Appendix OPERATION MANUAL Operation TL-M5200 TL-M4600 Preparation MODEL Introduction LCD MONITOR
IMPORTANT • For your assistance in reporting the loss or theft of your monitor, please record the Model and Serial Number located on the rear of the monitor and retain this information. • Before recycling the packaging, please ensure that you have checked the contents of the carton thoroughly against the list of “Supplied accessories” on page 9. Model No.: Serial No.: The supplied CD-ROM contains operation instructions in English, French and Spanish.
DEAR SHARP CUSTOMER Introduction Thank you for your purchase of a SHARP LCD Monitor. To ensure safety and many years of troublefree operation of your product, please read “IMPORTANT INFORMATION” and “IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS” carefully before using this product. IMPORTANT INFORMATION WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS PRODUCT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION INFORMATION: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the 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 communications.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 1) 2) 3) 4) 5) 6) 7) 8) 9) 10) 11) 12) 13) 14) Introduction Electricity is used to perform many useful functions, but it can also cause personal injuries and property damage if improperly handled. This product has been engineered and manufactured with the highest priority on safety. However, improper use can result in electric shock and/or fire.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS • Water and Moisture — Do not use this product near water - for example, near a bath tub, wash bowl, kitchen sink, or laundry tub; in a wet basement; or near a swimming pool; and the like. • Stand — Do not place the product on an unstable cart, stand, tripod or table. Placing the product on an unstable base can cause the product to fall, resulting in serious personal injuries as well as damage to the product.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Introduction • To prevent fire, never place any type of candle or flames on the top or near the monitor. • To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose this product to dripping or splashing. No objects filled with liquids, such as vases, should be placed on the product. • To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not place the power cord under the monitor or other heavy items. • Turn off the power and unplug the power cord from the wall outlet before handling.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Fluorescent Tubes • The fluorescent tubes in this product have a limited lifetime. * If the screen gets dark, flashes, or does not turn on, change the fluorescent tubes with new exclusive ones. * For more information, please contact your product dealer. • Because of the property of fluorescent tubes, the screen may flash during the initial period of use. If this happens, please turn off the power of the monitor and turn on again to confirm operation.
Contents DEAR SHARP CUSTOMER............................ 1 IMPORTANT INFORMATION.......................... 1 Trademarks..................................................... 2 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS........ 3 How to Access the PDF Operation Manuals........................................................... 8 SETUP MANUAL........................................ 8 Accessories.................................................... 9 Part Names....................................................
How to Access the PDF Operation Manuals PDF operation manuals in several languages are included in the CD-ROM. To utilize these manuals, you need to install Adobe® Reader® on your computer (Windows® or Macintosh®). Please download Adobe® Reader® from the Internet (http://www.adobe.com). n Accessing the PDF manuals For Windows®: 1 Insert the CD-ROM in the CD-ROM drive. 2 Double click the “My Computer” icon. 3 Double click the “CD-ROM” drive.
Accessories Introduction n Supplied accessories If any component should be missing, please contact your dealer. Liquid Crystal Display: 1 Power cord (Approx. 6 feet [1.
Part Names Front view POWER indicator (See page 23.) TIMER indicator (See page 43.) OPC indicator (See page 33.) OPC sensor (See page 33.) Remote control sensor (See page 22.) LCD panel Rear view LAN terminal (See page 20.) Handles (Fixed type) AC input terminal (See page 21.) RS-232C terminal (See page 20.) DVI IN terminals (See pages 16, 17 and 18.) HDMI terminal (See page 17.) COMPUTER IN 1 terminals COMPUTER IN 2 terminals MONITOR OUT terminals (See pages 16, 17 and 18.) (See pages 16, 17 and 18.
Part Names Introduction Side view POWER button For turning the main power on. (See page 23.) MENU button For displaying adjustment and setting screens. (See page 30.) ENTER button For setting items selected or adjusted on the menu. (See page 30.) INPUT buttons ( / ) For selecting the input mode. (See page 24.) VOL (Volume) buttons (+/–) For adjusting the speaker sound level. (See page 24.) Adjustment buttons (▲/▼/◄/►) For selecting and adjusting menu items. (See page 30.
