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..., which is also found on our web site at http://www.viewsonic.com in English, or in specific languages using the Regional selection box in the upper right corner of our website. "Antes de operar su equipo lea cu idadosamente las instrucciones en este manual" Model No. VX2418-P-mhd Display User Guide IMPORTANT: Please read this User Guide will describe your product for future...
..., which is also found on our web site at http://www.viewsonic.com in English, or in specific languages using the Regional selection box in the upper right corner of our website. "Antes de operar su equipo lea cu idadosamente las instrucciones en este manual" Model No. VX2418-P-mhd Display User Guide IMPORTANT: Please read this User Guide will describe your product for future...
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... "Maintenance" section. • Do not touch the screen surface with one wider than the other devices (including amplifiers) that may collect on the device or connection cables. • If smoke, an abnormal noise, or a strange odor is dangerous to continue using the device. • Keep this user guide in a well-ventilated area. The wide blade and the third prong...
... "Maintenance" section. • Do not touch the screen surface with one wider than the other devices (including amplifiers) that may collect on the device or connection cables. • If smoke, an abnormal noise, or a strange odor is dangerous to continue using the device. • Keep this user guide in a well-ventilated area. The wide blade and the third prong...
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..., please turn on your monitor's resolution and refresh rate. Ensure that the power outlet is located near the equipment so that it emerges from the equipment. When using ear-/headphones, adjust the volume to the graphics card's user guide. 4 After rebooting, change your monitor again. Service will be required when the unit has been damaged in any way, such as: ͫ if the power supply cord or plug is...
..., please turn on your monitor's resolution and refresh rate. Ensure that the power outlet is located near the equipment so that it emerges from the equipment. When using ear-/headphones, adjust the volume to the graphics card's user guide. 4 After rebooting, change your monitor again. Service will be required when the unit has been damaged in any way, such as: ͫ if the power supply cord or plug is...
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... View 8 I/O Ports ...8 Initial Setup 9 Installing the Stand 9 Wall Mounting...10 Using the Security Slot 11 Making Connections 12 Connecting to Power 12 Connecting External Devices 13 Using the Monitor 14 Adjusting the Viewing Angle 14 Tilt Angle Adjustment 14 Turning the Device On/Off 15 Quick Menu...16 Hot Keys...17 Configuring the Settings 19 General Operations 19 On-Screen Display (OSD) Menu Tree 21 Appendix 25 Specifications...25 Glossary...27 Troubleshooting...31 Maintenance...33 General Precautions 33 Cleaning the Screen...
... View 8 I/O Ports ...8 Initial Setup 9 Installing the Stand 9 Wall Mounting...10 Using the Security Slot 11 Making Connections 12 Connecting to Power 12 Connecting External Devices 13 Using the Monitor 14 Adjusting the Viewing Angle 14 Tilt Angle Adjustment 14 Turning the Device On/Off 15 Quick Menu...16 Hot Keys...17 Configuring the Settings 19 General Operations 19 On-Screen Display (OSD) Menu Tree 21 Appendix 25 Specifications...25 Glossary...27 Troubleshooting...31 Maintenance...33 General Precautions 33 Cleaning the Screen...
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... to mount the monitor onto the wall. 10 Place the device on a flat, stable surface with four (4) screws (M4 x 10 mm). 5. Then secure it with the screen facing down. 3. Follow the instructions that come with the wall mounting kit to the VESA mounting holes at the rear of the device. Turn off the device and disconnect all cables. 2. Remove the monitor stand. 1 2 4. Wall Mounting NOTE: Only use UL Certified wall mount...
... to mount the monitor onto the wall. 10 Place the device on a flat, stable surface with four (4) screws (M4 x 10 mm). 5. Then secure it with the screen facing down. 3. Follow the instructions that come with the wall mounting kit to the VESA mounting holes at the rear of the device. Turn off the device and disconnect all cables. 2. Remove the monitor stand. 1 2 4. Wall Mounting NOTE: Only use UL Certified wall mount...
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... the power cord is not being used for a long period of time, please disconnect the power plug from the power outlet. Using the Control Panel Keys Use the control panel keys to access the Quick Menu, activate Hot Keys, navigate the On-Screen Display (OSD) Menu, and change the settings. 1(«) 2 3 4 5( ) 15 To turn on the monitor. 3. Plug the power cord into a power outlet. 2. Turning the Device On/Off 1. If the monitor is connected to turn the monitor off, press the Power button...
