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User’s Guide
L200ME
Make sure to read the Safety Precautions before using the product.
Keep the User's Guide(CD) in an accessible place for furture reference.
See the label attached on the product and give the information to your
dealer when you ask for service.
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Safety Precautions
Please read these safety precautions carefully before using the product.
Warning
Failure to follow those warnings may result in death, serious injury or damage to the
product or other property.
Electrical Power Related Precautions
Warning
Use only the power cord supplied with the unit or another manufacturer authorized cord.
- Failure to do so may result in fire or electrical shock or damage to the product.
Use only a properly grounded plug and receptacle.
- If you do not you may be electrocuted or injured. Or the product might be damaged.
Do not use a damaged or loose plug.
- This may cause electrical shock or fire.
Operate the display only from a power source(i.e. voltage) indicated in the product specification.
- Otherwise the product can be damaged, fire can occur or you may be electrocuted. If you are not sure what
type of power supply you have, consult a certified electrician.
In the presence of thunder and lightning, never touch the power cord and signal cable because it can
be very dangerous.
- It can cause electric shock.
Do not connect several extension cords, electrical appliances or electrical heaters to a single outlet.
Use a power bar with a grounding terminal designed for exclusive use with the computer.
- A fire can break out due to overheating.
Do not touch the power plug with wet hands. Additionally, if the cord pin is wet or covered with dust,
dry the power plug completely or wipe dust off before plugging in the cord.
- You may be electrocuted due to excess moisture.
If you don’t intend to use the product for a long time, unplug the power cable from the product.
- Covering dust can cause a fire, or insulation deterioration can cause electric leakage, electric shock or fire.
Insert the power plug firm so it cannot come loose.
- A loose connect can cause fire.
Hold the plug when pulling out the power cable. Do not pull the plug out by the wire. Do not bend the
power cord with excessive force or put heavy objects on the power cord.
- The power line can be damaged, which may cause electric shock or fire.
Do not insert conductive material (ea. metal chopstick) into the product opening into one end of the
power cable while the other end is plugged in. Additionally, do not touch the power cable right after
plugging into the wall input terminal.
- You may be electrocuted.
The power supply cord is used as the main disconnection device. Ensure that the socket-outlet shall
be installed near the equipment and shall be easily accessible.
Do not unplug the power cord while the product is in use.
- Electrical shock can damage the product.
Precautions in installing the Product
Warning
Keep away from heat sources like electrical heaters, curdles or other open flames.
- Electrical shock, fire, malfunction or deformation may occur.
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Safety Precautions
Keep the packing anti-moisture material or vinyl packing out of the reach of children.
- Anti-moisture material is harmful if swallowed. If swallowed by mistake, force the patient to vomit and visit the
nearest hospital. Additionally, vinyl packing can cause suffocation. Keep it out of the reach of children.
Do not put heavy objects on the product on sit upon it.
- If the product collapses or is dropped, you may be injured. Children must pay particular attention.
Do not leave the power or signal cable when someone can trip over it.
- The passerby can falter, which can cause electrical shock, fire, product breakdown or injury.
Install the product in a neat and dry place. Do not use near water.
- Dust or moisture can cause electrical shock, fire or product damage.
Do not add accessory that have not been designed for this display.
If you smell smoke or other odors or hear a strange sound from the product unplug the power cord and
contact the service center.
- If you continue to use without taking proper measures, electrical shock or fire can occur.
If you dropped the product or the case is broken, turn off the product and unplug the power cord.
- If you continue to use without taking proper measures, electrical shock or fire can occur. Contact the service center.
Do not drop an object on or apply impact to the product. Do not throw any toys or objects at the product.
- It can cause injury to humans, problems to the product and damage the display.
Keep out of reach of children and do not place toys near the product.
Make sure the product ventilation hole is not blocked. Install the product more than 10cm from the wall.
- If you install the product too close to the wall, it may be deformed or fire can break out due to internal heat build-up.
Do not cover the product with cloth or other material (eg. plastic) while plugged in.
- The product can be deformed or fire can break out due to internal overheating inside the product.
Place the product on a flat and stable surface that is large enough to support the product.
