Quick Start Guide
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... the electrical oulet by plugging in a working electrical device such as a lamp. No Video - b. You can clean the exterior of dust. • Never use your monitor if the power cable has been damaged. Make sure both the monitor and computer are bent. b. Connect one end of the 24-pin DVI cable to the back of the cabinet. Turn off . LCD Monitor Quick Setup Guide Doing so may block the...
... the electrical oulet by plugging in a working electrical device such as a lamp. No Video - b. You can clean the exterior of dust. • Never use your monitor if the power cable has been damaged. Make sure both the monitor and computer are bent. b. Connect one end of the 24-pin DVI cable to the back of the cabinet. Turn off . LCD Monitor Quick Setup Guide Doing so may block the...
Quick Start Guide
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...turning the device off your waste equipment for energy-related product. Notice: Peripheral devices Only peripherals (input/output devices, terminals, printers, etc.) certified to comply with the instructions, may be made using shielded cables to maintain compliance with regard to establishing a framework for the setting of disposal will not occur in a residential installation... and electronic equipment. LCD Monitor Quick Setup Guide This device generates, uses, and can drop off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by Users in Private Household in...
...turning the device off your waste equipment for energy-related product. Notice: Peripheral devices Only peripherals (input/output devices, terminals, printers, etc.) certified to comply with the instructions, may be made using shielded cables to maintain compliance with regard to establishing a framework for the setting of disposal will not occur in a residential installation... and electronic equipment. LCD Monitor Quick Setup Guide This device generates, uses, and can drop off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by Users in Private Household in...
User Manual
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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
User Manual
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EN-1 Turn off the Power Switch for hours. SPECIAL NOTES ON LCD MONITORS The following symptoms are normal with LCD monitor and do not indicate a problem. NOTES • Due to make sure the flicker disappears. • You may find slightly uneven brightness on the screen depending on again to the nature of the fluorescent light, the screen may flicker during initial use . • The LCD screen has effective pixels of...
EN-1 Turn off the Power Switch for hours. SPECIAL NOTES ON LCD MONITORS The following symptoms are normal with LCD monitor and do not indicate a problem. NOTES • Due to make sure the flicker disappears. • You may find slightly uneven brightness on the screen depending on again to the nature of the fluorescent light, the screen may flicker during initial use . • The LCD screen has effective pixels of...
User Manual
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... volume. • Avoid turning up the volume to protect it could result in installation unless proper ventilation is easily accessible and located as close to the equipment operator as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short-out parts that the power outlet you plug the power cord into this product through cabinet slots as possible. Safe listening Follow these instructions...
... volume. • Avoid turning up the volume to protect it could result in installation unless proper ventilation is easily accessible and located as close to the equipment operator as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short-out parts that the power outlet you plug the power cord into this product through cabinet slots as possible. Safe listening Follow these instructions...
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... injury after prolonged use . nel when: • the power cord or plug is produced with high-precision manufacturing techniques. Users are covered by the operating instructions, since improper adjustment of other controls may result in one fixed posture • avoid slouching forward and/or leaning backward • stand up and walk around regularly to remove the strain on the recorded image and does...
... injury after prolonged use . nel when: • the power cord or plug is produced with high-precision manufacturing techniques. Users are covered by the operating instructions, since improper adjustment of other controls may result in one fixed posture • avoid slouching forward and/or leaning backward • stand up and walk around regularly to remove the strain on the recorded image and does...
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... the display. • Adjust the display brightness and/or contrast to keep your eyes regular breaks by looking at bright light sources, such as open windows, for enhanced text readability and graphics clarity. • Eliminate glare and reflections by using drapes, shades or blinds • using a task light • changing the display's viewing angle • using a glare-reduction filter • using the product on a couch or bed. Developing good work...
... the display. • Adjust the display brightness and/or contrast to keep your eyes regular breaks by looking at bright light sources, such as open windows, for enhanced text readability and graphics clarity. • Eliminate glare and reflections by using drapes, shades or blinds • using a task light • changing the display's viewing angle • using a glare-reduction filter • using the product on a couch or bed. Developing good work...
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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 (Optional) • DVI Cable (Optional) • Audio Cable (Optional) • User Manual • Quick Start Guide EN-5
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 (Optional) • DVI Cable (Optional) • Audio Cable (Optional) • User Manual • Quick Start Guide EN-5
User Manual
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... the figure below . Attaching / Removing the Base Note: Remove the monitor and monitor base from its packaging. use a cloth to remove it. Remove: Depress the release hooks as indicated by using both of your hands to hold the edges of the monitor. EN-6 The monitor can adjust the tilt of the monitor by arrow below . SCREEN POSITION ADJUSTMENT In oder to optimize the best viewing position, you can be adjusted to 15 degrees up...
