ViewSonic E50 - 15" CRT Display User manual

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ViewSonic®
E50/E50B
CRT Monitor
Model No. : VS10623

ViewSonic E50/E50B
Contents
Compliance Information ................................................................................. 1
Important Safety Instructions .......................................................................... 2
Declaration of RoHS Compliance ................................................................... 3
Copyright Information ...................................................................................... 4
Product Registration ........................................................................................ 4
Getting Started
Package Contents ........................................................................................... 5
Precautions ..................................................................................................... 5
Quick Installation ............................................................................................. 6
Using the Monitor
Setting the Timing Mode ................................................................................. 7
Adjusting the Screen Image ............................................................................ 8
Main Menu Controls ........................................................................................ 10
Other Information
Specifications .................................................................................................. 12
Troubleshooting .............................................................................................. 13
Customer Support ........................................................................................... 14
Cleaning the Monitor ....................................................................................... 15
Limited Warranty ............................................................................................. 16

ViewSonic E50/E50B 1
Compliance Information
FCC Statement
This device complies with part 15 of FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two
conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must
accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
This equipment 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. This equipment generates,
uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy, and if not installed and used in accordance with
the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there
is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment
does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by
turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by
one or more of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver
is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Warning: You are cautioned that changes or modifications not expressly approved by the
party responsible for compliance could void your authority to operate the equipment.
For Canada
• This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
• Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.
CE Conformity for European Countries
The device complies with the requirements of the EEC directive 89/336/EEC as
amended by 92/31/EEC and 93/68/EEC Art.5 with regard to “Electromagnetic
compatibility”, and 73/23/EEC as amended by 93/68/EEC Art.13 with regard to
“Safety.”
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 2002/96/EC (WEEE).
The mark indicates the requirement NOT to dispose the equipment as unsorted
municipal waste, but use the return and collection systems according to local law.

ViewSonic E50/E50B 2
Important Safety Instructions
1. Read these instructions completely before using the equipment.
2. Keep these instructions in a safe place.
3. Heed all warnings.
4. Follow all instructions.
5. Do not use this equipment near water. Warning: To reduce the risk of fire or electric
shock, do not expose this apparatus to rain or moisture.
6. Clean with a soft, dry cloth. If further cleaning is required, see “Cleaning the Display” in
this guide for further instructions.
7. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install the equipment in accordance with the
manufacturer’s instructions.
8. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other
devices (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
9. Do not attempt to circumvent the safety provisions of the polarized or grounding-type
plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding type
plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade and the third prong are
provided for your safety. If the plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for
replacement of the outlet.
10. Protect the power cord from being tread upon or pinched, particularly at the plug, and the
point where if emerges from the equipment. Be sure that the power outlet is located near
the equipment so that it is easily accessible.
11. Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.
12. Use only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the
manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when
moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over.
13. Unplug this equipment when it will be unused for long periods of time.
14. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Service is required when the unit has
been damaged in any way, such as: if the power-supply cord or plug is damaged, if liquid
is spilled onto or objects fall into the unit, if the unit is exposed to rain or moisture, or if
the unit does not operate normally or has been dropped.

ViewSonic E50/E50B 3
Declaration of RoHS Compliance
This product has been designed and manufactured in compliance with Directive 2002/95/EC
of the European Parliament and the Council on restriction of the use of certain hazardous
substances in electrical and electronic equipment (RoHS Directive) and is deemed to comply
with the maximum concentration values issued by the European Technical Adaptation
Committee (TAC) as shown below:
Substance Proposed Maximum
Concentration Actual Concentration
Lead (Pb) 0.1% < 0.1%
Mercury (Hg) 0.1% < 0.1%
Cadmium (Cd) 0.01% < 0.01%
Hexavalent Chromium (Cr6+) 0.1% < 0.1%
Polybrominated biphenyls (PBB) 0.1% < 0.1%
Polybrominated diphenyl ethers (PBDE) 0.1% < 0.1%
Certain components of products as stated above are exempted under the Annex of the RoHS
Directives as noted below:
Examples of exempted components are:
1. Mercury in compact fluorescent lamps not exceeding 5 mg per lamp and in other lamps not
specifically mentioned in the Annex of RoHS Directive.
2. Lead in glass of cathode ray tubes, electronic components, fluorescent tubes, and electronic
ceramic parts (e.g. piezoelectronic devices).
3. Lead in high temperature type solders (i.e. lead-based alloys containing 85% by weight or more
lead).
4. Lead as an allotting element in steel containing up to 0.35% lead by weight, aluminium
containing up to 0.4% lead by weight and as a cooper alloy containing up to 4% lead by
weight.

ViewSonic E50/E50B 4
Copyright Information
Copyright © ViewSonic® Corporation, 2007. All rights reserved.
Macintosh and Power Macintosh are registered trademarks of Apple Computer, Inc.
Microsoft, Windows, Windows NT, 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. DPMS and
DDC are trademarks of VESA.
ENERGY STAR® is a registered trademark of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
(EPA).
Disclaimer:ViewSonic Corporation shall not be liable for technical or editorial errors or
omissions contained herein; nor for incidental or consequential damages resulting from
furnishing this material, or the performance or use of this product.
In the interest of continuing product improvement, ViewSonic Corporation reserves the right
to change product specifications without notice. Information in this document may change
without notice.
No part of this document may be copied, reproduced, or transmitted by any means, for any
purpose without prior written permission from ViewSonic Corporation.
Product Registration
To meet your future needs, and to receive any additional product information as it becomes
available, please register your product on the Internet at: www.viewsonic.com. The
ViewSonic® Wizard CD-ROM also provides an opportunity for you to print the registration
form, which you may mail or fax to ViewSonic®.
For Your Records
Product Name:
Model Number:
Document Number:
Serial Number:
Purchase Date:
E50/E50B
ViewSonic 15” CRT Monitor
VS10623
E50/E50B-7_UG_ENG Rev. 1B 02-08-07
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Product disposal at end of product life
The lamp in this produc contains mercury. Please dispose of in accordance with local, state or
federal laws.
ViewSonic is concerned about the preservation of our environment. Please dispose of this
product properly at the end of its useful life.

