Using Your EV530 Monitor

    The EV530 monitor is a high-resolution color monitor with:

1024 × 768 maximum resolution
800 × 600 optimum resolution
Unlimited colors
Excellent contrast and legibility
Reduced power usage

    The microprocessor-based on-screen display (OSD) controls let you adjust a variety of image settings.

Setting up the monitor

    Setting up the monitor consists of two procedures: attaching the base and connecting the monitor cables. If you are setting up your computer for the first time, see the setup poster for more information about connecting additional peripheral devices.

To attach the base:

    1. Carefully set the monitor on its side with the bottom of the monitor facing you.

    2. Hold the base so the rounded end is pointing toward the back of the monitor, then align the hooks on the bottom of the base with the corresponding slots on the bottom of the monitor.

    1. Slide the base toward the front of the monitor so all hooks are securely in place. The retaining latch clicks into place when the base is attached correctly.

    2. Carefully set the monitor upright and place it on a sturdy, level surface.

To connect the power and video cables:

    1. Position the monitor and your computer so you can easily get at the back panel of each. Make sure that all power cables can reach a correctly grounded electrical outlet.

    2. Connect the video cable to the matching (blue) video port on the back of your computer.
    1. Tighten the screws on the video cable connectors to keep them from coming loose. Tightening the screws also prevents radio and TV interference.
    1. Connect the power cord that came with the monitor to the AC power connector at the back of the monitor. To maintain FCC standards, only use the cord that came with the monitor.
    1. Plug the other end of the power cord into a correctly grounded electrical outlet.

Removing the base

To remove the base:

    1. Turn off your computer, then disconnect the monitor's power cable.

    2. Carefully set the monitor on its side with the bottom of the monitor facing you.

    3. Rotate the base so you can easily get to the retaining latch on the bottom of the monitor, then press in the retaining latch.
    1. While pressing in the latch, slide the base toward the back of the monitor, then remove the base.

Starting the monitor

To start the monitor:

    1. Press and hold the power button for approximately one second. The power LED turns on, and the monitor demagnetizes itself for about five seconds.

    Caution

    Do not store tapes or diskettes next to the monitor because the monitor generates a strong magnetic field during startup. This field can erase or damage data stored on magnetic tapes or diskettes.

      1. Turn on your computer.

      2. After your computer is running, the power LED on the monitor should be green. If not, check the connections. For more troubleshooting information, see Troubleshooting.

      3. Adjust the controls to get the ideal image size and position for you. For more information, see Adjusting monitor settings.

    Adjusting monitor settings

      This monitor features an on-screen display (OSD) that lets you adjust and save contrast, brightness, and other settings for the display image.

    Menu. Press to view the OSD. Press again to exit.
    (left). Press to move between the OSD options. After selecting an option, use to adjust the setting.
    (right). Press to move between the OSD options. After selecting an option, use to adjust the setting.
    Select. Press to select an OSD option.

      The monitor saves any changes you make to the settings, even if you turn off the monitor.

    To adjust the monitor settings:

      1. Press the Menu button. The OSD menu opens.

      2. Use the and  buttons to highlight a menu option.

      3. Press the Select button to select the highlighted menu option, then use the and  buttons to adjust it.

      4. Press the Select button to return to the Main menu.

      5. When you have finished making all adjustments, press the Menu button to exit the OSD.

    OSD options

    Main menu Option

    Contrast. Increases or decreases display image contrast.

    Brightness. Increases or decreases display image brightness.

    Horizontal Position (H Position). Moves the display image to the left or right side of the screen.

    Horizontal Size (H Size). Increases or decreases the width of the display image.

    Vertical Position (V Position). Moves the display image to the top or bottom of the screen.

    Vertical Size (V Size). Increases or decreases the height of the display image.

    Pincushion. Curves the sides of the display image inward or outward.

    Trapezoid. Increases or decreases the trapezoid distortion of the display image.

    Pin Balance. Curves the display to the left or right.

    Parallelogram. Slants the display to the left or right.

    Rotation. Rotates the display image.

    Horizontal Moire (H Moire). Blurs the focus to minimize the horizontal line pattern which results from interference.

    Vertical Moire (V Moire). Blurs the focus to minimize the vertical line pattern which results from interference.

    Color. Adjusts color balance.

    Recall. Resets the monitor settings to the factory default settings.

