Sharp PN-HS551 User manual

PN-HS551
PN-HS501
PN-HS431
PN-HY551
PN-HY501
PN-HY431
LCD MONITOR
OPERATION MANUAL

IMPORTANT:
To aid reporting in case of loss or theft, please record the
product’s model and serial numbers in the space provided.
The numbers are located in the rear of the product.
Model No.:
Serial No.:
U.S.A. ONLY

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IMPORTANT INFORMATION
WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS PRODUCT
TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC
SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER.
NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS
INSIDE.
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED
SERVICE PERSONNEL.
The lightning ash with arrowhead symbol, within
a triangle, is intended to alert the user to the
presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage”
within the product’s enclosure that may be of
su󰀩cient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric
shock to persons.
The exclamation point within a triangle is
intended to alert the user to the presence of
important operating and maintenance (servicing)
instructions in the literature accompanying the
product.
To maintain compliance with EMC regulations, use shielded cables to connect to the following terminals: HDMI input terminal,
D-sub input terminal and RS-232C input terminal.
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC
SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
WARNING:
FCC Regulations state that any unauthorized changes or modications 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 A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the
FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment
is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if
not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required
to correct the interference at his own expense.
U.S.A. ONLY

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Thank you for your purchase of a SHARP LCD product. To ensure safety and many years of trouble-free operation of your
product, please read the Safety Precautions carefully before using this product.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Electricity is used to perform many useful functions, but it can also cause personal injuries and property damage if improperly
handled. This product has been engineered and manufactured with the highest priority on safety. However, improper use can
result in electric shock and/or re. In order to prevent potential danger, please observe the following instructions when installing,
operating and cleaning the product. To ensure your safety and prolong the service life of your LCD product, please read the
following precautions carefully before using the product.
1. Read instructions — All operating instructions must be read and understood before the product is operated.
2. Keep this manual in a safe place — These safety and operating instructions must be kept in a safe place for future
reference.
3. Observe warnings — All warnings on the product and in the instructions must be observed closely.
4. Follow instructions — All operating instructions must be followed.
5. Cleaning — Unplug the power cord from the power outlet before cleaning the product. Use a dry cloth to clean the product.
Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Do not use dirty cloths. Doing so may damage the product.
6. Attachments — Do not use attachments not recommended by the manufacturer. Use of inadequate attachments can result
in accidents.
7. Water and moisture — Do not use the product near water. Do not install the product in a place where water may splash onto
it. Be careful of equipment which drains water such as an air-conditioner.
8. Ventilation — The vents and other openings in the cabinet are designed for ventilation.
Do not cover or block these vents and openings since insu󰀩cient ventilation can cause overheating and/or shorten the life
of the product. Do not place the product on a sofa, rug or other similar surface, since they can block ventilation openings.
Do not place the product in an enclosed place such as a bookcase or rack, unless proper ventilation is provided or the
manufacturer’s instructions are followed.
9. Power cord protection — The power cords must be routed properly to prevent people from stepping on them or objects from
resting on them.
10. The LCD panel used in this product is made of glass. Therefore, it can break when the product is dropped or applied with
impact. Be careful not to be injured by broken glass pieces in case the LCD panel breaks.
11. Overloading — Do not overload power outlets or extension cords. Overloading can cause re or electric shock.
12. Entering of objects and liquids — Never insert an object into the product through vents or openings. High voltage ows in
the product, and inserting an object can cause electric shock and/or short internal parts.
For the same reason, do not spill water or liquid on the product.
13. Servicing — Do not attempt to service the product yourself. Removing covers can expose you to high voltage and other
dangerous conditions. Request a qualied service person to perform servicing.
14. Repair — If any of the following conditions occurs, unplug the power cord from the power outlet, and request a qualied
service person to perform repairs.
a. When the power cord or plug is damaged.
b. When a liquid was spilled on the product or when objects have fallen into the product.
c. When the product has been exposed to rain or water.
d. When the product does not operate properly as described in the operating instructions.
Do not touch the controls other than those described in the operating instructions. Improper adjustment of controls
not described in the instructions can cause damage, which often requires extensive adjustment work by a qualied
technician.
e. When the product has been dropped or damaged.
f. When the product displays an abnormal condition. Any noticeable abnormality in the product indicates that the product
needs servicing.
15. Replacement parts — In case the product needs replacement parts, make sure that the service person uses replacement
parts specied by the manufacturer, or those with the same characteristics and performance as the original parts. Use of
unauthorized parts can result in re, electric shock and/or other danger.
16. Safety checks — Upon completion of service or repair work, request the service technician to perform safety checks to
ensure that the product is in proper operating condition.
17. Wall mounting — When mounting the product on a wall, be sure to install the product according to the method
recommended by the manufacturer.
18. Heat sources — Keep the product away from heat sources such as radiators, heaters, stoves and other heat-generating
products (including ampliers).
DEAR SHARP CUSTOMER

