apple ADC Connector
VGA Connector
■If you are connecting to a DVI-I connector, plug the DVI-I video
cable into the DVI-I connector of your video card.
If you are connecting to a DVI-D connector, plug the DVI-I video
cable into the DVI-D to DVI-I adaptor supplied with Cintiq.
Then plug the adaptor into the DVI-D connector on your video card.
If you are connecting to an ADC connector, you will need to
obtain an ADC to DVI-D adaptor. Plug the video cable into the
DVI-D to DVI-I adaptor supplied with Cintiq. Next, plug this adaptor
into the ADC to DVI-D adaptor. Then plug the ADC adaptor end into
the ADC connector on your video card.
If you are connecting to a VGA connector, plug the DVI-I video
cable into the VGA to DVI-I adaptor (supplied with Cintiq) and then
into the VGA connector on your video card.
Be sure to tighten the thumbscrews on the connectors. See B
■Connect the power supply to Cintiq. See C Then connect the supply’s power cable and plug
the supply into an AC outlet. See D
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LCD Display Cabling Diagram
Cintiq, rear view
Digital/Analog (DVI/VGA)
switch
Analog Digital
DC Input
Video card
DVI or VGA
Do not attach the USB
or serial data cable
until instructed to do so.
DVI-I connector
To connect to a DVI-D connector,
use the DVI-D to DVI-I adaptor.
To connect to a VGA connector,
use the VGA to DVI-I adaptor.
Rear panel of your computer
Power Supply To AC Outlet
CAUTION
Make sure that you correctly set the Cintiq Digital/Analog (DVI/VGA) switch for
the video card you are using.
Do not connect or disconnect the video or power cables while Cintiq or your
computer are turned on –
this can damage the LCD display or computer video card.
Do not exceed a display refresh rate of 75 Hz
—this can overheat the LCD display and
cause permanent damage.
A
B
C
D
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■Turn on Cintiq. The power LED will light.
■Next, turn on your computer. (For Windows, if the New Hardware Wizard displays, follow
the prompts while making sure to select the default options.)
Note: For Windows, a Cintiq color profile will be added to your computer’s color manage-
ment system during this installation. If you are prompted for the location of Cintiq monitor
files, insert the Wacom Tablet CD into your computer’s CD-ROM drive and follow the prompts
to install any display software. To activate this color profile for use with Cintiq, you may need
to select the CTQ18D65 profile in the system’s Display Properties control panel.
For more details, refer to the color management information in your operating system and
application documentation.
■The maximum resolution of Cintiq is 1280 x 1024, True Color (24 bit). As necessary, configure
the display control panel settings for the proper size and color resolution. The number of
colors is constrained by the capabilities of your video card. Refer to the video card
manufacturer’s documentation for details.
If you are using analog (VGA) mode, you may want to fine-tune the display. Please refer to
Adjusting the LCD Display on page 38 for more information.
For Windows, if you are using Cintiq as a secondary display, you may first need to enable
Cintiq in your Display Properties control panel.
■After the display portion of Cintiq is working to your satisfaction, move on to the next section
(Step 2: Tablet Installation) to install the Wacom tablet portion of Cintiq.
Note: For troubleshooting tips, please refer to page 45.
Each Cintiq 18SX LCD panel is produced under very stringent quality standards. Production techniques
cannot guarantee an absolutely perfect TFT display, and some panels may exhibit a certain number of pixels
that show an incorrect color. Refer to the specifications on pages 55 and 56 for more information.
If an image area has fine striping (such as screen stripes), it may flicker or display a moiré pattern.
Do not apply excessive pressure on the display surface; it may cause the appearance of a moiré or pooling
pattern. If you notice this action, use less pressure on the display screen when working with the pen.
When a still image is displayed for a long period of time without refreshing the screen, an after-image may
remain for a short period of time. To prevent this, Wacom recommends using a screen saver or other power
management feature.
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S T E P 2 : T A B L E T I N S T A L L A T I O N
After you have completed the LCD display installation and configured the display settings, you will
need to connect the Cintiq tablet cabling and install the Wacom tablet driver software.
When installing the tablet portion of Cintiq, refer to the Tablet Cabling Diagram on the following
page.
■First, shut down and power off your computer and Cintiq. If a USB port is available, Wacom
recommends installing Cintiq as a USB device.
■For USB installation: Choose the Cintiq USB connector
Plug the connector into an available USB port on your computer. See E in the connection
diagram on page 23.
■For Serial installation: Choose the Cintiq serial connector
Plug the connector into an available serial port on your computer. See F in the connection
diagram on page 23. For UNIX workstations, you may need to use an appropriate adaptor
from the Wacom UNIX kit to connect the serial cable.
Important: If the connection is difficult to make, do not force the plug into the connector.
Instead, verify that there are no bent pins and that you have the correct cable and location.
Do not plug in or unplug the serial connector when your computer is running—this may
damage your serial card.
■Next, depending on your operating system and the tablet interface that you will be using (USB
or serial), refer to the appropriate section for software installation instructions:
Tablet Software Install for Macintosh See page 24
Tablet Software Install for Windows with USB Connection See page 25
Tablet Software Install for Windows with Serial Connection See page 26
Tablet Software Install for SGI or Sun See page 27
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Tablet Cabling Diagram
To Cintiq
To USB port
Or...
To serial port
Connect either the USB or serial cable; do not
connect both cables. Wacom recommends
using the USB connection, if available.
F
E
Rear panel of your computer
CAUTION
Do not connect or disconnect the video or power cables while
Cintiq or your computer are turned on
—this can damage the LCD
display or computer video card.
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Tablet Software Install for Macintosh
To install the tablet software:
■First turn on Cintiq, then turn on your computer and allow the operating system to fully load.
Cintiq will automatically register as a USB device.
■Disable any virus protection programs and close all open applications before installing
the software.
■Insert the Wacom Tablet CD into your computer’s CD-ROM drive. The Cintiq menu should
automatically display. If the menu does not display (or if you are running OS X), double-click
on the Install icon located on the CD. Click on the Install Cintiq button and follow the
prompts to install the driver software.
■Register your tablet when prompted.
■If you are running OS X, reboot your system for full tablet functionality.
Note: During installation, a Cintiq color profile will be added to your computer’s color man-
agement system. To activate this color profile for use with Cintiq, you may need to select the
Cintiq 18SX profile in the system’s ColorSync control panel. For more details, refer to the color
management information in your operating system and application documentation.
Be sure to check the Read Me file for late-breaking news. If you have trouble with the installation,
refer to the troubleshooting section in this manual and in the online Help.
Next Steps:
To learn more about using Cintiq, proceed to Using Cintiq. See page 28
Be sure to adjust the tablet calibration to precisely align the screen cursor
position with the location of the pen tip. Refer to Calibrating Cintiq. See page 36
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Tablet Software Install for Windows with USB Connection
To install the tablet software:
■First turn on Cintiq, then turn on your computer and login, allowing the operating system to
fully load. Cintiq will automatically register as a USB device.