... the power cord is not being used for a long period of time, please disconnect the power plug from the power outlet. Using the Control Panel Keys Use the control panel keys to access the Quick Menu, activate Hot Keys, navigate the On-Screen Display (OSD) Menu, and change the settings. 1(«) 2 3 4 5( ) 15 To turn on the monitor. 3. Plug the power cord into a power outlet. 2. Turning the Device On/Off 1. If the monitor is connected to turn the monitor off, press the Power button...
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Volume Adjust the level, or mute the volume. Input Select Select the input source. Menu Description ViewMode Select one of the screen to activate the Quick Menu. Exit Exit the Quick Menu. 16 Contrast/Brightness Adjust the contrast or brightness level. View Mode Standard FPS RTS MOBA Movie Web Text MAC Mono NOTE: Follow the key guide that appears on the bottom of the preset color settings. Quick Menu Press the 1(«) key to select the option or make adjustments.
Volume Adjust the level, or mute the volume. Input Select Select the input source. Menu Description ViewMode Select one of the screen to activate the Quick Menu. Exit Exit the Quick Menu. 16 Contrast/Brightness Adjust the contrast or brightness level. View Mode Standard FPS RTS MOBA Movie Web Text MAC Mono NOTE: Follow the key guide that appears on the bottom of the preset color settings. Quick Menu Press the 1(«) key to select the option or make adjustments.
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When the menu appears on 18 Power Lock/Unlock Locking Power Button 3 Press and hold the keys to lock/unlock the Power button. Boot Up Screen On/Off Off Press to turn on the screen, continue holding both keys for 10s to lock power If the Power button is locked, the below message will appear on the screen: Power Lock/Unlock Power Button Locked 2 + 3 Press the keys to display/hide the boot up screen when the device is turned on. Key 1(«) + 2 Description Press and hold for 10 seconds to lock/unlock the Power button.
When the menu appears on 18 Power Lock/Unlock Locking Power Button 3 Press and hold the keys to lock/unlock the Power button. Boot Up Screen On/Off Off Press to turn on the screen, continue holding both keys for 10s to lock power If the Power button is locked, the below message will appear on the screen: Power Lock/Unlock Power Button Locked 2 + 3 Press the keys to display/hide the boot up screen when the device is turned on. Key 1(«) + 2 Description Press and hold for 10 seconds to lock/unlock the Power button.
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Press the 2/3/4 key to select the main menu. Press the 1(«) or 2 key to display the On-Screen Display (OSD) Menu. Configuring the Settings General Operations 1. Input Select Audio Adjust ViewMode Color Adjust Manual Image Setup Menu Adjust HDMI 1 HDMI 2 DisplayPort 75% 1920 x 1080 @ 60Hz 2. Input Select Audio Adjust ViewMode Color Adjust Manual Image Setup Menu Adjust Contrast/Brightness Color Temperature Color Space Color Range HDR Contrast Brightness Standard 75% 1920 x 1080 @ 60Hz 19 Then press the 3 key to enter the selected menu.
Press the 2/3/4 key to select the main menu. Press the 1(«) or 2 key to display the On-Screen Display (OSD) Menu. Configuring the Settings General Operations 1. Input Select Audio Adjust ViewMode Color Adjust Manual Image Setup Menu Adjust HDMI 1 HDMI 2 DisplayPort 75% 1920 x 1080 @ 60Hz 2. Input Select Audio Adjust ViewMode Color Adjust Manual Image Setup Menu Adjust Contrast/Brightness Color Temperature Color Space Color Range HDR Contrast Brightness Standard 75% 1920 x 1080 @ 60Hz 19 Then press the 3 key to enter the selected menu.
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...key to enter the sub-menu. Follow the key guide to the previous screen. 20 Press the 4 key to return to select the option or make adjustments. 5. Input Select Audio Adjust ViewMode Color Adjust Manual Image Setup Menu Adjust Contrast/Brightness Color Temperature Color Space Color Range HDR sRGB Bluish Cool Native Warm User Color Standard 75% 1920 x 1080 @ 60Hz 4. Input Select Audio Adjust ViewMode Color Adjust Manual Image Setup Menu Adjust Contrast/Brightness Color Temperature Color Space Color Range HDR sRGB Bluish Cool Native Warm User Color Standard 75% 1920 x 1080...
