Using Your FPD Monitor

    The FPD monitor is a high-resolution color LCD with:

Over 16 million colors
Excellent contrast and legibility
Space-saving and lightweight design
Reduced power usage

Connecting the monitor

To connect the monitor:

    1. Position your computer and the monitor so you can easily reach the back panel of each.

    2. Set the monitor upright, then feed the power cable and the attached video cable through the hole in the stand.
    1. Lay the monitor on its back.
    1. Connect the power cord to the power connector underneath the bottom of the screen.
    1. If your computer supports analog video, connect the analog video cable to the analog connector underneath the bottom of the screen.
      - OR -
      If your computer supports digital video, connect the digital video cable to the DVI connector underneath the bottom of the screen (FPD 1830 and FPD 1930 only).

    Important

    The FPD 1530 and FPD 1730 monitors have one connection. These monitors do not support digital video.

    Make sure that you only connect one video cable to the monitor (FPD 1830 and FPD 1930) and computer.

      1. Return the monitor to its upright position.

      2. Make sure that your computer is turned off.

      3. If your computer supports analog video, then connect the analog video cable to the matching video port on the back of your computer.
        - OR -
        If your computer supports digital video, then connect the digital video cable (FPD 1830 and FPD 1930 only) to the matching video port on the back of your computer.
      1. Plug the power cord into a correctly grounded electrical outlet.

    Starting the monitor

    To start the monitor:

      1. Press the power button on the monitor. The power LED turns on.

      1. Turn on your computer.

      2. After your computer is running, the power LED on the monitor should be green. Allow about 10 seconds for the display image to appear. If the power LED is not green or you do not see a display image, check the connections. For more troubleshooting information, see Troubleshooting.

      3. Adjust the tilt of the monitor for the best viewing angle.

      4. After you see the Windows desktop, press the AUTO/SET button to automatically adjust the display image to the ideal settings.

      5. Use the on-screen display (OSD) to adjust other monitor settings. For more information, see Adjusting monitor settings.

      Important

      When adjusting the monitor settings, always press the AUTO/SET button before entering the OSD. This will automatically adjust the display image to the ideal settings for the current screen resolution.

      Adjusting monitor settings

        Use the external controls (located on the monitor itself) and software controls (accessible in Windows) to adjust the display image. For more information about software controls, see Software controls.

      External controls

        These monitors feature an on-screen display (OSD) that lets you adjust and save contrast, brightness, and other settings for the monitor. The monitor saves changes you make to the settings, even if you turn off the monitor.

      FPD 1530 and FPD 1730

      OSD.
      Press to view the OSD. Press again to exit.
      Arrows.
      OSD active: Press to select or adjust OSD options.
      OSD inactive: Press  and to adjust the contrast. Press  and  to adjust the brightness.
      AUTO/SET.
      OSD active: Press to enter a selection in the OSD.
      OSD inactive: Press the AUTO/SET button to automatically optimize the monitor's image position, clock, and phase.

      FPD 1830 and FPD 1930

      OSD.
      Press to view the OSD. Press again to exit.
      Arrows.
      OSD active: Press to select or adjust OSD options.
      OSD inactive: Press  and to adjust the contrast. Press and  to adjust the brightness. If your monitor is connected to an analog video port, press the up arrow button ( AUTO ) to automatically optimize your display's position, clock, and phase.
      SOURCE/SET.
      OSD active: Press to enter a selection in the OSD.
      OSD inactive: Press the SOURCE/SET button to view the source signal or switch between computers if you have two computers connected to the monitor.

      OSD options

      To adjust the OSD settings:

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

        2. Use the  and  buttons to highlight a control, then press the AUTO/SET button.

        1. Use the       buttons to adjust the control to the desired level.

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

      OSD menus

        You can access any of these menus in the OSD:

      OSD Menu Description

      Brightness. Press th e  and  b uttons to adjust the brightness of the screen. Use the lowest brightness setting you are comfortable with to maximize the life of the monitor backlights.

      You may need to readjust brightness after the monitor has warmed up.

      Contrast. Press th e  and  b uttons to adjust the contrast of the screen.

      Preset. Press th e  and  b uttons to adjust the color temperature.
      9300K is bluish white.
      6500K is reddish white.

      Red, Green, Blue. Press the  b utton to move to the next color.

      Press th e  and  b uttons to customize your color levels.

      Vertical position. Press th e  and  b uttons to move the image up and down.

      Horizontal position. Press th e  and  b uttons to move the image left and right.

      You can also use the Auto function to configure the vertical and horizontal position automatically. For more information on the Auto function, see "External controls".

      Clock. Press th e  and  b uttons to minimize any vertical bars or stripes visible on the screen background. The horizontal screen size will also change.

      Phase. Press th e  and  b uttons to remove any horizontal distortion and clear or sharpen the image of characters.

      FPD 1530 and FPD 1730 FPD 1830 and FPD 1930

      Language. Press th e  and  b uttons to change the language of the ODS display.

      OSD Position. Press th e  and  b uttons to adjust the OSD window position on the screen.

      Language. Press th e  and  b uttons to change the language of the ODS display.

      OSD Position. Press th e  and  b uttons to adjust the OSD window position on the screen.

      Mode Info. When changing screen resolution settings (for example, size or number of colors), display information is briefly shown on the screen.

      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 your 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 monitor 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.

