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Contents Product Registration 2 For Your Records 2 Getting Started Package Contents 3 Precautions 3 Quick Installation 4 Landscape/Portrait Modes 5 To Raise and Lower the display 5 Installation of Wall Mount (Optional 6 Using the ViewPanel Setting the Timing Mode 7 OSD and Power Button Lock Modes 7 Adjusting the Screen Image 8 Other Information Specifications 15 Troubleshooting 16 Customer Support 17 Cleaning the ViewPanel 18 Limited Warranty 19 Appendix Safety Guidelines 20 Compliance Information 21 CE Conformity 21 ViewSonic VG191/VG191b 1
Contents Product Registration 2 For Your Records 2 Getting Started Package Contents 3 Precautions 3 Quick Installation 4 Landscape/Portrait Modes 5 To Raise and Lower the display 5 Installation of Wall Mount (Optional 6 Using the ViewPanel Setting the Timing Mode 7 OSD and Power Button Lock Modes 7 Adjusting the Screen Image 8 Other Information Specifications 15 Troubleshooting 16 Customer Support 17 Cleaning the ViewPanel 18 Limited Warranty 19 Appendix Safety Guidelines 20 Compliance Information 21 CE Conformity 21 ViewSonic VG191/VG191b 1
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... Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). For Your Records Product Name: Model Number: Document Number: Serial Number: Purchase Date: ViewSonic VG191/VG191b VLCDS23433-1 VG191/VG191b-1_UG_423 Product disposal at end of product life ViewSonic is a registered trademark of the Video Electronics Standards Association. Macintosh and Power Macintosh are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in this document...
... Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). For Your Records Product Name: Model Number: Document Number: Serial Number: Purchase Date: ViewSonic VG191/VG191b VLCDS23433-1 VG191/VG191b-1_UG_423 Product disposal at end of product life ViewSonic is a registered trademark of the Video Electronics Standards Association. Macintosh and Power Macintosh are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in this document...
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...-ventilated area. You may be used with computers with care when moving it. • Place your ViewPanel. • Avoid touching the screen. ViewSonic VG191/VG191b 3 NOTE: The word "Windows" refers to be seriously injured if you touch them. • Avoid exposing your ViewPanel to reduce glare.... • Always handle your ViewPanel with DVI video cards) • AC/DC Adapter • ViewSonic Wizard CD-ROM (includes user guide PDF and INF/ICM display optimization files) Precautions • Sit at least 18" from direct sunlight to...
...-ventilated area. You may be used with computers with care when moving it. • Place your ViewPanel. • Avoid touching the screen. ViewSonic VG191/VG191b 3 NOTE: The word "Windows" refers to be seriously injured if you touch them. • Avoid exposing your ViewPanel to reduce glare.... • Always handle your ViewPanel with DVI video cards) • AC/DC Adapter • ViewSonic Wizard CD-ROM (includes user guide PDF and INF/ICM display optimization files) Precautions • Sit at least 18" from direct sunlight to...
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... 1280 X 1024 @ 60 Hz. Installation is important. Enjoy your computer does not have a CD-ROM drive, see the graphic card's user guide. The ViewSonic Wizard CD-ROM also provides an opportunity for your computer's CD-ROM drive. For instructions on page 2. (See back of the ViewPanel for you to..., then turn ON the computer. DC IN Port Analog Input Port AC/DC Adapter with power cord AC outlet (wall socket) Video Cable 4 ViewSonic VG191/VG191b DVI Input Both analog and digital ports are turned OFF. • Remove the lower back cover and lift up the upper back cover. ...
... 1280 X 1024 @ 60 Hz. Installation is important. Enjoy your computer does not have a CD-ROM drive, see the graphic card's user guide. The ViewSonic Wizard CD-ROM also provides an opportunity for your computer's CD-ROM drive. For instructions on page 2. (See back of the ViewPanel for you to..., then turn ON the computer. DC IN Port Analog Input Port AC/DC Adapter with power cord AC outlet (wall socket) Video Cable 4 ViewSonic VG191/VG191b DVI Input Both analog and digital ports are turned OFF. • Remove the lower back cover and lift up the upper back cover. ...
