Acer AT2628ML, AT3218MF, AT2618MF, AT3228ML, AT4028ML User Manual

Acer LCD TV

Contents

AT2618MF
AT3218MF

AT2628ML
AT3228ML
AT4028ML

User Guide

Important safety instructions ---------------------------------------------- 3

Disposal instructions ----------------------------------------------------------------------4

Your LCD TV overview --------------------------------------------------------5

Front and side panels --------------------------------------------------------------------5
Rear panel view ----------------------------------------------------------------------------6
Side AV label view ------------------------------------------------------------------------7

Remote control -----------------------------------------------------------------8

General keys --------------------------------------------------------------------------------8
Teletext and Multimedia ----------------------------------------------------------------9

Basic connections ----------------------------------------------------------- 10

Connecting the power cord ---------------------------------------------------------- 10
Setting up the remote control ------------------------------------------------------10

Enjoying analog and digital TV ------------------------------------------ 10

Connecting an antenna/cable ------------------------------------------------------- 10
Getting started watching your TV -------------------------------------------------11

Wall mount preparation / removing the base ----------------------- 12

Connecting external audio/video devices ---------------------------- 13

Connecting a DVD, VCR, STB or audio/video equipment ------------------- 13
Connecting a camera, camcorder or game console -------------------------- 14
Connecting a PC or notebook computer ----------------------------------------- 15
Connecting a USB storage device --------------------------------------------------15
Selecting the input source ------------------------------------------------------------ 16

Playing multimedia les from a USB storage device --------------- 17

Connecting a USB storage device --------------------------------------------------17
Navigating in the multimedia screen ---------------------------------------------17

Channel controls ------------------------------------------------------------- 20

Channel list -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 20
Favourite channel list ------------------------------------------------------------------21
Programme information -------------------------------------------------------------- 22
Electronic programme guide --------------------------------------------------------22

OSD navigation -------------------------------------------------------------- 24

Navigating the OSD with the remote control ----------------------------------24
Adjusting the OSD settings ----------------------------------------------------------- 25

OSD menus -------------------------------------------------------------------- 27

Picture settings --------------------------------------------------------------------------- 27
Sound settings ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- 28
PAP function ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ 29
Options settings ------------------------------------------------------------------------- 29
Timer settings ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- 31
Lock settings ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ 31
Setup the TV ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ 32

Special functions ------------------------------------------------------------ 34

Troubleshooting ------------------------------------------------------------- 35

PC Input Signal Reference Chart----------------------------------------- 36

Product specications ------------------------------------------------------ 37

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© 2011 All Rights Reserved.

Acer LCD TV User Guide
Original Issue: 06/2011

Model Number:

Serial Number:

Purchase Date:

Place of Purchase:

HDMI, the HDMI logo and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trade­marks of HDMI Licensing LLC.

DVB is a registered trademark of the DVB Project.

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Important safety instructions

Read these instructions carefully. Please put them somewhere safe for future reference.

1. Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.

2. 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.

3. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused
for long periods of time.

4. Do not install this equipment in a confined space such a book
case or similar unit.

5.

6. If the remote control will not to be used for a long time, remove the batteries. Use

7. Batteries shall not be exposed to excessive heat from sunshine, fire or other heat

8. Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the product.

9. Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners

10. The apparatus shall not be exposed to drips or splashes. No objects filled with liquids,

11. Do not place this product on an unstable cart, stand or table. The product may fall,

12. Slots and openings are provided for ventilation; to ensure reliable operation of the

13. This product should be operated from the type of power indicated on the marking

14. Do not allow anything to rest on the power cord. Do not locate this product where

15. If an extension cord is used with this product, make sure that the total ampere rating

16. Never push objects of any kind into this product through cabinet slots as they may

17. Do not attempt to service this product yourself, as opening or removing covers may

18. Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service

WARNING
To prevent the spread of fire, keep candles or other open flames away from this
apparatus at all times.

the remote control carefully. Do not drop the remote control on the floor. Keep it
away from moisture, direct sunlight, and high temperatures.

sources. Used or discharged batteries must be properly disposed of or recycled in
compliance with all applicable laws. For detailed information, contact your local solid
waste disposal authority.

or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning.

such as vases, shall be placed on the apparatus.

sustaining serious damage.

product and to protect it from overheating, these openings must not be blocked or
covered. The openings should never be blocked by placing the product on a bed,
sofa, rug or other similar surface. This product should never be placed near or over
a radiator or heat register or in a built-in installation unless proper ventilation is
provided.

label. If you are not sure of the type of power available, consult your dealer or local
power company.

the cord will be stepped on.

of the equipment plugged into the extension cord does not exceed the extension
cord ampere rating. Also, make sure that the total rating of all products plugged into
the wall outlet does not exceed the fuse rating.

touch dangerous voltage points or short-out parts, which could result in a fire or
electric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind on the product.

expose you to dangerous voltage points or other risks. Refer all servicing to qualified
service personnel.

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personnel under the following conditions:

UA.TR.002

a. When the power cord or plug is damaged or frayed.

b. If liquid has been spilled into the product.

c. If the product has been exposed to rain or water.

d. If the product does not operate normally when the operating instructions are

followed. Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions.
Improper adjustment of other controls could result in damage; extensive work by
a qualified technician might then be required to restore the product to normal
condition.

e. If the product has been dropped or the case has been damaged.

f. If the product exhibits a distinct change in performance, indicating a need for

service.

19. Use only the proper type of power supply cord set (provided in your accessories box)

for this unit. Always disconnect the power cord from the wall outlet before servicing
or disassembling this equipment.

