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Acer Multi-function Monitor Contents M200A M230A User Guide Important safety instructions 3 Disposal instructions 5 Mercury advisory 5 Your monitor overview 6 Front panel view 6 Rear panel view 7 Remote control 8 Basic connections 9 Connecting the power cord 9 Setting up the remote control 9 Enjoying analog and digital TV...13 Connecting a PC or notebook computer 13 Selecting the input source 14 OSD navigation 15 Navigating the OSD with the remote control 15 Adjusting the OSD settings 16 Advanced features 19 Advanced Picture Adjustment 19 AVL (Auto Volume Level 20 Locking...
Acer Multi-function Monitor Contents M200A M230A User Guide Important safety instructions 3 Disposal instructions 5 Mercury advisory 5 Your monitor overview 6 Front panel view 6 Rear panel view 7 Remote control 8 Basic connections 9 Connecting the power cord 9 Setting up the remote control 9 Enjoying analog and digital TV...13 Connecting a PC or notebook computer 13 Selecting the input source 14 OSD navigation 15 Navigating the OSD with the remote control 15 Adjusting the OSD settings 16 Advanced features 19 Advanced Picture Adjustment 19 AVL (Auto Volume Level 20 Locking...
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...an extension cord is provided. 13 This product should be blocked or covered. If the remote control will not to be properly disposed of power indicated on the marking label. Do not drop the remote control on the product. 17 Do not attempt to protect it away from the type of...the wall outlet before cleaning. When a cart is damaged or frayed. Also, make sure that the total rating of all applicable laws. Use the remote control carefully. No naked flame sources, such as opening or removing covers may touch dangerous voltage points or short-out parts, which could result in...
...an extension cord is provided. 13 This product should be blocked or covered. If the remote control will not to be properly disposed of power indicated on the marking label. Do not drop the remote control on the product. 17 Do not attempt to protect it away from the type of...the wall outlet before cleaning. When a cart is damaged or frayed. Also, make sure that the total rating of all applicable laws. Use the remote control carefully. No naked flame sources, such as opening or removing covers may touch dangerous voltage points or short-out parts, which could result in...
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.... 6 MTS Press to select the audio type, displayed in the top of right hand corner. 7 MENU Press to open a list of input sources. Remote control safety precautions 1. Do not take the batteries apart, heat them, or throw them into a fire. 2. Do not mix different types of batteries (...such as alkaline and manganese batteries). 3. Do not mix old and new batteries. 4. Remove the batteries when not using the remote control for a long period of Satellite or cable • Refer to your monitor on/off. 2 DISPLAY Press to display or change input/ channel information...
.... 6 MTS Press to select the audio type, displayed in the top of right hand corner. 7 MENU Press to open a list of input sources. Remote control safety precautions 1. Do not take the batteries apart, heat them, or throw them into a fire. 2. Do not mix different types of batteries (...such as alkaline and manganese batteries). 3. Do not mix old and new batteries. 4. Remove the batteries when not using the remote control for a long period of Satellite or cable • Refer to your monitor on/off. 2 DISPLAY Press to display or change input/ channel information...
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... 1 Open the cover on the back of the remote unit. 2 Insert two AA batteries (supplied) to the wall outlet as shown. You may also use an ordinary polyvinyl cord that meets IEC 60227 requirements ...
... 1 Open the cover on the back of the remote unit. 2 Insert two AA batteries (supplied) to the wall outlet as shown. You may also use an ordinary polyvinyl cord that meets IEC 60227 requirements ...
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Enjoying analog and digital TV Connecting an antenna/cable Connect the antenna cable to begin the setup process. 10 Using the directional keys to the appropriate antenna terminal on the back of the screen. or Press the power button on the remote control. 2 Setup Wizard The first time you to complete the language selection and channel scanning. Tuner English Getting started using your monitor 1 2 4 3 1 1 Power Turn on the monitor, the Setup Wizard will guide you switch on the power switch at the side of the monitor as shown below.
Enjoying analog and digital TV Connecting an antenna/cable Connect the antenna cable to begin the setup process. 10 Using the directional keys to the appropriate antenna terminal on the back of the screen. or Press the power button on the remote control. 2 Setup Wizard The first time you to complete the language selection and channel scanning. Tuner English Getting started using your monitor 1 2 4 3 1 1 Power Turn on the monitor, the Setup Wizard will guide you switch on the power switch at the side of the monitor as shown below.
