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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 WALL MOUNTING (OPTINAL 7 CONNECTING THE POWER CORD 8 SAFETY PRECAUTION 8 CLEANING YOUR MONITOR 8 POWER SAVING 9 DDC ...9 CONNECTOR PIN ASSIGNMENT 10 STANDARD TIMING TABLE 11 INSTALLATION 12 USER CONTROLS 13 HOW TO ADJUST A SETTING 14 TROUBLESHOOTING 18
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 WALL MOUNTING (OPTINAL 7 CONNECTING THE POWER CORD 8 SAFETY PRECAUTION 8 CLEANING YOUR MONITOR 8 POWER SAVING 9 DDC ...9 CONNECTOR PIN ASSIGNMENT 10 STANDARD TIMING TABLE 11 INSTALLATION 12 USER CONTROLS 13 HOW TO ADJUST A SETTING 14 TROUBLESHOOTING 18
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EN-1 Turn off the Power Switch for hours. y The LCD screen has effective pixels 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 the desktop pattern you use . It may find slightly uneven brightness on the screen depending on again to make sure the flicker disappears. y You may...
EN-1 Turn off the Power Switch for hours. y The LCD screen has effective pixels 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 the desktop pattern you use . It may find slightly uneven brightness on the screen depending on again to make sure the flicker disappears. y You may...
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... equipment operator as disconnecting device Observe the following guidelines when connecting and disconnecting power to the power supply unit: Install the power supply unit before removing the power supply unit from lithium battery pack. EN-2 Unplug the power cord before connecting the power cord to protect it under sporting, exercising, or any kind onto or into is provided. y Avoid turning up the volume to protect your ears adjust.
... equipment operator as disconnecting device Observe the following guidelines when connecting and disconnecting power to the power supply unit: Install the power supply unit before removing the power supply unit from lithium battery pack. EN-2 Unplug the power cord before connecting the power cord to protect it under sporting, exercising, or any kind onto or into is provided. y Avoid turning up the volume to protect your ears adjust.
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... often require extensive work habits, stress, inadequate working in one fixed posture y avoid slouching forward and/or leaning backward y stand up and walk around regularly to remove the strain on the recorded image and does not constitute a malfunction. The following tips: y refrain from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel when: y the power cord or plug is produced with...
... often require extensive work habits, stress, inadequate working in one fixed posture y avoid slouching forward and/or leaning backward y stand up and walk around regularly to remove the strain on the recorded image and does not constitute a malfunction. The following tips: y refrain from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel when: y the power cord or plug is produced with...
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... often as open windows, for enhanced text readability and graphics clarity. X163W Taking care of your vision Long viewing hours, wearing incorrect glasses or contact lenses, glare, excessive room lighting, poorly focused screens, very small typefaces and low-contrast displays could stress your eyes point downward when looking away from drying out. Adjust the display brightness and/or contrast to a comfortable...
... often as open windows, for enhanced text readability and graphics clarity. X163W Taking care of your vision Long viewing hours, wearing incorrect glasses or contact lenses, glare, excessive room lighting, poorly focused screens, very small typefaces and low-contrast displays could stress your eyes point downward when looking away from drying out. Adjust the display brightness and/or contrast to a comfortable...
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LCD Monitor 15-pin D-Sub Cable DVI Cable (Only Dual-Input Model) AC Power Cord User Manual Quick Start Guide EN-5 X163W 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 15-pin D-Sub Cable DVI Cable (Only Dual-Input Model) AC Power Cord User Manual Quick Start Guide EN-5 X163W 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.
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... the monitor as indicated by using both of your hands to hold the edges of the removing the base and follow the arrow direction to 15 degrees up or 5 degrees down as shown in the figure below . The monitor can adjust the tilt of the monitor by arrow below . EN-6 SCREEN POSITION ADJUSTMENT In order to optimize the best viewing position, you can be adjusted to base. remove it...
... the monitor as indicated by using both of your hands to hold the edges of the removing the base and follow the arrow direction to 15 degrees up or 5 degrees down as shown in the figure below . The monitor can adjust the tilt of the monitor by arrow below . EN-6 SCREEN POSITION ADJUSTMENT In order to optimize the best viewing position, you can be adjusted to base. remove it...
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... user-adjustment is adequate ventilation. y For unit using at 120 V AC: y Use a UL Listed Cord Set, Type SVT wire and plug rated 10 A/125 V. y Do not cover the ventilation slots or openings of H05VV-F cord and plug rated 10 A, 250 V. Always put the monitor in a place where there is required. y For unit using at 220/240 V AC (outside of U.S.): y Use a Cord Set consisting of the monitor. X163W CONNECTING THE POWER CORD y Check first...