- If the product is dropped, you may be injured or the product may be broken.
Install the product where no Electromagnetic Interference occurs.
Keep the product away from direct sunlight.
- The product can be damaged.
Do not place the product on the floor.
- Small Children and others may trip over it.
Precautions in Moving the Product
Warning
Make sure to turn off the product.
- You may be electrocuted or the product can be damaged.
Make sure to remove all cables before moving the product.
- You may be electrocuted or the product can be damaged.
When lifting or moving the product, do not hold it upside down while holding only the stand.
- This may cause the product to fall resulting in damage or injury.
Do not shock the product when moving it.
- You may be electrocuted or the product can be damaged.
Make sure the panel faces forward and hold it with both hands to move.
- If you drop the product, the damaged product can cause electric shock or fire. Contact an authorized the
service center for repair.
Do not place the product face down.
- This may damage the TFT-LCD screen.
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Safety Precautions
Precautions in Using/Cleaning the Product
Warning
Do not attempt to disassemble, repair or modify the product yourself.
- Fire or electric shock can occur.
- Contact the service center for repair.
When cleaning the product, unplug the power cord and scrub gently with a soft cloth to prevent
scratching. Do not clean with a wet cloth. Or spray water or other liquids directly onto the product.
An electric shock may occur. (Do not use chemicals such as benzene, paint thinners or alcohol)
Keep the product away from water.
- Fire or electric shock accident can occur.
Do not put or store flammable substances near the product.
- There is a danger of explosion or fire.
Keep the product clean at all times.
Take a comfortable and natural position when working with a product to relax the muscles.
Take a regular break when working with a product for a long time.
Do not press on the panel with a hand or sharp object such as nail, pencil or pen, or make a scratch on it.
Keep proper distance from the product and rest from time-to-time.
- Your vision may be impaired if you look at the product too closely or fpr too long.
Set the appropriate resolution by referring to the User’s Guide.
- Your vision can be impaired.
Keep small accessories out of the reach of children.
Leaving a fixed image on the screen for a long time may cause damage to the screen and cause image
burn-in. Make sure to use a screen saver on the product. Burn-in and related problems are not covered
by the warranty on this product.
On Disposal
The fluorescent lamp used in this product contains a small amount of mercury.
Do not dispose of this product with general household waste.
Disposal of this product must be carried out in accordance to the regulations of your local authority.
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Connecting the Display
1
Before setting up the monitor, ensure that the power to the monitor, the computer
system, and other attached devices is turned off.
Connecting the stand base or Removing the stand base
1. Place the monitor with its front facing downward on a cushion or soft cloth.
2. Rotate the Stand Body as shown in figure .
3. Align the hooks on the stand base with the matching slots in the base of the monitor.
4. Insert the hooks into slots.
1
Stand Base
Stand Body
Warning
The tape and locking pin may only be removed from those monitors equipped
with a standing base when the base is pulled up.
Otherwise, you may be injured by the protruding sections of the stand.
Hook
4
Slot
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Connecting the Display
5.
Attach the monitor to the Stand Base by turning the screw to the right.
6.
Lift and turn the monitor to face towards the front after the connection is
made to the female part of the cable you're attaching.
7.
Take the screw out by turning to the left to separate the monitor and Stand
Base.
Screw : Turn the screw by using the screw handle.
Important
This illustration depicts the general model of connection. Your monitor may differ from the items
shown in the picture.
Do not carry the product upside down holding only the stand base. The product may fall and get
damaged or injure your foot.
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Connecting the Display
Before setting up the monitor, ensure that the power to the monitor, the computer
system, and other attached devices is turned off.
Positioning your display
1. Adjust the position of the panel in various ways for maximum comfort.
Tilt Range : -5˚~20˚ Swivel Range : 350˚
Height Range : maximun 3.94 inch (100.0mm)
100.0 mm
* Please be sure to
remove the Locking
pin to adjust the height.
Notice
Ergonomic
It is recommended that in order to maintain an ergonomic and comfortable
viewing position, the forward tilt angle of the monitor should not exceed 5 degrees.
You do not need to replace the Locking pin after it is removed, to adjust its height.