ViewSonic E50/E50B 5
Getting Started
Congratulations on your purchase of a ViewSonic® color monitor.
Important! Save the original box and all packing material for future shipping needs.
Note : The word “Windows” in this user guide refers to the following Microsoft operating
systems: Windows 95, Windows NT, Windows 98, Windows 2000, Windows ME
(Millennium), and Windows XP.
Package Contents
Your package includes:
• Color monitor
• DB-15 video cable
• Power cord
• ViewSonic® CD-ROM Wizard
• Quick Start Guide
Note : The CD includes the User Guide PDF files and INF/ICM display optimization files.
The INF file ensures compatibility with Windows operating systems, and the ICM file (Image
Color Matching) ensures accurate on-screen colors. ViewSonic® recommends that you install
both files.
Precautions
• For best viewing conditions sit at least
18” from the monitor.
• Avoid touching the screen with your
fingers. Oils from the skin are difficult
to remove.
• Never remove the rear cover. The
monitor contains high voltage parts. You
may suffer serious injury if you touch
these parts.
• Avoid exposing the monitor to direct
sunlight or another heat source,
including an open flame. The monitor
should be facing away from direct
sunlight to reduce glare.
• Always handle your monitor with care
when moving it.
• Place your monitor in a well ventilated
area. Do not place anything on the
monitor that prevents adequate
dissipation of heat.
• Ensure the area around the monitor is
clean and free of moisture.
• Keep the monitor away from magnets,
motors, transformers, speakers, and
televisions.
• Do not place heavy objects on the
monitor, video cable, or power cord.
• If smoke, on abnormal noise, or a
strange odor is present, immediately
switch the monitor off and call your
dealer or ViewSonic®. It is dangerous to
continue using the monitor.

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Quick Installation
1. Connect power cord
Connect the power cord to a properly
grounded AC outlet.
2. Connect video cable
• Make sure both the monitor and
computer are turned OFF.
• C on nect the v ideo cable t o t he
computer.
Macintosh® users: Models older than
G3 require a Macintosh adapter. Attach
the adapter to the computer and plug
the video cable into the adapter.
To order a ViewSonic® Macintosh
adapter, contact ViewSonic.
See “Customer Support” on page 14.
3. Turn ON monitor and computer
Turn ON the monitor, then turn ON
the computer. This sequence (monitor
before computer) is very important.
Note : At this point Windows users
may receive a message asking them to
install the INF file.
4. Install Display Optimization files
(INF and ICM files)
Insert the ViewSonic® Wizard CD-
ROM into your computer’s CD-ROM
drive.
Note : If your computer does not have a
CD-ROM drive, see “Customer Support”
on page 14.
Wait for the CD-ROM to auto-start.
Note : If the CD-ROM does not auto-
start:
double-click on the CD-ROM icon in
Windows Explorer, and then double-
click on viewsonic.exe.
Follow the on-screen instructions.
5. Windows users: Set the Timing Mode
(resolution and refresh rate)
Example: 800 x 600 @ 85Hz.
For instructions on changing the
resolution and refresh rate, see the
graphic card’s user guide.
Installation is complete. Enjoy your
new ViewSonic® color monitor.
To be best prepared for any future
customer service needs: print this user
guide and write the serial number in
“For Your Records” on page 4. (See
back of monitor.)
To register your product go online to
www.viewsonic.com.
The ViewSonic® Wizard CD-ROM also
provides an opportunity for you to print
the registration form which you may
mail or fax to ViewSonic®.
Video cable
Power cord
AC wall outlet

ViewSonic E50/E50B 7
Using the Monitor
Setting the Timing Mode
Setting the timing mode is important for maximizing the quality of the screen image and
minimizing eye strain. The timing mode consists of the resolution (example 800 x 600) and
refresh rate (or vertical frequency; example 85 Hz). After setting the timing mode, use the
OSD (On Screen Display) controls to adjust the screen image.
For the best picture quality set your monitor timing mode to:
VESA 800 x 600 @ 85 Hz.
To set the Timing Mode:
1. Set the resolution:Right-click on the Windows desktop > Properties > Settings > set the
resolution.
2. Set the refresh rate:See your graphic card’s user guide for instructions.
Note : The refresh rate should already be set if you have done the CD installation (or refer to
your graphics card documentation).

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12
Adjusting the Screen Image
Use the buttons on the front control panel to display and adjust the OSD controls. The OSD
controls are explained at the top of the next page and are defined in “Main Menu Controls” on
page 10.
12
ViewSonic
Main Menu
With OSD controls
Front Control Panel
shown below in detail
Scrolls through menu options
and adjusts the displayed control
Press this key to either bring up the OSD
setup or select an item on the menu
Power LED
Green = ON
Orange = Power Saving
Power
On/Off
Save change/exit Main Menu