iiyama X2377HDS Owner's Manual

USER MANUAL

Thank you very much for choosing the iiyama LCD monitor. We recommend that you take a few minutes to read carefully through this brief but comprehensive manual before installing and switching on the monitor. Please keep this manual in a safe place for your future reference.

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Congratulations, Your display is designed for both you and the planet!

This display carries the TCO Certiﬁ ed label. This ensures that the display is designed for minimal impact on the climate and natural environment, while offering all the performance expected from top of the line electronic products. TCO Certiﬁ ed is a third party veriﬁ ed program, where every product model is tested by an accredited independent test laboratory. TCO Certified represents one of the toughest certiﬁ cations for displays worldwide.

Some of the Usability features of the TCO Displays 5.0 requirements:

Visual Ergonomics

Good visual ergonomics in order to improve the working environment for the user and to reduce sight and strain problems. Important parameters are:

● Light levels without color tint, Uniform color and luminance, Wide color gamut

● Calibrated color temperature and gamma curve

● Wide luminance level, Dark black levels, Low monitor blur

Electrical Safety

● Product fulﬁ lls rigorous safety standards

Emissions

● Low alternating electric and magnetic ﬁ elds emissions

● Low acoustic noise emissions

Some of the environmental features of the TCO Displays 5.0 requirements:

● The brand owner demonstrates corporate social responsibility and has a certiﬁ ed environmental management system (EMAS or ISO14001)

● Very low energy consumption both in on- and standby mode

● Restrictions on chlorinated and brominated ﬂ ame retardants, plasticizers and polymers

● Restrictions on heavy metals such as cadmium, mercury and lead (RoHS compliance)

● Both product and product packaging is prepared for recycling

● The brand owner offers take-back options

The requirements included in this label have been developed by TCO Development in co-operation with scientists, experts, users as well as manufacturers all over the world. Since the end of the 1980s TCO has been involved in inﬂ uencing the development of IT equipment in a more user-friendly direction. Our labeling system started with displays in 1992 and is now requested by users and IT-manufacturers all over the world.

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For more information, please visit: www.tcodevelopment.com

Technology for you and the planet

A certiﬁ ed power supply cord has to be used with this equipment. The relevant national installation and/or equipment regulations shall be considered. A certiﬁ ed power supply cord not lighter than ordinary polyvinyl chloride ﬂ exible cord according to IEC 60227 (designation H05VV-F 3G 0.75mm or H05VVH2-F2 3G 0.75mm according to IEC 60245 (designation H05RR-F 3G 0.75mm

) shall be used. Alternative a flexible cord be of synthetic rubber

) shall be used.

CE MARKING DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY

This LCD monitor complies with the requirements of the EC Directive 2004/108/EC “EMC Directive” , 2006/95/EC “Low Voltage Directive” and 2009/125/EC “ErP Directive”. The electro-magnetic susceptibility has been chosen at a level that gives correct operation in residential areas, business and light industrial premises and small-scale enterprises, inside as well as outside of the buildings. All places of operation are characterised by their connection to the

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public low voltage power supply system. IIYAMA CORPORATION: Breguetlaan 8, 1438BC Oude Meer The Netherlands

For displays with glossy bezels the user should consider the placement of the display as the bezel may cause disturbing reﬂ ections from surrounding light and bright surfaces.

We recommend recycling of used product. Please contact your dealer or iiyama service center. Recycle information is obtained via the Internet, using the address: http://www.iiyama.com You can access the Web page of different countries from there.

We reserve the right to change speciﬁ cations without notice.

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All trademarks used in this user manual are the property of their respective owners.

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As an ENERGY STAR® Partner, iiyama has determined that this product meets the ENERGY STAR® guidelines for energy

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efﬁ ciency.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

FOR YOUR SAFETY ..........................................................................1

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ..............................................................1

SPECIAL NOTES ON LCD MONITORS .......................................3

CUSTOMER SERVICE .................................................................4

CLEANING ....................................................................................4

BEFORE YOU OPERATE THE MONITOR ........................................5

FEATURES ....................................................................................5

CHEKING THE CONTENTS OF THE PACKAGE .........................5

FITTING AND REMOVAL OF BASE ............................................6

CONTROLS AND CONNECTORS ................................................7

CONNECTING YOUR MONITOR .................................................8

COMPUTER SETTING .................................................................9

ADJUSTING THE VIEWING ANGLE ............................................9

OPERATING THE MONITOR ...........................................................10

ADJUSTMENT MENU CONTENTS ............................................11

SCREEN ADJUSTMENTS ..........................................................18

POWER MANAGEMENT FEATURE ...........................................21

TROUBLE SHOOTING ....................................................................22

RECYCLING INFORMATION ...........................................................23

APPENDIX ......................................................................................23

SPECIFICATIONS .......................................................................23

DIMENSIONS ..............................................................................24

COMPLIANT TIMING ..................................................................24

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FOR YOUR SAFETY

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

WARNING

STOP OPERATING THE MONITOR WHEN YOU SENSE TROUBLE

If you notice any abnormal phenomena such as smoke, strange sounds or fumes, unplug the monitor and contact your dealer or iiyama service center immediately. Further use may be dangerous and can cause ﬁ re or electric shock.

NEVER REMOVE THE CABINET

High voltage circuits are inside the monitor. Removing the cabinet may expose you to the danger of ﬁ re or electric shock.

DO NOT PUT ANY OBJECT INTO THE MONITOR

Do not put any solid objects or liquids such as water into the monitor. In case of an accident, unplug your monitor immediately and contact your dealer or iiyama service center. Using the monitor with any object inside may cause ﬁ re, electric shock or damage.

