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Contents For Your Records ...2 Getting Started Package Contents ...3 Precautions ...3 Quick Installation ...4 Installation of Wall Mount (Optional) ...5 LCD Screen Protector (Optional) ...5 Landscape/Portrait Modes ...6 To Raise and Lower the Display ...6 E N G L I S H Using the ViewPanel Setting the Timing Mode ...7 Adjusting the Screen Image ...8 Other Information Specifications ...13 Troubleshooting...14 Customer Support ...15 Cleaning the ViewPanel ...16 Limited Warranty ...17 Appendix Power Cord Safety Guidelines ...18 FCC Information ...19 CE Conformity ...19 ViewSonic VG175 1
Contents For Your Records ...2 Getting Started Package Contents ...3 Precautions ...3 Quick Installation ...4 Installation of Wall Mount (Optional) ...5 LCD Screen Protector (Optional) ...5 Landscape/Portrait Modes ...6 To Raise and Lower the Display ...6 E N G L I S H Using the ViewPanel Setting the Timing Mode ...7 Adjusting the Screen Image ...8 Other Information Specifications ...13 Troubleshooting...14 Customer Support ...15 Cleaning the ViewPanel ...16 Limited Warranty ...17 Appendix Power Cord Safety Guidelines ...18 FCC Information ...19 CE Conformity ...19 ViewSonic VG175 1
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...becomes available, please register your ViewPanel's warranty on the Internet at: http://www.viewsonic.com For Your Records Product Name: Model Number: Document Number: Serial Number: Purchase Date: VG175 VLCDS21833-1 VG175_UG-47_1b _____ _____ 2 ViewSonic VG175 In the interest of the ...U.S. VESA is a registered trademark of continuing product improvement, ViewSonic Corporation reserves the right to receive any purpose without notice...
...becomes available, please register your ViewPanel's warranty on the Internet at: http://www.viewsonic.com For Your Records Product Name: Model Number: Document Number: Serial Number: Purchase Date: VG175 VLCDS21833-1 VG175_UG-47_1b _____ _____ 2 ViewSonic VG175 In the interest of the ...U.S. VESA is a registered trademark of continuing product improvement, ViewSonic Corporation reserves the right to receive any purpose without notice...
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... from the skin are difficult to direct sunlight or another heat source. The ViewPanel contains high-voltage parts. The ViewPanel should be facing away from the ViewPanel. • AVOID TOUCHING THE SCREEN WITH YOUR FINGERS. ViewSonic VG175 3 Package Contents Your VG175 package includes: • VG175 ViewPanel with video cable • Setup Guide • Power cords • Video cable...
... from the skin are difficult to direct sunlight or another heat source. The ViewPanel contains high-voltage parts. The ViewPanel should be facing away from the ViewPanel. • AVOID TOUCHING THE SCREEN WITH YOUR FINGERS. ViewSonic VG175 3 Package Contents Your VG175 package includes: • VG175 ViewPanel with video cable • Setup Guide • Power cords • Video cable...
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To order a ViewSonic® Macintosh adapter contact ViewSonic. This sequence (ViewPanel before computer) is complete. Power cord with adapter to wall plug Video cable to install the ViewSonic VG175 INF file. NOTE: If your computer does not... have a CD-ROM drive, see Customer Support in this point Windows® 95, 98, and 2000 users may receive a message asking them to computer 4 ViewSonic VG175...
To order a ViewSonic® Macintosh adapter contact ViewSonic. This sequence (ViewPanel before computer) is complete. Power cord with adapter to wall plug Video cable to install the ViewSonic VG175 INF file. NOTE: If your computer does not... have a CD-ROM drive, see Customer Support in this point Windows® 95, 98, and 2000 users may receive a message asking them to computer 4 ViewSonic VG175...
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... cover from scratches. Remove (4) screws The holes are threaded for more information. Contact ViewSonic Customer Support for wall mount LCD Screen Protector (Optional) Special slots have been added to the front panel of the ViewPanel E N G L I S H 3 4 5 Disconnect Power. ViewSonic VG175 5 Attach the ViewPanel to the wall using the wall mounting kit and instructions. Remove the (4) screws. This...
... cover from scratches. Remove (4) screws The holes are threaded for more information. Contact ViewSonic Customer Support for wall mount LCD Screen Protector (Optional) Special slots have been added to the front panel of the ViewPanel E N G L I S H 3 4 5 Disconnect Power. ViewSonic VG175 5 Attach the ViewPanel to the wall using the wall mounting kit and instructions. Remove the (4) screws. This...
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... AGP graphics (video) cards. Lower the display Raise the display 6 ViewSonic VG175 PerfectPortrait software is compatible with your personal preference. As you to tilt the bottom away from landscape (default) to the ViewSonic website at www.viewsonic.com. Pull the bottom of the ViewPanel toward you face the front of the display, grasp each side...
... AGP graphics (video) cards. Lower the display Raise the display 6 ViewSonic VG175 PerfectPortrait software is compatible with your personal preference. As you to tilt the bottom away from landscape (default) to the ViewSonic website at www.viewsonic.com. Pull the bottom of the ViewPanel toward you face the front of the display, grasp each side...
