Sharp LL-171A, LL-171G User Manual

LCD Monitor
LCD Farbmonitor
Moniteur LCD
Monitor LCD
Monitor LCD

LL-171A
LL-171G

OPERATION MANUAL
BEDIENUNGSANLEITUNG
MODE D'EMPLOI
MANUALE D'USO
MANUAL DE FUNCIONAMIENTO

LL-171A

Notice for Users in the USA

IMPORTANT:
To aid in reporting in case of loss or theft, please
record the monitor's model and serial numbers in
the space provided. The numbers are located on
the rear of the monitor.

Model No.:

Serial No.:

FCC Statement

WARNING – FCC Regulations state that any unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment
not expressly approved by the manufacturer could void the user's authority to operate this equipment.

Note: 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 distance between the equipment and receiver.

- Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is
connected.

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

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Use nothing but the included cables and AC cord to insure compliance with FCC regulation for Class
B computing equipment.

Declaration of Conformity

SHARP LCD Color Monitor LL-171A-W/LL-171A-B/LL-171G-W/LL-171G-B

This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following 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.

Responsible Party: SHARP ELECTRONICS CORPORATION

Sharp Plaza, Mahwah, New Jersey 07430
TEL: 1-800-BE-SHARP

* As an ENERGY STAR® Partner, SHARP has determined that this product meets the ENERGY

This product utilizes tin-lead solder, and fluorescent lamp containing a small amount of mercury.
Disposal of these materials may be regulated due to environmental considerations. For disposal or
recycling information, please contact your local authorities or the Electronics Industries
Alliance: www.eiae.org

®

STA R

guidelines for energy efficiency.

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Notice for Users in Europe

This equipment complies with the requirements of Directives 89/336/EEC and 73/23/EEC as amended
by 93/68/EEC.

Dieses Gerät entspricht den Anforderungen der EG-Richtlinien 89/336/EWG und 73/23/EWG mit
Änderung 93/68/EWG.

Ce matériel répond aux exigences contenues dans les directives 89/336/CEE et 73/23/CEE modifiées
par la directive 93/68/CEE.

Dit apparaat voldoet aan de eisen van de richtlijnen 89/336/EEG en 73/23/EEG, gewijzigd door 93/68/
EEG.

Dette udstyr overholder kravene i direktiv nr. 89/336/EEC og 73/23/EEC med tillæg nr. 93/68/EEC.

Quest' apparecchio è conforme ai requisiti delle direttive 89/336/EEC e 73/23/EEC, come emendata
dalla direttiva 93/68/EEC.

Η εγκατασταση ανταποκρινεται στιζ απαιτησειζ των οδηγιων τηζ Ευρωπαïκηζ Ενωσηζ 89/336/ΕΟΚ κατ
73/23/ΕΟΚ, óπωζ οι κανονισµοι αυτοι συµπληρωθηκαν απó την οδηγια 93/68/ΕΟΚ.

Este equipamento obedece às exigências das directivas 89/336/CEE e 73/23/CEE, na sua versão
corrigida pela directiva 93/68/CEE.

Este aparato satisface las exigencias de las Directivas 89/336/CEE y 73/23/CEE, modificadas por
medio de la 93/68/CEE.

Denna utrustning uppfyller kraven enligt riktlinjerna 89/336/EEC och 73/23/EEC så som komplette ras
av 93/68/EEC.

Dette produktet oppfyller betingelsene i direktivene 89/336/EEC og 73/23/EEC i endringen 93/68/EEC.

Tämä laite täyttää direktiivien 89/336/EEC ja 73/23/EEC vaatimukset, joita on muutettu direktiivillä 93/
68/EEC.

CAUTION:

TO PREVENT ELECTRICAL SHOCK, DISCONNECT THE AC CORD BEFORE SERVICING.

CAUTION:

FOR A COMPLETE ELECTRICAL DISCONNECTION, PULL OUT THE MAIN PLUG.

VORSICHT:

UM DIE STROMZUFUHR VOLLSTÄNDIG ZU UNTERBRECHEN, DEN NETZSTECKER HERAUSZIEHEN
ENTFERNEN.

