ViewSonic E72f+, E72f+SB, E72f+SG User Guide

ViewSonic

E72f+/E72f+SB/E72f+SG

CRT Monitor

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Notice: Use the cables which are included with the unit or specified.

Read these instructions.

Keep these instructions.

Heed all warnings.

Follow all instructions.

Clean only with dry cloth.

Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s

Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other

Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized

Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs.

Only use attachments/accessories specifi ed by the manufacturer.

Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the manufacturer,

Unplug this unit when unused for long periods of time.

Refer all servicing to qualifi ed service personnel. Servicing is required when the unit has

Contents

Product Registration................................................... 2

For Your Records....................................................... 2

Getting Started

Package Contents...................................................... 3

Precautions ................................................................3

Quick Installation........................................................ 4

Using the Monitor

Setting the Timing Mode ............................................5

OSD Lock Settings..................................................... 5

Adjusting the Screen Image ....................................... 6

Main Menu Controls ................................................... 8

Other Information

Specifications ........................................................... 10

Troubleshooting .......................................................11

Customer Support .................................................... 12

Cleaning the Monitor ................................................ 13

Limited Warranty ...................................................... 14

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Copyright© ViewSonic Corporation, 2004. All rights reserved.

Macintosh and Power Macintosh are registered trademarks of Apple Computer, Inc.

Microsoft, Windows, Windows NT, and the Windows logo are registered trademarks of
Microsoft Corporation in the United States and other countries.

ViewSonic, the three birds logo, OnView, ViewMatch, and ViewMeter are registered
trademarks of ViewSonic Corporation.

VESA is a registered trademark of the Video Electronics Standards Association. DPMS and
DDC are trademarks of VESA.

Disclaimer: ViewSonic Corporation shall not be liable for technical or editorial errors or
omissions contained herein; nor for incidental or consequential damages resulting from
furnishing this material, or the performance or use of this product.

In the interest of continuing product improvement, ViewSonic Corporation reserves the right
to change product specifications without notice. Information in this document may change
without notice.

No part of this document may be copied, reproduced, or transmitted by any means, for any
purpose without prior written permission from ViewSonic Corporation.

Product Registration

To meet your future needs, and to receive any additional product information as it becomes
available, please register your product on the Internet at: www.viewsonic.com. The
ViewSonic® Wizard CD-ROM also provides an opportunity for you to print the registration
form, which you may mail or fax to ViewSonic.

For Your Records

Product Name:

Model Number:
Document Number:
Serial Number:
Purchase Date:

E72f+

ViewSonic 17” CRT Monitor
VS10083
E72f+/SB/SG-1_UG_ENG Rev. 1B 12-06-04

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Product disposal at end of product life

ViewSonic is concerned about the preservation of our environment. Please dispose of this
product properly at the end of its useful life. For TCO’03 recycling information, please refer to
our website:

1. USA: www.viewsonic.com/pdf/recyclePlus.pdf

2. Europe: www.viewsoniceurope.com

3. Taiwan: recycle.epa.gov.tw

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Getting Started

Congratulations on your purchase of a ViewSonic® color monitor. Important!

Save the original box and all packing material for future shipping needs.

NOTE: The word “Windows” in this user guide refers to the following Microsoft

operating systems: Windows 95, Windows NT, Windows 98, Windows 2000,
Windows Me (Millennium), and Windows XP.

Package Contents

Your package includes:

• Color monitor

• DB-15 video cable

• Power cord

• ViewSonic Wizard CD-ROM

NOTE:

The CD jacket contains the Quick Start Guide, and the CD includes the
User Guide PDF files and INF/ICM display optimization files. The INF file
ensures compatibility with Windows operating systems, and the ICM file (Image
Color Matching) ensures accurate on-screen colors. ViewSonicrecommends that
you install both files.

Precautions

• For best viewing conditions sit at least
18" from the monitor.

• AVOID TOUCHING THE SCREEN
WITH YOUR FINGERS. Oils from the
skin are difficult to remove.

• NEVER REMOVE THE REAR
COVER. The monitor contains high
voltage parts. You may suffer serious
injury if you touch these parts.

• Avoid exposing the monitor to direct
sunlight or another heat source,
including an open flame. The monitor
should be facing away from direct
sunlight to reduce glare.

• Always handle your monitor with care
when moving it.

• Place your monitor in a well ventilated
area. Do not place anything on the
monitor that prevents adequate
dissipation of heat.

