Sharp LL-T15A1 User manual

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LCD MONITOR
LCD FARBMONITOR
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MONITOR LCD
LL-T15A1
OPERATION MANUAL
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Table of Contents
Notice for Users in the USA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
TCO'99 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Notice for Users in Europe . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Notice for Users in the UK . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Notice for Users in Australia . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Tips and safety precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Product description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Connecting the monitor and turning the monitor on and off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Connecting the monitor to a computer (PC etc.) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Connecting the monitor to a power source . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Turning the power on. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Turning the power off. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Adjusting the screen display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Automatic screen adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Adjusting the backlight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Manual screen adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Monitor care and repair . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Monitor care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Instructions for installing a VESA compliant arm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

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Notice for Users in the USA
FCC Statement
WARNING – FCC Regulations state that any unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment
not expressly approved by the manufacturer could void the user's authority to operate this equipment.
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 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 distance 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.
Use nothing but the included cables and AC cord to insure compliance with FCC regulation for Class B
computing equipment.
Declaration of Conformity
SHARP LCD Color Monitor LL-T15A1
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following conditions: (1)
this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference
received, including interference that may cause undersized operation.
Responsible Party : SHARP ELECTRONICS CORPORATION
Sharp Plaza, Mahwah, New Jersey 07430
TEL :1-800-BE-SHARP
* As an ENERGY STAR Partner, SHARP has determined that this product meets the ENERGY STAR
guidelines for energy efficiency.
This product utilizes tin-lead solder, and fluorescent lamp containing a small amount of mercury. Disposal
of these materials may be regulated due to environmental considerations. For disposal or recycling
information, please contact your local authorities or the Electronics Industries Alliance:www.eiae.org

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Congratulations!
You have just purchased a TCO'99 approved and labelled product! 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.
Why do we have environmentally labelled computers?
In many countries, environmental labelling has become an established method for encouraging the
adaptation of goods and services to the environment.The main problem, as far as computers and other
electronics equipment are concerned, is that environmentally harmful substances are used both in the
products and during their manufacture. Since it is not so far possible to satisfactorily recycle the majority of
electronics equipment, most of these potentially damaging substances sooner or later enter nature.
There are also other characteristics of a computer, such as energy consumption levels, that are important
from the viewpoints of both the work (internal) and natural (external) environments. Since all methods of
electricity generation have a negative effect on the environment (e.g. acidic and climate-influencing
emissions, radioactive waste), it is vital to save energy. Electronics equipment in offices is often left running
continuously and thereby consumes a lot of energy.
What does labelling involve?
This product meets the requirements for the TCO'99 scheme which provides for international and
environmental labelling of personal computers. The labelling scheme was developed as a joint effort by the
TCO (The Swedish Confederation of Professional Employees), Svenska Naturskyddsforeningen (The
Swedish Society for Nature Conservation) and Statens Energimyndighet (The Swedish National Energy
Administration).
Approval requirements cover a wide range of issues: environment, ergonomics, usability, emission of electric
and magnetic fields, energy consumption and electrical and fire safety.
The environmental demands impose restrictions on the presence and use of heavy metals, brominated and
chlorinated flame retardants, CFCs (freons) and chlorinated solvents, among other things. The product must
be prepared for recycling and the manufacturer is obliged to have an environmental policy which must be
adhered to in each country where the company implements its operational policy.
The energy requirements include a demand that the computer and/or display, after a certain period of
inactivity, shall reduce its power consumption to a lower level in one or more stages.The length of time to
reactivate the computer shall be reasonable for the user.
Labelled products must meet strict environmental demands, for example, in respect of the reduction of
electric and magnetic fields, physical and visual ergonomics and good usability.
Below you will find a brief summary of the environmental requirements met by this product. The complete
environmental criteria document may be ordered from:

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TCO Development
SE-114 94 Stockholm, Sweden
Fax: [phone]
Email (Internet): [e-mail]
Current information regarding TCO'99 approved and labelled products may also be
obtained via the Internet, using the address: http://www.tco-info.com/
Environmental requirements
Flame retardants
Flame retardants are present in printed circuit boards, cables, wires, casings and housings.Their purpose is
to prevent, or at least to delay the spread of fire. Up to 30% of the plastic in a computer casing can consist of
flame retardant substances. Most flame retardants contain bromine or chloride, and those flame retardants
are chemically related to another group of environmental toxins, PCBs. Both the flame retardants containing
bromine or chloride and the PCBs are suspected of giving rise to severe health effects, including
reproductive damage in fish-eating birds and mammals, due to the bio-accumulative* processes. Flame
retardants have been found in human blood and researchers fear that disturbances in foetus development
may occur.
The relevant TCO'99 demand requires that plastic components weighing more than 25 grams must not
contain flame retardants with organically bound bromine or chlorine. Flame retardants are allowed in the
printed circuit boards since no substitutes are available.
Cadmium**
Cadmium is present in rechargeable batteries and in the colour-generating layers of certain computer
displays. Cadmium damages the nervous system and is toxic in high doses.The relevant TCO'99
requirement states that batteries, the colour-generating layers of display screens and the electrical or
electronics components must not contain any cadmium.
Mercury**
Mercury is sometimes found in batteries, relays and switches. It damages the nervous system and is toxic in
high doses.The relevant TCO'99 requirement states that batteries may not contain any mercury. It also
demands that mercury is not present in any of the electrical or electronics components associated with the
labelled unit.There is however one exception. Mercury is, for the time being, permitted in the back light
system of flat panel monitors as there today is no commercially available alternative. TCO aims on removing
this exception when a mercury free alternative is available.
CFCs (freons)
The relevant TCO'99 requirement states that neither CFCs nor HCFCs may be used during the manufacture
and assembly of the product. CFCs (freons) are sometimes used for washing printed circuit boards. CFCs
break down ozone and thereby damage the ozone layer in the stratosphere, causing increased reception on
earth of ultraviolet light with e.g. increased risks of skin cancer (malignant melanoma) as a consequence.
Lead**
Lead can be found in picture tubes, display screens, solders and capacitors. Lead damages the nervous
system and in higher doses, causes lead poisoning.The relevant TCO´99 requirement permits the inclusion
of lead since no replacement has yet been developed.
*Bio-accumulative is defined as substances which accumulate within living organisms
** Lead, Cadmium and Mercury are heavy metals which are Bio-accumulative.

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Notice for Users in Europe
This equipment complies with the requirements of Directives 89/336/EEC and 73/23/EEC as amended by
93/68/EEC.
Dieses Gerät entspricht den Anforderungen der EG-Richtlinien 89/336/EWG und 73/23/EWG mit
Änderung 93/68/EWG.
Ce matériel répond aux exigences contenues dans les directives 89/336/CEE et 73/23/CEE modifiées
par la directive 93/68/CEE.
Dit apparaat voldoet aan de eisen van de richtlijnen 89/336/EEG en 73/23/EEG, gewijzigd door 93/68/
EEG.
Dette udstyr overholder kravene i direktiv nr. 89/336/EEC og 73/23/EEC med tillæg nr. 93/68/EEC.
Quest' apparecchio è conforme ai requisiti delle direttive 89/336/EEC e 73/23/EEC, come emendata dalla
direttiva 93/68/EEC.
Η εγκατασταση ανταποκρινεται στιζ απαιτησειζ των οδηγιων τηζ Ευρωπαïκηζ Ενωσηζ 89/336/ΕΟΚ κατ 73/23/ΕΟΚ,
óπωζ οι κανονισµοι αυτοι συµπληρωθηκαν απóτην οδηγια 93/68/ΕΟΚ.
Este equipamento obedece às exigências das directivas 89/336/CEE e 73/23/CEE, na sua versão
corrigida pela directiva 93/68/CEE.
Este aparato satisface las exigencias de las Directivas 89/336/CEE y 73/23/CEE, modificadas por medio
de la 93/68/CEE.
Denna utrustning uppfyller kraven enligt riktlinjerna 89/336/EEC och 73/23/EEC så som komplette ras av
93/68/EEC.
Dette produktet oppfyller betingelsene i direktivene 89/336/EEC og 73/23/EEC i endringen 93/68/EEC.
Tämä laite täyttää direktiivien 89/336/EEC ja 73/23/EEC vaatimukset, joita on muutettu direktiivillä 93/68/
EEC.
CAUTION :
TO PREVENT ELECTRICAL SHOCK, DISCONNECT THE AC CORD BEFORE SERVICING.
CAUTION :
FOR A COMPLETE ELECTRICAL DISCONNECTION, PULL OUT THE MAIN PLUG.
VORSICHT :
UM DIE STROMZUFUHR VOLLSTÄNDIG ZU UNTERBRECHEN, DEN NETZSTECKER HERAUSZIEHEN
ENTFERNEN.
ATTENTION :
POUR UN ARRET TOTAL DU SYSTEMS, DECONNECTEZ LA PRISE DE COURANT SECTEUR.
VARNING :
FÖR TOTAL ELEKTRISK URKOPPLING, KOPPLA UR KONTAKTEN OCH.
PRECAUCION :
PARA UNA COMPLETA DESCONEXION ELECTRICA DESENCHUFE LA CLAVIJA DE LA RED.

