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Package Contents

  1. Monitor
  2. Power Adapter
  3. USB Type C to Type A cable (1.5 m)
  4. Micro HDMI to HDMI cable (1.1 m)
  5. USB Type C to Type C cable (1.1 m)
  6. Quick Start Guide
  7. Protective Bag
Note: The power cord and video cables included in your package may vary depending on your country. Please contact your local reseller for more information.

Front View / Rear View

I/O Ports

I/O Ports
Number Item
1 Audio Out
2 USB Type C
3 Micro HDMI

Connecting to Power

The monitor can be powered in any of the following configurations:

  • Type C Connection
    Type C Connection
  • Type A Connection
    Type A Connection
  • Power Adapter
    Power Adapter
  • Note: For more information, please see Power Delivery

Connecting External Devices

Your external device(s) can be connected in any of the following configurations:

  • Type C Connection
    Connect a Type C cable from your external device to a Type C port on the monitor.
    Type C Connection
  • Micro HDMI Connection
    1. Connect the HDMI cable from your external device to the micro HDMI port on the monitor.
    2. Connect the USB Type A to Type C cable from your external device.
    3. Micro HDMI Connection
      Note: The USB Type A to Type C connection will also supply power to the monitor from the laptop. The power output must be greater than 10W.
  • Audio Connection
    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.
  • Audio Connection

Power Delivery

Powering a laptop or Mobile Phone

If the included power adapter is connected to the monitor, then the monitor can charge a connected laptop or mobile phone.

Note: Power Delivery Output: DC 9V/1.33A, 12V/1.75A, 15V/2A, 20V/2.0A.
Powering a laptop or Mobile Phone

Power Supply Detection

This product will detect if the power supply device is an adapter, laptop or mobile phone.

  • If the power source is an adapter or laptop, the default brightness value will be 100.
  • If the power source is a mobile phone, the default brightness value will be 15.
  • When using a mobile phone to power the monitor, the default brightness level will be 15.
Note: Due to the limited power output of the mobile phone, do not adjust the brightness level higher as this may cause the display to flash or shut down.

Power Delivery - Further Information

Due to the design please note:

  • The first connected device will be the main input signal.
  • When a 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 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 monitor, then a mobile phone is connected second, the mobile phone’s battery will not be charged as neither 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 Type C cable connected to the laptop.


If a mobile phone is connected first to the monitor, then a laptop is connected second, the mobile phone’s battery will be charged as one of the 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 Type C cable connected to the mobile phone.


Due to the monitor’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).

Note:
  • If the laptop has a Type C port, please connect via Type C to the monitor.
  • Do not connect the other Type C port of the monitor to another laptop or desktop computer via Type A and HDMI at the same time.
  • If the laptop only has HDMI and Type A ports, please connect via HDMI and Type A to Type C to the monitor.
  • If the power output of the Type A port of the laptop is not greater than 10W, please use our power adapter to connect to the monitor.
  • Do not connect the other Type C port of the monitor to another laptop or desktop computer at the same time.


Tilt Angle Adjustment

The monitor has a double-hinged stand that allows for several viewing angles (20˚ to 55.5˚).

  • Tilt Option 1
Tilt Option 1
  • Tilt Option 2
Tilt Option 2
  • Tilt Option 3
Tilt Option 3
Note: When adjusting, support the monitor firmly with one hand while tilting the stand backwards with the other hand.

Screen Orientation Adjustment (Monitor Pivot)

  1. Extend the monitor’s stand to the longest position.
    Pivot: Extend the Stand First
  2. Rotate the monitor 90° clockwise or counter clockwise from landscape to portrait orientation.
    Pivot: Then Rotate the Monitor
Note:
  • To rotate the screen image, manually change the system’s display orientation settings.
  • When adjusting, make sure to hold both sides of your monitor firmly with both hands.

