Acer P211 User manual

Acer P211

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Reference
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your monitor in the space below. The serial number is on the back of
the product.
Monitor Information
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Safety Instructions !
yThe AC plug isolates this equipment from the AC supply.
yUnplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid
cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning.
ySlots and openings in the cabinet and the back or bottom are provided for
ventilation. They must not be blocked or covered. 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.
yThis 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.
yThis product should be operated with a 3-wire grounding-type plug, a plug having
a third (grounding) pin. This plug will only fit into a grounding-type power outlet.
This is a safety feature. If you are unable to insert the plug into the outlet, contact
your electrician to make the necessary outlet changes.
yNever push objects of any kind, or spill liquid of any kind into this product.
yDo not attempt to service this product yourself, as opening or removing covers
may expose you to dangerous voltages or other risks. If any above mentioned
misuse or other accident (dropping, mis-operations) occurs, contact qualified ser-
vice personnel for servicing.
yUse only the proper type of power supply cord set (provided in your PC box)
for this unit. It should be a detachable type: UL listed/CSA certified, type SVT/
SJT, VDE approved or its equivalent.
yThe power supply cord serves as a power disconnect device for pluggable
equipment. The socket outlet shall be installed near the equipment and shall be
easily accessible.
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Congratulations! You have just purchased a TCO'99 approved and labelled
product! Your choice has provided you with a product developed for professional
use. Your purchase has also contributed to reducing the burden on the environ-
ment and also, to the further development of environmentally adapted electron-
ics products.
Why do we have environmentally labelled computers?
In many countries, environmental labelling has become an established method
for encouraging the adaptation of goods and services to the environment. The
main problem, as far as computers and other electronics equipment are concerned,
is that environmentally harmful substances are used both in the products and
during the manufacturing. Since it has not been possible for the majority of
electronics equipment to be recycled in a satisfactory way, most of these poten-
tially damaging substances sooner or later enter Nature.
There are also other characteristics of a computer, such as energy consumption
levels, that are important from the viewpoints of both the work (internal) and
natural (external) environments. Since all methods of conventional electricity
generation have a negative effect on the environment (acidic and climate-influ-
encing emissions, radioactive waste, etc.), it is vital to conserve energy. Elec-
tronics equipment in offices consume an enormous amount of energy since they
are often left running continuously.
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What does labelling involve?
This product meets the requirements for the TCO'99 scheme which provides for
international and environmental labelling of personal computers. The labelling
scheme was developed as a joint effort by the TCO (The Swedish Confederation
of Professional Employees), Naturskyddsforeningen (The Swedish Society for
Nature Conservation) and NUTEK (The National Board for Industrial and Techni-
cal Development in Sweden).
The requirements cover a wide range of issues: environment, ergonomics,
usability, emission of electrical and magnetic fields, energy consumption and
electrical and fire safety.
The environmental demands concern restrictions on the presence and use of
heavy metals, brominated and chlorinated flame retardants, CFCs (freons) and
chlorinated solvents, among other things. The product must be prepared for
recycling and the manufacturer is obliged to have an environmental plan which
must be adhered to in each country where the company implements its opera-
tional policy.
The energy requirements include a demand that the computer and/or display,
after a certain period of inactivity, shall reduce its power consumption to a lower
level in one or more stages. The length of time to reactivate the computer shall
be reasonable for the user.
Labelled products must meet strict environmental demands, for example, in
respect of the reduction of electric and magnetic fields, physical and visual ergo-
nomics and good usability.
On the back page of this folder, you will find a brief summary of the environmen-
tal requirements met by this product. The complete environmental criteria docu-
ment may be ordered from:
TCO Development Unit
S-114 94 Stockholm
Sweden
Fax: [phone]
Email (Internet): [email protected]
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Current information regarding TCO'99 approved and labelled products may
also be obtained via the Internet, using the address:
http://www.tco-info.com/
TCO'99 is a co-operative project between
Environmental Requirements
Brominated flame retardants
Brominated flame retardants are present in printed circuit boards, cables, wires,
casings and housings. In turn, they delay the spread of fire. Up to thirty percent
of the plastic in a computer casing can consist of flame retardant substances.