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Notice for Users in the UK
FOR CUSTOMERS IN U.K.
IMPORTANT
The wires in this mains lead are coloured in accordance with the following code :
GREEN-AND-YELLOW :Earth
BLUE :Neutral
BROWN :Live
As the colours of the wires in the mains lead of this apparatus may not correspond with the coloured
markings identifying the terminals in your plug proceed as follows. The wire which is coloured GREEN-
AND-YELLOW must be connected to the terminal in the plug which is marked by the letter E or by the
safety earth or coloured green or green-and-yellow.
The wire which is coloured BLUE must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter N
or coloured black.
The wire which is coloured BROWN must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter
Lor coloured red.
Ensure that your equipment is connected correctly-if you are in any doubt consult a qualified
electrician.
"WARNING :THIS APPARATUS MUST BE EARTHED"
Notice for Users in Australia
Service Inquiries
Please contact your dealer for service if required or contact Sharp Corporation of Australia on
1 300 13 50 22 for referral to your nearest Sharp authorized Service Center.

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-Under certain display conditions, minute specks
or spots may be noticeable. This is common for
liquid crystal monitors and is not a malfunction.
-The LCD panel has been manufactured using
highly elaborate technology. Properly working
pixels comprise 99.99% of total pixels. However,
please understand that 0.01% or less of pixels
may be missing or be brighter than usual.
-Do not leave the screen displaying idly for long
periods of time, as this could cause afterimage to
remain.
-If the brightness is adjusted to the minimum set-
ting it may be difficult to see the screen.
-The quality of the computer signal may influence
the quality of the display. We recommend using a
computer able to emit high quality video signals.
-Never rub or tap the monitor with hard objects.
-Please understand that Sharp Corporation bears
no responsibility for errors made during use by
the customer or a third party, nor for any other
malfunctions or damage to this product arising
during use, except where indemnity liability is rec-
ognized under law.
-This monitor and its accessories may be up-
graded without advance notice.
Location
-Do not use the monitor where ventilation is poor,
where there is a lot of dust, where humidity is
high, or where the monitor may come into contact
with oil or steam, as this could lead to fire.
-Ensure that the monitor does not come into
contact with water or other fluids. Ensure that no
objects such as paper clips or pins enter the
monitor as this could lead to fire or electric
shock.
-Do not place the monitor on top of unstable
objects or in unsafe places. Do not allow the
monitor to come into contact with strong shocks
or vibrations. Causing the monitor to fall or topple
over may damage it.
-Do not use in places where the monitor will be
subject to direct sunlight, near heating equipment
or anywhere else where there is likelihood of high
temperature, as this may lead to generation of
excessive heat and outbreak of fire.
The Power Cord
-Do not damage the power cord or place heavy
objects on it, stretch it or overly bend it. Also, do
not add extension cords. Damage to the cord
may result in fire or electric shock.
-Use only the AC adapter supplied with the
monitor. Using an AC adapter other than that
supplied may lead to fire.
-Insert the power plug directly into the AC outlet.
Adding an extension cord may lead to fire as a
result of overheating.
Monitor and accessory checklist
-Please check that the following items are
included in the package.
-LCD monitor (1)
-AC adapter (1)
-Monitor Settings Adjustment Disk
for Windows (1)
-Operation manual (1)
Notes:
-You are advised to retain the carton in case the
monitor needs to be transported.
-Authorship rights to the Monitor Settings
Adjustment Disk program are held by Sharp
Corporation. Do not reproduce it without
permission.
Manual Scope
-In this booklet, Microsoft Windows 2000 will be
referred to as [Windows2000], Microsoft
Windows Millenium as [WindowsMe], Microsoft
Windows 98 as [Windows98], Microsoft Windows
95 as [Windows95], and Microsoft Windows
Version 3.1 as [Windows3.1].When there is no
need to distinguish between programs, the term
[Windows] will be used.
-Microsoft and Windows are trademarks of
Microsoft Corporation.
-Macintosh is a registered trademark of Apple
Computer, Inc.
Tips and safety precautions