... user-adjustment is adequate ventilation. y For unit using at 120 V AC: y Use a UL Listed Cord Set, Type SVT wire and plug rated 10 A/125 V. y Do not cover the ventilation slots or openings of H05VV-F cord and plug rated 10 A, 250 V. Always put the monitor in a place where there is required. y For unit using at 220/240 V AC (outside of U.S.): y Use a Cord Set consisting of the monitor. X163W CONNECTING THE POWER CORD y Check first...
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... example, supported resolutions and corresponding timing. The DDC (Display Data Channel) is around 5 seconds. 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. The monitor supports DDC2B standard. EN-9 X163W POWER SAVING The monitor will be driven into Power Saving" mode by the amber-color power LED.
... example, supported resolutions and corresponding timing. The DDC (Display Data Channel) is around 5 seconds. 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. The monitor supports DDC2B standard. EN-9 X163W POWER SAVING The monitor will be driven into Power Saving" mode by the amber-color power LED.
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CONNECTOR PIN ASSIGNMENT X163W PIN NO. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 15-Pin Color Display Signal Cable 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-10
CONNECTOR PIN ASSIGNMENT X163W PIN NO. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 15-Pin Color Display Signal Cable 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-10
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...the need for adjustment for different modes, the monitor has default setting modes that are most commonly used as a user mode is suggested to store as given in the floppy disk provided. The only condition to perform the Auto Setup under Windows "Full Screen" pattern or using the pattern in the table below. Frequency Pixel Frequency ....469 35.000 49.725 60.150 Vert. For optimum adjustment, the user is the new display information must have 1 KHz difference for horizontal frequency or 1 Hz for vertical frequency or the sync signal polarities are different from the default modes.
...the need for adjustment for different modes, the monitor has default setting modes that are most commonly used as a user mode is suggested to store as given in the floppy disk provided. The only condition to perform the Auto Setup under Windows "Full Screen" pattern or using the pattern in the table below. Frequency Pixel Frequency ....469 35.000 49.725 60.150 Vert. For optimum adjustment, the user is the new display information must have 1 KHz difference for horizontal frequency or 1 Hz for vertical frequency or the sync signal polarities are different from the default modes.
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.... Connect power cord Connect the power cord to the monitor, then to your host system, please follow the steps as given below: Steps 1. 1-1 Connect Video Cable a. X163W INSTALLATION To install the monitor to a properly grounded AC outlet. 3. Make sure both the monitor and computer are powered-OFF. This sequence is very important. 4. Connect the VGA video cable to the computer. 1-2 Digital Cable (Only Dual-Input Model) a. b. b. EN-12 Make sure both the monitor and computer are powered...
.... Connect power cord Connect the power cord to the monitor, then to your host system, please follow the steps as given below: Steps 1. 1-1 Connect Video Cable a. X163W INSTALLATION To install the monitor to a properly grounded AC outlet. 3. Make sure both the monitor and computer are powered-OFF. This sequence is very important. 4. Connect the VGA video cable to the computer. 1-2 Digital Cable (Only Dual-Input Model) a. b. b. EN-12 Make sure both the monitor and computer are powered...
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USER CONTROLS X163W 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 / Exit: 1) When OSD menu is in active status, this button will act as EXIT-KEY(EXIT OSD menu). 2) When OSD menu is in off status, press this button will act as EXIT-KEY (EXIT OSD menu). 2)When OSD menu is ON. Press < or > to change the settings of the current function...
USER CONTROLS X163W 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 / Exit: 1) When OSD menu is in active status, this button will act as EXIT-KEY(EXIT OSD menu). 2) When OSD menu is in off status, press this button will act as EXIT-KEY (EXIT OSD menu). 2)When OSD menu is ON. Press < or > to change the settings of the current function...
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... 2-4. Only Analog Input Model II. X163W HOW TO ADJUST A SETTING 1. Press < or > to change the settings of the current function. 5. To exit and save, select the exit function. Press the MENU-button to select the function that you want to "Acer eColor Management" item, will appear the Standard OSD I. Acer eColor Management If selected to adjust. 4. Press < or > to select the desired function. 3. USER If...
... 2-4. Only Analog Input Model II. X163W HOW TO ADJUST A SETTING 1. Press < or > to change the settings of the current function. 5. To exit and save, select the exit function. Press the MENU-button to select the function that you want to "Acer eColor Management" item, will appear the Standard OSD I. Acer eColor Management If selected to adjust. 4. Press < or > to select the desired function. 3. USER If...
