AU Optronics PFSDM32 Series User Manual

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PFSDM32 Series

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Page 1 USER MANUAL PFSDM32 Series PFSDM43 Series PFSDM50 Series PFSDM55 Series V1.4...
Page 2: Table Of Contents
Table Of Contents SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ............4 Warnings ..................... 5 Power Management ................6 Recommended Use ................7 Declarations ..................8 WHAT’S IN THE BOX ............10 Package Contents ................10 MOVING THE DISPLAY ............11 Unpacking the Display ..............11 Carrying the Display ...............
Page 3 Using the Remote Control ............35 ON SCREEN DISPLAY (OSD) MENU ....... 36 Navigating the OSD Menu ............36 OSD Menu Overview ..............37 SETTING UP A SCHEDULE ..........42 MAINTENANCE ..............43 Reducing Image Burn-in ..............43 TROUBLESHOOTING ............45 APPENDIX A: COMMANDS LIST ........
Page 4: Safety Instructions
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Please carefully read through and keep the following instructions for future reference before using the display.  Please follow the display’s user manual’s instructions.  Make sure to check that the local power supply complies with the display’s power requirements ...
Page 5: Warnings
Warnings This symbol warns user that uninsulated voltage within the unit may have sufficient magnitude to cause electric shock. Therefore, it is dangerous to make any kind of contact with any part inside this unit. This symbol alerts the user that important literature concerning the operation and maintenance of this unit has been included.
Page 6: Power Management
NOTE: For safety information in French refer to APPENDICE D: PROTECTION FROM OVERHEATING  Protection from Overheating When the display is close to overheating a warning code will show up at the top-right corner of the screen and the display will automatically behave in the following way: Warning Code Displayed on Screen 32"...
Page 7: Recommended Use
NOTE:  When SDM/DP Power and Schedule are set to Off the display will meet the ® ENERGY STAR energy efficiency requirements.  When Power Saving is set to On the display will meet the ENERGY STAR energy efficiency requirements. ...
Page 8: Declarations
Declarations FCC Declaration of Conformity 47 CFR § 2.1077 Compliance Information Name of Responsible Party: AU Optronics Corp. America Address of Responsible Party: 37085 Grand River Ave. Farmington, MI 48335 U. S. A.
Page 9 FCC Information 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 instructions manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
Page 10: What's In The Box
WHAT’S IN THE BOX Package Contents Check your product box for the following items. If there are any missing accessories, contact the local dealer where you purchased your display. The illustrations in this manual may differ from the actual product and items. Display Remote Control and AAA Batteries...
Page 11: Moving The Display
MOVING THE DISPLAY Unpacking the Display Before unpacking the display, prepare a flat and stable surface near a wall outlet. Set the product box in an upright position according to the arrow markings on the outside of the product box. FOR 43”/50”/55”...
Page 12 Pinch the four clip locks to the unlock position and pull to remove. Remove the upper case from the top of the box. Remove the EPE foam packaging cushion. Pull down the anti-static bag around the display. | « MOVING THE DISPLAY »...
Page 13 Remove the display from the bottom case. FOR 32” MODELS Open the product box from the top of the box. Remove the accessories from the top of the EPE foam packaging cushion. Remove the EPE foam packaging cushion. « MOVING THE DISPLAY » |...
Page 14 Remove the display with the anti-static bag from the box. Remove the display from the anti-static bag. | « MOVING THE DISPLAY »...
Page 15: Carrying The Display
Carrying the Display When carrying the display, always carry it using both hands and with the LCD panel facing forward. DO NOT carry the display while putting pressure on the screen at the front of the chassis. CAUTION: Avoid applying force or using sharp objects on the screen or the frame around the screen at all times.
Page 16: Mounting The Display
MOUNTING THE DISPLAY Adjusting Directions To avoid injuries, follow the installation instructions to safely install the display onto a wall. It is recommended to allow a certified installation company to conduct the wall mounting operation. CAUTION: Dropping the display may cause injuries to people around it. NOTE: A wall mount may be purchased separately for easier installation.
Page 17: Wall Mount Specifications
Wall Mount Specifications MOUNTING LOCATION It is important to install the display in a location that allows adequate ventilation around the display, so that heat can properly dissipate away from the display and its mounting accessories. If installing the display onto a ceiling or wall with a mounting bracket, then the ceiling and wall must be strong enough to support the display and its mounting accessories.
