Lenovo L171p User Manual

Product numbers

9417-HB7
9417-HG7

First Edition (May 2005)

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Contents

Safety information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . iii

Chapter1. Getting started . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1

Shipping contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-1

Product overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-1

Types of adjustments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-2

Tilt/Swivel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-2

Height Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-2

Monitor Pivot . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-3

User controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-3

Cable lock slot . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-4

Setting up your monitor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-4

Connecting and turning on your monitor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-4

Registering your product . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-6

Chapter 2. Adjusting and using your monitor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-1

Comfort and accessibility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-1

Arranging your work area . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-1

Positioning and viewing your monitor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-1

Quick tips for healthy work habits . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-2

Accessibility information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-2

Adjusting your monitor image . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-3

Using the direct access controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-3

Using the On-Screen Display (OSD) controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-3

Selecting a supported display mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-6

Image rotation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-6

Understanding power management . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-7

Caring for your monitor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-8

Detaching the monitor stand . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-8

Chapter 3. Reference information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-1

Monitor specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-1

Troubleshooting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-2

Manual image setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-4

Manually installing the monitor driver . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-4

Installing the monitor driver in Windows XP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-4

Installing the monitor driver in Windows 2000 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-5

Getting further help . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-6

Service information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-7

Product numbers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-7

Customer responsibilities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-7

Service parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-8

Appendix A. Service and Support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .A-1

Online technical support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-1

Telephone technical support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-1

Appendix B. Notices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .B-1

Trademarks. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . B-2

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Safety information

Before installing this product, read the Safety Information.

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iii ThinkVision L171 Flat Panel Monitor User’s Guide

Chapter 1. Getting started

This User’s Guide contains detailed information on the ThinkVision™ L171p Flat
Panel Monitor. For a quick overview, please see the Setup Poster that was shipped
with your monitor.

Shipping contents

The product package should include the following items:

• ThinkVision L171p Flat Panel Monitor Setup Poster

• Monitor Safety, Troubleshooting, and Warranty Guide

• Reference and Driver CD

• ThinkVision L171p Flat Panel Monitor

•Power Cord

• Analog Interface Cable - Attached to monitor

Note: To attach a VESA mount, please see “Detaching the monitor stand” on page
2-7.

Product overview

This section will provide information on adjusting monitor positions, setting user
controls, and using the cable lock slot.

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Types of adjustments

Please see the illustration below for an example of the tilt range.

Tilt/Swivel

With the built-in pedestal, you can tilt and swivel the monitor for the most
comfortable viewing angle.

Height Adjustment

After pressing the top of the monitor, remove the fixed pin and adjust the height of the
monitor.

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Monitor Pivot

1. In locked/down Position

- Tilt upwards, so that lower edge of monitor clears the stand.

- Rotate clockwise until the monitor stops at 90 °.

2. Extended Position

- Rotate clockwise until the monitor stops at 90 °.

User controls

Your monitor has controls on the front which are used to adjust the display.

90

For information on how to use these controls, please see “Adjusting your monitor
image” on page 2-3.

Chapter 1. 1-3

Cable lock slot

Your monitor is equipped with a cable lock slot located on the rear of your monitor (in
the lower right corner). Please see the instructions that came with the cable lock to
learn how to attach it.

Setting up your monitor

This section provides information to help you set up your monitor.

Connecting and turning on your monitor

Note: Be sure to read the Safety Information located in the Monitor Safety,
Troubleshooting, and Warranty Guide before carrying out this procedure.

1. Power off your computer and all attached devices, and unplug the computer
power cord.

2. Connect the analog signal cable to the video port on the back of the computer.

Note: One end of the signal cable is already pre-attached to your monitor.

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Connect the digital cable to the DVI connector of the monitor and the other end on
the back of the computer.

Note: The digital cable is not included with the monitor.

Plug the monitor power cord and the computer cord into grounded electrical outlets.

Power on the monitor and the computer.

To install the monitor driver, insert the Reference and Driver CD, click Install driver,
and follow the on-screen instructions.

Chapter 1. 1-5

To optimize your monitor image, press the Automatic Image Setup key. Automatic
image setup requires that the monitor is warmed up for at least 15 minutes. This is not
required for normal operation.

Note: If automatic image setup does not establish the image that you prefer, perform
manual image setup. See “Manual image setup” on page 3-4 .