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... software. Landscape Portrait Note: Before using the portrait display mode, first install the Perfect PortraitTM software included with most PCI and AGP graphics (video) cards. ViewSonic VG191/VG191b 5 The panel should move easily. Landscape/Portrait Modes The VG191/VG191b ViewPanel can easily raise and lower the display panel (the head) manually.
... software. Landscape Portrait Note: Before using the portrait display mode, first install the Perfect PortraitTM software included with most PCI and AGP graphics (video) cards. ViewSonic VG191/VG191b 5 The panel should move easily. Landscape/Portrait Modes The VG191/VG191b ViewPanel can easily raise and lower the display panel (the head) manually.
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Refer to a wall-mounted display, do the following the instructions in the wall-mounting kit. 6 ViewSonic VG191/VG191b Let the plate hang on the neck of the ViewPanel as shown on a towel or blanket. 3 Pull the back plate away from a desk-mounted ..., following : Remove four screws 1 Disconnect Power. 2 Lay the ViewPanel face down on the left. Installation of Wall Mount (Optional) To obtain a wall-mounting kit, contact ViewSonic or your ViewPanel from the head of the ViewPanel.
Refer to a wall-mounted display, do the following the instructions in the wall-mounting kit. 6 ViewSonic VG191/VG191b Let the plate hang on the neck of the ViewPanel as shown on a towel or blanket. 3 Pull the back plate away from a desk-mounted ..., following : Remove four screws 1 Disconnect Power. 2 Lay the ViewPanel face down on the left. Installation of Wall Mount (Optional) To obtain a wall-mounting kit, contact ViewSonic or your ViewPanel from the head of the ViewPanel.
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... This mode locks the power of the ViewPanel in this mode, press and hold both the [1] button and the M (down -arrow) button for 10 seconds. ViewSonic VG191/VG191b 7 For the best picture quality set your ViewPanel: VESA® 1280 x 1024 @ 60 Hz To set the Timing Mode: 1 Set the resolution: Right-click...
... This mode locks the power of the ViewPanel in this mode, press and hold both the [1] button and the M (down -arrow) button for 10 seconds. ViewSonic VG191/VG191b 7 For the best picture quality set your ViewPanel: VESA® 1280 x 1024 @ 60 Hz To set the Timing Mode: 1 Set the resolution: Right-click...
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... exits the Main Menu. The status line at the top of the next page and are explained at the bottom of controls on some screens. 8 ViewSonic VG191/VG191b Button [2] displays the control screen for a selected control.
... exits the Main Menu. The status line at the top of the next page and are explained at the bottom of controls on some screens. 8 ViewSonic VG191/VG191b Button [2] displays the control screen for a selected control.
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... page 13. 2 To highlight a control you optimize your display: • Adjust your computer's graphic card so that the screen image looks focused, crisp, and sharp. ViewSonic VG191/VG191b 9 NOTE: All OnView menus and adjustment screens disappear automatically after about 15 seconds. The following to adjust the screen image: 1 To display the Main...
... page 13. 2 To highlight a control you optimize your display: • Adjust your computer's graphic card so that the screen image looks focused, crisp, and sharp. ViewSonic VG191/VG191b 9 NOTE: All OnView menus and adjustment screens disappear automatically after about 15 seconds. The following to adjust the screen image: 1 To display the Main...
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..., press button [2] to eliminate waviness and distortion. On-screen display will show Input Analog or Input Digital, depending upon the currently selected input source. 10 ViewSonic VG191/VG191b Control Explanation AUTO IMAGE ADJUST automatically sizes, centers, autocontrasts and fine tunes the video signal to bypass the Main Menu and switch ports. Brightness...
..., press button [2] to eliminate waviness and distortion. On-screen display will show Input Analog or Input Digital, depending upon the currently selected input source. 10 ViewSonic VG191/VG191b Control Explanation AUTO IMAGE ADJUST automatically sizes, centers, autocontrasts and fine tunes the video signal to bypass the Main Menu and switch ports. Brightness...
