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Step 2:Connect the power cord Step 3:Turn on the monitor and computer With the monitor and computer switched off, first connect the power cord to the monitor, then connect it to a power outlet. First turn on the monitor, then turn on the computer. (HD15) 1 AC IN The installation of your monitor is complete. If necessary, use the monitor’s controls to adjust the picture. If no picture appears on your screen to AC IN • Check that the monitor is correctly connected to the computer. to a power out
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Selecting the on-screen menu Customizing Your Monitor language (LANG) You can make numerous adjustments to your monitor using the English, French, German, Spanish, Italian, Dutch, Swedish, on-screen menu. Russian and Japanese versions of the on-screen menus are available. The default setting is English. Navigating the menu 1 Press the center of the control button. Press the center of the control button to display the main MENU See page 9 for more information on using the control button. on
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the resolution of the current input signal x Using the control button 6666 CONV (page 12) CONVERGENCE Selects the CONV menu to adjust 1 Display the main MENU. the picture’s horizontal and vertical Press the center of the control button to display the main convergence. 26 MENU on your screen. MENU L ANGUAGE 7777 LANG (page 8) Selects the LANG menu to choose ENGL I SH FRANÇA I S the on-screen menu’s language. DEUTSCH ESPAÑOL ITAL IANO NEDERLANDS SVENSKA 2 Select the menu you want to adjust.
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Adjusting the brightness and Adjusting the centering of the contrast picture (CENTER) Brightness and contrast adjustments are made using a separate This setting is stored in memory for the current input signal. BRIGHTNESS/CONTRAST menu. These settings are stored in memory for all input signals. 1 Press the center of the control button. The main MENU appears on the screen. 1 Move the control button in any direction. The BRIGHTNESS/CONTRAST menu appears on the 2 Move the control button to highlig
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Adjusting the shape of the picture Adjusting the color of the picture (GEOM) (COLOR) The COLOR settings allow you to adjust the picture’s color The GEOM settings allow you to adjust the rotation and shape of temperature by changing the color level of the white color field. the picture. Colors appear reddish if the temperature is low, and bluish if the The (rotation) setting is stored in memory for all input signals. temperature is high. This adjustment is useful for matching the All othe
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Adjusting the convergence (CONV) Additional settings (OPTION) The CONV settings allow you to adjust the quality of the picture You can manually degauss (demagnetize) the monitor, adjust the by controlling the convergence. The convergence refers to the moire cancellation level, change the menu position, and lock the alignment of the red, green, and blue color signals. controls. If you see red or blue shadows around letters or lines, adjust the convergence. 1 Press the center of the control but
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Locking the controls Helpful hints and information To protect adjustment data by locking the controls, first move the control button m/M to select (CONTROL (HELP) LOCK). Then move the control button ,, to select ON. The HELP menu contains helpful hints and information about this Only the 1 (power) switch, EXIT, and (CONTROL LOCK) monitor. If your monitor is displaying symptoms that match those of the OPTION menu will operate. If any other items are selected, listed in the HELP menu, foll
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THIN HORIZONTAL LINE Resetting the adjustments The lines that appear on your screen are damper wires. See page 15 for more information about the damper wires. This monitor has the following three reset methods. Use the RESET button to reset the adjustments. DISTORTED SHAPE If the shape of the picture on the screen seems distorted, try RESET adjusting the picture’s geometry. Move the control button , to jump directly to the GEOMETRY menu. OUT OF FOCUS The picture may seem to be out of focus w
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Technical Features Troubleshooting Before contacting technical support, refer to this section. Preset and user modes If thin lines appear on your screen When the monitor receives an input signal, it automatically matches the signal to one of the factory preset modes stored in the (damper wires) monitor’s memory to provide a high quality picture at the center of the screen. (See Appendix for a list of the factory preset modes.) The lines you are experiencing on your screen are normal for the
