IBM ThinkVision™ L150/150p Monitor L150/150p User's Guide English
T750_Sep.fm Page 2 Wednesday, May 22, 2002 10:13 AM First Edition (June/2003) Note: For important information, refer to the Monitor Safety and Warranty manual that comes with this monitor.
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ENGLISH Setting up the monitor FRANÇAIS Product Description The IBM ThinkVision TFT LCD L150/L150p Color Monitor works with a computer with a suitable on-board sub-system or Video Adapter card that can support XGA 1024 x 768, SVGA 800 x 600, or VGA 640 x 480 at 60 Hz DEUTSCH The product package should include the following items: • User's Guide and Installation Files CD • Monitor Safety and Warranty Information Manual • IBM ThinkVision L150/L150p monitor Setup Guide ESPAÑOL • Power Cord • IBM ThinkV
3. Remove the shipping clip for L150p as shown below 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. Orientation Choose a position that gives the least reflection from lights and windows, usually at a right angle to any windows.
L150 You can tilt the screen backward and forward as shown below. 40 4 o o L150p You can tilt the screen backward and forward, swivel left and right, as well as lift up and down as shown below. 0 o 90 o 30 o 125mm 210 o Working Practices This section gives advice on how you can work comfortably and reduce fatigue. Rest Take regular breaks. Vary your posture, stand up and stretch occasionally as prolonged use of computer workstations can be tiring.
Back ENGLISH L170_E.fm Page 5 Tuesday, February 11, 2003 12:51 AM 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.
Connecting your Monitor for Analog ( for L150 and L150p) 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).
ENGLISH Purchase an industry standard DVI-D cable from your local computer supply store. 2. Turn off your computer and all attached devices. 3. Tilt monitor all the way forward. 4. Connect the DVI connector to the DVI port located on the back of the Monitor. See picture below. ESPAÑOL Connecting DVI Cable FRANÇAIS 1. DEUTSCH Connecting your Monitor for Digital Connect the DVI connector at the other end of the signal cable to the DVI port located on the back of the graphics adapter.
To update or install device drivers, follow the instructions in the Device Driver Installation section on page 10. 4. To optimise the displayed image, run Auto Setup by following the instructions in the Auto Setup section on page 13. ENGLISH DEUTSCH 3. ESPAÑOL Switch on your monitor by pushing and releasing the power switch marked . (To switch off your monitor, push and release the power switch again.) ITALIANO 2. JAPANESE Switch on the power source and your computer. COMPL & WARR 1.
L170_E.fm Page 8 Tuesday, February 11, 2003 12:51 AM Device Driver Installation Driver installation for Windows 95 or Windows 98 This section must be completed before continuing with the Windows 95 or Windows 98 Auto Setup on page 15 On LCD monitors, unlike CRTs, a faster refresh rate does not improve display quality. IBM recommends using either 1024 x 768 at a refresh rate of 60Hz or 640 x 480 at a refresh rate of 60Hz.
Driver Installation for Windows 2000 or Windows Me Ensure that the monitor is connected correctly. 3. Turn on the monitor and then the system unit. Allow the system to boot into Windows 2000 or Windows Me. 4. Open the DISPLAY PROPERTIES window by clicking START, SETTINGS, CONTROL PANEL and then double-clicking the DISPLAY icon. 5. Click the SETTINGS tab. 6. Click the ADVANCED button. 7. Click the MONITOR tab. 8. Click the PROPERTIES button. 9. Click the DRIVER tab. DEUTSCH 2.
L170_E.fm Page 10 Tuesday, February 11, 2003 12:51 AM Driver Installation for Windows XP This section must be completed before continuing with the Windows XP Auto Setup on page 15 On LCD monitors, unlike CRTs, a faster refresh rate does not improve display quality. IBM recommends using either 1024 x 768 at a refresh rate of 60Hz or 640 x 480 at a refresh rate of 60Hz. To use the Plug and Play feature in Microsoft® Windows® XP files should be loaded from the IBM Monitor CD. 1.
ENGLISH Auto Setup By pressing the Auto key, you will have direct access to Auto Adjustment. To optimise the displayed image a set-up utility is provided on the CD. Operation of the utility is dependent on the operating system on your computer. For correct operation locate the operating system on your computer from the table below and follow the appropriate instructions. You can choose to run AUTO SETUP for each operating system that you use.
L170_E.fm Page 12 Tuesday, February 11, 2003 12:51 AM Auto Setup for DOS To set up the monitor automatically in DOS, 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. If this happens, switch off the monitor and switch it on again after a few seconds. 1. If you are using PC-DOS/V, change to U.S. mode by typing ‘CHEV US’ and pressing ENTER at the command prompt. 2.
If the message CHECK SIGNAL CABLE is displayed, or if nothing is displayed, check: • that the video interface cable is connected properly. • the correct video adapter card is installed. • the correct supported display mode is selected for your computer. 2. Wait approximately 15 minutes, until the monitor warms up. 3. Drag the icon bar and tool bar, if they are displayed, to the bottom of the screen. 4. Insert the User's Guide and Installation CD into the computer CDROM drive. 5.
Manual Setup Manual setup is not required when using digital input. If the monitor is in standby mode (STANDBY ON), it might automatically turn off while you are waiting for it to warm up. Normally, you can complete the setup procedure using AUTO SETUP; however, if your screen image is still distorted after you perform AUTO SETUP or the Installation CD does not run on your system, perform MANUAL SETUP. 1. Have your monitor turned on for about 15 minutes, until the monitor warms up. 2.
