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- Acer K242HL | User Manual - Page 1
Acer LCD Monitor User's Guide - Acer K242HL | User Manual - Page 2
. All Rights Reserved. Acer LCD Monitor User's Guide Original Issue: 11/2013 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 - Acer K242HL | User Manual - Page 3
iii Special notes on LCD monitors The following are normal with the LCD monitor and do not indicate a problem. • 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. • You may - Acer K242HL | User Manual - Page 4
power from the equipment, be sure to unplug the power cord from the electrical outlet. Safe listening To protect your hearing, follow these instructions product near water. • Do not place this product on an unstable cart, stand or table. If the product falls, it could be seriously damaged. • Slots - Acer K242HL | User Manual - Page 5
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: • the power cord or plug is damaged, cut - Acer K242HL | User Manual - Page 6
and obey all signs and instructions. Potentially explosive atmospheres include areas . Switch off the device near gas pumps at service stations. Observe restrictions on the use of radio equipment burden placed on the environment. We at Acer are very conscious of the environmental effects of - Acer K242HL | User Manual - Page 7
more information on the Waste from Electrical and Electronics Equipment (WEEE) regulations, visit http://www.acer‐group.com/public/Sustainability/ LCD pixel statement The LCD unit is produced with high-precision manufacturing techniques. Nevertheless, some pixels may occasionally misfire or appear - Acer K242HL | User Manual - Page 8
inactivity. • Wake the computer from Sleep mode by pushing the power button. Tips and information for comfortable use Computer users may complain of zone Find your comfort zone by adjusting the viewing angle of the monitor, using a footrest, or raising your sitting height to achieve maximum - Acer K242HL | User Manual - Page 9
sections provide suggestions on how to reduce eyestrain. Eyes • Rest your eyes frequently. • Give your eyes regular breaks by looking away from the monitor and focusing on a distant point. • Blink frequently to keep your eyes from drying out. Display • Keep your display clean. • Keep your head at - Acer K242HL | User Manual - Page 10
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following local Manufacturer /Importer is responsible for this declaration: Product: LCD Monitor Model Number: SKU Number: K242HL K242HL xxxxxx ("x" = 0~9, a ~ z, or A ~ Z) Name of Responsible Party: Address of Responsible Party: Acer America Corporation 333 West San Carlos St. Suite 1500 San - Acer K242HL | User Manual - Page 12
for your safety and comfort Safety instructions Cleaning your monitor Connecting/disconnecting the device Accessibility Safe listening Warnings Using electrical power Product servicing Additional safety information IT equipment recycling information Disposal instructions LCD pixel statement Tips and - Acer K242HL | User Manual - Page 13
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 HDMI cable (Option) D-sub cable (Option) DVI cable (Option) AC power cord Audio Cable (Option) - Acer K242HL | User Manual - Page 14
English 2 Attaching the Base 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. Remove: Reverse the steps to remove the base. Screen position adjustment To optimize the viewing - Acer K242HL | User Manual - Page 15
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. Mode On Power saving LED light Blue Amber The power saving mode will be kept until a control - Acer K242HL | User Manual - Page 16
4 Connector pin assignment English 1 6 11 5 10 15 15-pin color display signal cable PIN No. Description 1 Red 2 Green 3 Blue 4 Monitor ground 5 DDC-return 6 R-ground 7 G-ground 8 B-ground PIN No. Description 9 +5 V 10 Logic ground 11 Monitor ground 12 DDC-serial data 13 H-sync 14 V-sync 15 DDC- - Acer K242HL | User Manual - Page 17
English 5 24-Pin Color Display Signal Cable* PIN Meaning PIN Meaning 1. TMDS Data2- 13. NC 2. TMDS Data2+ 14. +5V Power 3. TMDS Shield 11. TMDS Data 1/3 Shield 23. TMDS Clock+ 12. NC 24. DDC TMDS Clock- 19-Pin Color Display Signal Cable* PIN Meaning PIN 1. TMDS Data2 - Acer K242HL | User Manual - Page 18
4 SVGA 800 x 600 56 Hz 5 SVGA 800 x 600 60 Hz 6 XGA 1024 x 768 60 Hz 7 XGA 1024 x 768 70 Hz 8 VESA 1152 x 864 75 Hz 9 SXGA 1280 x 1024 60 Hz 10 VESA 1280 x 720 60 Hz 11 WXGA 1280 x 800 60 Hz 12 WXGA+ 1440 x 900 60 Hz 13 WSXGA+ 1680 x 1050 - Acer K242HL | User Manual - Page 19
the audio cable. 4 Turn on the monitor and computer Turn on the monitor first, then the computer. This sequence is very important. 5 If the monitor does not function properly, please refer to the troubleshooting section to diagnose the problem. D-Sub 2 DVI HDMI AUDIO IN HDMI DVI-D IN VGA IN - Acer K242HL | User Manual - Page 20
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eColor Management English Operation instructions Step 1: Press " " Key to open the Acer eColor Management OSD and access the scenario modes Step reduce power consumption. N/A Standard D efau lt Settin g . R eflects n a tive d isp lay mode capability N/A Grahpic mode Enhances colors and - Acer K242HL | User Manual - Page 22
Note: The following content is for general reference only. Actual product specifications may vary. The OSD can be used for adjusting the settings of your LCD Monitor. Press the MENU key to open the OSD. You can use the OSD to adjust the picture quality, OSD position and general settings. For - Acer K242HL | User Manual - Page 23
English 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. - Acer K242HL | User Manual - Page 24
English 12 Adjusting the setting 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. - Acer K242HL | User Manual - Page 25
English 13 Product information Information 1920 x 1080 H:65KHz V:60Hz VGA Input S/N:ETL5309 1326350380B3742 1 Press 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. - Acer K242HL | User Manual - Page 26
your LCD monitor for servicing, please check the troubleshooting list below to see if you can self-diagnose the problem. VGA mode Problem No picture visible LED status Blue Off Remedy Using the OSD, adjust brightness and contrast to maximum or reset to their default settings. Check the power - Acer K242HL | User Manual - Page 27
Amber Check if the AC power cord is properly connected to the monitor. 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. HDMI mode Problem No picture visible LED status Blue Off Remedy
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