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Product description
1. MENU button This button is used to pop-up, select and close the OSD Menu.
2. SELECT button Selects the menu option to be adjusted.
3. buttons When the On Screen Display (OSD) Menu is displayed:
These buttons are used to increase or decrease the value of a selected option.
When the OSD Menu is not displayed:
These buttons are used to adjust backlight brightness.
4. BRIGHT button The brightness sensor measures the brightness of the surrounding environment
and automatically adjusts to the right brightness.
5. Power LED This LED is lit green when in use and orange when in power-saving mode.
6. Power button Pressing this button turns the power on. (After turning the power on, it may take
a little time before the screen displays.)
Press the button again to turn the power off.
7. Brightness sensor Measures the brightness of the surrounding environment.
8. Power terminal Connect the AC adapter (included) here.
9. RGB signal cable Connects to the computer's analog RGB output terminal.
10. Ventilation openings Note: Never block the ventilation openings as this may lead to overheating
inside the monitor and result in malfunction.
Front view Rear view

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Product description
Standing up and adjusting the monitor
CAUTION!
-Be sure to hold the green section only. Pressure
from hands on the LCD panel could cause
damage.
Standing up the monitor
Press down on the stand and lift up the top section
of the monitor.
Adjusting the monitor
Lightly holding both sides of the monitor, adjust it to
a suitable viewing angle.
Folding up the monitor
(when packing it away)
-Except when folding away the monitor to
transport it, do not fold down the monitor.
Unnecessarily folding and unfolding the monitor
could lead to malfunction.
1. Remove the AC adapter.
2. If carrying out adjustments to the monitor, place it
upright.
3. While pressing the rear lock disable button 1,
gently fold back the monitor 2.

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Connecting the monitor and turning
the monitor on and off
Connecting the monitor to a computer
(PC etc.)
When connecting, ensure that both the monitor and
computer are switched off.
Note:
-Do not overly bend the cable or add extension
cords as this could lead to malfunction.
Connecting the monitor to a power source
Before connecting, first turn off the monitor's main
power switch.
Note:
-Do not overly bend the cable or add extension
cords as this could lead to malfunction.
1. Connect the AC adapter to the monitor's power
terminal
2. Attach the power cord to the AC adapter and
place the power plug into the AC terminal
Turning the power on
1. Turn on the computer.
2. Press the monitor's power button.
The power LED will be lit green, and the screen
will display an image
Note:
-When setting up this monitor for the first time or
after having changed an aspect of the current
system, perform an automatic screen adjustment
before use (p. 16).
Power LED Power button
RGB cable
If connecting to a D-sub 15 pin 2 row Apple
Power Macintosh, attach a Macintosh conver-
sion adapter (to be purchased separately) to
the RGB signal cable.
Macintosh conversion adapter
RGB signal cable
After connecting the adapter, tighten the
screws on each side to fix into place.
Power cord
Firmly insert the analog RGB output
terminal (mini D-sub 15 pin with 3 rows)
then tighten the screws each side.
Power terminal
AC adapter

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Installing set-up information
Depending on the computer or OS, it may be neces-
sary to use the computer to operate the installation of
monitor set-up information etc. If so, follow the steps
below to install the monitor set-up information.
Notes:
-Depending on the computer type, command
names and methods may differ. Please follow the
computer's own operation manual while reading
this.
-This explanation assumes that the floppy disk
drive is "A drive". If the floppy disk drive of your
computer is not "A drive", please read the below
substituting the floppy disk drive you are using in
place of "A drive" or "A".
For Windows95
Installing monitor set-up information into Windows95.
This explanation assumes that the floppy disk drive
is "A drive".
1. Place the Monitor Settings Adjustment Disk
(provided) into the computer's A drive.
2. Click on the [Start] button. From [Settings],
choose [Control Panel].
3. Double click on [Display].
4. Click on [Settings], [Advanced Properties], and
[Monitor], then [Change].
5. Click on [Have Disk], confirm that [Copy manu-
facturer's files from:] is [A:] then click [OK].
6. Confirm that the monitor details are selected, and
click [OK].
7. Check that the monitor details are displayed,
then click [Apply].
8. Click [OK], and close the window.
9. Remove the Monitor Settings Adjustment
Disk from the A drive.
For Windows98
Installing monitor set-up information into Win-
dows98.
If the "Add New Hardware Wizard" has appeared:
(This explanation assumes that the floppy disk drive
is "A drive")
1. Place the Monitor Settings Adjustment Disk
(provided) into the computer's A drive.
2. Click [Next].
3. Check [Display a list of all the drivers in a specific
location, so you can select the driver you want.],
then click [Next].
4. When [Models] is displayed, click on [Have Disk],
confirm that [Copy manufacturer's files from:] is
[A:], and click [OK].
5. Confirm that the monitor details are selected,
then click [Next], [Next], and [Finish]. If the "Add
New Hardware Wizard" appears, repeat the
installation commands beginning from 2 above.
6. Remove the Monitor Settings Adjustment Disk
from the A drive.
If the "Add New Hardware Wizard" has not ap-
peared:
(This explanation assumes that the floppy disk drive
is "A drive")
1. Place the Monitor Settings Adjustment Disk in the
computer's A drive.
2. Click on the [Start] button. From [Settings],
choose [Control Panel].
3. Double click on [Display].
4. Click on [Settings], [Advanced] and [Monitor].
5. In [Options], check [Automatically detect Plug &
Play monitors] and click on [Change].
6. Click [Next].
7. Click on [Display a list of all the drivers in a
specific location, so you can select the driver you
want.], then click [Next].
8. When [Models] is displayed, click on [Have Disk],
confirm that [Copy manufacturer's files from:] is
[A:], and click [OK].
9. Confirm that the monitor details are selected, then
click [Next], [Next], and [Finish].
10. Check that the monitor details are displayed,
then click [Apply].
11.Click [OK], and close the window.
12.Remove the Monitor Settings Adjustment Disk
from the A drive.
Connecting the monitor and turning the monitor on and off