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... set the graphics card in permanent damage to adjust the screen image. The recommended timing mode for this ViewPanel is important for instructions. ViewSonic VG175 7 Doing so may result in your computer to exceed the maximum refresh rate of the resolution (example ...1280 x 1024) and refresh rate (or vertical frequency--example 60 Hz). Using the ViewPanel Setting the Timing Mode Setting the timing mode is : VESA® 1280 x...
... set the graphics card in permanent damage to adjust the screen image. The recommended timing mode for this ViewPanel is important for instructions. ViewSonic VG175 7 Doing so may result in your computer to exceed the maximum refresh rate of the resolution (example ...1280 x 1024) and refresh rate (or vertical frequency--example 60 Hz). Using the ViewPanel Setting the Timing Mode Setting the timing mode is : VESA® 1280 x...
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... will be used with the ViewPanel. H Position (Horizontal Position) moves the screen image to the left or to activate. Fine Tune sharpens the focus by aligning the illuminated text or graphic characters. Press button [2] to the right. ViewSonic VG175 11 V Position (Vertical Position...) moves the screen image up or down. Note: Windows users start from the Windows desktop. Control Explanation LCD Adjust positions and fine tunes the onscreen image. Auto Sync ...
... will be used with the ViewPanel. H Position (Horizontal Position) moves the screen image to the left or to activate. Fine Tune sharpens the focus by aligning the illuminated text or graphic characters. Press button [2] to the right. ViewSonic VG175 11 V Position (Vertical Position...) moves the screen image up or down. Note: Windows users start from the Windows desktop. Control Explanation LCD Adjust positions and fine tunes the onscreen image. Auto Sync ...
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Other Information Specifications LCD Type Color Filter Glass surface 17.4" (full 17.4" viewable diagonal area), TFT (Thin Film Transistor), Active Matrix LCD, 0.27 mm pixel pitch RGB vertical stripe Anti-Glare 160° 160° RGB analog (0.7/1.0 Vp-p, 75 ...area Operating conditions Storage conditions Dimensions Weight Regulations Voltage Consumption Full Scan Temperature Humidity Temperature Humidity Physical (ViewPanel®) Net 81-264 VAC (Universal) via external DC Converter Brick 65 W (max) 345.6 mm (H) x 276.5 mm (V) 17.4" Diagonal 32° F to + 104° F (0° C to + 40°...
Other Information Specifications LCD Type Color Filter Glass surface 17.4" (full 17.4" viewable diagonal area), TFT (Thin Film Transistor), Active Matrix LCD, 0.27 mm pixel pitch RGB vertical stripe Anti-Glare 160° 160° RGB analog (0.7/1.0 Vp-p, 75 ...area Operating conditions Storage conditions Dimensions Weight Regulations Voltage Consumption Full Scan Temperature Humidity Temperature Humidity Physical (ViewPanel®) Net 81-264 VAC (Universal) via external DC Converter Brick 65 W (max) 345.6 mm (H) x 276.5 mm (V) 17.4" Diagonal 32° F to + 104° F (0° C to + 40°...
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.... Control buttons do not work • Press only one button at a time. 14 ViewSonic VG175 If the other end of the computer. Loose or broken pins in the cable connector could cause an improper connection. • Connect the ViewPanel to another power source, graphics card, or computer system. • Connect the video cable...
.... Control buttons do not work • Press only one button at a time. 14 ViewSonic VG175 If the other end of the computer. Loose or broken pins in the cable connector could cause an improper connection. • Connect the ViewPanel to another power source, graphics card, or computer system. • Connect the video cable...
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... been reported to damage the screen and/or case of any ammonia or alcohol-based cleaners. 16 ViewSonic VG175 ViewSonic will not be liable for damage resulting from use of the ViewPanel. Cleaning the ViewPanel E N G L I S H • MAKE SURE THE ViewPanel® IS TURNED OFF. • NEVER SPRAY OR POUR ANY LIQUID DIRECTLY ONTO THE SCREEN OR...
... been reported to damage the screen and/or case of any ammonia or alcohol-based cleaners. 16 ViewSonic VG175 ViewSonic will not be liable for damage resulting from use of the ViewPanel. Cleaning the ViewPanel E N G L I S H • MAKE SURE THE ViewPanel® IS TURNED OFF. • NEVER SPRAY OR POUR ANY LIQUID DIRECTLY ONTO THE SCREEN OR...
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...warranties and/or do not allow the exclusion of the U.S.A. ViewSonic LCD Warranty (V2.0) Release Date: 10-15-1999 Limited Warranty E N G L I S H ViewSonic VG175 17 VIEWSONIC LCD VIEWPANEL® What the warranty covers: ViewSonic® warrants its sole option, repair or replace the ...product with the product. Any product on ViewSonic products sold outside the U.S.A. Any damage of the product. 3. d....
...warranties and/or do not allow the exclusion of the U.S.A. ViewSonic LCD Warranty (V2.0) Release Date: 10-15-1999 Limited Warranty E N G L I S H ViewSonic VG175 17 VIEWSONIC LCD VIEWPANEL® What the warranty covers: ViewSonic® warrants its sole option, repair or replace the ...product with the product. Any product on ViewSonic products sold outside the U.S.A. Any damage of the product. 3. d....