Notice for Users in the USA ............................................................................................................................ 4
Notice for Users in Europe .............................................................................................................................. 7
Notice for Users in the UK ............................................................................................................................... 8
Notice for Users in Australia ............................................................................................................................ 8
Tips and safety precautions ............................................................................................................................ 9
Connecting the monitor and turning the monitor on and off ........................................................................... 12
Connecting the monitor to a power source ............................................................................................... 12
Connecting the monitor to a computer (PC etc.) ....................................................................................... 13
Connecting to a second computer ............................................................................................................ 13
Connecting a USB device ......................................................................................................................... 13
Turning the power on ................................................................................................................................ 14
Changing between input terminals (INPUT 1 ↔ 2) ................................................................................ 14
Turning the power off ................................................................................................................................ 14
Adjusting the screen display.......................................................................................................................... 17
Adjusting the backlight .............................................................................................................................. 18
Monitor care and repair ................................................................................................................................. 22
Monitor care ............................................................................................................................................. 22
Instructions for attaching a VESA compliant arm .......................................................................................... 26
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Notice for Users in the USA
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 equip-
ment 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.
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-T1810A
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 re-
ceived, including interference that may cause undersized 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 STAR
guidelines for energy efficiency.
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
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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:
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TCO Development
SE-114 94 Stockholm, Sweden
Fax: +46 8 782 92 07
Email (Internet): development@tco.se
Current information regarding TCO'99 approved and labelled products may also be
obtained via the Internet, using the address: http://www.tco-info.com/
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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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 DU SYSTEMS, DECONNECTEZ LA PRISE DE COURANT SECTEUR.
VARNING :
FÖR TOTAL ELEKTRISK URKOPPLING, KOPPLA UR KONTAKTEN OCH.
PRECAUCION :
PARA UNA COMPLETA DESCONEXION ELECTRICA DESENCHUFE LA CLAVIJA DE LA RED.
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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 GREENAND-YELLOW must be connected to the terminal in the plug which is marked by the letter E or by the
safety earth or coloured green or green-and-yellow.
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"
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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Tips and safety precautions
- Under certain display conditions, minute specks
or spots may be noticeable. This is common for
liquid crystal monitors and is not a malfunction.
- The LCD panel has been manufactured using
highly elaborate technology. Properly working
pixels comprise 99.99% of total pixels. However,
please understand that 0.01% or less of pixels
may be missing or be brighter than usual.
- Do not leave the screen displaying idly for long
periods of time, as this could cause 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 overly bend it. Also, do
not add extension cords. Damage to the cord
may result in fire or electric shock.
- Use only the AC adapter supplied with the
monitor. Using an AC adapter other than that
supplied may lead to fire.
- Insert the power plug directly into the AC outlet.
Adding an extension cord may lead to fire as a
result of overheating
Monitor and accessory checklist
- Please check that the following items are
included in the package.
- LCD monitor (1)
- AC adapter (1)
- USB cable (1)
- Monitor Settings Adjustment Disk for
Windows (1)
- Operation manual (1)
Notes:
- You are advised to retain the carton in case the
monitor needs to be transported.
- Authorship rights to the Monitor Settings
Adjustment Disk's program are held by Sharp
Corporation. Do not reproduce it without
permission.
Manual Scope
- In this booklet, Microsoft Windows 2000 will be
referred to as [Windows2000], Microsoft
Windows 98 as [Windows98], Microsoft Windows
95 as [Windows95], and Microsoft Windows
Version 3.1 as [Windows3.1]. 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.
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Front view
Control Panel
Product description
Power button (p. 14)
This button switches the monitor ON
and OFF.
Power LED (p. 14)
Green light:In use
Orange light: Power saving mode or
signal failure
Lamp off:Power OFF
buttons
When the On Screen Display (OSD) Menu is displayed:
These buttons are used to increase or decrease the value of a
selected option. (p. 19)
When the OSD Menu is not displayed:
These buttons are used to adjust backlight brightness (p. 18).
SELECT button (p. 19)
This button is used to select menu options when the OSD Menu is
displayed.
MENU button (p. 19)
This button is used to pop-up, select and close the OSD Menu.
INPUT button (p. 14)
Use this button to switch between input signal terminals.
(INPUT 1
↔
INPUT 2)
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Front view
Product description
Ventilation
openings
Power terminal (p. 12)
Remove the cover to see the power
terminal. The AC adapter is connected
here.
INPUT 2 terminal and USB port
Remove the cover to view the computer
input terminal (INPUT 2) and USB port.
INPUT 2 terminal (p. 13)
Ventilation
openings
Security lock anchor
By connecting a security lock (purchased separately) to the security lock anchor, the
monitor is fixed so that it cannot be transported.
A second computer can be connected
here.
USB port: Downstream (Port 2) (p. 13)
A USB device can be connected here.
USB port: Upstream (Port 1) (p. 13)
A USB-ready computer or self-powered
USB hub can be connected here.
RGB signal cable: INPUT 1 (p. 13)
This is to be connected to the computer's
(i.e. PC etc) analog RGB output terminal.
Note: Never block the ventilation
openings as this may lead to
overheating inside the monitor
and result in malfunction.
The theft prevention hole works in conjunction with Kensington Micro Saver Security
Systems.
Adjusting the angle of the monitor
Lightly holding both sides of the monitor, adjust it
to a suitable viewing angle.
