Features ............................................................................................................................................................................................... English-2
Important Information ........................................................................................................................................................................... English-3
Parts Name and Functions ................................................................................................................................................................... English-8
Preparation for use ............................................................................................................................................................................... English-12
[P-1] Preparation for installation ........................................................................................................................................................ English-13
[P-2] Installing the monitor ................................................................................................................................................................. English-14
[P-3] Installing the optional speakers ................................................................................................................................................ English-17
[P-7] Connecting L AN ........................................................................................................................................................................ English-28
[P-8] Connecting a USB device ......................................................................................................................................................... English-29
[P-9] Connecting the power cord to the monitor .............................................................................................................................. English-30
How to Use............................................................................................................................................................................................ English-31
[U-1] Turning on all the connected devices ....................................................................................................................................... English-32
[U-2] Selecting the video input ...............................................................................................
[U-3] Controlling the external devices ............................................................................................................................................... English-35
[U-4] Selecting the OSD language ..................................................................................................................................................... English-35
[U-10] Volume and tone control ........................................................................................................................................................... English-38
[U-12] Remote control .......................................................................................................................................................................... English-41
[U-13] Setting the USB device .............................................................................................................................................................English-44
Confi guration and basic operation of OSD screen .............................................................................................................................. English-45
Other functions ..................................................................................................................................................................................... English-57
Troubleshooti ng .................................................................................................................................................................................... English-62
Buttons, Switch, and Indicator .............................................................................................................................................. English-8
Connectors and Terminals .................................................................................................................................................... English-9
Wireless Remote Control ...................................................................................................................................................... English-10
How to Use the Wireless Remote Control ............................................................................................................................ English-11
Flow of preparation ............................................................................................................................................................... English-12
Determine the installation location........................................................................................................................................ English-13
Ventilation requirements for enclosure mounting ................................................................................................................. English-13
To avoid the monitor from falling ........................................................................................................................................... English-13
Installing and removing the stands ....................................................................................................................................... English-14
Using the wall mount or ceiling mount .................................................................................................................................. English-14
Installing in the portrait or face-up position ......................................................................................................................... English-15
Using the monitor without the bezel ..................................................................................................................................... English-16
Prevention of disconnection of HDMI cable ......................................................................................................................... English-18
Connecting with a computer (analog connection) ................................................................................................................ English-19
Connecting with a computer (digital connection) ................................................................................................................. English-20
Connecting a video device (component video/HDMI device) .............................................................................................. English-21
Connecting a video device (composite video/S video device)/stereo amplifi er .................................................................. English-22
Installation of the extension module ..................................................................................................................................... English-23
SDI for long-distance connection or multiple-monitor connection ..................................................................................... English-23
CAT5 for long-distance connection or multiple-monitor connection .................................................................................. English-24
Monitor control via RS-232C ................................................................................................................................................. English-27
Monitor connection using LAN ............................................................................................................................................. English-28
Connecting multiple USB devices using the USB hub function .......................................................................................... English-29
Connecting the power source ............................................................................................................................................... English-30
Flow of How to Using ............................................................................................................................................................ English-31
Turning on external devices .................................................................................................................................................. English-32
Turning on the monitor .......................................................................................................................................................... English-32
Power Management Function ............................................................................................................................................... English-33
How to set up schedule ......................................................................................................................................................... English-40
RS-232C/RS-485 Remote control ........................................................................................................................................English-41
LAN Remote control .............................................................................................................................................................. English-43
Confi guration of OSD screen ................................................................................................................................................ English-45
Basic operation of OSD ......................................................................................................................................................... English-46
Control Lock mode ................................................................................................................................................................ English-57
OSD information .................................................................................................................................................................... English-57
Supplemental information of the auto brightness function .................................................................................................. English-59
PIP, POP function .................................................................................................................................................................. English-60
Remote control numbering function ..................................................................................................................................... English-61
English
English-1
Features
Engineered Specially for Public Display Use with High
Durability and High-level Specifi cations
Panel Designed for Heavy Use
Highly durable LCD panel for commercial use.
Able to keep displaying crisp, vivid images and endures harsh environments
of various public places such as airports and stations.
High Brightness, High Contrast
High brightness of 700 cd/m2 and high contrast ratio of 1300:1.
Offers brightness as high as 700 cd/m
places. A high contrast ratio of 1300:1 delivers sharp images with clear black
and white colors, allowing viewers to read displayed information even from a
distance.
2
for easy viewing in welllit public
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Enhanced Display Functionality for Various Commercial Use/
Support for System Confi guration Suitable for Diversifi ed
Applications
Tiling Capability with Frame compensation
Up to 25 panels (5 wide x 5 high) can be combined to create a single large
image (i.e., video wall) or other high-impact signage. A frame compensation
function is incorporated to compensate the width of panel bezels so that
images are displayed with the utmost accuracy.
PiP, PoP and Side-by-side
Picture-in-Picture and Picture-out-of-Picture are available when you want
to display video content from a video input source in the sub picture and
display the PC input source in the main picture, and vice versa.
The native resolution as high as 1920 x 1080 can display these two input
sources in the Side-by-side mode, ideal for broadcasting and videoconferencing applications.