These are related to another group of environmental toxins, PCBs, which are
suspected to give rise to similar harm, including reproductive damage in fisheating
birds and mammals, due to the bio-accumulative* processes. Flame retardants
have been found in human blood and researchers fear that disturbances in foe-
tus development may occur.
TCO'99 demand requires that plastic components weighing more than 25 grams
must not contain organically bound chlorine and bromine.
Cadmium**
Cadmium is present in rechargeable batteries and in the colourgenerating layers
of certain computer displays. Cadmium damages the nervous system and is
toxic in high doses.
TCO'99 requirement states that batteries may not contain more than 25 ppm
(parts per million) of cadmium. The colour-generating layers of display screens
must not contain any cadmium.
Mercury**
Mercury is sometimes found in batteries, relays and switches. Mercury dam-
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ages the nervous system and is toxic in high doses.
TCO'99 requirement states that batteries may not contain more than 25 ppm
(parts per million) of mercury. It also demands that no mercury is present in any
of the electrical or electronics components concerned with the display unit.
CFCs (freons)
CFCs (freons) are sometimes used for washing printed circuit boards and in the
manufacturing of expanded foam for packaging. CFCs break down ozone and
thereby damage the ozone layer in the stratosphere, causing increased recep-
tion on Earth of ultraviolet light with consequent increased risks of skin cancer
(malignant melanoma).
The relevant TCO'99 requirement: Neither CFCs nor HCFCs may be used during
the manufacturing of the product or its packaging.
Lead**
Lead can be found in picture tubes, display screens, solders and capacitors.
Lead damages the nervous system and in higher doses, causes lead poisoning.
TCO'99 requirement permits the inclusion of lead since no replacement has yet
been developed.
* Bio-accumulative is defined as substances which accumulate within living organisms
** Lead, Cadmium and Mercury are heavy metals which are Bio-accumulative.
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FCC Class B
Radio Frequency Interference Statement
Note:
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital
device, pursuant to Part 15 of FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reason-
able protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment
generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in
accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation.
If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception,
which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged
to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
1 Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
2 Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
3 Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the
receiver is connected.
4 Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/television technician for help.
Notice:
The changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for
compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.
Caution:
1 If you find some parts of the monitor display discolored due to magnetic fields
generated by electrical facilities or appliances, turn off the monitor for at least 15
minutes. The degaussing circuit of the monitor will eliminate the discoloration.
2 Do not remove the monitor from its swivel base while the power is on to prevent
discoloration. If discoloration occurs, follow the above-mentioned procedure for
adjustment.
3 Shielded power cord and interface cable, if any, must be used in order to comply
with the emission limits of FCC Class B digital device.
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This monitor complies with 72/23/EEC and 89/336/EEC modified by 92/31/ECC. These
directives refer to EMC.
Canadian Department of Communications Regulatory
Statement
This digital apparatus does not exceed Class B limits for radio noise emissions from digital
apparatus set out in the Radio Interference Regulations of the Canadian Department of
Communications.
CE Declaration
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Contents
Table of Contents
Chapter 1 Unpacking the Package
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Features
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Power Management
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Factory Preset Timeings
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Chapter 2 Installing the Monitor
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Connecting the Signal Cable
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Connecting through D-SUB signal Connector
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Connecting to An Apple
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Connecting through BNC Signal Connector
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Chapter 3 A Look at the Control Panel
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Macking Adjustments
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i Key
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Hot Key
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OSD Operation
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Main Menul 1 Display Control
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Main Menul 2 Color Control
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Main Menul 3 Advanced Display Control
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Timing Setting
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Pin Assignments
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D-SUB Connectors
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Chapter 4 Troubleshooting
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Maintenance
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Need More Help
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Chapter 5 Specifications
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Chapter 1
Unpacking the Package
Check following items. If they are missing or damaged, consult your place of purchase
immediately.
Acer P211 color monitor User’s manual
Power cord 15-pin D-SUB Macintosh adapter
signal cable (Optional)
?Locate the model name and the serial number labeled on the back
of your monitor. Write down the related information of your
monitor and dealer in the space on page iii for future reference.
Unpacking the Package

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Features
Super-fine Dot Pitch With 0.25mm super-fine dot pitch and anti-static
coating, Acer P211color monitors offer strikingly
sharp and high resolution image up to
1920 x 1440.
