Acer LCD Monitor
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1. 543 21 Panel controls No Item Power button indicator lt gt button Menu Enter button Auto Exit button Empowering Key Description Turn the monitor on off Blue indicates power on Blinking blue indicates standby power saving mode Press the lt gt button to navigate to the desired function and press the Menu button to select the function Press the lt gt button to change the settings of the current function Press to view the OSD menu Press it again to enter a selection in the OSD menu e When the OSD menu is active press this button to exit the OSD menu e WhentheOSDmenuisinactive pressthisbuttonfortwoseconds toactivatetheAutoAdjustmentfunctionandthemonitorwill automaticallyoptimizethedisplay position focus andclock of your display For VGA mode only Press this button to open the Acer eColor Management OSD and access the scenario modes Using the Shortcut Menu Press any of the function buttons Empowering Key Auto button or Menu button to open the shortcut menu The shortcut menu lets you quickly select the most commonly accessed settings e AUTO Input Item Empowering Auto Menu Volume Input Description Press the Empowering Key to open the Acer eColor Management and access the scenario modes Press the Auto button to activate the Auto Adjustment function and the monitor will automatically optimiz2. 18 20 pin color display signal cable PIN No Description 1 ML Lane 1 ML Lane 2 WO lJ lmn lG ML Lane 2 ML Lane 3 AUX CH DP PWR ML Lane 0 ML Lane 0 GND GND CONFIG1 AUX CH Return Description TMDS Data TMDS Data TMDS Data0 Shield TMDS Clock TMDS Clock SDA 5V Power Description GND ML_Lane 1 GND ML_Lane 3 CONFIG2 GND Hot Plug Standard timing table Mode Resolution Resolution Horizontal Vertical Nominal Pixel active dot total dot Frequency KHz Frequency Hz Clock MHz 640x480 60Hz 800 x 525 25 175 640x480 72Hz 832x520 31 500 640x480 75Hz 840 x 500 31 500 640x480 66 66Hz 864x525 30 240 720x400 70Hz 900x449 28 322 800x600 56Hz 1024 x 625 36 000 800x600 60Hz 1056 x 628 40 000 800x600 72Hz 1040 x 666 50 000 800x600 75Hz 1056x625 49 500 832x624 74 55Hz 1152x667 57 280 1024x768 60Hz 1344x806 65 000 1024x768 70Hz 1328x806 75 000 1024x768Q75Hz 1312x800 78 750 1152x870 75Hz 1456x915 100 000 1152x864 75Hz 1600x900 108 000 1280x960Q60Hz 1800x1000 108 000 1280x1024 60Hz 1688x1066 108 000 1280x1024 75Hz 1688x1066 135 000 1280x720 60Hz 1650x750 74 250 1280x800 60Hz 1680x831 83 500 1440x900 60Hz 1904x934 106 500 1680x1050 60Hz 2240 1089 146 250 1920x1080 60Hz 2200x1125 148 500 2560x1440 60Hz 2720x1481 241 500 Installation To install the monitor on yo
3. indicating a need for service e the product does not operate normally after following the operating instructions vi Note Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions since improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the roduct to nogmal condition Potentia y explosive environments Switch off your device in any area with a potentially explosive atmosphere and obey all signs and instructions Potentially explosive atmospheres include areas where you would normally be advised to turn off your vehicle engine Sparks in such areas could cause an explosion or fire resulting in bodily injury or even death Switch off the device near gas pumps at service stations Observe restrictions on the use of radio equipment in fuel depots storage and distribution areas chemical plants or where blasting operations are in progress Areas with a potentially explosive atmosphere 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 children IT Equipment Recycling Information Acer is strongly co
4. sub menu Press the lt gt button to to adjust the target position and press the Auto button to confirm Setting Menu The Setting menu is used for adjusting the general settings for current input signal such as aspect ratio OSD language and etc Setting Wide Mode Full DDC CI ON OD Normal ACM OFF Input HDMI Language English Reset 1 Press the Menu button to bring up the OSD menu 2 Press the lt gt button to select Setting and press the Menu button to enter the Setting menu The following options are available in the Setting menu Wide Mode DDC CI OD ACM Input Language and Reset 3 Press the lt gt button to scroll through the Setting options and press the Menu button to enter its sub menu 4 Press the lt gt button to adjust select the setting and press the Auto button to confirm 13 Information Menu The Information menu displays the basic information of the LCD monitor Information English 2560x1440 H 68KHz V 60Hz HDMI Input SIN ETRLA00803104000502400 e 1 Press the Menu button to bring up the OSD menu 2 To view the basic information of the LCD monitor press the lt gt button to select E Information 14 Troubleshooting Before sending your LCD monitor for servicing please check the troubleshooting list below to see if you can self diagnose the problem DVI HDMI DP Mode Optional Problem LED status Remedy No picture visible Blue Using the OSD me
