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1. ENERGY STAR Acer s ENERGY STAR qualified products save you money by reducing energy costs and helps protect the environment without sacrificing features or performance Acer is proud to offer our customers products with the ENERGY STAR mark What is ENERGY STAR Products that are ENERGY STAR qualified use less energy and prevent greenhouse gas emissions by meeting strict energy efficiency guidelines set by the U S Environmental Protection Agency Acer is committed to offer products and services worldwide that help customers save money conserve energy and improve the quality of our environment The more energy we can save through energy efficiency the more we reduce greenhouse gases and the risks of climate change More information refers to http www energystar gov or http www energystar gov powermangement Acer ENERGY STAR qualified products Produce less heat and reduce cooling loads and warmer climates Automatically go into display sleep and computer sleep mode after 15 and 30 minute of inactivity respectively Wake the monitor when it is in Active Off mode move the mouse or press any keyboard key Computers will save more than 8096 energy at sleep mode ENERGY STAR and the ENERGY STAR mark are registered U S marks 3D Monitor User Guide 2014 All Rights Reserved 3D Monitor User Guide Original Issue 01 2014 Model number Serial number Date of purchase Place of purchase2. Information for your safety comfort The content in this guide supplements the safety and comfort information contained in the user documentation that came with your computer Safety requirements Do not wear the wireless glasses in any situation that requires normal visual perception Do not use the glasses as sunglasses Under normal conditions stereoscopic 3D viewing is safe for any duration that you would usually view your display However some people may experience discomfort To minimize the potential for experiencing visual problems or any adverse symptoms e the stereoscopic 3D medical test to verify your ability so see stereoscopic 3D images Maintain distance no closer than 2 to 2 5 feet away from the display Viewing from too close a distance can strain your eyes e regular breaks at least 5 minutes after every hour of stereoscopic 3D viewing If you experience any of the following symptoms do not engage in any potentially hazardous activity for example driving a vehicle until your symptoms have subsided Nausea dizziness queasiness Headache or eyestrain Blurry vision Double vision that lasts longer than a few seconds If symptoms persist discontinue use and do not resume stereoscopic 3D viewing without discussing your symptoms with a doctor Warning about Epilepsy IF YOU OR ANY MEMBER OF YOUR FAMILY HAS A HISTORY OF EPILEPSY CONSULT A DOCTOR BEFORE USING COMPUTER G
3. Note Compatible graphics cards include NVIDIA GeForce 8 Series 8800GT 9 Series 9600GT or GTX 200 Series For more information please visit www nvidia com object 3d vision requirements html DVI Dual Link DVI cable supplied with the display Note LCD monitors with built in IR Emitters do not require additional USB connectors from the PC to the monitor 3D LCD IR Emitter DO MAKE THIS CONNECTION UNTIL TOLD TO DO SO BY THE INSTALL USB DVI WIZARD USB Cable Dual Link DVI cable supplied with the display Frequently asked questions NVIDIA provides an online knowledge base system with answers to most common questions available 24x7x365 You can also use it to submit questions online to our technical support staff For more details please visit www nvidia com 3dvision support Note Questions may only be submitted in English NVIDIA recommends you register your wireless glasses for support at www nvidia com 3dvision register 3D Vision is not working Re evaluate your setup Ensure there is direct line of sight between the IR emitter and your wireless glasses at a range of at least 1 5 feet 45 cm or greater Any obstruction may cause the lenses to flicker or turn off Do not place objects in front of the emitter as this could block the signal Also make sure not to place your hand or other objects in front the of the IR receiver on the glasses this is located near the
4. T S 00000000 24 Pin Color Display Signal Cable 00000000 PIN Signal PIN Signal 1 TMDS Data2 13 TMDS Date 3 2 TMDS Data2 14 5V Power 3 TMDS Data GND 15 Self Test 4 TMDS Date 4 16 Hot Plug Detect 5 TMDS Date 4 17 TMDS Data 0 6 DDC Clock 18 TMDS Data 0 7 DDC Data 19 TMDS Data GND 8 NC 20 TMDS Date 5 9 TMDS Datat 21 TMDS Date 5 10 TMDS Data1 22 TMDS Clock GND 11 TMDS Data GND 23 TMDS Clock 12 TMDS Date 3 24 TMDS Clock 19 Pin color display signal cable Woooooococo 1816141210 8 2 PIN Meaning PIN Meaning 1 TMDS Data2 10 TMDS Clock 2 TMDS Data2 Shield 11 TMDS Clock Shield 3 TMDS Data2 12 TMDS Clock 4 TMDS Datai 13 CEC 5 TMDS Data Shield 14 6 TMDS Data1 15 SCL 7 TMDS Data0 16 SDA 8 TMDS Data0 Shield 17 DDC CEC Ground 9 TMDS Data0 18 5V Power 19 Hot Plug Detect only for certain models EN 10 Standard Timing Table 5 vex o 3 6566 He 3 720400 9 7 4 wea 800x600 56 Ha 7 5 wen 800x600 268 s ves 15006875 s wea wren 14401900 e fea memo oo ve Modes that require a dual link DVI cable and compatible graphic card 3D Timing Table Mode Resolu
