VS-2 FineHD - Monitor Aputure - Free user manual and instructions

Product Type	Professional LCD Field Monitor
Brand	Aputure
Model	VS-2 FineHD
Display Size	7.02 inches
Resolution	1920 x 1200 pixels
Brightness	450 cd/m²
Contrast Ratio	1200:1
Viewing Angle	160° horizontal / 160° vertical
Pixel Pitch	0.07875 mm
Input Interfaces	HDMI, YPbPr, AV
Audio Output	3.5 mm earphone jack
Power Input	DC 7-18 V
Power Consumption	≤ 7 W
Current	≤ 950 mA
Battery Compatibility	Sony NP-F series (F550/F570/F770/F960/F970) and NP-FM/QM series
Dimensions	182 x 138 x 23 mm
Operating Temperature	0°C to 55°C
Storage Temperature	0°C to 70°C
Humidity	30% to 70%
Accessories Included	Charger, battery, sunhood, cleaning cloth, hand case, warranty card, HDMI cables, firmware update cable, articulate arm
Key Features	Co-zebra, Peak (4 colors), False Color, Monochrome (4 modes), Histogram, Volume Bar, Center Mark, Safe Area (multiple ratios), Flip (H/V), Color Temp (6500K/9300K/User), Low Battery Alert, Shortcut buttons
Safety Precautions	Do not disassemble; use approved batteries; avoid water; remove battery if not used; do not block ventilation; keep away from children
Cleaning	Use included cleaning cloth; avoid solvents and abrasive materials
Firmware Update	Via Mini USB input; download latest from Aputure website and follow instructions
Spare Parts & Reparability	Contact Aputure authorized dealer for spare parts and repairs

Frequently Asked Questions - VS-2 FineHD Aputure

How do I power the VS-2 FineHD monitor?

The monitor can be powered by a Sony NP-F series battery (NP-F550/F570/F770/F960/F970 or NP-FM/QM series) inserted into the battery holder, or via DC power input (7-18V) using the included power adapter.

What batteries are compatible with this monitor?

Compatible batteries include Sony NP-F series: NP-F550, F570, F770, F960, F970 and NP-FM/QM series: FM50, FM51, FM55H, FM500H, QM50, QM51, QM71D, QM91D.

How do I connect the monitor to my camera?

Use the appropriate cable for your camera's output: HDMI cable for HDMI output, YPbPr cable for component output, or AV cable for composite video and audio. Connect to the corresponding input on the monitor and select the correct input source via the Signal Switch.

How do I use the False Color feature?

Access the menu by pressing the Menu button, navigate to ASSISTANT FUNCTIONS > FALSE COLOR, and set to ON. The false color scale will appear below the image to help evaluate exposure levels.

How do I update the firmware?

Download the latest firmware from Aputure's official website (http://www.aputure.com/V-Screen-VS-2-FineHD/Update/). Save it to a USB disk, connect the disk to the monitor using the firmware update cable, and follow the on-screen instructions.

What is the screen resolution of the VS-2 FineHD?

The monitor features a 7.02-inch Full HD LCD screen with a resolution of 1920 x 1200 pixels.

How do I mount the monitor using the articulate arm?

Attach the cold shoe of the articulate arm to your camera's hot shoe or to a compatible mount. Then connect the monitor to the articulate arm via the 1/4 inch screw. The arm can be adjusted for various viewing angles.

How should I clean the monitor screen?

Use the included cleaning cloth to gently wipe the screen. Do not use solvents, abrasive cleaners, or excessive pressure to avoid damaging the LCD.

What should I do if the monitor shows no signal?

Ensure the camera is powered on and outputting video. Check that the cable is securely connected to both devices and that the correct input source is selected (AV, YPbPr, or HDMI) using the Signal Switch. Try a different cable or input port.

How do I reset the monitor to factory settings?

The manual does not provide a specific reset option, but you can navigate to OTHER SETTING in the menu and look for a RESET option (if available) or simply adjust all settings back to default manually.

USER MANUAL VS-2 FineHD Aputure

Thanks for purchasing Aputure V-Screen VS-2 FineHD!

Aputure V-Screen VS-2 FineHD, a professional LCD Field Monitor designed for video equipments that offer HDMI ports, YPbPr outputs, or AV(Video, L, R) outputs, such as DSLR, and camcorder. And please read the user manual and keep it where all those who use this equipment will read them.

INSTRUCTION

To prevent damage to your product or injury to yourself or to others, read and understand all the following safety precautions before using this equipment.

