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.
Position your computer and the monitor so you can reach the back of each. Connect the audio cable to the audio connector under the back of the display. Ensure your computer is turned off. Connect the other end of the audio cable to the audio port on the back of your computer. www.gateway.com...
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.
You may need to adjust lighting to avoid screen glare when the screen is tilted upward. Screen distance from user The screen should first be placed at arm’s length from the user, then adjusted back and forth to suit individual preference. www.gateway.com Power button...
CHAPTER 1: Using Your Gateway Flat-Panel Monitor Starting the monitor Using the OSD and menu buttons This monitor features an onscreen display (OSD) and menu buttons that let you turn the monitor on and off, and adjust contrast, brightness, and other settings. For more information on menu buttons, see “Using the Menu and quick key buttons”...
For information on changing your computer’s display resolution, see Windows screen settings” on Information—Displays current screen resolution and input source for the main display. Resets all values to the factory settings. Reset www.gateway.com es overall display performance while increasing the grayscale contrast. page 8 “Changing...
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.
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).
• Make sure that the video cable is not damaged. • Check the end of the video cable for any pins that might be bent or pushed in. www.gateway.com see “Connecting the monitor” see “Connecting the see “Connecting the see “Connecting the...
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.
Make sure that your video card can display at 1680 × 1050 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.
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CHAPTER 1: Using Your Gateway Flat-Panel Monitor 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. However, you are unable to watch the movie. This is because when the input was changed, the receiver lost the HDCP signal.
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. Connections and inputs www.gateway.com Panel size 22 inches (diagonal)
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APPENDIX Safety, Regulatory, and Legal • Important safety information • Environmental information • Regulatory compliance statements • Notices Information...
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.
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. ■...
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.
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