ViewSonic VA720 User's Manual
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1. LCD Panel tilt Input signal Compatibility Resolution Power Display area Operating conditions Storage conditions Dimensions Weight Regulations Power saving modes Type Color Filter Glass surface Video Sync PC Macintosh Recommended and supported Voltage Full Scan Temperature Humidity Altitude Temperature Humidity Altitude Physical LCD display only Net On Active Off 17 full 17 viewable diagonal area TFT Thin Film Transistor Active Matrix SXGA LCD 0 264 mm pixel pitch RGB vertical stripe Anti Glare 3 20 RGB analog 0 7 1 0 Vp p 75 ohms Separate Sync fh 30 82 kHz f 50 75 Hz Up to 1280 x 1024 Non interlaced Power Macintosh up to 1280 x 1024 1280 x 1024 60 75 Hz 1024 x 768 60 70 72 75 Hz 800 x 600 56 60 72 75 Hz 640 x 480 60 75 Hz 640 x 350 70 Hz 720 x 400 70 Hz 100 240 VAC 50 60 Hz auto switch 337 92 mm H x 270 34 mm V 13 30 H x 10 64 V 32 F to 104 F 0 C to 40 C 10 to 90 no condensation To 10 000 feet 4 F to 140 F 20 C to 60 C 10 to 90 no condensation To 40 000 feet 415 mm W x 419 mm H x 230 mm D 16 34 W x 16 5 H x 9 1 D 6 2 kg 13 61 Ibs LCD display only UL FCC B ENERGY STAR FCC B Doc B CE MPRII NEMKO SEMKO DEMKO FIMKO C UL TCO99 TUV GS E2002 EPA VCCI BSMI CB IS013406 2 PCT BZ02 PSB PCBC Normal green LE2. Contents Product Registrati on EE EEE 2 POW OUTRO CORGS cite asecer saute kk kk kK KAKA 2 Getting Started Package CONLENES ibwtea sept dete R 3 FP FOCAULION Ss acess isx dily hi kayan kalana ka HIBE ERE a yan a 3 Quick Installation EEE 4 Installation of Wall Mount Optional 5 Using the LCD Display Setting the Timing Mode EE EU 6 OSD and Power Lock Settings 6 Adjusting the Screen Image 7 Main Menu Controls lk zE 9 Other Information SPCCIICALONS DD epap220Drrmrwrwr xrwwmwma 12 Troubleshooting i ke 13 Customer SUDDOF u kk kn 14 Cleaning the LCD Display 15 Limited Warranty i kn 16 Appendix Safety GuidelinesS E zU 17 Compliance Information for U S A 18 CE Conformity for Europe 18 02 20 03 C ViewSonic VA720 1 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 the three birds logo OnView ViewMatch and ViewMeter are registered trademarks of ViewSonic Corporation VESA is a registered trademark of the Video
3. seconds If the power button is pressed the message Power Button Locked will display for a few seconds With or without this setting after a power failure your LCD display s power will automatically turn ON when power is restored e Power Button Unlock Press and hold 1 and the down arrow W again for 10 seconds ViewSonic VA720 6 Adjusting the Screen Image Use the buttons on the front control panel to display and adjust the On View controls The OnView controls are explained at the top of the next page and are defined in Main Menu Controls on page 9 AUTO ADJUST Main Menu CONTRAST BRIGHTNESS with OnView controls COLOR ADJUST INFORMATION IMAGE ADJUST SETUP MENU MEMORY RECALL 1 EXIT 2 SELECT SIN HO 868 Front Control Panel Power light Displays saves changes to and exits Power On Off the Main Menu Scrolls through menu Selects a highlighted control options and adjusts the Also displays the control screen displayed control for the selected control and toggles between control pairs ViewSonic VA720 7 Do the following to adjust the screen image 1 To display the Main Menu press button 1 AUTO ADJUST CONTRAST BRIGHTNESS COLOR ADJUST INFORMATION IMAGE ADJUST SETUP MENU MEMO ACRES 1 EXIT 2 SELECT BERO 5R NOTE All OnView menus and adjustment screens disappear automatically after about 30 seconds This time period is adjustable through the Setup
4. Electronics Standards Association DPMS and DDC are trademarks of VESA ENERGY STAR is a registered trademark of the U S Environmental Protection Agency EPA As an ENERGY STAR partner ViewSonic Corporation has determined that this product meets the ENERGY STAR guidelines for energy efficiency Disclaimer ViewSonic Corporation shall not be liable for technical or editorial errors or omissions contained herein nor for incidental or consequential damages resulting from furnishing this mate rial or the performance or use of this product In the interest of continuing product improvement ViewSonic Corporation reserves the right to change product specifications without notice Information in this document may change without notice No part of this document may be copied reproduced or transmitted by any means for any purpose without prior written permission from ViewSonic Corporation Product Registration To meet your future needs and to receive any additional product information as it becomes available please register your product on the Internet at www viewsonic com The ViewSonic Wizard CD ROM also provides an opportunity for you to print the registration form which you may mail or fax to ViewSonic For Your Records Product Name ViewSonic VA720 Model Number VLCDS23895 3W Document Number A CD VA720 1 Serial Number 2 Z _ Purchase Date Product disposal at end of product life ViewSonic is concerned about the p
