Getting Started; Package Contents; Precautions - ViewSonic GS815 User Manual

Getting Started

Congratulations on your purchase of a ViewSonic GS815 color monitor.
Important! Save the original box and all packing material for future shipping needs.
This product was designed for operation in the magnetic fields of the
NOTE:
hemisphere where it was purchased. Also, the word "Windows" in this user guide
refers to the following Microsoft
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Windows 2000 , Windows NT

Package Contents

Your ViewSonic GS815 package includes:
• ViewSonic GS815 monitor
• DB-15 video cable (unattached)
• Power cord
• Setup guide
• ViewSonic Wizard CD-ROM (including User Guide PDF files and INF/ICM
Display Optimization files)
NOTE: The supplied 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.
• For CD-ROM: Insert the CD-ROM into your system, wait for it to auto-start,
select "Monitor Drivers," and follow the on-screen instructions.
• For diskette: Insert the diskette into your system, run install.exe, and follow
the on-screen instructions.

Precautions

• For best viewing conditions sit at least 18"
from the monitor.
• AVOID TOUCHING THE SCREEN WITH
YOUR FINGERS. Oils from the skin are
difficult to remove.
• NEVER REMOVE THE REAR COVER.
The monitor contains high-voltage parts.
You may suffer serious injury if you touch
these parts.
• Avoid exposing the monitor to direct
sunlight or another heat source. The monitor
should be facing away from direct sunlight
to reduce glare.
• Always handle your monitor with care when
moving it.
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operating systems: Windows
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(4.0).
• Choose a well ventilated area to position
your monitor. Do not place anything on the
monitor that prevents adequate dissipation of
heat.
• Ensure the area around the monitor is clean
and free of moisture.
• Keep the monitor away from magnets,
motors, transformers, speakers, and
televisions.
• Do not place heavy objects on the monitor,
video cable, or power cord.
• If smoke, abnormal noise, or strange odor is
present, immediately switch the monitor off
and call your dealer or ViewSonic. It is
dangerous to continue using the monitor.
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