Maxent MX-26X3 User manual

Owners Manual
LCD Flat Panel
26”/32 LCD Monitor

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Important Safety Instructions
WARNING
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
WARNING: To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not remove the front or back covers.
No user-serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to qualified service personnel only.
The lightning flash with arrow-head
within a triangle is intended to inform
the user that parts inside the product
are a risk of electric shock.
The exclamation point within a triangle
is intended to tell the user that important
operating and servicing instructions are
explained.
Warnings & Precautions
To prevent damage which may result in fire or shock hazard, do not expose this product to rain or moisture.
To prevent electric shock, do not remove cover. No user serviceable parts are inside. Refer servicing to
qualified service personnel only.
Keep display away from excessive dust, high temperature, moisture or direct sunlight.
Use in a well-ventilated area and do not cover ventilation openings.
Unauthorized modifications to this equipment or usage of an unshielded connecting cable may cause
excessiveinterference.
When the display is not in use, disconnect it from the electric outlet.
If the picture displayed is in any way abnormal, turn off the unit and disconnect it from the electric outlet.
Verify your signal wire connections and reconnect the display to the electric outlet.
Do not place this product on an unstable cart, stand or table. The product may fall, causing serious
damage.
Do not place the unit on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surfaces.
Never place the unit near or over a radiator or heat source.
Do not install unit in an enclosed area unless proper ventilation is provided.
The unit should be operated from the type of power source indicated on the label. If the type of available
power is unknown, consult your dealer or local power company.
The unit is equipped with a 3-pin grounded plug. The plug will only fit into a grounded power outlet. This is a
safety feature. If you are unable to insert the plug into the outlet, contact your electrician. Do not alter this
plug as this will defeat the safety feature. Power cord not lighter than H05VV-F, 3G, 0.75mm2shall be used.
Do not rest objects on the power cord & avoid placing power cord near high traffic areas.
Do not overload wall outlets and extension cords as this can result in a risk of fire or electric shock.
Unplug the display from the electric outlet and disconnect the antenna/cable TV system during a lightning
storm or when left unused for long periods of time. This will prevent damage to the display caused by
lightning and power-line surges.
Avoid overhead power lines. An outdoor antenna system should not be placed in the vicinity of overhead
power lines, electric lights, or power circuits. When installing an outdoor antenna, be careful to not touch
any power lines or circuits as contact with these lines can be fatal.
Do not insert any foreign objects through the ventilation openings to the display. It may touch dangerous
voltage points or damage parts.
Special Notices
Certain programs may be copyrighted and any unauthorized recording in whole or in part may be in violation
of copyright laws in the U.S. and Canada.
FCC/CSA regulations state that any unauthorized modifications to this display may void user authority to
operate it.

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Important Safety Instructions
If an outdoor antenna or cable system is connected to the display, be sure the antenna or cable system is
grounded to provide some protection against voltage surges and static charge buildups. Section 810 of the
National Electrical Code,ANSI/NFPANo.70-1984, provides information about proper grounding of the mast
and supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in wire to an antenna discharge unit, size of grounding
conductors, location of antenna discharge unit, connection to grounding electrodes, and requirements for the
groundingelectrode.
If this display is equipped with separate speakers, please remove the speakers prior to moving the display.
Moving the display with the speakers attached may cause damage or injury.
Disconnect the unit from the main supply and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the follow-
ing conditions:
-Power cord or plug is damaged or frayed.
-Liquid has been spilled into the product and/or the unit has been exposed to water or moisture.
-Unit does not operate normally when the operating instructions are not followed. Adjust only those
controls that are covered by the operating instructions, improper adjustment of other controls may result
in damage which often requires extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the unit to normal
operation.
-Unit has been dropped or the cabinet has been damaged.
-Unit exhibits a distinct change in performance, indicating a need for service.
Cleaning & Maintenance
Disconnect from the electric outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners. Use only a slightly
damp cloth for cleaning.
Special Warranty Information
Cell Defects
Although the display panels are produced with more than 99% percent active cells, there may be some cells
that do not produce light or remain lit. This is considered normal and not a manufacturer defect.