INSTALL THE MONITOR ON A FLAT, STABLE SURFACE

The monitor may cause an injury if it falls or is dropped.

DO NOT USE THE MONITOR NEAR WATER

Do not use where water may be splashed or spilt onto the monitor as it may cause ﬁ re or electric shock.

OPERATE UNDER THE SPECIFIED POWER SUPPLY

Be sure to operate the monitor only with the speciﬁ ed power supply. Use of an incorrect voltage will cause malfunction and may cause ﬁ re or electric shock.

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PROTECT THE CABLES

Do not pull or bend the power cable and signal cable. Do not place the monitor or any other heavy objects on the cables. If damaged, the cables may cause ﬁ re or electric shock.

ADVERSE WEATHER CONDITIONS

It is advisable not to operate the monitor during a heavy thunder storm as the continual breaks in power may cause malfunction. It is also advised not to touch the plug in these circumstances as it may cause electric shock.

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CAUTION

INSTALLATION LOCATION

Do not install the monitor where sudden temperature changes may occur, or in humid, dusty or smoky areas as it may cause ﬁ re, electric shock or damage. You should also avoid areas where the sun shines directly on the monitor.

DO NOT PLACE THE MONITOR IN A HAZARDOUS POSITION

The monitor may topple and cause injury if not suitably located. Please also ensure that you do not place any heavy objects on the monitor, and that all cables are routed such that children may not pull the cables and possibly cause injury.

MAINTAIN GOOD VENTILATION

Ventilation slots are provided to keep the monitor from overheating. Covering the slots may cause ﬁ re. To allow adequate air circulation, place the monitor at least 10 cm (or 4 inches) from any walls.

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Do not remove the tilt stand when operating the monitor. Ventilation slots on the back of the cabinet will be blocked and the monitor may overheat if the stand is removed. This may cause ﬁ re or damage. Operating the monitor on its back, side, upside down or on a carpet or any other soft material may also cause damage.

DISCONNECT THE CABLES WHEN YOU MOVE THE MONITOR

When you move the monitor, turn off the power switch, unplug the monitor and be sure the signal cable is disconnected. If you do not disconnect them, it may cause ﬁ re or electric shock.

UNPLUG THE MONITOR

If the monitor is not in use for a long period of time it is recommended that it is left unplugged to avoid accidents.

HOLD THE PLUG WHEN DISCONNECTING

To disconnect the power cable or signal cable, always pull it by the plug. Never pull on the cable itself as this may cause ﬁ re or electric shock.

DO NOT TOUCH THE PLUG WITH WET HANDS

Pulling or inserting the plug with wet hands may cause electric shock.

WHEN YOU INSTALL THE MONITOR ON YOUR COMPUTER

Be sure the computer is strong enough to hold the weight of the monitor, otherwise, you may damage your computer.

Do not use the monitor for 24-hours continuously

The monitor is not designed to work for 24-hours continuously, do not use the monitor for 24-hours continuously.

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ERGONOMIC RECOMMENDATIONS

To eliminate eye fatigue, do not operate the monitor against a bright background or in a dark room. For optimal viewing comfort, the monitor should be just below eye level and 40-60 cm (16-24 inches) away from your eyes. When using the monitor over a prolonged time, a ten minute break every hour is recommended as looking at the screen continuously can cause eye strain.

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SPECIAL NOTES ON LCD MONITORS

The following symptoms are normal with LCD monitors and do not indicate a problem.

When you ﬁ rst turn on the LCD monitor, the picture may not ﬁ t in the display area

NOTE

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because of the type of computer that is used. In this case, adjust the picture position to the correct position. Due to the nature of the backlight, the screen may ﬂ icker during initial use. Turn off the

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Power Switch and then turn it on again to make sure the ﬂ icker disappears. You may find slightly uneven brightness on the screen depending on the desktop

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pattern you use. Notice for the LCD display

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When static image are displayed for long periods of time, the image may cause an imprint on the LCD display. This is called image retention or burn-in. To prevent image retention, do any of the following:

- Use a screen saver that has moving graphics or a blank white image.

- Switch desktop backgrounds regularly.

- Adjust the LCD display to low brightness setting.

- Turn off the LCD display when the system is not in use.

Things to do when the LCD display shows image retention:

- Turn off the monitor for extended periods of time. It can be several hours or several days.

- Use a screen saver and run it for extended periods of time.

- Use a black or white image, and run it for extended periods of time.

Contact your dealer or iiyama service center for the backlight replacement when the

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screen is dark, ﬂ ickering or not lighting up. Never attempt to replace it by yourself.

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CUSTOMER SERVICE

NOTE

CLEANING

WARNING

CAUTION

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NOTE

CABINET

LCD SCREEN

If you have to return your unit for service and the original packaging has been

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discarded, please contact your dealer or iiyama service center for advice or replacement packaging.

If you drop any materials or liquids such as water into the monitor when cleaning,

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unplug the power cable immediately and contact your dealer or iiyama service center. For safety reasons, turn off the power switch and unplug the monitor before you clean

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it. To protect the LCD panel, do not scratch or rub the screen with a hard object.

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Never use any of the following strong solvents. These will damage the cabinet and the

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LCD screen.

Thinner Benzine Abrasive cleaner Spray-type cleaner Wax Acid or Alkaline solvent

Touching the cabinet with any product made from rubber or plastic for a long time may

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cause degeneration or loss of paint on the cabinet.

Stains can be removed with a cloth lightly moistened with a mild detergent solvent. Then wipe the cabinet with a soft dry cloth.

Periodic cleaning with a soft dry cloth is recommended. Don't use tissue paper etc. because these will damage the LCD screen.

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