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Note: Before using this information and the product it supports, read the information in Appendix D, “Service and Support,” on page D-1and Appendix E, “IBM Statement of Limited W arranty - Z125-4753-07 - 1 1/2002,” on page E-1 First Edition (May 2004) © Copyright International Business Machines Corporation 2004. All rights reserved. US Gov[...]
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Contents Safety information . . . . . . . . . .v General safety guidelines . . . . . . . vii Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . vii Power cords and power adapters . . . . . . . vii Extension cords and related devices . . . . . . viii Plugs and outlets . . . . . . . . . . . . viii Batteries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . viii Heat and product ve[...]
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Safety information Before installing this product, read the Safety Information. Antes de instalar este produto, leia as Informações de Segurança. Pred instal ací tohoto produktu si prectete prír ucku bezpecnostních instr ukcí. Læs sikkerhedsforskrifterne, før du installerer dette produkt. Ennen kuin asennat tämän tuotteen, lue turvaohjee[...]
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Läs säkerhetsinformationen innan du installerar den här produkten. vi IBM M400 PROJECTOR: User ’s Guide[...]
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General safety guidelines Always observe the following precautions to reduce the risk of injury and property damage. Service Do not attempt to service a product yourself unless instructed to do so by the IBM Support Center . Use only an IBM authorized service provider who is approved to repair your particular product. Note: Some parts can be upgrad[...]
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Extension cords and related devices Ensure that extension cords, surge protectors, uninterruptible power supplies, and power strips that you use are rated to handle the electrical requir ements of the product. Never overload these devices. If power strips are used, the load should not exceed the power strip input rating. Consult an electrician for [...]
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shorten the life of the battery and can also pose a safety hazard. Do not let rechar geable Lithium-Ion batteries completely discharge or store these batteries in a discharged state. Heat and product ventilation Computers generate heat when turned on and when batteries are charging. Notebook PCs can generate a significant amount of heat due to thei[...]
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Registering your option Thank you for purchasing this IBM ® product. Please take a few moments to register your product and provide us with information that will help IBM to better serve you in the future. Y our feedback is valuable to us in developing products and services that are important to you, as well as in developing better ways to communi[...]
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Chapter 1. Product description The IBM M400 projector can be used for both business presentations and home entertainment and is easy to connect, use, and maintain. Some main features of this projector are: v Extremely powerful, lightweight, and portable at 2.4 lbs (1.1kg).[...]
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1 Projector with lens cap 2 S-video cable 3 Power cord 4 Computer cable (DVI-DB15) 5 User ’s guide (and installation) CD[...]
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6 Multi-language quick start guide 7 Carrying case 8 USB cable 9 V ideo cable (Mini Jack- RCA) 10 Audio cable (Mini Jack- RCA) 11 Batteries 12 Remote control If any of the items listed above are missing or damaged, contact your place of purchase. Note: Be sure to retain your proof of purchase; it will be re[...]
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Projector features The figures below show the differ ent angles and features of the projector . 1 Keypad 2 Remote control receiver (IR) 3 Speaker 4 Zoom 5 Elevator foot/leveling foot 6 Lens cap 7 Focus ring Figure 1-2. Front angle of projector 1-4 IBM M400 PROJECTOR: User ’s Guide[...]
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1 Elevator foot/leveling foot 2 Connectors 3 Remote control receiver (IR) 1 Power LED 2 Source/Left button 3 Menu button 4 Auto/Right button 5 Quick Menu/Down button 6 Power button 7 Status LED[...]
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1 Security slot 2 USB slot 3 Audio 4 V ideo mini-jack 5 DVI-I 6 AC socket 1 Front adjusters 2 Rear adjuster 3 Projection lamp cover[...]
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Chapter 2. Setting up the projector This chapter provides information on positioning the projector , connecting a computer source, using the projector with Microsoft W indows, and displaying and adjusting a computer source image. Starting and shutting down the projector Please follow the steps below to start your projector , and to shut off the pro[...]
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Note: Leave the power cable plugged in for at least 2-5 minutes until the projector returns to room temperature before placing the projector inside the soft case. Placing the projector into the case too soon after switching off the power could cause the projector to overheat. Attention: Before moving the projector , be sure to power down the projec[...]
