ViewSonic ViewPanel VG175 User manual

User Guide
Guide de l’utilisateur
Bedienungsanleitung
Guía del usuario
Guida dell’utente
Guia do usuário
Användarhandbok
Руководство пользователя
Podręcznik użytkownika
With Landscape and Portrait Display Modes
Full 17.4" Diagonal Viewable Screen
VG175 ViewPanel®
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Contents
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For Your Records ..................................................................2
Getting Started
Package Contents ................................................................. 3
Precautions ...........................................................................3
Quick Installation ...................................................................4
Installation of Wall Mount (Optional) .................................5
LCD Screen Protector (Optional) ......................................5
Landscape/Portrait Modes ....................................................6
To Raise and Lower the Display ...........................................6
Using the ViewPanel
Setting the Timing Mode .......................................................7
Adjusting the Screen Image ..................................................8
Other Information
Specifications ......................................................................13
Troubleshooting...................................................................14
Customer Support ...............................................................15
Cleaning the ViewPanel ......................................................16
Limited Warranty .................................................................17
Appendix
Power Cord Safety Guidelines ............................................18
FCC Information ..................................................................19
CE Conformity .....................................................................19
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2 ViewSonic VG175
Copyright © ViewSonic Corporation, 2000. All right 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 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.
Electronic Warranty Registration
To meet your future needs, and to receive any additional product information as it
becomes available, please register your ViewPanel's warranty on the Internet at:
http://www.viewsonic.com
For Your Records
Product Name:
Model Number:
Document Number:
Serial Number:
Purchase Date:
VG175
VLCDS21833-1
VG175_UG-47_1b
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Getting Started
Congratulations on your purchase of a VG175 color ViewPanel®.
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 98, Windows 2000,
Windows NT®.
Package Contents
Your VG175 package includes:
•VG175 ViewPanel with video cable
• Setup Guide
• Power cords
• Video cable
• AC/DC Adapter
• ViewSonic Wizard CD-ROM (including user guide PDF file and INF/ICM
display optimization files)
IMPORTANT: The supplied INF file ensures compatibility with Windows
operating systems, and the ICM file (Image Color Matching) assures accurate
on-screen colors.
Precautions
• For best viewing conditions sit at least
18" from the ViewPanel.
• AVOID TOUCHING THE SCREEN
WITH YOUR FINGERS. Oils from the
skin are difficult to remove.
• NEVER REMOVE THE REAR
COVER. The ViewPanel contains
high-voltage parts. You may suffer
serious injury if you touch these parts.
• Avoid exposing the ViewPanel to direct
sunlight or another heat source. The
ViewPanel should be facing away from
direct sunlight to reduce glare.
• Always handle your ViewPanel with
care when moving it.
• Place your ViewPanel in a well
ventilated area. Do not place anything on
the ViewPanel that prevents adequate
dissipation of heat.
• Ensure the area around the ViewPanel is
clean and free of moisture.
• Do not place heavy objects on the
ViewPanel, video cable, or power cord.
• If smoke, abnormal noise, or strange
odor is present, immediately switch the
ViewPanel off and call your dealer or
ViewSonic. It is dangerous to continue
using the ViewPanel.
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Quick Installation
1 Connect video cable
Make sure both the ViewPanel®and computer
are powered OFF.
•Rotate the ViewPanel 90°clockwise (to allow
easier connection of cables).
•Connect the video cable to the computer, then
to the ViewPanel.
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 15.
2 Connect power cord and AC/DC
adapter
Connect the power cord and AC/DC adapter
from the ViewPanel to a properly grounded AC
outlet.
3 Power-ON ViewPanel and computer
Power-ON the ViewPanel, then power-ON the
computer. This sequence (ViewPanel before
computer) is very important.
NOTE: At this point Windows®95, 98, and 2000
users may receive a message asking them to install
the ViewSonic VG175 INF file.
4 Install 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 in this
user guide.
(2) Wait for the CD-ROM to auto-start.
NOTE: If your computer does not auto-start:
double-click on the CD-ROM icon in the
Windows Explorer, then double-click on
install.exe
(3) Follow the on-screen instructions.
5 Windows users: Set the Timing
Mode (resolution and refresh rate)
Example: 1280 X 1024 @ 60 Hz.
