Preliminary Remarks. Barco LCS-42, LC series R5976934, LCN-47, LCS-47, LC-42, LCN-42, LC-47, R5976934
Below you will find brief information for Monitor LCN-47, Monitor LCS-47, Monitor LCN-42, Monitor LCS-42. These monitors from the LC series offer Super MVA TFT LCD technology with HD resolution (1920x1080 pixels) and various interfaces for analog and digital video and data inputs. They feature an Infrared remote control unit and OnScreenDisplay for easy adjustments and settings. The document covers unpacking, installation, cabling, and controlling these monitors, including their technical specifications, maintenance, and troubleshooting tips.
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1. Preliminary Remarks
1 Preliminary Remarks
This manual describes unpacking, installation, cabling and controlling of the monitors of Barco's LC series.
The monitors of Barco's LC series are based on Super MVA TFT LCD technology and feature bright and wide images with clear contrast.
The LCD panels have 1920x1080 pixels (HD resolution) to allow extreme fine pictures at 16.7 millions colors.
The monitors provide a set of interfaces to connect any analog video and analog and digital RGB data .
All settings can easily be accessed and modified by means of the Infrared remote control unit and the
OnScreenDisplay.
RS232 remote control is also possible.
The monitors are available with a screen diagonal of 42" and 47".
LCN-47
LCS-47
LCN-42
LCS-42
Monitor with a screen diagonal of 47inch, Super MVA TFT LCD technology, HD resolution (1920x1080 pixels), aspect ratio 16:9
Monitor with a screen diagonal of 47inch, Super MVA TFT LCD technology, HD resolution (1920x1080 pixels), aspect ratio 16:9, HD-SDI input
Monitor with a screen diagonal of 42inch, Super MVA TFT LCD technology, HD resolution (1920x1080 pixels), aspect ratio 16:9
Monitor with a screen diagonal of 42inch, Super MVA TFT LCD technology, HD resolution (1920x1080 pixels), aspect ratio 16:9, HD-SDI input
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1.1 How this manual is organized
This manual is divided into 13 chapters:
• Preliminary remarks explains the structure of the manual itself and the used typographic styles and symbols. Safety information is provided concerning the monitors of Barco's LC series.
• Unpacking and Installation gives instructions how to unpack the monitors and general installation requirements
• Design and function provides a technical description of the equipment listing the fundamental characteristics and functional principles. Knowledge of this section is not absolutely essential for operation.
• Controlling explains how the monitors are controlled
• The On Screen Display explains the commands of the menus
• Maintenance and servicing explains how the equipment can be serviced.
• Technical data of the 42" versions provides tabular overviews about the technical details of the monitor LCN-42 and LCS-42
• Technical data of the 47" versions provides tabular overviews about the technical details of the monitor LCN-47 and LCS-47
• Compliant timing lists the compliant timing of the monitor
• Trouble shooting gives hints in case the monitor does not work
• Compliance statement
Includes the FCC statement
• Accessories lists the available accessories and their installation
• Contact lists address details of the help desk
Chapters, pages, and tables are numbered separately. Chapters are indicated by a »point syntax«, e. g. 4.2.3, pages and tables by a »dash syntax«, e. g. 2-1.
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1.2 Styles and symbols
The typographic styles and the symbols used in this document have the following meaning:
Bold Labels, menus and buttons are printed in Bold font.
Condensed Links to both other chapters of this manual and to sites in the Internet are printed condensed . In the on-line version of this manual all hyperlinks appear teal .
Courier Names of files and parts from programs are printed in the Courier font.
Courier bold Inputs you are supposed to do from the keyboard are printed in Courier bold font.
If you do not heed instructions indicated by this symbol there is a risk of damage to the equipment!
If you do not heed instructions indicated by this symbol there is a risk of electrical shock and danger to personal health!
If you do not heed instructions indicated by this symbol there is a risk of damage to parts, which are sensitive towared electrostatic charge!