5. NOTE Auto Adjust works with most common video cards If this function does not work on your LCD display then lower the video refresh rate to 60 Hz and set the resolution to its pre set value Contrast adjusts the difference between the image background black level and the foreground white level Brightness adjusts background black level of the screen image Color Adjust provides several color options preset color temperatures and User which allows you to adjust red R green G and blue B The factory setting for this product is 6500K 6500 Kelvin User Individual adjustments for red green and blue 5400K Adds blue and green to the screen image for a darker color 6500K Adds red to the screen image for warmer white and richer red Default setting 9300K Adds blue to the screen image for cooler white used in most office settings with fluorescent lighting 1 To select color R G or B press button 2 2 To adjust selected color press A or V 3 When you are finished making all color adjustments press button 1 twice Information Control H Explanation Image Adjust IMAGE ADJUST H V POSITION H SIZE mM FINE TUNE EJ SHARPNESS 1 EXIT The Image Adjust controls are explained below H V Position adjusts horizontal and vertical position of the screen image You can toggle between Horizontal an
6. work Press only one button at a time ViewSonic VA720 13 Customer Support For technical support or product service see the table below or contact your reseller NOTE You will need the product serial number T Telephone F FAX United States viewsonic com T 800 688 6688 service us support F 909 468 1202 viewsonic com Canada viewsonic com Le 688 6688 service ca support 909 468 1202 viewsonic com United Kingdom viewsoniceurope com 0800 833 648 service eu 01293 643910 viewsoniceurope com Europe Middle viewsoniceurope com Contact your service eu East Baltic reseller viewsoniceurope com countries and North Africa Australia and New viewsonic com au T 61 2 9929 3955 service au Zealand F 61 2 9929 8393 viewsonic com Singapore India viewsonic com sg T 65 273 4018 service sg ae Southeast F 65 273 1566 viewsonic com sia Other Asia Pacific viewsonic com tw T 886 2 2246 3456 service ap countries F 886 2 8242 3668 viewsonic com South Africa viewsonic com asia T 886 2 2246 3456 service ap F 886 2 8242 3668 viewsonic com ViewSonic VA720 14 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 ammoni
7. D lt 2W orange LED Preset Timing Mode pre adjusted to VESA 1280 x 1024 60 Hz Waming Do not set the graphics card in your computer to exceed these refresh rates doing so may result in permanent damage to the LCD display 1 Macintosh computers older than G3 require a ViewSonic Macintosh adapter To order an adapter contact ViewSonic ViewSonic VA720 12 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 supplying proper voltage Power is ON but no screen image Make sure the video cable supplied with the LCD display is tightly secured to the video output port on the back of the computer If the other end of the video cable is not attached permanently to the LCD display tightly secure it to the LCD display Adjust brightness and contrast If you are using an Macintosh older than G3 you need a Macintosh adapter Wrong or abnormal colors If any colors red green or blue are missing check the video cable to make sure it is securely connected Loose or broken pins in the cable connector could cause an improper connection Connect the LCD display to another computer If you have an older graphics card contact ViewSonic for a non DDC adapter Control buttons do not
8. ED HEREIN INCLUDING THE AOND TH931 1 5707 TTCOMERCHACRIPTIONBILIE AND TO Oo A0 O Appendix Safety Guidelines 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 certified for the individual country Some examples are listed below USA weseklenine UL Switzerland SEV Canada CSA Britain BASE BS Germany VDE Japan Electric Appliance Control Act IMPORTANT NOTICE CONCERNING POWER CORD SELECTION The power cord set for this unit has been enclosed and has been selected according to the country of destination and must be used to prevent electric shock Use the following guidelines if it is necessary to replace the original cord set or if the cord set is not enclosed The female receptacle of the cord set must meet IEC 60320 requirements and may look like Figure A1 below Figre A1 Figre A2 oe For the United States and Canada In the United States and Canada the male plug is a NEMA5 15 style Figure A2 UL Listed and CSA Labeled For units which are mounted on a desk or table type SVT or SJT cord sets may be used For units which sit on the floor only SJT type cord sets may be used The cord set must be selected according to the current rating for your unit Please consult the table below for the selection criteria for power cords used i
