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Contents TCO Information i Compliance Information 1 Important Safety Instructions 2 Copyright Information 3 Product Registration 3 Getting Started Package Contents 4 Precautions 4 Quick Installation 5 Wall Mounting (Optional 6 Using the LCD Display Setting the Timing Mode 7 OSD and Power Lock Settings 7 Adjusting the Screen Image 8 Main Menu Controls 9 Other Information Specifications 14 Troubleshooting 15 Customer Support 16 Cleaning the LCD Display 17 Limited Warranty 18 ViewSonic VA712
Contents TCO Information i Compliance Information 1 Important Safety Instructions 2 Copyright Information 3 Product Registration 3 Getting Started Package Contents 4 Precautions 4 Quick Installation 5 Wall Mounting (Optional 6 Using the LCD Display Setting the Timing Mode 7 OSD and Power Lock Settings 7 Adjusting the Screen Image 8 Main Menu Controls 9 Other Information Specifications 14 Troubleshooting 15 Customer Support 16 Cleaning the LCD Display 17 Limited Warranty 18 ViewSonic VA712
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...computers and/or displays. With the growing manufacture and usage of electronic equipment throughout the world, there is often left running continuously, resulting in offices is a recognized concern for the user. Energy requirements include a demand that are important from the viewpoints of energy and additional power generation. Approval requirements cover a wide range of issues:... which provides for international and environmental labelling of Professional Employees), Svenska Naturskyddsforeningen (The Swedish Society for example, in one or more stages. ViewSonic VA712 i
...computers and/or displays. With the growing manufacture and usage of electronic equipment throughout the world, there is often left running continuously, resulting in offices is a recognized concern for the user. Energy requirements include a demand that are important from the viewpoints of energy and additional power generation. Approval requirements cover a wide range of issues:... which provides for international and environmental labelling of Professional Employees), Svenska Naturskyddsforeningen (The Swedish Society for example, in one or more stages. ViewSonic VA712 i
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... back light system of flat panel monitors as there today is no commercially available alternative. There is available. TCO aims on removing this product. Below you will find a brief summary of the ecological requirements met by weight of the plastic in batteries, relays and switches. Their purpose is to 30% by this exception when a mercury free alternative...
... back light system of flat panel monitors as there today is no commercially available alternative. There is available. TCO aims on removing this product. Below you will find a brief summary of the ecological requirements met by weight of the plastic in batteries, relays and switches. Their purpose is to 30% by this exception when a mercury free alternative...
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... interference by turning the equipment off and on, the user is connected. • Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. FCC Warning To assure continued FCC compliance, the user must use grounded power supply cord and the cables which the receiver is encouraged to try to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. These limits...
... interference by turning the equipment off and on, the user is connected. • Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. FCC Warning To assure continued FCC compliance, the user must use grounded power supply cord and the cables which the receiver is encouraged to try to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. These limits...
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... power-supply cord or plug is damaged, if liquid is required, see "Cleaning the Display" in a safe place. 3. Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the manufacturer. 12. Do not attempt to qualified service personnel. Be sure that the power outlet is located near the equipment so that produce heat. 9. Refer all instructions. 5. ViewSonic VA712 2 Clean with the equipment. Install...
... power-supply cord or plug is damaged, if liquid is required, see "Cleaning the Display" in a safe place. 3. Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the manufacturer. 12. Do not attempt to qualified service personnel. Be sure that the power outlet is located near the equipment so that produce heat. 9. Refer all instructions. 5. ViewSonic VA712 2 Clean with the equipment. Install...
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...ViewSonic VA712 3 Disclaimer: ViewSonic Corporation shall not be copied, reproduced, or transmitted by any means, for technical or editorial errors or omissions contained herein; No part of Apple Computer, Inc. Europe: www.viewsoniceurope.com 3. For Your Records Product Name: Model Number: Document Number: Serial Number: Purchase Date: VA712 ViewSonic 17" LCD Display VS10697 VA712... or use of this document may change product specifications without notice. ViewSonic is concerned about the preservation of VESA. Macintosh and Power Macintosh are trademarks of our environment....
...ViewSonic VA712 3 Disclaimer: ViewSonic Corporation shall not be copied, reproduced, or transmitted by any means, for technical or editorial errors or omissions contained herein; No part of Apple Computer, Inc. Europe: www.viewsoniceurope.com 3. For Your Records Product Name: Model Number: Document Number: Serial Number: Purchase Date: VA712 ViewSonic 17" LCD Display VS10697 VA712... or use of this document may change product specifications without notice. ViewSonic is concerned about the preservation of VESA. Macintosh and Power Macintosh are trademarks of our environment....
