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Revision History
Revision SM Editing Date ECR Number Description of Changes Editor
1a 11/09/05 Initial Release G. Han
nd
1b 06/19/2006 VS-E060102J. Chang
Add 2
(updated RSPL/BOM/EPL)
source panel AUO M201EW01 v.0
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. Precautions and Safety Notices 1
2. Specification 5
3. Front Panel Function Control Description 12
4. Circuit Description 14
5. Adjustment Procedure 25
6. Troubleshooting Flow Chart 50
7. Recommended Spare Parts List 53
8. Exploded Diagram and Exploded Parts List 55
9. Block Diagram 59
10. Schematic Diagrams 60
11. PCB Layout Diagrams 67
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1. Precautions and Safety Notices
1. Appropriate Operation
(1) Turn off the product before cleaning.
(2) Use only a dry soft cloth when cleaning the LCD panel surface.
(3) Use a soft cloth soaked with mild detergent to clean the display housing.
(4) Use only a high quality, safety approved AC/DC power cord.
(5) Disconnect the power plug from the AC outlet if the product will not be used for a long period of time.
(6) If smoke, abnormal noise, or strange odor is present, immediately switch the LCD display off.
(7) Do not touch the LCD panel surface with sharp or hard objects.
(8) Do not place heavy objects on the LCD display, video cable, or power cord.
(9) Do not use abrasive cleaners, waxes or solvents for your cleaning.
(10) Do not operate the product under the following conditions:
- Extremely hot, cold or humid environment.
- Areas containing excessive dust and dirt.
- Near any appliance generating a strong magnetic field.
- In direct sunlight.
2. Caution
No modification of any circuit should be attempted. Service work should only be performed after you are thoroughly familiar
with all of the following safety checks and servicing guidelines.
3. Safety Check
Care should be taken while servicing this LCD display. Because of the high voltage used in the inverter circuit, the voltage is
exposed in such areas as the associated transformer circuits.
4. LCD Module Handling Precautions
4.1 Handling Precautions
(1) Since front polarizer is easily damaged, pay attention not to scratch it.
(2) Be sure to turn off power supply when connecting or disconnecting input connector.
(3) Wipe off water drops immediately. Long contact with water may cause discoloration or spots.
(4) When the panel surface is soiled, wipe it with absorbent cotton or other soft cloth.
(5) Since the panel is made of glass, it may break or crack if dropped or bumped on hard surface.
(6) Since CMOS LSI is used in this module, take care of static electricity and ensure human earth when handling.
(7) Do not open or modify the Module Assembly.
(8) Do not press the reflector sheet at the back of the module in any direction.
(9) In the event that a Module must be put back into the packing container slot after it was taken out of the
container, do not press the center of the CCFL Reflector edge. Instead, press at the far ends of the
CFL Reflector edge softly. Otherwise the TFT Module may be damaged.
(10) At the insertion or removal of the Signal Interface Connector, be sure not to rotate or tilt the Interface
Connector of the TFT Module.
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(11)After installation of the TFT Module into an enclosure (LCD monitor housing, for example), do not twist or
bend the TFT Module even momentarily. When designing the enclosure, it should be taken into consideration
that no bending/twisting forces may be applied to the TFT Module from outside. Otherwise the TFT Module
may be damaged.
(12) The cold cathode fluorescent lamp in the LCD contains a small amount of mercury. Please follow local
ordinances or regulations for disposal.
(13) The LCD module contains a small amount of materials having no flammability grade. The LCD module
should be supplied with power that complies with the requirements of Limited Power Source
(IEC60950 or UL1950), or an exemption should be applied for.
(14)The LCD module is designed so that the CCFL in it is supplied by a Limited Current Circuit (IEC60950
or UL1950). Do not connect the CCFL to a Hazardous Voltage Circuit.
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Handing and Placing Methods
correct method
Take out the monitor with cushion
Place the monitor on a clean & soft foam pad
incorrect method
Take out the monitor by grasping the LCD
panel.
That may cause “ MURA“.
could
scratch the surface of panel
Do not touch the surface of the polarizer .