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... from the OSD. 3 Changing channels Enter the desired channel with "OK" to Air or Cable. Please see "Front panel view" on the remote control. Step 3. Set the TV source to change the channel immediately. Step 4. Ensure that your coaxial cables are ready to local broadcast ... (Daylight Saving Time) and Time Format using the (VOL) up / down button on the remote control will change the channel. 4 Adjusting the volume Adjust the volume level using the remote control. If you leave the setup process before proceeding. You can also adjust these settings using ...
... from the OSD. 3 Changing channels Enter the desired channel with "OK" to Air or Cable. Please see "Front panel view" on the remote control. Step 3. Set the TV source to change the channel immediately. Step 4. Ensure that your coaxial cables are ready to local broadcast ... (Daylight Saving Time) and Time Format using the (VOL) up / down button on the remote control will change the channel. 4 Adjusting the volume Adjust the volume level using the remote control. If you leave the setup process before proceeding. You can also adjust these settings using ...
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INPUT 14 English Selecting the input source Once you have connected your antenna or external equipment to the monitor, you need to select the correct input source. Press the INPUT button on the remote control to select the correct input source.
INPUT 14 English Selecting the input source Once you have connected your antenna or external equipment to the monitor, you need to select the correct input source. Press the INPUT button on the remote control to select the correct input source.
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... desired menu by using the up / down directional keys to exit. 15 These are six main OSD menus. MENU 1 Press the MENU button on the remote control or the MENU button on page 6 for example, in the example screenshot below. Press EXIT to switch between the six menus. The up and... the advanced settings and adjustments are available through the menu options, while 3 left / right will assist you in this section. Navigating the OSD with the remote control MENU OK You can also interact with the menu.
... desired menu by using the up / down directional keys to exit. 15 These are six main OSD menus. MENU 1 Press the MENU button on the remote control or the MENU button on page 6 for example, in the example screenshot below. Press EXIT to switch between the six menus. The up and... the advanced settings and adjustments are available through the menu options, while 3 left / right will assist you in this section. Navigating the OSD with the remote control MENU OK You can also interact with the menu.
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...at the touch of favorite channels. English Favorite channel mode in TV mode Favorite channel allows you to store your favorite channels FAV 1 On the remote control, if you press the FAV key, the monitor will display the list of a button. Storing favorite channels MENU 1 Press the Menu ...key from the remote control hand set Favorite channel as the default, follow the steps described on this page. Using the directional keys, 2 navigate to your chosen channel...
...at the touch of favorite channels. English Favorite channel mode in TV mode Favorite channel allows you to store your favorite channels FAV 1 On the remote control, if you press the FAV key, the monitor will display the list of a button. Storing favorite channels MENU 1 Press the Menu ...key from the remote control hand set Favorite channel as the default, follow the steps described on this page. Using the directional keys, 2 navigate to your chosen channel...
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Advanced features Advanced Picture Adjustment MENU OK English Advanced Picture Adjustment MENU 1 Press the Menu key from the remote control hand set, to invoke the OSD. 2 OK Using the directional keys to exit. 19 Use the Left or Right direction keys to 'ACM' and '...
Advanced features Advanced Picture Adjustment MENU OK English Advanced Picture Adjustment MENU 1 Press the Menu key from the remote control hand set, to invoke the OSD. 2 OK Using the directional keys to exit. 19 Use the Left or Right direction keys to 'ACM' and '...
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Press EXIT to adjust settings. 3 EXIT 4 This function prevents sudden changes in the audio output level. Then, navigate to AVL to exit. 20 If this function is selected as On, volume levels will be consistent when switching between input sources and changing channels. English AVL (Auto Volume Level) MENU OK AVL (Auto Volume Level) MENU 1 Press the Menu key from the remote control hand set, to invoke the OSD. 2 OK Using the directional keys, navigate to and select Audio from the OSD.
Press EXIT to adjust settings. 3 EXIT 4 This function prevents sudden changes in the audio output level. Then, navigate to AVL to exit. 20 If this function is selected as On, volume levels will be consistent when switching between input sources and changing channels. English AVL (Auto Volume Level) MENU OK AVL (Auto Volume Level) MENU 1 Press the Menu key from the remote control hand set, to invoke the OSD. 2 OK Using the directional keys, navigate to and select Audio from the OSD.
