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... our web site at http://www.viewsonic.com in English, or in specific languages using your product for future service. "Antes de operar su equipo lea cu idadosamente las instrucciones en este manual" Model No. VP3881 Display User Guide IMPORTANT: Please read this User Guide will describe your limited coverage from ViewSonic Corporation, which is also found on installing and using the Regional selection box in a safe...
... our web site at http://www.viewsonic.com in English, or in specific languages using your product for future service. "Antes de operar su equipo lea cu idadosamente las instrucciones en este manual" Model No. VP3881 Display User Guide IMPORTANT: Please read this User Guide will describe your limited coverage from ViewSonic Corporation, which is also found on installing and using the Regional selection box in a safe...
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... Installation 7 2-4. Driver Installation (Windows 10 Setup 20 3. Adjusting the Screen Image 21 3-1. Additional Software Installation (Optional 27 3-5. OSD Menu Introduction 31 4-1. Advanced Settings for Gamers 57 4-5. Power On 18 2-6. Monitor Optimization 25 3-3. OSD Menu Tree 31 4-2. Monitor Setting Management 58 5. Getting Started 4 2-1. Quick Installation 14 2-5. Using the Control Panel 21 3-2. Monitor Firmware Update (Optional 28 3-6. Specifications 60 6. Package Contents 5 2-2. Setting the Timing Mode 26 3-4. Colorbration (Optional 30 4. OSD...
... Installation 7 2-4. Driver Installation (Windows 10 Setup 20 3. Adjusting the Screen Image 21 3-1. Additional Software Installation (Optional 27 3-5. OSD Menu Introduction 31 4-1. Advanced Settings for Gamers 57 4-5. Power On 18 2-6. Monitor Optimization 25 3-3. OSD Menu Tree 31 4-2. Monitor Setting Management 58 5. Getting Started 4 2-1. Quick Installation 14 2-5. Using the Control Panel 21 3-2. Monitor Firmware Update (Optional 28 3-6. Specifications 60 6. Package Contents 5 2-2. Setting the Timing Mode 26 3-4. Colorbration (Optional 30 4. OSD...
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... wall-mounting kit. 12 Lay the display face down on a towel or blanket. 4. Remove the base. (Screws removal might be required.) 5. To convert your local dealer. Refer to the wall, following : 1. Attach the display to the instructions that the power button is turned Off, then disconnect the power cord. 3. To obtain a wall-mounting kit or height adjustment base, contact ViewSonic® or your display from the wall mounting kit using screws of the appropriate length. 6. Find VESA compatible wall-mounting...
... wall-mounting kit. 12 Lay the display face down on a towel or blanket. 4. Remove the base. (Screws removal might be required.) 5. To convert your local dealer. Refer to the wall, following : 1. Attach the display to the instructions that the power button is turned Off, then disconnect the power cord. 3. To obtain a wall-mounting kit or height adjustment base, contact ViewSonic® or your display from the wall mounting kit using screws of the appropriate length. 6. Find VESA compatible wall-mounting...
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Connect the video cable from the LCD monitor to the computer and plug the video cable into the adapter. Remove rear panel covers if necessary. 3. Attach the adapter to the computer. Quick Installation Connect Video Cable 1. DC In USB Up Stream HDMI Audio In USB Type C Audio Out USB Down Stream DisplayPort 14 Macintosh users: Models older than G3 require a Macintosh adapter. Make sure both the LCD monitor and computer are turned OFF. 2. 2-4. To order a ViewSonic® Macintosh adapter, contact ViewSonic Customer Support.
Connect the video cable from the LCD monitor to the computer and plug the video cable into the adapter. Remove rear panel covers if necessary. 3. Attach the adapter to the computer. Quick Installation Connect Video Cable 1. DC In USB Up Stream HDMI Audio In USB Type C Audio Out USB Down Stream DisplayPort 14 Macintosh users: Models older than G3 require a Macintosh adapter. Make sure both the LCD monitor and computer are turned OFF. 2. 2-4. To order a ViewSonic® Macintosh adapter, contact ViewSonic Customer Support.
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Or you can contact ViewSonic Customer Support to support power charging, USB Hub and Displayport video input. Type-C *This picture is for reference only 17 Some Type-C device and cable only support power charging and data transfer function. Please make sure your Type-C output device and cable support Video signal transmission. Type-C connection of specific VP series monitor Some specific models have Type-C port to order an Type-C Video cable.
Or you can contact ViewSonic Customer Support to support power charging, USB Hub and Displayport video input. Type-C *This picture is for reference only 17 Some Type-C device and cable only support power charging and data transfer function. Please make sure your Type-C output device and cable support Video signal transmission. Type-C connection of specific VP series monitor Some specific models have Type-C port to order an Type-C Video cable.
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... particular order (LCD monitor before computer) is important. If your computer does not have a CD-ROM drive, please refer to install the INF file. NOTE: Windows users may receive a message asking them to Customer Support page. Power On Turn On LCD Monitor and Computer Turn ON the LCD Monitor, then turn ON the computer. Windows Users: Set the Timing Mode For instructions on changing the resolution and refresh rate, see the graphics card's user guide. 18
... particular order (LCD monitor before computer) is important. If your computer does not have a CD-ROM drive, please refer to install the INF file. NOTE: Windows users may receive a message asking them to Customer Support page. Power On Turn On LCD Monitor and Computer Turn ON the LCD Monitor, then turn ON the computer. Windows Users: Set the Timing Mode For instructions on changing the resolution and refresh rate, see the graphics card's user guide. 18
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... daisy chain Setting 1. Input Source Auto detect function set to On *Highlight and select the DISPLAYPORT1.2 function VP3881 Input Select Audio Adjust ECO Mode DisplayPort 1.2 DDC/CI Save As All Recall View Mode Color Adjust Manual Image Adjust Setup Menu On Off 75% 1980 x 1080 @ 60Hz * Enable MST mode from graphic card (if required) * Link displays through DP and DP out as the examples below * Bandwidth up to Off VP3881 Input Select Audio Adjust ECO Mode DisplayPort 1.2 DDC...
... daisy chain Setting 1. Input Source Auto detect function set to On *Highlight and select the DISPLAYPORT1.2 function VP3881 Input Select Audio Adjust ECO Mode DisplayPort 1.2 DDC/CI Save As All Recall View Mode Color Adjust Manual Image Adjust Setup Menu On Off 75% 1980 x 1080 @ 60Hz * Enable MST mode from graphic card (if required) * Link displays through DP and DP out as the examples below * Bandwidth up to Off VP3881 Input Select Audio Adjust ECO Mode DisplayPort 1.2 DDC...
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... should auto- Driver Installation (Windows 10 Setup) In order to install the driver, first connect your monitor to detect the monitor for reference only If your PC has not auto-detected the monitor, but it then restart.your advanced settings. *This picture is for normal use, but is still functioning, you encounter additional problems or have questions, please contact Customer Support. 20 There you can verify your ViewSonic monitor...
... should auto- Driver Installation (Windows 10 Setup) In order to install the driver, first connect your monitor to detect the monitor for reference only If your PC has not auto-detected the monitor, but it then restart.your advanced settings. *This picture is for normal use, but is still functioning, you encounter additional problems or have questions, please contact Customer Support. 20 There you can verify your ViewSonic monitor...
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To find instructions on "changing the refresh rate", please refer to your LCD monitor). 3-2. Monitor Optimization • Adjust the computer's graphics card to support a recommended timing mode (refer to "Specifications" page for recommended resolution setting specific to the graphics card's user guide. 25
To find instructions on "changing the refresh rate", please refer to your LCD monitor). 3-2. Monitor Optimization • Adjust the computer's graphics card to support a recommended timing mode (refer to "Specifications" page for recommended resolution setting specific to the graphics card's user guide. 25
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... important for adjusting the resolution and refresh rate. If you with brilliant color and crisp text. example 60 Hz). Go to your computer or video card manufacturer to adjust the screen image. Contact your display resolution settings window (each operating system will provide you have a different process to get the best experience possible, with your monitor resolution to its native resolution to match your LCD monitor listed on the "Specification" page. This...
... important for adjusting the resolution and refresh rate. If you with brilliant color and crisp text. example 60 Hz). Go to your computer or video card manufacturer to adjust the screen image. Contact your display resolution settings window (each operating system will provide you have a different process to get the best experience possible, with your monitor resolution to its native resolution to match your LCD monitor listed on the "Specification" page. This...
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... file or .pkg file and follow the onscreen instructions to keep your monitor from http://color.viewsonic.com/support/software/ Step2. Step1. section C for your monitor updated with the latest firmware version. With the USB cable and firmware update tool, you can easily update your monitor USB upstream port has been connected to the PC USB downstream port. (Refer to 2-4. Monitor Firmware Update (Optional) For the best display performance and to resolve any time. M ake sure...
... file or .pkg file and follow the onscreen instructions to keep your monitor from http://color.viewsonic.com/support/software/ Step2. Step1. section C for your monitor updated with the latest firmware version. With the USB cable and firmware update tool, you can easily update your monitor USB upstream port has been connected to the PC USB downstream port. (Refer to 2-4. Monitor Firmware Update (Optional) For the best display performance and to resolve any time. M ake sure...
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Disconnecting the USB connection will auto detect and verify your monitor model and current firmware version. VP Series USB Firmware Update Tool v1.0 Model Name Model Name Current Firmware Current Firmware New Firmware New Firmware CheckSum CheckSum 0% Update EXIT(X) Note: The update procedure will take a few minutes, please do not turn off the power of your monitor firmware. Click Update to upgrade your PC and monitor. Step4. L aunch the Firmware Update Tool, the application will cause the update fail too. *This picture is for reference only 29
Disconnecting the USB connection will auto detect and verify your monitor model and current firmware version. VP Series USB Firmware Update Tool v1.0 Model Name Model Name Current Firmware Current Firmware New Firmware New Firmware CheckSum CheckSum 0% Update EXIT(X) Note: The update procedure will take a few minutes, please do not turn off the power of your monitor firmware. Click Update to upgrade your PC and monitor. Step4. L aunch the Firmware Update Tool, the application will cause the update fail too. *This picture is for reference only 29
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.... Blue light filter Adjusts the filter that blocks high-energy blue light for a safer experience for your monitor's available OSD menu items. Please refer to make the black blacker in a dark scene, and make the white whiter in this section indicate the entire OSD items of the screen image. 41 A Audio adjust Adjusts the volume, mutes the sound, or toggles between inputs if you have more than one source. Auto Detect The Auto-Detect...
.... Blue light filter Adjusts the filter that blocks high-energy blue light for a safer experience for your monitor's available OSD menu items. Please refer to make the black blacker in a dark scene, and make the white whiter in this section indicate the entire OSD items of the screen image. 41 A Audio adjust Adjusts the volume, mutes the sound, or toggles between inputs if you have more than one source. Auto Detect The Auto-Detect...
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... SECOM) TV Domain Native is a default color temperature. Color temperature Allows users to select specific color temperature settings to fit our users' needs. Contrast Adjusts the difference between the image background (black level) and the foreground (white level). C Color adjust Provides several color adjustment modes, to help adjust the color settings to further customize their viewing experience. sRGB EBU NATIVE Explanation Standard color space used for the windows system, digital cameras and the Internet. Color Format Adjusts the color range, allowing users to customize hue...
... SECOM) TV Domain Native is a default color temperature. Color temperature Allows users to select specific color temperature settings to fit our users' needs. Contrast Adjusts the difference between the image background (black level) and the foreground (white level). C Color adjust Provides several color adjustment modes, to help adjust the color settings to further customize their viewing experience. sRGB EBU NATIVE Explanation Standard color space used for the windows system, digital cameras and the Internet. Color Format Adjusts the color range, allowing users to customize hue...
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... settings, each color (red, green, blue, cyan, magenta and yellow). There are available for the best blend of each mode is 60 Hertz. H HUE Adjusts the hue of color and technology. I Information Displays the timing mode (video signal input) coming from the graphics card in the highlights and shadows can be seen.* *Only available on changing the resolution and refresh rate (vertical frequency). HDR10 (High-Dynamic-Range) Reduces the overall contrast of the monitor...
... settings, each color (red, green, blue, cyan, magenta and yellow). There are available for the best blend of each mode is 60 Hertz. H HUE Adjusts the hue of color and technology. I Information Displays the timing mode (video signal input) coming from the graphics card in the highlights and shadows can be seen.* *Only available on changing the resolution and refresh rate (vertical frequency). HDR10 (High-Dynamic-Range) Reduces the overall contrast of the monitor...
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... OSD can be used to control the white balance for red, green and blue. O Overscan Can be selected for specific monitor application. Offset Adjusts black levels for the upmost control when manipulating contrast and dark scenes. Set the OSD screen without pivot Set the OSD screen +90° pivot Set the OSD screen -90° pivot Set the OSD screen 180° pivot P Preset Color Mode Monitor comes with several display industry color standards. OSD Pivot Set monitor OSD screen display direction. Each color mode can auto pivot when positioned vertically...
... OSD can be used to control the white balance for red, green and blue. O Overscan Can be selected for specific monitor application. Offset Adjusts black levels for the upmost control when manipulating contrast and dark scenes. Set the OSD screen without pivot Set the OSD screen +90° pivot Set the OSD screen -90° pivot Set the OSD screen 180° pivot P Preset Color Mode Monitor comes with several display industry color standards. OSD Pivot Set monitor OSD screen display direction. Each color mode can auto pivot when positioned vertically...
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...menu. Sharpness Adjusts the sharpness and picture quality of each color (red, green, blue, cyan, magenta and yellow) 47 Recall Resets the Veiwmode monitor settings. Saturation Adjusts the color depth of the monitor. There are 3 main positions (USER MODE 1, USER MODE 2, USER MODE3), which allows users to reopen the menu. S Setup menu Adjusts On-screen Display (OSD) settings. Resolution notice The notice tells users that the current viewing resolution is located in the display settings window, when setting up the display resolution. Save as The OSD save their OSD settings...
...menu. Sharpness Adjusts the sharpness and picture quality of each color (red, green, blue, cyan, magenta and yellow) 47 Recall Resets the Veiwmode monitor settings. Saturation Adjusts the color depth of the monitor. There are 3 main positions (USER MODE 1, USER MODE 2, USER MODE3), which allows users to reopen the menu. S Setup menu Adjusts On-screen Display (OSD) settings. Resolution notice The notice tells users that the current viewing resolution is located in the display settings window, when setting up the display resolution. Save as The OSD save their OSD settings...
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... the OSD menu section above. Advanced Settings for your OSD Step 2: Select the "Manual Image Adjust" menu Step 3: Select the "Advanced Image Adjust" menu Step 4: Select Low Input Lag Under the low input lag submenu, you would like turn the Low Input Lag function off, select "Off" 2. Their functional use from the two options Off Advanced Ultra Fast If you can adjust the setting by using the arrow buttons, selecting a number...
... the OSD menu section above. Advanced Settings for your OSD Step 2: Select the "Manual Image Adjust" menu Step 3: Select the "Advanced Image Adjust" menu Step 4: Select Low Input Lag Under the low input lag submenu, you would like turn the Low Input Lag function off, select "Off" 2. Their functional use from the two options Off Advanced Ultra Fast If you can adjust the setting by using the arrow buttons, selecting a number...
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Auto Power Off Selecting Auto Power Off, allows the monitor to shut its power off after a certain amount of inactivity before the monitor goes on a reduced power mode. Sleep This setting allows users to choose between various modes, based on 'sleep mode' during this setting allows monitor control via the graphics card. 59 Eco Mode Allows users to adjust the time of time. The screen will be on power consumption. DDC/CI (Display Data Channel Command Interface) Activating this time.
Auto Power Off Selecting Auto Power Off, allows the monitor to shut its power off after a certain amount of inactivity before the monitor goes on a reduced power mode. Sleep This setting allows users to choose between various modes, based on 'sleep mode' during this setting allows monitor control via the graphics card. 59 Eco Mode Allows users to adjust the time of time. The screen will be on power consumption. DDC/CI (Display Data Channel Command Interface) Activating this time.
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... securely connected to the display. • Plug another computer. • If you need a Macintosh adapt Wrong or abnormal colors • If any colors (red, green, or blue) are missing, check the video cable to make sure it to verify that the outlet is supplying proper voltage. If the other end of the computer. Troubleshooting No power • Make sure the power button (or switch) is ON. • Make sure the A/C power cord is securely connected. 6.
... securely connected to the display. • Plug another computer. • If you need a Macintosh adapt Wrong or abnormal colors • If any colors (red, green, or blue) are missing, check the video cable to make sure it to verify that the outlet is supplying proper voltage. If the other end of the computer. Troubleshooting No power • Make sure the power button (or switch) is ON. • Make sure the A/C power cord is securely connected. 6.