LCD Monitor !"==== ! LL-T15A3 OPERATION MANUAL !" Table of Contents / båÖäáëÜ KKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKK KKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKK P ON Table of Contents Tips and safety precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Product description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Connecting the monitor and turning the monitor on and off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Connecting the monitor to a computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Connecting the monitor to a power source . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Turning the power on . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Turning the power off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Installing set-up information and the ICC profile (for Windows) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Information about the ColorSync profile (for MacOS) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Adjusting the screen display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Adjusting the backlight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Automatic screen adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 Manual screen adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Monitor care and repair . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 Monitor care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 Instructions for attaching a VESA compliant arm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 3 English Español Italiano Français Deutsch English Tips and safety precautions - The TFT color LCD panel used in this monitor is made with the application of high precision technology. However, there may be minute points on the screen where pixels never light or are permanently lit. Also, if the screen is viewed from an acute angle there may be uneven colors or brightness. Please note that these are not malfunctions but common phenomena of LCDs and will not affect the performance of the monitor. - Do not leave the screen displaying idly for long periods of time, as this could cause afterimage to remain. - If the brightness is adjusted to the minimum setting it may be difficult to see the screen. - The quality of the computer signal may influence the quality of the display. We recommend using a computer able to emit high quality video signals. - Never rub or tap the monitor with hard objects. - Please understand that Sharp Corporation bears no responsibility for errors made during use by the customer or a third party, nor for any other malfunctions or damage to this product arising during use, except where indemnity liability is recognized under law. - This monitor and its accessories may be upgraded without advance notice. Location - Do not use the monitor where ventilation is poor, where there is a lot of dust, where humidity is high, or where the monitor may come into contact with oil or steam, as this could lead to fire. - Ensure that the monitor does not come into contact with water or other fluids. Ensure that no objects such as paper clips or pins enter the monitor as this could lead to fire or electric shock. - Do not place the monitor on top of unstable objects or in unsafe places. Do not allow the monitor to come into contact with strong shocks or vibrations. Causing the monitor to fall or topple over may damage it. - Do not use in places where the monitor will be subject to direct sunlight, near heating equipment or anywhere else where there is likelihood of high temperature, as this may lead to generation of excessive heat and outbreak of fire. The Power Cord - Do not damage the power cord nor place heavy objects on it, stretch it or overly bend it. Also, do not add extension cords. Damage to the cord may result in fire or electric shock. - Use only the power cord supplied with the monitor. 4 - Insert the power plug directly into the AC outlet. Adding an extension cord may lead to fire as a result of overheating. Monitor and accessory checklist - Please check that the following items are included in the package. - LCD monitor (1) - AC adapter (1) (model name: NL-A53J) - Utility Disk (For Windows/Macintosh) (1) - Operation manual (1) Notes: - Use only the cables supplied with the monitor. - You are advised to retain the carton in case the monitor needs to be transported. - Sharp Corporation holds authorship rights to the Utility Disk program. Do not reproduce it without permission. - The shape of the supplied accessaries may not be exactly same as shown in this booklet. Use of AC adapter - Do not use the AC adapter for other than the specified equipment. - Unplug the AC adapter if it is not used for long time. - Do not place any objects on the AC adapter. - Do not use the AC adapter outdoors. - Do not attempt to repair the AC adapter if it is broken or malfunctioning. Refer the servicing to the service representative. - Do not try to open the AC adapter. - Do not use water or wet cloth for cleaning the AC adapter. Manual Scope - In this booklet, Microsoft Windows XP will be referred to as [WindowsXP], Microsoft Windows Millenium as [WindowsMe], Microsoft Windows 2000 as [Windows2000], Microsoft Windows 98 as [Windows98], Microsoft Windows 95 as [Windows95], and Microsoft Windows Version 3.1 as [Windows3.1]. When there is no need to distinguish between programs, the term [Windows] will be used. - Microsoft and Windows are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. - Macintosh is a registered trademark of Apple Computer, Inc. Product description English English Español Italiano Français Deutsch 10 9 123456 7 8 1. MENU button ............................ This button is used to pop-up, select and close the OSD (On Screen Display) Menu. 2. 3. button ................................... This button is used to select menu options when the OSD Menu is displayed. buttons ............................. When the OSD Menu is displayed: These buttons are used to increase or decrease the value of a selected option. When the OSD Menu is not displayed: These buttons are used to adjust backlight brightness. 4. AUTO button ............................ When the OSD Menu is displayed: This button is used to turn off the OSD Menu. When the OSD Menu is not displayed: This button is used to perform automatic adjustment of the screen (CLOCK, PHASE, H-POS and V-POS). 5. Power LED ............................... This LED is lit green when in use and orange when in power-saving mode. 6. Power button ............................ Pressing this button turns the power on. (After turning the power on, it may take a little time before the screen displays.) Press the button again to turn the power off. 7. Power terminal ......................... The AC adapter is connected here. 8. Analog signal cable ................. Connects to the computer's analog RGB output terminal. 9. Security lock anchor ................ By connecting a security lock (commercially available) to the security lock anchor, the monitor is fixed so that it cannot be transported. The security slot works in conjunction with Kensington Micro Saver Security Systems. 10. Ventilation openings ................ Note: Never block the ventilation openings as this may lead to overheating inside the monitor and result in malfunction. 5 Product description Standing up and adjusting the monitor CAUTION! - Pressure from hands on the LCD panel could cause damage. - Be careful not to place any objects on the cables. Doing so may result in disconnection or other problems. Standing up the monitor Press down on the stand and lift up the top section of the monitor. Angle adjustment Lightly holding both sides of the monitor, adjust it to a suitable viewing angle. approx.25° approx.3° - Do not use the monitor when tilted back beyond approximately 25º.The monitor may fall over leading to injury or malfunction. approx.3° approx.25° Folding up the monitor (when packing it away) - Except when folding away the monitor to transport it, do not fold down the monitor. Unnecessarily folding and unfolding the monitor could lead to malfunction. 1.Remove the AC adapter. 2. If carrying out adjustments to the monitor, place it upright. 3. While pressing the rear lock disable button (1), gently fold back the monitor (2). (2) Prohibited range (1) 6 Connecting the monitor and turning the monitor on and off CAUTION! - When connecting, ensure that both the monitor and computer are switched off. - Be careful not to overly bend the cable or add extension cords as this could lead to a malfunction. AC outlet Connecting the monitor to a computer Power cord Analog RGB output terminal (Mini D-Sub 15 pin, 3 row) Turning the power on 1.Press the monitor's POWER button. 2.Turn on the computer. The power LED will be lit green, and the screen will display an image. Analog signal cable - Paying attention to connector direction, firmly insert the signal cable to terminal, and then tighten the screws at both sides. If connecting to a D-sub 15 pin 2 row Apple Power Macintosh, attach a Macintosh conversion adapter (commercially available) to the analog signal cable. Power LED Power button Macintosh conversion adapter Turning the power off Connecting the monitor to a power source 1.Connect the AC adapter to the monitor's power terminal. Power terminal 1. Turn the computer off. 2. Press the monitor's POWER button. The Power LED will disappear. If the monitor is not going to be used for a long period of time, be sure to unplug it from the AC outlet. AC adapter 7 English Notes: - If using the monitor for the first time or after having changed the system settings during use, perform an automatic screen adjustment. - Depending on the computer or OS, it may be necessary to use the computer to install monitor set-up information. If so, follow the steps below to install the monitor set-up information. Español Italiano Français Deutsch English 2.Attach the power cord to the AC adapter and place the power plug into the AC outlet. Connecting the monitor and turning the monitor on and off Installing set-up information and the ICC profile (for Windows) Depending on the computer or OS, it may be necessary to use the computer to operate the installation of monitor set-up information etc. If so, follow the steps below to install the monitor set-up information. (Depending on the type of computer or OS, command names and methods may differ. Please follow the computer's own operation manual while reading this.) About the ICC profile An ICC (International Color Consortium) profile is a file that describes the color characteristics of the LCD monitor. By using an application that works together with an ICC profile, a high color resolution can be realized. - Windows98/2000/Me/XP all use the ICC profile. - When installing Windows98/2000/Me/XP setup information (described below), the ICC profile is also installed. If you would like to install the ICC program only, please refer to Installing the ICC profile on page 10. - When using an ICC profile, set [WHITE BALANCE] to [STD] . For Windows98 Installing monitor set-up information into Windows98, and setting the monitor's ICC profile as a predetermined value. This explanation assumes that the floppy disk drive is "A drive". If the "Add new Hardware Wizard" has appeared: 1. Place the Utility Disk (pro ...