Page 3 - Setting Up 1; Contents
iii Communications regulation information v 1 Setting Up 1 Important safety instructions 1 What about electromagnetic emissions? 2 Getting ready to set up 3 Your Multiple Scan 15 AV Display at a glance 4 Choosing a good location for your monitor 5 Connecting the monitor’s base 6 Positioning the moni...
Page 5 - Communications regulation information; FCC statement
Communications regulation information FCC statement This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital devicein accordance with the specifications in Part 15 of FCC rules. See instructions if interference toradio or television reception is suspected. Radio and t...
Page 7 - Important safety instructions; Setting Up
The Apple Multiple Scan 15 AV Display is a 15-inch color monitor (diagonal viewable image size is 13.75 inches) that supports a variety of resolutions andhas a built-in amplifier and stereo speakers for producing sounds and music.This chapter describes important safety information, setting up andcon...
Page 8 - What about electromagnetic emissions?; WARNING
Be sure that you always do the following: m Keep your monitor away from sources of liquids, such as wash basins,bathtubs, shower stalls, and so on. m Don’t remove the cover of the monitor. m Don’t set anything on top of the monitor (such as a book or cup). m Keep the monitor’s vents free from obstru...
Page 9 - Getting ready to set up
Getting ready to set up As you begin to set up your display system, be sure you have easy access tothe following items for your Multiple Scan 15 AV Display: Note: Your power cord may appear different from the one pictured here. Monitor cable Software User’s guide Power cord Apple Multiple Scan 15 AV...
Page 10 - Your Multiple Scan 15; Display at a glance
4 Chapter 1 Your Multiple Scan 15 AV Display at a glance ™ Monitor cable ≤ Power cord receptacle _ Sound input port Stereo speakers f I F ≤ _ I Power button Control panel f Headphone jack _ Volume control O Contrast control ¤ Brightness control F Security slot
Page 11 - Choosing a good location for your monitor; Make sure that the power cord will reach an available AC outlet.
5 S e t t i n g U p Choosing a good location for your monitor Here are some key factors to consider when determining where to place yourmonitor: m Be sure that the desk or table can support the monitor’s weight—approximately 30 pounds. m Make sure that the power cord will reach an available AC outle...
Page 12 - Connecting the monitor’s base; Place the monitor on its left side on a table or other firm surface.; You’re finished connecting the base.
Connecting the monitor’s base The monitor and base are packaged separately. To connect the monitor’s base,follow these steps: 1 Place the monitor on its left side on a table or other firm surface. 2 Place the base on its side facing the bottom of the monitor. 3 Hook the rear latches into the holes a...
Page 13 - Positioning the monitor; Place the monitor so that the screen faces the user.
Positioning the monitor Once your monitor is in place, either on top of your computer or next to it on a desk or table, follow these steps: 1 Place the monitor so that the screen faces the user. 2 To slide the monitor, lift the front up slightly and push or pull in the direction you want. 3 Adjust t...
Page 14 - Do you need a video card?; To use the Multiple Scan 15; Display, you need compatible video circuitry; Do you need an adapter?
Do you need a video card? To use the Multiple Scan 15 AV Display, you need compatible video circuitry built into your computer or a compatible video card installed in yourcomputer. If you are unsure whether your computer has the appropriate built-in video capability, check the technical specificatio...
Page 15 - Connecting the monitor to your computer; Follow these steps to connect the Multiple Scan 15; Display to your; Before you connect any cords or cables, make sure that your; Your monitor is equipped with a three-wire grounding plug—
Connecting the monitor to your computer Follow these steps to connect the Multiple Scan 15 AV Display to your computer: IMPORTANT Before you connect any cords or cables, make sure that your computer is turned off and unplugged. 1 Connect the socket end of the power cord to the power cord receptacle ...
Page 17 - Connecting headphones to your monitor; Display. To plug your headphones into the; Turning the monitor on; To turn on the monitor for the first time:
Connecting headphones to your monitor If you wish, you can plug a pair of headphones (or other sound output device)into the Multiple Scan 15 AV Display. To plug your headphones into the monitor, follow these steps: 1 If your headphones are attached to the sound output port (marked by - ) on the back...
Page 18 - Installing the display software; Insert the
Note: If the power light is yellow or amber, one of the following may be thecause: m The computer isn’t turned on. m The monitor’s cable isn’t connected properly to the computer. m The video circuitry or video card in your computer is not compatible withthe monitor. Y our Macintosh may need a video ...
