ViewSonic ViewPanel VP230mb, VLCDS22494-1b User Manual
Full 23.1" Diagonal Viewable Screen
VP230mb ViewPanel
®
User Guide
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Contents
ViewSonic VP230mb 1
Product Registration ..............................................................2
For Your Records ..................................................................2
Getting Started
Package Contents .................................................................3
Precautions ...........................................................................3
Quick Installation ................................................................... 4
Mounting Options ..................................................................5
Installation of Wall Mount (Optional) ................................. 5
Installation of Base (Optional) ..........................................5
Using the ViewPanel
Setting the Timing Mode .......................................................6
OSD Lock Settings ................................................................6
Adjusting the Screen Image ..................................................7
Other Information
Specifications ......................................................................12
Troubleshooting................................................................... 13
Customer Support ............................................................... 14
Cleaning the ViewPanel ...................................................... 15
Limited Warranty ................................................................. 16
Appendix
Safety Guidelines ................................................................17
Compliance Information ......................................................18
CE Conformity .....................................................................18
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Copyright © ViewSonic Corporation, 2002. 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.
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ViewSonic Corporation.
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are trademarks of VESA.
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NERGY STAR
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NERGY STAR
®
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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.
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 VP230mb
VLCDS22494-1b
A-CD-VP230mb-1
______________
______________
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Getting Started
Congratulations on your purchase of a VP230mb 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 VP230mb package includes:
• VP230mb ViewPane l
• Standard analog VGA video cable
• DVI video cable (DVI requires a DVI video card in your computer)
• Audio cable
• U.S. Power cord
• Schuko power cord
• Quick Start Guide
• ViewSonic Wizard CD-ROM (including user guide PDF file and INF/ICM
display optimization files)
IMPORTANT: The supplied INF file assures compatibility with Windows
operating systems, and the ICM file (Integrated Color Management) assures
accurate on-screen colors.
Precautions
• For best viewing conditions sit at least 18"
from the ViewPanel.
• AVOID TOUCHING THE SCREEN WITH
YOUR FINGERS. Oils from the skin are
difficult to remove.
• NEVER REMOVE THE REAR COVER. The
ViewPanel contains high-voltage parts. You
may suffer serious injury if you touch these
parts.
• Avoid exposing the ViewPanel to direct
sunlight or another heat source including an
open flame. The ViewPanel should be facing
away from direct sunlight to reduce glare.
• Always handle your ViewPanel with care
when moving it.
• Place your ViewPanel in a well ventilated
area. Do not place anything on the ViewPanel
that prevents adequate dissipation of heat.
• Ensure the area around the ViewPanel is clean
and free of moisture.
• Do not place heavy objects on theViewPanel,
video cable, or power cord.
• If smoke, abnormal noise, or strange odor is
present, immediately switch the ViewPanel
off and call your dealer or ViewSonic. It is
dangerous to continue using the ViewPanel.
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Quick Installation
1 Connect video cable
Make sure both the ViewPanel®and
computer are powered OFF.
Connect the VGA analog video cable to the
computer then to the ViewPanel. Both
analog and digital (DVI) ports are available
on the back of theViewPanel for your
convenience. The DVI cable requires a DVI
video card in your computer.
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
Connect the power cord 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
VP230mb 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: 1600 X 1200 @ 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
VP230mb ViewPanel.
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 ViewPanel.)
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.
VGA video cable
Powe r c ord
AC o utlet
VGA analog
DVI
Powe r
Audio
cable
(optional)
video cable
Audio
Power cable to computer
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Mounting Options
Installation of Wall Mount (Optional)
To obtain a wall-mounting kit, contact ViewSonic or your local dealer. Refer to
the instructions that come with the wall mounting kit. To convert your
ViewPanel from a desk-mounted to a wall-mounted display, do the following:
Installation of Base (Optional)
To obtain a base installation kit, contact ViewSonic or your local dealer. Refer to
the instructions that come with the base mounting kit. ViewSonic complies with
VESA (Video Electronics Standards Association) 100 mm mounting standards.
There are many options available fromViewSonic and other suppliers.
1 Disconnect Power cables.
2 Lay the ViewPanel face down on
a towel or blanket.
3 Attach the mounting bracket
from the wall-mounting kit.
4 Attach the ViewPanel to the wall,
following the instructions in the
wall-mounting kit.
Screw holes for
wall-mounting kit
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