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Connecting the monitor and turning
the monitor on and off
Connecting the monitor to a power source
Use only the AC adapter supplied.
1. Remove the stand cover.
(Rear View)
2. Remove the cover.
Stand cover
Lift one side
Cover
5. Connect power cord to AC adapter.
Power cord
Fitting the AC adapter inside the stand
Wind the cord
Place adapter
inside stand cavity.
3. Connect the AC adapter to the monitor's power
terminal.
Power terminal
Run cord
through hole.
Place cord
on hook
AC adapter
4. Replace cover.
Cover
6. Replace stand cover.
Stand cover
7. Place power plug into AC outlet.
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Connecting the monitor and turning the monitor on and off
Connecting the monitor to a computer
(PC etc.)
When connecting, ensure that both the monitor and
computer are switched off.
Firmly insert the analog RGB output
terminal (mini D-sub 15 pin with 3 rows)
then tighten the screws each side.
RGB cable
If connecting to a D-sub 15 pin 2 row Apple
Power Macintosh, attach a Macintosh conversion adapter (to be purchased separately) to
the RGB signal cable.
Macintosh conversion adapter
RGB signal cable
After connecting the adapter, tighten the
screws on each side to fix into place.
Note:
- If connecting to the Sun Ultra series, a conversion
adapter (purchased separately) may be
required.
Connecting to a second computer
A RGB signal cable (to be purchased separately) is
needed to connect a second computer.
1. Remove the cover
(Rear View)
Cover
2. Connect the RGB signal cable (purchased
separately) to the INPUT 2 terminal.
INPUT 2 terminal
RGB signal cable
(purchased separately)
To the computer's
RGB output terminal
3. Replace the cover.
Connecting a USB device
This monitor can be used with hubs which use the
USB standard (Rev. 1.1).
Downstream (2 ports)
USB devices such as keyboard and mouse can be
connected here. Up to 100mA of power is able to be
supplied per port. Devices requiring more than
100mA cannot be connected.
Upstream (1 port)
USB compatible computers and self-powered hubs
can be connected. (Bus-powered hubs cannot be
connected.)
Notes:
- If a USB cable is required, please use the one
included.
- Before connecting, ensure that the shape of the
USB cable connector is correct.
- For information regarding the USB function (such
as set-up) please refer to the operation manual of
the computer to be connected.
- Some devices may not be able to be activated.
To ascertain a certain device's USB
compatibility, please contact the manufacturer of
the device.
1. Remove the cover.
(Rear View)
Cover
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Connecting the monitor and turning the monitor on and off
2. Connect the USB cable.
USB port: Downstream (2 ports)
USB port: Upstream (1 port)
3. Replace the cover.
Turning the power on
When connecting, ensure that both the monitor and
computer are switched off.
Turn on device to
Turn monitor on
Press power button
The power LED
which monitor is
connected
Changing between input terminals
↔ ↔
↔
(INPUT 1
↔ ↔
2)
When connected to two computers, use the INPUT
button to switch between input signal terminals (i.e.
to choose which computer's screen you want displayed.)
INPUT button
Pushing this button switches between input
signal terminals, so that the screen changes
to display any of the machines connected.
Turning the power off
Turn off device
to which monitor
is connected
Turn monitor off
Power LED
Green light:In use
Orange light: Power saving mode or signal
failure
Lamp off:Power OFF
Notes:
- Depending on the computer or OS, it may be
necessary to use the computer to install monitor
set-up information. If so, follow the steps below to
install the monitor set-up information. (p. 15)
- When setting up the monitor or a connected
computer for the first time, connecting an
additional computer or after having changed an
aspect of the current system, perform an
automatic screen adjustment before use (p. 18).
Press power button
CAUTION!
Do not leave the monitor in contact with rubber or
plastic items for long periods of time as this could
lead to color change or change in shape.
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Connecting the monitor and turning the monitor on and off
Installing set-up information and the ICC
profile
Depending on the computer or OS, it may be necessary to use the computer to operate the installation
of monitor set-up information etc. If so, follow the
steps below to install the monitor set-up information.
(Depending on the computer type, command names
and methods may differ. Please follow the computer’s own operation manual while reading this.)
Note:
This explanation assumes that the floppy disk drive
is "A drive". If the floppy disk drive of your computer
is not "A drive", please read the below substituting
the floppy disk drive you are using in place of "A
drive" or "A".
About ICC profiles
An ICC (International Color Consortium) profile
is a file that describes the color characteristics of
the LCD monitor. By using an application that
works together with an ICC profile, a high color
resolution can be realized.
Notes:
- Both Windows 98 and Windows 2000 use the
ICC profile.
- When the storing Windows 98 and Windows
2000 set-up information, the ICC profile is also
installed. If you would like to install the ICC
profile only, please refer to Installing the ICC
profile on the following page.
- When using the ICC profile, please set the
[WHITE BALANCE] to [STD].
Installing set-up information
For Windows 95
Installing monitor set-up information into Windows 95.
This explanation assumes that the floppy disk drive
is "A drive".
1. Place the Monitor Settings Adjustment Disk
(provided) into the computer's A drive.
2. Click on the [Start] button. From [Settings],
choose [Control Panel].
3. Double click on [Display].
4. Click on [Settings], [Advanced Properties], and
[Monitor], then [Change].
5. Click on [Have Disk], confirm that [Copy
manufacturer's files from:] is [A:] then click [OK].
6. Confirm that the monitor details are selected, and
click [OK].
