Iiyama ProLite P2252HS-B1 User manual

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USER MANUAL
Thank you very much for choosing the
iiyama LCD monitor.
We recommend that you take a few
minutes to read carefully through
this brief but comprehensive manual
before installing and switching on the
monitor. Please keep this manual in a
safe place for your future reference.

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We reserve the right to change specifications without notice.
All trademarks used in this user manual are the property of their respective owners.
We recommend recycling of used product. Please contact your dealer or iiyama
service center. Recycle information is obtained via the Internet, using the address:
http://www.iiyama.com
You can access the Web page of different countries from there.
CE MARKING DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
This LCD monitor complies with the requirements of the EC/EU Directive 2014/30/EU “EMC
Directive”, 2014/35/EU “Low Voltage Directive”, 2009/125/EC “ErP Directive” and 2011/65/EU
“RoHS Directive”.
The electro-magnetic susceptibility has been chosen at a level that gives correct operation in
residential areas, business and light industrial premises and small-scale enterprises, inside as
well as outside of the buildings. All places of operation are characterised by their connection to
the public low voltage power supply system.
IIYAMA CORPORATION: Wijkermeerstraat 8, 2131 HA Hoofddorp, The Netherlands

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
FOR YOUR SAFETY............................................................................1
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS................................................................1
SPECIAL NOTES ON LCD MONITORS.........................................3
CUSTOMER SERVICE ...................................................................3
CLEANING ......................................................................................3
BEFORE YOU OPERATE THE MONITOR ..........................................4
FEATURES......................................................................................4
CHECKING THE CONTENTS OF THE PACKAGE ........................4
FITTING AND REMOVAL OF BASE ...............................................5
CONTROLS AND CONNECTORS..................................................6
CONNECTING YOUR MONITOR ..................................................7
COMPUTER SETTING ...................................................................8
ADJUSTING THE VIEWING ANGLE ..............................................8
OPERATING THE MONITOR...............................................................9
ADJUSTMENT MENU CONTENTS..............................................10
SCREEN ADJUSTMENTS ............................................................17
POWER MANAGEMENT FEATURE.............................................20
TROUBLE SHOOTING ......................................................................21
RECYCLING INFORMATION.............................................................22
APPENDIX ........................................................................................23
SPECIFICATIONS.........................................................................23
DIMENSIONS................................................................................24
COMPLIANT TIMING....................................................................24

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FOR YOUR SAFETY 1
FOR YOUR SAFETY
WARNING
STOP OPERATING THE MONITOR IF YOU ARE AWARE OF ANY PROBLEMS
If you notice any abnormal phenomena such as smoke, strange sounds or fumes, unplug the
monitor and contact your dealer or iiyama service center immediately. Further use may be
dangerous and can cause fire or electric shock.
NEVER REMOVE THE CABINET
High voltage circuits are inside the monitor. Removing the cabinet may expose you to the danger of
fire or electric shock.
DO NOT PUT ANY OBJECT INTO THE MONITOR
Do not put any solid objects or liquids such as water into the monitor. In case of an accident, unplug
your monitor immediately and contact your dealer or iiyama service center. Using the monitor with
any object inside may cause fire, electric shock or damage.
INSTALL THE MONITOR ON A FLAT, STABLE SURFACE
The monitor may cause an injury if it falls or is dropped.
DO NOT USE THE MONITOR NEAR WATER
Do not use where water may be splashed or spilt onto the monitor as it may cause fire or electric
shock.
OPERATE UNDER THE SPECIFIED POWER SUPPLY
Be sure to operate the monitor only with the specified power supply. Use of an incorrect voltage will
cause malfunction and may cause fire or electric shock.
PROTECT THE CABLES
Do not pull or bend the power cable and signal cable. Do not place the monitor or any other heavy
objects on the cables. If damaged, the cables may cause fire or electric shock.
ADVERSE WEATHER CONDITIONS
It is advisable not to operate the monitor during a heavy thunder storm as the continual breaks in
power may cause malfunction. It is also advised not to touch the plug in these circumstances as it
may cause electric shock.
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2 FOR YOUR SAFETY
CAUTION
INSTALLATION LOCATION
Do not install the monitor where sudden temperature changes may occur, or in humid, dusty or
smoky areas as it may cause fire, electric shock or damage. You should also avoid areas where the
sun shines directly on the monitor.
DO NOT PLACE THE MONITOR IN A HAZARDOUS POSITION
The monitor may topple and cause injury if not suitably located. Please also ensure that you do not
place any heavy objects on the monitor, and that all cables are routed such that children may not
pull the cables and possibly cause injury.
MAINTAIN GOOD VENTILATION
Ventilation slots are provided to keep the monitor from overheating. Covering the slots may cause
fire. To allow adequate air circulation, place the monitor at least 10cm (or 4 inches) from any walls.
When removing the tilt stand, the ventilation slots on the back side of the monitor can be blocked.
This may overheat the monitor and may cause fire or damage. Make sure to allow enough
ventilation when removing the tilt stand. Operating the monitor on its back, side, upside down or on
a carpet or any other soft material may also cause damage.
DISCONNECT THE CABLES WHEN YOU MOVE THE MONITOR
When you move the monitor, turn offthe power switch, unplug the monitor and be sure the signal
cable is disconnected. If you do not disconnect them, it may cause fire or electric shock.
UNPLUG THE MONITOR
If the monitor is not in use for a long period of time it is recommended that it is left unplugged to
avoid accidents.
HOLD THE PLUG WHEN DISCONNECTING
To disconnect the power cable or signal cable, always pull it by the plug. Never pull on the cable
itself as this may cause fire or electric shock.
DO NOT TOUCH THE PLUG WITH WET HANDS
Pulling or inserting the plug with wet hands may cause electric shock.
WHEN YOU INSTALL THE MONITOR ON YOUR COMPUTER
Be sure the computer is strong enough to hold the weight of the monitor, otherwise, you may
damage your computer.
REMARK FOR 24/7 USAGE
This product is not specifically designed for 24/7 usage in all environments.
OTHERS
ERGONOMIC RECOMMENDATIONS
To eliminate eye fatigue, do not operate the monitor against a bright background or in a dark room.
For optimal viewing comfort, the monitor should be just below eye level and 40-60 cm (16-24 inches)
away from your eyes. When using the monitor over a prolonged time, a ten minute break every hour
is recommended as looking at the screen continuously can cause eye strain.

