User’s Manual MultiSync LCD3215 MultiSync LCD4215
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English Important Information WARNING TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARDS, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS UNIT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. ALSO, DO NOT USE THIS UNIT’S POLARIZED PLUG WITH AN EXTENSION CORD RECEPTACLE OR OTHER OUTLETS UNLESS THE PRONGS CAN BE FULLY INSERTED. REFRAIN FROM OPENING THE CABINET AS THERE ARE HIGH VOLTAGE COMPONENTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. CAUTION CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, MAKE SURE POWER CORD IS UNPLUGGED FROM WALL SOCKET.
Canadian Department of Communications Compliance Statement DOC: This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment Regulations. C-UL: Bears the C-UL Mark and is in compliance with Canadian Safety Regulations according to CAN/CSA C22.2 No. 60950-1. FCC Information 1. Use the attached specified cables with the MultiSync LCD3215 (L327HP)/MultiSync LCD4215 (L427HQ) color monitor so as not to interfere with radio and television reception.
FOR OPTIMUM PERFORMANCE, PLEASE NOTE THE FOLLOWING WHEN SETTING UP AND USING THE MULTI-FUNCTION MONITOR: • Recommended Use DO NOT OPEN THE MONITOR. There are no user serviceable parts inside and opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous shock hazards or other risks. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. • For optimum performance, allow 20 minutes for warm-up. • Rest your eyes periodically by focusing on an object at least 5 feet away. Blink often.
Contents Your new MultiSync monitor box* should contain the following: • LCD monitor • Clamp x 2 • Power Cord*1 • Screw for clamp (M4 x 8) x 2 • Video Signal Cable • Screw for main switch cover (3 x 10) x 2 • Setup Manual • CD-ROM • Wireless Remote Control and AAA Batteries • Thumbscrew for stand x 2 (LCD4215 only) • Main switch cover Video Signal Cable (Mini D-SUB 15 pin to Mini D-SUB 15 pin) Screw for clamp (M4 x 8) x 2 Screw for main switch cover (3 x 10) x 2 Thumbscrew for stand
This device cannot be used or installed without the Tabletop Stand or other mounting accessory for support. For proper installation it is strongly recommended to use a trained, NEC authorized service person. Failure to follow NEC standard mounting procedures could result in damage to the equipment or injury to the user or installer. Product warranty does not cover damage caused by improper installation. Failure to follow these recommendations could result in voiding the warranty.
Attaching Mounting Accessories 3. Ventilation Requirements The display is designed for use with the VESA mounting system. When mounting in an enclosed space or recessed area, leave adequate room between the monitor and the enclosure to allow heat to disperse, as shown below. 1. Attach Mounting Accessories Be careful to avoid tipping monitor when attaching accessories. VESA Mounting Interface 200 mm 4.
English Parts Name and Functions Control Panel OFF ON 1 POWER button ( ) 7 DOWN ( ) button Switches the power on/off. See also page 18. Activates the OSD menu when the OSD menu is turned-off. Acts as button to move the highlighted area down to select adjustment items within OSD menu. 2 MUTE button Switches the audio mute ON/OFF. 8 EXIT button 3 INPUT button Acts as SET button within OSD menu. Toggle switches between [RGB1], [RGB2], [RGB3], [DVD/HD], [VIDEO(S)] or [VIDEO].
Terminal Panel 1 AC IN connector 8 AUDIO OUT Connects with the supplied power cord. To output the audio signal from the AUDIO IN 1, 2 and 3 jack to an external device (stereo receiver, amplifier, etc.). 2 RGB1 IN (DVI-D) 9 VIDEO INPUT/OUTPUT Connector To input digital RGB signals from a computer or HDTV device having a digital RGB output. VIDEO IN connector (BNC and RCA): To input a composite video signal. BNC and RCA connectors are not available at the same time (Use only one input).
8 PIP (Picture In Picture) button ON/OFF button: Toggle switches between PIP and POP. See page 22. INPUT button: Selects the “picture in picture” input signal. CHANGE button: Replaces to the main picture and sub picture. NOTE: The “PIP” and “POP” modes do not function when the screen size is “CUSTOM” or “REAL”.
Operating Range for the Remote Control Point the top of the remote control toward the LCD monitor’s remote sensor during button operation. Use the remote control within a distance of about 7 m (23 ft.) from the front of the LCD monitor’s remote control sensor or at a horizontal and vertical angle of within 30° within a distance of about 3.5 m (10 ft.
