LL-T15S3 - Monitor SHARP - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL LL-T15S3 SHARP

Notice for Users in Europe 3

Notice for Users in the UK 4

Notice for Users in Australia 4

Notice for Users in the USA 5

TCO'99 6

English 7

Deutsch 27

Français 47

Italiano 67

Espanol 87

Notice for Users in Europe

This equipment complies with the requirements of Directives 89/336/EEC and 73/23/EEC as amended by 93/68/EEC.

The wires in this mains lead are coloured in accordance with the following code :

GREEN-AND-YELLOW : Earth

BLUE : Neutral

BROWN :Live

As the colours of the wires in the mains lead of this apparatus may not correspond with the coloured markings identifying the terminals in your plug proceed as follows:

• The wire which is coloured GREEN-AND-YELLOW must be connected to the terminal in the plug which is marked by the letter E or by the safety earth 12 or coloured green or green-and-yellow.
• The wire which is coloured BLUE must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter N or coloured black.
• The wire which is coloured BROWN must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter L or coloured red.

Ensure that your equipment is connected correctly. If you are in any doubt consult a qualified electrician.

"WARNING: THIS APPARATUS MUST BE EARTHED."

Notice for Users in Australia

Service Inquiries

Please contact your dealer for service if required or contact Sharp Corporation of Australia on 1300 1350 22 for referral to your nearest Sharp authorized Service Center.

FCC Statement

WARNING - FCC Regulations state that any unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment not expressly approved by the manufacturer could void the user's authority to operate this equipment.

Note: 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. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the distance between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

Use nothing but the included cables and AC cord to insure compliance with FCC regulation for Class B computing equipment.

Declaration of Conformity

SHARP LCD Color Monitor LL-T15S3

This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

Responsible Party : SHARP ELECTRONICS CORPORATION

Sharp Plaza, Mahwah, New Jersey 07430

TEL:1-800-BE-SHARP

• As an ENERGY STAR Partner, SHARP has determined that this product meets the ENERGY STAR guidelines for energy efficiency.

This product utilizes tin-lead solder, and fluorescent lamp containing a small amount of mercury. Disposal of these materials may be regulated due to environmental considerations. For disposal or recycling information, please contact your local authorities or the Electronics Industries Alliance: www.eiae.org

Congratulations!

You have just purchased a TCO'99 approved and labelled product! Your choice has provided you with a product developed for professional use. Your purchase has also contributed to reducing the burden on the environment and also to the further development of environmentally adapted electronics products.

Why do we have environmentally labelled computers?

In many countries, environmental labelling has become an established method for encouraging the adaptation of goods and services to the environment. The main problem, as far as computers and other electronics equipment are concerned, is that environmentally harmful substances are used both in the products and during their manufacture. Since it is not so far possible to satisfactorily recycle the majority of electronics equipment, most of these potentially damaging substances sooner or later enter nature.

There are also other characteristics of a computer, such as energy consumption levels, that are important from the viewpoints of both the work (internal) and natural (external) environments. Since all methods of electricity generation have a negative effect on the environment (e.g. acidic and climate-influencing emissions, radioactive waste), it is vital to save energy. Electronics equipment in offices is often left running continuously and thereby consumes a lot of energy.

What does labelling involve?

This product meets the requirements for the TCO'99 scheme which provides for international and environmental labelling of personal computers. The labelling scheme was developed as a joint effort by the TCO (The Swedish Confederation of Professional Employees), Svenska Naturskyddsforeningen (The Swedish Society for Nature Conservation) and Statens Energimyndighet (The Swedish National Energy Administration).

Approval requirements cover a wide range of issues: environment, ergonomics, usability, emission of electric and magnetic fields, energy consumption and electrical and fire safety.

The environmental demands impose restrictions on the presence and use of heavy metals, brominated and chlorinated flame retardants, CFCs (freons) and chlorinated solvents, among other things. The product must be prepared for recycling and the manufacturer is obliged to have an environmental policy which must be adhered to in each country where the company implements its operational policy.

The energy requirements include a demand that the computer and/or display, after a certain period of inactivity, shall reduce its power consumption to a lower level in one or more stages. The length of time to reactivate the computer shall be reasonable for the user. Labelled products must meet strict environmental demands, for example, in respect of the reduction of electric and magnetic fields, physical and visual ergonomics and good usability.

Below you will find a brief summary of the environmental requirements met by this product. The complete environmental criteria document may be ordered from:

TCO Development

SE-114 94 Stockholm, Sweden

Fax: [phone]

Email (Internet): [e-mail]

Current information regarding TCO'99 approved and labelled products may also be obtained via the Internet, using the address: http://www.tco-info.com/

Environmental requirements

Flame retardants

Flame retardants are present in printed circuit boards, cables, wires, casings and housings. Their purpose is to prevent, or at least to delay the spread of fire. Up to 30% of the plastic in a computer casing can consist of flame retardant substances. Most flame retardants contain bromine or chloride, and those flame retardants are chemically related to another group of environmental toxins, PCBs. Both the flame retardants containing bromine or chloride and the PCBs are suspected of giving rise to severe health effects, including reproductive damage in fish-eating birds and mammals, due to the bio-accumulative* processes. Flame retardants have been found in human blood and researchers fear that disturbances in foetus development may occur.

The relevant TCO'99 demand requires that plastic components weighing more than 25 grams must not contain flame retardants with organically bound bromine or chlorine. Flame retardants are allowed in the printed circuit boards since no substitutes are available.

