E655 Color Monitor
User’s Guide
Guide de l’utilisateur
(Latin American Spanish)
(Brazilian Portuguese)
Power Cord Safety Guidelines (continued)
AC PLUG CORD PRECAUTIIONS FORTHE UNITED KINGDOM
FOR YOUR SAFETY PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING TEXT CAREFULLY.
IF THE FITTED MOULDED PLUG IS UNSUITABLE FOR THE SOCKET OUTLET THEN THE
PLUG SHOULD BE CUT OFF AND DISPOSED OF SAFELY.
THERE IS A DANGER OF SEVERE ELECTRICAL SHOCK IF THE CUT OFF PLUG IS
INSERTED INTO AN APPROPRIATE SOCKET.
If a new plug is to be fitted, please observe the wiring code as shown below.
If in any doubt, please consult a qualified electrician.
WARNING: THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE EARTHED.
IMPORTANT: The wires in this mains lead are coloured in accordance with the following code:
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Green-and-Yellow:
Blue:
Brown:
Earth
Neutral
Live
If the coloured wires of the mains lead of this appliance do not correspond with the coloured
markings identifying the terminals in your plug, proceed as follows:
The wire which is coloured GREEN-AND-YELLOW must be connected to the terminal in the
plug which is marked by the letter E or by the Earth symbol
AND-YELLOW.
or coloured GREEN or GREEN-
The wire which is coloured BLUE must be connected to the terminal in the plug which is
marked with the letter N or coloured BLACK. The wire which is coloured BROWN must be
connected to the terminal in the plug which is marked with the letter L or coloured RED.
IMPORTANT NOTICE CONCERNING POWER CORD SELECTION
The power cord for this unit has been packed separately and has been selected according to
the country of destination and must be used to prevent electric shock.Use the following
guidelines if it is necessary to replace the original cord set.
The female receptacle of the cord set must meet CEE-22 requirements and will look like
Figure 1 below:
Figure 1
For the United States and Canada
In the United States and Canada the male plug is a NEMA5-15 style (Figure 2) UL Listed
and CSA Labelled. For units which are mounted on a desk or table, type SVT or SJT cord
sets may be used. For units which sit on the floor, only SJT type cord sets may be used.The
cord set must be selected according to the current rating for your unit.Please consultTable A
below for the selection criteria for power cords used in the United States and Canada.
Figure 2
For European Countries
In Europe you must use a cord set which is appropriate for the receptacles in your country.
The cord set is HAR-Certified, and a special mark that will appear on the outer sheath, or on
the insulation of one of the inner conductors.
If you have any questions concerning which proper power cord to use, please consult with
the dealer from whom you purchased your monitor.
Table A
CordType
SJT
Size of Conductors In Cord
Maximum Current Rating of Unit
18AWG
16AWG
14AWG
10Amps
12Amps
12Amps
SVT
18AWG
17AWG
10Amps
12Amps
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FCC Information
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.
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FCCWarning:
To assure continued FCC compliance, the user must use the grounded power supply cord
and the provided shielded video interface cable with bonded ferrite cores. If BNC cable is
going to be used, use only shielded BNC(5) cable. Also, any unauthorized changes or
modifications not express ly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void
the user's authority to operate this device.
Power Supply Cord USA
For units with 100 - 120V input voltage in the USA, use the following :
UL Listed and CSA Certified Type SVT or SJT No. 18/3 AWG rated 125Vac 7A min.
One end terminated in a molded on parallel blade, grounding attachment cap or hooded attachment cap
(15A, 125V configuration), other end terminated in a mold-on appliance coupler.
Notice for Germany
The X-rays generated in this unit are shielded sufficiently. High voltage: Max. 28.5 kV. For ergonomic reasons, we
recommend that you do not display blue characters on a dark background. Doing so may produce insufficient
contrast that could lead to eye strain.
Notice for Japan
This equipment falls under the class B information Technology Equipment based on the standard established by the
self-imposed Control Council for Radio interference through information-processing Equipment (VCCI). This
equipment is designed to be used in a household environment, However, if it is used near radio and television
receiver units, radio disturbances can occur. Use this equipment appropriately according to the instruction manual.
CE Conformity
The device complies with the requirements of the EEC directive 89/336/EEC as
amended by 92/31/EEC and 93/68/EEC Art.5 with regard to “Electromagnetic
compatibility”, and 73/23/EEC as amended by 93/68/EEC Art. 13 with regard to
“safety”.
