VX3258-PC-mhd/ VX3258-PC-mhd-W LCD Monitor User Guide IMPORTANT: Please read this User Guide to obtain important information on installing and using your product in a safe manner, as well as registering your product for future service. Warranty information contained in this User Guide will describe your limited coverage from ViewSonic Corporation, which is also found on our web site at http://www.viewsonic.
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Safety Precautions Please read the following Safety Precautions before you start using the device. • Keep this user guide in a safe place for later reference. • Read all warnings and follow all instructions. • Sit at least 18" (45 cm) away from the device. • Allow at least 4" (10 cm) clearance around the device to ensure proper ventilation. • Place the device in a well-ventilated area. Do not place anything on the device that prevents heat dissipation. • Do not use the device near water.
• When connecting to a power outlet, DO NOT remove the grounding prong. Please ensure grounding prongs are NEVER REMOVED. • Protect the power cord from being treaded upon or pinched, particularly at the plug, and at the point where it emerges from the equipment. Ensure that the power outlet is located near the equipment so that it is easily accessible. • Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.
Contents Introduction................................................................. 7 Package Contents....................................................................................................7 Product Overview....................................................................................................8 Initial Setup.................................................................. 9 Installing the Stand....................................................................................
Regulatory and Service Information........................... 48 Compliance Information........................................................................................48 FCC Compliance Statement.................................................................................... 48 Industry Canada Statement.................................................................................... 48 CE Conformity for European Countries..................................................................
Introduction Package Contents • • • • Monitor Power cord Video cable Quick start guide NOTE The power cord and video cables included in your package may vary depending on your country. Please contact your local reseller for more information.
Product Overview Front View Display screen Power button Rear View Security Slot 1 DC IN jack 2 HDMI port Audio Out port DisplayPort NOTE For more information about the Joy Key and the (Middle)//// key and its functions, refer to “Hot Keys” on page 20.
Initial Setup This section provides detailed instructions for setting up your monitor. Installing the Stand 1. Place the monitor on a flat, stable surface with the screen facing down. 2. Align and connect the monitor stand’s base to the monitor stand’s neck with the single (1) screw provided.
3. Lift the device into its upright position on a flat, stable surface. NOTE Always place the device on a flat, stable surface. Failure to do so may cause the device to fall and damage the device and/or result in personal injury.
Using the Security Slot To help prevent the device from being stolen, use a security slot locking device to secure the device to a fixed object. Below is an example of setting up a security slot locking device on a table.
Making Connections This section guides you on how to connect the monitor with other equipment. Connecting to Power 1. Connect the power cord to the power adapter. 2. Connect the power adapter to the DC IN jack at the rear of the device. 3. Connect the power cord plug to a power outlet.
Connecting External Devices HDMI Connection Connect one end of an HDMI cable to the HDMI port of your monitor. Then connect the other end of the cable to the HDMI port of your computer. NOTE The monitor is equipped with two (2) HDMI 1.4 ports.
DisplayPort Connection Connect one end of a DisplayPort cable to the DisplayPort port. Then connect the other end of the cable to the DisplayPort or mini DP port of your computer. NOTE To connect the monitor to the Thunderbolt port (v. 1&2) on your Mac, connect the mini DP end of the “mini DP to DisplayPort cable” to the Thunderbolt output of your Mac. Then connect the other end of the cable to the DisplayPort of the monitor.
Audio Connection Plug the audio jack of the ear-/headphones into the Audio Out port of the monitor. Additionally, you can connect the monitor to a sound bar using an audio cable. NOTE The monitor is also equipped with dual speakers.
Using the Monitor Adjusting the Viewing Angle For optimal viewing, you can adjust the viewing angle using the following method: Tilt Angle Adjustment Tilt the monitor forwards or backwards to the desired viewing angle (-5° to 10°). NOTE When adjusting, support the stand firmly with one hand while tilting the monitor forwards or backwards with the other hand.
Turning the Device On/Off 1. Plug the power cord into a power outlet. 2. Press the (Middle) key to turn on the monitor. 3. To turn the monitor off, press and hold the (Middle) key for 3 seconds. NOTE The monitor will still consume some power as long as the power cord is connected to the power outlet. If the device is not being used for a long period of time, please disconnect the power plug from the power outlet.
