User`s Manual 15-inch CRT (13.75-inch diagonal - CSL-EP
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1. If you have a video card installed in your computer the monitor cable should be plugged into the port for the video card If you do not have a video card installed in your computer the monitor cable should be plugged into the monitor port on the back of your computer Make sure the thumbscrews on the monitor cable are tightened securely into the port connector Make sure the brightness 9 and contrast controls are set correctly See Adjusting the Brightness of the Picture and Adjusting the Contrast of the Picture in Chapter 3 Tips and Troubleshooting 33 34 Chapter 4 If the power indicator light is yellow or amber one of the following may be the cause The computer isn t turned on The monitors cable isn t connected properly to the computer The video circuitry or video card in your computer is not compatible with the monitor Your Macintosh may need a video card or adapter to use the monitor See Do You Need a Video Card in Chapter 1 The computer and monitor are in sleep mode to conserve energy See Conserving Energy in Chapter 2 The screen is dark or appears dim Make sure that your computer and monitor are turned on Make sure that the power cord and the monitor cable are securely connected Increase the brightness and contrast of the picture See Making Adjustments to the Picture in Chapter 3 The Energy Saver option may be activated Move the2. Apple Multiple Scan 154 Display User s Manual 15 inch CRT 13 75 inch diagonal viewable image size Apple Computer Inc 1996 Apple Computer Inc All rights reserved Under the copyright laws this manual may not be copied in whole or in part without the written consent of Apple Your rights to the software are governed by the accompanying software license agreement The Apple logo is a trademark of Apple Computer Inc registered in the U S and other countries Use of the keyboard Apple logo Option Shift K for commercial purposes without the prior written consent of Apple may constitute trademark infringement and unfair competition in violation of federal and state laws Every effort has been made to ensure that the information in this manual is accurate Apple is not responsible for printing or clerical errors Apple Computer Inc 1 Infinite Loop Cupertino CA 95014 2084 408 996 1010 Apple the Apple logo ColorSync LaserWriter Mac Macintosh Power Macintosh and QuickTake are trademarks of Apple Computer Inc registered in the U S and other countries AppleCD is a trademark of Apple Computer Inc Acrobat Adobe Adobe Illustrator Adobe Photoshop and PostScript are trademarks of Adobe Systems Incorporated or its subsidiaries and may be registered in certain jurisdictions The Energy Star logo is a service mark of the U S Environmental Protection Agency Helvetica and Times are registered tra
3. Strip icon to open it Control Strip The Control Strip control panel appears Using the Display Software 23 24 Chapter 2 To show or hide the Control Strip click the button labeled Show Control Strip or Hide Control Strip The change takes effect immediately Control Strip s Show Control Strip 7 BLD Co Hide Control Strip q O Hot key to show hide Define hot key Current hot key shift F15 Font Settings Font 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 Control Strip follow these Steps Choose Control Panels from the Apple menu Double click the Control Strip icon to open it Control Strip The Control Strip control panel appears To turn on the keyboard command for showing and hiding the Control Strip click Hot key to show hide The keyboard command for showing and hiding the Control Strip appears in the Current hot key window 4 To change the keyboard command click Define hot key A box appears Press any combination of keys to define the hot key shift F15 This key combination will show and hide the Control Strip Press the keys you want to use then click OK You must include either the Command key or a function key F1 F15 If you choose keys already used for another function you see a message asking you to choos
4. Working with the Control Strip You can move collapse and expand the Control Strip and you can change the order of the controls To move the Control Strip hold down the Option key on your keyboard and drag the tab at the right end of the Control Strip The Control Strip always stays on the left or right edge of a screen To make the Control Strip shorter or longer drag the tab to the left or right m To see hidden controls when the Control Strip is not expanded to its full size Click the right and left arrows To collapse the Control Strip to its smallest size click the tab or the box To expand the collapsed Control Strip to its original size click the tab To move a control to a new position in the Control Strip hold down the Option key on the keyboard and drag the control to where you want it For more information on setting up the Control Strip see Configuring the Control Strip later in this chapter Changing screen resolution You can change the resolution of your monitor to zoom in for detail work or to zoom out and see a whole page or more at a time To change screen resolution with the Control Strip press the Resolution control and choose the resolution you want in the menu To change your screen resolution with the Monitors control panel follow these steps Note Some models use a different control panel If you don t see the Monitors control panel consult the on screen help that came w
5. describes important safety information setting up and connecting the monitor to your computer and installing the monitor software on your computer Important safety instructions For your own safety and that of your equipment always take the following precautions Disconnect the power plug by pulling the plug not the cord if any of the following conditions exists m the power cord or plug becomes frayed or otherwise damaged you spill something into the case your monitor is exposed to rain or any other excess moisture your monitor has been dropped or the case has been otherwise damaged you suspect that your monitor needs service or repair you want to clean the case use only the recommended procedure described in Care and Cleaning in Chapter 4 IMPORTANT The only way to disconnect power completely is to unplug the power cord Make sure at least one end of the power cord is within easy reach so that you can unplug the monitor when you need to Be sure that you always do the following Keep your monitor away from sources of liquids such as wash basins bathtubs shower stalls and so on Dont remove the cover of the monitor Dont set anything on top of the monitor such as a book or cup Keep the monitor s vents free from obstruction m Protect your monitor from dampness or wet weather such as rain snow and so on Read all the installation instructions carefully before you plug your mon
