Page 3 - Setting Up 1; Contents
iii Communications regulation information vi 1 Setting Up 1 Important safety instructions 1 What about electromagnetic emissions? 3 Getting ready to set up 4 Your Apple Multiple Scan Display at a glance 5 Choosing a good location for your display 6 Positioning the display 6 Do you need a video card?...
Page 6 - 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 9 - Important safety instructions; the power cord or plug becomes frayed or otherwise damaged; WARNING; Do not clean your display screen with a cleaner that contains; Setting Up
The instructions in this chapter discuss important safety information, settingup and connecting the Apple Multiple Scan Display to your Macintoshcomputer, and installing the display software on your computer. Note: If you are using the display with an IBM PC-compatible computer, seeAppendix B.. Impo...
Page 11 - What about electromagnetic emissions?
What about electromagnetic emissions? There has been recent public discussion of the possible health effects ofprolonged exposure to extremely low frequency (ELF) and very lowfrequency (VLF) electromagnetic fields. Such fields are associated withelectromagnetic sources such as television sets, elect...
Page 12 - 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 Display. Note: Your power cord may appear different from the one pictured here. In addition, the adapter that shipped with your display is useful only for IBM PC-compatible...
Page 13 - Your Apple Multiple Scan Display at a glance; Power button
Your Apple Multiple Scan Display at a glance I Power button Control panel Power cordreceptacle O Contrast control ¤ Brightness control Display cable(attached) 5 S e t t i n g U p
Page 14 - Choosing a good location for your display; Make sure that the power cord will reach an available AC outlet.; Positioning the display; Place the display so that the screen faces you.
Choosing a good location for your display Here are some key factors to consider when determining where to place yourdisplay: m Be sure that the desk or table can support the display’s weight—approximately 45.2 pounds (20.5 kg). m Make sure that the power cord will reach an available AC outlet. m Mak...
Page 15 - Do you need a video card?
For your greatest comfort, use the following illustration to help you inpositioning your display. Do you need a video card? To use your display, you need compatible video circuitry built into yourcomputer or a compatible video card installed in your computer. If you areunsure whether your computer h...
Page 16 - Using more than one display; Connecting the display to your computer; Before you connect any cords or cables, make sure that your; If your display is equipped with a three-wire grounding
Using more than one display If your computer has expansion slots, you can use your Apple Multiple ScanDisplay with one or more additional displays connected to your computer.You may need a video card for each additional display you are using. See themanuals that came with your computer for informati...
Page 17 - Tighten the thumbscrews on the connection.
2 Plug the other end of the power cord into a grounded outlet or power strip. If your computer has an available power socket, you can use a detachablepower cord (listed by a relevant safety agency) to plug the display directly intothe computer. You can get this cord from an Apple-authorized dealer o...
Page 18 - Turning the display on; To turn on the display for the first time:; Press the Power button on the front right side of the display.
5 Connect the other end of the display cable to the display port (marked with ™ ) on the back of the computer. If you installed a video card in your computer, connect the display cable tothe video card’s port. For more information about installing video cards, seethe manual that came with your compu...
Page 19 - Installing the display software; Insert the; The disk’s icon appears on the desktop.; Double-click the Installer icon to start the Installer program.; After a moment, the Installer opens and you see the Welcome screen.
Installing the display software Note: Be sure you’re acting within the terms of the software licenseagreement before you install this software on a computer. The licenseagreement specifies how many copies of the program you can make foryourself and others. The display software works on any computer ...
Page 20 - Read the Welcome screen and click OK.; The Installer screen appears.; Click the Install button.; The software is now installed and the display 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
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 moni...
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.
15 U s i n g t h e D i s p l a y S o f t w a r e 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...
Page 24 - Click the Options button to see what resolutions you can choose.; 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
16 C h a p t e r 2 4 Click the Options button to see what resolutions you can choose. 5 Click a resolution to select it. The choices you see in this window depend on your computer, videocapability, and the monitors that are attached. If you don’t see any options for changing resolutions, you may hav...