ATTENTION :

POUR UN ARRET TOTAL DE L'APPAREIL, DEBRANCHEZ LA PRISE DU COURANT SECTEUR.

VARNING:

FÖR TOTAL ELEKTRISK URKOPPLING, KOPPLA UR KONTAKTEN OCH.

PRECAUCION:

PARA UNA COMPLETA DESCONEXION ELECTRICA DESENCHUFE LA CLAVIJA DE LA RED.

PRECAUCION:

A FIN DE EVITAR DESCARGAS ELÉCTRICAS, DESCONECTE EL ENCHUFE DE LA RED ANTES DE
REALIZAR CUALQUIER OPERACIÓN DE SERVICIO.

ATTENZIONE:

PER EVITARE FOLGORAZIONI, SCOLLEGATE IL CAVO DI COLLEGAMENTO ALLA RETE IN
ALTERNATA PRIMA DI EFFETTUARE UN INTERVENTO DI SERVIZIO TECNICO.

ATTENZIONE:

PER UNO SCOLLEGAMENTO ELETTRICO COMPLETO, TIRATE FUORI LA SPINA PRINCIPALE.

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Notice for Users in the UK

FOR CUSTOMERS IN U.K.

IMPORTANT

The wires in this mains lead are coloured in accordance with the following code:

GREEN-AND-YELLOW : Earth
BLUE : Neutral
BROWN : Live

As the colours of the wires in the mains lead of this apparatus may not correspond with the coloured
markings identifying the terminals in your plug proceed as follows:

• The wire which is coloured GREEN-AND-YELLOW must be connected to the terminal in the plug
which is marked by the letter E or by the safety earth

• The wire which is coloured BLUE must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the

letter N or coloured black.

• The wire which is coloured BROWN must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the
letter L or coloured red.

Ensure that your equipment is connected correctly. If you are in any doubt consult a qualified
electrician.

"WARNING: THIS APPARATUS MUST BE EARTHED."

or coloured green or green-and-yellow.

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Notice for Users in Australia

Service Inquiries

Please contact your dealer for service if required or contact Sharp Corporation of Australia on
1 300 13 50 22 for referral to your nearest Sharp authorized Service Center.

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TCO Development

SE-114 94 Stockholm, Sweden
Fax: [phone]
Email (Internet): [e-mail]
Current information regarding TCO'99 approved and
labelled products may also be obtained via the Internet,
using the address: http://www.tco-info.com/

Congratulations!

You have just purchased a TCO'99 approved and
labelled product! Your choice has provided you with a
product developed for professional use. Your purchase
has also contributed to reducing the burden on the
environment and also to the further development of
environmentally adapted electronics products.

Why do we have environmentally labelled
computers?

In many countries, environmental labelling has become
an established method for encouraging the adaptation of
goods and services to the environment. The main
problem, as far as computers and other electronics
equipment are concerned, is that environmentally
harmful substances are used both in the products and
during their manufacture. Since it is not so far possible to
satisfactorily recycle the majority of electronics
equipment, most of these potentially damaging
substances sooner or later enter nature.
There are also other characteristics of a computer, such
as energy consumption levels, that are important from
the viewpoints of both the work (internal) and natural
(external) environments. Since all methods of electricity
generation have a negative effect on the environment
(e.g. acidic and climate-influencing emissions,
radioactive waste), it is vital to save energy. Electronics
equipment in offices is often left running continuously
and thereby consumes a lot of energy.

What does labelling involve?

