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V1.0 RESTRICTIONS ON USE OF MATERIALS This manual is only for ASUS authorized service centers to repair ASUS LCD product. The documents are provided as is and no copy, reproduction or transfer shall be made without first acquiring prior written approval from...
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Release Version List Version Issue Date Remarks v1.0 2006.09.05 First Release...
I. MB17SE LCD Monitor Overview Main product features include 17“ LCD Monitor Recommended Resolution: 1280*1024 MB17SE:5 ms (Tr+Tf) Quick response time SPLENDID™ Video Enhancement Technology by hotkey 3 Skin-tones selection Built-in Stereo Powerful Speakers 5 Video Preset Mode Selections via a Hotkey...
III. MMI Front side 1. Headphone port . This is port connects a headphone with a stereo mini-plug (3.5 mm) 2. “S” Button: Use this hotkey to switch from five video preset modes (Standard Mode, Theater Mode, Game Mode, Night View Mode, and Scenery Mode) with SPLENDID Video Intelligence Technology.
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Sensor Press this sensor to turn the monitor on/off The table below shows the status of the LED indicator beside this button. LED Status Description Blue Power ON Amber Standby mode Power OFF...
Back side 1. AC-in Port. This port connects the power connector by the bundled power cord. 2. VGA port. This 15-pin port is for PC VGA connection. 3. Audio-in port. This port connects PC audio source by the bundle audio cable.
IV. Menu & Operating Mode Menu Splendid Image Color (1) Scenery Mode (1) Brightness (1) Color Temp (2) Standard Mode (2) Contrast (2) Skin Tone (3) Theater Mode (3) RGB (4) Game Mode (5) Night View Mode Input Select System Setup (1) <VGA>...
V. Disassembly & Assembly 1. Precaution Please read the precautions as follows to prevent any damages to the LCD Monitor and also select the appropriate tools for disassembly and re-assembly. Make sure all power connection is removed. Be sure that the LCD Monitor is in power off status.
2. Suggest Tools Here are some tools that can be used for the LCD monitor’s service and repair. Philips-head Screwdriver Use a Philips-head screwdriver to fasten/remove the K- or B-typed screws P/N:N/A Gloves To protect LCD Panel and your hand P/N: (L) 16-003300131 (M) 16-003300130 C/D Disassembly Tool Use C/D Disassembly Tool to open cosmetic cover and avoid scratch.
Information in this section is to perform the disassembly procedure of the LCD monitor. Depending on the failures, replace the defective parts accordingly. Asus MB17SE LCD Monitor consists of various subsystems. This section describes the procedures for LCD monitor disassembly. In addition, the detailed disassembly procedures of individual subsystem will be provided for your service needs.
3.2 Board Subsystem Back Cover 1. Release 4 screws on the STAND. 2. Pull down to dismount STAND. 3. Remove 4 screws on the HINGE.
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4. Remove 3 screws on BACK COVER. 5. Lift BACK COVER from under part to dismount.
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Key Board 1. Release 6 screws on KEY BOARD. 2. Lay the KEY BOARD down over the Panel Frame.
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3. Unplug SPEAKER CABLES and KEY BOARD CABLE, and then take away KEY BOARD. 4. Remove 2 pieces of TAPE. 5. Disconnect KEY BOARD with MAIN BOARD.
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6. Disconnect POWER BOARD CABLE. Main Board 1. Release 2 screws on MAIN BOARD SHIELDING. 2. Pull down MAIN SHIELDING slightly to dismount.
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3. Remove 1 TAPE here. 4. Open LVDS CABLE COVER and then disconnect LVDS CABLE. 5. Use space screwdriver to remove 2 screws on D-SUB PORT.
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6. Release 5 screws on MAIN BOARD. 7. Remove MAIN BOARD. Power Board 1. Remove 2 screws on POWER BOARD SHIELDING.
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2. Pull down to remove POWER BOARD SHIELDING. 3. Unplug LAMP CABLES. 4. Release 4 screws on POWER BOARD.
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5. Remove 2 screws on AC-IN PORT. 6. Take out POWER BOARD.
Information in this section is to perform the assembly procedure of the LCD monitor. Asus MB17SE LCD monitor consists of various subsystems. This section describes the procedures for LCD monitor assembly. In addition, the detailed assembly procedures of individual modules will be provided for your service needs.
4.2 Panel Subsystem 1. Plug LVDS CABLE. 2. Paste 1 piece of TAPE on LVDS CABLE. 3. Assemble PANEL FRAME with LCD PANEL, and then tighten 4 screws on both sides.
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4. Locate LCD in BEZEL and press down to fix it. 5. Secure 4 screws on PANEL FRAME.
4.3 Board Subsystem Power Board 1. Mount POWER BOARD. 2. Tighten 2 screws on AC-IN PORT. 3. Secure 4 screws on POWER BOARD.
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4. Plug 4 LAMP CABLES. 5. Push up to mount POWER BOARD SHIELDING. 6. Tighten 2 screws on POWER BOARD SHIELDING.
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Main Board 1. Install MAIN BOARD. 2. Tighten 5 screws on MAIN BOARD. 3. Use space screwdriver to secure 2 screws on D-SUB PORT.
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4. Plug LVDS CABLE, and then cover LVDS CABLE COVER 5. Paste 1 piece of TAPE. 6. Push up to assemble MAIN BOARD SHIELDING. 7. Tighten 2 screws on MAIN BOARD SHIELDING.
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Key Board 1. Connect POWER BOARD CABLE with both POWER BOARD and MAIN BOARD. 2. Connect KEY BOARD CABLE with MAIN BOARD. 3. Paste 2 Pieces of TAPE.
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4. Plug SPEAKER CABLES and KEY BOARD CABLE with KEY BOARD. 5. Assemble KEY BOARD on BEZEL, and secure 6 screws on it.
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Back Cover 1. Assemble BACK COVER, and press down along sides to lock latches. 2. Tighten 3 screws on BACK COVER. 3. Assemble HINGE, and tighten 4 screws on it.
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4. Install STAND over HINGE. 5. Tighten 4 screws on STAND.