Computer Monitor User's Guide

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Table of Contents

Precautions ....................................................................................................... 2

Special notes on LCD monitors........................................................................ 2

Package contents ............................................................................................. 3

Installation instructions ................................................................................... 3

Assembling the monitor .............................................................................. 3

Adjusting the viewing angle........................................................................ 4

Connecting the devices ................................................................................ 5

Switching the power .................................................................................... 6

Adjusting display settings................................................................................ 6

External controls........................................................................................... 6

OSD options...................................................................................................... 7

OSD menu ..................................................................................................... 7

Troubleshooting............................................................................................. 10

General specifications.................................................................................... 11

Summary of content (11 pages)

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Table of Contents Precautions ....................................................................................................... 2 Special notes on LCD monitors........................................................................ 2 Package contents ............................................................................................. 3 Installation instructions ................................................................................... 3 Assembling the monitor .......................
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Precautions y y y y y The monitor may be damaged if placed too near a source of heat. Be aware of the location of radiators, cookers, open fires, etc. Do not cover the slots and openings on the back or top of the cabinet, as the monitor requires ventilation. The monitor should be located in a well-ventilated room to prevent the possibility of overheating. Do not allow sharp objects such as knives, pens, or pencils near the screen.
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Package contents LCD monitor Power cord Audio cable VGA cable (Optional) DVI cable User's Guide (CD) Quick Start Guide (Optional) Installation instructions Assembling the monitor 1. Position the monitor on top of the base. 2. Connect the base into the neck of the monitor along the track. Detaching the monitor If you need to detach the monitor for repackaging, the monitor and base must be separated in order to fit in the carton. To detach the monitor: 1.
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Adjusting the viewing angle The viewing angle of the monitor ranges from -5 – 20°. NOTES • Do not touch the LCD screen when you change the angle. It may cause damage or break the LCD screen. • Careful attention is required not to catch your fingers or hands when you change the angle.
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Connecting the devices Caution: Make sure that the computer and the monitor are both disconnected from the power supply. 1 Power cord 2 VGA cable 3 DVI-D cable (Optional) 4 Audio cable (Optional) Attach the monitor to the power cord, and then insert the power cord into a properly grounded electrical socket. Connect the signal cable to the VGA input socket of the monitor, and connect the signal cable to the VGA output socket of the graphics card on the computer.
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Switching the power First, switch on the hard-switch on the backside of monitor, then turn on PC and power button on monitor’s control panel. When you see the LED on the power button go green, this indicates the computer is ready for use. Allow about 10 seconds for the video signal to appear. If you do not see the green light on the power button or a video signal, check the connections.
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OSD options Please refer to "External controls" on Page 6. To adjust the OSD settings: 1. Press the Menu button to open the OSD menu. 2. Use Plus/Minus buttons to toggle between the 10 OSD functions (and also to adjust the controls to desired levels once a function has been selected). 3. Press Menu again to select one of the 10 OSD functions. 4. When you have finished adjusting the OSD settings, press the Auto button to exit the OSD.
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Color adjustment: There are three ways to adjust color: Warm (reddish white) Cool (bluish white) User (you can adjust the colors red, green and blue to the intensity you desire) Language for Asia: Select the OSD menu language. Select from English, German, Spanish, Simplified Chinese, Traditional Chinese, French, Italian, and Japanese. Language for EMEA: Select the OSD menu language. Select from English, German, Spanish, Russia, Nederlands, French, Italian, and Finnish.
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Auto Config: System runs auto-configuration. (Optional) Input signal: Select either Analog Input or Digital Input video. Information: This shows information about the screen. Reset: Resets all settings to default levels. Exit: Exit from OSD.
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Troubleshooting Problem Power LED is not ON Possible Solutions y Check to see if the power switch is in the ON position. y Ensure that the Power Cord is connected. y Check to see if the power switch is in the ON position. y y Ensure that the power cord is connected. Ensure the video cable is securely connected to the back of the monitor and the computer. y Move the mouse or press any key on the keyboard to bring the monitor out of "active off" mode.
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General specifications Item LCD panel Display Max resolution Pixel pitch Color Brightness Contrast ratio Response time View angle of horizontal View angle of vertical External controls Power Button Control Buttons OSD Function Contrast/Brightness Focus/Clock Position Color Language OSD setting Auto config / Input signal Information Reset Exit Video Interface Video Sync Audio Plug & Play Power Power source Power consumption [Energy Star] On. Stand by OFF Power consumption Max.