Cadmium**

Cadmium is present in rechargeable batteries and in the colour-generating layers of certain computer displays. Cadmium damages the nervous system and is toxic in high doses. The relevant TCO'99 requirement states that batteries, the colour-generating layers of display screens and the electrical or electronics components must not contain any cadmium.

Mercury**

Mercury is sometimes found in batteries, relays and switches. It damages the nervous system and is toxic in high doses. The relevant TCO'99 requirement states that batteries may not contain any mercury. It also demands that mercury is not present in any of the electrical or electronics components associated with the labelled unit. There is however one exception. Mercury is, for the time being, permitted in the back light system of flat panel monitors as there today is no commercially available alternative. TCO aims on removing this exception when a mercury free alternative is available.

CFCs (freons)

The relevant TCO'99 requirement states that neither CFCs nor HCFCs may be used during the manufacture and assembly of the product. CFCs (freons) are sometimes used for washing printed circuit boards. CFCs break down ozone and thereby damage the ozone layer in the stratosphere, causing increased reception on earth of ultraviolet light with e.g. increased risks of skin cancer (malignant melanoma) as a consequence.

Lead\*\*

Lead can be found in picture tubes, display screens, solders and capacitors. Lead damages the nervous system and in higher doses, causes lead poisoning. The relevant TCO'99 requirement permits the inclusion of lead since no replacement has yet been developed.

• Bio-accumulative is defined as substances which accumulate within living organisms.

** Lead, Cadmium and Mercury are heavy metals which are Bio-accumulative.

Table of Contents

Tips and safety precautions 8

Product description 9

Connecting the monitor and turning the monitor on and off 11

Connecting the monitor to a computer 11

Connection of headphones (commercially available) 11

Connecting the monitor to a power source 12

Turning the power on 12

Turning the power off 12

Installing set-up information and the ICC profile (for Windows) 12

Information about the ColorSync profile (for MacOS) 15

Adjusting the screen display and speaker volume 16

Adjusting the backlight. 16

Adjusting the speaker volume 17

Setting color mode 17

Automatic screen adjustment 17

Manual screen adjustment 18

Monitor care and repair 21

Monitor care 21

Storage 21

Troubleshooting 21

Specifications 22

Instructions for attaching a VESA compliant arm 24

Tips and safety precautions

• The TFT color LCD panel used in this monitor is made with the application of high precision technology. However, there may be minute points on the screen where pixels never light or are permanently lit. Also, if the screen is viewed from an acute angle there may be uneven colors or brightness. Please note that these are not malfunctions but common phenomena of LCDs and will not affect the performance of the monitor.
• Do not leave the screen displaying idly for long periods of time, as this could cause afterimage to remain.
• If the brightness is adjusted to the minimum setting it may be difficult to see the screen.
• The quality of the computer signal may influence the quality of the display. We recommend using a computer able to emit high quality video signals.
• Never rub or tap the monitor with hard objects.
• Please understand that Sharp Corporation bears no responsibility for errors made during use by the customer or a third party, nor for any other malfunctions or damage to this product arising during use, except where indemnity liability is recognized under law.
• This monitor and its accessories may be upgraded without advance notice.

Location

• Do not use the monitor where ventilation is poor, where there is a lot of dust, where humidity is high, or where the monitor may come into contact with oil or steam, as this could lead to fire.
• Ensure that the monitor does not come into contact with water or other fluids. Ensure that no objects such as paper clips or pins enter the monitor as this could lead to fire or electric shock.
• Do not place the monitor on top of unstable objects or in unsafe places. Do not allow the monitor to come into contact with strong shocks or vibrations. Causing the monitor to fall or topple over may damage it.
• Do not use in places where the monitor will be subject to direct sunlight, near heating equipment or anywhere else where there is likelihood of high temperature, as this may lead to generation of excessive heat and outbreak of fire.

The Power Cord

• Do not damage the power cord nor place heavy objects on it, stretch it or overly bend it. Also, do not add extension cords. Damage to the cord may result in fire or electric shock.
• Use only the power cord supplied with the monitor.
• Insert the power plug directly into the AC outlet. Adding an extension cord may lead to fire as a result of overheating.

Monitor and accessory checklist

• Please check that the following items are included in the package.
• LCD monitor (1)
• Analog signal cable (1)
  (model name: 0NIT15V1-0056)
• Audio cable (1)
  (model name: 0NIT17A3-0010)
• Utility Disk (For Windows/Macintosh) (1)
• Operation manual (1)

Notes:

• Use only the cables supplied with the monitor.
• You are advised to retain the carton in case the monitor needs to be transported.
• Sharp Corporation holds authorship rights to the Utility Disk program. Do not reproduce it without permission.
• The shape of the supplied accessories may not be exactly same as shown in this booklet.

Manual Scope

• In this booklet, Microsoft Windows XP will be referred to as "Windows XP", Microsoft Windows Millennium as "Windows Me", Microsoft Windows 2000 as "Windows 2000", Microsoft Windows 98 as "Windows 98", Microsoft Windows 95 as "Windows 95", and Microsoft Windows Version 3.1 as "Windows 3.1". When there is no need to distinguish between programs, the term "Windows" will be used.
• Microsoft and Windows are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation.
• Macintosh is a registered trademark of Apple Computer, Inc.
• All other brand and product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders.