5. 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 EN 16 Adjusting the setting Setting Wide Mode DDC CI ACM Input Language English Reset 1 Press the MENU key to bring up the OSD 2 Using the 4 keys select Setting from the OSD Then navigate to the feature you wish to adjust Use the to Enter to the item page 3 TheSetting menu can be used to adjust the screen Menu Language and other important settings EN 17 Product information er Information 1920 x 1080 H 129KHz V 120Hz Video Output 1920 x 2205p H 54KHz 24Hz HDMI 3D Input FP S N ETL53091326350380B3472 1 Press the MENU key to bring up the OSD 2 Using the 4 keys select 9 Information from the OSD Then the basic information of LCD monitor will show up for current input EN 18 TROUBLESHOOTING Before sending your LCD monitor for servicing please check the trouble shooting list below to see if you can self diagnose the problem VGA Mode Problems No Picture Abnormal Picture Current Status LED ON LED OFF LED displays amber color Unstable Picture Display is missing center shift or too small or too large in display size Remedy Using OSD adjust brightness and contrast to maximum or reset to their default settings Check the power switch
6. lights are e 110 Hz refresh rate for daytime and when lights are off e 100 Hz refresh rate for countries with 50 Hz lighting and when lights are on Once you have selected a refresh rate on the Setup Wizard screen click Test to verify the new refresh rate which also helps reduce flickering Once you have found the best setting click Next to continue Eyestrain headache If you are experiencing eyestrain or headaches it could be due to excessive depth amount set to view the stereoscopic 3D Warning If eyestrain and headaches persist discontinue viewing in stereoscopic 3D and consult a doctor 3D content isn t shown correctly on the display Make sure that your source device supports HDMI 1 4a 3D Please refer to your source device s specifications to ensure correct functionality
7. AME PRODUCTS A small percentage of the population may experience epileptic seizures when viewing TV images or video games that contain flashing patterns of light The following people should consult a doctor before viewing in stereoscopic 3D Children under 5 years of age e Anyone with a history of epilepsy or who has a family member with a history of epilepsy e Anyone who has ever experienced epileptic seizures or sensory disturbances triggered by flashing light effects iv Warning about seizures SOME LIGHT PATTERNS MAY INDUCE SEIZURES IN PERSONS WITH NO PRIOR HISTORY OF EPILEPSY DISCONTINUE STEREOSCOPIC 3D USE IF YOU EXPERIENCE ANY OF THE FOLLOWING SYMPTOMS WHILE VIEWING STEREOSCOPIC 3D IMAGES Involuntary movements or eye or muscle twitching Muscle cramps Nausea dizziness queasiness Convulsions Disorientation confusion or loss of awareness of your surroundings Do not engage in any potentially hazardous activity for example driving a vehicle until your symptoms have completely subsided Do not resume stereoscopic 3D viewing without discussing the symptoms with your doctor 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 fact
8. Check if AC power cord is properly connected to the monitor Check if video signal cable is properly connected at the back of monitor Check if the power of computer system is ON Check if the specification of graphics adapter and monitor is in compliance which may be causing the input signal frequency mismatch Using OSD adjust RESOLUTION CLOCK CLOCK PHASE H POSITION and V POSITION with non standard signals Using OSD in case of missing full screen image please select other resolution or other vertical refresh timing Wait for a few seconds after adjusting the size of the image before changing or disconnecting the signal cable or powering OFF the monitor EN 19 DVI Mode Problems No Picture HDMI Mode Problems No 3D effect Glasses not working LED ON LED OFF LED displays amber color Monitor LED ON After checking the items above Monitor LED ON Current Status Remedy Using OSD adjust brightness and contrast to maximum or reset to their default settings Check the power switch Check if AC power cord is properly connected to the monitor Check if video signal cable is properly connected at the back of monitor Check if the power of computer system is ON Current Status Remedy Ensure the video playback device or game console has 3D mode turned ON Ensure the content supports 3D Ensure the 3D glasses are swit
