LaCie 324 LCD Monitor

Table of Contents
User Manual page 1

Table of Contents
1. Introduction 6
1.1. Features...................................................................................................................................................... 7
1.2. Monitor Specifications.................................................................................................................................. 8
1.3. Box Content................................................................................................................................................ 9
1.4. About the LCD Stand Pin............................................................................................................................ 10
1.5. Views of the Monitor.................................................................................................................................. 11
2. Getting Connected 13
2.1. Connecting the Monitor to Your Computer.................................................................................................. 14
2.2. Connecting Headphones or Speakers.......................................................................................................... 15
2.3. Connecting USB Devices............................................................................................................................ 15
2.4. Ergonomic Adjustments.............................................................................................................................. 16
2.4.1. Raise and Lower Monitor Screen....................................................................................................... 16
2.4.2. Screen Tilt....................................................................................................................................... 16
2.4.3. Swivel............................................................................................................................................. 16
2.5. Installing an Alternative Stand or Attachment................................................................................................ 17
3. Monitor Operation 18
3.1. About Zoom Modes and Aspect Ratio.......................................................................................................... 19
3.2. Using the Picture-in-Picture (PiP) Function.................................................................................................... 20
3.2.1. Turning PiP On/Off ......................................................................................................................... 20
3.2.2. Adjusting the Position of the PiP......................................................................................................... 20
3.2.3. Modifying the PiP Size...................................................................................................................... 20
3.2.4. Switching Audio Output to Speakers.................................................................................................. 21
3.2.5. Switching Input Source Displayed on the PiP....................................................................................... 21
4. Settings and Adjustments 22
4.1. Settings and Adjustments (Basic Operation).................................................................................................. 23
4.2. Advanced Settings...................................................................................................................................... 24
4.2.1. PiP Settings...................................................................................................................................... 24
4.2.2. DVI/VGA Settings............................................................................................................................ 25
4.2.3. HDMI Video Settings........................................................................................................................ 26
4.2.4. Other Settings................................................................................................................................. 28
5. Troubleshooting 29
6. Contacting Customer Support 31
Before You Contact Technical Support................................................................................................................ 31
LaCie Customer Support Contacts...................................................................................................................... 32
7. Warranty Information 33
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Copyrights and correct the interference by one or Manufacturer’s Declara-

more of the following measures: tion for CE Certification
Copyright © 2011 LaCie. All rights re-
served. No part of this publication may ✦✦ Reorient or relocate the receiving an- We, LaCie, solemnly declare
be reproduced, stored in a retrieval sys- tenna. that this product conforms to the follow-
tem, or transmitted in any form or by any ✦✦ Increase the separation between the ing European directives: 2004/108/EC
means, electronic, mechanical, photo- equipment and receiver. (EMC), and 2006/95/EC (Safety)
copying, recording or otherwise, without ✦✦ Connect the equipment into an out- LaCie S.A.
the prior written consent of LaCie. let on a circuit different from that to
which the receiver is connected. 33 Bld du Général Martial Valin
Changes ✦✦ Consult the dealer or an experienced 75015 Paris
radio/TV technician for help.
The material in this document is for infor- France
mation only and subject to change with- ✦✦ Use only shielded cables to connect
out notice. While reasonable efforts have I/O devices to this equipment.
CAUTION: Modifications not autho-
been made in the preparation of this Use the attached specified cables with the rized by the manufacturer may void the
document to assure its accuracy, LaCie LaCie 324 monitor so as not to interfere user’s authority to operate this device.
assumes no liability resulting from errors with radio and television reception.
or omissions in this document, or from the
use of the information contained herein. CAUTION: A shielded-type power cord
1. The power supply cord you use must
LaCie reserves the right to make changes is required in order to meet FCC emission
have been approved by and comply with
or revisions in the product design or the limits and also to prevent interference to
the safety standards of U.S.A. and meet
product manual without reservation and the nearby radio and television reception.
the following condition.
without obligation to notify any person of It is essential that only the supplied power
such revisions and changes. cord be used.
Power supply Non shield type,
FCC Declaration of Conformity: chord 3-conductor

LaCie 324 LCD Monitor Length 2.0 m

Tested to comply with FCC
standards for home or office Plug shape
use

(USA)
NOTE: This equipment has been tested
2. Please use the supplied shielded video
and found to comply with the limits for
signal cable. Use of other cables and
a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part
adapters may cause interference with
15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are
radio and television reception.
designed to provide reasonable protec-
tion against harmful interference in a U.S. Responsible Party:
residential installation. This equipment LaCie, LTD
generates, uses and can radiate radio
frequency energy and, if not installed and Address:
22985 NW Evergreen Pkwy.
used in accordance with the instructions,
Hillsboro, OR 97124
may cause harmful interference to radio
communications. However, there is no
Tel. No.:
guarantee that interference will not occur
(503) 844-4503
in a particular installation. If this equip-
ment 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 110427v1.1
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Safety Precautions and Maintenance