Registering your product

Please take a few moments to register your product and provide us with information
that will help IBM to better serve you in the future. Your feedback is valuable to us in
developing products and services that are important to you, as well as in developing
better ways to communicate with you. Register your option on the IBM Web site at

http://www.ibm.com/pc/register/

IBM will send you information and updates on your registered product unless you
indicate on the Web site questionnaire that you do not want to receive further
information.

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Chapter 2. Adjusting and using your monitor

This section will give you information on adjusting and using your monitor.

Comfort and accessibility

Good ergonomic practice is important to get the most from your personal computer
and to avoid discomfort. Arrange your workplace and the equipment you use to suit
your individual needs and the kind of work that you perform. In addition, use
healthy work habits to maximize your performance and comfort while using your
computer.

For more detailed information on any of these topics, visit the IBM Healthy
Computing Web site at: http://www.ibm.com/pc/ww/healthycomputing

Arranging your work area

Use a work surface of appropriate height and available working area to allow you to
work in comfort.

Organize your work area to match the way you use materials and equipment. Keep
your work area clean and clear for the materials that you typically use and place the
items that you use most frequently, such as the computer mouse or telephone, within
the easiest reach.

Equipment layout and setup play a large role in your working posture. The following
topics describe how to optimize equipment setup to achieve and maintain good
working posture.

Positioning and viewing your monitor

Position and adjust your computer monitor for comfortable viewing by considering
the following items:

• Viewing distance: Optimal viewing distances for monitors range from
approximately 510mm to 760mm (20 in to 30 in) and can vary depending on
ambient light and time of day. You can achieve different viewing distances by
repositioning your monitor or by modifying your posture or chair position. Use a
viewing distance that is most comfortable for you.

• Monitor height: Position the monitor so your head and neck are in a comfortable
and neutral (vertical, or upright) position. If your monitor does not have height
adjustments, you might have to place books or other sturdy objects under the
base of the monitor to achieve the desired height. A general guideline is to
position the monitor such that the top of the screen is at or slightly below your
eye-height when you are comfortably seated. However, be sure to optimize your
monitor height so the line of site between your eyes and the center the monitor
suits your preferences for visual distance and comfortable viewing when your eye
muscles are in a relaxed state.

• Tilt: Adjust the tilt of your monitor to optimize the appearance of the screen
content and to accommodate your preferred head and neck posture.

• General location: Position your monitor to avoid glare or reflections on the screen
from overhead lighting or nearby windows.

The following are some other tips for comfortable viewing of your monitor:

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• Use adequate lighting for the type of work you are performing.

• Use the monitor brightness, contrast, and image adjustment controls, if equipped,
to optimize the image on your screen to meet your visual preferences.

• Keep your monitor screen clean so you can focus on the screen's contents.

Any concentrated and sustained visual activity can be tiring for your eyes. Be sure to
periodically look away from your monitor screen and focus on a far object to allow
your eye muscles to relax. If you have questions on eye fatigue or visual discomfort,
consult a vision care specialist for advice.

Quick tips for healthy work habits

The following information is a summary of some important factors to consider to help
you remain comfortable and productive while you use your computer.

• Good posture starts with equipment setup: The layout of your work area and the
setup of your computer equipment have a large effect on your posture while
using your computer. Be sure to optimize the position and orientation of your
equipment by following the tips outlined in “Arranging your work area” on page
2-1 so you can maintain a comfortable and productive posture. Also, be sure to
use the adjustment capabilities of your computer components and office furniture
to best suit your preferences now and as your preferences change over time.

• Minor changes in posture can help avoid discomfort: The longer you sit and
work with your computer, the more important it is to observe your working
posture. Avoid assuming any one posture for an extended period of time.
Periodically make minor modifications in your posture to help deter any
discomforts that might arise. Make use of any adjustments that your office
furniture or equipment provide to accommodate changes in posture

• Short, periodic breaks help ensure healthy computing: Because computing is
primarily a static activity, it is particularly important to take short breaks from
your work. Periodically, stand up from your work area, stretch, walk for a drink
of water, or otherwise take a short break from using your computer. A short break
from work gives your body a welcome change in posture and helps to ensure you
remain comfortable and productive while you do work.

Accessibility information

IBM is committed to providing greater access to information and technology to
people with disabilities. With assistive technologies, users can access information in
the way most appropriate to their disability. Some of these technologies are already
provided in your operating system; others can be purchased through vendors or
accessed at: http://www.ibm.com/able/

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Adjusting your monitor image

This section describes the user control features used to adjust your monitor image.