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Connecting the Display
Using the Pivot function
1.
Lift the monitor to its highest height to utilize the Pivot function.
2. Landscape & Portrait : You can rotate the panel 90
Please be cautious and avoid contact between the monitor head and the Stand
Base when rotating the screen to access the Pivot function. If the monitor head
touches the Stand Base, then the Stand Base could crack.
Head section
Stand section
o
clockwise.
3. For detailed information, please refer to the Pivot Software CD provided.
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Connecting the Display
Using the Computer
1. Place the monitor in a convenient, well-ventilated location near your computer. To adjust
height of your monitor, unlock the stand lock on top of the stand.
2. Connect the signal cable. When attached, tighten the thumbscrews to secure the
connection.
3. Connect the power cord into a proper power outlet that is easily accessible and close
to the display.
NOTE
This is a simplified representation of the rear view.
This rear view represents a general model; your
display may differ from the view as shown.
User must use shielded signal interface cables (Dsub 15 pin cable, DVI cable) with ferrite cores to
maintain standard compliance for the product.
1
2
Power Cord
Signal Cable
Digital signal
Analog signal
DVI
Varies according to model.
D-sub
Wall-outlet type
2
1
PC
DVI-D(This feature is not available in all countries.)
PC
MAC
Mac adapter
For Apple Macintosh use, a separate plug
adapter is needed to change the 15 pin high
density (3 row) D-sub VGA connector on the
supplied cable to a 15 pin 2 row connector.
4. Press button on the front switch panel to turn the power on.
When monitor power is turned on, the 'Self Image Setting
Function' is executed automatically. (Only Analog Mode)
NOTE
‘ Self Image Setting Function’? This function provides the user with optimal display
settings.When the user connects the monitor for the first time, this function automatically
adjusts the display to optimal settings for individual input signals.
‘AUTO/SET’ Function? When you encounter problems such as blurry screen, blurred letters,
screen flicker or tilted screen while using the device or after changing screen resolution, press
the AUTO/SET function button to improve resolution.
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Connecting to External Devices
To arrange the cables
Connect the power cord and the signal cable as shown in the figure and then fix them
to the cable holders 1 and 2.
1. Please insert the cable holder 1
into the hole.
Cable Holder1
2. Please put the power cord and the
signal cable in the cable holder 1.
3. Please put the power cord and the signal cable in the cable holder 2.
While pressing the bottom of cable holder 2 with one hand, pull the top of
it with the other hand as shown in the picture.
Pull
Press
Cable Holder2
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Control Panel Functions
-
+
Front Panel Controls
Control Function
MENU Button
Buttons
SOURCE hot key
Use this button to enter or exit the On Screen Display.
OSD LOCKED/UNLOCKED
This function allows you to lock the current control
settings, so that they cannot be inadvertently changed.
Press and hold the MENU button for several seconds.
The message "OSD LOCKED" should appear.
You can unlock the OSD controls at any time by pushing
the MENU button for several seconds. The message
"OSD UNLOCKED" should appear.
Use these buttons to select or adjust functions in the On
Screen Display.
For more information, refer to page 17.
Use this button to make D-Sub or DVI connector active.
This feature is used when two computers are connected
to the display. The default setting is D-Sub.
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Control Panel Functions
Control Function
AUTO/SET
Button
Power Button
Power Indicator
Use this button to enter a selection in the On Screen
Display.
AUTO IMAGE ADJUSTMENT
When adjusting your display settings, always press
the AUTO/SET button before entering the On Screen
Display(OSD). This will automatically adjust your
display image to the ideal settings for the current
screen resolution size (display mode).
The best display mode is
1600x1200
Use this button to turn the display on or off.
This Indicator lights up blue when the display
operates normally(On Mode). If the display is in Sleep
Mode (Energy Saving), this indicator color changes
to amber.
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On Screen Display (OSD) Control Adjustment
Screen Adjustment
Making adjustments to the image size, position and operating parameters of
the display is quick and easy with the On Screen Display Control system. A
short example is given below to familiarize you with the use of the controls.
The following section is an outline of the available adjustments and selections
you can make using the OSD.
