Hanns G Hg171ab Users Manual

							
 
 
  
 
 
HG171 
USER’S MANUAL 
17 inch Wide Screen 
TFT LCD Monitor 
 
						

							
User’s Manual 
 
Before operating the monitor, please read this manual thoroughly. This manual should be 
retained for future reference. 
 
 
FCC Class B Radio Frequency Interference Statement  
 
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: 

						

							
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Congratulations! 
 
The display you have just purchased carries the TCO’03 
Displays label. This means that your display is designed, 
manufactured and tested according to some of the strictest 
quality and environmental requirements in the world. This makes 
for a high performance product, designed with the user in focus 
that also minimizes the impact on our natural environment. 
 
Some of the features of the TCO’03 Display requirements: 
 
Ergonomics 
• Good visual ergonomics and image quality in order to improve the working environment 
for the user and to reduce sight and strain problems. Important parameters are 
luminance, contrast, resolution, reflectance, colour rendition and image stability. 
 
Energy 
• Energy-saving mode after a certain time – beneficial both for the user and the 
environment 
• Electrical safety 
 
Emissions 
• Electromagnetic fields 
• Noise emissions 
 
Ecology 
• The product must be prepared for recycling and the manufacturer must have a certified 
environmental management system such as EMAS or ISO 14 001 
• Restrictions on 
{ chlorinated and brominated flame retardants and polymers 
{ heavy metals such as cadmium, mercury and lead. 
 
The requirements included in this label have been developed by TCO Development in 
cooperation with scientists, experts, users as well as manufacturers all over the world. 
Since the end of the 1980s TCO has been involved in influencing the development of IT 
equipment in a more user-friendly direction. Our labelling system started with displays in 
1992 and is now requested by users and IT-manufacturers all over the world. 
 
For more information, please visit 
www.tcodevelopment.com 
 
 
 
 
 
 
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Recycling Information 
 
We, the Hanns.G care very much about our environment protection strategy and firmly 
believe that it helps us have healthier earth via appropriate treatment and recycling of 
industrial technology devices at the end-of-life. 
These devices contain recyclable materials, which can be re-decomposed and re-integrated 
into brand-new marvels. On the contrary, other material can be classified to hazardous and 
poisoned substances. We strongly encourage you to contact the provided information to 
recycle this product. 
 
For more information, please visit 
www.hannsg.com 
 
 
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TABLE OF CONTENTS 
 
SAFETY NOTICE........................................................................\
...................6 
PRECAUTIONS........................................................................\
.................6 
SPECIAL NOTES ON LCD MONITORS...................................................7 
BEFORE YOU OPERATE THE MONITOR....................................................8 
FEATURES........................................................................\
........................8 
CHECKING THE CONTENTS OF THE PACKAGE..................................8 
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS.............................................................9 
POWER........................................................................\
..............................9 
MAKING CONNECTIONS.......................................................................10 
ADJUSTING THE VIEWING ANGLE......................................................11 
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS.....................................................................12 
GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS....................................................................12 
FRONT PANEL CONTROL.....................................................................13 
HOW TO ADJUST A SETTING...............................................................14 
PLUG AND PLAY........................................................................\
............17 
TECHNICAL SUPPORT (FAQ)....................................................................18 
Q & A FOR GENERAL PROBLEMS.......................................................18 
ERROR MESSAGE & POSSIBLE SOLUTIONS....................................19 
APPENDIX........................................................................\
...........................20 
SPECIFICATIONS........................................................................\
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SAFETY NOTICE 
 
1. The changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for 
compliance could void the users authority to operate the equipment. 
2. Shielded interface cables and AC power cord, if any, must be used in order to comply 
with the emission limits. 
3. The manufacturer is not responsible for any radio or TV interference caused by 
unauthorized modification to this equipment. It is the responsibilities of the user to 
correct such interference. 
 
WARNING: 
To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose the monitor to rain or moisture. Dangerously 
high voltages are present inside the monitor. Do not open the cabinet. Refer servicing to 
qualified personnel only. 
 
PRECAUTIONS 
• Do not use the monitor near water, e.g. near a bathtub, washbowl, kitchen sink, laundry 
tub, swimming pool or in a wet basement. 
• Do not place the monitor on an unstable cart, stand, or table. If the monitor falls, it can 
injure a person and cause serious damage to the appliance. Use only a cart or stand 
recommended by the manufacturer or sold with the monitor. If you mount the monitor on 
a wall or shelf, use a mounting kit approved by the manufacturer and follow the kit 
instructions. 
• Slots and openings in the back and bottom of the cabinet are provided for ventilation. To 
ensure reliable operation of the monitor and to protect it from overheating, be sure these 
openings are not blocked or covered. Do not place the monitor on a bed, sofa, rug, or 
similar surface. Do not place the monitor near or over a radiator or heat register. Do not 
place the monitor in a bookcase or cabinet unless proper ventilation is provided. 
• The monitor should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the 
label. If you are not sure of the type of power supplied to your home, consult your dealer 
or local power company. 
• Unplug the unit during a lighting storm or when it will not be used for long period of time. 
This will protect the monitor from damage due to power surges. 
• Do not overload power strips and extension cords. Overloading can result in fire or 
electric shock. 
• Never push any object into the slot on the monitor cabinet. It could short circuit parts 
causing a fire or electric shock. Never spill liquids on the monitor. 
• Do not attempt to service the monitor by yourself; opening or removing covers can 
expose you to dangerous voltages and other hazards. Please refer all servicing to 
qualified service personnel. 
• To ensure satisfactory operation, use the monitor only with UL listed computers which 
have appropriate configured receptacles marked between 100 - 240V AC, Mi\
n. 5A. 
• The wall socket shall be installed near the equipment and shall be easily accessible. 
 
