ViewSonic VX715 - 17" LCD Monitor User manual

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VX715
LCD Display

Contents
09/29/04C
Product Registration..............................................................4
For Your Records..................................................................4
Getting Started
Package Contents.................................................................5
Precautions...........................................................................5
Quick Installation...................................................................6
Installation of Wall Mount (Otional).....................................7
Using the CD Display
Setting the Timing Mode.......................................................8
OSD and Power Lock Settings..............................................8
Adjusting the Screen Image..................................................9
Main Menu Controls.............................................................10
Other Information
S ecifications......................................................................15
Troubleshooting...................................................................16
Customer Suort...............................................................17
Cleaning the LCD Dislay...................................................18
Limited Warranty.................................................................19
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Compliance Information........................................................2
Important Safety Instructions.................................................3

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 apparatus 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
apparatus (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 apparatus. 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 apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus
combination to avoid injury from tip-over
13. Unplug this apparatus when unused for long periods of time.
14. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus
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 apparatus, the apparatus 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 o Apple Computer, Inc.
Microso t, Windows, Windows NT, and the Windows logo are registered trademarks o Microso t
Corporation in the United States and other countries.
ViewSonic, the three birds logo, OnView, ViewMatch, and ViewMeter are registered trademarks o
ViewSonic Corporation.
VESA is a registered trademark o the Video Electronics Standards Association. DPMS and DDC
are trademarks o VESA.
ENERGY STAR® is a registered trademark o the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA).
As an ENERGY STAR® partner, ViewSonic Corporation has determined that this product meets the
ENERGY STAR® guidelines or energy e iciency.
Disclaimer: ViewSonic Corporation shall not be liable or technical or editorial errors or omissions
contained herein; nor or incidental or consequential damages resulting rom urnishing this mate-
rial, or the per ormance or use o this product.
In the interest o continuing product improvement, ViewSonic Corporation reserves the right to
change product speci ications without notice. In ormation in this document may change without
notice.
No part o this document may be copied, reproduced, or transmitted by any means, or any purpose
without prior written permission rom ViewSonic Corporation.
Product Registration
To meet your uture needs, and to receive any additional product in ormation as it becomes available,
please register your product on the Internet at: www.viewsonic.com. The ViewSonic® Wizard CD-
ROM also provides an opportunity or you to print the registration orm, which you may mail or ax
to ViewSonic.
Product disposal at end of product life
For Your Records
Product Name:
Model Number:
Document Number:
Serial Number:
Purchase Date:
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VS10057
A-CD-VX715-1
______________
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ViewSonic is concerned about the preservation o our environment. Please dispose o this product
properly at the end o its useul lie. 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

Getting Started
Congratulations on your purchase o 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 re ers to the ollowing Microsot
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 cable
• ViewSonic Wizard CD-ROM
NOTE: The CD jacket contains the Quick Start Guide, and the CD includes the
User Guide PDF iles and INF/ICM display optimization iles. The INF ile
ensures compatibility with Windows operating systems, and the ICM ile (Image
Color Matching) ensures accurate on-screen colors. ViewSonic recommends that
you install both iles.
Precautions
• Sit at least 18" rom your LCD display.
•Avoid ouching he screen. Skin oils are
di icult to remove.
•Never remove he rear cover. Your LCD
display contains high-voltage parts. You may
be seriously injured i you touch them.
• Avoid exposing your LCD display to direct
sunlight or another heat source. Orient your
LCD display away rom 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 ree o moisture.
• Do not place heavy objects on the LCD
display, video cable, or power cord.
• I smoke, abnormal noise, or strange odor is
present, immediately switch the LCD display
o and call your dealer or ViewSonic. It is
dangerous to continue using the LCD display.
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•Do not rub or apply pressure to the LCD panel,
as it may permanently damage the screen.