NOTE
Allow the display to stabilize for at least 30 minutes before making image adjustments.
To make adjustments in the On Screen Display, follow these steps:
Press the MENU Button, then the main menu of the OSD appears.
To access a control, use the or Buttons. When the icon you want
becomes highlighted, press the AUTO/SET Button.
+
Use the / Buttons to adjust the image to the desired level. Use the
AUTO/SET Button to select other sub-menu items.
Push the MENU Buttononce to return to the main menu to select another
function. Push the MENU Buttontwice to exit from the OSD.
-
+
-
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On Screen Display(OSD) Selection and Adjustment
The following table indicates all the On Screen Display control, adjustment,
and setting menus.
Main menu Sub-menu A D Reference
PICTURE
COLOR
POSITION
TRACKING
SETUP
BRIGHTNESS
CONTRAST
GAMMA
sRGB
PRESET
6500K
9300K
RED
GREEN
BLUE
HORIZONTAL
VERTICAL
CLOCK
PHASE
LANGUAGE
OSD
POSITION
HORIZONTAL
VERTICAL
WHITE BALANCE
POWER INDICATOR
To adjust the brightness,
contrast and gamma of the
screen
To customize the color of
the screen
To adjust the position of the
screen
To improve the clarity and
stability of the screen
To customize the screen
status for a user's operating
environment
FACTORY RESET
FLATRON
F-ENGINE(
MOVIE / TEXT
-
)
USER
To select or customize
desired image settings
NORMAL
: Adjustable
A : Analog Input
D : Digital Input
NOTE
The order of icons may differ depending on the model (13~17).
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On Screen Display(OSD) Selection and Adjustment
PICTURE
You were introduced to the procedure of selecting and adjusting an item
using the OSD system. Listed below are the icons, icon names, and icon
descriptions of the all items shown on the Menu.
Press the MENU Button, then the main menu of the OSD appears.
Menu Name
Icons
Button Tip
NOTE
OSD (On Screen Display) menu languages on the monitor may differ from the manual.
MENU : Exit
+
-
: Adjust (Decrease/Increase)
SET : Enter
: Select another sub-menu
Sub-menus
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PICTURE
Main menu Sub menu Description
PICTURE
BRIGHTNESS
CONTRAST
GAMMA
MENU : Exit
: Decrease
+
: Increase
SET : Select another sub-menu
COLOR
COLOR
MENU : Exit
: Decrease
+
: Increase
SET : Select another sub-menu
PRESET
RED
GREEN
BLUE
To adjust the brightness of the screen.
To adjust the contrast of the screen.
Set your own gamma value. : -50/0/50
On the monitor, high gamma values
display whitish images and low gamma
values display high contrast images.
• sRGB: Set the screen color to fit the sRGB
standard color specification.
• 6500K: Slightly reddish white.
• 9300K: Slightly bluish white.
Set your own red color levels.
Set your own green color levels.
Set your own blue color levels.
POSITION
POSITION
MENU : Exit
: Decrease
+
: Increase
SET : Select another sub-menu
HORIZONTAL
VERTICAL
To move image left and right.
To move image up and down.
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On Screen Display(OSD) Selection and Adjustment
TRACKING
SETUP
MENU
-
+
SET
SETUP
MENU
-
+
SET
+
Main menu Sub menu Description
TRACKING
MENU : Exit
: Decrease
+
: Increase
SET : Select another sub-menu
SETUP
CLOCK
PHASE
LANGUAGE
OSD
POSITION
WHITE
BALANCE
To minimize any vertical bars or stripes
visible on the screen background.The
horizontal screen size will also change.
To adjust the focus of the display. This
item allows you to remove any
horizontal noise and clear or sharpen
the image of characters.
To choose the language in which the
control names are displayed.
To adjust position of the OSD window
on the screen.
If the output of the video card is different
the required specifications, the color
level may deteriorate due to video
signal distortion. Using this function, the
signal level is adjusted to fit into the
standard output level of the video card
in order to provide the optimal image.
Activate this function when white and
black colors are present in the screen.