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Regulatory Notice
FCC Statement
The Federal Communications Commission Radio Frequency Interference Statement includes the following
warning:
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 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 receptions, 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
followingmeasures:
-Reorient or relocate 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 the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Warning
User must use shielded signal interface cables to maintain FCC compliance for the product. Provided with this
display is a detachable power supply cord with IEC320 style terminations. It may be suitable for connection to
any UL Listed personal computer with similar configuration. Before making the connection, make sure the
voltage rating of the computer convenience outlet is the same as the monitor and that the ampere rating
of the computer convenience outlet is equal to or exceeds the monitor voltage rating. For 120 Volt applications,
use only UL Listed detachable power cord with NEMA configuration 5-15P type (parallel blades) plug cap. For
240 Volt applications use only UL Listed Detachable power supply cord withNEMAconfiguration 6015P type
(tandem blades) plug cap.
IC Compliance Notice
This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment Regula-
tions of ICES-003.
Cet appareil Numerique de classe B respecte toutes les exigences du Reglemont NMB-03 sur les equipements
produisant des interferences au Canada.
Notice de Conformit IC
Cet appareil numerique de classe B respecte toutes les exigences du Reglement ICES-003 sur les equipements
produisant des interferences au Canada.

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Table of Contents
Important Safety Instructions ...................................................................................................................2
Special Notices.................................................................................................................................2
Warnings & Precautions ...................................................................................................................2
Cleaning & Maintenance ...................................................................................................................3
Special Warranty Info........................................................................................................................3
RegulatoryNotice ....................................................................................................................................4
Getting to Know YourDisplay ..................................................................................................................7
Package Contents ............................................................................................................................8
Front Panel Controls .........................................................................................................................9
Rear Panel Connections ...................................................................................................................10
RemoteControl.................................................................................................................................11
Display Connections ...............................................................................................................................13
ConnectingTV or CATV ....................................................................................................................14
Connecting a VCR ............................................................................................................................14
Connecting aDVD .............................................................................................................................15
Connecting a Set-Top Box ................................................................................................................ 17
ExternalAudio Connections ..............................................................................................................18
Connectinga Subwoofer ................................................................................................................... 19
Connecting a PC ..............................................................................................................................19
RS-232Connection...........................................................................................................................22
Basic Operations.....................................................................................................................................25
PoweringOn/Off................................................................................................................................26
ChangingInputs ................................................................................................................................26
VolumeAdjustment...........................................................................................................................27
On-ScreenDisplay Menu ..................................................................................................................28
On-Screen StatusDisplay.................................................................................................................29
UnderstandingWidescreen Modes .................................................................................................... 30
ChangingAspect Ratios....................................................................................................................31
Picture Controls ......................................................................................................................................33
Adjusting Picture Settings ................................................................................................................34
Picture-in-Picture / Side-by-Side Picture...........................................................................................36
Selecting Color Temperature .............................................................................................................40
Adjusting Screen Size ...................................................................................................................... 40
Fine Tuning RGB Mode.....................................................................................................................42
Sound Controls .......................................................................................................................................43
Adjusting Sound Settings .................................................................................................................44
Using Surround Sound ...................................................................................................................... 46
Using BBE Sound.............................................................................................................................46
Built-inAmplification (Speaker).......................................................................................................... 47
Using an External Subwoofer ............................................................................................................48
Fixed / Variable Audio Output ...........................................................................................................48
AdvancedFunctions ................................................................................................................................49
SleepTimer ......................................................................................................................................50
OSDMenu Language ........................................................................................................................51
Power SaveMode .............................................................................................................................52
System Passcode ............................................................................................................................ 52
InformationDisplay............................................................................................................................ 54
TV Functions...........................................................................................................................................55
MemorizingChannels .......................................................................................................................56
On-Screen StatusDisplay (TV Mode) ...............................................................................................58
Blue Back .........................................................................................................................................59

