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CHAPTER 1: Using Your Gateway Flat-Panel Monitor

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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.

Changing color depth and screen resolution

Color depth and screen resolution are two of the most basic monitor settings you may need to 
change to suit your needs.

Color depth

 is the number of colors your computer uses to display images on your monitor. Most 

images look best displayed with the maximum number of colors available. If the color in your 
images seems “false” or “jumpy,” especially after you have played a game or run a video-intensive 
program, check the color depth setting and return it to the highest color setting, if necessary.

Screen resolution

 is the number of pixels (individual colored dots) your computer uses to display 

images on your monitor. The higher the resolution, the more information and screen components 
(such as icons and menu bars) can be displayed on the monitor.

To change the color depth or screen resolution:

 

1

Click  

(

Start

), 

Control Panel

, then under 

Appearance and Personalization

, click 

Adjust 

Screen Resolution

. The 

Display Settings

 dialog box opens.

2

To change the color depth, click the Colors list, then click the color depth you want.

Low (8-bit)

 = 256 colors

Medium (16-bit)

 = 65,500 colors

Highest (32-bit)

 = 16,700,000 colors

3

To change the screen resolution, drag the 

Resolution

 slider to the size you prefer.

4

Click 

Apply

. If the new settings do not look right, click 

No

. If the new settings make the screen 

illegible and you cannot click 

No

, the settings return to their previous values after several 

seconds.

5

Click 

OK

, then click 

Yes

 to save your changes.

Help

For more information about adjusting the screen, click 

Start

, then click 

Help and 

Support

. Type 

adjusting monitor settings

 in the 

Search Help

 box, then press E

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Страница 1: ... USERGUIDE HX1901QV 18 5 inch Widescreen LCD Monitor ...

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Страница 3: ...g the Auto button 6 Using the left right arrow buttons 7 Changing Windows screen settings 8 Changing color depth and screen resolution 8 Video modes 9 Power management 10 Energy declaration 10 Maintenace 10 Troubleshooting 11 No power 11 No picture 11 Display colors are wrong 11 Picture has shadows or ghosts 12 Color is not uniform 12 Image is not sized or centered correctly 12 The monitor has pix...

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Страница 5: ... Using Your Gateway Flat Panel Monitor Connecting the monitor Adjusting the angle Starting the monitor Adjusting monitor settings Changing Windows screen settings Power management Maintenace Troubleshooting FAQs ...

Страница 6: ... can reach the back of each 2 Connect the blue VGA video cable to the blue VGA video connector under the back of the display 3 Ensure your computer is turned off Connect the other end of the VGA cable to the video port on the back of your computer OR If your computer has a digital video connector DVI connect a DVI video cable to the white connector under the back of the display option ...

Страница 7: ... and the monitor so you can reach the back of each 2 Connect the audio cable to the audio connector under the back of the display 3 Ensure your computer is turned off Connect the other end of the audio cable to the audio port on the back of your computer Connecting audio input option ...

Страница 8: ...ct your monitor from voltage spikes 3 To make sure that the monitor s power is correctly connected check the power icon above the power button The power icon should be orange If the power icon is not lit power is not connected Connecting a security cable You can secure your monitor to your computer desk or to another heavy object with a cable lock To connect a cable lock follow the cable lock s in...

Страница 9: ...le working posture This guideline places the center of the screen at an ideal 15 to 20 viewing angle for most desktop displays If the display has multiple users the screen height should be easily adjustable to accommodate each user s height and preference Screen tilt The screen should be tilted so your line of sight is perpendicular to the screen This angle creates the most consistent viewing dist...

Страница 10: ...ntrols see Changing Windows screen settings on page 8 Using the Menu and quick key buttons Using the Auto button Press the Auto button to automatically configure the settings If you are in the Settings menu pressing the Auto button will return you to the previous menu Press the power button below the monitor s power icon The power LED on the front panel close to the power button changes from clear...

Страница 11: ...ton to configure the vertical and horizontal position automatically V Position Moves the display image up and down You can also press the Auto button to configure the vertical and horizontal position automatically Clock Minimizes any vertical bars or stripes visible on the screen background The horizontal screen size will also change Phase Minimizes any horizontal distortion and clears or sharpens...

Страница 12: ...vidual colored dots your computer uses to display images on your monitor The higher the resolution the more information and screen components such as icons and menu bars can be displayed on the monitor To change the color depth or screen resolution 1 Click Start Control Panel then under Appearance and Personalization click Adjust Screen Resolution The Display Settings dialog box opens 2 To change ...

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Страница 14: ... View click Performance and Maintenance 2 Click Double click Power Options The Power Options Properties dialog box opens 3 Click Turn off monitor to open the list of values for this setting then click the amount of time you want to wait for the monitor to change to Standby mode 4 Click OK Your settings are saved and the dialog box closes Maintenace To keep the monitor in optimal working order Do n...

Страница 15: ...the mouse or press any key on the keyboard to bring the monitor out of sleep mode Restart your computer with the monitor turned on Make sure that the video cable is not damaged Check the end of the video cable for any pins that might be bent or pushed in Turn off the monitor and unplug the video cable from the back of your computer Turn the monitor back on and wait for ten seconds If the monitor i...

Страница 16: ...isplay image position see Adjusting monitor settings on page 6 The monitor has pixels that are always dark or too bright 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 re...

Страница 17: ...tiation What is HDCP and how do I troubleshoot it High bandwidth Digital Content Protection HDCP is a specification developed by the Intel Corporation to protect digital entertainment content that uses a digital visual interface DVI HDCP encrypts the transmission of digital content signal between the video source computer DVD player or set top box and the digital display monitor digital television...

Страница 18: ...s is because when the input was changed the receiver lost the HDCP signal Restart the HDCP enabled DVD player to allow renegotiation What is the cause if a movie starts and then slowly fades to static The receiving device is not HDCP compatible or it is not negotiating correctly Restart the video source and re plug all video cables from the source to the TV How do I know if a component is HDCP com...

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Страница 21: ...APPENDIXA 17 Safety and Legal Information Important safety information Environmental information Notices ...

Страница 22: ... the products plugged into the extension cord does not exceed the extension cord ampere rating If your system is fitted with a TV Tuner cable or satellite receiver card make sure that the antenna or cable system is electrically grounded to provide some protection against voltage surges and buildup of static charges Care during use Do not walk on the power cord or allow anything to rest on it Do no...

Страница 23: ...ct 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 If you need further assistance in recycling reusing or trading in your end of life product you may contact us at the Customer Care number listed in your product s user guide and we will be glad to help you with your effort Finally we suggest that you practice o...

Страница 24: ...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 In the in...

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