L171p Flat Panel Monitor User’s Guide
Product numbers 9417-HC2 9417-HH2 9417-HW2 9227-HB2 9227-HG2 First Edition (November 2006) © Copyright Lenovo 2006. All rights reserved. U.S. GOVERNMENT USERS - RESTRICTED RIGHTS: Our products and/or services are provided with RESTRICTED RIGHTS.
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Chapter 1. Getting started This User’s Guide contains detailed information on the ThinkVision™ L171p Flat Panel Monitor. For a quick overview, please see the Setup Poster that was shipped with your monitor.
Types of adjustments Please see the illustration below for an example of the tilt range. Tilt/Swivel With the built-in pedestal, you can tilt and swivel the monitor for the most comfortable viewing angle. Height Adjustment After pressing the top of the monitor, remove the fixed pin and adjust the height of the monitor.
Monitor Pivot 1. In locked/down Position - Tilt upwards, so that lower edge of monitor clears the stand. - Rotate clockwise until the monitor stops at 90°. 2. Extended Position - Rotate clockwise until the monitor stops at 90°. User controls Your monitor has controls on the front which are used to adjust the display. For information on how to use these controls, please see “Adjusting your monitor image” on page 2-3.
Setting up your monitor This section provides information to help you set up your monitor. Connecting and turning on your monitor Note: Be sure to read the Safety Information located in the Monitor Safety, Troubleshooting, and Warranty Guide before carrying out this procedure. 1. Power off your computer and all attached devices, and unplug the computer power cord. 2. Connect the analog signal cable to the video port on the back of the computer.
Connect the digital cable to the DVI connector of the monitor and the other end on the back of the computer. Note: The digital cable is not included with the monitor. Plug the monitor power cord and the computer cord into grounded electrical outlets. Note : An approved power cord H05VV-F, 3G, 0.75mm2 must be used. Chapter 1.
Power on the monitor and the computer. To install the monitor driver, insert the Reference and Driver CD, click Install driver, and follow the on-screen instructions. To optimize your monitor image, press the Automatic Image Setup key. Automatic image setup requires that the monitor is warmed up for at least 15 minutes. This is not required for normal operation. Note: If automatic image setup does not establish the image that you prefer, perform manual image setup. See “Manual image setup” on page 3-4.
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Chapter 2. Adjusting and using your monitor This section will give you information on adjusting and using your monitor. Comfort and accessibility Good ergonomic practice is important to get the most from your personal computer and to avoid discomfort. Arrange your workplace and the equipment you use to suit your individual needs and the kind of work that you perform. In addition, use healthy work habits to maximize your performance and comfort while using your computer.
· Tilt: Adjust the tilt of your monitor to optimize the appearance of the screen content and to accommodate your preferred head and neck posture. · General location: Position your monitor to avoid glare or reflections on the screen from overhead lighting or nearby windows. The following are some other tips for comfortable viewing of your monitor: · Use adequate lighting for the type of work you are performing.
Accessibility information Lenovo is committed to providing greater access to information and technology to people with disabilities. With assistive technologies, users can access information in the way most appropriate to their disability. Some of these technologies are already provided in your operating system; others can be purchased through vendors or accessed at: http://www.ibm.com/able/ Adjusting your monitor image This section describes the user control features used to adjust your monitor image.
To use the controls: 1. Press to open the main OSD menu. 2. Use or to move among the icons. Select an icon and press to access that function. If there is a sub-menu, you can move between options using or , then press to select that function. Use or to make adjustments. Press to save. 3. Press to move backwards through the sub-menus and exit from the OSD. 4. Press and hold for 10 seconds to lock the OSD. This will prevent accidental adjustments to the OSD.
Table 2-2. OSD functions OSD Icon Submenu on Main Menu Description Controls and Controls Adjustments and (Analog) Adjustments (Digital) Adjusts overall brightness Same as Analog Adjusts difference between light and dark areas Controls Locked not required for digital input Brightness Brightness/Contrast Contrast Moves the image left or right. Image Position Horizontal Position Moves the image up or down. Vertical Position Automatically optimizes the image.
Table 2-2. OSD functions (continued) OSD Icon on Submenu Main Menu Description Controls and Adjustments (Analog) Adjusts menu location on the screen. Options Controls and Adjustments (Digital) Same as Analog Menu Position Default Custom Factory Default Returns the menu position to the default settings. · Horizontal: Changes the horizontal position of the OSD. · Vertical: Changes the vertical position of the OSD. · Save · Cancel · Reset Resets monitor to the original factory settings.