For instructions on changing the resolution and
refresh rate, see the user guide for your
computer's graphics card.
Installation is complete.
Enjoy your new VG175 ViewPanel.
To be best prepared for any future customer
service needs:
•Write the serial number (see back of the
ViewPanel) in “For Your Records”on page 2.
•Register the warranty of your ViewPanel on
the Internet at:
www.viewsonic.com
Video cable to
computer
Power cord
with adapter
to wall plug
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Installation of Wall Mount (Optional)
To obtain a wall-mounting kit, contact ViewSonic or your local dealer. To
convert your ViewPanel from a desk-mounted to a wall-mounted display, do the
following:
LCD Screen Protector (Optional)
1Disconnect Power.
2Lay the ViewPanel
face down on a towel
or blanket.
3Remove the square
plastic cover from the
back panel to reveal
the screw heads.
4Remove the (4) screws.
5Attach the ViewPanel
to the wall using the
wall mounting kit and
instructions.
Special slots have been added to the front panel
of your VG175 to enable you to install an
optional LCD screen protector.
This special poly carbonate sheet (not shown in
the graphic) is easy to install and will protect the
LCD panel from scratches. Contact ViewSonic
Customer Support for more information.
Remove the plate
on the back of
the ViewPanel
Remove (4) screws
The holes are threaded
for wall mount
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Landscape/Portrait Modes
The VG175 ViewPanel can operate in either Landscape or Portrait mode
(see below).
To switch from landscape (default) to Portrait mode, do the following:
1Face the front of the ViewPanel.
2Pull the bottom of the ViewPanel toward you to tilt the bottom away from
the base.
3Manually rotate the VG175 clockwise 90 degrees.
PerfectPortrait software is compatible with most PCI and AGP graphics (video)
cards. For information on compatible graphics cards and approved hardware
configurations, go to the ViewSonic website at www.viewsonic.com.
To Raise and Lower the Display
You can easily raise and lower the display panel (the head) manually. As you
face the front of the display, grasp each side of the head and pull upward or
downward to meet your personal preference.
NOTE: Before using the
portrait display mode, install
the PerfectPortrait®software
included with your VG175
ViewPanel. Follow the
instructions that accompany
the software.
Raise the display
Lower the display
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Using the ViewPanel
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 1280 x 1024) and refresh rate (or vertical frequency--example 60
Hz). After setting the timing mode, use the OnView®controls (beginning on
page 10) to adjust the screen image.
The recommended timing mode for this ViewPanel is:
VESA®1280 x 1024 @ 60 Hz
To set the Timing Mode:
1 Set the resolution: Right-click on the Windows®desktop > Properties >
Settings >Desktop Area (Screen Area for Windows 95 and newer) > set
the resolution.
2 Set 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 75 Hz. Doing so may result in permanent damage to
your ViewPanel.
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Adjusting the Screen Image
Use the buttons on the front control panel to display and adjust the OnView®
controls from ViewSonic®. The controls are explained in the steps at the top of
the next page and are further explained in “Main Menu Controls”on page 10.
Scroll through menu
options and adjust the
displayed control.
Displays, saves
changes to, and exits
theMainMenu. Power On/Off
Displays the control screen for the
highlighted control and toggles
between control pairs.
Power light
Main Menu
With OnView controls
Front Control Panel
Button 2 selects to the
highlighted control screen.
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To adjust the screen image:
1To display the Main Menu as shown below, press button [1].
2To highlight a control you want to adjust, press the up ▲or down ▼button
on the display’s front control panel to scroll up or down the Main Menu: for
example, Contrast.
3To select the highlighted control, for example, Contrast, press button [2]. A
control screen for the selected control appears as shown below.
4To adjust the selected control, press the up ▲or down ▼button.
5To save the adjustments and exit the menu, press button [1].
The following tips may help you optimize your display:
•Adjust your computer's graphic card so that it outputs a video signal of 1280
x 1024 @ 60Hz to the VG175. (Look for instructions on changing the refresh
rate in your graphic card's user guide.) Then, use Auto Sync to size and
center the screen image.
•If necessary, make small adjustments using the Fine Tune control.
•Adjust the Smoothing control so that the screen image looks focused, crisp,
and sharp when using a resolution other than 1280 x 1024.
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