Page 2 - In other Countries outside the EU; B. Information on Disposal for Business Users; In the European Union
A. Information on Disposal for Users (private households) 1. In the European Union Attention: If you want to dispose of this equipment, please do not use the ordinary dustbin! Used electrical and electronic equipment must be treated separately and in accordance with legislation that requires proper ...
Page 3 - IMPORTANT INFORMATION; RISK OF ELECTRIC; CAUTION; IMPORTANT
3 E IMPORTANT INFORMATION WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS PRODUCT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN CAUTION CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER. NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFI...
Page 4 - SAFETY PRECAUTIONS; DEAR SHARP CUSTOMER
4 E Thank you for your purchase of a SHARP LCD product. To ensure safety and many years of trouble-free operation of your product, please read the Safety Precautions carefully before using this product. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Electricity is used to perform many useful functions, but it can also cause pe...
Page 5 - Especially for child safety
5 E SAFETY PRECAUTIONS (Continued) 19. Batteries — Incorrect use of batteries may cause the batteries to burst or ignite. A leaky battery may corrode the equipment, dirty your hands or spoil your clothing. In order to avoid these problems, make sure to observe the precautions below: • Use the specif...
Page 6 - TIPS AND SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
6 E - 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....
Page 7 - MOUNTING PRECAUTIONS; For the monitor in portrait orientation; For the monitor in landscape orientation
7 E MOUNTING PRECAUTIONS • This product is for use indoors.• A mounting bracket compliant with VESA specifications is required. • Since the monitor is heavy, consult your dealer before installing, removing or moving the monitor. • Do not hold the monitor by the speakers.• Mounting the monitor on the...
Page 8 - Specifications
8 E Supplied Components If any component should be missing, please contact your dealer. Liquid Crystal Display Monitor: 1 Remote control unit: 1 Cable clamp: 2 Power cord R-6 battery (“AA” size): 2 CD-ROM (Utility Disk for Windows): 1 Setup Manual: 1 Vertical sticker (Logo): 1 Vert...
Page 9 - Front view; Part Names; Rear view
9 E n Front view 6 7 4 5 8 8 24 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 9 2223 2 3 4 5 * 1 Guideline Part Names n Rear view Caution • Consult your SHARP dealer for attachment/detachment of optional parts. • When lifting or moving the monitor, do not hold by the speakers. 1. LCD panel 2. Power LED (See p...
Page 10 - Signal transmitter
10 E Part Names n Remote control unit 1 23 4 5 6 11 8 7 9 10 1. Signal transmitter 2. POWER button (See page 16.) 3. MUTE button (See page 18.) 4. VOL +/- buttons (See page 18.) BRIGHT +/- buttons (See page 18.) Cursor control ( / / / ) buttons 5. DISPLAY button (See page 18.) 6. MODE button (See pa...
Page 11 - Connecting Peripheral Equipment; Input mode; HDMI input terminal
11 E 9 4 7 5 10 8 11 12 13 1 2 3 6 Connecting Peripheral Equipment Caution • Be sure to turn off the main power switch and disconnect the plug from the power outlet before connecting/ disconnecting cables. Also, read the manual of the equipment to be connected. • Be careful not to confuse the input ...
Page 12 - Audio1 input terminal; Audio output terminals
12 E Connecting Peripheral Equipment 7. Audio1 input terminal • Use an audio cable without resistance. • Set the audio input terminal to be used in each input mode in AUDIO SELECT on the SETUP menu. 8. Audio2 input terminals • Set the audio input terminal to be used in each input mode in AUDIO SELEC...
Page 13 - Connecting the Power Cord
13 E Connecting the Power Cord Caution • Use only the power cord supplied with the monitor. 1. Turn off the main power switch. 2. Plug the power cord (supplied) into the AC input terminal. 3. Plug the power cord (supplied) into the AC power outlet. Power cord (Supplied) AC input terminal For power o...
Page 14 - Binding Cables
14 E Binding Cables The cables connected to the terminals on the rear of the monitor can be fastened with the cable clamp. Attach the cable clamp into the cable clamp attachment on the rear of the monitor and fasten the cables. [PN-U473] [PN-U553] [PN-U423] Cable clamp attachment Cable Cable clamp
Page 15 - Preparing the Remote Control Unit; Installing the batteries; Remote control operation range
15 E Preparing the Remote Control Unit Installing the batteries 1. Press the cover gently and slide it in the direction of the arrow. 2. See the instructions in the compartment and put in the supplied batteries (R-6 (“AA” size) x 2) with their plus (+) and minus (-) sides oriented correctly. 3. Clos...
Page 16 - Turning on the main power; Status
16 E Caution • Turn on the monitor first before turning on the PC or playback device. Turning on the main power Main power switch Caution • The main power must be turned on/off with the main power switch. Do not connect/disconnect the power cord or turn the breaker on/off while the main power switch...