POWER
MENU : Exit
: Adjust
+
: Adjust
INDICATOR
SET : Select another sub-menu
FACTORY
RESET
Use this function to set the power
indicator on the front side of the monitor
to ON or OFF.
If you set OFF, it will go off.
If you set ON at any time, the power
indicator will automatically be turned on.
Restore all factory default settings except
"LANGUAGE."
Press the button to reset immediately.
If this does not improve the screen image, restore the factory default settings.
If necessary, perform the white balance function again. This function will be enabled only when
the input signal is an analog signal.
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On Screen Display(OSD) Selection and Adjustment
BRIGHTNESS
ACE
1
2
RCM
SAVE
USER
MENU SET
SAVE
0
1
2
3
A A A The OSD screen will appear when you touch the (-) button on the right
side of the monitor.
Menu Name
Icons
Sub-menu Name
FLATRON F-ENGINE
Screen when applied Screen when not applied
When you execute F-ENGINE, two tones will appear
on the screen as shown. The applied screen will
appear on the left side, whereas the non-applied
screen will appear on the right side.Touch the SET
button to use the adjusted screen.
Main menu Sub menu Description
MENU : Exit
, : Move
+
-
SET : Select
To adjust the USER sub-menu function,
Press the SET Button
MOVIE
TEXT
USER
This feature lets you easily select the best desired
image condition optimized to the environment
(ambient illumination, image types etc).
MOVIE
: For animation images in videos or movies
TEXT
: For text images (Word processing etc.)
User
You can manually adjust brightness, ACE or RCM.
You can save or restore the adjusted value even
when using a different environment setting.
...
(Brightness): Adjusts screen brightness.
...
ACE
(Adaptive Clarity Enhancer)
...
RCM(Real Color Management): Selects the color mode.
Not applied
Green enhance
Flesh tone
Color Enhance
: Selects the clarity mode.
MENU : Exit
+
SET : Select another sub-menu
: Decrease
: Increase
NORMAL
Select the sub-menu using the SET button
and save the YES value using the buttons.
This is under normal operating conditions.
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Troubleshooting
Check the following before calling for service.
No image appears
No image appears
Is the power cord of the
display connected?
Is the power on and the
power indicator blue or
green?
Is the power indicator
amber?
Do you see an "OUT
OF RANGE" message
on the screen?
Do you see a "CHECK
SIGNAL CABLE"
message on the
screen?
Check and see if the power cord is connected
properly to the power outlet.
Adjust the brightness and the contrast.
If the display is in power saving mode, try moving
the mouse or pressing any key on the keyboard
to bring up the screen.
Try to turn on the PC.
This message appears when the signal from the
PC (video card) is out of horizontal or vertical
frequency range of the display. See the
'Specifications' section of this manual and
configure your display again.
This message appears when the signal cable
between your PC and your display is not
connected. Check the signal cable and try again.
Do you see a "OSD LOCKED" message on the screen?
Do you see “OSD
LOCKED” when you
push MENU button?
You can secure the current control settings,
so that they cannot be inadvertently
changed. You can unlock the OSD controls
at any time by pushing the MENU button for
several seconds: the message
“OSD UNLOCKED” will appear.
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Troubleshooting
Display image is incorrect
Display Position is
incorrect.
On the screen
background, vertical
bars or stripes are
visible.
Any horizontal noise
appearing in any
image or characters
are not clearly
portrayed.
Press the AUTO/SET button to automatically
adjust your display image to the ideal setting.
If the results are unsatisfactory, adjust the image
position using the H position and V position
icon in the on screen display.
Check Control Panel --> Display --> Settings
and see if the frequency or the resolution were
changed. If yes, readjust the video card to the
recommend resolution.
Press the AUTO/SET button to automatically
adjust your display image to the ideal setting.
If the results are unsatisfactory, decrease the
vertical bars or stripes using the CLOCK icon in
the on screen display.
Press the AUTO/SET button to automatically
adjust your display image to the ideal setting.
If the results are unsatisfactory, decrease the
horizontal bars using the PHASE icon in the on
screen display.
Check Control Panel --> Display --> Settings
and adjust the display to the recommended
resolution or adjust the display image to the ideal
setting. Set the color setting higher than 24 bits
(true color).