9. a non alcohol based glass cleaner onto a clean soft lint free cloth and wipe the screen To clean the case 1 Use a soft dry cloth 2 If still not clean apply a small amount of a non ammonia non alcohol based mild non abrasive detergent onto a clean soft lint free cloth then wipe the surface Disclaimer ViewSonic does not recommend the use of any ammonia or alcohol based cleaners on the LCD display screen or case Some chemical cleaners have been reported to damage the screen and or case of the LCD display ViewSonic will not be liable for damage resulting from use of any ammonia or alcohol based cleaners ViewSonic VA720 15 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 option repair or replace the product with a like product Replacement product or parts may include remanufactured or refurbished parts or components How long the warranty is effective ViewSonic LCD displays are warranted for 1 years for all parts including the light source and 1 years for all labor from the date of the first consumer purchase Who the warranty protects This warranty is valid only for the first consumer purchaser What the warranty does not cover 1 Any product on which the seri
10. al number has been defaced modified or removed 2 Damage deterioration or malfunction resulting from a Accident misuse neglect fire water lightning or other acts of nature unauthorized product modification or failure to follow instructions supplied with the product Repair or attempted repair by anyone not authorized by ViewSonic Any damage of the product due to shipment Removal or installation of the product Causes external to the product such as electrical power fluctuations or failure Use of supplies or parts not meeting ViewSonic s specifications Normal wear and tear Any other cause which does not relate to a product defect 3 Removal installation and set up service charges How to get service 1 For information about receiving service under warranty contact ViewSonic Customer Support You will need to provide your product s serial number 2 To obtain service under warranty you will be required to provide a the original dated sales slip b your name c your address d a description of the problem and e the serial number of the product 3 Take or ship the product freight prepaid in the original container to an authorized ViewSonic ser vice center or ViewSonic 4 For additional information or the name of the nearest ViewSonic service center contact ViewSonic Limitation of implied warranties THERE ARE NO WARRANTIES EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WHICH EXTEND BEYOND THE DESCRIPTION CONTAIN
11. d Vertical by pressing button 2 Horizontal moves the screen image to the left or to the right Vertical moves the screen image up and down H Size Horizontal Size adjusts the width of the screen image Vertical size is automatic with your LCD display Fine Tune sharpens focus by aligning the illuminated text and or graphic characters Try the Auto Adjust see page 9 before using the Fine Tune control Sharpness adjusts the clarity and focus of the screen image Setup Menu displays the menu shown below SETUP MENU LANGUAGE SELECT RESOLUTION NOTIFIER 001 OSD POSITION OSD TIMEOUT 1 EXIT The Setup Menu controls are explained below Language Select allows you to choose the language used in the menus and control screens ViewSonic VA720 10 Control Explanation Resolution Notifier advises the optimal resolution to use Resolution Notice For best picture qualit OSD Position allows you to move the on screen display menus and control screens OSD Timeout sets the length of time an on screen display screen is displayed For example with a 15 second setting if a control is not pushed within 15 seconds the display screen disappears 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 Other Information Specifications
