Gateway HD1900 User manual

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HD1900 19-inch Widescreen LCD Monitor
USERGUIDE

Contents
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Using Your Gateway Flat-Panel Monitor. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Connecting your monitor . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . 2
Attaching the base . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . .. . 2
Connecting video inputs . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . 3
Connecting power . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . .. . 4
Connecting a security cable . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . .. . 4
Starting your monitor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . 5
Adjusting monitor settings . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . .. . 6
Using the monitor buttons . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . 6
On-screen display options . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . 7
Changing Windows screen settings . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . .10
Changing color depth and screen resolution . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . .10
Power management . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . .11
Energy declaration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . .11
Maintaining . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . .11
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
No power . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . .11
No picture . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . .12
Display colors are wrong . .. . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . ..12
Picture has shadows or “ghosts” . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . .12
Color is not uniform . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . .13
Image is not sized or centered correctly . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . .13
Your monitor has pixels that are always dark or too bright . .. . . . . . . . . .13
Connecting a game console . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . .13
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 14
Video modes . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . ..15
Safety, Regulatory, and Legal Information. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Environmental information . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . .19

Contents
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UsingYourGatewayFlat-PanelMonitor
•Connectingyourmonitor
•Startingyourmonitor
•Adjusting monitorsettings
•ChangingWindowsscreensettings
•Powermanagement
•Maintaining
•Troubleshooting
•Specifications

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Connectingyourmonitor
To set up your monitor, first unpack the box, unwrap the components, attachthe base, then make
your cable connections.
Attachingthebase
To attach the base:
•Place the monitor base on a table top, then slide the monitor neck down onto the base until
it clicks into place. You may need to press the button on the base to let the monitor slide
on smoothly.

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Connectingvideoinputs
To connect video sources to your monitor:
1Position your computer and your monitor so you can reach the back of each.
2Ifyourcomputerhasadigitalvideoconnector(DVI), connectaDVI video cable(notincluded)
to the white connector on the display.
- OR -
Connect the blue VGA video cable to the blue connector on the display.
3Make sure that your computer is turned off, then connect the other end of the video cable
to the matching video port on the back of your computer.

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Connectingpower
To connect power:
1Position your monitor so you can reach the back, then connect the power cord to the power
connector under the back of your monitor.
2Plug the power cord into a correctly grounded power outlet. We recommend using a surge
protector to protect your monitor from voltage spikes.
Connectingasecuritycable
You can secure your monitor to yourcomputerdesk (or to anotherheavy object) witha cable lock.
To connect a cable lock, follow the cable lock’s instructions to connect it to the Kensington lock
slot on the back of your monitor (cable lock not included).
Kensington lock slot

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Startingyourmonitor
To start your monitor:
1Pressthe (power)buttonon thesideofyourmonitor.ThepowerLEDinfrontofthepower
button turns on.
2Turn on your computer. After your computer is running, the power LED on your monitor’s
power button should be blue. Allow about 10 seconds for the display image to appear. If
the power LED is not blue or you do not see a display image, check the connections. For
more troubleshooting information, see “Troubleshooting” on page 11.
3Adjust the tilt of your monitor for the best viewing angle.
4Use the on-screen display (OSD) to adjust other monitor settings. For more information, see
“Adjusting monitor settings” on page 6.
Power button

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Adjustingmonitorsettings
Use your monitor controls (located on your monitor itself) and computer controls (accessible
throughWindows)toadjustthedisplayimage.Formoreinformationaboutcomputercontrols,see
“Changing Windows screen settings” on page 10.
Usingthemonitorbuttons
Thismonitorfeaturesanon-screendisplay(OSD)thatletsyouadjustcontrast,brightness,andother
settings for your monitor. Your monitor saves changes you make to the settings, even if you turn
off your monitor.
•Input
OSD active: Press to move to the previous menu.
OSD inactive: Press to select the video source.
•Auto
OSD active: Press to open a menu or setting.
OSDinactive: Pressto automaticallyoptimize the monitor’simage position,clock, and phase.
•/ (brightness)
OSD active: Press to move up through menus and adjust OSD options.
OSD inactive: Press to adjust the brightness.
•/ (contrast)
OSD active: Press to move down through menus and adjust OSD options.
OSD inactive: Press to adjust the contrast.
•Menu
Press to open or close the OSD.
Menu button
Auto button
Contrast button
Brightness button
Input button

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On-screendisplayoptions
AdjustingOSDsettings
To adjust the OSD settings:
1Press the Auto button. The display image is automatically adjusted to the ideal settings for
your current screen resolution.
2Press the Menu button. The OSD opens.
3Press the / (brightness) or / (contrast) button to highlight a setting, then press
the Auto button to open the selected menu or setting.
4Press the / (brightness) or / (contrast) button to adjust the setting or change
the option.
5Press the Input button to return to a previous menu.
6When you have finished making all adjustments, press the Menu button at the Main Menu
to exit.
Tip
While the OSD is active, on-screen labels appear next to the buttons to help
you identify them.

