Compaq TFT 5030 User Manual

User’s Guide

Compaq TFT5030
Flat Panel Monitor

June 2001

Enhanced for accessibility

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User’s Guide
Compaq TFT5030 Flat Panel Monitor
First Edition (June 2001)
Part Number: 235607-001

Product Features

The Compaq TFT5030 Flat Panel Monitor has an active matrix,
thin-film transistor (TFT), liquid crystal display (LCD). The
monitor features include:

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15-inch (38.1-cm) viewable area display

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1024 × 768 resolution, plus full-screen support for lower
resolutions

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Wide viewing angle to allow viewing from a sitting or
standing position, or when moving side-to-side

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Tilt and swivel capabilities

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Removable base for flexible mounting solutions

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Includes both VGA and DVI-D signal connectors; the DVI­digital connection requires a special digital-compatible
graphics adapter card

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

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Programmable Sleep Timer

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CD-ROM includes an information file (INF), Image Color
Matching file (ICM), Colorific Software package, the
Compaq LCD Display Assistant setup and configuration
utility, the Compaq Display LiteSaver utility, and product
documentation

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Security lock slot

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AssetControl

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Energy Saver feature for Energy Star* compliance

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Product Features

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Compliance with the following regulated specifications:

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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

Universal Driver Manager

This monitor may require a graphics driver (and/or .INF file) that
is compatible with your computer’s graphics adapter. The CD­ROM included with this monitor contains an .INF file (see the
section on Information Files). Compaq has also created a
Universal Driver Manager (UDM) release that supports all
graphics adapters found on Compaq Deskpro and Compaq
Workstation products. The UDM eases graphics driver
deployment across Compaq platforms ensuring cross­compatibility and backward-compatibility. The resulting solution
enables customers to manage and control ongoing software
maintenance costs. The UDM is available on the Compaq Support
Software CD for Compaq Desktop, Portable, and Workstation
Products and the Compaq World Wide Web site
(www.compaq.com).

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Information Files

This monitor includes a CD-ROM with two information files to
be installed onto your computer—an .INF file and an .ICM file.

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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.

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

To install these files on your computer, follow the instructions on
the CD-ROM or on the "Configuring Your Compaq LCD
Monitor" card located in the Program License Agreement packet
along with the CD-ROM. INF file updates are downloadable by
clicking on: www.compaq.com/products/monitors/index.html

Product Features

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Product Features

Setting Up the Monitor

To set up the monitor, ensure that the power is turned off to the
monitor, computer system, and other attached devices, then
follow these steps:

1. Place the monitor in a convenient, well-ventilated location
near your computer.

2. Connect the signal and power cables to the monitor 1.

3. Connect the DC connector of the AC adapter to the DC power
cable that extends from the monitor base.

4. Connect the AC cable 3 to the AC receptacle on the AC
adapter.

5. Connect the monitor signal cable 2 to the appropriate video
connector on the rear panel of the computer.

6. Connect the power cable 4 to an electrical wall outlet.

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Product Features

Connecting the Monitor Cables

CAUTION: When connecting the monitor, be sure to use the AC
adapter supplied with the monitor. Failure to use this AC adapter
may result in damage to the monitor.

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

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Do not disable the power cord grounding plug. The grounding
plug is an important safety feature.

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Plug the power cord into a grounded (earthed) electrical
outlet that is easily accessible at all times.

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Disconnect power from the monitor by unplugging the power
cord from the electrical outlet.

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Do not place anything on power cords or cables. Arrange
them 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.

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Product Features

Note: For security purposes, this monitor has been fitted with a
slot for use with a security cable lock that can be purchased
separately at most computer stores.

Note: After you turn on the monitor, install the Compaq LCD
Display Assistant utility included on the CD-ROM. Use the on­screen instructions to adjust the picture quality of your monitor.
To install this utility onto your computer, 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
program-mable 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 the screen for a prolonged period of time may
exhibit screen image retention. Please 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.

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Connecting the Video Signal Cable

To connect the VGA analog or DVI-D (Digital Visual Interface­Digital) cable to the corresponding connector on the back of the
monitor, you must first remove the monitor base cover.

Note: For the digital input to function, the VGA cable must be
disconnected from the monitor. If both VGA and DVI-D cables
are attached, the monitor will default to the VGA input.

WARNING: Before beginning to disassemble the monitor, be sure
the monitor is turned off and the power and signal cables are both
disconnected.

Note: The DVI-D cable supplied with this monitor is for digital
to digital connection only. Your computer must have a DVI­compatible graphics card installed for use with this cable. When
connecting the DVI-D signal cable to the DVI connector on the
monitor, you must connect the other end of the DVI-D cable to
the DVI connector on the computer.

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

Product Features

2. Remove the cover plate from the monitor base by placing
your fingers in the opening on the bottom of the base and
pulling upward, then pulling out to remove the cover.

3. Remove the back panel from the monitor by pushing the
bottom tabs upward and pulling out to remove the panel.

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4. Connect the video cable to the corresponding connector on
the back panel of the monitor 1 by threading the cable

through the neck on the monitor base to the connector, then
connect the other end of the cable 2 to the appropriate video

connector on the back panel of the computer.

Connecting the Video Cable to the Monitor and Computer

5. Replace the monitor back panel and monitor base cover.

6. Reconnect the power cable and power on the monitor and
computer.

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