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LCD Monitor
Models: VT550 Series
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Revision History
Version
Date Page Section Description
1.0 Jun. 31, ‘10 All VT550 SERIES Specification was first issued.
1.1 Sep. 30, ‘10
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34
37
Updated “Select Source” input signal order in Display Setting Menu
Updated default setting
Updated SDTV timing on component signal
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Contents
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS................................................................................................................................4
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS..........................................................................................................................................................4
INSTALLATION (WHEN INSTALLING THE MONITOR, PLEASE FOLLOW THE INSTRUCTIONS IN THE MANUAL) .....................................5
USE .....................................................................................................................................................................................6
CLEANING ............................................................................................................................................................................6
WARNING FOR USE..............................................................................................................................................................7
USE .....................................................................................................................................................................................7
EXEMPTIONS ........................................................................................................................................................................7
FEATURES .............................................................................................................................................................................8
PACKAGE CONTENTS .........................................................................................................................................................8
POWER INPUT.....................................................................................................................................................................12
POWER INTERFACE.............................................................................................................................................................12
SIGNAL SOURCE INPUT .......................................................................................................................................................13
OPERATING THE MONITOR...............................................................................................................................................13
THE SIDE CONTROLLER OF THE MONITOR .............................................................................................................................14
THE REMOTE CONTROL (RCU) INSTRUCTIONS ....................................................................................................................16
CHANGE THE RCU BATTERY ..............................................................................................................................................16
CHANGE THE RCU BATTERY ..............................................................................................................................................17
DISPLAY MODE...................................................................................................................................................................18
OSD (ON SCREEN DISPLAY) MENU FUNCTION.....................................................................................................................21
ON-SCREEN DISPLAY (OSD)...............................................................................................................................................25
DEFAULT SETTING .............................................................................................................................................................34
TOUCH OPERATION ...........................................................................................................................................................35
SUPPORTED TIMING ..........................................................................................................................................................37
SPECIFICATION...................................................................................................................................................................38
TROUBLESHOOTING .........................................................................................................................................................39
COMPLIANCE ......................................................................................................................................................................39
APPENDIX I: MOVING AND CARRYING NOTICE .............................................................................................................40
APPENDIX II: STANDS AND WALL MOUNT INSTALLATION .........................................................................................41
APPENDIX III: WALL MOUNT SAFETY NOTES ................................................................................................................43
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※※※※ Please read this user’s manual thoroughly and completely before operating this monitor.
Important Safety Instructions
Before using the monitor, please read this user’s manual thoroughly to help protect against damage to
your own and other people’s property and ensure your own and other people personal safety.
Be sure to observe the following instructions.
For your safety, be sure to observe the warnings located in this manual.
For installation or adjustment, please follow this manuals instruction and refer all servicing to qualified service
personnel.
Safety Precautions
If smoke or peculiar smell comes from the monitor, remove the power plug from the outlet
immediately.
Failure to do so may result in fire or electrical shock. Contact your dealer for inspection.
If the monitor has been turned on but there isn’t a picture, remove the power plug from the
outlet immedi
ately.
Failure to do so may result in fire or electrical shock. Contact your dealer for inspection.
If water is spilled or objects are dropped inside the monitor, remove the power plug from the
outlet immediately.
Failure to do so may result in fire or electrical shock. Contact your dealer for inspection.
If the monitor is dropped or the cabinet is damaged, remove the power plug from the outlet
immediately.
Failure to do so may result in fire or electrical shock. Contact your dealer for inspection.
To turn off the power of the monitor, press ”O” on the main power switch at side of monitor.
The power standby/on indicator will go off and the monitor cannot to be turned on/off by using the POWER button on
the remote control. (To turn on/off the monitor by the remote control, press the main power switch again and light the
power standby/on indicator.)
When turning off the monitor by pressing the POWER button on the remote control, the main power of the
monitor is not turned off completely.
To disconnect the monitor completely from power supply, remove the power plug from the outlet.
Press “O” to turn off the monitor completely
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If the power cord or plug is damaged or becomes hot, turn off the main power switch of the
monitor, make sure the power plug has cooled down and remove the power plug from the
outlet.
If the monitor is still used in this condition, it may cause a fire or an electrical shock.
Contact your dealer for replacement.
Installation (when installing the monitor, please follow the instructions in the manual)
Don't install in a high-temperature environment.
If the monitor is used in high-temperature or in direct sunlight, it may cause the case or other parts become distorted
or damaged resulting in overheating or electric shock.
Don't install in a high-humidity environment.
This may cause overheating or electric shock.
Don't install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus
that produce
heat.
This may cause a fire or electric shock.
Don't overload outlets or cables beyond electrical capacity.
Don't use extension cords as it may cause a fire or electric shock.
Don't insert the power plug into an outlet other than 100~240V AC.
This may cause a fire or electric shock.
Don’t use a damaged power plug or worn outlet.
Don’t insert the improper power plug it may cause a fire and electric shock.
Don't place the monitor on an unstable shelf or surface.
The monitor may fall causing injury. Please install on a horizontal, stable, level surface.
Don't place objects on the monitor.
If the monitor is covered or the vents are blocked, the monitor could overheat and cause a fire.
If metal or
liquid gets into the monitor, it may cause a fire or an electrical shock.
Do not put heavy objects on the monitor as it may fall causing injury.
Please keep a10cm minimum distance between the monitor and the wall for sufficient ventilation.
Don't move the monitor when it is connected to the power cord and AV cables.
When moving the monitor, make sure to remove the power plug and cables from the outlet or source.
When unpacking or carrying the monitor, at least 2 people are needed. Make sure the monitor is carried upright.
