LG Electronics USA LG56AL 15-inch LCD Monitor User Manual Attachments

LG Electronics USA 15-inch LCD Monitor Attachments

Users Manual

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iContents1 Using Your Flat Panel Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1Connecting the flat panel display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2Starting the flat panel display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5Adjusting display settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6External controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6OSD options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7Software controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10Video modes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14Power management . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15ENERGY STAR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15Energy declaration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17No power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17No picture . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17Display colors are wrong . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18Picture has shadows or “ghosts” . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18Color is not uniform . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18Image is not sized or centered properly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19Image cannot be adjusted full screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20A Safety, Regulatory, and Legal Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 218508376.book Page i Thursday, October 18, 2001 9:20 AM
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11www.gateway.comUsing Your Flat Panel DisplayThe FPD 1520 Flat Panel Display is a high-resolution color LCD with:■1024 × 768 maximum resolution■Over 16 million colors■Excellent contrast and legibility■Space-saving and lightweight design■Reduced power usage8508376.book Page 1 Thursday, October 18, 2001 9:20 AM
2Chapter 1: Using Your Flat Panel Displaywww.gateway.comConnecting the flat panel displayTo connect the flat panel display:1Position the computer and monitor so you can easily reach the back panel of each.2Set the monitor upright, then feed the power and video cables through the hole in the stand.3Lay the monitor down on its back.8508376.book Page 2 Thursday, October 18, 2001 9:20 AM
3Connecting the flat panel displaywww.gateway.com4Connect one end of the video cable to the matching video port on the underside of the monitor. If your computer has both a digital video port and an analog video port, we recommend using the digital video connection.5Connect the DC power cord to the DC power connector on the underside of the monitor.8508376.book Page 3 Thursday, October 18, 2001 9:20 AM
4Chapter 1: Using Your Flat Panel Displaywww.gateway.com6Return the display to its upright position.7Make sure your computer is turned off, then connect the other end of the video cable to the matching video port on the back of your computer.8Plug the small end of the AC power cord into the power adapter, then plug the other end of the AC power cord into a properly grounded electrical outlet.8508376.book Page 4 Thursday, October 18, 2001 9:20 AM
5Starting the flat panel displaywww.gateway.comStarting the flat panel displayTo start the monitor:1Press the power button once. The LED on the button turns on.2Turn on the computer.3After the computer is running, the LED on the power button should be green. Allow about 10 seconds for the display image to appear. If the power LED is not green or you do not see an display image, check the connections. For more troubleshooting information, see “Troubleshooting” on page 17.4Adjust the tilt of the display for the best viewing angle.5Adjust the controls to get the best picture. Press the button to automatically adjust your display image to the ideal settings. Adjust other display settings by using the On-Screen Display (OSD). For more information, see “Adjusting display settings” on page 6.Important When adjusting your display settings, always press the button before entering the OSD. This will automatically adjust your display image to the ideal settings for the current screen resolution size (display mode).The best display mode is 1024 ×768.Power button and LED8508376.book Page 5 Thursday, October 18, 2001 9:20 AM
