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User’s Manual

NEC Value Series

78131791

7/29/98, 9:24 AM

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Summary of Contents for MultiSync XV17

Page 1: ...User s Manual NEC Value Series 78131791 7 29 98 9 24 AM 1 ...

Page 2: ...owing 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 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 ...

Page 3: ...0 Geometry Controls 10 11 MultiSync is a registered trademark of NEC Technologies Inc in the U S and of NEC Home Electronics Ltd in Canada UK Germany France Spain Italy Austria Benelux Switzerland Denmark Finland Norway and Saudi Arabia OptiClear and ErgoDesign are registered trademarks of NEC Technologies Inc in the U S XV17 Reduced Magnetic Field IPM FastFacts FullScan and OSM are trademarks of ...

Page 4: ... M ultiSync monitor THANK YOU FOR CHOOSING AN NEC M ultiSync M ONITOR P R O D U C T R E G I S T R A T I O N SEE HEAR AND FEEL THE DIFFERENCE NEC Perform ance Series Is the computer a Macintosh II or LC computer Contents of Package Congratulations on your purchase of the MultiSync XV17 color monitor The following lists all of the items included with your MultiSync monitor package 1 MultiSync XV17 J...

Page 5: ...r computer Yes Call NEC at 800 820 1230 to receive your MultiSync XV17 Macintosh cable adapter Attach the Mac adapter to the monitor connector on the Macintosh Tighten the screws Turn on the monitor Turn on the computer If necessary use the OSM controls to adjust the image to personal preference Is the image correct Yes No The installation of your MultiSync XV17 monitor is finished Enjoy your moni...

Page 6: ...nnect the MultiSync XV17 Macintosh cable adapter to the monitor s connector on your computer Connection To Your Personal Computer The MultiSync XV17 monitor complements NEC computers PC compatibles Macintosh and Macintosh compatibles For the PC Your system has one of two configurations the video controller is built into the computer the video controller is in the form of a display card sometimes r...

Page 7: ...the steps below to determine if your system is compatible with the MultiSync XV17 monitor 1 Determine the video connector s pin assignments of your display card 2 Determine the output signal timing and level of your display card 3 Check the pin assignment and signal timing charts of the display card and make sure the monitor accepts these pin assignments and signal timings 4 Connect the signal cab...

Page 8: ...e reflection and glare of ambient lighting resulting in greatly improved user comfort and productivity This multilayered screen coating increases the contrast without sacrificing the focus level clarity or brightness A high contrast screen with a 0 25 mm mask pitch sharpens image clarity and enhances detail On screen information is easier to read The flat square CRT technology reduces image distor...

Page 9: ... Electronics Standard Association VESA approved DPMS power down signaling method This innovation adds up to 90 energy savings longer monitor life environmental protection reduced emissions and reduced air conditioning costs of the work environment Reduced Emissions The MultiSync XV17 monitor incorporates Reduced Magnetic Field technology designed to reduce magnetic and alternating electric field e...

Page 10: ... modes listed Horizontal and vertical FullScan capability can increase the display size of a variety of video modes to the edges of the monitor bezel The FullScan capability allows you to use the entire screen area in most resolutions significantly expanding image size OSM On Screen Manager Controls Now OSM On Screen Manager Controls have made the MultiSync monitor s Advanced Digital Control Syste...

Page 11: ... 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 OSM Elements On Screen Manager windows typically have the following elements Highlight Indicates the selected menu or control in green Inactive tab is indicated in yellow Scroll Bar Indicat...

Page 12: ...d 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 Up Down Moves the image vertically up or down Narrow Wide Increases or decreases the horizontal size of the image Tall Short Increases or decreases the vertical size of the image Geometry Controls Geometry Controls Menu The Ge...

Page 13: ...up or down 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 to shut off the OSM controls menu The preset choices are 10 20 30 60 120 seconds OSM Lock Out This control completely locks out access to all OSM controls functions When attempting to activate OSM controls while i...

Page 14: ...includes the following Fitness Tips The Fitness Tips provide you with helpful reminders to periodically rest your eyes You may select how frequently the reminders are displayed based upon your individual needs Select an interval from 15 30 45 60 90 120 minutes for the tips to appear When the tips appear follow the advice of the tips and press EXIT to clear For additional information on setting up ...

Page 15: ...ositive Negative Vertical sync Positive Negative Composite sync Positive Negative TTL Level Display Colors Analog input Unlimited number of Colors Depends on display card used Synchronization Horizontal 31 kHz to 82 kHz Automatically Range Vertical 55 Hz to 100 Hz Automatically Resolutions Supported 640 x 480 60 to 100 Hz Some systems may not support all modes 800 x 600 55 to 100 Hz listed 832 x 6...

Page 16: ...oes not 12 4 x 9 3 inches include border area Power Supply AC 100 120 V 50 60 Hz Current Rating 2 0 Amps Dimensions 407 mm W x 424 mm H x 450 mm D 16 0 inches W x 16 7 inches H x 17 7 inches D Weight 20 0 kg 44 1 lbs Environmental Operating Temperature 0 C to 35 C Considerations Humidity 30 to 80 Feet 0 to 10 000 Feet Storage Temperature 20 C to 60 C Humidity 10 to 90 Feet 0 to 45 000 Feet NOTE Te...