20. Do not overload an electrical AC outlet, power strip, or convenience receptical. The

overall system load must not exceed 80% of the branch circuit rating. If power strips
are used, the load should not exceed 80% of the power strip input rating.

21. Some products are equipped with a three-wire electrical grounding-type plug that

has a third pin for grounding. This plug only fits into a grounded electrical outlet.
This is a safety feature. Make sure the AC outlet is properly grounded. Do not defeat
the safety purpose of the grounding-type plug by trying to insert it into a non­grounded outlet. If you cannot insert the plug into the outlet, contact your electrician
to replace the obsolete outlet.

22. Do not use this LCD TV in the workplace in accordance with BildscharbV, and

maintain ample distance from it when watching. Watching a big-screen TV too close
can cause eyestrain.

23. This TV is designed for home entertainment purposes only. Make sure there is

sufficient distance between you and the TV when you are viewing content to avoid
harming your eyes.

24. Where the mains plug or power cable is used to disconnect power, the cable or plugs

shall remain readily accessible.

The grounding pin is an important safety feature. It is possible to receive an electric shock
from a system that is not properly grounded.

The grounding pin is also providing good immunity ability against unexpected noise that
interferes performance of this product and is produced by other nearby electrical devices.

Disposal instructions

Do not throw this electronic device into the rubbish bin / container when
discarding. To minimize pollution and ensure utmost protection of the global
environment, please recycle.

For more information regarding WEEE, please refer to
http://global.acer.com/about/environmental.htm

Соответствует сертификатам, обязательным в РФ

(Compliant with Russian regulatory certification)

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Your LCD TV overview

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9

10

11

12

1
2
3
4
5
6

7

Front and side panels

(AT2618MF/AT3218MF)

1 Standby Turns the TV ON and OFF.

2 Channel up When the OSD is on, functions the same as the Up arrow.

3 Channel down When the OSD is on, functions the same as the Down arrow.

4 Volume up When the OSD is on, functions the same as the Right arrow.

5 Volume down When the OSD is on, functions the same as the Left arrow.

6 Menu key Turns the OSD menu ON and OFF.

7 AC power button Turns the power ON and OFF.

Front and side panels

8 Channel up/down

9 Volume up/down

When the OSD is on, functions the same as the Up/Down
arrow.

When the OSD is on, functions the same as the Right/Left
arrow.

(AT2628ML/AT3228ML/AT4028ML)

10 Menu key Turns the OSD menu ON and OFF.

11 Input When the OSD is on, functions the same as the OK key.

12 Standby Turns the TV ON and OFF.

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SCART COMPONENT PC IN

SPDIF

OUT

HDMI2

ANT/RF

Y

P

B

PR

L

R

D-SUB AUDIO

1 2 3 64 5 7

8 9 10 11 12

COMPONENT

Y

P

R

R L

PC AUDIO

IN

SCART ANT/RF D-SUB

PB

Rear panel view

(AT2618MF/AT3218MF/AT2628ML)

1 AV (SCART) 5 PC Audio L/R

2 COMPONENT-in + Audio-in L/R 6 HDMI 2 port

3 VGA-in 7 Antenna/Cable-in

4 SPDIF out

Rear panel view

(AT3228ML/AT4028ML)

8 COMPONENT-in + Audio-in L/R 11 Antenna/Cable-in

9 PC Audio L/R 12 VGA-in

AV (SCART)

10

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Side AV label view

1

2
3
4

SPDIF

HDMI1USB HDMI2 COMMON INTERFACEHDMI3 OUT

5
6

7

8

9

10

11

(AT2618MF/AT3218MF/AT2628ML)

1 Common interface 3 USB port

2 HDMI1 port 4 Earphone

Side AV label view

(AT3228ML/AT4028ML)

5 SPDIF out 9 HDMI2 port

6 Earphone 10 HDMI3 port

7 Common interface 11 USB port

8 HDMI1 port

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Remote control

OK

DISPLAY GUIDE

WIDESOURCE

MENU

MUTE

TELETEXT

SUBTITLE

BACK

CANCEL

FAV

MPX

1

8

4

10

7

2

3

11

9

5
6

12

13

14

15

16

17

VOL CH

General keys

1 POWER

2 DISPLAY

3 GUIDE

4 SOURCE

5 WIDE

Press to turn your TV on/off.

Press to display channel information
(dependent on input/source type).

Press to launch Electronic Programme
Guide (EPG) mode
(Digital TV mode only). See page 22.

Press to display the Source menu.

Press to toggle scaling mode between
Cinerama, 14:9 Zoom, 16:9 Zoom,
16:9 Zoom up, Wide Zoom, Zoom 2,

16:9 format and 4:3 format modes.

6 MPX

Press to select a sound type available
for the selected analogue TV
programme; to select an audio
langugae available for the selected
digital TV programme.

7 MENU

Press to open the Menu.
Press to back to the previous menu.

8 BACK/CANCEL

Press to close the Menu.
Press to exit some operations.
Press to go back to the previously
viewed channel.

9 Directional keys

In menu operation, press the up/
down directional keys to select a
certain option and press the left and
right directional keys to adjust.

10 OK/ENTER/CH LIST

ENTER:

Press to confirm a selection.

CH LIST:

Press to launch the channel

list. See page 20.

MUTE

11

Press to toggle audio on and off.

12 FAV

Press to display the favorite channel
list.

VOL (+/-)

13

Press to increase or decrease the
volume.

14 CH (up/down)

Press to sequentially select the TV
channel and other source input.

15 Number keys
16 TELETEXT

Press to switch from TV/AV to Teletext
mode.
Press again to overlay teletext page
on the TV image.

