Eizo EIZO Flexscan 43 cm 17 COLOR LCD MONITOR L550 User Manual

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carefully.  
WARNING  
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can be life threatening.  
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and/or property or product damage.  
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means, electronic, mechanical, or otherwise, without the prior written permission of EIZO  
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CORPORATION's receipt of said information. Although every effort has been made to ensure  
that this manual provides up-to-date information, please note that EIZO monitor specifications  
are subject to change without notice.  
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VGA is a registered trademark of International Business Machines Corporation.  
DPMS is a trademark and VESA is a registered trademark of Video Electronics Standards  
Association.  
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CORPORATION.  
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that this product meets the ENERGY STAR guidelines for energy efficiency.  
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TABLE OF CONTENTS  
PRECAUTIONS.....................................................................................4  
1. INTRODUCTION .....................................................................................9  
1-1. Features ........................................................................................................9  
1-2. Package Contents..........................................................................................9  
1-3. Controls & Connectors ..............................................................................10  
2. CABLE CONNECTION .........................................................................12  
2-1. Before connecting .......................................................................................12  
2-2. Connecting the signal cable ........................................................................13  
2-3. Connecting two PCs to the monitor............................................................14  
3. ScreenManager....................................................................................15  
3-1. How to use the ScreenManager ..................................................................15  
3-2. ScreenManager Adjustments and Settings...................................................16  
3-3. Useful Functions .........................................................................................17  
4. ADJUSTMENT ......................................................................................18  
4-1. Auto Screen Adjustment .............................................................................18  
4-2. Range Adjustment ......................................................................................18  
4-3. Brightness Adjustment ................................................................................19  
4-4. Color Adjustment .......................................................................................20  
4-5. Power-save Setup ........................................................................................21  
5. ATTACHING AN ARM STAND ..............................................................22  
6.TROUBLESHOOTING...........................................................................23  
7. CLEANING............................................................................................25  
8. SPECIFICATIONS.................................................................................26  
9. GLOSSARY...........................................................................................28  
APPENDIX/ANHANG/ANNEXE ..................................................................i  
TABLE OF CONTENTS  
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PRECAUTIONS  
IMPORTANT!  
This product has been adjusted specifically for use in the region to which it was  
originally shipped. If operated outside the region to which it was originally shipped,  
the product may not perform as stated in the specifications.  
To ensure personal safety and proper maintenance, please read this section and the  
caution statements on the unit (refer to the figure below).  
[Location of the Caution Statements]  
WARNING  
If the unit begins to emit smoke, smells like something is burning, or  
makes strange noises, disconnect all power connections immediately  
and contact your dealer for advice.  
Attempting to use a malfunctioning unit may result in fire, electric shock, or  
equipment damage.  
Do not open the cabinet or modify the unit.  
Opening the cabinet or modifying the unit may result in fire, electric shock, or  
burn.  
Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.  
Do not attempt to service this product yourself as opening or removing covers  
may result in fire, electric shock, or equipment damage.  
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WARNING  
Keep small objects or liquids away from the unit.  
Small objects accidentally falling through the ventilation slots into the cabinet  
or spillage into the cabinet may result in fire, electric shock, or equipment  
damage.  
If an object or liquid falls/spills into the cabinet, unplug the unit immediately.  
Have the unit checked by a qualified service engineer before using it again.  
Place the unit at the strong and stable place.  
A unit placed on an inadequate surface may fall and result in injury or  
equipment damage.  
If the unit falls, disconnect the power immediately and ask your dealer for  
advice. Do not continue using a damaged unit. Using a damaged unit may  
result in fire or electric shock.  
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Set the unit in an appropriate location.  
Not doing so may result in fire, electric shock, or equipment damage.  
* Do not place outdoors.  
* Do not place in the transportation system (ship, aircraft, trains, automobiles,  
etc.)  
* Do not place in a dusty or humid environment.  
* Do not place in a location where the steam comes directly on the screen.  
* Do not place near heat generating devices or a humidifier.  
To avoid danger of suffocation, keep the plastic packing bags away  
from babies and children.  
Use the enclosed power cord and connect to the standard power outlet  
of your country.  
Be sure to remain within the rated voltage of the power cord.  
Not doing so may result in fire or electric shock.  
To disconnect the power cord, grasp the plug firmly and pull.  
OK  
Tugging on the cord may damage and result in fire or electric shock.  
The equipment must be connected to a grounded main outlet.  
Not doing so may result in fire or electric shock.  
PRECAUTIONS  
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WARNING  
Use the correct voltage.  
* The unit is designed for use with a specific voltage only. Connection to  
another voltage than specified in this User’s Manual may cause fire, electric  
shock, or equipment damage.  
* Do not overload your power circuit, as this may result in fire or electric  
shock.  
Handle the power cord with care.  
* Do not place the cord underneath the unit or other heavy objects.  
* Do not pull on or tie the cord.  
If the power cord becomes damaged, stop using it. Use of a damaged cord may  
result in fire or electric shock.  
Never touch the plug and power cord if it begins to thunder.  
Touching them may result in electric shock.  
When attaching an arm stand, please refer to the user’s manual of the  
arm stand and install the unit securely with the enclosed screws.  
