User manual PLANAR PL1520M - Product Manual

PL1520M LCD Monitor USER'S GUIDE www.planar.com Planar Systems, Inc. 1195 NW Compton Drive Beaverton, OR 97006-1992 www.planar.com Customer Service Planar provides the following technical support services: Internet Support For support available 24/7 visit Planar's Online Technical Support at www.planar.com/support. Our Online Technical Support is where you'll find solutions to many common problems, download documentation, view answers to frequently asked questions (FAQs) and get troubleshooting advice, or email Planar your support question. Talk to a Customer Service Representative To contact Planar's Customer First(TM) Technical Support Service call 1.866.PLANAR.1 (866.752.6271). This service is available 5am - 5pm Pacific Time, 8am - 8pm Eastern Time, Monday through Friday. 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Other brand or product names are trademarks of their respective holders. 1 TABLE OF CONTENTS For Your Safety For Your Safety --------------------------------------------------------------3 General Notes Special notes on LCD monitors -----------------------------------------5 Before You Operate The Monitor Features -----------------------------------------------------------------------6 Checking the contents of the package --------------------------------6 Installation Instructions Installing the base------------------------------------------------------------7 Power source ----------------------------------------------------------------7 Cable connection ------------------------------------------------------------8 Adjusting the viewing angle -----------------------------------------------9 Operating Instructions General Instructions -------------------------------------------------------10 How to adjust a setting ---------------------------------------------------13 Source set up ------------------------------------------------------------15 Adjusting the sound -------------------------------------------------------16 Adjusting the picture ------------------------------------------------------17 Adjusting the OSD ---------------------------------------------------23 Technical Support (FAQ) Technical Support (FAQ) -------------------------------------------------26 Error message & possible solution--------------------------------------26 Appendix Specifications ---------------------------------------------------------------28 Preset display modes ----------------------------------------------------31 Connector pin assignment ---------------------------------------------32 2 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: 1. 2. 3. The changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment. Shielded interface cables and AC power cord, if any, must be used in order to comply with the emission limits. 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. 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. Important Recycle Instruction: LCD Lamp(s) inside this product contain mercury. This product may contain other electronic waste that can be hazardous if not disposed of properly. Recycle or dispose in accordance with local, state, or federal Laws. For more information, contact the Electronic Industries Alliance at WWW.EIAE.ORG. For lamp specific disposal information check WWW.LAMPRECYCLE.ORG. 3 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. 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. Unplug the unit during a lightening 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. 3.5A. The wall socket shall be installed near the equipment and shall be easily accessible. 4 GENERAL NOTES SPECIAL NOTES ON LCD MONITORS The following symptoms are normal with LCD monitor and do not indicate a problem. NOTES · 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 screen has effective pixels of 99.99% or more. It may include blemishes of 0.01% or less such as a missing pixel or a pixel lit all of the time. Due to the nature of the LCD screen, an afterimage of the previous screen may remain after switching the image, when the same image is displayed for hours. In this case, the screen is recovered slowly by changing the image or turning off the Power Switch for hours. When the screen becomes black or flashing, or cannot illuminate any more, contact your dealer or service center to replace parts. Don't repair the screen by yourself! · 5 BEFORE YOU OPERATE THE MONITOR FEATURES · · · · · 38.1cm(15") TFT Color LCD Monitor Crisp, Clear Display for Windows Recommened Resolutions: 1024 x 768 @60Hz Ergonomic Design Space Saving, Compact Case Design CHECKING THE CONTENTS OF THE PACKAGE The product package should include the following items: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. Monitor Base Landing Strip User Manual Power Cord 15-Pin D-Sub Cable Audio Cable Composite Video Cable Register Your Planar Products Today Thank you for choosing Planar. To assure you receive all the benefits of your Planar product and services, register your Planar product today. Visit our website to register your product at http://www.planar.com/support/product_registration.html Cables, Replacement Lamps and Accessories To find cables, replacement lamps and accessories for your Planar projector, LCD monitor, touchscreen or other Planar products visit our online store at www.PlanarOnline.com or find other stores who carry Planar products at http://www.planar.com/howtobuy 6 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS INSTALLING AND REMOVING THE BASE: Install Remove Figure 1 Installing and Removing the Base 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 one end to your LCD monitor's AC-input socket , the other end to wall-outlet . 7 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS CABLE CONNECTIONS ·Connecting the Signal Cable: Plug one end of the VGA Cable to the LCD monitor's " VGA" input socket , the other end to the computer's VGA port and tighten the two screws on the cable connector. ·Connecting the Power Cord: Plug one end of the AC-power cord to the LCD monitor's AC input socket , the other end to a wall outlet. ·Connecting the Audio Cable: Plug the audio cable between the computer multi-media (or sound) card's audio output and the monitor's audio input (located on the back of the monitor). ·Connecting the S-Video Cable: Plug one end of the S-video cable (not included) to the LCD monitor's S-Video port and the other end to a video source output.