Sharp LL-T15G3 User manual

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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 συµπληρω ηκαν απó την 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 DE L’APPAREIL, DEBRANCHEZ LA PRISE DU COURANT SECTEUR.
VARNING :
FÖR TOTAL ELEKTRISK URKOPPLING, KOPPLA UR KONTAKTEN OCH.
PRECAUCION :
PARA UNA COMPLETA DESCONEXION ELECTRICA DESENCHUFE LA CLAVIJA DE LA RED.
PRECAUCION :
A FIN DE EVITAR DESCARGAS ELÉCTRICAS, DESCONECTE EL ENCHUFE DE LA RED ANTES DE
REALIZAR CUALQUIER OPERACIÓN DE SERVICIO.
ATTENZIONE:
PER EVITARE FOLGORAZIONI, SCOLLEGATE IL CAVO DI COLLEGAMENTO ALLA RETE IN
ALTERNATA PRIMA DI EFFETTUARE UN INTERVENTO DI SERVIZIO TECNICO.
ATTENZIONE:
PER UNO SCOLLEGAMENTO ELETTRICO COMPLETO, TIRATE FUORI LA SPINA PRINCIPALE.
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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 electri-
cian.
"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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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 in-
stalled and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communi-
cations. 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 deter-
mined 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-T15G3
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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LL-T15G3-B LL-T15G3-H
Congratulations!
You have just purchased a TCO’95 or 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.
This product meets the requirements for the TCO’95 or
TCO’99 scheme which provides for an international
environmental and quality labelling of personal computers.
The labelling scheme was developed as a joint effort by the
TCO (The Swedish Confederation of Professional Employ-
ees), Svenska Naturskyddsforeningen (The Swedish Society
for Nature Conservation), Statens Energimyndighet (The
Swedish National Energy Administration) and SEMKO AB.
The requirements cover a wide range of issues: environ-
ment, ergonomics, usability, reduction of electric and
magnetic fields, energy consumption and electrical safety.
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 con-
cerned, 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 the environmenal labelling involve?
The environmental demands has been developed by
Svenska Naturskyddsforeningen (The Swedish Society for
Nature Conservation). These 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 opera-
tional 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.
Below you will find a brief summary of the environmental
requirements met by this product. The complete environ-
mental criteria document may be ordered from:
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´95 and TCO’99
demand require 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.
TCO’95 requirement states that batteries may not contain
more than 25 ppm (parts per million) of cadmium. The
colour-generating layers of display screens must not contain
any cadmium.
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.
TCO’95 requirement states that batteries may not contain
more than 25 ppm (parts per million) of mercury. The
relevant TCO’99 requirement states that batteries may not
contain any mercury.
Both TCO´95 and TCO´99 also demand 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’95 and TCO’99 requirement state that
neither CFCs nor HCFCs may be used during the manufac-
ture 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’95
and TCO´99 requirement permit 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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Tips and safety precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Product description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Connecting the monitor and turning the monitor on and off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Connecting the monitor to a computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Connecting the monitor to a power source . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Turning the power on . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Turning the power off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Installing set-up information and the ICC profile (for Windows) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Information about the ColorSync profile (for MacOS) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Adjusting the screen display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Adjusting the backlight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Setting color mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Automatic screen adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Manual screen adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Monitor care and repair . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Monitor care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Troubleshooting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Instructions for attaching a VESA compliant arm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Table of Contents
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Tips and safety precautions
- The TFT color LCD panel used in this monitor is
made with the application of high precision
technology. However, there may be minute points
on the screen where pixels never light or are
permanently lit. Also, if the screen is viewed from
an acute angle there may be uneven colors or
brightness. Please note that these are not
malfunctions but common phenomena of LCDs
and will not affect the performance of the
monitor.
- 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
setting 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
recognized under law.
- This monitor and its accessories may be
upgraded 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 nor 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.
- 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)
- Analog signal cable (1)
(model name: 0NIT15V1-0056(LL-T15G3-H) /
0NIT17A3-0115(LL-T15G3-B) )
- Utility Disk (For Windows/Macintosh) (1)
- Operation manual (1)
Notes:
- You are advised to retain the carton in case the
monitor needs to be transported.
- Sharp Corporation holds authorship rights to the
Utility Disk program. Do not reproduce it without
permission.
- The shape of the supplied accessaries may not
be exactly same as shown in this booklet.
Manual Scope
- In this booklet, Microsoft Windows XP will be
referred to as [WindowsXP], Microsoft Windows
Millenium as [WindowsMe], Microsoft Windows
2000 as [Windows2000], 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 registered
trademarks of Microsoft Corporation.
