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VP3481

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Package Contents

  1. Monitor
  2. Power cord
  3. HDMI cable
  4. DisplayPort cable
  5. USB 3.1 Gen 1 Type C cable
  6. USB 3.0 upstream cable (Type B to Type A)
  7. Audio cable
  8. Quick start guide

Front View / Rear View

  • Front View
    Front View
  • Rear View
    Rear View
Letter Item
A Display Screen
B Control Panel Keys
C Power LED
D Security Slot

I/O Ports

I/O Ports
Number Item
1 AC IN
2 HDMI
3 DisplayPort
4 Audio Out
5 USB Type C
6 USB Type B Port (Upstream)
7 USB Type A Port (Downstream)

Stand Installation

  1. Place the monitor on a flat, stable surface with the screen facing down.
  2. Align and slide the upper hooks of the stand into the stand mounting slots.
  3. Lift the device into its upright position on a flat stable surface.
  • Align the hooks
    Align the hooks
  • Lift into an upright position
    Lift into an upright position
Always place the device on a flat, stable surface. Failure to do so may cause the device to fall and damage the device and/or result in personal injury.

Wall Mounting

Refer to the table below for the standard dimensions for wall mount kits.

For use only with a UL certified wall mount kit/bracket. To obtain a wall-mounting kit or height adjustment base, contact ViewSonic® or your local dealer.
Maximum Loading Hole Pattern (W x H) Interface Pad (W x H x D) Pad Hole Screw Specification & Quantity
14 kg 100 x 100 mm 115 x 115 x 2.6 mm Ø 5 mm M4 x 10 mm - 4 pieces
  1. Turn off the device and disconnect all cables.
  2. Place the device on a flat, stable surface with the screen facing down.
  3. Pull down slightly to disengage the hooks. Then remove the stand.
  4. Attach the mounting bracket to the VESA mounting holes at the rear of the monitor. Then secure it with four (4) screws (M4 x 10 mm).
  5. Follow the instructions that come with the wall mounting kit to mount the monitor onto the wall.
  • Disengage the hooks
    Disengage the hooks
  • VESA mounting points
    VESA mounting points

Using the Security Slot

To help prevent the device from being stolen, use a security slot locking device to secure the device to a fixed object.

Additionally, fastening the monitor to a wall or fixed object using a security cable can help support the weight of the monitor in order to prevent the monitor from falling over.

Below is an example of setting up a security slot locking device on a table.

Using the Security Slot

Connecting to Power

Connecting to Power
  1. Connect the power cord to the AC IN jack at the rear of the device.
  2. Connect the power cord plug to a power outlet.

Connecting External Devices

Note: To connect the monitor to an external device (PC, laptop…etc.), please use one of the included video cables for your application and connect it to both terminals.
  • HDMI Connection
    HDMI Connection
  • DisplayPort Connection
    DisplayPort Connection
  • USB Connection
    USB Connection
  • Audio Connection
    Audio Connection

HDMI

Connect one end of an HDMI cable to the HDMI port of your monitor. Then connect the other end of the cable to the HDMI port of your computer.

NOTE: The monitor is equipped with two HDMI 2.0 ports.

DisplayPort

Connect one end of a DisplayPort cable to the DisplayPort port. Then connect the other end of the cable to the DisplayPort or mini DP port of your computer.

NOTE: To connect the monitor to the Thunderbolt port (v. 1&2) on your Mac, connect the mini DP end of the “mini DP to DisplayPort cable” to the Thunderbolt output of your Mac. Then connect the other end of the cable to the DisplayPort port of the monitor.

USB

Connect one end of a USB cable to a USB port of the monitor. Then connect the other end of the cable to a USB port of your computer.

USB Number Description
Type A Two (2) Connection for your Type A peripheral device(s). (i.e. storage device).
Type B One (1) Connect the USB Type B male cable (square with 2 cut corners) to this port, and then connect the other end of the cable to the USB downstream port of your computer.
Type C Two (2) One (1) up stream, One (1) down stream. Make sure your Type C output device and cable support video signal transmission.

