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FUNCTION (continued)
Photo Input Function (continued)
Other
 You can select the background pattern on “Background” from “Function Menu.” 
Function Menu Selection Description
Background1→2Select preferred background pattern.
1: Striped texture of gray
2: Green checked pattern
 Press 
 button whenever you want to return from full size image to index.
 
The fi le information is displayed by pressing
 
 button.
                     
         Thumbnail-Size Image          Full-Size Image (Still)        Full-Size Image (Movie)*
To exit from Photo Input…
You can exit from Photo Input when…
Pressing 
 button in Photo Index mode, or
Pressing 
 button in Movie mode (Index and full).
 
OSD Information
OperationMessage
Accessing“Loading...” *
Loading Files“Loading...” *
Normalno message
Not insert USB/SD/MMC“! No Connection”
Not available format“! No Connection”
Abnormal“! No Connection”
No File“! No File”
*The message “Loading...” starts to blink automatically if it is displayed on the screen more than 5 seconds.
Specifi cation
Application
q  Digital Still Camera corresponding to DCF standard.
w  USB Card Reader with the memory containing pictures had taken by 
qcamera.
e  SD card/MMC card containing picture had taken by 
qcamera.
PhotoMax number of photo fi le 500
Max number of pixel 8176 x 8176(DCF JPEG format)
MovieMax number of movie fi le 500
Supported Video Format
(Extension/Max number of pixel)Motion JPEG (avi.mov/640*480)
MPEG1 (mpg/640*480)
MPEG4 (avi,mov,mp4,asf/352*288)
Supported Audio  FormatPCM (Incompressible format)
ADPCM
G.726
μ-LAW PCM
MPEG1-LayerII
* The size of the image depends 
on the resolution for the image.
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FUNCTION (continued)
Photo Input Function (continued)
CAUTION
 The picture may not be displayed on this monitor in case of copying, viewing or editing by computers, etc.
 Do not connect any apparatus other than DSC, USB card reader, and SD card/MMC to the Photo Input 
connector. It causes the malfunction.
 Do not connect a DSC and USB card reader with USB HUB. Pictures may not be displayed correctly, or it causes 
the malfunction.
 Insert only one memory even though the USB card reader has multiple slots for memory card. Pictures in 
multiple memories cannot be seen at the same time.
 Certain types of DSC, card readers, or SD card/MMC may not work with this Photo Input function.
 DSC with low battery power may not properly display photos in this function.
 Response time might vary depending on each image contents when switching pages, loading fi les, and playing 
each movie.
 Contrast will decrease automatically if stationary images such as still photos are left on the screen for more than 
3 minutes.
 The OSD message “! No Connection” is displayed in case of the incomplete connection with USB cable or SD 
card / MMC and connection to a digital still camera or USB card reader without the memory card.
 The menu items other than “Picture,” “Function,” and “Audio” are not available with grayed-out display.
 The functions of the multi picture, CH selection, freeze mode, aspect, mode display, and so on are not available.
 During blinking LED which indicates the access of DSC / USB card reader /SD card/ MMC, or displaying 
“Loading...”, do not turn the power off/standby mode nor remove/insert USB cable and memory card.
 The picture may not be displayed correctly, depending on the connecting device in case of extending the USB 
cable.
 PictBridge-compatible DSC can be connected to Photo Input terminal through PTP transfer, which supports still 
pictures but not movie pictures. Refer to the DSC user manual for PictBridge in details.
 Do not use this function other than private purposes. It might infringe copyright laws.
 Back up all of the data in the memory card in case if data was lost due to unexpected accident. We do not 
assume any liability for the losses by misuse or malfunction.
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FUNCTION (continued)
Audio Switching
NICAM / Sound Multiplex(including A2)   (TV mode)
You can make optimum use of available audio by pressing
  bottom of remote control.  Audio can be switched only 
if receiving NICAM and sound multiplex signals; otherwise, pressing this button will have no effect, such as when 
only mono sound is received. 
These can be divided into two main categories: Bilingual/Dual Sound broadcast and Stereo broadcast.
Bilingual/Dual Sound broadcast
Bilingual broadcast is the broadcast available on the main and sub languages, while dual sound broadcast is 
available on the primary and secondary sounds; for example, some sports programs contain broadcast commentary 
on a game as primary sound, and a commentary about a team as the secondary.
When bilingual program is received, sound mode display appears in yellow as shown. Also, when receiving NICAM 
signals, NICAM display will appear.
Each time 
 button is pressed, the display is switched in the sequence of following.
Sound multiplex signal received
[  ]Yellow
NICAM signal received
[  ]
Yellow Green
Yellow Green
NICAM[  ] NICAM[  ]
Yellow
[I
]…Main language/Primary Sound
[II
]...Sub language/Secondary Sound
▼…force mono: This selects main language or primary sound. 
Stereo broadcast
With stereo broadcast, you can enjoy different sound from either side.  
When a stereo program is received, sound mode display will appear in red as shown.
Also, when receiving NICAM signals, NICAM display will appear.
Press 
 button to switch between stereo and mono sound. 
Sound multiplex signal received
NICAM signal received
Red Green
Red Green
NICAM
...Stereo
.....Force Mono
NOTE  
Please select ▼(force mono) in case of poor reception, noise, poor stereo sound due to signal condition so that 
you can receive a clear mono sound.
 
