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User Guide
Guide de l’utilisateur
Bedienungsanleitung
Guía del usuario
Istruzioni per l’uso
Guia do Usuário
Bruksanvisning
Руководство для пользователя
With Landscape & Portrait Display Modes
Full 15.0" Diagonal Viewable Screen
VA 5 5 0 Vie w Pa n e l
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Product Registration.............................................................. 2
For Your Records .................................................................. 2
Getting Started
Package Contents ................................................................. 3
Precautions ...........................................................................3
Quick Installation................................................................... 4
Using the ViewPanel
Setting the Timing Mode .......................................................5
Adjusting the Screen Image ..................................................6
Specifications ......................................................................11
Troubleshooting................................................................... 12
Customer Support ...............................................................13
Cleaning the ViewPanel ...................................................... 14
Limited Warranty .................................................................15
Appendix
Safety Guidelines ................................................................16
Compliance Information ...................................................... 17
CE Conformity .....................................................................17
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Copyright © ViewSonic Corporation, 2000. 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.
E
NERGY STAR
®
is a registered trademark of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA).
As an E
NERGY STAR
®
partner, ViewSonic Corporation has determined that this product meets the
E
NERGY STAR
®
guidelines for energy efficiency.
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:
http://www.viewsonic.com
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. Your local waste disposal company may provide information
about proper disposal.
For Your Records
Product Name:
Model Number:
Document Number:
Serial Number:
Purchase Date:
ViewSonic VA550
VLCDS21457-3
VA550_UG_153
______________
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Getting Started
Congratulations on your purchase of a
VA550
color ViewPanel
®
.
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
and Windows ME (Millennium).
Package Contents
Yo u r
VA550
package includes:
•
VA550
ViewPanel
•Setup Guide
• Power cords
• Video cable
• AC/DC Adapter
• ViewSonic Wizard CD-ROM (including user guide PDF file and INF/ICM
display optimization files)
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Quick Installation
1 Connect video cable
Make sure both the ViewPanel® and
computer are powered OFF.
• Remove rear panel covers.
• Connect the video cable to the computer,
then to the ViewPanel.
Macintosh users:
Models older than G3
require a Macintosh adapter. Attach the
adapter to the computer and plug the video
cable into the adapter.
To order a ViewSonic
®
Macintosh adapter,
contact ViewSonic
Customer Support
.
2 Connect power cord and AC/DC
adapter
Connect the power cord and AC/DC adapter
from the ViewPanel to a properly grounded
AC outlet.
3 Power-ON ViewPanel and
computer
Power-ON the ViewPanel, then power-ON
the computer. This sequence (ViewPanel
before computer) is very important.
NOTE: Windows 95, 98 or 2000 users may
receive a message asking them to install the
VA550 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 in
this user guide.
(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 the
Windows Explorer, then double-click on
install.exe.
(3) Follow the on-screen instructions.
5 Windows users: Set the timing
mode (resolution and refresh
rate)
Example:
1024 x 768 @ 60 Hz.
For instructions on changing the resolution
and refresh rate, see the user guide for your
computer's graphics card.
Installation is complete. Enjoy your new
VA550 ViewPanel.
To be best prepared for any future customer
service needs:
• Write the serial number (see back of the
ViewPanel) in
"For Your Records"
on page 2
of this guide.
• Register your product on the Internet at:
www.viewsonic.com
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Using the ViewPanel
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-example 60 Hz).
After setting the timing mode, use the OnView
®
controls (pages 8 - 10) to adjust
the screen image.
The recommended timing mode for this ViewPanel is:
VESA
®
1024 x 768 @ 60 Hz
To set the Timing Mode:
1
Set the resolution: Right-click on the Windows® desktop >
Properties
>
Settings
> Desktop Area or Screen Area for Windows 98 and newer > set
the resolution.
2
Set the refresh rate: See your graphic card's user guide for instructions.
WARNING:
Do not set the graphics card in your computer to exceed the
maximum refresh rate of 75Hz; doing so may result in permanent damage to
your ViewPanel.
