ENGLISH PN-455 LCD MONITOR ENGLISH IMPORTANT: To aid reporting in case of loss or theft, please record the product's model and serial numbers in the space provided. The numbers are located in the rear of the product. Model No.: Serial No.: U.S.A. ONLY IMPORTANT INFORMATION WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS PRODUCT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated "dangerous voltage" within the product's enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons. The exclamation point within a triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the product. CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER. NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. 1 E IMPORTANT INFORMATION (Continued) WARNING: FCC Regulations state that any unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment not expressly approved by the manufacturer could void the user's authority to operate this equipment. U.S.A. ONLY CAUTION: Use the supplied AC cord as it is. INFORMATION: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for Class A digital equipment, 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: · Relocate or adjust the receiving antenna. · Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. · Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. · Consult an authorized dealer or experienced radio/TV technician for help. U.S.A. ONLY CAUTION Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer. Dispose of used batteries according to local regulations. This product utilizes fluorescent tubes containing a small amount of mercury. Disposal of these materials may be regulated due to environmental considerations. For disposal or recycling information, please contact your local authorities or the Electronic Industries Alliance: www.eia.org E 2 DEAR SHARP CUSTOMER Thank you for your purchase of a SHARP LCD product. To ensure safety and many years of trouble-free operation of your product, please read the Safety Precautions carefully before using this product. ENGLISH SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Electricity is used to perform many useful functions, but it can also cause personal injuries and property damage if improperly handled. This product has been engineered and manufactured with the highest priority on safety. However, improper use can result in electric shock and/or fire. In order to prevent potential danger, please observe the following instructions when installing, operating and cleaning the product. To ensure your safety and prolong the service life of your LCD product, please read the following precautions carefully before using the product. 1. Read instructions -- All operating instructions must be read and understood before the product is operated. 2. Keep this manual in a safe place -- These safety and operating instructions must be kept in a safe place for future reference. 3. Observe warnings -- All warnings on the product and in the instructions must be observed closely. 4. Follow instructions -- All operating instructions must be followed. 5. Cleaning -- Unplug the power cord from the AC outlet before cleaning the product. Use a damp cloth to clean the product. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. 6. Attachments -- Do not use attachments not recommended by the manufacturer. Use of inadequate attachments can result in accidents. 7. Water and moisture -- Do not use the product near water, such as bathtub, washbasin, kitchen sink and laundry tub, swimming pool and in a wet basement. 8. Stand -- Do not place the product on an unstable cart, stand, tripod or table. Placing the product on an unstable base can cause the product to fall, resulting in serious personal injuries as well as damage to the product. 9. Ventilation -- The vents and other openings in the cabinet are designed for ventilation. Do not cover or block these vents and openings since insufficient ventilation can cause overheating and/or shorten the life of the product. Do not place the product on a bed, sofa, rug or other similar surface, since they can block ventilation openings. Do not place the product in an enclosed place such as a bookcase or rack, unless proper ventilation is provided or the manufacturer's instructions are followed. 10. Power cord protection -- The power cords must be routed properly to prevent people from stepping on them or objects from resting on them. 11. The LCD panel used in this product is made of glass. Therefore, it can break when the product is dropped or applied with impact. Be careful not to be injured by broken glass pieces in case the LCD panel breaks. 12. Overloading -- Do not overload AC outlets or extension cords. Overloading can cause fire or electric shock. 13. Entering of objects and liquids -- Never insert an object into the product through vents or openings. High voltage flows in the product, and inserting an object can cause electric shock and/or short internal parts. For the same reason, do not spill water or liquid on the product. 14. Servicing -- Do not attempt to service the product yourself. Removing covers can expose you to high voltage and other dangerous conditions. Request a qualified service person to perform servicing. 15. Repair -- If any of the following conditions occurs, unplug the power cord from the AC outlet, and request a qualified service person to perform repairs. a. When the power cord or plug is damaged. b. When a liquid was spilled on the product or when objects have fallen into the product. c. When the product has been exposed to rain or water. d. When the product does not operate properly as described in the operating instructions. Do not touch the controls other than those described in the operating instructions. Improper adjustment of controls not described in the instructions can cause damage, which often requires extensive adjustment work by a qualified technician. 3 E SAFETY PRECAUTIONS (Continued) e. When the product has been dropped or damaged. f. When the product displays an abnormal condition. Any noticeable abnormality in the product indicates that the product needs servicing. Replacement parts -- In case the product needs replacement parts, make sure that the service person uses replacement parts specified by the manufacturer, or those with the same characteristics and performance as the original parts. Use of unauthorized parts can result in fire, electric shock and/or other danger. Safety checks -- Upon completion of service or repair work, request the service technician to perform safety checks to ensure that the product is in proper operating condition. Wall or ceiling mounting -- When mounting the product on a wall or ceiling, be sure to install the product according to the method recommended by the manufacturer. Heat sources -- Keep the product away from heat sources such as radiators, heaters, stoves and other heat-generating products (including amplifiers). Power source --This product must operate on a power source specified on the specification label. If you are not sure of the type of power supply used in your home, consult your dealer or local power company. For units designed to operate on batteries or another power source, refer to the operating instructions. 16. 17. 18. 19. 20. WARNING: This is a class A product. In a domestic environment this product may cause radio interference in which case the user may be required to take adequate measures. WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this product to rain or moisture. E 4 TIPS AND SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ENGLISH - 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 display the same image on the screen for a long period of time, as this may cause an afterimage to remain. - The quality of the computer signal may influence the quality of the display. We recommend using a computer able to perform 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. - 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 receive strong shocks or to strongly vibrate. 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 over 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. - Insert the power plug directly into the AC outlet. Adding an extension cord may lead to fire as a result of overheating. - Do not remove or insert the power plug with wet hands. Doing so could result in electric shock. Manual Scope - In this manual, Microsoft Windows XP will be referred to as "Windows XP", and Microsoft Windows 2000 as "Windows 2000". When there is no need to distinguish between programs, the term "Windows" will be used. - Microsoft and Windows are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. - All other brand and product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders. - Language of OSD menu used in this manual is English by way of example. - Illustrations in this manual may not exactly represent the actual product or display. Fluorescent Tubes The fluorescent tubes in this product have a limited lifetime. * If the screen gets dark, flashes, or does not turn on, change the fluorescent tubes with new exclusive ones. * For more information, please contact your product dealer. Because of the property of fluorescent tubes, the screen may flash during the initial period of use. If this happens, please turn off the main power switch on the top of the monitor and turn on again to confirm operation. 5 E Contents Introduction IMPORTANT INFORMATION .................................................................................... 1 DEAR SHARP CUSTOMER ..................................................................................... 3 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ......................................................................................... 3 TIPS AND SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ........................................................................ 5 Features .................................................................................................................... 7 Supplied Accessories ............................................................................................. 8 Part Names - Display ............................................................................................... 9 Front view ..................................................... ...