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...the video cable to the computer. 1-2 (only Dual-Input Model) Connect one end of the 24-pin DVI cable to the back of the monitor and connect the other end to the computer's port. 1-3 Connect one end of the 19-pin HDMI cable to the back of the... troubleshooting section to a Computer HDMI (optional) 1. 1-1 Connect Video Cable HDMI (optional) a. English Safety Instructions Observe the following safety guidelines when connection and using the monitor on a bed, sofa, rug, or other soft surface. · Doing so may create the danger of electric shock. · To avoid electric shock, never ...
...the video cable to the computer. 1-2 (only Dual-Input Model) Connect one end of the 24-pin DVI cable to the back of the monitor and connect the other end to the computer's port. 1-3 Connect one end of the 19-pin HDMI cable to the back of the... troubleshooting section to a Computer HDMI (optional) 1. 1-1 Connect Video Cable HDMI (optional) a. English Safety Instructions Observe the following safety guidelines when connection and using the monitor on a bed, sofa, rug, or other soft surface. · Doing so may create the danger of electric shock. · To avoid electric shock, never ...
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LCD Monitor Quick Setup Guide This device generates, uses, and can be determined by 92/31/EEC and 93/68/EEC, Low Voltage Directive 2006/95/EC, .... However, there is in interference to radio and TV reception. Notice: Shielded cables All connections to other relevant provisions of Conformity Hereby, Acer Inc., declares that this LCD monitor is no guarantee that may cause undesired operation. Caution Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the manufacturer could void the user authority...
LCD Monitor Quick Setup Guide This device generates, uses, and can be determined by 92/31/EEC and 93/68/EEC, Low Voltage Directive 2006/95/EC, .... However, there is in interference to radio and TV reception. Notice: Shielded cables All connections to other relevant provisions of Conformity Hereby, Acer Inc., declares that this LCD monitor is no guarantee that may cause undesired operation. Caution Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the manufacturer could void the user authority...
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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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... following symptoms are normal with LCD monitor and do not indicate a problem. In this case, the screen is displayed for hours. EN-1 It may include blemishes of 0.01% or less such as a ...
... following symptoms are normal with LCD monitor and do not indicate a problem. In this case, the screen is displayed for hours. EN-1 It may include blemishes of 0.01% or less such as a ...
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... computer usage may lead to computer use Computer users may occasionally misfire or appear as opening or removing covers may result in front of the monitor, using a footrest, or raising your comfort zone by adjusting the viewing angle of a computer. Refer all servicing to qualified service person- Nevertheless, some pixels may...
... computer usage may lead to computer use Computer users may occasionally misfire or appear as opening or removing covers may result in front of the monitor, using a footrest, or raising your comfort zone by adjusting the viewing angle of a computer. Refer all servicing to qualified service person- Nevertheless, some pixels may...
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... the following work for enhanced text readability and graphics clarity. • Eliminate glare and reflections by looking away from the monitor and focusing on how to reduce eyestrain. If this is unavoidable, work habits to make your computer use more relaxing and...very small typefaces and low-contrast displays could stress your eyes. The following websites: Worldwide: http://www.acer-group.com/public/Sustainability/sustainability01.htm http://www.acer-group.com/public/Sustainability/sustainability04.htm EN-4 Warning! Eyes • Rest your eyes frequently. •...
... the following work for enhanced text readability and graphics clarity. • Eliminate glare and reflections by looking away from the monitor and focusing on how to reduce eyestrain. If this is unavoidable, work habits to make your computer use more relaxing and...very small typefaces and low-contrast displays could stress your eyes. The following websites: Worldwide: http://www.acer-group.com/public/Sustainability/sustainability01.htm http://www.acer-group.com/public/Sustainability/sustainability04.htm EN-4 Warning! Eyes • Rest your eyes frequently. •...
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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 P/N:MU.LHR00.001 P215H 2009 EN-5 · Quick Start Guide P215H LCD monitor Quick Start Guide
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 P/N:MU.LHR00.001 P215H 2009 EN-5 · Quick Start Guide P215H LCD monitor Quick Start Guide
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... -- Install: Align the base with the stand and push the base towards the top of the monitor by arrow below . Remove: Depress the release hooks as shown in the figure below . Carefully place the monitor face-down as indicated by using both of your hands to hold the edges of the... monitor as indicated first before removing the base and follow the arrow direction to remove it. SCREEN POSITION ...
... -- Install: Align the base with the stand and push the base towards the top of the monitor by arrow below . Remove: Depress the release hooks as shown in the figure below . Carefully place the monitor face-down as indicated by using both of your hands to hold the edges of the... monitor as indicated first before removing the base and follow the arrow direction to remove it. SCREEN POSITION ...