6. from a specific monitor you can obtain the best color matching by setting ColorSync to use a specific monitor To set up ColorSync for a specific monitor Choose Control Panels from the Apple menu A window opens showing all the control panels Double click the ColorSync icon to open the ColorSync control panel Colorsyne System Profile The ColorSync control panel appears 3 Click Set Profile A dialog box appears that enables you to select the name of the monitor you want to use Select New System Profile Colorsync Profiles Y O Apple 13 RGB Standard O Apple Multiple Scan 15 O Apple Multiple Scan 17 9300 O Apple Multiple Scan 17 050 D Apple Multiple Scan 17 065 D Apple Multiple Scan 20 9300 O Apple Multiple Scan 20 050 D Apple Multiple Scan 20 065 Apple Multiple Scan 15 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 left corner Configuring the Control Strip With the Control Strip control panel you can show and hide the Control Strip and choose a keyboard command to show hide the Control Strip You can also choose the font that appears in the Control Strip menus Showing and hiding the Control Strip To show or hide the Control Strip follow these steps 1 Choose Control Panels from the Apple menu 2 Double click the Control
7. mouse or press any key on the keyboard to reactivate the monitor In approximately 20 seconds or until you no longer hear the beep the monitor is reactivated A screen saver that darkens your screen may be activated Move the mouse or press any key on the keyboard to reactivate the monitor The screen flickers Make sure the monitor cable is connected firmly to the correct port on the back of the computer If you have a video card installed in your computer the monitor cable should be plugged into the port for the video card If you do not have a video card installed in your computer the monitor cable should be plugged into the monitor port on the back of your computer The flickering could be caused by interference from a nearby power line a fluorescent light or electrical device for example a radio a microwave oven or another computer Try relocating nearby electrical devices or moving your computer and monitor If you have more than one monitor attached to your computer the monitors may interfere with one another Move the monitors farther apart or set the monitors at an angle so their screens are close and their back panels are farther apart If you still see flickering after moving the monitors more than 16 inches apart contact an Apple authorized dealer or service provider If you are using a video card that has a very low refresh rate below 60 hertz the monitor may flicker You may be able to change the refr
8. side on a table or other firm surface Place the base on its side facing the bottom of the monitor Hook the rear latches into the holes at the rear of the monitor Insert the front latches into the slots at the front of the monitor Make sure the latches snap firmly into place First hook the rear latches into the holes at the rear of the base O Tres o Eer Then snap the front latches into the slots Turn the monitor upright Youre finished connecting the base WARNING Do not carry the monitor by its base When you move the monitor grasp it firmly from the front and back holding onto the monitor itself not the base Positioning the monitor Shoulders relaxed Forearms and hands in a straight line Forearms level or tilted up slightly Lower back supported Thighs horizontal Once your monitor is in place either on top of your computer or next to it on a desk or table follow these steps Place the monitor so that the screen faces the user To slide the monitor lift the front up slightly and push or pull in the direction you want Adjust the viewing angle of the monitor by tilting it up or down and turning it left or right on its stand Position the monitor so that when you use it no bright light is behind the monitor or reflected on the screen Your eyes should be about level with the top edge of the screen and between 18 and 28 inches 45 to 70 cm away Take occasional brea
9. 9 30 3 Press the Select button until the indicator light for the height icon goes on O SELECT O Adjust the height of the picture by pressing the Down button to shorten the picture or the Up button to lengthen the picture O Q Adjusting the sound volume Turn the volume control to increase or decrease sound volume Q 4 Resetting controls to the factory settings Chapter 3 The picture controls for your monitor are set at the factory You can fine tune the picture and make adjustments 1f necessary The monitor will use your adjusted settings each time you turn on the computer If you later decide you want to revert to the factory settings press the Recall button O RECALL 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 Do not block the monitor s vents Do not let liquid get on or into the monitor If you will not be using your monitor and computer for a long period of time a day or more make sure you turn off the computer and your monitor if necessary To clean the case 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 Wipe the surfaces lightly with a clean soft cloth dampened with water Don t use aerosol sprays solvents or abrasives that might da
