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User’s Guide
Compaq V70 Color Monitor
Fourth Edition (October 1997)
First Edition (April 1996)
Part Number 255636-004
Compaq Computer Corporation
CONTENTS
Chapter 1
INTRODUCTION
Product Features 1-1
Installing the Monitor 1-2
Chapter 2
OPERATING THE MONITOR
Front Control Panel 2-1
On-Screen Display Settings 2-2
How to Adjust Settings 2-2
Language Selection 2-5
Display Resolutions 2-7
Energy Saver Feature 2-8
Chapter 3
CARE AND MAINTENANCE
Protecting the Monitor 3-1
Cleaning the Monitor 3-2
Shipping the Monitor 3-2
Optimizing Picture Quality 3-3
Optimizing Contrast 3-3
Optimizing Focus 3-3
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Appendix A
SPECIFICATIONS
Specifications Table A-1
Connector Pin Assignment A-2
Appendix B
POWER CORD SET RE QUIREMENTS
General Information B-1
U.S. and Canada B-1
Japan B-2
Other Countries B-2
Appendix C
ELECTROSTATIC DISCHARGE
Preventing Electrostatic Discharge C-1
Methods of Grounding C-1
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Regulatory Notices
Federal Communications
Commission Notice
This equipment has b een tested and foun d t o comp ly with th e limits for a
Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the F CC R ules . T hese limits
are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in
a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate
radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the
instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
Howe ver , there is no guara ntee that interference will no t occ ur in a
particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to
radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the
equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the
interference by one or more of the following measures:
■ Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
■ Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver.
■ Connect the equipment into an out let o n a circuit different from
that to which the receiver is connected.
■ Consult the dealer or an experienced radio or television technician
for help.
Modificatio ns
The FCC requires the user to be notified that any changes or modifications
made to this device that are not expressly approved by Compaq Computer
Corporation may void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
Cables
Connect ions to this device must b e made w ith shielded cables w ith metallic
RFI/EMI connect or ho ods t o maintain compliance with FCC Rules and
Regulations.
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Canadian Notice
This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian
Interference-Causing Equipment Regulations.
Avis Canadien
Cet appareil numérique de la classe B respecte toutes les exigences du
Règleme nt sur les matériel br ouilleur du Canada.
German Ergonomics Noti ce
Compaq computers, when tested with the Compaq 620 and 621 Series
Monitors, were evaluated and found compliant to the requirements of
ZH1/618 (German Safety Regulations for Display Work Places in the Office
Sector) in the Text Mode (720 x 400) using MS-DOS Version 3.31 (or
higher) and BASICA as published by Compaq Computer Corpor ation.
EPA Energy Star
Monitors that are marked with the Energy Star Logo meet the requirements
of the EPA Energy Star program. As an Energy Star Partner, Compaq
Computer Corporation has determined that this product meets the Energy
Star guidelines for energy efficiency. Specific details on using the Energy
Saving features can be found in the energy saver or power management
section of the manual that comes with the computer t he monitors are
connected to.
European Notice
Products with the CE Marking comply with both the EMC Directive
(89/336/EEC) and the Low Voltage Directive (73/23/EEC) issued by the
Commission of the Europea n Community.
Compliance wit h th ese directives implies conformity to the following
European Norms:
■ EN55022 (CISPR 22) - Radio Frequency Interference
■ EN50082-1 (IEC801-2, IEC801- 3, I E C801-4) E lectro magnetic
Immunity
■ EN60950 (IEC950) - Product Safety
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Japanese Notice
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Introduction
The Compaq V70 Color Monitor is a microprocessor-based,
intelligent scanning monitor that automatically locks in on the most
common display modes.
Compaq V70 Color Monitor
Product Features
The monitor features include the following:
■ 17-inch CRT with a 15.67-inch diagonal viewable image size
■ Easy-to-access front panel controls to adjust screen brightness
and contrast
■ On-screen display in five different languages: English, Dutch,
French, German, and Spanish
■ Plug and Play capability if supported by your system
■ Tilt control (image rotation) functionality
■ Automatically scans all horizontal frequencies between 31.5 and
69 kHz and vertical frequencies between 50 and 100 Hz
■ Supports VGA, Super VGA, and 1024 × 768 resolutions
■ Energy Saver feature, when activated, results in a power savings
of greater than 90 percent
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Macintosh-compatible timing with optional connector
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■ Compliant with the following regulated specifications:
- Swedish MPR II 1990
- EPA Energy Star
- European Union CE Directives
- Swedish TCO 1995 on certain models
Installing The Monitor
To install the monitor, ensure that the power to the monitor,
computer system, and other attached devices is off, and follow
these steps:
1. Place the monitor in a convenient, well-ventilated location near
your computer.
2. Open the door on the rear panel by grasping the thumb tab and
pulling down.
1-2 Introduction
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3. Connect the monitor signal cable ➊ to the 15-pin connector on
the rear panel of the computer and tighten the screws.
IMPORTANT: Be sure the signal cable aligns with the 15-pin
connector. Do not force the cable onto the connector or you may
damage the signal cable.
4. Connect the monitor power cord ➋ to the rear panel of the
monitor and plug into an electrical outlet that is easily accessible
and close to the monitor.
WARNING: This equipment is designed for connection t o a grounded
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(earthed) outlet. The grounding type plug i s an im port ant safety feature.
To avoid risk of electric shock or damage to your equipment, do not
disable this feature.
5. Replace the door on the rear panel by lining it up with the slots
on the rear panel and sliding it up until it clicks in place.
Introduction 1-3
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