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Quick Installation
1.Installing the Base 1.1Align the moni- tor with the opening in the
base. 1.2Note that the
longer section of the base points forward.
1.3Snap the moni- tor into its base.
A clear click sound will affirm that the base is connected correctly.
1.4Verify that the monitor is securely attached to the base by looking at the bottom of the base and making sure that the clips are fully engaged in the base.
2.Connect power cord (and AC/DC adapter if required)
3.Connect video cable
•Make sure both the LCD display and computer are turned OFF
•Remove rear panel covers if necessary
•Connect the video cable from the LCD display to the computer
Macintosh users: Models older than G3 require a Macintosh adapter. Attach the adapter to the computer and plug the video cable into the adapter.
To order a ViewSonic® Macintosh adapter, contact ViewSonic Customer Support.
4.Turn ON LCD display and computer
Turn ON the LCD display, then turn ON the computer. This sequence (LCD display before computer) is important.
NOTE: Windows users may receive a message asking them to install the INF file. This is on the CD.
5.Insert the ViewSonic Wizard CD into the
computer’s CD drive.
Follow the
•Wait for the
•Follow the
6.Windows users: Set the timing mode
(resolution and refresh rate) Example: 1280 x 1024 @ 60 Hz.
For instructions on changing the resolution and refresh rate, see the graphics card’s user guide.
Installation is complete. Enjoy your new ViewSonic LCD display.
To be best prepared for any future customer service needs: print this user guide and write the serial number in “For Your Records” on page 3. (See back of LCD display.)
You can register your product online at the ViewSonic website for your region. See the Customer Support table in this guide.
The ViewSonic Wizard
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Power Cord
AC Outlet
(Wall Socket)
Computer Power Cord
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