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First Printing — November 1997

Copyright 1997

NEC Computer Systems Division

Packard Bell NEC, Inc.

339 North Bernardo Avenue

Mountain View, CA 94043-5223

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terms of the Warranty Statement accompanying each product. However, actual performance of
each such product is dependent upon factors such as system configuration, customer data, and
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Summary of Contents for NEC C

Page 1: ...in accordance with the terms of the Warranty Statement accompanying each product However actual performance of each such product is dependent upon factors such as system configuration customer data a...

Page 2: ...ts 2 Attach the stand 2 Get acquainted 4 Connect the monitor 6 Looking at features 9 Plug and Play 10 Ergonomic design 10 Optimized power management 11 Reduced emissions 11 Multiple frequency technolo...

Page 3: ...ition control 22 Vertical position control 23 Pincushion control 24 Trapezoid control 25 Red gain control 26 Green gain control 27 Color switch control 28 Degauss 29 Reset 30 Solving problems 31 Solvi...

Page 4: ...onitor and for directions on connecting the monitor Looking at features for descriptions of the special features that are built into your monitor Adjusting the monitor for directions on using the moni...

Page 5: ...loss of life CAUTION Cautions indicate situations that can damage the hardware or software Note Notes give important information about the material being described Names of keyboard keys are printed a...

Page 6: ...Series color monitor is easy to set up See the following sections to check out the items that come in the carton attach the monitor stand to the monitor get acquainted with the features on the front...

Page 7: ...e the original box and packing materials in case you ever need to transport or ship the monitor Attach the stand Your NEC C Series monitor comes with a stand that allows you to adjust the monitor hori...

Page 8: ...is pointing towards the front of the monitor 4 Insert the hooks into the slots and slide the stand towards the front of the monitor until the stand locks in place If you ever need to remove the stand...

Page 9: ...our monitor Get acquainted You can find features on the front of the monitor for powering on and adjusting the video image Additional control buttons are located behind the front panel door Locating f...

Page 10: ...Setting up your monitor 5 The following figure shows the location of the power cable socket and signal cable connector on the rear of the monitor Locating rear features...

Page 11: ...sure your computer is powered off 2 Connect the signal cable see the following figure Remove the protective cap from each connector on the signal cable Locate the connector marked with a C for compute...

Page 12: ...Setting up your monitor 7 Connecting the signal and power cables 4 Press the power button on your monitor 5 Power on your computer...

Page 13: ...nhance performance ensure your comfort save power and let you maximize your multimedia applications Just plug your monitor into a Plug and Play compatible system and it s automatically ready to provid...

Page 14: ...capabilities The system then selects its highest resolution and refresh rate to take advantage of the capabilities of your monitor Ergonomic design The NEC C Series monitor has been designed to enhan...

Page 15: ...er normal operation 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 emiss...

Page 16: ...icker free image which is easier on your eyes and extends your viewing time Depending on the system used a wide range of graphics standards is supported by the monitor 640 x 480 60 to 75 Hz vertical r...

Page 17: ...features On Screen Display OSD controls for adjusting monitor settings On Screen Display controls make the monitor easier to use by providing an on screen control menu A touch of the front controls t...

Page 18: ...djust the brightness and contrast of your monitor screen See the following sections for information about using the OSD controls and the brightness and contrast controls Access the On Screen Display Y...

Page 19: ...ote The power lamp shows the operating state of the monitor When the lamp is red the monitor is on but it is not getting a signal either because the signal cable is not connected or the computer is no...

Page 20: ...the following when you bring it up The OSD status display The OSD control menu is comprised largely of icons The icons represent the settings you can access The OSD control menu is divided into two ar...

Page 21: ...ry set settings exit the OSD control menu and the On Screen Display program The status display From the control panel press the MENU button once to bring up the OSD status display The OSD status displ...

Page 22: ...Saves settings on exit SELECT or button Advances through and selects a control icon ADJUST or button Increases or decreases setting adjustment MENU and SELECT buttons RECALL Reset all monitor setting...

Page 23: ...tor adjusts the image brightness in relation to the background Rotate the control counterclockwise to make the screen darker clockwise to make the screen lighter Note The position of the contrast cont...

Page 24: ...he horizontal size of your screen Horizontal size icon 1 Press MENU twice to bring up the OSD control panel 2 Press SELECT or until the horizontal size icon is highlighted 3 Press ADJUST or to decreas...

Page 25: ...the vertical size of your screen Vertical size icon 1 Press MENU twice to bring up the OSD control panel 2 Press SELECT or until the vertical size icon is highlighted 3 Press ADJUST or to decrease or...

