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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 Assingment 9 Standard Timing Table 11 Installation 12 User controls 13 How to adjust a setting 14 Troubleshooting 20
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 Assingment 9 Standard Timing Table 11 Installation 12 User controls 13 How to adjust a setting 14 Troubleshooting 20
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... NOTES ON LCD MONITORS The following symptoms are normal with LCD monitor and do not indicate a problem. Turn off the Power Switch for hours. NOTES · Due to make sure the flicker disappears. · You may find slightly uneven brightness on the screen depending on again to the nature of the fluorescent light, the screen may flicker during initial use . · The LCD screen has effective pixels of the...
... NOTES ON LCD MONITORS The following symptoms are normal with LCD monitor and do not indicate a problem. Turn off the Power Switch for hours. NOTES · Due to make sure the flicker disappears. · You may find slightly uneven brightness on the screen depending on again to the nature of the fluorescent light, the screen may flicker during initial use . · The LCD screen has effective pixels of the...
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... the volume until you need to disconnect power to the equipment, be blocked by unplugging all warnings and instructions marked on a bed, sofa, rug or other similar surface. EN-2 Keep this product through cabinet slots as disconnecting device Observe the follwing guidelines when connecting and disconnecting power to the power supply unit: Install the power supply unit before removing the power supply unit from the power supplies...
... the volume until you need to disconnect power to the equipment, be blocked by unplugging all warnings and instructions marked on a bed, sofa, rug or other similar surface. EN-2 Keep this product through cabinet slots as disconnecting device Observe the follwing guidelines when connecting and disconnecting power to the power supply unit: Install the power supply unit before removing the power supply unit from the power supplies...
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.... Users are covered by the operating instructions, since improper adjustment of other controls may complain of eyestrain and headaches after long hours of the monitor, using a footrest, or raising your sitting height to computer use . Refer all servicing to carpal tunnel syndrome, tendonitis, tenosynovitis or other factors greatly increase the risk of a computer. Long work periods, bad posture, poor work by adjusting the viewing...
.... Users are covered by the operating instructions, since improper adjustment of other controls may complain of eyestrain and headaches after long hours of the monitor, using a footrest, or raising your sitting height to computer use . Refer all servicing to carpal tunnel syndrome, tendonitis, tenosynovitis or other factors greatly increase the risk of a computer. Long work periods, bad posture, poor work by adjusting the viewing...
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... by looking at bright light sources, such as open windows, for extended periods of time. X213W • take breaks regularly, and do not recommend using a display visor, such as a piece of cardboard extended from the display's top front edge • Avoid adjusting your display to an awkward viewing angle. • Avoid looking away from drying out. Developing good work habits Develop the...
... by looking at bright light sources, such as open windows, for extended periods of time. X213W • take breaks regularly, and do not recommend using a display visor, such as a piece of cardboard extended from the display's top front edge • Avoid adjusting your display to an awkward viewing angle. • Avoid looking away from drying out. Developing good work habits Develop the...
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X213W 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 · AC Power Cord (Only Dual-Input Model) · User Manual · Quick Start Guide X213W P/N:MU.LCG00.001 X213W 2008 EN-5
X213W 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 · AC Power Cord (Only Dual-Input Model) · User Manual · Quick Start Guide X213W P/N:MU.LCG00.001 X213W 2008 EN-5
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X213W 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 as shown in the figure below . The monitor can adjust the tilt of the monitor by arrow below . EN-6 SCREEN POSITION ADJUSTMENT In oder to optimize the best viewing position, you can be adjusted to 15 degrees up or 5 degrees down as indicated...
X213W 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 as shown in the figure below . The monitor can adjust the tilt of the monitor by arrow below . EN-6 SCREEN POSITION ADJUSTMENT In oder to optimize the best viewing position, you can be adjusted to 15 degrees up or 5 degrees down as indicated...
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.... No user-adjustment is fragile. EN-7 light or other heavy object, on the face of H05VV-F cord and plug rated 10 A, 250 V. The cord set should have the appropriate safety approvals for your area. · This monitor has a universal power supply that the power cord you use is adequate ventilation. · Avoid placing the monitor against a bright background or where sun- X213W CONNECTING THE POWER CORD · Check first to...