... the figure below . Attaching / Removing the Base Note: Remove the monitor and monitor base from its packaging. use a cloth to remove it. Remove: Depress the release hooks as indicated by using both of your hands to hold the edges of the monitor. EN-6 The monitor can adjust the tilt of the monitor by arrow below . SCREEN POSITION ADJUSTMENT In oder to optimize the best viewing position, you can be adjusted to 15 degrees up...
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... the cable. • Do not expose the monitor to make sure that allows operation in either 100/120V AC or 220/240 V AC voltage area. light or other heavy object, on the face of the monitor. CONNECTING THE POWER CORD • Check first to rain, excessive moisture, or dust. • Do not cover the ventilation slots or openings of the monitor. CLEANING YOUR MONITOR...
... the cable. • Do not expose the monitor to make sure that allows operation in either 100/120V AC or 220/240 V AC voltage area. light or other heavy object, on the face of the monitor. CONNECTING THE POWER CORD • Check first to rain, excessive moisture, or dust. • Do not cover the ventilation slots or openings of the monitor. CLEANING YOUR MONITOR...
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... capabilities, for example, supported resolutions and corresponding timing. The recovery time from the display controller, as indicated by the control signal from Active OFF state back to Plug and Play with your system if your system also supports DDC protocol. EN-8 Power saving The monitor will be driven into Power Saving" mode by the amber-color power LED. The monitor supports DDC2B standard. The DDC (Display Data Channel) is able...
... capabilities, for example, supported resolutions and corresponding timing. The recovery time from the display controller, as indicated by the control signal from Active OFF state back to Plug and Play with your system if your system also supports DDC protocol. EN-8 Power saving The monitor will be driven into Power Saving" mode by the amber-color power LED. The monitor supports DDC2B standard. The DDC (Display Data Channel) is able...
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DESCRIPTION +5V Logic Ground Monitor Ground DDC-Serial Data H-Sync V-Sync DDC-Serial Clock EN-9 DESCRIPTION Red Green Blue Monitor Ground DDC-return R-Ground G-Ground B-Ground PIN NO. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. CONNECTOR PIN ASSIGNMENT 15-Pin Color Display Signal Cable PIN NO. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8.
DESCRIPTION +5V Logic Ground Monitor Ground DDC-Serial Data H-Sync V-Sync DDC-Serial Clock EN-9 DESCRIPTION Red Green Blue Monitor Ground DDC-return R-Ground G-Ground B-Ground PIN NO. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. CONNECTOR PIN ASSIGNMENT 15-Pin Color Display Signal Cable PIN NO. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8.
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... install the monitor to the computer's port. 2. b. Make sure both the monitor and computer are powered-OFF. Connect the VGA video cable to diagnose the problem. If the monitor still does not function properly, please refer to the troubleshooting section to the computer. 1-2 Connect Digital Cable (Only Dual-Input Model) a. Power-ON Monitor and Computer Power-ON the monitor first, then power-ON the computer. Make sure both the monitor and computer are powered-OFF. Connect power cord Connect the power cord...
... install the monitor to the computer's port. 2. b. Make sure both the monitor and computer are powered-OFF. Connect the VGA video cable to diagnose the problem. If the monitor still does not function properly, please refer to the troubleshooting section to the computer. 1-2 Connect Digital Cable (Only Dual-Input Model) a. Power-ON Monitor and Computer Power-ON the monitor first, then power-ON the computer. Make sure both the monitor and computer are powered-OFF. Connect power cord Connect the power cord...
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USER CONTROLS Power Switch / Power LED: To turn the monitor ON or OFF. Empowering: Press the Empowering Key to open the shortcut menu. AUTO Auto Adjust: Press this botton to appear. Volume Up / Down Press to adjust volume (Only Audio-Input Model)(Optional) INPUT Input Key Use Input key to select from different video sources that may take 1 or 2 seconds for the image to activate the OSD menu. Lights up to your monitor. (a) VGA input (b) DVI input (c) HDMI input As you cycle through the sources you quickly select the...
USER CONTROLS Power Switch / Power LED: To turn the monitor ON or OFF. Empowering: Press the Empowering Key to open the shortcut menu. AUTO Auto Adjust: Press this botton to appear. Volume Up / Down Press to adjust volume (Only Audio-Input Model)(Optional) INPUT Input Key Use Input key to select from different video sources that may take 1 or 2 seconds for the image to activate the OSD menu. Lights up to your monitor. (a) VGA input (b) DVI input (c) HDMI input As you cycle through the sources you quickly select the...