10. ams darken the screen or display a changing image on the monitor if the computer is not used for prolonged periods Both screen saver programs and the Energy Saver feature prevent images from burning in and damaging the screen Energy Saver also conserves energy If you wish you can use both Energy Saver and a screen saver program Set the screen saver to come on before Energy Saver so if you re away from the computer for a short while you can return to work immediately without waiting for the monitor to wake up If you re gone for a while longer however the monitor won t use as much energy Using the Display Software 21 22 Using ColorSync Chapter 2 ColorSync is Apple s unique color matching software that ensures that Apple color printers print the best possible reproduction of the colors that appear on your monitor screen ColorSync is also used by Apple color scanners and the QuickTake camera to capture color images and accurately reproduce their colors on the screen ColorSync maintains consistent colors between color input your monitor and color printing devices so that the colors of your original image are accurately reproduced on screen and when printed The ColorSync software works automatically in the background When you install the display software your computer is automatically set to use ColorSync with your monitor If you use more than one color monitor with your Macintosh and want to print a color image
11. computer You can get this cord from an Apple authorized dealer or service provider Connect the monitor cable to the monitor port marked with IOI on the back of the computer Monitor port icon _ Ol EDO Monitor cable If you installed a video card in your computer connect the monitor cable to the video card s port For more information about installing video cards see the manual that came with your computer or video card Tighten the thumbscrews on the connection Attach one end of the included sound cable to the sound output port marked by on the back of the computer Attach the other end of the sound cable to the sound input port marked by on the back of the monitor Connecting headphones to your monitor To plug your headphones into the monitor follow these steps If your headphones are attached to the sound output port marked by on the back of your computer unplug them If the sound cable that came with the monitor is not connected connect it to the sound output port on the computer and the sound input port on the back of the monitor Both ports are marked by 4 Plug the headphones into the headphone port marked by 6 on the front of the monitor When headphones are plugged in you do not hear sound through the stereo speakers Sound and music play through the headphones only Turning the monitor on 1 2 To turn on the monitor for the first time Start up your comp
12. connected firmly to the correct port on the back of the computer If you have a video card installed in your computer the monitor cable should be plugged into the port for the video card If you do not have a video card installed in your computer the monitor cable should be plugged into the monitor port on the back of your computer After many hours of use the screen image appears dim Increase the brightness and contrast of the picture See Making Adjustments to the Picture in Chapter 3 Over time you experience eyestrain Adjust the screen contrast 9H In a bright room contrast is usually best set at maximum in a dim room lower contrast is usually more comfortable See Adjusting the Contrast of the Picture in Chapter 3 Also be sure to take occasional breaks to focus your eyes on a distant object You don t hear any sound from your computer Make sure sound is turned on and make sure your sound options are set correctly in the Control Strip or control panel for sound See About the Control Strip in Chapter 2 and see the on screen help that came with your computer or system software upgrade kit Adjust the sound volume on your monitor See Adjusting the Sound Volume in Chapter 3 Check whether headphones are plugged into the headphone port marked by 41 on the monitor If so you will be able to hear sound only in the headphones Check whether something is plugged into t
13. demarks of Linotype Hell AG and or its subsidiaries NuBus is a trademark of Texas Instruments Simultaneously published in the United States and Canada Mention of third party products is for informational purposes only and constitutes neither an endorsement nor a recommendation Apple assumes no responsibility with regard to the performance or use of these products Contents Communications regulation information v 1 Setting Up 1 Important safety instructions 1 What about electromagnetic emissions 2 Getting ready to setup 3 Your Multiple Scan 15Av Display at a glance 4 Choosing a good location for your monitor 5 Connecting the monitors base 6 Positioning the monitor 7 Do you need a video card 8 Do you need an adapter 8 Using more than one monitor 8 Connecting the monitor to your computer 9 Connecting headphones to your monitor Il Turning the monitor on H Installing the display software 12 Appendix Contents Using the Display Software 15 About the Control Strip 15 Working with the Control Strip 16 Changing screen resolution 17 Other things you can do with the Monitors control panel 19 Conserving energy 20 What happens after you turn on the energy saving feature 21 Using Energy Saver with a screen saver 21 Using ColorSyne 22 Configuring the Control Strip 23 Showing and hiding the Control Strip 23 Setting a keyboard command to show and hide the Control Strip 24 Changing the font in Control Strip menus 25 Adjusting
14. e a different combination of keys Click the close box to close the control panel Changing the font in Control Strip menus When you click a Control Strip item you see a menu you can use to make changes You can change the font and size of items in the menu Follow these Steps Choose Control Panels from the Apple menu Double click the Control Strip icon to open it Control Strip The Control Strip control panel appears Using the Display Software 25 3 To change the font choose a font from the Font pop up menu To change the font size choose a size from the Size pop up menu i _ _ ______ gt 4 Click the close box to close the control panel 26 Chapter 2 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 using the controls on the front of the monitor After you set the controls your monitor will use your settings each time you turn on the computer Accessing the monitor s controls A flip down panel covers some of the controls on the front of the monitor To open the panel so the monitor s controls are accessible gently push down on the panel It opens and flips down You can now use the controls to adjust the picture To close the panel flip the panel up and gently push it till the door latches Indicator lights Press this button to s
