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IBM ThinkVision L170 User Manual

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IBM ThinkVision™ L170 Monitor
L170
User's Guide
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  • Page 1 IBM ThinkVision™ L170 Monitor L170 User's Guide English...
  • Page 2 First Edition (April/2003) Note: For important information, refer to the Monitor Safety and Warranty manual that comes with this monitor.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents Safety (Read first) ............2 Setting up the monitor .

  • Page 4: Safety (Read First)

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  • Page 5: Setting Up The Monitor

    Setting up the monitor Product Description The IBM ThinkVision L170 Monitor works with a computer with a suitable on-board sub-system or Video Adapter card that can support SXGA 1280 x 1024, XGA 1024 x 768, SVGA 800 x 600, or VGA 640 x 480 at 60 Hz.

  • Page 6: Workplace Preparation

    Workplace Preparation Height This section gives advice on what you should consider Position the monitor so that the top of the screen is slightly below your eye before you set up your monitor. level when you sit at your workstation. Orientation Choose a position that gives the least reflection from lights and windows, usually at a right angle to any windows.

  • Page 7: Caring For Your Monitor

    Back Sit back in your chair and use the backrest. Hands Adjust the seat height so that your forearms are approximately horizontal and your wrists are straight when using the keyboard. Your upper arms should be relaxed with your elbows near your body. Use a light touch on the keyboard, keeping your hands and fingers relaxed.

  • Page 8: Connecting Your Monitor

    Connecting your Monitor Turn off your computer and all attached devices. Be sure to read the 'Safety' Information located in the Connect the signal cable to the video port on the back of your computer. Monitor Safety and Warranty This port might be directly attached to your computer (figure A), or it Information Manual before carrying out this procedure.

  • Page 9: Switching On Your Monitor

    Switching on your Monitor Switch on the power source and your computer. Switch on your monitor by pushing and releasing the power switch marked To switch off your monitor, push and release the power switch again. Turn on the monitor and then the computer. To update or install device drivers, follow the instructions in the Device Driver Installation section on page 8.

  • Page 10: Device Driver Installation

    Ensure that the CD drive letter is selected, and then select ‘Drivers’ folder. 10. Choose IBM ThinkVision L170 Monitor and Click OK. The files will be copied from the CD to your hard disk drive. 11. Close all open windows and remove the CD.

  • Page 11: Windows 2000/Me

    14. Ensure that the CD drive letter is selected, and then select the ‘Drivers’ folder. 15. Choose IBM ThinkVision L170 Monitor and Click OK. The files will be copied from the CD to your hard disk drive. 16. Close all open windows and remove the CD.

  • Page 12: Windows Xp

    14. Ensure that the CD drive letter is selected, and then select the ‘Drivers’ folder. 15. Choose IBM ThinkVision L170 Monitor and Click OK. The files will be copied from the CD to your hard disk drive. 16. Close all open windows and remove the CD.

  • Page 13: Auto Setup

    Auto Setup Auto Setup When you first use your monitor you must perform Auto Setup. This The Setup Utility procedure sets up your monitor to process the video signals from your included on the installation computer without image discoloration or smearing. After you perform Auto CD is for displaying dot patterns.

  • Page 14: Auto Setup For Dos

    Auto Setup for DOS To set up the monitor automatically in DOS, do the following: Turn on the monitor first; then turn on the computer. If the monitor is in standby mode (STANDBY ON), it If the message CHECK SIGNAL CABLE is displayed, or if nothing is may automatically turn off while you are waiting for it to warm up.

  • Page 15: Windows Me Or Windows Xp

    Auto Setup for Windows 95, Windows 98, Windows NT, Windows 2000, Windows Me or Windows XP To set up the monitor automatically in Windows 95, Windows 98, Windows NT, Windows 2000, Windows Me, or Windows XP, do the following: Turn on the monitor first; then the computer. If the monitor is in standby mode (STANDBY ON), it If the message CHECK SIGNAL CABLE is displayed, or if nothing is...

  • Page 16: Manual Setup

    Manual Setup Normally, you can complete the setup procedure using ; however, ETUP if your screen image is still distorted after you perform or the ETUP Installation CD does not run on your system, perform ANUAL ETUP Have your monitor turned on for about 15 minutes, until the monitor If the monitor is in standby mode (STANDBY ON), it warms up.