7. Check that the monitor details are displayed,
then click [Apply].
8. Click [OK], and close the window.
9. Remove the Monitor Settings Adjustment
Disk from the A drive
For Windows98
Installing monitor set-up information into Windows
98, and setting the monitor's ICC profile as a predetermined value.
This explanation assumes that the floppy disk drive
is "A drive".
If the "Add New Hardware Wizard" has appeared:
1. Place the Monitor Settings Adjustment Disk
(provided) into the computer's A drive.
2. Click [Next].
3. Check [Display a list of all the drivers in a specific
location, so you can select the driver you want.],
then click [Next].
4. When [Models] is displayed, click on [Have Disk],
confirm that [Copy manufacturer's files from:] is
[A:], and click [OK].
5. Confirm that the monitor details are selected,
then click [Next], [Next], and [Finish]. If the "Add
New Hardware Wizard" appears, repeat the
installation commands beginning from 2 above.
6. Remove the Monitor Settings Adjustment Disk
from the A drive.
If the "Add New Hardware Wizard" has not appeared:
1. Place the Monitor Settings Adjustment Disk in the
computer's A drive.
2. Click on the [Start] button. From [Settings],
choose [Control Panel].
3. Double click on [Display].
4. Click on [Settings], [Advanced] and [Monitor].
5. In [Options], check [Automatically detect Plug &
Play monitors] and click on [Change].
6. Click [Next].
7. Click on [Display a list of all the drivers in a
specific location, so you can select the driver you
want.], then click [Next].
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Connecting the monitor and turning the monitor on and off
8. When [Models] is displayed, click on [Have Disk],
confirm that [Copy manufacturer's files from:] is
[A:], and click [OK].
9. Confirm that the monitor details are selected, then
click [Next], [Next], and [Finish].
10. Check that the monitor details are displayed,
then click [Apply].
11. Click [OK], and close the window.
12. Remove the Monitor Settings Adjustment Disk
from the A drive.
For Windows2000
Installing monitor set-up information into Windows
2000, and setting the monitor's ICC profile as a
predetermined value.
This explanation assumes that the floppy disk drive
is "A drive".
1. Place the Monitor Settings Adjustment Disk
(provided) into the computer's A drive.
2. Click on the [Start] button. From [Settings],
choose [Control Panel].
3. Double click on [Display].
4. Click on [Settings], [Advanced] and [Monitor].
5. Click on [Properties], [Driver] and [Update
Driver].
6. When [Upgrade Device Driver Wizard] appears,
click [Next].
7. Check [Display a list of the known drivers for this
device so that I can choose a specific driver] and
click [Next].
8. When [Models] is displayed, click on [Have disk],
confirm that [Copy manufacturer's files from:] is
[A:], and click [OK].
9. Select the monitor from the list displayed and
click [Next].
10.Click [Next], confirm that the monitor's name
appears on the screen, and click [Finish]. If
[Digital Signature Not Found] appears, click [Yes].
11.Click on [Close].
12.Click [OK], and close the window.
13.Remove the Monitor Settings Adjustment Disk
from the A drive.
Installing the ICC profile
Installing the monitor’s ICC profile. (If the set-up
information has already been installed, so too has
the profile, and there is no need to install it.)
This explanation assumes that the floppy disk drive
is "A drive".
1. Place the Monitor Settings Adjustment Disk in the
computer’s A drive.
2. Click on the [Start] button. From [Settings],
choose [Control Panel].
3. Double click on [Display].
4. Click on [Settings] and [Advanced].
5. Click on [General] and from [Compatibility] select
[Apply the new display settings without
restarting], then click on [Color Management].
6. Click [Add], and select [3 ½ Floppy [A:]] as the
file location.
7. Choose the color profile that you would like to
install, and click on [Add].
8. Choose the profile and click on [Set As Default].
9. Click [OK], and close the window.
10.Remove the Monitor Settings Adjustment Disk
from the A drive.
When using the ICC profile, please set the [WHITE
BALANCE] to [STD].
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Adjusting the screen display
If necessary, the screen can be adjusted as follows.
Automatic screen adjustment (p. 18)
The CLOCK, PHASE, H-POS (horizontal positioning) and V-POS (vertical positioning) functions can
be adjusted automatically.
Adjustment of backlight (p. 18)
Brightness of backlight can be adjusted.
Manual adjustment (p. 19)
Fine adjustments can be made using the On Screen
Display (OSD) Menu.
Note:
- All adjustments will be saved even after turning
the power off.
Useful functions and tips
Resetting MENU 1 (ADJUSTMENT)
MENU 1 (ADJUSTMENT) values can be returned to
their original ex-factory values in one command.
1. Turn on the monitor power.
2. Press the MENU button and the
simultaneously. When [RESET] appears on the
screen, the reset is complete.
Resetting all adjustment values
All adjustment values can be returned to their
original ex-factory values in one command.
1. Turn off the monitor power.
2. Press the MENU button and the SELECT button
simultaneously, and while doing this press the
power button (i.e. turn the power on). When [ALL
RESET] appears on the screen, the reset is
complete.
Note:
- While ALL RESET is displayed, the control
buttons are disabled.
- It is not possible to reset values when the
adjustment lock is in place. Remove the
adjustment lock before attempting to operate
control buttons.
button
Adjustment lock function
By disabling the control buttons (i.e. setting the lock)
any attempted changes to adjusted values will be
voided.
