Agnpro EP-15AV User manual

EPUMREV4.7

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Table of Contents
Introduction....................................................................................2
Introduction ................................................................................2
Package Contents.....................................................................2
Monitor Stand Options..............................................................3
Care of Your Monitor..................................................................... 4
Installation.................................................................................. 4
Power connection......................................................................4
Maintenance ..............................................................................4
Transportation ........................................................................... 5
Controls......................................................................................6
Setup ..........................................................................................8
Customizing Your Monitor .......................................................... 10
Adjusting Your LCD Panel...................................................... 10
Selecting OSD Features......................................................... 10
Troubleshooting .......................................................................... 12
Troubleshooting....................................................................... 12
Technical Features and Specifications ..................................... 13
Specifications .......................................................................... 13
Preset and User Modes.......................................................... 14
Regulation.................................................................................... 16
FCC compliance...................................................................... 16

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Introduction
Introduction
Congratulations on purchasing AGNPRO flat panel monitors. Your LCD
monitor incorporates a high quality display in a small light weight
package with standard vesa mounting for ease of installation. It also
features power-saving and low emissions. Designed for video and
CCTV applications, your monitor provides enhanced video output and
features to enhance your overall system.
Your LCD monitor incorporates a color active matrix thin-film-transistor
(TFT) liquid crystal display to provide superior display performance. It is
fully plug & play compatible, so you don’t have to install any drivers. The
OSD (On Screen Display Menu) will allow you to fine tune your display.
Package Contents
Before using this monitor, check the following items are included in
your carton box:
yMonitor (*1)
yAC Power cord (*1)
yVGA cable (D-sub 15-pin signal) (*1)
yComposite to BNC adaptor (*1) (Optional)
yUser’s manual

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Monitor Stand Options
The EP series monitor comes with picture frame stand as shown in the
illustration below or a standard desktop stand depending on the specific
model purchased.
Picture frame stand Standard desktop stand

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Care of Your Monitor
Installation
•Do not cover or block the ventilation holes in the case.
•Do not install the monitor near heat sources such as radiators or
air ducts, or in a place subject to direct sunlight, excessive dust,
mechanical vibration or shock.
•Optional Video adaptor installation
•Turn off the power switch and unplug the monitor before
installation to avoid electric shock or damage.
•Install the optional video adaptor on a stable surface. The monitor
may cause injury or damage if it falls or is dropped.
Power connection
•Use an appropriate power cord for your local power supply.
•The outlet should be installed near the monitor and be easily
accessible.
•Do not allow anything to rest on the power cord.
•Disconnect the power plug from the power outlet under following
conditions:
•If you will not use it for an indefinite period time.
•When the power cord or plug is damaged of frayed.
•If the product has been dropped or the cabinet has been
damaged.
•If the product exhibits a distinct change in performance,
indicate a need for service.
Maintenance
•Clean the cabinet, glass, and controls with a soft cloth lightly
moistened with a mild detergent solution. Do not use any type of
abrasive pad, scouring powder or solvent, such as alcohol or
benzene.

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•Do not rub, touch, or tap the surface of the screen with sharp or
abrasive items such as a pen or screwdriver. This type of contact
may result in a scratched glass.
•Do not insert sharp objects or spill liquid into the monitor through
ventilation holes. They may cause accident fire, electric shock or
failure.
•Do not attempt to service this product yourself, as opening or
removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage potentials
or other risks.
Transportation
•When you transport this monitor for repair or shipment, please be
sure to use the original carton and packing materials to avoid
damage.

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Controls
Controls on front bezel of monitor
1. * Infrared receiver: Remote control to select the OSD of LCD
Monitor and TV functions. (Does not apply to models: EP15AV
and EP17AV)
2. Power LED: This power LED indicates different status when this
unit operates in different modes.
3. Power switch: Turns the monitor on or off.
4. Increase: Increase the adjustment value of selected OSD control
option and Volume with monitors with audio in function.
5. Decrease: Decrease the adjustment value of selected OSD
control option and Volume with monitors with audio in function.
6. OSD select : Activates the On-Screen Display menu.
and selects the OSD control options on the screen.
7. Auto tuning button: Adjust the picture position and performance
automatically.
You are recommended to press the button the first time you use
the monitor or every time you change the resolution and/or
refresh rate of the input signal.