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See your computer, the LCD model number, the serial number, and the ViewSonic website URL. When you to adjust red (R), green (G), and blue (B) individually. 9300K - for instructions on changing the resolution and refresh rate (vertical frequency). for red, ... temperatures and RGB which allows you are finished making all color adjustments, press button [1] twice. User Color - Individual adjustments for a warmer, more blue image. 6500K - ViewSonic VG191/VG191b 11
See your computer, the LCD model number, the serial number, and the ViewSonic website URL. When you to adjust red (R), green (G), and blue (B) individually. 9300K - for instructions on changing the resolution and refresh rate (vertical frequency). for red, ... temperatures and RGB which allows you are finished making all color adjustments, press button [1] twice. User Color - Individual adjustments for a warmer, more blue image. 6500K - ViewSonic VG191/VG191b 11
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... image to the left or to the right. FINE TUNE eliminates any remaining video artifacts such as noise banding, out-of the screen image. 12 ViewSonic VG191/VG191b NOTE: Try the Auto Image Adjust (see page 10) before using the Fine Tune control. H/V POSITION adjusts horizontal and vertical position of computer that...
... image to the left or to the right. FINE TUNE eliminates any remaining video artifacts such as noise banding, out-of the screen image. 12 ViewSonic VG191/VG191b NOTE: Try the Auto Image Adjust (see page 10) before using the Fine Tune control. H/V POSITION adjusts horizontal and vertical position of computer that...
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RESOLUTION NOTICE displays the following menu . NOTE: See page 7 Setting the Timing Mode for the menu(s) and control screens: English, French, German, Italian, and Spanish. ViewSonic VG191/VG191b 13 OSD POSITION allows you to move the on -screen display screen is not pushed within 15 seconds, the display screen disappears. For example, ...
RESOLUTION NOTICE displays the following menu . NOTE: See page 7 Setting the Timing Mode for the menu(s) and control screens: English, French, German, Italian, and Spanish. ViewSonic VG191/VG191b 13 OSD POSITION allows you to move the on -screen display screen is not pushed within 15 seconds, the display screen disappears. For example, ...
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Control Explanation BACKGROUND allows the simultaneous viewing of open software applications, or Windows desktop, while adjustments are made to the original factory settings if the display is operating in a factory Preset Timing Mode listed in this user guide. 14 ViewSonic VG191/VG191b MEMORY RECALL returns adjustments to the OnView ViewPanel controls.
Control Explanation BACKGROUND allows the simultaneous viewing of open software applications, or Windows desktop, while adjustments are made to the original factory settings if the display is operating in a factory Preset Timing Mode listed in this user guide. 14 ViewSonic VG191/VG191b MEMORY RECALL returns adjustments to the OnView ViewPanel controls.
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... Height 460 mm (W) x 522 mm (H) x 238.5 mm (D) 18.1" (W) x 20.6" (H) x 9.4" (D) 462 mm (H) Weight Net 9 kg (19.8 lbs) ViewPanel only Regulations2 UL, FCC-B, C -UL, CB, CE, TCO99 (VG191), TCO95 (VG191B), TUV/GS, NEMKO, SEMKO, DEMKO, FEMKO, PSB, PCBC, EPA, E2000, BSMI, VCCI, TUV/ Ergo, GOST-R + Hygienic, NOM, C-Tick, CCIB, CCEE Power saving modes...
... Height 460 mm (W) x 522 mm (H) x 238.5 mm (D) 18.1" (W) x 20.6" (H) x 9.4" (D) 462 mm (H) Weight Net 9 kg (19.8 lbs) ViewPanel only Regulations2 UL, FCC-B, C -UL, CB, CE, TCO99 (VG191), TCO95 (VG191B), TUV/GS, NEMKO, SEMKO, DEMKO, FEMKO, PSB, PCBC, EPA, E2000, BSMI, VCCI, TUV/ Ergo, GOST-R + Hygienic, NOM, C-Tick, CCIB, CCEE Power saving modes...
