Contents Safety information .......................... iii General Safety guidelines..................................iii Chapter 1. Getting started ......................1-1 Shipping contents ....................................1-1 Notice for use ....................................... 1-2 Product overview....................................1-3 Types of adjustments ..................................1-3 Tilt........................................1-3 Monitor controls....................................1-4 Cable lock slot....................................1-4 Setting up your monitor ..................................
Safety information General Safety guidelines For tips to help you use your computer safely, go to: http://www.lenovo.com/safety Before installing this product, read the Safety Information. DANGER To avoid shock hazard: • Do not remove the covers. • Do not operate this product unless the stand is attached.
This User’s Guide provides detailed operation instructions for the user. For quick instruction overview, please see the Setup Poster for brief information. Shipping contents The product package should include the following items: • Information Flyer • Lenovo Limited Warranty Booklet • Flat Panel Monitor • Power Cord • HDMI Cable (Optional) •...
Notice for use To set up your monitor, please see the illustrations below. Note: Do not touch the monitor within the screen area. The screen area is glass and can be damaged by rough handling or excessive pressure. 1. Place your monitor with the screen face down on a soft flat surface. 2.
Product overview This section will provide information on adjusting monitor positions, setting user controls, and using the cable lock slot. Types of adjustments Tilt Please see the illustration below for an example of the tilt range. Chapter 1.
Monitor controls The keypad controls on the panel frame are accesses to various functions. For information on how to utilize these keypad controls, please see “Adjusting your monitor image”on page 2-3. Cable lock slot Your monitor is equipped with a cable lock slot located on the rear of your monitor. HDMI Chapter 1.
Setting up your monitor This section provides information on how to set up your monitor. Connecting and turning on your monitor Note: Be sure to read the Safety information on page iii before carrying out this procedure. Power off your computer and all attached devices, then unplug the computer power cord. Connect the cables according to below icon indication.
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For computer in HDMI connecting. Note: For other regions Lenovo recommends that customers who require to use the HDMI input on their monitor purchase the "Lenovo HDMI to HDMI cable OB47070" http://www.lenovo.com/support/monitoraccessories HDMI HDMI HDMI Connect the speaker's audio cable and audio jack of monitor to transfer audio source from HDMI/DP.
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used. Alternative a flexible cord be of synthetic rubber according to IEC 60245 (designation H05RR-F 3G 0.75mm2 ) shall be used. HDMI Connect the cables with cable clip. HDMI HDMI Chapter 1.
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Power on the monitor and the computer. 9. When you install the monitor driver, download the driver that corresponds to your monitor model from the Lenovo website http://support.lenovo.com/docs/L27q_30. Refer to the ““Manually installing the monitor driver”on page 3-5” section to install the driver.
For more detailed information on any of these topics, visit the Healthy Computing Web site at: http://www.lenovo.com/healthycomputing/. Arranging your work area Use a work surface of appropriate height and available working area to allow you to work in comfort.
The following are some other tips for comfortable viewing of your monitor: • Use adequate lighting for the type of work you are performing. • Use the monitor brightness, contrast controls, if equipped to optimize the image on your screen to meet your visual preferences. •...
Adjusting your monitor image This section describes the control features to adjust your monitor image. Using the direct access controls The direct access controls can be used when the On-Screen Display (OSD) is not displayed. Icon Control Description Press and hold for 10 seconds to enable or disable the DDC-CI DDC-CI function Exit...
Using the On-Screen Display (OSD) controls To adjust the settings, the user controls can be viewed through the OSD. L27q-30 2560x1440 Brightness Contrast Display Mode Scaling Mode Over Drive Input Signal: HDMI To use the controls: Press to open the main OSD menu.
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The regulation of Energy Star improves energy efficiency and reduces air pollution by using more energy-efficient equipment in homes, offices and factories. One way to achieve this goal is to use management to reduce energy consumption when products are not in use. The default settings for monitors conform to Energy Star certification. Any changes by users for more features and functionalities may increase power consumption, which will exceed the limitation of Energy Star’s standard.
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Table 2-1. OSD functions OSD Icon on Controls and Sub menu Description Main Menu Adjustments Brightness Adjusts overall screen brightness. All input ports Contrast Adjusts difference between light and dark areas. Basic image Enable dynamic contrast ratio. setting • • Display Mode Standard/Game/Web/Movie/Picture Scaling Mode...
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Table 2-1. OSD functions OSD Icon on Controls and Sub menu Description Main Menu Adjustments Information Shows Model name, refresh rate, and All input ports product details. This screen does not allow any Menu setting changes to the settings. Language Changes languages of menu.
Selecting a supported display mode The display mode of the monitor uses is controlled by the computer. Therefore, refer to your computer documentation on how to change display modes. The image size, position and shape might be changed when the display mode changes. This is normal and the image can be re-adjusted using automatic image setup and the image controls.
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 each working day, or whenever you expect to leave it unused for long periods during the day.
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* Maximum power consumption with max luminance. This document is informational only and reflects laboratory performance. Your product may perform differently, depending on the software, components and peripherals you ordered and shall have no obligation to update such information. Accordingly, the customer should not rely upon this information in making decisions about electrical tolerances or otherwise.
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 monitor or any other electrical equipment. •...
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Step 3: Remove the base and stand from the monitor, refer to "Detaching the monitor base and stand"on page 2-11". Step 4: Attach the mounting bracket from the VESA compatible wall mounting kit (100mm x100mm distance), the type of VESA mounting screw is M4 x 10 mm. VESA hole Step 5: Attach the LCD display to the wall, and follow the instructions in the wall-mounting kit.
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-model L27q-30 Dimensions Depth 210.0 mm (8.27 in.) Height 444.6 mm (17.50 in.) Width 613.6 mm (24.15 in.)
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Table 3-1. Monitor specifications for type-model L27q-30 HDMI Interface HDMI Input signal VESA TMDS (Panel Link™) Horizontal addressability 2560 pixels (max) Vertical addressability 1440 lines (max) Clock frequency 300 MHz Communications VESA DDC/CI Supported display Horizontal frequency 30 KHz - 144 KHz...
Troubleshooting If you have a problem setting up or using your monitor, you might be able to solve it yourself. Before calling your dealer or Lenovo, try the suggested actions that are appropriate to your problem. Table 3-2. Troubleshooting Problem...
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Table 3-2. Troubleshooting Problem Possible cause Suggested action Reference The power The video signal cable Be sure the video cable is “Connecting and indicator is amber, is loose or disconnected connected with the system turning on your but there is no from the system or properly.
Open button. Click the OK button. 15. In the new window, select LEN L27q-30 and click Next. 16. After the installation is complete, delete all downloaded files and close all windows. 17. Restart the system. The system will automatically select the maximum refresh rate and corresponding Color Matching Profiles.
Color Matching Profiles. On LCD monitors, unlike CRTs, a faster refresh rate does not improve display quality. Lenovo recommends using either 2560 x 1440 at a refresh rate of 60 Hz, or 640 x 480 at a refresh rate of 60 Hz.
Product replacement assistance or exchange of defective components also is available during the warranty period. In addition, if your option is installed in a Lenovo computer, you might be entitled to service at your location. A Lenovo technical support representative can help you determine the best alternative.
Collecting and recycling a disused Lenovo computer or monitor If you are a company employee and need to dispose of a Lenovo computer or monitor that is the property of the company, you must do so in accordance with the Law for Promotion of Effective Utilization of Resources.
Power cords and power adapters Use only the power cords and power adapters supplied by the product manufacturer. Do not use the ac power cord for other devices. Appendix B.