ViewSonic VX3258-PC-mhd User manual

VX3258-PC-mhd/
VX3258-PC-mhd-W
LCD Monitor
User Guide
Model No. VS17631
P/N: VX3258-PC-mhd/VX3258-PC-mhd-W
IMPORTANT: Please read this User Guide to obtain important informaon on installing and using your product
in a safe manner, as well as registering your product for future service. Warranty informaon contained in this
User Guide will describe your limited coverage from ViewSonic Corporaon, which is also found on our web site at
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Thank you for choosing ViewSonic®
As a world-leading provider of visual soluons, ViewSonic® is dedicated to
exceeding the world’s expectaons for technological evoluon, innovaon, and
simplicity. At ViewSonic®, we believe that our products have the potenal to make a
posive impact in the world, and we are condent that the ViewSonic® product you
have chosen will serve you well.
Once again, thank you for choosing ViewSonic®!

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Safety Precautions
Please read the following Safety Precauons before you start using the device.
• Keep this user guide in a safe place for later reference.
• Read all warnings and follow all instructions.
• Sit at least 18" (45 cm) away from the device.
• Allow at least 4" (10 cm) clearance around the device to ensure proper
ventilation.
• Place the device in a well-ventilated area. Do not place anything on the device
that prevents heat dissipation.
• Do not use the device near water. To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do
not expose the device to moisture.
• Avoid exposing the device to direct sunlight or other sources of sustained heat.
• Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or
other devices (including amplifiers) that may increase the temperature of the
device to dangerous levels.
• Use a soft, dry cloth to clean the external housing. For more information, refer
to the “Maintenance” section on page 47.
• Oil may collect on the screen as you touch it. To clean the greasy spots on the
screen, refer to the “Maintenance” section on page 47.
• Do not touch the screen surface with sharp or hard objects, as it may cause
damage to the screen.
• When moving the device, be careful not to drop or bump the device on
anything.
• Do not place the device on an uneven or unstable surface. The device may fall
over resulting in an injury or a malfunction.
• Do not place any heavy objects on the device or connection cables.
• If smoke, an abnormal noise, or a strange odor is present, immediately turn the
device off and call your dealer or ViewSonic®. It is dangerous to continue using
the device.
• 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, obtain an adapter and do not attempt to force the plug into
the outlet.

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• When connecting to a power outlet, DO NOT remove the grounding
prong. Please ensure grounding prongs are NEVER REMOVED.
• Protect the power cord from being treaded upon or pinched,
particularly at the plug, and at the point where it emerges from
the equipment. Ensure that the power outlet is located near the
equipment so that it is easily accessible.
• Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.
• When a cart is used, use with caution when moving the cart/equipment
combination to avoid injury from tipping over.
• Disconnect the power plug from the AC outlet if the device is not being used for
a long period of time.
• Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Service will be
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 in the unit
if the unit is exposed to moisture
if the unit does not operate normally or has been dropped
• NOTICE: LISTENING THROUGH EAR-/HEADPHONES AT A HIGH VOLUME FOR
EXTENDED PERIODS CAN CAUSE HEARING DAMAGE/HEARING LOSS. When using
ear-/headphones, adjust the volume to appropriate levels, or hearing damage
may result.
• NOTICE: THE MONITOR MAY OVERHEAT AND SHUTDOWN! If the device shuts
down automatically, please turn on your monitor again. After rebooting, change
your monitor's resolution and refresh rate. For details, please refer to the
graphics card's user guide.

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Contents
Introduction ................................................................ 7
Package Contents ...................................................................................................7
Product Overview...................................................................................................8
Initial Setup................................................................. 9
Installing the Stand.................................................................................................9
Using the Security Slot..........................................................................................11
Making Connections.................................................. 12
Connecting to Power ............................................................................................12
Connecting External Devices ................................................................................13
HDMI Connection.................................................................................................. 13
DisplayPort Connection......................................................................................... 14
Audio Connection.................................................................................................. 15
Using the Monitor ..................................................... 16
Adjusting the Viewing Angle.................................................................................16
Turning the Device On/Off ...................................................................................17
Using the Control Panel Keys................................................................................18
Quick Menu........................................................................................................... 18
Hot Keys ................................................................................................................ 20
Configuring the Settings .......................................................................................22
General Operations ............................................................................................... 22
On-Screen Display (OSD) Menu Tree .................................................................... 25
Menu Options ....................................................................................................... 30
Appendix................................................................... 39
Specifications........................................................................................................39
Glossary ................................................................................................................41
Troubleshooting ...................................................................................................45
Maintenance.........................................................................................................47
General Precautions.............................................................................................. 47
Cleaning the Screen............................................................................................... 47
Cleaning the Case.................................................................................................. 47