Turning the Device On/Off

Turning the Device On/Off
  1. Connect to a power source in one of the available configurations. For more information, see Connecting Power and Devices.
  2. Press the Power Button to turn on the monitor.
  3. To turn the monitor off, press the Power Button again.
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 from the power outlet.

Using the Control Panel Keys

Use the control panel keys to access the Startup Menu, activate Hot Keys, navigate the On-Screen Display (OSD) Menu, and change the settings.

Control Panel Keys

Startup Menu

Press the ▲/▼/► key to activate the Startup Menu.

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

Main Menu

Enter the On-Screen Display (OSD) Menu.

Main Menu

Color Mode

Select one of the preset standard color settings.

Color Mode

ViewMode

Select one of the preset display settings.

ViewMode

Brightness

Adjust the brightness level.

Brightness

Input

Select the input source.

Input Source

Volume

Adjust the volume settings.

Volume
Note: Press the ◄ Key to return to the previous menu.

General Operation

  1. Press the ▲/▼/► key to display the Startup Menu. Then navigate to Main Menu and press the ► key to display the OSD Menu.
  2. Display the OSD Menu
  3. Press the ▲ or ▼ key to select the main menu. Then press the ► key to enter the selected menu.
  4. Display the OSD Menu
  5. Press the ▲ or ▼ key to select the desired menu option. Then press the ► key to enter the sub-menu.
  6. Display the OSD Menu
  7. Press the ▲ or ▼ key to adjust/select the setting. Then press the ► key to confirm.
  8. Display the OSD Menu
  9. Press the ◄ key to return to the previous menu.

OSD Tree

Sub-menu Menu Option
Type C 1 Color Format Auto
RGB (Full Range)
RGB (Limited Range)
YUV (Full Range)
YUV (Limited Range)
Type C 2 Color Format Auto
RGB (Full Range)
RGB (Limited Range)
YUV (Full Range)
YUV (Limited Range)
Micro HDMI Color Format Auto
RGB (Full Range)
RGB (Limited Range)
YUV (Full Range)
YUV (Limited Range)
Auto Detect On
Off

Sub-menu Menu Option
sRGB Brightness (-/+, 0~100)
Color Temperature Panel Default
D93
D75
D65
D63
D50
Gamma sRGB
1
1.4
1.8
2.0
2.2
2.4
2.6
Sharpness (-/+, 0/25/50/70/100)
Aspect Ratio 1:1
4:3
Full Screen
Recall
REC709 Brightness (-/+, 0~100)
Color Temperature Panel Default
D93
D75
D65
D63
D50
Gamma REC709
1
1.4
1.8
2.0
2.2
2.4
2.6
Sharpness (-/+, 0/25/50/70/100)
Aspect Ratio 1:1
4:3
Full Screen
Recall
DICOM-SIM Sharpness (-/+, 0/25/50/70/100)
Aspect Ratio 1:1
4:3
Full Screen
Recall
User Contrast (-/+, 0~100)
Brightness (-/+, 0~100)
Color Temperature Panel Default
D93
D75
D65
D63
D50
Gamma Panel Default
1
1.4
1.8
2.0
2.2
2.4
2.6
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)
Sharpness (-/+, 0/25/50/75/100)
Aspect Ratio 1:1
4:3
Full Screen
Blue Light Filter (-/+, 0~5)
Recall
CAL 1/2/3

Sub-menu Menu Option
CAD/CAM Ultra Clear (-/+, 0~100)
Advanced-Sharpness (-/+, 0/25/50/75/100)
Advanced-Gamma Panel Default
(-/+, 1~2.6)
Contrast (-/+, 0~100)
Video Edit Ultra Clear (-/+, 0~100)
Advanced-Sharpness (-/+, 0/25/50/75/100)
Advanced-Gamma Panel Default
(-/+, 1~2.6)
Animation Ultra Clear (-/+, 0~100)
Advanced-Sharpness (-/+, 0/25/50/75/100)
Black Stabilization (-/+, 0~100)
Contrast (-/+, 0~100)
Photographer Ultra Clear (-/+, 0~100)
Advanced-Sharpness (-/+, 0/25/50/75/100)
Advanced-Gamma Panel Default
(-/+, 1~2.6)
Contrast (-/+, 0~100)
FPS 1
FPS 2
RTS
MOBA