Ü represents the Mono broadcast.
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FUNCTION (continued)
Power Save Mode
When AV input is selected
 You are provided the function to save power consumption when no signal is detected in AV input. Set to On in “Video 
Power Save” from Function Menu, which leads to the power save mode in AV1 /AV2 /HDMI1 /HDMI2 and the 
Standby mode in other AV input. (Please see the table below for details) Refer to 
27 about “Video Power Save”. 
When no signal is detected
When signal is input during 
On in “Video Power Save”
Condition Indicating Lamp
AV1, AV2, 
HDMI1, HDMI2Power Save Orange Turns On automatically.
AV3~AV5 Standby Red Remains as Standby mode.
When the RGB input is selected
 When this unit is connected to a VESA DPMS computer, the Power Save mode (Operation mode : Off) can be set 
to be activated automatically when the computer is not being used to reduce power consumption by this unit.
RGB sync signalHorizontalYes No Yes No
VerticalYes Yes No No
PC signalActive (normal display) Blank (no display)
Operation modeOn Off
Indicating lampLights green Lights orange
Returning to operating status
 Operate the personal computer, or press either the INPUT SELECT button of the control panel or the RGB button 
of the remote control.
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FUNCTION (continued)
DVD Player / STB Selection
You can use this remote control to operate DVD Player and Set Top Box of other 
makers as well as this set. After pressing
 
 button, press (or hold) the required 
buttons to select the maker and type as shown below.  
Set up hint
Example: HITACHI DVD
w
1. Set up the maker.
Press
  button to indicate the DVD LED on the remote control. While the DVD 
LED is blinking (Approx. 30 Seconds), press + and 
q buttons.
2. Set up the maker type.
Release the 
q button while keeping + button depressed. Then press 
w button.
3. Confi rm the setting.
After setting the maker and type, press the SUB POWER button on the remote 
control.  If the DVD does not switch ON, repeat step 1 and 2 using other maker 
types as listed. 

Makers of  DVD PlayerSet Maker Set typeMakers of  DVD PlayerSet Maker Set type
HITACHI+  
qq~
eRCA+  
p+  
q
FUNAI
+  
wqMitsubishi+  +  
q
Pioneer
+  
eq~
yONKYO+  RED+  
q~
e
Panasonic
+  
rq~
rZENITH+  GREEN+  
q
TOSHIBA
+  
tq~
rTHOMSON+  YELLOW+  
q
Philips
+  
yq~
wSHINCO+  BLUE+  
q
JVC
+  
uqSKYWORTH+  +  
q
SAMSUNG
+  
iqBUBUKO+  +  
q
Sony
+  
oq~
rDENON+  +  
q~
w
Sharp
+  2-4-12q~
wYAMAHA+  ?+  
q~
w

