Your Gateway Computer componentguide FPD 1540 Monitor Setting up Troubleshooting
Contents Using Your FPD 1540 Monitor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Connecting the monitor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Starting the monitor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Adjusting monitor settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 External controls . . . . . . . .
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Using Your FPD 1540 Monitor The FPD 1540 monitor is a high-resolution color LCD with: ■ Over 16 million colors ■ Excellent contrast and legibility ■ Space-saving and lightweight design ■ Reduced power usage 1
Chapter : Using Your FPD 1540 Monitor Connecting the monitor To connect the monitor: 1 Position your computer and the monitor so you can easily reach the back of each. 2 Attach the base to the monitor. 3 Lay your monitor down flat. Tips & Tricks 2 Avoid scratching the screen by placing it on a towel or other non-abrasive surface. www.gateway.
Connecting the monitor 4 Connect the power cord to the power connector underneath the bottom of the screen. 5 Connect the video cable to the blue video connector underneath the bottom of the screen. 6 7 Return the monitor to its upright position. Make sure that your computer is turned off. www.gateway.
Chapter : Using Your FPD 1540 Monitor 4 8 Connect the video cable to the matching video port on the back of your computer. 9 Plug the power cord into a correctly grounded electrical outlet. www.gateway.
Starting the monitor Starting the monitor To start the monitor: 1 Press the power button on the monitor. The power LED turns on. Power button LED 2 3 Turn on your computer. 4 5 Adjust the tilt of the monitor for the best viewing angle. 6 After your computer is running, the power LED on the monitor should be green. Allow about 10 seconds for the display image to appear. If the power LED is not green or you do not see a display image, check the connections.
Chapter : Using Your FPD 1540 Monitor Adjusting monitor settings Use the external controls (located on the monitor itself) and software controls (accessible in Windows) to adjust the display image. For more information about software controls, see “Software controls” on page 10. External controls These monitors feature an on-screen display (OSD) that lets you adjust and save contrast, brightness, and other settings for the monitor.
Adjusting monitor settings OSD options To adjust the OSD settings: 1 Press the SELECT button. The OSD menu opens. AUTO USER R G B EXIT 48.2 KHz / 59.8 Hz 1024 X 768 2 Use the – and + buttons to highlight a control, then press the SELECT button to open the menu option. 3 4 5 Use the – and + buttons to adjust the control to the desired level. Press the SELECT button to return to the main menu.
Chapter : Using Your FPD 1540 Monitor OSD menus You can access any of these menus in the OSD: OSD Menu Option BRIGHTNESS. Adjust the brightness of the screen. Use the lowest brightness setting you are comfortable with to maximize the life of the monitor backlights. AUTO USER Description R G You may need to readjust brightness after the monitor has warmed up. B EXIT CONTRAST. Adjusts the contrast of the screen. 48.2 KHz / 59.8 Hz 1024 X 768 AUTO CONTRAST.
Adjusting monitor settings OSD Menu Option Description Tool. Opens a sub menu that lets you control: TOOL LANGUAGE. Changes the language of the OSD display. xy i OFF EXIT OFF OSD TURN OFF. Sets the number of seconds the OSD menu is displayed before it turns off automatically. OSD LOCK OUT. Locks the OSD so settings can not be changed. Press the RESET/AUTO button and + button at the same time to turn the OSD LOCK OUT on and off. xy i RESOLUTION NOTIFIER.
Chapter : Using Your FPD 1540 Monitor Software controls Adjusting the color depth and screen resolution are two of the most basic monitor settings you may need to change. Adjusting the color depth Color depth is the number of colors your video card uses. Most images look best displayed with the maximum number of colors available. Windows lets you choose from several color depth settings for the monitor. We recommend that you use the 32-bit True Color setting or the highest setting available at all times.
Adjusting monitor settings 3 Click the Settings tab. 4 Click the arrow button to open the Color quality or Colors list, then click the color depth you want. 5 To save your changes in Windows XP, click OK, then click Yes. - OR To save your changes in Windows 2000, click OK, then click OK again Help and Support For more information about adjusting monitor settings in Windows XP, click Start, then click Help and Support.
Chapter : Using Your FPD 1540 Monitor Adjusting the screen resolution You can change the screen resolution to a size you prefer. For example, you can increase the resolution to fit more icons on your desktop, or you can decrease the resolution to make reading and identifying objects on the monitor easier. The higher the resolution, the smaller individual components of the screen (such as icons and menu bars) appear. To change the screen resolution: 1 In Windows XP, click Start, then click Control Panel.
Adjusting monitor settings 4 5 Drag the Screen resolution or Screen area slider to the size you prefer. To save your changes in Windows XP, click OK, then click Yes. - OR To save your changes in Windows 2000, click OK, then click OK again. Help and Support For more information about adjusting screen resolution in Windows XP, click Start, then click Help and Support. Type the keyword changing screen resolution in the Search box , then click the arrow. www.gateway.