Windows 98 users: The Add New Hardware Wizard will display. Follow the prompts,
selecting the default options. If prompted to install drivers for the USB Human Interface
Device, insert the Windows 98 CD, click OK, and enter the location of the Windows CAB files
(e.g., d:\win98). Note that the files may be located on your hard disk in the
c:\windows\options\cabs folder.
■Insert the Wacom Tablet CD into the CD-ROM drive. The Cintiq menu should automatically
display. If the menu does not display, double-click on the Install icon (located on the CD).
Click on the Install Cintiq button and follow the prompts to install the driver software.
■Register your tablet when prompted.
Be sure to check the Read Me file for late-breaking news. If you have trouble with the installation,
refer to the troubleshooting section in this manual and in the online Help.
Next Steps:
To learn more about using Cintiq, proceed to Using Cintiq. See page 28
Be sure to adjust the tablet calibration to precisely align the screen cursor
position with the location of the pen tip. Refer to Calibrating Cintiq. See page 36
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Tablet Software Install for Windows with Serial Connection
To install the tablet software:
■First turn on Cintiq, then turn on your computer and login, allowing the operating system to
fully load.
■Plug and Play Installation. If the New Hardware Wizard displays, follow the prompts
selecting the default options. When prompted for the driver files, insert the Wacom Tablet CD
into your computer’s CD-ROM drive. If you are asked for the location of the driver files, select
the CD-ROM drive option. After completing the New Hardware Wizard, click Finish, then
continue with the Wacom Driver Software Installation, below.
■Manual Installation. If the New Hardware Wizard does not display, insert the Wacom
Tablet CD into your computer’s CD-ROM drive and continue with the Wacom Driver Software
Installation, below.
■Wacom Driver Software Installation. The Wacom installation menu should automatically
display. If the menu does not display, double-click on the Install icon (located on the CD).
Select Cintiq as your tablet and the Other button for the interface type. The Cintiq menu will
display. Click on the Install Cintiq button and the Continue button to begin the software
installation. Follow the prompts to complete the driver software installation.
■Register your tablet when prompted.
■After the driver installation is complete, make sure you can use your pen on the display screen
to move the screen cursor.
Be sure to check the Read Me file for late-breaking news. If you have trouble with the installation,
refer to the troubleshooting section in this manual and in the online Help.
Next Steps:
To learn more about using Cintiq, proceed to Using Cintiq. See page 28
Be sure to adjust the tablet calibration to precisely align the screen cursor
position with the location of the pen tip. Refer to Calibrating Cintiq. See page 36
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Tablet Software Install for SGI or Sun
To install the tablet portion of Cintiq, install the Wacom tablet driver software. Refer to the Quick
Start Guide that came with your Wacom UNIX kit for instructions on installing the tablet driver
software.
Be sure to check the README file for late-breaking news. If you have trouble with the installation,
refer to the troubleshooting section in this manual and in the online Help.
Note: For information on Linux® support, please refer to Wacom’s web site at
www.wacom.com/productsupport
Next Steps:
To learn more about using Cintiq, proceed to Using Cintiq. See page 28
Be sure to adjust the tablet calibration to precisely align the screen cursor
position with the location of the pen tip. Refer to Calibrating Cintiq. See page 36
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Using Cintiq
A D J U S T I N G T H E C I N T I Q S T A N D
The stand allows Cintiq’s incline to be adjusted to any angle between 13 and 70 degrees. You can
also rotate Cintiq from landscape to portrait orientation, or to any angle between +180 and -180
degrees.
Adjusting the Display Incline
To adjust the incline, from the front of Cintiq grasp the Interactive Pen Display on the left and right
side at approximately the same height as the Cintiq stand adjustment levers. Use your fingertips to
gently pull the incline adjustment levers toward the display unit; this will release the stand’s clutch
mechanism. Tilt the display to adjust the incline setting.
■To lower Cintiq, pull the left incline adjustment lever toward Cintiq and gently lower Cintiq to
the desired incline angle. Release the lever to lock the stand in place.
■To raise Cintiq, pull the right incline adjustment lever toward Cintiq and gently raise Cintiq to
the desired incline angle. Release the lever to lock the stand in place.
Note: The stand adjustment levers may exhibit some natural play before the clutch mechanism
engages. For the most accurate incline adjustment, first raise the incline slightly higher than
you plan to work with, then lower the display to the desired position.
Adjusting Rotation
The Interactive Pen Display can be rotated on the display stand when the incline is less than or
equal to 32 degrees.
To adjust rotation, grasp Cintiq by the main body casing and rotate the unit to the desired position;
it will move on the bearing hub. You can only rotate the display unit 180 degrees in either
direction. Note that the lock brackets can be used to lock Cintiq in either a landscape or portrait
orientation. See Optional Display Configurations on page 53 for more information.
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Removing Cintiq from the Display Stand
To remove Cintiq from the display stand:
■If the lock brackets are attached, remove them from the back of Cintiq.
■Position the display to landscape orientation before removing Cintiq from the display stand.
The stand will not release unless Cintiq is in landscape orientation.
■Next, raise the stand incline to the highest position. See Adjusting the Cintiq Stand on
page 28 for instructions.
■Firmly grasp the Interactive Pen Display on both the left and right sides of the body casing, and
lift the unit out of the display stand bearing recess.
Important: When removing Cintiq from the display stand, always lift Cintiq in a direction
parallel to the front of the stand.
Note: When packing Cintiq for transport, always pack the Interactive Pen Display and Cintiq
stand in their original containers and protective cushions. Never pack the two items with the
display unit mounted on the stand; this may damage the display unit or stand during transpor-
tation.
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Using the Grip Pen
W O R K I N G W I T H T H E G R I P P E N ( U P - 9 1 1 E )
As you work with Cintiq, you can rest your hand on the display screen, just as if it were a drawing
board or sheet of paper. Hold the Grip Pen as you would a pencil. Make sure the side switch is
in a convenient location where you can press it with your thumb or forefinger, but won’t acciden-
tally press it while drawing.
Eraser
DuoSwitch
(side switch)
Tip switch
Note:
The Grip Pen should never
be stored in a container where it
will rest on its tip or eraser.
When the pen is not in use, place
your pen in the pen stand or lay it
flat on your desk.
Pen Tip
The pen is activated as soon as it enters proximity, about 5 mm (0.2 in), above the Interactive Pen
Display screen. This allows you to position the screen cursor or use the DuoSwitch without
touching the pen tip to the display screen.
When pressure is applied to the pen tip, the tip switch is turned on and the pen simulates a mouse
button click. The tip click pressure can be adjusted in the Wacom Tablet Control Panel.