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FOR YOUR SAFETY 3
The following symptoms are normal with LCD monitors and do not indicate a problem.
NOTE 
When you first turn on the LCD monitor, the picture may not fit in the display area
because of the type of computer that is used. In this case, adjust the picture position to
the correct position.

You may find slightly uneven brightness on the screen depending on the desktop pattern
you use.

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 can be recovered slowly by changing the image or turning offthe Power Switch
for some hours.
SPECIAL NOTES ON LCD MONITORS

If you have to return your unit for service and the original packaging has been
discarded, please contact your dealer or iiyama service center for advice or replacement
packaging.
WARNING 
If you drop any materials or liquids such as water into the monitor when cleaning,
unplug the power cable immediately and contact your dealer or iiyama service center.
CAUTION 
For safety reasons, turn offthe power switch and unplug the monitor before you
clean it.

To protect the LCD panel, do not scratch or rub the screen with a hard object.

Never use any of the following strong solvents. These will damage the cabinet and
the LCD screen.

Touching the cabinet with any product made from rubber or plastic for a long time
may cause degeneration or loss of paint on the cabinet.
Thinner
Benzine
Abrasive cleaner
Spray-type cleaner
Wax
Acid or Alkaline solvent
CABINET Stains can be removed with a cloth lightly moistened with a mild detergent solvent.
Then wipe the cabinet with a soft dry cloth.
LCD
SCREEN
Periodic cleaning with a soft dry cloth is recommended.
Don't use tissue paper etc. because these will damage the LCD screen.
CUSTOMER SERVICE
CLEANING
NOTE
NOTE

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4 BEFORE YOU OPERATE THE MONITOR
The following accessories are included in your package. Check to see if they are enclosed with
the monitor. If anything is missing or damaged, please contact your local iiyama dealer or regional
iiyama office.
BEFORE YOU OPERATE THE MONITOR
CHECKING THE CONTENTS OF THE PACKAGE
FEATURES
Supports Resolutions up to 1920 × 1080
High Contrast 1000:1 (Typical), Adv. Contrast Function Available / Brightness
225cd/m2(Typical) / Quick Response Time 5ms (Typical)
Digital Character Smoothing
Automatic Set-up
Stereo Speakers
2 × 1.0W Stereo Speakers

Plug & Play VESA DDC2B Compliant
Windows®7/8.1/10 Compliant
Power Management (VESA DPMS Compliant)
VESA Mounting Standard (100mm×100mm) Compliant
Keyhole for Security Lock
*The rating of the Power Cable enclosed in 120V area is 10A/125V. If you are using
a power supply higher than this rating, then a power cable with a rating of 10A/250V
must be used. However, all guarantees and warranties are void for any
problems or damage caused by a power cable not supplied by iiyama.
An approved power cable greater or equal to H05VVF, 3G, 0.75mm2must be
used.

