Acer LCD Monitor

User Guide

Copyright 2010. Acer Incorporated.

All Rights Reserved.

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Acer LCD Monitor User Guide

Original Issue: 1/2011

Changes may be made periodically to the information in this publication without obligation to notify
any person of such revisions or changes. Such changes will be incorporated in new editions of this
manual or supplementary documents and publications. This company makes no representations or
warranties, either expressed or implied, with respect to the contents hereof and specifically disclaims
the implied warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose.
Record the model number, serial number, purchase date and place of purchase information in the
space provided below. The serial number and model number are recorded on the label affixed to
your computer. All correspondence concerning your unit should include the serial number, model
number and purchase information.
No part of this publication may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted, in any
form or by any means, electronically, mechanically, by photocopy, recording or otherwise, without
the prior written permission of Acer Incorporated.

Acer LCD Monitor User Guide

Model number: __________________________________

Serial number: ___________________________________
Date of purchase: ________________________________
Place of purchase: ________________________________

Acer and the Acer logo are registered trademarks of Acer Incorporated. Other companies product
names or trademarks are used herein for identification purposes only and belong to their respective
companies.

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Information for your safety and

comfort
Safety instructions
Read these instructions carefully. Keep this document for future reference. Follow all
warnings and instructions marked on the product.

Special notes on LCD monitors

The following are normal with the LCD monitor and do not indicate a problem.

Due to the nature of the fluorescent light, the screen may flicker during initial
use. Turn off the power switch and then turn it on again to make sure the flicker
disappears.

You may find slightly uneven brightness on the screen depending on the desktop
pattern you use.

The LCD screen has 99.99% or more effective pixels. It may include blemishes of
0.01% or less such as a missing pixel or pixel lit all the time.

Due to the nature of the LCD screen, an afterimage of the previous screen may
remain after switching the image, when the same image is displayed for hours. In this
case, the screen is recovered slowly by changing the image or turning off the power
switch for a few hours.

Cleaning your monitor

Please carefully follow these guidelines when cleaning the monitor:

Always unplug the monitor before cleaning.

Use a soft cloth to wipe the screen and cabinet front and sides.

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Be sure that the power outlet you plug the power cord into is easily accessible and
located as close to the equipment operator as possible. When you need to disconnect
power from the equipment, be sure to unplug the power cord from the electrical outlet.

Safe listening
To protect your hearing, follow these instructions.

Gradually increase the volume until you can hear it clearly and comfortably and
without distortion.

After setting the volume level, do not increase it after your ears have adjusted.

Limit the amount of time listening to music at high volume.

Avoid turning up the volume to block out noisy surroundings.

Turn the volume down if you cant hear people speaking near you.

Warnings

Do not use this product near water.

Do not place this product on an unstable cart, stand or table. If the product falls, it
could be seriously damaged.

Slots and openings are provided for ventilation to ensure reliable operation of the
product and to protect it from overheating. These openings must not be blocked
or covered. The openings should never be blocked by placing the product on a bed,
sofa, rug or other similar surface. This product should never be placed near or over
a radiator or heat register, or in a built-in installation unless proper ventilation is
provided.

Never push objects of any kind into this product through cabinet slots as they may
touch dangerous voltage points or short-out parts that could result in a fire or
electric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind onto or into the product.

To avoid damage of internal components and to prevent battery leakage, do not

place the product on a vibrating surface.

Never use it under sporting, exercising, or any vibrating environment which will
probably cause unexpected short current or damage internal devices.

The adapter is only used for this monitor, do not be used for other purposes.

Your device uses one of the following power supplies:

Manufacture : Hipro Electronics Co.,Ltd. Model:HP-A0301R3 (S200HL/S220HQL Model)
Manufacture : Delta Electronics Inc., Model: ADP-30MH B (S200HL/S220HQL Model)
Manufacture : Asian Power Devices Inc., Model: DA-30B19 (S200HL/S220HQL Model)
Manufacture : Delta Electronics Inc., Model: ADP-40PH BB (S230HL Model)
Manufacture : Asian Power Devices Inc., Model: DA-40A19 (S230HL Model)

Using electrical power

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This product should be operated from the type of power indicated on the marking
label. If you are not sure of the type of power available, consult your dealer or local
power company.

