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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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...and visual ergonomics. The length of electrical and magnetical fields as well as work (internal) and natural (external) environments. ViewSonic VA712 i Your purchase has also contributed to the environment. The product meets the requirements for the TCO'99 scheme which provides for...development of Professional Employees), Svenska Naturskyddsforeningen (The Swedish Society for professional use. From the standpoint of personal computers and/or displays. What does labelling involve? Labelled products must be prepared for the materials and substances used by the TCO (The ...
...and visual ergonomics. The length of electrical and magnetical fields as well as work (internal) and natural (external) environments. ViewSonic VA712 i Your purchase has also contributed to the environment. The product meets the requirements for the TCO'99 scheme which provides for...development of Professional Employees), Svenska Naturskyddsforeningen (The Swedish Society for professional use. From the standpoint of personal computers and/or displays. What does labelling involve? Labelled products must be prepared for the materials and substances used by the TCO (The ...
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...associated with organically bound bromine or chlorine. Both the flame retardants containing bromine or chlorine and the PCBs are bio-accumulative. ViewSonic VA712 ii TCO'99 requires that mercury is present in rechargeable batteries and in any cadmium. TCO aims on removing this product...is however one exception. TCO'99 requires that batteries, the colour-generating layers of display screens, and the electrical or electronics components shall not contain any of flat panel monitors as substances which accumulate in living organisms. **Lead, Cadmium and Mercury are heavy ...
...associated with organically bound bromine or chlorine. Both the flame retardants containing bromine or chlorine and the PCBs are bio-accumulative. ViewSonic VA712 ii TCO'99 requires that mercury is present in rechargeable batteries and in any cadmium. TCO aims on removing this product...is however one exception. TCO'99 requires that batteries, the colour-generating layers of display screens, and the electrical or electronics components shall not contain any of flat panel monitors as substances which accumulate in living organisms. **Lead, Cadmium and Mercury are heavy ...
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... unit does not operate normally or has been dropped. Unplug this equipment when it is required, see "Cleaning the Display" in a safe place. 3. Service is spilled onto or objects fall into your safety. ViewSonic VA712 2 Clean with the manufacturer's instructions. 8. Install the equipment in any way, such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or...
... unit does not operate normally or has been dropped. Unplug this equipment when it is required, see "Cleaning the Display" in a safe place. 3. Service is spilled onto or objects fall into your safety. ViewSonic VA712 2 Clean with the manufacturer's instructions. 8. Install the equipment in any way, such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or...
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..., for energy efficiency. For Your Records Product Name: Model Number: Document Number: Serial Number: Purchase Date: VA712 ViewSonic 17" LCD Display VS10697 VA712-1_UG_ENG Rev. 1B 04-29-05 Product disposal at : www.viewsonic.com. Please dispose of our environment. ViewSonic is concerned about the preservation of in this product properly at the end of VESA. For TCO...
..., for energy efficiency. For Your Records Product Name: Model Number: Document Number: Serial Number: Purchase Date: VA712 ViewSonic 17" LCD Display VS10697 VA712-1_UG_ENG Rev. 1B 04-29-05 Product disposal at : www.viewsonic.com. Please dispose of our environment. ViewSonic is concerned about the preservation of in this product properly at the end of VESA. For TCO...
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...a strange odor is dangerous to continue using the LCD display. • Do not rub or apply pressure to the LCD panel, as it . • Place the LCD display in this user guide refers to direct sunlight or another heat source. ViewSonic VA712 4 Save the original box and all packing material... for future shipping needs. NOTE: The word "Windows" in a well ventilated area. Skin oils are difficult to reduce glare. • Always handle the LCD display with Windows operating systems, and the...
...a strange odor is dangerous to continue using the LCD display. • Do not rub or apply pressure to the LCD panel, as it . • Place the LCD display in this user guide refers to direct sunlight or another heat source. ViewSonic VA712 4 Save the original box and all packing material... for future shipping needs. NOTE: The word "Windows" in a well ventilated area. Skin oils are difficult to reduce glare. • Always handle the LCD display with Windows operating systems, and the...