✦✦ DO NOT OPEN THE MONITOR. There personnel under the following condi- ✦✦ Image Persistence occurs when a re-
are no user serviceable parts inside and tions: sidual or “ghost” image of a previous
opening or removing covers may expose image remains visible on the screen.
you to dangerous shock hazards or oth- ✦✦ When the power supply cord or plug is Unlike CRT monitors, LCD monitors’
er risks. Refer all servicing to qualified damaged. image persistence is not permanent, but
service personnel. constant images being displayed for a
✦✦ If liquid has been spilled, or objects
long period of time should be avoided.
✦✦ Do not spill any liquids into the cabinet have fallen into the monitor.
To alleviate image persistence, turn off
or use your monitor near water.
✦✦ If the monitor has been exposed to rain the monitor for as long as the previous
✦✦ Do not insert objects of any kind into the or water. image was displayed. For example, if an
cabinet slots, as they may touch danger- image was on the monitor for one hour,
✦✦ If the monitor has been dropped or the
ous voltage points, which can be harm- the monitor should be turned off for one
cabinet damaged.
ful or fatal or may cause electric shock, hour to erase the image.
fire or equipment failure. ✦✦ If the monitor does not operate normally
by following operating instructions.
✦✦ When operating the LaCie 324 LCD
✦✦ Do not place any heavy objects on the Monitor with a 220-240V AC power
power cord. Damage to the cord may ✦✦ If glass is broken, handle with care. source in Europe, use the power cord
cause shock or fire. provided with the monitor.
✦✦ If monitor or glass is broken, do not
✦✦ Do not place this product on a sloping come in contact with the liquid crystal ✦✦ In the UK, a BS approved power cord
or unstable surface, as the monitor may and handle with care. with a moulded plug has a Black (five
fall, causing serious damage. Amps) fuse installed for use with this
✦✦ Allow adequate ventilation around the
equipment.
✦✦ Do not place any objects onto the moni- monitor so that heat can properly dis-
tor and do not use the monitor out- sipate. Do not block ventilated openings ✦✦ If a power cord is not supplied with this
doors. or place the monitor near a radiator or equipment please contact your sup-
other heat sources. Do not put anything plier.
✦✦ The inside of the fluorescent tube lo- on top of monitor.
cated within the LCD monitor contains ✦✦ When operating the LaCie 324 LCD
mercury. Please follow the bylaws or ✦✦ The power cable connector is the prima- Monitor with a 220-240V AC power
rules of your municipality to dispose of ry means of detaching the system from source in Australia, use the power cord
the tube properly. the power supply. The monitor should provided with the monitor. If a power
be installed close to a power outlet cord is not supplied with this equipment
✦✦ Do not bend power cord. which is easily accessible. please contact your supplier.
✦✦ Do not use monitor in high tempera- ✦✦ Handle with care when transporting. ✦✦ For all other cases, use a power cord
tures, humid, dusty, or oily areas.
Save packaging for transporting. that matches the AC voltage of the
✦✦ Do not cover vent on monitor. ✦✦ Image Persistence: Please be aware that power outlet and has been approved by
and complies with the safety standard of
Immediately unplug your monitor from LCD Technology may experience a phe-
your particular country.
the outlet and refer servicing to qualified nomenon known as Image Persistence.
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Health and Ergonomic Precautions

Correct placement and adjustment of ✦✦ Rest your eyes periodically by focus- ✦✦ Adjust the monitor’s brightness and
the monitor can reduce eye, shoulder ing on an object at least 20 feet away. contrast controls to enhance readabil-
and neck fatigue. Check the following Blink often. ity.
when you position the monitor: ✦✦ Position the monitor at a 90° angle ✦✦ Use a document holder placed close to
to windows and other light sources to the screen.
✦✦ For optimum performance, allow 20 minimize glare and reflections. Adjust
minutes for warm-up. ✦✦ Position whatever you are looking at
the monitor tilt so that ceiling lights do
most of the time (the screen or refer-
✦✦ Adjust the monitor height so that the not reflect on your screen.
ence material) directly in front of you to
top of the screen is at or slightly below ✦✦ If reflected light makes it hard for you minimize turning your head while you
eye level. Your eyes should look slight- to see your screen, use an anti-glare are typing.
ly downward when viewing the middle filter.
of the screen. ✦✦ Avoid displaying fixed patterns on the
✦✦ Clean the LCD monitor surface with monitor for long periods of time to
✦✦ Position your monitor no closer than a lint-free, non-abrasive cloth. Avoid avoid image persistence (after-image
40 cm and no further away than 70 cm using any cleaning solution or glass effects).
from your eyes. The optimal distance is cleaner!
50 cm.

To maximize ergonomics benefits, we ✦✦ Use the preset color setting.

recommend the following: ✦✦ Use non-interlaced signals with a verti-
cal refresh rate between 60-75 Hz.
✦✦ Adjust the brightness until the back-
ground raster disappears. ✦✦ Do not use primary color blue on a
dark background, as it is difficult to see
✦✦ Do not position the contrast control to
and may produce eye fatigue to insuf-
its maximum setting.
ficient contrast.
✦✦ Use the preset size and position con-
trols with standard signals.
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Within the European cords. When you need to dispose of ropean Union Member States.
Union your LaCie display products, please fol-
Outside the European Union
EU-wide legislation, as im- low the guidance of your local authority,
plemented in each Member or ask the shop where you purchased If you wish to dispose of used electrical
State, requires that waste electrical and the product, or if applicable, follow any and electronic products outside the Eu-
electronic products carrying the mark agreements made between yourself and ropean Union, please contact your local
(above) must be disposed of separately LaCie. authority so as to comply with the correct
from normal household waste. This in- disposal method.
The mark on electrical and electronic
cludes monitors and electrical acces-
products only applies to the current Eu-
sories, such as signal cables or power

Manufacturer’s Recycling and Energy Information

LaCie is strongly committed to environ- Energy saving:

mental protection and sees recycling as
This monitor features an advanced energy saving capability. When a VESA Display Power
one of the company’s top priorities in
Management Signaling (DPMS) Standard signal is sent to the monitor, the Energy Saving
trying to minimize the burden placed on
mode is activated. The monitor enters a single Energy Saving mode.
the environment. We are engaged in de-
veloping environmentally friendly prod-
ucts, and always strive to help define Mode Power Consumption LED color
and comply with the latest independent
Normal operation 140W Blue
standards from agencies.
Energy saving mode Less than 2W Orange
Recycling programs information:
Off Less than 1W N/A
Sweden - http://www.el-retur.se
Germany - http://www.recyclingpartner.de/
Holland - http://www.mirec.nl/
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1. Introduction
Thank you for purchasing a LaCie 324 LCD Monitor.