• Do not disassemble. Touching the product's internal parts could result in injury.
• Use only batteries and charger approved for use in this equipment. Failure to observe this precaution could result in fire or electric shock.
• Turn off immediately in the event of malfunction. Continued operation could result in injury. After removing the battery, take the equipment to an authorized retailer for inspection.
• Do not immerse in or expose to water. Failure to observe this precaution could result in electric shock.
• Remove the battery if you do not use for a long time. Battery leakage could result in fire, injury and environmental pollution.
• Do not short the battery, or expose it to excessive heat. Failure to observe this precaution could result in explosion or fire.
• Insulate the terminals of the battery before disposal. Contacting metal could result in explosion or fire. Please dispose of battery under local regulation.
• Do not squeeze or hit the screen. Failure to observe this precaution could result in screen malfunction and injury.
• Do not block its ventilation hole. Do not hinder the heat dissipation, as this could result in deformation or fire.
• Do not use in the presence of flammable gas. Do not use electronic equipment in the presence of flammable gas, as this could result in explosion or fire.
• Do not place the product in the reach of children. Failure to observe this precaution could result in injury.
• The instructions and information in this manual are based on thorough, controlled company testing procedures. Further notice will not be given if the design or specifications change.

INTRODUCTION

Aputure V-Screen VS-2 FineHD is a professional field monitor with a 7-inch Full HD LCD Screen (1920 x 1200 pixels), which provides diverse video interface, such as HDMI, YPbPr, and AV. As a multi-function monitor, VS-2 FineHD features False Color, Co-zebra, Peak, Histogram, Safe Area, and Volume Bar.

ITEM LIST

Before starting, please check that all the following items have been included with Aputure V-Screen VS-2 FineHD. If anything is missing, please contact your dealer immediately.

Monitor

Accessories

Cleaning Cloth Handy CaseProduct maWarranty card

Simple line drawing of a cable and plug assembly (no text or symbols)

Power adapter cable Firmware Update CableHDMI Cable(A 1

Simple line drawing of a cable and plug (no text or symbols)

HDMI Cable(A Type to D Type)

Line drawing of a plug with a cable, no text or symbols present

Plug

Technical illustration of a mechanical assembly with no visible text or symbols

Articulate Arm (includes 1/4 Screw, 1/4 Jack and Cold Shoe)

* The Plug is designed to charge the Battery with the Charger.

FEATURE

Co-Zebra

Utilize both zebra marking and over exposure monitoring features to assist in exposure adjustment.

Peak

You can select Red, Yellow, Blue, or White to highlight the contours of sharpest focusing areas, or choose Highlight to present the focusing area by brightness contrast.

False Color

False Color is used to aid in the setting of camera exposure, which enables proper exposure to be achieved without the use of costly, complicated external test equipment. With the Scale, which is below the image, the user can evaluate the exposure more accurately.

Monochrome

Offer four monochrome patterns, including Grey, Red, Blue and Green.

Histogram

The Brightness Histogram is a quantitative tool to check the picture brightness. This feature shows the distribution of brightness in an image as a graph of brightness along the horizontal axis (Left: Dark; Right: Bright) and a stack of the number of pixels at each level of brightness along the vertical axis.

Volume Bar

Monitor the volume in left and right channels. And it is marked by 3 colors, green, yellow, and red, depending the Volume Level.

Center Mark

The Center Mark can be displayed together with another marker, Safe Area.

Safe Area

A wide range of safe area displays and aspect ratios, 2.35:1/1.33:1/1.66:1/1.85:1/70%/80%/90%, can be selected.

Flip

The picture of the VS-2 FineHD can be freely flipped both vertically and horizontally.

Color Temp

Color Temperatures of 6500K, 9300K or a User preset value can be selected.

Low Battery Alert

When your battery power is low, a red battery-shaped signal will flicker on the middle of the screen, which means that the monitor may be shut down in a minute. If so, please replace your battery.

Shortcut

VS-2 FineHD has four buttons < ◀▶ ▲▼ >that can be assigned to custom functions, such as, Safe Area, Center Marker, Color Bar, Peak, Co-Zebra, Monochrome, Histogram, Camera Mode, Freeze, Vertical Flip, Horizontal Flip, Zoom and Scan mode. Navigate to "Shortcut" to customize functions of the Navigator < ◀▶ ▲▼ >.

