Sceptre X240 User manual

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Important Information

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FCC Compliance Statement
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Operation is subject to the following conditions:
This device may not cause harmful interference
This device must accept any interference received, including interference that my
cause undesired operation.
Please Note: 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 the receiver.
•Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from
that to which the receiver is connected.
Caution: To comply with the limits for an FCC Class B computing device,
always use the signal cord and power cord supplied with this
unit.
The Federal communications Commission warns that changes or modifications to
the unit not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could
void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

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European Notice
CE mark for Class B ITE (Following European standard EN55022/1998;
EN61000-3-2/1995; EN61000-3-3/1995, EN55024/1998,
EN60950/1992+A1+A2+A3+A4+A11)
Radio Frequency Interference Statement
Warning:
This is a Class B product. In a domestic environment, this product may cause
radio interference in which case the user may be required to take adequate
measures.
Canadian Doc Notice
For Class B Computing Devices
This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise
emissions from digital apparatus as set out in the Radio Interference
Regulation of the Canadian Department of Communications.
“Le présent appareil numérique n’èmet pas de bruits radioélectriques
dépassant les limites applicables aux appareils numériques de la class B
prescrites dans le Règlement sur le brouillage radioélectrique édicté par le
ministère des Communications du Canada."

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Important Information
Electricity is used to perform many useful functions, but it can also cause personal injuries and
property damage if improperly handled. This product has been engineered and manufactured with
the highest priority on safety. However, improper use can result in electric shock and / or fire. In
order to prevent potential danger, please observe the following instructions when installing, operating
and cleaning the product. To ensure your safety and prolong the service life of your Liquid Crystal
Display, please read the following precautions carefully before using the product.
1. Read these instructions.
2. Keep these instructions.
3. Heed all warnings.
4. Follow all instructions.
5. Do not use this apparatus near water.
6. Clean only with dry cloth.
7. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s
instructions.
8. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other
apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
9. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug
has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding type plug has two blades and a
third grounding prong. The wide blade and the third prong are provided for your safety. If
the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the
obsolete outlet.
10. Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at the plugs,
convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.
11. Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.
12. Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the manufacturer, or sold
with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus
combination to avoid injury from tip-over.
13. Unplug this apparatus during lightening storms or when unused for long periods of time.
14. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus
has been damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has
been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to
rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.

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Tips and Safety Precautions
This product is designed and manufactured to operate within defined design limits, and
misuse may result in electric shock or fire. To prevent the product from being damaged, the
following rules should be observed for the installation, use and maintenance of the product.
Read the following safety instructions before operating the display. Keep these instructions
in a safe place for future reference.
•To avoid the risk of electric shock or
component damage, switch off the
power before connecting other
components to the X240 LCD
MONITOR.
•Unplug the power cord before
cleaning the X240 LCD MONITOR.
Do not use a liquid or a spray cleaner
for cleaning the product. Do not use
abrasive cleaners.
•Always use the accessories
recommended by the manufacturer to
insure compatibility.
•When moving the X240 LCD
MONITOR from an area of low
temperature to an area of high
temperature, condensation may form
on the housing. Do not turn on the
X240 LCD MONITOR immediately
after this to avoid causing fire, electric
shock or component damage.
•Do not place the X240 LCD
MONITOR on an unstable cart, stand,
or table. If the X240 LCD MONITOR
falls, it can injure a person and cause
serious damage to the appliance. Use
only a cart or stand recommended by
the manufacturer or sold with the
X240 LCD MONITOR.
•Any heat source should maintain a
distance of at least 5 feet away from
the X240 LCD MONITOR, i.e. radiator,
heater, oven, amplifier etc. Do not
install the product too close to
anything that produces smoke or
moisture. Operating the product close
to smoke or moisture may cause fire
or electric shock.
•Slots and openings in the back and
bottom of the bezel are provided for
ventilation. To ensure reliable
operation of the X240 LCD MONITOR
and to protect it from overheating, be
sure these openings are not blocked
or covered. Do not place the X240
LCD MONITOR in a bookcase or
cabinet unless proper ventilation is
provided.
•It is not recommended to use the
X240 LCD MONITOR in a portrait
format (by rotating 90 degrees) under
high temperature environment (25°C
or higher), since this would retard
heat dissipation and would eventually
damage the monitor.
•Never push any object into the
ventilation slots of the X240 LCD
MONITOR. Do not place any objects
on the top of the Product. It could
short circuit parts causing a fire or
electric shock. Never spill liquids on
the X240 LCD MONITOR.
•The X240 LCD MONITOR should be
operated only from the type of power
source indicated on the label. If you
are not sure of the type of power
supplied to your home, consult your
dealer or local power company.
•The power cable must be replaced
when using different voltage from that
specified in the User Manual. For
more information, contact your dealer.
•The X240 LCD MONITOR is
equipped with a three-pronged
grounded plug, a plug with a third
(grounding) pin. This plug will fit only
into a grounded power outlet as a