Using the direct access controls

The direct access controls can be used when the On Screen Display (OSD) is not
displayed.

Note: The direct access controls are blue.

Table 2-1. Direct access controls

Icon Control Description

Image Setup Activates automatic image adjustment.

Brightness Direct access to Brightness adjustment.

Input Change Switches the video input source.

Using the On-Screen Display (OSD) controls

The settings adjustable with the user controls are viewed through the On-Screen
Display (OSD), as shown below.

To use the controls:

1. Press

2. Use

to open the main OSD menu.

or to move among the icons. Select an icon and press to access that

function. If there is a sub-menu, you can move between options using
then press

to select that function. Use or to make adjustments. Press to

or ,

save.

3. Press

4. Press and hold

to move backwards through the sub-menus and exit from the OSD.

for 10 seconds to lock the OSD. This will prevent accidental

adjustments to the OSD. Press and hold

for 10 seconds to unlock the OSD and

allow adjustments to the OSD.

Chapter 2. 2-3

Table 2-2. OSD functions

OSD Icon on Main

Menu Submenu Description

Brightness/

Contrast

Image Position

Image Setup

Horizontal Position

Brightness

Contrast

Vertical Position

Automatic

Manual

Controls and
Adjustments

(Analog)

Controls and
Adjustments

(Digital)

Adjusts overall brightness Same as Analog

Adjusts difference between
light and dark areas

Controls Locked -

not required for

digital input

Moves the image left or right.

Moves the image up or
down.

Automatically optimizes the image.

Manually optimizes the image. See “Manual image
setup” on page 3-4.

•Clock

•Phase

• Save

Adjusts intensity of red, green, and blue. Same as Analog

Image Properties

Color

Preset mode • Default

•Reddish

• Bluish

Custom • Red: Increases or decreases the saturation of

’red’ in the image.

• Green: Increases or decreases the saturation of
’green’ in the image.

• Blue: Increases or decreases the saturation of
’blue’ in the image.

• Save: Saves the custom color choices.

Changes the clearness of image.

Sharpness

Mode 1 • Adjusts the image softer.

Default • Returns the image sharpness to the default

settings.

Mode 2 • Adjust the image sharper.

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Table 2-2. OSD functions

OSD Icon on Main

Menu Submenu Description

This monitor can accept video signals through two

Input video signal

different connectors. Most desktop computers use
a D-SUB connector. Select digital among OSD
Controls when you use DVI connector.

- Selects D-SUB (Analog)

- Selects DVI-Digital

Shows resolution, refresh rate, and product details.

Options

Information

Note: This screen does not allow any changes to
the settings.

This section lists the languages supported by your
monitor.

Language

Note: The language chosen only affects the
language of the OSD. It has no effect on any
software running on the computer.

Menu position adjusts menu location on the

Options

Menu Position

screen.

Default Default returns the menu position to the default

settings.

Controls and
Adjustments

(Analog)

Controls and
Adjustments

(Digital)

Same as Analog

Same as Analog

Same as Analog

Custom • Horizontal: Changes the horizontal position of

the OSD.

• Vertical: Changes the vertical position of the
OSD.

• Cancel

Reset

•Reset

• Save

Resets monitor to the original factory settings.

Accessibility Controls button and menu settings for accessibility

preferences.

Button repeat rate:

or to change.

Select

•Off

•Default

•Slow

Menu time out: Sets the length of time the
OSD will remain active after the last time a button
is pressed.

Chapter 2. 2-5

Selecting a supported display mode

The display mode the monitor uses is controlled by the computer. Therefore, refer to
your computer documentation for details on how to change display modes.

The image size, position and shape might change when the display mode changes.
This is normal and the image can be readjusted using automatic image setup and the
image controls.

Unlike CRT monitors, which require a high refresh rate to minimize flicker, LCD or
Flat Panel technology is inherently flicker-free.

Note: If your system has previously been used with a CRT monitor and is currently
configured to a display mode outside the range of this monitor, you may need to re­attach the CRT monitor temporarily until you have re-configured the system;
preferably to 1280 x 1024 at 60 Hz, which is the Native Resolution Display mode.

The display modes shown below have been optimized at the factory.

