Important precaution related to monitor.

          

Because your monitor interacts with you like no other part of your
computer, it is important to observe some basic rules:

·                     Do not open the monitor! There are no user serviceable components inside. There are Dangerous High Voltages inside, even when the power is OFF. Contact your dealer if the monitor is not operating properly. Keep children from drooping or pushing object into the monitor’s cabinet openings. Some internal parts carry hazardous voltages.

·                     During a lightning storm or when the monitor is to be left unattended for an extended period of time, unplug it from the wall outlet.

·                     Don not allow anything to rest upon or roll over the power cord, and do not place the monitor where the power cord is subject to damage.

·                     Don not use this monitor near water such as near a bathtub, washbowl, kitchen sink, laundry tub, in a wet basement, or near a swimming pool.

·                     Never back the bottom ventilation slots by placing the monitor on a bed, sofa, etc.

·                     Never place the monitor in a built-in enclosure unless proper ventilation is provided.

·                     Never cover the openings of the monitor with cloth or other material.

·                     Never place the monitor near or over a radiator or heat source.

·                     Always use a slightly damp (not wet) cloth when you clean your monitor. Do not use an aerosol directly on the picture tube because ‘over spray’ may cause electrical shock.

·                     Always unplug the monitor before cleaning the face of the picture tube.

·                     Last but not least and probably most importantly: place your monitor ergonomically.

Some more Tips

·                     If you have an energy star rated monitor, make sure it is plugged directly into the power socket (and leave the power socked switched on, unless you go on holiday). Energy star rated monitors don’t like being switched off any more but switch them off when the computer sends the signal. So do your monitor a favor and leave it plugged in, it can take care of itself.

·                     Take the time to calibrate your monitor properly. Uncalibrated monitors can distort colures and shades. If you want to produce professional quality work you need to have accurate screen representation.

·                     If you leave your computer running unattended for long periods, use a screen saver. Screen savers not only protect your work from envy eyes but also most importantly protect the screen from burning out.

·                     Download a monitor checker to test and calibrate your monitor frequently. Monitor checkers are usually free of charge. Most up market graphics cards even provide their own test utilities.