Not doing so may cause the unit to become unattached, which may result in  
injury or equipment damage. When the unit is dropped, please ask your dealer  
for advice. Do not continue using a damaged unit. Using a damaged unit may  
result in fire or electric shock. When reattaching the tilt stand, please use the  
same screws and tighten them securely.  
Do not touch a damaged LCD panel directly with bare hands.  
The liquid crystal that may leak from the panel is poisonous if it enters the eyes  
or mouth.  
If any part of the skin or body comes in direct contact with the panel, please  
wash thoroughly. If some physical symptoms result, please consult your  
doctor.  
Follow local regulation or laws for safe disposal.  
The backlight of the LCD panel contains mercury.  
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CAUTION  
Handle with care when carrying the unit.  
Disconnect the power cord and cables when moving the unit. Moving the unit  
with the cord attached is dangerous. It may result in injury.  
When handling the unit, grip the bottom of the unit firmly with both  
hands ensuring the panel faces outward before lifting.  
Dropping the unit may result in injury or equipment damage.  
OK  
Do not block the ventilation slots on the cabinet.  
* Do not place any objects on the ventilation slots.  
* Do not install the unit in a closed space.  
* Do not use the unit laid down or upside down.  
Blocking the ventilation slots prevents proper airflow and may result in fire,  
electric shock, or equipment damage.  
Do not touch the plug with wet hands.  
Doing so may result in electrical shock.  
Use an easily accessible power outlet.  
This will ensure that you can disconnect the power quickly in case of a  
problem.  
Periodically clean the area around the plug.  
Dust, water, or oil on the plug may result in fire.  
Unplug the unit before cleaning it.  
Cleaning the unit while it is plugged into a power outlet may result in electric  
shock.  
If you plan to leave the unit unused for an extended period, disconnect  
the power cord from the wall socket after turning off the power switch  
for the safety and the power conservation.  
PRECAUTIONS  
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LCD Panel  
In order to suppress the luminosity change by long-term use and to maintain  
the stable luminosity, use of a monitor in lower brightness is recommended.  
The screen may have defective pixels. These pixels may appear as slightly light  
or dark area on the screen. This is due to the characteristics of the panel itself,  
and not the product.  
The backlight of the LCD panel has a fixed life span. When the screen becomes  
dark or begins to flicker, please contact your dealer.  
Do not press on the panel or edge of the frame strongly, as this may result in  
damage to the screen. There will be prints left on the screen if the pressed  
image is dark or black. If pressure is repeatedly applied to the screen, it may  
deteriorate or damage your LCD panel. Leave the screen white to decrease the  
prints.  
Do not scratch or press on the panel with any sharp objects, such as a pencil or  
pen as this may result in damage to the panel. Do not attempt to brush with  
tissues as this may scratch the LCD panel.  
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1. INTRODUCTION  
Thank you very much for choosing an EIZO Color Monitor.  
1-1. Features  
Dual inputs compliant  
DVI (p. 28) Digital input (TMDS (p. 29)) compliant  
[Horizontal scanning frequency] Analog: 31.5 - 80 kHz, Digital: 31.5 - 64 kHz  
[Vertical scanning frequency] Analog: 56 - 75.1 Hz Vertical  
Digital: 59 - 61 Hz (VGA text: 69 - 71 Hz)  
[Resolution] 1280 dots x 1024 lines  
Auto Screen Adjustment function incorporated (p. 18)  
BrightRegulator function incorporated (p. 19)  
Support to sRGB (p. 29) standard  
1-2. Package Contents  
Please contact your local dealer for assistance if any of the listed items are missing or  
damaged.  
LCD Monitor  
EIZO LCD Utility Disk  
Power Cord  
Setup Guide  
Signal Cable (MD-C87)  
User’s Manual (in the CD-ROM)  
LIMITED WARRANTY  
Mounting Screws: M4 x 12 (mm) x 4 pcs  
NOTE  
Please retain the packing materials for future transference.  
1. INTRODUCTION  
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1-3. Controls & Connectors  
Front  
(6)  
(1)  
Control Panel  
(2)  
(3)  
(4) (5)  
(1) ScreenManager®  
(2) Control Buttons (Left, Right)*1  
(3) Enter Button  
(4) Power Button  
(5) Power Indicator*2  
Blue  
Yellow  
Off  
Operation  
Power saving  
Power off  
(6) Sensor*3  
*1 Pressing the Control buttons without displaying ScreenManager  
Left Control Button  
Switching the input signals (p. 14)  
Right Control Button Displaying the Brightness Adjustment menu  
(p. 19)  
*2 Regarding the power indicator for the “Off Timer”, see p. 17.  
*3 When using the BrightRegulator function, the sensor detects the surrounding  
brightness, see p. 19.  
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Rear  
(10)  
(11)  
(12)  
Bottom  
(7)  
(8)  
(9)  
(7) Power Connector  
(8) DVI-D Input Connector  
(9) D-Sub mini 15 pin Input Connector  
(10) 4 Holes for Mounting an Arm-Stand*4  
(11) Security Lock Slot*5  
(12) Stand  
*4  
The LCD monitor can be used with an optional arm stand by folding the stand, see  
p. 22.  
*5  
Allows for connection of a security cable. This lock supports Kensington’s  
MicroSaver security system.  
