IBM ThinkVision™ L190p Monitor L190p User's Guide English
T750_Sep.fm Page 2 Wednesday, May 22, 2002 10:13 AM First Edition (September/2003) Note: For important information, refer to the Monitor Safety and Warranty manual that comes with this monitor.
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ENGLISH Product Description The IBM ThinkVision L190p Monitor works with a computer with a suitable on-board sub-system or Video Adapter card that can support SXGA 1280 x 1024, XGA 1024 x 768, SVGA 800 x 600, or VGA 640 x 480 at 60 Hz.
2. Lift the monitor by placing your hands where indicated below. 3. Before using your monitor for the first time, remove the clear protective film from the front of the screen. Workplace Preparation This section gives advice on what you should consider before you set up your monitor. Height Position the monitor so that the top of the screen is slightly below your eye level when you sit at your workstation.
ENGLISH Viewing Angle ITALIANO ESPAÑOL DEUTSCH You can tilt the screen backward and forward, swivel left or right as well as lift up and down as shown below. FRANÇAIS Adjusting the Monitor Position Working Practices Rest JAPANESE Take regular breaks. Vary your posture, stand up and stretch occasionally as prolonged use of computer workstations can be tiring. Back Sit back in your chair and use the backrest.
Eyesight Working with monitors, in common with any prolonged close work, can be visually demanding. Look away from the screen periodically and have your eyesight checked regularly. Screen settings Set the screen brightness and contrast to a comfortable level. You may have to adjust this as the lighting changes during the day. Many application programs let you select color combinations which can help you to view in comfort. See the User controls section on page 19 for more information.
ENGLISH Connecting your Monitor for Analog Be sure to read the ‘Safety Information’ at the front of this User Guide before carrying out this procedure. 1. Turn off your computer and all attached devices. 2. Connect the signal cable to the video port on the back of your computer. This port might be directly attached to your computer (figure A), or it might be part of a video adapter card (figure B).
Connecting your Monitor for Digital 1. Turn off your computer and all attached devices. a 2. Tilt monitor all the way forward. 3. Connect the DVI connector at the end of the DVI-D signal cable (shipped with your Monitor) to the DVI port located on the back of the Monitor. See picture below.
DVI Signal Cable 5. Connect the power cord to the power port on the back of your monitor if the power cord supplied is not attached to the monitor. Then insert the plug into a properly grounded electrical outlet. 6. Use the cable holder (a) to neatly organize the video and power cables. 7. Switch on the power source and your computer. To turn on the monitor, push and release the power switch . To switch it off, push and release the power switch again.
Device Driver Installation Use the User's Guide and Installation Files CD that comes with your monitor to install the appropriate device driver for your operating system. Installing the Windows XP device driver To manually install or update the device driver for the Microsoft® Windows® XP operating system, perform the following steps: 1. Insert the User’s Guide and Installation Files CD into the computer CDROM drive. 2. Click Start Control Panel the Display icon. 3.
ENGLISH Click Next>, Next>, and then Finish to complete the installation. 8. Close the Display Properties window. 9. Remove the User’s Guide and Installation Files CD from the computer CD-ROM drive. Installing the Windows 2000 device driver FRANÇAIS 7. 1. Click Start 2. In the Display Properties window, click the Settings tab, and then click Advanced. 3. Click the Monitor tab, and then click Properties Driver. 4.
1. Click Start 2. In the Display Properties window, click the Settings tab, and then click Advanced. 3. Click the Monitor tab, and then click Change. 4. When the Update Device Driver Wizard window opens, follow the steps in the previous paragraph. 5. Remove the User’s Guide and Installation Files CD from the computer CD-ROM drive. Settings Control Panel and then double-click Display.
ENGLISH Insert the User’s Guide and Installation Files CD into the computer CDROM drive, type d:\ (change the drive letter to match your CD-ROM drive if it is not drive D) in the Copy manufacturer's files from: box, and click OK. 6. In the Select Device window, click the appropriate monitor model and then click OK. 7. In the Advanced Display Properties window, click Close. 8. In the Display Properties window, click OK. 9.
Auto Image Setup (Analog Only) Auto Image Setup The Setup Utility included on the setup diskette is for displaying dot patterns. They do not replace or modify the display driver. The Auto Image Setup instructions require the monitor to be warmed up for 15 minutes. This is not required for normal operation. When you first use your monitor you must perform Auto Image Setup. This procedure sets up your monitor to process the video signals from your computer without image discoloration or smearing.