Transport the monitor upright. Avoid placing the monitor face up or down.
Handle the monitor gently. Do not drop.
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Use
If you encounter a problem during installation, please contact your dealer for assistance. Don’t
repair or open the monitor by yourself.
Failure to do so may result in fire or electrical shock. Contact your dealer for inspection.
Protect and correctly use the power cord/plug.
Don't press heavily on the power cord/plug.
Don't step on the power cord/plug.
Before inserting the power plug into the wall outlet, connect the power cord to the monitor.
Don't operate the monitor with a damaged power cord or it may damage the monitor.
Using the extension cords (not recommended)
If an extension cord must be used, ensure the voltage rating exceeds the max power consumption of the monitor, if
the voltage r
ating is less than the monitor, it will cause the extension cord to overheat.
If there is thunder or lightning, don’t touch the monitor or the power plug.
This may cause an electric shock.
Don’t use any kind of liquid on the monitor.
If liquid is spilled on the monitor, remove the power and ask an qualified service personnel to check the monitor.
If the liquid get’s on the monitor’s screen, please clean it with a dry and soft cloth immediately.
Don’t use any harsh chemical on the monitor.
If metal or liquid gets into the monitor, it may cause a fire or an electrical shock.
Don’t install or remove the power plug with wet hands.
This may cause an electric shock.
If the monitor will not be used for a long period of time, unplug the monitor.
This may cause premature wear of electrical components or fire.
Don’t press on the LCD panel.
This may cause personnel injury or panel damage.
Don't push or shake the monitor.
This may cause damage or injury.
If the glass o
f the monitor panel is broken, liquid may escape. Please don't touch the liquid.
If liquid get into your eyes or touches your skin, wash with the clean water and seek medical attention
immediately.
Precautions with the remote control batteries.
Please only use approved AAA type batteries.
Please be sure to insert batteries by matching the + and -.
Don’t recharge, heat, disassemble, short or throw batteries into a fire.
Don’t mix a new battery with a used one.
Don’t mix different types of batteries together (only use the specified type). Or, it may cause burn and injury.
Cleaning
If dust has collected on the power plug, removed the plug from the outlet and clean off the
dust.
Dust build-up may cause a fire.
Take off the power plug before cleaning.
Failure to do so may result in electrical shock or damage.
Cleaning the surface of the monitor.
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When the surface of the monitor becomes dirty, please wipe the surface lightly with a soft clean cloth.
If the surface requires additional cleaning, lightly moisten the cloth with rubbing alcohol.
Do not to let alcohol enter the monitor as it may cause electrical shock or damage.
Warning For Use
Use
Do not use this “VT550 Series
model” on the ground.
If ground usage is necessary, there are 4 screw holes on the stand,
please use the M8x15 screws to fix the monitor to the ground. The
monitor may overheat during operation. Please be careful.
Transport the monitor upright with proper packaging. Avoid placing
the monitor face up or down. Be careful not to bump to the monitor.
Do not send a static (non moving) image this monitor, or it may
cause image ‘burn-in’ or image retention.
“Burn in” and/or image retention is not covered under warranty.
Make sure to change the image on the monitor periodically. It is recommended to turn off the monitor for at least
6 hours after 18 hours of usage in a day to avoid image retention.
Warning:
This is a class A product. In a domestic environment, this product may cause radio interference in which case the
user may be required to make adequate measures.
Exemptions
This product isn’t warranted for any damage caused by natural disaster (such as earthquake, thunder, etc), fire,
acts by third parties, accidents, owner’s intentional misuse and fault, or uses in other improper conditions.
This product isn’t warranted for incidental damages (such as profit loss or interruption in business, modification
or erasure of record data, etc.) caused by use or inability to use of this product.
This product isn’t warranted for any damage caused by inappropriate operation, or from not following the user
manual.
This product isn’t warranted for any damage caused by misuse or malfunction through simultaneous use of this
product and the connected equipment or software.
This product isn’t warranted for any damage caused by neglect of the instructions described about installation.
This product isn’t warranted for any damage caused by improper installation.
This product isn’t warranted for any damage caused by disassembly, modification or repair by non-authorized
service center or people.
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Features
High-resolution Full-HD 120Hz panel
This monitor supports a 1920 x 1080 HDTV format and can display true 1.073G colors.
Full array of PID connectivity
Video system Input: RGB Input:
Communication
HDMI x2
COMPONENT (RCA) x1 (option)
VIDEO (RCA) x1 (option)
S-VIDEO (Mini Din 4 pin) x1 (option)
PC (VGA D-Sub 15pin) x1
PC (DVI D-sub 24 pin) x1 (option)
RS-232C in D-sub 9pin
RS-485 in/out
option: only available on Advanced version
Other functions
High color saturation.
2 HDMI v1.3 inputs with HDCP.
SPDIF output.
Signal source auto detection.
OSD keypad lock function.
PIP/ PBP function. Please see the chapter “Display mode ”
Overscan function.
Supports input main / sub source detection.
Package Contents
Unpacking
The VT550 is packe
d in a carton box and may be banded to 2 types of custom pallet depends on the number
of units shipped. The VT550 is packed using cushions to protect the monitor during shipping.
Before unpacking your monitor, prepare a stable, level, and clean surface near a wall outlet.
Set the LCD Monitor box in an upright position and open from the top of the box before removing the top
cushions.
Step 1: Remove the white handle and cut the banding
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Step 2: Remove the top cushion and take the accessories Bag out.
