Adjusting the Screen Image ...7 Main Menu Controls ...9 Other Information Specifications ...12 Troubleshooting...13 Customer Support ...14 Cleaning the LCD Display ...15 Limited Warranty ...16 Appendix Safety Guidelines ...17 Compliance Information for U.S.A...18 CE Conformity for Europe ...18 06/12/03 E ViewSonic VG500/VG500b...
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NOTE: Guide PDF files and INF/ICM display optimization files. The INF files ensures compatibility with Windows operating systems, and the ICM file (Image Color Matching) ensures accurate on-screen colors. ViewSonic recommends that you install both files. Precautions • Sit at least 18" from your LCD display display display.
NOTE: Windows 95, 98 or 2000 users may receive a message asking them to install the INF file. This is on the CD. 4 Insert the ViewSonic Wizard CD into the computer’s CD drive • Follow the on-screen instructions Audio IN...
Installation of Wall Mount (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: Disconnect Power.
LCD display’s power will automatically turn ON when power is restored. • Power Button Unlock: Press and hold [1] and the down arrow 10 seconds. ® ▲ for 10 seconds. If any ▲ again for 10 seconds. ▼ for 10 ▼ ViewSonic VG500/VG500b controls again for...
Contrast adjustment control screen. ViewSonic ® Displays the control screen for the highlighted control. Also toggles between two controls on some screens. Also a shortcut to Auto Image Adjust. Power light Green = ON Orange = Power Saving Power On/Off VG500/VG500b...
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LCD display.) The line at the bottom of the screen tells you what you can do next: Exit this menu or Select the control that is highlighted. ▲ ▼ to scroll up or down ▲ ▼ or down buttons. ViewSonic VG500/VG500b...
When you are finished making all color adjustments, press button [1] twice. automatically sizes, centers, and fine tunes adjusts background black level of the screen image. provides several color options: preset color ▲ ViewSonic ▲ ▼ and down buttons. ▼ VG500/VG500b...
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Language and control screens. displays the recommended resolution for this Resolution Notice LCD display. Enable allows the Resolution Notice to appear on-screen. Disable will not allow the Resolution Notice to appear on- screen. ViewSonic VG500/VG500b...
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Memory Recall returns adjustments to the original factory settings if the display is operating in a factory Preset Timing Mode listed in this user guide. Exception: This control does not effect changes made with the Custom User Color control. ViewSonic VG500/VG500b...
Warning: Do not set the graphics card in your computer to exceed these refresh rates; doing so may result in permanent damage to the LCD display. Macintosh computers older than G3 require a ViewSonic contact ViewSonic. 15" (full 15" viewable diagonal area), TFT (Thin Film Transistor), Active Matrix XGA LCD, 0.297 mm pixel pitch...
Loose or broken pins in the cable connector could cause an improper connection. • Connect the LCD display to another computer. • If you have an older graphics card, contact ViewSonic adapter. Control buttons do not work •...
LCD display screen or case. Some chemical cleaners have been reported to damage the screen and/or case of the LCD display. ViewSonic will not be liable for damage resulting from use of any ammonia or alcohol-based cleaners.
If a product proves to be defective in material or workmanship during the warranty period, ViewSonic will, at its sole option, repair or replace the product with a like product. Replacement product or parts may include remanufactured or refurbished parts or components.
If you have any questions concerning which proper power cord to use, please consult with the dealer from whom you have purchased the product. Switzerland ... SEV Britain ... BASE/BS Japan ... Electric Appliance Control Act Figure A2 Maximum Current Rating of Unit 10 Amps 12 Amps 12 Amps 10 Amps 12 Amps ViewSonic VG500/VG500b...
CE Conformity for Europe The device complies with the requirements of the EEC directive 89/336/EEC as amended by 92/31/EEC and 93/68/EEC Art.5 with regard to “Electromagnetic compatibility”, and 73/23/EEC as amended by 93/68/EEC Art.13 with regard to “Safety”. ViewSonic VG500/VG500b...