17 SUBTITLE

Press to select a subtitle language
available for the selected digital TV
programme.

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Teletext and Multimedia

INDEX SIZE HOLD REVEAL

3

5

4

2

1

Teletext

1 Colour buttons (R/G/Y/B)

Operates corresponding button on
the teletext page.

2 INDEX

3 SIZE

4 HOLD

5 REVEAL

No function.

Press once to zoom teletext page
to 2X and view the top part.
Press twice to view the bottom part
of 2X teletext page.
Press again to resume.

Press to pause the current teletext
page.

Press to reveal hidden teletext
information.

Multimedia

2 Previous Track

Press to go to the beginning of a
track, or the previous track.

3 Stop

4 Play/Pause

5 Next track

You may use the left and right

*

The left and right directional keys also

Press to stop playback.

Press to start playing the selected
track, or pause a track if it is already
playing.

Press to skip to the next track if
multiple tracks have been selected.

directional buttons to advance or
rewind in a track. Press the button
again to increase how fast the track
advances.
Press the Play/Pause button to resume
playback.

function as rewind and fast-forward
keys when viewing multimedia files.

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Basic connections

Tuner

Connecting the power cord

1 Connect the AC cord into the AC input on the back of the set.

2 Connect the plug to the wall outlet as shown.

Setting up the remote control

1 Open the cover on the bottom of the remote unit.

2 Insert two AA batteries (supplied) to match the polarity indicated inside the battery

compartment.

Enjoying analog and digital TV

Connecting an antenna/cable

Connect the antenna cable to the appropriate antenna terminal on the back of the TV
set as shown below.

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Getting started watching your TV

1

2

4

1

3

1

Power

Press the power button on the remote control or TV set.

2

Installation Guide

The first time you switch on the TV, you will be asked to select the language and
scan for channels.

Press the OK key to begin the setup process.
Step 1. Select the setup language you prefer.

You can also adjust these settings using the side control panel. Please see "Front
and side panels" on page 5 for details.

Step 2. Please select the correct country for signal reception.
Step 3. Select the correct tuner mode.
Step 4. Ensure that your co-axial cables are connected correctly before proceeding.
Step 5. Scan for digital channels and analog channels.
Step 6. Select
Step 7. Setup is now complete. You are ready to begin watching TV.

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Changing channels

a. Press 0 - 9 on the remote control to select a channel. The channel changes after 2

seconds. Press OK to select the channel immediately.

b. Pressing the channel (

change the channel.

4

Adjusting the volume

Adjust the volume level using the (

Setup may vary due to local broadcast differences.

Home

mode.

CH

) up / down button on the remote control will also

VOL )

up/down button on the remote control.

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Wall mount preparation /

1

2

2

1

3

removing the base

Caution: Disassemble the base carefully otherwise the plastic parts and/or TV

1) Remove the base.

2) Remove the screws from inside the stand.

AT2618MF/AT3218MF

body may be damaged.

AT2628ML/AT3228ML/AT4028ML

3) Assemble the wall mount following the instructions included with the wall mount.

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Connecting external audio/video

for AT2628ML/AT2618MF/AT3218MF

SCART COMPONENT PC IN

SPDIF
OUT

HDMI2

ANT/RF

Y

P

B

PR

L

R

D-SUB AUDIO

RBG

RBG R

W

R

W

COMPONENT

AV AUDIO

D-Sub

D-Sub

VGA

PC-Audio in

PC

HDMI

or

DVD VCR STB

or

SCART

for AT3228ML/AT4028ML

or

DVD VCR STB

or

D-Sub

D-Sub

VGA

PC-Audio in

PC

HDMI

COMPONENT

Y

P

R R L

PC AUDIO

IN

SCART ANT/RF D-SUB

SPDIF

HDMI1USB

HDMI2 COMMON INTERFACEHDMI3

OUT

R B G

RBG

W

R

W

COMPONENT

AV AUDIO

SCART

PB

R

R

devices

Connecting a DVD, VCR, STB or audio/video

equipment

Connect your DVD player, VCR or audio/video equipment using the input ports located at
the rear of your LCD TV as shown below.

Source-in

Green

* Acer recommends the following priority for connection types:
HDMI -> COMPONENT -> AV (SCART).

Yellow

Red

White

Blue

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TV-out

for AT3228ML/AT4028ML

HDMI

COMPONENT

YP

R

R L

PC AUDIO

IN

SCART ANT/RF D-SUB

SPDIF

HDMI1USB

HDMI2 COMMON INTERFACEHDMI3

OUT

R B G

RBG

W

R

W

COMPONENT

AV AUDIO

for AT2628ML/AT2618MF/AT3218MF

SCART COMPONENT PC IN

SPDIF

OUT

HDMI2

ANT/RF

Y

P

B

PR

L

R

D-SUB AUDIO

RBG

RBG R

W

R

W

COMPONENT

AV

AUDIO

HDMI

PB

R

R

SPDIF

for AT3228ML/AT4028ML

COMPONENT

Y

P

R R L

PC AUDIO

IN

SCART ANT/RF D-SUB

SPDIF

HDMI1USB

HDMI2 COMMON INTERFACEHDMI3

OUT

SCART

PB

AV

Recorder

EARPHONE

for AT2628ML/AT2618MF/AT3218MF

SCART COMPONENT PC IN

SPDIF
OUT

HDMI2

ANT/RF

Y

P

B

PR

L

R

D-SUB AUDIO

EARPHONE

SCART

SPDIF

AV

Recorder

Connecting a camera, camcorder or game console

Connect your camera or camcorder to the video/audio ports on the TV set as shown
below.