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Table of Contents
ChangingChannels ...........................................................................................................................59
MTS .................................................................................................................................................60
ClosedCaptioning .............................................................................................................................61
V-Chip...............................................................................................................................................62
FavoriteChannelProgramming ..........................................................................................................65
Quick View .......................................................................................................................................66
ChannelLock....................................................................................................................................66
UnderstandingHDTV .........................................................................................................................68
Appendix.................................................................................................................................................71
Troubleshooting ................................................................................................................................72
Wall Mount Instructions ....................................................................................................................73
Specifications ...................................................................................................................................75
Index ................................................................................................................................................81

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Getting to Know
Your Display
Flat Panel Monitor

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Getting to Know Your Display
Package Contents
Flat Panel Display RemoteControl Batteries
UserManual WarrantyCard
26"/32" LCD Moitor
AC Power Cord

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Getting to Know Your Display
Status LED
Not Illuminated - No AC Power detected
If the main power switch (rear of panel) is turned off,
this LED will not illuminate.
Orange - Standby (Power OFF) with AC power
detected
The LEDwill illuminate in orange color if the monitor
is shut-off but the main power cord is plugged into
the back of the unit.
Solid Green - Power ON
Power (Standby) Button
Turns power on/off from standby mode. There is a
wait period between on/off cycles.
Volume Adjustment Buttons
Use these buttons to adjust volume up and down.
These keys also serve as navigation and adjust-
ment keys when On ScreenDisplay menu is
engaged.
Select Buttons
Use these buttons to navigate through the the On
ScreenDisplay menu and these buttons also
function as Channel Up/Down.
Menu Button
Use this button to engage the On Screen Display
menu.
Input Button
Use this button to switch between available inputs.
Front Panel Controls

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Rear Panel Connections
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Composite / S-Video Inputs
Connect Composite or S-Video signals from
external sources such VCRs orDVDplayers.
Component Video Inputs
Auto-detecting component video inputs (Y/Pb/Pr or
Y/Cb/Cr) for connecting to the component output
jacks of aDVDplayer or Set-Top Box.
Audio Output
Variable or fixed audio output jacks for connecting
to an external audio amplifier.
Subwoofer Output
Variable or fixed low-frequency audio output jack for
connecting to an external amplified subwoofer.
Antenna Jack
Connect to TV or CATV antenna.
RGB Input
Connect to RGB output of computer or Set-Top box.
RS-232 Connector
Connect to a computer serial port.
Digital DVI Inputs
Connects to the digital video signals
from a set top box or PC.
RGB Output
Connect to another computer monitor for daisy
chaining applications.
Getting to Know Your Display

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Getting to Know Your Display
Remote Control
Standby Power On/Off
Push this button to turn on the monitor from Standby
mode. Push it again to turn off to Standby mode.
Number Keypad
Use number keypad to select the TV channel you want to
watch.
Sound Mute On/Off
QuickView
Use QuickView key to recall the last TVchannel watched.
(See Page 66)
Volume +/-
Turns volume up or down.
Channel UP/DOWN
Change TV channels sequentially by pressing +/-.
Menu
Engages the OSD menu.
Recall
Recalls default picture settings. (See Page 34)
Display
Press to show the status of the monitor. (See Page 29)
Favorite Channel
RecallsTV channels programmed using favorite channel
memory.
(See Page 65)
Input Select
Press to select input signal modes sequentially. (See
Page26)
PIP (Picture-in-Picture Button)
Turns on PIP(Picture-in-Picture) mode and POP(Side-by-
Side) picture mode. (See Page 36)
PIP/POP Source
Changes the input source of the PIP or POP sub-window.
(See Page 37)
PIP Position
This key changes the PIP sub-window to 4 different corner
locations. (See Page 38)
Swap
This key is not available to this monitor.
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Remote Control
MTS Stereo
Engages MTS stereo reception for TV. (See Page 60)
Closed Captioning
Turns on Closed Caption Mode. (See Page 61)
Sub-Picture Channel UP/DOWN
V-Chip
Engages V-Chip protection circuitry settings. (See Page
62)
Smart ID
Engages Smart ID menu.(See Page )
WIDE
Toggles between various aspect ratio settings. (See Page
31)
CH ADD/SKIP
Engages add channel or skip channel settings
Fav. Set
Engages Favorite Channel Setup Menu. (See Page 65 )
Channel Lock
Engages Favorite channel Setup Menu.
Quick Access Menu
Engages Quick Access Menu.(See Page )
Discrete Power ON/OFF
Press OFF to send monitor into standby mode. Press
ONto power on from standby mode.
Direct Input Selection Keys
Directly change input signal selection by pressing the
appropriate key.
Getting to Know Your Display
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Battary Installation

