Planar FWT1744NU User Manual

FWT1744NU Manual

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About this manual

This manual is designed to assist you in setting up and using the LCD monitor. Information in this document has been
carefully checked for accuracy; however, no guarantee is given to the correctness of the contents. The information in this
document is subject to change without notice. This document contains proprietary information protected by copyright. All
rights are reserved. No part of this manual may be reproduced by any mechanical, electronic or other means, in any form,
without prior written permission of the manufacturer.

Copyright

 Copyright 2001, All Rights Reserved

FCC Compliance Statement

This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Opeartion is subject to the following two conditions:

1. this device may not cause harmful interference, and

2. this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

FCC WARNING

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the
FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential
installation.

This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the
instructions, may cause harmful inerference 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:

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• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

• Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver.

• Connect the equipment into an outlet different from that to which the receiver is connected.

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

Caution:

To comply with the limits for an FCC Class B computing device, always use the shielded signal cord supplied with this unit.

The Federal Communications Commission warns that changes or modifications of the unit not expressly approved by the
party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

CE mark for Class B ITE (Following European standard EN55022/1998; EN61000-3-2/1995; EN61000-3-3/1995, EN55024/1998,

EN60950/1992+A1+A2+A3+A4+A11)

Radio Frequency Interference Statement

Warning:

This is a Class B product. In a domestic environment, this product may cause radio interference in which case the user may
be required to take adequate measures.

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Canadian Doc Notice

For Class B Computing Devices

This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise emissions from digital apparatus as set out in the
Radio Interference Regulation of the Canadian Department of Communications.

“Le présent appareil numérique n’èmet pas de bruits radioélectriques dépassant les limites applicables aux appareils
numériques de la class B prescrites dans le Règlement sur le brouillage radioélectrique édicté par le ministère des
Communications du Canada”

Important Operating Instructions

Please read the following instructions carefully. This manual should be retained for future use.

1. To clean the LCD monitor screen, first, make sure the monitor is in the power off mode. Unplug the monitor from its

power source before cleaning it. Do not spray liquid cleaners directly onto the unit. Without applying excessive pressure,
clean the screen with a slightly dampened rag.

2. Do not place your LCD monitor near a window. Exposing the monitor to rain, water, moisture, or sunlight can severely

damage it.

3. Do not place anything on top of the monitor-to-PC signal cord. Make sure the cord is placed in an area where it will not

be stepped on.

4. Do not apply pressure to the LCD screen. Excessive pressure may cause permanent damage to the display.

5. Do not remove the cover or attempt to service this unit by yourself. You may void the warranty. Servicing of any nature

should be performed only by an authorized technician.

6. Safe storage of the LCD monitor is in a range of minus 20 to plus 60 degrees Celsius. Storing your LCD monitor outside

this range could result in permanent damage.

7. Only with use of supplied adapter, in case of loss or replacement contact the retailer or service center.

8. Immediately unplug your monitor and call an authorized technician when:

• The power or monitor-to-PC signal cord is frayed or damaged.

• Liquid has been spilled into the monitor, or it has been exposed to rain.

The monitor has been dropped or the case has been damaged.

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Preface

Table of Contents

PREFACE ........................................................................................................................................................................................... I

CHAPTER 1........................................................................................................................................................................................1

The LCD Monitor ...................................................................................................................................................... 1

Your New Planar LCD Monitor!............................................................................................................................................1

Unpacking ..............................................................................................................................................................................1

Identifying Components..........................................................................................................................................................1

Adjusting the Monitor’s Position............................................................................................................................................3

Connecting AC Power............................................................................................................................................................3

Connecting Video ...................................................................................................................................................................4

Connecting the Stereo Speakers.................................................................................................................................................4

Power Management System....................................................................................................................................................5

CHAPTER 2........................................................................................................................................................................................6

The Display Controls ............................................................................................................................................... 6

LCD Monitor Control Panel ..................................................................................................................................................6

Adjusting the Display .............................................................................................................................................................6

OSD Main Menu.....................................................................................................................................................................7

APPENDIX A.................................................................................................................................................................................... 10

Technical Information ............................................................................................................................................ 10

TFT LCD Monitor Specifications.........................................................................................................................................10

APPENDIX B....................................................................................................................................................................................11

Supported Timing................................................................................................................................................... 11

APPENDIX C.................................................................................................................................................................................... 12

Troubleshooting ..................................................................................................................................................... 12

Troubleshooting Procedures ................................................................................................................................................12

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Your New Planar LCD Monitor!