1. Turn off the monitor power.
2. While pressing the MENU button, press the
power button (i.e. turn the power on). This will set
the lock. (When this appears on the screen, the
lock is in place.)
Removing the lock
If the lock is in place and the above-mentioned
command is repeated, the lock will be removed.
Note:
- When the lock is in place, all buttons other than
the power button are disabled.
Choosing a message language
Messages displayed on the screen and OSD Menu
contents can be changed to the following languages.
Dutch, English, French, German, Spanish, Italian,
Swedish.
1. Turn off the monitor.
2. Pressing the
press the power button (i.e. turn the power on).
The Language Selection Menu (LANGUAGE) will
be displayed on the screen.
3. Use the SELECT button to choose a language.
4. Press the MENU button.
The setting is complete. From now, messages
and adjustment menus will be displayed in the
chosen language.
and buttons simultaneously,
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Adjusting the screen display
Automatic screen adjustment
Options in MENU 1 (ADJUSTMENT) can be adjusted automatically (CLOCK, PHASE, H-POS, VPOS).
Note:
- When setting up the monitor or a connected
computer for the first time, connecting an
additional computer or after having changed an
aspect of the current system, perform an
automatic screen adjustment before use
Automatic adjustment screen display
To perform an automatic adjustment, first display an
image that makes the entire screen very bright. If
you are using Windows, you can also use the
Adjustment Pattern on the accompanying Monitor
Settings Adjustment Disk for Windows.
Displaying the Adjustment Pattern (for Windows)
This explanation is for Windows 95/98/2000, and
assumes that the floppy disk drive is [A drive].
Note:
- If the floppy disk drive of your computer is not
"A drive", please read the below substituting the
floppy disk drive you are using in place of
"A drive" or "A".
1. Place the Monitor Settings Adjustment Disk
(provided) into the computer's A drive.
2. Open [My Computer] and select [3 ½ Floppy
(A:)]. If using Windows 3.1, open [File Manager]
and choose "A drive".
3. Double click on [Adj_uty.exe] to run the
Adjustment Program. The Adjustment Pattern will
appear.
Adjustment pattern
Adjusting the screen automatically
1. Press the MENU button.
The ADJUSTMENT Menu will be displayed.
2. Press the
The screen will become dark and [ADJUSTING]
will be displayed. After a few seconds the
ADJUSTMENT Menu will return. (The automatic
adjustment is now complete.)
3. Press the MENU button 4 times to make the On
Screen Display (OSD) Menu disappear.
Notes:
- In most cases the monitor is ready to be used
after automatic adjustment.
- If necessary due to any of the following, manual
adjustments (p. 19) can be made after the
automatic adjustment.
- When further fine adjustment is needed.
- When the computer's video input signals are
Composite Sync or Sync On Green.
(Automatic adjustments may not be
possible.)
- When, after command 2 above, [OUT OF
ADJUST] is displayed. (When the screen
displays an entirely dark image, the
automatic screen adjustment may be
disabled. When making an automatic
adjustment, be sure to either use the
Adjustment Pattern or try displaying an image
that makes the entire screen very bright.)
button.
Notes:
- After completing the adjustment, press the
computer's [Esc] key to exit the Adjustment
Program.
- If your computer's display mode is set to 65K
colors, you may see the different color levels in
each color pattern or the gray scale may look
colored. (This is due to the input signal
specification and is not a malfunction.)
Adjusting the backlight
The backlight brightness can be adjusted.
Carry out the commands without the On Screen
Display (OSD) Menu displayed. If the OSD Menu is
displayed, press the MENU button (several times
may be required) and begin when the OSD Menu
has disappeared.
1. Without the OSD Menu being displayed, push the
or the button. At the bottom of the screen the
BRIGHT bar will appear.
2. Adjust by pressing the button (darker) or
button (lighter).
The BRIGHT bar automatically disappears approximately 3 seconds after the last command.
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Adjusting the screen display
Manual screen adjustment
Fine adjustments can be made using the On Screen
Display (OSD) Menu provided.
MENU 1: ADJUSTMENT
CLOCK, PHASE, H-POS (horizontal
positioning) and V-POS (vertical
positioning)
MENU 2: GAIN CONTROL
BRIGHT (brightness), CONT (contrast)
MENU 3: WHITE BALANCE
R-CONT (blue-green to red), G-CONT
(purple to green), B-CONT (yellow to blue)
If using Windows, the Adjustment Pattern on the
accompanying Monitor Settings Adjustment Disk for
Windows can be used. (p. 18)
If using a computer other than Windows, the adjustment pattern cannot be used. Display an image that
makes the entire screen very bright, and adjust
while watching the screen.
Note:
- This explanation is based on using the Adjust-
ment Pattern (for Windows) to make adjustments.
Adjusting
1. Press the MENU button. The ADJUSTMENT
Menu will be displayed.
MENU 1: ADJUSTMENT
MANUAL: Individual menu options are manually
adjusted.
AUTO:Every menu option is automatically
adjusted
Notes:
- Press the
- To choose a menu option: SELECT button
- To go to MENU 2:MENU button
CLOCK
The figure below demonstrates how to adjust so that
vertical flicker noise is not emitted. (
PHASE
The figure below demonstrates how to adjust so that
horizontal flicker noise is not emitted. (
Note:
- Adjustments to PHASE should be made only
after CLOCK has been correctly set.
button to select AUTO.
buttons)
Ver tical flicker noise
buttons)
At this point relevant menu options can be adjusted.