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... (outside of U.S.): Use a Cord Set consisting of H05VV-F cord and plug rated 10 A, 250 V. Place the monitor just below guidelines when cleaning the monitor. · Always unplug the monitor before cleaning. · Use a soft cloth to wipe the screen and cabinet front and sides. No user-adjustment ...the equipment will be installed. light or other heavy object, on the face of the monitor. CLEANING YOUR MONITOR Please carefully follow the below eye level. · Handle with care when transporting the monitor. · Refrain from giving shock or scratch to the screen, as screen is ...
... (outside of U.S.): Use a Cord Set consisting of H05VV-F cord and plug rated 10 A, 250 V. Place the monitor just below guidelines when cleaning the monitor. · Always unplug the monitor before cleaning. · Use a soft cloth to wipe the screen and cabinet front and sides. No user-adjustment ...the equipment will be installed. light or other heavy object, on the face of the monitor. CLEANING YOUR MONITOR Please carefully follow the below eye level. · Handle with care when transporting the monitor. · Refrain from giving shock or scratch to the screen, as screen is ...
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...Blue Amber The power saving states will be kept until a control signal has been detected or the keyboard or mouse is activated. The monitor supports DDC2B standard. The DDC (Display Data Channel) is around 3 seconds. EN-8 The recovery time from the display controller, as... indicated by the amber-color power LED. DDC To make your installation easier, the monitor is able to ON state is a communication protocol through which the monitor automatically informs the host system about its capabilities, for example, supported resolutions and corresponding timing. Power...
...Blue Amber The power saving states will be kept until a control signal has been detected or the keyboard or mouse is activated. The monitor supports DDC2B standard. The DDC (Display Data Channel) is around 3 seconds. EN-8 The recovery time from the display controller, as... indicated by the amber-color power LED. DDC To make your installation easier, the monitor is able to ON state is a communication protocol through which the monitor automatically informs the host system about its capabilities, for example, supported resolutions and corresponding timing. Power...
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... DDC-Serial Data H-Sync V-Sync DDC-Serial Clock 19-pin color display signal cable* 1917151311 9 7 5 3 1 1816141210 8 6 4 2 PIN No. DESCRIPTION Red Green Blue Monitor Ground DDC-return R-Ground G-Ground B-Ground PIN NO. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. Description 2 TMDS Data2 Shield 4 TMDS Data1+ 6 TMDS Data1- 8 TMDS Data0 Shield ...
... DDC-Serial Data H-Sync V-Sync DDC-Serial Clock 19-pin color display signal cable* 1917151311 9 7 5 3 1 1816141210 8 6 4 2 PIN No. DESCRIPTION Red Green Blue Monitor Ground DDC-return R-Ground G-Ground B-Ground PIN NO. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. Description 2 TMDS Data2 Shield 4 TMDS Data1+ 6 TMDS Data1- 8 TMDS Data0 Shield ...
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... connect the other end to the computer's port. 1-3 Connect one end of the 19-pin HDMI cable to the back of the monitor and connect the other end to the computer. 1-2 Digital Cable (Only Dual-Input Model) a. b. Connect the VGA video cable to the computer's port.... 2. Connect the Audio Cable(Only Audio-Input Model)(Optional) 3. This sequence is very important. 5. INSTALLATION To install the monitor to a properly grounded AC outlet. 4. Make sure both the monitor and computer are powered-OFF. HDMI (optional) HDMI (optional) EN-12 Connect power cord Connect the power cord to the...
... connect the other end to the computer's port. 1-3 Connect one end of the 19-pin HDMI cable to the back of the monitor and connect the other end to the computer. 1-2 Digital Cable (Only Dual-Input Model) a. b. Connect the VGA video cable to the computer's port.... 2. Connect the Audio Cable(Only Audio-Input Model)(Optional) 3. This sequence is very important. 5. INSTALLATION To install the monitor to a properly grounded AC outlet. 4. Make sure both the monitor and computer are powered-OFF. HDMI (optional) HDMI (optional) EN-12 Connect power cord Connect the power cord to the...
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Using the Shortcut Menu Press the function button to open the Acer eColor Management OSD and access the scenario modes. Volume Up / Down ... for the image to indicate currently selected input source. USER CONTROLS Power Switch / Power LED: To turn the monitor ON or OFF. The shortcut menu lets you will see the following messages on right top side of screen to... appear. Empowering: Press the Empowering Key to your monitor. (a) VGA input (b) DVI input (c) HDMI input As you cycle through the sources you quickly select the most...
Using the Shortcut Menu Press the function button to open the Acer eColor Management OSD and access the scenario modes. Volume Up / Down ... for the image to indicate currently selected input source. USER CONTROLS Power Switch / Power LED: To turn the monitor ON or OFF. The shortcut menu lets you will see the following messages on right top side of screen to... appear. Empowering: Press the Empowering Key to your monitor. (a) VGA input (b) DVI input (c) HDMI input As you cycle through the sources you quickly select the most...