Page 26: ...djust the horizontal position of your screen Horizontal position icon 1 Press MENU twice to bring up the OSD control panel 2 Press SELECT or until the horizontal position icon is highlighted 3 Press A...

Page 27: ...n to adjust the vertical position of your screen Vertical position icon 1 Press MENU twice to bring up the OSD control panel 2 Press SELECT or until the vertical position icon is highlighted 3 Press A...

Page 28: ...or convex sides Pincushion icon 1 Press MENU twice to bring up the OSD control panel 2 Press SELECT or until the pincushion icon is highlighted 3 Press ADJUST to make the sides of the display more co...

Page 29: ...tom Trapezoid icon 1 Press MENU twice to bring up the OSD control panel 2 Press SELECT or until the trapezoid icon is highlighted 3 Press ADJUST to make the screen wider at the bottom and narrower at...

Page 30: ...OSD control panel 2 Press SELECT or until the red gain icon is highlighted 3 Press ADJUST or to decrease or increase the amount of red gain The gain value in the adjustment bar shows in red if you ar...

Page 31: ...OSD control panel 2 Press SELECT or until the green gain icon is highlighted 3 Press ADJUST or to decrease or increase the amount of green gain The gain value in the adjustment bar shows in red if yo...

Page 32: ...ss ADJUST or to USER or PRESET Select PRESET to select the factory preset color values The color values show as red numerals in the gain control adjustment bar when using the red or green gain control...

Page 33: ...ess SELECT or to highlight the degauss control icon 3 Press ADJUST or to degauss the monitor During degauss the screen image jumps and wavers as the screen is demagnetized 4 Press MENU to save the set...

Page 34: ...tor Reset Use the RECALL settings to reset all the monitor settings to their factory state 1 Press and hold down the MENU button 2 Press SELECT to change all settings back to their factory set state 3...

Page 35: ...problems Once in a while you may encounter a minor problem with your monitor The problem is often one you can solve yourself If you encounter a problem look through this section to solve minor problem...

Page 36: ...eck that the monitor power cable is connected to the monitor and a power outlet Monitor screen is dark and the power lamp is red Check that the monitor signal cable is connected to your computer and i...

Page 37: ...see your computer documentation Press the degauss button once Caution Wait a minimum of 20 minutes before pressing the degauss button a second time Do not hold down the degauss button continuously Di...

Page 38: ...all 1 800 633 6698 if the monitor came with your purchase of an NEC Ready Computer Call 1 888 632 9693 if you purchased your monitor separately Note See the warranty card that comes with your NEC C Se...

Page 39: ...orking safely If you follow the precautions in this section you can prolong the life of your monitor and optimize its performance More importantly you can preserve your own health and ensure your safe...

Page 40: ...ch can be harmful or fatal or may cause electric shock fire or equipment failure Allow adequate ventilation around the monitor so that heat can properly dissipate Do not block ventilated openings or p...

Page 41: ...turn the monitor off for 20 minutes before powering it back on The power cable connector is the primary means of detaching the system from the power supply The monitor should be installed close to a...

Page 42: ...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...

Page 43: ...Monitor specifications 39 Monitor specifications Look through these specifications for detailed information about the characteristics and capabilities of your NEC C Series monitor...

Page 44: ...OG R G B Positive 0 7 Vpp 75 Ohms Positive Negative Separate sync TTL Level Horizontal sync Positive Negative Vertical sync Positive Negative Display Colors Analog input Unlimited Colors Depends on vi...

Page 45: ...g used does not include border area Power Supply AC 100 240 V 50 60 Hz Automatic Universal Power Supply Current Rating 1 2 amps Dimensions C400 C500 354 W x 362 H x 388 D mm 13 9 W x 14 3 H x 15 3 D i...

Page 46: ...gain 26 resetting to factory state 30 trapezoid 25 vertical position 23 vertical size 21 D Degaussing the monitor 29 Dimensions 41 Dot pitch 40 E Energy Star 11 EPA 11 Ergonomics 10 38 F Factory stat...

Page 47: ...Power management 10 11 Problems 31 R Red gain control 26 Reduced magnetic field technology 10 11 Resetting to factory state 30 Resolutions 10 12 40 S Solving problems 31 Specifications 39 SWEDAC 11 S...

Page 48: ...t 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...

Page 49: ...ons Cet appareil num rique de la classe B respecte toutes les exigences du R glement sur le mat riel brouiller du Canada C UL Bears the C UL Mark and is in compliance with Canadian Safety Regulations...

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