For further information, please consult:  
Kensington Technology Group  
2855 Campus Drive, San Mateo, CA 94403 USA  
Tel: 800-650-4242, x3348  
Intl: 650-572-2700, x3348 / Fax: 650-572-9675  
1. INTRODUCTION 11  
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2-1. Before connecting  
Before connecting your monitor to the PC, change the display screen settings (resolution  
(p. 28) and frequency) in accordance with the charts below.  
NOTE  
When your computer and display support VESA DDC, the suitable resolution and  
the refresh rate are set by just plugging your display into the computer without any  
manual settings.  
Analog Input  
Resolution  
640 x 480  
640 x 480  
720 x 400  
800 x 600  
832 x 624  
1024 x 768  
1152 x 864  
1152 x 870  
1280 x 960  
1280 x 960  
1280 x 1024  
Frequency  
~75 Hz  
67 Hz  
Dot Clock  
Remarks  
VGA, VESA  
Apple Macintosh  
VESA TEXT  
VESA  
70 Hz  
~75 Hz  
75 Hz  
Apple Macintosh  
VESA  
135 MHz  
(Max)  
~75 Hz  
75 Hz  
VESA  
75 Hz  
Apple Macintosh  
VESA  
60 Hz  
75 Hz  
Apple Macintosh  
VESA  
~75 Hz  
Digital Input  
Resolution  
640 x 480  
720 x 400  
720 x 480  
800 x 600  
1024 x 768  
1280 x 1024  
Frequency  
60 Hz  
Dot Clock  
Remarks  
VGA  
70 Hz  
VESA TEXT  
VESA Safe Mode  
VESA  
60 Hz  
108 MHz  
(Max)  
60 Hz  
60 Hz  
VESA  
60 Hz  
VESA  
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2-2. Connecting the signal cable  
NOTE  
Be sure that the Power buttons of both the PC and the monitor are OFF.  
1. Set up the monitor after unfolding the base of the stand.  
NOTE  
How to adjust Angles of the Monitor  
Grip upper side of the monitor firmly with both hands and adjust the  
monitor angle as desired.  
2. Plug the signal cable into the connector at the rear of the  
monitor and the other end of the cable into the video  
connector on the PC.  
After connecting, secure the connection with the screw-in fasteners.  
Analog Input  
Power Cord  
Signal Cable  
Connector  
PC  
Signal Cable (enclosed)  
Video Output  
Connector D-Sub  
mini 15 pin  
Standard graphics card  
Macintosh G3 (Blue & White) /  
Power Mac G4 (VGA)  
Signal Cable (enclosed) +  
Macintosh Adapter (Optional)  
Video Output  
Connector D-Sub  
15 pin  
Macintosh  
Digital Input  
Power Cord  
Signal Cable  
Connector  
PC  
FD-C04/ FD-C35 / FD-C39  
(Optional)  
Video Output  
Connector DVI  
Power Mac G4 (DVI)  
Digital graphics card  
NOTE  
The monitor is not compatible with a Power Mac G4/G4 Cube ADC (Apple  
Display Connector).  
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3. Plug the power cord into the power connector on the rear of the  
monitor. Then, plug the other end of the cord into a power outlet.  
WARNING  
Use the enclosed power cord and connect to the standard  
power outlet of your country.  
Be sure to remain within the rated voltage of the power cord.  
Not doing so may result in fire or electric shock.  
The equipment must be connected to a grounded main  
outlet.  
Not doing so may result in fire or electric shock.  
4. Turn on the monitor's main power and then switch on the PC's  
power.  
The monitor’s power indicator will light up (blue).  
If an image does not appear, refer to the “6. TROUBLESHOOTING” (p. 23) for  
advice.  
Whenever finished, turn off the PC and the monitor.  
NOTE  
When turning on the monitor and the computer for the first time, the Auto Screen  
Adjustment function will operate. (p. 18)  
Adjust Brightness of the screen depending on the brightness of your environment.  
Too dark or too bright of a screen can cause eyestrain. (p. 19)  
Be sure to take adequate rests. A 10-minute rest period each hour is suggested.  
2-3. Connecting two PCs to the monitor  
Two PCs can be connected to the monitor through the D-Sub mini 15 pin connector and  
the DVI connector on the back of the monitor.  
Selecting the Active Input  
Pressing the left control button without displaying the ScreenManager changes input  
signal. When switching the signal, the kind of the input signal (Analog or Digital) is  
displayed for a few seconds on the right top corner of the screen. When the one  
computer is switched off or entering the power saving mode, the monitor will  
automatically display the other signal.  
Left Control Button  
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3. ScreenManager  
3-1. How to use the ScreenManager  
Main Menu  
Control Panel  
Power Button  
Enter Button  
Right Control Button  
Left Control Button  
(To select the desired sub  
menu to the right / upward  
and adjust)  
(To select the desired sub  
menu to the left /  
downward and adjust)  
1. Entering the ScreenManager  
Press the Enter button once to display the main menu of the ScreenManager.  
2. Making Adjustments and Settings  
(1) Select the desired sub menu icon using the Control buttons and press the Enter  
button. The sub menu appears.  
(2) Use the Control buttons to select the desired setting icon and press the Enter  
button. The setting menu appears.  
(3) Use the Control buttons to make all required adjustments and press the Enter  
button to save the settings.  
3. Exiting the ScreenManager  
(1) To return to the main menu, select the <Return> icon and press the Enter  
button.  
