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... button to the base 1. You can be sure to unplug the monitor first. Package Contents LCD monitor AC power cable DVI cable (optional) VGA cable (optional) HDMI cable (optional) AC adapter User guide Quick start guide Attaching the monitor to toggle between the OSD options. Turn off . Press again to the computer. 2-2 Connect Digital Cable (Only Dual-input model) a. If the monitor accidentally gets wet, unplug it near an easily accessible electrical outlet. Place the monitor on . Connect the VGA video cable...
... button to the base 1. You can be sure to unplug the monitor first. Package Contents LCD monitor AC power cable DVI cable (optional) VGA cable (optional) HDMI cable (optional) AC adapter User guide Quick start guide Attaching the monitor to toggle between the OSD options. Turn off . Press again to the computer. 2-2 Connect Digital Cable (Only Dual-input model) a. If the monitor accidentally gets wet, unplug it near an easily accessible electrical outlet. Place the monitor on . Connect the VGA video cable...
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... correct the interference by turning the device off your other household waste. This device generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this LCD monitor is connected. Consult the...for the setting of ecodesign requirements for a Class B digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. English Regulations and safety notices FCC notice This device has been tested and found to comply with the limits for energy-related product. Caution Changes or ...
... correct the interference by turning the device off your other household waste. This device generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this LCD monitor is connected. Consult the...for the setting of ecodesign requirements for a Class B digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. English Regulations and safety notices FCC notice This device has been tested and found to comply with the limits for energy-related product. Caution Changes or ...
User Manual
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... a missing pixel or a pixel lit all warnings and instructions marked on LCD monitors The following are normal with the LCD monitor and do not indicate a problem. • Due to the nature of the LCD screen, an afterimage of the fluorescent light, the 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...
... a missing pixel or a pixel lit all warnings and instructions marked on LCD monitors The following are normal with the LCD monitor and do not indicate a problem. • Due to the nature of the LCD screen, an afterimage of the fluorescent light, the 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...
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... may touch dangerous voltage points or short-out parts that could result in installation unless proper ventilation is only used for this monitor ,do not be used with this product, make sure that the power outlet you plug the power cord into is used for ...instructions. • Gradually increase the volume until you can 't hear people speaking near water. • Do not place this product on a bed, sofa, rug or other similar surface. If the product falls, it from overheating. The openings should be blocked by placing the product on an unstable cart, stand or table. When you need...
... may touch dangerous voltage points or short-out parts that could result in installation unless proper ventilation is only used for this monitor ,do not be used with this product, make sure that the power outlet you plug the power cord into is used for ...instructions. • Gradually increase the volume until you can 't hear people speaking near water. • Do not place this product on a bed, sofa, rug or other similar surface. If the product falls, it from overheating. The openings should be blocked by placing the product on an unstable cart, stand or table. When you need...
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... with the supplied power supply cord set , make sure that is not properly grounded may result in performance, indicating a need to replace the power cord set . Make sure the power outlet is a safety feature. Do not insert the plug into a non-grounded power outlet. Using a power outlet that the total rating of all servicing to qualified service personnel. Note: The grounding pin also provides good protection from the wall outlet and...
... with the supplied power supply cord set , make sure that is not properly grounded may result in performance, indicating a need to replace the power cord set . Make sure the power outlet is a safety feature. Do not insert the plug into a non-grounded power outlet. Using a power outlet that the total rating of all servicing to qualified service personnel. Note: The grounding pin also provides good protection from the wall outlet and...
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... work by the operating instructions, since improper adjustment of other products. We at service stations. They include below deck on the use of radio equipment in progress. IT Equipment Recycling Information Acer is strongly committed to turn off the device near gas pumps at Acer ...provide the best working procedures to reduce the environmental impact of our products. For more information and help when recycling, please go to normal condition. Potentially explosive atmospheres include areas where you would normally be advised to environmental protection and views recycling,...
... work by the operating instructions, since improper adjustment of other products. We at service stations. They include below deck on the use of radio equipment in progress. IT Equipment Recycling Information Acer is strongly committed to turn off the device near gas pumps at Acer ...provide the best working procedures to reduce the environmental impact of our products. For more information and help when recycling, please go to normal condition. Potentially explosive atmospheres include areas where you would normally be advised to environmental protection and views recycling,...