12. e the four screw holes on the bottom of the base 4 Attach the mounting bracket from the VESA compatible wall mounting kit 100 mm x 100 mm distance 5 Attach the LCD displayto the wall following the instructions in the wall mounting kit Mounted on the wall ViewSonic VA720 5 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 timing mode use the OnView controls to adjust the screen image For the best picture quality set your LCD display timing mode to VESA 1280 x 1024 60 Hz To set the Timing Mode 1 Set the resolution Right click on the Windows desktop gt Properties gt Settings gt set the resolution 2 Set the refresh rate See your graphic card s user guide for instructions WARNING Do not set the graphics card in your computer to exceed the maximum refresh rate of 75Hz doing so may result in permanent damage to your LCD display OSD and Power Lock Settings e OSD Lock Press and hold 1 and the up arrow A for 10 seconds If any buttons are pressed the message OSD Locked will display for a few seconds e OSD Unlock Press and hold 1 and the up arrow A again for 10 seconds Power Button Lock Press and hold 1 and the down arrow W for 10
13. e your LCD display in a well ventilated area Do not place anything on your LCD display that prevents heat dissipation Ensure the area around the LCD display is clean and free of moisture Do not place heavy objects on the LCD display video cable or power cord If smoke abnormal noise or strange odor is present immediately switch the LCD display off and call your dealer or ViewSonic It is dangerous to continue using the LCD display ViewSonic VA720 3 Quick Installation Optional For instructions on wall mounting see page 5 of this user guide 1 Connect power cord 2 Connect video cable Make sure both the LCD display and computer are turned OFF Remove rear panel covers if necessary e Connect the video cable from the LCD display to the computer Macintosh users Models older than G3 require a Macintosh adapter Attach the adapter to the computer and plug the video cable into the adapter To order a ViewSonic Macintosh adapter contact ViewSonic Customer Support 3 Tum ON LCD display and computer Turn ON the LCD display then turn ON the computer This sequence LCD display before computer is important NOTE Windows users may receive a message asking them to install the INF file This is on the CD 4 Insert the ViewSonic Wizard CD into the computers CD drive Follow the on screen instructions Power cord to LCD display AC outlet wall socket BI Power cord to computer Video cable to comp
14. menu and the OSD timeout control described on page 11 2 To highlight a control you want to adjust press A or W to scroll up or down the Main Menu 3 To select the highlighted control press button 2 A control screen appears like the example shown below CONTRAST E The V down v RR arrow decreases 1 EXIT 2 BRIGHTNESS The line at the Contrast A up bottom of the screen arrow increases tells you what you Contrast can do next select the Brightness control or Exit 4 To adjust the control press the up A or down buttons 5 To save the adjustments and exit the menu press button 1 twice The following tips may help you optimize your display e Adjust your computer s graphic card so that it outputs a video signal 1280 x 1024 60 Hz to the LCD display Look for instructions on changing the refresh rate in your graphic card s user guide If necessary make small adjustments using H POSITION and V POSITION until the screen image is completely visible The black border around the edge of the screen should barely touch the illuminated active area of the LCD display ViewSonic VA720 8 Main Menu Controls Adjust the menu items shown below by using the up A and down buttons Contol Explanation Auto Adjust automatically sizes centers and fine tunes the video signal to eliminate waviness and distortion Press the 2 button to obtain a sharper image
15. n the United States and Canada Cord el Size of Conductors in Cord Maximum Current Rating of Unit 10 Amps 12 Amps 12 Amps SVT 18 AWG 10 Amps 17 AWG 12 Amps For European Countries In Europe you must use a cord set which is appropriate for the receptacles in your country The cord set is HAR Certified and a special mark that will appear on the outer sheath or on the insulation of one of the inner conductors AC PLUG CORD PRECAUTIONS FOR THE UNITED KINGDOM FOR YOUR SAFETY PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING TEXT CAREFULLY IF THE FITTED MOULDED PLUG IS UNSUITABLE FOR THE SOCKET OUTLET THEN THE PLUG SHOULD BE CUT OFF AND DISPOSED OF SAFELY THERE IS A DANGER OF SEVERE ELECTRICAL SHOCK IF THE CUT OFF PLUG IS INSERTED INTO AN APPROPRIATE SOCKET If a new plug is to be fitted please observe the wiring code as shown below If in any doubt please consult a qualified electrician WARNING THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE EARTHED IMPORTANT The wires in this mains lead are coloured in accordance with the following code Green and Yellow Earth Blue Neutral Brown Live If the coloured wires of the mains lead of this appliance do not correspond with the coloured markings identifying the terminals in your plug proceed as follows The wire which is coloured GREEN AND YELLOW must be connected to the terminal in the plug which is marked by the letter E or by the Earth symbol or coloured GREEN or GREEN AND YELLOW The wire which is coloured BLUE mu