• Ensure the area around the monitor is
clean and free of moisture.

• Keep the monitor away from magnets,
motors, transformers, speakers, and
televisions.

• Do not place heavy objects on the
monitor, video cable, or power cord.

• If smoke, abnormal noise, or strange
odor is present, immediately switch the
monitor off and call your dealer or
ViewSonic. It is dangerous to continue
using the monitor.

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Quick Installation

1 Connect power cord

Connect the power cord to a properly
grounded AC outlet.

2 Connect video cable

Make sure both the monitor and computer
are turned OFF.

• Connect the video cable to the computer.

Macintosh

require a Macintosh adapter. Attach the
adapter to the computer and plug the video
cable into the adapter.

To order a ViewSonic
contact ViewSonic. See “Customer Support”
on page 12.

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users: Models older than G3

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Macintosh adapter,

3 Turn ON monitor and computer

Turn ON the monitor, then turn ON the
computer. This sequence (monitor before
computer) is very important.

NOTE: At this point Windows users may
receive a message asking them to install the
INF file.

4 Install Display Optimization files

(INF and ICM files)

(1) Insert the ViewSonic Wizard CD-ROM
into your computer’s CD-ROM drive.

NOTE: If your computer does not have a
CD-ROM drive, see “Customer Support” on
page 12.

(Continued)

(2) Wait for the CD-ROM to auto-start.
NOTE: If the CD-ROM does not auto-start:

double-click on the CD-ROM icon in
Windows Explorer, then double-click on
viewsonic.exe.

(3) Follow the on-screen instructions.

5 Windows users: Set the Timing

Mode (resolution and refresh
rate)

Example: 1024 X 768 @ 75Hz.

For instructions on changing the resolution
and refresh rate, see the graphic card’s user
guide.

Installation is complete. Enjoy your new
ViewSonic color monitor.

To be best prepared for any future customer
service needs: print this user guide and write
the serial number in “For Your Records” on
page 2. (See back of monitor.)

To register your product go online to
www.viewsonic.com.

The ViewSonic Wizard CD-ROM also
provides an opportunity for you to print the
registration form which you may mail or fax
to ViewSonic.

AC wall
outlet

Power cord

Video cable

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Using the Monitor

Setting the Timing Mode

Setting the timing mode is important for maximizing the quality of the
screen image and minimizing eye strain. The timing mode consists of the
resolution (example 1024 x 768) and refresh rate (or vertical frequency;

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example 75 Hz). After setting the timing mode, use the OnView
to adjust the screen image.

For the best picture quality set your monitor timing mode to:

VESA 1024 x 768 @ 85 Hz.

To set the Resolution:

1

Right-click on the Windows desktop.

2

Click Properties on the drop-down menu.

3

Click the Settings tab.

4

Move the slider pointer which displays in the Desktop area or Screen area in
the window.

controls

NOTE: The refresh rate should already be set if you have done the CD
installation (or refer to your graphics card documentation).

OSD Lock Settings

You have the option of using the On Screen Display (OSD) locking feature,
OSD LOCK, to prevent unwanted changes to the current image settings.

•

OSD Lock: Press and hold the [2]
for 5 seconds. The message “OSD LOCK” will then display briefly,
indicating that the OSD image settings are now locked.

OSD Unlock: Press and hold the [2] button again for 5 seconds. The

•
message “OSD UNLOCK” will then display briefly, indicating that the OSD
image settings are now unlocked.

button on the face of the monitor

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Adjusting the Screen Image

Use the buttons on the front control panel to display and adjust the OnView

®

controls which display on the screen. The OnView controls are explained at the
top of the next page and are defined in “Main Menu Controls” on page 8.

Main Menu
With OnView controls

Front Control Panel

Switches between Normal, UltraBrite 3x and UltraBrite 5x modes:

"NORMAL: TEXT/SPREADSHEET":

When selected, this brightness level setting
displays a standard CRT brightness of 120
nits for text and spreadsheet applications.

"ULTRABRITE3x: GRAPHICS/GAME":

When selected, this UltraBrite™ setting

displays up to 300 nits of brightness for

optimum display performance of graphics

applications and games .

"ULTRABRITE5x: VIDEO/MOVIE/DVD":

When selected, this UltraBrite™ setting

displays up to 500 nits of brightness for

optimized display performance of video applications.

Displays control screen for
highlighted control (or pair
of controls). Also, toggles
between pairs of controls on
some control screens.

