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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 find slightly uneven brightness on the screen depending on the desktop pattern you use.
•  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 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 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 to wipe the screen and cabinet front and sides.

Connecting/disconnecting the device

Observe the following guidelines when connecting and disconnecting power from the LCD monitor:
•  Make sure the monitor is attached to its base before connecting the power cord to the AC power 

outlet.

•  Make sure both the LCD monitor and the computer are turned off before connecting any cable or 

unplugging the power cord.

•  If the system has multiple sources of power, disconnect power from the system by unplugging all 

power cords from the power supplies.

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 the equipment, be 
sure to unplug the power cord from the electrical outlet.

Summary of Contents for PM161Q

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

Page 2: ...ided 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 th...

Page 3: ...structions 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 to wipe the screen and cabinet front and sides Connecting disconnecting the device Observe the following guidelines when connecting ...

Page 4: ...battery leakage do not place the product on a vibrating surface Never use it under sporting exercising or any vibrating environment which will probably cause unexpected short current or damage internal devices Using electrical power 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 p...

Page 5: ... following the operating instructions 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 product to normal condition Potentially explosive environments Switch off your device in any area with a potentially explosive atmosphere a...

Page 6: ...ur other products Disposal instructions Do not throw this electronic device into the trash when discarding To minimize pollution and ensure utmost protection of the global environment please recycle For more information on the Waste from Electrical and Electronics Equipment WEEE regulations visit http www acergroup com public Sustainability LCD pixel statement The LCD unit is produced with high pr...

Page 7: ... of the monitor using a footrest or raising your sitting height to achieve maximum comfort Observe the following tips refrain from staying too long in one fixed posture avoid slouching forward and or leaning backward stand up and walk around regularly to remove the strain on your leg muscles Taking care of your vision Long viewing hours wearing incorrect glasses or contact lenses glare excessive r...

Page 8: ...ght 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 Take short breaks regularly and often Perform some stretching exercises Breathe fresh air as often as possible Exercise regularly and maintain a healthy body In order to prevent damage to the monitor do not lift the monit...

Page 9: ...mity 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 55032 2012 AC 2013 Class B EN 61000 3 2 2014 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 EU EN 50581 2012 ErP Directiv...

Page 10: ...operation The following local Manufacturer Importer is responsible for this declaration Product LCD Monitor Model Number PM161Q SKU Number PM161Q 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 Acer Representative Phone No 254 298 4000 Fax No 254 298 4147 Acer Amer...

Page 11: ...vi LCD pixel statement vi Tips and information for comfortable use vii CE Declaration of Conformity ix Federal Communications Commission Declaration of Conformity x Unpacking 1 Attaching the monitor to the base 2 Power saving 3 Display Data Channel DDC 3 Connector pin assignment 4 Standard timing table 5 Installation 6 User controls 7 Adjusting the OSD settings 8 Adjusting the picture quality 8 Ad...

Page 12: ... 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 LCD monitor PM1 Series PM161Q USER GUIDE AC power cord micro USB cable Type C cable Cover ...

Page 13: ...to the base 1 Remove the monitor bracket and base from the packaging and place it on a stable and level workspace 2 Open or close the rear bracket The viewing angle of the monitor can be adjusted using the stand As shown below ...

Page 14: ...ected or the keyboard or mouse is activated The recovery time from power saving mode back to on is around 3 seconds 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 ...

Page 15: ...in assignment Type C 24Pin female connector A1 GND B1 GND A2 TX1 B2 TX2 A3 TX1 B3 TX2 A4 VBUS B4 VBUS A5 CC B5 CONN A6 D B6 A7 D B7 A8 SBU1 B8 DBU2 A9 VBUS B9 VBUS A10 RX 2 B10 RX 1 A11 RX2 B11 RX 1 A12 GND B12 GND ...

Page 16: ...table Mode Resolution 1 VGA 640 480 60 Hz 2 VESA 800 600 60 Hz 3 VESA 1024 768 60 Hz 4 VESA 1280 960 60 Hz 5 VESA 1280 1024 60 Hz 6 VESA 1280 720 60 Hz 7 WXGA 1400 900 60 Hz 8 WSXGA 1680 1050 60 Hz 9 UXGA 1920 1080 60 Hz ...

Page 17: ...er s display card 2 The monitor does not require an external power supply via its micro USB port when it is connected to the computer it only requires a single signal transmission cable the Thunderbolt3 USB C cable Connect the screen to your phone 1 Connect the signal transmission cable to the Type C jack of the monitor and the Type C output jack on your phone 2 Some underpowered phones require an...

Page 18: ...ndby power saving mode 3 OSD functions a Press to view the OSD Exit b When the OSD menu is active this button will act as the exit key exit OSD menu 4 Picture Mode a Press this button to adjust the picture mode Up Right b Press this button to select the desired item when in OSD menu 5 Down Left Press this button to select the desired item when in OSD menu 6 Confirm When the OSD menu is displayed p...

Page 19: ...Sharpness Over Drive On 1 Press the key to bring up the OSD 2 Using the keys select Picture from the OSD Then navigate to the feature you wish to adjust 3 Press the key to confirm your select 4 Use the keys to adjust the sliding scales 5 The Picture menu can be used to adjust the current Brightness Contrast Sharpness Overdrive qualities 6 Brightness Adjust the brightness from 0 to 100 Note Adjusts...

Page 20: ...lect Cool Normal Warm User Define Preset Mode 5 Picture Mode To choose Standard Game Cinema Scenery Text mode Adjusting the Language setting 1 Exit Select 2 Picture Color Language OSD Settings Setup Menu English Français Deutsch Nederlands Polski Русский 日本語 简体中文 繁體中文 1 Press the key to bring up the OSD 2 Using the keys select Language from the OSD Then navigate to the feature you wish to adjust 3...

Page 21: ...o adjust 3 Press the key to confirm your select 4 Use the keys to select OSD H Position OSD V Position OSD Background and OSD Time Out Product the Setup Menu setting 1 Exit Select 2 Picture Color Language OSD Settings Setup Menu Information MODEL PM161Q Memory Recall 1920x1080 60Hz 1 Press the key to bring up the OSD 2 Using the keys select Steup Menu from the OSD Then navigate to the feature you ...

Page 22: ...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 Check the display setting on your system In case of a missing image please select another r...

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