    Language. Changes the display language for the OSD controls.

    Degauss. Demagnetizes the screen.

    Information. Displays the frequency and resolution in which the monitor is currently operating.

    Software controls

      Adjusting the color depth and screen resolution are two of the most basic monitor settings you may need to change.

    Adjusting the color depth

      Color depth is the number of colors the video card uses. Most images look best displayed with the maximum number of colors available.

      Windows lets you choose from several color depth settings for the monitor. We recommend that you use the 32-bit True Color setting or the highest setting available at all times.

      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 32-bit True Color, if necessary.

    To change the color depth:

      1. In Windows XP, click Start, then click Control Panel. The Control Panel window opens. If your Control Panel is in Category View, click Appearance and Themes.
        - OR -
        In Windows 2000, click Start, Settings, then click Control Panel. The Control Panel window opens.
      1. Click/Double-click the Display icon. The Display Properties dialog box opens.
      1. Click the Settings tab.

      1. Click the arrow button to open the Color quality or Colors list, then click the color depth you want.

      2. To save your changes in Windows XP, click OK, then click Yes.
        - OR -
        To save your changes in Windows 2000, click OK, then click OK again

      Help and Support

      For more information about adjusting display settings in Windows XP, click Start, then click Help and Support.

      Type the keyword changing display settings in the HelpSpot Search box , then click the arrow.

      Adjusting the screen resolution

        You can change the screen resolution to a size you prefer. For example, you can increase the resolution to fit more icons on your desktop, or you can decrease the resolution to make reading and identifying objects on the monitor easier. The higher the resolution, the smaller individual components of the screen (such as icons and menu bars) appear.

      To change the screen resolution:

        1. In Windows XP, click Start, then click Control Panel. The Control Panel window opens. If your Control Panel is in Category View, click Appearance and Themes.
          - OR -
          In Windows 2000, click Start, Settings, then click Control Panel. The Control Panel window opens.

        1. Click/Double-click the Display icon. The Display Properties dialog box opens.

        2. Click the Settings tab.

        1. Drag the Screen resolution or Screen area slider to the size you prefer.

        2. To save your changes in Windows XP, click OK, then click Yes.
          - OR -
          To save your changes in Windows 2000, click OK, then click OK again.

        Help and Support

        For more information about adjusting screen resolution in Windows XP, click Start, then click Help and Support.

        Type the keyword changing screen resolution in the HelpSpot Search box , then click the arrow.

        Power management

        ENERGY STAR

          As an ENERGY STAR® Partner, Gateway has determined that this product meets the ENERGY STAR guidelines for energy efficiency.

          This monitor complies with the EPA's International ENERGY STAR Program, which is a program designed to encourage manufacturers of computer equipment to build circuitry into their products to reduce energy consumption during time of non-use.

        Energy declaration

          When connected to a computer that supports the Display Power Management Signaling (DPMS) Protocol, this monitor can conserve significant energy by reducing power consumption during periods of non-use. When your computer goes into the energy saving mode, the monitor will then enter the Active Off mode (different from total shut down). In the Active Off mode the power LED will still show amber.

          Use these conventions and the power can be reduced to the following levels:

        State LED color Power consumption

        On

        Green

        75 W

        Active Off

        Amber

        Less than or equal to 3 W

          To "wake" the monitor when it is in Active Off mode, move your mouse or press any keyboard key.

          Access the power management options in the Control Panel to change the period of time after which the monitor enters these low power states.

        Maintenance

          To keep the monitor in optimal working order:

        Do not block the ventilation holes.
        Do not expose the monitor to rain or use near water.
        Keep the monitor away from radiators or heat vents.
        Keep the monitor out of direct sunlight.
        Keep the monitor away from any equipment that generates a magnetic field.
        Use a screen saver to avoid permanent phosphor discoloration. For more information about screen savers, see the documentation that came with your computer.
        Clean the monitor using a soft cloth lightly moistened with water. Wipe the cabinet, glass panel, and controls.

          Caution

          Do not use any type of abrasive pad or glass cleaner. You will permanently scratch the glass panel.

          Troubleshooting

            If you have problems with the monitor, the information in this troubleshooting section may help you solve them.

            Important

            Make sure that the monitor has warmed up for about 30 minutes before making any judgments about the picture quality.

