HANNspree HC270HCB - User Manual

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Overview

Function Description
Usage Features
Maintenance Features

This document is a user's manual for the HANNspree HC270HCB(HCW) (HSG1419) LCD Monitor. It provides comprehensive instructions and information for operating, maintaining, and troubleshooting the device.

Function Description

The HANNspree HC270HCB(HCW) is a 68.6cm / 27" wide-screen TFT color LCD monitor designed to provide a crisp and clear display for various applications, including Windows environments. It is equipped with an internal universal power supply, allowing operation in both 100/120V AC and 220/240V AC voltage areas without requiring user adjustment. The monitor supports multiple input sources, including VGA and HDMI, making it versatile for connecting to different types of computers and digital devices. It also features built-in audio output, delivering rated power of 2.0 W rms per channel. The monitor is designed with VESA DDC2B capabilities, enabling it to communicate its identity and display capabilities to the host system. This ensures proper functionality and optimal display settings when connected to a compatible PC.

Usage Features

The monitor offers a range of features to enhance user experience and display customization. Its ergonomic design allows for adjustment of the viewing angle, with a tilt range from -4° to 11°, ensuring optimal viewing comfort. The compact case design also contributes to space-saving.

Control of the monitor is managed through a set of buttons located on the front panel. These include a Power Button for switching the monitor on/off, a Menu/Enter button for navigating and confirming OSD (On-Screen Display) menu options, and Up/Down adjustment buttons. The Up/Down buttons serve multiple purposes: they adjust brightness and volume when the OSD is off, and they navigate through adjustment icons or modify function values when the OSD is active.

The OSD menu provides extensive options for customizing the display. Users can adjust Brightness and Contrast to suit their preferences. The Active Contrast feature automatically detects dark and light areas of an image and enhances contrast for a clearer, sharper picture, particularly useful for high-contrast images or videos. Preset Mode allows users to select optimized display settings for different content types such as PC, Movie, Game, or Eco, depending on the model.

For input management, the Input Setting option allows switching between analog (VGA) and digital (HDMI) sources. Models with digital inputs may also feature an Auto Search function to automatically detect the active signal.

Color Setting options include predefined color temperatures like Warm, Nature (6500K), and Cool, or users can customize the color balance by adjusting the Red, Green, and Blue levels individually under the User option.

Image Setting features include Auto Adjust, which optimizes horizontal and vertical position, clock, and phase for VGA input. The Aspect Ratio function helps correct distorted screen images, offering "FULL MODE" for full-screen display or "FIT MODE" for scaling by the proportion of original images, which may introduce black bands. Other image adjustments include H-Position and V-Position for shifting the screen image, Clock to reduce vertical flicker, Phase to reduce horizontal flicker, and Sharpness to adjust image clarity. The Video Mode allows selection between "VIDEO MODE" and "PC MODE" for video transmission, with "PC MODE" recommended for HDMI input to view complete images without cut-off. Some models also offer Response Time settings (Minimum, Intermediate, Maximum) to optimize display response.

OSD Setting allows customization of the OSD itself, including Language selection, H-Position and V-Position for OSD placement, Transparency to adjust OSD visibility, OSD Time-Out to set how long the OSD remains on screen, and OSD Color to choose its color combination.

Under System settings, Audio Input can be set to HDMI or PC, ensuring sound output when using HDMI. The Volume can be adjusted, and a Mute function is available. The DDC/CI option allows switching this function on or off. A Factory Reset option is provided to restore all settings to their default values. Finally, the Information section displays details such as horizontal frequency, vertical frequency, and resolution.

Maintenance Features

The manual emphasizes several maintenance guidelines to ensure the longevity and optimal performance of the monitor.

Cleaning: To keep the monitor looking new, it should be periodically cleaned with a soft cloth. For stubborn stains, a cloth lightly dampened with a mild detergent solution can be used. Strong solvents like thinner, benzene, or abrasive cleaners should be avoided as they can damage the cabinet. It is crucial to unplug the monitor before cleaning for safety.
Storage and Shipping: Users are advised to save the original shipping box and packing materials. These materials are useful for repackaging the monitor as it was originally packed at the factory, providing maximum protection if it ever needs to be shipped.
Environmental Precautions: The monitor should not be installed near heat sources (radiators, air ducts), in direct sunlight, or in areas with excessive dust or mechanical vibration or shock. It should also not be placed near water sources like bathtubs, washbowls, kitchen sinks, laundry tubs, swimming pools, or in wet basements. Proper ventilation is essential; slots and openings on the cabinet should not be blocked or covered.
Handling: When adjusting the viewing angle, users should hold the stand to prevent the monitor from toppling and avoid touching the LCD screen to prevent damage. Care should be taken not to place fingers or hands near the hinges when tilting to avoid pinching.
Power Management: The monitor should be operated only from the specified power source. Unplugging the unit during lightning storms or prolonged periods of non-use protects it from power surges. Power strips and extension cords should not be overloaded to prevent fire or electric shock.
Internal Access: The manual explicitly warns against opening the cabinet or attempting to service the monitor by oneself due to the presence of dangerously high voltages. All servicing should be referred to qualified service personnel.
Wall Mounting: For wall mounting, a VESA compatible wall bracket (100x100, M4, 10mm, 8kg) is required. The manual advises reading the specific wall bracket instructions and notes that installing the LCD monitor requires special skill and should only be performed by qualified service personnel. HANNspree disclaims responsibility for improper mounting.

The manual also provides a troubleshooting section with common problems and their solutions, such as issues with the power LED, "No Plug & Play" messages, display darkness/brightness, picture bouncing, missing colors, incorrect centering/sizing, color defects, resolution adjustment, and no sound output. It also includes an addendum for Windows 7/8/10 display problems, recommending driver updates and specific display resolutions.

HANNspree HC270HCB Specifications

General

Screen Size	27 inches
Refresh Rate	60 Hz
Response Time	5 ms
Brightness	250 cd/m²
Contrast Ratio	1000:1
Aspect Ratio	16:9
Power Consumption	30 W
Resolution	1920 x 1080
Ports	HDMI, VGA
Viewing Angle	178° (H) / 178° (V)