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OSDmenus
OSD Menu Description
Mainmenu
Auto—Automaticallyadjustsyourmonitortoitsoptimum
settings.
Picture—Opens the Picture menu, where you can adjust
brightness, contrast, gamma, and video scaling.
Geometry—Opens the Geometry menu, where you can
adjust image size and minimize distortions.
Advanced—Opens the Advanced menu, where you can
adjust the color balance, change the OSD language, and
display information about current monitor settings.
Reset—Resets the monitor to its factory settings.
Picture menu
Brightness—Adjusts the amount of light in the darkest
portion of the picture. Use the lowest brightness setting
you are comfortable with to maximize the life of the
monitor backlights.
You may need to readjust brightness after the monitor
warms up.
Contrast—Adjuststhelevelofwhitebetweenthelightest
and darkest portions of an image.
Gamma—Customizes the gamma level. High gamma
levels increase white levels and low gamma levels
increase contrast.
Main Menu
Auto
Picture
Geometry
Advanced
Reset
Picture
Brightness
Contrast
Gamma
80

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Geometrymenu
H-Position—Moves the display image left and right. You
canalsopresstheAutobuttontoconfigurethehorizontal
position automatically.
V-Position—Moves thedisplay image up and down. You
can also press the Auto button to configure the vertical
position automatically.
Clock—Minimizes any vertical bars or stripes visible on
the screen background. The horizontal screen size will
also change.
Phase—Minimizesanyhorizontaldistortionandclearsor
sharpens the displayed characters.
Advancedmenu
Color—Customizes the color levels.
Language—Changes the language of the OSD.
LED Brightness—ChangesthebrightnessoftheStandby
and Power LED to Day Mode or Nite Mode.
Resolution Reminder—If the computer display input is
not set to 1440× 900, displays a reminder that you
should change your computer’s settings to use the
optimum 1440 × 900 resolution. If you prefer using your
monitor at a resolution less than that, use this option to
turn off the Resolution Reminder. For information on
changing your computer’s display resolution, see
“Changing Windows screen settings” on page 10.
Information—Displays the current screen resolution.
OSD Menu Description
Geometry
H-Position
V-Position
Clock
Phase
Advanced
Color
Language
LED Brightness
Information
Resolution Reminder

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ChangingWindowsscreensettings
Adjustingthecolordepthandscreenareaaretwoofthemostbasicdisplaysettingsyoumayneed
to change. You can also adjust settings such as the screen background and screen saver.
Changingcolordepthandscreenresolution
Color depth is the number of colors your computer uses to display images on your monitor. Most
images look best displayed with the maximum number of colors available. If the color in your
imagesseems “false”or “jumpy,” especiallyafter you have played a game or run a video-intensive
program, check the color depth setting and return it to the highest color setting, if necessary.
Screen resolution is the number of pixels (individual colored dots) your computer uses to display
images on your monitor. The higher the resolution, the moreinformation and screen components
(such as icons and menu bars) can be displayed on your monitor.
To change the color depth or screen resolution in Windows Vista:
1Click (Start),Control Panel,thenunderAppearance and Personalization,clickAdjust
Screen Resolution. The Display Settings dialog box opens.
2To change the color depth, click the Colors list, then click the color depth you want.
•Low (8-bit) = 256 colors
•Medium (16-bit) = 65,500 colors
•Highest (24-bit) = 16,700,000 colors
3To change the screen resolution, drag the Resolution slider to the size you prefer.
4ClickApply.Ifthenewsettingsdonotlookright,clickNo.Ifthenewsettingsmakethescreen
illegible and you cannot click No, the settings return to their previous values after several
seconds.
5Click OK, then click Yes to save your changes.
To change the color depth or screen resolution in Windows XP:
1Right-click any empty space on the desktop, then click Properties. The Display Properties
dialog box opens.
2Click the Settings tab.
3To change the color depth, click the arrow button to open the Color quality list, then click
the color depth you want.
•Low (8-bit) = 256 colors
•Medium (16-bit) = 65,500 colors
•Highest (24-bit) = 16,700,000 colors
4To change the screen resolution, drag the Resolution slider to the size you prefer.
5Click OK, then click Yes.
Help
For more information about adjusting the screen, click Start, then click Help and
Support. Type adjusting monitor settings in the Search Help box, then press ENTER.