Table 2-3. Factory set display modes

Addressability Refresh rate

640 x 350 70 Hz

640 x 480 60 Hz, 67 Hz, 72 Hz, 75 Hz

720 x 400 70 Hz

Image rotation

800 x 600 60 Hz, 72 Hz, 75 Hz

1024 x 768 60 Hz, 70 Hz, 75 Hz

1280 x 1024 60 Hz, 70 Hz, 75 Hz

Before rotating the monitor, you should set-up your computer to rotate the image.
Rotating the image may require special imaging software or you may find that your
computer is preloaded with video graphic drivers that enable image rotation. Check
the Graphic Properties setting on your computer to see if this feature is available.

Try these steps to check if image rotation is available on your computer.

1. Right-click on the desktop and click Properties.

2. Select the Settings tab and click Advanced.

3. If you have ATI, select the Rotation tab and set the preferred rotation.
If you have nVidia, click the nVidia tab, in the left-hand column select NVRotate,
and then select the preferred rotation.
If you have Intel, select the Intel graphics tab, click Graphic Properties, select the
Rotation tab, and then set the preferred rotation.

Check with the manufacturer of your computer to see if graphic drivers with image
rotation can be downloaded from their support website.

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Understanding power management

Power management is invoked when the computer recognizes that you have not used
your mouse or keyboard for a user-definable period. There are several states as
described in the table below.

For optimal performance, switch off your monitor at the end of each working day, or
whenever you expect to leave it unused for long periods during the day.

Table 2-4. Power indicator

State Power Indicator Screen

On Steady green Normal

Standby/Suspend Flashing green Blank Press a key or

Off Off Blank Press a key or

Restoring
Operation Compliance

ENERGY STAR

move the mouse

There may be a
slight delay
before the image
reappears.

Note: Standby
also occurs if
there is no image
output to the
monitor.

ENERGY STAR

move the mouse

There may be a
slight delay
before the image
reappears.

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Caring for your monitor

Be sure to turn off the power before you perform any maintenance on the monitor.

Do not:

• Apply water or liquid directly to your monitor.

• Use solvents or abrasives.

• Use flammable cleaning materials to clean your monitor or any other electrical
equipment.

• Touch the screen area of your monitor with sharp or abrasive items. This type of
contact may cause permanent damage to your screen.

• Use any cleaner which contains an anti-static solution or similar additives. This
may harm the coating of the screen area.

Do:

• Lightly dampen a soft cloth with water and use this to gently wipe the covers and
the screen.

• Remove grease or finger marks with a damp cloth and a little mild detergent.

Detaching the monitor stand

After placing the monitor face down on a clean surface or soft cloth, remove the four
screws from the stand to remove it from the monitor.

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Chapter 3. Reference information

This section contains monitor specifications, instructions to manually install the
monitor driver, troubleshooting information, and service information.

Monitor specifications

Table 3-1. Monitor specifications for type-model 9417-Hxx

Dimensions Height

Depth

Wid th

Stand Tilt Range: -0°, +30°

Swivel Range: -45°, +45°

Lift Range: 110.0mm

Pivot Yes (clockwise 90 degree)

VESA mount Supported 100 mm (3.94 in.)

Image Viewable image size

Maximum height

Maximum width

Pixel pitch

Power input Supply voltage

Max supply current

Power consumption

Normal operation

381.2 mm (15.0 in.)

204.7 mm (8.1 in.)

367.5 mm (14.5 in.)

IBM radial arm sold
separately.

430 mm (17.0 in.)

270.34 mm (10.6 in.)

337.92 mm (13.3 in.)

0.264 mm (.010 in.) (V)

90-264VAC (100~240VAC+/­10%)

1.5 A at 120 V ac

< 40 W

Note: Power consumption
figures are for the monitor
and the power supply
combined.

Video input (Analog) Input signal

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Standby/Suspend

Off

Horizontal addressability

Vertical addressability

Clock frequency

< 2W (Anolog), <3W (Digital)

< 1W at 100Vac & 240Vac

Analog Direct Drive, 75 ohm

0.7 V

1280 pixels (max)

1024 lines (max)

135 MHz

Table 3-1. Monitor specifications for type-model 9417-Hxx

Video input (Digital) Interface

Input Signal

Horizontal addressability

Vertical addressability

Clock frequency

Communications VESA DDC CI

Supported Display Modes
(VESA Standard modes
between noted ranges)

Temperature Operating

Humidity Operating

Horizontal frequency

Vertical frequency

Native Resolution 1280 x 1024 at 60 Hz

Storage

Shipping

Storage

Shipping

DVI

VESA TMDS (Panel Link™)

1280 pixels (max)

1024 lines (max)

135 MHz

30 kHz - 81 kHz

56 Hz - 76 Hz

10° to 35° C (5° to 95° F)

-20° to 60° C (-4° to 140° F)

-20° to 60° C (-4° to 140° F)

10% to 80% non-condensing

5% to 95% non-condensing

5% to 95% non-condensing

Troubleshooting

If you have a problem setting up or using your monitor, you might be able to solve it
yourself. Before calling your dealer or IBM, try the suggested actions that are
appropriate to your problem.