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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS (Continued)
19. Batteries — Incorrect use of batteries may cause the batteries to burst or ignite. A leaky battery may corrode the equipment,
dirty your hands or spoil your clothing. In order to avoid these problems, make sure to observe the precautions below:
• Use the specied batteries only.
• Install the batteries with due attention to the plus (+) and minus (-) sides of the batteries according to the instructions in the
compartment.
• Do not mix old and new batteries.
• Do not mix batteries of di󰀨erent types. Voltage specications of batteries of the same shape may vary.
• Replace an exhausted battery with a new one promptly.
• If you will not use the remote control for a long time, remove the batteries.
• If leaked battery uid gets on your skin or clothing, rinse immediately and thoroughly. If it gets into your eye, bathe your
eye well rather than rubbing and seek medical treatment immediately. Leaked battery uid that gets into your eye or your
clothing may cause a skin irritation or damage your eye.
20. Usage of the monitor must not be accompanied by fatal risks or dangers that, could lead directly to death, personal injury,
severe physical damage or other loss, including nuclear reaction control in nuclear facility, medical life support system, and
missile launch control in a weapon system.
21. Do not stay in contact with the parts of the product that become hot for long periods of time. Doing so may result in
low-temperature burns.
22. Do not modify this product.
WARNING:
This is a Class A product. In a domestic environment this product may cause radio interference in which case the user may
be required to take adequate measures.
An apparatus with CLASS I construction shall be connected to a MAIN socket outlet with a protective earthing connection.
STABILITY HAZARD
If a monitor is not positioned in a su󰀩ciently stable location, it can be potentially hazardous due to falling. Many injuries,
particularly to children, can be avoided by taking simple precautions such as:
• Using xing devices like wall mount brackets recommended by the manufacturer.
• Only using furniture that can safely support the monitor.
• Ensuring the monitor is not overhanging the edge of the supporting furniture.
• Not placing the monitor on tall furniture (for example, cupboards or bookcases) without anchoring both the furniture and the
monitor to a suitable support.
• Not standing the monitors on cloth or other materials placed between the monitor and supporting furniture.
• Educating children about the dangers of climbing on furniture to reach the monitor or its controls.
• This equipment is not suitable for use in locations where children are likely to be present unsupervised.
Especially for child safety
- Don’t allow children to climb on or play with the monitor.
- Don’t place the monitor on furniture that can easily be used as steps, such as a chest of drawers.
- Remember that children can become excited while watching a program, especially on a “larger than life” monitor. Care
should be taken to place or install the monitor where it cannot be pushed, pulled over, or knocked down.
- Care should be taken to route all cords and cables connected to the monitor so that they cannot be pulled or grabbed by
curious children.

