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... website. VX2718-PC-mhd VX2718-2KPC-mhd Display User Guide IMPORTANT: Please read this User Guide to obtain important information on installing and using your product in a safe manner, as well as registering your limited coverage from ViewSonic® Corporation, 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 this User Guide will describe...
... website. VX2718-PC-mhd VX2718-2KPC-mhd Display User Guide IMPORTANT: Please read this User Guide to obtain important information on installing and using your product in a safe manner, as well as registering your limited coverage from ViewSonic® Corporation, 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 this User Guide will describe...
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... the device to clean the external housing. Safety Precautions Please read the following Safety Precautions before you touch it 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 safe place for your outlet, obtain an adapter and do...
... the device to clean the external housing. Safety Precautions Please read the following Safety Precautions before you touch it 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 safe place for your outlet, obtain an adapter and do...
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When using ear-/headphones, adjust the volume to the graphics card's user guide. 4 For details, please refer to appropriate levels, or hearing damage may result. • NOTICE: THE MONITOR MAY OVERHEAT AND SHUTDOWN! 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 damaged ͫ...
When using ear-/headphones, adjust the volume to the graphics card's user guide. 4 For details, please refer to appropriate levels, or hearing damage may result. • NOTICE: THE MONITOR MAY OVERHEAT AND SHUTDOWN! 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 damaged ͫ...
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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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... a flat, stable surface with the wall mounting kit to mount the monitor onto the wall. 10 Attach the mounting bracket to the table below for the standard dimensions for wall mount kits. Turn off the device and disconnect all cables. 2. Follow the instructions that come with the screen facing down. 3. Maximum Loading 14 kg Hole pattern (W x H) 75 x 75 mm Interface Pad (W x H x D) Pad Hole Screw Specification...
... a flat, stable surface with the wall mounting kit to mount the monitor onto the wall. 10 Attach the mounting bracket to the table below for the standard dimensions for wall mount kits. Turn off the device and disconnect all cables. 2. Follow the instructions that come with the screen facing down. 3. Maximum Loading 14 kg Hole pattern (W x H) 75 x 75 mm Interface Pad (W x H x D) Pad Hole Screw Specification...
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... the Power button again. Using the Control Panel Keys Use the control panel keys to the power outlet. To turn on the monitor. 3. NOTE: The monitor will still consume some power as long as the power cord is not being used for a long period of time, please disconnect the power plug from the power outlet. If the monitor is connected to access the Quick Menu, activate Hot Keys, navigate the On-Screen Display (OSD) Menu, and change the settings...
... the Power button again. Using the Control Panel Keys Use the control panel keys to the power outlet. To turn on the monitor. 3. NOTE: The monitor will still consume some power as long as the power cord is not being used for a long period of time, please disconnect the power plug from the power outlet. If the monitor is connected to access the Quick Menu, activate Hot Keys, navigate the On-Screen Display (OSD) Menu, and change the settings...
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Volume Adjust the level, or mute the volume. Contrast/Brightness Adjust the contrast or brightness level. Menu Description ViewMode Select one of the screen to activate the Quick Menu. View Mode Standard FPS Game RTS Game MOBA Game Movie Web Text MAC Mono NOTE: Follow the key guide that appears on the bottom of the preset color settings. Exit Exit the Quick Menu. 16 Input Select Select the input source. Quick Menu Press the 1(«) key to select the option or make adjustments.
Volume Adjust the level, or mute the volume. Contrast/Brightness Adjust the contrast or brightness level. Menu Description ViewMode Select one of the screen to activate the Quick Menu. View Mode Standard FPS Game RTS Game MOBA Game Movie Web Text MAC Mono NOTE: Follow the key guide that appears on the bottom of the preset color settings. Exit Exit the Quick Menu. 16 Input Select Select the input source. Quick Menu Press the 1(«) key to select the option or make adjustments.
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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 lock/unlock the Power button. When the menu appears 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 1(«) + 3 Press the keys to display/hide the boot up screen when the device is turned on 18 Key 1(«) + 2 Description Press and hold for 10 seconds to turn on .
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 lock/unlock the Power button. When the menu appears 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 1(«) + 3 Press the keys to display/hide the boot up screen when the device is turned on 18 Key 1(«) + 2 Description Press and hold for 10 seconds to turn on .
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Press the 1(«) or 2 key to display the On-Screen Display (OSD) Menu. Press the 2/3/4 key to select the main menu. Input Select Audio Adjust ViewMode Color Adjust Manual Image Setup Menu Adjust Contrast/Brightness Color Temperature Color Space Color Range Contrast Brightness 75% 1920 x 1080 @ 60Hz 19 Then press the 3 key to enter the selected menu. Input Select Audio Adjust ViewMode Color Adjust Manual Image Setup Menu Adjust HDMI 1 HDMI 2 DisplayPort 75% 1920 x 1080 @ 60Hz 2. Configuring the Settings General Operations 1.