Page 19 - Read the Welcome screen and click OK.; The Installer screen appears.; Click the Install button.; The software is now installed and the monitor is ready for use.
4 Read the Welcome screen and click OK. The Installer screen appears. 5 Make sure the disk named in the box is the one on which you want to install the software. If not, click Switch Disk until the correct disk name appears. 6 Click the Install button. The Installer takes a few moments to calculate ...
Page 21 - About the Control Strip; Using the Display Software
15 This chapter explains how to use the new display software you have installed.Your software includes a new feature called the Control Strip, which you canuse to change monitor settings quickly and easily. You can use the ControlStrip to change screen resolutions, change the number of colors your m...
Page 22 - Working with the Control Strip
You can change the following settings with the Control Strip modules: m Monitor Resolution lets you change the resolution of the screen. m Monitor BitDepth lets you change the number of colors on your screen. m Sound Volume lets you change the volume of the system sound. To use a module, press it an...
Page 23 - Changing screen resolution; choose the resolution you want in the menu.; A window opens showing all the control panels.; Double-click the Monitors icon to open the Monitors control panel.
Changing screen resolution You can change the resolution of your monitor to zoom in for detail work orto zoom out and see a whole page or more at a time. m To change screen resolution with the Control Strip, press the Resolution control and choose the resolution you want in the menu. To change your ...
Page 25 - Make sure you close the Monitors control panel before starting; explained in Chapter 3.; Other things you can do with the Monitors control panel; You can also use the Monitors control panel to
6 Click OK to return to the main window of the Monitors control panel. Depending on which option you selected in the control panel, the newresolution will be displayed when you close the dialog box or when yourestart the computer. 7 Close the Monitors control panel by clicking the close box in the u...
Page 26 - Conserving energy; Display includes features that automatically save energy.; Choose Control Panels from the Apple (; Make the following choices in the control panel:
Conserving energy When you save energy, you save natural resources and reduce pollution. YourMultiple Scan 15 AV Display includes features that automatically save energy. You can increase the energy savings by tur ning your computer and monitoroff if you won’t be using them for a while—for example, ...
Page 27 - What happens after you turn on the energy-saving feature; The Energy Saver control panel works with Apple monitors (such; Using Energy Saver with a screen saver
What happens after you turn on the energy-saving feature When Energy Saver is on, the monitor “goes to sleep” after a specified periodof inactivity. The monitor screen looks dark and the monitor is using lessenergy. When the monitor is asleep, your computer is still working. But toprevent accidental...
Page 28 - Using ColorSync; To set up ColorSync for a specific monitor:
Using ColorSync ColorSync is Apple’s unique color-matching software that ensures that Applecolor printers print the best possible reproduction of the colors that appear onyour monitor screen. ColorSync is also used by Apple color scanners and theQuickTake camera to capture color images and accuratel...
Page 29 - Click a monitor name to select it.; Configuring the Control Strip; Showing and hiding the Control Strip; To show or hide the Control Strip, follow these steps:; The Control Strip control panel appears.
3 Click Set Profile. A dialog box appears that enables you to select the name of the monitor youwant to use. 4 Click a monitor name to select it. 5 Click Select to return to the main window of the ColorSync control panel. 6 Close the ColorSync control panel by clicking the close box in the upper-lef...
Page 30 - The change takes effect immediately.; Click the close box to close the control panel.; Setting a keyboard command to show and hide the Control Strip
3 To show or hide the Control Strip, click the button labeled Show Control Strip or Hide Control Strip. The change takes effect immediately. 4 Click the close box to close the control panel. Setting a keyboard command to show and hide the Control Strip To set a keyboard command to show and hide the ...
Page 31 - You must include either the; Changing the font in Control Strip menus
4 To change the keyboard command, click “Define hot key.” A box appears. 5 Press the keys you want to use, then click OK. You must include either the x (Command) key or a function key (F1–F15). If you choose an inappropriate command, you see a message. 6 Click the close box to close the control pane...
Page 33 - Accessing the monitor’s controls; Adjusting the Picture
In most cases, you won’t need to make any adjustments to the picture.However, you can fine-tune the screen display to suit your preferences usingthe controls on the front of the monitor. After you set the controls, yourmonitor will use your settings each time you turn on the computer. Accessing the ...