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Connecting a PC or notebook computer

D-Sub

D-Sub

for AT3228ML/AT4028ML for AT2628ML/AT2618MF/

AT3218MF

D-Sub

D-Sub

To display PC output on your TV, connect your PC or notebook computer to the TV as
shown below.

For VGA connections, Acer recommends setting your PC’s external monitor
resolution to 1920 x 1080 pixels @ 60 Hz refresh rate for AT3218MF/AT3228ML/
AT4028ML and 1366 x 768 pixels @ 60 Hz refresh rate for AT2618MF/AT2628ML.

Connecting a USB storage device

To display multimedia content on your TV, connect the USB device to the TV as shown
below.

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Selecting the input source

SOURCE

Once you have connected your antenna or external equipment to the TV, you need to
select the correct input source.

Press the
down
watch: TV/CMP/AV/VGA/HDMI1/HDMI2/HDMI3 (HDMI3 only for AT3228ML/AT4028ML).

SOURCE

directional keys

button on the remote control to display the Source menu. Use the up/

to navigate the list and press OK to confirm the input you wish to

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Playing multimedia files from a USB
storage device

Connecting a USB storage device

Connect the USB storage device to the USB port on your TV, the TV will enter the media
center menu directly.

Supported file formats:

Photo JPG, JPEG

Music MP3, AC 3, LPCM, ADPCM, AAC, MPEG

Video AVI, MPEG1, MPEG2, H.264 BP/MP/HP, MPEG4 SP/ASP

Note:

Some USB keys and USB products like digital cameras or mobile phones

are not fully compatible with USB 2.0 standard so it may not work with the TV
multimedia player. Not all USB devices are compatible with the multimedia player.

Navigating in the multimedia screen

There are three main areas of the multimedia screen:

a

b

c

a. Media type bar

The top of the screen shows the type of media being viewed:

Photo, Music

or

Video

.

b. Navigation menu

The middle of the screen shows the contents of the USB device. Use the directional keys
and press OK to open a file or folder. Some information of the selected file appears on
the left. Press the

Sort

: sorting files or folders.

Edit

: including the

Parser

: Selecting Recursive to display all the files of the selected media type.

Note:

MENU

button to display the options:

Copy, Paste

Only files that match the selected media type are displayed.

and

Delete

options.

Sort, Edit

and

Parser

.

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Press the

BACK

button to return to the folder that contains the folder being viewed.

c. File option bar

The bottom of the screen shows addition options for the file being viewed, such as volume
level or functions for the buttons on the remote control.

Note:

When playing a file, the top bar will disapper. When playing a movie or
viewing photos, the bottom bar will disappear after a short delay. Press
to display it.

View Photo

Select a picture and press

Play/Pause

or

to pause the display on a specific photo.

OK

to open it. Picture files will be shown in a slideshow. Press OK

MENU

Press the

Press the
left/right to adjust.

To rotate a picture, press OK to pause on the picture and then press
options list. Select

Press

MENU

key to display the information bar at the bottom.

MENU

key again to display the options list and use up/down to select an option and

Rotate

and press OK repeatedly to rotate clockwise.

BACK

to return to the folder navigation list

.

Listen to Music

OK

Select a music file and press OK to open it. Press

Previous (‘Index’)

Press
track in the folder.

Press the

MENU

key to display the options list and use up/down to select an option and

Next (‘Reveal’)

/

to skip to the previous track or advance to the next

Play/Pause

or

MENU

to display the

to pause a track.

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left/right to adjust. The menu includes the
can listen to music with the screen turned off. Press any key to exit the audio only mode.

Press the left and right directional keys to advance or rewind in a track.

BACK

Press

to return to the folder navigation list and preview screen.

Audio Only

option. Select it and press OK, you

Watch video

Select a movie file and press OK to open it. Press OK or

Play/Pause

to pause a movie.

Press the

Press the
and left/right to adjust.

You may use the left and right directional keys to advance or rewind in a movie. Press the
key again to increase how fast the track advances or rewinds.

Press

MENU

key to display the information bar at the bottom.

MENU

key again to diplay the options list and use up/down to select an option

BACK

to return to the folder navigation list and preview screen.

Leaving multimedia storage display

Repeatedly press

Warning: Do not remove the USB storage device while a media file is playing.
Stop playback and switch to a different source before removing the device from
the USB port.

BACK

to exit the USB storage.

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OK

TELETEXT SUBTITLE

OK

Channel controls

Channel list

Channel list allows you to quickly find the TV channel you are searching for.

To open the channel list feature:

1

2

3

Press the OK key on the remote control. This will
bring up the channel list menu.

The current channel will be highlighted.

Use the up/down
list and select the channel you wish to watch.

Use the red key to switch to the tuner mode
selection menu and press up/down to switch
between

Use the yellow key to switch to the channel list
selection menu and press up/down to switch
between the

Use the blue key to exit the list.

Antenna

directional keys

Cable

and

All, TV, Radio

to navigate the

.

Free

and

channel lists.

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Favourite channel list

FAV

BACK

FAV

FAV

OR

The favourite channel list allows you to store your favourite TV channels and flick
between them at the touch of a button.

Viewing your favourite channels

On the remote control, if you press the
will display a list of favourite TV channels. Use the up or
down directional keys to select a channel, and then press

OK

.

To set a favourite channel, follow the steps described on this page.

Storing favourite channels

1

2

3

Press the
up the favourite channel list.

The Favourite list will be shown. Press OK to select,
delete or add a favourite channel.

Press either the
control to exit.

