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IBM G41/G50 Colour Monitor User’s Guide cover.doc Page 1 Wednesday, July 12, 1995 5:14 PM ...
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i First Edition (Sept 1995) The following paragraph does not apply to the United Kingdom or any country where such provisions are inconsistent with local law: INTERNA TIONAL BUSINESS MACHINES CORPORA TION PROVIDES THIS PUBLICA TION “AS IS” WITHOUT W ARRANTY OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, THE IMPLIED W ARR ...
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ii 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 T o 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 ...
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1 Contents Introduction .................................................... 2 Getting started ............................................... 3 Product Records ............................................ 4 General Specifications .................................. 5 Installation ...................................................... 6 Connecting t ...
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2 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 ima ...
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3 Getting started Unpacking Y our 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. Un ...
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4 Product Records Important: Be sure to retain your proof of purchase because it might be required to receive warranty service. Y ou should record the following information. 1. Monitor name ______________________________ 2. Machine type/model ____________________ 3. Serial number _________________________ 4. Date of purchase _______________________ ...
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5 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 342 ...
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6 Installation W orkplace preparation This section gives advice on the things that you should consider before you set up your monitor . Positioning the Monitor Choose a suitable place to position the monitor . Ensure that the furniture or equipment can support the weight of the monitor . Allow adequate ventilation space around the monitor . Height ...
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7 Connecting the Monitor Important: Before connecting the monitor , turn off the power supply to the computer and attached devices. If a switched mains power outlet is being used, ensure that it is turned off. Standard connection to a PC 1. Connect the signal cable to your computer taking care to ensure that you do not force the cable into your com ...
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8 Optimising performance "Plug and Play" Monitor implementation of the VESA DDC standard offers the capability of automatic optimisation of monitor performance (“Plug and Play”). In order for automatic optimisation to be effective, the attaching computer must also be hardware and software enabled for DDC operation. The monitor sends d ...
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9 How to change display modes Y our operating system manual defines the procedure you should follow to change the default display mode. After selecting the optimum mode you need not perform this operation again unless you change your computer or software configuration. Notes: 1. The computer automatically changes display modes to accommodate some a ...
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10 Adjusting the image The image is already optimised for many display modes. However , the controls can be used to adjust the image to your liking. IBM recommends that the factory preset image size position and shape is used when operating with a display mode listed in T able 1. 12 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Saving and cancelling changes Y o ur settings will b ...
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11 Brightness and Contrast adjustment By pressing the right hand side or the left hand side of keys 8 (brightness) or 9 (contrast). Y o u can adjust the screen image. The pictures show how the image is affected. IBM recommends that the contrast is adjusted so that white text on a dark background does not appear to “bloom”. (The edges of the cha ...
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12 Indicators Power Management T o benefit from power management (electricity conservation), the monitor must be used in conjunction with a computer that implements the Video Electronics Standards Association (VESA) Display Power Management Signalling (DPMS) Standard. The table below summarises the states shown by the power indicator: Note that imm ...
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13 4. Off After a further period of inactivity in the Suspend state, the monitor will be instructed to enter the Off state. The screen will remain dark and the power indicator light will turn amber . When entering the Off state from the On state, there is a delay of 45 seconds between the screen blanking and the Off state being activated. Energy sa ...
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14 Disabling DDC As previously mentioned, DDC offers “Plug and Play” ease of setup to the user . T o take advantage of DDC requires suitable hardware and software inside your computer and it is possible that you will be attaching your monitor to a computer that does not support DDC. In most cases, this does not cause a problem other than the fa ...
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15 W orking with your Monitor The following suggestions may help you work more comfortably with your computer . W orking Practices Rest T ake regular breaks. V ary your posture, and stand up and stretch occasionally as prolonged use of computer workstations can be tiring. Back Y ou should sit back in the chair and use the back rest. Hands Use a lig ...
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16 T roubleshooting If you have a problem setting up or using the monitor , you might be able to solve it yourself. Before calling IBM you should tr y the suggested actions that are appropriate to your problem. Problem Suggested action Screen is blank and power indicator is off. • Check monitor power switch is on. • Check wall mains outlet is s ...
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17 Power indicator is flashing green. • Display mode of the computer is outside the range of the monitor . Reconfigure the computer to use a supported display mode. Refer to the Specifications section on page 20 and to T able 1 on page 9. Image appears to be flickering. • The monitor is operating in an interlaced or low refresh rate display mod ...
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18 Further help If you are unable to correct the problem yourself, you may seek further help as follows: Call IBM HELPCENTER. In the US call 1-800-772-2227 In Canada call 1-800-565-3344 In other countries contact your dealer or other IBM authorised Servicer . Before calling, please have available as much of the following information as possible: 1. ...
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19 Glossary Addressability The number of horizontal and vertical picture elements (pels) in the image. The higher the addressability , the more detailed the image that can be displayed on the screen. (Addressability is sometimes referred to as resolution). DDC Display Data Channel. A VESA Standard enabling ‘Plug and Play’. Display Mode The way ...
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20 Specifications 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 348mm (13.7 inches) Dimensions Width: Depth: Height: Weight - G41: Wei gh t - G50: 359mm (14.1 inch) 395mm (15.5 inch) 367mm (14.4 i ...
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21 Compliances Power Management Energy Star NUTEK Specification 803299 Safety CSA C22.2 No. 950 (1) UL 1950 (1) SEMKO (2) ÖVE (2) DHHS (1) NOM (1) Ergonomics ISO 9241 Part 3 (up to 1024 x 768 addressability) TUV/GS (1) Emissions/susceptibility MPR - II FCC Class B (1) EN 55022 Class B (2) VCCI Class 2 (1) CE Mark European Union (EU) Statement (2) ...
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22 W arranties Europe The warranty terms and conditions applicable in the country of purchase in respect of an IBM product are available from the supplier . Please retain them with your proof of purchase. No statements contained in this documentation shall affect the statutory rights of consumers use.doc Page 22 Sunday, July 16, 1995 3:45 PM ...
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