Acer K2 Series, K242HYL Manual
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Acer K2 Series, K242HYL Manual

Attaching the monitor to the base

  1. Remove the monitor from the packaging.
  2. Attach the foot stand to the base. (for selected models)
  3. Turn clockwise to lock. Ensure that the base is locked onto the stand. (for selected models)
  4. Secure the base to the stand by turning the screw using the integrated tab or a suitable coin. (for selected models)

Connecting Your Monitor to a Computer

  1. Turn off your monitor and unplug your computer's power cord.
  2. :
    1. Connect Video Cable
      1. Make sure both the monitor and computer are powered-OFF.
      2. Connect the VGA video cable to the computer.
    2. Connect HDMI Cable (Only HDMI-input model)
      1. Make sure both the monitor and computer are powered-OFF.
      2. Connect one end of the HDMI cable to the back of the monitor and connect the other end to the computer's port.
  3. Connect the Audio Cable. (Only Audio-Input Model) (Optional)
  4. Insert the monitor power cable into the power port at the back of the monitor.
  5. Plug the power cords of your computer and your monitor into a nearby electrical outlet.

External Controls

External Controls

No. Item Description
1 Power button/indicator Turns the monitor on/off. Blue indicates power on. Amber indicates standby/power saving mode.
2 Hotkey 1, 2 buttons Press to activate user defined hotkey function.
3 Input button Press to toggle input sources.
4 Navi/OK button Press to activate the OSD menu, then use it as directional key to highlight the desired function. Press it again to enter a selection.

SPECIFICATION

LCD Panel Driving System TFT Color LCD
Size 23.8"W (60 cm)
Pixel Pitch 0.2745 mm (H) x 0.2745 mm (V)
Brightness 250 cd/m2 (Typical)
Contrast 100000000:1 Max (ACM)
Viewable Angle 178° (H) 178° (V) (CR=10)
Response Time 1 ms (VRB)
Panel Type VA
Video R, G, B Analog Interface
H-Frequency 30 - 85 KHz
V-Frequency 56 - 76 Hz
Display Colors 16.7 Million
Dot Clock 174.5 MHz
Maximum Resolution HDMI: 1920 x 1080 @ 75 Hz VGA: 1920 x 1080 @ 75 Hz
Plug & Play VESA DDCCI/DDC2B
Power Consumption (at 200 nits) On Mode 22 W
Sleep Mode 0.5 W
Off Mode 0.3 W
Input Connector D-Sub
HDMI (Only HDMI-Input Model)
Input Video Signal Analog: 0.7 Vp-p (standard), 75 OHM, Positive HDMI (Only HDMI-Input Model) (Optional)
Speakers 2 W x 2 (Only Audio-Input Model) (Optional)
Maximum Screen Size Horizontal: 527.04 mm Vertical: 296.46 mm
Power Source 100-240 V, 50/60 Hz
Environmental Considerations Operating Temp: 0° to 40°C
Storage Temp: -20° to 60°C
Operating Humidity: 20% to 80%
Dimensions 540 (W) x 396 (H) x 207 (D) mm
Weight (N. W.) 3.71 kg (net)
Mechanism Specifications Tilt: -5° to +20°
Swivel: No
Height adjustment: No
Pivot: No
Detachable foot stand: Yes
External Controls Switch/Buttons

Power Button

Hotkey 1

Hotkey 2

Input

Menu/Navi/OK

Functions

Brightness Contrast

Blue Light

Black Boost

ACM

Super Sharpness

H. Position (only Analog input model)

V. Position (only Analog input model)

Focus (only Analog input model)

Clock (only Analog input model)

Auto Configuration (only Analog input model)

Gamma

Color Temperature

Modes sRGB Mode Grayscale Mode

6-axis Hue

6-axis Saturate

Volume

Mute

Over Drive

FreeSync

Refresh Rate Num

VRB

Language

OSD Timeout Transparency

OSD Lock

Input

Auto Source

Hot Key Assignment

Wide Mode

DDC/CI

HDMI Black Level

Quick Start Mode

Display information

Reset All Settings

Exit

Specifications vary depending on model and/or region.

Important safety instructions

Please read the following instructions carefully.

  1. To clean the LCD monitor screen: Be sure that your monitor is electrically rated to operate with the AC power available in your location.
    • Turn off the LCD monitor and unplug the power cord.
    • Spray a non-solvent cleaning solution onto a rag and clean the screen gently.
    • NEVER SPRAY OR POUR ANY LIQUID DIRECTLY ONTO THE SCREEN OR CASE.
    • PLEASE DO NOT USE ANY AMMONIA OR ALCOHOL-BASED CLEANERS ON THE LCD DISPLAY SCREEN OR CASE.
    • Acer will not be liable for damage resulting from use of any ammonia or alcohol-based cleaners.
  2. Do not place the LCD monitor near a window. Exposing the monitor to rain, moisture or sunlight can severely damage it.
  3. Do not apply pressure to the LCD screen. Excessive pressure may cause permanent damage to the display.
  4. Do not remove the cover or attempt to service this unit yourself. An authorized technician should perform servicing of any nature.
  5. Store the LCD monitor in a room with a temperature of -20° to 60°C (-4° to 140°F). Storing the LCD monitor outside this range may result in permanent damage.
  6. Immediately unplug your monitor and call an authorized technician if any of the following circumstances occur:
    • Monitor-to-PC signal cable is frayed or damaged.
    • Liquid spills onto the LCD monitor or the monitor is exposed to rain.
    • The LCD monitor or case is damaged.

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