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Acer LCD Monitor

User Guide

Summary of Contents for EI242QR

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

Page 2: ... 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 numbe...

Page 3: ...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 Always unplug the monitor before cleaning Use a soft cloth to wipe the screen and cabinet front and sides Accessibility Be sure that the power outlet you plug ...

Page 4: ... of power available consult your dealer or local power company If an 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 Do not overload a power outlet strip or...

Page 5: ...les 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 committed 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 burde...

Page 6: ...ck numbness 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 comfortab...

Page 7: ...ng and productive Take short breaks regularly and often Perform some stretching exercises Breathe fresh air as often as possible Exercise regularly and maintain a healthy body Never place a LCD Monitor in an unstable location A LCD Monitor may fall causing serious personal injury or death Many injuries particularly to children can be avoided by taking simple precautions such as Using cabinets or s...

Page 8: ...our sole responsibility that the product described 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 LVD Directive 2014 35 EU RoHS Directive 2011 65 EU ErP Directive 2010 30 EU Year to begin affixing CE marking 2019 EN 55032 2015 EN 61000 3 2 2014...

Page 9: ...nterference received including interference that may cause undesired operation The following local Manufacturer Importer is responsible for this declaration Product LCD Monitor Model Number EI242QR SKU Number EI242QR XXXXXX x 0 9 a z A Z or Blank Name of Responsible Party Acer America Corporation Address of Responsible Party 333 West San Carlos St Suite 1500 San Jose CA 95110 U S A Contact Person ...

Page 10: ...uctions v LCD pixel statement vi Tips and information for comfortable use vi Finding your comfort zone vi Taking care of your vision vi Developing good work habits vii PACKAGE CONTENTS 1 Attaching the monitor to the base 2 SCREEN POSITION ADJUSTMENT 3 CONNECTING THE POWER CORD 3 Connecting the adapter and AC Power cord 4 POWER SAVING 4 Display Data Channel DDC 5 20 Pin Color Display Signal Cable 5...

Page 11: ...xi English Main Menu 12 The Function page 12 TROUBLESHOOTING 19 HDMI DP Mode Optional 19 ...

Page 12: ...esent 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 DP Cable Optional HDMI Cable Optional Adaptor Quick Start Guide HDMI HDMI LCD Monitor EI2 series EI242QR USER GUIDE ...

Page 13: ...the desk where it will be used Note Do NOT press the screen to avoid damage any time 1 Please use only the NO 1 Screws 28 mm x 2 pcs 17mm x 2 pcs provided with this type of installation Attaching the monitor on the wall 2 Connect the monitor onto the wall Remark Please use only the NO 1 Screws 28mmx 2 pcs 17mm x 2 pcs provided with this type of installation Please check monitor weight in advance t...

Page 14: ... The monitor can be adjusted to 15 degrees up or 5 degrees down CONNECTING THE POWER CORD This monitor has a universal power supply that allows operation in either 100 120V AC or 220 240 V AC voltage area No user adjustment is required Note Do NOT press the screen with fingers Do NOT grasp the corners or the left and right sides of the monitor to adjust tilt 15 ...

Page 15: ...an AC outlet For units using 120 V AC Use a UL listed cord set type SVT wire and plug rated 10 A 125 V For units using 220 240 V AC Use a cord set consisting of H05VV 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 power saving states will be kept until a control signal has been det...

Page 16: ...ch the monitor automatically informs the host system about its capabilities for example supported resolutions and corresponding timing The monitor supports DDC2B standard 20 Pin Color Display Signal Cable PIN NO DESCRIPTION PIN NO DESCRIPTION 1 DP_3 3V 2 GND 3 HPD 4 AUX CH 5 GND 6 AUX CH 7 GND 8 GND 9 ML_Lane 0 10 GND 11 ML_Lane 0 12 ML_Lane 1 13 GND 14 ML_Lane 1 15 ML_Lane 2 16 GND 17 ML_Lane 2 1...

Page 17: ...or Display Signal Cable PIN NO DESCRIPTION PIN NO DESCRIPTION 1 DATA2 2 GND 3 DATA2 4 DATA1 5 GND 6 DATA1 7 DATA0 8 GND 9 DATA0 10 DCLK 11 GND 12 DCLK 13 NG 14 NG 15 HDMI_SCL 16 HDMI_SDA 17 HDMI_DET 18 HDMI15V 19 HDMI_HPD ...

Page 18: ...C 832 x 624 74 55 Hz XGA 1024 x 768 60 Hz 1024 x 768 70 Hz 1024 x 768 75 Hz SXGA 1280 x1024 60 Hz 1280 x1024 75 Hz VESA 1280 x 720 60 Hz 1280 x 960 60 Hz WXGA 1440 x 900 60 Hz WSXGA 1680 x 1050 60 Hz FHD 1920 x 1080 60 Hz 1920 x 1080 120 Hz 1920 x 1080 144 Hz Note DP 1 2 1920x1080 supports up to 144Hz FreeSync function HDMI 2 0 1920x1080 supports up to 144Hz FreeSync function HDMI 1 4 1920x1080 su...