- Macintosh is a registered trademark of Apple
Computer, Inc.
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1. MENU button ............................ This button is used to pop-up, select and close the OSD (On Screen
Display) Menu.
2. / MODE button ..................... When the OSD Menu is displayed:
This button is used to select menu options.
When the OSD Menu is not displayed:
This button is used to set COLOR MODE.
3. buttons ............................. When the 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. 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.
5. Power LED ............................... This LED is lit green when in use and orange when in power-saving
mode.
6. Power terminal
7. Analog RGB input terminal ...... The analog signal cable is connected here.The analog signal cable
included should be used.
8. Security lock anchor ................ By connecting a security lock (commercially available) to the security
lock anchor, the monitor is fixed so that it cannot be transported.
The security slot works in conjunction with Kensington Micro Saver
Security Systems.
9. Ventilation openings ................ Note: Never block the ventilation openings as this may lead to
overheating inside the monitor and result in malfunction.
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Product description
Standing up and adjusting the monitor
CAUTION!
- Pressure from hands on the LCD panel could
cause damage.
- Be careful not to allow your fingers to be
pinched.
Standing up the monitor
1.Press down on the stand and lift up the top
section of the monitor.
- When raising the display section, movement
becomes harder in the middle of travel.
Continue raising by applying more force at that
point.
- Raise the display section until it stops.
(when titled forward approx. 5º)
2.Adjust to an easy to view angle.
Angle adjustment
Press down on the stand and adjust it to a suitable
viewing angle.
- Do not use the monitor when tilted back beyond
approximately 25º.The monitor may fall over
leading to injury or malfunction.
Folding up the monitor
1.Remove the cable.
2.Press down on the stand and gently fold back the
monitor.
Prohibited range
approx.25°
approx.5°
approx.25°
approx.5°
approx.5°
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Connecting the monitor and turning the monitor on and off
CAUTION!
- When connecting, ensure that both the monitor
and computer are switched off.
- Be careful not to overly bend the cable or add
extension cords as this could lead to a
malfunction.
Connecting the monitor to a computer
- Paying attention to connector direction, firmly
insert the signal cable to terminal, and then
tighten the screws at both sides.
If connecting to a D-sub 15 pin 2 row Apple Power
Macintosh, attach a Macintosh conversion adapter
(commercially available) to the analog signal cable.
Note:
- When connecting to a notebook, if the notebook
computer's screen is set so that it is displaying at
the same time, the MS-DOS screen may not be
able to display properly. In this case, change the
settings so that only the monitor is displaying.
Analog RGB terminal
(Mini D-Sub 15 pin, 3 row)
Analog signal cable
Macintosh conversion adapter
Connecting the monitor to a power source
Turning the power on
1.Press the monitor's POWER button.
2.Turn on the computer.
The power LED will be lit green, and the screen
will display an image.
ON
Notes:
- If using the monitor for the first time or after
having changed the system settings during use,
perform an automatic screen adjustment.
- Depending on the computer or OS, it may be
necessary to use the computer to install monitor
set-up information. If so, follow the steps below to
install the monitor set-up information.
Turning the power off
1. Turn the computer off.
2. Press the monitor's POWER button.
The Power LED will disappear.
OFF
If the monitor is not going to be used for a long
period of time, be sure to unplug it from the AC
outlet.
Power terminal
Power cord
AC outlet
Turn on the
computer
Press power button
Turn the
computer off
Press power button
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For Windows98
Installing monitor set-up information into Win-
dows98, and setting the monitor's ICC profile as a
predetermined value.
This explanation assumes that the floppy disk drive
is "A drive".
If the "Add new Hardware Wizard" has appeared:
1. Place the Utility 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 Utility Disk from the A drive.
If the "Add New Hardware Wizard" has not ap-
peared:
1. Place the Utility 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 Utility Disk from the A drive.
Connecting the monitor and turning the monitor on and off
Installing set-up information and the
ICC profile (for Windows)
Depending on the computer or OS, it may be
necessary 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. (Depending on the type of computer or
OS, command names and methods may differ.
Please follow the computer’s own operation
manual while reading this.)
About the ICC profile
An ICC (International Color Consortium) profile
is a file that describes the color characteristics
of the LCD monitor. By using an application that
works together with an ICC profile, a high color
resolution can be realized.
- Windows98/2000/Me/XP all use the ICC profile.
- When installing Windows98/2000/Me/XP set-
up information (described below), the ICC
profile is also installed. If you would like to
install the ICC program only, please refer to
Installing the ICC profile on page 14.
- When using an ICC profile, set [COLOR
MODE] and [WHITE BALANCE] to [STD] .