6Chapter 1: Using Your Flat Panel Displaywww.gateway.comAdjusting display settingsYou can adjust your display image by using external controls (located on the display itself) and software controls (accessible in Windows).External controlsThis flat panel display features an On-Screen Display (OSD) that lets you adjust and save contrast, brightness, and other settings for the display. The flat panel display saves changes you make to the settings, even if you turn the display off.■OSD. Press to view the OSD. Press again to exit.■Arrows.OSD active: Press to select or adjust OSD options.OSD inactive: Press and to adjust the contrast, and press once then and to adjust the brightness. Press ■Auto/Set.OSD active: Press to enter a selection in the OSD.OSD inactive: Press the Auto/Set button to re-detect the video source.Menu selection arrows and Auto settingOSD button Auto/Set button8508376.book Page 6 Thursday, October 18, 2001 9:20 AM
7Adjusting display settingswww.gateway.comOSD optionsTo adjust the OSD settings:1Press the OSD button. The OSD menu opens.2Use the and buttons to highlight a control, then press the Auto/Set button.3Use the buttons to adjust the control to the desired level.4When you have finished making all adjustments, press the OSD button to exit the OSD.OSD menusYou can access any of these menus in the OSD:OSD Adjust DescriptionBrightness. Press the and buttons to adjust the brightness of the screen. Maximize the life of your monitor by using the lowest brightness setting you are comfortable with.You may need to readjust brightness once the monitor is warmed up.Contrast. Press the and buttons to adjust the contrast of the screen.8508376.book Page 7 Thursday, October 18, 2001 9:20 AM
8Chapter 1: Using Your Flat Panel Displaywww.gateway.comPreset. Press the and buttons to adjust the color temperature.9300K is bluish white.6500K is reddish white.Red, Green, Blue. Press the and buttons to adjust your own color levels.Vertical position. Press the and buttons to move the image up and down.Horizontal position. Press the and buttons to move the image left and right.The Auto function configures the vertical and horizontal position for you. For more information on the Auto function, see “External controls” on page 6.OSD Adjust Description8508376.book Page 8 Thursday, October 18, 2001 9:20 AM
9Adjusting display settingswww.gateway.comClock. Press the and buttons to minimize any vertical bars or stripes visible on the screen background. The horizontal screen size will also change.Phase. Press the and buttons to remove any horizontal distortion, and clear or sharpen the image of characters.Language. Press the and buttons to change the OSD language display setting.OSD Position. Press the and buttons to adjust the OSD window position on the screen.OSD Adjust Description8508376.book Page 9 Thursday, October 18, 2001 9:20 AM
10Chapter 1: Using Your Flat Panel Displaywww.gateway.comSoftware controlsAdjusting the color depth and screen resolution are two of the most basic display settings you may need to change.Adjusting the color depthColor depth is the number of colors your flat panel display uses. Different image types require various color depths for optimum appearance on your flat panel display. For example, simple color drawings may appear adequately in 256 colors while color photographs need millions of colors to be displayed with optimum quality.Windows lets you choose from several color depth settings for your flat panel display. We recommend that the 32-bit True Color setting be used at all times.If the color in your images seems “false” or “jumpy,” especially after you have played a game or run a video-intensive program, check the color depth setting and return it to 32-bit True Color, if necessary.Help and SupportFor more information on adjusting the color depth, click Start, then select Help and Support or Help.8508376.book Page 10 Thursday, October 18, 2001 9:20 AM
11Adjusting display settingswww.gateway.comTo change the color depth:1In Windows XP, click Start, then select Control Panel. Click Appearance and Themes.- OR -In Windows Me, Windows 2000, or Windows 98, click Start, then select Settings, then Control Panel.2Click/Double-click the Display icon. The Display Properties dialog box opens.3Click the Settings tab.4Select a setting from the Color Quality or Colors list.5To save your changes in WindowsXP, click OK, then click Yes .- OR -To save your changes in Windows Me, Windows 2000, or Windows 98, click OK, then click OK again.8508376.book Page 11 Thursday, October 18, 2001 9:20 AM
12Chapter 1: Using Your Flat Panel Displaywww.gateway.comAdjusting the screen resolutionYou can change the screen resolution to a size you prefer. For example, you can increase the resolution to fit more icons on your desktop, or you can decrease the resolution to make reading and identifying objects on the display easier. The higher the resolution, the smaller individual components of the screen (such as icons and menu bars) appear.To change the screen resolution:1In Windows XP, click Start, then select Control Panel. Click Appearance and Themes.- OR -In Windows Me, Windows 2000, or Windows 98, click Start, then select Settings, then Control Panel.2Click/Double-click the Display icon. The Display Properties dialog box opens.Important The best screen resolution setting for your 15-inch flat panel display is 1024 ×768.Help and SupportFor more information on adjusting the resolution, click Start, then select Help and Support or Help.8508376.book Page 12 Thursday, October 18, 2001 9:20 AM
