Safety information General Safety guidelines For tips to help you use your computer safely, go to: http://www.lenovo.com/safety Before installing this product, read the Safety Information. í í í LS2421p Wide Flat Panel Monitor User’s Guide...
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 include the following items: •...
Product overview This section will provide information on adjusting monitor positions, setting user controls, and using the cable lock slot. Adjusting the tilt The illustration below shows the tile range of the monitor. For more information, see "Positioning your monitor"on page 2-1. Monitor controls Your monitor has controls on the front which are used to adjust the display.
Cable lock slot Your monitor is equipped with a cable lock slot located on the rear of your monitor (in the lower position). Setting up your monitor This section provides information on how to set up your monitor. Connecting and turning on your monitor Note: Be sure to read the Safety information located on page iii before carrying out this procedure.
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Connect the analog signal cable to the video port on the back of the computer. Note: One end of the signal cable is already pre-attached to your monitor. Connect one end of the HDMI cable to the monitor HDMI connector and the other end to the computer if it has one HDMI output connector.
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Plug the speaker's audio cable to audio jack of the monitor and the other end on the external speaker audio in jack. Note: The audio output only for HDMI mode. Insert the power cord into the monitor, then plug the monitor power cord and the computer cord into grounded electrical outlets.
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For more detailed information on any of these topics, visit the Healthy Computing Web site at: http://www.lenovo.com/healthycomputing/. Arranging your work area Use a work surface of appropriate height and available working area to allow you to work in comfort.
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Adjusting your monitor image This section describes the control features 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...
Using the On-Screen Display (OSD) controls To adjust the settings, the user controls can be viewed through the OSD. Brightness/Contrast Brightness Contrast Exit Left Right To use the controls: Press to open the main OSD menu. to move among the icons. Select an icon and press to access that function.
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Table 2-2. OSD functions Controls and Controls and OSD Icon on Main Adjustments Adjustments Menu Submenu Description (Analog) (HDMI) Adjusts overall brightness Same as Analog Brightness Brightness/ Adjusts difference between Contrast light and dark areas Contrast Moves the image left or right. Controls Locked - not required for Horizontal Position...
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Table 2-2. OSD functions Controls and Controls and OSD Icon on Main Adjustments Adjustments Menu Submenu Description (Analog) (HDMI) • Selects type of scaled image Same as Analog • Original AR: same aspect ratio with input Scaling signal • Full Screen: expand image to full screen Screen prioritization NOVO VISION Shows resolution, refresh rate, and product details.
Selecting a supported 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 image setup and the image controls.
Understanding power management Power management is invoked when the computer recognizes that you have not used your mouse or keyboard for a user-definable period. There are several states as described in the table below. For optimal performance, switch off your monitor at the end of each working day, or whenever you expect to leave it unused for long periods during the day.
Caring for your monitor Be sure to turn off the power before you perform any maintenance on the monitor. Do not: • Apply water or liquid directly to your monitor. • Use solvents or abrasives. • Use flammable cleaning materials to clean your monitor or any other electrical equipment.
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Step 3: Revolve the monitor VESA cover and stand, refer to "Detaching the monitor hinge cover and stand" insure that it is parallel to top of the back side. Step 4: Attach the mounting bracket from the VESA compatible wall mounting kit (100mm x100mm distance), VESA Mounting Screw M4 x 10 mm.
Chapter 3. Reference information This section contains monitor specifications, instructions to manually install the monitor driver, troubleshooting information, and service information. Monitor specifications Table 3-1. Monitor specifications for type-model LS2421pwA Dimensions Height 411.0 mm (16.18 in.) Depth 180.0 mm (7.09 in.) Width 570.0 mm (22.44 in.) Stand...
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Table 3-1. Monitor specifications for type-model LS2421pwA Communications VESA DDC Supported Display Modes Horizontal frequency 30 kHz - 83 kHz Vertical frequency 50 Hz - 75 Hz Native Resolution 1920 x 1080 at 60 Hz Temperature Operating 0 to 40 C (32 to 104 F) Storage -20...
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...
Table 3-2. Troubleshooting Problem Possible cause Suggested action Reference The power The video signal cable Be sure the video cable is "Connecting and indicator is is loose or connected with the system turning on your orange, but there disconnected from the properly.
Note: On LCD monitors, unlike CRTs, a faster refresh rate does not improve display quality. Lenovo recommends using either 1920 x 1080 at a refresh rate of 60 Hz, or 640 x 480 at a refresh rate of 60 Hz.
Note: On LCD monitors, unlike CRTs, a faster refresh rate does not improve display quality. Lenovo recommends using either 1920 x 1080 at a refresh rate of 60 Hz, or 640 x 480 at a refresh rate of 60 Hz.
Note: On LCD monitors, unlike CRT, a faster refresh rate does not improve display quality. Lenovo recommends using either 1920 x 1080 at a refresh rate of 60 Hz, or 640 x 480 at a refresh rate of 60 Hz.
•Scratches or punctures on monitor screens. Service parts The following parts are for use by Lenovo service, or Lenovo aurthorized dealers, to supprot the customer warranty. Parts are for service use only. The table below shows information for model 4015-LS1.
Installation and configuration support through the Customer Support Center will be available until 90 days after the option has been withdrawn from marketing. After that time, the support is cancelled, or made available for a fee, at Lenovo’s discretion. Additional support is also available for a nominal fee.
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001-800-220-1830 (Spanish) Nicaragua Warranty service and support: 8152-1550 (Norwegian) Norway Lenovo Customer Support Center: 001-866-434-2080 (Toll Free) 206-6047 Panama (Spanish) 0-800-50-866 (Spanish) Peru 1800-1601-0033 (English, Filipino) Philippines +48-22-878-6999 (Polski) Poland +351-21-892-7046 (Portuguese) Portugal +4-021-224-4015 Romania Moscow: +7-(495)-258-6300 Toll Free: +8-800-200-6300...
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Appendix C. USB Hub description This section gives you information about the USB ports that are available on your monitor. Note: This monitor supports High-Speed Certified USB 2.0 interface Transfer speed Data Rate Power Consumption High speed 480 Mbps 2.5W (Max.,each port) Full speed 12 Mbps 2.5W (Max.,each port)