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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 Lock Settings 6 Adjusting the Screen Image 7 Main Menu Controls 9 Other Information Specifications 13 Troubleshooting 14 Customer Support 15 Cleaning the LCD Display 16 Limited Warranty 17 Appendix Safety Guidelines 18 Compliance Information for U.S.A 19 CE Conformity for Europe 19 12/29/03 B ViewSonic VG900_VG900b 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 Lock Settings 6 Adjusting the Screen Image 7 Main Menu Controls 9 Other Information Specifications 13 Troubleshooting 14 Customer Support 15 Cleaning the LCD Display 16 Limited Warranty 17 Appendix Safety Guidelines 18 Compliance Information for U.S.A 19 CE Conformity for Europe 19 12/29/03 B ViewSonic VG900_VG900b 1
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... prior written permission from furnishing this material, or the performance or use of this product. VESA is concerned about proper disposal. As an ENERGY STAR® partner, ViewSonic Corporation has determined that this product meets the ENERGY STAR® ... Number: Serial Number: Purchase Date: ViewSonic VG900 / VG900b VLCDS24020-3W/ VLCDS24020-2W A-CD-VG900-1/ A-CD-VG900b-1 Product disposal at : www.viewsonic.com. ViewSonic, the three birds logo, OnView, ViewMatch, and ViewMeter are registered trademarks of the U.S. The ViewSonic® Wizard CD-ROM also provides ...
... prior written permission from furnishing this material, or the performance or use of this product. VESA is concerned about proper disposal. As an ENERGY STAR® partner, ViewSonic Corporation has determined that this product meets the ENERGY STAR® ... Number: Serial Number: Purchase Date: ViewSonic VG900 / VG900b VLCDS24020-3W/ VLCDS24020-2W A-CD-VG900-1/ A-CD-VG900b-1 Product disposal at : www.viewsonic.com. ViewSonic, the three birds logo, OnView, ViewMatch, and ViewMeter are registered trademarks of the U.S. The ViewSonic® Wizard CD-ROM also provides ...
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... the rear cover. The INF file ensures compatibility with care when moving it. • Place your purchase of a ViewSonic® LCD display. Package Contents Your LCD display package includes: • LCD display • Power cord • 15 pin VGA Video cable • Stereo mini cable • AC/DC... Power Adapter • ViewSonic Wizard CD-ROM NOTE: The CD jacket contains the Quick Start Guide, and the CD includes the User Guide PDF files and INF/ICM display optimization files. Orient your LCD display away from your LCD display to continue using the LCD display.
... the rear cover. The INF file ensures compatibility with care when moving it. • Place your purchase of a ViewSonic® LCD display. Package Contents Your LCD display package includes: • LCD display • Power cord • 15 pin VGA Video cable • Stereo mini cable • AC/DC... Power Adapter • ViewSonic Wizard CD-ROM NOTE: The CD jacket contains the Quick Start Guide, and the CD includes the User Guide PDF files and INF/ICM display optimization files. Orient your LCD display away from your LCD display to continue using the LCD display.
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doing so may result in your computer to exceed the maximum refresh rate of the monitor for 10 seconds. After setting the timing mode, use the OnView® controls to : VESA 1280 x 1024 @ 60Hz. ViewSonic VG900_VG900b 6 The timing mode consists of the screen image and minimizing eye strain. For...OSD image settings are now locked. • OSD UNLOCK: Press and hold [1] and the down arrow ▼ again for 10 seconds. Using the LCD Display Setting the Timing Mode Setting the timing mode is important for maximizing the quality of the resolution (example 1280 x 1024) and refresh ...
doing so may result in your computer to exceed the maximum refresh rate of the monitor for 10 seconds. After setting the timing mode, use the OnView® controls to : VESA 1280 x 1024 @ 60Hz. ViewSonic VG900_VG900b 6 The timing mode consists of the screen image and minimizing eye strain. For...OSD image settings are now locked. • OSD UNLOCK: Press and hold [1] and the down arrow ▼ again for 10 seconds. Using the LCD Display Setting the Timing Mode Setting the timing mode is important for maximizing the quality of the resolution (example 1280 x 1024) and refresh ...
