LM729 LM729 17" LCD Monitor User's Manual By Envision Peripherals, Inc. www.aocmonitor.com . LM729 TABLE OF CONTENTS Table of Contents For Your Safety Precautions General Notes Before You Operate The Monitor Installation Instructions Operating Instructions Technical Support (FAQ) Appendix 1 2 3 4-5 6 7-13 14-19 20-21 22-25 1 LM729 FOR YOUR SAFETY Before operating the monitor, please read this manual thoroughly. This manual should be retained for future reference. FCC Class B Radio Frequency Interference Statement WARNING: (FOR FCC CERTIFIED MODELS) NOTE: 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. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures: 1. Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. 2. Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. 3. Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. 4. Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. NOTICE: The changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment. 2. Shielded interface cables and AC power cord, if any, must be used in order to comply with the emission limits. 3. The manufacturer is not responsible for any radio or TV interference caused by unauthorized modification to this equipment. It is the responsibilities of the user to correct such interference. As an ENERGY STAR Partner Envision Peripherals Inc. has determined that this product meets the ENERGY STAR guidelines for energy efficiency. 1. WARNING: To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose the monitor to rain or moisture. Dangerously high voltages are present inside the monitor. Do not open the cabinet. Refer servicing to qualified personnel only. SAFETY: Lamp Disposal LAMP(S) INSIDE THIS PRODUCT CONTAIN MERCURY AND MUST BE RECYCLED OR DISPOSED OF ACCORDING TO LOCAL,STATE OR FEDERAL LAWS.FOR MORE INFORMATION,CONTACT THE ELECTRONIC INDUSTRIES ALLIANCE AT WWW.EIAE.ORG 2 LM729 PRECAUTIONS Do not use the monitor near water, e.g. near a bathtub, washbowl, kitchen sink, laundry tub, swimming pool or in a wet basement. Do not place the monitor on an unstable cart, stand, or table. If the monitor falls, it can injure a person and cause serious damage to the appliance. Use only a cart or stand recommended by the manufacturer or sold with the monitor. If you mount the monitor on a wall or shelf, use a mounting kit approved by the manufacturer and follow the kit instructions. Slots and openings in the back and bottom of the cabinet are provided for ventilation. To ensure reliable operation of the monitor and to protect it from overheating, be sure these openings are not blocked or covered. Do not place the monitor on a bed, sofa, rug, or similar surface. Do not place the monitor near or over a radiator or heat register. Do not place the monitor in a bookcase or cabinet unless proper ventilation is provided. Do not install the monitor in a location near heat sources such as radiators or air ducts, or in a place subject to direct sunlight, or excessive dust or mechanical vibration or shock. The monitor should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the label. If you are not sure of the type of power supplied to your home, consult your dealer or local power company. The monitor is equipped with a three-pronged grounded plug, a plug with a third (grounding) pin. This plug will fit only into a grounded power outlet as a safety feature. If your outlet does not accommodate the three-wire plug, have an electrician install the correct outlet or ground the appliance safely. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the grounded plug. Unplug the unit during a lightning storm or when it will not be used for long period of time. This will protect the monitor from damage due to power surges. Do not overload power strips and extension cords. Overloading can result in fire or electric shock. Never push any object into the slot on the monitor cabinet. It could short circuit parts causing a fire or electric shock. Never spill liquids on the monitor. Do not attempt to service the monitor by yourself. Opening or removing covers can expose you to dangerous voltages and other hazards. Please refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. To ensure satisfactory operation, use the monitor only with UL listed computers which have appropriate configured receptacles marked between 100 - 240V AC, Min. 5A. The wall socket shall be installed near the equipment and shall be easily accessible. 3 LM729 GENERAL NOTES SPECIAL NOTES ON LCD MONITORS The following symptoms are normal with LCD monitor and do not indicate a problem. · · · Due to the nature of the fluorescent light, the screen may flicker during initial use. Turn off the Power Switch and then turn it on again to make sure the flicker disappears. You may find slightly uneven brightness on the screen depending on the desktop pattern you use. The LCD panel used in this monitor is a very high technology product with 3,932,160 thin film transistors giving you fine picture details. Occasionally, a few non-active pixels may appear on the screen as a fixed point of red, green, blue, white or black. Please note that this does not indicate a defective panel. Due to the nature of the LCD screen, an after-image of the previous screen may remain after switching the image when the same image has been displayed for a long time. The monitor will slowly recover from this. LCD monitors have a fixed size & number of pixels. Due to this, an interpolation is necessary to operate the monitor in a relution below it's native resolution which may slightly degrage the display quality. Therefore, it is highly recommended to operate the monitor at it's native resolution of 1280 x 1024 @ 60Hz. · · OTHER NOTES · The screen surface is very soft. Do not rub, touch or tap the screen surface with sharp object such as pen or pencil. This contact may scratch or damage the screen. These damages are not covered under the warranty. Turn your computer OFF before installing your new monitor. Refer to your computer manual for the proper shut down procedure. Save the original shipping carton and packing materials, as they will come in