CONTENTS SAFETY WARNINGS AND GUIDELINES ..................3 INTRODUCTION ..............................5 FEATURES ................................5 CUSTOMER SERVICE ............................ 6 PACKAGE CONTENTS ..........................6 PRODUCT OVERVIEW ..........................7 Connections ..............................7 Controls and Indicators ........................8 INSTALLING THE STAND ........................... 9 REMOVING THE STAND ........................... 10 TROUBLESHOOTING ............................
SAFETY WARNINGS AND GUIDELINES Please read this entire manual before using this device, paying extra attention to these safety warnings and guidelines. Please keep this manual in a safe place for future reference. This device is intended for indoor use only. •...
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Prior to operation, check the unit and power cord for physical • damage. Do not use if physical damage has occurred. Before plugging the unit into a power outlet, ensure that the • outlet provides the same type and level of power required by the device.
INTRODUCTION Proving sheer speed doesn't have to come at the expense of color performance, this Dark Matter™ 27" Gaming Monitor features next- generation "fast" IPS-type Advanced Hyper-Viewing Angle (AHVA) panel technology with a ferociously fast 240Hz refresh rate and 1ms response time.
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PRODUCT OVERVIEW Connections DC: DC barrel connector for connecting the included AC power • adapter. USB/SERVICE: USB port for servicing at the factory. • HDMI1: HDMI® version 2.0 input connector. • HDMI2: HDMI version 1.4 input connector. • DP: DisplayPort® version 1.2 input connector. •...
Controls and Indicators Power indicator light: The LED illuminates blue when the monitor • is powered on and operating normally. It flashes red when the monitor is in energy saving standby mode. Rocker: The Rocker is a control stick that performs the following •...
to the previous menu level or to exit the OSD menu, if already at the top level. If editing a value in the OSD menu, push the Rocker right to cancel editing and discard any changes made. LEFT: If the OSD menu is not displayed, push the Rocker left (as seen from the front of the monitor) to cycle through the seven video equalization presets (Standard, User, Movie, Photo, RTS, FPS1, FPS2).
REMOVING THE STAND Lay a blanket or towel on a table or on the floor, then place the monitor face down on the blanket/towel. Push the slider (1) situated between the monitor housing and the stand stem. Lift the rear (2) of the stand assembly, then pull back (3) to remove the stand assembly...
TROUBLESHOOTING Q1: The Power indicator light is off. A1: Check that the power cable is fully inserted into the AC power adapter and that the DC barrel connector is fully inserted into the DC jack on the monitor. Verify that the power outlet is live by plugging in a different device, such as a lamp.
A8: This is a normal condition caused by the display discharging after power off. TECHNICAL SUPPORT Monoprice is pleased to provide free, live, online technical support to assist you with any questions you may have about installation, setup, troubleshooting, or product recommendations. If you ever need assistance with your new product, please come online to talk to one of our friendly and knowledgeable Tech Support Associates.
SPECIFICATIONS Model 40778 Screen Size 27" 1x DisplayPort® 1.2, 1x HDMI® 2.0, Video Inputs 1x HDMI® 1.4 Panel Technology AHVA Curvature Flat Aspect Ratio 16:9 Maximum Resolution 1920 x 1080 Color Depth 8-bit Maximum Colors More than 16.7 million High Dynamic Range (HDR) Support Blue Light Filtering Support Flicker-free Support...
(2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Modifying the equipment without Monoprice's authorization may result in the equipment no longer complying with FCC requirements for Class B digital devices. In that event, your right to use the equipment may be limited by FCC regulations, and you may be required to correct any interference to radio or television communications at your own expense.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
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