5. Acer LCD Monitor User Guide Copyright 2014 Acer Incorporated All Rights Reserved Acer LCD Monitor User Guide Original Issue 12 2014 Changes may be made periodically to the information in this publication without obligation to notify any person of such revisions or changes Such changes will be incorporated in new editions of this manual or supplementary documents and publications This company makes no representations or warranties either expressed or implied with respect to the contents hereof and specifically disclaims the implied warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose Record the model number serial number purchase date and place of purchase information in the space provided below The serial number and model number are recorded on the label affixed to your computer All correspondence 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 Acer LCD Monitor User Guide Model number Serial number Date of purchase Place of purchase Acer and the Acer logo are registered trademarks of Acer Incorporated Other companies product names or trademarks are used herein for identification purposes on
6. Commission Declaration of Conformity Unpacking Attaching the base for selected models Screen position adjustment Connecting the adapter and AC Power cord Power saving Display Data Channel DDC Connector pin assignment 24 pin color display signal cable 19 pin color display signal cable 20 pin color display signal cable Standard timing table Installation Users controls Panel controls Using the Shortcut Menu 9 Acer eColor Management 10 Operation instructions 10 Features and benefits 10 Using the OSD Menus 11 Picture Menu 11 OSD Menu 12 Contents CON G Wm Wm E E E W W WN x Setting Menu Information Menu Troubleshooting DVI HDMI DP Mode Optional 13 14 15 Unpacking Please check that the following 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 Quick start guide Audio cable Optional LCD MONITOR t J x DP Cable HDMI cable AC Power cord Optional Optional DVI cable Optional Attaching the base for selected models Note Remove the monitor and monitor base from its packaging Carefully place the monitor face down on a stable surface use a cloth to avoid scratching the screen 1 Attach the monitor stand arm to the base 2 Ensure that the base is locked onto the monitor stand arm e Secure the base to the monitor stand arm b
7. Press the Menu button to open the OSD menu You can use the OSD menu to adjust the picture quality OSD timeout and general settings Picture Menu The Picture menu is used for adjusting the picture quality Picture Picture Acer eColor Management 6 axis Saturate Blue Light 4 Off 6 axis Hue Brightness m Contrast Colour Temp 4 Blue Light Gamma 4 22 sRGB mode Off Super Sharpness e 4 1 Press the Menu button to bring up the OSD menu 2 Press the lt gt button to select S Picture and press the Menu button to enter the Picture menu The following options are available in the Picture menu Acer ecolor Management Blue Light Brightness Contrast 6 axis Saturate 6 axis Hue sRGB mode Super sharpness and Colour Temp 3 Press the lt gt button to scroll through the Picture options and press the Menu button to enter its sub menu 4 Press the lt gt button to adjust select the setting and press the Auto button to confirm 5 Blue Light filter out blue light by adjusting different Blue Light showing ratio 80 70 60 50 11 English 12 OSD Menu The OSD menu is used for adjusting the OSD menu location and the timeout setting acer OSD OSD Timeout E Press the Menu button to bring up the OSD menu Press the lt gt button to select 1221 OSD and press the Menu button to enter the OSD menu To adjust the OSD H Position V Position press the Menu button to enter its
8. activated The recovery time from power saving mode back to on is around 3 seconds LED indicator Display Data Channel DDC To make installation easier so long as your system supports the DDC protocol the monitor is able to plug and play The DDC is a communication protocol through which the monitor automatically informs the host system about its capabilities for example supported resolutions and corresponding timing The monitor supports the DDC2B standard 24 pin color display signal cable Lr b CO ann 0 lH U V PIN No Description PIN No Description 1 TMDS data 2 13 TMDS data 3 2 TMDS data 2 14 5 V power 3 TMDS data 2 4 shield 15 DVI detect 4 TMDS data 4 16 Hot plug detection 5 TMDS data 4 17 TMDS data 0 6 DDC clock 18 TMDS data 0 7 DDC data 19 TMDS data 0 5 shield 8 NC 20 TMDS data 5 9 TMDS data 1 21 TMDS data 5 10 TMDS data 1 22 TMDS clock shield 11 TMDS data 1 3 shield 23 TMDS clock 12 TMDS data 3 24 DDC TMDS clock 19 pin color display signal cable 19171513119 75 3 1 L 1816141210 8 6 4 2 S m PIN No Description 1 TMDS Data2 Shield TMDS Data Shield OPN Ow TMDS Clock Shield Reserved N C on device DDC CEC Ground TMDS Data2 TMDS Data2 TMDS Data0 TMDS Data0 CEC SCL Hot Plug Detect PIN No oj N 12 14 16