Pages 10, 51, and 60
Page 56
Option slot allowing installation of extension modules
according to applications
Option Slot
You can mount Intel OPS-compliant extension modules on the monitor. With
an OPS-compliant extension module, you can extend the functionality of the
monitor according to the purpose of use. In addition, the uniquely developed
analog connector allows you to use the CAT5 Rx BOX (option, DP-2CA5-R)
selectively.
SDI Connection (option)
Compliant with 3G-SDI standards and capable of lossless transmission of
60-frame progressive video signals with full HD resolution (1920 x 1080).
With only a single long cable of up to 100 meters long, images are displayed
faithfully. The monitor is equipped with an SDI output connector to support
digital daisy-chain connection.
CAT5 Video Connection (option)
Transmitting analog video signal and control signal over a single CAT5 cable.
You can transmit analog RGB video signal and display control signal over a
single CAT5 cable up to 150 meters at the maximum. Furthermore, you can
connect up to 4 monitors in a daisy-chain confi guration using CAT5 cable
(max. 200 meters).
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Variable Management Functions Supporting Effi cient
Operation and Management
Programmable Scheduling Function
The monitor’s operating schedule can be programmed for up to seven
different scheduled time intervals by time, day of the week and input port.
This allows video content from different inputs to be displayed on certain
monitors within the same installation according to the schedule, and extends
the monitor’s life and saves the power by turning it off during those hours or
days it is not in use.
Screen-saver Functions
To reduce image persistence and maximize the panel life in demanding
signage applications, this product is equipped with four screen-saver
functions.
• GAMMA
• COOLING FAN
• BRIGHTNESS
• MOTION
Pages 39, 40, and 54
Page 52
Power-on Delay
For installations employing numerous monitors, the power-on delay function
can power up the monitors sequentially with delay between 2-50 seconds
after the power is applied. Using this function can prevent inrush current
problems and reduce the overall electrical load requirements when a single
power supply is used.
Page 56
Brightness Compensation by the Ambient Light Sensors for
Enhanced Visibility and Lower Power Consumption
Ambient Light Sensors (Brightness sensors)
Automatic screen brightness adjustment for enhanced visibility and lower
power consumption.
The ambient light sensors on the front and rear of the monitor detect not
only the light refl ected on the front but also that on the rear to automatically
obtain optimum brightness. Besides, the monitor adjusts its screen
brightness according to the brightness of the displayed images. The screen
is always easy to view in spite of brightness variation in the daytime and
nighttime.
Pages 8 and 59
Others
DisplayPort
DisplayPort-compliant terminal is provided.
The monitor is equipped with a terminal supporting DisplayPort, the digital
interface standard. You can transmit video signals over a single cable of
max. 15 meters long.
Built-in Speakers
Speakers inside the display unit create stereo sounds and used to
communicate voice messages. External special optional speakers can be
connected, so that the built-in and external speakers can be switched for
use.
Remote Control
Special wireless remote control supports major operations and settings.
The special wireless remote control is supplied for major controls such as
power-on/off, video source switching, and various settings.
Double-speed Clear Picture (CP MODE)
Extra frames are generated from the original 60-frame-per-second image
based on motion estimation and interpolated to display 120 frames per
second. The afterimage effects are reduced and fast-motion images are
displayed smoothly. This function also makes moving objects such as
scrolling tickers easy to view and shows great effect in digital signage
applications where information is conveyed in a short time.
Closed Caption
You can display captions.
When closed-caption video signals are input, you can select to display or
hide the captions on the screen.
This monitor is compliant with EIA-608-A.
USB hub function
Multiple USB devices can be connected to the computer.
The monitor is equipped with the USB hub having four self-powered
downstream ports, where the USB devices can be connected. You will fi nd
this function convenient when mounting a device such as a touch-panel unit
on the monitor.
Pages 9 and 20
Pages 8, 17, and 38
Pages 10 and 11
Page 55
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Pages 9, 29 and 44
English-2
Important Information
Canadian Department of Communications Compliance Statement
DOC: This Class A digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment Regulations.
C-UL: Bears the C-UL Mark and is in compliance with Canadian Safety Regulations according to CAN/CSA C22.2
No. 60950-1.
FCC Information
1. Use the attached specifi ed cables with the MDT551S (D2043) color monitor so as not to interfere with radio and television
reception.
(1) Please use the supplied power cord or equivalent to ensure FCC compliance.
(2) Please use the supplied shielded video signal cable, 15-pin mini D-SUB to 15-pin mini D-SUB.
2. 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.
3. You are cautioned that changes or modifi cations not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could
void your authority to operate the equipment.
Windows is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation.
HDMI, the HDMI logo, and High-Defi nition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing
LLC in the United States and other countries.
The DisplayPort Icon is a trademark of the Video Electronics Standards Association, registered in the U.S. and other
countries.
Intel is a trademark of Intel Corporation in the United States and other countries.
All other brands and product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective owners.
English
English-3
Important Information (continued)
WARNING
TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARDS, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS UNIT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. ALSO, DO NOT USE THIS UNIT’S
POLARIZED PLUG WITH AN EXTENSION CORD RECEPTACLE OR OTHER OUTLETS UNLESS THE PRONGS CAN BE FULLY INSERTED.
REFRAIN FROM OPENING THE CABINET AS THERE ARE HIGH VOLTAGE COMPONENTS INSIDE.
