Page 2 - Contents
ViewSonic VP2290b i Contents For Your Records ........................................................................................................ 1 Before setting up ................................................................................................................ 2 Prerequisites ...
Page 4 - Product disposal at end of product life; For Your Records
1 ViewSonic VP2290b Copyright © ViewSonic Corporation, 2003. All rights reserved. Apple, Mac and ADB 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. ViewSon...
Page 5 - Before setting up; Prerequisites; compute; Unpacking
ViewSonic VP2290b 2 Before setting up This manual contains information on how to set up and operate the ViewSonic VP2290b LCD Display, hereafter called the display. This chapter describes the following:• Prerequisites• Unpacking• Checking parts Prerequisites You will need a personal computer or a wo...
Page 6 - Checking parts; purchase immediately.
3 ViewSonic VP2290b Checking parts Check the box for the following items. If any items are missing or damaged, contact your place of purchase immediately. Note: The digital signal cable is shipped with one end connected to the display. Display Power adapter and cord Digital signal cable P/N: 07N2227...
Page 7 - Hardware setup; Locations; Front view
ViewSonic VP2290b 4 Hardware setup This chapter describes the following:• The location of the controls, switches, and connectors.• The procedure for setting up the display. Locations Front view Rear view Monitor screen Serial number label Base stand Power light (Power on/Standby) Power switch Bright...
Page 8 - Setup the display; Storing the connector tool; disconnecting the cables from the display.
5 ViewSonic VP2290b Setup the display Storing the connector tool This section describes how to store the connector tool for future use. This tool will be useful when disconnecting the cables from the display. Attention: 1. Remove any objects from the surface before tilting the display. They might da...
Page 9 - the rear compartment of the display.
ViewSonic VP2290b 6 3. Remove the connector cover. 4. Unhook the digital signal cable from the cable hook and lift it up to store the connector tool to the rear compartment of the display. Connector cover Cable hook Connector tool
Page 10 - Connecting the cables; Connecting the power adapter cord; it clicks firmly into the connector.
7 ViewSonic VP2290b Connecting the cables This section describes how to connect the following cables:1. Power adapter cord2. Digital signal cable3. Power cord Connecting the power adapter cord 1. Connect the power adapter cord to the DC-IN connector at the rear of the display. Make sure that it clic...
Page 12 - Connecting the digital signal cable
9 ViewSonic VP2290b Connecting the digital signal cable 1. Make sure that the video graphics card is installed on your computer.2. Make sure that the power cord is NOT connected to your computer.3. Open the cover of your computer, if necessary.4. Connect the connector end marked “1 PRIMARY” to the D...
Page 13 - Connecting the power cord; Connect the power plug to a properly grounded power outlet.
ViewSonic VP2290b 10 Connecting the power cord Note: Read the respective “Danger Statements” on pages 22 before continuing with this section.1. Connect the power cord to the power adapter. 2. Connect the power plug to a properly grounded power outlet. Note: Make sure that all the cables are connecte...
Page 14 - This completes the hardware setup.
11 ViewSonic VP2290b 4. Press the power switch on the display. The power light comes on. Notes: a. When you turn off the display, wait at least five seconds before turning it on again.b. If you accidentally disconnected the power cord from the main outlet and you connected it to the outlet again, th...
Page 15 - Adjusting and maintaining your display; Adjusting the viewing angle
ViewSonic VP2290b 12 Adjusting and maintaining your display This chapter describes the following:• How to adjust the viewing angle.• How to set the controls.• The operating status of your display.• How to disconnect the cables.• How to use the security keylock.• How to maintain your display. Adjusti...
Page 16 - Setting the display control buttons; The four buttons control the following functions:
13 ViewSonic VP2290b Setting the display control buttons You can control the various functions of the display using the buttons at the front right of the display. The four buttons control the following functions: Button/Button Name Direct access functions Functions available from the OSD Menu Menu/E...
Page 17 - Main menu; Exit
ViewSonic VP2290b 14 Accessing the on-screen display (OSD) menus You can access the on-screen display (OSD) menus by pressing the Menu/Enter button. The OSD menus enable you to set the various operating conditions of your display. The OSD menus consist of the following:• Main menu (for menu selectio...
Page 18 - Submenus; Brightness
15 ViewSonic VP2290b Submenus To access a submenu, do the following: Brightness submenu 1. Select the Brightness icon on the Main menu using the Left-Arrow or the Right-Arrow button. 2. Press the Menu/Enter button. The Brightness submenu appears. 3. Adjust the brightness using the Left-Arrow or the ...
Page 20 - Knowing the operating status of your display
17 ViewSonic VP2290b Knowing the operating status of your display You can know the status of your display by the color of the power light. The color of the power light changes from green to amber when your display receives a time-out video signal from the computer and enters Standby mode to save pow...
Page 21 - Disconnecting the cable; and
ViewSonic VP2290b 18 Disconnecting the cable CAUTION: Do not use a digital signal cable other than the one shipped with the product. Using some other cable may damage the display or the video graphics card. The cable (P/N: 07N2227) is available at ViewSonic Customer Support Line (refer to page 21). ...
Page 22 - Using the security keylock; This cable can be purchased at any PC shop.; Cleaning the LCD Display; Disclaimer
19 ViewSonic VP2290b Using the security keylock The display has a built-in security keyhole at the rear of the screen for fastening a security lock and cable. This lock is used to help prevent the display from being removed without your permission. This cable can be purchased at any PC shop. First s...
Page 23 - Troubleshooting; Symptom list; suggested action. You may be able to solve the problem yourself.
