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TABLE OF CONTENTS Special notes on LCD monitors 1 Information for your safety and comfort 2 Unpacking 5 Attaching/Removing the base 6 Screen position adjustment 6 Connecting the power cord 7 Safety precaution 7 Cleaning your monitor 7 Power saving 8 DDC 8 Connector Pin Assignment 9 Standard Timing Table 11 Installation 12 User controls 13 Troubleshooting 19
TABLE OF CONTENTS Special notes on LCD monitors 1 Information for your safety and comfort 2 Unpacking 5 Attaching/Removing the base 6 Screen position adjustment 6 Connecting the power cord 7 Safety precaution 7 Cleaning your monitor 7 Power saving 8 DDC 8 Connector Pin Assignment 9 Standard Timing Table 11 Installation 12 User controls 13 Troubleshooting 19
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... light, the screen may flicker during initial use . · The LCD screen has effective pixels of 99.99% or more. In this case, the screen is displayed for hours. Turn off the Power Switch for hours. NOTES · Due to make sure the flicker disappears. · You may remain after switching the image, when the same image is recovered slowly by changing the image or turning off the Power Switch and then turn...
... light, the screen may flicker during initial use . · The LCD screen has effective pixels of 99.99% or more. In this case, the screen is displayed for hours. Turn off the Power Switch for hours. NOTES · Due to make sure the flicker disappears. · You may remain after switching the image, when the same image is recovered slowly by changing the image or turning off the Power Switch and then turn...
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...; Never use this product near or over a radiator or heat register, or in a built-in a fire or electric shock. Information for accessibility Be sure that could be blocked or covered. When you . Keep this product through cabinet slots as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short-out parts that the power outlet you plug the power cord into...
...; Never use this product near or over a radiator or heat register, or in a built-in a fire or electric shock. Information for accessibility Be sure that could be blocked or covered. When you . Keep this product through cabinet slots as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short-out parts that the power outlet you plug the power cord into...
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... power cord or plug is produced with high-precision manufacturing techniques. Incorrect computer usage may result in damage and will often require extensive work habits, stress, inadequate working in front of a computer. Finding your comfort zone Find your sitting height to achieve maximum comfort. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Tips and information for comfortable use Computer users may...
... power cord or plug is produced with high-precision manufacturing techniques. Incorrect computer usage may result in damage and will often require extensive work habits, stress, inadequate working in front of a computer. Finding your comfort zone Find your sitting height to achieve maximum comfort. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Tips and information for comfortable use Computer users may...
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... the window or any light source • minimizing room light by looking at the center of your desk to minimize neck strain Taking care of the display. • Adjust the display brightness and/or contrast to reduce eyestrain. Eyes • Rest your eyes frequently. • Give your eyes regular breaks by using drapes, shades or blinds • using a task light • changing the display's viewing...
... the window or any light source • minimizing room light by looking at the center of your desk to minimize neck strain Taking care of the display. • Adjust the display brightness and/or contrast to reduce eyestrain. Eyes • Rest your eyes frequently. • Give your eyes regular breaks by using drapes, shades or blinds • using a task light • changing the display's viewing...
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UNPACKING Please check the following items are present when you unpack the box, and save the packing materials in case you will need to ship or transport the monitor in future. · LCD Monitor · AC Power Cord · D-Sub Cable · DVI Cable (Only Dual-Input Model) · Audio Cable (Only Audio-Input Model) · (Optional) User Manual · Quick Start Guide EN-5
UNPACKING Please check the following items are present when you unpack the box, and save the packing materials in case you will need to ship or transport the monitor in future. · LCD Monitor · AC Power Cord · D-Sub Cable · DVI Cable (Only Dual-Input Model) · Audio Cable (Only Audio-Input Model) · (Optional) User Manual · Quick Start Guide EN-5
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SCREEN POSITION ADJUSTMENT In oder to optimize the best viewing position, you can be adjusted to hold the edges of the monitor as bottom of the monitor by arrow below . use a cloth to remove it. Carefully place the monitor face-down as indicated by using both of your hands to 15 degrees up or 5 degrees down on the bottom of the base. Attaching / Removing the Base Note: Remove the...