Audio

Plug the audio jack of the ear-/headphones into the Audio Out port of the monitor. Additionally, you can connect the monitor to a sound bar using an audio cable.

NOTE: The monitor is also equipped with dual speakers.

  • Height Adjustment
    Height Adjustment
  • Swivel Adjustment
    Swivel Adjustment
  • Tilt Angle Adjustment
    Tilt Angle Adjustment

Height Adjustment

Lower or raise the monitor to the desired height (0 to 130 mm).

NOTE: When adjusting, press down firmly along the adjustment track holding the monitor with both hands on the side.

Swivel Adjustment

Swivel the monitor to the left or right for the desired viewing angle (60˚).

Tilt Angle Adjustment

Tilt the monitor forwards or backwards to the desired viewing angle (-6˚ to 21˚).

NOTE: When adjusting, support the stand firmly with one hand while tilting the monitor forwards or backwards with the other hand.

Using the Control Panel Keys

Use the control panel keys to access the Quick Access Menu, navigate the On-Screen Display (OSD) Menu, and change the settings.

Control Keys

Quick Menu

Touch the 1/2/3/4 key to activate the Quick menu. Follow the key guide that appears on the screen to select options or make adjustments.

Quick Menu


  • Standard Color
    Standard Color
  • Contrast / Brightness
    Contrast / Brightness
  • Input Select
    Input Select
  • Main Menu
    Main Menu
Icon Name Description
Standard Color Standard Color Select one of the preset standard color settings.
Contrast/Brightness Contrast / Brightness Adjust the contrast or brightness.
Input Select Input Select Select the input source.
Main Menu Main Menu Enter the On-Screen Display (OSD) Menu.
Exit Exit Exit the Quick Menu.

Hot Keys

When the On-Screen Display (OSD) Menu is off, you can quickly access special functions by using the control panel keys.

Key Description
1 Press and hold the key for 5 seconds to select User mode. Then select the desired User mode to activate.
2+3 Press and hold the keys to lock/unlock the OSD Menu.

When the menu appears on the screen, continue holding both keys for 10 seconds to lock/unlock the OSD Menu.

2+4 Press and hold the keys to lock/unlock the Power button.

When the menu appears on the screen, continue holding the key for 10 seconds to lock/unlock the Power button.

3+5 Press the keys to display/hide the boot up screen when the device is turned on.
5 Press the key to enable/disable the low blue light function.

General Operation

  1. Press the 1/2/3/4 key to display the Quick Menu. Then press the 4 key to display the OSD Menu.
Display the OSD Menu
  1. Press the 1 or 2 key to select the main menu. Then press the 3 key to enter the selected menu.
Display the OSD Menu
  1. Press the 1 or 2 key to select the desired menu option. Then press the 3 key to enter the sub-menu.
Display the OSD Menu
  1. Press the 1 or 2 key to adjust/select the setting. Then press the 3 key to confirm.
Display the OSD Menu

NOTE: Certain menu option adjustments do not require the user to press the 3 key to confirm the selection. Follow the key guide that appears on the bottom of the screen to select the option or make adjustments.

  1. Press the 4 key to return to the previous menu.

OSD Tree

Input Select

Sub-menu Menu Option
HDMI 1
HDMI 2
Type C
Auto Detect On
Off

Audio Adjust

Sub-menu Menu Option
Volume (-/+, 0~100)
Mute On
Off
Audio Input Auto
DisplayPort
HDMI 1
HDMI 2
Type C
Sonic Mode Standard
Music
Theater
Audio Only On
Off