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T able 2-1. Zoom lens operation range (m/ft) Diagonal screen size (m/in.) Image W idth (m/ft) Image height (m/ft) Distance from center of lens to bottom of image (m/ft) 1 - to 1.20/- to 3.94 0.66/26 0.53/1.74 0.40/1.31 0.07/0.23 2 1.54 to 1.85/5.05 to 6.07 1.02/40 0.81/2.66 0.61/2 0.1 1/0.36 3 2.33 to 2.80/7.64 to 9.19 1.52/60 1.2[...]
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Note: v The projector table or stand should be level and sturdy . v Position the projector so that it is perpendicular to the screen. v Be sure cables are not in a place where they can cause the projector to be knocked over . Adjusting the image To adjust the zoom, focus, and keystone for the image, complete the following steps: 1. T wist the rings[...]
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The keystone control appears on the OSD, as shown. To adjust the keystone on the projector , press Quick Menu and select the keystone submenu; then use the left/right buttons to adjust the keystone. Image resolution The XGA resolution of the projected image is 1024 x 768 (XGA). The projector is compatible with screen resolutions up to 1280 x 1024 ([...]
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Chapter 3. Connecting devices to the projector This chapter provides information on connecting devices to the M400 projector . Connecting devices Computers and video devices can be connected to the projector at the same time. Check the user ’s manual of the connecting device to confirm that it has the appropriate output connector . 1 USB sl[...]
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Chapter 4. Using the projector features This chapter provides information on using the remote control, audio, keypad buttons, and other projector features. Using the remote control The remote uses two provided AAA batteries. They are easily installed by sliding the cover off the back of the remote, aligning the + and - ends of the batteries, slidin[...]
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Inserting the remote control batteries When using the remote control for the first time, install the batteries that were supplied. Follow the steps below for inserting new batteries into your remote control. 1. Remove the battery compartment cover by sliding the cover in the direction of the arrow , as shown. 2. Insert the supplied batteries taking[...]
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Operating range This remote control uses infrared transmission to control the projector . It is not necessary to point the remote directly at the projector . Provided you are not holding the remote to the sides or the rear of the projector , the remote will function within a maximum radius of 7m (22ft) and 30° above or below the projector level. I[...]
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Chapter 5. On-Screen Display menu controls This projector has an On-Screen Display (OSD) that lets you make image adjustments and change various settings. Note: Yo u must have a display on the screen in order to access the OSD. Navigating the OSD Yo u can use the remote control or the buttons on the top of the projector to navigate and make changes[...]
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Item Description Default Contrast Press the cursor left/right button to adjust the contrast. Range: -50 to 50 0 Picture Adjustment Press the cursor left/right button to adjust the A/D sampling number . Range: -50 to 50 0 Fine Picture Press the cursor left/right button to adjust the A/D sampling clock. Range: -50 to 50 Auto-detected H Position Press[...]
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3. Press the cursor up/down button to move within the Color menu. The color menu is shown below . The following table shows the options that you will see in the Color menu and the default. Item Description Default Quick Color Adj. Press the cursor left/right button to select differ ent Color Adjust. Range: Standard/Color/Custom Standard Gamma Press[...]
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V iew menu To access the V iew menu, follow the steps below: 1. Press the Menu button to open the main menu. 2. Press the cursor left/right button to move to the V iew menu. 3. Press the cursor up/down button to move up and down in the V iew menu. The V iew menu is shown below . The following table shows the options that you will see in the V iew m[...]
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Item Description Default Keystone Save Press the cursor left/right button to select keystone save. Range: Off/On On Digital Zoom Digital Zoom N/A Panning Use the ↑ , → , ↓ , ← buttons to pan in the Digitally zoomed image. N/A Cancel Reset Aspect, Filter , V ertical Flip, Horizontal Flip, Keystone, and Keystone Save to default values. N/A Se[...]
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Item Description Default Auto Power Off Press the cursor right/left button to select. This will automatically turn off the lamp when there is no signal to the projector for 5 minutes. Range: On/Off Off Menu Position Press the cursor left/right button to select differ ent OSD locations. Range: Left/T op/Center/Right/Bottom Center Input Format Change[...]
