Sharp PN-455 Operation Manual

Sharp pn-455 lcd monitor operation manual

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PN-455

LCD MONITOR

ENGLISH
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  • Page 1: Introduction Important Information

    ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER. NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALI- FIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. PN-455 ENGLISH Model No.: Serial No.: The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the pres- ence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage”...
  • Page 2 IMPORTANT INFORMATION (Continued) WARNING: FCC Regulations state that any unauthorized changes or modifications to this equip- ment not expressly approved by the manufacturer could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment. CAUTION: Use the supplied AC cord as it is. INFORMATION: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for Class A digital equipment, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
  • Page 3: Dear Sharp Customer

    DEAR SHARP CUSTOMER Thank you for your purchase of a SHARP LCD product. To ensure safety and many years of trouble-free operation of your product, please read the Safety Precautions carefully before using this product. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Electricity is used to perform many useful functions, but it can also cause personal injuries and property damage if improperly handled.
  • Page 4 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS (Continued) e. When the product has been dropped or damaged. f. When the product displays an abnormal condition. Any noticeable abnormality in the product indicates that the product needs servicing. 16. Replacement parts — In case the product needs replacement parts, make sure that the service person uses replacement parts specified by the manufacturer, or those with the same characteristics and performance as the original parts.
  • Page 5: Tips And Safety Precautions

    - 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...
  • Page 6: Table Of Contents

    Contents Introduction IMPORTANT INFORMATION ... 1 DEAR SHARP CUSTOMER ... 3 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ... 3 TIPS AND SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ... 5 Features ... 7 Supplied Accessories ... 8 Part Names - Display ... 9 Front view ... 9 Rear view ... 10 Part Names - Remote Control Unit ...
  • Page 7: Features

    • A large, flat LCD panel with 1920 x 1080 pixels lets you enjoy a detailed, high-definition picture. ●ASV*LOW-REFLECTION BLACK TFT LCD PANEL • SHARP’s unique ASV* low-reflection BLACK TFT LCD panel provides higher luminance, higher contrast, and a wider viewing angle. This reduces reflection in the monitor when it is placed near a window, and ensures brighter, more vivid image reproduction.
  • Page 8: Supplied Accessories

    ● Operation manual (1) • You are advised to retain the carton in case the monitor needs to be transported. • Sharp Corporation holds authorship rights to the Utility Disk program. Do not reproduce it without permission. Liquid Crystal Display (1)
  • Page 9: Part Names - Display

    * When using the remote control, point it towards here. INP UT Input button (See page 25.) * Press with a sharp object such as a pen. Power button (See page 24.) * Press with a sharp object such as a pen. Power LED...
  • Page 10: Rear View

    Part Names - Display Rear view VESA holes (M6, 15mm in depth x 6 holes) AC input terminal (See page 19.) INPUT4 (VIDEO) Composite Video input terminal <INPUT4> (See page 17.) * The S-video terminal has priority over the video input terminals. RS-232C output terminal (See pages 21 and 39.) External speaker terminals (right)
  • Page 11: Part Names - Remote Control Unit

    Part Names - Remote Control Unit Remote control unit POWER button (See page 24.) MUTE button (See page 25.) VOL buttons (See page 25.) * You can use this button when the menu is not displayed. BRIGHT buttons (See page 25.) * You can use this button when the menu is not displayed.
  • Page 12: Removing The Battery Cover

    Part Names - Remote Control Unit Removing the battery cover Gently hold down and press in the arrow direction. Cautions regarding remote control unit • Do not expose the remote control unit to shock. In addition, do not expose the remote control unit to liquids, and do not place it in an area with high humidity.
  • Page 13: Connecting Peripheral Equipment