Designed for creative professionals, this LCD monitor features a

24-inch wide-gamut LCD panel, 10-bit gamma correction and
full HD support for the best video experience available. With
DCDi® by Faroudja video enhancement technologies and full
hardware calibration support, this monitor is ideal for work on
both still and moving images. The optional LaCie blue eye col-
orimeter and blue eye pro software are the ideal tools to tune
your monitor for the most realistic rendering of your images.

The LaCie 324 also includes a convenient audio jack to con-

nect your headphones or speakers and three powered USB 2.0
ports for all your USB devices.

Quick Links

Click to jump to a section:

✦✦ Getting Connected
✦✦ Monitor Operation
✦✦ Troubleshooting
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1.1. Features
Wide-Gamut S-PVA panel technology offers an industry-leading 92% NTSC Gamut that allows the LaCie 324 monitor to display a
large range of vibrant colors previously unattainable by LCD monitors. This technology also offers an excellent balance between contrast
(1000:1) and brightness (400 cd/m2 typ.) and an expansive viewing angle of 178°.

10-bit Gamma Correction ensures a smooth rendering of color gradients such as those commonly found in photography and digital
art.

Hardware Calibration
The LaCie 324 can be hardware-calibrated with appropriate calibration tools. We recommend using LaCie blue eye pro, optimized for
LaCie monitors.

Full High Definition Support

The monitor supports 1080p, 1080i, 720p and 720i resolutions and features two HDCP-compatible HDMI input ports to connect a variety
of full HD sources for the best video experience available.

DCDi® by Faroudja
DCDi® by Faroudja is a suite of video enhancement technologies that produce exceptional image quality:
✦✦ Reduces “jagged edges” (typical with interlaced video signals)
✦✦ TrueLife™ improved detail rendering
✦✦ Adaptive contrast
✦✦ Motion-adaptive Noise Reduction
Supports up to 4 video sources with simultaneous viewing of 2 sources through the Picture-in-Picture (PiP) function.

Large 24-inch (61 cm) diagonal size and wide 16:10 format enhances productivity by reducing the need for scrolling through docu-
ments and switching windows. View full 1:1 scale display of two full pages with additional space for application palettes and tool bars.

High 1920x1200 resolution is ideal for high resolution graphics applications.

Convenient audio line out serves as headphone or speaker connector.

Convenient USB hub located on the rear left side of front panel for connection of USB devices such as LaCie external hard drives or the
LaCie blue eye pro calibrator.

Ergonomic stand enables height, swivel, and tilt adjustments.

VESA 100 mounting interface

The monitor can be attached to any VESA 100 compatible attachment.
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1.2. Monitor Specifications

Technology Wide-Gamut S-PVA

Display Diagonal 24 inches (61 cm)

Active Display Area 518.4 (H) x 324 (V) mm

Some systems may not support all modes listed.

Primary mode : 1920 x 1200 at 60 Hz – LaCie recommends this resolution for optimal display perfor-
mance.
Resolution Secondary modes : 720x400@70Hz, 823x624@75Hz, 1280x960@60Hz, 640x480@60 Hz/67Hz/
72Hz/75Hz, 800x600@56Hz/60Hz/72Hz/75Hz, 1600x1200@60Hz, 1024x768@60Hz/70Hz/75Hz,
1280x1024@60Hz/75Hz, 1440x900@60Hz, 720x480, 1280x720, 1920x540, 1920x1080@60Hz,
640x400@56Hz, 848x480@60Hz, 1280x720@60Hz, 1280x768@60Hz, 1360x768@60Hz

Pixel pitch 0.270 mm, 89 PPI

Gamut 92% NTSC

Color depth 16,777,216

Gamma correction 10 bit

Luminance 400 cd/m2 (typical)

Contrast ratio 1000:1 (typical)

Response time Rise time + Fall time : 16ms (typical) 8ms G to G

Viewing angles Left/Right ±178°, Up/Down ±178°

Connections Mini D-Sub, DVI-D, 2xHDMI

Power consumption 140W typical, <2W in power save mode

Weight 10.8 kg, 7.9 kg without stand, 13.4 kg with packaging and accessories

Ergonomy Up / Down 29° to -5°, Left / Right 350°, Height : 70 mm

Operating Conditions Temp 5° to 35°, Humidity 10% to 90%, Altitude 0 to 10,000 ft.

Storing Conditions Temp 20° to 60°, Humidity 10% to 90%, Altitude 0 to 40,000 ft.

Certifications CE, FCC-B, EnergyStar, GOST-R, CSA, ISO 13406-2, PSB, WEEE, ROHS

*Interpolated Resolutions: When resolutions are shown that are lower than the pixel count of the LCD module, text may appear different. This
is normal and necessary for all current flat panel technologies when displaying non-native resolutions full screen. In flat panel technologies,
each dot on the screen is actually one pixel, so to expand resolutions to full screen, an interpolation of the resolution must be done.
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1.3. Box Content

Your box contains the LaCie 324 LCD Monitor and items 2 -9,
listed below:

➀➀ LaCie 324 LCD Monitor

➁➁ DVI-D cable
1
➂➂ HDMI-HDMI cable
➃➃ Audio jack cable
➄➄ AC power cable
➅➅ USB host cable
➆➆ Cable management accessory
➇➇ CD-ROM with User Manual and monitor ICC profiles
➈➈ Quick Install Guide 2 3

IMPORTANT INFO: Please keep the product box and pack-

ing materials, including the LCD stand pin, and store in a safe
area in case you need to safely transport your product in the
future. In the event that the monitor should need to be repaired
or serviced, it must be returned in its original packaging.
4 5

7
6

8 324 LCD Monitor

9

Quick Install Guide

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1.4. About the LCD Stand Pin

The monitor’s LCD stand is secured during transport using a pin

near the base of the stand. Please follow the procedure below
to remove it.