Page 18 MOUNTING EQUIPMENT CAUTION: This display cannot be used or installed without a support stand or a mounting support accessory. The display is designed for use with the VESA mounting system. When using mounting accessories other than those that are approved by the dealer, they must comply with the VESA compatible (FDMlv1) mounting method.
Page 19 32” 43” 50” « MOUNTING THE DISPLAY » |...
Page 20: Flat Wall Installation
55” Make sure there is no gap between the display and the bracket. To ensure safe installation, use two or more brackets to mount the display. Mount the display to at least two points on the installation location. NOTE:  Be careful to avoid tipping the display over when attaching accessories.
Page 21: Setting Up The Display
SETTING UP THE DISPLAY Main Components The following images and tables show the location of the connectors and other components. 32” 43”/55” « SETTING UP THE DISPLAY » |...
Page 22 Item Description Air Vents Disperses heat from the display. Control Buttons See “Control Buttons” on page 25 for detailed information. AC SWITCH Switches the main power on/off. AC IN Connects with the supplied power cord. RS232 Connects with the serial IO connector of another device. Connects with the digital video output of a computer and other devices.
Page 23 50” Item Description Control Buttons See “Control Buttons” on page 25 for detailed information. Air Vents Disperses heat from the display. AC SWITCH Switches the main power on/off. AC IN Connects with the supplied power cord. RS232 Connects with the serial IO connector of another device. Connects with the digital video output of a computer and other devices.
Page 24 Item Description IR IN Connects with an external IR sensor module. NOTE: From the tip to the terminal the plug sections are defined as IR / VCC / Ground. DP (DisplayPort) Connects with devices transmitting audio/video using the DisplayPort interface. NOTE: The DisplayPort input function will be disabled if a Smart Display Module (SDM) is installed in the display.
Page 25: Control Buttons
Control Buttons The following image and table identifies the functions of the control buttons. You can also control the display via the remote control. See “THE REMOTE CONTROL” on page 33. 32” 43”/55” 50” « SETTING UP THE DISPLAY » |...
Page 26 Item Description POWER Turns the power on/off. NOTE: This button does not work when the power switch is off. MENU  Displays the On Screen Display (OSD) menu.  Selects an item in the OSD menu. DOWN Moves the selection in the OSD menu left/down. Moves the selection in the OSD menu right/up.
Page 27: Connecting The Power Cable
Connecting the Power Cable Connect the power cord to the display. Fully insert the plug into the power outlet socket. CAUTION: Loose connections may cause noise. Do not plug and unplug the power cord repeatedly in a short period of time. NOTE: The supplied power cord varies depending on the country where you purchased this apparatus.
Page 28: Connecting The Display
CONNECTING THE DISPLAY NOTE: Before making connections, make sure that the power for all the connected equipment is off. Using the DisplayPort Connect a DisplayPort cable to the DisplayPort output port on a computer or A/V device. Connect the DisplayPort cable to the DisplayPort input port on the display. Press the [SOURCE] button of the remote control to select the video input source (SDM/DP).
Page 29: Using The Hdmi Port
Using the HDMI Port Connect an HDMI cable to the HDMI output port on a computer or A/V device. Connect the HDMI cable to the HDMI input port on the display. Press the [SOURCE] button of the remote control to select the video input source (HDMI). Once selected, the audio input setting will automatically switch to the correct audio source for the video connection.
Page 30: Using The Dvi Port
Using the DVI Port Connect a DVI cable to the DVI output port on a computer or A/V device. Connect the DVI cable to the DVI input port on the display. Use an audio cable to connect the audio output jack on the computer or A/V device to the AUDIO IN jack on the display.
Page 31: Using The Vga Port
Using the VGA Port Connect a D-SUB cable to the VGA output port on a computer or A/V device. Connect the D-SUB cable to the VGA input port on the display. Use an audio cable to connect the audio output jack on the computer or A/V device to the AUDIO IN jack on the display.
Page 32: Using The Rs232 Port
Using the RS232 Port Connect a RS232 cable to the RS232 output port on a computer. Connect the RS232 cable to the RS232 input port on the display. Enter commands on the computer based on the commands list included in the “COMMANDS LIST”...
Page 33: The Remote Control
THE REMOTE CONTROL Remote Control Overview The remote control is the primary way to access and control the display. The following table identifies the functions of the remote control buttons. Item Description POWER Switches the power on/off. When the power indicator is not lit, no controls will work.
Page 34: Setting Up The Ir Sensor
Setting Up the IR Sensor The display’s remote control sensor is the retractable box located on the bottom-left side of the rear of the display. Before using the remote control, the IR & Light sensor must be pulled out to a fully extended position.