Part Names Remote control STANDBY button For putting the monitor into the standby mode. (See page 23.) ON button For turning the power on. (See page 23.) FREEZE button For freezing images. (See page 27.) COMPUTER 1, COMPUTER 2, DVI, HDMI, S-VIDEO, VIDEO buttons For switching to the respective input modes. (See page 24.) MAGNIFY buttons For enlarging/reducing part of the image. (See page 27.) AV MUTE button For temporarily displaying a black screen and turning off the sound. (See page 24.
How to Install the Monitor Mounting precautions Attaching the setup stand Before performing work spread cushioning over the base area to lay the monitor on. This will prevent it from being damaged. Caution • Please note that the setup stand is for temporary use only until the monitor is properly mounted. • Attach the stand in the correct direction. • Be sure to follow the instructions. Incorrect installation of the stand may result in the monitor falling over.
How to Install the Monitor 5 6 Insert the stand into the openings on the underside of the monitor. Insert and tighten the screws into the 4 holes on the rear of the monitor. Note • To detach the stand, perform the steps in reverse order. • Store the protective covers. You will need them after detaching the stand. Mounting the monitor on the wall n Handling and precautions with the wall-mounted monitor • You can mount the monitor on the wall using the optional AN-52AG4 bracket.
How to Install the Monitor n Mounting the monitor on the wall Attach the monitor to the wall-mount brackets according to the procedure below. 2 Unfasten the 4 screws used to secure the stand in place. Use the protective cover to prevent dust from entering the underside of monitor where the stand has been detached. 3 4 Detach the 4 caps at the 4 locations on the rear of the monitor. Connect and bind the power cord and terminal cables. 5 6 Attach the wall-mount brackets (L/R).
Connecting Peripheral Equipment Caution • Be sure to turn off the power and disconnect the plug from the power outlet before connecting/ disconnecting cables. Also, read the manual of the equipment to be connected. • Be careful not to mix up the input terminal with the output terminal when connecting cables. Mixing up the input and output terminals may cause malfunctions and other problems. • After making all connections, turn on the monitor and then the other pieces of equipment.
Connecting Peripheral Equipment Equipment Video equipment Terminal on connected equipment Cable (commercially available) DVI digital output DVI Digital cable terminal Terminal on the monitor DVI IN DVI-D (HDCP) COMPUTER IN 1 S-video output terminal S-video cable S-VIDEO IN Video output terminal Video cable VIDEO IN HDMI output terminal HDMI cable HDMI RGB output terminal 5 RCA RGB cable BNC to RCA adaptors COMPUTER IN 2 Component video output terminal BNC to RCA adaptors Component video ca
Connecting Peripheral Equipment Equipment Terminal on connected equipment Camera/Video game Component video output terminal Cable (commercially available) Cables for a camera or a video game/ 3 RCA to mini D-sub 15 pin cable Terminal on the monitor COMPUTER IN 1 RCA adaptor plug Audio equipment S-video output terminal Cables for a camera or a video game S-VIDEO IN Video output terminal Cables for a camera or a video game VIDEO IN ø3.5 mm audio output terminal ø3.
Connecting Peripheral Equipment Connecting external speakers Connecting multiple monitors Be sure to use external speakers with an impedance of 4 Ω and a rated input of at least 15 W. You can connect multiple monitors by using the RGB/COMPONENT input terminals (COMPUTER IN 1 or COMPUTER IN 2) and the RGB/COMPONENT output terminals (MONITOR OUT). 1 While pushing the tab, insert the tip of the cable. 2 Release the tab.
Connecting Peripheral Equipment Controlling the monitor by a computer When the RS-232C terminal on the monitor is connected to the RS-232C serial terminal on the computer, or when the LAN terminal on the monitor is connected to the LAN terminal on the computer, the computer can be used to control the monitor. Refer to the “SETUP MANUAL” contained on the supplied CD-ROM for details.
Connecting the Power Cord 1 Plug the power cord (supplied) into the AC input Caution terminal. • Do not use a power cord other than the one supplied with the monitor. • Place the monitor close to the AC outlet, and keep the power plug within reach. • This product must only be connected to an AC 120 V, 60 Hz, grounded (3-prong) outlet. Connecting it to any other kind of outlet will damage the product and invalidate the warranty. 2 Plug the power cord (supplied) into the AC power outlet.