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safety feature. If your outlet does not
accommodate the three-wire plug,
have an electrician install the correct
outlet, or use an adapter to ground
the appliance safely. Do not defeat
the safety purpose of the grounded
plug.
•Do not overload power strips and
extension cords. Overloading can
result in fire or electric shock.
•The wall socket should be installed
near the equipment and should be
easily accessible.
•Only the marked power source can be
used for the product. Any power
source other than the specified one
may cause fire or electric shock.
•Do not touch the power cord during
thunderstorms. To avoid electric
shock, avoid handling the power cord
during electrical storms.
•Unplug the unit during a lightning
storm or when it will not be used for a
long period of time. This will protect
the X240 LCD MONITOR from
damage due to power surges.
•Do not attempt to repair or service the
product yourself. Opening or
removing the back cover may expose
you to high voltages, the risk of
electric shock, and other hazards. If
repair is required, please contact your
dealer and refer all servicing to
qualified service personnel.
•Keep the product away from moisture.
Do not expose this appliance to rain
or moisture. If water penetrates into
the product, unplug the power cord
and contact your dealer. Continuous
use in this case may result in fire or
electric shock.
•Do not use the product if any
abnormality occurs. If any smoke or
odor becomes apparent, unplug the
power cord and contact your dealer
immediately. Do not try to repair the
product yourself.
•Avoid using dropped or damaged
appliances. If the product is dropped
and the housing is damaged, the
internal components may function
abnormally. Unplug the power cord
immediately and contact your dealer
for repair. Continued use of the
product may cause fire or electric
shock.
•Do not install the product in an area
with heavy dust or high humidity.
Operating the product in
environments with heavy dust or high
humidity may cause fire or electric
shock.
•Hold the power connector when
removing the power cable. Pulling the
power cable itself may damage the
wires inside the cable and cause fire
or electric shocks. When the product
will not be used for an extended
period of time, unplug the power
connector.
•To avoid risk of electric shock, do not
touch the connector with wet hands.
•Insert batteries in accordance with
instructions while using the remote
control. Incorrect polarities may cause
damage and leakage of the batteries,
operator injury and contamination the
remote control.
•If any of the following occurs please
contact the dealer:
oThe power connector fails or
frays.
oLiquid sprays or any object
drops into the X240 LCD
MONITOR.
oThe Display is exposed to
rain or other moisture.
oThe Display is dropped or
damaged in any way.
oThe performance of the
Display changes
substantially.
•Operating environment: Temperature:
5°C ~ 35°C, Humidity: 10% to 90%
non-condensing, Altitude: 0~10,000 ft.

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Table of Contents
Important Information.............................................................................................................................1
FCC Compliance Statement...................................................................................................................2
Important Information.............................................................................................................................4
Tips and Safety Precautions ..................................................................................................................5
Table of Contents ...................................................................................................................................7
Opening the Package.............................................................................................................................9
Package Contents..................................................................................................................................9
Installation..............................................................................................................................................9
Attaching or Removing the Stand.........................................................................................................10
Setting Up Your Monitor .......................................................................................................................11
Identifying Front and Rear Panel .........................................................................................................12
Front View .................................................................................................................................12
Rear View..................................................................................................................................12
Side View Control Buttons.........................................................................................................13
Rear View Connections.............................................................................................................13
Connecting the LCD to Your PC...........................................................................................................14
If You Have DVI Connection on Your Video Card…..................................................................14
If You Have VGA Connection on Your Video Card….................................................................15
On Screen Display (OSD) Menu..........................................................................................................16
AUTO ADJUST..........................................................................................................................16
SOURCE...................................................................................................................................17
LUMINANCE .............................................................................................................................17
GEOMETRY..............................................................................................................................18
COLOR......................................................................................................................................20
VOLUME ...................................................................................................................................21
OSD...........................................................................................................................................22
LANGUAGE ..............................................................................................................................22
RECALL ....................................................................................................................................23
MISCELLANEOUS....................................................................................................................24
EXIT ..........................................................................................................................................24
Supported PC Resolution.....................................................................................................................25
Supported Video Resolution ................................................................................................................26
Troubleshooting....................................................................................................................................26
How do I clean the LCD? .....................................................................................................................29
Specification.........................................................................................................................................30
Call Us If You Need Help!.....................................................................................................................32
LIMITED PRODUCT WARRANTY.......................................................................................................33
Disclaimer & Copyright Information......................................................................................................35

