ViewSonic G810 User Manual - Page 6

Using the Monitor Setting the Timing Mode Setting the timing mode is important for maximizing the quality of the screen image and minimizing eye strain. The timing mode consists of the resolution (example 1280 x 1024) and refresh rate (or vertical frequency; example 75 Hz). After setting the timing mode, use the OnView® controls to adjust the screen image. The recommended timing modes for this monitor are: VESA 1024 x 768 @ 75 Hz and VESA 1600 x 1200 @ 75 Hz. To set the Timing Mode: 1 Set the resolution: Right-click on the Windows® desktop > Properties > Settings > Desktop or Screen Area > set the resolution. 2 Set the refresh rate: See your graphic card's user guide for instructions. NOTE: To minimize the adjustments required for an optimal screen image, select a timing mode from the Preset Timing Modes table below. Preset Timing Modes VGA 640 x 400 @ 70 Hz VGA 640 x 480 @ 60 Hz VESA® 640 x 480 @ 75 Hz VESA 800 x 600 @ 75 Hz VESA 800 x 600 @ 85 Hz VESA 1024 x 768 @ 60 Hz VESA 1024 x 768 @ 75 Hz VESA 1024 x 768 @ 85 Hz VESA 1280 x 1024 @ 75 Hz VESA 1280 x 1024 @ 85 Hz VESA 1600 x 1200 @ 75 Hz Macintosh 832 x 624 @ 75 Hz Macintosh 1152 x 870 @ 75 Hz Macintosh 640 x 480 @ 67 Hz WARNING: Do NOT set the graphics card in your computer to exceed the maximum refresh rate for each resolution (see below). Doing so may result in permanent damage to your monitor. Timing Modes with Maximum Refresh Rates 2048 x 1536 NI @ 60 Hz 1920 x 1440 NI @ 64 Hz 1600 x 1200 NI @ 77 Hz 1280 x 1024 NI @ 90 Hz 1152 x 870 NI @ 105 Hz 1024 x 768 NI @ 118 Hz 800 x 600 NI @ 149 Hz 640 x 480 NI @ 180 Hz (NI = Non Interlaced) ViewSonic G810 5