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  • Page 1

    14” Super VGA Color Monitor (Models A881381, A881389, and A881371) User’s Guide (for models A881381 and A881389)[...]

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    FCC COMPLIANCE STATEMENT FOR AMERICAN USERS This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio[...]

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    IMPORTANT NOTICE DISCLAIMER OF WARRANTY Epson America makes no representations or warranties, either express or implied, by or with respect to anything in this manual, and shall not be liable for any implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose or for any indirect, special, or consequential damages. Some states do not [...]

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    Important Safety Instructions Although this monitor is designed to assure your safety, improper use can cause electric shock or fire hazard. In order not to defeat the safeguards incorporated in the monitor, observe the following safety instructions: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. Read all of these instructions and save them for later reference. Follow[...]

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    14. Do not allow anything to rest on the power cord. Do not place a cord where it may be stepped on. 15. Do not replace the video interface cable with a non-shielded cable. 16. Unplug the monitor from the computer and the wall outlet before cleaning. Use a damp cloth for cleaning. 17. Excessive brightness for long periods may permanently imprint an[...]

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    Importantes mesures de sécurité Bien que le moniteur soit conçu pour assurer votre sécurité, un usage incorrect peut provoquer une décharge électrique ou poser un risque d’incendie. Pour ne pas aller à l’encontre des mesures de protection incorporées dans le moniteur, veuillez bien observer ces instructions: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. [...]

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    13. Faire attention à ne pas abîmer le cordon électrique ni la prise de courant. 14. Ne rien mettre ni laisser sur les cordons électriques. Pour éviter de leur marcher dessus, ne pas les installer dâns un endrôit de passage. 15. Ne pas remplacer un cordon d’interface par un cordon non protégé. 16. Debrancher le moniteur du socle et de l?[...]

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    Contents Introduction ............................... 1 Energy Star Compliant ....................... 1 WheretoGetHelp ........................... 2 CompuServe On-line Support ................... 3 Unpacking the Monitor ......................... 4 Setting Up the Monitor ......................... 4 Attaching the Tilt and Swivel Base ................[...]

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    Introduction Your EPSON ® Super VGA Color Monitor is compatible with all IBM ® 8514A, VGA, and Super VGA modes from 31 to 35 KHz. It offers the following features: ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ 14-inch, analog color CRT display High-resolution display of up to 1024 x 768 pixels, interlaced Six user-adjustable controls: brightness, contrast, horizontal cent[...]

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    The EPA estimates that if all desktop computers, monitors, printers, and other peripheral devices met Energy Star standards, energy cost savings would exceed $1 billion annually and carbon monoxide emissions would be reduced by 20 million tons. The Energy Star emblem does not represent EPA endorsement of any product or service. Where to Get Help If[...]

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    You can reach the EPSON Connection at (800) 922-8911, or call (310) 782-0770 and ask for the EPSON Connection. CompuServe ® On-line Support The fastest way to access helpful tips, specifications, and bulletins is through the Epson America Forum on CompuServe. If you are not currently a member of CompuServe, you are eligible for a free introductory[...]

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    Unpacking the Monitor When you unpack your monitor, make sure you have these items: ❑ EPSON 14” Super VGA Color Monitor ❑ AC power cord (to connect the monitor to a wall outlet) ❑ Video interface cable (to connect the monitor to your computer) ❑ Tilt and swivel base ❑ Warranty card ❑ Registration card. If anything is missing or damage[...]

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    Attaching the Tilt and Swivel Base Before you attach the tilt and swivel base, cover your work area with a blanket or foam pad to avoid scratching the monitor during assembly. Then follow these steps: 1. 2. Carefully set the monitor face down on the padding so the bottom of the monitor is facing you. Locate the four sets of hooks on the top portion[...]

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    3. Hold the base so the hooks are turned down and position the base next to the bottom of the monitor. 4. Insert the hooks into the slots on the monitor. 5. Slide the base toward the front of the monitor until the latch clicks into the locked position. Then turn the monitor over so it rests on the base. Note Always remove the tilt and swivel base b[...]

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    Selecting a Location for the Monitor Follow these guidelines when you select a location for the monitor: ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ Read the safety instructions at the beginning of this manual. Use a large, sturdy desk that can support the weight of the computer, monitor, and any peripheral devices. The desk should also provide ample space to hold your eq[...]

