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HP Compaq Presario,Presario 1515 Supplementary Manual

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© 2001 Compaq Computer Corporation.
All rights reserved. Printed in the United States,
Brazil, Canada, Japan, Singapore, Taiwan,
and the United Kingdom. Compaq is registered
in the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office.
191432-002
Presario
Mobile Internet PC Saftey
and Comfort Guide
www.compaq.com

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  • Page 1 www.compaq.com © 2001 Compaq Computer Corporation. All rights reserved. Printed in the United States, Brazil, Canada, Japan, Singapore, Taiwan, and the United Kingdom. Compaq is registered in the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office. 191432-002 Presario Mobile Internet PC Saftey and Comfort Guide www.compaq.com...
  • Page 2 Presario Notebook Safety and Comfort Guide Second Edition (January 2001) Part Number  Compaq Computer Corporation...
  • Page 3 Notice © 2001 Compaq Computer Corporation COMPAQ and the Compaq logo Registered in U.S. Patent and Trademark Office. All other product names mentioned herein may be trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies. Compaq shall not be liable for technical or editorial errors or omissions contained herein. The informa- tion in this document is subject to change without notice.
  • Page 4 Chapter 1 Safety and Comfort ......1-1 Promoting a Safe and Comfortable Work Environment ......1-2 Important Choices .
  • Page 5 Arranging Your Work Area ..... . 1-10 Monitor ........1-10 Keyboard and Pointing Device .
  • Page 6 Electrical and Mechanical Safety Information..1-27 Introduction ......1-27 Product Safety Policy and General Practice .
  • Page 7 U.S. Modem Regulatory Statements ....2-4 Applicable certification jack USOC = RJ11C ..2-4 Canadian Modem Regulatory Statements ... 2-6 U.K.
  • Page 8 Safety ........2-12 Batteries .
  • Page 10  Some studies have suggested that long periods of typing, improper workstation setup, incorrect work habits, stressful work conditions and relationships, or problems in your personal health may be linked to injuries. These injuries could include carpal tunnel syndrome, tendinitis, tenosynovitis, and other musculoskeletal disorders. The warning signs of these disorders can occur in the hands, wrists, arms, shoulders, neck, or back, and can include: Numbness, burning, or tingling...

  • Page 11: Work Environment

    Posture, lighting, furniture, work organization, and other work conditions and habits may affect the way you feel and how well you work. By adjusting your work environment and personal practices, you may be able to minimize fatigue and discomfort, and reduce the risk of resulting strains that some scientists believe can lead to injury.
  • Page 12 To promote safety and comfort, follow these principles whenever you use your computer. Adjust your body position and your work equipment. There is no one “right” position. Find your comfort zone, as described in this Section, and when working at your computer, frequently adjust within this zone.
  • Page 13 Remember to exercise regularly and maintain general fitness. Doing this will help your body withstand the rigors of sedentary work. Respect any medical conditions you may have or other health factors you may know of. Adjust your work habits accordingly. Rather than working in a single posture, find your comfort zone.
  • Page 14 Your choice of posture within your comfort zone may vary with your task. For example, you may find a reclined posture most comfortable for computer tasks, and a more upright posture more comfortable for tasks requiring frequent reference to papers or books. The order in which you make various adjustments to your body position and work area may vary depending on the adjustability of your furniture.
  • Page 15 Make sure your feet can rest solidly and comfortably on the floor while sitting. Use an adjustable work surface and chair that allow your feet to rest firmly on the floor, or use a footrest. If you use a footrest, be sure it is wide enough to accommodate different leg positions within your comfort zone.
  • Page 16 Use your chair to fully support your body. Distribute your weight evenly and use the entire seat and backrest to support your body. If your chair has adjustable low back support, match the contours of the chair’s backrest to the natural curve of your lower spine.
  • Page 17 Keep your forearms, wrists, and hands aligned in a straight, neutral position, whether you are working at a desk or table, or sitting on a couch or bed. Avoid bending or angling your wrists while typing or using a pointing device. When typing, do not anchor or rest your wrists on your work surface, your thighs, or a palm rest (sometimes called a wrist rest).
  • Page 18 Adjust your chair height or keyboard height so that your shoulders are relaxed and your elbows hang comfortably at your sides. Adjust your keyboard slope so that your wrists are straight. Position your elbows in a zone that is near the height of your keyboard’s home row (the row that includes the letters G and H).
  • Page 19 Keep your display screen and your eyeglasses or contact lenses clean. If you use a glare-reduction filter, clean it according to the manufacturer’s directions. To be sure that your vision is adequately corrected, have your eyes examined regularly by a vision care specialist. Consider having glasses made that are specifically suited for working with a computer monitor.
  • Page 20 Your monitor position should allow your head to be balanced comfortably over your shoulders. It should not cause your neck to bend forward uncomfortably or backward to any degree. You may find it more comfortable to position the monitor so that the top line of text is just below your eye height.
  • Page 21 If you wear bifocals or trifocals, it’s especially important to properly adjust your monitor height. Avoid tilting your head back to view the screen through the lower portion of your glasses; this could lead to muscle fatigue in your neck and back. Instead, try lowering your monitor.
  • Page 22 Place a visor on your monitor. This device may be as simple as a piece of cardboard extending out over the monitor’s top front edge. Avoid tilting or swiveling your display in a way that leads to an uncomfortable head or upper back posture.
  • Page 23 Position your pointing device immediately to the right or left of your keyboard. Don’t position your keyboard and pointing device at different levels and distances. You may find that supports for your forearms or hands allow you to be more relaxed and comfortable.
  • Page 24 Select a work surface or surfaces that are large enough to hold the computer equipment and any additional items required for your work. To help minimize eye fatigue, position any materials to which you frequently refer at about the same viewing distance. Arrange your frequently used papers, books, or other items to minimize the distance you reach for them.
  • Page 25 Cradling your phone between your ear and shoulder may lead to neck, shoulder, and back discomfort. If you use your phone a lot, try using a headset or positioning your phone so you pick it up with your non-dominant hand. This frees your dominant hand for note-taking.

