Page 2 - Contents; Getting Started
Contents Product Registration................................................... 2For Your Records ....................................................... 2 Getting Started Package Contents ...................................................... 3Precautions .............................................
Page 3 - Product Registration
Copyright © ViewSonic Corporation, 2002. All rights reserved. Macintosh and Power Macintosh are registered trademarks of Apple Computer, Inc. Microsoft, Windows, Windows NT, and the Windows logo are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and other countries. ViewSonic, t...
Page 4 - Congratulations on your purchase of a ViewSonic; Package Contents; Save all packing material.; Precautions
Getting Started Congratulations on your purchase of a ViewSonic ® LCD display. Important! Save the original box and all packing material for future shipping needs. NOTE: The word “Windows” refers to Microsoft Windows 95, 98, NT, XP, 2000 and Me (Millennium). Package Contents IMPORTANT: Save all pack...
Page 5 - Quick Installation
Quick Installation Optional: For instructions on wall mounting, see page 5 of this user guide. 1 Connect power cord and AC/DC adapter 2 Connect video cable Make sure both the LCD display and computer are turned OFF Connect the video cable from the LCD display to the computer Macintosh users: Models ...
Page 7 - Using the LCD Display; Setting the Timing Mode; timing mode; OSD and Power Button Lock Modes; OSD Locked
Using the LCD Display Setting the Timing Mode Setting the timing mode is important for maximizing the quality of the screen image and minimizing eye strain. The timing mode consists of the resolution (example 1280 x 1024) and refresh rate (or vertical frequency; example 60 Hz). After setting the tim...
Page 8 - Adjusting the Screen Image
Adjusting the Screen Image Use the buttons on the front control panel to display and adjust the OnView ® controls which display on the screen. The OnView controls are explained at the top of the next page and are defined in “Main Menu Controls” on page 9. Front Control Panel shown below in detail Ma...
Page 9 - Do the following to adjust the screen image:; To highlight a control you want to adjust, press; The following tips may help you optimize your display:
Do the following to adjust the screen image: 1 To display the Main Menu, press button [1]. NOTE: All OnView menus and adjustment screens disappear automatically after about 30 seconds. This time period is adjustable through the Setup menu and the OSD timeout control described on page 10. 2 To highli...
Page 10 - Main Menu Controls; Control; Custom User Color; twice
Main Menu Controls Adjust the menu items shown below by using the up I and down J buttons. Control Explanation Auto Image Adjust automatically sizes, centers, and fine tunes the video signal to eliminate waviness and distortion.Press the [2] button to obtain a sharper image. NOTE: Auto Image Adjust ...
Page 11 - OSD Position
Information displays the timing mode (video signal input) coming from the graphics card in your computer. See your graphic card’s user guide for instructions on changing the resolution and refresh rate (vertical frequency). VESA 1280 x 1024 @ 60 Hz (recommended) means that the resolution is 1280 x 1...
Page 12 - Memory Recall; returns adjustments to the original factory; OSD Timeout; sets the length of time an on-screen display; OSD Background; allows you to turn the On-Screen Display
Memory Recall returns adjustments to the original factory settings if the display is operating in a factory Preset Timing Mode listed in this user guide. Exception: This control does not effect changes made with the Custom User Color control. Control Explanation ViewSonic VG700/VG700b 11 OSD Timeout...
Page 13 - Other Information; Specifications
Other Information 1 Macintosh computers older than G3 require a ViewSonic ® , Macintosh adapter. To order an adapter, contact ViewSonic. Specifications LCD Type Color FilterGlass surface 17" (full 17" viewable diagonal area), TFT (Thin Film Transistor), Active Matrix SXGALCD, 0.264 mm pixel ...
Page 14 - Troubleshooting; No power; and the power supply is firmly connected to the LCD display.; Power is ON but no screen image; • Press only one button at a time.
Troubleshooting No power • Make sure power button (or switch) is ON. • Make sure A/C power cord is securely connected to the DC power supply and the power supply is firmly connected to the LCD display. • Plug another electrical device (like a radio) into the power outlet to verify that the outlet is...
Page 15 - You will need the product serial number.; Web site
Customer Support For technical support or product service, see the table below or contact your reseller. NOTE: You will need the product serial number. Country/Region Web site T = TelephoneF = FAX Email United States Canada viewsonic.com/support viewsonic.com/support T: (800) 688-6688 F: (909) 468-1...
Page 16 - Cleaning the LCD Display; • MAKE SURE THE LCD DISPLAY IS TURNED OFF.; Disclaimer
Cleaning the LCD Display • MAKE SURE THE LCD DISPLAY IS TURNED OFF. • NEVER SPRAY OR POUR ANY LIQUID DIRECTLY ONTO THE SCREEN OR CASE. To clean the screen: 1 Wipe the screen with a clean, soft, lint-free cloth. This removes dust and other particles. 2 If still not clean, apply a small amount of non-...
Page 17 - Limited Warranty; VIEWSONIC LCD DISPLAY
Limited Warranty VIEWSONIC LCD DISPLAY What the warranty covers: ViewSonic ® warrants its products to be free from defects in material and workmanship during the warranty period. If a product proves to be defective in material or workmanship during the warranty period, ViewSonic will, at its sole op...
Page 18 - Appendix; Safety Guidelines
Appendix Safety Guidelines Warning: This device must be operated with the original power supply, part number: 12V DC, CAUTION: The socket-outlet should be installed near the equipment and should be easily accessible. CAUTION: Use a power cable that is properly grounded. Always use the appropriate AC...