Sub-menu Menu Option
Volume (-/+, 0~100)
Mute On
Off

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
Tiếng Việt
Resolution Notice On
Off
Information
OSD Timeout (-/+, 5/15/30/60)
OSD Background On
Off
OSD Pivot Auto
+90°
-90°
180°
Power Indicator On
Off
Auto Power Off On
Off
Sleep 30 minutes
45 minutes
60 minutes
120 minutes
Off
ECO Mode Standard
Optimize
Conserve
Energy Saving On
Off
Overscan On
Off
Response Time Standard
Advanced
Ultra Fast
Burn-in Eraser On
Off
DDC/CI On
Off
Rename
All Recall

Input

  1. Press the ▲/▼/► key to display the Startup Menu. Then navigate to Main Menu and press the ► key to display the OSD Menu.
  2. Press the ▲ or ▼ key to select Input. Then press the ► key to enter the Input menu.
  3. Press the ▲ or ▼ key to select the desired input source. Then press the ► key to confirm the selection.

Color Mode

  1. Press the ▲/▼/► key to display the Startup Menu. Then navigate to Main Menu and press the ► key to display the OSD Menu.
  2. Press the ▲ or ▼ key to select Color Mode. Then press the ► key to enter the Color Mode menu.
  3. Press the ▲ or ▼ key to select the desired option. Then press the ► key to enter its sub-menu.
  4. Press the ▲ or ▼ key to adjust/select the setting, and press the ► key to confirm the selection (if applicable).
    Menu Option Description
    sRGB Precise color gamut and gamma of sRGB standard.
    REC709 Precise color gamut and gamma of ITU-R Rec. 709 standard.
    DICOM-SIM Gamma curves are set to a DICOM simulation.
    User Custom, user-defined settings.
    CAL 1/2/3 Hardware calibration data.

ViewMode

  1. Press the ▲/▼/► key to display the Startup Menu. Then navigate to Main Menu and press the ► key to display the OSD Menu.
  2. Press the ▲ or ▼ key to select ViewMode. Then press the ► key to enter the ViewMode menu.
  3. Press the ▲ or ▼ key to select the desired option. Then press the ► key to enter its sub-menu.
    Menu Option Description
    CAD/CAM Select this option for viewing graphic design files.
    Video Edit Select this option for video editing.
    Animation Select this option for animation.
    Photographer Select this option for viewing photo files.
    FPS 1 Ideal for First-Person Shooter games.
    FPS 2 Ideal for First-Person Shooter games.
    RTS Ideal for Real-Time Strategy games.
    MOBA Select this option for Multiplayer Online Battle Arena games.

Audio Adjust

  1. Press the ▲/▼/► key to display the Startup Menu. Then navigate to Main Menu and press the ► key to display the OSD Menu.
  2. Press the ▲ or ▼ key to select Audio Adjust. Then press the ► key to enter the Audio Adjust menu.
  3. Press the ▲ or ▼ key to select the desired option. Then press the ► key to enter its sub-menu.
  4. Press the ▲ or ▼ key to adjust/select the setting, and press the ► key to confirm the selection (if applicable).
    Menu Option Description
    Volume Adjusts the volume level.
    Mute Enables this option to temporarily turn off the sound.