.... No user-adjustment is fragile. EN-7 light or other heavy object, on the face of H05VV-F cord and plug rated 10 A, 250 V. The cord set should have the appropriate safety approvals for your area. · This monitor has a universal power supply that the power cord you use is adequate ventilation. · Avoid placing the monitor against a bright background or where sun- X213W CONNECTING THE POWER CORD · Check first to...
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... Power Saving" mode by the amber-color power LED. DDC To make your system also supports DDC protocol. 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 able to ON state is around 3 seconds. The monitor supports DDC2B standard. State ON Power Saving Mode LED Light Blue Amber The power saving...
... Power Saving" mode by the amber-color power LED. DDC To make your system also supports DDC protocol. 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 able to ON state is around 3 seconds. The monitor supports DDC2B standard. State ON Power Saving Mode LED Light Blue Amber The power saving...
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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 X213W 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 X213W 15-Pin Color Display Signal Cable PIN NO. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8.
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... storing up to perform the Auto Setup under Windows "Full Screen" pattern or using the pattern in the floppy disk provided. X213W 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 capable of the mode is suggested to 9 user modes. Mode 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 VGA SVGA XGA SXGA SXGA+ UXGA...
... storing up to perform the Auto Setup under Windows "Full Screen" pattern or using the pattern in the floppy disk provided. X213W 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 capable of the mode is suggested to 9 user modes. Mode 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 VGA SVGA XGA SXGA SXGA+ UXGA...
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... are powered-OFF. Connect the VGA video cable to diagnose the problem. If the monitor still does not function properly, please refer to the troubleshooting section to the computer. 1-2 Digital Cable (Only Dual-Input Model) a. Make sure both the monitor and computer are powered-OFF. Connect power cord Connect the power cord to the monitor, then to the computer's port. 2. This sequence is very important. 4. Power-ON Monitor and Computer Power-ON the monitor first, then power-ON...
... are powered-OFF. Connect the VGA video cable to diagnose the problem. If the monitor still does not function properly, please refer to the troubleshooting section to the computer. 1-2 Digital Cable (Only Dual-Input Model) a. Make sure both the monitor and computer are powered-OFF. Connect power cord Connect the power cord to the monitor, then to the computer's port. 2. This sequence is very important. 4. Power-ON Monitor and Computer Power-ON the monitor first, then power-ON...
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USER CONTROLS X213W 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 / 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 to select scenario mode. 4.Auto Adjust button / Exit: 1)When OSD menu is in active status, this button will act as EXIT-KEY (EXIT...
USER CONTROLS X213W 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 / 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 to select scenario mode. 4.Auto Adjust button / Exit: 1)When OSD menu is in active status, this button will act as EXIT-KEY (EXIT...
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..., repeat steps 2-4. · P/X Series OSD behave When user press "MENU" button on front bezel 1 2 1. To exit and save, select the exit function. Press the MENU-button to change the settings of the current function. 5. Press < or > to activate the OSD window. 2. Press < or > to "Acer eColor Management " item, will appear the Acer eColor" OSD · OSD and" Key " locations Value Line Value Line w/speaker Office Line EN...
..., repeat steps 2-4. · P/X Series OSD behave When user press "MENU" button on front bezel 1 2 1. To exit and save, select the exit function. Press the MENU-button to change the settings of the current function. 5. Press < or > to activate the OSD window. 2. Press < or > to "Acer eColor Management " item, will appear the Acer eColor" OSD · OSD and" Key " locations Value Line Value Line w/speaker Office Line EN...
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X213W II. ACM ACM (Adaptive Contrast Management): ACM ON/OFF Switch, default is "OFF" Focus Adjusts picture Focus.(available in Analog mode only) Clock Adjusts picture Clock.(available in Analog mode only) EN-17 Only Dual Input Model · ADJUSTING THE PICTURE The descriptions for function control LEDS Main Menu icon Sub Menu icon Sub Menu item Description Contrast Adjusts the contrast between the foreground andbackground of the screenimage. Brightness Adjusts the background brightness of the screen image.
X213W II. ACM ACM (Adaptive Contrast Management): ACM ON/OFF Switch, default is "OFF" Focus Adjusts picture Focus.(available in Analog mode only) Clock Adjusts picture Clock.(available in Analog mode only) EN-17 Only Dual Input Model · ADJUSTING THE PICTURE The descriptions for function control LEDS Main Menu icon Sub Menu icon Sub Menu item Description Contrast Adjusts the contrast between the foreground andbackground of the screenimage. Brightness Adjusts the background brightness of the screen image.