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The following table shows the options that you will see in the Option menu and the default. Item Description Default Language Change the Language Range: English/German/French/Italian/ Spanish/Swedish/Korean /Simplified Chinese/ T raditional Chinese/Japanese English On Screen Press the cursor left/right button to select the on-screen menu. Range: On[...]
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3. Press the cursor up/down button to move up and down in the Info menu. The Info menu is shown below . The following table shows the options that you will see in the Info menu. Item Description Factory Default Change factory default message menu. Lamp T imer Reset Reset the lamp timer . Resolution Shows Resolution H/V format. Frequency Shows Frequ[...]
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2. Press Enter to execute black adjustment. 3. Next, find a white pattern source from the computer . 4. Press Enter to execute a white adjustment. 5. The scree will now show ″ White Balance Complete ″ if the adjustment process completes successfully . Chapter 5. On-Screen Display menu controls 5-9[...]
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Input format The image below shows the Input format menu. The following table shows the options that you will see in the Input format menu and the default. Item Description Default Input Format PC mode Press the up/down button to select the Input format. Range: Auto/RGB/Digital/Component Auto Input Format V ideo/S-V ideo mode Press the cursor up/do[...]
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Language The image below shows the Language menu. The default language is English. Zoom Press the cursor up/down button to use Digital Zoom. Panning Use the ↑ , → , ↓ , ← buttons to pan in the Digitally zoomed image. Lamp T imer reset Press the Enter button to reset the Lamp T imer . Chapter 5. On-Screen Display menu controls 5-1 1[...]
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Factory default Press the Enter button to restor e default settings. Hot Keys This section shows the Hot Keys and describes their functions. v Power off : Press the Power key to turn the projector off. Either wait for 5 seconds for the projector to automatically power off, or press the Power key again for immediate shut off. The image displayed whe[...]
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Quick menu This section is a quick refer ence guide for the following menu items. v Brightness : Press the cursor left/right button to adjust the display brightness. The range is -50 to 50. v Contrast : Press the cursor left/right button to adjust the display contrast. The range is -50 to 50. v V olume : Press the cursor left/right button to adjust[...]
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Appendix A. Maintenance This chapter provides information on projector maintenance. Cleaning the lens To clean the lens, complete the following procedur e: 1. Apply a non-abrasive camera lens cleaner to a soft, dry cloth. Note: A void using an excessive amount of cleaner , and do not apply the cleaner directly to the lens. Abrasive cleaners, solven[...]
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5. Lift the module handle up as shown in 5 . 6. Pull firmly on the module handle to remove the lamp module as shown in 6 .[...]
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4. Press the Enter button. The screen will show ″ Press ″ ENTER ″ to Lamp T imer Reset ″ . 5. .Press the Enter button again to reset the lamp hours. Using the security slot The projector has a security slot, as shown. Refer to the information that comes with the lock for instructions on how to use it. Appendix A. Maintenance A-3[...]
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Appendix B. T roubleshooting The following table provides troubleshooting information for the projector . In some cases, more than one possible solution is provided. Tr y the solutions in the order they are presented. When the problem is solved, you can skip the additional solutions. T able B-1. T roubleshooting Problem Solution No image appears on[...]
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T able B-1. T roubleshooting (continued) Problem Solution There is no light from the projector v Check that the power cable is securely connected. v Ensure the power source is good by testing with another electrical device. v Restart the projector in the correct order and check that the Power LED is green. v If you have replaced the lamp recently ,[...]
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Projector LEDs The LEDs on top of the projector indicates the state of the projector and can help you troubleshoot. T able B-2. Projector LED behavior and projector errors LED behavior Explanation Lit red When the power is on (Lit green) Standby (Lit amber) It is time to replace the lamp. Replace with a new lamp cartridge. See “Replacing the proj[...]
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Thermal protector When the temperature inside the projector becomes abnormally high, the LED indicator flashes red (0.5 seconds on/0.5 seconds off) the Standby indicator is a steady red, and at the same time the temperature protector operates and switches off the power of the projector . If this happens, please follow the steps below: 1. Switch off[...]