15. e monitor you could come in contact with hazardous voltage 32 Chapter 4 The monitor s power indicator light doesn t come on Make sure the monitor is turned on 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 is firmly plugged in Check whether power to the outlet has been interrupted You can test the outlet by plugging in something that you know works such as a desk lamp or radio If the test appliance works but the monitor doesn t contact an Apple authorized dealer or service provider If the monitor power cord is plugged into your computer make sure your computer is on and the cord is firmly plugged in Make sure the monitor cable is plugged into your computer properly If you have a video card installed in your computer the monitor cable should be plugged into the port for the video card If you do not have a video card installed in your computer the monitor cable should be plugged into the monitor port on the back of your computer Make sure the thumbscrews on the monitor cable are tightened securely into the port connector No image appears on the screen and the monitor s power indicator light is on The monitor may have gone to sleep Move the mouse or press a key to wake the monitor See Conserving Energy in Chapter 3 Make sure the monitor cable is connected to the correct port on the back of the computer
16. elect Contrast Brightness for picture controls a SIT AN to the left control control 5 Flip down LAR Volume panel Down arrow Up arrow Recall button control 27 28 Making adjustments to the picture Chapter 3 Adjusting the brightness of the picture Turn the brightness control to increase or decrease brightness Q ote Adjusting the contrast of the picture Turn the contrast control to increase or decrease contrast Q Q Adjusting the center of the picture Press the Select button on the monitor until the indicator light for the vertical center icon goes on Q SELECT O Adjust the vertical center of the picture by pressing the Down button to move the picture down or the Up button to move it up OO 3 Press the Select button until the indicator light for the horizontal center icon goes on O SELECT O O 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 OO When the picture is centered properly an equal border appears around the picture Adjusting the size of the picture Press the Select button on the monitor until the indicator light for the width icon goes on O SELECT O Adjust the width of the picture by pressing the Down button to narrow the picture or the Up button to widen the picture OO Adjusting the Picture 2
17. es not work with your monitor Try selecting another resolution The PC Setup control panel indicates you have a 17 monitor attached The DOS compatibility card determines monitor size based on the highest resolution the monitor can display The Apple Multiple Scan Display is shown as a 17 monitor due to its high resolution capabilities This is normal and does not indicate an error Tips and Troubleshooting 39 Appendix Technical Information Monitor features Multiple scan Resolution range 640 x 480 to 1024 x 768 Screen a 15 inch diagonal CRT 13 75 inch diagonal viewable image size Antistatic antiglare surface treatment 0 28 millimeter mm dot pitch Input signals m Red green and blue signals separate sync Power saving feature Conforms to the Energy Star program of the United States Environmental Protection Agency Power saving feature compatible with the Video Electronics Standards Associations VESA Display Power Management Standard DPMS 41 42 Appendix User controls Power on switch Automatic degauss at power up manual degauss by turning power switch off then on capable of full degauss after monitor is turned off for 20 minutes or more Buttons and controls Select Up Down brightness contrast sound volume Additional picture controls available using the Select button horizontal and vertical shift horizontal and vertical size Active video image area Supported m
18. esh rate for the card See the documentation that came with your video card for more information No colors appear on the screen Make sure that the number of colors is set correctly in the Control Strip or control panel See Working With the Control Strip in Chapter 2 and see the on screen help that came with your computer The screen image is off center Try changing to another resolution See Changing Screen Resolution in Chapter 2 Adjust the center of the picture See Adjusting the Center of the Picture in Chapter 3 Keep in mind that if you adjust the center of the picture you may have to adjust it again if you change resolutions The screen image is too large or too small Try changing to another resolution See Changing Screen Resolution in Chapter 2 Adjust the horizontal or vertical size of the picture See Adjusting the Size of the Picture in Chapter 3 Keep in mind that if you adjust the horizontal or vertical size of the picture you may have to adjust it again if you change resolutions Before you finish adjusting the monitor controls the picture control indicator light goes out If you pause for several seconds while adjusting the controls the monitor assumes you are finished Tips and Troubleshooting 35 36 Chapter 4 The screen appears greenish the screen image is unreadable or there is snow on the screen Make sure the monitor cable is
19. he sound output port marked by on the back panel of your computer The computer s internal speaker is turned off whenever a cable is connected to the sound output port If a sound cable is connected between the computer and monitor you can hear sound from the monitors speakers or from headphones connected to the monitors headphone port marked by 4 For more information see Chapter 1 Setting Up You can t find the Control Strip You may have hidden the Control Strip Open the Control Strip control panel and click the button labeled Show Control Strip You can t control the sound volume of a CD The volume control on the Control Strip affects the computers beep sound only To control the volume of a CD use the AppleCD Audio Player located in the Apple menu You don t see the monitor resolution you want You can see additional resolution choices in the Monitors control panel if you hold down the Option key on your keyboard while you click the Options button in the control panel In the list that appears click the resolution you want Some models use a different control panel Consult the documentation that came with your computer or system software upgrade kit Note Some of the items in this list are not optimized for your monitor If you choose a resolution that doesn t work with your monitor you may see a message or your monitor may go blank or show static After approximately 15 seconds your m