            No picture

            Make sure that the monitor is turned on.
            Make sure that the power cord is connected correctly to both the back of the monitor and the wall outlet. For more information about connecting the power cord, see Setting up the monitor.
            Make sure that the video cable is connected securely to the back of your computer. For more information about connecting the video cable, see Setting up the monitor.
            If the power LED is amber or blinking amber:
            Make sure that your computer is turned on.
            Move the mouse or press any key on the keyboard to bring the monitor out of Active Off mode.
            Restart your computer with the monitor turned on.
            Make sure that the video cable is not damaged.
            Check the video port and 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 is functioning correctly, a self-diagnostic screen appears.

            Picture is scrambled

              If the picture is scrambled or does not look right, you can reset the monitor to its default video mode and resolution settings.

            To reset the monitor settings:

              1. Restart your computer, then press and hold F8 while your computer is starting up.

              2. Select Safe Mode or Enable VGA Mode, then press Enter. Your computer restarts.

              3. In Windows XP, click Start, then click Control Panel. If your Control Panel is in Category View, click Appearance and Themes.
                - OR -
                In Windows 2000, click Start, Settings, then click Control Panel.

              1. Click/Double-click the Display icon. The Display Properties dialog box opens.

              2. Click the Settings tab.

              3. Drag the Screen Resolution or Screen area slider to the size you prefer. If you are not sure what resolution to use, select
                800 × 600.

              4. To save your changes in Windows XP, click OK, then click Yes.
                - OR -
                To save your changes in Windows 2000, click OK, then click OK again.
              1. If prompted, restart your computer.
                The mode you have chosen should allow you to use your computer or select a different resolution or number of colors (select the maximum number possible). If the settings selected are beyond the monitor's display capabilities, the operating system restores the image back to the last saved settings in 15-20 seconds.

            Display colors are wrong

            Restart your computer with the monitor turned on.
            Make sure that the video cable is connected securely to the back of your computer. For more information about connecting the video cable, see Setting up the monitor.
            Make sure that the video cable is not damaged.
            Check the video port and the end of the video cable for any pins that might be bent or pushed in.

            Picture is fuzzy

            Picture bounces, jitters, or has waves

              Make sure that:

            Non-shielded speakers are not placed too close to the monitor.
            The monitor is not positioned too close to another monitor, power transformer or adapter, electric fan, fluorescent light, metal shelf, or laser printer.

              If none of these suggestions solves the problem, try plugging the monitor into another outlet, preferably one on a different circuit.

            Picture has shadows or "ghosts"

            Remove any extension cables or switchboxes.
            Make sure that the video cable is connected securely to the back of your computer. For more information about connecting the video cable, see Setting up the monitor.
            Make sure that the video cable is not damaged.
            Check the video port and the end of the video cable for any pins that might be bent or pushed in.

            Color is not uniform

              Make sure that the monitor warms up for at least 30 minutes before making a final judgment about color uniformity.

              Make sure that:

            Non-shielded speakers are not placed too close to the monitor.
            The monitor is not positioned too close to another monitor, power transformer or adapter, electric fan, fluorescent light, metal shelf, or laser printer.
            You demagnetize the screen using the Degauss feature in the OSD. For instructions on how to degauss the monitor, see Adjusting monitor settings.

            Image is not sized or centered correctly

            Image cannot be adjusted full screen

              Some video modes used by the monitor produce images that cannot be adjusted all the way out to the bezel edge (the edge where the screen glass and monitor casing meet).

              This condition does not indicate that the monitor is defective.

            Specifications

              Specifications are subject to change without notice or obligation.

              CRT

              15.0 inches diagonal (13.8 inches viewable), anti-glare, 90° deflection, 0.28 mm dot pitch

              Maximum resolution

              1024 × 768 @ 60 Hz non-interlaced

              Optimum resolution

              800 × 600 @ 75 Hz non-interlaced

              Display colors

              Unlimited

              Frequency range

              Horizontal, 30-56 KHz
              Vertical, 50-120 Hz

              Power input

              100-240 VAC

              Certifications

              UL, CSA, and FCC Class B

              Power management

              Meets International Energy Star requirements:

              Active Off mode = less than or equal to 3 W

              Environment

              Operating temperature:
              41° to 104°F (5° to 40°C)

              Operating humidity: 5% to 90%

                Many products for Gateway and its subsidiaries are custom engineered by our suppliers to Gateway specifications and may vary with similarly marketed products.