9. e equipment be sure to unplug the power cord from the electrical outlet Safe listening To protect your hearing follow these instructions e Gradually increase the volume until you can hear it clearly and comfortably and without distortion e After setting the volume level do not increase it after your ears have adjusted e Limit the amount of time listening to music at high volume e Avoid turning up the volume to block out noisy surroundings e Turn the volume down if you can t hear people speaking near you Warnings e Do not use this product near water e Do not place this product on an unstable cart stand or table If the product falls it could be seriously damaged e Slots and openings are provided for ventilation to ensure reliable operation of the product and to protect it from overheating 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 e Never push objects of any kind into this product through cabinet slots as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock Never spill liquid of any kind onto or into the product e To avoid damage of internal components and to prevent battery leakage do not place the product on a
10. e the display position focus and clock of your display For VGA mode only Press the Menu button to activate the OSD menu Press the Volume button to adjust volume Optional only Audio Input Model Press the Input button to select from different video sources that may be connected to your monitor Optional only Dual Input Model or HDMI Input Model Acer eColor Management Operation instructions 1 Press the Empowering Key to open the Acer eColor Management OSD menu and access the scenario modes e mpowering Technology aleluja Z 4 2 Press the lt gt button to select the desired mode 3 Press the Auto button to confirm the selection and exit Acer eColor Management Features and benefits Icon Mode type Description User mode User defined Settings can be fine tuned to suit any situation ECO mode Adjusts the settings to reduce power consumption Standard mode Default settings Reflects native display capability Graphic mode Enhances colors and emphasizes fine detail Pictures and photographs appear in vibrant colors with sharp detail Movie mode Displays scenes in clearest detail Presents great visuals even in unsuitably lit environments E O fo 10 Using the OSD Menus Note The following content is for general reference only Actual product specifications may vary Your LCD monitor is equipped with an on screen display OSD menu for making various adjustments and settings
11. ke the computer from Sleep mode by pushing the power button Tips and information for comfortable use Computer users may complain of eyestrain and headaches after prolonged use Users are also at risk of physical injury after long hours of working in front of a computer Long work periods bad posture poor work habits stress inadequate working conditions personal health and other factors greatly increase the risk of physical injury Incorrect computer usage may lead to carpal tunnel syndrome tendonitis tenosynovitis or other musculoskeletal disorders The following symptoms may appear in the hands wrists arms shoulders neck or back e numbness or a burning or tingling sensation e aching soreness or tenderness e pain swelling or throbbing e stiffness or tightness s 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 computer use Finding your comfort zone Find your comfort zone by adjusting the viewing angle of the monitor using a footrest or raising your sitting height to achieve maximum comfort Observe the following tips e refrain from staying too long in one fixed posture e avoid slouching forward and or leaning backward e stand up and walk around regularly to remove the strain on your
12. leg muscles Taking care of your vision Longviewing hours wearingincorrectglassesorcontactlenses glare excessiveroomlighting vii viii poorlyfocusedscreens verysmalltypefacesandlow contrastdisplayscouldstressyoureyes The following sections provide suggestions on how to reduce eyestrain Eyes e Rest your eyes frequently e Giveyoureyesregularbreaksbylookingawayfromthemonitorand focusing onaistantpoint e Blink frequently to keep your eyes from drying out Display e Keep your display clean e Keep your head at a higher level than the top edge of the display so your eyes point downward when looking at the middle of the display e Adjust the display brightness and or contrast to a comfortable level for enhanced text readability and graphics clarity e Eliminate glare and reflections by e placing your display in such a way that the side faces the window or any light source e minimizing room light by using drapes shades or blinds e using a task light e changing the display s viewing angle e using a glare reduction filter e using a display visor such as a piece of cardboard extended from the display s top front edge e Avoid adjusting your display to an awkward viewing angle e Avoid looking at bright light sources such as open windows for extended periods of time Developing good work habits Develop the following work habits to make your computer use more relaxing and productive e Take short breaks