20. her than Apple require an adapter to connect the monitor to the computer Adapters are available from an Apple authorized dealer or service provider Using more than one monitor If your computer has NuBus LC PDS or PCI expansion slots you can connect additional monitors to your computer You may need to install a video card for each additional monitor you are using See the documentation that came with your computer for information on working with additional monitors Connecting the monitor to your computer Follow these steps to connect the Multiple Scan I5Av Display to your computer IMPORTANT Before you connect any cords or cables make sure that your computer is turned off WARNING Your monitor is equipped with a three wire grounding plug a plug that has a third grounding pin This plug will fit only a grounded AC outlet This is a safety feature If you are unable to insert the plug into the outlet contact a licensed electrician to replace the outlet with a properly grounded outlet Do not defeat the purpose of the grounding plug 1 Connect the socket end of the power cord to the power cord receptacle on the back of the monitor Setting Up 9 10 Chapter 1 Plug the other end of the power cord into an outlet or power strip If your computer has an available power socket you can use a detachable power cord with a recessed end to plug the monitor directly into the
21. instructions that came with your computer for details Some models have a different control panel Using the Display Software 19 20 Conserving energy Click here to turn Energy Saver on or off When there s an X in this box Energy Saver is on Chapter 2 4 When you save energy you save natural resources and reduce pollution Your Multiple Scan I5Av Display includes features that automatically save energy You can increase the energy savings by turning your computer and monitor off if you won t be using them for a while for example overnight or over the weekend You use the Energy Saver control panel to tell the monitor how to conserve energy after a specified period of inactivity You can use the control panel if your monitor is connected to a computer that complies with the United States Environmental Protection Agency s Energy Star program Look for the EPA Energy Star logo on the box To use the control panel follow these steps Choose Control Panels from the Apple menu A window opens showing all the control panels Double click the Energy Saver icon to open the Energy Saver control panel i E Double click the icon If you don t see it click the scroll bar arrows If you still can t find it you may have forgotten Energy Saver to install the software as described in Chapter 1 Make the following choices in the control panel J Energy Saver Monitor Energy Saver Turn off the
22. ith your computer or system software upgrade kit 1 Choose Control Panels from the Apple menu A window opens showing all the control panels 2 Double click the Monitors icon to open the Monitors control panel Double click the icon If you don t see it click the scroll bar arrows If you still can t find it you may have forgotten to install Monitors the software as described in Chapter 1 Using the Display Software 17 18 Chapter 2 Make the following choices in the control panel Note The choices you see in this window may differ from those shown here depending on your computer your video capability and the monitors attached Monitors First if you have more than one monitor click here to see how your monitors are numbered Drag monitors and menubar to rearrange desktop Second click the icon of the monitor you want to change If you only have one monitor you will only see one choice _ Rearrange On Restart EN B Rearrange On Close Third choose when you want the change to take place after you close this window or when you restart your computer Click the Options button to see what resolutions you can choose Click a resolution to select it The choices you see in this window depend on your computer video capability and the monitors that are attached If you don t see any options for changing resolutions you may have selected the wrong monitor in the control panel or yo
23. itor into a power source Keep these instructions handy for reference by you and others m Follow all instructions and warnings dealing with your system WARNING Electrical equipment may be hazardous if misused Operation of this product or similar products must always be supervised by an adult Do not allow children access to the interior of any electrical product and do not permit them to handle any cables What about electromagnetic emissions Chapter 1 There has been recent public discussion of the possible health effects of prolonged exposure to extremely low frequency ELF and very low frequency VLF electromagnetic fields Such fields are associated with electromagnetic sources such as television sets electrical wiring and some household appliances as well as computer monitors Apple has reviewed scientific reports and sought the counsel of government regulatory agencies and respected health organizations Based on the prevailing evidence and opinions Apple believes that the electric and magnetic fields produced by computer monitors do not pose a health risk In response to those customers who wish to reduce their exposure to electromagnetic fields Apple has lowered the emission levels of our products We are also actively encouraging further scientific research so we can continue to promote the health and safety of our customers and employees Getting ready to set up As you begin to set up your display system be