1. Determine the installation location NEC recommends the following battery use: CAUTION: Installing your LCD display must be done by a qualified technician. Contact your dealer for more information. • Place “AAA” size batteries matching the (+) and (-) signs on each battery to the (+) and (-) signs of the battery compartment. • Do not mix battery brands. • Do not combine new and old batteries. This can shorten CAUTION: MOVING OR INSTALLING THE LCD MONITOR MUST BE DONE BY TWO OR MORE PEOPLE.
5. Switch on the power of all the attached external equipment When connected with a computer, switch on the power of the computer first. 6. Operate the attached external equipment Display the signal from the desired input source. 7. Adjust the sound Make volume adjustments when required. 8. Adjust the screen (See pages 21 and 22) Make adjustments of the screen display position when necessary. 9. Adjust the image (See page 21) Make adjustments such as brightness or contrast when required. 10.
English Connections Before making connections: * First turn off the power of all the attached equipment and make connections. * Refer to the user manual included with each separate piece of equipment.
Connecting a Personal Computer Connecting your computer to your LCD monitor will enable you to display your computer’s screen image. Some video cards and a pixel clock over 165MHz may not display an image correctly. Your LCD monitor displays proper image by adjusting the factory preset timing signal automatically. Resolution 640 x 480 800 x 600 1024 x 768 1280 x 768 1360 x 768 1280 x 1024 1600 x 1200 Scanning frequency Horizontal Vertical 31.5kHz 60Hz 37.9kHz 60Hz 48.
Connections can be made with equipment that is equipped with a digital interface that complies with the DVI (Digital Visual Interface) standard. Connect the LCD Monitor to a Computer with a Digital Output • The RGB1 connector also accepts a DVI-D cable. • Input TMDS signals conforming to DVI standards. • To maintain display quality, use a cable that conforms to DVI standards. • AUDIO IN 1, 2 and 3 can be used for audio input.
Connecting a DVD Player with component out Connecting your DVD player to your LCD monitor will enable you to display DVD video. Refer to your DVD player user’s manual for more information. Connect the LCD Monitor to a DVD Player To connect the DVD/HD IN connector (BNC) on the LCD monitor, use an BNC connector cable (sold separately). Some DVD players may have different connectors such as DVI-D connector. Select [DVI/HD] mode from the “DVI MODE” menu. For mode selection, see “DVI MODE” on page 24.
You can connect your stereo amplifier to your LCD monitor. Refer to your amplifier owner’s manual for more information. Connect the LCD Monitor to a Stereo Amplifier • Turn on the LCD monitor and the amplifier only after all connections have been made. • Use a stereo Mini-RCA cable to connect the AUDIO OUT connector (Stereo Mini Jack) on the LCD monitor to the audio input on the amplifier. • Do not reverse the audio left and right jacks. • The AUDIO IN is used for audio input.
Basic Operation Power ON and OFF Modes The LCD monitor power indicator will turn green while powered on and will turn red while powered off. NOTE: The Main Power Switch must be in the ON position in order to power up the monitor using the remote control or the Power Button on the front of the LCD.
Status Power ON Green Power OFF Red Power Standby when Red On “SCHEDULE” is enabled Green Blinking Power Standby Diagnosis (Detecting failure) Red, Green Red Blinking CUSTOM (ZOOM) The image can be expanded beyond the active display area. The image which is outside of active display area is not shown. ZOOM * See troubleshooting on page 28 Using Power Management The LCD monitor follows the VESA approved DPM Power Management function.
OSD (On-Screen-Display) Controls Remote Control Press MENU button to open Main menu. Press “+”, “-” button to select Sub menu, and press Up, Down button to enter Sub menu. Press SET Button to enter next menu to adjust. Press Up, Down or “+”, “-” button to select function, or setting to be adjusted. Press MENU or EXIT button to exit. OR Press +, - button to make setting to be adjusted. Control Panel Press EXIT button to open Main menu and press “+”, “-” button to select Sub menu.
Default PICTURE BRIGHTNESS Adjusts the overall image and background brightness. CONTRAST Adjusts the image brightness in relation to the input signal. NOTE: sRGB picture mode is standard and cannot be changed. SHARPNESS Adjusts the crispness of the image. BLACK LEVEL Adjusts the image brightness in relation to the background. TINT Adjusts the tint of the screen. INPUT DVD/HD, VIDEO(S), VIDEO only COLOR Adjusts the color depth of the screen.
CUSTOM ZOOM “CUSTOM ZOOM” will be selected when you select “CUSTOM” on the screen “ZOOM” mode. ZOOM Expands the horizontal and the vertical size simultaneously. H ZOOM Expands the horizontal size only. V ZOOM Expands the vertical size only. H POS Moves to the right with + button. Moves to the left with - button. V POS Moves up with + button. Moves down with - button.