          Video modes

            The monitor supports several video modes. Best screen resolution is:

          FPD 1530 - 1024 × 768
          FPD 1730 - 1280 × 1024
          FPD 1830 - 1280 × 1024
          FPD 1930 - 1280 × 1024

            The supported video modes are:

          Screen Resolution
          (display mode)
          Horizontal Frequency
          Vertical Frequency

          1

          640 × 480

          31.47 kHz

          60 Hz

          2

          640 × 480

          37.5 kHz

          75 Hz

          3

          720 × 400

          31.47 kHz

          70 Hz

          4

          800 × 600

          37.88 kHz

          60 Hz

          5

          800 × 600

          46.88 kHz

          75 Hz

          6

          1024 × 768

          48.36 kHz

          60 Hz

          7

          1024 × 768

          61.12 kHz

          75 Hz

          8

          1280 × 1024

          63.98 kHz

          60 Hz

            If you do not use the best mode for the monitor, the display image may look slightly "fuzzy" or may have a black border around the edges.

          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 VESA 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:

          VESA State LED Indicator Power Consumption

          On

          Green

          FPD 1530 - <35 W
          FPD 1730 - <45 W
          FPD 1830 - <55 W
          FPD 1930 - <45 W

          Active Off

          Amber

          All models - 2 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.

            To clean the monitor, use a soft cloth lightly moistened with water only. Wipe the cabinet, screen, and controls.

            Caution

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

            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 approximately 30 minutes before making any judgments about the picture quality.

              No power

                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 Connecting the monitor.

              No picture

              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 Connecting the monitor.
              Make sure that the video cable is connected securely to the back of the monitor and your computer. For more information about connecting the video cable, see Connecting the monitor.
              Make sure that the monitor power button is turned on.
              If the power LED is 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. For more information about connecting the video cable, see Connecting the monitor.

              Display colors are wrong

              Press the AUTO/SET or AUTO button, depending on the monitor model, to automatically adjust the display image to the ideal settings. For more information, see External controls.
              Restart your computer with the monitor turned on.
              Make sure that the video cable is connected securely to the back of the monitor and your computer. For more information about connecting the video cable, see Connecting 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 has shadows or "ghosts"

              Press the AUTO/SET or AUTO button, depending on the monitor model, to automatically adjust the display image to the ideal settings. For more information, see External controls.
              Remove any extension cables or switchboxes.
              Make sure that the video cable is connected securely to the back of the monitor and your computer. For more information about connecting the video cable, see Connecting 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 or brightness.
              Press the AUTO/SET or AUTO button, depending on the monitor model, to automatically adjust the display image to the ideal settings. For more information, see External controls.

              Image is not sized or centered correctly

              Press the AUTO/SET or AUTO button, depending on the monitor model, to automatically adjust the display image to the ideal settings. For more information, see External controls.
              Use the position controls to adjust the image. For instructions on how to adjust the display image position, see Adjusting monitor settings.

              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 Technical Support to identify whether a repair or replacement is justified based on the number of pixels affected.

              FPD 1530 Specifications

                Specifications are subject to change without notice or obligation.

                Monitor

                15-inch active-matrix TFT (Thin Film Transistor) LCD

                Best screen resolution

                1024 × 768

                Display colors

                Over 16 million colors

                Power input

                AC 100-240 V 50/60 Hz 0.6 A

                Power consumption

                Normal operation: <35 W

                Active Off operation: 2 W

                Dimensions

                14.96 × 8.07 × 14.45 inches (W × D × H)
                38.0 × 20.5 × 36.7 cm) (W × D × H)

                Power management

                Meets EPA Energy Star® and VESA DPMS requirements

                Certifications

                UL, cUL, EPA, NOM, and FCC Class B

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

                FPD 1730 Specifications

                  Specifications are subject to change without notice or obligation.

                  Monitor

                  17-inch active-matrix TFT (Thin Film Transistor) LCD

                  Best screen resolution

                  1280 × 1024

                  Display colors

                  Over 16 million colors

                  Power input

                  AC 100 - 240 V 50/60 Hz 1.0 A

                  Power consumption

                  Normal operation: <45 W

                  Active Off operation: 2 W

                  Dimensions

                  16.14 × 8.07 × 16.496 inches (W × D × H)
                  41.0 × 20.5 × 41.9 cm (W × D × H)

                  Power management

                  Meets EPA Energy Star® and VESA DPMS requirements

                  Certifications

                  UL, cUL, EPA, NOM, and FCC Class B

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

                  FPD 1830 Specifications

                    Specifications are subject to change without notice or obligation.

                    Monitor

                    18-inch active-matrix TFT (Thin Film Transistor) LCD

                    Best screen resolution

                    1280 × 1024

                    Display colors

                    Over 16 million colors

                    Power input

                    AC 100 - 240 V 50/60 Hz 1.0 A

                    Power consumption

                    Normal operation: <55 W

                    Active Off operation: <2 W at AC 115 V

                    Dimensions

                    17.40 × 8.07 × 16.89 inches (W × D × H)
                    44.2 × 20.5 × 42.9 cm (W × D × H)

                    Power management

                    Meets EPA Energy Star® and VESA DPMS requirements

                    Certifications

                    UL, cUL, EPA, NOM, and FCC Class B

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

                    FPD 1930 Specifications

                      Specifications are subject to change without notice or obligation.

                      Monitor

                      19-inch active-matrix TFT (Thin Film Transistor) LCD

                      Best screen resolution

                      1280 × 1024

                      Display colors

                      Over 16 million colors

                      Power input

                      AC 100 - 240 V 50/60 Hz 1.0 A

                      Power consumption

                      Normal operation: <45 W

                      Active Off operation: 2 W

                      Dimensions

                      18.0 × 8.0 × 17.5 inches (W × D × H)
                      45.72 × 20.32 × 44.45 cm (W × D × H)

                      Power management

                      Meets EPA Energy Star® and VESA DPMS requirements

                      Certifications

                      UL, cUL, EPA, NOM, and FCC Class B

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