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- 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 a󰀨ect the performance of the monitor.
- Do not display a still picture for a long period, as this could
cause a residual image.
- 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.
- Do not use the monitor where there is a lot of dust, where
humidity is high, or where the monitor may come into contact
with oil or steam. Do not use in an environment where
there are corrosive gases (sulfur dioxide, hydrogen sulde,
nitrogen dioxide, chlorine, ammonia, ozone, etc.). As this
could lead to re.
- Ensure that the monitor does not come into contact with
water or other uids. Ensure that no objects such as paper
clips or pins enter the monitor as this could lead to re or
electric shock.
- Do not place the monitor on top of unstable objects or in
unsafe places. Do not allow the monitor to receive strong
shocks or to strongly vibrate. Causing the monitor to fall or
topple over may damage it.
- Do not use the monitor near heating equipment or in places
where there is likelihood of high temperature, as this may
lead to generation of excessive heat and outbreak of re.
- Do not use the monitor in places where it may be exposed to
direct sunlight. Risk of cabinet deformation and failure if the
monitor is used in direct sunlight.
- If the monitor is installed in a location exposed to sunlight
such as next to a window, measures to reduce ultraviolet and
infrared radiation and temperature measures are required.
For details, consult your dealer.
- Please be sure to constantly remove dust and garbage that
has attached to the ventilation opening. If dust collects in the
ventilation opening or the inside of the monitor, it may lead to
excessive heat, outbreak of re, or malfunction.
Please request a cleaning of the inside of the monitor from
an authorized SHARP servicing dealer or service center.
- Images cannot be rotated on this monitor.
When using in portrait orientation, you will need to prepare
appropriately orientated content in advance.
- The power outlet shall be installed near the equipment and
shall be easily accessible.
The Power Cord
- Use only the power cord supplied with the monitor.
- Do not damage the power cord nor place heavy objects on
it, stretch it or over bend it. Also, do not add extension cords.
Damage to the cord may result in re or electric shock.
- Do not use the power cord with a power tap.
Adding an extension cord may lead to re as a result of
overheating.
- Do not remove or insert the power plug with wet hands.
Doing so could result in electric shock.
- Unplug the power cord if it is not used for a long time.
- Do not attempt to repair the power cord if it is broken
or malfunctioning. Refer the servicing to the service
representative.
Manual Scope
- Microsoft and Windows are either registered trademarks or
trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States
and/or other countries.
- The terms HDMI, HDMI High-Denition Multimedia Interface,
and the HDMI Logo are trademarks or registered trademarks
of HDMI Licensing Administrator, Inc.
- VESA is either registered trademark or trademark of Video
Electronics Standards Association in the United States and/
or other countries.
- All other brand and product names are trademarks or
registered trademarks of their respective holders.
- This product comes with RICOH Bitmap Fonts produced and
sold by RICOH COMPANY, LTD.
- Language of OSD menu used in this manual is English by
way of example.
- Illustrations in this manual may not exactly represent the
actual product or display.
- This manual assumes use in landscape orientation, except
where specically noted.
LED Backlight
● The LED backlight in this product has a limited lifetime.
* If the screen gets dark or does not turn on, it may be
necessary to replace the LED backlight.
* This LED backlight is exclusive to this product and must
be replaced by an authorized SHARP servicing dealer
or service center. Please contact an authorized SHARP
servicing dealer or service center for assistance.
TIPS AND SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

