ViewSonic E72f+SB User manual

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E72f+/E72f+SB/E72f+SG
CRT Monitor

Compliance Information
For U.S.A.
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:
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Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
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Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
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Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the
receiver is connected.
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Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
FCC Warning
To assure continued FCC compliance, the user must use grounded power supply cord
and the cables which are included with the equipment or specifi ed. Also, any unauthorized
changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance
could void the user’s authority to operate this device.
For Canada
This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference-Causing
Equipment Regulations.
Cet appareil numeique de la Classe B repecte toutes les exigences du Reglement sur le
materiel brouilleur du Canada.
CE Conformity for European Countries
CE Conformity
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.”
User Information for all Countries
Notice: Use the cables which are included with the unit or specified.

Important Safety Instructions
1.
Read these instructions.
2.
Keep these instructions.
3.
Heed all warnings.
4.
Follow all instructions.
5.
Do not use this unit near water.
6.
Clean only with dry cloth.
7.
Do not block any ventilation openings. Install 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 amplifi ers) that produce heat.
9.
Do not defeat the safety purpose 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 or the third prong are provided for
your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for
replacement of the obsolete outlet.
10.
Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs.
Convenience receptacles and the point where they exit from the unit. Be sure that the
power outlet is located near the unit so that it is easily accessible.
11.
Only use attachments/accessories specifi ed by the manufacturer.
12.
Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the manufacturer,
or sold with the unit. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/unit
combination to avoid injury from tip-over
13.
Unplug this unit when unused for long periods of time.
14.
Refer all servicing to qualifi ed service personnel. Servicing is required when the unit has
been damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has
been spilled or objects have fallen into the unit, the unit has been exposed to rain or
moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.

Contents
Product Registration................................................... 2
For Your Records....................................................... 2
Getting Started
Package Contents...................................................... 3
Precautions ................................................................ 3
Quick Installation........................................................ 4
Using the Monitor
Setting the Timing Mode ............................................ 5
OSD Lock Settings..................................................... 5
Adjusting the Screen Image ....................................... 6
Main Menu Controls ................................................... 8
Other Information
Specifications ........................................................... 10
Troubleshooting ....................................................... 11
Customer Support .................................................... 12
Cleaning the Monitor ................................................ 13
Limited Warranty ...................................................... 14
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Copyright© ViewSonic Corporation, 2004. 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.
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:
E72f+
ViewSonic 17” CRT Monitor
VS10083
E72f+/SB/SG-1_UG_ENG Rev. 1B 12-06-04
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Product disposal at end of product life
ViewSonic is concerned about the preservation of our environment. Please dispose of this
product properly at the end of its useful life. For TCO’03 recycling information, please refer to
our website:
1. USA: www.viewsonic.com/pdf/recyclePlus.pdf
2. Europe: www.viewsoniceurope.com
3. Taiwan: recycle.epa.gov.tw
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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 Wizard CD-ROM
NOTE: The CD jacket contains the Quick Start Guide, and 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, abnormal noise, or 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.
• Connect the video cable to the 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”
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)
(1) 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
(Continued)
(2) 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, then double-click on
viewsonic.exe.
(3) Follow the on-screen instructions.
5 Windows users: Set the Timing
Mode (resolution and refresh
rate)
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 2. (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
on page 12.
page 12.
Example: 1024 X 768 @ 75Hz.
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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
example 75 Hz). After setting the timing mode, use the OnView®controls
to adjust the screen image.
For the best picture quality set your monitor timing mode to:
To set the Resolution:
1Right-click on the Windows desktop.
2Click Properties on the drop-down menu.
3Click the Settings tab.
4Move the slider pointer which displays in the Desktop area or Screen area in
the window.
NOTE: The refresh rate should already be set if you have done the CD
installation (or refer to your graphics card documentation).
OSD Lock Settings
You have the option of using the On Screen Display (OSD) locking feature,
OSD LOCK, to prevent unwanted changes to the current image settings.
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for 5 seconds. The message “OSD LOCK” will then display briefly,
indicating that the OSD image settings are now locked.
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message “OSD UNLOCK” will then display briefly, indicating that the OSD
image settings are now unlocked.
resolution (example 1024 x 768) and refresh rate (or vertical frequency;
OSD Lock: Press and hold the [2] button on the face of the monitor
OSD Unlock: Press and hold the [2] button again for 5 seconds. The
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VESA 1024 x 768 @ 85 Hz.

Adjusting the Screen Image
Use the buttons on the front control panel to display and adjust the OnView®
controls which display on the screen. The OnView controls are explained at the
top of the next page and are defined in “Main Menu Controls” on page 8.
Power Light Power On/Off
Displays control screen for
highlighted control (or pair
of controls). Also, toggles
between pairs of controls on
some control screens.
Scrolls through menu
options and adjusts
the displayed control.
Main Menu
With OnView controls
Front Control Panel
Displays Main Menu
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Switches between Normal, UltraBrite 3xand UltraBrite 5x modes:
"NORMAL: TEXT/SPREADSHEET":
displays a standard CRT brightness of 120
"ULTRABRITE3x: GRAPHICS/GAME":
displays up to 300 nits of brightness for
applications and games .
"ULTRABRITE5x: VIDEO/MOVIE/DVD":
displays up to 500 nits of brightness for
When selected, this brightness level setting
nits for text and spreadsheet applications.
When selected, this UltraBrite™ setting
optimum display performance of graphics
When selected, this UltraBrite™ setting
optimized display performance of video applications.

Do the following to adjust the screen image:
1To display the Main Menu, press button [1].
2To select a control you want to adjust, press the arrow buttons on the front
control panel of your monitor and scroll through the choices. When the
control you want is highlighted, press button [2].
NOTE: Some controls on the Main Menu are listed in pairs, such as
Contrast/Brightness. Display control screen (sample shown in step 3 below).
Press button [2] to toggle to the next control in the pair.
3To adjust the selected control, such as CONTRAST in the sample below,
press the arrow buttons.
4To save the control setting and Exit the menu press button [1] twice.
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