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ThinkVision Monitor L190 L190 English User’s Guide...
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First Edition (July /2005) Note: For important information, refer to the Monitor Safety, Troubleshooting, and Warranty booklet that comes with this monitor. ii i...
Safety (Read first)...2 Setting up the monitor ...5 Product description ...5 Handling instructions...5 Security slot ...6 Workplace preparation ...7 Adjusting the monitor position...7 Working practices...8 Caring for your monitor ...8 Connecting your monitor...9 Turning on your monitor ...10 Device driver installation ...11 Windows 95/98...11 Windows 2000/Me...12 Windows XP ...13...
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Always observe the following precautions to reduce the risk of injury and property damage. Do not attempt to service a product yourself unless instructed to do so by the Lenovo Support Center. Use only an Lenovo authorized service provider who is approved to repair your particular product.
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In addition many mobile products such as ThinkPad notebook PCs utilize a rechargeable battery pack to provide system power when in portable mode. Batteries supplied by Lenovo for use with your product have been tested for compatibility and should only be replaced with Lenovo approved parts.
Setting up the monitor Product description The ThinkVision Monitor, L190, is a TFT LCD Color Monitor. It requires a computer with a suitable on-board sub-system or Video Adapter card that can support SXGA 1280 x 1024, XGA 1024 x 768, SVGA 800 x 600, or VGA 640 x 480 at 60Hz.
Security slot This slot can be used to connect to a locking cable. Locking cables can be purchased separately at most computer stores. Security slot...
3. Tilt the monitor to a comfortable viewing angle. Adjusting the monitor position With the Lenovo Flat Viewing angle Panel Monitor, you can You can tilt the screen forward and backward as shown below in Figure A.
Working practices This section gives advice Rest on how you can work Take regular breaks. Vary your posture, stand up and stretch occasionally comfortably and reduce as prolonged use of computer workstations can be tiring. fatigue. Back Sit back in your chair and use the backrest. Hands Adjust the seat height so that your forearms are approximately horizontal and your wrists are straight when using the keyboard.
Connecting your monitor 1. Turn off your computer and all attached devices. Next, unplug all power Be sure to read the Safety Information located in the Monitor cords to your computer and all attached devices. Safety, Troubleshooting, and Warranty booklet before carrying 2.
Turning on your monitor 1. Turn on your computer. 2. Turn on your monitor by pushing and releasing the power switch marked " at the front of the bezel. To turn off your monitor, push and release the power switch again. •...
9. Ensure that the CD drive letter is selected, and then select the DRIVERS folder. 10. Select Lenovo L190 monitor and click OK. The files will be copied from the CD to your hard disk drive. 11. Close all open windows and remove the CD.
13. Click OK. 14. Ensure that the CD drive letter is selected, and then select the 15. Select Lenovo L190 monitor and click OK. The files will be copied from 16. Close all open windows and remove the CD. 17. Restart the computer.
14. Ensure that the CD drive letter is selected, and then select the DRIVERS folder. 15. Select Lenovo L190 monitor and click OK. The files will be copied from the CD to your hard disk drive. 16. Close all open windows and remove the CD.
In order to optimize the displayed image a set-up utility is provided on the The Setup Utility included Lenovo User’s Guide and Installation Files CD. Operation of this utility is on the setup CD displays a dependent on the operating system on your computer. You may choose to test pattern of dots.
Image setup for DOS If the monitor is in standby To set up the monitor automatically in DOS, do the following. mode, it may automatically turn off while you are waiting for 1. Turn on the monitor first; then turn on the computer. it to warm up.
Image setup for Windows 95, Windows 98, Windows NT, Windows 2000, Windows Me, or Windows XP If the monitor is in standby To set up the monitor automatically in Windows 95, Windows 98, Windows mode, it may automatically NT, Windows 2000, Windows Me, or Windows XP, do the following: turn off while you are waiting for it to warm up.
Manual Image setup If the monitor is in standby Normally, you can complete the setup procedure using Automatic Image setup mode, it might automatically however, if your screen image is still distorted after you perform Image setup or turn off while you are waiting the setup CD does not run on your system, perform M for it to warm up.
Adjusting your LCD monitor User controls The image is already optimized for many display modes, however the user controls can be used to adjust the image to your liking. The settings are saved after adjustment and when exiting the OSD and USER CONTROL FEATURES will be effective thereafter.
On-screen display (OSD) controls The settings adjustable with the user controls are viewed through the On - The LCD monitor needs Screen Display (OSD). Press the enter button " time to become thermally menu. stable the first time you turn it on each day.
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OSD Icon The Image setup function is used to adjust the level of noise in the video signal, which causes horizontal lines Automatic or areas on the screen where the Image Setup image appears to be unstable and jitter or shimmer. This can be adjusted automatically or manually.
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OSD Icon Displays the detailed information of mode, model name, serial number and microcode. Information Options The language chosen affects only the language of the OSD. Select one of the six languages to use for the OSD. Language Your selection does not affect any software running on the computer.
Further information Display modes If your computer has previously been used with a CRT monitor and is currently configured to a display mode outside the range that the Flat Panel monitor can display, you may need to re-attach the CRT monitor temporarily until you have reconfigured the computer, preferably to 1280 x...
* There may be a slight delay before the picture reappears. Product disposal The fluorescent lamps in the liquid crystal display contain a small amount of mercury. Dispose of it as required by local ordinances and regulations. ® Partner, Lenovo has determined that this product Power Screen State Indicator...
Troubleshooting If you have a problem setting up or using your monitor, you may be able to solve it yourself. Before calling your retailer or Lenovo Support Center, try the suggested actions that are appropriate to your problem. Possible Problem...
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Problem Screen is blank and power indicator is flashing green every 0.5 second Check Signal Cable message is shown and power indicator is steady amber. Image appears to be smeared For image problems, you may want to run Image setup again before referring to this section.
If you are unable to correct the problem yourself, you may seek further help as follows: Customer Support center In other countries contact your dealer, retailer, or other Lenovo authorized If possible, stay by your computer. Your Technical service representative.
Specifications This color monitor (Type-model 9329-Ax9) uses a 19.0-inch TFT LCD. Power consumption figures are for the monitor and the power supply combined. Weight Image Power Input Power Consumption Video Input Sync Input Communications Supported Display Modes Environment Without Stand Height: 346.0 mm (13.12 in.) Width:...
Service information The following parts are for use by Lenovo service, or Lenovo authorized dealers, to support the customer warranty. Parts are for service use only. 40Y8380 73P4592 22P9262 40Y8385 40Y7469 Model Type 9329-Ax9 Description Video Analog Business Black FRU Monitor...
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