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Position V. User /Red User /Green Adjusts Red/Green/Blue intensity. X213W Main Menu Icon Sub Menu Sub Menu Icon Item H. N/A Espanol N/A Italiano N/A N/A N/A Suomi N/A Nederlands EMEA version OSD only N/A Pyccknn EN-18 Position N/A Warm N/A 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. Set the color temperature to warm white. User /Blue N/A English N/A N/A Deutsch N/A Francais Multi-language selection.
Position V. User /Red User /Green Adjusts Red/Green/Blue intensity. X213W Main Menu Icon Sub Menu Sub Menu Icon Item H. N/A Espanol N/A Italiano N/A N/A N/A Suomi N/A Nederlands EMEA version OSD only N/A Pyccknn EN-18 Position N/A Warm N/A 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. Set the color temperature to warm white. User /Blue N/A English N/A N/A Deutsch N/A Francais Multi-language selection.
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... color temperature to Cool. N/A Exit Save user adjustment and OSD disappear. V. EN-19 N/A Analog Select input signal from analog (D-Sub) Digital N/A (only Select input signal from digital(DVI) Dual-Inp- (only Dual-Input Model) utModel) N/A DDC/CI Turn ON/OFF DDC/CI support N/A Informati- N/A Reset Clear each old status of the OSD. Show the resolution, H/V frequency on andinput port of the OSD. OSD Timeout Adjust the OSD timeout. X213W Main Menu Icon Sub Menu Icon Sub Menu Item Description H. Position Adjust the horizontal position...
... color temperature to Cool. N/A Exit Save user adjustment and OSD disappear. V. EN-19 N/A Analog Select input signal from analog (D-Sub) Digital N/A (only Select input signal from digital(DVI) Dual-Inp- (only Dual-Input Model) utModel) N/A DDC/CI Turn ON/OFF DDC/CI support N/A Informati- N/A Reset Clear each old status of the OSD. Show the resolution, H/V frequency on andinput port of the OSD. OSD Timeout Adjust the OSD timeout. X213W Main Menu Icon Sub Menu Icon Sub Menu Item Description H. Position Adjust the horizontal position...
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...; Check if the power of the image before changing or disconnecting the signal cable or powering OFF the monitor. LED OFF · Check the power switch. Display is properly connected to their default settings. Using OSD, in case of missing full-screen size image, please select other resolution or other vertical refresh timing. · Wait for servicing, please check the troubleshooting list below to see if you can self-diagnose the problem. (VGA Mode) Problems Current Status Remedy LED ON · Using OSD, adjust brightness and contrast...
...; Check if the power of the image before changing or disconnecting the signal cable or powering OFF the monitor. LED OFF · Check the power switch. Display is properly connected to their default settings. Using OSD, in case of missing full-screen size image, please select other resolution or other vertical refresh timing. · Wait for servicing, please check the troubleshooting list below to see if you can self-diagnose the problem. (VGA Mode) Problems Current Status Remedy LED ON · Using OSD, adjust brightness and contrast...
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(DVI Mode) X213W Problems No Picture Current Status Remedy LED ON · Using OSD, adjust brightness and contrast to maximum or reset to the monitor. 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. LED OFF · Check the power switch. · Check if AC power cord is ON. EN-21
(DVI Mode) X213W Problems No Picture Current Status Remedy LED ON · Using OSD, adjust brightness and contrast to maximum or reset to the monitor. 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. LED OFF · Check the power switch. · Check if AC power cord is ON. EN-21
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X213W Note: The statement above is applicable only to Acer LCD Monitor with an ENERGY STAR logo. EN-24 This product has been shipped enabled for power management: * Activate display' Sleep mode within 15 minutes of user inactivity. * Activate computer's Sleep mode within 30 minutes of user inactivity. * Wake the computer from Sleep mode by pushing power button.
X213W Note: The statement above is applicable only to Acer LCD Monitor with an ENERGY STAR logo. EN-24 This product has been shipped enabled for power management: * Activate display' Sleep mode within 15 minutes of user inactivity. * Activate computer's Sleep mode within 30 minutes of user inactivity. * Wake the computer from Sleep mode by pushing power button.