Installing set-up information
For Windows95
Installing monitor set-up information into Win-
dows95.
This explanation assumes that the floppy disk drive
is "A drive".
1. Place the Utility 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
manufacturer'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 Utility Disk from the A drive.
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Connecting the monitor and turning the monitor on and off
For Windows2000
Installing monitor set-up information into Win-
dows2000, and setting the monitor's ICC profile as
a predetermined value.
This explanation assumes that the floppy disk drive
is "A drive".
1. Place the Utility 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
[The Digital Signature Not Found] appears, click
[Yes].
11. Click on [Close].
12. Click [OK], and close the window.
13. Remove the Utility Disk from the A drive.
For WindowsMe
Installing monitor set-up information into
WindowsMe, and setting the monitor's ICC profile
as a predetermined value.
This explanation assumes that the floppy disk drive
is "A drive".
If the "Add new Hardware Wizard" has appeared:
1. Place the Utility 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 Utility Disk from the A drive.
If the "Add New Hardware Wizard" has not ap-
peared:
1. Place the Utility 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 Utility Disk from the A drive.
For WindowsXP
Installing monitor set-up information into
WindowsXP, and setting the monitor's ICC profile
as a predetermined value.
This explanation assumes that the floppy disk drive
is "A drive".
1. Place the Utility Disk in the computer's A drive.
2. Click on the [Start] button. Choose [Control
Panel].
3. Switch to "Classic View".
4. Double click on [Display].
5. Click on [Settings], [Advanced] and [Monitor].
6. Click on [Properties], [Driver] and [Update
Driver].
7. When [Hardware Update Wizard] appears,
check [Install from a list or specific location
[Advanced]] and click [Next].
8. Check [Don't search. I will choose the driver to
install.] and click [Next].
9. Click on [Have Disk], confirm that [Copy
manufacturer's files from:] is [A:], and click
[OK].
10. Select the monitor from the list displayed and
click [Next].
If [has not passed Windows Logo testing...]
appears, click [Continue Anyway].
11. Confirm that the monitor's name appears on the
screen.
12. Click on [Finish].
13. Click on [Close].
14. Click [OK], and close the window.
15. Remove the Utility Disk from the A drive.
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Information about the ColorSync
profile (for MacOS)
About the ColorSync profile
ColorSync is the Apple Corporation's color
management system and is a function that
enables color resolution to be realized when
used with a compatible application. A ColorSync
profile describes the color characteristics of the
LCD monitor.
Notes:
- This monitor's ColorSync profile works with
MacOS8.5 or above.
- When using the ColorSync profile, set
[COLOR MODE] and [WHITE BALANCE] to
[STD].
Setting up the ColorSync profile
Notes:
- A floppy disk drive is necessary. In addition, it is
necessary to have PC Exchange or File
Exchange installed in your system.
- Depending on the type of computer or OS,
command names and methods may differ. Please
follow the computer’s own operation manual
while reading this.
1.Place the Utility Disk (provided) into the
computer’s floppy disk drive.
2.Copy the profile to be used from the Mac folder
on the Utility Disk to the ColorSync profile folder
located within the system folder.
3.Using the ColorSync on the control panel,
choose the profile to be used.
Connecting the monitor and turning the monitor on and off
Installing the ICC profile
Installing the monitor’s ICC profile. (If the set-up
information has already been installed, so too has
the profile, and there is no need to install it.)
This explanation assumes that the floppy disk drive
is "A drive".
1. Place the Utility 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] and [Advanced].
5. Click on [General] and from [Compatibility]
select [Apply the new display setting without
restarting], then click on [Color Management].
6. Click [Add], and select [3 ½Floppy [A:]] as the
file location.
7. Choose the color profile that you would like to
install, and click on [Add].
8. Choose the profile and click on [Set As Default].
9. Click [OK], and close the window.
10. Remove the Utility Disk from the A drive.
- When using an ICC profile, set [COLOR MODE]
and [WHITE BALANCE] to [STD] .
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Adjusting the screen display
Adjustment the backlight (right column)
Brightness of backlight can be adjusted.
COLOR MODE setting (p. 16)
Color tone can be set.
Automatic screen adjustment (p.16)
The CLOCK, PHASE, H-POS (horizontal position-
ing) and V-POS (vertical positioning) functions can
be adjusted automatically.
Manual screen 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.
Resetting all adjustment values
All adjustment values can be returned to their
original ex-factory values in one command.
1. Turn off the monitor power.
2. Press the MENU button and the / MODE
button simultaneously, and while doing this press
the power button (i.e. turn the power on).
Continue to press the button until [ALL RESET]
appears on the screen. Reset is complete when
the displayed message disappears.
