Nec MULTISYNC FE700 user Manual

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Index

Warning 1
Contents 2
Quick Start 3-4
Controls 5-7
Recommended Use 8-9
Specifications 10
Features 11
Troubleshooting 12
References 13
Limited Warranty 14
TCO’99 15-16

Avertissement 18
Contenu 19
Mise en marche rapide 20-21
Commandes 22-24
Usage recommandé 25-26
Fiche technique 27
Fonctions 28
Dépannage 29
Références 30
Garantie limitée 31
TCO’99 32-33

Warnung 36
Lieferumfang 37
Quick Start 38-39
Bedienungselemente 40-42
Empfehlungen für die Verwendung 43-44
Technische Daten 45
Funktionen 46
Fehlerbehebung 47
Verweise 48
Beschränkte Gewährleistung 49
TCO’99 50-51

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WARNING

TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARDS, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS UNIT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. ALSO, DO NOT USE
THIS UNIT'S POLARIZED PLUG WITH AN EXTENSION CORD RECEPTACLE OR OTHER OUTLETS UNLESS THE PRONGS
CAN BE FULLY INSERTED.
REFRAIN FROM OPENING THE CABINET AS THERE ARE HIGH VOLTAGE COMPONENTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING
TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK • DO NOT OPEN

CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER
SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.

This

symbol warns user that uninsulated voltage within the unit may have sufficient magnitude to cause

electric shock. Therefore, it is dangerous to make any kind of contact with any part inside this unit.

This symbol alerts the user that important literature concerning the operation and maintenance of this
unit has been included. Therefore, it should be read carefully in order to avoid any problems.

Canadian Department of Communications Compliance Statement

DOC: This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference-

Causing Equipment Regulations.

C-UL: Bears the C-UL Mark and is in compliance with Canadian Safety Regulations

according to C.S.A. 22.2 #950.

FCC Information

1.

Use the attached specified cables with the
radio and television reception.
(1) Please use the supplied power cable or equivalent to ensure FCC compliance.
(2) Shielded captive type signal cable.

Use of other cables and adapters may cause interference with radio and television
reception.

2.

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital
device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These 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.
However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur 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 receiver.

• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver
is connected.

• Consult your dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

If necessary, the user should contact the dealer or an experienced radio/television technician
for additional suggestions. The user may find the following booklet, prepared by the Federal
Communications Commission, helpful: ”How to Identify and Resolve Radio-TV Interference
Problems.“ This booklet is available from the U.S. Government Printing Office, Washington,
D.C., 20402, Stock No. 004-000-00345-4.

JC-17W01 color monitor so as not to interfere with

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Contents

You can register your product online at
www.nectech.com/productregistration

Your new NEC Technologies MultiSync® FE700™ monitor box*
should contain the following:

• MultiSync FE700 (JC-17W01) Monitor with tilt/swivel base

• Power Cord

• Captive Signal Cable

• User’s Manual

Captive Signal Cable

Power CordUser’s Manual

* Remember to save your original box and packing material to transport or ship

the monitor.

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Quick Start

To attach the MultiSync® FE700™ Series monitor to your system,
follow these instructions:

1. Turn off the power to your computer.

2. If necessary, install the display card into your system. For more information,
refer to the display card manual.

3. For the PC: Connect the 15-pin mini D-SUB of the captive signal cable to the
connector of the display card in your system (Figure A.1). Tighten all screws.

For the Mac: Connect the MultiSync FE700 Macintosh cable adapter (not
included) to the monitor connector on the Macintosh (Figure B.1). Attach the
15-pin mini D-SUB end of the captive signal cable to the MultiSync FE700
Macintosh cable adapter on the computer (Figure B.1). Tighten all screws.

NOTE: To obtain the MultiSync FE700 Macintosh cable adapter, call

NEC Technologies at [phone].

4. For download information on the Windows® 95/98 INF file for your
MultiSync monitor, refer to the References section of this User’s Manual.

5. Connect one end of the power cord to the MultiSync FE700 monitor and the
other end to the power outlet (Figure C.1).

6. Turn on the monitor (Figure D.1) and the computer.

NOTE: If you have any problems, please refer to the Troubleshooting section of

this User’s Manual.

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Figure A.1

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Quick Start cont.

