Chapter 4 Troubleshooting And Useful Hints; Troubleshooting - Acer AcerView 79g User Manual

Troubleshooting and Useful

Troubleshooting

Make sure that your monitor is properly installed. If you have encountered any trouble
in using this product, for hardware installation problems, see
Started.
If the problems persist, check this chapter for possible solutions. If you
cannot find AcerView 79g on the Windows 95 monitor list, you would have to update
the Windows 95 setup information for AcerView 79g. You can download the update
file from the API web site (http://www.api.com.tw)
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If there is no picture on the screen, check:
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Power outlet type.
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Video sync signal. The video sync signal must be specified for the monitor.
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Power saving mode. Press any key & use the mouse to deactivate the
mode.
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Signal cable connector pins. If pins are bent or missing, consult your
dealer.
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If the picture is scrolling or unstable, check:
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Signal connector pin assignments. Replace with a functional one if
inoperative.
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Signal cable connector pins. If pins are bent or missing, consult your
dealer.
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Graphics card. See if the settings are made properly.
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Scanning frequency. Change the settings of your graphics card to
acceptable options.
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Remove magnetic objects near the monitor.
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If the characters look dark, the picture is too small, too large, not centered & etc.
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Adjust related settings. See
Chapter 3, Adjusting the Monitor.
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Useful Hints
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Hints
Chapter 2, Getting