ViewMode

Sub-menu Menu Option
Off
Game FPS 1
FPS 2
RTS
MOBA
Movie
Web
Text
MAC Ultra Clear (-/+, 0~10)
Designer CAD/CAM Ultra Clear (-/+, 0~10)
Advanced-Sharpness (-/+, 0/25/50/75/100)
Black Stabilization (-/+, 0~10)
Animation Ultra Clear (-/+, 0~10)
Advanced-Sharpness (-/+, 0/25/50/75/100)
Black Stabilization (-/+, 0~10)
Video Edit Ultra Clear (-/+, 0~10)
Advanced-Sharpness (-/+, 0/25/50/75/100)
Black Stabilization (-/+, 0~10)
Photographer Retro Ultra Clear (-/+, 0~10)
Advanced-Sharpness (-/+, 0/25/50/75/100)
Advanced-Gamma (-/+, 1/8/2.0/2.2/2.4/2.6)
Photo Ultra Clear (-/+, 0~10)
Advanced-Sharpness (-/+, 0/25/50/75/100)
Advanced-Gamma (-/+, 1/8/2.0/2.2/2.4/2.6)
TruTone (-/+, 0~100)
Landscape Ultra Clear (-/+, 0~10)
Advanced-Sharpness (-/+, 0/25/50/75/100)
Advanced-Gamma (-/+, 1/8/2.0/2.2/2.4/2.6)
TruTone (-/+, 0~100)
Portrait Ultra Clear (-/+, 0~10)
Advanced-Sharpness (-/+, 0/25/50/75/100)
Advanced-Gamma (-/+, 1/8/2.0/2.2/2.4/2.6)
TruTone (-/+, 0~100)
Skin Tone (-/+, 0~10)
Black Stabilization (-/+, 0~10)
Monochrome Advanced-Sharpness (-/+, 0/25/50/75/100)
TruTone (-/+, 0~100)

Color Adjust

Sub-menu Menu Option
Contrast/Brightness Contrast (-/+, 0~100)
Brightness (-/+, 0~100)
Color Format Auto
RGB (Full Range)
RGB (Limited Range)
YUV (Full Range)
YUV (Limited Range)
Standard Color sRGB
EBU
SMPTE-C
REC 709
DICOM SIM
Custom Color Temperature Panel Default
Bluish
Cool
Native
Warm
User
Gamma Off
1.8
2.0
2.2
2.4
2.6
Black Stabilization (-/+, 0~10)
Advanced DCR (-/+, 0/25/50/75/100)
Gain Red (-/+, 0~100)
Green (-/+, 0~100)
Blue (-/+, 0~100)
Offset Red (-/+, 0~100)
Green (-/+, 0~100)
Blue (-/+, 0~100)
Hue Red (-/+, 0~100)
Green (-/+, 0~100)
Blue (-/+, 0~100)
Cyan (-/+, 0~100)
Magenta (-/+, 0~100)
Yellow (-/+, 0~100)
Saturation Red (-/+, 0~100)
Green (-/+, 0~100)
Blue (-/+, 0~100)
Cyan (-/+, 0~100)
Magenta (-/+, 0~100)
Yellow (-/+, 0~100)
Recall
Color Calibration CAL 1
CAL 2
CAL 3
Color Calibration Notice Remind Schedule Hour
Counter Hour
Recall

Manual Image Adjust

Sub-menu Menu Option
Sharpness (-/+, 0/25/50/75/100)
Aspect Ratio 1:1
4:3
16:9
OAR
Full Screen
Overscan On
Off
Low Input Lag Off
Advanced
Ultra Fast
Response Time Standard
Advanced
Ultra Fast
Blue Light Filter (-/+, 0~100)
Uniformity On
Off
Film Mode On
Off
FreeSync On
Off
HDR10 On
Off

