TABLE OF CONTENTS Monitor User’s Guide ..............3 Packing List ................3 Safety Information ..............3 LCD Monitor Features ..............5 Monitor Features ...................5 Setup Instructions ..............6 Monitor Base ..................6 Power Cord and Power Adapter ............6 Video Cable ...................8 Adjusting the Viewing Angle .............
PACKING LIST Before setting up and using your monitor, examine the items in the monitor package. If anything is missing or damaged, please contact MicronPC immediately. Look for the following items: • 15” LCD Monitor •...
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• The monitor must only be connected to the AC power source as indicated on the label. If you are unsure of the type of AC power available, ask your local power company. Only connect this monitor to a power outlet that matches the power requirements of this monitor. •...
• The life of the internal fluorescent backlights used in the LCD monitor is approximately 10,000 hours. Contact MicronPC technical support or an authorized dealer for a replacement when the screen is dark, flickering, or not lighting up. Never attempt to replace the light yourself. Refer...
SETUP INSTRUCTIONS The following sections provide information about attaching the swivel base to your monitor and using the power cord and video cable. Monitor Base To install the monitor base, put the monitor in the base until it snaps into place.
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To connect the power cord to your monitor and a power source, follow the steps below: Caution: If the AC outlet is not grounded (with three holes), install the proper grounding adapter (not supplied). Plug the power cord into the supplied external power adapter brick. Plug the small end of the power adapter cord (DC Plug) into your monitor’s power input socket (DC Jack).
Video Cable The monitor comes with the video cable connection built into the monitor. To connect the video cable to your computer’s video port, complete the following steps: Caution: Do not bend the signal cable excessively, or you might break the wires inside the cable. Plug the video cable's 15-pin connector (see Figure 2 on page 7) into the computer's video port, taking care not to bend any pins on the connector.
Warning: Be careful not to pinch your fingers when adjusting the monitor’s angle. OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS The following sections provide information about operating and adjusting your monitor. General Instructions To turn on the monitor, do the following: Check that the power supply is connected to the monitor and a power outlet or socket.
Front Panel Controls The power button is located on the front panel of the monitor. The buttons to the left of the power button are for adjusting the monitor’s picture. See Figure 4 and Table 1 on page 10 for the layout and names of the control buttons.
Table 1: Control Buttons Descriptions (Continued) Feature Description Power Indicator Power Indicator: Green = power on mode (normal operation) Orange = low power mode (low power consumption; no picture) Power Button Press this button to turn the monitor on and off. Accessing the Adjustment Controls The following list explains how to access and use the adjustment controls appearing in the On Screen Display (OSD) Main Menu:...
Note: If you do not make any OSD menu adjustments or selections for more than 10 seconds, the current setup will be saved, and the OSD will disappear automatically. Adjusting the Picture The table below describes the functional control icons that appear on the OSD menu.
If you do not have Internet access, you may also call MicronPC Technical Support at (800) 877-8856 to request the files be sent to you. WARRANTY INFORMATION In the unlikely event that you have a failure with your MicronPC monitor, you can contact MicronPC Technical Support at http://www.micronpc.com/support/index.html.
FEATURES Energy Star Standards This monitor may appear to be non-functional if there is no video input signal. For this monitor to operate properly, there must be a video input signal. This monitor meets power management standards as set by the Video Electronics Standards Association (VESA) and/or the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the Swedish Confederation Employees ( NUTEK ).
If the following information does not successfully solve your issue, please visit the MicronPC Technical Support Site at http://www.micronpc.com/support/index.html. If you do not have Internet access, you may also call MicronPC Technical Support at (800) 877-8856. Table 3: Troubleshooting Monitor Issues...
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Table 3: Troubleshooting Monitor Issues (Continued) Issue Solution • The picture has color Adjust the RGB color or select a color defects (white does temperature. not look white). • The power LED is on Maker sure the computer’s video card is (orange), but there is completely seated in the slot.
APPENDIX B — VESA MOUNTING Attaching an Optional Wall-Mounting Arm This monitor can be attached to a wall-mounting arm, which you purchase separately. This monitor has a 75 mm x 75 mm VESA compliant mounting pad. Use a wall-mounting arm with this configuration only. Caution: Be careful when installing the wall-mounting arm.
Installing a Wall-Mounting Arm To install the wall-mounting arm, complete the following steps: Place the wall mounting arm onto the back of the monitor. Line up the holes of the arm with the holes in the back of the monitor. (See Figure 7.) Figure 7: Installing a Wall-Mounting Arm Insert the four screws into the holes and tighten (see Figure 7).
APPENDIX D — ACCEPTABLE LCD DEFECTS Table 5: Acceptable LCD Panel Defects • Bright Dot Failures Maximum five red, green or blue bright dots (sub-pixels) (Always On) • Bright dots are tested Maximum three green dots with full screen black •...
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Table 6: Monitor Specifications (Continued) • Scan Range H-Frequency: 30 kHz to 60 kHz • V-Frequency: 55 Hz to 75 Hz • Dot Clock 80 MHz • Recommended Minimum: 640 x 480 @ 60 Hz Viewing Resolutions • Nominal: 1024 x 768 @ 60 Hz •...
APPENDIX H — FCC NOTICE FCC Class B Radio Frequency Interference Statement WARNING: (FOR FCC CERTIFIED MODELS) This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
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