Page 19: ...d computer are powered OFF b Connect the HDMI cable to the computer 4 Plug the power cords of your computer and your monitor into a nearby electrical outlet Note 1 The audio output function depends on models Please refer to User s Guide for more information 2 DP 1 2 1920x1080 supports 144Hz also support FreeSync function HDMI 2 0 1920x1080 supports 144Hz and also support FreeSync function HDMI 1 4...

Page 20: ...SD menu is enabled press to exit the current menu and go back one level 2 Mode Enter a Press to trigger Mode control b When the OSD menu is enabled press to enter to next level 3 Brightness a Press the key to open the Brightness control b When the OSD menu is enabled press to select or return to the previous menu 4 OSD functions a Press to view the OSD b When the OSD menu is enabled press to selec...

Page 21: ...al settings For advanced settings please refer to following page Main page A Input B Hot Key1 Brightness Volume Gamma Contrast Blue Light Over Drive PIP PBP VRB C Hot Key2 Brightness Volume Gamma Contrast Blue Light Over Drive PIP PBP VRB D Main Menu Input Open the Input control and select DP or HDMI input source When you are done use to go back one level Hot key1 default Mode To choose scenario m...

Page 22: ...11 English Hot key2 default Brightness Open the Brightness control and select the brightness setting When you are done use to go back one level ...

Page 23: ...ting you wish to change 3 Use the keys to adjust the sliding scales 4 Open the Picture page to adjust Brightness Contrast Black boost Blue Light ACM and Super Sharpness 5 Brightness Adjust the brightness from 0 to 100 Note Adjusts the balance between light and dark shades 6 Contrast adjust the contrast from 0 to 100 Note Sets the degree of difference between light and dark areas 7 Black Boost This...

Page 24: ...ting you wish to adjust 3 Use the button to select the setting 4 Gamma mode allows you to adjust the luminance tone The default value is 2 2 standard value for Windows 5 Color temperature Default is warm You can choose Normal User Bluelight Cool and Warm 6 Modes Select your preferred mode from Action Racing Sports User Standard ECO Graphics and Movie 7 Color Space You can choose Standard SMPTE C D...

Page 25: ...o adjust 3 Use the button to select the setting 4 Volume Adjusts the volume 5 Mute Select On or Off Gaming 1 Press the MENU key to open the OSD 2 Using the button select Gaming from the OSD Then navigate to the setting you wish to adjust 3 Use the button to select the setting 4 Over Drive Select Off Normal or Extreme Mode Standard Volume Mute Color Gaming OSD Picture System Information Audio 50 Ř ...

Page 26: ... FreeSync mode to Off or visit the official AMD website to update the graphic card s driver When using FreeSync the screen may flicker due to different output frequencies of the graphics card When FreeSync is set to On changing the resolution may result in screen tearing It is recommended to set FreeSync to Off and then change the resolution Note 1 It is not support VRB when HDR set to On or Auto ...

Page 27: ...function is used to prevent OSD button from being pressed accidentally Note 1 OSD Locked Set the OSD Lock to On from the OSD and press Enter The OSD Locked message will appear in the middle of the screen and LED lights will indicate as blinking blue When pressing any key OSD Locked message will be prompted 2 OSD Unlocked Press the second OSD key continuously for 3 seconds to unlock OSD The OSD Unl...

Page 28: ...ources 7 DP Format You can select which DP format you are using The default is set at DP1 2 8 Wide Mode You can select which screen aspect you are using The options are Aspect 1 1 and Full 9 PIP PBP Open and use the same display to display two signals simultaneously PIP and PBP 10 Hot Key Assignment Select the function of Hot Key 1 or Hot Key 2 Note PIP PBP is not supported while FreeSync is On Mo...

Page 29: ...ll Settings Reset all settings to the factory defaults Save Setting to User mode only 1 Press the MENU key to open the OSD 2 Using the button select Save Setting to from the OSD Then select the preferred mode 3 Save Setting to Game mode There are three user defined profiles available Action Racing and Sports Save your customized settings to the Game mode in order to implement those settings automa...

Page 30: ...D adjust brightness and contrast to maximum or reset to their default settings Blinking Blue Check if signal cable is properly connected which can be determined by plugging and unplugging the cable Check if the PC is functioning properly or in the Hibernate mode To wake the PC from Sleep mode you can click the mouse or tap any key on the keyboard LED OFF Check the power switch Check if AC power co...

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