ENGLISH If you are using PC-DOS/V, change to U.S. mode by typing ‘CHEV US’ and pressing ENTER at the command prompt. 2. Wait approximately 15 minutes, until the monitor warms up. 3. Insert the User’s Guide and Installation Files CD into the computer CDROM drive. 4. Display the command prompt screen of the DOS full-screen display. 5. Type d:\ (change the drive letter to match your CD-ROM drive if it is not drive D). 6. Type TESTPATD and press ENTER. 7.
Auto Image Setup for Windows 3.1, Windows 95, Windows 98, Windows NT, Windows 2000, Windows Me or Windows XP To optimize the displayed image automatically in Windows 3.1 , Windows 95, Windows 98, Windows NT, Windows 2000, Windows Me, or Windows XP, do the following: If the monitor is in standby mode (STANDBY ON), it may automatically turn off while you are waiting for it to warm up. The size and diversity of the dot pattern varies with the screen resolution. 1.
To abort the AUTO IMAGE SETUP function, press the ESC key. 9. When finished, the OSD main menu returns. Press the Exit button once to exit from the OSD. ENGLISH COMPL & WARR JAPANESE ITALIANO ESPAÑOL DEUTSCH 10. Press the ESC key to return to Windows. You have completed the monitor setup for Windows. If you are using the DOS operating system, go to .Auto Image Setup for DOS on page 15.
Manual Image Setup Normally, you can complete the setup procedure using AUTO IMAGE SETUP; however, if your screen image is still distorted after you perform AUTO IMAGE SETUP or the Installation CD does not run on your system, perform MANUAL IMAGE SETUP. If the monitor is in standby mode (STANDBY ON), it might automatically turn off while you are waiting for it to warm up. 1. Have your monitor turned on for about 15 minutes, until the monitor warms up. 2.
ENGLISH Adjusting Your LCD Monitor DEUTSCH FRANÇAIS User controls User control features OSD Input Change Switches the video input source. Inactive Image Setup Activates automatic image adjustment. Inactive Brightness Directly accesses to Brightness on the OSD main menu. Active OSD Enter Displays the OSD main menu. Active Power Switch Switches the monitor on and off. - • Main OSD menu controls Icon Control Description OSD Exit Exits from menus and sub-menus Exits the OSD.
Operation The image is already optimized for many display modes; however the user controls can be used to adjust the image to your liking. • Press the OSD Enter button to display the main OSD menu. • Use the Arrow buttons to move among the icons. Select an icon and press OSD Enter to access that function. If there is a sub-menu, you can move between options using the Arrow buttons, then press OSD Enter to select that function. Use the Arrow buttons to make adjustments. Press the button to save.
ENGLISH On-screen display (OSD) controls DEUTSCH Initial appearance of OSD ESPAÑOL The LCD monitor needs time to become thermally stable the first time you turn it on each day. Thus, to achieve more accurate adjustments for parameters, allow the LCD monitor to warm up (be On) for at least 15 minutes before making any screen adjustments. FRANÇAIS The settings adjustable with the user controls are viewed through the OnScreen Display (OSD). Press the OSD Enter button ( ) to activate the OSD.
OSD Icon on Main Menu Submenu Description Controls and Adjustments (Analog) Activates automatic image adjustment. Image Setup Controls Locked Automatic • • Manual Clock Phase Use the or button to adjust away the interference. If satisfactory results are not obtained using the Phase adjustment, use the Clock adjustment and then use Phase again. Adjusts intensity of red, green and blue. Image Properties Controls and Adjustments (Digital) Same as Analog Color 1.
ENGLISH Options Shows resolution, refresh rate, and product details. Note: This screen does not allow any changes to the settings. Same as Analog Information Language The language chosen affects only the language of the OSD. It has no effect on any software running on the computer. Select one of the 5 languages (English, French, Italian, German and Spanish) to use for the OSD.
OSD Icon on Main Menu Submenu Controls and Adjustments (Analog) Description Adjusts menu location on the screen. Options (Continued) Menu Position 1. Default Returns the menu position to the default settings. 2. Custom • Horizontal (H) Changes the horizontal position of OSD. • Vertical (V) Changes the vertical position of OSD. Resets monitor to the original settings. Reset • • Cancel Reset Does not make the adjustment. Resets the settings. Changes button repeat rate and menu time out setting.
