NEC LA-15R03-BK, LCD1550M User Manual

1550M

Index

Warning .................................................................................................................... 1

Contents ................................................................................................................. 2

Quick Start............................................................................................................. 3

Controls .................................................................................................................. 8

Recommended Use ............................................................................................... 11

Specifications ....................................................................................................... 13

Features ................................................................................................................ 14

Troubleshooting ................................................................................................... 15

References.............................................................................................................17

Limited Warranty .................................................................................................18

TCO’95 .....................................................................................................................19

TCO’99 ..................................................................................................................... 21

Avertissement ..................................................................................................... 24

Contenu ................................................................................................................. 25

Mise en marche rapide ...................................................................................... 26

Commandes ........................................................................................................... 31

Usage recommandé ............................................................................................ 34

Fiche technique ................................................................................................... 36

Fonctions .............................................................................................................. 37

Dépannage ............................................................................................................ 38

Références ........................................................................................................... 40

Garantie limitée .................................................................................................. 41

TCO’95 .................................................................................................................... 42

TCO’99 .................................................................................................................... 44

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 sufficient 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.

Canadian Department of Communications Compliance Statement

DOC: This Class B 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. 950.

FCC Information

1.

Use the attached specified cables with the
LA-15R03-BK) 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.
(3) Please use supplied USB cable.
(4) Please use supplied audio cable.

Use of other cables and adapters may cause interference with radio and

television reception.

2.

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 reception, 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 your dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

MultiSync LCD1550M

(LA-15R03 and

If necessary, the user should contact the dealer or an experienced radio/television technician
for additional suggestions. The user may find the following booklet, prepared by the Federal
Communications Commission, helpful: ”How to Identify and Resolve Radio-TV Interference
Problems.“ This booklet is available from the U.S. Government Printing Office, Washington,
D.C., 20402, Stock No. 004-000-00345-4.

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Contents

Your new NEC MultiSync® LCD monitor box* should contain the
following:

• MultiSync LCD1550M™ monitor with tilt / swivel base

• Power Cord

• Video Signal Cable

• Audio Cable

• USB Cable

• User’s Manual

Power Cord

Video Signal Cable

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USB Cable

User’s Manual

*Remember to save your original box and packing material to transport or ship the monitor.

Audio Cable

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Quick Start

To attach the MultiSync® LCD monitor to your system, follow these instructions:

1. Turn off the power to your computer.

2. Remove connector cover and cable cover. Connect the audio cable to “Line-in” on
the back of the monitor and the other end to the “Audio out” terminal of the computer.
Place the Audio cable under Clip B (Figure A.1).

3. For the PC: Connect the 15-pin mini D-SUB of the appropriate signal cable to the
connector of the display card in your system (Figure B.1). Tighten all screws.
For the Mac: Connect the MultiSync LCD1550M™ Macintosh cable adapter to the
computer (Figure C.1). Attach the 15-pin mini D-SUB end of the appropriate signal
cable to the MultiSync LCD1550M Macintosh cable adapter (Figure C.1). Tighten all
screws.

To obtain the MultiSync LCD1550M Macintosh cable adapter, call NEC-Mitsubishi

NOTE:

Electronics Display of America, Inc. at [phone].

4. Connect the 15-pin mini D-SUB of the video signal cable to the appropriate connector
on the back of the monitor. Place the Video Signal Cable under Clip B (Figure D.1).

5. Headphones may be connected to the “Headphones” output on the front of the
monitor’s bezel marked “
sound from the speakers will be disabled. Headphones can be purchased from your
local electronics store.

6. Using the USB cable, connect the B type connector to the USB upstream port on the
right side of the monitor and A type connector to the downstream port on the
computer (Figure F.1). If you are using the cord from the USB device, use one of the
downstream port on the side of the monitor (Figure G.1).

7. Connect one end of the power cord to the MultiSync LCD Series monitor and the other
end to the power outlet. Place the Video Signal Cable and AC power cord under Clips

(Figure D.1). Replace connector cover and cable cover.

NOTE: Adjust position of cable that place under clips, to avoid damage for cable or

monitor.

NOTE: If you use this monitor at AC220-240V, please refer to Recommended Use

section of this manual for proper selection of AC power cord.

8. The Vacation Switch on the left side of the monitor must be turned on (Figure H.1).
Turn on the monitor with the front power button and the computer.

NOTE: The Vacation Switch is a true on/off switch. If this switch is on the OFF position,

the monitor cannot be turned on using the front button. DO NOT switch on/off
repeatedly.

