ViewSonic VP211B - 21.3" LCD Monitor User manual

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VP211b
LCD Display

ViewSonic VP211b
Contents
Compliance Information.............................................................................. 1
Important Safety Instructions...................................................................... 2
Copyright Information ................................................................................. 3
Product Registration................................................................................... 3
Getting Started
Package Contents ...................................................................................... 4
Precautions ................................................................................................ 4
Quick Installation ........................................................................................ 5
Landscape/Portrait Modes.......................................................................... 6
To Raise and Lower the display.................................................................. 6
Wall Mounting (Optional) ............................................................................ 7
Using the LCD Display
Setting the Timing Mode............................................................................. 8
OSD and Power Lock Settings................................................................... 8
Adjusting the Screen Image ....................................................................... 9
Main Menu Controls ................................................................................. 10
Other Information
Specifications ........................................................................................... 15
Troubleshooting........................................................................................ 16
Customer Support .................................................................................... 17
Cleaning the LCD Display ........................................................................ 18
Limited Warranty ...................................................................................... 19

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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 numérique de la Classe B respecte toutes les exigences du Règlement sur le
matériel brouilleur du Canada.
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.

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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.
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 the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the manufacturer, or sold
with the equipment. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/equipment
combination to avoid injury from tipping 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.

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Copyright Information
Copyright © ViewSonic®Corporation, 2005. 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:
VP211b
ViewSonic 20” LCD Display
VLCDS26064-3W
VP211b-1_UG_ENG Rev. 1C 01-07-05
__________________________________
__________________________________

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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” 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 LCD display package includes:
• LCD display
• Power cord
• Video cables (VGA and DVI)
• USB cables
• ViewSonic Wizard CD-ROM
• Perfect PortraitTM software CD-ROM (VP211b)
• 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 OSD colors. ViewSonic recommends that you install both
the INF and ICM files.
Precautions
• Sit at least 18” from the LCD display.
•Avoid touching the screen. Skin oils are
difficult to remove.
•Never remove the rear cover. This LCD
display contains high-voltage parts. You
may be seriously injured if you touch
them.
• Avoid exposing the LCD display to direct
sunlight or another heat source. Orient the
LCD display away from direct sunlight to
reduce glare.
• Always handle the LCD display with care
when moving it.
• Place the LCD display in a well ventilated
area. Do not place anything on the 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, an abnormal noise, or a 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.
• Do not rub or apply pressure to the LCD
panel, as it may permanently damage the
screen.

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Quick Installation
1. Connect power cord (and AC/DC
adapter if required)
2. Connect video cable
• Make sure both the LCD display and
computer are turned OFF
• Remove rear panel covers if necessary
• 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 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 OSD instructions. If your
computer does not have a CD-ROM drive,
see “Customer Support” on page 17.
• 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.
• Follow the OSD instructions.
5. Windows users: Set the timing mode
(resolution and refresh rate)
Example: 1600 x 1200 @ 60 Hz.
For instructions on changing the resolution
and refresh rate, see the graphics 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 3. (See back of
LCD display.)
You can register your product online at the
ViewSonic 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.
USB
D-SUB
DVI-A/DVI-D
AC IN
Power Switch
Power Code
AC Outlet
(Wall Socket)
Computer Power Cord

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Landscape/Portrait Modes
The LCD display can operate in either Landscape or Portrait mode.
Follow the instructions that accompany the Perfect PortraitTM software.
Note: Before using the portrait display
mode, first install the Perfect Portrait
software included with your LCD display.
Perfect Portrait software is compatible with
most PCI and AGP graphics (video) cards.
For information about compatible graphics
cards and approved hardware configurations,
go to the ViewSonic website,
http:// www.viewsonic.com
To switch from Landscape (default) to Portrait mode, do the following:
1. From the front, gently raise the LCD display to allow more clearance.
2. Pull the bottom of the LCD display outward and away from the base.
3. Manually rotate the LCD display clockwise 90 degrees as shown above.
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, take hold of each side of the head and pull up or down. The panel should move
easily.
Landscape Portrait

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Wall Mounting (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:
1. Verify that the Power button is turned Off,
then disconnect the power cord.
2. Lay the LCD display face down on a towel
or blanket.
3. Pull the back plate away from the head of
the LCD display. Let the plate hang on the
neck of the LCD display as shown on the
left. Notice the four screws.
4. Remove the four screws from the back plate.
5. Attach the mounting bracket from the VESA
compatible wall mounting kit (100 mm x
100 mm distance).
6. Attach the LCD display to the wall,
following the instructions in the wall-
mounting kit.
Remove
four
screws

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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 1600 x 1200) and
refresh rate (or vertical frequency; example 60 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 LCD display timing mode to:
VESA 1600 x 1200 @ 60Hz.
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.
WA R N IN G : Do not set the graphics card in your computer to exceed the maximum refresh
rate of 85Hz; doing so may result in permanent damage to your LCD display.
OSD and Power Lock Settings
•OSD Lock: Press and hold [1] and the up arrow Sfor 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 Sagain for 10 seconds.
•Power Button Lock: Press and hold [1] and the down arrow Tfor 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 Tagain for 10 seconds.