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Also a shortcut to display the Contrast adjustment control screen. Power light Green = ON Orange = Power Saving Power On/Off ViewSonic VG900_VG900b 7 The OnView controls are explained at the top of the next page and are defined in detail Speaker Speaker Displays the Main Menu or ... on page 9. Main Menu with OnView controls Front Control Panel shown below in "Main Menu Controls" on some screens: i.e., Contrast/ Brightness. Adjusting the Screen Image Use the buttons on the front control panel to display and adjust the OnView® controls which display on the screen.
Also a shortcut to display the Contrast adjustment control screen. Power light Green = ON Orange = Power Saving Power On/Off ViewSonic VG900_VG900b 7 The OnView controls are explained at the top of the next page and are defined in detail Speaker Speaker Displays the Main Menu or ... on page 9. Main Menu with OnView controls Front Control Panel shown below in "Main Menu Controls" on some screens: i.e., Contrast/ Brightness. Adjusting the Screen Image Use the buttons on the front control panel to display and adjust the OnView® controls which display on the screen.
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... - Do the following tips may help you optimize your display: • Adjust your graphic card's user guide.) • If necessary, make small adjustments using H POSITION and V POSITION until the screen image is adjustable through the Setup menu and the OSD timeout control described on "changing the refresh rate" in...example, either EXIT or select the BRIGHTNESS control. 4 To adjust the control, press the up arrow increases The line at the bottom of the LCD display.) ViewSonic VG900_VG900b 8 NOTE: All OnView menus and adjustment screens disappear automatically after about 30 seconds.
... - Do the following tips may help you optimize your display: • Adjust your graphic card's user guide.) • If necessary, make small adjustments using H POSITION and V POSITION until the screen image is adjustable through the Setup menu and the OSD timeout control described on "changing the refresh rate" in...example, either EXIT or select the BRIGHTNESS control. 4 To adjust the control, press the up arrow increases The line at the bottom of the LCD display.) ViewSonic VG900_VG900b 8 NOTE: All OnView menus and adjustment screens disappear automatically after about 30 seconds.
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... - Adds blue to eliminate waviness and distortion. Adds blue and green to obtain a sharper image. ViewSonic VG900_VG900b 9 Main Menu Controls Adjust the menu items shown below by using the up ▲ and down ▼ buttons. Color Adjust provides several color options: preset color temperatures... and User which allows you are finished making all color adjustments, press button [1] twice. Individual adjustments for this function does not work on your LCD display...
... - Adds blue to eliminate waviness and distortion. Adds blue and green to obtain a sharper image. ViewSonic VG900_VG900b 9 Main Menu Controls Adjust the menu items shown below by using the up ▲ and down ▼ buttons. Color Adjust provides several color options: preset color temperatures... and User which allows you are finished making all color adjustments, press button [1] twice. Individual adjustments for this function does not work on your LCD display...
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...pressing button [2]. Sharpness adjusts the clarity and focus of the screen image. Resolution Notice advises the optimal resolution to choose the language used in the menus and control screens. Control Explanation H./V. You can also view open software applications, or the Windows desktop. Setup .... NOTE: Try the Auto Image Adjust (see page 9) before using the Fine Tune control. If you can toggle between Horizontal and Vertical by aligning the illuminated text and/ or graphic characters. ViewSonic VG900_VG900b 11 This means that while making adjustments from the OSD control...
...pressing button [2]. Sharpness adjusts the clarity and focus of the screen image. Resolution Notice advises the optimal resolution to choose the language used in the menus and control screens. Control Explanation H./V. You can also view open software applications, or the Windows desktop. Setup .... NOTE: Try the Auto Image Adjust (see page 9) before using the Fine Tune control. If you can toggle between Horizontal and Vertical by aligning the illuminated text and/ or graphic characters. ViewSonic VG900_VG900b 11 This means that while making adjustments from the OSD control...
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... 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 you need a Macintosh adapter. Loose or broken pins in the cable connector could cause an improper connection...other end of the computer. Wrong or abnormal colors • If any colors (red, green, or blue) are using an Macintosh older than G3, you have an older graphics card, contact ViewSonic for a non-DDC adapter. Power is ON but no screen image • Make sure the video cable supplied ...
