ViewSonic P220f manual Using the Monitor, Setting the Timing Mode

Using the Monitor

Setting the Timing Mode

Setting the timing mode is important for maximizing the quality of the screen image and minimizing eye strain. The timing mode consists of the resolution (example 1280 x 1024) and refresh rate (or vertical frequency; example 75 Hz). After setting the timing mode, use the OnView® controls to adjust the screen image.

The recommended timing mode for this monitor is:

VESA 1600 x 1200 @ 85 Hz.

To set the Timing Mode:

1Set the resolution: Right-click on the Windows® desktop > Properties > Settings > Desktop Area (Screen Area for Windows 95 and newer) > set the resolution.

2Set the refresh rate: See your graphic card's user guide for instructions.

NOTE: To minimize the adjustments required for an optimal screen image, select a timing mode from the Preset Timing Modes table below.

Preset Timing Modes

VGA 640 x 480 @ 60 Hz	VESA 1280 x 1024 @ 85 Hz
VGA 720 x 400 @ 70 Hz	VESA 1600 x 1200 @ 75 Hz
VESA 800 x 600 @ 85 Hz	VESA 1600 x 1200 @ 85 Hz
VESA 1024 x 768 @ 75 Hz	VESA (GTF) 2048 x 1536 @ 60 Hz
VESA 1024 x 768 @ 85 Hz	Macintosh 1152 x 870 @ 75 Hz
VESA 1280 x 1024 @ 75 Hz

WARNING: Do NOT set the graphics card in your computer to exceed the maximum refresh rates; doing so may result in permanent damage to your monitor.

Timing Modes with Maximum Refresh Rates

2048 x 1536 NI @ 68 Hz

1920 x 1440 NI @ 73 Hz

1600 x 1200 NI @ 87 Hz

1280 x 1024 NI @ 101 Hz

1152 x 864 NI @ 118 Hz

1024 x 768 NI @ 132 Hz

800x 600 NI @ 160 Hz

640x 480 NI @ 160 Hz

(NI = Non Interlaced)

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