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
CAUTION
CAUTION:
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, MAKE SURE POWER CORD IS UNPLUGGED FROM WALL SOCKET. TO
FULLY DISENGAGE THE POWER TO THE UNIT, PLEASE DISCONNECT THE POWER CORD FROM THE AC OUTLET. DO
NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE
PERSONNEL.
This symbol warns user that uninsulated voltage within the unit may have suffi cient magnitude to cause electric shock.
Therefore, it is dangerous to make any kind of contact with any part inside this unit.
This symbol alerts the user that important literature concerning the operation and maintenance of this unit has been
included. Therefore, it should be read carefully in order to avoid any problems.
CAUTION
This LCD Monitor uses a lamp that contains mercury. Disposal of the lamp or the LCD Monitor with the lamp may be
regulated due to environmental considerations. For disposal or recycling information, please contact your local authorities or
the Electronic Industries Alliance: www.eiae.org. (For US only).
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Declaration
Declaration of the Manufacturer
We hereby certify that the color monitor MDT551S (D2043)
is in compliance with
Council Directive 2006/95/EC:
— EN 60950-1
Council Directive 2004/108/EC:
— EN 55022
— EN 61000-3-2
— EN 61000-3-3
— EN 55024
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.
and marked with
Mitsubishi Electric Corporation
2-7-3, Marunouchi,
Chiyoda-Ku
Tokyo 100-8310, Japan
Declaration of the Manufacturer
Note: This symbol mark is for EU countries only.
This symbol mark is according to the directive 2002/96/EC Article 10 Information for users and
Annex IV, and/or to the directive 2006/66/EC Article 20 Information for end-users and Annex II.
Your MITSUBISHI ELECTRIC product is designed and manufactured with high quality materials and
components which can be recycled and/or reused.
This symbol means that electrical and electronic equipment, batteries and accumulators, at their end-of-life,
should be disposed of separately from your household waste.
If a chemical symbol is printed beneath the symbol shown above, this chemical symbol means that the
battery or accumulator contains a heavy metal at a certain concentration. This will be indicated as follows:
Hg: mercury (0,0005%), Cd: cadmium (0,002%), Pb: lead (0,004%)
In the European Union there are separate collection systems for used electrical and electronic products,
batteries and accumulators.
Please, dispose of this equipment, batteries and accumulators correctly at your local community waste
collection/recycling centre.
Please, help us to conserve the environment we live in!
English
English-5
Safety Precautions, Maintenance & Recommended Use
FOR OPTIMUM PERFORMANCE, PLEASE NOTE
THE FOLLOWING WHEN SETTING UP AND USING
THE LCD COLOR MONITOR:
• DO NOT REMOVE MONITOR BACK COVER. There are
no user serviceable parts inside and opening or removing
covers may expose you to dangerous shock hazards or
other risks.
Refer all servicing to qualifi ed service personnel.
• Do not spill any liquids into the cabinet or use your monitor
near water.
• Do not insert objects of any kind into the cabinet slots,
as they may touch dangerous voltage points, which can
be harmful or fatal or may cause electric shock, fi re or
equipment failure.
• Do not place any heavy objects on the power cord.
Damage to the cord may cause shock or fi re.
• Do not place this product on a sloping or unstable cart,
stand or table, as the monitor may fall, causing serious
damage to the monitor.
• When operating the LCD monitor with its AC 100-120 V
power supply in North America, use a power supply cord
provided with the monitor.
If a power cord is not supplied with this monitor, please
contact your supplier.
• When operating the LCD monitor with its AC 220-240 V
power supply in Europe, use a power supply cord provided
with the monitor.
If a power cord is not supplied with this monitor, please
contact your supplier.
• In UK, use a BS-approved power cord with molded plug
having a black (10 A) fuse installed for use with this monitor.
• When operating the LCD Monitor with a 220-240 V AC
power supply in Australia, use the power cord provided with
the monitor.
If a power cord is not supplied with this equipment, please
contact your supplier.
• For all other cases, use a power cord that matches the AC
voltage of the power outlet and has been approved by and
complies with the safety standard of your particular country.
• Do not place any objects onto the monitor and do not use
the monitor outdoors.
• The inside of the fl uorescent tube located within the LCD
monitor contains mercury. Please follow the bylaws or rules
of your municipality to dispose of the tube properly.
• Do not bend power cord.
• Do not use monitor in high temperature, humid, dusty, or
oily areas.
• If monitor or glass is broken, do not come in contact with
the liquid crystal and handle with care.
• If the LCD monitor is damaged and the liquid crystal leaks
out, do not inhale or swallow it.
• Allow adequate ventilation around the monitor, so that heat
can properly dissipate. Do not block ventilated openings or
place the monitor near a radiator or other heat sources.
Do not put anything on top of the monitor.
• The power cable connector is the primary means of
detaching the system from the power supply. The monitor
should be installed close to a power outlet, which is easily
accessible.
• Handle with care when transporting. Save packaging for
transporting.
• Please clean the holes of back cabinet to reject dirt and
dust at least once a year because of set reliability.
• If using the cooling fan continuously, it’s recommended to
wipe holes a minimum of once a month.
• When installing the remote control batteries;
- Align the batteries according to the (+) and (-) indications
inside the case.
