LCD Flat Panel

20”LCD Monitor

Owners Manual

Important Safety Instructions

WARNING

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

WARNING: To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not remove the front or back covers.

No user-serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to qualified service personnel only.

The lightning flash with arrow-head within a triangle is intended to inform the user that parts inside the product are a risk of electric shock.

Special Notices

The exclamation point within a triangle is intended to tell the user that important operating and servicing instructions are explained.

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Certain programs may be copyrighted and any unauthorized recording in whole or in part may be in violation of copyright laws in the U.S. and Canada.

FCC/CSA regulations state that any unauthorized modifications to this display may void user authority to operate it.

Warnings & Precautions

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To prevent damage which may result in fire or shock hazard, do not expose this product to rain or moisture.

To prevent electric shock, do not remove cover. No user serviceable parts are inside. Refer servicing to qualified service personnel only.

Keep display away from excessive dust, high temperature, moisture or direct sunlight.

Use in a well-ventilated area and do not cover ventilation openings.

Unauthorized modifications to this equipment or usage of an unshielded connecting cable may cause excessive interference.

When the display is not in use, disconnect it from the electric outlet.

If the picture displayed is in any way abnormal, turn off the unit and disconnect it from the electric outlet.

Verify your signal wire connections and reconnect the display to the electric outlet.

Do not place this product on an unstable cart, stand or table. The product may fall, causing serious damage.

Do not place the unit on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surfaces.

Never place the unit near or over a radiator or heat source.

Do not install unit in an enclosed area unless proper ventilation is provided.

The unit should be operated from the type of power source indicated on the label. If the type of available power is unknown, consult your dealer or local power company.

The unit is equipped with a 3-pin grounded plug. The plug will only fit into a grounded power outlet. This is a safety feature. If you are unable to insert the plug into the outlet, contact your electrician. Do not alter this plug as this will defeat the safety feature. Power cord not lighter than H05VV-F, 3G, 0.75mm

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Do not rest objects on the power cord & avoid placing power cord near high traffic areas.

Do not overload wall outlets and extension cords as this can result in a risk of fire or electric shock.

Unplug the display from the electric outlet and disconnect the antenna/cable TV system during a lightning storm or when left unused for long periods of time. This will prevent damage to the display caused by lightning and power-line surges.

Avoid overhead power lines. An outdoor antenna system should not be placed in the vicinity of overhead power lines, electric lights, or power circuits. When installing an outdoor antenna, be careful to not touch any power lines or circuits as contact with these lines can be fatal.

Do not insert any foreign objects through the ventilation openings to the display. It may touch dangerous voltage points or damage parts.

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Important Safety Instructions

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If an outdoor antenna or cable system is connected to the display, be sure the antenna or cable system is grounded to provide some protection against voltage surges and static charge buildups. Section 810 of the

National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA No.70-1984, provides information about proper grounding of the mast and supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in wire to an antenna discharge unit, size of grounding conductors, location of antenna discharge unit, connection to grounding electrodes, and requirements for the grounding electrode.

If this display is equipped with separate speakers, please remove the speakers prior to moving the display.

Moving the display with the speakers attached may cause damage or injury.

Disconnect the unit from the main supply and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions:

Power cord or plug is damaged or frayed.

Liquid has been spilled into the product and/or the unit has been exposed to water or moisture.

Unit does not operate normally when the operating instructions are not followed. Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions, improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage which often requires extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the unit to normal operation.

Unit has been dropped or the cabinet has been damaged.

Unit exhibits a distinct change in performance, indicating a need for service.

Cleaning & Maintenance

„ Disconnect from the electric outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners. Use only a slightly damp cloth for cleaning.

Special Warranty Information

Cell Defects

„ Although the display panels are produced with more than 99% percent active cells, there may be some cells that do not produce light or remain lit. This is considered normal and not a manufacturer defect.

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Regulatory Notice

FCC Statement

The Federal Communications Commission Radio Frequency Interference Statement includes the following warning:

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part

15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation.

If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television receptions, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.

Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

Warning

User must use shielded signal interface cables to maintain FCC compliance for the product. Provided with this display is a detachable power supply cord with IEC320 style terminations. It may be suitable for connection to any UL Listed personal computer with similar configuration. Before making the connection, make sure the voltage rating of the computer convenience outlet is the same as the monitor and that the ampere rating of the computer convenience outlet is equal to or exceeds the monitor voltage rating. For 120 Volt applications, use only UL Listed detachable power cord with NEMA configuration 5-15P type (parallel blades) plug cap. For

240 Volt applications use only UL Listed Detachable power supply cord with NEMA configuration 6015P type

(tandem blades) plug cap.

