Lenovo LT1953 manual

L T1953 W ide Flat Panel Monitor User ’ s Guide[...]

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Contents ii Contents Safety information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . iii General Safety guidelines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . [...]

iii Safety information General Safety guidelines For tips to h elp you use yo ur computer safely , go to: http://www .lenov o.com/safety Before installing this produc t, read the Safety Information. íí í[...]

Chapter 1. 1-1 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 in clude the following items: • Setup Poster • Refer ence and Driver CD • Flat Panel[...]

Chapter 1. 1-2 Product overview This section will provide inform ation on adjusting moni tor positions , setting user controls , and using the cable lock slot. T ypes of adjustments T ilt Please see the illustra tion below fo r an example of the tilt range. Monitor contr ols Y our monitor has controls on the front which are used to adjust the displ[...]

Chapter 1. 1-3 Cable lock slot Y our monitor is equipped with a cable lock slot lo cated on the rear of your monit or (in the lower position).[...]

Chapter 1. 1-4 Setting up your monitor This section provides information on ho w to set up your monitor . Connecting and turnin g on your monitor Note: Be sure to read the Safety information located on page iii before carrying out this procedure . 1. Power off your computer and all attached devices , and unplug the comp uter power cord. 2. Connect [...]

Chapter 1. 1-5 4. Connect the digital cable to the DVI connect or of the monitor and the other end on the back of the computer .[...]

Chapter 1. 1-6 5. Insert the power cord into the m onitor , then plug the monitor power cord and the computer cord into grounded electrical outlets. Note: A certified power supply cord has to be used wit h this equipment. The relevant national installation and or equipment regulatio ns shall be considered. A certified power supply cord not lighter [...]

Chapter 1. 1-7 7. T o install the moni tor driver , insert the Reference and Driver CD , click Install driver , and follow the on-screen instructions. 8. T o optimize your monito r image , press the Automatic Image Setup key. Automatic image setup req uires that the monitor is warmed up for at least 15 minutes. This is not required for normal opera[...]

Chapter 2. 2-1 Chapter 2. Adjusting and using your monitor This section will give you informatio n 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 work place and the equipment you use to suit your individual needs an[...]

Chapter 2. 2-2 • Use the monitor brightne ss, contrast cont rols, 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 eye s. Be sure to periodically look away from your[...]

Chapter 2. 2-3 Adjusting your monitor image This section describes the control feat ures 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-[...]

Chapter 2. 2-4 Using the On-Screen D isplay (OSD) cont rols To adjust the settings, the user controls can be vie wed 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[...]

Chapter 2. 2-5 Table 2-2. OSD functions OSD Icon on Main Menu Submenu Description Controls an d Adjustments (Analog) Controls and Adjustments (DVI) Brightness/ Contrast Brightness Adjusts overall screen brightness Same as Analog Contra st Adjusts difference between light and dark areas Image Position Horizontal Position Moves image left or right. C[...]

Chapter 2. 2-6 Scaling • Selects type of scaled image. • Original AR:Same Aspect Ratio with input signal. • Full Scree n: Expand image t o full screen.. Same as Analog Option s Information Shows resolution, refresh rate, and product details. Note: This screen does not allow any changes to the settings. Same as Analog Menu Language Changes lan[...]

Chapter 2. 2-7 Selecting a suppor ted 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 [...]

Chapter 2. 2-8 Understanding power management Power management is invoked when the comp uter recognizes that you have not used your mouse or keyboard for a user-def inab le period. There are several states as described in the table below. For optimal performance, switch off your mo nitor at the end of each working day, or whenever you expect to lea[...]

Chapter 2. 2-9 Caring for your monitor Be sure to turn off the powe r before you perform any maintenance on the monitor. Do not: • Apply water or liquid directl y to your monitor. • Use solvents or abrasives. • Use flammable cleaning mate rials to clean your monitor or any other electrical equipment. • Touch the screen area of your monitor [...]

Chapter 2. 2-10 Step 3: Remove the base from the monitor, refer to "Detaching the monitor base and stand". Step 4: Attach the mounting bracket from the VESA compatible wall mounting kit (100mm x100mm distance), VESA Mounting Screw M4 x 10 mm. Step 5: Attach the LCD displa y to the wall, following the instruct ions in the wall- mounting ki[...]

Chapter 3. 3-1 Chapter 3. Reference information This section contains monitor specificati ons, instructions to manually install the monitor driver, troubleshooting info rmation, and service information. Monitor specifications Table 3-1. Monitor specifications for type-model 1453 -H*1 Dimensions Depth Height Width 160.70 mm (6.33 in.) 353.98 mm (13.[...]

