ViewSonic VA2703 User manual

VA2703

LCD Display

User Guide

Model No. VS14414

IMPORTANT: Please read this User Guide to obtain important information on installing

and using your product in a safe manner, as well as registering your product for future

service. Warranty information contained in this User Guide will describe your limited

coverage from ViewSonic Corporation, which is also found on our web site at http://

www.viewsonic.com in English, or in specific languages using the Regional selection

box in the upper right corner of our website. "Antes de operar su equipo lea cu

idadosamente las instrucciones en este manual"

Contents

Compliance Information.............................................................................. 1

Important Safety Instructions...................................................................... 2

Declaration of RoHS Compliance............................................................... 3

Product Registration................................................................................... 4

Getting Started

Package Contents ...................................................................................... 5

Precautions ................................................................................................ 5

Quick Installation ........................................................................................ 6

Wall Mounting (Optional) ............................................................................ 7

Using the LCD Display

Setting the Timing Mode............................................................................. 8

OSD and Power Lock Settings................................................................... 8

Adjusting the Screen Image ....................................................................... 9

Main Menu Controls ................................................................................. 11

Other Information

Specifications ........................................................................................... 15

Troubleshooting........................................................................................ 16

Customer Support .................................................................................... 17

Cleaning the LCD Display ........................................................................ 18

Limited Warranty ...................................................................................... 19

Mexico Limited Warranty .......................................................................... 21

Compliance Information

For U.S.A.

This device complies with part 15 of FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two

conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept

any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

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.

Warning: You are cautioned that changes or modifications not expressly approved by the

party responsible for compliance could void your authority to operate the equipment.

For Canada

This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.

Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.

CE Conformity for European Countries

The device complies with the EMC Directive 2004/108/EC and Low Voltage

Directive 2006/95/EC.

Following information is only for EU-member states:

The mark shown to the right is in compliance with the Waste Electrical and

Electronic Equipment Directive 2002/96/EC (WEEE).

The mark indicates the requirement NOT to dispose the equipment as unsorted

municipal waste, but use the return and collection systems according to local law.

Important Safety Instructions

1. Read these instructions completely before using the equipment.

2. Keep these instructions in a safe place.

3. Heed all warnings.

4. Follow all instructions.

5. Do not use this equipment near water. Warning: To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock,

do not expose this apparatus to rain or moisture.

6. Clean with a soft, dry cloth. If further cleaning is required, see “Cleaning the Display” in

this guide for further instructions.

7. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install the equipment in accordance with the

manufacturer’s instructions.

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

devices (including amplifiers) that produce heat.

9. Do not attempt to circumvent the safety provisions of the polarized or grounding-type

plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding type

plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade and the third prong are

provided for your safety. If the plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for

replacement of the outlet.

10. Protect the power cord from being tread upon or pinched, particularly at the plug, and the

point where if emerges from the equipment. Be sure that the power outlet is located near

the equipment so that it is easily accessible.

11. Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.

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

manufacturer, or sold with the equipment. When a cart is used, use caution

when moving the cart/equipment combination to avoid injury from tipping

over.

13. Unplug this equipment when it will be unused for long periods of time.

14. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Service is required when the unit has

been damaged in any way, such as: if the power-supply cord or plug is damaged, if liquid

is spilled onto or objects fall into the unit, if the unit is exposed to rain or moisture, or if

the unit does not operate normally or has been dropped.

Declaration of RoHS Compliance

This product has been designed and manufactured in compliance with Directive 2002/95/EC of

the European Parliament and the Council on restriction of the use of certain hazardous

substances in electrical and electronic equipment (RoHS Directive) and is deemed to comply

with the maximum concentration values issued by the European Technical Adaptation

Committee (TAC) as shown below:

Certain components of products as stated above are exempted under the Annex of the RoHS

Directives as noted below:

Examples of exempted components are:

1. Mercury in compact fluorescent lamps not exceeding 5 mg per lamp and in other lamps not

specifically mentioned in the Annex of RoHS Directive.

2. Lead in glass of cathode ray tubes, electronic components, fluorescent tubes, and electronic

ceramic parts (e.g. piezoelectronic devices).

3. Lead in high temperature type solders (i.e. lead-based alloys containing 85% by weight or

more lead).

4. Lead as an allotting element in steel containing up to 0.35% lead by weight, aluminium

containing up to 0.4% lead by weight and as a cooper alloy containing up to 4% lead by

weight.

Substance Proposed Maximum Concentration Actual Concentration

Lead (Pb) 0.1% < 0.1%

Mercury (Hg) 0.1% < 0.1%

Cadmium (Cd) 0.01% < 0.01%

Hexavalent Chromium (Cr6+)0.1% < 0.1%

Polybrominated biphenyls (PBB) 0.1% < 0.1%

Polybrominated diphenyl ethers (PBDE) 0.1% < 0.1%

Macintosh and Power Macintosh are registered trademarks of Apple 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.

Product disposal at end of product life

The lamp in this product contains mercury which can be dangerous to you and the environ-

ment. Please use care and dispose of in accordance with local, state or federal laws.

