Microtek 815C User manual

USER'S MANUAL
www.microtek.com
HIGH RESOLUTION WITH SUPER- WIDE VIEWING ANGLE
18"

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Table of Contents
Safety Declaration
FCC Compliance Statement iii
Radio Frequency Interference Statement iv
CanadianDOCNotice v
Chapter 1
Introduction 1
Precautions 1
Product Features 1
Unpacking 2
Specifications 3
Supported Timing 4
Cleaning 5
Chapter 2
InstallingtheMonitoe 6
Connecting the Monitor 7
Adjusting the Viewing Angle 8
Chapter 3
OperatingtheMonitor 9
How to Use the OSD 10
Structure of OSD Menus 10
Operating Procedure 10

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MenuTable 11
Troubleshooting Procedures 13
ForYourSafety 15

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FCC Compliance Statement
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.
FCC 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 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:
•Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
•Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver.
•Connect the equipment into an outlet different from that to which
the receiver is connected.

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•Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Caution:
To comply with the limits for an FCC Class B computing device, always use
the shielded signal cord supplied with this unit.
The Federal Communications Commission warns that changes or
modifications of the unit not expressly approved by the party responsible
for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
CE mark for Class B ITE (Following European standard
EN55022/1998; EN61000-3-2/1995; EN61000-3-3/1995, EN55024/1998,
EN60950/1992+A1+A2+A3+A4+A11)
Radio Frequency Interference Statement
Warning:
This is a Class B product. In a domestic environment, this product may
cause radio interference in which case the user may be required to take
adequate measures.

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Canadian Doc Notice
For Class B Computing Devices
This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise
emissions from digital apparatus as set out in the Radio Interference
Regulation of the Canadian Department of Communications.
“Le présent appareil numérique n’èmet pas de bruits radioélectriques
dépassant les limites applicables aux appareils numériques de la class B
prescrites dans le Règlement sur le brouillage radioélectrique édicté par le
ministère des Communications du Canada.”
ENERGY STAR
This product meets the Energy Star guidelines for energy efficiency.
TCO’99
Congratulations! You have just purchased a TCO’99 approved and labeled
products. Your choice has provided you with a product developed for
professional use. Your purchase has also contributed to reducing the
burden on the environment and also to the further development of
environmentally adapted electronics products.

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Chapter 1
Introduction
Precautions
zRead all of these warnings and save the manual for later use.
zFollow all warning and instructions on the product.
zDo not cover or block the vent holes in the case.
zDo not insert sharp objects or spill liquid into the LCD monitor through the
cabinet slots; this may cause accidental fire, electric shock or failure.
zDisconnect the power plug from the AC outlet if you will not use it for an
extended period of time.
zDo not attempt to service this product yourself, as opening or removing covers
may expose you to dangerous voltage points or other risks.
zDo not touch the screen directly with your fingers you may damage the screen,
and oil from your skin is difficult to remove.
zDo not apply pressure to screen, as the screen is very delicate.
zKeep the monitor away from extreme heat, cold or humid places.
zDo not place the monitor directly under sunlight, dusty surroundings, or near
equipment, which may generate strong magnetic fields.
Product Features
zSupport SXGA resolution of 1280x1024 pixels
zWide viewing angle
zWide tilting angle
zVESA DPMS-compliant power saving: automatically powers down the
monitor after a defined period of inactivity
zDigital Character Smoothing
zAutomatic Set-Up
zErgonomic Design: TCO Approved
zWindows 95/98/2000/XP Plug & Play Compliant
zVersatile, functional & User friendly OSD
zPlug & Play: Conform to the VESA standards and support DDC1/2B spec.

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Unpacking
Before unpacking your LCD Monitor, prepare a stable, level, and clean surface near a
wall outlet for your LCD Monitor.
1. Set the LCD Monitor box in an upright position and open from the top of the
box before removing the right/left cushions.
2. Remove the back cover from your monitor (pull from the bottom of cover to
open) to install your PC system.
Accessories
1 pc 1 pc 1 pc 1 pc 1 pc 1 pc
VGA Cable AC/DC Adaptor Power Cord Audio Cable User’s Manual DVI Cable
(Dual Model)
Remember to save your original box and packaging material in case you
need to transport or ship the monitor.