Page 35: Using The Remote Control
Using the Remote Control INSTALLING THE REMOTE CONTROL BATTERIES The remote control is powered by two 1.5V AAA batteries. To install or replace batteries: Unlock the cover and pull it up as indicated by the arrow. Put in the batteries following the polarity orientation (+) (-) indicated inside the case. Replace the cover.
Page 36: On Screen Display (Osd) Menu
ON SCREEN DISPLAY (OSD) MENU This LCD display is equipped with an OSD (On Screen Display) menu for easy adjustment of the display’s settings. Luminance Brightness Contrast Anti-Burn-in Navigating the OSD Menu The OSD menu can be accessed by using the remote control. Press the [MENU] button to display the OSD menu.
Page 37: Osd Menu Overview
OSD Menu Overview The following sections list the initial OSD functions in the main menu screen. For more detailed options, check the on-screen menu provided by the display. LUMINANCE (Adjusts the display’s brightness settings) Luminance Brightness Brightness Contrast Anti-Burn-in Item Description Brightness Adjusts the brightness of the display (0...
Page 38 PICTURE (VGA/D-SUB Mode only) (Adjusts the display’s image settings) Picture Phase Phase Clock H. Position V. Position Item Description Phase Adjusts the frequency phase of the display (0 100) Clock Adjusts the pixel clock (or dot clock) setting of the display 100) H Position Adjusts the picture along the horizontal axis (0...
Page 39 COLOR (Adjusts the display’s color settings) Color Color Temperature Color Temperature Green Blue Item Description Color Adjusts the color temperature of the display (6500k / 9300k / 11500k / Temperature sRGB / User Define) Adjusts the red value of the display (0 100) (Only available for User Define mode) Green...
Page 40 OSD SETTINGS (Adjusts the OSD Menu parameters) OSD Settings Horizontal Horizontal Vertical OSD Time Out OSD Rotation Item Description Horizontal Moves the position of the OSD Menu horizontally (0 100) Vertical Moves the position of the OSD Menu vertically (0 100) OSD Time Out Changes the OSD Menu timer settings (5...
Page 41 SETUP (Adjusts the display’s parameters) Item Description Language Chooses the OSD Menu language from the following options: English, French, German, Spanish, Traditional Chinese, Simplified Chinese, and Japanese Input Selects the input signal for the display (D-SUB / DVI / HDMI / SDM/DP) Display Size Adjusts the aspect ratio of the display (Full Screen / Auto / 4:3) Reset...
Page 42: Setting Up A Schedule
SETTING UP A SCHEDULE The schedule function allows you to set a schedule for the display to automatically power on and power off. Using the remote control, follow the instructions below to enable the function and set a schedule: NOTE: The schedule function is disabled by default. Press the [MENU] button to display the OSD menu.
Page 43: Maintenance
MAINTENANCE Reducing Image Burn-in When a static image is displayed on the screen for a long uninterrupted period of time, image burn-in might occur causing the image quality of the display to be degraded. To reduce burn-in damage to the screen, it is recommended that you either enable the screen saver function, or turn off the display when it is not in use for a long period of time.
Page 44 Press the [] button and set the frequency of the screen saver. You may either select the day(s) of the week on which you want to execute the screen saver, or select All to execute the screen saver every day of the week. Press the [EXIT] button twice to exit the OSD menu.
Page 45: Troubleshooting
TROUBLESHOOTING If there is no response from the display (no screen): Check if the power cord is properly connected to the display. Check if the AC switch is turned on. Check if the signal source device is properly connected to the display. Check if the SDM (if any) is properly installed in the display.
Page 46: Appendix A: Commands List
APPENDIX A: COMMANDS LIST Addr. Name Default Description 0: power off Power Status 1: power on Volume 0-100: audio volume 0: mute off MUTE 1: mute on 0: VGA 2: DVI Video Source 4: HDMI 11: DP 16: SDM (with SDM model) Contrast Ratio 0-100: contrast ratio Brightness...
Page 47 Addr. Name Default Description 0: Sunday 1: Monday 2: Tuesday [RTC] Current Weekday 3: Wednesday 4: Thursday 5: Friday 6: Saturday [RTC] Current Hour 0-23 [RTC] Current Minute 0-59 [RTC] Turn Off Hour 0-23 [RTC] Turn Off Minute 0-59 [RTC] Turn On Hour 0-23 [RTC] Turn On Minute 0-59...
