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WE CANNOT GUARANTEE THE ACCURACY OF THIS INFORMATION AFTER THE DATE OF PUBLICATION AND DISCLAIMS RE LIABILITY FOR CHANGES, ERRORS OR OMISSIONS. Prepared By: WuHaiyan Checked By: Sushi Manufacture Date: May-29-04 1 EVERY REASONABLE EFFORT HAS BEEN MADE TO ENSURE THE ACCURACY OF THIS MANUAL; DELL E173FP Service Manual SERVICE MANUAL 17" LCD Monitor DELL E173FP THESE DOCUMENTS ARE FOR REPAIR SERVICE INFORMATION ONLY.
WE CANNOT GUARANTEE THE ACCURACY OF THIS INFORMATION AFTER THE DATE OF PUBLICATION AND DISCLAIMS RE LIABILITY FOR CHANGES, ERRORS OR OMISSIONS. Prepared By: WuHaiyan Checked By: Sushi Manufacture Date: May-29-04 1 EVERY REASONABLE EFFORT HAS BEEN MADE TO ENSURE THE ACCURACY OF THIS MANUAL; DELL E173FP Service Manual SERVICE MANUAL 17" LCD Monitor DELL E173FP THESE DOCUMENTS ARE FOR REPAIR SERVICE INFORMATION ONLY.
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... Chart 14 5.3 Electrical Block Diagram 16 5.3.1 Main Board 16 5.3.2 Inverter/Power Board 17 6. OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 6 3.1 GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS 6 3.2 CONTROL BUTTONS 6 3.3 ADJUSTING THE PICTURE 7 4. Schematic 18 6.1 Main Board 18 6.2 Inverter/Power Board 23 2 DELL E173FP Service Manual Table of Contents Table of Contents 2 1. LCD MONITOR DESCRIPTION 5 3. Input/Output Specification 10 4.1 Input Signal Connector 10 4.1.1 Analog D-SUB Connector...
... Chart 14 5.3 Electrical Block Diagram 16 5.3.1 Main Board 16 5.3.2 Inverter/Power Board 17 6. OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 6 3.1 GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS 6 3.2 CONTROL BUTTONS 6 3.3 ADJUSTING THE PICTURE 7 4. Schematic 18 6.1 Main Board 18 6.2 Inverter/Power Board 23 2 DELL E173FP Service Manual Table of Contents Table of Contents 2 1. LCD MONITOR DESCRIPTION 5 3. Input/Output Specification 10 4.1 Input Signal Connector 10 4.1.1 Analog D-SUB Connector...
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MONITOR SPECIFICATIONS LCD Panel Input Display Colors Dot Clock Max. Resolution Plug & Play Power Consumption Driving system Size Pixel pitch Viewable angle Response time (typ.) Video Sync. W.) Packaged Unpackaged TFT Color LCD 43cm(17.0") 0.264mm(H) x 0.264mm(V) 140˚ (H) 120˚ (V) 16 ms Analog Only H/V TTL Separate and Composite Sync. 30kHz - 80kHz 56-75Hz Over 16.2 million Colors 135MHz 1280 x 1024 VESA DDC2BTM Type H-Frequency V-Frequency ON Mode Power Saving Maximum Screen Size Power Source Environmental Considerations Weight (N. DELL E173FP Service Manual 1.
MONITOR SPECIFICATIONS LCD Panel Input Display Colors Dot Clock Max. Resolution Plug & Play Power Consumption Driving system Size Pixel pitch Viewable angle Response time (typ.) Video Sync. W.) Packaged Unpackaged TFT Color LCD 43cm(17.0") 0.264mm(H) x 0.264mm(V) 140˚ (H) 120˚ (V) 16 ms Analog Only H/V TTL Separate and Composite Sync. 30kHz - 80kHz 56-75Hz Over 16.2 million Colors 135MHz 1280 x 1024 VESA DDC2BTM Type H-Frequency V-Frequency ON Mode Power Saving Maximum Screen Size Power Source Environmental Considerations Weight (N. DELL E173FP Service Manual 1.
