Gateway FHD2102 User Manual
Gateway FHD2102 User Manual

Gateway FHD2102 User Manual

21.5-inch widescreen lcd monitor

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  • Page 1 FHD2102 21.5-inch Widescreen LCD Monitor USERGUIDE ®...
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents Chapter 1: Using Your Gateway Flat-Panel Monitor ....1 Connecting the monitor ........... . 2 Connecting video inputs .
  • Page 4 Contents...
  • Page 5: Chapter 1: Using Your Gateway Flat-Panel Monitor

    CHAPTER Using Your Gateway Flat-Panel Monitor • Connecting the monitor • Adjusting the angle • Starting the monitor • Adjusting monitor settings • Changing Windows screen settings • Power management • Maintenace • Troubleshooting • FAQs • Specifications...
  • Page 6: Connecting The Monitor

    Connecting video inputs To connect video sources to your monitor: Position your computer and the monitor so you can reach the back of each. Connect the blue VGA video cable to the blue VGA video connector under the back of the display.
  • Page 7: Connecting Audio Input (Only For Vga/Dvi Input)

    Connecting audio input (only for VGA/DVI input) To connect audio source to your monitor: Position your computer and the monitor so you can reach the back of each. Connect the audio cable to the green audio connector under the back of the display.
  • Page 8: Connecting Usb Cables

    USB ports can be much easier to access. To use the monitor’s USB ports, you must first connect the monitor to a USB port on your computer. Because the USB hub uses power from the monitor, it does not require its own power connection.
  • Page 9: Card Reader

    Card Reader The Card reader is on the left hand side of the monitor as shown and supports In order to use the card reader, your monitor needs to be connected to your computer using the supplied USB A-B cable.
  • Page 10: Connecting A Security Cable

    CHAPTER 1: Using Your Gateway Flat-Panel Monitor Connecting a security cable You can secure your monitor to your computer desk (or to another heavy object) with a cable lock. To connect a cable lock, follow the cable lock’s instructions to connect it to the Kensington lock slot at the back of your monitor (cable lock not included).
  • Page 11: Adjusting The Angle

    Turning on the monitor To start the monitor: Press the power button on the right hand side of the monitor. The power LED on the front panel close to the power button changes from purple (off) to blue (on). Turn on your computer. After your computer is running, the power LED on the monitor’s power button should be blue.
  • Page 12: Adjusting Monitor Settings

    The main menu lets you precisely adjust all levels of settings. Using the shortcut menu To use the shortcut menu: Press the lit button on the front of your monitor. The rest of the button icons light up and the shortcut menu opens. •...
  • Page 13: Using The Main Menu

    Using the main menu To use the main menu: Press the lit button on the front of your monitor. The rest of the button icons light up and the shortcut menu opens. Press (Main Menu). The main menu opens. While the OSD is active, onscreen labels appear next to the buttons to help you identify them.
  • Page 14 1920 × 1080 resolution. If you prefer using your monitor at a resolution less than 1920 × 1080, use this option to turn off the Resolution Reminder. For information on changing your computer’s display resolution, see Windows screen settings”...
  • Page 15: 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 16: Video Modes

    CHAPTER 1: Using Your Gateway Flat-Panel Monitor 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 (active dot) frequency (kHz) 640x480 31.469...
  • Page 17: Power Management

    Click/Double-click Power Options. The Power Options Properties dialog box opens. Click Turn off monitor to open the list of values for this setting, then click the amount of time you want to wait for the monitor to change to Standby mode.
  • Page 18: Troubleshooting

    If you have problems with the monitor, the information in this troubleshooting section may help you solve them. 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, on page No picture •...
  • Page 19: Picture Has Shadows Or "Ghosts

    This condition is normal and inherent in the TFT technology used in active-matrix LCD screens. Gateway’s inspection standards keep these to a minimum. If you feel these pixels are unacceptably numerous or dense on your display, contact Gateway Customer Care to identify whether a repair or replacement is justified based on the number of pixels affected.
  • Page 20: How To

    Make sure that your video card can display at 1920 × 1080 resolution. • This may be caused by older video drivers on your computer. See the Gateway support Web site (support.gateway.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 drivers.
  • Page 21: Video/Display

    For example, while watching a movie on a HDCP-enabled DVD player, you change the receiving device (DTV, monitor, or projector) input to watch broadcast TV, then change the input back to watch the DVD movie. However, you are unable to watch the movie. This is because when the input was changed, the receiver lost the HDCP signal.
  • Page 22: Specifications

    CHAPTER 1: Using Your Gateway Flat-Panel Monitor Specifications Specifications are subject to change without notice or obligation. Many products for Gateway and its subsidiaries are custom engineered by our suppliers to Gateway specifications and may vary from similarly marketed products.
  • Page 23: Appendix A: Safety, Regulatory, And Legal Information

    APPENDIX Safety, Regulatory, and Legal • Important safety information • Environmental information • Regulatory compliance statements • Notices Information...
  • Page 24 Do not spill anything on the system. The best way to avoid spills is to avoid eating and drinking near your system. 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.
  • Page 25: Environmental Information

    When your electrical or electronic equipment is no longer useful to you, “take it back” to your local or regional waste collection administration for recycling. In some cases, your “end of life” product may be “traded in” for credit towards the purchase of new Gateway equipment. Call Gateway to see if this program is available in your area.
  • Page 26: Fcc Declaration Of Conformity

    Due to continuing system improvements, Gateway is not responsible for inaccurate information which may appear in this manual. For the latest product updates, consult the Gateway Web site at www.gateway.com. In no event will Gateway be liable for direct, indirect, special, exemplary, incidental, or consequential damages resulting from any defect or omission in this manual, even if advised of the possibility of such damages.
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