24. ks when using your computer to focus your eyes on a distant object For your greatest comfort use the following illustration to help you in positioning your monitor 45 70 cm 18 28 in kh Top of the screen at or slightly below eye level You may need to adjust the height of your monitor by placing something under it or by raising your work surface Screen positioned to avoid reflected glare Clearance under work surface Feet flat on the floor SO HOOD a Setting Up 8 Do you need a video card Chapter 1 To use the Multiple Scan 15AV Display you need compatible video circuitry built into your computer or a compatible video card installed in your computer If you are unsure whether your computer has the appropriate built in video capability check the technical specifications that came with your computer or check with an Apple authorized dealer or service provider If your computer does not have built in video capability you need to install a video card available from an Apple authorized dealer or service provider Depending on your computer model you will need either a NuBus card or a PCI card You should install the video card before you connect the monitor to your computer For instructions on installing a card inside your computer see the manual that came with your computer or video card Do you need an adapter Some Macintosh computer models and some video cards from manufacturers ot
25. mage the finish on the case 31 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 liquid may drip inside the monitor Protecting your monitor from theft The slot on the back of the monitor is for connecting a security lock It lets you attach a narrow flexible cable that you can use to secure your monitor and the rest of your computer system to prevent theft Security locks are available from an Apple authorized dealer or service provider Troubleshooting WARNING If you have a problem with your monitor and nothing presented in this manual solves it consult the service and support information that came with your monitor for instructions on how to contact an Apple authorized service provider or Apple for assistance If you attempt to repair the monitor yourself any damage you may cause to the monitor will not be covered by the limited warranty on your monitor Contact an Apple authorized dealer or service provider for additional information about this or any other warranty question Solutions to common problems related to your monitor are described here Problems related to the computer are covered in the manuals that came with your computer WARNING Never remove the cover from th
26. ntrol panels that you can use to save energy and fine tune your monitor s use of color About the Control Strip When you start up your Macintosh after installing your new display software you will notice the Control Strip at the lower left edge of your screen The Control Strip is a way of changing certain settings from your desktop without opening control panels Note Some versions of the Macintosh Operating System Mac OS will show different modules in the Control Strip If your Control Strip doesn t match whats shown in this chapter consult the on screen help that came with your computer or system software upgrade kit Resolution Volume BitDepth 16 Chapter 2 You can change the following settings with the Control Strip modules Monitor Resolution lets you change the resolution of the screen Monitor BitDepth lets you change the number of colors on your screen Sound Volume lets you change the volume of the system sound To use a module press it and choose a setting from the pop up menu that appears Note If you use more than one monitor the monitors are identified by number in the Control Strip menus To see which number goes with which monitor experiment with the modules or open the Monitors control panel in the Control Panels folder available from the Apple menu and press the Identify button The number of each monitor appears on its screen On some models the control panel has a different name
27. odes Mode Resolution VGA 640 x 480 Macintosh 640 x 480 SVGA 800 x 600 SVGA 800 x 600 Macintosh 832 x 624 SVGA 1024 x 768 SVGA 1024 x 768 Macintosh 1024 x 768 Vertical refresh rate hertz 60 66 67 60 72 75 60 70 75 Horizontal scan rate kilohertz 31 77 35 00 37 90 48 10 49 70 48 36 56 48 60 24 Your computer might not support all of the video modes Check the documentation that came with your computer to determine the resolutions it supports At this resolution the monitor displays objects at the same size as they will be when printed Input electrical requirements Voltage 100 240 volts V a Frequency 50 60 hertz Hz Power 75 watts W maximum standard color bars Weight a 13 5 kilograms Approximately 30 pounds Dimensions Height 383 millimeters mm 5 mm Approximately 15 inches Width 370 mm 5 mm Approximately 14 5 inches Depth 394 5 mm 5 mm Approximately 15 5 inches Interfaces Headphone speaker One input port and one pass through output port Temperature Celsius C and Fahrenheit F Operating 10 to 40 C 50 to 104 F m Storage 0 to 60 C 32 to 140 F Shipping 40 to 65 C 4 to 151 F Humidity noncondensing Operating 20 to 95 Altitude Operating 0 to 3000 meters m 0 to 10 000 feet ft Shipping 0 to 4500 m O to 15 000 ft Technical Information 43 Monitor cable specifications a 15 pin miniat
28. on the desktop Double click the disk icon to open it Double click the Installer icon to start the Installer program Installer After a moment the Installer opens and you see the Welcome screen 4 Read the Welcome screen and click OK The Installer screen appears Display Software Installer 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 Click the Install button The Installer takes a few moments to calculate what needs to be done and then begins to copy files When the installation is complete follow the instructions on the screen After the installation the Installer tells you to restart your computer if you installed the software onto your startup disk or to quit if you installed the software onto another disk The software is now installed and the monitor is ready for use Note To change the screen resolution see Changing Screen Resolution in Chapter 2 Setting Up 13 Using the Display Software This chapter explains how to use the new display software you have installed Your software includes a feature called the Control Strip which you can use to change monitor settings quickly and easily You can use the Control Strip to change screen resolutions change the number of colors your monitor displays and change the volume of your computers beep sound Your monitor also comes with co