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Regulatory and Service Information .......................... 48
Compliance Information.......................................................................................48
FCC Compliance Statement................................................................................... 48
Industry Canada Statement................................................................................... 48
CE Conformity for European Countries ................................................................. 48
Declaration of RoHS2 Compliance......................................................................... 49
Indian Restriction of Hazardous Substances ......................................................... 50
Product Disposal at End of Product Life................................................................ 50
Copyright Information ..........................................................................................51
Customer Service .................................................................................................. 52
Limited Warranty .................................................................................................. 53
Mexico Limited Warranty...................................................................................... 56

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Introducon
Package Contents
• Monitor
• Power cord
• Video cable
• Quick start guide
NOTE: The power cord and video cables included in your package may vary
depending on your country. Please contact your local reseller for more
informaon.

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Product Overview
Front View
Power buon
Display screen
Rear View
Security Slot
HDMI port Audio Out port
DisplayPort
DC IN jack
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NOTE: For more informaon about the Joy Key and the (Middle)////
key and its funcons, refer to “Hot Keys” on page 20.

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Inial Setup
This secon provides detailed instrucons for seng up your monitor.
Installing the Stand
1. Place the monitor on a at, stable surface with the screen facing down.
2. Align and connect the monitor stand’s base to the monitor stand’s neck with the
single (1) screw provided.

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3. Li the device into its upright posion on a at, stable surface.
NOTE: Always place the device on a at, stable surface. Failure to do so may
cause the device to fall and damage the device and/or result in personal
injury.

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Using the Security Slot
To help prevent the device from being stolen, use a security slot locking device to
secure the device to a xed object.
Below is an example of seng up a security slot locking device on a table.

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Making Connecons
This secon guides you on how to connect the monitor with other equipment.
Connecng to Power
1. Connect the power cord to the power adapter.
2. Connect the power adapter to the DC IN jack at the rear of the device.
3. Connect the power cord plug to a power outlet.
1
2
3

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Connecng External Devices
HDMI Connecon
Connect one end of an HDMI cable to the HDMI port of your monitor. Then connect
the other end of the cable to the HDMI port of your computer.
NOTE: The monitor is equipped with two (2) HDMI 1.4 ports.

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DisplayPort Connecon
Connect one end of a DisplayPort cable to the DisplayPort port. Then connect the
other end of the cable to the DisplayPort or mini DP port of your computer.
NOTE: To connect the monitor to the Thunderbolt port (v. 1&2) on your Mac,
connect the mini DP end of the “mini DP to DisplayPort cable” to the
Thunderbolt output of your Mac. Then connect the other end of the
cable to the DisplayPort of the monitor.

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Audio Connecon
Plug the audio jack of the ear-/headphones into the Audio Out port of the monitor.
Addionally, you can connect the monitor to a sound bar using an audio cable.
NOTE: The monitor is also equipped with dual speakers.

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Using the Monitor
Adjusng the Viewing Angle
For opmal viewing, you can adjust the viewing angle using the following method:
Tilt Angle Adjustment
Tilt the monitor forwards or backwards to the desired viewing angle (-5° to 10°).
NOTE: When adjusng, support the stand rmly with one hand while lng the
monitor forwards or backwards with the other hand.

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Turning the Device On/O
1. Plug the power cord into a power outlet.
2. Press the (Middle) key to turn on the monitor.
3. To turn the monitor o, press and hold the (Middle) key for 3 seconds.
NOTE: The monitor will sll consume some power as long as the power cord is
connected to the power outlet. If the device is not being used for a long
period of me, please disconnect the power plug from the power outlet.

