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Contents Using Your eMachines Flat-Panel Monitor 1 Unpacking the monitor 2 Connecting the monitor 3 Attaching the base 3 Connecting video inputs 4 Connecting power 5 Connecting a security cable 5 Setting up the optional stand 6 Attaching the USB stand 6 Adjusting monitor height tension 8 Adjusting monitor tilt tension 9 Connecting the USB hub 10 Setting ...21 Picture has shadows or "ghosts 21 Color is not uniform 21 Image is not sized or centered correctly 21 The monitor has pixels that are always dark or too bright 22 Connecting an HDMI source (19-inch model 22 Connecting a game...
Contents Using Your eMachines Flat-Panel Monitor 1 Unpacking the monitor 2 Connecting the monitor 3 Attaching the base 3 Connecting video inputs 4 Connecting power 5 Connecting a security cable 5 Setting up the optional stand 6 Attaching the USB stand 6 Adjusting monitor height tension 8 Adjusting monitor tilt tension 9 Connecting the USB hub 10 Setting ...21 Picture has shadows or "ghosts 21 Color is not uniform 21 Image is not sized or centered correctly 21 The monitor has pixels that are always dark or too bright 22 Connecting an HDMI source (19-inch model 22 Connecting a game...
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Using Your eMachines Flat-Panel Monitor • Connecting the monitor • Setting up the optional stand • Setting up the optional speaker bar • Starting the monitor • Adjusting monitor settings • Power management • Maintaining • Troubleshooting • Specifications 1
Using Your eMachines Flat-Panel Monitor • Connecting the monitor • Setting up the optional stand • Setting up the optional speaker bar • Starting the monitor • Adjusting monitor settings • Power management • Maintaining • Troubleshooting • Specifications 1
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Using Your eMachines Flat-Panel Monitor Unpacking the monitor Your monitor box should contain the following items: • Monitor (with neck attached) • Base • This User Guide • VGA cable • Power cord If you are missing any items, call Customer Care. For telephone numbers, see the label on the back of your monitor. 2
Using Your eMachines Flat-Panel Monitor Unpacking the monitor Your monitor box should contain the following items: • Monitor (with neck attached) • Base • This User Guide • VGA cable • Power cord If you are missing any items, call Customer Care. For telephone numbers, see the label on the back of your monitor. 2
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www.emachines.com Connecting the monitor Important To attach the optional USB stand instead of the base, complete the instructions in "Setting up the monitor, first attach the base, then make your cable connections. Attaching the base To attach the base: • Place the monitor base on page 6. You may need to press the two buttons on the base to let the monitor slide on smoothly. Base buttons 3 To set up the optional stand" on a table top, then slide the monitor neck down onto the base until it clicks into place.
www.emachines.com Connecting the monitor Important To attach the optional USB stand instead of the base, complete the instructions in "Setting up the monitor, first attach the base, then make your cable connections. Attaching the base To attach the base: • Place the monitor base on page 6. You may need to press the two buttons on the base to let the monitor slide on smoothly. Base buttons 3 To set up the optional stand" on a table top, then slide the monitor neck down onto the base until it clicks into place.
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... only available on the back of the video cable to the white connector under the back of each. Using Your eMachines Flat-Panel Monitor Connecting video inputs To connect video sources to your monitor: 1 Position your computer. 4 The DVI jack is turned off, then connect the other end of your computer and the... monitor so you use the included right-angle VGA cable for the video connection so the speaker bar does not obstruct the cable. OR Connect the ...
... only available on the back of the video cable to the white connector under the back of each. Using Your eMachines Flat-Panel Monitor Connecting video inputs To connect video sources to your monitor: 1 Position your computer. 4 The DVI jack is turned off, then connect the other end of your computer and the... monitor so you use the included right-angle VGA cable for the video connection so the speaker bar does not obstruct the cable. OR Connect the ...
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... 5 Connecting a security cable You can reach the back, then connect the power cord to the power connector under the back of the monitor. (The appearance of your cable and connector may vary from voltage spikes. We recommend using a surge protector to protect your computer desk ...lock's instructions to connect it to the lock slot on the back of your monitor (cable lock not included). www.emachines.com Connecting power To connect power: 1 Position your monitor so you can secure your monitor to your monitor from that shown.) 2 Plug the power cord into a correctly grounded power outlet....
