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Contents Product Registration 2 For Your Records 2 Getting Started Package Contents 3 Precautions 3 Quick Installation 4 Installation of Wall Mount (Optional 5 Using the LCD Display Setting the Timing Mode 6 OSD and Power Button Lock Modes 6 Adjusting the Screen Image 7 Main Menu Controls 9 Other Information Specifications 12 Troubleshooting 13 Customer Support 14 Cleaning the LCD Display 15 Limited Warranty 16 Appendix Safety Guidelines 17 Compliance Information for U.S.A 18 CE Conformity for Europe 18 01/02/03 C ViewSonic VG700/VG700b 1
Contents Product Registration 2 For Your Records 2 Getting Started Package Contents 3 Precautions 3 Quick Installation 4 Installation of Wall Mount (Optional 5 Using the LCD Display Setting the Timing Mode 6 OSD and Power Button Lock Modes 6 Adjusting the Screen Image 7 Main Menu Controls 9 Other Information Specifications 12 Troubleshooting 13 Customer Support 14 Cleaning the LCD Display 15 Limited Warranty 16 Appendix Safety Guidelines 17 Compliance Information for U.S.A 18 CE Conformity for Europe 18 01/02/03 C ViewSonic VG700/VG700b 1
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... of its useful life. For Your Records Product Name: Model Number: Document Number: Serial Number: Purchase Date: ViewSonic VG700/VG700b VLCDS23719-1W/3W A-CD-VG700-1/A-CD-VG700b-1 Product disposal at the end of the Video Electronics Standards Association. ViewSonic VG700/VG700b 2 Microsoft, Windows, Windows NT, and the Windows logo are registered trademarks of Apple Computer, Inc. DPMS and...
... of its useful life. For Your Records Product Name: Model Number: Document Number: Serial Number: Purchase Date: ViewSonic VG700/VG700b VLCDS23719-1W/3W A-CD-VG700-1/A-CD-VG700b-1 Product disposal at the end of the Video Electronics Standards Association. ViewSonic VG700/VG700b 2 Microsoft, Windows, Windows NT, and the Windows logo are registered trademarks of Apple Computer, Inc. DPMS and...
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... on -screen colors. Save the original box and all packing material. ViewSonic VG700/VG700b 3 Getting Started Congratulations on your dealer or ViewSonic. NOTE: The word "Windows" refers to continue using the LCD display. Skin oils are difficult to reduce glare. • Always handle your LCD display with Windows operating systems, and the ICM file (Image Color...
... on -screen colors. Save the original box and all packing material. ViewSonic VG700/VG700b 3 Getting Started Congratulations on your dealer or ViewSonic. NOTE: The word "Windows" refers to continue using the LCD display. Skin oils are difficult to reduce glare. • Always handle your LCD display with Windows operating systems, and the ICM file (Image Color...
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... sure both the LCD display and computer are turned OFF Connect the video cable from the LCD display to install the INF file. Back plate AC/DC adapter with power cord AC outlet (wall socket) Audio cable Video cable Computer power cord ViewSonic VG700/VG700b 4 Quick Installation ...Optional: For instructions on wall mounting, see page 5 of LCD display.) You can register your product online at the website for your region. Installation is important....
... sure both the LCD display and computer are turned OFF Connect the video cable from the LCD display to install the INF file. Back plate AC/DC adapter with power cord AC outlet (wall socket) Audio cable Video cable Computer power cord ViewSonic VG700/VG700b 4 Quick Installation ...Optional: For instructions on wall mounting, see page 5 of LCD display.) You can register your product online at the website for your region. Installation is important....
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...on the bottom of Wall Mount (Optional) To obtain a wall-mounting kit, contact ViewSonic or your LCD display from the VESA compatible wallmounting kit (100 mm x 100 mm distance). 4 Attach the LCD display to the instructions that come with the base mounting kit. Installation of the ...base for the wall mount. 3 Attach the mounting bracket from a desk-mounted to a wall-mounted display, do the following the instructions in the wall-mounting kit. ViewSonic VG700/VG700b 5 Notice the ...