Displays Main Menu

Scrolls through menu
options and adjusts
the displayed control.

Power Light

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Power On/Off

Do the following to adjust the screen image:

1

To display the Main Menu, press button [1].

2

To select a control you want to adjust, press the arrow buttons on the front
control panel of your monitor and scroll through the choices. When the
control you want is highlighted, press button [2].

NOTE: Some controls on the Main Menu are listed in pairs, such as
Contrast/Brightness. Display control screen (sample shown in step 3 below).
Press button [2] to toggle to the next control in the pair.

3

To adjust the selected control, such as

CONTRAST

in the sample below,

press the arrow buttons.

4

To save the control setting and Exit the menu press button [1] twice.

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Main Menu Controls

Adjust the menu items shown below by using the up and down buttons.

Control Explanation

Contrast

adjusts the difference between the image

background (black level) and the foreground (white level).

Brightness

adjusts the background black level of the screen

image.

Horizontal Position

Horizontal Size

Vertical Position

Vertical Size

adjusts the height of the screen image.

moves the screen image left or right.

adjusts width of the screen image.

moves the screen image up or down.

Zoom

Pincushion

Pin Balance

expands and contracts the entire screen image.

curves the vertical sides of the screen image.

curves the vertical edges of the screen image to

the left or right.

Trapezoid

adjusts the top and bottom of the screen image

until they have equal length.

Parallelogram slants the vertical edges of the screen image until

they are parallel.

Rotation rotates the entire screen image.

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Control Explanation

Degauss

removes the build-up of magnetic fields that can
cause irregular colors to appear around the edges of screen
images. There are two ways to degauss the display:
automatically by turning the monitor on, or manually by
selecting the Degauss control from the menu.

With Degauss selected from the menu, press button [2] to
degauss the monitor manually.

Important: Do not degauss repeatedly. Doing so can be
harmful to the display. Wait at least 20 minutes (before

selecting this control again.

ViewMatch® Color provides several color options: several

preset color temperatures and User Color which allows you
to adjust red (R) and blue (B). NOTE: Green (G) is fixed.
The factory setting for this product is 9300K (9300°Kelvin).

9300K

— Adds blue to the screen image for cooler white

(used in most office settings with fluorescent lighting).

6500K

— Adds red to the screen image for warmer white

and richer red.

User Color

— Individual adjustments for red and blue.

NOTE: Green is fixed.

OSD Position allows you to move the on-screen menus and

control screens.

H. Moire

patterns that appear as ripples, waves, or unwanted background
color textures. Moire interference patterns are most noticeable
when viewing images having closely spaced lines or finely
detailed patterns.

V. Moire

patterns that appear as ripples, waves, or unwanted background
color textures. Moire interference patterns are most noticeable
when viewing images having closely spaced lines or finely
detailed patterns.

Language allows you to choose from among several

(Horizontal Moire) reduces vertical interference

(Vertical Moire) reduces horizontal interference

languages for the menus and control screens: English,
French, German, Italian, Spanish, Traditional Chinese and

Simplified Chinese .

Memory Recall returns adjustments to the original factory

settings if the display is operating in a factory preset timing
mode listed in this user guide.

Exception: This control does not affect changes made with
the User Color control.

ViewMeter displays the frequencies (horizontal and

vertical) coming from the graphics card of the computer.

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Other Information

Specifications

CRT

Input Signal

Compatibility

Resolution

Power

Display Area

Type
Dot Pitch
Phosphor
Glass surface

Video
Sync

PC
Macintosh

Recommended and
supported

Voltage AC 100-240 VAC (auto switch)

Default
Full scan

1

17" (16.0" viewable diagonal area), 90 deflection,

0.25 mm
RGB medium short persistence
TM~52.6%, anti-reflection, anti-static and anti-glare

RGB Analog (0.7/1.0Vp-p, 75 Ohms)

: 30-72 kHz, f : 50-160 Hz

f

H

H/V Separate (TTL), Composite

VGA up to 1280 x 1024
Power Macintosh compatible from 640 x 480 to

1280 x 1024 (may require Macintosh cable adapter)

1280 x 1024 @ 60 Hz
1024 x 768 @ 75, 85 Hz
800 x 600 @ 75, 85 Hz
640 x 480 @ 60, 75, 85 Hz
720 x 400 @ 70 Hz
MAC 640 x 480 @ 67 Hz
MAC 832 x 624 @ 75 Hz
MAC 1024 x 768 @ 75 Hz

50/60 (+/- 3) Hz

310 mm (H) x 230 mm (V) (typical)
330 mm (H) x 250 mm (V) (depends on signal timing)

v

, non-interlaced

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Operating
Conditions

Storage
Conditions

Dimensions

Weight

Temperature
Humidity
Altitude

Temperature
Humidity
Altitude

Physical
(monitor)

Net

Regulations

Power Saving
Modes

1

Macintosh models prior to G3 require a Macintosh adapter. To order a ViewSonic® Macintosh adapter,

contact Customer Support. You will need to provide the product serial number.