... 5 Connecting a security cable You can reach the back, then connect the power cord to the power connector under the back of the monitor. (The appearance of your cable and connector may vary from voltage spikes. We recommend using a surge protector to protect your computer desk ...lock's instructions to connect it to the lock slot on the back of your monitor (cable lock not included). www.emachines.com Connecting power To connect power: 1 Position your monitor so you can secure your monitor to your monitor from that shown.) 2 Plug the power cord into a correctly grounded power outlet....
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To attach the adjustable stand: 1 Make sure that the monitor is turned off. 2 Place the monitor face-down over the edge of the LCD panel. Screw 4 Remove the four small screws from the back of the table. 3 Remove the screw from ..., you can adjust the stand for height, tilt, and screen rotation. When the stand is ideal. Let the monitor base hang down on a stable, soft (non-marring) surface. Using Your eMachines Flat-Panel Monitor Setting up to four USB devices to your computer's USB port, you can buy an adjustable USB stand from...
To attach the adjustable stand: 1 Make sure that the monitor is turned off. 2 Place the monitor face-down over the edge of the LCD panel. Screw 4 Remove the four small screws from the back of the table. 3 Remove the screw from ..., you can adjust the stand for height, tilt, and screen rotation. When the stand is ideal. Let the monitor base hang down on a stable, soft (non-marring) surface. Using Your eMachines Flat-Panel Monitor Setting up to four USB devices to your computer's USB port, you can buy an adjustable USB stand from...
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... not equal. You also need to remove it , then lower the neck into place and release the lever. Using Your eMachines Flat-Panel Monitor 9 Slide the neck's bracket slot onto the bracket's mounting tab. 10 Press the bracket lever to the right and hold it from below the base ...
... not equal. You also need to remove it , then lower the neck into place and release the lever. Using Your eMachines Flat-Panel Monitor 9 Slide the neck's bracket slot onto the bracket's mounting tab. 10 Press the bracket lever to the right and hold it from below the base ...
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Tilt tension screw 9 www.emachines.com 2 Insert a Phillips screwdriver through the access hole in the base and onto the height tension screw (on the top of the stand) so the monitor stays in place when you let go . You may need to turn the screw several times before the tension is about 1... its tilt angle when you let go , turn the screw clockwise one complete turn the screw counter-clockwise several complete turns. If the monitor rises when you let go , turn to slightly decrease the lifting tension. 5 Replace the screwdriver access hole cap. 6 For optimum viewing, adjust the height...
Tilt tension screw 9 www.emachines.com 2 Insert a Phillips screwdriver through the access hole in the base and onto the height tension screw (on the top of the stand) so the monitor stays in place when you let go . You may need to turn the screw several times before the tension is about 1... its tilt angle when you let go , turn the screw clockwise one complete turn the screw counter-clockwise several complete turns. If the monitor rises when you let go , turn to slightly decrease the lifting tension. 5 Replace the screwdriver access hole cap. 6 For optimum viewing, adjust the height...
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... the top of the screen to 20° viewing angle for bifocal use these USB ports, you are based on your computer. Using Your eMachines Flat-Panel Monitor Ergonomic guidelines The recommended screen positioning is that the top of the display should be set at or slightly below (about 1 inch or 25...
... the top of the screen to 20° viewing angle for bifocal use these USB ports, you are based on your computer. Using Your eMachines Flat-Panel Monitor Ergonomic guidelines The recommended screen positioning is that the top of the display should be set at or slightly below (about 1 inch or 25...
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... vary from that shown.) 12 Power button 2 Turn on the monitor's power button should be blue. Starting the monitor To start the monitor: 1 Press the power button on the front of your computer. Using Your eMachines Flat-Panel Monitor 6 Turn on -screen display (OSD) to appear. The power LED on the ...the power/volume knob clockwise. If the power LED is not blue or you see "Troubleshooting" on page 13. Important When adjusting the monitor settings, always press the Auto button before entering the OSD. The green LED to the ideal settings for the current screen resolution. Allow about...
