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Getting Started
With Your Macintosh LC 550
Includes setup instructions and important health-related information
Read This First
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Contents Communications regulation information iii n Your Computer at a Glance 18 n Setting Up 1 n Using Special Features 20 Plugging in the computer 2 Adjusting the sound 20 Connecting the mouse and keyboard 3 Using the built-in microphone 22 Turning on your computer for the first time 4 Adjusting the screen 22 Problems starting up? 6 Disabling the buttons on the front of your computer 23 Safety instructions 6 Saving energy 24 Health-related informatio
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Adobe, Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Photoshop, and PostScript are trademarks of Adobe K Apple Computer, Inc. Systems Incorporated, which may be registered in certain jurisdictions. This manual and the software described in it are copyrighted, with all rights reserved. Exposure is a registered trademark of Preferred Publishers, Inc. Under the copyright laws, this manual or the software may not be copied, in whole or part, without written consent of Apple, except in the normal use of the software or t
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If necessary, consult an Apple-authorized service provider or Apple. See the Communications regulation information service and support information that came with your Apple product. Or, consult an experienced radio/television technician for additional suggestions. FCC statement You may find the following booklet helpful: Interference Handbook (stock This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class number 004-000-00493-1). This booklet, prepared by the Federal B digi
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VCCI statement iv
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Setting Up Congratulations on your purchase of a Macintosh computer! ® In this all-in-one computer, Apple has integrated a Trinitron monitor for exceptional color quality, reduced the number of cables, and moved controls to the front for easy access. Set it up and learn the basics. Then explore the many options to see what you can do with Apple’s most affordable media-ready system, featuring stereo sound and an optional CD-ROM drive. Setting up your computer involves these steps: Macintosh compu
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1. Plug the socket end of the power cord into the recessed Plugging in the computer power plug (marked with the symbol ≤) on the back Plug in the Macintosh before connecting anything to it. The plug of the computer. grounds the computer and protects it from electrical damage while you are setting up. S Important: Be sure at least one end of the power cord is within easy reach so that you can unplug the computer easily S Important: To protect both yourself and the computer when you need to. S fro
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s Warning: This equipment is intended to be electrically This icon is on both grounded. Your Macintosh is equipped with a three-wire the cable and the port. 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! s ADB port Connecting the
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2. Press the Power key (marked with the P icon) on the Turning on your computer for the first time keyboard to turn on your computer. In order to start up, your computer must have special software Now your computer is on. (called system software) installed on the hard disk. Your computer may have this software already installed. To see if your hard disk already has system software installed, Power key follow these two steps to turn on your computer. 1. Press the top of the main power switch at t
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What you see after you turn on your computer depends on v Note: The desktop is gray right now because that’s the way whether system software has already been installed on your hard your computer was shipped from the factory. If you want to disk. change the color of the desktop pattern, see Chapter 11 of the Macintosh User’s Guide. v If your screen looks like the one below, with a small, labeled picture (icon) at the top right, then system software has already If you see a blinking question mark,
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Problems starting up? Safety instructions If you don’t see anything on the screen, check these items to see For your own safety and that of your equipment, always take the if you can identify the problem: following precautions. n Is the computer firmly plugged into a power source? If it is Turn off the computer completely and disconnect the power plug plugged into a power strip, is the power strip turned on? (by pulling the plug, not the cord) if any of the following conditions exists: n Is the
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Be sure that you always do the following: Health-related information about n Keep your Macintosh away from sources of liquids, such as computer use wash basins, bathtubs, shower stalls, and so on. Muscle soreness, eye fatigue, and other discomforts and injuries n Protect your Macintosh from dampness or wet weather, such sometimes associated with using computers can occur from as rain, snow, and so on. performing any number of activities. In fact, misuse of the same muscles during multiple act
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RSIs did not suddenly arise when computers were invented; Musculoskeletal discomfort tennis elbow and writer’s cramp, for example, are two RSIs that As with any activity that involves sitting for long periods of time, have been with us for a long time. Although less common than using a computer can make your muscles sore and stiff. To other RSIs, one serious RSI discussed more often today is a wrist minimize these effects, set up your work environment carefully, problem called carpal tunnel synd
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Eye fatigue Arranging your office Eye fatigue can occur whenever the eyes are focused on a nearby Here are some guidelines for adjusting the furniture in your office object for a long time. This problem occurs because the eye to accommodate your physical size and shape. muscles must work harder to view an object that’s closer than n An adjustable chair that provides firm, comfortable support is about 20 feet (6 meters). Improper lighting can hasten the best. Adjust the height of the chair so you
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n Position your mouse at the same height as your keyboard. Avoiding fatigue Allow adequate space to use the mouse comfortably. n Change your seated position, stand up, or stretch whenever n Arrange the computer so the top of the screen is slightly you start to feel tired. Frequent short breaks are helpful in below your eye level when you’re sitting at the keyboard. The reducing fatigue. best distance from your eyes to the screen is up to you, n Use a light touch when typing or using a mouse and
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n Allow adequate workspace so that you can use your keyboard What’s next? and mouse comfortably. Place papers or other items so you You’ve completed setting up your computer. Continue with one of can view them easily while using your computer. A document the following steps: stand may make reading papers more comfortable. n If you are new to the Macintosh, continue with the next n Eye muscles must work harder to focus on nearby objects. section, “Learning the Basics,” to learn more about how to
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Learning the Basics The Macintosh comes with a tour and a tutorial to help you start Taking the Macintosh Basics tour using your computer as quickly as possible. Your Macintosh Basics tour can be found on the hard disk that’s n The Macintosh Basics tour teaches the most basic skills you inside your computer. need to master before you can use your computer. To take the tour, follow these steps: n The Learning Macintosh section of your Macintosh User’s Make sure your computer is turned on. If the
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3. Move the mouse so that the arrow is over the picture 2. Notice that the arrow (8) moves in the direction you labeled “Macintosh HD.” move the mouse. Make sure the tip of the arrow is over the picture, not over If the arrow doesn’t move on the screen, make sure that the the words “Macintosh HD.” cable connecting the mouse to the keyboard is secure and that your mouse is positioned as shown in the picture. (Don’t disconnect the cable while your computer is on; you could damage your equipment.)
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4. Being careful not to move the mouse, click the mouse 5. Move the mouse to place the tip of the arrow inside the button twice in quick succession. picture of the folder labeled “Macintosh Basics.” Now your screen should look like the picture shown in this step. If it doesn’t, try steps 3 and 4 again, paying special attention to the following: n Make sure the tip of the arrow is touching the picture, not the words beneath it. n Be sure to press the mouse button twice. n Try pressing twice more
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6. Being careful not to move the mouse, press the mouse 7. Move the mouse so that the arrow is over the picture of button twice in quick succession. the man labeled “Macintosh Basics.” Now your screen should look like the following illustration: Make sure the tip of the arrow is over the picture of the man, not over the words “Macintosh Basics.” Put the tip of the arrow inside this picture. continues . 15