handy if you ever have to ship your monitor. For maximum protection, repackage your monitor as it was originally packed at the factory. To keep the monitor looking new, periodically clean the case & surface of the TFT-LCD panel with a soft non-fiberous cloth lightly dampened with a glass cleaner. Do not use any paper products to clean the screen. Never spay the glass cleaner directly on the monitor. Never use strong solvents such as thinner, benzene, or abrasive cleaners, since these will damage the case & panel. As a safety precaution, always unplug the monitor before cleaning it. · · · · 4 LM729 GENERAL NOTES (cont) · Plug & Play DDC 2B Feature - This monitor is equipped with VESA DDC 2B capabilities according to the VESA DDC STANDARD. It allows the monitor to inform the host system of its identity and, depending on the level of DDC used, communicate additional information about its display capabilities. The DDC 2B is a bidirectional data channel based on the I2C protocol. The host can request EDID information over the DDC 2B channel. · This monitor will appear to be non-functional if there is not video input signal. In order for this monitor to operate properly, there must be a video input signal. 5 LM729 BEFORE YOU OPERATE THE MONITOR FEATURES · · · · · · · 17" (43.2cm) TFT Color LCD Monitor Crisp & Clear Display for Windows Recommended Resolutions: 1280 X 1024 @ 60Hz ® EPA ENERGY STAR 2W + 2W Stereo Speakers Ergonomic Design with Height, Pivot, Tilt & Swivel Adjustable Stand Space Saving, Compact Case Design CHECKING THE CONTENTS OF THE PACKAGE The product package should include the following items: Monitor Base Quick Start Guide (QSG) CD (Manual & Drivers) 15-pin D-Sub Cable Power Cord PC Stereo Cable Warranty Booklet 6 LM729 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS INSTALLING & REMOVING THE BASE Install Figure 1 - Installing the Base. INSTALLING THE BASE 1. Set the bottom base on a flat surface. 2. Line up the front of the monitor with the front of the base and press firmly. Remove Pin Remove Base Figure 2 - Installing the Base. REMOVING THE BASE 1. Never remove the base while the height adjustment lock pin is installed. Set the monitor standing on a flat firm surface. Remove the height adjustment lock pin. 2. Set the monitor face down on a padded flat surface. Press the four clips inward while pushing the bottom base out. 7 LM729 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS (Cont) POWERCORD Power Source: 1. Make sure that the power cord is the correct type required in your area. 2. This LCD monitor has an internal Universal Power Supply that allows operation in either 100/120V AC or 220/240V AC voltage area (No user adjustment is required.) 3. Connect the AC-power cord into your LCD monitor's AC-power-input. The AC-power cord may be connected to either a wall power outlet or the power outlet socket on your PC, depending on the type of power cord supplied with your LCD monitor. A certified power supply cord has to be used with this equipment. The relevant national installation and/or equipment regulations shall be considered. A certified power supply cord not lighter than ordinary polyvinyl chloride flexible cord according to IEC 60227 (designation H05VV-F 3G 2 2 0.75mm or H05VVH2-F2 3G 0.75mm ) shall be used. As an alternate, a flexible cord of synthetic rubber according to IEC 60245 (designation H05RR2 F 3G 0.75mm ) shall be used. The accessory power cord for the Northern American region is the wall plug with NEMA 5-15 style and is UL listed and CSA labeled. The voltage rating for the power cord shall be 125 volts AC. Supplied with units intended for connection to power outlet of personal computer: Please use a cord set consisting of a minimum No. 18 AWG, type SJT or SVT three conductors flexible cord. One end terminates with a grounding type attachment plug, rated 10A, 250V, CEE-22 male configuration. The other end terminates with a molded-on type connector body, rated 10A, 250V, having standard CEE-22 female configuration. Please note that power supply cord needs to use VDE 0602, 0625, 0821 approval power cord in European counties. 8 LM729 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS (cont) configuration. The other end terminates with a molded-on type connector body, rated 10A, 250V, having standard CEE-22 female configuration. Please note that power supply cord needs to use VDE 0602, 0625, 0821 approval power cord in European counties. Connecting The Cables Figure 2 1. 2. 15-pin D-SUB Cable Audio cable Connecting Cables 3. AC Power Cord Turn off your computer before performing the procedure below. 1. Connect one end of the 15-pin D-Sub cable to the back of the monitor and connect the other end to the computer's D-Sub port. 2. Connect the PC stereo cable between the monitor's audio input and the PC's green audio output port. 3. Connect the female end of the AC power cord to the AC-in port on the back of the monitor. Connect the other end to a nearby AC-outlet. 4. Turn on your monitor and computer. If you monitor diplays an image, installation is complete. If not, refer to the FAQ (frequently asked questions) section for troubleshooting. 9 LM729 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS (cont) How To Install The INF & ICM Files · This is a Plug & Play monitor. Microsoft Windows will automatically install a Plug & Play driver for it when you first install this monitor. It is not necessary to install the INF driver file included in the floppy diskette or CD if Microsoft Windows successfully installed a Plug & Play driver. If you would still like to install the driver included in the floppy disketter or CD that came with the monitor, log-on to our website at http://www.nam.aocmonitor.com/support/faq.asp. Then look for "Driver Installation" section. 10 LM729 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS (cont) Height, Tilt, Pivot & Swivel Adjustment Your monitor features a multi-adjustable stand that will enable it move 110mm up/down (height adjustment), 25 degree forward/backward (tilt adjustment), 90 degree landscape/portrait (pivot adjustment ­ note: The mo ...