Notes:
- While ALL RESET is displayed, the control
buttons are disabled.
- 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 menu reset
Settings of items in the ADJUSTMENT Menu
(CLOCK, PHASE, H-POS, V-POS) can be returned
to their original ex-factory values.
1. Turn on the monitor power.
2. Press the MENU button and the button
simultaneously. When [RESET] appears on the
screen, the reset is complete.
Adjustment lock function
By disabling the control buttons (i.e. setting the
lock) any attempted changes to adjusted values will
be voided.
1. Turn off the monitor power.
2.While pressing the MENU button, press the
power button (i.e. turn the power on).
[ADJUSTMENT LOCKED] will appear on
the screen, and the lock will be set.
Note:
- When the lock is in place, all buttons other than
the power button are disabled.
Adjustment lock release
1. Turn off the monitor power.
2.While pressing the MENU button, press the
power button (i.e. turn the power on).
[ADJUSTMENT UNLOCKED] will appear
on the screen, and the lock will be
removed.
Adjusting the backlight
1. Without the OSD Menu being displayed, push the
or the button.
BRIGHT 31
2. Adjust by pressing the button (darker) or
button (lighter).
Note:
- On Screen display for adjustment disappears
several seconds after the last operation.
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Setting color mode
Color tone can be set as below.
STD
Displays image with the color tone results from
original scheme of liquid crystal panel.
sRGB
sRGB is international standard of color represen-
tation specified by IEC (International
Electrotechnical Commission).
Color conversion is made in taking account of
liquid crystal’s characteristics and represents
color tone close to it original image.
VIVID
Displays an image with dynamic and VIVID
primary colors.
- If COLOR MODE is set to [sRGB] or [VIVID],
[WHITE BALANCE] in the ADJUSTMENT Menu
is set to [STD].
How to set
Press the / MODE button when the ADJUST-
MENT Menu is not displayed.
Each time the button is pressed the next menu item
appears. (STD →sRGB →VIVID →STD)
On Screen display for adjustment disappears
several seconds after the last operation.
Automatic screen adjustment
Options in the ADJUSTMENT Menu can be
adjusted 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.
Automatic adjustment screen display
To perform an automatic adjustment, first display
an image that makes the entire screen very bright.
If you are using Windows, you can also use the
Adjustment Pattern on the accompanying Utility
Disk for Windows.
Displaying the Adjustment Pattern (for Windows)
This explanation is for Windows 95/98/2000/Me/XP,
and assumes that the floppy disk drive is [A drive].
Note:
- 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".
1. Place the Utility Disk (provided) into the
computer's A drive.
2. Open [My Computer] and select [3 ½Floppy
(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.
Adjustment pattern
After completing the adjustment, press the
computer's [Esc] key to exit the Adjustment
Program.
Note:
- 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 input signal
specification and is not a malfunction.)
Adjusting the screen display
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Adjusting the screen automatically
1. Press the MENU button.
The ADJUSTMENT Menu will be displayed.
ADJUSTMENT
MANUAL AUTO
CLOCK 127
PHASE 16
H-POS 200
V-POS 29
1024x768
V : 6 0Hz H : 4 8.4kHz
2. 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.)
3. Press the MENU button 4 times to make the On
Screen Display (OSD) Menu disappear.
Notes:
- In most cases automatic adjustment is sufficient.
- It may not be possible to achieve correct
adjustment with the first automatic adjustment. In
such a case, try repeating automatic adjustment
2 or 3 times.
- If necessary due to any of the following, manual
adjustments (right column) can be performed
after the automatic adjustment.
- When further fine adjustment is needed.
- When the computer’s video input signals are
Composite Sync or Sync On Green. (Automatic
adjustments may not be possible.)
- 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.)
- Automatic adjustment may not be achieved
correctly depending on what is displayed on the
screen - moving pictures or the MS-DOS prompt
etc.
Adjusting the screen display
Manual screen adjustment
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
Utility Disk. (p. 16)
2.Press the MENU button.
The ADJUSTMENT Menu will be displayed.
ADJUSTMENT
MANUAL AUTO
CLOCK 127
PHASE 16
H-POS 200
V-POS 29
1024x768
V : 6 0Hz H : 4 8.4kHz
At this point relevant menu options can be
adjusted.
Each time the MENU button is pressed the next
menu is selected. (ADJUSTMENT →GAIN
CONTROL →WHITE BALANCE →MODE
SELECT →OSD Menu disappears)
Notes:
- The OSD Menu automatically disappears
approximately 30 seconds after the last
command.
- This explanation is based on using the
Adjustment Pattern (for Windows) to make
adjustments.