Required item
EMI*
Relative to StandardValue Relative to those Exceeding StandardValue Remarks
# 1
# 2
# 1
# 1
# 1
# 4
ESD*
# 3
# 3
# 3
RADIATED RF*
TRANSIENT F/B*
LINE HARMONICS
# 1: Satisfies the standards with no problems in performance and reliability.
# 2: Effects may appear temporarily on the screen but there will be no problem in reliability.
# 3: There is fear of the product breaking down.
# 4: If a signal cable other than that specified is used, it may be the cause of electromagnetic wave interruption of
peripheral devices. To assure continued CE compliance the user must use the provided 1.8m shielded video
signal cable with bonded ferrite cores at both ends of the cable.
Handle correctly in accordance with the instruction manual.
*EMI : Electromagnetic Interference *ESD : Electrostatic Discharge *RF : Radio Frequency *F/B : Fast Burst
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CONTENTS
Getting Started
Package Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Quick Installation* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
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Front Control Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Main Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Other Information
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Cleaning the Monitor. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Limited Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Customer Support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . back cover
*To meet your future needs, and to receive any additional product information as it becomes available,
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Getting Started
Congratulations on your purchase of a ViewSonic E655 color monitor.
Important! Save the original box and all packing material for future
shipping needs.
NOTE: This product was designed for operation in the magnetic fields of the
hemisphere where it was purchased. Also, the word "Windows®" in this user
guide refers to the following Microsoft® operating systems: Windows '95,
Windows '98, Windows NT (5.0).
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Package Contents
Your ViewSonic E655 package includes:
• ViewSonic E655 monitor with attached video cable (15 pin high density
mini D-sub connector)
• Power cord
• User’s guide
• VS*.INF installation file on diskette or CD-ROM
Precautions
• For the best viewing conditions, sit at least 18" from the monitor.
• AVOID TOUCHING THE SCREEN WITH YOUR FINGERS. Oils from
the skin are difficult to remove.
• NEVER REMOVE THE REAR COVER. The monitor contains high-
voltage parts. You may suffer serious injury if you touch these parts.
• Avoid exposing the monitor to direct sunlight or another heat source. The
monitor should be facing away from direct sunlight to reduce glare.
• Choose a well ventilated area to position your monitor. Do not place
anything on the monitor that prevents adequate dissipation of heat.
• Ensure the area around the monitor is clean and free of moisture.
• Keep the monitor away from magnets, motors, transformers, speakers, and
televisions.
• Do not place heavy objects on the monitor, video cable, or power cord.
• If smoke, abnormal noise, or strange odor is present, immediately switch
the monitor off and call your dealer or ViewSonic®. It is dangerous to
continue using the monitor.
• Always handle your monitor with care when moving it.
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Quick Installation
1 Write the serial number on the back of the monitor in the space provided
on page 1 labeled "For your records" and register your monitor's warranty
2 Read the Precautions section thoroughly (page 5) before installing the
monitor. Make sure the computer and the monitor are both turned off
before connecting any cables.
3a PC users: Attach the video cable to the computer.
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3b Macintosh® users: A Macintosh computer requires a ViewSonic®
Macintosh adapter. To order an adapter, contact ViewSonic Customer
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Operation
This section shows how to adjust your monitor for your personal preference.
Front Control Panel
With your monitor turned on, follow the numbered steps in sequence as
shown below.
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Press button [2] to display
the control screen for the
highlighted control.
Press button
[1] for the
Press the [M] or
[L] arrow to
main menu
highlight the
shown below. control you want
to adjust.
Press [2] again to toggle
between two controls that
are paired together:
example, Contrast/
Brightness.
Power on/off*
Power LED:
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Press button [1]
to save changes
& exit the
Green = on
Press the [M] or
[L] arrow to make
adjustments.
Yellow = power saving
mode
screen.
Main Menu, Part 1
*The monitor automatically degausses each time you turn it on. Degaussing removes
magnetic field buildup that can affect color purity and convergence. Do not turn
the monitor off, then immediately on again repeatedly. Wait 20 minutes before
turning the monitor on again to prevent possible damage. To manually degauss the
monitor, see page 9.
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To exit a screen and save changes, press button [1].
