OSD and Power Lock Settings ... 7 Adjusting the Screen Image ... 8 Main Menu Controls ... 9 Other Information Specifications ... 14 Troubleshooting... 15 Customer Support ... 16 Cleaning the LCD Display ... 17 Limited Warranty ... 18 ViewSonic VG712b/VG712s...
CE Conformity for European Countries CE Conformity 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 VG712b/VG712s...
NERGY Disclaimer: ViewSonic Corporation shall not be liable for technical or editorial errors or omissions contained herein; nor for incidental or consequential damages resulting from furnishing this material, or the performance or use of this product.
PDF files and INF/ICM display optimization files. The INF file 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.
NOTE: Windows 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 computers CD drive. Follow the on-screen instructions. If your computer does not have a CD-ROM drive, see “Customer Support”...
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:...
LCD display’s power will automatically turn ON when power is restored. • Power Button Unlock: Press and hold [1] and the down arrow ViewSonic VG712b/VG712s for 10 seconds. If any buttons are again for 10 seconds.
Decreases or increases volume Audio Mute button turns the sound off ViewSonic VG712b/VG712s Main Menu with OnView controls Front Control Panel shown below in detail Speaker Scrolls through menu options and adjusts the displayed control.
(The black border around the edge of the screen should barely touch the illuminated “active area” of the LCD display.) ViewSonic VG712b/VG712s to scroll up or down the Main Menu. The command line at the bottom of the control screen tells what to do next from this screen.
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(white level). Brightness adjusts background black level of the screen image. Input Select toggles between inputs if you have more than one computer connected to the VG712b/VG712s. Audio Adjust Volume increases the volume, decreases the volume, and mutes the audio.
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Information displays the timing mode (video signal input) coming from the graphics card in your computer, the LCD model number, the serial number, and the ViewSonic website URL. See your graphic cards user guide for instructions on changing the resolution and refresh rate (vertical frequency).
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Sharpness adjusts the clarity and focus of the screen image. Setup menu displays the menu shown below: Language allows you to choose the language used in the menus and control screens. Resolution Notice allows you to enable or disable this notice. ViewSonic VG712b/VG712s...
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OSD Background On/Off allows you to turn the On-Screen Display background On or Off. Memory Recall returns the adjustments back to factory settings if the display is operating in a factory Preset Timing Mode listed in the Specifications of this manual. ViewSonic VG712b/VG712s...
Preset Timing Mode (pre-adjusted to VESA 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 adapter, contact ViewSonic. ViewSonic VG712b/VG712s 17”...
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 for a non-DDC adapter. Control buttons do not work • Press only one button at a time.
Singapore, Southeast Asia, www.viewsonic.com.sg and India South Africa and www.viewsonic.com other countries Hong Kong www.hk.viewsonic.com ViewSonic VG712b/VG712s T = Telephone Email F = FAX T= (800) 688 6688 service.us@viewsonic.com F= (909) 468 1202 T= (886) 463 4775 service.ca@viewsonic.com F= (909) 468 1202 T= (0800) 833 648 service.eu@viewsoniceurope.com...
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. ViewSonic VG712b/VG712s...
How long the warranty is effective: ViewSonic LCD displays are warranted for three (3) years for all parts including the light source and three (3) years for all labor from the date of the first consumer purchase. Who the warranty protects: This warranty is valid only for the first consumer purchaser.