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... permission of such revisions or changes. Acer LCD Monitor User's Guide Original Issue: 11/2007 Changes may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted, in this publication may be made periodically to your unit should include the serial number, model number and purchase information. No part of this publication without obligation to the contents hereof and specifically disclaims the implied warranties of...
... permission of such revisions or changes. Acer LCD Monitor User's Guide Original Issue: 11/2007 Changes may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted, in this publication may be made periodically to your unit should include the serial number, model number and purchase information. No part of this publication without obligation to the contents hereof and specifically disclaims the implied warranties of...
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... LCD monitors The following guidelines when connecting and disconnecting power from the power supplies. Turn off before connecting any cable or unplugging the power cord. • If the system has multiple sources of the previous screen may flicker during initial use . • The LCD screen has 99.99% or more effective pixels. Keep this case, the screen is displayed for a few hours. Information for future reference. Cleaning your safety and comfort Safety instructions...
... LCD monitors The following guidelines when connecting and disconnecting power from the power supplies. Turn off before connecting any cable or unplugging the power cord. • If the system has multiple sources of the previous screen may flicker during initial use . • The LCD screen has 99.99% or more effective pixels. Keep this case, the screen is displayed for a few hours. Information for future reference. Cleaning your safety and comfort Safety instructions...
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... for ventilation to ensure reliable operation of power available, consult your hearing, follow these instructions. • Gradually increase the volume until you can hear it clearly and comfortably and without distortion. • After setting the volume level, do not place the product on an unstable cart, stand or table. Using electrical power • This product should never be...
... for ventilation to ensure reliable operation of power available, consult your hearing, follow these instructions. • Gradually increase the volume until you can hear it clearly and comfortably and without distortion. • After setting the volume level, do not place the product on an unstable cart, stand or table. Using electrical power • This product should never be...
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... devices that the new power cord meets the following the operating instructions The grounding pin is properly grounded before inserting the power cord plug. Note: The grounding pin also provides good protection from the wall outlet and refer servicing to service this product. • Use the product only with the performance of this product yourself, as opening or removing covers may result in...
... devices that the new power cord meets the following the operating instructions The grounding pin is properly grounded before inserting the power cord plug. Note: The grounding pin also provides good protection from the wall outlet and refer servicing to service this product. • Use the product only with the performance of this product yourself, as opening or removing covers may result in...
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... of used equipment, as grain, dust or metal powders. For more information and help when recycling, please go to environmental protection and views recycling, in the form of salvaging and disposal of our other controls may contain small parts. chemical plants; vi Note: Adjust only those controls that are covered by a qualified technician to restore the product to turn...
... of used equipment, as grain, dust or metal powders. For more information and help when recycling, please go to environmental protection and views recycling, in the form of salvaging and disposal of our other controls may contain small parts. chemical plants; vi Note: Adjust only those controls that are covered by a qualified technician to restore the product to turn...
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For lamp-specific disposal information, check www.lamprecycle.org. This has no effect on the Waste from Electrical and Electronics Equipment (WEEE) regulations, visit http://global.acer.com/about/sustainability.htm Mercury advisory For projectors or electronic products containing an LCD/CRT monitor or display: lamp(s) inside this electronic device into the trash when discarding. Products that gives...
For lamp-specific disposal information, check www.lamprecycle.org. This has no effect on the Waste from Electrical and Electronics Equipment (WEEE) regulations, visit http://global.acer.com/about/sustainability.htm Mercury advisory For projectors or electronic products containing an LCD/CRT monitor or display: lamp(s) inside this electronic device into the trash when discarding. Products that gives...
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... the power button. viii refers to Acer LCD monitor with an ENERGY STAR logo. Long work periods, bad posture, poor work habits, stress, inadequate working in one fixed posture • avoid slouching forward and/or leaning backward • stand up and walk around regularly to remove the strain on your leg muscles The following tips: • refrain from Sleep mode by adjusting the viewing angle...