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8. * Light sensor: Automatically detects ambient light to adjust
brightness to optimize picture quality. (Does not apply to
models: EP15AV and EP17AV)
9. Headphone jack: (Does not apply to models: EP15AV and
EP17AV)
10. * Internal Microphone: (Does not apply to models: EP15AV
and EP17AV)
* Options (These buttons/functions are not active on models:
EP15AV and EP17AV)
yDC +12V Power Input
Provides +12V DC power to the monitor.
yVGA Input
D-sub 15-pin connector for VGA signal.

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Setup
1. Remove the dust-proof plastic sheet
Remove the dust-proof plastic sheet from the surface of monitor.
2. Connect your monitor to the video source
Composite Video Input - Connect your monitor to a video source
such as Digital Video Recorder, Multiplexer, Camera, VCR, etc using
a cable with an RCA jack. To use BNC connectors, you will need to
use a composite to BNC adaptor. For some models, this adaptor is
included with the monitor.
VGA Input - Connect your monitor to your computer or other device
using the D-Sub 15-pin connector. With the computer switched off,
connect the analog VGA signal cable to the “ANALOG” port on the
back of the monitor. The monitor is compatible with IBM PC and
MacIntosh computers.
3. Press the Power switch (3) to turn on your monitor. You should
see the picture on your monitor now. If not, please check the
Troubleshooting” section of this user manual for details.

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4. Use 1024 x 768 resolution for model EP15AV or 1280 X 1024
for model EP17AV and press (AUTO) button for best
performance. (If you are not using a computer, please skip this
step.)
5. Before starting to work, you are recommended to adjust the
resolution of video signal from your computer to its native
resolution: (1024 x 768 at 60 KHz for EP15AV) / (1280 X 1024
at 60 KHz for EP17AV) for best picture performance. (Please
check the user manual of your computer to learn how to adjust
the resolution and refresh rate.)
6. You are also recommended to press the (AUTO) button to
adjust the picture performance automatically and to ensure the
tolerance-free picture.
7. The monitor is plug and play compatible with Microsoft Windows
95/98/2000/ME/XP. No driver installation is required.

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Customizing Your Monitor
Adjusting Your LCD Panel
Using your on screen display (OSD) menu, you will be able to fine
tune and optimize your LCD monitor. Important! Though manual
adjustment of the LCD panel is available, we strongly recommend
you to use the auto adjustment function of the panel. It will
automatically tune your LCD panel to the optimal performance.
Simply push the AUTO button to enable the auto adjustment function.
Additionally, we recommend you to use the auto adjustment function
every time after you have change the resolution or frequency of your
display.
Selecting OSD Features
CONTRAST 0 53
BRIGHTNESS 0 50
COLOR 0 50
SHARPNESS 0 0
HUE 0 50
INPUT TYPE 4 : 3
INPUT SELECT
RECALL
EXIT
VIDEO ADJUST
BRIGHTNESS
CONTRAST
DISPLAY ADJUST
COLOR TEMPERATURE
LANGUAGE
OSD ADJUST
AUDIO CONTROL
INPUT SELECTION
RECALL
EXIT
V-POSITION 0 50
H-POSITION 0 80
PITCH 0 50
PHASE 0 58
SHARPNESS 0 00
AUTO BRIGHTNESS O F F
AUTO TUNING
RECALL
RETURN
MAIN MENU
VGA IN 1024 768
DISPLAY ADJUST
ENG
SPA
GER
ITA
FRE
CHI
MUTE
VOLUME
RECALL
RETURN
VGN IN
VIDEO IN
S-VIDEO
RETURN
OFF
ON
VGA Mode
Composite & S-Video Mode