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Using the Control Panel Keys
Use the control panel keys to access the Quick Menu, acvate Hot Keys, navigate
the On-Screen Display (OSD) Menu, and change the sengs.
Quick Menu
Press the //key to acvate the Quick Menu.
Viewmode
Contrast/Brightness
Input Select
Main Menu
Exit
NOTE: Follow the key guide that appears at the side of the screen to select the
opon or make adjustments.
Viewmode
Contrast/Brightness
Input Select
Main Menu
Exit
ViewMode
Select one of the preset color sengs.
Standard
Game
Movie
Web
Text
MAC
Mono
NOTE: The (Shortcut) key can be assigned to give you quick access to a
preferred menu. For more informaon, seethe “Hot Keys” secon on
page 20.

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Viewmode
Contrast/Brightness
Input Select
Main Menu
Exit
Contrast/Brightness
Adjust the contrast or brightness level.
Contrast
70
Brightness
100
Viewmode
Contrast/Brightness
Input Select
Main Menu
Exit
Input Select
Select the input source.
HDMI1
HDMI2
DisplayPort
Viewmode
Contrast/Brightness
Input Select
Main Menu
Exit
Menu
Enter the On-Screen Display (OSD) Menu.
VX3258
1920 x 1080@60Hz
75%
Setup Menu
Color AdjustViewMode Manual Image
Adjust
Input
Select
Audio Adjust
HDMI 1
HDMI 2
DisplayPort
NOTE: Pressing the (Middle) key will also acvate the OSD Menu directly.
Viewmode
Contrast/Brightness
Input Select
Main Menu
Exit
Exit
Exit the Quick Menu.
NOTE: Use the (Middle) key to exit the Quick Menu.

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Hot Keys
When the On-Screen Display (OSD) Menu is o, you can quickly access special
funcons by using the control panel keys.
Key Descripon

(Shortcut)
Pressing the key once will quickly open your preferred menu and
adjustment opons.
Press and hold for 5 seconds to reassign your preferred menu shortcut.
Users can choose from: Volume, Blue Light Filter, Game Mode, Aspect
Ratio, or Color Temperature.
Press and hold for 5 seconds to display the “lock/unlock the OSD” menu.
When the menu appears on the screen, connue holding for 10 seconds
to lock/unlock the OSD Menu.
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Hot Keys
When the OSD menu is  you can quickly access special funcons by using the control panel keys.
NOTE: Some funcons involve a combinaon of two keys.
Key
Descrip�on
1 + 2
Press the keys to unlock/lock the OSD menu.
When the menu appears on the screenpress and hold both keys for 10 seconds to
lock/unlock the OSD menu.
OSD Lock/Unlock
Locking OSD
1
Press and hold for 10s
to lock OSD
If the OSD menu is lockedthe below message will appear on the screen:
OSD Lock/Unlock
OSD Locked
1 + 3
Press the keys to unlock/lock the Power buon.
When the menu appears on the screenpress and hold both keys for 10 seconds to
unlock/lock the Power buon.
Power Lock/Unlock
Locking Power Button
3
Press and hold for 10s
to lock power
If the Power buon is lockedthe below message will appear on the screen:
Power Lock/Unlock
Power Button Locked
If the OSD Menu is locked, the below message will appear on the screen:
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Hot Keys
When the OSD menu is  you can quickly access special funcons by using the control panel keys.
NOTE: Some funcons involve a combinaon of two keys.
Key
Descrip�on
1 + 2
Press the keys to unlock/lock the OSD menu.
When the menu appears on the screenpress and hold both keys for 10 seconds to
lock/unlock the OSD menu.
OSD Lock/Unlock
Locking OSD
1
Press and hold for 10s
to lock OSD
If the OSD menu is lockedthe below message will appear on the screen:
OSD Lock/Unlock
OSD Locked
1 + 3
Press the keys to unlock/lock the Power buon.
When the menu appears on the screenpress and hold both keys for 10 seconds to
unlock/lock the Power buon.
Power Lock/Unlock
Locking Power Button
3
Press and hold for 10s
to lock power
If the Power buon is lockedthe below message will appear on the screen:
Power Lock/Unlock
Power Button Locked