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Reference Guide
Compaq Color Monitors Series 5500, 7500,
7550, 9500
Document Part Number: 266189-001
January 2002
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© 2002 Compaq Computer Corporation. Compaq and the Compaq logo are trademarks of Compaq Information Technologies Group, L.P. Compaq shall not be liable for technical or editorial errors or omissions contained herein. The information in this document is provided “as is” without warranty of any kind and is subject to change without notice. The warranties for Compaq products are set forth in the express limited warranty statements accompanying such products. Nothing herein should be construed a
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Contents Introduction Kit Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–1 Safety and Maintenance Guidelines Safety Guidelines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–1 Power Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–1 Important Safety Information. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Contents Agency Regulatory Notices Federal Communications Commission Notice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . C–1 Modifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . C–1 Cables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . C–1 Declaration of Conformity for Products Marked with FCC Logo, United States Only . . . . . . . . . . .
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1 Introduction Your microprocessor-based, digitally controlled color monitor is a high-performance and easy-to-use product. It employs the latest on-screen menu technology. Kit Contents Your monitor kit should contain: CRT monitor Monitor Base (pre-attached on selected models) AC power cord (selected models) Speakers (selected models) Speaker power adapter (selected models) Documentation kit Reference Guide 1–1
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2 Safety and Maintenance Guidelines Safety Guidelines Power Requirements Refer to the “Power Cord Set Requirements” section in “Agency Regulatory Notice,” for information on the correct power cord set for this device. Important Safety Information WARNING: To reduce the risk of electric shock or damage to your equipment, do not disable the Å power cord grounding feature. This equipment is designed to be connected to a grounded (earthed) power outlet that is easily accessible to the operator. The
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Safety and Maintenance Guidelines Be sure the total ampere rating of the products connected to the outlet does not exceed the current rating of the electrical outlet, and the total ampere rating of the products connected to the cord does not exceed the rating of the cord. Look on the power label to determine the ampere rating (AMPS or A) for each device. Install your monitor near an outlet that you can easily reach. Disconnect the monitor by grasping the plug firmly and pulling it from t
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Safety and Maintenance Guidelines Removing the Monitor Base In the event that you need to disassemble the base from the monitor, follow these instructions: 1. If you must remove the base attachment, release the catch and slide the base toward the back of your monitor. 2. Lift the base up and away from your monitor. Reference Guide 2–3
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3 Installation MonitorBaseInstallation On some monitors, the base must be attached prior to monitor installation. If you need to attach the base, follow these steps: 1. Align the hooks on the base with the sockets on the bottom of the monitor and attach the base. 2. Push the base toward the front of the monitor until it stops. Reference Guide 3–1
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Installation Monitor Installation Before installing your monitor, place it in a convenient, well-ventilated location near your computer. 1. Turn off the power to your computer and other peripheral devices. 2. Connect the video cable (blue connector) 1 from the back of the monitor to the blue 15-pin connector on the back of the computer. Tighten the cable screws to secure the cable to the connector. CAUTION: To avoid damaging the video cable, ensure that the cable aligns with the Ä 15-pin co
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Installation Speaker Installation Selected monitors come with speakers which must be installed. If you need to install your speakers, follow these steps: 1. Place the control speaker 1 and the other speaker 2 on either side of your monitor. 2. Attach the speaker power cable 3 to the black connector on the back of the control speaker 1, then connect the AC adapter 4 into an electrical wall outlet. 3. Insert the white connector 5 from the other speaker 2 into the white port on the back of the c
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Installation Attaching the Speakers to the Monitor To attach the speakers to the sides of your monitor, follow these steps: 1. Rotate the thumbwheel, located on the side of the speaker, up to extend the speaker hook mechanism 2. Align the hooks with the slots in the monitor. 3. Gently insert the hooks into the slots and slide down into place. 4. Turn the power/volume button 1 on the front of the speaker clockwise to power on the speakers and adjust the speaker volume. 5. To use an MP3 or CD
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Installation Speaker Security Lock If your monitor has speakers, the speakers can be locked to the sides of the monitor. To use the Speaker Security Lock, follow these steps: 1. Grasp the front cloth-covered grill firmly at the sides and remove from the speaker, then locate the security lock screw, which can be found in the top inner corner of the speaker. 2. Attach the speaker to the side of the monitor as described in the “Speaker Installation section.” 3. Using a Phillips screwdriver, loos
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4 Operation Information Files The CD-ROM included with this monitor contains two data files that must be installed onto your computer: an .INF file and an .ICM file. The .INF file designates software and defines monitor resources used by Microsoft Windows to ensure monitor compatibility with the graphics adapter in your computer. The .ICM file provides color matching consistency between your monitor screen and your printer. Once installed, this file is activated by graphics programs that hav
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Operation Front Panel Controls Item Icon Name Function Select Launches on-screen displays, selects functions and adjustments, and exits menus and On-Screen Display. 1 Left Adjustment Moves backward through menu options or decreases adjustment levels. 2 Right Adjustment Moves forward through menu options or increases adjustment levels. 3 Power/LED Controls power to the monitor. The LED on the power button indicates the state of the monitor. 4 On-Screen Display The On-Screen Display (OSD) adjusts
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Operation 3. To move to a function, press the Right-Adjustment or Left-Adjustment button on the front panel of your monitor until the function is highlighted. 4. Press the Select button on the monitor choose the function. 5. The adjustment window displays. Press the Right-Adjustment or Left-Adjustment buttons to increase (Right) or decrease (Left) the level of adjustment. 6. Press Select to save the new adjustment. 7. To exit the On-Screen Display, select the Exit icon and press the Select but
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Operation On-Screen Display Icons and Functions (Continued) 7500 & Icon Function Description 5500 7550 9500 Pin Balance Right-Adjustment moves the top and bottom of the image to the right and Left-Adjustment moves the top and bottom of the image to the left. Parallelo- Right-Adjustment tilts the sides of the image gram to the right and Left-Adjustment tilts the sides of the image to the left. Tilt (Rotation) Right-Adjustment tilts the sides of the image to the right and Left-Adjustment tilts the
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Operation Monitor Messages No Signal Message If a No Signal message displays on your monitor, check to be sure your video cable is properly connected and ensure that your computer is powered on. Out of Frequency Range Message If an Out of Frequency Range message displays on your monitor, your video resolution and/or refresh rate are set higher than the levels your monitor supports. To change the video resolution or refresh rate on your monitor, follow these steps: 1. Restart your computer. 2.
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Operation 3. Change your display settings to a supported setting (see “Technical Specifications”). 4. Restart your computer so that the new settings take effect. Using the Energy Saver Mode Your monitor is designed to meet strict Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Energy Star requirements for reduced power consumption. Using a combination of hardware and software functions, this energy-saving feature allows your computer to control your monitor’s power consumption and reduce your monitor’s
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Operation Your monitor’s energy saver feature works only when your monitor is connected to a ✎ computer that also has energy saver features. The Energy Saver utility, with its energy saving features, is available with all Microsoft Windows operating systems. Some features are also available in DOS. Refer to your computer’s user guide for instructions on setting energy saver features (also referred to as power management features). Reference Guide 4–7
