eMachines E15T4 User Manual

eMachines E15T4 User Manual

Emachines e15t4: user guide

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Flat Panel Monitor
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  • Page 1 Flat Panel Monitor User Guide...
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Image is not sized or centered correctly ........21 The monitor has pixels that are always dark or too bright ..... . 21 Specifications .
  • Page 4 www.gateway.com...
  • Page 5: Using Your Emachines Flat Panel Monitor

    Using Your eMachines Flat Panel Monitor Connecting the monitor ■ Attaching and adjusting the optional ■ stand Starting the monitor ■ Changing monitor settings ■ Maintaining and troubleshooting ■ Specifications ■...
  • Page 6: Connecting The Monitor

    Connecting the monitor To connect the monitor: Place the monitor base on a tabletop, then slide the monitor neck down onto the base until it clicks into place. Position your computer and the monitor so you can reach the back of each.
  • Page 7 Make sure that your computer is turned off, then connect the other end of the video cable to the VGA port on the back of your computer. Plug the power cord into a correctly grounded electrical outlet. www.gateway.com Connecting the monitor...
  • Page 8: Attaching The Optional Stand

    Place the monitor face-down on a soft, non-marring surface. A non-slip mat on a tabletop is ideal. Allow the monitor base to hang down over the edge of the table. Press the two release buttons on the back of the monitor’s original neck, then slide the monitor base out of the neck.
  • Page 9 Remove the screw from the neck hinge, then remove the neck from the LCD panel. Do not discard the screw. Screw Place the hinge cover over the hinge. Attach the hinge cover using the screw you removed from the original neck hinge. Remove the four small screws from the back of the LCD panel.
  • Page 10 Attach the adjustable stand’s mounting flange to the LCD panel using the four screws you removed. Use the four large screws provided with the adjustable stand to attach the base to the adjustable stand. Insert the screws through the bottom of the base and into the stand’s neck.
  • Page 11: Adjusting The Height-Adjustable Stand

    Adjusting the height-adjustable stand Tilts from -5° to 35° Vertical height adjusts five inches Adjusting the height-adjustable stand www.gateway.com Rotates 90° for portrait or landscape orientation Pans 31° left and right...
  • Page 12: Starting The Monitor

    Starting the monitor To start the monitor: Press the power button on the front of monitor. The power LED on the power button turns on. Turn on your computer. After your computer is running, the power LED on the monitor’s power button should be blue.
  • Page 13: Adjusting Monitor Settings

    “Windows controls” on page 13. Monitor buttons This monitor features an on-screen display (OSD) that lets you adjust contrast, brightness, and other settings for the monitor. The monitor saves changes you make to the settings, even if you turn off the monitor. ■...
  • Page 14: On-Screen Display Options

    ■ (brightness) OSD active: Press to move up through menu selections and adjust OSD options. OSD inactive: Press to adjust the brightness. ■ (contrast) OSD active: Press to move down through menu selections and adjust OSD options. OSD inactive: Press to adjust the contrast. ■...
  • Page 15: Osd Menus

    Use the lowest brightness setting you are comfortable with to maximize the life of the monitor backlights. You may need to readjust brightness after the monitor has warmed up. Contrast—Adjusts the level of white between the lightest and darkest portions of an image.
  • Page 16 OSD Menu Geometry menu Geometry H-Position V-Position Clock Phase Advanced menu Advanced Color Language LED Brightness Information Description H-Position—Moves the display image left and right. V-Position—Moves the display image up and down. You can also press the Auto button to configure the vertical and horizontal position automatically.
  • Page 17: Windows Controls

    Windows controls Color depth, screen resolution, and screen fonts are three of the most basic monitor settings you may need to change. Adjusting the color depth Color depth is the number of colors your video card uses. Most images look best displayed with the maximum number of colors available.
  • Page 18 The higher the resolution, the smaller individual components of the screen (such as icons and menu bars) appear.
  • Page 19 Drag the Screen resolution Click , then click For more information about adjusting monitor settings, click Start, Help and Support then click Help and Support. Type the keyword changing screen resolution in the Search box, then click the arrow. Clarifying screen fonts You can change the display fonts to ClearType for smoother screen fonts.
  • Page 20 Click the arrow to open the list, then click Click ClearType www.gateway.com...
  • Page 21: Video Modes

