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© Lenovo 2005. Portions © IBM Corp. 2005 ii Contents Safety information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . iii Chapter1. Getting started . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ...
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iii ThinkVision L171 Flat Panel Monitor User’s Guide Safety information Before installing this product, read the Safety Information. í í í
Page 5 - Chapter 1. Getting started; Shipping contents; Product overview
© Lenovo 2005. Portions © IBM Corp. 2005 1-1 Chapter 1. Getting started This User ’s Guide contains detailed information on the ThinkVision™ L171p Flat Panel Monitor. For a quick overview, please see the Setup Poster that was shipped with your monitor. Shipping contents The product package should in...
Page 6 - Types of adjustments; Height Adjustment
1-2 ThinkVision L171p Flat Panel Monitor User’s Guide Types of adjustments Please see the illustration below for an example of the tilt range. Tilt/Swivel With the built-in pedestal, you can tilt and swivel the monitor for the most comfortable viewing angle. Height Adjustment After pressing the top ...
Page 8 - Cable lock slot; Connecting and turning on your monitor
1-4 ThinkVision L171p Flat Panel Monitor User’s Guide Cable lock slot Your monitor is equipped with a cable lock slot located on the rear of your monitor (in the lower right corner). Please see the instructions that came with the cable lock to learn how to attach it. Setting up your monitor This sec...
Page 9 - Install driver
Chapter 1. 1-5 Connect the digital cable to the DVI connector of the monitor and the other end on the back of the computer. Note: The digital cable is not included with the monitor. Plug the monitor power cord and the computer cord into grounded electrical outlets. Power on the monitor and the compu...
Page 10 - Registering your product
1-6 ThinkVision L171p Flat Panel Monitor User’s Guide To optimize your monitor image, press the Automatic Image Setup key. Automatic image setup requires that the monitor is warmed up for at least 15 minutes. This is not required for normal operation. Note: If automatic image setup does not establis...
Page 11 - Chapter 2. Adjusting and using your monitor; Comfort and accessibility; Positioning and viewing your monitor; Viewing distance; Monitor height; Tilt; General location
© Lenovo 2005. Portions © IBM Corp. 2005 2-1 Chapter 2. Adjusting and using your monitor This section will give you information on adjusting and using your monitor. Comfort and accessibility Good ergonomic practice is important to get the most from your personal computer and to avoid discomfort. Arr...
Page 12 - Quick tips for healthy work habits; Good posture starts with equipment setup; Minor changes in posture can help avoid discomfort; Short, periodic breaks help ensure healthy computing; Accessibility information
2-2 ThinkVision L171p Flat Panel Monitor User’s Guide • Use adequate lighting for the type of work you are performing. • Use the monitor brightness, contrast, and image adjustment controls, if equipped, to optimize the image on your screen to meet your visual preferences. • Keep your monitor screen ...
Page 16 - Selecting a supported display mode
2-6 ThinkVision L171p Flat Panel Monitor User’s Guide Selecting a supported display mode The display mode the monitor uses is controlled by the computer. Therefore, refer to your computer documentation for details on how to change display modes. The image size, position and shape might change when t...
Page 17 - Understanding power management
Chapter 2. 2-7 Understanding power management Power management is invoked when the computer recognizes that you have not used your mouse or keyboard for a user-definable period. There are several states as described in the table below. For optimal performance, switch off your monitor at the end of e...
Page 18 - Caring for your monitor; Detaching the monitor stand
2-8 ThinkVision L171p Flat Panel Monitor User’s Guide Caring for your monitor Be sure to turn off the power before you perform any maintenance on the monitor. Do not: • Apply water or liquid directly to your monitor. • Use solvents or abrasives. • Use flammable cleaning materials to clean your monit...
Page 19 - Chapter 3. Reference information; Monitor specifications
© Lenovo 2005. Portions © IBM Corp. 2005 3-1 Chapter 3. Reference information This section contains monitor specifications, instructions to manually install the monitor driver, troubleshooting information, and service information. Monitor specifications Table 3-1. Monitor specifications for type-mod...
Page 22 - Manual image setup; Clock; Manually installing the monitor driver; Installing the monitor driver in Windows XP
3-4 ThinkVision L171p Flat Panel Monitor User’s Guide Manual image setup If automatic image setup does not establish the image that you prefer, perform manual image setup. Note: Have your monitor powered on for about 15 minutes, until the monitor warms up. 1. Press at the bottom of the monitor to op...
Page 23 - Installing the monitor driver in Windows 2000
Chapter 3. 3-5 Note: This section must be completed before continuing with the Windows XP automatic image setup. 1. Turn off the computer and all attached devices. 2. Ensure that the monitor is connected correctly. 3. Turn on the monitor and then the system unit. Allow the system to boot into Window...
Page 24 - Getting further help
3-6 ThinkVision L171p Flat Panel Monitor User’s Guide 10. Open the Upgrade Device Driver Wizard window by clicking on Update Driver , and then click Next . 11. Select Display a list of the known drivers for this device so that I can choose a specific driver , and then click Next . 12. Insert the Set...
Page 25 - Service information
Chapter 3. 3-7 Service information Product numbers The product number for your monitor is located on the side of the display bezel as shown below. Customer responsibilities The warranty does not apply to a product which has been damaged due to accident, misuse, abuse, improper installation, usage no...
Page 26 - Service parts
3-8 ThinkVision L171p Flat Panel Monitor User’s Guide Service parts The following parts are for use by servicers and dealers authorized by Lenovo to support the customer warranty. Parts are for service use only. The table below shows information for model 9417-Hxx. Table 3-3. List of service parts F...
Page 27 - Appendix A. Service and Support; Online technical support
© Lenovo 2005. Portions © IBM Corp. 2005 A-1 Appendix A. Service and Support The following information describes the technical support that is available for your product, during the warranty period or throughout the life of the product. Refer to your IBM Statement of Limited Warranty for a full expl...
Page 34 - Trademarks
B-2 ThinkVision L171 Flat Panel Monitor User’s Guide extrapolation. Actual results may vary. Users of this document should verify the applicable data for their specific environment. Note: As an ENERGY STAR Partner, IBM has determined that this product meets the guidelines for energy efficiency. Trad...