Please refer to the online Help for details.
Eraser
To use the eraser, hold the Grip Pen upside down. When the eraser is within proximity of the
active area, the tablet reports the pen coordinates and the pressure applied to the eraser.
The eraser can be used as an eraser or assigned to another function, depending on the application.
The tablet distinguishes the tip switch from the eraser switch. Refer to the online Help for the pen
settings.
DuoSwitch
The DuoSwitch is programmable, and can be used to perform the same click and double-click
functions as the tip switch. Toggle the DuoSwitch in either direction to activate the upper or lower
button functions. Please refer to the online Help for more information on switch settings.
Note: If you do not care to use the side switch, you can remove it by following the directions
in DuoSwitch Removal and Installation, on page 51.
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U S I N G A P E N
Pointing and Selecting
Move the Grip Pen above the Cintiq display screen to position the screen cursor. The cursor
jumps to the location where you place the pen (absolute positioning). Press the pen tip on the
display screen to make a selection.
Note: If the screen cursor does not closely follow the pen tip, you will need to calibrate the
Interactive Pen Display. (See Calibrating Cintiq on page 36.) If the screen cursor does not
jump to a position close to the pen tip when you place the pen on the display screen, then the
tablet driver did not load yet. In this case, refer to the online Help for troubleshooting tips.
(See Learning More About Cintiq on page 37 for information on accessing the online Help.)
Clicking
Tap the display screen once with the pen tip, or touch the pen to the display screen with enough
pressure to generate a mouse click.
Double-Clicking
Press the upper side switch (Windows) or lower side switch (Macintosh), or quickly tap the
display screen twice in the same place with the pen tip. Double-clicking is easier when the pen is
perpendicular to the tablet screen.
Tip: You can make navigating with the pen easier by configuring Windows to select when the
pen is over an icon and to launch the icon with a single click. To turn on this feature:
Windows Me, 2000, or XP. Open a folder, select the Tools pull-down menu, and Folder
Options.... From the General tab select the option Single-click to open an item (point to
select).
Windows 98. Open a folder, select the View pull-down menu, and Folder Options....
From the General tab select the Web style option.
Dragging
Select an object, then slide the pen tip across the display screen to move the object.
Erasing
In supporting applications, the pen’s eraser works like the eraser on a pencil. In text applications,
use the eraser to select text, then lift the eraser from the tablet to delete the text.
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Working with Cintiq
The Cintiq 18SX Interactive Pen Display and stand were designed to provide you with the widest
possible range of flexibility and ergonomic work approach. The design allows for fast, easy
transitions between three basic modes of use, enabling you to quickly adjust Cintiq to a different
position whenever the need arises. You may want to evaluate each mode to determine which best
fits your particular working style and tasks.
As you work with Cintiq, you can rest your hand lightly on the display screen, just as if it were a
drawing board or sheet of paper.
D I S P L A Y M O D E
This is a common position when using Cintiq
as a primary display, and when your work
requires a large amount of keyboard input.
Display mode is also useful when presenting
your work to co-workers or clients.
T A B L E T M O D E
At inclines of less than 32 degrees, the dis-
play unit can be freely rotated on the display
stand without touching the desktop. In this
position, Cintiq emulates a traditional
animator’s table and gives you the freedom
to rotate the display unit to any angle for the
greatest comfort and accuracy of stroke while
drawing or editing images.
Hints:
■If the rotation lock brackets are attached to the back of Cintiq, they must be removed before
Cintiq can be rotated.
■Before rotating the display unit, be sure the cable has been untucked from the cable guide and
is freely rotating behind the unit.
■Because the Cintiq drawing surface will be a little higher than your desk, consider adjusting
the height of your desk or chair to assure comfortable use of the device.
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L A P M O D E
When working in lap mode, you can freely
position Cintiq without the use of the stand.
If you are not familiar with how to remove
Cintiq from the display stand, refer to page 29
for details.
Hints:
■Set the display stand to the upright position so that you can use it as a tablet stand whenever
Cintiq is not in use. You can also use the stand as a cable guide—this makes it easier to
remove the display unit from the stand and to return it back to the stand.
■The rear side of the display unit has a flat upper surface for resting the unit securely against a
straight desk edge.
Important: Do not place the display unit on the desk or any other surface by itself—this may
bend, crimp, or otherwise damage the cable.
■Insert the main cable into the cable guide located at the back of Cintiq—this will reduce the
possibility of placing undue stress on the cable when working with Cintiq.
■Make sure that you comfortably support the body of the display unit in your lap, and that the
unit is not resting on the cable. If the unit rests on the cable, the cable will excessively bend
or crimp and be damaged.
■Maintain a good posture at all times, and change your position if you feel any discomfort due
to your work position or the weight of Cintiq.
■Do not pull the cable out of its computer connections by accidentally moving the Interactive
Pen Display too far from the computer.
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To minimize fatigue, organize your work area so you can work comfortably. Position Cintiq, the
Grip Pen, and your keyboard so they are easily accessible without unnecessary reaching.
The Interactive Pen Display should be positioned so you can view it comfortably with a minimum
of eyestrain.
Here are some other points to keep in mind:
■Take short breaks between tasks to stretch and relax your muscles.
■Use a gentle grip when working with the pen.
■Alternate tasks throughout the day.
■Minimize awkward postures and repetitive movements that cause discomfort.
■Alternate between different modes of use.
Next Step:
If you have not already done so, learn about
the basics of customizing the Grip Pen. See page 35
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Customizing Cintiq
C U S T O M I Z I N G T H E G R I P P E N
The Basics
The Wacom Tablet Control Panel makes it easy to customize Cintiq and the Grip Pen. Be sure to
see the online Help for detailed information on working with the Wacom Tablet Control Panel and
customizing Cintiq. To open the control panel:
Windows systems: Click on the Windows Start button and choose Programs. From the
Wacom Tablet group, choose the Wacom Tablet option.
Macintosh systems: For OS X, in the Finder, select the Go menu and choose Applications.
Open the Wacom folder and double-click on the tablet icon. (For earlier Macintosh operating
systems, from the Apple menu choose Control Panels and then Wacom Tablet.)
SGI workstations: Use your Grip Pen to bring up the Icon Catalog. Select the WacomTablet
page, then double-click on the WacomTablet icon.
Sun workstations: At the command prompt, enter </usr/sbin/wacomcpl&>
When you open the control panel, an icon for the Grip Pen is displayed in the Tool List and the
appropriate tabs are displayed. To customize the pen, make your changes to the tab controls.
For Windows systems, and for SGI and Sun workstations, click Apply or OK to save your changes.
Note: Application-specific settings are for advanced users. Application-specific settings are
not available for SGI and Sun workstations.
Displays applications
with customized
settings. The icon
shows that tool
settings apply to all
applications.