Surface of the panel is pressed by fingers &
this may cause “ MURA “
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bezel
bezel
bracket
bracket
when assemble&disassembly
when assemble&disassembly
when assemble&disassembly
when assemble&disassembly
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2. Specificationtion
INTRODUCTION
FEATURES VA2012w/wb-1
Size 20.1” WIDE
Luminance (Typ/Min)
TFTLCD PANEL
(QDI)
TFTLCD PANEL
(AUO)
M201EW01 V.0
Input Signal
Sync Compatibility
Compatibility
Power Voltage AC 100-240V, 50/60Hz Yes
Power Consumption
Audio 1W Yes
Ergonomics
OSD Control
Dimension
Weight
Operating Condition
Storage Condition
Regulation
MPRII), TCO’03, GOST-R + 20 ORIGINAL COPIES HYGIENIC, SASO, PCBC,
Analog Input Connector DB-15 (Analog), refer the appendix A
Digital Input Connector DVI-D (Digital), refer the appendix B
Default Input Connector Defaults to the first detected input
Video Cable Strain Relief
Equal to twice the weight of the monitor for five
minutes
Video Cable Connector DB-15 Pin out Compliant DDC 1/2B
1. Video RGB (Analog)
Video Signals
Separate
2. TMDS (Digital)
Video Impedance 75 Ohms (Analog), 100 Ohms (Digital)
Maximum PC Video Signal 950 mV with no damage to monitor
Maximum Mac Video Signal 1250 mV with no damage to monitor
Sync Signals TTL
DDC 1/2B Compliant with Revision 1.3
Sync Compatibility Separate Sync
Video Compatibility
Shall be compatible with all PC type computers,
Macintosh computers, and after market video cards
640 x 350, 640 x 480, 720 x 400 (640 x 400), 800 x
Resolution Compatibility
600, 832 x 624, 1024 x 768, 1280 x 720, 1280 x
1024, 1600 x 1200, 1680 x 1050
Exclusions Not compatible with interlaced video
POWER SUPPLY
Internal Power Supply Part Number: EADP-64CF
Input Voltage Range 90 TO 264 VAC
Input Frequency Range 47.5 TO 63 HERTZ
Short Circuit Protection Output can be shorted without damage
Over Current Protection Output current <10A
Leakage Current 3.5mA (Max) at 254VAC / 60Hz
EFFICIENCY 80 % typical at 115VAC Full Load
Fuse Internal and not user replaceable
Power Dissipation 64 Watts (typ)
Max Input AC Current 1.5 Arms @ 90VAC
INRUSH CURRENT (COLD START) 80 A(max) @230VAC
Shall start and function properly when under full
Power Supply Cold Start
load, with all combinations of input voltage, input
frequency, and operating temperature
Shall be able to withstand an ANSI/IEEE C62.41-
Power Supply Transient Immunity
1980 6000V 200 ampere ring wave transient test
with no damage
Power Supply Line Surge Immunity Shall be able to withstand 1.5 times nominal line
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voltage for one cycle with no damage
Shall be able to function properly, without reset or
Power Supply Missing Cycle Immunity
visible screen artifacts, when ½ cycle of AC power
is randomly missing at nominal input
The power supply shall not produce audible noise
that would be detectable by the user. Audible shall
Power Supply Acoustics
defined to be in compliance with ISO 7779 (DIN
EN27779:1991) Noise measurements of machines
acoustics. Power Switch noise shall not be
considered
US Type Power Cable
European Type Power Cable
Separate 3-prong NEMA 5-15P type plug. Length =
1.8m. Connects to AC outlet. Color = Black
Schuko CEE7-7. Length = 1.8m, Connects to AC
outlet. Color = Black
Power Saving Operation(Method) VESA DPMS Signaling
Power Consumption
ON Mode < 50 W (max) / 47 W (typ)
ACTIVE OFF < 2W
Recovery Time ON MODE = N/A, ACTIVE OFF < 3 SEC
ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENT
Horizontal / Vertical Frequency
Horizontal Frequency ANALOG: 30 – 94 KHZ
DIGITAL : 30-82 KHZ
Vertical Refresh Rate 50 – 75 HZ.
