Table of Contents Table of Contents Safety warnings and precautions......5 Important safety instructions ....... 7 Notes on the LCD panel of this display......7 Safety notice for remote control ........8 Battery safety notice ............ 8 Package contents ..........10 Optional accessory ............
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Table of Contents Specifications ............. 39 Dimensions ..............40 Supported input signal resolution....... 42 Supported PAP input signal combination ....44 Troubleshooting ..........45...
Safety warnings and precautions Safety warnings and precautions THIS EQUIPMENT MUST BE GROUNDED To ensure safe operation, the three- pin plug must be inserted only into a standard three-pin power outlet which is effectively grounded through normal household wiring. The lightning flash with arrowhead Extension cords used with the symbol, within an equilateral triangle, equipment must have three cores...
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Safety warnings and precautions • To prevent personal injuries, mounting the display or installing desktop stands is required before use.
Important safety instructions Important safety instructions 1. Read these instructions. 2. Keep these instructions. 3. Heed all warnings. 4. Follow all instructions. 5. Do not use this apparatus near water. 6. Clean only with dry cloth. 7. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions.
Important safety instructions or green) or unlit. This is a technical limitation of the LCD technology and is not a defect. • LCD screens, like plasma (PDP) and conventional CRT (Cathode Ray Tube) screens, are also susceptible to 'screen burn-in' or 'image retention' which can be found on the screen as visible fixed lines and shades.
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Important safety instructions • There may be local restrictions on the disposal or recycling of batteries. Consult your local regulations or waste disposal provider.
• Do not leave plastic bags within reach of young children or babies. Optional accessory In addition to the items that come with the standard package, the following optional accessory is also available separately: STD-02 (Stand for HX-32) STD-03 (Stand for HX-42) Desktop stand...
Setting up the display Setting up the display Mounting the display You can install the display on a vertical surface with a suitable wall mounting bracket or on a horizontal surface with the optional desktop stands. Please pay attention to the following notes during installation: •...
Make sure that the size of the cloth is larger than the display. 2. Gently lay the display on the cloth with the LCD screen facing down. 3. Place the desktop stands on the (HX-32) display as illustrated. 4. Use the screws and a suitable screwdriver to secure the stands on the display.
Parts of the display and their functions Parts of the display and their functions Front/Rear panel Name Description • Receives command signals from the remote control. Remote control sensor • Detects ambient lighting conditions around the display / Ambient light sensor / and adjusts screen brightness automatically when the Power indicator Ambient Light Sensor function is activated.
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Parts of the display and their functions Power indicator Indicates the power status of the display: - Lights up green when the power is turned on. - Lights up red when the display is turned off. - Lights up red when the display is in Power Save High mode.
Parts of the display and their functions Input/output terminals RS-232C-OUT RS-232C-IN 10 11 12 Name Description RJ-45 Connects to the RJ-45 port on your Ethernet or router. RS232C IN/OUT For external control and multi-display operation. • RS232C IN: receives control signals from a computer or another display.
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Parts of the display and their functions AUDIO IN Receives audio signals from an external device (such as a (AUDIO1) computer). AUDIO IN Receives audio signals from an external device (such as a (AUDIO2) VCR or DVD player). AUDIO OUT (R/L) Outputs audio signals to an external device.
Parts of the display and their functions Remote control INFO Shows the current input source and resolution. Numeric buttons (1-9) /Input source buttons • Performs as numeric buttons when the OSD menu is on. • Performs as input source buttons when the OSD menu is off.
Parts of the display and their functions Using the remote control Installing remote control batteries 1. Open the remote control battery compartment cover. 2. Insert the supplied batteries ensuring that the positive and negative marked battery terminals match the (+) and (-) marks in the battery compartment.
Connection Connection Connecting audio/video signals Pay attention to the following notes when you connect cables: • Please turn off all devices. • Familiarize yourself with the audio/video ports on the display and the devices you want to use. Be aware that incorrect connections may adversely affect picture quality.
Connection Connecting the digital input 1. Connect the DVI-IN/DISPLAY PORT/HDMI-1/HDMI-2/SDI jack on the display to the DVI-D/DisplayPort/HDMI output jack on a computer or equipment using a DVI-D/DisplayPort/HDMI/SDI or a DVI-D to HDMI conversion cable. 2. If needed, connect the computer’s audio output jack to the AUDIO IN (AUDIO1) jack on the display using a suitable audio cable.
Connection Connecting the YPbPr component video input 1. Connect the VIDEO IN (YPbPr) jacks on the display to the component output jacks on an A/V device (such as a VCR or DVD player) using a component video cable. 2. Connect the DVD player’s audio output jacks to the AUDIO IN (AUDIO2) jacks on the display using a suitable audio cable.
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Connection Connecting the AV and S-Video inputs 1. Connect the VIDEO IN (S-VIDEO) or AV IN jack on the display to the output jack on an A/V device (such as a VCR) using an appropriate video cable. 2. Connect the VCR’s audio output jacks to the AUDIO IN jacks on the display using a suitable audio cable.
Connection Connecting external speakers The built-in amplifier on the display allows you to output audio signals through external speakers. Connect external speakers to the SPEAKERS (R/L) jacks on the display. RS-232C-OUT RS-232C-IN External speakers You can use the remote control or the control panel on the display to adjust the volume.