Displays an icon for
the Grip Pen.
Tabs display settings
for the Grip Pen and
selected application.
Current selections are
highlighted. Wedges
emphasize the
relationship between
tab settings and the
selected tool and
application.
The pull-down menus access a
variety of control panel features.
This button is for creating application-specific settings.
See the online Help for details.
For Windows, SGI,
& Sun.
OK saves changes and
closes the control panel.
Cancel closes the
control panel without
saving changes. Use
Apply to save changes
without closing the
control panel. Help
displays online Help for
the control panel.
Resets the selected tab
to its factory default
values.
Returns a tab to its
previously saved or last
applied settings.
Copies settings from
one tool or application
to another.
Windows control panel shown.
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Calibrating Cintiq
You may want to calibrate Cintiq and the Grip Pen in order to align the screen cursor position with
the position of the Grip Pen on the display screen. This may be required to adjust for parallax
caused by the display screen overlay. After setting Cintiq in its working position, follow the
procedure below to calibrate the tablet and pen.
■In the Wacom Tablet Control
Panel, select the Calibra-
tion tab.
■If you are working with mul-
tiple displays, be sure the
display corresponding to
Cintiq is selected in the
Monitor menu. (The de-
scription may vary depend-
ing on the platform you are
working with. For example,
on a Macintosh system the
option is Cintiq 18SX.)
■Click on the Calibrate...
button to display the calibra-
tion screen.
■Hold the pen as you nor-
mally do, and use the pen tip
to click on the cross-hairs in
the upper-left corner.
■Then click on the cross-hairs
that are displayed in the
lower-right corner.
(For Windows systems, or
SGI or Sun workstations, you
will need to click Apply or
OK for the changes to take
effect.)
Note: The calibration setting
applies to all applications.
Cross-hairs
Adjustment pattern for phase and pitch
(VGA only). See page 41 for details.
Windows screen captures shown.
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Learning More About Cintiq
Refer to the online Help for information on using and customizing Cintiq.
Windows systems: To view Help, click on the Windows Start button and choose Programs.
From the Wacom Tablet group, choose the Wacom Tablet option. Then in the Wacom Tablet
Control Panel, click on the Help... button.
Macintosh systems: To view Help for OS X, in the Finder select the Go menu and choose
Applications. Open the Wacom folder and double-click on the tablet icon. (For earlier
Macintosh operating systems, from the Apple menu choose Control Panels and then Wacom
Tablet.) Then in the Wacom Tablet Control Panel, click on the ? button.
SGI workstations: To view Help, use your Grip Pen to bring up the Icon Catalog.
Select the WacomTablet page, then double-click on the WacomTablet icon. In the Wacom
Tablet Control Panel, click on the Help... button.
Sun workstations: To view Help, at the command prompt enter </usr/sbin/wacomcpl&>
In the Wacom Tablet Control Panel, click on the Help... button.
To read the Help before installing Cintiq, first insert the Wacom Tablet CD into your computer’s
CD-ROM drive.
Windows and Macintosh systems: When the software menu appears, click on the
Explore CD button. Locate and open the appropriate language folder. Then double-click on the
Cintiq Help icon.
SGI workstations: Issue the command <acroread /CDROM/SGI/opt/pl_help.pdf>
Sun workstations: Issue the command <acroread /cdrom/cdrom0/Sun/pl_help.pdf>
You will need Acrobat Reader V3.0 or greater to view the Help file.
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A D J U S T I N G T H E L C D D I S P L A Y
Factory Presets, Multi-Sync, and User Settings
Factory Presets: To display images with the best quality (based on the incoming signal), Cintiq
comes with a number of factory default standard display modes. Refer to pages 55 and 56 for
input signal specifications.
Multi-Sync: When connected as a VGA display, Cintiq attempts to automatically synchronize to
the incoming signal. If Cintiq does not automatically synchronize with the incoming signal, you
can use the OSD Reset Auto Adjust option to initiate display synchronization. If necessary,
further screen display adjustments can be manually made using the On Screen Display (OSD)
controls.
User Settings: When you manually set the display using the OSD function, the settings are stored
within Cintiq for use the next time the unit receives a similar signal. This is applicable to all
display modes.
Working with On Screen Display Settings
Cintiq is equipped with an On Screen Display function. The OSD function enables you to adjust
and optimize a variety of display settings at the touch of a button. To avoid accidental activation
when the Interactive Pen Display is rotated, the OSD controls are located on the back of the unit.
Simply reach over the top of the display unit to locate the buttons with your fingers.
Note: The + and – selection buttons are embossed with braille-style dots so that you can easily
identify them by touch.
Menu button
Opens or closes the OSD menu.
Selection buttons
Use these buttons to select an option that can then be
activated when you press the Enter button.
After activating a selected option, press the + button to
increase a selected item value, and press the – button
to decrease it.
Enter button
Activates or deactivates the
selected OSD menu option.
(+) (–)
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The basic process for working with the OSD is as follows:
■Press the Menu button to open the OSD main menu.
■Use the + or – buttons to select an option. When the option you want to adjust is highlighted,
press the Enter button. The current settings and adjustment sub-menu for that option will
appear.
■Use the + or – buttons to adjust the option settings.
■When you have made your changes, press the Enter button to save. To exit, press the
Menu button.
Notes: All settings are automatically saved when the OSD menu closes. If you make changes
to the display appearance and cannot return to the original settings, use the Reset Recall
option to return Cintiq to its original factory defaults.
When you open the On Screen Display (OSD), the following menu options are displayed as icons:
Contrast Select to
increase or decrease
image contrast.
Brightness Select to
increase or decrease
image brightness.
Phase (VGA only)
Select to reduce or
eliminate horizontal
distortion lines.
To automatically
adjust, use the
Reset option.
Pitch (VGA only)
Select to reduce or
eliminate vertical
distortion lines.
To automatically
adjust, use the
Reset option.
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Horizontal Center
(VGA only) Select to
move the screen
image left or right.
To automatically
adjust, use the Reset
option.
Menu Position
Select to move the
OSD menu around
the display screen.
Color Provides settings
for 9300°, 6500°, and
5000° Kelvin.
Also provides a User
option that enables you
to adjust Red, Green,
and Blue independently.
Choose a setting to
work with and press
Enter to activate your
selection. Change the
User setting by
selecting the icon:
In the User Adjust-
ment window, change
Red, Green, or Blue to
calibrate color. To exit,
select the icon:
Note: Manual changes
to the color settings will
invalidate the Cintiq
color profile.
Vertical Center
(VGA only) Select to
move the screen image
up or down.
To automatically
adjust, use the Reset
option.
Reset Provides two
options: Use Auto
Adjust to reset only
the image param-
eters.
Use Recall to reset
all screen options to
the factory default.
Selecting the exit
icon exits the Reset
window without
resetting anything.
