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IBM THINKPAD G41 - User Manual - Introduction

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Summary of THINKPAD G41 -

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    Ibm g41/g50 colour monitor user’s guide cover.Doc page 1 wednesday, july 12, 1995 5:14 pm.

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    I first edition (sept 1995) the following paragraph does not apply to the united kingdom or any country where such provisions are inconsistent with local law: international business machines corporation provides this publication “as is” without warranty of any kind, either express or implied, includ...

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    Ii danger do not remove the covers under any circumstances. Do not connect the equipment to, or disconnect the equipment from, a mains power outlet during an electrical storm. Danger to avoid shock hazard: • the power cord must be connected to a properly wired and earthed socket. • any equipment to ...

  • Page 4: Contents

    1 contents introduction ....................................................2 getting started ...............................................3 product records ............................................4 general specifications ..................................5 installation ..........................

  • Page 5: Introduction

    2 introduction thank you for choosing this ibm product. This guide explains how to set up your monitor and how to obtain the best performance from it. Features of this ibm monitor: plug and play, enables automatic optimisation of monitor performance by ddc capable computers. Crisp, clear screen imag...

  • Page 6: Getting Started

    3 getting started unpacking your monitor is heavy, so handle it with care. Whenever you need to move or lift it, minimise the risk of injury by keeping your back straight and by keeping the weight near to your body. If in doubt, ask someone to assist you. Lift the monitor by holding it firmly under ...

  • Page 7: Product Records

    4 product records important: be sure to retain your proof of purchase because it might be required to receive warranty service. You should record the following information. 1. Monitor name ______________________________ 2. Machine type/model ____________________ 3. Serial number ____________________...

  • Page 8: General Specifications

    5 general specifications the following table provides the machine type and model number with their respective mains voltages and typical currents: g41: 14 inch (nominal) crt with maximum viewable screen size, when measured diagonally of 336mm (13.2 inches) g50: 15 inch (nominal) fst with maximum vie...

  • Page 9: Installation

    6 installation workplace preparation this section gives advice on the things that you should consider before you set up your monitor. Positioning the monitor choose a suitable place to position the monitor. Ensure that the furniture or equipment can support the weight of the monitor. Allow adequate ...

  • Page 10: Connecting The Monitor

    7 connecting the monitor important: before connecting the monitor, turn off the power supply to the computer and attached devices. If a switched mains power outlet is being used, ensure that it is turned off. Standard connection to a pc 1. Connect the signal cable to your computer taking care to ens...

  • Page 11: Optimising Performance

    8 optimising performance "plug and play" monitor implementation of the vesa ddc standard offers the capability of automatic optimisation of monitor performance (“plug and play”). In order for automatic optimisation to be effective, the attaching computer must also be hardware and software enabled fo...

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    9 how to change display modes your operating system manual defines the procedure you should follow to change the default display mode. After selecting the optimum mode you need not perform this operation again unless you change your computer or software configuration. Notes: 1. The computer automati...

  • Page 13: Adjusting The Image

    10 adjusting the image the image is already optimised for many display modes. However, the controls can be used to adjust the image to your liking. Ibm recommends that the factory preset image size position and shape is used when operating with a display mode listed in table 1. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 sav...

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    11 brightness and contrast adjustment by pressing the right hand side or the left hand side of keys 8 (brightness) or 9 (contrast). You can adjust the screen image. The pictures show how the image is affected. Ibm recommends that the contrast is adjusted so that white text on a dark background does ...

  • Page 15: Indicators

    12 indicators power management to benefit from power management (electricity conservation), the monitor must be used in conjunction with a computer that implements the video electronics standards association (vesa) display power management signalling (dpms) standard. The table below summarises the s...

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    13 4. Off after a further period of inactivity in the suspend state, the monitor will be instructed to enter the off state. The screen will remain dark and the power indicator light will turn amber. When entering the off state from the on state, there is a delay of 45 seconds between the screen blan...

  • Page 17: Disabling Ddc

    14 disabling ddc as previously mentioned, ddc offers “plug and play” ease of setup to the user. To take advantage of ddc requires suitable hardware and software inside your computer and it is possible that you will be attaching your monitor to a computer that does not support ddc. In most cases, thi...

  • Page 18: Working With Your Monitor

    15 working with your monitor the following suggestions may help you work more comfortably with your computer. Working practices rest take regular breaks. Vary your posture, and stand up and stretch occasionally as prolonged use of computer workstations can be tiring. Back you should sit back in the ...

  • Page 19: Troubleshooting

    16 troubleshooting if you have a problem setting up or using the monitor, you might be able to solve it yourself. Before calling ibm you should try the suggested actions that are appropriate to your problem. Problem suggested action screen is blank and power indicator is off. • check monitor power s...

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    17 power indicator is flashing green. • display mode of the computer is outside the range of the monitor. Reconfigure the computer to use a supported display mode. Refer to the specifications section on page 20 and to table 1 on page 9. Image appears to be flickering. • the monitor is operating in a...

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    18 further help if you are unable to correct the problem yourself, you may seek further help as follows: call ibm helpcenter. In the us call 1-800-772-2227 in canada call 1-800-565-3344 in other countries contact your dealer or other ibm authorised servicer. Before calling, please have available as ...

  • Page 22: Glossary

    19 glossary addressability the number of horizontal and vertical picture elements (pels) in the image. The higher the addressability, the more detailed the image that can be displayed on the screen. (addressability is sometimes referred to as resolution). Ddc display data channel. A vesa standard en...

  • Page 23: Specifications

    20 specifications g41: 14 inch (nominal) crt with maximum viewable screen size, when measured diagonally of 336mm (13.2 inches) g50: 15 inch (nominal) fst with maximum viewable screen size, when measured diagonally of 348mm (13.7 inches) dimensions width: depth: height: weight - g41: weight - g50: 3...

  • Page 24: Compliances

    21 compliances power management energy star nutek specification 803299 safety csa c22.2 no. 950 (1) ul 1950 (1) semko (2) Öve (2) dhhs (1) nom (1) ergonomics iso 9241 part 3 (up to 1024 x 768 addressability) tuv/gs (1) emissions/susceptibility mpr - ii fcc class b (1) en 55022 class b (2) vcci class...

  • Page 25: Warranties

    22 warranties europe the warranty terms and conditions applicable in the country of purchase in respect of an ibm product are available from the supplier. Please retain them with your proof of purchase. No statements contained in this documentation shall affect the statutory rights of consumers use....