Chapter : Using Your FPD 1540 Monitor Video modes The monitor supports several video modes. Best screen resolution is 1024 × 768 @ 60 Hz. The supported video modes are: Screen Resolution (display mode) Horizontal Frequency Vertical Frequency 1 640 × 480 31.47 kHz 60 Hz 2 640 × 480 37.5 kHz 75 Hz 3 720 × 400 31.47 kHz 70 Hz 4 800 × 600 37.88 kHz 60 Hz 5 800 × 600 46.88 kHz 75 Hz 6 1024 × 768 48.36 kHz 60 Hz 7 1024 × 768 61.12 kHz 75 Hz 8 1280 × 1024 63.
Power management Power management ENERGY STAR As an ENERGY STAR® Partner, Gateway has determined that this product meets the ENERGY STAR guidelines for energy efficiency. This monitor complies with the EPA's International ENERGY STAR Program, which is a program designed to encourage manufacturers of computer equipment to build circuitry into their products to reduce energy consumption during time of non-use.
Chapter : Using Your FPD 1540 Monitor Maintenance To keep the monitor in optimal working order: ■ Do not block the ventilation holes. ■ Do not expose the monitor to rain or use near water. ■ Keep the monitor away from radiators or heat vents. ■ Keep the monitor out of direct sunlight. To clean the monitor, use a soft cloth lightly moistened with water only. Wipe the cabinet, screen, and controls. Caution 16 Do not use any type of abrasive pad or glass cleaner.
Troubleshooting Troubleshooting If you have problems with the monitor, the information in this troubleshooting section may help you solve them. Important Make sure that the monitor has warmed up for approximately 30 minutes before making any judgments about the picture quality. No power Make sure that the power cord is connected correctly to both the back of the monitor and the wall outlet. For more information about connecting the power cord, see “Connecting the monitor” on page 2. www.gateway.
Chapter : Using Your FPD 1540 Monitor No picture ■ Make sure that the power cord is connected correctly to both the back of the monitor and the wall outlet. For more information about connecting the power cord, see “Connecting the monitor” on page 2. ■ Make sure that the video cable is connected securely to the back of the monitor and your computer. For more information about connecting the video cable, see “Connecting the monitor” on page 2. ■ Make sure that the monitor power button is turned on.
Troubleshooting Picture has shadows or “ghosts” ■ Press the RESET/AUTO button to automatically adjust the display image to the ideal settings. For more information, see “External controls” on page 6. ■ Remove any extension cables or switchblades. ■ Make sure that the video cable is connected securely to the back of the monitor and your computer. For more information about connecting the video cable, see “Connecting the monitor” on page 2. ■ Make sure that the video cable is not damaged.
Chapter : Using Your FPD 1540 Monitor Specifications Specifications are subject to change without notice or obligation. Monitor 15-inch active-matrix TFT (Thin Film Transistor) LCD Best screen resolution 1024 × 768 @ 60 Hz Display colors Over 16 million colors Power input AC 100-240 V 50/60 Hz 0.6 A Power consumption Normal operation: <35 W Active Off operation: 2 W Dimensions 13.68 × 7.22 × 13.46 inches (W × D × H) 347.4 × 183.5 × 341.
Safety, Regulatory, and Legal Information Important safety information Your Gateway system is designed and tested to meet the latest standards for safety of information technology equipment. However, to ensure safe use of this product, it is important that the safety instructions marked on the product and in the documentation are followed. Warning Always follow these instructions to help guard against personal injury and damage to your Gateway system.
Appendix : Safety, Regulatory, and Legal Information Setting up your system 2 ■ Read and follow all instructions marked on the product and in the documentation before you operate your system. Retain all safety and operating instructions for future use. ■ Do not use this product near water or a heat source such as a radiator. ■ Set up the system on a stable work surface. ■ The product should only be operated from the type of power source indicated on the rating label.
Important safety information Care during use ■ Do not walk on the power cord or allow anything to rest on it. ■ Do not spill anything on the system. The best way to avoid spills is to avoid eating and drinking near your system. ■ Do not expose the monitor to rain or use near water. If the monitor does get exposed to moisture, unplug it and allow it to dry for 24 hours. Call Gateway Technical Support for advice on whether the monitor is safe to turn back on.
Appendix : Safety, Regulatory, and Legal Information Regulatory compliance statements United States of America Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Unintentional emitter per FCC Part 15 This device has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
Regulatory compliance statements Canada Industry Canada (IC) Unintentional emitter per ICES-003 This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise emissions from digital apparatus as set out in the radio interference regulations of Industry Canada. Le présent appareil numérique n’émet pas de bruits radioélectriques dépassant les limites applicables aux appareils numériques de Classe B prescrites dans le règlement sur le brouillage radioélectrique édicté par Industrie Canada.
Appendix : Safety, Regulatory, and Legal Information Notices Copyright © 2003 Gateway, Inc. All Rights Reserved 14303 Gateway Place Poway, CA 92064 USA All Rights Reserved This publication is protected by copyright and all rights are reserved. No part of it may be reproduced or transmitted by any means or in any form, without prior consent in writing from Gateway. The information in this manual has been carefully checked and is believed to be accurate. However, changes are made periodically.
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