(2) To exit the ScreenManager, select <Exit> icon and press the Enter button.  
NOTE  
Double clicking the Enter button at any time also exits the ScreenManager menu.  
3. ScreenManager 15  
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3-2. ScreenManager Adjustments and Settings  
The following table shows all the ScreenManager’s adjustment and setting menus.  
“*” indicates adjustments of analog input only.  
Main menu  
Sub menu  
Reference  
Auto Adjustment  
Screen  
*
*
*
*
*
*
Range  
Screen  
Clock  
Adjust the Clock (p. 28).  
Phase  
Adjust the Phase (p. 28).  
Adjust the Horizontal Position.  
Adjust the Vertical Position.  
4-4. Color Adjustment (p. 20)  
Hor. Position  
Ver. Position  
sRGB  
Color  
Gain  
Others  
Off Timer  
Set the power save. (p. 17)  
Adjust the menu position.  
Menu Position  
BrightRegulator  
Adjust the brightness of the screen  
automatically depending on the  
surrounding brightness. (p. 19)  
Reset  
Return to the factory default settings.  
(p. 27)  
Information  
Language  
Information  
Setting conditions, model name, serial  
number and usage time*1  
English, German,  
French, Spanish,  
Italian, Swedish and  
Japanese  
Select the ScreenManager’s language.  
*1 Due to the inspection on the factory, the usage time may not “0 hour” at shipping.  
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3-3. Useful Functions  
Adjustment Lock  
Use the “Adjustment Lock” function to prevent any accidental changes.  
Locked function  
Settings in the ScreenManager  
Unlocked function  
BrightRegulator function  
Adjusting the brightness by the right control button  
Switching the input signal by the left control button  
Turning the power on and off by the Power button  
[To lock]  
(1) Switch off the monitor’s power by the Power button.  
(2) Press on the Enter button while switching on the monitor’s power.  
[To unlock]  
(1) Switch off the monitor’s power by the Power button.  
(2) Hold down the Enter button once again and turn the power back on.  
Off Timer  
The off timer function causes the monitor to automatically enter a power off state after  
a predetermined amount of time has lapsed. This function was created to reduce  
afterimage (p. 28) characteristics that are particular to LCD monitors when the monitor  
screen is left on for a long period without use.  
[Procedure]  
(1) Select <Off Timer> in the ScreenManager <Others> menu.  
(2) Press the right and left buttons to adjust the “On Period” (1 to 23 hours).  
[Off timer system]  
PC  
Monitor  
Power Indicator  
On Period (1H - 23H)  
Last 15 min. in "On period"  
"On period" expired  
Operation  
Blue  
Advance Notice *1  
Blue Flashing  
Off  
Power off  
*1  
To delay entering the “Power Off” mode, press the Power button during the advance notice  
period. The monitor will continue to operate for an additional 90 minutes.  
[Procedure]  
Press the Power button to return to a normal screen.  
NOTE  
The off timer function works while the power-save setup is active, but there is no  
advance notice before the monitor’s power is switched off.  
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Adjust the screen by refering to the followings in each input signals.  
Analog input : Adjust the screen by refering from “4-1. Auto Screen  
Adjustment” to “4-4. Color Adjustment”.  
Digital input : Adjust the screen by refering from “4-3. Brightness Adjustment”  
to “4-4. Color Adjustment”.  
4-1. Auto Screen Adjustment  
Screen flickering is suppressed and the proper position is adjusted automatically in the  
following cases.  
When the monitor is input the input signal from the computer that has never been  
connected the monitor.  
Changing the monitor’s resolution or refresh rate  
When the screen is flicking or the position is not proper.  
[Procedure]  
(1) Select <Auto Adjustment> in the ScreenManager .  
(2) Select <Screen> in the sub menu and press the Enter button. The message “Auto in  
progress” is displayed and screen flickering is suppressed and the proper position is  
adjusted.  
NOTE  
The screen vibrates slightly about 5 seconds during the Auto screen adjustment, but  
it will return to normal after adjustment.  
The Auto sizing function is intended for use on the Macintosh and on AT-compatible  
PC running Windows. It may not work properly in either of the following cases.  
When running an AT-compatible PC on MS-DOS (Not windows). The background  
color for the “wall paper” or “desktop” pattern is set to black.  
If the appropriate screen cannot be made by using the Auto Screen Adjustment,  
adjust the screen through the Screen adjustment program.  
4-2. Range Adjustment (p. 28)  
Please be sure to follow the following procedure to display the whole color gradation  
(256 colors).  
[Procedure]  
(1) Select <Auto Adjustment> in the ScreenManager.  
(2) Select <Range> in the sub menu and press the Enter button.  
(3) The screen blanks for a moment and adjusts the color range to display the whole  
color gradation of the current output signal.  
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4-3. Brightness Adjustment  
BrightRegulator Function  
BrightRegulator function adjusts the brightness of the screen automatically depending  
on the surrounding brightness. The brightness of backlight is adjusted as the sensor on  
the upper side of the monitor detects the surrounding brightness (Default: this function  
is set “Enable”.)  
[To deactivate this function]  
(1) Select <BrightRegulator> in the ScreenManager <Others> menu.  
(2) Select “Disable”.  
NOTE  
Do not block the sensor (p.10) when using this function.  