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Monitor Block Diagram CCFT Driver. 2. and provides the 12V DC-power to main board. The internal Inverter/power board will contain a main board, an internal inverter/power board, keypad board, which house the flat panel control logic, brightness control logic and DDC. Flat Panel and CCFL backlight Inverter/Power Board AC Power IN Main Board Keyboard RS232 Connector For white balance adjustment in factory mode HOST Computer Video signal, DDC 5 LCD MONITOR DESCRIPTION DELL E173FP Service Manual The LCD MONITOR will drive the backlight of panel and the DC-DC conversion.
Monitor Block Diagram CCFT Driver. 2. and provides the 12V DC-power to main board. The internal Inverter/power board will contain a main board, an internal inverter/power board, keypad board, which house the flat panel control logic, brightness control logic and DDC. Flat Panel and CCFL backlight Inverter/Power Board AC Power IN Main Board Keyboard RS232 Connector For white balance adjustment in factory mode HOST Computer Video signal, DDC 5 LCD MONITOR DESCRIPTION DELL E173FP Service Manual The LCD MONITOR will drive the backlight of panel and the DC-DC conversion.
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Calling the Image setting window Auto Adjust Auto adjust will produce best image automatically, The information of the LCD display, it's 6500K; Blue preset =5700Kcolour of the LCD display, it 's 5700K; Red preset =9300K colour of the OSD menu Position With this function you move the OSD menu up or ... the LCD display, it 's 9300K; Vertical Setting the vertical position of the basic colours (red, green, blue) as required. You can change the colour ratios of the OSD menu Position With this function you move the OSD menu to the left or to the right. DELL E173FP Service ...
Calling the Image setting window Auto Adjust Auto adjust will produce best image automatically, The information of the LCD display, it's 6500K; Blue preset =5700Kcolour of the LCD display, it 's 5700K; Red preset =9300K colour of the OSD menu Position With this function you move the OSD menu up or ... the LCD display, it 's 9300K; Vertical Setting the vertical position of the basic colours (red, green, blue) as required. You can change the colour ratios of the OSD menu Position With this function you move the OSD menu to the left or to the right. DELL E173FP Service ...
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...1280 x 1024 For ergonomic reasons, a screen resolution of 60 Hz. 10 Input/Output Specification 4.1 Input Signal Connector 4.1.1 Analog D-SUB Connector DELL E173FP Service Manual 10 5 9 4 8 3 7 2 6 1 17 16 15 14 13 12 11 Pin Meaning Pin 1 Video input red 9 2 Video input green 10 3 Video input blue 11 4 Ground...-Data H. Sync DDC Clock 4.2 Factory Preset Display Modes The following are the most frequently used (active matrix) an LCD monitor provides a totally flicker-free picture even with a refresh rate of 1280 x 1024 pixels is recommended. Sync V. 4.
...1280 x 1024 For ergonomic reasons, a screen resolution of 60 Hz. 10 Input/Output Specification 4.1 Input Signal Connector 4.1.1 Analog D-SUB Connector DELL E173FP Service Manual 10 5 9 4 8 3 7 2 6 1 17 16 15 14 13 12 11 Pin Meaning Pin 1 Video input red 9 2 Video input green 10 3 Video input blue 11 4 Ground...-Data H. Sync DDC Clock 4.2 Factory Preset Display Modes The following are the most frequently used (active matrix) an LCD monitor provides a totally flicker-free picture even with a refresh rate of 1280 x 1024 pixels is recommended. Sync V. 4.
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Maintainability 8.1 Equipments and Tools Requirement ¾ Voltage meter. ¾ Oscilloscope. ¾ Pattern Generator. ¾ DDC Tool with a IBM Compatible Computer. ¾ Alignment Tool. ¾ LCD Color Analyzer. ¾ Service Manual. ¾ User Manual. 28 7.3 Keypad Board DELL E173FP Service Manual 8.
Maintainability 8.1 Equipments and Tools Requirement ¾ Voltage meter. ¾ Oscilloscope. ¾ Pattern Generator. ¾ DDC Tool with a IBM Compatible Computer. ¾ Alignment Tool. ¾ LCD Color Analyzer. ¾ Service Manual. ¾ User Manual. 28 7.3 Keypad Board DELL E173FP Service Manual 8.
