Planar PT1704Z User Manual
PT1704Z Manual
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Preface
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About this manual
This manual is designed to assist you in setting up and using your New Planar 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.
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)
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.
Canadian Doc Notice
For Class B Computing Devices
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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 Safety Instructions
Please read the following instructions carefully. This manual should be retained for future use.
1. To clean your New Planar LCD Monitor screen, first, make sure the Monitor is in the power off mode. Un-
plug the Monitor from its power source before cleaning it. Do not spray liquid cleaners directly onto the unit.
Stand away from your New Planar LCD Monitor and spray cleaning solution onto a rag. Without applying
excessive pressure, clean the screen with the slightly dampened rag.
2. Do not place your New Planar 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 your New Planar LCD Monitor is in a range of minus 20 to plus 65 degrees Celsius (68°F-
149°F). Storing your New Planar LCD Monitor outside this range could result in permanent damage.
7. If any of the following occurs, immediately unplug your Monitor and call an authorized technician.
• The power or Monitor-to-PC signal cord is frayed or damaged.
• Liquid has been spilled onto the Monitor, or it has been exposed to rain.
• The Monitor has been dropped or the case has been damaged.
8. The appliance should be disconnected from the mains by pulling the mains power cord/mains plug.
9. The socket-outlet shall be installed near the equipment and shall be easily accessible.
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Table of Contents
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ABLE OF CONTENTS
PREFACE..........................................................................................................................................................................I
TABLE OF CONTENTS...............................................................................................................................................III
CHAPTER 1 ..................................................................................................................................................................... 1
Your New Planar LCD Monitor! ...............................................................................................................1
Unpacking .................................................................................................................................................1
Identifying Components ..........................................................................................................................1
Your New Planar LCD Monitor — Front View ................................................................................................... 2
Your New Planar LCD Monitor — Rear View..................................................................................................... 2
Adjusting the Viewing Angle...................................................................................................................3
Connecting AC Power.............................................................................................................................. 3
Connecting Video .....................................................................................................................................4
Connecting the Stereo Speakers ............................................................................................................4
CHAPTER 2 ..................................................................................................................................................................... 5
Your New Planar LCD Monitor’s Display Controls ............................................................................... 5
Adjusting the Monitor’s Display .............................................................................................................5
OSD Main Menu .................................................................................................................................................. 5
OSD Main Menu ........................................................................................................................................5
APPENDIX A ................................................................................................................................................................... 9
Planar TFT LCD Monitor Specifications................................................................................................. 9
APPENDIX B ................................................................................................................................................................. 10
Timing for Model PT1704Z (SXGA Resolution) ................................................................................... 10
APPENDIX C ................................................................................................................................................................. 11
Troubleshooting Procedures ................................................................................................................11
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