9. TABLE CONTENTS Special notes on LCD monitors 2 1 Information for your safety and 2 MFA CIN cae ete eaten om Redan ei 5 Attaching Removing the 84 6 Screen position 6 Connecting the power 7 Safety PRECAUTION wy ao tule ianao eno ae 7 cleaning your MON TOT 7 Power SAVING scc dte us er di 8 LR T 8 Power ACA LON benessere en ees push una dese aH 8 Connector Pin Assignment 9 Standard 3D Timing Table seen 11 Installaatio ss oed o NO GUN EM DIM uu 12 User CoODtFalsoesiuniacimcien aud D eA be pam bae 13 Troubleshooting Eee edt bo ec uus 19 SPECIAL NOTES ON LCD MONITORS The following symptoms are normal with LCD monitor and do not indicate a problem NOTES 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 effective pixels of 99 99 or more It may include blemishes of 0 01 or less such as a missing pixel or a pixel lit all of the time Due to the
10. an use wireless glasses while they are being charged If you are charging the wireless glasses by connecting them to your PC using a USB cable make sure your PC does not go into power save mode When your PC goes into power save mode the wireless glasses are no longer charging To fix this disable any power saving options on your PC under the Windows Control Panel Alternatively you can use a USB wall charging device to charge the glasses directly from your wall power outlet without connecting to the PC You can use your glasses while they are charging Using the glasses It is a good idea to keep the glasses in the protective pouch when you are not using them When wearing your glasses you must be in line of sight with the IR emitter Press the ON button to turn the glasses on The glasses turn off automatically when there is no activity Warning The wireless glasses are not prescription eye wear sunglasses nor protective goggles Do not use the glasses for any general eye wear purposes e g driving reading protection from sunlight or ultraviolet light etc as such use may result in injury Hardware Installation Setting up 3D Vision Dual DVI to PC Connecting the display Connect your 3D Vision Ready display to your NVIDIA graphics card Use the dual link DVI to DVI cable supplied with the display Note Connect ONLY the display now The driver and software must be installed prior to connecting the USB IR Emitter
11. at allows operation in either 100 120V AC or 220 240 V AC voltage area No user adjustment is required e Plug one end of the power cord to the AC Inlet plug another end to a proper AC outlet e For unit using at 120 V AC Use a UL Listed Cord Set Type SVT wire and plug rated 10 A 125 V e For unit using at 220 240 V AC outside of U S Use a Cord Set consisting of HOSVV 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 SAFETY PRECAUTION e Avoid placing the monitor or any other heavy object on the power cord to avoid damage to the cable e Do not expose the monitor to rain excessive moisture or dust e Do not cover the ventilation slots or openings of the monitor Always put the monitor in a place where there is adequate ventilation e Avoid placing the monitor against a bright background or where sun light or other light sources may reflect on the face of the monitor Place the monitor just below eye level e Handle with care when transporting the monitor e Refrain from giving shock or scratch to the screen as screen is fragile CLEANING YOUR MONITOR Please carefully follow the below guidelines when cleaning the monitor e Always unplug the monitor before cleaning e Use asoft cloth to wipe the screen and cabinet front and sides EN 7 Power saving The monitor will be driven into Power Saving mode by the control sig
12. ched ON If necessary adjust your viewing position Select Auto from the OSD to reconnect the Glasses Ensure the battery is sufficiently charged EN 20 Acer Incorporated 8F 88 Sec 1 Xintai 5th Rd Xizhi New Taipei City 221 Taiwan 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 tw 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 Hereby declare that Product LCD Monitor Trade Name Acer Model Number GN246HL SKU Number GN246HL x 0 9 a z or A Z Is compliant with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of the following EC directives and that all the necessary steps have been taken and are in force to assure that production units of the same product 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 Substances in Electrical and Electronic Equipment The maximum concen
13. cord or plug is damaged cut frayed liquid was spilled into the product the product was exposed to rain or water the product has been dropped or the case has been damaged the product exhibits a distinct change performance indicating a need for service the product does not operate normally after following the operating instructions Note Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions 2 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 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 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 numb
