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; Your LCD display package includes:; Precautions; ower cord
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” in this user guide refers to the following Microsoft operating systems: Windows ‘95, Windows NT, Windows ‘98, W...
Page 5 - Quick Installation
Quick Installation 1 Remove back plate #1 then plate #2. 2 Connect AC/DC power cord to the adapter then to the display and to an AC outlet 3 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...
Page 7 - Using the LCD Display; Setting the Timing Mode; timing mode; OSD and Power Lock Settings; OSD LOCK
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 75 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 11. 2 To highli...
Page 10 - Main Menu Controls; Control; NOTE; User Color; twice
Main Menu Controls Adjust the menu items shown below by using the up ▲ and down ▼ 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 - displays the timing mode (video signal input); increases the volume, decreases the volume, and mutes; temporarily silences audio output.; The Manual Image Adjust controls are explained below:
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 - OSD Position
H./V. Position adjusts horizontal and vertical position of the screen image. You can toggle between Horizontal and Verticalby pressing button [2]. Horizontal moves the screen image to the left or to the right. Vertical moves the screen image up and down. Fine Tune sharpens focus by aligning the illu...
Page 13 - Memory Recall; returns adjustments to the original factory
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 affect changes made with the User Color control. Control Explanation 12 ViewSonic VG900 _ VG900 b
Page 14 - Other Information; Specifications
Other Information * Macintosh computers older than G3 require a ViewSonic ® , Macintosh adapter. To order an adapter, contact ViewSonic. Specifications LCD Type Color FilterGlass surface 19.0" (full 19.0" viewable diagonal area), TFT (Thin Film Transistor), Active Matrix SXGA LCD, 0.294 mm p...
Page 15 - 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 16 - 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. 15 ViewSonic VG900 _ VG900 b Country/Region Web site T = TelephoneF = FAX Email United States Canada viewsonic.com/support viewsonic.com/support T: ...
Page 17 - 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 18 - 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 opti...
Page 19 - Appendix; Safety Guidelines
Appendix Safety Guidelines Warning: This device must be operated with the original power supply . 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 cord that is certif...
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