If you do not heed instructions indicated by this symbol there is a risk to get harmed by sharp objects!
If you do not heed instructions indicated by this symbol there is a risk that parts may explode!
If you do not heed instructions indicated by this symbol there is a risk that hot parts impact persons or objects!
The sheet icon indicates additional notes.
Next to this icon you find further information.
This hand marks tips.
Next to this icon you find important notes.
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1.3 Safety information
This section describes safety precautions which must be observed when installing a product from Barco.
Safety standards
The safety standards of information technology equipment impose important requirements on the use of safety critical components, materials and isolation, in order to protect the user or operator against the risk of electric shock and energy hazard, and having access to live parts.
Safety standards also impose limits to the internal and external temperature rises, radiation levels, mechanical stability and strength, enclosure construction and protection against risk of fire.
Simulated single fault condition testing ensures the safety of the equipment to the use even when the equipment’s normal operation fails.
General safety instructions
• All the safety and operating instructions should be read before using this unit.
• The operating instructions manual should be retained for future reference.
• All warnings on the device and in the documentation manuals should be adhered to.
• All instructions for operating and use of this equipment must be followed precisely.
• All local installation codes should be adhered to.
Installation and preliminary adjustments should be performed by qualified Barco personnel or authorized Barco service dealers.
1.3.1 Safety on installation
Check the power rating on your outlet before connecting the devices to the wall outlet or to a power strip. Contact your facilities manager or a qualified electrician if you are not sure what type of power is supplied to your building.
The devices are designed to operate with single-phase power systems having a grounded neutral conductor. To reduce the risk of electrical shock, do not plug into any other type of power system.
A. Mains lead (AC Power cord) with CEE 7 plug:
The colors of the mains lead are colored in accordance with the following code:
Green-and-yellow: Earth (safety earth)
Blue:
Brown:
Neutral
Line (live)
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B. Power cord with NEMA 15-5 plug:
The wires of the power cord are colored in accordance with the following code:
Green or green/yellow: Ground
White or blue:
Black or brown:
Neutral
Line (live)
• Do not allow anything to rest on the power cord. Do not locate this product where persons will walk on the cord.
• To disconnect the cord, pull it out by the plug. Never pull the cord itself.
• If an extension cord is used with this product, make sure that the total of the ampere ratings on the products plugged into the extension cord does not exceed the extension cord ampere rating. Also make sure that the total of all products plugged into the wall outlet does not exceed 15 amperes.
• Never push objects of any kind into this product through cabinet slots as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short out parts that could result in a risk of fire or electrical shock.
• Never spill liquid of any kind on the product. Should any liquid or solid object fall into the cabinet, unplug the set and have it checked by qualified service personnel before resuming operations.
• Lightning - For added protection for this video product during a lightning storm, or when it is left unattended and unused for long periods of time, unplug it from the wall outlet. This will prevent damage to the monitor due to lightning and AC power-line surges.
Warning: Do not place flammable or combustible materials near the monitor!
Transportation
• Any transportation of the unopened unit in its packaging should be done by two persons.
• In transportation or storage of products in original packing, NEVER stack more than the number stated on the carton box. This warning is also indicated on the side of the card box.
• For transportation or storage, observe the warnings and instructions on the side of the card box.
Nearby equipment
If air conditioning ducts or lamps, etc. are located near the installation site, the attendant dust, extreme temperatures, humidity, and condensation may become sources of trouble. Please take sufficient steps to avoid this.
Safety locations
Do not install the unit where it may be easily touched or leaned against. Avoid locations subject to high vibrations or severe impacts. Do not install the unit where it is exposed to humidity, oil, smoke or excessive dust.
Mechanical stress.
Please be careful not to apply strong mechanical stress (shock, drop) to the LCD module. Such stress may cause break of screen glass and lamp or may be the cause for failure.
Pressure to screen surface.
Please be careful not to apply strong pressure to the screen surface. Such pressure may cause scratches at the surface or may be the cause of failure.
