Package Contents

Portable Display
USB Type C Cable
Power Adapter
Smart Cover
LCD-WPD-001-TX (Wi-Fi TX Dongle)
Quick Start Guide

Note: The cables included in your package may vary depending on your country. Please contact your local reseller for more information.

Product Overview

Front and Left Side View

Rear and Right Side View

LED Status


LED Color	Description
Blue	The monitor is turned on.
Amber	The monitor is in power saving mode.
Red	The monitor’s battery is charging.
Green	The monitor has finished charging.

Installing the Smart Cover

Using the Smart Cover

Note: When positioning the monitor upright, ensure that the button area is at the top to align with the smart cover.

Connecting to External Devices

Type C Connection

Connect a USB Type C cable to your external device, then connect the other end of the cable to a USB Type C port on the monitor.

Note:

The power output must be greater than 10W.
When setting the Volume to 100 and using Audio Mode, please make sure your laptop’s power output exceeds 15W.

Wi-Fi Display

Direct Wireless Cast

Connect the Wi-Fi TX Dongle to your external device.
Turn on the VG1656N by pressing the Power Button.
Press ▲ Up or ▼ Down to open the On-Screen Display (OSD) Menu.
Press ▲ Up or ▼ Down to select WiFi Display. Then press the Power Button.
The VG1656N can now directly wirelessly cast its screen.

USB Type C Signal Input

Connect the Wi-Fi TX Dongle to your external device.
On the monitor, press the Power Button to open the On-Screen Display (OSD) Menu.
Press ▲ Up or ▼ Down to select Input Select. Then press the Power Button to enter the menu.
Press ▲ Up or ▼ Down to select WiFi Display. Then press the Power Button.

Note:

Make sure your device is equipped with a USB Type C port that supports DisplayPort Alternate Mode for video output and power delivery capabilities.
The latency of Wi-Fi display is 50-100ms. The effective distance is up to 15 meters between the Wi-Fi TX dongle and VG1656N.
If there is a concrete wall blocking the Wi-Fi TX dongle and VG1656N, it will affect the data transfer and even disconnect. Please make sure there is no interference between the two.

Power Supply Detection

When the VG1656N is connected to a laptop or tablet as a signal source using a USB Type C to USB Type C cable, it will use 5V/1.5A to determine if the power is supplied by a laptop or tablet because this is the Wi-Fi module off state.

Power Input Power Select option Power Source

> 5V/1.5A Available Connected USB Type C device or VG1656N’s battery

< 5V/1.5A Unavailable VG1656N’s battery
When users turn on the WiFi Display option, by default, the VG1656N will be powered by its own battery when the Wifi Module is on to make sure the power supply is enough to support the WiFi module.

When the WiFi module is on, 5V/3A will be used to determine the power supply source.

Power Input Power Select option Power Source

> 5V/3A Available Connected USB Type C device or VG1656N’s battery

< 5V/3A Unavailable VG1656N’s battery

Power Delivery - Further Information

Due to the VG1656N’s design please note:

The first connected device will be the main input signal.
When a USB Type C port recognizes an external device as a power adapter, it will only distribute the power. It will NOT display the input signal.
Only when one of the USB Type C ports is recognized as a power adapter can the other one deliver two-way power.

If a laptop is connected first to the VG1656N, then a mobile phone is connected second, the mobile phone’s battery will not be charged as neither USB Type C port recognizes the connection as being connected to a power adapter.

Note: If you want to display the mobile phone’s screen, you must unplug the USB Type C cable connected to the laptop.

If a mobile phone is connected first to the VG1656N, then a laptop is connected second, the mobile phone’s battery will be charged as one of the USB Type C ports is recognized as being connected to a power adapter.

Note: If you want to display the laptop screen, you must unplug the USB Type C cable connected to the mobile phone.

Due to the VG1656N’s design, do not connect two laptops or one laptop and a desktop computer at the same time. This can cause power distribution conflicts, resulting in flashing screens or the forced shutdown of the laptop(s).

Battery Information


Item	Description
Charging Equipment Requirements	Charging Voltage:		8.8V
	Charging Current:		800mA
	Charging Cable:		USB Type C
Working Hours	Approximately 3 hours, depending on the usage situation.
Charging Current	Standard Charging		Quick Charge
Charging Current	800mA	6.5 hours	2000mA	3.5 hours
Recharging Port	USB Type C
LED Lighting Description	Charging	Charging Complete	Battery Low
LED Lighting Description	Red	Green	N/A

When the battery power is lower than 12% a warning message will show. The warning message window will stay on the screen until the user connects to a power source.