Setup Menu

Sub-menu Menu Option
Language Select English
Français
Deutsch
Español
Italiano
Suomi
Русский
Türkçe
日本語
한국어
繁體中文
简体中文
Česká
Svenska
Resolution Notice On
Off
Information
OSD Timeout (-/+, 5/15/30/60)
OSD Background On
Off
Power Indicator On
Off
Auto Power Off On
Off
Sleep 30 minutes
45 minutes
60 minutes
120 minutes
Off
Multi-Picture Off
Quad Windows Top-Left DisplayPort
HDMI 1
HDMI 2
Type C
Top-Right DisplayPort
HDMI 1
HDMI 2
Type C
Bottom-Left DisplayPort
HDMI 1
HDMI 2
Type C
Bottom-Right DisplayPort
HDMI 1
HDMI 2
Type C
PBP Top-Bottom Top Source DisplayPort
HDMI 1
HDMI 2
Type C
Bottom Source DisplayPort
HDMI 1
HDMI 2
Type C
Swap
PBP Left-Right Left Source DisplayPort
HDMI 1
HDMI 2
Type C
Right Source DisplayPort
HDMI 1
HDMI 2
Type C
Swap
PIP PIP Source Select DisplayPort
HDMI 1
HDMI 2
Type C
PIP Position PIP H. Position (-/+, 0~100)
PIP V. Position (-/+, 0~100)
PIP Size (-/+, 0~100)
Swap
Dual Color sRGB
EBU
SMPTE-C
REC 709
DICOM SIM
Native
CAL 1
CAL 2
CAL 3
FPS 1
FPS 2
RTS
MOBA
Movie
Web
Text
MAC
CAD/CAM
Animation
Video Edit
Retro
Photo
Landscape
Portrait
Monochrome
ECO Mode Standard
Optimize
Conserve
Energy Saving On
Off
USB Charging On
Off
DisplayPort DisplayPort 1.1
DisplayPort 1.2
HDMI 2.0 On
Off
DDC/CI On
Off
Save As User 1
User 2
User 3
Recall
All Recall

Input Select

Audio Adjust

Menu Option Description
Volume Adjust the volume level.
Mute Enable this option to temporarily turn off the sound.
Audio Input Select the audio input source.
Sonic Mode Choose from three playback style options.
Audio Only Enable audio only playback.
Off Disable the function.

ViewMode

Menu Option Description
Off Disable the function.
Game Select this option for playing games.
Movie Select this option for watching movies.
Web Select this option for surfing the web.
Text Select this option for text-based tasks.
MAC Select this option when connecting to Mac computers.
Designer Select this option for viewing graphic design files.
Photographer Select this option for viewing photo files.

Color Adjust

Menu Option Description
Contrast/Brightness Contrast

Adjust the degree of difference between the lightest and darkest parts of the picture and change the amount of black and white in the image.

Brightness

Adjust the background black levels of the screen image.

Color Format The monitor can detect the input signal color format automatically. You can manually change the color format options to fit the correct color format range if the colors are not displayed correctly.
  • Auto: Automatically recognizes the color format and the black and white levels.
  • RGB (Full Range): The input signal color format is RGB and the black and white levels are full.
  • RGB (Limited Range): The input signal color format is RGB and the black and white levels are limited.
  • YUV (Full Range): The input signal color format is YUV and the black and white levels are full.
  • YUV (Limited Range): The input signal color format is YUV and the black and white levels are limited.
Standard Color The monitor comes with several display industry color standards. Each color mode can be selected for various applications of the monitor.
  • sRGB: Precise color gamut and gamma of sRGB standard.
  • EBU: Precise color gamut and gamma of the European Broadcasting Union standard.
  • SMPTE-C: Precise color gamut and gamma of SMPTE-C standard.
  • REC 709: Precise color gamut and gamma of ITU-R Rec. 709 standard.
  • DICOM SIM: Gamma curves are set to a DICOM simulation.
Custom Color Temperature

Select the color temperature setting.

  • Panel Default: Use the panel default mode.
  • Bluish: Set the color temperature to 9300K.
  • Cool: Set the color temperature to 7500K.
  • Native: A default color temperature. Recommended for general graphic design and regular use.
  • Warm: Set the color temperature to 5000K.
  • User: Custom user settings.
Gamma

Manually adjust the brightness level of the monitor’s grayscale levels.

Black Stabilization

Provide heightened visibility and detail by brightening dark scenes.