The display modes shown below have been optimized at the factory. Table 2-3. Factory set display modes Addressability Refresh rate 640 x 350 70 Hz 640 x 480 60 Hz, 66 Hz, 72 Hz, 75 Hz 720 x 400 70 Hz 800 x 600 60 Hz, 72 Hz, 75 Hz 1024 x 768 60 Hz, 70 Hz, 75 Hz 1280 x 1024 60 Hz, 70 Hz, 72Hz, 75 Hz ,76Hz Image rotation Before rotating the monitor, you should set-up your computer to rotate the image.
Table 2-4. Power indicator " # 1 ( ( ( 4 # ( / 646,.@ / , ( ( 4 1 1 - # ( ( / 646,.@ / , ( ( Caring for your monitor Be sure to turn off the power before you perform any maintenance on the monitor. Do not: · Apply water or liquid directly to your monitor. · Use solvents or abrasives. · Use flammable cleaning materials to clean your monitor or any other electrical equipment. · Touch the screen area of your monitor with sharp or abrasive items.
Detaching the monitor stand After placing the monitor face down on a clean surface or soft cloth, remove the four screws from the stand to remove it from the monitor.
Chapter 3. Reference information This section contains monitor specifications, instructions to manually install the monitor driver, troubleshooting information, and service information. Monitor specifications Table 3-1. Monitor specifications for type-model 9417-Hxx Height 386.4 mm (15.2 in.) Depth 212.0 mm (8.4 in.) Width 371.5 mm (14.6 in.) Tilt range Range: -0o, +30o Swivel Range: -45o, +45o Lift Range: 110.0mm Pivot Yes (clockwise 90 degree) VESA mount Supported 100 mm (3.94 in.
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Troubleshooting If you have a problem setting up or using your monitor, you might be able to solve it yourself. Before calling your dealer or Lenovo, try the suggested actions that are appropriate to your problem. Table 3-2. Troubleshooting " " / )1 , / ) ( ( · ( + ) ( ( + ( ) >8 ( A · ( ( + + ( + · / " ( / ( ( ) ( ( ( ( ) ?9 # / ( ) ( 1 ) >* / # ) ( )) >* / · / ) · ( · / · · # · /( · /( ( # ) ?9 · / Chapter 3.
Table 3-2. Troubleshooting (continued) Problem Possible cause Screen is The monitor is in blank and Standby/Suspend power mode indicator is steady amber or flashing green Suggested action Reference · Press any key on the "Understanding power keyboard or move the mouse management" on Page to restore operation. 2-7 · Check the Power Options settings on your computer. The power indicator is green, but there is no image.
3. · · 4. 5. Use or to select Clock and Phase adjustment. Clock (pixel frequency) adjusts the number of pixels scanned by one horizontal sweep. If the frequency is not correct, the screen shows vertical stripes and the picture does not have the correct width. Phase adjusts the phase of the pixel clock signal. With a wrong phase adjustment, the picture has horizontal disturbances in light picture. When the image no longer looks distorted, save the Clock and Phase adjustments. Press to leave the OSD menu.
16. 17. Close all open windows and remove the CD. Restart the system. The system will automatically select the maximum refresh rate and corresponding Color Matching Profiles. Note: On LCD monitors, unlike CRTs, a faster refresh rate does not improve display quality. Lenovo recommends using either 1280 x 1024 at a refresh rate of 60 Hz, or 640 x 480 at a refresh rate of 60 Hz.
Getting further help If you still can’t solve your problem, please contact the Lenovo Support Center. For more information on contacting the Customer Support Center, please see Appendix A, “Service and Support,” on page A-1. Service information Product numbers The product number for your monitor is located on the side of the display bezel as shown below.
Service parts The following parts are for use by Lenovo service, or Lenovo authorized dealers, to support the customer warranty. Parts are for service use only. The table below shows information for model 9417-Hxx. Table 3-3.
Appendix A. Service and Support The following information describes the technical support that is available for your product, during the warranty period or throughout the life of the product. Refer to your Lenovo Statement of Limited Warranty for a full explanation of Lenovo warranty terms. Online technical support Online technical support is available during the life of your product through the Lenovo Support Web site at http://www.lenovo.com/think/support.
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Appendix B. Notices Lenovo may not offer the products, services, or features discussed in this document in all countries. Consult your local Lenovo representative for information on the products and services currently available in your area. Any reference to a Lenovo product, program, or service is not intended to state or imply that only that Lenovo product, program, or service may be used.
Any references in this publication to non-Lenovo Web sites are provided for convenience only and do not in any manner serve as an endorsement of those Web sites. The materials at those Web sites are not part of the materials for this Lenovo product, and use of those Web sites is at your own risk. Any performance data contained herein was determined in a controlled environment. Therefore, the result obtained in other operating environments may vary significantly.