Packing list
Item
Q’ty
1
VT550
1 set
2 Carton 1 pcs
3 Bottom cushion
1 pcs
4 Top cushion
1 pcs
5 Packing bag
1 pcs
Accessories Bag
Remote control
1 pcs
Batteries
2 pcs
Power cord
1 pcs
6
D-SUB 15pin cable
1 pcs
7 Carton lock
6 pcs
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Contents of the Accessory Bag
VGA Cable (D-sub)
Power Cord –black
OSD Remote Control
2 piece batteries (AAA) inside.
USB Cable
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Dimensions
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Installation
Environmental state
Operating temperature: 5˚C ~ 35˚C (Fahrenheit : 41˚F ~ 95˚F)
Humidity : 85% RH (Max)
Power Input
Power Cord
The included power cord is used to connect the side controls of the LCD monitor and the wall outlet.
Connect the power cord into main power of the monitor, “-” is power on, “O” is power off.
Input: 100-240V~ 5A 50/60Hz
Power Interface
Main power - switch & AC socket. Please see the chapter “Power input ”
The side controller of the monitor
The remote control (RCU)
The side of control
Single Input Interface
Main power –
Switch
AC In socket
AC Out socket
“I“ is power on
“O” is power off
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Signal Source Input
Input Interface
Operating The Monitor
Name Connecter Remarks
RS232C input x 1 D-Sub 9 pin Standard
RS485 input x1 RJ-45 Standard
1
RS485 output x1 RJ-45 Standard
HD-SDI 1 input x1 BNC
HD-SDI 2 input x1 BNC
2
HD-SDI output x1 BNC
Optional for Advanced ver.
HDMI 1 input x1 Standard
3
HDMI 2 input x1 Standard
4 DVI-D input x1 D-Sub 24 pin
Advanced ver.
5 VGA (PC) input x 1 D-Sub 15 pin Standard
6 PC audio in x1 Mini jack
Advanced ver.
7 IR Extender x1 Mini jack
Advanced ver.
8 SPDIP output x 1 Standard
Y-Pb-Pr (Y-Cb-Cr) input x 1 RCA G/B/R
Advanced ver.
9
Audio for Component input x 1 RCA L/R
Advanced ver.
10 S-video input x 1 Mini Din 4 pin
Advanced ver.
Video input x 1 RCA
Advanced ver.
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Audio for S-Video/Video input x 1 RCA L/R
Advanc
ed ver.
12 Power cord output AC output Standard
13 Power cord input AC input Standard
14 AC switch ON/OFF Standard
15 RS232 for Touch D-Sub 9 pin Optional for 55AVT
16 USB for Touch Type B Female 55AVT only
17 4-Point calibration for Touch 55AVT only
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The side controller of the monitor
OSD Key Pad fu
nction List
Key Descriptions
Power Power on/Power off
Source Source selection (toggle)
Menu Right/Volume +
Menu Left/Volume -
Menu Up
Menu Down
Menu/Exit
Menu/Exit selection
Main Power switch
AC In.
Input connecter
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LED ON:
Power Status Condition
Green Power on
Power off
Power saving mode
Orange
Select LED on via menu (Front LED: On)
AC off
Off
Power on
Select LED on via menu (Front LED: Off)
LED OFF:
The LED turns completely off when in the “off” mode regardless of the monitor being on or off.
-Power ON-Stand by Indicator
-Remote Control Receiver
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The Remote Control (RCU) Instructions
Hot Key : OSD Menu Lock/Unlock Control
Lock: Press E
nter, Enter, Exit, Exit, Enter and Exit on the controller by sequence and OSD will be locked.
Unlock: Press Enter, Enter, Exit, Exit, Enter and Exit on the controller by sequence again and OSD will be unlocked.
No Function Description
Turns the monitor on and off
INFO
Provides source and resolution information
VGA
Selects the PC RGB source
DVI
Selects the PC DVI source (Advanced ver.)
HDMI 1
Selects the HDMI source 1
COMP 1
Selects the Component source (Advanced ver.)
AV 1 (VIDEO 1)
Selects the Composite Video source (Advanced
ver.)
HDMI 2
Selects the HDMI source 2
COMP 2
Not available at this model
AV 2 (VIDEO 2)
Not available at this model
HD-SDI 1
Selects the HD-SDI source 1 (Advanced ver.)
PIP
Turns the PIP feature on and off
S-V
Selects the S-Video source (Advanced ver.)
HD-SDI 2
Selects the HD-SDI source 2 (Advanced ver.)
SWAP
Swaps the main source & sub source picture
P-SOURCE
Selects the secondary sub-source
MENU
Opens the monitor’s on-
screen menu system. When
the menu system is already open, pressing this
button will select the previous submenu
,, ,
Navigates through submenus and settings
EXIT
Closes the menu system
ENTER
Selects highlighted menu choices
SCALING
Toggles between different aspect ratios (Auto,
Native, 4x3, 16x9, 16x10 and Letterbox)
FREEZE
Freezes the current source image
MUTE
Turns off the sound (Advanced ver.)
BRIGHT
Adjusts the brightness
CONTRAST
Adjusts the contrast
AUTO
Synchronizes the monitor to the source
SOURCE
Allows selection of the different sources
VOLUME-
Decreases the sound volume (Advanced ver.)
VOLUME+
Increases the sound volume (Advanced ver.)
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Change The RCU Battery
1.
Remove the battery cover
Slide back and remove the battery cover in the
direction of the arrow.
2.
Insert the bat
teries
Align and insert two AAA batteries according to
their plus and minus ports (as indicated in the
remote control).
3.
Close the battery cover
Replace the battery cover in the direction of
the arrow and snap it back into place.
i. Used batteries needed to follow the city rule to be discarded.
ii. Avoid keeping used, old batteries inside the remote control, causing leakage of internal liquid resulting
metal rust or fatal damage to the remote control hand unit.
iii. Battery to be used according to the instruction
About the remote control
Don’t drop, shake or bump.
