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... company makes no representations or warranties, either expressed or implied, with respect to the contents hereof and specifically disclaims the implied warranties of merchantability or fitness for identification purposes only and belong to the information in any form or by any person of such revisions or changes. Copyright © 2013. No part of Acer Incorporated. Acer LCD Monitor User's Guide Model number Serial number...
... company makes no representations or warranties, either expressed or implied, with respect to the contents hereof and specifically disclaims the implied warranties of merchantability or fitness for identification purposes only and belong to the information in any form or by any person of such revisions or changes. Copyright © 2013. No part of Acer Incorporated. Acer LCD Monitor User's Guide Model number Serial number...
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... power supplies. Follow all power cords from the LCD monitor: • Make sure the monitor is attached to its base before connecting the power cord to the AC power outlet. • Make sure both the LCD monitor and the computer are normal with the LCD monitor and do not indicate a problem. • Due to the nature of power, disconnect power from the system by changing the image or turning off the power switch for a few hours. Cleaning...
... power supplies. Follow all power cords from the LCD monitor: • Make sure the monitor is attached to its base before connecting the power cord to the AC power outlet. • Make sure both the LCD monitor and the computer are normal with the LCD monitor and do not indicate a problem. • Due to the nature of power, disconnect power from the system by changing the image or turning off the power switch for a few hours. Cleaning...
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... type of power available, consult your ears have adjusted. • Limit the amount of time listening to music at high volume. • Avoid turning up the volume to protect it under sporting, exercising, or any vibrating environment which will walk on the cord. • If an extension cord is used with this product on an unstable cart, stand or...
... type of power available, consult your ears have adjusted. • Limit the amount of time listening to music at high volume. • Avoid turning up the volume to protect it under sporting, exercising, or any vibrating environment which will walk on the cord. • If an extension cord is used with this product on an unstable cart, stand or...
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... change in a grounded power outlet. Make sure the power outlet is equipped with the supplied power supply cord set , make sure that is not properly grounded may interfere with the performance of the branch circuit rating. Using a power outlet that the total rating of the power strip's input rating. • This product's power cord is properly grounded before inserting the power cord plug. If you to qualified service personnel when: • the power cord or plug...
... change in a grounded power outlet. Make sure the power outlet is equipped with the supplied power supply cord set , make sure that is not properly grounded may interfere with the performance of the branch circuit rating. Using a power outlet that the total rating of the power strip's input rating. • This product's power cord is properly grounded before inserting the power cord plug. If you to qualified service personnel when: • the power cord or plug...
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...controls may contain small parts. We at service...help when recycling, please go to reduce the environmental impact of our products. Potentially explosive environments Switch off your vehicle engine. IT Equipment Recycling Information Acer is strongly committed to turn off the device near gas pumps at Acer...Keep them out of the reach of used equipment, as grain, dust or metal powders. vi Note: Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions, since improper adjustment of other products. Switch off your device in damage and will often require extensive work...
...controls may contain small parts. We at service...help when recycling, please go to reduce the environmental impact of our products. Potentially explosive environments Switch off your vehicle engine. IT Equipment Recycling Information Acer is strongly committed to turn off the device near gas pumps at Acer...Keep them out of the reach of used equipment, as grain, dust or metal powders. vi Note: Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions, since improper adjustment of other products. Switch off your device in damage and will often require extensive work...
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... of the monitor, using a footrest, or raising your sitting height to remove the strain on your company's health and safety department. Observe the following section provides tips for more comfortable computer use . Finding your comfort zone Find your comfort zone by pushing the power button. viii This product has been shipped enabled for power management: • Activate display's Sleep mode within...
... of the monitor, using a footrest, or raising your sitting height to remove the strain on your company's health and safety department. Observe the following section provides tips for more comfortable computer use . Finding your comfort zone Find your comfort zone by pushing the power button. viii This product has been shipped enabled for power management: • Activate display's Sleep mode within...
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... lenses, glare, excessive room lighting, poorly focused screens, very small typefaces and low-contrast displays could stress your display in such a way that the side faces the window or any light source • minimizing room light by using drapes, shades or blinds • using a task light • changing the display's viewing angle • using a glare-reduction filter • using a display visor, such as open windows, for enhanced text readability and...
... lenses, glare, excessive room lighting, poorly focused screens, very small typefaces and low-contrast displays could stress your display in such a way that the side faces the window or any light source • minimizing room light by using drapes, shades or blinds • using a task light • changing the display's viewing angle • using a glare-reduction filter • using a display visor, such as open windows, for enhanced text readability and...