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... the tolerance =100±2 35 a. White-Balance, Luminance adjustment Approximately 2 Hours should be allowed for warm up or down arrow on chroma 7120 ) 11 The LCD-indicator on chroma 7120 will show x = 313 ±10, y = 329 ±10, Y = 180 ±10 cd/m2 4 In sRGB sub-menu, adjust... "MODE" button) 2 Switch the MEM.channel to Channel 01 (with up or down arrow on chroma 7120) 3 The LCD-indicator on chroma 7120 will activate the factory mode, Gain adjustment: Move cursor to "-Factory Setting-" and press MENU key to adjust Gain and Offset automatically; DELL E173FP Service Manual 9.
... the tolerance =100±2 35 a. White-Balance, Luminance adjustment Approximately 2 Hours should be allowed for warm up or down arrow on chroma 7120 ) 11 The LCD-indicator on chroma 7120 will show x = 313 ±10, y = 329 ±10, Y = 180 ±10 cd/m2 4 In sRGB sub-menu, adjust... "MODE" button) 2 Switch the MEM.channel to Channel 01 (with up or down arrow on chroma 7120) 3 The LCD-indicator on chroma 7120 will activate the factory mode, Gain adjustment: Move cursor to "-Factory Setting-" and press MENU key to adjust Gain and Offset automatically; DELL E173FP Service Manual 9.
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Adjust Color2 (57000K) color-temperature 17 Switch the chroma-7120 to RGB-mode (with press "MODE" button) 18 Switch the MEM.channel to Channel 03 (with up or down arrow on chroma 7120) 19 The LCD-indicator on chroma 7120 will show x = 328 ±10, y = 344 ±10, Y = 180 ±10 cd/m2... RGB value meet the tolerance =100±2 25 Move cursor to " Exit/Save" sub-menu and press MENU key to quit from factory mode. 36 DELL E173FP Service Manual c.
Adjust Color2 (57000K) color-temperature 17 Switch the chroma-7120 to RGB-mode (with press "MODE" button) 18 Switch the MEM.channel to Channel 03 (with up or down arrow on chroma 7120) 19 The LCD-indicator on chroma 7120 will show x = 328 ±10, y = 344 ±10, Y = 180 ±10 cd/m2... RGB value meet the tolerance =100±2 25 Move cursor to " Exit/Save" sub-menu and press MENU key to quit from factory mode. 36 DELL E173FP Service Manual c.
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... of the display and its components. Back to large corporate environments. Displaying brilliant images at an affordable price will appreciate the value that the Dell E173FP provides. Front View Back View Bottom View Side View Back to 1280x1024 pixels, this Active Matrix TFT LCD monitor is ideal for purchasing the Dell E173FP 17-inch Flat Panel Display.
... of the display and its components. Back to large corporate environments. Displaying brilliant images at an affordable price will appreciate the value that the Dell E173FP provides. Front View Back View Bottom View Side View Back to 1280x1024 pixels, this Active Matrix TFT LCD monitor is ideal for purchasing the Dell E173FP 17-inch Flat Panel Display.
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... Adjust' button Adjust 'Phase' and 'Clock' controls via OSD Perform monitor self-test feature check and determine if these lines are permanently on and is a natural defect that occurs in LCD technology Brightness Problems Geometric Distortion Picture too dim or too bright Screen not... centered correctly Horizontal/Vertical Screen has one or more Lines lines Sync Problems Screen is scrambled or appears torn Perform monitor reset Push 'Auto Adjust' button ...
... Adjust' button Adjust 'Phase' and 'Clock' controls via OSD Perform monitor self-test feature check and determine if these lines are permanently on and is a natural defect that occurs in LCD technology Brightness Problems Geometric Distortion Picture too dim or too bright Screen not... centered correctly Horizontal/Vertical Screen has one or more Lines lines Sync Problems Screen is scrambled or appears torn Perform monitor reset Push 'Auto Adjust' button ...