If the user does not take any action, the display will turn off the power after 30 seconds.

Note:

When connected to a ≥ 36W PD adapter, it will supply power to the VG1656N and charge the battery at the same time. At this time, the Power Select option will be grayed out.
When charging the VG1656N for the first time, please use the supplied PD power adapter or a charging device with 20V/1.5A or above and a USB Type C to C cable for a full charge.
Do not charge for more than 12 hours to avoid damaging the battery.
The VG1656N’s battery supports the following PD charging protocols: 9V/3A, 12V/2.5A, 15V/2A, 20V/1.5A.

Turning the Monitor On/Off

Press the Power Button to turn on the monitor.
To turn the monitor off, press and hold the Power Button for five seconds.

Note: The monitor will still consume some power as long as the power cord is connected to the power outlet. If the monitor is not being used for a long period of time, please disconnect the power plug from the power outlet.

Using the Control Panel Keys

Use the Control Panel Keys to access the Quick Menu and navigate the On-Screen Display (OSD) Menu.

Quick Menu

Press ▲ Up to adjust the Brightness level, and ▼ Down to adjust the Volume level.

Volume Adjustments
Brightness Adjustments

Note: Follow the key guide that appears on the screen to select the option or make adjustments.

On-Screen Display (OSD) Menu

General Operation

Press the Power Button to open the On-Screen Display (OSD) Menu.
Press ▲ Up or ▼ Down to select a menu option. Then press the Power Button to enter the selected menu
Follow the on-screen key guide to return to the previous screen.

Note: The OSD Menu will automatically close if there is no action after five seconds.

On-Screen Display (OSD) Menu Tree


Main Menu	Sub-menu
Input Select	Type C
	WiFi Display
	WiFi Re-Pair
Power Select	Type C
Power Select	Battery
Contrast	(-/+, 0~100)/1
Brightness	(-/+, 0~100)/1
Volume	(-/+, 0~100)/1
Audio Mode	Standard
	Voice
	Movie
	Music
Information
Memory Recall

Auto Pivot

With the Auto Pivot feature, the monitor can detect the image displayed and adjust the image’s orientation on the screen automatically when pivoting the screen vertically or horizontally.

Note:

For the monitor to automatically detect the rotation, vDisplay Managersoftware needs to be installed and activated. Please remember to enable “Auto” for the Screen Pivot function in vDisplay Manager.
Please make sure that the monitor is connected to the laptop/PC via a USB Type C cable to enable the Screen Pivot function.

Download and Install vDisplay Manager

To download and install vDisplay Manager:

Visit the ViewSonic website.
In the top right corner search for the product model (e.g., VG1656N).
Go to the bottom of the product page to find the download link for vDisplay Manager.
Click the link to begin the download.

Technical Specifications

Item	Category	Specifications
Model	P/N.	VG1656N
Model	No.	VS19904
LCD	Type	TFT Active Matrix 1920 x 1200 LCD; 0.1795 (H)mm x 0.1795 (V)mm pixel pitch
	Display Size	40.6 cm
	Display Size	16" (viewable)
	Color Filter	RGB Vertical Stripe
	Glass Surface	Anti-Glare type, Hard Coating (3H)
Input Signal	Video Sync	TMDS Digital (100 Ω) HDMI (v 1.4): f_h:15~82 kHz, f_v:50-75 Hz Type C: f_h :15~82 kHz, f_v :50~75 Hz
Compatibility	PC	up to 1920 x 1200
	Macintosh	up to 1920 x 1200
	Recommended	1920 x 1200 @ 60 Hz
Resolution^[1]	Supported	1920 x 1200 @ 60 Hz 1920 x 1080 @ 50, 60 Hz 1680 x 1050 @ 60 Hz 1600 x 1200 @ 60 Hz 1600 x 900 @ 60 Hz 1440 x 900 @ 60, 75 Hz 1400 x 1050 @ 60 Hz 1366 x 768 @ 60 Hz 1360 x 768 @ 60 Hz 1280 x 1024 @ 50, 60, 75 Hz 1280 x 960 @ 50, 60, 75 Hz 1280 x 768 @ 50, 60, 75 Hz 1280 x 720 @ 50, 60 Hz 1152 x 870 @ 75 Hz 1152 x 864 @ 60, 75 Hz 1024 x 768 @ 50, 60, 70, 72, 75 Hz 800 x 600 @ 56, 60, 72, 75 Hz 720 x 576 @ 50 Hz 720 x 480 @ 60 Hz 720 x 400 @ 70 Hz 640 x 480 @ 50, 60, 67, 72, 75 Hz 640 x 400 @ 60, 70 Hz 640 x 350 @ 70 Hz
Power^[2]	Input Voltage	AC 100-240V, 50/60Hz (auto switch)
Power^[2]	USB-C PD Adapter	VG1656N PD output complies with: 5V/3A, 9V/3A, 12V/3A, 15V/3A, 20V/3A.
Display Area	Active Size (H x V)	344.68 x 215.42 mm
Display Area	Active Size (H x V)	13.57” x 8.48”
Operating Conditons	Altitude	5 km
	Altitude	16,400 ft
	Relative Humidity	20% to 90% (non-condensing)
	Temperature	0° C to 40° C
	Temperature	32° F to 104° F
Storage Conditions	Altitude	12.1 km
	Altitude	40, 000 ft
	Relative Humidity	5% to 90% (non-condensing)
	Temperature	-20° C to 60° C
	Temperature	-4° F to 140° F
Dimensions	Physical (W x H x D)	356.7 x 234.9 x 9.6 mm
Dimensions	Physical (W x H x D)	14.0” x 9.2” x 0.4”
Weight	Physical	0.8 kg
Weight	Physical	1.9 lb
Power Consumption	On^[3]	8W (Typical)
Power Consumption	Off	< 0.3W