... the power button. viii refers to Acer LCD monitor with an ENERGY STAR logo. Long work periods, bad posture, poor work habits, stress, inadequate working in one fixed posture • avoid slouching forward and/or leaning backward • stand up and walk around regularly to remove the strain on your leg muscles The following tips: • refrain from Sleep mode by adjusting the viewing angle...
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... an awkward viewing angle. • Avoid looking at bright light sources, such as possible. • Exercise regularly and maintain a healthy body. Display • Keep your display clean. • Keep your head at a higher level than the top edge of the display so your eyes point downward when looking at the middle of the display. • Adjust the display brightness and/or contrast to keep your eyes...
... an awkward viewing angle. • Avoid looking at bright light sources, such as possible. • Exercise regularly and maintain a healthy body. Display • Keep your display clean. • Keep your head at a higher level than the top edge of the display so your eyes point downward when looking at the middle of the display. • Adjust the display brightness and/or contrast to keep your eyes...
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... Accessibility Safe listening Warnings Using electrical power Product servicing Additional safety information IT equipment recycling information Disposal instructions LCD pixel statement Tips and information for comfortable use Federal Communications Commission Declaration of Conformity Unpacking Attaching/removing the base Screen position adjustment Connecting the power cord Power saving Display Data Channel (DDC) Connector pin assignment Standard timing table Installation User controls How to adjust a setting Acer eColor Management User Troubleshooting VGA mode DVI mode 1 iii iii iii iii...
... Accessibility Safe listening Warnings Using electrical power Product servicing Additional safety information IT equipment recycling information Disposal instructions LCD pixel statement Tips and information for comfortable use Federal Communications Commission Declaration of Conformity Unpacking Attaching/removing the base Screen position adjustment Connecting the power cord Power saving Display Data Channel (DDC) Connector pin assignment Standard timing table Installation User controls How to adjust a setting Acer eColor Management User Troubleshooting VGA mode DVI mode 1 iii iii iii iii...
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Screen position adjustment To optimize the viewing position, you can be adjusted to remove the base. The monitor can adjust the monitor tilt by using both of your hands to hold the edges of the monitor as indicated, then pull in the direction of the base. English 2 Attaching/removing the base Attaching: Align the release button on the bottom of the monitor with the corresponding slots on the bottom of the arrow to 15 degrees up or 5 degrees down. Removing: Press the release button as shown below.
Screen position adjustment To optimize the viewing position, you can be adjusted to remove the base. The monitor can adjust the monitor tilt by using both of your hands to hold the edges of the monitor as indicated, then pull in the direction of the base. English 2 Attaching/removing the base Attaching: Align the release button on the bottom of the monitor with the corresponding slots on the bottom of the arrow to 15 degrees up or 5 degrees down. Removing: Press the release button as shown below.
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3 English Connecting the power cord • Check first to make installation easier, so long as indicated by the amber-colored power LED. The recovery time from the display controller, as your area. • The monitor has a universal power supply that the power cord you use is around 3 seconds. The monitor supports the DDC2B standard. Mode On Power saving LED light Blue Amber The power saving mode will be kept until a control signal has been detected or the keyboard or mouse is a communication...
3 English Connecting the power cord • Check first to make installation easier, so long as indicated by the amber-colored power LED. The recovery time from the display controller, as your area. • The monitor has a universal power supply that the power cord you use is around 3 seconds. The monitor supports the DDC2B standard. Mode On Power saving LED light Blue Amber The power saving mode will be kept until a control signal has been detected or the keyboard or mouse is a communication...
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Description 13 NC 14 +5 V power 15 GND (return for +5 V hsync.vsync) 16 Hot-plug detection 17 TMDS data 0- 18 TMDS data 0+ 19 TMDS data 0/5 shield 20 NC 21 NC 22 TMDS clock shield 23 TMDS clock+ 24 DDC TMDS clock- 5 English 24-pin color display signal cable PIN No. Description 1 TMDS data 2- 2 TMDS data 2+ 3 TMDS data 2/4 shield 4 NC 5 NC 6 DDC clock 7 DDC data 8 NC 9 TMDS data 1- 10 TMDS data 1+ 11 TMDS data 1/3 shield 12 NC PIN No.