Advanced DCR

Automatically detects the image signal and intelligently controls the backlight brightness and color, to improve on the ability to make the black blacker in a dark scene, and make the white whiter in a bright environment.

Gain

Adjust white temperature to customize your User Color (can be saved in User Mode) or a specific color temperature and gain value (red, green, blue).

Offset

Adjust black levels for red, green, and blue. The gain and offset functions allow users to control the white balance for the upmost control when manipulating contrast and dark scenes.

Hue

Adjust the tint of each color (red, green, blue, cyan, magenta, and yellow).

Saturation

Adjust the color depth of each color (red, green, blue, cyan, magenta, and yellow).

Recall

Restore the Custom related settings to default.

Color Calibration Calibrate the monitor using the ViewSonic® Colorbration application with specific color sensors.
  • CAL 1: Display with the 1st user calibration mode.
  • CAL 2: Display with the 2nd user calibration mode.
  • CAL 3: Display with the 3rd user calibration mode.
  • Color Calibration Notice: Configure the calibration notice settings.
  • Recall: Reset the Color Calibration related settings to default.

Manual Image Adjust

Menu Option Description
Sharpness Adjust the picture quality.
Aspect Ratio Select the aspect ratio of the monitor.
Overscan Automatically enlarge the original picture horizontally and vertically to an equal aspect ratio that fills the screen.
Low Input Lag Select the appropriate speed to decrease input to output latency.
Response Time Adjusts the response time, creating smooth images without streaking, blurring, or ghosting.
Blue Light Filter Adjusts the filter that blocks high-energy blue light for a more comfortable viewing experience.
Uniformity Compensate any luminance and color uniformity imbalances on the screen, such as dark spots, uneven brightness, or illegible images on the screen.
Film Mode Enhanced picture quality is used to smooth out frame transitions while watching video. Film mode is only available for videos with a frame rate of 24fps.
FreeSync Puts an end to choppy gameplay and broken frames with fluid, artifact-free performance at virtually any framerate.
HDR10 Reduce the overall contrast of a given scene so that detail in the highlights and shadows can be seen.

Setup Menu

Menu Option Description
Language Select Select an available language for the OSD Menu.
Resolution Notice Enable this option to allow the system to inform users that the current viewing resolution is not the correct native resolution.
Information Display the monitor information.
OSD Timeout Set the length of time the OSD Menu remains on screen.
OSD Background Show/Hide the OSD background when the OSD Menu appears on the screen.
Power Indicator Set the Power Indicator On or Off. If the setting is set to On, the power indicator lights blue when the device is turned on.
Auto Power Off Enable this option to allow the monitor to automatically turn off after a certain amount of time.
Sleep Set the amount of idle time before the monitor enters Sleep mode.
Multi-Picture Off

Disable this function.

Quad Windows

Display four windows on a 2x2 split screen. User can specify the input source for each screen.

PBP Top-Bottom

Display two windows, a 1x1 split screen, side-by-side on the top and bottom of the screen. User can specify the input source for each screen.

PBP Left-Right

Display two windows, a 1x1 split screen, side-by-side on the left and right of the screen. User can specify the input source for each screen.

PIP

Split the screen into two parts, a main window and an inset window. User can specify the input source for each screen.

Dual Color

Display two different color settings in PIP or PBP mode.

ECO Mode Choose between various modes, based on power consumption.
DisplayPort Enable DisplayPort 1.1 or 1.2 support.
HDMI 2.0 Enable/Disable HDMI 2.0 support.
DDC/CI Enable this option to allow the monitor control via the graphics card.
Save As Set the personalized OSD configurations for User 1/User 2/User 3.
All Recall Resets all settings to their default values.

HDR10 (High-Dynamic-Range)

Reduces the overall contrast of a given scene so that detail in the highlights and shadows can be seen.

