Apple Multiple Scan 1705 Display User's Guide
Summary
The Apple Multiple Scan 1705 is a specialized 17-inch CRT display designed for high-resolution computing environments. This comprehensive user guide provides step-by-step instructions covering everything from initial setup and optimal placement to advanced picture adjustments and software management. The manual guides users through connectivity for both Macintosh and IBM PC-compatible systems, helping you fine-tune resolution, contrast, and energy settings. It is essential reading for IT professionals and enthusiasts operating or maintaining classic Apple computing setups.
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Apple Multiple Scan 1705 Display User’s Guide 17-inch CRT (15.8-inch viewable image size)
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Apple Multiple Scan 1705 Display User’s Guide 17-inch CRT (15.8-inch viewable image size)
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K Apple Computer, Inc. 1996 Apple Computer, Inc. All rights reserved. Under the copyright laws, this manual may not be copied, in whole or in part, without the written consent of Apple. Your rights to...
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Contents Communications regulation information vi Setting Up 1 Important safety instructions 1 What about electromagnetic emissions? 3 Getting ready to set up 4 Your Apple Multiple Scan Display at a g...
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Using the Display Software 13 About the Control Strip 13 Working with the Control Strip 14 Changing screen resolution 15 Other things you can do with the Monitors control panel 16 Conserving energy 17...
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Appendix A Technical Information 37 Appendix B Setting Up for IBM PC-Compatible Users 41 Important safety instructions 41 Compatibility 43 Getting ready to set up 44 Choosing a good location for your ...
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Communications regulation information FCC statement This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device in accordance with the specifications in Part 15 of ...
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DOC statement DOC Class B Compliance This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise emissions from digital apparatus as set out in the interference-causing equipment standar...
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Setting Up The instructions in this chapter discuss important safety information, setting up and connecting the Apple Multiple Scan Display to your Macintosh computer, and installing the display softw...
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your display has been dropped or the case has been otherwise damaged you suspect that your display needs service or repair you want to clean the case (use only the recommended procedure described in “...
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What about electromagnetic emissions? There has been recent public discussion of the possible health effects of prolonged exposure to extremely low frequency (ELF) and very low frequency (VLF) electro...
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Getting ready to set up As you begin to set up your display system, be sure you have easy access to the following items for your Display. Apple Multiple Scan Display Display cable Software Power cord ...
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Your Apple Multiple Scan Display at a glance I Power button O Contrast control Control panel ¤ Brightness control Power cord receptacle Display cable (attached) ing Up 5Set
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Choosing a good location for your display Here are some key factors to consider when determining where to place your display: Be sure that the desk or table can support the display’s weight— approxima...
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For your greatest comfort, use the following illustration to help you in positioning your display. 45–70 cm (18–28 in.) Shoulders relaxed Top of the screen at or slightly below eye level (You may need...
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Using more than one display If your computer has expansion slots, you can use your Apple Multiple Scan Display with one or more additional displays connected to your computer. You may need a video car...
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Plug the other end of the power cord into a grounded outlet or power strip. If your computer has an available power socket, you can use a detachable power cord (listed by a relevant safety agency) to ...
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Connect the other end of the display cable to the display port (marked with ™) on the back of the computer. Display port icon Display cable If you installed a video card in your computer, connect the ...
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Installing the display software Note: Be sure you’re acting within the terms of the software license agreement before you install this software on a computer. The license agreement specifies how many ...
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Read the Welcome screen and click OK. The Installer screen appears. Make sure the disk named in the box is the one on which you want to install the software. If not, click Switch Disk until the correc...
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Using the Display Software This chapter explains how to use the new display software you have installed. Your software includes a new feature called the Control Strip, which you can use to change moni...
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You can change the following settings with the Control Strip modules: Monitor Resolution lets you change the resolution of the screen. Monitor Bit Depth lets you change the number of colors on your sc...
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Changing screen resolution You can change the resolution of your monitor to zoom in for detail work or to zoom out and see a whole page or more at a time. To change screen resolution with the Control ...
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Click the Options button to see what resolutions you can choose. Click a resolution to select it. The choices you see in this window depend on your computer, video capability, and the monitors that ar...
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Conserving energy Use the Energy Saver control panel to tell the monitor whether to conserve energy after a specified period of inactivity. You can use the control panel if you have an Apple monitor a...
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To “wake up” the monitor, move the mouse or press any key on the keyboard. Your computer beeps while the monitor is waking up. The process takes about 20 seconds, and you can begin work as soon as the...
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The Color Sync software works automatically in the background. When you install the monitor software, your computer is automatically set to use Color Sync with your monitor. If you use more than one c...
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Click Select to return to the main window of the Color Sync control panel. Close the Color Sync control panel by clicking the close box in the upper-left corner. Configuring the Control Strip With the...
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Setting a keyboard command to show and hide the Control Strip To set a keyboard command to show and hide the Control Strip, follow these steps: Choose Control Panels from the Apple (K) menu. Double-cl...
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Changing the font in Control Strip menus When you press a Control Strip control, you see a menu you can use to make changes. You can change the font and size of items in the menu. Follow these steps: ...
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Adjusting the Picture In most cases, you won’t need to make any adjustments to the picture. However, you can fine-tune the screen display to suit your preferences using the controls on the front of th...
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To close the panel, flip the panel up and gently push it till the door latches. Press this button to select a picture control to the left.Flip-down panel Recall buttons RECALL SELECT DOWN UP DEGAUSS I...
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Centering the picture Use these controls Follow these steps Press the Select button on the display until the indicator light for the vertical center icon goes on. Adjust the vertical center of the pic...
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Adjusting the shape of the picture Use these controls Follow these steps Press the Select button on the display until the indicator light for the picture curvature icon goes on. Adjust the picture cur...
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Resetting controls to the factory settings The picture controls for your display are set at the factory. You can fine-tune the picture and make adjustments if necessary. The display will use your adju...
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Tips and Troubleshooting This chapter includes information on the care and cleaning of your monitor, protecting your monitor from theft, and troubleshooting. Care and cleaning Do not block the monitor...
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To clean the screen of the monitor: Turn your computer and monitor off. Disconnect the monitor’s power plug from the back of the monitor. (Pull the plug, not the cord.) Use a mild, non-abrasive cleane...
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The monitor’s power indicator light doesn’t come on. Make sure that the power cord is plugged in properly. If the monitor power cord is plugged into a wall outlet, make sure the cord is firmly plugged...
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If the power indicator light is yellow, check that your display cable is properly connected to the computer. If the cable is properly connected and the yellow light is on, you may need to install a vi...
Manual Details
| Brand | Apple |
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| Pages | 59 |
| File Size | 566.71 KB |
| Published | May 14, 2026 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What should I do if I experience radio or television interference?
First, try turning off the computer system; if the interference stops, it was likely caused by the computer or a peripheral device.
How do I set up the display when using an IBM PC-compatible computer?
Connect the power cord and display cable. If using a video card, connect the display cable to its port.
Where can I find information on optimizing the image picture quality?
Chapter 3 covers accessing controls for adjustments like brightness, contrast, size, and shape, or resetting controls to factory settings.
Does this model require a video card for optimal performance?
The manual provides connection steps for linking the display cable to a dedicated video card’s port.