Page 17: ...ge discoloration To correct this turn the monitor off for 20 minutes before powering it back on 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 Use the monitor in a clean and dry area Handle with care when transporting Save packaging for transporting Recommended Use The power cable con...

Page 18: ...8 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 CA 90406 Arrange Your Equipment Arrange your equipment so that you can work in a natural and relaxed position Place items that you use frequently within easy reach Adjust your workstation setup to the p...

Page 19: ...itor 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 ...

Page 20: ... upright position with the backrest support ing your lower back Checking Your Keyboard Is your keyboard angled so your wrists are straight when you type Is your keyboard directly in front of you When sitting are your feet flat on the floor Do you periodically adjust your chair and your posture Do you avoid resting your wrists on sharp edges Do you press the keys gently and not bang on them 7813179...

Page 21: ...at the top of the screen is at or slightly below eye level Do you periodically rest your eyes by blinking often or looking away from the screen Is your monitor no closer than 12 inches and no further away than 28 inches from your eyes 18 inches is recommended Do you use a document holder placed close to the screen For a detailed explanation on your monitor setup see page 17 19 Environment 78131791...

Page 22: ...he day Do you have regular eye checkups Do you contact your doctor if you feel any sustained discomfort For more detailed information on workstation setup call NEC at 800 820 1230 NEC FastFacts information at 800 366 0476 and request 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 ...

Page 23: ...c adapter is used check for proper connection or make sure the display card is Mac compatible and that the card is properly seated in the computer LED on the monitor is not lit Power Switch should be in the ON position and the power cord should be connected no green orange or yellow color Make certain the computer is not in a Power Saver mode touch the keyboard or mouse can be seen Picture is fuzz...

Page 24: ...ual for FCC information Edges of the display image are Use the OSM Geometry Controls to straighten the edges not square If possible position the monitor to face east Display image is not centered Use the OSM Size and Position Controls to adjust the image too small or too large Color looks blotchy Access the Degauss Control through OSM controls Activate the Degauss Control See page 10 for more info...

Page 25: ...the name and model number of the computer you are using and have its manual nearby Know the name of the display card you are using and have its manual nearby If it is more convenient to fax a question to NEC s technical support the fax number is 508 635 4666 The BBS The NEC Remote Bulletin Board System BBS is a great way to keep in touch with NEC It is an electronic service accessible with your sy...

Page 26: ...duct on which the serial number has been defaced modified or removed 3 Damage deterioration or malfunction resulting from but not limited to a Accident misuse abuse neglect fire water lightning or other acts of nature improper storage unauthorized Product modification or failure to follow instructions supplied with the Product b Alteration repair or attempted repair by anyone not authorized by NEC...

Page 27: ...MMERCIAL LOSS OR 2 ANY OTHER DAMAGES WHETHER INCIDENTAL CONSEQUENTIAL OR OTHERWISE THIS WARRANTY IS EXCLUSIVE AND IS 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 CO...

Page 28: ...8 Geometry Controls 10 22 Information 12 Invar Shadow Mask 6 13 IPM Intelligent Power Manager System 7 LED 21 Macintosh 3 4 7 8 21 Mask Pitch 6 13 MPR 7 Multiple Frequency Technology 7 NUTEK 7 OptiClear Screen Surface 6 13 OSM 3 6 8 12 21 22 On Screen Manager Controls Picture Tube 13 Plug and Play 6 Position Control 10 22 Reduced Magnetic Field Technology 7 Resolutions 4 7 8 13 Setting Up a Health...

Page 29: ...iled information on connecting Connection the MultiSync monitor to a Macintosh 153006 Healthy Work Detailed information on setting up a Environment healthy work environment 900108 For more information about FastFacts information see page 23 Directory of Telephone Numbers Customer Service 800 388 8888 Direct Sales 800 374 8000 FastFacts Information 800 366 0476 Literature Sales Information 800 NEC ...

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Page 31: ...ranted in accordance with the terms of the Warranty Statement accompa nying each product However actual performance of each such product is dependent upon factors such as system configuration customer data and operator control Since implementation by customers of each product may vary the suitability of specific product configurations and applications must be determined by the customer and is not ...

Page 32: ...rt No 78131791 Printed in U S A MultiSync is a registered trademark of NEC Technologies Inc Printed on Recycled Paper NEC Technologies Inc 1250 North Arlington Heights Road Itasca IL 60143 1248 78131791 7 29 98 9 24 AM 32 ...

Page 33: ... No 78131801 Printed in Malaysia NEC Technologies Inc 1250 North Arlington Heights Road Itasca IL 60143 1248 MultiSync is a registered trademark of NEC Technologies Inc Printed on Recycled Paper 78131791 7 29 98 9 24 AM 33 ...

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