IC Compliance Notice

This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment Regulations of ICES-003.

Cet appareil Numerique de classe B respecte toutes les exigences du Reglemont NMB-03 sur les equipements produisant des interferences au Canada.

Notice de Conformit IC

Cet appareil numerique de classe B respecte toutes les exigences du Reglement ICES-003 sur les equipements produisant des interferences au Canada.

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Table of Contents

Important Safety Instructions ................................................................................................................... 2

Special Notices ................................................................................................................................. 2

Warnings & Precautions ................................................................................................................... 2

Cleaning & Maintenance ................................................................................................................... 3

Special Warranty Info ........................................................................................................................ 3

Regulatory Notice .................................................................................................................................... 4

Getting to Know Your Display .................................................................................................................. 7

Package Contents ............................................................................................................................ 8

Optional Accessories ........................................................................................................................ 8

Front Panel Controls ......................................................................................................................... 9

Rear Panel Connections ................................................................................................................... 10

Remote Control ................................................................................................................................. 11

Display Connections ............................................................................................................................... 13

Connecting TV or CATV .................................................................................................................... 14

Connecting a VCR ............................................................................................................................ 14

Connecting a DVD ............................................................................................................................. 15

Connecting a Set-Top Box ................................................................................................................ 17

Connecting a PC .............................................................................................................................. 18

RS-232 Connection ........................................................................................................................... 21

Basic Operations ..................................................................................................................................... 21

Powering On/Off ................................................................................................................................ 22

Changing Inputs ................................................................................................................................ 22

Volume Adjustment ........................................................................................................................... 23

On-Screen Display Menu .................................................................................................................. 24

On-Screen Status Display ................................................................................................................. 24

Picture Controls ...................................................................................................................................... 27

Adjusting Picture Settings ................................................................................................................ 28

Picture-in-Picture / Side-by-Side Picture ........................................................................................... 30

Selecting Color Temperature ............................................................................................................. 34

Adjusting Screen Size ...................................................................................................................... 34

Fine Tuning RGB Mode..................................................................................................................... 36

Sound Controls ....................................................................................................................................... 37

Adjusting Sound Settings ................................................................................................................. 38

Using Surround Sound ...................................................................................................................... 40

Advanced Functions ................................................................................................................................ 41

Sleep Timer ...................................................................................................................................... 42

OSD Menu Language ........................................................................................................................ 43

Power Save Mode ............................................................................................................................. 43

System Passcode ............................................................................................................................ 44

Information Display............................................................................................................................ 46

TV Functions........................................................................................................................................... 47

Memorizing Channels ....................................................................................................................... 48

On-Screen Status Display (TV Mode) ............................................................................................... 50

Blue Back ......................................................................................................................................... 51

Changing Channels ........................................................................................................................... 52

MTS ................................................................................................................................................. 52

Closed Captioning ............................................................................................................................. 53

Quick View ....................................................................................................................................... 54

V-Chip............................................................................................................................................... 54

Favorite Channel Programming .......................................................................................................... 57

Understanding HDTV ......................................................................................................................... 54

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Table of Contents

Appendix ................................................................................................................................................. 61

Troubleshooting ................................................................................................................................ 62

Wall Mount Instructions .................................................................................................................... 63

Specifications ................................................................................................................................... 65

Index ................................................................................................................................................ 71

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Flat Panel Monitor

Getting to Know

Your Display

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Getting to Know Your Display

Package Contents

Flat Panel Display Remote Control Batteries

User Manual Warranty Card AC Power Cord

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Front Panel Controls

Getting to Know Your Display

Volume Adjustment Buttons

Use these buttons to adjust volume up and down.

These keys also serve as navigation and adjustment keys when On Screen Display menu is engaged.

Power (Standby) Button

Turns power on/off from standby mode. There is a wait period between on/off cycles.

Menu Button

Use this button to engage the On Screen Display menu.

Select Buttons

Use these buttons to navigate through the the On

Screen Display menu. If an optional TV tuner is intalled, these buttons also function as Channel Up/

Down.

Input Button

Use this button to switch between available inputs.