  • Page 26: Key Principles

    Maintaining a high level of comfort when using a notebook computer may be more challenging than when using a desktop computer. Therefore, you should be especially alert to your body’s signals, such as any feeling of discomfort. Also, be sure to adhere to the key principles presented earlier in this section.
  • Page 27 Observe your typing style and notice how you use your fingers and hands. Avoid keeping any unnecessary tension in your thumbs and fingers. Observe whether you have a heavy touch or a light touch while typing. Use the minimum amount of force needed to depress the keys.
  • Page 28 Use your whole arm and shoulder to move the mouse, not just your wrist. Don’t rest or anchor your wrist while using your pointing device; keep your wrist, arm, and shoulder free to move. You can use the software control panel to adjust the properties of your pointing device.

  • Page 29: Forearms, Wrists, And Hands

    Even if you use your keyboard in a seemingly comfortable place such as a sofa, bed, or your favorite lounge chair, you can still cause discomfort by sitting in an awkward position or in one position for long periods. Remember to frequently make changes to your position, within your comfort zone, and to take short breaks.
  • Page 30 As noted earlier in this section, your furniture placement, office equipment, and lighting are only a few of the factors that determine comfort. Your work habits are also very important. Remember the following: When you work at your computer for long periods, take short breaks at least once per hour and preferably more often.
  • Page 31 The comfort and safety of working at your computer can be affected by your general state of health. Studies have shown that a variety of health conditions may increase the risk of discomfort, muscle and joint disorders, or injuries. These preexisting conditions include: Hereditary factors Arthritis and other connective tissue disorders Diabetes and other endocrine disorders...
  • Page 32 The order in which you follow the advice in this chapters depends on the adjustability of your work surface. If your work surface height adjusts, then systematically adjust yourself and your computer “from the ground up.” If you have a fixed desk or table, systematically adjust yourself and your computer “from the top down.”...

  • Page 33: Eyes

    To increase your comfort and reduce potential safety risks, use this checklist to help you evaluate your work posture and habits. Have you found a range of seated postures that are most comfortable for you? Are you changing postures within your “comfort zone” throughout the day, especially in the afternoon? Are your feet firmly planted? Are the undersides of your thighs near your knees free of pressure?

  • Page 34: Seated Position

    Are you training yourself to lighten up when you find you are pounding on the keys? If you are not a touch typist, have you been taking typing lessons? Are you training your fingers to relax when they become tense? Do you use your whole arm to reach for keys not located near the home row? Is your keyboard positioned directly in front of you? Are your keyboard height and slope adjusted so that your wrists are straight and...
  • Page 35 Do you change postures frequently? Do you avoid resting your wrists on your thighs while typing? To avoid neck fatigue when using the computer on a sofa or bed, do you avoid reclining too far? Where possible, have you tried using a full-size keyboard and detached pointing device, such as a mouse or trackball, with your notebook computer? Similarly, have you tried using a full-size monitor? Do you take breaks and walk around briefly, at least once per hour?