Setup Menu

Note: Some sub-menu options may have another sub-menu. To enter the respective sub-menu, press the ► key. Follow the key guide that appears on the bottom of the screen to select the option or make adjustments.
  1. Press the ▲/▼/► key to display the Startup Menu. Then navigate to Main Menu and press the ► key to display the OSD Menu.
  2. Press the ▲ or ▼ key to select Setup Menu. Then press the ► key to enter the Setup Menu menu.
  3. Press the ▲ or ▼ key to select the desired option. Then press the ► key to enter its sub-menu.
  4. Press the ▲ or ▼ key to adjust/select the setting, and press the ► key to confirm the selection (if applicable).
    Menu Option Description
    Language Select Selects an available language for the OSD Menu.
    Resolution Notice Enables this option to allow the system to inform users that the current viewing resolution is not the correct native resolution.
    Information Displays the monitor information.
    OSD Timeout Sets the length of time the OSD Menu remains on screen.
    OSD Background Shows/Hides the OSD background when the OSD Menu appears on the screen.
    OSD Pivot Sets the OSD Menu orientation.
    • Auto: With the built-in G sensor, the OSD Menu can automatically pivot when the monitor is positioned vertically.
    • 0°: Sets the OSD Menu without a pivot.
    • +90°: Sets the OSD Menu with a +90° pivot.
    • 90°: Sets the OSD Menu with a -90° pivot.
    • 180°: Sets the OSD Menu with a 180° pivot.
    Power Indicator Sets 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 Enables this option to allow the monitor to automatically turn off after a certain amount of time.
    Sleep Sets the amount of idle time before the monitor enters Sleep mode.
    ECO Mode Chooses between various modes, based on power consumption.
    Overscan Enables this option to automatically enlarge the original picture horizontally and vertically to an equal aspect ratio that fills the screen.
    Burn-in Eraser Reduces image burn-in.
    Rename Renames the personalized custom profile.
    All Recall Resets all settings to their default values.

Technical Specifications

Item Category Specifications
Model Type TFT Active Matrix WUXGA 1920 x 1200,

0.17952 mm x 0.17952 mm pixel pitch

Display Size 40.64 cm

16” diagonal

Color Filter RGB Vertical Type
Glass Surface Anti-Glare (Haze 25%), Hard Coating (3H)
Input Signal Video Sync TMDS digital (100 Ω)
HDMI (v. 1.4): fh: 24~95 kHz, fv: 50~75 Hz

Micro-Packet

Type C: fh:24-95 kHz, fv:50-75 Hz
Compatibility PC up to 1920 x 1200
Macintosh up to 1920 x 1200
Resolution[1] Recommended 1920 x 1080 @ 60Hz
Supported
  • 1920 x 1200 @ 60, 75 Hz
  • 1920 x 1080 @ 50, 60, 75 Hz
  • 1600 x 1200 @ 60 Hz
  • 1440 x 900 @ 60 Hz
  • 1280 x 1024 @ 60, 75 Hz
  • 1280 x 960 @ 60 Hz
  • 1280 x 720 @ 60 Hz
  • 1152 x 870 @ 75 Hz
  • 1024 x 768 @ 60, 70, 75 Hz
  • 800 x 600 @ 56, 60, 72, 75 Hz
  • 720 x 400 @ 70 Hz
  • 640 x 480 @ 60, 67, 72, 75 Hz
Power[2] Input Voltage AC 100-240V, 50/60Hz
Display Area Active Size

(H x V)

344.68 x 215.42 mm

(13.57” x 8.48”)

Operating Conditons Temperature 0° C to 40° C

(32° F to 104° F)

Relative Humidity 20% to 90% (non-condensing)
Altitude 3 km

(9,842.52 ft)

Storage Conditions Temperature -20° C to 60° C

(-4° F to 140° F)

Relative Humidity 5% to 90% (non-condensing)
Altitude 12 km

(39,370.1 ft)

Dimensions Physical

(W x H x D)

363.88 x 239.52 x 23.15 mm

(14.33” x 9.43” x 0.91”)

Weight Physical 1.6 kg

(3.52 lbs)

Power Consumption On[3] 8W (Typical) without Audio
8.6W (Typical) with Audio
Off ≤ 0.35W (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.

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)

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/

Copyright Information

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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.

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