Notes

↑ Do not set the graphics card in your computer to exceed these timing modes; doing so may result in permanent damage to the display.
↑ The power output needs to be more than 10W to turn on the monitor
↑ The test condition follows EEI standards.

Compliance Information

This section addresses all connected requirements and statements regarding regulations. Confirmed corresponding applications shall refer to nameplate labels and relevant markings on the unit.

FCC Compliance Statement

This device complies with part 15 of FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules.

These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy, and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

Warning: You are cautioned that changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void your authority to operate the equipment.

Industry Canada Statement

CAN ICES (B) / NMB (B)

FCC Radiation Exposure Statement

This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. End users must follow the specific operating instructions for satisfying RF exposure compliance.

This transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter. This equipment should be installed and operated with a minimum distance of 20 centimeters between the radiator and your body.

The users manual or instruction manual for an intentional or unintentional radiator shall caution the user that changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

FCC ID: GSS-VS19904

IC Radiation Exposure Statement

The device for operation in the band 5150-5250 MHz is only for indoor use to reduce the potential for harmful interference to co-channel mobile satellite systems.

Antenna Info

Antenna Type:	Built-in antenna
Manufacturer:	WWXL
Model Name:	WWXL6010568
Antenna Gain:	1.8dBi
EIRP Max Power:	16.8dBm
Connector Type:	IPEX

CE Conformity for European Countries

The device complies with the EMC Directive 2014/30/EU and Low Voltage Directive 2014/35/EU.

The following information is only for EU-member states:

The mark shown to the right is in compliance with the Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment Directive 2012/19/EU (WEEE). The mark indicates the requirement NOT to dispose of the equipment as unsorted municipal waste, but use the return and collection systems according to local law.

Declaration of RoHS2 Compliance

This product has been designed and manufactured in compliance with Directive 2011/65/EU of the European Parliament and the Council on restriction of the use of certain hazardous substances in electrical and electronic equipment (RoHS2 Directive) and is deemed to comply with the maximum concentration values issued by the European Technical Adaptation Committee (TAC) as shown below.


Substance	Proposed Maximum Concentration	Actual Concentration
Lead (Pb)	0.1%	< 0.1%
Mercury (Hg)	0.1%	< 0.1%
Cadmium (Cd)	0.01%	< 0.01%
Hexavalent Chromium (Cr6⁺)	0.1%	< 0.1%
Polybrominated biphenyls (PBB)	0.1%	< 0.1%
Polybrominated diphenyl ethers (PBDE)	0.1%	< 0.1%
Bis (2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP)	0.1%	< 0.1%
Butyl benzyl phthalate (BBP)	0.1%	< 0.1%
Dibutyl phthalate (DBP)	0.1%	< 0.1%
Diisobutyl phthalate (DIBP)	0.1%	< 0.1%

Certain components of products as stated above are exempted under the Annex III of the RoHS2 Directives as noted below. Examples of exempted components are:

Copper alloy containing up to 4% lead by weight.
Lead in high melting temperature type solders (i.e. lead-based alloys containing 85% by weight or more lead).
Electrical and electronic components containing lead in a glass or ceramic other than dielectric ceramic in capacitors, e.g. piezoelectronic devices, or in a glass or ceramic matrix compound.
Lead in dielectric ceramic in capacitors for a rated voltage of 125 V AC or 250 V DC or higher.

