SyncMaster150MB SyncMaster170MB TFT-LCD Monitor Owner’s Instructions
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English Fran•ais Deutsch Espa–ol Portu- Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Unpacking Your Monitor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Setting up Your LCD Monitor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Setting up an Ergonomic Workstation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Safety Instructions 1 2 3 4 5 Before connecting the AC power cord to the DC adapter outlet, make sure the voltage designation of the DC adapter corresponds to the local electrical supply. Never insert anything metallic into the cabinet openings of the liquid crystal display (LCD) monitor; doing so may create the danger of electric shock. To avoid electric shock, never touch the inside of the LCD monitor. Only a qualified technician should open the case of the LCD monitor.
Unpacking Your Monitor Please make sure the following items are included with your monitor. If any items are missing, contact your dealer.
Setting up Your LCD Monitor Setting up an Ergonomic Workstation Consider the advice given below before you install your monitor. Monitor location Choose a position that exposes your monitor to the least reflection from lights or windows, usually at a right angle to any window. Workstation height Place your LCD monitor so that the top of the screen is slightly below your eye level when you are comfortably seated. Viewing angle Tilt the screen until you feel comfortable working with your monitor.
Setting up Your LCD Monitor Connecting Your LCD Monitor Figure 3. Cable connections 1 Connect the power cord to the DC adapter and connect the adapter jack to the DC12V power port on the back of your monitor. 2 3 4 Connect the signal cable to the video port on your computer. 5 6 7 8 Connect your external audio system to the Line-out port.. 9 Connect the RCA cable or S-VHS cable to your DVD, VCR or camcoder.
Setting up Your LCD Monitor Plug and Play The adoption of the new VESA® Plug and Play solution eliminates complicated and time consuming setup. It allows you to install your monitor in a Plug and Play compatible system without the usual hassles and confusion. Your PC system can easily identify and configure itself for use with your display.
Setting up Your LCD Monitor If the monitor is functioning properly, you will see a white box with an error messsage “Check Signal Cable.” in red color. Check Signal Cable Figure 5. Monitor self-test screen This box also appears during normal operation if the video cable becomes disconnected or damaged. 4 Turn off your monitor and reconnect the video cable; then turn on both your computer and the monitor.
Adjusting Your LCD Monitor User Controls Your LCD monitor allows you to easily adjust the characteristics of the image being displayed. All of these adjustments are made using the control buttons on the front of the monitor. While you use these buttons to adjust the controls, an on-screen menu shows you their numeric values as they change. PC V1 V2 PIP Source PIP Exit Menu VOL * 17" : SyncMaster 170MB Figure 6. User control locations No.
Adjusting Your LCD Monitor No. Name 6 Description n Moves the selector up or down on the OSD. n n Moves the selector left or right on the OSD. Increases or decreases the values of the selected function. n Increases or decreases the level of audio volume. 7 - VOL + Automatic Save Whenever you open the on-screen menu and allow an adjustment window to remain active for about 3 seconds without pressing other buttons, the monitor automatically saves any adjustment you have made.
Adjusting Your LCD Monitor Direct-Access Features While you are watching full screen TV or in PIP mode When OSD is not on the screen, push the " " " button to adjust volume. Volume 50 1 2 Push the " volume. Push the " volume. " or " button to decrease the " button to increase the OSD Lock/Unlock This function allows you to secure the current settings so that they cannot be inadvertently changed, while still allowing you to adjust the Brightness, Contrast and Volume.
Adjusting Your LCD Monitor ON-Screen Display(OSD) Function icons AUTO CC AUTO ADJUSTMENT Function name Setting bar Tool Tip Auto Adjustment Press Menu Key Figure 7. On-Screen Display(OSD) Accessing the menu system 1 2 3 4 5 With the OSD off, push the Menu button to display the main OSD menu. Use the " " buttons to move from one function to another. As you move from one icon to another, the function name changes to reflect the function or group of functions represented by that icon.