Makers of  STB PlayerSet Maker Set type
HITACHI+  
q+  
q~
w
TOSHIBA
+  
w+  
q
DGTEC
+  
e+  
q
Panasonic
+  
r+  
q
NOTE
Please note that not all models of the listed makers can be operated using this remote control.
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TROUBLESHOOTING
Before calling service technician, check the following tables fi rst. If the problem is not be solved with the suggested procedures, contact your local 
dealer. For your safety, NEVER try to repair the product by yourself.
When Following Messages Appear on the Screen
Message Condition / Action Page
Power SaveThis indicates it is in Power Save mode. (in AV/RGB mode)
The indicating lamp lights in orange.
27, 52
No Sync. SignalThe unit cannot detect any signals from any input terminals. 
  Check if the cable is connected correctly and fi rmly.
  Check if the power of the external equipments is ON.
  Check if the input selection matches the connection terminal. 
  Check if the PC is in Power Save mode or not.
14 ~ 16
Invalid Scan Freq.The unit receives signals not supported by the monitor.
  Check if the cable is connected correctly and fi rmly.
  Check if the input signal is compatible with the specifi cation of the monitor.
57, 59
Not AvailableThis shows when the selected operation is not available.
Check AntennaCheck the connection status when this message appears.
13
Auto AdjustingThis indicates that it is in the process of auto adjusting. 
(in RGB mode) 
25
Symptom and Check List
Symptoms Check list Page
No picture - no sound  
Check the Indicating lamp status (Off, Red, Green, or Orange). Check the connection of the Power Cord and/or other cables. Check if the Main Power of the unit or external equipments is ON.  Check if the TV mode is selected.
 Check if the TV is in “Standby mode” or “Power Save mode”.  Adjust the values in “Picture menu” and “Audio menu”.
13 ~ 16
18, 23, 
52
Snowy picture-poor sound  Check the antenna connection and direction.
  The TV station may have broadcast diffi culties.
  Try another channel.
13
Multiple images-normal sound  Check the antenna connection and direction.
  Fine tuning the TV.
  Check the connection of the external equipments.
 
The TV station may have broadcast diffi culties.Try another channel.
13, 22
Intermittent interference  Check if the source of interference is shielded well.
  Remove those kinds of electrical devices away from the TV.
Normal picture, but no sound   Check the volume level.
 Check if the
 
 button has been pressed or not.
  Make sure that the headphone is NOT connected.
  Check the connection of the external equipments.19
No picture - normal sound  Check the value level of “Brightness” and “Contrast” in 
“Picture Menu”.
29, 32
The remote control does not work. 
Check if the batteries are installed correctly. The batteries might be exhausted. Replace them with new ones. Remove all the obstructions in front of the sensor window on the unit.  Check if you select the correct function by
  button on the 
remote control
.
  Check if the buttons of the control panel can work.10, 11
Normal picture but no color-normal sound  Check the connection of the external equipments.
  Check the “Color System” in “Setup Menu”.14 ~ 16
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Symptom and Check List (continued)
Symptoms Check list Page
 No picture
The Indicating lamp → Off  Check if the Power Cord is plugged into the socket fi rmly.
  Check if the Main Power is ON.
17, 18
 No picture
The Indicating lamp → Orange
It means that the unit is in “Power Save 
mode”.   Check if all the cables of the external equipments are connected 
correctly and fi rmly.
  Check if the power of the external equipments is ON.
  Check if the TV/AV mode has been selected correctly. 
  Check if the PC is in Power Save mode or not.
  Refer to “Power Save mode” and “When following messages appears on 
the screen”.
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 No picture
The indicating lamp → Green  Check if the signal cable is connected correctly and fi rmly.
  Adjust the level of Brightness and Contrast lower.
14 ~ 16
  The top of the monitor and surface of 
the panel heat up.  It may happen when you use the unit for long hours. Turn off the Main 
Power of the unit for a while. Please note that this is not malfunction.
57, 59
  Image cannot be displayed in the correct 
position.  Press
  button to check if the input signal of the displayed image is 
compatible with the specifi cation of the monitor. 25, 57, 
59
  When the VCR is in special playback 
features (Fast Forward or Rewind), the 
screen gets dark and cannot see the 
image at all.  It could happen when the VCR is connected to Component output, such 
as 480i.  This is not malfunction.
  