Backlight Select to
increase or decrease
the backlight brightness
level.
Language Select to
choose a language
option for the OSD:
English, Deutsch,
Français, Español,
Italiano, or Japanese.
COLOR
BACKLIGHT
USER ADJUSMENT
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Adjusting Pitch and Phase (VGA Only)
Some computers and video cards may not allow the multi-sync function to fully work when Cintiq
is first connected. If some portion of the text appears blurred, adjust the pitch and phase by
following the procedure below. For crisp images, set the Cintiq resolution of your video card to
1280 x 1024.
■In the Wacom Tablet Control
Panel, select the Calibration tab.
■If you are working with multiple
displays, be sure the display cor-
responding to Cintiq is selected in
the Monitor menu. (The descrip-
tion may vary depending on the
platform you are working with.
For example, on a Macintosh sys-
tem the option is Cintiq 18SX.)
■Click on the Calibrate... button to
display the calibration screen.
■Using the OSD controls, open the
OSD Menu and select the Pitch
icon. Then adjust the pitch level
so that the pattern of fine vertical
stripes displays evenly.
■In the OSD Menu, select the
Phase icon and adjust the phase
level so that the adjustment pat-
tern shows clearly.
■After completing these adjust-
ments, press the Enter and Menu
buttons to exit the OSD Menu.
■For Macintosh, click on the Can-
cel button to exit from the moni-
tor calibration screen.
For Windows, click on the Can-
cel button or press the spacebar
to exit the screen.
Adjustment pattern
for phase and pitch
(VGA only).
Windows screen captures shown.
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Power Saving
Cintiq conforms to VESA and Energy Star power savings guidelines. When using Cintiq with a
VESA Display Power Management Signaling (DPMS) compliant computer or video card, the dis-
play will automatically comply with the power saving parameters below.
Power Saving
Mode
Power On
Standby mode
Suspend mode
OFF mode
H-sync
Yes
No
Yes
No
V-sync
Yes
Yes
No
No
Video
Active
Blanked
Blanked
Blanked
Power
Consumption
45 W, max.
5 W, max.
5 W, max.
5 W, max.
Power Lamp
Green
Orange/Green
Orange/Green
Orange
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Caring for Cintiq
Keep the Grip Pen and the Cintiq LCD screen surface clean. Dust and dirt particles can stick to the
pen and cause wear to the display screen surface. Regular cleaning will help prolong the life of
your LCD screen surface and pen. Keep Cintiq, the Cintiq stand, and the Grip Pen in a clean, dry
place and avoid extremes in temperature. Room temperature is best. Cintiq, the Cintiq stand, and
the Grip Pen are not made to come apart (except where specifically indicated for removal and
replacement of the pen’s DuoSwitch). Taking apart the product will void your warranty.
C L E A N I N G
To clean the Cintiq casing, the Cintiq display stand, or the Grip Pen, use a soft cloth and
mild detergent (such as dishwashing liquid) diluted with water. Do not use paint thinner, benzine,
alcohol, or other solvents to clean the unit casing, display stand, or pen.
To clean the display screen, use an anti-static cloth or a slightly damp cloth. When cleaning,
apply only a light amount of pressure to the display screen and do not make the surface wet. Do
not use detergent to clean the display screen; this may damage the coating on the screen. Please
note that damage of this kind is not covered by the manufacturer’s warranty.
R E P L A C I N G T H E P E N T I P
The pen tip will wear with normal use. When the pen tip gets too short, you can replace it with
one of the extra tips that came with the pen.
To remove the old tip:
Clasp it with a pair of tweezers, needle-nosed
plier, or similar instrument and pull the old tip
straight out of the pen.
To insert a new tip:
Slide it straight into the barrel of the pen.
Firmly push the tip until it stops. The new
tip will slide into the correct position.
If the pen tip wears and becomes angular, it may damage the coating on the Cintiq display screen.
To avoid this, periodic tip replacement is recommended.
WARNING
Prevent children from swallowing the pen tip or side
switch.
The pen tip or side switch may accidentally be pulled
out if children are biting on them.
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M A I N T A I N I N G T H E C I N T I Q S T A N D
If the stand’s felt ring or the rear foot pads become worn, you may want to replace them to prevent
damage to the back of the Interactive Pen Display or to your work surface.
To replace the felt bearing mount ring, carefully remove the worn ring and replace it with the
spare ring that came with Cintiq.
To replace the rear display stand foot pads, carefully remove the worn pads and replace them
with the spare foot pads that came with Cintiq.
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Troubleshooting
If the Wacom tablet driver failed to load properly, first perform any recommended action in the
error message on your screen.
If the Cintiq hardware does not function properly, refer to the troubleshooting section below.
If necessary, refer to the online Help for additional troubleshooting information.
Answers to frequently asked questions and information on known issues can be found on the
Wacom web site. See pages 49 and 50 to locate the Internet address for your region.
T E S T I N G C I N T I Q
If Cintiq does not power up, check the following:
■Verify that the cabling between Cintiq and your computer is correct. Be sure the power supply
is plugged into an active AC outlet and that it is connected to Cintiq. Verify that any other
display connection(s) to your video card are correct.
■Verify that Cintiq is powered on.
■The Cintiq power LED should light whenever the cabling is properly connected and the Cintiq
power switch is on. When the computer is turned on and a video signal is received, the Cintiq
display will activate and the power LED will glow green. If there is no display, verify that your
video card has been properly installed and is functional. If you have another display that is
compatible with your video card, you can connect that display to the card in order to verify
that the video card is operating correctly.
T E S T I N G T H E T A B L E T A N D G R I P P E N
If you cannot make a selection on the display screen with the Grip Pen:
■Test the pen by pressing the pen tip against the surface of the tablet. The status LED should
light green.
■Now, without applying pressure to the pen tip (but keeping the pen within proximity of the
tablet surface), press the side switch. The status LED should again light green.
■Next, bring the pen’s eraser within proximity of the tablet surface and press it against the
tablet. The status LED should light green.
If the status LED does not light green for these tests, be sure you are using the correct pen that
came with Cintiq. If you are still having problems, you may have a defective pen or tablet.
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D I S P L A Y T R O U B L E S H O O T I N G
If you encounter problems with the Cintiq display, refer to the following table. Your problem may
be described here, and you can try the solution offered. For additional information about color
issues, refer to the documentation that came with your operating system or applications.
General Problems Solutions
No display. The power LED is
off.
No display. The power LED is lit
green.
The LED is lit orange, or the
following message appears
briefly on your display screen:
The following message appears
briefly on your display screen:
The following message appears
briefly on your display screen:
■Verify that the AC power cable is connected, and that the Cintiq
power switch is turned on.
■Verify that the Digital/Analog (DVI/VGA) switch is properly set.
Restart your computer after changing the position of the switch.