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MOUNTING PRECAUTIONS
• This product is for use indoors.
•
A mounting bracket compliant with VESA specications is required.
• Since the monitor is heavy, consult your dealer before
installing, removing or moving the monitor.
•
Mounting the monitor on the wall requires special expertise
and the work must be performed by an authorized SHARP
dealer. You should never attempt to perform any of this work
yourself. Our company will bear no responsibility for accidents
or injuries caused by improper mounting or mishandling.
• Use the monitor with the surface perpendicular to a level
surface. If necessary, the monitor may be tilted up to 20
degrees upward or downward.
•
This monitor should be used at an ambient temperature
between 32°F (0°C) and 104°F (40°C). Provide enough space
around the monitor to prevent heat from accumulating inside.
For the monitor in landscape orientation
Unit: inch [mm]
Unit: inch [mm]
For the monitor in portrait orientation
7-7/8 [200]
2 [50]
2
[50]
5/16 [7]
5/16 [7]
2 [50]
7-7/8 [200]
2
[50]
2
[50]
2
[50]
Power LED
• If it is di󰀩cult to provide su󰀩cient space for any reason
such as the installation of the monitor inside a housing, or
if the ambient temperature may be outside of the range
of 32°F (0°C) to 104°F (40°C), install a fan or take other
measures to keep the ambient temperature within the
required range.
• Do not block any ventilation openings. If the temperature
inside the monitor rises, this could lead to a malfunction.
• Do not place the monitor on a device which generates heat.
• Adhere to the following when installing the monitor in its
portrait orientation. Failing to adhere to the following may
cause malfunctions.
- Install the monitor such that the power LED is located on
the bottom side.
- Set the THERMAL SENSOR SETTING in the SETUP
menu to PORTRAIT. (See page 26.)
- Be sure to clamp the power cord (supplied) by using the
supplied cable clamp (a󰀩xing type). When clamping the
power cord, take care not to stress the terminal of the
power cord. Do not bend the power cord excessively.
Power cord
Cable clamp
Mounting the monitor laying at on a surface
• When using the monitor laying at on a surface (when the
monitor is tilted 20 degrees or more upward or downward
from the perpendicular in relation to a level surface),
consult an authorized SHARP dealer because there are
some specic mounting conditions.
Adhere to the following. Failing to adhere to the following
may cause malfunctions.
- Set THERMAL SENSOR SETTING in the SETUP menu
to FACE UP or FACE DOWN. (See page 26.)
- Use the monitor at the ambient temperature within the
range of 32°F (0°C) to 86°F (30°C). Provide 7-7/8 inch
(200 mm) or more space between the monitor and the
ceiling or other mounting surfaces and surrounding
objects to prevent heat from accumulating inside.
If it is di󰀩cult to provide su󰀩cient space or if the ambient
temperature may be outside of the range of 32°F (0°C) to
86°F (30°C), install a fan or take other measures to keep
the ambient temperature within the required range.
For the monitor laying flat on a surface (facing up)
Unit: inch [mm]
Unit: inch [mm]
For the monitor laying flat on a surface (facing down)
7-7/8 [200]
7-7/8
[200]
7-7/8 [200]
7-7/8
[200] 7-7/8 [200]
7-7/8 [200]
7-7/8 [200]
7-7/8
[200]
7-7/8 [200]
7-7/8
[200]
- Do not press hard on the LCD panel or otherwise subject
it to impacts.

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Supplied Components
If any component should be missing, please contact your dealer.
Liquid Crystal Display Monitor: 1
Remote control unit: 1
Power cord: 1
Remote control unit battery: 2
Setup Manual: 1
Cable clamp: 2
Logo sticker: 1
USB ash drive cover: 1
USB ash drive cover xing screw: 2
* For environmental protection!
Do not dispose of batteries in household waste. Follow the disposal instructions for your area.
Contents
IMPORTANT INFORMATION............................................3
DEAR SHARP CUSTOMER..............................................4
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS..................................................4
TIPS AND SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ...............................6
MOUNTING PRECAUTIONS ............................................7
Supplied Components.....................................................8
Part Names .......................................................................9
Connecting Peripheral Equipment...............................10
Connecting the Power Cord .........................................12
Binding Cables...............................................................12
Attaching the USB ash drive cover............................13
Attaching the logo sticker.............................................13
Preparing the Remote Control Unit..............................14
Installing the batteries ................................................14
Remote control operation range.................................14
Turning Power On/O󰀨....................................................15
Turning on the main power.........................................15
Turning power on/o󰀨 ..................................................15
Basic Operation .............................................................17
Using Media Player........................................................20
Playing les ................................................................20
Operations during play ...............................................21
Auto playback.............................................................21
Playing les using the SCHEDULE function ..............21
Menu Items .....................................................................22
Displaying the menu screen.......................................22
Menu item details .......................................................23
Adjustments for computer screen display ..................27
Controlling the Monitor with a computer (RS-232C) ...28
Computer connection .................................................28
Communication conditions .........................................28
Communication procedure .........................................28
RS-232C command table...........................................29
Controlling the Monitor with a computer (LAN)..........31
Command-based control............................................31
Troubleshooting.............................................................32
Specications ...............................................................33
Mounting Precautions
(For SHARP dealers and service engineers)...............37