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Connecting the monitor and turning the monitor on and off
For Windows2000
Installing monitor set-up information into Win-
dows2000.
This explanation assumes that the floppy disk drive
is "A drive".
1. Place the Monitor Settings Adjustment Disk
(provided) into the computer's A drive.
2. Click on the [Start] button. From [Settings],
choose [Control Panel].
3. Double click on [Display].
4. Click on [Settings], [Advanced] and [Monitor].
5. Click on [Properties], [Driver] and [Update
Driver].
6. When [Upgrade Device Driver Wizard] appears,
click [Next].
7. Check [Display a list of the known drivers for this
device so that I can choose a specific driver] and
click [Next].
8. When [Models] is displayed, click on [Have
Disk], confirm that [Copy manufacturer's files
from:] is [A:], and click [OK].
9. Select the monitor from the list displayed and
click [Next].
10. Click [Next], confirm that the monitor's name
appears on the screen, and click [Finish]. If
[Digital Signature Not Found] appears, click
[Yes].
11. Click on [Close].
12. Click [OK], and close the window.
13. Remove the Monitor Settings Adjustment Disk
from the A drive.
For WindowsMe
Installing monitor set-up information into
WindowsMe.
If the "Add New Hardware Wizard" has appeared:
(This explanation assumes that the floppy disk drive
is "A drive")
1. Place the Monitor Settings Adjustment Disk
(provided) into the computer's A drive.
2. Check [Specify the location of the driver
[Advanced]] and click [Next].
3. Check [Display a list of all the drivers in a
specific location, so you can select the driver you
want.], then click [Next].
4. When [Models] is displayed, click on [Have
Disk], confirm that [Copy manufacturer's files
from:] is [A:], and click [OK].
5. Select the monitor details from the list, then click
[Next], [Next], and [Finish]. If the "Add New
Hardware Wizard" appears, repeat the
installation commands beginning from 2 above.
6. Remove the Monitor Settings Adjustment Disk
from the A drive.
If the "Add New Hardware Wizard" has not ap-
peared:
(This explanation assumes that the floppy disk drive
is "A drive")
1. Place the Monitor Settings Adjustment Disk in the
computer's A drive.
2. Click on the [Start] button. From [Settings],
choose [Control Panel].
3. Double click on [Display].
4. Click on [Settings], [Advanced] and [Monitor].
5. In [Options], check [Automatically detect Plug &
Play monitors] and click on [Change].
6. Check [Specify the location of the driver
[Advanced]] and click [Next].
7. Check [Display a list of all the drivers in a
specific location, so you can select the driver you
want.] and click [Next].
8. When [Models] is displayed, click on [Have
Disk], confirm that [Copy manufacturer's files
from:] is [A:], and click [OK].
9. Select the monitor details, then click [Next],
[Next], and [Finish].
10. Check that the monitor details are displayed,
then click [Apply].
11. Click [OK], and close the window.
12. Remove the Monitor Settings Adjustment Disk
from the A drive.
Turning the power off
1. Turn the computer off.
2. Press the monitor's power button.
The Power LED will disappear.

