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.... Such changes will be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted, in this manual or supplementary documents and publications. Acer LCD Monitor User Guide Original Issue: 06/2012 Changes may be incorporated in the space provided below. The serial number and model number are... made periodically to the information in any form or by photocopy, recording or otherwise, without the prior written permission of Acer Incorporated. Acer LCD Monitor User Guide Model number Serial number Date of purchase Place of such revisions or changes. Other companies' product names or...
.... Such changes will be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted, in this manual or supplementary documents and publications. Acer LCD Monitor User Guide Original Issue: 06/2012 Changes may be incorporated in the space provided below. The serial number and model number are... made periodically to the information in any form or by photocopy, recording or otherwise, without the prior written permission of Acer Incorporated. Acer LCD Monitor User Guide Model number Serial number Date of purchase Place of such revisions or changes. Other companies' product names or...
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Special notes on the desktop pattern you use . Cleaning your safety and comfort Safety instructions Read these guidelines when cleaning the monitor: • Always unplug the monitor before cleaning. • Use a soft cloth to the nature of the previous screen may flicker during initial use . ... a problem. • Due to wipe the screen and cabinet front and sides. Keep this case, the screen is displayed for your monitor Please carefully follow these instructions carefully. Follow all the time. • Due to make sure the flicker disappears. • You may include...
Special notes on the desktop pattern you use . Cleaning your safety and comfort Safety instructions Read these guidelines when cleaning the monitor: • Always unplug the monitor before cleaning. • Use a soft cloth to the nature of the previous screen may flicker during initial use . ... a problem. • Due to wipe the screen and cabinet front and sides. Keep this case, the screen is displayed for your monitor Please carefully follow these instructions carefully. Follow all the time. • Due to make sure the flicker disappears. • You may include...
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... cause unexpected short current or damage internal devices. • The adapter is provided. • Never push objects of any kind into is used with this monitor ,do not increase it under sporting, exercising, or any kind onto or into the product. • To avoid damage of internal components and to the...
... cause unexpected short current or damage internal devices. • The adapter is provided. • Never push objects of any kind into is used with this monitor ,do not increase it under sporting, exercising, or any kind onto or into the product. • To avoid damage of internal components and to the...
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... of working conditions, personal health and other musculoskeletal disorders. Observe the following tips: • refrain from Sleep mode by adjusting the viewing angle of the monitor, using a footrest, or raising your leg muscles vii LCD pixel statement The LCD unit is produced with high-precision manufacturing techniques. This has no effect...
... of working conditions, personal health and other musculoskeletal disorders. Observe the following tips: • refrain from Sleep mode by adjusting the viewing angle of the monitor, using a footrest, or raising your leg muscles vii LCD pixel statement The LCD unit is produced with high-precision manufacturing techniques. This has no effect...
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... of cardboard extended from the display's top front edge • Avoid adjusting your display to an awkward viewing angle. • Avoid looking away from the monitor and focusing on how to reduce eyestrain. The following work habits to a comfortable level for extended periods of time. Display • Keep your display clean...
... of cardboard extended from the display's top front edge • Avoid adjusting your display to an awkward viewing angle. • Avoid looking away from the monitor and focusing on how to reduce eyestrain. The following work habits to a comfortable level for extended periods of time. Display • Keep your display clean...
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TABLE OF CONTENTS UNPACKING 1 ATTACHING / REMOVING THE BASE 2 SCREEN POSITION ADJUSTMENT 2 CONNECTING THE POWER CORD 3 SAFETY PRECAUTION 3 CLEANING YOUR MONITOR 3 POWER SAVING 4 DDC...4 CONNECTOR PIN ASSIGNMENT 5 STANDARD TIMING TABLE 7 INSTALLATION 8 USER CONTROLS 9 TROUBLESHOOTING 15
TABLE OF CONTENTS UNPACKING 1 ATTACHING / REMOVING THE BASE 2 SCREEN POSITION ADJUSTMENT 2 CONNECTING THE POWER CORD 3 SAFETY PRECAUTION 3 CLEANING YOUR MONITOR 3 POWER SAVING 4 DDC...4 CONNECTOR PIN ASSIGNMENT 5 STANDARD TIMING TABLE 7 INSTALLATION 8 USER CONTROLS 9 TROUBLESHOOTING 15
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z LCD Monitor z AC Power Cord z D-Sub Cable (Optional) z DVI Cable (Optional) z AC Adapter z User Manual z Quick Start Guide LCD monitor EN-1 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.
z LCD Monitor z AC Power Cord z D-Sub Cable (Optional) z DVI Cable (Optional) z AC Adapter z User Manual z Quick Start Guide LCD monitor EN-1 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.
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... arm to avoid scratching the screen. 1. 2. The monitor can adjust the tilt of the monitor by using both of the monitor as indicated by arrow below . Carefully place the monitor face-down as shown in the figure below . DVI HDMI DC IN D-Sub D-Sub DVI HDMI DC IN SCREEN POSITION ADJUSTMENT In order to... down on a stable surface -- use a cloth to the Ensure that the base is locked onto the base. EN-2 ATTACHING / REMOVING THE BASE Note: Remove the monitor and monitor base from its packaging.
