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... VESA is a registered trademark of Intel. No part of this document may be copied, reproduced. Product Name: ViewSonic PTT70 Model Number: PT770-1 Serial Number: ViewSonic PT770 All rights reserved. Pentium is a registered trademark of the Video Electronics Standards Association. For your purchase to change ... of their respective companies and are used herein for incidental or consequential damages resulting from ViewSonic Corporation. S Windows is on the back of the monitor.You should note the serial number of this unit in the event of theft or loss.
... VESA is a registered trademark of Intel. No part of this document may be copied, reproduced. Product Name: ViewSonic PTT70 Model Number: PT770-1 Serial Number: ViewSonic PT770 All rights reserved. Pentium is a registered trademark of the Video Electronics Standards Association. For your purchase to change ... of their respective companies and are used herein for incidental or consequential damages resulting from ViewSonic Corporation. S Windows is on the back of the monitor.You should note the serial number of this unit in the event of theft or loss.
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...service, you . Limitation of the product due to shipment. Sales outside the U.S.A.: For ViewSonic products sold outside of the U.S.A., contact your ViewSonic dealer or ViewSonic. ViewSonic PT770 ii What the warranty does not cover: 1. Some states do not allow limitations on... three (3) years for ViewSonic's Customer Service telephone numbers. Exclusion of the nearest ViewSonic service center, contact your ViewSonic dealer for the first consumer purchaser. How long the warranty is effective: The ViewSonic P1770 color monitor, including the display tube, is valid only...
...service, you . Limitation of the product due to shipment. Sales outside the U.S.A.: For ViewSonic products sold outside of the U.S.A., contact your ViewSonic dealer or ViewSonic. ViewSonic PT770 ii What the warranty does not cover: 1. Some states do not allow limitations on... three (3) years for ViewSonic's Customer Service telephone numbers. Exclusion of the nearest ViewSonic service center, contact your ViewSonic dealer for the first consumer purchaser. How long the warranty is effective: The ViewSonic P1770 color monitor, including the display tube, is valid only...
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ViewSonic PT770 Safety Guidelines hi If this device. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful ... cores. DOC avis de conformation Cet appareil est bien conforme a la directive communautaire No 82/499/CEE. Also, any unauthorized changes or modifications to this monitor would void the user's authority to operate this equipment does cause unacceptable interference to radio or television reception, which the receiver is connected. • Consult...
ViewSonic PT770 Safety Guidelines hi If this device. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful ... cores. DOC avis de conformation Cet appareil est bien conforme a la directive communautaire No 82/499/CEE. Also, any unauthorized changes or modifications to this monitor would void the user's authority to operate this equipment does cause unacceptable interference to radio or television reception, which the receiver is connected. • Consult...
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Troubleshooting Problem Chart 5. TABLE OF CONTENTS Warranty Information Safety Guidelines 1. Operation Controls Timing Plug and Play + Power Management System 4. Additional Information Helpful Hints Safety Tips Care of Your Monitor Index ViewSonic P1770 ii iii E N G 3 L 4 6 8 9 10 11 13 23 25 26 27 29 29 30 31 1 Installation Power Up Signal Connections Macintosh Adapter Configurations 3. Introduction Contents Features Specifications Dimensions 2.
Troubleshooting Problem Chart 5. TABLE OF CONTENTS Warranty Information Safety Guidelines 1. Operation Controls Timing Plug and Play + Power Management System 4. Additional Information Helpful Hints Safety Tips Care of Your Monitor Index ViewSonic P1770 ii iii E N G 3 L 4 6 8 9 10 11 13 23 25 26 27 29 29 30 31 1 Installation Power Up Signal Connections Macintosh Adapter Configurations 3. Introduction Contents Features Specifications Dimensions 2.
