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- Page 1 FHD2402 24-inch Widescreen LCD Monitor USERGUIDE ®...
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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...
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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
CHAPTER 1: Using Your Gateway Flat-Panel Monitor 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)
- OR - If your computer has a High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI), connect a HDMI cable to the black connector under the back of the display. 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. -
Page 8: Connecting Usb Cables
CHAPTER 1: Using Your Gateway Flat-Panel Monitor (Option) Connecting USB cables Your monitor has the built-in webcam, microphne, card reader and USB 2.0 hub. In order to use these devices, your monitor needs to be connected to your computer using the supplied USB A-B cable. -
Page 9: Card Reader
(Option) Card Reader The Card reader is on the left hand side of the monitor as shown and supports XD/SD/MMC/MS. Card Reader Webcam and microphone (Option) In order to use the webcam and microphone, your monitor needs to be connected to your computer using the supplied USB A-B cable. -
Page 10: Connecting The Power
CHAPTER 1: Using Your Gateway Flat-Panel Monitor Connecting the power Connect the power: Position your monitor so you can reach the back, then connect the power cord to the power connector at the back of the monitor. Plug the power cord into a correctly grounded power outlet. We recommend using a surge protector to protect your monitor from voltage spikes. -
Page 11: Basic Front View
Basic front view You monitor has many features such as: built-in webcam, microphone, card reader, USB 2.0 hub, an edge-to-edge protective layer and stylish EzTouch menu buttons (button light up for easy idendification). In order to use the webcam, microphone, card reader and hub, your monitor needs to be connected to your computer using the supplied USB A-B cable. -
Page 12: Adjusting The Angle
CHAPTER 1: Using Your Gateway Flat-Panel Monitor Adjusting the angle Ergonomic guidelines The recommended screen positioning is based upon the following guildelines. These guidelines are based on available scientific literature and published standards. Screen height The recommended screen height for displays (except in special circumstances, such as for bifocal use) is that the top of the display should be set at or slightly below (about 1 inch or 25 mm) your eye level while you are sitting in a comfortable working posture. -
Page 13: Adjusting Monitor Settings
Adjusting monitor settings Use the monitor controls (located on the monitor itself) and computer controls (accessible through Windows) to adjust the display image. For more information about computer controls, “Changing Windows screen settings” on page Using the EzTouch menu buttons This monitor features an onscreen display (OSD) and EzTouch menu buttons that let you adjust contrast, brightness, and other settings for the monitor. -
Page 14: Using The Main Menu
CHAPTER 1: Using Your Gateway Flat-Panel Monitor 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. - Page 15 OSD Menu Description Audio menu Adjusts the volume output. Advanced menu Color—Customizes the color levels. Language—Changes the language of the OSD. LED Brightness—Changes the brightness of the Standby and Power LED to Day Mode or Nite Mode. When watching movies in a darkened room, you may want to change the LED mode to Nite Mode to avoid an over-bright, distracting power LED indicator.
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Page 16: Changing Windows Screen Settings
CHAPTER 1: Using Your Gateway Flat-Panel Monitor Changing Windows screen settings Adjusting the color depth and screen area are two of the most basic display settings you may need to change. You can also adjust settings such as the screen background and screen saver. -
Page 17: 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 Resolution Horizontal Vertical (active dot) frequency (kHz) frequency (Hz) 640x480 31.469 59.941 640x480 66.66... -
Page 18: Power Management
CHAPTER 1: Using Your Gateway Flat-Panel Monitor Power management Energy declaration When connected to a computer that supports the VESA Display Power Management Signaling (DPMS) Protocol, the monitor can conserve significant energy by reducing power consumption during periods of non-use. When your computer goes into the energy saving mode, the monitor will then enter the Active Off mode (sleep). -
Page 19: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting Important Make sure that the monitor has warmed up for approximately 30 minutes before making any judgments about the picture quality. If you have problems with the monitor, the information in this troubleshooting section may help you solve them. -
Page 20: 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 21: 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 22: Video/Display
CHAPTER 1: Using Your Gateway Flat-Panel Monitor What happens if I lose signal to the display while watching a movie on a HDCP-equipped component? The component must be restarted to establish renegotiation. 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. -
Page 23: 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 24 inches (diagonal) Panel type... - Page 24 CHAPTER 1: Using Your Gateway Flat-Panel Monitor...
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Page 25: Appendix A: Safety, Regulatory, And Legal Information
APPENDIX Safety, Regulatory, and Legal Information • Important safety information • Environmental information • Regulatory compliance statements • Notices... - Page 26 Your Gateway product is designed and tested to meet the latest standards for safety of information technology equipment. However, to ensure safe use of this product, it is important that the safety instructions marked on the product and in the documentation are followed.
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Page 27: 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 28: 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 30 MUC 0 7 0 0 0 0 1...