13Adjusting display settingswww.gateway.com3Click the Settings tab.4Drag the Screen Resolution or Screen area slider to the size you prefer.5To save your changes in WindowsXP, click OK, then click Yes .- OR -To save your changes in Windows Me, Windows 2000, or Windows 98, click OK, then click OK again.8508376.book Page 13 Thursday, October 18, 2001 9:20 AM
14Chapter 1: Using Your Flat Panel Displaywww.gateway.comVideo modesYour monitor supports several video modes.■Best display mode is 1024 × 768.The supported video modes are:If you do not use the best mode for your monitor, the display may look slightly “fuzzy” or may have a black border around the edges.Display Modes (Resolution) Horizontal FrequencyVertical Frequency1 640 ×480 31.47 KHz 60 Hz2 640 ×480 37.5 KHz 75 Hz3 720 ×400 31.47 KHz 70 Hz4 800 ×600 37.88 KHz 60 Hz5 800 ×600 46.88 KHz 75 Hz6 1024 ×768(best display mode) 48.36 KHz 60 Hz8508376.book Page 14 Thursday, October 18, 2001 9:20 AM
15Power managementwww.gateway.comPower managementENERGY STARAs an ENERGY STAR® Partner, Gateway has determined that this product meets the ENERGY STAR guidelines for energy efficiency.This monitor complies with the EPA's International ENERGY STAR Program, which is a program designed to encourage manufacturers of computer equipment to build circuitry into their products to reduce energy consumption during time of non-use.Energy declarationWhen connected to a computer that supports the VESA Display Power Management Signaling (DPMS) Protocol, this monitor can conserve significant energy by reducing power consumption during periods of non-use. When the computer goes into the energy saving mode, the monitor will then enter the Active Off mode (different from total shut down). In the Active Off mode the Power LED will still show amber.By following these conventions the power can be reduced to the following levels:To “wake” the monitor when it is in Active Off mode, move your mouse or press any keyboard key.You can change the period of time after which the monitor enters these low power states by accessing the power management options in the Control Panel.VESA state LED indicator Power ConsumptionOn Green <35 WActive Off Amber <5 W8508376.book Page 15 Thursday, October 18, 2001 9:20 AM
16Chapter 1: Using Your Flat Panel Displaywww.gateway.comMaintenanceTo keep your monitor in optimal working order:■Do not block the ventilation holes.■Do not expose the monitor to rain or use near water.■Keep the monitor away from radiators or heat vents.■Keep the monitor out of direct sunlight.Clean the monitor using a soft cloth lightly moistened with water only. Wipe the cabinet, screen, and controls.Caution Do not use any type of abrasive pad or glass cleaner. You will permanently scratch the LCD panel.8508376.book Page 16 Thursday, October 18, 2001 9:20 AM
17Troubleshootingwww.gateway.comTroubleshootingIf you have problems with your monitor, the information in this troubleshooting section may help you solve them.No power■Make sure the power cord is properly connected to both the back of the flat panel display and the wall outlet. For more information on connecting the power cord, see “Connecting the flat panel display” on page 2.No picture■Make sure the power cord is properly connected to both the back of the monitor and the wall outlet.■Make sure the video cable is securely connected to the back of the monitor and computer.■Make sure the monitor power button is turned on.■If the power saving indicator is orange:■Make sure that the computer is turned on.■Move the mouse or press any key on the keyboard to bring the monitor out of Active Off mode.■Check the video port and the end of the video cable for any pins that might be bent or pushed in.■Make sure that the video cable is not damaged.■Restart the computer with the monitor turned on.■Perform a monitor self-test by turning off your monitor and unplugging the video cable from the back of the computer. Turn the monitor back on and wait for ten seconds. If the monitor is functioning properly, a self-diagnostic screen appears.Important Make sure that the monitor has warmed up for approximately 30 minutes before making any judgments about the picture quality.8508376.book Page 17 Thursday, October 18, 2001 9:20 AM
