Compaq V 55 User Manual

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User’s Guide

Compaq V55 Color Monitor

First Edition (November 1997)
Part Number 308012-001

Compaq Computer Corporation

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Introduction

The Compaq V55 Color Monitor is a microprocessor-based,
intelligent scanning monitor that automatically locks in on the
most common display modes. This monitor operates most
efficiently when used with a Compaq compatible graphics
controller.

Product Features

The monitor features include the following:

■ 15-inch CRT with a 13.7-inch (34.7 cm) diagonal viewable

image size

■ Easy-to-access front panel controls

■ Universal Serial Bus (USB) pass-through connectors for use

with USB peripherals (mouse, etc.)

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Graphics Driver

■ Plug and play capability if supported by your system

■ Tilt control (image rotation) functionality

■ Automatically scans all horizontal frequencies from 30 to

60 kHz and vertical frequencies from 47.5 to 125 Hz

■ Supports VGA, Super VGA, and 1024 × 768 resolutions

■ Energy Saver feature, when activated, results in a power

savings of greater than 90 percent

■ Macintosh-compatible timing with optional connector

■ Compliant with the following regulated specifications:

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Swedish MPR II 1990

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EPA Energy Star

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European Union CE Directives

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Swedish TCO 1995 on select models

Compaq has created a Universal Driver Manager (UDM)
release that supports all Compaq QVision graphics controllers
and most graphics controllers found on Compaq Deskpro
products. The UDM eases graphics driver deployment across all
Compaq Deskpro platforms ensuring cross-compatibility and
backward-compatibility. The resulting solution enables
customers to manage and control ongoing software maintenance
costs. The UDM is available on the

Support Software

CD for
Compaq Desktop, Portable, and Workstation Products and the
Compaq World Wide Web site (www.compaq.com).

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If the updated Universal Driver Manager that supports the

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Compaq monitor is not available on the Web site, contact your
authorized Compaq dealer or reseller.

■ You can order the

Support Software CD

for Compaq
Desktop, Portable, and Workstation Products. This compact
disc contains the latest device drivers, utilities, and
flashable ROM images needed to run MS-DOS, Microsoft
Windows 3.1, Windows 95, Windows NT Workstation, and
IBM OS/2 on your Compaq commercial Desktop, Portable,
or Workstation product.

■ You can download the Support software from the Compaq

World Wide Web site (www.compaq.com).

■ You can purchase backup diskettes from your Compaq

authorized reseller, dealer or service provider.

If you choose to purchase the

Support Software CD,

you have

two options:

■ You can purchase a single CD-ROM that gives you one-

time access to the latest support software (North America
only, Compaq part number 272505-001).

■ You can purchase a yearly subscription that delivers up to

12 monthly CD-ROMs (Compaq part number 183426-xxx).

The annual subscription ensures your continuous access to the
latest developments.

For help and service outside of the U.S. and Canada or to order
the CD or backup diskettes, contact your Compaq authorized
reseller, dealer, or service provider. For a list of Compaq
Customer Support worldwide telephone numbers, refer to
book 8,

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Contacting Compaq Customer Support.

If you call Compaq to place an order, be sure to have the serial
number of your monitor available. The serial number is
located on the front base of your monitor. This number is
necessary for all purchases.

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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 monitor signal cable 1 to the 15-pin connector
on the rear panel of the computer and tighten the screws.

Be sure the signal cable aligns with the 15-pin connector. Do not

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force the cable onto the connector or you may damage the signal
cable.

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3. Connect the monitor power cord 2 to the rear panel of the
monitor, then plug the other end into an electrical outlet
that is easily accessible and close to the monitor.

WARNING:

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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.

CAUTION:

into is easily accessible and located as close to the monitor as
possible. When you need to disconnect power to the equipment, be
sure to unplug the power cord from the power outlet.

To reduce the risk of electric shock or damage to your

Be sure that the power outlet you plug your power cord

USB Connectors

The base of the monitor has two Universal Serial Bus (USB)
connectors. Use connector ❶ to connect the USB signal cable
to the computer. Use connector ❷ to connect USB compatible
plug and play devices such as a keyboard, mouse, or joystick if
supported by your computer. This feature provides USB pass­through and does not support USB host requirements.

CAUTION:

speed USB devices such as a video camera, scanner, etc. Compaq
recommends connecting high speed devices directly to the computer.

This USB connector is not designed for use with high

These USB connectors operate as a pass-through system. Your

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computer must have a USB host controller installed for any
USB-connected devices to operate.

CAUTION:

USB devices, USB cables should not exceed the combined length of 9.75
feet (3.0 meters).This length includes both the USB signal cable and the
USB peripheral cable.

To prevent deterioration of signal transfer or malfunction of

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Operating the Monitor

Front Panel Controls

No./Icon Control Function

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Horizontal Position Moves screen left or right.

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Vertical Position Moves screen up or down.

Horizontal Size Adjusts the horizontal screen width.
Vertical Size Adjusts the vertical screen height.

Minus Controls degree of adjustment to functions.
Plus Controls degree of adjustment to functions.
Pincushion Straightens vertical lines if the picture has

Trapezoid Corrects trapezoid distortion. Adjusts the width of

Brightness Adjusts screen brightness.

pincushion or barrel distortion.

the upper side of the image to equal the lower side.

Continued