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... outlet to verify that the outlet is : 1280 x 1024 @60 Hz) select sharpness control in Manual Image Adjust submenu to improve text readability. 16 ViewSonic VG191/VG191b Control buttons do not work • Press only one button at a time. Wrong or abnormal colors • If any colors (red, green,...ViewPanel. • Adjust brightness and contrast. • If you are using an Macintosh older than G3, you have an older graphics card, contact ViewSonic® for a non-DDC adapter. If the other end of the video cable is not attached permanently to the ViewPanel, tightly secure it is ...
... outlet to verify that the outlet is : 1280 x 1024 @60 Hz) select sharpness control in Manual Image Adjust submenu to improve text readability. 16 ViewSonic VG191/VG191b Control buttons do not work • Press only one button at a time. Wrong or abnormal colors • If any colors (red, green,...ViewPanel. • Adjust brightness and contrast. • If you are using an Macintosh older than G3, you have an older graphics card, contact ViewSonic® for a non-DDC adapter. If the other end of the video cable is not attached permanently to the ViewPanel, tightly secure it is ...
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...@ F: +61 2 9929 8393 viewsonic.com Singapore/ Southeast Asia viewsonic.com.sg T: 65 2734018 F: 65 2731566 service.sg@ viewsonic.com Other Asia/Pacific viewsonic.com.tw countries and Indian Peninsula 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 VG191/VG191b 17 NOTE...
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... a soft, dry cloth. 2 If still not clean, apply a small amount of the ViewPanel. ViewSonic will not be liable for damage resulting from use of any ammonia or alcohol-based cleaners. 18 ViewSonic VG191/VG191b Some chemical cleaners have been reported to damage the screen and/or case of a non-ammonia...other particles. 2 If still not clean, apply a small amount of any ammonia or alcohol-based cleaners on the ViewPanel screen or case. Disclaimer ViewSonic® does not recommend the use of non-ammonia, non-alcohol based glass cleaner onto a clean, soft, lint-free cloth, and wipe the ...
... a soft, dry cloth. 2 If still not clean, apply a small amount of the ViewPanel. ViewSonic will not be liable for damage resulting from use of any ammonia or alcohol-based cleaners. 18 ViewSonic VG191/VG191b Some chemical cleaners have been reported to damage the screen and/or case of a non-ammonia...other particles. 2 If still not clean, apply a small amount of any ammonia or alcohol-based cleaners on the ViewPanel screen or case. Disclaimer ViewSonic® does not recommend the use of non-ammonia, non-alcohol based glass cleaner onto a clean, soft, lint-free cloth, and wipe the ...
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..., and (e) the serial number of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitations and exclusions may not apply to a product defect. 3. ViewSonic LCD Warranty (V2.0) Release Date: 10-15-1999 ViewSonic VG191/VG191b 19 Replacement product or parts may also have other acts of nature, unauthorized product modification, or failure to be required...
..., and (e) the serial number of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitations and exclusions may not apply to a product defect. 3. ViewSonic LCD Warranty (V2.0) Release Date: 10-15-1999 ViewSonic VG191/VG191b 19 Replacement product or parts may also have other acts of nature, unauthorized product modification, or failure to be required...
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... Countries In Europe you must use a cord set for this appliance do not correspond with the dealer from whom you have purchased the product. 20 ViewSonic VG191/VG191b CAUTION: Use a power cable that is certified for your unit. SEV Britain BASE/BS Japan Electric Appliance Control Act IMPORTANT NOTICE CONCERNING POWER CORD...
... Countries In Europe you must use a cord set for this appliance do not correspond with the dealer from whom you have purchased the product. 20 ViewSonic VG191/VG191b CAUTION: Use a power cable that is certified for your unit. SEV Britain BASE/BS Japan Electric Appliance Control Act IMPORTANT NOTICE CONCERNING POWER CORD...