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...% or more. NOTES · Due to make sure the flicker disappears. · You may flicker during initial use. Turn off the Power Switch for hours. P201W SPECIAL NOTES ON LCD MONITORS The following symptoms are normal with LCD monitor and do not indicate a problem. EN-1
...% or more. NOTES · Due to make sure the flicker disappears. · You may flicker during initial use. Turn off the Power Switch for hours. P201W SPECIAL NOTES ON LCD MONITORS The following symptoms are normal with LCD monitor and do not indicate a problem. EN-1
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... to the equipment, be blocked or covered. CAUTION for accessibility Be sure that could be blocked by hearing experts,to protect your safety and comfort P201W Safety instructions Read these instructions, suggested by placing the product on the product. If the product falls, it from lithium battery pack. Never spill liquid...
... to the equipment, be blocked or covered. CAUTION for accessibility Be sure that could be blocked by hearing experts,to protect your safety and comfort P201W Safety instructions Read these instructions, suggested by placing the product on the product. If the product falls, it from lithium battery pack. Never spill liquid...
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.... Nevertheless, some pixels may lead to carpal tunnel syndrome, tendonitis, tenosynovitis or other recurring or persistent discomfort and/or pain related to qualified service personnel. P201W Product servicing Do not attempt to service this product from staying too long in one fixed posture • avoid slouching forward and/or leaning backward...
.... Nevertheless, some pixels may lead to carpal tunnel syndrome, tendonitis, tenosynovitis or other recurring or persistent discomfort and/or pain related to qualified service personnel. P201W Product servicing Do not attempt to service this product from staying too long in one fixed posture • avoid slouching forward and/or leaning backward...
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... contact lenses, glare, excessive room lighting, poorly focused screens, very small typefaces and low-contrast displays could stress your eyes. Warning! P201W • take breaks regularly, and do not recommend using the product on a distant point. • Blink frequently to make your computer... breaks by : • placing your desk to reduce eyestrain. Developing good work habits Develop the following websites: Worldwide: http://global.acer.com/about/sustainability.htm EN-4 If this is unavoidable, work habits to keep your eyes point downward when looking at the middle of...
... contact lenses, glare, excessive room lighting, poorly focused screens, very small typefaces and low-contrast displays could stress your eyes. Warning! P201W • take breaks regularly, and do not recommend using the product on a distant point. • Blink frequently to make your computer... breaks by : • placing your desk to reduce eyestrain. Developing good work habits Develop the following websites: Worldwide: http://global.acer.com/about/sustainability.htm EN-4 If this is unavoidable, work habits to keep your eyes point downward when looking at the middle of...
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P201W 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 · DVI Cable · D-Sub Cable (Only Dual-Input Model) · User Manual · Quick Start Guide EN-5
P201W 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 · DVI Cable · D-Sub Cable (Only Dual-Input Model) · User Manual · Quick Start Guide EN-5
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... In oder to optimize the best viewing position, you can be adjusted to 15 degrees up or 5 degrees down as shown in the figure below . P201W Attaching / Removing the Base Install: Align the release button on the bottom of the monitor with the corresponding slots on the bottom of the monitor...
... In oder to optimize the best viewing position, you can be adjusted to 15 degrees up or 5 degrees down as shown in the figure below . P201W Attaching / Removing the Base Install: Align the release button on the bottom of the monitor with the corresponding slots on the bottom of the monitor...
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... or scratch to the screen, as screen is fragile. light or other heavy object, on the face of H05VV-F cord and plug rated 10 A, 250 V. P201W CONNECTING THE POWER CORD · Check first to make sure that allows operation in which the equipment will be installed. Always put the monitor in...
... or scratch to the screen, as screen is fragile. light or other heavy object, on the face of H05VV-F cord and plug rated 10 A, 250 V. P201W CONNECTING THE POWER CORD · Check first to make sure that allows operation in which the equipment will be installed. Always put the monitor in...
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... monitor is activated. The DDC (Display Data Channel) is around 3 seconds. The monitor supports DDC2B standard. DDC To make your system also supports DDC protocol. P201W Power saving The monitor will be driven into Power Saving" mode by the amber-color power LED. State ON Power Saving Mode LED Light Blue...
... monitor is activated. The DDC (Display Data Channel) is around 3 seconds. The monitor supports DDC2B standard. DDC To make your system also supports DDC protocol. P201W Power saving The monitor will be driven into Power Saving" mode by the amber-color power LED. State ON Power Saving Mode LED Light Blue...