1. Take the monitor out of the box and remove cushioning ma-
terial. Do not remove the pin yet.

2. Place the monitor on a desk or other horizontal surface. Do

not remove the pin yet.

CAUTION: If the pin is removed while the product is on its

side, the stand may extend forcefully, causing it to hit the body
of the handler or to fall, resulting in personal injury or damage
to the product.

3. Peel off the seal and remove the pin.

Be sure to keep the pin in an easily accessible location, as it

may be required in the future when repacking this product for
transport.

When transporting the monitor in the future, adjust the LCD to

its lowest position and insert the pin into the LCD stand base to
lock it in place. The monitor can then be inserted back into the
cushioning material and into its box.
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1.5. Views of the Monitor

Front View
Refer to the diagram below for the names and functions of each component of the monitor.

7 6 5 4 2

➀➀ Display – Displays images

➁➁ Power indicator – Turns blue when power is turned ON;
Turns orange when in IDLE or POWER SAVE mode

➂➂ Power key – Turns power ON and OFF

➃➃ INPUT key – When menu is OFF, switches from DVI to
VGA to HDMI1/2 video signal source; When menu is ON,
used to select menu items

➄➄ Left arrow / Right arrow – When menu screen is ON,

used to select menu items

➅➅ Up arrow / Down arrow – When menu screen is ON:

used to select menu items

➆➆ Menu key – Displays the on-screen display (OSD) menu

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Rear View
Refer to the diagram below for the names and functions of each component of the monitor.

4 5 6 7 8 9 10
1 2 DVI-D AUDIO IN D-SUB AUDIO IN

1 AC IN HDMI PC-DIGITAL PC-ANALOG LINE OUT USB

1

➀➀ Theft-prevention slot – Connects commercial security ➆➆ PC-Analog –

cables when necessary
✦✦ D-SUB – Connects your computer’s RGB output connec-
➁➁ LCD stand base – The stand base is removable; the 4- tor
screw attachment can be used to attach any alternative ✦✦ Audio IN – Connects your computer’s audio output ter-
VESA-100 standard LCD attachment. See section 2.5. In- minal.
stalling an Alternative Stand or Attachment. ➇➇ Line out – Connects headphones or speakers
➂➂ Cable management accessory – Used to collect and or- ➈➈ USB upstream (1 port) – Connects your computer’s USB
ganize cables. See the NOTE in section 2.1. Connecting connector using USB cable (included).
the Monitor to Your Computer.
➉➉ USB downstream (3 ports) – Connects USB-compatible
➃➃ AC-IN connector – Connects the power cable peripherals (mouse, keyboard, etc.).

➄➄ HDMI (1, 2) – Connects video devices

➅➅ PC-Digital –
✦✦ DVI-D – Connects your computer’s digital (DVI) output
connector
✦✦ Audio IN – Connects your computer’s audio output
terminal
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2. Getting Connected
Installing your LaCie 324 LCD Monitor is easy, requiring only a
few simple connections:

✦✦ 2.1. Connecting the Monitor to Your Computer

✦✦ 2.2. Connecting Headphones or Speakers
✦✦ 2.3. Connecting USB Devices
✦✦ 2.4. Ergonomic Adjustments
✦✦ 2.5. Installing an Alternative Stand or Attachment
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2.1. Connecting the Monitor to Your Computer

To attach the LCD monitor to your system, follow these instruc-

tions:

1. Power off your computer. 2c 2a 3 2b 3

2. Connect the signal cable (see Fig. 2.1-A): 1 2 DVI-D AUDIO IN D-SUB AUDIO IN

2a. For a PC or MAC with DVI digital output: AC IN HDMI PC-DIGITAL PC-ANALOG LINE OUT

Connect the DVI signal cable to the DVI connector on your

computer. Connect the other end of the DVI cable to the mon-
itor’s DVI input. Tighten all screws.

2b. For a PC or MAC with Analog output:

Connect a 15-pin mini D-SUB to D-SUB signal cable (not in-
cluded) to the 15-pin mini D-SUB connector on your computer.
Connect the other end of this cable to the monitor’s D-SUB
(VGA) input. Figure 2.1-A

2c. For a video source with HDMI output:

Connect the HDMI signal cable to the HDMI connector on your
computer. Connect the other end of this cable to the monitor’s
HDMI 1 or HDMI 2 input.

TECHNICAL NOTE: Up to 4 video sources can be connected

to the monitor at the same time using the DVI, VGA, HDMI 1
and HDMI 2 input ports.

3. Connect the included audio cable to the monitor’s AUDIO

IN port. If you are connecting two computers to the monitor,
you can connect two audio cables to the monitor’s AUDIO
IN ports. Video sources connected through HDMI require no
additional audio cable.

4. Connect the other end of the audio cable to the AUDIO OUT
Figure 2.1-B
terminal on your PC or Mac.

NOTE: To keep the cables neatly organized, place them into

the cable management accessory that clips into place on the
back of the LCD stand (Fig. 2.1-B).

5. Connect one end of the power cord to the AC inlet on the

back of the monitor and the other end to a power outlet.

6. Push the power key to turn on the monitor, and turn on your
computer.
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2.2. Connecting Headphones or Speakers

To connect headphones or speakers:

Simply plug your headphones or speakers into the LINE OUT
port located on the rear of the monitor (Fig. 2.2).

1 2 DVI-D AUDIO IN D-SUB AUDIO IN

AC IN
2.3. Connecting USB Devices HDMI PC-DIGITAL PC-ANALOG LINE OUT USB

USB devices can be connected to the USB connectors located

on the side of the monitor.