Don’t place on wet materials.
Don't dismantle.
Don’t place in locations with exposure to high-temperature or high-humidity levels.
CAUTION
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Display Mode
Turning the monitor on
1. Correctly insert the power cord into monitor and into the power outlet.
2. Ensure the AC switch is set to “—“.
3. Press the power button on the remote or side control panel.
Turning the monitor off
With the power on, press the power button on the remote or side control panel to put the monitor in a standby mode. To
turn off power completely, turn the AC switch to “O” or disconnect the AC power cord from the power outlet.
Note:
If there is no signal input for a period of time, the monitor will automatically go to standby mode.
Adjusting the Volume
1. Using the remote, press the VOLUME- or VOLU
ME+ to increase or decrease the volume.
2. Press the MUTE button to temporarily turn off all sound. To restore the sound, press the MUTE button again.
Selecting the input source
1. Using the remote, press t
he desired source button (VGA, HDMI1,
HDMI2, COMP, VIDEO or S-V)
2. Or press SOURCE
on the monitor keypad, use the arrow buttons
( ) to navigate to the desired input source, and press ENTER:
HDMI 1
HDMI 2
VGA
Component (Advanced ver.)
S-Video (Advanced ver.)
Composite Video (Advanced ver.)
DVI (Advanced ver.)
HD-SDI (Advanced ver. option)
3. When the monitor cannot find a source, a
“No signal” message will
appear.
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PIP mode
1. Select the main source – Using the remote, press the desired source button (VGA, HDMI1, HDMI2, COMP, VIDEO
or S-V).
2. Turn on PIP: Using the remote, press PIP.
3. To select the PIP/ sub-source: Using the re
mote, press P-SOURCE and use the arrow buttons ( ) to navigate to
the desired sub-source. Press ENTER.
4. To change the size and position of the sub-source: Using the remote, press P-POSITION to toggle through the
options.
5. To switch the main source and the subsource: Using the remote, press SWAP.
Main
Top
-
Left
Top-Right
Bottom
-
Right
Bottom-Left
Small PIP
Large PIP
PIP
Main
Middle PIP
Small PIP
SWAP
Mai
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6. To switch audio between the main source and the subsource: Using the remote, press AUDIO.
7. Note: For additional PIP functionality, press MENU and navigate to the Display Settings menu. Use the arrow
buttons ( ) to navigate to the desired PIP feature and press ENTER. Press to toggle through the associated
options and press ENTER to select the highlighted option.
8. Side by Side (Picture-by-Picture): Press P-POSIT
ION button choose “Side by side” mode, then the main source
and the subsource will be on the screen display.
PIP Screen Table
HDMI 1 HDMI 2
VGA DVI Component S-Video Video
HDMI 1
－ －
Yes
－
Yes Yes Yes
HDMI 2
－ －
Yes
－
Yes Yes Yes
VGA Yes Yes
－
Yes Yes Yes Yes
DVI
－ －
Yes
－
Yes Yes Yes
Component Yes Yes Yes Yes
－
Yes Yes
S-Video Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes
－
Yes
Video Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes
－
PIP
Main
Main Source
Sub
Source
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OSD (On Screen Display) Menu Function
Graphics Mode
Main Menu Sub-Menu
Sub-Sub menu
Description Setting
Scheme Disabled in Graphics mode
Brightness Adjust the brightness of the screen 0~100
Contrast Adjust the contrast of the screen 0~100
Sharpness Adjust the sharpness of the screen 0~24
Saturation Disabled in Graphics mode
Hue Disabled in Graphics mode
Backlight Adjust the backlight 0~100
Gamma Select the Gamma 2.2, Off
Color Temp Select the Color Temp
5000K ,6500K,7500K,
9300K,User
Red Gain Select the Red Gain 128 ~ 384
Green Gain Select the Green Gain 128 ~ 384
Blue Gain Select the Blue Gain 128 ~ 384
Red Offset Select the Red Offset -50 ~ 50
Green Offset Select the Green Offset -50 ~ 50
Image
Settings
Gamma
& Color
Temp
Blue Offset Select the Blue Offset -50 ~ 50
Aspect Ratio
Adjust the aspect ratio of the
screen
Full Screen, Native, Letter
Box, Pillar Box
Zoom Adjust the zoom function ►◄
Auto Scan Select the Auto scan function Off, On
Main
Select source Select the main input source
VGA,HDMI1/2,DVI,Video,S-V,
Component,SDI 1/2
PIP mode Select PIP mode
Off, Large PIP, Medium PIP,
Small PIP, Side by Side
PIP Position Select PIP location
Bottom-Right, Top-Left
Top-Right, Bottom-Left
Aspect Ratio
Adjust the aspect ratio of the
screen
Full Screen, Native, Letter
Box, Pillar Box
► PIP
◄ Main
▲ Zoom IN
Side by Side Scale
▼ Zoom Out
Auto Scan Select the Auto scan function Off, On
Display
Settings
PIP
Select source
Select the main input source
When PIP mode is enable
VGA,HDMI1/2,DVI,Video,S-V,
Component,SDI 1/2
Volume Adjust volume 0 ~ 100
Bass Adjust Bass volume 0 ~ 20
Treble Adjust Treble volume 0 ~ 20
Balance Adjust the balance of the screen 0 ~ 20
Audio
Settings
HDMI Audio Input SPDIF & audio input Control HDMI/PC
OSD Transparent
Adjust the OSD transparent
function
0 ~ 100
OSD Location Adjust the OSD location ►◄▲▼
OSD Zoom
Adjust the OSD size
(Disable in portrait type)
Off, On
OSD Rotation Adjust the OSD rotation 0°/90°/180°/270°
OSD Language Select the OSD language English/ Chinese
OSD Timeout Select the OSD timeout seconds 5~120 sec.