Adjusting Your LCD Monitor OSD functions and adjustments Table 1. Screen controls Icon Menus and Sub-menus Function Descriptions Auto Adjustment "Auto adjustment" allows the monitor to self-adjust to the incoming video signal. The values of fine, coarse and position are adjusted automatically.
Adjusting Your LCD Monitor Table 1. Screen controls (Continued) Function Descriptions Menus and Sub-menus Icon n n Fine Coarse The Fine and Coarse adjustments allow you to fine tune the image quality of your monitor to your preference. Use the " " and " " buttons to remove any noise. If satisfactory results are not obtained using the Fine adjustment, use the Coarse adjustment and then use Fine again. This function may change the width of the image.
Adjusting Your LCD Monitor Table 1. Screen controls (Continued) Function Descriptions Menus and Sub-menus Icon Color The tone of color can be changed from redish white to bluish white. The individual color components are also user customizable. n Mode1 Redish white. n Mode2 Plain white. n Mode3 Bluish white. n User Mode 1 User customizable. n User Mode 2 n Reset PIP(Picture-inPicture) Color parameters are replaced with the factory default values.
Adjusting Your LCD Monitor Table 1. Screen controls (Continued) Function Descriptions Menus and Sub-menus Icon Video Control This funtion is active if you select an input source other than PC.(DVD,VCR) n Contrast Adjust the contrast of video without affecting PC RGB’s contrast. n Brightness Adjust the brightness of video without affecting PC RGB’s brightness. n Sharpness Adjust the sharpness of video image. n Tint (NTSC only) Change the tone of color. n Color Change the richness of color.
Adjusting Your LCD Monitor Table 1. Screen controls (Continued) Function Descriptions Menus and Sub-menus Icon Image Size The size of the image being displayed can be handled in several different ways. n Expand1 Resize the image to fill the whole screen. (applicable to PC RGB only : 150MB) (applicable to both PC RGB and video : 170MB) n Expand2 Expand images keeping the original aspect ratio.
Adjusting Your LCD Monitor Table 1. Screen controls (Continued) Function Descriptions Menus and Sub-menus Icon OSD Control OSD language and appearence can be changed. n Language English Deutsch Español Français Italiano Svenska n Position Move the OSD Window to the vertical and horizontal direction. n Halftone Change the opaqueness of the background of the OSD. n Duration The number of seconds that the OSD will remain visible before disappearing.
Appendix By Remote-Control Closed caption Source • PC • V1 • V2 Auto Adjustment Turn on the OSD Power On/Off PIP Position Turn off the OSD PIP On • PIP On • Full screen PIP Size Sound Mute Volume PIP Off • PIP PC • Full(PIP) PC English 18
Appendix PowerSaver This monitor has a built-in power management system called PowerSaver. This system saves energy by switching your monitor into a low-power mode when it has not been used for a certain period of time. The available modes are “On”, “Standby”, “Sleep”, and “Deep Sleep”. PowerSaver operates with a VESA DPMS compliant video card installed in your computer. You use a software utility installed on your computer to set up this feature. See Table 2 below for details. Table 2.
Appendix Troubleshooting If you have a problem setting up or using your LCD monitor, you may be able to solve it yourself. Before contacting customer service, try the suggested actions that are appropriate to your problem. Table 3. Troubleshooting – Image What you see... Suggested Actions Reference Screen is blank and power indicator is off n Ensure that the power cord is firmly connected and the LCD monitor is on. Connecting your LCD monitor, page 5.
Appendix Table 3. Troubleshooting – Image (Continued) What you see... Suggested Actions Screen is blank and power indicator light is steady amber or blinks every 0.5 or 1 seconds n Image is not stable and may appear to vibrate Reference The monitor is using its power management system. Move the computer’s mouse or press a key on the keyboard Power Saver, page 19. n Check that the display resolution and frequency from your PC or video board is an available mode for your monitor.
Appendix Table 4. Troubleshooting – Audio Problem No sound Sound level is too low Sound is too high pitched or too low pitched Suggested Actions Reference n Ensure that the audio cable is firmly connected to both the audio-in port on your monitor and the audio–out port on your sound card. Connecting your LCD Monitor, page 5. n Check the volume level Audio Controls, page 15. n Check the volume level Audio Controls, page 15.
