Compaq Announces New V55 Monitor Product: Compaq V55 Monitor Publication Date: December 1997 INTRODUCTION Compaq Computer Corporation is pleased to announce the new Compaq V55 Monitor, an enhancement to the Compaq V50 Monitor product line. This monitor is a 15-inch (13.7-inch viewable image size), microprocessor-based, intelligent scanning, color monitor that automatically locks in on the most common display modes. It incorporates a digital chassis, a 60 KHz horizontal scan range, and numerous user controls. It is an affordable monitor for every Compaq desktop, server, and portable computer and expansion chassis. Additionally, it is supported by a Compaq One-Year Limited Warranty. KEY FEATURES The key features of the Compaq V55 Monitor are: o 15-inch CRT with a 13.7-inch (34.7-cm) diagonal viewable image size o Dot pitch of 0.28 mm o Support for resolutions up to 1024 x 768 at 75-Hz refresh rate o User friendly digital controls o MPR II Low Emissions-compliant models for reduced electrostatic and electromagnetic emissions o TCO 95-compliant models available in Europe o AssetControl capability, when used with a Compaq desktop with Intelligent Manageability, for tracking monitor make, serial number, resolution, and controller information o EPA Energy Star compliant o Macintosh compatible (adapter required) o Plug and Play readiness to save time in setup and configuration with Windows 95 o Front panel display controls for easy regulation of Horizontal/Vertical Size and Position, Trapezoid, Parallelogram, Pincushion, Pin-balance, Vertical Linearity, User Delete, Power Saver o Tilt/Rotation, Factory Reset, Degauss, Contrast, Brightness, and Power switch o Automatic Line Switching power supply SPECIFICATIONS Specifications for the V55 Monitor are listed in Table 1. Table 1. Monitor Specifications =========================================================================== Monitor Type Color, Multiple Scan =========================================================================== Picture Tube (Diagonal) 15-inch flat square, Invar Shadow Mask --------------------------------------------------------------------------- Viewable Image Area (Diagonal) 13.7 inches (34.7 cm) --------------------------------------------------------------------------- Weight (unpacked) 27.9 lb (12.7 kg) --------------------------------------------------------------------------- Size Dimensions (H x D x W) 14.6 x 15.6 x 15.7 inches (37 x 39.5 x 39.8 cm) --------------------------------------------------------------------------- Dot Pitch 0.28 mm --------------------------------------------------------------------------- Display Resolutions: (All Noninterlaced) 1024 x 768 60 and 75 Hz 832 x 624 (Macintosh Mode) 74.5 Hz 800 x 600 60, 75, and 85 Hz 720 x 400 (test mode) 70 Hz 640 x 480 60, 75, and 85 Hz --------------------------------------------------------------------------- Chromaticity Gamma: 1.83 Red x = 0.625 y = 0.340 Green x = 0.302 y = 0.600 Blue x = 0.142 y = 0.065 White Point x = 0.281 y = 0.311 --------------------------------------------------------------------------- Horizontal Frequency 30 to 60 kHz (Continuous) (Banded/Continuous) --------------------------------------------------------------------------- Bandwidth 50 Hz to 27 MHz --------------------------------------------------------------------------- Sync Input TTL separate sync --------------------------------------------------------------------------- Signal Cable Connectors 15-pin Mini D-Sub --------------------------------------------------------------------------- Power Management Yes --------------------------------------------------------------------------- Energy Star Compliant Yes --------------------------------------------------------------------------- TCO-95 On select models --------------------------------------------------------------------------- MPR II (Low Emissions) Compliant Yes --------------------------------------------------------------------------- Anti-glare/Anti-static Coating Yes --------------------------------------------------------------------------- Front Panel Contrast, Brightness, Sizing, and Positioning Controls Yes --------------------------------------------------------------------------- Asset Control Yes --------------------------------------------------------------------------- Plug and Play DDC1/2B Yes --------------------------------------------------------------------------- Limited Warranty One-year parts, labor, on-site repair =========================================================================== DISPLAY MODES The standard display modes preset by the factory for the Compaq V55 Monitor are listed in Table 2. Table 2. Display Modes For The V55 Monitor =========================================================================== Scan Frequency and Polarity Horizontal Sync Vertical Sync Mode Pixel Format Rate (kHz) Rate (Hz) =========================================================================== 1 1024 x 768 60.0 + 75.0 + 2 1024 x 768 48.4 +/- 60.0 +/- 3 832 x 624 49.7 + 74.5 +/- 4 800 x 600 53.7 + 85.0 + 5 800 x 600 46.9 + 75.0 + 6 800 x 600 37.8 + 60.0 + 7 720 x 400 31.5 - 70.0 + 8 640 x 480 43.3 - 85.0 - 9 640 x 480 37.5 - 75.0 - 10 640 x 480 31.5 - 60.0 - =========================================================================== WARRANTY The V55 Monitor is supported by the Compaq One-Year Limited Warranty on all parts. The warranty covers parts and labor, including on-site repair. On-site service is provided on a best-effort basis, with a 48-hour average turnaround time. Warranty upgrades and extensions are available. In the United States, the V55 Monitor is also eligible for the 48-Hour Monitor Swap Program, which specifies that a replacement monitor will arrive at the customer's site within 48 hours of the problem being registered with Compaq Technical Support. This level of coverage is provided at no additional cost to the end-user. It is considered part of the product's standard Warranty and any Warranty Extensions/Upgrades purchased for the unit. Refer to PaqFax document #1219 for more information on the 48-Hour Monitor Swap Program and the participating/eligible units.