Maximum Pixel Clock Analog: 205 Mhz
Digital: 165 MHz
Sync Polarity Independent of sync polarity.
Timing Table
Item Timing Analog Digital
1. 640 x 350 @ 70Hz, 31.5kHz Yes Yes
2. 640 x 400 @ 70Hz, 31.5kHz Yes Yes
3. 640 x 480 @ 60Hz, 31.5kHz Yes Yes
4. 640 x 480 @ 67Hz, 35.0kHz Yes Yes
5. 640 x 480 @ 72Hz, 37.9kHz Yes Yes
6. 640 x 480 @ 75Hz, 37.5kHz Yes Yes
7. 720 x 400 @ 70Hz, 31.5kHz Yes Yes
8. 720 x 480 @59.94/60Hz 15.7 kHz Yes Yes
9. 720 x 576 @50Hz 31.25kHz Yes Yes
10. 720 x 576 @50Hz 15.62kHz Yes Yes
11. 800 x 600 @ 56Hz, 35.1kHz Yes Yes
12. 800 x 600 @ 60Hz, 37.9kHz Yes Yes
13. 800 x 600 @ 75Hz, 46.9kHz Yes Yes
14. 800 x 600 @ 72Hz, 48.1kHz Yes Yes
15. 832 x 624 @ 75Hz, 49.7kHz Yes Yes
16. 1024 x 768 @ 60Hz, 48.4kHz Yes Yes
17. 1024 x 768 @ 70Hz, 56.5kHz Yes Yes
18. 1024 x 768 @ 72Hz, 58.1kHz Yes Yes
19. 1024 x 768 @ 75Hz, 60.0kHz Yes Yes
20. 1280 X 720 @ 50Hz 37.5kHz Yes Yes
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21. 1280x 720 @ 60Hz, 45kHz Yes Yes
22. 1280 x 1024 @ 60Hz, 63.4kHz Yes Yes
23. 1280 x 1024 @ 75Hz, 79.97kHz Yes Yes
24. 1600 x 1200 @ 60Hz, 75kHz Yes Yes
25. 1600 x 1200 @ 70Hz, 87.5kkHz Yes No
26. 1600 x 1200 @ 75Hz, 93.8kHz Yes No
27. 1680 x 1050 @ 60Hz, 65.3 kHz Yes Yes
28. 1680 x 1050 @ 75Hz, 82.3 kHz Yes No
Primary Presets
“1680 x 1050” @ 60Hz
User Presets
Number of User Presets (recognized timings) Available: 10 presets total in FIFO
configuration
Changing Modes
● Maximum Mode Change Blank Time for image stability : 3 seconds (Max), excluding
“Auto Adjust” time
● Under DOS mode (640 x 350, 720 x 400 & 640 x 400), it should recall factory setting
when execute “Auto Adjust”
● The monitor needs to do “Auto Adjust” the first time a new mode is detected
(see section “0-Touch™ Function Actions”)
● While running Change Mode, Auto Adjust or Memory Recall, the image shall blank
FRONT PANEL CONTROLS AND INDICATORS
Front Panel Hardware Controls
Power Switch (Front Head) Power Control, soft Power Switch.