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Dear SCEPTRE Customer,
Congratulations on your new SCEPTRE monitor purchase. Thank you for your
support. To ensure safety and many years of trouble free operation of your LCD
monitor, please read the manual carefully before making any adjustments, and
keep them in a safe place for future reference. We hope you enjoy your new
SCEPTRE monitor.
For technical assistance, please call 1800-788-2878 and select option 3 or
email our tech support group at monitor-t[email protected].
For all other inquiries, please call 1800-788-2878 and select option 4 or email
our customer service group at [email protected].
We recommend you register your SCEPTRE monitor with the enclosed
registration card and mail it in. For peace of mind and to protect your investment
beyond the standard warranty, SCEPTRE offers a two year extended warranty
service for your LCD monitor. This plan gives additional coverage once your
standard warranty period runs out. Please call our customer service group to
purchase the extended warranty.

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Opening the Package
The SCEPTRE X240 is packaged in a carton together with standard accessories. The weight of the
LCD display is approximately 13.1 lbs. Since the LCD panel can be easily scratched or broken, please
handle the product gently. Never place the unit on a surface with the glass facing downwards unless it
is on a protective padding. When opening the carton, make sure the product is in good condition and
that all the standard accessories and items are included. After unpacking your LCD monitor, be sure to
save the original box and all packing materials for future shipping needs.
Package Contents
zMonitor Display x 1
zUser Manual x 1
zWarranty Card x 1
zPower Cord x 1
zVGA Cable x 1
Installation
Please read the user manual carefully before performing the installation. The power consumption of
the display is approximately 52 watts. Please use the power cord designated for the product. When an
extension cord is required, use one with the correct power rating. The cord must be grounded and the
grounding feature must not be defeated. The product should be installed on a flat surface to avoid
tipping. Space should be maintained between the back of the product and the wall for proper
ventilation. If you would like to mount the monitor onto the wall, please see page 8, and 10 for
additional information. Avoid installing the product in the kitchen, bathroom or other places with high
humidity dust or smoke, so as not to shorten the service life of the electronic components. Please
ensure the product is installed with the screen in landscape orientation.Any 90° clockwise or
counterclockwise installation may induce poor ventilation and successive component damage.

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Attaching or Removing the Stand
1. To attach the stand, align the stand and theTV and push the TV down towards the stand.
2. Similarly, to remove the stand for wall mounting, simply remove the 4 screws at the bottom section of the TV
and pull out the stand. The 4 screws in the package are for securing the monitor stand only. If you are
mounting the LCD, please consult a qualified installer for further instructions on bracket support and
wall support.
3. To remove the base, take a look at the bottom of the base. You will see two buckles that you need to push in
to unlock. You will need to use some force to push them in since they are very tight. Once you push them in
you can remove the base.

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Setting Up Your Monitor
The following are general short steps to setup and use the monitor with your PC under the Microsoft
Windows XP operating system.
1. After you have installed the base, connect your VGA or DVI cord to both the monitor and PC and
turn on the PC and the monitor.
2. While booting up keep pressing F8 and choose the VGA mode option.
3. Under Windows, use your mouse to right click on the background with nothing selected. Left click
on the PROPERTIES option. Click on the SETTINGS tab.
4. Under SETTINGS change your resolution to 1920 x 1080 and click on APPLY. (if you are using
DVI as your connection click on OK and you are done, steps 6-9 are unnecessary)
5. Click on ADVANCED button, and then click on MONITOR tab. Under MONITOR make sure your
refresh rate is set to 60 Hz.
6. Click on OK on all windows to exit.
7. On the monitor, press the S/A button then press the MENU button in succession to AUTO
ADJUST.
8. Wait until the monitor finishes calibrating. Reboot your computer and your monitor is ready for
use.
9. [OPTIONAL] Because this monitor’s native resolution is very high, words may seem too small for
some users. Please follow steps 1-5. Afterwards, click on the GENERAL tab. In there you
can change the size of the words by changing from the option from “normal size” to “large size”.
Click on APPLY to finalize this selection. This will make the words bigger under Windows XP.
The following are general short steps to setup and use the monitor with your PC under the Microsoft
Windows VISTA operating system.
1. After you have installed the base, connect your VGA or DVI cord to both the monitor and PC and
turn on the PC and the monitor.
2. While booting up keep pressing F8 and choose the VGA mode option.
3. Under Windows, use your mouse to right click on the background with nothing selected. Left click
on the PERSONALIZE option. Click on the DISPLAY SETTINGS option.
4. Change your resolution to 1920 x 1080 and click on APPLY. (if you are using DVI as your
connection click on OK and you are done, steps 6-9 are unnecessary)
5. Click on ADVANCED SETTINGS button, and then click on MONITOR tab. Under MONITOR
make sure your refresh rate is set to 60 Hz.
6. Click on OK on all windows to exit.
7. On the monitor, press the S/A button then press the MENU button in succession to AUTO
ADJUST.
8. Wait until the monitor finishes calibrating. Reboot your computer and your monitor is ready for
use.
9. [OPTIONAL] Because this monitor’s native resolution is very high, words may seem too small for
some users. Under Windows Vista please right click on the background with nothing selected
and select the PERSONALIZE option. Afterwards, click on the ADJUST FONT SIZE (DPI)
option on the left column and click on continue. In there you can change the size of the words by
changing from the option from “default scale” to “large scale”. This will make the words bigger
under Windows VISTA. Click on APPLY to finalize your selection.

