ZALMAN Zm M215w Users Guide

							 
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ZM-M215W User’s Guide 
 
 
FCC STATEMENT 
 
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 separation 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. 
• Only shielded interface cable should be used. 
 
Finally, any changes or modifications to the equipment by the user not 
expressly approved by the grantee or manufacturer could void the user’s 
authority to operate such equipment. 
 
 
						

							 
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• Contents 
 
1. Warning & Cautions 
2. Components 
3. Cable  Connections 
4. Function  Keys 
5. Display  Specifications   
6. Monitor  Specifications 
7. Troubleshooting 
(In 2D/3D Modes) 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
						

							 
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1. Warning & Cautions 
 
1-1. Warning 
- Inserting objects into the monitor’s vents or A/V outlet can result in fire or electrocution.   
- Do not disassemble, repair, or alter the product without the consent of the manufacturer. It 
could result in electrocution.   
- Do not pull on the cables to unplug the power cord or touch the power cord with wet hands. 
 
1-2. Cautions 
- Only use the enclosed power cord.   
- Only connect the power plug to a grounded outlet.   
- Plug the power plug all the way into the outlet to keep it stable.   
- Keep the unit a certain distance away from the wall for good ventilation to prevent the increase   
in internal temperature of the unit.   
- Do not install on a place exposed to water, oil, or humidity.   
- Install the monitor on a leveled and stable location and place the monitor in a gentle manner.   
- Do not place candles, cigarettes, or other potential causes of fire on top of the monitor, and do   
not install the monitor close to a heat source.   
- Do not use or store any flammable spray or combustible materials near the monitor.   
- Do not excessively bend the power cord or leave it under a heavy object.   
- Make sure that the vents are not blocked by cloth or curtains.   
- Keep and store the desiccating agent or vinyl wrap away from the reach of children.   
- Leaving the unit faced down on the ground or exerting excessive force on the screen can 
damage the LCD panel.   
- Unplug the power plug when not using the monitor for an extended period of time.   
- Remove the power cord when cleaning the monitor. Use a soft and dry cloth for cleaning the 
monitor.  
- Do not clean the product surface with wet cloth or chemicals such as industrial brighteners, 
wax, benzene, alcohol, solvents, insect repellents, aromatics, lubricant, rinsing liquid etc.)   
- If smoke or strange smell is emitted from the monitor, unplug the power and contact the A/S 
Center.  
 
						

							 
4 - Using the monitor in 3D Mode for 1 whole hour or more (playing games, watching videos etc.) 
could cause dizziness. Please take a brief rest after 1 hour of using the monitor in 3D (the 
time for causing dizziness varies for each individual). 
 
Disclaimer 
Zalman Tech Co., Ltd. is not responsible for any damages due to external causes, including 
but not limited to, improper use, problems with electrical power, accident, neglect, alteration, 
repair, improper installation, or improper testing.   
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
						

							 
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2. Components   
 
*1: For DVI Model only.          *2: For Audio Model only. 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Notice
 
 Please make sure the following items are included with your monitor. 
If any items are missing, contact your dealer. 
Please use the cables that are provided. Zalman does not take responsibility for 
any problems that arise from using any other cables. 
 
LCD Monitor Power Cord 15-Pin D-Sub Cable 
3D Installation DVD DVI Cable Audio Cable 
3D Glasses 
DVD 
Installation 
 
						

							 
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3. Cable Connections 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
*1 : For DVI Model only.             *2 : For Audio Model only. 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 No. Input / Output Cable Type 
1 Power  Power Cord 
2 Audio IN 
Audio Cable   *2 
3  RGB IN  15-pin D-Sub Signal Cable 
4 DVI 
DVI-D Cable   *1(Optional) 
3-1. Plug & Play 
The adoption of the new VESA Plug and Play solution eliminates complicated and time 
consuming setup. It allows you to install your monitor in a Plug and Play compatible system 
without the usual hassles and confusion. Your PC system can easily identify and configure 
itself for use with your display. This monitor automatically tells the PC system its Extended 
Display Identification Data (EDID) using Display Data Channel(DDC) protocols so the PC 
system can automatically configure itself to use the flat panel display. 
3-2. Warm-Up Time 
All LCD monitors need time to become thermally stable whenever you turn on the monitor 
after letting the monitor be turned off for a couple of hours. Therefore, to achieve more 
accurate adjustments of parameters, allow the LCD monitor to be warmed up for at least 30 
minutes before making any screen adjustments. 
! When the condition of the screen is not good, please press the AUTO button. 
  (This function may cause some temporary noise on the screen depending on VGA cards) 
 
						

							 
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4. Function Keys 
 
4-1. Operation of Function Keys 
 
Button    Function  Hot Key 
AUTO    Automatically adjusts 
the picture.   
MENU    Opens the Main Menu.   
▲  Up / Right VOLUME up 
▼ Down / Left VOLUME down 
POWER    ON / OFF   
 
 
4-2. OSD Menu Navigation 
 
1. Press the MENU button, the main OSD menu will be appear on the screen. 
 
2. Press the ▲/▼ buttons to navigate through the menu then press the MENU button to make 
the selection..   
 
3. To navigate out of a menu, press the AUTO button. 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
						

							 
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5. Display Specifications 
 
Display Modes and Frequencies   
 
Resolution Horizontal Frequency (KHz) Vertical Frequency (Hz) 
1920x1080 67.5  60 
1680x1050 65.3  60 
1280x1024 64  60 
48.4 60 
56.5 70 1024x768 
60 75 
37.9 60 
48.1 72 800x600 
46.9 75 
31.5 60 
37.9 72 640x480 
37.4 75 
720x400 31.5  70 
 
 
 
 
 
						

							 
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6. Monitor Specifications 
 
 
 
 
 
 
						

							 
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7 Troubleshooting 
 
< Cautions > 
Opening the product may cause electrocution of the user or critical damage to the product.   
Product malfunction arising from external causes, including but not limited to improper use, 
problems with electrical power, accident, neglect, alteration, repair, improper installation, or 
improper testing will only be repaired with a service charge. 
 
< Steps to Take When a Problem Arises > 
Please check the following items when a problem arises with the product. If the problem is not 
fixed after following the steps below, then please contact the nearest service center.   
 
7-1. In 2D Mode 
1. If the LED does not light up / screen does not turn ON 
    - Check to see if the monitor is running on Power-Saving Mode.   
    - Check to see if the monitor’s power is ON and if the Power Cord is properly connected.   
 
2. If the screen is not clear (if flickering, interference, noise, etc. is present) 
    - Check the VGA cable’s connection state. 
- Check to see if the screen’s Refresh Rate is set to 75Hz or above. Setting the screen’s  
refresh rate to 60Hz will provide the optimal screen state (adjust Clock and Phase).   
 
3. If the screen is blurry 
  - Adjust the screen’s Phase.   
    - Set the screen’s Refresh Rate to 60Hz.   
    - Eliminate the external video signal.   
 
4. If the screen is dark, too bright, or blurry   
    - Adjust the Brightness or Contrast.