Goodmans X-Pro GLCD15M2 User manual

GLCD15M2/GLCD17M
15” / 17” MONITOR
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
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Contents
Introduction ................................................................................................................................. 3
Features ......................................................................................................................................... 3
For safe use of this product ........................................................................................................... 4
Installation ................................................................................................................................... 5
Unpacking the Display .................................................................................................................. 5
Locations and Functions of Controls ............................................................................................ 5
Making the Connections ............................................................................................................... 6
Using The Display ....................................................................................................................... 8
Turning the Display On and Off ................................................................................................... 8
Setting the Video Mode (PC only) ................................................................................................ 9
Setting the Refresh Rate (PC only) ............................................................................................... 9
Minimizing Power Consumption (PC only) ................................................................................. 9
Caring for and Cleaning the Display ........................................................................................... 10
Adjusting The Display ............................................................................................................... 11
Function of Control Buttons ........................................................................................................ 11
Displaying the OSD “Main Menu” (Only for PC mode) ............................................................. 11
Selecting Items in the OSD Menu ............................................................................................... 12
Making Adjustments Via the OSD Menu ................................................................................... 13
Colour Menu: Adjusting Contrast ........................................................................................ 13
Adjusting Brightness ........................................................................... 13
Adjusting Gamma Correct .................................................................. 14
Adjusting Colour Temp. ...................................................................... 14
Adjusting Colour Adjust ..................................................................... 15
Factory Reset Setting .......................................................................... 15
Picture Menu: ....................................................................................................................... 16
Displaying the OSD “Set up Menu” (For AV mode, S-Video mode) ......................................... 17
Selecting Items in OSD “Set up Menu” ...................................................................................... 18
Making Adjustments Via the OSD Menu ................................................................................... 18
Direct-key Function Access using the Left or Right Buttons ..................................................... 18
Troubleshooting ......................................................................................................................... 19
Technical Information .............................................................................................................. 20
Display Information .................................................................................................................... 20
Video Modes ............................................................................................................................... 21
Unknown Video Modes .............................................................................................................. 22
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Introduction
This latest LCD monitor has a 15-inch/17-inch active matrix TFT (thin film transistor) liquid crystal
display module. It can be used with set top boxes. DVD players, VCR’s and also windows based
PC’s.
Features
Important features include:
 Automatic configuration to the PC video settings with maximum XGA (15” 1024*768) /
SXGA (17” 1280*1024) resolution.
 Five control buttons plus OSD (on-screen display) for monitor settings adjustment and
configuration with ease and instant feedback.
 Supports analogue video input for direct and immediate replacement of CRT displays.
 Supports composite video input for TV signal.
 Built-in speakers.
 Anti-glare coating on the panel to reduce the reflection of ambient light.
 Flicker-free performance across all recommended video modes.
 Support for high refresh rates up to 75 Hz for PC use.
 VESA DDC2B Plug-and-Display compliant.
 Power-saving feature that is compatible with Microsoft® Windows.
 Compliance with Swedish MPR II guidelines for reduced electromagnetic emissions.
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For Safe use of this product
For safe use and the protection of the monitor, please follow these precautions:
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Warning
To completely disconnect power from the display,
you must remove the power cord from the wall outlet
and then remove the power cable from the disp
lay.
 Use only the factory-supplied power adaptor shipped with the monitor.
 To prevent electrical shock, do not disassemble the display. The cover should be removed only
by qualified service personnel.
 Do not cover the air vents.
 To avoid the risk of damage to the display and electrical shock, do not expose the display to
rain or moisture.
If any of the following conditions occur, unplug the display and contact qualified service personnel:
 The power cord or plug is frayed or damaged.
 Liquid has been spilled into the display.
 The display has been exposed to rain or water.
 The display does not operate correctly when the operating instructions are followed.
 The display has been dropped or the cabinet has been damaged.

Installation
Please follow the instructions in this chapter to install the LCD Monitor.
Note: Before connecting the display, first read through the instructions in this
chapter and the safety precautions on the previous page.
Unpacking the Display
When unpacking the display, make sure that the following items are present:
 The LCD monitor
 AC power adapter with attached DC power cable.
 Power cord with 3 pin mains plug
 Scart video signal cable
Note: Place the display on a flat, sturdy surface. Choose an area free from excessive
heat, moisture, and sunlight.
Locations and Functions of Controls
There are five control buttons and one power button on the front panel of the display, as well as an
LED indicator for power status indication.
○
1Power button
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2Menu/Exit button
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3Mode/Enter button
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4Auto button
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5Right navigation button
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6Left navigation button
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The power button is located on the lower right of the panel.
The functions of the five control buttons, which are located on the front panel of the display, are
described as below:
Button Function Description
Menu/Exit
(1) PC or PC+AV: Launches the OSD menu.
(2) OSD exit.
(3) Volume display cancel
Mode/Enter
(1) Scrolls the OSD menu.
(2) Selects an option
(3) mode change (PC mode, AV mode, S-video mode)
Auto Automatically adjusts the clock, phase, H-position and V-position values to the
most optimal setting. Use full screen when enabling this function.
