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- Page 1 FPD2475W 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 Attaching the stand . - 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 stand • Setting up the optional speaker bar • Starting the monitor • Adjusting monitor settings • Changing Windows screen settings • Power management • Maintaining •... -
Page 6: Connecting The Monitor
Connecting the monitor To set up the monitor, first attach the base, then make your cable connections. Attaching the stand To attach the stand: Slide the stand’s neck onto the base. Tighten the thumbscrew with your fingers (or a flat screwdriver) under the base to secure the neck into place. - Page 7 Slide the neck’s bracket slots onto the bracket’s mounting tabs. Press the bracket lever to the right and hold it, then lower the neck into place and release the lever. Test the bracket connection to make sure it is secure, then move the monitor upright.
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Page 8: Connecting Video Inputs
Connecting video inputs To connect video sources to your monitor: Rotate the screen 90° to make it easier to connect the cables. 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 9 Connect other video sources (such as a DVD player, video camera, or receiver) to the appropriate video jacks on the back of the monitor. Component video 2 jacks Component video 1 jacks • For basic video quality, connect your video device’s composite video in jack to the corresponding jack on the back of your monitor.
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Page 10: Connecting Usb Cables
Connecting USB cables Your monitor has a built-in, four-port USB 2.0 hub that lets you conveniently connect USB devices. Because your computer case may be under your desk or inside a cabinet, these monitor-mounted USB ports can be much easier to access. To use the monitor’s USB ports, you must first connect the monitor to a USB port on your computer. -
Page 11: Connecting Power
You can secure your monitor to your computer desk (or to another heavy object) with a cable lock. To connect a cable lock, follow the cable lock’s instructions to connect it to the Kensington lock slot on the back of your monitor (cable lock not included). www.gateway.com Kensington lock slot... -
Page 12: Adjusting The Stand
Adjusting the stand Rotating the screen To rotate the screen while the optional speaker bar is attached, first tilt the screen back for more clearance between the speaker bar and the tabletop. You can rotate the screen clockwise 90° to change between landscape and portrait views. For information on automatically rotating the display image as you manually rotate the monitor, see “Using landscape and portrait modes”... -
Page 13: Adjusting Monitor Tilt Tension
Adjust the tilt tension screw (on the top of the stand) so the monitor stays in place when you let go. If the monitor changes its tilt angle when you let go, turn the screw clockwise one complete turn to increase the tension. www.gateway.com Height tension screw Tilt tension screw... -
Page 14: Ergonomic Guidelines
CHAPTER 1: Using Your Gateway Flat-Panel Monitor 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 15: Setting Up The Optional Speaker Bar
Setting up the optional speaker bar An optional speaker bar is available for mounting underneath your monitor. The speaker bar has touch controls and excellent sound. You can order a speaker bar from www.gateway.com. Mounting tab Power plug (connects to power jack in monitor) www.gateway.com... - Page 16 To install the speaker bar: For easier installation, first rotate the monitor into portrait mode so you can install the speaker bar from the side. Tilt the screen back, then match the tabs on each side of the speaker bar with the slots underneath the monitor.
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Page 17: Starting The Monitor
Adjust the tilt of the monitor for the best viewing angle. After you see the Windows desktop, press the then press www.gateway.com Release button “Using the EzTouch menu buttons” on page see “Troubleshooting” on page (Auto) to automatically adjust your display image to the ideal settings. -
Page 18: Adjusting Monitor Settings
To mute the volume of the sounds accompanying button presses, press the button on the front of your monitor, press (Audio Feedback), then press the lower the bottom of the scale. Use the on-screen display (OSD) to adjust other monitor settings. For more information, “Adjusting monitor settings”... -
Page 19: Using The Shortcut Menu
Press • To turn off the button icons and close the menu, wait about ten seconds without pressing a button. www.gateway.com (Menu) button on the front of your monitor. The rest of the button icons light Theme Select Input Select... -
Page 20: Using The Main Menu
Using the main menu To use the main menu: Press the up and the shortcut menu opens. Important The EzTouch menu buttons are very sensitive, and may be “pressed” by holding your finger just above its surface. To completely “release” a touch button, make sure that you lift your finger well away from the button. - Page 21 PIP video display to your Windows desktop, which makes it easier to access your computer programs while watching video. Swap—Switches the PIP image to the main image, and the main image to the PIP image. PIP Picture—Opens a menu where you can set the PIP brightness, contrast, saturation, and tint/hue. www.gateway.com...