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The following list contains all items included in the ViewSonic PT770 package: • ViewSonic P1770 Monitor • Tilt/Swivel Base • Power Cord • Video Cable with 15 Pin HD Mini D-Sub Connectors at both ends • User's Guide • Macintosh Adapter Be sure to save original box and all packing material for future transport of a ViewSonic PT770 high N G performance full color monitor! INTRODUCTION Contents Congratulations on your purchase of the monitor. 0mat Sur!, ViewSonic PT770 ViewSonic Introduction
The following list contains all items included in the ViewSonic PT770 package: • ViewSonic P1770 Monitor • Tilt/Swivel Base • Power Cord • Video Cable with 15 Pin HD Mini D-Sub Connectors at both ends • User's Guide • Macintosh Adapter Be sure to save original box and all packing material for future transport of a ViewSonic PT770 high N G performance full color monitor! INTRODUCTION Contents Congratulations on your purchase of the monitor. 0mat Sur!, ViewSonic PT770 ViewSonic Introduction
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...130 Hz. • Twenty timings (16 for PCs, 4 for Macs) are factory preset for Plug & Play 4 compatibility. • Monitor is built in permitting AC power input of 88-132 VAC/180-264 VAC, 47-62 Hz. • Compact case minimizes desktop space giving...compatible with VGA, SVGA, VESA, and high resolution video modes up to 1600 (H) x 1280 (V). • Monitor may be used with DDC1 and DDC2B for image size and position. • Eight additional timings are automatically selected. ViewSonic PT770 Introduction 5 E • Synchronizing input signals (separate, composite, or sync-on-
...130 Hz. • Twenty timings (16 for PCs, 4 for Macs) are factory preset for Plug & Play 4 compatibility. • Monitor is built in permitting AC power input of 88-132 VAC/180-264 VAC, 47-62 Hz. • Compact case minimizes desktop space giving...compatible with VGA, SVGA, VESA, and high resolution video modes up to 1600 (H) x 1280 (V). • Monitor may be used with DDC1 and DDC2B for image size and position. • Eight additional timings are automatically selected. ViewSonic PT770 Introduction 5 E • Synchronizing input signals (separate, composite, or sync-on-
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...? Yes Installation Is complete! Yes Attach supplied video cable to computer's 4 video card output terminal. Attach video cable to 3 monitor's port. Enjoy your computer IBM or compatible? ViewSonic PT770 2 Installation Connect the supplied ViewSonic Mac adapter to the video cable (see page 11). 4 Attach power cable to personal preference (see Chapter 3). Turn computer on...
...? Yes Installation Is complete! Yes Attach supplied video cable to computer's 4 video card output terminal. Attach video cable to 3 monitor's port. Enjoy your computer IBM or compatible? ViewSonic PT770 2 Installation Connect the supplied ViewSonic Mac adapter to the video cable (see page 11). 4 Attach power cable to personal preference (see Chapter 3). Turn computer on...
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... Red video signal Green video signal Blue video signal Pin Arrangement of 15 Pin HD Mini D-sub Connector. Signal Connections Connect the ViewSonic PT770 full- When connecting to a Macintosh, color monitor to an IBM or you need to use the supplied adapter E compatible PC using the 15 pin mini (see page 11). H Check...
... Red video signal Green video signal Blue video signal Pin Arrangement of 15 Pin HD Mini D-sub Connector. Signal Connections Connect the ViewSonic PT770 full- When connecting to a Macintosh, color monitor to an IBM or you need to use the supplied adapter E compatible PC using the 15 pin mini (see page 11). H Check...
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ViewSonic P7770 Installation 11 Front View with Front View with Shielding Door CLOSED Shielding Door Open nnnnn~■ Example: To set up your monitor ON and start up the ...into the appropriate position. 4) Close the shielding door when finished. 5) Install the adapter in the Monitor Port on green, switch number 5 and 8 to the ON position. Macintosh Adapter Configurations Dip Switch...screws until snug. 7) Connect the Video Cable to the adapter. 8) Repeat step #6 until the monitor cable thumb screws are snug. 9) Turn your Macintosh. All other switches should be OFF. Directions for...