  • Page 36: Safety Standards

    Compaq products are designed to operate safely when installed and used according to general safety practices. The guidelines included in this section explain the potential risks associated with computer operation and provide important safety practices designed to minimize these risks. By carefully following the information contained in this section, you can protect yourself from hazards and create a safer computer work environment.

  • Page 37: For More Information

    Compaq products operate safely when used according to their marked electrical ratings and product usage instructions. Use facilities that comply with the following electrical codes to ensure the safe operation of Compaq products: In the United States, operate the product in commercial or residential structures that have electrical installation in compliance with American National Standards Institute/National Fire Protection Association (ANSI/NFPA) 70, United States National Electric Code, or ANSI/NFPA 75, Protection of Electronic Computer/Data...
  • Page 38 There are noticeable signs of overheating. The product does not operate normally when you follow the operating instructions. Except as explained elsewhere in the Compaq documentation, do not service any Compaq product yourself. Opening or removing covers that are marked may expose you to electric shock.
  • Page 39 The product should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the product’s electrical ratings label. If you have questions about the type of power source to use, contact your Compaq authorized service provider or local power company. For a product that operates from battery power or other power sources, refer to the operating instructions included with the product.
  • Page 40 In some countries, the product cord set may be equipped with a wall plug having overload protection. This is a safety feature. If the plug needs to be replaced, be sure the Compaq authorized service provider uses a replacement plug specified by the manufacturer as having the same overload protection as the original plug.
  • Page 41 Allow the equipment’s internal components and hot-pluggable drives to cool before touching them. Never push a foreign object through an opening in the product. In addition to the general precautions described earlier in this section, be sure to observe the following precautions when operating a portable computer product. Failure to observe these precautions could result in fire, bodily injury, and damage to the equipment.
  • Page 42 Installation of accessories and options in safety interlocked areas should performed only by individuals who are qualified in servicing computer equipment and trained to deal with products capable of producing hazardous energy levels. Products provided with casters should be moved with care. Quick stops, excessive force, and uneven surfaces may cause the product to overturn.
  • Page 43 Extend only one component at a time. The rack may become unstable if more than one component is extended. Use caution when pressing the component rail release latches and sliding a component into the rack. The slide rails could pinch your fingers. Do not overload the AC supply branch circuit that provides power to the rack.
  • Page 44 This reminder is provided to call the CATV (cable television) system installer’s attention to Section 820-40 of the NEC (National Electrical Code), which provides guidelines for proper grounding and, in particular, specifies that the cable ground shall be connected to the grounding system of the building, as close to the point of cable entry as practical.
  • Page 45 When using this device, basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and injury to persons, including the following: Do not use this product near water, for example, near a bath tub, wash bowl, kitchen sink or laundry tub, in a wet basement or near a swimming pool.
  • Page 46 The Center for Devices and Radiological Health (CDRH) of the U.S. Food and Drug Administration implemented regulations for laser products on August 2, 1976. These regulations apply to laser products manufactured from August 1, 1976. Compliance is mandatory for products marketed in the United States. All Compaq systems equipped with a laser device comply with appropriate safety standards including IEC 825 and IEC 950.
  • Page 47 If you want more information about arrangement of work space and equipment or safety standards, consult the following references: “American National Standard for Human Factors Engineering of Visual Display Terminal Workstations,” ANSI/HFS Standard No. 100-1988. Human Factors Society, Inc., P.O. Box 1369, Santa Monica, CA 90406. Working Safely with Your Computer.
  • Page 48 International Standards Organization (ISO) Central Secretariat International Organization for Standardization 1, rue de Varembé Case postale 56 CH-1211 Genève 20, Switzerland TEL: +41 22 749 01 11 FAX: +41 22 733 34 30 http://www.iso.ch http://www.iso.ch/infoe/stbodies.html EMAIL: central@iso.ch National Safety Council Library 1121 Spring Lake Dr.
  • Page 50 Products with the CE marking comply with the EMC Directive (89/336/EEC) and the Low Voltage Directive (73/23/EEC) issued by the Commission of the European Community and if this product has telecommunication functionality, the R&TTE Directive (1999/5/EC). Compliance with these directives implies conformity to the following European Norms (the equivalent international standards and regulations are in parentheses): EN 55022 (CISPR 22) - Electromagnetic Interference EN 60950 (IEC 60950) - Product Safety...