... vary from that shown.) 12 Power button 2 Turn on the monitor's power button should be blue. Starting the monitor To start the monitor: 1 Press the power button on the front of your computer. Using Your eMachines Flat-Panel Monitor 6 Turn on -screen display (OSD) to appear. The power LED on the ...the power/volume knob clockwise. If the power LED is not blue or you see "Troubleshooting" on page 13. Important When adjusting the monitor settings, always press the Auto button before entering the OSD. The green LED to the ideal settings for the current screen resolution. Allow about...
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www.emachines.com Adjusting monitor settings Use the monitor controls (located on the monitor itself) and computer controls (accessible through Windows) to open a menu or setting. The monitor saves changes you make to the settings, even if you turn off the monitor. (The appearance of your monitor may vary from... that lets you adjust contrast, brightness, and other settings for the monitor. OSD inactive: Press to automatically optimize the monitor's image position, clock, and phase. • / (...
www.emachines.com Adjusting monitor settings Use the monitor controls (located on the monitor itself) and computer controls (accessible through Windows) to open a menu or setting. The monitor saves changes you make to the settings, even if you turn off the monitor. (The appearance of your monitor may vary from... that lets you adjust contrast, brightness, and other settings for the monitor. OSD inactive: Press to automatically optimize the monitor's image position, clock, and phase. • / (...
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... level or change the option. 5 Press the Input button to return to a previous menu. 6 When you identify them. 1 Press the Auto button. Using Your eMachines Flat-Panel Monitor On-screen display options Adjusting OSD settings To adjust the OSD settings: Tip While the OSD is automatically adjusted to the ideal settings for...
... level or change the option. 5 Press the Input button to return to a previous menu. 6 When you identify them. 1 Press the Auto button. Using Your eMachines Flat-Panel Monitor On-screen display options Adjusting OSD settings To adjust the OSD settings: Tip While the OSD is automatically adjusted to the ideal settings for...
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www.emachines.com OSD menus OSD Menu Main menu Main Menu Auto Picture Geometry Advanced Reset Description Auto-Automatically adjusts your monitor to its factory settings. High gamma levels increase white levels and low gamma levels increase contrast. 15 Gamma-Customizes the gamma level. Use ...the lowest brightness setting you can adjust color balance, change the OSD language, and display information about current monitor settings. Picture menu Picture Brightness Contrast Gamma Brightness-Adjusts the amount of light in the darkest portion of the...
www.emachines.com OSD menus OSD Menu Main menu Main Menu Auto Picture Geometry Advanced Reset Description Auto-Automatically adjusts your monitor to its factory settings. High gamma levels increase white levels and low gamma levels increase contrast. 15 Gamma-Customizes the gamma level. Use ...the lowest brightness setting you can adjust color balance, change the OSD language, and display information about current monitor settings. Picture menu Picture Brightness Contrast Gamma Brightness-Adjusts the amount of light in the darkest portion of the...
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...; 900, displays a reminder that you prefer using your computer's display resolution, see "Changing Windows screen settings" on changing your monitor at a resolution less than that, use the optimum 1440 × 900 resolution. You can also press the Auto button to ... Advanced Color Language LED Brightness Resolution Reminder Information Color-Customizes the color levels. If you should change . Using Your eMachines Flat-Panel Monitor OSD Menu Geometry menu Geometry H-Position V-Position Clock Phase Description H-Position-Moves the display image left and right. Information...
...; 900, displays a reminder that you prefer using your computer's display resolution, see "Changing Windows screen settings" on changing your monitor at a resolution less than that, use the optimum 1440 × 900 resolution. You can also press the Auto button to ... Advanced Color Language LED Brightness Resolution Reminder Information Color-Customizes the color levels. If you should change . Using Your eMachines Flat-Panel Monitor OSD Menu Geometry menu Geometry H-Position V-Position Clock Phase Description H-Position-Moves the display image left and right. Information...