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Adjusting the Screen Image
Use the buttons on the front control panel to display and adjust the OSD controls which display
on the screen. The OSD controls are explained at the top of the next page and are defined in
“Main Menu Controls” on page 11.
Main Menu
with OSD controls
Front Control Panel
shown below in detail
Scrolls through menu options and adjusts the
displayed control.
Also a shortcut to display the Contrast adjustment
control screen.
Displays the control screen for the
highlighted control.
Also toggles between two controls on
some screens.
Also a shortcut to toggle analog and
digital connection.
Power light
Green = ON
Orange = Power Saving
Standby Power
On/Off
Displays the Main
Menu or exits the
control screen and
saves adjustments.

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Do the following to adjust the display setting:
1. To display the Main Menu, press button [1].
NOTE: All OSD menus and adjustment screens disappear automatically after about 15
seconds. This is adjustable through the OSD timeout setting in the setup menu.
2. To select a control to adjust, pressSorTto scroll up or down in the Main Menu.
3. After the desired control is selected, press button [2]. A control screen like the one shown
below appears.
4. To adjust the setting, press the upSor downTbuttons.
5. To save the adjustments and exit the menu, press button [1] twice.
The following tips may help you optimize your display:
• Adjust the computer's graphics card so that it outputs a 1600 x 1200 @ 60Hz video signal
to the LCD display. (Look for instructions on “changing the refresh rate” in the graphics
card's user guide.)
• If necessary, make small adjustments using H. POSITION and V. POSITION until the
screen image is completely visible. (The black border around the edge of the screen should
barely touch the illuminated “active area” of the LCD display.)

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Main Menu Controls
Adjust the menu items shown below by using the upSand downTbuttons.
Control Explanation
Auto Image Adjust automatically sizes, centers, and fine tunes the video signal
to eliminate waviness and distortion. Press the [2] button to obtain a sharper
image.
NOTE: Auto Image Adjust works with most common video cards. If this
function does not work on your LCD display, then lower the video refresh rate
to 60 Hz and set the resolution to its pre-set value.
Contrast adjusts the difference between the image background (black level)
and the foreground (white level).
Brightness adjusts background black level of the screen image.
Input Select allows you to toggle between an analog and a digital signal.
Color Adjust provides several color adjustment modes, including preset color
temperatures and a User Color mode which allows independent adjustment of
red (R), green (G), and blue (B). The factory setting for this product is 6500K
(6500 Kelvin).
9300K - Adds blue to the screen image for cooler white (used in most office
settings with fluorescent lighting).
6500K - Adds red to the screen image for warmer white and richer red.
5400K - Adds green to the screen image for a darker color.
5000K - Adds blue and green to the screen image for a darker color.

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Control Explanation
User Color - Individual adjustments for red (R), green (G), and blue (B).
1. To select color (R, G or B) press button [2].
2. To adjust selected color, pressSorT.
Important: If you select RECALL from the Main Menu when the product is set
to a Preset Timing Mode, colors return to the 6500K factory preset.
Information displays the timing mode (video signal input) coming from the
graphics card in the computer, the LCD model number, the serial number, and
the ViewSonic®website URL. See your graphics card’s user guide for
instructions on changing the resolution and refresh rate (vertical frequency).
NOTE: VESA 1600 x 1200 @ 60Hz (recommended) means that the resolution
is 1600 x 1200 and the refresh rate is 60 Hertz.
Manual Image Adjust displays the Manual Image Adjust menu.
H./V. Position (Horizontal/Vertical Position) moves the screen image left or
right and up or down.
Horizontal Size adjusts the width of the screen image.
Fine Tune sharpens the focus by aligning text and/or graphics with pixel
boundaries.
Scaling adjusts the video input signal to the screen size other than 1600 x 1200
using the following options.
1:1 adjusts the video signal so that the height and width of the picture are the
same.
Fill all adjusts the video signal to fill the screen.
Fill Aspect Ratio maintains the correct video signal proportions for different
resolutions.

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Control Explanation
Setup menu displays the menu shown below:
Language Select allows the user to choose the language used in the menus and
control screens.
Resolution Notice allows the user to enable or disable this notice.
Resolution Notice advises the optimal resolution to use.
Input Priority If multiple computers will be connected to the display, this
function can be used to select which computer has priority depending on the
selected Input Priority, the display will do a one time detection for available
inputs when first powered on.
OSD Position allows the user to move the OSD menus and control screens.
OSD Timeout sets the length of time the OSD screen is displayed. For
example, with a “15 second” setting, if a control is not pushed within 15
seconds, the display screen disappears.

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Control Explanation
OSD Background allows the user to turn the OSD background On or Off.
OSD Pivot This function is used to rotate the OSD menu, changing the OSD
screen to Landscape or Portrait mode.
Memory Recall returns the adjustments back to factory settings if the display is
operating in a factory Preset Timing Mode listed in the Specifications of this
manual.
Exception: This control does not affect changes made with the User Color
control, Language or Power Lock setting.