29. onitor should revert to a usable resolution If it does not restart your computer After you change the screen resolution a window is stuck halfway off the screen or missing or you can t see the whole screen Try one of the following If you changed the resolution in a control panel make sure the control panel is closed before trying to use another window Quit the program whose window is missing and then open it again If the program has a Windows menu use it to hide the problem window and then show it again Go back to the resolution you were using close the window change the resolution and then reopen the window Try another resolution If you have problems with a particular program contact the publisher of that program Not all programs take advantage of your monitor s multiple resolution feature After you change the number of colors displayed on the screen the colors don t look right Try one of the following Quit the program youre running and start it again Go back to the number of colors you were using Tips and Troubleshooting 37 38 Chapter 4 After you change the screen resolution icons move Changing the screen resolution affects how information can be displayed on your screen The display software may automatically reposition icons after you change the screen resolution After you attached a new monitor to your computer the new monitor s screen is blank or shows ga
30. ossibility of causing interference to radios television sets and other electronic devices You can obtain Apple peripheral devices and the proper shielded cables and connectors through an Apple authorized dealer For non Apple peripheral devices contact the manufacturer or dealer for assistance Communications Regulation Information vi DOC statement DOC Class B Compliance This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise emissions from digital apparatus as set out in the interference causing equipment standard entitled Digital Apparatus ICES 003 of the Department of Communications Observation des normes Classe B Cet appareil num rique respecte les limites de bruits radio lectriques applicables aux appareils num riques de Classe B prescrites dans la norme sur le mat riel brouilleur Appareils Num riques NMB 003 dict e par le ministre des Communications VCCI statement ARU ERRE BEM MC DUT COS Hs RENEE CEE HIRI Zt OVE L MI BY TA FRSA NANA CEE CORRE Le ANE URL PPE aE AE UE ESE FL EBLE VCCI ZEMEIIIA LCBO ET LPL AREA IVA FV EY a SAREL TCM AR AL SRE OMAEZALCERMHV EF ERA Ao TELOR R LT KS Communications Regulation Information Setting Up The Apple Multiple Scan 15av Display is a 15 inch color monitor diagonal viewable image size is 13 75 inches that supports a variety of resolutions and has a built in amplifier and stereo speakers for producing sounds and music This chapter
31. rbage or snow The computer may not have recognized the monitor Try the following Turn off the computer and disconnect the new monitor Start the computer with no monitor attached Wait a minute or so for the computer to finish turning itself on Turn off the computer again and reattach the new monitor The monitor does not go to sleep Some computers and video cards do not support the Energy Saver feature See the documentation that came with your computer and video card for more information If you have a Power Macintosh 9500 you can get an upgrade to your software that allows your monitor to work with Energy Saver Call the Apple Service and Support number found in the service and support information that came with your computer When you use both Energy Saver and a screen saver program the screen freezes The screen saver program may be conflicting with Energy Saver Turn off either the screen saver program or the Energy Saver control panel You see two resolution options labeled 640x870 75 Hz If you re using the Macintosh 24AC video card you may see two apparently identical resolution selections The first option sets your monitor to display millions of colors and the second option sets your monitor to display 256 colors When you change resolutions the monitor goes blank If your monitor is connected to the Macintosh 24AC video card the monitor may go blank for 15 seconds when you select a resolution that do
32. sereen s when idle for If Energy Saver is on slide this control to l determine how long Energy Saver will wait 15 30 45 60 Minutes i n lite enn without activity before darkening the screen the screen picture to reappear Close the control panel What happens after you turn on the energy saving feature When Energy Saver is on the monitor goes to sleep after a specified period of inactivity The monitor screen looks dark and the monitor is using less energy When the monitor is asleep your computer is still working But to prevent accidental changes you can t make any changes while the monitor is asleep 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 takes about 20 seconds and you can begin work as soon as the computer stops beeping The beep volume cannot be adjusted it is not controlled by the computer s sound software IMPORTANT The Energy Saver control panel works with Apple monitors such as this one that comply with the EPA s Energy Star program and any other monitor that complies with the Video Electronics Standards Association s Display Power Management Standard VESA DPMS Your computer model must also be compatible with Energy Star Other monitors will darken after the specified inactivity period but they won t go to sleep or save energy Using Energy Saver with a screen saver Screen saver progr
33. sure you have easy access to the following items for your Multiple Scan I5Av Display Apple Multiple Scan 15av Display Pp Monitor cable Software User s manual Note Your power cord or sound cable may appear different from the ones pictured here Setting Up 3 4 Chapter 1 Your Multiple Scan 15av Display at a glance Stereo speakers Power button 4 Headphone Control panel DP Contrast control 5 Brightness control Security slot Sound input port i IOI Monitor cable Power cord receptacle Choosing a good location for your monitor Here are some key factors to consider when determining where to place your monitor Be sure that the desk or table can support the monitors weight approximately 30 pounds Make sure that the power cord will reach an available AC outlet Make sure the monitor cable will reach from the back of the monitor to your computer The monitor cable should be unobstructed when you swivel and tilt the monitor so allow at least 6 inches of clearance in the back If you don t allow enough clearance the monitor connector might be damaged when the cable hits an obstruction Setting Up 5 6 Connecting the monitor s base Chapter 1 5 The monitor and base are packaged separately To connect the monitor s base follow these steps Place the monitor on its left