ViewSonic VP2290b 20 Troubleshooting Symptom list Before calling your retailer or ViewSonic, find the symptom that most resembles yours, and try the suggested action. You may be able to solve the problem yourself. Is something wrong? If you suspect that something is not working correctly, you should...
Page 25 - Danger Statements; DANGER; To avoid shock hazard:; and grounded power outlets.
ViewSonic VP2290b 22 Danger Statements DANGER To avoid shock hazard: • Do not remove the covers.• Do not operate this product unless the stand is attached.• Do not connect or disconnect this product during an electrical storm.• The power cord plug must be connected to a properly wired and grounded p...
Page 27 - Notices; Attention; screen surface. They are difficult to wipe off.; LCD considerations; ordinances or regulations.; Considerations on the display resolution; system or application.; Operating considerations; screen for short intervals during operation, and take short rests.
ViewSonic VP2290b 24 Notices Attention • Do not exert strong pressure to the surface of the display screen. You may break the LCD panel.• Do not place heavy objects on top of this product. They may damage the display.• Do not touch the display screen with your fingers. Fingerprints and oil stains ma...
Page 28 - License inquiries; responsibility of the user.; Trademarks; ViewSonic Corporation.
25 ViewSonic VP2290b License inquiries References in this publication to ViewSonic products, programs, or services do not imply that ViewSonic intends to make these available in all countries in which ViewSonic operates. Any reference to an ViewSonic product, program, or service is not intended to s...
Page 29 - Specifications; The specifications of the display are as follows:
ViewSonic VP2290b 26 Specifications The specifications of the display are as follows: Dimensions Width:Height:Depth:Depth (without stand): 547 mm (21.5 in.)439 mm (17.3 in.)196 mm (7.7 in.)105 mm (4.1 in.) Weight Unpackaged: With base stand: 11.4 kg (25.1 lb.)Without base stand: 8.8 kg (19.4 lb.)Pow...
Page 30 - Supported display modes; The display supports the following display modes:
27 ViewSonic VP2290b Supported display modes The display supports the following display modes: Notes: 1. The type of resolutions supported depends on the video graphics card being used. Addressability DVI Input Horizontal Frequency (KHz) Vertical Frequency (Hz) Dot Clock Frequency (MHz) Actual Displ...
Page 31 - Extended modes; configure the graphics card so that the optimum mode is enabled.
ViewSonic VP2290b 28 Extended modes The addressability of the monitor is more advanced than those provided for in the industry standard display modes so in addition, monitor specific, or extended modes, have been developed. Detailed timing information on these modes is provided to the video graphics...
Page 32 - Updating the settings for your display; Applicable models
29 ViewSonic VP2290b Updating the settings for your display Unless you change the video graphics card that drives your display, there is usually no need to change the settings. In case the need does arise, a procedure for changing them is given in this appendix. This operation must be done carefully...
Page 34 - Important notices
31 ViewSonic VP2290b If the setting is given as 000, any number greater than 63, or a value ending in X, an error has occurred; try step 3 on page 29 again. For details, see “Valid settings” on page 31. 4. Updating the settings a. From the table on page 31, choose the number of the settings you want...
Page 35 - Valid settings; graphics card you are using.
ViewSonic VP2290b 32 Valid settings DDC-CPU version 6.2 can detect and update some settings. If it encounters any it does not recognize, it reads them as 000 (unknown). From the following table, choose the settings that are appropriate for the operating system and video graphics card you are using. ...
Page 36 - Customer Support
33 ViewSonic VP2290b Customer Support For technical support or product service, please contact ViewSonic. NOTE: You will need the product serial number. Country/Region Web site T = TelephoneF = FAX Email United States viewsonic.com/support T: (800) 688-6688 F: (909) 468-1202 [email protected]...
Page 37 - Compliance; Industry Canada Class A Emission Compliance Statement; Avis de Conformité àla Réglementation d’Industrie Canada
ViewSonic VP2290b 34 Compliance Compliance Information for U.S.A. This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a reside...
Page 38 - Union Européenne – Directive Conformité électromagnétique; Union Europea – Normativa EMC
35 ViewSonic VP2290b Geräte dürfen an Orten, für die sie nicht ausreichend entstört sind, nur mit besonderer Genehmigung des Bundesminesters für Post und Telekommunikation oder des Bundesamtes fur Post und Telekommunikation betrieben werden. Die Genehmigung wird erteilt, wenn keine elektromagnetisch...
Page 40 - Hinweise
37 ViewSonic VP2290b Hinweise Gemäß der Amtsbltter des BMPT Nm. 61/1991 und 6/1992 wird der Betreiber darauf aufmerksam gemächt, daß die von ihm mit diesem Gerät zusammengestellte Anlage auch den technischen Bestimmungen dieser Amtsblätter genügen muß . Aus ergonomischen Gründen wird empfohlen, die ...
Page 41 - LIMITED WARRANTY; VIEWSONIC LCD DISPLAY
ViewSonic VP2290b 38 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...
Page 42 - Appendix; Power Cord Safety Guidelines
39 ViewSonic VP2290b Appendix Power Cord Safety Guidelines Caution: Use a power cable that is properly grounded. Always use an AC power cord that meets your country’s safety standard. AC PLUG CORD PRECAUTIONS FOR THE UNITED KINGDOM FOR YOUR SAFETY PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING TEXT CAREFULLY.IF THE FITT...
Page 43 - Compliance Information for Canada; Compliance Information for European Countries; User Information for all Countries
ViewSonic VP2290b 40 Compliance Information for U.S.A. This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential insta...