Main Menu, Part 1
CONTRAST/BRIGHTNESS: With CONTRAST/BRIGHTNESS
highlighted on the menu, press button [2] again to toggle between
BRIGHTNESS and CONTRAST.
CONTRAST adjusts the foreground white level of the screen
image. [L] increases the contrast of the image. [M] decreases
the contrast of the image.
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Shortcut: You can also display the CONTRAST control
screen by pressing either [L] or [M] before displaying the
Main Menu. From the CONTRAST control screen, button [2]
goes to the BRIGHTNESS control screen.
Button [2] toggles to
the BRIGHTNESS
control screen.
BRIGHTNESS adjusts the background brightness of the
screen image. [L] increases the brightness of the screen
image. [M] decreases the brightness of the screen image.
Button [2] toggles to
the CONTRAST
control screen.
H. SIZE/POSITION: With H.SIZE/POSITION highlighted on the
menu, press button [2] again to toggle between HORIZONTAL
SIZE and HORIZONTAL POSITION.
HORIZONTAL SIZE adjusts the width of the screen
image. [L] increases width. [M] decreases width.
HORIZONTAL POSITION moves the screen image left or
right. [L] moves the screen image right. [M] moves the
screen image left.
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To exit a screen and save changes, press button [1].
V. SIZE/POSITION: With V.SIZE/POSITION highlighted on the
menu, press button [2] again to toggle between VERTICAL SIZE
and VERTICAL POSITION.
VERTICAL SIZE adjusts the height of the screen image.
[L] increases the screen height. [M] decreases the screen
height.
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VERTICAL POSITION moves the screen image up and
down. [L] moves the screen up. [M] moves the screen
down.
PINCUSHION straightens the vertical sides of the screen image.
[L] curves the vertical sides outward. [M] curves the vertical sides
inward.
TRAPEZOID/PARALLEL: With TRAPEZOID/PARALLEL
highlighted on the menu, press button [2] again to toggle between
TRAPEZOID and PARALLELOGRAM.
TRAPEZOID makes vertical sides of the screen image
parallel. [L] widens the top and narrows the bottom. [M]
narrows the top and widens the bottom.
PARALLEL (PARALLELOGRAM) slants vertical edges of
the screen to the left or right. [M] slants vertical edges to
left, [L] slants vertical edges to right.
TILT rotates the entire screen image. [L] rotates the screen
clockwise, [M] rotates the screen counter-clockwise.
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To exit a screen and save changes, press button [1].
Main Menu, Part 2
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VIEWMETER® screen by ViewSonic® displays the current
horizontal and vertical synchronization signal (refresh rate)
coming from your computer. To adjust these values, see the
graphic's card user's guide for your computer.
VIEWMATCH® COLOR provides three color control options
including two preset color temperatures. Press button [2] to select
a color temperature or USER.
9300K is the factory setting that is most popular for this monitor.
9300K adds blue to the screen image for a cooler white used in
most office settings with fluorescent lighting.
6550K adds red to the screen image for warmer white and richer,
more vibrant red.
USER control adjusts reds, greens, and blues on the screen image
to meet your personal preference. With the USER control screen
display, press button [2] to select R, G, or B. Then, press [L] to
increase and [M] to decrease the color intensity.
LANGUAGE of the MAIN MENU and the control screens. Use
[L] and [M]to select English, French, German, Italian, or Spanish.
MEMORY RECALL returns adjustments back to factory settings
only if the monitor is operating in a factory preset mode (page 11).
Exception: This control does not affect changes made with the
USER color control.
