This document serves as the User's Guide for an Acer LCD Monitor, specifically the XV340CK model. It provides comprehensive information on the monitor's features, setup, operation, and maintenance, ensuring users can optimize their viewing experience and maintain the device's longevity.
Function Description
The Acer LCD Monitor is designed for video and visual display of information from electronic devices. It offers a high-resolution display with various adjustment capabilities to suit different user preferences and applications, including gaming, professional work, and general multimedia consumption. The monitor supports multiple input sources and includes power-saving features to reduce energy consumption.
Important Technical Specifications
- Model Number: XV340CK
- SKU Number: XV340CK xxxxxx (where "x" = 0-9, a-z, A-Z, or blank)
- Display Type: LCD Monitor
- Power Supply: Universal, supporting 100/120 V AC or 220/240 V AC voltage areas.
- Power Cord Requirements:
- For 120 V AC: UL-listed cord set, type SVT wire, rated 10 A/125 V.
- For 220/240 V AC: H05VV-F cord set, rated 10 A/250 V, with appropriate safety approvals.
- Power Saving Mode: Activated by control signal from display controller, indicated by an orange LED. Recovery time is approximately 3 seconds.
- USB Output: 5V/2.1A (downstream port, not powered when monitor is off).
- Display Data Channel (DDC): Supports DDC2B standard for plug-and-play functionality and automatic communication of capabilities to the host system.
- Input Ports: HDMI (19-pin) and DP (20-pin) are supported, with specific pin assignments detailed in the manual.
- Supported Resolutions and Refresh Rates (Standard Timing Table):
- VGA: 640x480 @ 60, 72, 75 Hz
- MAC: 640x480 @ 66.66 Hz
- IBM: 720x400 @ 70 Hz
- SVGA: 800x600 @ 56, 60, 72, 75 Hz
- MAC: 832x624 @ 75 Hz
- XGA: 1024x768 @ 60, 70, 75 Hz
- MAC: 1152x870 @ 75 Hz
- VESA: 1152x864 @ 75 Hz, 1280x960 @ 60 Hz, 1280x720 @ 60 Hz
- SXGA: 1280x1024 @ 60, 75 Hz
- WXGA+: 1400x900 @ 60 Hz
- WSXGA+: 1680x1050 @ 60 Hz
- FHD: 1920x1080 @ 60 Hz, 1720x1440 @ 75 Hz
- QHD: 2560x1440 @ 60 Hz, 3440x1440 @ 60, 75, 100*, 144* Hz
- *HDMI: Supports max timing resolution 3440x1440@100Hz.
- *DP: Supports max timing resolution 3440x1440@144Hz.
- Pixel Specification: LCD screen has 99.99% or more effective pixels, with potential blemishes of 0.01% or less (missing or always-lit pixels) considered normal.
- Power Management: Activates display's Sleep mode within 15 minutes of user inactivity and computer's Sleep mode within 30 minutes of user inactivity.
Usage Features
- Installation:
- Base Attachment/Removal: Align and push the base towards the top of the monitor, rotate clockwise, and tighten the screw for installation. Reverse steps for removal.
- Cable Connection: Connect video cables (HDMI or DP) and the power cord after ensuring both monitor and computer are off. USB upstream/downstream connections are also supported.
- Power-on Sequence: Turn on the monitor first, then the computer.
- Screen Position Adjustment:
- Height Adjustment: Press the top of the monitor to adjust height (up to 150mm).
- Tilt: Adjust the screen tilt for optimal viewing, with a maximum recline of 35 degrees at the highest point.
- Swivel: The built-in pedestal allows for 360-degree swivel for comfortable viewing angles.
- User Controls (Shortcut Menu):
- Empowering Key/Exit: Select scenario mode (Action, Racing, Sports, User, Standard, ECO, Graphics, HDR). Acts as an exit key in the OSD menu.
- Volume Key/Enter: Adjust volume. Enters selections in OSD. Pushing for 3 seconds disables OSD Lock.
- Input Source Switching/Up/Left: Access input select function. Select items in OSD.
- OSD Functions/Down/Right: View OSD. Select items in OSD.
- On-Screen Display (OSD) Menu:
- Picture Settings: Adjust Brightness, Contrast, Black Boost (enhances shadows), Blue Light filter (80%, 70%, 60%, 50% to protect eyes), ACM (dynamic contrast), HDR (On/Auto, automatically adjusts color settings when HDR signal detected), and Super Sharpness (boosts pixel density for clearer images).
- Color Settings: Adjust Gamma, Color Temp (Cool, Normal, Warm, Bluelight, User), Modes, sRGB Modes (On/Off for color matching), Grayscale Mode, 6-axis Hue, and 6-axis Saturate.
- Audio Settings: Adjust Volume and Mute (on/off).
- Gaming Settings: Adjust Over Drive (Off, Normal, Extreme), FreeSync (On/Off, default On), Refresh Rate Num (displays current refresh rate), VRB (Off/Normal/Extreme, supports 80Hz/100Hz/120Hz timing modes, reduces brightness), Ultra Low Latency (On/Off), and Aim Point (for shooting games, not displayed in PBP mode).
- OSD Settings: Set Menu Language, OSD Timeout, Transparency (0%, 20%, 40%, 60%, 80% for gaming mode), and OSD Lock (On/Off, locks all keys, changes LED to orange; unlock by pressing OSD Key 4 for >3 seconds).
- System Settings: Adjust Input source (HDMI 1, HDMI 2, DP1, DP2), Auto Source (On/Off, default On for auto signal search), DP Format, Wide Mode (Full, Aspect, 1:1), PIP/PBP (mode, position, size, sub source, source swap, audio source), Hot Key Assignment (assign functions to shortcut keys), DDC/CI (allows software control of monitor settings), HDMI Black Level (Low for Video 16-235, Normal for PC 0-255), and Quick Start Mode (On/Off for faster boot).
- Information: Displays current input source, resolution, H/V frequency, mode, and serial number. Also includes Reset All Settings and Exit options.
- Save Settings to... (User mode only): Save up to three user-defined profiles for Game Mode (Action, Racing, Sports) to recall preferred settings.
- Comfort Features:
- Safe Listening: Gradually increase volume, avoid high volume for extended periods, and turn down volume if unable to hear others speak.
- Ergonomics: Adjust viewing angle, use a footrest, adjust sitting height. Avoid fixed postures, slouching. Take regular breaks to stand and walk.
- Vision Care: Rest eyes frequently, look at distant points, blink often. Keep display clean. Position head higher than display's top edge. Adjust brightness/contrast. Eliminate glare/reflections by positioning display away from windows/light sources, using drapes/shades/blinds, task lights, changing viewing angle, glare-reduction filters, or display visors.
- Work Habits: Take short, regular breaks. Perform stretching exercises. Breathe fresh air. Exercise regularly. Maintain a healthy body.
Maintenance Features
- Cleaning: Always unplug the monitor before cleaning. Use a soft cloth to wipe the screen and cabinet.
- Product Servicing: Do not attempt to service the product yourself. Refer all servicing to qualified personnel, especially if the power cord is damaged, liquid is spilled, product is exposed to rain/water, dropped, or exhibits abnormal performance.
- Troubleshooting: A dedicated section helps users self-diagnose common issues like no picture, unstable picture, or abnormal picture (missing, off-center, too large/small image) and provides remedies such as adjusting OSD settings, checking cable connections, and verifying display settings.
- Recycling Information: Acer is committed to environmental protection and recycling. Users are advised not to dispose of the electronic device in trash but to recycle it according to Waste from Electrical and Electronics Equipment (WEEE) regulations. Further information is available on Acer's sustainability website.
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