Appendix Specifications Table 5. Technical and environmental specifications 150MB Panel * Frequency Size Display Size Type Pixel pitch Viewing Angle 170MB 15.0” Diagonal 304.1 (H) x 228.1 (V) mm a-si TFT active matrix 0.297 (H) x 0.297 (V) mm 17.0” Diagonal 338 (H) x 270 (V) mm a-si TFT active matrix 0.264 (H) x 0.264 (V) mm 70/70/60/60 (L/R/U/D) 80/80/80/80 (L/R/U/D) (Depending on the panel manufacturer, the viewing angle may be different from this spec.
Appendix Table 5. Technical and environmental specifications 150MB Power Consumption Maximum Power Saving Dimensions/ Weight Unit (WxHxD) : Monitor body 33 W <3 W 52 W <3W 15.0 x 15.0 x 2.2 inch / 9.7 lbs (382 x 380 x 57 mm / 4.4 kg ) 17.6 x 17.2 x 2.48 inch / 14.3 lbs (448 x 438 x 63 mm / 6.5 kg) With stand 15.0 x 15.0 x 6.0 inch / 9.7 lbs (382 x 380 x 153 mm / 4.4 kg) 17.6 x 17.2 x 8.15 inch / 14.3 lbs (448 x 438 x 207 mm / 6.5 kg) When folded 15.0 x 17.7 x 2.4 inch / 9.
Appendix Pin Assignments Table 6.
Appendix Display Modes If the signal from the system equals to the standard signal mode, the screen is adjusted automatically. If the signal from the system doesn't equal to the standard signal mode, adjust the mode with referring to the Videocard user guide because the screen might not display or only the power LED might be on. For the display modes listed below, the screen image has been optimized during manufacture. Table 7.
Appendix Installing VESA compliant mounting devices Refer to page 29 to fold the base Rear cover mounting pad Mounting Align the mounting interface pad with the holes in the rear cover mounting pad and secure it with the four screws that came with the arm-type base, wall mount hanger or other bases. Wall Mount Instructions The following instructions apply to a hollow sheet-rock wall only Tools/Hardware needed - Philips screwdriver, four toggle bolts, 5/8in dia. Drill bit and drill.
Appendix Retractable Stand 15 NOTE: *Please pull the rear retractable part of the stand when you tilt the monitor to the backward direction to give more stability. The maximum tilt angle is 15 degree to the backward direction. Please do not tilt the monitor other than specified range. Excessive force to tilt the monitor other than specified range may give permanent damage to the mechanical part of the stand.
Appendix Attaching a wall or Arm mounting device The monitor supports VESA mounting standard for use with various VESA mounting devices. To install any VESA mounting device, please follow the instructions given. 1 2 4 5 3 6 1 Lay the LCD monitor face-down on a flat surface with a cushion or other soft materials to protect the screen. 2 3 4 Remove the connector cover. 5 6 7 Remove any cable connected on the monitor.
Index A O Audio control 15 Automatic Save 9 Auto adjustment 12 ON-Screen Display 11 OSD Lock/Unlock 10 OSD Control 17 B P Bass 15 Batteries 3 Beep 17 Brightness 12 Pan 16 Pin Assignments 25 PIP 8, 14 Plug and Play 6 Power 8 Power Indicator 6 Power-saving modes 19 C Cable connections 5 Coarse 13 Color 14 Contrast 12 R Remote Controller 3, 18 Reset 13 D S DC adapter 3 Display Modes 26 Duration 17 S-VHS Cable 3 Safety Instructions 2 Scart Jack 3 Screen controls 12 Self-test feature check 6 Sharpne
User Information Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. If necessary, consult your dealer or an experienced radio/ television technician for additional suggestions. You may find the booklet called How to Identify and Resolve Radio/ TV Interference Problems helpful. This booklet was prepared by the Federal Communications Commission. It is available from the U.S.
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