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Adjusting the Screen Image
Use the buttons on the front control panel to display and adjust the OnView®
controls from ViewSonic
®
. The controls are explained in the steps at the top of
the next page and are further explained in the menu controls, pages 8 - 10.
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Do the following to adjust the screen image:
1
To display the Main Menu, press button [1].
NOTE:
All OnView menus and adjustment screens disappear automatically
after about 30 seconds.
2
To highlight a control you want to adjust, press ▲ or ▼ to scroll up or down
the Main Menu.
3
To select the highlighted control, press button [2].
4
To adjust the selected control, press the up ▲ or down ▼ buttons.
5
To save the adjustments and exit the menu, press button [1]
twice
.
The following tips may help you optimize your display:
• Adjust your computer's graphic card so that it outputs a video signal 1024 x
768 @ 60Hz to the VA550. (Look for instructions on "changing the refresh
rate" in your graphic card's user guide.)
• If necessary, make small adjustments using H POSITION and V POSITION
until the screen image is completely visible
. (The black border around the
edge of the screen should barely touch the illuminated "active area" of the
ViewPanel
®
.)
• Adjust FINETUNE so that the screen image looks focused, crisp, and sharp.
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Main Menu Controls
The menu items shown below can be adjusted by using the up
▲
and down
▼
buttons.
Control Explanation
Auto Sync
automatically centers and sizes the screen image.
Note:
(Windows
®
users) start from the Windows desktop.
Shortcut:
Before you display the Main Menu, press button [2] to
activate AUTO SYNC.
Contrast
adjusts the difference between the image background
(black level) and the foreground (white level).
Brightness
adjusts background black level of the screen image.
H OSD Position
adjusts the horizontal position of the on-screen
display only.
V OSD Position
adjusts the vertical position of the on-screen
display only.
ViewMatch® Color
provides three color adjustment modes.
Preset 1
— for a colder, more blue image.
Preset 2
— for a warmer, more red image.
RGB
— Individual adjustments for red, green, and blue.
1
To select color (R, G or B) press button [2].
2
To adjust selected color, press ▲ or ▼.
3
When you are finished making all color adjustments, press
button [1]
twice
.
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LCD Adjust Sub-menu
Horizontal Size
adjusts the width of the screen image.
Horizontal Position
moves the screen image left or right.
Vertical Position
moves the screen image up or down.
Fine Tune
sharpens the focus by aligning the illuminated pixels.
Auto Sync
automatically centers, sizes and fine tunes the video
signal to eliminate noise and distortion.
Control Explanation
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MISC (Miscellaneous) Sub-menu
Background
allows you to turn the On-Screen-Display
background on or off.
Smoothing
eliminates jagged edges around text characters for
easier reading.
Press button [2] to toggle
Smoothing
on or off.
NOTE:
Only for resolutions lower than 1024 x 768.
ViewMeter
displays the timing mode (video signal input)
coming from the graphics card in your computer. See your
graphic card’s user guide for instructions on changing the
resolution and refresh rate (vertical frequency).
NOTE:
VESA 1024 x 768 @ 60Hz (recommended) means that
the resolution is 1024 x 768 and the refresh rate is 60 Hertz.
Language
allows you to choose the language used in the menus
and control screens.
Recall
returns the adjustments back to factory settings only if
the monitor is operating in a factory preset mode (page 11). To
return all controls to factory settings, press
▲
or ▼.
Exception:
This control will not affect changes made with the
RGB color control.
Control Explanation
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Specifications
1
Macintosh computers older than G3 require a ViewSonic®, Macintosh adapter. To order an adapter,
contact ViewSonic.