1. MENU button . This button is used to pop-up, select and close the OSD (On Screen Display) Menu.

2. / MODE button . When the OSD Menu is displayed: This button is used to select menu options. When the OSD Menu is not displayed: This button is used to set COLOR MODE.

3. buttons . When the OSD Menu is displayed: These buttons are used to select an option or adjust the value of the selected option. When the OSD Menu is not displayed: These buttons are used to adjust backlight brightness and speaker volume.

4. Power button Pressing this button turns the power on. (After turning the power on, it may take a little time before the screen displays.) Press the button again to turn the power off.
5. Power LED This LED is lit green when in use and orange when in power-saving mode.
6. Speakers Audio entering via the monitor and the external device connected to the monitor can be heard.
7. Power terminal
8. Analog RGB input terminal .... The analog signal cable is connected here. The analog signal cable included should be used.
9. Audio input terminal . A computer's audio output terminal can be connected here. The audio cable included should be used.
10. Security lock anchor . By connecting a security lock (commercially available) to the security lock anchor, the monitor is fixed so that it cannot be transported. The security slot works in conjunction with Kensington Micro Saver Security Systems.
11. Headphone terminal ......... Headphones (commercially available) can be connected here.
12. Ventilation openings .... Note: Never block the ventilation openings as this may lead to overheating inside the monitor and result in malfunction.

Standing up and adjusting the monitor

CAUTION!

• Pressure from hands on the LCD panel could cause damage.
• Be careful not to allow your fingers to be pinched.

Standing up the monitor

1. Press down on the stand and lift up the top section of the monitor.

• When raising the display section, movement becomes harder in the middle of travel. Continue raising by applying more force at that point.

• Raise the display section until it stops. (when titled forward approx. 5^ )

• Adjust to an easy to view angle.

Angle adjustment

Press down on the stand and adjust it to a suitable viewing angle.

• Do not use the monitor when tilted back beyond approximately 25^ . The monitor may fall over leading to injury or malfunction.

Folding up the monitor

1. Remove the cables.
2. Press down on the stand and gently fold back the monitor.

Connecting the monitor and turning the monitor on and off

CAUTION!

• When connecting, ensure that both the monitor and computer are switched off.
• Be careful not to overly bend the cable or add extension cords as this could lead to a malfunction.

Connecting the monitor to a computer

• Paying attention to connector direction, firmly insert the signal cable to terminal, and then tighten the screws at both sides.

If connecting to a D-sub 15 pin 2 row Apple Power Macintosh, attach a Macintosh conversion adapter (commercially available) to the analog signal cable.

Macintosh conversion adapter

Note:

• When connecting to a notebook, if the notebook computer's screen is set so that it is displaying at the same time, the MS-DOS screen may not be able to display properly. In this case, change the settings so that only the monitor is displaying.

Connect the accessory audio cable

When the accessory audio cable is connected to the audio output terminal of the computer, the sound of the connected computer is output from the monitor speakers. You can also use the headphone jack of the display.

Connection of headphones (commercially available)

Headphones (commercially available) can be connected.

Note:

• When the headphones are connected, no sound can be heard from the monitor speakers.

Connecting the monitor and turning the monitor on and off

Connecting the monitor to a power source

Turning the power on

1. Press the monitor's POWER button.
2. Turn on the computer.

The power LED will be lit green, and the screen will display an image.

Notes:

• If using the monitor for the first time or after having changed the system settings during use, perform an automatic screen adjustment.
• Depending on the computer or OS, it may be necessary to use the computer to install monitor set-up information. If so, follow the steps below to install the monitor set-up information.

Turning the power off

1. Turn the computer off.
2. Press the monitor's POWER button.

The Power LED will disappear.

If the monitor is not going to be used for a long period of time, be sure to unplug it from the AC outlet.

Installing set-up information and the ICC profile (for Windows)

Depending on the computer or OS, it may be necessary to use the computer to operate the installation of monitor set-up information etc. If so, follow the steps below to install the monitor set-up information. (Depending on the type of computer or OS, command names and methods may differ. Please follow the computer's own operation manual while reading this.)

About the ICC profile

An ICC (International Color Consortium) profile is a file that describes the color characteristics of the LCD monitor. By using an application that works together with an ICC profile, a high color resolution can be realized.

• Windows 98/2000/Me/XP all use the ICC profile.
• When installing Windows 98/2000/Me/XP setup information (described below), the ICC profile is also installed. If you would like to install the ICC program only, please refer to Installing the ICC profile on page 14.
• When using an ICC profile, set [COLOR MODE] and [WHITE BALANCE] to [STD].

Installing set-up information

For Windows 95

Installing monitor set-up information into Windows 95.

This explanation assumes that the floppy disk drive is "A drive".

1. Place the Utility Disk (provided) into the computer's A drive.
2. Click on the [Start] button. From [Settings], choose [Control Panel].
3. Double click on [Display].
4. Click on [Settings], [Advanced Properties], and [Monitor], then [Change].
5. Click on [Have disk], confirm that [Copy manufacturer's files from:] is [A:] then click [OK].
6. Confirm that the monitor details are selected, and click [OK].
7. Check that the monitor details are displayed, then click [Apply].
8. Click [OK], and close the window.
9. Remove the Utility Disk from the A drive.

Connecting the monitor and turning the monitor on and off

For Windows 98

Installing monitor set-up information into Windows 98, and setting the monitor's ICC profile as a predetermined value.