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Part Names
1. LCD panel
2. Power LED (See page 15.) / Remote control sensor
(See page 14.)
3. AC input terminal (See page 12.)
4. Main power switch (See page 15.)
5. RS-232C input terminal (See page 11.)
6. IR output terminal (See page 11.)
7. LAN terminal (See page 11.)
8. HDMI3 input terminal (See page 10.)
9. HDMI2 input terminal (See page 10.)
10. POWER button (See page 15.)
11. INPUT button (See page 18.)
12. Audio output terminals (See page 10.)
13. USB port (See page 10.)
14. Audio input terminal (See page 10.)
15. D-sub input terminal (See page 10.)
16. HDMI1 input terminal (See page 10.)
17. Anti-theft slot ( )
Allows the monitor to be secured using a commercially
available anti-theft lock.
18. Vents
19. Speakers
nRemote control unit
2
1
1. Signal transmitter
2. Operation buttons (See page 17.)

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7
6
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Connecting Peripheral Equipment
Caution
• Be sure to turn o󰀨 the main power switch and disconnect
the plug from the power outlet before connecting/
disconnecting cables. Also, read the manual of the
equipment to be connected.
• Be careful not to confuse the input terminal with the output
terminal when connecting cables. Accidentally reversing
cables connected to the input and output terminals may
cause malfunctions and the other problems.
• Do not use any cable that has a damaged or deformed
terminal. Using such cables may cause malfunctions.
TIPS
• Images may not be displayed properly depending on the
computer (video card) to be connected.
• Use the automatic screen adjustment when a computer
screen is displayed for the rst time using D-SUB or when
the setting of the computer is changed.
• If the audio output from the playback device is connected
directly to speakers or other devices, the video on the
monitor may appear delayed from the audio portion.
Audio should be played through this monitor by connecting
the playback device to the monitor’s audio input, and
connecting the monitor’s audio output to the speakers or
other devices.
• The audio input terminals used in each input mode are as
follows.
Input mode Audio input terminal
HDMI1 HDMI1 input terminal
HDMI2 HDMI2 input terminal
HDMI3 HDMI3 input terminal
D-SUB Audio input terminal
USB USB port
1. HDMI1 input terminal
2. HDMI2 input terminal
3. HDMI3 input terminal
• Use a commercially available HDMI cable (conforming to
the HDMI standard) that supports 4K.
• When HDMI is selected, it is not necessary to connect an
audio cable to the audio input terminal.
4. D-sub input terminal
5. Audio input terminal
• Use an audio cable without resistance.
6. Audio output terminals
• The output sound varies depending on the input mode.
• The volume of the output sound can be xed by setting
AUDIO OUTPUT on the AUDIO menu.
• It is not possible to control the sound output from the
audio output terminals with the AUDIO menu.
7. USB port
• Connect a USB ash drive to the USB port.
• Do not connect a USB device other than a USB ash
drive.
• Turn o󰀨 the power of the monitor when removing a USB
ash drive.
Supported USB ash drives
File System FAT32 NTFS
Capacity Up to 32 GB.* Up to 2 TB.
* Maximum le size 4 GB.
• Do not use a USB ash drive with a security function or
a write protection function.
• Use a USB ash drive with a shape that can be inserted
in the USB port. Some USB ash drives with special
shapes cannot be inserted. Do not forcibly insert a USB
ash drive. This may damage the connector and cause
failure.