Figure B.1

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Figure C.1

Figure D.1

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Controls

OSM™ (On-Screen Manager) control buttons on the front of the monitor function
as follows:

EXIT Exits the OSM menu. Exits to the OSM controls

CONTROL Moves the highlighted Moves the highlighted area
/ area up/down to select up/down to select one of the

CONTROL Moves the highlighted Moves the bar in the – or +
–/+ area left/right to select direction to decrease or

Main Menu Sub-Menu

main menu.

one of the controls. controls.

one of the controls. increase the adjustment.

PROCEED Has no function. Only executes control

RESET Resets all the controls within Resets the highlighted control

the highlighted menu to the factory setting.
to the factory setting.

NOTE: When RESET is pressed in the main and sub-menu, a warning

window will appear allowing you to cancel the reset function.

or enters sub, sub-menu.

When OSM controls are activated, icons are displayed at the top of the menu.
If an arrow (➔) is displayed in a sub-menu, it indicates further choices are

available. To enter a sub, sub-menu, press PROCEED.

Brightness/Contrast Controls

Brightness: Adjusts the overall image and background screen brightness.
Contrast: Adjusts the image brightness in relation to the background.

Degauss: Eliminates the buildup of stray magnetic fields which alter the correct

scan of the electron beams and affect the purity of the screen colors, focus and
convergence. When activated, your screen image will jump and waver a bit as
the screen is demagnetized.

Caution: Please allow a minimum of 20 minutes to elapse between uses of the
Degauss Control.

Size and Position Controls

Left/Right: Moves the image horizontally (left or right).
Down/Up: Moves the image vertically (up or down).
Narrow/Wide: Decreases or increases the horizontal size of the image.
Short/Tall: Decreases or increases the vertical size of the image.

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Controls cont.

Color Control/AccuColor® Control System

Color presets 1 through 5 selects the desired color setting. The bar is replaced
by the color setting choice from 1 to 5. Each color setting is adjusted at the
factory to the stated Kelvin. If a setting is adjusted, the name of the setting will
change from Kelvin to Custom.
Red, Green, Blue: NEC's AccuColor Control System decreases or increases the
monitor's red, green or blue color guns depending upon which is selected. The
change in color will appear on screen and the direction (decrease or increase)
will be shown by the bars.

Geometry Controls

Geometry Controls Menu

The Geometry controls allow you to adjust the curvature or angle of the sides of
your display.
Sides In/Out (pincushion): Decreases or increases the curvature of the sides either
inward or outward.
Sides Left/Right (pincushion balance): Decreases or increases the curvature of
the sides either to the left or right.
Sides Tilt (parallelogram): Decreases or increases the tilt of the sides either to the
left or right.
Sides Align (trapezoidal): Decreases or increases the bottom of the screen to be
the same as the top.
Rotate (raster rotation): Rotates the entire display clockwise or counterclockwise.

Tools 1

Moiré Canceler: Moiré is a wavy pattern which can sometimes appear on the screen.
The pattern is repetitive and superimposed as rippled images. When running certain
applications, the wavy pattern is more evident than in others. To reduce moiré, adjust
the level by using –/+ CONTROL buttons.

Linearity: This selection allows you to adjust the spacing of the area on the screen.
The purpose of this control is to ensure that a one-inch circle is a true one-inch circle
wherever it is on the screen. The best way to determine the vertical linearity is as
follows:

• Draw equally spaced horizontal lines using a drawing application that has a ruler.

• Use the Vertical Balance control to adjust the lines near the top and bottom of your screen.

• Use the Vertical control to adjust the spacing between the lines near the center and top of

your screen.

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Controls cont.

Factory Preset: Selecting Factory Preset allows you a reset most OSM™ control
settings back to the factory settings. A warning statement will appear to confirm
that you do want to reset ALL settings. Individual settings can be reset by high­lighting the control to be reset and pressing the RESET button.

Tools 2

Language: OSM controls menus are available in seven languages.
OSM Turn Off: The OSM controls menu will stay on as long as it is in use. In the

OSM Turn Off sub-menu, you can select how long the monitor waits after the last
touch of a button for the OSM controls menu to disappear. The preset choices
are 10, 20, 30, 60 and 120 seconds.

O

SM Lock Out: This control completely locks out access to all OSM controls

functions except Brightness and Contrast. When attempting to activate OSM
controls while in the lock out mode, a screen will appear indicating that OSM
controls are locked out. To activate the OSM Lock Out function, press PROCEED,
then press and hold down simultaneously. To deactivate the OSM Lock Out,
press PROCEED, then press and hold down simultaneously.

