Acer V183HV, User Manual

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

Page 2: ...espondence 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 nu...

Page 3: ...pixel or a pixel lit all the time Due to the nature of the LCD screen an afterimage of the previous screen may remain after switching the image when the same image is displayed for hours In this case the screen is recovered slowly by changing 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 ...

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: ...nding 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 m...

Page 6: ...re 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 children IT Equi...

Page 7: ...ronics Equipment WEEE regulations visit http global acer com about sustainability htm Mercury advisory For projectors or electronic products containing an LCD CRT monitor or display lamp s inside this product contain mercury and must be recycled or disposed of according to local state or federal laws For more information contact the Electronic Industries Alliance at www eiae org For lamp specific ...

Page 8: ... or a burning or tingling sensation Ǹ aching soreness or tenderness Ǹ pain swelling or throbbing Ǹ stiffness or tightness Ǹ 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 ...

Page 9: ...d or contrast to a comfortable level for 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 cardboar...

Page 10: ...roduct will continue comply with the requirements EMC Directive 2004 108 EC as attested by conformity with the following harmonized standards EN55022 AS NZS CISPR22 Class B EN55024 EN61000 3 2 Class D EN61000 3 3 Low Voltage Directive 2006 95 EC as attested by conformity with the following harmonized standard EN60950 1 RoHS Directive 2002 95 EC on the Restriction of the Use of certain Hazardous Su...

Page 11: ...y not cause harmful interference and 2 this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation The following local Manufacturer Importer is responsible for this declaration Product LCD Monitor Model Number V183HV SKU Number 0 9 a z or A Z V183HV Name of Responsible Party Acer America Corporation Address of Responsible Party 333 West San Carlos St...

Page 12: ...u d o r P i v n o i t a m r o f n i y t e f a s l a n o i t i d d A IT Equipment Recycling Information vi Disposal in i i v s n o i t c u r t s 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 3 Power saving 3 Display Data Channel DDC 3 Connec...

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Page 14: ...items are 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 User s guide Quick start guide D sub cable Optional DVI cable Optional AC power cord Audio cable Optional ...

Page 15: ...nding slots on the bottom of the base Removing Press the release button as indicated then pull in the direction of the arrow to remove the base To optimize the viewing position you can adjust the monitor tilt by using both of your hands to hold the edges of the monitor as shown below The monitor can be adjusted to 15 degrees up or 5 degrees down ...

Page 16: ...vals for 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 sec...

Page 17: ...play signal 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 ...

Page 18: ...ta 2 14 5 V power 3 TMDS data 2 4 shield 15 GND return for 5 V hsync vsync 4 NC 16 Hot plug detection 5 NC 17 TMDS data 0 6 DDC clock 18 TMDS data 0 7 DDC data 19 TMDS data 0 5 shield 8 NC 20 NC 9 TMDS data 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 ...

Page 19: ... VESA 800 x 600 800 x 600 60 56 Hz 8 SVGA 800 x 600 72 Hz 9 SVGA 800 x 600 75 Hz MAC 832 x 624 74 55 Hz XGA XGA XGA 1024 x 768 60 Hz 1024 x 768 70 Hz 1024 x 768 75 Hz 1152 x 870 75 Hz VESA VESA 1280 x 960 60 Hz MAC 1152 x 864 75 Hz SXGA SXGA 1280 x 1024 60 Hz 1280 x 1024 1280 x 720 75 Hz 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 60 Hz 20 21 WXGA WXGA 1280 x 800 60 Hz 60 Hz 1366 x 768 ...

Page 20: ... Make sure both the monitor and computer are switched off 2 Connect one 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 4 If the monitor doe...

Page 21: ... is off or activate deactivate the adjustment function when the OSD is on 6 A Auto adjust button Exit a When the OSD menu is active this button will act as the exit key OSD menu b When the OSD menu is inactive press this button for two seconds to activate the Auto Adjustment function The Auto Adjustment function is used to set the HPos VPos Clock and Focus 7 E Empowering Key Exit a When the OSD me...

Page 22: ...ect the function that you want to adjust 4 Press or to change the settings of the current function 5 To exit and save select the exit function If you want to adjust any other function repeat steps 2 to 4 A Acer eColor Management If Acer eColor Management is selected the Acer eColor Management OSD will appear B User If User is selected the standard OSD will appear ...

Page 23: ...u icon Sub Menu item Description N A User mode User defined Settings can be fine tuned to suit any situation N A ECO mode Adjusts the settings to reduce power consumption N A Standard mode Default Setting Reflects native display capability N A Grahpic mode Enhances colors and emphasize fine detail Pictures and photographs appear in vibrant colors with sharp detail N A Movie mode Displays scenes in...

Page 24: ... Off Focus Adjusts picture focus available in analog mode only Clock Adjusts the picture clock available in analog mode only H Position Adjusts the horizontal position of the OSD available in analog mode only V Position Adjusts the vertical position of the OSD available in analog mode only N A Warm Sets the color temperature to warm white N A Cool Sets the color temperature to cool white User red ...

Page 25: ...s on off DDC CI support N A Information Shows the resolution H V frequency input port and serial number for current input N A Reset Clears Auto configuration changes and sets the color temperature to warm N A Exit Saves user changes and closes the OSD Main menu icon Sub menu icon Sub menu item Description N A N A Input Source Select input signal from D Sub or DVI D or HDMI Wide Mode Select Wide mo...

Page 26: ... of monitor 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 si...

Page 27: ...contrast 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 ...