Adjusting the present brightness manually  
[Procedure]  
(1) Press the Right control button without displaying the ScreenManger to display the  
adjusting menu.  
(2) Adjust the brightness by left and right control buttons and press the Enter button.  
NOTE  
When <BrightRegulator> is set “Enable”, brightness of the screen automatically  
adjusted depending on the surrounding brightness based on the manual brightness  
adjustment.  
4. ADJUSTMENT 19  
   
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4-4. Color Adjustment  
The <Color> menu in the ScreenManager enables to change the color of the screen.  
In this menu, <sRGB> (p. 29) can be set and <Gain> (p. 28) can be adjusted.  
In the analog input, perform the “Range Adjustment” (p. 18) before making the  
color adjustments.  
To display the screen image based on those original colors (ex. Over the  
Internet)  
Select <sRGB>.  
Select “On”.  
To change each color (red, green and blue)  
Use the <Gain> (p. 28) adjustment  
By adjusting the red, green and blue color tones for each mode, custom colors can  
be defined. The 100 % indicates unadjusted condition. Display a white or gray  
background image and adjust the <Gain>.  
NOTE  
When the <sRGB> is set “On”, the <Gain> cannot be adjusted.  
The values shown in the percentage are available only as a reference tool.  
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4-5. Power-save Setup  
This function reduces the power consumption when not using the computer although  
turing the monitor power on.  
NOTE  
Do your part to conserve energy, turn off the monitor when you are finished using it.  
Disconnecting the monitor from the power supply is recommended to save energy  
completely.  
Analog input  
This monitor complies with the “VESA DPMS” (p. 29).  
[Procedure]  
Set the PC’s power saving settings.  
[Power saving system]  
PC  
Monitor  
Power Indicator  
Operation  
Operation  
Blue  
STAND-BY  
Power saving  
SUSPEND  
OFF  
Power saving  
Yellow  
Operate the mouse or keyboard to return to a normal screen.  
Digital input  
This monitor complies with the DVI DMPM (p. 28).  
[Procedure]  
Set the PC’s power saving settings.  
[Power saving system]  
PC  
Monitor  
Operation  
Power Indicator  
Blue  
Operation  
Power saving  
Power saving  
Yellow  
Operate the mouse or keyboard to return to a normal screen.  
4. ADJUSTMENT 21  
 
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5. ATTACHING AN ARM STAND  
The LCD monitor can be used with an optional arm stand.  
Using our optional arm or stand is recommended. (Ask your local dealer for  
information.)  
NOTE  
If you will use the arm or stand of other manufacturers, confirm the followings to the  
manufacturers before selecting.  
- Hole spacing on the arm mounting: 100 mm x 100 mm (VESA compliant)  
- Supportable Weight: Total weight of the monitor (without stand) and attaching  
equipment such as a cable  
- TÜV/GS approved arm or stand  
Please connect cables after attaching an arm stand.  
Setup Procedure  
1. Lay the LCD monitor down. Do not scratch the panel.  
2. Fold the stand. (Insert the stand firmly.)  
3. Attach an arm stand to the LCD monitor securely.  
Arm-stand  
4 Mounting Screws (enclosed): M4 x 12 mm  
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6.TROUBLESHOOTING  
If a problem persists even after applying the suggested remedies, contact an EIZO dealer.  
No picture problems : See No.1 ~ No.2  
Imaging problems : See No.3 ~ No.8  
Other problems : See No.9  
Problems  
Points to check with possible solutions  
Check that the power cord is correctly  
connected. If the problem persists, turn off the  
monitor power for a few minutes, then turn it  
back on and try again.  
1. No picture  
Indicator status: Off  
Check the Brightness setting. (p. 19)  
Indicator status: Blue  
Switch the signal input. Pressing the left control  
button without displaying the ScreenManager  
changes input signal. (p. 14)  
Indicator status: Yellow  
Try pressing a key on the keyboard, or clicking  
the mouse. (p. 21)  
These messages appear when the signal is not  
inputted correctly, even if the monitor functions  
properly.  
2. Following messages appear. (Error  
messages shown below will remain  
on the screen for 40 seconds.)  
When the image is displayed correctly after a  
short time, there is no problem with the  
monitor. (Some PCs do not output the signal  
soon after powering on.)  
Check that the PC is turned ON.  
Check that the signal cable is properly  
connected to the PC or graphics board.  
Switch the signal input. Pressing the left control  
button without displaying the ScreenManager  
changes input signal. (p. 14)  
Use the graphics board’s utility software to  
change the frequency setting. (Refer to the  
manual of the graphics board.)  
Whenever an error signal message  
appears, the signal frequency will be  
displayed in red. (Example)  
6. TROUBLESHOOTING 23  
 
English  
Problems  
Points to check with possible solutions  
Adjust the image position using the  
3. Display position is incorrect.  
<Hor.Position> and <Ver.Position> (p. 16)  
If the problem persists, use the graphics board’s  
utility software to change the display position if  
available.  
Adjust the Brightness (p. 19) (The baklight of  
the LCD monitor has a fixed life span. When  
the screen becomes dark or begins to flicker,  
please consult your dealer.)  