Sleep Timer Select the sleep timer Off, 15,30,60,90,120 Min.
Basic
Settings
Real Time Clock Setup Date & Time
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Main Menu
Sub-Menu Sub-Sub menu Description Setting
Auto Adjustment Select Auto adjustment function Off, On
Image Position
► 0~ -100
◄ 0 ~ 100
▲ according to resolution
▼ according to resolution
Phase According to resolution
Clock According to resolution
Flesh Tone Disabled in Graphics mode
Front LED Select the front LED function Off, On
IRFM Select the anti burn in mode function Off, On
Band rate Setting the band rate of monitor 115200,38400,19200,9600
Monitor ID Setting the ID of monitor 1 ~ 255
Light Sensor Select light sensor function Off, On
Factory Reset Reset to the factory default setting Yes, No
ADC Mode Select ADC setting Default, User
User ADC
Calibration
Execute User ADC Calibration
Advanced
Settings
VGA ADC
Settings
Restore ADC to
Default
Restore User ADC
setting to factory
ADC default
Source Show the name of input source
Resolution Show the current resolution
System
Status
Channel
Information
Firmware
Version
Show the firmware of the monitor
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Video Mode
Main Menu Sub-Menu
Sub-Sub menu Description Setting
Scheme Select the scheme
User,Vivid,Cinema,Game
Sport
Brightness Adjust the brightness of the screen 0~100
Contrast Adjust the contrast of the screen 0~100
Sharpness Adjust the sharpness of the screen 0~24
Saturation Adjust the saturation of the screen 0~100
Hue Adjust the hue of the screen 0~100
Backlight Adjust the backlight 0~100
Gamma Select the Gamma 2.2, Off
Color Temp Select the Color Temp
5000K,6500K,7500K,
9300K,User
Red Gain Select the Red Gain 128 ~ 384
Green Gain Select the Green Gain 128 ~ 384
Blue Gain Select the Blue Gain 128 ~ 384
Red Offset Select the Red Offset -50 ~ 50
Green Offset Select the Green Offset -50 ~ 50
Image
Settings
Color Temp
& Gamma
Blue Offset Select the Blue Offset -50 ~ 50
Aspect Ratio Adjust the aspect ratio of the screen
Full screen, Pillar Box,
Letter Box, Native
Zoom Adjust the zoom function ►◄
Auto Scan Select the Auto scan function Off, On
Main
Select source Select the main input source
VGA,HDMI1/2,DVI,Video,S-V,
Component,SDI 1/2
PIP mode Select PIP mode
Off, Large PIP, Medium PIP,
Small PIP,
Side by Side
PIP Position Select PIP location
Bottom-Right, Top-Left
Top-Right, Bottom-Left
Aspect Ratio Adjust the aspect ratio of the screen
Full screen, Pillar Box
Letter Box
► PIP
◄ Main
▲ Zoom IN
Side by Side Scale
▼ Zoom Out
Auto Scan Select the Auto scan function Off, On
Display
Settings
PIP
Select source
Select the main input source
When PIP mode is enable
VGA,HDMI1/2,DVI,Video,S-V,
Component,SDI 1/2
Volume Adjust volume 0 ~ 100
Bass Adjust Bass volume 0 ~ 20
Treble Adjust Treble volume 0 ~ 20
Balance Adjust the balance of the screen 0 ~ 20
Audio
Settings
HDMI Audio Input SPDIF & audio input Control HDMI/PC
OSD Transparent Adjust the OSD transparent function 0 ~ 100
OSD Location Adjust the OSD location ►◄▲▼
OSD Zoom
Adjust the OSD size
(Disable in portrait type)
Off, On
OSD Rotation Adjust the OSD rotation 0°/90°/180°/270°
OSD Language Select the OSD language English/ Chinese
OSD Timeout Select the OSD timeout seconds 5~120 sec.
Sleep Timer Select the sleep timer Off, 15,30,60,90,120 Min.
Basic
Settings
Real Time Clock Setup Date & Time
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Main Menu
Sub-Menu Sub-Sub menu Description Setting
Auto Adjustment Disabled if not a VGA mode
Image Position Disabled if not a VGA mode
Phase Disabled if not a VGA mode
Clock Disabled if not a VGA mode
Flesh Tone Select the flesh tone setting Off, High, Medium, Low
Front LED Select the front LED function Off, On
IRFM Select the anti burn in mode function Off, On
Band rate Setting the band rate of monitor 115200,38400,19200,9600
Monitor ID Setting the ID of monitor 1 ~ 255
Light Sensor Select light sensor function Off, On
Advanced
Settings
Factory Reset Reset to the factory default setting Yes, No
Source Show the name of input source
Resolution Show the current resolution
System
Status
Channel
Information
Firmware
Version
Show the firmware of the monitor
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On-Screen Display (OSD)
Menu Overview
Image settings – Main setting
Display settings (PIP)
Audio Settings
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Basic Settings
Advanced Settings
System Status
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Navigating through the Menu System
1. With the power on, press MENU. The Image Settings menu will display.
2. Within the menu, use ,,, , and ENTER to navigate through the menus and adjust options.
3. Press MENU to return to the previous menu. To exit the menu system, press EXIT.
Image Settings Menu
This menu is used for making common image adjustments.