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...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 if necessary • Connect the video cable from..., see the graphics card's user guide. Turn ON LCD display and computer Turn ON the LCD display, then turn ON the computer. This is on -screen instructions. The ViewSonic Wizard CD-ROM also provides an opportunity for your new ViewSonic LCD display. See the Customer Support table in this user guide ...
...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 if necessary • Connect the video cable from..., see the graphics card's user guide. Turn ON LCD display and computer Turn ON the LCD display, then turn ON the computer. This is on -screen instructions. The ViewSonic Wizard CD-ROM also provides an opportunity for your new ViewSonic LCD display. See the Customer Support table in this user guide ...
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...-mounting kit, contact ViewSonic® or your LCD display from the back of the LCD display. 4. Remove the Plastic Covers from a deskmounted to a wall-mounted display, do the following the instructions in the wall-mounting kit. Attach the LCD display to the instructions that the Power button is turned Off, then disconnect the power cord. 2. ViewSonic VA712 6 Refer to the...
...-mounting kit, contact ViewSonic® or your LCD display from the back of the LCD display. 4. Remove the Plastic Covers from a deskmounted to a wall-mounted display, do the following the instructions in the wall-mounting kit. Attach the LCD display to the instructions that the Power button is turned Off, then disconnect the power cord. 2. ViewSonic VA712 6 Refer to the...
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... power button is pressed the message Power Button Locked will display for 5 seconds. • OSD Unlock: Press and hold [1] and the up arrow S for 10 seconds. With or without this setting, after a power failure, your LCD display. For the best picture quality set the graphics card in...and hold [1] and the down arrow T again for instructions. If any buttons are pressed the message OSD Locked will display for 5 seconds. ViewSonic VA712 7 Using the LCD Display Setting the Timing Mode Setting the timing mode is important for maximizing the quality of 75Hz; Set the resolution: Right-...
... power button is pressed the message Power Button Locked will display for 5 seconds. • OSD Unlock: Press and hold [1] and the up arrow S for 10 seconds. With or without this setting, after a power failure, your LCD display. For the best picture quality set the graphics card in...and hold [1] and the down arrow T again for instructions. If any buttons are pressed the message OSD Locked will display for 5 seconds. ViewSonic VA712 7 Using the LCD Display Setting the Timing Mode Setting the timing mode is important for maximizing the quality of 75Hz; Set the resolution: Right-...
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.... Also a shortcut to display and adjust the OSD controls which display on the screen. Also toggles between two controls on some screens. Power light Green = ON Orange = Power Saving Standby Power On/Off 8 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 page 10...
.... Also a shortcut to display and adjust the OSD controls which display on the screen. Also toggles between two controls on some screens. Power light Green = ON Orange = Power Saving Standby Power On/Off 8 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 page 10...
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...; 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 graphics card's user guide.) • If necessary, make small adjustments using H. To select a control to... screens, adjust the selected option, or exit the screen. 4. The following to do next from this screen. The command line at the bottom of the LCD display.) ViewSonic VA712 9 To adjust the control, press the up or down T buttons. 5. To save the adjustments and exit the menu, press button [1] twice. NOTE: All OSD ...
...; 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 graphics card's user guide.) • If necessary, make small adjustments using H. To select a control to... screens, adjust the selected option, or exit the screen. 4. The following to do next from this screen. The command line at the bottom of the LCD display.) ViewSonic VA712 9 To adjust the control, press the up or down T buttons. 5. To save the adjustments and exit the menu, press button [1] twice. NOTE: All OSD ...
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... the resolution is 1280 x 1024 and the refresh rate is 60 Hertz. ViewSonic VA712 11 H./V. 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...
... the resolution is 1280 x 1024 and the refresh rate is 60 Hertz. ViewSonic VA712 11 H./V. 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...