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Adjusting the screen display
If necessary, the screen can be adjusted as follows.
Automatic screen adjustment (p.16)
The clock, phase, H-POS (horizontal positioning)
and V-POS (vertical positioning) functions can be
adjusted automatically.
Adjustment of backlight (p.17)
Brightness of backlight can be adjusted.
Manual adjustment (p. 17)
Fine adjustments can be made using the On Screen
Display (OSD) Menu.
Note:
-All adjustments will be saved even after turning
the power off.
All Reset MENU
All adjustment values can be returned to their
original ex-factory values in one command.
1. Press the power button to turn off the monitor
power.
2. Press the MENU button and the SELECT button
simultaneously, and while doing this press the
power button (i.e. turn the power on). When [ALL
RESET] appears on the screen, the reset is
complete.
Notes:
-While ALL RESET is displayed, the control
buttons do not function.
-It is not possible to reset values when the
adjustment lock is in place. Remove the
adjustment lock before attempting to operate
control buttons.
Adjustment lock function
By disabling the control buttons (i.e. setting the lock)
any attempted changes to adjusted values will be
voided.
1. Press the power button to turn off the monitor
power.
2. While pressing the MENU button, press the
power button (i.e. turn the power on).
When the menu is unlocked:
[ADJUSTMENT LOCKED] will appear on the
screen, and the lock will be set.
When the menu is locked:
[ADJUSTMENT UNLOCKED] will appear on the
screen, and the lock will be removed.
Note:
-When the lock is in place, all buttons other than
the power button are disabled.
Choosing a message language
Messages displayed on the screen and OSD Menu
contents can be changed to the following languages.
English, German, French, Italian, Spanish.
1. Turn off the monitor.
2. Pressing the SELECT and buttons
simultaneously, press the power button (i.e. turn
the power on).
The Language Selection Menu (LANGUAGE) will
be displayed on the screen.
3. Use the SELECT button to choose a language.
4. Press the MENU button.
The setting is complete. From now, messages
and adjustment menus will be displayed in the
chosen language.

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Opening the Adjustment Pattern (for Windows)
If you are using Windows, you can use the Adjust-
ment Pattern on the accompanying Monitor Settings
Adjustment Disk.
This explanation is for Windows 95/98/Me/2000, and
assumes that the floppy disk drive is "A drive".
1. Place the Monitor Settings Adjustment Disk
(provided) into the computer's A drive.
2. Open [My Computer] and select [3 ½ Floppy
(A:)]. If using Windows 3.1, open [File Manager]
and choose "A drive".
3. Double click on [Adj_uty.exe] to run the
Adjustment Program.The Adjustment Pattern will
appear.
Notes:
-After completing the adjustments, press the
computer's [Esc] key to exit the Adjustment
Program.
-If the floppy disk drive of your computer is not
"A drive", please read the below substituting the
floppy disk drive you are using in place of
"A drive" or "A".
-If your computer's display mode is set to 65K
colors, you may see the different color levels in
each color pattern or the gray scale may look
colored. (This is due to the specification of the
input signal and is not a malfunction.)
Adjustment pattern
Adjusting the screen display
Automatic screen adjustment
Options in MENU 1 (ADJUSTMENT) can be ad-
justed automatically (CLOCK, PHASE, H-POS,
V-POS).
Note:
-When setting up this monitor for the first time or
after having changed an aspect of the current
system, perform an automatic screen adjustment
before use.
1. First display an image that makes the entire
screen very bright. If you are using Windows, you
can use the Adjustment Pattern on the
accompanying Monitor Settings Adjustment Disk
(right column).
2. Press the MENU button.
The ADJUSTMENT Menu will be displayed.
3. Press the button.
The screen will become dark and [ADJUSTING]
will be displayed. After a few seconds the
ADJUSTMENT Menu will return. (The automatic
adjustment is now complete.)
4. Press the MENU button 4 times to make the On
Screen Display (OSD) Menu disappear.
Notes:
-In most cases automatic adjustment is sufficient.
-If necessary due to any of the following, manual
adjustments (p. 17) can be performed after the
automatic adjustment.
-When further fine adjustment is needed.
-When [OUT OF ADJUST] is displayed.
(When the screen displays an entirely dark
image, the automatic screen adjustment may
be disabled.When making an automatic
adjustment, be sure to either use the
Adjustment Pattern or try displaying an image
that makes the entire screen very bright.)