- Page 22 OSD Menu Description Video Adjust menu Unless otherwise indicated, these settings apply only to SD (standard definition) video at 480i and below. Where “PC input” is indicated, the resolutions that apply are from 800 × 600 to 1920 × 1200. Sharpness—Adjusts sharpness for video images.
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Page 23: Using Picture-In-Picture (Pip)
** For some video resolutions, refresh rates, and video scaling modes, PIP may not be allowed. If you receive a message that PIP is not available, try the following: ■ Adjust the refresh rate in Windows to 60 Hz. See Windows online Help for more information. www.gateway.com DVI** Component (Y Pb Pr) “Changing... -
Page 24: Changing Windows Screen Settings
With EzTune, you can: • Change the orientation of the image (landscape to portrait) by just rotating the screen (requires the optional height-adjustable stand available in the U.S. at www.gateway.com) • Change brightness, contrast, and color balance •... - Page 25 For more information, see the program’s CD or the installed program’s online help. Using landscape and portrait modes EzTune automatically switches the display to the appropriate mode (landscape or portrait) when you rotate the screen. This feature works only with VGA or DVI input (the OSD itself does not rotate into portrait mode).
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Page 26: 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 frequency (kHz) 720 × 400 31.469 640 × 480 31.469 640 × 480 37.9 640 ×... -
Page 27: Using The Speaker Bar
To change the audio input source: • On the speaker bar, press INPUT to select PC (PC is the default selection), AUX, or both. To enable 3D sound: • On the speaker bar, press 3D. The speaker bar plays Surround Sound-like audio. www.gateway.com... -
Page 28: Power Management
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 29: No Power
Check the end of the video cable for any pins that might be bent or pushed in. • Make sure that your monitor connection is using the VGA cable that came with your monitor. www.gateway.com (Menu), then (Input Select) to make sure that you have selected the correct... -
Page 30: Color Is Not Uniform
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 31: Faqs
Make sure that your video card can display at 1920 × 1200 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 32: Technical
CHAPTER 1: Using Your Gateway Flat-Panel Monitor When I connect the monitor’s USB hub to my computer, I see an error message saying that my USB hub may not be running at full speed. This can happen if you connected the monitor’s high-speed USB 2.0 hub to a low-speed USB 1.1 hub or a USB 1.1 port on your computer. -
Page 33: Video/Display
480i. Can I connect my game console to this monitor? Yes. Using optional video cables (available from the Gateway Accessory Store Web site) you can connect your game console directly to the monitor. If your game console supports Component (YPbPr), this results in the best picture quality. -
Page 34: 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. Connections and inputs Panel size 24 inches (diagonal) - Page 35 Temperature Operating: 41~95°F (5~35°C) Storage: -4~140°F (-20~60°C) Humidity Operating: 20~80% (non-condensing) Storage: 5~90% (non-condensing) Altitude Operating: 12,000 feet (3,658 m) Storage: 40,000 feet (12,192 m) Security Kensington lock slot...
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Page 37: Appendix A: Safety, Regulatory, And Legal Information
APPENDIX Safety, Regulatory, and Legal • Important safety information • Environmental information • Regulatory compliance statements • Notices Information... -
Page 38: Important Safety 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. -
Page 39: 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 40: 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 42 MAN FPD2475W USR GDE R0 4/07...
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