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USER MANUAL ENGLISH Thank you very much for choosing the iiyama LCD monitor. We recommend that you take a few minutes to read this comprehensive manual carefully before installing and switching on the monitor. Please keep this manual in a safe place for...
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IIYAMA CORPORATION: Wijkermeerstraat 8, 2131 HA Hoofddorp, The Netherlands Model No. : PL1780 We recommend recycling of used product. Please contact your dealer or iiyama service center. Recycle information is obtained via the Internet, using the address: http://www.iiyama.com You can access the Web page of different countries from there.
TABLE OF CONTENTS FOR YOUR SAFETY ................1 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS..............1 SPECIAL NOTES ON LCD MONITORS .........3 CUSTOMER SERVICE ..............3 CLEANING ..................3 BEFORE YOU OPERATE THE MONITOR ..........4 FEATURES..................4 CHECKING THE CONTENTS OF THE PACKAGE ......4 INSTALLATION ................5 FITTING AND REMOVAL OF BASE : ProLite B1780SD ....7 FITTING AND REMOVAL OF BASE : ProLite E1780SD ....8 CONTROLS AND CONNECTORS : ProLite B1780SD ....9 CONTROLS AND CONNECTORS : ProLite E1780SD ....10...
DO NOT PUT ANY OBJECT INTO THE MONITOR Do not put any solid objects or liquids such as water into the monitor. In case of an accident, unplug your monitor immediately and contact your dealer or iiyama service center. Using the monitor with any object inside may cause fire, electric shock or damage.
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CAUTION INSTALLATION LOCATION Do not install the monitor where sudden temperature changes may occur, or in humid, dusty or smoky areas as it may cause fire, electric shock or damage. You should also avoid areas where the sun shines directly on the monitor. DO NOT PLACE THE MONITOR IN A HAZARDOUS POSITION The monitor may topple and cause injury if not suitably located. Please also ensure that you do not place any heavy objects on the monitor, and that all cables are routed such that children may not pull the cables and possibly cause injury.
If you drop any materials or liquids such as water into the monitor when cleaning, WARNING unplug the power cable immediately and contact your dealer or iiyama service center. For safety reasons, turn off the power switch and unplug the monitor before you CAUTION clean it.
CHECKING THE CONTENTS OF THE PACKAGE The following accessories are included in your package. Check to see if they are enclosed with the monitor. If anything is missing or damaged, please contact your local iiyama dealer or regional iiyama office. Power Cable* DVI-D Cable...
INSTALLATION WARNING Before installation, make sure the wall, ceiling or desktop arm is strong enough to hold the necessary weight of the display and the mount. [WALL MOUNTING] WARNING When you use with the wall mounting, in consideration of thickness of the mounting stage, tighten the M4 Screw with washer which “L”...
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[ROTATING THE MONITOR] ● ProLite B1780SD The monitor is designed to be compatible with both landscape and portrait (clockwise) modes. Video card for portrait display will be required for rotating the image on the screen. Available Not Available Power Indicator Landscape Portrait Power Indicator With Stand: Adjust the monitor’s height before panel rotation. NOTE Attempting to rotate the panel forcibly without adjusting the stand height may cause damage to the panel or the stand.
FITTING AND REMOVAL OF BASE : ProLite B1780SD CAUTION Put the monitor on a stable surface. The monitor may cause injury or damage if it falls or is dropped. Do not give a strong impact to the monitor. It may cause damage. Unplug the monitor before removal or installation to avoid an electric shock or a damage.
FITTING AND REMOVAL OF BASE : ProLite E1780SD Put the monitor on a stable surface. The monitor may cause injury or damage if it CAUTION falls or is dropped. Do not give a strong impact to the monitor. It may cause damage. ...
CONTROLS AND CONNECTORS : ProLite B1780SD <Front> <Back> Power Switch ( ) Power Indicator NOTE Blue: Normal operation Orange: Power Management Select / Input Select Button ( ) * Scroll Up / Audio Adjust Button ( ) * Scroll Down / i-Style Color Button ( ) * Menu Button ( ) Speakers VGA Connector (VGA) DVI-D Connector (DVI) Audio Connector (AUDIO IN) Cable Hole AC Connector ( : Alternating current) (AC POWER IN) Keyhole for Security Lock NOTE You can fasten a security lock and cable to prevent the monitor from being removed without your permission.
CONTROLS AND CONNECTORS : ProLite E1780SD <Front> <Back> Power Switch ( ) Power Indicator NOTE Blue: Normal operation Orange: Power Management Select / Input Select Button ( ) * Scroll Up / Audio Adjust Button ( ) * Scroll Down / i-Style Color Button ( ) * Menu Button ( ) Speakers VGA Connector (VGA) DVI-D Connector (DVI) Audio Connector (AUDIO IN) Installation hole of Cable Holder AC Connector ( : Alternating current) (AC POWER IN) Keyhole for Security Lock NOTE You can fasten a security lock and cable to prevent the monitor from being removed without your permission.
An incorrect connection may cause serious damage to both the monitor and the computer. The cable supplied with the monitor is for a standard connector. If a special cable is required please contact your local iiyama dealer or regional iiyama office.