(eg. DVD player, video recorder, a film camara with S-Video connection or a PC) ·Connecting the Video Cable: Plug one end of the composite video cable to the LCD monitor's composite video port and the other end to a video source .(eg. DVD player, video recorder, a film camara with video port or gaming console) Caution: If the AC outlet is not grounded (with three holes), install the proper grounding adapter (not supplied). Figure 2 : Compsite Video Port : S-Video Port : VGA port : Audio port : AC Power input port Connecting the Cables 8 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS ADJUSTING THE VIEWING ANGLE · For optimal viewing it is recommended to look at the full face of the monitor, then adjust the monitor's angle to your own preference. · Hold the stand so you do not topple the monitor when you change the monitor's angle. · You are able to adjust the monitor's angle from -5° to 20°. Figure 3 NOTES · Do not touch the LCD screen when you change the angle. It may cause damage or break the LCD screen. · Careful attention is required not to catch your fingers or hands when you change the angle. 9 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS Press the power button to turn the monitor on or off. The other control buttons are located at front panel of the monitor (See Figure 4). By changing these settings, the picture can be adjusted to your personal preferences. · The power cord should be connected. · Connect the Signal cable from the monitor to the VGA card. · Connect video/S-video cable from the monitor to a video source . · Press the power button to turn on the monitor. The power indicator will light up. Figure 4 External Control Button EXTERNAL CONTROLS 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. AUTO Adjustment / Exit Vol ­ (Decrease) / Select menu item Power Button/LED Vol + (Increase)/ Select menu item Menu / Enter or Adjust Earphone output port 10 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS(cont.) FRONT PANEL CONTROL KNOBS · Power Button /Power Indicator: Press this button to switch ON/OFF of monitor's power. Green -- Power On mode. Amber -- Power saving mode · MENU / ENTER OR ADJUST : 1. 2. 3. When OSD menu is not activated, press this button to activate the OSD menu. When OSD menu is in activated, this button will act as an Enter key. For certain functions when OSD menu is activated, this button will also act as an Adjust button. · "VOL+" and ">" button: 1. 2. When OSD menu is not activated, press this button to increase volume. When OSD is activated, this button acts as a select button, moving right or down. It also increases the value of certain functions When OSD menu is not activated, press this button to decrease volume. When OSD is activated, this button acts as a select button, moving left or up. It also decreases the value of certain functions. · "VOL-" and "<"buttons: 1. 2. · AUTO Adjust button / Exit: 1. When OSD menu is not activated, press this button to activate the AUTO Adjustment function. (The AUTO Adjustment function is used to optimized the HPos, VPos, Clock and Focus.) 2. When OSD menu is activated, this button will act as an EXIT KEY. (EXIT OSD menu). 11 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS(cont.) OSD Lock Function: Option 1: OSD lock - all 4 buttons are locked except the "POWER" button. Press and hold the "MENU" and ">" buttons for 3 seconds to lock the buttons. Repeat this step to unlock. Option 2: OSD & Power button lock - all 5 buttons including the "POWER" button are locked. Press and hold the "MENU" and "<" buttons for 3 seconds to lock all 5 buttons. Repeat this step to unlock. NOTES · Do not install the monitor in a location near heat sources such as radiators · · · or air dusts, or in a place subject to direct sunlight, or excessive dust or mechanical vibration or shock. Save the original shipping box 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 maintain the cleanness of your LCD display, wipe it periodically with clean and soft cloth. The screen may be damaged by any liquid splash. To keep the monitor looking new, periodically clean it with a soft cloth. Stubborn stains may be removed with a cloth lightly dampened with a mild detergent solution. Never use strong solvents such as thinner, benzene, or abrasive cleaners, since these will damage the cabinet. As a safety precaution, always unplug the monitor before cleaning it. · 12 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS (cont.) HOW TO ADJUST A SETTING Press the "MENU" key to activate the OSD window. 1. Press < or > to navigate through the functions. Once the desired function is highlighted, press the "MENU" key again to activate it. If the function selected has a sub-menu, press < or > again to navigate through the submenu functions. Once the desired function is highlighted, press "MENU" key to activate it. 2. Press < or > to change the settings of the selected function. 3. To exit and save, push the "AUTO" (Exit) key. If you want to adjust any other function, repeat steps 2-3. Figure 5 OSD (On Screen Display) 13 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS (cont.) MENU SELECTION Main Menu Main Menu Item Icon Video Description Picture set up for composite video & s-video mode. Sound set up for all modes. Note Inactive when VGA source is selected. Sound VGA Inactive when Picture set up for PC mode Video/S-Video source is selected Source select between VGA/Video/S-Video OSD (On screen Display) Set up Source OSD 14 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS (cont.) SOURCE SET UP Source select between VGA, Composite Video and S-Video. Source Setting 1. Press " MENU" key to open OSD menu 2. 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