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When not adjusting brightness automatically
1. Without the OSD Menu being displayed, press
the button or the button.
2. Adjust by pressing the button (darker) or the
button (lighter).
3. Press the MENU button.
The OSD Menu will disappear.
Note:
-The OSD Menu automatically disappears
several seconds after the last command.
Manual screen adjustment
Fine adjustments can be made using On Screen
Display (OSD) Menu provided.
1. Display an image that makes the entire screen
very bright. If using Windows, you can open and
use the Adjustment Pattern on the accompanying
Monitor Settings Adjustment Disk. (p. 16)
2. Press the MENU button.
The ADJUSTMENT Menu will be displayed.
At this point relevant menu options can be
adjusted.
Each time the MENU button is pressed the next
menu is selected. (MENU 1 →2 →3 →4 →
OSD Menu disappears)
Notes:
-The OSD Menu automatically disappears
several seconds after the last command.
-This explanation is based on using the
Adjustment Pattern (for Windows) to make
adjustments.
Adjusting the screen display
Adjusting the backlight
The backlight brightness can be set to change
automatically for use in different surroundings.
(Automatic brightness adjustment)
If the surroundings become brighter, the backlight
will become brighter.
If the surroundings become darker, the backlight will
become darker.
The brightness sensor measures the brightness of
the surrounding environment. Never place anything
in front of the brightness sensor.
Use the BRIGHT button to switch between auto-
matic brightness adjustment or no automatic bright-
ness adjustment.
Automatic brightness adjustment
Press BRIGHT button ÇÈ. Press BRIGHT button
No automatic brightness adjustment
Notes:
-The OSD Menu automatically disappears
several seconds after the last command.
-On the screen that appears after the values have
been set, the brightness can be further adjusted
by pressing the and buttons.
Adjusting the brightness
Carry out the commands without the On Screen
Display (OSD) Menu displayed. If the OSD Menu is
displayed, press the MENU button (several times
may be required) and begin when the OSD Menu
has disappeared.
When adjusting brightness automatically
Using the adjusted backlight brightness as a base,
the brightness can be adjusted automatically.
1. Without the OSD Menu being displayed, press
the button or the button.The BRIGHT bar will
appear at the bottom section of the screen.
2. Adjust by pressing the button (darker) or the
button (lighter).
Depending on the brightness of the surrounding
environment, the parameters for adjustment may
be limited.
3. Press the MENU button.
The OSD will disappear.

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MENU 1: ADJUSTMENT
MANUAL: Individual menu options are manually
adjusted.
AUTO: Every menu option is automatically
adjusted.
Notes:
-Press the button to select AUTO.
-To choose a menu option: SELECT button
-To go to MENU 2: MENU button
CLOCK
The figure below demonstrates how to adjust so that
vertical flicker noise is not emitted. ( buttons)
PHASE
The figure below demonstrates how to adjust so that
horizontal flicker noise is not emitted. ( buttons)
Note:
-Adjustments to PHASE should be made only
after CLOCK has been correctly set.
H-POS (horizontal positioning) and V-POS
(vertical positioning)
To center the screen image within the boundaries of
the screen, adjust the left-right (H-POS) values and
the up-down (V-POS) values. ( buttons)
MENU 2: GAIN CONTROL
BLACK LEVEL and CONTRAST are optimized
before shipment, but can be adjusted to suit.
MANUAL: Individual menu options are manually
adjusted.
AUTO: Every menu option is automatically
adjusted using the Auto Gain Control*
function,
Notes:
-Press the button to select AUTO.
-To choose a menu option: SELECT button
-To go to MENU 3: MENU button
* Auto Gain Control function
-The Auto Gain Control adjusts contrast and black
level based on the brightest color of the image
displayed. If you are not using the Adjustment
Pattern it is necessary to have an area of
5 mm x 5 mm of white displayed, and if not
adjustments may not be possible. (In such case,
[OUT OF ADJUST] will appear and setting values
remain unchanged.)
-To perform the Auto Gain Control function, first go
to MENU 3 and set [WHITE BALANCE] to
something other than [USER]. If [USER] is set,
Auto Gain Control will be disabled.
BLACK LEVEL
Total screen brightness can be adjusted while
watching the color pattern. ( buttons)
CONTRAST
While watching the color pattern, adjustments can be
made so that all graduations appear. ( buttons)
DISPLAY COLORS
Maximum display colors can be set.
260K (260,000) and 16M (16.19 million)
Adjustment
Pattern
Screen frame
Color pattern
Horizontal flicker noise
Vertical flicker noise
Adjusting the screen display

