LG Electronics L1717S manual

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    M ake sure to read the Important Precautions before using the product. Keep the User's Guide(CD) in an accessible place for furture reference. S ee the label attached on the product and quote this information to your dealer when you require service. L1717S User ’ s Guide[...]

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    A1 This unit has been engineered and manufactur ed to ensure your personal safety , however impr oper use may result in potential eletrical shock or fir e hazards. In order to allow the proper operation of all safeguards incorporated in this display , observe the following basic rules for its installation, use, and servicing. On Safety Use only the[...]

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    A2 Impor tant Precautions On Installation Do not allow anything to rest upon or roll over the power cord, and do not place the display where the power cord is subject to damage. Do not use this display near water such as near a bathtub, washbowl, kitchen sink, laundry tub, in a wet basement, or near a swimming pool. Displays are provided with venti[...]

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    A3 Connecting the Displa y Before setting up the monitor , ensure that the power to the monitor , the computer system, and other attached devices is turned off. Unfolding the stand base 1. Place the monitor with its front facing upward on a cushion or soft cloth. Expand the stand base to its first step degree (70˚), pulling it apart with two hands[...]

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    A4 Connecting the Displa y Folding the stand base 1. Face the front of the monitor and push the monitor backwards, following the sequence shown in the picture. Be careful not to squash your hands while you fold the stand base. This illustration depicts the general model of connection. Your monitor may differ from the items shown in the picture. Do [...]

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    A5 Connecting the Displa y Using the Computer 1. Connect the signal cable. When attached, tighten the thumbscrews to secure the connection. 2. Connect the power cord into a proper power outlet that is easily accessible and close to the display. 3. Press button on the front switch panel to turn the power on. When monitor power is turned on, the &apo[...]

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    A6 Control P anel Functions - + Front Panel Controls Buttons Use these buttons to select or adjust functions in the On Screen Display. MENU Button Use this button to enter or exit the On Screen Display. - + Control Function OSD LOCKED/UNLOCKED This function allows you to lock the current control settings, so that they cannot be inadvertently change[...]

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    A7 Control P anel Functions This Indicator lights up green when the display operates normally(On Mode). If the display is in Sleep Mode (Energy Saving), this indicator color changes to amber. Use this button to turn the display on or off. Power Button Power Indicator Use this button to enter a selection in the On Screen Display. AUTO/SET Button AUT[...]

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    A8 On Screen Displa y (OSD) Control Adjustment Screen Adjustment Making adjustments to the image size, position and operating parameters of the display is quick and easy with the On Scr een Display Control system. A short example is given below to familiarize you with the use of the contr ols. The following section is an outline of the available ad[...]

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    A9 NOTE The order of icons may differ depending on the model (A9~A12). On Screen Displa y(OSD) Selection and Adjustment The following table indicates all the On Scr een Display control, adjustment, and setting menus. To adjust the brightness, contrast and gamma of the screen PICTURE COLOR POSITION TRACKING SETUP Main menu Sub menu Reference PRESET [...]

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    A10 On Screen Displa y(OSD) Selection and Adjustment NOTE OSD (On Screen Display) menu languages on the monitor may differ from the manual. Y ou were intr oduced to the procedure of selecting and adjusting an item using the OSD system. Listed below are the icons, icon names, and icon descriptions of the all items shown on the Menu. Press the MENU B[...]

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    A11 On Screen Displa y(OSD) Selection and Adjustment Main menu Sub menu Description BRIGHTNESS CONTRAST GAMMA To adjust the brightness of the screen. To adjust the contrast of the screen. Set your own gamma value. : -50/0/50 On the monitor, high gamma values display whitish images and low gamma values display high contrast images. PICTURE PICTURE P[...]

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    A12 Main menu Sub menu Description CLOCK PHASE To minimize any vertical bars or stripes visible on the screen background.The horizontal screen size will also change. To adjust the focus of the display. This item allows you to remove any horizontal noise and clear or sharpen the image of characters. TRACKING If this does not improve the screen image[...]

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    A13 T roub leshooting No image appears Check the following before calling for service. No image appears Is the power cord of the display connected? Is the power indicator light on? Is the power on and the power indicator blue or green? Is the power indicator amber? Do you see an "OUT OF RANGE" message on the screen? Do you see a "CHE[...]

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    A14 T roub leshooting Display image is incorrect Display Position is incorrect. On the screen background, vertical bars or stripes are visible. Any horizontal noise appearing in any image or characters are not clearly portrayed. The screen color is mono or abnormal. The screen blinks. Press the AUTO/SET button to automatically adjust your display i[...]

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    A15 T roub leshooting Have you installed the display driver? Have you installed the display driver? Do you see an "Unrecognized monitor, Plug&Play (VESA DDC) monitor found" message? Be sure to install the display driver from the display driver CD (or diskette) that comes with your display. Or, you can also download the driver from our[...]

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    A16 Specifications NOTE Information in this document is subject to change without notice. Display Sync Input Video Input Resolution Plug&Play Power Consumption Dimensions &Weight (with tilt stand) Tilt Range Power Input Environmental Conditions Tilt Stand Signal cable Power cord 17 inches (43.2cm) Flat Panel Active matrix-TFT LCD Anti-Glare[...]

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    A17 Specifications PRESET MODE Display Modes (Resolution) Horizontal Freq. (kHz) Vertical Freq. (Hz) 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 *12 13 640 x 350 720 x 400 640 x 480 640 x 480 800 x 600 800 x 600 832 x 624 1024 x 768 1024 x 768 1152 x 870 1152 x 900 1280 x 1024 1280 x 1024 31.469 31.468 31.469 37.500 37.879 46.875 49.725 48.363 60.023 68.681 61.805 63.[...]

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    A18 Specifications - Optional VESA wall mounting Connected to another object (stand type and wall- mounted type. This monitor accepts a VESA- compliant mounting interface pad.- optional ) For further information, refer to the VESA Wall Mounting Instruction Guide. Kensington Security Slot - optional Connected to a locking cable that can be purchased[...]

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    A19 Digitally yours[...]