ENGLISH 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 changes. This is normal and the image can be readjusted using AUTO IMAGE SETUP and the monitor controls. Unlike CRT monitors, which require a high refresh rate to minimize flicker, TFT technology is inherently flicker-free.
For image problems, you may want to run AUTO Setup again before consulting to this section. In most cases, AUTO SETUP can fix the problems. See Auto Image Setup for DOS on page 15 for details. Factory Set Display Modes Addressability Refresh Rate Horizontal Frequency Analog Digital 640 × 350 70 Hz 31.5 kHz Yes Yes 640 × 480 60 Hz 31.5 kHz Yes Yes 640 × 480 72 Hz 37.8 kHz Yes Yes 640 × 480 75 Hz 37.5 kHz Yes Yes 720 × 400 70 Hz 31.4 kHz Yes Yes 800 × 600 60 Hz 37.
ENGLISH The power management feature is invoked when the computer recognizes that you have not used your mouse or keyboard for a user-definable period. There are several states as described in the table below. As an ENERGY STAR® Partner, IBM has determined that this product meets the ENERGY STAR® guidelines for energy efficiency. Screen On Blinking green Normal Active off Blinking green Blank Restoring Operation Compliance Press a key or move the mouse.
Troubleshooting If you have a problem setting up or using your monitor, you might be able to solve it yourself. Before calling your retailer or IBM, try the suggested actions that are appropriate to your problem. Possible Cause Suggested Action Computer does not boot after the graphics adapter is installed There is another graphics adapter in the computer Remove the other graphics adapter plugged into one of the expansion slot.
ENGLISH The monitor is not receiving a video signal Check that the signal cable is firmly connected to the computer. Check that no pins are bent in the signal cable connector. The monitor is in the Power Management Suspend or Off state Press any key on the keyboard or move the mouse to restore operation. Check the Power Management software on your computer. Screen is blank and power indicator is Flashing green every 0.
Problem A few dots are missing, discolored, or inappropriately lighted. 30 Possible Cause Suggested Action The LCD contains over 3,900,000 thinfilm transistors (TFTs). A small number of missing, discolored, or lighted dots may be present on the screen, which is an intrinsic characteristic of the TFT LCD technology and is not an LCD defect.
ENGLISH If you are unable to correct the problem yourself, you may seek further help as follows: Call the IBM HelpCenter®. In the US call 1-800-IBM-SERV (800-426-7378) FRANÇAIS Further Help DEUTSCH In Canada (Toronto Only) call 416-383-3344 In Canada (all others) call 1-800-565-3344 In other countries contact your dealer, retailer, or other IBM authorized Servicer. Model and serial number from the label on your monitor. 2. Purchase receipt. 3. Description of problem. 4. Computer type and model.
Specifications This color monitor (Type-model 2704-Hx7) uses a 19-inch TFT LCD Dimensions 32 A. Lower Position Height : Depth : Width : 387.1 mm (15.24 in.) 237.0 mm (9.33 in.) 441.0 mm (17.36 in.) B. Higher Position Height : Depth : Width : 467.1 mm (18.39 in.) 237.0 mm (9.33 in.) 441.0 mm (17.36 in.) Weight Unpackaged: Packaged: 7.6 Kg ( 16.7 6 lb) 9.8 Kg ( 211 .
ENGLISH FRANÇAIS 10 to 35° C (50 to 95° F) - 20 to 60° C (-4 to 140° F) - 20 to 60° C (-4 to 140° F) ITALIANO ESPAÑOL DEUTSCH 10 to 80% 5 to 95% 5 to 95% JAPANESE Temperature: Operating: Storage: Shipping: Humidity: Operating: Storage: Shipping: COMPL & WARR Environment 33
Service Information The following parts are for use by IBM service, or IBM authorized dealers, to support the customer warranty. Parts are for service use only.
ENGLISH Notices and Trademarks FRANÇAIS This section contains information on notices and trademarks. Notices IBM may not offer the products, services, or features discussed in this document in all currently available in your area. Any reference to an IBM product, program, or service is not intended to state or imply that only that IBM product, program, or service may be used.
Trademarks The following terms, used in this publication, are trademarks or service marks of the IBM Corporation in the United States, other countries, or both: HelpCenter IBM ENERGY STAR® is a U.S. Govt. registered trademark. Microsoft® Windows®, and Windows NT are trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States, other countries, or both. Other company, product, and service names may be trademarks or service marks of others. © Copyright International Business Machines Corporation 2003.
