StarTech com 142MG-PRIVACY-SCREEN 14 Inch MacBook Pro Privacy Screen Instruction Manual

Quick-Start Guide
Installation Instructions for StarTech.com Privacy Filters

Requirements

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Install the Privacy Filter

Notes: For installations where less frequent removal is desired or if the display is bezel-less, it is recommended to use the Adhesive Strips.
For installations that require frequent removal of the Privacy Filter or if the display features raised bezels, it is recommended to use the Mounting Tabs.
Remove all Protective Films from the Privacy Filter prior to installation.
If the Privacy Screen is reversible, choose the side that best fits the application.
Not all installation methods are available for all Privacy Filters.

Method 1: Adhesive Strips

1. Clean the Screen using the Wiping Cloth.

2.  Select the side of the Privacy Filter intended to Face Outward. Place the Privacy
   Filter on a clean and flat surface with the selected side Facing Down.

3.  Remove all Adhesive Strips from the Transparent Lining. (Figure 1)

4.  Carefully align the Adhesive Strips along the Top, Bottom, Left, and Right edges of the Privacy Filter. Apply Firm Pressure to affix them to the Privacy Filter. (Figure 2)
   

5. Carefully remove the Protective Backing from the Adhesive Strips. (Figure 3)

6. Attach the Privacy Filter to the Screen, starting from the Bottom and working towards the Top. The Adhesive Side should face toward the Screen. (Figure 4)
   

7.  Apply Gentle Pressure on the Locations where the Adhesive Strips were installed.

8. Clean any fingerprints on the Privacy Filter using the Wiping Cloth.

Method 2: Mounting Tabs

1. Clean the Screen and Bezels using the Wiping Cloth.

2. Separate the Mounting Tabs. (Figure 5)

3. Remove the Protective Backing from the Mounting Tabs. (Figure 6)
   

4. Install One Short and One Long Mounting Tab on the Left Bezel.

5. Repeat Step 4 for the Right Bezel.

6. Install One Short Mounting Tab on the Bottom Bezel. (Figure 7)
   Note: Depending on the display size, additional Mounting Tabs may need to be installed on the side or bottom bezels.

7.  Slide the Privacy Filter between the Mounting Tabs and the Screen. (Figure 8)

8. Clean any fingerprints on the Privacy Filter using the Wiping Cloth.

Method 3: Flip-Up and Flip-Over

1. Clean the Screen and Bezels using the Wiping Cloth.

2.  Carefully remove the Protective Backing from the Short-Side of the Adhesive Flip-Up Tabs or Flip-Over Tabs. (Figure 9)

3. Carefully align and evenly space the Adhesive Flip-Up Tabs or Flip-Over Tabs around the corners of the Top Edge of the Privacy Filter. Apply Firm Pressure to affix them to the Screen Side of the Privacy Filter. (Figure 10)
   

4. Carefully remove the Protective Backing from the Long-Side of the Adhesive Flip-Up or Flip-Over Tabs. (Figure 11)

5. a Flip-Up Installation: Center the Privacy Filter against the Screen, ensuring the active area of the Screen is covered and the Adhesive Flip-Up Tabs are aligned and straight along the Top Bezel. Apply Firm Pressure to affix them to the Top Bezel. (Figure 12)
   5.b Flip-Over Installation: Center the Privacy Filter against the Display, ensuring the entire Display is covered. Fold the Adhesive Flip-Over Tabs over the Top Edge ensuring they are straight. Apply Firm Pressure to affix them to the Lid. (Figure 13)
   Note: Ensure the Adhesive Flip-Over Tabs are perfectly aligned with each other so the Privacy Filter is not skewed and can seamlessly rotate when flipped.
   

6. (Optional) Carefully remove the Protective Backing from the Adhesive Lifting-Tab. Carefully align the Adhesive Lifting-Tab along the Bottom Left or Right Edge of the Privacy Filter. Apply Gentle Pressure to affix it to the Privacy Filter. (Figure 14)
   

7. (Optional) Use the Lifting Tab to Lift-Up or Flip the Privacy Filter over the Lid, depending on the installed Adhesive Tabs. (Figure 15)

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