Do not allow anything to rest on the power cord. Do not locate this product where
people will walk on the cord.
If an extension cord is used with this product, make sure that the total ampere rating
of the equipment plugged into the extension cord does not exceed the extension
cord ampere rating. Also, make sure that the total rating of all products plugged into
the wall outlet does not exceed the fuse rating.
Do not overload a power outlet, strip or receptacle by plugging in too many devices.
The overall system load must not exceed 80% of the branch circuit rating. If power
strips are used, the load should not exceed 80% of the power strips input rating.
This products power cord is equipped with a three-wire grounded plug. The plug
only fits in a grounded power outlet. Make sure the power outlet is properly
grounded before inserting the power cord plug. Do not insert the plug into a nongrounded power outlet. Contact your electrician for details.

Warning! The grounding pin is a safety feature. Using a power

outlet that is not properly grounded may result in electric
shock and/or injury.

Note: The grounding pin also provides good protection from

unexpected noise produced by other nearby electrical devices that
may interfere with the performance of this product.

Use the product only with the supplied power supply cord set. If you need to
replace the power cord set, make sure that the new power cord meets the following
requirements: detachable type, UL listed/CSA certified, type SPT-2, rated 7 A 125 V
minimum, VDE approved or its equivalent, 4.6 meters (15 feet) maximum length.

Product servicing
Do not attempt to service this product yourself, as opening or removing covers may
expose you to dangerous voltage points or other risks. Refer all servicing to qualified
service personnel.
Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service
personnel when:

the power cord or plug is damaged, cut or frayed

liquid was spilled into the product

the product was exposed to rain or water

the product has been dropped or the case has been damaged

the product exhibits a distinct change in performance, indicating a need for service

the product does not operate normally after following the operating instructions

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Note: Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating
instructions, since improper adjustment of other controls may result
in damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified
technician to restore the product to normal condition.

Potentially explosive environments

Switch off your device in any area with a potentially explosive atmosphere and obey all
signs and instructions. Potentially explosive atmospheres include areas where you would
normally be advised to turn off your vehicle engine. Sparks in such areas could cause
an explosion or fire resulting in bodily injury or even death. Switch off the device near
gas pumps at service stations. Observe restrictions on the use of radio equipment in fuel
depots, storage and distribution areas; chemical plants; or where blasting operations are
in progress. Areas with a potentially explosive atmosphere are often, but not always,
marked. They include below deck on boats, chemical transfer or storage facilities,
vehicles using liquefied petroleum gas (such as propane or butane), and areas where the
air contains chemicals or particles such as grain, dust or metal powders.

Additional safety information

Your device and its enhancements may contain small parts. Keep them out of the reach
of small children.

IT Equipment Recycling Information

Acer is strongly committed to environmental protection and views recycling, in the form
of salvaging and disposal of used equipment, as one of the companys top priorities in
minimizing the burden placed on the environment.
We at Acer are very conscious of the environmental effects of our business and strive to
identify and provide the best working procedures to reduce the environmental impact
of our products.
For more information and help when recycling, please go to this website:
http://www.acer-group.com/public/Sustainability/sustainability01.htm
Visit www.acer-group.com for further information on the features and benefits of our
other products.

Disposal instructions
Do not throw this electronic device into the trash when discarding.
To minimize pollution and ensure utmost protection of the global
environment, please recycle. For more information on the Waste
from Electrical and Electronics Equipment (WEEE) regulations, visit
http://www.acer-group.com/public/Sustainability/sustainability01.htm

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LCD pixel statement

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The LCD unit is produced with high-precision manufacturing techniques. Nevertheless,

some pixels may occasionally misfire or appear as black or red dots. This has no effect on
the recorded image and does not constitute a malfunction.

This product has been shipped enabled for power management:

Activate displays Sleep mode within 15 minutes of user inactivity.

Activate computers Sleep mode within 30 minutes of user inactivity.

Wake the computer from Sleep mode by pushing the power button.