Each time the MENU button is pressed, the next
menu is selected. (MENU 1 → 2 → 3 → 4 → OSD
Menu disappears)
Note:
- The OSD Menu automatically disappears
approximately 20 seconds after the last command.
Horizontal flicker noise
H-POS (horizontal positioning) and V-POS
(vertical positioning)
To center the screen image within the boundaries of
the screen, adjust the left-right (H-POS) values and
the up-down (V-POS) values. (
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buttons)
Screen frame
Adjusting the screen display
MENU 2: GAIN CONTROL
BRIGHT (brightness) and CONT (contrast) are
optimized before shipment, but depending on the
type of computer being used, further adjustment
may be necessary.
MANUAL: Individual menu options are manually
adjusted.
AUTO:Every menu option is automatically
adjusted using the Auto Gain Control*
function,
Notes:
- Press the
- To choose a menu option: SELECT button
- To go to MENU 3:MENU button
*Auto Gain Control function
The Auto Gain Control adjusts contrast and
brightness based on the brightest color of the
image displayed. If you are not using the
Adjustment Pattern it is necessary to have an
area of at least 5 mm x 5 mm of white image
displayed, and if not adjustments may not be
possible. (In such case, [OUT OF ADJUST] will
appear and setting values remain unchanged.)
BRIGHT (brightness)
Total screen brightness can be adjusted while
watching the color pattern. (
button to select AUTO.
buttons)
MENU 3: WHITE BALANCE
WHITE BALANCE can be adjusted as necessary.
(As adjustments are made before shipment, there is
no real necessity for further alteration.)
Notes:
- Not all graduations for COOL and WARM can be
displayed. To display all graduations, set to
STD.
- Selecting USER will display the setting values for
R-CONT, G-CONT and B-CONT, enabling fine
adjustments.
- To choose a menu option: SELECT button
- To go to MENU 4:MENU button
COOL . . . Color tone bluer than standard
- . . . . . . Color tone slightly bluer than standard
STD . . . . . Color tone standard setting
- . . . . . . Color tone slightly redder than standard
WARM . . . Color tone redder than standard
USER
R-CONT . . . . . . .
G-CONT . . . . . . .
B-CONT . . . . . . .
button for blue-green
button for red
button for purple
button for green
button for yellow
button for blue
Color pattern
CONT (Contrast)
While watching the color pattern, adjustments can be
made so that all graduations appear. (
buttons)
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Adjusting the screen display
MENU 4: MODE SELECT
The resolution can be adjusted
Notes:
- To choose a menu option: SELECT button
- When adjustment complete: MENU button
INPUT (Input mode)
The input mode can be set (
VESA: VESA mode
MAC:Power Macintosh mode
400 LINES (degree of resolution)
You can specify the horizontal resolution of a 400-line
screen when using US text, etc. (
640640 X 400 dot mode
720720 X 400 dot mode (US text etc.)
buttons)
buttons)
Note:
- As the resolution input for other than 400 lines is
done automatically, there is no need to set it.
EXPAND (Screen expansion)
For display modes of less than 1280 X 1024 pixels,
the display can be expanded if desired.
buttons)
(
OFFExpansion off
ONExpansion on
Notes:
- Display modes of 1280 X 1024 pixels cannot be
changed.
- If a resolution of 1280 X 1024 pixels cannot be
achieved even after expansion is attempted, the
screen's perimeter will display black. (This is not
a malfunction.)
LEVEL (Level of scaling)
When EXPAND is ON, the sharpness of the image
can be adjusted. (
Note:
- When EXPAND is OFF, no adjustments can be
made.
buttons)
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Monitor care and repair
Monitor care
Always remove the plug from the AC outlet when
cleaning the monitor.
Cabinet and control panel section
Use a soft dry cloth to lightly wipe away any grime
from the cabinet and control panel.
If they are very dirty, apply neutral detergent to a
dampened soft cloth, wring it out well and wipe away
grime.
LCD panel section
Use a soft dry cloth to lightly wipe away dirt and dust
from the surface of the LCD panel. (A soft cloth such
as gauze or that used for lens cleaning is suitable.)
CAUTION!
- Never use thinner, benzine, alcohol, glass
cleaner, etc, as this could lead to color change or
change in shape.
- Never scratch the monitor with anything hard or
apply strong pressure as this could leave marks
or result in malfunction.
Storage
If the monitor will not be used for a long period of
time, be sure to remove the power plug from the AC
outlet.
CAUTION!
Do not leave the monitor in contact with rubber or
plastic items for long periods of time as this could
lead to color change or change in shape.
Troubleshooting
If you think the monitor may be faulty, please check
the following points before taking it to be repaired.
If afterwards it still does not work, please contact the
shop where you purchased the monitor or your
nearest Sharp authorized Service Center.
The monitor's florescent tubes have a limited life
span.
- If the screen darkens, persistently flickers or
does not light up, it may be necessary to
replace the florescent tube unit. Please
inquire at the shop where you purchased the
monitor or your nearest Sharp authorized
Service Center. (Never attempt this
replacement on your own.)
- In the initial period of use, due to the
characteristics of florescent tubes the screen
may flicker. (This is not a malfunction.)
Should this happen, check by first turning off
the power, then turning it on again.
No image appears on the monitor (Power LED is not
lit)
- Are the AC adapter and power cord connected
properly? (p. 12)
No image appears on the monitor (Power LED is lit)
- Try pressing the INPUT button to switch between
incoming power terminals. (p. 14)
- Is the computer connected properly? (p. 13)
- Is the computer turned on?