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Specifications
LCD type 18” SXGA Color TFT
Display Area 14.1 x 11.2 in. (357.1 x 285.7 mm)
Input signal Analog (0.7Vp-p/75 ohm positive)
Dot pitch 0.28mm
Scanning frequency (H) 31.5~79.97 KHz, (V) 56.3~75.02 Hz
Resolution 1280 x 1024
Display color 16.7M colors
Luminance 250 cd/m2
Contrast ratio 350:1
Response time 30 ms(Typ.)
Viewing angle (H) 160°/ (V) 160°
Control type OSD
Plug & Play VESA DDC 1/2B
Dimension (H x W x D) 17.6 x 16.7 x 7.3 in.( 447 x 424.2 x 185.4 mm)
Weight 12.9 lbs (5.86Kg)
Tilt -3 ~ 20 degrees (Upward)
Wall mount 75mm x 75mm (VESA Standard, Optional)
AC input AC 100V ~ 240V , 50/60Hz
Power management VESA DPMS
Power Consumption 50W Max (on)/5W (Power Saving off mode)
Regulatory compliance UL, FCC Class B, EPA Energy Star

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Supported Timing
Analog
Display Mode Horizontal
Frequency Vertical Frequency
31.5 KHz 60 Hz
640 x 480
37.5 KHz 75 Hz
VGA
720 x 400 31.5 KHz 70.1 Hz
35.2 KHz 56.3 Hz
37.9 KHz 60.3 Hz
46.9 KHz 75.0 Hz
SVGA 800 x 600
48.1 KHz 72.0 Hz
48.4 KHz 60.0 Hz
56.5 KHz 70.1 Hz
XGA 1024 x 768
60.0 KHz 75.0 Hz
63.98 KHz 60.02 Hz
VESA
SXGA 1280 x 1024
79.97 KHz 75.02 Hz
640 x 480 35.0 KHz 66.7 Hz
Macintosh VGA
832 x 624 49.7 KHz 74.6 Hz
MS-DOS 640 x 350 31.5 KHz 70.1 Hz

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Cleaning
WARNING
zIf you dropped any material or liquid such as water onto the monitor when
cleaning, unplug the power cable immediately and contact your dealer or
the nearest service center. Always make sure your hands are dry when
unplugging the power cable.
CAUTION
zFor safety reasons, turn-off the power switch and unplug the monitor
before cleaning.
zDo not scratch or rub the screen with a hard object.
zNever use any of the following solvents on the LCD monitor. Such harsh
chemicals may cause damage to the cabinet and the LCD screen.
Thinner Spray-type cleaner Benzene Wax Abrasive cleaner Acid or
Alkaline solvent
zRubbing the cabinet with products made of rubber or plastic for a long
period of time may cause degeneration or loss of paint on the cabinet.
Cabinet
zRemove dirt with a lightly moistened cloth and a mild solvent detergent.
Then wipe the cabinet with a soft dry cloth.
LCD
zPeriodic cleaning with a soft dry cloth is recommended.
zDo not use tissue to clean the screen. It may damage the LCD screen.

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Chapter 2
Installing the Monitor
zDO NOT install the monitor where sudden temperature changes may
occur, or in humid, dusty, or smoky areas as it may cause fire, electric
shock or damage.
zDO NOT place your LCD Monitor near a window as it may be severely
damaged if exposed to rain, water, moisture, or sunlight.
zMAINTAIN good ventilation; covering of ventilation slots or holes may
cause fire.
zPLACE the monitor at least 4” (or 10 cm) way from the walls
zSAFE storage temperature of the LCD Monitor is in a range of -20 to
+65ºC.

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Connecting the monitor
1. Turn off your PC and the LCD Monitor before connecting your LCD
monitor to the PC.
2. Use VGA cable to connect the VGA connector of the LCD Monitor to
the VGA port of the PC system. Make sure the cable head is securely
connected. (Option: If your system is Dual signal model, then use the
DVI cable to connect the DVI connector to the DVI port).
3. Use Audio cable to connect “Audio in” jack on LCD Monitor and sound
card’s “Audio out” jack.
4. Plug the DC connector of the adaptor to your monitor’s DC jack.
5. Plug the female end of the power cord into the AC adaptor.
6. Connect the male end of the power cord into a wall socket.
7. Turn on your computer, and then turn on your LCD Monitor.