Your LCD monitor has been designed to be versatile, ergonomic, and easy to use. The LCD monitor is capable
of displaying most standards, from 640 x 480 VGA to 1280 x 1024 SXGA. The digital controls located on the
front panel allow you to easily adjust the monitor’s display parameters. The LCD monitor has the additional
feature of a VESA arm-mounted interface for added convenience.

Unpacking

After you unpack your LCD monitor, make sure the following items are included in the box and in good
condition:

Standard Items

• LCD Monitor
Monitor-to-PC signal cable (15-pin)

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• Stereo Jack Audio Cable

• Power cord

• AC/DC adapter

This user’s manual

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The LCD Monitor

If you find that any of these items are missing or appear damaged, contact your dealer immediately. Do not
throw away the packing material or shipping carton in case you need to ship or store the LCD monitor in the
future.

Identifying Components

The following figures will help you identify the LCD monitor’s controls and ports.

The LCD Monitor — Front View

1. Power-On Indicator

This LED indicator stays lit when the power is on and when the monitor is receiving a proper video signal.
The LED will blink slowly when the LCD monitor is in power saving mode.

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2. Monitor Stand

The monitor stand supports the LCD panel.

3. LCD Screen

The LCD monitor screen is a 17.4-inch TFT 1280 x 1024 RGB SXGA screen.

4. LCD Monitor Keypad

Activates and adjusts the monitors settings through an On Screen Display (OSD).

The LCD Monitor — Rear View

1. Stereo Speakers (optional)

The LCD monitor’s built-in stereo speakers are located in the bottom the monitor and face the direction of
the desktop.

2. DC Power Jack

Connect the AC adapter cable to this jack.

3. Audio Line-in (optional)

Connect your PC’s line-out to this jack to listen the PC’s audio on the LCD monitor’s stereo
speakers. (You can also connect your CD-ROM’s line-out to this jack.).

4. VGA Cable Connector

Connect the supplied 1.5m 15-pin D-Sub VGA cable to this connector. The opposite end of the cable is
connected to your PC’s graphics card.

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Adjusting the Monitor’s Position

Your LCD monitor’s tilting angle can be adjusted in the landscape.

Adjusting the Tilting Angle

The LCD monitor’s angle settings range from -5° to 25°in the landscape.

Forcing the monitor past its maximum extension can result in damage to the monitor.

Connecting AC Power

Refer to the following instructions for connecting AC power to the LCD monitor.

Plug the female end of the power cable into the AC-adapter and the male end of the power cord

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into a wall socket. The plug on the power cable will vary according to the electrical standard for
your area.

2. Plug the adapter power connector into the LCD monitor’s DC power jack.

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Connecting Video

1. Turn off your PC and the LCD monitor before connecting your LCD monitor to the computer.

2. Loop the 1.5M VGA cable through the hole in the LCD monitor’s stand and plug it into the LCD

monitor’ s VGA cable connector.

3. Connect the other end of the VGA cable to the PC’s VGA port.

4. Tighten the connecting screws.

Connecting the Stereo Speakers

Please refer to the following instructions for connecting the LCD monitor’s stereo speakers.

Connect the 1.5M audio cable to the line-out of your PC’s sound card.

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2. Connect the other end to the LCD monitor’s audio line-in jack.

3. You can adjust the sound volume of the stereo speakers by using the speaker volume control

function in the OSD (On-Screen Display). See the next chapter for details.

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Chapter 1

Power Management System

The LCD monitor complies with the VESA DPMS power management proposal. The VESA DPMS proposal
provides power saving modes by detecting the horizontal or vertical sync signal.

When the LCD monitor is in power saving mode or detects an incorrect timing, the monitor screen will be
blank and the power LED indicator starts blinking.

