Akai LMH27CJSA User manual

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Contents:
1.SAFETY AND PRECAUTIONS ................................................. 1
Operating Safety................................................................ 1
Repair............................................................................... 2
Notes for Ser ice Engineers .............................................. 2
Point of use..................................................................... 3
En ironmental conditions.................................................. 3
Connecting ..................................................................... 4
Standards/Electro-Magnetic Compatibility ........................... 5
Precautions........................................................................ 6
Important Additional Safety Instructions................................ 6
2.INTRODUCTION ................................................................ 7
Ser ice............................................................................. 7
Performance Characteristics................................................. 7
Included Equipment............................................................ 9
3.CONNECTING EXTERNAL DEVICES ..................................... 10
4.CONTROLS AND LOCATION ................................................ 12
5.REMOTE CONTROL .......................................................... 13
Summary of Control Buttons.............................................. 14
6.A.P.S. FIRST TIME INSTALLATION ....................................... 16
7.GENERAL CONTROLS & ADJUSTMENT .................................. 17
Turning the LCD display On and Off .................................... 17
Viewing the Menus and On-Screen Displays.......................... 17
Switching between TV/PC/AV ............................................. 18
1. Turn on the power of the connected ideo equipment.
................................................................................... 18
Volume Control................................................................. 18
Menu Items ..................................................................... 19
Setting the Sleep Timer..................................................... 19
Contrast and Brightness Settings ....................................... 20
Setup Menu Settings......................................................... 21
Audio Menu Settings......................................................... 22
8.TV MODE ADJUSTMENT ..................................................... 23
Altering the TV Settings .................................................... 23
Automatic Search Programmes........................................... 24
Manual Search Programmes............................................... 25
Programme List Settings.................................................... 26
Change or edit Names .................................................... 27
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Delete the programme ...................................................... 27
Insert the programme ...................................................... 28
Setting the CHILD LOCK.................................................... 28
NICAM/IGR Broadcast Selection.......................................... 29
Colour/Sharpness Settings................................................. 30
9.TELETEXT ........................................................................ 31
10.PC MODE ADJUSTMENT ................................................... 34
Image Settings................................................................. 34
Colour Settings................................................................. 36
11.VIEWING PICTURE-IN -PICTURE (PIP) ................................ 37
Quick Way to acti ate PIP.................................................. 37
12.AV MODE ADJUSTMENT .................................................. 39
13.OTHER FUNCTIONS ......................................................... 40
14.TROUBLESHOOTING ........................................................ 41
15.DIMENSIONS ................................................................. 44
16.PC INPUT PRESET TIMING TABLE ...................................... 45
17.SPECIFICATIONS ............................................................ 46
HDTV System : 720p , 1080i............................................ 46
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1.
1.S SAFETY AFETY AND AND P PRECAUTIONS RECAUTIONS
Please read through this section carefully and follow the instruc-
tions to maximize the reliable operation and lifetime of your LCD
display. Always keep these instructions handy and close by your
LCD display. Keep the instructions and the packaging so that if you
sell or gi e away your LCD display you can gi e them to the new
owner.
OPERATING SAFETY
•Never open the housing of the LCD display /
power supply! When the housing is open there is
a danger o injury from electric shock!
•Do not insert any objects through the slots and openings of the
monitor. This may lead to an electrical short-circuit or e en fire
resulting in damage to your LCD display.
•Slots and openings in the LCD display are for en-
tilation purpose. Do not cover these openings,
as this may lead to o erheating.
•Do not allow children to play unattended with electrical
equipment. Children may not always correctly recognize
danger.
•This LCD display is intended for personal use only. It not
intended for commercial use in a heavy industry environ-
ment.
•An injury hazard exists when the display breaks. Wear
protecti e glo es to pack the broken parts and send them into
your ser ice center for proper disposal. Then wash your
hands with soap, because it is possible for chemicals to es-
cape.
•Ne er exert pressure on the display. This could break the
monitor.
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•Do not touch the display with your fingers or with sharp ob-
jects to a oid damage.
Contact the Call Center immediately in any of the following situa-
tions. Do NOT plug in or turn on your display:
♦if the power cable/power supply o erheats or is damaged
♦if liquid has gotten into the monitor
♦if the LCD display is dropped or the housing damaged
REPAIR
•Lea e all repairs of your LCD display to authorized and
quali ied personnel only.
•Should a repair be necessary, please contact one of our au-
thorized service partners only.
NOTES FOR SERVICE ENGINEERS
•Before opening the housing, disconnect the product rom all
power sources and remove any connecting cables. If the dis-
play has not been disconnected from the power outlet before being
opened, there is a danger to li e through electric shock. There is
also a risk of damage to the components.
•Internal components of the LCD display may be damaged by elec-
trostatic discharge (ESD). Carry out repairs in an ESD-protected
workshop. If no such workshop is a ailable, wear an antistatic
wrist strap or touch a highly conducti e metal object. We can re-
pair damage sustained by inappropriate handling for a fee.
•Use only original spare parts.
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POINT OF USE
•Keep your LCD display and all units connected to it away from
moisture and a oid dust, heat and direct sunlight. Failure
to obser e these instructions can lead to malfunctions or