Table 3-2. Troubleshooting

Problem Possible cause Suggested action Reference

The words "Out
of Range" are
shown on the
screen, and the
power indicator
is flashing green.

The system is set to a
display mode which
is not supported by
the monitor.

If you are replacing an
old monitor, reconnect it
and adjust the display
mode to within the
specified range for your
new monitor.

If using a Windows
system, restart the system
in safe mode, then select a
supported display mode
for your computer.

If these options do not
work, contact the IBM
Support Center.

“Selecting a
supported display
mode” on page 2-6

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Table 3-2. Troubleshooting

Problem Possible cause Suggested action Reference

The image
quality is
unnacceptable.

The video signal cable
is not connected with
the monitor or system
completely.

Be sure the signal cable is
firmly plugged into the
system and monitor.

“Connecting and
turning on your
monitor” on page 1-4

The power
indictator is not
lit and there is
no image.

Screen is blank
and power
indicator is
steady amber or
flashing green

The power
indicator is
green, but there
is no image.

The color settings
may be incorrect.

The automatic image
setup function was
not performed.

• The monitor’s
power switch is
not switched on.

•The power cord is
loose or
disconnected.

• There is no power
at the outlet.

The monitor is in
Standby/Suspend
mode

The video signal cable
is loose or
disconnected from the
system or monitor.

Select another color
setting from the OSD
menu.

Perform automatic image
setup.

• Be sure the power
cord is connected
properly.

• Be sure the outlet has
power.

• Power on the
monitor.

• Try using another
power cord.

• Try using another
electrical outlet.

• Press any key on the
keyboard or move
the mouse to restore
operation.

•Check the Power
Options settings on
your computer.

Be sure the video cable is
connected with the
system properly.

“Adjusting your
monitor image” on
page 2-3

“Adjusting your
monitor image” on
page 2-3

“Connecting and
turning on your
monitor” on page 1-4

“Understanding
power management”
on page 2-7

“Connecting and
turning on your
monitor” on page 1-4

The monitor
brightness and
contrast are at the

Adjust the brightness and
contrast setting on the
OSD menu.

“Adjusting your
monitor image” on
page 2-3

lowest setting.

One or more of
the pixels appear
discolored

Chapter 3. 3-3

This is a characteristic
of the LCD
technology and is not
an LCD defect.

If there are more than five
pixels missing, contact
the IBM Support Center.

Appendix A,
“Service and
Support,” on page
A-1

Table 3-2. Troubleshooting

Problem Possible cause Suggested action Reference

• Fuzzy lines
in text or a
blurry
image.

• Horizontal
or vertical
lines
through the
image.

• Image setup has
not been
optimized

•Your system
Display
Properties setting
have not been
optimized.

Adjust the resolution
settings on your system
to match the native
resolution for this
monitor: 1280 x 1024 at 60
Hz.

Perform automatic image
setup. If automatic image
setup does not help,
perform manual image
setup.

When working in the
native resolution, you
may find additional
improvements by
adjusting the Dots Per
Inch (DPI) setting on your
system.

“Adjusting your
monitor image” on
page 2-3

“Manual image
setup”

“Selecting a
supported display
mode” on page 2-6

See the Advanced
section of your
system’s display
properties.

Manual image setup

If automatic image setup does not establish the image that you prefer, perform
manual image setup.

Note: Have your monitor powered on for about 15 minutes, until the monitor warms
up.

1. Press

2. Use

3. Use

at the bottom of the monitor to open the OSD menu.

or to select and press to access.

or to select Clock and Phase adjustment.

• Clock (pixel frequency) adjusts the number of pixels scanned by one
horizontal sweep. If the frequency is not correct, the screen shows vertical
stripes and the picture does not have the correct width.

• Phase adjusts the phase of the pixel clock signal. With a wrong phase
adjustment, the picture has horizontal disturbances in light picture.

4. When the image no longer looks distorted, save the Clock and Phase adjustments.

5. Press

to leave the OSD menu.