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Identifying Front and Rear Panel
Front View
POWER INDICATOR : If light is blue, the monitor is turned on. If the light is blinking blue, the monitor
is turned on but not receiving a signal from the computer.
NATIVE RESOLUTION :This monitor’s clearest picture is produced under its native resolution. The
native resolution of the monitor is 1920 x 1080 at 60 Hz refresh rate.
Rear View
Mounting Specification : 100mm x 100mm using screw size
M4 metric system screws. The Depth of the mounting pattern should not exceed 12mm. The 4
screws in the package are for securing the monitor stand only. If you are mounting the
monitor please consult a qualified installer for further instructions on bracket support and wall
support.

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Side View Control Buttons
1. POWER – This button powers on or off the LCD.
2. S/A – This button switches between all the different sources of the TV or auto adjusts the screen
resolution for you when you are using VGA connection. If the On Screen Display (OSD) is
active this button acts as the exit button.
3. MENU – This button activates the On Screen Display (OSD) and acts are the enter button when
the OSD is on.
4. CH(▲/▼)– If the OSD is active, these buttons function as up or down controls for the menu.
5. VOL(+/-) – If OSD is active, pressing these buttons will move adjust a option’s value.
Rear View Connections
POWER – This plug is responsible for providing power to the monitor.
DVI – DVI stands for Digital Video Interface. This connection is for computers to send video signals to
the monitor digitally so that colors and video are more accurate and vivid.
VGA – VGA stands for Video Graphics Array. This connection is for computers to send video signals to
the monitor by an analog signal. This method of connection is the most commonly used connection.
Audio Line In – This connection is for linking to the PC’s line out connection for transmitting audio
signal to the monitor’s speakers. Do NOT connect a headset or external speakers to this connection.
NOTE: Some models may not have Audio Line In as an available connection.

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Connecting the LCD to Your PC
If You Have DVI Connection on Your Video Card…
1. Make sure the power of X240 LCD MONITOR is turned off.
2. Obtain a DVI cable and connect to the DVI connection on your PC. Connect the other
end of the cable to your X240 LCD MONITOR.
3. Obtain the audio cable and connect the 3.5 mm Mini-jack cable to the Audio Line In
connection of the monitor. Connect the other end of the 3.5 mm Mini-jack cable to your
PC’s audio line out connection.
4. Turn on the power of both the X240 LCD MONITOR and the PC.
Please Note :
•Some video cards may have their DVI connection turned off by default. If you do
not get video, please consult your video card’s technical support.
•The PC’s clearest picture is produced under 1920x1080 at 60Hz.
•Some models may not have Audio Line In as an available connection.

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If You Have VGA Connection on Your Video Card…
1. Make sure the power of X240 LCD MONITOR is turned off.
2. If you were previously using a CRT (bulky) monitor, please hook up your old
monitor first and make sure your refresh rate is set to 60 Hz frequency before using the
X240 LCD MONITOR. You can find the refresh rate information and change it by
RIGHT CLICKING on the desktop with nothing selected. After you have right clicked,
select the PROPERTIES option. Click on the SETTINGS tab. Click on the ADVANCED
button. Click on the MONITOR tab. In that tab, change the refresh rate to 60Hz and
click on APPLY. After the refresh rate changed, please shut down the computer and
monitor.
3. Obtain the VGA cable and connect to the VGA connection on your PC. Connect the
other end of the cable to your X240 LCD MONITOR.
4. Obtain the audio cable and connect the 3.5 mm Mini-jack cable to the Audio Line In
connection of the monitor. Connect the other end of the 3.5 mm Mini-jack cable to your
PC’s audio line out connection.
5. Turn on the power of both the X240 LCD MONITOR and the PC.
Please Note :
•The PC’s clearest picture is produced under 1920x1080 at 60Hz.
•Some models may not have Audio Line In as an available connection.