This explanation assumes that the floppy disk drive is "A drive".

If the "Add new Hardware Wizard" has appeared:

1. Place the Utility Disk (provided) into the computer's A drive.
2. Click [Next].
3. Check [Display a list of all the drivers in a specific location, so you can select the driver you want.], then click [Next].
4. When [Models] is displayed, click on [Have disk], confirm that [Copy manufacturer's files from:] is [A:], and click [OK].
5. Confirm that the monitor details are selected, then click [Next], [Next], and [Finish]. If the "Add New Hardware Wizard" appears, repeat the installation commands beginning from 2 above.
6. Remove the Utility Disk from the A drive.

If the "Add New Hardware Wizard" has not appeared:

1. Place the Utility Disk in the computer's A drive.
2. Click on the [Start] button. From [Settings], choose [Control Panel].
3. Double click on [Display].
4. Click on [Settings], [Advanced] and [Monitor].
5. In [Options], check [Automatically detect Plug & Play monitors] and click on [Change].
6. Click [Next].
7. Click on [Display a list of all the drivers in a specific location, so you can select the driver you want.], then click [Next].
8. When [Models] is displayed, click on [Have disk], confirm that [Copy manufacturer's files from:] is [A:], and click [OK].
9. Confirm that the monitor details are selected, then click [Next], [Next], and [Finish].
10. Check that the monitor details are displayed, then click [Apply].
11. Click [OK], and close the window.
12. Remove the Utility Disk from the A drive.

For Windows 2000

Installing monitor set-up information into Windows 2000, and setting the monitor's ICC profile as a predetermined value.

This explanation assumes that the floppy disk drive is "A drive".

1. Place the Utility Disk (provided) into the computer's A drive.
2. Click on the [Start] button. From [Settings], choose [Control Panel].
3. Double click on [Display].
4. Click on [Settings], [Advanced] and [Monitor].
5. Click on [Properties], [Driver] and [Update Driver].
6. When [Upgrade Device Driver Wizard] appears, click [Next].
7. Check [Display a list of the known drivers for this device so that I can choose a specific driver] and click [Next].
8. When [Models] is displayed, click on [Have disk], confirm that [Copy manufacturer's files from:] is [A:], and click [OK].
9. Select the monitor from the list displayed and click [Next].
10. Click [Next], confirm that the monitor's name appears on the screen, and click [Finish]. If [The Digital Signature Not Found] appears, click [Yes].
11. Click on [Close].
12. Click [OK], and close the window.
13. Remove the Utility Disk from the A drive.

For Windows Me

Installing monitor set-up information into Windows Me, and setting the monitor's ICC profile as a predetermined value.

This explanation assumes that the floppy disk drive is "A drive".

If the "Add new Hardware Wizard" has appeared:

1. Place the Utility Disk (provided) into the computer's A drive.
2. Check [Specify the location of the driver [Advanced]] and click [Next].
3. Check [Display a list of all the drivers in a specific location, so you can select the driver you want.] then click [Next].
4. When [Models] is displayed, click on [Have disk], confirm that [Copy manufacturer's files from:] is [A:], and click [OK].
5. Select the monitor details from the list, then click [Next], [Next], and [Finish]. If the "Add new Hardware Wizard" appears, repeat the installation commands beginning from 2 above.
6. Remove the Utility Disk from the A drive.

Connecting the monitor and turning the monitor on and off

If the "Add New Hardware Wizard" has not appeared:

1. Place the Utility Disk in the computer's A drive.
2. Click on the [Start] button. From [Settings], choose [Control Panel].
3. Double click on [Display].
4. Click on [Settings], [Advanced] and [Monitor].
5. In [Options], check [Automatically detect Plug & Play monitors] and click on [Change].
6. Check [Specify the location of the driver [Advanced]] and click [Next].
7. Check [Display a list of all the drivers in a specific location, so you can select the driver you want.] and click [Next].
8. When [Models] is displayed, click on [Have disk], confirm that [Copy manufacturer's files from:] is [A:], and click [OK].
9. Select the monitor details, then click [Next], [Next], and [Finish].
10. Check that the monitor details are displayed, then click [Apply].
11. Click [OK], and close the window.
12. Remove the Utility Disk from the A drive.

For Windows XP

Installing monitor set-up information into Windows XP, and setting the monitor's ICC profile as a predetermined value.

This explanation assumes that the floppy disk drive is "A drive".

1. Place the Utility Disk in the computer's A drive.
2. Click on the [Start] button. Choose [Control Panel].
3. Switch to "Classic View".
4. Double click on [Display].
5. Click on [Settings], [Advanced] and [Monitor].
6. Click on [Properties], [Driver] and [Update Driver].
7. When [Hardware Update Wizard] appears, check [Install from a list or specific location [Advanced]] and click [Next].
8. Check [Don't search. I will choose the driver to install.] and click [Next].
9. Click on [Have Disk], confirm that [Copy manufacturer's files from:] is [A:], and click [OK].
10. Select the monitor from the list displayed and click [Next]. If [has not passed Windows Logo testing...] appears, click [Continue Anyway].
11. Confirm that the monitor's name appears on the screen.
12. Click on [Finish].
13. Click on [Close].
14. Click [OK], and close the window.
15. Remove the Utility Disk from the A drive.

Installing the ICC profile

Installing the monitor's ICC profile. (If the set-up information has already been installed, so too has the profile, and there is no need to install it.)