Page 34 - Making adjustments to the picture; Adjusting the brightness of the picture; Turn the brightness control to increase or decrease brightness.; Adjusting the contrast of the picture; Turn the contrast control to increase or decrease contrast.; Adjusting the center of the picture; down or the Up button to move it up.
Making adjustments to the picture Adjusting the brightness of the picture Turn the brightness control to increase or decrease brightness. Adjusting the contrast of the picture Turn the contrast control to increase or decrease contrast. Adjusting the center of the picture 1 Press the Select button on...
Page 35 - Adjusting the size of the picture; Up button to widen the picture.
3 Press the Select button until the indicator light for the horizontal center icon goes on. 4 Adjust the horizontal center of the picture by pressing the Down button to move the center of the picture left or the Up button to move the center of the picture right. When the picture is centered properly...
Page 36 - Up button to lengthen the picture.; Adjusting the sound volume; Turn the volume control to increase or decrease sound volume.; Resetting controls to the factory settings
3 Press the Select button until the indicator light for the height icon goes on. 4 Adjust the height of the picture by pressing the Down button to shorten the picture or the Up button to lengthen the picture. Adjusting the sound volume Turn the volume control to increase or decrease sound volume. Re...
Page 37 - Care and cleaning; Do not block the monitor’s vents.; Turn your computer and monitor off.; Tips and Troubleshooting
This chapter includes information on the care and cleaning of your monitor,protecting your monitor from theft, and troubleshooting. Care and cleaning m Do not block the monitor’s vents. m Do not let liquid get on or into the monitor. m If you will not be using your monitor and computer for a long pe...
Page 38 - To clean the screen of the monitor:; Turn your computer and monitor off.; Protecting your monitor from theft; Never remove the cover from the monitor you could come in; If you have a problem with your monitor and nothing
To clean the screen of the monitor: 1 Turn your computer and monitor off. 2 Disconnect the monitor’s power plug from the back of the monitor. (Pull the plug, not the cord.) 3 Use a mild, non-abrasive cleaner on a soft cloth and wipe the screen. Don’t spray the cleaner onto the screen, because the li...
Page 39 - The monitor’s power indicator light doesn’t come on.; Make sure the monitor is tur ned on.
The monitor’s power indicator light doesn’t come on. m Make sure the monitor is tur ned on. m Make sure that the power cord is plugged in properly. If the monitor power cord is plugged into a wall outlet, make sure the cord isfirmly plugged in. Check whether power to the outlet has been inter rupted...
Page 40 - The screen is dark or appears dim.
m If the power indicator light is yellow or amber, one of the following may bethe cause: m The computer isn’t turned on. m The monitor’s cable isn’t connected properly to the computer. m The video circuitry or video card in your computer is not compatiblewith the monitor. Y our Macintosh may need a ...
Page 42 - After many hours of use, the screen image appears dim.; Increase the brightness (; You don’t hear any sound from your computer.; ) on the monitor. If so, you will be able to hear sound only in the; You can’t find the Control Strip.
The screen appears greenish, the screen image is unreadable, or there is “snow” on the screen. m Make sure the monitor cable is connected firmly to the cor rect port on theback of the computer. If you have a video card installed in your computer, the monitor cable shouldbe plugged into the port for ...
Page 45 - Monitor features; Multiple scan; Screen; Antistatic, antiglare surface treatment; Input signals
Monitor features m Multiple scan m Resolution range: 6 40 x 480 to 1024 x 768 Screen m 15-inch diagonal CRT, 13.75-inch diagonal viewable image size m Antistatic, antiglare surface treatment m 0.28 millimeter (mm) dot pitch Input signals m Red, green, and blue signals; separate sync Power-saving fea...
Page 46 - Adjusted at the factory for the following standard modes:; Mode; Input electrical requirements; Voltage
User controls m Power-on switch m Automatic degauss at power-up; manual degauss by tur ning power switchoff, then on (capable of full degauss after monitor is tur ned off for 20minutes or more) m Buttons and controls: Select, Up, Down, brightness, contrast, soundvolume m Additional picture controls ...
Page 48 - Monitor cable specifications; Pin
Monitor cable specifications m 15-pin miniature D-type connector Pin Output signal 1 Red video ground 2 Red video 3 Not used 4 ID 1 5 Green video 6 Green video ground 7 ID 2 8 Not used 9 Blue video 10 ID 3 11 V Sync return 12 V Sync 13 Blue video ground 14 H Sync return 15 H Sync Shell Shield ground...
