The Federal communications Commission warns that changes or modifications to the unit not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. SCEPTRE X270 Page2...
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Regulation of the Canadian Department of Communications. “Le présent appareil numérique n’èmet pas de bruits radioélectriques dépassant les limites applicables aux appareils numériques de la class B prescrites dans le Règlement sur le brouillage radioélectrique édicté par le ministère des Communications du Canada." SCEPTRE X270 Page3...
• • Unplug the power cord before cleaning the It is not recommended to use the X270 X270 LCD MONITOR. Do not use a liquid LCD MONITOR in a portrait format (by or a spray cleaner for cleaning the product.
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When the product will not be used for an time. This will protect the X270 LCD extended period of time, unplug the power MONITOR from damage due to power connector.
Supported Video Resolution ........................ 23 Troubleshooting ............................ 24 How do I clean the LCD? ........................27 Specification ............................28 Call Us If You Need Help! ........................29 LIMITED PRODUCT WARRANTY ....................... 30 Disclaimer & Copyright Information ...................... 32 SCEPTRE X270 Page7...
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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 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.
Opening the Package The SCEPTRE X270 is packaged in a carton together with standard accessories. The weight of the LCD display is approximately 14.1 lbs. Since the LCD panel can be easily scratched or broken, please handle the product gently.
In there you can change the size of the words by changing from the option from “default scale” to “large scale”. This will make the words bigger under Windows VISTA. Click on APPLY to finalize your selection. SCEPTRE X270 Page10...
The screw depth of the mounting pattern should not exceed 8mm. The 4 screws removed are for securing the monitor stand only. If you are mounting the monitor please consult a qualified installer for further instructions on bracket support and wall support. SCEPTRE X270 Page11...
VGA – VGA stands for Video Graphics Array. This connection is for computers to send video signals to the monitor by an analog signal. This method of connection is the most commonly used connection. SCEPTRE X270 Page12...
– This button turns the monitor ON or OFF. Understanding Your Cables & Connections Cable Corresponding Connection Name Cable Picture Picture (digital video) (analog video) 3.5 mm Mini-jack HDMI *The cables above do not represent the package’s actual content. SCEPTRE X270 Page13...
Obtain a DVI cable and connect to the DVI connection on your PC. Connect the other end of the cable to your X270 LCD MONITOR. Turn on the power of both the X270 LCD MONITOR and the PC. Please Note : •...
60 Hz frequency before using the X270 LCD MONITOR. You can find the refresh rate information and change it by RIGHT CLICKING on the desktop with nothing selected. After you have right clicked, select the PROPERTIES option.
2. Obtain a HDMI cable and connect one end to the back of the monitor and the other end to the back of the cable or satellite box. 3. Turn on the power of both the X270 LCD MONITOR and the cable or satellite box. Please Note : •...
This function auto adjusts the clock and phase of the monitor when using VGA cable so the monitor will sync better with the video card and produce a clearer picture. To use this function, press the [1] button then press the [2] button. Please Note: • This function is only available under VGA connection. SCEPTRE X270 Page17...
• DCR is a function that automatically adjusts the contrast for you depending on the graphics displayed at the time. • ECO Mode is a function that conserves power for the monitor. SCEPTRE X270 Page18...
Press [1] to open the OSD then highlight AUDIO ADJUST by pressing the ▲ or ▼ buttons. Press [2] to enter the function. Press the ▲ or ▼ buttons to select the option you want to change to. Press [2] to begin adjusting and use the ▲ or ▼ buttons to adjust. SCEPTRE X270 Page19...
This function gives you signal information sent to the monitor. Press [1] to open the OSD then highlight INFORMATION by pressing the ▲ or ▼ buttons. Press [2] to enter the function to look at your signal information. SCEPTRE X270 Page20...
CINEMA – This mode is for watching movies. SCENERY – This mode is for looking at pictures. TEXT – This mode is for reading or writing text. Please Note: • Always use auto adjust first to adjust the image. SCEPTRE X270 Page21...
There is no reset for this function. MEMORY RECALL This function recalls adjustments to the monitor. Press [1] to open the OSD then highlight MEMORY RECALL by pressing the ▲ or ▼ buttons. Press [2] to enter the function. SCEPTRE X270 Page22...
Supported Video Resolution VIDEO RESOLUTION 480p 720p 1080i 1080p *Once a mode is optimized, there is no need to make any further adjustment as long as the VGA card remains unchanged. **Specifications are subject to change without notice. SCEPTRE X270 Page23...
Click on OK 2-3 times to finalize your change. If you do NOT have a CRT monitor or it’s already broken, please make sure both the X270 monitor and your computer is turned off. Turn on the LCD and the computer.
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Sometimes the colors are not correct because your VGA or DVI cable THE COLORS ARE is loose or corrupt. Please try reconnecting your cable or swap out NOT CORRECT your current cable to see if the problem persists. SCEPTRE X270 Page25...
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HDMI and is outputting PCM SPEAKERS WHEN sound format. USING THE (OPTIONAL) HDMI PORT MY X270 DOES NOT The HDMI port is an optional design that is only available in certain HAVE THE HDMI PORT models. SCEPTRE X270 Page26...
100V to 240V AC @ 50/60 Hz Max, 55W Features VGA, DVI (HDCP), HDMI, AUDIO IN SPEAKER OUTPUT 3 Watt x 2 Compliance UL, CE, FCC-B, Energy Star, CTUVus, FCC-B *Specifications are subject to change without notice. SCEPTRE X270 Page28...
For more information on warranty services or repairs after the warranty period, please contact our support department at the number below. For technical help, contact our SCEPTRE Technical Support Group via email or phone. Please have your SCEPTRE p/n number, serial number, and date of purchase available before you call.
Service Labor During a period of one (1) year from the effective warranty date, SCEPTRE will provide, when needed, service labor to repair a manufacturing defect at SCEPTRE’s own Service Center. To obtain warranty service in the Untied States, you must first call our Customer Support at (800) 788-2878.
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There are millions of pixels on a LCD screen. Therefore, there is industry standard specification regarding dead or bad pixels. SCEPTRE sets limit on the LCD at 3 dead pixels in a cluster adjacent to each other, 5 dead pixels of the same brightness and color, or 8 total in a combination of color and brightness of dead pixels.
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