 
 
 
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SPECIAL NOTES ON LCD MONITORS 
 
The following symptoms are normal with LCD monitor and do not indicate a problem. 
 
• Due to the nature of the fluorescent light, the screen may flicker during initial use. Turn 
off the Power Switch and then turn it on again to make sure the flicker disappears. 
• You may find slightly uneven brightness on the screen depending on the desktop pattern 
you use. 
• The LCD screen has effective pixels of 99.99% or more. It may include blemishes of 
0.01% or less such as a missing pixel or a pixel lit all of the time. 
• Due to the nature of the LCD screen, an afterimage of the previous screen may remain 
after switching the image, when the same image is displayed for hours. In this case, the 
screen is recovered slowly by changing the image or turning off the Power Switch for 
hours. 
• If the screen suddenly flashes erratically or the backlighting fails, please contact your 
dealer or service center for repair. Do not attempt to repair the monitor yourself. 
 
Lamp Disposal 
 
 
LAMP(S) INSIDE THIS PRODUCT CONTAIN MERCURY AND MUST BE RECYCLED OR 
DISPOSED OF ACCORDING TO LOCAL, STATE OR FEDERAL LAWS. FOR MORE 
INFORMATION, CONTACT THE ELECTRONIC INDUSTRIES ALLIANCE AT WWW.EIAE.ORG. 
FOR LAMP SPECIFIC DISPOSAL INFORMATION CHECK WWW.LAMPRECYCLE.ORG. 
 
 
 
 
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BEFORE YOU OPERATE THE MONITOR 
 
FEATURES 
 
• 17” Wide screen TFT Color LCD Monitor 
• Crisp, Clear Display for Windows 
• Recommended Resolutions: 1440 X 900 @60Hz 
• EPA ENERGY STAR®
• Ergonomic Design 
• Space Saving, Compact Case Design 
 
CHECKING THE CONTENTS OF THE PACKAGE 
   
The product package should include the following items: 
LCD Monitor 
 
   
   
 
 
Screen Base 
Cables and User manual 
  
Power Cord VGA Cable DVI-D Cable 
 (dual input mode optional)
 
 
User’s manual Warranty card Audio Cable 
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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 
 
Install   Remove 
 
      
 
Figure.1. Installing and Removing the Base 
 
INSTALLATION: 
 
1. Align the monitor with the opening in the base. 
2. Note that the longer section of the base points forward. 
3. Snap the monitor into its base. A clear click sound will affirm that the base is connected 
correctly. 
4. Verify that the monitor is securely attached to the base by looking at the bottom of the 
base and making sure that the clips are fully engaged in the base. 
 
REMOVAL: 
 
1. Flip over the monitor so that it is upside down. 
2. Press the 2 clips on the base that holds the monitor in place. 
3. Gently press and hold the 2 clips while pulling the base from the monitor unit they are 
unattached. 
 
POWER 
 
POWER SOURCE: 
 
1. Make sure that the power cord is the correct type required in your area. 
2. This LCD monitor has an Internal universal power supply that allows operation in either     
100/120V AC or 220/240V AC voltage area (No user adjustment is required.) 
3. Connect the AC-power cord one end to your LCD monitor’s AC-input socket, the other 
end to wall-outlet .  
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MAKING CONNECTIONS 
 
CONNECTING TO A PC 
 
Turn off your computer before performing the procedure below.  
1. Connect one end of the D-Sub cable to the back of the monitor and connect the other 
end to the computer’s D-Sub port. 
2. Connect one end of the DVI-D cable (Dual input mode optional) to the back of the 
monitor and connect the other end to the computer’s DVI-D port. 
3. Connect the audio cable between the monitors audio input and the PCs audio output 
(green port). 
4. Plug one end of the AC power cord to the LCD monitor’s AC input socket, and the other 
end to Wall outlet. 
5. Turn on your monitor and computer. 
 
 
 
 
Figure.2. Connecting to a PC 
 
1. Power AC Input 2. Audio Input 
3. DVI-D Input (optional) 4. VGA Input 
 
 
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