... 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 you need a Macintosh adapter. Loose or broken pins in the cable connector could cause an improper connection...other end of the computer. Wrong or abnormal colors • If any colors (red, green, or blue) are using an Macintosh older than G3, you have an older graphics card, contact ViewSonic for a non-DDC adapter. Power is ON but no screen image • Make sure the video cable supplied ...
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..., dry cloth. 2 If still not clean, apply a small amount of the LCD display. ViewSonic will not be liable for damage resulting from use of any ammonia or alcohol-based cleaners. Some chemical cleaners have been reported to damage the screen and/or case of a non-ammonia, ...any ammonia or alcohol-based cleaners on the LCD display screen or case. Cleaning the LCD Display • MAKE SURE THE LCD DISPLAY IS TURNED OFF. • NEVER SPRAY OR POUR ANY LIQUID DIRECTLY ONTO THE SCREEN OR CASE. Disclaimer ViewSonic does not recommend the use of non-ammonia, non-alcohol based glass ...
..., dry cloth. 2 If still not clean, apply a small amount of the LCD display. ViewSonic will not be liable for damage resulting from use of any ammonia or alcohol-based cleaners. Some chemical cleaners have been reported to damage the screen and/or case of a non-ammonia, ...any ammonia or alcohol-based cleaners on the LCD display screen or case. Cleaning the LCD Display • MAKE SURE THE LCD DISPLAY IS TURNED OFF. • NEVER SPRAY OR POUR ANY LIQUID DIRECTLY ONTO THE SCREEN OR CASE. Disclaimer ViewSonic does not recommend the use of non-ammonia, non-alcohol based glass ...
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... malfunction resulting from defects in material and workmanship during the warranty period, ViewSonic will, at its products to be defective in material or workmanship during the warranty period. c. d. Use of the first consumer purchase. g. Any other cause which does not relate...include remanufactured or refurbished parts or components. Some states do not allow limitations on ViewSonic products sold outside the U.S.A. Limited Warranty VIEWSONIC LCD DISPLAY What the warranty covers: ViewSonic warrants its sole option, repair or replace the product with the product. Take ...
... malfunction resulting from defects in material and workmanship during the warranty period, ViewSonic will, at its products to be defective in material or workmanship during the warranty period. c. d. Use of the first consumer purchase. g. Any other cause which does not relate...include remanufactured or refurbished parts or components. Some states do not allow limitations on ViewSonic products sold outside the U.S.A. Limited Warranty VIEWSONIC LCD DISPLAY What the warranty covers: ViewSonic warrants its sole option, repair or replace the product with the product. Take ...
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... The female receptacle of the inner conductors. For units which proper power cord to prevent electric shock. If you must use a cord set must be used to use the appropriate AC cord that will appear on the outer sheath, or on the insulation of one of the cord set ... EARTHED. VDE Switzerland ..... If in any questions concerning which sit on a desk or table, type SVT or SJT cord sets may be used. ViewSonic VG900_VG900b 18 Appendix Safety Guidelines Warning: This device must be operated with the coloured markings identifying the terminals in your plug, proceed as shown...
... The female receptacle of the inner conductors. For units which proper power cord to prevent electric shock. If you must use a cord set must be used to use the appropriate AC cord that will appear on the outer sheath, or on the insulation of one of the cord set ... EARTHED. VDE Switzerland ..... If in any questions concerning which sit on a desk or table, type SVT or SJT cord sets may be used. ViewSonic VG900_VG900b 18 Appendix Safety Guidelines Warning: This device must be operated with the coloured markings identifying the terminals in your plug, proceed as shown...
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...However, there is going to be determined by the party responsible for U.S.A. This equipment generates, uses, and can be used in accordance with the limits for help. ViewSonic VG900_VG900b 19 Also, any unauthorized changes or modifications not expressly approved by turning the equipment off and on,... does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can radiate radio frequency energy, and if not installed and used , use grounded power supply cord and the provided shielded video interface cable with regard to "Safety." This equipment has been tested and...
...However, there is going to be determined by the party responsible for U.S.A. This equipment generates, uses, and can be used in accordance with the limits for help. ViewSonic VG900_VG900b 19 Also, any unauthorized changes or modifications not expressly approved by turning the equipment off and on,... does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can radiate radio frequency energy, and if not installed and used , use grounded power supply cord and the provided shielded video interface cable with regard to "Safety." This equipment has been tested and...