- Align the (-) indication of the batteries fi rst inside the
case.
CAUTION:
Immediately unplug your monitor from the wall outlet and refer
servicing to qualifi ed service personnel under the following
conditions:
• When the power supply cord or plug is damaged.
• If liquid has been spilled, or objects have fallen inside the
monitor.
• If the monitor has been exposed to rain or water.
• If the monitor has been dropped or the cabinet damaged.
• If the monitor does not operate normally by following
operating instructions.
Recommend Use
CAUTION:
• For optimum performance, allow 20 minutes for warm-up.
• Rest your eyes periodically by focusing on an object at least
5 feet away. Blink often.
• Position the monitor at a 90° angle to windows and other
light sources to minimize glare and refl ections.
• Clean the LCD monitor surface with a lint-free, non-abrasive
cloth. Avoid using any cleaning solution or glass cleaner!
• Adjust the monitor’s brightness, contrast, and sharpness
controls to enhance readability.
• Avoid displaying fi xed patterns on the monitor for long
periods of time to avoid image persistence (after image
effects).
• Get regular eye checkups.
Ergonomics
To realize the maximum ergonomic benefi ts, we recommend
the following:
• Use the preset Size and Position controls with standard
signals.
• Use the preset Color Setting.
• Use non-interlaced signals.
• Do not use primary color blue on a dark background, as
it is diffi cult to see and may produce eye fatigue due to
insuffi cient contrast.
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Contents
Your LCD monitor (MDT551S) comes with the following:
LCD Monitor
User’s Manual
Video Signal Cable
(Mini D-SUB 15-pin to
Mini D-SUB 15-pin Cable)
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Clamper x 2
(To prevent from falling)
* The supplied power cord varies depending on destination.
Power Cord
For EU
* For the use in the other regions, use a power cord that
matches the AC voltage of the power outlet and has been
approved by and complies with the safety standard of those
regions or countries.
Screw for Clamper
(M4) x 2
Power Cord
For North America
Clamper x 2
(For preventing disconnection of
the power cord and HDMI cable)
Clamper x 3
(For securing the cables)
Protective cover
Label to cover the UL
certifi cation marking
Wireless Remote
Control and AAA
Batteries
The following components are supplied as option.
• External Speakers
• Stands
• CAT5 Tx BOX
• CAT5 Rx BOX
• SDI BOX
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Parts Name and Functions
Buttons, Switch, and Indicator
Front
Control buttons
Main Power Switch
1
Switches the main power on/off.
Remote control sensor and Power indicator
2
Remote control sensor: Receives the signal from the wireless
remote control.
Power indicator: Indicates the state of the LCD monitor.
• Steady green: The power is on.
• Steady red: The power is off.
Some operations such as power-on
are possible.
• Steady green and red: The LCD monitor is in the sleep
mode.
• Off: The main power is off.
• Steady red and blinking green: The LCD monitor is in the
schedule standby mode.
• Blinking red: The LCD monitor has an error
(detected by the self-diagnostic
function).
POWER button ()
3
Switches the power on/off.
This button doesn’t work when the power indicator is off. Turn
on the main power. (See page 32.)
MUTE button
4
Switches the audio mute on/off.
INPUT button
5
Displays the OSD menu to switch the video input.
You can select [RGB1], [RGB2], [RGB3], [RGB4], [OPTION]*,
[RGB6], [DVD/HD], [VIDEO<S>], or [VIDEO] using the UP (
DOWN (
* OPTION can be used when an extension module is
) button.
mounted on the option slot.
) or
Rear
ON
OFF
PLUS (+) button
6
Acts as (+) button to increase the adjustment in the OSD menu.
Increases the audio output level when the OSD menu is off.
MINUS (-) button
7
Acts as (-) button to decrease the adjustment in the OSD menu.
Decreases the audio output level when the OSD menu is off.
UP () button
8
Acts as button to move the highlighted area up to select an
adjustment item in the OSD menu.
DOWN () button
9
Acts as button to move the highlighted area down to select
an adjustment item in the OSD menu.
10
EXIT button
Activates the OSD menu when the OSD menu is off.
Acts as EXIT button to go back to the previous OSD menu.
11
Speakers
Audio sound is output from the built-in speakers.
12
Brightness sensor (on the front and rear)
Sensor for the auto brightness function.
(Reference) Control Lock mode
You can lock the operation buttons. See page 57.
NOTE:
For details about the OSD menu operation using the buttons, see “Basic operation of OSD.” (See page 46.)
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Parts Name and Functions (continued)
Connectors and Terminals
RearLeft side
Anti-theft lock slot
You can insert a
Kensington anti-theft
lock key.
Cr/Pr
Main Power Switch
Cb/Pb
R
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OUT
B
Y
IN
HVG
IN
OUT
L
R
IN
IN
AC IN (3-pin, with earth terminal)
1
Connects with the supplied power cord.
USB hub
2
You can select either of the two upstream ports and distribute
the signal to four downstream ports.
USB upstream port (Standard B): 1
To be connected to an external computer.
USB upstream port (internal connection): 1
To be connected to an OPS-compliant computer internally.
USB downstream port (Standard A): 4
To be connected to peripheral devices such as touch panel.
