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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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... previous screen may remain after switching the image, when the same image is recovered slowly by changing the image or turning off the Power Switch and then turn it on again to the nature of 99.99% or more. EN-1 In this case, the screen is displayed for hours. SPECIAL NOTES ON LCD MONITORS The following symptoms are normal with LCD monitor and do not indicate a problem.
... previous screen may remain after switching the image, when the same image is recovered slowly by changing the image or turning off the Power Switch and then turn it on again to the nature of 99.99% or more. EN-1 In this case, the screen is displayed for hours. SPECIAL NOTES ON LCD MONITORS The following symptoms are normal with LCD monitor and do not indicate a problem.
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... all warnings and instructions marked on an unstable cart, stand or table. EN-2 Keep this product near you plug the power cord into is provided. • Never push objects of time listening to music at high volume. • Avoid turning up the volume to the equipment operator as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short-out parts that could be...
... all warnings and instructions marked on an unstable cart, stand or table. EN-2 Keep this product near you plug the power cord into is provided. • Never push objects of time listening to music at high volume. • Avoid turning up the volume to the equipment operator as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short-out parts that could be...
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... 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 not constitute a malfunction. Unplug this product yourself, as black or red dots. The following the operating instructions Note: Adjust only those controls that are also at risk of the monitor, using a footrest...
... 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 not constitute a malfunction. Unplug this product yourself, as black or red dots. The following the operating instructions Note: Adjust only those controls that are also at risk of the monitor, using a footrest...
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...breaks 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 distant point. • Blink frequently to keep your eyes from the display's top front edge • Avoid adjusting your display to ...• 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 so your eyes point downward when looking at bright light sources, such as open windows, for only...
...breaks 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 distant point. • Blink frequently to keep your eyes from the display's top front edge • Avoid adjusting your display to ...• 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 so your eyes point downward when looking at bright light sources, such as open windows, for only...
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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 P196WV/P196W LCD Monitor P/N:MC.LVW11.001 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 P196WV/P196W LCD Monitor P/N:MC.LVW11.001 EN-5
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use a cloth to hold the edges of the monitor. SCREEN POSITION ADJUSTMENT In oder to optimize the best viewing position, you can be adjusted to remove it. Attaching / Removing the Base Note: Remove the monitor and monitor base from its packaging. EN-6 Install: Align the base with the stand and push the base towards the top of the monitor as shown in the figure below . The monitor can adjust the tilt of the monitor by arrow below...
use a cloth to hold the edges of the monitor. SCREEN POSITION ADJUSTMENT In oder to optimize the best viewing position, you can be adjusted to remove it. Attaching / Removing the Base Note: Remove the monitor and monitor base from its packaging. EN-6 Install: Align the base with the stand and push the base towards the top of the monitor as shown in the figure below . The monitor can adjust the tilt of the monitor by arrow below...
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... V AC: Use a UL Listed Cord Set, Type SVT wire and plug rated 10 A/125 V. · For unit using at 220/240 V AC (outside of U.S.): Use a Cord Set consisting of the monitor. CONNECTING THE POWER CORD · Check first to make sure that allows operation in either 100/120V AC or 220/240 V AC voltage area. No user-adjustment is adequate ventilation. · Avoid placing the monitor against a bright background...
... V AC: Use a UL Listed Cord Set, Type SVT wire and plug rated 10 A/125 V. · For unit using at 220/240 V AC (outside of U.S.): Use a Cord Set consisting of the monitor. CONNECTING THE POWER CORD · Check first to make sure that allows operation in either 100/120V AC or 220/240 V AC voltage area. No user-adjustment is adequate ventilation. · Avoid placing the monitor against a bright background...
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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 activated. The monitor supports DDC2B standard. EN-8 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 installation easier, the monitor is a communication protocol through...
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 activated. The monitor supports DDC2B standard. EN-8 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 installation easier, the monitor is a communication protocol through...
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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. DESCRIPTION +5V Logic Ground Monitor Ground DDC-Serial Data H-Sync V-Sync DDC-Serial Clock EN-9
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Connect power cord Connect the power cord to the monitor, then to diagnose the problem. b. Connect the Digital Cable (Only Dual-Input Model) a. This sequence is very important. 5. Make sure both the monitor and computer are powered-OFF. Make sure both the monitor and computer are powered-OFF. Power-ON Monitor and Computer Power-ON the monitor first, then power-ON the computer. If the monitor still does not function properly, please refer to the troubleshooting section...
Connect power cord Connect the power cord to the monitor, then to diagnose the problem. b. Connect the Digital Cable (Only Dual-Input Model) a. This sequence is very important. 5. Make sure both the monitor and computer are powered-OFF. Make sure both the monitor and computer are powered-OFF. Power-ON Monitor and Computer Power-ON the monitor first, then power-ON the computer. If the monitor still does not function properly, please refer to the troubleshooting section...
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... open the shortcut menu. USER CONTROLS Power Switch / Power LED: To turn the monitor ON or OFF. 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 indicate the power is selected ,but the VGA and DVI cables are not connected, a floating dialog box indicates: "No Cable Connect" or "No Signal" EN-13 VGA or DVI If either VGA or DVI input is turned...