14. eless glasses Charging the glasses Using the glasses Hardware Installation Setting up 3D Vision Dual DVI to PC Connecting the display Frequently asked questions 3D Vision is not working Excessive flickering Eyestrain headache 3D content isn t shown correctly on the display Wn Contents Introducing 3D technology The Acer 3D monitor you have purchased supports NVIDIA 3D Vision technology to deliver a fully immersive stereoscopic 3D experience And with the use of high tech wireless glasses the 3D Vision kit transforms hundreds of PC games and digital photographs into an eye popping interactive experience Just slip on the glasses to see characters and environments come to life on the screen 3D Vision automatically transforms hundreds of PC games into full stereoscopic 3D Visit www nvidia com 3dvision for a full list of supported games and applications Wireless glasses Charging the glasses Note We recommend that you fully charge your glasses now since it will take approximately three hours to complete The wireless glasses hold approximately 40 hours of gaming per full charge The wireless glasses require periodic charging To charge the glasses use one of the USB cables that came with the kit Plug one end into the glasses and the other to any USB port on your PC You can also use a USB wall adapter to charge your glasses Charge your glasses until the amber charge light goes out You c
15. front left lens Ensure your wireless glasses are fully charged You can check the battery level of your glasses by pressing the ON button e Ifthe light next to the button is green you have up to 40 hours of battery life remaining Actual battery life is dependent on the recharge time e Ifthe light is red you have less than two hours remaining and it is recommended that you recharge your glasses e Ifthe light does not turn on the battery is drained and the glasses must be recharged If you are charging the wireless glasses by connecting them to your PC using a USB cable make sure your PC does not go into power save mode When your PC goes into power save mode the wireless glasses are no longer charging To fix this disable any power saving options on your PC under the Windows Control Panel Alternatively you can use a USB wall charging device to charge the glasses directly from your wall power outlet without connecting to the PC Excessive flickering Flicker in your peripheral vision can be caused by differences in frequencies at which 3D Vision operates and the lighting in your room This type of flicker can be avoided by turning off the lights or changing the stereoscopic 3D refresh rate To see the refresh rates run the Setup Wizard from the NVIDIA Control Panel When you get to the page asking about flicker select Yes You can then select from the following refresh rates e 120 Hz refresh rate for use in North America when
16. in recycling please visit the following websites Worldwide UNPACKING Please check the following items are present 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 e HDMI Cable e 3D Glasses Optional Optional e AC Power Cord e D Sub Cable e DVI Cable Optional Optional e User Manual e Quick Start Guide Lco MONITOR e Audio Cable Optional Attaching Removing 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 Install Remove Align the release button on the Depress the release button as bottom of the monitor with the indicated first before removing the corresponding base and follow the arrow direction slots on the bottom of the base to remove it PE SCREEN POSITION ADJUSTMENT In oder to optimize the best viewing position you can adjust the tilt of the monitor by using both of your hands to hold the edges of the monitor as shown in the figure below The monitor be adjusted to 15 degrees up or 5 degrees down as indi cated by arrow below D 45 15 EN 6 COMMET TING THE POWER CORD Check first to make sure that the power cord you use is the correct type required for your area e This monitor has a universal power supply th
17. n N A ECO mode Adjusts the settings to reduce powerconsumption mode Enhances colors and emphasize fine detail Pictures and photographs appear in vibrant colors with sharp detail Grahpic NA mode Movie Displays scenes in clearest detail Presents great N A mode visuals even in unsuitably lit environments 2 GJ N A standard Default Setting Reflects native display capability EN 14 Adjusting the OSD settings 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 M ENU key to open the OSD You can use the OSD to adjust the picture quality OSD Timeout and general settings For advanced settings please refer to following page Adjusting the picture quality er Picture Acer eColor Management Brightness Contrast H Position V Position Focus Clock Colour Temp Auto Config C Exit 1 Press the MENU key to bring up the OSD 2 Using the 4 v keys select B Picture from the OSD Then navigate to the picture element you wish to adjust Use the Enter to the item page 3 Use the 4 to adjust the sliding scales 4 ThePicture menu can be used to adjust the current Brightness Contrast Colour Temp Auto Config and other image related qualities EN 15 Adjusting the OSD Timeout OSD OSD Timeout
