eMachines E22T6W User Manual

eMachines E22T6W User Manual

Emachines e22t6w: user guide

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

    Contents Using Your eMachines Flat-Panel Monitor ......1 Unpacking the monitor ........... . . 2 Connecting the monitor .
  • Page 4 Contents...
  • Page 5: Using Your Emachines Flat-Panel Monitor

    Using Your eMachines Flat-Panel Monitor • Unpacking the monitor • Connecting the monitor • Setting up the optional stand • Setting up the optional speaker bar • Starting the monitor • Adjusting monitor settings • Changing Windows screen settings •...
  • Page 6: Unpacking The Monitor

    To attach the base: Slide the monitor’s neck onto the base. Place the monitor face-down on a stable, soft (non-marring) surface. A non-slip mat on a tabletop is ideal. Let the monitor neck hang down over the edge of the table.
  • Page 7: Connecting Video Inputs

    Connecting video inputs To connect video sources to your monitor: Position your computer and the monitor so you can reach the back of each. When using the optional speaker bar (described in “Setting up the optional speaker bar” on page 11), we recommend that you use the included right-angle VGA cable for the video connection so the speaker bar does not obstruct the cable.
  • Page 8: Connecting Power

    Connecting power To connect power: Position your monitor so you can reach the back, then connect the power cord to the power connector under the back of the monitor. Plug the power cord into a correctly grounded power outlet. We recommend using a surge...
  • Page 9: Connecting A Security Cable

    Connecting a security cable You can secure your monitor to your computer desk (or to another heavy object) with a cable lock (such as a Kensington™ lock). To connect a cable lock, follow the cable lock’s instructions to connect it to the lock slot on the back of your monitor (cable lock not included).
  • Page 10 Remove the four small screws from the back of the LCD panel. Save the four screws. Screw Screw Slide the adjustable stand’s neck onto the base. Tighten the thumbscrew under the base with your fingers (or a flat screwdriver) under the base to secure the neck into place.
  • Page 11 With the stand facing you, press the mounting bracket lever to the left and hold it, then remove the bracket from the stand. Attach the bracket to the LCD panel using the four screws you removed previously. Slide the neck’s bracket slot onto the bracket’s mounting tab.
  • Page 12: Adjusting Monitor Height Tension

    Adjusting monitor height tension The stand is factory adjusted to maintain the height for your monitor. However, if it does not stay in place when you let go, you need to change the stand’s height tension. You also need to adjust the stand if the amounts of force required to raise and lower the monitor are not equal.
  • Page 13: Adjusting Monitor Tilt Tension

    (on the back of the stand, in the slot above the USB In port). Adjust the height tension screw so the monitor stays in place when you let go. If the monitor lowers by itself when you let go, turn the screw clockwise several complete turns. If the monitor rises when you let go, turn the screw counter-clockwise several complete turns.
  • Page 14: Connecting The Usb Hub

    Ergonomic guidelines The recommended screen positioning is based upon the following guildelines. These guidelines are based on available scientific literature and published standards. Screen height The recommended screen height for displays (except in special circumstances, such as for bifocal use) is that the top of the display should be set at or slightly below (about 1 inch or 25 mm) your eye level while you are sitting in a comfortable working posture.
  • Page 15: Setting Up The Optional Speaker Bar

    Connect the speaker bar’s USB power cord to any available USB port on your computer. Connect the speaker bar’s headphone (green) and microphone (pink) cables to your computer’s headphone and microphone jacks. If your computer is not already on, turn it on. www.emachines.com Power/Volume control Power indicator Microphone jack Headphone jack...
  • Page 16: 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 blue. If a video signal is not detected for several seconds, the power LED changes from blue (on) to orange (standby).
  • Page 17: Adjusting Monitor Settings

    The monitor saves changes you make to the settings, even if you turn off the monitor. Your monitor has two levels of menus, and the functionality of the touch buttons depends on the menu that is currently open: •...
  • Page 18: Using The Main Menu

    To use an eTouch button, lightly touch it. For adjusting a setting’s values, you can touch and hold the buttons as you would press and hold conventional buttons. • Touch connected to your monitor. (When only one video source is connected, you do not need to select the source.) • Touch (Available only in VGA mode.)
  • Page 19: Osd Menus

    1680 × 1050, displays a reminder that you should change your computer’s settings to use the optimum 1680 × 1050 resolution. If you prefer using your monitor at a resolution less than that, use this option to turn off the Resolution Reminder. For information on changing your computer’s display resolution, see...
  • Page 20: Changing Windows Screen Settings

    You can also adjust settings such as the screen background and screen saver. Changing color depth and screen resolution Color depth and screen resolution are two of the most basic monitor settings you may need to change to suit your needs.
  • Page 21: Power Management

    Use these conventions and the power can be reduced to the following levels: VESA State Standby To “wake” the monitor when it is in Standby/Active Off mode, move the mouse or press any keyboard key. You can change the monitor’s power management settings using the Windows Control Panel.
  • Page 22: Troubleshooting

    No power • 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 monitor” on page No picture •...
  • Page 23: Picture Has Shadows Or "Ghosts

    Make sure that your video card can display at 1680 × 1050 resolution. • This may be caused by older video drivers on your computer. See the eMachines support Web site (www.emachines.com) for updated video drivers for your computer. You can also go directly to your video card’s support Web site for the most up-to-date video...
  • Page 24: The Monitor Has Pixels That Are Always Dark Or Too Bright

    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 25: 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. Connections and inputs www.emachines.com Panel size 22 inches (diagonal)
  • Page 26: 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.” Mode Resolution Horizontal frequency (kHz) 720 × 400 31.469 640 × 480 31.469 640 × 480 37.9...
  • Page 27: Appendix A: Legal Notices

    Appendix A • Important safety information • Environmental information • Regulatory compliance statements • Notices Legal Notices...
  • Page 28: Important Safety Information

    ■ 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 Gateway Customer Care for advice on whether the monitor is safe to turn back on.
  • Page 29: Recycling

    Connect the equipment to an outlet on a different circuit from that to which the receiver is connected ■ Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. Compliance Accessories: The accessories associated with this equipment are: shielded video cable. These accessories are required to be used in order to ensure compliance with FCC rules. www.emachines.com...
  • Page 30: Fcc Declaration Of Conformity

    Trademark acknowledgments Gateway and eMachines are trademarks or registered trademarks of Gateway, Inc. in the United States and other countries. All other brands and product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies.
  • Page 32 MAN E22T6W USR GDE R0 5/07...

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