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Trouble symptoms and remedies If the problem is caused by the connected computer or other equipment, please refer to the connected equipment’s instruction manual. Use the self-diagnosis function (page 18) if the following recommendations do not resolve the problem. Symptom Check these items No picture If the 1 (power) indicator is not lit • Check that the power cord is properly connected. • Check that the 1 (power) switch is in the “on” position. If the NO INPUT SIGNAL message • Check that the v
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Symptom Check these items Picture is ghosting • Eliminate the use of video cable extensions and/or video switch boxes. • Check that all plugs are firmly seated in their sockets. Picture is not centered or sized • Adjust the size (page 10) or centering (page 10). Note that some video modes do not fill properly the screen to the edges. Edges of the image are curved • Adjust the geometry (page 11). Wavy or elliptical pattern (moire) • Select MOIRE ADJUST and adjust the moire cancellation effect (p
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Self-diagnosis function Specifications This monitor is equipped with a self-diagnosis function. If there is CRT 0.24 mm aperture grille pitch (center) a problem with your monitor or computer, the screen will go 19 inches measured diagonally blank and the 1 (power) indicator will either light up green or 90-degree deflection flash orange. If the 1 (power) indicator is lit in orange, the FD Trinitron computer is in power saving mode. Try pressing any key on the Viewable image size Approx. 3
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Table des Matières Précautions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Identification des composants et des commandes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6 1re étape: Raccordez le moniteur à votre ordinateur. . . . . . . . . . . . 6 2e étape: Branchez le cordon d’alimentation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 3e étape: Mettez le moniteur et l’ordinateur sous tensi
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Entretien Précautions • Nettoyez l’écran à l’aide d’un chiffon doux. Si vous utilisez un produit nettoyant pour vitres, n’utilisez aucun type de produit Avertissement sur le raccordement à la source contenant une solution antistatique ou des additifs similaires d’alimentation parce que vous risquez de rayer le revêtement de l’écran. • Utilisez le cordon d’alimentation fourni. Si vous utilisez un • Ne frottez pas, ne touchez pas et ne tapotez pas la surface de cordon d’alimentation différent
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Owner’s Record NOTICE This notice is applicable for USA/Canada only. The model and serial numbers are located at the rear of the unit. If shipped to USA/Canada, install only a UL LISTED/CSA Record these numbers in the spaces provided below. Refer to them LABELLED power supply cord meeting the following whenever you call upon your dealer regarding this product. specifications: Model No. Serial No. SPECIFICATIONS Plug Type Nema-Plug 5-15p Cord
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Table of Contents Precautions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Identifying parts and controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Setup. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6 Step 1: Connect your monitor to your computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Step 2: Connect the power cord. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Step 3: Turn on the monitor and
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Use of the tilt-swivel Precautions This monitor can be adjusted within the angles shown below. To find the center of the monitor’s turning radius, align the center of Warning on power connections the monitor’s screen with the centering dots on the stand. • Use the supplied power cord. If you use a different power cord, Hold the monitor at the bottom with both hands when you turn it be sure that it is compatible with your local power supply. horizontally or vertically. Be careful not to pinch
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Identifying parts and controls See the pages in parentheses for further details. Front Rear MENU RESET (HD15) 1 AC IN MENU RESET 1111 RESET button (page 14) 4444 AC IN connector (page 7) This button resets the adjustments to the factory settings. This connector provides AC power to the monitor. 2222 Control button (page 9) 5555 Video input 1 connector (HD15) (y1) (page 6) The control button is used to display the menu and make This connector inputs RGB video signals (0.700 Vp-p, GB adjustments
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x Connecting to a Macintosh or compatible computer Setup Use the supplied G3 adapter (for blue and white system). Before using your monitor, check that the following accessories are included in your carton: • Power cord (1) (HD15) 1 • G3 adapter (for Macintosh blue and white system) (1) AC IN • Setup Disk (1) • Warranty card (1) • Notes on cleaning the screen’s surface (1) • This instruction manual (1) Step 1:Connect your monitor to your computer Turn off the monitor and computer before conn