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Protection against scratch.
Please be careful not to hit, press or rub the screen surface with hard material like tools. In addition, please do not put heavy or hard material on the screen surface, and do not stack monitors. Polarizer at the front surface can be easily scratched.
Temperature dependence of the display.
Response speed (optical response) of the LCD display is dependent on temperature. Under low temperature, response speed is slower. Also brightness and chromaticity change slightly depend on temperature.
Image retention
Displaying the same pattern for a long time may cause image sticking, vertical dark lines or other forms of image artifacts. This is a common phenomenon of all LCD displays. It disappears after some time if the pattern is changed, or the monitor is switched off. However, image retention is not subject of warranty.
For more information contact Barco for a white paper on this topic.
Lightning conditions
Consider existing lightning and sunlight angles when creating the installation layout. Extremely bright lightning can reduce the visibility and the quality of the displayed image.
In extremely bright surroundings, adjusting screen intensity may not result in perceptibly brighter images. Keep in mind that extreme intensity settings can reduce system service life.
Barco products are designed and manufactured to meet the most stringent safety regulations. Exposing flammable or combustible materials into close proximity of this device could result in the spontaneous ignition of that material, resulting in a fire. For this reason, it is absolutely necessary to leave an "exclusion zone" around all external surfaces of the monitor whereby no flammable or combustible materials are present. The exclusion zone must be not less than 10 cm (4"). Do not cover the monitor with any material while it is in operation.
Keep flammable and combustible materials away from the monitor at all times. Mount the monitor in a well ventilated area away from sources of ignition and out of direct sun light. Never expose this product to rain or excessive moisture. In the event of fire, use sand, CO
2
, or dry powder fire extinguishers; never use water on an electrical fire.
Always have service performed on this product by authorized Barco service personnel. Always insist on genuine
Barco replacement parts. Never use non-Barco replacement parts as they may degrade the safety of this device.
Use only the power cord supplied with your device. While appearing to be similar, other power cords have not been safety tested at the factory and may not be used to power the display. For a replacement power cord, contact your dealer.
Slots and openings in the cabinet and the sides are provided for ventilation; to ensure reliable operation of the device and to protect it from overheating, these openings must not be blocked or covered. This product should never be placed near or over a radiator or heat register. This product should not be placed in a built-in installation or enclosure unless proper ventilation is provided.
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1.3.2 Safety on servicing
Do not attempt to service this device yourself, as opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage potential and risk of electric shock! Refer all monitor service to a qualified Barco service center.
Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions since improper adjustment of the other controls may result in damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the product to normal operation.
Call for service in the following conditions:
• When the power cord or plug is damaged or frayed.
• If liquid has been spilled into the device.
• If the product has been exposed to rain or water.
• If the product does not operate normally when the operating instructions are followed.
• If the product has been dropped or the cabinet has been damaged;
• If the product exhibits a distinct change in performance, indicating a need for service.
Replacement parts
When replacement parts are required, be sure the service technician has used original Barco replacement parts or authorized replacement parts which have the same characteristics as the Barco original part. Unauthorized substitutions may result in degraded performance and reliability, fire, electric shock or other hazards. Unauthorized substitutions may void warranty.
Safety check
Upon completion of any service or repairs to this unit, ask the service technician to perform safety checks to determine that the unit is in proper operating condition.
Protection
Please do not disassemble or modify the LCD module to avoid the possibility of electric shock, damage of electronic components, scratch at display surface and invasion of foreign particles. In addition, such activity may result in fire accident due to burning of electronic component.
The LCD module disassembled or modified by customer is out of warranty.
Please be careful in handling of display with broken glass. When the display glass breaks, please pay attention not to injure your fingers. The display surface has the plastic film attached, which prevents dispersion of glass pieces; however touching broken edge will injure your fingers. Also the lamp (Cold Cathode Fluorescent Lamp) is made of glass, therefore please pay attention in the same way.