Scheme
Press or to select one of the following:
Options: User, Vivid, Cinema, Game, Sport
Default: User
Brightness
Increases or decreases the brightness of picture. Press or, select the desired le
vel,
and then press ENTER.
Range: 0~100; Default: 50
Contrast
Increases or decreases the contrast of picture. Press or ,
select the desired level,
and then press ENTER.
Range: 0~100; Default: 50
Sharpness
Adjusts the definition of picture. Press or ,
select the desired level, and then press
ENTER.
Range: 0~24; Default: 10
Saturation
Adjusts the brilliance and brightness (only Video Mode). Press or
, select the
desired level, and then press ENTER.
Range: 0~100; Default: 50
Hue
Increases or decreases the green hue (Only Video Mode). Press or, select the
desired level, and then press ENTER.
Range: 0~100; Default: 50
Back Light
Range: 0~100; Default: 80
Color Temp and
Gamma
Adjusts red, green, blue gain and red, green blue offset.
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Image Settings Menu (continued)
Gamma
Options: Off, 2.2
Default: 2.2
Color Temp
Options: User, 5000K, 6500K, 7500K and 9300K.
Default: 9300K
Red Gain
Set Color Temperature to “User Mode” in order to adjust this setting.
Range: 128~384
Default: 256
Green Gain
Set Color Temperature to “User Mode” in order to adjust this setting.
Range: 128~384
Default: 256
Blue Gain
Set Color Temperature to “User Mode” in order to adjust this setting.
Range: 128~384
Default: 256
Red Offset
Set Color Temperature to “User Mode” in order to adjust this setting.
Range: -50~50
Default: 0
Green Offset
Set Color Temperature to “User Mode” in order to adjust this setting.
Range: -50~50
Default: 0
Blue Offset
Set Color Temperature to “User Mode” in order to adjust this setting.
Range: -50~50
Default: 0
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Display Settings Menu
This menu is used for common source adjustments.
Main
The Display Setting Mode.
Aspect Ratio
Changes the picture aspect ratio
Press , to select the following options:
Options: Full screen, Pillar Box, Letter Box ,Native
Default: Full screen
Zoom
Range: 0~10
Default: 0
Auto Scan
Range: On, Off
Default: On
Select Source
Options: VGA, HDMI1, HDMI2, DVI, Video, S-Video, Component,
SDI1, and
SDI2
Default: VGA
PIP
PIP Mode
Options: Off, Large PIP, Middle PIP, Small PIP and Side-by-Side
Default: Off
PIP Position
Options: Bottom-Right, Top-Left, Top-Right and Bottom-Left
Default: Bottom-Right
Aspect Ratio
Options: Full screen, Pillar Box, Letter Box
Default: Full screen
Side by Side Scale
Submenu Options: Zoom In, Zoom Out, Main, PIP, Default and Return
Auto Scan
Options: On, Off
Default: On
Select Source
Options: VGA, HDMI1, HDMI2, DVI, Video, S-Video, Component, SD
I1, and
SDI2
Default: HDMI
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Audio Settings Menu
This menu is used for adjusting volume settings.
Volume
Adjust the sound. Press or , select the desired level, and then press ENTER.
Range: 0~100
Default: 50
Bass
Adjust the sound in low tones (bass). Press or
, select the desired level, and
then press ENTER.
Range: 0~20
Default: 10
Treble
Adjust the sound in high tones (Treble). Press or , select the desired level,
and then press ENTER.
Range: 0~20
Default: 10
Balance
Adjust the balance of the left and right speakers. Press or , select the
desired level, and then press ENTER.
Range: 0~20
Default: 10
HDMI Audio Input
Select HDMI and PC audio input mode.
Default: HDMI
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Basic Settings Menu
This menu is used to make initial set-up adjustments to the OSD (On-Screen Display) menu and other on-screen
messages.
OSD Transparent
Set the menu transparency. Press or
to select the desired level, and then
press ENTER.
Range: 0~100
Default: 0
OSD Location
Adjust the menu location on the monitor (Up, Down, Left, Right).
OSD Zoom
Options: On, Off
Default: Off
OSD Rotation
Select the OSD Rotation. Press select the rotation.
Options: 0, 90, 180, 270
Default: 0 degree
OSD Language
Options: English and Chinese
Default: English
OSD Timeout
Options: 5~120
Default: 30
Sleep Timer
Set a period of time after which the monitor will switch to standby mode
automatically. Press to select the desired time limit.
Options: Off, 15, 30, 45, 60, 90, 120 Min
Default: Off
Real Time Clock
Set date, and switch alarm on and off. Use ,,, to adjust these options.
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Advanced Settings Menu
Auto Adjustment
Forces the monitor to reacquire and lock to the input signal. This is use
ful when
the signal quality is marginal. Note: This feature does not continually reacquire
the signal.
Options: No, Yes
Default: No
Image Position
Image location can be adjusted (Only VGA Mode).
Options: Up, Down, Left, Right
Phase
Range: 0~63 (Only VGA Mode)
Clocks
Range: 0~100 (Only VGA Mode)
Flesh Tone
Options: Off, Low, Medium and High (Only Video Mode)
Default: Off
Front LED
Options: On and Off
Default: On
IRFM
Creates slight frame motion to help avoid image retention.
Options: On
Default: Off
Baud Rate
Options: 115200, 38400, 19200, 9600
Default: 115200
Monitor ID
Options: 1~ 255
Default: 0
Light Sensor
Options: On and Off
Default: Off
Factory Reset
Restores all settings to their default.
Options: No, Yes
Default: No
VGA ADC Settings
Select ADC setting
, User ADC Calibration, and restore factory default ADC
setting.