9. No-touch auto adjust automatically adjusts the monitor to optimal settings (native

resolution only) upon initial setup for most timings. For further adjustments, use the
following OSM

• Auto Adjust Contrast

• Auto Adjust

Refer to the Controls section of this User ’s Manual for a full description of these OSM
controls.

NOTE: For download information on the Windows® 95/98/2000 INF file for your MultiSync

LCD1550M monitor, refer to the References section of this User’s Manual.

NOTE: If you have any problems, please refer to the Troubleshooting section of this User’s Manual.

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controls:

” (Figure E.1). While the headphones are connected, the

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Quick Start –continued

Clip B

Figure B.1

Figure A.1

Macintosh

Cable

Adapter

(not included)

Note: Some Macintosh
systems do not require a
Macintosh Cable Adapter

Figure C.1

Figure D.1

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Clip B

Quick Start –continued

Figure E.1

A Type

B Type

Vacation

Switch

Figure F.1/G.1

Figure H.1

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Power
Button

Quick Start –continued

Tilt and swivel

Grasp both sides of the monitor screen with
your hands and adjust the tilt and swivel as
desired (Figure TS.1).

Remove Monitor Stand for Mounting

To prepare the monitor for alternate mounting
purposes:

1.Remove the connector cover and the

cable cover (Figure R.1).

2.Disconnect all cables.

3.Place monitor face down on a

non-abrasive surface (Figure
R.2).

4.Remove the 4 screws
connecting the monitor to the
stand and lift off the stand
assembly (Figure R.2).
The monitor is now ready for
mounting in an alternate
manner.

5.Connect the AC cord, signal cable and Audio cable to the back of the
monitor (Figure R.3).

6. Reverse this process to reattach stand.

NOTE: Use only VESA-compatible alternative mounting method.

When the monitor stand is removed, the USB capabilities will be disabled.

Figure R.1

Figure TS.1

Non-abrasive
surface

Figure R.2

Figure R.3

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Quick Start –continued

7. This LCD monitor is designed for use with a flexible arm.

Please use the attached screws (4pcs) as shown in the picture when
installing.

To meet the safety requirements, the monitor must be mounted to an arm
which guaranties the necessary stability under consideration of the
weight of the monitor.

The LCD monitor shall only be used with an approved arm (e.g. GS
mark).

Replace screws.

Tighten all screws.

Specifications

4-SCREWS

(MAX depth:10mm)

Weight of LCD Assembly:

3.5kg (MAX)

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Controls

OSM™ (On-Screen Manager) control buttons on the front of the
monitor function as follows:

To access OSM menu, press any of the control buttons ( , , –, +, NEXT ).

Menu

EXIT Exits the OSM controls.

CONTROL / Moves the highlighted area left/right to select control menus.

ADJUST

NEXT
RESET / MUTE Resets the highlighted control to the factory setting.

–/+

Exits to the OSM main menu.

Moves the highlighted area up/down to select one of the controls.
Moves the bar left/right to increase or decrease the adjustment.

Active Auto Adjust function.
Enter the Sub Menu.

Moves the highlighted area of main menu right to select one of the controls.

When no OSM menu is shown, the speaker sound will be muted.

NOTE: When RESET is pressed in the main and sub-menu, a warning window
allowing you to cancel the RESET function by pressing the EXIT button.

Sound

Volume

Control the sound volume of speakers and headphone.

Brightness/Contrast Controls

BRIGHTNESS

Adjusts the overall image and background screen brightness.

CONTRAST

Adjusts the image brightness in relation to the background.

AUTO

AUTO

Adjusts the image displayed for non-standard video inputs.

Auto Adjust

Automatically adjusts the Image Position and H. Size settings and Fine settings.

Image Controls

LEFT / RIGHT

Controls Horizontal Image Position within the display area of the LCD.

DOWN / UP

Controls Vertical Image Position within the display area of the LCD.

H.SIZE

Adjusts the horizontal size by increasing or decreasing this setting.

FINE

Improves focus, clarity and image stability by increasing or decreasing this setting.

will appear

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Controls –continued

AccuColor® Control Systems

AccuColor® Control Systems: Six color presets select the desired color setting
(sRGB and NATIVE color presets are standard and cannot be changed). Color
temperature increases or decreases, in each preset. R,Y,G,C,B,M,S: Increases
or decreases Red, Yellow, Green, Cyan, Blue, Magenta and Saturation
depending upon which is selected. The change in color will appear on screen
and the direction (increase or decrease) will be shown by the color bars.