This explanation assumes that the floppy disk drive is "A drive".

1. Place the Utility Disk in the computer's A drive.
2. Click on the [Start] button. From [Settings], choose [Control Panel].
3. Double click on [Display].
4. Click on [Settings] and [Advanced].
5. Click on [General] and from [Compatibility] select [Apply the new display setting without restarting], then click on [Color Management].
6. Click [Add], and select [312 Floppy [A:]] as the file location.
7. Choose the color profile that you would like to install, and click on [Add].
8. Choose the profile and click on [Set As Default].
9. Click [OK], and close the window.

10. Remove the Utility Disk from the A drive.

11. When using an ICC profile, set [COLOR MODE] and [WHITE BALANCE] to [STD].

Connecting the monitor and turning the monitor on and off

Information about the ColorSync profile (for MacOS)

About the ColorSync profile

ColorSync is the Apple Corporation's color management system and is a function that enables color resolution to be realized when used with a compatible application. A ColorSync profile describes the color characteristics of the LCD monitor.

Notes:

• This monitor's ColorSync profile works with MacOS8.5 or above.
• When using the ColorSync profile, set [COLOR MODE] and [WHITE BALANCE] to [STD].

Setting up the ColorSync profile

Notes:

• A floppy disk drive is necessary. In addition, it is necessary to have PC Exchange or File Exchange installed in your system.

• Depending on the type of computer or OS, command names and methods may differ. Please follow the computer's own operation manual while reading this.

• Place the Utility Disk (provided) into the computer's floppy disk drive.
  2.Copy the profile to be used from the Mac folder on the Utility Disk to the ColorSync profile folder located within the system folder.
  3.Using the ColorSync on the control panel, choose the profile to be used.

Adjusting the screen display and speaker volume

Adjustment the backlight (right column) Brightness of backlight can be adjusted.

Speaker volume adjustment (p.17) Speaker volume can be adjusted.

COLOR MODE setting (p.17) Color tone can be set.

Automatic screen adjustment (p.17) The CLOCK, PHASE, H-POS (horizontal positioning) and V-POS (vertical positioning) functions can be adjusted automatically.

Manual screen adjustment (p.18) Fine adjustments can be made using the On Screen Display (OSD) Menu.

Note:

• All adjustments will be saved even after turning the power off.

Resetting all adjustment values

All adjustment values can be returned to their original ex-factory values in one command.

1. Turn off the monitor power.
2. Press the MENU button and the / MODE button simultaneously, and while doing this press the power button (i.e. turn the power on). Continue to press the buttons until [ALL RESET] appears on the screen. Reset is complete when the displayed message disappears.

Notes:

• While [ALL RESET] is displayed, the control buttons are disabled.
• It is not possible to reset values when the adjustment lock is in place. Remove the adjustment lock before attempting to operate control buttons.

ADJUSTMENT menu reset

Settings of items in the ADJUSTMENT Menu (CLOCK, PHASE, H-POS, V-POS) can be returned to their original ex-factory values.

1. Turn on the monitor power.
2. Press the MENU button and the button simultaneously. When [RESET] appears on the screen, the reset is complete.

Note:

• It is not possible to reset values when the adjustment lock is in place. Remove the adjustment lock before attempting to operate control buttons.

Adjustment lock function

By disabling the control buttons (i.e. setting the lock) any attempted changes to adjusted values will be voided.

1. Turn off the monitor power.
2. While pressing the MENU button, press the power button (i.e. turn the power on). [ADJUSTMENT LOCKED] will appear on the screen, and the lock will be set.

Note:

• When the lock is in place, all buttons other than the power button are disabled.

Adjustment lock release

1. Turn off the monitor power.
2. While pressing the MENU button, press the power button (i.e. turn the power on). [ADJUSTMENT UNLOCKED] will appear on the screen, and the lock will be removed.

Adjusting the backlight

1. Without the OSD Menu being displayed, press the or the button.
2. Check that [BRIGHT] is selected. If it is not selected, press the / MODE button and select [BRIGHT].

1. Adjust by pressing the button (darker) or button (lighter).

Note:

• On Screen display for adjustment disappears several seconds after the last operation.

Adjusting the speaker volume

1. Without the OSD Menu being displayed, press the or the button.
2. Check that [VOLUME] is selected. If it is not selected, press the / MODE button and select [VOLUME].

1. Adjust by pressing the button (decrease) or button (increase).

Note:

• On Screen display for adjustment disappears several seconds after the last operation.

Setting color mode

Color tone can be set as below.

STD

Displays image with the color tone results from original scheme of liquid crystal panel.

sRGB

sRGB is international standard of color representation specified by IEC (International Electrotechnical Commission).

Color conversion is made in taking account of liquid crystal's characteristics and represents color tone close to its original image.

VIVID

Displays an image with dynamic and VIVID primary colors.

• If [COLOR MODE] is set to [sRGB] or [VIVID], [WHITE BALANCE] is set to [STD].

How to set

Press the / MODE button when the OSD Menu is not displayed.

Each time the button is pressed the next menu item appears. (STD sRGB VIVID STD)

On Screen display for adjustment disappears several seconds after the last operation.

Automatic screen adjustment

Options in the ADJUSTMENT Menu can be adjusted automatically (CLOCK, PHASE, H-POS, V-POS).

Note:

• When setting up this monitor for the first time or after having changed an aspect of the current system, perform an automatic screen adjustment before use.