Options: Default, User
Default: Default
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System Status Menu
This read-only menu provides information on the active sources and the latest firmware version.
User ADC Calibration
1. When using VGA as signal source, go to Advanced Settings in OSD menu and select VGA ADC Settings, then
choose User ADC Calibration.
2. A warning message (see image below) will show to make sure proper image is displayed on screen before ADC
calibration begins
i. Image in the green boxes, displayed on both side of the screen, has to be white and black in order to run the
calibration accurately (the black and white image can be made using software like Microsoft PowerPoint)
ii. The white in the left green box has to be the brightest white.
iii. The black in the right green box has to be the darkest black.
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3. After proper image is displayed, click “Yes” to begin ADC calibration
4. During calibration process, the following image will show to notify user to wait for the calibration.
5. After calibration is completed, the display will notify user if the process is done successfully by different messages.
Default Setting
Item Default Value
Power switch Off
Brightness 50
Backlight 80
Contrast 50
Color Temp. 9300 K
Source Auto Detection Off
OSD Language English
Auto Off
Monitor ID 01
IRFM Off
Baud rate 115200
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Touch Operation
1. Connect the signal cable witch monitor, then turn on computer.
2. Connect the USB cable with monitor and computer.
3. Turn on the monitor (AC switch on).
4. Connect one side of USB cable (Type-B USB connector) on the monitor side. See below picture. (Check
“Connection” section for exact location).
5. Connect the other side of USB cable (Type-A USB) to the USB port on computer. See picture below.
6. Wait for 5 seconds and the touch function is ready to go. It can be activated by pen, finger, or any other pointer.
7. This touch mo
nitor is Microsoft Windows 7 compatible. In order to active, go to
http://www.nextwindow.com/nextwindow_support/windriver.html to download the latest driver. Follow the direction in
the NW Multitouch Device Driver Installation Guide (part of the compressed file along with the driver) to install the
driver.
8. Once the driver is installed, restart the PC and the touch function is ready to go with MS Windows 7.
9. Operating Systems Supported:
I. Microsoft Windows:
i. Windows 98, NT, 2000, XP, Vista, and 7: Plug-and-play
ii. Driver required to run dual-touch/gesture on Windows 7 (works as a digitizer)
II. Mac OS: Plug-and-Play, Single touch only.
III. Linux: Supports Knoppix (based on Debian) distribution with the following requirements:
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i. Linux 2.6 kernel series
ii. Evtouch Touchscreen Driver http://www.conan.de/touchscreen/evtouch.html
iii. Single touch only
10. 4-Point Calibration Procedure: (Note: no calibration is required for first time use, however, the touch panel might be
required for calibration over time depends on the usage)
I. Press the CAL button (illustration A) located next to the USB connector (see page33, item 4 for location) or
press the “Scroll Lock” key (illustration B) on the keyboard 6 times.
(A)
(B)
II. Wait for the beep sound, and the cursor will move to near the upper left corner of the display automatically.
III. Place finger, gloved hand, or any other pointer on the cursor, and stay for 2 seconds (a beep sound will occur
when the pointer is placed on the cursor). Then the cursor will move to near the upper right corner
automatically.
IV. Repeat the procedure of item III until all 4 points is calibrated. (see image below for the places where cursor
appears).
V. The calibration is completed and the touch monitor is ready to be used now.
1.
2.
3.
4.
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Supported Timing
Timing
fH (kHz)
fV (Hz)
Dot clock (MHz)
HDMI
VGA
Component
S-Video
Composite
DVI
HD-SDI
31.469 59.94 25.175 O O
O
37.861 72.809 31.5 O O
O
37.5 75 31.5 O O
O
VGA 640x480
43.269 85.008 36 O O
O
35.156 56.25 36 O O
O
37.879 60.317 40 O O
O
48.077 72.188 50 O O
O
46.875 75 49.5 O O
O
SVGA 800x600
53.674 85.06 56.25 O O
O
48.363 60.004 65 O O
O
56.476 70.069 75 O O
O
60.023 75.029 78.75 O O
O
XGA 1024x768
68.677 84.997 94.5 O O
O
WXGA1360x768 47.712 60.015 85.5 O O
O
44.444 59.98 64 O O
O
44.772 59.86 74.5 O O
O
1280 x 720
56.456 74.78 95.75 O O
O
47.776 59.87 79.5 O O
O
47.396 59.995 68.25 O O
O
1280 x 768
68.633 84.837 117.5 O O
O
49.306 59.91 71 O O
O
1280 x 800
49.702 59.81 83 O O
O
1152x864 67.5 75 108 O O
O
63.981 60.02 108 O O
O
79.976 75.025 135 O O
O
SXGA
1280x1024
91.146 85.024 157.5 O O
O
64.744 59.95 101 O O
O
SXGA+ 1400 x 1050
65.317 59.98 121.75 O O
O
55.469 59.901 88.75 O O
O
1440 x 900
55.935 59.88 106.5 O O
O
64.674 59.98 119 O O
O
WSXGA+ 1680 x1050
65.29 59.954 146.25 O O
O
UXGA 1600 x 1200 75 60 162 O O
O
1920 x 1080 66.587 59.93 138.5 O O
O
VESA
WUXA 1920 x 1200 74.038 59.95 154 O O
O
NTSC 15.734 29.97 13.5 480i 480i O O 480i 487i
SDTV
PAL 15.625 25 13.5 576i 576i O O 576i 576i
480p 31.5 60 27.03 O O
O
EDTV
576p 31.25 50 27 O O
O
720p 37.5 50 74.25 O O
O O
1280x720 44.995 59.94 74.176 O O
O O
45 60 74.25 O
O
O O
1080i 28.13 50 74.25 O O
O O
1920x1080 33.716 59.94 74.176 O O
O O
33.75
60 74.25 O O
O O
27 24 74.25 O
O
33.75 30 74.25
O
56.25 50 148.5 O O
O O
67.433 59.94 148.352 O O O O
HDTV
1080p 1920x1080
67.5 60 148.5 O O
O O
“O” means that the timing is supported
480i means th
at it supports 480i@60Hz(YPbPr).