Right (X)
(1) Item selection move upward or user-adjustable value increasing. (In OSD
menu)
(2) Adjusts the volume up. (Direct-key function)
Left (W)
(1) Item selection move downward, user-adjustable value decreasing (in OSD
menu)
(2) Adjusts the volume down. (Direct-key function)
Making the Connections
Before connecting any cables, make sure that the device being connected and the display are turned
off.
To connect the power and video signal cables:
1. Locate the AC power adapter with attached DC power cable.
2. Connect the power cable to the DC input socket on the rear of the display (“DC IN“ as shown
below).
3. Plug the three-pin power cord into a power outlet, and plug the other end into the socket on the
AC power adapter.
SET TOP BOX
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When using with a PC:
4. Plug the analogue video signal cable into the Analogue Video Input port on the back of the
display (“VGA IN“ as shown above).
5. Connect the other end of the video cable into the computer’s video port.
(Please check the computer’s documentation if you’re not sure where the port is located.)
Note: For best display performance, it is strongly recommended that Auto Setup be used to
automatically configure the display’s settings (only for Analogue input).
Connecting a set top box / DVD players:
6. Locate the scart to composite video/audio cable.
7. Insert the scart plug into the scart socket of the set top box / DVD player.
8. Connect the RCA plug (Yellow) to the composite video in socket on the rear of the panel.
9. Connect the RCA plugs (Red, White) for the audio to the sockets on the rear of the panel.
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Using The Display
Turning the Display On and Off
Use the power button located at the lower right side of the front panel to turn the display on and off.
When the display is on, the LED near the Power button is illuminated. The indicator will illuminate
green when the display is active and amber when the display is in reduced power mode. (PC only)
Warning
To completely disconnect power from the displa
y
,
you must remove the power cord from the wall outlet
and then remove the power cable from the disp
lay.
Note: For PC use only.
If the PC supplies power saving signals to the display, the display’s power management features
reduce power consumption to low levels when the PC goes into its power-saving mode. See
“ Minimizing Power Consumption “ on page 9 for more information.
If the PC doesn’t use industry standard power-save signaling techniques, power consumption can be
reduced by turning off the display when not in use.
Note: Because of the technology used in LCD panels, screen savers will not prolong the life of
the display. So if the display will not be used for an extended period, ensure it is switched
off.
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Setting the Video Mode (PC only)
Since the inherent format of this display is 1024 pixels by 768 lines for 15” monitor and 1280 pixels
by 1024 lines for 17” monitor, the display will perform best when a PC is set to a screen resolution
of 1024 x 768 for 15” monitor and 1280 x 1024 for 17” monitor. If using a lower resolution (such as
640 x 480), the image is expanded to fill the screen.
The display supports many common video modes, as shown in “ Video Modes “ on page 21 Check
the documentation supplied with the PC and video adapter card to find out which modes they
support.
To check the video mode of the PC, please check the Windows’ settings feature.
Setting the Refresh Rate (PC only)
The image refresh rate is the number of times per second that the image is refreshed; it is also
known as the vertical frequency.
On standard CRT displays, the highest possible refresh rate supported by your PC at the current
screen resolution should be used. This is necessary to avoid screen flickering and to minimize
eyestrain. However, with an LCD Monitor, flicker is not an issue. It is flicker-free at all supported
refresh rates.
The table in “ Video Mode “ on page 21 shows the image refresh rates supported by the display at
different screen resolution. Although this LCD monitor supports up to 75 Hz for analogue video
input, we recommend that is used at 75 Hz refresh rate for best performance.
To set the refresh rate with standard Windows installation, follow the steps mentioned in the
Windows’ or graphic card’s user’s manual.
Minimizing Power Consumption (PC only)
Many PCs support industry standard power-save signaling techniques. Power management features
reduce the display’s power consumption after a period of keyboard inactivity.
When the display is in a power-saving mode, the screen is blank and the power indicator is amber.
Pressing a key on the keyboard or moving the mouse restores the image in several seconds. Consult
the PC documentation for information about setting the power-saving modes.
The display accepts the signals for the three standard power-saving modes―Standby, Suspend, and
Sleep. For any of these conditions, the display will go into Sleep mode.
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Caring for and Cleaning the Display
To maximize screen life and prevent damage to the LCD panel, we recommend to:
 Use the display power management system (if available on the PC).
 If a power management system is not used, turn off the display when it won’t be used for an
extended period.
 Don’t press, rub, or poke the display with fingers or other objects.
 Handle the display with care.
The LCD module is a high-quality optical device that requires special care when cleaning.
Warning
Don’t use liquid, aerosol, or abrasive cleanin
g
solutions to clean the screen.
To clean the screen:
1. Turn off and unplug the display.
2. Gently dust the screen with a dry, soft, line-free cloth.
Note: If the screen is still dirty, a dampened cloth with several drops of distilled water can be used.
Make sure the LCD panel is completely dry before turning back on.
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