Compaq 5700 User Manual

User’s Guide

Compaq Color Monitor Series 5500, 5700, 7500, 7550, 9500

Document Part Number: 306852-001

August 2002

Compaq and the Compaq logo are trademarks of Compaq Information Technologies Group, L.P. in the U.S. and/or other countries. All other product names mentioned herein may be trademarks of their respective companies.

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 as constituting an additional warranty.

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User’s Guide First Edition (August 2002) Document Part Number: 306852-001

Introduction

This user's guide includes setup and basic operating information for your Compaq color monitor. You should be able to perform basic computer-monitor operations with the information presented here. The reference guide contained on the CD included with your monitor provides additional configuration and operating information.

Kit Contents

Your monitor kit should contain:

■ CRT monitor

■ Monitor Base (preinstalled on selected models)

■ AC power cord (selected models)

■ Speakers (selected models)

■ Speaker power adapter (selected models)

■ Documentation kit and CD

Important Safety Information

WARNING: To reduce the risk of electric shock or damage to your

equipment, do not disable the 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 grounding plug is an important safety feature.

WARNING: For your safety, be sure that the power outlet you plug

the power cord into is easily accessible and located as close to the equipment as possible. When you need to disconnect the power to the equipment, unplug the power cord from the power outlet by grasping the plug firmly. Never pull on the cord.

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CAUTION: For the protection of your monitor, as well as your

computer, connect all power cords for your computer and its peripheral devices (monitor, printer, scanner, etc.) to some form of surge protection device such as a power strip or UPS (Uninterruptible Power Supply). Not all power strips provide surge protection; they must be specifically labeled as having this ability. Look for manufacturers that have a Damage Replacement Policy to replace your equipment if their surge protection fails.

Retain and follow all product safety and operating instructions. Observe all warnings on the product and in the operating instructions.

To reduce the risk of bodily injury, electric shock, fire, and damage to the equipment, observe the following precautions:

General Precautions

Heed service markings: Except as explained elsewhere in the Compaq documentation, do not service any Compaq product yourself. Opening

or removing covers that are marked may expose you to electric shock. Service needed on components inside these compartments should be done by a Compaq authorized service provider.

Damage requiring service: Unplug the product from the electrical outlet and refer servicing to a Compaq authorized service provider under the following conditions:

■ The power cord, extension cord, or plug is damaged.

■ Liquid has been spilled or an object has fallen into the product.

■ The product has been exposed to rain or water.

■ The product has been dropped or damaged.

■ There are noticeable signs of overheating.

■ The product does not operate normally when you follow the

operating instructions.

Avoid hot areas: The product should be placed away from heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other products (including amplifiers) that produce heat.

Avoid wet areas: Never use the product in a wet location. Avoid pushing objects into product: Never push objects of any kind

into cabinet slots or other openings in the product. Slots and openings are provided for ventilation. These openings must not be blocked or covered.

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Mounting Accessories: Do not use the product on an unstable table, cart, stand, tripod, or bracket. Any mounting of the product should follow the manufacturer's instructions, and should use a mounting accessory recommended by the manufacturer.

Avoid unstable mounting: Do not place a monitor with an unstable base or a monitor heavier than 55 pounds (25 kilograms) on top of a monitor support cover. Instead, place the monitor on a work surface next to the docking base.

Use product with approved equipment: This product should be used only with the Compaq computers and options identified as suitable for use with your equipment.

Allow product to cool: Allow the product to cool before removing covers and touching internal components.

Adjust the volume: Turn down the volume before using headphones or other audio devices.

Safety Precautions for Power Cords and Accessories

Use the correct external power source: A product should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the electrical ratings label. If you are not sure of the type of power source required, consult your Compaq authorized service provider or local power company. For a product that operates from battery power or other sources, refer to the operating instructions that are included with the product.

Select the correct voltage: Ensure that the voltage select switch is in the correct position for the type of voltage you use (115 VAC or 230 VA C ) .

Use an approved power cord: If you have not been provided with a power cord for your product, you should purchase a power cord that is approved for use in your country.

The power cord must be rated for the product and for the voltage and current marked on the product's electrical ratings label. The voltage and current rating of the cord should be greater than the voltage and current rating marked on the product. In addition, the diameter of the wire must be a minimum of 0.75 mm2/18AWG and the cord should be between 5 and 6.5 feet (1.5 and 2 meters) long. If you have questions about the type of power cord to use, contact your Compaq authorized service provider.