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Other Information
Specifications
CRT
Type
15" (13.8"/35.0cm viewable diagonal)
0.28mm dot pitch, 90° deflection,
Input Signal
Compatibility
Video
Sync
H/V Separate (TTL)
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fH: 30-70kHz, fV:50-120Hz
PC
Up to 1280 x 1024 NI
Macintosh®*1
Power Macintosh® up to 1024 x 768
Maximum Refresh
Rates*2
1280 x 1024 NI @ 66 Hz
1024 x 768 NI @ 87 Hz
800 x 600 NI @ 110 Hz
640 x 480 NI @ 120 Hz
Power
Voltage
AC 100-240VAC (auto switch) 50/60 Hz
Display Area
Default
Full Scan
264mm (H) x 198mm (V) (Typical)
280mm (H) x 210mm (V) (Depends on signal
timing)
Operating
Conditions
Temperature
Humidity
Altitude
32°F to 104°F (0°C to 40°C)
5% to 95% (no condensation)
To 9,000 feet
Storage
Conditions
Temperature
Humidity
Altitude
-40°F to +140°F (-40°C to +60°C)
5% to 95% (no condensation)
To 36,000 feet
Dimensions
Physical
(monitor)
365mm (W) x 368mm (H) x 394mm (D)
14.4" (W) x 14.5" (H) x 15.5" (D)
Weight
Net
27.5lbs (12.5kgs) Monitor only
Regulations
UL, CSA, DHHS, TUV/GS, FCC-B, Röv, CB, CE,
MPR-II,TCO'92, Energy Star®, BCIQ,VCCI-B,
ISO9241-3 (Ergonomics), C-Tick, Doc-ICES-003,
B-Mark, EMI(B), CCIB, S-Mark, Energy 2000
Power saving
modes
On
80W typical (green LED)
DPMS™ Stand By <15W (yellow LED)
DPMS Suspend <15W (yellow LED)
DPMS Off
<5W (yellow LED)
Preset Timing Modes (the monitor has been pre-adjusted toVESA® 800x600 @ 75Hz)
VGA 640 x 400 @ 70Hz
VESA 640 x 480 @ 60Hz
VESA 640 x 480 @ 75Hz
VESA 800 x 600 @ 75Hz
VESA 800 x 600 @ 85Hz
VESA 1024 x 768 @ 75Hz
VESA 1024 x 768 @ 85Hz
VESA 1280 x 1024 @ 60Hz
Macintosh 640 x 480 @ 67Hz
Macintosh 832 x 624 @ 75Hz
*1 Macintosh computers require aViewSonic® Macintoshadapter.To order an adapter, contact
ViewSonic Customer Support.See the back cover.
*2 Warning: Do not set the graphics card in your computer to exceed these maximum refresh
rates. Doing so may result in permanent damage to the monitor. NI= Non Interlaced.
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Troubleshooting
No power
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Make sure power button (or switch) is ON.
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Make sure A/C power cord is securely connected to the back of the
monitor and to a power outlet.
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Plug another electrical device (like a radio) into the power outlet to verify
that the outlet is supplying proper voltage.
Power on but no screen image
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Make sure the video cable supplied with the monitor is tightly secured to
the video output port on the back of the computer. If the other end of the
video cable is not attached permanently to the monitor, tightly secure it to
the monitor.
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Adjust brightness and contrast.
Check this user's guide to see if an adapter is required for proper signal
continuity between graphics card and monitor.
Flickering
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Not enough power supplied. Connect the monitor to a different outlet. If
using a surge protector, reduce the number of devices plugged in.
Check the ViewMeter® from the main menu (page 7) to verify the refresh
rate (vertical frequency) is 75 Hz or higher. See Specifications on page 11.
Make sure the graphics card in your computer can use non-interlaced
mode at the desired frequencies. To enable your graphics card to support
higher refresh rates, try selecting fewer colors or running lower
resolutions.
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Remove any devices from the area around the monitor that emits
magnetic fields such as radios, surge protectors, unshielded speakers,
fluorescent lights, AC power converters, desk fans, etc.
Wrong or abnormal colors
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If any colors (red, green, or blue) are missing, check the video cable to
make sure it is securely connected. Loose or broken pins in the cable
connector could cause an improper connection.
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Connect the monitor to another computer.
Select Degauss from the Main Menu. Do this only once. See page 9.
If you have an older graphics card, contact ViewSonic® Customer Support
for a non-DDC adapter.
Entire screen image scrolls (rolls) vertically
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Make sure video input signals are within the monitor's specified frequency
range.
Try the monitor with another power source, graphics card, or computer
system.
Connect the video cable securely.
Control buttons do not work
Press only one button at a time.
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Cleaning the Monitor
• MAKE SURE THE MONITOR IS TURNED OFF.
• NEVER SPRAY OR POUR ANY LIQUID DIRECTLY ONTO THE
SCREEN OR CASE.
To clean the screen
1 Wipe the screen with a clean, soft, lint-free cloth. This removes dust
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and other particles.
2 If still not clean, apply a small amount of non-ammonia, non-alcohol
based glass cleaner onto a clean, soft, lint-free cloth, and wipe the
screen.
To clean the case
1 Use a soft, dry cloth.
2 If still not clean, apply a small amount of a non-ammonia, non-alcohol
based, mild non-abrasive detergent onto a clean, soft, lint-free cloth,
then wipe the surface.