...key to enter the sub-menu. Follow the key guide to the previous screen. 20 Press the 4 key to return to select the option or make adjustments. 5. Input Select Audio Adjust ViewMode Color Adjust Manual Image Setup Menu Adjust Contrast/Brightness Color Temperature Color Space Color Range HDR sRGB Bluish Cool Native Warm User Color Standard 75% 1920 x 1080 @ 60Hz 4. Input Select Audio Adjust ViewMode Color Adjust Manual Image Setup Menu Adjust Contrast/Brightness Color Temperature Color Space Color Range HDR sRGB Bluish Cool Native Warm User Color Standard 75% 1920 x 1080...
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Main Menu Sub-menu Setup Menu Language Adaptive Sync 1ms Mode Resolution Notice Information OSD Timeout OSD Background Power Indicator Auto Power Off Menu Option English Français Deutsch Español Italiano Suomi Svenska Türkçe Česk On Off On Off On Off (-/+, 5/15/30/60) On Off On Off On Off 23
Main Menu Sub-menu Setup Menu Language Adaptive Sync 1ms Mode Resolution Notice Information OSD Timeout OSD Background Power Indicator Auto Power Off Menu Option English Français Deutsch Español Italiano Suomi Svenska Türkçe Česk On Off On Off On Off (-/+, 5/15/30/60) On Off On Off On Off 23
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Appendix Specifications Item LCD Category Type Input Signal Display Size Color Filter Glass Surface Video Sync Compatibility Resolution1 PC Macintosh Recommended Supported Power Adapter2 Display Area Input Voltage Full Scan (H x V) Specifications VA, Color a-Si TFT Active Matrix 1920 x 1080 LCD; 0.2745 (H)mm x 0.2745 (V)mm pixel pitch 61 cm, 23.8" RGB vertical stripe Anti-Glare (Haze 25%), Hard coating (3H) TMDS digital (100 Ω) HDMI 1 & 2: fh30-180 Khz, fv:50-144 Hz DisplayPort: fh30-180...
Appendix Specifications Item LCD Category Type Input Signal Display Size Color Filter Glass Surface Video Sync Compatibility Resolution1 PC Macintosh Recommended Supported Power Adapter2 Display Area Input Voltage Full Scan (H x V) Specifications VA, Color a-Si TFT Active Matrix 1920 x 1080 LCD; 0.2745 (H)mm x 0.2745 (V)mm pixel pitch 61 cm, 23.8" RGB vertical stripe Anti-Glare (Haze 25%), Hard coating (3H) TMDS digital (100 Ω) HDMI 1 & 2: fh30-180 Khz, fv:50-144 Hz DisplayPort: fh30-180...
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.... Auto Detect If the current input source has no signal, the monitor will automatically switch to make the black blacker in a dark scene, and make the white whiter in a bright environment. Audio Adjust Adjusts the volume, mutes the sound, or toggles between inputs if you have more comfortable viewing experience. A Advanced DCR Advanced DCR technology automatically detects the image signal and intelligently controls the backlight brightness and color to improve on some models, is disabled by default...
.... Auto Detect If the current input source has no signal, the monitor will automatically switch to make the black blacker in a dark scene, and make the white whiter in a bright environment. Audio Adjust Adjusts the volume, mutes the sound, or toggles between inputs if you have more comfortable viewing experience. A Advanced DCR Advanced DCR technology automatically detects the image signal and intelligently controls the backlight brightness and color to improve on some models, is disabled by default...
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... 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. Recommended for general use for the monitor. 28 Default color temperature. Set the color temperature to 5000K. NOTE: VESA 1024 x 768 @ 60Hz, for example, means that are available for monitor color output (RGB, YUV). Panel Default Panel Original Status sRGB Standard color space used for instructions on changing the resolution and refresh rate (vertical frequency). Set the color...
... 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. Recommended for general use for the monitor. 28 Default color temperature. Set the color temperature to 5000K. NOTE: VESA 1024 x 768 @ 60Hz, for example, means that are available for monitor color output (RGB, YUV). Panel Default Panel Original Status sRGB Standard color space used for instructions on changing the resolution and refresh rate (vertical frequency). Set the color...
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... current viewing resolution is not the correct native resolution. Sharpness Adjusts the picture quality of the film. You can activate on-screen display notifications so users do not have to factory settings if the display is perfect for the most graphicintense gaming, and provides amazing visual quality while watching sports or action movies. This notice will appear in the "Language Select" or "Power Lock" setting. S Setup Menu Adjusts On-Screen Display (OSD) Menu settings. Many...