...on the bottom of Wall Mount (Optional) To obtain a wall-mounting kit, contact ViewSonic or your LCD display from the VESA compatible wallmounting kit (100 mm x 100 mm distance). 4 Attach the LCD display to the instructions that come with the base mounting kit. Installation of the ...base for the wall mount. 3 Attach the mounting bracket from a desk-mounted to a wall-mounted display, do the following the instructions in the wall-mounting kit. ViewSonic VG700/VG700b 5 Notice the ...
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...10 seconds. After setting the timing mode, use the OnView® controls to the control menus until this setting, after a power failure, your LCD display's power will automatically turn ON when power is pressed the message Power Button Locked will display for 5 seconds. • OSD Unlock: ...Modes OSD Lock: This mode locks all current control settings and prevents access to adjust the screen image. ViewSonic VG700/VG700b 6 Power Button Lock: This mode locks the power of the LCD display in permanent damage to exceed the maximum refresh rate of the resolution (example 1280 x 1024) and ...
...10 seconds. After setting the timing mode, use the OnView® controls to the control menus until this setting, after a power failure, your LCD display's power will automatically turn ON when power is pressed the message Power Button Locked will display for 5 seconds. • OSD Unlock: ...Modes OSD Lock: This mode locks all current control settings and prevents access to adjust the screen image. ViewSonic VG700/VG700b 6 Power Button Lock: This mode locks the power of the LCD display in permanent damage to exceed the maximum refresh rate of the resolution (example 1280 x 1024) and ...
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... menu options and adjusts the displayed control. Displays the control screen for the highlighted control. Power light Green = ON Orange = Power Saving Power On/Off ViewSonic VG700/VG700b 7 Decreases or increases volume. Also a shortcut to Auto Image Adjust. Adjusting the Screen Image Use the buttons on the front control panel to display and...
... menu options and adjusts the displayed control. Displays the control screen for the highlighted control. Power light Green = ON Orange = Power Saving Power On/Off ViewSonic VG700/VG700b 7 Decreases or increases volume. Also a shortcut to Auto Image Adjust. Adjusting the Screen Image Use the buttons on the front control panel to display and...
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... tells you what you can do next: Exit this menu or Select the control that it outputs a video signal 1280 x 1024 @ 60 Hz to the LCD display. (Look for instructions on page 10. 2 To highlight a control you optimize your display: • Adjust your computer's graphic card so that is highlighted. A control... after about 30 seconds. The following to adjust the screen image: 1 To display the Main Menu, press button [1]. The line at the bottom of the LCD display.) ViewSonic VG700/VG700b 8
... tells you what you can do next: Exit this menu or Select the control that it outputs a video signal 1280 x 1024 @ 60 Hz to the LCD display. (Look for instructions on page 10. 2 To highlight a control you optimize your display: • Adjust your computer's graphic card so that is highlighted. A control... after about 30 seconds. The following to adjust the screen image: 1 To display the Main Menu, press button [1]. The line at the bottom of the LCD display.) ViewSonic VG700/VG700b 8
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... shown below : Volume increases the volume, decreases the volume, and mutes the audio. NOTE: Auto Image Adjust works with fluorescent lighting). 6500K - ViewSonic VG700/VG700b 9 Press the [2] button to the screen image for cooler white (used in most office settings with most common video cards. Adds blue to obtain...Contrast adjusts the difference between the image background (black level) and the foreground (white level). If this function does not work on your LCD display, then lower the video refresh rate to 60 Hz and set value. Adds red to its pre-set the resolution to the screen...
... shown below : Volume increases the volume, decreases the volume, and mutes the audio. NOTE: Auto Image Adjust works with fluorescent lighting). 6500K - ViewSonic VG700/VG700b 9 Press the [2] button to the screen image for cooler white (used in most office settings with most common video cards. Adds blue to obtain...Contrast adjusts the difference between the image background (black level) and the foreground (white level). If this function does not work on your LCD display, then lower the video refresh rate to 60 Hz and set value. Adds red to its pre-set the resolution to the screen...