IR CONTROL Selects the infrared wireless remote controller mode. The item in this menu will become effective by pressing “SET” button on the selected item. NORMAL The monitor will be controlled normally by wireless remote controller. LOCK Disables the monitor control by infrared wireless remote controller. Keep pressing “DISPLAY” button during 5 sec or more, this setting will return to “NORMAL”.
ADVANCED OPTION DVI MODE INPUT RGB1 only Selects the kind of DVI-D equipment which is connected RGB1. Selects “DVI-PC” when PC or other computer equipment is connected. Selects “DVI-HD” when DVD player, which has DVI-D output, is connected. SCAN CONVERSION Selects IP (Interlace to Progressive) converter function. INPUT DVD/HD, VIDEO(S), VIDEO only PROGRESSIVE Enables the IP function, to convert interlace signal to progressive. Normally use this. INTERLACE Disables the IP function.
Using the “SCHEDULE” function allows you to set up to seven different scheduled time intervals when the LCD Monitor will be activated. You can select the time the monitor turns on and turns off, the day of week the monitor is activated, and which input source the monitor will use for each scheduled activation period. A check mark in the box next to the number of the schedule indicates that the selected schedule is in effect.
Controlling the LCD monitor via RS-232C Remote Control This LCD monitor can be controlled by connecting a personal computer with a RS-232C terminal. Functions that can be controlled by a personal computer are: • Power ON or OFF • Switching between input signals MultiSync Connection LCD Monitor + PC RS-232C (IN) PC (Out) RS-232C Cable NOTE: If your PC (IBM or IBM compatible) is equipped only with a 25-pin serial port connector, a 25-pin serial port adapter is required.
Reduced Footprint: Provides the ideal solution for environments requiring superior image quality but with size and weight limitations. Color Control Systems: Allows you to adjust the colors on your screen and customize the color accuracy of your monitor to a variety of standards. sRGB Color Control: A new optimized color management standard which allows for color matching on computer displays and other peripherals.
Troubleshooting No picture • The signal cable should be completely connected to the display card/computer. • The display card should be completely seated in its slot. • Front Power Switch and computer power switch should be in the ON position. • Check to make sure that a supported mode has been selected on the display card or system being used. (Please consult display card or system manual to change graphics mode.
English Specifications - LCD3215 Product Specifications LCD Module Pixel Pitch: Resolution: Color: Brightness: Contrast Ratio: Viewing Angle: Design View Distance: Frequency Horizontal: Vertical: 32"/80.0 cm diagonal 0.511 mm 1366 x 768 dots Over 16 million colors (depending on video card used) 500 cd/m2 (Typ.) 800:1 89° (typ) @ CR>10 875 mm 15.625/15.734 kHz, 31.5 kHz - 91.1 kHz 58.0 - 85.0 Hz Pixel Clock 13.5 MHz - 165.0 MHz Viewable Size 697.7 x 372.
Specifications - LCD4215 Product Specifications LCD Module Pixel Pitch: Resolution: Color: Brightness: Contrast Ratio: Viewing Angle: Design View Distance: Frequency Horizontal: Vertical: 42"/106.6 cm diagonal 0.681 mm 1366 x 768 dots Over 16 million colors (depending on video card used) 500 cd/m2 (Typ.) 800:1 89° (typ) @ CR>10 1100 mm 15.625/15.734 kHz, 31.5 kHz - 91.1 kHz 58.0 - 85.0 Hz Pixel Clock 25.0 MHz - 162.0 MHz Viewable Size 930.25 x 523.
English Pin Assignment 1) Analog RGB input (MiniDsub15p): VGA Pin No Name 1 Video Signal Red 2 Video Signal Green 3 Video Signal Blue 4 GND 5 DDC-GND 6 Red-GND 7 Green-GND 8 Blue-GND Mini D-SUB 15P 1 9 +5V (DDC) 10 SYNC-GND 11 GND 12 DDC-SDA 13 H-SYNC 14 V-SYNC 15 DDC-SCL 5 6 10 11 15 2) VIDEO(S) input: VIDEO Pin No Name 1 GND 2 GND 3 Y (Luminance) 4 C (Chroma) 3) Digital RGB input (DVI-D): DVI Pin - Assignment of DVI connector: 1 TX2- 9 TX1- 17 2 TX2+ 3
Manufacturer’s Recycling and Energy Information NEC DISPLAY SOLUTIONS is strongly committed to environmental protection and sees recycling as one of the company’s top priorities in trying to minimize the burden placed on the environment. We are engaged in developing environmentallyfriendly products, and always strive to help define and comply with the latest independent standards from agencies such as ISO (International Organisation for Standardization) and TCO (Swedish Trades Union).
