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Wrap the Cable Wrapper around the cables.
Remove the Rubber Cover from the back of the stand.
And then replace the Cable Cover.
 
 
						

							
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, if using the analog cable, press the Automatic Image
Setup key. Automatic image setup requires that the monitor is warmed up for at leas\
t 15
minutes. This is not required if you are using the DVI cable.
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 monit\
or.
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 co\
mputer.
For more detailed information on any of these topics, visit the Healthy \
Computing
Web site at: http://www.ibm.com/pc/ww/healthycomputing
Arranging your work area
Use a work surface of appropriate height and available working area to a\
llow you to
work in comfort.
Organize your work area to match the way you use materials and equipment. \
Keep
your work area clean and clear for the materials that you typically use \
and place the
items that you use most frequently, such as the computer mouse or telephone, within
the easiest reach.
Equipment layout and setup play a large role in your working posture. The following
topics describe how to optimize equipment setup to achieve and maintain \
good
working posture.
Positioning and viewing your monitor
Position and adjust your computer monitor for comfortable viewing by con\
sidering
the following items:· Viewing distance : Optimal viewing distances for monitors range from
approximately 510mm to 760mm (20 in to 30 in) and can vary depending o\
n
ambient light and time of day. You can achieve different viewing distances by
repositioning your monitor or by modifying your posture or chair positio\
n. Use a
viewing distance that is most comfortable for you.
· Monitor height : Position the monitor so your head and neck are in a comfortable
and neutral (vertical, or upright) position. If your monitor does not \
have height
adjustments, you might have to place books or other sturdy objects under\
 the base
of the monitor to achieve the desired height. A general guideline is to position the
monitor such that the top of the screen is at or slightly below your eye\
-height
when you are comfortably seated. However, be sure to optimize your monitor
height so the line of site between your eyes and the center the monitor \
suits your
preferences for visual distance and comfortable viewing when your eye mu\
scles
are in a relaxed state.
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· 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 monito\
r:
· Use adequate lighting for the type of work you are performing.
· Use the monitor brightness, contrast, and image adjustment controls, if \
equipped,
to optimize the image on your screen to meet your visual preferences.
· Keep your monitor screen clean so you can focus on the screen’s contents.
Any concentrated and sustained visual activity can be tiring for your ey\
es. Be sure to
periodically look away from your monitor screen and focus on a far objec\
t to allow
your eye muscles to relax. If you have questions on eye fatigue or visua\
l discomfort,
consult a vision care specialist for advice.
Quick tips for healthy work habits
The following information is a summary of some important factors to cons\
ider to
help you remain comfortable and productive while you use your computer.
· Good posture starts with equipment setup : The layout of your work area and
the setup of your computer equipment have a large effect on your posture while
using your computer. Be sure to optimize the position and orientation of your
equipment by following the tips outlined in 
“Arranging your work area” on page 2-1
so you can maintain a comfortable and productive posture. Also, be sure to use the
adjustment capabilities of your computer components and office furniture to best
suit your preferences now and as your preferences change over time.
· Minor changes in posture can help avoid discomfort : The longer you sit and
work with your computer, the more important it is to observe your working
posture. Avoid assuming any one posture for an extended period of time.
Periodically make minor modifications in your posture to help deter any
discomforts that might arise. Make use of any adjustments that your office
furniture or equipment provide to accommodate changes in posture
· Short, periodic breaks help ensure healthy computing : Because computing is
primarily a static activity, it is particularly important to take short breaks from
your work. Periodically, stand up from your work area, stretch, walk for a drink of
water, or otherwise take a short break from using your computer. A short break
from work gives your body a welcome change in posture and helps to ensur\
e you
remain comfortable and productive while you do work.
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Accessibility information
Lenovo is committed to providing greater access to information and techn\
ology 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 vendo\
rs or
accessed at: http://www.ibm.com/able/
Adjusting your monitor image
This section describes the user control features used to adjust your mon\
itor image.
Using the direct access controls
The direct access controls can be used when the On Screen Display (OSD)\
 is not
displayed.
Table 2-1. Direct access controls
Icon Control De s criptionImage Setup Activates automatic image adjustment.
Brightness Direct access to Brightness adjustment.
Inp ut C ha nge S witche s  the vid e o  inp ut so urc e.
Using the On-Screen Display (OSD) controls
The settings adjustable with the user controls are viewed through the On\
-Screen
Display (OSD), as shown below.
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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. Press 
 and hold for 10 seconds to unlock the OSD and
allow adjustments to the OSD.
5. Enables DDC/CI by default. Use OSD Exit Key, Press and hold the 
  button
for 10 seconds to disable / enable DDC/CI function. The words  DDC/CI
Disable or “DDC/CI Enable” will be displayed.