Using the Control Panel Keys Use the control panel keys to access the Quick Menu, activate Hot Keys, navigate the On-Screen Display (OSD) Menu, and change the settings. Quick Menu Press the // key to activate the Quick Menu. Viewmode Contrast/Brightness Input Select Main Menu Exit NOTE Follow the key guide that appears at the side of the screen to select the option or make adjustments. ViewMode Select one of the preset color settings.
Contrast/Brightness Adjust the contrast or brightness level. Contrast Brightness 70 100 ness Input Select Select the input source. HDMI1 HDMI2 DisplayPort Menu Enter the On-Screen Display (OSD) Menu. VX3258 Input Select Audio Adjust ViewMode Color Adjust Manual Image Adjust Setup Menu HDMI 1 HDMI 2 DisplayPort 1920 x 1080@60Hz 75% NOTE Pressing the (Middle) key will also activate the OSD Menu directly. Exit Exit the Quick Menu. NOTE Use the (Middle) key to exit the Quick Menu.
Hot Keys When the On-Screen Display (OSD) Menu is off, you can quickly access special functions by using the control panel keys. Key Description Pressing the key once will quickly open your preferred menu and (Shortcut) adjustment options. Hot Keys Press and hold for 5 seconds to reassign your preferred menu shortcut. Hot Keys When the OSD menu is off, you can quickly access special func�ons by using the control panel keys. Users can choose from: Volume, Lightfunc�ons Filter, Game Mode, Aspectpanel keys.
OSD Lock/Unlock OSD Locked Key OSD Locked Description Press and hold for 5 seconds to display the “lock/unlock Power button” menu. 1+3 Press the keys to unlock/lock the Power bu�on. When the menu appears on the screen, continue holding for 10 seconds When the menu appears on the screen, press and hold both keys for 10 seconds to 1 + 3 to lock/unlock Press the keys toPower unlock/lock the Power bu�on. the Power button. unlock/lock the bu�on.
Configuring the Settings General Operations 1. Press the // key to display the Quick Menu. Then press the key to display the On-Screen Display (OSD) Menu. VX3258 Input Select Audio Adjust ViewMode Color Adjust Manual Image Adjust Setup Menu HDMI 1 HDMI 2 DisplayPort 1920 x 1080@60Hz 75% NOTE Additionally, the directly. (Middle) key can be pressed to display the OSD Menu 2. Press the or key to select the main menu. Then press the key to enter the selected menu.
3. Press the or key to select the desired menu option. Then press the key to enter the sub-menu. VX3258 Input Select Audio Adjust ViewMode Color Adjust Volume On Mute Off Manual Image Adjust Setup Menu 1920 x 1080@60Hz 75% 4. Press the or key to select the setting. Then press the key to confirm. Or, press the or key to adjust the setting. Then press the (Middle) key to confirm.
VX3258 Input Select Audio Adjust VX3258 ViewMode Color Adjust Manual Image Adjust Input Select Setup Menu Audio Adjust Volume On Volume Mute Off Mute 75% ViewMode 1920 x 1080@60Hz Color Adjust Manual Image Adjust Setup Menu 50 75% 1920 x 1080@60Hz 5. Press the key or key to return to the previous menu. NOTE Which key you press to return to the previous menu will be dependant on your menu selection/adjustments. 6. To exit the OSD Menu, press the (Middle) key.