Page 25 - Conserving energy; To use the control panel, follow these steps:; Choose Control Panels from the Apple (; Make the following choices in the control panel:; What happens after you turn on the energy saving feature
17 U s i n g t h e D i s p l a y S o f t w a r e Conserving energy Use the Energy Saver control panel to tell the monitor whether to conserveenergy after a specified period of inactivity. You can use the control panel if you have an Apple monitor and computermodel that comply with the United States ...
Page 26 - The Energy Saver control panel works with Apple monitors (such; Using Energy Saver with a screen saver; Using ColorSync
To “wake up” the monitor, move the mouse or press any key on the keyboard.Your computer beeps while the monitor is waking up. The process takesabout 20 seconds, and you can begin work as soon as the computer stopsbeeping. (The beep volume cannot be adjusted; it is not controlled by thecomputer’s sou...
Page 27 - To set up ColorSync for a specific monitor:; Click a monitor name to select it.
19 U s i n g t h e D i s p l a y S o f t w a r e The ColorSync software works automatically in the background. When youinstall the monitor software, your computer is automatically set to useColorSync with your monitor. If you use more than one color monitor with your Macintosh and want toprint a col...
Page 28 - 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.; Click the close box to close the control panel.
20 C h a p t e r 2 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-left corner. Configuring the Control Strip With the Control Strip control panel, you can show and hide the Control Stripand choose...
Page 29 - Setting a keyboard command to show and hide the Control Strip; To change the keyboard command, click “Define hot key.”; You must include either the
Setting a keyboard command to show and hide the Control Strip To set a keyboard command to show and hide the Control Strip, follow thesesteps: 1 Choose Control Panels from the Apple ( K ) menu. 2 Double-click the Control Strip icon to open it. The Control Strip control panel appears. 3 To turn on th...
Page 30 - Changing the font in Control Strip menus
22 C h a p t e r 2 Changing the font in Control Strip menus When you press a Control Strip control, you see a menu you can use to makechanges. You can change the font and size of items in the menu. Follow thesesteps: 1 Choose Control Panels from the Apple ( K ) menu. 2 Double-click the Control Strip...
Page 31 - Accessing the display’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 display. After setting the controls, your displaywill use your settings each time you tur n on the computer. Accessing the...
Page 32 - Making adjustments to the picture; Adjusting the brightness of the picture; Adjusting the contrast of the picture; Use this control
m To close the panel, flip the panel up and gently push it till the door latches. Making adjustments to the picture Adjusting the brightness of the picture Use this control Follow this step Rotate the brightness control to increase or decrease brightness Adjusting the contrast of the picture Use thi...
Page 33 - Centering the picture; Adjusting the size of the picture
Centering the picture Use these controls Follow these steps 1 Press the Select button on the display until the indicator light for the vertical center icon goes on. 2 Adjust the vertical center of the picture. Press and hold down the Down and Up buttons to move the center ofthe picture down or up. 3...
Page 34 - Adjusting the shape of the picture; Resetting for picture quality
Adjusting the shape of the picture Use these controls Follow these steps 1 Press the Select button on the display until the indicator light for the picture curvature icon goes on. 2 Adjust the picture curvature. Press and hold down the Down and Up buttons to change the arch ofthe picture border. 3 P...
Page 35 - Resetting controls to the factory settings
Resetting controls to the factory settings The picture controls for your display are set at the factory. You can fine-tunethe picture and make adjustments if necessary. The display will use youradjusted settings each time you tur n on the computer. If you later decide youwant to revert to the Macint...
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:; 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 that the power cord is plugged in properly.
The monitor’s power indicator light doesn’t come 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 to see whether power to the outlet has beeninter rupted. You can test the outlet by plug...
Page 40 - The screen is dark or appears dim.; Make sure that your computer and monitor are tur ned on.
m If the power indicator light is yellow, check that your display cable isproperly connected to the computer. If the cable is properly connected andthe yellow light is on, you may need to install a video card in yourcomputer or use an adapter connector. See “Do You Need a Video Card?”in Chapter 1. T...