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Connecting Peripheral Equipment
8. RS-232C input terminal
• You can control the monitor from a computer by
connecting a commercially available RS-232 straight
cable between this terminal and the computer.
9. LAN terminal
• You can control the monitor from a computer on a network
by connecting a commercially available LAN cable
between this terminal and a network.
10. IR output terminal
• You can operate connected external connection
equipment through this monitor.
Point the remote control of the external connection
equipment toward the remote control sensor on this
monitor.

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Connecting the Power Cord
Caution
• Use only the power cord supplied with the monitor.
1. Turn o󰀨 the main power switch.
2. Plug the power cord (supplied) into the AC input terminal.
3. Plug the power cord (supplied) into the power outlet.
1
2
Main power
switch
AC input
terminal
Power cord (Supplied)
For power outlet
3
Binding Cables
The supplied cable clamps (a󰀩xing type) can be used to clamp the power cord and cables connected to the back of the monitor.
Caution
• Attach the supplied cable clamps to a at surface. Do not attach over a vent.
• Remove any dust or dirt before attaching.
Cable clamp
(affixing type)
Affixing point
Cable

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Attaching the USB ash drive cover
1. Insert the USB ash drive into the USB port.
USB port
2. Attach the USB ash drive cover and secure with the provided screws (x2).
Scre
w
TIPS
• If the USB ash drive cover will be attached, use a USB ash drive with dimensions no greater than 1-15/16 inch (50 mm) (L)
(including the terminal) × 13/16 inch (20 mm) (W) × 1/2 inch (12 mm) (H).
Attaching the logo sticker
You can attach the supplied logo sticker on this monitor.
Refer to the following example to attach the sticker as necessary.
Example for landscape orientation Example for portrait orientation

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Installing the batteries
1. Place your nger on the part marked with the ▲, and
then pull the cover o󰀨.
2. See the instructions in the compartment and put in the
batteries (R03 or LR03 (“AAA” size) x 2) with their plus
(+) and minus (-) sides oriented correctly.
3. Close the cover.
TIPS
• When the batteries become exhausted, replace them with
new (commercially available) batteries.
• The supplied batteries may become exhausted quickly
depending on how they are stored.
• If you will not be using the remote control for a long time,
remove the batteries.
• Use manganese or alkaline batteries only.
Preparing the Remote Control Unit
Remote control operation range
The operation range of the remote control unit is approx. 16.4
feet (5 m) at an angle of approx 10° from the center to the top/
bottom/right/left of the remote control sensor.
10°
10°10°
10°
Remote control
sensor
16.4
feet
(5 m)
TIPS
• Do not expose the remote control unit to shock by dropping
or stepping on it. This could lead to a malfunction.
• Do not expose the remote control unit to liquids, and do not
place it in an area with high humidity.
• The remote control unit may not work properly if the remote
control sensor is under direct sunlight or strong lighting.
• Objects between the remote control unit and the remote
control sensor may prevent proper operation.
• Replace the batteries when they run low as this may
shorten the remote control’s operation range.
• If a uorescent light is illuminated near the remote control
unit, it may interfere with proper operation.
• Do not use it with the remote control of other equipment
such as air conditioner, stereo components, etc.

