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However, you can easily remove the hood if you need to enlarge the viewing
angle.
3.5 Location Considerations
Important Note:
Correct placement and adjustment of the monitor
can reduce eye, shoulder and neck fatigue.
When setting up your monitor, keep the following in mind:
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For optimal viewing, avoid placing the monitor against a bright
background or where sunlight or other light sources may reflect on the
display area of the monitor; place your monitor no closer than 12 inches
and no further away than 28 inches from your eyes. The optimal distance is
24 inches.
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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.
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Rest your eyes periodically by focusing on an object at least 20 feet away,
and blink often.
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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.
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Place the monitor away from strong magnetic or electromagnetic fields,
such as high-capacity transformers, electric motors, large-current power
lines and steel pillars. Magnetism can cause distortion in the picture and/or
color purity.
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Avoid covering the slots or openings of the monitor. Allow adequate
ventilation around the monitor so the heat from the monitor can properly
dissipate. Avoid putting the monitor into any enclosure that does not have
adequate ventilation.
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Avoid exposing the monitor to rain, excessive moisture or dust, because
this can cause a fire or shock hazard.
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Avoid placing the monitor, or any other heavy object, on the power cord.
Damage to the power cord can cause a fire or electrical shock.
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Handle the monitor with extreme care when transporting.
Ergonomic Considerations
To realize the maximum ergonomic benefits, we recommend the following:
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Adjust the brightness until the background raster disappears
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Do not position the Contrast control to its maximum setting
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Use the preset Size and Position controls with standard signals
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Use the preset Color Setting and Sides Left/Right controls
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Use non-interlaced signals with a vertical refresh rate between 75-160Hz
