ViewSonic Optiquest Q53 User manual

Q53 Color Monitor
with Plug & Play
User’sGuide
Guide de l’utilisateur
Bedienungsanleitung
(Latin American Spanish)
(Italian)
(BrazilianPortuguese)
(Swedish)
(Russian)
(Japanese)
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(Simplified Chinese - China)
(Korean)
15" (13.8" Viewable Diagonal)
SELECT

V801020532
438 Cheryl Lane
Walnut, CA 91789
Tel [phone]
Tel [phone]
Fax [phone]
For Customer Support contact Optiquest® at:
U.S. and Canada only
1-800-843-6784
From outside U.S. and Canada
909-869-7976
From Europe
44 (1293) 643-900
From Asian/Pacific Rim countries
886 (2) 248-4072
Optiquest Technical Support:
[email protected]
Optiquest Product Information:
[email protected]
World Wide Web:
http://www.optiquest.com
®

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For your records
The serial number of this product is on the back of the monitor.Write the serial
number in the space below and keep this guide as a permanent record of your
purchase to aid in identification in the event of theft or loss.
Model Name: Optiquest Q53
Model Number: VCDTS 21359-2
Serial Number: ______________________
PurchaseDate: ______________________
Copyright © Optiquest®, Inc., 1997. All rights reserved.
Macintosh and Power Macintosh are registered trademarks of Apple Computer, Inc.
Windows is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation.
ViewSonic and Optiquest are registered trademarks of ViewSonic Corporation.
VESA is a registered trademark of theVideo Electronics StandardsAssociation (VESA). DPMS is a
trademark ofVESA.
ENERGY STAR is a registered trademark of the U.S. Environmental ProtectionAgency (EPA).
Disclaimer: Optiquest, Inc. 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, Optiquest, Inc. 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 Optiquest Corporation.

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Safety Guidelines
Caution: Use a power cable that is properly grounded.Always use the AC cords listed
belowforeacharea:
USA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . UL
Canada . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . CSA
Germany . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . VDE
Switzerland . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . SEV
Britain. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . BASEC/BS
Japan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ElectricAppliance ControlAct
In other areas, use an AC cord which meets local safety standards.
FOR EUROPEANVERSION ONLY
This appliance is supplied with a moulded three pin mains plug for your safety and
convenience.A 13 amp fuse is fitted in this plug.Should the fuse need to be replaced,
ensure that the replacement fuse has a rating of 13 amps and that it is approved by
ASTA or BSI to BS1362.Check for the ASTA mark or the BSI mark on the body
of the fuse.
If the plug contains a removable fuse cover, you must ensure that it is refitted when the
fuse is replaced.If you lose the fuse cover, the plug must not be used until a
replacement cover is obtained.A replacement fuse cover can be purchased from your
localOptiquest dealer.
IFTHE FITTED MOULDED PLUG IS UNSUITABLE FORTHE SOCKET OUTLET IN
YOUR HOME,THENTHE FUSE SHOULD BE REMOVED ANDTHE PLUG CUT OFF
AND DISPOSED OF SAFELY.THERE IS A DANGER OF SEVERE ELECTRICAL
SHOCK IFTHE CUT OFF PLUG IS INSERTED INTO ANY 13 AMP SOCKET.
If a new plug is to be fitted, please observe the wiring code as shown below.If in any
doubt,please consult aqualified electrician.
WARNING:THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE GROUNDED.
Important: The wires in the main leads are colouredin accordance with the following code:
Green-Yellow . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ground
Blue . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Neutral
Brown . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Live
The colours of the wires in the main leads of this appliance may not correspond with the coloured
markings identifying the terminals in your plug.Please comply with the following instructions:
●The Green-Yellow wire must be connected to the Green or Green-Yellow terminals in
the plug marked with the letter E or with the ground symbol.
●The Blue wire must be connected to the Black
terminal in the plug marked with the letter N.
●The Brown wire must be connected to the Red
terminal in the plug marked with the letter L.
Note: To replace the fuse, open the fuse
compartment with a screwdriver.

