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Acer LCD Monitor Quick Start Guide (QSG)

Important safety instructions

Please read the following instructions carefully.

1. To clean the LCD monitor screen:

• Turn off the LCD monitor and unplug the power cord.

• Spray a non-solvent cleaning solution onto a rag and clean the screen gently.

2. Do not place the LCD monitor near a window. Exposing the monitor to rain, moisture or sunlight can severely damage

it.

3. Do not apply pressure to the LCD screen. Excessive pressure may cause permanent damage to the display.

4. Do not remove the cover or attempt to service this unit yourself. An authorized technician should perform servicing of

any nature.

5. Store the LCD monitor in a room with a temperature of -20° to 60° C (-4° to140° F). Storing the LCD monitor outside

this range may result in permanent damage.

6. Immediately unplug your monitor and call an authorized technician if any of the following circumstances occur:

• Monitor-to-PC signal cable is frayed or damaged.

• Liquid spills onto the LCD monitor or the monitor is exposed to rain.

• The LCD monitor or case is dam aged.

Package contents

LCD monitor Power cord

Audio cable

(optional)

DVI cable

(optional)

VGA cable

(optional)

HDMI cable

(optional)

Quick start

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Attaching the monitor to the base

1. Remove the monitor from the packaging.

2. Attach the footstand to the base. (for selected models).

3. Turn clockwise to lock. Ensure that the base in locked onto the stand. (for selected models)

4. Secure the base to the stand by turning the screw using the intergrated tab or a suitable coin. (for selected models)

Connecting your monitor to a computer

1. Turn off your computer and unplug your computer's power cord.

2. Connect the signal cable to the VGA (optional) and /or DVI-D

(optional) and/or HDMI (optional) input socket of the monitor, and

the VGA (optional) and/or DVI-D (optional) and/or HDMI (optional)

output socket of the graphics card on the computer. Then tighten the

thumbscrews on the signal cable connector.

3. Optional: Connect the audio input socket (AUDIO IN) of the LCD

monitor and the line-out port on the computer with the audio cable.

4. Insert the monitor power cable into the power port at the back of the

monitor.

5. Plug the power cords of your computer and your monitor into a

nearby electrical outlet.

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This document provides a quick start guide for an Acer LCD monitor, detailing its setup, usage, and technical specifications.

Function Description:

The Acer LCD monitor is a display device designed for use with computers. It features various input options to connect to a PC's graphics card and provides an on-screen display (OSD) for adjusting display settings. The monitor can be turned on/off, and its display parameters like brightness, contrast, and color temperature can be customized. It also includes an "Empowering Key" for selecting scenario modes and an "Auto" function to automatically optimize display position, focus, and clock. Some models may include integrated speakers for audio output.

Important Technical Specifications:

LCD Panel:

Driving system: TFT Color LCD
Size: 23.8"W (60cm)
Pixel pitch: 0.275mm(H) x 0.275mm(V)
Brightness: 250cd/m² (Typical)
Contrast: 100,000,000:1Max. (ACM)
Viewable angle: 178° (H) 178° (V) (CR≥10) (Typical)
Response time: 5ms (GTG, Typical)
Panel Type: In-Plane Switching
Video: Digital Interface
H-Frequency: 30KHz~80KHz
V-Frequency: 55Hz~75Hz
Display Colors: 16.7M Colors
Dot Clock: 170MHz
Max. Resolution: 1920 x 1080@60Hz
Plug & Play: VESA DDCCI/DDC2B
Energy Efficiency Class: A
Annual Energy Consumption: 31(kWh) (for HDMI-input Model)
Power consumption @200cd/m²:
- ON Mode: 16.91W(typ.)
- Sleep Mode: 0.34W(typ.)
- Off Mode: 0.25W(typ.)

Input Connector:

VGA (Only VGA Model)
HDMI (Only HDMI Model)
DVI (Only DVI Model)

Input Video Signal:

VGA signal (Only VGA Model)
HDMI signal (Only HDMI Model)
DVI signal (Only DVI Model)

Speakers:

2W x 2 (Only Audio-Input Model) (Typical)

Maximum Screen Size:

Horizontal: 527mm
Vertical: 296mm

Power Source:

100-240V~, 50/60Hz

Environmental Considerations:

Operating Temp: 5° to 35°C
Storage Temp: -20° to 60°C
Operating Humidity: 10% to 85%

Dimensions:

541.0(W) x 424.4(H) x 212.9 (D)mm

Weight (N. W.):

3.95kg Unit (net)

Mechanism spec:

Tilt: -5° to +20°
Detachable foot stand: Yes (by Release button)

Usage Features:

Attaching to the base: The monitor comes with a footstand that needs to be attached to the base, secured by turning clockwise to lock and tightening a screw using an integrated tab or coin.
Connecting to a computer: The monitor supports VGA (optional), DVI-D (optional), and HDMI (optional) input connections. Users need to connect the signal cable from the monitor to the corresponding output socket on the computer's graphics card and tighten thumbscrews. An optional audio cable can be connected from the monitor's audio input to the computer's line-out port. The monitor's power cable is then inserted into its power port and plugged into an electrical outlet.
External Controls:
- Power button (1&2): Turns the monitor on/off. Blue indicates power on, amber indicates standby/power saving mode.
- Minus / Plus buttons (3&4): When OSD is active, toggles between OSD options. When OSD is inactive, adjusts volume (optional).
- Menu button (5): Views the OSD and enters selections.
- Auto button (6): Exits OSD when active. When OSD is inactive, automatically optimizes display position, focus, and clock.
- Empowering Key (7): Selects scenario mode.
OSD Functions: Includes Acer eColor Management, Blue Light, Brightness, Contrast, Wide Mode, DDC/CI, ACM, Colour Temp, 6-axis Hue, 6-axis Saturate, Focus, Clock, H. Position, V. Position, Language, OSD Timeout, Input, OD, Auto Source, Quick Start Mode, and Reset.

Maintenance Features:

Cleaning: Turn off the monitor and unplug the power cord. Spray a non-solvent cleaning solution onto a rag and gently clean the screen.
Storage: Store the LCD monitor in a room with a temperature range of -20° to 60° C (-4° to 140° F) to prevent permanent damage.
Safety Precautions:
- Do not place the monitor near a window to avoid damage from rain, moisture, or sunlight.
- Do not apply pressure to the LCD screen, as it may cause permanent damage.
- Do not remove the cover or attempt to service the unit yourself; servicing should be performed by an authorized technician.
- Unplug the monitor immediately and call an authorized technician if the signal cable is frayed/damaged, liquid spills onto the monitor, or the monitor is exposed to rain.
- Use shielded cables for all connections to other computing devices to maintain compliance with EMC regulations.
- Only peripherals certified to comply with Class B limits should be attached to this equipment.
- Do not lift the monitor by its base to prevent damage.

Regulations and Safety Notices:

The monitor complies with FCC rules (Part 15, Class B digital device), CE declaration of conformity (EMC Directive 2014/30EU, Low Voltage Directive 2014/35/EU, RoHS Directive 2011/65/EU, and Directive 2009/125/EC), and Canadian ICES-3(B)/NMB-3(B). It also adheres to the "India E-waste Rule 2016," restricting hazardous substances like lead, mercury, hexavalent chromium, polybrominated biphenyls, and polybrominated diphenyl ethers. The product is marked with a symbol indicating it should not be disposed of with household waste in the European Union, encouraging proper recycling.