An incorrect connection may cause serious damage to both the monitor and the computer. The cable supplied with the monitor is for a standard connector. If a special cable is required please contact your local iiyama dealer or regional iiyama office.
COMPUTER SETTING Signal Timing Change to the desired signal timing listed on page 31: COMPLIANT TIMING. ADJUSTING THE HEIGHT AND THE VIEWING ANGLE : ProLite B1780SD For optimal viewing it is recommended to position yourself directly opposite to the full face of the monitor, then adjust the monitor’s height and angle to your own preference.
ADJUSTING THE VIEWING ANGLE : ProLite E1780SD For optimal viewing it is recommended to look at the full face of the monitor. Hold the stand so that the monitor does not topple when you change the monitor’s angle. ...
OPERATING THE MONITOR To create the best picture, your iiyama LCD monitor has been preset at the factory with the COMPLIANT TIMING shown on page 31. You are also able to adjust the picture by following the button operation shown below. For more detailed adjustments, see page 22 for SCREEN ADJUSTMENTS.
ADJUSTMENT MENU CONTENTS Auto Image Adjust Auto Image Adjust Only Analog Input Adjustment Item Problem / Option Button to Press Adjust H. / V. Position, Clock and Phase automatically. Auto Image Adjust * Direct * For best results, use the Auto Image Adjust in conjunction with the adjustment pattern. See page 22 for SCREEN ADJUSTMENTS.
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Input Select Direct Input Select Adjustment Item Problem / Option Button to Press Select the VGA input. Select the DVI input. Input Select Search for an available input source and select Auto automatically. Input source is fixed, not selected automatically when VGA and DVI which are selected. NOTE Direct You can skip the Menu items and directly display an option setting screen by using the following button operations.
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Color Adjust Color Adjust Adjustment Item Problem / Option Button to Press Cool Cool Normal Normal Warm Warm Too weak User Color Green Too strong Blue Return to a state set by color adjustment except i-Style Color. For general windows environment and monitor Standard default setting.
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Manual Image Adjust Manual Image Adjust Adjustment Item Problem / Option Button to Press Too left H. Position Too right H./V. Position * Too low V. Position Too high Too narrow Clock * Too wide Phase * To correct flickering text or lines 0 1 2 3 You can change the picture quality from 0 to 3 (soft to sharp).
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5 / 15 / 30 / 60 seconds The background of OSD is made transparent. OSD Background* Retune the background of OSD. iiyama Logo displayed when the monitor is turned on. Opening Logo* iiyama Logo does not display when the monitor is turned on.
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● Lock Mode <OSD Menu> 1. The OSD lock will be activated by pressing the front buttons for about 10 seconds. If you try to access the OSD by pressing any of the buttons , message "OSD Locked" will appear on the screen. 2.
If the screen has a flicker or blur, or the picture does not fit in the display area after performing the Auto Image Adjust, manual adjustments are required. Both adjustments should be made by using the screen adjustment pattern (Test.bmp) obtained via the IIYAMA web site (http:// www.iiyama.com). Adjust the image by following the procedure below to get the desired picture.
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Pressing and holding of the Button for about 2 seconds when the Menu is not displayed. (Auto Image Adjust) Adjust the image manually by following procedure below when the screen has a flicker or blur, or the picture does not fit in the display area after performing the Auto Image Adjust. Adjust the V.Position so that the top and bottom of the picture frame will fit to the display area.
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Adjust the Phase to correct horizontal wavy noise, flicker or blur in the zebra pattern. NOTE In case the strong flicker or blurs remain on a part of the screen, repeat steps because the Clock may not be adjusted correctly. Adjust the H.Position after the Phase adjustment if the horizontal position moves during the adjustment. Adjust the Brightness and Color to get the desired picture after you complete the Clock and Phase adjustments.
POWER MANAGEMENT FEATURE The power management feature of this product complies with power saving requirement of ENERGY STAR ® and VESA DPMS. When activated, it automatically reduces unnecessary power consumption of the monitor when your computer is not in use. To use the feature, the monitor needs to be connected to a VESA DPMS compliant computer.
MONITOR or if the problem persists. 3. If you are experiencing a problem which is not described below or you cannot correct the problem, discontinue using the monitor and contact your dealer or iiyama service center for further assistance. Problem...
A strange noise is The Audio Cable is properly connected. heard. RECYCLING INFORMATION For better environment protection please don't dispose your monitor. Please visit our web site: www.iiyama.com for monitor recycling. TROUBLE SHOOTING / RECYCLING INFORMATION 27...
APPENDIX Design and specifications are subject to change without prior notice. SPECIFICATIONS : ProLite B1780SD Size Category 17" Panel technology Size Diagonal: 17" (43cm) Pixel pitch 0.264mm H × 0.264mm V Brightness 250cd/m (Typical) Panel Contrast ratio 1000 : 1 (Typical), Adv. Contrast Function Available Viewable angle Right / Left : 85 degrees each, Up / Down : 80 degrees each (Typical) Response time 5ms (Typical) Display Colors Approx. 16.7M Analog: Horizontal: 24.0-80.0kHz, Vertical: 55-75Hz Sync Frequency Digital: Horizontal: 30.0-80.0kHz, Vertical: 55-75Hz Maximum Resolution...