ViewSonic respects the environment and is committed to working and living green. Thank you

for being part of Smarter, Greener Computing. Please visit ViewSonic website to learn more.

USA & Canada: http://www.viewsonic.com/company/green/recycle-program/

Europe: http://www.viewsoniceurope.com/uk/kbase/article.php?id=639

Taiwan: http://recycle.epa.gov.tw/recycle/index2.aspx

For Your Records

Product Name:

Model Number:

Document Number:

Serial Number:

Purchase Date:

VA2703

ViewSonic Widescreen LCD Display

VS14414

VA2703-1_UG_ENG Rev. 1A 08-03-11

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Getting Started

Congratulations on your purchase of a ViewSonic®LCD display.

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 Vista, and Windows 7.

Package Contents

Your LCD display package includes:

•LCDdisplay

• Power cord

• D-Sub cable

• ViewSonic Wizard CD-ROM

• Quick Start Guide

NOTE: 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. ViewSonic recommends that you install

both the INF and ICM files.

Precautions

• Sit at least 18” from the LCD display.

•Avoid touching the screen. Skin oils are

difficult to remove.

•Never remove the rear cover. This LCD

display contains high-voltage parts. You

may be seriously injured if you touch

them.

• Avoid exposing the LCD display to direct

sunlight or another heat source. Orient the

LCD display away from direct sunlight to

reduce glare.

• Always handle the LCD display with care

when moving it.

• Place the LCD display in a well ventilated

area. Do not place anything on the LCD

display that prevents heat dissipation.

• Ensure the area around the LCD display is

clean and free of moisture.

• Do not place heavy objects on the LCD

display, video cable, or power cord.

• If smoke, an abnormal noise, or a strange

odor is present, immediately switch the

LCD display off and call your dealer or

ViewSonic. It is dangerous to continue

using the LCD display.

• Do not rub or apply pressure to the LCD

panel, as it may permanently damage the

screen.

Quick Installation

1. Connect power cord (and AC/DC

adapter if required)

2. Connect video cable

• Make sure both the LCD display and

computer are turned OFF

• Remove rear panel covers if necessary

• Connect the video cable from the LCD

display to the 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.

3. Turn ON LCD display and computer

Turn ON the LCD display, then turn ON

the computer. This sequence (LCD display

before computer) is important.

NOTE: Windows users may receive a

message asking them to install the INF

file. This is on the CD.

4. Insert the ViewSonic Wizard CD into

the computer’s CD drive.

Follow the on-screen instructions. If your

computer does not have a CD-ROM drive,

please refer to Customer Support page.

• 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 viewsonic.exe.

• Follow the on-screen instructions.

5. Windows users: Set the timing mode

(resolution and refresh rate)

Example: 1920 x 1080 @ 60 Hz.

For instructions on changing the

resolution and refresh rate, see the

graphics card’s user guide.

Installation is complete. Enjoy your new

ViewSonic LCD display.

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 4. (See back of

LCD display.)

You can register your product online at the

ViewSonic website for your region. See

the Customer Support table in this guide.

The ViewSonic Wizard CD-ROM also

provides an opportunity for you to print

the registration form which you may mail

or fax to ViewSonic.

Power Cord

AC Outlet

(Wall Socket)

Computer Power Cord

AC IN DVI

D-Sub

Wall Mounting (Optional) For use only with UL Listed Wall Mount Bracket

To obtain a wall-mounting kit or height adjustment base, contact ViewSonic®or your local

dealer. Refer to the instructions that come with the base mounting kit. To convert your LCD

display from a desk-mounted to a wall-mounted display, do the following:

Step 1. Verify that the power button is turned Off, then disconnect the power cord.

Step 2. Lay the LCD display face down on a towel or blanket.

Step 3. Remove the 3screws attaching the base.

Step 4. Attach the mounting bracket from the VESA compatible wall mounting kit (100 mm

x 100 mm distance), using screws of correct length.

Step 5. Attach the LCD display to the wall, following the instructions in the wall-mounting

kit.

Step 4. Four VESA

screw holes

Step 3. 3screw

attaching the base

Using the LCD Display

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 1920 x 1080) and

refresh rate (or vertical frequency; example 60 Hz). After setting the timing mode, use the

OSD (On-screen Display) controls to adjust the screen image.

For the best picture quality set your LCD display timing mode to:

VESA 1920 x 1080 @ 60Hz.

To set the Timing Mode:

1. Set the resolution: Right-click on the Windows desktop > Properties > Settings > 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 LCD display.

OSD and Power Lock Settings

•OSD Lock: Press and hold [1] and the up arrow for 10 seconds. If any buttons are

pressed the message OSD Locked will display for 3 seconds.

•OSD Unlock: Press and hold [1] and the up arrow again for 10 seconds.

•Power Button Lock: Press and hold [1] and the down arrow for 10 seconds. If the

power button is pressed the message Power Button Locked will display for 3 seconds. With

or without this setting, after a power failure, your LCD display’s power will automatically

turn ON when power is restored.

•Power Button Unlock: Press and hold [1] and the down arrow again for 10 seconds.

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