Power Cable* VGA Cable  DVI-D Cable

Audio Cable  Stand-Base Safety Guide

Quick Start Guide
CAUTION

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BEFORE YOU OPERATE THE MONITOR 5

Put the monitor on a stable surface. The monitor may cause injury or damage if it
falls or is dropped.

Do not give a strong impact to the monitor. It may cause damage.

Unplug the monitor before removal or installation to avoid an electric shock or a
damage.
CAUTION
<Installation>
Put a piece of soft cloth on the table beforehand to prevent the monitor from being scratched.
Lay the monitor flat on a table with front face down.
Hold the monitor and push the Stand-Base until it clicks and is secure.
<Removal>
Put a piece of soft cloth on the table beforehand to prevent the monitor from being scratched.
Lay the monitor flat on a table with front face down.
Press and hold the hooks inside, and pull the Stand-Base.
FITTING AND REMOVAL OF BASE
Stand-Base
Hook

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6 BEFORE YOU OPERATE THE MONITOR
CONTROLS AND CONNECTORS
Power Switch ( )
Power Indicator
Blue: Normal operation
Orange: Power Management
Select / Input select Button ( )
Scroll up / Audio Adjust Button ( )
Scroll down / i-Style Color Button ( )
Menu Button ( )
Speakers
VGA Connector (VGA)
DVI-D Connector (DVI)
HDMI Connector (HDMI)
Keyhole for Security Lock
You can fasten a security lock and cable to prevent the monitor from being removed
without your permission.
Audio Connector (AUDIO IN)
Headphone Connector (EARPHONE)
AC Connector( : Alternating current) (AC POWER IN)
<Front> <Back>
NOTE
NOTE

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BEFORE YOU OPERATE THE MONITOR 7
CONNECTING YOUR MONITOR
Ensure that both the computer and the monitor are switched off.
Connect the computer to the monitor with the signal cable.
Connect the monitor to the audio equipment with the Audio Cable for computer when using the
audio features.
Connect the Power Cable to the monitor first and then to the power supply.
Turn on your monitor and computer.
[Example of Connection]
<Back>
HDMI Cable (Not included)
Power Cable (Accessory)
Audio Cable (Accessory)
Computer
VGA Cable (Accessory)
DVI-D Cable (Accessory)
AV Equipment etc.
NOTE The signal cables used for connecting the computer and monitor may vary with the
type of computer used. An incorrect connection may cause serious damage to both
the monitor and the computer. The cable supplied with the monitor is for a standard
connector. If a special cable is required please contact your local iiyama dealer or
regional iiyama office.
For connection to Macintosh computers, contact your local iiyama dealer or regional
iiyama office for a suitable adaptor.
Make sure you tighten the finger screws at each end of the signal cable.
The Class I pluggable equipment Type A must be connected to protective earth.
The socket-outlet shall be installed near the equipment and shall be easily accessible.
Excessive sound pressure from ear-/headphones can cause hearing damage/hearing
loss.

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8 BEFORE YOU OPERATE THE MONITOR
Signal Timing
Change to the desired signal timing listed on page 24: COMPLIANT TIMING.
COMPUTER SETTING
For optimal viewing it is recommended to look at the full face
of the monitor.
Hold the stand so that the monitor does not topple when you
change the monitor’s angle.
You are able to adjust the monitor’s angle up to 20° upward.
In order to ensure a healthy and relaxed body position
when using the monitor at visual display workstations, it is
recommended that the adjusted tilt angle should not exceed
10°. Adjust the monitor’s angle to your own preference.
NOTE Do not touch the LCD screen when you change
the angle. It may cause damage or break the LCD
screen.
Careful attention is required not to pinch your
fingers or hands into the moving part of the stand
when you change the angle.
ADJUSTING THE VIEWING ANGLE

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OPERATING THE MONITOR 9
OPERATING THE MONITOR
To create the best picture, your iiyama LCD monitor has been preset at the factory with the
COMPLIANT TIMING shown on page 24. You are also able to adjust the picture by following the button
operation shown below. For more detailed adjustments, see page 17 for SCREEN ADJUSTMENTS.
Press the Button to start the On Screen Display (OSD) feature. There are
additional Menu items which can be switched by using the / Buttons.
Select the Menu item which contains the adjustment icon relating to the adjustment
you want to make. Press the Button. Then, use the / Buttons to highlight the
desired adjustment icon.
Press the Button again. Use the / Buttons to make the appropriate
adjustment or setting.
Press the Button to leave the menu, and the settings you just made would be
automatically saved.

