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ViewSonic VPW4255 i Contents For Your Records...1 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 2 FEATURES ...4 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ...5 IMAGE RETENTION PREVENTION 10 COMPONENT NAMES ...11 Main Unit...11 Remote control ...12 Loading Batteries ...12 Handling the Remote Control ...12 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 13 Installation...13 Anti-tumble measures...13 Connecting to a PC ...14 Mounting the Speaker Unit ...15 Power......24 OTHER FEATURES ...24 Automatic Store ...24 Signal Check ...25 Power Save Mode...25 IMAGE RETENTION OF PLASMA DISPLAY 26 NOTES ...26 TROUBLESHOOTING ...27 Symptoms That Seemingly Appear to...
ViewSonic VPW4255 i Contents For Your Records...1 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 2 FEATURES ...4 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ...5 IMAGE RETENTION PREVENTION 10 COMPONENT NAMES ...11 Main Unit...11 Remote control ...12 Loading Batteries ...12 Handling the Remote Control ...12 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 13 Installation...13 Anti-tumble measures...13 Connecting to a PC ...14 Mounting the Speaker Unit ...15 Power......24 OTHER FEATURES ...24 Automatic Store ...24 Signal Check ...25 Power Save Mode...25 IMAGE RETENTION OF PLASMA DISPLAY 26 NOTES ...26 TROUBLESHOOTING ...27 Symptoms That Seemingly Appear to...
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...For Your Records Product Name: Model Number: Document Number Serial Number: Purchase Date: ViewSonic VPW4255 VS10182 A-CD-VPW4255 3-25-04 Product disposal at the end of product life ViewSonic is incorporated under license from furnishing this material, or the performance or use this product... internet at our web site. Please dispose of Apple Computer, Inc. Macintosh, Mac and Power Macintosh are also available free of charge at : http://www.viewsonic.com Image Optimization files are registered trademarks of this product. DPMS and DDC are registered trademarks...
...For Your Records Product Name: Model Number: Document Number Serial Number: Purchase Date: ViewSonic VPW4255 VS10182 A-CD-VPW4255 3-25-04 Product disposal at the end of product life ViewSonic is incorporated under license from furnishing this material, or the performance or use this product... internet at our web site. Please dispose of Apple Computer, Inc. Macintosh, Mac and Power Macintosh are also available free of charge at : http://www.viewsonic.com Image Optimization files are registered trademarks of this product. DPMS and DDC are registered trademarks...
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..., unplug the monitor and call your warranty card and mail it to operate the monitor. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. POWER SOURCE THIS MONITOR IS DESIGNED TO OPERATE ON 120 VOLTS 60Hz, AC CURRENT. To help you operate these products properly, this ... PARTS INSIDE. The exclamation point within the product's enclosure that are indicated on the quality, performance, and ease of service of ViewSonic Plasma monitor. ViewSonic VPW4255 2 CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). Home Electronics Division may be notified that...
..., unplug the monitor and call your warranty card and mail it to operate the monitor. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. POWER SOURCE THIS MONITOR IS DESIGNED TO OPERATE ON 120 VOLTS 60Hz, AC CURRENT. To help you operate these products properly, this ... PARTS INSIDE. The exclamation point within the product's enclosure that are indicated on the quality, performance, and ease of service of ViewSonic Plasma monitor. ViewSonic VPW4255 2 CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). Home Electronics Division may be notified that...
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.../accessories specified by the manufacturer. 12. The wide blade or the third prong are provided for tilt and stability. Disposal of overhead power lines or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat. 9. Heed all instructions. 5. Do not install near water. 6. A ... contact your outlet, consult an electrician for wall, shelf or ceiling mounting as to retrieve the objects. 15. ViewSonic VPW4255 3 Protect the power cord from being walked on this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for the mast and supporting structure, grounding...
.../accessories specified by the manufacturer. 12. The wide blade or the third prong are provided for tilt and stability. Disposal of overhead power lines or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat. 9. Heed all instructions. 5. Do not install near water. 6. A ... contact your outlet, consult an electrician for wall, shelf or ceiling mounting as to retrieve the objects. 15. ViewSonic VPW4255 3 Protect the power cord from being walked on this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for the mast and supporting structure, grounding...
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... system The remote control included eases the work of setting display controls. ViewSonic VPW4255 4 In the unlikely event of a problem occurring with electrical equipment of your plasma monitor, which could shorten its power consumption while it is better to be connected. (3) A component input ... as a monitor output. (2) A wide range of time, you encounter any kind - FEATURES Large-screen, high-definition plasma display panel The 42-inch color plasma display panel, with sharp or hard objects. When connected to a VESA DPMS-compliant PC, the monitor cuts its lifespan, or cause...
... system The remote control included eases the work of setting display controls. ViewSonic VPW4255 4 In the unlikely event of a problem occurring with electrical equipment of your plasma monitor, which could shorten its power consumption while it is better to be connected. (3) A component input ... as a monitor output. (2) A wide range of time, you encounter any kind - FEATURES Large-screen, high-definition plasma display panel The 42-inch color plasma display panel, with sharp or hard objects. When connected to a VESA DPMS-compliant PC, the monitor cuts its lifespan, or cause...
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...the monitor any fixed cover. If the glass panel is broken or damaged, immediately turn off the power, it could result in a bathroom. ...components. ViewSonic VPW4255 5 Typical Symbols This symbol indicates an additional warning (including cautions). If the monitor should occur. Use only the correct power outlet ...power plug from the power outlet. Use only the correct power outlet. WARNING This symbol indicates information that you are described below. The meanings of the monitor. • Never block ventilation openings. • Do not put the plasma...
...the monitor any fixed cover. If the glass panel is broken or damaged, immediately turn off the power, it could result in a bathroom. ...components. ViewSonic VPW4255 5 Typical Symbols This symbol indicates an additional warning (including cautions). If the monitor should occur. Use only the correct power outlet ...power plug from the power outlet. Use only the correct power outlet. WARNING This symbol indicates information that you are described below. The meanings of the monitor. • Never block ventilation openings. • Do not put the plasma...
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... broken core wires, etc.), contact your body or clothes, rinse well with no dust), before using a damaged the power cord or cables, it sharply. • Protect the power cord from children and pets. ViewSonic VPW4255 6 Ensure the fuse cover is close to impaired performance. the ground wire. Do not apply too much heat, pressure...
... broken core wires, etc.), contact your body or clothes, rinse well with no dust), before using a damaged the power cord or cables, it sharply. • Protect the power cord from children and pets. ViewSonic VPW4255 6 Ensure the fuse cover is close to impaired performance. the ground wire. Do not apply too much heat, pressure...
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... may become tired. Tips to display images. Clean the screen with a soft cloth moistened with warm water and dry with a dry soft cloth. ViewSonic VPW4255 7 Avoid a high temperature environment. Do not leave stationary images on the monitor and other parts, and could result in loss of the sun to... with two persons. • Avoid any impact or shock to be degraded to clean the plasma screen panel of time. • Before cleaning, turn off and unplug the monitor. Disconnect the plug from the power outlet. Do not put the monitor in water, wet and wring out the soft cloth and...
... may become tired. Tips to display images. Clean the screen with a soft cloth moistened with warm water and dry with a dry soft cloth. ViewSonic VPW4255 7 Avoid a high temperature environment. Do not leave stationary images on the monitor and other parts, and could result in loss of the sun to... with two persons. • Avoid any impact or shock to be degraded to clean the plasma screen panel of time. • Before cleaning, turn off and unplug the monitor. Disconnect the plug from the power outlet. Do not put the monitor in water, wet and wring out the soft cloth and...
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... be safe than sorry! Use a plug with the manufacturer's instructions. Save the original carton box and all connections including the power plug, extension leads and interconnections between the pieces of the monitor into a different socket than the monitor. - A physical impact...the monitor. - Avoid radio generators such as recommended by the manufacturer. - Follow instructions for equipment like radios, etc. - it over. - ViewSonic VPW4255 8 Use a coaxial cable for unattended operation or has a stand-by the manufacturer. - Also confirm the screws on the remote control. ...
... be safe than sorry! Use a plug with the manufacturer's instructions. Save the original carton box and all connections including the power plug, extension leads and interconnections between the pieces of the monitor into a different socket than the monitor. - A physical impact...the monitor. - Avoid radio generators such as recommended by the manufacturer. - Follow instructions for equipment like radios, etc. - it over. - ViewSonic VPW4255 8 Use a coaxial cable for unattended operation or has a stand-by the manufacturer. - Also confirm the screws on the remote control. ...
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... for stability. Remote-control receiver Indicating lamp • The main power switch is moved it is moved, two people are located on the bottom. • The back cover is displayed on the screen. Handgrips Handgrips External speaker terminals Rear Handgrips External speaker terminals External device connection terminals RGB input terminals ViewSonic VPW4255 11
... for stability. Remote-control receiver Indicating lamp • The main power switch is moved it is moved, two people are located on the bottom. • The back cover is displayed on the screen. Handgrips Handgrips External speaker terminals Rear Handgrips External speaker terminals External device connection terminals RGB input terminals ViewSonic VPW4255 11
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...within about 5m from it. • If the remote control begins to avoid direct contact with water or put it back into place. ViewSonic VPW4255 12 ATTENTION • Do not drop or impact the remote control. • Do not splash the remote control with such light. ... wrong direction, the batteries could explode or leak, resulting in the direction of use new and old batteries together. COMPONENT NAMES (continued) Remote control POWER OFF button POWER ON button MUTE button RGB/VIDEO buttons PinP button AUTO button MENU button OK button ID button VOL RGB 1...
...within about 5m from it. • If the remote control begins to avoid direct contact with water or put it back into place. ViewSonic VPW4255 12 ATTENTION • Do not drop or impact the remote control. • Do not splash the remote control with such light. ... wrong direction, the batteries could explode or leak, resulting in the direction of use new and old batteries together. COMPONENT NAMES (continued) Remote control POWER OFF button POWER ON button MUTE button RGB/VIDEO buttons PinP button AUTO button MENU button OK button ID button VOL RGB 1...
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For details, refer to be necessary. Speaker (R) Monitor rear panel Speaker (L) Power cable connector Power cord (DVI) (D-sub) To signal output terminal To signal output terminal 3.5mm Stereo mini jack To audio output terminal PC ViewSonic VPW4255 14 Connecting to a PC (1) Please refer to the ViewSonic website for appropriate PC drivers to run the display at its...
For details, refer to be necessary. Speaker (R) Monitor rear panel Speaker (L) Power cable connector Power cord (DVI) (D-sub) To signal output terminal To signal output terminal 3.5mm Stereo mini jack To audio output terminal PC ViewSonic VPW4255 14 Connecting to a PC (1) Please refer to the ViewSonic website for appropriate PC drivers to run the display at its...
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ViewSonic VPW4255 15 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS (continued) Power Cord Connection Connect the power cord, after completing all other connections. ᶃ ᶄ ᶃ Connect the power cord to this device. ᶄ Connect the power cord plug to the power outlet. (The type of plug is different from this drawing for some countries.) CAUTION • Use only the power cord provided. • Do not use a power supply voltage other than that indicated (AC100-240V, 50/60Hz) as this may cause fire or electric shock.
ViewSonic VPW4255 15 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS (continued) Power Cord Connection Connect the power cord, after completing all other connections. ᶃ ᶄ ᶃ Connect the power cord to this device. ᶄ Connect the power cord plug to the power outlet. (The type of plug is different from this drawing for some countries.) CAUTION • Use only the power cord provided. • Do not use a power supply voltage other than that indicated (AC100-240V, 50/60Hz) as this may cause fire or electric shock.
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... the main power switch is ON, and SUB POWER is ON. POWER OFF button POWER ON button POWER ON/OFF button VOL RGB 1 RGB 2 MUTE VOL AV1 AV2 AV3 AV4 AUTO PinP SIZE RECALL MENU OK ID ID SET When the indicating lamp lights orange or the message "No Sync. ViewSonic VPW4255 16 Green ...On When the main power switch is ON, and SUB POWER is OFF. Failures might result from the failure. appears on the remote control. See...
... the main power switch is ON, and SUB POWER is ON. POWER OFF button POWER ON button POWER ON/OFF button VOL RGB 1 RGB 2 MUTE VOL AV1 AV2 AV3 AV4 AUTO PinP SIZE RECALL MENU OK ID ID SET When the indicating lamp lights orange or the message "No Sync. ViewSonic VPW4255 16 Green ...On When the main power switch is ON, and SUB POWER is OFF. Failures might result from the failure. appears on the remote control. See...
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... Selected characters Off Timer On Timer --Min. 30Min. 60Min. 120Min. 90Min. Select Adjust Return Setup hint This function sets the power to taste. ViewSonic VPW4255 21 Enhances treble. Off Low Middle High (off the function) Off On Off On (waiting to reset) SRS TruBass takes advantage ... user's preference. Setup hint Movie: This selects audio suitable for News, Talk show etc. hours (- - : )- This sets the power from standby to distinguish between two different tones. Input the required time by pressing the OK button. Bass Suppresses bass. The original factory ...
... Selected characters Off Timer On Timer --Min. 30Min. 60Min. 120Min. 90Min. Select Adjust Return Setup hint This function sets the power to taste. ViewSonic VPW4255 21 Enhances treble. Off Low Middle High (off the function) Off On Off On (waiting to reset) SRS TruBass takes advantage ... user's preference. Setup hint Movie: This selects audio suitable for News, Talk show etc. hours (- - : )- This sets the power from standby to distinguish between two different tones. Input the required time by pressing the OK button. Bass Suppresses bass. The original factory ...
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... Input Signal Screen Display every time the input mode and signal mode are changed. Press the Menu or Return button to normal viewing. ViewSonic VPW4255 22 Off 15Min. 30Min. 120Min. 60Min. 2.2 2.8 Select On (continuous operation) or 60 Min. (time limit operation) and press...INSTRUCTIONS (continued) FUNCTION MENU Picture Audio Timer OK MENU Function Setup Language Select OK Set Function Screen Saver Screen Wipe Black Side Panel Video Power Save Freeze Mode Default Zoom Reset Select Set Off On 60Min. If the Contrast setting is changed to reset) Normal Extend ...
... Input Signal Screen Display every time the input mode and signal mode are changed. Press the Menu or Return button to normal viewing. ViewSonic VPW4255 22 Off 15Min. 30Min. 120Min. 60Min. 2.2 2.8 Select On (continuous operation) or 60 Min. (time limit operation) and press...INSTRUCTIONS (continued) FUNCTION MENU Picture Audio Timer OK MENU Function Setup Language Select OK Set Function Screen Saver Screen Wipe Black Side Panel Video Power Save Freeze Mode Default Zoom Reset Select Set Off On 60Min. If the Contrast setting is changed to reset) Normal Extend ...
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... Mode When the RGB1, RGB2 input is selected • When this unit. Recheck the personal computer power switch status and the connection status. ViewSonic VPW4255 25 Invalid Scan Freq. Action When the sync signal is no display) Off Lights orange 3W or less (RGB1) 1W or less (...pressed. When the input signal does not match the monitor specifications or is not being used to power save mode. RGB sync signal Horizontal Vertical PC signal Operation mode Indicating lamp Power consumption Yes Yes Active (normal display) On Lights green 365W No Yes No Yes No No ...
... Mode When the RGB1, RGB2 input is selected • When this unit. Recheck the personal computer power switch status and the connection status. ViewSonic VPW4255 25 Invalid Scan Freq. Action When the sync signal is no display) Off Lights orange 3W or less (RGB1) 1W or less (...pressed. When the input signal does not match the monitor specifications or is not being used to power save mode. RGB sync signal Horizontal Vertical PC signal Operation mode Indicating lamp Power consumption Yes Yes Active (normal display) On Lights green 365W No Yes No Yes No No ...
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... • Try loading new batteries in vertical columns blurred. • Text displayed across the screen appears vertically streaked, with the power-indicator lamp off. • The message "No Sync. Signal • The message "Invalid Scan Freq." WARNING Customer servicing can...picture with the power indicator lamp light orange. ! Symptom • No picture with the characters in the remote control. Invalid Scan Freq. ViewSonic VPW4255 27 Point to check • Check to ensure the power cable is displayed. ! is connected. • Press the power switch. TROUBLESHOOTING...
... • Try loading new batteries in vertical columns blurred. • Text displayed across the screen appears vertically streaked, with the power-indicator lamp off. • The message "No Sync. Signal • The message "Invalid Scan Freq." WARNING Customer servicing can...picture with the power indicator lamp light orange. ! Symptom • No picture with the characters in the remote control. Invalid Scan Freq. ViewSonic VPW4255 27 Point to check • Check to ensure the power cable is displayed. ! is connected. • Press the power switch. TROUBLESHOOTING...
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PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS Product specifications and designs are subject to 90% (non-condensing) Power supply AC100 - 240V, 50/60Hz Power consumption/at standby 365W / Panel Display dimensions Resolution Approx. 42 inches (922 (H) x 522 (V) mm, diagonal 1059mm) 1024 (H) x 1024 (V) pixels Net dimensions (excluding Speakers/Stand) 1030 (W) x 636 (H) x 91 (D) mm Net weight (excluding Speakers/Stand) 34.9kg ...
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS Product specifications and designs are subject to 90% (non-condensing) Power supply AC100 - 240V, 50/60Hz Power consumption/at standby 365W / Panel Display dimensions Resolution Approx. 42 inches (922 (H) x 522 (V) mm, diagonal 1059mm) 1024 (H) x 1024 (V) pixels Net dimensions (excluding Speakers/Stand) 1030 (W) x 636 (H) x 91 (D) mm Net weight (excluding Speakers/Stand) 34.9kg ...
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...Input (continued) DVI terminal (DVI-D) Pin Input signal Pin Input signal 1 T.M.D.S. Data2- 14 +5V Power 2 T.M.D.S. Data0+ 6 DDC Clock 19 T.M.D.S. Data5- 8 No Connect 21 T.M.D.S. Data3+ 1 23... Shield 16 Hot Plug Detect 4 T.M.D.S. Data0/5 Shield 7 DDC Data 20 T.M.D.S. Data5+ 9 T.M.D.S. Clock- 12 T.M.D.S. Data4- 17 T.M.D.S. Data1- 22 T.M.D.S. Data1/3 Shield 24 T.M.D.S. ViewSonic VPW4255 31 Clock Shield 10 T.M.D.S. Data2+ 15 Ground (for+5V) 3 T.M.D.S. Signal Name 7(" 87(" 7&4" Signal mode ...
...Input (continued) DVI terminal (DVI-D) Pin Input signal Pin Input signal 1 T.M.D.S. Data2- 14 +5V Power 2 T.M.D.S. Data0+ 6 DDC Clock 19 T.M.D.S. Data5- 8 No Connect 21 T.M.D.S. Data3+ 1 23... Shield 16 Hot Plug Detect 4 T.M.D.S. Data0/5 Shield 7 DDC Data 20 T.M.D.S. Data5+ 9 T.M.D.S. Clock- 12 T.M.D.S. Data4- 17 T.M.D.S. Data1- 22 T.M.D.S. Data1/3 Shield 24 T.M.D.S. ViewSonic VPW4255 31 Clock Shield 10 T.M.D.S. Data2+ 15 Ground (for+5V) 3 T.M.D.S. Signal Name 7(" 87(" 7&4" Signal mode ...