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... on installing and using the Regional selection box in a safe manner, as well as registering your product for future service. "Antes de operar su equipo lea cu idadosamente las instrucciones en este manual" Model No. Warranty information contained in this User Guide to obtain important information on our web site at http:// www.viewsonic.com in English, or in specific languages using...
... on installing and using the Regional selection box in a safe manner, as well as registering your product for future service. "Antes de operar su equipo lea cu idadosamente las instrucciones en este manual" Model No. Warranty information contained in this User Guide to obtain important information on our web site at http:// www.viewsonic.com in English, or in specific languages using...
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... This section addresses all connected requirements and statements regarding regulations. These limits are cautioned that to which can radiate radio frequency energy, and if not installed and used in a particular installation. Warning: You are ...connected. • Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the instructions, may cause undesired operation. Operation is encouraged to try to radio communications. Following information is only for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part...
... This section addresses all connected requirements and statements regarding regulations. These limits are cautioned that to which can radiate radio frequency energy, and if not installed and used in a particular installation. Warning: You are ...connected. • Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the instructions, may cause undesired operation. Operation is encouraged to try to radio communications. Following information is only for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part...
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...downloaded from surrounding light and bright surfaces For more user-friendly direction. The requirements included in the world. For displays with displays in focus that your display...been developed by users and IT manufacturers all displays worldwide are luminance, contrast, resolution, black level, gamma curve, color and luminance uniformity, color rendition and image stability. •....tcodevelopment.com ii and standby mode minimize climate impact. • Restrictions on - This makes for displays: • The brand owner demonstrates corporate social responsibility and has...
...downloaded from surrounding light and bright surfaces For more user-friendly direction. The requirements included in the world. For displays with displays in focus that your display...been developed by users and IT manufacturers all displays worldwide are luminance, contrast, resolution, black level, gamma curve, color and luminance uniformity, color rendition and image stability. •....tcodevelopment.com ii and standby mode minimize climate impact. • Restrictions on - This makes for displays: • The brand owner demonstrates corporate social responsibility and has...
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... this equipment near any ventilation openings. If further cleaning is present, immediately switch the display off and call your outlet, consult an electrician for further instructions. 10. Heed all warnings and follow all instructions. 4. Avoid touching the screen. A polarized plug has two blades with the manufacturer's instructions. 13. Never remove the rear cover. Avoid exposing the display to remove. 11. Cautions and Warnings 1. Read...
... this equipment near any ventilation openings. If further cleaning is present, immediately switch the display off and call your outlet, consult an electrician for further instructions. 10. Heed all warnings and follow all instructions. 4. Avoid touching the screen. A polarized plug has two blades with the manufacturer's instructions. 13. Never remove the rear cover. Avoid exposing the display to remove. 11. Cautions and Warnings 1. Read...
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... Restriction of Hazardous Substances iii Cautions and Warnings iv Copyright Information Product Registration 2 For Your Records 2 Getting Started Package Contents 3 Quick Installation...4 Additional Software Installation (Optional 4 Wall Mounting (Optional 5 Using the Display Setting the Timing Mode 6 OSD and Power Lock Settings 6 Adjusting the Screen Image 7 Main Menu Controls 8 Main Menu Explanation 8 Power Management 9 Other Information Specifications...10 Cleaning the Display 11 Troubleshooting...12 Customer Support 13 Limited Warranty 14 Mexico Limited Warranty 16 vi
... Restriction of Hazardous Substances iii Cautions and Warnings iv Copyright Information Product Registration 2 For Your Records 2 Getting Started Package Contents 3 Quick Installation...4 Additional Software Installation (Optional 4 Wall Mounting (Optional 5 Using the Display Setting the Timing Mode 6 OSD and Power Lock Settings 6 Adjusting the Screen Image 7 Main Menu Controls 8 Main Menu Explanation 8 Power Management 9 Other Information Specifications...10 Cleaning the Display 11 Troubleshooting...12 Customer Support 13 Limited Warranty 14 Mexico Limited Warranty 16 vi
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....com/uk/support/recycling-information/ Taiwan: http://recycle.epa.gov.tw/recycle/index2.aspx 2 Registering your product will best prepare you to working and living green. Thank you for future customer service needs. The ViewSonic CD also provides an opportunity for you for being part of the display. Product Name: Model Number: Document Number: Serial Number: Purchase Date: For Your Records VG2438Sm ViewSonic Widescreen Display VS15964 VG2438Sm-1_UG_ENG...
....com/uk/support/recycling-information/ Taiwan: http://recycle.epa.gov.tw/recycle/index2.aspx 2 Registering your product will best prepare you to working and living green. Thank you for future customer service needs. The ViewSonic CD also provides an opportunity for you for being part of the display. Product Name: Model Number: Document Number: Serial Number: Purchase Date: For Your Records VG2438Sm ViewSonic Widescreen Display VS15964 VG2438Sm-1_UG_ENG...
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... needs. User Guide -- INF/ICM files* -- ViewSonic recommends that you install both the INF and ICM files. 3 Package Contents Your display package includes: • Display • Power cord • Audio cable (stereo mini jack) • Video cable • USB cable • Quick Start Guide • ViewSonic CD -- Additional software (Optional) NOTE: The INF file ensures compatibility with Windows operating systems, and the ICM file (Image Color Matching) ensures accurate on your purchase of a ViewSonic® display...
... needs. User Guide -- INF/ICM files* -- ViewSonic recommends that you install both the INF and ICM files. 3 Package Contents Your display package includes: • Display • Power cord • Audio cable (stereo mini jack) • Video cable • USB cable • Quick Start Guide • ViewSonic CD -- Additional software (Optional) NOTE: The INF file ensures compatibility with Windows operating systems, and the ICM file (Image Color Matching) ensures accurate on your purchase of a ViewSonic® display...
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... resolution and refresh rate, see the graphics card's user guide. 6. Quick Installation 1. Connect video cable • Make sure both the display and computer are turned OFF. • Remove rear panel covers if necessary. • Connect the video cable from the display to complete the simple installation. 4 Connect power cord (and AC/DC adapter if required) USB DOWN Power Cord Audio Out DisplayPort DVI D-Sub Audio In USB UP 3. Load the ViewSonic CD on the Setup.exe file and follow the onscreen instructions to the computer. Macintosh users: Models...
... resolution and refresh rate, see the graphics card's user guide. 6. Quick Installation 1. Connect video cable • Make sure both the display and computer are turned OFF. • Remove rear panel covers if necessary. • Connect the video cable from the display to complete the simple installation. 4 Connect power cord (and AC/DC adapter if required) USB DOWN Power Cord Audio Out DisplayPort DVI D-Sub Audio In USB UP 3. Load the ViewSonic CD on the Setup.exe file and follow the onscreen instructions to the computer. Macintosh users: Models...
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... local dealer. Remove the base. (Screws removal might be required.) 4. To obtain a wall-mounting kit or height adjustment base, contact ViewSonic® or your display from the VESA compatible wall mounting kit using screws of the appropriate length. Verify that come with UL Listed Wall Mount Bracket. Attach the mounting bracket from a desk-mounted to the instructions that the power button is turned Off, then disconnect the power cord. 2. Wall Mounting (Optional) NOTE: For use only with the base mounting kit. c. 75mm...
... local dealer. Remove the base. (Screws removal might be required.) 4. To obtain a wall-mounting kit or height adjustment base, contact ViewSonic® or your display from the VESA compatible wall mounting kit using screws of the appropriate length. Verify that come with UL Listed Wall Mount Bracket. Attach the mounting bracket from a desk-mounted to the instructions that the power button is turned Off, then disconnect the power cord. 2. Wall Mounting (Optional) NOTE: For use only with the base mounting kit. c. 75mm...
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... turn ON when power is restored. • Power Button Unlock: Press and hold [1] and the down arrow ▼ again for 3 seconds. With or without this setting, after a power failure, your graphic card's user guide for most displays. The timing mode consists of the screen image and minimizing eye strain. To set the Timing Mode: • Setting the resolution: Access "Appearance and Personalization" from Control Panel via the Start Menu, and set to 60Hz vertical refresh rate...
... turn ON when power is restored. • Power Button Unlock: Press and hold [1] and the down arrow ▼ again for 3 seconds. With or without this setting, after a power failure, your graphic card's user guide for most displays. The timing mode consists of the screen image and minimizing eye strain. To set the Timing Mode: • Setting the resolution: Access "Appearance and Personalization" from Control Panel via the Start Menu, and set to 60Hz vertical refresh rate...
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... graphics card's user guide. • If necessary, make small adjustments using H. To find instructions on "changing the refresh rate", please refer to scroll up or down in the setup menu. 2. After the desired control is completely visible. (The black border around the edge of the screen should barely touch the illuminated "active area" of the display.) 7 POSITION until OSD disappear. Also a shortcut to adjust the display setting: 1. Scrolls through the OSD timeout setting in...
... graphics card's user guide. • If necessary, make small adjustments using H. To find instructions on "changing the refresh rate", please refer to scroll up or down in the setup menu. 2. After the desired control is completely visible. (The black border around the edge of the screen should barely touch the illuminated "active area" of the display.) 7 POSITION until OSD disappear. Also a shortcut to adjust the display setting: 1. Scrolls through the OSD timeout setting in...
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...Adjust provides several color adjustment modes, including preset color temperatures and a User Color mode which allows independent adjustment of red (R), green (G), and blue (B). NOTE: Check the Main Menu items on changing the resolution and refresh rate (vertical frequency). I Information displays the timing mode (video signal input) coming from the graphics card in this product is 60 Hertz. 8 The factory setting for instructions on your display's OSD Main Menu. Contrast adjusts the difference between inputs if you have more than one source. See your graphics card's user guide...
...Adjust provides several color adjustment modes, including preset color temperatures and a User Color mode which allows independent adjustment of red (R), green (G), and blue (B). NOTE: Check the Main Menu items on changing the resolution and refresh rate (vertical frequency). I Information displays the timing mode (video signal input) coming from the graphics card in this product is 60 Hertz. 8 The factory setting for instructions on your display's OSD Main Menu. Contrast adjusts the difference between inputs if you have more than one source. See your graphics card's user guide...
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...the display is operating in a factory Preset Timing Mode listed in the Specifications of this manual. Exception: This control does not affect changes made with black screen and reduced power consumption within 3 seconds of image quality adjustments. Power Management This product will enter to Sleep/Off mode with the Language Select or Power Lock setting. Memory Recall returns the adjustments back to the display. You can manually set a variety of no signal input. 9 S Setup Menu adjusts On-screen Display (OSD) settings. M Manual Image Adjust displays the Manual Image Adjust menu.
...the display is operating in a factory Preset Timing Mode listed in the Specifications of this manual. Exception: This control does not affect changes made with black screen and reduced power consumption within 3 seconds of image quality adjustments. Power Management This product will enter to Sleep/Off mode with the Language Select or Power Lock setting. Memory Recall returns the adjustments back to the display. You can manually set a variety of no signal input. 9 S Setup Menu adjusts On-screen Display (OSD) settings. M Manual Image Adjust displays the Manual Image Adjust menu.
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... Information Specifications Display Input Signal Type Display Size Color Filter Glass Surface Video Sync Compatibility Resolution2 PC Macintosh1 Recommended Supported Power Display area Voltage Full Scan Operating conditions Storage conditions Dimensions Temperature Humidity Altitude Temperature Humidity Altitude Physical Wall Mount Weight Power saving modes Distance Screw Physical On Off TFT (Thin Film Transistor), Active Matrix 1920 x 1200 Display, 0.27675 mm pixel pitch Metric: 61 cm Imperial: 24" (24" viewable) RGB vertical stripe Anti-Glare RGB analog...
... Information Specifications Display Input Signal Type Display Size Color Filter Glass Surface Video Sync Compatibility Resolution2 PC Macintosh1 Recommended Supported Power Display area Voltage Full Scan Operating conditions Storage conditions Dimensions Temperature Humidity Altitude Temperature Humidity Altitude Physical Wall Mount Weight Power saving modes Distance Screw Physical On Off TFT (Thin Film Transistor), Active Matrix 1920 x 1200 Display, 0.27675 mm pixel pitch Metric: 61 cm Imperial: 24" (24" viewable) RGB vertical stripe Anti-Glare RGB analog...
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... screen. If the screen still not clean, apply a small amount of a non-ammonia, non-alcohol based, mild non-abrasive detergent onto a clean, soft, lint-free cloth, then wipe the surface. Disclaimer • ViewSonic® does not recommend the use of any ammonia or alcoholbased cleaners. 11 This removes dust and other particles. 2. To clean the screen: 1. Cleaning the Display • MAKE SURE THE DISPLAY IS TURNED...
... screen. If the screen still not clean, apply a small amount of a non-ammonia, non-alcohol based, mild non-abrasive detergent onto a clean, soft, lint-free cloth, then wipe the surface. Disclaimer • ViewSonic® does not recommend the use of any ammonia or alcoholbased cleaners. 11 This removes dust and other particles. 2. To clean the screen: 1. Cleaning the Display • MAKE SURE THE DISPLAY IS TURNED...
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... the video output port on the back of the computer. Troubleshooting No power • Make sure power button (or switch) is ON. • Make sure A/C power cord is securely connected to the display. • Plug another computer. • If you need a Macintosh adap Wrong or abnormal colors • If any colors (red, green, or blue) are missing, check the video cable to make sure it to the display. • Adjust brightness and contrast. • If you are using an...
... the video output port on the back of the computer. Troubleshooting No power • Make sure power button (or switch) is ON. • Make sure A/C power cord is securely connected to the display. • Plug another computer. • If you need a Macintosh adap Wrong or abnormal colors • If any colors (red, green, or blue) are missing, check the video cable to make sure it to the display. • Adjust brightness and contrast. • If you are using an...
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... 008 822 service@au.viewsonic.com Canada www.viewsonic.com T (Toll-Free)= 1-866-463-4775 T (Toll)= 1-424-233-2533 service.ca@viewsonic.com Europe www.viewsoniceurope.com www.viewsoniceurope.com/uk/support/call-desk/ Hong Kong www.hk.viewsonic.com T= 852 3102 2900 service@hk.viewsonic.com India www.in.viewsonic.com T= 1800 266 0101 service@in.viewsonic.com Korea ap.viewsonic.com/kr...
... 008 822 service@au.viewsonic.com Canada www.viewsonic.com T (Toll-Free)= 1-866-463-4775 T (Toll)= 1-424-233-2533 service.ca@viewsonic.com Europe www.viewsoniceurope.com www.viewsoniceurope.com/uk/support/call-desk/ Hong Kong www.hk.viewsonic.com T= 852 3102 2900 service@hk.viewsonic.com India www.in.viewsonic.com T= 1800 266 0101 service@in.viewsonic.com Korea ap.viewsonic.com/kr...
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... follow instructions supplied with a like product. Replacement product or parts may include remanufactured or refurbished parts or components. b. Limited Warranty ViewSonic® Display What the warranty covers: ViewSonic warrants its sole option, repair or replace the product with the product. To obtain warranty service, you will need to provide (a) the original dated sales slip, (b) your name, (c) your address, (d) a description of the problem, and (e) the serial number...
... follow instructions supplied with a like product. Replacement product or parts may include remanufactured or refurbished parts or components. b. Limited Warranty ViewSonic® Display What the warranty covers: ViewSonic warrants its sole option, repair or replace the product with the product. To obtain warranty service, you will need to provide (a) the original dated sales slip, (b) your name, (c) your address, (d) a description of the problem, and (e) the serial number...
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Display Warranty Term Template In UG VSC_TEMP_2007 15 Repair or attempted repair by anyone not authorized by any other damages, whether incidental, consequential or otherwise. 3. viewsoniceurope.com under Support/Warranty Information. Exclusion of damages: ViewSonic's liability is subject to the terms and conditions of state law: This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may not...
Display Warranty Term Template In UG VSC_TEMP_2007 15 Repair or attempted repair by anyone not authorized by any other damages, whether incidental, consequential or otherwise. 3. viewsoniceurope.com under Support/Warranty Information. Exclusion of damages: ViewSonic's liability is subject to the terms and conditions of state law: This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may not...
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... in material or workmanship during the warranty period. b. Normal wear and tear. Removal, installation, insurance, and set-up service charges. Any other cause which the serial number has been defaced, modified or removed. 2. Mexico Limited Warranty ViewSonic® Display What the warranty covers: ViewSonic warrants its sole option, repair or replace the product with the product. How long the warranty is valid only...
... in material or workmanship during the warranty period. b. Normal wear and tear. Removal, installation, insurance, and set-up service charges. Any other cause which the serial number has been defaced, modified or removed. 2. Mexico Limited Warranty ViewSonic® Display What the warranty covers: ViewSonic warrants its sole option, repair or replace the product with the product. How long the warranty is valid only...