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Powermanagement
Energydeclaration
When connected to a computer that supports the VESA Display Power Management Signaling
(DPMS) Protocol, your monitor can conserve significant energy by reducing power consumption
during periods of non-use. When your computer goes intothe energy saving mode, your monitor
will then enter the ActiveOff mode (sleep). In the Active Off mode the Power LED will still show
orange.
Use these conventions and the power can be reduced to the following levels:
To “wake” your monitor when it is in Standby/ActiveOff mode, move the mouse or press any
keyboard key.
You canchangeyourmonitor’spowermanagement settingsusingtheWindowsControlPanel.For
more information, see your computer’s User Guide.
Maintaining
To keep your monitor in optimal working order:
•Do not block the ventilation holes.
•Do not expose your monitor to rain or use near water.
•Keep your monitor away from radiators or heat vents.
•Keep your monitor out of direct sunlight.
•To clean your monitor, use a soft cloth slightly moistened with water only. Wipe the cabinet,
screen, and controls.
Troubleshooting
If you have problems with your monitor, the information in this troubleshooting section may help
you solve them.
Nopower Make sure that the power cord is connected correctly to both the back of your monitor and the
power outlet. For more information about connecting the power cord, see “Connecting your
monitor” on page 2.
VESA State LED Indicator Power Consumption
On Blue <38 W
Standby Orange <2 W
Off Off <1 W
Caution
Do not use any type of abrasive pad or glass cleaner. You will permanently
scratch the screen.
Important
Make sure that your monitor has warmed up for approximately 30 minutes before
making any judgments about the picture quality.