... arm to avoid scratching the screen. 1. 2. The monitor can adjust the tilt of the monitor by using both of the monitor as indicated by arrow below . Carefully place the monitor face-down as shown in the figure below . DVI HDMI DC IN D-Sub D-Sub DVI HDMI DC IN SCREEN POSITION ADJUSTMENT In order to... down on a stable surface -- use a cloth to the Ensure that the base is locked onto the base. EN-2 ATTACHING / REMOVING THE BASE Note: Remove the monitor and monitor base from its packaging.
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... Cord Set, Type SVT wire and plug rated 10 A/125 V. The cord set should have the appropriate safety approvals for your area. Always put the monitor in a place where there is required. z Do not cover the ventilation slots or openings of H05VV-F cord and plug rated 10 A, 250 V. CLEANING YOUR... MONITOR Please carefully follow the below eye level. z Plug one end of the AC power cord to the adapter, and plug the other heavy object, on ...
... Cord Set, Type SVT wire and plug rated 10 A/125 V. The cord set should have the appropriate safety approvals for your area. Always put the monitor in a place where there is required. z Do not cover the ventilation slots or openings of H05VV-F cord and plug rated 10 A, 250 V. CLEANING YOUR... MONITOR Please carefully follow the below eye level. z Plug one end of the AC power cord to the adapter, and plug the other heavy object, on ...
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... signal has been detected or the keyboard or mouse 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 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. EN-4 The...
... signal has been detected or the keyboard or mouse 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 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. EN-4 The...
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CONNECTOR PIN ASSIGNMENT 15-Pin Color Display Signal Cable PIN NO. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. DESCRIPTION Red Green Blue Monitor Ground DDC-return R-Ground G-Ground B-Ground PIN NO. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. DESCRIPTION +5V Logic Ground Monitor Ground DDC-Serial Data H-Sync V-Sync DDC-Serial Clock EN-5
CONNECTOR PIN ASSIGNMENT 15-Pin Color Display Signal Cable PIN NO. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. DESCRIPTION Red Green Blue Monitor Ground DDC-return R-Ground G-Ground B-Ground PIN NO. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. DESCRIPTION +5V Logic Ground Monitor Ground DDC-Serial Data H-Sync V-Sync DDC-Serial Clock EN-5
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...Connect one end of the 24-pin DVI cable to the back of the adapter to the monitor and the other end to the adapter. This sequence is very important. 5. Make sure both the monitor and computer are powered-OFF. b. Connect the Audio Cable (Only Audio-Input Model)(Optional) ...3. Make sure both the monitor and computer are powered-OFF. If the monitor still does not function properly, please refer to the troubleshooting section to the computer. 2. Connect the HDMI cable to diagnose the ...
...Connect one end of the 24-pin DVI cable to the back of the adapter to the monitor and the other end to the adapter. This sequence is very important. 5. Make sure both the monitor and computer are powered-OFF. b. Connect the Audio Cable (Only Audio-Input Model)(Optional) ...3. Make sure both the monitor and computer are powered-OFF. If the monitor still does not function properly, please refer to the troubleshooting section to the computer. 2. Connect the HDMI cable to diagnose the ...
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AUTO Auto Adjust: Press this botton to activate the Auto Adjustment function. Empowering: Press the Empowering Key to indicate the power is turned ON. MENU OSD functions Press this button to activate the OSD menu. Lights up to open the Acer eColor Management OSD and access the scenario modes. EN-9 W / X Minus / Plus: If the OSD is used to toggle between the OSD options. USER CONTROLS Base Controls Power Switch / Power LED: To turn the monitor ON or OFF. The Auto Adjustment function is active, press the Minus or Plus buttons to set the HPos, VPos, Clock and Focus.
AUTO Auto Adjust: Press this botton to activate the Auto Adjustment function. Empowering: Press the Empowering Key to indicate the power is turned ON. MENU OSD functions Press this button to activate the OSD menu. Lights up to open the Acer eColor Management OSD and access the scenario modes. EN-9 W / X Minus / Plus: If the OSD is used to toggle between the OSD options. USER CONTROLS Base Controls Power Switch / Power LED: To turn the monitor ON or OFF. The Auto Adjustment function is active, press the Minus or Plus buttons to set the HPos, VPos, Clock and Focus.
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..., Colour Temp, Auto Config and other image-related qualities. For advanced settings, please refer to following content is for adjusting the settings of your LCD Monitor. EN-11 Then navigate to the picture element you wish to adjust. 3 Use the e/ f keys to adjust the sliding scales. 4 The Picture menu can be...
..., Colour Temp, Auto Config and other image-related qualities. For advanced settings, please refer to following content is for adjusting the settings of your LCD Monitor. EN-11 Then navigate to the picture element you wish to adjust. 3 Use the e/ f keys to adjust the sliding scales. 4 The Picture menu can be...
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EN-14 Then the basic information of LCD monitor will show up the OSD. 2 Using the e/ f keys, select Information from the OSD. Product information 1 Press the MENU key to bring up for current input.
