Contents Safety information ..................iv General Safety guidelines ....................iv Chapter 1. Getting started ................1-1 Shipping contents ......................1-1 Notice for use ........................1-1 Product overview ......................1-2 Setting up your monitor ....................1-4 Chapter 2. Adjusting and using your monitor ...........2-1 Comfort and accessibility ....................2-1 Arranging your work area ....................2-1 Positioning and viewing your monitor ...............2-1 Quick tips for healthy work habits ................2-2...
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Appendix A. Service and Support .............. A-1 Registering your option ....................A-1 Online technical support ..................... A-1 Telephone technical support ..................A-1 Appendix B. Notices ..................B-1 Recycling information ....................B-2 Trademarks ........................B-3 Power cords and power adapters ................B-3...
Safety information General Safety guidelines For tips to help you use your computer safely, go to: http://www.lenovo.com/safety Before installing this product, read the Safety Information. DANGER To avoid shock hazard: • Do not remove the covers. • Do not operate this product unless the stand is attached.
This User’s Guide provides detailed operation instructions for the user. For quick instruction overview, please see the Setup Poster for brief information. Lenovo R25f-30 supports Lenovo Display Control Center - Artery. Shipping contents The product package should include the following items: ■...
Product overview This section will provide information on adjusting monitor positions, setting user controls, and using the cable lock slot. Types of adjustments Tilt Please see the illustration below for an example of the tilt range. Swivel With the built-in pedestal, you can tilt and swivel the monitor for the most comfortable viewing angle.
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- then rotate clockwise until the monitor stops at 90° Monitor controls The keypad controls on the back cover are accesses to various functions. For information on how to utilize these keypad controls, please see “Adjusting your monitor image” on page 2-3. 1-3 R25f-30 Flat Panel Monitor User’s Guide...
Cable lock slot Your monitor is equipped with a cable lock slot located under the rear of your monitor. Setting up your monitor This section provides information on how to set up your monitor. Connecting and turning on your monitor Note: Be sure to read the Safety information on page iv before carrying out this procedure.
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3. Connect one end of the DP cable to the DP connector on the back of the computer, and the other end to the DP connector on the monitor. Lenovo recommends that customers who require to use the Display Port input on their monitor purchase the "Lenovo Display Port to Display Port cable 0A36537".
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5. Connect the speaker’s audio cable and audio jack of monitor to transfer audio source from Display Port, or HDMI. Note: The audio output in HDMI/DP modes. 6. Plug the monitor power cord and the computer cord into grounded electrical outlets. Note: A certified power supply cord has to be used with this equipment.
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9. When you install the monitor driver, download the driver that corresponds to your monitor model from the Lenovo website http://pcsupport.lenovo.com/solutions/ R25f_30. Refer to the "Manually installing the monitor driver"on page 3-5 section to install the driver. 1- 1-7 R25f-30 Flat Panel Monitor User’s Guide...
Healthy Computing Web site at: http://www.lenovo.com/healthycomputing/. Arranging your work area Use a work surface of appropriate height and available working area to allow you to work in comfort.
A short break from work gives your body a welcome change in posture and helps to ensure you remain comfortable and productive while you do work. 2- 2-2 R25f-30 Flat Panel Monitor User’s Guide...
Adjusting your monitor image This section describes the user control features used to adjust your monitor image. Using the direct access controls The direct access controls can be used when the On Screen Display (OSD) is not displayed. Icon Control Description Power DC Off / On...
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If there is a sub-menu, you can move between options using , then press to select that function. Use to make adjustments then press to save. 3. Press to move backwards through the sub-menus and exit from the OSD. 2-4 R25f-30 Flat Panel Monitor User’s Guide...
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Table 2-1. OSD functions OSD Icon on Controls and Sub menu Description Main Menu Adjustments All input ports [Standard] Standard FPS1 FPS2 Racing Game Mode Game1:[brightness/Over Drive/contrast/ Relative Gamma] Game2:[brightness/Over Drive/contrast/ Relative Gamma] [Level2] Game Level1 Over Drive Settings Level2 Level3 Level4 [Off] On/Off...
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*The overclocking function will automatically be disabled after 30 minutes. Prolonged use of the overclocking function may result in abnormal screen display or other adverse effects. Lenovo recommends a direct connection for this function. Please do not use an adapter cable or adapter. 2- 2-6 R25f-30 Flat Panel Monitor User’s Guide...
Selecting a supported display mode The display mode the monitor uses is controlled by the computer. Therefore, refer to your computer documentation for details on how to change display modes. The image size, position and shape might change when the display mode changes.This is normal and the image can be re-adjusted using automatic image setup and the image controls.
• Remove grease or finger marks with a damp cloth and a little mild dete gent. Detaching the monitor base and stand Step 1: Place the monitor on a soft and flat surface Step 2: Remove the screws from stand before detaching stand from the monitor. 2- 2-8 R25f-30 Flat Panel Monitor User’s Guide...
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 the power cord. Step 2: Lay the LCD display face down on a towel or blanket.
Troubleshooting If you have a problem setting up or using your monitor, you might be able to solve it yourself. Before calling your dealer or Lenovo, try the suggested actions that are appropriate to your problem. Table 3-2. Troubleshooting Problem...
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Problem Possible cause Suggested action Reference One or more of This is a characteristic of If there are more than five "Appendix A, the pixels appear the LCD technology and pixels missing, contact the Service and Support" discolored is not an LCD defect Support Center on page A-1 •...
Note: On LCD monitors, unlike CRTs, a faster refresh rate does not improve display quality. Lenovo recommends using either 1920 x 1080 at a refresh rate of 240 Hz, or 640 x 480 at a refresh rate of 60 Hz.
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Note: On LCD monitors, unlike CRTs, a faster refresh rate does not improve display quality. Lenovo recommends using either 1920 x 1080 at a refresh rate of 240 Hz, or 640 x 480 at a refresh rate of 60 Hz.
In addition, if your option is installed in a Lenovo computer, you might be entitled to service at your location. Your technical support representative can help you determine the best alternative.
Collecting and recycling a disused Lenovo computer or monitor If you are a company employee and need to dispose of a Lenovo computer or monitor that is the property of the company, you must do so in accordance with the Law for Promotion of Effective Utilization of Resources.
Trademarks The following terms are trademarks of Lenovo in the United States, other countries, or both: Lenovo The Lenovo logo ThinkCentre ThinkPad ThinkVision Microsoft, Windows, and Windows NT are trademarks of the Microsoft group of companies. Other company, product, or service names may be trademarks or service marks of others.