Wide Range AutoScan Horizontal frequency ranges from 30KHz to 115
KHz to support 1600 x 1200 @ 85Hz resolution.
Flicker-Free design for vertical frequency of up to
160Hz.
i key Pressing the i key, the monitor will automatically
(Fuzzy Auto calibrating) adjust display’s size and position to the optimum.
No re-configuration or adjustment is needed
when a user changes display mode.
Low radiation Acer P211 is not only in compliance with
MPRII, but also meets strictest low radiation
regulations of “MPRII” and “TCO’99”.
Users and Environment Acer P211 is produced by the ISO 14001
certified manufacturer, and in compliance with the
global environmental labelling scheme -TCO’99
which covers not only standards regarding emissions,
energy efficiency, electrical and fire safety, but also
ergonomic qualities, and ecological concerns.
Plug’n Play Compatibility Supporting VESA DDC 2B™ standards, Acer
P211 is compatible with Plug’n Play feature of
Windows®95 / 98 / 2000.
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Unpacking the Package
Power Management
The Power management of this monitor complies with these VESA power
saving modes:
Mode Power Horizontal Vertical LED
Consumption Syne Sync
On < 150W Max. On On Green
Stand-by < 5 W Off On Amber
Suspend < 5 W On Off Amber
Off < 5 W Off Off Amber
Factory Preset Timings
Resolution Vertical Frequency Horizontal Frequency
(Hz) (KHz)
640 x 400 70 31.47
640 x 480 60 31.47
800 x 600 75 46.88
1024 x 768 75 60.02
1024 x 768 85 68.68
1280 x 1024 75 79.98
1280 x 1024 85 91.15
1600 x 1200 75 93.75
1600 x 1200 85 106.00
1920 x 1440 75 112.50
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Chapter 2
Chapter 2
Installing the Monitor
This monitor is equipped with an autosensing universal compatible power supply for
voltage ranges 100-120/200-240V AC, 50~60Hz.. Please confirm the line voltage
designation at the rear panel of the monitor before connecting the machine.
1) Make sure that the system power is turned off.
2) Please refer to the instructions below to connect the signal cable through D-SUB or
BNC.
3) Connect the power cord to the monitor and attach it to power source.
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Connecting the Signal Cable
Your Acer P211 provides both D-SUB and BNC signal connectors. The D-SUB or BNC
signals can automatically be detected by its microprocessor.
✏Connecting through D-SUB signal connector
1) Make sure that the system power is turned off.
2) Connect the computer end of the D-SUB cable to the 15-pin output connector on
the video board of your computer.
3) Connect the monitor end of the D-SUB cable to the D-SUB receptacle on the back
of the monitor.
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Chapter 2
✏ Connecting to An Apple
If you connect the monitor to an Apple Macintosh through a D-Sub cable, you need to
add the Macintosh adapter to connect the video signal port of your computer and the
monitor signal cable. Before connecting the adapter please refer to the user's guide of the
adapter to set the switches of the adapter.

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Installing the Monitor
✏ Connecting through BNC Signal Connector
1) Make sure that the system power is turned off.
2) Connect the computer end of the BNC cable to the output connector on the video
board of your computer.
3) Connect the monitor end of the BNC cable to the BNC receptacle on the back of
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Chapter 3
zMenu key : enters or changes Main menus. There are three main menus.
zEnter key : enters sub-menus or selects items.
zExit key : goes back to main menus (auto save), or leaves OSD.
z& key :scrolls the light coloured bar up or down and represents
HOT KEY for brightness adjustment.
z&key : scrolls the light coloured bar left or right and represents
HOT KEY for contrast adjustment.
zi keyi key
i keyi key
i key : is used for Fuzzy Automatic calibration adjustment.
Chapter 3
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Making Adjustments
i key (Fuzzy Auto Calibration )
Just push the i key, then the monitor will automatically adjust display's size and position
to the optimum. No re-configuration or adjustment is needed when a user changes
display mode.
The i key function is different from "Reset" function. "Reset" function for display's
geometry, size and position only works under the factory preset timings (please see
page 3). The i key function will work under "ANY" display timings which Acer P211 can
support.
Hot Keys
Press or key to adjust contrast directly.
Press or key to adjust brightness directly.
A Look at the Control Panel