  • Page 17: Adjusting Your Lcd Monitor

    Adjusting Your LCD Monitor User controls User control features • Direct access controls Icon Control Description Image Setup Activates automatic image adjustment. Inactive Directly accesses to Brightness on the OSD Brightness Inactive main menu. OSD Enter Displays the OSD main menu. Inactive Power Switch Switches the monitor on and off.
  • Page 18 Operation • Press the OSD Enter button to display the main OSD menu. The image is already optimized for many display • Use the Arrow buttons to move among the icons. Select an icon and press modes; however the user controls can be used to adjust the image to OSD Enter to access that function.

  • Page 19: On-Screen Display (Osd) Controls

    On-screen display (OSD) controls The settings adjustable with the user controls are viewed through the On- Screen Display (OSD). Press the OSD Enter button ( ) to activate the OSD. Initial appearance of OSD The LCD monitor needs time to become thermally stable the first time you turn it on each day.
  • Page 20 OSD Icon on Submenu Description Controls and Adjustments Main Menu Activates automatic image adjustment. Image Setup Automatic Use the button to adjust away the interference. If satisfactory results are not obtained using the Phase adjustment, use the Clock adjustment and then use Phase Manual again.
  • Page 21 OSD Icon on Main Menu Submenu Description Controls and Adjustments (Continued) Shows resolution, refresh rate, and product details. Note: This screen does not allow any changes to the settings. Options Information The language chosen affects Select one of the 5 only the language of the OSD.

  • Page 22: Further Information

    Further Information Display modes The display mode the monitor uses is controlled by the computer. Therefore, refer to your computer documentation for details on how to change display modes. The image size, position and shape might change when the display mode changes.
  • Page 23 Factory Set Display Modes For image problems, you may want to run AUTO Setup again before consulting this Addressability Refresh Rate Horizontal Frequency section. In most cases, AUTO SETUP can fix the problems. See 640 × 350 70 Hz 31.5 kHz Auto Setup for DOS on page 12 for details.

  • Page 24: Power Management

    Power Management To benefit from power management, the monitor must be used in conjunction If your computer has previously been used with a computer that implements the Video Electronics Standards Association with a CRT monitor and is (VESA) Display Power Management Signalling (DPMS) Standard. currently configured to a display mode outside the The power management feature is invoked when the computer recognizes...

  • Page 25: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting If you have a problem setting up or using your monitor, you might be able to solve it yourself. Before calling your retailer or IBM, try the suggested actions that are appropriate to your problem. Possible Problem Suggested Action Reference Cause Remove the other...
  • Page 26 Possible Problem Suggested Action Reference Cause User Screen is blank Brightness controls and power and Contrast Adjust brightness and indicator is may be too section on contrast. steady green page 15 Press any key on the keyboard or move the Power The monitor is mouse to restore...
  • Page 27 Possible Problem Suggested Action Reference Cause A few dots are A small number of missing, discolored, or missing, lighted dots may be present on the screen, discolored, or which is an intrinsic characteristic of the TFT inappropriately LCD technology and is not an LCD defect. lighted.

  • Page 28: Further Help

    Further Help If you are unable to correct the problem yourself, you may seek further help as follows: ® Call the IBM HelpCenter In the US call 1-800-426-7378 In Canada (Toronto Only) call 416-383-3344 In Canada (all others) call 1-800-565-3344 In other countries contact your dealer, retailer, or other IBM authorized If possible, stay by your computer.

  • Page 29: Specifications

    Specifications This color monitor (Type-model 9818-Ax0) uses a 17-inch TFT LCD Dimensions Height: 411.4 mm (16.19 in.) Depth: 218.4 mm (8.59 in.) Width: 399.8 mm (15.74 in.) Weight Unpackaged: 5.3 Kg (11.68 lb) Packaged: 6.6 Kg (14.55 lb) Tilt Tilt: –...

  • Page 30: Service Information

    Service Information The following parts are for use by IBM service, or IBM authorized dealers, to support the customer warranty. Parts are for service use only Model Type 9818 73P3667 9818-AC0 Monitor - Business Black 31P9582 9818-AC0 Stand - Business Black 31P9590 9818-AC0 Analog Video Cable...

  • Page 31: Notices And Trademarks

    Notices and Trademarks This section contains information on notices and trademarks. Notices IBM may not offer the products, services, or features discussed in this document in all countries. Consult your local IBM representative for information on the products and services currently available in your area.
  • Page 32 Trademarks The following terms, used in this publication, are trademarks or service marks of the IBM Corporation in the United States, other countries, or both: HelpCenter ® is a U.S. Govt. registered trademark. NERGY ® ® Microsoft Windows , and Windows NT are trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States, other countries, or both.

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