4. The screen is too bright or too dark.  
5. Afterimages appear.  
When the screen image is changed after  
displaying the same image for a long period, an  
afterimage may appear. The “Afterimage” can  
be removed gradually by changing the displayed  
image.Use the “Off Timer” function and avoid  
keeping the screen on all the time.(p. 17)  
This is due to the characteristics of the panel  
6. The screen has defective pixels  
(e.g. slightly light or dark).  
itself, and not the LCD product.  
Leaving the screen white may solve the  
7. Fingerprints remain on the screen.  
problem.  
Select the <Screen> in the ScreenManager <Auto  
8. The screen is flicking or the  
position is not proper.  
Adjustment> menu. (p. 18)  
The adjustment lock is probably on. To unlock:  
switch the LCD monitor off. Then, while  
9. The Enter button does not operate.  
pressing the Enter, switch the power on. (p. 17)  
24 6. TROUBLESHOOTING  
English  
7. CLEANING  
Periodic cleaning is recommended to keep the monitor looking new and to prolong its  
operation lifetime.  
NOTE  
Never use thinner, benzene, alcohol (ethanol, methanol, or isopropyl alcohol),  
abrasive cleaners, or other strong solvents, as these may cause damage to the  
cabinet or LCD panel.  
Cabinet  
To remove stains, wipe the cabinet with a soft, lightly moistened cloth using a mild  
detergent. Do not spray wax or cleaner directly into the cabinet. (For details, refer to the  
manual of the PC.)  
LCD Panel  
The LCD surface can be cleaned with a soft cloth, such as cotton or lens paper.  
If necessary, stubborn stains can be removed by moistening part of a cloth with water  
to enhance its cleaning power.  
7. CLEANING 25  
English  
8. SPECIFICATIONS  
LCD Panel  
43.2 cm (17.0 inch), TFT color LCD panel with Anti-Glare  
Hard Coating  
Viewing Angle: H: 140°, V: 140°  
0.264 mm  
Dot Pitch  
Horizontal Scan  
Frequency  
Analog: 31.5 ~ 80 kHz (Automatic)  
Digital: 31.5 ~ 64 kHz  
Vertical Scan Frequency Analog: 56 Hz ~ 75.1 Hz (Automatic)  
Digital: 59 ~ 61 Hz, (VGA Text : 69 ~ 71 Hz)  
Resolution  
1280 dots x 1024 lines  
Dot Clock (Max.)  
Display Colors  
Display Area  
Analog: 135 MHz, Digital: 108 MHz  
16 million colors (max.)  
337 mm (H) x 270 mm (V) (13.3” (H) x 10.6” (V))  
(Viewable image size: 432 mm (17.0”))  
100-120/200-240 VAC±10%, 50/60 Hz, 0.7 A/0.4 A  
Max.: 38 W  
Power Supply  
Power Consumption  
Power Saving Mode: Less than 2 W  
D-Sub mini 15 pin, DVI-D  
Input Connector  
Analog Input Signal  
(Sync)  
Separate, TTL, Positive/Negative  
Input Signal (Digital)  
Signal registration  
Plug & Play  
TMDS (Single Link)  
Analog: 30 (Factory preset: 20)  
VESA DDC 2B  
Dimensions  
369 mm (W) x 298 ~ 344.5 mm (H) x 120.5 ~ 222.5 mm (D)  
(14.5”(W) x 11.7 ~ 13.6”(H) x 4.7 ~ 8.8”(D))  
Dimensions (folding  
stand)  
369 mm (W) x 350.5 mm (H) x 52 mm (D)  
(14.5”(W) x 13.8”(H) x 2.05”(D))  
Weight  
3.9 kg (8.6 lbs.)  
Temperature  
Operating: 0 °C ~ 35 °C (32 °F ~ 95 ° F)  
Storage: -20 °C ~ 60 °C (-4 °F ~ 140 ° F)  
Humidity 30% to 80% R.H. Non-condensing  
Certifications and  
Standards  
100-120 VAC  
NRTL/C-TÜV, FCC-B, TCO’03*1, TCO’99*2, EPA ENERGY  
STAR Program, TÜV/Rheinland Ergonomics Approved  
200-240 VAC  
CE, CB, TÜV Rheinland/GS, TCO’03*1, TCO’99*2, EPA  
ENERGY STAR Program, TÜV/Rheinland Ergonomics  
Approved  
*1 Gray Version / Two-tone color (gray & black) Version  
*2 Black Version  
26 8. SPECIFICATIONS  
English  
Default settings  
Analog input  
Digital input  
100%  
Brightness  
sRGB  
Off  
Gain  
100%  
Off Timer  
Menu Position  
BrightRegulator  
Language  
Disable  
Center  
Enable  
English  
Dimensions  
Unit mm (inches)  
Pin Assignment  
D-Sub mini 15 pin connector  
4
3
2
1
5
Pin  
No.  
Signal  
Pin  
No.  
Signal  
Pin  
No.  
Signal  
10  
9
8
7
6
11  
14 13 12  
15  
1
2
3
4
5
Red video  
Green video  
Blue video  
Ground  
6
Red ground  
Green ground  
Blue ground  
No pin  
11 Ground Shorted  
7
12  
13  
14  
Data (SDA)  
H. Sync  
8
9
V. Sync  
No pin  
10 Ground Shorted 15  
Clock (SCL)  
DVI-D Connector  
Pin  
No.  
Signal  
Pin  
No.  
Signal  
Pin  
No.  