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LCD Scratched Safety Related Issues Intermittent Problems Screen has scratches or smudges Visible signs of smoke or sparks Monitor malfunctions on & off Turn monitor off and unplug the power cord and then plug back and power on the screen Turn the monitor off and clean the screen For cleaning instruction,... if the intermittent problem occurs in self-test mode Product Specific Problems SPECIFIC SYMPTOMS Screen image is too small Cannot adjust the monitor with the buttons on the front panel WHAT YOU EXPERIENCE POSSIBLE SOLUTIONS Image is centered on screen, but does not fill entire...
LCD Scratched Safety Related Issues Intermittent Problems Screen has scratches or smudges Visible signs of smoke or sparks Monitor malfunctions on & off Turn monitor off and unplug the power cord and then plug back and power on the screen Turn the monitor off and clean the screen For cleaning instruction,... if the intermittent problem occurs in self-test mode Product Specific Problems SPECIFIC SYMPTOMS Screen image is too small Cannot adjust the monitor with the buttons on the front panel WHAT YOU EXPERIENCE POSSIBLE SOLUTIONS Image is centered on screen, but does not fill entire...
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TFT LCD Diagonal 17 inches (432.0 mm) Horizontal 13.3 inches (337.9 mm) Vertical 10.6 inches (270.3 mm) 0.264 x 0.264 mm 120° (vertical) typical, 140° (horizontal) typical 250 ... scan range Vertical scan range Optimal preset resolution Highest preset resolution 31 kHz to 80 kHz (automatic) 56 Hz to Contents Page Specifications: Dell™ E173FP Flat Panel Color Monitor User's Guide General • Flat Panel • Resolution • Preset Display Modes • Electrical • Physical Characteristics • Environmental • Power Management Modes...
TFT LCD Diagonal 17 inches (432.0 mm) Horizontal 13.3 inches (337.9 mm) Vertical 10.6 inches (270.3 mm) 0.264 x 0.264 mm 120° (vertical) typical, 140° (horizontal) typical 250 ... scan range Vertical scan range Optimal preset resolution Highest preset resolution 31 kHz to 80 kHz (automatic) 56 Hz to Contents Page Specifications: Dell™ E173FP Flat Panel Color Monitor User's Guide General • Flat Panel • Resolution • Preset Display Modes • Electrical • Physical Characteristics • Environmental • Power Management Modes...
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... not be exposed to an electrical shock hazard. Do not allow water or other soft surface, as you need to contact Dell, use your monitor does not operate normally - The screen is made of glass and can have a voltage selection switch for an extended period ... Website: www.dell.com.ar E-mail: us_latin_services@dell.com E-mail for desktop and portable computers: la-techsupport@dell.com E-mail for more information. Avoid moving the LCD monitor between locations with a damp cloth when necessary, being sure to unplug the monitor first. Do not subject the LCD monitor to a damp...
... not be exposed to an electrical shock hazard. Do not allow water or other soft surface, as you need to contact Dell, use your monitor does not operate normally - The screen is made of glass and can have a voltage selection switch for an extended period ... Website: www.dell.com.ar E-mail: us_latin_services@dell.com E-mail for desktop and portable computers: la-techsupport@dell.com E-mail for more information. Avoid moving the LCD monitor between locations with a damp cloth when necessary, being sure to unplug the monitor first. Do not subject the LCD monitor to a damp...
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...or extreme cold. Back to severe vibration or high impact conditions. Back to Contents Page Positioning the Display: Dell™ E173FP Flat Panel Color Monitor User's Guide Consider the following temperature and humidity ranges. Choose a site falling within the following environmental factors...subject the LCD monitor to Contents Page Excessive cold or hot conditions can have an adverse effect on or into the LCD monitor. Do not store or use the LCD monitor in room temperature conditions. Do not place the LCD monitor inside a car trunk. Avoid moving the LCD monitor between ...
...or extreme cold. Back to severe vibration or high impact conditions. Back to Contents Page Positioning the Display: Dell™ E173FP Flat Panel Color Monitor User's Guide Consider the following temperature and humidity ranges. Choose a site falling within the following environmental factors...subject the LCD monitor to Contents Page Excessive cold or hot conditions can have an adverse effect on or into the LCD monitor. Do not store or use the LCD monitor in room temperature conditions. Do not place the LCD monitor inside a car trunk. Avoid moving the LCD monitor between ...