- Does the computer's signal timing correspond to
monitor specifications? (p. 24)
- Is the computer in power-saving mode?
Control buttons do not work
- Is the adjustment lock on? (p. 17)
Only VGA image is displayed
- Does the Windows display timing setting meet
monitor specifications? Refer to the monitor
signal timings (p. 24) and set to appropriate
timing.
The image appears distorted
- Does the computer's signal timing correspond to
monitor specifications? (p. 24)
- Perform automatic adjustment. (p. 18)
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Product specifications
Specifications
LCD display
18.1 inches (46 cm measured diagonally)
Super-V and Anti Glare Low Reflection TFT LCD
module
Resolution (max.)
SXGA 1280 x 1024 pixels
Displayable colors (max.)
16.77 million colors (8 bit)
Dot pitch
0.2805(H) 0.2805(V) mm
Brightness (max.)
200cd/m
Contrast ratio
350:1
Angle of visibility
Left-right 150°; Up-down 150°
Screen display size
Horizontal 359 mm x Vertical 287.2 mm
Video signal
Analog RGB (0.7Vp-p) [75Ω]
Sync signal
Separate Sync (TTL level: +/-), Sync on
Green, Composite Sync (TTL level: +/-)
Frequencies
Refer to relevant signal timing (next page)
Automatic screen adjustment options
Clock, Phase, H-position, V-position
Expansion compensation
Digital screening (enlargement of display to
correct VGA/SVGA/XGA)
Plug & Play
VESA:DDC1/DDC2B compatible
Power management
VESA:based on DPMS
User adjustment options
Brightness, Contrast, Clock, Phase, screen
position (horizontal, vertical), screen colors
Computer signal input terminal
2 x 15 pin mini D-sub (3 rows)
USB hub function
1 upstream port, 2 downstream ports (buspowered hub based on USB standard Rev 1.1)
Screen tilt
Upward 0° -30°; downward 0° - 5°
Screen swivel
90° from left through right
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Power supply
AC100-240V (Use special AC adapter)
Temperature of operating environment
5 - 35°C
Power consumption
54W (4.5W when in power-saving mode)
Dimensions (W x D x H, excluding rubber base)
443 mm x 218 mm x 464 mm
Weight
Approx. 10.4 kg (excluding AC adapter)
Dimensions (Units: mm)
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Signal timings
VESA
Display mode
US text
Power Macintosh
series
Sun Ultra series
Specifications
HsyncVsync
Dot frequency
Notes:
- All are compliant only with non-interlace.
- Frequencies for Power Macintosh and the Sun Ultra series are reference values.
- If the monitor is receiving timing signals that are not compatible, [OUT OF TIMING] will appear. Follow
your computer’s instruction manual to set the timing to be compatible with the monitor.
- If the monitor is not receiving any signal (synch signal), [NO SIGNAL] will appear.
The connector pin
Input connector diagram (Mini D-sub
connector with 15 pins)
NumberFunction
1Red video signal input
2Green video signal input
3Blue video signal input
4GND
5GND
6For red video signal GND
7For green video signal GND
8For blue video signal GND
9N.C.
10GND
11GND
12DDC data
13For Hsync signal input
14For Vsync signal input
15DDC clock
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Specifications
Standards and compatibility
Power management
The monitor is based on VESA DPMS (Display
Power Management Signaling).
To activate the monitor's Power Management function, both the video card and the computer must
conform to the VESA DPMS standard.
DPMS mode ScreenPowerH-sync V-sync
ONDisplay on54WYesYes
STANDBYNoYes
SUSPEND Display off
OFFNoNo
consumption
Less than
4.5W
Ye sN o
DDC (Plug & Play)
This monitor supports the VESA DDC (Display Data
Channel) standard.
DDC is a signal standard for carrying out Plug &
Play functions on the monitor or PC. It transfers
information such as degree of resolution between
the monitor and PC. You can use this function if your
PC is DDC compliant and if it is set so that it can
detect the Plug & Play monitor.
There are many varieties of DDC due to the differences between systems. This monitor works with
DDC1 and DDC2B.
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Instructions for attaching a VESA compliant arm
An arm or stand based on the VESA standard
(purchased separately) can be attached to the
monitor.
Procurement of the arm or stand is at the customer's discretion.
Arms or stands able to be used
Attachments must satisfy the following.
- Compatible with the VESA standard
- Have a gap of at least 100 mm x 100 mm
between the screw holes on the section to be
attached
- Not be likely to fall off or break off after being
attached to the monitor.
How to attach the arm or stand
Note:
- While following these instructions, please also
refer to the installation instructions in the
operation manual included with the arm or stand
1. Spread out a soft cloth on a suitable horizontal
surface.
2. Being careful not to damage the monitor, gently
lay the monitor on it display-side down.
3. Remove the stand cover and the covers to the
left and to the right.
5. Remove the four screws and then remove the
stand from the monitor.
Four screws
Stand
6. Attach the arm to the monitor with the four screws.
The screws used to attach the arm should be M4
screws with a length of 8 mm ~ 10 mm protruding from
the surface to be attached.
Using any other kind of screw may lead to the monitor
falling off or damage to the internal part of the monitor
ACHTUNG – Änderungen oder Modifikationen an diesem Gerät, die nicht ausdrücklich vom Hersteller
genehmigt wurden, können laut FCC-Richtlinie zum Erlöschen der Betriebsberechtigung führen.