RGB6 IN (DisplayPort)
3
Connects with the digital video output of a computer, etc.
RGB1 IN (HDMI)
4
Connects with the digital video output of a computer, DVD
player, etc.
RGB2 IN (DVI-D)
5
Connects with the digital video output of a computer, etc.
RGB3 IN (MINI D-SUB 15-pin)
6
Connects with the analog video output of a computer, etc.
RGB OUT (MINI D-SUB 15-pin)
7
Outputs the signal that is supplied to the RGB3, RGB4 or
OPTION (CAT5) IN connector.
RGB4 IN, DVD/HD IN (BNC)
8
Connects with the analog video output of a computer or the
component video output of a DVD player, etc.
VIDEO INPUT/OUTPUT (S connector/RCA/BNC)
9
Connects with video equipment.
S VIDEO IN: S-video input connector (MINI DIN 4-pin)
VIDEO IN: BNC connector, RCA connector
VIDEO OUT: BNC connector
NOTE:
The video input connectors (BNC, RCA) cannot be used at the
same time. Use either BNC connector or RCA connector.
10
EXTERNAL SPEAKER TERMINAL
Connects with the special stereo speakers (option).
11
AUDIO OUT (RCA)
Outputs the signal that is supplied to the selected AUDIO IN
connector. Connects with an external audio amplifi er, etc.
12
AUDIO IN
Connects with the audio output connector of external
equipment such as a computer, VCR, and DVD player.
(a) AUDIO1: ø3.5 stereo mini-jack connector
(b) AUDIO2: RCA connector
(c) AUDIO3: RCA connector
13
RS-232C connector (D-SUB 9-pin)
IN connector:
Connects with the RS-232C OUT connector of a computer or
other connected MDT551S.
OUT connector:
Connects with the RS-232C IN connector of other connected
MDT551S.
14
LAN connector
Connects with a LAN cord.
15
Option slot
Slot to mount a CAT5 Rx BOX (option) or an OPS-compliant
module (option or commercially available).
CAUTION:
Damage to the product may result or monitor may not function
properly if an incompatible device is installed in this slot. See
page 23.
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Parts Name and Functions (continued)
Wireless Remote Control
AUDIO INPUT buttons
8
Selects the audio input according to the video input.
PIP (Picture-in-Picture) buttons
9
ON/OFF button: Switches the PIP or POP mode on/off.
INPUT button: Selects video to be displayed in the sub
CHANGE button: Changes the main picture with the sub
[Description]
PIP: Picture-in-Picture
The sub picture is displayed within the main picture.
POP: Picture-out-Picture
The sub picture is displayed to the bottom right of the main
picture.
SIDE BY SIDE
The main picture and the sub picture are displayed side by
side.
NOTE:
When the screen size is [CUSTOM] or [REAL], the PIP and POP
modes don’t work.
10
STILL button
POWER button
1
Switches the power on/off.
* When the Power indicator is not glowing, no controls will
work.
INPUT buttons
2
Select the input signal from [RGB1] (HDMI), [RGB2] (DVI-D),
[RGB3] (D-SUB), [RGB4] (BNC), [OPTION]*, [RGB6] (DISPLAY
PORT), [DVD/HD] (YPbPr), [VIDEO<S>], and [VIDEO].
* OPTION can be used when an extension module is
mounted on the option slot.
PICTURE MODE button
3
Selects the picture mode from [HIGHBRIGHT], [STANDARD],
[sRGB], and [CINEMA]. See page 36.
HIGHBRIGHT: The brightness is maximized.
STANDARD: Factory default setting.
sRGB: Suitable for color matching with sRGB-
compliant devices.
CINEMA: Suitable for viewing movies.
DISPLAY button
4
Displays the screen information. See page 57. When the remote
control mode is LOCK, you can set it back to NORMAL by
holding down the DISPLAY button for at least 5 seconds (see
page 55).
SET button
5
Accepts the settings made in the OSD menu.
MINUS button (-)
6
Acts as (-) button to decrease the adjustment in the OSD menu.
When the PIP mode is active, this button moves the sub picture
to the left.
AUTO SETUP button
Displays the auto setup menu. See pages 36 and 52.
ON/OFF button: Switches the still picture mode on/off.
CAPTURE button: Captures the new picture.
11
SIZE button
Selects the picture size from [FULL], [NORMAL], [CUSTOM],
[DYNAMIC], and [REAL]. See page 57.
12
MENU button
Switches the OSD menu mode on/off.
13
UP button ()
Acts as button to move the highlighted area up to select
an adjustment item in the OSD menu. When the PIP mode is
active, this button moves the sub picture up.
14
PLUS button (+)
Acts as (+) button to increase the adjustment in the OSD menu.
When the PIP mode is active, this button moves the sub picture
to the right.
15
EXIT button
Displays the previous OSD menu.
16
DOWN button ()
Acts as button to move the highlighted area down to select
an adjustment item in the OSD menu. When the PIP mode is
active, this button moves the sub picture down.
17
MUTE button
Switches the mute function on/off.
18
VOLUME buttons (VOL)
Pressing the plus (+) side increases the audio output level.
Pressing the minus (-) side decreases the audio output level.
picture.
picture.