Tips and information for comfortable use

Computer users may complain of eyestrain and headaches after prolonged use. Users are
also at risk of physical injury after long hours of working in front of a computer. Long
work periods, bad posture, poor work habits, stress, inadequate working conditions,
personal health and other factors greatly increase the risk of physical injury.
Incorrect computer usage may lead to carpal tunnel syndrome, tendonitis, tenosynovitis
or other musculoskeletal disorders. The following symptoms may appear in the hands,
wrists, arms, shoulders, neck or back:

numbness, or a burning or tingling sensation

aching, soreness or tenderness

pain, swelling or throbbing

stiffness or tightness

coldness or weakness

If you have these symptoms, or any other recurring or persistent discomfort and/or pain
related to computer use, consult a physician immediately and inform your companys
health and safety department.
The following section provides tips for more comfortable computer use.

Finding your comfort zone

Find your comfort zone by adjusting the viewing angle of the monitor, using a footrest,
or raising your sitting height to achieve maximum comfort. Observe the following tips:

refrain from staying too long in one fixed posture

avoid slouching forward and/or leaning backward

stand up and walk around regularly to remove the strain on your leg muscles

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Taking care of your vision

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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. The following sections provide suggestions on how to reduce eyestrain.
Eyes

Rest your eyes frequently.

Give your eyes regular breaks by looking away from the monitor and focusing on a
distant point.

Blink frequently to keep your eyes from drying out.

Display

Keep your display clean.

Keep your head at a higher level than the top edge of the display so your eyes point
downward when looking at the middle of the display.

Adjust the display brightness and/or contrast to a comfortable level for enhanced
text readability and graphics clarity.

Eliminate glare and reflections by:

placing your display in such a way that the side faces the window or any light
source

minimizing room light by using drapes, shades or blinds

using a task light

changing the displays viewing angle

using a glare-reduction filter

using a display visor, such as a piece of cardboard extended from the displays top
front edge

Avoid adjusting your display to an awkward viewing angle.

Avoid looking at bright light sources, such as open windows, for extended periods of
time.

Developing good work habits

Develop the following work habits to make your computer use more relaxing and
productive:

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Take short breaks regularly and often.

Perform some stretching exercises.

Breathe fresh air as often as possible.

Exercise regularly and maintain a healthy body.

Acer Incorporated

8F, 88, Sec. 1, Hsin Tai Wu Rd., Hsichih

Taipei Hsien 221, Taiwan
Tel : 886-2-2696-1234

And,

Declaration of Conformity

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We,

Fax : 886-2-2696-3535

Acer Incorporated
8F, 88, Sec. 1, Hsin Tai Wu Rd., Hsichih, Taipei Hsien 221, Taiwan
Contact Person: Mr. Easy Lai, E-mail: [email protected]
Acer Italy s.r.l
Via Lepetit, 40, 20020 Lainate (MI) Italy
Tel: +39-02-939-921 ,Fax: +39-02 9399-2913
www.acer.it
Hereby declare that:
Product:
Trade Name:
Model Number:
SKU Number:

LCD Monitor
Acer
S200HL
S200HL xxxxxx
(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 all the necessary steps have been taken and are in force to assure that production units of the
same product will continue comply with the requirements.

EMC Directive 2004/108/EC as attested by conformity with the following harmonized

standards:
-. EN55022, AS/NZS CISPR22 Class B.
-. EN55024
-. EN61000-3-2, Class D
-. EN61000-3-3

Low Voltage Directive 2006/95/EC as attested by conformity with the following

harmonized standard:
-. EN60950-1

RoHS Directive 2002/95/EC on the Restriction of the Use of certain Hazardous Substances
in Electrical and Electronic Equipment:
-. The maximum concentration values of the restricted substances by weight in homogenous material are:

Lead

0.1%

Polybrominated Biphenyls (PBBs)

Mercury

0.1%

Polybrominated Diphenyl Ethers (PBDEs) 0.1%

0.1%

Hexavalent Chromium

0.1%

Cadmium

0.01%

Directive 2009/125/EC with regard to establishing a framework for the setting of

ecodesign requirements for energy-related product.
Year to begin affixing CE marking 2011.

Easy Lai /Manager

Regulation, Acer Inc.