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Caution
• Turn on the monitor rst before turning on the computer or
playback device.
• When switching the main power switch or the POWER
button o󰀨 and back on, always wait for at least 5 seconds.
A short interval may result in a malfunction.
Turning on the main power
Main power switch
O󰀨 mode, when main power is o󰀨.
Caution
• The main power must be turned on/o󰀨 with the main power
switch. Do not connect/disconnect the power cord or turn
the breaker on/o󰀨 while the main power switch is on.
• For a complete electrical disconnection, pull out the main
plug.
Turning Power On/O󰀨
Turning power on/o󰀨
Press the POWER button to turn the power ON/OFF.
You can also turn the power ON/OFF by pressing the
MONITOR ON button/MONITOR OFF button on the remote
control unit.
[Rear view] [Front view]
POWER button Power LED
Status Status of the monitor
Green lit Power on
Orange lit Power o󰀨 (Standby state*)
Green ashing Input signal waiting state
* Standby mode when POWER SAVE MODE is set to ON.
Networked standby mode when POWER SAVE MODE is set
to OFF. Networked standby mode allows the monitor to be
turned on via network (LAN, RS-232C, and HDMI CEC).
TIPS
• When the main power switch is o󰀨, the monitor cannot be
turned on.
• If the monitor is in the input signal waiting state and you
press the POWER button or MONITOR OFF button, the
monitor enters standby state.
• Setting the SCHEDULE ashes the power LED alternately
in red and orange in standby state.

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Turning Power On/O󰀨
nPower save mode
When the monitor is turned on for the rst time after being
shipped from the factory, the power save mode setting screen
will be displayed. Set it to YES or NO.
YES .........POWER SAVE MODE is set to ON.
Standby state is standby mode.
Current consumption is reduced while the monitor
is in standby state. Note, however, that the startup
time from standby state becomes longer.
NO ...........POWER SAVE MODE is set to OFF.
Standby state is networked standby mode. Startup
time from standby state is reduced. Note, however,
that more power will be consumed in standby state.
nDate/time setting
• If the time has yet to be set when the monitor is rst turned
on, the date/time setting screen appears. Set the date and
time.
• Be sure to set the date and time.
TIPS
• The clock stops if the main power remains o󰀨 for about 1
week.*
(*Approximate time. The actual time varies depending on
the state of the monitor.)

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Basic Operation
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1. HDMI
Switch the input mode to HDMI1, HDMI2 or HDMI3.
2. Numeric input buttons
These buttons are used for setting such as LAN setting.
3. MUTE
Turns o󰀨 the volume temporarily.
Press the MUTE button again to turn the sound back to the
previous level.
4. MODE (Color mode selection)
Each time you press this button, the color mode changes in
the following order:
STD (Standard) → VIVID → sRGB →
HIGH ILLUMINANCE → STD...
• HIGH ILLUMINANCE is a display with colors suited to
bright locations.
• sRGB is international standard of color representation
specied by IEC (International Electrotechnical
Commission). Color conversion is made in taking account
of liquid crystal’s characteristics and represents color tone
close to its original image.
5. VOLUME +/- (Volume adjustment)
Press + or - to adjust the volume.
6. INFORMATION
Displays monitor information.
7. FUNCTION
Disable the MONITOR BUTTONS LOCK and REMOTE
CONTROL LOCK. (See page 26.)
8. ENTER
Conrms the setting.
9. FREEZE
This is not used with this monitor.
10. Buttons for MEDIA PLAYER or operating the HDMI-
connected device
• This is used in MEDIA PLAYER. For details, see page 20.
• When HDMI CEC LINK is set to AUTO, use these buttons
to operate the device connected through the HDMI
interface.
11. ID SET
This is not used with this monitor.
12. OPTION
This is not used with this monitor.
13. DP (DisplayPort)
This is not used with this monitor.
14. SIZE (Screen size selection)
Each time you press this button, the screen size changes. (See
page 19.)
15. PIP/PbyP
This is not used with this monitor.