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Display
Connections
Flat Panel Monitor

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Using Composite Input
Display Connections
Connecting TV or CATV
Connecting to TV or Cable TV
Connecting a VCR
Using S-Video Input
Connect the RF cable from the antenna or cable
socket to the RF connector labeled as TV on
the back of the monitor.
Connect the red (R) and white (L) audio jacks
from the VCR to the (R) and (L) audio-in jacks
located next to the S-Video connector.
Note:
There are two sets of S-Video inputs
provided.
Connect the S-Video (4-pinDIN) connector from
the VCR to the S-Video input on the back of
monitor.
Connect the yellow (video) out connector from
the VCR to the yellow video input on the back of
monitor.
Connect the red (R) and white (L) audio-out
jacks from the VCR to the R and L audio-in
jacks located next to the yellow Video
connector.
Note:
There are two sets of composite inputs
provided.

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Display Connections
Using TV Input
-
Connecting a DVD
Using Component Video Input
There are two sets of component video inputs provided. You can use either set of component inputs to connect
your DVD.
-
Connect the output to TV (RF out or Antenna
out) connector from the VCR to the TV input on
the back of monitor.
Notes:
Cable must be connected from wall/cable
box into the VCRs antenna (RF) input.
Connect the green-colored (labeled as Y) jack
from the DVD to the green-colored jack of the
monitor.
Connect the red-colored (labed as PRor CR)
jack from theDVDto the red-colored PR/CRjack
of the monitor.
Connect the blue-colored (labed as PBor CB)
jack from theDVDto the blue-colored PB/CBjack
of the monitor.
Connect the red (R) and white (L) audio jacks
from the DVD to the R and L audio-in jacks
located next to the PR/CRconnector.

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Display Connections
DVD PLAYER
DVD PLAYER
Using S-Video Input
Connect the red (R) and white (L) audio jacks
from the DVD to the (R) and (L) audio-in jacks
located next to the S-Video connector.
Note:
There are two sets of S-Video inputs
provided.
Connect the S-Video (4-pin DIN) connector from
the DVD to the S-Video input on the back of
monitor.
Using Composite Input
Connecting a DVD (con’t)
Connect the yellow (video) out connector from
theDVD to the yellow video input on the back of
monitor.
Connect the red (R) and white (L) audio-out
jacks from the DVDto the R and L audio-in jacks
located next to the yellow Video connector.
Note:
There are two sets of composite inputs
provided.

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Display Connections
HDTE SET-TOP BOX
Using RGB Input
-
Connecting a Set-Top Box
Using Component Video Input
There are two sets of component video inputs provided. You can use either set of component inputs to connect
your STB. Some HDTV Set top boxes may not have a Component Video output. Instead, use RGB input
method.
Connect the green-colored (labeled as Y) jack
from the STB to the green-colored jack of the
monitor.
Connect the red-colored (labed as Pr or Cr) jack
from the STB to the red-colored Pr1/Cr1 jack of
the monitor.
Connect the blue-colored (labed as Pb or Cb)
jack from the STB to the blue-colored Pb1/Cb1
jack of the monitor.
Connect the red (R) and white (L) audio jacks
from the STB to the R and L audio-in jacks
located next to the Pr/Cr1 connector.
Connect the 15-pin D-Sub RGB connector from
the back of the HDTV set top box to the RGB-
IN Connector located on the back of the
monitor.
Connect the red (R) and white (L) audio-out
jacks from the HDTV set top box to the R and L
audio-in jacks located next to the RGB
connector.
Notes:
Some HDTV Set top boxes may not have a RGB output. Use Component Video input orDVI input
method if this is the case.
Upon connecting your HDTV set top box to the RGB input of the monitor,it may be necessary to
adjust various picture settings on the monitor to correctly match the output of the HDTV set top box.
This is caused by the different video timings set by various HDTV set top box manufacturers. (See
Page 40 for more information).

