Setting the Timing Mode ............7 OSD and Power Button Lock Modes........7 Adjusting the Screen Image ..........8 Other Information Specifications ..............15 Troubleshooting..............16 Customer Support ...............17 Cleaning the ViewPanel ............18 Limited Warranty ..............19 Appendix Safety Guidelines ..............20 Compliance Information ............21 CE Conformity ..............21 ViewSonic VG191/VG191b...
Internet at: www.viewsonic.com. The ViewSonic Wizard CD-ROM also provides an opportunity for you to print the registration form, which you may mail or fax to ViewSonic. NOTE: The Serial Number may be displayed from an on-screen menu. For Your Records...
• Standard (15 pin) VGA video cable • DVI video cable (to be used with computers with DVI video cards) • AC/DC Adapter • ViewSonic Wizard CD-ROM (includes user guide PDF and INF/ICM display optimization files) Precautions • Sit at least 18" from your ViewPanel.
INF file. This is on the CD. to ViewSonic. 4 Insert the ViewSonic Wizard CD into the computer’s CD drive. (1) Insert the ViewSonic Wizard CD-ROM into your computer’s CD-ROM drive.
Landscape/Portrait Modes The VG191/VG191b ViewPanel can operate in either Landscape or Portrait mode. Follow the instructions that accompany the Perfect Portrait software. Note: Before using the portrait display mode, first install the Perfect Portrait software included with your VG191/VG191b ViewPanel.
Installation of Wall Mount (Optional) To obtain a wall-mounting kit, contact ViewSonic or your local dealer. Refer to the instructions that come with the base mounting kit. To convert your ViewPanel from a desk-mounted to a wall-mounted display, do the following: Disconnect Power.
• NOTE: After a power failure, whether or not the Power Button Lock mode was active, your ViewPanel’s power will automatically turn on when power is restored. • To unlock this mode, press and hold both the [1] button and the (down arrow) again for 10 seconds. ViewSonic VG191/VG191b...
Menu; also saves changes Power Light and exits the Main Menu. Front Control Panel Button [2] displays the con- Scroll Up/Down trol screen for a selected menu options. control. Also used to toggle between a pair of controls on some screens. ViewSonic VG191/VG191b...
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The following tips may help you optimize your display: • Adjust your computer's graphic card so that it outputs a video signal 1280 x 1024 @ 60Hz to the VG191/VG191b. (Look for instructions on “changing the refresh rate” in your graphic card's user guide.) •...
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Shortcut: From the Windows desktop, press button [2] to bypass the Main Menu and switch ports. On-screen display will show Input Analog or Input Digital, depending upon the currently selected input source. ViewSonic VG191/VG191b...
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(video signal input) INFORMATION coming from the graphics card in your computer, the LCD model number, the serial number, and the ViewSonic website URL. See your graphic card’s user guide for instructions on changing the resolution and refresh rate (vertical frequency).
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FINE TUNE noise banding, out-of-phase, etc. Try the Auto Image Adjust (see page 10) before using NOTE: the Fine Tune control. adjusts the clarity and focus of the screen image. SHARPNESS ViewSonic VG191/VG191b...
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OSD TIME OUT is displayed. For example, with a “15 second” setting, if a control is not pushed within 15 seconds, the display screen disappears. ViewSonic VG191/VG191b...
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Windows desktop, while adjustments are made to the OnView ViewPanel controls. returns adjustments to the original factory MEMORY RECALL settings if the display is operating in a factory Preset Timing Mode listed in this user guide. ViewSonic VG191/VG191b...
Loose or broken pins in the cable connector could cause an improper connection. • Connect the ViewPanel to another computer. • If you have an older graphics card, contact ViewSonic ® for a non-DDC adapter.
ViewPanel screen or case. Some chemical cleaners have been reported to damage the screen and/or case of the ViewPanel. ViewSonic will not be liable for damage resulting from use of any ammonia or alcohol-based cleaners.
If a product proves to be defective in material or workmanship during the warranty period, ViewSonic will, at its sole option, repair or replace the product with a like product. Replacement product or parts may include remanufactured or refurbished parts or components.
BLACK. The wire which is coloured BROWN must be connected to the terminal in the plug which is marked with the letter L or coloured RED. If you have any questions concerning which proper power cord to use, please consult with the dealer from whom you have purchased the product. ViewSonic VG191/VG191b...
CE Conformity The device complies with the requirements of the EEC directive 89/336/EEC as amended by 92/31/EEC and 93/68/EEC Art.5 with regard to “Electromagnetic compatibility,” and 73/23/EEC as amended by 93/68/EEC Art.13 with regard to “Safety.” ViewSonic VG191/VG191b...
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