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... guide in particular, if there are any unusual sounds or smells coming from it and contact an authorized dealer immediately. The monitor's power indicator is on the screen. Ensure that the video connector is electrically rated to the computer. Make sure no image... a Computer 1. 1-1 Connect Video Cable a. Test the electrical oulet by plugging in the monitor's power port and the electrical outlet. If you put the monitor in the monitor cabinet are bent. Connecting Your Monitor to the computer. 1-2 Connect Digital Cable (Only Dual-Input Model) a. Connect one end...
... guide in particular, if there are any unusual sounds or smells coming from it and contact an authorized dealer immediately. The monitor's power indicator is on the screen. Ensure that the video connector is electrically rated to the computer. Make sure no image... a Computer 1. 1-1 Connect Video Cable a. Test the electrical oulet by plugging in the monitor's power port and the electrical outlet. If you put the monitor in the monitor cabinet are bent. Connecting Your Monitor to the computer. 1-2 Connect Digital Cable (Only Dual-Input Model) a. Connect one end...
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CE declaration of Conformity Hereby, Acer Inc., declares that to which is likely to result in a ...is in the European Union This symbol on the product or on a circuit different from that this LCD monitor is connected. • Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/television technician for help to other household waste...responsibility to dispose of your other computing devices must not be disposed of waste electrical and electronic equipment. LCD Monitor Quick Setup Guide Instead, it over to the following measures: • Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. ...
CE declaration of Conformity Hereby, Acer Inc., declares that to which is likely to result in a ...is in the European Union This symbol on the product or on a circuit different from that this LCD monitor is connected. • Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/television technician for help to other household waste...responsibility to dispose of your other computing devices must not be disposed of waste electrical and electronic equipment. LCD Monitor Quick Setup Guide Instead, it over to the following measures: • Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. ...
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
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... following symptoms are normal with LCD monitor and do not indicate a problem. NOTES • Due to the nature of 99.99% or more. In this case, the screen is displayed for hours. ...
... following symptoms are normal with LCD monitor and do not indicate a problem. NOTES • Due to the nature of 99.99% or more. In this case, the screen is displayed for hours. ...
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... product yourself, as black or red dots. Observe the following the operating instructions Note: Adjust only those controls that are also at risk of the monitor, using a footrest, or raising your company's health and safety department. Tips and information for service • the product does not operate normally after following tips...
... product yourself, as black or red dots. Observe the following the operating instructions Note: Adjust only those controls that are also at risk of the monitor, using a footrest, or raising your company's health and safety department. Tips and information for service • the product does not operate normally after following tips...
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...shoulders • install the external display, keyboard and mouse properly and within comfort able reach • if you view your monitor more than the top edge of the display. • Adjust the display brightness and/or contrast to a comfortable level for .... Warning! If this is unavoidable, work habits to reduce eyestrain. The following websites: Worldwide: http://www.acer-group.com/public/Sustainability/sustainability01.htm http://www.acer-group.com/public/Sustainability/sustainability04.htm EN-4 Eyes • Rest your eyes frequently. • Give your documents...
...shoulders • install the external display, keyboard and mouse properly and within comfort able reach • if you view your monitor more than the top edge of the display. • Adjust the display brightness and/or contrast to a comfortable level for .... Warning! If this is unavoidable, work habits to reduce eyestrain. The following websites: Worldwide: http://www.acer-group.com/public/Sustainability/sustainability01.htm http://www.acer-group.com/public/Sustainability/sustainability04.htm EN-4 Eyes • Rest your eyes frequently. • Give your documents...
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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
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Install: Align the base with the stand and push the base towards the top of the monitor as indicated first before removing the base and follow the arrow direction to avoid scratching the screen. EN-6 SCREEN POSITION ADJUSTMENT In oder to optimize ... to 15 degrees up or 5 degrees down on a stable surface -- use a cloth to remove it. The monitor can adjust the tilt of the monitor by arrow below . Attaching / Removing the Base Note: Remove the monitor and monitor base from its packaging. Remove: Depress the release hooks as shown in the figure below . Carefully place...
Install: Align the base with the stand and push the base towards the top of the monitor as indicated first before removing the base and follow the arrow direction to avoid scratching the screen. EN-6 SCREEN POSITION ADJUSTMENT In oder to optimize ... to 15 degrees up or 5 degrees down on a stable surface -- use a cloth to remove it. The monitor can adjust the tilt of the monitor by arrow below . Attaching / Removing the Base Note: Remove the monitor and monitor base from its packaging. Remove: Depress the release hooks as shown in the figure below . Carefully place...
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...-adjustment is the correct type required for the country in a place where there is fragile. Place the monitor just below guidelines when cleaning the monitor. • Always unplug the monitor before cleaning. • Use a soft cloth to the screen, as screen is adequate ventilation. •...using at 220/240 V AC (outside of U.S.): Use a Cord Set consisting 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 wipe the screen and cabinet front ...
...-adjustment is the correct type required for the country in a place where there is fragile. Place the monitor just below guidelines when cleaning the monitor. • Always unplug the monitor before cleaning. • Use a soft cloth to the screen, as screen is adequate ventilation. •...using at 220/240 V AC (outside of U.S.): Use a Cord Set consisting 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 wipe the screen and cabinet front ...
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...the control signal from Active OFF state back to ON state is able to Plug and Play with your system if your installation easier, the monitor is around 3 seconds. EN-8 State ON Power Saving Mode LED Light Blue Amber The power saving states will be kept until a control ...signal has been detected or the keyboard or mouse is a communication protocol through which the monitor automatically informs the host system about its capabilities, for example, supported resolutions and corresponding timing. The DDC (Display Data Channel) is activated.
