Instruction/ maintenance manual of the product PX2491W Planar
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M ake sure to read the Important Precautions before using the product. Keep the User's Guide(CD) in an accessible place for future reference. S ee the label attached on the product and give the information to Planar's customer service representative should you require assistance.
1 This unit has been engineered and manufactured to ensure your personal safety, however improper use may result in potential electrical shock or fire hazards. In order to allow the proper operation of all safeguards incorporated in this display, observe the following basic rules for its installation, use, and servicing.
2 Important Precautions On Installation Do not allow anything to rest upon or roll over the power cord, and do not place the display where the power cord is subject to damage. Do not use this display near water such as near a bathtub, washbowl, kitchen sink, laundry tub, in a wet basement, or near a swimming pool.
Important Precautions 3 On Cleaning Unplug the display before cleaning the face of the display screen. Use a slightly damp (not wet) cloth. Do not use an aerosol directly on the display screen because over-spraying may cause electrical shock. When cleaning the product, unplug the power cord and scrub gently with a soft cloth to prevent scratching.
4 Accessories !!! Thank you for selecting Planar products !!! Please make sure the following items are included with your monitor . If any items are missing, contact your reseller .
5 Connecting the Display Before setting up the monitor , ensure that the power to the monitor , the computer system, and other attached devices are turned off. Connecting the stand base or Removing the stand base 1 . Place the monitor with its front facing downward on a cushion or soft cloth.
6 Connecting the Display IMPORTANT This illustration depicts the general model of connection. Your monitor may differ from the items shown in the picture. Do not carry the product upside down holding only the stand base. The product may fall and get damaged or injure your foot.
7 Connecting the Display Swivel Range : 350 ˚ 350 Height Range : maximum 100.0 mm (3.94 inch) * Please be sure to remove the Locking pin to adjust the height. 100.0 mm ERGONOMIC I t is recommended that in order to maintain an ergonomic and comfortable viewing position, the forward tilt angle of the monitor should not exceed 5 degrees.
8 Connecting the Display -The pivot function allows you to rotate the screen 90 degrees clockwise. 1 . Lift the monitor to its highest height to utilize the Pivot function.
* HDMI is optimized for AV equipment. * HDMI is not for PC use. Connecting the Display 9 A B Connect DVI-I Cable Connect DVI-D Cable Connect HDMI Cable 1. Before setting up the monitor, ensure that the power to the monitor, the computer system, and other attached devices is turned off.
10 Connecting the Display NOTE ‘ Self Image Setting Function’? This function provides the user with optimal display settings.When the user connects the monitor for the first time, this function automatically adjusts the display to optimal settings for individual input signals.
11 Connecting the Display T o arrange the cables Connect the power cord and the signal cable as shown in the figure and then fix them to the cable holders 1 and 2. 1. Please insert the cable holder1 into the hole. 2. Please put the power cord and the signal cable in the cable holder 1.
12 Connecting the Display Using T rue Color Finder Program Requirements • Windows 2000(Service Pack 4 or higher), XP(Service Pack 2 or higher), Vista, Windows 7 • Macintosh OS X(10.0 to 10.5) 1. After installing the monitor hood, insert the CD provided.
13 Connecting the Display Connecting the Calibrator(Spyder3) (optinal accessory) 1. Connect the Calibrator(Spyder3) to the monitor as shown below. Tilt the monitor to maximum of 16 ° to the rear to use the Calibrator (Spyder3). AUDIO OUT 1 2 AUDIO OUT 1 2 1 2 NOTE Do not put excessive pressure on the monitor hood when fitting.
14 Connecting the Display Connecting the USB(Universal Serial Bus) Cable 1. You can use the USB port at the back of the monitor to connect peripherals (USB mouse, USB keyboard, etc.) to the monitor, not to the computer. 2. The monitor ’ s USB terminal supports USB 2.
15 Control Panel Functions Front Panel Controls MENU Button Use this button to enter or exit the On Screen Display. OSD LOCKED/UNLOCKED This function allows you to lock the current control settings, so that they cannot be inadvertently changed. Press and hold the MENU button for several seconds.
16 Control Panel Functions Use this button to enter a selection in the On Screen Display. AUTO/SET Button AUTO IMAGE ADJUSTMENT When adjusting your display settings, always press the AUTO/SET button before entering the On Screen Display(OSD).
17 On Screen Display (OSD) Control Adjustment Screen Adjustment Making adjustments to the image size, position and operating parameters of the display is quick and easy with the On Screen Display Control system. A short example is given below to familiarize you with the use of the controls.