SCREEN POSITION ADJUSTMENT In oder to optimize the best viewing position, you can be adjusted to hold the edges of the monitor as bottom of the monitor by arrow below . use a cloth to remove it. Carefully place the monitor face-down as indicated by using both of your hands to 15 degrees up or 5 degrees down on the bottom of the base. Attaching / Removing the Base Note: Remove the...
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... ventilation. · Avoid placing the monitor against a bright background or where sun- The cord set should have the appropriate safety approvals for your area. · This monitor has a universal power supply that the power cord you use is the correct type required for the country in which the equipment will be installed. CONNECTING THE POWER CORD · Check first to make sure that allows operation in...
... ventilation. · Avoid placing the monitor against a bright background or where sun- The cord set should have the appropriate safety approvals for your area. · This monitor has a universal power supply that the power cord you use is the correct type required for the country in which the equipment will be installed. CONNECTING THE POWER CORD · Check first to make sure that allows operation in...
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... monitor supports DDC2B standard. The recovery time from the display controller, as indicated by the amber-color power LED. The DDC (Display Data Channel) is able to ON state is activated. DDC To make your system also supports DDC protocol. Power saving The monitor will be driven into Power Saving" mode by the control signal from Active OFF state back to Plug and Play with your system if your installation...
... monitor supports DDC2B standard. The recovery time from the display controller, as indicated by the amber-color power LED. The DDC (Display Data Channel) is able to ON state is activated. DDC To make your system also supports DDC protocol. Power saving The monitor will be driven into Power Saving" mode by the control signal from Active OFF state back to Plug and Play with your system if your installation...
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DESCRIPTION +5V Logic Ground Monitor Ground DDC-Serial Data H-Sync V-Sync DDC-Serial Clock EN-9 DESCRIPTION Red Green Blue Monitor Ground Self Test R-Ground G-Ground B-Ground PIN NO. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. CONNECTOR PIN ASSIGNMENT 5 1 10 6 15 11 15-Pin Color Display Signal Cable PIN NO. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8.
DESCRIPTION +5V Logic Ground Monitor Ground DDC-Serial Data H-Sync V-Sync DDC-Serial Clock EN-9 DESCRIPTION Red Green Blue Monitor Ground Self Test R-Ground G-Ground B-Ground PIN NO. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. CONNECTOR PIN ASSIGNMENT 5 1 10 6 15 11 15-Pin Color Display Signal Cable PIN NO. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8.
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.... 3. TMDS Data0+ 16. 8. 24-Pin Color Display Signal Cable* PIN Meaning PIN 1. on device) SCL SDA DDC/CEC Ground +5V Power Hot Plug Detect NC 16. 5. NC 17. 6. NC 20. 9. TMDS Data2+ 10. 2. TMDS Data0 Shield 17. 9. TMDS Data1- 21. 10. TMDS Data2- 12. 4. TMDS Data0- 18. 19. * only for certain models EN-10 Meaning TMDS Clock...
.... 3. TMDS Data0+ 16. 8. 24-Pin Color Display Signal Cable* PIN Meaning PIN 1. on device) SCL SDA DDC/CEC Ground +5V Power Hot Plug Detect NC 16. 5. NC 17. 6. NC 20. 9. TMDS Data2+ 10. 2. TMDS Data0 Shield 17. 9. TMDS Data1- 21. 10. TMDS Data2- 12. 4. TMDS Data0- 18. 19. * only for certain models EN-10 Meaning TMDS Clock...
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Connect the VGA video cable to the computer's port. 1-3 HDMI Cable (Only HDMI-Input Model) a. Connect one end of the 24-pin DVI cable to the back of the monitor and connect the other end to the computer. 1-2 Digital Cable (Only Dual-Input Model) a. Connect the HDMI cable to a properly grounded AC outlet. 4. Make sure both the monitor and computer are powered-OFF. Connect the Audio Cable(Only Audio-Input Model)(Optional) 3. Connect power cord Connect the power cord to the monitor, then to the computer. 2. This sequence is...