When button operations are aborted during adjustment, On-Screen Display disappears
when the time set for the OSD Time Out has passed. Also, the button can be used to
return previous menu and turn offthe On-Screen Display.

Any changes are automatically saved in the memory when the On Screen Display
disappears. Turning offthe power should be avoided while using the Menu.

Adjustments for H./V. Position, Clock and Phase are saved for each signal timing. Except for
these adjustments, all other adjustments have only one setting which applies to all signal timings.
For example, to correct for vertical position, select Menu item of Manual Image Adjust and then
press the Button. Then, select H./V.Position by using the / Buttons.
An adjustment page appears after you press the Button. Then, select V. Position by using the
/ Buttons. Press the Button again. Then, use the / Buttons to change the vertical
position settings. The vertical position of the overall display should be changing accordingly
while you are doing this.
Press the Button lastly, it ends, all changes are saved in the memory.
NOTE
Manual Image Adjust
H./V. Position
H. Position
V. Position
▲
▲
50
▲
▲
50
1 : E x i t S e l e c t : 2
Picture Adjust
Input Select
Audio Adjust
Color Adjust
Information
Manual Image Adjust
Setup Menu
Memory Recall
Auto Image Adjust
1 : E x i t S e l e c t : 2
Picture Adjust
Input Select
Audio Adjust
Color Adjust
Information
Setup Menu
Memory Recall
Auto Image Adjust
Manual Image Adjust
1 : E x i t S e l e c t : 2
H./V. Position
Clock
Phase
Sharpness
Video Mode Adjust
Manual Image Adjust
1 : E x i t S e l e c t : 2

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10 OPERATING THE MONITOR
ADJUSTMENT MENU CONTENTS
Adjustment Item Problem / Option Button to Press
Auto Image Adjust
Auto Image Adjust * Adjust H. / V. Position, Clock and Phase automatically.
* For best results, use the Auto Image Adjust in conjunction with the adjustment pattern. See page
16 for SCREEN ADJUSTMENTS.
Only Analog Input
You can skip the Menu items and display an adjustment scale directly by using the following button
operations.

Auto Image Adjust: Pressing and holding of the Button for about 2 seconds when the Menu is
not displayed.
Direct
Direct
Auto Image Adjust

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OPERATING THE MONITOR 11
Too dark
Too bright
Brightness *1,2,3
Too dull
Too intense
*1 Adjust the Brightness when you are using the monitor in a dark room and feel the screen is too
bright. Can not select when Adv. Contrast is On.
*2Brightness and Adv. Contrast can not enable the same time when ECO Mode is on.
*3Contrast, Brightness, Adv. Contrast and ECO Mode adjustments are disabled when i-Style Color
is activated.
*4To activate the option, mark it in the setup menu. To deactivate it, remove the marking.
Brightness of back-light is reduced.
OffNormal
ECO Mode *3
Adv. Contrast *2,3,4
Increased Contrast RatioOn
OffTypical Contrast Ratio
Adjustment Item Problem / Option Button to Press
Picture Adjust
Contrast *3
1
Brightness of back-light is reduced more than 1.2
Brightness of back-light is reduced more than 2.3
Picture Adjust

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Adjustment Item Problem / Option Button to Press
Input Select
Input Select
You can skip the Menu items and display an adjustment scale directly by using the following button
operations.

Input Select: Press the Button when the Menu is not displayed.
Direct
Direct
Input source is fixed, not selected automatically when VGA, DVI and HDMI which are
selected.
Select the VGA input.
Select the DVI input.
VGA
DVI
Auto
Search for an available input source and select
automatically.
Select the HDMI input.HDMI
NOTE
Volume Too soft
Too loud
Adjustment Item Problem / Option Button to Press
Audio Adjust
Mute *1
Direct
Direct
Return the sound volume to the previous level.
Turn offthe sound temporarily.
Select the Line-In input.Line-In
Select the HDMI input.HDMI
HDMI Audio *2
*1To activate the option, mark it in the setup menu. To deactivate it, remove the marking.
*2Suitable for HDMI input only.
You can skip the Menu items and display an adjustment scale directly by using the following button
operations.