ViewSonic P7770 Installation 11 Front View with Front View with Shielding Door CLOSED Shielding Door Open nnnnn~■ Example: To set up your monitor ON and start up the ...into the appropriate position. 4) Close the shielding door when finished. 5) Install the adapter in the Monitor Port on green, switch number 5 and 8 to the ON position. Macintosh Adapter Configurations Dip Switch...screws until snug. 7) Connect the Video Cable to the adapter. 8) Repeat step #6 until the monitor cable thumb screws are snug. 9) Turn your Macintosh. All other switches should be OFF. Directions for...
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... will change from your monitor and computer for a long time, turn off the Main Power Switch on the rear of time. (If you can use the Soft Power Button. ViewSonic PT770 Operation 13 In power down mode. In active mode, the screen image is displayed and the Power LED is... handy if you are going to be away from your monitor in power down mode. It is green. OPERATION Monitor Controls 1 I ViewSonic 5 Recall Button 6 Auto-Adjust...
... will change from your monitor and computer for a long time, turn off the Main Power Switch on the rear of time. (If you can use the Soft Power Button. ViewSonic PT770 Operation 13 In power down mode. In active mode, the screen image is displayed and the Power LED is... handy if you are going to be away from your monitor in power down mode. It is green. OPERATION Monitor Controls 1 I ViewSonic 5 Recall Button 6 Auto-Adjust...
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...User modes that has the capability of running SAVE AS USER an extensive range of a factory E. DO NOT use the Hard Save I. When the monitor encounters a non-registered timing mode, the first line of a non-registered timing mode, you make adjustments to the screen size and position, and save...rates (video timing modes). To exit the User Mode Submenu, dial the adjustment wheel down to "User Mode: #". User Modes Save As User The ViewSonic PT770 is a user mode or a non-registered mode, the User Mode Submenu will appear. If you can save your adjustments to memory. If you ...
...User modes that has the capability of running SAVE AS USER an extensive range of a factory E. DO NOT use the Hard Save I. When the monitor encounters a non-registered timing mode, the first line of a non-registered timing mode, you make adjustments to the screen size and position, and save...rates (video timing modes). To exit the User Mode Submenu, dial the adjustment wheel down to "User Mode: #". User Modes Save As User The ViewSonic PT770 is a user mode or a non-registered mode, the User Mode Submenu will appear. If you can save your adjustments to memory. If you ...
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While the monitor is capable of this level of performance, not all video cards are capable of running at a number of standard resolutions. User Definable Timings Resolution Maximum G Refresh Rate L (Hz) 640 x 480 130 800 x 600 128 1024 x 768 101 1280 x 1024 77 1600 x 1200 66 ViewSonic P7770 Operation 23 Please see your video card user's guide to ensure compatibility. Timing Chart The following table lists the maximum refresh rates at which the ViewSonic PT770 will operate at these high refresh rates.
While the monitor is capable of this level of performance, not all video cards are capable of running at a number of standard resolutions. User Definable Timings Resolution Maximum G Refresh Rate L (Hz) 640 x 480 130 800 x 600 128 1024 x 768 101 1280 x 1024 77 1600 x 1200 66 ViewSonic P7770 Operation 23 Please see your video card user's guide to ensure compatibility. Timing Chart The following table lists the maximum refresh rates at which the ViewSonic PT770 will operate at these high refresh rates.
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... the computer. So, for example,when you choose a resolution in Windows®, the monitor will simplify the monitor's set-up. Pfug & Play This monitor features the VESA® (Video Electronics Standards Association) DDCTM (display data channel) standard which allows the monitor to the card informing the card of the video card. DDC is a protocol which...
... the computer. So, for example,when you choose a resolution in Windows®, the monitor will simplify the monitor's set-up. Pfug & Play This monitor features the VESA® (Video Electronics Standards Association) DDCTM (display data channel) standard which allows the monitor to the card informing the card of the video card. DDC is a protocol which...
