Compaq FP 5017 User Manual

Reference Guide

Compaq 5017 Flat Panel Monitor

Document Part Number: 266985-001

March 2002

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directions could result in damage to equipment or loss of information.

WARNING:

directions could result in bodily harm or loss of life.

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Product Features

Your flat panel monitor has an active matrix, thin-film transistor (TFT), liquid crystal display (LCD). The monitor features include the following:

15-inch (38.1 cm) viewable area display.

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1024 x 768 resolution, plus full-screen support for lower

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resolutions.

Wide viewing angle to allow viewing from a sitting or

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standing position, or moving side-to-side.

Removable base for flexible mounting solutions.

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Plug and play capability if supported by your system.

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On-Screen Display (OSD) adjustments in six different

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languages: English, Dutch, French, German, Italian, and Spanish for ease of set-up and screen optimization.

Introduction

CD-ROM includes an information file (INF), Image Color

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Matching file (ICM), the Compaq LCD Display Assistant setup and configuration utility, the Compaq Display LiteSaver utility, and product documentation.

Programmable sleep mode timer.

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Energy Saver feature for Energy Star compliance.

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Security lock slot

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AssetControl

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Compliant with the following regulated specifications:

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Introduction

EPA ENERGY STAR

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European Union CE Directives

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Swedish MPR II 1990

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Swedish TCO '99 (select models)

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Safety and Maintenance

Safety Guidelines

Power Requirements

Refer to the “Power Cord Set Requirements” section in “Agency Regulatory Notices,” 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 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.

Guidelines

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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Safety and Maintenance Guidelines

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

computer, connect all power cords for your computer and its peripheral devices (such as a monitor, printer, scanner) to some form of surge protection device such as a power strip or Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS). Not all power strips provide surge protection; the power strips must be specifically labeled as having this ability. Use a power strip whose manufacturer offers a Damage Replacement Policy so you can replace your equipment if surge protection fails.

Maintenance Guidelines

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

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product yourself. Adjust only those controls that are covered in the operating instructions. If your monitor is not operating properly or has been dropped or damaged, contact your Compaq authorized dealer, reseller, or service provider.

Adjust only those controls that are discussed in the operating

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instructions.

Place your monitor at least 3 inches (76 mm) away from

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walls or other enclosures.

Use only a power source and connection appropriate for this

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monitor, as indicated on the label/back plate of the monitor.

Be sure the total ampere rating of the products connected to

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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.

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Disconnect the monitor by grasping the plug firmly and pulling it from the outlet. Never disconnect the monitor by pulling the cord.

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Safety and Maintenance Guidelines

Turn your monitor off when not in use. You can substantially

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increase the life expectancy of your monitor by using a screen saver program and turning off monitor when not in use.

Unplug your monitor from the wall outlet before cleaning.

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Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning. If the screen requires additional cleaning, use an antistatic screen cleaner.

CAUTION:

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

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

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 drop your monitor or place it on an unstable surface.

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

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on the cord.

Keep your monitor in a well-ventilated area, away from

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

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Safety and Maintenance Guidelines

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Monitor Setup

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.

Installation

2. Connect the monitor signal cable to the video connector the rear panel of the monitor.

3. Place the monitor signal cable into the clip the monitor.

4. Connect the monitor audio cable to the audio connector the rear panel of the monitor. (select models only, cable not shown in illustration)

5. Connect the AC power adapter cable to the power connector

on the rear panel of the monitor.

6. Connect the video signal cable to the video connector the rear panel of the computer.

7. Connect the audio cable to the audio connector panel of the computer. (select models only, cable not shown in illustration)

8. Connect the AC power cord to the AC adapter

9. Connect the power cable

to an electrical wall outlet.

on the back of

on the rear

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Installation

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

Do not disable the power cord grounding plug. The grounding

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plug is an important safety feature. Plug the power cord into a grounded (earthed) electrical outlet

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that is easily accessible at all times. Disconnect power from the monitor by unplugging the power

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cord from the electrical outlet. Do not place anything on power cords or cables. Arrange them

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so that no one may accidentally step on or trip over them. Do not pull on a cord or cable. When unplugging from the electrical outlet, grasp the cord by the plug.

For security purposes, this monitor has been fitted with a slot for

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use with a security cable lock that can be purchased separately at most computer stores.

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After you turn on the monitor, install the Compaq LCD Display

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Assistant utility included on the CD-ROM. Use the on-screen instructions to adjust the picture quality of your monitor. To install this utility, follow the instructions on the “Configuring Your Compaq LCD Monitor” card located in the Program License Agreement packet.

Important: Always activate a screen saver program, the programmable sleep timer, the Compaq Display LiteSaver utility, or turn off the monitor when it is not in use for a prolonged period of time. All LCD monitors that display the same static image on screen for a prolonged period of time may exhibit screen image retention. Note that image retention is not a permanent condition and will fade over a period of time. Image retention is a condition that may occur on all LCD screens.

Monitor Base Removal (Optional)

If you choose to mount the monitor onto a swing arm or other mounting fixture, you must remove the base from the monitor.

Installation

CAUTION: Before beginning to disassemble the monitor, be sure

the monitor is turned off and the power and signal cables are both disconnected.

To remove the base from the monitor, complete the following steps:

1. Lay the front bezel down on a soft area to prevent it from getting scratched, defaced, or broken.

2. Remove the two screws shown in the following illustration.

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from the back of the monitor as

Installation

3. Remove the base 2 from the monitor by pushing the base away from the monitor.

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Information Files

The CD-ROM included with this monitor contains two information files to be installed onto your computer; an .INF file and an .ICM file.

The .INF file defines monitor resources and provides specifications used by most operating systems to install support software for certain hardware devices. The .INF file ensures monitor compatibility and optimization with your computer’s graphics adapter. INF files are downloadable by clicking on:

www.compaq.com/products/monitors/index.html

desired monitor.

The .ICM file provides color matching consistency from monitor screen to printer and is activated from within graphics programs that have this feature.

To install these files on your computer:

Operation

and selecting the

1. Insert the Software and Reference Guide CD-ROM 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/files/monitors/index.html

your monitor model to download the appropriate files.

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and select

Operation

Front Panel Controls

No. Icon Control Function

1 Headphone Jack Connects a headphone set to the

monitor.

2 Select Launches on-screen displays,

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

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Left Adjustment Moves backward through menu

options or decreases adjustment levels.

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