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LCD Monitor Control Panel

1. Power/OSD Menu Button

Push the power switch to turn the monitor on and off. Press this button to pop up the OSD (On­Screen Display) menu. This button is also a Function Select button.

2. ◄Function►Select Buttons

These two buttons allow you to select the control functions in the OSD. Press either button to
scroll vertically through the main menu and submenu items.

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The Display Controls

Adjust Control Buttons

3.

The

button allows you to increase the menu item value.
button allows you to decrease the menu item value.

The

Adjusting the Display

The LCD monitor features an intuitive, menu-driven, On-Screen Display (OSD). You can access the OSD any
time that the PC is powered up. If the PC is in a power saving mode, or is powered down, the OSD is
inaccessible.

OSD Main Menu

To activate the OSD Main Menu, press the Power/Menu key. To navigate the topline menu, use either the
right ► or left ◄ function keys to scroll between the main menu choices.

The option that is currently selected is highlighted in yellow and indicated by a pointer. Each main menu has
an associated submenu and is further described.

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Chapter 2

OSD Main Menu

To access the OSD Main Menu, simply press the Power/Menu button. The following screen will appear.

Main menu

Description

The 7-topline menus are:

Submenu

The Auto Adjust option lets the monitor determine and select the settings that are most appropriate for your
system requirements. This function will tune the display to your computers video card.

The Monitor-Control option allows you to adjust the LCD monitor’s display characteristics such as the
display’s horizontal or vertical position, display phase, display clock, and factory reset. Adjusting these
settings should only be necessary if the results from Auto-Adjust function are not satisfactory.

The OSD-Control option allows you to adjust the position and setting of the monitor’s On Screen Display.

The MISC-Control option allows you to select the desired text language of the OSD, adjust the monitor
speaker volume, and to display the current video information being sent to the monitor from your video card.

The Graphic-Control option allows you to adjust the display contrast, brightness, sharpness, and color settings.

The Graph/Tex option allows you to switch DOS text resolution from 640x400 and 720x400. This function
has no effect within graphic operating systems such as MS Windows™.

The OSD Exit option closes the On Screen Display.

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Auto Adjust Procedure

Pressing the Adjust key while the Auto Adjust topline menu is selected, activates the Auto Adjust procedure. The Auto Adjust procedure
takes approximately 2 seconds to complete. Once finished, the OSD menu will disappear after a short time-out period.

The Monitor- Control Option

Pressing the Adjust key while the Monitor Control icon is selected activates the Monitor Control submenu. Use the
buttons to scroll between the submenu items. You should only use this menu item if the results of the Auto Adjust function are not
satisfactory.

H-Position: Press the

V-Position: Press the

Phase: Press the

pixel jitter or display noise.
Clock: Press the

vertical bands on the display.

Reset: Press the Adjust

Exit: Press the Adjust

◄Function►

Adjust buttons to horizontally move the display image to the desired position.

Adjust buttons to vertically move the display image to the desired position.

Adjust buttons to fine-tune the displayed image. An improper phase adjustment will result in

Adjust buttons to stabilize the display clock timing. An improper clock setting will result in wide

button to reset the Monitor-Control submenu values to the factory default values.

button key to exit the Monitor-Control submenu.

select

OSD - Control Option

Pressing the Adjust key while the OSD Control icon is selected activates the OSD Control submenu. Use the ◄Function►
buttons to scroll between the submenu items.

OSD-H-Position: Press the

OSD-V-Position: Press the

Exit: Press the Adjust

select

Adjust buttons to horizontally move the OSD menu.

Adjust buttons to vertically move the OSD menu.

button key to exit the OSD-Control submenu.

Pressing the Adjust key while the Misc Control icon is selected activates the Misc Control submenu. Use the
buttons to scroll between the submenu items.

Language: Press the
French, Spanish, and Italian.

Audio Volume: Press the

Misc. - Control Option

Adjust buttons to select the desired OSD display language. Languages supported: English, German,

Adjust buttons to increase or decrease the volume of the monitor speakers.

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◄Function►

select

Chapter 2

Information: The Information submenu displays the current resolution, vertical refresh rate, and monitor firmware version.