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16. BRIGHT +/- (Brightness adjustment)
Press + or - to adjust the brightness.
17. INPUT (Input mode selection)
The menu is displayed. Press the or button to select the
input mode, and press the ENTER button to enter.
* You can change the input mode by pressing the INPUT
button of the monitor.
Input mode Video Audio
HDMI1 HDMI1 input terminal HDMI1 input terminal
HDMI2 HDMI2 input terminal HDMI2 input terminal
HDMI3 HDMI3 input terminal HDMI3 input terminal
D-SUB D-sub input terminal Audio input terminal
USB USB port USB port
18. MENU
Displays and turns o󰀨 the menu screen. (See page 22.)
19. Cursor
These buttons are used to perform operations such as
selecting items, changing adjustment values, and moving the
cursor.
20. RETURN
Returns to the previous screen.
Basic Operation

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Basic Operation
nSwitching the screen size
Even when the screen size is changed, the display may remain the same depending on the input signal.
WIDE Displays image so it lls the entire screen.
ZOOM The image is enlarged to ll the entire screen without changing the aspect ratio.
The edges of the image may be cut o󰀨.
NORMAL Displays the image so it lls the screen without changing the aspect ratio.
Dot by Dot Displays the dots of the input signals as the corresponding dots on the screen.
TIPS
• Using this monitor’s screen-size switching function to compress or expand the screen for commercial or public viewing in
establishments like cafes or hotels may infringe on the rights of the creators, as protected by Copyright Law, so please be
careful.
• The appearance of the original video may change if you select a screen size with a di󰀨erent aspect ratio than the original
image (e.g. TV broadcast or video input from external equipment).
• When 4:3 video is viewed with the whole screen using the screen-size switching function of this monitor, the edge of the video
may be lost or appear distorted. If you wish to respect the creator’s intentions, set the screen size to “NORMAL”.
• When playing commercial software, parts of the image (like subtitles) may be cropped. In this case select the optimal screen
size using the screen-size switching function of this monitor. With some software, there may be noise or distortion at the
edges of the screen. This is due to the characteristics of the software, and is not a malfunction.
• Depending on the original video size, black bands may remain at the edges of the screen.

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You can play photo, music, and video les in a USB ash drive
connected to the monitor.
You can also play Music le during Photo le display.
For information on USB ash drive, see page 10.
nSupported formats
The types of les that can be played are as follows.
The operation of formats not indicated in the table is not
guaranteed.
Photo les
Extension Max. resolution
*.jpg (*.jpeg) 15360 x 8640
• Progressive JPEG les are not supported.
Music les
Extension Audio codec
*.mp3 MPEG-1 L2/L3, MPEG-2 L3
Video les
Video les up to 4K can be played.
Extension Video codec Audio codec
*.ts MPEG2/H.264/H.265 AAC, MP3, LPCM
*.mp4 H.264 [email protected]/
H.265 [email protected] AAC, MP3
• Both video codec and audio codec need to be supported.
• Video les up to 2160p 60 Hz can be played.
• In some cases it may not be possible to play the above les.
• A maximum of 32 alphanumeric characters can be used for
folder name and le name.
Playing les
TIPS
• Files are displayed/played according to the order you copy
them to a USB ash drive. Copy les to a USB ash drive
according to the order you want to play.
However, if le system is NTFS, les will be displayed/
played according to the order of le name.
•
You can have photo or video les play automatically when a
USB ash drive is connected or the power is turned on. (See
page 21.)
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Select the type of le to be played
1. Insert the USB ash drive into the monitor. (See page
10.)
2. Change an input mode to [USB]. (See page 18.)
3. Select the type of le to be played with the or
button, and press the ENTER button.
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Playing les
1. Displays the le to be played.
Select the folder with the , , or button and press
the ENTER button to show the les in the folder.
2. Select the le you want to play, and press the ENTER
button.
The le is selected.
Multiple les can be selected. You can also select les in
di󰀨erent folders.
3. Press the (Play) button.
The selected les are played.
TIPS
• The played screen size is NORMAL.
• If you press the (Play) button without selecting a le, all
the les in the folder will be played.
• Select “Return” folder to return to the root folder, select “Up
Folder” folder to return to the next higher folder.
• The volume can be adjusted with the VOLUME button and
MUTE button on the remote control.
• For operations during play, see page 21.
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To stop play
1. Press the (Stop) button.
Using Media Player