Chapter 3. 3-2 Video input (DVI) Interface Input signal Horizontal addressability Vertical ad dressabili ty Clock frequency DVI VESA TMDS (Panel L ink™) 1 44 0 p i x e l s ( m a x ) -- 900 lines (max) 165 MHz Communications VESA DDC CI Supported Display Modes Horizo ntal frequency Vertical frequency 30 kHz - 83 kHz 50 Hz - 75 H z Native Resolutio[...]

Chapter 3. 3-3 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 Sug gested action Reference The words "Out of Range" are sho[...]

Chapter 3. 3-4 Manual image setup If automatic image setup does not estab lish the image that you prefer, perform manual image setup. Note: Have your monitor powered on for about 15 minutes, until the monitor warms up. 1. Press at the bottom of the monitor to open the OSD menu. 2. Use or to select and press to access. 3. Use or to select manual and[...]

Chapter 3. 3-5 Manually installing the monitor driver Below are steps for manually installi ng th e monitor driver in Microsoft Windows 7, Microsoft Windows 8, Microsoft Windows Vista. Installing the monitor driver in Windows 7 To use the Plug and Play feature in Mi crosoft Windows 7, do the following: Note: You must download file from the Referenc[...]

Chapter 3. 3-6 Installing the monitor driver in Windows 8 To use the Plug and Play feature in Mi crosoft Windows 8, do the following: Note: You must download file from the Reference and Driver CD to use the Plug and Play feature in Windows 8. 1. Turn off the computer, all attached devices. 2. Ensure that the monitor is connected correctly. 3. Turn [...]

Chapter 3. 3-7 Installing the monitor dr iver in Windows Vista To use the Plug and Play feature in Mi crosoft Windows Vista, do the following: Note: You must down load file from the Reference and Driver CD to use the Plug and Play feature in Windows Vista. 1. Turn off the computer and all attached devices. 2. Ensure that the monitor is connected co[...]

Chapter 3. 3-8 Service information Customer responsibilities The warranty does not apply to a product which has been damaged due to accident, misuse, abuse, improper installation, usage not in accordance with product specifications and instructions, natural or personal disaster, or unauthorized alterations, repairs or modifications. The following a[...]

Appendix A. A-1 Appendix A. Service and Support The following information describes the tec hnica l support that is available for your product, during the warranty period or thro ughout the life of your product. Refer to the Lenovo Limited Warranty for a full ex planation of Lenovo warranty terms. Registering your option Register to receive pr oduc[...]

Appendix A. A-2 Belgium Warranty service and su pport: 02-225-3 611 (Dutch, French) Bolivia 0800-10-0189 (Spanish) Brazil Sao Paulo region: (11) 3889-8986 Outside Sao Paulo region: 0800-701-4815 (Brazilian Portuguese) Brunei 801-1041 (English, Bahasa Melayu) Canada Toronto: 416-383-3344 Outside Toronto: 1-800-565-3344 (English, French) Chile Toll F[...]

Appendix A. A-3 Hungary +36-1-382-5716 +36-1-382-5720 (English, Hungarian) India 1800-425-2666 +91-80-2535-9182 (English) Indonesia 021 5238 823 Local number only: 001-803-606-282 DID (Direct Inward Dialing): +603 8315 6859 (English, Bahasa Indonesia) Ireland Warranty service an d support: 01-881-1444 (English) Israel Givat Shmuel Service Center: +[...]

Appendix A. A-4 Romania +4-021-224-4015 Russia Moscow: + 7-(495)-258-6300 Toll Free: +8-800-200-6300 (Russian ) Singapore Local number only: 800-6011-343 DID: +603 8315 6859 (English) Slovakia +421-2-4954-5555 Slovenia +386-1-200-50-60 (Slovenian) Spain 91-714-7983 0901-100-000 (Spanish ) Sri Lanka +9411 2493547 +9411 2493548 (English) Sweden Warra[...]

Appendix B. B-1 Appendix B. Notices Lenovo may not offer the products , services , or features discussed in this document in all countries. Consult your local Lenovo representative for information on the products and services currently available in your area. Any reference to a Lenovo product , program , or service is not intended to state or imply[...]

Appendix B. B-2 Recycling information Lenovo encourages owners of i nformation techno logy (IT) equipment to responsibl y recycle their equipment when it is no longer needed. Lenovo offers a variety of programs and services to assist equipment owners in recycling thei r IT products. For information on recycling Lenovo products, go to: http://www .l[...]