Connect the VGA video cable to the computer's port. 1-3 HDMI Cable (Only HDMI-Input Model) a. Connect one end of the 24-pin DVI cable to the back of the monitor and connect the other end to the computer. 1-2 Digital Cable (Only Dual-Input Model) a. Connect the HDMI cable to a properly grounded AC outlet. 4. Make sure both the monitor and computer are powered-OFF. Connect the Audio Cable(Only Audio-Input Model)(Optional) 3. Connect power cord Connect the power cord to the monitor, then to the computer. 2. This sequence is...
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... open the Acer eColor Management OSD and access the scenario modes. Volume Up / Down Press to adjust volume (Only Audio-Input Model)(Optional) INPUT Input Key Use Input key to select from different video sources that may take 1 or 2 seconds for the image to indicate currently selected input source. It may be connected to your monitor. (a) VGA input (b) DVI input (c) HDMI input As you cycle through the sources you quickly select the most commonly accessed settings. Lights up to activate the OSD menu. MENU OSD...
... open the Acer eColor Management OSD and access the scenario modes. Volume Up / Down Press to adjust volume (Only Audio-Input Model)(Optional) INPUT Input Key Use Input key to select from different video sources that may take 1 or 2 seconds for the image to indicate currently selected input source. It may be connected to your monitor. (a) VGA input (b) DVI input (c) HDMI input As you cycle through the sources you quickly select the most commonly accessed settings. Lights up to activate the OSD menu. MENU OSD...
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... instructions Step 1: Press " " Key to open the Acer eColor Management OSD and access the scenario modes Step 2: Press " " or " " to select the mode Step 3: Press " Adjust/Exit " Key to read onscreen text N/A Standard D efau lt Settin g . Features and Benefits Main Menu icon Sub Menu icon Sub Menu item Description N/A User mode User defined. Settings can be fine-tuned to suit any situation Optimal balance of brightness...
... instructions Step 1: Press " " Key to open the Acer eColor Management OSD and access the scenario modes Step 2: Press " " or " " to select the mode Step 3: Press " Adjust/Exit " Key to read onscreen text N/A Standard D efau lt Settin g . Features and Benefits Main Menu icon Sub Menu icon Sub Menu item Description N/A User mode User defined. Settings can be fine-tuned to suit any situation Optimal balance of brightness...
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... settings of your LCD Monitor. You can be used for general reference only. The OSD can be used to adjust the sliding scales. 4 The Picture menu can use the OSD to adjust. Then navigate to the picture element you wish to adjust the picture quality, OSD Timeout and general settings. Use the to Enter to the item page. 3 Use the / keys to adjust the current Brightness, Contrast, Colour Temp, Auto Config and other image...
... settings of your LCD Monitor. You can be used for general reference only. The OSD can be used to adjust the sliding scales. 4 The Picture menu can use the OSD to adjust. Then navigate to the picture element you wish to adjust the picture quality, OSD Timeout and general settings. Use the to Enter to the item page. 3 Use the / keys to adjust the current Brightness, Contrast, Colour Temp, Auto Config and other image...
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Use the to Enter to the item page. 3 The Setting menu can be used to adjust. Then navigate to the feature you wish to adjust the screen Menu Language and other important settings. Adjusting the setting 1 Press the MENU key to bring up the OSD. 2 Using the / keys, select Setting from the OSD. EN-17
Use the to Enter to the item page. 3 The Setting menu can be used to adjust. Then navigate to the feature you wish to adjust the screen Menu Language and other important settings. Adjusting the setting 1 Press the MENU key to bring up the OSD. 2 Using the / keys, select Setting from the OSD. EN-17
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...; Using OSD, adjust brightness and contrast to maximum or reset to the monitor. shift, or too POSITION with the host PC is connected. · Check if the volume setup of graphics adapter and monitor is properly connected to their default settings. TROUBLESHOOTING Before sending your LCD monitor for a few seconds after adjusting the size of computer system is ON. LED displays amber color · Check if video signal cable is properly connected at the back of monitor. · Check if the power of...