Signal  
3
1
9
17  
2
4
12  
20  
6
7
8
16  
24  
5
13  
21  
10 11  
19  
14 15  
22 23  
18  
1
2
3
TMDS Data2-  
TMDS Data2+  
9
TMDS Data1-  
17  
18  
TMDS Data0-  
TMDS Data0+  
10 TMDS Data1+  
TMDS Data2/4 Shield 11 TMDS Data1/3 19  
Shield  
TMDS Data0/5  
Shield  
4
5
6
7
8
NC*  
12  
13  
14  
NC  
NC  
20  
21  
NC  
NC  
NC  
DDC Clock (SCL)  
DDC Data (SDA)  
+5V Power  
22 TMDS Clock shield  
15 Ground (For +5V) 23  
TMDS Clock+  
TMDS Clock-  
Analog Vertical Sync 16 Hot Plug Detect 24  
(*NC: No Connection)  
8. SPECIFICATIONS 27  
 
English  
9. GLOSSARY  
Afterimage  
The Afterimage is particular to LCD monitors when the monitor screen is left on for  
a long period without use. The “Afterimage” can be removed gradually by changing  
the displayed image.  
Clock  
With the analog input signal display, the analog signal is converted to a digital signal  
by the LCD circuitry. To convert the signal correctly, the LCD monitor needs to  
produce the same number clock pulse as the dot clock of the graphics system. When  
the clock pulse is not correctly set, some vertical bars of distortion are displayed on  
the screen.  
DVI  
(Digital Visual Interface)  
A digital flat panel interface. DVI can transmit digital data from the PC directly  
without loss with the signal transition method “TMDS”.  
There are two kinds of DVI connectors. One is DVI-D connector for digital signal  
input only. The other is DVI-I connector for both digital and analog signal inputs.  
DVI DMPM  
(DVI Digital Monitor Power Management)  
The Power management system for the digital interface. The “Monitor ON” status  
(operation mode) and the “Active Off” status (power-saving mode) are indispensable  
for the DVI-DMPM as the monitor’s power mode.  
Gain Adjustment  
Adjusts each color parameter for red, green and blue. The color of the LCD monitor  
is displayed through the color filter of the LCD panel. Red, green and blue are the  
three primary colors. The colors on the monitor are displayed by combining these  
three colors. The color tone can change by adjusting the illumination amount passed  
through each color’s filter.  
Phase  
The phase adjustment decides the sampling timing point for converting the analog  
input signal to a digital signal. Adjusting the phase after the clock adjustment will  
produce a clear screen.  
Range Adjustment  
The Range Adjustment controls the level of output signal range to display the whole  
color gradation.  
28 9. GLOSSARY  
             
English  
Resolution  
The LCD panel consists of a fixed number of pixel elements which are illuminated to  
form the screen image. The EIZO L550 display panel consists of 1280 horizontal  
pixels and 1024 vertical pixels. At a resolution of 1280 x 1024, all pixels are  
displayed as a full screen.  
sRGB (Standard RGB)  
“International Standard for Red, Green, and Blue color space”  
A color space was defined with the aim of the color matching between applications  
and hardware devices, such as monitors, scanners, printers and digital cameras. As a  
standard default space, sRGB allows Internet users to closely match colors.  
TMDS  
(Transition Minimized Differential Signaling)  
A signal transition method for the digital interface.  
VESA DPMS  
(Video Electronics Standards Association - Display Power Management Signaling)  
The acronym VESA stands for “Video Electronics Standards Association” and DPMS  
stands for “Display Power Management Signaling”. DPMS is a communication  
standard that PCs and graphics boards use to implement power savings on the  
monitor side.  
9. GLOSSARY 29  
       
APPENDIX/ANHANG/ANNEXE  
Preset Timing Chart for Analog input  
Timing-Übersichten für Analog Eingang  
Synchronisation des Signaux pour Analog numerique  
Based on the signal diagram shown below 19 factory presets have been registered in the  
monitor's microprocessor.  
Der integrierte Mikroprozessor des Monitors unterstützt 19 werkseitige  
Standardeinstellungen (siehe hierzu die nachfolgenden Diagramme).  
19 signaux ont été enregistrés en usine dans le microprocesseur du moniteur,  
conformément au diagramme de synchronisation ci-dessous.  
Frequencies  
H kHz  
Sync Polarity  
Dot Clock  
MHz  
Mode  
V Hz  
59.94  
70.09  
66.67  
74.55  
75.06  
74.76  
72.81  
75.00  
56.25  
60.32  
72.19  
75.00  
60.00  
70.07  
75.03  
75.00  
60.00  
60.02  
75.03  
H
V
VGA 640 × 480 @60 Hz  
25.175  
28.322  
30.240  
57.280  
100.000  
126.200  
31.500  
31.500  
36.000  
40.000  
50.000  
49.500  
65.000  
75.000  
78.750  
108.000  
108.000  
108.000  
135.000  
31.47  
31.47  
35.00  
49.72  
68.68  
74.76  
37.86  
37.50  
35.16  
37.88  
48.08  
46.88  
48.36  
56.48  
60.02  
67.50  
60.00  
63.98  
79.98  
Nega.  
Nega.  
Nega.  
Posi.  
Nega.  
Posi.  
Nega.  
Nega.  
Posi.  
Posi.  