April 30, 2011

Date

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Acer Incorporated

8F, 88, Sec. 1, Hsin Tai Wu Rd., Hsichih

Taipei Hsien 221, Taiwan
Tel : 886-2-2696-1234

And,

Declaration of Conformity

English

We,

Fax : 886-2-2696-3535

Acer Incorporated
8F, 88, Sec. 1, Hsin Tai Wu Rd., Hsichih, Taipei Hsien 221, Taiwan
Contact Person: Mr. Easy Lai, E-mail: [email protected]
Acer Italy s.r.l
Via Lepetit, 40, 20020 Lainate (MI) Italy
Tel: +39-02-939-921 ,Fax: +39-02 9399-2913
www.acer.it
Hereby declare that:
Product:
Trade Name:
Model Number:
SKU Number:

LCD Monitor
Acer
S220HQL; S230HL
S220HQL xxxxxx ; S230HL xxxxxx
(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 all the necessary steps have been taken and are in force to assure that production units of the
same product will continue comply with the requirements.

EMC Directive 2004/108/EC as attested by conformity with the following harmonized

standards:
-. EN55022, AS/NZS CISPR22 Class B.
-. EN55024
-. EN61000-3-2, Class D
-. EN61000-3-3

Low Voltage Directive 2006/95/EC as attested by conformity with the following

harmonized standard:
-. EN60950-1

RoHS Directive 2002/95/EC on the Restriction of the Use of certain Hazardous Substances
in Electrical and Electronic Equipment:
-. The maximum concentration values of the restricted substances by weight in homogenous material are:

Lead

0.1%

Polybrominated Biphenyls (PBBs)

Mercury

0.1%

Polybrominated Diphenyl Ethers (PBDEs) 0.1%

0.1%

Hexavalent Chromium

0.1%

Cadmium

0.01%

Directive 2009/125/EC with regard to establishing a framework for the setting of

ecodesign requirements for energy-related product.
Year to begin affixing CE marking 2011.

Easy Lai /Manager

Regulation, Acer Inc.

Jan. 28, 2011

Date

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Acer America Corporation

333 West San Carlos St., San Jose

CA 95110, U. S. A.

English

Tel : 254-298-4000
Fax : 254-298-4147
www.acer.com

Federal Communications Commission

Declaration of Conformity
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the
following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and
(2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that
may cause undesired operation.
The following local Manufacturer /Importer is responsible for this declaration:
Product:
Model Number:

S200HL

SKU Number:

S200HL xxxxxx
(x = 0~9, a ~ z, A ~ Z or Blank)

Name of Responsible Party:

Acer America Corporation

Address of Responsible Party:

333 West San Carlos St.

San Jose, CA 95110
U. S. A.

Contact Person:

Acer Representative

Phone No.:

254-298-4000

Fax No.:

LCD Monitor

254-298-4147

Acer America Corporation

333 West San Carlos St., San Jose

CA 95110, U. S. A.

English

Tel : 254-298-4000
Fax : 254-298-4147
www.acer.com

Federal Communications Commission

Declaration of Conformity
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the
following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and
(2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that
may cause undesired operation.
The following local Manufacturer /Importer is responsible for this declaration:
Product:
Model Number:

S220HQL ; S230HL

SKU Number:

S220HQL xxxxxx ; S230HL xxxxxx

(x = 0~9, a ~ z, A ~ Z or Blank)

Name of Responsible Party:

Acer America Corporation

Address of Responsible Party:

333 West San Carlos St.

San Jose, CA 95110
U. S. A.

Contact Person:

Acer Representative

Phone No.:

254-298-4000

Fax No.:

LCD Monitor

254-298-4147

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Unpacking

Standard timing table

Installation
Users controls

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7
8

Attaching the base (for selected models)

Screen position adjustment
Connecting the adapter and AC Power cord
Power saving
Display Data Channel (DDC)
Connector pin assignment
15-pin color display signal cable
24-pin color display signal cable
19-pin color display signal cable

Panel controls
Using the Shortcut Menu
Acer eColor Management
Operation instructions
Features and benefits
Using the OSD Menus
Picture Menu
OSD Menu

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5
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Safety instructions
Special notes on LCD monitors
Cleaning your monitor
Accessibility
Safe listening
Warnings
Using electrical power
Product servicing
Potentially explosive environments
Additional safety information
IT Equipment Recycling Information
Disposal instructions
LCD pixel statement
Tips and information for comfortable use
Finding your comfort zone
Taking care of your vision
Developing good work habits
Declaration of Conformity
Federal Communications Commission Declaration of
Conformity

Contents

Information for your safety and comfort

Setting Menu
Information Menu
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Troubleshooting

VGA Mode
DVI/HDMI mode (Optional)

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15

Unpacking

LCD monitor

User guide

P/

N:

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U.

