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2 connecting the cable – MaxTech XT-5871 User Manual

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2.2 Connecting the Cable

• Plug the 15-pin male connector on the video cable into the output connector

on the rear of your computer system. The video output connector on your
computer may be either in a location similar to Figure 2-2

or on an expansion

board. Secure the cable to the computer using the thumbscrews on the 15-
pin connector.

• Attach the power cord to the monitor and plug it into an AC outlet.

• The monitor is now ready for use.

Expansion boards

COM1

COM2

LPT1

VIDEO

Figure 2-2 Monitor Connections

Figure 2-1 Connecting the Base