Preparing the Remote Control Installing the batteries 1 Pull down the tab on the cover 2 Insert the batteries. and remove the cover towards the direction of the arrow. • Insert the batteries making sure the polarities correctly match the + and - marks inside the battery compartment. 3 Insert the lower tab of the cover into the opening, and lower the cover until it clicks in place. Incorrect use of the batteries may cause them to leak or explode. Please follow the precautions below.
Turning the Monitor On/Off Turning on the power Press POWER on the monitor. • POWER indicator (Green): The monitor is on. • After turning the power “ON” by pressing POWER on the monitor, you can turn the power ON by pressing ON on the remote control. POWER button Turning off the power STANDBY button ON button Operation Press STANDBY on the remote control. • The monitor enters standby mode. • The POWER indicator on the monitor changes from green to red. Press POWER on the monitor.
Operating with the Remote Control Switching the input mode Select the appropriate input mode for the connected equipment. Press COMPUTER (1/2), DVI, HDMI, S-VIDEO or VIDEO to select the input mode. • When you press INPUT on the monitor, the INPUT list appears. Press ▲/▼ to switch the input mode. Adjusting the volume Press VOL +/– to adjust the volume. • You can also adjust the volume using VOL +/– on the monitor. 25 Note • Pressing VOL– will lower the volume. • Pressing VOL+ will raise the volume.
Operating with the Remote Control Resize mode This function allows you to modify or customize the Resize mode to enhance the input image. Depending on the input signal, you can choose a desired image. 1 Press RESIZE. • The Resize mode menu appears. • The menu lists the Resize mode options selectable for the type of signal currently received. RESIZE button Resize Normal Zoom 4:9 S.
Normal Zoom 14:9 Operating with the Remote Control Selectable items Cinema 16:9 Normal Cinema 16:9 Cinema 14:9 Cinema 14:9 S. Stretch Description For 16:9 letterbox pictures. The top and bottom of the image may be cut off depending on the input signal. Zoom 14:9 S. Stretch Full For 14:9 letterbox pictures. The top and bottom of the image may be cut off depending on the input signal.
Operating with the Remote Control Displaying an enlarged portion of an image FREEZE button MAGNIFY buttons Graphs, tables and other portions of images can be enlarged. This is helpful when providing more detailed explanations. 1 Press RETURN button AUTO SYNC button MAGNIFY. • Enlarges the image. • Pressing or MAGNIFY enlarges or reduces the image. Note Auto Sync adjustment (Auto Sync) “Clock”, “Phase”, “H-Position”, and “V-Position” are automatically adjusted. Press AUTO SYNC.
Operating with the Remote Control Split-screen viewing You can display two pictures on the screen simultaneously. COMPUTER (1/2), DVI, HDMI, S-VIDEO, VIDEO buttons P&P button SELECT button 1 Press P&P. • Split-screen appears. • The current input is moved to the left side screen display and surrounded by a blue frame. • The other input appears on the right side screen display.
Operating with the Remote Control Using the remote control as the wireless computer mouse The USB remote receiver (optional, AN-MR2) makes it possible to operate the monitor with the remote control. For details, see the operation manual of the receiver. Computer To Monitor To PC To USB terminal USB remote receiver (optional, AN-MR2) Operation RGB, DVI or HDMI cable (commercially available) The mouse pointer can be operated in the following way after it is connected.
Menu Operations • You need to bring up the On-Screen Display to perform settings for the monitor. The On-Screen Display for the settings is called “Menu”. • The Menu enables various settings and adjustments. (See page 31.) • The Menu can be operated with the remote control. 4 Press ▲/▼ or ◄/► to select the desired item or Basic menu operations n Using the control panel of the monitor MENU button Adjustment/ MOUSE buttons ENTER button 5 adjust the item to the desired level. Press ENTER if necessary.
Menu operations List of menu items Picture Audio AV Mode . .....................................................Page 32 Treble ...........................................................Page 34 Bass .............................................................Page 34 Balance ........................................................Page 34 Reset ............................................................Page 34 Power Control Power Management .....................................Page 34 No Operation Off ..
Menu operations Picture menu n Picture adjustment You can adjust the picture to your preference.