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... Fine Tune sharpens focus by pressing button [2]. Resolution Notice displays the recommended resolution for instructions on -screen display menus and control screens. ViewSonic VG700/VG700b 10 Size (Horizontal Size) adjusts the width of the screen image. Vertical moves the screen image up and down. H./V. You can toggle... the right. OSD Position allows you to choose the language used in your LCD display. NOTE: Vertical size is 60 Hertz. See your graphic card's user guide for this LCD display. Enable allows the Resolution Notice to move the on changing the resolution and...
... Fine Tune sharpens focus by pressing button [2]. Resolution Notice displays the recommended resolution for instructions on -screen display menus and control screens. ViewSonic VG700/VG700b 10 Size (Horizontal Size) adjusts the width of the screen image. Vertical moves the screen image up and down. H./V. You can toggle... the right. OSD Position allows you to choose the language used in your LCD display. NOTE: Vertical size is 60 Hertz. See your graphic card's user guide for this LCD display. Enable allows the Resolution Notice to move the on changing the resolution and...
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Memory Recall returns adjustments to turn the On-Screen Display background On or Off. Exception: This control does not effect changes made with a "15 second" setting, if a control is not pushed within 15 seconds, the display screen disappears. OSD Background allows you to the original factory settings if the display is displayed. For example, with the Custom User Color control. Control Explanation OSD Timeout sets the length of time an on-screen display screen is operating in a factory Preset Timing Mode listed in this user guide. ViewSonic VG700/VG700b 11
Memory Recall returns adjustments to turn the On-Screen Display background On or Off. Exception: This control does not effect changes made with a "15 second" setting, if a control is not pushed within 15 seconds, the display screen disappears. OSD Background allows you to the original factory settings if the display is displayed. For example, with the Custom User Color control. Control Explanation OSD Timeout sets the length of time an on-screen display screen is operating in a factory Preset Timing Mode listed in this user guide. ViewSonic VG700/VG700b 11
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ViewSonic VG700/VG700b 12 Other Information Specifications LCD Input signal Compatibility Resolution Power Display area Operating conditions Storage conditions Dimensions Weight Regulations Type Color Filter Glass surface Video Sync PC Macintosh1 Recommended and supported Voltage Full Scan Temperature Humidity Altitude Temperature Humidity Altitude Physical Net 17" (full 17" viewable diagonal area), TFT (Thin Film Transistor), Active Matrix...
ViewSonic VG700/VG700b 12 Other Information Specifications LCD Input signal Compatibility Resolution Power Display area Operating conditions Storage conditions Dimensions Weight Regulations Type Color Filter Glass surface Video Sync PC Macintosh1 Recommended and supported Voltage Full Scan Temperature Humidity Altitude Temperature Humidity Altitude Physical Net 17" (full 17" viewable diagonal area), TFT (Thin Film Transistor), Active Matrix...
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... work • Press only one button at a time. ViewSonic VG700/VG700b 13 Troubleshooting No power • Make sure power button (or switch) is ON. • Make sure A/C power cord is securely connected to the DC power supply and the power supply is firmly connected to the LCD display. • Plug another computer. • If...
... work • Press only one button at a time. ViewSonic VG700/VG700b 13 Troubleshooting No power • Make sure power button (or switch) is ON. • Make sure A/C power cord is securely connected to the DC power supply and the power supply is firmly connected to the LCD display. • Plug another computer. • If...
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....sg T: 65 273 4018 F: 65 273 1566 service.sg@ viewsonic.com Other Asia/Pacific viewsonic.com.tw countries T: 886 2 2246 3456 service.ap@ F: 886 2 8242 3668 viewsonic.com South Africa viewsonic.com/asia T: 886 2 2246 3456 service.ap@ F: 886 2 8242 3668 viewsonic.com ViewSonic VG700/VG700b 14 NOTE: You will need the product serial number. Country/ Region Web...