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40

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LC 200
D HL
M /S
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Please check that the following items are present when you unpack the box, and save
the packing materials in case you need to ship or transport the monitor in the future.
Quick start guide

S2

30

D-sub cable

HDMI cable
(Optional)

DVI cable
(Optional)

AC Adapter

AC Power cord

Attaching the base (for selected models)

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Note: Remove the monitor and monitor base from its packaging.
Carefully place the monitor face-down on a stable surface -- use a
cloth to avoid scratching the screen.

Attach the monitor stand arm to the base.

Ensure that the base is locked onto the monitor stand arm.
Secure the base to the monitor stand arm by turning the white screw using the
integrated tab or a suitable coin. (for selected models)

Note: Take care when performing the installation to avoid injuring

yourself.

Screen position adjustment

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To optimize the viewing position, you can adjust the

monitor tilt, using both of your hands to hold the edges
of the monitor. The monitor can be adjusted to 15
degrees up or 5 degrees down.

Connecting the adapter and AC Power cord

Check first to make sure that the power cord you use is the correct type required for
your area.
The monitor has a universal power supply that allows operation in either 100/120 V
AC or 220/240 V AC voltage area. No user-adjustment is required.
Plug one end of the AC power cord to the Adapter, and plug the other end into an
AC outlet.
For units using 120 V AC:
Use a UL-listed cord set, type SVT wire and plug rated 10 A/125 V.
For units using 220/240 V AC:
Use a cord set consisting of H05VV-F cord and plug rated 10 A/250 V. The cord set
should have the appropriate safety approvals for the country in which the equipment
will be installed.

Power saving
The monitor will be switched to power saving mode by the control signal from the
display controller, as indicated by the blinking blue light.
Mode

LED light

On

Blue

Standby/Power saving

Blinking Blue

The power saving mode will be kept until a

control signal has been detected or the keyboard
or mouse is activated. The recovery time from
power saving mode back to on is around 3
seconds.

LED indicator

Display Data Channel (DDC)

English

To make installation easier, so long as your system supports the DDC protocol, the
monitor is able to plug-and-play. The DDC is a communication protocol through which
the monitor automatically informs the host system about its capabilities; for example,
supported resolutions and corresponding timing. The monitor supports the DDC2B
standard.

Connector pin assignment

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6
11

15-pin color display signal cable

PIN No.

Description

PIN No.

Description

Red

+5 V

Green

10

Logic ground

Blue

11

Monitor ground

Monitor ground

12

DDC-serial data

DDC-return

13

H-sync

R-ground

14

V-sync

G-ground

15

DDC-serial clock

B-ground

5
10
15

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24-pin color display signal cable

PIN No.

Description

PIN No.

TMDS data 2-

13

Description
NC

TMDS data 2+

14

+5 V power

TMDS data 2/4 shield

15

GND (return for +5 V hsync.vsync)

NC

16

Hot-plug detection

NC

17

TMDS data 0-

DDC clock

18

TMDS data 0+

DDC data

19

TMDS data 0/5 shield

NC

20

NC

TMDS data 1-

21

NC

10

TMDS data 1+

22

TMDS clock shield

11

TMDS data 1/3 shield

23

TMDS clock+

12

NC

24

DDC TMDS clock-

19-pin color display signal cable

19 17 15 13 11 9 7 5 3 1
18 16 1412 10 8 6 4 2

PIN No.

Description

PIN No.

TMDS Data2+

Description
TMDS Data2 Shield

TMDS Data2-

TMDS Data1+

TMDS Data1 Shield

TMDS Data1-

TMDS Data0+

TMDS Data0 Shield

TMDS Data0-

10

TMDS Clock+

11

TMDS Clock Shield

12

TMDS Clock-

13

CEC

14

Reserved (N.C. on device)

15

SCL

16

SDA

17

DDC/CEC Ground

18

+5V Power

19

Hot Plug Detect

Standard timing table (S200HL)

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No.