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NOTE:
For added protection, it is
recommended to use a Surge
Protection device plugged between
the AC Adapter and the electrical wall
outlet to prevent the effects of sudden
current variations from reaching the
LCD Monitor. Sudden peaks of
electricity may cause damage to the Monitor.
Adjusting the Viewing Angle
Your LCD Monitor is designed to allow you to adjust it to an optimal viewing
angle.
NOTE
Do not touch the screen while changing the viewing angle. It may damage the
screen. Make sure not to catch your fingers while changing the viewing angle.
XAudio in Connect with Audio
cable.
YVGA
connector Connect with VGA cable.
ZPower Plug into the AC power
adapter.
[ DVI
connector
(optional)
Connect with detachable
DVI cable
Remark: DVI Cable is for
Dual Model use only

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Chapter 3
Operating the Monitor
Buttons Functions
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1AUTO Automatically adjust image Clock,
Phase, H-Position, V-Position settings
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2eIndicating the cursor movement or
OSD manual selection in decremental
values
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3MENU Pop up OSD Menu or
Enter into sub menu
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4fIndicating the cursor movement or
OSD manual selection in incremental
values
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5EXIT Exit OSD Menu and user setting
saving
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6Power Switch Power ON/OFF the monitor/
Green – Normal operation
Amber – Power Management

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How to Use the OSD (On Screen Display)
OSD function allows the user to easily adjust the display to the desired quality.
The OSD menu includes a main menu and a sub-menu.
Structure of OSD Menus
Operating Procedure
Use the buttons on the right side control panel to adjust the OSD
1. Power on the LCD monitor.
2. Press “MENU” button to pop up the OSD menu.
3. Press “e” or “ f” button to select menu item.
4. Press “MENU” button to select sub menu.
5. Press “e” or “ f” button to select sub menu item.
6. -If User setting does not appear then go to step 9.
7. Press “MENU” button to the user setting.
8. Press “e” or “ f” button to select or adjust.
9. Press “EXIT” button when finished adjusting and accept the user
setting.OR,
10. Press “MENU” button to process this item then accept or reject the
setting.

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Menu Table
Main
Menu
Sub
Menu Function Name Situation/Option
All Reset Recall the all factory default settings.
Auto Adjust Automatically adjust image Clock, Phase,
H-Position, V-Position settings
Reset Color Recall the color default settings
Reset OSD Recall the OSD default settings
Analog Select Analog signal input (Dual model use
only)
Digital Select Digital signal input (Dual model use
only)
Mute Disable or enable sound
Volume Volume control
Brightness Adjust Brightness
Contrast Adjust Contrast
RGB Adjust Adjust Red, Green, Blue color
Color
Temperature
Change the color intensity of the temperature
selected

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Clock Adjust To correct flickering text or lines.
Phase Adjust To correct flickering text or lines.
H-Position Adjust screen horizontal position.
V-Position Adjust screen vertical position.
OSD Time Out Set the length of time an OSD screen is
displayed
OSD Position Allow you to move the OSD Menu on the
screen
Accept And Exit User setting is saved and exit
Reject And Exit User setting isn’t saved and exit

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Appendix A
Troubleshooting Procedures
If the LCD monitor fails to function correctly, please follow the following steps for
a possible solution.
1. Perform the adjustments according to Operating the Monitor.
2. Refer to the following items if you cannot find a proper item listed in the
Operating the Monitor or if the problem remains.
3. If the problem you have experienced is not described below or you cannot
correct the problem, stop using the monitor and contact your dealer or the
nearest service center for further assistance.
PROBLEM CHECK TO SEE
No Display.
If the power cord is firmly plugged in the socket.
If the power switch is turned on.
a) Power
indicator
does not
light up. If the AC socket is OK. Please check using another piece of
equipment.
If the blank screen saver is active, touch the keyboard or mouse.
Increase the CONTRAST and/or BRIGHTNESS.
If the computer is ON.
If the signal cable is properly connected.
b) Power
indicator is
green.
If the signal timing of the computer is within the spec of the
monitor.
If the monitor is on power management mode, touch the keyboard
or the mouse.
If the computer is ON.
If the signal cable is properly connected.
c) Power
indicator is
amber.
If the signal timing of the computer is within the spec.

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Display is
too dark or
too bright. If the video output level of the computer is within the spec.
Display is not
in the center. If the signal timing of the computer is within the spec.
If the power voltage is within the spec.
Display is
shaking. If the signal timing of the computer is within the spec.
If the signal cable is properly connected.
If the signal timing of the computer is within the spec.
Display is not
synchronized.
If the video output level of the computer is within the spec.
Cable not connected Change Computer Hz Mode Error