Before installing this product, read the Safety information.
DANGER
To avoid shock hazard:
Do not remove the covers.
v
v
Do not operate this product unless the stand is attached.
v Do not connect or disconnect this product during an electrical storm.
v
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
v
connected to properly wired and grounded power outlets.
v
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
v
recommended that it be moved or lifted by two people.
Product Disposal (TFT Monitors):
v
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.
v
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
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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.
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
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.
•M
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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•G
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
•Use the monitor brightness, contrast, and image adjustment controls, if equipped,
Good posture starts with equipment setup
Minor changes in posture can help avoid discomfort
Short, periodic breaks help ensure healthy computing
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.
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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.
•M
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.
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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.
To adjust the settings, the user controls can be viewed through the OSD.
Brig htn ess/C ontra st
Brig ht ne ss C on trast
Exi t Left Ri gh t Ok
To use the controls:
1.
Press to open the main OSD menu.
Useor to move among the icons. Select an icon and press to access that
2.
function. If there is a sub-menu, you can move between options using or,
then press to select that function. Use or to make adjustments. Press to
save.
3.
Press to move backwards through the sub-menus and exit from the OSD.
4.
Press and hold 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.
5.
Enables DDC/CI by default. Use OSD Exit Key, Press and hold the button for 10
seconds to disable / enable DDC/CI function. The words "DDC/CI disable"or
"DDC/CI enable" shows on the screen.
• 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.
This monitor can accept video signals through two
different connectors. Most desktop computers use
a D-SUB connector. Select digital among OSD
Controls when you use DVI connector
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 at 60 Hz, which is the Native Resolution Display mode.
The display modes shown below have been optimized at the factory.
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
StatePower Indicator Screen
OnSteady whiteNormal
Standby/SuspendOrangeBlankPress a key or
OffOffBlankPress the power
Restoring
OperationCompliance
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
button
There may be a
slight delay
before the image
reappears
This section contains monitor specifications, instructions to manually install the
monitor driver, troubleshooting information, and service information.
Monitor specifications
Table 3-1. Monitor specications for type-model LS2221wA Wide
Height
Dimensions
StandTiltRange: -5
VESA mountSupported100 mm (3.94 in.)
Image
Power input
Power consumption
Note: Power consumption
gures are for the monitor
and the power supply
combined.
If you have a problem setting up or using your monitor, you might be able to solve it
yourself. Before calling your dealer or Lenovo, try the suggested actions that are
appropriate to your problem.
Table 3-2. Troubleshooting
The words "Out
of Range" are
shown on the
screen, and the
power indicator
is flashing green
The image
quality is
unacceptable
The power
indicator is not
lit and there is
no image
Screen is blank
and power
indicator is
steady amber or
flashing green
The system is set to a
display mode which
is not supported by
the monitor
The video signal cable
is not connected with
the monitor or system
completely
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
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 Support
Center
Be sure the signal cable is
firmly plugged into the
system and 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
“Selecting a
supported display
mode” on page 2-7
“Connecting and
turning on your
monitor” on page 1-3
“Adjusting your
monitor image” on
page 2-3
“Adjusting your
monitor image” on
page 2-3
“Connecting and
turning on your
monitor” on page 1-3
The power
indicator is
green, but there
is no image
The video signal cable
is loose or
disconnected from the
system or monitor
Be sure the video cable is
connected with the
system properly
“Connecting and
turning on your
monitor” on page 1-3
One or more of
the pixels appear
discolored
•Fuzzy lines
in text or a
blurry
image
•Horizontal
or vertical
lines
through the
image
The monitor
brightness and
contrast are at the
lowest setting
This is a characteristic
of the LCD
technology and is not
an LCD defect
•Image setup has
not been
optimized
•Your system
Display
Properties setting
have not been
optimized
Adjust the brightness and
contrast setting on the
OSD menu
If there are more than five
pixels missing, contact
the Support Center
Adjust the resolution
settings on your system
to match the native
resolution for this
monitor:
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
Appendix A,
“Service and
Support,” on page
A-1
“Adjusting your
monitor image” on
page 2-3
“Selecting a
supported display
mode” on page 2-7
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 at the bottom of the monitor to open the OSD menu.