Power LED (Front Head) Green – ON
Orange – Active Off
Dark = Soft Power Switch OFF
Front Panel Controls (Head)
[ ] [ 1 ] [ 2 ] [▲] [▼] [;+][;-][;X]
[ ] Power
[ 1 ] Button 1
[ 2 ] Button 2
[▲] Up arrow button
[▼] Down arrow button
[;+] Volume+
[;-] Volume-
[;X] Mute
Note: Power Button, Button 1, Button 2, and
Mute Button must be one-shot logic
operation. (i.e. there should be no cycling)
Reaction Time OSD must fully appear within 0.5s after
pushing Button 1
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TFT LCD PANEL
Panel Characteristics :
1st Source Panel e
QDI QD20AL01
Type TN Technology”
Active Size 433.44 (H) x 270.9 (V)
Pixel Arrangement RGB Vertical Stripe
Pixel Pitch 0.258 mm
GLASS TREATMENT Anti Glare (Hard coating 3H)
# OF BACKLIGHTS 6 CCFL edge-light (3 top / 3 bottom)
BACKLIGHT LIFE 40,000 Hours (Min)
Luminance –
Condition:
300 cd/m2 (Typ after 30 minute warm up)
240 cd/m2 (Min after 30 minute warm up)
CT = 6500K, Contrast = Max,
Brightness = Max
Brightness Uniformity 77 % Entire Area (typ)
Contrast Ratio 600:1 (Typ), 400:1 (Min)
Color Depth 16.2 million colors (6 bit panel)
Viewing Angle (Horizontal) 140 deg @ CR>10, 160 deg @ CR>5
VIEWING ANGLE (VERTICAL) 125 deg @ CR>10, 140 deg @ CR>5
Response Time
10%-90% @ Ta=25°C
8 ms (Tr= 2 ms, Tf = 6 ms) (Typ)
16 ms (Tr= XXX ms, Tf = XXX ms) (Max)
Panel Defects Please see Panel Quality Specifications.
2nd Source Panel
AUO M201EW01 V.0
Type MVA Technology”
Active Size 433.44 (H) x 270.90(V)
Pixel Arrangement RGB Vertical Stripe
Pixel Pitch 0.258 mm
GLASS TREATMENT Anti Glare (Hard coating 3H)
# OF BACKLIGHTS 6CCFL edge-light (3 top / 3 bottom)
BACKLIGHT LIFE 50.000 Hours (Min)
Luminance –
Condition:
300cd/m2 (Typ after 30 minute warm up)
240 cd/m2 (Min after 30 minute warm up)
CT = 6500K, Contrast = Max,
Brightness = Max
Brightness Uniformity 75 % Entire Area (minimum)
Contrast Ratio 800:1 (Typ), 4001 (Min)
Color Depth 16.7 million colors (8 bit panel)
Viewing Angle (Horizontal) 176 deg (Typ), 150deg(Min) @ CR>10
VIEWING ANGLE (VERTICAL) 176 deg (Typ), 150deg(Min) @ CR>10
Response Time
10%-90% @ Ta=25°C
16ms (Tr=11 ms, Tf = 5 ms) (Typ)
40 ms (Tr= 25ms, Tf = 15ms) (Max)
G to G 8ms (Average)
Panel Defects Please see Panel Quality Specifications.
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IMAGE PERFORMANCE
Factory Defaults
Item Defaults Item Defaults
Contrast 70% OSD V. Position 50%
Brightness 100% OSD Time Out 15 Sec
Volume 50% OSD Background On
Color Temperature 6500K OSD PIVOT Off
Sharpness 1 Resolution Notice Enabled
OSD H. Position 50% 720x400/640x400 720x400
No visible saturation
TEST PATTERN = 32-GRAY
Contrast = 100%
Brightness = 100%
6~8-level saturation
Test pattern = 32-gray
MECHANICAL
Dimension (Desktop)
Width 479 mm
Height 423 mm
Depth 216 mm
Monitor Weight 5.5 kg / 12.1 lbs
Dimension (Head Only / Wall Mount)
Width 479 mm
Height 350.5 mm
Depth 62.7 mm
Monitor Weight 4.9 kg / 10.78 lbs
Ergonomics
Tilt Up 20 degrees minimum
Tilt Down -5 degrees
Swivel Right N/A
Swivel Left N/A
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IMAGE PERFORMANCE
Factory Defaults
Item Defaults Item Defaults
Contrast 70% OSD V. Position 50%
Brightness 100% OSD Time Out 15 Sec
Volume 50% OSD Background On
Color Temperature 6500K OSD PIVOT Off
Sharpness 1 Resolution Notice Enabled
OSD H. Position 50% 720x400/640x400 720x400