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FCC Information
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 ina residential installation.This
equipmentgenerates,uses,and can radiateradiofrequency energy, and ifnot installed and
usedin accordance with the instructions,may cause harmful interferenceto radio
communications.However,thereis no guaranteethat interferencewill notoccur in a
particular installation.Ifthisequipment does causeunacceptableinterference to radio or
television reception, which can bedeterminedbyturningthe equipment off and on, theuser
is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
●Reorient or relocatethe receiving antenna.
●Increasethe separation betweenthe equipmentand receiver.
●Connectthe equipment into an outlet on a circuit differentfrom that to which the
receiveris connected.
●Consultyour dealeror an experiencedradio/TV technicianforhelp.
FCC Warning:
To assure continued FCC compliance,the user must use a grounded power
supply cord and the provided shielded video interface cable with bonded
ferrite cores.Also,any unauthorized changes or modifications to this monitor
would void the user’s authority to operate this device.
Power Supply Cord
USA
For units with 100-120V input voltage in theUSA, use the following:
UL Listed and CSA CertifiedType SVT or SJT No.18/3 AWG rated 125VAC 7A minimum.
Oneend terminated in a moldedon parallelblade, groundingattachment cap orhooded
attachmentcap (15A, 125Vconfiguration),other end terminated in amolded on appliance
coupler.
Department of Industry Canada (IC) Compliance Notice
This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise emissions from
digitalapparatus setout in the RadioInterferenceRegulations of the CanadianDepartment
ofCommunications.
CE Certification
Thisdevicecomplies with the requirements of the EECdirective 89/336/EEC
withregard to "Electromagneticcompatibility."

4GettingStarted
OptiquestQ53
CONTENTS
Getting Started
Package Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Quick Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Operation
Front Control Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Other Information
Specifications. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Cleaning the Monitor. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Limited Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Customer Support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . back cover

5 OptiquestQ53 GettingStarted
Getting Started
Congratulations on your purchase of an Optiquest Q53 multimedia monitor.
Important! Save the original box and all packing material for future
shipping needs.
Note: This product was designed for operation in the hemisphere where
purchased.
Package Contents
Your Optiquest Q53 package includes the following:
•Optiquest Q53 monitor
• Video cable with 15 pin mini D-sub connector (attached)
• Power cord
• User’s guide
• Software diskette or CD-ROM with Windows '95 driver (.inf file)
Precautions
• For the 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. The
monitor should be facing away from direct sunlight to reduce glare.
• Choose a well ventilated area to position your monitor. 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 Optiquest®. It is dangerous to
continue using the monitor.
• Always handle your monitor with care when moving it.

6GettingStarted
OptiquestQ53
Quick Installation
1Write the serial number on the back of the monitor in the space provided
on page 1 labeled "For your records."
2Read the Precautions section thoroughly (page 5) before installing the
monitor. Make sure the computer and the monitor are both turned off
before connecting any cables.
3a PC users: Attach the video cable to your computer.
3b Macintosh®users: A Macintosh computer requires a Viewsonic®
Macintosh adapter. To order an adapter, contact ViewSonic Customer
Support. See the back cover of this manual.
4Attach the power cord to the back of the monitor, then plug the other end
of the power cord into the power source (wall socket).
5Turn the computer on.
6Press the POWER button on the front of the monitor ON. (The Power
light turns green.)
7Adjust the user controls to suit your personal preference. See the
Operation section (page 7). If there are any problems, see the
Troubleshooting section (page 10). For the recommended screen resolution,
see Preset Modes (page 9) as well as your graphics card user guide for
more detail. Important: Also see your computer, or graphics card, user
guide for compatibility and for instructions to change resolutions.
Installation is complete! Enjoy your new color monitor!
Power cord
Video
cable
Wall socket

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OPTIQUEST
SELECT
Press the [–] or the [+] button to make
adjustments.
➌
➋
➊Press the Power On/Off* button to turn the monitor on.
Powerlight:
Green = on
Orange = power saving mode
Press the SELECT button repeatedly
to select the control you want to
adjust.
*The monitor automatically degausses when you turn on the monitor. Degaussing
removes magnetic field buildup that can affect color purity and convergence.
However, turning the monitor on and off repeatedly may cause damage. After
turning the monitor off, wait 15 minutes before turning it on again.
OPERATION
To adjust the monitor, follow the numbered steps in sequence shown below.
Steps to make adjustments
Tomakeotheradjustments,repeatsteps
2-4.Adjustmentsare saved
automatically.
➍
➎
Turn the dial under the Brightness or
Contrast icon as shown below.There
is no light for Contrast or Brightness.
For more information, see page 9.

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(Dial is hidden beneath the
symbol.)
Brightness adjusts the
background black level.
Clockwise increases
brightness
Counter-clockwise
decreases brightness
(Dial is hidden beneath the
symbol.)
Contrast adjusts the contrast
between the image
background (black level) and
the foreground (white level).
Clockwise increases the
contrast.
Counter-clockwise
decreases the contrast.
About each control
To activate a control, press the SELECT button repeatedly until the
corresponding light turns on.
Vertical Position
Moves the screen up and down.
[+] Moves the screen up.
[-] Moves the screen down.
Horizontal Size
Adjusts the width of the screen.
[+] Increases the width.
[-] Decreases the width.
Vertical Size
Adjusts the height of the screen.
[+] increases
the screen
height.
[-] decreases the screen
height.
Horizontal Position
Moves the screen left or right.
[+] Moves the screen right.
[-] Moves the screen left.
Trapezoid (two lights on)
Makes the vertical edges of the
screen image parallel.
[+] Narrows the screen at the
top and widens it at the
bottom.
[-] Widens the screen at the
top and narrows it at the
bottom.
Pincushion (two lights on)
Straightens the vertical sides
of the screen.
[+] Curves the screen's
vertical edges
outward.
[-] Curves the screen's
vertical edges inward.
Note: To return adjustments back to the factory settings, if you are using a
factory set screen resolution (see page 9), press the [-] and the [+] button
simultaneously.
Two lights turn on for Pincushion.
Two lights turn on forTrapezoid.