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Table 2-2. OSD functions
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OSD  Icon
on Main Menu Submenu Description Controls and
Adjus tme nts(Analog) Controls
and
Adjus tme nts (Digital)
Brightne ss - /Contrast Brightne ss
Adjusts overall brightness Same as
Analog
Contrast Adjusts difference between light and dark areas
Image
Position Horizontal Position Moves the image left or right. Controls
Lo ck ed not
required for
d igit a l inp ut
Vertical Position Moves the image up or down.
Image Setup Automatic Automatically optimizes the image.
Ma nua l Manually optimizes the image. See  Menual mage setup page 3-4.
   Clock
   Phase
   Save
Image
Properties ColorAdjusts intensity of red, green, and blue. Same as
Analog
Preset mode     
. Reddish           . sRGB   *        . Neutral          . Bluish
Custom    Red: Increases or decreases the saturation of red in the image.    Green: Increases or decreases the saturation of green in the image.
   Blue: Increases or decreases the saturation of blue  in the image.
   Save: Saves the custom color choices.
Input  Signal This monitor can accept video signals thro
ugh two  d iffe re nt c o nne cto rs.
Most desktop computers use a D-SUB connector. Select digital among
O S D C o ntro ls whe n yo u use  DVI c o nne c to r.    S e le cts  D- S UB (Analo g)
   S e le c t s  D VI  ( D igit a l)
Options Information Shows resolution, refresh rate, and product details. Note: This screen
d o e s no t a llo w a ny c ha nge s to  the  s e ttings. Same as
Analog
M e nu La ngua ge This se c tio n lists the  la nguage s  sup p o rte d  b y yo ur mo nito r.
Note:
 The  la ngua ge  c ho s e n o nly a ffe c ts the  la ngua ge  o f the  O S D.  It
has  no  e ffec t o n a ny so ftwa re  running o n the  c o mp ute r.
         * Note: Brightness and Contrast can not be adjusted in sRGB mod\
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OSD Icon on
Main MenuS ubme nu D e s cription Contro ls  and
Adjus tme nts(Analog) Controls  and
Adjus tme nts (Digital)
Options Menu Position Adjusts menu location on the screen. Same as Analog
Defa ult Re turns the  me nu p o sitio n to  the  d e fa ult se ttings.
C us to m    Ho rizo nta l: C ha nge s the  ho rizo nta l p o s itio n o f the  O S D.    Vertical: Changes the vertical position of the OSD.
   Save
F ac to ry De fa ult    Cancel
   Reset
Resets monitor to the original factory settings.
Accessibility C ha nge  b utto n re p e at ra te a nd  me nu time - o ut se ttings.
        Button repeat rate:
Select           to change.
   Off
   Default
   Slow
        Menu time out: Sets the length of time the OSD will
r e ma in a c t ive  a ft e r  t he  la s t  t ime  a  b ut t o n is  p r e s s e d .
Exit
Exit  t he  ma in me nu S a me  a s  Ana lo g
Table 2-2. OSD functions (continued)
Selecting a supported display mode
The display mode the monitor uses is controlled by the computer. Therefore, refer to
your computer documentation for details on how to change display modes.
The image size, position and shape might change when the display mode ch\
anges.
This is normal and the image can be readjusted using automatic image set\
up and the
image controls.
Unlike CRT monitors, which require a high refresh rate to minimize flicker, LCD or
Flat Panel technology is inherently flicker-free.
Note: If your system has previously been used with a CRT monitor and is currently
configured to a display mode outside the range of this monitor, you may need
to re-attach the CRT monitor temporarily until you have re-configured the
system; preferably to 1280 x 1024 at 60 Hz, which is the Native Resoluti\
on
Display mode.
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The display modes shown below have been optimized at the factory.
Table 2-3. Factory set display modes
Addre s s ability R e fre s h 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 56 Hz, 60 Hz, 72 Hz, 75 Hz
832 x 624 75 Hz
1024 x 768 60 Hz, 70 Hz, 75 Hz
1152 x 864 75 Hz
1280 x 720 60 Hz
1280 x 768 60 Hz
1280 x 1024 60 Hz, 70 Hz, 75 Hz
Image rotation
Before rotating the monitor, you should set-up your computer to rotate the image.
Rotating the image may require special rotation software or you may find\
 that your
computer is preloaded with video graphic drivers that allows image rotat\
ion. Check
the Graphic Properties setting on your computer to see if this feature i\
s available.
Try these steps to check if image rotation is available on your computer. 1. Right-click on the desktop and click  Properties.
2. Select the  Settings tab and click  Advanced.
3. If you have ATI, select the  Rotation tab and set the preferred rotation. If you have
nVidia, click the  nVidia tab, in the left-hand column select  NVRotate, and then
select the preferred rotation. If you have  Intel, select the Intel graphics tab, click
Graphic Properties , select the Rotation tab, and then set the preferred rotation.
Check with the manufacturer of your computer to see if graphic drivers w\
ith image
rotation can be downloaded from their support website.
Understanding power management
Power management is invoked when the computer recognizes that you have n\
ot used
your mouse or keyboard for a user-definable period. There are several states as
described in the table below.
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