2.Use or to select and press to access.
3.Use or to select C
Clock and PPhas
•CClock (pixel frequency) adjusts the number of pixe
horizontal sweep. If the frequency is not correct, the screen shows vertical
stripes and the picture does not have the correct width.
•PPhase adjusts the
phase of the pixel clock signal. With a wrong phase
adjustment, the picture has horizontal disturbances in light picture.
no longer looks distorted, save the Clock and Phase adjustments.
to leave the OSD menu.
e adjustment.
ls scanned by one
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Manually installing the monitor driver
Below are steps for manually installing the monitor driver in Microsoft Windows 7,
Microsoft Windows Vista, Microsoft Windows XP.
Installing the monitor driver in Windows 7
To use the Plug and Play feature in Microsoft Windows 7, do the following:
Note: You must download file from the Reference and Driver CD to use the Plug and
Play feature in Windows 7.
1.Turn off the computer, all attached devices.
2.Ensure that the monitor is connected correctly.
3.Turn on the monitor and then the system unit. Allow your computer to start the
Windows 7 operating system.
4.Open the Display Properties window by clicking Start, Control Panel and Hardware and Sound icon. and then clicking the Display icon.
5.Click the Change the display settings tab.
6.Click the Advanced Settings icon.
7.Click the Monitor tab.
8.Click the Properties button.
9.Click the Driver tab.
10. Click Update Driver, then click
11. Select Let me pick from a list of device drivers on my computer.
12. Click the Have Disk button. Click the Browse button and navigate to the
following directory:
X:\Monitor Drivers
(where X is the drive letter designator for the CD-ROM drive).
13. Select the file and click the Open butt
button.
14. Select and click Next. The files will be copied from the CD to
hard disk drive.
your
15. Close all open windows and remove the CD.
16. 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. Lenovo recommends using either 1920 x 1080 at a refresh rate of 60 Hz, or 640
x 480 at a refresh rate of 60 Hz.
To use the Plug and Play feature in Microsoft Windows Vista, do the following:
Note: You must download file from the Reference and Driver CD to use the Plug and
Play feature in Windows Vista.
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 your computer to start the
Windows Vista operating system.
4.Click Start, Control Panel and then click the Hardware and Sound icon.
5.Click the Personalization icon.
6.Click the Display Settings icon.
7.Click the Advanced Settings button.
8.Click the Monitor tab.
9.Click the Properties button.
10. Click the Driver tab.
11. Click Update Driver, then click Browse the computer to find the driver
program.
12. Select Pick from the list of device driver program on the computer.
13. Click the Have Disk button. Click the Browse button and navigate to the
following directory:
X:\Monitor Drivers
(where X is the drive letter designator for the CD-ROM drive).
14. Select the file and click the Open button. Click the OK
button.
15. Select
our hard disk drive.
y
and click Next. The files will be copied from the CD to
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. Lenovo recommends using either 1920 x 1080 at a refresh rate of 60 Hz, or 640
x 480 at a refresh rate of 60 Hz.
To use the Plug and Play feature in Microsoft Windows XP, do the following:
Note: You must download file from the Reference and Driver CD to use the Plug and
Play feature in Windows XP.
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, 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.
11. Select Install from a list or Specific location(Advanced) and then click Next.
12. Select Don't search. I will choose the driver to install option and then click Next.
13. Click the Have Disk button. Click on the Browse button and navigate to the
following directory:
X:\Monitor Drivers
(where X is the drive letter designator for the CD-ROM drive).
14. Select the file and click the Open button. Click the OK
button.
15. Select and click Next. 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 CRT, a faster refresh rate does not improve display quality.
Lenovo recommends using either 1920 x 1080 at a refresh rate of 60 Hz, or 640 x 480 at a
refresh rate of 60 Hz.
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