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Chapter 3 Reference information 3-7

Installing the monitor driver in Windows 11

To use the Plug and Play feature in Microsoft Windows 11, do the following:
1�  Turn off the computer and all attached devices�
2�  Ensure that the monitor is connected correctly�
3�  Turn on the monitor and then the system unit� Allow your computer to start the Windows 11 

operating system�

4�  From the Lenovo website https://pcsupport�lenovo�com/solutions/y27q_30, find the 

corresponding monitor driver and download it to a PC to which this monitor is connected 

(such as a desktop)�

5�  On the Desktop, move the mouse to the bottom-right corner of the screen, choose 

Setting

double click 

Control Panel

, then double click the icon of 

Hardware and Sound

, and then 

click 

Device Manager

6�  Click the 

Monitor

 tab�

7�  Click the 

Properties

 button�

8�  Click the 

Driver

 tab�

9�  Click 

Update Driver

, then click 

Browse the computer to find the driver program

10�  Select 

Pick from the list of device driver program on the computer

� 

11�  Click the 

Hard Disk

 button� By clicking the 

Browse

 button and navigate to the directory that 

you put your download drivers in�

12�  Select the “

Y27q-30.inf

” file and click the 

Open

 button� Click the 

OK

 button�

13�  In the new window, select 

Lenovo

 

Y27q-30

, and click 

Next

14�  After the installation is completed, delete all downloaded files and close all windows�
15�  Restart the system� The system will automatically select the maximum refresh rate and 

navigate to the following directory corresponding Color Matching Profiles�

Note:

 On LCD monitors, unlike CRTs, a faster refresh rate does not improve display quality� 

Lenovo recommends using either 2560 × 1440 at a refresh rate of 165 Hz, or 640 × 480 at a refresh 

rate of 60 Hz�

Getting further help

If you still can’t solve your problem, please contact the Lenovo Support Center� For more information 

on contacting the Support Center, please see “Appendix A� Service and Support” on page A-1

Summary of Contents for Y27q-30

Page 1: ...Lenovo Y27q 30 User Guide ...

Page 2: ...e and are sold to governmental entities as commercial items as defined by 48 C F R 2 101 with limited and restricted rights to use reproduction and disclosure LIMITED AND RESTRICTED RIGHTS NOTICE If products data computer software or services are delivered pursuant a General Services Administration GSA contract the use reproduction or disclosure is subject to restrictions set forth in Contract No ...

Page 3: ...ge 2 3 Using direct access controls 2 3 Using On Screen Display OSD controls 2 4 Selecting a supported display mode 2 7 Understanding power management 2 8 Power Manage ment Modes 2 8 Caring for your monitor 2 9 Detaching the monitor base and stand 2 9 Wall Mounting Optional 2 9 Chapter 3 Reference Information 3 1 Monitor specifications 3 1 Troubleshooting 3 3 Manually installing the monitor driver...

Page 4: ...this product will be attached must also be connected to properly wired and grounded power outlets To isolate the monitor from the electrical supply you must remove the plug from the power outlet The power outlet should be easily accessible To take special precautions to avoid the introduction of hazards when operating installing servicing transporting or storing equipment the necessary instruction...

Page 5: ...ormation Flyer Lenovo Limited Warranty Booklet Flat Panel Monitor Power Cord DP Cable USB 3 0 Cable Base Stand Lenovo LimitedWarranty Depending on many factors such as the processing capability of peripheral devices file attributes and other factors related to system configuration and operating environments the actual transfer rate using the various USB connectors on this device will vary and is t...

Page 6: ...creen face down on a soft flat surface 2 Insert the base towards the stand until it locks in place 3 Align the stand assembly bracket to the monitor Note To connect VESA mounting accessories refer to Wall Mounting Optional on page 2 9 Product overview In this section we will describe how to adjust the position of the monitor how to set user controls how to use the cable lock slot Adjustment type T...

Page 7: ...angle 30 30 Height Adjustment For height adjustment user needs to press down or lift up the monitor 135mm Monitor Pivot Adjust the screen position before rotating the monitor screen Make sure that the monitor screen ascent to its highest point and it inclines backward at 25 then rotate clockwise counterclockwise until the monitor stops at 90 135mm ...

Page 8: ...panel frame are accesses to various functions For information on how to utilize these keypad controls please see Adjusting your monitor image on page 2 3 Cable lock slot Your monitor is equipped with a cable lock slot located on the rear of your monitor in the lower position ...