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On Screen Display (OSD) Menu
The OSD menu of the monitor provides various adjustments for the monitor such
as color, brightness, contrast, screen settings…..etc.
When you press the MENU button on the side of the monitor, the OSD screen will appear. Select each
of the functions with the CH▲or CH▼buttons. Use the MENU button to enter each of the function or
when you’re in the function already, use the MENU button to select the option you want to adjust. Use
the VOL+ or VOL– buttons to adjust each option’s values. NOTE: The Volume function is only
available if your model has the Audio Line In connection.
AUTO ADJUST
This function auto adjusts the clock and phase of the monitor when using VGA cable so the monitor
will sync better with the video card and produce a clearer picture.
1. You can use this function by pressing S/A button, then press MENU button to select Auto
Adjust.
2. Once Auto Adjust is highlighted, press Magain to use the function.
Please Note :
•This function is only available under VGA.

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SOURCE
This function lets you switch the source from VGA to DVI or vice versa.
1. You can use this function by pressing S/A button, and then press the VOL+ button to select
SOURCE. This will change your source to the other connection.
LUMINANCE
This function adjusts the brightness and contrast of the LCD.
1. To use this function, press MENU to open the OSD then highlight LUMINANCE function by
pressing the CH▲or CH▼button.
2. Press MENU to enter the function.
3. Press CH▲or CH▼button to select BRIGHTNESS or CONTRAST to adjust.
4. Press MENU to select the option you want to adjust.
5. Use the VOL+ or VOL– button to adjust the values.
Please Note :
•BRIGHTNESS adjusts the black level in a picture. If the value is adjusted too high,
the picture will look washed out. If too low, the picture will not have much detail in
dark colors.
•CONTRAST adjusts the white levels in a picture. If the value is adjusted too high,
the picture will not have any details in bright parts of the picture. If set too low,
the picture will looked washed out.

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GEOMETRY
This function adjusts the screen’s image quality manually.
1. Press MENU to open the OSD then highlight GEOMETRY by pressing the CH▲or CH▼
buttons.
2. Press MENU to enter the function.
3. Press the CH▲or CH▼buttons to select the option you want to adjust. Use MENU to enter
the option and VOL+ or VOL– buttons to adjust the values.
a. H-POSITION – This option moves the picture left or right.
b. V-POSITION – This option moves the picture up or down.
c. PIXELCLOCK – This option adjusts the video signal in a large increment to sync
with the PC.
d. PHASE – This option adjusts the video signal in a small increment to sync with
the PC.
e. FORMAT – This option adjusts the signal syncing compatibility of the LCD to
different types of resolutions while using VGA connection. When using VGA
connection, you need to use this option for changing the resolutions below
then use AUTO ADJUST after changing the format option.

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i. AUTO – Use this setting for all resolution besides the ones listed below.
ii. 1024x768
iii. 1280x768
iv. 1360x768
Please Note :
•It is always suggested for the USER to use the AUTO ADJUST function instead of
manual adjustments.
•Make sure you AUTO ADJUST after changing the resolution and the format.
•LCDs will always be a little blurry when they’re not in their native resolution. Make
sure you are in the native resolution of the monitor first before making screen
setting adjustments.
•This LCD’s native resolution is 1920x1080 at 60 Hz.
•FORMAT options are only available under VGA.

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COLOR
This function adjusts the overall balance of white colors in a picture in large increments. Color
temperature consists of 6500K, 7500K, 9300K, and USER PRESET.
1. Press MENU to open the OSD then highlight COLOR by pressing the CH▲or CH▼
buttons.
2. Press MENU to enter the function.
3. Press CH▲or CH▼button to select the option you want to adjust to. Use MENU to select
the option.
a. 9300K – This option adjusts the white balance towards the blue color giving the
picture a bluish tint and cooler look.
b. 7500K – This option adjusts the white balance to give the picture a no biased
white color.
c. 6500K – This option adjusts the white balance towards the red color giving the
picture a reddish tint and warmer look.
d. USER PRESET – This option lets the user adjust the white balance by tweaking
the RED, GREEN, and BLUE color.