FAV

key on the remote control. This will bring

BACK

key or

FAV

key on the remote

FAV

key, the TV

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GUIDE

d e

a

b

c

Programme information

Press the DISPLAY key once to see information about the current programme (if
available), press twice to see the lower part information and press the third time to see
the channel number and the time only.

a. Programme title

b. Programme schedule

c. Programme summary

d. Subtitle

If ‘STTL’ is displayed press the

e. Audio language

SUBTITLE

key to select an available subtitle.

Electronic programme guide

The electronic programme guide (EPG) is an onscreen service available on digital and
cable TV that provides information about scheduled broadcast programmes on all digital
channels by time, title and channel.

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Guide screen

OK

GUIDE

GUIDE

There are four main areas of the EPG screen:

a

c

b

d

The top of the screen shows the viewing date and the current time.

The section on the left shows all names for digital channels.

The section on the right shows information about programmes for the selected channel:
the start and finish times, any age rating and a summary.

Use the up or down directional keys to switch to the previous or next channel.

Navigating the EPG (for Digital TV mode)

1 Press the

2

GUIDE

key on the remote control.

Use the

OK

directional keys

to select your highlighted option.

to navigate around the EPG menu and press

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OSD navigation

OK

MENU

MENU

Many of the advanced settings and adjustments are available through using the OSD
(onscreen display) menus, as shown in the example screenshot below.

Basic operations required to navigate these menus (Picture, Sound, PAP, Options, USB,
Timer, Lock and Setup) are described in this section.

Navigating the OSD with the remote control

You can also interact with these menus using the right panel controls. Please see
"Front and side panels" on page 5 for details.

There are eight main OSD menus. These are: Picture, Sound, PAP, Options, USB, Timer,
Lock and Setup. Use the following method to navigate these menus.

1

2

3

Press the
button on the control panel.

Select your desired menu by using the up/down and left/right

directional keys

Press OK to enter a menu.

Press

Use the
down directions will scroll through the menu options, while
left/right will adjust the different settings (for example, in the
Picture menu, settings such as Brightness, Contrast, etc.). For
some options with submenu, press OK or right to enter. Press

BACK

MENU

button on the remote control or the

to switch between the eight menus.

MENU

to return to the main menus.

directional keys

to exit.

to interact with the menu. The up /

MENU

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Adjusting the OSD settings

Picture

Picture preset

Brightness
Contrast
Saturation
Sharpness
ECO dynamic back light
Color temperature
Screen mode
Auto format
Advanced video

ECO

50
90

16:9 format

Auto

Normal

On

55
4

The OSD can be used for adjusting the settings of your LCD TV.

Press the
audio settings, channel settings and general settings. For advanced settings, please refer
to the following page:

Adjusting picture quality

Adjusting sound settings

MENU

key to open the OSD. You can use the OSD to adjust the picture quality,

1 Press the

2 Using the directional keys, select

MENU

key to bring up the OSD.

Picture

from the OSD.
Then navigate to the picture element you wish to
adjust.

3 Use the left or right keys to adjust the sliding scales or

select one of the preset picture modes. Press
save and exit.

Picture

4 The

menu can be used to adjust the current

Picture preset, Brightness, Contrast, Saturation
Sharpness, ECO dynamic back light

and other image-

related qualities.

1 Press the

2 Using the directional keys, select

MENU

key to bring up the OSD.

Sound

from the OSD.

Then navigate to the feature you wish to adjust.

3 Use the left or right keys to adjust the sliding scales or

select one of the preset sound modes. Press
save and exit.

4 The Sound menu can also be used to adjust the current

Sound preset, Balance, Wide stereo, Audio delay

other important sound-related settings.

MENU

,

MENU

to

to

and

Adjusting PAP settings

1 Press the

2 Using the directional keys, select

MENU

key to bring up the OSD.

PAP

from the OSD.

3 Use the left/right directional keys to turn on PAP

function.

4 When the PAP is turned on, you can adjust the TV

position: Left or Right.

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Adjusting options settings

Adjusting timer settings

Adjusting lock settings

1 Press the

2 Using the directional keys, select

OSD. Then navigate to the feature you wish to adjust.

3 The

Subtitle, Decoding page language, Digital teletext
language

1 Press the

2 Using the directional keys, select

Then navigate to the feature you wish to adjust.

3 The

Clock

1 Press the

2 Using the directional keys, select

Then navigate to the feature you wish to adjust.

3 The

Parental rating, Input block, Front panel lock

important settings.

MENU

key to bring up the OSD.

Options

Options

menu can be used to adjust the screen

and other important settings.

MENU

key to bring up the OSD.

Timer

Timer

menu can be used to select the

Sleep timer

and

MENU

Lock

menu can be used to adjust the Channel lock,

.

key to bring up the OSD.

Lock

from the

from the OSD.

Time zone,

from the OSD.

and other

Adjusting setup settings

The options available on the OSD may vary depending on the TV signal source
and model. Some digital options may not be available with an analog signal and
vice versa.

1 Press the

2 Using the directional keys, select

Then navigate to the feature you wish to adjust.

3 The

Country, Tuner mode, Channel install

important settings.

MENU

key to bring up the OSD.

Setup

menu can be used to adjust the

Setup

and other

from the OSD.

Language,

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OSD menus

Picture settings

Open the Picture menu as described in the
the following settings:

Picture preset

This TV provides preset viewing modes designed to give you the best picture quality when
watching a particular kind of programme. These provide preset values for brightness,
contrast, hue colour and sharpness. There are pre-defined audio and video settings for
optimal enjoyment of the following viewing modes:

Mode Information

ECO

Vivid

Studio

Personal Personal mode allows you to save your favourite video settings.

