Philips 17A580BQ Manual

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17Additional Hook Up OptionsBNC and USB Set UpsBNCBNCConnectionsConnectionsBNC is another way to connect the monitor to the computer. Thisconnection requires an optional BNC cable. It can be connected toeither a Macintosh- or IBM-compatible computer. For those who workwith graphics or designs, this option may be better.Note: Be sure to flip the D-SUB/BNC switch to BNC when using thisconnection.USBUSBConnectionsConnectionsUSB (Universal Serial Bus) is an innovation in connecting your IBM-compatible computer to your monitor. By using the USB, you will be able to connectyour keyboard, mouse, printer, and other peripherals to your monitor instead of having to connect them to your computer. This will give you greaterflexibility in setting up your system. Plus, you will have true plug-and-play capability. While the software is still being developed, Philips has includedthe hardware so you will be ready to take advantage of this next generation in computer development.H/H+VH/H+V VVUSBUSBRR GG BBRR LLISD-SUBISD-SUBUSBUSB USBUSBBNC D-SUBBNC D-SUBAUDIO INAUDIO INH/H+V VUSBR G BR LISD-SUBUSB USBBNC D-SUBAUDIO INUSBUSBUSBD-Sub/BNCSwitchFor an IBM-compatible computer:1. Turn off the computer.2. Connect the (optional) BNC monitor cable and set D-SUB/BNCswitch to BNC.3. Connect the power cable.4. Turn on the monitor. Then turn on the computer.5. If you have Windows ’95, follow the “If you have Windows ’95”steps on the Setting Up foldout sheet.For a Macintosh-type computer:1. Connect the Mac adapter to one end of the monitor cable.2. Turn off the computer.3. Connect the (optional) BNC monitor cable and set D-SUB/BNCswitch to BNC.4. Connect the power cable.5. Turn on the monitor. Then turn on the computer.Refer to the “Setting Up your Philips monitor” foldout for a more detailed guide to setting up your monitor.For an IBM-compatible Computer:1. Turn off the computer.2. Connect the (optional) USB Hub and cable to thecomputer and to the monitor. (Computer must haveUSB port.)3. Connect the power cable.4. Turn on the monitor. Then turn on the computer.5. With the installation of the correct software, you willbe able to connect specially-made peripherals to themonitor.Note: USB Hub and cables sold separately. USB Bayexists in back of monitor.Refer to the “Setting Up your Philips monitor” foldout for a more detailed guide to setting up your monitor.