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... a ViewSonic® LCD display. Package Contents Your LCD display package includes: • LCD display • Power cord • AC/DC power adapter • Audio cable (stereo mini jack) • Video cable • ViewSonic Wizard CD-ROM • Quick Start Guide NOTE: The CD includes the User Guide PDF files and INF/ICM display optimization files. Skin oils are difficult to direct sunlight or another heat source. ViewSonic VA712 4 This LCD display contains high-voltage parts. Do not place anything on -screen colors...
... a ViewSonic® LCD display. Package Contents Your LCD display package includes: • LCD display • Power cord • AC/DC power adapter • Audio cable (stereo mini jack) • Video cable • ViewSonic Wizard CD-ROM • Quick Start Guide NOTE: The CD includes the User Guide PDF files and INF/ICM display optimization files. Skin oils are difficult to direct sunlight or another heat source. ViewSonic VA712 4 This LCD display contains high-voltage parts. Do not place anything on -screen colors...
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... Macintosh users: Models older than G3 require a Macintosh adapter. This is on -screen instructions. Windows users: Set the timing mode (resolution and refresh rate) Example: 1280 x 1024 @ 60 Hz. Enjoy your product online at the ViewSonic website for any future customer service needs: print this guide. DC IN Video Cable Audio Cable Rear panel cover Power Code and AC/ DC adapter AC Outlet (Wall Socket) Computer Power Cord ViewSonic VA712 5 Connect video cable • Make sure both the LCD display and computer are turned OFF • Remove rear panel covers...
... Macintosh users: Models older than G3 require a Macintosh adapter. This is on -screen instructions. Windows users: Set the timing mode (resolution and refresh rate) Example: 1280 x 1024 @ 60 Hz. Enjoy your product online at the ViewSonic website for any future customer service needs: print this guide. DC IN Video Cable Audio Cable Rear panel cover Power Code and AC/ DC adapter AC Outlet (Wall Socket) Computer Power Cord ViewSonic VA712 5 Connect video cable • Make sure both the LCD display and computer are turned OFF • Remove rear panel covers...
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... local dealer. Remove the four screws attaching the base. 5. ViewSonic VA712 6 Attach the LCD display to the instructions that the Power button is turned Off, then disconnect the power cord. 2. Remove the Plastic Covers from a deskmounted to a wall-mounted display, do the following the instructions in the wall-mounting kit. Remove the Rubber Plugs from the VESA compatible wall mounting kit (75 mm x 75 mm distance). 7. Refer to the wall, following : Four VESA screw holes 1. Lay the LCD display face down on...
... local dealer. Remove the four screws attaching the base. 5. ViewSonic VA712 6 Attach the LCD display to the instructions that the Power button is turned Off, then disconnect the power cord. 2. Remove the Plastic Covers from a deskmounted to a wall-mounted display, do the following the instructions in the wall-mounting kit. Remove the Rubber Plugs from the VESA compatible wall mounting kit (75 mm x 75 mm distance). 7. Refer to the wall, following : Four VESA screw holes 1. Lay the LCD display face down on...
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... the best picture quality set the graphics card in permanent damage to exceed the maximum refresh rate of the screen image and minimizing eye strain. To set the resolution. 2. After setting the timing mode, use the OSD (On-screen Display) controls to : VESA 1280 x 1024 @ 60Hz. Set the refresh rate: See your LCD display timing mode to adjust the screen image. If any buttons are pressed the message OSD Locked will display for 10 seconds. If the power button is restored. • Power Button Unlock: Press...
... the best picture quality set the graphics card in permanent damage to exceed the maximum refresh rate of the screen image and minimizing eye strain. To set the resolution. 2. After setting the timing mode, use the OSD (On-screen Display) controls to : VESA 1280 x 1024 @ 60Hz. Set the refresh rate: See your LCD display timing mode to adjust the screen image. If any buttons are pressed the message OSD Locked will display for 10 seconds. If the power button is restored. • Power Button Unlock: Press...
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Audio Mute button turns the sound off ViewSonic VA712 Scrolls through menu options and adjusts the displayed control. Main Menu with OSD controls Front Control Panel shown below in "Main Menu Controls" on some screens. Displays the control screen for the highlighted control. Adjusting the Screen Image Use the buttons on the front control panel to display the Contrast adjustment control screen. The OSD controls are explained at the top of the next page and are defined in detail Displays the Main Menu or exits the control screen and saves adjustments. Power light Green = ON Orange...