Movie

ECO mode allows you to watch your favourite channels while reducing
power requirements.

Vivid mode allows you to watch your favourite channels with brilliant
image via adaptive brightness and contrast adjustments for bright
surroundings.

Studio mode allows you to watch your favourite channels with dark
imagery via adaptive brightness and contrast adjustments.

For comfortably enjoying movies at home, Movie mode displays dim
scenes in clear detail; compensates for colour; and smoothly presents
motion images. This is accomplished through optimal Gamma correction
plus saturation, brightness and contrast adjustments.

OSD navigation

ECO, Vivid, Studio, Personal, Movie

section. This menu provides

.

Brightness

Change the brightness of the image.

Contrast

Change the contrast of the image.

Saturation

Change the colour depth of the image.

Sharpness

Change the sharpness of the image.

ECO dynamic back light

This setting adjusts the power saving mode. You can set it to Auto, High, Middle and Low
depending on your preference.

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Color temperature

This setting adjusts the color temperature of the image. You can set it to

Cool

depending on your preference.

Screen mode

This setting adjusts the screen mode of the image. You can set it to

Zoom, 16:9 Zoom, 16:9 Zoom up, Wide Zoom, Zoom 2, 16:9 format

depending on your preference.

Auto format

Turn on or off auto format function.

Advanced video

This setting adjusts the video quality.

Sound settings

Normal, Warm

Cinerama, 14:9

4:3

and

format

modes

,

Open the Sound menu as described in the
the following settings:

OSD navigation

section. This menu provides

Sound preset

This TV provides preset audio modes designed to give you the best sound quality when
listening to a particular kind of programme. These provide preset values for treble
and bass. There are pre-defined audio and video settings for optimal enjoyment of the
following scenarios:
Soft mode accentuates symphonic harmonies and the tenor audio range.

Rock, Pop, Live, Dance, Techno, Classic, Soft, Personal

. For example,

Balance

Change the balance between the left and right speakers.

Audio delay

Play it back after a period of time to create the sound of a repeating.

Wide stereo

Turn wide stereo on to add virtual surround sound.

Auto volume control

You can set it to control the volume of programme.

Sound type

Select a sound type available for the selected analog programme.

Audio language

Select an audio language available for the selected digtal programme.

Type

Select to active Visually Impaired options.

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Visually impaired

Set overall volume and if Visually Impaired mode uses speakers, headphones or both.

PAP function

Open the
following settings:

PAP

menu as described in the OSD navigation section. This menu provides the

PAP

Turn the PAP function on or off. When PAP function is turned on, you can display the
pictures from different source inputs side by side. Note that one window is for analogue
or digital TV inputs, the other is for VGA, HDMI or CMP inputs.

Note: this PAP function is not available for AV inputs.

TV position

Select the position for TV input window, left or right.

You can toggle the focus window by pressing the left/right directional keys. When focus
in TV input window, the digit keys and CH+/- keys work in TV input window. When focus
in the other window, CH+/- keys can change available extension sources.

Options settings

Open the Options menu as described in the OSD navigation section. This menu provides
the following settings:

Subtitle

Use these settings to adjust subtitles.

Subtitle

Turn on or off subtitles.

Digital subtitle language

Select a language as your preferred subtitle language.

Digital subtitle language 2nd

Select a language as your secondary subtitle language.

Subtitle type

You can choose between normal subtitles and subtitles for the hearing impaired, when
these are available.

Decoding page language

Select the type of language used for teletext pages.

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Digital Teletext language

Select the primary language used for digital teletext pages.

SPDIF type

Select a proper sound type for the current programme to output sound to the auido device
connected through the SPDIF output terminal. The options you may choose depend on the
programme you are watching. If the programme outputs sound in Dolby D format, you can
select Dolby D or PCM. If the programme does not output sound in Dolby D format, you can

select PCM only, otherwise no sound output. You can select Off to turn off the sound output.

SPDIF delay

If PCM is selected for SPDIF type, you can adjust the delay time to synchronize the sound with
the image at this option.

Clear.fi link

Search for CEC (Consumer Electronics Control) devices connected to the HDMI ports on your
TV. CEC allows you to control several devices with a single remote control.

Network update

Turn on or off network update function.

Common interface

Displays information about any card installed in the common interface slot. You have to
switch off the TV before inserting a card. Be sure to insert the card gently and push it in as
far as it will go. Wrong insertion may damage both the card and your TV.

Location

Select your location:

Note: In Home mode, the TV will automatically enter Standby mode if there are no
operations performed for more than four hours.

Home

or

Shop

.

Software update

Current version

Display the current version of the software.

Product name

Display the model number.

(over air download)

OAD

Enable you to install the lastest version of the software if availalbe. Press OK to enter the
setup menu. Select
software. Press

Auto download

Select
select No to decline the automatic download.

Manual OAD download

OK/BACK

to cancel or exit the process.

and press left/right to select

and press OK to start manual scanning the latest

Yes

to execute the automatic download or

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Timer settings

Open the Timer menu as described in the OSD navigation section. This menu provides the
following settings:

Time zone

Select a time zone.

Clock

Auto synchronization

Turn on auto synchronization and the TV will detect the time from digital channels.

Date

If auto synchronization is turned off, you can set the date manually.

Time

If auto synchronization is turned off, you can set the time manually.

Power on timer

If this is on, the TV will power on at the set time and on the set channel or last source.

Power off timer

If this is on, the TV will power off at the set time.

Sleep timer

Set a time for sleep timer or turn off sleep timer.

Lock settings

Open the Lock menu as described in the
enter a password and effectively stop anyone without the password from watching TV. The
default password is 1234. If you forget your code, use the super password 0423 to overide
any existing codes.

This menu provides the following settings:

OSD

navigation section. Lock menu allows you to

Channel lock

Press OK or right to see the list of channels. Use the up and down directional keys to select
the channel to block and then press OK to lock. Press the OK again to unblock a channel.

When viewing channels, if a blocked channel is selected the TV will ask for your password.
Enter your password to view the channel.

Parental rating

Most digital TV allows you to block content according to rating systems. The rating system
used is dependent on region, and is only available on digital channels. Analog channels will
not be blocked with this option.

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Input lock

Press OK to see the list of input sources (AV, HDMI, etc.). Use the up and down directional
keys to select the input source to block and then press OK to lock. Press the OK again to
unblock an input source.

Front panel lock

Lock or unlock the keys on the side panel.

Installation lock

Lock or unlock the setup menu.

Max volume

Set a maximum volume.

Change password

You can change the default password to a 4-digit code of your choice. If you are using the
parental controls, then we recommend you change the password periodically.

Clean all

Return all parental settings to default values, removing any changes.

Set up the TV

Open the Setup menu as described in the
following settings:

OSD

navigation section. This menu provides the

Language

Use these settings to adjust language.

Country

Select the country you live in to scan for the correct signals.

Tuner mode

Select a tuner mode:

Antenna

or

Cable

.

Channel install

Automatic search

Automatic search allows you to scan for channels. If you completed the setup wizard the first
time you turned on your TV, all available channels are listed.
Wait until the scan has finished; this will take several minutes. During the scanning process,

MENU

press

Automatic update

If the tuner mode is
channels.

or

BACK

to abort halfway with all searched channels saved.

Antenna

, you can use

Automatic

update to scan for new or deleted

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Analog manual scan

You can manually scan an analog channel by adjusting the settings here.

Digital manual scan

You can manually add a channel by adjusting the settings here.

Clean channel list

You can manually clean all channels you set here.

Organiser

You can use these settings to skip channels, change a channels’ number and name or sort
channels.

Input settings

Select a type of apparatus for each connector with equipment connected.

Decode

Use the up/down directional keys to select an analog channel and press OK to decode.

Diagnostics

Display signal information about the current digital channel.

Time shift

Turn the Time shift feature on or off.

Reset shop

Allow you to reset the TV to factory default settings. You have to enter a correct password to
reset all settings. After resetting the initial setup menu will appear.

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Special functions

Before you use the Time shift or PVR functions, connect a USB storage device to the TV.

Time shift

This allows you to record TV programs so that you won’t miss your favorite moments, even if you go out
Before using the Time shift function, you must connect and set up a USB storage device.

Press the
the time shift menu, and then use the remote control to perform the functions shown on screen.

The first time you use time shifting, follow the instructions to set up your USB storage device.

Notes:

1) It is recommended you use a USB device with more than 1 GB unused free space and a read/write speed

2) If you switch channel while using time shifting, a message will ask you to confirm that you want to stop

PVR(Personal Video Record)

This allows you to record your favorite programs.

Press the
button to start recording. The recorded file can be accessed in the video section of the

center

Use the remote control to perform the functions shown on screen; use the directional keys to
set the recording duration.

Notes:

1) This function is only available for digital channels.

2) This function requires a USB memory device that uses the FAT32 file format.

3) If you switch channels or input source, a message will ask you to confirm that you want to stop the PVR
function. Select Yes to exit PVR and save all data recorded so far.

4) Recording duration ranges from 2 minutes to 5 hours depending on the USB storage.

5) The PVR function cannot be used with a CI+ card.

6) Due to specific country requirements, the PVR function is not available in Finland.

HOLD

button on the remote control to display the time shift menu. Press the red button to enter

greater than 5.0 Mb/sec.

time shifting.

SIZE

button on the remote control to display the PVR menu; then press the red

. The file is saved in the

PVR

folder, named after the channel number.

Media

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Troubleshooting

Before you call the Acer service center, please check the following items:

Here is a list of possible situations that may arise during the use of your LCD TV. Easy
answers and solutions are provided for each.

There is no picture or sound

• Makesurethepowercordisproperlyinsertedinthepoweroutlet.

• Makesuretheinputmodeiscorrectlysetbyyourselectedinput.

• MakesuretheantennaattherearoftheTVisproperlyconnected.

• Makesurethemainpowerswitchisturnedon.

• Makesurethevolumeisnotsettominimumorthesoundisnotsettomute.

• Makesuretheheadphonesarenotconnected.

• Receptionotherthanthoseofbroadcastingstationscanbeconsidered.

Picture is not clear

• Makesuretheantennacableisproperlyconnected.

• ConsiderwhetheryourTVsignalisbeingproperlyreceived.

• PoorpicturequalitycanoccurduetoaVHScamera,camcorder,orotherperipheral

being connected at the same time. Switch off one of the other peripherals.

• The'ghost'ordoubleimagemaybecausedbyobstructiontotheantennadueto

high-rise buildings or hills. Using a highly directional antenna may improve the
picture quality.

• Thehorizontaldottedlinesshownonthepicturesmaybecausedbyelectrical

interference, e.g., hair dryer, nearby neon lights, etc. Turn off or remove these.

Picture is too dark, too light or tinted

• Checkthecolouradjustment.

• Checkthebrightnesssetting.

• Checkthesharpnessfunction.

• Thefluorescentlampmayhavereachedtheendofitsservicelife.

Remote control does not work

• Checkthebatteriesoftheremotecontrol.

• Makesuretheremotesensorwindowisnotunderstrongfluorescentlighting.

• TrytocleantheremotecontrolsensorlensontheTVwithasoftcloth.

• Usethebuttons(hotkeys)ontheTVbeforetheremotecontrolworks.

If the above suggestions do not solve your technical issue, please refer to the warranty
card for service information.

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PC input signal reference chart

AT2628ML & AT2618MF

Item Resolution Frequency (Hz)

1 640 x 480 60

2 640 x 480 75

3 800 x 600 60

4 800 x 600 75

5 1024 x 768 60

6 1024 x 768 75

7 1366 x 768 60

AT3228ML & AT4028ML & AT3218MF

Item Resolution Frequency (Hz)

1 640 x 480 60

2 640 x 480 75

3 800 x 600 60

4 800 x 600 75

5 1024 x 768 60

6 1024 x 768 75

7 1280 x 1024 60

8 1280 x 1024 75

9 1600 x 1200 60

10 1366 x 768 60

11 1920 x 1080 60

PC input does not support Sync on Green, Composite Sync or interlaced signals.

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Product specifications

Model AT2628ML AT3228ML AT4028ML

Panel spec

Resolution (pixels) 1366 x 768 1920 x 1080

Brightness (typ.) 350 cd/m2 400 cd/m2
Dynamic Contrast Ratio

(max.)
Viewing angle (typ.) 89°(H), 89°(V)
Response (typ.) 6.5 ms 8 ms

Power supply

Input 220 Vac to 240 VAC, 50 Hz
Max. power consumption 43 W 70 W 110 W
Power saving <0.5 W <0.3 W

Mechanical

Dimensions (W x H x D mm)
Weight (kg) 6.55 9.7 15.1
Weight (lbs.) 14.5 21.3 33.3
Gross weight (kg) 8.18 11.5 18.1
Gross weight (lbs.) 18.03 25.3 39.9
Wall-mounting holes VESA,

Analog TV system

Colour system PAL, SECAM
Sound system B/G/D/K/I/L
Stereo system NICAM/A2

Subtitle Teletext 1.5 (1000 pages)

Digital TV system

Digital TV standard DVB-T HD (H.264)/DVB-C
Sound system PCM/ MPEG ( Layer I & II ), HE-AAC

Frequency 7/8 MHz

3000:1 4000:1

645.2 x 462.6 x 155 764 x 538 x 183

VESA,

100mm x 100mm

200mm x 100mm

Dolby Digital/Dolby Digital plus

951.3 x 655.4 x 231

VESA,

400mm x 400mm

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Model AT2628ML AT3228ML AT4028ML

Terminal

Analog/Digital Tuner In Hybrid
SCART CVBS (In), RGB (In), Audio R/L (In/Out)

ATV/DTV CVBS out
Component in YPbPr, Audio (R/L)
HDMI 1 Yes (HDMI 1.3)
HDMI 2 Yes (HDMI 1.3)
HDMI 3 No Yes (HDMI 1.3)
PC D-sub in Yes
PC audio in Yes
SPDIF out Yes (Coxial) Yes (Optical)
Headphone out Yes
USB Port Yes

HDMI 480i/p, 576i/p, 720p, 1080i, 1080p

Speakers 3W x 2 5W x 2

Photo JPG, JPEG
Audio MP3, AC3, LPCM, ADPCM, AAC, MPEG
Video MPEG1, MPEG2/H.264 BP/MP/HP, MPEG4 SP/ASP

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Model AT2618MF AT3218MF

Panel spec

Resolution (pixels) 1366 x 768 1920 x 1080

Brightness (typ.) 450 cd/m2 400 cd/m2
Dynamic Contrast Ratio

(max.)
Viewing angle (typ.) 89° (H), 89° (V)
Response (typ.) 8 ms 6.5 ms

Power supply

Input 220 Vac to 240 VAC, 50 Hz
Max. power consumption 80 W 110 W
Power saving <0.5 W

Mechanical

Dimensions (W x H x D mm) 656 x 483 x 165 785 x 575 x 196
Weight (kg) 6.9 9.74
Weight (lbs.) 15.18 21.43
Gross weight (kg) 8.7 12.2
Gross weight (lbs.) 19.14 26.8
Wall-mounting holes VESA, 100 mm x 100 mm VESA, 200 mm x 100 mm

Analog TV system

Colour system PAL, SECAM
Sound system B / G / D / K / I / L
Stereo system NICAM / A2

Subtitle Teletext 1.5 (1000 pages)

Digital TV system

Digital TV standard DVB-T HD (H.264) / DVB-C
Sound system PCM/ MPEG (Layer I & II), HE-AAC

Frequency 7/8 MHz

4000:1 5000:1

Dolby Digital / Dolby Digital plus

Model AT2618MF AT3218MF

Terminal

Analog/Digital Tuner In Hybrid

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SCART CVBS (In), RGB (In), Audio R/L (In/Out),

ATV/DTV CVBS out
Component in YPbPr, Audio (R/L)
AV-in CVBS, Audio (R/L)
HDMI 1 Yes (HDMI 1.3)
HDMI 2 Yes (HDMI 1.3)
PC D-sub in Yes
PC audio in Yes
SPDIF out Yes (Coxial)
Headphone out Yes
USB Port Yes

HDMI 480i/p, 576i/p, 720p, 1080i, 1080p

Speakers 3W x 2 5W x 2

Photo JPG, JPEG
Audio MP3, AC3, LPCM, ADPCM, AAC, MPEG
Video MPEG1, MPEG2, H.264 BP/MP/HP, MPEG4 SP/ASP

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