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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. DESCRIPTION +5V Logic Ground Monitor Ground DDC-Serial Data H-Sync V-Sync DDC-Serial Clock EN-9 CONNECTOR PIN ASSIGNMENT P201W 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 P201W 15-Pin Color Display Signal Cable PIN NO. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8.
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TMDS Data 2/4 Shield 15. GND(return for +5V hsync.vsync) 4. TMDS Data0- 6. NC 10. NC 16. Hot Plug Detect 5. TMDS Data1- 21. NC 24. EN-10 TMDS Data 1/3 Shield 23. NC 20. NC 17. DDC Data 19. NC 9. TMDS Clock Shield 11. TMDS Clock+ 12. DDC TMDS Clock- TMDS Data2+ 14. +5V Power 3. DDC Clock 18. TMDS Data 0/5 Shield 8. TMDS Data0+ 7. TMDS Data1+ 22. P201W 24-Pin Color Display Signal Cable PIN Meaning PIN Meaning 1. NC 2. TMDS Data2- 13.
TMDS Data 2/4 Shield 15. GND(return for +5V hsync.vsync) 4. TMDS Data0- 6. NC 10. NC 16. Hot Plug Detect 5. TMDS Data1- 21. NC 24. EN-10 TMDS Data 1/3 Shield 23. NC 20. NC 17. DDC Data 19. NC 9. TMDS Clock Shield 11. TMDS Clock+ 12. DDC TMDS Clock- TMDS Data2+ 14. +5V Power 3. DDC Clock 18. TMDS Data 0/5 Shield 8. TMDS Data0+ 7. TMDS Data1+ 22. P201W 24-Pin Color Display Signal Cable PIN Meaning PIN Meaning 1. NC 2. TMDS Data2- 13.
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... must have 1 KHz difference for horizontal frequency or 1 Hz for different modes, the monitor has default setting modes that are different from the default modes. P201W Standard Timing Table To reduce the need for adjustment for vertical frequency or the sync signal polarities are most commonly used as a user mode is...
... must have 1 KHz difference for horizontal frequency or 1 Hz for different modes, the monitor has default setting modes that are different from the default modes. P201W Standard Timing Table To reduce the need for adjustment for vertical frequency or the sync signal polarities are most commonly used as a user mode is...
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... does not function properly, please refer to the troubleshooting section to your host system, please follow the steps as given below: Steps 1. 1-1 Connect Video Cable a. P201W INSTALLATION To install the monitor to diagnose the problem. Connect power cord Connect the power cord to the monitor, then to a properly grounded AC outlet...
... does not function properly, please refer to the troubleshooting section to your host system, please follow the steps as given below: Steps 1. 1-1 Connect Video Cable a. P201W INSTALLATION To install the monitor to diagnose the problem. Connect power cord Connect the power cord to the monitor, then to a properly grounded AC outlet...
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USER CONTROLS P201W 3 4 6 5 5 12 Front Panel Controls 1.Power Switch: To turn ON or OFF the power. 2.Power LED: Lights up to indicate the power is turned ON. 3.Empowering / ...
USER CONTROLS P201W 3 4 6 5 5 12 Front Panel Controls 1.Power Switch: To turn ON or OFF the power. 2.Power LED: Lights up to indicate the power is turned ON. 3.Empowering / ...
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... If selected to change the settings of the current function. 5. Only Dual Input Model EN-14 Press < or > to "Acer eColor Management " item, will appear the Standard OSD I. Press < or > to adjust any other function, repeat steps 2-4. · P/X Series OSD behave When user press... the MENU-button to select the function that you want to "USER" item, will appear the Acer eColor" OSD B. Only Analog Input Model II. USER If selected to adjust. 4. To exit and save, select the exit function. P201W HOW TO ADJUST A SETTING 1. Press the MENU-button to activate the OSD window. 2.
... If selected to change the settings of the current function. 5. Only Dual Input Model EN-14 Press < or > to "Acer eColor Management " item, will appear the Standard OSD I. Press < or > to adjust any other function, repeat steps 2-4. · P/X Series OSD behave When user press... the MENU-button to select the function that you want to "USER" item, will appear the Acer eColor" OSD B. Only Analog Input Model II. USER If selected to adjust. 4. To exit and save, select the exit function. P201W HOW TO ADJUST A SETTING 1. Press the MENU-button to activate the OSD window. 2.