Description 13 NC 14 +5 V power 15 GND (return for +5 V hsync.vsync) 16 Hot-plug detection 17 TMDS data 0- 18 TMDS data 0+ 19 TMDS data 0/5 shield 20 NC 21 NC 22 TMDS clock shield 23 TMDS clock+ 24 DDC TMDS clock- 5 English 24-pin color display signal cable PIN No. Description 1 TMDS data 2- 2 TMDS data 2+ 3 TMDS data 2/4 shield 4 NC 5 NC 6 DDC clock 7 DDC data 8 NC 9 TMDS data 1- 10 TMDS data 1+ 11 TMDS data 1/3 shield 12 NC PIN No.
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... monitor and computer are switched off . (2) Connect one end of the 24-pin DVI cable to the back of the monitor and the other end to the computer's port. 2 Connect the power cord Connect the power cord to the monitor, then to a properly grounded AC outlet. 3 Turn on the monitor and computer Turn on the monitor first, then the computer. b Connect the VGA video cable to diagnose the problem. c Connect the digital cable (only for dual-input models). (1) Make...
... monitor and computer are switched off . (2) Connect one end of the 24-pin DVI cable to the back of the monitor and the other end to the computer's port. 2 Connect the power cord Connect the power cord to the monitor, then to a properly grounded AC outlet. 3 Turn on the monitor and computer Turn on the monitor first, then the computer. b Connect the VGA video cable to diagnose the problem. c Connect the digital cable (only for dual-input models). (1) Make...
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... OSD menu is active, this button will act as the exit key (exit OSD menu). When the OSD menu is inactive, press this button for two seconds to activate the Auto Adjustment function. b. 8 User controls English Front panel controls 76 5 4 3 21 1 Power LED: Lights up to indicate the power is turned on. 2 Power Switch: Turn the power on or off or activate / deactivate the adjustment function when the OSD is on. 6 Auto adjust button/Exit: a. When the OSD menu is used to set...
... OSD menu is active, this button will act as the exit key (exit OSD menu). When the OSD menu is inactive, press this button for two seconds to activate the Auto Adjustment function. b. 8 User controls English Front panel controls 76 5 4 3 21 1 Power LED: Lights up to indicate the power is turned on. 2 Power Switch: Turn the power on or off or activate / deactivate the adjustment function when the OSD is on. 6 Auto adjust button/Exit: a. When the OSD menu is used to set...
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... digital-input mode User: If "User" is selected, the Acer eColor Management OSD will appear. B. Only analog-input mode II. English 9 How to adjust a setting 1 Press the Menu button to activate the OSD window. 2 Press < or > to select the desired function. 3 Press the Menu button again to select the function that you want to adjust. 4 Press < or > to 4. I. If you want to adjust any other function, repeat steps 2 to change the settings of...
... digital-input mode User: If "User" is selected, the Acer eColor Management OSD will appear. B. Only analog-input mode II. English 9 How to adjust a setting 1 Press the Menu button to activate the OSD window. 2 Press < or > to select the desired function. 3 Press the Menu button again to select the function that you want to adjust. 4 Press < or > to 4. I. If you want to adjust any other function, repeat steps 2 to change the settings of...
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..., even in vibrant colors with sharp detail. English 10 Acer eColor Management • Operation instructions 1 Press the Empowering Key to open the Acer eColor Management OSD and access the scenario modes. 2 Press "" to select the mode. 3 Press the Auto-adjust button to read onscreen text. Default settings. Displays scenes in clearest detail. Settings can be fine-tuned to prevent eyestrain. Optimal balance of brightness and contrast to suit any...