    Connecting Peripheral Equipment The various terminals on the LCD panel are described below. INPUT1 (PC DIGITAL) • Connect with the digital RGB output terminal on your computer using a digital signal cable (commer- cially available). * Connection with computers that have an output terminal (DVI-D 24 pin or DVI-I 29 pin) conforming to DVI is possible.
  • Page 14 Connecting Peripheral Equipment INPUT2 (PC ANALOG) • Connect with the display connector on your computer using a RGB cable (commercially available). • Connect with an audio output jack on your computer using a PC audio cable (commercially avail- able). Output terminals on connected equipment Display Audio...
  • Page 15 INPUT3 (COMPONENT) • Connect with component output terminals using a component cable (commercially available). • Connect with an audio output terminal using an audio (RCA) cable (commercially available). Output terminals on connected equipment Component Audio - Right video Audio - Left (Red) (White) (Pb/...
  • Page 16 Connecting Peripheral Equipment INPUT4 (S-VIDEO/VIDEO) • Connect with equipment that has an S-video output terminal using an S-video cable (commercially available).* • Connect with equipment that has a video output terminal using a video (BNC) cable (commercially available).* • Connect with an audio output terminal using an audio (RCA) cable (commercially available). Output terminals on connected equipment Audio - Right...
  • Page 17 Output terminals on connected equipment Audio - Right Video Audio - Left (Red) (White) Video cable Compatible video signal NTSC (3.58 MHz) *1 S-video input will have priority over composite video when connected. *2 When you connect the monitor with equipment that has a video output terminal, you can use the supplied video connection cable as shown in the illustration above.
  • Page 18: Connecting External Speakers

    Connecting External Speakers Be sure to use external speakers with an impedance of 6 ohms and a rated input of at least 10 W. ▼ Rear view Black SPEAKER External speaker terminals (right) External speaker terminals (left) Connecting the speaker cables 1.
  • Page 19: Connecting The Ac Cord

    Connecting the AC Cord Be sure to turn the main power switch off when connecting the cord. Turn off the main power switch on the top of the monitor. Main power switch ▼ Rear view Power outlet Plug (to the AC input terminal) AC input terminal AC cord Plug (to power outlet)
  • Page 20: Connecting Multiple Monitors

    Connecting Multiple Monitors Multiple monitors can be connected in a daisy chain using the input/output terminals for video signals. Connection example ▼ First monitor PC analog RGB input terminal INPUT2 OUTPUT (RGB) (RGB) RGB cable To PC analog RGB output terminal *1 Multiple monitors cannot be connected in a daisy chain for audio.
  • Page 21: Mounting Precautions

    To COM port Mounting Precautions • Special techniques are required to mount this monitor, so be sure to rely on an authorized Sharp dealer for installation work. You should never perform any of this work yourself. Our company will bear no respon- sibility for accidents or injuries caused by improper mounting or handling.
  • Page 22: Mounting The Temporary Stands

    Mounting the Temporary Stands Please note that the temporary stands are for temporary use only until the monitor is properly mounted. Attach each temporary stand to the bottom of the monitor as shown below. Screw Bundling Cables The AC cord can be fastened using the supplied AC cord clamp. This will prevent the AC cord from falling off.
  • Page 23: Attaching The Carrying Handles

    Attaching the Carrying Handles When carrying the monitor, attach the two carrying handles to the top of the monitor as shown below. ▼ Rear view * After mounting the monitor, remove the carrying handles from the monitor. Screw Spacer...
  • Page 24: Turning On Power

    • In waiting mode, if you press the POWER button on the remote control unit, the monitor will be turned off. • If the remote control is not available, you can turn on/off by pressing the POWER button beside the power LED with a sharp object. Turn on the main power switch on the top of the monitor.
  • Page 25: Remote Control Unit

    • INPUT1 (DIGITAL) ➞ INPUT2 (ANALOG) ➞ INPUT3 (COMPONENT) ➞ INPUT4 (VIDEO) ➞ INPUT1 (DIGITAL)... * If the remote control is not available, you can change the mode by pressing the input button beside the remote control sensor with a sharp object. MUTE Turns off the volume temporarily.
  • Page 26: Menu Items

