A Troubleshooting; The Computer Fails To Start Up; The Video Display Does Not Appear - Epson Equity I User Manual

You should not encounter any serious difficulties with the Equity, but
if anything out of the ordinary happens, this section should help. Usu-
ally, such a situation requires nothing more than repeating a software
procedure, correcting an operating system error (see the operating sys-
tem manuals), or resetting the computer.
Most of the minor difficulties you might encounter can be resolved
by one of the suggestions below. If none of these solve the problem,
consult an Epson dealer about servicing the computer.
WARNING: If the computer has to be turned OFF for any reason,
always wait at least 5 seconds before switching it back ON.
Turning it OFF and ON rapidly can damage the computer.

The Computer Fails to Start Up

If the computer does not start up when the power switch is moved to
the ON position, follow these steps until you find a solution:
1. Check to see if the power indicator on the main unit is lit. If it is not,
remove any disks and turn the power OFF Wait 5 seconds and turn
the power back ON.
If the lamp still does not come on, turn the power switch OFF. Then
2.
check to see that the power cable is securely connected to the electri-
cal outlet. Try turning the power switch ON again.
3. If this fails, check the electrical outlet. Plug a portable lamp into the
outlet you are using for the computer, and turn it on to see if there is
power.

The Video Display Does Not Appear

If the computer starts up but the display screen image does not
appear, follow these steps until you find a solution:
1. Increase the settings of the brightness and contrast controls on the
monitor.
Check DIP switches
2.
sure they are set correctly for your monitor.
Appendix A
Troubleshooting
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