18Chapter 1: Using Your Flat Panel Displaywww.gateway.comDisplay colors are wrong■ Press the AUTO/SET button to automatically adjust your display image to the ideal settings. ■Check the video port and the end of the video cable for any pins that might be bent or pushed in.■Make sure the video cable is securely connected to the back of the monitor and computer.■Make sure that the video cable is not damaged.■Restart the system with the monitor turned on.Picture has shadows or “ghosts”■ Press the AUTO/SET button to automatically adjust your display image to the ideal settings. ■Remove any extension cables or switchboxes.■Check the video port and the end of the video cable for any pins that might be bent or pushed in.■Make sure the video cable is securely connected to the back of the monitor and computer.■Make sure that the video cable is not damaged.Color is not uniform■Make sure the monitor warms up for at least 30 minutes before making a final judgment about color uniformity or brightness.■ Press the AUTO/SET button to automatically adjust your display image to the ideal settings.8508376.book Page 18 Thursday, October 18, 2001 9:20 AM
19Troubleshootingwww.gateway.comImage is not sized or centered properly■ Press the AUTO/SET button to automatically adjust your display image to the ideal settings.■Use the position controls to adjust the image. For instructions on how to change your display settings, see “Adjusting display settings” on page 6.Image cannot be adjusted full screenSome video modes used by your monitor produce images that cannot be adjusted all the way out to the bezel edge (the edge where the screen glass and monitor casing meet).This condition does not indicate that the monitor is defective.8508376.book Page 19 Thursday, October 18, 2001 9:20 AM
20Chapter 1: Using Your Flat Panel Displaywww.gateway.comSpecificationsSpecifications 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.Display 15-inch flat panel active-matrix TFT (Thin Film Transistor) LCDBest screen resolution 1024 ×768Display colors Over 16 million colorsPower input DC 12 V 3 APower consumption Normal operation:<35 WActive Off operation: <5 WDimensions 12.25 ×15.375 ×8 (38.74 ×39.05 ×20.32 cm)Power Management Meets EPA ENERGY STAR® and VESA DPMS requirementsCertifications UL, CSA, FCC Class B8508376.book Page 20 Thursday, October 18, 2001 9:20 AM
21Awww.gateway.comSafety, Regulatory, and Legal InformationImportant safety informationYour Gateway system 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.Setting up your system■Read and follow all instructions marked on the product and in the documentation before you operate your system. Retain all safety and operating instructions for future use.■Do not use this product near water or a heat source such as a radiator.■Set up the system on a stable work surface.■The product should only be operated from the type of power source indicated on the rating label.■If your product has a voltage selector switch, make sure that the switch is in the proper position for your area. The voltage selector switch is set at the factory to the correct voltage.■Openings in the monitor case are provided for ventilation. Do not block or cover these openings. Make sure you provide adequate space, at least 6 inches (15 cm), around the system for ventilation when you set up your work area. Never insert objects of any kind into the monitor ventilation openings.Warning Always follow these instructions to help guard against personal injury and damage to your Gateway system.8508376.book Page 21 Thursday, October 18, 2001 9:20 AM
22Appendix A: Safety, Regulatory, and Legal Informationwww.gateway.com■Some products are equipped with a three-wire power cord to make sure that the product is properly grounded when in use. The plug on this cord will only fit into a grounding-type outlet. This is a safety feature. If you are unable to insert the plug into an outlet, contact an electrician to install the appropriate outlet.■If you use an extension cord with this system, make sure that the total ampere rating on the products plugged into the extension cord does not exceed the extension cord ampere rating.■If your system is fitted with a TV Tuner, cable, or satellite receiver card, make sure that the antenna or cable system is electrically grounded to provide some protection against voltage surges and buildup of static charges.Care during use■Do not walk on the power cord or allow anything to rest on it.■Do not spill anything on the system. The best way to avoid spills is to avoid eating and drinking near your system.■When the monitor is turned off, a small amount of electrical current still flows through the monitor. To avoid electrical shock, always unplug all power cables and modem cables from the wall outlets before cleaning the system.■Unplug the system from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified personnel if:■The power cord or plug is damaged.■Liquid has been spilled into the system.■The system does not operate properly when the operating instructions are followed.■The system was dropped or the cabinet is damaged.■The system performance changes.Replacement parts and accessoriesUse only replacement parts and accessories recommended by Gateway.Warning To prevent electric shock, never remove the cover. No user serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to qualified service personnel.Important Do not use Gateway products in areas classified as hazardous locations. Such areas include patient care areas of medical and dental facilities, oxygen-laden environments, or industrial facilities.8508376.book Page 22 Thursday, October 18, 2001 9:20 AM