damage to the LCD display.
•Place and operate all units on a stable, level and vibra-
tion- ree sur ace in order to a oid the LCD display from
falling.
ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS
•The LCD display can be operated most reliably at ambient
temperatures between +41°F and +95°F (5° C to 35° C)
and at a relati e humidity between 20% and 85% (without
condensation).
•When switched off, the monitor can be stored most reliably
between -4°F and +140°F (-20° C - +60° C), up to the
maximum height of 39,000 ft (12,000 m) abo e sea le el at a
relati e humidity between 10% and 85% (without condensa-
tion).
•After transporting your LCD display please wait until it has
assumed the ambient temperature before connecting and
switching it on. Extremely high ariations in the tempera-
ture or humidity may result in condensation forming on
the inside of the LCD display which could cause an electri-
cal short-circuit.
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CONNECTING
Obser e the following instructions to connect your LCD display
properly:
POWER SUPPLY
•Do not open the power supply housing. An open
housing presents a lethal hazard from electrical
shock. There are no parts inside to be cleaned or
ser iced.
•Operate your LCD display only with grounded outlets with AC 100-
240V~/ 50-60 Hz. If you are not sure about the power supply at
your location, check with your power company.
•Use only the power supply and power connection cable provided.
•For additional safety we recommend use of a surge protector to
protect your LCD display from damage resulting from voltage
surges or lightning.
•To remo e the LCD display from the power supply, disconnect
the plug from the AC outlet.
•The power outlet must be in the icinity of your LCD display and
within reach of the power cables. DO NOT stretch the power
cables tightly to reach a power outlet.
•You should arrange the LCD display cables in a manner that no
one can trip o er or step on them.
•To a oid damage of cable do not place any objects or urni-
ture on the cable.
•You can adjust your LCD display a maximum o about 5°
downward and a maximal 20° upward.
If you attempt to force the display further, you may damage your
display.
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STANDARDS/ELECTRO-MAGNETIC COMPATIBILITY
Your display fulfils the requirements for electro-magnetic compatibility
and electrical safety specified in the following standards:
EN 55022, EN 55024, EN 60950, EN 61000-3-2, EN 61000-3-3
•When connecting ensure that Guidelines for Electro-Magnetic Com-
patibility (EMC) are obser ed.
•Pro ide a space of at least three feet from high- requency and
magnetic sources o inter erence (tele ision sets, loudspeakers,
mobile telephones, etc.) in order to a oid malfunctions.
ERGONOMICS
•This display complies with all rele ant regulations such as DIN EN ISO
9241-3, DIN EN ISO 9241-7 and DIN EN ISO 9241-8.
•For ergonomic reasons we suggest not to use dark text with a blue
background. This would cause bad readability and would increase eye
strain.
•While working with display you should take breaks periodically to
a oid tension and fatigue.
•In order to protect your eyes and to create a pleasant working area you
should avoid glare, re lections and strong contrasts on the screen.
ELECTRICAL SAFETY
EN 60950 Safety of information technology equipment.
•The connection of de ices is limited to equipment that complies with
EN60950 “Safety of information technology equipment” or EN60065
“Audio, ideo and similar electronic apparatus. Safety require-
ments”
TRANSPORT AND RECYCLING
•Keep the original packaging and use it to protect the LCD display
during transport or storage.
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PRECAUTIONS
Caution! There are no parts which can be serviced
or cleaned inside of the monitor housing.
You can increase the life of your LCD display by taking the follow-
ing precautions:
•Before cleaning always disconnect the power line and
all connection cables.
•Do not use any solvents, caustic or gaseous cleaning
agents.
•Clean the display with a soft, lint-free cloth.
•Ensure that no water droplets remain on the screen. Water
can cause permanent discoloration.
•Do not expose the screen to bright sunlight or ultraviolet
radiation.
IMPORTANT ADDITIONAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
When using any electronic equipment, basic safety precautions should al-
ways be taken. Following the guidelines below can reduce the risk of fire,
electric shock and injury to person:
•Do not use this product near water (e.g., near a bathtub, wash
bowl, kitchen sink or laundry tub, in a wet basement or near a
swimming pool).
•A oid using a telephone/modem (other than a cordless type) dur-
ing an electrical storm. There may be a remote risk of electric
shock from lightning.
•Do not use the telephone/modem to report a gas leak in the icin-
ity of the leak.
•Use only the power cord indicated in this manual. Do not dispose
of batteries in a fire. They may explode. Check with local codes for
possible special disposal instructions.
•Keep batteries away from children at all times.
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2.
2.I INTRODUCTION NTRODUCTION
Thank you for purchasing our LCD Multi-display. We thank you for
your confidence in our products and are pleased to greet you as a
new customer.
We focused on great features, ease of use and reliability in manu-
facturing your LCD display.
SERVICE
Your display comes with a one-year limited warranty and toll-free
customer support. Please see the limited warranty card included
with your display for details.
This manual contains a separate chapter on the subject of Trou-
bleshooting on page 41.
PERFORMANCE CHARACTERISTICS
Advantages in relation to CRT (cathode ray tube) displays:
Less space required
Lower weight
Power sa ings
High image quality
WXGA standard: resolution up to 1280 x 768
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Further eatures
The LCD display is a plug and play de ice which is automati-
cally recognized by your operating system.
The power management fulfills the VESA DPMS standard. Dur-
ing idle times (OFF mode) the power consumption is automati-
cally reduced by up to 95%.
The terminals include Tuner recei ing terminal, PC Input,
SCART (Video & RGB), Video, S-Video and Component
(YCbCr / YPbPr) Input.
Rotate and tilt features for optimizing the iewing position.
Easy-to-use remote control.
Easy-to-use on-screen menu system
PIP, picture in picture, double screen: PC display(Main) and
Video display (Sub) on the same screen.
Normal, Panscan, Zoom and Full screen format a ailable by
pressing ARC button.
Headphone socket for pri ate listening.
Built-in,dual channel speakers.
A built-in NICAM/IGR sound decoder for stereo and bilingual
listening.
Automatic programming system (A.P.S.) .
A sleep timer.
Child lock function.
Full function Teletext.
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INCLUDED EQUIPMENT
Please make sure the following items are included with your LCD
Display. Notify us within 14 days after purchase if it is not
complete. With your LCD Display you recei e:
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User’s Manual
Remote Control &
Batteries(AAA X2)
Cable Clamp (One
big, two small)
Scart CableAC Cord
Video Cable S-Video Cable Audio Cable
PC audio Cable
15 Pin D-sub
Signal Cable Antenna Cable

