Monoprice 24657 User manual

MONOPRICE
27" WQHD 144Hz Ultra Slim Aluminum Monitor
with FreeSync™
P/N 24657/30674/30675
User's Manual

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SAFETY WARNINGS AND GUIDELINES
Please read this entire manual before using this device, paying extra attention to these
safety warnings and guidelines. Please keep this manual in a safe place for future
reference.
This monitor is intended for indoor use only.
Do not expose this monitor to water or moisture of any kind. Do not place drinks
or other containers with moisture on or near the device. If moisture does get in
or on the device, immediately unplug it from the power outlet and allow it to
fully dry before reapplying power.
Do not touch the monitor, the power cord, or any other connected cables with
wet hands.
Do not subject the monitor to extreme force, shock, or fluctuations in
temperature or humidity.
Do not expose this monitor to excessively high temperatures. Do not place it in,
on, or near heat sources, such as a fireplace, stove, radiator, etc. Do not leave it
in direct sunlight.
Prior to operation, check the unit and power cord for physical damage. Do not
use if physical damage has occurred.
Take care to prevent damage to the power cord. Do not allow it to become
crimped, pinched, walked on, or become tangled with other cords. Ensure that
the power cord does not present a tripping hazard.
Ensure that power is turned off and disconnected before making any electrical
connections.
Clean using a soft, dry cloth only. Do not use chemical cleaners, solvents, or
detergents. For stubborn deposits, moisten the cloth with warm water.
This monitor has no user serviceable parts. Do not open the case or otherwise
attempt to modify this monitor.
Do not leave a single image on the display for a long period of time. Doing so
could cause "burn-in" of the image.

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CUSTOMER SERVICE
The Monoprice Customer Service department is dedicated to ensuring that your
ordering, purchasing, and delivery experience is second to none. If you have any
problem with your order, please give us an opportunity to make it right. You can
contact a Monoprice Customer Service representative through the Live Chat link on our
website www.monoprice.com during normal business hours (Mon-Fri: 5am-7pm PT, Sat-
Sun: 9am-6pm PT) or via email at [email protected]
PACKAGE CONTENTS
Please take an inventory of the package contents to ensure you have all the items listed
below. If anything is missing or damaged, please contact Monoprice Customer Service
for a replacement.
1x 27" Monitor
1x Stand Neck
1x Stand Base
3x M4x10 Screws
3x M4x6 Screws
1x High Speed HDMI® Cable
1x AC Power Adapter
1x AC Power Cord
1x User's Manual
PRODUCT OVERVIEW
Rear Panel

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Controls
1. Power: Press the joystick in to turn the monitor on or to put it into standby
mode.
2. Menu: Push the joystick up to display the OSD menu. If the menu is displayed,
push the joystick up to select or edit the highlighted entry. If editing an entry,
push the joystick up to save the changes.
3. Left: If the OSD menu is displayed, push the joystick to the left to move the
highlight down. If editing an entry, push the joystick to the left to decrease the
value or to cycle back through the available options.
4. Exit: If the OSD menu is displayed, push the joystick down to exit to the previous
menu. If at the top menu, push the joystick down to exit the OSD menu. If
editing an entry, push the joystick down to cancel the editing and restore the
previous value.
5. Right: If the OSD menu is displayed, push the joystick to the right to move the
highlight up. If editing an entry, push the joystick to the right to increase the
value or to cycle forward through the available options.

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STAND ASSEMBLY
To conserve space in the packaging, the stand is shipped in two parts. First, place a
towel or blanket on a flat surface to serve as a cushion, then place the monitor face
down on the cushion. Use the included M4x6 screws to attach the Stand Base to the
Stand Neck, then use the included M4x10 screws to attach the Stand Assembly to the
monitor.
OSD MENU SYSTEM
Picture Menu
Brightness: Adjusts the overall screen brightness. The adjustment range is from 0-100 in
1 point increments.
Contrasts: Adjusts the amount of contrast between the bright and dark areas of the
image. The adjustment range is from 0-100 in 1 point increments.
Sharpness: Adjusts the amount of edge enhancement on the image. The adjustment
range is 0-4 in 1 point increments.
Aspect Ratio: Adjusts the image aspect ratio. The available options are Full, 16:9, 4:3, and
1:1. The Full option uses the aspect ratio output by the connected video source,
while the other three options force the individual aspect ratios.