To connect USB Devices:

1. Connect the USB host cable to a USB terminal on your com-
puter and to the USB host port on the monitor (Fig. 2.3). The
monitor’s USB hub is now connected to your computer.
Figure 2.2
2. Connect USB peripherals to the USB connectors located on
the side of the monitor (Fig. 2.3).

1 2 DVI-D AUDIO IN D-SUB AUDIO IN

AC IN HDMI PC-DIGITAL PC-ANALOG LINE OUT USB

Figure 2.3
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2.4. Ergonomic Adjustments

CAUTION: Use care when raising, lowering, titling or swivel-

ing the monitor screen.

2.4.1. Raise and Lower Monitor Screen

To raise or lower screen, place hands on each side of the moni-
tor and raise or lower to the desired height (Fig. 2.4.1).

Figure 2.4.1

2.4.2. Screen Tilt

Grasp the top and bottom sides of the monitor screen with your
hands and adjust the tilt as desired (Fig. 2.4.2).

Figure 2.4.2

2.4.3. Swivel
Grasp both sides of the monitor screen with your hands and
adjust the swivel as desired (Fig. 2.4.3).

NOTE: The base of the LaCie 324 monitor is designed to

swivel on a hard, flat surface. The entire unit turns, not just the
display.

Figure 2.4.3
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2.5. Installing an Alternative Stand or Attachment

The base of the LaCie 324 can be disconnected to attach a

flexible monitor arm or other attachment compliant with VESA
100 standards. Prepare the arm and screws required for instal-
lation beforehand.

Remove monitor stand for mounting

To prepare the monitor for alternate mounting purposes:

1. Power off the monitor and your computer.

2. Disconnect all cables including the power cable.
3. Place hands on each side of the monitor and lift up to the
highest position.
4. Place monitor face down on a non-abrasive surface. To pre-
vent any scratching or damage, spread a soft cloth under-
neath the LCD panel during this operation.
5. Remove the 2 mounting screws accessible through the holes
in the stand (Fig. 2.5-A).
6. Slide out and remove both parts of the VESA cover from the
stand (Fig. 2.5-A). Figure 2.5-A
7. Place one hand around the base and remove the remaining
2 mounting screws (Fig. 2.5-B).
The monitor can now be mounted using an alternative attach-
ment. If the stand needs to be re-attached, simply reverse this
process.

Attaching the alternative stand or attach-

ment
Attach the stand or arm attachment using the 4 screws from the
stand removal.

IMPORTANT INFO:
✦✦ For safety reasons, please make sure that the monitor arm
can stably support the weight of this monitor (approx. 8.3
kg/18.3 lb.).
✦✦ To avoid damage to the monitor and stand when mounting,
please use only M4x10 screws such as those included with
the monitor.
✦✦ Refer to the alternative stand’s documentation for instructions Figure 2.5-B
specific to that attachment.
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3. Monitor Operation
Refer to the following sections for information on viewing video
on your LaCie 324 LCD Monitor:

✦✦ 3.1. About Zoom Modes and Aspect Ratio

✦✦ 3.2. Using the Picture-in-Picture Function
✧✧ 3.2.1. Turning PiP ON/OFF

✧✧ 3.2.2. Adjusting the Position of the PiP

✧✧ 3.2.3. Modifying PiP Size

✧✧ 3.2.4. Switching Audio Output to Speakers

✧✧ 3.2.5. Switching Input Source Displayed on the PiP

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3.1. About Zoom Modes and Aspect Ratio

Aspect Ratio refers to the ratio of the vertical length to horizon-

NOTE: Refer to the user manuals of your devices for the aspect
tal length (number of pixels) of the display or image.
ratios of their input sources.
The LaCie 324 supports the following aspect ratios:

✦✦ 16:9 NOTE: Refer to the On-Screen Manual for PC-Analog and PC-
✦✦ 16:10 Digital input aspect ratios.

✦✦ 4:3
Virtually all video sources available today use one of these three
aspect ratios. 16:10 is the native format of the LaCie 324 LCD
Monitor, corresponding to a 1920 x 1200 resolution computer
video signal. When using a 4:3 or 16:9 video source, such as
an HD Video source or a 1600 x 1200 computer video signal,
the monitor can apply a zoom transformation to adjust the sig-
nal to the monitor.

The four zoom modes are Real, SmartZoom, Zoom and Dx2D and they have the following behavior:

Mode Aspect Ratio 4:3 Video 16:9 Video

Applies no modification and

displays real input signal
REAL
resolution in the center of the
display

Maintains the aspect ratio of

Smart Zoom the source and upscales it to
1600 x 1200 or 1920 x 1080

Upscales the source to 1920

x 1080, maximizing its size;
Zoom some distortion may occur
because aspect ratio is not
respected

Extends both sides of pan-

Dx2D orama display to magnify to
1920 x 1200
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3.2. Using the Picture-in-Picture (PiP) Function

A secondary video source can be displayed while a computer

display source is active on the main display. The following ex-
plains how to use the on-screen menu to operate this function.

To access the Picture-in-Picture menu, press MENU, select “PiP”

with the INPUT key and the PiP Settings screen appears.

3.2.1. Turning PiP On/Off

Toggle the PiP function ON/OFF on the PiP Settings screen by
pressing the Left/Right arrows on the front panel of the Moni-
tor.

3.2.2. Adjusting the Position of the PiP

The position of the Sub-Display can be adjusted by doing the
following : When the PiP function is ON, toggle the PiP Posi-
tion function by using the Left/Right arrows on the front panel
of the Monitor. The PiP position changes each time either ar-
row is pressed in the following order : Upper right - Lower right
- Lower left - Upper left - Upper right.