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...Support. The Display Properties dialog box opens. 3 Click the Settings tab. 4 To change the color depth, click the arrow button to suit your monitor. To change the color depth and screen resolution in your images seems "false" or "jumpy," especially after several seconds. 5 Click OK, then ...You can be displayed on your Windows desktop, then click Properties. 2 Click Display. www.emachines.com Changing Windows screen settings Color depth and screen resolution are two of the most basic monitor settings you may need to change to open the Color quality list, then click the color ...
...Support. The Display Properties dialog box opens. 3 Click the Settings tab. 4 To change the color depth, click the arrow button to suit your monitor. To change the color depth and screen resolution in your images seems "false" or "jumpy," especially after several seconds. 5 Click OK, then ...You can be displayed on your Windows desktop, then click Properties. 2 Click Display. www.emachines.com Changing Windows screen settings Color depth and screen resolution are two of the most basic monitor settings you may need to change to open the Color quality list, then click the color ...
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....025 Yes 15 VESA 1440 × 900 55.935 59.887 Yes 16 VESA 1440 × 900 70.635 74.984 No 18 Using Your eMachines Flat-Panel Monitor Video modes Your monitor supports several video modes. If you do not use the best mode for the...
....025 Yes 15 VESA 1440 × 900 55.935 59.887 Yes 16 VESA 1440 × 900 70.635 74.984 No 18 Using Your eMachines Flat-Panel Monitor Video modes Your monitor supports several video modes. If you do not use the best mode for the...
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...levels: VESA state LED indicator 17-inch power consumption 19-inch power consumption On Active Off Blue Orange < 25 W This monitor complies with the EPA's International ENERGY STAR Program, which is a program designed to encourage manufacturers of computer equipment to build circuitry... power consumption during time of non-use . www.emachines.com Power management ENERGY STAR As an ENERGY STAR® Partner, eMachines has determined that supports the VESA Display Power Management Signaling (DPMS) Protocol, the monitor can be reduced to reduce energy consumption during periods of...
...levels: VESA state LED indicator 17-inch power consumption 19-inch power consumption On Active Off Blue Orange < 25 W This monitor complies with the EPA's International ENERGY STAR Program, which is a program designed to encourage manufacturers of computer equipment to build circuitry... power consumption during time of non-use . www.emachines.com Power management ENERGY STAR As an ENERGY STAR® Partner, eMachines has determined that supports the VESA Display Power Management Signaling (DPMS) Protocol, the monitor can be reduced to reduce energy consumption during periods of...
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... near water. • Keep the monitor away from radiators or heat vents. • Keep the monitor out of the monitor and the wall outlet. Wipe the cabinet, screen, and controls. Using Your eMachines Flat-Panel Monitor Maintaining To keep the monitor in optimal working order: • ...Do not block the ventilation holes. • Do not expose the monitor to enable multiple monitors. • You can use both your notebook's display and this monitor in this troubleshooting section...
... near water. • Keep the monitor away from radiators or heat vents. • Keep the monitor out of the monitor and the wall outlet. Wipe the cabinet, screen, and controls. Using Your eMachines Flat-Panel Monitor Maintaining To keep the monitor in optimal working order: • ...Do not block the ventilation holes. • Do not expose the monitor to enable multiple monitors. • You can use both your notebook's display and this monitor in this troubleshooting section...
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...that might be bent or pushed in . • Turn off the monitor and unplug the video cable from the back of your computer. www.emachines.com • If the power LED is orange: • Make ...sure that your computer is turned on. • Move the mouse or press any key on the keyboard to bring the monitor out ...the display image to adjust the image. For more information about connecting the video cable, see "Connecting the monitor" on page 3. • Make sure that the video cable is not uniform • Press Menu,...
...that might be bent or pushed in . • Turn off the monitor and unplug the video cable from the back of your computer. www.emachines.com • If the power LED is orange: • Make ...sure that your computer is turned on. • Move the mouse or press any key on the keyboard to bring the monitor out ...the display image to adjust the image. For more information about connecting the video cable, see "Connecting the monitor" on page 3. • Make sure that the video cable is not uniform • Press Menu,...