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Parts Name and Functions (continued)
How to Use the Wireless Remote Control
Operating Range of the Wireless Remote
Control
Point the wireless remote control toward the LCD monitor’s
remote control sensor during button operation.
Use the wireless remote control within a distance of about 7 m
from the front of the LCD monitor’s remote control sensor and
at a horizontal and vertical angle of within 30° within a distance
of about 3.5 m.
CAUTION:
The remote control system may not function when direct
sunlight or strong illumination strikes the remote control sensor
of the LCD monitor, or when there is an object in the path.
Installing and removing the wireless
remote control batteries
The wireless remote control is powered by 1.5 V AAA batteries.
How to install the batteries
1. Unlock and pull up the cover in the arrow’s direction.
2. Align the batteries according to the (+) and (-) indications
inside the case.
3. Replace the cover.
How to remove the batteries
1. Unlock and pull up the cover in the arrow’s direction.
2. Remove the batteries.
CAUTION:
Incorrect use of batteries can result in leaks or explosion.
Be careful especially about the following points.
• Place “AAA” batteries matching the (+) and (-) signs on each
battery to the (+) and (-) signs of battery compartment.
• Do not mix battery types.
• Do not combine new batteries with used ones. It causes
shorter battery life or leakage of batteries.
• Remove dead batteries immediately to prevent battery
liquid from leaking into the battery compartment. Don’t
touch exposed battery acid because it causes damage to
your skin.
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Handling the wireless remote control
* Do not subject to strong shock.
* Do not allow water or other liquid to splash on the wireless
remote control. If the wireless remote control gets wet, wipe
it dry immediately.
* Avoid exposure to heat and steam.
* Other than to install the batteries, do not open the wireless
remote control.
NOTE:
If you do not use the wireless remote control for a long period,
remove the batteries.
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Preparation for use
Flow of preparation
P-1
P-4
Preparation for installation
- Determine the installation location
- Ventilation requirements for enclosure mounting
- To avoid the monitor from falling
Carry out as necessary
P-2
P-3
Connection procedure
- Wiring diagram
- Prevention of disconnection of HDMI cable
- Connecting with a computer (analog connection)
- Connecting with a computer (digital connection)
- Connecting a video device (component video/HDMI device)
- Connecting a video device (composite video/S video device)/stereo amplifi er
Installing the monitor
- Installing and removing the stands (The stands are optionally available.)
- Using the wall mount or ceiling mount
- Installing in the portrait or face-up position
- Using the monitor without the bezel
Carry out as necessary
Installing the optional speakers
Page 13
Pages 14 to 16
Page 17
Pages 18 to 22
P-9
Carry out as necessary
P-5
P-6
P-7
P-8
Connecting the power cord to the monitor
- Connecting the power source
Installing the extension module
- Installation of the extension module
- SDI for long-distance connection or multiple-monitor connection
- CAT5 for long-distance connection or multiple-monitor connection
- Connecting OPS-compliant computer
Carry out as necessary
Connecting RS-232C
- Monitor control via RS-232C
Carry out as necessary
Connecting LAN
- Monitor connection using LAN
Carry out as necessary
Connecting a USB device
- Connecting multiple USB devices using the USB hub function
Pages 23 to 26
Page 27
Page 28
Page 29
Page 30
The monitor is ready for use.
How to Use
Page 31
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P-1 Preparation for installation
Determine the installation location
CAUTION:
DO NOT ATTEMPT TO INSTALL THE LCD MONITOR BY
YOURSELF.
Installing your LCD monitor must be done by a qualifi ed
technician. Contact your dealer for more information.
CAUTION:
MOVING OR INSTALLING THE LCD MONITOR MUST BE
DONE BY TWO OR MORE PEOPLE.
Failure to follow this caution may result in injury if the LCD
monitor falls.
CAUTION:
Proper operation of the monitor is not guaranteed when it is
mounted upside down or face down.
IMPORTANT:
Lay the protective sheet, which was wrapped around the LCD
monitor when it was packaged, beneath the LCD monitor so as
not to scratch the panel.
Ventilation requirements for enclosure mounting
To allow heat to disperse, leave space around the monitor as
shown in the fi gure below.
Wall
CAUTION:
Don’t block the holes in the rear of the monitor shown in the
fi gure above. If they are blocked, heat accumulates inside the
monitor, causing breakdown. The upper limit of the operationguaranteed ambient temperature when the monitor is installed
in the landscape position is 40˚C. When installing the monitor
in a case or an enclosure, ensure adequate ventilation to keep
the temperature inside the case 40˚C or lower by providing
a cooling fan or ventilation holes in the case. The upper limit
when the monitor is in the portrait or face-up position is 35˚C.
This LCD has a temperature sensor and cooling fan. If the LCD
becomes hot, the cooling fan will turn on automatically. If the
LCD becomes overheated, the “Caution” menu will appear.
If the “Caution” menu appears, stop using the monitor and
allow it to cool. When the LCD monitor is used in an enclosure
or with protection on LCD surface, please check the inside
temperature of the monitor by “HEAT STATUS” (See page 56). If
the temperature is higher than the normal level, set “COOLING
FAN” to ON using the SCREEN SAVER function (See page 52).
To avoid the monitor from falling
When installing the monitor using the tabletop stands (option),
take measures to prevent the monitor from falling over in case
of an earthquake or other disaster to lessen the probability of
injury and damage resulting from the fall.