Hinweis: Dieses Gerät wurde geprüft und entspricht den Grenzwerten für digitale Geräte der Klasse B
gemäß Teil 15 der FCC-Richtlinien.
Diese Grenzwerte dienen dem ausreichenden Schutz gegen Störungen bei einer Installation in
Wohnbereichen. Dieses Gerät erzeugt Funkfrequenzenergie, arbeitet damit und kann diese abstrahlen.
Falls bei der Installation die Anweisungen in der Anleitung keine Beachtung finden, können
schwerwiegende Störungen beim Funkverkehr hervorgerufen werden. Es kann jedoch keine Garantie
gegeben werden, daß in bestimmten Installationen nicht doch Störungen auftreten. Sollte das Gerät
Störungen beim Radio- oder Fernsehempfang hervorrufen, die durch Ein- und Ausschalten des Gerätes
festgestellt werden können, sollte der Anwender versuchen, die Störung durch eine der folgenden
Maßnahmen zu beheben.
- Die Empfangsantenne neu ausrichten oder deren Standort ändern.
- Den Abstand zwischen dem Gerät und dem Empfänger vergrößern.
- Das Gerät an eine andere Steckdose anschließen, die nicht zum Stromkreis des Empfängers gehört.
- Den Händler oder einen erfahrenen Rundfunk-/Fernsehtechniker zu Rate ziehen.
Nur die mitgelieferten Kabel und das Netzkabel verwenden, um eine Einhaltung der FCC-Richtlinien für
Computer-Geräte der Klasse B sicherzustellen.
Konformitätserklärung
SHARP LCD-Farbmonitor LL-T1810A
Dieses Gerät entspricht Teil 15 der FCC-Richtlinien. Um dieses Gerät in Betrieb nehmen zu dürfen,
müssen folgende Bedingungen eingehalten werden: (1) Dieses Gerät darf keine Störungen hervorrufen,
und (2) dieses Gerät darf nicht anfällig für Störungen sein, darunter Störungen, die zu einer
Verkleinerung des Anzeigeformats führen können.
Sharp Plaza, Mahwah, New Jersey 07430
TEL :1-800-BE-SHARP
* Als ENERGY STAR-Partner bestätigt SHARP, daß dieses Produkt die Richtlinien des ENERGY STAR
für sparsamen Verbrauch einhält.
In diesem Produkt wird bleihaltiger Lötzinn und eine Leuchtstofflampe mit einem geringen
Quecksilberanteil verwendet. Die Entsorgung dieser Materialien unterliegt möglicherweise bestimmten
Umweltrichtlinien. Informationen zur Entsorgung bzw. zum Recycling können von den örtlichen Behörden
oder von der Electronics Industries Alliance unter www.eiae.org angefordert werden
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Herzlichen Glückwunsch!
Sie haben gerade ein Gerät mit TCO‘99-Zulassung und entsprechender Kennzeichnung erworben! Damit
haben Sie sich für ein Produkt entschieden, das für professionelle Anwendungen konzipiert ist. Mit Ihrem
Kauf leisten Sie auch einen Beitrag zum Umweltschutz und zur Weiterentwicklung von umweltfreundlichen
Elektronikprodukten.
Warum verkaufen wir Computer mit Umweltkennzeichnung?
In vielen Ländern dient die Kennzeichnung mit Umweltzeichen als Anreiz für die Fertigung und Bereitstellung
umweltverträglicher Konsumgüter und Dienste. Das Hauptproblem im Zusammenhang mit Computern und
anderen elektronischen Geräten besteht darin, daß umweltschädliche Stoffe in den Produkten enthalten sind
und auch während der Fertigung eingesetzt werden. Da es bis jetzt noch nicht möglich ist, den Großteil der
elektronischen Geräte hinlänglich zu recyceln, gelangen fast alle dieser möglicherweise schädigenden
Substanzen früher oder später in den Naturkreislauf.
Weitere Eigenschaften eines Computers, beispielsweise sein Energieverbrauch, sind aus Sicht der Arbeitsumgebung (intern) und natürlichen Umgebung (extern) ebenfalls von Bedeutung. Da alle Verfahren zur
Stromerzeugung negative Auswirkungen auf die Umwelt haben (beispielsweise saurer Regen, klimabeeinflussende Emissionen, radioaktiver Abfall), kommt es darauf an, möglichst Energie zu sparen. Elektronische Geräte in Büros sind oft durchgehend eingeschaltet und verbrauchen deshalb viel Strom.
GBFIE
Welche Bedeutung hat die Kennzeichnung?
Dieses Produkt entspricht den Anforderungen der TCO‘99-Verordnung, die sich mit internationalen Kennzeichnungen und Umweltzeichen für PCs befaßt. Die Kennzeichnungen wurden gemeinsam von der TCO
(Schwedische Zentralorganisation für Angestellte und Beamte), Svenska Naturskyddsforeningen (Schwedische Gesellschaft für Naturschutz) und Statens Energimyndighet (Schwedische Nationale Energiebehörde)
entwickelt.
Zulassungsanforderungen beschäftigen sich mit den unterschiedlichsten Belangen: Umwelt, Ergonomie,
Nutzbarkeit, Emission elektrischer und magnetischer Felder, Energieverbrauch und elektrische Sicherheit
sowie Brandschutz.