■Check the contrast, brightness, and backlight controls.
Adjust as necessary, or open the OSD menu, go to the Reset
menu and select the Recall option.
■Your computer may be in a power management mode. Touch the
pen tip to the display screen, move the mouse, or depress any key
on your keyboard.
■Verify that the video card is properly installed.
■Check the video cable for bent or broken connector pins.
Then properly connect the video cable.
■Check that your computer is turned on.
■Check that the Cintiq video cable is fully connected.
■Check the video connector and any video adaptors for bent or
broken connector pins. Then properly connect the video cable
and necessary adaptors.
■The input signal frequency is incorrectly set or not compatible
with Cintiq. Connect a different display and set the refresh rate
(vertical frequency) to some value between 50 and 75 Hz. If your
video card driver supports adjustment of the horizontal frequency,
make sure it is set to some value between 30 and 80 kHz.
■The resolution is set too high (1280 x 1024, maximum).
■The refresh rate is set too high (75 Hz, maximum).
■Set the display properties to detect plug and play monitors.
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VGA Problems Solutions
The display ripples or flickers.
The display is not clear.
The display and LCD panel are not
lined up. The display size is not
correct.
The display ripples or shows a moiré
pattern. The display color is not even.
■Open the OSD menu, go to the Reset menu, and select the
Auto Adjust option. Then, if necessary, manually adjust pitch
and phase.
■Verify that the display adaptor or video card matches the speci-
fications for Cintiq.
■Adjust the refresh rate in the Display Properties control panel.
■As necessary, adjust contrast or brightness, pitch and phase.
■Set the display resolution of your video card to 1280 x 1024.
■Open the OSD menu, go to the Reset menu, and select the
Recall option.
■As necessary, adjust pitch and phase, and horizontal and verti-
cal position. Note that some video cards may not show the
display in proper sizing.
■Open the OSD menu, go to the Reset menu, and select the
Recall option.
■As necessary, adjust pitch and phase.
General Problems (cont.) Solutions
The image appears multiple times on
the display.
When a still image is displayed for a
long period of time without refreshing
the screen, an after-image remains for
a short period of time.
The color white does not display as
white.
■Do not extend the video cable. Do not use an input
selector switch box.
■Use a screen saver or other power management feature.
■Be sure the Cintiq color profile has been installed and is selected
as the profile for use with your operating system and applica-
tions. Verify also that the display is operating at the factory
default settings. If that is not sufficient, then adjust color as nec-
essary. For details on color management, refer to your operat-
ing system and application documentation.
■Verify that the video cable and connectors are fully connected.
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O B T A I N I N G T E C H N I C A L S U P P O R T
If you have a problem with Cintiq, first check the appropriate setup section in this guide to make
sure the unit is installed correctly. Then review the Troubleshooting section within this guide and
in the online Help; your problem may be described there and you can try the solution(s) offered.
If you cannot find the answer in this guide or in the online Help, you may find updated informa-
tion about your problem in the appropriate Read Me file for your platform (located on the Wacom
Tablet CD). You can also check the product FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions) on the Wacom
web site. (See next page for support listings).
Pre-Call Checklist
If you cannot solve the problem, contact Wacom Technical Support. You may want to make extra
copies of the form on this page. When you call, you should be at your computer with the
following information available:
■The Wacom Cintiq 18SX Installation Guide and User’s Manual ............................ ___________________
■Cintiq 18SX serial number
(Look at the label on the back of the display unit. You may
have to rotate the unit in order to see the serial number label.) ............................. ___________________
■Driver version number
(Look on the Wacom Tablet CD or in the Wacom Tablet Control Panel.) ............. ___________________
■The make and model of your computer or workstation .......................................... ___________________
■The make, model, and connection (DVI or VGA) of your video card .................... ___________________
■Operating system version ............................................................................................ ___________________
■The tablet data connection (USB or serial) on your computer ................................ ___________________
■A list of the peripheral devices attached to your computer ..................................... ___________________
■The software application and version you were using when
the problem occurred .................................................................................................. ___________________
■The exact wording of any error message that appeared on your screen ............... ___________________
■What happened and what you were doing when the problem occurred............... ___________________
■How you tried to solve the problem .......................................................................... ___________________
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Support Staff
If you think your Cintiq 18SX Interactive Pen Display is not working properly, contact the Wacom
support staff in your area.
USA, Canada, Central and South America
Contact your local distributor, or:
Worldwide Web: http://www.wacom.com/productsupport 24-hour Technical Support information:
FAQs—Frequently Asked Questions
and answers. (English)
Software updates. (English)
Email support. (English)
Anonymous FTP Site: ftp.wacom.com/pub/drivers Software updates.
Phone: ++1-360-896-9833 Technical Support. (English)
(7:30 am to 5:00 pm Monday – Thursday,
8:30 am to 5:00 pm Friday, Pacific Time)
FAX: ++1-360-896-9724 Technical Support. (English)
Europe, Middle East and Africa
Contact your local distributor, or:
Worldwide Web: http://www.wacom-europe.com Software updates.
Online support database.
Anonymous FTP Site: ftp://ftp.wacom-europe.com/pub/ Software updates.
Phone (Austria): ++43-(0)1-790 825 550 Technical Support.
Phone (Belgium): ++32-(0)2-275 0691 Technical Support.
Phone (France): ++33-(0)1-7020 0070 Technical Support.
Phone (Germany): ++49-(0)69-6630 8200 Technical Support.
Phone (Italy): ++39-(0)2-4528 7050 Technical Support.
Phone (Netherlands): ++31-(0)20-517 4705 Technical Support.
Phone (Switzerland): ++41-(0)1-212 2818 Technical Support.
Phone (United Kingdom): ++44-(0)207-744 0831 Technical Support.
Phone (other countries): ++49-(0)180-500 4397 Technical Support.
FAX: ++49-(0)180-500 4398 Technical Support.
Internet Email: support@wacom-europe.com Technical Support.
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Japan
Contact your local distributor, or:
Worldwide Web: http://tablet.wacom.co.jp Software updates and information.
(Japanese)
FAX: ++81-(0)47-380-8711 Technical Support. (Japanese)
Internet Email: tablet@wacom.co.jp Technical Support and sales. (Japanese)
Asia Pacific (English)
Contact your local distributor, or:
Worldwide Web: http://ap.wacom.co.jp Software updates and information.
(English)
Phone: ++81-(0)3-3371-1595 Technical Support. (English)
FAX: ++81-(0)3-3371-1468 Technical Support. (English)
Inquiry Form: http://ap.wacom.co.jp/faq/tablet/inquiry_form.html
Technical Support. (English)
To purchase parts and accessories, call toll-free: 1-888-884-1870 (USA and Canada only) or visit
Wacom’s web site at http://www.wacom.com/wacomdirect/ (USA only). Outside of the USA and
Canada, please contact your local dealer or distributor, or contact Technical Support.