...; Using OSD, adjust brightness and contrast to maximum or reset to the monitor. shift, or too POSITION with the host PC is connected. · Check if the volume setup of graphics adapter and monitor is properly connected to their default settings. TROUBLESHOOTING Before sending your LCD monitor for a few seconds after adjusting the size of computer system is ON. LED displays amber color · Check if video signal cable is properly connected at the back of monitor. · Check if the power of...
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...; Check the audio cable with the host PC is connected. · Check if the volume setup of computer system is ON. LED OFF · Check the power switch. EN-20 LED displays amber color · Check if video signal cable is properly connected at the back of monitor. · Check if the power of the host PC is properly connected to their default settings. (DVI Mode) Problems Current Status Remedy LED ON · Using OSD, adjust brightness and contrast to maximum or reset to the monitor.
...; Check the audio cable with the host PC is connected. · Check if the volume setup of computer system is ON. LED OFF · Check the power switch. EN-20 LED displays amber color · Check if video signal cable is properly connected at the back of monitor. · Check if the power of the host PC is properly connected to their default settings. (DVI Mode) Problems Current Status Remedy LED ON · Using OSD, adjust brightness and contrast to maximum or reset to the monitor.
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... EC directives, and that all the necessary steps have been taken and are in force to assure that : Product: Trade Name: Model Number: SKU Number: LCD Monitor Acer G245HQ G245HQ xxxxxx ("x" = 0~9, a ~ z, A ~ Z or Blank) Is compliant w ith the essential requirements and other relevant provisions ...Oct. 13, 2009 Date E N55022, A S/NZS CISPR22 Class B. -. EN60950-1 RoHS Directive 2002/95/EC on the Restriction of the Use of certain Hazardous Substances in homogenous material a re: Lead 0.1% Polybrominated Biphenyls (PBB's) 0.1% Mercury 0.1% Polybrominated Diphenyl Ethers (PBDE's) 0.1% ...
... EC directives, and that all the necessary steps have been taken and are in force to assure that : Product: Trade Name: Model Number: SKU Number: LCD Monitor Acer G245HQ G245HQ xxxxxx ("x" = 0~9, a ~ z, A ~ Z or Blank) Is compliant w ith the essential requirements and other relevant provisions ...Oct. 13, 2009 Date E N55022, A S/NZS CISPR22 Class B. -. EN60950-1 RoHS Directive 2002/95/EC on the Restriction of the Use of certain Hazardous Substances in homogenous material a re: Lead 0.1% Polybrominated Biphenyls (PBB's) 0.1% Mercury 0.1% Polybrominated Diphenyl Ethers (PBDE's) 0.1% ...
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... not cause harmful interference, a nd (2) this declaration: Product: Trade Name: Model Number: SKU Number: LCD Monitor Acer G245HQ G245HQ xxxxxx ("x" = 0~9, a ~ z, A ~ Z or Blank) Name of Responsible Party: Acer America Corporation Address of the FCC Rules. San Jose, CA 95110 U. Federal Communications Commission Declaration of Conformity This device complies with Part 15 of Responsible Party: 333 West San Carlos St. The following...
... not cause harmful interference, a nd (2) this declaration: Product: Trade Name: Model Number: SKU Number: LCD Monitor Acer G245HQ G245HQ xxxxxx ("x" = 0~9, a ~ z, A ~ Z or Blank) Name of Responsible Party: Acer America Corporation Address of the FCC Rules. San Jose, CA 95110 U. Federal Communications Commission Declaration of Conformity This device complies with Part 15 of Responsible Party: 333 West San Carlos St. The following...
