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L171p Flat Panel Monitor
Users Guide
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Product numbers 9417-HC2 9417-HH2 9417-HW2 9227-HB2 9227-HG2 First Edition (November 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, then w
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Contents Safety information .........................................................................................................iii Chapter 1. Getting started .......................................................................................... 1-1 Shipping contents .......................................................................................................................................................... 1-1 Product overview ...............................................
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Safety information © Copyright Lenovo 2006.5. iii
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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, Troubleshooting, and Warranty Guide · Reference and Driver CD · ThinkVision L171p Flat Panel Monitor · Power Cord · Analog Interface Cable- At
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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 L171p Flat Panel Monitor Users Guide
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Monitor Pivot 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. Cable lock slot Your monitor is equipped with a cable lock slot located on the
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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. Power off your computer and all attached devices, and unplug the computer power cord. 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-at
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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. 2 Note : An approved power cord H05VV-F, 3G, 0.75mm must be used. Chapter 1. Getting started 1-5
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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. 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 pa
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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 informa
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· Tilt: Adjust the tilt of your monitor to optimize the appearance of the screen content and to accommodate your preferred head and neck posture. · General location: Position your monitor to avoid glare or reflections on the screen from overhead lighting or nearby windows. The following are some other tips for comfortable viewing of your monitor: · Use adequate lighting for the type of work you are performing. · Use the monitor brightness, contrast, and image adjustment controls, if equipped, to
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Accessibility information Lenovo is committed to providing greater access to information and technology to people with disabilities. With assistive technologies, users can access information in the way most appropriate to their disability. Some of these technologies are already provided in your operating system; others can be purchased through vendors or accessed at: http://www.ibm.com/able/ Adjusting your monitor image This section describes the user control features used to adjust your monitor
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To use the controls: 1. Press to open the main OSD menu. 2. Use or to move among the icons. Select an icon and press to access that function. If there is a sub-menu, you can move between options using or , then press to select that function. Use or to make adjustments. Press to save. 3. Press to move backwards through the sub-menus and exit from the OSD. 4. Press and hold for 10 seconds to lock the OSD. This will prevent accidental adjustments to the OSD. Press and hold for 10 secon
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Table 2-2. OSD functions OSD Icon Submenu Description Controls and Controls on Main Adjustments and Menu (Analog) Adjustments (Digital) Adjusts overall brightness Same as Brightness Analog Brightness- Adjusts difference between light and dark areas Controls /Contrast Contrast Locked not required for Moves the image left or right. digital input Image Horizontal Position Position Moves the image up or down. Vertical Position Automatically optimizes the image. Image Automatic Setup Manually optimiz
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Table 2-2. OSD functions (continued) OSD Icon on Submenu Description Controls and Controls and Main Menu Adjustments Adjustments (Analog) (Digital) Adjusts menu location on the screen. Same as Analog Options Menu Position Default Returns the menu position to the default settings. Custom · Horizontal: Changes the horizontal position of the OSD. · Vertical: Changes the vertical position of the OSD. · Save · Cancel · Factory Default Reset Resets monitor to the original factory settings. C
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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, 66 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, 72Hz, 75 Hz ,76Hz Image rotation Before rotating the monitor, you should set-up your computer to rotate the image. Rotating the image may require special imaging software or you may find that your computer is prel
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Detaching the monitor stand After placing the monitor face down on a clean surface or soft cloth, remove the four screws from the stand to remove it from the monitor. 2-9 L171p Flat Panel Monitor Users Guide