Menu operations OPC (Optical Picture Control) setting You can set the monitor to automatically adjust the screen to suitable backlight brightness according to the lighting conditions. DNR (Digital Noise Reduction) Reduces noise on the screen and produces a clearer video image. Film Mode Automatically detects a film-based source (originally encoded at 24/25 frames/second, depending on the vertical frequency), analyses it then recreates each still film frame for high-definition picture quality.
Menu operations Audio menu Audio Power Control menu Power Control Power Control Power Management Standard Treble [ 0] - + No Operation Off Bass [ 0] - + Ecology Balance [ 0] L R Reset You can set the monitor to automatically power off when there is no image displayed on the computer. n Audio adjustment You can adjust the audio of the selected AV mode.
Menu operations n Ecology Setup menu When set to “Yes”, The monitor activates the following power saving mode. • “OPC” set to “On” (Page 33) • “Standby Mode” set to “Mode2” (Page 38) • “No Operation Off” set to “3 Hours” (Page 34) • “Power Management” set to “Mode1” (Page 34) Setup Option Password Keylock Set Inputs Input Label Note Position • Ecology mode cannot be deactivated by selecting “No”. Each setting must be changed individually to deactivate Ecology mode.
Menu operations Changing the password 1 Select “Password”, then press ENTER. • The screen for entering the password appears. 2 Enter the password in “Old Password” using ▲/▼/◄/►, then press ENTER. 3 Enter the password in “New Password” using ▲/▼/◄/►, then press ENTER. 4 Enter the same password again in “Reconfirm” using ▲/▼/◄/►, then press ENTER. Note • If you do not need the password protection for the “Setup” menu settings anymore, press ENTER without entering new password in steps 3 and 4.
Menu operations n Labelling input sources (Input Label) You can assign each input source a label as you prefer. 1 Press COMPUTER (1/2), DVI, HDMI, S-VIDEO or VIDEO to select the desired input source. 2 Press MENU and the MENU screen appears. 3 Press ◄/► to select “Setup”. 4 Press ▲/▼ to select “Input Label”, and then 6 Resolution Ordinarily, the type of input signal is detected and the correct resolution mode is automatically selected.
Menu operations Adjusting the computer image manually Ordinarily you can easily adjust the picture as necessary to change image position using “Auto Sync”. In some cases, however, manual adjustment is needed to optimize the image. Selectable Description items H-Position Centers the image by moving it to the left or right. V-Position Centers the image by moving it up or down. Clock Adjusts when the image flickers with vertical stripes. Phase Adjusts when characters have low contrast or when the image flickers.
Menu operations n TCP/IP setting (TCP/IP) onfirming the monitor information nC (Status) Set the TCP/IP manually. You can confirm the following information. • DHCP Client • IP Address • Subnet Mask • Gateway • MAC Address • Monitor Name • Serial Number 1 Select “Off” for “DHCP Client”, then press ENTER. Select “TCP/IP”, then press ENTER. 2 3 Enter “IP Address” using ▲/▼/◄/►, then press ENTER. MENU [Setup---TCP/IP] Note 9 . 68. 50.00 55. 55. 55.000 000.000.000.
Menu operations Option menu Option Closed Caption Audio Output Video System Signal Type Color Space Dynamic Range Language HDMI Setup n Setting the audio output type (Audio Output) This function determines whether the audio level output from the audio output terminal is fixed or variable by linking with VOLUME. Selectable items FAO (Fixed Audio Output) VAO (Variable Audio Output) Description Audio output that does not vary in strength with the volume level of the source monitor.
Menu operations n Setting the video system (Video System) n Signal type setting (Signal Type) The video input system mode is factory preset to “Auto”; however, a clear picture from the connected audio-visual equipment may not be received, depending on the video signal difference. In that case, switch the video signal. This function allows you to select the input signal type Computer1, Computer2, DVI or HDMI. Selectable items Auto PAL SECAM NTSC4.43 PAL-60 The video system is automatically selected.
Menu operations n Dynamic Range This function allows you to select the black level range (the range between the minimum and maximum brightness) for the DVI or HDMI input signals. Input Selectable Description signal items DVI Standard Reproduces black level range normally. Enhanced Reproduces black level range more extensively. HDMI Auto Looks at the AVI packet information of the HDMI signal and automatically selects the dynamic range. Standard Reproduces black level range normally.