Page 42 - ) on the back panel of; You can’t find the Control Strip.
After many hours of use, the screen image appears dim. m Increase the brightness of the picture to your preference. See “Adjusting theBrightness of the Picture” in Chapter 3. Over time, you experience eyestrain. m Adjust the screen contrast. In a bright room, contrast is usually best set atmaximum; ...
Page 45 - Picture tube; Multiple scan; Screen; Antistatic, antiglare surface treatment; Input signals; Red, green, and blue signals separate horizontal and vertical sync; Power saving feature
37 Appendix ATechnical Information Picture tube m 17-inch diagonal flat square CRT, 15.8-inch diagonal viewable image size m Multiple scan m Resolution range: 6 40 x 480 to 1280 x 1024 Screen m Antistatic, antiglare surface treatment m 0.28 millimeter (mm) dot pitch Input signals m Red, green, and b...
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 pressing the Degaussbutton m Buttons and controls: Select, Up, Down, Brightness, Contrast m Additional picture controls available using the Select button: horizontaland vertical shift, horizontal and vertical size, pi...
Page 48 - Display cable specifications; Pin
Display 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...
Page 49 - Once you have set up your display, you can consult
41 This appendix describes how to set up your display for use with an IBMPC-compatible computer. Once you have set up your display, you can consult m Chapter 3, for information on how to make adjustments to the picture. m Chapter 4, for information on how to care and clean for your display. Thischap...
Page 51 - Compatibility; horizontal scan rate of 31–65 kilohertz; Resolution
Compatibility This display works with most IBM PC-compatible computers equipped withVGA (Video Graphics Ar ray) or greater capability. You may need to install avideo card to use the display with your computer. For more information, seethe manuals that came with your computer. The display is preadjus...
Page 52 - For Display Data Channel (DDC) video support you need to use a
44 A p p e n d i x B Getting ready to set up Before you set up your display, make sure you have easy access to thefollowing items that came with your Apple Multiple Scan Display: Note: Your power cord may appear different from the one pictured here. Inaddition, the software that shipped with your di...
Page 53 - When you unpack or move the display, don’t set the display down
Choosing a good location for your display Here are some key factors to consider when determining where to place your display: m Be sure that the desk or table can support the display’s weight—approximately 45.2 pounds (20.5 kilograms). m Make sure that the power cord and display cable will reach fro...
Page 54 - Connecting the display to your IBM PC-compatible computer; Use these instructions to connect the display to your computer.
For your greatest comfort, use the following illustration to help you positionyour display. Connecting the display to your IBM PC-compatible computer Use these instructions to connect the display to your computer. Note: If you need to use a video card with your computer, install the cardbefore you c...
Page 55 - Connecting the power cord
Connecting the power cord 1 Connect the socket end of the power cord to the power cord receptacle on the back of the display. 2 Plug the other end of the power cord into a grounded outlet or power strip. 47 S e t t i n g U p f o r I B M P C - C o m p a t i b l e U s e r s
Page 56 - Connecting the display cable; If you are using a DDC display cable (instead of the display cable
48 A p p e n d i x B Connecting the display cable 1 Connect the display cable to the display port on the back of the display. 2 Tighten the thumbscrews on the connection. You can prevent bad connections and accidental damage by tightening thethumbscrews. IMPORTANT If you are using a DDC display cabl...
Page 57 - Connect the PC adapter to the display connector (marked by
49 S e t t i n g U p f o r I B M P C - C o m p a t i b l e U s e r s 3 Connect the PC adapter to the display connector (marked by ™ ) on the display cable. 4 Tighten the thumbscrews on the connection. 5 Connect the other end of the display cable to the display port on the back of the computer. If a ...
Page 58 - Using the display
Turning the display on To turn on the display for the first time: 1 Press the Power button on the front right side of the display. Note: The display’s power indicator light doesn’t go on until you start yourcomputer. 2 Start up your computer. The green power indicator light goes on. If the green lig...
Page 59 - Infinite Loop
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