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Optiquest Q115
Getting Started
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Getting Started
Congratulations on your purchase of an Optiquest Q115 color monitor.
Important! Save the original box and all packing material for future
shipping needs.
NOTE: This product was designed for operating in the hemisphere where it was
purchased. Also, the word "Windows
®
" in this user guide refers to the following
Microsoft
®
operating systems: Windows '95, Windows '98, Windows NT
®
(5.0).
Package Contents
Your Optiquest Q115 package includes the following:
• Optiquest Q115 monitor with attached video cable (15 pin mini D-sub
connector)
• Power cord
• User’s guide
• INF and ICM installation files onCD-ROM or diskette
IMPORTANT: The supplied INF file assures compatibility with Windows operating
systems, and the ICM file (Image Color Matching) ensures accurate on-screen colors.
Optiquest
®
recommends that you install both files.
• For CD-ROM: Insert the CD-ROM into your system, wait for it to autoinstall, select
“Monitor Drivers,” and follow the on-screen instructions.
• For diskette: Insert the diskette into your system, run install.exe, and follow the on-
screen instructions.
• For best viewing conditions sit at
least 18" from the monitor.
• AVOID TOUCHING THE SCREEN
WITH YOUR FINGERS. Oils from
the skin are difficult to remove.
•
NEVER REMOVE THE REAR
COVER. The monitor contains high-
voltage parts. You may suffer serious
injury if you touch these parts.
• Avoid exposing the monitor to direct
sunlight or another heat source. The
monitor should be facing away from
direct sunlight to reduce glare.
• Always handle your monitor with
care when moving it.
Precautions
•
Choose a well ventilated area to
position your monitor. Do not place
anything on the monitor that prevents
adequate dissipation of heat.
•
Ensure the area around the monitor is
clean and free of moisture.
•
Keep the monitor away from magnets,
motors, transformers, speakers, and
televisions.
•
Do not place heavy objects on the
monitor, video cable, or power cord.
•
If smoke, abnormal noise, or strange
odor is present, immediately switch the
monitor off and call your dealer or
ViewSonic. It is dangerous to continue
using the monitor.