This product meets the requirements for the TCO'99
scheme which provides for international and
environmental labelling of personal computers. The
labelling scheme was developed as a joint effort by the
TCO (The Swedish Confederation of Professional
Employees), Svenska Naturskyddsforeningen (The
Swedish Society for Nature Conservation) and Statens
Energimyndighet (The Swedish National Energy
Administration).
Approval requirements cover a wide range of issues:
environment, ergonomics, usability, emission of electric
and magnetic fields, energy consumption and electrical
and fire safety.
The environmental demands impose restrictions on the
presence and use of heavy metals, brominated and
chlorinated flame retardants, CFCs (freons) and
chlorinated solvents, among other things. The product
must be prepared for recycling and the manufacturer is
obliged to have an environmental policy which must be
adhered to in each country where the company
implements its operational policy.
The energy requirements include a demand that the
computer and/or display, after a certain period of
inactivity, shall reduce its power consumption to a lower
level in one or more stages. The length of time to
reactivate the computer shall be reasonable for the user.
Labelled products must meet strict environmental
demands, for example, in respect of the reduction of
electric and magnetic fields, physical and visual
ergonomics and good usability.
Below you will find a brief summary of the environmental
requirements met by this product. The complete
environmental criteria document may be ordered from:

Environmental requirements

Flame retardants
Flame retardants are present in printed circuit boards,
cables, wires, casings and housings. Their purpose is to
prevent, or at least to delay the spread of fire. Up to 30%
of the plastic in a computer casing can consist of flame
retardant substances. Most flame retardants contain
bromine or chloride, and those flame retardants are
chemically related to another group of environmental
toxins, PCBs. Both the flame retardants containing
bromine or chloride and the PCBs are suspected of
giving rise to severe health effects, including
reproductive damage in fish-eating birds and mammals,
due to the bio-accumulative* processes. Flame
retardants have been found in human blood and
researchers fear that disturbances in foetus
development may occur.
The relevant TCO'99 demand requires that plastic
components weighing more than 25 grams must not
contain flame retardants with organically bound bromine
or chlorine. Flame retardants are allowed in the printed
circuit boards since no substitutes are available.

Cadmium**
Cadmium is present in rechargeable batteries and in the
colour-generating layers of certain computer displays.
Cadmium damages the nervous system and is toxic in
high doses. The relevant TCO'99 requirement states that
batteries, the colour-generating layers of display
screens and the electrical or electronics components
must not contain any cadmium.

Mercury**
Mercury is sometimes found in batteries, relays and
switches. It damages the nervous system and is toxic in
high doses. The relevant TCO'99 requirement states that
batteries may not contain any mercury. It also demands
that mercury is not present in any of the electrical or
electronics components associated with the labelled unit.
There is however one exception. Mercury is, for the time
being, permitted in the back light system of flat panel
monitors as there today is no commercially available
alternative. TCO aims on removing this exception when
a mercury free alternative is available.

CFCs (freons)
The relevant TCO'99 requirement states that neither
CFCs nor HCFCs may be used during the manufacture
and assembly of the product. CFCs (freons) are
sometimes used for washing printed circuit boards.
CFCs break down ozone and thereby damage the
ozone layer in the stratosphere, causing increased
reception on earth of ultraviolet light with e.g. increased
risks of skin cancer (malignant melanoma) as a
consequence.

Lead**
Lead can be found in picture tubes, display screens,
solders and capacitors. Lead damages the nervous
system and in higher doses, causes lead poisoning. The
relevant TCO'99 requirement permits the inclusion of
lead since no replacement has yet been developed.

* Bio-accumulative is defined as substances which

accumulate within living organisms.

** Lead, Cadmium and Mercury are heavy metals which

are Bio-accumulative.

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Table of Contents

Tips and safety precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Product description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Angle adjustment, height adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Connecting the monitor and turning the monitor on and off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Securing the cables [LL-171G] . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Connecting the monitor to a computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Connection of headphones (commercially available) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Connecting the monitor to a power source . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Turning the power on . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Changing between input terminals [LL-171G] . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Turning the power off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Adjusting the screen display and speaker volume. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Adjusting the backlight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Adjusting the speaker volume . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 8

Setting display mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

Checking product information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 8

Adjusting the screen display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

Automatic screen adjustment (When using an analog signal) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

Manual screen adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 0

Monitor care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

Monitor care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

Installing set-up information and the ICC profile (For Windows) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

Information about the ColorSync profile (For MacOS) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

Instructions for attaching a VESA-compliant arm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

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Tips and safety precautions

- The TFT color LCD panel used in this monitor is

made with the application of high precision
technology. However, there may be minute
points on the screen where pixels never light or
are permanently lit. Also, if the screen is viewed
from an acute angle there may be uneven colors
or brightness. Please note that these are not
malfunctions but common phenomena of LCDs
and will not affect the performance of the
monitor.

