® The IBM T710 Color Monitor works with a computer with a suitable on-board sub-system or Video Adapter card that can support SXGA 1280 x 1024, XGA 1024 x 768, SVGA 800 x 600, or VGA 640 x 480 at 60 Hz.
Workplace Preparation Height This section gives advice on what you should consider Position the monitor so that the top of the screen is slightly below your eye before you set up your monitor. level when you sit at your workstation. Orientation Choose a position that gives the least reflection from lights and windows, usually at a right angle to any windows.
Back Sit back in your chair and use the backrest. Hands Adjust the seat height so that your forearms are approximately horizontal and your wrists are straight when using the keyboard. Your upper arms should be relaxed with your elbows near your body. Use a light touch on the keyboard, keeping your hands and fingers relaxed.
Connecting your Monitor Turn off your computer and all attached devices. Be sure to read the 'Safety' Information located in the Connect the signal cable to the video port on the back of your computer. Monitor Safety and Warranty This port might be directly attached to your computer (figure A), or it Information Manual before carrying out this procedure.
Ensure that the CD drive letter is selected, and then select ‘Drivers’ folder. 10. Choose IBM T710 monitor and Click OK. The files will be copied from the CD to your hard disk drive. 11. Close all open windows and remove the CD.
14. Ensure that the CD drive letter is selected, and then select the ‘Drivers’ folder. 15. Choose IBM T710 monitor and Click OK. The files will be copied from the CD to your hard disk drive. 16. Close all open windows and remove the CD.
14. Ensure that the CD drive letter is selected, and then select the ‘Drivers’ folder. 15. Choose IBM T710 monitor and Click OK. The files will be copied from the CD to your hard disk drive. 16. Close all open windows and remove the CD.
Auto Setup Auto Setup When you first use your monitor you must perform Auto Setup. This The Setup Utility procedure sets up your monitor to process the video signals from your included on the installation computer without image discoloration or smearing. After you perform Auto CD is for displaying dot patterns.
Auto Setup for DOS To set up the monitor automatically in DOS, do the following: Turn on the monitor first; then turn on the computer. If the monitor is in standby mode (STANDBY ON), it If the message CHECK SIGNAL CABLE is displayed, or if nothing is may automatically turn off while you are waiting for it to warm up.
Auto Setup for Windows 95, Windows 98, Windows NT, Windows 2000, Windows Me or Windows XP To set up the monitor automatically in Windows 95, Windows 98, Windows NT, Windows 2000, Windows Me, or Windows XP, do the following: Turn on the monitor first; then the computer. If the monitor is in standby mode (STANDBY ON), it If the message CHECK SIGNAL CABLE is displayed, or if nothing is...
Manual Setup Normally, you can complete the setup procedure using ; however, ETUP if your screen image is still distorted after you perform or the ETUP Installation CD does not run on your system, perform ANUAL ETUP Have your monitor turned on for about 15 minutes, until the monitor If the monitor is in standby mode (STANDBY ON), it warms up.
Adjusting Your LCD Monitor User controls User control features • Direct access controls Icon Control Description Auto Auto Activates automatic image adjustment. Inactive Adjustment Directly accesses to Brightness on the Brightness OSD main menu. Press either ‘-’ or ‘+’ Inactive button.
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Operation The image is already • Press the OSD Enter button to display the main OSD menu. optimized for many display • Use the '-' or '+' button to move among the icons. Select an icon and press modes; however the user controls can be used to adjust the image to OSD Enter to access that function.
On-screen display (OSD) controls The settings adjustable with the user controls are viewed through the On- Screen Display (OSD). Press the OSD Enter button to activate the OSD. Initial appearance of OSD The LCD monitor needs time to become thermally stable the first time you turn it on MAIN MENU each day.
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Controls and OSD Icon Description Sub-menu(s) Adjustments • H-Position Moves the screen left/right and down/up. POSITION • V-Position • Geometry Resets the Geometry and Color NO - Does not make the Reset settings. adjustment YES - Resets the RESET settings •...
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Controls and OSD Icon Description Sub-menu(s) Adjustments Changes the position of the H-POSITION OSD on the screen. MENU POSITION V-POSITION Adjusts the length of time for Use the ‘-’ or ‘+’ buttons which the menu wil stay on the to select 5, 10, 20, 50 or screen before it disappears.
Further Information Display modes The display mode the monitor uses is controlled by the computer. Therefore, refer to your computer documentation for details on how to change display modes. The image size, position and shape might change when the display mode changes.
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Factory Set Display Modes For image problems, you may want to run AUTO Setup again before consulting this Addressability Refresh Rate Horizontal Frequency section. In most cases, AUTO SETUP can fix the problems. See 640 × 350 70 Hz 31.5 kHz Auto Setup for DOS on page 11 for details.
Power Management To benefit from power management, the monitor must be used in conjunction If your computer has previously been used with a computer that implements the Video Electronics Standards Association with a CRT monitor and is (VESA) Display Power Management Signalling (DPMS) Standard. currently configured to a display mode outside the The power management feature is invoked when the computer recognizes...
Troubleshooting If you have a problem setting up or using your monitor, you might be able to solve it yourself. Before calling your retailer or IBM, try the suggested actions that are appropriate to your problem. Possible Problem Suggested Action Reference Cause Remove the other...
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Possible Problem Suggested Action Reference Cause User Screen is blank Brightness controls and power and Contrast Adjust brightness and indicator is may be too section on contrast. steady green page 14 Press any key on the keyboard or move the Power The monitor is mouse to restore...
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Possible Problem Suggested Action Reference Cause A few dots are A small number of missing, discolored, or missing, lighted dots may be present on the screen, discolored, or which is an intrinsic characteristic of the TFT inappropriately LCD technology and is not an LCD defect. lighted.
Further Help If you are unable to correct the problem yourself, you may seek further help as follows: ® Call the IBM HelpCenter In the US call 1-800-772-2227 In Canada (Toronto Only) call 416-383-3344 In Canada (all others) call 1-800-565-3344 In other countries contact your dealer, retailer, or other IBM authorized If possible, stay by your computer.
Service Information The following parts are for use by IBM service, or IBM authorized dealers, to support the customer warranty. Parts are for service use only Model Type 6637 31P8677 6637-AB0 Monitor - Stealth Black 31P8678 6637-AW0 Monitor - Pearl White 31P8679 Tilt/Swivel Base - Stealth Black 31P8680...
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