Samsung 151X manual Why do we have environmentally labelled computers?, TCO Development

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CFCs (freons) are sometimes used for washing printed circuit boards and in the manufacturing of expanded foam for packaging. CFCs break down ozone and thereby damage the ozone layer in the stratosphere, causing increased reception on Earth of ultraviolet light with consequent increased risks of skin cancer (malignant melanoma).

zThe relevant TCO'95 requirement: Neither CFCs nor HCFCs may be used during the manufacturing of the product or its packaging.

TCO'99-Ecological requirements for personal computers (TCO'99 applied model only)

Congratulations!

You have just purchased a TCO'99 approved and labelled 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.

This product meets the requirements for the TCO'99 scheme which provides for an international environmental and quality labelling 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), Statens Energimyndighet(The Swedish National Energy Administration) and SEMKO AB.

The requirements cover a wide range of issuse: environment, ergonomics, usability, reduction of electric and magnetic fields, energy consumption and electrical safety.

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 their manufacture. Since it is not so far possible to satisfactorily recycle the majority of electronics equipment, 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 electricity generation have a negative effect on the environment (e.g. acidic and climate-influencing emissions, radioactive waste), it is vital to save energy. Electronics equipment in offices is often left running continuously and thereby consumes a lot of energy.

What does labelling involve?

The environmental demands has been developed by Svenska Naturskyddsforeningen (The Swedish Society for Nature Conservation). These demands impose 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 policy 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.

Below you will find a brief summary of the environmental requirements met by this product. The complete environmental criteria document may be ordered from:

TCO Development

SE-114 94 Stockholm, Sweden

Fax: +46 8 782 92 07

Email (Internet): development@tco.se

Current information regarding TCO'99 approved and labelled products may also be obtained via the Internet, using the address: http://www.tco-info.com/

Environmental requirements

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Contents SyncMaster Notational PowerUse only a properly grounded plug and receptacle Insert the power plug firmly so that it does not come looseInstallation Do not use a damaged or loose plugSet down the monitor carefully Do not drop the monitor when moving itKeep any heating devices away from the power cable Do not place the product on the floorDo not spray water or detergent directly on the monitor CleanDo not place the monitor face down Do not remove cover or back OthersNever insert anything metallic into the monitor openings Do not cover the vents on the monitor cabinetRemove and discard vinyl bag from power adapter before use Keep all power adapters apartKeep power adapter away from any other heat source Falling product could cause physical damage even death Natural Color software Cable Sub Cable Power Cord DC-Adapter BracketUnpacking Front User AdjustedVesa Mounting Bracket Rear Adjust buttons / +Entertain High brightness For watching motion pictures such as a DVD or VCDWall Mounting the Monitor Installing the Monitor Driver Automatic Click Windows XP/2000 Driver Windows MEClick Windows ME Driver Windows XP/2000Microsoft Windows XP Operating System Installing the Monitor Driver ManualPage How to install Linux Operating System Click Start , Setting , Control PanelMicrosoft Windows NT Operating System Natural Color Natural Color Software Program How to install the Natural Color softwareAuto OSD Lock & Unlock MenuDescription Brightness MagicBrightMenu Description Position ContrastImage Lock Menu Description Play/StopDescriptionPlay/Stop ResetGeometry Reset Color Reset MenuDescription Menu Position LanguageMenu Description Half Tone Menu Display Time Position PositonDisplay Mode Overview Installation Page Installationation Problems Hardware OSD Mode Picture Tab Definition Image Tab Definition Option Tab Definition Support Tab Definition Color Calibration Page Uninstall Troubleshooting Connection, Check Signal Cable on SymptomCheck List Solutions Control Panel → Display → SettingsAnswer Self-Test Feature CheckQuestion Judging the monitors working condition Functioning properly Self-Test Feature CheckUseful Tips Signal Cable ResolutionInput Signal, Terminated Power SupplyEnvironmental considerations Dimensions WxDxH/ WeightState Normal Operation Power saving mode Power Switch off Vesa Mounting InterfaceVertical Frequency Horizontal FrequencyAustralia Brazil ServiceGermany United Kingdom PanamaFor Better Display TermsAuthority IC Compliance Notice FCC Information User InstructionsUser Information PCT Notice Why do we have environmentally-labelled monitors?MPR II Compliance European NoticeEurope OnlyCadmium What does labelling involve?Environmental Requirements LeadTCO Development Why do we have environmentally labelled computers?Energy Flame retardantsErgonomics Medical Requirement Classifications EmissionsEcology TCO03 Recycling Information TCO03 applied model onlyTransport and Storage Limitations Video In / RS 232 / Video OutSuggestions for specific applications What is Image retention ?Power Off, Screen Saver, or Power Save Mode