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State LED Power E On N Green Normal 0 Standby Orange In order for the monitor's power saving feature to function, the video board or computer must also meet VESA DPMS standards. Power Management System This monitor meets VESA® DPMS'" (Display Power Management Signalling) standards.
State LED Power E On N Green Normal 0 Standby Orange In order for the monitor's power saving feature to function, the video board or computer must also meet VESA DPMS standards. Power Management System This monitor meets VESA® DPMS'" (Display Power Management Signalling) standards.
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... Turn on ? Adjust brightness and contrast. Possible Cause... Remedy... Connect signal cable properly. Cont.., ViewSonic PT770 Troubleshooting 27 Connect power cord. Display image is too large or small Horizontal control needs adjusting? S H Problem... No picture Power cord...dark Brightness and contrast at L 1-800-888-8583 (for quick solutions to video card. 4 TROUBLESHOOTING If your ViewSonic PT770 monitor is not performing properly, use the following troubleshooting chart for U.S. Vertical control needs adjusting? Rear power switch on...
... Turn on ? Adjust brightness and contrast. Possible Cause... Remedy... Connect signal cable properly. Cont.., ViewSonic PT770 Troubleshooting 27 Connect power cord. Display image is too large or small Horizontal control needs adjusting? S H Problem... No picture Power cord...dark Brightness and contrast at L 1-800-888-8583 (for quick solutions to video card. 4 TROUBLESHOOTING If your ViewSonic PT770 monitor is not performing properly, use the following troubleshooting chart for U.S. Vertical control needs adjusting? Rear power switch on...
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... assignments incorrect? Image is abnormal Magnetic object nearby? Signal cable properly connected? Face monitor east for best image quality. 2 8 Troubleshooting ViewSonic PT770 Connect signal cable properly. Reorient object or monitor. Use correct signal connector. Connect signal cable properly. Misalignment of the RGB displayed video Remedy... L Signal cable properly connected? Adjust the Horizontal Convergence & Vertical Convergence...
... assignments incorrect? Image is abnormal Magnetic object nearby? Signal cable properly connected? Face monitor east for best image quality. 2 8 Troubleshooting ViewSonic PT770 Connect signal cable properly. Reorient object or monitor. Use correct signal connector. Connect signal cable properly. Misalignment of the RGB displayed video Remedy... L Signal cable properly connected? Adjust the Horizontal Convergence & Vertical Convergence...
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...or foul odor is clean and moisture free. • Keep the monitor away from magnets, CJ motors, transformers, speakers, and • televisions. Monitor H G should be facing away from the monitor. Do not place anything on the cable --- ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Helpful Hints... • Avoid exposing monitor to allow adequate dissipation of the monitor. • Ensure the monitor area is present, immediately switch monitor off...
...or foul odor is clean and moisture free. • Keep the monitor away from magnets, CJ motors, transformers, speakers, and • televisions. Monitor H G should be facing away from the monitor. Do not place anything on the cable --- ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Helpful Hints... • Avoid exposing monitor to allow adequate dissipation of the monitor. • Ensure the monitor area is present, immediately switch monitor off...
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Care of Your Monitor • Use only non-ammonia glass cleaner on the monitor. N G • Always handle your monitor with care when moving it. 30 AdditionalInformation ViewSonic P7770 Do not use a neutral, non-abrasive detergent. E • Avoid spilling liquid on the monitor screen. • Use only a soft, dry cloth to clean the display case. If the plastic is very dirty, use an alcohol based cleaner or polish.
Care of Your Monitor • Use only non-ammonia glass cleaner on the monitor. N G • Always handle your monitor with care when moving it. 30 AdditionalInformation ViewSonic P7770 Do not use a neutral, non-abrasive detergent. E • Avoid spilling liquid on the monitor screen. • Use only a soft, dry cloth to clean the display case. If the plastic is very dirty, use an alcohol based cleaner or polish.