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Display Connections
External Audio Connections
Connecting to an External Amplifiers
Note:
The AUDIO OUT RCA jacks can be set to
either Fixed or Variable audio output levels.
(See Page 48 for more information)
This monitor can be connected to an external
amplifier using the AUDIO OUT jacks located
on the back of the monitor.
Connect the red (R) and white (L)AUDIO OUT
jacks from right side of the connector panel to
the external amplifier.
Using DVI Input
-
Connect the red (R) and white (L) audio-out
jacks from the HDTV set top box to the R and L
audio-in jacks located next to theDVI-D
connector.
Notes:
Some HDTV Set top boxes may not have aDVI output. Use Component Video input or RGB input
method if this is the case.
Upon connecting your HDTV set top box to the DVI input of the monitor, it may be necessary to adjust
various picture settings on the monitor to correctly match the output of the HDTV set top box. This is
caused by the different video timings set by various HDTV set top box manufacturers. (See Page 68
formore information).
Connect theDVI-Dconnector from the back of
the HDTV set top box to theDVI-INConnector
located on the back of the monitor.
Connecting a Set-Top Box (con’t)

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Display Connections
Connecting a Subwoofer
This monitor is equipped with a subwoofer output for connecting to an external amplified subwoofer.
Connecting a PC
Using RGB or DVI Video Input
Connect a RCA cable from the subwoofer’s
input to the subwoofer’s output jack on the
back of the monitor.
Notes:
The RCA subwoofer outputs frequencies
below120Hz.
The subwoofer output jack is governed by
FIXEDor VARIABLE audio output setting
and works in conjunction with AUDIO OUT
jacks.
Connect the red (R) and white (L) audio jacks
from the PC to the R and L jacks located next
to the RGB connector. If you are using aDVI
interface, simply connect the (R) and (L) audio
jacks to the R and Ljacks located next to the
DVI connector.
For most PCs, connect the 15-pin D-Sub RGB
connector from the back of the PC to the RGB-
INConnector located on the back of the
monitor. If you have a PC that is equipped with
aDVI (Digital Visual Interface), you may
connect the PCDVI connector from the back of
the PC to theDVI-INConnector located on the
back of the monitor.
Note:
A RGB loop-out labeled RGB Out will allow
another RGB monitor to be connected. The RGB
loop-out will display the same signal as the RGB
In signal source.

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Display Connections
Connecting a PC (con’t)
Setting Up Your Monitor Using Plug and Play
This monitor adheres to VESA Plug and Play standard to eliminate complicated and time consuming setup of
monitors. This monitor identifies itself to the computer and automatically sends the PC its Extended Display
Identification Data (EDID) using Display Data Channel (DDC) protocols.
How to Set up Your PC for Use with Monitor (Windows)
The display settings for a typical Windows-based computer are shown below; however, actual screens on your
computer will differ depending on the version of Windows and video card equipped with the computer. Even
though the actual screen may look different from example displayed below, basic set-up routine will apply in
most cases.
Go to Window’s CONTROLPANEL by clicking:
START, SETTINGS, CONTROLPANEL. The
CONTROL PANEL Window is displayed. Select
theDISPLAY icon from this window.
TheDISPLAY PROPERTIES dialog box is
displayed. Select the SETTINGS tab to display
your computer’s video output settings.
Set the “Screen Resolution” settings to 640x480
PIXELS. For COLOR QUALITY, select 24 BIT
COLOR (might also be expressed as 16 million
colors).
If a vertical-frequency option exists, set the value to
60 or 60 Hz.
Click OK to complete the setting.
Note:
Both screen position and size will vary, depending on the type of PC graphics card and its resolution
selected. To adjust position and size, refer to Page 40.