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Product numbers 9227-AC1 9227-AT1 9170-AA1 9170-AB1 Third Edition (July 2006) © Copyright Lenovo 2006. All rights reserved. U.S. GOVERNMENT USERS - RESTRICTED RIGHTS: Our products and/or services are provided with RESTRICTED RIGHTS. Use, duplication or disclosure by the Government is subject to the GSA ADP Schedule contract with Lenovo Group Limited, if any, or the standard terms of this commercial license, or if the agency is unable to accept this Program under these terms, t
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Contents Safety information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . iv Chapter 1. Getting started . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1 Shipping contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1 Attaching the base and handling your monitor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1 Product overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2 Types of adjustments . . . . . . . . . .
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Safety information Before installing this product, read the Safety Information. Antes de instalar este produto, leia as Informações de Segurança. Pred instalací tohoto produktu si prectete prírucku bezpecnostních instrukcí. Læs sikkerhedsforskrifterne, før du installerer dette produkt. Ennen kuin asennat tämän tuotteen, lue turvaohjeet kohdasta Safety Information. Avant d’installer ce produit, lisez les consignes de sécurité. Vor der Installation dieses Produkts die S
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Chapter 1. Getting started T his U ser ’s G uide contains detailed information on y f f f f f F F y f f f f F f f F f f F our Flat Panel M onitor. For a quick overview, please see the Setup Poster that was shipped with your monitor. Shipping contents The product package should include the following items: v Setup Poster v Monitor Safety, Troubleshooting, and Warranty Guide v Reference and Driver CD v Flat Panel Monitor v Power Cord v Analog Interface Cable- Attached to mo
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Note: To attach a VESA mount, please see “Detaching the monitor stand” on page 2-7. Product overview This section will provide information on adjusting monitor positions, setting user controls, and using the cable lock slot. Types of adjustments Please see the illustration below for an example of the tilt range. -4° 30° User 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 “Adjustin
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Cable lock slot Your monitor is equipped with a cable lock slot located on the rear of your monitor (in the lower right corner). Please see the instructions that came with the cable lock to learn how to attach it. Setting up your monitor This section provides information to help you set up your monitor. Connecting and turning on your monitor Note: Be sure to read the Safety Information located in the Monitor Safety, Troubleshooting, and Warranty Guide before carrying out this proc
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2. 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. 3. Insert the power cord into the monitor, then plug the monitor power cord and the computer cord into grounded electrical outlets. 4. Power on the monitor and the computer. 1-4 Flat Panel Monitor User ’s Guide
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5. To install the monitor driver, insert the Reference and Driver CD, click Install driver, and follow the on-screen instructions. 6. 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. This is not required for normal operation. Note: If automatic image setup does not establish the image that you prefer, perform manual image setup. See “Manual image setup” on page 3-3. Re
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Chapter 2. Adjusting and using your monitor This section will give you information on adjusting and using your monitor. Comfort and accessibility Good ergonomic practice is important to get the most from your personal computer and to avoid discomfort. Arrange your workplace and the equipment you use to suit your individual needs and the kind of work that you perform. In addition, use healthy work habits to maximize your performance and comfort while using your computer. For more detail
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v Use adequate lighting for the type of work you are performing. v Use the monitor brightness, contrast, and image adjustment controls, if equipped, to optimize the image on your screen to meet your visual preferences. v 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 r
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Adjusting your monitor image This section describes the user control features used 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. Note: The direct access controls are blue. Table 2-1. Direct access controls Icon Control Description Image Setup Activates automatic image adjustment. Brightness Direct access to Brightness adjustment. Using the On-Screen Display (OSD) contr
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Table 2-2. OSD functions OSD Icon on Main Menu Submenu Description Adjusts overall brightness Brightness Brightness/Contrast Adjusts difference between light Contrast and dark areas Moves the image left or right. Image Position Horizontal Position Moves the image up or down. Vertical Position Automatically optimizes the Image Setup Automatic image. Manually optimizes the image. Manual See “Manual image setup” on page 3-3. v Clock v Phase
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Table 2-2. OSD functions (continued) OSD Icon on Main Menu Submenu Description Menu position adjusts menu Options Menu Position location on the screen. Default Default returns the menu position to the default settings. Custom v Horizontal: Changes the horizontal position of the OSD. v Vertical: Changes the vertical position of the OSD. v Save v Cancel Factory Reset v Reset Resets monitor to the original factory settings. Accessibility Controls button and m
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The display modes shown below have been optimized at the factory. Table 2-3. Factory set display modes Addressability Refresh rate 640 x 350 70 Hz 640 x 480 60 Hz, 72 Hz, 75 Hz 720 x 400 70 Hz 800 x 600 60 Hz, 72 Hz, 75 Hz 1024 x 768 60 Hz, 70 Hz, 75 Hz 1280 x 1024 60 Hz, 70 Hz, 75 Hz 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 descri
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Caring for your monitor Be sure to turn off the power before you perform any maintenance on the monitor. Do not: v Apply water or liquid directly to your monitor. v Use solvents or abrasives. v Use flammable cleaning materials to clean your monitor or any other electrical equipment. v Touch the screen area of your monitor with sharp or abrasive items. This type of contact may cause permanent damage to your screen. v Use any cleaner which contains an anti-static solution or s
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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 9227-Axx,9170-Axx Dimensions Height 382.3 mm; 387.3 mm (PSWG) Depth 162 mm Width 366.8 mm; 370.8 mm (PSWG) Stand Tilt range -4°/+30° VESA mount Supported 100 mm (3.94 in.) Radial arm sold separately. Image Viewable image size 4
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Table 3-1. Monitor specifications for type-model 9227-Axx, 9170-Axx (continued) Humidity Operating 10% to 80% Storage 5% to 95% Shipping 5% to 95% 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 Possible cause Suggested action Reference The words ″Out The system is set “Selecting a s
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Table 3-2. Troubleshooting (continued) Problem Possible cause Suggested action Reference Screen is blank The monitor is in “Understanding power v Press any key on the and power Standby/Suspend management” on page keyboard or move the indicator is mode 2-6 mouse to restore steady amber or operation. flashing green v Check the Power Options settings on your computer. The power The video signal Be sure the video cable is “Connecting and turning indicator is cable is loose or co
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v Clock (pixel frequency) adjusts the number of pixels scanned by one horizontal sweep. If the frequency is not correct, the screen shows vertical stripes and the picture does not have the correct width. v Phase adjusts the phase of the pixel clock signal. With a wrong phase adjustment, the picture has horizontal disturbances in light picture. 4. When the image no longer looks distorted, save the Clock and Phase adjustments. 5. Press to leave the OSD menu. Manually installing
