IBM G41-G50 User Manual

IBM G41/G50
Colour Monitor

User’s
Guide

First Edition (Sept 1995)

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DANGER

Do not remove the covers under any circumstances.
Do not connect the equipment to, or disconnect the

equipment from, a mains power outlet during an
electrical storm.

DANGER

To avoid shock hazard:

• The power cord must be connected to a properly
wired and earthed socket.

• Any equipment to which this product will be
attached must also be connected to properly wired
sockets.

Power Cords

For your safety , IBM provides a power cord with a grounded attachment
plug to use with this IBM product. To avoid electrical shock, always use
the power cord and plug with a properly grounded outlet.

IBM power cords used in the United States and Canada are listed by the
Underwriters Laboratories (UL) and certified by the Canadian Standards
Association (CSA).

For units intended to be operated at 1 15 volts: Use a UL listed and CSA
certified cord set consisting of a minimum 18 AWG, type SVT or SJT,
three conductor cord, a maximum of 4.57 metres (15 feet) in length and
a parallel blade, grounding type attachment plug rated 15 amperes, 125
volts.

For units intended to be operated at 230 volts (U.S. use): Use a UL
listed and CSA certified cord set consisting of a minimum 18 AWG, type
SVT or SJT, three conductor cord, a maximum of 4.57 metres (15 feet)
in length and a tandem blade, grounding type attachment plug rated 15
amperes 250 volts.

For units intended to be operated at 230 volts (outside the U.S.): Use a
cord set with a grounding type attachment plug rated 13 amperes
(minimum), 250 volts. The cord set should be marked <HAR> and have
the appropriate safety approvals for the country in which the equipment
will be installed.

Important: To isolate the monitor from the electrical supply you must
remove the plug from the mains power socket. The monitor should be
situated as close to the mains socket as possible, allowing easy access.

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Contents

Introduction....................................................2

Getting started ...............................................3

Product Records............................................4

General Specifications..................................5

Installation......................................................6

Connecting the Monitor.................................7

Optimising performance ...............................8

Adjusting the image.....................................10

Indicators......................................................12

Disabling DDC..............................................14

Working with your Monitor .........................15

Troubleshooting...........................................16

Glossary........................................................19

Specifications...............................................20

Compliances.................................................21

Warranties ....................................................22

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Introduction

Thank you for choosing this IBM product. This guide
explains how to set up your monitor and how to obtain the
best performance from it.

Features of this IBM monitor:

Plug and play,

Enables automatic optimisation of monitor performance
by DDC capable computers.

Crisp, clear screen image

This monitor offers bright, high-definition images.

Flicker free performance

Supports refresh rates, up to 85 Hz for 800 x 600 plus
higher refresh rates at lower addressabilities.

Meets MPR II guidelines

All models conform to SWEDAC (Swedish Board for
Technical Accreditation) MPR-II limits for electromagnetic
emissions.

ISO 9241 (part 3) capable

Meets the image display requirements as defined by EC
Directive 90/270/EEC (2) when attached to a suitably
configured computer.

Digital multi-frequency circuitry

Offers compatibility with a wide range of video signal
standards.

Power management

Supports both the US Environmental Protection Agency
(EPA) “Energy Star” and the Swedish NUTEK power
consumption requirements, conserving energy, reducing
costs and prolonging monitor life.

Further information

If you would like further information about IBM and its
products, please call one of the following numbers:

USA IBM information

1-800-426-3333

Canada IBM Direct

1-800-465-7999

Outside the USA and Canada, contact your dealer or IBM
representative.

You can find information on how to get help, technical
support and warranty service in the
section on page 16.

Troubleshooting

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Getting started

Unpacking

Your monitor is heavy, so handle it with care. Whenever
you need to move or lift it, minimise the risk of injury by
keeping your back straight and by keeping the weight
near to your body. If in doubt, ask someone to assist you.

Lift the monitor by holding it firmly under each side and
use proper lifting techniques.

Unpacking checklist

The following items are supplied with this product. If any
item is damaged or missing, notify your supplier.

Monitor
Tilt swivel stand (attached)
Signal cable (attached)
Power cable

Also supplied is this User’s guide and a Quick Start
information card.

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Product Records

Important: Be sure to retain your proof of purchase

because it might be required to receive warranty service.
You should record the following information.

1. Monitor name ______________________________

2. Machine type/model

3. Serial number

4. Date of purchase ____________________________

Information is on label at the back of the monitor.

_________________________

IBM G41 / G50

____________________

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General Specifications

The following table provides the machine type and model number with their respective mains voltages and typical
currents:

G41: 14 inch (nominal) CRT with maximum viewable screen size, when measured diagonally of 336mm (13.2 inches)
G50: 15 inch (nominal) FST with maximum viewable screen size, when measured diagonally of 342mm (13.4 inches)

G41 Machine Type

6542/301
6542/302
6542/303
6542/304
6542/305

G50 6543/301

6543/302
6543/303
6543/304
6543/305
6543/333

Mains Voltage (Vac)

100-120 Vac 50/60 Hz
200-240 Vac 50/60 Hz
100-240 Vac 50/60 Hz
100-240 Vac 50/60 Hz
100-240 Vac 50/60 Hz

100-120 Vac 50/60 Hz
200-240 Vac 50/60 Hz
100-240 Vac 50/60 Hz
100-240 Vac 50/60 Hz
100-240 Vac 50/60 Hz
100-240 Vac 50/60 Hz

Typical Current (Amps)

1.4A at 110 Vac

0.7A at 220 Vac

1.4A at 110 Vac

1.4A at 110 Vac

1.4A at 110 Vac

1.4A at 110 Vac

0.7A at 220 Vac

1.4A at 110 Vac

1.4A at 110 Vac

1.4A at 110 Vac

1.4A at 110 Vac

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