LCD
Ty p e
Color Filter
Glass surface
15" (full 15" viewable diagonal area), TFT (Thin Film Transistor), Active Matrix XGA
LCD, 0.297 mm pixel pitch
RGB vertical stripe
Anti-Glare
Maximum
viewing angles
Left
Right
Up
Down
60°
60°
45°
55°
Input signal
Video Sync RGB analog (0.7/1.0 Vp-p, 75 ohms)
Composite Sync, Separate Sync, Sync on Green
f
h
:30-62 kHz, fv:50-75 Hz
Compatibility
PC
Macintosh
1
Up to 1024 x 768 Non-interlaced
Power Macintosh
up to 1024 x 768
Resolution
Recommended
and supported
1024 x 768 @ 60, 70, 72, 75 Hz
800 x 600 @ 56, 60, 72, 75 Hz
640 x 480 @ 60, 75 Hz
640 x 400 @ 70 Hz
720 x 400 @ 70 Hz
640 x 350 @ 70 Hz
Power
Voltage 100-240 VAC, 50/60 Hz (auto switch), 12V DC, 3A
Display area
Full Scan 304.1 mm (H) x 228.1 mm (V)
12.0" (H) x 9.0" (V)
Operating
conditions
Temperature
Humidity
Altitude
32° F to + 104° F (0° C to + 40° C)
10% to 90% (no condensation)
To 10,000 feet
Storage
conditions
Temperature
Humidity
Altitude
-4° F to + 140° F (-20° C to + 60° C)
10% to 90% (no condensation)
To 40,000 feet
Dimensions
Physical
(ViewPanel
®
only)
390 mm (W) x 372 mm (H) x 138 mm (D)
15.3" (W) x 14.6" (H) x 5.4" (D)
Weight
Net 4.6 kg (10.1 lbs) ViewPanel only
Regulations
UL, FCC-B,
E
NERGY STAR
®
, CSA, DOC-B, CE, MPRII
Power saving
modes
On Normal (green LED)
Active Off <3W (orange LED)
Preset Timing Mode
(pre-adjusted to VESA® 1024 x 768 @ 60 Hz)
Warning:
Do not set the graphics card in your computer to exceed these refresh rates; doing so may
result in permanent damage to the ViewPanel.
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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 DC power supply
and the power supply is firmly connected to the ViewPanel
®
.
• Plug another electrical device (like a radio) into the power outlet to verify that
the outlet is supplying proper voltage.
Power on but no screen image
• Make sure the video cable supplied with the ViewPanel 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 ViewPanel, tightly secure it to
the ViewPanel.
• Adjust brightness and contrast.
• If you are using a Macintosh older than G3, you need a Macintosh adapter.
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 ViewPanel to another computer.
• If you have an older graphics card, contact ViewSonic
®
for a non-DDC
adapter.
Control buttons do not work
• Press only one button at a time.
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Cleaning the ViewPanel
• MAKE SURE THE VIEWPANEL® 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 ViewPanel screen or case. Some chemical cleaners have been
reported to damage the screen and/or case of the ViewPanel. ViewSonic will not
be liable for damage resulting from use of any ammonia or alcohol-based cleaners.
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Limited Warranty
VIEWSONIC LCD VIEWPANEL
®
What the warranty covers:
ViewSonic
®
warrants its products to be free from defects in material and workmanship during the
warranty period. If a product proves to be defective in material or workmanship during the warranty
period,
ViewSonic
will, at its sole option, repair or replace the product with a like product. Replacement
product or parts may include remanufactured or refurbished parts or components.
How long the warranty is effective:
ViewSonic
LCD ViewPanels are warranted for three (3) years for all parts including the light source 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:
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
ViewSonic.
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
ViewSonic
’s specifications.
g. Normal wear and tear.
h. Any other cause which does not relate to a product defect.
3. Removal, installation, and set-up service charges.
How to get service:
1. For information about receiving service under warranty, contact
ViewSonic Customer Support.
You will need to provide your product’s serial number.
2. To obtain service under warranty, you will be required to provide (a) the original dated sales slip, (b) your
name, (c) your address, (d) a description of the problem, and (e) the serial number of the product.
3. Take or ship the product freight prepaid in the original container to an authorized
ViewSonic
service center or
ViewSonic.
4. For additional information or the name of the nearest
ViewSonic
service center, contact
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
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Appendix
Safety Guidelines
CAUTION:
The socket-outlet shall be installed near the equipment and shall be easily accessible.