    Menu Items Menus can be displayed on the screen to enable video and audio adjustment and the setting of various functions using the remote control unit. For more information, refer to the pages where each topic is explained. Menu option selection Example of menu operation: Adjusting CONTRAST (video) in the GAIN CON- TROL menu.
  • Page 27 MENU Press to display the GAIN CONTROL menu. GAIN CONTROL ANUAL BLACK LEVEL CONTRAST 1 0 2 4 x 7 6 8 Press to select CONTRAST. GAIN CONTROL ANUAL BLACK LEVEL CONTRAST 1 0 2 4 x 7 6 8 Press ) to adjust the setting.
  • Page 28: Menu Screen Explanation

    Menu Items Menu screen explanation Item: Select using the MENU button. GAIN CONTROL Settings: Setting names and their status Yellow: Current setting Blue: Selectable items Gray: Items that cannot be selected * There are various reasons why items cannot be selected, but the main reasons are as follows: •...
  • Page 29: Initialization (Reset)/Functional Restriction Setting

    Initialization (Reset)/Functional Restriction Setting In the FUNCTION 1 screen, you can return contrast, image quality, and other settings to their factory- preset values, specify whether LEDs lights, and enable control via RS-232C (see page 38) among other functions. After pressing for about 5 seconds, press The FUNCTION 1 screen will appear.
  • Page 30: Settings And Adjustments

    Settings and Adjustments ■ ADJUSTMENT (INPUT2) [MANUAL / AUTO] Function Adjusts CLOCK, PHASE, H-POS (horizontal positioning), and V-POS (vertical positioning) are adjusted. Adjustable range MANUAL/AUTO MANUAL The CLOCK, PHASE, H-POS, and V-POS are manually adjusted. You can use the adjustment pattern on the supplied CD-ROM to adjust each parameter. See page 41 for more information on the screen display for making adjustments.
  • Page 31: White Balance

    ■ GAIN CONTROL (INPUT2) [MANUAL / AUTO] Function Adjusts BLACK LEVEL and CONTRAST. Adjustable range MANUAL / AUTO MANUAL The BLACK LEVEL and CONTRAST are manually adjusted. AUTO The BLACK LEVEL and CONTRAST are automatically adjusted. [MANUAL (BLACK LEVEL)] Adjustable range 0 - 31 Default + direction Brightens entire video signal.
  • Page 32 Settings and Adjustments [CONTRAST] (INPUT3 / INPUT4) Adjustable range 0 - 31 Default + direction For more contrast – direction For less contrast [BLACK LEVEL] (INPUT3 / INPUT4) Adjustable range 0 - 31 Default + direction Brightens entire video signal. –...
  • Page 33 ■ MODE SELECT 1 [480 LINES] (INPUT2) Function Manually selects input resolution. Adjustable range 852 / 848 / 640 Default [768 LINES] (INPUT2) Function Manually selects input resolution. Adjustable range 1366 / 1360 / 1280 / 1024 Default 1024 [ENLARGE] (INPUT1/INPUT2) Function Sets the image enlargement ratio to be enlarged.
  • Page 34 Settings and Adjustments ■ MODE SELECT 2 [OFF TIMER] Function Specifies the remaining time before turning off the power. Adjustable range 0 - 23 Default [OSD H-POSITION] Function Adjusts the horizontal display position of menu screen. How to adjust Default Center [OSD V-POSITION] Function...
  • Page 35 ■ Switching the screen size (INPUT1 / INPUT2) WIDE Displays image so it fills the entire screen. NORMAL Displays image so it fills the screen vertically, while maintaining the original aspect ratio. ■ Switching the screen size (INPUT3 / INPUT4) The desired screen size can be selected to suit the input signal.
  • Page 36: Screen Display For Adjustments (Input2)