Page 9: ...page iii 1 Power off your computer and all attached devices then unplug the computer power cord 2 Connect the cables according to below icon indication 3 Connect one end of the HDMI cable to the monitor HDMI connector and the other end to the computer HDMI HDMI Note Lenovo recommends that customers who require to use the HDMI input on their monitors purchase the Lenovo HDMI to HDMI Cable OB47070 w...

Page 10: ...o use the DP cable on their monitors to purchase the Lenovo DisplayPort to DisplayPort cable 0A36537 website www lenovo com support monitoraccessories 5 Connect the audio cable of the sound box and the audio jack of the monitor to transmit audio sources from DP and HDMI Note The audio outputs in DP HDMI modes Please be aware that excessive and or extreme volume might damage your hearing ability ...

Page 11: ... of the USB cable to an appropriate USB port on your computer 7 Connect one end of the USB cable to the USB downstream terminal on the side of the moni tor and connect the other end of the USB cable to an appropriate USB port on your device Note 1 The USB downstream port does not provide power while the monitor is switched off 2 Power output for USB A 5V 0 9A ...

Page 12: ...ed with this equipment The relevant national regional installation and or equipment regulations shall be considered The certified power cord used should not be lighter than the ordinary PVC flexible cord specified by IEC 60227 marking H05VV F 3G 0 75mm2 or H05VVH2 F2 3G 0 75mm2 According to IEC 60245 marking H05RR F 3G 0 75mm2 synthetic rubber cord should be used 9 Connect the cables with cable cl...

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Page 14: ...uter monitor for comfortable viewing by considering the following items Viewing distance Recommended viewing distance between the eye and the monitor screen is 1 5 x the diagonal of the screen Solutions in meeting this required distance in cramped office situations include pulling the desk away from the wall or divider to make room for the monitor using flat panel or compact displays to place the ...

Page 15: ...o be sure to use the adjustment capabilities of your computer components and office furniture to best suit your preferences now and as your preferences change over time Minor changes in posture can help avoid discomfort The longer you sit and work with your computer the more important it is to observe your working posture Avoid assuming any one posture for an extended period of time Periodically m...

Page 16: ... enters the Volume adjustment page Decrease Main menu 1 Press to decrease current value on adjustment bar 2 Press and hold for 3 seconds and then the adjustment bar will increase by 10 units Press and hold for 5 seconds and then the number of the adjustment bar will hit the minimum Volume No menu on the screen Quickly enters the Volume adjustment page Back Exit Main menu Returns to the previous me...

Page 17: ...Rate 165Hz Y27q 30 To use the controls 1 Press to open the main OSD menu 2 Use or to move among the icons Select an icon and press to access the selected function If there is a sub menu you can move between options using or then press to select that function Use or to make adjustments then press to save 3 Press to move backwards through the sub menus and exit from the OSD 4 Press and hold for 10 s...

Page 18: ... Off Off Left Top Right Top Left Bottom Right Bottom Over Clock Off Off On Support 180Hz Only DP port Scree Settings Brightness Adjusts overall screen brightness 75 0 100 All input ports Contrast Adjusts difference between light and dark areas 75 0 100 DCR Off Off On HDR Auto Auto HDR Photo HDR Movie HDR Game HDR 400 HDR Off Dark Boost Level 4 Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 Level 4 Scaling Mode Full Scre...

Page 19: ...es languages of menu Note The selected language only affects the language of the OSD It has no effect on any software running on the computer Volume 50 0 100 Button Repeat Rate Default Default Slow Off LED Indicator On Off On OSD Timeout Set the duration of time that the OSD will remain active when no operation is performed 10 5 60 1 seconds per unit Menu Position 0 0 100 Transparency 0 0 20 40 60...

Page 20: ...f your system has previously been used with a CRT monitor and is currently configured to a display mode outside the range of this monitor you may need to reattach the CRT monitor temporarily until you have re configured the system preferably to 2560 x 1440 at 165 Hz which is a common display mode The display modes shown below have been optimized at the factory Table 2 2 Factory set display modes A...

Page 21: ...is no image output to the monitor Off Off Blank Press the power button There may be a slight delay before the image reappears Power Manage ment Modes VESA Modes Horizontal Sync Vertical Sync Video Power Indicator Power Consumption Normal operation Active Active Active White 85 W maximum 54 W typical Active off mode Inactive Inactive Off Amber Less than 0 5 W Switch off Off Less than 0 3 W Maximum ...