3.2.3. Modifying the PiP Size

When the Sub-Display is ON, toggle the PiP Size function by
using the Left/Right arrows on the front panel of the Monitor.
The PiP size changes each time either arrow is pressed in the
following order : Small - Medium - Large - Small.

The dimensions of the Picture-in-Picture depend on the origi-

nal video source aspect ratio PiP Size mode applied. For
your reference, they can be found in the following table:

Aspect Ratio of Source Large Medium Small

4:3 800 x 600 640 x 480 480 x 360

5:4 800 x 600 640 x 480 480 x 360

16:9 800 x 450 640 x 360 480 x 270

16:10 800 x 450 640 x 360 480 x 270

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3.2.4. Switching Audio Output to Speakers

When you toggle the PiP Audio Select function , the audio out-
put to headphone/speakers port switches from PiP audio to
main display audio and vice versa.

3.2.5. Switching Input Source Displayed

on the PiP
Toggle the PiP Input Select function. The input source displayed
on the Sub-Display changes in the following order : PC-Digital
- HDMI-1 - HDMI-2 - PC- Analog

The configurations in which the PiP is operable with the LaCie

324 are summarized in the following table:

Main Display PiP

PC-Digital PC-Analog, HDMI-1, HDMI-2

PC-Analog PC-Digital, HDMI-1, HDMI-2

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User Manual page 22

4. Settings and Adjustments

Refer to the following sections for information on making set-
tings and adjustments to your LaCie 324 LCD Monitor:

✦✦ 4.1. Settings and Adjustments (Basic Operations)

✦✦ 4.2. Advanced Settings
✧✧ 4.2.1. Picture-in-Picture Settings

✧✧ 4.2.2. DVI/VGA Settings

✧✧ 4.2.3. HDMI Settings

✧✧ 4.2.4. Other Settings

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User Manual page 23

4.1. Settings and Adjustments (Basic Operation)

A variety of adjustments and settings can be performed using

the Settings / Adjust Menu (herein referred to as “menu”) dis-
played on the screen.

To enter the Settings / Adjust Menu, press the MENU key. To

exit this menu, press the INPUT key.

Adjustments and settings can be made using the following keys

located on the front of the monitor:

Key Name Functions

✦✦ Displays the menu

✦✦ Selects the RETURN function
menu
✦✦ Will lock the menu when held for approximately 3 seconds to lock/unlock the menu.
(When menu is off)

Up and Down arrows When menu screen is ON: used to navigate in the menu items

Left and Right arrows When menu screen is ON: used to navigate in the menu items

When menu screen is ON: used to select menu items

INPUT When menu is OFF: toggles between PC-Digital, PC-Analog, HDMI1 and HDMI2 inputs

Adjusts automatically when held down for a long period of time (during PC-Analog input)
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User Manual page 24

4.2. Advanced Settings

4.2.1. Picture-in-Picture (PiP) Settings

NOTE: This menu is not visible when the main display source
is HDMI.

1920 x 1200
PC-Digital
H: 73 kHz V: 59Hz
PiP PIP Mode On Off

Input PC-A HDMI-1 HDMI-2

Size L M S

Position

Transparency 0
AudioSelect Main Sub

Return

Select ADJUST Menu: Return

Item Description

PiP Mode Turns PiP ON/OFF (Turn ON to view the PiP)

Source* Selects PiP input source – PC-Digital, PC-Analog, HDMI-1, HDMI-2

Size* Toggles PiP size

Position* Designates PiP position

Transparency* Sets degree of PiP transparency

Output Audio* Toggles audio source between PiP source and main display source

Return Returns to the main menu

*Not shown when the PiP is OFF

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4.2.2. DVI/VGA Settings

1920 x 1200
PC-Digital
NOTE: The contents of the video settings menu
H: 73 kHz V: 59Hz depend on which video input is active.

Screen Mode Text

ECO On Off

Brightness 35
Video
Contrast 0

Color Temp 6500

Gamma 1.6 1.8 2.0 2.2 2.4

Aspect Ratio Smart Zoom

Over Speed On Off

Return

Select INPUT:OK Menu: Exit

Item Description

This function toggles between six preset display modes called Standard, Cinema, CG, Photo, Text and
DTP. Each of these modes optimizes image quality for specific uses by adjusting Luminance, Brightness,
Screen mode Contrast, Tint, Saturation, Sharpness. Please find below the default settings corresponding to these modes.
These settings can be changed. The Cinema mode is best for viewing video content. The CG mode is best
in the context of animation or gaming applications.

ECO The ECO mode reduces power consumption.

Brightness Adjusts screen brightness

Contrast Adjusts screen contrast

Toggles between five preset color temperatures. The first four are 5000K (yellowish), 6500K (neutral),
Color Temperature
7200K, 9300K (blueish). The last is a user mode where color temperature can be adjusted manually.

Gamma Adjusts gamma to standard values

Toggles between Real, Smart Zoom, Zoom, Dx2D (Panorama) zoom modes. Refer to the “About Zoom
Aspect Ratio
Modes and Aspect Ratio” section on page X

This function toggles the Over Speed Mode ON and OFF. When Over Speed Mode is ON, the display’s
Over Speed
refresh rate is accelerated by limiting its image processing functions.

Return Returns to the Main Menu

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User Manual page 26

4.2.3. HDMI Video Settings

HDMI-1

Sceen Mode STD

Brightness 35

Contrast 0
Video Luminance 50

Tint 0

Color 55

Sharpness 5
Aspect Ratio Smart Zoom

Over Speed On Off

ACC On Off

Noise Reduction Off Low Middle High Adapt

Hue Execute

Return

Select INPUT:OK Menu: Exit

Item Description

This function toggles between three preset display modes called Standard, Cinema, CG, Photo, Text and
DTP. Each of these modes optimizes image quality for specific uses by adjusting Luminance, Brightness,
Screen mode Contrast, Tint, Saturation, Sharpness. Please find below the default settings corresponding to these modes.
These settings can be changed. The Cinema mode is best for viewing video content. The CG mode is best
in the context of animation or gaming applications.