Page 48: Appendix B: Supported Timing
APPENDIX B: SUPPORTED TIMING Supported Timing 640x480@60 800x600@60 1024x768@60 D-SUB 1280x768@60 1280x1024@60 1920x1080@60 640x480@60 800x600@60 1024x768@60 1280x768@60 1280x1024@60 1920x1080@60 640x480@60 800x600@60 1024x768@60 HDMI (PC Timing) 1280x768@60 1280x1024@60 1920x1080@60 640x480@60 720x480p@60 1440x480p@60 HDMI (Video Timing) 2880x480p@60 1280x720p@60 1920x1080@60 640x480@60 800x600@60 1024x768@60 DP (PC Timing) 1280x768@60 1280x1024@60...
Page 49: Appendix C: Specifications
APPENDIX C: SPECIFICATIONS LCD Module 32” 43” 50” 55” Screen size 32” 43” 50” 55” 698.4(H) x 392.9(V) 940.896(H) x 1095.8(H) x 616.4(V) 1209.6 (H)x 680.4(V) Active Area (H x V) 529.254(V) mm FHD 1920 x 1080 FHD 1920 x 1080 FHD 1920 x 1080 FHD 1920 x 1080 Resolution...
Page 50 Dimensions 32” 43” 50” 55” Width 725.8mm 971.5mm 1132.6mm 1242.4mm Height 420.3mm 567.6mm 655.78mm 722mm Depth 57.9mm 53mm 69.9mm 53mm Mass (Weight) 32” 43” 50” 55” 8.8kg 10.0kg 14.0kg 17.0kg Gross 10.2kg 13.5kg 20.5kg 23.0kg Environmental Condition 32”/43”/50”/55” Temp: 0°C - 40°C Operating Environment Humidity: 10 - 80% Temp -20°C - 60°C...
Page 51: Appendice D: Protection From Overheating
APPENDICE D: PROTECTION FROM OVERHEATING  Protection from Overheating When the display is close to overheating a warning code will show up at the top-right corner of the screen and the display will automatically behave in the following way: Warning Code Displayed on Screen 32"...
Page 52: Appendix E: Safety Information
APPENDIX E: SAFETY INFORMATION Consignes de sécurité Veuillez lire attentivement et conserver les instructions suivantes pour référence ultérieure avant d'utiliser l'affichage.  Veuillez suivre les instructions du manuel d'utilisation de l'affichage.  Assurez-vous que l'alimentation électrique locale est conforme aux exigences d'alimentation de l'affichage. ...
Page 53: Avertissements
Avertissements Ce symbole avertit l'utilisateur que la tension non isolée à l'intérieur de l'appareil peut être suffisamment importante pour provoquer un choc électrique. Par conséquent, tout contact avec les éléments se trouvant à l'intérieur de cet appareil peut être dangereux. Ce symbole avertit l'utilisateur que des informations importantes concernant le fonctionnement et l'entretien de l'appareil ont été...
Page 54: Appendice F: Montage De L'affichage
APPENDICE F: MONTAGE DE L'AFFICHAGE Réglage des directions Pour éviter les blessures, suivez les instructions d'installation pour installer l'affichage sur un mur en toute sécurité. Il est recommandé de faire appel à une entreprise d'installation certifiée pour effectuer le montage mural.
Page 55: Spécifications De Montage Mural
Spécifications de montage mural EMPLACEMENT DE MONTAGE Il est important d'installer l'affichage dans un endroit offrant une ventilation adéquate autour de l'affichage, afin que la chaleur de l'affichage et de ses accessoires de montage puisse être dissipée correctement. Si l'affichage est installé sur un plafond ou un mur avec un support de montage, le plafond et le mur doivent être suffisamment solides pour supporter l'affichage et ses accessoires de montage.
Page 56 EQUIPEMENT DE MONTAGE ATTENTION : Cet affichage ne peut pas être utilisé ou installé sans socle ou accessoire de support de montage. L'affichage est conçu pour être utilisé avec le système de montage VESA. Lorsque vous utilisez des accessoires de montage autres que ceux approuvés par le revendeur, ils doivent être conformes à la méthode de montage compatible VESA (FDMlv1).
Page 57 32” 43” 50” « APPENDICE F: MONTAGE DE L'AFFICHAGE » |...
Page 58: Installation Sur Mur Plat
55” Assurez-vous qu'il n'y a pas d'espace entre l'affichage et le support. Pour garantir une installation en toute sécurité, utilisez deux supports ou plus pour monter l'affichage. Montez l'affichage sur au moins deux points de l'emplacement d'installation. REMARQUE :  Veillez à...

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