576i means that it supports 576i@60Hz(YPbPr)
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Specification
Input connecters available on Advanced version only
HD-SDI is an option with the Advanced version option.
Item Specification
Resolution 1920 x 1080 (HD monitor format)
Brightness 450 cd/m²
Contrast Ratio 4000
Response time (GTG) 4.5 ms
Aspect Ratio
16:9
Horizontal Sync. Positive / Negative
Vertical Sync. Positive / Negative
LCD panel
Connectors
HDMI x2/ VGA/ SPDIF/ DVI()/ PC audio in()/ IR Extender()/
Audio amplifier (
speaker ready)()/ AV() /Component()/ S-V()
/
Audio in x2 ()/ HD-SDI()
Horizontal 31~91 KHz
Scan Rate
Vertical 56~85 Hz
Auto Adjust Clock, Phase, H-Position and V-Position
Screen Scaling
VGA/SVGA/XGA/WXGA/HD monitor
Full Screen Display, WUXGA
Power Management VESA DPMS
Performance
OSD Language English and Chinese
Power Source
Power Input AC 100V~240V
Operation Mode (Typ.)
≦
273W
Power Saving Mode (Typ.)
≦
1W (
≦
3W for 97550)
Input Frequency Range 50 - 60 Hz
Power
Consumption
Rated Input Volt AC 100-240V
Dimension (W×H×D)
1307.0mm × 777.8mm × 134.1mm (51.5” x 30.6” x 5.3”)
Net Weight
44 KG
Physical
Gross Weight w/ packing
54 KG
Storage Temperature Min -5°C ~ Max 50°C
Operating Temperature Min 5°C ~ Max 35°C
Environment
Humidity 90% RH @40°C
Plug and Play
DDC 2B Compliance
RS232
D-Sub 9-pin / RJ-45 in&out
OSD key
7 keys (,SOURCE, ,, ,, MENU/EXIT)
Function
Wall mount
400 x600 VESA standard
Option
Speaker
Input 1Vp-p, Output: 10W/4Ω x2
Technology Optical
Method Finger, gloved hand, or any other pointer
Interface
USB (type B female)
Transmittance
88%
Touch
Function
(55AVT)
Operating System
Windows 98/NT/2000/XP/Vista/7 (driver required), Mac OS
and Linux
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Troubleshooting
Before calling service personnel, please check the following chart for a possible cause to the trouble you are experiencing.
Perform the adjustments according to page 13 “Operation The Monitor”
If the problem you have experienced isn’t described below or you can’t correct the problem, stop using the monitor and
call service personnel or your dealer.
Problem Check these things
No Display Ensure the power plug is installed correctly on both ends.
Check the main power switch is set to “—“
Check that source equipment is operating correctly.
Check the input signal is compatible with this display.
The image is not centered Check the input signal is compatible with this display.
The image is not locked correctly Check the input signal is compatible with this display.
The remote control doesn’t work Make sure the batteries fresh and are installed correctly.
Ensure the remote is aimed at the IR sensor on the front of the display
The picture color looks poor Check the picture settings.
Reset the display.
If you are using YUV terminals, make sure cables are correctly connected.
Compliance
FCC Compliance Statement:
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to part
15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference
when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can
radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may
cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely
to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at their own
expense.
Warning
This is class A products. In a domestic environment this product may
Cause radio interference in which case the user may be required to take adequate measures.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation 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.
CE
EN 55022
、
EN 61000-3-2、EN-61000-3-3
EN 55024、IEC61000-4
EN 60950 [Low-Voltage Directive (73/23/EEC)]
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Appendix I: Moving and Carrying Notice
Moving Notice:
Moving the monitor requires at least two people. If not, it may drop and a serious injury may result.
Moving/shipping the monitor, please hold the white handles.
Carrying Notice :
This monitor is heavy; please follow as below instruction, when you ready to carry the monitor. If not, it may
cause an injury
.
NG
OK
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Appendix II: Stands and Wall Mount Installation
Installing the table stand kit:
1. Place the monitor (LCD screen face down) on a flat, stable surface, which has been covered with a soft
cloth. This will help prevent the monitor from being scratched.
2. Remove the screws (M8*15 screw x4) from the stand bracket at the back of the monitor.
3. Align the stand brackets with the mounting holes and attach the brackets to the monitor using the screws
removed in Step 2.
4. Caution: Longer screws will damage the monitor.
Use maximum 15mm/0.59” long screws.
8mm Metric
Remove the 4 screws from
back of the monitor
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Installing a wall mount kit:
1. Follow the manual instructions for the type of mount you have selected. Refer all servicing to qualified
service personnel.
2. Moving the monitor requires at least two people.
3. Before installing, please make sure the wall is strong enough to hold the necessary weight of the display
and the mount.
Step1. Keep the display facing the ground and place it on a flat object.
Step2. Remove the 6 screws (M8*15) from the back of the monitor.
Step3. Align the wall brackets with the mounting holes and attach the brackets to the monitor using the screws
removed in Step 2.
Caution: Longer screws will damage the monitor.
Use maximum 15mm/0.59” long screws.
8mm Metric
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Appendix III: Wall Mount Safety Notes
Wall mounting safety Notes
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