IPM™ System Off Mode:

N

OTE: For standard systems and graphics boards, keep the factory setting

at ENABLE

Refresh Notifier: A message will advise you if the refresh rate of the signal being
applied to the monitor by the computer is too low. For further information, please
refer to your display card or system manual.

.

Enable: The IPM System works

normally and all stages of
energy savings are utilized.

Disable: The Off Mode of the IPM

System is not used.

Information

Display Mode: Indicates the current mode and frequency setting of the monitor.
Monitor Info: Indicates the model name and serial numbers of your monitor.

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Recommended Use

Safety Precautions and Maintenance

FOR OPTIMUM PERFORMANCE, PLEASE NOTE THE

FOLLOWING WHEN SETTING UP AND USING

THE MULTISYNC® FE700™ COLOR MONITOR:

• DO NOT OPEN THE MONITOR. There are no user serviceable parts inside and

opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous shock hazards or other
risks. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.

• Do not spill any liquids into the cabinet or use your monitor near water.

• Do not insert objects of any kind into the cabinet slots, as they may touch danger-

ous voltage points, which can be harmful or fatal or may cause electric shock, fire
or equipment failure.

• Do not place any heavy objects on the power cord. Damage to the cord may

cause shock or fire.

• Do not place this product on a sloping or unstable cart, stand or table, as the

monitor may fall, causing serious damage to the monitor.

• Keep the monitor away from high capacity transformers, electric motors and other

devices such as external speakers or fans, which may create strong magnetic
fields.

• If possible, position the monitor so that it is facing the east to minimize the effects

of the earth’s magnetic field.

• Changing the direction of the monitor while it is powered on may cause image

discoloration. To correct this, turn the monitor off for 20 minutes before powering
it back on.

• When operating the MultiSync FE

supply, use a power supply cord that matches the power supply voltage of the AC
power outlet being used. The power supply cord you use must have been ap­proved by and comply with the safety standards of your country. (Type H05VV-F
should be used except in UK)

• In UK, use a BS-approved power cord with molded plug having a black (SA) fuse

installed for use with this monitor. If a power cord is not supplied with this monitor,
please contact your supplier.

Immediately unplug your monitor from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified
service personnel under the following conditions:

• When the power supply cord or plug is damaged.

• If liquid has been spilled, or objects have fallen into the monitor.

• If the monitor has been exposed to rain or water.

• If the monitor has been dropped or the cabinet damaged.

• If the monitor does not operate normally by following operating instructions.

• Allow adequate ventilation around the monitor so that heat can properly

dissipate. Do not block ventilated openings or place the monitor near a
radiator or other heat sources. Do not put anything on top of monitor.

• The power cable connector is the primary means of detaching the system

CAUTION

from the power supply. The monitor should be installed close to a power
outlet which is easily accessible.

• Handle with care when transporting. Save packaging for transporting.

700 with its AC 220-240V worldwide power

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Recommended Use cont.

CORRECT PLACEMENT AND ADJUSTMENT OF THE MONITOR

CAN REDUCE EYE, SHOULDER AND NECK FATIGUE. CHECK THE

FOLLOWING WHEN YOU POSITION THE MONITOR:

• Adjust the monitor height so that the top of

the screen is at or slightly below eye level.
Your eyes should look slightly downward
when viewing the middle of the screen.

• Position your monitor no closer than 16 inches

and no further away than 24 inches from your
eyes. The optimal distance is 20 inches.

• Rest your eyes periodically by focusing on

an object at least 20 feet away. Blink often.

• Position the monitor at a 90° angle to

windows and other light sources to minimize
glare and reflections. Adjust the monitor tilt so that ceiling lights do not reflect
on your screen.

• If reflected light makes it hard for you to see your screen, use an anti-glare filter.

• Clean your monitor regularly. Use a lint-free, non-abrasive cloth and a

non-alcohol, neutral, non-abrasive cleaning solution or glass cleaner to
minimize dust.

• Adjust the monitor’s brightness and contrast controls to enhance readability.

• Use a document holder placed close to the screen.

• Position whatever you are looking at most of the time (the screen or

reference material) directly in front of you to minimize turning your head
while you are typing.

• Get regular eye checkups.

