Safety information General safety guidelines 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. Do not connect or disconnect this product during an electrical storm. The power cord plug must be connected to a properly wired and grounded power outlet.
Product overview This section will provide information on adjusting monitor positions, setting user controls, and using the cable lock slot. Adjusting the tilt The illustration below shows the tile range of the monitor. For more information, see “Positioning your monitor” on page 2-1. Monitor controls Your monitor has controls on the front which are used to adjust the display.
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. 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 located on page iii before carrying out this procedure . Power off your computer and all attached devices, and unplug the computer power cord.
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Connect the analog signal cable to the video port on the back of the computer Note: One end of the signal cable is already pre-attached to your monitor. Connect one end of the HDMI cable to the monitor HDMI connector and the other end to the computer if it has one HDMI output connector.
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Connect the audio cable to A/I audio jack of the monitor and the other end on the back of the computer soundcard audio out jack. Place all cables(Adapter/ VGA/HDMI/USB/Audio) into the cable clip indicated in below figure. Assembled line-cover as showed below. Chapter 1.
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10. Insert the Adapter into the monitor ,then plug the monitor power cord and the computer cord into grounded electrical outlets. Place the cable into the specific hook indicated in below figure. Note: A certified power supply cord has to be used with this equipment. The relevant national installation and/or equipment regulations shall be considered.
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13. To install the monitor driver, insert the Reference and Driver CD, click Install driver, and follow the on-screen instructions. 14. 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.
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.
• 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 My ...
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The 120Hz Double Frame Rate Technique Introduction ‧ The 120Hz Double Frame Rate Technique speeds up the image refresh rate from 50/60Hz up to 100/120Hz by a Motion Estimation and Motion Compensation (MEMC) control circuit to compensate an inter-frame through the storage and operation method to insert back into its original frame stream for playing. This technique improves the image dragging and image flickering that occurred from playing motion frames, and provides viewers smoother motion images.
Using the On-Screen Display (OSD) controls To adjust the settings, the user controls can be viewed through the OSD. To use the controls: Press to open the main OSD menu. to move among the icons. Select an icon and 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 Image Properties Color Input video signal L2461x Wide Flat Panel Monitor User’s Guide Controls and Adjustments Description Adjusts overall Screen brightness...
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Table 2-2. OSD functions OSD Icon on Main Menu Submenu Scaling NOVO VISION Options Information Menu Language Menu Position factory default Accessibility MUTE Exit Controls and Adjustments Description • Selects type of scaled image • Original AR:same aspect ratio with input signal •...
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...
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 white, 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.
Note: On LCD monitors, unlike CRTs, a faster refresh rate does not improve display quality. Lenovo recommends using either 1920 x 1080 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 1920 x 1080 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 1920 x 1080 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.
Consult your local Lenovo representative for information on the products and services currently available in your area. Any reference to a Lenovo product, program, or service is not intended to state or imply that only that Lenovo product, program, or service may be used. Any functionally equivalent product, program, or service that does not infringe any Lenovo intellectual property right may be used instead.
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.
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F-2. How to setting PC (50Hz and 60Hz setting) Windows 7 System 1. Clicking the mouse right button to select Personalize. 2. Click the Advanced settings icon. Appendix . F 120Hz Description...
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Windows Vista System 1. Clicking the mouse right button to select Personalize. 2. Click the Display settings icon. Appendix . F 120Hz Description...
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Windows XP system 1. Clicking the mouse right button to select Properties. 2. Open Properties and Click the Settings icon. Appendix . F 120Hz Description...