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 contains detailed information on the your Flat Panel Monitor. For a quick overview, please see the Setup Poster that was shipped with your monitor. Lenovo G27q-30 supports Lenovo Display Control Center – Artery. Shipping contents The product package should include the following items:...
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. Height Adjustment For height adjustment, user needs to press down or lift up the monitor. 135mm Chapter 1.
Monitor controls Your monitor has controls on the front which are used to adjust the display. For information on how to use these 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. Chapter 1.
Note: The type of plug & Socket shown here are for illustration only. 2. Connect the cables according to below icon indication. 3. For computer in HDMI connecting. Note:Lenovo recommends that customers who require to use the HDMI input on their monitor purchase the “Lenovo HDMI to HDMI cable OB47070” www.lenovo.com/support/monitoraccessories.
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4. For computer in DP connecting. 5. Connect the speaker’s audio cable and audio jack of monitor to transfer audio source from HDMI or DP. Note: The audio output in HDMI or DP modes. Warning note: Excessive sound pressure from earphones and headphones can cause hearing loss.
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6. Insert the power cord into the monitor, then plug the monitor power cord and the computer cord into grounded electrical outlets. Note: A certified power supply cord has to be used with this equipment. The relevant national installation and or equipment regulations shall be considered. A certified power supply cord not lighter than ordinary polyvinyl chloride flexible cord according to IEC 60227 (designation H05VV-F 3G 0.75mm or H05VVH2-F2 3G 0.75mm...
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7. Connect the cables with cable clip. 8. Power on the monitor and the computer. Chapter 1.
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In addition, use healthy work habits to maximize your performance and comfort while using your computer. For more detailed information on any of these topics, visit the Healthy Computing Web site at: http://www.lenovo.com/ healthycomputing/.
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. Keep your monitor screen clean so you can focus on the screen’s contents. Any concentrated and sustained visual activity can be tiring for your eyes.
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. Table 2-1. Direct access controls Icon Control Description...
Using the On-Screen Display (OSD) controls To adjust the settings, the user controls can be viewed through the OSD. G27q-30 Game Model G27q-30 Screen Settings Firmware LW1.0 Color Settings VNA748NH Input Souroe OSD Settings Mode Standard Information Format 8blt RGB4:4:4 To use the controls: 1.
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Table 2-2. OSD functions OSD Icon on Controls and Sub menu Description Main Menu Adjustments Standard FPS1 FPS2 Racing Game Mode Standard Game1 Game Game2 Level2 Over Drive Off/Level 1/Level 2/Level 3/Level 4 MPRT on/off Auto FreeSync Premium Off / Auto Refresh Rate Off/Left Top/Right Top/Left Bottom/Right Bottom Brightness...
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 the display mode changes. This is normal and the image can be readjusted 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.
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. Touch the screen area of your monitor with sharp or abrasive items.
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Step 3: Remove the base from the monitor, refer to “Detaching the monitor base and stand”. Step 4: Attach the mounting bracket from the VESA compatible wall mounting kit (100mm x100mm distance), VESA Mounting Screw M4 x 10 mm. VESA hole Step 5: Attach the LCD display to the wall, following the instructions in the wallmounting 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 66E8-G*C2-WW Dimensions Depth 239.2 mm (9.42 in.) Height 528.99 mm (20.83 in.) Width 614.1 mm (24.18 in.) Panel...
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Table 3-1. Monitor specifications for type-model 66E8-G*C2-WW Video input (DP) Interface Input signal VESA TMDS (Panel Link™) Horizontal addressability 2560 pixels (max) Vertical addressability 1440 lines (max) Clock frequency 650 MHz Communications VESA DDC Supported Display Horizontal frequency(HDMI) 30 kHz - 230 kHz Modes Vertical frequency(HDMI) 48 Hz - 144 Hz...
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 One or more of This is a characteristic If there are more than five Appendix A.”Service the pixels appear of the LCD technology pixels missing, contact the and Support”on page discolored. and is not an LCD Support Center.
Color Matching Profiles. Note: On LCD monitors, unlike CRTs, a faster refresh rate does not improve display quality. Lenovo recommends using either2560 x 1440 at a refresh rate of 60 Hz, or 640 x 480 at a refresh rate of 60 Hz.
Note: 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.
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 your product. Refer to the Lenovo Limited Warranty for a full explanation of Lenovo warranty terms.
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 manufacture Do not use the ac power cord for other devices. Appendix B.