Page 17 - Operation mode; The clock stops if the main power remains off for about
17 E Turning Power On/Off n Operation mode When the monitor is turned on for the first time after being shipped from the factory, the operation mode setting screen will be displayed. Set it to MODE1 or MODE2. MODE1 ....OFF IF NO OPERATION is set to ON, and STANDBY MODE is set to LOW POWER. (These se...
Page 18 - Basic Operation
18 E Basic Operation 1 2 34 5 8 9 10 7 6 1. INPUT (Input mode selection) The menu is displayed. Press or to select the input mode, and press ENTER to enter. * You can select the input terminal by pressing the input switch of the monitor. Input mode Video Audio DVI-D DVI-D input terminal * DisplayPor...
Page 19 - WIDE; NORMAL
19 E Basic Operation n Switching the screen size Even when the screen size is changed, the display may remain the same depending on the input signal. WIDE Displays image so it fills the entire screen. NORMAL Displays image so it fills the screen without changing the aspect ratio of the input signals...
Page 20 - Menu Items; Displaying the menu screen; Example of operation; Menu screen display
20 E Menu Items Displaying the menu screen Video and audio adjustment and settings of various functions are enabled. This section describes how to use the menu items. See pages 21 to 27 for details of each menu items. Caution • Do not turn the main power switch off while the menu items are being dis...
Page 21 - Menu item details; SIZE
21 E Menu item details The menu will differ depending on the input mode. n SCREEN AUTO (D-SUB) The CLOCK, PHASE, H-POS, and V-POS are automatically adjusted.Pressing ENTER performs adjustment. Use this automatic adjustment when you use the D-SUB to display a PC screen for the first time or when you ...
Page 23 - SETUP
23 E Menu Items n AUDIO TREBLE Adjusts the volume of treble-level sound. BASS Adjusts the volume of bass-level sound. BALANCE Adjusts the balance of the audio sound between right and left. RESET Resets the values of the AUDIO menu items to the factory preset values. Select “ON” and then press ENTER ...
Page 25 - SCREEN MOTION; LOGO SCREEN; BACKLIGHT OFF
25 E Menu Items n OTHERS SCREEN MOTION Residual images can be reduced by moving the entire screen vertically and horizontally. Set the time (operating interval) until the screen moves. POWER MANAGEMENT POWER MANAGEMENT determines whether or not to switch modes from no signal to the input signal stan...
Page 26 - Dual screen display
26 E n Dual screen display You can display two screens simultaneously. Set this function with PIP MODES of PIP/PbyP in the MULTI/ PIP menu. PIP Main screen Sub screen A sub screen is displayed inside a main screen. PbyP Main screen Sub screen A main screen and a sub screen are displayed in a line. P...
Page 28 - Adjustments for PC screen display; Automatic adjustment; Screen display for adjustment
28 E Menu Items Adjustments for PC screen display n Automatic adjustment When you use the D-SUB to display a PC screen for the first time, or when you change the setting of the PC, use the automatic screen adjustment. 1. Switch the input to D-SUB and display the adjustment pattern. (See the descript...
Page 30 - PC connection; Daisy chain connection...; Advanced operation; Communication conditions; Command format
30 E Controlling the Monitor with a PC (RS-232C) You can control this monitor from a PC via RS-232C (COM port) on the PC. You can also connect multiple monitors via a daisy chain by using a PC. By assigning ID numbers to each monitor (see page 31), you can make input mode selection/adjustment or can...
Page 31 - Response code format; When a command has been executed correctly; Communication interval; ID numbers
31 E Controlling the Monitor with a PC (RS-232C) n Response code format When a command has been executed correctly O K Return code (0D H , 0A H ) A response is returned after a command is executed. * If an ID number has been assigned O K SPC 0 0 1 ID number of responding monitor Space (20 H ) Return...
Page 32 - Commands for ID control; IDST; IDSL; IDLK
32 E Controlling the Monitor with a PC (RS-232C) n Commands for ID control The command examples shown on this page assume the following connection and ID number set up. ID number: 1 ID number: 2 ID number: 3 ID number: 4 IDST ........ . A monitor receiving this command sets its own ID number in the ...
Page 34 - RS-232C command table; How to read the command table; Power control/Input mode selection
34 E RS-232C command table How to read the command table Command: Command field (See page 30.) Direction: W When the “Parameter” is set in the parameter field (see page 30), the command functions as described under “Control/Response Contents”. R The returned value indicated under “Reply” can be obta...
Page 38 - Others
38 E Others Function Command Direction Parameter Reply Control/Response contents * VOLUME VOLM WR 0-31 0-31 ○ MUTE MUTE WR 0-1 0-1 0: OFF, 1: ON - TEMPERATURE SENSOR DSTA R 0 Internal temperature normal ○ 1 Internal temperature abnormal has occurred and the monitor is in standby mode 2 Internal temp...