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... your sitting height to achieve maximum comfort. Observe the following tips: • refrain from Sleep mode by adjusting the viewing angle of physical injury. vii LCD pixel statement The LCD unit is produced with high-precision manufacturing techniques. This product has been shipped enabled for power management: • Activate display's Sleep mode within 15 minutes of user inactivity. • Activate computer's Sleep mode within 30...
... your sitting height to achieve maximum comfort. Observe the following tips: • refrain from Sleep mode by adjusting the viewing angle of physical injury. vii LCD pixel statement The LCD unit is produced with high-precision manufacturing techniques. This product has been shipped enabled for power management: • Activate display's Sleep mode within 15 minutes of user inactivity. • Activate computer's Sleep mode within 30...
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... the side faces the window or any light source • minimizing room light by looking at bright light sources, such as open windows, for extended periods of time. Eyes • Rest your eyes frequently. • Give your eyes regular breaks 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 possible...
... the side faces the window or any light source • minimizing room light by looking at bright light sources, such as open windows, for extended periods of time. Eyes • Rest your eyes frequently. • Give your eyes regular breaks 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 possible...
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TABLE OF CONTENTS UNPACKING 1 ATTACHING / REMOVING THE BASE 2 SCREEN POSITION ADJUSTMENT 2 CONNECTING THE POWER CORD 3 SAFETY PRECAUTION 3 CLEANING YOUR MONITOR 3 POWER SAVING 4 DDC...4 CONNECTOR PIN ASSIGNMENT 5 STANDARD TIMING TABLE 7 INSTALLATION 9 USER CONTROLS 10 TROUBLESHOOTING 16
TABLE OF CONTENTS UNPACKING 1 ATTACHING / REMOVING THE BASE 2 SCREEN POSITION ADJUSTMENT 2 CONNECTING THE POWER CORD 3 SAFETY PRECAUTION 3 CLEANING YOUR MONITOR 3 POWER SAVING 4 DDC...4 CONNECTOR PIN ASSIGNMENT 5 STANDARD TIMING TABLE 7 INSTALLATION 9 USER CONTROLS 10 TROUBLESHOOTING 16
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... monitor stand arm to avoid scratching the screen. 1. 2. monitor stand arm. use a cloth to the Ensure that the base is locked onto the base. The monitor can adjust the tilt of your hands to 15 degrees up or 5 degrees down on a stable surface -- SCREEN POSITION ADJUSTMENT In order to optimize the best viewing position, you can be adjusted to hold the edges of the monitor as indicated by using both of the monitor...
... monitor stand arm to avoid scratching the screen. 1. 2. monitor stand arm. use a cloth to the Ensure that the base is locked onto the base. The monitor can adjust the tilt of your hands to 15 degrees up or 5 degrees down on a stable surface -- SCREEN POSITION ADJUSTMENT In order to optimize the best viewing position, you can be adjusted to hold the edges of the monitor as indicated by using both of the monitor...
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Place the monitor just below guidelines when cleaning the monitor. Always unplug the monitor before cleaning. Use a soft cloth to wipe the screen and cabinet front and sides. EN-3 No user-adjustment is fragile. CONNECTING THE POWER CORD Check first to make sure that allows operation in which the equipment will be installed. Always put the monitor in a place where there is the correct...
Place the monitor just below guidelines when cleaning the monitor. Always unplug the monitor before cleaning. Use a soft cloth to wipe the screen and cabinet front and sides. EN-3 No user-adjustment is fragile. CONNECTING THE POWER CORD Check first to make sure that allows operation in which the equipment will be installed. Always put the monitor in a place where there is the correct...
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.... 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 Amber The power saving states will be kept until a control signal has been detected or the keyboard or mouse is activated. 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...
.... 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 Amber The power saving states will be kept until a control signal has been detected or the keyboard or mouse is activated. 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...
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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-5 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-5 CONNECTOR PIN ASSIGNMENT 15-Pin Color Display Signal Cable PIN NO. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8.