NOTE: Ensure the HDR setting is turned on on your device first before enabling the HDR10 on the monitor.
HDR10

To enable the HDR10 function:

  1. Press the 1/2/3/4 key to display the Quick Menu. Then press the 4 key to display the OSD Menu.
  2. Press the 1 or 2 key to select Manual Image Adjust. Then press the 3 key to enter the Manual Image Adjust menu.
  3. Press the 1 or 2 key to select HDR10. Then press the 3 key to enter its sub-menu.
  4. Press the 1 or 2 key to select On. Then press the 3 key to confirm.

Media

KVM

The KVM function allows the user to control two computers connected to the same monitor from a single keyboard and mouse.

NOTE: Only applicable in PBP (Picture-by-Picture) mode.

To connect the two computers to the monitor:

  1. Connect one end of the USB Type C cable to the USB Type C port of the monitor. Then connect the other end of the cable to the USB Type C port of the notebook.
  2. Connect one end of a DisplayPort cable to the DisplayPort of the monitor. Then connect the other end of the cable to the DisplayPort or mini DP of the computer.
  3. Connect the USB Type B male cable (square with 2 cut corners) to the USB Type B port of the monitor. Then connect the other end of the cable to the USB port of the computer.
KVM Connection

To enable PBP mode:

  1. Press the 1/2/3/4 key to display the Quick Menu. Then press the 4 key to display the OSD Menu.
  2. Press the 1 or 2 key to select the Setup Menu menu. Then press the 3 key to enter the menu.
  3. Press the 1 or 2 key to select Multi-Picture. Then press the 3 key to enter its sub-menu.
  4. Press the 1 or 2 key to select PBP Left-Right. Then press the 3 key to enable PBP mode.
Enable PBP Mode

To activate the KVM function:

  1. Press and hold the 1 key for one (1) second to activate the KVM function.
  2. Then you will be able to switch the cursor between the two screens (left/right window).
Activate KVM

Dual Color

The monitor comes with a dual color engine to display two different color settings in PIP (Picture-in-Picture) or PBP mode. You can set different color presets in both windows (Main Window and Secondary Window).

Dual Color

To configure Dual Color:

  1. Press the 1/2/3/4 key to display the Quick Menu. Then press the 4 key to display the OSD Menu.
  2. Press the 1 or 2 key to select the Setup Menu menu. Then press the 3 key to enter the menu.
  3. Press the 1 or 2 key to select Multi-Picture. Then press the 3 key to enter its sub-menu.
  4. Press the 1 or 2 key to select Dual Color. Then press the 3 key to enter its sub-menu.
  5. Press the 1 or 2 key to select the desired color setting. Then press the 3 key to confirm.

Multi-Picture

Multi-Picture allows users to further customize their work space by allowing up to four split windows from different inputs, displaying high resolution content with different aspect ratios, without distortion from the original input sources.

To enable Multi-Picture mode:

  1. Press the 1/2/3/4 key to display the Quick Menu. Then press the 4 key to display the OSD Menu.
  2. Press the 1 or 2 key to select the Setup Menu menu. Then press the 3 key to enter the menu.
  3. Press the 1 or 2 key to select Multi-Picture. Then press the 3 key to enter its sub-menu.
  4. Press the 1 or 2 key to select Quad Windows, PBP Top-Bottom, PBP Left-Right, or PIP. Then press the 3 key to enter the selected mode.

Quad Windows

Quad Windows

To specify the input source for each window:

  1. Press the 1/2/3/4 key to display the Quick Menu. Then press the 4 key to display the OSD Menu.
  2. Press the 1 or 2 key to select the Setup Menu menu. Then press the 3 key to enter the menu.
  3. Press the 1 or 2 key to select Multi-Picture. Then press the 3 key to enter its sub-menu.
  4. Press the 1 or 2 key to select Quad Windows. Then press the 3 key to enter its sub-menu.
  5. Press the 1 or 2 key to select the window of which you want to change the input source. Then press the 3 key.
  6. Press the 1 or 2 key to select the desired input source. Then press the 3 key to confirm.

