3M Privacy And Protection FAQ

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ContentsWhy should I use a privacy filter? 3Why should I use a 3M privacy filter (compared to other brands or switchable privacy)? 4Which is the correct filter for my device? 5What devices do you create products for? 5I need to order some replacement attachment parts, where can I do this? 6What is the difference between the ‘W1’ and ‘W9’ in your product codes? 7I have a touchscreen device, what type of filter should I use? 8Contact details 9

Why should I use a privacy filter?ŔŔ Advanced microlouvre technology blacks outunwanted side viewsŔŔ Maintain a clear, crisp, colour true image clarityŔŔ Available for most devices, brands and screen sizesŔŔ Help comply with the GDPR, as well as ISO27001ŔŔ Multiple attachment options for monitors and laptopsŔŔ Attaches easily and removes cleanlyŔŔ Touch optimised options available to maintain the device’sinteractive touchscreen featuresNext question Why should I use a privacy filter?Protect your on-screen data from visual hacking with 3M privacyscreen filters for monitors, laptops, tablets and smartphones.3M’s innovative privacy filter technology prevents visual hackersfrom stealing sideways glances at your screen, while providinga crisp, clear view for intended users.

When it comes to protecting your data, don’t compromise,use the best in class “black out” privacy filters from 3M.ŔŔ Zone of privacy, protection from just 30-degree either sidefor best in class security against visual hackersŔŔ Effective “black out” privacy from side angle views for totalprivacy rather than a blur / white out effectŔŔ The added benefit of a matte surface on some 3M filtershelp reduce glare while enhancing visual privacyŔŔ Front surface screen protection, helps protect screenfrom everyday dust, dings and scratchesŔŔ Extensive range of filter types to suit your needs includingblack, gold, high clarity, framed, touch and anti-glareNext question Why should I use a 3M privacy filter (compared to other brands or switchable privacy)?Why should I use a 3M privacyfilter (compared to other brandsor switchable privacy)?

The quickest and most accurate way to find the correct filterfor your device is by using our Privacy Product Selector Tool.www.3M.co.uk/privacyselectorSimply enter the make and model of your device and the toolwith tell you which filters are compatible. The tool also hasa link to our measuring guide if you would prefer to find a filterfrom measurements.What devices do you create products for?Our privacy and protection range covers laptops and desktopmonitors in sizes from 10.1"- 43", plus various mobiles and tablets.The range also includes bespoke filters for numerous Apple,Microsoft, Dell, Google and HP devices.Next question Which is the correct filter for my device? What devices do you create products for?Which is the correct filter for my device?

Replacement attachment parts can be ordered free of chargefrom this page:www.3M.co.uk/privacyattachmentpartsSmall attachment strips– optically clear, fits tabletsand most laptop displays witha diagonal of 14.0" or smallerLarge attachment strips– optically clear, fits desktopmonitors and most laptop displayswith a diagonal of 14.1" or larger(3 strips per sheet)(3 strips per sheet)Next question Attachment corner tabs– black, fits tablets, orderonly if you are currently using(8 tabs per sheet)Slide mount tabs(2 long & 6 short)I need to order some replacement attachment parts, where can I do this?I need to order some replacementattachment parts, where can I do this?

New 3M product codes explained:Product typeScreen diagonalScreen typeAspect ratioFilter fit140W9EAF Anti-glare filmDiagonal in inchesC Conventional1 16:10B Fit to bezel(Less decimal point)W Widescreen2 21:9E Fit to edge of glass3 4:3F Framed filter4 5:4P Portrait orientationAG Anti-glare filterGF Gold privacy filterGH Gold PF for hi-res screensHC High clarity privacy filter9 16:9MP Mobile privacyPF Black privacy filterTP Touch privacy newUC Ultra clear filmWhat is the difference between the ‘W1’ and ‘W9’ in your product codes?The ‘W1’ and ‘W9’ in our product codes signify the filteris designed for a widescreen device.Here’s an example of how our productcodes work:W1 16:10 aspect ratioGF140W9BGold privacyfilter14.0" Widescreen 16:9 Fit to bezelW9 16:9 aspect ratioPF140W9BPrivacy filter14.0" Widescreen 16:9 Fit to bezelPF140W9EPrivacy filter14.0" Widescreen 16:9TF140W9BTouchprivacy filter14.0" Widescreen 16:9 Fit to bezelFor more information on product codes take a lookat the chart above.Next question Fit to edgeof glassWhat is the difference between the ‘W1’ and ‘W9’ in your product codes?PF

Our touch privacy filters come in a rangeof fits and sizes. does your device have a bezel(raised frame around the edge of the screen)or a flat-front display?Bezel:BezelIf your touch device has a bezel edge, look forany product code starting with TF and endingwith B, these are touch compatible filters that fitwithin the bezel (the filter will cover the displayarea only and sit within the raised bezel).Flat-front:Flat-frontIf your device has a flat-front or edge-to-edgedisplay, look for any product code ending in ‘E’,these are all touch compatible filters for deviceswith flat front displays (the filter will go to theedge of the device, covering more than the actualdisplay area).I have a touchscreen device, what type of filter should I use?I have a touchscreen device,what type of filter should I use?

Thank youfor reading.If you have a question we haven’t answered,get in touch using the details below.www.3M.co.uk/PrivacyFilters/ContactDisplay Material and Systems Division3M United Kingdom PLC3M Centre, Cain RoadBracknell RG12 8HTwww.3M.co.uk/privacyfilters 3M 2018. 3M is a trademark of the3M company. All rights reserved.J431610

Why should I use a 3M privacy filter (compared to other brands or switchable privacy)? When it comes to protecting your data, don't compromise, use the best in class "black out" privacy filters from 3M. Ŕ Zone of privacy, protection from just 30-degree either side for best in class security against visual hackers