Brightness Adjusts screen Brightness

Contrast Adjusts screen contrast

Luminance Adjusts the Brightness of the screen

Tint Adjusts redness of colors on the screen.

Color Adjusts density of colors on the screen.

Toggles between Real, Smart Zoom, Zoom, Dx2D (Panorama) zoom modes. Refer to section 3.1. About
Aspect Ratio
Zoom Modes and Aspect Ratio

This function toggles the Over Speed mode ON and OFF. When Over Speed mode is ON, the display’s
Over Speed Mode
refresh rate is accelerated by limiting its image processing functions.

The Adaptive Contrast Control function automatically adjusts contrast to prevent loss of detail when view-
ACC
ing extremely dark or extremely bright scenes.

Noise Reduction Enabling the noise reduction function will limit screen noise and contour fuzziness.
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User Manual page 27

Hue This function allows you to independently adjust the chromaticity of the 6 Primary colors: red, green, blue,
cyan, magenta, yellow.

Adjusts red
Red Left: moves the chromaticity of Red towards magenta
Right: moves the chromaticity of Red towards yellow

Adjusts yellow
Yellow Left: moves the chromaticity of Yellow towards red
Right: moves the chromaticity of Yellow towards green

Adjusts green
Green Left: moves the chromaticity of Green towards yellow
Right: moves the chromaticity of Green towards cyan

Adjusts cyan
Cyan Left: moves the chromaticity of Cyan towards green
Right: moves the chromaticity of Cyan towards blue

Adjusts blue
Blue Left: moves the chromaticity of Blue towards cyan
Right: moves the chromaticity of Blue towards magenta

Adjusts magenta
Magenta Left: moves the chromaticity of Magenta towards blue
Right: moves the chromaticity of Magenta towards red

Return Returns to the Main Menu

Screen Mode Presets

Standard Cinema CG Photo Text DTP

Brightness 35 35 35 35 35 35

Contrast 0 -10 0 0 0 -100

Color Temperature 6500 6500 7200 6500 7200 5000

Gamma 2.2 2.2 1.8 2.2 2.2 1.8

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4.2.4. Other Settings

1920 x 1200
PC-Digital
H: 73 kHz V: 59Hz
Smooth 3
Block NR 3

Information On Off

Language English

MenuPosition Execute

MenuTimeOut 55
Others Transparency 3
Border Color 0

Priority PC-Analog PC-Digital PC-Manual

FactoryReset Execute

Sound Off Low High

Return

Select INPUT:OK Menu: Exit

Item Description

Smooth Adjusts the sharpness of the monitor image

Block NR Reduces block noise generated when playing MPEG or other compressed movie formats

Sets ON/OFF for display

Information
When set to ON, input source name and input signal information is displayed at all times

Language Sets menu screen language to English, French, Italian, German or Spanish

MenuPosition Specifies the position of the menu on the screen

MenuTimeOut Sets menu display time

Transparency Sets the degree of background transparency of the menu screen

This function adjusts from black to white the color of the areas of the screen surrounding the video con-
Border Color
tent

Priority Sets the type of input signal used when more than one input is connected

FactoryReset Returns all setting values to factory default settings NOTE: The Language setting is not reset.

Sound Toggles volume of monitor key sounds.

Return Returns to the main menu

LaCie 324 LCD Monitor Troubleshooting
User Manual page 29

5. Troubleshooting
If your LaCie 324 Monitor is not working correctly, please re- Manual Updates
fer to the following checklist to determine the source of the
problem. If you have gone through all of the points on the LaCie strives to give you the most up-to-date, comprehensive
checklist and your monitor still does not work properly, please user manuals available on the market. It is our goal to provide
check the FAQs that are regularly published on our website – you with a friendly, easy-to-use format that will help you quickly
www.lacie.com. install and utilize the many functions of your new device.

One of these FAQs may provide an answer to your specific If your user manual does not reflect the configuration of the
question. If you need further assistance, please contact your product you purchased, please check our web site for the most
LaCie reseller or LaCie Customer Support (see section 6. Con- current version of the user manual.
tacting Customer Support for details).
www.lacie.com

Problem Solution

No picture ✦✦ The signal cable should be completely connected to the display card/computer.
✦✦ The display card should be completely seated in its slot.
✦✦ Front power button and computer power switch should be in the ON position.
✦✦ Check to make sure that the resolution selected in the operating system is supported by the moni-
tor (please consult display card or system manual to change graphics mode).
✦✦ Check the monitor and your display card with respect to compatibility and recommended set-
tings.
✦✦ Check the signal cable connector for bent or pushed-in pins.
✦✦ Verify that you have selected the right video input port (you can cycle through the video ports by
hitting the INPUT key on the front panel of your monitor).

Power key does not respond Unplug the monitor power cord from the AC outlet to turn off and reset the monitor.

LED on monitor is not lit Power button should be in the ON position and power cord should be connected.

Image Persistence Please be aware that LCD monitors may experience a phenomenon known as “image persistence.”
Image persistence occurs when a residual or “ghost” image of a previous image remains visible on
the screen. Unlike CRT monitors, LCD monitors’ image persistence is not permanent, but constant
images being displayed for a long period of time should be avoided. To alleviate image persistence,
turn off the monitor for as long as the previous image was displayed. For example, if an image was
on the monitor for one hour and a residual image remains, the monitor should be turned off for
one hour to erase the image.

NOTE: As with all personal display devices, LaCie recommends displaying moving images and us-
ing a moving screen saver at regular intervals whenever the screen is idle or turning off the monitor
when not in use.