CAUTION:
Use a power cable that is properly grounded. Always use the appropriate AC cord that is certi-
fied for the individual country. Some examples are listed below:
IMPORTANT NOTICE CONCERNING POWER CORD SELECTION
The power cord set for this unit has been enclosed and has been selected according to the country of destination and must be used to prevent electric shock. Use the following guidelines if it is necessary to replace
the original cord set, or if the cord set is not enclosed.
The female receptacle of the cord set must meet IEC-60320 requirements and will look like (Figure A1
below):
For the United States and Canada
In the United States and Canada the male plug is a NEMA5-15 style (Figure A2), UL Listed, and CSA
Labeled. For units which are mounted on a desk or table, type SVT or SJT cord sets may be used. For
units which sit on the floor, only SJT type cord sets may be used. The cord set must be selected according
to the current rating for your unit. Please consult the table below for the selection criteria for power cords
used in the United States and Canada.
For European Countries
In Europe you must use a cord set which is appropriate for the receptacles in your country. The cord set is HARCertified, and a special mark that will appear on the outer sheath, or on the insulation of one of the inner conductors.
AC PLUG CORD PRECAUTIONS FOR THE UNITED KINGDOM
FOR YOUR SAFETY PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING TEXT CAREFULLY.
IF THE FITTED MOULDED PLUG IS UNSUITABLE FOR THE SOCKET OUTLET THEN THE PLUG SHOULD BE
CUT OFF AND DISPOSED OF SAFELY.
THERE IS A DANGER OF SEVERE ELECTRICAL SHOCK IF THE CUT OFF PLUG IS INSERTED INTO AN
APPROPRIATE SOCKET.
If a new plug is to be fitted, please observe the wiring code as shown below.
If in any doubt, please consult a qualified electrician.
WARNING:
THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE EARTHED.
IMPORTANT:
The wires in this mains lead are coloured in accordance with the following code:
Green-and-Yellow: Earth
Blue: Neutral
Brown: Live
If the coloured wires of the mains lead of this appliance do not correspond with the coloured markings identifying the
terminals in your plug, proceed as follows:
The wire which is coloured GREEN-AND-YELLOW must be connected to the terminal in the plug which is marked by
the letter E or by the Earth symbol or coloured GREEN or GREEN-AND-YELLOW.
The wire which is coloured BLUE must be connected to the terminal in the plug which is marked with the letter N or
coloured BLACK. The wire which is coloured BROWN must be connected to the terminal in the plug which is marked
with the letter L or coloured RED.
If you have any questions concerning which proper power cord to use, please consult with the dealer from whom you
have purchased the product.
USA................. UL
Canada.............CSA
Germany .......... VDE
Switzerland ..... SEV
Britain ............. BASE/BS
Japan ............... Electric Appliance Control Act
Cord Type Size of Conductors in Cord Maximum Current Rating of Unit
SJT 18 AWG
16 AWG
14 AWG
10 Amps
12 Amps
12 Amps
SVT 18 AWG
17 AWG
10 Amps
12 Amps
Figure A1
Figure A2
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Compliance Information
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15
of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy, and if not installed and
used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is
no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is
encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
FCC Warning
To assure continued FCC compliance, the user must use grounded power supply cord and the provided
shielded video interface cable with bonded ferrite cores. If a BNC cable is going to be used, use only a
shielded BNC(5) cable. Also, any unauthorized changes or modifications not expressly approved by the
party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate this device.
Notice for Japan
This is a Class B product based on the standard of the Voluntary Control Council for Interference from Information
Technology Equipment (VCCI). If this is used near a radio or television receiver in a domestic environment, it may
cause radio interference. Install and use the equipment according to the instruction manual.
CE Conformity
The device complies with the requirements of the EEC directive 89/336/EEC as amended
by 92/31/EEC and 93/68/EEC Art.5 with regard to "Electromagnetic compatibility", and 73/
23/EEC as amended by 93/68/EEC Art.13 with regard to "Safety".
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NOTE
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ViewSonic
Corporation
381 Brea Canyon Road
Walnut, CA 91789
Tel (909) 869-7976
Tel (800) 688-6688
Fax (909) 468-1202
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