Mode

640x480@60Hz

640x480@72Hz

640x480@75Hz

MAC

[email protected]

VESA

720x400@70Hz

6
7
8

800x600@56Hz
SVGA

9
10
12

800x600@60Hz
800x600@72Hz
800x600@75Hz

MAC

11

[email protected]
1024x768@60Hz

XGA

13

Resolution@Refresh Rate

1024x768@70Hz
1024x768@75Hz

14

MAC

1152x870@75Hz

15

VESA

1152x864@75Hz

16

VESA

1280x720@60Hz

17

WXGA

1280x800@60Hz

18

WXGA+

1600x900@60Hz

Standard timing table

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(S220HQL / S230HL)
No.
1
2

Mode
VGA

Refresh Rate

640x480

60

Hz

640x480

72

Hz

MAC

640x480

66.7

Hz

VESA

720x400

70

Hz

800x600

56

Hz

800x600

60

Hz

SVGA

8
9
10
11
12

XGA
VESA

800x600

72

Hz

1024x600

60

Hz

1024x768

60

Hz

1024x768

70

Hz

1152x864

75

Hz

1280x960

60

Hz

13

SXGA

1280x1024

60

Hz

14

VESA

1280x720

60

Hz

1280x800

60

Hz

1360x768

60

Hz

15
16

Resolution

WXGA

17

WXGA+

1440x900

60

Hz

18

WSXGA+

1680x1050

60

Hz

19

UXGA

1600x1200

60

Hz

20

VESA

1920x1080

60

Hz

Installation
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To install the monitor on your host system, please follow the steps below:

Steps
1

Connect the video cable

a Make sure both the monitor and computer are switched off.
b Connect the VGA video cable to the computer.
c Connect the digital cable
(1) Make sure both the monitor and computer are switched off.
(2) DVI Cable (Optional, only Dual-Input Model)
a. Make sure both the monitor and computer are powered-OFF.
b. Connect the DVI cable to the computer.
(3) HDMI Cable (Optional, only HDMI-Input Model)
a. Make sure both the monitor and computer are powered-OFF.
b. Connect the HDMI cable to the computer.

Connect the adapter

a Connect the AC cord to the adapter.
b Connect one end of the adapter to the monitor and the other end to a properly
grounded, AC outlet.

Turn on the monitor and computer

Turn on the monitor first, then the computer. This sequence is very important.

If the monitor does not function properly, please refer to the troubleshooting
section to diagnose the problem.

DVI
HDMI

D-SUB

DC-IN

DC

HDMI
DVI
D-SUB
DVI
HDMI

D-SUB

DC-IN

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Users controls

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Panel controls
No.

Item

Description

Power button/
indicator

Turn the monitor on/off.

Blue indicates power on. Blinking blue indicates standby/
power saving mode.

< / > button

Press the < / > button to navigate to the desired function,

and press the Menu button to select the function. Press the
< / > button to change the settings of the current function.

Menu/Enter
button

Press to view the OSD menu. Press it again to enter a

selection in the OSD menu.

Auto/Exit button

Empowering Key

When the OSD menu is active, press this button to exit

the OSD menu.
When the OSD menu is inactive, press this button for
two seconds to activate the Auto Adjustment function
and the monitor will automatically optimize the display
position, focus, and clock of your display.

Press this button to open the Acer eColor Management OSD

and access the scenario modes.

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Using the Shortcut Menu

Input

Press any of the function buttons (Empowering Key, Auto button, or Menu button) to
open the shortcut menu. The shortcut menu lets you quickly select the most commonly
accessed settings.
Icon

Item

Description

Empowering

Press the Empowering Key to open the Acer eColor

Management and access the scenario modes.

Auto

Press the Auto button to activate the Auto Adjustment

function and the monitor will automatically optimize the
display position, focus, and clock of your display.

Menu

Press the Menu button to activate the OSD menu.

Volume

Press the Volume button to adjust volume. (Optional, only

Audio-Input Model)

Input

Press the Input button to select from different video

sources that may be connected to your monitor. (Optional,
only Dual-Input Model or HDMI-Input Model)

AUTO

Input

Acer eColor Management

Operation instructions
1 Press the Empowering Key to open the Acer eColor Management OSD menu and
access the scenario modes.
mpowering Technology
User

ECO

Standard Graphics

Movie

Adjust/Exit

2 Press the < / > button to select the desired mode.

3 Press the Auto button to confirm the selection and exit Acer eColor Management.

Features and benefits

English

Icon

Mode type

Description

User mode

User-defined. Settings can be fine-tuned to suit any

situation.