On-Screen Display (OSD) Menu Tree Main Menu Sub-menu Input Select Menu Option HDMI 1 HDMI 2 DisplayPort Audio Adjust Volume Mute (-/+, 0~100) On Off ViewMode Standard Game FPS RTS MOBA Custom Low Input Lag On Black Stabilization (-/+, 0~100) Advanced DCR (-/+, 0/25/50/75/100) Response Time Standard Off Advanced Ultra Fast Reset Movie Web Text MAC Mono 25
Main Menu Sub-menu Menu Option Color Adjust Contrast/ Brightness Contrast (-/+, 0~100) Brightness (-/+, 0~100) 6-Axis Color Hue Red (-/+, 0~100) Green (-/+, 0~100) Blue (-/+, 0~100) Cyan (-/+, 0~100) Magenta (-/+, 0~100) Yellow (-/+, 0~100) Red (-/+, 0~100) Green (-/+, 0~100) Blue (-/+, 0~100) Cyan (-/+, 0~100) Magenta (-/+, 0~100) Yellow (-/+, 0~100) Red (-/+, 0~100) Green (-/+, 0~100) Blue (-/+, 0~100) Saturation Color Temperature sRGB Bluish Cool Native Warm User
Main Menu Sub-menu Menu Option Sharpness Manual Image Adjust Blue Light Filter (-/+, 0/25/50/75/100) Aspect Ratio (-/+, 0~100) 4:3 Fill Aspect Ratio Full Screen Overscan On Off Black Stabilization (-/+, 0/10/20/30/40/ 50/60/70/80/90/100) Advanced DCR (-/+, 0/25/50/75/100) Response Time Standard Advanced Ultra Fast 27
Main Menu Sub-menu Menu Option Setup Menu English Language Français Deutsch Español Italiano Suomi Русский 日本語 Türkçe 한국어 繁體中文 简体中文 Česká Svenska AMD FreeSync On Off 1ms Mode On Off Shortcut Key 1 Volume Blue Light Filter Game Mode Aspect Ratio Color Temperature Resolution Notice On Off Information OSD Timeout (-/+, 5/15/30/60) OSD Background On Off Power Indicator On Off Auto Power Off On Off 28
Main Menu Sub-menu Menu Option Setup Menu 30 Minutes Sleep 45 Minutes 60 Minutes 120 Minutes Off Eco Mode Standard Optimize Conserve DDC/CI On Off Memory Recall 29
Menu Options Input Select 1. Press the // key to display the Quick Menu. Then press the key to display the OSD Menu. 2. Press the or key to select Input Select. Then press the key to enter the Input Select menu. VX3258 Input Select Audio Adjust ViewMode Color Adjust Manual Image Adjust Setup Menu HDMI 1 HDMI 2 DisplayPort 1920 x 1080@60Hz 75% 3. Press the or key to select the desired input source. Then press the key to confirm the selection.
Audio Adjust 1. Press the // key to display the Quick Menu. Then press the key to display the OSD Menu. 2. Press the or key to select Audio Adjust. Then press the key to enter the Audio Adjust menu. VX3258 Input Select Audio Adjust ViewMode Color Adjust Manual Image Adjust Setup Menu Volume Mute 1920 x 1080@60Hz 75% 3. Press the or key to select the desired option. Then press the key to enter its sub-menu. 4. Press the or key to select the setting.
ViewMode Menu 1. Press the // key to display the Quick Menu. Then press the key to display the OSD Menu. 2. Press the or key to select ViewMode. Then press the key to enter the ViewMode menu. VX3258 Input Select Audio Adjust ViewMode Color Adjust Manual Image Adjust Setup Menu Standard Game Movie Web Text MAC Mono 1920 x 1080@60Hz 75% 3. Press the or key to select the setting. Then press the key to confirm the selection.
Color Adjust Menu NOTE Some sub-menus may not be adjustable depending on the user’s custom settings. 1. Press the // key to display the Quick Menu. Then press the key to display the OSD Menu. 2. Press the or key to select Color Adjust. Then press the key to enter the Color Adjust menu. VX3258 Input Select Audio Adjust ViewMode Color Adjust Manual Image Adjust Setup Menu Contrast/Brightness Color Temperature Color Space Color Range Gamma 1920 x 1080@60Hz 75% 3.
Menu Option Description Contrast/Brightness Contrast Adjust the degree of difference between the lightest and darkest parts of the picture and change the amount of black and white in the image. Brightness Adjust the background black levels of the screen image. 6-Axis Color Hue Adjust the tint of each color (red, green, blue, cyan, magenta, and yellow). Saturation Adjust the color depth of each color (red, green, blue, cyan, magenta, and yellow). Color Temperature Select the color temperature setting.
Manual Image Adjust Menu 1. Press the // key to display the Quick Menu. Then press the key to display the OSD Menu. 2. Press the or key to select Manual Image Adjust. Then press the key to enter the Manual Image Adjust menu. VX3258 Input Select Audio Adjust ViewMode Color Adjust Manual Image Adjust Setup Menu Sharpness Blue Light Filter Aspect Ratio Overscan Black Stabilization Advanced DCR Response Time 1920 x 1080@60Hz 75% 3. Press the or key to select the menu option.
Menu Option Advanced DCR Response Time Description Automatically detects the image signal and intelligently controls the backlight brightness and color to improve on the ability to make the black blacker in a dark scene, and make the white whiter in a bright environment. Adjust the response time, creating smooth images without streaking, blurring or ghosting.