16. radio TV technician for help FCC Waming To assure continued FCC compliance the user must use grounded power supply cord and the provided shielded video interface cable with bonded ferrite cores If a BNC cable is going to be used use only a shielded BNC 5 cable Also any unauthorized changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user s authority to operate this device CE Conformity for Europe The device complies with the requirements of the EEC directive 89 336 EEC as amended by 92 31 EEC and 93 68 EEC Art 5 with regard to Electromagnetic compatibility and 73 23 EEC as amended by 93 68 EEC Art 13 with regard to Safety ViewSonic VA720 18 ViewSonic Corporation
17. reservation of our environment Please dispose of this product properly at the end of its useful life Your local waste disposal company may provide information about proper disposal ViewSonic VA720 2 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 Windows 2000 Windows Me Millennium and Windows XP Package Contents Your LCD display package includes LCD display Power cords ViewSonic Wizard CD ROM NOTE The CD jacket contains the Quick Start Guide and the CD includes the User Guide PDF files and INF ICM display optimization files The INF file ensures compatibility with Windows operating systems and the ICM file Image Color Matching ensures accurate on screen colors ViewSonic recommends that you install both files Precautions Sit at least 18 from your LCD display e Avoid touching the screen Skin oils are difficult to remove Never remove the rear cover Your LCD display contains high voltage parts You may be seriously injured if you touch them Avoid exposing your LCD display to direct sunlight or another heat source Orient your LCD display away from direct sunlight to reduce glare Always handle your LCD display with care when moving it Plac
18. st be connected to the terminal in the plug which is marked with the letter N or coloured BLACK The wire which is coloured BROWN must be connected to the terminal in the plug which is marked with the letter L or coloured RED If you have any questions concerning which proper power cord to use please consult with the dealer from whom you have purchased the product ViewSonic VA720 17 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 installation This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions may cause harmful interference to radio communications However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna e Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver e Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected Consult the dealer or an experienced
19. uter If your computer does not have a CD ROM drive see Customer Support 1 Wait for the CD ROM to auto start NOTE If the CD ROM does not auto start double click on the CD ROM icon in the Windows Explorer then double click on viewsonic exe 2 Follow the on screen instructions 5 Windows users Set the timing Gen resolution and refresh rate Example 1280 x 1024 60 Hz For instructions on changing the resolution and refresh rate see the graphic card s user guide Installation is complete Enjoy your new ViewSonic LCD display To be best prepared for any future customer service needs print this user guide and write the serial number in For Your Records on page 2 See back of LCD display You can register your product online at the website for your region See the Customer Support table in this guide The ViewSonic Wizard CD ROM also provides an opportunity for you to print the registration form which you may mail or fax to ViewSonic Kensington Lock ViewSonic VA720 4 Installation of Wall Mount Optional To obtain a wall mounting kit contact ViewSonic or your local dealer Refer to the instructions that come with the base mounting kit To convert your LCD displayfrom a desk mounted to a wall mounted display do the following 1 Disconnect Power 2 Push the LCD display back and down flat against the base as shown 3 Lay the LCD displayface down on a towel or blanket Notic
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