13. ly and belong to their respective companies 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 Special notes on LCD monitors The following are normal with the LCD monitor and do not indicate a problem e Due to the nature of the fluorescent light the screen may flicker during initial use Turn off the power switch and then turn it on again to make sure the flicker disappears e You may find slightly uneven brightness on the screen depending on the desktop pattern you use e The LCD screen has 99 99 or more effective pixels It may include blemishes of 0 01 or less such as a missing pixel or pixel lit all the time e 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 Cleaning your monitor Please carefully follow these guidelines when cleaning the monitor e Always unplug the monitor before cleaning e Use a soft cloth to wipe the screen and cabinet front and sides Accessibility Be sure that the power outlet you plug the power cord into is easily accessible and located as close to the equipment operator as possible When you need to disconnect power from th
14. mmitted to environmental protection and views recycling in the form of salvaging and disposal of used equipment as one of the company s top priorities in minimizing the burden placed on the environment We at Acer are very conscious of the environmental effects of our business and strive to identify and provide the best working procedures to reduce the environmental impact of our products For more information and help when recycling please go to this website http www acer group com public Sustainability sustainability01 htm Visit www acer group com for further information on the features and benefits of our other products Disposal instructions Donotthrowthiselectronicdeviceintothetrashwhen discarding To minimize pollutionandensureutmostprotectionoftheglobalenvironment pleaserecycle For more information on the Waste from Electrical and Electronics Equipment WEEE regulations visit http www acer group com public Sustainability sustainability01 htm LCD pixel statement 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 This product has been shipped enabled for power management e Activate display s Sleep mode within 15 minutes of user inactivity e Activate computer s Sleep mode within 30 minutes of user inactivity e Wa
15. n 333 West San Carlos St San Jose Suite 1500 CA95110 U S A Tel 254 298 4000 Fax 254 298 4147 www acer com C Federal Communications Commission Declaration of Conformity This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 this device may 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 Model Number SKU Number Name of Responsible Party Address of Responsible Party Contact Person Phone No Fax No LCD Monitor G257HU G257HU xxxxxx x 0 9 a z or A Z Acer America Corporation 333 West San Carlos St Suite 1500 San Jose CA 95110 U S A Acer Representative 254 298 4000 254 298 4147 Information for your safety and comfort Safety instructions Special notes on LCD monitors Cleaning your monitor Accessibility iv Safe listening iv Warnings i Using electrical power Product servicing Potentially explosive environments Additional safety information IT Equipment Recycling Information Disposal instructions LCD pixel statement vii Tips and information for comfortable use vii Finding your comfort zone vii Taking care of your vision viii Developing good work habits viii Declaration of Conformity ix Federal Communications
16. nu adjust brightness and 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 Blinking Blue Check if the video signal cable is properly connected at the back of monitor Check if the computer system is switched on and in power saving standby mode 15
17. power cord is equipped with a three wire grounded plug The plug only fits in a grounded power outlet Make sure the power outlet is properly grounded before inserting the power cord plug Do not insert the plug into a non grounded power outlet Contact your electrician for details Warning The grounding pin is a safety feature Using a power outlet that is not properly grounded may result in electric shock and or injury Note The grounding pin also provides good protection from unexpected noise produced by other nearby electrical devices that may interfere with the performance of this product e Usetheproductonlywiththesupplied powersupplycordset Ifyouneedtoreplacethe power cordset makesurethatthenewpowercordmeetsthefollowingrequirements detachable type UL listed CSA certified type SPT 2 rated 7 A 125 V minimum VDE approved or its equivalent 4 6 meters 15 feet maximum length Product servicing Do not attempt to service this product yourself as opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage points or other risks Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel when e the power cord or plug is damaged cut or frayed e liquid was spilled into the product e the product was exposed to rain or water e the product has been dropped or the case has been damaged e the product exhibits a distinct change in performance