Quick Installation
1 Remove two rear panel covers
3 Connect video cable
• Make sure both the LCD display and
computer are turned OFF
• Connect the video cable rom 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.
4 Turn ON CD display and
computer
Turn ON the LCD display, then turn ON the
computer. This sequence (LCD display
be ore computer) is important.
NOTE: Windows users may receive a
message asking them to install the INF ile.
This is on the CD.
5 Insert the ViewSonic Wizard CD
into the computer’s CD drive.
Follow the on-screen instructions
I your computer does not have a CD-ROM
drive, see “Customer Support.”
(1) Wait or the CD-ROM to auto-start.
NOTE: I the CD-ROM does not auto-start:
double-click on the CD-ROM icon in the
Windows Explorer, then double-click on
viewsonic.exe.
5 Wizard CD (continued)
(2) Follow the on-screen instructions.
6 Windows users: Set the timing
mode (resolution and refresh
rate)
Example: 1280 x 1024 @ 60 Hz.
For instructions on changing the resolution
and re resh rate, see the graphic card’s user
guide.
Ins alla ion is comple e. Enjoy your new
ViewSonic LCD display.
To be best prepared or any uture customer
service needs: print this user guide and write
the serial number in “For Your ecords” on
page 2. (See back o LCD display.)
You can register your product online at the
website or your region. See the Customer
Support table in this guide.
The ViewSonic Wizard CD-ROM also
provides an opportunity or you to print the
registration orm which you may mail or ax
to ViewSonic.
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2Connect power cord
Power cord
Rear panel
covers
AC outlet
(wall socket) Computer
power cord
AC IN
DVI
D-SUB

Installation of Wall Mount (Optional)
To obtain a wall-mounting kit, contact ViewSonic or your local dealer. Re er to
the instructions that come with the base mounting kit. To convert your LCD
display rom a desk-mounted to a wall-mounted display, do the ollowing:
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REAR PANEL
COVERS
FOUR
BASE
SCREWS
FOUR
VESA
SCREW
HOLES
PLASTIC
COVERS
1Disconnect Power.
2Lay the LCD display ace down on a towel or blanket.
Attach the mounting bracket rom the VESA compatible wall-mounting kit
(100 mm x 100 mm distance).
7Attach the LCD display to the wall, ollowing the instructions in the
wall-mounting kit.
6
Remove the Plastic Covers from the back of the LCD display.
3
Remove the four screws attaching the base.
4
Remove the Rubber Plugs from inside the four VESA screw holes.
5

Using the CD Display
Setting the Timing Mode
Setting the timing mode is important or maximizing the quality o the
screen image and minimizing eye strain. The iming mode consists o the
resolu ion (example 1280 x 1024) and refresh ra e (or vertical requency;
example 75 Hz). A ter 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 1280 x 1024 @ 60Hz.
To set the Timing Mode:
1Set the resolution: Right-click on the Windows desktop > Proper ies >
Se ings > set the resolution.
2Set the re resh rate: See your graphic card's user guide or instructions.
WARNING: Do not set the graphics card in your computer to exceed the
maximum re resh rate o 85Hz/
doing so may result in permanent damage to your LCD display.
OSD and Power ock Settings
•OSD Lock: Press and hold [1] and the up arrow ▲ or 10 seconds. I any
buttons are pressed the message OSD Locked will display or a ew seconds.
•OSD Unlock: Press and hold [1] and the up arrow ▲ again or 10 seconds.
•Power Bu on Lock: Press and hold [1] and the down arrow ▼ or 10
seconds. I the power button is pressed the message Power Button Locked
will display or a ew seconds. With or without this setting, a ter a power
ailure, your LCD display’s power will automatically turn ON when power is
restored.
•Power Bu on Unlock: Press and hold [1] and the down arrow ▼ again or
10 seconds.
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1280 x 1024@75Hz;

Adjusting the Screen Image
Use the buttons on the ront control panel to display and adjust the OnView®
controls which display on the screen. The OnView controls are explained at the
top o the next page and are de ined in “Main Menu Controls” on page 9.
Front Control Panel
shown below in detail
Main Menu
With OnView controls
Scrolls through menu o tions and
adjusts the dis layed control.
Also a shortcut to dis lay the
Contrast adjustment control
screen.
Power
On/Off
Dis lays the control
screen for the highlighted
control.
Also toggles between two
controls on some
screens.
Also a shortcut to toggle
between analog and
digital connections.
Power light
Green = ON
Orange = Power
Saving
Dis lays the Main Menu
or exits the control screen
and saves adjustments
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