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BRIGHTNESS: Adjusts the background black level of the screen image.
CONTRAST: Adjusts the foreground white level of the screen image.
H.POSITION: Moves the screen image left or right.
V.POSITION: Moves the screen up and down.
PITCH: Adjusts image distortion appearing as vertical bars or noise
PHASE: Adjusts image distortion appearing as horizontal noise on the
screen
SHARPNESS: Adjusts the clarity and focus of the screen images
COLOR METER: Adjusts color temperatures for users
LANGUAGE: Allows you to choose from among five languages as English,
French, German, Italian, and Spanish
AUDIO CONTROL: Switch muting ON/OFF and Volume control
INPUT SELECTION: Select video source: VGA, Composite (CVBS)
RECALL: Resets setting back to factory default
HOT KEY CONTROL
1) VGA HOT KEY
UP KEY BRIGHTNESS
DOWN KEY CONTRAST
2) VGA+A HOT KEY
UP KEY VOLUME INCREASE
DOWN KEY VOLUME DECREASE

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Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting
Symptom Check Items
yNo picture
yPower LED is off.
yCheck that the power switch of
monitor is turned on.
yCheck that the power adapter is
properly connected to the monitor.
yCheck that the power cord is properly
connected to the power adapter.
•Check that the power cord is properly
connected to power outlet.
•Check there is electrical power coming
from the power outlet. Use another
device to check for power.
yThe texts are not solid yChange the resolution of the video
signal to 1024 x 768 (EP15AV) 1280
X 1024 (EP17AV) if it is not.
•Press (AUTO) button to run the
automatic adjustment.
•Screen image is not
centered properly.
•Some lines are missing
•Press (AUTO) button to run the
automatic adjustment.
•Adjust H. Position and V. Position to
fine tune. (Please refer to the
“Customizing Your Monitor” section of
this user manual for details.)

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Technical Features and Specifications
Specifications
Size / Model 15” / EP15AV 17”/ EP17AV
Electrical
characteristics
Screen size 15” diagonal 17” diagonal
Pixel format 1024 x 768 1280 x 1024
Horizontal frequency 26kKHz – 81kKHz 26kKHz – 81kKHz
Vertical frequency 50KHz – 75KHz 50KHz – 75KHz
Maximum pixel clock 135MKHz 135MKHz
Connections Power: 3-Pin AC Plug Power: 3-Pin AC Plug
Physical
characteristics
Weight Net: 6.5Kg ( xxx lb) Net: 7.3Kg (16.1 lb)
Tilt angle 0º - 45º picture frame
stand
0º - 15º desktop stand
0º - 45º picture frame
stand
0º - 15º desktop stand
Temperature Operating: 0º - 40ºC
Storage: -20º - 60ºC
Operating: 0º - 40ºC
Storage: -20º - 60ºC
Humidity Operating: 10% - 90%
Storage: 5% - 95%
Operating: 10% - 90%
Storage: 5% - 95%

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Preset and User Modes
The EP series monitors have 16 factory preset modes.
Model EP15AV
Preset Resolution H Freq(kHz) VFreq(Hz)
0640*350 31.469 70.087
1640*400 24.823 56.416
2640*400 31.469 70.087
3640*480 31.469 59.940
4640*480 35.000 66.667
5640*480 37.861 72.809
6640*480 37.500 75.000
7720*400 31.469 70.087
8800*600 35.156 56.250
9800*600 37.879 60.317
10 800*600 48.077 72.188
11 800*600 46.875 75.000
12 832*624 49.107 75.087
13 1024*768 48.363 60.004
14 1024*768 56.476 70.069
15 1024*768 58.038 71.918
16 1024*768 60.023 75.029
Model EP17AV
Preset Resolution H Freq(kHz) V Freq(kHz)
0720*350 31.669 70.087
1660*680 31.669 59.960
2660*680 35.000 66.667
3660*680 37.861 72.809
6660*680 37.500 75.000
5720*600 31.669 70.087
6800*600 35.156 56.250

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7800*600 37.879 60.317
8800*600 68.077 72.188
9800*600 66.875 75.000
10 832*626 69.750 76.500
11 1026*768 68.363 60.006
12 1026*768 56.676 70.069
13 1026*768 58.038 71.918
16 1026*768 60.023 75.029
15 1280*1026 66.000 60.000
16 1280*1026 80.000 75.000

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Regulation
FCC compliance
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is
subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause
harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference
received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
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 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:
yReorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
yIncrease the separation between the equipment and
receiver.
yConnect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit
different from that to which the receiver is connected.
yConsult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV
technician for help.
WARNING: Any unauthorized modification to this equipment could
result in the revocation of the authorization to operate the equipment
and void the product warranty.