Status LED

Orange - Standby ( Power OFF) with AC

power detected

The LED will illuminate in orange color if the monitor

is shut-off but the main power cord is plugged into

the back of the unit.

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Getting to Know Your Display

Rear Panel Connections

RGB Input

Connect to RGB output of computer or Set-Top box.

Component Video Inputs

Auto-detecting component video inputs (Y/Pb/Pr or Y/Cb/Cr) for connecting to the component output jacks of a DVD player or Set-Top Box.

Composite Inputs

Connect Composite signals from external sources such VCRs or DVD players.

S-video Inputs

Connect S-video signals from external sources such VCRs or DVD players.

Antenna Jack

Connect to TV or CATV antenna.

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Getting to Know Your Display

Remote Control

Standby Power On/Off

Push this button to turn on the monitor from Standby mode. Push it again to turn off to Standby mode.

Sleep Timer

Engages Sleep Timer Settings.

(See Page 50)

Sound Mute On/Off

Closed Captioning

Turns on Closed Caption Mode. (See Page 61)

Favorite Channel

Recalls TV channels programmed using favorite channel memory.

(See Page 65)

V-Chip

Engages V-Chip protection circuitry settings. (See Page

62)

Menu

Engages the OSD menu.

PIP (Picture-in-Picture Button)

Turns on PIP (Picture-in-Picture) mode and POP (Side-by-

Side) picture mode. (See Page 36)

PIP/POP Source

Changes the input source of the PIP or POP sub-window.

(See Page 37)

Recall

Recalls default picture settings. (See Page 34)

Channel Fav. Set

Engages Favorite Channel Settting. (See Page 65)

Input Select

Press to select input signal modes sequentially. (See

Page 26)

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AIR/CABLE

Engage AIR or CABLE settings.

Swap

This key swaps the main and sub picture windows under PIP or POP modes. (See page 38)

PIP Position

This key changes the PIP sub-window to 4 different corner locations. (See Page 38)

MTS Stereo

Engages MTS stereo reception for TV. (See Page 60)

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Getting to Know Your Display

Remote Control

SOURROND

Press to turn on/off LOUNDNESS.

LOUDNESS

Number Keypad

Use number keypad to select the TV channel you want to watch.

QuickView

Use QuickView key to recall the last TV channel watched. (See Page 66)

Channel UP/DOWN

Change TV channels sequentially by pressing +/-.

Volume +/-

Turns volume up or down.

Direct Input Selection Keys

Directly change input signal selection by pressing the appropriate key..

Discrete Power ON/OFF

Press OFF to send monitor into Standby mode.

Press ON to power on from standby mode.

Full Search

Press to start channel search.

CH ADD/SKIP

Engages add channel or skip channel settings.

BLUE BACK

Press to turn on/off Blue Back setting.

Display

Press to show the status of the monitor.

(See Page 29)

Battery Installation

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Flat Panel Monitor

Display

Connections

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Display Connections

Connecting TV or CATV

Connecting to TV or Cable TV

Make sure your monitor is equipped with a TV tuner. You can tell by looking at the connection jacks located on the back of the monitor. If there is a threaded-screw type of connector (called the RF connector), then you have a TV tuner. If you do not see this type of connector, then you do not have a TV tuner installed.

Connect the RF cable from the antenna or cable socket to the RF connector labeled as TV on the back of the monitor.

Connecting a VCR

Using S-Video Input

Connect the S-Video (4-pin DIN) connector from the VCR to the S-Video input on the back of monitor.

Connect the red (R) and white (L) audio jacks from the VCR to the (R) and (L) audio-in jacks located next to the S-Video connector.

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„ There are two sets of S-Video inputs provided.

Using Composite Input

Connect the yellow (video) out connector from the VCR to the yellow video input on the back of monitor.

Note:

„ There are two sets of composite inputs provided.

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Display Connections

Connect the red (R) and white (L) audio-out jacks from the VCR to the R and L audio-in jacks located next to the yellow Video connector.

Using TV Input

Connect the output to TV (RF out or Antenna out) connector from the VCR to the ANT input on the back of monitor.

Notes:

„ Cable must be connected from wall/cable box into the VCRs antenna (RF) input.

Connecting a DVD

Using Component Video Input

There are two sets of component video inputs provided. You can use either set of component inputs to connect your DVD.

Connect the green-colored (labeled as Y) jack from the DVD to the green-colored jack of the monitor.

