Lenovo ThinkVision C170 User Manual

Lenovo thinkvision c170: user guide

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ThinkVision
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Color Monitor

C170
English
User's Guide

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  • Page 1: Color Monitor

    ThinkVision ® Color Monitor C170 English User's Guide...
  • Page 2 Second Edition (July 2005) Note : For important information, refer to the Monitor Safety, Troubleshooting, and Warranty booklet that comes with this monitor.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Safety (Read first)...2 Setting up the monitor ...3 Product Description...3 Workplace preparation ...3 Working Practices ...4 Caring for your Monitor ...4 Connecting your Monitor...5 Switching on your Monitor...6 Device Driver Installation...7 Windows 95/98 ...7 Windows 2000/Me...8 Windows XP ...9 Adjusting Your Monitor...10 User controls...10...
  • Page 5: Setting Up The Monitor

    - Choose a position that gives the least reflection from lights and windows, usually at a right angle to any windows. - Position the monitor directly in front of you so that you do not have to twist your body to use it.
  • Page 6: Working Practices

    • Remove finger marks and grease with a damp cloth and mild detergent. • Never use flammable cleaning materials to clean your Lenovo monitor or • Do not rub, touch, or tap the surface of the screen with sharp or abrasive •...
  • Page 7: Connecting Your Monitor

    2. Connect the signal cable. 3. Connect the power cord to the monitor and then plug the power cord into a properly grounded outlet. Next, reconnect the power cord(s) to your computer and all attached devices.
  • Page 8: Switching On Your Monitor

    Switching on your Monitor 1. Switch on your computer. 2. Switch on your monitor by pushing and releasing the power switch marked [ at the front of the bezel. [To switch off your monitor, push and release the power switch again.] 3.
  • Page 9: Device Driver Installation

    1. Turn off the computer and all attached devices. 2. Ensure that the monitor is connected correctly. 3. Turn on the monitor and then the system unit. Allow your computer to start the Windows 95 or Windows 98 operating system.
  • Page 10: Windows 2000/Me

    1. Turn off the computer and all attached devices. 2. Ensure that the monitor is connected correctly. 3. Turn on the monitor and then the system unit. Allow your computer to 4. Open the Display Properties window by clicking Start, Settings, 5.
  • Page 11 1. Turn off the computer and all attached devices. 2. Ensure that the monitor is connected correctly. 3. Turn on the monitor and then the system unit. Allow your computer to start the Windows XP operating system. 4. Open the Display Properties window by clicking Start, Settings, Control Panel and then double - clicking on the Display icon.
  • Page 12: Adjusting Your Monitor

    Adjusting Your Monitor User controls USER CONTROL FEATURES The image is already optimized for many display modes, however the user controls can be used to adjust the image to your liking. The settings are saved after adjustment and when exiting the OSD and will be effective thereafter.
  • Page 13: On-Screen Display (Osd) Controls

    Thus, to achieve Initial appearance of OSD more accurate adjustments for main menu; parameters, allow the LCD monitor to warm up (be On) for at least 15 minutes before making any screen adjustment. OSD functions OSD Icon...
  • Page 14 OSD Icon Horizontal Image Position Position/Size Vertical Position Horizontal Size Vertical Size Rotation Parallelogram Image Shape Trapezoid Pincushion Pincushion Balance Geometry Reset Description Moves the screen left and right . Moves the screen up and down. Adjusts image width Adjusts image height Turns image clockwise or counterclockwise To correctly adjust the skew of the...
  • Page 15 OSD Icon Select from standard white colors. Preset Color Color Adjusts Red, Green and Blue intensity User Color Point Resets custom color to original value Reset Custom Color Display the detailed information of resolution, model name and microcode. Information Options The language chosen affects only the language of the OSD.
  • Page 16 (apart from language which should not change unless adjusted via the LANGUAGE menu) to their factory presets. Changes the position of the OSD on the screen. Select the monitor input signal level. Exits from current OSD menu. Controls and Sub-menu(s) Adjustments • YES •...
  • Page 17: Further Information

    Further Information The display mode the monitor uses is controlled by the computer. Therefore, Display modes refer to your computer documentation for details on how to change display modes. If possible, configure your computer for 1024 x 768 addressability at 85Hz vertical refresh rate.
  • Page 18: Power Management

    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.
  • Page 19: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting If you have a problem setting up or using your monitor, you may be able to solve it yourself. Before calling your retailer or Lenovo, try the suggested actions that are appropriate to your problem. Problem Screen is blank and power indicator is off.
  • Page 20 Possible Problem Cause CHECK The monitor is SIGNAL CABLE not receiving a message is video signal shown and power indicator is steady green. Image appears The color setting to be discolored may be incorrect. Suggested Action • Check that the signal cable is firmly connected to the computer.
  • Page 21: Help And Service Information

    If you are unable to correct the problem yourself, you may seek further help as follows: Call CUSTOMER SUPPORT CENTER. In other countries contact your dealer, retailer, or other Lenovo authorized If possible, stay by your computer. Your Technical Servicer.
  • Page 22: Specifications

    Specifications This color monitor (Type-model 6737-X6X) uses a 17-inch FLAT CDT. Power consumption figures are for the monitor and the Diemension power supply combined. Weight Image Power Input Power Consumption Video Input Sync Input Communications Supported Display Modes Environment Height: 430.0 mm (16.93 inch)
  • Page 23: Service Information

    Service Information The following parts are for use by Lenovo service, or Lenovo authorized dealers, to support the customer warranty. Parts are for service use only. 40Y6828 40Y6829 40Y6830 40Y6831 40Y6832 40Y6833 40Y6883 40Y6884 Model Type 6737 Video Description US,CAN,EMEA...
  • Page 24: Notices And Trademarks

    The result obtained in other operating environments may vary. Lenovo may use or distribute any of the information you supply in any way it believes appropriate without incurring any obligation to you.
  • Page 25 Microsoft, Windows, and Windows NT are trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States, other countries, of both. Other company, product, and service names may be trademarks or service marks of other. © Copyright Lenovo 2005; portion (c) IBM Corp. 2004. All rights reserved.

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