Sharp LCD MONITOR - Controlling the Monitor by a Computer

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Controlling the monitor by a computer
When the RS-232C terminal on the monitor is connected to the RS-232C serial terminal on the computer,
or when the LAN terminal on the monitor is connected to the LAN terminal on the computer, the computer
can be used to control the monitor. Refer to the “SETUP MANUAL” contained on the supplied CD-ROM for
details.
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When connecting to a computer using an RS-232C serial control cable
To RS-232C terminal
To RS-232C terminal
RS-232C serial control cable
(cross type, commercially available)
Computer Rear view
• The RS-232C function may not operate if your computer terminal is not correctly set up. Refer to the operation manual of the
computer for details.
• Refer to “SETUP MANUAL” contained on the supplied CD-ROM for the RS-232C specifi cations and commands.
• Do not connect the RS-232C cable to a terminal other than the RS-232C terminal on the computer. This may damage your
computer or monitor.
• Do not connect or disconnect an RS-232C serial control cable to or from the computer while it is on. This may damage your
computer.
Note
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When connecting to the LAN terminal using a LAN cable
* To ensure safety, do not
connect the LAN terminal
with any cables such as
a telephone line that may
cause excessive voltage.
To LAN terminalTo LAN terminal
LAN cable
(Category 5 type)
Hub or computer
Rear view
• When connecting to a hub, use
straight-through
Category 5 (CAT.5) type cable.
• When connecting to a computer, use
cross-over
Category 5 (CAT.5) type cable.
Note
Connecting Peripheral Equipment