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Appendix C. Specifications Following are specifications for the IBM M400 projector . T emperature (non-operating) 5° to 35° C (41° to 95° F) at sea level -10° to 60° C (14° to 140° F) Altitude (operating) Altitude (non-operating) 3,048 m (0 to 10,000 ft) 12,192 m (0 to 40,000 ft) Humidity (operating) Humidity (non-operating) 5% to 90% relat[...]
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Appendix D. Service and Support The following information describes the technical support that is available for your product, during the warranty period or throughout the life of the product. Refer to your IBM Statement of Limited W arranty for a full explanation of IBM warranty terms. Online technical support Online technical support is available [...]
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Country or Region T elephone Number Country or Region T elephone Number Belgium Dutch 02-210-9820 French 02-210-9800 New Zealand 0800-446-149 Bolivia 0800-0189 Norway 66 81 11 00 Brazil 55-1 1-3889-8986 Peru 0-800-50-866 Canada 1-800-565-3344 T oronto 416-383-3344 Philippines 632-995-2225 Chile 800-224-488 Portugal 21-791 51 47 China (PRC) 800-810-[...]
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Appendix E. IBM Statement of Limited W arranty - Z125-4753-07 - 1 1/2002 Part 1 - General T erms This Statement of Limited Warranty includes Part 1 - General T erms, Part 2 - Country-unique T erms, and Part 3 - Warranty Information. The terms of Part 2 replace or modify those of Part 1. The warranties provided by IBM in this Statement of Limited Wa[...]
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v any non-IBM products, including those that IBM may procur e and provide with or integrate into an IBM Machine at your request. The warranty is voided by removal or alteration of identification labels on the Machine or its parts. IBM does not warrant uninterrupted or error -free operation of a Machine. Any technical or other support provided for a[...]
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functionally equivalent to the item replaced. The replacement assumes the warranty service status of the replaced item. Y our Additional Responsibilities Before IBM or your reseller exchanges a Machine or part, you agree to remove all features, parts, options, alterations, and attachments not under warranty service. Yo u also agree to: 1. ensure th[...]
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This limit also applies to IBM’s suppliers and your reseller . It is the maximum for which IBM, its suppliers, and your reseller are collectively responsible. UNDER NO CIRCUMST ANCES IS IBM, ITS SUPPLIERS OR RESELLERS LIABLE FOR ANY OF THE FOLLOWING EVEN IF INFORMED OF THEIR POSSIBILITY : 1) THIRD PA RT Y CLAIMS AGAINST YOU FOR DAMAGES (OTHER THA[...]
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Arbitration: The following is added under this heading: Disputes arising out of or in connection with this Statement of Limited W arranty shall be finally settled by arbitration which shall be held in Singapore in accordance with the Arbitration Rules of Singapore International Arbitration Center ( ″ SIAC Rules ″ ) then in effect. The arbitrati[...]
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If one of the parties refuses or otherwise fails to appoint an arbitrator within 30 days of the date the other party appoints its, the first appointed arbitrator shall be the sole arbitrator , provided that the arbitrator was validly and properly appointed. All proceedings shall be conducted, including all documents presented in such proceedings, i[...]
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arbitration award shall be final and binding for the parties without appeal and shall be in writing and set forth the findings of fact and the conclusions of law . The number of arbitrators shall be three, with each side to the dispute being entitled to appoint one arbitrator . The two arbitrators appointed by the parties shall appoint a third arbi[...]
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Add the following paragraph in W estern Europe (Austria, Belgium, Cyprus, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany , Greece, Iceland, Ireland, Italy , Liechtenstein, Luxembourg, Monaco, Netherlands, Norway , Portugal, Spain, San Marino, Sweden, Switzerland, United Kingdom, V atican State): The warranty for Machines acquired in W estern Europe shall be val[...]
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nullity of the execution of this Statement of Limited W arranty shall be settled by Arbitration Court of Moscow; 6) in South Africa, Namibia, Lesotho and Swaziland , both of us agree to submit all disputes relating to this Statement of Limited W arranty to the jurisdiction of the High Court in Johannesburg; 7) in T urkey all disputes arising out of[...]