Audio Mute button turns the sound off ViewSonic VA712 Scrolls through menu options and adjusts the displayed control. Main Menu with OSD controls Front Control Panel shown below in "Main Menu Controls" on some screens. Displays the control screen for the highlighted control. Adjusting the Screen Image Use the buttons on the front control panel to display the Contrast adjustment control screen. The OSD controls are explained at the top of the next page and are defined in detail Displays the Main Menu or exits the control screen and saves adjustments. Power light Green = ON Orange...
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... may help you optimize your display: • Adjust the computer's graphics card so that it outputs a 1280 x 1024 @ 60Hz video signal to the LCD display. (Look for instructions on "changing the refresh rate" in the Main Menu. 3. The command line at the bottom of the LCD display.) ViewSonic VA712 9 To save the adjustments and exit the menu, press button [1] twice. NOTE: All OSD menus and adjustment screens disappear automatically after about 15 seconds. To adjust the control...
... may help you optimize your display: • Adjust the computer's graphics card so that it outputs a 1280 x 1024 @ 60Hz video signal to the LCD display. (Look for instructions on "changing the refresh rate" in the Main Menu. 3. The command line at the bottom of the LCD display.) ViewSonic VA712 9 To save the adjustments and exit the menu, press button [1] twice. NOTE: All OSD menus and adjustment screens disappear automatically after about 15 seconds. To adjust the control...
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... red to the screen image for warmer white and richer red. 5400K-Adds green to the screen image for a darker color. 5000K-Adds blue and green to the 6500K factory preset. Color Adjust provides several color adjustment modes, including preset color temperatures and a User Color mode which allows independent adjustment of the screen image. User Color Individual adjustments for a darker color. ViewSonic VA712 10 The factory setting for this product is set to a Preset Timing Mode, colors return to the screen image for red (R), green (G), and blue (B). 1. Audio Adjust Volume...
... red to the screen image for warmer white and richer red. 5400K-Adds green to the screen image for a darker color. 5000K-Adds blue and green to the 6500K factory preset. Color Adjust provides several color adjustment modes, including preset color temperatures and a User Color mode which allows independent adjustment of the screen image. User Color Individual adjustments for a darker color. ViewSonic VA712 10 The factory setting for this product is set to a Preset Timing Mode, colors return to the screen image for red (R), green (G), and blue (B). 1. Audio Adjust Volume...
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... Position) moves the screen image left or right and up or down. Sharpness adjusts the clarity and focus of the screen image. ViewSonic VA712 11 H./V. Manual Image Adjust Sub-menu H. Control Explanation Information displays the timing mode (video signal input) coming from the graphics card in the computer, the LCD model number, the serial number, and the ViewSonic® website URL. See your graphics card's user guide for instructions on changing the resolution and refresh rate (vertical frequency). Size (Horizontal Size) adjusts the width of the screen image. NOTE: Try Auto...
... Position) moves the screen image left or right and up or down. Sharpness adjusts the clarity and focus of the screen image. ViewSonic VA712 11 H./V. Manual Image Adjust Sub-menu H. Control Explanation Information displays the timing mode (video signal input) coming from the graphics card in the computer, the LCD model number, the serial number, and the ViewSonic® website URL. See your graphics card's user guide for instructions on changing the resolution and refresh rate (vertical frequency). Size (Horizontal Size) adjusts the width of the screen image. NOTE: Try Auto...
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... Setup Menu displays the menu shown below: Language Select allows the user to choose the language used in the Specifications of time the OSD screen is displayed. OSD Timeout sets the length of this notice. OSD Background allows the user to move the OSD menus and control screens. Memory Recall returns the adjustments back to enable or disable this manual. ViewSonic VA712 12 Resolution Notice allows the user to factory settings if the display is operating in a factory Preset Timing Mode...
... Setup Menu displays the menu shown below: Language Select allows the user to choose the language used in the Specifications of time the OSD screen is displayed. OSD Timeout sets the length of this notice. OSD Background allows the user to move the OSD menus and control screens. Memory Recall returns the adjustments back to enable or disable this manual. ViewSonic VA712 12 Resolution Notice allows the user to factory settings if the display is operating in a factory Preset Timing Mode...
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Other Information Specifications LCD Type Color Filter Glass Surface 17" (full 17" viewable diagonal area), TFT (Thin Film Transistor), Active Matrix SXGA LCD, 0.264 mm pixel pitch RGB vertical stripe Anti-Glare Input Signal Video Sync RGB analog (0.7/1.0 Vp-p, 75 ohms) Separate Sync, fh:30-82 kHz, fv:50-85 Hz Compatibility PC Macintosh1 Up to 1280 x 1024 Non-interlaced Power Macintosh up to 1280 x 1024 Resolution Recommended and supported 1280 x 1024...