Setup Menu 1. Press the // key to display the Quick Menu. Then press the key to display the OSD Menu. 2. Press the or key to select Setup Menu. Then press the key to enter the Setup Menu menu. VX3258 Input Select Audio Adjust ViewMode Color Adjust Manual Image Adjust Setup Menu Language Freesync Ims Mode Shortcut Key Resolution Notice Information OSD Timeout OSD Background Power Indicator Auto Power Off Sleep ECO Mode 1920 x 1080@60Hz 75% 3.
Menu Option Language AMD FreeSync 1ms Mode Shortcut Key 1 Description Select an available language for the OSD Menu. Puts an end to choppy gameplay and broken frames with fluid, artifact-free performance at virtually any frame rate. Enable this option for the lowest response time available. Select the menu that will be assigned to the (Shortcut) key. Resolution Notice Enable this option to allow the system to inform users that the current viewing resolution is not the correct native resolution.
Appendix Specifications Item Category Specifications LCD Type TFT Type, a-si TFT LCD, Active Matrix 1920 x 1080, 0.364 mm x 0.364 mm pixel pitch 81 cm, 32" (31.
Item Category Specifications Power Adapter2 Input Voltage Output Voltage Full Scan (H x V) Temperature Humidity Altitude Temperature Humidity Altitude Physical (W x H x D) Physical On Off AC 100-240V, 50/60Hz (auto switch) DC 12V, 5A 698.4 x 392.9 mm (27.5” x 15.5”) 0° C to 40° C (32° F to 104° F) 20% to 90% (non-condensing) 16, 404 feet (5 km) -20° C to 60° C (-4° F to 140° F) 5% to 90% (non-condensing) 40, 000 feet (12.1 km) 713.3 x 489.1 x 218.2 mm (28” x 19.3” x 8.6”) 5.9 kg (13 lbs) 38.
Glossary This section describes the standard glossary of terms used in all LCD display models. All terms are listed in alphabetical order. NOTE Some terms may not be applicable to your monitor. A Advanced DCR Advanced DCR technology automatically detects the image signal and intelligently controls the backlight brightness and color to improve on the ability to make the black blacker in a dark scene, and make the white whiter in a bright environment.
C Color Adjust Provides several color adjustment modes, to help adjust the color settings to fit the user’s needs. Color Range The monitor can detect the input signal color range automatically. You can manually change the color range options to fit the correct color range if the colors are not displayed correctly. Options Auto Description The monitor automatically recognizes the color format and black and white levels. Full Range The color range of the black and white levels are full.
H HDR10 (High-Dynamic-Range) Reduces the overall contrast of a given scene so that detail in the highlights and shadows can be seen. NOTE Only available on HDR10 video content. Hue Adjusts the tint of each color (red, green, blue, cyan, magenta, and yellow). I Information Displays the timing mode (video signal input) coming from the graphics card in the computer, the LCD model number, the serial number, and the ViewSonic® website URL.
O Overscan Refers to a cropped image on your monitor’s screen. A setting on your monitor zooms in on movie content, so that you cannot see the outermost edges of the film. P PIP (Picture-in-Picture) Split the screen into two parts, a main window and an inset window. The user can specify the input source for each screen. PIP Swap This exchanges the main-picture source with the sub-picture source. R Recall Resets the ViewMode monitor settings.
Troubleshooting This section describes some common problems that you may experience when using the monitor. Problem or Issue Possible Solutions No power • Make sure you have turned on the monitor by pressing the Power button. • Make sure the power cord is properly and securely connected to the monitor and power outlet. • Plug another electrical device into the power outlet to verify that the outlet is supplying power.
Problem or Issue Possible Solutions The OSD Menu does not appear on the screen/the OSD controls are inaccessible • Check whether the OSD Menu is locked. Press and hold the key for 5 seconds to check. • Turn off the monitor, unplug the power cord, plug it back in, and then turn on the monitor. • Reset the monitor to factory settings. Control panel keys do not work • Press only one key at a time. • Restart the computer.
Maintenance General Precautions • Make sure the monitor is turned off and the power cable is unplugged from the power outlet. • Never spray or pour any liquid directly onto the screen or case. • Handle the monitor with care, as a darker-colored monitor, if scuffed, may show marks more clearly than a lighter-colored monitor. Cleaning the Screen • Wipe the screen with a clean, soft, lint-free cloth. This removes dust and other particles.