Exit: Press the Adjust

button to exit the Misc-Control submenu.

Graphic Control Option

Pressing the Adjust key while the Graphic Control icon is selected activates the Graphic Control submenu. Use the
buttons to scroll between the submenu items.

Contrast: Press the
contrast level can range from 0 to 63.

Brightness: Press the

Sharpness: Press the

Color: Press the

values 9300°, 6500°. Selecting the USER option, allows for customization of the Red, Green and Blue color coordinates.

R, G and B: Press the
customized color temperature. There are 127 levels of adjustments (0 - 127) available.

Before adjusting these fields, you must select the User option in the Color submenu.

Exit: Press the Adjust

◄Function►

Adjust buttons to adjust the difference between the lightest and darkest areas on the display. The

Adjust buttons to adjust the intensity of the monitor backlight.

Adjust buttons to select the desired sharpness setting.

Adjust buttons to select the desired color temperature setting. The available options are CIE coordinate

Adjust buttons to make individual adjustments to the Red, Green, and Blue coordinates for the

button to exit the Graphic-Control submenu.

Graph/Text Option

Pressing the Adjust key while the Graph/Text icon is selected toggles the DOS resolution between 640x400 and 720x400.

select

OSD Exit

Pressing the Adjust key while the Exit icon is selected, deactivates the OSD menu.

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Technical Information

TFT LCD Monitor Specifications

Model Planar FWT1744NU

LCD Panel 17.4” SXGA
Control Functions Power Software Power switch with LED indicator

On-Screen Display (OSD)

Main Menu Submenu

Auto Adjust

Monitor Control

OSD Control

Misc. Control

Graphic Control

Graph/Text

(Press to turn off, over 1 sec. to turn on)

Horizontal Position/Vertical Position/Phase/Clock/Reset/Exit

OSD Horizontal Position/OSD Vertical Position/Exit

Language/Audio Volume/Information/Exit

Contrast/Brightness/Sharpness/Color/R/G/B/Exit

640 x 400/720 x 400

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Display Area (mm) 345.6 x 276.48mm (17.4 inch diagonal)
Response Time (Rise+Fall) 25ms typ.
Contrast Ratio 400:1 typ.
Brightness 220 cd/m2 typ.
Pixel Pitch (mm) 0.27 x 0.27
Viewing Angle Horizontal: 80°/80° (L/R), Vertical: 80°/80° (U/D)
Display Colors Dithering 16M
Video Interface VGA Compatible Analog RGB/ Composite Sync
Scanning Frequency

H/V, Hz (Analog mode)
Power Management Meets VESA DPMS
Power Consumption

(ON/OFF, W)
Dimensions WxHxD mm 450 x 446 x 207
Net Weight (Kg) Approx. 8.6
Power Supply 12V/4.16A, 50W

Universal Input AC Adapter (External)

Options Wall-mounted bracket, Arm-mounted bracket (VESA Compliance)

USB Hub (1 up and 2 down streams), Touch Screen,

Environment Operating Temperature: 0 to 40° C

Relative Humidity: 10% to 90%

Audio (Two 1 Watt speakers
with amplifier)

Regulatory UL, CSA, TÜV/GS, CE Mark, VCCI, T-Mark, FCC B DoC, TCO ’99 (optional), Nordic

24-80kHz

50-75

43W (typical)/5W (max.)

(Measured from AC inlet)

Yes

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Timing for Model FWT1744NU (SXGA Resolution)

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Supported Timing

Item

1 NEC PC98 640x400 25.20 70.15 31.50 -/- A
2 NEC PC98 640x400 21.05 56.42 24.83 -/- A
3 MAC 13” mode 640x480 30.24 66.67 35.00 -/- A
4 MAC 16” mode 832x624 57.28 74.55 49.73 -/- A
5 MAC 17” mode 1024x768 80.00 75.02 60.24 -/- A
6 VGA 640x350 25.18 70.09 31.47 +/- A
7 VGA 640x400 25.18 70.09 31.47 -/+ A
8 VGA 640x480 25.18 59.94 31.47 -/- A