Press the 1(«) or 2 key to display the On-Screen Display (OSD) Menu. Press the 2/3/4 key to select the main menu. Input Select Audio Adjust ViewMode Color Adjust Manual Image Setup Menu Adjust Contrast/Brightness Color Temperature Color Space Color Range Contrast Brightness 75% 1920 x 1080 @ 60Hz 19 Then press the 3 key to enter the selected menu. Input Select Audio Adjust ViewMode Color Adjust Manual Image Setup Menu Adjust HDMI 1 HDMI 2 DisplayPort 75% 1920 x 1080 @ 60Hz 2. Configuring the Settings General Operations 1.
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... 2 key to the previous screen. 20 Press the 4 key to return to adjust/select the setting. 3. Then press the 3 key to confirm. Then press the 3 key to enter the sub-menu. Input Select Audio Adjust ViewMode Color Adjust Manual Image Setup Menu Adjust Contrast/Brightness Color Temperature Color Space Color Range sRGB Bluish Cool Native Warm User Color 75% 1920 x 1080 @ 60Hz NOTE: Certain menu option adjustments do not require the user to press the 3 key...
... 2 key to the previous screen. 20 Press the 4 key to return to adjust/select the setting. 3. Then press the 3 key to confirm. Then press the 3 key to enter the sub-menu. Input Select Audio Adjust ViewMode Color Adjust Manual Image Setup Menu Adjust Contrast/Brightness Color Temperature Color Space Color Range sRGB Bluish Cool Native Warm User Color 75% 1920 x 1080 @ 60Hz NOTE: Certain menu option adjustments do not require the user to press the 3 key...
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Appendix Specifications Item Category LCD Type Input Signal Display Size Color Filter Glass Surface Video Sync Compatibility Resolution1 PC Macintosh Recommended Supported Power Adapter2 Input Voltage Specifications VX2718-PC-mhd VX2718-2KPC-mhd TFT a-Si Active Matrix 1920 x 1080 LCD; 0.1038 (H)mm x 0.3114 (V)mm pixel pitch TFT a-Si Active Matrix 2560 x 1440 LCD; 0.0777 (H)mm x 0.2331 (V)mm pixel pitch 68.6 cm, 27" RGB vertical stripe Anti-Glare type, 3H hard coating TMDS digital (100 Ω) HDMI 1 & 2: fh30-160 Khz, fv...
Appendix Specifications Item Category LCD Type Input Signal Display Size Color Filter Glass Surface Video Sync Compatibility Resolution1 PC Macintosh Recommended Supported Power Adapter2 Input Voltage Specifications VX2718-PC-mhd VX2718-2KPC-mhd TFT a-Si Active Matrix 1920 x 1080 LCD; 0.1038 (H)mm x 0.3114 (V)mm pixel pitch TFT a-Si Active Matrix 2560 x 1440 LCD; 0.0777 (H)mm x 0.2331 (V)mm pixel pitch 68.6 cm, 27" RGB vertical stripe Anti-Glare type, 3H hard coating TMDS digital (100 Ω) HDMI 1 & 2: fh30-160 Khz, fv...
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...in your computer to the display. 2 Please use the power adapter from ViewSonic® or an authorized source only. 26 Item Display Area Operating conditions Storage conditions Dimensions Wall Mount Weight Power saving modes Category Full Scan (H x V) Temperature Humidity Altitude Temperature Humidity Altitude Physical (W x H x D) Dimensions Physical On Off Specifications VX2718-PC-mhd VX2718-2KPC-mhd 597.888 x 336.....5 x 474.7 x 224.7 mm (24" x 18.7" x 8.8") 75 x 75 mm 3.9 kg (8.6 lbs) 26W (Typical) < 0.3W 1 Do not set the graphics card in permanent damage to exceed these timing...
...in your computer to the display. 2 Please use the power adapter from ViewSonic® or an authorized source only. 26 Item Display Area Operating conditions Storage conditions Dimensions Wall Mount Weight Power saving modes Category Full Scan (H x V) Temperature Humidity Altitude Temperature Humidity Altitude Physical (W x H x D) Dimensions Physical On Off Specifications VX2718-PC-mhd VX2718-2KPC-mhd 597.888 x 336.....5 x 474.7 x 224.7 mm (24" x 18.7" x 8.8") 75 x 75 mm 3.9 kg (8.6 lbs) 26W (Typical) < 0.3W 1 Do not set the graphics card in permanent damage to exceed these timing...
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...-energy blue light for a more than one source. 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. Glossary This section describes the standard glossary of the screen image. 27 Audio Adjust Adjusts the volume, mutes the sound, or toggles between inputs if you have more comfortable viewing experience. Brightness Adjusts background black levels of terms used in a bright...
...-energy blue light for a more than one source. 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. Glossary This section describes the standard glossary of the screen image. 27 Audio Adjust Adjusts the volume, mutes the sound, or toggles between inputs if you have more comfortable viewing experience. Brightness Adjusts background black levels of terms used in a bright...