ECO mode

Adjusts the settings to reduce power consumption.

Standard mode

Default settings. Reflects native display capability.

Graphic mode

Enhances colors and emphasizes fine detail. Pictures and

photographs appear in vibrant colors with sharp detail.

Movie mode

Displays scenes in clearest detail. Presents great visuals,

even in unsuitably-lit environments.

Using the OSD Menus

Note: The following content is for general reference only. Actual
product specifications may vary.

Your LCD monitor is equipped with an on-screen display (OSD) menu for making various
adjustments and settings.
Press the Menu button to open the OSD menu. You can use the OSD menu to adjust the
picture quality, OSD timeout, and general settings.

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Picture Menu

English

The Picture menu is used for adjusting the picture quality.

Picture
Acer eColor Management
Brightness

77

Contrast

56

H.Position

50

V.Position

50

Focus

30

Clock

50
Warm

Colour Temp
Auto Config
Exit

1 Press the Menu button to bring up the OSD menu.

2 Press the < / > button to select
Picture and press the Menu button to enter the
Picture menu.
The following options are available in the Picture menu: Acer ecolor Management,
Brightness, Contrast, H. Position, V. Position, Focus, Clock, Colour Temp, and Auto
Config.
3 Press the < / > button to scroll through the Picture options, and press the Menu
button to enter its sub-menu.
4 Press the < / > button to adjust/select the setting and press the Auto button to
confirm.

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OSD Menu

English

The OSD menu is used for adjusting the OSD timeout setting.

OSD
OSD Timeout

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Exit

1 Press the Menu button to bring up the OSD menu.

2 Press the < / > button to select
OSD menu.

OSD and press the Menu button to enter the

3 To adjust the OSD Timeout setting, press the Menu button to enter its sub-menu.
4 Press the < / > button to select the desired time interval and press the Auto button
to confirm.

Setting Menu
The Setting menu is used for adjusting the general settings for current input signal such
as aspect ratio, OSD language, and etc.

Setting
Wide Mode

Full

DDC/CI

ON

ACM

OFF

Input

VGA
English

Language
Reset

Exit

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1 Press the Menu button to bring up the OSD menu.

English

2 Press the < / > button to select

Setting and press the Menu button to enter the
Setting menu.
The following options are available in the Setting menu: Wide Mode, DDC/CI, ACM,
Input, Language, and Reset.
3 Press the < / > button to scroll through the Setting options, and press the Menu
button to enter its sub-menu.
4 Press the < / > button to adjust/select the setting and press the Auto button to
confirm.

Information Menu
The Information menu displays the basic information of the LCD monitor.

Information

1920x1080
H:68KHz V:60Hz
VGA Input
S/N:ETRLA00803104000502400

Exit

1 Press the Menu button to bring up the OSD menu.

2 To view the basic information of the LCD monitor, press the < / > button to select
Information.

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Troubleshooting
English

Before sending your LCD monitor for servicing, please check the troubleshooting list
below to see if you can self-diagnose the problem.

VGA Mode
Problem
No picture visible

LED status

Remedy

Blue

Using the OSD menu, adjust brightness and

contrast to maximum or reset to their default
settings.

Off

Check the power switch.

Check if the power cord is properly connected
to the monitor.

Blinking Blue

Check if the video signal cable is properly

connected at the back of monitor.
Check if the computer system is switched on
and in power saving/standby mode.

Unstable picture

Blue

Check if the specification of graphics adapter

and monitor is in compliance which may be
causing the input signal frequency mismatch.

Abnormal picture
(Image is missing,
off-center, too large
or too small on the
screen.)

Blue

Using the OSD menu, adjust focus, clock,

H-position and V-position with non-standard
signals.
Check the display setting on your system. In
case of a missing image, please select another
resolution or vertical refresh rate.
Wait for a few seconds after adjusting
the size of the image before changing or
disconnecting the signal cable or switching
off the monitor.

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DVI/HDMI mode (Optional)

No picture visible

LED status

Remedy

Blue

Using the OSD menu, adjust brightness and

contrast to maximum or reset to their default
settings.

Off

Check the power switch.

English

Problem

Check if the AC power cord is properly

connected to the monitor.
Blinking Blue

Check if the video signal cable is properly

connected at the back of monitor.
Check if the computer system is switched on
and in power saving/standby mode.

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