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Spango V alley Greenock Scotland PA 16 OAH AUSTRIA, DENMARK, FINLAND, GREECE, IT AL Y , NETHERLANDS, POR TUGAL, SP AIN, SWEDEN AND SWITZERLAND Limitation of Liability: The following replaces the terms of this section in its entirety: Except as otherwise provided by mandatory law: 1. IBM’s liability for any damages and losses that may arise as a c[...]
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CONSEQUENCE OF THE EVENT THA T GENERA TED THE DAMAGES; OR 4) LOSS OF BUSINESS, REVENUE, GOODWILL, OR ANTICIP A TED SA VINGS. THE FOLLOWING TERMS APPL Y TO THE COUNTR Y SPECIFIED: AUSTRIA What this W arranty Covers: The following replaces the first sentence of the first paragraph of this section: The warranty for an IBM Machine covers the functional[...]
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GERMANY What this W arranty Covers: The following replaces the first sentence of the first paragraph of this section: The warranty for an IBM Machine covers the functionality of the Machine for its normal use and the Machine’s conformity to its Specifications. The following paragraphs are added to this section: The minimum warranty period for Mac[...]
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For the purposes of this section, a ″ Default ″ means any act, statement, omission, or negligence on the part of IBM in connection with, or in relation to, the subject matter of this Statement of Limited W arranty in respect of which IBM is legally liable to you, whether in contract or tort. A number of Defaults which together result in, or con[...]
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liable to you, whether in contract or tort. A number of Defaults which together result in, or contribute to, substantially the same loss or damage will be treated as one Default. Circumstances may arise where, because of a Default, you are entitled to recover damages from IBM. This section sets out the extent of IBM’s liability and your sole reme[...]
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M400 PROJECTOR LAMP Country or Region of Purchase W arranty Period T ype of W arranty Service W orldwide 3 months 1, 4 A warranty period of 3 years on parts and 3 years on labor means that IBM provides warranty service without charge for parts and labor during the 3 year warranty period. A warranty period of 3 months on parts and 3 months on labor [...]
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Yo u will deliver or mail as IBM specifies (prepaid unless IBM specifies otherwise) the failing Machine suitably packaged to a location IBM designates. After IBM has repair ed or exchanged the Machine, IBM will make it available for your collection or , for Mail-in Service, IBM will return it to you at IBM’s expense, unless IBM specifies otherwis[...]
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Country or Region T elephone Number Country or Region T elephone Number Japan Consumer customers 0120-887-870 Business customers 0120-887-874 V enezuela 0-800-100-201 1 Luxembourg 298-977 5063 V ietnam 848-8295-160 E-18 IBM M400 PROJECTOR: User ’s Guide[...]
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Appendix F. Notices IBM may not offer the products, services, or features discussed in this document in all countries. Consult your local IBM repr esentative for information on the products and services currently available in your area. Any refer ence to an IBM product, program, or service is not intended to state or imply that only that IBM produc[...]
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vary significantly . Some measurements may have been made on development-level systems and there is no guarantee that these measurements will be the same on generally available systems. Furthermore, some measurements may have been estimated through extrapolation. Actual results may vary . Users of this document should verify the applicable data for[...]
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Deutsche EMV -Direktive (electromagnetische V erträglichkeit) Dieses Gerät ist berechtigt in Übereinstimmung mit dem deutschen EMVG vom 9.Nov .92 das EG-Konformitätszeichen zu führen. Der Aussteller der Konformitätserklärung ist die IBM UK, Greenock. Dieses Gerät erfüllt die Bedingungen der EN 55022 Klasse A. Für diese Klasse von Geräten[...]
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A vertissement : Ceci est un produit de Classe A. Dans un contexte résidentiel, ce produit peut causer une interférence radio exigeant que l’utilisateur prenne des mesures adéquates. Union Europea - Normativa EMC Questo prodotto è conforme alle normative di protezione ai sensi della Direttiva del Consiglio dell’Unione Europea 89/336/CEE sul[...]
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Part Number: 22P9382 Printed in USA (1P) P/N: 22P9382[...]