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... native display capability N/A Graphic mode Enhances colors and emphasize fine detail N/A Movie mode Displays scenes in vibrant colors with sharp detail B. The most comfortable way to suit any situation N/A Text mode Optimal balance of the screen image ACM Focus Clock ACM (Adaptive Contrast Management)A CM ON/OFF Switch, default "OFF" Adjust picture Focus (available in analog mode only) Adjust picture Clock (available in analog mode only) EN-15 Main Menu icon Sub Menu icon Sub Menu item...
... native display capability N/A Graphic mode Enhances colors and emphasize fine detail N/A Movie mode Displays scenes in vibrant colors with sharp detail B. The most comfortable way to suit any situation N/A Text mode Optimal balance of the screen image ACM Focus Clock ACM (Adaptive Contrast Management)A CM ON/OFF Switch, default "OFF" Adjust picture Focus (available in analog mode only) Adjust picture Clock (available in analog mode only) EN-15 Main Menu icon Sub Menu icon Sub Menu item...
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.... Position Adjust the vertical position of the OSD. EN-16 Position Adjust the horizontal position of the OSD. N/A Analog Select input signal from analog (D-Sub) N/A Digital (only Dual Input Model) Select input signal from digital(DVI) (only Dual-Input Model) N/A DDC/CI Turn ON/OFF DDC/CI support N/A Information Show the resolution, H/V frequency and input port of Autoconfiguration and set the color temperature to Cool. Set the color temperature to warm white. EMEA version OSD only H. N/A Reset Clear each old status of current input timing. X163W Main Menu...
.... Position Adjust the vertical position of the OSD. EN-16 Position Adjust the horizontal position of the OSD. N/A Analog Select input signal from analog (D-Sub) N/A Digital (only Dual Input Model) Select input signal from digital(DVI) (only Dual-Input Model) N/A DDC/CI Turn ON/OFF DDC/CI support N/A Information Show the resolution, H/V frequency and input port of Autoconfiguration and set the color temperature to Cool. Set the color temperature to warm white. EMEA version OSD only H. N/A Reset Clear each old status of current input timing. X163W Main Menu...
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... User mode Text mode Standard Graphic Movie mode mode mode 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 Mode Features Benefits Standard Text Graphics Movie User Default settings Optimal balance of brightness and contrast prevents eyestrain Enhances colors and emphasizes fine detail Displays...
... User mode Text mode Standard Graphic Movie mode mode mode 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 Mode Features Benefits Standard Text Graphics Movie User Default settings Optimal balance of brightness and contrast prevents eyestrain Enhances colors and emphasizes fine detail Displays...
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... or reset to their default settings. EN-18 y Using OSD, adjust RESOLUTION, CLOCK, CLOCK-PHASE, H-POSITION and VPOSITION with non-standard signals. X163W 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. (DVI Mode) Problems Current Status LED ON LED OFF No Picture LED displays amber color Remedy y Using OSD, adjust brightness and contrast to maximum or reset to their default settings. y Wait for servicing, please check the troubleshooting list...
... or reset to their default settings. EN-18 y Using OSD, adjust RESOLUTION, CLOCK, CLOCK-PHASE, H-POSITION and VPOSITION with non-standard signals. X163W 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. (DVI Mode) Problems Current Status LED ON LED OFF No Picture LED displays amber color Remedy y Using OSD, adjust brightness and contrast to maximum or reset to their default settings. y Wait for servicing, please check the troubleshooting list...
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... energy efficiency. z Wake the computer from Sleep mode by the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the US Department of all electricity used to Acer LCD Monitor with an ENERGY STAR logo. Products that earn the ENERGY STAR prevent greenhouse gas emissions by meeting strict energy efficiency guidelines set by pushing power button. In the average home, 75% of...
... energy efficiency. z Wake the computer from Sleep mode by the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the US Department of all electricity used to Acer LCD Monitor with an ENERGY STAR logo. Products that earn the ENERGY STAR prevent greenhouse gas emissions by meeting strict energy efficiency guidelines set by pushing power button. In the average home, 75% of...
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... road, Huangpu District, Shanghai, China Contact Person: Mr. Easy Lai Tel: 886-2-8691-3089 Fax: 886-2-8691-3000 E-mail: easy_lai@acer.com.tw Hereby declare that: Product: 15.6"W LCD Monitor Trade Name: Acer Model Number: X163W SKU Number: X163Wxxx ("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...
... road, Huangpu District, Shanghai, China Contact Person: Mr. Easy Lai Tel: 886-2-8691-3089 Fax: 886-2-8691-3000 E-mail: easy_lai@acer.com.tw Hereby declare that: Product: 15.6"W LCD Monitor Trade Name: Acer Model Number: X163W SKU Number: X163Wxxx ("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...