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ADJUSTMENT Menu
ADJUSTMENT
MANUAL AUTO
CLOCK 127
PHASE 16
H-POS 200
V-POS 29
1024x768
V : 6 0Hz H : 4 8.4kHz
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: / MODE button
- To go to the next menu: 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)
Adjusting the screen display
Vertical flicker noise
Horizontal flicker noise
Screen frame
Adjustment
pattern
GAIN CONTROL Menu
GAIN CONTROL
MANUAL AUTO
BLACK LEVEL 32
CONTRAST 50
1024x768
V : 6 0Hz H : 4 8.4kHz
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: / MODE button
- To go to the next menu: 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.
- If the signal coming from the computer is
composite sync or sync on green, automatic
adjustment cannot be performed. Please perform
manual adjustment instead.
- If [OUT OF ADJUST] is displayed, perform
manual adjustment.
- When using the Auto Gain Control function, set
[WHITE BALANCE] to other than [USER]. If
[USER] is set, the Auto Gain Control function
cannot be used.
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)
Color pattern
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WHITE BALANCE Menu
WHITE BALANCE
COOL STD WARM USER
R-CONTRAST
G-CONTRAST
B-CONTRAST
1024x768
V : 6 0Hz H : 4 8.4kHz
Notes:
- On settings other than [STD] not all graduations
can be displayed. To display all graduations, set
to [STD].
- If COLOR MODE is set to [sRGB] or [VIVID], no
other setting than [STD] can be selected.
- Use the buttons to select [COOL], [·], [STD],
[·], [WARM] or [USER].
- Selecting USER will display the setting values for
[R-CONTRAST], [G-CONTRAST] and [B-
CONTRAST], in order to make fine adjustments.
- Use the / MODE button to select
[R-CONTRAST], [G-CONTRAST] and
[B-CONTRAST].
- To go to the next menu: 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
Adjusting the screen display
MODE SELECT Menu
MODE SELECT
OSD H-POSITION
OSD V-POSITION
SCALING LOW HIGH
COLORS 260K 16M
LANGUAGE
1024x768
V : 6 0Hz H : 4 8.4kHz
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: / MODE 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)
SCALING (Level of scaling)
When the display is enlarged, the sharpness of the
image can be set. ( 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).
COLORS
Maximum display colors can be set. ( buttons)
260K (approx. 260,000) and 16M (approx. 16.19
million)
LANGUAGE
You can chose the language used in OSD Menu.
1. Press the button.
The Language Selection Menu will be displayed
on the screen.
2. Use the / MODE button to choose a language.
3. Press the MENU button.
Language Selection Menu will disappear.
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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 they are 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.
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.
No image appears on the monitor (Power LED is
not lit)
- Is the power cord connected properly? (p. 11)
No image appears on the monitor (Power LED is lit)
- Is the computer connected properly? (p. 11)
- 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)
The image appears distorted
- Does the computer's signal timing correspond to
monitor specifications? (p. 22)
- Perform automatic adjustment. (p. 16)
- If you can change the refresh rate on the
computer you are using, change the value to a
lower frequency.
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Specifications
Product specifications
LCD display
38 cm measured diagonally
TFT LCD module
Resolution (max.)
XGA 1024 x 768 pixels
Displayable colors (max.)
Approx.16.19 million colors (6bit + FRC)
Brightness (max.)
260cd/m2
Dot pitch
0.297(H) x 0.297(V) mm
Contrast ratio
350:1
Angle of visibility
Left-right 160°; Up-down 150°
(contrast ratio
>
=
5)
Screen display size
Horizontal 304.1 mm x Vertical 228.1 mm
Video signal
Analog RGB (0.7Vp-p) [75Ω]
Sync signal
Separate Sync (TTL level: +/-), Sync on
Green, Composite Sync (TTL level: +/-)
Expansion compensation
Digital screening (Enlargement VGA/SVGA etc.
to full screen size.)
Plug & Play
VESA DDC1/DDC2B compatible
Power management
VESA: based on DPMS
Input signal terminal
Mini D-sub 15 pin (3 row)
Screen tilt
Upward approx.0 - 25°; downward approx.0 - 5°
Power supply
AC100 - 240V, 50/60Hz
Temperature of operating environment
5 - 35°C
Power consumption
Maximum 33W (Standby state: 2W)
Dimensions
338(W) x 145(D) x 313(H) mm
Weight
Approx. 3.8kg (approx. 3.2kg excluding stand)
(Excluding analog signal cable.)
Dimensions (Units: mm)
338
63 275
313
203
145
Analog signal cable: Approx. 1.8m
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