NATIVE:
sRGB: sRGB mode dramatically improves the color fidelity in the desktop

environment by a single standard RGB color space. With this color supported
environment, the operator could easily and confidently communicate color
without further color management overhead in the most common situations.

Tools

LANGUAGE: OSM™ control menus are available in seven languages.
OSM POSITION: You can choose where you would like the OSM control

image to appear on your screen. Selecting OSM Location allows you to
manually adjust the position of the OSM control menu left, right, down or up.

OSM TURN OFF: The OSM control menu will stay on as long as it is in use.
In the OSM Turn Off submenu, you can select how long the monitor waits after

the last touch of a button to shut off the OSM control menu. The preset choices
are 10, 20, 30, 45, 60 and 120 seconds.

Original color presented by the LCD panel that is unadjustable.

OSM LOCK OUT: This control completely locks out access to all OSM control
functions. When attempting to activate OSM controls while in the Lock Out
mode, a screen will appear indicating the OSM controls are locked out. To
activate the OSM Lock Out function, press , then and hold down
simultaneously. To de-activate the OSM Lock Out, press , then and hold
down simultaneously.

RESOLUTION NOTIFIER: This optimal resolution is 1024 x 768. If ON is
selected, a message will appear on the screen after 30 seconds, notifying you
that the resolution is not at 1024 x 768.

FACTORY PRESET: Selecting Factory Preset allows you to reset all OSM control
settings back to the factory settings. The RESET button will need to be held

down for several seconds to take effect. Individual settings can be reset by
highlighting the control to be reset and pressing the RESET button.

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Controls –continued

Information

DISPLAY MODE: Indicates the current display resolution and frequency setting
of the monitor.

MONITOR INFO: Indicates the model and serial numbers of your monitor.

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Warning: OSM Warning menus disappear with Exit button.

OSM

NO SIGNAL: This function gives a warning when there is no signal present.
After power is turned on or when there is a change of input signal or video
is inactive, the No Signal window will appear.
RESOLUTION NOTIFIER: This function gives a warning of use with opti­mized resolution. After power is turned on or when there is a change of
input signal or the video signal doesn’t have proper resolution, the
Resolution Notifier window will open. This function can be disabled in
the TOOL menu.
OUT OF RANGE: This function gives a recommendation of the optimized
resolution and refresh rate. After the power is turned on or there is a
change of input signal or the video signal doesn’t have proper timing, the

Out Of Range menu will appear.
CHECK CABLE: This function will advise you to check all Video Inputs on the

monitor and computer to make sure they are properly connected.

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Recommended Use

Safety Precautions and Maintenance

FOR OPTIMUM PERFORMANCE, PLEASE NOTE THE

FOLLOWING WHEN SETTING UP AND USING

THE MULTISYNC

• DO NOT OPEN THE MONITOR. 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 qualified 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, fire or
equipment failure.

• Do not place any heavy objects on the power cord. Damage to the cord may cause

shock or fire.

• 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 MultiSync LCD monitor with its AC 220-240V power supply, use a

power supply cord that matches the power supply voltage of the AC power outlet being
used. The power supply cord you use must have been approved by and comply with
the safety standards of your country. (Type H05VV-F should be used in Europe)

• In UK, use a BS-approved power cord with molded plug having a black (5A) fuse installed

for use with this monitor. If a power cord is not supplied with this monitor, please contact
your supplier.

• Do not place any objects onto the monitor and do not use the monitor outdoors.

• The inside of the flourescent tube located within the LCD monitor contains mercury.

Please follow the bylaws or rules of your municipality to dispose of the tube properly.

Immediately unplug your monitor from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service
personnel under the following conditions:

• When the power supply cord or plug is damaged.

• If liquid has been spilled, or objects have fallen into 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.

• Do not bend power cord.

• Do not use monitor in high temperatured, humid, dusty, or oily areas.

• If glass is broken, handle with care.

• Do not cover vent on monitor.

• If monitor or glass is broken, do not come in contact with the liquid crystal and handle

with care.

• 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 monitor.

• The power cable connector is the primary means of detaching the system

CAUTION

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.

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LCD COLOR MONITOR:

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Recommended Use –continued

CORRECT PLACEMENT AND ADJUSTMENT OF THE MONITOR

CAN REDUCE EYE, SHOULDER AND NECK FATIGUE. CHECK THE

FOLLOWING WHEN YOU POSITION THE MONITOR:

• For optimum performance, allow 20 minutes for

warm-up.