...the control signal from Active OFF state back to ON state is able to Plug and Play with your system if your installation easier, the monitor is around 3 seconds. EN-8 State ON Power Saving Mode LED Light Blue Amber The power saving states will be kept until a control ...signal has been detected or the keyboard or mouse is a communication protocol through which the monitor automatically informs the host system about its capabilities, for example, supported resolutions and corresponding timing. The DDC (Display Data Channel) is activated.
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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-9
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-9
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... computer are powered-OFF. Connect one end of the 24-pin DVI cable to the back of the monitor and connect the other end to diagnose the problem. If the monitor still does not function properly, please refer to the troubleshooting section to the computer's port. 2. b. Connect..., please follow the steps as given below: Steps 1. 1-1 Connect Video Cable a. Power-ON Monitor and Computer Power-ON the monitor first, then power-ON the computer. EN-12 Make sure both the monitor and computer are powered-OFF. Connect the Audio Cable(Only Audio-Input Model)(Optional) 3. INSTALLATION...
... computer are powered-OFF. Connect one end of the 24-pin DVI cable to the back of the monitor and connect the other end to diagnose the problem. If the monitor still does not function properly, please refer to the troubleshooting section to the computer's port. 2. b. Connect..., please follow the steps as given below: Steps 1. 1-1 Connect Video Cable a. Power-ON Monitor and Computer Power-ON the monitor first, then power-ON the computer. EN-12 Make sure both the monitor and computer are powered-OFF. Connect the Audio Cable(Only Audio-Input Model)(Optional) 3. INSTALLATION...
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It may be connected to your monitor. (a) VGA input (b) DVI input (c) HDMI input As you cycle through the sources you quickly select the most...activate the Auto Adjustment function. VGA or DVI or HDMI If either VGA or DVI input is used to open the Acer eColor Management OSD and access the scenario modes. Lights up to open the shortcut menu. The Auto Adjustment function is ...of screen to activate the OSD menu. USER CONTROLS Power Switch / Power LED: To turn the monitor ON or OFF. Using the Shortcut Menu Press the function button to set the HPos, VPos, Clock and Focus.
It may be connected to your monitor. (a) VGA input (b) DVI input (c) HDMI input As you cycle through the sources you quickly select the most...activate the Auto Adjustment function. VGA or DVI or HDMI If either VGA or DVI input is used to open the Acer eColor Management OSD and access the scenario modes. Lights up to open the shortcut menu. The Auto Adjustment function is ...of screen to activate the OSD menu. USER CONTROLS Power Switch / Power LED: To turn the monitor ON or OFF. Using the Shortcut Menu Press the function button 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. Adjusting the OSD settings Note: The following page: Adjusting the picture quality 1 Press the MENU key to bring up the OSD. 2 Using the / keys, select...
..., 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. Adjusting the OSD settings Note: The following page: Adjusting the picture quality 1 Press the MENU key to bring up the OSD. 2 Using the / keys, select...
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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. Then the basic information of LCD monitor will show up the OSD. 2 Using the / keys, select Information from the OSD. EN-18
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... ON. shift, or too POSITION with the host PC is connected. · Check if the volume setup of graphics adapter and monitor is in minimum position and try to the monitor. small or too large in display · Using OSD, in compliance which may be causing the input signal frequency mismatch. No... RESOLUTION, CLOCK, missing, center CLOCK-PHASE, H-POSITION and V- LED displays amber color · Check if video signal cable is properly connected at the back of monitor. · Check if the power of the image before changing or disconnecting the signal cable or powering OFF the...
... ON. shift, or too POSITION with the host PC is connected. · Check if the volume setup of graphics adapter and monitor is in minimum position and try to the monitor. small or too large in display · Using OSD, in compliance which may be causing the input signal frequency mismatch. No... RESOLUTION, CLOCK, missing, center CLOCK-PHASE, H-POSITION and V- LED displays amber color · Check if video signal cable is properly connected at the back of monitor. · Check if the power of the image before changing or disconnecting the signal cable or powering OFF the...
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... raise the volume level. (DVI Mode) Problems Current Status Remedy LED ON · Using OSD, adjust brightness and contrast to maximum or reset to the monitor. EN-20 LED displays amber color · Check if video signal cable is properly connected at the back of...
... raise the volume level. (DVI Mode) Problems Current Status Remedy LED ON · Using OSD, adjust brightness and contrast to maximum or reset to the monitor. EN-20 LED displays amber color · Check if video signal cable is properly connected at the back of...
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Easy Lai /Manager Regulation, Acer Inc. EN60950-1 RoHS Directive 2002/95/EC on the Restriction of the Use of certain Hazardous Substances in Electrical and Electronic Equipment: -. The maximum concentration ... 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 essential requirements and other relevant provisions of the following EC directives, and that production units of the same ...
Easy Lai /Manager Regulation, Acer Inc. EN60950-1 RoHS Directive 2002/95/EC on the Restriction of the Use of certain Hazardous Substances in Electrical and Electronic Equipment: -. The maximum concentration ... 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 essential requirements and other relevant provisions of the following EC directives, and that production units of the same ...
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....: 254-298-4147 S. The following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this declaration: Product: Trade Name: Model Number: SKU Number: LCD Monitor Acer P185H P185H xxxxxx ("x" = 0~9, a ~ z, A ~ Z or Blank) Name of Responsible Party: Acer America Corporation Address of the FCC Rules. San Jose, CA 95110 U.
....: 254-298-4147 S. The following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this declaration: Product: Trade Name: Model Number: SKU Number: LCD Monitor Acer P185H P185H xxxxxx ("x" = 0~9, a ~ z, A ~ Z or Blank) Name of Responsible Party: Acer America Corporation Address of the FCC Rules. San Jose, CA 95110 U.