..., even in vibrant colors with sharp detail. English 10 Acer eColor Management • Operation instructions 1 Press the Empowering Key to open the Acer eColor Management OSD and access the scenario modes. 2 Press "" to select the mode. 3 Press the Auto-adjust button to read onscreen text. Default settings. Displays scenes in clearest detail. Settings can be fine-tuned to prevent eyestrain. Optimal balance of brightness and contrast to suit any...
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... mode only). V. User/blue Adjusts blue intensity. ACM ACM (Adaptive Contrast Management) ACM On/Off switch, default Off. Position Adjusts the horizontal position (available in analog mode only). N/A Warm N/A Cool User/red Sets the color temperature to cool white. Adjusts red intensity. English 11 User Main Sub menu menu icon icon Sub menu item Contrast Brightness Description Adjusts the contrast between the foreground and background of the screen image. Clock Adjusts the picture clock (available in analog mode only). H. Position Adjusts the vertical position...
... mode only). V. User/blue Adjusts blue intensity. ACM ACM (Adaptive Contrast Management) ACM On/Off switch, default Off. Position Adjusts the horizontal position (available in analog mode only). N/A Warm N/A Cool User/red Sets the color temperature to cool white. Adjusts red intensity. English 11 User Main Sub menu menu icon icon Sub menu item Contrast Brightness Description Adjusts the contrast between the foreground and background of the screen image. Clock Adjusts the picture clock (available in analog mode only). H. Position Adjusts the vertical position...
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... Language selection. N/A Reset Clears Auto-configuration changes . OSD Timeout Adjusts the OSD timeout. N/A Digital (only dual- N/A Exit Saves user changes and closes the OSD. EMEA version OSD only. N/A Analog Selects input signal from digital (DVI) input models) (only dual-input models). Adjusts the horizontal position of the OSD. Position Adjusts the vertical position of the OSD. V. N/A DDC/CI Turns on/off DDC/CI support N/A Information Shows the resolution, H/V frequency, input port and serial number for current input. English 12 Main Sub menu menu...
... Language selection. N/A Reset Clears Auto-configuration changes . OSD Timeout Adjusts the OSD timeout. N/A Digital (only dual- N/A Exit Saves user changes and closes the OSD. EMEA version OSD only. N/A Analog Selects input signal from digital (DVI) input models) (only dual-input models). Adjusts the horizontal position of the OSD. Position Adjusts the vertical position of the OSD. V. N/A DDC/CI Turns on/off DDC/CI support N/A Information Shows the resolution, H/V frequency, input port and serial number for current input. English 12 Main Sub menu menu...
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..., off the monitor. In case of a missing image, please select another resolution or vertical refresh rate. Image is switched on your LCD monitor for a few seconds after adjusting the size of the image before changing or disconnecting the signal cable or switching off -center, too large or too small on the screen. Amber Check if the power cord is properly connected to their default settings. VGA mode Problem No picture visible LED status Blue Off Remedy Using the OSD, adjust brightness and contrast to maximum...
..., off the monitor. In case of a missing image, please select another resolution or vertical refresh rate. Image is switched on your LCD monitor for a few seconds after adjusting the size of the image before changing or disconnecting the signal cable or switching off -center, too large or too small on the screen. Amber Check if the power cord is properly connected to their default settings. VGA mode Problem No picture visible LED status Blue Off Remedy Using the OSD, adjust brightness and contrast to maximum...
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Amber Check if the AC power cord is properly connected to their default settings. Check if the video signal cable is switched on and in power saving/ standby mode. Check that the computer system is properly connected at the back of monitor. English 14 DVI mode Problem No picture visible LED status Blue Off Remedy Using the OSD, adjust brightness and contrast to maximum or reset to the monitor. Check the power switch.
Amber Check if the AC power cord is properly connected to their default settings. Check if the video signal cable is switched on and in power saving/ standby mode. Check that the computer system is properly connected at the back of monitor. English 14 DVI mode Problem No picture visible LED status Blue Off Remedy Using the OSD, adjust brightness and contrast to maximum or reset to the monitor. Check the power switch.