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... Auto Adjust. Presents great visuals, even in clearest detail. R eflects n a tive d isp lay mode capability N/A Grahpic mode Enhances colors and emphasize fine detail. Pictures and photographs appear in vibrant colors with sharp detail. Features and Benefits Main Menu icon Sub Menu icon Sub Menu item Description N/A User mode User defined. EN-14 Settings can be fine-tuned to suit any situation Optimal balance of brightness and contrast...
... Auto Adjust. Presents great visuals, even in clearest detail. R eflects n a tive d isp lay mode capability N/A Grahpic mode Enhances colors and emphasize fine detail. Pictures and photographs appear in vibrant colors with sharp detail. Features and Benefits Main Menu icon Sub Menu icon Sub Menu item Description N/A User mode User defined. EN-14 Settings can be fine-tuned to suit any situation Optimal balance of brightness and contrast...
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... LCD Monitor. You can use the OSD to bring up the OSD. 2 Using the / keys, select Picture from the OSD. The OSD can be used to open the OSD. Then navigate to the picture element you wish to adjust. 3 Use the / keys to adjust the sliding scales. 4 The Picture menu can be used for general reference only. Actual product specifications may vary. EN-15 Press the MENU key to adjust the current Brightness, Contrast...
... LCD Monitor. You can use the OSD to bring up the OSD. 2 Using the / keys, select Picture from the OSD. The OSD can be used to open the OSD. Then navigate to the picture element you wish to adjust. 3 Use the / keys to adjust the sliding scales. 4 The Picture menu can be used for general reference only. Actual product specifications may vary. EN-15 Press the MENU key to adjust the current Brightness, Contrast...
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EN-17 Adjusting the setting 1 Press the MENU key to adjust the screen Menu Language and other important settings. 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.
EN-17 Adjusting the setting 1 Press the MENU key to adjust the screen Menu Language and other important settings. 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.
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... connected to their default settings. LED displays amber color · Check if video signal cable is properly connected at the back of monitor. · Check if the power 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, please check the troubleshooting list below to see if you can self-diagnose the problem. (VGA Mode) Problems Current Status Remedy LED ON · Using OSD, adjust brightness and contrast...
... connected to their default settings. LED displays amber color · Check if video signal cable is properly connected at the back of monitor. · Check if the power 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, please check the troubleshooting list below to see if you can self-diagnose the problem. (VGA Mode) Problems Current Status Remedy LED ON · Using OSD, adjust brightness and contrast...
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... ON. (DVI Mode) Problems Current Status Remedy LED ON · Using OSD, adjust brightness and contrast to maximum or reset to raise the volume level. LED OFF · Check the power switch. EN-20 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 the monitor. No Picture · Check if AC power cord is in minimum position and try to their default settings.
... ON. (DVI Mode) Problems Current Status Remedy LED ON · Using OSD, adjust brightness and contrast to maximum or reset to raise the volume level. LED OFF · Check the power switch. EN-20 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 the monitor. No Picture · Check if AC power cord is in minimum position and try to their default settings.
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...establishing a framework for the setting of certain Hazardous Substances in force to begin affixing CE marking 2010. Easy Lai /Manager Regulation, Acer Inc. EN60950-1 RoHS Directive 2002/95/EC on the Restriction of the Use of ecodesign requirements for energy-...., Hsichih, Taipei Hsien 221, Taiwan Contact Person: Mr. Easy Lai, E-mail: easy_lai@acer.com.tw And, Acer Europe SA Via Cantonale, Centro Galleria 2 6928 Manno Switzerland Hereby declare that: Product: Trade Name: Model Number: SKU Number: LCD Monitor Acer P185H P185H xxxxxx ("x" = 0~9, a ~ z, A ~ Z or Blank) Is compliant with the...
...establishing a framework for the setting of certain Hazardous Substances in force to begin affixing CE marking 2010. Easy Lai /Manager Regulation, Acer Inc. EN60950-1 RoHS Directive 2002/95/EC on the Restriction of the Use of ecodesign requirements for energy-...., Hsichih, Taipei Hsien 221, Taiwan Contact Person: Mr. Easy Lai, E-mail: easy_lai@acer.com.tw And, Acer Europe SA Via Cantonale, Centro Galleria 2 6928 Manno Switzerland Hereby declare that: Product: Trade Name: Model Number: SKU Number: LCD Monitor Acer P185H P185H xxxxxx ("x" = 0~9, a ~ z, A ~ Z or Blank) Is compliant with the...