Manually installing the monitor driver

Below are steps for manually installing the monitor driver in Microsoft® Windows

®

XP

and Microsoft Windows 2000 Professional. Please see the Install Driver section of

the Reference and Driver CD for automatic installation.

Installing the monitor driver in Windows XP

To use the Plug and Play feature in Windows XP, files should be loaded from the
Reference and Driver CD.

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Note: This section must be completed before continuing with the Windows XP

automatic image setup.

1. Turn off the computer and all attached devices.

2. Ensure that the monitor is connected correctly.

3. Turn on the monitor and then the system unit. Allow the system to boot into
Windows XP.

4. Open the Display Properties window by clicking Start J Settings J Control
Panel, and then double-clicking the Display icon.

5. Click the Settings tab.

6. Click the Advanced button.

7. Click the Monitor tab.

8. Click the Properties button.

9. Click the Drivers tab.

10. Open the Hardware Update Wizard window by clicking on Update Driver, and
then click Next.

11. Select Install from a list or Specific location(Advanced), and then click Next.

12. Insert the Setup CD into the CD drive, then click the Have Disk button.

13. Click OK.

14. Ensure that the CD drive letter is selected.

15. Choose ThinkVision L171p Monitor and click OK. The files will be copied from
the CD to your hard disk drive.

16. Close all open windows and remove the CD.

17. Restart the system. The system will automatically select the maximum refresh rate
and corresponding Color Matching Profiles.

Note: On LCD monitors, unlike CRTs, a faster refresh rate does not improve display
quality. IBM recommends using either 1280 x 1024 at a refresh rate of 60 Hz, or 640 x
480 at a refresh rate of 60 Hz.

Installing the monitor driver in Windows 2000

To use the Plug and Play feature in Windows 2000, files should be loaded from the
Reference and Driver CD.

Note: This section must be completed before continuing with the Windows 2000
automatic image setup.

1. Turn off the computer and all attached devices.

2. Ensure that the monitor is connected correctly.

3. Turn on the monitor and then the system unit. Allow the system to boot into
Windows 2000.

4. Open the Display Properties window by clicking Start J Settings J Control
Panel, and then double-clicking the Display icon.

5. Click the Settings tab.

6. Click the Advanced button.

7. Click the Monitor tab.

8. Click the Properties button.

9. Click the Drivers tab.

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10. Open the Upgrade Device Driver Wizard window by clicking on Update Driver,
and then click Next.

11. Select Display a list of the known drivers for this device so that I can choose a
specific driver, and then click Next.

12. Insert the Setup CD into the CD drive, then click the Have Disk button.

13. Click OK.

14. Ensure that the CD drive letter is selected.

15. Choose ThinkVision L171p Monitor and click OK. The files will be copied from
the CD to your hard disk drive.

16. Close all open windows and remove the CD.

17. Restart the system. The system will automatically select the maximum refresh rate
and corresponding Color Matching Profiles.

Note: On LCD monitors, unlike CRTs, a faster refresh rate does not improve display
quality. IBM recommends using either 1280 x 1024 at a refresh rate of 60 Hz, or 640 x
480 at a refresh rate of 60 Hz.

Getting further help

If you still can’t solve your problem, please contact the IBM Support Center. For more
information on contacting the IBM Support Center, please see Appendix A, “Service
and Support,” on page A-1.

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Service information

Product numbers

The product number for your monitor is located on the side of the display bezel as
shown below.

Customer responsibilities

The warranty does not apply to a product which has been damaged due to accident,
misuse, abuse, improper installation, usage not in accordance with product
specifications and instructions, natural or personal disaster, or unauthorized
alterations, repairs or modifications.

The following are examples of misuse or abuse and not covered by warranty:

• Images burned onto the screen of a CRT monitor. Burned image is preventable by
utilizing a moving screen saver or power management.

• Physical damage to covers, bezel, base and cables.

• Scratches or punctures on monitor screens.

Chapter 3. 3-7

Service parts

The following parts are for use by servicers and dealers authorized by Lenovo to
support the customer warranty. Parts are for service use only. The table below shows
information for model 9417-Hxx.

Table 3-3. List of service parts

FRU (Field
Replaceable
Unit) Part
number Description Color

30R5060 Monitor- L171p Business Black 9417-HB7

Machine Type Model
(MTM)

30R5061 Monitor- L171p Dual Tone (TCO’03) -

Graphite Silver Bezel

30R5047 Video cable 9417-HB7, HG7

30R5065 Stand Black 9417-HB7, HG7

9417-HG7

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Appendix A. Service and Support

The following information describes the technical support that is available for your product, during the
warranty period or throughout the life of the product. Refer to your IBM Statement of Limited Warranty for a
full explanation of IBM warranty terms.

