Table of Contents
Advertisement
Advertisement
Table of Contents
Related Manuals for Gateway FPD1975W
Summary of Contents for Gateway FPD1975W
- Page 1 FPD1975W 19-INCH WIDESCREEN LCD MONITOR USERGUIDE ®...
-
Page 3: Table Of Contents
Adjusting monitor tilt tension ........ - Page 4 Contents...
-
Page 5: Chapter 1: Using Your Gateway Flat-Panel Monitor
CHAPTER Using Your Gateway Flat-panel 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 • Power management •... -
Page 6: Connecting The Monitor
To connect the monitor: Place the monitor base on a table top, then slide the monitor neck down onto the base until it clicks into place. You may need to press the two buttons on the base to let the monitor slide on smoothly. - Page 7 If your computer has a digital video connector (DVI), connect a white DVI video cable (available in the U.S. at www.gateway.com) to the white connector under the back of the display. Although a standard DVI cable is acceptable, we recommend using the right-angle cable (available in the U.S.
-
Page 8: Setting Up The Optional Stand
Setting up the optional stand Attaching the USB stand In the United States, you can buy an adjustable USB stand from www.gateway.com. The stand can be adjusted for height, tilt, and screen rotation. When connected to your computer’s USB port, you can connect up to four USB devices to the USB 2.0 ports on the stand. - Page 9 Place the hinge cover over the hinge. The hinge cover came with your optional stand. Attach the hinge cover using the screw you removed from the original neck hinge. Remove the four small screws from the back of the LCD panel. Do not discard the four screws.
- Page 10 Tighten the thumbscrew with your fingers (or a flat screwdriver) under the base to secure the neck into place. 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.
-
Page 11: Adjusting Monitor Height Tension
You also need to adjust the stand if the amounts of force required to raise and lower the monitor are not equal. To adjust your monitor’s height tension: Press the screwdriver access hole cap from below the base to remove it from the base. -
Page 12: 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 13: Connecting The Usb Hub
USB hub operates in USB 1.1 mode. To provide full power to your stand’s USB ports, connect the AC power adapter to the power connector on the back of your USB stand and into an AC power outlet. www.gateway.com USB In port Power connector... -
Page 14: Setting Up The Optional Speaker Bar
Setting up the optional speaker bar Bass port Installing the speaker bar To install the speaker bar: When using the speaker bar with a DVI connection, we recommend that you use the right-angle DVI cable so the speaker bar does not obstruct the cable. Tilt the screen back, then center the speaker bar below the screen. -
Page 15: Starting The Monitor
Important The appearance of your monitor may vary from that shown. Press the power button on the front of monitor. The power LED on the power button turns Turn on your computer. After your computer is running, the power LED on the monitor’s power button should be blue. -
Page 16: Adjusting Monitor Settings
After you see the Windows desktop, press the Auto button on the right side of the monitor to automatically adjust your display image to the ideal settings. Use the on-screen display (OSD) to adjust other monitor settings. For more information, “Adjusting monitor settings”... -
Page 17: On-Screen Display Options
(up) and Theme (down) buttons to highlight a setting, then press the (up) and Theme (down) buttons to adjust the setting to the desired level or Description Auto—Automatically adjusts your monitor to its optimum settings. Picture—Opens the Picture menu, where you can adjust brightness, contrast, and gamma. - Page 18 1440 × 900, displays a reminder that you should change your computer’s settings to use the optimum 1440 × 900 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 19: 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 20 Video games or other full-screen applications may not be fully compatible. • Some programs are not able to recognize and adapt to your monitor’s portrait mode. If you experience problems with a program while using portrait mode, switch to landscape...
-
Page 21: 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 www.gateway.com Mode name and Horizontal resolution frequency (kHz) VGA 640 × 350 31.469 VGA 640 ×... -
Page 22: Power Management
VESA state Active Off To “wake” the monitor when it is in Active Off mode, move the mouse or press any keyboard key. Access the power management options in the Control Panel to change the period of time after which the monitor enters these low power states. -
Page 23: No Power
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 on page Display colors are wrong • Press the Auto button to automatically adjust the display image to the ideal settings. -
Page 24: Image Is Not Sized Or Centered Correctly
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 25: Specifications
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. Panel size Panel type Pixel resolution Pixel pitch... - Page 26 CHAPTER 1: Using Your Gateway Flat-panel Monitor...
-
Page 27: Appendix A Legal Notices
APPENDIX • 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
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 30: 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. - Page 32 MAN FPD1975W USR GDE R2 1/07...