Acer KA241, User Manual

Page 1: ...Acer LCD Monitor User s Guide ...

Page 2: ...spondence 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 Model number __________________________________ Serial num...

Page 3: ...g the image or turning off the power switch for a few hours 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 Cleaning your monitor Please carefully follow these guidelines when cleaning the monitor Always unplug the monitor before cleaning Use a soft cloth...

Page 4: ...g 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 volta...

Page 5: ...unding 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 ...

Page 6: ...tmosphere 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 child...

Page 7: ...tatement 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 http www acer group com public Sustainability This product has been shipped enabled for power management Activate display s Sleep mode within 5 minutes of user i...

Page 8: ...mbness 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 company s health and safety department The following section provides tips for more comfortable co...

Page 9: ...r 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 display s viewing angle using a glare reduction filter using a display visor such as a piece of cardboard extended from the display s top front...

Page 10: ...bed above is in conformity with the relevant Union harmonization legislations as below Directive and following harmonized standards and or other relevant standards have been applied EMC Directive 2014 30 EU EN 55022 2010 AC 2011 Class B EN 61000 3 2 2006 A2 2009 Class D EN 55024 2010 EN 61000 3 3 2013 LVD Directive 2014 35 EU EN 60950 1 2006 A11 2009 A1 2010 A12 2011 A2 2013 RoHS Directive 2011 65...

Page 11: ...wing local Manufacturer Importer is responsible for this declaration Product LCD Monitor Model Number SKU Number x 0 9 a z A Z or Blank Name of Responsible Party Acer America Corporation Address of Responsible Party Contact Person Acer Representative Phone No 254 298 4000 Fax No 254 298 4147 333 West San Carlos St Suite 1500 San Jose CA 95110 U S A Acer America Corporation 333 West San Carlos St S...

Page 12: ... recycling information vi Disposal instructions vii LCD pixel statement vii Tips and information for comfortable use viii Federal Communications Commission Declaration of Conformity xi Unpacking 1 Attaching removing the base 2 Screen position adjustment 2 Connecting the power cord Power saving Display Data Channel DDC Connector pin assignment Standard timing table Installation User controls How to...

Page 13: ...present when you unpack the box and save the packing materials in case you need to ship or transport the monitor in the future LCD monitor Quick start guide D sub cable Option DVI cable Option AC power cord EN 1 HDMI Cable Optional LCD MONITOR User Guide ...

Page 14: ...The monitor can be adjusted to 20 degrees up or 5 degrees down EN 2 20 ATTACHING REMOVING THE BASE ATTACHING REMOVING THE BASE ATTACHING REMOVING THE BASE ATTACHING REMOVING THE BASE ATTACHING REMOVING THE BASE Install Align the base with the stand and push the base towards the top of the monitor Tighten the screw clock wise Remove Reverse the steps to remove the base ...

Page 15: ...r 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 amber colored power LED 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 Di...

Page 16: ...nal cable PIN No Description PIN No Description 1 Red 9 5 V 2 Green 10 Logic ground 3 Blue 11 Monitor ground 4 Monitor ground 12 DDC serial data 5 DDC return 13 H sync 6 R ground 14 V sync 7 G ground 15 DDC serial clock 8 B ground 1 5 6 10 11 15 EN 4 ...

Page 17: ...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 EN 5 only for certain models PIN No Description PIN No Description 1 TMDS Data2 2 TMDS Data2 Shield 3 TMDS Data2 4 TMDS Data1 5 TMDS Data1 Shield 6 TMDS Data1 7 TMDS Data0 8 TMDS Data0 Shield 9 TMDS Data0 10 TMDS Clock 11 TMDS Clock Shield 12 TMDS Clock 13 CEC 14 Reserved N C on device 15 SCL ...

Page 18: ...Standard timing table 9 0 9 6 69 69 9 6 6 9 6 EN 6 8 ...

Page 19: ...end of the 24 pin DVI cable to the back of the monitor and the other end to the computer s port 2 Connect the power cord Connect the power cord to the monitor then to a properly grounded AC outlet 3 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 dia...

Page 20: ...unction The Auto Adjustment function is used to set the HPos VPos Clock and Focus MENU OSD functions Press this botton to activate the OSD menu INPUT Input Key Use Input key to select from different video sources that may be connected to your monitor a VGA input b DVI input As you cycle through the sources you will see the following messages on right top side of screen to indicate currently select...

Page 21: ...graphs appear in vibrant colors with sharp detail N A Movie mode Displays scenes in clearest detail Presents g r e a t v isu a ls e v e n in u n s u ita b ly lit environments Acer eColor Management Operation instructions Step 1 Press Key to open the Acer eColor Management OSD and access the scenario modes Step 2 Press or to select the mode Features and Benefits Step 3 Press AUTO Key to confirm the...

Page 22: ...just the picture quality OSD position and general settings For advanced settings please refer to following page Adjusting the picture quality 1 Press the MENU key to bring up the OSD 2 Using the keys select Picture from the OSD Then navigate to the picture element you wish to adjust 3 Use the keys to adjust the sliding scales 4 The Picture menu can be used to adjust the current Brightness Contrast...

Page 23: ...EN 11 Adjusting the OSD position 1 Press the MENU key to bring up the OSD 2 Using the directional keys select OSD from the on screen display Then navigate to the feature you wish to adjust ...

Page 24: ... 1 Press the MENU key to bring up the OSD 2 Using the keys select Setting from the OSD Then navigate to the feature you wish to adjust 3 The Setting menu can be used to adjust the screen Menu Language and other important settings ...

Page 25: ...ess the MENU key to bring up the OSD 2 Using the keys select Information from the OSD Then the basic information of LCD monitor will show up for current input 1 0 x 0 Information H 65KHz V 60Hz VGA Input S N ETL5309 1326350380B3742 ...

Page 26: ...tor Check if the computer system is switched on and in power saving standby mode Unstable picture 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 Using the OSD adjust focus clock H position and V position with non standard signals Ch...

Page 27: ... to maximum or reset to their default settings Off Check the power switch Check if the AC power cord is properly connected to the monitor Amber Check if the video signal cable is properly connected at the back of monitor Check that the computer system is switched on and in power saving standby mode EN 15 ...