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Product overview This section will provide information on adjusting monitor positions, setting user controls. Adjusting the tilt The illustration below shows the tile range of the monitor. For more information, see see “Positioning your monitor” on page 2-1. Swivel With the built-in pedestal, you can swivel the monitor for the most comfortable viewing angle.
Cable lock slot Your monitor is equipped with a cable lock slot located on the rear of your monitor (in the lower position). Please see the instructions that come with the cable lock to learn how to attach it. Setting up your monitor This section provides information on how to set up your monitor.
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Connect the digital cable to the DVI connector of the monitor and the other end on the back of the computer. Note: The digital cable is not included with the monitor. Place the cable into the specific hook indicated in below figure. Insert the power cord into the monitor ,then plug the monitor power cord and the computer cord into grounded electrical outlets.
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Power on the monitor and the computer. To install the monitor driver, insert the driver, and follow the on-screen instructions. To optimize your monitor image, press the Automatic Image Setup key. Automatic image setup requires that the monitor is warmed up for at least 15 minutes.
• Use the monitor brightness, contrast, and image adjustment 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. Be sure to periodically look away from your monitor screen and focus on a far object to allow your eye muscles to relax.
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 adiust the settings, the user controls can be viewed through the OSD. To use the controls: 1. Touch the lower right conner of the front bezel with finger slightly, then the function key icons will light in blue. Press function.
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Table 2-2. OSD functions OSD Icon on Main Menu Submenu Brightness Brightness/ Contrast Contrast Horizontal Position Image Position Vertical Position Automatic Image Setup Manual Color Image Properties Scaling Controls and Adjustments Description Adjusts overall brightness Adjusts difference between light and dark areas Moves the image left or right.
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Table 2-2. OSD functions OSD Icon on Main Menu Submenu Input video signal NOVO VISION Information Options Menu Language Menu Position Reset Accessibility MUTE L222 Wide FHD Flat Panel Monitor User’s Guide Controls and Adjustments Description This monitor can accept video signals through two different connectors.
This is normal and the image can be readjusted using automatic image setup and the image controls. Unlike CRT monitors, which require a high refresh rate to minimize flicker, LCD or Flat Panel technology is inherently flicker-free. Note: If your system has previously been used with a CRT monitor and is currently configured to a display mode outside the range of this monitor, you may need to re- attach the CRT monitor temporarily until you have re-configured the system;...
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.
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 The words "Out...
Table 3-2. Troubleshooting Problem The power indicator is green, but there is no image. One or more of the pixels appear discolored • Fuzzy lines in text or a blurry image. • Horizontal or vertical lines through the image. Manual image setup If automatic image setup does not establish the image that you prefer, perform manual image setup.
Installing the monitor driver in Windows Vista To use the Plug and Play feature Microsoft Windows Vista, do the following: Note: You must download file from the Lenovo Monitor CD to use the Plug and Play feature in Windows Vista.
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Color Matching Profiles. Note: On LCD monitors, unlike CRTs, a faster refresh rate does not improve display quality. Lenovo recommends using either 1920x1200 at a refresh rate of 60 Hz, or 640 x 480 at a refresh rate of 60 Hz.