18. regularly and often e Perform some stretching exercises e Breathe fresh air as often as possible e Exercise regularly and maintain a healthy body C E acer Declaration of Conformity We Acer Incorporated 8F 88 Sec 1 Xintai 5th Rd Xizhi New Taipei City 221 Taiwan Contact Person Mr RU Jan e mail ru jan acer com And Acer Italy s r l Via Lepetit 40 20020 Lainate MI Italy Tel 39 02 939 921 Fax 39 02 9399 2913 www acer it Declare under our own responsibility that the product Product LCD Monitor Trade Name Acer Model Number G257HU SKU Number G257HU XXXXXX x 0 9 a z AZ or blank To which this declaration refers conforms to the relevant standard or other standardizing documents e EN55022 2010 Class B EN55024 2010 e EN61000 3 2 2006 A1 2009 A2 2009 Class D e EN61000 3 3 2008 e EN60950 1 2006 A11 2009 A1 2010 A12 2011 e Regulation EC No 1275 2008 EN 50564 2011 IEC 62301 2011 e ENS0581 2012 We hereby declare above product is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of EMC Directive 2004 108 EC Low Voltage Directive 2006 95 EC and RoHS Directive 2011 65 EU and Directive 2009 125 EC with regard to establishing a framework for the setting of ecodesign requirements for energy related product Year to begin affixing CE marking 2014 a 7 li L ye Dec 15 2014 RU Jan Sr Manager Date Regulation Acer Inc acer Acer America Corporatio
19. ur host system please follow the steps below Steps 1 Connect the video cable a Make sure both the monitor and computer are switched off b Connect the digital cable 1 Make sure both the monitor and computer are switched off 2 DVI Cable Optional only Dual Input Model a Make sure both the monitor and computer are powered OFF b Connect the DVI cable to the computer 3 HDMI Cable Optional only HDMI Input Model a Make sure both the monitor and computer are powered OFF b Connect the HDMI cable to the computer 4 DP Cable Optional only DP Input Model a Make sure both the monitor and computer are powered OFF b Connect the DP cable to the computer c Connect the audio cable Optional only Audio input Model 2 Connect the adapter a Connect the AC cord to the adapter b Connect one end of the adapter to the monitor and the other end 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 Ifthe monitor does not function properly please refer to the troubleshooting section to diagnose the problem a pp AUDIOIN Q new fo Note Audio output is only for audio output model In order to prevent damage to the monitor do not lift the monitor by its base Users controls
20. vibrating surface e Never use it under sporting exercising or any vibrating environment which will probably cause unexpected short current or damage internal devices e The adapter is only used for this monitor do not be used for other purposes e Your device uses one of the following power supplies Manufacture Shenzhen Honor Electronic Co Ltd ADS 40SG 19 3 19040G 40W Manufacture Delta Electronics Inc ADP 40KD 40W Manufacture Liteon Technology Corp PA 1051 91 50W Manufacture Shenzhen Honor Electronic Co Ltd ADS 65BI 19 3 19050G 50W Using electrical power e This product should be operated from the type of power indicated on the marking label If you are not sure of the type of power available consult your dealer or local power company e Do not allow anything to rest on the power cord Do not locate this product where people will walk on the cord e Ifan extension cord is used with this product make sure that the total ampere rating of the equipment plugged into the extension cord does not exceed the extension cord ampere rating Also make sure that the total rating of all products plugged into the wall outlet does not exceed the fuse rating e Do not overload a power outlet strip or receptacle by plugging in too many devices The overall system load must not exceed 80 of the branch circuit rating If power strips are used the load should not exceed 80 of the power strip s input rating e This product s
21. y turning the white screw using the integrated tab or a suitable coin for selected models Note Take care when performing the installation to avoid injuring yourself Screen position adjustment 8 L J To optimize the viewing position you can adjust the monitor tilt using both of your hands to hold the edges of the monitor The monitor can be adjusted to 15 degrees up or 5 degrees down Connecting the adapter and AC Power cord e Check first to make sure that the power cord you use is the correct type required for your area e The monitor has a universal power supply that allows operation in either 100 120 V AC or 220 240 V AC voltage area No user adjustment is required e Plug one end of the AC power cord to the Adapter and plug the other end into an AC outlet e For units using 120 V AC Use a UL listed cord set type SVT wire and plug rated 10 A 125 V e For units using 220 240 V AC Use a cord set consisting of HO5VV F cord and plug rated 10 A 250 V The cord set should have the appropriate safety approvals 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 blinking blue light Mode LED light On Blue Standby Power saving Blinking Blue The power saving mode will be kept until a _ a E control signal has been detected or the keyboard or mouse is
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