Die Umweltanforderungen beschränken u.a. das Vorkommen und die Verwendung von Schwermetallen,
brom- und chlorhaltigen Flammschutzmitteln, FCKW (Freon) und Chlorlösungsmitteln. Das Produkt muß
recyclingfähig sein, und der Hersteller muß einen Umweltplan ausgearbeitet haben, der in allen Ländern, in
denen das Unternehmen seine Betriebsstrategie realisiert, eingehalten werden muß.
Die Energieanforderungen beinhalten die Forderung, daß der Computer und/oder sein Anzeigegerät nach
einer bestimmten Zeit der Inaktivität die Leistungsaufnahme in einer oder mehreren Stufen verringern muß.
Die Reaktivierungszeit des Computers muß für den Benutzer in einem vernünftigen Rahmen liegen.
Gekennzeichnete Produkte müssen strenge Umweltanforderungen einhalten, beispielsweise hinsichtlich der
Verringerung elektrischer und magnetischer Felder, physikalischer und visueller Ergonomie und guter
Nutzbarkeit.
Nachfolgend finden Sie eine kurze Zusammenfassung der Umweltanforderungen, die von diesem Produkt
eingehalten werden. Ein Dokument mit allen Umweltkriterien können Sie unter folgender Adresse anfordern:
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TCO Development
SE-114 94 Stockholm, Sweden
Fax: +46 8 782 92 07
Email (Internet): development@tco.se
Aktuelle Informationen zu Produkten mit TCO‘99-Zulassung und -Kennzeichnung erhalten Sie auch im
Internet unter folgender Adresse: http://www.tco-info.com/
Umweltanforderungen
Flammschutzmittel
Flammschutzmittel kommen in Platinen, Kabeln, Drähten, Verkleidungen und Gehäusen vor. Sie sollen die
Ausbreitung eines Brandes verhindern oder zumindest verzögern. Bis zu 30 % der Kunststoffteile in einem
Computergehäuse können aus Flammschutzsubstanzen bestehen. Die meisten Flammschutzmittel enthalten Brom oder Chlorid und lassen sich in chemischer Hinsicht mit einer anderen Gruppe umweltschädigender Stoffe, den PCBs, in Verbindung bringen. Brom- und chlorhaltige Flammschutzmittel und die
PCBs stehen im Verdacht, schwere gesundheitliche Störungen hervorzurufen, darunter aufgrund des
bioakkumulativen* Prozesses reproduktive Schädigungen von fischfressenden Vögeln und Säugetieren.
Flammschutzmittel wurden bereits im menschlichen Blut nachgewiesen. Forscher fürchten, daß es zu einer
Schädigung der Fötusentwicklung kommen kann.
Die relevanten Anforderungen der TCO’99 verlangen, daß Kunststoffbauteile mit einem Gewicht von über
25 g keine Flammschutzmittel mit organisch gebundenem Brom oder Chlor enthalten dürfen.
Flammschutzmittel bei Platinen sind zulässig, da keine alternativen Lösungen zur Verfügung stehen.
Cadmium**
Cadmium kommt in Akkus und in den farberzeugenden Schichten bestimmter Computerbildschirme vor.
Cadmium schädigt das Nervensystem und ist in hoher Dosierung giftig. Die relevante TCO’99-Anforderung
verlangt, daß Batterien, die farberzeugenden Schichten von Anzeigebildschirmen und elektrische oder
elektronische Komponenten kein Cadmium enthalten dürfen.
Quecksilber**
Quecksilber kommt manchmal in Batterien, Relais und Schaltern vor. Es schädigt das Nervensystem und ist
in hoher Dosierung giftig. Die relevante TCO‘99-Anforderung verlangt, daß Batterien kein Quecksilber
enthalten dürfen. Außerdem verlangt sie, daß Quecksilber weder in elektrischen noch elektronischen Komponenten vorkommen darf, die zu gekennzeichneten Einheiten gehören. Dabei gibt es jedoch eine Ausnahme. Im Augenblick ist der Einsatz von Quecksilber in der Hintergrundbeleuchtung von Flachbildschirmen
zulässig, da es derzeit noch keine wirtschaftliche Alternative gibt. Die TCO bemüht sich um eine Abschaffung dieser Ausnahme, sobald eine quecksilberfreie Alternative zur Verfügung steht.
FCKW (Freon)
Die relevante TCO‘99-Anforderung verlangt, daß weder FCKW noch HFCKW während der Fertigung und
beim Zusammenbau des Produkts verwendet werden darf. FCKW (Freon) wird manchmal zum Waschen von
Platinen eingesetzt. FCKW zerstört Ozon und schädigt dadurch die Ozonschicht in der Stratosphäre. Die
Folge sind höhere ultraviolette Strahlenbelastungen auf der Erde, was beispielsweise das Hautkrebsrisiko
(Malignes Melanom) erhöht.
Blei**
Blei findet man in Bildröhren, Anzeigebildschirmen, Lötverbindungen und Kondensatoren. Blei schädigt das
Nervensystem und führt in höherer Dosierung zu einer Bleivergiftung. Die relevante TCO‘99-Anforderung
gestattet die Verwendung von Blei, da noch keine Ersatzstoffe entwickelt wurden.
*
Bioakkumulativ definiert man als Substanzen, die sich in lebenden Organismen ansammeln.
**
Blei, Cadmium und Quecksilber sind bioakkumulative Schwermetalle.
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