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... analog mode only) Clock Adjust picture Clock (available in analog mode only) EN-15 · ADJUSTING THE PICTURE The descriptions for function control LEDS A. Acer eColor Management P201W Main Menu icon Sub Menu icon N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A Sub Menu item Description User mode User defined. Pictures and photographs appear in clearest detail. R eflects n a tive d isp...
... analog mode only) Clock Adjust picture Clock (available in analog mode only) EN-15 · ADJUSTING THE PICTURE The descriptions for function control LEDS A. Acer eColor Management P201W Main Menu icon Sub Menu icon N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A Sub Menu item Description User mode User defined. Pictures and photographs appear in clearest detail. R eflects n a tive d isp...
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Position V. Set the color temperature to warm white. User /Red User /Green Adjusts Red/Green/Blue intensity. P201W Main Menu Icon Sub Menu Icon N/A N/A Sub Menu Item H. Position Warm Cool Description Adjust the horizontal position. (available in Analog mode only) Adjust the vertical position. (available in Analog mode only) Set the color temperature to cool white. N/A Italiano N/A N/A N/A Suomi N/A Nederlands EMEA version OSD only N/A Pyccknn EN-16 User /Blue N/A English N/A N/A Deutsch N/A Francais N/A Espanol Multi-language selection.
Position V. Set the color temperature to warm white. User /Red User /Green Adjusts Red/Green/Blue intensity. P201W Main Menu Icon Sub Menu Icon N/A N/A Sub Menu Item H. Position Warm Cool Description Adjust the horizontal position. (available in Analog mode only) Adjust the vertical position. (available in Analog mode only) Set the color temperature to cool white. N/A Italiano N/A N/A N/A Suomi N/A Nederlands EMEA version OSD only N/A Pyccknn EN-16 User /Blue N/A English N/A N/A Deutsch N/A Francais N/A Espanol Multi-language selection.
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.... N/A Exit Save user adjustment and OSD disappear. N/A Reset Clear each old status of current input timing. OSD Timeout Adjust the OSD timeout. Main Menu Icon P201W Sub Menu Icon Sub Menu Item H. Position Adjust the vertical position of the OSD. EN-17 Position Description Adjust the horizontal position of the OSD.
.... N/A Exit Save user adjustment and OSD disappear. N/A Reset Clear each old status of current input timing. OSD Timeout Adjust the OSD timeout. Main Menu Icon P201W Sub Menu Icon Sub Menu Item H. Position Adjust the vertical position of the OSD. EN-17 Position Description Adjust the horizontal position of the OSD.
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· Acer eColor Management OSD P201W · Operation instructions Acer eColor Management Step 1: Press " Key " to open the Acer eColor Management OSD and access the scenario modes Step 2: Press "" to select the mode Step 3: Press " Auto Key " to confirm the mode and run Auto Adjust · Features and Benefits EN-18
· Acer eColor Management OSD P201W · Operation instructions Acer eColor Management Step 1: Press " Key " to open the Acer eColor Management OSD and access the scenario modes Step 2: Press "" to select the mode Step 3: Press " Auto Key " to confirm the mode and run Auto Adjust · Features and Benefits EN-18
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...-diagnose the problem. (VGA Mode) Problems Current Status Remedy LED ON · Using OSD, adjust brightness and contrast to maximum or reset to the monitor. P201W 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...
...-diagnose the problem. (VGA Mode) Problems Current Status Remedy LED ON · Using OSD, adjust brightness and contrast to maximum or reset to the monitor. P201W 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...
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EN-20 LED OFF · Check the power switch. · Check if AC power cord is ON. LED displays amber color · Check if video signal cable is properly connected at the back of monitor. · Check if the power of computer system is properly connected to their default settings. (DVI Mode) P201W Problems No Picture Current Status Remedy LED ON · Using OSD, adjust brightness and contrast to maximum or reset to the monitor.
EN-20 LED OFF · Check the power switch. · Check if AC power cord is ON. LED displays amber color · Check if video signal cable is properly connected at the back of monitor. · Check if the power of computer system is properly connected to their default settings. (DVI Mode) P201W Problems No Picture Current Status Remedy LED ON · Using OSD, adjust brightness and contrast to maximum or reset to the monitor.