SAFETY SYMBOLS This manual uses the safety symbols below. They represent critical information. Please read them carefully. WARNING Failure to abide by the information in a WARNING may result in serious injury and can be life threatening. CAUTION Failure to abide by the information in a CAUTION may result in moderate injury and/or property or product damage. E Indicates a prohibited action. Copyright© 2000 by EIZO NANAO CORPORATION. All rights reserved.
CONTENTS • The EIZO i·Sound L2 should only be used as a sound unit for the new range of ultra-slim-besel incorporate EIZO LCD monitors. PRECAUTIONS ............................................................................................................................ 3 1. INTRODUCTION ........................................................................................................................... 5 2. INSTALLATION ...........................................................................
PRECAUTIONS E General CAUTION • Remove the sound unit whenever moving the monitor. Lifting the monitor by the sound unit is dangerous. It may result in injury or equipment damage. • When adjusting the viewing angle of the monitor, do not do so by the sound unit. Adjusting the monitor by the sound unit may dislodge it from the LCD monitor or result in accidental pinching of the skin. Be careful not to drop or tip over the LCD monitor when removing the sound unit from the monitor.
Cleaning WARNING • Keep liquids away from the monitor and the sound unit. Spillage into the unit may result in fire, shock, or equipment damage. CAUTION • To ensure safety, always unplug the monitor before cleaning the sound unit. Failure to do so may result in electric shock. SPLAY THINNER BENZENE • Never use thinner, benzene, or other strong solvents or abrasive cleaners to clean the unit, as these may cause damage to the unit.
1. INTRODUCTION About This Manual E This manual explains the precautions, features, specifications, and operation of the EIZO i·Sound™ L2 sound unit. Package Contents • i·Sound L2 Sound Unit .................. 1 • Stereo Mini-jack Cables ................ 1 • User’s Manual ............................... 1 • If any of the above-listed items is missing or damaged, please contact your local dealer for assistance. • We recommend that you retain the original packing materials in case of future need.
Features The EIZO i·Sound L2 sound unit for LCD monitor is specifically designed for the new range of EIZO LCD monitors to make them complete multimedia units. This unit has two speakers that produce clear stereo sound and a volume control. It also accepts audio input from different audio devices such as a sound board, CD and cassette player. • • • • 6 Easy clip-on installation and a sleek professional look No need for an AC power cord.
Controls and Connectors Top LINE IN E HOOK HOOK DC IN Front HEADPHONE VOLUME SPEAKERS 7
Front / Top • DC IN: Power supply from the monitor After combining the monitor and the speaker unit, the DC IN connector allows for an automatic power supply of the speaker unit through the monitor. • HEADPHONE: Headphones jack A set of headphones is a great tool to work without disturbing people within a close range. When using the headphones, the speakers will not channel any audio information.
2. INSTALLATION • Always switch the monitor off before installing or removing the sound unit and whenever E connecting or disconnecting any other devices to the sound unit. How to connect external audio devices and the computer 1. Remove the power terminal cover of the LCD monitor. Turn off the LCD monitor and remove the power terminal cover as shown below. Pull up the power terminal cover with your finger, and gently slide the power terminal cover into the groove of the LCD monitor.
2. Connect the sound unit to the LCD monitor. 1. Attach the sound unit to the LCD monitor. Place the sound unit under the monitor screen and insert the hooks ‘a’ on top of the unit into slots ‘a’ located at the bottom of the rear of the monitor. 2. Slide the unit into place by pulling softly from side to side, and hook ‘b’ will snap into slot ‘b’. • To remove the sound unit from the monitor, please hold the unit and press on hook ‘b’ and slide the sound unit softly with both hands.
3. Connect the cable of the peripherals to the sound unit. • Please use the enclosed Stereo Mini-jack Cable (or another cable with the same specifications) for connecting audio devices or computers to the unit. When connecting two audio devices to the unit, please purchase another Stereo Mini-jack cable. 1. Connect the headphone jack (or a line out jack) of the device (or a computer) to the LINE IN jack of the sound unit using the Stereo Mini-jack Cable. 2.
Speakers and sound control 1. Besides the speakers on its unit, audio performance is available by connecting the headphones to the i×Sound L2 unit (When headphones are connected, no sound can be heard from the speakers.) HEADPHONES 2. Please use the volume control to adjust to the desired sound level.
3. TROUBLESHOOTING This page presents problems that can be corrected by the user. If a problem persists even after applying the suggested remedies, contact an EIZO dealer. Problems • No sound E Points to check with possible solutions Check that the monitor is turned ON. Check that the power terminal covers on the monitor are removed. Check that the sound unit is correctly connected to the monitor. Check that the PowerManager function of the monitor is not in effect.
4. CLEANING WARNING • Keep liquids away from the monitor and the sound unit. Spillage into the unit may result in fire, shock, or equipment damage. CAUTION • To ensure safety, always unplug the monitor before cleaning the sound unit. Failure to do so may result in electric shock. SPLAY THINNER BENZENE 14 • Never use thinner, benzene, or other strong solvents or abrasive cleaners to clean the unit, as these may cause damage to the unit.
5. SPECIFICATIONS Electrical Specifications Speaker Unit Speaker System Amplifier Output (max.) Frequency Response Control Power Supply Power Consumption (max.) Input Connector Output Connector E 4 x 2.8 cm (two) Bass Reflex type 2.0 W + 2.0 W 200 Hz ~ 20 kHz Volume Control (speakers or headphones if hooked) DC 15 V (supplied from monitor) 6.
DIMENSIONS mm FRONT VIEW 16 SIDE VIEW
LIMITED WARRANTY Eizo Nanao Corporation (“EIZO”) and EIZO’s authorized distributors warrant to the original purchaser that the product shall be free from defect in material and/or workmanship for a period of three (3) years from the date of purchase. In the event of malfunction during the warranty period attributable directly to faulty material and/or workmanship, EIZO and EIZO’s authorized distributors will, at their option, either repair or replace the faulty product with the same or similar model.