Should I install Windows 10 drivers for my monitor?

ViewSonic plug and play monitors do not require a proprietary Windows 10 driver to be installed.   Instead, Windows 10 will automatically read the EDID information stored in the monitor and install Generic PNP Monitor drivers to enable its full resolution capabilities.   The only difference is you will see monitor model name in Device Manag...

Where to find serial number of the monitor?

The serial number can usually be found on the back or bottom of your product and is either 10 or 12 digits long. The serial number can also be found on the original box of the unit.

What to do when there is no display from my monitor?

Please make sure the monitor’s power cable is properly seated in the port and that the monitor is powered on. By default LED indicator will light up when the monitor is powered on. If no LED indicator lights up, please try another power outlet first.   If above doesn’t help, please contact ViewSonic service center. 

What to do when image is pixelated?

Set the resolution higher. Test the monitor on a different computer to isolate the problem.  Please follow the instructions below on how to change the resolution on a computer running Windows 10.   To change the resolution in Windows, do the following:  Right-click on an empty area of the Windows® desktop.  From the pop-up menu, select Di...

What to do if there is flickering image with my monitor?

Check the monitor: Please do memory recall. Please refer to this FAQ Check device setting: Please check and set to recommended refresh rate.  You can refer to this video. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sAkbjPiLNcE   If possible, please connect monitor to another device with different input.   If above doesn’t help, please contact ViewSo...

What to do when no video by using HDMI port?

If you are experiencing problems using HDMI input, suggest do the followings:   Please check below on monitor:   Make sure the correct HDMI input is selected in OSD. Turn on the monitor first then PC.   Please check below on PC:    Test the monitor on a different computer with a HDMI port. Replace another HDMI cable. If...

What to do if there is shadow or double image on screen?

This can be caused by a long cable or docking stations.   Longer cables may be prone to ghosting, lines, double images, or poor focus.  The improper shielding of the cables can cause a shadowing or ghosting effect also.    We recommend to check the video cable and, if possible, use HDMI Premium certificate cable for long distance connectio...

How to set landscape and portrait Mode?

Several ViewSonic LCD panels support both Landscape and Portrait modes.  If your LCD panel supports this feature, you can switch modes by turning the screen as shown in the diagram below. To change the image on the Windows Desktop, follow instructions below: Open the Start menu and click "Control Panel." Click "Adjust Screen Resolution"...

How to restore the default settings of my monitor?

Please follow below steps:   Open OSD menu:               (1) For monitors with [1] and [2] buttons on the front panel, press the number “1” button on the                     monitor.               (2) For monitors with buttons behind the monitor, press the second button from the top.                (3) For monitors with a joystick...

Why is there high pitched noise from my monitor?

In normal operating conditions, there might be normal electric current sound came monitor which should not impact on your usage.   If this did not occur in the past but appeared recently, please contact ViewSonic service center.