CHAPTER Using Your Gateway Flat-Panel Monitor • Connecting the monitor • Setting up the optional stand • Setting up the optional speaker bar • Starting the monitor • Adjusting monitor settings • Changing Windows screen settings • Power management •...
CHAPTER 1: Using Your Gateway Flat-Panel Monitor Connecting the monitor To set up the monitor, first attach the base, then make your cable connections. Attaching the base To attach the base: Slide the monitor’s neck onto the base. Place the monitor face-up on a stable surface. A non-slip mat on a tabletop is ideal. Let the monitor neck hang down over the edge of the table.
If your computer has a digital video connector (DVI), connect a DVI video cable (not included) to the white connector under the back of the display. You can buy a DVI video cable from www.gateway.com. Make sure that your computer is turned off, then connect the other end of the video cable to the matching video port on the back of your computer.
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CHAPTER 1: Using Your Gateway Flat-Panel Monitor Connect other video sources (such as a DVD player, video camera, or receiver) to the appropriate video jacks on the back of the monitor. S-Video jack Composite video in jack • For basic video quality, connect your video device’s composite video in jack to the corresponding jack on the back of your monitor.
USB 2.0 port on your computer. Connect any USB device to one of the available USB 2.0 ports on the left side or back of the monitor. www.gateway.com USB in (“B” type) port USB ports...
CHAPTER 1: Using Your Gateway Flat-Panel Monitor Connecting power To connect power: Position your monitor so you can reach the back, then connect the power cord to the power connector under the back of the monitor. Plug the power cord into a correctly grounded power outlet. We recommend using a surge protector to protect your monitor from voltage spikes.
Setting up the optional stand Attaching the USB stand In the United States, you can buy an adjustable USB stand from www.gateway.com. The stand can be adjusted for height, tilt, and screen rotation. With EzTune software installed on your computer, a sensor inside your monitor detects the rotation mode (portrait or landscape) your monitor is in, and rotates the screen image accordingly.
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CHAPTER 1: Using Your Gateway Flat-Panel Monitor Slide the adjustable stand’s neck onto the base. Tighten the thumbscrew with your fingers (or a flat screwdriver) under the base to secure the neck into place. With the stand facing you, press the mounting bracket lever to the left and hold it, then remove the bracket from the stand.
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Attach the bracket to the LCD panel using the four screws you removed previously. Slide the neck’s bracket slot onto the bracket’s mounting tab. Press the bracket lever to the right and hold it, then lower the neck into place and release the lever.
CHAPTER 1: Using Your Gateway Flat-Panel Monitor Adjusting monitor height tension The stand is factory adjusted to maintain the height for your monitor. However, if it does not stay in place when you let go, you need to change the stand’s height tension. You also need to adjust the stand if the amounts of force required to raise and lower the monitor are not equal.
You may need to adjust lighting to avoid screen glare when the screen is tilted upward. Screen distance from user The screen should first be placed at arm’s length from the user, then adjusted back and forth to suit individual preference. www.gateway.com Tilt tension screw...
CHAPTER 1: Using Your Gateway Flat-Panel Monitor Connecting the USB hub The optional USB stand has a built-in, 4-port, USB 2.0 hub. To use these USB connectors, you need to connect the hub to power and to your computer. To connect your USB stand’s built-in USB hub: Plug the included USB cable into the USB In port on the back of your USB stand and into a USB 2.0 port on your computer.
Connect the speaker bar’s USB power cord to any available USB port on your computer. Connect the speaker bar’s headphone (green) and microphone (pink) cables to your computer’s headphone and microphone jacks. If it is not already on, turn on your computer. Turn on the speaker bar by rotating the power/volume knob clockwise. www.gateway.com...
CHAPTER 1: Using Your Gateway Flat-Panel Monitor Starting the monitor To start the monitor: Press the power button on the front of monitor. The power LED on the power button changes from purple (off) to blue (on). Turn on your computer. After your computer is running, the power LED on the monitor’s power button should be blue.
Press • To turn off the button icons and close the menu, wait about ten seconds without pressing a button. www.gateway.com (Menu) button on the front of your monitor. The rest of the button icons light Theme Select Input Select...
CHAPTER 1: Using Your Gateway Flat-Panel Monitor Using the main menu To use the main menu: Press the up and the shortcut menu opens. Important The EzTouch menu buttons are very sensitive, and may be “pressed” by holding your finger just above its surface. To completely “release” a touch button, make sure that you lift your finger well away from the button.
