Acer V173 User manual

1
English
Acer LCD Monitor Quick Start Guide (QSG)
Important safety instructions
Please read the following instructions carefully.
1 To clean the LCD monitor screen:
• Turn off the LCD monitor and unplug the power cord.
• Spray a non-solvent cleaning solution onto a rag and clean the screen gently.
2 Do not place the LCD monitor near a window. Exposing the monitor to rain, moisture or sunlight
can severely damage it.
3 Do not apply pressure to the LCD screen. Excessive pressure may cause permanent damage to the
display.
4 Do not remove the cover or attempt to service this unit yourself. An authorized technician should
perform servicing of any nature.
5 Store the LCD monitor in a room with a temperature of -20° to 60° C (-4° to140° F). Storing the LCD
monitor outside this range may result in permanent damage.
6 Immediately unplug your monitor and call an authorized technician if any of the following
circumstances occur:
• Monitor-to-PC signal cable is frayed or damaged.
• Liquid spills onto the LCD monitor or the monitor is exposed to rain.
• The LCD monitor or case is damaged.
Package contents
Attaching the monitor to the base
1 Remove the monitor base from the packaging and place it on a stable and level workspace.
2 Remove the monitor from the packaging.
3 Align the release button at the buttom of the monitor with the corresponding slot at the bottom of
the base. A clicking sound signifies that the monitor has been securely attached to the base.
Connecting your monitor to a computer
1 Turn off your computer and unplug your computer's power
cord.
2 Connect the signal cable to the VGA and/or DVI-D (optional)
input socket of the monitor, and the VGA and/or DVI-D
(optional) output socket of the graphics card on the
computer. Then tighten the thumbscrews on the signal cable
connector.
3 Optional: Connect the audio input socket (AUDIO IN) of the
LCD monitor and the line-out port on the computer with the
audio cable.
4 Insert the monitor power cable into the power port at the
back of the monitor.
5 Plug the power cords of your computer and your monitor into
a nearby electrical outlet.
External controls
LCD monitor Power cord Audio cable
(optional) VGA cable
DVI cable
(only dual-
input
models)
User’s guide Quick start
guide
Auto Auto If the OSD is active, press Auto to exit the OSD. Once the OSD is inactive, press
Auto and the monitor will automatically optimize the display position, focus,
and clock of your display.
</> Minus / Plus If the OSD is active, press the Minus or Plus buttons to toggle between the OSD
options. If the OSD is inactive, press the Minus or Plus buttons to adjust the
volume. (Optional)
Menu OSD functions Press to view the OSD. Press again to enter a selection in the OSD.
Power button Turns the monitor on/off. Blue indicates power on. Amber indicates standby/
power saving mode.
2
1-1
1-1
1-2
1-22
DVI D-Sub

2
English
Regulations and safety notices
FCC notices
This device has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to Part
15 of the FCC rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful
interference in a residential installation. This device 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 device does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be
determined by turning the device off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by
one or more of the following measures:
•Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
•Increase the separation between the device and receiver.
•Connect the device into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
•Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/television technician for help.
CE declaration of conformity
Hereby, Acer Inc., declares that this LCD monitor is in compliance with the essential requirements and
other relevant provisions of EMC Directive 2004/108/EC, Low Voltage Directive 2006/95/EC, and RoHS
Directive 2002/95/EC.
Notice: Shielded cables
All connections to other computing devices must be made using shielded cables to maintain compliance
with EMC regulations.
Notice: Peripheral devices
Only peripherals (input/output devices, terminals, printers, etc.) certified to comply with the Class B limits
may be attached to this equipment. Operation with non-certified peripherals is likely to result in
interference to radio and TV reception.
Caution
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the manufacturer could void the user authority, which
is granted by the Federal Communications Commission, to operate this product.
Operation conditions
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.
Notice: Canadian users
This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. Remarque a I'intention des utilisateurs
canadiens Cet appareil numerique de la classe B est conforme a la norme NMB-003 du Canada.
Lamp disposal
LAMP(S) INSIDE THIS PRODUCT CONTAIN MERCURY AND MUST BE RECYCLED OR DISPOSED
OF ACCORDING TO LOCAL, STATE OR FEDERAL LAWS. FOR MORE INFORMATION, CONTACT
THE ELECTRONIC INDUSTRIES ALLIANCE AT WWW.EIAE.ORG. FOR LAMP SPECIFIC DISPOSAL
INFORMATION CHECK WWW.LAMPRECYCLE.ORG.
Disposal of waste equipment by user in private household in the European Union
This symbol on the product or on its packaging indicates that this product must not be
disposed of with your other household waste. Instead, it is your responsibility to
dispose of your waste equipment by handing it over it a designated collection point
for the recycling of waste electrical and electronic equipment. The separate collection
and recycling of your waste equipment at the time of disposal will help to conserve
natural resources and ensure that it is recycled in a manner that protects human
health and the environment. For more information abut where you can drop off your
waste equipment for recycling, please contact your local city office, your household
waste disposal service or the shop where you purchased the product.
eEmpowering
Key/Exit
a When the OSD menu is active, this button will act as the exit key
(exit OSD menu).
b When the OSD menu is inactive, press this button to select scenario
mode.

3
English
SPECIFICATION
ADM (Acer_eDisplay_Management)
Regarding the features and operation instructions, please refer to the "Help" section in the ADM software
on the CD Manual (Windows 98SE/ME/NT 4.0/2000/XP/Vista).
LCD Panel
Driving system TFT Color LCD
Size 17"
Pixel pitch 0.264mm(H) x0.264mm(V)
Brightness 300cd/m2(Typical)
Contrast 2000:1(ACM)
Viewable angle 160° X (H) 160° (V)
Response time 5 ms (Typical)
Panel Type TN
Video R, G, B Analog Interface
H-Frequency 30KHz - 80KHz
V-Frequency 50-75Hz
DisplayColors 16.2M Colors
Dot Clock 136MHz
Max. Resolution 1280 x 1024 @75Hz
Plug & Play VESA DDCCI/DDC2B
ENERGY STAR
ON Mode < 37 W
STANDBY Mode < 2 W
OFF Mode< 1 W
Power Consumptio ( Maximum ) 40W
Input Connector D-Sub
DVI-D 24pin (Only Dual-Input Model)
Input Video Signal Analog:0.7Vp-p(standard), 75 OHM, Positive
Digital signal (Only Dual-Input Model)
Maximum Screen SizeHorizontal: 337.920mm
Vertical: 270.336 mm
Power Source 100~240VAC, 50/60Hz
Environmental Considerations
Operating Temp: 5°C to 35°C
Storage Temp: -20°C to 60°C
Operating Humidity: 10% to 85%
MTBF 50000 hrs/25ºC
Dimensions 370.2 (W)x 376 (H)x160.2 (D)mm
Weight (N.W.)3.9 kg Unit (net)
Mechanism spec
Tilt: +5º to -15º
Swivel: No
Height adjustment: No
Pivot: No
Detachable foot stand: Yes (by Release button)
External
Controls:
Switch/Buttons
Power Button
Left (<)/ Right(>)
MENU/ENTER
Auto/Exit
e(Empowering)Key
Function
Contrast
Brightness
ACM On/Off
Focus
Clock
H.Position
V. Position
(Warm) Color
(Cool) Color
RGB Color temperature
Language
OSD position. timeout
Auto configuration (only Analog input model)
Input signal Selection (only Dual input model)
DDCCI On/Off
Display information
Reset
Exit
* All specifications are subject to change without notice.
Regulatory Complianc
gyp
ME61
N214
R31199
LR69873