NOMENCLATURE

Front

① Screen

⑤ Signal Switch

② Mini USB Input

⑥ Navigator

③ Earphone Jack

⑦ Menu Button

④ Power Switch

* The Mini USB Input can only be used for firmware update.

Back

① Y Input

⑥ Left-channel Input

② Pb Input

⑦ Right-channel Input

③ Pr Input

⑧ 1/4" Thread

④ HDMI In

⑨ Battery holder

⑤ Video Signal Input

⑩ Power Input

PREPARATION

INSTALLATION

1) Mount monitor on your DSLR or camcorder with cold shoe out from articulate arm.

2) Mount VS-2 FineHD on articulate arm and connect them with any other equipment through 1/4" connector.

Diagram of a device labeled 'Apture' with ports and a valve, showing no readable text or symbols beyond the label.

*The articulate arm can be disassembled for various demands.

SUNHOOD

Affix the sunhood on the monitor with tape as shown by the picture.

Diagram of a device with a screen and antenna, no visible text or symbols

Illustration of a flat-screen monitor with control buttons and display screen (no text or symbols)

POWERING

As shown, slot the battery into the battery holder.

* The following batteries are recommended: Sony NP-S Series: NP-F550/F570/F770/F960/F970, Sony NP-FM/QM Series: FM50/FM51/FM55H/FM500H/QM50/QM51/QM71D/QM91D.
* You can also power it by a DC 7-18V through the input on the back of V-Screen.

POWER ON/OFF

First of all, please check VS-2 FineHD has connected the battery or adapter. Then, if you press the Power Switch for 0.8 second, indicator will turn to green which means that the monitor has turned on. After using the monitor, you may press the Power Switch for 1.2 seconds, and the monitor will be shut down.

* It takes about 15 seconds to load the system.

SIGNAL INPUT

Press the button. Then choose appropriate signal input mode by pressing< ▲ / ▼>. Confirm the signal input mode by pressing button.

• The option, AV, corresponds to inputting the signal from Video, L, R.
  • The option, YPBPR, corresponds to inputting the signal from Y, Pb, Pr.
• The option, HDMI, corresponds to inputting the signal from HDMI In.

INPUTSOURCE

AV

YPBPR

HDMI

MENU

ACCESSING THE MENU

ASSISTANT FUNCTIONS	MONOCHROME	OFF
MARK	FALSE COLOR	OFF
IMAGE	CO ZEBRA-	OFF
COLOR SETTING	PEAK	OFF
SHORTCUT	PEAK COLOR	RED
OTHER SETTING	HISTOGRAM	OFF
EXIT	VOLUME BAR	OFF
	COLOR BAR	OFF
	CAMERA MODE	OFF
	RETURN
V1.0

1) Press the Menu Button to display the menu.
2) Press< ▲ / ▼ >to select the desired menu.
3) Press to enter sub-menu, then press < ▲ / ▼ > to navigate to your choice, and < ◀ / ▶ > to adjust parameters.
4) Navigate to "RETURN" to return to main menu. Navigate to "EXIT" to exit main menu.

* The menu will be exited when there is no operation for 15 seconds.

EXTRA OSD

On the bottom of the screen, there is a Extra OSD to indicate the following information:

• Battery status
• Input signal format
• Shortcut information

FIRMWARE UPDATE

VS-2 FineHD monitor software is constantly under development, which means Aputure may release latest firmware on official website.

1) Website: http://www.aputure.com/V-Screen-VS-2-FineHD/Update/.

2) Please update firmware following the instructions on our official website.

3) Please download the firmware to USB disk and connect it to V-Screen by the firmware update cable.

SPECIFICATIONS

Model	VS-2 FineHD
Display	Panel	7.02"
	Resolution	1920x1200
	Brightness	450cd/m2
	Contrast	1200:1
	Viewing Angle (CR>10)	160/160(H/V)
	Pixel Pitch	0.07875(mm)X 0.07875(mm)
Input	HDMI	Yes
	YPbPr	Yes
	AV	Yes
Audio	Earphone Jack Φ3.5mm
Power	Current	≤950mA
	Input Voltage	DC 7-18V
	Power Consumption	≤7W
	Batteries	Sony NP-F Series: NP-F550/F570/F770/F960/F970NP-FM/QM Series: FM50/FM51/FM55H/FM500H/QM50/QM51/QM71D/QM91D
Operation Environment	Operation Temperature	0°C~55°C
	Storage Temperature	0°C~70°C
	Humidity	30%~70%
Physical Property	Dimension	182X138X23mm

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