Posi.  
Posi.  
Nega.  
Nega.  
Posi.  
Posi.  
Posi.  
Posi.  
Posi.  
Nega.  
Posi.  
Nega.  
Posi.  
Nega.  
Posi.  
Nega.  
Nega.  
Posi.  
Posi.  
Posi.  
Posi.  
Nega.  
Nega.  
Posi.  
Posi.  
Posi.  
Posi.  
Posi.  
VGA 720 × 400 @70 Hz  
Macintosh 640 × 480 @67 Hz  
Macintosh 832 × 624 @75 Hz  
Macintosh 1152 × 870 @75 Hz  
Macintosh 1280 × 960 @75 Hz  
VESA 640 × 480 @73 Hz  
VESA 640 × 480 @75 Hz  
VESA 800 × 600 @56 Hz  
VESA 800 × 600 @60 Hz  
VESA 800 × 600 @72 Hz  
VESA 800 × 600 @75 Hz  
VESA 1024 × 768 @60 Hz  
VESA 1024 × 768 @70 Hz  
VESA 1024 × 768 @75 Hz  
VESA 1152 × 864 @75 Hz  
VESA 1280 × 960 @60 Hz  
VESA 1280 × 1024 @60 Hz  
VESA 1280 × 1024 @75 Hz  
APPENDIX/ANHANG/ANNEXE  
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[Applicable to gray cabinet version only.]  
Congratulations!  
The display you have just purchased carries the TCO’03 Displays  
label. This means that your display is designed, manufactured  
and tested according to some of the strictest quality and  
environmental requirements in the world. This makes for a high  
performance product, designed with the user in focus that also  
minimizes the Impact on our natural environment.  
Some of the features of the TCO’03 Display requirements:  
Ergonomics  
Good visual ergonomics and image quality in order to improve the working  
environment for the user and to reduce sight and strain problems. Important  
parameters are luminance, contrast, resolution, reflectance, colour rendition and  
image stability.  
Energy  
Energy-saving mode after a certain time – beneficial both for the user and  
environment  
Electrical safety  
Emissions  
Electromagnetic fields  
Noise emissions  
Ecology  
The products must be prepared for recycling and the manufacturer must have a  
certified environmental management system such as EMAS or ISO 14000  
Restrictions on  
o
o
chlorinated and brominated flame retardants and polymers  
heavy metals such as cadmium, mercury and lead.  
The requirements includes in this label have been developed by TCO Development in co-  
operation with scientists, experts, users as well as manufacturers all over the world. Since the end  
of the 1980s TCO has been involved in influencing the development of IT equipment in a more  
user-friendly direction. Our labeling system with displays in 1992 and is now requested by users  
and IT-manufacturers all over the world.  
For more information, please visit  
[Applicable to black cabinet version only]  
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.  
You will find a brief summary of the environmental requirements met by this product on the  
right. The complete environmental criteria document may be ordered from:  
TCO Development  
SE-114 94 Stockholm, Sweden  
Fax: +46 8 782 92 07  
Email (Internet): [email protected]  
Current information regarding TCO’99 approved and labelled products may also be obtained  
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.  
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 haevy metals which are Bio-accumulative.  
For U.S.A, Canada, etc. (rated 100-120 Vac) Only  
FCC Declaration of Conformity  
We, the Responsible Party  
EIZO NANAO TECHNOLOGIES INC.  
5710 Warland Drive, Cypress, CA 90630  
Phone: (562) 431-5011  
declare that the product  
Trade name: EIZO  
Model: FlexScan L550  
is in conformity with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation of this product is subject to the  
following two 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.  
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.  
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance  
could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.  
Note  
Use the attached specified cable below or EIZO signal cable with this monitor so as to keep  
interference within the limits of a Class B digital device.  
- AC Cord  
- Shielded Signal Cable (D-SUB mini 15 pin - D-SUB mini 15 pin, the enclosed signal cable)  
- Stereo mini-jack cable  
Canadian Notice  
This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.  
Cet appareil numérique de le classe B est comforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.  
Recycle Auskunft  
Die Rücknahme dieses Produktes nach Nutzungsende übernimmt EIZO in Deutschland  
zusammen mit dem Partner von Roll MBB Recycling GmbH. Dort werden die Geräte in ihre  
Bestandteile zerlegt, die dann der Wiederverwertung zugeführt werden. Um einen  
Abholtermin zu vereinbaren und die aktuellen Kosten zu erfahren, benutzen Sie bitte folgende  
Rufnummer: 02153-73 35 00. Weitere Informationen finden Sie auch unter der Internet-  
Adresse: www.eizo.de.  
Recycling Information for customers in Switzerland:  
All recycling information is placed in the SWICO’s website.  
Recycling-Information für Kunden in der Schweiz:  
Alle Informationen zum Thema Recycling finden Sie auf der Homepage des Brancheverbandes  
SWICO.  
Renseignements de recyclage pour les clients en Suisse:  
Vous trouvez tous les renseignements pour le sujet de recyclage sur la page WEB de I’UNION  
DE BRAN CHE SWICO.  
Recycling Information for customers in USA:  
All recycling information is placed in the EIZO Nanao Technologies, Inc’s website.  
Återvinnings information för kunder i Sverige:  
All information om återvinning finns på Eizo Nordics hemsida:  

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