On
Off

+32° F to +104° F (0° C to +40° C)
5% to 95% (no condensation)
To 10,000 feet

-40° F to +140° F (-40° C to +60° C)
5% to 95% (no condensation)
To 40,000 feet

408.8 mm (W) x 385.1 mm (H) x 432.6 mm (D)

16.1" (W) x 15.2" (H) x 17.1" (D)

16.2 kg / 35.7 lb (monitor only)

BSMI, CCC, PSB, C-tick
MPR II, CE, SASO, TCO’99, GS,
ISO9241-3, 7 & 8, GOST-R & Hygienic
UL/cUL, FCC-B, DHHS, ICES-B

< 75W (Green LED)
< 5W (Orange LED)

NOTE: This product was designed for operation in the magnetic fields of the hemisphere where it was
purchased.

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Troubleshooting

No power

• Make sure power button (or switch) is ON.

• Make sure A/C power cord is securely connected to the back of the monitor
and to a power outlet.

• Plug another electrical device (like a radio) into the power outlet to verify that
the outlet is supplying proper voltage.

Power is ON but no screen image

• Make sure the video cable supplied with the monitor is tightly secured to the
video output port on the back of the computer. If the other end of the video cable
is not attached permanently to the monitor, tightly secure it to the monitor.

• Adjust brightness and contrast.

• Verify whether an adapter is required for proper signal continuity between
graphics card and monitor.

Flickering

• Not enough power supplied. Connect the monitor to a different outlet. If
using a surge protector, reduce the number of devices plugged in.

• Check the ViewMeter from the main menu to verify the refresh rate (vertical
frequency) is 75 Hz or higher. See “Specifications” on page 10.

• Remove any devices from the area around the monitor that emit magnetic
fields such as radios, surge protectors, unshielded speakers, fluorescent
lights, AC power converters, desk fans, etc.

• Make sure the graphics card in your computer can use non-interlaced mode at
the desired frequencies. To enable your graphics card to support higher
refresh rates, try selecting fewer colors or running lower resolutions.

Wrong or abnormal colors

• If any colors (red, green, or blue) are missing, check the video cable to make
sure it is securely connected. Loose or broken pins in the cable connector
could cause an improper connection.

• Connect the monitor to another computer.

• Select Degauss from the Main Menu. Do this only once.

• If you have an older graphics card, contact ViewSonic

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Customer Support.

Entire screen image rolls vertically

• Make sure video input signals are within the monitor's specified frequency range.

• Try the monitor with another power source, graphics card, or computer system.

• Connect the video cable securely.

Control buttons do not work

• Press only one button at a time.

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Customer Support

For technical support or product service, see the table below or contact your
reseller.

NOTE: You will need the product serial number.

Country/
Region

United States

Canada

United Kingdom

Europe, Middle
East, Baltic
countries, and
North Africa

Australia and New
Zealand

Singapore/

Malaysia/Thailand

Web site T = Telephone

F = FAX

www.viewsonic.com/

support

www.viewsonic.com/

support

www.viewsoniceurope.com

www.viewsoniceurope.com

www.viewsonic.com.au

www.viewsonic.com.sg

T: [phone]
F: [phone]

T: [phone]
F: [phone]

0800 833 648

T:
F: [phone]

Contact your
reseller

T: [phone]
F: [phone]

T: 65 273 4018
F: 65 273 1566

Email

service.us@
viewsonic.com

service.ca@
viewsonic.com

service.eu@
viewsoniceurope.com

service.eu@
viewsoniceurope.com

service@au.
viewsonic.com

service@sg.
viewsonic.com

South Africa/
Other countries

Hong Kong www.hk.viewsonic.com service@hk.

www.viewsonic.com

T: 886 2 2246 3456

886 2 8242 3668

F:

T: 886 2 2246 3456
F: 886 2 8242 3668 viewsonic.com

service@sd.
viewsonic.com

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Cleaning the Monitor

• MAKE SURE THE MONITOR IS TURNED OFF.