ENGLISH Adjusting Your LCD Monitor FRANÇA IS User controls DE UTSC H Thinkvision User control features • Dirct access controls Image Setup Brightness 2 Activates automatic image adjustment. Directly accesses to Brightness on the OSD main menu. OSD Enter Displays the OSD main menu. Power Switch Switches the monitor on and off.
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 to select between options using the Arrow buttons, then press OSD Enter that function. Use the Arrow buttons to make adjustments. Press the button to save.
On-screen display (OSD) controls The settings adjustable with the user controls are viewed through the OnScreen Display (OSD). Press the OSD Enter button ( ) to activate the OSD. 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.
Description Activates automatic image adjustment. Image Setup Manual Clock Phase or button to adjust away the interference. Use the 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. Information Use or to select video signa. (Analog or Digital.) With this function, switch the screen from the analog to the digital mode or vice versa.
OSD Icon on Main Menu (Continued) Submenu Controls and Adjustments (Analog) Description Adjusts menu location on the screen. Options Controls and Adjustments (Digital) Same as Analog Menu Position 1. Default Returns the menu position to the default settings. 2. Custom • Horizontal Changes the horizontal position of OSD. • Vertical Changes the vertical position of OSD. Factory Reset • • Resets monitor to the origital settings. Does not make the adjustment. Resets the settings.
L170_E.fm Page 20 Tuesday, February 11, 2003 12:51 AM Further Information Display modes 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 SETUP and the monitor controls.
ENGLISH 640 × 350 70 Hz 640 × 480 60 Hz 640 × 480 72 Hz 640 × 480 75 Hz 720 × 400 70 Hz 800 × 600 60 Hz 800 × 600 72 Hz 800 × 600 75 Hz 1024 × 768 † 60 Hz 1024 x 768 70 Hz 1024 x 768 75 Hz DEUTSCH Refresh Rate ESPAÑOL Addressability FRANÇAIS Factory Set Display Modes † Recommended JAPANESE ITALIANO Note: VESA timings are as detailed in the VESA “Display Monitor Timing Specification”. Version 1.0, Revision 0.8, dated 09/17/98.
Power Management If your computer has previously been used with a CRT monitor and is currently configured to a display mode outside the range that the Flat Panel monitor can display, you may need to re-attach the CRT monitor temporarily until you have re-configured the computer, preferably to 1024 x 768 at 60Hz.
Troubleshooting The screen image is garbled or unusable (rolling screen images, overlapping screen images or a blank screen) The display driver is trying to use a setting your monitor does not support Select the correct monitor. No power to monitor Ensure that the electrical outlet and the monitor are both switched on. Check that the power cord is firmly plugged into the electrical outlet and the power supply unit. If the power cord plug has a removable fuse, replace it. Try another power cord.
L170_E.fm Page 24 Tuesday, February 11, 2003 12:51 AM Problem Possible Cause Suggested Action Screen is blank and power indicator is steady green Brightness and Contrast may be too low Adjust brightness and contrast. The monitor is in the Power Management Standby state Press any key on the keyboard or move the mouse to restore operation. Check the Power Management software on your computer The monitor is not receiving a video signal Check that the signal cable is firmly connected to the computer.
Reference FRANÇAIS Suggested Action ITALIANO ESPAÑOL DEUTSCH 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. JAPANESE A few dots are missing, discolored, or inappropriately lighted. Possible Cause COMPL & WARR Problem ENGLISH L170_E.
L170_E.fm Page 26 Tuesday, February 11, 2003 12:51 AM Further Help If you are unable to correct the problem yourself, you may seek further help as follows: Call the IBM HelpCenter®. In the US call 1-800-772-2227 In Canada (Toronto Only) call 416-383-3344 In Canada (all others) call 1-800-565-3344 If possible, stay by your computer. Your Technical Support Representative may wish to go through the problem with you during the call.
ENGLISH FRANÇAIS Specifications This color monitor (Type-model 6636-**1) uses a 15-inch TFT LCD Depth: Width: 214.0 mm ( 8.43 in.) 363.6 mm (14.31 in.) H: 439.7 mm (14.25 in ) L: 314.7 mm (12.39 in ) 237.0 mm ( 9.33 in ) 363.6 mm (14.31 in ) Weight Unpackaged: Packaged: 4.8 Kg (10.58 lb) 6.3 Kg (13.89 lb) 5.3 Kg (11.69 lb) 6.8 Kg (14.99 lb) Image Viewable Image Size: Maximum Height: Maximum Width: Pixel Pitch: 381.0 mm (15.0 in.) 228.1 mm (8.98 in ) 304.1 mm (11.97 in ) 0.297 mm (.012 in.
ENGLISH Lift Swivel L150p 10 to 35° C (5 to 95° F) 10 to 35° C (5 to 95° F) - 20 to 60° C (-4 to 140° F ) - 20 to 60° C (-4 to 140° F) - 20 to 60° C (-4 to 140° F ) - 20 to 60° C (-4 to 140° F 10 to 80% 10 to 90% 10 to 90% N/A N/A – 5° / + 40° 10 to 80% 10 to 90% 10 to 90% 125mm –150° / +150° – 0° / + 30° COMPL & WARR JAPANESE ITALIANO ESPAÑOL Tilt Temperature: Operating: Storage: Shipping: Humidity: Operating: Storage: Shipping: L150 FRANÇAIS Environment Model DEUTSCH Contents 30
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.
This section contains information on notices and trademarks. Notices FRANÇAIS Notices and Trademarks ENGLISH L170_E.fm Page 29 Tuesday, February 11, 2003 12:51 AM 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.