Page 39 - Settings to connect to a LAN; ■ To set on the monitor; DHCP CLIENT
39 E Your monitor can be connected to a LAN allowing you to control it from a PC on the LAN. The connection requires a commercially available LAN cable (UTP cable, Category 5, straight through). Hub LAN terminal LAN cable (commercially available, straight) Network (LAN) TIPS • You must assign an IP ...
Page 40 - ■ To set from a PC; Set up process; (3) Configuring the monitor’s LAN settings
40 E ■ To set from a PC When the monitor is connected to a PC, LAN settings can be configured via PC. Set up process (1) Connect your monitor to a PC (2) Specify the PC’s IP address (3) Configure the monitor’s LAN settings (1) Connecting your monitor to a PC Connect a commercially available crossove...
Page 41 - Controlling with a PC; ■ Basic operation
41 E 6. Click SETUP. 7. Click [ ] next to LAN SETUP. 8. Specify the DHCP CLIENT, IP ADDRESS,etc. DHCP CLIENT If your LAN has a DHCP server and you wish to obtain an address automatically, change this setting to ON. To set the address manually, set this to OFF. IP ADDRESS If the DHCP CLIENT is set to...
Page 42 - ■ PC operation
42 E Controlling the Monitor with a PC (LAN) ■ PC operation 1 2 3 5 4 SCREEN Page 21 PICTURE Page 22 INPUT SOURCE Page 18 AUDIO Page 23 VOLUME Page 18 SETUP Page 23 SCHEDULE Page 27 LAN SETUP Page 43 MONITOR Page 24 MULTI/PIP Page 24 OTHERS Page 25 SNMP Page 43 FUNCTION Page 29 For details on each i...
Page 43 - ■ SNMP
43 E ■ LAN SETUP / SECURITY / GENERAL This screen allows you to set the settings necessary when the monitor is connected to a LAN. DHCP CLIENT If your LAN has a DHCP server and you wish to obtain an address automatically, change this setting to ON. To set the address manually, set this to OFF. IP AD...
Page 44 - (3) Disconnect the connection with the monitor and
44 E Controlling the Monitor with a PC (LAN) “Advanced operation” Command-based control You can control the monitor using RS-232C commands (see page 34) via terminal software and other appropriate applications. In order to use this function, enable a connection to the monitor through Internet Explor...
Page 45 - Troubleshooting
45 E Troubleshooting If you are experiencing any problem with your display, before calling for service, please review the following troubleshooting tips. There is no picture or sound. • Is the power cord disconnected? (See page 13.)• Is the main power switch off? (See page 16.)• Is the monitor in st...
Page 46 - The Power LED is flashing in red and green alternately.
46 E The Power LED is flashing in red and green alternately. • When the internal temperature of the monitor rises excessively, the brightness of the backlight decreases automatically in order to prevent high-temperature-related problems. When this occurs, the Power LED flashes red and green alternat...
Page 47 - Product Specifications
47 E Specifications n Product Specifications Model PN-U553 PN-U473 PN-U423 LCD component 55" Class [54-5/8 inch (138.8cm) diagonal] TFT LCD 47" Class [46-15/16 inch (119.3cm) diagonal] TFT LCD 42" Class [42 inch (106.7cm) diagonal] TFT LCD Max. resolution (pixels) 1920 x 1080 Max. colors...
Page 49 - Power management
49 E n Power management This monitor conforms to VESA DPMS and DVI DMPM. Both your video card and computer must support the same standard in order for the monitor’s power management function to work. DPMS: Display Power Management Signaling DPMS Screen Power consumption* Hsync Vsync ON STATE Display...
Page 51 - RS-232C input terminal pins
51 E Specifications n DVI-D input terminal pins (DVI-D 24 pin) No. Function No. Function 1 TMDS data 2- 13 N.C. 2 TMDS data 2+ 14 +5V 3 TMDS data 2/4 shield 15 GND 4 N.C. 16 Hot-plug detection 5 N.C. 17 TMDS data 0- 6 DDC clock 18 TMDS data 0+ 7 DDC data 19 TMDS data 0/5 shield 8 N.C. 20 N.C. 9 TMDS...
Page 52 - RS-232C output terminal pins
52 E Specifications n DVI-D output terminal pins (DVI-D 24 pin) No. Function No. Function 1 TMDS data 2- 13 N.C. 2 TMDS data 2+ 14 +5V 3 TMDS data 2/4 shield 15 GND 4 N.C. 16 Hot-plug detection 5 N.C. 17 TMDS data 0- 6 DDC clock 18 TMDS data 0+ 7 DDC data 19 TMDS data 0/5 shield 8 N.C. 20 N.C. 9 TMD...
Page 53 - Mounting Precautions
53 E • When installing, removing or moving the monitor, ensure that this is carried out by at least 2 people. • Be sure to use a wall-mount bracket designed or designated for mounting the monitor.• This monitor is designed to be installed on a concrete wall or pillar. Reinforced work might be necess...