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... for the setting of EMC Directive 2004/108/EC, Low Voltage Directive 2006/95/EC, and RoHS Directive 2011/65/EU and Directive 2009/125/EC with the essential requirements and other standardizing documents: ˙ EN 55022:2006/A1:2007 Class B; Acer Incorporated 8F,..., 40, 20020 Lainate (MI) Italy Tel: +39-02-939-921 ,Fax: +39-02 9399-2913 www.acer.it Declare under our own responsibility that the product: Product: LCD Monitor Trade Name: Acer Model Number: K222HQL SKU Number: K222HQL xxxxxx; ("x" = 0~9, a ~ z, A ~ Z, or blank) To which this declaration refers conforms to the...
... for the setting of EMC Directive 2004/108/EC, Low Voltage Directive 2006/95/EC, and RoHS Directive 2011/65/EU and Directive 2009/125/EC with the essential requirements and other standardizing documents: ˙ EN 55022:2006/A1:2007 Class B; Acer Incorporated 8F,..., 40, 20020 Lainate (MI) Italy Tel: +39-02-939-921 ,Fax: +39-02 9399-2913 www.acer.it Declare under our own responsibility that the product: Product: LCD Monitor Trade Name: Acer Model Number: K222HQL SKU Number: K222HQL xxxxxx; ("x" = 0~9, a ~ z, A ~ Z, or blank) To which this declaration refers conforms to the...
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... safety information vi IT equipment recycling information vi Disposal instructions vii LCD pixel statement vii Tips and information for comfortable use viii Federal Communications Commission Declaration of Conformity xi Unpacking 1 Attaching/removing the base 2 Screen position adjustment 2 Connecting the power cord 5 Power saving 5 Display Data Channel (DDC) 5 Connector pin assignment 6 Standard timing table 8 Installation 9 User controls 10 How to adjust a setting 11 Acer eColor Management 12 User 13 Troubleshooting 15 VGA mode 15 DVI mode 16
... safety information vi IT equipment recycling information vi Disposal instructions vii LCD pixel statement vii Tips and information for comfortable use viii Federal Communications Commission Declaration of Conformity xi Unpacking 1 Attaching/removing the base 2 Screen position adjustment 2 Connecting the power cord 5 Power saving 5 Display Data Channel (DDC) 5 Connector pin assignment 6 Standard timing table 8 Installation 9 User controls 10 How to adjust a setting 11 Acer eColor Management 12 User 13 Troubleshooting 15 VGA mode 15 DVI mode 16
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LCD monitor Quick start guide Audio Cable (Option) LCD monitor K222HQL D-sub cable (Option) DVI cable (Option) AC power cord English 1 Unpacking Please check that the following items are present when you unpack the box, and save the packing materials in case you need to ship or transport the monitor in the future.
LCD monitor Quick start guide Audio Cable (Option) LCD monitor K222HQL D-sub cable (Option) DVI cable (Option) AC power cord English 1 Unpacking Please check that the following items are present when you unpack the box, and save the packing materials in case you need to ship or transport the monitor in the future.
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use a cloth to avoid scratching the screen. ① ④② ③ Remove: Reverse the steps to hold the edges of your hands to remove the base. Screen position adjustment To optimize the viewing position, you can be adjusted to 25 degrees up or 5 degrees down on a stable surface -- The monitor can adjust the monitor tilt by using both of the monitor as shown below. Carefully place the monitor face-down . 25 English 2 Attaching the Base Note: Remove the monitor and monitor base from its packaging.
use a cloth to avoid scratching the screen. ① ④② ③ Remove: Reverse the steps to hold the edges of your hands to remove the base. Screen position adjustment To optimize the viewing position, you can be adjusted to 25 degrees up or 5 degrees down on a stable surface -- The monitor can adjust the monitor tilt by using both of the monitor as shown below. Carefully place the monitor face-down . 25 English 2 Attaching the Base Note: Remove the monitor and monitor base from its packaging.
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... amber-colored power LED. The cord set consisting of H05VV-F cord and plug rated 10 A/250 V. Display Data Channel (DDC) To make sure that allows operation in which the monitor automatically informs the host system about its capabilities; for the country in either 100/120 V AC or 220/240 V AC voltage area. Mode On Power saving LED light Blue Amber The power saving mode will be switched to "power saving" mode by the control signal from "power saving" mode...