Menu operations MENU [Option---Timer] Clock Schedule Sleep Timer Present time : :0 (Mon) Off Week On Off - - ~ - - Time On Off --:-- ~ --:-- Off - - ~ - - --:-- ~ --:-- - - Off - - ~ - - --:-- ~ --:-- - - 4 Off - - ~ - - --:-- ~ --:-- - - 5 Off - - ~ - - --:-- ~ --:-- - - 6 Off - - ~ - - --:-- ~ --:-- - - 7 Off - - ~ - - --:-- ~ --:-- - - 8 Off Reset - - ~ - - --:-- ~ --:-- - - No. Status 3 Input - - press ENTER. 3 Set the Schedule.
Menu operations n Multi Screen You can align 2, 3, 4, 9, or 16 monitors and integrate them into a single large screen to display. Enlarged views of separated images are displayed in each monitor. Selectable Description items Status Sets the number of screen splits used for the enlargement. Position Specify the split screen to be displayed when this function is used. H-Bezel Sets the frame width of the display V-Bezel when this function is used.
Troubleshooting The Problems described below are not always caused by malfunctions. Check the monitor again before having the monitor serviced. Problems There is no picture or sound. Unstable picture. • Is a non-compatible signal being input? (See page 49.) • Try the AUTO SYNC button on the remote control. (See page 27.) TIMER indicator flashes red. Power is suddenly turned off. • The unit’s internal temperature has increased.
For SHARP Assistance If you encounter any problems during setup or operation of this monitor, first refer to the “Troubleshooting” section on page 45. If this operation manual does not answer your question, please contact the SHARP Service departments listed below. U.S.A. Sharp Electronics Corporation 1-888-GO-SHARP (1-888-467-4277) lcdsupport@sharpsec.com http://www.sharpusa.com Sharp Electronics of Canada Ltd. (905) 568-7140 http://www.sharp.
Specifications n Product specifications Model Item LCD Panel Screen size Active View Size Wide x High Number of pixels Pixel pitch Brightness Maximum colors Viewing angle Backlight life (Approx.
Specifications n Dimensional drawings Note that the values shown are approximate values. TL-M5200 Unit: inch (mm) 3 63/64 (101) 48 61/64 (1243) 14 11/32 (364) 25 21/32 (651.6) 28 43/64 (728) 45 9/16 (1157) 15 3/4 (400) 15 3/4 (400) 5 23/64 (136) 3 5/32 (80) TL-M4600 4 11/64 (106) (1109) 15 3/4 (400) 6 55/64 (174) 15 3/4 (400) 48 12 13/16 (325) 40 19/64 (1023.4) 22 43/64 (575.
Specifications n Computer compatibility chart The table below shows the signal modes compatible with this device. If the display is incorrect or it does not display, please refer to the table below and adjust the output signal according to your hardware. Computer • Multiple signal support Horizontal Frequency: 31-80 kHz Vertical Frequency: 50-85 Hz • Compatible with sync on green signal Pixel Clock: 25-149 MHz Sync signal: Compatible with TTL level The following is a list of modes that conform to VESA.
Specifications n Power management This monitor conforms to VESA DPMS and DVI DMPM. Both your video card and computer must support the same standard in order for the monitor’s power management function to work. DPMS: Display Power Management Signaling DPMS DMPM: Digital Monitor Power Management Screen Power consumption Hsync Vsync 312 W (TL-M5200) ON STATE Display 278 W (TL-M4600) No STANDBY 1.
Specifications RGB/COMPONENT input terminal: mini D-sub 15 pin Pin No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 Signal Pin No. Video input (red) 9 Video input (green/sync on green) 10 Video input (blue) 11 Not connected 12 Not connected 13 Earth (red) 14 Earth (green/sync on green) 15 Earth (blue) Signal +5 V power GND Not connected DDC data Horizontal sync signal: TTL level Vertical sync signal: TTL level DDC clock RGB/COMPONENT output terminal: mini D-sub 15 pin Pin No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 Signal Pin No.
Index 3D-Y/C . ................................................................ 33 AC input terminal ............................................ 10, 21 All Reset ............................................................... 39 Assistance............................................................. 46 Audio adjustment................................................... 34 Audio input terminals....................................... 11, 18 Audio Output........................................................
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