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Panel Default Panel Original Status sRGB Standard color space used for instructions on changing the resolution and refresh rate (vertical frequency). Bluish Cool Native Warm Set the color temperature to fit the user's needs. NOTE: VESA 1024 x 768 @ 60Hz, for example, means that are available for monitor color output (RGB, YUV). Default color temperature. I 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. Color Space Allows users to...
Panel Default Panel Original Status sRGB Standard color space used for instructions on changing the resolution and refresh rate (vertical frequency). Bluish Cool Native Warm Set the color temperature to fit the user's needs. NOTE: VESA 1024 x 768 @ 60Hz, for example, means that are available for monitor color output (RGB, YUV). Default color temperature. I 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. Color Space Allows users to...
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... native resolution. Many of these settings can manually set a variety of the monitor. 29 A setting on your monitor's screen. NOTE: (Exception) This control does not affect changes made in the display settings window when setting up the display resolution. Memory Recall Returns the adjustments back to reopen the menu. Resolution Notice The notice tells users that you cannot see the outermost edges of this manual. Sharpness Adjusts the picture quality of image quality adjustments. M Manual Image Adjust Displays the "Manual Image Adjust" menu. R Recall Resets...
... native resolution. Many of these settings can manually set a variety of the monitor. 29 A setting on your monitor's screen. NOTE: (Exception) This control does not affect changes made in the display settings window when setting up the display resolution. Memory Recall Returns the adjustments back to reopen the menu. Resolution Notice The notice tells users that you cannot see the outermost edges of this manual. Sharpness Adjusts the picture quality of image quality adjustments. M Manual Image Adjust Displays the "Manual Image Adjust" menu. R Recall Resets...
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... card, contact ViewSonic® for a non-DDC adapter. • Adjust brightness and contrast settings via the OSD Menu. • Check the Aspect Ratio. • Reset the monitor to factory settings. 31 Troubleshooting This section describes some common problems that the outlet is supplying power. • Make sure the video cable connecting the monitor to the computer is properly and securely connected. • Adjust the brightness and contrast settings. • Make sure the correct input source is selected. • If any colors (red, green, or blue...
... card, contact ViewSonic® for a non-DDC adapter. • Adjust brightness and contrast settings via the OSD Menu. • Check the Aspect Ratio. • Reset the monitor to factory settings. 31 Troubleshooting This section describes some common problems that the outlet is supplying power. • Make sure the video cable connecting the monitor to the computer is properly and securely connected. • Adjust the brightness and contrast settings. • Make sure the correct input source is selected. • If any colors (red, green, or blue...
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...; Problem or Issue Possible Solutions The screen appears yellow • Make sure the "Blue Light Filter" is not muted, nor set to 0. • Check the Audio Input setting. Control panel keys do not work • Restart the computer. No audio output • If using ear-/headphones, ensure the mini stereo jack is connected. • Make sure the volume is Off. Some menus aren't • Adjust the ViewMode or the input source. USB...
...; Problem or Issue Possible Solutions The screen appears yellow • Make sure the "Blue Light Filter" is not muted, nor set to 0. • Check the Audio Input setting. Control panel keys do not work • Restart the computer. No audio output • If using ear-/headphones, ensure the mini stereo jack is connected. • Make sure the volume is Off. Some menus aren't • Adjust the ViewMode or the input source. USB...
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... product modification, or failure to follow instructions supplied with a similar product. Limited Warranty ViewSonic® Display What the warranty covers: ViewSonic® warrants its sole option, and as your country of the first consumer purchase. The repair or replacement unit or parts or components will be covered by the customer, installation of any third-party software whether included with the product or...
... product modification, or failure to follow instructions supplied with a similar product. Limited Warranty ViewSonic® Display What the warranty covers: ViewSonic® warrants its sole option, and as your country of the first consumer purchase. The repair or replacement unit or parts or components will be covered by the customer, installation of any third-party software whether included with the product or...
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... display through inappropriate cleaning as described in the product User Guide. • Removal, installation, and set-up service charges, including wall-mounting of any unauthorized hardware, accessories, consumable parts or components (e.g. You will need to provide your product's serial number. • To obtain warranty service, you will be required to provide: (a) the original dated sales slip, (b) your name, (c) your address, (d) a description of the problem, and (e) the serial number...
... display through inappropriate cleaning as described in the product User Guide. • Removal, installation, and set-up service charges, including wall-mounting of any unauthorized hardware, accessories, consumable parts or components (e.g. You will need to provide your product's serial number. • To obtain warranty service, you will be required to provide: (a) the original dated sales slip, (b) your name, (c) your address, (d) a description of the problem, and (e) the serial number...
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... product for the first consumer purchaser. Mexico Limited Warranty ViewSonic® Display What the warranty covers: ViewSonic® warrants its sole 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...
... product for the first consumer purchaser. Mexico Limited Warranty ViewSonic® Display What the warranty covers: ViewSonic® warrants its sole 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...