23Regulatory compliance statementswww.gateway.comRegulatory compliance statementsUnited States of AmericaFederal Communications Commission (FCC)Unintentional emitter per FCC Part 15This device has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio or television reception. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause interference to radio and television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:■Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna■Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver■Connect the equipment to an outlet on a different circuit from that to which the receiver is connected■Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.Compliance Accessories: The accessories associated with this equipment are: shielded video cable. These accessories are required to be used in order to ensure compliance with FCC rules.FCC declaration of conformityResponsible party:Gateway Companies, Inc.610 Gateway Drive, North Sioux City, SD 57049(605) 232-2000 Fax: (605) 232-2023This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation of this device is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.EPA ENERGY STARAs an ENERGY STAR® Partner, Gateway has determined that this product meets the ENERGY STAR guidelines for energy efficiency when used with a computer equipped with a Display Power Management System.Caution Changes or modifications not expressly approved by Gateway could void the FCC compliance and negate your authority to operate the product.8508376.book Page 23 Thursday, October 18, 2001 9:20 AM
24Appendix A: Safety, Regulatory, and Legal Informationwww.gateway.comNoticesCopyright © 2001 Gateway, Inc.All Rights Reserved4545 Town Centre CourtSan Diego, CA 92121 USAAll Rights ReservedThis publication is protected by copyright and all rights are reserved. No part of it may be reproduced or transmitted by any means or in any form, without prior consent in writing from Gateway.The information in this manual has been carefully checked and is believed to be accurate. However, changes are made periodically. These changes are incorporated in newer publication editions. Gateway may improve and/or change products described in this publication at any time. 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.In the interest of continued product development, Gateway reserves the right to make improvements in this manual and the products it describes at any time, without notices or obligation.Trademark Acknowledgments1-800-GATEWAY, ActiveCPR, ALR, AnyKey, black-and-white spot design, CrystalScan, Destination, DestiVu, EZ Pad, EZ Point, Field Mouse, Gateway 2000, Gateway Country, gateway.net, Gateway stylized logo, Perfect Scholar, Solo, TelePath, Vivitron, stylized “G” design, and “You’ve got a friend in the business” slogan are registered trademarks and black-and-white spotted box logo, GATEWAY, Gateway Astro, Gateway@Work, Gateway Connected touch pad, Gateway Connected music player, Gateway Cyber:)Ware, Gateway Education:)Ware, Gateway Flex Case, Gateway Gaming:)Ware, Gateway GoBack, Gateway Gold, Gateway Learning:)Ware, Gateway Magazine, Gateway Micro Server, Gateway Money:)Ware, Gateway Music:)Ware, Gateway Networking Solutions, Gateway Online Network (O.N.) solution, Gateway Photo:)Ware, Gateway Professional PCs, Gateway Profile, Gateway Solo, green stylized GATEWAY, green stylized Gateway logo, Gateway Teacher:)Ware, Gateway Video:)Ware, HelpSpot, InforManager, Just click it!, Learn@Gateway, Kids BackPack, SERVE-TO-ORDER, Server Watchdog, SpotShop, Spotshop.com, and Your:)Ware are trademarks of Gateway, Inc. Intel, Intel Inside logo, and Pentium are registered trademarks and MMX is a trademark of Intel Corporation. Microsoft, MS, MS-DOS, and Windows are trademarks or registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. All other product names mentioned herein are used for identification purposes only, and may be the trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies.8508376.book Page 24 Thursday, October 18, 2001 9:20 AM

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