34. the Picture 27 Accessing the monitor s controls 27 Making adjustments to the picture 28 Adjusting the brightness of the picture 28 Adjusting the contrast of the picture 28 Adjusting the center of the picture 28 Adjusting the size of the picture 29 Adjusting the sound volume 30 Resetting controls to the factory settings 30 Tips and Troubleshooting 31 Care and cleaning 31 Protecting your monitor from theft 32 Troubleshooting 32 Technical Information 41 Communications regulation information FCC statement This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device in accordance with the specifications in Part 15 of FCC rules See instructions if interference to radio or television reception is suspected Radio and television interference The equipment described in this manual generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy If it is not installed and used properly that is in strict accordance with Apple s instructions it may cause interference with radio and television reception This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device in accordance with the specifications in Part 15 of FCC rules These specifications are designed to provide reasonable protection against such interference in a residential installation However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation You can determine whether yo
35. ur computer and video card may not support multiple resolutions Click Cancel then try step 3 again Note In some cases you can see additional choices if you hold down the Option key on the keyboard while you click the Options button However these choices may not be optimized for your monitor If you try to make a choice that is not optimized for your monitor you ll see a message or the monitor will go blank or show static for several seconds then will switch back to an optimized resolution Click OK to return to the main window of the Monitors control panel Depending on which option you selected in the control panel the new resolution will be displayed when you close the dialog box or when you restart the computer Close the Monitors control panel by clicking the close box in the upper left corner IMPORTANT Make sure you close the Monitors control panel before starting any other work Note When you change monitor resolutions the folders and icons on your desktop may reposition themselves to accommodate the new screen size If the image is distorted try another resolution or adjust the controls on the monitor as explained in Chapter 3 Other things you can do with the Monitors control panel You can also use the Monitors control panel to arrange how multiple monitors work together choose how many colors or shades of gray each monitor can display you can also make this change using the Control Strip See the
36. ur computer system is causing interference by turning it off If the interference stops it was probably caused by the computer or one of the peripheral devices If your computer system does cause interference to radio or television reception try to correct the interference by using one or more of the following measures Turn the television or radio antenna until the interference stops Move the computer to one side or the other of the television or radio Move the computer farther away from the television or radio Plug the computer into an outlet that is on a different circuit from the television or radio That is make certain the computer and the television or radio are on circuits controlled by different circuit breakers or fuses If necessary consult an Apple authorized service provider or Apple See the service and support information that came with your Apple product Or consult an experienced radio television technician for additional suggestions IMPORTANT Changes or modifications to this product not authorized by Apple Computer Inc could void the FCC Certification and negate your authority to operate the product This product was tested for FCC compliance under conditions that included the use of Apple peripheral devices and Apple shielded cables and connectors between system components It is important that you use Apple peripheral devices and shielded cables and connectors between system components to reduce the p
37. ure D type connector 8765432 1 oo 15 14 13 12 11 10 9 Pin Output signal 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 44 l Appendix Apple Computer Inc 1 Infinite Loop Cupertino California 95014 2084 408 996 1010 http www apple com 030 9879 A
38. uter Press the Power button on the front right side of the monitor Power indicator light Power button The green power indicator light goes on If the green light does not go on press the power switch again If this doesn t work make sure you ve connected the monitor to your computer properly see Connecting the Monitor to Your Computer earlier in this chapter and make sure the monitor is plugged into a working electrical outlet Also make sure your computer is turned on Setting Up 11 12 Note If the power light is yellow or amber one of the following may be the cause The computer isn t turned on The monitor s cable isn t connected properly to the computer The video circuitry or video card in your computer is not compatible with the monitor Your Macintosh may need a video card or adapter to use the monitor See Do You Need a Video Card earlier in this chapter The computer and monitor are in sleep mode to conserve energy See Conserving Energy in Chapter 2 To make full use of the features available to you with this monitor you should install the display software Follow the instructions in Installing the Display Software next Installing the display software Chapter 1 To install the display software for the Multiple Scan I5Av Display follow these steps Insert the Apple Multiple Scan Software for Macintosh disk into a floppy disk drive The disk s icon appears
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