Acer X203w Users Guide

							
Acer LCD Monitor
Users Guide
 
						

							
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Acer LCD Monitor Users Guide
Original Issue: 
1/2008

Acer LCD Monitor Users Guide
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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 a 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 instruct ions marked on the product.
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.
 
						

							
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.
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 listeni ng to music at high volume.
•Avoid turning up the volume to block out noisy surroundings.
•Turn the volume down if you cant 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 fo r 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 po ints 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 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 ra ting. 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 strips input rating.
•This products 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 non-grounded power outlet. Contact your electrician for 
details.
Warning! The grounding pin is a safety feature. Using a power 
outlet that is not properly grou nded 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.
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
 
						

							
Note: Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating 
instructions, since improper adju stment 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
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 ga s pumps at service stations. Observe 
restrictions on the use of radio eq uipment in fuel depots, storage and 
distribution areas; chemical plants; or wher e 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 companys 
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 be st working procedures to reduce the 
environmental impact of our products.
For more information and help when recycling, please go to this website:
Visit for further information on the features and benefits 
of our other prod
ucts.
http://www.acer-group.com/public/Sustainability/sustainability01.htm
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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 informatio n on the Waste from Electrical and 
Electronics Equipment (WEEE) regulations, visit 
http://global.acer.com/about/sustainability.htm
Mercury advisory
For projectors or electronic products containing an LCD/CRT monitor or display:
lamp(s) inside this product contain mercury and must be recycled or disposed of 
according to local, state or federal laws. For more information, contact the 
Electronic Industries Alliance at  www.eiae.org
. For lamp-specific disposal 
information, check  www.lamprecycle.org
.
LCD pixel statement
The LCD unit is produced with high- precision manufacturing techniques. 
Nevertheless, some pixels may occasion ally misfire or appear as black or 
red dots. This has no effect on the re corded image and does not constitute 
a malfunction.
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 or performance. Acer is proud to offer our customers products with the  Acer’s ENERGY STAR qualified products save you money by reducing 
energy costs and helps  protect the environment without sacrificing features
ENERGY STAR mark. 
ENERGY STAR
Products that are ENERGY STAR qualified use less energy and prevent 
 greenhouse gas emissions by meeting strict energy efficiency guidelines
set by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency. Acer is committed to offer 
products and services worldwide that help customers save money, conserve 
save through energy efficiency, the more wereduce greenhouse gases and  energy and improve the quality of our environment. The more energy we can  
the risks of climate change. More information refers to 
What is ENERGY STAR?
 
						

							

This product has been shipped enabled for power management:
•Activate display’s Sleep mode with in 15 minutes of user inactivity.
•Activate computer’s Sleep mode within 30 minutes of user inactivity.
•Wake the computer from Sleep mode by pushing the power button.
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, person al 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 ot her recurring or persistent discomfort 
and/or pain related to computer use, consult a physician immediately and 
inform your companys heal th and safety department.
The following section provides tips  for more comfortable computer use.
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
orhttp://www.energystar.gov http://www.energystar.gov/powermangement
 Acer ENERGY STAR qualified products:
•Produce less heat and reduce cooling loads, and warmer climates.
 and 30 minute of inactivity respectively.  
any keyboard key. 
•
Automatically go into  “display sleep ”and  “computer sleep ” mode after 15
•Wake the monitor when it is in Active Off mode , move the mouse or press 
• Computers will save more than 80% energy at  “sleep” mode.
 marksENERGY STAR and the ENERGY STAR mark are registered U.S.
 
						

							
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
•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 displays viewing angle
•using a glare-reduction filter
•using a display visor, such as a piece of cardboard extended from the 
displays 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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