The screen color is
mono or abnormal.
The screen blinks.
Check if the signal cable is properly connected
and use a screwdriver to fasten if necessary.
Make sure the video card is properly inserted in
the slot.
Set the color setting higher than 24 bits (true
color) at Control Panel - Settings.
Check if the screen is set to interlace mode and if
yes, change it to the recommend resolution.
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Troubleshooting
Have you installed the display driver?
Have you installed the
display driver?
Do you see an
"Unrecognized monitor,
Plug&Play (VESA DDC)
monitor found"
message?
Be sure to install the display driver from the
display driver CD (or diskette) that comes with
your display. Or, you can also download the
driver from our web site: http://www.lge.com.
Make sure to check if the video card supports
Plug&Play function.
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Specifications
Display
Sync Input
Video Input
Resolution
Plug&Play
Power
Consumption
Dimensions
&Weight
TFT (Thin Film Transistor) LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) Panel
Anti-Glare coating
20.1inches visible diagonal (51.0cm)
0.255mm pixel pitch
Horizontal Freq. 28 - 83kHz (Automatic)
Vertical Freq. 56 - 85Hz (Automatic)
Input Form Separate Sync, Composite Sync
Signal Input 15 pin D-Sub Connector
Input Form RGB Analog (0.7Vp-p/75ohm), Digital
Max VESA 1600 x 1200@60Hz
Recommend VESA 1600 x 1200@60Hz
DDC 2B
On Mode
Sleep Mode
Off Mode ≤ 1W
Width 44.60 cm / 17.56 inches
Height 41.98 cm / 16.53 inches (Min)
(with tilt / swivel
stand)
Range
Power Input
Environmental
Depth 27.00 cm / 10.63 inches
Net 8.6 kg
Tilt -5˚~20˚
Swivel 350˚
Height 100mm / 3.94 inches
Rotate 90˚clockwise
AC 100-240V~ 50/60Hz 1.2A
Operating Conditions
Conditions
Storage Conditions
Stand Base
Power cord
Attached( ), Detached ( O )
Wall-outlet type or PC-outlet type
SOG (Sync On Green)
Digital
DVI - D connector (Digital)
: 58W
≤ 1W
51.98 cm / 20.46 inches (Max)
Temperature 10˚C to 35 ˚C
Humidity 10 % to 80 % non-Condensing
Temperature -20˚C to 60 ˚C
Humidity 5 % to 90 % non-Condensing
NOTE
Information in this document is subject to change without notice.
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Specifications
Preset Modes (Resolution)
Display Modes (Resolution) Horizontal Freq. (kHz) Vertical Freq. (Hz)
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
*17
**18
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
640 x 350
640 x 480
640 x 480
640 x 480
720 x 400
800 x 600
800 x 600
800 x 600
832 x 624
1024 x 768
1024 x 768
1024 x 768
1152 x 870
1152 x 900
1280 x 1024
1280 x 1024
1600 x 1200
1600 x 1200
31.47
31.47
37.50
43.27
31.47
37.88
46.88
53.67
49.72
48.36
60.02
68.68
68.68
61.80
63.98
79.98
75.00
73.53
70
60
75
85
70
60
75
85
75
60
75
85
75
65.96
60.02
75.02
60
60
*Recommend Mode
**Digital Mode
Indicator
MODE
On Mode
Sleep Mode
Off Mode
LED Color
Blue
Amber
Off
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How to Install the VESA Standard wall mounting
This monitor meets VESA-compliant mounting interface pad
specifications.
1.
After moving the product to face
downward, make sure to place it on
a soft cloth or a cushion to avoid
surface damage.
2.
Separate the head and the stand
with the use of a screwdriver.
3.
Set up the VESA standard Stand
Base.
VESA wall mounting
Connected to another object (stand type and
wall-mounted type. This monitor accepts a
VESA-compliant mounting interface pad.-
This has to be purchased separately if
required.)
For further information, refer to the VESA
Wall Mounting Instruction Guide.
Kensington Security Slot
Connected to a locking
cable that can be purchased
separately at most
computer stores
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