OSD warning OUT OF RANGE Either signal clock or resolution is too high. Choose one of the supported modes.
is displayed and image is
displayed only roughly (pixels
are missing)
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User Manual page 30

Problem Solution

OSD warning OUT OF RANGE Signal frequency is out of range. Choose one of the supported modes.
or INPUT NOT SUPPORTED is
displayed on a blank screen

Image is unstable or unfocused ✦✦ Signal cable should be completely attached to the computer.
✦✦ Use the OSD Image Adjust controls to focus and adjust display by increasing or decreasing the
Fine total. When the display mode is changed, the OSD Image Adjust settings may need to be
readjusted.
✦✦ Make sure your video card is compatible with recommended signal timings of the monitor.
✦✦ If your text is garbled, change the video mode to non-interlaced and use 60Hz refresh rate.

Display image is not sized Use the OSD Video Settings or HDMI Settings / Aspect Ratio control to adjust the image size.
properly Make sure your display video card and system are compatible with the selected mode of the moni-
tor (please consult display video card or system manual to change graphics mode.)

No signal Make certain the computer is not in a power-saving mode (touch the keyboard or mouse). If video
does not return to the screen, turn the power off and on again.

No sound coming out of the ✦✦ Verify that your headphone or speaker cable is properly plugged into the audio out port
headphones or speakers ✦✦ If your audio is coming from your computer verify that the computer-to-monitor audio cable is
properly plugged into your computer sound card (green connector) as well as the monitor’s line
in audio port located next to the video signal input port you are using.
✦✦ The volume may be too low. Verify in your operating system’s sound options that volume is not
too low.
✦✦ The audio output may be muted. Verify in your operating system’s sound options that the sound
has not been muted.
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User Manual page 31

6. Contacting Customer Support

Before You Contact Technical Support

Read the User Manual and review the Troubleshooting section. If you have asked yourself all of the pertinent questions in the troubleshoot-
ing checklist, and you still can’t get your LaCie monitor to work properly, contact us via the contacts on the next page. Before contacting
us, make sure that you are in front of your computer and that you have the following information on hand:

Information Where to Find Information

LaCie 324 Monitor serial number Located on a sticker at the back of monitor.

Macintosh/PC model
Mac users: Click on the Apple icon in the menu bar and select About
Operating system version This Mac.

Processor speed Windows users: Right click My Computer and select Properties >
General.
Computer memory

Mac users: Click on the Apple icon in the finder bar and select
About this Mac. Select More Info... The Apple System Profiler will
The brand and model of the graphics board used in your launch and will list your internal and external peripherals.
computer
Windows users: Right click My Computer and select Properties >
Hardware.
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LaCie Customer Support Contacts

LaCie Asia, Singapore, and Hong Kong LaCie Australia

Contact us at: Contact us at:
http://www.lacie.com/asia/contact/ http://www.lacie.com/au/contact/

LaCie Belgium LaCie Canada

Contact us at: Contact us at:
http://www.lacie.com/be/contact/ (Français) http://www.lacie.com/caen/contact/ (English)

LaCie Denmark LaCie Finland

Contact us at: Contact us at:
http://www.lacie.com/dk/contact http://www.lacie.com/fi/contact/

LaCie France LaCie Germany

Contact us at: Contact us at:
http://www.lacie.com/fr/contact/ http://www.lacie.com/de/contact/

LaCie Italy LaCie Japan

Contact us at: Contact us at:
http://www.lacie.com/it/contact/ http://www.lacie.com/jp/contact/

LaCie Netherlands LaCie Norway

Contact us at: Contact us at:
http://www.lacie.com/nl/contact/ http://www.lacie.com/no/contact/

LaCie Spain LaCie Sweden

Contact us at: Contact us at:
http://www.lacie.com/es/contact/ http://www.lacie.com/se/contact

LaCie Switzerland LaCie United Kingdom

Contact us at: Contact us at:
http://www.lacie.com/chfr/contact/ (Français) http://www.lacie.com/uk/contact

LaCie Ireland LaCie USA

Contact us at: Contact us at:
http://www.lacie.com/ie/contact/ http://www.lacie.com/contact/

LaCie International
Contact us at:
http://www.lacie.com/intl/contact/
LaCie 324 LCD Monitor Warranty Information
User Manual page 33

7. Warranty Information
LaCie warrants your monitor against any defect in material and workmanship, under normal use, for the period designated on your war-
ranty certificate. In the event this product is found to be defective within the warranty period, LaCie will, at its option, repair or replace the
defective product. This warranty is void if:

✦✦ The monitor was operated/stored in abnormal use or maintenance conditions;

✦✦ The monitor is repaired, modified or altered, unless such repair, modification or alteration is expressly authorized in writing by
LaCie;
✦✦ The monitor was subjected to abuse, neglect, lightning strike, electrical fault, improper packaging or accident;
✦✦ The monitor was installed improperly;
✦✦ The serial number of the monitor is defaced or missing;
✦✦ The broken part is a replacement part such as a pickup tray, etc.
✦✦ The tamper seal on the monitor casing is broken.

LaCie will not, under any circumstances, be liable for direct, special or consequential damages such as, but not limited to, damage or loss
of property or equipment, loss of profits or revenues, cost of replacement goods, or expense or inconvenience caused by service interrup-
tions.

Under no circumstances will any person be entitled to any sum greater than the purchase price paid for the monitor.

To obtain warranty service, call LaCie Technical Support. You will be asked to provide your LaCie product’s serial number, and you may
be asked to furnish proof of purchase to confirm that the monitor is still under warranty.

All monitors returned to LaCie must be securely packaged in their original box and shipped with postage prepaid.

IMPORTANT INFO: Register online for free technical support: www.lacie.com/register