PBP (Picture-by-Picture)

PBP Top-Bottom PBP Left-Right
PBP Top-Bottom PBP Left-Right
NOTE: To display full-sized images in the windows, please adjust the screen resolution to 3840 x 1080 (for PBP Top-Bottom mode) or 1920 x 2160 (PBP Left-Right).

To configure PBP:

  1. Press the 1/2/3/4 key to display the Quick Menu. Then press the 4 key to display the OSD Menu.
  2. Press the 1 or 2 key to select the Setup Menu menu. Then press the 3 key to enter the menu.
  3. Press the 1 or 2 key to select Multi-Picture. Then press the 3 key to enter its sub-menu.
  4. Press the 1 or 2 key to select PBP Top-Bottom or PBP Left-Right. Then press the 3 key to enter its sub-menu.
  5. To change the input source, select the source location (Top Source/Bottom Source or Left Source/Right Source) and press the 3 key.
  6. Then press the 1 or 2 key to select the desired input source and press the 3 key to confirm.
  7. To swap the two windows, select Swap and press the 3 key to confirm.

PIP (Picture-in-Picture)

Picture-in-Picture

To configure PIP:

  1. Press the 1/2/3/4 key to display the Quick Menu. Then press the 4 key to display the OSD Menu.
  2. Press the 1 or 2 key to select the Setup Menu menu. Then press the 3 key to enter the menu.
  3. Press the 1 or 2 key to select Multi-Picture. Then press the 3 key to enter its sub-menu.
  4. Press the 1 or 2 key to select PIP. Then press the 3 key to enter its sub-menu.
  5. To change the input source for the Inset Window, select PIP Source Select and press the 3 key. Then press the 1 or 2 key to select the desired input source and press the 3 key to confirm.
  6. To adjust the Inset Window position, select PIP Position and press the 3 key. Press the 3 key to select PIP H.Position or PIP V.Position. Press the 1 or 2 key to adjust the setting and press the 3 key to confirm.
  7. To adjust the Inset Window size, select PIP Size and press the 3 key. Then press the 1 or 2 key to adjust the setting.
  8. To swap the two windows, select Swap and press the 3 key to confirm.

Firmware Update

For the best display performance and to resolve any known issues, it is best to keep your monitor updated with the latest firmware version. With the supplied USB cable and Firmware Update Tool, you can easily update your monitor firmware.

You can visit: https://color.viewsonic.com/support/software/ to check and download the latest firmware version with the update tool.

To update the firmware:

Firmware Connection
  1. Check and download the Firmware Update Tool with latest firmware version for your monitor from: http://color.viewsonic.com/support/software/.
  2. Connect the USB Type B male cable (square with 2 cut corners) to the USB Type B port of your monitor. Then connect the other end of the cable to the USB port of the computer.
  3. Unzip the downloaded Firmware Update Tool and double-click on the .exe file or .pkg file. Then follow the on-screen instructions to complete the application installation.
  4. Launch the Firmware Update Tool. The application will automatically detect and verify your monitor model and current firmware version.
  5. Click Update to upgrade your monitor firmware.
  6. Wait until the upgrade process is complete.
NOTE: Any interruptions during the firmware upgrade process may permanently damage your monitor. Do not disconnect the USB cable or turn off your PC and monitor.

Technical Specifications

Model No. P/N
VS17736 VP3481
Item Category Specifications
LCD Type VA Type, a-si TFT LCD,

Active Matrix WQHD+ 3440 x 1440 0.23175 mm x 0.23175 mm pixel pitch

Display Size 81.3 cm, 32"
Color Filter RGB vertical stripe
Glass Surface Anti-Glare type, 3H hard coating
Input Signal Video Sync TMDS digital (100 Ω)

