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Commodore Color Video Monitor Users Manual Model #1702 commodore...
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CAUTION If you have technical problems with your Commodore 1702 color monitor, especially if your set produces only sound with no pic- ture, or if the viewing area shrinks to half size, unplug the set and call your dealer or service technician.
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INTRODUCING YOUR MONITOR Your new Commodore 1702 color monitor gives you a superior color picture that enhances your computing experience. This monitor is simple to hook up to your computer and is easy to adjust. Please read this brief manual carefully before you try to use your monitor.
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FRONT CONTROL PANEL Switch __ ,JI"\\Jucr Video Input CONNECTING THE MONITOR TO A COMPUTER The monitor connection cable connects your monitor to a Com- modore personal computer. Before you connect the cable, turn off the power to both your personal computer and the monitor. There are two different cables that you can use to connect the monitor to your computer.
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• the chroma output jack (RED) plugs into the CHROMA ter- minal (RED) 3. Switch the SIGNAL SELECTOR to the REAR position. Monitor's Rear Panel Commodore Personal Computer 1. Monitor's Audio Input (WhHe) 2. Luminance Input (Yellow) 3. Chroma Input (Red) 4.
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3. Switch the SIGNAL SELECTOR to the FRONT position. The SIGNAL SELECTOR is a switch on the REAR PANEL. After you follow these simple steps, your 1702 is ready for use as a video monitor for your personal computer. Commodore Personal Computer...
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2. Turn on your personal computer. You can tell that both the monitor and the computer are working correctly when the monitor displays a message like this one, which appears when you're using a Commodore 64: '" 7'////////////////////7.'7 ~""_M_W"" 64K RAM SVSTEM 36911 BASIC BYTES READY.
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USING THE MANUAL PICTURE CONTROLS Tint Color Bright Contrast Horizontal Position Vertical Hold Volume "~ ~I.l~f.../ 1°1 You can adjust your monitor's picture with the seven manual con- trol buttons located behind the panel beneath the monitor screen. The panel opens from the top; just flip open the cover by releasing it at the top.
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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Electrical energy can perform many useful functions. This unit has been engineered and manufactured to assure your personal safety. But improper use can result in potential electrical shock or fire hazards. In order not to defeat the safeguards incorporated in this monitor, observe the following basic rules for its installation, use and servicing.
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• Use only a cart or stand recommended by the manufac- turer; • Do not try to roll a cart with small casters across thresholds or deep pile carpets. • Wall and shelf mounted installations should use factory approved mounting instructions. 8.
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SERVICE 15. Unplug the set from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions: A. When the power cord or plug is damaged or frayed. B. If liquid has been spilled into the set. C.
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