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Appendices
D U O S W I T C H R E M O V A L A N D I N S T A L L A T I O N
Some users prefer to remove the DuoSwitch when working with the Grip Pen. For example, you
may want to remove the switch in order to focus on a drawing and eliminate any accidental clicks
that would occur if you unintentionally pressed on the switch. Note, however, that removing the
DuoSwitch also removes the button functionality it offers. For most users it is unnecessary to
remove the DuoSwitch.
1
2
3
To remove the DuoSwitch:
1. Firmly clasp the DuoSwitch in
the middle and pull out. (Press
in on the rubberized grip in or-
der to better grasp the switch.)
Important: Do not remove the
switch by prying it from either
end as this may damage your
Pen. NEVER adjust the trimmer
capacitor that will be visible
when the switch is removed.
When using the pen without the
DuoSwitch, always replace the
original rubberized grip with the
optional grip in order to protect
the trimmer capacitor.
2. Remove the pen tip cone by
turning it counterclockwise.
Then pull the grip forward over
the pen tip.
3. Install the optional grip by align-
ing the pen case rails with the
grooves inside the grip and
pushing the grip over the pen
tip. Then replace the pen tip
cone by turning it clockwise
onto the pen.
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To Install the DuoSwitch:
1. Remove the pen tip cone by
turning it counterclockwise.
Then pull the grip forward
over the pen tip.
2. Install the original grip (the
one with the DuoSwitch ac-
cess slot) by aligning the pen
case rails with the grooves in-
side the grip and pushing the
grip over the pen tip.
When properly positioned, the
DuoSwitch access hole will re-
veal the trimmer capacitor.
Then install the pen tip cone
by turning it clockwise onto
the pen.
3. Align the DuoSwitch into
place, making sure to match
the switch position to the grip
molding. Then gently press in
on the DuoSwitch until it
snaps into place.
1
2
3
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O P T I O N A L D I S P L A Y C O N F I G U R A T I O N S
Using the lock brackets, you can lock the Interactive Pen Display in either a landscape or portrait
orientation when mounted on the Cintiq stand.
Locking the Display to the Stand
To lock Cintiq to the display stand:
■Rotate the Interactive Pen Display to either a landscape or portrait position.
■Two VESA mount screw holes should be visible on the back side of Cintiq, just above the
display stand cutout.
■Locate the left and right lock brackets; they mirror one another and must be installed on the
correct sides for a proper fit. Make sure the groove in each lock bracket follows the contour
of the stand ridge, and that the arrows on the brackets point toward each other. Place each
bracket, with the bracket hook over the stand ridge, and insert the lock screws through the
bracket and into the VESA screw holes.
■Hand tighten the lock screws until each lock bracket is firmly attached.
Cintiq should now be firmly attached to the stand.
Note: To change the image displayed by Cintiq to portrait orientation, you need to purchase
and install Pivot® software by Portrait Displays® (www.portrait.com). With Cintiq in portrait
orientation, select the portrait option in the Pivot software. The Interactive Pen Display and
Grip Pen orientation will adjust to portrait mode.
Important: The tablet driver only supports a 90 degree clockwise rotation to portrait
orientation.
CAUTION Avoid placing excess
physical pressure on the
Cintiq stand; doing so
can damage the stand.
Left Lock Bracket
Right Lock Bracket
Lock Screws
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Using an Alternate Mount or Stand
If you plan to use Cintiq in an installation that
requires the use of an alternate mounting plat-
form, you can mount the Interactive Pen Dis-
play onto a VESA conforming mount arm or
stand. A VESA mounting platform will require
mount screws that are 4 mm wide with a
0.7 mm pitch (M4 Regular), and a maximum
screw clearance depth of 10 mm. Exceeding
the clearance depth of 10 mm will damage
Cintiq internal components. The hole pattern
should be a 100 x 100 mm square. The VESA
mounting platform will also require an aper-
ture of sufficient clearance to accomodate the
Cintiq cable and bearing hub (70 mm diam-
eter).
To attach Cintiq to a different mounting plat-
form:
1. Turn off your computer and power off
Cintiq. Then disconnect all cables from
between the unit and your computer.
2. If Cintiq is mounted, remove it from the
display stand.
3. Protect the display screen surface by
spreading a soft cloth onto a flat table and
placing Cintiq face down on the cloth.
4. Using the appropriate screws for your
mounting platform, firmly attach Cintiq to
the alternate mounting platform. Be sure
the integral cable and bearing mount pass
through the mount aperture without bind-
ing or excess pressure.
5. Refer to the appropriate installation
instructions, beginning on page 18, and
reattach the cabling.
When attaching Cintiq onto an alternate
mounting platform, be sure to follow all
instructions in the documentation supplied
by the platform manufacturer. If improp-
erly installed, the unit could fall, resulting
in damage to the unit or physical injury.
CAUTION
Aperture (70 mm dia.) for
cable and bearing hub.
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S P E C I F I C A T I O N S
General Specifications
Physical dimensions (W x D x H ): 468 x 407 x 70 mm (18.4 x 16.0 x 2.8 in), excluding stand
Weight: 7.7 kg (17.0 lb), excluding stand
9.7 kg (21.4 lb), including stand
Input voltage: 18 VDC
Power consumption: 60 W or less, (18 VDC)
Operating temperature and humidity: 5°C to 35°C, 20 to 80% RH (noncondensing)
Storage temperature and humidity: -10 to 60°C, 20 to 90% RH (noncondensing)
(maximum storage humidity is 38% at a temperature of 60°C, and
maximum storage temperature is 42°C at a humidity of 90%)
LCD Display
Display: a-Si TFT active matrix LCD
Screen size: 18.1 in (14.1 x 11.3 in)
Signal inputs: VGA (Analog RGB)
DVI (Digital)
Resolution: 1280 x 1024 pixels (SXGA), 1024 x 768 pixels (XGA),
800 x 600 pixels (SGA), 640 x 480 pixels (VGA)
720 x 400 (VGA), others
Refresh rate: 50 to 75 Hz (vertical)
All scan modes are non-interlaced.
Pixel pitch: 0.2805 x 0.2805 mm (0.011 x 0.011 in)
Color depth: 16,777,216 colors (24 bit)
Pixels: 1,310,720
Brightness: 210 cd/sq. m (typical)
Contrast ratio: 300:1
Plug and Play: DDC2B, EDID
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LCD Display (cont.)
LCD quality: Each Cintiq 18SX LCD panel is produced under very stringent quality
standards. Production techniques cannot guarantee an absolutely
perfect TFT display, and some panels may exhibit a certain number
of pixels that show an incorrect color.
Wacom quality standards are based on internationally accepted
standards for LCD displays. Wacom requires more than 99.999% of
the 1,310,720 pixels on each Cintiq 18SX to function perfectly, and
does not allow any pixel to be always white or always black.