• Adjust the monitor height so that the top of the

screen is at or slightly below eye level. Your eyes
should look slightly downward when viewing the
middle of the screen.

•

Position your monitor no closer than 16 inches
and no further away than 28 inches from your
eyes. The optimal distance is 21 inches.

• Rest your eyes periodically by focusing on an

object at least 20 feet away. Blink often.

• Position the monitor at a 90° angle to windows and other light sources to

minimize glare and reflections. Adjust the monitor tilt so that ceiling lights do
not reflect on your screen.

• If reflected light makes it hard for you to see your screen, use an anti-glare filter.

• 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 and contrast controls to enhance readability.

• Use a document holder placed close to the screen.

• Position whatever you are looking at most of the time (the screen or

reference material) directly in front of you to minimize turning your head
while you are typing.

• Avoid displaying fixed 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 ergonomics benefits, we recommend the following:

•

Adjust the Brightness until the background raster disappears

•

Do not position the Contrast control to its maximum setting

•

Use the preset Size and Position controls with standard signals

•

Use the preset Color Setting

•

Use non-interlaced signals with a vertical refresh rate between 60-75Hz

•

Do not use primary color blue on a dark background, as it is difficult to see and
may produce eye fatigue to insufficient contrast

For more detailed information on setting up a healthy work environment, call NEC­Mitsubishi Electronics Display of America at [phone], NEC FastFacts
at [phone] and request document #900108 or write the American National
Standard for Human Factors Engineering of Visual Display Terminal Workstations – ANSI­HFS Standard No. 100-1988 – The Human Factors Society, Inc. P.O. Box 1369, Santa
Monica, California 90406.

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Specifications

Monitor MultiSync® LCD1550M

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Notes

Specifications Monitor

LCD Module Diagonal: 15.0 inch Active matrix; thin film transistor (TFT)

Input Signal Video: ANALOG 0.7 Vp-p/75 Ohms

Display Colors Analog input: 16,777,216 Depends on display card used.
Synchronization Horizontal: 31.5 kHz to 60 kHz Automatically

Range Vertical: 56.2 Hz to 75.1 Hz Automatically
Resolutions Supported 720 x 400*

Active Display Area Horizontal :

USB Hub

Speakers

Power Supply
Current Rating 0.75 A @ 100

Dimensions

Weight 4.9 kg

Environmental Considerations

Viewable Image Size: 15.0 inch liquid crystal display (LCD); 0.30 mm dot

Native Resolution (Pixel Count): 1024 x 768 pitch; 300cd/m

Sync: Separate sync. TTL Level

Horizontal sync. Positive/Negative
Vertical sync. Positive/Negative

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640 x 480*1 at 60 Hz to 75 Hz
800 x 600*1 at 56 Hz to 75 Hz
832 x 624*

1024 x 768 at 60 Hz to 75 Hz ..................

Vertical :

Load Current: Maximum 0.5A per port

Practical Audio Output: 1.0W + 1.0W

Operating Temperature: 5°C to 35°C/41°F to 95°F

Humidity: 30% to 80%

Storage Temperature: -10°C to 60°C/14°F to 140°F

Humidity: 10% to 85%

304 mm/12.0 inches
228 mm/9.0 inches

I/F: USB Specification Revision 1.1

Port: Upstream 1

Downstream 4

AC 100 -

345 mm (W) x 363 mm (H) x 162 mm (D)

13.6 inches (W) x 14.3 inches (H) x 6.4 inches (D)

10.8 lbs

Feet: 0 to 10,000 Feet

Feet: 0 to 31,500 Feet

: VGA text

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at 75 Hz

120 V/ 220-240 V

–

120 V, 0.45 A @ 220-240 V

@ 50/60 Hz

contrast ratio, typical

Some systems may not support
all modes listed.

NEC-Mitsubishi Electronics Display cites
recommended resolution at 75 Hz for
optimal display performance.

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white luminence; 450:1

*1 Interpolated Resolutions: When resolutions are shown that are lower than the pixel count of the LCD module, text may appear different. This is

normal and necessary for all current flat panel technologies when displaying non-native resolutions full screen. In flat panel technologies, each
dot on the screen is actually one pixel, so to expand resolutions to full screen, an interpolation of the resolution must be done.

NOTE: Technical specifications are subject to change without notice.

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