AOC 917VW User Manual

917Vw User Manual

1. Preface

About This Guide

This guide describes the monitor's features, setup, and operation. lnformation in this document is subject to change without notice.
The sections are as follows:

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Safety Instructions: lists safety information.

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Setup: describes the initial setup process.

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Using the Monitor: gives an overview of how to use the monitor.

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Drivers: provides driver installation instructions for Windows.

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Technical Support : provides tips and solutions for common problems.

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Product Information: lists the technical specifications of the monitor.

National Conventions

The following subsections describe notational conventions used in this document.

Notes, Cautions, and Warnings
Throughout this guide, blocks of text may be accompanied by an icon and printed in bold type or in italic type. These blocks are notes,

cautions, and warnings, and they are used as follows:

NOTE:

CAUTION:

A NOTE indicates important information that helps you make better use of your computer system.

A CAUTION indicates either potential damage to hardware or loss of data and tells you how to avoid the problem.

WARNING:

A WARNING indicates the potential for bodily harm and tells you how to avoid the problem.

Some warnings may appear in alternate formats and may be unaccompanied by an icon. In such cases, the specific presentation of the
warning is mandated by regulatory authority.

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2. Safety Introduction

FCC Notice

FCC Class B Radio Frequency Interference Statement WARNING: (FOR FCC CERTIFIED MODELS)

NOTE:

are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio
frequency energy, and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there
is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception,
which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following
measures:

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits

1. Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

2. Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

3. Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.

4. Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

NOTICE :

waste.Instead, it is your responsibility to dispose of your waste equipment by handing it o

1. The changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the
equipment.

2. Shielded interface cables and AC power cord, if any, must be used in order to comply with the emission limits.

3. The manufacturer is not responsible for any radio or TV interference caused by unauthorized modification to this equipment. It is
theresponsibilities of the user to correct such interference.

WEEE Declaration

Disposal of Waste Equipment by Users in Private Household in the European Union.

This symbol on the product or on its packaging indicates that this product must not be disposed of with your other household

ver to a designated collection point for the
recycling of waste electrical and electronic equipment.The separate collection and recycling of your waste equipment at the time of
disposal will help to conserve natural resources and ensure that it is recycled in a manner that protects human health and the
environment. For more information about where you can drop off your waste equipment for recycling, please contact your local city
office, your household waste disposal service or the shop where you purchased the product .

HG Declaration

SAFETY: Lamp Disposal

LAMP(S) INSIDE THIS PRODUCT CONTAIN MERCURY AND MUST BE RECYCLED OR DISPOSED OF ACCORDING TO LOCAL, STATE OR
FEDERAL LAWS. FOR MORE INFORMATION, CONTACT THE ELECTRONIC INDUSTRIES ALLIANCE AT WWW.EIAE.ORG.

Precautions

all or shelf, use a

nitor and to protect it

wire plug, have an electrician install the correct outlet, or use an adapter

propriate configured receptacles marked between

WARNING: Use of controls, adjustments, or procedures other than those specified in this documentation may result in
exposure to shock, electrical hazards, and/or mechanical hazards.

Read and follow these precautions when connecting and using your computer monitor:

PRECAUTIONS

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Do not use the monitor near water, e.g. near a bathtub, washbowl, kitchen sink, laundry tub, swimming pool or in a wet basement.

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Do not place the monitor on an unstable cart, stand, or table. If the monitor falls, it can injure a person and cause serious damage to the
appliance. Use only a cart or stand recommended by the manufacturer or sold with the monitor. If you mount the monitor on a w
mounting kit approved by the manufacturer and follow the kit instructions.

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Slots and openings in the back and bottom of the cabinet are provided for ventilation. To ensure reliable operation of the mo
from overheating, be sure these openings are not blocked or covered. Do not place the monitor on a bed, sofa, rug, or similar surface. Do not
place the monitor near or over a radiator or heat register. Do not place the monitor in a bookcase or cabinet unless proper ventilation is provided.

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The monitor should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the label. If you are not sure of the type of power supplied to
your home, consult your dealer or local power company.

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The monitor is equipped with a three-pronged grounded plug, a plug with a third (grounding) pin. This plug will fit only into a grounded power
outlet as a safety feature. If your outlet does not accommodate the three­to ground the appliance safely. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the grounded plug.

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Unplug the unit during a lightning storm or when it will not be used for long periods of time. This will protect the monitor from damage due to
power surges.

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Do not overload power strips and extension cords. Overloading can result in fire or electric shock.

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Never push any object into the slot on the monitor cabinet. It could short circuit parts causing a fire or electric shock. Never spill liquids on the
monitor.

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Do not attempt to service the monitor yourself; opening or removing covers can expose you to dangerous voltages and other hazards. Please
refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.

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To ensure satisfactory operation, use the monitor only with UL listed computers which have ap
100 - 240V AC, Min. 5A.

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The wall socket shall be installed near the equipment and shall be easily accessible.

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For use only with the attached power adapter (Output 12Vdc) which have UL,CSA listed license(Only for monitors with power adapter).

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Please make sure to clean the cabinet regularly with the provided cloth , you can use soft-cleanser to clean the stain , instead of severe spray

cleanser which will cauterize the monitor cabinet.

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Dont leak liquid into monitor which will result in the damage of chassis or component. Please unplug before cleaning ,and do not scratch the
screen with hard things.

3. Setup

Setup the stand and base

Please setup or remove the base following below steps.

Adjusting Viewing Angle

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For optimal viewing it is recommended to look at the full face of the monitor, then adjust the monitor's angle to your own
preference.

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Hold the stand so you do not topple the monitor when you change the monitor's angle.

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You are able to adjust the monitor's angle from -5°to 20°.

NOTE:

Do not touch the LCD screen when you change the angle. It may cause damage or break the LCD screen.

Attaching the Cables

Cable Connections On Back of Monitor and Computer

1. Power

2. DVI

3. Analog

Turn off your computer before performing the procedure below.

1. Connect the power cable to the AC port on the back of the monitor.

2. Connect one end of the 15-pin D-Sub cable to the back of the monitor and connect the other end to the computer's D-Sub port.

3. Turn on your monitor and computer.

If your monitor displays an image, installation is complete. If it does not display an image, see Troubleshooting.

Attaching Wall Mounting Arm
Preparing to Install An Optional Wall Mounting Arm

This monitor can be attached to a wall mounting arm you purchase separately. Disconnect power before this procedure. Follow these
steps:

1. Remove the base.

2. Follow the manufacturer's instructions to assemble the wall mounting arm.

3. Place the wall mounting arm onto the back of the monitor. Line up the holes of the arm with the holes in the back of the monitor.

4. Insert the 4 screws into the holes and tighten.

5. Reconnect the cables. Refer to the user's manual that came with the optional wall mounting arm for instructions on attaching it to

monitor on or off. The other control knobs are located at front panel of the monitor (See Figure ). By

the wall.

4. Using the Monitor

Setting the Optimal Resolution

The recommended resolution for this monitor is 1440 by 900. To setup the monitor to this resolution, follow the steps below.

1. Click START.

2. Click SETTINGS.

3. Click CONTROL PANEL.

4. Double click DISPLAY.

5. Click SETTINGS.

6. Set the resolution SLIDE-BAR to 1440 by 900.

External Controls
Press the power button to turn the

changing these settings, the picture can be adjusted to your personal preferences.
* The power cord should be connected.
* Press the power button to turn on the monitor. The power indicator will light up.