9 VESA 640x480 31.50 72.81 37.86 -/- A
10 VESA 640x480 31.50 75.00 37.50 -/- A
11 VESA 800x600 36.00 56.25 35.16 +/+ A
12 SVGA 800x600 40.00 60.32 37.88 +/+ A
13 VESA 800x600 50.00 72.19 48.08 +/+ A
14 VESA 800x600 49.50 75.00 46.88 +/+ A
15 VGA 720x400 28.32 70.09 31.47 -/+ A
16 XGA 1024x768 65.00 60.00 48.36 -/- A
17 VESA 1024x768 75.00 70.07 56.48 -/- A
18 VESA 1024x768 78.75 75.03 60.02 +/+ A
19 1024x768 71.64 66.13 53.96 +/+ A
20 VESA 1152x864 108.00 75.00 67.50 +/+ A
21 1152x870 100 75.06 68.68 -/- A
22 VESA 1280x960 108.0 60.0 60.0 +/+ A
23 VESA 1280x1024 108.0 60.02 63.98 +/+ A
24 VESA 1280x1024 127.0 69.85 74.88 +/+ A
25 VESA 1280x1024 135.0 75.03 79.98 +/+ A
26 SUN 1024x768 64.13 59.98 48.29 H+V A
27 SUN 1024x768 74.25 70.04 56.59 H+V A

Standards

Resolution

Dot Clock

(MHz)

Vertical

Scanning

Frequency

(Hz)

Horizontal

Scanning

Frequency

(kHz)

Sync Polarity
or composite

sync (H/V)

Operating

Mode

*Once a mode is optimized, there is no need to make any further adjustment as long as the VGA card remains
unchanged.

*Specifications are subject to change without notice.

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Troubleshooting Procedures

This LCD monitor comes pre-adjusted with standard VGA timing. Due to output timing differences among
various VGA cards, you may initially experience an unstable or unclear display when a new display mode or
new VGA card is selected.

Before applying any of the following troubleshooting procedures, you should first apply the Auto Adjust
option in the OSD menu.

This LCD Monitor Supports Multiple VGA Modes. Refer to Addendum for a listing of the factory­preset modes supported by this LCD Monitor.

PROBLEM: Display is Unclear and Unstable

To stabilize and clarify your display, follow this procedure:

1. In Windows, load a wallpaper bitmap that has vertical lines in it.

After the wallpaper has loaded, open the OSD and select the Clock function. Press one of the

2.

Adjustment Control buttons until you see vertical dark and light lines across the screen.

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3. When you can see distinct light and dark vertical bands, stop pressing the Adjustment Control

button. Now press the other Adjustment Control button. The vertical dark and light bands will
decrease in number. Keep pressing the button until the distinct bands disappear.

Select the Phase function and press one of the Adjustment Control buttons until horizontal dark

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and light lines appear. The number of lines increases as you press the button. Press the other
Adjustment Control button until the lines disappear and you have a clear display.

PROBLEM: There is no LCD Display

If there is no display on the LCD, refer to the following:

1. Make sure that the power indicator on the LCD monitor is lit, all connections are secure, and the

system is running on the correct timing. Refer to the Addendum for information on timing.

Turn off the LCD monitor and then turn it back on again. Press the OSD Menu button (refer to

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Chapter 2) once and then press either Adjustment Control button several times. If there is still no
display, press the other Adjustment Control button several times.

3. If step 2 doesn’t work, connect your PC system to another external CRT. If your PC system

functions properly with a CRT monitor but it does not function with the LCD monitor, and the
LCD monitor’s power LED is blinking, the output timing of the PC’s VGA card may be out of the
LCD’s synchronous range. Change to one of the alternate modes, listed in the Addendum, or
replace the VGA card and repeat steps 1 and 2.

4. If the PC doesn’t function with the CRT monitor either, check your system BIOS to see if there is

a dual scan setting under the display mode item. Set the BIOS display mode to Dual Scan or CRT
and try again. If there is still no display, then there may be a problem with your system and you
should contact a qualified technician.

If the power LED is not lit, checks that the AC power connector is securely connected. Verify that

5.

the AC adapter LED is lit. If the AC adapter LED is not lit, please contact your dealer for
assistance.

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