Audio Adjust: Press the Button when the Menu is not displayed.

Mute: Pressing and holding of the Button for about 2 seconds when the Menu is not
displayed.
Mute and Unmute are switched as follows by pressing the Button successively.
Input Select
Audio Adjust
Off
On
Direct

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OPERATING THE MONITOR 13
Information
See your graphic card user guide for more information
about changing the resolution and refresh.
Displays information regarding the current input signal coming
from the graphic card in your computer.
NOTE
Too weak
Too strong
Adjustment Item Problem / Option Button to Press
Color Adjust
User Color
You can skip the Menu items and display an adjustment scale directly by using the following button
operations.

i-Style Color: Press the Button when the Menu is not displayed.
Direct
Direct
Bluish white
Red
Green
Blue
Cool
Reddish whiteNormal
Greenish whiteWarm
i-Style Color
Standard For general windows environment and monitor
default setting.
Text For text editing and viewing in a word processing
environment.
Game For PC game environment.
Cinema For movie and video environment.
Scenery For displaying outdoor scenery images
OffReturn to a state set by color adjustment except
i-Style Color.
<Example>
Color Adjust
Information
Resolution:
H.Frequency:
V.Frequency:
Pixel Clock:
Model Number:
Information
1920x1080
67.56KHz
60.0Hz
148.5MHz
P2252HS
1 : E x i t S e l e c t : 2

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14 OPERATING THE MONITOR
Too left
Too right
Too low
Too high
Too narrow
Too wide
To correct flickering text or lines
*1Only Analog Input.
*2See page 17 for SCREEN ADJUSTMENTS.
*3It can display in the center of the screen with a 4:3, 5:4 or 16:10 aspect ratio when input video
resolution is 4:3, 5:4 or 16:10.
Full Screen
Expansion display of Aspect
Adjustment Item Problem / Option Button to Press
Manual Image Adjust
Clock *1
H./V. Position *1,2
H. Position
V. Position
Phase *1
Sharpness
Aspect Ratio *3
Video Mode Adjust
Full screen display
0 1 2 3
You can change the picture quality from 0 to 3 (soft to sharp).
Press the Button to change the picture quality in numerical
order. Press the Button to change the picture quality in
reverse numerical order.
Adjust the picture quality at resolutions of less 1920 x 1080.
You can change the picture quality (4 steps).
Manual Image Adjust

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OPERATING THE MONITOR 15
Memory Recall Factory-preset data is restored.
English
Deutsch
English
German
Français French
Japanese
Russian
Polski Polish
Simplified Chinese
Nederlands Dutch
Русский
H.Position OSD is too left
OSD is too right
OSD is too low
OSD is too high
You can set the OSD display duration time.
5 / 15 / 30 / 60 seconds
V.Position
Adjustment Item Problem / Option Button to Press
Setup Menu
Language Select
OSD Position
OSD Time Out
OSD Background*
LED*
The background of OSD is made transparent.
OffRetune the background of OSD.
On
The Power Indicator is turned On.
OffThe Power Indicator is turned Off.
On
Turn Offthe Power Indicator when you are bothered by the light.
NOTE
Adjustment Item Problem / Option Button to Press
Memory Recall
iiyama Logo displayed when the monitor is turned on.
On
Offiiyama Logo does not display when the monitor is
turned on.
Opening Logo*
Setup Menu
Memory Recall
* To activate the option, mark it in the setup menu. To deactivate it, remove the marking.

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16 OPERATING THE MONITOR
●Lock Mode
<OSD Menu>
1. The OSD lock will be activated by pressing the front buttons and for about 10 seconds.
If you try to access the OSD by pressing any of the buttons , , and , message "OSD
Locked" will appear on the screen.
2. The OSD lock will be deactivated by pressing the front buttons and again for 10 seconds.
<Power Switch>
1. The power switch lock will be activated by pressing the front buttons and for 10 seconds.
Locking the power switch means that won't be able to turn offthe Monitor while the power switch
is locked. If presses the power switch message "Power Button Locked" will appear on the screen.
2. The power switch lock will be deactivated by pressing the front buttons and again for about
10 seconds.