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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 Assignment 9 Standard Timing Table 11 Installation 12 User controls 13 Troubleshooting 19
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 Assignment 9 Standard Timing Table 11 Installation 12 User controls 13 Troubleshooting 19
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... nature of the fluorescent light, the screen may flicker during initial use . · The LCD screen has effective pixels of the previous screen may remain after switching the image, when the same image is recovered slowly by changing the image or turning 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...
... nature of the fluorescent light, the screen may flicker during initial use . · The LCD screen has effective pixels of the previous screen may remain after switching the image, when the same image is recovered slowly by changing the image or turning 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...
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...may touch dangerous voltage points or short-out parts that the power outlet you plug the power cord into the product. • To avoid damage of time listening to music at high volume. • Avoid turning up the volume to protect your safety and comfort Safety instructions Read these instructions, suggested... accessibility Be sure that could be blocked or covered. Follow all warnings and instructions marked on an unstable cart, stand or table. If the product falls, it could result in a fire or electric shock. The openings should never be placed near you. EN-2 ...
...may touch dangerous voltage points or short-out parts that the power outlet you plug the power cord into the product. • To avoid damage of time listening to music at high volume. • Avoid turning up the volume to protect your safety and comfort Safety instructions Read these instructions, suggested... accessibility Be sure that could be blocked or covered. Follow all warnings and instructions marked on an unstable cart, stand or table. If the product falls, it could result in a fire or electric shock. The openings should never be placed near you. EN-2 ...
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... fixed posture • avoid slouching forward and/or leaning backward • stand up and walk around regularly to remove the strain on the recorded image and does not constitute a malfunction. Users are covered by adjusting the viewing angle of physical injury after prolonged use . Tips and information for more comfortable computer use . Refer all servicing to achieve maximum comfort. LCD Pixel Statement The LCD...
... fixed posture • avoid slouching forward and/or leaning backward • stand up and walk around regularly to remove the strain on the recorded image and does not constitute a malfunction. Users are covered by adjusting the viewing angle of physical injury after prolonged use . Tips and information for more comfortable computer use . Refer all servicing to achieve maximum comfort. LCD Pixel Statement The LCD...
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... any light source • minimizing room light by looking away from the monitor and focusing on a couch or bed. Warning! Display • Keep your display clean. • Keep your head at a higher level than your documents, place the display at the middle of the display. • Adjust the display brightness and/or contrast to make your eyes. The following work for extended periods of your vision Long viewing...
... any light source • minimizing room light by looking away from the monitor and focusing on a couch or bed. Warning! Display • Keep your display clean. • Keep your head at a higher level than your documents, place the display at the middle of the display. • Adjust the display brightness and/or contrast to make your eyes. The following work for extended periods of your vision Long viewing...
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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 · AC Power Cord · D-Sub Cable (Optional) · DVI Cable (On(lOy Dptuioaln-Ianl)put Model) · Audio Cable (Onl(yOAputidoinoa-Iln) put Model) · (Optional) User Manual · Quick Start Guide Acer Monitor EN-5
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 · AC Power Cord · D-Sub Cable (Optional) · DVI Cable (On(lOy Dptuioaln-Ianl)put Model) · Audio Cable (Onl(yOAputidoinoa-Iln) put Model) · (Optional) User Manual · Quick Start Guide Acer Monitor EN-5
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... down on a stable surface -- Remove: Depress the release hooks as shown in the figure below . EN-6 The monitor can be adjusted to optimize the best viewing position, you can adjust the tilt of the monitor. Install: Align the base with the stand and push the base towards the top of the monitor by arrow below . use a cloth to remove it. Attaching / Removing the Base Note: Remove the monitor and monitor base from its packaging.
... down on a stable surface -- Remove: Depress the release hooks as shown in the figure below . EN-6 The monitor can be adjusted to optimize the best viewing position, you can adjust the tilt of the monitor. Install: Align the base with the stand and push the base towards the top of the monitor by arrow below . use a cloth to remove it. Attaching / Removing the Base Note: Remove the monitor and monitor base from its packaging.