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OtherInformation
Specifications
CRT Type 15" (13.8" viewable diagonal)
0.28mm dot pitch, 90° deflection
Input Signal Video Separate
Sync fH:30-70kHz, fV:50-120Hz
Compatibility PC Up to 1280 x 1024
Power Macintosh®*Up to 1024 x 768
Maximum Refresh VESA 1280 x 1024 NI @ 66Hz
Rates** VESA 1024 x 768 NI @ 87Hz
VESA 800 x 600 NI @ 110Hz
VESA 640 x 480 NI @ 120Hz
Mac 640 x 480 @ 120Hz
Mac 832 x 624 @ 106Hz
Mac 1024 x 768 @ 87Hz
Power Voltage AC 90-132/180-264VAC (auto switch) 50/60Hz
Display Area Default 260mm (H) x 195mm (V)Typical
Full Scan 280mm (H) x 210mm (V)Depends on signal timing
Operating Temperature 32°F to 104°F (0°C to 40°C)
Conditions Humidity 5% to 95% (no condensation)
Altitude To 10,000 feet
Storage Temperature -4°F to +140°F (-20°C to +60°C)
Conditions Humidity 5% to 95% (no condensation)
Altitude To 40,000 feet
Dimensions Physical 380mm (W) x 374mm (H) x 394mm (D)
15.0" (W) x 14.7" (H) x 15.5" (D)
Weight Net 12.5kgs (27.5 lbs)
Regulations UL, CSA, DHHS, TUV, PTB, FCC-B, DOC-B,
EN60950:1993, NEMKO, DEMKO, FIMKO,
SEMKO, CE, MPR-II,TCO'92, Energy Star®,
ISO9241-3, C-Tick, BCIQ,VCCI-II
Power savings On 95W typical (green LED)
modes DPMS Stand By <30W (orange LED)
DPMS Suspend <8W (orange LED)
DPMS Off <8W (orange LED)
* A Macintosh computerrequiresaMacintosh adapter(part #VMA-1).To order an adapter,
contactcustomer support.Seethe back cover.
** Warning:Do not set the graphics card on your computer to exceed these maximum
refresh rates.Doing so may result in permanent damage to your monitor.
IndVGA 640 x 480 @ 60Hz
VESA 640 x 480 @ 75Hz, 85Hz
VESA 800 x 600 @ 72Hz, 75Hz, 85Hz
VESA 1024 x 768 @ 70Hz, 75Hz, 85Hz
Other Information
PresetTiming Modes (VESA 800 x 600 @ 75Hz is recommended).Also see your computer or graphics
card user guide for compatibility & for instructions to change resolutions.
VESA 1280 x 1024 @ 60Hz
Mac 640 x 480 @ 67Hz
Mac 832 x 624 @ 75Hz
Mac 1024 x 768@ 75Hz

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OtherInformation
Troubleshooting
No power
• Press Power button (or flip power switch) ON.
• Make sure A/C power cord is securely connected to the back of the
monitor and to a power outlet.
• Plug another electrical device (like a radio) into the power outlet to verify
that the outlet is supplying proper voltage.
Power on but no screen image
• Make sure the video cable supplied with the monitor is tightly secured to
the video output port on back of computer. If other end of the video cable
is not attached permanently to the monitor, tightly secure it to the monitor.
• Adjust brightness and contrast.
• Check this user's guide to see if an adapter is required for proper signal
continuity between graphics card and monitor.
Flickering
• Not enough power supplied. Connect the monitor to a different outlet. If
using a surge protector, reduce the number of devices plugged in.
• Make sure the graphics card in your computer can use non-interlaced
mode at the desired frequencies.To enable your graphics card to support
higher refresh rates, try selecting fewer colors or running lower
resolutions.
• Remove any devices from the area around the monitor that emits
magnetic fields such as radios, surge protectors, unshielded speakers,
fluorescent lights, AC power converters, desk fans, etc.
Wrong or abnormal colors
• If any colors (red, green, or blue) are missing, check the video cable to
make sure it is securely connected. Loose pins in the cable connector
could cause a bad connection.
• Connect the monitor to another computer.
• Check your graphics card for proper sync scheme (or sync polarities) to
match the monitor's specifications.
• Turn monitor OFF, wait one minute, then turn ON again.
Do this only once.
• If you have an older graphics card, contact Optiquest®Customer Support
for a non-DDC adapter.
Entire screen image scrolls (rolls) vertically
• Make sure video input signals are within the monitor's specified frequency
range.
• Try the monitor with another power source, graphics card, or computer
system.
• Connect the video cable securely.
Control buttons do not work
• Press only one button at a time.