Connect the blue-colored (labed as P

B or C

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Connect the red-colored (labed as PRor CR) jack from the DVD to the red-colored jack of the monitor.

Connect the red (R) and white (L) audio jacks from the DVD to the R and L audio-in jacks located up on the component connector.

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Display Connections

Connecting a DVD (con’t)

Using S-Video Input

Connect the S-Video (4-pin DIN) connector from the DVD to the S-Video input on the back of monitor.

Connect the red (R) and white (L) audio jacks from the DVD to the (R) and (L) audio-in jacks located next to the S-Video connector.

Using Composite Input

Connect the yellow (video) out connector from the DVD to the yellow video input on the back of monitor.

Connect the red (R) and white (L) audio-out jacks from the DVD to the R and L audio-in jacks located next to the yellow Video connector.

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Display Connections

Connecting a DVD (con’t)

Using Component Video Input

There are one set of component video input provided. You can use this component input to connect your STB.

Connect the green-colored (labeled as Y) jack from the STB to the green-colored jack of the monitor.

Connect the blue-colored (labed as P

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Connect the red-colored (labed as Pb or Cb) jack from the STB to the red-colored jack of the monitor.

Connect the red (R) and white (L) audio jacks from the STB to the R and L audio-in jacks located up on the component connector.

Using RGB Input

Connect the 15-pin D-Sub RGB connector from the back of the HDTV set top box to the RGB-IN

Connector located on the back of the monitor.

Connect the red (R) and white (L) audio-out jacks from the HDTV set top box to the 3.5 mm ear-phone audio-in jacks located next to the

RGB IN connector.

Mini-stereo to

Notes:

„ Some HDTV Set top boxes may not have a RGB output. Use Component Video input or DVI input method if this is the case.

„ Upon connecting your HDTV set top box to the RGB input of the monitor, it may be necessary to adjust various picture settings on the monitor to correctly match the output of the HDTV set top box.

This is caused by the different video timings set by various HDTV set top box manufacturers. (See

Page 42 for more information).

„ RGB input may not be available on your display as this is an optional accessory. Please contact your local sales representative for purchase information.

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Display Connections

Connecting a PC

Using RGB Video Input

For most PCs, connect the 15-pin D-Sub RGB

IN Cconnector from the back of the PC to the

RGB connector located on the back of the monitor.

Connect the red (R) and white (L) audio jacks from the PC to the 3.5 mm ear-phone audio-in jack located next to the RGB connector.

3.5mm

Setting Up Your Monitor Using Plug and Play

This monitor adheres to VESA Plug and Play standard to eliminate complicated and time consuming setup of monitors. This monitor identifies itself to the computer and automatically sends the PC its Extended Display

Identification Data (EDID) using Display Data Channel (DDC) protocols.

How to Set up Your PC for Use with Monitor (Windows)

The display settings for a typical Windows-based computer are shown below; however, actual screens on your computer will differ depending on the version of Windows and video card equipped with the computer. Even though the actual screen may look different from example displayed below, basic set-up routine will apply in most cases.

Go to Window’s CONTROL PANEL by clicking:

START, SETTINGS, CONTROL PANEL. The

CONTROL PANEL Window is displayed. Select the DISPLAY icon from this window.

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The DISPLAY PROPERTIES dialog box is displayed. Select the SETTINGS tab to display your computer’s video output settings.

Set the “Screen Resolution” settings to 640x480

PIXELS. For COLOR QUALITY, select 24 BIT

COLOR (might also be expressed as 16 million colors).

If a vertical-frequency option exists, set the value to

60 or 60 Hz.

Click OK to complete the setting.

Display Connections

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Display Connections

Connecting a PC (con’t)

Supported Resolutions

This monitor supports the following resolutions

Mode and Resolution

720(VGA) ×400

640(VGA) × 480

640(VGA) × 480

640(VGA) × 480

640(VGA) × 480

800(SVGA) × 600

800(SVGA) × 600

800(SVGA) × 600

800(SVGA) × 600

800(SVGA) × 600

1024(XGA) × 768

640(Macintosh) × 480

832(Macintosh) × 624

720 x 480p

1280 × 720p

1920 ×1080i

Refresh Horizontal Vertical V-Sync H-Sync

Rate Frequency Frequency Polariy Polarity Dot rate

(Hz) (kHz) (Hz) (TTL) (TTL) (MHz)

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53.674

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59.940

72.809

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56.250

60.317

72.188

75.000

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