18. nal from the display controller as indicated by the amber color power LED LED State Light ON Blue Power Saving Mode Amber 3D Mode Green The power saving states will be kept until a control signal has been detected or the keyboard or mouse is activated The recovery time from Active OFF state back to ON state is around 3 seconds DDC To make your installation easier the monitor is able to Plug and Play with your system if your system also supports DDC protocol The DDC Display Data Channel 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 DDC2B standard Power Adaptor Your device uses one of the following power supplies The adapter is only used for this monitor do not be used for other purposes Your device uses one of the following power supplies Manufacturer Asian Power Devices Inc Model DA 40A19 Manufacturer Delta Electronics Inc Model ADP 40PH BB EN 8 CONNECTOR PIN NO oa PIN ASSIGNM ENT 15 Pin Color Display Signal Cable DESCRIPTION Red Green Blue Monitor Ground Self Test R Ground G Ground B Ground PIN NO 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 EN 9 DESCRIPTION 5V Logic Ground Monitor Ground DDC Serial Data H Sync V Sync DDC Serial Clock or
19. 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 hours 3D Experience 3D visual effects require 3D compatible software nVidia 3D Vision glasses and a compatible 3D graphics card For more information visit the nVidia website http www nvidia com page home html EN 1 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 CAUTION for 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 to the equipment be sure to unplug the power cord from the electrical outlet Warnings Do not use this 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 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 o
20. ness or a burning or tingling sensation aching 5 55 or tenderness pain swelling throbbing stiffness tightness coldness 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 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 EN 3 take short rests to relax your neck and shoulders avoid tensing your muscles or shrugging your shoulders install the external display keyboard and mouse properly and within comfort able reach if you view your monitor more than your documents place the display at the center of your desk to minimize neck strain Taking care of your vision Long viewing hours wearing incorrect glasses or contact lenses glare excessive room lighting poorly focused screens very small typefaces and low contrast displays could stress your eyes The following sections provide suggestions on how to reduce eyestrain Eyes Rest your eyes freq
21. ng hours wearing incorrect glasses or contact lenses glare excessive room lighting poorly focused screens very small typefaces and low contrast displays could stress your eyes The following 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 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 Eliminate glare and reflections by Placing your display in such a way that the side faces the window any light source Minimizing room light 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 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 Information for your safety and comfort Safety requirements Warning about Epilepsy Warning about seizures Tips and information for comfortable use Introducing 3D technology Wir
22. ors 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 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 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 Refrain from staying too long one fixed posture e Avoid slouching forward and or leaning backward Stand up walk around regularly to remove the strain on your leg muscles e short rests to relax your neck and shoulders e Avoid tensing your muscles or shrugging your shoulders Install the external display keyboard and mouse properly within comfortable reach If you view your monitor more than your documents place the display at the center of your desk to minimize neck strain Taking care of your vision Long viewi