EN-14 Then the basic information of LCD monitor will show up the OSD. 2 Using the e/ f keys, select Information from the OSD. Product information 1 Press the MENU key to bring up for current input.
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...large in display size Remedy z Using OSD, adjust brightness and contrast to maximum or reset to the monitor. z Check the power switch. EN-15 TROUBLESHOOTING Before sending your LCD monitor for a few seconds after adjusting the size of the image before changing or disconnecting the signal cable... signal frequency mismatch. z Check if AC power cord is properly connected at the back of monitor. z Check if the power of computer system is in case of graphics adapter and monitor is ON. z Check if the specification of missing fullscreen image, please select other resolution or...
...large in display size Remedy z Using OSD, adjust brightness and contrast to maximum or reset to the monitor. z Check the power switch. EN-15 TROUBLESHOOTING Before sending your LCD monitor for a few seconds after adjusting the size of the image before changing or disconnecting the signal cable... signal frequency mismatch. z Check if AC power cord is properly connected at the back of monitor. z Check if the power of computer system is in case of graphics adapter and monitor is ON. z Check if the specification of missing fullscreen image, please select other resolution or...
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LED OFF z Check the power switch. z Check if the power of monitor. z Check if AC power cord is ON. (DVI/HDMI Mode) Problems No Picture Current Status Remedy LED ON z Using OSD, adjust brightness and contrast to maximum or reset to the monitor. EN-16 LED displays amber color z Check if video signal cable is properly connected at the back of computer system is properly connected to their default settings.
LED OFF z Check the power switch. z Check if the power of monitor. z Check if AC power cord is ON. (DVI/HDMI Mode) Problems No Picture Current Status Remedy LED ON z Using OSD, adjust brightness and contrast to maximum or reset to the monitor. EN-16 LED displays amber color z Check if video signal cable is properly connected at the back of computer system is properly connected to their default settings.
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... the following harmonized standard: -. RU Jan / Sr. Manager Regulation, Acer Inc. EN61000-3-2, Class D -. Acer Incorporated 8F, 88, Sec. 1, Xintai 5th Rd., Xizhi New Taipei City 221, Taiwan Declaration of Conformity We, Acer Incorporated 8F, 88, Sec. 1, Xintai 5th Rd., Xizhi, New Taipei..., 40, 20020 Lainate (MI) Italy Tel: +39-02-939-921, Fax: +39-02 9399-2913 www.acer.it Hereby declare that: Product: Trade Name: Model Number: SKU Number: LCD Monitor Acer G246HQL G246HQL xxxxxx ("x" = 0~9, a ~ z, or A ~ Z) Is compliant with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions...
... the following harmonized standard: -. RU Jan / Sr. Manager Regulation, Acer Inc. EN61000-3-2, Class D -. Acer Incorporated 8F, 88, Sec. 1, Xintai 5th Rd., Xizhi New Taipei City 221, Taiwan Declaration of Conformity We, Acer Incorporated 8F, 88, Sec. 1, Xintai 5th Rd., Xizhi, New Taipei..., 40, 20020 Lainate (MI) Italy Tel: +39-02-939-921, Fax: +39-02 9399-2913 www.acer.it Hereby declare that: Product: Trade Name: Model Number: SKU Number: LCD Monitor Acer G246HQL G246HQL xxxxxx ("x" = 0~9, a ~ z, or A ~ Z) Is compliant with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions...
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..., including interference that may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this declaration: Product: LCD Monitor Model Number: G246HQL SKU Number: G246HQL xxxxxx ("x" = 0~9, a ~ z, or A ~ Z) Name of Responsible Party: Address of the FCC Rules. Tel : 254-298-4000 Fax : 254-298-4147 www.acer.com Federal Communications Commission Declaration of Conformity This device complies with Part 15...
..., including interference that may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this declaration: Product: LCD Monitor Model Number: G246HQL SKU Number: G246HQL xxxxxx ("x" = 0~9, a ~ z, or A ~ Z) Name of Responsible Party: Address of the FCC Rules. Tel : 254-298-4000 Fax : 254-298-4147 www.acer.com Federal Communications Commission Declaration of Conformity This device complies with Part 15...
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... www.energystar.gov/powermangement Acer ENERGY STAR qualified products: • Produce less heat and reduce cooling loads, and warmer climates. • Automatically go into "display sleep" and "computer sleep" mode after 15 and 30 minute of inactivity respectively. • Wake the monitor when it is proud ...to offer products and services worldwide that are registered U.S. Acer is in Active Off mode, move the mouse or press any keyboard key. • Computers will save...
... www.energystar.gov/powermangement Acer ENERGY STAR qualified products: • Produce less heat and reduce cooling loads, and warmer climates. • Automatically go into "display sleep" and "computer sleep" mode after 15 and 30 minute of inactivity respectively. • Wake the monitor when it is proud ...to offer products and services worldwide that are registered U.S. Acer is in Active Off mode, move the mouse or press any keyboard key. • Computers will save...