XV301CX - Monitor ACER - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL XV301CX ACER

Acer LCD Monitor Quick Start Guide (QSG)

Important safety instructions

Please read the following instructions carefully.

1. To clean the LCD monitor screen: Be sure that your monitor is electrically rated to operate with the AC power available in your location.

2. Turn off the LCD monitor and unplug the power cord.

3. Spray a non-solvent cleaning solution onto a rag and clean the screen gently.
4. NEVER SPRAY OR POUR ANY LIQUID DIRECTLY ONTO THE SCREEN OR CASE.
5. PLEASE DO NOT USE ANY AMMONIA OR ALCOHOL-BASED CLEANERS ON THE LCD DISPLAY SCREEN OR CASE.

6. Acer will not be liable for damage resulting from use of any ammonia or alcohol-based cleaners.

7. Do not place the LCD monitor near a window. Exposing the monitor to rain, moisture or sunlight can severely damage it.

8. Do not apply pressure to the LCD screen. Excessive pressure may cause permanent damage to the display.
9. Do not remove the cover or attempt to service this unit yourself. An authorized technician should perform servicing of any nature.
10. Store the LCD monitor in a room with a temperature of -20^ to 60^ C ( -4^ to 140^ F). Storing the LCD monitor outside this range may result in permanent damage.
11. 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

Please check the following items are present when you unpack the box, and save the packing materials in case you will need to ship or transport the monitor in future.

LCD Monitor AC Power Cord DP Cable (Optional)

HDMI Cable (Optional) Adaptor Quick Start Guide

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300V IEEE Martin+4582.16.00/176 USER GUIDE

VESA Mount Screws

(1) M4*31 mm Hex standoffs

(2) M4*42 mm Hex standoffs

Attaching the monitor to the base

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Technical line drawing of a mechanical housing or enclosure with internal components and directional arrows (no text or symbols)

1. Unpack the box. 2. Take the Styrofoam with display out of the box.

Technical line drawing of a mechanical component with a central circular feature and base plate (no text or symbols)

1. Remove the top Styrofoam.

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1. Install the stand onto the base and fasten it with the thumb screw from the bottom of the base.

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1. Attach the base of step 4 to the quick release notch of the LCD monitor securely.

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1. Flip the LCD monitor over to make it stand upright on the desk where it will be used. (Note: Do NOT press the screen to avoid damage any time.)

Attaching the monitor on the wall

Original Screws x 4 ①

1. Remove the original screws x 4 Fig. ① from the opening back of the monitor.

Use the 31 mm NO.2 Screws x 2 Use the 42 mm NO.2 Screws x 2

1. Tighten the two types of Hex standoffs screws as Fig ②:

(1) M4*31 mm Hex standoffs
(2) M4*42 mm Hex standoffs

Mount (Not included)

1. Connect the monitor onto the wall.

Remark:

• Please use only the NO. 2 Screws (31 mm x 2 pcs, 42 mm x 2 pcs) provided with this type of installation.
• Please check monitor weight in advance to choose suitable load capacity of VESA arm stand.
• Do not discard the original screws as these may be needed for future use.

Connecting Your Monitor to a Computer

1. Make sure both the monitor and computer are powered-OFF.

2. Connect DP Cable (Only DP-input model)

a. Make sure both the monitor and computer are powered-OFF.
b. Connect the DP cable to the computer.

1. Connect HDMI Cable (Only HDMI-input model)

a. Make sure both the monitor and computer are powered-OFF.
b. Connect the HDMI cable to the computer.

1. Plug the power cords of your computer and your monitor into a nearby electrical outlet.

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    A["Power Adaptor"] --> B["DC IN AUDIOHDMI3HDMI2 (HDMI1.4) (HDMI1.4)"]
    A --> C["Power Adaptor"]
    B --> D["HDMI1 (HDMI2.0)"]
    B --> E["DP (DP1.2)"]
    C --> F["Power Adaptor"]
    C --> G["Power Adaptor"]
    D --> H["+"]
    E --> I["+"]
    F --> J["+"]
    G --> K["+"]
    H --> L["+"]
    I --> M["+"]
    J --> N["+"]
    K --> O["+"]
    L --> P["+"]
    M --> Q["+"]
    N --> R["+"]
    O --> S["+"]
    P --> T["+"]
    Q --> U["+"]
    R --> V["+"]
    S --> W["+"]
    T --> X["+"]
    U --> Y["+"]
    V --> Z["+"]
    W --> AA["+"]
    X --> AB["+"]
    Y --> AC["+"]
    Z --> AD["+"]
    AA --> AE["+"]
    AB --> AF["+"]
    AC --> AG["+"]
    AD --> AH["+"]
    AE --> AI["+"]
    AF --> AJ["+"]
    AG --> AK["+"]
    AH --> AL["+"]
    AI --> AM["+"]
    AJ --> AN["+"]
    AK --> AO["+"]
    AL --> AP["+"]
    AM --> AQ["+"]
    AN --> AR["+"]

Note: 1. The audio output function depends on models. Please refer to User's Guide for more information.

1. DP (1.2): 2560x1080 supports to 200Hz in normal mode, FreeSync Premium and HDR technology.

HDMI (2.0): 2560x1080 supports to 180Hz, FreeSync Premium and HDR technology.

HDMI(1.4): 2560x1080 supports to 75Hz, and FreeSync Premium technology.

External Controls

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Icon Function description

Main menu OSD

Hot key 1 (default: Mode)

Hot key 2 (default: Brightness)

Input source

Power key:

Press to turn the power on or off.

Four directions key:

Press to any directions key to display first menu. Move the cursor, with four direction.

FreeSync Premium (DP/HDMI1/HDMI2/HDMI3 all support):

It can allow a FreeSync Premium supported graphics source to dynamically adjust display refresh rate based on typical content frame rates for power efficient, virtually stutter free and low-latency display.

Regulations and safety notices

FCC notice

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 2014/30/EU, Low Voltage Directive 2014/35/EU, and RoHS Directive 2011/65/EU and Directive 2009/125/EC with regard to establishing a framework for the setting of ecodesign requirements for energy-related product.

Notice:

In order to prevent damage to the monitor, do not lift the monitor by its base.

Notice: Shielded cables

All connections to other computing devices must be made using shielded cables to maintain compliance with EMC regulations.

Notice:

Acer monitor is purposed for video and visual display of information obtained from electronic devices.

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.

Disposal of Waste Equipment by Users 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 to 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 about 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.

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