Please do not touch the fluid flown out of broken display glass. If the fluid should stick to hand or clothes, wipe off with soap or alcohol immediately and then wash it with water.
If the fluid should get in your eyes, wash your eyes immediately with pure water for more than 15 minutes and then consult the doctor.
The lamp contains mercury inside. Please follow the regulations or rules established by local authorities at its disposal..
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1.3.3 Safety on shipping
Original shipping package
Save the original shipping packing material; they will come in handy if you ever have to ship one of your installed modules. For maximum protection, repack your set as it was originally packed at the factory.
1.3.4 Precautions
For your own protection, observe the following safety precautions!
• Observe all warnings and instructions printed on the devices!
• Check that the voltage and frequency of your power supply match those printed on the device label with the rated electrical values!
• Servicing not explicitly mentioned in this manual should never be carried out by unauthorized personnel!
• Some parts of the body are hot during operation. Please be careful.
• In case of moving long-distance, wrap the unit with blanket to avoid damages. Be careful not to bump the unit.
• Do not spray
Unused for long periods of time
For added protection for this video product during a lightning storm, or when it is left unattended an unused for long periods of time, unplug it from the wall outlet. This will prevent damage to the LCD module due to lightning and AC power-line surges
1.3.5 Malfunction or Trouble
Trouble
Smoke or peculiar smells comes from the unit
No picture or sound
Water is spilled or objects are dropped inside the unit
The unit is dropped or the cabinet is damaged
The power cord or plug is damaged or becomes hot take the following steps
Remove the power plug from the outlet immediately!
Make sure that the smoke or smell has stopped, then contact your dealer for inspection
Remove the power plug from the outlet immediately!
Contact your dealer for inspection
Remove the power plug from the outlet immediately!
Contact your dealer for inspection
Remove the power plug from the outlet immediately!
Contact your dealer for inspection
Power off the unit with the power switch on the rear side.
When the power plug has cooled down, remove the power plug from the wall outlet!
Contact your dealer for inspection risk of fire or an electric shock fire or an electric shock fire or an electric shock fire or an electric shock fire or an electric shock
1.3.6 Unpacking of devices
Note advises on the packaging for unpacking!
Please refer to chapter
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1.3.7 Modification of devices
Mechanical or electrical modifications others than described in this manual must not be made to the devices.
Barco is not liable for damages resulting from modified devices.
Only authorized personnel should carry out other maintenance work not explicitly mentioned in this user's manual!
Never open the case of the monitor without first disconnecting the power supply cord!
Measurements and tests with an opened device may be carried out only in the factory or by specially trained personnel, due to the dangers of electrical shock.
1.3.8 Disposal or handing over to a new owner
• Do not mix with other general waste.
• Do not dispose the LCD monitor in waste treated by a waste treatment center.
The lamp contains mercury inside. Please follow the regulations or rules established by local autorithies at its disposal..
1.3.9 Exemptions
• This monitor is not liable for any damage caused by natural disaster (such as earthquake, thunder, etc.), fires, acts by third parties, accidents, owner’s intentional misuse and fault, or uses in other improper conditions.
• This monitor is not liable for incidental damages (such as profit loss or interruption in business, modification or erasure of record data, etc.) caused by use or inability to use of this product.
• This monitor is not liable for any damage caused by neglect of the instructions described in the owner’s manual.
• This monitor is not liable for any damage caused by misuse or malfunction through simultaneous use of this product and the connected equipment or software.
• This monitor is not liable for any damage caused by neglect of the instructions described about the installation stand in the owner’s manual.
• This monitor is not liable for any damage caused by improper installation.
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Key features
- Super MVA TFT LCD technology
- HD resolution (1920x1080)
- Multiple video input interfaces
- SDI/HD-SDI interface (LCS models)
- Infrared remote control
- OnScreenDisplay (OSD)
- RS232 remote control
- Available in 42" and 47" sizes