Online technical support

Online technical support is available during the life of your product through the Personal Computing
Support Web site at http://www.ibm.com/pc/support.

During the warranty period, assistance for replacement or exchange of defective
components is available. In addition, if your IBM product is installed in an IBM
computer, you might be entitled to service at your location. Your technical support
representative can help you determine the best alternative.

Telephone technical support

Installation and configuration support through the IBM Support Center will be withdrawn or made available
for a fee, at IBM’s discretion, 90 days after the product has been withdrawn from marketing. Additional
support offerings, including step-by-step installation assistance, are available for a nominal fee.

To assist the technical support representative, have available as much of the following
information as possible:

• Product name

• Product number

• Proof of purchase

• Computer manufacturer, model, serial number (if IBM), and manual

• Exact wording of the error message (if any)

• Description of the problem

• Hardware and software configuration information for your system

If possible, be at your computer. Your technical support representative might want to
walk you through the problem during the call.

For the support telephone number and support hours by country, refer to the
following table. If the number for your country or region is not listed, contact your
IBM reseller or IBM marketing representative. Response time may vary depending on
the number and nature of the calls received.

Phone numbers are subject to change without notice. For the latest phone number list,
go to http://www.ibm.com/pc/support and click Support Phone List.

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Country or Region Language Telephone Number Hours of operation

Africa -- Africa:

[phone]

South Africa: +27 11
3028888 and
0800110756

Central Africa:
Contact the nearest
IBM Business Partner

Argentina Spanish 0800-666-0011 9AM - 10PM

--

Monday-Friday
(Local time)

Australia English 131-426 9AM - 9PM AEST

Austria German [phone]AM - 5:30PM,

Belgium Dutch

French

Bolivia Spanish 0800-0189 8AM - 9PM

Brazil Portuguese 55-11-3889-8986 8AM - 6PM

Canada English

French

Chile Spanish 800-224-488 8AM - 9PM

China Mandarin 800 810 1818 8:30AM - 5PM

02-210-9820

02-210-9800

1-800-565-3344

1-800-565-3344

In Toronto only call:
416-383-3344

7 days/week

Monday - Friday
(Local time)

9AM - 5PM
Monday -Friday
(Local time)

Monday -Friday
(Local time)

Monday -Friday
(Local time)

24 hours/day, 7
days/week

Monday -Friday
(Local time)

Monday -Friday
(Local time)

China (Hong Kong
S.A.R.)

Colombia Spanish 1-800-912-3021 8AM - 9PM EST

Costa Rica Spanish 284-3911 8AM - 5PM Monday

Cyprus -- [phone] --

Cantonese, English,
Putonghua

Home PC: 852 2825
7799

Commercial PC: 852
8205 0333

ThinkPad and
WorkPad: 852 2825
6580

9AM - 5PM
Monday -Friday
(Local time)

Monday -Friday

-Friday (Local time)

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Country or Region Language Telephone Number Hours of operation

Czech Republic -- [phone] --

Denmark Danish 4520-8200 8:30AM - 4:30PM

Monday -Friday
(Local time)

Dominican Republic Spanish 566-4755

8AM - 5PM
Monday -Friday

566-5161 ext. 8201

(Local time)

Toll Free within the
Dominican Republic:
1-200-1929

Ecuador Spanish 1-800-426911 7AM - 8PM

Monday -Friday
(Local time)

El Salvador Spanish 250-5696 8AM - 5PM

Monday -Friday
(Local time)

Estonia -- [phone] --

Finland Finnish [phone]AM - 5PM

Monday -Friday
(Local time)

France French [phone]AM - 6PM

Monday -Friday
(Local time)

Germany German [phone]AM - 5:30PM

Monday -Friday
(Local time)

Greece -- [phone] --

Guatemala Spanish 335-8490 8AM - 5PM

Monday -Friday
(Local time)

Honduras Spanish Tegucigalpa & San

Pedro Sula: 232-4222

8AM - 5PM
Monday -Friday

(Local time)
San Pedro Sula: 552­2234

Hungary -- [phone] --

India English 1600-44-6666 9AM - 6PM

Monday -Friday

(L ocal ti me) Ex cept

holidays

Indonesia Bahasa, Indonesian,

English

800-140-3555 8AM - 6PM

Monday -Friday

(Local time)

