Gateway LE500 User Manual

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Contents
1 Using Your LE500 Monitor
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Safety precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Setting up the monitor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Removing the base . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Starting the monitor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Adjusting display settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
OSD options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Video modes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Power management . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
ENERGY STAR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Energy declaration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
No picture . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Picture is scrambled . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Display colors are wrong . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Picture is fuzzy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Picture bounces, jitters, or has waves . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Picture has shadows or “ghosts” . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Color is not uniform . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Image is not sized or centered properly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Image cannot be adjusted full screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
2 Safety, Regulatory, and Legal Information
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Gateway LE500 Specifications

General

Display Size	15 inches
Native Resolution	1024 x 768
Brightness	250 cd/m²
Aspect Ratio	4:3
Power Consumption	30W
Input Connectors	VGA

Summary

Using Your LE500 Monitor

Safety Precautions

Read and follow all warnings and instructions marked on the product and in the manual.

Setting Up the Monitor

Procedures for attaching the base and connecting monitor cables for initial setup.

Removing the Base

Instructions for detaching the monitor base, including cable disconnection.

Starting the Monitor

Steps to power on the monitor and initiate system startup procedures.

Adjusting Display Settings

Guide to using the On Screen Display (OSD) for adjusting image contrast, brightness, etc.

OSD Options

Details on various icons and their corresponding functions within the OSD menu.

Video Modes

Information on preset display modes to improve visual performance and compatibility.

Power Management

Details on ENERGY STAR compliance and energy-saving modes (Standby, Off).

Maintenance

Guidelines for keeping the monitor in optimal working condition and cleaning procedures.

Troubleshooting

Guidance on identifying and resolving common display problems and issues.

Specifications

Technical details and specifications of the LE500 monitor, including resolution and power.

Safety, Regulatory, and Legal Information

Important Safety Information

Essential safety instructions to guard against personal injury and system damage.

Setting Up Your System

Instructions for safe and proper system setup, including ventilation and power connections.

Care During Use

Guidelines for safe operation, handling spills, and when to refer for servicing.

Replacement Parts and Accessories

Recommendation to use only Gateway-approved replacement parts and accessories.

Regulatory Compliance Statements

Statements regarding compliance with FCC, IC, European, and Australian/New Zealand regulations.

EPA ENERGY STAR

Information about the monitor meeting ENERGY STAR guidelines for energy efficiency.

Notices

Copyright information, disclaimer on accuracy, and trademark acknowledgments.