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L1900 Flat Panel Monitor
User’s Guide
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Product numbers 6135-HE 1 First Edition ( OO O O O TOJu FFFFF O O C O V E O O O ne 2 00 8 ) (c) Copyright Lenovo 2008. 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 ser
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Contents Safety information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . iv Chapter1. Getting started . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1 Shipping contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1 Attaching the base and h
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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 sécurité. Vor der Installation dieses Produkts die S
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Chapter 1. Getting started T his U ser ’s G uide contains detailed information on y f f f f f F F y f f f f F f f F f f F our Flat Panel M onitor. 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: v Setup Poster v Monitor Safety, Troubleshooting,and Warranty Guide v Reference and Driver CD v Flat Panel Monitor v Power C
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Product overview This section will provide information on carrying your monitor, adjusting monitor positions, setting user controls, and using the cable lock slot. Carrying your monitor Your monitor is equipped with an integrated handle for easy carrying. Types of adjustments Please see the illustration below for an example of the tilt range. User 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 “Adju
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Cable lock slot Your monitor is equipped with a cable lock slot located on the rear of your monitor (in the lower right corner). Please see the instructions that come with the cable lock to learn how to attach it. Setting up your monitor This section provides information to help you set up your monitor. Connecting and turning on your monitor Note: Be sure to read the Safety Information located in the Monitor Safety, Troubleshooting, and Warranty Guide before carrying out this proc
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3. Connect the digital cable to the DVI connector of the monitor and the other end on the back of the computer. Note: The digital cable is not included with the monitor. 4. Insert the power cor d into the monitor , then plug the monitor power cor d and the computer cor d into grounded electrical outlets. 5. Power on the monitor and the computer. 1-4 Flat Panel Monitor User ’s Guide
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6. To install the monitor driver , insert the Refer ence and Driver CD , click Install driver, and follow the on-screen instructions. 7. 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 prefer, perform manual image setup. See “Manual image setup” on pag
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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 detail
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v Use adequate lighting for the type of work you are performing. v Use the monitor brightness, contrast, and image adjustment controls, if equipped, to optimize the image on your screen to meet your visual preferences. v 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 r
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Adjusting your monitor image This section describes the user control features used 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. Note: The direct access controls are orange. Table 2-1. Direct access controls Icon Control Description Input Change Switches the video input source. Image Setup Activates automatic image adjustment. Brightness Direct access to Br
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Table 2-2. OSD functions OSD Icon on Main Menu Submenu Description Adjusts overall brightness Brightness Brightness/Contrast Adjusts difference between Contrast light and dark areas Moves the image left or Image Position Horizontal Position right. Moves the image up or Vertical Position down. Automatically optimizes the Automatic Image Setup image. Manually optimizes the Manual image. See "Manual image setup" on page 3-3. • Clock • Phase • Save Adjus
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Table 2-2. OSD functions (continued) OSD Icon on Main Menu Submenu Description Menu position adjusts menu Options Menu Position location on the screen. Default Default returns the menu position to the default settings. Custom v Horizontal: Changes the horizontal position of the OSD. v Vertical: Changes the vertical position of the OSD. v Save v Cancel Factory Reset v Reset Resets monitor to the original factory settings. Controls button and menu Accessib
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The display modes shown below have been optimized at the factory. Table 2-3. Factory set display modes Addressability Refresh rate 640 x 350 70 Hz 640 x 480 60 Hz, 6666Hz, 72Hz, 75Hz 720 x 400 70 Hz 800 x 600 60 Hz, 72 Hz, 75 Hz 1024 x 768 60 Hz, 70 Hz, 75 Hz 1280 x 1024 60 Hz, 70 Hz, 727272Hz, 75Hz, 76Hz 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 sev
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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: v Apply water or liquid directly to your monitor. v Use solvents or abrasives. v Use flammable cleaning materials to clean your monitor or any other electrical equipment. v Touch the screen area of your monitor with sharp or abrasive items. This type of contact may cause permanent damage to your screen. v Use any cleaner which contains an anti-static solution or s
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Chapter 3. Reference information This section contains monitor specifications, instructions to manually install the monitor driver, troubleshooting information, and service information. Monitor specifications Table 3-1. Monitor specifications for type-model 66135-xx1 Dimensions Height 417 mm (16.4 in.) Depth 178.6 mm (7.0 in.) Width 408 mm (16.1 in.) Stand Tilt range -4°/+30° VESA mount Supported 100 mm (3.94 in.) Radial arm sold separately. Image Viewable image size 482.6 mm (19
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Table 3-1. Monitor specifications for type-model 6135-xx1(continued) Humidity Operating 10% to 80% Storage 5% to 95% Shipping 5% to 95% Troubleshooting If you have a problem setting up or using your monitor, you might be able to solve it yourself. Before calling your dealer or Lenovo, try the suggested actions that are appropriate to your problem. Table 3-2. Troubleshooting Problem Possible cause Suggested action Reference The words ″Out The system is set “Selecting a supported v
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Table 3-2. Troubleshooting (continued) Problem Possible cause Suggested action Reference Screen is blank The monitor is in “Understanding power v Press any key on the and power Standby/Suspend management” on page keyboard or move the indicator is mode 2-6 mouse to restore steady amber or operation. flashing green v Check the Power Options settings on your computer. The power The video signal Be sure the video cable is “Connecting and turning indicator is cable is loose or c
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Manually installing the monitor driver Below are steps for manually installing the monitor driver in Microsoft Windows Vista, Microsoft. Windows XP. and Microsoft Windows 2000 Professional. Installing the monitor driver in Windows Vista To install the device driver in Microsoft® Windows Vista, do the following: Note: You must download files from the Lenovo Monitor CD to use the Plug and Play feature in Windows Vista. 1. Turn off the computer and all attached devices. 2. Ensure that t