23. r 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 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 To avoid damage of internal components and to prevent battery leakage do not place the product on a vibrating surface Never use it under sporting exercising or vibrating environ ment which will probably cause unexpected short current or damage rotor devices HDD Optical drive and even exposure risk from lithium battery pack Safe listening Follow these instructions suggested by hearing experts to protect your earing Gradually increase the volume until you can hear it clearly and comfortably and without distortion After setting the volume level do not increase it afteryour ears adjust Limit the amount of time listening to music at high volume Avoid turning up the volume to block out noisy surroundings Turn the volume down if you can t hear people speaking near you EN 2 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 person nel when the power
24. tcut menu The shortcut menu lets you quickly select the most commonly accessed settings e Empowering Press the Empowering Key to open the Acer eColor Management OSD and access the scenario modes AUTO Auto Adjust Press this button to activate the Auto Adjustment function The Auto Adjustment function is used to set the HPos VPos Clock and Focus MENU OSD functions Press this botton to activate the OSD menu INPUT Input Key Use Input key to select from different video sources that may be connected to your monitor a VGA input b DVI input c HDMI input As you cycle through the sources you will see the following messages on right top side of screen to indicate currently selected input source It may take 1 or 2 seconds for the image to appear VGA or DVI or HDMI If either VGA or DVI input is selected but the VGA and DVI cables are not con nected a floating dialog box indicates No Cable Connect or No Signal EN 13 Acer eColor Management e mpowering Technology Adjust Exit Operation instructions Step 1 Press e Key to open the Acer eColor Management OSD and access the scenario modes Step 2 Press 4 or p to select the mode Step 3 Press Adjust Exit Key to confirm the mode and run Auto Adjust Features and Benefits Main Sub Sub Menu Menu Menu Description icon icon item ser mode User defined Settings can be fine tuned to suit any situatio
25. tion 1 1920x2205p 24 Hz 2 1280x1470p 60 2 3 1280x1470p 50 Hz 4 1920x1080i 60 Hz 5 1920x1080i 50 Hz 6 1920x1080p 24 Hz 7 1280x720p 60 Hz 8 1280x720p 50 Hz EN 11 INSTALLATION To install the monitor to your host system please follow the steps as given below Steps 1 1 1 Connect Video Cable a Make sure both the monitor and computer are powered OFF b Connect the VGA video cable to the computer 1 2 Connect Digital Cable Only Dual Input Model a Make sure both the monitor and computer are powered OFF b Connect one end of the 24 pin DVI cable to the back of the monitor and connect the other end to the computer s port 1 3 Connect HDMI Cable Only HDMI Input Model a Make sure both the monitor and computer are powered OFF b Connect the HDMI cable to the computer Connect the Audio Cable Only Audio Input Model Optional Connect power adaptor and power cord Connect the power adaptor and power cord to the monitor then toa properly grounded AC outlet 4 Power ON Monitor and Computer Power ON the monitor first then power ON the computer This sequence is very important If the monitor still does not function properly please refer to the troubleshooting section to diagnose the problem WN 12 USER CONTROLS 9 Power Switch Power LED To turn the monitor ON or OFF Lights up to indicate the power is turned ON Using the Shortcut Menu Press the function button to open the shor
26. tration values of the restricted substances by weight in homogenous material are Lead 0 1 Polybrominated Biphenyls PBB s 0 196 Mercury 0 1 Polybrominated Diphenyl Ethers PBDE s 0 1 Hexavalent Chromium 0 1 Cadmium 0 01 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 2012 7 f 10 2012 RU Jan Sr Manager Date Regulation Acer Inc acer Acer America Corporation 333 West San Carlos St San Jose CA 95110 U S A Tel 254 298 4000 Fax 254 298 4147 WWW acer com 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 LCD Monitor Model Number GN246HL SKU Number GN246HL xxxxxx 0 9 a z or A Z Name of Responsible Party Acer America Corporation 333 West San Carlos St Address of Responsible Party San Jose CA 95110 U S A Contact Person Acer Representative Phone No 254 298 4000 Fax No 254 298 4147 ENERGY STAR
27. uently 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 Keep your display clean 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 Adjust the display brightness and 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 cardboard extended from the display s top front edge Avoid adjusting your display to an awkward viewing angle 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 9 Take short breaks regularly and often Perform some stretching exercises Breathe fresh air as often as possible Exercise regularly and maintain a healthy body Warning We do not recommend using the product on a couch or bed If this is unavoidable work for only short periods take breaks regularly and do some stretching exercises For more information and help
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