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MENU 3: WHITE BALANCE
WHITE BALANCE (color tone) can be adjusted as
necessary. (As adjustments are made before ship-
ment, there is no real necessity for further altera-
tion.)
Notes:
-On settings other than [STD] not all graduations
can be displayed.To display all graduations, set
to STD.
-Selecting USER will display the setting values for
[R-CONTRAST], [G-CONTRAST] and
[B-CONTRAST], in order to make fine
adjustments.
-To choose a menu option: SELECT button
-To go to MENU 4: MENU button
COOL . . . Color tone bluer than standard
- . . . . . . Color tone slightly bluer than standard
STD . . . . . Color tone standard setting
- . . . . . . Color tone slightly redder than standard
WARM . . . Color tone redder than standard
USER
R-CONTRAST . . . button for blue-green
button for red
G-CONTRAST . . . button for purple
button for green
B-CONTRAST . . . button for yellow
button for blue
MENU 4: MODE SELECT
Notes:
-Depending on the resolution of the input signal,
even if menu options can be selected, the display
may not change.
-To choose a menu option: SELECT button
-When adjustment complete: MENU button
OSD H-POSITION (OSD horizontal position)
The position of the OSD display can be moved to
the left and right. ( buttons)
OSD V-POSITION (OSD vertical position)
The position of the OSD display can be moved up
and down. ( buttons)
400 LINES (degree of resolution)
You can specify the horizontal resolution of a 400-
line screen when using US text, etc.
(buttons)
640 640 X 400 dot mode
720 720 X 400 dot mode (US text etc.)
Note:
-As the resolution input for other than 400 lines is
done automatically, there is no need to set it.
SCALING (Level of scaling)
The sharpness of the image can be adjusted.
(buttons)
Note:
-When the display mode is set to less than
1024 x 768 pixels, the display is enlarged to
cover the whole screen (i.e. the side ratio of the
display may change).
-Display modes of 1024 X 768 pixels cannot be
changed.
Adjusting the screen display

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Monitor care and repair
Monitor care
Always remove the plug from the AC outlet when
cleaning the monitor.
Cabinet and control panel section
Use a soft dry cloth to lightly wipe away any grime
from the cabinet and control panel.
If very dirty, apply neutral detergent to a dampened
soft cloth, wring it out well and wipe away grime.
LCD panel section
Use a soft dry cloth to lightly wipe away dirt and dust
from the surface of the LCD panel. (A soft cloth such
as gauze or that used for lens cleaning is suitable.)
CAUTION!
-Never use thinner, benzine, alcohol, glass
cleaner, etc, as this could lead to color change or
change in shape.
-Never scratch the monitor with anything hard or
apply strong pressure as this could leave marks
or result in malfunction.
Storage
If the monitor will not be used for a long period of
time, be sure to remove the power plug from the AC
outlet.
CAUTION!
Do not leave the monitor in contact with rubber or
plastic items for long periods of time as this could
lead to color change or change in shape.
Troubleshooting
If you think the monitor may be faulty, please check
the following points before taking it to be repaired.
If afterwards it still does not work, please contact the
shop where you purchased the monitor or your
nearest Sharp authorized Service Center.
No image appears on the monitor (Power LED is not
lit)
-Are the AC adapter and the power cord
connected properly? (p. 12)
No image appears on the monitor (Power LED is lit)
-Is the computer connected properly? (p. 12)
-Is the computer turned on?
-Does the computer's signal timing correspond to
monitor specifications? (p. 22)
-Is the computer in power-saving mode?
Control buttons do not work
-Is the adjustment lock on? (p. 15)
Only VGA image is displayed
-Does the Windows display timing setting meet
monitor specifications? Refer to the monitor
signal timings (p. 22) and set to appropriate
timing.
The image appears distorted
-Does the computer's signal timing correspond to
monitor specifications? (p. 22)
-Perform automatic adjustment. (p. 16)
The monitor’s florescent tubes have a limited life
span.
-If the screen darkens, persistently flickers or
does not light up, it may be necessary to
replace the florescent tube unit. Please
inquire at the shop where you purchased the
monitor or your nearest Sharp authorized
Service Center. (Never attempt this
replacement on your own.)
-In the initial period of use, due to the
characteristics of florescent tubes the screen
may flicker. (This is not a malfunction.)
Should this happen, check by first turning off
the power, then turning it on again.

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Specifications
Dimensions (Units: mm)LCD display
38 cm (15 inch) TFT Color LCD module
Dot pitch
0.297(H) x 0.297(V) mm
Screen display size
Horizontal 304.1 mm x Vertical 228.1 mm
Resolution (max.)
XGA 1024 x 768
Displayable colors (max.)
16.19 million colors
Video signal
Analog RGB (0.7Vp-p) [75Ω]
Sync signal
H-Sync (TTL level: +/-), V-Sync (TTL level: +/-)
Computer signal input terminal
15 pin mini D-sub connector
Plug & Play
VESA: DDC1/DDC2B
Power management
VESA DPMS based
Temperature of operating environment
5 – 35°C
Power supply
AC100-240V (Use special AC adapter)
Power consumption
36W max. (5W when in power-saving mode)
Dimensions (W x D x H, excluding rubber base)
368 mm X 170 mm x 353 mm
Weight
Approx. 4.1 kg
130
368
45 313
353
200
170
RGB signal cable length: approx. 1.8 m
AC adapter
Approx. H 120 mm x D 60 mm x H 37 mm
Weight : Approx.350g
Approx.
1.8 m