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L215p Wide Flat Panel Monitor
User’s Guide
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Product numbers 6325-HC1 First Edition (Juanary 2009 ) © Copyright Lenovo 2009. LENOVO products, data, computer software, and services have been developed exclusively at private expense and are sold to governmental entities as commercial items as defined by 48 C.F.R. 2.101 with limited and restricted rights to use, reproduction and disclosure. LIMITED AND RESTRICTED RIGHTS NOTICE: If products, data, computer software, or services are delivered pursuant a General Services Administration
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Contents Safety information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . iii Chapter1. Getting started . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1 Shipping contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1 Attach
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Safety information Before installing this product, read the Safety Information. Antes de instalar este produto, leia as Informações de Segurança. Pred instalací tohoto produktu si prectete prírucku bezpecnostních instrukcí. Læs sikkerhedsforskrifterne, før du installerer dette produkt. Ennen kuin asennat tämän tuotteen, lue turvaohjeet kohdasta Safety Information. Avant d’installer ce produit, lisez les consignes de sécur
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Chapter 1. Getting started This User’s Guide contains detailed information on the your Flat Panel Monitor. For a quick overview, please see the Setup Poster that was shipped with your monitor. Shipping contents The product package should include the following items: • Setup Poster v Monitor Safety, Troubleshooting,and Warranty Guide • Reference and Driver CD • Flat Panel Monitor • Power Cord •Audio Cable •USB Cable • HDMI Cable (exclude China mainland market) • Analog Interface Ca
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Attaching the base and handling your monitor To set up your monitor, please see the illustrations below. Note: Do not touch the monitor within the screen area. The screen area is glass and can be damaged by rough handling or excessive pressure. 1.Carefully lays the monitor on a flat surface. 2.Assemble the base with the monitor's stand. 3.Tighten the screws clockwise at the bottom of the base. Note:To attach a VESA mount, please see "Detaching the monitor stand" on page 2-9. Product overvie
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Monitor controls Your monitor has controls on the front which are used to adjust the display. For information on how to use these controls, please see “Adjusting your monitor image” on page 2-3. Cable lock slot Your monitor is equipped with a cable lock slot located on the rear of your monitor (in the lower position). Please see the instructions that come with the cable lock to learn how to attach it. L215p Wide Flat Panel Monitor User’s Guide 1-3
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Setting up your monitor This section provides information on how to set up your monitor. Connecting and turning on your monitor 1. Note: Be sure to read the Safety Information located in the Monitor Safety, Troubleshooting, power cord. and Warranty Guide before carrying out this procedure. 1. Power off your computer and all attached devices, and unplug the computer power cord. 2. Connect the analog signal cable to the video port on the back of the computer. Note: One end of the signal cab
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5. Connect the audio cable to the audio jack of the monitor and the other end on the back of the computer. 6. Insert the power cord into the monitor ,then plug the monitor power cord and the computer cord into grounded electrical outlets. Place the cable into the specific hook indicated in below figure. Note: A certified power supply cord has to be used with this equipment. The relevant national installation and/or equipment regulations shall be considered. A certified power supply cord not
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7. Side view after all cables have been placed. 8. Power on the monitor and the computer. 9. To install the monitor driver, insert the Reference and Driver CD, click Install driver, and follow the on-screen instructions. 10. To optimize your monitor image, press the Automatic Image Setup key. Automatic image setup requires that the monitor is warmed up for at least 15 minutes. This is not required for normal operation. Note: If automatic image setup does not establish the image that you p
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Chapter 2. Adjusting and using your monitor This section will give you information on adjusting and using your monitor. Comfort and accessibility Good ergonomic practice is important to get the most from your personal computer and to avoid discomfort. Arrange your workplace and the equipment you use to suit your individual needs and the kind of work that you perform. In addition, use healthy work habits to maximize your performance and comfort while using your computer. For more detailed inf
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• Use the monitor brightness, contrast, and image adjustment controls, if equipped, to optimize the image on your screen to meet your visual preferences. • Keep your monitor screen clean so you can focus on the screen’s contents. Any concentrated and sustained visual activity can be tiring for your eyes. Be sure to periodically look away from your monitor screen and focus on a far object to allow your eye muscles to relax. If you have questions on eye fatigue or visual discomfort, consult
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Adjusting your monitor image This section describes the control features to adjust your monitor image. Using the direct access controls The direct access controls can be used when the On Screen Display (OSD) is not displayed. Table 2-1. Direct access controls Icon Control Description Input Change Switches the video input source. DDC-CI Press and hold for 10 seconds to enable or disable the DDC-CI function. Exit Exit from menu Image Setup Activates automatic image adjustment. NOVO VISION Di
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Using the On-Screen Display (OSD) controls To adjust the settings, the user controls can be viewed through the OSD. To use the controls: 1. Press to open the main OSD menu. 2. Use or to move among the icons. Select an icon and press to access that function. If there is a sub-menu, you can move between options using or , then press to select that function. Use or to make adjustments. Press to save. 3. Press to move backwards through the sub-menus and exit from the O
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Table 2-2. OSD functions Controls and Controls and OSD Icon on Main Adjustments Adjustments Menu Submenu Description (Analog) (Digital) Adjusts overall brightness Same as Analog Brightness Brightness/ Contrast Adjusts difference between light and dark areas Contrast Moves the image left or right. Controls Locked - not required for Horizontal Position Image Position digital input Moves the image up or down. Vertical Position Automatically optimizes the image. Automatic Image Setu
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Table 2-2. OSD functions Controls and Controls and OSD Icon on Main Adjustments Adjustments Menu Submenu Description (Analog) (Digital) Optimize screen for specific tasks Same as Analog NOVO VISION •Original AR:same aspect ratio with input signal • Full Screen :expand image to full screen Scaling Shows resolution, refresh rate, and product details. Same as Analog Note: This screen does not allow any changes to Information Options the settings. This section lists the languages supported b
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Selecting a supported display mode The display mode the monitor uses is controlled by the computer. Therefore, refer to your computer documentation for details on how to change display modes. The image size, position and shape might change when the display mode changes. This is normal and the image can be readjusted using automatic image setup and the image controls. Unlike CRT monitors, which require a high refresh rate to minimize flicker, LCD or Flat Panel technology is inherently flicker
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Understanding power management Power management is invoked when the computer recognizes that you have not used your mouse or keyboard for a user-definable period. There are several states as described in the table below. For optimal performance, switch off your monitor at the end of each working day, or whenever you expect to leave it unused for long periods during the day. Table 2-4. Power indicator Restoring State Power Indicator Screen Operation Compliance On Steady blue Normal Sta
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Caring for your monitor Be sure to turn off the power before you perform any maintenance on the monitor. Do not: • Apply water or liquid directly to your monitor. • Use solvents or abrasives. • Use flammable cleaning materials to clean your monitor or any other electrical equipment. • Touch the screen area of your monitor with sharp or abrasive items. This type of contact may cause permanent damage to your screen. • Use any cleaner which contains an anti-static solution or similar additives.
