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Contents Electronic Warranty Registration 2 For Your Records 2 Getting Started Package Contents 3 Precautions 3 Quick Installation 4 Using the Monitor Setting the Timing Mode 5 OSD Lock Setting 6 Adjusting the Screen Image 7 Other Information Specifications 12 Troubleshooting 13 Customer Support 14 Cleaning the Monitor 15 Limited Warranty 16 Appendix Power Cord Safety Guidelines 17 FCC Information 18 09/02/04 E ViewSonic P225f 1
Contents Electronic Warranty Registration 2 For Your Records 2 Getting Started Package Contents 3 Precautions 3 Quick Installation 4 Using the Monitor Setting the Timing Mode 5 OSD Lock Setting 6 Adjusting the Screen Image 7 Other Information Specifications 12 Troubleshooting 13 Customer Support 14 Cleaning the Monitor 15 Limited Warranty 16 Appendix Power Cord Safety Guidelines 17 FCC Information 18 09/02/04 E ViewSonic P225f 1
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... or editorial errors or omissions contained herein; Information in the United States and other countries. Taiwan: recycle.epa.gov.tw ViewSonic P225f 2 In the interest of Apple Computer, Inc. Electronic Warranty Registration To meet your future needs, and to receive any ... information as it becomes available, please register your monitor's warranty on the Internet at: http://www.viewsonic.com For Your Records Product Name: Model Number: Document Number: Serial Number: Purchase Date: ViewSonic P225f VS10284 A-CD-P225f-6 Product disposal at the end of the Video Electronics...
... or editorial errors or omissions contained herein; Information in the United States and other countries. Taiwan: recycle.epa.gov.tw ViewSonic P225f 2 In the interest of Apple Computer, Inc. Electronic Warranty Registration To meet your future needs, and to receive any ... information as it becomes available, please register your monitor's warranty on the Internet at: http://www.viewsonic.com For Your Records Product Name: Model Number: Document Number: Serial Number: Purchase Date: ViewSonic P225f VS10284 A-CD-P225f-6 Product disposal at the end of the Video Electronics...
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... User Guide PDF files and INF/ICM display optimization files. Oils from the monitor. • AVOID TOUCHING THE SCREEN WITH YOUR FINGERS. ViewSonic recommends that blocks the ventilation slots or prevents adequate dissipation of a ViewSonic color monitor. The monitor contains highvoltage parts. Do not place anything on the monitor that you touch these conditions. •... sit at least 20" from the skin are difficult to remove. • NEVER REMOVE THE REAR COVER. It is present, immediately switch the monitor off and call your dealer or ViewSonic. ViewSonic P225f 3
... User Guide PDF files and INF/ICM display optimization files. Oils from the monitor. • AVOID TOUCHING THE SCREEN WITH YOUR FINGERS. ViewSonic recommends that blocks the ventilation slots or prevents adequate dissipation of a ViewSonic color monitor. The monitor contains highvoltage parts. Do not place anything on the monitor that you touch these conditions. •... sit at least 20" from the skin are difficult to remove. • NEVER REMOVE THE REAR COVER. It is present, immediately switch the monitor off and call your dealer or ViewSonic. ViewSonic P225f 3
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... separately). NOTE: At this user guide. 2 Connect power cord Connect the power cord from monitor to AC outlet LINE INPUT VHBGR ViewSonic Ports for the CD-ROM to install the P225f INF file. 4 Install Display Optimization files (1) Insert the ViewSonic wizard CD-ROM into the adapter. To be connected to a properly grounded AC outlet. 3 Power...
... separately). NOTE: At this user guide. 2 Connect power cord Connect the power cord from monitor to AC outlet LINE INPUT VHBGR ViewSonic Ports for the CD-ROM to install the P225f INF file. 4 Install Display Optimization files (1) Insert the ViewSonic wizard CD-ROM into the adapter. To be connected to a properly grounded AC outlet. 3 Power...
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... 151 Hz 800 x 600 NI @ 160 Hz 640 x 480 NI @ 160 Hz (NI = Non Interlaced) ViewSonic P225f 5 example 75 Hz). After setting the timing mode, use the OnView® controls to your monitor. To set the Timing Mode: 1 Set the resolution: Right-click on the Windows® desktop > Properties > ... set the graphics card in permanent damage to adjust the screen image. doing so may result in your graphic card's user guide for this monitor is important for maximizing the quality of the resolution (example 1280 x 1024) and refresh rate (or vertical frequency; Preset Timing Modes VGA ...