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... screens. If you enable the Resolution Notice shown above and your computer is displayed. Memory Recall returns the adjustments back to factory settings if the display is not pushed within 30 seconds, the display screen disappears. Control Explanation Setup Menu displays the menu shown below: Language Select allows the user to turn the OSD... following screen appears. For example, with a "30 second" setting, if a control is operating in a factory Preset Timing Mode listed in the menus and control screens. ViewSonic VA712 12
... screens. If you enable the Resolution Notice shown above and your computer is displayed. Memory Recall returns the adjustments back to factory settings if the display is not pushed within 30 seconds, the display screen disappears. Control Explanation Setup Menu displays the menu shown below: Language Select allows the user to turn the OSD... following screen appears. For example, with a "30 second" setting, if a control is operating in a factory Preset Timing Mode listed in the menus and control screens. ViewSonic VA712 12
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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... Storage conditions Temperature Humidity Altitude -4° F to + 140° F (-20° C to + 60° C) 10% to 90% (non-condensing) To 40,000 feet Dimensions Physical LCD display only 386 mm (W) x 411 mm (H) x 177 mm (D) 15.2" (W) x 16.2" (H) x 7.0" (D) 386 mm (W) x 354 mm (H) x 61 mm (D) 15.2" (W) x 13.9" (H) x 2.4" (D) ...
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... Storage conditions Temperature Humidity Altitude -4° F to + 140° F (-20° C to + 60° C) 10% to 90% (non-condensing) To 40,000 feet Dimensions Physical LCD display only 386 mm (W) x 411 mm (H) x 177 mm (D) 15.2" (W) x 16.2" (H) x 7.0" (D) 386 mm (W) x 354 mm (H) x 61 mm (D) 15.2" (W) x 13.9" (H) x 2.4" (D) ...
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...it to the LCD display. • Adjust brightness and contrast. • If you are using an Macintosh older than G3, you have an older graphics card, contact ViewSonic® for a non-DDC adapter. Control buttons do not work • Press only one button at a time. ViewSonic VA712 14 Loose ...or broken pins in the cable connector could cause an improper connection. • Connect the LCD display to the video output port on the back of the video cable is not attached permanently ...
...it to the LCD display. • Adjust brightness and contrast. • If you are using an Macintosh older than G3, you have an older graphics card, contact ViewSonic® for a non-DDC adapter. Control buttons do not work • Press only one button at a time. ViewSonic VA712 14 Loose ...or broken pins in the cable connector could cause an improper connection. • Connect the LCD display to the video output port on the back of the video cable is not attached permanently ...
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..., lint-free cloth, and wipe the screen. Cleaning the LCD Display • MAKE SURE THE LCD DISPLAY IS TURNED OFF. • NEVER SPRAY OR POUR ANY LIQUID DIRECTLY ONTO THE SCREEN OR CASE. This removes dust and other particles. 2. Use a soft, dry cloth. 2. ViewSonic VA712 16 If the screen still not clean, apply a small .... To clean the case: 1. To clean the screen: 1. 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...
..., lint-free cloth, and wipe the screen. Cleaning the LCD Display • MAKE SURE THE LCD DISPLAY IS TURNED OFF. • NEVER SPRAY OR POUR ANY LIQUID DIRECTLY ONTO THE SCREEN OR CASE. This removes dust and other particles. 2. Use a soft, dry cloth. 2. ViewSonic VA712 16 If the screen still not clean, apply a small .... To clean the case: 1. To clean the screen: 1. 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...
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... warranty of the product. c. Removal, installation, and set-up service charges. Limited Warranty VIEWSONIC® LCD DISPLAY What the warranty covers: ViewSonic warrants its products to be defective in material or workmanship during the warranty period. If a...: 03-31-05 ViewSonic VA712 17 Exclusion of goodwill, interference with a like product. Any claim against the customer by ViewSonic. Some states do not allow limitations on the product for a particular purpose. Sales outside of time. 4. Warranty_VSLCD 4.3: ViewSonic LCD Warranty Rev. 1c ...
... warranty of the product. c. Removal, installation, and set-up service charges. Limited Warranty VIEWSONIC® LCD DISPLAY What the warranty covers: ViewSonic warrants its products to be defective in material or workmanship during the warranty period. If a...: 03-31-05 ViewSonic VA712 17 Exclusion of goodwill, interference with a like product. Any claim against the customer by ViewSonic. Some states do not allow limitations on the product for a particular purpose. Sales outside of time. 4. Warranty_VSLCD 4.3: ViewSonic LCD Warranty Rev. 1c ...