    Settings and Adjustments • Using this monitor’s screen size switching function to compress or expand the screen for commercial or public viewing in establishments like cafes or hotels may infringe on the rights of the creators, as protected by Copyright Law, so please be careful. •...
  • Page 37: Set-Up Information (Input1 / Input2)

    Set-up information (INPUT1 / INPUT2) Depending on the type of computer or OS, you may need to install monitor set-up information on your system. If so, follow the steps below to install monitor set-up information. (Depending on the type of computer or OS, command names and methods may differ.
  • Page 38: Pc Operation

    PC Operation PC connection One-to-one connection with a PC... Basic operation Connect with RS-232C straight cable between the PC COM port (RS-232C connector) and the RS- 232C input terminal on the back of monitor. ▼ Rear view RS-232C input terminal RS-232C INPUT To RS-232C...
  • Page 39: Communication Conditions

    Daisy chain connection from a single PC... Advanced operation Connect with RS-232C straight cable between the PC COM port (RS-232C connector) and the RS- 232C input terminal on the back of monitor. Next, connect RS-232C straight cable to the first monitor’s RS-232C output terminal and to the second monitor’s RS-232C input terminal.
  • Page 40: Communication Procedure

    PC Operation Communication procedure Basic operation <Command format> When a command is sent from the PC to the monitor, the monitor operates according to the received command, and sends a response message to the PC. Parameter field Command field (4 character string (4 prescribed comprised of: alphanumerical...
  • Page 41: Advanced Operation

    Advanced operation This section explains commands for daisy chain connection. The basic communication procedure is the same as in the “Basic operation” section. <ID numbers> You can assign a unique ID number to each monitor (see page 34). This allows you to control a particular monitor in a daisy chain of monitors.
  • Page 42: Commands For Id Control

    PC Operation <Commands for ID control> The command examples shown on this page assume the following connection and ID number set up. ID number: 1 IDST...A monitor receiving this command sets its own ID number in the parameter field. Example: IDST0001 OK_001 ←...
  • Page 43 IDSL ... The parameter of this command sets the ID number indicating the monitor subject to the next command. Example: IDSL0002 ← The next command is for the monitor with ID number=2. WAIT ← Searching for monitor with ID number=2 OK_002 ←...
  • Page 44 PC Operation <Repeater control> This system has a function to allow setting of multiple monitors connected in a daisy chain using a single command. This function is called repeater control. The number of connectable monitors varies depending on the length of the cable used and the surround- ing environment.
  • Page 45 <Response format in Advanced operation > ■ Normal response • Response when no ID number has been set Carriage return code , 0A • Response when an ID number has been set Space (20 SPC 0 ID number of responding monitor ■...
  • Page 46 PC Operation ■ If execution of the command is taking some time Carriage return code No ID number is attached to WAIT response. • Cases where WAIT is returned - When repeater control is used - When an IDSL or IDLK command is used - When one of the following commands is used: RSET, INPS, ASNC, WIDE, EMAG, EPOS, PXSL, POWR ■...
  • Page 47: Rs-232C Command Table