Position the power cord carefully: Route the power cord so that it will not be walked on, tripped over, or pinched by items placed upon or against it. Pay particular attention to the plug, electrical outlet, and the point where the power cord exits the product.

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Overloading: Do not overload an electrical outlet, power strip, or convenience receptacle. The overall system load must not exceed 80% of the branch circuit rating. If power strips are used, the load should not exceed 80% of the power strip input rating.

Observe extension cord ratings: If an extension cord or power strip is used, make sure that the cord or strip is rated for the product and that the total ampere ratings of all products plugged into the extension cord or power strip do not exceed 80% of the extension cord or strip ampere ratings limit.

Do not use appliance converters: Do not attempt to power the product with converter kits sold for appliances.

Handle battery packs carefully: Do not disassemble, crush, puncture, short external contacts, dispose of in fire or water, or expose a battery pack to temperatures higher than 60°C (140°F). In addition, do not attempt to open or service a battery pack.

WARNING: Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced.

Replace only with Compaq-specified batteries. Dispose of used batteries according to the information in the User's Guide or Reference Guide supplied with your product.

Cleaning: Unplug the product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning, but NEVER use water to clean an LCD screen.

Safety Precautions for Docking Bases

Keep fingers clear when docking: To avoid pinching your fingers, do not touch the rear of the computer when docking it into a base.

Precautions for Products with Modems, Telecommunications, or Local Area Network Options

In addition to the general precautions described earlier in this section, be sure to observe the following precautions when operating telecommunications and network equipment. Failure to observe these precautions could result in fire, bodily injury, and damage to the equipment.

■ Do not connect or use a modem or telephone (other than a cordless type) during a lightning storm. There may be a remote risk of electric shock from lightning.

■ Never connect or use a modem or telephone in a wet location.

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■ Do not plug a modem or telephone cable into the Network Interface Card (NIC) receptacle.

■ Disconnect the modem cable before opening a product enclosure, touching or installing internal components, or touching an uninsulated modem cable or jack.

■ Do not use a telephone line to report a gas leak while you are in the vicinity of the leak.

Precautions for Products with Laser Devices

In addition to the general precautions described earlier in this section, be sure to observe the following precautions when operating a product equipped with a laser device. Failure to observe these precautions could result in fire, bodily injury, and damage to the equipment.

■ Do not operate controls, make adjustments, or perform procedures to a laser device other than those specified herein or in the CD-ROM drive installation guide.

■ Allow only Compaq-authorized service technicians to repair the laser equipment.

■ All Compaq systems equipped with CD-ROM drives comply with appropriate safety standard including IEC 825. With specific regard to the laser, the equipment complies with laser product performance standards set by government agencies as a Class 1 laser product. It does not emit hazardous light; the beam is totally enclosed during all modes of customer operation and maintenance.

This system is classified as a CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT. This label is located on the outside of your system. A similar label also appears on the internal CD-ROM installed in your system.

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Packing and Unpacking

WARNING: Compaq recommends that two people take the monitor

from or place the monitor into the box. This helps ensure that the monitor is not dropped. Dropping the monitor may result in personal injury or injury to the equipment.

Care and Maintenance

To enhance the performance and extend the life of your monitor, use the following guidelines:

■ Do not open your monitor cabinet or attempt to service this product yourself. If your monitor is not operating properly, or has been dropped or damaged, first unplug your monitor from the power outlet, then contact your Compaq authorized dealer, reseller, or service provider.

■ Adjust only those controls that are discussed in the operating instructions.

■ Place your monitor at least 3 inches (76 mm) away from walls or other enclosures.

■ Use only a power source and connection appropriate for this monitor, as indicated on the label/back plate of the monitor.

■ 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 the outlet. Never disconnect the monitor by pulling the cord.

■ Turn your monitor off when not in use. You can substantially increase the life of your monitor by using a screen saver program.

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■ Unplug your monitor from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning. If the screen requires additional cleaning, use an antistatic CRT screen cleaner.

CAUTION: Do not use benzene, thinner, ammonia, or any other

volatile substances to clean your monitor or the screen. These chemicals may damage the cabinet finish as well as the screen.

■ Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for ventilation. These openings must not be blocked or covered. Never push objects of any kind into cabinet slots or other openings.

■ Do not place plants on top of your monitor. Water or dirt from the plant may get into the vents.

■ Do not drop your monitor or place it on an unstable surface.

■ Do not allow anything to rest on the power cord. Do not walk on the

cord.

■ Keep your monitor in a well-ventilated area, away from excessive light, heat or moisture. Keep your monitor away from high-capacity transformers, electric motors, and other devices with strong magnetic fields.

■ In a two-monitor system, place your monitors as far apart from one another as possible to lessen interference between them.

■ Do not place the monitor face down. Damage could result to the front panel controls or the monitor screen.

CAUTION: Burn-in image damage may occur on monitors that

display the same static image on screen for a prolonged period of time. To avoid burn-in image damage on your monitor screen, you should always activate a screen saver application or turn off the machine when it is not in use for a prolonged period of time.

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Attach Base to Monitor

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.

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Install Monitor

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 15-pin connector. Do not force the cable onto the connector.

3. Connect the power cord 2 to the back of the monitor, then connect the power cord to a power outlet.

4. Power on your computer and monitor.

If your monitor fails to function properly, refer to the “Troubleshooting” section of the Reference Guide, found on the CD which accompanied

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your monitor.

5. If necessary, adjust the front panel monitor controls according to your personal preference.

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Identify the Front Panel Controls

Item Icon Name Function

Select Launches on-screen displays,

Left Adjustment Moves backward through menu

Right Adjustment Moves forward through menu

Power/LED Controls power to the monitor.

selects functions and adjustments, and exits menus and On-Screen Display.

options or decreases adjustment levels.

options or increases adjustment levels.

The LED on the power button is illuminated when the power is on.

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Install Program Files

The CD 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 have this color-matching feature.

To install these files on your computer:

1. Insert the Software and Reference Guide CD in your computer's optical drive.

2. When the CD-ROM menu launches, select Install INF and ICM

Files.

3. To get the latest .INF and .ICM files, download them from the Compaq Web site. Access http://www.compaq.com/support and select your monitor model to download the appropriate files.

For More Information

Selected models include speakers which must be installed. For detailed instructions on speaker installation, refer to “Speaker Installation” in the Installation chapter of the Reference Guide on the CD which came with your monitor.

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Troubleshooting

Problem Possible Cause Solution

Screen is blank. Power cord is

disconnected.

“No Signal” is displayed on screen.

“Out of Frequency” is displayed on screen.

Monitor is overheating.

Monitor video cable is disconnected.

Video resolution and/or refresh rate are set higher than what your monitor supports.

There is not enough air space to allow proper ventilation.

Connect the power cord.

Connect the 15-pin monitor video cable to the computer. Be sure that the computer power is on.

Restart your computer and enter Safe Mode. Change your settings to a supported setting (see “Appendix B: Technical Specifications” of the Reference Guide on the CD included with your monitor). Restart your computer so that the new settings take effect.

Leave at least 3 inches (76 mm) of ventilation space around the monitor, and do not place objects on top of the monitor.

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Introduction

Le présent manuel de l’utilisateur contient des informations sur l’installation et le fonctionnement élémentaire de votre moniteur couleur Compaq. Ces informations doivent vous permettre de réaliser des opérations ordinateur-moniteur de base. Le manuel de référence figurant sur le CD livré avec le moniteur fournit des informations complémentaires sur la configuration et le fonctionnement du moniteur.

Contenu du kit

Votre kit moniteur doit contenir :

■ Un moniteur à tube cathodique

■ Un socle (préfixé sur certains modèles)

■ Un cordon d’alimentation (certains modèles)

■ Des enceintes (certains modèles)

■ Un adaptateur pour les enceintes (certains modèles)

■ Un kit de documentation et un CD

Informations importantes relatives à la sécurité

AVERTISSEMENT : pour réduire les risques d’électrocution ou

d’endommagement de votre matériel, ne désactivez pas la prise de terre du cordon d’alimentation. Cet équipement doit être branché à une prise mise à la terre et facilement accessible par l’utilisateur. La fiche de terre est un élément de sécurité important.

AVERTISSEMENT : pour votre sécurité, assurez-vous que la prise

de courant que vous utilisez est facilement accessible et située aussi près que possible de l’appareil. Si vous devez débrancher le cordon d’alimentation de l’appareil, faites-le en tirant directement sur la fiche. Ne tirez pas sur le cordon.