Ireland English [phone]AM - 5:30PM

Monday -Friday

(Local time)

Italy Italian [phone]AM - 5PM

Monday -Friday

(Local time)

Appendix A. A-3

Country or Region Language Telephone Number Hours of operation

J a p a n J a p a n e s e , E n g l i s h D e s k t o p

Toll free:
0120-887-870; For
International: +81-46­266-4724

ThinkPad

Toll free: 0120-887­874; For
International: +81-46­266-4724

Both of the above
numbers will be
answered with a
Japanese language
voice prompt. For
telephone support in
English, please wait
for the Japanese voice
prompt to end, and
an operator will
answer. Please ask for
"English support
please", and your call
will be transferred to
an English speaking
operator.

ThinkPad and
Desktop 10AM - 6PM
Everyday Except
Second Sunday of the
month, Year end

Japanese IntelliStation and

xSeries
Inside Japan and
Overseas calls: +81­46-266-1358

Japanese PC Software

0120-558-695
(Overseas calls:
[phone])

Korea Korean 82-2-3284-1500 9AM - 6PM

Latvia -- [phone] --

Lithuania -- [phone] --

Luxembourg French [phone]AM - 5PM

Malaysia English 1800-88-8558 8:30AM - 5PM

Malta -- [phone] --

Mexico Spanish 001-866-434-2080 7AM - 8PM

Middle East -- [phone] --

IntelliStation and
xSeries 9AM - 5PM
Monday - Friday
Except Saturday,
Sunday, Holidays,
Year End

PC Software
6PM Monday ­Friday Except
Saturday, Sunday,
Holidays, Year End

Monday - Friday
9AM - 1PM
Saturday

Monday - Friday
(Local time)

Monday - Friday
(Local time)

Monday - Friday
(Local time)

10AM -

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Country or Region Language Telephone Number Hours of operation

Netherlands Dutch [phone]AM - 5PM

Monday - Friday

(Local time)

New Zealand English 0800-446-149 9AM - 9PM

7 days/week

Nicaragua Spanish 255-6658 8AM - 5PM

Monday - Friday

(Local time)

Norway Norwegian NetVista,

ThinkCentre, and
ThinkPad:

8:30AM - 4:30PM

Monday - Friday

(Local time)
[phone]
All products:
[phone]

Panama Spanish 206-6047 8AM - 5PM

Monday - Friday

(Local time)

Peru Spanish 0-800-50-866 7AM - 8PM

Monday - Friday

(Local time)

Philippines English 1800-1888-1426 9AM - 5PM

Monday - Friday

(Local time)

Poland -- [phone] --

Portugal Portuguese [phone]AM - 5PM

Monday - Friday

(Local time)

Russian Federation Russian [phone] --

Singapore English 1800-3172-888 8AM - 6:30PM

Monday - Friday

(Local time)

Slovakia -- [phone] --

Slovenia -- [phone] --

Spain Spanish [phone]AM - 5PM

Monday - Friday

(Local time)

Sri Lanka English [phone]

8:30AM - 5PM

Monday - Friday
[phone]

(Local time)

Except Holidays
[phone]

Sweden Swedish [phone]:30AM - 4:30PM

Monday - Friday

(Local time)

Switzerland German, French,

Italian

[phone]AM - 5PM

Monday - Friday

(Local time)

Taiwan Mandarin 886-2-8723-9799 24 hours/day,

7 days/week

Appendix A. A-5

Country or Region Language Telephone Number Hours of operation

Thailand Thai 1-800-299-229 8AM - 6PM

Turkey Turkish 00800-211-4032

[phone]

United Kingdom English [phone]AM - 5:30PM

Monday - Friday
(Local time)
Except Holidays

9AM - 6PM
Monday - Friday
(Local time)

Monday - Friday
(Local time)

United States English 1-800-IBM-SERV

(1-800-426-7378)

Uruguay Spanish 000-411-005-6649 9AM - 10PM

Venezuela Spanish 0-800-100-2011 8AM - 9PM

Vietnam English/Vietnamese Ho Chi Minh = (848)

824-1474

Hanoi = (844) 842­6316

24 hours/day,
7 days/week

Monday - Friday
(Local time)

Monday - Friday
(Local time)

9AM - 5PM
Monday - Friday
(Local time)

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