Sceptre Technologies X22 User Manual
Dear Sceptre Customer,
Congratulations on your new SCEPTRE X22 LCD 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 X22 LCD
monitor.
For technical assistance, please call 1800-788-2878 and
select option 3 or email our tech support group at
monitor-ts@sceptre.com.
For all other inquiries, please call 1800-788-2878 and select
option 4 or email our customer service group at
cs@sceptre.com.
We recommend you register your SCEPTRE X22 LCD 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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Important Information
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Tips and Safety Precautions
THIS PRODUCT HAS BEEN TESTED FOR COMPLIANCE WITH
REGULATORY SAFETY CERTIFICATIONS
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 X22 LCD MONITOR.
• Unplug the power cord before cleaning the X22 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 X22 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 X22 LCD MONITOR immediately after this to avoid
causing fire, electric shock or component damage.
• Do not place the X22 LCD MONITOR on an unstable cart, stand, or table.
If the X22 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 X22 LCD MONITOR.
• Any heat source should maintain a distance of at least 5 feet away from
the X22 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 X22 LCD MONITOR and
to protect it from overheating, be sure these openings are not blocked or
covered. Do not place the X22 LCD MONITOR in a bookcase or cabinet
unless proper ventilation is provided.
• It is not recommended to use the X22 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 X22 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 X22 LCD MONITOR.
• The X22 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.
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• The X22 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 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 X22 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:
o The power connector fails or frays.
o Liquid sprays or any object drops into the X22 LCD MONITOR.
o The Display is exposed to rain or other moisture.
o The Display is dropped or damaged in any way.
o The 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………………………………………………………………. 2
Tips and Safety Precautions……………………………………………………… .3
Table of Content……………………………………………………………………..5
Opening the Package……………………………………………………………… 6
Package Contents………………………………………………………………..... 6
Optional Accessories………………………………………………………………. 6
Installing the Base………………………………………………………………….. 7
QUICK START……………………………………………………………………… 8
Mounting Preparations…………………………………………………………….. 9
Identifying Front and Rear Panel…………………………………………………11
Front View………………………………………………………………….. 11
Side View Control Buttons……………………………………………….. 12
Side View Tilt Angle………………………………………………………. 13
Rear View………………………………………………………………….. 14
Rear View Connections…………………………………………………... 15
Understanding Your Cables & Connections……………………………. 16
Connecting the LCD to Your PC…………………………….…………………... 17
If You Have DVI Connection on Your Video Card……………………... 17
If You Have VGA Connection on Your Video Card…………………….. 18
Connecting the LCD to Your Video Device…………………………………….. 19
If You Have HDMI Connection on Your DVD Player…………………...19
If You Have HDMI Connection on Your HD Box………………………. 20
If You Have HDMI Connection on PlayStation® 3…………………….. 21
If You Have VGA Connection on Xbox 360™………………………….. 22
On Screen Display (OSD) Menu………………………………………………… 23
AUTO ADJUST……………………………………………………………. 23
LUMINANCE………………………………………………………………. 24
GEOMETRY………………………………………………………………. 25
COLOR…………………………………………………………………….. 27
VOLUME…………………………………………………………………… 28
OSD………………………………………………………………………… 29
LANGUAGE……………………………………………………………….. 29
RECALL……………………………………………………………………. 30
MISCELLANEOUS……………………………………………………….. 31
EXIT………………………………………………………………………… 32
Supported PC Resolution…………………………………………………………32
Supported Video Resolution…………………………………………………….. 33
Troubleshooting…………………………………………………………………… 34
How do I clean the LCD?............................................................................... 37
Specification……………………………………………………………………….. 38
Call Us If You Need Help!............................................................................... 40
LIMITED PRODUCT WARRANTY……………………………………………… 41
Disclaimer & Copyright Information……………………………………………...43
FCC Compliance Statement……………………………………………………... 44
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Opening the Package
The SCEPTRE X22 is packaged in a carton together with standard
accessories. The weight of the LCD display is approximately 15.2 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
Monitor Display x 1
User Manual x 1
Warranty Card x 1
Power Cord x 1
VGA Cable x 1
3.5 mm Jack Audio Cable x 1 (for Line In to PC)
Optional Accessories
DVI Cable
HDMI – DVI Video Conversion Cable
Female RCA Audio – 3.5mm Mini-jack Conversion Cable
You can order the optional accessories from Sceptre Inc. directly. Please
contact Sceptre customer service for further instructions.
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Installing the Base
1. Please place the base on a flat surface (i.e. table).
2. Hold the monitor directly 90 degrees above the base.
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3. Connect the monitor to the base by inserting the monitor
into the base.
QUICK START
The following are short steps to connect and use the monitor with your PC
under Microsoft Windows.
1. After you have installed the base, connect your VGA 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.
4. Click on the SETTINGS tab.
5. Under SETTINGS change your resolution to 1680 x 1050 and click on
APPLY.
6. Click on ADVANCED button, and then click on MONITOR tab.
7. Under MONITOR make sure your refresh rate is set to 60 Hz.
8. Click on OK on all windows to exit.
9. On the monitor, press the MENU button to bring up the OSD.
10. Use the
11. Reboot your computer and when Windows finishes loading; your monitor
+ and – buttons to navigate to Auto Adjust. Press the MENU
button to use Auto Adjust.
is ready for use.
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Mounting Preparations
1. Place the monitor on a flat surface with cloth so the bezel
does not get scratched.
2. Please remove the label sticker that covers the screws
you need to remove.
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3. Unscrew the 4 screws that lock the arm to the monitor.
4. Once the 4 screws are removed, the stand will come off
and the monitor will be ready for mounting.
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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 1680 x 1050 at 60 Hz refresh rate.
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Side View Control Buttons
POWER – This button turns the monitor ON or OFF.
ADJUST + / SCROLL UP
as a navigation button moving your selection to the next one. If
you entered the function this button acts as the increase
adjustment button. With the OSD off, this buttons functions
as the hotkey for adjusting BRIGHTNESS. Use the ▲ and
▼ key to adjust the actual value.
MENU / ENTER – This button opens the On Screen Display
(OSD) Menu. While in the OSD, this button also acts as the
ENTER button and goes into the function you want to adjust.
While adjusting the actual value of options, press this button
again to exit.
ADJUST – / SCROLL DOWN
acts as a navigation button moving your selection to the
previous one. If you entered the function this button acts as the
decrease adjustment button. With the OSD off, this buttons
functions as the hotkey for adjusting VOLUME. Use the ▲
and ▼ key to adjust the actual value.
SOURCE
monitor between VGA and DVI.
– This button allows you choose the source of the
– While in the OSD this button acts
– While in the OSD this button
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Side View Tilt Angle
The LCD Monitor’s angle settings range from 0° to 12°.
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Rear View
Mounting Specification : 100mm x 100mm using screw size
M4. Length of screw should not exceed 10mm.
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