As shown in the fi gure, secure the monitor to a solid wall or
pillar using rope (commercially available) strong enough to bear
the weight of the monitor. [MDT551S: approximately 38.6 kg (with
the optional stands)]
When using screw hooks (commercially available), use ring
hooks, not C-hooks (with opening).
450 mm
Screw holes
Screw hook, etc.
(commercially available)
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Don’t block these holes.
CAUTION:
• The effect of the fall prevention substantially depends
• Though the recommended fall prevention is intended to
• Do not sleep where the monitor may topple over or fall in
• Before moving the monitor, remove the rope that is
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Rope, etc.
(commercially available)
Clamper
on the strength of brackets and base to which the fall
prevention devices is attached. When you cannot ensure
suffi cient strength, provide adequate reinforcement.
lessen the probability of injury and damage, it doesn’t
assure its effectiveness against any kind of earthquake or
disaster.
case of an earthquake or other disaster.
securing the monitor. Failure to do so may result in injury or
breakdown of the monitor.
Screw
P-2 Installing the monitor
Carry out as necessary
Installing and removing the stands
The stands are available as option.
Refer to the user’s manual of the stand for more information.
How to install the stands
1. Turn the monitor off.
2. Remove the screws that are securing the option stand
covers on both sides, and then remove the stand covers
from the monitor.
Screw x 2
Stand cover x 2
3. Insert the option stands in the guide frames on both sides
to the end.
Secure the option stands on both sides fi rmly using the
screws supplied with the option stands.
Using the wall mount or ceiling mount
Lay the screen face down
Lay the protective sheet on a table, which was wrapped around
the monitor when it was packaged, beneath the screen surface
so as not to scratch the screen surface.
This device cannot be used or installed without the Tabletop
Stand or other mounting accessory. Failure to follow the correct
mounting procedures can result in damage to the equipment or
injury to the user or installer. Product warranty does not cover
damage caused by improper installation.
Failure to follow these recommendations can void your
warranty.
Use M8 screws (having a length 15 mm longer than the
thickness of the mounting bracket) and tighten them securely.
Prevent the screws from loosening using spring washers, etc.
MITSUBISHI ELECTRIC recommends using mounting interface
that comply with TÜV-GS and UL1678 standard in North
America.
625.5625.5
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Handles
360.5360.5
Screw x 4
(Accessories of
the option stand)
Option stand x 2
(Longer portion comes to the front.)
4. Install the monitor on a fl at and stable surface.
NOTE:
• Install the stands so that their longer portions come to the
front.
• Retain the stand covers and screws you removed because
they are necessary when you install the monitor without the
option stands.
How to remove the stands
1. Spread the protective sheet on a fl at surface, such as a
desk.
2. Place the monitor on the protective sheet.
3. Remove the screws to remove the option stands.
4. Fasten the stand covers on both sides using the screws.
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Tab le
Protective Sheet
CAUTION:
For preventing the monitor from falling.
• Install the monitor with metal brackets for wall or
ceiling installation (commercially available) on your own
responsibility. For detailed procedures of installation, refer
to the instructions of the metal brackets.
• To lessen the probability of injury and damage resulting
from fall of the monitor in case of earthquake or other
disaster, be sure to consult the bracket manufacturer for
installation location.
• To lessen the risk of falling of the monitor, thread
commercially available rope through the handles at the
right and left of the monitor and secure the rope to the wall
mount brackets or ceiling mount brackets.
• Do not sleep where the monitor may topple over or fall in
case of an earthquake or other disaster.
• Use screws having enough strength to support the LCD
display monitor (made of stainless steel etc.).
(mm)
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P-2 Installing the monitor (continued)
Carry out as necessary
Installing in the portrait or face-up
position
The monitor can be installed in the portrait or face-up position.
Ensure that the monitor is oriented as shown below.
CAUTION:
• The operating environmental condition (temperature) when
the monitor is in the portrait or face-up position is 5˚C to
35˚C.
• Proper operation of the monitor is not guaranteed when it
is not mounted as shown below (upside down, face down,
etc.).
• In the portrait position, the lifetime of the fl uorescent tube
(backlight) is shorter than that when the monitor is in the
landscape position.
• When installing the monitor with its screen facing up, ensure
that the fan is always running.
Installation in the portrait position
The “
viewed from the front of the monitor.
” logo should be on the LEFT side when
Installation in the face-up position
Face-up
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Face-down
Operation environment for portrait or face-up installation
When the monitor is installed in the portrait or face-up position,
the following conditions should be satisfi ed.
• MDT551S satisfi es the UL requirements as long as it is used
with the bezel attached. When using the monitor without
the bezel, in which case the monitor doesn’t satisfy the UL
requirements, cover the UL certifi cation marking on the rear
panel with the supplied label.
• To prevent static damage to circuit boards, attach the
protective cover to the LCD panel.
1. Assemble the supplied protective cover according to the
following procedure.
3. Peel off the separators from the protective cover (b)
assembled in step 1 and then attach the protective cover to
the LCD panel.
CAUTION:
Never touch the circuit boards because they may be
damaged.
(b)
2. Unscrew the screws (a) that hold the bezel to remove the
bezel from the monitor.
