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Disclaimer: US Digital assumes no responsibility for problems resulting from using the instructions listed below. If you experience any difficulties, contact your computer vendor/manufacturer for assistance.


On a Windows 95/98/NT/2000/ME/XP Machine:

  • Start Menu > Settings > Control Panel. (for XP skip Settings)
  • Control Panel window will open.
  • Open Display icon. Display Properties window will open.
  • Select Settings tab.
  • Ensure Desktop Area is set to at least 1024 x 768 pixels.
    Note: If available, press Test button. If screen appears blank, it will return to normal in 5 to 15 seconds. You will need to contact your computer vendor/manufacturer for assistance in changing the resolution setting.
  • Push OK button.
    Note: You may be prompted to re-boot your computer. Push OK button to restart your computer.


    On a Mac Machine:

  • Apple Menu > Control Panels. You will either have option (1) Monitors & Sound or (2) Monitors.

    (1) If option is Monitors & Sound:

  • Open Monitor icon.
  • From list of available resolutions, select at least 1024 x 768. Your screen resolution will change instantly.
  • Close Monitors and Sound window.

    (2) If option is Monitors:

  • Ensure that Show pull-down menu option is set to Recommended.
  • From list of available resolutions, select resolution you wish to use. Your screen resolution will change instantly.
  • Close the Monitors window.

    For all other Windows versions, try searching here.
    For all other Mac versions, try searching here.


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