... 151 Hz 800 x 600 NI @ 160 Hz 640 x 480 NI @ 160 Hz (NI = Non Interlaced) ViewSonic P225f 5 example 75 Hz). After setting the timing mode, use the OnView® controls to your monitor. To set the Timing Mode: 1 Set the resolution: Right-click on the Windows® desktop > Properties > ... set the graphics card in permanent damage to adjust the screen image. doing so may result in your graphic card's user guide for this monitor is important for maximizing the quality of the resolution (example 1280 x 1024) and refresh rate (or vertical frequency; Preset Timing Modes VGA ...
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The message "OSD UNLOCK" will then display briefly, indicating that the OSD image settings are now locked. • OSD Unlock: Press and hold the [1] and [▼] buttons on the face of the monitor for 5 seconds. ViewSonic P225f 6 The message "OSD LOCK" will then display briefly, indicating that the OSD image settings are now unlocked. OSD Lock Settings You have the option of using the On Screen Display (OSD) locking feature, OSD LOCK, to prevent unwanted changes to the current image settings. • OSD Lock: Press and hold the [1] and [▼] buttons again for 5 seconds.
The message "OSD UNLOCK" will then display briefly, indicating that the OSD image settings are now locked. • OSD Unlock: Press and hold the [1] and [▼] buttons on the face of the monitor for 5 seconds. ViewSonic P225f 6 The message "OSD LOCK" will then display briefly, indicating that the OSD image settings are now unlocked. OSD Lock Settings You have the option of using the On Screen Display (OSD) locking feature, OSD LOCK, to prevent unwanted changes to the current image settings. • OSD Lock: Press and hold the [1] and [▼] buttons again for 5 seconds.
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Also, toggles between pairs of controls). Scrolls through menu options and adjusts the displayed control. ViewSonic P225f 7 IMPORTANT: The monitor should be warmed up for highlighted control (or pair of controls on some control screens. Main Menu with the Main Menu shown... below, use the buttons on the front control panel to making any adjustments. Power Light Power On/Off 1 2 Displays Main Menu; also saves...
Also, toggles between pairs of controls). Scrolls through menu options and adjusts the displayed control. ViewSonic P225f 7 IMPORTANT: The monitor should be warmed up for highlighted control (or pair of controls on some control screens. Main Menu with the Main Menu shown... below, use the buttons on the front control panel to making any adjustments. Power Light Power On/Off 1 2 Displays Main Menu; also saves...
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...Menu are listed in pairs, such as shown on the front control panel of your monitor (▼▲) and scroll through the choices. With a control highlighted, button [2] displays a control screen for making adjustments. 2 To select a control you want to ...displaying a control screen. 3 To adjust the selected control, press the arrow buttons (▼▲). 4 To save the control setting and Exit the menu, press button [1] twice. Press button [2] to adjust, press the arrow buttons on the left, press button [2] to toggle to adjust is highlighted, press button [2]. ViewSonic P225f...
...Menu are listed in pairs, such as shown on the front control panel of your monitor (▼▲) and scroll through the choices. With a control highlighted, button [2] displays a control screen for making adjustments. 2 To select a control you want to ...displaying a control screen. 3 To adjust the selected control, press the arrow buttons (▼▲). 4 To save the control setting and Exit the menu, press button [1] twice. Press button [2] to adjust, press the arrow buttons on the left, press button [2] to toggle to adjust is highlighted, press button [2]. ViewSonic P225f...
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...the build-up or down. Vertical Size adjusts the height of your monitor. Tilt rotates the entire screen image. ViewSonic P225f 9 Main Menu Controls The menu items shown below can cause irregular colors to display the Contrast/Brightness control screen. Pincushion straightens curves along the vertical edges...be adjusted by using the arrow buttons (▲▼) on . Shortcut: Before displaying the Main Menu, press ▼ or ▲ to appear around the edges of screen images. Your monitor will degauss automatically each time you power it on the front of the screen image...
...the build-up or down. Vertical Size adjusts the height of your monitor. Tilt rotates the entire screen image. ViewSonic P225f 9 Main Menu Controls The menu items shown below can cause irregular colors to display the Contrast/Brightness control screen. Pincushion straightens curves along the vertical edges...be adjusted by using the arrow buttons (▲▼) on . Shortcut: Before displaying the Main Menu, press ▼ or ▲ to appear around the edges of screen images. Your monitor will degauss automatically each time you power it on the front of the screen image...