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Other Information
Specifications
1 Macintosh computers older than G3 require a ViewSonic®Macintosh adapter. To order an adapter, contact
ViewSonic.
LCD Type
Color Filter
Glass Surface
21.3” (full 21.3" viewable diagonal area),
TFT (Thin Film Transistor), Active Matrix UXGA LCD,
0.27 mm pixel pitch
RGB vertical stripe
Anti-Glare
Input Signal Video
Sync
Digital
RGB analog (0.7/1.0 Vp-p, 75 ohms)
Composite Sync, Separate Sync, Sync on Green
fh:30-92 kHz, fv:50-85 Hz
TMDS
fh:30-92 kHz, fv:50-85 Hz
Compatibility PC
Macintosh1
Up to 1600 x 1200 Non-interlaced
Power Macintosh up to 1280 x 1024
Resolution Recommended
and supported
1600 x 1200 @ 60 Hz
1280 x 1024 @ 60, 70, 72, 75, 85 Hz
1024 x 768 @ 60, 70, 72, 75, 85 Hz
800 x 600 @ 56, 60, 72, 75, 85 Hz
640 x 480 @ 60, 75, 85 Hz
720 x 400 @ 70 Hz
USB HUB V2.0
Power Voltage 100-240 VAC, 50/60 Hz (auto switch)
Display area Full Scan 432 mm (H) x 324 mm (V)
17.0" (H) x 12.8" (V)
Operating
conditions
Temperature
Humidity
Altitude
32° F to + 104° F (0° C to + 40° C)
10% to 90% (non-condensing)
To 10,000 feet
Storage
conditions
Temperature
Humidity
Altitude
-4° F to + 140° F (-20° C to + 60° C)
10% to 90% (non-condensing)
To 40,000 feet
Dimensions Physical 476 mm (W) x 382 mm (H) x 267 mm (D)
18.7" (W) x 15.0" (H) x 10.5" (D)
Weight Net 20.5 lb (9.3 kg)
Regulations BSMI, VCCI, CCC, PSB, C-Tick,
CE, GS, Ergo, Gost-R/Hygienic, SASO, PCBC, TCO'99,
UL/cUL, FCC-B, ICES-B, NOM, TUV-S, ENERGY STAR®
Power saving
modes
On
Off
Normal (green LED)
<2W (orange LED)
Preset Timing Mode (pre-adjusted to VESA®1600 x 1200 @ 60 Hz)
Warning: Do not set the graphics card in your computer to exceed these refresh rates; doing so may result in
permanent damage to the LCD display.

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Troubleshooting
No power
• Make sure power button (or switch) is ON.
• Make sure A/C power cord is securely connected to the LCD display.
• Plug another electrical device (like a radio) into the power outlet to verify that the outlet is
supplying proper voltage.
Power is ON but no screen image
• Make sure the video cable supplied with the LCD display is tightly secured to the video
output port on the back of the computer. If the other end of the video cable is not attached
permanently to the LCD display, tightly secure it to the LCD display.
• Adjust brightness and contrast.
• If you are using an Macintosh older than G3, you need a Macintosh adapter.
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 or broken pins in the cable connector could cause an improper
connection.
• Connect the LCD display to another computer.
• If you have an older graphics card, contact ViewSonic®for a non-DDC adapter.
Control buttons do not work
• Press only one button at a time.

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Customer Support
For technical support or product service, see the table below or contact your reseller.
NOTE: You will need the product serial number.
Country/Region Website T = Telephone
F = FAX Email
United States www.viewsonic.com/support T= [phone]
F= [phone] [e-mail]
Canada www.viewsonic.com/support T= [phone]
F= [phone] [e-mail]
United Kingdom www.viewsoniceurope.com T= [phone]
F= [phone] [e-mail]
Europe, Middle
East, Baltic
countries, and
North Africa
www.viewsoniceurope.com (Contact your reseller) [e-mail]
Australia and
New Zealand www.viewsonic.com.au AUS= 1800 880 818
NZ= 0800 008 822 s[email protected]onic.com
Singapore,
Southeast Asia,
and India
www.viewsonic.com.sg T=+ 65 273 4018
F=+ 65 273 1566 servic[email protected]wsonic.com
South Africa and
other countries www.viewsonic.com T=[phone]
F=[phone] [e-mail]
Hong Kong www.hk.viewsonic.com T=[phone]
F=[phone] [e-mail]

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Cleaning the LCD Display
• MAKE SURE THE LCD DISPLAY IS TURNED OFF.
• NEVER SPRAY OR POUR ANY LIQUID DIRECTLY ONTO THE SCREEN OR CASE.
To clean the screen:
1. Wipe the screen with a clean, soft, lint-free cloth. This removes dust and other particles.
2. If the screen 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:
1. Use a soft, dry cloth.
2. If the case 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
• ViewSonic®does not recommend the use of any ammonia or alcohol-based cleaners on the
LCD display screen or case. Some chemical cleaners have been reported to damage the
screen and/or case of the LCD display.
• ViewSonic will not be liable for damage resulting from use of any ammonia or alcohol-
based cleaners.