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3.CONNECTING ONNECTING E EXTERNAL XTERNAL D DEVICES EVICES
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SCART
VIDEO
S-VIDEO
CV (Y/Pb/Pr)
POWER IN

Note:
Audio out L/R:The le el of audio output cannot be changed using the olume,
treble, and bass controls on your display. This connector should
be used with an external audio amplifier that can be used to
control the olume.
VCR Recording:The main display must set to TV mode in order to use the audio
and ideo output to record a programme using a VCR.
PIP sound :When using the PIP feature in PC mode, to hear the Sub display
sound you must set the sound to “SUB“?
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D-SUB
PC AUDIO IN
HEAD PHONE
AUDIO IN 1 / OUT(R/L)
AUDIO IN 2
TV IN
PC
HEAD PHONE
SPEAKERS
DVD PLAYER
ANTENNA

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4.CONTROLS ONTROLS AND AND LOCATION LOCATION
These buttons control your display’s basic features, including the
on-screen menu.To use the more ad anced features, you must
use the remote control.
POWER : turn on or turn off the LCD display.
SOURCE : select input source (PC, TV, SCART Video/
SCART RGB, Video, S-Video, Component).
MENU : display the main menu.
CHANNEL (down/up) : change channels.
VOLUME (-/+) : turn up or turn down the olume.
ASPECT RATIO : set up the display (Normal, Panscan, Zoom or
Full.)
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Remote sensor window
Aim the remote control to-
wards this region on the LCD
dis lay.
Power indicator
A green indicator lights when the ower is
on and a red indicator lights when in the
standby mode (the indicator will not light
when the main ower is off).
ASPECT RATIO VOLUME( -/+ ) C ANNEL(down/up) MENU SOURCE POWER
Speaker Speaker