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    Follow these steps to connect the monitor to your computer: 1. Make sure the monitor, computer, and any peripheral devices are turned off. 2. Turn the monitor around so the back of the monitor is facing you. 3. Plug the video interface cable into the VGA connector shown below. Tighten the two screws on the cable connector. 4. Plug the other end of [...]

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    The monitor contains a universal power supply, so you can connect it to any wall outlet supplying between 100 and 240 volts. Turning On the Monitor Turn on the monitor by pressing the power button located at the front right of the monitor. Then turn on the computer. After a few seconds, an image appears on the screen. To make the image on the scree[...]

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    Adjusting the Monitor Controls The controls on the front of the monitor allow you to adjust the display to suit your preferences. The following table summarizes the functions of the monitor’s controls. Control Icon Function Vertical center Centers the image vertically. Turn the control clockwise to move the image up; turn it counterclockwise to m[...]

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    Cleaning the Monitor To keep the monitor operating at its best, it is important to clean it regularly. Follow these steps: 1. Turn off the monitor and unplug the power cord from the wall outlet. Also disconnect the video interface cable from the computer. 2. Use a damp, lint-free cloth to wipe the monitor casing; do not use a wet cloth. 3. To clean[...]

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    3. The electrical outlet might be dead. Test the outlet by plugging in a lamp or other device. The power indicator is on, but there is no image on the screen. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. Make sure the computer is turned on. Make sure the video interface cable is properly connected to the monitor and the video interface on the computer. See “Connecting the [...]

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    The image is scrambled. The input signals may be outside the monitor’s horizontal and vertical frequency ranges (31-35 KHz horizontal and 56-87 Hz vertical). Make sure the input signals are within the specified ranges. Specifications Model Numbers CRT Size Resolution Display area Deflection angle Dot pitch Surface Misconvergence A881381, A881389,[...]

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    Physical Characteristics Weight 22.9 lb (10.4 Kg) Width 14.2 inches (361 mm) Height 15.2 inches (386 mm) Depth 13.8 inches (351 mm) 14” Super VGA Color Monitor 15[...]

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    Epson America (USA) Epson America, Inc. 20770 Madrona Avenue Torrance, CA 90509-2842 Tel: (310) 782-0770 (800) 289-3776 Fax: (310) 782-5051 EPSON Connection Tel: (800) 922-8911 EPSON Direct SM P.O. Box 2858 20770 Madrona Avenue Torrance, CA 90509-1111 Tel: (800) 374-7300 (Technical support and sales) (310) 782-5478 (Sales) Fax: (310) 782-4455 (Tech[...]

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    Epson International Marketing Locations Epson Deutschland GmbH Zülpicher Straße 6, 4000 Düsseldorf 11 Germany Phone: 21l-56030 Telex: 41-8584786 Epson France S.A. B.P. 320,68 Bis Rue Marjolin 92305 Levallois-Perret Cedex France Phone: 33-14737-3333 Telex: 42-610657 Epson Iberica, S.A. Avda. de Roma 18-26 08290 Cerdanyola del valles 08036 Barcelo[...]

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    Distributors South America SISCO São Paulo, SP Brazil Tel: (5511) 574-8877 Fax: (5511) 572-1306 Exhibit Computer Bogota, Colombia Tel: (57l) 218-2700 Fax: (571) 218-5370 UPEN Computer Systems Bogota, Colombia Tel: (571) 257-7800 Ace Computers & Electronics Georgetown, Guyana Tel: (592) 25-65-48 Fax: (592) 26-39-67 Alvimer S.R.L. Trading Inc. C[...]

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    Caribbean Caribbean Computer Systems, Ltd. Bridgetown, Barbados Tel: (809) 429-7050 Fax: (809) 427-6089 North Atlantic Data Systems Hamilton, Bermuda Tel: (809) 295-7111 Fax: (809) 292-3834 Columbus Limited Grand Cayman, West Indies, B.W.I. Tel: (809) 949-8039 Fax: (809) 949-7537 WTG/APTEC Systems Limited Kingston, Jamaica Tel: (809) 929-9250 Fax: [...]