    Video modes Your monitor supports several video modes. If you do not use the best mode for the monitor, the display image may look slightly “fuzzy.” 15-inch monitor Mode Mode name and resolution VGA 720 × 400 VGA 640 × 480 VESA 640 ×...
  • Page 22: Power Management

    Use these conventions and the power can be reduced to the following levels: VESA State Active Off To “wake” the monitor when it is in Active Off mode, move the mouse or press any keyboard key. Access the power management options in the Control Panel to change the period of time after which the monitor enters these low power states.
  • Page 23: Maintenance

    ■ Keep the monitor out of direct sunlight. To clean the monitor, use a soft cloth slightly moistened with water only. Wipe the cabinet, screen, and controls. Do not use any type of abrasive pad or glass cleaner. You will Caution permanently scratch the screen.
  • Page 24: No Picture

    Input ■ Make sure that the power cord is connected correctly to both the back of the monitor and the wall outlet. For more information about connecting the power cord, see “Connecting the monitor” on page 2.
  • Page 25: Picture Has Shadows Or "Ghosts

    This condition is normal and inherent in the TFT technology used in active-matrix LCD screens. eMachines’ inspection standards keep these to a minimum. If you feel these pixels are unacceptably numerous or dense on your display, contact eMachines Customer Care to identify whether a repair or replacement is justified based on the number of pixels affected.
  • Page 26: Specifications

    Specifications Specifications are subject to change without notice or obligation. Many products for eMachines and its subsidiaries are custom engineered by our suppliers to eMachines’ specifications and may vary from similarly marketed products. 15-inch monitor Panel size Panel type Pixel resolution...
  • Page 27: 17-Inch Monitor

    17-inch monitor Panel size Panel type Pixel resolution Pixel pitch Aspect ratio Brightness and contrast ratio Viewing angles Response time Lamp type/life Colors OSD languages Connections and inputs Cables Power consumption Power input Power management Certifications Wall mount bracket Dimensions...
  • Page 28 www.gateway.com...
  • Page 29: Safety, Regulatory, And Legal Information

    Chapter 1 Safety, Regulatory, and Legal Safety information ■ Regulatory statements ■ Notices ■ Information...
  • Page 30: Important Safety Information

    Important safety information Your eMachines product is designed and tested to meet the latest standards for safety of information technology equipment. However, to ensure safe use of this product, it is important that the safety instructions marked on the product and in the documentation are followed.
  • Page 31 Do not expose the monitor to rain or use near water. If the monitor does get exposed to moisture, unplug it and allow it to dry for 24 hours. Call eMachines Customer Care for advice on whether the monitor is safe to turn back on.
  • Page 32: Environmental Information

    ■ In some cases, your “end of life” product may be “traded in” for credit towards the purchase of new eMachines equipment. Call eMachines to see if this program is available in your area. ■...
  • Page 33: Regulatory Compliance Statements

    (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Changes or modifications not expressly approved by eMachines Caution could void the FCC compliance and negate your authority to operate the product.
  • Page 34: Epa Energy Star

    Classe B prescrites dans le règlement sur le brouillage radioélectrique édicté par Industrie Canada. EPA ENERGY STAR As an ENERGY STAR STAR guidelines for energy efficiency when used with a computer equipped with a Display Power Management System. ENERGY STAR ® Partner, eMachines has determined that this product meets the ENERGY www.gateway.com...
  • Page 35 In the interest of continued product development, eMachines reserves the right to make improvements in this manual and the products it describes at any time, without notices or obligation.
  • Page 38 MAN MON EM 15/17/19T4 USR GDE R1 3/05...

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