    RS-232C command table <How to read the command table> Command: Command field (See page 40.) Direction: When the “Parameter” is set in the parameter field (see page 40), the command functions as described under “Control/Response Contents”. The returned value indicated under “Reply” can be obtained by setting “????”, “___?”...
  • Page 48 PC Operation Picture Adjustment (INPUT1) Control item Command Direction Parameter THRU COOL • CTMP • WHITE BALANCE WARM USER R-CONTRAST CRTR G-CONTRAST CRTG B-CONTRAST CRTB PXCK RESOLUTION CHECK ENLARGE EMAG SETTING IMAGE POSITION EPOS (2 x 2) ENLARGE IMAGE EPOS POSITION (3 x 3) WIDE MODE...
  • Page 49 Picture Adjustment (INPUT2) Control item Command Direction Auto Sync. AUTO ADJUSTMENT ASNC Clock CLCK Phase PHSE Sync. Adjustment H-Position HPOS V-Position VPOS Auto Gain AUTO ADJUSTMENT AGIN Black level BLVL Picture adjustment Contrast CONT COOL • CTMP WHITE • BALANCE WARM USER R-CONTRAST...
  • Page 50 PC Operation Picture Adjustment (INPUT3/INPUT4) Control item Command Direction Parameter CONTRAST CONT BLACK LEVEL BLVL COLOR COLR TINT TINT SHARPNESS SHRP WHITE BALANCE COOL • CTMP • WARM WIDE MODE WIDE (Continued) Reply 0-max value 0-max value 0-max value 0-max value 0-max value 0-max value 0-max value...
  • Page 51 Special Control Control item Command Direction OFF TIMER OFTM ID NO. IDST SETTING ID NO. IDSL SETTING (ONCE) ID NUMBER ID NO. IDLK SETTING (SUBSEQUENT) ID CHECK IDCK INF1 MODEL Information SRNO SERIAL NO. Display mode BMOD VLMP Brightness Volume VOLM MUTE Mute...
  • Page 52: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Before calling for repair services, make sure following checks for possible remedies to the encountered symptoms. Problem There is no picture or sound. There is no picture. Picture disappears. Remote control does not work. Sound from left and right speakers is reversed.
  • Page 53 ■ Warning when temperature rises Nature of warning: • The power LED lights up red and the monitor enters standby mode. Solution: • If the monitor enters standby mode due to a rise in temperature, you can turn off the main power switch and turn it back on again.
  • Page 54: Specifications

    *2 Through output for the analog computer input signal. Does not support plug and play. • As a part of our policy of continuous improvement, SHARP reserves the right to make design and specification changes for product improvement without prior notice.
  • Page 55 ■ Power management This monitor conforms to VESA DPMS and DVI DMPM. Both your video card and computer must support the same standard in order for the monitor’s power management function to work. DPMS: Display Power Management Signaling Power DPMS Screen consumption ON STATE...
  • Page 56: Pc Digital/Analog Signal Input Compatibility Chart

    PC Digital/Analog Signal Input Compatibility Chart • Video • Sync • Supported frequencies ■ Screen resolution chart Screen resolution 640 x 480 VESA • IBM AT compatible 800 x 600 1024 x 768 1280 x 1024 848 x 480 Wide 852 x 480 1280 x 720 1280 x 768...
  • Page 57: Connector Compatibility Charts

    Connector Compatibility Charts ■ PC digital RGB input terminal pins (DVI-D 24 pin) Function TMDS data 2– Hot-plug detection TMDS data 2+ TMDS data 0– TMDS data 2/4 shield TMDS data 0+ N.C. TMDS data 0/5 shield N.C. N.C. DDC clock N.C.
  • Page 58: Dimensional Drawings

    Dimensional Drawings Unit: inch [mm] [1089] [780] Opening width (39 [991]) [400]...
  • Page 59: Menu Option Reference Chart

    Menu Option Reference Chart ■ INPUT1 WHITE BALANCE THRU COOL • • WARM USER MODE SELECT1 ENLARGE ENLARGE POS MULTI ZOOM MODE SELECT 2 OFF TIMER OSD H-POSITION OSD V-POSITION LANGUAGE ID NO SET ■ INPUT2 ADJUSTMENT MANUAL AUTO GAIN CONTROL MANUAL AUTO WHITE BALANCE...
  • Page 60 Menu Option Reference Chart MODE SELECT 2 ■ INPUT3/4 WHITE BALANCE MODE SELECT 2 OFF TIMER 0 to 23 OSD H-POSITION OSD V-POSITION LANGUAGE ID NO SET 0 to 255 CONTRAST 0 to 31 BLACK LEVEL 0 to 31 TINT 0 to 31 COLORS 0 to 31...

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