Connection Connecting multiple displays You can connect multiple displays serially (daisy chain) to a computer for management. The number of displays you can connect serially depends on the resolution of the input signal you use. Additional display RS-232C-OUT RS-232C-IN RS-232C D-Sub (15- cable cable...
Connection Connecting power 1. Plug one end of the power cord into the AC IN jack on the display and the other end into an appropriate power outlet (if the outlet is switched, turn on the switch). 2. Press the power switch to turn on the main power. •...
Basic operations Basic operations Turning the display on or off To turn on or off the display, press the power button on the display’s control panel or on the remote control. • The display’s standby mode still consumes power. To completely cut off power supply, disconnect the power cord from the power outlet.
Network connection Network connection Connecting to a LAN To set the display to connect to a local area network: 1. Connect a RJ45 cable to the corresponding ports on the display and your LAN switch or router. 2. Enter the OSD menu Setting > Control Setting. Select LAN. 3.
The OSD (On-Screen Display) menu The OSD (On-Screen Display) menu OSD menu overview Menu name Options/functions page • Picture Mode • Backlight • Contrast • Brightness • Chroma Picture • Phase • Sharpness • Color Temp. • Noise Reduction • Film Mode •...
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The OSD (On-Screen Display) menu • Language • Schedule • Power Save • Control Setting • Network Settings Setting • Set Monitor ID • HDMI Control • Advanced • Information • All Reset Some options are only available when a certain input signal source is selected.
The OSD (On-Screen Display) menu Operations in the OSD menu Using the control panel buttons Using the remote control 1. Press MENU to open the OSD 1. Press MENU to open the OSD menu. menu. ENTER VIDEO SOURCE 2. In the OSD menu, press or to 2.
The OSD (On-Screen Display) menu Picture menu Picture Picture Mode Standard Backlight Contrast Brightness Chroma Phase Sharpness Color Temp. Cool Noise Reduction Film Mode Auto Reset :Move :Exit :Enter EXIT ENTER Name Description Picture Mode Sets the display mode. Backlight Adjusts the backlight intensity for the screen.
The OSD (On-Screen Display) menu Sound menu Sound Sound Mode Standard Treble Bass Balance Center Surround Speaker Internal Audio Source Audio-in Reset :Move :Exit :Enter EXIT ENTER Name Description Sound Mode Adjusts the sound output from the speakers. Dynamic: Enhances treble and bass. Standard: Flat settings.
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The OSD (On-Screen Display) menu Screen menu Screen PAP Setting Display Wall Aspect Full Adjust Screen Freeze :Move :Exit :Enter EXIT ENTER Name Description PAP Setting • PAP: Turns on or off the PIP (Picture in Picture) and PBP (Picture by Picture) functions.
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The OSD (On-Screen Display) menu Aspect Sets the picture’s aspect ratio. • Wide Zoom: Enlarges to fill screen with minimum distortion. • Zoom: Enlarges the picture, keeping the same aspect ratio. • Full: Enlarges the picture horizontally to fill the screen when the picture source is 4:3 (Standard definition).
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The OSD (On-Screen Display) menu Aspect For PC signal input (continued) Real Full 1 Full 2 Adjust Screen • Auto Adjustment: Sets whether to optimize image display for each VGA input. • Phase: Adjusts the phase of the VGA input image. •...
The OSD (On-Screen Display) menu Setting menu Setting Language English Schedule Power Save High Control Setting RS-232C Network Settings Set Monitor ID HDMI Control Advanced Information All Reset :Move :Exit :Enter EXIT ENTER Name Description Language Sets your preferred language for the OSD menu. Schedule •...
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The OSD (On-Screen Display) menu Control • RS-232C/LAN: Sets a terminal to control the display. Setting • IR Passthrough: Select it when multiple displays are connected via RS-232C cables. - Primary: Designate the display as the primary unit for remote control operation.
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The OSD (On-Screen Display) menu Advanced • Auto Search: Automatically detects available input sources. • Auto Adjustment: Automatically optimizes image display for the VGA input. • Overscan: Turns the overscan function on or off. • RGB Signal: Sets the type of signal for a piece of video equipment or PC connected to the HDMI of the display •...
Product information Product information Specifications Specifications Item HX-32 HX-42 Active area (H x V mm) 698.4 x 392.85 927.94 x 521.96 Pixel pitch (mm) 0.3637 x 0.3637 0.4833 x 0.4833 Native resolution 1920 x 1080 (pixels) Brightness (cd/m LCD panel...
Product information Supported input signal resolution Input source Resolution Display S-Video YPbPr VGA HDMI Port 640 x 480 @ 60Hz 640 x 480 @ 72Hz 640 x 480 @ 75Hz 720 x 400 @ 70Hz 800 x 600 @ 60Hz 800 x 600 @ 75Hz 1024 x 768 @ 60Hz 1024 x 768 @ 75Hz...
Product information Supported PAP input signal combination Main/Left picture signal source Display S-Video YPbPr HDMI Port S-Video YPbPr Sub/ Right picture signal HDMI source Display Port...
Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Problem Solution No picture Check the following: • Is the display turned on? Check the power indicator of the display. • Is the signal source device turned on? Turn on the device and try again. • Are there any loose cable connections? Make sure that all cables are connected firmly.
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Troubleshooting The remote control • Have you locked the remote control function? Unlock does not work the function and try again. • Check for incorrect battery orientation. • Check for dead batteries. • Check your distance and angle from the display. •...
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