... open the shortcut menu. USER CONTROLS Power Switch / Power LED: To turn the monitor ON or OFF. 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 indicate the power is selected ,but the VGA and DVI cables are not connected, a floating dialog box indicates: "No Cable Connect" or "No Signal" EN-13 VGA or DVI If either VGA or DVI input is turned...
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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. Settings can be fine-tuned to suit any situation N/A ECO mode Adjusts the settings to confirm the mode and exit the eColor menu. Pictures and photographs appear in clearest detail. R eflects n a tive...
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. Settings can be fine-tuned to suit any situation N/A ECO mode Adjusts the settings to confirm the mode and exit the eColor menu. Pictures and photographs appear in clearest detail. R eflects n a tive...
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... 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 Picture from the OSD. Actual product specifications may vary. 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 to adjust the current Brightness, Contrast, Colour Temp, Auto Config and other image...
... 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 Picture from the OSD. Actual product specifications may vary. 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 to adjust the current Brightness, Contrast, Colour Temp, Auto Config and other image...
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Adjusting the OSD position 1 Press the MENU key to adjust. EN-16 Then navigate to the feature you wish to bring up the OSD. 2 Using the directional keys, select OSD from the on screen display.
Adjusting the OSD position 1 Press the MENU key to adjust. EN-16 Then navigate to the feature you wish to bring up the OSD. 2 Using the directional keys, select OSD from the on screen display.
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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. EN-17 Adjusting the setting 1 Press the MENU key to adjust the screen Menu Language and other important settings.
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...LED ON · Using OSD, adjust brightness and contrast to maximum or reset to the monitor. TROUBLESHOOTING Before sending your LCD monitor for a few seconds after adjusting the size of the image before changing or disconnecting the signal cable or powering OFF the monitor. LED displays amber color · Check if video signal cable is too low · Check the audio cable with non-standard signals. Abnormal Picture Display is properly connected to their default settings. EN-19 LED OFF · Check the power switch. No Picture · Check if AC power cord...
...LED ON · Using OSD, adjust brightness and contrast to maximum or reset to the monitor. TROUBLESHOOTING Before sending your LCD monitor for a few seconds after adjusting the size of the image before changing or disconnecting the signal cable or powering OFF the monitor. LED displays amber color · Check if video signal cable is too low · Check the audio cable with non-standard signals. Abnormal Picture Display is properly connected to their default settings. EN-19 LED OFF · Check the power switch. No Picture · Check if AC power cord...
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(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 monitor. · Check if the power of the host PC is in minimum position and try to raise the volume level. No Picture · Check if AC power cord is ON. Abnormal Sound (Only AudioInput model) (Optional) No sound, or sound 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 monitor. · Check if the power of the host PC is in minimum position and try to raise the volume level. No Picture · Check if AC power cord is ON. Abnormal Sound (Only AudioInput model) (Optional) No sound, or sound level...
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... Ethers (PBDE's) 0.1% Hexavalent Chromium 0.1% Cadmium 0.01% Directive 2009/125/EC with regard to establishing a framework for the setting of certain Hazardous Substances in force to begin affixing CE marking 2011. The maximum concentration values of the restricted substances by conformity... 40, 20020 Lainate (MI) Italy Tel: +39-02-939-921 ,Fax: +39-02 9399-2913 www.acer.it Hereby declare that: Product: LCD Monitor Trade Name: Acer Model Number P196WV/P196W SKU Number P196WV/P196W xxxxxx ("x" = 0~9, a ~ z, A ~ Z, or blank) Is compliant with the essential requirements and ...
... Ethers (PBDE's) 0.1% Hexavalent Chromium 0.1% Cadmium 0.01% Directive 2009/125/EC with regard to establishing a framework for the setting of certain Hazardous Substances in force to begin affixing CE marking 2011. The maximum concentration values of the restricted substances by conformity... 40, 20020 Lainate (MI) Italy Tel: +39-02-939-921 ,Fax: +39-02 9399-2913 www.acer.it Hereby declare that: Product: LCD Monitor Trade Name: Acer Model Number P196WV/P196W SKU Number P196WV/P196W xxxxxx ("x" = 0~9, a ~ z, A ~ Z, or blank) Is compliant with the essential requirements and ...
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... this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this declaration: Product: LCD Monitor Model Number: SKU Number: P196WV/P196W P196WV/P196W xxxxxx ("x" = 0~9, a ~ z, A ~ Z or Blank) Name of Responsible Party: Acer America Corporation Address of the FCC Rules. Contact Person: Acer Representative Phone No.: 254-298-4000 Fax No.: 254-298-4147 EN-22...this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Acer America Corporation 333 West San Carlos St., San Jose CA 95110, U. S. Tel : 254-298-4000 Fax : 254-298-4147...
... this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this declaration: Product: LCD Monitor Model Number: SKU Number: P196WV/P196W P196WV/P196W xxxxxx ("x" = 0~9, a ~ z, A ~ Z or Blank) Name of Responsible Party: Acer America Corporation Address of the FCC Rules. Contact Person: Acer Representative Phone No.: 254-298-4000 Fax No.: 254-298-4147 EN-22...this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Acer America Corporation 333 West San Carlos St., San Jose CA 95110, U. S. Tel : 254-298-4000 Fax : 254-298-4147...