ViewSonic VA521 User manual

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VA521
LCD Display

ViewSonic VA521
Content
Compliance Information.............................................................................. 1
Important Safety Instructions...................................................................... 2
Product Registration................................................................................... 3
For Your Records ....................................................................................... 3
Getting Started
Package Contents ...................................................................................... 4
Precautions ................................................................................................ 4
Quick Installation ........................................................................................ 5
Installation of Wall Mount (Optional)........................................................... 6
Using the LCD Display
Setting the Timing Mode............................................................................. 7
OSD and Power Button Lock Modes.......................................................... 7
Adjusting the Screen Image ....................................................................... 8
Main Menu Controls ................................................................................. 10
Other Information
Specifications ........................................................................................... 14
Troubleshooting........................................................................................ 15
Customer Support .................................................................................... 16
Cleaning the LCD Display ........................................................................ 17
Limited Warranty ...................................................................................... 18

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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:
• 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.
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 specified. 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.”

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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 amplifiers) 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 specified 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 qualified 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.

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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.
ENERGY STAR®is a registered trademark of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA).
As an ENERGY STAR®partner, ViewSonic Corporation has determined that this product meets
the ENERGY STAR®guidelines for energy efficiency.
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.
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
For Your Records
Product Name:
Model Number:
Document Number:
Serial Number:
Purchase Date:
VA521
ViewSonic 15” LCD Display
VLCDS27996-1W
VA521-1_UG_ENG Rev. 1C 12-20-04
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Getting Started
Congratulations on your purchase of a ViewSonic®LCD display. Important!
Save the original box and all packing material for future shipping needs.
NOTE: The word “Windows” refers to Microsoft Windows 95, 98, NT, XP,
2000 and Me (Millennium Edition).
Package Contents
IMPORTANT: Save all packing material.
Your LCD display package includes:
• LCD display
•Power cord
• ViewSonic Wizard CD-ROM
NOTE: The CD jacket contains the Quick Start Guide, and the CD includes User
Guide PDF files and INF/ICM display optimization files. The INF files 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
• Sit at least 18" from your LCD display.
•Avoid touching the screen. Skin oils are
difficult to remove.
•Never remove the rear cover. Yo u r
LCD display contains high-voltage parts. You
may be seriously injured if you touch them.
• Avoid exposing your LCD display to direct
sunlight or another heat source. Orient your
LCD display away from direct sunlight to
reduce glare.
• Always handle your LCD display with care
when moving it.
• Place your LCD display in a well-ventilated
area. Do not place anything on your
LCD display that prevents heat dissipation.
• Ensure the area around the LCD display is clean
and free of moisture.
• Do not place heavy objects on the LCD display,
video cable, or power cord.
• If smoke, abnormal noise, or strange odor is
present, immediately switch the LCD display
off and call your dealer or ViewSonic. It is
dangerous to continue using the LCD display.
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Quick Installation
Optional: For instructions on wall mounting,
see page 5 of this user guide.
1 Connect power cord
2 Connect video cable
• Make sure both the LCD display and
computer are turned OFF
• Connect the video cable from the LCD
display 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 Customer Support.
3 Turn ON LCD Display and computer
• Turn ON the LCD display, then turn ON the
computer. This sequence (LCD display
before computer) is important.
NOTE: Windows 95, 98 or 2000 users may
receive a message asking them to install the
INF file. This is on the CD.
4 Insert the ViewSonic Wizard CD
into the computer’s CD drive
• Follow the on-screen instructions.
If your computer does not have a CD-ROM
drive, see “Customer Support.”
(1) 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 the
Windows Explorer, then double-click on
viewsonic.exe.
(2) Follow the on-screen instructions.
5 Windows users: Set the timing
mode (resolution and refresh
rate)
Example: 1024 X 768 @ 60 Hz.
For instructions on changing the resolution
and refresh rate, see the graphic card’s user
guide.
Installation is complete. Enjoy your new
ViewSonic LCD display.
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 LCD display.)
You can register your product online at the
website for your region. See the Customer
Support table in this guide.
The ViewSonic Wizard CD-ROM also
provides an opportunity for you to print the
registration form which you may mail or fax
to ViewSonic.
Power cord
AC outlet
Signal cable
AC IN
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Installation of Wall Mount (Optional)
To obtain a wall-mounting kit, contact ViewSonic or your local dealer. Refer to
the instructions that come with the base mounting kit. To convert your
LCD display from a desk-mounted to a wall-mounted display, do the following:
1Disconnect Power.
2Push the LCD display back and
down flat against the base as
shown.
3Lay the LCD display face down on
a towel or blanket. Notice the
four screw holes on the rear cover.
4Attach the mounting bracket
from the VESA compatible wall-
mounting kit (75 mm x 75 mm
distance).
5Attach the LCD display to the wall,
following the instructions in the
wall-mounting kit.
Four
screw
holes
Mounted
on the wall
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Using the LCD Display
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 1024 x 768) and refresh rate (or vertical frequency;
example 60 Hz). After setting the timing mode, use the OnView®controls
to adjust the screen image.
For the best picture quality set your LCD display timing mode to:
VESA 1024 x 768 @ 60 Hz.
To set the Timing Mode:
1Set the resolution: Right-click on the Windows desktop > Properties >
Settings > set the resolution.
2Set the refresh rate: See your graphic card's user guide for instructions.
WARNING: Do not set the graphics card in your computer to exceed the
maximum refresh rate of 75Hz; doing so may result in permanent damage to
your LCD display.
.
OSD and Power Button Lock Modes
OSD Lock This mode locks all current control settings and prevents access to
the control menus until this mode is unlocked.
•OSD Lock: Press and hold [1] and the up arrow Ifor 10 seconds. If any
buttons are pressed the message OSD Locked will display for 5 seconds.
•OSD Unlock: Press and hold [1] and the up arrow Iagain for 10 seconds.
Power Button Lock This mode locks the power of the LCD display in the ON
position.
•Power Button Lock: Press and hold [1] and the down arrow Jfor 10
seconds. If the power button is pressed the message Power Button Locked
will display for 5 seconds. With or without this setting, after a power failure,
your LCD display’s power will automatically turn ON when power is restored.
•Power Button Unlock: Press and hold [1] and the down arrow Jagain for
10 seconds.
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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 9.
Scroll through menu
options and adjust the
displayed control.
Displays, saves
changes to, and exits
the Main Menu.
Power On/Off
Selects a highlighted control. Also,
displays the control screen for the
selected control and toggles
between control pairs.
Power light
Front Control Panel
Main Menu
with OnView controls
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