- Do not display a still picture for a long time, as

this could cause an afterimage to remain.

- If the brightness is adjusted to the minimum

setting it may be difficult to see the screen.

- The quality of the computer signal may influence

the quality of the display. We recommend using
a computer able to emit high quality video
signals.

- Never rub or tap the monitor with hard objects.

- Please understand that Sharp Corporation bears

no responsibility for errors made during use by
the customer or a third party, nor for any other
malfunctions or damage to this product arising
during use, except where indemnity liability is
recognized under law.

- This monitor and its accessories may be

upgraded without advance notice.

Location

- Do not use the monitor where ventilation is poor,
where there is a lot of dust, where humidity is
high, or where the monitor may come into
contact with oil or steam, as this could lead to
fire.

- Ensure that the monitor does not come into
contact with water or other fluids. Ensure that no
objects such as paper clips or pins enter the
monitor as this could lead to fire or electric
shock.

- Do not place the monitor on top of unstable
objects or in unsafe places. Do not allow the
monitor to come into contact with strong shocks
or vibrations. Causing the monitor to fall or
topple over may damage it.

- Do not use in places where the monitor will be
subject to direct sunlight, near heating
equipment or anywhere else where there is
likelihood of high temperature, as this may lead
to generation of excessive heat and outbreak of
fire.

The Power Cord

- Do not damage the power cord nor place heavy
objects on it, stretch it or over bend it. Also, do
not add extension cords. Damage to the cord
may result in fire or electric shock.

- Use only the power cord supplied with the monitor.

- Insert the power plug directly into the AC outlet.
Adding an extension cord may lead to fire as a
result of overheating.

- Do not remove or insert the power plug with wet
hands. Doing so could result in electric shock.

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Tips and safety precautions

Monitor and accessory checklist

- Please check that the following items are
included in the package.

- LCD monitor (1)

- Analog signal cable (1)

(model name: 0NW1738GAB01A)

- [LL-171G] Digital signal cable (1)

(model name: 0NW1748LAB007)

- Audio cable (1)

(model name: 0NW0173056023)

- [LL-171G] Cable clamp (2)

- CD-ROM (1)

- Operation manual (1)

Notes:

- [LL-171A] Use only the cables supplied with the
monitor.

- Be sure to use cables that are less than 3 m in
length.

- [LL-171G] The analog signal cable (DVI-I29 pin
– mini D-sub15 pin) is to be purchased
separately.
(model name: NL-C02E)

- [LL-171G] The 2-input cable (DVI-I29 pin –
DVI-D24 pin/mini D-sub15 pin) is to be
purchased separately.
(model name: NL-C03J)

- You are advised to retain the carton in case the
monitor needs to be transported.

- Sharp Corporation holds authorship rights to the
Utility Disk program. Do not reproduce it without
permission.

- The shape of the supplied accessories may not
be exactly same as shown in this manual.

Manual Scope

- This manual is written for use with the LL-171A
and the LL-171G. When describing a different
specification between the models, the model
name is also given. (If the model name isn't
given, the description is true for both models. For
product appearance, illustrations of the LL-171A
are used in this manual.)

- In this manual, Microsoft Windows XP will be
referred to as "Windows XP", Microsoft Windows
Millennium as "Windows Me", Microsoft
Windows 2000 as "Windows 2000", Microsoft
Windows 98 as "Windows 98", Microsoft
Windows 95 as "Windows 95", and Microsoft
Windows Version 3.1 as "Windows 3.1". When
there is no need to distinguish between
programs, the term "Windows" will be used.

- Microsoft and Windows are registered
trademarks of Microsoft Corporation.

