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Preface
This manual is prepared for the maintenance service for the VG700b series Flat
Panel Monitor. Maintenance procedures described in this manual are intended to isolate
faulty parts and replace them in the field. It also aims to serve as a guide in procuring
replacement parts for this product.
This manual is copyrighted and all rights are reserved. This product may not, in
whole or in part be copied, photocopied, translated or reduced to any electronic or
machine readable form without prior written consent except for copies retained by the
purchaser for backup purpose.
This manual includes system overview, major system assembly, components
description, and the Troubleshooting makes explanations on how to detect errors. It
also includes a flow chart for checking or correcting faults.
No Warranty or representation, either expressed or implied, is made with
respect to this documentation, its quality, performance, merchantability or fitness
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Table of Contents
Chapter 1Introduction1-1
1-1The Appropriate Operation1-1
1-2Product Highlight1-2
1-3Technical Specification1-2
Chapter 2Mechanical Construction2-1
2-1Package Overview2-1
2-2Exploded Overview2-3
Chapter 3Procedure of Disassembly3-1
3-1Disassembly of Stand Unit and Main Body3-1
3-2Disassembly of Control Board, Cosmetic Cap and Front Cover3-2
3-3Disassembly of LCD Panel and Main Board3-3
3-4Disassembly of Support Bracket, Speakers and all wires3-4
Chapter 4Function of Boards4-1
4-1Main Board4-1
4-2Control Board4-4
4-3Inverter Board4-5
Chapter 5Troubleshooting Procedure5-1
5-1Equipment Needed5-1
5-2Main Procedure5-1
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Chapter 6Function Test and Alignment Procedure6-1
6-1Product and Test Equipment6-1
6-2Hot Key (Service Function)6-1
6-3Test Condition6-1
6-4Test Display Modes & Pattern6-2
6-5Function Test and Alignment Procedure6-5
6- 6Cleaning6- 7
6-7Inspection Standard6-7
Chapter 7 Firmware Upgrade Procedure7-1
7-1Equipment Needed7-1
7-2Hardware Setup Procedure7-2
7-3Firmware Upgrade Procedure7-2
Chapter 8EDID Update Procedure 8-1
8-1Equipment Needed8-1
8-2Hardware Setup Procedure8-2
8- 3DDC Keyin Procedure8- 2
Chapter 9Panel Specification9-1
9-1LCD Panel [Model#M170EN04]
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Chapter 10 Packing for Shipping10-1
10-1Package10-1
Chapter 11 Appendix11-1
11-1The Serial Number System Definition11-1
Chapter
Chapter
Chapter
1
2 Schematic Diagrams
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PCB Layout
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Complete parts list
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12-1~12-
13-1~13-
14-1~14-5
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Chapter 1 Introduction
This manual provides an integral technical information you need to maintain the
LCD Monitor. And this manual is applied to the model of 1280*1024 pixels color TFT LCD
Monitor with a 17 flat panel screen.
This manual is for the technicians and people who have the electronic background.
Send the product back to the distributor for repairing and do not attempt to do anything
which is complex or not mentioned in the troubleshooting.
1-1The Appropriate Operation
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Turn off the Product before cleaning.
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Use only a dry soft cloth when cleaning the LCD panel surface.
Use a soft cloth moistured with mild detergent to clean the display housing.
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Use only high quality and safety approved AC/DC power Adapter.
Disconnect the Power Plug from AC outlet if the Product is not used for a long
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period of time.
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Do not touch the LCD panel surface with sharp or hard objects.
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Do not use abrasive cleaners, waxes or solvents for your cleaning.
Do not operate the product under the following conditions:
* Extremely hot, cold or humid environment.
* Areas susceptible to excessive dusts and dirt
* Near any applicance generating a strong magnetic field.
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