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... displays information about the video signal coming from among several color options: three preset color temperatures and User Color, which allows you to move the on -screen menu and press button [2]. User Color - Convergence (Vertical Convergence) adjusts horizontal color alignment. ViewSonic P225f 10... patterns that appear as ripples, waves, or unwanted background color textures. V. H. OSD Position allows you to choose from your monitor manually, select Degauss on the on -screen menus and control screens. This includes the refresh rate (or Vertical Frequency) and the...
... displays information about the video signal coming from among several color options: three preset color temperatures and User Color, which allows you to move the on -screen menu and press button [2]. User Color - Convergence (Vertical Convergence) adjusts horizontal color alignment. ViewSonic P225f 10... patterns that appear as ripples, waves, or unwanted background color textures. V. H. OSD Position allows you to choose from your monitor manually, select Degauss on the on -screen menus and control screens. This includes the refresh rate (or Vertical Frequency) and the...
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... Support. Other Information Specifications CRT Input Signal Compatibility Timing Modes with Maximum Refresh Rates2 Power Display Area Operating Conditions Storage Conditions Dimensions Weight Regulations Power Saving Modes Type Phosphor Glass surface 22" (20.0" viewable diagonal area), 0.24 mm ... (monitor only) UL1950, cUL, DHHS, FCC, ICES-003, Class-B, (EPA) Energy Star, CE, CB, PCBC, TUV/GS, BSMI, C-Tick, CCC, TUV/Ergo, GOST-R, PSB, TCO003 (TCO99 for black model) On < 170W NORMAL (Green LED) Off < 4W (Orange LED) 1 Macintosh models prior to the monitor. ViewSonic P225f 12...
... Support. Other Information Specifications CRT Input Signal Compatibility Timing Modes with Maximum Refresh Rates2 Power Display Area Operating Conditions Storage Conditions Dimensions Weight Regulations Power Saving Modes Type Phosphor Glass surface 22" (20.0" viewable diagonal area), 0.24 mm ... (monitor only) UL1950, cUL, DHHS, FCC, ICES-003, Class-B, (EPA) Energy Star, CE, CB, PCBC, TUV/GS, BSMI, C-Tick, CCC, TUV/Ergo, GOST-R, PSB, TCO003 (TCO99 for black model) On < 170W NORMAL (Green LED) Off < 4W (Orange LED) 1 Macintosh models prior to the monitor. ViewSonic P225f 12...
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...the video cable supplied with another computer. • Select Degauss from the area around the monitor that the outlet is required for proper signal continuity between graphics card and monitor. ViewSonic P225f 13 Flickering • Not enough power supplied. Do this only once. • If you... have an older graphics card, contact ViewSonic® Customer Support. If the other end of devices ...
...the video cable supplied with another computer. • Select Degauss from the area around the monitor that the outlet is required for proper signal continuity between graphics card and monitor. ViewSonic P225f 13 Flickering • Not enough power supplied. Do this only once. • If you... have an older graphics card, contact ViewSonic® Customer Support. If the other end of devices ...
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...ViewSonic P225f 15 To clean the case: 1 Use a soft, dry cloth. 2 If 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. DISCLAIMER ViewSonic® does not recommend the use of any ammonia or alcohol-based cleaners on the monitor... screen or case. Cleaning the Monitor • MAKE SURE THE MONITOR IS TURNED OFF. • NEVER SPRAY OR POUR ANY...
...ViewSonic P225f 15 To clean the case: 1 Use a soft, dry cloth. 2 If 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. DISCLAIMER ViewSonic® does not recommend the use of any ammonia or alcohol-based cleaners on the monitor... screen or case. Cleaning the Monitor • MAKE SURE THE MONITOR IS TURNED OFF. • NEVER SPRAY OR POUR ANY...
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...: For warranty information and service on which vary from defects in material or workmanship during the warranty period. ViewSonic CRT Monitor Warranty (V3.0) Release Date: 03-26-2002 ViewSonic P225f 16 How long the warranty is valid only for all labor from : a. What the warranty does not ...THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES. 2. Sales outside of the U.S.A. Who the warranty protects: This warranty is effective: ViewSonic® color CRT monitors, including the display tubes, are warranted for three (3) years for all parts and three (3) years for the first consumer purchaser. ...
...: For warranty information and service on which vary from defects in material or workmanship during the warranty period. ViewSonic CRT Monitor Warranty (V3.0) Release Date: 03-26-2002 ViewSonic P225f 16 How long the warranty is valid only for all labor from : a. What the warranty does not ...THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES. 2. Sales outside of the U.S.A. Who the warranty protects: This warranty is effective: ViewSonic® color CRT monitors, including the display tubes, are warranted for three (3) years for all parts and three (3) years for the first consumer purchaser. ...