  • Page 51: Modifications

    This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
  • Page 52 This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. For questions regarding your product, call 800.652.6672 (800.OK.COMPAQ) or contact: Compaq Computer Corporation...
  • Page 53 The telecommunications device in your computer is approved for connection to the telephone network in the countries whose approval markings are indicated on the product label located on the bottom of the computer or on the modem. Refer to the documentation included with the product to ensure the product is configured for the country in which it is located.
  • Page 54 The telephone company may make changes to its facilities, equipment, operations or procedures that could affect the operation of the equipment. If this happens, the telephone company will provide advance notice in order for you to make necessary modifications to maintain uninterrupted telephone service. If trouble is experienced with this Compaq equipment, call Compaq at 1-800-OK-COMPAQ or 1-800-652-6672.
  • Page 55 Notice: The Industry Canada label identifies certified equipment. This certification means that the equipment meets telecommunication network protective, operational, and safety requirements as prescribed in the appropriate Terminal Equipment Technical Requirements document(s). The Department does not guarantee the equipment will operate to the user's satisfaction. Before installing this equipment, users should ensure that it is permissible to be connected to the facilities of the local telecommunications company.
  • Page 56 (SupraExpress 56i Pro Global Modem - Desktop Products Only) The modem is intended for only use in the Compaq Internet PC. For the purposes of BABT approval, the modem is classified as a host-independent product. The modem is suitable for connection to the Public Switched Telephone Network (PSTN) direct exchange lines and relevant branch systems (PBXs).
  • Page 57 This apparatus has been approved for the following facilities: Connection to direct exchange lines providing DTMF signaling Connection to compatible PBXs providing DTMF signaling Operation in the absence of proceed indication, selectable by user Call progress monitoring functions Data modem functions Auto-dialing functions Auto-answering functions Any other usage will invalidate the approval of the apparatus, if as a result, it then...

  • Page 58: Wahlsperre

    Several options are available for auto-answering operation. The default setting is for two incoming rings. This is the recommended setting for normal operation by most computer users. When entering telephone numbers, ensure that the number that appears on the screen is correct before beginning to dial.

  • Page 59: Aansluitfactor

    Compaq-modemet SupraExpress 56i Pro global modem understøtter ikke impulssignalering. Både opkaldskode P (impulssignalering) og T (tonesignalering) tvinger modemet til at anvende tonesignalering. Het modem is geschikt voor aansluiting op het openbare geschakelde telefoonnetwerk en op (analoge) telefooncentrales binnen bedrijven en instellingen.
  • Page 60 The grant of a Telepermit for any item of terminal equipment indicates only that Telecom has accepted that the item complies with minimum conditions for connection to its network. It indicates no endorsement of the product by Telecom, nor does it provide any sort of warranty. Above all, it provides no assurance that any item will work correctly in all respects with another item of Telepermitted equipment of a different make or model, nor does it imply that any product is compatible with all of Telecom's network services.

  • Page 61: Safety

    All persons using this device for recording telephone conversations shall comply with New Zealand law. This requires that at least one part to the conversation is that it is being recorded. In addition, the Principles enumerated in the Privacy Act 1993 shall be complied with in respect to the nature of the personal information collected, the purpose for its collection, how it is to be used and what is disclosed to any other party.
  • Page 62 The power cord must be rated for the product and for the voltage and current marked on the product’s electrical ratings label. The voltage and current rating of the cord should be greater than the voltage and current rating marked on the product. In addition, the diameter of the wire must be a minimum of 0.75 mm /18 AWG, and the length of the cord must be between 5 feet (1.5 m) and 6.5 feet (2 m).
  • Page 63 The CD drive is classified as a Class 1 laser product. This label is located on the outside of the CD drive: ...

  • Page 64: Markings Labels

      These products are not intended for continuous use in an office environment. The Compaq Agency Series 2940, CM2000, CM2010, and CM2030 family of notebook computers bearing the “GS” approval mark meet the requirements of ZH1/ 618 (German Safety Regulations for Display Work Places in the Office Sector) when used in conjunction with port replicators, keyboards, and monitors that also bear the “GS”...
  • Page 67 Agency labels are on the back of the computer. For examples of typical agency labels, refer to the Safety section. The Energy Star logo is your assurance that your computer is in compliance with the EPA Energy Star Computers Program 2.0 guidelines for energy efficiency. Your computer may not meet these guidelines if it is not marked with the Energy Star logo.

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