HDMI: fh:15-135 Khz, fv:24-100 Hz

DisplayPort: fh:15-135 Khz, fv:24-100 Hz

Type C: fh:15-135 Khz, fv:24-100 Hz

Compatibility PC up to 3440 x 1440
Macintosh up to 3440 x 1440
Recommended 3440 x 1440 @ 60Hz
Resolution[1] Supported
  • 3440 x 1440 @ 24, 25, 30, 50, 60, 100Hz
  • 2560 x 1440 @ 60Hz
  • 2560 x 1080 @ 24, 25, 30, 50, 60Hz
  • 2048 x 1152 @ 60Hz
  • 1920 x 1600 @ 60Hz
  • 1920 x 1440 @ 60Hz
  • 1920 x 1200 @ 60Hz
  • 1920 x 1080 @ 24, 25, 30, 50, 60Hz
  • 1680 x 1050 @ 60Hz
  • 1600 x 1200 @ 60Hz
  • 1600 x 900 @ 60Hz
  • 1400 x 1050 @ 60, 75Hz
  • 1400 x 900 @ 60, 75Hz
  • 1366 x 768 @ 60Hz
  • 1360 x 768 @ 60Hz
  • 1280 x 1024 @ 50, 60, 75Hz
  • 1280 x 960 @ 50, 60, 75Hz
  • 1280 x 800 @ 60Hz
  • 1280 x 768 @ 50, 60Hz
  • 1280 x 720 @ 24, 25, 30, 50, 60Hz
  • 1152 x 900 @ 67Hz
  • 1152 x 864 @ 75Hz
  • 1024 x 768 @ 50, 60, 70, 72Hz
  • 848 x 480 @ 60Hz
  • 800 x 600 @ 56, 60, 72Hz
  • 720 x 576 @ 50Hz
  • 720 x 480 @ 60Hz
  • 720 x 400 @ 70Hz
  • 640 x 480 @ 50, 60, 67, 72Hz
  • 640 x 400 @ 60, 70Hz
  • 640 x 350 @ 70Hz
Power Adapter[2] Input Voltage AC 100-240V, 50/60Hz (auto switch)
Display Area Full Scan

(H x V)

797.22 x 333.72 mm

(31.39” x 13.14”)

Operating Conditons Temperature 0° C to 40° C (32° F to 104° F)
Humidity 20% to 90% (non-condensing)
Altitude 16,404 feet (4.9 km)
Storage Conditions Temperature -20° C to 60° C (-4° F to 140° F)
Humidity 5% to 90% (non-condensing)
Altitude 40, 000 feet (12.1 km)
Dimensions Physical

(W x H x D)

809.20 x 610.46 x 298.8 mm

(31.86” x 24.03” x 11.76”)

Wall Mount Dimensions 100 x 100 mm
Weight Physical 12.09 kg (26.68 lbs)
Power Saving Modes On[3] 63W (Typical)
Off < 0.3W (Max)
  1. ↑ Do not set the graphics card in your computer to exceed these timing modes; doing so may result in permanent damage to the display.
  2. ↑ Please use the power adapter from ViewSonic® or an authorized source only.
  3. ↑ 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.

Industry Canada Statement

CAN ICES-3 (B)/NMB-3(B)

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:

  • Mercury in cold cathode fluorescent lamps and external electrode fluorescent lamps (CCFL and EEFL) for special purposes not exceeding (per lamp):
  • Short length (500 mm): maximum 3.5 mg per lamp.
  • Medium length (>500 mm and 1,500m): maximum 5 mg per lamp.
  • Long length (> 1,500 mm): maximum 13 mg per lamp.
  • Lead in glass of cathode ray tubes.
  • Lead in glass of fluorescent tubes not exceeding 0.2% by weight.
  • Lead as an alloying element in aluminum containing up to 0.4% lead by weight.
  • 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.

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/company/green/go-green-with-viewsonic/#recycle-program

Europe
http://www.viewsoniceurope.com/eu/support/call-desk/

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

Copyright Information

Copyright© ViewSonic® Corporation, 2018. All rights reserved.

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®, the three birds logo, OnView, ViewMatch, and ViewMeter 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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