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The OSD can be used for general reference only. For advanced settings, please refer to following content is for adjusting the settings of your LCD Monitor. EN-15 Then navigate to the picture element you wish to adjust. 3 Use the / keys to adjust the sliding scales. 4 The Picture menu can use ...
The OSD can be used for general reference only. For advanced settings, please refer to following content is for adjusting the settings of your LCD Monitor. EN-15 Then navigate to the picture element you wish to adjust. 3 Use the / keys to adjust the sliding scales. 4 The Picture menu can use ...
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Then the basic information of LCD monitor will show up the OSD. 2 Using the / keys, select Information from the OSD. EN-18 Product information 1 Press the MENU key to bring up for current input.
Then the basic information of LCD monitor will show up the OSD. 2 Using the / keys, select Information from the OSD. EN-18 Product information 1 Press the MENU key to bring up for current input.
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...signal frequency mismatch. LED OFF · Check the power switch. Unstable Picture · Check if the specification of graphics adapter and monitor is in case of missing full-screen size image, please select other resolution or other vertical refresh timing. · Wait for servicing,...) Problems Current Status Remedy LED ON · Using OSD, adjust brightness and contrast to maximum or reset to the monitor. TROUBLESHOOTING Before sending your LCD monitor for a few seconds after adjusting the size of computer system is too low · Check the audio cable with ...
...signal frequency mismatch. LED OFF · Check the power switch. Unstable Picture · Check if the specification of graphics adapter and monitor is in case of missing full-screen size image, please select other resolution or other vertical refresh timing. · Wait for servicing,...) Problems Current Status Remedy LED ON · Using OSD, adjust brightness and contrast to maximum or reset to the monitor. TROUBLESHOOTING Before sending your LCD monitor for a few seconds after adjusting the size of computer system is too low · Check the audio cable with ...
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... ON. LED OFF · Check the power switch. 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. No Picture · Check if AC power cord is... the volume level. (DVI/HDMI mode) Problems Current Status Remedy LED ON · Using OSD, adjust brightness and contrast to maximum or reset to the monitor. EN-20
... ON. LED OFF · Check the power switch. 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. No Picture · Check if AC power cord is... the volume level. (DVI/HDMI mode) Problems Current Status Remedy LED ON · Using OSD, adjust brightness and contrast to maximum or reset to the monitor. EN-20
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...: -. EN55024 -. EN61000-3-3 Low Voltage Directive 2006/95/EC as attested by weight in homogenous material are in Electrical and Electronic Equipment: -. Acer Incorporated 8F, 88, Sec. 1, Hsin Tai Wu Rd., Hsichih Taipei Hsien 221, Taiwan Tel : 886-2-2696-1234 Fax : 886-2-2696...SA Via Cantonale, Centro Galleria 2 6928 Manno Switzerland Hereby declare that: Product: Trade Name: Model Number: Series Model Type: SKU Number: LCD Monitor Acer P215H P215Hxxxx ("x" = 0~9, a ~ z, or A ~ Z) Is compliant with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of the following EC directives,...
...: -. EN55024 -. EN61000-3-3 Low Voltage Directive 2006/95/EC as attested by weight in homogenous material are in Electrical and Electronic Equipment: -. Acer Incorporated 8F, 88, Sec. 1, Hsin Tai Wu Rd., Hsichih Taipei Hsien 221, Taiwan Tel : 886-2-2696-1234 Fax : 886-2-2696...SA Via Cantonale, Centro Galleria 2 6928 Manno Switzerland Hereby declare that: Product: Trade Name: Model Number: Series Model Type: SKU Number: LCD Monitor Acer P215H P215Hxxxx ("x" = 0~9, a ~ z, or A ~ Z) Is compliant with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of the following EC directives,...
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...cause harmful interference, and (2) this declaration: Product Name: Main Model Number: Series Model Number: 21.5"W LCD Monitor P215Hxxxx P215Hxxxx Name of Responsible Party: Acer America Corporation Address of the FCC Rules. Contact Person: Acer Representative Phone No.: 254-298-4000 Fax No.: 254-298-4147 EN-22 S. San Jose, CA 95110... U. www.acer.com Federal Communications Commission Declaration of Conformity This device complies with Part 15 of Responsible Party: 333 West San Carlos St. A. ...
...cause harmful interference, and (2) this declaration: Product Name: Main Model Number: Series Model Number: 21.5"W LCD Monitor P215Hxxxx P215Hxxxx Name of Responsible Party: Acer America Corporation Address of the FCC Rules. Contact Person: Acer Representative Phone No.: 254-298-4000 Fax No.: 254-298-4147 EN-22 S. San Jose, CA 95110... U. www.acer.com Federal Communications Commission Declaration of Conformity This device complies with Part 15 of Responsible Party: 333 West San Carlos St. A. ...