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ATTENTION : pour la protection de votre moniteur et celle de votre

ordinateur, branchez les cordons d’alimentation de votre ordinateur et de ses périphériques (moniteur, imprimante, scanner, etc.) sur un dispositif de protection contre les surtensions, tel qu’une prise multiple ou un onduleur. Toutes les prises multiples ne protègent pas contre les surtensions. Assurez-vous que celle que vous utilisez présente le logo attestant cette fonctionnalité. Optez pour une prise multiple dont le fabricant offre de remplacer les produits endommagés en cas de dysfonctionnement de la protection contre les surtensions.

Retenez en mémoire et respectez toutes les instructions d'utilisation et de sécurité du produit. Observez tous les avertissements apparaissant sur le produit, ainsi que celles contenues dans les instructions d'utilisation.

Pour réduire les risques de blessures corporelles, de décharge électrique, d'incendie ou de détérioration du matériel, prenez les précautions suivantes :

Précautions générales

Tenez compte des symboles d'entretien : Sauf indication contraire dans la documentation Compaq, n'effectuez jamais vous-même la maintenance d'un produit Compaq. L'ouverture ou le retrait de capots

repérés par peut vous exposer à des risques d'électrocution. La maintenance des composants situés à l'intérieur de ces compartiments doit être confiée à un Mainteneur Agréé Compaq.

Détérioration nécessitant une intervention de la maintenance :

Débranchez le produit de la prise secteur et adressez-vous à un Mainteneur Agréé Compaq dans les conditions suivantes :

■ Le cordon d'alimentation, la rallonge ou la prise est endommagé(e).

■ Du liquide a été répandu sur le produit ou un objet est tombé à

l'intérieur de celui-ci.

■ Le produit a été exposé à la pluie ou à l'eau.

■ Le produit est tombé ou a été endommagé.

■ Le produit présente des signes évidents de surchauffe.

■ Le produit ne fonctionne pas normalement lorsque vous suivez les

instructions d'utilisation.

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Évitez les surfaces chaudes : Le produit doit être placé à l'écart de sources de chaleur, telles que des radiateurs, des accumulateurs de chaleur, des cuisinières ou autres produits (y compris les amplificateurs) produisant de la chaleur.

Évitez les zones humides : N'utilisez jamais le produit en milieu humide.

Évitez d'introduire des objets dans le produit : N'introduisez jamais d'objets de quelque type que ce soit dans les orifices et ouvertures du boîtier du produit. Les orifices et ouvertures sont prévus pour l'aération du produit. Ces ouvertures ne doivent pas être bouchées ou couvertes.

Montage d'accessoires : N'utilisez pas le produit sur une table, un chariot, une tablette, un tabouret ou un support instable. Le montage du produit doit se faire dans le respect des instructions du fabricant et en utilisant un accessoire de montage recommandé par celui-ci.

Évitez un montage instable : Ne posez pas un moniteur avec un socle instable ou un moniteur de plus de 25 kg sur le support de moniteur. Posez le moniteur de préférence sur une surface de travail, à côté du socle d'amarrage.

Utilisez le produit avec du matériel agréé : Ce produit ne doit être employé qu'avec des ordinateurs et options Compaq identifiés comme étant compatibles avec votre matériel.

Laissez le produit refroidir : Laissez refroidir le produit avant de retirer les capots et de toucher les composants internes.

Réglez le volume : Baissez le volume avant d'utiliser un casque ou d'autres appareils audio.

Précautions de sécurité concernant les cordons d'alimentation et les accessoires

Utilisez une source d'alimentation externe adaptée : Un produit ne doit être alimenté qu'à partir du type de source d'énergie indiqué sur l'étiquette des valeurs nominales électriques. Si vous n'êtes pas certain du type de source d'alimentation nécessaire, adressez-vous à votre Mainteneur Agréé Compaq ou à votre compagnie d'électricité locale. Pour un produit fonctionnant sur batterie ou avec d'autres sources d'alimentation, reportez-vous aux instructions d'utilisation fournies avec le produit.

Sélectionnez la tension appropriée : Assurez-vous que le sélecteur de tension est réglé dans la position correspondant au type de tension que vous utilisez (115 VCA ou 230 VCA).

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