Automatic adjustment screen display

To perform an automatic adjustment, first display an image that makes the entire screen very bright. If you are using Windows, you can also use the Adjustment Pattern on the accompanying Utility Disk.

Displaying the Adjustment Pattern (for Windows) This explanation is for Windows 95/98/2000/Me/XP, and assumes that the floppy disk drive is "A drive".

Note:

• If the floppy disk drive of your computer is not "A drive", please read the below substituting the floppy disk drive you are using in place of "A drive" or "A".
• Place the Utility Disk (provided) into the computer's A drive.
• Open [My Computer] and select [312 Floppy (A:)]. If using Windows 3.1, open [File Manager] and choose "A drive".
• Double click on [Adj_uty.exe] to run the Adjustment Program. The Adjustment Pattern will appear.

Adjustment pattern

After completing the adjustment, press the computer's [Esc] key to exit the Adjustment Program.

Note:

• If your computer's display mode is set to 65K colors, you may see the different color levels in each color pattern or the gray scale may look colored. (This is due to the input signal specification and is not a malfunction.)

Adjusting the screen automatically

1. Press the MENU button.

The ADJUSTMENT Menu will be displayed.

1. Press the button.

The screen will become dark and [ADJUSTING] will be displayed. After a few seconds the ADJUSTMENT Menu will return. (The automatic adjustment is now complete.)
3. Press the MENU button 4 times to make the On Screen Display (OSD) Menu disappear.

Notes:

• In most cases automatic adjustment is sufficient.
• It may not be possible to achieve correct adjustment with the first automatic adjustment. In such a case, try repeating automatic adjustment 2 or 3 times.

• If necessary due to any of the following, manual adjustments (right column) can be performed after the automatic adjustment.

• When further fine adjustment is needed.

• When the computer's video input signals are Composite Sync or Sync On Green. (Automatic adjustments may not be possible.)

• When [OUT OF ADJUST] is displayed. (When the screen displays an entirely dark image, the automatic screen adjustment may be disabled. When making an automatic adjustment, be sure to either use the Adjustment Pattern or try displaying an image that makes the entire screen very bright.)

• Automatic adjustment may not be achieved correctly depending on what is displayed on the screen - moving pictures or the MS-DOS prompt etc.

Manual screen adjustment

Adjustments can be made using On Screen Display (OSD) Menu provided.

1. Display an image that makes the entire screen very bright. If using Windows, you can open and use the Adjustment Pattern on the accompanying Utility Disk. (p.17)
2. Press the MENU button. The ADJUSTMENT Menu will be displayed.

At this point relevant menu options can be adjusted.

Each time the MENU button is pressed the next menu is selected. (ADJUSTMENT GAIN CONTROL WHITE BALANCE MODE SELECT OSD Menu disappears)

Notes:

• The OSD Menu automatically disappears approximately 30 seconds after the last command.
• This explanation is based on using the Adjustment Pattern (for Windows) to make adjustments.

Adjusting the screen display and speaker volume

ADJUSTMENT Menu

MANUAL: Individual menu options are manually adjusted.

AUTO: Every menu option is automatically adjusted.

Notes:

• Press the button to select [AUTO].
• To choose a menu option: / MODE button
• To go to the next menu: MENU button

CLOCK

The figure below demonstrates how to adjust so that vertical flicker noise is not emitted. (▲▶ buttons)

PHASE

The figure below demonstrates how to adjust so that horizontal flicker noise is not emitted. (▲▶ buttons)

Note:

• Adjustments to PHASE should be made only after CLOCK has been correctly set.

H-POS (horizontal positioning) and V-POS (vertical positioning)

To center the adjustment pattern within the boundaries of the screen, adjust the left-right (H-POS) values and the up-down (V-POS) values. (▲

buttons)

GAIN CONTROL Menu

MANUAL: Individual menu options are manually adjusted.

AUTO: Every menu option is automatically adjusted using the Auto Gain Control* function.

Notes:

• Press the button to select [AUTO].
• To choose a menu option: / MODE button
• To go to the next menu: MENU button

* Auto Gain Control function

• The Auto Gain Control adjusts contrast and black level based on the brightest and darkest colors of the image displayed. If you are not using the Adjustment Pattern it is necessary to have black area and white area of at least 5 mm x 5 mm on the screen. Adjustment may not be possible without those areas.
• If the signal coming from the computer is composite sync or sync on green, automatic adjustment cannot be performed. Please perform manual adjustment instead.
• If [OUT OF ADJUST] is displayed, perform manual adjustment.
• When using the Auto Gain Control function, set [WHITE BALANCE] to other than [USER]. If [USER] is set, the Auto Gain Control function cannot be used.

