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28 inch Wide Screen
TFT LCD Monitor
HG281
USER’S MANUAL
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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. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate
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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. Products certified to TCO´06 Media Displays are specif
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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. On the contrary, other material can be classified to hazardous and poisoned substances. We strongly encourage you to
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User’s Manual TABLE OF CONTENTS SAFETY NOTICE ........................................................................................... 6 PRECAUTIONS......................................................................................... 6 SPECIAL NOTES ON LCD MONITORS ................................................... 7 BEFORE YOU OPERATE THE MONITOR.................................................... 8 FEATURES ......................................................................
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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. 3. The manufacturer is not responsible for any radio or TV interference caused by unauthorized modification to this equipment. It is the responsibilities of the user to correct such interferenc
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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. • You may find slightly uneven brightness on the screen depending on the desktop pattern you use. • The LCD screen has effective pixels of 99.99% or more. It may include blemishes of
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User’s Manual BEFORE YOU OPERATE 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 CHECKING THE CONTENTS OF THE PACKAGE The product package should include the following items: LCD Monitor Cables and User manual Power Cord VGA Cable Audio Cable HDMI to DVI-D Cable D-sub to YPbPr Cable 3.5mm Mini J
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User’s Manual POWER POWER SOURCE 1. Make sure that the power cord is the correct type required in your area. 2. This LCD monitor has an Internal universal power supply that allows operation in either 100/120V AC or 220/240V AC voltage area (No user adjustment is required.) 3. Connect the AC-power cord one end to your LCD monitor’s AC-input socket, the other end to wall-outlet . MAKING CONNECTIONS CONNECTING TO A PC: Turn off your computer before performing the procedure
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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. 2. Connect the Y (green) connector on the D-sub to YPbPr adapter cable to the Y output connector on the A/V device. 3. Connect the Pb (blue) connector on the D-sub to YPbPr adapter cable to the Pb/Cb output connector on the A/V
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User’s Manual ADJUSTING THE VIEWING ANGLE 1. For optimal viewing it is recommended to look at the full face of the monitor, then adjust the monitor’s angle to your own preference. 2. Hold the stand so you do not topple the monitor when you change the monitor’s angle. 3. You may adjust the monitor for a viewing angle of 0° to 20° vertically and 0° to 30° horizontally. Monitor Angle Figure.4. NOTES: • Do not touch the LCD screen with your hand when adjusting the viewing an
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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 right side of the monitor (See Figure 5). By changing these settings, the picture can be adjusted to your personal preferences. • The power cord should be connected. • Connect the Signal cable from the monitor to the VGA card. • Press the power button to turn on the monitor. The power indicator will light up. Figure.5
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User’s Manual CONTROL PANEL BUTTON FUNCTIONS • Power Button: Press this button to switch ON/OFF of monitor’s power. • Power Indicator: Blue — Power On mode. Orange — Power Saving mode. • MENU / ENTER: 1. Activates the OSD menu or confirms adjustments to settings. 2. Exit OSD volume display when in volume OSD status. • Volume ▲/▼: 1. Activates the volume control when the OSD is OFF. 2. Navigate through adjustment icons when OSD is ON or adjust a function when function is
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User’s Manual HOW TO ADJUST A SETTING Main Menu Main Menu FUNCTION DESCRIPTION Select the 「Brightness」 option on the 「Main Menu」 . Enter the option by Brightness pressing the 「Menu」 button again, and adjust the level. Select the「Contrast」option on the「Main Menu」. Enter the option by Contrast pressing the 「Menu」 button again, and adjust the level. Select the「Image Setting」on the「Main Menu」, and then enter the Image Setting option. Select the「Color Setting」option on the 「Main Me
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User’s Manual Phase Select the「Phase Adjustment」option to reduce the horizontal flicker of Adjustment characters on the screen. Enter the option and adjust the level. Exit Exit the OSD menu function. C Co ollo or r S Se et tt tiin ng g FUNCTION DESCRIPTION 5500K/6500K/ Move the cursor to one of the preset options and select it. 9300K Move the cursor to the User option and select it 1. To adjust the red, enter the「R」option and adjust the level. User 2. To adjust the green, e
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User’s Manual Select the 「Language」 option to change the language of the OSD. Language Enter the option and select a language. (Reference only, the OSD Language is depended on selected model) Exit Exit the OSD menu function. Other Setting Other Setting FUNCTION DESCRIPTION DDC/CI Select the「DDC/CI」option to switch the function On or Off. Select the「Volume」option to set the volume level from 0 to 100. Enter Volume the option and adjust the level. Select the「Sharpness」option
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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. The DDC2B is a bidirectional data channel based on the I²C protocol. The host can request EDID information over the DDC2B channel. THIS MONITOR WILL APPEAR TO BE NON-FU
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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 & Play compatible No Plug & Play *Check if any plug pins on the D-Sub or HDMI connector are bent The display is too dark or *Adjust the Contrast and Brightness Controls. too bright. Picture bounce
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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. RECOMMENDED AND SUPPORTED TIMING MODE: (Analog / Digital mode) MODE RESOLUTION REMARK 1 640x480@60 Hz
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User’s Manual APPENDIX SPECIFICATIONS Driving system TFT Color LCD LCD Panel Size 28” (27.5" viewable) Pixel pitch 0.309mm(H) x 0.309mm(V) H-Frequency 24KHz – 80KHz Video V-Frequency 56Hz– 75Hz Display Colors 16.7M Colors Hor. :593.28mm; Maximum Screen Size Ver. :370.8mm Max. Resolution WUXGA 1920 x 1200 @60Hz TM VESA DDC2B Plug & Play ON Mode ≤64.5W EPA ENERGY Power Saving Mode ≤2W ® STAR OFF Mode ≤1W D-Sub Input Terminal HDMI (support DVI-D signal) Output Termin