Try Composite output or S-video output and check the picture again.
  The images are not displayed on sub 
pictures in “Multi Picture mode”  There are some combinations of input signals that the images are not 
displayed on sub pictures. 
   Please check the Table of “2-Picture” and “4-picture/2-picture (1080i)” for 
details.
41 ~ 43
60
  Screen display size cannot be switched 
correctly.  The display size is fi xed at “FULL” when the receiving signals are 
1080i/60Hz, 1080i/50Hz, 720p/60Hz, or 720p/50Hz.
  Check the signal status by pressing the
  button on the remote 
control.38, 39
  Cannot be displayed the image from 
HDMI 1 or 2.  Check if the cables are connected correctly.
  Check the output format of the equipments.
  (Please refer to “Connecting Procedure” and “Recommended Signal 
List”.)
57 ~ 59
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TROUBLESHOOTING (continued)
Symptom and Check List (continued)
Symptoms Check list
Page
  Cannot display the image from “Photo 
Input function”.  Check the connecting equipments and image format.
(Please refer to “Photo Input function”.)
45, 49, 
50
  The image on the screen is moving in 
an oblique direction.
(PC input mode only)
  Adjust “Horizontal Clock” and “Clock Phase”.25
  The coarse horizontal stripes could be 
seen in full-display mode.
(PC input mode only)
  Adjust “Horizontal clock”.25
  The part of the image is lacking.
(PC input mode only)
AAAAA Try “Auto Adjust”.25
  The horizontal stripes are moving 
vertically with fl ickering screen.
(PC input mode only)  Check the Signal status of the PC by pressing
  button 
on the remote control.
  If the Vertical Frequency of the PC is set to less than 85Hz, 
adjust its level higher (up to 85Hz).  
  Set “Vertical Filter” to ON.  
(Please note that you will have lower vertical resolution with 
this action.)
26
  When the characters are displayed 
on the whole screen, the vertical 
stripes appear and some of the 
characters are blurred.
(PC input mode only)
ABCDEFGHIJabcdefgABCDEFGabcdABCDEFGHIJabcdefgABCDEFGabcd
 Try “Auto Adjust”.
  If the display condition is not improved with Auto Adjust, 
adjust “Horizontal Clock”.25
  When the letter string is displayed in 
full-screen, all of the characters on 
the screen are blurred.
(PC input mode only)
ABCDEFGHIJabcdefgABCDEFGabcdABCDEFGHIJabcdefgABCDEFGabcd
 Try “Auto Adjust”. 
  If the condition is not improved with Auto Adjust, adjust 
“Clock Phase” till you get clearest image. 25
  When the small patterns are 
displayed on the screen, the entire 
screen is fl ickering.
(PC input mode only)
 Try “Auto Adjust”.
  If the condition is not improved with Auto Adjust, adjust 
“Clock Phase” till you get fl icker-free display.25
  The thickness of the letters, lines, etc 
is not displayed evenly.
(PC input mode only)  It could happen when the image with more than 768 lines 
of vertical resolution is displayed.  
Please note this is not malfunction.
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PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS
SPECIFICATION
PanelDisplay dimensionsApprox. 32 inches 
(698 (H) x 392 (V) mm, diagonal 801mm)Approx. 37 inches 
(820 (H) x 461 (V) mm, diagonal 941mm)
Resolution 1366 (H) x 768 (V) pixels 1366 (H) x 768 (V) pixels
Net dimensionsincluding Stand:
813(W)x663(H)x350(D) mm
excluding Stand:
813(W)x584(H)x114(D) mmincluding Optional Stand:
940(W)x736(H)x350(D) mm
excluding Optional Stand:
940(W)x657(H)x119(D) mm
Net weightincluding Stand: 27.6kg
excluding Stand: 21.9kgincluding Optional Stand: 32.9kg
excluding Optional Stand: 27.2kg
Ambient 
conditionsTemperature Operating : 5°C to 35°C, Storage : 0°C to 40°C
Relative humidity Operating : 20% to 80%, Storage : 20% to 90% (non-condensing)
Power supplyAC100 - 240V, 50/60Hz
Power consumption/ at standby150W/
						

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PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS (continued)
Signal Input
RGB terminal (D-sub 15-pin connector)
Pin Input signal
1R
2 G or sync on green
3B
4 No connection
5 No connection
6 R.GND
7 G.GND
8 B.GND
9 No connection
10 GND
11 No connection
12 [SDA]
13 H. sync or H/V composite sync
14 V.sync. [V.CLK]
15 [SCL]
S-input connector pin specifi cations
Pin Input signal
1Y
2 Y-GND
3C
4 C-GND
Frame GND
Photo-input connector pin specifi cations
Pin Input signal
15V
2DM
3DP
4 GND
HDMI connector pin specifi cations
Pin Input signal Pin Input signal
1 TMDS Data2+ 11 TMDS Clock Shield
2 TMDS Data2 Shield 12 TMDS Clock-
3 TMDS Data2- 13 CEC
4 TMDS Data 1+ 14 Reserved(N.C. on device)
5 TMDS Data1 Shield 15 SCL
6 TMDS Data1- 16 SDA
7 TMDS Data0+ 17 DDC/CED Ground
8 TMDS Data0 Shield 18 +5V Power
9 TMDS Data0- 19 Hot Plug Detect
10 TMDS Clock+ When different kinds of input signals are 
simultaneously input to the monitor via a graphics 
board or the like, the monitor will automatically select 
the signals in the following priority order:
Sync signal type Priority
H/V separate sync. 1
H/V composite sync. 2
sync.on Green * 3
* Even in the case of the recommended signals shown 
on the following page, there may be instances when 
correct display is not possible. In this case, use H/V 
separate sync, H/V composite sync.
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