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OtherInformation
Cleaning the Monitor
• MAKE SURE THE MONITOR IS TURNED OFF.
• NEVER SPRAY OR POUR ANY LIQUID DIRECTLY ONTO THE
SCREEN OR CASE.
To clean the screen
1Wipe the screen with a clean, soft, lint-free cloth. This removes dust
and other particles.
2If still not clean, apply a small amount of non-ammonia*, non-alcohol
based glass cleaner onto a clean, soft, lint-free cloth, and wipe the
screen.
To clean the case
1Use a soft, dry cloth.
2If still not clean, apply a small amount of a non-ammonia, non-alcohol
based, mild non-abrasive detergent onto a clean, soft, lint-free cloth,
then wipe the surface.
DISCLAIMER
*Optiquest does not recommend the use of any ammonia or alcohol-based cleaners
on the monitor screen or case.Some chemical cleaners have been reported to
damage the screen and/or case of the monitor.Optiquest will not be liable for
damage resulting from use of any ammonia or alcohol-based cleaners.

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OtherInformation
Limited Warranty
Optiquest Q53 Monitors
What the warranty covers:
Optiquest 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, Optiquest 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.
How long the warranty is effective:
The OPTIQUEST
Q53 color monitor, including the display tube, is warranted for three (3) years for all
parts and one (1) year for all labor from the date of the first consumer purchase.
Who the warranty protects:
This warranty is valid only for the first consumer purchaser.
What the warranty does not cover:
1. Any product on which the serial number has been defaced, modified or removed.
2. Damage, deterioration or malfunction resulting from:
a. Accident, misuse, neglect, fire, water, lightning, or other acts of nature, unauthorized product
modification, or failure to follow instructions supplied with the product.
b. Repair or attempted repair by anyone not authorized by Optiquest.
c. Any damage of the product due to shipment.
d. Removal or installation of the product.
e. Causes external to the product, such as electric power fluctuations or failure.
f. Use of supplies or parts not meetingOptiquest’s specifications.
g. Normal wear and tear.
h. Any other cause which does not relate to a product defect.
3. Removal, installation, and set-up service charges.
How to get service:
1. For information on obtaining warranty service, callOptiquest. The customer support telephone
numbers are:U.S.and Canada1-800-843-6784;from outsidethe U.S.and Canada909-869-7976;
from Europe44 (1293) 643-900;from Asian /Pacific Rim countries886 (2) 248-4072.Optiquest
Technical Support:[email protected].OptiquestProduct Information:prodinf[email protected].
WorldWideWeb:http://www.optiquest.com
2. To obtain warranty service, you will be required to provide (a) the original dated sales slip, (b) your
name, (c) your address, (d) a description of the problem, and (e) the serial number of the product.
3. Take or ship the product freight prepaid in the original container to your OPTIQUEST dealer, any
OPTIQUEST service center or Optiquest.
4. For additional information or the name of the nearest OPTIQUEST service center, contact your
OPTIQUEST dealer orOptiquest.
Limitation of implied warranties:
THERE ARE NOWARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, WHICH EXTEND BEYONDTHE
DESCRIPTION CONTAINED HEREIN INCLUDINGTHE IMPLIEDWARRANTY OF
MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE.
Exclusion of damages:
OPTIQUEST’S LIABILITY IS LIMITEDTOTHE COST OF REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT OFTHE
PRODUCT. OPTIQUEST SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR:
1. DAMAGETO OTHER PROPERTY CAUSED BY ANY DEFECTS INTHE PRODUCT, DAMAGES
BASED UPON INCONVENIENCE, LOSS OF USE OFTHE PRODUCT, LOSS OFTIME, LOSS OF
PROFITS, LOSS OF BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY, LOSS OF GOODWILL, INTERFERENCEWITH
BUSINESS RELATIONSHIPS, OR OTHER COMMERCIAL LOSS, EVEN IF ADVISED OFTHE
POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES.
2. ANY OTHER DAMAGES, WHETHER INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL OR OTHERWISE.
3. ANY CLAIM AGAINSTTHE CUSTOMER BY ANY OTHER PARTY.
Effect of state law:
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to
state. Some states do not allow limitations on implied warranties and/or do not allow the exclusion of
incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitations and exclusions may not apply to you.
Sales outside the U.S.A.:
For OPTIQUEST products sold outside of the U.S.A., contact your OPTIQUEST dealer for warranty
information and service.