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... not clean, apply a small amount of any ammonia or alcohol-based cleaners. Disclaimer ViewSonic® does not recommend the use of any ammonia or alcohol-based cleaners on the LCD display screen or case. ViewSonic will not be liable for damage resulting from use of a non-ammonia, non-alcohol... based, mild non-abrasive detergent onto a clean, soft, lint-free cloth, then wipe the surface. Cleaning the LCD Display • MAKE SURE THE LCD DISPLAY IS TURNED OFF. • NEVER SPRAY OR POUR ANY LIQUID DIRECTLY ONTO THE SCREEN OR CASE. ViewSonic VG700/VG700b 15
... not clean, apply a small amount of any ammonia or alcohol-based cleaners. Disclaimer ViewSonic® does not recommend the use of any ammonia or alcohol-based cleaners on the LCD display screen or case. ViewSonic will not be liable for damage resulting from use of a non-ammonia, non-alcohol... based, mild non-abrasive detergent onto a clean, soft, lint-free cloth, then wipe the surface. Cleaning the LCD Display • MAKE SURE THE LCD DISPLAY IS TURNED OFF. • NEVER SPRAY OR POUR ANY LIQUID DIRECTLY ONTO THE SCREEN OR CASE. ViewSonic VG700/VG700b 15
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... of the problem, and (e) the serial number of supplies or parts not meeting ViewSonic's specifications. ViewSonic LCD Display Warranty (V3.0) Release Date: 1-29-2002 ViewSonic VG700/VG700b 16 Any product on which vary from defects in material or workmanship during the warranty period, ViewSonic will be defective in material and workmanship during the warranty period. Removal or...
... of the problem, and (e) the serial number of supplies or parts not meeting ViewSonic's specifications. ViewSonic LCD Display Warranty (V3.0) Release Date: 1-29-2002 ViewSonic VG700/VG700b 16 Any product on which vary from defects in material or workmanship during the warranty period, ViewSonic will be defective in material and workmanship during the warranty period. Removal or...
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... unit. The wire which is coloured BROWN must be connected to the terminal in the plug which is marked with the letter L or coloured RED. ViewSonic VG700/VG700b 17 The female receptacle of the cord set is HARCertified, and a special mark that is not enclosed. The cord set must meet IEC-60320 requirements and... be used in the United States and Canada. &RUG7\SH SJT SVT 6L]HRI&RQGXFWRUVLQ&RUG 18 AWG 16 AWG 14 AWG 18 AWG 17 AWG 0D[LPXP&XUUHQW5DWLQJRI8QLW 10 Amps 12 Amps 12 Amps 10 Amps 12 Amps For European Countries In Europe you have purchased...
... unit. The wire which is coloured BROWN must be connected to the terminal in the plug which is marked with the letter L or coloured RED. ViewSonic VG700/VG700b 17 The female receptacle of the cord set is HARCertified, and a special mark that is not enclosed. The cord set must meet IEC-60320 requirements and... be used in the United States and Canada. &RUG7\SH SJT SVT 6L]HRI&RQGXFWRUVLQ&RUG 18 AWG 16 AWG 14 AWG 18 AWG 17 AWG 0D[LPXP&XUUHQW5DWLQJRI8QLW 10 Amps 12 Amps 12 Amps 10 Amps 12 Amps For European Countries In Europe you have purchased...
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... cause harmful interference to the instruction manual. Install and use grounded power supply cord and the provided shielded video interface cable with the limits for U.S.A. ViewSonic VG700/VG700b 18 Compliance Information for a Class B digital device, pursuant to correct the interference by one or more of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to...
... cause harmful interference to the instruction manual. Install and use grounded power supply cord and the provided shielded video interface cable with the limits for U.S.A. ViewSonic VG700/VG700b 18 Compliance Information for a Class B digital device, pursuant to correct the interference by one or more of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to...