CAUTION:
If you remove other screws than the screws (a), the bezel
falls apart. If you do so, the bezel may fall, causing injury or
damaging the monitor.
(a)
Peel off the separators.Peel off the separators.
4. Cover the UL certifi cation marking on the rear panel with
the supplied label (c).
(c)
(a)
(a): Screws for securing the bezel (M4, 10 pcs.)
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P-3
Before making connections
• Optional speakers can be installed.
• Please refer to Quick Setup Guide of the optional speakers for the detailed installation procedure.
How to install the optional speakers
1. Install the optional speakers on the monitor.
Use the metal fi ttings and screws supplied with the optional speakers.
2. Insert the left speaker cable into the SPEAKER (S) terminal (L) on the monitor, and insert the right speaker cable into the
SPEAKER (S) terminal (R).
NOTE:
Match the polarity of the speaker cables and that of the terminals (+ (red)/- (black)).
Unmatched polarity may cause problems with audio output.
Installing the optional speakers
Carry out as necessary
Left speakerRight speaker
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Red(+)/Black(-)Red(+)/Black(-)
To speaker terminal (L) To speaker terminal (R)
SPEAKER (S)(R)
Red(+)
Black(-)
NOTE:
Switch the built-in speaker mode to the optional speaker mode after you power on the monitor.
See the page for How to Use (on page 31) for further details.
CAUTION:
Do not move the monitor with the speakers installed.
The monitor and the speakers may be damaged and you may be injured if the monitor falls.
SPEAKER (S)(L)
Red(+)
Black(-)
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P-4 Connection procedure
Before making connections
• First turn off the power of all the connected equipment before making connections.
• Refer to the user manual of each piece of equipment.
NOTE:
Please use the audio cable without resistance when the audio output terminal of the audio device and PC is stereo mini-Jack.
When the audio cable with resistance is used, the audio level may not be increased or no audio may be output.
Wiring diagram
LCD monitor (front)
Personal computer
(DVI-D, HDMI, DisplayPort)
LCD monitor (fi rst monitor)
Stereo amplifi er
DVD player or HD disk
player (HDMI, BNC)
LCD monitor (second monitor)
Personal
computer
(Analog RGB)
VCR (RCA)
External speakers
Prevention of disconnection of HDMI cable
When you connect the HDMI cable to the connector on the monitor, in order to prevent accidental disconnection of the cable, you
are recommended to secure it using the supplied clamper as shown in the fi gure.
Clamper
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Clamper
P-4 Connection procedure (continued)
Connecting with a computer (analog connection)
Analog connection:
• Connection via RGB3 IN (D-SUB) connector
(1) Connect a signal cable (mini D-SUB 15-pin – mini D-SUB 15-pin) (accessory) to the RGB3 IN connector.
(2) Select [RGB3] using the INPUT button on the monitor or the D-SUB button on the wireless remote control.
• Connection via RGB4 IN (BNC: R•G•B•H•V, or R•G•B•Csync, RGB sync on green) connector
(1) When connecting the RGB4 IN connector, use a BNC cable (BNC x 5 – BNC x 5) (commercially available) to connect to the
BNC connector on the computer, or use a signal cable (mini D-SUB 15-pin – BNC x 5) (commercially available) to connect to
the mini D-SUB 15-pin connector on the computer.
(2) Select [RGB4] using the INPUT button on the monitor or the BNC button on the wireless remote control.
Second monitor connection:
• Connect the RGB OUT connector (mini D-SUB 15-pin) on the fi rst monitor and the RGB3 IN connector (mini D-SUB 15-pin)
on the second monitor using a signal cable (mini D-SUB 15-pin – mini D-SUB 15-pin) (an accessory of the second monitor or
commercially available).
(The analog input signal of RGB3, RGB4, or OPTION (CAT5) selected by the fi rst monitor is output. The digital input signal of
RGB1, RGB2, or RGB6 is not output.)
NOTE:
When different monitors need to be adjusted so that their tint can be identical, such as when using multiple screens, it is
recommended to use a signal distributor (commercially available).
Audio connection:
• Connect an audio cable (ø3.5 mm stereo mini) (commercially available) to the AUDIO IN1 connector.
Select [AUDIO1] using the AUDIO INPUT buttons on the wireless remote control.
• To output audio to the second monitor:
Connect the AUDIO OUT connector on the fi rst monitor and the AUDIO IN2 connector or AUDIO IN3 connector on the second
monitor using an audio cable (RCA) (commercially available).
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Left side of LCD monitor
(fi rst monitor)
AUDIO OUT (RCA)
AUDIO IN1 (mini)
LCD monitor (fi rst monitor)
Audio cable
(ø 3.5 mm stereo mini)
Signal cable
(Mini D-SUB 15-pin to Mini
D-SUB 15-pin)
RGB3 IN (D-SUB)
RGB OUT (D-SUB)
BNC cable
(BNC x 5 to BNC x 5)
RGB4 IN (R,G,B,H,V)
AUDIO IN2 (RCA)
Audio cable (RCA)
Personal computer
(Analog RGB)
To audio output
To D-SUB output
To BNC output
LCD monitor (second monitor)
Signal cable
(Mini D-SUB 15-pin to Mini D-SUB 15-pin)
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RGB3 IN (D-SUB)
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