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User’s Manual Before operating the monitor, please read this manual thoroughly. This manual should be retained for future reference. FCC Class B Radio Frequency Interference Statement 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.
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User’s Manual Congratulations! The product you have just purchased carries the TCO’06 Media Displays label. This means that your display is designed and manufactured according to some of the strictest performance and environmental criteria in the world. The manufacturer of this display has selected it to be certified to TCO’06 Media Displays as a sign of usability, high performance and reduced impact on the natural environment.
User’s Manual Recycling Information We, the Hanns.G care very much about our environment protection strategy and firmly believe that it helps us have healthier earth via appropriate treatment and recycling of industrial technology devices at the end-of-life. These devices contain recyclable materials, which can be re-decomposed and re-integrated into brand-new marvels.
User’s Manual TABLE OF CONTENTS SAFETY NOTICE ......................6 PRECAUTIONS.....................6 SPECIAL NOTES ON LCD MONITORS ............7 BEFORE OPERATING THE MONITOR ...............8 FEATURES......................8 CHECKING THE CONTENTS OF THE PACKAGE ........8 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS ..............9 POWER........................9 MAKING CONNECTIONS................10 ADJUSTING THE VIEWING ANGLE.............12 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS ................13 GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS................13 FRONT PANEL CONTROL ................14 HOW TO ADJUST A SETTINGS ..............15...
User’s Manual SAFETY NOTICE 1. The changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment. 2. Shielded interface cables and AC power cord, if any, must be used in order to comply with the emission limits.
User’s Manual SPECIAL NOTES ON LCD MONITORS The following symptoms are normal with LCD monitor and do not indicate a problem. Due to the nature of the fluorescent light, the screen may flicker during initial use. Turn off the • Power Switch and then turn it on again to make sure the flicker disappears.
User’s Manual BEFORE OPERATING THE MONITOR FEATURES 28” Wide screen TFT Color LCD Monitor • Crisp, Clear Display for Windows • Recommended Resolutions: 1920 X 1200@60Hz • ® EPA ENERGY STAR • Ergonomic Design • Space Saving, Compact Case Design •...
User’s Manual INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS INSTALL REMOVE Figure.1. Installing and Removing the Base INSTALLATION: 1. Turn the monitor over and set it upside down. 2. Align the monitor to the slots on the stand. 3. Please note that the longer edge of the stand should be facing forward. 4.
User’s Manual MAKING CONNECTIONS CONNECTING TO A PC Turn off your computer before performing the procedure below. 1. Connect one end of the D-Sub cable to the back of the monitor and connect the other end to the computer’s D-Sub port. 2.
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User’s Manual CONNECTING TO A A/V DEVICE: Connect A/V devices via the D-sub and Audio Line in connectors at the back of the monitor. 1. Connect one end of the D-Sub cable to the back of the monitor and connect the other end to the D-sub to YPbPr adapter cable.
User’s Manual ADJUSTING THE VIEWING ANGLE For optimal viewing it is recommended to look at the full face of the monitor, and then adjust the • monitor’s angle to your own preference. Hold the stand so you do not topple the monitor when you change the monitor’s angle. •...
User’s Manual OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS Press the power button to turn the monitor on or off. The other control buttons are located on the front panel of the monitor (See Figure 5). By changing these settings, the picture can be adjusted to your personal preference.
User’s Manual FRONT PANEL CONTROL • Power Button: Press this button to switch ON/OFF monitor’s power. • Power Indicator: Blue — Power On mode. Orange — Power Saving mode. • MENU / RETURN: 1. Turn the OSD menu on/off or return to the previous menu. 2.
User’s Manual HOW TO ADJUST A SETTINGS BRIGHTNESS/CONTRAST Adjust the brightness value of the display according to your preference. Select BRIGHTNESS option to adjust the BRIGHTNESS brightness value. Adjust the contrast value of the display according to your preference. Select CONTRAST option to adjust the contrast CONTRAST value.
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User’s Manual Select the H-POSITION option to shift the screen image to the H-POSITION left or right. Enter the option and adjust the level. [For VGA only] Select the V-POSITION option to shift the screen image up or V-POSITION down. Enter the option and adjust the level. [For VGA only] Select the CLOCK option to reduce the vertical flicker of...
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User’s Manual SYSTEM While transferring via the HDMI port, it is recommended to set AUDIO INPUT to HDMI; if no sound is outputted, it is AUDIO INPUT recommended to select AUDIO INPUT as PC, and make sure the PC audio output cable is connected to monitor’s LINE IN (or AUDIO IN) port.
User’s Manual PLUG AND PLAY Plug & Play DDC2B Feature This monitor is equipped with VESA DDC2B capabilities according to the VESA DDC STANDARD. It allows the monitor to inform the host system of its identity and, depending on the level of DDC used, communicate additional information about its display capabilities.
User’s Manual TECHNICAL SUPPORT (FAQ) Q & A FOR GENERAL PROBLEMS PROBLEM & QUESTION POSSIBLE SOLUTION *Check if the Power Switch is in the ON position Power LED is not on *Power Cord should be connected *Check if the PC system is Plug & Play compatible *Check if the Video Card is Plug &...
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User’s Manual No sound is outputted from *Make sure PC audio output cable is connected to screen s monitor’s built-in speaker LINE IN port (or AUDIO IN port). *Make sure the sound volume adjustment can be clearly identified. *Make sure the System > Silence option in the monitor menu is *While transferring via HDMI port but no sound is outputted, it is recommended to select AUDIO INPUT as a PC option, and make sure PC audio output cable is connected to monitor s...
User’s Manual ERROR MESSAGE & POSSIBLE SOLUTIONS CABLE NOT CONNECTED: 1. Check that the signal-cable is properly connected, If the connector is loose, tighten the connector’s screws. 2. Check the signal-cable’s connection pins for damage. INPUT NOT SUPPORT: Your computer has been set to unsuitable display mode, set the computer to display mode given in the following table.
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