18 On Screen Display(OSD) Selection and Adjustment The following table indicates all the On Screen Display control, adjustment, and setting menus. Main menu Sub-menu Supported signals Description CUSTOM sRGB ADOBE RGB CALIBRATION EMULATION PLNR COLOR MODE The default mode that adjusts the overall range of colors of the RGB LED panel.
19 On Screen Display(OSD) Selection and Adjustment NOTE The order of icons may differ depending on the model (18 to 27). LANGUAGE OSD POSITION ( HORIZONTAL / VERTICAL) OVERSCAN ARC RTC POWER INDICATOR.
20 On Screen Display(OSD) Selection and Adjustment The OSD screen will appear when you press the MODE button on the front of the monitor. Main menu Description CUSTOM The default mode that adjusts the overall range of colors of the RGB LED panel. You can adjust the color functions of the main menu.
PLNR Color features are preset for 255 monotonic levels of gray. On Screen Display(OSD) Selection and Adjustment 21 Main menu Description ADOBE RGB Color features are set for Adobe RGB specification. Color Temperature, Brightness, Gamma and x and y coordinates of RGBCMY are adjusted based on the Adobe RGB specification.
22 On Screen Display(OSD) Selection and Adjustment You were introduced to the procedure of selecting and adjusting an item using the OSD system. Listed below are the icons, icon names, and icon descriptions of the all items shown on the Menu. Sub- menus NOTE OSD (On Screen Display) menu languages on the monitor may differ from the manual.
23 On Screen Display(OSD) Selection and Adjustment Main menu Sub menu Description PICTURE MENU : Exit : Decrease : Increase SET : Select another sub-menu BRIGHTNESS CONTRAST GAMMA BLACK LEVEL WHITE BALANCE To adjust the brightness of the screen. To adjust the contrast of the screen.
24 On Screen Display(OSD) Selection and Adjustment COLOR TEMP PRESET Select either PRESET or USER to adjust the screen color. Select the preset color temperature. 5000K to 6500K: Yellow screen color. 6500K to 7200K: Red screen color. 8200K to 9300K: Blue screen color.
25 On Screen Display(OSD) Selection and Adjustment TRACKING Main menu Sub menu Description MENU : Exit : Decrease : Increase SET : Select another sub-menu CLOCK PHASE SHARPNESS HORIZONTAL MIRRORING To minimize any vertical bars or stripes visible on the screen background.
26 On Screen Display(OSD) Selection and Adjustment SETUP Main menu Sub menu Description To choose the language in which the control names are displayed. To adjust position of the OSD window on the screen. Removes noise that may occur at the edges of an image when HDMI is connected to an external device.
27 On Screen Display(OSD) Selection and Adjustment Restore all factory default settings except 'LANGUAGE' and the color settings of 'CALIBRATION', 'EMULATION' mode.
28 T roubleshooting No image appears Check the following before calling for service. No image appears Do you see a "OSD LOCKED" message on the screen? ● Is the power cord of the display co.
29 T roubleshooting Display image is incorrect ● Display Position is incorrect. ● On the screen background, vertical bars or stripes are visible. ● Any horizontal noise appearing in any image or characters are not clearly portrayed. • Press the AUTO/SET button to automatically adjust your display image to the ideal setting.
30 T roubleshooting Display image is incorrect ● The screen color is mono or abnormal. ● The screen blinks. • Check if the signal cable is properly connected and use a screwdriver to fasten if necessary. • Make sure the video card is properly inserted in the slot.
31 Specifications 60.96 cm (24.0 inch) Flat Panel Active matrix-TFT LCD Anti-Glare coating Visible diagonal size : 60.96 cm 0.270 mm x 0.270 mm (Pixel Pitch) Display Horizontal Freq. 30 kHz to 83 kHz (Automatic) Vertical Freq. 56 Hz to 75 H z (Automatic) Input Form Separate Sync.
32 Specifications Operating Conditions Temperature 10 ˚ C to 35 ˚ C Humidity 10 % to 80 % non-Condensing Storage Conditions Temperature -20 ˚ C to 60 ˚ C Humidity 5 % to 90 % non-Condensing Enviro.
33 Specifications Preset Modes (Resolution) - DVI INPUT Display Modes (Resolution) Horizontal Freq. (kHz) Vertical Freq. (Hz) 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 *17 640 x 480 640 x 480 720 x 480 7.
34 Installing the W all mount plate This monitor satisfies the specifications of the W all mount plate or the interchange device. Wall mount plate (Separate purchase) - Be sure to use screws and a wall mount that meet VESA standards. - Using screws longer than those recommended might damage the product.
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