Lenovo LS2221 User Manual

LS2221

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Contents

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

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

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

Attaching the base and handling your monitor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1

Product overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2

Adjusting the tilt . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-2

Monitor controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2

Cable lock slot . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-3

Setting up your monitor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-3

Connecting and turning on your monitor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-3

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

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

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

Positioning your monitor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1

Quick tips for healthy work habits . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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

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

Using the On-Screen Display (OSD) controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-4

Selecting a supported display mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-7

Understanding power management . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-8

Caring for your monitor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-9

Detaching the monitor stand . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-9

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

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

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

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

Manually installing the monitor driver. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-5

Installing the monitor driver in Windows 7 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 3-5

Installing the monitor driver in Windows Vista . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..3-6

Installing the monitor driver in Windows XP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . 3-7

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

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

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

Recycling information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . B-2

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

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Before installing this product, read the Safety information.

DANGER

To avoid shock hazard:

Do not remove the covers.

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Do not operate this product unless the stand is attached.

v Do not connect or disconnect this product during an electrical storm.

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The power cord plug must be connected to a properly wired and

grounded power outlet.

Any equipment to which this product will be attached must also be

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connected to properly wired and grounded power outlets.

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To isolate the monitor from the electrical supply, you must remove

the plug from the power outlet. The power outlet should be easily
accessible.

Handling:

If your monitor weighs more than 18 kg (39.68 lb), it is

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recommended that it be moved or lifted by two people.

Product Disposal (TFT Monitors):

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The fluorescent lamp in the liquid crystal display contains mercury;
dispose according to local, state, or federal laws.

The following are safety instruction:

While using VESA mount application, the AC Inlet must face to down side.

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Do not face any other position.

Lenovo suggests that standard power line provided by Lenovo should be used
otherwise, Lenovo bears no liability for any problem resulting from the use of

the

power line of other manufacturers.

Safety information

Chapter 1. Getting started

This User’s Guide contains detailed information on your LCD 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:

• Quick Start and Safety Poster

• Reference and Driver CD

• LCD Monitor

• Power Cord

• Analog Interface Cable

Attaching the base and handling your monitor

To set up your monitor, please see the illustrations below.

Note: Do not touch the monitor within the screen area. The screen area is glass and
can be damaged by rough handling or excessive pressure.

1.Carefully lays the monitor on a flat surface.

2.Assemble the base with the monitor's stand.

3.Tighten the screws clockwise at the bottom of the base.

Note:To attach a VESA mount, please see

"Detaching the monitor stand" on page 2-9.

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Product overview

This section will provide information on adjusting monitor positions, setting user
controls.

Adjusting the tilt

The illustration below shows the tilt range of the monitor. For more information,
please see “Positioning your monitor” on page 2-1.

Monitor controls

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

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

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Note:

Cable lock slot

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

Setting up your monitor

This section provides information on how to set up your monitor.

Connecting and turning on your monitor

Be sure to read the Safety information located on page iii 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.

Insert the power cord into the monitor, then plug the monitor power cord and the

3.

computer cord into grounded electrical outlets.

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Power on the monitor and the computer.

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To install the monitor driver, insert the

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Reference and Driver CD

, click IInstall

driver, and follow the on-screen instructions.

To optimize your monitor image, press the Automatic Image Setup key.

6.

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 .

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Chapter 2. Adjusting and using your monitor

Viewing distance

Monitor height

Tilt

General location

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 Healthy
Computing Web site at: http://

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.

www.lenovo.com/healthycomputing/.

Positioning your monitor

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

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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.

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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.

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

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

: Adjust the tilt of your monitor to optimize the appearance of the screen

content and to accommodate your preferred head and neck posture.

from overhead lighting or nearby windows.

: Optimal viewing distances for monitors range from

: Position the monitor so your head and neck are in a comfortable

: Position your monitor to avoid glare or reflections on the screen

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