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PIP video display to your Windows desktop, which makes it easier to access your computer programs while watching video. Swap—Switches the PIP image to the main image, and the main image to the PIP image. PIP Picture—Opens a menu where you can set the PIP brightness, contrast, saturation, and tint/hue. www.gateway.com...
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CHAPTER 1: Using Your Gateway Flat-Panel Monitor OSD Menu Description Video Adjust menu Unless otherwise indicated, these settings apply only to SD (standard definition) video at 480i and below. Where “PC input” is indicated, the resolutions that apply are from 800 × 600 to 1680 × 1050.
Adjust the video scaling mode to Wide on the monitor. ■ Change the resolution of the Windows desktop to match the monitor’s full resolution of 1680 × 1050. For more information see www.gateway.com DVI** Component (Y Pb Pr) “Changing color depth and screen resolution” on page...
CHAPTER 1: Using Your Gateway Flat-Panel Monitor Changing Windows screen settings Adjusting the color depth and screen area are two of the most basic display settings you may need to change. You can also adjust settings such as the screen background and screen saver.
With EzTune, you can: • Change the orientation of the image (landscape to portrait) by just rotating the screen (requires the optional height-adjustable stand available in the U.S. at www.gateway.com) • Change brightness, contrast, and color balance •...
CHAPTER 1: Using Your Gateway Flat-Panel Monitor Video modes Your monitor supports several video modes. If you do not use the best mode for the monitor, the display image may look slightly “fuzzy.” Mode Resolution Horizontal frequency (kHz) 720 × 400 31.469...
Do not use any type of abrasive pad or glass cleaner. You will permanently scratch the screen. • To clean the monitor, use a soft cloth slightly moistened with water only. Wipe the cabinet, screen, and controls. www.gateway.com LED Indicator Power Consumption Blue <75 W Orange <5 W...
CHAPTER 1: Using Your Gateway Flat-Panel Monitor Troubleshooting Important Make sure that the monitor has warmed up for approximately 30 minutes before making any judgments about the picture quality. If you have problems with the monitor, the information in this troubleshooting section may help you solve them.
This condition is normal and inherent in the TFT technology used in active-matrix LCD screens. Gateway’s inspection standards keep these to a minimum. If you feel these pixels are unacceptably numerous or dense on your display, contact Gateway Customer Care to identify whether a repair or replacement is justified based on the number of pixels affected.
You can also use this monitor as your primary monitor and not use the notebook’s screen. Notebook computers typically have an F between your notebook’s display and an externally attached display. On Gateway notebooks, this key combination is F keys. See your notebook user guide for more information.
Make sure that your video card can display at 1680 × 1050 resolution. • This may be caused by older video drivers on your computer. See the Gateway support Web site (support.gateway.com) for updated video drivers for your computer. You can also go directly to your video card’s support Web site for the most up-to-date video drivers.
480i. Can I connect my game console to this monitor? Yes. Using optional video cables (available from the Gateway Accessory Store Web site) you can connect your game console directly to the monitor. If your game console supports Component (YPbPr), this results in the best picture quality.
Specifications Specifications are subject to change without notice or obligation. Many products for Gateway and its subsidiaries are custom engineered by our suppliers to Gateway specifications and may vary from similarly marketed products. Connections and inputs www.gateway.com Panel size 22 inches (diagonal)
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CHAPTER 1: Using Your Gateway Flat-Panel Monitor Humidity Operating: 20~80% (non-condensing) Storage: 5~90% (non-condensing) Altitude Operating: 12,000 feet (3,658 m) Storage: 40,000 feet (12,192 m) Security Kensington lock slot...
APPENDIX Safety, Regulatory, and Legal • Important safety information • Environmental information • Regulatory compliance statements • Notices Information...
Do not expose the monitor to rain or use near water. If the monitor does get exposed to moisture, unplug it and allow it to dry for 24 hours. Call Gateway Customer Care for advice on whether the monitor is safe to turn back on.
When your electrical or electronic equipment is no longer useful to you, “take it back” to your local or regional waste collection administration for recycling. ■ In some cases, your “end of life” product may be “traded in” for credit towards the purchase of new Gateway equipment. Call Gateway to see if this program is available in your area. ■...
Due to continuing system improvements, Gateway is not responsible for inaccurate information which may appear in this manual. For the latest product updates, consult the Gateway Web site at www.gateway.com. In no event will Gateway be liable for direct, indirect, special, exemplary, incidental, or consequential damages resulting from any defect or omission in this manual, even if advised of the possibility of such damages.
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