Other Information Specifications LCD Type Color Filter Glass Surface 17" (full 17" viewable diagonal area), TFT (Thin Film Transistor), Active Matrix SXGA LCD, 0.264 mm pixel pitch RGB vertical stripe Anti-Glare Input Signal Video Sync RGB analog (0.7/1.0 Vp-p, 75 ohms) Separate Sync, fh:30-82 kHz, fv:50-85 Hz Compatibility PC Macintosh1 Up to 1280 x 1024 Non-interlaced Power Macintosh up to 1280 x 1024 Resolution Recommended and supported 1280 x 1024...
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... to verify that the outlet is supplying proper voltage. Control buttons do not work • Press only one button at a time. ViewSonic VA712 14 Troubleshooting No power • Make sure power button (or switch) is ON. • Make sure A/C power cord is securely connected to the LCD display. • Plug another computer. • If you are missing, check the video cable to make sure it to the LCD display. • Adjust brightness and contrast. • If you have an...
... to verify that the outlet is supplying proper voltage. Control buttons do not work • Press only one button at a time. ViewSonic VA712 14 Troubleshooting No power • Make sure power button (or switch) is ON. • Make sure A/C power cord is securely connected to the LCD display. • Plug another computer. • If you are missing, check the video cable to make sure it to the LCD display. • Adjust brightness and contrast. • If you have an...
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... F= +852 2268 6778 Macau www.hk.viewsonic.com/ support/ T= +853 700 303 Korean www.viewsonic.com T= 080 333 2131 Email service.us@viewsonic.com service.ca@viewsonic.com service[email protected] service[email protected] service@au.viewsonic.com service@sg.viewsonic.com service@sd.viewsonic.com service@hk.viewsonic.com service@hk.viewsonic.com service@kr.viewsonic.com ViewSonic VA712 15 NOTE: You will need the product serial number. Country/ Region Website T = Telephone F = FAX...
... F= +852 2268 6778 Macau www.hk.viewsonic.com/ support/ T= +853 700 303 Korean www.viewsonic.com T= 080 333 2131 Email service.us@viewsonic.com service.ca@viewsonic.com service[email protected] service[email protected] service@au.viewsonic.com service@sg.viewsonic.com service@sd.viewsonic.com service@hk.viewsonic.com service@hk.viewsonic.com service@kr.viewsonic.com ViewSonic VA712 15 NOTE: You will need the product serial number. Country/ Region Website T = Telephone F = FAX...
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... the screen. To clean the case: 1. Wipe the screen with a clean, soft, lint-free cloth. Some chemical cleaners have been reported to damage the screen and/or case of the LCD display. • ViewSonic will not be liable for damage resulting from use of any ammonia or alcohol-based cleaners on the LCD display screen or case. ViewSonic VA712 16 Cleaning the LCD Display • MAKE SURE THE LCD DISPLAY IS TURNED OFF...
... the screen. To clean the case: 1. Wipe the screen with a clean, soft, lint-free cloth. Some chemical cleaners have been reported to damage the screen and/or case of the LCD display. • ViewSonic will not be liable for damage resulting from use of any ammonia or alcohol-based cleaners on the LCD display screen or case. ViewSonic VA712 16 Cleaning the LCD Display • MAKE SURE THE LCD DISPLAY IS TURNED OFF...
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... cost of repair or replacement of the U.S.A. f. For additional information or the name of the product. Warranty_VSLCD 4.3: ViewSonic LCD Warranty Rev. 1c 1 of supplies or parts not meeting ViewSonic's specifications. b. Use of 1 Release Date: 03-31-05 ViewSonic VA712 17 Removal, installation, and set-up service charges. Exclusion of such damages. 2. g. Repair or attempted repair by anyone not authorized by any defects in the product, damages based upon inconvenience...
... cost of repair or replacement of the U.S.A. f. For additional information or the name of the product. Warranty_VSLCD 4.3: ViewSonic LCD Warranty Rev. 1c 1 of supplies or parts not meeting ViewSonic's specifications. b. Use of 1 Release Date: 03-31-05 ViewSonic VA712 17 Removal, installation, and set-up service charges. Exclusion of such damages. 2. g. Repair or attempted repair by anyone not authorized by any defects in the product, damages based upon inconvenience...