DISCLAIMER
ViewSonic does not recommend the use of any ammonia or alcohol-based cleaners
on the monitor screen or case. Some chemical cleaners have been reported to
damage the screen and/or case of the monitor.ViewSonic will not be liable for
damage resulting from use of any ammonia or alcohol-based cleaners.
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LIMITED WARRANTY
VIEWSONIC E655 MONITORS
What the warranty covers:
ViewSonic® warrants its products to be free from defects in material and workmanship during the
warranty period. If a product proves to be defective in material or workmanship during the warranty
period, ViewSonic will at its sole option repair or replace the product with a like product. Replacement
product or parts may include remanufactured or refurbished parts or components.
How long the warranty is effective:
ViewSonic E655 color monitors, including the display tubes, are warranted for three (3) years for all
parts and three (3) years for all labor from the date of the first consumer purchase.
Who the warranty protects:
This warranty is valid only for the first consumer purchaser.
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What the warranty does not cover:
1. Any product on which the serial number has been defaced, modified or removed.
2. Damage, deterioration or malfunction resulting from:
a. Accident, misuse, neglect, fire, water, lightning, or other acts of nature, unauthorized product
modification, or failure to follow instructions supplied with the product.
b. Repair or attempted repair by anyone not authorized by ViewSonic.
c. Any damage of the product due to shipment.
d. Removal or installation of the product.
e. Causes external to the product, such as electric power fluctuations or failure.
f. Use of supplies or parts not meeting ViewSonic’s specifications.
g. Normal wear and tear.
h. Any other cause which does not relate to a product defect.
3. Removal, installation, and set-up service charges.
How to get service:
1. For information on obtaining warranty service, call ViewSonic. The customer support telephone
numbers are: U.S. and Canada 1-800-688-6688; from outside the U.S. and Canada 909-869-
7976; from Europe +44 (1293) 643-900; from Asian /Pacific Rim countries 886 (2) 248-4072.
2. To obtain warranty service, you will be required to provide (a) the original dated sales slip, (b) your
name, (c) your address, (d) a description of the problem, and (e) the serial number of the product.
3. Take or ship the product prepaid in the original container to your ViewSonic dealer, any ViewSonic
service center or ViewSonic.
4. For additional information or the name of the nearest ViewSonic service center, contact your
ViewSonic dealer orViewSonic.
Limitation of implied warranties:
THERE ARE NOWARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, WHICH EXTEND BEYONDTHE
DESCRIPTION CONTAINED HEREIN INCLUDINGTHE IMPLIED WARRANTY OF
MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE.
Exclusion of damages:
VIEWSONIC’S LIABILITY IS LIMITED TO THE COST OF REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT OFTHE
PRODUCT. VIEWSONIC SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR:
1. DAMAGE TO OTHER PROPERTY CAUSED BY ANY DEFECTS IN THE PRODUCT, DAMAGES
BASED UPON INCONVENIENCE, LOSS OF USE OF THE PRODUCT, LOSS OF TIME, LOSS OF
PROFITS, LOSS OF BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY, LOSS OF GOODWILL, INTERFERENCE WITH
BUSINESS RELATIONSHIPS, OR OTHER COMMERCIAL LOSS, EVEN IF ADVISED OFTHE
POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES.
2. ANY OTHER DAMAGES, WHETHER INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL OR OTHERWISE.
3. ANY CLAIM AGAINST THE CUSTOMER BY ANY OTHER PARTY.
Effect of state law:
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from
state to state. Some states do not allow limitations on implied warranties and/or do not allow the
exclusion of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitations and exclusions may not
apply to you.
Sales outside the U.S.A.:
For ViewSonic products sold outside of the U.S.A., contact your ViewSonic dealer for warranty
information and service.
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For ViewSonic® Customer Support:
U.S. and Canada only
1-800-688-6688
From outside U.S. and Canada
909-869-7976
From Europe
+44 (1293) 643-900
From Asian/Pacific Rim countries
886 (2) 2248-4072
Technical Support Questions
Product or Dealer Questions
World Wide Web
ViewSonic® Corporation
381 Brea Canyon Road
Walnut, CA 91789
Tel (909) 869-7976
Tel (800) 688-6688
Fax (909) 468-1202
V806236553-MS
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