DISPLAY:Display the current source or programme digits.
5.
5.R REMOTE EMOTE C CONTROL ONTROL
The remote control pad works almost same as ordinary TV remote
control that includes the basic function needed while iewing a
li e ideo.
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SUMMARY OF CONTROL BUTTONS
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Selecting the Signal Source
TV
PC
SCART
VIDEO/S-V
COMPONENT
DISPLAY
Switch to the TV mode.
Switch to the PC mode.
Switch to the Video mode or RGB mode from SCART.
Switch to the Video mode from RCA socket or S-Video mode.
Switch to the Com onent mode (YPbPr or YCbCr).
Dis lay the current source.
Menu Setting
MENU/ENTER
UP/DOWN
VOL- / VOL+
EXIT
Dis lay the main on-screen menu or enter the next menu.
Press to select the item you want to adjust in the OSD menu.
Press to decrease or increase the value in the OSD control bar.
Exit from the menu.
Changing
Channels
P- / P+
0 ~ 9
DISPLAY
RTN
Press P- or P+ to change Programmes in TV mode or Teletext age in
TELETEXT mode.
To select rogrammes directly in TV mode.
Dis lay the current rogramme digits.
Press to return to the revious rogramme.
Sound Control
VOL+ / VOL-
MUTE
SOUND
Press to turn u or turn down the volume.
Press to switch the sound on or off.
Press to choose Stereo, Bilingual and Monaural broadcasts.
Teletext Control
TELETEXT
INDEX
HOLD
UPDATE
Press to show the Teletext Service. Press again to return to TV Viewing.
Press “ INDEX“ button to show the list of teletext contents.
Press “ HOLD“ button to sto the automatic age change.
Press “ UPDATE“ button to switch to TV while waiting for the next text age.

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REVEAL
EXPAND
SUB-PAGE/TIME
MENU
RTN
Press “REVEAL“ button to dis lay concealed information, such as
solutions of riddles or a quiz.
Press “EXPAND“ button to enlarge the to half or bottom half of the
Teletext age.
Press “SUB-PAGE/TIME“ button to access to the sub- age you
required.
Press to dis lay the Teletext subtitles directly in TELETEXT mode.
(Subtitle available or not de ends on broadcast.)
Press to return to the revious viewed Teletext age.
PIP Control g
ON / OFF
PIP Source
SIZE
POSITION
Press to watch one of the video sources on Sub-dis lay, whilst in
PC mode. Press again to turn off the Sub-dis lay.
Press to select the PIP window in ut source as :
Press ▲ button : TV→ SCART Video→SCART RGB→ Video→ S-
Video→ Com onent
Press ▼ button : Com onent→ S-Video → Video→ SCART RGB
→SCART Video→ TV
To make the PIP window double, large or small.
Press to move the PIP window to: To Left → To Right→
Bottom Right → Bottom Left → Re eat.
Other Function
RESET
ARC
APC
SLEEP
SUB-PAGE/TIME
Reset to the original factory settings, such as the Luminance/Contrast/
Color Tem .
Set the icture window to Normal(4:3) → Panscan→ Zoom→ Full
(16:9)
To select Clear,Dark, Nomal mode for icture control.
Press to select a reset time interval for automatic ower off .
Press “Sub-Page/Time“ To dis lay the digital clock in TV mode.
NOTE: When you set Main-dis lay at 1280x768/1024x768 resolution of PC mode and Sub-dis lay
YPbPr, the screen will a ear “Not Available“ You should reduce the PC resolution to 800 X
600 or 640 X 480. The PIP function will then work.

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6.A.P.S. F A.P.S. FIRST IRST T TIME IME I INSTALLATION NSTALLATION
1. After remo ing the LCD display packaging, ensure the product
is installed in a safe and well entilated position.
2. Insert two AAA type batteries into battery compartment on the
rear of the remote control.
3. Make sure the 75 ohm external aerial and AC cord are properly
connected.
4. Press the POWER button to switch the set on.
5. The Automatic Search menu will appear when switching on the
TV first time.
Automatic Search
6. Select Country with UP/DOWN button, then press MENU but-
ton repeatedly to select the country you are now located.
7. Select Language with UP/DOWN button, then press MENU but-
ton. Select a menu language with UP/DOWN button, press
MENU button, and the selected language will be highlighted.
Select EXIT to return to the pre ious screen.
8. Select Start with UP/DOWN button, then press MENU button
to start APS.The APS(Automatic Programming System) menu
will appear on the screen.
*To cancel APS,press the EXIT button.
9. After APS is finalised, the Programme List will appear on the
screen. You can rename, delect, insert or acces programmes wi-
thin the Programme List.(For details, see ”Programme List Set-
tings”.)
10.Use the number buttons to directly access the programme. For
example, to select programme 27, press ”2” then “7” .The TV
will change programme when you press the second number.You
can also press P-/P+ button on remote control to change pro-
grammes.
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Country
Language
Start
Exit
APS RUNNING PLEASE WAIT