- Macintosh is a registered trademark of Apple
Computer, Inc.

- All other brand and product names are
trademarks or registered trademarks of their
respective holders.

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Product description

[LL-171A][LL-171G]

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1. AUTO button [LL-171A] ........... This button is used to perform automatic adjustment of the screen

INPUT button [LL-171G] ......... To switch between the signal's input terminals.

2. MENU button ........................... This button is used to pop-up, select and close the OSD (On Screen

3. / MODE button ..................... When the OSD Menu is displayed:

4.

buttons ............................. When the OSD Menu is displayed:

5. Speakers .................................. Audio entering via the external device connected to the monitor can

6. Headphone terminal ............... Headphones (commercially available) can be connected here.

7. Power button ............................ Pressing this button turns the power on.

8. Power LED ...............................

9. Main power switch

10. Power terminal

11. Audio input terminal ................ A computer's audio output terminal can be connected here. The audio

12.

DVI-I input terminal [LL-171G]
(INPUT-2)

13. Analog RGB input terminal ..... The analog signal cable is connected here. The analog signal cable

(INPUT-1)

14. Security lock anchor ................ By connecting a security lock (commercially available) to the security

15. Ventilation openings................ Never block the ventilation openings as this may lead to overheating

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(CLOCK, PHASE, H-POS and V-POS). (p.19)

Display) Menu.

This button is used to select menu options.

When the OSD Menu is not displayed:

This button is used to set DISPLAY MODE.

These buttons are used to select an option or adjust the value of the
selected option.

When the OSD Menu is not displayed:

These buttons are used to adjust backlight brightness and speaker
volume.

be heard.

Press the button again to turn the power off.

This LED is lit green when in use and orange when in power-saving mode.

cable included should be used.

..... The computer's digital RGB output terminal or analog RGB output

terminal can be connected here.
For a digital signal input: It can be connected to a computer with a
DVI-compatible output terminal (DVI-D24 pin or DVI-I29 pin) and
which has SXGA output ability. Depending on the computer to be
connected, correct display may or may not be possible.

included should be used.

lock anchor, the monitor is fixed so that it cannot be transported.
The security slot works in conjunction with Kensington Micro Saver
Security Systems.

inside the monitor and result in malfunction.

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Angle adjustment, height adjustment

CAUTION!

- Be sure to hold both sides of the monitor when

adjusting the viewing angle. The LCD panel
used in this monitor is made of glass. Pressure
from hands on the LCD panel could cause
damage.

- Be careful not to allow your fingers to be

pinched.

Angle adjustment

[LL-171A]

approx. 5°

approx. 25°

Height adjustment [LL-171G]

1.Release the lock.

2.Adjust the height of the stand.

3.Set the lock.

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approx. 70 mm

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CAUTION!

- Be sure to release the lock before adjusting the
height of the stand. Extending/contracting the
stand when it's locked may result in damage to
the product.

- Ensure that the stand is properly locked except
while adjusting the height.

[LL-171G]

approx. 25°

approx. 5°

approx. 45°

approx. 45°

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Connecting the monitor and turning the monitor on and off

CAUTION!

- When connecting, ensure that both the monitor
and computer are switched off.

- Be careful not to over bend the cable or add
extension cords as this could lead to a
malfunction.

Securing the cables [LL-171G]

Use the supplied cable clamps to secure the
cables connected to the terminals.
The upper and lower cable clamps have different
shapes. Check the shapes of the clamps before
attaching them to the stand.

CAUTION!

- When adjusting the viewing angle, cables may
be pulled. Therefore, ensure that the cables
have sufficient slack.

Connecting the monitor to a computer

Analog connection [LL-171A]

Connect the accessory analog signal cable to the
analog RGB output terminal of the computer.

Analog RGB terminal
(Mini D-sub 15 pin, 3 row)

Analog signal cable

- Paying attention to connector direction, firmly
insert the signal cable vertically into the
connector, and then tighten the screws at both
sides.

Orient the side of the clamp
with the protrusion to the
stand and attach the clamp.

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