ViewSonic VX2245wm Manual

ViewSonic
®
VX2245wm
LCD Display
Model No. : VS11349
 

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Contents
Compliance Information.............................................................................. 1
Important Safety Instructions ...................................................................... 2
Copyright Information ................................................................................. 3
Product Registration ................................................................................... 3
Getting Started
Package Contents...

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Compliance Information 
For U.S.A.
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....

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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...

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Copyright Information
Copyright © ViewSonic® Corporation, 2006. 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.
ViewSonic, the three birds logo, OnView, ViewMatch, and ViewMeter are registered 
trademarks of ViewSonic Corporation.
VESA is a registered trademark of the Video Electronics...

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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 ‘95, Windows NT, Windows ‘98, Windows 2000, Windows Me 
(Millennium), and Windows XP.
Package Contents
Your LCD display package includes:
NOTE: The CD includes the User Guide PDF files and INF/ICM display optimization...

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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....

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ViewDockTM Connecting to PC
Use the supplied cables to connect the ViewDock to your PC.
Refer to the following illustration:
Step 1. Please check your USB cable (A-B type)
Step 2. Connect the USB cable from PC (A type) to the ViewDock (B type)
Step 3. Plug in the power adaptor into the DC jack. 
Step 4. Connect the stereo audio cable from audio-out of ViewDock base to audio-in of
monitor panel head.
Step 5. Connect the 2-in-1 audio cable from audio-in of ViewDock to audio-out / MIC-in...

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Wall Mounting (Optional)
To obtain a wall-mounting kit, 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:
1.Verify that the Power button is turned Off, then 
disconnect the power cord.
2.Lay the LCD display face down on a towel or 
blanket.
3.Remove the Plastic Covers from the back of the 
LCD display. 
4.Remove the four screws attaching...

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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 1680 x 1050) 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 1680 x 1050 @ 60Hz.
To set the...