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... light sources may reflect on the power cord to avoid damage to the cable. · Do not expose the monitor to rain, excessive moisture, or dust. · Do not cover the ventilation slots or openings of H05VV-F cord and plug rated 10 A, 250 V. Place the monitor just below guidelines when cleaning the monitor. · Always unplug the monitor before cleaning. · Use a soft cloth to wipe the screen...
... light sources may reflect on the power cord to avoid damage to the cable. · Do not expose the monitor to rain, excessive moisture, or dust. · Do not cover the ventilation slots or openings of H05VV-F cord and plug rated 10 A, 250 V. Place the monitor just below guidelines when cleaning the monitor. · Always unplug the monitor before cleaning. · Use a soft cloth to wipe the screen...
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... system about its capabilities, for example, supported resolutions and corresponding timing. 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 system also supports DDC protocol. The DDC (Display Data Channel) is around 3 seconds. Power saving The monitor will be driven into Power Saving" mode by the amber-color power LED.
... system about its capabilities, for example, supported resolutions and corresponding timing. 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 system also supports DDC protocol. The DDC (Display Data Channel) is around 3 seconds. Power saving The monitor will be driven into Power Saving" mode by the amber-color power LED.
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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 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 15-Pin Color Display Signal Cable PIN NO. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8.
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... properly, please refer to the troubleshooting section to the computer's port. 1-3 HCoDnMnIeCcat bHlDe M(OInClyabHlDe M(OI-nInlypHuDt MMoI-dinepl)ut model) a. b. This sequence is very important. 5. Make sure both the monitor and computer are powered-OFF. Connect the HDMI cable to your host system, please follow the steps as given below: Steps 1. 1-1 Connect Video Cable a. INSTALLATION To install the monitor to the computer. 2. Connect the Audio Cable(Only Audio-Input Model)(Optional) 3.
... properly, please refer to the troubleshooting section to the computer's port. 1-3 HCoDnMnIeCcat bHlDe M(OInClyabHlDe M(OI-nInlypHuDt MMoI-dinepl)ut model) a. b. This sequence is very important. 5. Make sure both the monitor and computer are powered-OFF. Connect the HDMI cable to your host system, please follow the steps as given below: Steps 1. 1-1 Connect Video Cable a. INSTALLATION To install the monitor to the computer. 2. Connect the Audio Cable(Only Audio-Input Model)(Optional) 3.
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... modes. Using the Shortcut Menu Press the function button to open the shortcut menu. It may be connected to your monitor. (a) VGA input (b) DVI input (c) HDMI input As you cycle through the sources you quickly select the most commonly accessed settings. USER CONTROLS Power Switch / Power LED: To turn the monitor ON or OFF. Lights up to appear. The Auto Adjustment function is selected ,but the VGA and DVI cables are not connected, a floating dialog box indicates: "No Cable Connect" or "No Signal" EN-13 MENU OSD...
... modes. Using the Shortcut Menu Press the function button to open the shortcut menu. It may be connected to your monitor. (a) VGA input (b) DVI input (c) HDMI input As you cycle through the sources you quickly select the most commonly accessed settings. USER CONTROLS Power Switch / Power LED: To turn the monitor ON or OFF. Lights up to appear. The Auto Adjustment function is selected ,but the VGA and DVI cables are not connected, a floating dialog box indicates: "No Cable Connect" or "No Signal" EN-13 MENU OSD...
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... the mode Step 3: Press " AUTO " Key to reduce power consumption. Settings can be fine-tuned to suit any situation N/A ECO mode Adjusts the settings to confirm the mode and run Auto Adjust. Features and Benefits Main Sub Menu Sub Menu Menu icon icon item Description N/A User mode User defined. Reflects native display mode capability N/A Grahpic mode Enhances colors and emphasize fine detail. N/A Standard Default Setting. Presents great visuals, even in clearest detail. Pictures and...
... the mode Step 3: Press " AUTO " Key to reduce power consumption. Settings can be fine-tuned to suit any situation N/A ECO mode Adjusts the settings to confirm the mode and run Auto Adjust. Features and Benefits Main Sub Menu Sub Menu Menu icon icon item Description N/A User mode User defined. Reflects native display mode capability N/A Grahpic mode Enhances colors and emphasize fine detail. N/A Standard Default Setting. Presents great visuals, even in clearest detail. Pictures and...