Ergonomics

To realize the maximum ergonomics benefits, we recommend the following:

• Adjust the Brightness until the background raster disappears

• Do not position the Contrast control to its maximum setting

• Use the preset Size and Position controls with standard signals

• Use the preset Color Setting and Sides Left/Right controls

• Use non-interlaced signals with a vertical refresh rate between 75-120Hz

• Do not use primary color blue on a dark background, as it is difficult to see

and may produce eye fatigue due to insufficient contrast

For more detailed information on setting up a healthy work environment, call NEC
at [phone], NEC FastFacts
document #900108 or write the American National Standard for Human Factors
Engineering of Visual Display Terminal Workstations – ANSI-HFS Standard
No. 100-1988 – The Human Factors Society, Inc. P.O. Box 1369, Santa Monica,
California 90406.

™

information at [phone] and request

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Specifications

Monitor MultiSync® FE700

™

Notes

Specifications Monitor

Picture Tube Diagonal: 17 inch 90° deflection, 0.25 mm grille pitch,

Input Signal Video: ANALOG 0.7 Vp-p/75 Ohms

Display Colors Analog input: Unlimited number of Colors Depends on display card used.
Synchronization Horizontal: 31 kHz to 70 kHz Automatically

Range Vertical: 55 Hz to 120 Hz Automatically
Resolutions Supported 640 x 480 @ 60 to 120 Hz

Resolution based on
vertical frequencies only

Active Display Area Horizontal:
(Factory Setting) Vertical:

Active Display Area

(Full Scan)
Power Supply
Current Rating 1.8A @ 100
Dimensions

Weight 19.0 kg

Environmental Considerations

Viewable Image Size: 16 inch medium short persistence phosphor,

horizontal and

Operating Temperature: +10°C to +35°C / +50°F to +90°F

Storage Temperature: -20°C to +60°C / -4°F to +140°F

Radius: 50,000 mm aperture grille CRT, multi-layered, anti-static

Sync: Separate sync. TTL Level

Horizontal sync. Positive/Negative
Vertical sync. Positive/Negative
Composite sync. (Positive/Negative) (TTL Level)

800 x 600 @ 55 to 110 Hz
832 x 624 @ 55 to 105 Hz

1024 x 768 @ 55 to 87 Hz .......................

1152 x 870 @ 55 to 77 Hz
1280 x 1024 @ 55 to 66 Hz

315 mm/12.4 inches Dependent upon signal timing used,
236 mm/9.3 inches and does not include border area.

325 mm/12.8 inches Dependent upon signal timing used,
243 mm/9.6 inches and does not include border area.

AC 100 – 120 V/220-240 V, 50/60 Hz

–

120 V/1.0A @ 220-240V

403 mm (W) x 427 mm (H) x 424 mm (D)

15.9 inches (W) x 16.8 inches (H) x 16.7 inches (D)

41.9 lbs

Humidity: 30% to 80%

Feet: 0 to 10,000 Feet

Humidity: 10% to 90%

Feet: 0 to 45,000 Feet

screen coating, dark-tint screen and
OptiClear® screen.

Some systems may not support
all modes listed.

NEC cites recommended resolution at
85 Hz for optimal display performance.

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NOTE: Technical specifications are subject to change without notice.

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Features

Flat Aperture Grille CRT: Delivers an unparalleled viewing experience with a
virtually flat image, eliminating distortion and reducing glare so that what you
see on-screen is what you get on your printed output. The striped phosphor
alignment of the CRT delivers superior vertical definition with improved bright­ness for more uniform image contrast.

OptiClear® Screen Surface: Reduces reflection and glare and increases contrast
without sacrificing focus level, clarity or brightness.

Dual Dynamic Beam Focus: Provides precise, continuous focus adjustments of the
electron beams and optimum image quality, even to the far edges of the screen.

AccuColor® Control System: Allows you to change between two color settings on
your display to match your personal preference.

OSM™ (On-Screen Manager) Controls: Allows you to quickly and easily adjust
all elements of your screen image via simple to use on-screen menus.

ErgoDesign® Features: Enhances human ergonomics to improve the working
environment, protect the health of the user and save money. Examples include
OSM controls for quick and easy image adjustments, tilt/swivel base for pre­ferred angle of vision and compliance with TCO ’99 and MPRII guidelines for
lower emissions.

Plug and Play: The Microsoft® solution with the Windows®95/98 operating
system facilitates setup and installation by allowing the monitor to send its
capabilities (such as screen size and resolutions supported) directly to your
computer, automatically optimizing display performance.

IPM™ (Intelligent Power Manager) System: Provides innovative power-saving
methods that allow the monitor to shift to a lower power consumption level when
on but not in use, saving two-thirds of your monitor energy costs, reducing
emissions and lowering the air conditioning costs of the workplace.