Regulatory and Service Information Compliance Information This section addresses all connected requirements and statements regarding regulations. Confirmed corresponding applications shall refer to nameplate labels and relevant markings on the unit. FCC Compliance Statement This device complies with part 15 of FCC Rules.
The following information is only for EU-member states: The mark shown to the right is in compliance with the Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment Directive 2012/19/EU (WEEE). The mark indicates the requirement NOT to dispose of the equipment as unsorted municipal waste, but use the return and collection systems according to local law.
Indian Restriction of Hazardous Substances Restriction on Hazardous Substances statement (India). This product complies with the “India E-waste Rule 2011” and prohibits use of lead, mercury, hexavalent chromium, polybrominated biphenyls or polybrominated diphenyl ethers in concentrations exceeding 0.1 weight % and 0.01 weight % for cadmium, except for the exemptions set in Schedule 2 of the Rule.
Copyright Information Copyright© ViewSonic® Corporation, 2019. All rights reserved. Macintosh and Power Macintosh are registered trademarks of Apple Inc. Microsoft, Windows, and the Windows logo are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and other countries. ViewSonic®, the three birds logo, OnView, ViewMatch, and ViewMeter are registered trademarks of ViewSonic® Corporation. VESA is a registered trademark of the Video Electronics Standards Association.
Customer Service For technical support or product service, see the table below or contact your reseller. NOTE You will need the product’s serial number. Country/ Region Website Country/ Region Website Asia Pacific & Africa Australia www.viewsonic.com/au/ Bangladesh www.viewsonic.com/bd/ 中国 (China) www.viewsonic.com.cn 香港 (繁體中文) www.viewsonic.com/hk/ Hong Kong (English) www.viewsonic.com/hk-en/ India www.viewsonic.com/in/ Indonesia www.viewsonic.com/id/ Israel www.viewsonic.
Limited Warranty ViewSonic® Display What the warranty covers: ViewSonic® warrants its products to be free from defects in material and workmanship during the warranty period. If a product proves to be defective in material or workmanship during the warranty period, ViewSonic® will, at its sole option, and as your sole remedy, repair or replace the product with a similar product. Replacement Product or parts may include remanufactured or refurbished parts or components.
• Causes external to the product, such as electric power fluctuations or failure. • Use of supplies or parts not meeting ViewSonic’s specifications. • Failure of owner to perform periodic product maintenance as stated in the User Guide. • Any other cause which does not relate to a product defect. • Damage caused by static (non-moving) images displayed for lengthy periods of time (also referred to as image burn-in). • Software - Any third-party software included with the product or installed by the customer.
Exclusion of damages: ViewSonic’s liability is limited to the cost of repair or replacement of the product. ViewSonic® shall not be liable for: • Damage to other property caused by any defects in the product, damages based upon inconvenience, loss of use of the product, loss of time, loss of profits, loss of business opportunity, loss of goodwill, interference with business relationships, or other commercial loss, even if advised of the possibility of such damages.
Mexico Limited Warranty ViewSonic® Display What the warranty covers: ViewSonic® warrants its products to be free from defects in material and workmanship, under normal use, during the warranty period. If a product proves to be defective in material or workmanship during the warranty period, ViewSonic® will, at its sole option, repair or replace the product with a like product. Replacement product or parts may include remanufactured or refurbished parts or components & accessories.
How to get service: For information about receiving service under warranty, contact ViewSonic® Customer Support (Please refer to the attached “Customer Service” page). You will need to provide your product’s serial number, so please record the product information in the space provided below on your purchase for your future use. Please retain your receipt of proof of purchase to support your warranty claim.
Contact Information for Sales & Authorized Service (Centro Autorizado de Servicio) within Mexico: Name, address, of manufacturer and importers: México, Av. de la Palma #8 Piso 2 Despacho 203, Corporativo Interpalmas, Col. San Fernando Huixquilucan, Estado de México Tel: (55) 3605-1099 http://www.viewsonic.com/la/soporte/index.htm NÚMERO GRATIS DE ASISTENCIA TÉCNICA PARA TODO MÉXICO: 001.866.823.2004 Hermosillo: Distribuciones y Servicios Computacionales SA de CV. Calle Juarez 284 local 2 Col. Bugambilias C.
Process Color C0 M91 Y72 K24 Process Color C0 M0 Y0 K100 Process Color C0 M91 Y72 K24 Spot Color Pantone Black C Spot Color Pantone 187 C