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...: Adjusting the picture quality 1 Press the MENU key to open the OSD. You can be used for general reference only. For advanced settings, please refer to following content is for adjusting the settings of your LCD Monitor. Press the MENU key to bring up the OSD. 2 Using the / keys, select Picture from the OSD. The OSD can use the OSD to adjust the current Brightness, Contrast, Colour Temp, Auto Config and other image-related...
...: Adjusting the picture quality 1 Press the MENU key to open the OSD. You can be used for general reference only. For advanced settings, please refer to following content is for adjusting the settings of your LCD Monitor. Press the MENU key to bring up the OSD. 2 Using the / keys, select Picture from the OSD. The OSD can use the OSD to adjust the current Brightness, Contrast, Colour Temp, Auto Config and other image-related...
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EN-16 Adjusting the OSD position 1 Press the MENU key to adjust. Then navigate to the feature you wish to bring up the OSD. 2 Using the directional keys, select OSD from the on screen display.
EN-16 Adjusting the OSD position 1 Press the MENU key to adjust. Then navigate to the feature you wish to bring up the OSD. 2 Using the directional keys, select OSD from the on screen display.
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EN-17 Adjusting the setting 1 Press the MENU key to adjust the screen Menu Language and other important settings. Then navigate to the feature you wish to adjust. 3 The Setting menu can be used to bring up the OSD. 2 Using the / keys, select Setting from the OSD.
EN-17 Adjusting the setting 1 Press the MENU key to adjust the screen Menu Language and other important settings. Then navigate to the feature you wish to adjust. 3 The Setting menu can be used to bring up the OSD. 2 Using the / keys, select Setting from the OSD.
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... 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 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 the host PC is in minimum position and...
... 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 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 the host PC is in minimum position and...
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No Picture · Check if AC power cord is ON. EN-20 LED OFF · Check the power switch. LED displays amber color · Check if video signal cable is properly connected at the back of monitor. · Check if the power of the host PC is in minimum position and try to their default settings. (DVI Mode) Problems Current Status Remedy LED ON · Using OSD, adjust brightness and contrast to maximum or reset to raise the volume level. Abnormal Sound (Only AudioInput model) (Optional...
No Picture · Check if AC power cord is ON. EN-20 LED OFF · Check the power switch. LED displays amber color · Check if video signal cable is properly connected at the back of monitor. · Check if the power of the host PC is in minimum position and try to their default settings. (DVI Mode) Problems Current Status Remedy LED ON · Using OSD, adjust brightness and contrast to maximum or reset to raise the volume level. Abnormal Sound (Only AudioInput model) (Optional...
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... that: Product: LCD Monitor Trade Name: Acer Model Number: G225HQV/G215HV SKU Number: G225HQV/G215HV 0~9, a ~ z, or A ~ Z) Is compliant with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of the following harmonized standard: -. EMC Directive 2004/108/EC as attested by conformity with the following harmonized standards: -. Easy Lai /Manager Regulation, Acer Inc. Year to establishing a framework for the setting of ecodesign...
... that: Product: LCD Monitor Trade Name: Acer Model Number: G225HQV/G215HV SKU Number: G225HQV/G215HV 0~9, a ~ z, or A ~ Z) Is compliant with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of the following harmonized standard: -. EMC Directive 2004/108/EC as attested by conformity with the following harmonized standards: -. Easy Lai /Manager Regulation, Acer Inc. Year to establishing a framework for the setting of ecodesign...
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... of Conformity This device complies with Part 15 of Responsible Party: Acer America Corporation 333 West San Carlos St. S. Operation is responsible for this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this declaration: Product: LCD Monitor Model Number: G225HQV/G215HV SKU Number: ("*" = 0~9, a ~ z, or A ~ Z) G225HQV/G215HV******** Name of Responsible Party: Address of...
... of Conformity This device complies with Part 15 of Responsible Party: Acer America Corporation 333 West San Carlos St. S. Operation is responsible for this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this declaration: Product: LCD Monitor Model Number: G225HQV/G215HV SKU Number: ("*" = 0~9, a ~ z, or A ~ Z) G225HQV/G215HV******** Name of Responsible Party: Address of...