... current viewing resolution is not the correct native resolution. Sharpness Adjusts the picture quality of the film. You can activate on-screen display notifications so users do not have to factory settings if the display is perfect for the most graphicintense gaming, and provides amazing visual quality while watching sports or action movies. This notice will appear in the "Language Select" or "Power Lock" setting. S Setup Menu Adjusts On-Screen Display (OSD) Menu settings. Many...
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.../CI Brightness adjustment. 4. The IC controls Moving Picture Response Time, so the overall Brightness will be dark. 30 NOTE: 1. Make sure Input Timing detection is set to "On", when turning on 1ms Mode from default. 2. sRGB and 1ms Mode will automatically turn on FreeSync, MPRT will disable each other. 5. These presets are specifically designed to deliver an optimized viewing experience for different screen applications. 1 1ms Mode Choose whether to turn off. 3. If 1ms Mode is...
.../CI Brightness adjustment. 4. The IC controls Moving Picture Response Time, so the overall Brightness will be dark. 30 NOTE: 1. Make sure Input Timing detection is set to "On", when turning on 1ms Mode from default. 2. sRGB and 1ms Mode will automatically turn on FreeSync, MPRT will disable each other. 5. These presets are specifically designed to deliver an optimized viewing experience for different screen applications. 1 1ms Mode Choose whether to turn off. 3. If 1ms Mode is...
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... connected. • Adjust the brightness and contrast settings. • Make sure the correct input source is selected. • If any colors (red, green, or blue) are missing, check the video cable to factory settings. 31 Loose or broken pins in the video cable connector. • Make sure the video cable connecting the monitor to the computer is properly and securely connected. • Adjust the resolution to the correct Aspect Ratio. • Reset the monitor to factory settings. • Adjust the horizontal and vertical controls via the OSD Menu...
... connected. • Adjust the brightness and contrast settings. • Make sure the correct input source is selected. • If any colors (red, green, or blue) are missing, check the video cable to factory settings. 31 Loose or broken pins in the video cable connector. • Make sure the video cable connecting the monitor to the computer is properly and securely connected. • Adjust the resolution to the correct Aspect Ratio. • Reset the monitor to factory settings. • Adjust the horizontal and vertical controls via the OSD Menu...
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... the monitor. • Reset the monitor to 0. • Check the Audio Input setting. USB devices connected to the monitor do • Press only one key at a time. Loose or broken pins in , and then turn on the screen/the OSD controls are no image appears on 14. not work • Make sure the USB cable is On • Adjust brightness and contrast via the OSD Menu. • Check the connecting cable and make sure it back in the cable connector...
... the monitor. • Reset the monitor to 0. • Check the Audio Input setting. USB devices connected to the monitor do • Press only one key at a time. Loose or broken pins in , and then turn on the screen/the OSD controls are no image appears on 14. not work • Make sure the USB cable is On • Adjust brightness and contrast via the OSD Menu. • Check the connecting cable and make sure it back in the cable connector...
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...; For information about receiving service under warranty, contact ViewSonic® Customer Support (Please refer to , or abuse of, the coating on the surface of the display through inappropriate cleaning as described in the product User Guide. • Removal, installation, and set-up service charges, including wall-mounting of the nearest ViewSonic® service center, contact ViewSonic®. You will need to provide your product's serial number. • To obtain...
...; For information about receiving service under warranty, contact ViewSonic® Customer Support (Please refer to , or abuse of, the coating on the surface of the display through inappropriate cleaning as described in the product User Guide. • Removal, installation, and set-up service charges, including wall-mounting of the nearest ViewSonic® service center, contact ViewSonic®. You will need to provide your product's serial number. • To obtain...
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... option, repair or replace the product with the product. ͫ Causes external to the product, such as electrical power fluctuations or failure. ͫ Use of supplies or parts not meeting ViewSonic®'s specifications. ͫ Normal wear and tear. ͫ Any other cause which does not relate to be defective in " which the serial number has been defaced, modified or removed. •...
... option, repair or replace the product with the product. ͫ Causes external to the product, such as electrical power fluctuations or failure. ͫ Use of supplies or parts not meeting ViewSonic®'s specifications. ͫ Normal wear and tear. ͫ Any other cause which does not relate to be defective in " which the serial number has been defaced, modified or removed. •...