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Nopicture •Make sure that the power cord is connected correctly to both the back of your monitor and
the power outlet. For more information about connecting the power cord, see “Connecting
power” on page 4.
•Make sure that the video cable is connected securely to both the back of your monitor and
your computer. For more information about connecting the video cable, see “Connecting
video inputs” on page 3.
•Make sure that your monitor is turned on.
•If you have the monitor connected to your notebook’s video port, you have two options:
•If your notebook supports dual displays, youcan useboth your notebook’s display and
this monitor in extended desktop multi-monitor mode. See WindowsHelp to learn how
to enable multiple monitors.
•You can also use this monitor as your primary monitor and not use the notebook’s
screen. Notebook computers typically have an FNkey combination thatlets you toggle
between your notebook’s display, an externally attached display, and both at the same
time. See your notebook’s user guide for more information.
•If the power LED is orange:
•Make sure that your computer is turned on.
•Move the mouse or press any key on the keyboard to bring your monitor out of sleep
mode.
•Restart your computer with your monitor turned on.
•Make sure that the video cable is not damaged.
•Check the end of the video cable for any pins that might be bent or pushed in.
•Turn off your monitor and unplug the video cable from the back of your computer. Turn
your monitor back on and wait for ten seconds. If your monitor is functioning correctly, a
“No Signal” message appears. For more information about connecting the video cable, see
“Connecting video inputs” on page3.
Displaycolorsarewrong
•PresstheMenubutton,thenpresstheAutobuttontoautomaticallyadjustthe displayimage
to the ideal settings.
•Restart your computer with your monitor turned on.
•Make sure that the video cable is connected securely to the back of your monitor and your
computer. For more information about connecting the video cable, see “Connecting video
inputs” on page 3.
•Make sure that the video cable is not damaged.
•Check the end of the video cable for any pins that might be bent or pushed in.
Picturehasshadowsor“ghosts”
•PresstheMenubutton,thenpresstheAutobuttontoautomaticallyadjustthe displayimage
to the ideal settings.
•Remove any extension cables or switchboxes.
•Make sure that the video cable is connected securely to both the back of your monitor and
your computer. For more information about connecting the video cable, see “Connecting
video inputs” on page 3.
•Make sure that the video cable is not damaged.
•Check the end of the video cable for any pins that might be bent or pushed in.
•If you are using a VGA connection, make sure that you use the VGA cable that came with
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Colorisnotuniform
•PresstheMenubutton,then presstheAutobuttontoautomaticallyadjustthe displayimage
to the ideal settings.
•Make sure that your monitor warms up for at least 30minutes before making a final
judgment about color uniformity or brightness.
Imageisnotsizedorcenteredcorrectly
•PresstheMenubutton,then presstheAutobuttontoautomaticallyadjustthe displayimage
to the ideal settings.
•Use the position controls to adjust the image. For instructions on how to adjust the display
image position, see “Adjusting monitor settings” on page 6.
•Iftheimagelooksstretchedorfuzzy,youmustadjusttheoperatingsystem’sdisplaysettings
to match the monitor’s optimal (native) 1440× 900 setting. For information on adjusting
settings, see “Changing Windows screen settings” on page 10.
•If you are trying to select 1440 × 900 but it is not available in the Windows display
control panel:
•Make sure that your video card can display at 1440 × 900 resolution.
•This may be caused by older video drivers on your computer. See the Gateway support
Web site(www.gateway.com)forupdatedvideodriversforyourcomputer.Youcanalso
go directly to your video card’s support Web site for the most up-to-date video drivers.
The Web sites for the major video card manufacturers are:
ATI®: www.amd.com
Intel®: www.intel.com
Nvidia®: www.nvidia.com
•If your games do not have support for widescreen displays:
•Newer games are adding support for widescreen displays as the widescreen format
becomes more popular. Check the game’s Web site for updates. You can also consult
the following Web site for specific settings and options to configure older games to
support widescreen: www.widescreengamingforum.com.
Some adjustments may require you to make changes to the Windows System Registry.
We recommend making a complete system backup before changing the System Registry.
Yourmonitorhaspixelsthatarealwaysdarkortoobright
•This condition is normal and inherent in the TFT technology used in active-matrix LCD
screens. Gateway’s inspection standards keep these to a minimum. If you feel these pixels
are unacceptably numerous or dense on your display, contact Gateway Customer Care to
identify whether a repair or replacement is justified based on the number of pixels affected.
Connectingagameconsole
•Ifyouwanttoconnectyourgameconsoletothismonitor,useoptionalvideocables(available
at www.gateway.com if ordering from the United States). To determine the type of cable
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Specifications
Specifications are subject to change without notice or obligation. Many products for Gateway and
its subsidiaries are custom engineered by our suppliers to Gateway specifications and may vary
from similarly marketed products.
Panel size
19 inches (diagonal)
Panel type
19-inch viewable TFT with glare coating
Pixel resolution
1440 × 900 (native)
Pixel pitch
0.0112 × 0.0112 inches (0.2835 mm × 0.2835 mm)
Aspect ratio
16:10
Brightness
300 cd/m2
Contrast ratio
1000:1
Viewing angles
160° horizontal
160° vertical
Response time
5ms
Lamp type/life
50,000 hours
Colors
16.7 million
OSD languages
English, French, Spanish, Italian, Japanese
Connections and inputs
Analog (VGA): 15-pin mini d-sub VGA
Digital (DVI-D): 24-pin DVD-D with HDCP
AC power
Cables
15-pin mini d-sub analog VGA (included)
24-pin DVI-D (not included)
Power consumption
Normal operation: <38 W
Standby (power-save): <2 W
Off: <1 W
Power input
100-240 VAC, 50/60 Hz
Power management
Energy Star®
Certifications
UL, cUL, FCC Class B, NOM, and CE. VCCI where applicable.
Wall mount bracket
VESA 4 × 3.937 inches (4 × 100 mm)
Dimensions
17.52 × 15.36 × 7.04 inches (44.50 × 39.01 × 17.88 cm) with basic stand

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Videomodes
Mode Mode name and resolution Horizontal frequency (kHz) Vertical frequency (Hz)
1VGA 640 × 350 31.469 70.087
2 VGA 640 × 480 31.469 59.941
3VESA 640 × 480 37.861 72.810
4 VESA 640 × 480 37.500 75.000
5VGA 720 × 400 31.469 70.087
6 VESA 800 × 600 35.156 56.250
7VESA 800 × 600 37.879 60.317
8 VESA 800 × 600 48.077 72.188
9VESA 800 × 600 46.875 75.000
10 VESA 1024 × 768 48.363 60.004
11 VESA 1024 × 768 56.476 70.069
12 VESA 1024 × 768 60.023 75.029
13 VESA 1280 × 1024 63.980 60.020
14 VESA 1280 × 1024 79.976 75.025
15 VESA 1440 × 900 55.935 59.887
16 VESA 1440 ×900 70.635 74.984

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