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Auto scan for channels MENU 1 Press the MENU key on the remote control to bring up the OSD. 2 Use the directional keys to exit. 21 If you need to re-scan for new channels, please follow the steps below: MENU OK English Scanning for channels The first time you completed the setup wizard, all channels and press the Right arrow key to begin. 4 EXIT 5 Press EXIT to navigate and select Channel. 3 OK Highlight Auto Scan. Then, select Scan all available channels were listed.
Auto scan for channels MENU 1 Press the MENU key on the remote control to bring up the OSD. 2 Use the directional keys to exit. 21 If you need to re-scan for new channels, please follow the steps below: MENU OK English Scanning for channels The first time you completed the setup wizard, all channels and press the Right arrow key to begin. 4 EXIT 5 Press EXIT to navigate and select Channel. 3 OK Highlight Auto Scan. Then, select Scan all available channels were listed.
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... feature that can select Change Password, System Lock, Unrated Lock or Input Block for this feature: Setting a password MENU 1 Press the MENU key on the remote control to and select Lock from the OSD. The default password for further settings. Locking TV content Locking TV content is "0000" First enter "0000...
... feature that can select Change Password, System Lock, Unrated Lock or Input Block for this feature: Setting a password MENU 1 Press the MENU key on the remote control to and select Lock from the OSD. The default password for further settings. Locking TV content Locking TV content is "0000" First enter "0000...
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... Password. Then, select US or Canada and using the directional keys, enter the sub-menu and set or change your settings (see note on the remote control to bring up the OSD. 3 Using the directional keys, navigate to exit. 24 Navigate to manage and make sure that the channel is unlocked...
... Password. Then, select US or Canada and using the directional keys, enter the sub-menu and set or change your settings (see note on the remote control to bring up the OSD. 3 Using the directional keys, navigate to exit. 24 Navigate to manage and make sure that the channel is unlocked...
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Press OK to watch. VOL CH OK CC DOT To open the channel list feature: 1 OK Press the OK key on the remote control. This will bring up the channel list menu. 2 The current channel will be highlighted. 3 MENU 4 OK Use the directional keys to navigate the list and select the channel you are searching for. English RECALL FAV Channel list Channel list allows you to quickly find the TV channel you wish to confirm. 25
Press OK to watch. VOL CH OK CC DOT To open the channel list feature: 1 OK Press the OK key on the remote control. This will bring up the channel list menu. 2 The current channel will be highlighted. 3 MENU 4 OK Use the directional keys to navigate the list and select the channel you are searching for. English RECALL FAV Channel list Channel list allows you to quickly find the TV channel you wish to confirm. 25
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Widescreen display mode Your Acer monitor has a special widescreen mode that allows you to toggle between the four wide modes. Full In this mode, the aspect ratio is maintained and ... display between Normal, Full, Zoom, and Cinema type views. Cinema In this mode, the screen will display 16:9 standard pictures. A side bar appears on the remote control to 14:9. WIDE English Normal For 4:3 standard pictures. Press the WIDE key on each side.
Widescreen display mode Your Acer monitor has a special widescreen mode that allows you to toggle between the four wide modes. Full In this mode, the aspect ratio is maintained and ... display between Normal, Full, Zoom, and Cinema type views. Cinema In this mode, the screen will display 16:9 standard pictures. A side bar appears on the remote control to 14:9. WIDE English Normal For 4:3 standard pictures. Press the WIDE key on each side.
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... same time. Using a highly directional antenna may improve the picture quality. • The horizontal dotted lines shown on the monitor before the remote control works. Switch off or remove these. • Try a different cable. Picture is being connected at the rear of the monitor is... connections are provided for your monitor. DVD player) is working properly and supplying the proper voltage. English Troubleshooting Before you call the Acer service center, please check the following items: Here is a list of possible situations that may arise during the use of your desired...
... same time. Using a highly directional antenna may improve the picture quality. • The horizontal dotted lines shown on the monitor before the remote control works. Switch off or remove these. • Try a different cable. Picture is being connected at the rear of the monitor is... connections are provided for your monitor. DVD player) is working properly and supplying the proper voltage. English Troubleshooting Before you call the Acer service center, please check the following items: Here is a list of possible situations that may arise during the use of your desired...