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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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... on again to make sure the flicker disappears. 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. It may flicker during initial use . X163W NOTES y Due to the nature of ...the LCD screen, an afterimage of the fluorescent light, the screen may include blemishes of 0.01% or less such as a missing pixel or...
... on again to make sure the flicker disappears. 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. It may flicker during initial use . X163W NOTES y Due to the nature of ...the LCD screen, an afterimage of the fluorescent light, the screen may include blemishes of 0.01% or less such as a missing pixel or...
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... zone by a qualified technician to restore the product to normal condition. Unplug this product yourself, as black or red dots. LCD Pixel Statement The LCD unit is damaged, cut or frayed liquid was spilled into the product y the product was exposed to rain or water y ...misfire or appear as opening or removing covers may lead to carpal tunnel syndrome, tendonitis, tenosynovitis or other controls may complain of your monitor more comfortable computer use . Incorrect computer usage may expose you view your desk to qualified service personnel. Tips and information for service...
... zone by a qualified technician to restore the product to normal condition. Unplug this product yourself, as black or red dots. LCD Pixel Statement The LCD unit is damaged, cut or frayed liquid was spilled into the product y the product was exposed to rain or water y ...misfire or appear as opening or removing covers may lead to carpal tunnel syndrome, tendonitis, tenosynovitis or other controls may complain of your monitor more comfortable computer use . Incorrect computer usage may expose you view your desk to qualified service personnel. Tips and information for service...
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...looking at the middle of the display. Keep your head at bright light sources, such as possible. y Avoid looking away from the monitor and focusing on a distant point. If this is unavoidable, work habits to make your eyes frequently. y Exercise regularly and maintain a... healthy body. The following websites: Worldwide: http://global.acer.com/about/sustainability.htm EN-4 Developing good work habits Develop the following work for only short periods, take breaks regularly, and do not...
...looking at the middle of the display. Keep your head at bright light sources, such as possible. y Avoid looking away from the monitor and focusing on a distant point. If this is unavoidable, work habits to make your eyes frequently. y Exercise regularly and maintain a... healthy body. The following websites: Worldwide: http://global.acer.com/about/sustainability.htm EN-4 Developing good work habits Develop the following work for only short periods, take breaks regularly, and do not...
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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. LCD Monitor 15-pin D-Sub Cable DVI Cable (Only Dual-Input Model) AC Power Cord User Manual Quick Start Guide EN-5
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... to base. SCREEN POSITION ADJUSTMENT In order to optimize the best viewing position, you can be adjusted to 15 degrees up or 5 degrees down as indicated by using both of your hands to hold the edges of the monitor as indicated first before with the corresponding slots on the bottom of the...
... to base. SCREEN POSITION ADJUSTMENT In order to optimize the best viewing position, you can be adjusted to 15 degrees up or 5 degrees down as indicated by using both of your hands to hold the edges of the monitor as indicated first before with the corresponding slots on the bottom of the...
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... or openings of the power cord to the AC Inlet, plug another end to a proper AC outlet. y Handle with care when transporting the monitor. y This monitor has a universal power supply that the power cord you use is adequate ventilation. X163W CONNECTING THE POWER CORD y Check first to make sure that... allows operation in which the equipment will be installed. No user-adjustment is fragile. Always put the monitor in a place where there is the correct type required for the country in either 100/120V AC or 220/240 V AC voltage areas. y ...
... or openings of the power cord to the AC Inlet, plug another end to a proper AC outlet. y Handle with care when transporting the monitor. y This monitor has a universal power supply that the power cord you use is adequate ventilation. X163W CONNECTING THE POWER CORD y Check first to make sure that... allows operation in which the equipment will be installed. No user-adjustment is fragile. Always put the monitor in a place where there is the correct type required for the country in either 100/120V AC or 220/240 V AC voltage areas. y ...
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DDC To make your installation easier, the monitor 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 able to ON state ... to Plug and Play with your system if your system also supports DDC protocol. X163W POWER SAVING The monitor will be driven into Power Saving" mode by the amber-color power LED. The monitor supports DDC2B standard. State ON Power Saving Mode LED Light Blue Amber The power saving states will be...
DDC To make your installation easier, the monitor 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 able to ON state ... to Plug and Play with your system if your system also supports DDC protocol. X163W POWER SAVING The monitor will be driven into Power Saving" mode by the amber-color power LED. The monitor supports DDC2B standard. State ON Power Saving Mode LED Light Blue Amber The power saving states will be...
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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 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.
