Important Notices a. DVI Cable Notice 1 This monitor includes a Dual-Link DVI-D input with a maximum resolution of 2560x1440. If you intend to use the DVI input, you must have a Dual-Link DVI-D source and must use a Dual-Link DVI-D cable (not included).
SAFETY GUIDELINES To avoid personal injury or damage to your equipment, please adhere to the following safety guidelines: • Do not place the monitor on an unstable surface where it could fall and cause personal injury or damage to the monitor or other equipment. •...
FEATURES • 27" IPS monitor with LED backlighting • 16:9 aspect ratio • 2560 x 1440 @ 60Hz maximum resolution • Includes VGA, HDMI, and Dual Link DVI-D input options • Angle adjustable stand +12 ~ -3 degrees • Built-in stereo speakers with 2 watt/channel amplifier PACKAGE CONTENTS 1x 27"...
AUTO MENU VOL+ VOL- DOWN Edit highlighted menu/ Auto adjusts the image AUTO Displays the source list Displays the main menu MENU Exits the main menu Increases the volume level VOL+ Moves the selection to the right in the menus Decreases the volume level VOL- Moves the selection to the left in the menus...
VIEW ANGLE ADJUSTMENT If you are using the stand and base that comes with the monitor, you can adjust the vertical angle of the monitor from -3 degrees (down) to +12 degrees (up). To adjust the angle, grasp the top and bottom edges of the display, taking care not to touch the glass on the front.
POWER Press the power button to turn the monitor ON. The LED indicates the power state: Green - Power is ON Red - Standby mode Off - No power to monitor INPUT SELECTION 1. Press the AUTO button to display the list of inputs. 2.
BASIC MENU OPERATION MENU - The MENU button performs three basic functions, depending on the context. If you press the MENU button with the OSD off, the OSD menu will be displayed. If you press the MENU button again, without pressing any other buttons, the OSD menu will close.
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BRIGHTNESS MENU The BRIGHTNESS menu is the one at the top of the list. The following items can be edited on this menu: BRIGHTNESS - Controls the monitor's overall brightness level. CONTRAST - Controls the monitor's contrast level. ECO - Allows direct selection of the preset display modes. The four presets are: Standard, Text, Movie, and Game.
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IMAGE MENU The IMAGE menu is the second menu in the list. The following items can be edited on this menu: H.POSITION - Allows adjustment of the horizontal position of the image on the screen. V.POSITION - Allows adjustment of the vertical position of the image on the screen.
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COLOR TEMP MENU The COLOR TEMP menu is the third menu in the list. The following items can be edited on this menu: COLOR TEMP - Allows selection of one of three preset color temperature settings, plus the user setting. The four options are: Warm, Normal, Cool, and User.
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OSD SETTING MENU The OSD SETTING menu is the fourth in the list. The following items can be edited on this menu: LANGUAGE - Allows selection of the language to use in the OSD menus. The available options are: English, Francais, Deutsch, Italiano, Espanol, and Nederlands.
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OSD H.POS - Allows control of the horizontal location of the OSD menu. OSD V.POS - Allows control of the vertical location of the OSD menu. OSD TIMER - Allows control of the OSD Timer, which is the amount of time (in seconds) the OSD menu will stay on screen with no input to the buttons.
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MISC MENU The MISC menu is the fifth and last menu in the list. The following items can be edited on this menu: 2560x1440 60Hz HOTKEY TYPE - Allows you to select the functions of the two Hotkeys (UP and DOWN buttons when the OSD menu is not displayed). The first item is associated with the UP button and the second with the DOWN button.
VOLUME - Allows direct setting of the volume level. TROUBLESHOOTING Following are some common problems and possible solutions. If you cannot solve a problem yourself, please contact Monoprice Technical Support for assistance. Q: The power LED is off. A: Verify that the power adapter is plugged into the monitor. Verify that the power cord is plugged into both the AC adapter and the power outlet.
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Q: Loss of a single color (red, green, or blue). A: Replace the video cable. Connect to a different source to verify no problems with the video card or source device. Q: The VGA image is not centered or is the incorrect size. A: Adjust the CLOCK and PHASE values on the IMAGE menu.
FCC Statement This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Any Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.
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