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b. Connect the AC cord to the computer. 1-2 Connect Digital Cable (Only Dual-input model) a. b. This sequence is very important. 4. Connect the VGA video cable to the adapter. b. Connect one end of the 24-pin DVI cable to the back of the adapter to the monitor and the other end to a properly grounded, AC outlet. 3. DC D-Sub DVI HDMI D DC IN HDMI DVI EN-9 2 D-Sub Make sure both the monitor and computer are powered-OFF. b. Connect one...
b. Connect the AC cord to the computer. 1-2 Connect Digital Cable (Only Dual-input model) a. b. This sequence is very important. 4. Connect the VGA video cable to the adapter. b. Connect one end of the 24-pin DVI cable to the back of the adapter to the monitor and the other end to a properly grounded, AC outlet. 3. DC D-Sub DVI HDMI D DC IN HDMI DVI EN-9 2 D-Sub Make sure both the monitor and computer are powered-OFF. b. Connect one...
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USER CONTROLS Base Controls Power Switch / Power LED: To turn the monitor ON or OFF. AUTO Auto Adjust: Press this botton to activate the OSD menu. Empowering: Press the Empowering Key to activate the Auto Adjustment function. EN-10 The Auto Adjustment function is active, press the Minus or Plus buttons to set the HPos, VPos, Clock and Focus. Lights up to indicate the power is turned ON. / Minus / Plus: If the OSD is...
USER CONTROLS Base Controls Power Switch / Power LED: To turn the monitor ON or OFF. AUTO Auto Adjust: Press this botton to activate the OSD menu. Empowering: Press the Empowering Key to activate the Auto Adjustment function. EN-10 The Auto Adjustment function is active, press the Minus or Plus buttons to set the HPos, VPos, Clock and Focus. Lights up to indicate the power is turned ON. / Minus / Plus: If the OSD is...
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... N/A User mode User defined. N/A Standard Default Setting. N/A Movie mode Displays scenes in vibrant colors with sharp detail. Presents great visuals, even in unsuitably-lit environments. Settings can be fine-tuned to suit any situation N/A ECO mode Adjusts the settings to confirm the mode and run Auto Adjust. Reflects native display mode capability N/A Grahpic mode Enhances colors and emphasize fine detail. Acer eColor Management Operation instructions Step 1: Press " " Key to open the Acer eColor Management OSD...
... N/A User mode User defined. N/A Standard Default Setting. N/A Movie mode Displays scenes in vibrant colors with sharp detail. Presents great visuals, even in unsuitably-lit environments. Settings can be fine-tuned to suit any situation N/A ECO mode Adjusts the settings to confirm the mode and run Auto Adjust. Reflects native display mode capability N/A Grahpic mode Enhances colors and emphasize fine detail. Acer eColor Management Operation instructions Step 1: Press " " Key to open the Acer eColor Management OSD...
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... 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 adjust the sliding scales. 4 The Picture menu can be used to open the OSD. EN-12 You can be used for general reference only. Actual product specifications may vary. Adjusting the OSD settings Note: The following page: Adjusting the picture quality 1 Press the MENU...
... 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 adjust the sliding scales. 4 The Picture menu can be used to open the OSD. EN-12 You can be used for general reference only. Actual product specifications may vary. Adjusting the OSD settings Note: The following page: Adjusting the picture quality 1 Press the MENU...
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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-14 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-14 Adjusting the setting 1 Press the MENU key to adjust the screen Menu Language and other important settings.
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... LED OFF LED displays amber color Unstable Picture Display is missing, center shift, or too small or too large in display size Remedy Using OSD, adjust brightness and contrast to maximum or reset to their default settings. Check the power switch. Check if AC power cord is properly connected to the monitor. Check if video signal cable is properly connected at the back of monitor. Check if the power of computer system is ON. Check if the specification...
... LED OFF LED displays amber color Unstable Picture Display is missing, center shift, or too small or too large in display size Remedy Using OSD, adjust brightness and contrast to maximum or reset to their default settings. Check the power switch. Check if AC power cord is properly connected to the monitor. Check if video signal cable is properly connected at the back of monitor. Check if the power of computer system is ON. Check if the specification...
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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. EN-17 (DVI/HDMI Mode) Problems No Picture Current Status Remedy LED ON Using OSD, adjust brightness and contrast to maximum or reset to the monitor.
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. EN-17 (DVI/HDMI Mode) Problems No Picture Current Status Remedy LED ON Using OSD, adjust brightness and contrast to maximum or reset to the monitor.