Indian Restriction of Hazardous Substances

Restriction on Hazardous Substances statement (India). This product complies with the “India E-waste Rule 2011” and prohibits use of lead, mercury, hexavalent chromium, polybrominated biphenyls or polybrominated diphenyl ethers in concentrations exceeding 0.1 weight % and 0.01 weight % for cadmium, except for the exemptions set in Schedule 2 of the Rule.

Indian Restriction of Hazardous Substances

Restriction on Hazardous Substances statement (India). This product complies with the “India E-waste Rule 2011” and prohibits use of lead, mercury, hexavalent chromium, polybrominated biphenyls or polybrominated diphenyl ethers in concentrations exceeding 0.1 weight % and 0.01 weight % for cadmium, except for the exemptions set in Schedule 2 of the Rule.

Product Disposal at End of Product Life

ViewSonic® respects the environment and is committed to working and living green. Thank you for being part of Smarter, Greener Computing. Please visit the ViewSonic® website to learn more.

USA & Canada:
https://www.viewsonic.com/us/go-green-with-viewsonic

Europe:
https://www.viewsonic.com/eu/environmental-social-governance/recycle

Taiwan:
https://recycle.moenv.gov.tw/

For EU users, please contact us for any safety/accident issue experienced with this product:

	ViewSonic Europe Limited Haaksbergweg 75 1101 BR Amsterdam Netherlands
	+31 (0) 650608655
	EPREL@viewsoniceurope.com
	https://www.viewsonic.com/eu/

Battery Notice

Safety Precautions

To prevent the possibility of the battery from leaking, overheating, or causing fire please observe the following precautions:

Do not immerse the battery in water or seawater.
Do not use or leave the battery near a heat source such as a fire or heater.
Do not reverse the positive and negative terminals.
Do not discard the battery into a fire or other heat source.
Do not short-circuit the battery by directly connecting the positive and negative terminals with other metal objects such as wire.
Do not use or leave the battery in extremely hot conditions (e.g., in direct sunlight or a vehicle), otherwise, it can overheat, cause a fire, or its performance will degrade and its service life will be shortened.
If the battery leaks and the electrolyte gets into the eyes, do not the rub eyes. Immediately rinse the eyes with clean, running water and seek medical attention. Otherwise eye injury can result.
If the battery gives off an odor, generates heat, becomes discolored or deformed, or in any way appears abnormal during use, recharging, or storage, immediately remove it from the device and stop using it.
In the case the battery’s terminals are dirty, clean the terminals with a dry cloth before use. Otherwise, power or charge failure may occur due to the poor connection with the device.
Use the battery with only the accessories specified by the manufacturer.
This product has no parts which can be repaired by the user. Any damage caused by the user’s own disassembly is not covered by warranty. Repair operations should be performed by qualified professionals.
There is a danger of explosion if the battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the equipment manufacturer. Discard used batteries according to the battery manufacturer’s instructions.

This mark indicates the requirement to NOT dispose of the equipment

including any spent or discarded batteries or accumulators as unsorted

municipal waste, but use the return and collection systems available.

Copyright Information

Macintosh and Power Macintosh are registered trademarks of Apple Inc.

Microsoft, Windows, and the Windows logo are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and other countries.

ViewSonic® and the three birds logo are registered trademarks of ViewSonic® Corporation.

VESA is a registered trademark of the Video Electronics Standards Association. DPMS, DisplayPort, and DDC are trademarks of VESA.

ENERGY STAR® is a registered trademark of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA).

As an ENERGY STAR® partner, ViewSonic® Corporation has determined that this product meets the ENERGY STAR® guidelines for energy efficiency.

Disclaimer: ViewSonic® Corporation shall not be liable for technical or editorial errors or omissions contained herein; nor for incidental or consequential damages resulting from furnishing this material, or the performance or use of this product.

In the interest of continuing product improvement, ViewSonic® Corporation reserves the right to change product specifications without notice. Information in this document may change without notice.

No part of this document may be copied, reproduced, or transmitted by any means, for any purpose without prior written permission from ViewSonic® Corporation.

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