BLACK LEVEL

Total screen brightness can be adjusted while watching the color pattern. (▲▶ buttons)

CONTRAST

While watching the color pattern, adjustments can be made so that all gradations appear. (▲▶ buttons)

Adjusting the screen display and speaker volume

WHITE BALANCE Menu

Notes:

• On settings other than [STD] not all gradations can be displayed. To display all gradations, set to [STD].
• If [COLOR MODE] is set to [sRGB] or [VIVID], no other setting than [STD] can be selected.
• Use the buttons to select [COOL], [-], [STD], [-], [WARM] or [USER].
• Selecting [USER] will display the setting values for [R-CONTRAST], [G-CONTRAST] and [B-CONTRAST], in order to make fine adjustments.
• Use the / MODE button to select [R-CONTRAST], [G-CONTRAST] and [B-CONTRAST].
• To go to the next menu: MENU button

COOL....Color tone bluer than standard
Color tone slightly bluer than standard
STD.........Color tone standard setting
Color tone slightly redder than standard
WARM ...... Color tone redder than standard

USER

R-CONTRAST..... button for blue-green
button for red
G-CONTRAST..... button for purple
button for green
B-CONTRAST .... button for yellow
button for blue

MODE SELECT Menu

Notes:

• Depending on the resolution of the input signal, even if menu options can be selected, the display may not change.
• To choose a menu option: / MODE button
• To complete adjustment: MENU button

OSD H-POSITION (OSD horizontal position)

The position of the OSD Menu can be moved to the left and right. (▲▶ buttons)

OSD V-POSITION (OSD vertical position)

The position of the OSD Menu can be moved up and down. (▲▶ buttons)

SCALING (Level of scaling)

When the display is enlarged, the sharpness of the image can be set. (▲▶ buttons)

Note:

• When the display mode is set to less than 1024 × 768 pixels, the display is enlarged to cover the whole screen (i.e. the side ratio of the display may change).

COLORS

Maximum display colors can be set. (▲▶ buttons) 260K (approx. 260,000) and 16M (approx. 16.19 million)

LANGUAGE

You can choose the language used in OSD Menu.

1. Press the button.

The Language Selection Menu will be displayed on the screen.

1. Use the / MODE button to choose a language.
2. Press the MENU button.

Language Selection Menu will disappear.

Monitor care

Always remove the plug from the AC outlet when cleaning the monitor.

Cabinet and control panel section

Use a soft dry cloth to lightly wipe away any grime from the cabinet and control panel.

If they are very dirty, apply neutral detergent to a dampened soft cloth, wring it out well and wipe away grime.

LCD panel section

Use a soft dry cloth to lightly wipe away dirt and dust from the surface of the LCD panel. (A soft cloth such as gauze or that used for lens cleaning is suitable.)

CAUTION!

• Never use thinner, benzine, alcohol, glass cleaner, etc, as this could lead to color change or change in shape.
• Never scratch the monitor with anything hard or apply strong pressure as this could leave marks or result in malfunction.

Storage

If the monitor will not be used for a long period of time, be sure to remove the power plug from the AC outlet.

CAUTION!

• Do not leave the monitor in contact with rubber or plastic items for long periods of time as this could lead to color change or change in shape.

Troubleshooting

If you think the monitor may be faulty, please check the following points before taking it to be repaired. If afterwards it still does not work, please contact the shop where you purchased the monitor or your nearest Sharp authorized Service Center.

The monitor's fluorescent tubes have a limited life span.

• If the screen darkens, persistently flickers or does not light up, it may be necessary to replace the fluorescent tube unit. Please inquire at the shop where you purchased the monitor or your nearest Sharp authorized Service Center. (Never attempt this replacement on your own.)
• In the initial period of use, due to the characteristics of fluorescent tubes the screen may flicker. (This is not a malfunction.) Should this happen, check by first turning off the power, then turning it on again.

No image appears on the screen (Power LED is not lit)

• Is the power cord connected properly? (p.12)

No image appears on the screen (Power LED is lit)

• Is the computer connected properly? (p.11)
• Is the computer turned on?
• Does the computer's signal timing correspond to monitor specifications? (p.23)
• Is the computer in power-saving mode?

Control buttons do not work

• Is the adjustment lock on? (p.16)

The image appears distorted

• Does the computer's signal timing correspond to monitor specifications? (p.23)
• Perform automatic screen adjustment. (p.17)
• If you can change the refresh rate on the computer you are using, change the value to a lower frequency. (p.23)

No sound can be heard from the speakers

• Is the audio cable connected correctly? (p.11)
• Are the headphones connected?
• Perform the volume adjustment procedure. (p.17)
• These is no sound from the speakers when the monitor is in power-saving mode.

Product specifications

Model name

LL-T15S3

LCD display

38 cm measured diagonally

TFT LCD module

Resolution (max.)

XGA 1024 x 768 pixels

Displayable colors (max.)

Approx.16.19 million colors (6bit + FRC)

Brightness (max.)

260 cd/m²

Dot pitch

0.297(H) x 0.297(V) mm

Contrast ratio

350:1

Angle of visibility

Left-right 160^ ; Up-down 150^

(contrast ratio ≥ 5

Screen display size

Horizontal 304.1 mm x Vertical 228.1 mm

Video signal

Analog RGB (0.7Vp-p) [75Ω]

Sync signal

Separate Sync (TTL level: + / - ),Sync on

Green, Composite Sync (TTL level: +/-)

Expansion compensation

Digital scaling (Enlarges VGA/SVGA etc. to full

screen size.)

Plug & Play

VESA DDC1/DDC2B compatible

Power management

VESA: based on DPMS

Speaker output

1W+1W

Input signal terminal

Mini D-sub 15 pin (3 row)

Audio input terminal

Mini stereo jack

Headphone terminal

Mini stereo jack

Screen tilt

Upward approx. 0 - 25^ ; downward approx. 0 - 5^

Power supply

AC100 - 240V, 50/60 Hz

Temperature of operating environment

5-35°C

Power consumption

33 W (With no audio input)

(36 W maximum, 2 W when in power-saving

mode)

Dimensions

Approx. 338(W) x 145(D) x 313(H) mm

Weight

Approx. 3.9kg (approx. 3.3kg excluding stand)

(Excluding analog signal cable.)

