Compaq Monitor TFT5015s User manual
User’s Guide
Compaq TFT5015 Color Monitor
August 2001
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User’s Guide
Compaq TFT5015 Color Monitor
Second Edition (August 2001)
Part Number: 234268-002
Compaq TFT5015 User’s Guide 1
Product Features
The Compaq TFT5015 Flat Panel Monitor has an active matrix,
thin-film transistor (TFT), liquid crystal display (LCD). The
monitor features include:
■15-inch (38.1-cm) viewable area display
■1024 x 768 resolution, plus full-screen support for lower
resolutions
■Wide viewing angle to allow viewing from a sitting or
standing position, or when moving side-to-side
■Tilt and swivel capabilities
■Removable base for flexible mounting solutions
■VGA cable
■Speaker and microphone cables (speaker models only)
■Plug and Play capability if supported by your system
■On-Screen Display (OSD) adjustments in six different
languages: English, Dutch, French, German, Italian, and
Spanish for ease of setup and screen optimization
■Programmable Sleep Timer
■CD-ROM includes an information file (INF), Image Color
Matching file (ICM), Colorific Software package, the
Compaq LCD Display Assistant setup and configuration
utility, the Compaq Display LiteSaver utility, and product
documentation
■Security lock slot
■AssetControl
■Energy Saver feature for Energy Star* compliance
■Compliance with the following regulated specifications:
❏EPA Energy Star
❏Europeran Union CE Directives
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❏Swedish MPR II 1990 (Touchscreen models)
❏Swedish TCO ‘99 (except Touchscreen models)
Information Files
This monitor includes a CD-ROM with two information files to
be installed onto your computer: an .INF file and an .ICM file.
■The .INF file defines monitor resources and provides
specifications used by Microsoft Windows 95, Windows 98,
Windows 2000, and Windows Me to install support software
for certain hardware devices. The .INF file ensures monitor
compatibility and optimization with your computer’s
graphics adapter.
■The ICM file provides color matching consistency from
monitor screen to printer and is activated from within the
graphics program that have this feature.
Install these files on your computer by selecting the Install INF
and ICM Files option from the main menu of the Software and
Reference Library CD-ROM included with the monitor. Consult
the readme file on the CD-ROM for additional installation
information.
INF file updates are downloadable by clicking on:
www.compaq.com/support/monitors/index.html
Compaq TFT5015 User’s Guide 3
Setting Up the Monitor
To set up the monitor, ensure that the power is turned off to the
monitor, computer system, and other attached devices, then
follow these steps:
1. Place the monitor in a convenient, well-ventilated location
near your computer.
2. Connect the VGA monitor signal cable (1) to the VGA
connector on the rear panel of the computer.
3. Connect one end of the AC power cord (2) to the monitor and
the other end to an electrical outlet that is easily accessible
and close to the monitor.
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WARNING: To reduce the risk of electric shock or
damage to your equipment:
■Do not disable the power cord grounding plug. The grounding
plug is an important safety feature.
■Plug the power cord into a grounded (earthed) electrical outlet
that is easily accessible at all times.
■Disconnect power from the monitor by unplugging the power
cord from the electrical outlet.
■Do not place anything on power cords or cables. Arrange them
so that one may not accidentally step on or trip over them. Do
not pull on a cord or cable. When unplugging from the electrical
outlet, grasp the cord by the plug.
Note: For security purposes, this monitor has been fitted with a
slot (item (1) in the illustration on the next page) for use with a
security cable lock that can be purchased separately at most
computer stores.
Note: After you turn on the monitor, install the Compaq LCD
Display Assistant utility included on the CD-ROM. Use the
on-screen instructions to adjust the picture quality of your
monitor.
Important: Always activate a screen saver program, the
programmable sleep timer, the Compaq Display LiteSaver utility,
or turn off the monitor when it is not in use for a prolonged period
of time. All LCD monitors that display the same static image on
the screen for a prolonged period of time may exhibit screen
image retention. Please note that image retention is not a
permanent condition and will fade over a period of time.
Compaq TFT5015 User’s Guide 5
Setting Up Speaker Models
If you purchased a monitor with internal speakers, complete the
procedure described in “Setting Up the Monitor”. Models with
speakers have two additional jacks on the rear of the monitor for
connecting a microphone (2) and external speaker (3) as shown in
the illustration below.
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Setting Up Touchscreen Models
If you purchased a monitor with the touchscreen feature, there is
an external module attached to the rear of the monitor. Connect
the USB cable from this module to a USB port on your computer.
After connecting the cables, complete the following to install
Touchware:
1. Make sure the touchscreen is properly connected. The setup
program cannot configure the touchscreen if it is not properly
connected.
2. Start Windows and make sure no other applications are open.
3. Insert the Compaq TFT5015 Flat Panel Monitor Software
and User’s Guide CD into the CD-ROM drive.
4. From the menu options, select “Install Touchware Software”.
5. Follow the instructions displayed on the screen to install the
Microtouch Touchware software. Make your selections
carefully when answering questions to complete the
installation.
Compaq TFT5015 User’s Guide 7
Note: Touchscreen models will exhibit a slight reduction in
brightness and contrast ratio:
Without Touchscreen With Touchscreen
Brightness 200 cd/m2 (typical) 150 cd/m2 (typical)
Contrast Ratio 300:1 (typical) 175:1 (typical)
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Removing the Monitor Base
Before you can mount the monitor on a swing arm or other
mounting fixture, you must remove the monitor from the base.
CAUTION: Before beginning to disassemble the monitor, be
sure the monitor is turned off and the power and signal cables
are both disconnected.
To remove the monitor from the base, complete the following
steps:
1. Disconnect and remove the signal and power cables from the
back of the monitor.
2. Remove the cover (1) from the base mounting bracket by
pulling it upward (2).
3. Lay the front bezel down on a soft area to prevent it from
getting scratched, defaced, or broken.
4. Remove the four screws (3) as shown in the illustration.
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