... amber-colored power LED. The cord set consisting of H05VV-F cord and plug rated 10 A/250 V. Display Data Channel (DDC) To make sure that allows operation in which the monitor automatically informs the host system about its capabilities; for the country in either 100/120 V AC or 220/240 V AC voltage area. Mode On Power saving LED light Blue Amber The power saving mode will be switched to "power saving" mode by the control signal from "power saving" mode...
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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- 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. 7 English 24-pin color display signal cable* 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- 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. 7 English 24-pin color display signal cable* PIN No.
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... monitor and computer Turn on your host system, please follow the steps below: Steps 1 Connect the video cable a Make sure both the 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 the computer. c Connect the digital cable (only for dual-input models). (1) Make...
... monitor and computer Turn on your host system, please follow the steps below: Steps 1 Connect the video cable a Make sure both the 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 the computer. c Connect the digital cable (only for dual-input models). (1) Make...
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USER CONTROLS Power Switch / Power LED: To turn the monitor ON or OFF. Lights up to open the shortcut menu. Empowering: Press the Empowering Key to indicate the power is turned ON. 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. The Auto Adjustment function is selected ,but the VGA and DVI cables are not connected, a floating dialog box indicates: "No Cable Connect" or...
USER CONTROLS Power Switch / Power LED: To turn the monitor ON or OFF. Lights up to open the shortcut menu. Empowering: Press the Empowering Key to indicate the power is turned ON. 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. The Auto Adjustment function is selected ,but the VGA and DVI cables are not connected, a floating dialog box indicates: "No Cable Connect" or...
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... eColor menu. Features and Benefits Main Menu icon Sub Menu icon Sub Menu item Description N/A User mode User defined. Acer eColor Management Operation 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 " AUTO " Key to reduce power consumption. R eflects n a tive d isp lay mode capability N/A Grahpic mode Enhances colors and emphasize fine detail. Pictures and...
... eColor menu. Features and Benefits Main Menu icon Sub Menu icon Sub Menu item Description N/A User mode User defined. Acer eColor Management Operation 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 " AUTO " Key to reduce power consumption. R eflects n a tive d isp lay mode capability N/A Grahpic mode Enhances colors and emphasize fine detail. Pictures and...
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... used to adjust the current Brightness, Contrast, Colour Temp, Auto Config and other image-related qualities. Then navigate to the picture element you wish to adjust. 3 Use the / keys to bring up the OSD. 2 Using the / keys, select Picture from the OSD. EN-15 Press the MENU key to adjust the picture quality, OSD position and general settings. Actual product specifications may vary. You can use the OSD to open the OSD. For advanced settings...
... used to adjust the current Brightness, Contrast, Colour Temp, Auto Config and other image-related qualities. Then navigate to the picture element you wish to adjust. 3 Use the / keys to bring up the OSD. 2 Using the / keys, select Picture from the OSD. EN-15 Press the MENU key to adjust the picture quality, OSD position and general settings. Actual product specifications may vary. You can use the OSD to open the OSD. For advanced settings...
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EN-17 Then navigate to the feature you wish to adjust. 3 The Setting menu can be used to bring up the OSD. 2 Using the / keys, select Setting from the OSD. Adjusting the setting 1 Press the MENU key to adjust the screen Menu Language and other important settings.
EN-17 Then navigate to the feature you wish to adjust. 3 The Setting menu can be used to bring up the OSD. 2 Using the / keys, select Setting from the OSD. Adjusting the setting 1 Press the MENU key to adjust the screen Menu Language and other important settings.
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... after adjusting the size of the image before changing or disconnecting the signal cable or switching off -center, too large or too small on and in compliance which may be causing the input signal frequency mismatch. 15 English Troubleshooting Before sending your system. VGA mode Problem No picture visible LED status Blue Off Remedy Using the OSD, adjust brightness and contrast to maximum or reset to the monitor. Amber Check if the power cord is properly connected to their default settings.
... after adjusting the size of the image before changing or disconnecting the signal cable or switching off -center, too large or too small on and in compliance which may be causing the input signal frequency mismatch. 15 English Troubleshooting Before sending your system. VGA mode Problem No picture visible LED status Blue Off Remedy Using the OSD, adjust brightness and contrast to maximum or reset to the monitor. Amber Check if the power cord is properly connected to their default settings.
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Check if the video signal cable is properly connected to their default settings. Amber Check if the AC power cord is properly connected at the back of monitor. Check that the computer system is switched on and in power saving/ standby mode. English 16 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.
Check if the video signal cable is properly connected to their default settings. Amber Check if the AC power cord is properly connected at the back of monitor. Check that the computer system is switched on and in power saving/ standby mode. English 16 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.