A small number of pixels (10 or less) are allowed to show a wrong
color for some parts of the color spectrum.
Tablet
Reading technology: Electromagnetic give and receive method
Active area: 359.0 x 287.2 mm (14.13 x 11.31 in)
Resolution: 20 lpmm (0.05 mm) (508 lpi (0.002 in)) max
Accuracy: ±0.5 mm (±0.02 in), average
Maximum reading height: 5 mm (0.2 in)
Maximum report rate: 205 points/sec., max
Pressure levels: 512 levels
Communication interface: USB or RS-232C serial
Display Stand
Physical dimensions (W x D x H): 329 x 299 x 165 mm (13.0 x 11.8 x 6.5 in)
Weight: 2.0 kg (4.4 lb)
Rotation: ±180°
Incline: 13° to 70° from horizontal
Primary orientation: Landscape, lockable
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Power Supply
Input voltage: 100 to 240 VAC, 50/60 Hz
Output voltage: 18 VDC, 4.0 A
Grip Pen (Model UP-911E)
Pressure levels: 512
Pen tip travel: 0.1 mm (0.004 in) or less
Eraser tip travel: 2 mm (0.08 in), approximately
Physical dimensions: 159.0 x 14.0 mm (6.26 x 0.55 in)
Weight: 16 g (0.56 oz)
Side switch type: Rocker switch
Display Adaptors
VGA to DVI-I adaptor: Part number 88741-9100, Molex
Video card connection: VGA (RGB analog, male)
Display connection: DVI-I, female
Note: Use of this adaptor requires setting the Cintiq DVI/VGA
switch to the VGA position.
DVI-D to DVI-I adaptor: Part number 88741-9400, Molex
Video card connection: DVI-D, male
Display connection: DVI-I, female
Notes: Use of this adaptor requires setting the Cintiq Digital/Analog
(DVI/VGA) switch to the DVI position. Using a 3rd party ADC to
DVI-D adaptor requires the use of this adaptor as a secondary
adaptor for the Cintiq 18SX Interactive Pen Display.
Accessories
Extra pen tip: PSI-A007
Pen stand: PST-A026-03
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L I C E N S E A N D W A R R A N T Y
Limited Warranty for Products Purchased and Used in U.S. and Canada
WACOM warrants the product, except for the Software, to be free from defects in materials and workmanship
under normal use and service as long as the product remains in possession of the original owner, for a period
of two (2) years, as evidenced by a copy of the receipt and a registration card that has been returned to
WACOM within 30 days of purchase.
The Software is licensed “as is.” WACOM makes no warranty with respect to its quality or performance.
WACOM cannot guarantee you uninterrupted service or the correction of any errors.
Upon discovery of a defect in the product, except in the Software, within the Warranty Period, you should
notify WACOM Technical Support via telephone, email, or fax to obtain an RMA (Return Merchandise Autho-
rization) number and instructions for shipping the product to a service location designated by WACOM.
You should send the product, shipping charges prepaid, to the designated service location, accompanied by the
return authorization number, your name, address and telephone number, proof of purchase date, and a
description of the defect. WACOM will pay for return shipping by United Parcel Service or by an equivalent
service as chosen by WACOM.
WACOM’s sole obligation and entire liability under this warranty shall be, at WACOM’s option, either the
repair or replacement of the defective product or parts thereof of which WACOM is notified during the
Warranty Period; provided, however, that you are responsible for (i) the cost of transportation of the product
to the designated service location and (ii) any loss or damage to the product resulting from such transporta-
tion.
WACOM shall have no responsibility to repair or replace the product if the failure of the product has resulted
from accident, abuse, misuse, negligence, or unauthorized modification or repair, or if it has been handled or
stored other than in accordance with WACOM’s storage instructions.
Any descriptions, drawings, specifications, samples, models, bulletins, or similar material, used in connection
with the sale of the product, shall not be construed as an express warranty that the product will conform or
comply with your requirements.
EXCEPT FOR THE LIMITED WARRANTY DESCRIBED ABOVE, THERE ARE NO OTHER WARRANTIES MADE
BY WACOM ON THIS PRODUCT. NO ORAL OR WRITTEN INFORMATION OR ADVICE GIVEN BY WACOM,
ITS DEALERS, DISTRIBUTORS, AGENTS, OR EMPLOYEES SHALL CREATE A WARRANTY OR IN ANY WAY
INCREASE THE SCOPE OF THIS WARRANTY, AND YOU MAY NOT RELY ON ANY SUCH INFORMATION
OR ADVICE. THIS WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS, WHICH VARY FROM STATE TO
STATE.
WACOM LIMITS THE DURATION OF ANY LEGALLY IMPLIED WARRANTIES INCLUDING IMPLIED WAR-
RANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, TO THE DURATION OF
WACOM’S EXPRESS WARRANTY. SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW LIMITATIONS ON HOW LONG AN
IMPLIED WARRANTY LASTS. SO THE ABOVE LIMITATION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU.
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NEITHER WACOM NOR ANYONE ELSE WHO HAS BEEN INVOLVED IN THE CREATION, PRODUCTION,
OR DELIVERY OF THIS PRODUCT SHALL BE LIABLE FOR ANY DIRECT, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR INCIDEN-
TAL DAMAGES (INCLUDING DAMAGES FOR LOSS OF BUSINESS PROFITS, BUSINESS INTERRUPTION,
LOSS OF BUSINESS INFORMATION AND THE LIKE) ARISING OUT OF THE USE OF OR INABILITY TO USE
SUCH PRODUCT, EVEN IF WACOM HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES.
BECAUSE SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF LIABILITY FOR CONSE-
QUENTIAL DAMAGES, THE ABOVE LIMITATION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU.
In the event that any of the above limitations are held unenforceable, WACOM’s liability for any damages to
you or any party shall not exceed the purchase price you paid, regardless of the form of any claim.
This Limited Warranty is governed by the laws of the United States of America and the state of Washington.
This Limited Warranty is valid for and only applies to products purchased and used inside the United States
(and its territories or possessions) and Canada.
Warranty on Sales Outside of U.S. and Canada (Except Europe)
For products purchased or used outside of the United States and Canada, upon discovery of a defect in the
product, except in the Software, within the Warranty Period you should notify your local dealer or distributor.
In all other respects the terms of the warranty as set forth above apply to such sales.
Should you have any questions about this Agreement, or if you desire to contact WACOM for any reason,
please contact in writing:
In North and South America contact: In Asia Pacific contact:
WACOM TECHNOLOGY CORPORATION WACOM CO., LTD.
1311 SE CARDINAL COURT, 2-510-1 TOYONODAI
VANCOUVER, WA 98683 OTONE-MACHI, KITASAITAMA-GUN
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