• NEVER SPRAY OR POUR ANY LIQUID DIRECTLY ONTO THE
SCREEN OR CASE.

To clean the screen:

1

Wipe the screen with a clean, soft, lint-free cloth. This removes dust and
other particles.

2

If still not clean, apply a small amount of non-ammonia, non-alcohol based
glass cleaner onto a clean, soft, lint-free cloth, and wipe the screen.

To clean the case:

1

Use a soft, dry cloth.

2

If still not clean, apply a small amount of a non-ammonia, non-alcohol
based, mild non-abrasive detergent onto a clean, soft, lint-free cloth, then
wipe the surface.

DISCLAIMER

ViewSonic does not recommend the use of any ammonia or alcohol-based
cleaners on the monitor screen or case. Some chemical cleaners have been
reported to damage the screen and/or case of the monitor. ViewSonic will not be
liable for damage resulting from use of any ammonia or alcohol-based cleaners.

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Limited Warranty

VIEWSONIC CRT MONITORS

What the warranty covers:
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warranty period. If a product proves to be defective in material or workmanship during the warranty
period,
product or parts may include remanufactured or refurbished parts or components.

How long the warranty is effective:

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parts and three (3) years for all labor from the date of the first consumer purchase.

Who the warranty protects:

This warranty is valid only for the first consumer purchaser.

What the warranty does not cover:

1. Any product on which the serial number has been defaced, modified or removed.

2. Damage, deterioration or malfunction resulting from:

3. Removal, installation, and set-up service charges.

How to get service:

1.

2. To obtain service under warranty, you will be required to provide (a) the original dated sales slip, (b)

3. Take or ship the product freight prepaid in the original container to an authorized

4. For additional information or the name of the nearest

warrants its products to be free from defects in material and workmanship during the

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a. Accident, misuse, neglect, fire, water, lightning, or other acts of nature, unauthorized product

modification, or failure to follow instructions supplied with the product.
b. Repair or attempted repair by anyone not authorized by
c. Any damage of the product due to shipment.
d. Removal or installation of the product.
e. Causes external to the product, such as electrical power fluctuations or failure.
f. Use of supplies or parts not meeting
g. Normal wear and tear.
h. Any other cause which does not relate to a product defect.

For information about receiving service under warranty, contact ViewSonic Customer
Support.

your name, (c) your address, (d) a description of the problem, and (e) the serial number of the
product.

service center or

will, at its sole option, repair or replace the product with a like product. Replacement

color CRT monitors, including the display tubes, are warranted for three (3) years for all

ViewSonic.

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You will need to provide your product's serial number.

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’s specifications.

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service center, contact

ViewSonic

ViewSonic

.

Limitation of implied warranties:

THERE ARE NO WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, WHICH EXTEND BEYOND THE
DESCRIPTION CONTAINED HEREIN INCLUDING THE IMPLIED WARRANTY OF
MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE.

Exclusion of damages:

VIEWSONIC'S LIABILITY IS LIMITED TO THE COST OF REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT OF THE
PRODUCT. VIEWSONIC SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR:

1. DAMAGE TO OTHER PROPERTY CAUSED BY ANY DEFECTS IN THE PRODUCT, DAMAGES
BASED UPON INCONVENIENCE, LOSS OF USE OF THE PRODUCT, LOSS OF TIME, LOSS OF
PROFITS, LOSS OF BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY, LOSS OF GOODWILL, INTERFERENCE WITH
BUSINESS RELATIONSHIPS, OR OTHER COMMERCIAL LOSS, EVEN IF ADVISED OF THE
POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES.

2. ANY OTHER DAMAGES, WHETHER INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL OR OTHERWISE.

3. ANY CLAIM AGAINST THE CUSTOMER BY ANY OTHER PARTY.

Effect of state law:

This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state
to state. Some states do not allow limitations on implied warranties and/or do not allow the exclusion of
incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitations and exclusions may not apply to you.

Sales outside the U.S.A. and Canada:

For warranty information and service on
contact

ViewSonic CRT Monitor Warranty (V3.0)

ViewSonic

or your local

ViewSonic

ViewSonic

dealer.

products sold outside of the U.S.A. and Canada,

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