Reduced Magnetic Field™ Technology: Reduces magnetic and alternating electric
field emissions and static electricity, addressing ergonomic concerns regarding
potential risks from extended computer monitor use.

Multiple Frequency Technology: Automatically adjusts monitor to the display
card’s scanning frequency, thus displaying the resolution required.

FullScan™ Capability: Allows you to use the entire screen area in most resolu­tions, significantly expanding image size.

OSM Display Screen Copyright 1999 by NEC Technologies, Inc.

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Troubleshooting

No picture

• Display card should be completely seated in its slot.

• Power Button and computer power switch should be in the ON position.

• Signal cable should be completely connected to display card/computer.

• Check connector for bent or pushed-in pins.

Image is scrolling or unstable

• Signal cable should be completely attached to the computer.

• Check pin assignments and signal timings of the monitor and your
display card with respect to recommended timings and pin assignments.

• If the Macintosh cable adapter is used, check for proper connection or
make sure the display card is Macintosh compatible and that the card is
properly seated in the computer.

LED on monitor is not lit

• Power Switch should be in the ON position and power cord should
be connected.

Picture is fuzzy or color looks blotchy

• If the picture is fuzzy, adjust the Moiré Canceler control.
If the color looks blotchy, adjust the Brightness and Contrast controls.

• Access the Degauss Control through OSM™ controls. Activate the
Degauss Control.
CAUTION: A minimum interval of 20 minutes should elapse before the

Deguass Control is used a second time when not switching
between modes.

Picture bounces or a wavy pattern is present
in the picture

• Move electrical devices that may be causing electrical interference away
from the monitor.

• See inside cover of User’s Manual for FCC information.

Edges of the display image are not square

• Use the OSM Geometry Controls to straighten the edges.

• If possible, position the front of the monitor facing east.

Display image is not centered, too small, or too large

• Use the OSM Size and Position Controls to adjust the image.

Thin lines appear on your screen

• Thin lines are normal for an aperture grille CRT and are not a malfunction.
These are shadows from the damper wires used to stabilize the aperture
grille and are most noticeable when the screen’s background is light
(usually white).

(no green, orange, yellow color can be seen)

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References

• BBS [phone]

NEC Technologies’ Remote Bulletin Board System is an electronic service
accessible with your system and a modem. Communication parameters
are: 300/1200/2400/9600/14.4k/28.8k bps, no parity, 8-data bits,
1 stop bit

• Customer Service/
Technical Support [phone]

Fax [phone]

• Electronic Channels:

Internet e-mail: [e-mail]
Internet ftp site: ftp.nectech.com
World Wide Web: http://www.nectech.com
Product Registration: http://www.nectech.com/productregistration
Windows® 95/98 INF File: http://cssweb.nectech.com/common/drivers.htm

then download the file NECMSINF.ZIP.

• FastFacts™ Information [phone]

INFORMATION DESCRIPTION DOCUMENT #

Glossary Definition of terms related 900203

to functions, features and
installation of the
MultiSync monitor

More Information Names and addresses of 900204

other groups involved in
standards and features of
the MultiSync monitor

Macintosh Connection Detailed information on 153006

connecting the MultiSync
monitor to a Macintosh

Healthy Work Environment Detailed information on 900108

setting up a healthy work
environment

• Literature & Sales Info (800) NEC-INFO [[phone]]

• MultiSync Fulfillment [phone]

[For software & accessories]

• TeleSales [phone]

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Limited Warranty

NEC Technologies, Inc. (hereinafter “NECTECH”), warrants this Product to be free from
defects in material and workmanship and, subject to the conditions set forth below, agrees
to repair or replace (at NECTECH’s sole option) any part of the enclosed unit which proves
defective for a period of three (3) years from the date of first consumer purchase. Spare parts
are warranted for ninety (90) days. Replacement parts or units may be new or refurbished and
will meet specifications of the original parts or unit.

This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary
from state to state. This warranty is limited to the original purchaser of the Product and is not
transferable. This warranty covers only NECTECH-supplied components. Service required as
a result of third party components is not covered under this warranty. In order to be covered
under this warranty, the Product must have been purchased in the U.S.A. or Canada by the
original purchaser. This warranty only covers Product distribution in the U.S.A. or Canada by
NECTECH. No warranty service is provided outside of the U.S.A. or Canada. Proof of
Purchase will be required by NECTECH to substantiate date of purchase. Such proof of
purchase must be an original bill of sale or receipt containing name and address of seller,
purchaser, and the serial number of the product.