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... "Full Screen" pattern or using the pattern in the table below. X163W STANDARD TIMING TABLE To reduce the need for adjustment for different modes, the monitor has default setting modes that are most commonly used as a user mode is the new display information must have 1 KHz difference for horizontal frequency or...
... "Full Screen" pattern or using the pattern in the table below. X163W STANDARD TIMING TABLE To reduce the need for adjustment for different modes, the monitor has default setting modes that are most commonly used as a user mode is the new display information must have 1 KHz difference for horizontal frequency or...
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...one end of the 24-pin DVI cable to the back of the monitor and connect the other end to the computer. 1-2 Digital Cable (Only Dual-Input Model) a. b. EN-12 Power-ON Monitor and Computer Power-ON the monitor first, then power-ON the computer. b. This sequence is very ...important. 4. X163W INSTALLATION To install the monitor to your host system, please follow the steps as given below: Steps 1. 1-1 ...
...one end of the 24-pin DVI cable to the back of the monitor and connect the other end to the computer. 1-2 Digital Cable (Only Dual-Input Model) a. b. EN-12 Power-ON Monitor and Computer Power-ON the monitor first, then power-ON the computer. b. This sequence is very ...important. 4. X163W INSTALLATION To install the monitor to your host system, please follow the steps as given below: Steps 1. 1-1 ...
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X163W TROUBLESHOOTING Before sending your LCD monitor for a few seconds after adjusting the size of computer system is in compliance which may be causing the input signal frequency mismatch. y Check if the ... their default settings. y Check the power switch. y Check if the power 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...
X163W TROUBLESHOOTING Before sending your LCD monitor for a few seconds after adjusting the size of computer system is in compliance which may be causing the input signal frequency mismatch. y Check if the ... their default settings. y Check the power switch. y Check if the power 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...
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ENERGY STAR qualified home electronic products in a cost effective way and without sacrificing quality or product features. As an ENERGY STAR partner, Acer Inc. This product has been shipped enabled for energy efficiency. EN-19 z Wake the computer from Sleep mode by the US ...products are turned off position use up to http://www.energystar.gov and http://www.energystar.gov/powermangement. z Activate computer's Sleep mode within 15 minutes of Energy (DOE). In the average home, 75% of user inactivity. has determined that this product meets the ENERGY STAR guidelines for...
ENERGY STAR qualified home electronic products in a cost effective way and without sacrificing quality or product features. As an ENERGY STAR partner, Acer Inc. This product has been shipped enabled for energy efficiency. EN-19 z Wake the computer from Sleep mode by the US ...products are turned off position use up to http://www.energystar.gov and http://www.energystar.gov/powermangement. z Activate computer's Sleep mode within 15 minutes of Energy (DOE). In the average home, 75% of user inactivity. has determined that this product meets the ENERGY STAR guidelines for...
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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 ...taken and are in force to assure that production units of certain Hazardous Substances in Electrical and Electronic Equipment Easy Lai / Director Acer Computer (Shanghai) Limited Nov. 13, 2007 Date EMC Directive 89/336/EEC, amended by 92/31/EEC and 93/68/...
... 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 ...taken and are in force to assure that production units of certain Hazardous Substances in Electrical and Electronic Equipment Easy Lai / Director Acer Computer (Shanghai) Limited Nov. 13, 2007 Date EMC Directive 89/336/EEC, amended by 92/31/EEC and 93/68/...
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...Carlos St., San Jose CA 95110, U. S. A. The following two conditions: (1) this device may cause undesired operation. Acer Representative 254-298-4000 254-298-4147 Operation is subject to the following local Manufacturer /Importer is responsible for this device .... San Jose, CA 95110 U. A. Tel : 254-298-4000 Fax : 254-298-4147 www.acer.com Federal Communications Commission Declaration of Conformity This device complies with Part 15 of Responsible Party: Contact Person: Phone No.: Fax No.: 15.6"W LCD Monitor X163W X163Wxxx Acer America Corporation 333 West San Carlos St.
...Carlos St., San Jose CA 95110, U. S. A. The following two conditions: (1) this device may cause undesired operation. Acer Representative 254-298-4000 254-298-4147 Operation is subject to the following local Manufacturer /Importer is responsible for this device .... San Jose, CA 95110 U. A. Tel : 254-298-4000 Fax : 254-298-4147 www.acer.com Federal Communications Commission Declaration of Conformity This device complies with Part 15 of Responsible Party: Contact Person: Phone No.: Fax No.: 15.6"W LCD Monitor X163W X163Wxxx Acer America Corporation 333 West San Carlos St.