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Product numbers 9417-HB7 9417-HG7 First Edition (May 2005) © Copyright Lenovo 2005. Portions © copyright IBM Corp. 2005. 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 the
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Contents Safety information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . iii Chapter1. Getting started . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1 Shipping contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-1 Product ove
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Safety information Before installing this product, read the Safety Information. íí í iii ThinkVision L171 Flat Panel Monitor User’s Guide
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Chapter 1. Getting started This User’s Guide contains detailed information on the ThinkVision™ L171p Flat Panel Monitor. 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: • ThinkVision L171p Flat Panel Monitor Setup Poster � Monitor Safety, Troublesh ooting, and Warranty Guide � Reference and Driver CD � ThinkVision L171p Flat Panel Monitor �Power Cord � Analog Interface Cable - Attac
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Types of adjustments Please see the illustration below for an example of the tilt range. Tilt/Swivel With the built-in pedestal, you can tilt and swivel the monitor for the most comfortable viewing angle. Height Adjustment After pressing the top of the monitor, remove the fixed pin and adjust the height of the monitor. 1-2 ThinkVision L171p Flat Panel Monitor User’s Guide
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Monitor Pivot 90 1. In locked/down Position - Tilt upwards, so that lower edge of monitor clears the stand. - Rotate clockwise until the monitor stops at 90 °. 2. Extended Position - Rotate clockwise until the monitor stops at 90 °. 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 “Adjusting your monitor image” on page 2-3. Chapter 1. 1-3
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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 procedure. 1.
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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. Plug the monitor power cord and the computer cord into grounded electrical outlets. Power on the monitor and the computer. To install the monitor driver, insert the Reference and Driver CD, click Install driver, and follow the on-screen instructions. Chapter 1. 1-5
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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 3-4 . Registering your product Please take a few moments to register your product and provide us with information that will help IBM to better serve you in
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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 detailed inf
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� Use adequate lighting for the type of work you are performing. � 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. If
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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. Input Change Switches the video input source. Using the
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Table 2-2. OSD functions Controls and Controls and OSD Icon on Main Adjustments Adjustments Menu Submenu Description (Analog) (Digital) Adjusts overall brightness Same as Analog Brightness Brightness/ Contrast Adjusts difference between Controls Locked - light and dark areas not required for Contrast digital input Moves the image left or right. Horizontal Position Image Position Moves the image up or down. Vertical Position Automatically optimizes the image. Automatic Image Set
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Table 2-2. OSD functions Controls and Controls and OSD Icon on Main Adjustments Adjustments Menu Submenu Description (Analog) (Digital) This monitor can accept video signals through two Same as Analog different connectors. Most desktop computers use Input video signal a D-SUB connector. Select digital among OSD Controls when you use DVI connector. - Selects D-SUB (Analog) - Selects DVI-Digital Shows resolution, refresh rate, and product details. Same as Analog Note: This screen does not allo
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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. Unlike CRT monitors, which require a high refresh rate to minimize flicker, LCD or Flat Panel technology is inherently flick
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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. Table 2-4. Power indicator Restoring State Power Indicator Screen Operation Compliance On Steady green Normal Sta
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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: � 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. This type of contact may cause permanent damage to your screen. � Use any cleaner which contains an anti-static solution or similar additives
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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 9417-Hxx Dimensions Height 381.2 mm (15.0 in.) Depth 204.7 mm (8.1 in.) Width 367.5 mm (14.5 in.) Stand Tilt Range: -0°, +30° Swivel Range: -45°, +45° Lift Range: 110.0mm Pivot Yes (clockwise 90 degree) VESA mount Supported 100 mm (3.9
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Table 3-1. Monitor specifications for type-model 9417-Hxx Video input (Digital) Interface DVI Input Signal VESA TMDS (Panel Link™) Horizontal addressability 1280 pixels (max) Vertical addressability 1024 lines (max) Clock frequency 135 MHz Communications VESA DDC CI Supported Display Modes Horizontal frequency 30 kHz - 81 kHz (VESA Standard modes Vertical frequency 56 Hz - 76 Hz between noted ranges) Native Resolution 1280 x 1024 at 60 Hz Temperature Operating 10° to 35° C (5° to 95° F) Stora