Page 22: ...or base and stand Step 1 Place the monitor on a soft and flat surface Step 2 Remove the screws from base before detaching base and stand from the monitor 1 2 Wall Mounting Optional Refer to the instructions that come with the base mounting kit To convert your LCD display from a desk mounted to a wall mounted display do the following Step 1 Verify that the Power button is turned Off then disconnect...

Page 23: ...e size 685 7mm 27 inches Maximum height 597 7mm 23 52 inches Maximum width 335 7 mm 13 21 inches Pixel pitch 0 2331 mm 0 2331 mm 0 009 inches Power input Rating 100 240 VAC 50 60 Hz 1 5 A Power consumption Note Power consumption figures are for the monitor and the power supply combined Normal operation 85 W max 54 W Typical Standby Suspend 0 5 W Off 0 3 W Video input HDMI Input signal HDMI Horizon...

Page 24: ...izontal frequency 15 215 HDMI 15 256 DP KHz Vertical frequency 48 144 HDMI 48 165 DP Hz Native Resolution 2560 1440 165 Hz DP 2560 1440 165 Hz HDMI Temperature Operating 0 to 40 C 32 to 104 F Storage 20 to 60 C 4 to 140 F Shipping 20 to 60 C 4 to 140 F Humidity Operating 8 to 80 non condensing Storage 5 to 95 non condensing Shipping 5 to 95 non condensing ...

Page 25: ...ideo signal cable is not connected with the monitor or system completely Be sure the signal cable is firmly plugged into the system and monitor Connecting and turning on your monitor on page 1 5 The color settings may be incorrect Select another color setting from the OSD menu Adjusting your monitor image on page 2 3 The automatic image setup function was not performed Perform automatic image setu...

Page 26: ...LCD defect If there are more than five pixels missing contact the Support Center Appendix A Service andSupport onpage A 1 Lines or images are blurred in the text There are horizontal or vertical lines in images Image setup has not been optimized The Display Properties settings of your system have not been optimized According to the resolution of the monitor itself adjust the resolution setting of ...

Page 27: ...isplay icon 6 Click the Change the display settings tab 7 Click the Advanced Settings icon 8 Click the Monitor tab 9 Click the Properties button 10 Click the Driver tab 11 Click Update Driver then click Browse the computer to find the driver program 12 Select Pick from the list of device driver program on the computer 13 Click the Hard Disk button By clicking the Browse button and navigate to the ...

Page 28: ...anager 6 Click the Monitor tab 7 Click the Properties button 8 Click the Driver tab 9 Click Update Driver then click Browse the computer to find the driver program 10 Select Pick from the list of device driver program on the computer 11 Click the Hard Disk button By clicking the Browse button and navigate to the directory that you put your download drivers in 12 Select the Y27q 30 inf file and cli...

Page 29: ...en click Browse the computer to find the driver program 10 Select Pick from the list of device driver program on the computer 11 Click the Hard Disk button By clicking the Browse button and navigate to the directory that you put your download drivers in 12 Select the Y27q 30 inf file and click the Open button Click the OK button 13 In the new window select Lenovo Y27q 30 and click Next 14 After th...

Page 30: ...ance with product specifications and instructions natural or personal disaster or unauthorized alterations repairs or modifications The following are examples of misuse or abuse and not covered by warranty Images burned onto the screen of a CRT monitor Burned image is preventable by utilizing a moving screen saver or power management Physical damage to covers bezel base and cables Scratches or pun...

Page 31: ...Installation and configuration support through the Customer Support Center will be available until 90 days after the option has been withdrawn from marketing After that time the support is cancelled or made available for a fee at Lenovo s discretion Additional support is also available for a nominal fee Before contacting a Lenovo technical support representative please have the following informati...

Page 32: ...be incorporated in new editions of the publication Lenovo may make improvements and or changes in the product s and or the program s described in this publication at any time without notice The products described in this document are not intended for use in implantation or other life support applications where malfunction may result in injury or death to persons The information contained in this d...

Page 33: ...lecting and Recycling Services for the collecting reuse and recycling of disused computers and monitors For details visit the Lenovo Web site at https www lenovo com jp ja services_warranty recycle personal Pursuant to the Law for Promotion of Effective Utilization of Resources the collecting and recycling of home usedcomputers and monitors by the manufacturer was begun on October 1 2003 This serv...

Page 34: ...B 3 Y27q 30 Flat Panel Monitor User s Guide Power cords and power adapters Use only the power cords and power adapters supplied by the product manufacturer Do not use the ac power cord for other devices ...

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