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Apple 20Display manual Appendix A Notes for IBM PC-Compatible Users, Compatibility

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Appendix A

Appendix A

Notes for IBM PC-Compatible Users

To use the Apple Multiple Scan 20 Display with an IBM PC-compatible computer, follow these instructions.

IMPORTANT Follow all of the safety instructions in Chapter 1.

Compatibility

The Apple Multiple Scan 20 Display works with most IBM PC-compatible computers equipped with VGA (Video Graphics Array) or greater capability. You may need to install a video card to use the monitor with your computer. For more information, see the manuals that came with your computer.

The monitor is preadjusted and works with any computer that has the following timing ranges:

mhorizontal scan rate of 30–82 kilohertz

mvertical refresh rate of 50-120 hertz

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Apple 20Display manual Appendix A Notes for IBM PC-Compatible Users, Compatibility

Contents

User’s Guide Multiple Scan 20 DisplayApple K Apple Computer, Inc 1 Setting Up Contents3 Adjusting the Picture 2 Using the Display SoftwareAppendix A Tips and TroubleshootingTechnical Information Notes for IBM PC-Compatible UsersDOC statement Communications regulation informationFCC statement Radio and television interferenceImportant safety instructions 1 Setting UpWhat about electromagnetic emissions? Monitor cable Getting ready to set upPower jumper cord Apple Multiple Scan 20 DisplayService ports and switches Do not use Your Apple Multiple Scan 20 Display at a glancePower button Control panel Power cord receptacle Monitor cableHold the front of the monitor securely Choosing a good location for your monitorLifting and positioning the monitor To position the monitor on a table or desk, follow these steps Do you need a video card? Using more than one monitorConnecting the monitor to your computer 4 Tighten the thumbscrews on the connection Connecting your keyboard to the monitorTurning the monitor on Installing the display software The Installer screen appears About the Control Strip 2 Using the Display SoftwareWorking with the Control Strip Changing screen resolution Other things you can do with the Monitors control panel Conserving energy What happens after you turn on the energy saving featureUsing Energy Saver with a screen saver Using ColorSyncTo set up ColorSync for a specific monitor Showing and hiding the Control Strip Configuring the Control StripSetting a keyboard command to show and hide the Control Strip Click the close box to close the control panel Changing the font in Control Strip menusChoose Control Panels from the Apple K menu Double-click the Control Strip icon to open itfor picture controls 3 Adjusting the PictureReset button Indicator lightsAdjusting the contrast of the picture Making adjustments to the pictureAdjusting the brightness of the picture 1 Press and hold down the x button on the monitor until the ﬁ Adjusting the center of the pictureWhen the picture is centered properly, there is an equal border Follow these steps26 Chapter Adjusting the size of the pictureFollow these steps Follow these steps Adjusting the rotation and color uniformity of the pictureUse these controls Adjusting the shape of the pictureFollow these steps 1 Press and hold down the x button on the monitor until the ﬁAdjusting the convergence of the picture 30 Chapter Selecting the color temperatureResetting brightness and contrast Resetting controls to original levelsWhile holding down the Control button , press the Reset button Resetting individual picture controlsResetting all picture controls Care and cleaning 4 Tips and TroubleshootingProtecting your monitor from theft TroubleshootingTips and Troubleshooting The monitor’s power indicator light doesn’t come onm Make sure that your computer and monitor are turned on The screen image is too large or too small Tips and TroubleshootingNo colors appear on the screen The screen image is off centerOver time, you experience eyestrain You can’t control the sound volume of a CDYou don’t see the monitor resolution you want After many hours of use, the screen image appears dimAfter you change the screen resolution, icons move 40 Chapter You see two resolution options labeled 640x870 75 HzWhen you change resolutions, the monitor goes blank The monitor does not go to sleepCompatibility Appendix A Notes for IBM PC-Compatible Users42 Appendix A Connecting the monitor to your IBM PC-compatible computerYour monitor may not look exactly as shown This adapter is shipped with your monitor 44 Appendix A Using the monitorAppendix B Technical Information Horizontal scan rate 90-132, 198-260Vertical refresh rate Humidity noncondensing TemperatureTilt swivel base InterfacesOutput signal m 15-pin miniature D-type connectorMonitor cable specifications 030-8886-A Apple Computer, Inc1 Infinite Loop Cupertino, California