It shall be your obligation and expense to have the Product shipped, freight prepaid, or
delivered to the authorized reseller from whom it was purchased or other facility authorized
by NECTECH to render the services provided hereunder in either the original package or a
similar package affording an equal degree of protection. All Products returned to NECTECH
for service MUST have prior approval, which may be obtained by calling 1-800-632-4662.

The Product shall not have been previously altered, repaired, or serviced by anyone other
than a service facility authorized by NECTECH to render such service, the serial number
of the product shall not have been altered or removed. In order to be covered by this warranty
the Product shall not have been subjected to displaying of fixed images for long periods of
time resulting in image persistence (afterimage effects), accident, misuse or abuse or operated
contrary to the instructions contained in the User’s Manual. Any such conditions will void this
warranty.

NECTECH SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR DIRECT, INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL,
OR OTHER TYPES OF DAMAGES RESULTING FROM THE USE OF ANY NECTECH
PRODUCT OTHER THAN THE LIABILITY STATED ABOVE. THESE WARRANTIES ARE IN LIEU OF
ALL OTHER WARRANTIES EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, THE
IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE.
SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES OR THE
LIMITATION OR EXCLUSION OF LIABILITY FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL
DAMAGES SO THE ABOVE EXCLUSIONS OR LIMITATIONS MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU.

This Product is warranted in accordance with the terms of this limited warranty. Consumers
are cautioned that Product performance is affected by system configuration, software, the
application, customer data, and operator control of the system, among other factors. While
NECTECH Products are considered to be compatible with many systems, specific functional
implementation by the customers of the Product may vary. Therefore, suitability of a Product
for a specific purpose or application must be determined by consumer and is not warranted
by NECTECH.

For the name of your nearest authorized NECTECH service facility, contact NECTECH
at 1-800-632-4662.

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TCO’99

Congratulations! You have just purchased a TCO’99 approved and
labeled product! Your choice has provided you with a product devel­oped for professional use. Your purchase has also contributed to
reducing the burden on the environment and also to the further
development of environmentally adapted electronics products.

Why do we have environmentally labelled computers?

In many countries, environmental labelling has become an established method for encourag­ing the adaptation of goods and services to the environment. The main problem, as far as
computers and other electronics equipment are concerned, is that environmentally harmful
substances are used both in the products and during the manufacturing. Since it has not been
possible for the majority of electronics equipment to be recycled in a satisfactory way, most
of these potentially damaging substances sooner or later enter Nature.

There are also other characteristics of a computer, such as energy consumption levels, that are
important from the viewpoints of both the work (Internal) and natural (external) environments.
Since all methods of conventional electricity generation have a negative effect on the
environment (acidic and climate-influencing emissions, radioactive waste, etc.), it is vital to
conserve energy. Electronics equipment in offices consume an enormous amount of energy
since they are often left running continuously.

What does labelling involve?

This product meets the requirements for the TCO’99 scheme which provides for international and
environmental labelling of personal computers. The labelling scheme was developed as a joint
effort by the TCO (The Swedish Confederation of Professional Employees), Svenska
Naturskyddsforeningen (The Swedish Society for Nature Conservation) and Statens Energimyndighet
(The Swedish National Energy Administration).

The requirements cover a wide range of issues: environment, ergonomics, usability, emission of
electrical and magnetic fields, energy consumption and electrical and fire safety.

The environmental demands concern restrictions on the presence and use of heavy metals,
brominated and chlorinated flame retardants, CFCs (freons) and chlorinated solvents, among other
things. The product must be prepared for recycling and the manufacturer is obliged to have an
environmental plan which must be adhered to in each country where the company implements its
operational policy. The energy requirements include a demand that the computer and/or display,
after a certain period of inactivity, shall reduce its power consumption to a lower level in one or
more stages. The length of time to reactivate the computer shall be reasonable for the user.

Labelled products must meet strict environmental demands, for example, in respect of the reduction
of electric and magnetic fields, physical and visual ergonomics and good usability.

Environmental Requirements

Flame retardants
Flame retardants are present in printed circuit boards, cables, wires, casings and housings. In turn,
they delay the spread of fire. Up to thirty percent of the plastic in a computer casing can consist of
flame retardant substances. Most flame retardants contain bromine or chloride and these are
related to another group of environmental toxins, PCBs, which are suspected to give rise to severe
health effects, including reproductive damage in fisheating birds and mammals, due to the bio-

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