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Ultra Vivid: Adjusts the amount of color saturation in use. The available options are Off,
High, Middle, and Low.
DCR: Enables or disable the Dynamic Contrast Ratio feature, which uses the image
backlighting to artificially increase overall image contrast. DCR is not well suited
for use with fast moving images found in action movies and video games.
Color Menu
Color Effects: Selects one of the image color presets designed for use with different
applications. The available options are Standard, FPS, RAC, RTS, and Movie. The
FPS, RAC, and RTS options are designed for gaming with First Person Shooters,
Racing games, and Real Time Strategy games.
Saturation: Adjust the amount of color saturation. The adjustment range is 0-100 in 1
point increments.
Gamma: Selects one of the available gamma options. The available options are Off, 1.8,
2.0, 2.2, and 2.4.
Temperature: Selects one of the color temperature values. The available options are
9300, 7500, 6500, 5400, sRGB, and User.
R: Adjusts the amount of red color in the image. The adjustment range is 0-255 in 1 point
increments.
G: Adjusts the amount of green color in the image. The adjustment range is 0-255 in 1
point increments.
B: Adjusts the amount of blue color in the image. The adjustment range is 0-255 in 1
point increments.

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Advance Menu
Volume: Adjusts the volume level. The adjustment range is 0-100 in 1 point increments.
Mute: Enables or disables audio muting. The available options are On and Off.
Over Drive: Adjusts how quickly the monitor is able to switch colors for anti-ghosting
purposes. The available options are On and Off.
Free Sync: Enables or disables the FreeSync™ feature, which uses a dynamic refresh rate
aimed at reducing screen tearing. The available options are On and Off.
Low Blue Ray: Adjusts the amount of blue light contained in the image. The available
options are Off, Low, Middle, and High.
Los: The available options are Off, Los 1, Los 2, and Los 3.
OSD Menu
Language: Selects one of the available languages for the OSD menu system. The
available languages are English, Chinese, Korean, French, German, Spanish,
Russian, Dutch, and Italian.
Menu Time: Adjusts the amount of time the OSD menu will remain on screen with no
button activation. The adjustment range is 10-60 seconds in 1 second intervals.
OSD H Position: Sets the horizontal position of the OSD menu on the screen. The
adjustment range is 0-100 in 1 point increments.
OSD V Position: Sets the vertical position of the OSD menu on the screen. The
adjustment range is 0-100 in 1 point increments.
Transparency: Adjusts the amount of transparency in the OSD menu. The adjustment
range is 0-255 in 1 point increments.
Reset: Resets all monitor settings to the factory default values.
Information Menu
This screen displays the firmware version, active input, screen resolution, horizontal
frequency, and pixel clock.

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TECHNICAL SUPPORT
Monoprice is pleased to provide free, live, online technical support to assist you with
any questions you may have about installation, setup, troubleshooting, or product
recommendations. If you ever need assistance with your new product, please come
online to talk to one of our friendly and knowledgeable Tech Support Associates.
Technical support is available through the online chat button on our website
www.monoprice.com during regular business hours, 7 days a week. You can also get
assistance through email by sending a message to [email protected]om
SPECIFICATIONS
Model
24657, 30674, 30675
Maximum Resolution
2560 x 1440
Pixel Pitch
0.2331 x 0.2331 mm
DisplayPort Version
1.2a
HDMI® Version
2.0
Maximum Vertical Frequency
144Hz
Operating Temperature
+32 ~ +122°F (0 ~ +50°C)
Storage Temperature
-4 ~ +140°F (-20 ~ +60°C)
Operating Humidity
10~ 85% RH, non-condensing

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REGULATORY COMPLIANCE
Notice for FCC
Modifying the equipment without Monoprice’s authorization may result in the
equipment no longer complying with FCC requirements for Class B digital devices. In
that event, your right to use the equipment may be limited by FCC regulations, and you
may be required to correct any interference to radio or television communications at
your own expense.
This equipment 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
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:
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which
the receiver is connected.
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Notice for Industry Canada
This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.

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EU Declaraton of Conformity
Monoprice, Inc. declares the product described within this user guide or manual is in
compliance with below applicable directives. The full text of the EU Declaration of
Conformity is available at the following internet address:
https://www.monoprice.com/product?c_id=113&cp_id=11307&cs_id=1130703&p_id=246
57&seq=1&format=2
or the CE DoC can be found within this user manual.
EMC Directive 2004/108/EC
Low Voltage Directive 2014/35/EU
RoHS2 Directive 2011/65/EU
WEEE Directive 2012/19/EC
Packaging & Packaging Waste Directive 94/62/EC
REACH Directive 1907/2006/EC
WEEE Information
User information for consumer products covered by EU Directive 2012/19/EU on Waste
Electric and Electronic Equipment (WEEE).
This document contains important information for users with regards to the proper
disposal and recycling of Monoprice products. Consumers are required to comply with
this notice for all electronic products bearing the following symbol: