Acer SA220Q, SA270, SA240Y, SA230 User Manual

Acer LCD Monitor

User Guide

Copyright © 2016. Acer Incorporated.
All Rights Reserved.

Acer LCD Monitor User Guide
Original Issue: 07/2016

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Changes may be made periodically to the information in this publication without obligation to notify
any person of such revisions or changes. Such changes will be incorporated in new editions of this
manual or supplementary documents and publications. This company makes no representations or
warranties, either expressed or implied, with respect to the contents hereof and specifically disclaims
the implied warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose.

Record the model number, serial number, purchase date and place of purchase information in the
space provided below. The serial number and model number are recorded on the label affixed to
your computer. All correspondence concerning your unit should include the serial number, model
number and purchase information.

No part of this publication may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted, in any
form or by any means, electronically, mechanically, by photocopy, recording or otherwise, without
the prior written permission of Acer Incorporated.

Acer LCD Monitor User Guide

Model number: __________________________________

Serial number: ___________________________________

Date of purchase: ________________________________

Place of purchase: ________________________________

Acer and the Acer logo are registered trademarks of Acer Incorporated. Other companies’ product
names or trademarks are used herein for identification purposes only and belong to their respective
companies.

Special notes on LCD monitors

The following are normal with the 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.

• You may find slightly uneven brightness on the screen depending on the desktop

pattern you use.

• The LCD screen has 99.99% or more effective pixels. It may include blemishes of

0.01% or less such as a missing pixel or pixel lit all the time.

• Due to the nature of the LCD screen, an afterimage of the previous screen may

remain after switching the image, when the same image is displayed for hours. In this
case, the screen is recovered slowly by changing the image or turning off the power
switch for a few hours.

Information for your safety and
comfort

Safety instructions

Read these instructions carefully. Keep this document for future reference. Follow all
warnings and instructions marked on the product.

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Cleaning your monitor

Please carefully follow these guidelines when cleaning the monitor:

• Always unplug the monitor before cleaning.

• Use a soft cloth to wipe the screen and cabinet front and sides.

Connecting/disconnecting the device

Observe the following guidelines when connecting and disconnecting power from the
LCD monitor:

• Make sure the monitor is attached to its base before connecting the power cord to
the AC power outlet.

• Make sure both the LCD monitor and the computer are turned off before
connecting any cable or unplugging the power cord.

• If the system has multiple sources of power, disconnect power from the system by
unplugging all power cords from the power supplies.

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Accessibility

Be sure that the power outlet you plug the power cord into is easily accessible and
located as close to the equipment operator as possible. When you need to disconnect
power from the equipment, be sure to unplug the power cord from the electrical outlet.

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Safe listening

To protect your hearing, follow these instructions.

• Gradually increase the volume until you can hear it clearly and comfortably and

without distortion.

• After setting the volume level, do not increase it after your ears have adjusted.

• Limit the amount of time listening to music at high volume.

• Avoid turning up the volume to block out noisy surroundings.

• Turn the volume down if you can’t hear people speaking near you.

Warnings

• Do not use this product near water.

• Do not place this product on an unstable cart, stand or table. If the product falls, it

could be seriously damaged.

• Slots and openings are provided for ventilation to ensure reliable operation of the

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.

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

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

• To avoid damage of internal components and to prevent battery leakage, do not

place the product on a vibrating surface.

• Never use it under sporting, exercising, or any vibrating environment which will

probably cause unexpected short current or damage internal devices.

Using electrical power

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

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

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

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people will walk on the cord.

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

• Do not overload a power outlet, strip or receptacle by plugging in too many devices.
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’s input rating.

• This product’s power cord is equipped with a three-wire grounded plug. The

plug only fits in a grounded power outlet. Make sure the power outlet is properly
grounded before inserting the power cord plug. Do not insert the plug into a non­grounded power outlet. Contact your electrician for details.

Warning! The grounding pin is a safety feature. Using a power
outlet that is not properly grounded may result in electric
shock and/or injury.

Note: The grounding pin also provides good protection from

unexpected noise produced by other nearby electrical devices that
may interfere with the performance of this product.

• Use the product only with the supplied power supply cord set. If you need to
replace the power cord set, make sure that the new power cord meets the following
requirements: detachable type, UL listed/CSA certified, type SPT-2, rated 7 A 125 V
minimum, VDE approved or its equivalent, 4.6 meters (15 feet) maximum length.

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Product servicing

Do not attempt to service this product yourself, as opening or removing covers may
expose you to dangerous voltage points or other risks. Refer all servicing to qualified
service personnel.

Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service
personnel when:

• the power cord or plug is damaged, cut or frayed

• liquid was spilled into the product

• the product was exposed to rain or water

• the product has been dropped or the case has been damaged

• the product exhibits a distinct change in performance, indicating a need for service

• the product does not operate normally after following the operating instructions

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Note: Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating
instructions, since improper adjustment of other controls may result

in damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified
technician to restore the product to normal condition.

Potentially explosive environments

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Switch off your device in any area with a potentially explosive atmosphere and obey all
signs and instructions. Potentially explosive atmospheres include areas where you would
normally be advised to turn off your vehicle engine. Sparks in such areas could cause

an explosion or fire resulting in bodily injury or even death. Switch off the device near

gas pumps at service stations. Observe restrictions on the use of radio equipment in fuel
depots, storage and distribution areas; chemical plants; or where blasting operations are
in progress. Areas with a potentially explosive atmosphere are often, but not always,
marked. They include below deck on boats, chemical transfer or storage facilities,
vehicles using liquefied petroleum gas (such as propane or butane), and areas where the
air contains chemicals or particles such as grain, dust or metal powders.

Additional safety information

Your device and its enhancements may contain small parts. Keep them out of the reach

of small children.

IT Equipment Recycling Information

Acer is strongly committed to environmental protection and views recycling, in the form
of salvaging and disposal of used equipment, as one of the company’s top priorities in
minimizing the burden placed on the environment.

We at Acer are very conscious of the environmental effects of our business and strive to
identify and provide the best working procedures to reduce the environmental impact
of our products.

For more information and help when recycling, please go to this website:

http://www.acer-group.com/public/Sustainability/sustainability

Visit www.acer-group.com for further information on the features and benefits of our
other products.

Disposal instructions

Do not throw this electronic device into the trash when discarding.
To minimize pollution and ensure utmost protection of the global
environment, please recycle. For more information on the Waste
from Electrical and Electronics Equipment (WEEE) regulations, visit
http://www.acer-group.com/public/Sustainability/sustainability

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LCD pixel statement

The LCD unit is produced with high-precision manufacturing techniques. Nevertheless,
some pixels may occasionally misfire or appear as black or red dots. This has no effect on
the recorded image and does not constitute a malfunction.

This product has been shipped enabled for power management:

• Activate display’s Sleep mode within 5 minutes of user inactivity.

• Wake the monitor when it is in Active Off mode, move the mouse or press any

keyboard key.

Tips and information for comfortable use

Computer users may complain of eyestrain and headaches after prolonged use. Users are

also at risk of physical injury after long hours of working in front of a computer. Long

work periods, bad posture, poor work habits, stress, inadequate working conditions,

personal health and other factors greatly increase the risk of physical injury.

Incorrect computer usage may lead to carpal tunnel syndrome, tendonitis, tenosynovitis
or other musculoskeletal disorders. The following symptoms may appear in the hands,
wrists, arms, shoulders, neck or back:

• numbness, or a burning or tingling sensation

• aching, soreness or tenderness

• pain, swelling or throbbing

• stiffness or tightness

• coldness or weakness

If you have these symptoms, or any other recurring or persistent discomfort and/or pain
related to computer use, consult a physician immediately and inform your company’s
health and safety department.

The following section provides tips for more comfortable computer use.

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Finding your comfort zone

Find your comfort zone by adjusting the viewing angle of the monitor, using a footrest,

or raising your sitting height to achieve maximum comfort. Observe the following tips:

• refrain from staying too long in one fixed posture

• avoid slouching forward and/or leaning backward

• stand up and walk around regularly to remove the strain on your leg muscles

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Taking care of your vision

Long viewing hours, wearing incorrect glasses or contact lenses, glare, excessive room
lighting, poorly focused screens, very small typefaces and low-contrast displays could
stress your eyes. The following sections provide suggestions on how to reduce eyestrain.

Eyes

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• Rest your eyes frequently.

• Give your eyes regular breaks by looking away from the monitor and focusing on a

distant point.

• Blink frequently to keep your eyes from drying out.

Display

• Keep your display clean.

• Keep your head at a higher level than the top edge of the display so your eyes point

downward when looking at the middle of the display.

• Adjust the display brightness and/or contrast to a comfortable level for enhanced

text readability and graphics clarity.

• Eliminate glare and reflections by:

• placing your display in such a way that the side faces the window or any light

source

• minimizing room light by using drapes, shades or blinds

• using a task light

• changing the display’s viewing angle

• using a glare-reduction filter

• using a display visor, such as a piece of cardboard extended from the display’s top

front edge

• Avoid adjusting your display to an awkward viewing angle.

• Avoid looking at bright light sources, such as open windows, for extended periods of

time.

Developing good work habits

Develop the following work habits to make your computer use more relaxing and
productive:

• Take short breaks regularly and often.

• Perform some stretching exercises.

• Breathe fresh air as often as possible.

• Exercise regularly and maintain a healthy body.

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Acer Incorporated

New Taipei City 221, Taiwan

8F, 88, Sec. 1, Xintai 5th Rd., Xizhi

Declaration of Conformity

We,

Acer Incorporated
8F, 88, Sec. 1, Xintai 5th Rd., Xizhi, New Taipei City 221, Taiwan

And,

Acer Italy s.r.l.

Via Lepetit, 40, 20020 Lainate (MI) Italy

Tel: [phone] ,Fax: [phone]
www.acer.it

Product: LCD Monitor
Trade Name: ACER
Model Number:
SKU Number:

We, Acer Incorporated, hereby declare under our sole responsibility that the product described above is in

SA220Q/SA230/SA240Y/SA270
SA220Q/SA230/SA240Y/SA270

(“x” = 0~9, a ~ z, A ~ Z, or blank)

conformity with the relevant Union harmonization legislations as below Directive and following harmonized
standards and/or other relevant standards have been applied:

EMC Directive: 2014/30/EU

EN 55022:2010+AC:2011 Class B
EN 61000-3-2:2006+A2:2009 Class D

LVD Directive: 2014/35/EU

EN 60950-1:2006/A11:2009/A1:2010/A12:2011/A2:2013

RoHS Directive: 2011/65/EU

EN 50581:2012

ErP Directive: 2009/125/EC

Regulation (EC) No. 1275/ 2008; EN 50564:2011

Year to begin affixing CE marking: 2016.

_______________________________

RU Jan / Sr. Manager
Acer Incorporated (Taipei, Taiwan)

xxxxxx;

EN 55024:2010
EN 61000-3-3:2013

July.29 ,

2016

Date