Dimensions (Units: mm)

Analog signal cable: Approx. 1.8 m

Audio cable: Approx. 1.8 m

Signal timings

Display mode		Hsync	Vsync	Dot frequency
VESA	640x480	31.5kHz	60Hz	25.175MHz
		37.9kHz	72Hz	31.5MHz
		37.5kHz	75Hz	31.5MHz
	800x600	35.1kHz	56Hz	36.0MHz
		37.9kHz	60Hz	40.0MHz
		48.1kHz	72Hz	50.0MHz
		46.9kHz	75Hz	49.5MHz
	1024x768	48.4kHz	60Hz	65.0MHz
		56.5kHz	70Hz	75.0MHz
		60.0kHz	75Hz	78.75MHz
US text	720x400	31.5kHz	70Hz	28.3MHz
Power Macintosh series	640x480	35.0kHz	66.7Hz	30.2MHz
	832x624	49.7kHz	74.6Hz	57.3MHz
	1024x768	60.2kHz	75Hz	80.0MHz

• Recommended resolution is 1024 × 768 .
• All are compliant only with non-interlaced.
• Frequencies for Power Macintosh are reference values.
• If the monitor is receiving timing signals that are not compatible, [OUT OF TIMING] will appear.

Follow your computer's instruction manual to set the timing so that it is compatible with the monitor.

• If the monitor is not receiving any signal (synch signal), [NO SIGNAL] will appear.

The analog RGB input connector pin

(Mini D-sub connector with 15 pins)

No.	Function
1	Red video signal input
2	Green video signal input
3	Blue video signal input
4	GND
5	GND
6	For red video signal GND
7	For green video signal GND
8	For blue video signal GND
9	+5V
10	GND
11	N.C.
12	DDC data
13	For Hsync signal input
14	For Vsync signal input
15	DDC clock

Power management

The monitor is based on VESA DPMS (Display Power Management Signaling).

To activate the monitor's Power Management function, both the video card and the computer must conform to the VESA DPMS standard.

DPMS mode	Screen	Power consumption	H-sync	V-sync
ON	Display on	36 W	Yes	Yes
STANDBY	Display off	2 W	No	Yes
SUSPEND			Yes	No
OFF			No	No

DDC (Plug & Play)

This monitor supports the VESA DDC (Display Data Channel) standard.

DDC is a signal standard for carrying out Plug & Play functions on the monitor or PC. It transfers information such as degree of resolution between the monitor and PC. You can use this function if your PC is DDC compliant and if it is set so that it can detect the Plug & Play monitor.

There are many varieties of DDC due to the differences between systems. This monitor works with DDC1 and DDC2B.

Instructions for attaching a VESA compliant arm

An arm or stand based on the VESA standard (commercially available) can be attached to the monitor.

Procurement of the arm or stand is at the customer's discretion.

When choosing the arm to be installed please take note of the following points.

• The arm should be compatible with the VESA standard, and there must be a gap of 75mm× 75 mm between the screw holes on the section to be attached.
• The arm must not fall off or break off after being attached to the monitor.
• Ensure that both the monitor and computer are switched off.
• Unplug the power cord from the AC outlet.
• Remove the analog signal cable and the audio cable from the computer.
• Press down on the stand and gently fold back the monitor.

• Be careful not to allow your fingers to be pinched.

• Do not overly bend the cable or add extension cords as this could lead to malfunction.

• Being careful not to damage the monitor, spread out a soft cloth and lay the monitor on it display-side down.

1. Attach the arm to the monitor with four screws.

Note:

• The screws used to attach the arm should be M4 screws with a length of 8mm 10mm protruding from the surface to be attached. Using different screws could cause the monitor to fall off or to be internally damaged.

1. Connect the analog signal cable, the audio cable and the power cord.

The stand may be removed.

1. Turn off the monitor, and remove the analog signal cable, the audio cable and the power cord from the monitor.
2. Being careful not to damage the monitor, spread out a soft cloth and lay the monitor on it display-side down.
3. Remove the four screws and then remove the stand from the monitor.

• The stand is specially made for use with this monitor. Once having removed the stand, never attempt to attach it to another device.

• Once having removed the screws, store them together with the stand and if the stand is ever re-attached be sure to use the original screws. Using different screws could lead to a malfunction.

• Follow instruction no.6 on page 24 to attach the arm to the monitor, then connect the analog signal cable, the audio cable and the power cord.

Inhaltsverzeichnis

Gauge-droite: 160^ ; Haut-bas: 150^

(Rapport de contraste ≥ 5

Surface d'affichage

Horizontal: 304,1 mm x Vertical: 228,1 mm

Signal video

Analogue RVB (0.7Vp-p) [75Ω]

Signal sync.

Sync individuel (niveau TTL: + / - ), type Sync

On green, Composite Sync (niveau TTL: +/-)

Dimensions (L x P x H)

Approx. 338mm× 145mm× 313mm

Poids

Approx. 3,9 kg (approx. 3,3 kg sans le support)

Menu ADJUSTMENT (REGOLAZIONE)

RGB analogico (0.7Vp-p) [75Ω]

VESA Compatible DDC1/DDC2B

Ajusted volume of the altavoz 97